About Ben Kissel
Benjamin Grant Kissel (born July 21, 1981) is an American podcaster, and the host of the OK Bud! podcast. Prior to OK Bud!, he co-hosted The Last Podcast on the Left which discussed serial killers, dark history, and true crime stories. He also appeared on the podcasts Roundtable of Gentlemen and hosted Abe Lincoln's Top Hat. In September of 2023, following allegations of domestic violence and emotional abuse, Kissel was dismissed from his role as co-host of The Last Podcast on the Left, and Last Podcast Network announced that he would no longer be involved with the network on October 13, 2023.
Benjamin Grant Kissel was born in Fargo, North Dakota on July 21, 1981. He is the son of a German immigrant father, Bengt Kissel, who along with his mother, Laura, raised him in a deeply religious home. Following high school, Ben attended UW-Stout where he began doing stand-up comedy at nineteen. He transferred to UW-Milwaukee, eventually graduating with a degree in Political science. In 2006 Kissel moved to Brooklyn, New York to continue his career in comedy.
In 2011, Kissel co-created horror-comedy podcast The Last Podcast on the Left with Marcus Parks. Henry Zebrowski joined the pair in the third episode. Ben Kissel is a Webby Award recipient and collaborated on the New York Times best-selling true crime book The Last Book on the Left. In 2024, Kissel announced that he is working on a new show called The Ben Kissel Channel. This evolved to become the OK! Bud podcast with Jerii Aquino and Kyle Ploof, which premiered in January 2025. In 2017, he ran for Brooklyn Borough president against former NYC Mayor Eric Adams, receiving 1.8% of the vote.
Videos (614)
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50:31Episode 33: Culinary Nightmares Unveiled
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50:51Episode 31: Apple Seeds and Rosary Beads
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59:53BK Politics 19: Wires, Liars and Holy Deniers
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56:23BK Politics 18: Delete Humanity.exe
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44:45Episode 69: Small Bridge, Tall Ship
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1:04Killer Clown
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44:30Episode 41: When Life Hits Like a Bus
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43:03Episode 61: Dead Cats, Wild Conspiracies, and Surviving 380-Foot Falls
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0:29Future Washing Machine: Dream of Relaxation & Talcum Powder!
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0:22Madden 26 Smoke
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0:35D'Angelo's Music Video: The Sexiest Video Ever?
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0:59Pokemon Go Sell Your Data
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1:32$3k Hidden in Vagina
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46:41Episode 59: Sperm Lies and Real Crimes
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1:00Funeral Lap Dance
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1:16Cheating Judge
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0:33Motorcycle Heist Gone Wild: They Did WHAT with the Jewels?!
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35:58Episode 43: You Smell Farts With Your Mouth (And Other Uncomfortable Truths)
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0:51Man Abuses Koi Fish
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0:32Diddy Gets 4 Years?! Courtroom Shock After Abuse Allegations!
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1:18Brotherly Love
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0:52Freedom 250 Wankfest
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0:35Toledo's Nut Sack Slasher on the Loose
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0:22Nut Sack Injury: The Unexpected Benefit You Need to Hear!
71 viewsFrequently asked questions
Who is Ben Kissel?
Benjamin Grant Kissel (born July 21, 1981) is an American podcaster, and the host of the OK Bud! podcast. Prior to OK Bud!, he co-hosted The Last Podcast on the Left which discussed serial killers, dark history, and true crime stories.
When did Ben Kissel start doing stand-up comedy?
Following high school, Ben attended UW-Stout where he began doing stand-up comedy at nineteen. He transferred to UW-Milwaukee, eventually graduating with a degree in Political science.
What is The Last Podcast on the Left?
In 2011, Kissel co-created horror-comedy podcast The Last Podcast on the Left with Marcus Parks. Henry Zebrowski joined the pair in the third episode.
Why was Ben Kissel dismissed from The Last Podcast on the Left?
In September of 2023, following allegations of domestic violence and emotional abuse, Kissel was dismissed from his role as co-host of The Last Podcast on the Left, and Last Podcast Network announced that he would no longer be involved with the network on October 13, 2023.
Did Ben Kissel run for political office?
In 2017, he ran for Brooklyn Borough president against former NYC Mayor Eric Adams, receiving 1.8% of the vote. His platform included advocating for criminal justice reform, transportation issues in Brooklyn regarding the L Train, and rent control.
