The Chad Benson Show

The Chad Benson Show

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The Chad Benson Show is where humor meets the headlines. Each weekday, Chad breaks down politics, culture, and media madness with sharp insight, quick wit, and zero blowhard energy.It’s fun, thoughtful, and refreshingly commonsense — the news show for listeners tired of outrage and noise.Learn more about The Chad Benson Showhttps://heliosmedia.us/chad-benson-show/

Episodes(40 episodes)

Gas Prices at an All-Time High
Gas prices at an all time high. Democrats ask the Supreme Court to halt a Virginia ruling blocking new congressional districts. Mike Lyons, military analyst, talks about the latest from the middle east. World Cup history. Trump Mobile phone release date remains uncertain. Is Netflix spying on you?
Published: May 12, 2026Duration: 1h 50m 2s
2 Passengers Test Positive for Hantavirus, Third Shows Symptoms After Cruise Evacuation
2 passengers test positive for hantavirus as a third shows symptoms after cruise ship evacuation. Skylab crews reported unexplained lights, ‘reddish object’: UFO files. Mid Term Mondays w/ Jim Kennedy. Person dies after being hit by Frontier Airlines plane that was taking off at Denver airport. Consumer prices still rising. Trump calls Iran’s response to U.S. peace proposal ‘totally unacceptable’. World Cup history. Donald Trump speaks out after erecting 22-foot gold statue of himself at golf course.
Published: May 12, 2026Duration: 1h 49m 57s
Trump says Retaliatory Strikes on Iranian Targets Were 'Just a Love Tap'
Published: May 9, 2026Duration: 1h 49m 55s
Purported Epstein Suicide Note Released by Judge
Purported Epstein suicide note released by judge. Data center approved in Utah despite community protests. Hantavirus latest updates: Confirmed cases rise to 5 from Dutch cruise ship. World Cup history. CNN founder Ted Turner dies at 87. US awaits Iran’s response to latest proposal to end war.
Published: May 8, 2026Duration: 1h 50m 10s
Trump Threatens ‘Much Higher Level’ Attacks If No Deal
Trump threatens ‘much higher level’ attacks if no deal. Oil plunges, markets surge on report U.S. and Iran near deal to end war as gas prices jump past $4.50. Vivek Ramaswamy wins Republican nomination for Ohio governor. Defy Trump, lose your seat: Indiana primary delivers a warning to GOP lawmakers. GOP includes $1B for Trump White House ballroom security in budget bill. One-Hit Wonder Wednesday. Religious leaders told 'prepare now' for UFO disclosure to unleash Bible-changing revelations. World Cup history.
Published: May 6, 2026Duration: 1h 49m 58s
Hegseth and Caine Say Iran War Ceasefire Is Not Over
Hegseth and Caine say Iran war ceasefire is not over. Supreme Court temporarily restores ability to receive abortion drug mifepristone by mail. Little Caesar's testing drone delivery. World Cup history. Britney Spears accepts plea deal in connection to DUI. What to know about Tuesday's primaries in Ohio and Indiana. Mike Lyons, military analyst, gives the latest on the Iran war.
Published: May 5, 2026Duration: 1h 49m 56s
Spirit Airlines Ceases Operations
Spirit Airlines ceases operations. Weekend movie box office numbers. O.C. teen’s mother faces manslaughter charge in e-motorbike crash that killed 81-year-old. Midterm Monday with Jim Kennedy. World Cup history. Cherie DeVaux makes history as first female trainer to win the Kentucky Derby.
Published: May 4, 2026Duration: 1h 49m 58s
Iran War Hits Authorization Threshold
Iran war hits authorization threshold. Friday Sound Salad. Us debt exceeds GDP.  Social media trend has young people ‘speedrunning’ through the Church of Scientology. Jim Kennedy breaks down the headlines of the week. Driverless trucks take off in Texas. Zach Abraham, Bulwark Capital, talks the Iran war and oil prices.
Published: May 2, 2026Duration: 1h 49m 57s
Former FBI Director James Comey Charged with Threatening Trump's Life in Instagram Post
Former FBI director James Comey charged with threatening Trump's life in Instagram post. King Charles delivers address to a joint session of Congress. Texas midterm polling numbers. World Cup news. Religion and aliens.
Published: Apr 29, 2026Duration: 1h 49m 58s
The Fight Over Data Centers in the US
The fight over data centers in the US. Consumer prices still on the rise. Mike Lyons, military analyst, gives an update on the Iran war and the Russian/Ukraine war. World Cup history. Melania Trump wants ABC to 'take a stand' against Jimmy Kimmel after 'hateful' joke.
Published: Apr 28, 2026Duration: 1h 49m 58s
Trump Likely Target of Shooting at White House Correspondents' Dinner, Says US Official
Trump was likely target of shooting at White House Correspondents' dinner, says US official. Suspect in custody had sent a manifesto to his family just before opening fire. King Charles III heads to Washington on a delicate mission to restore the UK-US relationship. Midterm Monday w/Jim Kennedy. Iran reportedly proposes Hormuz Strait deal to U.S. World Cup history.
Published: Apr 28, 2026Duration: 1h 49m 55s
Raiders Take Fernando Mendoza with No. 1 Pick in NFL Draft
Raiders take Fernando Mendoza with No. 1 pick in NFL draft. A Pentagon intelligence agency assessment says Iran still has significant military capabilities. House Oversight chair says some members support a Ghislaine Maxwell pardon. Friday Sound Salad. World Cup history. US ready to use force as Iran war enters new phase in Strait of Hormuz. Reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug might only be the first step for Trump. Zach Abraham, Bulwark Capital, talks oil prices and Iran. Jim Kennedy, Kennedy Institute for Public Policy Research, breaks down the top headlines of the week.
Published: Apr 24, 2026Duration: 1h 49m 56s
U.S. Seizes Second Tanker Carrying Iranian Oil
U.S. Seizes Second Tanker Carrying Iranian Oil. Would Cup News. NFL draft tonight. Gasoline by the numbers. US plans to bail out Spirit Airlines. Court pauses redistricting in Virginia, day after voters approve new maps. Trump reclassifies state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug in a historic shift.
Published: Apr 23, 2026Duration: 1h 49m 56s
Trump Extends Ceasefire, Offering Time for Tehran to Unify Around a Proposal
Trump extends ceasefire, offering time for Tehran to unify around a proposal. At least 10 scientists tied to sensitive US research have died or disappeared in recent years, sparking federal investigation. DOJ charges Southern Poverty Law Center with fraud over secret funding of extremist groups. One-Hit Wonder Wednesday. World Cup news. The Onion to take over Alex Jones' Inforwars and turn it into a parody site. Virginia passes re-districting referendum.
Published: Apr 23, 2026Duration: 1h 49m 57s
VA to Vote on Re-Districting Referendum
VA to vote on re-districting referendum. Mike Lyons, military analyst, talks Trump and Iran negotiations. Red Lobster brings back Endless Shrimp, even after bankruptcy claims. World Cup news. The story of Paul Revere.
Published: Apr 21, 2026Duration: 1h 49m 55s
Trump Says Iran Deal to Be Signed 'Today' in Islamabad
Trump says Iran deal to be signed 'today' in Islamabad. Trump administration launches tariff refund system as first step in paying back billions. Trump’s sculpture garden of American heroes is unlikely to be ready for July 4. World Cup update. Officials unveil transit plan for NJ World Cup: $150 by train, $80 by shuttle. Midterm Monday w/ Jim Kennedy. Major 7.7-magnitude earthquake strikes off Japan, prompting tsunami alerts.
Published: Apr 20, 2026Duration: 1h 49m 55s
Artemis II Astronauts Hold Post Mission Press Conference
Artemis II astronauts hold post mission press conference. Jim Kennedy breaks down the headlines of the week. Spirit Airlines might liquidate as surging jet fuel costs threaten bankruptcy exit. World Cup update.
Published: Apr 18, 2026Duration: 1h 49m 57s
Pope Says ‘World Is Being Ravaged by a Handful of Tyrants’ Amid Feud with Trump’s White House
Pope says ‘world is being ravaged by a handful of tyrants’ amid feud with Trump’s White House. Jury finds that Ticketmaster and Live Nation had an anticompetitive monopoly over big concert venues. White House under pressure after 10 scientists vanish or die in mystery cases. The psychology of indoctrination. World Cup news. More young men are attending religious services regularly.
Published: Apr 16, 2026Duration: 1h 49m 57s
Iran Pushes War Narrative on Social Media with AI-Generated LEGO Videos Trolling Trump
Iran pushes war narrative on social media with AI Lego videos trolling Trump. Camp Mystic owners back in courtroom for more flooding testimony. One-Hit Wonder Wednesday. Needing to rethink kids education. World Cup news. Swalwell, Gonzales resignations prompt bipartisan push to purge House members accused of misconduct.
Published: Apr 16, 2026Duration: 1h 49m 57s
Trump Explains His Reason for Posting Much-Criticized Meme
Trump says he won't apologize to Pope Leo and explains his reason for posting much-criticized meme. Mike Lyons, military analyst, gives update on the middle east conflicts. Chad Benson presents "Couchtella". The effect of the declining US birthrate. Atlanta Scream Club helps participants blow off some steam. The Sunday Scaries. Colombia to euthanize dozens of "cocaine hippos" linked to drug lord Pablo Escobar.
Published: Apr 15, 2026Duration: 1h 49m 56s