The Morning Brew with Chris Bennett

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Ever wonder what really goes on at a small-town morning radio show? The Morning Brew with Chris Bennett and Best Friends is your daily dose of real callers, big laughs, and unforgettable characters straight from QCountry 925 in Show Low, Arizona.

  1. 7H AGO

    Spoiled Kittens, Holiday Boundaries & One Last Hallmark Verdict

    Send us a text Christmas week wraps up with laughter, heart, and just enough chaos to feel like home on The Morning Brew with Chris Bennett & Best Friends. We kick things off with a call from Jan the Weather Man (aka Jan from Heber), who wishes everyone a Merry Christmas while proudly admitting he’s spoiling his kittens with gourmet cat food — gravy, fish cubes, and all. From there, Andrea joins us for the final Hallmark Christmas review of the season, breaking down a festive mini-series set in London that turns twelve dates into twelve lessons about love, growth, and letting go. Then it’s time for Am I the Jerk Court with Jineane Ford. Today’s case dives into a very real holiday dilemma: vegetarian hosts, a Christmas turkey, a broken microwave, and the question of whether values or hospitality should win. The verdict sparks thoughtful conversation about respect, boundaries, and choosing people over principles during the holidays. We round out the show with meaningful song requests — including a patriotic dedication from Tony in Snowflake and a classic closer from Show Low’s own Dave Ramsey — honoring service members, family, and the spirit of the season. Warm, funny, and full of perspective, this episode feels like a cup of coffee shared with friends on a cold Christmas morning. If you enjoyed the show, follow the podcast, share it with someone who could use a smile, and leave a quick review.  🎄 And be honest — would the turkey get oven space at your house?

    11 min

  2. 1D AGO

    Something Good Tuesday: Giving Machines, Secret Santas & a Foal Named Christmas

    Send us a text Good news takes center stage on this Talk About Something Good Tuesday edition of The Morning Brew with Chris Bennett & Best Friends. We start the show checking in with Jineane Ford from our sister station Majik 101.7 — joined by her granddaughter Addie — for a firsthand look at the Light the World Giving Machine in Snowflake. From peanut butter and jelly to clean water and clothing, Addie shows us how powerful (and simple) generosity can be when kids get involved. The Giving Machine is open 24/7 through January 1 and turns everyday giving into something unforgettable. From there, we share stories that restore faith in humanity. A Secret Santa in Idaho quietly changes lives by stepping in at exactly the right moment — helping families facing medical emergencies, accidents, and loss. It’s the kind of kindness that reminds us why this season matters. We keep the holiday spirit rolling with a Hallmark Christmas Movie Review from Andrea, this time breaking down Sugarplummed, before Virgil the Cowboy from Eagar calls in with some ranch-side good news: a brand-new foal named Christmas. Kirk Nurmi also checks in with a heartfelt holiday message for anyone struggling this time of year. To wrap things up, Show Low’s Dave Ramsey joins us for a special Boo or Cool: Christmas Movie Marathon Edition on National Christmas Movie Marathon Day, followed by a Country News Minute featuring Lainey Wilson’s ninth No. 1 (and her dad’s favorite song), Blake Shelton sharing ranch life with Gwen Stefani, and Riley Green stepping into acting. It’s an episode filled with generosity, laughter, music, and reminders that good news is everywhere — if you’re willing to look for it. If this episode lifted your spirits, share it with a friend, subscribe to the podcast, and tell us: what’s one small way you’re spreading good this week?

    14 min

  3. 2D AGO

    Motivational Monday: Sold-Out Comedy, Hot Gifts & Redneck Christmas Surprises

    Send us a text Motivational Monday lands right in the middle of Christmas week, and this episode delivers laughs, heart, and just enough chaos to feel exactly right. We kick things off by checking in with Jineane Ford from our sister stations Majik 101.7 and iTalk 106.7, recapping the weekend — including Chris’s sold-out comedy show at Rocky’s Cocktail Lounge and the karaoke chaos that followed. From there, it’s time to get inspired as we share motivational quotes that actually stick, letting Jineane pick the one that sets the tone for the week. Next up, we play Hot Gift or Not Hot Gift, running through last-minute Christmas gift ideas — separating thoughtful wins from well-intentioned disasters. If you’re still shopping, this segment might save you. Andrea then joins us for another Hallmark Christmas Movie Review, breaking down A Suite Holiday Romance, a cozy hotel-set holiday story filled with flashbacks, love stories, and plenty of hot cocoa vibes. Then everyone’s favorite redneck, Paul from Beaumont, calls in and steals the show by revealing he surprised his wife with a brand-new car for Christmas after she refused to say what she wanted. From there, we find out if we’re smarter than a redneck before wrapping things up with a call from Brian from Pinedale. Motivation, gift ideas, holiday movies, surprise cars, and plenty of laughs — this episode is the perfect soundtrack for Christmas week. If you enjoyed the show, follow the podcast, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review to help spread the cheer.

    15 min

  4. 5D AGO

    Country Climb with Rose Falcon: From Friday Night to Whiskey & Water

    Send us a text Not every holiday movie earns a spot on your watchlist — and we start this Friday episode by saving you two hours with a quick, honest Hallmark Christmas Movie Review of The Five-Year Christmas Party. Then we shift gears to something truly worth your time. This week’s Country Climb Star of the Week, sent our way by Austin Burke and the Playlisted Podcast, is the incredible Rose Falcon — a songwriter’s songwriter with a story as powerful as her lyrics. Rose takes us through her journey from a shy poet growing up around Nashville studios to becoming a chart-topping writer whose songs have found homes with some of country music’s biggest names. She shares unforgettable moments from her early life — singing at the dinner table for Jon Bon Jovi, signing a major-label deal at just 14, and learning firsthand that success doesn’t always come on the timeline you expect. We dig into the long, winding road of Friday Night, from an early work tape pitched to Lady A to its eventual climb to No. 1 with Eric Paslay — proof that sometimes your instincts are right, even when the wait is long. At the heart of the conversation is Rose’s haunting new single “Whiskey and Water.” Inspired by a chance human connection while snowed in at a Minnesota casino, Rose unpacks how a “semi-true” moment became a deeply honest song. Working alongside Hillary Lindsey and Dylan Altman, she chose restraint, emotion, and storytelling over trends — and it shows. Before wrapping up, Rose shares two more essential listens to round out her catalog: “Put Me Back Together” and “Mary Had a Little Lamb,” a Christ-centered holiday song from her duo Rod & Rose with husband Rodney Atkins. We also look ahead to her upcoming EP arriving this February. If you love country music that’s built on truth, craft, and stories that stay with you, this Country Climb is for you.  Follow the podcast, share this episode with a fellow lyric-lover, and leave a review telling us your favorite Rose Falcon line. And as always — huge thanks to Austin Burke and the Playlisted Podcast for sending another incredible artist our way.

    19 min

  5. 6D AGO

    Relationship Thursday: Comedy Tickets, Fire Safety & Holiday Giving

    Send us a text Relationship Advice Thursday brings cozy holiday vibes, real-life conversations, and a big dose of community heart. We kick things off with another Hallmark Christmas Movie Review from Andrea, breaking down The More the Merrier — a hospital-set holiday romance packed with babies, blizzards, and fast-moving love. Hot cocoa ratings included. Then it’s time for Relationship Advice Thursday, as listener Dusty calls in to serve as our advice expert. She helps tackle a situation involving phone-checking, trust, and boundaries — and scores two tickets to this Saturday’s stand-up comedy show at Rocky’s Cocktail Lounge in Show Low. (Only a handful of tickets remain at ChrisBennettComedy.com.) Next, JD Pepper from the Timber Mesa Fire Department joins us with important holiday safety tips, covering smoke alarms, space heaters, fireplaces, and simple steps that can help keep families safe this season. We wrap up with in-studio guests Kaylee and Ella from 3E Snacks, a local nonprofit that has previously been featured in the Giving Machine. While 3E Snacks is not part of this year’s machine, they stopped by to support and promote the Light the World Giving Machine, opening in Snowflake from December 18th through January 1st. They share why this experience is so impactful and highlight the local nonprofits featured this year — including food banks, senior services, and prevention programs — where 100% of every donation goes directly to the cause you choose. If you’re looking for holiday comfort, honest relationship talk, safety reminders, and meaningful ways to give back in the White Mountains, this episode delivers it all. If you enjoyed the show, follow the podcast, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review to help more people find the good.

    17 min

  6. DEC 17

    Am I the Jerk? Holiday Verdicts, Comedy Tickets & Giving That Matters

    Send us a text Holiday laughs meet real-life judgment calls on this special Am I the Jerk Court Wednesday edition of The Morning Brew with Chris Bennett & Best Friends. We kick things off with another Hallmark Christmas Movie Review from Andrea — this time breaking down Single on the 25th, which earns a respectable four cups of hot cocoa and sets the tone for a surprisingly thoughtful show. Then it’s time for Am I the Jerk Court, and the stakes are high. We give away two tickets to this Saturday’s stand-up comedy show at Rocky’s Cocktail Lounge to a listener willing to step in as judge and jury. From workplace boundaries to standing up for others without crossing a line, the verdicts spark real conversation — and plenty of laughs. Jan from Heber also calls in for another round of court, proving once again that honesty and humor can coexist. The heart of the show arrives with studio guests Rikki Johnson, Chad Brimhall, and Caski Brimhall, who share details about the return of the Light the World Giving Machine in Snowflake. We talk about how this unique experience lets you donate with total transparency — 100% of your gift goes directly to the cause you choose, from local food banks and senior centers to global initiatives that save lives and strengthen families. With ticket giveaways, community stories, ethical debates, and holiday cheer, this episode delivers laughs and meaning — exactly what this season calls for. If you enjoyed the show, follow the podcast, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review to help more people find the fun (and the good).

    17 min

  7. DEC 16

    Something Good Tuesday: Comedy Wins, Giving Machines & Sea Monkeys

    Send us a text Today’s Talk About Something Good Tuesday on The Morning Brew with Chris Bennett & Best Friends is packed with heart, laughs, and community impact from start to finish. We kick things off by giving away two tickets to Chris Bennett Comedy Presents Stand-Up Comedy at Rocky’s Cocktail Lounge this Saturday, December 20th. Lucky caller Cathryn wins by sharing her good news: her son in the military is being stationed closer to home — a moment that reminds us exactly why this segment exists. If you missed out, tickets are still available for $25 at ChrisBennettComedy.com. Next, Andrea delivers another Hallmark Christmas Movie Review, this time tackling The Snow Must Go On. Spoiler alert: this one earns a firm “skip it” recommendation, saving you some valuable holiday viewing time. We then check in with Jineane Ford from our sister stations Majik 101.7 and iTalk 106.7, joined by Vicki Solomon from Nexus Coalition for Drug Prevention. We talk about the incredible work they do locally and how you can support them through the Light the World Giving Machine in Snowflake, starting December 18th — where 100% of your donation goes directly to the charity. Chris also shares a feel-good story about dogs riding in backpacks (yes, really), before wrapping up the show with Boo or Cool for Stupid Toy Day with Show Low’s Dave Ramsey. Pet rocks? Boo. Sea monkeys? Still cool. Good news, giveaways, giving back, and just enough silliness — it’s a Tuesday worth sharing.

    14 min

  8. DEC 15

    Motivation Monday, Hallmark Feels & Comedy Tickets with Ryan McKee

    Send us a text We kick off this Monday Morning Brew by turning the volume down on the noise and dialing up the motivation. Chris connects with Jineane Ford for Motivational Monday, sharing quotes that actually stick — and letting Jineane pick the one that sets the tone for the week ahead. Then Andrea delivers another Hallmark Christmas Movie Review, this time diving into A Grand Ole Opry Christmas, a time-travel story packed with music, heart, and a few unexpected feels. Cozy, meaningful, and definitely Andrea approved. The laughs roll in when comedian Ryan McKee calls ahead of his headlining show this Saturday night at Rocky’s Cocktail Lounge. We talk travel, Christmas at his parents’ house, life with a Chihuahua, and gift ideas for anyone navigating a long-distance relationship. Ryan also gives us the details on the show — Saturday at 6:30 PM, 21+, tickets available now at Chrisbennettcomedy.com We wrap it all up by giving away two tickets to the show to Brian from Pinedale, proving once again that Mondays don’t have to be rough. Motivation, holiday vibes, comedy, and giveaways — it’s a perfect way to start the week with The Morning Brew.

    13 min
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Ever wonder what really goes on at a small-town morning radio show? The Morning Brew with Chris Bennett and Best Friends is your daily dose of real callers, big laughs, and unforgettable characters straight from QCountry 925 in Show Low, Arizona.

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