Off Topic with Ben and Balky
Masters Of The Universe
Jun 18, 202652 min
Ben and Laura Lee break down the colorful, and somewhat predictable summer blockbuster "Masters of the Universe"
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Off Topic with Ben and Balky
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About this Podcast:
Off Topic is hosted by Ben and Balky; Two radio personalities with strong opinions and even stronger chemistry. Ben Cominos brings his background in news and political commentary, while Balky comes from the world of sports talk. Together, they dive into pop culture from the unique (and often clashing) perspectives of a political commentator and a sports radio host. It's insightful, unfiltered, and just the right amount of off-topic.
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What is Off Topic with Ben and Balky about?
Off Topic is hosted by Ben and Balky; Two radio personalities with strong opinions and even stronger chemistry. Ben Cominos brings his background in news and political commentary, while Balky comes from the world of sports talk. Together, they dive into pop culture from the unique (and often clashing) perspectives of a political commentator and a sports radio host.
Who hosts Off Topic with Ben and Balky?
Off Topic with Ben and Balky is hosted by Ben and Balky. The show has published 46 episodes to date.
What has Off Topic with Ben and Balky covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Masters Of The Universe" (18 June 2026, 52 minutes), "Backrooms" (11 June 2026, 79 minutes), and "Obsession" (4 June 2026, 64 minutes).
How often does Off Topic with Ben and Balky publish?
Off Topic with Ben and Balky publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 64 minutes across 46 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Off Topic with Ben and Balky?
Booking probability for Off Topic with Ben and Balky is 24%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Off Topic with Ben and Balky requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Off Topic with Ben and Balky's contact route on record: verified email.
About the host
Ben and Balky hosts Off Topic with Ben and Balky, a news podcast with 46 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Backrooms
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Obsession
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Mortal Kombat II
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Punisher: One Last Kill
May 14, 20261h 5mBen & Balky break down the Marvel special Punisher: One Last Kill , an update on one of Marvel fan's favorite characters.
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Deep Water
May 7, 20261h 8mBen and Balky break down the (very) predictable movie Deep Water (2026). A movie with surprisingly positive reviews.
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Over Your Dead Body
Apr 30, 20261h 8mBen and Balky break down the action thriller comedy "Over Your Dead Body". One of us liked it a good bit more than the other did, but listen to our full thoughts.
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Normal
Apr 23, 20261h 8mBen & Balky break down the movie Normal. A very weird take on the action genre in small town middle America.
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Pizza Movie
Apr 16, 20261h 2mBen and Balky break down the HULU streaming comedy "Pizza Movie". A hit and miss effort that might be appreciated a bit more by the younger crowd.
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Project Hail Mary
Apr 9, 20261h 1mBen and Balky break down the uplifting film Project Hail Mary, a film about a space journey to save the planet that still feels incredibly human
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Ready Or Not 2: Here I Come
Apr 2, 202656 minBen & Balky break down the disappointing sequel to the surprise hit, Ready or Not
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Undertone
Mar 26, 20261h 4mBen and Balky break down their lowest rated movie to date. This one left us wanting a bit more
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How To Make A Killing
Mar 5, 202659 minBen & Balky break down the Glen Powell Thriller/Comedy "How to Make a Killing"
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Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die
Feb 26, 20261h 7mI know I said this last episode too, but this movie bangs!! Listen to our thoughts on the most original movie of 2026.
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Send Help
Feb 20, 20261 hourBen and Balky review the best (In Ben's opinion) movie they've reviewed since the podcast started
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Mercy
Feb 12, 20261 hourBen and Balky breakdown the new and original thriller Mercy .
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28 Years Later- Bone Temple
Jan 22, 20261h 5mBen & Balky break down the 2nd of 3 28 years later movies.
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Primate
Jan 15, 20261h 1mBen & Balky break down the creature feature Primate, with vastly differing opinions.
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Anaconda 2025
Jan 8, 202656 minBen & Balky Break down the awful Anaconda reboot.
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Dec 18, 20251h 4mBen and Balky break down the 3rd installment in the Knives Out series, available now on Netflix.
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