The transition from world-renowned illusionist and escape artist to regional Breakfast radio host might seem like a bit of a stretch. And as Ben tells Radio Today, the timing was perfect. “My career in comedy magic and illusion was very self-focused, and if I’m honest, I probably was, too. The idea of working in radio had long appealed to Ben. To host a daily radio show in a capital city, as well as a twelve-week TV program twice a year.