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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

U.S. Seizes Second Tanker Carrying Iranian Oil

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/04/23

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.

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109:57

Trump Extends Ceasefire, Offering Time for Tehran to...

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/04/23

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.

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109:55

VA to Vote on Re-Districting Referendum

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/04/21

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.

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109:55

Trump Says Iran Deal to Be Signed 'Today' in Islamabad

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/04/20

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.

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109:57

Artemis II Astronauts Hold Post Mission Press Conference

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/04/18

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.

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109:57

Pope Says ‘World Is Being Ravaged by a Handful of...

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/04/16

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.

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109:57

Iran Pushes War Narrative on Social Media with...

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/04/16

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.

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109:56

Trump Explains His Reason for Posting Much-Criticized...

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/04/15

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.

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110:00

Rory McIlroy Wins Masters, First to Repeat Since...

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/04/14

Rory McIlroy wins Masters, first to repeat since Tiger Woods. Midterm Mondays w/ Jim Kennedy. Artemis II returns safely to earth. Trump posts image of himself as Jesus after attacking Pope Leo. Trucking fleets shed old identities in scheme to evade federal enforcement. Eric Swalwell ends bid for California governor after sexual misconduct allegations.

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109:58

Artemis II to Splashdown this Evening

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/04/11

Artemis II to splashdown this evening. Pakistan in spotlight as US, Iran set for direct talks to end conflict. Friday Sound Salad. Jim Kennedy, Kennedy Institute for Public Policy Research, breaks down the week's top headlines. Scientists research the blood of a Wisconsin man bitten by snakes hundreds of times. The price of attending Cochella.

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110:00

Trump Warns Strikes Will Resume if Iran Doesn't Agree...

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/04/10

Trump warns strikes will resume if Iran doesn't agree to his peace terms. LA residents outraged as Olympic presale tickets soar to exorbitant prices. Anthropic says newest AI model is too powerful to release to public. Artemis prepares for Friday splashdown. World Cup news.

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109:58

Artemis II Swings Back Around After Completing...

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/04/09

Trump, Iran agree to two-week ceasefire, plan to open Strait of Hormuz. Artemis II swings back around after completing record-setting moon flyby. Zach Abraham, Bulwark Capital, talks about the effect of the cease fire on oil prices. One-Hit Wonder Wednesday.

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109:53

Michigan Wins NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/04/08

Michigan wins NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament. Artemis II takes crew the farthest from Earth. Mike Lyons, military analyst, talks about Trump and Iran. Wireless Festival cancelled after Kanye West blocked from coming to UK. Trump threatens ‘whole civilization’ of Iran ‘will die tonight,’ drastically escalating war. CBS will hand Colbert’s late-night time slot to ‘Comics Unleashed with Byron Allen’.

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109:57

Iran Rejects Temporary Ceasefire as Trump Sets...

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/04/07

Iran rejects temporary ceasefire as Trump sets deadline for reopening Strait of Hormuz. US rescues service member in Iran as strikes continue. Midterm Monday w/ Jim Kennedy. Politics and religion.

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109:59

Iran Claims Photos Show Downed US Fighter Jet

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/04/04

Iran claims photos show downed US fighter jet. Trump requests record-breaking budget of $1.5 trillion for Pentagon. Artemis II on its way to the moon. Trump fires US attorney general Pam Bondi. Zach Abraham, Bulwark Capital, talks about oil price fluctuations. Jim Kennedy, Kennedy Institute of Public Policy Research, breaks down this week's headlines.

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109:48

Artemis II Launches into Space

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/04/03

Artemis II launches into space. Pam Bondi fired as attorney general. Trump attends SCOTUS birthright citizenship hearing. Trump gives address on Iran war. Former congressman claims he was briefed on secret human/alien hybrid breeding programs.

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109:57

Trump Says Iran's President Asked for Ceasefire, But...

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/04/02

Trump says Iran's president asked for ceasefire, but U.S. wants Hormuz Strait open first. Trump to address the nation about the Iran war. Supreme Court hears arguments in birthright citizenship case. Artemis II launching tonight for a trip around the moon. Zach Abraham, Bulwark Capital, discusses market trends. History of April Fools Day. One-Hit Wonder Wednesday.

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110:08

Lindsey Graham Seen Holding Disney Bubble Wand During...

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/04/01

Lindsey Graham seen holding Disney bubble wand during theme park visit amid shutdown. The Iran war is triggering a global fertilizer shortage that could impact food prices everywhere. NASA begins the countdown for humanity’s first launch to the moon in 53 years. Disney adults. Mike Lyons, military analyst, talks the latest on the Iran war. Gas now averaging $4.00/gallon.

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109:58

NASA to Launch Artemis II Crew on Flight Around the...

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/03/31

NASA to launch Artemis II crew on flight around the moon this week. Trump threatens to 'obliterate' Iran's energy facilities if deal not reached 'shortly'. Supreme Court prepares to review Trump executive order on birthright citizenship. Midterm Mondays with Jim Kennedy.

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109:59

Trump Extends Deadline for Iran to Open Strait of...

The Chad Benson Show ·

2026/03/27

Trump extends deadline for Iran to open strait of Hormuz by 10 days. Friday Sound Salad. Jury finds Meta and YouTube negligent in landmark lawsuit on social media safety. Organized religion being weaponized. Jim Kennedy breaks down the headlines of the week. Trump receives inaugural 'America First award' from Republican Party. Transgender women athletes banned from female events at Olympics by IOC.

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