It’s not goodbye - it’s see you later! Thank you to everyone who has supported the show, it’s been a great ride! Do yourself a favor & check out The Dreamer’s Direction with Ben Nichols & Recovery Out Loud, both of which will be available wherever you get your podcasts . . . This has been A Ben Nichols Podcast, & I look forward to seeing you down the road. Godspeed

This week, Ben takes an introspective look back at his early childhood years & shares his “nerd” side with the world. From Pikachu & Vegeta to Kratos & Spiderman, this one is for the kids in the corner & under the stairs . . . also for the kids who never grew up!

* insert Dreamer’s Direction Intro* Joining us this week is the man, the myth, the legend, up and coming artist from the 336, Johnny D! In this hour long rendition a Ben Nichols Podcast, we take a look at philosophy, motivation, the creative process, and how they all go hand in hand, with Johnny D offering some insight & laughs along the way. By far the best episode of a Ben Nichols Podcast to date. Enjoy!

This afternoon Ben takes us on an expansive & incredibly inclusive tour through his Amazon Music library, showcasing the tunes that have gotten him through some of the brightest & darkest times in his life. This does not include all of his musical preferences since birth, but accounts for the music he has appreciated in the first half of his twenties. Hopefully you’ll recognize a couple & walk away with some new artists or bands to check out! You know what they say . . . bandz a make her dance . . . ayyyy have a great day!

This week, Ben shares the story of how he bought his first motorcycle . . . you can imagine how that went down (Pun Intended)! Sorry Mom!

After catching up, Ben shares the story of his first exposure to the sound of music as he walks us through the discography that shaped his life. With an introspective appreciation, Ben goes on to share how the music he has indulged himself in over time actually influenced his playing abilities later in life, and how he now has a much deeper connection & love for music of all forms than he ever could have imagined. Can you feel it coming in the air tonight? This has “BEN” - a Ben Nichols Podcast!! Have a great day!

Join Ben for an impromptu interview with David Jones, owner of Walker’s Soda Fountain on Main Street Mount Airy, North Carolina. David is very passionate about Main Street’s character, & has been featured in a local magazine, Yadkin Valley Living, for his creative spin on fountain food & retro ambiance. Recorded LIVE in house, this is sure to be a unique listening experience. Here’s to Main Street, USA!

Keeping it in the family, Ben brings his brother on in this one, Broh! Something about a lug nut, a hickey, & a cruise ship - we’re sorry, mom!

Today, Ben is joined by his first guest & longtime friend, Bryan Martin. Bryan actually witnessed one of Ben’s near death experiences, & recounts the tale from his perspective on this rendition of a Ben Nichols Podcast… check it out, bro!

Today on a ben nichols podcast, ben had his father, Ben Nichols, come on the show to share a HILARIOUS experience from his 25 year career in Human Resources, & it went something like this…You just can’t make some $h!+ up!