The Reckless Musecast

In this episode, Ben and Joe chat with interdisciplinary artist and rapper Kimi Katiti about her various creative interests, racism in Uganda and America, how wokeness is impacting the arts, and more. Follow Ben D'Alessio at: - Website: https://www.bendalessio.com/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/El__Ben - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bendalessio/ - Medium: https://medium.com/@bendalessio17...

In this episode, Ben and Joe chat with singer-songwriter Alma Cook about her latest song, "5,000 Candles;" living a creative life in North Dakota, and more.   Follow Ben D'Alessio at: - Website: https://www.bendalessio.com/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/El__Ben - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bendalessio/ - Medium: https://medium.com/@bendalessio17 - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com...

In this episode, Ben and Joe chat about Will Smith slapping Chris Rock at the Academy Awards, the Aperture 25 diversity & inclusion Oscars initiative, and the Lauren Hough Lambda prize nomination controversy. Follow Ben D'Alessio at: - Website: https://www.bendalessio.com/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/El__Ben - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bendalessio/ - Medium: https://medium.com/@b...

In this episode, Ben and Joe chat with artist Judson Vereen about the creative process, the lack of authenticity in the art world, how wokeness is corrupting the arts, and more. Follow Ben D'Alessio at: - Website: https://www.bendalessio.com/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/El__Ben - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bendalessio/ - Medium: https://medium.com/@bendalessio17 - Facebook: https://ww...

In this episode, Ben and Joe pick their favorite films and filmmakers who've been nominated for Academy Awards. Joe hasn't seen most of the films, but has strong opinions regardless. Follow Ben D'Alessio at: - Website: https://www.bendalessio.com/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/El__Ben - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bendalessio/ - Medium: https://medium.com/@bendalessio17 - Facebook: https...

In this episode, Ben and Joe talk about the current efforts to cancel artists and creators whose only crime is that they're Russian. Follow Ben D'Alessio at: - Website: https://www.bendalessio.com/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/El__Ben - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bendalessio/ - Medium: https://medium.com/@bendalessio17 - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BenDAlessioWriting/ Follow Joe...

In this episode, Ben and Joe talk to Philippe Gosselin about "woke capital" and why it should concern artists, the "wokification" of our culture, the future of the arts, and how his new venture Newtown is an alternative to woke creators. Follow Ben D'Alessio at: - Website: https://www.bendalessio.com/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/El__Ben - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bendalessio/ - Medi...

In this episode, Ben and Joe talk about the recent recall of three San Francisco Board of Education members, why banning books is wrong, the "problem" of referring to classical music composers by their lasts names,  and other examples of destroying the history of the arts. Follow Ben D'Alessio at: - Website: https://www.bendalessio.com/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/El__Ben - Instagram: http...

In this episode, Ben and Joe talk about Awkwafina's apology; the Central Park Gold Cube; the Trevor Noah and Joe Rogan controversy; the Academy Awards; and more Follow Ben D'Alessio at: - Website: https://www.bendalessio.com/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/El__Ben - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bendalessio/ - Medium: https://medium.com/@bendalessio17 - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Be...

In this episode, Ben and Joe talk to writer, actor, filmmaker about his experience in the film industry, freedom of speech, history, the Culture War, and more. Follow Ben D'Alessio at: - Website: https://www.bendalessio.com/  - Twitter: https://twitter.com/El__Ben - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bendalessio/ - Medium: https://medium.com/@bendalessio17 - Facebook: https://www.facebook.c...

In this episode, Ben and Joe talk about Peter Dinklage's thoughts on Disney's Snow White remake, the controversy around Joe Rogan and Spotify, the dearth of real things for artists to protest, and more Culture War crap. Follow Ben D'Alessio at: - Website: https://www.bendalessio.com/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/El__Ben - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bendalessio/ - Medium: https://medium...

In this episode, Ben and Joe talk about the importance of weirdos like 6ix9ine, Nicolas Cage, Sinéad O'Connor, and Jared Leto; why Joss Whedon kinda sucks; the rare times SNL gets it right; that stupid NPR article about "accepting four white men as a rock band"; and much more crazy crap going on in the culture today. Follow Ben D'Alessio at: - Website: https://www.bendalessio.com/ - Twitter: https...

In this episode, Ben and Joe talk with Zac and Tiff of the band Ignation. We chat about music, politics, censorship in the arts, the songwriting process, and much more. Follow Ben D'Alessio at: - Website: https://www.bendalessio.com/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/El__Ben - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bendalessio/ - Medium: https://medium.com/@bendalessio17 - Facebook: https://www.faceboo...

In this episode, Ben and Joe talk about Patton Oswalt apologizing for taking a picture with Dave Chappelle, J.K. Rowling not appearing in the recent Harry Potter reunion special, Don't Look Up, Event Horizon, and more. Follow Ben D'Alessio at: - Website: https://www.bendalessio.com/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/El__Ben - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bendalessio/ - Medium: https://medium....

n this episode, Ben and Joe talk about the debate on whether superhero movies are considered art or not, as well as the opinions on the matter of Martin Scorsese, Ridley Scott, and other prominent filmmakers. Follow Ben D'Alessio at: - Website: https://www.bendalessio.com/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/El__Ben - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bendalessio/ - Medium: https://medium.com/@benda...

In this episode, Ben and Joe chat with comedian and YouTube personality Vito Gesualdi about his experience at the Dave Chappelle / Netflix walk-out, the state of comedy today, the media, politics, and more. Follow Ben D'Alessio at: - Website: https://www.bendalessio.com/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/El__Ben - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bendalessio/ - Medium: https://medium.com/@bendale...

In this episode, Ben and Joe round out their series of in-person podcasts with special guests comedians Vinnie Falcone, Pat Colicchio (and late Zack Vile) about what it's like to be a working stand-up comic. Follow Ben D'Alessio at: - Website: https://www.bendalessio.com/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/El__Ben - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bendalessio/ - Medium: https://medium.com/@bendal...

In this episode, Ben and Joe chat over some beers on Day 2 of Ben's trip to L.A., and talk about what they love about it, interesting things about L.A., and the best movies about L.A. Follow Ben D'Alessio at: - Website: https://www.bendalessio.com/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/El__Ben - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bendalessio/ - Medium: https://medium.com/@bendalessio17 - Facebook: http...

In this episode, Ben and Joe meet in person for the first time, and are joined by guests Anthony Caulkins and Nathan Atwater (Brother Nate) of Sap and Claw Elixir, and singer/songwriter Alma Cook. We talk about separating the art from the artist, politics and the arts, and more. Follow Ben D'Alessio at: - Website: https://www.bendalessio.com/   - Twitter: https://twitter.com/El__Ben - Instagr...

In this episode, Ben and Joe talk about the new Dune film, the sci-fi genre, and the NYT article about canceling classic rock. Follow Ben D'Alessio at: - Website: https://www.bendalessio.com/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/El__Ben - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bendalessio/ - Medium: https://medium.com/@bendalessio17 - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BenDAlessioWriting/ Follow Joe Garza...

In this episode, Ben and Joe talk about woke Superman, Dave Chappelle's latest controversy, and horror movies.  Follow Ben D'Alessio at: - Website: https://www.bendalessio.com/   - Twitter: https://twitter.com/El__Ben - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bendalessio/ - Medium: https://medium.com/@bendalessio17 - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BenDAlessioWriting/ Follow Joe Garza at...

In this episode, Ben and Joe talk even more about their favorite horror movies. Follow Ben D'Alessio at: - Website: https://www.bendalessio.com/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/El__Ben - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bendalessio/ - Medium: https://medium.com/@bendalessio17 - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BenDAlessioWriting/ Follow Joe Garza at: - Twitter: https://twitter.com/JoeGarzaCre...

In this episode, Ben and Joe talk about their favorite horror movies, as well as the hottest politicians, the ACLU's erasure of "women", and the new Super Mario Brothers movie. Follow Ben D'Alessio at: - Website: https://www.bendalessio.com/   - Twitter: https://twitter.com/El__Ben - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bendalessio/ - Medium: https://medium.com/@bendalessio17 - Facebook: http...

In this episode, Ben and Joe talk about CBS' new show The Activist, Zendaya's woke filmmaking future, and Norm Macdonald's genius. Follow Ben D'Alessio at: - Website: https://www.bendalessio.com/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/El__Ben - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bendalessio/ - Medium: https://medium.com/@bendalessio17 - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BenDAlessioW ...  Follow Jo...

In this episode, Ben and Joe talk to writer and YouTuber Alex Miceli about censorship, cancel culture, the literary world, and other Culture War topics. Follow Ben D'Alessio at: - Website: https://www.bendalessio.com/   - Twitter: https://twitter.com/El__Ben - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bendalessio/ - Medium: https://medium.com/@bendalessio17 - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ben...