Articles by Ben Bateman

humor 08.11.10 Dear Parents and Graduates

Ben Bateman’s graduation speech touches on the usual topics: how far the class has come, how graduating is just the first step in life, and how to escape when you’re kidnapped by a crazed hillbilly.

humor 03.31.10 The Royal Academy of Underseas Exploration

Ben Bateman would like to inform you that your application for a submarine is rejected based upon your reckless past use of submarines.

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