

Ride with Benito Skinner and Mary Beth Barone
Dear Media
And just like that… your favorite besties & tastemakers Benito Skinner and Mary Beth Barone are baaaack. Join them every Wednesday on your way to Sephora to hear their witty, ridiculous, and irreverent (jk) musings on life, the universe, existence, and what they currently ride for. If you've longed to hear two absolute bimbos talk about looping, Schrödinger’s cat, being a lizard, and SO much more, you're gonna absolutely live/die for this podcast. You might even... dare we say... ride for it. Trends, cultural moments that altered the direction of their lives, and even the film Mother!… NOTHING is off limits. WE RIDE AT DAWN!!
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Aug 2, 2023 • 35min
Being Vulnerable + Accutane
We were really feeling the heat in the studio this week! Seriously. Please recycle and do what you can as global temperatures continue to rise. It's not all doom and gloom, though. This week, you'll learn a little about what Benny and MB were like as kids. Then, Benny brings it back to the college years riding for the one of big pharma's greatest works: Accutane. And Mary Beth rides for the one thing that will never go out of style: being vulnerable! Be safe out there.PLEASE NOTE: This episode of ride was recorded before the Screen Actors Guild announced their strike against AMPTP which prohibits members from promoting work from struck companies. As SAG members, Benito and Mary Beth stand in solidarity with the guild and their continued efforts to get a fair deal. Happy listening!Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Sponsors:Take eharmony’s Compatibility Quiz today and Get Someone Who Gets YouProduced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jul 26, 2023 • 40min
Shakespeare Adaptations + Aphrodisiacs
Are you there god? It's Mary Beth and Benny! From religion to evolution to some pressing questions on animal hygiene, you could say this is one of our most science-centric episodes yet. But don't worry! There's also romance... Benito rides for aphrodisiacs and Mary Beth rides for Shakespeare adaptations. Et tu, Baronies?PLEASE NOTE: This episode of ride was recorded before the Screen Actors Guild announced their strike against AMPTP which prohibits members from promoting work from struck companies. As SAG members, Benito and Mary Beth stand in solidarity with the guild and their continued efforts to get a fair deal. Happy listening!Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Sponsors:Head to https://www.squarespace.com/RIDE to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code RIDEDrinkAG1.com/ridepod for a free 1 year supply of vitamin D and 5 free travel packs Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jul 19, 2023 • 35min
Froyo + Having a Blankie
This episode is all about herstory. Benito rides for America's pastime: frozen yogurt. Mary Beth rides for having a blankie. But that's not all! We define "taika" for those who are just joining us. And prepare to hear about Benny's sordid past with hang gliding and Australians. "2015 was a weird year." Fightuh the good fightuh.PLEASE NOTE: This episode of ride was recorded before the Screen Actors Guild announced their strike against AMPTP which prohibits members from promoting work from struck companies. As SAG members, Benito and Mary Beth stand in solidarity with the guild and their continued efforts to get a fair deal. Happy listening!Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jul 12, 2023 • 35min
Strippers + J Lo's Versace Dress
There's something ROTTEN in Denmark! Oh wait… no… that's Benito's garbage can. Inconsiderate dog owners, you're on notice. This week is all about art, poetry, and making a scene. Mary Beth rides for J Lo's Versace dress causing an internet firestorm and giving us the gift of Google Images, while Benito rides for strippers. Don't forget no matter where you live, everyday is another opportunity to support your local strippers!Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Sponsors:Head to https://www.squarespace.com/RIDE to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code RIDEProduced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jul 5, 2023 • 30min
CARPOOL: NARS
And just like that… it's another CARPOOL episode! It's so important to find joy in the little things. And that's why Mary Beth and Benny spend this week riding for the horniest makeup brand on the market today. The gift we were given by the great François Nars… NARS! Stop by your local Sephora, pack on that Laguna bronzer, and enjoy this episode that is not a paid ad believe it or not. Kiss kiss!Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 28, 2023 • 42min
Arrival + The Princess and the Pea
This week is all about narratives, language, and prose. Mary Beth rides for the fairytale slash book Princess and the Pea while Benny rides for the fairytale slash movie Arrival as we continue to ask ourselves "what does it all mean?" And don't forget! BABY ON BOARD. I mean... have you ever heard a more beautiful sentence?Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Sponsors:Visit visible.com/SAGE to learn more about the campaign and watch “No Straight Answers” on Visible’s Instagram and TikTokProduced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 21, 2023 • 42min
Kids' Debit Cards + Peeing
OH MY GOD. Have you heard the good news? Love, Corn is back! So we'll be unboxing some delicious flavors for you in our branded merch. We could've never expected an email from Chase Bank would be heard 'round the world. Benny rides for their new offering: kids' debit cards and Mary Beth is going back to basics. She rides for peeing. Embrace modernity. Embrace tradition. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Sponsors: Visit visible.com/SAGE to learn more about the campaign and watch “No Straight Answers” on Visible’s Instagram and TikTok Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 14, 2023 • 42min
Chickens + The Fellowship of the Ring
Selling Sunset is back and so are we. This week's episode is all about community building for the greater good outside ourselves. Kinda what life is all about in some ways, wouldn't you say? Mary Beth rides for chickens and Benito rides for The Fellowship of the Ring. Bet you never thought you'd hear Benito say the words "Bilbo Baggins." And yet here we are. Buy tour tickets babes we can't wait. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Sponsors: Visit visible.com/SAGE to learn more about the campaign and watch “No Straight Answers” on Visible’s Instagram and TikTok Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 7, 2023 • 31min
Sleeping Your Way to the Top + Horse Girls
Giddyup, cowgirls! And get that a** planted firmly in the saddle because this episode is something unbelievable(s). We have a new era and you'll never ever guess what it is or that it involves Armani Exchange. Also this week, Benny rides for horse girls and in many ways, Terry (omg... 47 words in). Mary Beth rides for sleeping your way to the top even though she's never done it successfully. But it's never too late! Oh and guess what... RIDE just might be coming to a city near you... check your local listings. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May 31, 2023 • 30min
Carmex + Light Denim
Fasten your seatbelts girls cause this episode is a WILD RIDE! What do microwaves, fridges, and Lea Michele have in common? They're all in YOUR house! Benny rides for one of his greatest passions, light denim while Mary Beth rides for her favorite lip balm brand, Carmex. This episode in a word? FABU-LUST! Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.


