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If you like history, stories, and humor you will like Rich Davis as Ben Franklin, no matter what your age. Book when Ben is coming to your area and receive a world-class program at a very reasonable price! Plus, no travel expenses will be charged.

Come meet Benjamin Franklin and learn about his life, accomplishments, loves, and how he became one of the greatest Americans whoever lived. You will learn why Franklin left Boston at age 17, how he saved a man’s life in an unusual way, and why it’s not likely Ben flew a kite in a thunderstorm. Ask Ben to tell which sports hall of fame he was elected to in 1968. In all, Ben Franklin has been enshrined in 14 halls of fame including chess, insurance, and CIA!

Ben talks about American history as he knew it, covering pretty much his own long, eventful lifespan: 1706-1790. Ben tells about his life, loves, and accomplishments. He also discusses other great Americans and important events of his time. Learn what famous American fired the first shots of the French and Indian War, and how Franklin managed the difficult but essential task of getting France to join the Revolutionary War on the side of the colonists.

"We must all hang together, or assuredly we shall all hang separately."

Among the Topics Covered:

a Major facts about Ben Franklin a Franklin compared with other great Americans

a Electrical experiments, inventions a Contributions to community and country

It is Dr. Davis' opinion, after years of careful thought and study on the matter, that Benjamin Franklin earns the title "The Greatest American Whoever Lived." There is no question in Davis' mind on this point, but he cannot come right out and say "I am the greatest American whoever lived" while in the humble, mild-mannered character of Ben Franklin. The crafty method Davis uses to make his point while remaining in character is a masterstroke of performing genius.

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Program 2: Poor Richard's Guide to Health and Fitness. Length: 55 minutes.

Poor Richard's

Guide to Health and Fitness

Inspired by Benjamin Franklin, America’s favorite founding father and member of the International Swimming Hall of Fame, this program provides information about a fun, effective health and fitness plan that can benefit anyone.

Doing the right things with eating and exercise does not have to be a chore. Poor Richard will tell you how to make healthy living addictive and contagious. Don't want to go to the gym? That's okay. You can do what you need to in your home. Don't want to count calories? You can eat healthy, lose weight, and get fit without a lot of fuss and bother. Don't want to give up cake and ice cream every night for desert? Well, some things may have to change!

Program Features:

v Become pain-free and flexible v Increase strength, flexibility, aerobic capacity v Regain youthful energy and vigor v Improve eating habits, lose weight v Create a healthy, active lifestyle v Sleep better

Franklin had a lot to say about health and fitness. The purpose of this program is to inspire people to improve health habits without a lot of fuss, effort, and turmoil. This is a program that will entertain and be good for you! Ben shares advice on health matters that he advocated during his lifetime. You will get a good history lesson, insider information about Ben Franklin, plus some tips for health, happiness, and longevity.

Ben Franklin: Invented bifocal eyeglasses and the lightening rod, Flew a kite in a thunderstorm, Signed the Declaration of Independence, Only went to school two years, Charted the Gulf Stream, Invented the rocking chair, Founded the University of Pennsylvania, Had the first famous bathtub in this country, Started the first library and volunteer fire department.

Programs for College

Ben is not just for kids

Many participants become part of the program as Ben challenges them to remember everything he says--and rewards them when they do!