Ben Allen: podcast appearances and interviews

Benjamin J. Allen, born on March 13, 1978, is an American attorney and politician serving as a member of the California State Senate. He has represented the 24th district since 2022, having previously served the 26th district from 2014 to 2022. A member of the Democratic Party, Allen has a background that includes serving as a University of California Student Regent and as a school board member for the Santa Monica–Malibu Unified School District. He is affiliated with the Lewis Center Vineyard Church. As of 2026, Allen is a candidate for the California Insurance Commissioner election. His career reflects a blend of legal expertise and public service at various levels of government and education.