Word for Word

21 Oct 2023

Ben Mitchell

LGBTI Community, Society & Culture

Lisa Daniel’s guest on this episode of Word for Word is Ben Mitchell.

Ben grew up on a small farm in New Zealand, but as a young kid his life was less than idyllic. Being different wasn’t welcomed by his father or step father, and school proved to be a lonely and isolating experience.

Fast forward a couple of decades and Ben has overcome the challenges of his past to see only the positives life has to offer.

Word for Word is hosted by Lisa Daniel on JOY Media, produced by Ellen Spalding, Dave Samuel and Vaughan McCarthy.  This episode originally aired on October 21st, 2023.

For further information head to the JOY Media webpage, Word for Word podcast page, via Facebook or email Lisa Daniel and the team at Word for Word.

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