The Chad Benson Show

The Chad Benson Show

The Chad Benson Show, where sharp wit meets insightful commentary, and no topic is off-limits. Hosted by the ever-charming Chad Benson, this show is your one-stop shop for an electrifying mix of hard-hitting news, laugh-out-loud moments, and everything in between. For more information, visit radioamerica.com/chad-benson-show/

Episodes

June 23, 2025 110 mins
U.S. launches strikes on 3 Iranian nuclear facilities. Heat wave affecting much of the US. Weekend movie box office numbers. Iran threatened terror attacks inside U.S. Man drives truck into church, opens fire; security guard kills suspect in Michigan. Gov. Greg Abbott vetoes THC ban bill. Tesla launches automated taxis. 
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Trump to decide on US role in Israel-Iran conflict within 2 weeks. Friday Sound Salad. Florida AG pitches ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ to hold migrants. Zach Abraham of Bulwark Capital Management. Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders get pay raise. 
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Trump approves Iran attack plan but has not made final decision. Supreme Court upholds Tennessee ban on gender-affirming care for minors. Tucker Carlson spars with Ted Cruz on Israel-Iran strikes. Fed’s Powell keeps rates where they are, defying Trump. How AI is changing the job market. Israel reports 'direct hit' on hospital by Iranian missile . 
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Trump disputes intel chief Tulsi Gabbard on Iran. Military analyst Mike Lyons gives the latest insight into Iran and Israel. Woke Wednesday. Senate Republicans’ changes to ‘big beautiful bill’ tee up clash with House. ICE arrests NYC mayoral candidate Brad Lander at immigration court. 
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Israeli PM Netanyahu thanked Donald Trump for the US's continuous support in the country's escalating conflict with Iran. Overwhelmed Louvre workers strike to protest overtourism. The suspect in the shooting of 2 Minnesota lawmakers had a 'hit list' of 45 officials. The government and emminent domain. Zelensky accuses Putin of ‘pure terrorism’ after 14 killed in massive attack on Kyiv.
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Man suspected of shooting Minnesota lawmakers arrested after huge manhunt. Israel hits more Iranian military targets, Iran retaliates on fourth day of conflict. No Kings protest over the weekend. Weekend movie box office numbers. Trump told Israel not to kill Iran's supreme leader. 
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Israel hits the ‘heart’ of Iran’s nuclear program in Natanz facility strike. Sen Alex Padilla dragged out of Noem immigration briefing in LA. Friday Sound Salad. Jim Kennedy of the Kennedy Institute for Public Policy Research. One person survives 787 crash in India. Chad's Wheel of Surprise. 
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Flight carrying 242 people bound for London has crashed in Ahmedabad, India. Brian Wilson, influential pop pioneer and leader of the Beach Boys, dies at 82. US evacuates personnel from Middle East in sign of growing regional tension. DC prepares for military parade.
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Gavin Newsom says democracy under assault while blasting Trump's immigration tactics. Trump's miltary parade to be held this weekend. Anti-ICE protest continue across the country. US, China reach deal to ease export curbs, keep tariff truce alive. Elon Musk says he regrets some social media posts he made about Trump. 
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Trump administration deploys Marines to Los Angeles, vows to intensify migrant raids. At least 10 people killed in school shooting in Austria's second biggest city. The Woke Right. Israel deports activist Greta Thunberg after military seized Gaza Freedom Flotilla ship. NCAA will pay its current and former athletes in an agreement that will transform college sports.
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President Trump sends National Guard as violent anti-ICE riots erupt in Los Angeles. ABC News suspends Terry Moran after social media tirade against White House officials. Trump says Elon Musk will face 'very serious consequences' if he funds Democratic candidates. Kilmar Abrego Garcia, wrongly deported to El Salvador prison, to face federal charges in Nashville. DNC chair, almost crying, claims David Hogg is making it impossible t...
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President Trump and Elon Musk trade insults in escalating feud. Friday Sound Salad. Chad's Wheel of Surprise. (0's nostalgia. Zach Abraham of Bulwark Capital Management. Latest social media idiotic challenge. 
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Doritos and Mountain Dew could carry a new ‘not recommended for human consumption’ warning under landmark Texas bill. Trump bans citizens of 12 countries from entering the U.S. Parents are charged after their son, 7, is struck dead in a car accident. Tipping fatigue. Big Beautiful Bill. Trump Taps Palantir to Compile Data on Americans.
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Elon Musk speaking out against Trump's Big Beautiful Bill. China and agroterrorism. Rubio Says He Has Revoked 300 or More Visas in Trump’s Deportation Push. Woke Wednesday. Hegseth orders Navy to rename ship honoring gay rights activist Harvey Milk. 
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Ukraine attacks Russian airfields with drones in "Operation Spiderweb." Authorities raise number of victims to 12 in Boulder, CO terrorist attack. Trump's Big Beautiful Bill. Italy's Mt Etna errupts. Debate over climbers using Xenon gas to scale Mt Everest in record time. Internet claims that FIFA World Cup 2026 won't be held in USA due to Trump's immigration policy.   
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Eight injured after man sets people on fire at Colorado rally for Israeli hostages. What's being cut in Trump's Big Beautiful Bill? MAGA influencers accuse Cory Booker of Nazi-style salute, call him ‘literally Hitler’. Democrats alienating men. Ukraine attacks Russian air bases in far-reaching drone strikes. Gender definition bill passes in Texas Senate, heads to governor. Urgent alert for Americans as 184 million passwords leak in...
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May 30, 2025 110 mins
Tariffs back on for now. Friday Sound Salad. Chad's Wheel of Surprise. Latest from the Sean "P. Diddy" Combs trial. Zach Abraham of Bulwark Capital Management. Jim Kennedy, Kennedy Institute for Public Policy Research. 
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Federal court blocks Trump from imposing sweeping tariffs under emergency powers law. Elon Musk leaving Trump administration. Paul Limon, tech expert, talks AI. Moms and mental health. Functional unemployment. Rise in trade school enrollment. 
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Todd, Julie Chrisley pardoned by President Trump. Southwest Airlines ends longtime free luggage policy. Woke Wednesday. Immigration Optics. The Enhanced Games. Trump versus Harvard. 
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What's being cut in the Big Beautiful bill? Holiday weekend travel. Former police chief, serving murder and rape sentences, escapes from Arkansas prison. Weekend movie box office numbers. Trump says he's 'not happy' with Putin after massive Ukraine strike. New documentary on the OceanGate disaster. Emmanuel Macron's wife seen shoving him in the face in viral clip . 
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