Vibing The Apocalypse

From Cults to Self-Care: A Journey of Healing and Identity

This episode of "Vibing The Apocalypse" presents a comprehensive discussion featuring the stories of individuals who have left behind their life in cults, focusing on their healing and journey towards self-discovery. Daniella Young shares her challenging upbringing in the Children of God cult, highlighting the issue of child exploitation and her path to redefine her identit...

Discovering Astrology and Celebrating Community with The Fresh King Benjamin & Kambria

This episode dives into the fascinating world of astrology with The Fresh King Benjamin and astrologer Kambria Davis, exploring its influence on personality, decision-making, and human connections. They unpack the significance of astrological placements in understanding oneself and enhancing interpersonal relationships, highlighting astrology...

Discovering Astrology and Celebrating Community with The Fresh King Benjamin & Kambria

This episode dives into the fascinating world of astrology with The Fresh King Benjamin and astrologer Kambria Davis, exploring its influence on personality, decision-making, and human connections. They unpack the significance of astrological placements in understanding oneself and enhancing interpersonal relationships, highlighting astrology...

A Transformative Journey from Burning Man to Comedy Stardom

This episode captures a dynamic conversation between Becca Farewell and The Fresh King Benjamin detailing a transformative journey that begins at Burning Man and evolves into a comedy partnership. Benjamin, also known as 'The Apocalypse Prophet', shares his life-changing experiences at the festival, highlighting self-discovery, human connection, and personal transformation...

Navigating Life, Death, and Society: From Apocalyptic Visions to Generational Healing

Guest: Amber Radical (Everthing's Canceled Podcast)

This episode intertwines discussions on profound societal and personal issues, ranging from the environmental impact of disposable diapers and burial practices, to perspectives on the afterlife and body preservation. It explores the lifelong effects of religious beliefs on attitudes towards death...

Molly's Apocalypse: Stripping Down to Empowerment and Speakeasies

In a lively discussion, 'Vibing the Apocalypse' hosts The Fresh King Benjamin and guest Molly the Stripper talk about personal and societal transformations in the face of crisis. Molly shares her evolution from stripper to the empowered owner of a cabaret bar, Molly's Gemini Room, where she aims to create a safe, empowering space for female performers. The episode de...

Finding Community Amidst Apocalypse and Change

In this episode titled 'Vibing the Apocalypse,' the host reflects on community life and cohesion in the challenging times of what they humorously term an ongoing 'apocalypse', marking it as day 1,484. The narration starts with a casual weather update, transitioning into a personal anecdote about performing at a pop-up comedy event by 'Don't Tell Comedy' at a witchy yoga studio. The hos...

----more----Harnessing Connections: From Technology to Horsepower

Guest: Callie King

In this dynamic conversation, the host delves deep into the marvels of modern technology, the significance of embracing risk, and the transformative power of human connections across distances. Set against the backdrop of technology's role in facilitating an unlikely conversation between the hosts - one in Utah and the other in Oaxaca, Mexico - the...

Cults, Capitalism, and Cell Phones: A Modern Survival Guide

In this episode of 'Vibing the Apocalypse', host Fresh King Benjamin welcomes guest Stephani Lucas to discuss the apocalypse, embracing spirituality over organized religion, and thriving in a fast-changing world. Lucas shares her journey from being deeply embedded in the corporate world of insurance and finance to embracing her witchy, spiritual side, highlighting the impo...

ENCORE: The Fresh King Benjamin on "A Is For Adversity w / Jen Banks"

Ben Brown, also known as the Fresh King Benjamin, is a stand-up comedian who grew up in a Mormon polygamist compound. He uses his comedy to share his experiences and start conversations about Mormonism. Ben has faced some pushback from active members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, but he believes that comedy can help bridge the gap and create...

Harnessing the Power of Setting Boundaries In this episode of 'Vibing the Apocalypse', host Fresh King Benjamin discusses the significance of setting personal boundaries as a key skill to navigate our post-apocalyptic world. Sharing his own experiences growing up in a polygamist Mormon compound and his subsequent escape into the outside world, Benjamin emphasizes the importance of recognizing one's self-worth and setting limits for...

Turtle Island: A Journey of Diversity and Healing in the Apocalypse

In this episode, The Fresh King Benjamin reflects on a recent show and shares his experience of performing while feeling sick. He then delves into the concept of Turtle Island as a way to understand the current state of the apocalypse in America. He discusses the white supremacist origins of Mormonism and how it shaped his worldview. The Fresh King Benjamin also sh...

Summary

The conversation explores the role of art in the apocalypse and how it can be used for human connection, resourcefulness, and social change. It emphasizes the importance of embracing creativity and art in a world that often stifles it. The value of diversity and individual expression is highlighted, encouraging everyone to tap into their unique contribution. In this conversation, Emily and Benjamin discuss the role of art i...

Summary The host discusses his childhood apocalyptic beliefs growing up in a Mormon polygamist compound and the structure of the apocalypse according to his religious teachings. He explores the concept of apocalyptic mythology and how it has been present in various cultures throughout history. The host also delves into the idea of cycles of history and how civilizations go through periods of growth, expansion, collapse, and rebirth...

Summary

In this episode, The Fresh King Benjamin shares his personal journey from growing up in a Mormon polygamist compound to leaving the LDS Church and finding freedom. He discusses the concept of the apocalypse and the breaking of the old world, as well as his role as a prophet of Mormonism. The host also explores his experiences of discovering the falsehood of Mormonism and rebuilding his life. He shares his exploration of the...