43 episodes

Queer. Funny. Bold. This is the podcast connecting you to inspiring people who are doing the work to live the lives they've imagined. Finding authenticity, moving forward with boldness, following dreams, and laughing along the way. Hosted by comedian Ben Hawes in New York City.

Listen today and subscribe for new episodes every other Monday.

Life In Bold with Ben Hawes Ben Hawes

    • Comedy
    • 5.0 • 13 Ratings

Queer. Funny. Bold. This is the podcast connecting you to inspiring people who are doing the work to live the lives they've imagined. Finding authenticity, moving forward with boldness, following dreams, and laughing along the way. Hosted by comedian Ben Hawes in New York City.

Listen today and subscribe for new episodes every other Monday.

    43. Jimmy Schatz on Being an NYC Actor, Dating Men & Sex In The Queer Community

    43. Jimmy Schatz on Being an NYC Actor, Dating Men & Sex In The Queer Community

    Jimmy Schatz is back for his second time on the Life in Bold podcast, and we’re getting real about acting in NYC, pursuing a career in comedy, dating, hookups, and more. :) Jimmy has a monthly comedy show at The Stonewall Inn. Be sure to follow him below to get the latest updates about dates! 



    Once you're done listening to or watching this episode with Ben Hawes and Seann Cantatore, head to YouTube to watch the After Party! Lots of fun over there!



    THANK YOU for listening!! Subscribe here to get the latest!!

     

    What are your thoughts on today's show?! DM the pod on Instagram or comment below to share what you feel. I'd love to know!   



    This podcast is hosted by New York City's Ben Hawes. Ben is a musical comedian and podcaster whose mission is to help folks see the value in their dreams, help them take action, and make it happen for themselves.



    You Can Find Life In Bold Here: 

    We post highlights, clips, and bonus content  

    Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lifeinboldpod 

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifeinboldpod 

    Subscribe on YouTube:  http://www.youtube.com/@lifeinboldpod



    You Can Find Ben Hawes (Host) Here:  

    I post daily comedy videos and document my comedy & business life! 

    Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/laughwithben

    Subscribe On YouTube:  http://www.youtube.com/@laughwithben  



    You Can Find Jimmy Schatz (Guest) Here:  

    I love when our listeners go and support our guests!  

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/JimmySchatzIsFunny



    I hope you have a great day, an even better week, and don't forget to Live Your Life in Bold.



    -Ben Hawes



    Local Elevator by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1300012

    Artist: http://incompetech.com/

    • 44 min
    42. Natalie Fill on Growing Up With a Dream, Good Energy, and Believing in Yourself

    42. Natalie Fill on Growing Up With a Dream, Good Energy, and Believing in Yourself

    NYC stand-up comedian Natalie Fill is back for her second appearance on the Life in Bold Podcast, and we get deep! We talk all about growing up with an interest in acting and entertainment, how to radically believe in yourself and engage with your own delusional self-confidence, and how we choose to engage in our life’s dreams as adults! Natalie celebrates turning 25, and we talk about age and how life shakes out over time. 



    Once you're done listening to or watching this episode with Ben Hawes and Seann Cantatore, head to YouTube to watch the After Party! Lots of fun over there!



    THANK YOU for listening!! Subscribe here to get the latest!!

     

    What are your thoughts on today's show?! DM the pod on Instagram or comment below to share your thoughts. I'd love to know!   



    This podcast is hosted by New York City's Ben Hawes. Ben is a musical comedian and podcaster whose mission is to help folks see the value in their dreams, help them take action, and make it happen for themselves.



    You Can Find Life In Bold Here: 

    We post highlights, clips, and bonus content  

    Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lifeinboldpod 

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifeinboldpod 

    Subscribe on YouTube:  http://www.youtube.com/@lifeinboldpod



    You Can Find Ben Hawes (Host) Here:  

    I post daily comedy videos and document my comedy & business life! 

    Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/laughwithben

    Subscribe On YouTube:  http://www.youtube.com/@laughwithben  



    You Can Find Sunny Laprade (Guest) Here:  

    I love when our listeners go and support our guests!  

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nataliefill_



    I hope you have a great day, an even better week, and don't forget to Live Your Life in Bold.



    -Ben Hawes



    Local Elevator by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1300012

    Artist: http://incompetech.com/

    • 1 hr 2 min
    41. Sunny Laprade on Comedy Careers, Going Viral, and Transphobia in Joke Writing

    41. Sunny Laprade on Comedy Careers, Going Viral, and Transphobia in Joke Writing

    In today’s episode, Ben interviews 8-year New York City stand-up comedian, Sunny Laprade. As a 23-year-old comedian, Sunny knows a TON about what it takes to build a comedy career, and she has a vast knowledge of comedy legends and role models in the space. We talk about things like how we want to get paid for comedy, advice for newer comedians, experiences going viral online and understanding the social media algorithms, our comedy role models and stories where comedy has helped save Sunny’s life, John Mulaney as a comedy role model, the poor joke writing behind some of comedy’s most transphobic jokes, Dave Chapelle, and much more!



    Once you're done listening to or watching this episode with Ben Hawes and Seann Cantatore, head to YouTube to watch the After Party! Lots of fun over there!



    THANK YOU for listening!! Subscribe here to get the latest!!

     

    What are your thoughts on today's show?! DM the pod on Instagram or comment below to share what you feel. I'd love to know!   



    This podcast is hosted by New York City's Ben Hawes. Ben is a musical comedian and podcaster whose mission is to help folks see the value in their dreams, help them take action, and make it happen for themselves.



    You Can Find Life In Bold Here: 

    We post highlights, clips, and bonus content  

    Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lifeinboldpod 

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifeinboldpod 

    Subscribe on YouTube:  http://www.youtube.com/@lifeinboldpod



    You Can Find Ben Hawes (Host) Here:  

    I post daily comedy videos and document my comedy & business life! 

    Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/laughwithben

    Subscribe On YouTube:  http://www.youtube.com/@laughwithben  



    You Can Find Sunny Laprade (Guest) Here:  

    I love when our listeners go and support our guests!  

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sunnylcomedy



    I hope you have a great day, an even better week, and don't forget to Live Your Life in Bold.



    -Ben Hawes



    Local Elevator by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1300012

    Artist: http://incompetech.com/

    • 56 min
    40. Coming Out, Self Love, and Getting Engaged with NYC Comedian Jilberto Soto

    40. Coming Out, Self Love, and Getting Engaged with NYC Comedian Jilberto Soto

    Jilberto Soto is an amazing and accomplished New York City stand-up comedian. I met Jilberto a year ago when he was opening for Jimmy Schatz at the Stonewall Inn. He was so funny and his comedy was compelling, and now I know why. It's empowering, it's self-love, and it's power. Don't try to tell Jilberto that he is anything less than amazing. It's inspiring!

    Once you're done listening to or watching this episode with Ben Hawes and Jilberto Soto, head to YouTube to watch the After Party-- Lots of fun over there!

    THANK YOU for listening!! Subscribe here to get the latest! What are your thoughts on today's show?! DM the pod on Instagram or comment below to share what you feel. I'd love to know!

    This podcast is hosted by New York City's Ben Hawes. Ben is a musical comedian and podcaster whose mission is to help folks see the value in their dreams, help them take action, and make it happen for themselves.



    You Can Find Life In Bold Here:

    We post highlights, clips, and bonus content

    Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lifeinboldpod

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifeinboldpod

    Subscribe on YouTube:  @lifeinboldpod 



    You Can Find Ben Hawes (Host) Here:

    I post daily comedy videos and document my comedy & business life!

    Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/laughwithben

    Subscribe On YouTube:  @laughwithben



    You Can Find Jilberto Soto (Guest) Here:

    I love when our listeners go and support our guests! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jilbertosoto



    I hope you have a great day, an even better week, and don't forget to Live Your Life in Bold. -Ben Hawes



    Local Elevator by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1300012Artist: http://incompetech.com/

    • 50 min
    39. Improviser Julia Schroeder on Women's Sports, Body Image & Improv Comedy in NYC

    39. Improviser Julia Schroeder on Women's Sports, Body Image & Improv Comedy in NYC

    Ahh, the one and only Julia Schroeder. I love this girl. An Improviser, Actor, and all-around funny person who I've admired for about a year now. Julia is a heavy hitter in the New York City improv and comedy scenes-- but she has quite a story. She's so funny but we also get deep in this episode about body image stuff, as well as what she hopes people feel when they are watching her perform.



    I saw Julia do a show at the People's Improv Theater in New York City and it was amazing to see her do her thing. Make sure to follow her on all socials to get info about her future shows.



    Once you're done listening to or watching this episode with Ben Hawes and Seann Cantatore, head to YouTube to watch the After Party! Lots of fun over there!



    THANK YOU for listening!! Subscribe here to get the latest!  

     

    What are your thoughts on today's show?! DM the pod on Instagram or comment below to share what you feel. I'd love to know!   



    This podcast is hosted by New York City's Ben Hawes. Ben is a musical comedian and podcaster whose mission is to help folks see the value in their dreams, help them take action, and make it happen for themselves.



    You Can Find Life In Bold Here: 

    We post highlights, clips, and bonus content  

    Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lifeinboldpod 

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifeinboldpod 

    Subscribe on YouTube:  @lifeinboldpod    



    You Can Find Ben Hawes (Host) Here:  

    I post daily comedy videos and document my comedy & business life! 

    Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/laughwithben

    Subscribe On YouTube:  @laughwithben  



    You Can Find Seann Cantatore (Guest) Here:  

    I love when our listeners go and support our guests!  

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliaeschroeder



    I hope you have a great day, an even better week, and don't forget to Live Your Life in Bold.   



    -Ben Hawes



    Local Elevator by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

    Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1300012

    Artist: http://incompetech.com/

    • 54 min
    38. Musical Comedy Stardom, Avoiding 9-5 Jobs & Being Kind with Seann Cantatore

    38. Musical Comedy Stardom, Avoiding 9-5 Jobs & Being Kind with Seann Cantatore

    Seann Cantatore is a New York City Based musical comedian and a damn good one at that! She is a role model to me and shows me just how good and funny music can be! A dainty pianist, a mad New Yorker, and someone who shaved her pubes for nothing (link to the music video below), Seann made me almost pass out from laughing -- she is seriously funny.

    Once you're done listening to or watching this episode with Ben Hawes and Seann Cantatore, head to YouTube to watch the After Party! Lots of fun over there!

    THANK YOU for listening!! Subscribe here to get the latest!

    What are your thoughts on today's show?! DM the pod on Instagram or comment below to share what you feel. I'd love to know!

    This podcast is hosted by New York City's Ben Hawes. Ben is a musical comedian and podcaster whose mission is to help folks see the value in their dreams, help them take action, and make it happen for themselves.

    You Can Find Life In Bold Here:
    We post highlights, clips, and bonus content
    Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/lifeinboldpod
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifeinboldpod
    Subscribe on YouTube:  @lifeinboldpod 

    You Can Find Ben Hawes (Host) Here:
    I post daily comedy videos and document my comedy & business life!
    Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/laughwithben
    Subscribe On YouTube:  @laughwithben

    You Can Find Seann Cantatore (Guest) Here:
    I love when our listeners go and support our guests!
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanncantatore

    WATCH "I SHAVED MY PUBES FOR NOTHING" By SEANN HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZ2cTWEzhbg

    I hope you have a great day, an even better week, and don't forget to Live Your Life in Bold.

    -Ben Hawes

    Local Elevator by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
    Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1300012
    Artist: http://incompetech.com/

    • 51 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
13 Ratings

13 Ratings

bjhawes ,

Best podcast ever!

I love this podcast because well, I am the host! I love the potential for impact that this show has and I’m so excited to help grow it to reach more people looking to love their lives in BOLD. Join us! -Ben

khundoble ,

So good!

Entertaining, funny, thoughtful! Ben is so fun to listen to! I’m always intrigued by the topics and guests!!!

Deeniesee ,

Inspiring & motivating

Love listening to Ben and his guests tell their stories. Very inspiring and motivating.
Thanks!

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