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/
Rising Auto Loan Delinquencies Reflect the K-Shaped Economy
Rising auto loan delinquencies reflect the K-shaped economy. U.S. and Israel are planning for a possible post-midterm attack on Iran. Meta ordered to pay $25 billion penalty in New Mexico Cambridge Analytica case. Critical security flaw puts most websites at risk as NSA issues warning. Chad's Scary Movie Countdown. Ramaswamy doubles down on ad featuring rival's mother. NFLPA calls for 'full investigation' into medical care provided to Eagles' Hurts. Zach Abraham, Bulwark Capital, talks about Tesla and SpaceX.
Criticism Grows Over Ramaswamy Attack Ad Featuring Amy Acton's Mother
Criticism grows over Ramaswamy attack ad featuring Amy Acton's mother. The history of negative political ads. Chad's Scary Movie Countdown. One-Hit Wonder Wednesday. Christina Applegate says she was misdiagnosed with MS and is now 'back at square one'. The case for a Third party. AI-generated political ads are showing up on TV screens, experts say they are getting harder to spot.
Federal Prosecutors Accuse 28 Green Card Holders of Illegally Registering or Voting
2 weeks until midterm elections. Federal prosecutors accuse 28 green card holders of illegally registering or voting. Mike Lyons, military analyst, talks about Trump siding with Putin to defeat Ukraine. Chad's Scary Movie Countdown. Unrest in France. Black MAGA creator claims she was thrown out of Ken Paxton rally.
15 Days Until Midterm Voting
15 days until midterm voting. Mob informant may have helped O.J. Simpson at murder scene. France moves to impose curfews as it reels from worst violence in years. Midterm Monday's w/ Jim Kennedy. Chad's Scary Movie Countdown. Amelia Earhart expedition crew finds 'no conclusive evidence' during search for plane wreckage. Chad plays voicemails from his listeners. Georgia amusement park reopens as scheduled after roller coaster death. Florida officials capture and kill alligator after fatal attack.
3 Children, 1 Teacher Killed in Shooting at Elementary School in Oregon
3 children, 1 teacher killed in shooting at elementary school in Oregon. Talarico out-fundraising Paxton in Texas. US considering using ‘mother of all bombs’ against Iran. Friday Sound Salad. Jim Kennedy talks about the top stories of the week. Chad Scary Movie Countdown. Wheel of Surprise. Chad's NFL picks.
James Talarico Holds Town Hall in Texas
James Talerico holds Town Hall in Texas. Latest midterm polling numbers. Paul Limon, Fatty Acid Studio, talks about the advancement of AI. Chad's Scary Movie Countdown. Trump rallying for candidates in AZ and MT. Diesel prices spike again. Kelly Clarkson's feud with Brooklyn store escalates as owner says she 'put us in danger' and raises bird's price to $15m.
Katie Zacharia's Debut Shows the Pitfalls and Possibilities of White House Press Secretary's Role
Katie Zacharia's debut shows the pitfalls and possibilities of White House press secretary's role. One-Hit Wonder Wednesday. Chad's Scary Movie Countdown. Inflation still on the rise. Horse-drawn carriages in New York City expected to be outlawed. Trump's ambassador to Greece, Kimberly Guilfoyle, resigns after allegations of improper conduct. US threatens to suspend intel sharing, weapons purchases if Ukraine continues Russia energy strikes. Witness recounts moments before fatal Six Flags ride accident.
Immigration Agents Search Congresswoman Ilhan Omar's Home
Immigration agents search congresswoman Ilhan Omar's home. Witnesses describe horrifying moment when man was killed on the Six Flags Goliath roller coaster. Trans-Siberian Orchestra's 30th Anniversary tour. Chad's voicemails. Mike Lyons, military analyst, talks about the possibility of livestreaming the execution of Nidal Hasan. Chad's Scary Movie Countdown. Crew searching for Amelia Earhart plane lands at remote island infested with carnivorous crabs. Oil prices spike after Houthi attacks on Saudi airports.
22 Days Until Midterm Elections
22 Days until midterm elections. Thousands of Florida households without power after Hurricane Isaias. Midterm Monday's /w Jim Kennedy. Trump faces growing backlash over plans to import diesel from Russia. James Talarico resurfaces after extended absence as his campaign pushes back. Man killed by tiger in England after entering enclosure at wildlife park. Christa Pike discharged from the hospital and back in prison. The history of Christopher Columbus.
Should the Fort Hood Execution Be Livestreamed?
Should the Fort Hood Execution Be Livestreamed? Bronx ICE Shooting. Hurricane Isaias. Zach Abraham of Bulwark Capital Management. Finally Friday Sounds. Jim Kennedy Talks Execution Debate, Debt, and Trump. Midterm Rumors and Kimberly Guilfoyle’s Donor Controversy. Chad Scary Movie Countdown
Chad's Scary Movie Countdown
Chad scary movie countdown. Texas execution. Midterm update. Terror attack stopped in MN. San Jose tells food pantry it must shut down.
Christa Pike Conscious and Speaking After Botched Execution
Christa Pike conscious and speaking after botched execution. Russian lab worker's suspected plague death leaves experts puzzled. Halloween candy prices up 32%. Chad Scary Movie Countdown. One-Hit Wonder Wednesday. Betting on the Second Coming.
Russia Says Worker at Anti-Plague Institute Died from Pneumonia of Undetermined Origin
Russia reports a worker at a Siberian plague institute got pneumonia from an unknown cause and died. Mike Lyons, military analyst gives the latest updates from the middle east wars. Jim Bakker dead at 86. Chad's horror movie countdown. Cornell protesters demand university president resign over handling of alleged frat-house gang rape. Trump allows cheaper, dyed diesel on highways to blunt historic fuel cost spike ahead of midterms. Southern California real estate agent accused of acting as Chinese spy.
Siberian Flu
Siberian flu. Midterm Monday w/ Jim Kennedy. NFL scores. Tennessee Correction commissioner to resign days after botched execution of Christa Pike. Expedition to South Pacific could solve Amelia Earhart mystery. Taco Bell marathon. Flock cameras still causing an uproar. Trump stumping for GOP midterm candidates. Yemen announces military action against Iran-backed Houthis.
Christa Pike Is in Critical Condition After Failed Execution in Tennessee
Christa Pike is in critical condition after failed execution in Tennessee. Friday Sound Salad. Jim Kennedy breaks down the top stories of the week. Chad's NFL picks. New job numbers report.
Trump Stumping for Ken Paxton in Texas
Trump stumping for Ken Paxton in Texas. Zach Abraham talks about the latest market trends. Tennessee governor halts executions after Christa Gail Pike survives lethal injection attempt. Texas battleground election. 33 days until the big midterm elections. Hypersomnia.
Israel-Bound Plane Pilot Stabbed by Co-Pilot, Causing Jet to Plunge 18K Feet
Israel-bound plane pilot stabbed by co-pilot, causing jet to plunge 18K feet. Trump gathers with AI leaders and floats ‘self-regulation’ as the way to deal with the technology’s dangers. Ex-Trump prosecutor Smith forcefully defends investigations as Republicans assail his team's tactics. One-Hit Wonder Wednesday. Toddler takes loaded gun to Michigan daycare.
Latest Midterm Polling
Latest midterm polling. Senate passes Protect College Sports Act with decisive vote. Mike Lyons, military analyst, talks about the latest news from the middle east wars. Chelsea handed fine but avoids points deduction for making 'undisclosed payments' of $62M. GoFundMe for Texas man who went viral hauling bags for wife’s cancer bills is removed over ‘factual’ issues. Guys and dating. Lindsay Clancy returns to court for hearing to help determine whether she will be retried. Tennessee to execute first woman in over 200 years. Donald Trump losing the youth vote.
Taxpayer-Funded Trump Ads Draw Bipartisan Scrutiny Ahead of Midterms
Taxpayer-funded Trump ads draw bipartisan scrutiny ahead of midterms. 5 men arrested over suspected attack at a U.S.-run air force base are British nationals. Powerful nor’easter lashes East Coast with rain, flooding and wind. Midterm Monday's w/ Jim Kennedy. NFL scores. Two giant pandas arrive in Atlanta from China after Xi-Trump summit. Kansas Livestock Association warns ICE raids are hurting beef industry. Granny with 24k followers streaming Fortnite. Bill Gates warns artificial intelligence 'powerful enough' to cause 'a billion deaths' if unchecked.
Trump's State Dinner for Xi Features a Long List of Tech Titans
Trump's state dinner for Xi features a long list of tech titans. Latest midterm polls. Friday Sound Salad. Jim Kennedy talks about the top stories of the week. Chad's NFL picks. Heating oil up 80%. Chad's Wheel of Surprise. Dolly Parton Day. Texas now putting Flock cameras on trash trucks.
Trump, Xi Expected to Talk Taiwan, AI, Trade and Iran as DC Summit Kicks Off
Trump, Xi expected to talk Taiwan, AI, trade and Iran as DC summit kicks off. Judge orders White House to restore access for CNN, MS NOW and Politico. Zach Abraham, Bulwark Capital Management, talks about the economy. Dolly Parton's family fighting over her estate. Idaho officials solved a cold case that may have a connection to the infamous 1982 ‘Tylenol murders’. ‘Many’ pilots, flight attendants are furries, Tommy Tuberville claims. New documentary on Elizabeth Holmes.
Republicans Distancing Themselves from Trump
Republicans distancing themselves from Trump. Reality vs. Rhetoric. Media takes Trump to court over revoked WH access. China’s Xi kicks off state visit to Washington on Wednesday with a rare planeside welcome from Trump. Six Flags' X2 roller coaster left riders with brain injuries, lawsuits allege. One-Hit wonder Wednesday. Gas averaging $4.92/gallon. The dangers of Kratom.
Trump Blocks MS NOW, CNN and Politico from White House Over 'Fake News'
Trump blocks MS NOW, CNN and Politico from White House over 'fake news'. Paramount/Warner Bros. merger. Flock camera debate continues. Short Kings. The new words added to the dictionary. Trump to speak at the UN.
Controversial Converse Ad
Controversial Converse ad. Trump says his D.C. arch will serve as 'military complex' with snipers and drones. Midterm Monday's w/ Jim Kennedy. Data centers and water usage.
Finally Friday Sounds
Finally Friday sounds. Jim Kennedy breaks down the week's top stories. Chad's Wheel of Surprise. Saudi cancels some oil cargoes after pipeline hit, top buyer chasing alternatives. Chad's NFL picks.
Truckers Feeling the Pain of High Diesel Prices
Truckers feeling the pain of high diesel prices. Trump has been making more stock trades than all of Congress combined. 'Fat Bear Week' to return with internet voting on Alaska's chunkiest ursine ahead of hibernation. Zach Abraham, Bulwark Capital Management, talks about the economy.
Heating Oil Prices Up 30%
GOP leaders throw cold water on AI regulation despite apocalyptic industry warnings. Heating oil prices up 30%. One-Hit Wonder Wednesday. High diesel prices keeping food prices high. Artists leaving Ed Sheeran tour in support of Macklemore.
GOP Leaders Throw Cold Water on AI Regulation Despite Apocalyptic Industry Warnings
GOP leaders throw cold water on AI regulation despite apocalyptic industry warnings. A spreading war threatens Trump and MBS. McConnell returns to the Senate for the first time since his June hospitalization. Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding celebration was partially funded by Russian oligarch, the couple confirms. Mike Lyons, military analyst, gives a Middle East update. Gas prices remain high. Macklemore is dropped from Ed Sheeran's tour over pro-Palestinian comments onstage.
Saudi Arabia Shutters Major Oil Pipeline Struck by Drones from Iraq
Saudi Arabia shutters major oil pipeline struck by drones from Iraq. Midterm Monday's w/Jim Kennedy. NFL weekend recap. Trump downplays the need to check AI development. Changes to SNAP benefits. Controversial Sydney Sweeny ad. Emmy nominees.
25th Anniversary of the 9/11 Terrorist Attacks on DC and NYC
25th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks on DC and NYC. NFL plays first game in Australia. Jim Kennedy talks about the week's top stories. Friday sound salad. Chad's NFL picks. Diesel prices at an all time high. Wheel of Surprise.
Donald Trump Promises $5,000 Payouts If Republicans Win Midterms
Donald Trump promises $5,000 payouts if Republicans win midterms. NFL season starts. Apple’s long-rumored foldable becomes reality with the $2,000 iPhone Duo. Anthropic researcher quits, says AI 'could kill us all by the end of the decade'. Zach Abraham, Bulwark Capital Management, talks about the new Apple iPhone and high oil prices.
NFL Season Starts Tonight
NFL season stats tonight. US strikes five Iranian oil tankers. Oil hits $100 a barrel for first time since July after US and Houthi strikes. Lindsay Clancy jurors on holdout juror: 'He was very arrogant'. One-Hit Wonder Wednesday. Mom found guilty of abuse for letting 5-year-old walk outside alone. An Anthropic engineer resigns due to fear of AI.
GOP Holding Midterm Convention in Dallas
GOP holding mid term convention in Dallas. 5 people killed, 5 injured after Amazon cargo plane overruns runway at MIA. Jim Kennedy discusses midterm races. Canada's 20% tariffs on US goods like milk, steel and golf clubs take effect. Mike Lyons, military analyst, talks the latest from the Middle East. Gas prices still not coming down. Trump proposal would pay some parents to stay home with children.
Gun Control and Immigration
Gun control and immigration. Mark Davis, Marine Vet, remembers his experience on 9/11. Tensions run high in Lindsay Clancy trial amid drama over holdout juror. US military completes latest strikes against Iran, while Trump vows more for Tehran's retaliation. Trump asks Supreme Court to lift block on USPS plan to restrict mail voting.
Gloria Steinem, Fierce Feminist Trailblazer, Dies Age 92
Gloria Steinem, fierce feminist trailblazer, dies age 92. Labor Day travel. Jim Kennedy talks about the week's top stories. Zach Abraham, Bulwark Capital, talks the Middle East and the bond market. Pete Hegseth and the Iran war. NBA docks Clippers 5 first-round picks, levies $30 million fine after Kawhi Leonard probe. NFL season starts.
Tehran Targets U.S. Allies in Gulf After U.S. Launched ‘Large and Powerful’ Strikes on Iran
Tehran targets U.S. allies in Gulf after U.S. launched ‘large and powerful’ strikes on Iran. Jury in Lindsay Clancy trial is deadlocked, will continue deliberations. One-Hit Wonder Wednesday. Georgia police officer put on leave after family’s pet donkey killed during search. AI cams on trash trucks look for code violations. Bessent vows to 'asphyxiate' Iranian regime.
What's Happening in the Stock Market?
What's happening in the stock market? Guilty verdict in Tupac Shakur's 1996 murder as jury convicts Duane Davis of orchestrating shooting. Mike Lyons, military analyst, gives the latest update on the Middle East. Lindsay Clancy jury enters fourth day of deliberations in murder trial. 2 dead, 1 missing after deadly Grand Canyon flash flood. The fight over data centers. Woman randomly stabs 2 people in New York City’s Times Square, killing 1, then is killed by police.
A U.S. Strike on Iran Breaks a Month-Long Lull, and Iran Fires Back
A U.S. strike on Iran breaks a month-long lull, and Iran fires back. Trump just brokered a deal with the country sitting atop the world’s largest oil reserves. At least 1 dead, more than a dozen missing at Grand Canyon after extreme flash flooding. Midterm Monday's w/ Jim Kennedy.
Trump Signs Order Renaming Lake Ontario as Lake America, Escalating Canada Feud
Trump signs order renaming Lake Ontario as Lake America, escalating Canada feud. Friday Sound Salad. Jim Kennedy breaks down the top stories of the week. Jury deliberating in trial of Lindsay Clancy, US woman accused of killing her children. Nepal flood rescue efforts intensify as death toll rises, with more than 1,000 people still missing. 6 months of the Iran war. The risk of AI
After Meta’s Landmark Settlement with State AGs, Legal Headaches Remain
After Meta’s landmark settlement with state AGs, legal headaches remain. Kim Kommando talks about who owns the data from Flock cameras. People from more than 30 countries are missing after the flash floods in Nepal and China. Tim Curry, 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' actor, dead at 80. FDA approves landmark pancreatic cancer drug that's shown to improve survival. Zach Abraham, Bulwark Capital, talks market trends.