Ben Model: podcast appearances and interviews

Ben Model, born in 1962, is an American musician, historian, publisher, and presenter of silent films. He is primarily known for composing and performing organ or piano music for silent films, often accompanying screenings live or creating scores for home video releases. Model has established a DVD label called Undercrank Productions, which specializes in releasing rare or lost silent films. His work as an accompanist and his efforts to preserve and present silent cinema have made significant contributions to the field. His name is accented on the second syllable, emphasizing the pronunciation mo-DELL.