Chad Benson stands out in the world of talk radio with his unique blend of entertainment, information, and irreverent humor. Not sounding like a typical talk radio host, Benson offers a refreshing sound that gives listeners the hard news and opinion that they need in a thoughtful, entertaining way.
Audacy Dallas’ Newsradio 1080 KRLD (KRLD-AM) has added The Chad Benson Show to its midday lineup. We know our listeners trust KRLD for news updates, and now more than ever, where you get your information matters.
According to Audacy News & Talk Format Vice President and KRLD Brand Manager Drew Anderssen, “We’re excited to bring Chad and his wildly popular show to KRLD and deliver trusted news and insights to our listeners.”
Chad Benson commented, “I’m so excited to be a part of KRLD, a legendary station with a long history in DFW and North Texas.”
A Career Built on Entertainment and Information
Chad Benson brings over two decades of experience in the entertainment industry to KRLD. At 44, Chad is part of a New Generation of talk hosts that is able to connect with talk’s existing demo while bringing new and younger listeners into the format. Chad is an accomplished talk show host boasting over 22 years experience in the entertainment industry.
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His career began in the 1990s at Audacy’s K-Earth (KRTH) in Los Angeles, where he served as the Executive Producer of the Robert W. Morgan Show. Chad has also honed his skills as a voice artist for several Hollywood productions and has been the voice of several cartoon characters.
Using this creativity from the music side of the business, Chad honed his talk skills at Talk Radio UK as one of the first commercial talk hosts to take on the mighty BBC, boasting over a quarter million listeners per week. Chad has also been featured on Los Angeles radio stations such as KZLA-FM and KNCI-FM and KWOD-FM in Sacramento and hosted programs in Palm Springs at K-NEWS-FM and in San Antonio at KTSA-AM.
According to Greg Martin, Operations Manager / Program Director, Alpha Media San Antonio, “Chad Benson is not the usual talk host. His entertaining style, and passion for talk radio, helped develop him into a great talent. He’s not afraid to go places the average talk host will not tread. Very unique!”
Early Years and Influences
In his early years, fresh out of school, Chad left everything he knew at home in Southern California to play professional soccer in Europe and was talented enough to be signed onto the rosters of several teams including the Bristol Rovers, the Fallkirk Scotland and the Portsmouth Football Club.
Chad’s sense of showmanship and entertainment, developed from years in music radio, has had a huge influence on him as a talk host, which is where his true passion lies.
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Chad has a son named Jack, who has changed his world.
Chad Benson's Political Commentary
Chad Benson's show covers a wide range of topics, blending news with his unique take on current events. Here's a glimpse into some of the issues he's recently addressed:
- Government Shutdown and its Impact
- International Relations and Military Involvement
- Economic Issues and Social Programs
- Sports and Entertainment Controversies
Here are some topics from Chad Benson's show in November 2025:
- Dems Sweep in Mid-Term Elections
- Former US Vice-President Dick Cheney Dies Aged 84
- Still No End in Sight for Ending the Government Shutdown
- SNAP Benefits to Expire Today as Government Enters 30th Day of Shutdown
- Trump calls for Republicans to scrap the Senate filibuster and end the shutdown
- Hurricane Melissa Makes Second Landfall in Cuba After Blasting Through Jamaica
- Trump's Pressure on Venezuela Raises Spectre of Coup or Invasion
Here are some topics from Chad Benson's show in October 2025:
- Government Shutdown Enters its 27th Day
- 34 Charged in NBA, Poker Gambling Cases Include Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier
- Hurricane Melissa is set to hit Jamaica as its strongest storm since records began
- Turkey to discipline referees after uncovering mass betting scandal.
The following table summarizes some of the key themes and topics frequently discussed on Chad Benson's show:
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| Category | Topics |
|---|---|
| Politics | Government shutdowns, elections, international relations, Trump's policies |
| Economics | SNAP benefits, trade talks, inflation, market trends |
| Social Issues | Healthcare, childcare, AI chatbots, supermarket self-checkouts |
| Sports | NBA gambling cases, World Series, referee scandals |
| World Events | Hurricanes, military actions, international incidents |
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