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The Chad Benson Show

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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.

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Episodes

Trump commits to stay in US presidential race even if convicted

Trump commits to stay in US presidential race even if convicted. 'Unabomber' Ted Kaczynski died by suicide in prison medical center. Recovering in hospital, child survivors share harrowing details of 40 days in Amazon. Silvio Berlusconi, Italy's former prime minister, has died at the age of 86. Daniel Penny denies trying to kill homeless man Jordan Neely on NYC subway. Netflix password sharing crackdown causes spur of new sign-ups.

Jun 12, 20231 hr 50 min

Donald Trump indicted on 7 counts in classified documents probe

Donald Trump indicted on 7 counts in classified documents probe. Las Vegas family claims to see aliens after several report something falling from sky. Movies opening this weekend. Cuba gives China permission to build spying facility on island. Zack Abraham, Bulwark Capital, talks about the best ways to save for retirement. Man killed by shark in Egypt.

Jun 09, 20231 hr 50 min

The growing GOP presidential field

The growing GOP presidential field. Canadian wildfire smoke triggers 'hazardous' air quality alerts, grounds airplanes in U.S. WWE legend Iron Sheik dead at 81. Trump lawyers told by DOJ he is the target of investigation. Russia losing ground in Ukraine. The folly of ESG investing. Tupac Shakur gets star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Cuba gives China permission to build spying facility on island.

Jun 08, 20231 hr 50 min

Controversy over PGA/LIV Golf merger

Controversy over PGA/LIV Golf merger. Mike Pence enters presidential race. Woke Wednesday. Hollywood actors union overwhelmingly votes to strike. Tucker Carlson premieres first show on Twitter. Salary transparency.

Jun 07, 20231 hr 50 min

Ukrainian offensive ‘taking place in several directions,’ says official

Ukrainian offensive ‘taking place in several directions,’ says official. Sen. Tim Scott appears on The View. You need a Boycott Binder! Military whistleblower claims U.S. has UFO retrieval program. Apple reveals its Vision Pro mixed-reality headset, starting at $3,499. Adams floats idea of New Yorkers housing migrants in 'private residences'. PGA tour to merge with LIV Golf. Chris Christe fomally enters presidential race.

Jun 06, 20231 hr 50 min

OPEC oil production cuts could mean higher gas prices in U.S.

OPEC oil production cuts could mean higher gas prices in US. Jet fighters scrambled to chase small plane that eventually crashed in VA. China accuses US of ‘provocation’ after near collision of warships. Apple releases new VR headset. The threat of AI. Weekend movie box office numbers. Homelessness on the west coast. Allstate the latest insurance company to stop issuing home insurance in California.

Jun 05, 20231 hr 50 min

Biden falls on stage at US Air Force Academy commencement

Biden falls on stage at US Air Force Academy commencement. Scripps Spelling Bee winner. The growing culture war. Ukraine steps up attacks against Russia. Latest job numbers. Movies opening this weekend. Lizzo threatens to quit music, locks Twitter account after latest wave of body-shaming. Senate passes debt limit bill. Zach Abraham, Bulwark Capital, talks about the commercial real estate market.

Jun 02, 20231 hr 50 min

Debt ceiling bill moves to the Senate

Debt ceiling bill moves to the Senate. Jury finds Danny Masterson guilty on 2 counts in rape retrial. Why 'bed rotting' is the newest hot self-care trend for lazy Gen Zers. Man in a dress working in the dress store for little girls at Disneyland. Retail stores facing rising theft. State Farm no longer providing home insurance in California. NASA holds public meeting on UFOs ahead of final report.

Jun 01, 20231 hr 50 min

Debt ceiling deal to prevent default narrowly passes

Debt ceiling deal to prevent default narrowly passes. 1st big test in key House committee. Experts are warning AI could lead to human extinction. Chris Christie to announce GOP presidential campaign next week. Woke Wednesday. Clayton Kershaw did not agree with Dodgers' honor for LGBTQ+ group. Ukraine war comes to Moscow as drones strike both capitals. Passenger recalls ‘terrifying’ experience aboard Carnival Sunshine during weekend storm.

May 31, 20231 hr 50 min

Congress races to pass debt ceiling bill ahead of Monday deadline

Congress races to pass debt ceiling bill ahead of Monday deadline. Paying to work. DeSantis kicks off presidential campaign in Iowa as he steps up criticism of Trump. Bed rotting. The case for a third political party. Horrific video shows nearly 40 teens viciously attacking off-duty Marines on California beach. Drones strike Moscow in first attack on Russian capital’s residential areas since Ukraine war began. Kevin McCarthy threatens FBI director Chris Wray with contempt charges. The trouble wi...

May 30, 20231 hr 50 min

Trump versus DeSantis

Trump versus DeSantis. Memorial Day travel. Debt ceiling negotiators race to cement final deal before deadline. Target loses $9B in week following boycott calls over LGBTQ-friendly kids clothing. Movies opening this weekend. The effects of a US default. Good Samaritan stops bank robbery with a hug. Zach Abraham, Bulwark Capital, discusses retirement money management. San Francisco Mayor London Breed, city leaders booed out of open-air public safety meeting.

May 26, 20231 hr 50 min

Ron DeSantis will launch his presidential bid with Elon Musk on Twitter

Ron DeSantis will launch his presidential bid with Elon Musk on Twitter. Still no deal on the US debt ceiling. Will Trump supporters defect to DeSantis? Woke Wednesday. Netflix password-sharing crackdown rolls out in the U.S. Professor fired for holding a machete to reporter's neck after destroying student's pro-life display. A year after Uvalde, officers who botched response face few consequences.

May 24, 20231 hr 50 min

19-year-old man crashes U-Haul into security barrier near White House

19-year-old man crashes U-Haul into security barrier near White House. GOP Sen. Tim Scott announces 2024 presidential bid. Damage to kids done by social media. Biden and McCarthy are projecting optimism, but there's still no debt limit deal. Jeff Bezos gets engaged. Pride month clothing. The issues Americans will be voting on.

May 23, 20231 hr 50 min

Debt ceiling deadline days aways with no resolution yet

Debt ceiling deadline days aways with no resolution yet. Brooks Koepka wins PGA Championship. Holiday travel for Memorial Day weekend expected to be heavy with lower gas prices. Tim Scott due to announce 2024 presidential bid. Zelensky arrives in Hiroshima for last-minute visit to G7 summit. Biden, Eric Adams split over immigration and crime. Weekend movie box office numbers.

May 22, 20231 hr 50 min

Debt ceiling theatrics

Debt ceiling theatrics. Disney pulls out of $1 billion Florida project. Zelensky to attend G7 summit in an attempt to firm up support for Ukraine. AI technology and Alzheimer's. Chinese comedian in trouble for joke about military. Adidas using men to model women's swimsuits. Dianne Feinstein's health issues. Oscar Mayer announces name change.

May 19, 20231 hr 50 min

DeSantis plans to announce his presidential run next week

DeSantis plans to announce his presidential run next week. NYC mayor wants Sanctuary City law reviewed. Thursday night movie openings. Poll suggest this is the worst time to buy a home. Pentagon leaker was warned about mishandling classified docs, prosecutors say. Montana becomes first state to ban TikTok. Retail theft on the rise. Calls to ban chocolate and strawberry milk from schools. Florida is investigating a teacher who showed a Disney movie with a gay character. Biden travels to Japan for...

May 18, 20231 hr 50 min

Biden will have to negotiate with Kevin McCarthy over debt ceiling

Biden is going to have to negotiate with Kevin McCarthy over the debt ceiling. Woke Wednesday. Topless dancers unionize in California. Taco Bell wants to trademark "Taco Tuesday". Archaeologists uncover 400-year-old skeleton in Maryland. More US immigration issues.

May 17, 20231 hr 50 min

Durham report on Trump-Russia investigation released

Durham report on Trump-Russia investigation released. Anti-capitalist ‘pay what you can’ café in Toronto closes after one year in business. FDA changes rules to allow dogs at outdoor seating sections in restaurants. Writers Guild won’t picket 2023 Tony Awards, but denies interim agreement for show. Outrage grows over vets evicted from New York hotels to house migrants. Florida teacher under investigation for showing a Disney film with a gay character. At 81, Martha Stewart becomes oldest Sports ...

May 16, 20231 hr 50 min

No immediate spike in border entries following Title 42’s end

No immediate spike in border entries following Title 42’s end. Elon Musk steps down as CEO of Twitter. Weekend movie box office numbers. UK promises more aid to Ukraine as Zelensky visits London. Zach Abraham, Bulwark Capital, talks current market trends. Daniel Penny charged with second-degree manslaughter in the death of Jordan Neely. Still no deal on what to do with the debt ceiling. Car travel to increase for Memorial Day weekend.

May 15, 20231 hr 50 min

Title 42 comes to an end

Title 42 comes to an end. Former marine charged in New York subway chokehold death. Anderson Cooper addresses liberal outrage over CNN's Trump town hall. Michael J. Fox documentary. The weird questions people ask ChatGPT. Evil bunny rabbit terrorizes small town. Jury reaches verdict in McDonald's hot chicken nugget trial.

May 12, 20231 hr 50 min

Media furious after CNN hosts Trump town hall

Media furious after CNN hosts Trump town hall. What the end of Title 42 means short-term vs long-term. 8-year-old survives 2 days lost in the wilderness. George Santos vows to fight charges. "Here Comes The Sun" becomes first Beatles song to reach one billion streams on Spotify. Hackers hitting hospitals.

May 11, 20231 hr 50 min

No agreement in debt ceiling talks

No agreement in debt ceiling talks. Authorities expecting crush of humanity at border. George Santos indicted on 13 counts. Tucker Carlson to return on Twitter. Woke Wednesday. Woman flying to Jacksonville ends up in Jamaica without a passport after last-minute gate change. Mother of 6-year-old who shot teacher speaking out. Pest control technician caught on video urinating in customer's living room.

May 10, 20231 hr 50 min

Broken border disaster to get worse on Friday

Broken border disaster to get worse on Friday. Biden and McCarthy meet on debt ceiling as possible default approaches. What's worrying kids these days? 7 days into the writers strike and nobody cares. Elephant bites woman's arm. Reparations gaining steam in California. Weather Channel most trusted media outlet according to new YouGov poll. Florida dad knocks out disabled umpire at son's baseball game.

May 09, 20231 hr 50 min

8 people killed in shooting at Texas shopping mall

8 people killed in shooting at Texas shopping mall. Preparing for a border crisis as Title 42 comes to an end. Biden not polling well. Zach Abraham, Bulwark Capital Management, talks latest financial news. Protests on NY subway over death of Jordan Neely. Tiger Woods' ex-girlfriend files lawsuit. The coronation of King Charles III. Rise of AI companions.

May 08, 20231 hr 49 min

Is there confidence in the economy?

Is there confidence in the economy? The coronation of King Charles III. The Menendez brothers claim new 'Menudo' evidence exposes father's abuse. Wagner group chief says his forces are dying as Russia’s military leaders ‘sit like fat cats’. Protests planned in NYC as DA considers charges in subway chokehold death of Jordan Neely. Jury finds Ed Sheeran didn't copy Marvin Gaye classic. Movies opening this weekend. U.S. Navy deployed ‘drag queen influencer’ to boost youth recruitment. Cinco De Mayo...

May 05, 20231 hr 50 min

Crush of migrants expected as Title 42 to end

Crush of migrants expected as Title 42 to end. Russia claims Ukraine tried to assassinate Putin in Kremlin drone attack. Latest job numbers. Retailers in San Francisco closing due to high crime. Washington is running out of workdays to strike a debt ceiling deal. Star Wars Day. Breakthough could lead to a cure for blindness. Jamie Foxx posts on social media for the first time since being hospitalized.

May 04, 20231 hr 50 min

Biden to send 1,500 troops to southern border ahead of expected migrant surge

Biden to send 1,500 troops to southern border ahead of expected migrant surge. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame releases 2023 inductees. Bud Light sales continue to plummet after transgender marketing controversy. Woke Wednesday. Hollywood writers list their demands before striking. Americans fault the media for dividing the nation. Several people arrested after Texas man accused of killing 5 neighbors is captured.

May 03, 20231 hr 50 min

Millions of Americans could suffer if debt showdown isn’t solved in the next 30 days

Millions of Americans could suffer if debt showdown isn’t solved in the next 30 days. Lori Lightfoot pleads with Gov. Abbott to stop sending migrants to Chicago. 200 officers are in a manhunt for the Texas suspect accused of killing 5 of his neighbors. Google's 'godfather of AI' quits to spread word about dangers of AI. Michael J. Fox says living with Parkinson’s ‘getting tougher’. Hollywood writers go on strike after contract negotiations fail. Met Gala highlights.

May 02, 20231 hr 50 min
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