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The Chad Benson Show

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/

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109:56

Is Trump Looking to Put Boots on the Ground in Iran?

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/07/24

Is Trump looking to put boots on the ground in Iran? Friday Sound Salad. Jim Kennedy breaks down the week's top stories. Zach Abraham, Bulwark Capital, talks oil prices. Trump expands a voluntary pledge to protect consumers from high utility bills from AI data centers. Abuse of FLOCK camera information. Comi-con preview. FDA panel recommends loosening regulations for some peptides amid surge in interest.

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109:58

Oil Tops $98 a Barrel After Houthi Attacks on Saudi...

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/07/24

Oil tops $98 a barrel after Houthi attacks on Saudi ships in Red Sea. Post-World Cup news. Tracking the largest cyclosporiasis outbreak in the US. Fatal police shooting of man officials say was armed with knife prompts protests. Nashville Zoo hails Metro Council data center vote.

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109:59

The Pentagon, Sinking Billions into Iran War, Quickly...

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/07/23

The Pentagon, sinking billions into Iran war, is quickly running short on cash. Trump approves nuclear agreement that may allow Saudi Arabia to enrich uranium. Oil rises to over $95 a barrel. Iran war remains massively unpopular with Americans. NJ and election fraud. One-Hit Wonder Wednesday.

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109:58

Tanker Attacked in Strait of Hormuz as US Strikes...

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/07/22

Tanker attacked in Strait of Hormuz as US strikes Iran for tenth consecutive night. The FDA made a big reversal in its cyclosporiasis probe, but it still thinks iceberg lettuce is to blame. Mike Lyons, military analyst, talks about China, Ukraine and Iran. American still list cost of living as their number one concern. Chinese "micro" dramas.

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110:02

4 US Soldiers Killed in the Middle East

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/07/21

4 US soldiers killed in the Middle East. Spain beats Argentina to win the World Cup. Tate brothers arrested. Midterm Monday's w/ Jim Kennedy.

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109:57

Trump Gives Address on Election Security

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/07/18

Trump gives an address on election security. Jim Kennedy, Kennedy Institute for Public Policy Research, breaks down this week's top story. Friday Sound Salad. World Cup update.

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109:59

US Strikes on Iran Strengthen Trump's Options for New...

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/07/17

US strikes on Iran strengthen Trump's options for new escalation. Health officials urge caution as cyclosporiasis cases rise. World Cup update. Trump to allege Chinese meddling in U.S. elections in primetime speech.

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109:57

U.S. Launches Fresh Wave of Strikes on Iran

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/07/16

U.S. launches fresh wave of strikes on Iran. One-Hit Wonder Wednesday. World Cup update. Tanmaxxing. Trump will speak on elections in primetime address. Mike Johnson warns of socialist, communist, ‘barbarians in the gate,’ during GOP briefing.

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109:57

Trump Turns to Blockade — and Tolls — as U.S. and...

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/07/15

Trump turns to blockade — and tolls — as U.S. and Iran battle over the Strait of Hormuz. World Cup update. Military analyst Mike Lyons talks about the US and Iran. Colombian national killed by ICE agent during operation in Maine.

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109:59

Sen. Lindsey Graham Dies at 71 After ‘Brief and...

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/07/14

Sen. Lindsey Graham dies at 71 after ‘brief and sudden illness’. Midterm Mondays w/ Jim Kennedy. Some Texas Taco Bell locations remove fresh toppings amid parasite outbreak investigation. Brilyn Hollyhand, author of Make America Talk Again. Traffic through Strait of Hormuz plummets after US and Iran trade strikes. World Cup update.

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110:04

Mitch McConnell's Health Absence a Mystery with US...

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/07/11

Mitch McConnell's health absence a mystery with US Senate poised to return. World Cup update. Friday Sound Salad. Jim Kennedy breaks down the week's top headlines. US launches no new strikes on Iran. Preliminary hearing for the man accused of murdering Charlie Kirk. Cannabis Moms.

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110:02

U.S., Iran Trade Dozens More Strikes in Dangerous Cycle

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/07/10

U.S., Iran trade dozens more strikes in dangerous cycle. World Cup update. Graham Platner ends U.S. Senate campaign in Maine. "Freedom Fuel" gas stations, many with gas at $3.47 a gallon, opening up around Philadelphia area. Bonnie Tyler, singer of 'Total Eclipse of the Heart,' dies at 75. Questions swirl over McConnell's hospitalization. Republicans ask WNBA to protect Caitlin Clark from possible ‘racially motivated’ attacks.

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109:56

US Hits More than 80 Iran Targets, Reimposes Oil...

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/07/09

US hits more than 80 Iran targets, reimposes oil sanctions. World Cup update. More Democrats call for Platner to drop Maine Senate bid after sexual assault accusation. One-Hit Wonder Wednesday. Questions swirl over top US Republican McConnell's hospital stay. Neil the seal could face devastating end after causing havoc and 'respecting nothing'.

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110:02

Mike Lyons, Military Analyst, Give the Latest News...

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/07/08

Mike Lyons, military analyst, give the latest news from the Russian/Ukraine war. AI actors. US knocked out of World Cup in a 4-1 loss to Belgium. Maine Democratic candidate for Senate Graham Platner weighs political future after rape accusation. Charlie Kirk’s widow faces his accused killer in court for the first time as prosecutors start presenting evidence. The controversy over FLOCK cameras.

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110:00

Trump Intervention Causes World Cup Storm as FIFA...

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/07/07

Trump intervention causes World Cup storm as FIFA clears US striker Balogun to face Belgium. Midterm Monday w/ Jim Kennedy. Weekend movie box office numbers. 'Supergirl' flop raises questions about superhero fatigue and sexism in Hollywood. CDC investigates parasite that’s caused cases of ‘explosive’ diarrhea in 18 US states.

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110:01

US Advances in World Cup

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/07/03

US advances in the World Cup. Jim Kennedy breaks down the week's top stories. 4th of July spending. Climber couple arrested after scaling Empire State Building antenna for apparent marriage proposal. Trump made $1.4bn from crypto last year, finances reveal.

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109:57

Trump’s Financial Disclosures Reveal Windfall for the...

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/07/01

Trump’s financial disclosures reveal windfall for the president. Trump responds to reports he's considering resuming all-out war with Iran amid denuclearization talks. One-Hit Wonder Wednesday. World Cup update. Hottest temperatures in over a decade threatened in parts of eastern US as dangerous heat dome expands and intensifies. USA takes on Bosnia and Herzegovina in World Cup Round of 32. A Lexington pastor is defending a graphic Vacation Bible School skit that went viral over the weekend,

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109:59

Military Analyst Mike Lyons Talks the Latest from Iran

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/07/01

Mike Lyons, military analyst, talks about the latest from Iran. Mexican Batman. SCOTUS decisions. World Cup update. Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship, rejecting Trump’s proposed limits. Families hold out hope for survivors five days after Venezuela earthquakes.

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109:58

Great American State Fair begins in Washington D.C.

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/06/30

Great American State Fair begins in Washington D.C. Midterm Monday w/ Jim Kennedy. July 4th travel. World Cup update. Heat wave grips Europe, reigniting debate over AC. Trump says US and Iran to hold fresh talks after strikes strain ceasefire.

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110:00

Number of People Killed in Venezuela Earthquakes More...

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/06/26

Number of people killed in Venezuela earthquakes more than doubles to 589, with almost 3,000 injured. YouTube the largest streaming site. Iran attacks cargo ship. Zach Abraham, Bulwark Capital, talks the Middle East and oil prices. Jim Kennedy breaks down the top headlines of the week. World Cup update.

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