YoungTrep with Benjamin Wong

Benjamin Wong, entrepreneur and visionary, interviews some of the world's greatest entrepreneurs from a 14-year old's perspective to empower and inspire today's generation of youth to be equipped for tomorrow's future.

Becoming a Better Leader with Ron Macklin

On this episode, Ron Macklin, innovator, entrepreneur, and leader that turned a terribly work environment into one of Houston's best(he won the "Best Place to Work" award), joins Ben to discuss how all youth can create productive and efficient teams. He even dissects a case study live to show you how it's done!

05-12
32:11

Ace-ing your Next Interview w/ Aletta Rochat

On this episode, Bens joined by interview expert Aletta Rochat to talk about how young people can get over their fear of interviews, and how to use them as opportunities instead of obstacles. 

04-28
34:17

Diversity and Building an Open-Mind: John Lombard

On this episode, traveler extraordinare and Lanuguage of Culture CEO John Lombard explains why, despite the difficult challenges, he left everything to explore China in the 1990's. Additionaly, he explains how kids can stop being afraid of differences and take advantage of the changing world order.

02-02
38:12

YoungTrep Holiday Special 2021

Our Christmas gift to you...a compliation of some of the best advice moments from the past year of YoungTrep! Whether this is your 30th or 1st episode, we hope you enjoy this edition and have a joyful winter season!

12-22
18:22

Motivational Influencer: Marquis Hill

On this episode, 16-year-old viral motivational influencer Marquis Hill explains how he created a community of love and kindness through sharing his personal vulnerbilities and darknesses with the world.    Learn more about Marquis here!

12-01
46:22

A Guide to Career: Mark Herschberg

On this episode, Mark Hercshberg, MIT teacher of the renowned Career Success Accelerator, entrepreneur, and author, explains how kids can build a successful and happy career early on. He explains key concepts in building career plans, communication, networking, and the importance of 'business ethics.' Whether you're looking to intern at a tech company or open a painting studio, this episode is for you.

11-23
55:52

Health and Wellness Special Episode

On this episode, Ben brings together his favorite health and wellness highlights from the past few episode of YoungTrep. A major topic of the show moving forward, catch up on all the key parts here, and listen to the full episodes for more!

11-17
40:59

Small Business Revolution: Amanda Brinkman and Baron Davis

On this episode, Ben is joined by former NBA All-Star Baron Davis and Deluxe Corp. CMO Amanda Brinkman. THe two co-hosts of emmy-nominated Small Business Revolution share their biggest tips and experiences for teen entrepreneurs.   Check out season 6 of Small Business Revolution Here!

11-10
14:40

Teendom Talk Show: Avery Kelley

On this episode, how 13-year old Avery Kelley excecuted on her love of performance to create the Teendom Talk Show, her weekly YouTube channel dedicated to teen representation and diversity!   Check out The Teendom Talk Show here.

10-28
31:26

Sports Cards: Kent Wong

On this episode, life-long sports card enthusiast, collector, and host, Kent Wong, explains the history of sports cards, what's caused the recent boom, and the best tips and tricks for getting involved.   Check out Kent's show Cardboard Culture here.

10-19
01:00:31

CryptoCoinKid: Kamea Lafontaine

On this episode, how 12-year old Kamea Lafontaine battled through skepticisism and hate to create his crypto-themed YouTube channel CryptoCoinKid, and all in a time where bitcoin was still widely considered 'fraud.'   Get Kamea's latest book The Spy Network here.

10-12
28:01

Productivity: Jeni Raitsin

On this episode, productivity coach and speaker Jeni Raitsin explains why boosting productivity isn't just about time blocking and automation. No, it's about your mind, body, and energy?

10-07
29:07

Eating Healthy: Lisa Jendza

Lisa Jendza spent years climbing the corporate ladder before realizing how much of her health she was sacrificing. Though she may have had the 'corner office', her personal life was ridden with major health issues such as brain fog. On this episode, the now coach, speaker, and co-founder of Freedom Kitchen explains how kids can use health food to build a better and more productive lifestyle.

09-29
42:44

Pedego: Don DiCostanzo

Don DiCostanzo was born to be an entrepreneur in a time where being an entrepreneur was considered taboo. Yet, after years working in the corporate world, he created Pedego, now a multi-million dollar leading e-bike brand. 

09-23
43:05

Like You Podcast: Noah Glenn

On this episode, how a creative and artistic Noah Glenn grew up to create Like You, the top mindfullness podcast for kids.

09-14
40:01

3 Productivity Strategies that will Blow Your Mind: Blaine Oeklers

On this episode, Ben's joined by serial entrepreneur and productivity hacker Blaine Oeklers to discuss his three strategies for upgrading your work flows! From building habits in 21 seconds to getting an hours worth of work in 30, you'll be up and running in no time!

05-06
25:24

6 Steps to Mastering Public Speaking: Patrick Donadio

On this episode, Ben's joined by excecutive coach and author of "Communicating with Impact", Patrick Donadio. They discuss his unique formula to becoming a great public speaker, how to get over any fears, and how to take your speaking to the next level.   Check out Mr. Donadio's book here!

04-20
39:43

From Passions to Purpose: Sanyu Lukoma (17)

On this episode, 17-year old Jersey native Sanyu Lukoma shares how she turned a unusual love of reading into a special purpose and passion.

04-13
26:02

Productivity 101

Productivity lately has been a 'buzz' topic, with everyone, especially teens, concerned about proscrastination, distractions, and making sure everything on their to-do lists are checked off. Recently, I was speaking to an old friend about our struggles with productivity, so I decided to piece together some of the best productivity-related episodes bits in: Productivity 101.    Enjoy! -Ben

04-07
34:29

Emotional Intelligence: Christopher Connors

On this episode, Ben's joined by best-selling author of Emotional Intelligence for the Modern Leader, Christopher Connors to discuss how young people can build up their 'EQ', becoming a better friend, family member, or entrepreneur.    Check out Christopher's work here.

03-25
41:52

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