The Ben Stortini Show

Sometimes life takes us down different roads, but the real ones never leave. In this episode, we head back to the Island and Sault Ste. Marie to reconnect with an old friend, Adam “Iron Drini” Alessandrini. We talk about friendship, time, and how years apart can feel like nothing when the bond is real. Catch new episodes of The Ben Stortini Show every Friday—hope you'll join the journey! Conta...

Ben takes you back to his wild college days—hungry, dizzy, drunk, tired, and sometimes bloody. A raw and funny look at surviving the chaos of student life. Catch new episodes of The Ben Stortini Show every Friday—hope you'll join the journey! Contact Ben: Feedback: ben.stortini@gmail.com Podcast links below: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/172DaMj6RI8TQCHiAxVCmh?si=2c3b3c1a976e4608 Appl...

I’ve been battling chronic body pain for a year, searching everywhere for answers. I was close to giving up running—until I finally found someone who truly understood what I was going through. This episode is a reminder to keep going and never give up . If you’re struggling, this episode is a reminder that perseverance matters. Catch new episodes of The Ben Stortini Show every Friday—hope you'...

In this episode, I go back to my Master Control days at YTV, where my younger self took a lot for granted. Along the way, I’ll explain what a Ditser Wire is—and why it still matters today. Catch new episodes of The Ben Stortini Show every Friday—hope you'll join the journey! Contact Ben: Feedback: ben.stortini@gmail.com Podcast links below: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/172DaMj6RI8TQC...

From gum chomping troll HVAC crooks to slippery pool monsters, life throws chaos at us all. This episode is your reminder — you’re not alone. Take it day by day, laugh at the madness, and don’t stress over split warm milk. Catch new episodes of The Ben Stortini Show every Friday—hope you'll join the journey! Contact Ben: Feedback: ben.stortini@gmail.com Podcast links below: Spotify: https://op...

Life likes to throw hands sometimes, doesn't it? I came home from vacation and just a few days later went downstairs… and found my 2-year-old heat pump furnace underwater like a dolphin at marine land. This episode is about how you deal with moments like that—when life looks at you and says, “How you gonna handle this one, Ben?” Catch new episodes of The Ben Stortini Show every Friday—hope you...

This was supposed to be a relaxing family trip to France — but calling it a "vacation" would be a stretch. Between Narco Art, Bentleys, raging seas, and a baby rhino named Stelo, the trip tested every fiber of my being. France is beautiful, sure… but we probably should’ve waited a few more years. Let’s get into it. Catch new episodes of The Ben Stortini Show every Friday—hope you'll jo...

This episode is dedicated to my Opa — a true gentleman and the kind of man every man should hope to become. From teaching me how to drive while half-asleep to eating more butter than anyone ever should, his humour and heart left a lasting mark. I share a few stories about our time together and what he meant to me. This one’s for you, Opa. Catch new episodes of The Ben Stortini Show every Friday—ho...

It started with a simple trip to Costco… and a question my ego just couldn’t ignore. Next thing I knew, I was standing under bright lights—with a scarf around my neck—wondering how I got there. In this episode, I unpack the strange power of flattery, the setups we never see coming, and the fine line between confidence and chaos. Catch new episodes of The Ben Stortini Show every Friday—hope you&#39...

In this episode, I step through the portal back to those beautiful summer days on the Island, and later in the city — from first jobs to that wild SARS summer with no power and no A/C, sitting on a rooftop with some warm beers. Remember that feeling when summer break hit? My goal is to bring you right back to that feeling, right here. Catch new episodes of The Ben Stortini Show every Friday—hope y...

One week before heading to France, a smoky memory drifts back—of Amsterdam, a tiny TV, a toy train set, and a surreal moment where I somehow became George Bush. A strange, cinematic detour through clouds, identity, and the magic of travel. Catch new episodes of The Ben Stortini Show every Friday—hope you'll join the journey! Contact Ben: Feedback: ben.stortini@gmail.com Podcast links below: Sp...

This one’s about letting go — really letting go. Last weekend, I was on the Island to lay my Grandpa to rest. And somehow, through all the emotion, I came back to Toronto feeling more like myself than I have in a long time. Is peace really as simple as saying, “It’s all gone” ? Let’s talk about stress, anxiety, moving on... and yeah, a Greyhound bus story so bizarre, you might not believe it — but...

This weekend, my Grandpa is being laid to rest on the island he loved — the place he always said he wanted to be. In this special episode, I’m not here to mourn. I’m here to celebrate his life. I want to tell the stories that never made it into photo albums or speeches — the ones only he and I shared. The quiet laughs. The random moments. The life lessons hidden in jokes and sideways glances. I lo...

Ben reflects on what it means to turn 9—through his daughter’s eyes and his own memories. He shares a touching story about childhood, divorce, and a 50-cent garage sale TV that meant everything at the time. Catch new episodes of The Ben Stortini Show every Friday—hope you'll join the journey! Contact Ben: Feedback: ben.stortini@gmail.com Podcast links below: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/s...

In this stripped-down episode, Ben returns to what this podcast was always meant to be: a space to face real struggles, honestly. He shares the moment his health reality hit him hard—a wake-up call that changed everything. No more fake smiles. No more hiding. Just truth, growth, and getting back to the point. Catch new episodes of The Ben Stortini Show every Friday—hope you'll join the journey...

Hoopo dives into the wild world of redheads — from a shocking Ginger hate crime in the U.K. to his Top 5 Gingers of All Time . Plus, he finally lets Brett Favre know how he really feels. Funny, fiery, and full of surprises — strap in! Catch new episodes of The El Hoopo Show every Friday—hope you'll join the journey! Contact El Hoopo: Feedback: hooposhow@gmail.com Podcast links below: Spotify:...

Hoopo’s running on fumes and school germs this week 🤧—but the mic still gets love: A quick Diddy trial update from the barbershop 💈, a portal trip back to when Tommy Hilfiger was everything 🧢👖, and falling back in love with running 🏃‍♂️. There’s more in this one—you just gotta tune in. Let’s jump in the portal. 🌀 Catch new episodes of The El Hoopo Show every Friday—hope you'll join the j...

Max P is back from Ghana, and we dive straight into the Portal— cruisin' in a Blue Mustang, getting custom suits made, and asking: Why can’t the West just relax? Catch new episodes of The El Hoopo Show every Friday—hope you'll join the journey! Contact El Hoopo: Feedback: hooposhow@gmail.com Podcast links below: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/172DaMj6RI8TQCHiAxVCmh?si=2c3b3c1a976e4...

Turning 45 this Mother’s Day had me deep in thought — about aging, time, and wild rides. So I hopped in a VW van (with my Uncle) and took a trip back to 1969 California. Tune in for stories, reflections, and a little time travel. Catch new episodes of The El Hoopo Show every Friday—hope you'll join the journey! Contact El Hoopo: Feedback: hooposhow@gmail.com Podcast links below: Spotify: https...

Step into the portal as El Hoopo returns to the Pawn Shop, the Island dentist chair—and a secret in his pocket. Time bends. Stories unfold. The trip begins. Catch new episodes of The El Hoopo Show every Friday—hope you'll join the journey! Contact El Hoopo: Feedback: hooposhow@gmail.com Podcast links below: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/172DaMj6RI8TQCHiAxVCmh?si=2c3b3c1a976e4608 Apple...

Like Dead Prez said—discipline makes things easier- Organize your life. We all need it, in every shape, form, and fashion. Catch new episodes of The El Hoopo Show every Friday—hope you'll join the journey! Contact El Hoopo: Feedback: hooposhow@gmail.com Podcast links below: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/172DaMj6RI8TQCHiAxVCmh?si=2c3b3c1a976e4608 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple....

Eighty-year-old Canadian snowbirds are getting run off Florida roads by weapon-wielding American lunatics—yes, it’s real. But the bigger question is: what’s happening to our world? Jump in the portal with Hoopo. Catch new episodes of The El Hoopo Show every Friday—hope you'll join the journey! Contact El Hoopo: Feedback: hooposhow@gmail.com Podcast links below: Spotify: https://open.spotify.co...

Sometimes you’ve gotta push through and handle business—while also slowing down, tuning in, and recharging. Perfect time for Ben to bring in a friend and lift the vibe. Catch new episodes of The El Hoopo Show every Friday—hope you'll join the journey! Contact El Hoopo: Feedback: hooposhow@gmail.com Podcast links below: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/172DaMj6RI8TQCHiAxVCmh?si=2c3b3c1a97...

Behind every great man is a strong woman—ready to fact-check his ego on demand. Stepping back from IG, clearing headaches, and watching your daughter play hoop—life’s real moments are better than any post. Catch new episodes of The El Hoopo Show every Friday—hope you'll join the journey! Contact El Hoopo: Feedback: hooposhow@gmail.com Podcast links below: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show...

Everyone experiences stress and anxiety, but we all cope in different ways. With our first guest, we dive into that discussion. Please welcome the one and only, Young Bleed! Catch new episodes of The El Hoopo Show every Friday—hope you'll join the journey! Contact El Hoopo: Feedback:  hooposhow@gmail.com Podcast links below: Spotify:   https://open.spotify.com/show/172DaMj6RI8TQCHiAxVCmh?si=2c...