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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. For more information, visit radioamerica.com/chad-benson-show/

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Washington , DC

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Radio America

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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. For more information, visit radioamerica.com/chad-benson-show/

Language:

English

Contact:

844-344-2423


Episodes
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Trump to Allow 600,000 Chinese Students Entry to US for College as Trade Talks with China Press On

8/26/2025
Trump to allow 600,000 Chinese students entry to US for college as trade talks with China press on. Israeli strike on Gaza's Nasser Hospital kills at least 20 people, including 5 journalists. Mike Lyons, military analyst, talks Russia/Ukraine peace talks. Trump says he's removing Federal Reserve Gov. Lisa Cook, citing his administration’s allegations of mortgage fraud. Trump signs executive order directing DOJ to prosecute flag burning. Global mail carriers suspend U.S. deliveries amid confusion over new duties. 'Raise the Colors' campaign divides Britain amid immigration protests.

Duration:01:50:03

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President Trump Considers Deploying National Guard to Other Democratic-Led Cities

8/25/2025
President Trump considers deploying National Guard to other Democratic-led cities. Kilmar Abrego Garcia reports to ICE detention center in Baltimore. Florida ordered to undo Alligator Alcatraz due to environmental risks. Some National Guard troops are now armed in Washington, DC.

Duration:01:49:59

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Erik Menendez Denied Parole After Yearslong Fight for Release

8/22/2025
Erik Menendez denied parole after yearslong fight for release. California now to decide on redistricting. Friday Sound Salad. Chad's Wheel of Surprise. Over 100K Americans rush to join Trump's massive ICE hiring spree nationwide. John Bolton's home raided by federal agents. Gen Z cell phone addiction. Jim Kennedy of the Kennedy institute for Public Policy Research.

Duration:01:50:00

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Texas House Passes GOP Redistricting Plan After Weeks-Long Standoff

8/21/2025
Texas House passes GOP redistricting plan after weeks-long standoff. Hurricane Erin unleashing dangerous surf, rip currents along 2,000 miles of East Coast. Bed Bath and Beyond says 'no' to California, pulls zero punches outlining economic 'reality'. Russia says talks on Ukraine security guarantees must include Moscow. The Menendez brothers will have parole hearings this week after decades in prison. Cracker Barrel’s controversial rebrand won’t be stopped.

Duration:01:50:00

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Hurricane Erin Threat Prompts Evacuations in North Carolina

8/20/2025
Hurricane Erin threat prompts evacuations in North Carolina. Trump floats air support for Ukraine as part of security guarantees. Oklahoma rolls out a test for teacher applicants from California and New York. Trump escalates attacks against Smithsonian museums, says there’s too much focus on ‘how bad slavery was’.

Duration:01:49:59

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Texas Democrats Return to State as GOP Presses on with Redistricting

8/19/2025
Texas Democrats return to state as GOP presses on with redistricting. Hurricane Erin forces evacuations on North Carolina's Outer Banks but expected to stay offshore. Mike Lyons, military analyst, talks about the meeting between Trump and Putin. Trump vows to end ‘corrupt’ mail-in ballot system, voting machines. Newsmax settles Dominion election defamation case for $67m.

Duration:01:50:00

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Mixed Reactions to Trump/Putin Summit

8/18/2025
Mixed reactions to Trump/Putin summit. Air Canada suspends restart plans after union defies return to work order. Ex FBI Director James Comey makes bizarre confession about Taylor Swift and President Trump in rambling video. Weekend movie box office numbers. Ukraine won’t give up land that Russia doesn’t already occupy, Zelensky says after Putin’s demand. Gen Z rediscovering manual transmission vehicles. Texas Democrats return to the state, ending two-week standoff over redistricting.

Duration:01:49:59

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Donald Trump Departs for Alaska to Meet Vladimir Putin to Discuss War in Ukraine

8/15/2025
Donald Trump departs for Alaska to meet Vladimir Putin to discuss war in Ukraine. Friday Sound Salad. Chad's Wheel of Surprise. Man accused of throwing Subway sandwich at federal officer charged with felony assault. Zach Abraham of Bulwark Capital Management. Jim Kennedy from the Kennedy Institute for Public Policy Research.

Duration:01:49:56

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Democrats Who Fled Texas to Block the GOP's Redistricting Effort Plot Their Exit Strategy

8/14/2025
Democrats who fled Texas to block the GOP's redistricting effort plot their exit strategy. Trump says his administration looking at reclassifying marijuana. Trump names Stallone and Kiss for Kennedy Center Honors and says he'll host the awards show. Texas redistricting fight. Tropical Storm Erin expected to become a major hurricane. The rise of Democratic Socialism. Consumer Price Index.

Duration:01:49:57

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Conflicting DC Crime Statistics

8/13/2025
Conflicting DC crime statistics. One-Hit Wonder Wednesday. Documents released on Uvalde massacre show police chief did not follow training on active shooters. Suspect in shooting at North Austin Target had extensive criminal history. The cost of rushing a sorority.

Duration:01:50:01

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Trump Announces Federal Takeover of DC Police and Mobilization of National Guard

8/12/2025
Trump announces federal takeover of DC police and mobilization of National Guard. Trump says he'll know if Putin wants peace deal with Ukraine soon into their Alaska meeting. Vance calls out Democrats over Epstein files, reignites push for transparency. Mike Lyons, military analyst, talks about the upcoming summit with Trump and Putin over Ukraine. Suspect arrested after shooting at Texas Target kills at least three people.

Duration:01:49:59

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Putin and Trump Will Meet in Alaska to Discuss Ending Russia's War Against Ukraine

8/12/2025
Putin and Trump will meet in Alaska to discuss ending Russia's war against Ukraine. Coding and AI. MLB welcomes its first female umpire. Trump considers deploying National Guard troops to DC to fight crime. AOL will stop offering dial-up internet service after more than 30 years in business.

Duration:01:49:56

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Trump Presents Data with Economist Stephen Moore, Days After BLS Chief Fired

8/8/2025
Trump presents data with economist Stephen Moore, days after BLS chief fired. Texas Democrats face deadline to return or face GOP expulsion lawsuit. Israel’s security cabinet approves a plan to take over Gaza City. Trump threatens to have the Federal government take over DC. Zach Abraham, Bulwark Capital, talks the economy. Jim Kennedy of the Kennedy Institute for Public Policy Research talks about Texas redistricting.

Duration:01:49:59

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South Park Continues to Mock the Trump Administration

8/7/2025
South Park continues to mock the Trump administration. United Airlines sees massive delays with hundreds of U.S. flights grounded by technical issue. Trump to meet with Putin. Israel weighing its options in Gaza. Texas Republicans vote to arrest Democrats stalling redistricting vote.

Duration:01:50:01

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Coast Guard Says Titan Submersible Deaths Were Preventable and Faults Company's CEO

8/6/2025
Texas House issues arrest warrants for Democrats who left state to block congressional redistricting. Coast Guard says Titan submersible deaths were preventable and faults company's CEO. 80th anniversary of US atomic bombing of Hiroshima. One-Hit Wonder Wednesday. Americans feeling inflation at the grocery store. Mamdani polls higher than all NYC mayoral candidates combined in new poll. Denmark zoo asks people to donate unwanted pets to feed predators and imitate ‘natural food chain’.

Duration:01:49:59

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Texas House Issues Arrest Warrants for Democrats Who Left State to Block Congressional Redistricting

8/5/2025
Texas House issues arrest warrants for Democrats who left state to block congressional redistricting. The costs of Trump's tariffs are starting to add up for Americans. NASA to put nuclear reactor on the Moon by 2030. The Mamdani effect: how his primary win is inspiring young progressives to run for office. TSA to add dedicated family lane at security checkpoints.

Duration:01:49:51

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President Trump Continues His Claims that Job Numbers Were Manipulated

8/4/2025
President Trump continues his claims that job numbers were manipulated. Democrats flee Texas to block Republican redistricting map backed by Trump. What jobs will AI replace? Tariffs making the price of consumer goods rise. Sydney Sweeney’s Republican voter registration revealed amid jeans ad controversy.

Duration:01:50:03

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Trump Unleashes Sweeping New Tariffs in a Blow to Global Trade

8/1/2025
Trump unleashes sweeping new tariffs in a blow to global trade. Jobs not threatened by AI. Chad's Wheel of Surprise. How Trump's poll numbers on immigration have shifted as he has enacted his agenda. NTSB to wrap up final day of public hearings into deadly midair crash near DCA. Kerr County, Texas, lead emergency management official says he was asleep during deadly flooding. Jim Kennedy, Kennedy Institue for Public Policy Research, talks about Texas redistricting.

Duration:01:49:57

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Delta Flight Diverted to Minneapolis After Severe Turbulence, leaving 25 People on Board Hospitalized

7/31/2025
Delta flight diverted to Minneapolis after severe turbulence, leaving 25 people on board hospitalized. Kamala Harris will not run for California governor, opening door for 2028 presidential run. American's support for Benjamin Netanyahu sinking. Diddy requests overturn of conviction or new trial after 'discriminatory' use of law. Trump reaches tariff deal with South Korea. American Eagle stirs up controversy in Sydney Sweeney ad campaign. Adult summer camp.

Duration:01:50:01

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Tsunami Waves Hit Hawaii, California After Russia Earthquake

7/30/2025
Tsunami waves hit Hawaii, California after Russia earthquake. Record-breaking heat wave scorches Southeast US. Pressure on Trump grows as Greene joins MAGA voices criticizing Israel on Gaza. One-Hit Wonder Wednesday. The Fed unlikely to cut rates. Stores now using surge pricing. Gentle parenting no longer popular. Texas redistricting.

Duration:01:49:59