# Kenny Ben on The No Agenda Show

Kenny Ben comes up in 15 chapters across 14 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from June 2021 to December 2023.

- **Chapters:** 15
- **Episodes:** 14
- **Discussed:** June 2021 – December 2023
- **Related topics:** [No Agenda Social](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-social.md), [Album Art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/album-art.md), [Mastodon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mastodon.md), [Podcasting 2.0](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting-2-0.md), [Art Generator](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/art-generator.md), [Artwork](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artwork.md), [No Agenda Art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-art.md), [Podcast Art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-art.md), [Value For Value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [Ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai.md)

## Chapters 1–15 of 15

### No Agenda Art, AI Generators and Community Talent

- **Episode:** [1619: Flash to Bang](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1619-flash-to-bang.md)
- **Published:** 2023-12-24
- **Time:** 2:41:15–2:44:34
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1619-flash-to-bang/chapter/no-agenda-art-ai-generators-and-community-talent.md

The No Agenda Art Generator has been restored by Sir Paul Couture, allowing producers to submit and vote on episode artwork. Recent winning entries from Dame Kenny Ben were discussed, including a "swear jar" concept and traditional Christmas themes. The community-driven platform showcases the "time, talent, and treasure" model that sustains the show's production.

Keywords: [no agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md), [artwork](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artwork.md), [ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai.md), [sir paul couture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sir-paul-couture.md), [dame kenny ben](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dame-kenny-ben.md)

### Dame Kenny Ben and Episode 1617 Artwork

- **Episode:** [1618: Fat Leonard](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1618-fat-leonard.md)
- **Published:** 2023-12-21
- **Time:** 2:32:45–2:34:29
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1618-fat-leonard/chapter/dame-kenny-ben-and-episode-1617-artwork.md

The hosts praise Dame Kenny Ben for the artwork of episode 1617, which featured a parody of an "Ozempic Santa Claus." The high quality of the community-contributed art is noted as a professional asset that the show could not afford through traditional commercial channels.

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### Value-for-Value Model, Episode Artwork, Dame Kenny Ben

- **Episode:** [1590: Bold Action](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1590-bold-action.md)
- **Published:** 2023-09-14
- **Time:** 2:16:50–2:21:51
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1590-bold-action/chapter/value-for-value-model-episode-artwork-dame-kenny-ben.md

The hosts explain the "Value-for-Value" funding model, which eschews traditional advertising in favor of listener contributions. They review the artwork for the current and previous episodes, specifically praising Dame Kenny Ben for her "Bama pencil" drawing. The segment includes a review of the artist leaderboard and a call for new art submissions.

Keywords: [value-for-value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [podcast art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-art.md), [kenny ben](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kenny-ben.md), bama pencil, leaderboard

### Episode Artwork and Disney Litigation

- **Episode:** [1574: X-Ray Specs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1574-x-ray-specs.md)
- **Published:** 2023-07-20
- **Time:** 1:29:08–1:31:51
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1574-x-ray-specs/chapter/episode-artwork-and-disney-litigation.md

The hosts review the artwork submissions for the previous episode, selecting a piece by Dame Kenny Ben featuring a "time-blind" clock. They discuss the challenges of using certain imagery, noting that they avoid Disney or Paramount characters due to the companies' litigious nature. The segment highlights the "No Agenda Art Generator" as a hub for producer creativity.

Keywords: [dame kenny ben](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dame-kenny-ben.md), time-blindness, [aspartame](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aspartame.md), [disney](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/disney.md), [fair use](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fair-use.md)

### Album Art, Episode 1569 "Hydrating in Hindsight"

- **Episode:** [1570: Unbanked](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1570-unbanked.md)
- **Published:** 2023-07-06
- **Time:** 1:29:37–1:34:13
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1570-unbanked/chapter/album-art-episode-1569-hydrating-in-hindsight.md

The hosts review the album art for the previous episode, "Hydrating in Hindsight," created by Dame Kenny Ben. They discuss the selection process and address minor controversies regarding social media interactions and email blocking on the No Agenda Social platform.

Keywords: [album art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/album-art.md), [dame kenny ben](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dame-kenny-ben.md), [fireworks](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fireworks.md), [no agenda social](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-social.md), [blocking](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blocking.md)

### No Agenda Social, Art Generator, Episode 1534 Art

- **Episode:** [1535: Podspeeding](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1535-podspeeding.md)
- **Published:** 2023-03-05
- **Time:** 2:02:47–2:07:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1535-podspeeding/chapter/no-agenda-social-art-generator-episode-1534-art.md

The hosts thank the community for maintaining the No Agenda Social Mastodon instance and the Art Generator. They review the artwork for episode 1534 by Dame Kenny Ben, which features a "zap" theme related to Havana Syndrome, and briefly critique Tim Burton's film "Mars Attacks!"

Keywords: [mastodon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mastodon.md), [no agenda social](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-social.md), [kenny ben](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kenny-ben.md), [havana syndrome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/havana-syndrome.md), tim burton

### Podcast Artwork, Tante Neill, Artist Blocking Controversy

- **Episode:** [1461: Bi-Pox](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1461-bi-pox.md)
- **Published:** 2022-06-19
- **Time:** 1:26:16–1:33:11
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1461-bi-pox/chapter/podcast-artwork-tante-neill-artist-blocking-controversy.md

The hosts review the artwork submitted for the episode, specifically praising Tante Neill's "Wet Bulb" contribution. A side discussion addresses rumors that one of the hosts blocks artists who provide critical feedback, specifically mentioning Dame Kenny Ben. The "BIPOC monkey" art for the current show is also acknowledged.

Keywords: tante neill, [podcast art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-art.md), [value for value](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/value-for-value.md), [dame kenny ben](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dame-kenny-ben.md), [bipoc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bipoc.md)

### No Agenda Art, Mother's Day "Dear Mama" Submissions

- **Episode:** [1450: New Collar Worker](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1450-new-collar-worker.md)
- **Published:** 2022-05-13
- **Time:** 1:27:00–1:32:28
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1450-new-collar-worker/chapter/no-agenda-art-mother-s-day-dear-mama-submissions.md

The No Agenda community celebrated Mother's Day with a series of "Dear Mama" art submissions featuring producers' baby photos and humorous captions about not being aborted. Tantaniel provided the primary artwork for the episode, while other artists like Kenny Ben and Parker Pauly contributed to the theme. The hosts encourage listeners to visit the Art Generator to view the real-time creative output of the "Troll Room."

Keywords: [tantaniel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tantaniel.md), [no agenda art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-art.md), [mother's day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mother-s-day.md), polaroids, [kenny ben](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kenny-ben.md), [art generator](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/art-generator.md)

### Episode 1412 Art Contest, Kinetic Sledgehammer Design

- **Episode:** [1413: Flurona](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1413-flurona.md)
- **Published:** 2022-01-03
- **Time:** 1:23:56–1:29:07
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1413-flurona/chapter/episode-1412-art-contest-kinetic-sledgehammer-design.md

Dame Kenny Ben won the art contest for episode 1412 with a "kinetic" piece depicting the unplugging of 2021. Other notable submissions included a sledgehammer smashing the year and an odometer turning over. Listeners are encouraged to view and submit artwork at noagendaartgenerator.com, which serves as a repository for the show's community-driven visual identity.

Keywords: [no agenda art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-art.md), [dame kenny ben](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dame-kenny-ben.md), [parker pauly](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parker-pauly.md), [darren o'neill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/darren-o-neill.md), [art generator](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/art-generator.md)

### Artist Controversy, Kenny Ben, Licensing Apology

- **Episode:** [1403: In Silico](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1403-in-silico.md)
- **Published:** 2021-11-28
- **Time:** 1:28:58–1:32:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1403-in-silico/chapter/artist-controversy-kenny-ben-licensing-apology.md

The hosts address a controversy regarding artist Kenny Ben and a misunderstanding about licensed artwork. They issue an apology for questioning the integrity of the artist after she provided proof of a valid license for the images used.

Keywords: [kenny ben](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kenny-ben.md), [album art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/album-art.md), [licensing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/licensing.md), [apology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/apology.md), [podcasting 2.0](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting-2-0.md)

### No Agenda Community, Art and Trolls

- **Episode:** [1399: Noodle Mensch](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1399-noodle-mensch.md)
- **Published:** 2021-11-14
- **Time:** 1:28:56–1:32:48
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1399-noodle-mensch/chapter/no-agenda-community-art-and-trolls.md

The hosts check in with the "Troll Room" and encourage listeners to join the decentralized No Agenda Social community on Mastodon. They review the album artwork for episode 1398, titled "Gender Justice," and discuss various submissions from the community, including "Let's Go Brandon" and Pfizer-themed art.

Keywords: [troll room](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/troll-room.md), [mastodon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mastodon.md), [no agenda social](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-social.md), [album art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/album-art.md), [kenny ben](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kenny-ben.md)

### Episode 1396 Artwork, No Agenda Art Generator

- **Episode:** [1397: ok zoomer](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1397-ok-zoomer.md)
- **Published:** 2021-11-07
- **Time:** 1:33:43–1:38:33
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1397-ok-zoomer/chapter/episode-1396-artwork-no-agenda-art-generator.md

The artwork for episode 1396, titled "Flu Tsunami," was created by Kenny Ben and featured a "woke" tombstone. Other submissions included a "roaring elephant" by Ness Works, referencing the Republican victory in Virginia. The hosts encouraged listeners to use Podcasting 2.0 apps to view the dynamic art and announced plans for a new FAQ to guide artists on the No Agenda Art Generator website.

Keywords: [kenny ben](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kenny-ben.md), ness works, [virginia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/virginia.md), [woke](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/woke.md), [podcasting 2.0](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasting-2-0.md)

### Show Art, Kenny Ben Health and Smithsonian Open Access

- **Episode:** [1395: Inflation Demon](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1395-inflation-demon.md)
- **Published:** 2021-10-31
- **Time:** 1:19:46–1:25:56
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1395-inflation-demon/chapter/show-art-kenny-ben-health-and-smithsonian-open-access.md

The No Agenda community expressed concern for long-time artist Kenny Ben, who has been hospitalized for over a week. The hosts reviewed recent artwork submissions, including the "Pfizer Pops" by Parker Pauly and "Post-it Notes" by Nessworks. Additionally, the Smithsonian Institution has launched "Smithsonian Open Access," a consolidated platform allowing users to search and reuse over 3 million 2D and 3D digital items from its collections without prior permission.

Keywords: [kenny ben](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kenny-ben.md), [show art](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/show-art.md), [smithsonian](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/smithsonian.md), open access, [public domain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/public-domain.md)

### Executive Producer Donations, Knighting Ceremony and Health Karma

- **Episode:** [1395: Inflation Demon](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1395-inflation-demon.md)
- **Published:** 2021-10-31
- **Time:** 1:29:09–1:41:50
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1395-inflation-demon/chapter/executive-producer-donations-knighting-ceremony-and-health-karma.md

The show conducted its traditional knighting ceremony and acknowledged high-value donations from executive producers. Sir Boobery was knighted as the Knight of the Mothman, while Sir Fight and Sir Darko of Rockledge were also honored. Significant health karma was sent to artist Kenny Ben following her near-death experience, and various other producers received "jobs karma" and "relationship karma" in exchange for their financial support of the program.

Keywords: [knighting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighting.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [karma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/karma.md), sir boobery, [kenny ben](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kenny-ben.md)

### No Agenda Social, Podcast Art and 2.0 Enhancements

- **Episode:** [1358: Media Liescape](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1358-media-liescape.md)
- **Published:** 2021-06-25
- **Time:** 1:22:54–1:28:08
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1358-media-liescape/chapter/no-agenda-social-podcast-art-and-2-0-enhancements.md

The hosts discuss the growth of the No Agenda Social community on the Mastodon Fediverse and review the latest show artwork. Artist "Kenny Ben" (Kendra) provided the "Seeding Parent" artwork for the previous episode. The show continues to promote Podcasting 2.0 enhancements and decentralized social media.

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