Ben Thompson(XXIV)
- Writer
- Actor
Ben Thompson is an author, producer, and historical consultant known for his ability to translate visceral, high-stakes history into compelling narrative media. He is the creator of the long-running historical brand Badass of the Week and serves as the Executive Producer and host of the Badass of the Week podcast, produced in partnership with Dwayne Johnson and Seven Bucks Productions.
With a career spanning over twenty years, Thompson has authored 14 books for major publishers, including the award-winning Badass, Guts & Glory, and Epic Fails series. His expertise in historical storytelling has made him a recurring guest expert on the History Channel, Discovery Channel, and American Heroes Channel, and a featured voice on NPR’s All Things Considered.
Beyond the page, Thompson is a frequent consultant for film and television development, specializing in historical accuracy and narrative structure.
A veteran of the international speaking circuit, Thompson has presented on the intersection of history and innovation at The Smithsonian, Google, and the Boeing Museum of Flight. He also brings his world-building expertise to the tabletop gaming industry, having authored multiple fantasy adventure modules.
With a career spanning over twenty years, Thompson has authored 14 books for major publishers, including the award-winning Badass, Guts & Glory, and Epic Fails series. His expertise in historical storytelling has made him a recurring guest expert on the History Channel, Discovery Channel, and American Heroes Channel, and a featured voice on NPR’s All Things Considered.
Beyond the page, Thompson is a frequent consultant for film and television development, specializing in historical accuracy and narrative structure.
A veteran of the international speaking circuit, Thompson has presented on the intersection of history and innovation at The Smithsonian, Google, and the Boeing Museum of Flight. He also brings his world-building expertise to the tabletop gaming industry, having authored multiple fantasy adventure modules.
