On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with radio host and political commentator Ben Ferguson for a refreshing, deeply personal conversation that goes far beyond politics.

Best known for his years debating on CNN, The Ben Ferguson Show,  and co-hosting Verdict with Senator Ted Cruz, Ben opens up about his incredible journey—from starting in talk radio at just 12 years old to becoming a nationally recognized media voice. He shares behind-the-scenes stories from his early days with Bill O’Reilly, his time “fighting it out” on cable news, and how the media landscape has dramatically shifted.

But this episode takes a different turn.

Ben discusses life outside the political spotlight, including his passion for barbecue, launching successful restaurants, and—most importantly—being a father to three young boys. He reflects on what truly matters, why he’s turned down major opportunities to prioritize family, and how parenting has reshaped his perspective on success.

The conversation also dives into the future of AI, with Ben predicting transformative changes in healthcare, jobs, and everyday life—and why he remains optimistic about what’s ahead.

Plus, Ben shares powerful advice on staying present, breaking phone addiction, and strengthening relationships in an increasingly distracted world.

🔹 How Ben Ferguson got his start in media at age 12
🔹 What it was really like debating on CNN
🔹 Behind-the-scenes of Verdict with Ted Cruz
🔹 Why he stepped away from politics to open a BBQ business
🔹 Fatherhood, family, and redefining success
🔹 AI’s impact on the future of work and medicine
🔹 The simple habit that can transform your relationships

On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with radio host and political commentator Ben Ferguson for a refreshing, deeply personal conversation that goes far beyond politics.
Best known for his years debating on CNN, The Ben Ferguson Show,&nbsp; and co-hosting Verdict with Senator Ted Cruz, Ben opens up about his incredible journey&mdash;from starting in talk radio at just 12 years old to becoming a nationally recognized media voice. He shares behind-the-scenes stories from his early days with Bill O&rsquo;Reilly, his time &ldquo;fighting it out&rdquo; on cable news, and how the media landscape has dramatically shifted.
But this episode takes a different turn.
Ben discusses life outside the political spotlight, including his passion for barbecue, launching successful restaurants, and&mdash;most importantly&mdash;being a father to three young boys. He reflects on what truly matters, why he&rsquo;s turned down major opportunities to prioritize family, and how parenting has reshaped his perspective on success.
The conversation also dives into the future of AI, with Ben predicting transformative changes in healthcare, jobs, and everyday life&mdash;and why he remains optimistic about what&rsquo;s ahead.
Plus, Ben shares powerful advice on staying present, breaking phone addiction, and strengthening relationships in an increasingly distracted world.
🔹 How Ben Ferguson got his start in media at age 12 🔹 What it was really like debating on CNN 🔹 Behind-the-scenes of Verdict with Ted Cruz 🔹 Why he stepped away from politics to open a BBQ business 🔹 Fatherhood, family, and redefining success 🔹 AI&rsquo;s impact on the future of work and medicine 🔹 The simple habit that can transform your relationships

Hosted by New York Post and Fox News columnist, and co-author of the best-selling book, “Stolen Youth,” The Karol Markowicz Podcast expands on the topics that drove Karol’s most popular columns and conversations, namely, the cultural and social issues that affect us all. What's marriage really like? Why are we lied to about what it's like to have children? What does it mean to succeed in your career? In each episode, Markowicz aims to find real answers to the deep questions that really matter, while taking listener questions and welcoming some of the biggest names in news, politics and entertainment for candid conversations. Get ready to lean in and listen! Subscribe now to The Karol Markowicz Show - new episodes post every Wednesday and Friday on the iHeartRadio App, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Hosted by New York Post and Fox News columnist, and co-author of the best-selling book, &ldquo;Stolen Youth,&rdquo; The Karol Markowicz Podcast expands on the topics that drove Karol&rsquo;s most popular columns and conversations, namely, the cultural and social issues that affect us all. What's marriage really like? Why are we lied to about what it's like to have children? What does it mean to succeed in your career? In each episode, Markowicz aims to find real answers to the deep questions that really matter, while taking listener questions and welcoming some of the biggest names in news, politics and entertainment for candid conversations. Get ready to lean in and listen! Subscribe now to The Karol Markowicz Show - new episodes post every Wednesday and Friday on the iHeartRadio App, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

The Karol Markowicz Show

On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with radio host and political commentator Ben Ferguson for a refreshing, deeply personal conversation that goes far beyond politics.

The Karol Markowicz Show: Ben Ferguson on Media, AI, Family & Life Beyond Politics

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