What does Ben Franklin have to say about events in 2023? Everybody loves to quote Ben Franklin – but that’s a little like living in the past. What we need in this new world is “Ben updated” – or, to put it another way, Ben Franklin for today...especially now, in light of a changing political scene, a worldwide pandemic, global warming, and other concerns. So that’s what we’re all about. Bringing Ben into the 21st century. So, meet “time traveler Ben.” As you browse through this Ben site, you’ll probably recognize a number of his famous sayings – re-interpreted, however, with modern audiences in mind. The goal is to offer his wisdom and insights, but not in ways that would be seen as a turn-off or thought of as overly preachy or old-fashioned. Nor are we just trying to be another conduit of Benjamin Franklin facts – you can get those elsewhere, in plenty of other places on the web. We’re all about Ben Franklin now. Ben’s fans have acclaimed him as the forerunner of what it means to be “American,” the earliest example of an “urban Yuppie,” entrepreneur, self-improvement guru, astute (and humorous) commentator on the state of society, and a prophet of progress and technological advancement. So get ready for the priceless gems of Benjamin Franklin’s patriotism, practical wisdom, and down-to-earth humanity, brought up to speed for the new digital and visual media. Welcome to “Ben Franklin Exclusive”! Check out Ben's newest novel, a take-off on Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy!
Ben and Caty team up (and beam up) again, this time to confront the Rlaxians! They also meet George Washington and Albert Einstein, take a dip in the hot springs near Santa Fe, New Mexico, and battle insidious, sleep-inducing sunflowers. For more details, and a quick link to the Amazon.com page where you can order online, click here: bit.ly/AndThenBen #HitchhikersGuide #Galaxy #SantaFe #NewMexico #Washington #Einstein #hotsprings #sunflowers #jemez #beamup #dontpanic #BenFranklin #BenjaminFranklin #Timetraveler #Timetravel #sciencefiction #scifi #historicalfiction #history Ben's on the radio — and Top 40 will never be the same!It's Ben's radio debut! Time traveler Ben Franklin discovers how music has evolved in our modern times — including a 1960s blast from the past originally composed with a Bach melody from the 1700s. Click here to hear.
The Superbowl wannabe commercial that never aired!Ben tells his story of the fly that fell into the Madeira wine and was reborn. It may not have made it to the #Superbowl, but it's a timely message centering on freedom for all, and hope for the future... and, oh yes, a plug for Madeira wine! Click here to see the Youtube video: https://youtu.be/Rs6vfdtMYd0
A scene from Ben's previous sci-fi adventure, "Who's Whom, Ben?"An escapist tale for a crazy world that really needs to escape!
Time traveler Ben Franklin’s sci-fi adventure, “Who’s Whom, Ben?” is available in paperback and Kindle. Ben and his companion Caty Ray save an alien planet from disaster, hop back and forth in time, and experience our amazing 21st century world. It’s a story of romance, humour, mystery, and history! To order your copy, go to Amazon. Just search on “Who’s Whom, Ben” ... Or click here: Amazon.com |
A singing Ben Franklin?A new music video has now been posted on YouTube, featuring Timetraveler Ben Franklin performing the song "Half The Battle."
This upbeat production, done in the style of #RandyRainbow and other creative social media artists, offers citizens a more hopeful perspective on the political events currently troubling our country. To view it, just click on the link below: Ben's books now available at Main Street Gift & CafeLooking for holiday gift ideas? Our three Ben Franklin Time Traveler books are now available at Main Street Gift & Cafe in Leominster, Massachusetts. While you're there, stop in at the cafe for a drink or a snack. Tell them Ben sent you!
"A Look Behind in Rewind" podcast created by Ben's ghostwriterWant to hear an audio podcast featuring more of the kind of humor Ben is famous for? Our collaborator Tom Nielson now has a podcast on Buzzsprout.com, offering short, 10-minute episodes focusing on nostalgia. The link is https://alookbehindinrewind.buzzsprout.com (or use the Player below:)
We won!Ben's latest novel, "And Then, Ben?" was named book of the week on the Author Shout website. Also, our latest audience stats from Youtube show a total of over 2.2 million impressions over the lifetime of our Youtube channel -- time to celebrate!
A quick video snapshot of "And Then, Ben?""And Then, Ben?" is now available in print. For more details and a quick link to ordering online at Amazon.com, click here: bit.ly/AndThenBen
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search for "Ben Franklin Timetraveler" Ben sneaks into Oval OfficeIn case you hadn't noticed yet, Ben Franklin is back in the White House! But just as a visitor, mind you. He was checking out the newly redecorated Oval Office, especially the portrait of Franklin that President Biden chose to hang in a place of prominence to signify the important role of science in our nation's history.
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Copyright 2014, T. Nalesnik
Copyright 2014, T. Nalesnik