Ben tells of the challenges he has faced in creating his books. His stories and a slide presentation allow a wonderful view inside Ben’s research as he tries to uncover the emotions that bring the heart to each story. These experiences include raising a 750-pound black bear, flying to the North Pole, living with the homeless, working with dolphins, attending Space Camp, going undercover with drug enforcement agents and living with the Maasai in Africa. Part 1– 64 Minutes / Part 2 – 33 Minutes