The Fifth Hour: Pastrami Queen

About this episode

Ben Maller shares chaotic stories from his life, including an encounter at Pastrami Queen and reflections on modern art and Anthony Bourdain.

Big Ben heads back to the audio sweatshop for another chaotic edition of the Fifth Hour Podcast, spinning wild tales from the Naked City that sound too bizarre to be true. From an awkward run-in with “royalty” at the legendary Pastrami Queen to castles, abstract art, museum snobs, and a Belichickian-style death stare that could freeze lava, this episode is loaded with vintage Maller storytelling. Ben also reveals the universal survival phrase for anyone trapped in a fancy, bougie museum by family members pretending to understand modern art. Plus, a mini tribute to the late great Anthony Bourdain and a preview of the long-awaited return of NFL Book’em featuring new twists like the Maller Hopper. Subscribe, review, and spread the gospel of the Maller Militia.   Follow, rate & review "The Fifth Hour!"   https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fifth-hour-with-ben-maller/id1478163837 Engage with the podcast by emailing us at  RealFifthHour@ g mail.com   ... Follow Ben on Twitter  @BenMaller  and on Instagram  @BenMallerOnFOX ... #BenMaller #FSRWeekends See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Host: Ben Maller

Topics covered

• storytelling
• NFL
• modern art
• Pastrami Queen
• Anthony Bourdain
• museum experiences

Keywords

• Ben Maller
• Pastrami Queen
• NFL Book'em
• modern art
• Anthony Bourdain
• museum
• storytelling

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Pastrami Queen, Fox Sports Radio, iHeartPodcasts

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