Country music artist Lauren Alaina joins host Ben Higgins for a raw, candid conversation about balancing career, motherhood, and profound personal loss. Lauren discusses the story behind her rising hit "All My Exes," co-writing with Ben Johnson, and how her journey through love shaped her songwriting. She opens up about navigating new motherhood, the challenges of touring, weaning her daughter, and missing milestones as she pursues her music career. Lauren also reflects on losing her father, the impact on her faith, writing music through seasons of grief and joy, and a moving family experience witnessing her stepfather's final moments. Dive into faith, resilience, family, and the stories behind the songs that connect so many listeners.

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Lauren On Major Life Changes
00:01:10 Introducing Lauren Alaina
00:01:38 Behind “All My Exes”
00:02:26 Writing With Ben Johnson
00:03:13 Song Inspired By Broadway Days
00:04:20 Shifting Songwriting Styles
00:05:28 The Song’s Journey To Release
00:06:29 Writing From Past Relationships
00:09:16 Becoming A Mom: Benny Doll
00:10:21 Navigating Breastfeeding And Emotions
00:13:07 Parenting On Tour And At Home
00:14:24 Balancing Career And Motherhood
00:17:58 Challenges Of Leaving Her Daughter
00:21:07 Hard Choices As A Working Mom
00:26:15 Prayer And Healing After Loss
00:29:19 Songwriting Through Grief And Joy
00:37:14 Faith And Miraculous Experiences

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On this episode of If You Can Hear Me, Ben sits down with Shaunie Henderson, entrepreneur and creator of Basketball Wives, and Keion Henderson, senior pastor of The Lighthouse Church and Ministries in Houston. They open up about redefining success, slowing down, and leading a vibrant faith community together. Hear candid stories about transitioning from the hustle of LA to intentional living, the challenges and rewards of church leadership, and how marriage thrives amidst public scrutiny. The couple shares their unique takes on communication, evolving relationships, and what it means to truly listen and serve in today’s world.

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Slowing Down With Intention
03:17 Life After Los Angeles
04:49 Feeling “Not Enough” and Letting Go
06:29 Basketball Wives Ends
07:54 Church Leadership Under a Microscope
08:26 Stories of Transformation at Church
11:18 Why Serve Through the Church
13:01 Protecting Personal Health and Awareness
13:38 Marriage, New Seasons, and Communication
15:21 Navigating Hard Conversations Together
19:19 Balancing Love and Leadership Roles
22:03 Differences in Leadership Styles
23:28 Stepping Into Church Leadership
25:07 Building a Hug Ministry
28:53 The Church’s Role in Society

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Comedian Pete Holmes joins Ben Higgins for a deep dive into comedy, faith, and finding true freedom. Pete shares personal stories—divorce, heartbreak, spiritual awakening through Ram Dass and psilocybin, and a journey from strict evangelical roots to embracing spaciousness and play. They dissect why we take life too seriously, the power of laughter to connect us, what spirituality really means beyond labels, and how Pete uses comedy to reveal our shared weirdness. Plus: thoughts on the afterlife, finding peace in uncertainty, Pete’s new special "Silly Silly Fun Boy", and why confession makes us less alone. Tune in for wisdom, honesty, and lots of laughs.

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Comedy, Spirituality, and Freedom
01:04 Ben’s Comedy Envy
02:56 The Comedian’s Safe Space
04:26 Laughing at Darkness
05:46 Generational Humor Shifts
06:06 Spirituality and Playfulness
08:49 Lightness, Faith, and Identity
09:59 Breaking Free from Labels
13:39 Pete’s Spiritual Journey
18:49 Heartbreak and Rethinking God
20:14 Mushrooms and Awareness
21:33 Beyond Words and Spiritual Experience
22:51 Myth, Story, and Meaning
23:56 Finding Clarity in Doubt
25:11 Everyday Awareness and Acceptance
29:08 Life, Death, and Consciousness
33:09 Oneness, Afterlife, and Self
35:34 Bridging Comedy and Depth
38:16 Vulnerability, Confession, Connection
42:13 Laughter’s Healing and Holiness
46:45 Silly Silly Fun Boy Promo

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Songwriter Ruston Kelly joins Ben Higgins for a raw, honest conversation on “If You Can Hear Me.” Ruston shares his creative process, spiritual journey, and how making sense of pain fuels his music. The episode explores his struggles with addiction, faith, and the transformative power of gratitude, culminating in his experience with the divine and the impact of love in his life. Discover how Ruston’s latest album, “Pale Through the Window,” became a testament to healing and connection. If you’ve ever felt alone, this episode offers comfort, insight, and a powerful reminder that fulfillment comes not from chasing success, but from community and authenticity.

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Mission Behind Ruston’s Music
00:00 Spiritual Paralysis and Finding God
00:48 Ben Higgins Welcomes Ruston Kelly
01:18 Music’s Impact on the Soul
02:27 What Connection Really Means
03:54 Aloneness, Community, and Healing
05:55 Addiction, Suffering, and Fulfillment
07:17 Career Versus Meaning
08:20 Temptation to Shift for Success
09:58 Balancing Art and Commerce
12:05 Competing and Comparing in Industry
14:44 Longing, Despair, and Worship
16:34 Idols and False Selves
18:20 Encounter With the Divine
22:09 Gratitude and Spiritual Awakening
28:07 Doubt After Spiritual Experience
30:42 Trials and Building Back
36:03 Creating “Pale Through the Window”
38:43 Trusting the Creative Process
45:19 Joy, Simplicity, and Vulnerability
47:18 Meeting Tia and True Love
51:21 God’s Timing in Relationships

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Comedian and creator Danae Hays joins Ben Higgins to share her journey from the Bible Belt of Alabama to stand-up stages across the country. Danae opens up about coming out, facing estrangement from her family, and the complexities of faith, prayer, and reconciliation. Dive into honest conversations about overcoming religious trauma, rebuilding relationships, and how comedy became both a career and a source of healing. Hear how faith, honesty, and forgiveness changed Danae’s life—plus the impact of her viral comedy, upcoming tour, and what she hopes audiences experience when they hear her story.

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 The Power Of Prayer And Coming Out
01:55 Early Comedy And Viral Video
04:34 Making A Living With Comedy
06:26 Faith, Estrangement, And Reconciliation
09:09 The Ten Commandments And Healing
11:43 Surrounding Yourself With Support
13:51 Growing Faith Through Desert Seasons
15:45 Childhood And Religious Trauma
17:20 Worshipping A Loving God
19:36 Finding Lightness And Creativity
21:29 Sustaining Honest Relationships
24:06 Bitterness, Perfection, And Anger
26:45 Sharing Jesus And Testimony
28:14 Comedy, Brokenness, And Healing
32:27 Staying Grounded Amid Fame

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Olympian Boone Niederhofer joins Ben Higgins in Italy for an inside look at the Olympic journey—from walking on at Texas A&M to racing for Team USA in bobsled. Boone opens up about the pressure of team selection, balancing family life and engineering work, and the deep motivations driving him beyond medals. Hear stories of sacrifice, faith, and the pursuit of excellence, plus candid moments about parenting, doubt, and gratitude in the Olympic Village. Dive into the mindset and heart behind one of Team USA’s newest Olympians, and learn how Boone’s roots and beliefs shape his approach to competition and life.

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Bobsledding Origins and Entry
00:01:03 Olympic Setting and Opening Ceremonies
00:02:22 Leading Team USA in Ceremonies
00:04:13 Bobsled Team Selection Process
00:06:57 Dealing With Selection Uncertainty
00:08:29 Walking On at Texas A&M
00:10:46 Balancing Football and Engineering
00:12:30 From Engineering to Bobsledding
00:14:44 Boone’s Faith Journey
00:16:32 Overcoming Setbacks and Growth
00:18:08 Family Support in Olympics
00:19:01 Faith in Olympic Environment
00:21:25 Daily Life in Olympic Village
00:22:29 Keeping Faith Rhythms
00:24:15 Motivation, Sacrifice, and Family
00:30:34 Lessons Learned About Self
00:34:41 Thanking God on the Podium

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Go beyond the main event and dive into the heart of wrestling with Ben Higgins and guest Swerve Strickland, AEW superstar and the company’s first African-American world champion. Recorded live from the 2026 Super Bowl’s Radio Row, Swerve reveals what drives him in and out of the ring, his journey of legacy, faith, and fatherhood, and why passion is about loving the grind—even when it gives nothing back. Hear Swerve on inspiring a new generation, fighting for his daughters, and the evolution of his music and career. Don’t miss exclusive stories about his entrance track, mentor moments, and his advice to anyone chasing greatness.

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Super Bowl Radio Row Intro
00:31 Welcoming Swerve Strickland
01:12 Evolution in Professional Wrestling
02:13 Making AEW History
02:57 Competing for the Title
04:25 Family and Fatherhood Motivation
05:46 Inspiring the Next Generation
06:39 If You Can Hear Me—Core Message
07:22 Staying Consistent Through Struggle
08:12 Defining Passion and Resilience
09:14 Where to Watch AEW
09:35 Entrance Song and Music Legacy
10:27 Honoring the Late Producer
10:39 Final Thoughts and Farewell

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Go beyond the headlines with Ben Higgins as he sits down at the 2026 Super Bowl with Trista Sutter—the very first Bachelorette—for a candid conversation on identity, faith, and parenting teens. Trista opens up about navigating her evolving motherhood journey, instilling faith in her kids, and the vulnerability required to keep honest connections at home. The pair discuss their own spiritual outlooks, the power of modeling values, and practical ways to encourage openness between parents and children. If you’re a parent wondering if you’re “doing enough,” or someone interested in the intersection of faith and family, don’t miss this heartful exchange.

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Kicking Off With Trista Sutter
00:34 Motherhood and Passing On Faith
02:04 Trista’s Evolving Faith Journey
03:08 Kids Growing in Faith
04:00 Parental Doubts and Hopes
04:31 Trusting and Letting Go
05:24 Faith in Trista and Ryan’s Relationship
05:57 Modeling Faith for Teens
07:00 Communicating Values With Kids
08:00 Vulnerability and Parenting Openness
09:02 Keeping Conversations Honest
10:25 A Son’s Heartfelt Note
11:07 Imperfection and Connection
11:35 The Importance of Staying Open

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