Author: The Dsylexitic 'Oartistic' Detective - an interesting read with your coffee.
Ben has worked as investigative journalist, researcher and writers for a number of NZ/Australian publications, radio stations, as well as working for universities, NGO and commercial clients, as well as being a best selling author (State Secrets 1 & II [Return Fire]) specialising in organised crime and national security issues.
With a degree in history and political science specialising in political violence and counter terrorism Ben spent six year in New Zealand Army territorial (reserves) serving in the Royal Artillery and the infantry with posting in signals, artillery intelligence, field and counter intelligence, reconnaissance and as a rifleman & platoon grenadier.
Ben also has decades of experience in all aspect of the hospitality and tourism industry (from kitchen hand to marketing and promotions) through out Australasia as well a having strong root in the arts community of New Zealand's South Island his beloved home and were he prints his own cafe publications and books .
Space Shakes
Murdoch Dancing Hare & Epstein’s NZ Billionaire Bunker shopping Pals
SHIPPING NEWS 46 The Epstein Rex84B Special
SHIPPING NEWS 45 Ardern & NY.
ANZAC WAR TOY
SHIPPING NEWS 44
Shipping News 43
Exploring New Zealand’s Hidden Historical Ties to Global Terrorism
BEN VIDGEN -- The Consulting 'Oartistic' Dyslexic Detective. 