Show vs Business

Hosted by Theo Harvey | Mr Benja

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Nov 2025

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Weekly Pop Culture takes from two different perspectives- a business man and an artist. IRL friends who are ready for battle.

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November 4, 202526 min

SvB #241 NBA Gambling Scandal is BIGGER than we thought

In this Part 1 of a 2 part Special Solo Pod Episode, we have Theo talking about being Grateful. Grateful about Sports, Movies and Television.Theo also tackles the NBA Gambling Scandal or Sports Gambling in General, is it Good or Bad?00:00 Introduction and Solo Pod Announcement00:37 Thanksgiving Reflections and Sports Talk01:20 Baseball Highlights and World Series Recap03:52 Gambling Scandal in Sports10:28 Movie Memories and Back to the Future Anniversary12:42 Current State of the Movie Industry15:22 TV Shows and The Diplomat Review18:05 Stranger Things Season 5 Trailer Breakdown27:23 Conclusion and Social Media Plugs YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/xGoM52AhpHM#Grateful #Thankful #Thanksgiving #Solo #ShowVsBusiness #Sports #Gambling #Movies #Television #Podcast----------Show vs. Business is your weekly take on Pop Culture from two very different perspectives. Your hosts Theo and Mr. Benja provide all the relevant info to get your week started right.Looking to start your own podcast ? The guys give their equipment google list recommendation that is updated often Sign up - https://www.showvsbusiness.com/----------Follow us on Instagram - https://instagram.com/show_vs_businessFollow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/showvsbusinessLike us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShowVsBusinessSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuwni8la5WRGj25uqjbRwdQ/featuredFollow Theo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therealtheoharvey Follow Mr.Benja on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BenjaminJohnsonakaMrBenja --------

October 27, 20251 hr 6 min

SvB #240 We were SCARRED by these movies | SvB Halloween Special

Spooky season special! Theo Harvey & Mr. Benja trade the Halloween scares that scarred them—The Thing, Poltergeist, Predator, The Exorcist, Tremors—plus church horror, Gen X Black trauma, and why social-horror like Get Out & Them still haunts us. Cozy jump-scares, real-life dread, and a wild “Primate” trailer chat.00:00 Introduction to Show Versus Business00:11 Childhood Traumas and Scary Movies01:29 Religious Upbringing and Horror03:17 Horror's Enduring Popularity05:15 Personal Experiences with Horror Films07:52 The Thing and Body Horror11:34 Poltergeist and Childhood Fears16:54 Predator and Invisible Fears20:19 The Exorcist and Religious Horror25:24 Tremors and Underground Terrors29:54 Rosemary's Baby and Personal Inspiration34:39 Jordan Peele's Impact on Horror36:16 The TV Show 'Them' and Black Trauma36:50 Modern Fears in Horror40:06 The Struggles of Upward Mobility43:26 James Gunn and the DCU52:52 Trailer Reactions: Primate01:04:13 Wrapping Up and Final ThoughtsYouTube Video: https://youtu.be/adgHj0XtcVc#Halloween #HorrorMovies #SpookySeason #GenX #BlackPodcast #GetOut #TheThing #Podcast----------Show vs. Business is your weekly take on Pop Culture from two very different perspectives. Your hosts Theo and Mr. Benja provide all the relevant info to get your week started right.Looking to start your own podcast ? The guys give their equipment google list recommendation that is updated often Sign up - https://www.showvsbusiness.com/----------Follow us on Instagram - https://instagram.com/show_vs_businessFollow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/showvsbusinessLike us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShowVsBusinessSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuwni8la5WRGj25uqjbRwdQ/featuredFollow Theo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therealtheoharvey Follow Mr.Benja on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BenjaminJohnsonakaMrBenja --------

October 20, 20251 hr 19 min

SvB #239 Trump’s “King Trump” AI Video | Monetize the Mess

We open on Trump’s viral “King Trump” AI slop response to the No More Kings protest, then break down AIDA, “monetize the mess,” AI covers, Ryan Reynolds x Tilly Norwood, Sora drama, the looming AI bubble (Nvidia ↔ OpenAI), audience comments, “Hot Pockets” season, avatars, and a Mercy trailer run-back.00:00 Introduction and Opening Remarks00:19 Trump's AI Slop and Political Crassness01:09 Monetizing Controversy and Political Strategies08:10 The Role of Media in Politics15:23 AI Covers and Remix Culture24:33 AI in Movies and TV: The Future of Fan Fiction30:02 AI Slop and Social Media Trends41:36 The Rise of AI Avatars in Streaming41:59 Exploring AI Integration in Social Media43:21 The Future of AI in Content Creation44:47 The Innovator's Dilemma and AI47:40 AI's Impact on the Stock Market49:00 AI Bubble and Financial Implications52:51 Viewer Comments and Reactions56:59 Trailer Breakdown: Mercy01:17:07 Final Thoughts and Upcoming PlansYouTube Video: https://youtu.be/nLdJEGCxF7w#DonaldTrump #TruthSocial #AISlop #AttentionEconomy #AIBubble #MonetizeTheMess #MovieTrailer----------Show vs. Business is your weekly take on Pop Culture from two very different perspectives. Your hosts Theo and Mr. Benja provide all the relevant info to get your week started right.Looking to start your own podcast ? The guys give their equipment google list recommendation that is updated often Sign up - https://www.showvsbusiness.com/----------Follow us on Instagram - https://instagram.com/show_vs_businessFollow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/showvsbusinessLike us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShowVsBusinessSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuwni8la5WRGj25uqjbRwdQ/featuredFollow Theo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therealtheoharvey Follow Mr.Benja on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BenjaminJohnsonakaMrBenja --------

October 13, 20251 hr 13 min

SvB #238 DCU vs MCU: They Just Want to do Stuff but not be Good

Are the DCU and MCU crashing at the same time? Theo Harvey and Mr. Benja weigh James Gunn’s direction, the Peacemaker S2 finale’s mixed vibes, first reactions to the Wonder Man trailer, and NYCC chatter—asking if “being interesting” beats being good. Smart, funny, no-fluff debate from Show vs Business.00:00 Introduction and Show Kickoff00:11 DCU and MCU: Are They Failing?01:01 NYCC Report and Wonderman Trailer02:38 Checking In: Personal Updates05:13 The Creative Process and Challenges19:41 AI in Creativity and Industry Concerns25:56 AI's Impact on Hollywood and Business36:16 50 Cent and Tyler Perry Embrace AI37:34 AI in Marketing and James Gunn's Influence38:15 Peacemaker Season 2 Review39:09 James Gunn's Signature Style40:37 Mixed Reviews and Spoilers for Peacemaker43:04 Warner Brothers' Future and James Gunn's Role44:32 Corporate America and Leadership Changes47:34 Marvel and DCU: Current State and Future53:53 Wonder Man and Marvel's New Direction01:01:58 Viewer Comments and Candace Owens Discussion01:11:34 Final Thoughts and Upcoming PlansYouTube Video: https://youtu.be/HWJHxfe20V4 #DCU #MCU #Peacemaker #Wonderman JamesGunn #Podcast #Entertainment----------Show vs. Business is your weekly take on Pop Culture from two very different perspectives. Your hosts Theo and Mr. Benja provide all the relevant info to get your week started right.Looking to start your own podcast ? The guys give their equipment google list recommendation that is updated often Sign up - https://www.showvsbusiness.com/----------Follow us on Instagram - https://instagram.com/show_vs_businessFollow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/showvsbusinessLike us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShowVsBusinessSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuwni8la5WRGj25uqjbRwdQ/featuredFollow Theo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therealtheoharvey Follow Mr.Benja on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BenjaminJohnsonakaMrBenja --------

October 6, 202558 min

SvB #237 Things you should NEVER discuss on a Podcast (We did it anyways)

We unpack how politics bleeds into entertainment—from Kimmel’s suspension and a swift consumer boycott.Do facts still matter, or does influence? Plus AI deepfakes, streaming churn, and why audiences now move CEOs.00:00 Introduction and Hot Topics00:47 Politics in Entertainment01:52 Personal Stories and Racial Tensions07:19 Jimmy Kimmel Controversy11:23 Boycotts and Consumer Power15:10 Art and Politics26:50 James Gunn's Peacemaker and Multiverse30:22 Exploring the World of Magic City31:00 Politics in Entertainment31:31 The Influence of Music and Culture32:37 Reflections on Social Change35:04 Comedy and Social Commentary38:27 The Power of Popularity39:38 AI in the Entertainment Industry54:15 Concluding Thoughts and Future PlansYouTube Video: https://youtu.be/u2GCLB6qsTw#ShowVsBusiness #PoliticsInEntertainment #CancelCulture #BoycottPower #Peacemaker #TheBoys #JimmyKimmel #AIDeepfakes #Podcast----------Show vs. Business is your weekly take on Pop Culture from two very different perspectives. Your hosts Theo and Mr. Benja provide all the relevant info to get your week started right.Looking to start your own podcast ? The guys give their equipment google list recommendation that is updated often Sign up - https://www.showvsbusiness.com/----------Follow us on Instagram - https://instagram.com/show_vs_businessFollow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/showvsbusinessLike us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShowVsBusinessSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuwni8la5WRGj25uqjbRwdQ/featuredFollow Theo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therealtheoharvey Follow Mr.Benja on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BenjaminJohnsonakaMrBenja --------

September 29, 20251 hr 15 min

SvB #236 Tai Lopez Sued for $112 Million...and we STILL LOVE Him!

Tai Lopez faces a $112M SEC suit tied to REV’s retail buyouts—we break down what he did, why it worked, where it went off the rails, and why people still root for him. Plus: AI marketing headaches, James Gunn’s “guru” run at DC, audience comments, and trailer reacts.00:00 Introduction and Ty Lopez's Investments00:26 The Rise of Internet Gurus01:21 Marketing Ethics and Effectiveness02:06 James Gunn and Hollywood's Guru Influence03:39 AI in Marketing and Technology Challenges09:47 The Guru Lifestyle and Its Impact11:31 Ty Lopez's Business Ventures and Legal Troubles16:00 The Evolution of Guru Marketing Strategies27:30 The Influence of Major Gurus41:53 Escaping the Matrix: A Personal Journey42:29 Grant Cardone: Controversies and Contributions44:31 Meet Kevin: From Real Estate to Politics46:00 Mel Robbins: Insights and Criticisms50:35 James Gunn: The DC Universe Maestro57:34 Comments and Trailers: Audience Engagement01:12:08 Final Thoughts and Upcoming PlansYouTube Video: https://youtu.be/YyKqvV9HRtE#TaiLopez #SECLawsuit #PonziScheme #ShowVsBusiness #GuruMarketing #RadioShack #JamesGunn #Podcast----------Show vs. Business is your weekly take on Pop Culture from two very different perspectives. Your hosts Theo and Mr. Benja provide all the relevant info to get your week started right.Looking to start your own podcast ? The guys give their equipment google list recommendation that is updated often Sign up - https://www.showvsbusiness.com/----------Follow us on Instagram - https://instagram.com/show_vs_businessFollow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/showvsbusinessLike us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShowVsBusinessSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuwni8la5WRGj25uqjbRwdQ/featuredFollow Theo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therealtheoharvey Follow Mr.Benja on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BenjaminJohnsonakaMrBenja --------

September 15, 20251 hr 6 min

SvB #235 South Park is in TROUBLE

We unpack South Park’s Charlie Kirk controversy: why fans say the “Sicko Fantasy” episode was pulled from TV yet streams on Paramount+, what it means for cancel culture, and how comedy, free speech, and influencer capitalism collide.Plus: the AI subplot you missed, and why outrage might be the business model.00:00 The Charlie Kirk Incident and South Park's Controversy01:15 Who is Charlie Kirk?03:07 Candace Owens and Conservative Influencers07:58 South Park's History and Cultural Impact15:51 Comedy and Cancel Culture27:37 Influencers and Their Stories35:35 Spotting Influences in Content Creation36:42 The Flattening of Society and Regression to the Mean36:57 Behind the Curtain: Show vs. Business40:39 The Evolution of Creative Information Gathering44:52 AI and the Future of Trendspotting46:53 Influencers and Their Strategies49:28 Engaging with Audience Comments55:28 Relatable Characters in Modern Media01:01:37 James Gunn and the Future of DC01:05:27 Closing Remarks and AnnouncementsYouTube Video: https://youtu.be/5yfHOjJhNlc#SouthPark #CharlieKirk #CancelCulture #ComedyCentral #ParamountPlus #PoliticalComedy #Podcast #ShowVsBusiness #KpopDemonHunters----------Show vs. Business is your weekly take on Pop Culture from two very different perspectives. Your hosts Theo and Mr. Benja provide all the relevant info to get your week started right.Looking to start your own podcast ? The guys give their equipment google list recommendation that is updated often Sign up - https://www.showvsbusiness.com/----------Follow us on Instagram - https://instagram.com/show_vs_businessFollow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/showvsbusinessLike us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShowVsBusinessSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuwni8la5WRGj25uqjbRwdQ/featuredFollow Theo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therealtheoharvey Follow Mr.Benja on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BenjaminJohnsonakaMrBenja --------

September 8, 202517 min

SvB #234 10 Creative Gems From Hormozi’s Record Book Launch

Mr. Benja goes solo to unpack Alex Hormozi’s Guinness-record $100M Money Models launch and 10 creative gems: start to continue, try stuff, study, tell your story, be human, keep it simple, promote, build the group, avoid scam-iness, and play your own game.00:00 Introduction and Video Purpose00:30 Overview of Hormozi Launch01:22 Gem 1: Start to Continue02:54 Gem 2: Try Stuff Even Though There Is No Try04:02 Gem 3: Study and Gain Knowledge05:24 Gem 4: Tell Your Story and Make It Interesting06:54 Gem 5: Be a Human Shamelessly08:19 Gem 6: Keep It Simple10:29 Gem 7: Promote Your Thing11:46 Gem 8: Build Up the Group13:01 Gem 9: Don't Be a Scammer16:14 Gem 10: Play Your Own Game and Have Fun17:20 Conclusion and Next Episode TeaserYouTube Video: https://youtu.be/dKaEVh2gukw#AlexHormozi #100MMoneyModels #CreatorEconomy #ContentStrategy #MarketingTips #ShowVsBusiness #MrBenja----------Show vs. Business is your weekly take on Pop Culture from two very different perspectives. Your hosts Theo and Mr. Benja provide all the relevant info to get your week started right.Looking to start your own podcast ? The guys give their equipment google list recommendation that is updated often Sign up - https://www.showvsbusiness.com/----------Follow us on Instagram - https://instagram.com/show_vs_businessFollow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/showvsbusinessLike us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShowVsBusinessSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuwni8la5WRGj25uqjbRwdQ/featuredFollow Theo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therealtheoharvey Follow Mr.Benja on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BenjaminJohnsonakaMrBenja --------

September 2, 20251 hr 8 min

SvB #233 Kpop Demon Hunters, Movie of the Year?

Join us as we discuss the latest Movie Craze that's taking Hollywood by storm AND a potential Grammys, Kpop Demon Hunters.We dive deep into the beginnings of girl groups, music, and more.We also react to Timothée Chalamet's upcoming film, Marty Supreme.00:00 Introduction to Show Versus Business00:10 K-Pop Demon Hunters Phenomenon01:07 Weekly Catch-Up: Personal Updates08:10 The Power of Documentation and Reflection13:48 AI and Technology in Business17:58 K-Pop Demon Hunters: A Cultural Impact35:26 Humorous Banter and Reality TV Ideas36:14 K-Pop Demon Hunters and Gen Alpha's Influence37:14 Digital First Franchises and Cinema Experiences40:24 Nostalgia and Box Office Strategies42:27 AI in Hollywood and Cost Reduction46:30 The Mandela Effect and Cultural Memory48:32 Audience's Desire for Authentic Experiences49:25 Viewer Comments and Film Critique54:48 Trailer Reaction: Marty Supreme01:07:08 Closing Remarks and Future PlansYouTube Video: https://youtu.be/Gv5ufdKPPF0#Kpop #Netflix #KpopDemonHunters #Rumi #Zoey #Mira #Huntrix #SajaBoys #Grammys #Hollywood #Blockbuster #Phenomenon #ShowVsBusiness #Podcast #Entertainment----------Show vs. Business is your weekly take on Pop Culture from two very different perspectives. Your hosts Theo and Mr. Benja provide all the relevant info to get your week started right.Looking to start your own podcast ? The guys give their equipment google list recommendation that is updated often Sign up - https://www.showvsbusiness.com/----------Follow us on Instagram - https://instagram.com/show_vs_businessFollow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/showvsbusinessLike us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShowVsBusinessSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuwni8la5WRGj25uqjbRwdQ/featuredFollow Theo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therealtheoharvey Follow Mr.Benja on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BenjaminJohnsonakaMrBenja --------

August 25, 20251 hr 33 min

SvB #232 Unboxing Hormozi’s $6,000 AI and Playbook (Hormozi-verse?)

Join us as we unpack Alex Hormozi’s epic $100M Money Models book launch—record-smashing sales, live playbooks, AI tools, sponsorship gimmicks, and that wild “donate 200 books” $6K offer turned into a movement. No fluff—pure dissection.00:00 Introduction and Opening Banter00:41 Discussing Alex Hormozi's Impact01:05 Unboxing and Product Teasers02:55 Alex Hormozi's Business Journey05:56 The Guru World and Influences09:45 Sales Tactics and Strategies12:37 The Epic Book Launch29:38 Unboxing the $6,000 Package33:35 Unboxing the Binder and Book34:22 Marketing Tactics and Strategies36:26 Playbooks and Consulting Insights46:44 Investment in the Ecosystem50:33 Exploring the AI Tool01:04:38 Debating the Effectiveness of Ads01:05:18 Sam Ovens and Consulting.com01:05:45 The Business Universe Concept01:06:41 Grant Cardone's Branding Strategy01:08:58 Dave Ramsey's Financial Empire01:10:08 Oprah's Media Universe01:11:21 Earn Your Leisure and Financial Literacy01:17:11 Organic Marketing with Derrick Grace01:19:22 Kai Sinat and the Streaming Revolution01:25:23 Engaging with the Audience01:30:24 Final Thoughts and OutroYouTube Video: https://youtu.be/ylVuU8FqoQw#AlexHormozi #MoneyModelsLaunch #BookLaunchUnboxed #BusinessPlaybooks #LaunchBreakdown #LiveUnboxing #AcquisitionAI #ShowVsBusiness #Podcast #Entertainment----------Show vs. Business is your weekly take on Pop Culture from two very different perspectives. Your hosts Theo and Mr. Benja provide all the relevant info to get your week started right.Looking to start your own podcast ? The guys give their equipment google list recommendation that is updated often Sign up - https://www.showvsbusiness.com/----------Follow us on Instagram - https://instagram.com/show_vs_businessFollow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/showvsbusinessLike us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ShowVsBusinessSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuwni8la5WRGj25uqjbRwdQ/featuredFollow Theo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@therealtheoharvey Follow Mr.Benja on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BenjaminJohnsonakaMrBenja --------