Two episodes ago Ben stated he had contact with the outside world, he knew what was going on in America, and the rest of the world. So I think that pretty much seals off that they were sent to the past, unless they are taking that car from Back to the Future and going back and forth.

As for Ben and the others being children of Kate Sawyer and Jack. Man, I just do not think so, from what I've picked up from this show so far is that anything that is not possible they will not do on the show, unless Damon and the crew believe in time travel. Also, I do not like that idea because it kinda just is weird, and a little too far fetched.

But hey, its an okay idea, welcome to the forums

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