The Morning Brew with Chris Bennett

Send us Fan Mail It’s fall in the White Mountains, and the Morning Brew studio is packed with hometown energy! We were thrilled to welcome some of our favorite best friends from the City of Show Low — Myles Erdmann   and Jacob Enfield from Show Low TV and Kevin Johnson from the City’s Parks & Recreation Department — for a fun, laughter-filled morning that proves small-town life is anything but...

Send us Fan Mail Rain taps the studio windows and the lines light up—gratitude for soaked forests, a playful dare to face what scares us, and a cowboy on the line with a memory that still rides shotgun. We open with a quick-fire “Would You Rather” that turns fear into a laugh you can hold, then pivot to Virgil’s quiet tribute: driving his late friend’s truck and asking for George Strait to fill th...

Send us Fan Mail It’s Motivational Monday on The Morning Brew with Chris Bennett and Best Friends —where we find the funny side of failure and the strength in second chances. We kick off with heartfelt updates from Jineane Ford, celebrating progress, perseverance, and what it means to keep showing up after life knocks you down. We honor Firefighter Glenn Collins and share how to support his family...

Send us Fan Mail A rain-soaked morning, a family pet fiasco, and a country artist who turned grit into momentum—this one moves. We open with Jan the Weatherman’s take on Tropical Storm Priscilla and a straight-shot reminder to slow down on slick roads. Then the phones heat up: Daniel from Taylor grabs comedy tickets and drops a clear-headed verdict on a touchy case—should you pay cash when a sitte...

Send us Fan Mail Today’s show hit every note—heartfelt, hilarious, and homegrown. We start with a moment of remembrance for Timber Mesa  Firefighter Glenn Collins , honoring his service and sharing details on the upcoming vigil and procession so the community can line the streets in support. As Tropical Storm Priscilla moves in, we break down what you need to know to stay safe through the rain and...

Send us Fan Mail Some mornings are just all over the map—in the best way. One minute we’re talking about a country artist stirring headlines with a new protest song, the next we’re tracking Tropical Storm Priscilla and scouting a pop-up haunt night before the rain hits. It’s sharp takes, local updates, and a court case so perfectly petty you’ll send it to your group chat before the verdict drops....

Send us Fan Mail Holiday magic hits different when it’s local, generous, and a little bit competitive—in the best way. We open with two powerful good news stories: a first-generation college grad who celebrates by giving her mom the master bedroom after years of hardship, and a rescue dog named Rico who turns out to be a hero tracker, reuniting lost pets (and even a capybara) with their families....

Send us Fan Mail When a small town hurts, it doesn’t go quiet—it comes together. We begin today’s Morning Brew with a heartfelt tribute to Firefighter EMT Glenn Collins , the Timber Mesa first responder tragically lost in a Friday collision. We share details for those wanting to honor him and reflect on the strength that keeps this community standing tall. From there, the show turns toward hope an...

Send us Fan Mail A shy songwriter from Blue Ridge, Georgia finds her voice in Nashville—and hears it on the radio for the very first time. We welcome Laurel Sabadosh for a candid, electric conversation about the long climb from private demos to a premiere spin of “Who’s Counting,” the unexpected tears that came with it, and the brand-new single “Leave,” a key chapter from her upcoming EP, Behind C...

Send us Fan Mail A Halloween comedy challenge kicks us off as we debate how to channel the right version of a legend—early Mork-and-Mindy chaos or later, sharper Robin Williams—and why tiny choices like a shaved beard, a loud shirt, or updated references can make or break an impression. That craft talk flows into a brutally honest look at patterns in relationships: a “dream” boyfriend who flakes o...

Send us Fan Mail The path you didn’t plan might be the one that delivers everything you wanted. We kick off with a two-year look-back at filming Small Town Famous at the Pinedale Community Center—why hitting record in a “small” place turned into a big turning point, how retiring old material opened the door for fresh writing, and the simple truth that your dreams can be waiting in a zip code you n...

Send us Fan Mail A rescued bird standing for the first time. A research chart showing a 28% drop in dementia risk. A small-town stage where friends turned a dream into tape and tape turned into a career. That’s the arc we follow as we lean into real good news, hard-won purpose, and the power of community to change a life. We start with an uplifting story from Ohio correctional facilities partnerin...

Send us Fan Mail Rain on the streets, bagpipes in the air, and a town that shows up anyway—that’s how we start a Monday built on heart and follow‑through. We honor Timber Mesa firefighters Brennan Kulikowski and Damon Thompson with details on how to support their families, then widen the lens to the flooding in Globe and the passing of President Russell M. Nelson, whose century of service touched...

Send us Fan Mail The Morning Brew began today with a heartfelt reminder of the funeral processions for Timber Mesa Firefighters Brenna Kulikowski and Damon Thompson . Friday, Sept 26 – 10 AM: Service for Brenna at Show Low High School (procession starts 9:45 AM) Saturday, Sept 27 – 10 AM: Service for Damon at the same location (procession starts 9:45 AM) The community is invited to line the route...

Send us Fan Mail The White Mountains community faces a weekend of both remembrance and celebration as we prepare to honor our fallen heroes while embracing the traditions that bring us together.  This morning's show spotlighted the processions planned for Friday and Saturday mornings to honor firefighters Brenna and Damon, with community members encouraged to line the streets from Owens Livin...

Send us Fan Mail Hearts are heavy across the White Mountain community as we gather to honor two brave souls who made the ultimate sacrifice. Brenna Kulikowski, 31, and Damon Thompson, 21, both Timber Mesa firefighters, lost their lives in the line of duty, leaving behind grieving families, colleagues, and a community in shock. The Morning Brew welcomed representatives from the White Mountain Firef...

Send us Fan Mail Fall has officially arrived at the Morning Brew, and we're celebrating with a special autumn-themed episode packed with heartwarming stories, country music updates, and the return of fan-favorite characters. The changing seasons set the perfect backdrop for our fall edition of "This or That" where we discover preferences for apple crisp over pumpkin pie, caramel app...

Send us Fan Mail We begin today with a heartfelt check-in from Jineane Ford of Majik 101.7 & iTalk 106.7. Jineane recaps the memorial service for Charlie Kirk held Sunday at State Farm Stadium and shares details on how the White Mountain community can honor our fallen Timber Mesa firefighters this Friday and Saturday, including the full procession route for those wishing to pay their respects....

Send us Fan Mail Today’s Morning Brew was packed with music, laughs, and a touch of small-town heart. 🎶 Country Climb Artist of the Week – July Moon Nashville’s harmony-rich trio joined us to share their journey, their new single “What a Woman Should Be,” and a few hilarious personal stories (including an unexpected teenage-crush confession!). ☠️ Talk Like a Pirate Day Fun Listeners went all-in w...

Send us Fan Mail Hearts are heavy across the White Mountains as we prepare to welcome home our fallen heroes. Two Timber Mesa firefighters will be escorted from Flagstaff this afternoon, expected to arrive in Show Low between 4:30 and 5:00 PM. The best places to gather and pay your respects is along the Deuce of Clubs between HWY 77 and White Mountain Rd. Amid community grief, we had relationship...

Send us Fan Mail Radio magic happens when genuine connection meets community support, and today's Morning Brew delivered both in spades. The phone lines lit up as listeners competed for D-backs tickets and comedy show passes through Chris's signature games. Samuel, our first caller, faced the ultimate choice in "Would You Rather" – throw the first pitch at a D-backs game or enj...

Send us Fan Mail Tragedy and resilience intertwine in this poignant episode of The Morning Brew, as hosts Chris Bennett and Janine Ford begin by honoring two fallen Timber Mesa firefighters. Brenna Kulikowski (31) and Damon Thompson (21) lost their lives in a devastating collision on State Route 260, along with the occupant of another vehicle. The community's powerful response—lining streets...

Send us Fan Mail The hearts of our community grow heavy as we share news of the tragic loss of two Timber Mesa firefighters in the line of duty. In moments like these, we're reminded of the fragility of life and the courage of those who serve our communities daily. Shifting to uplift spirits, we explore timeless wisdom with our Monday motivation segment, where Benjamin Franklin's words &...

Send us Fan Mail The raw emotion of national tragedy meets the everyday search for connection in this powerful episode of The Morning Brew . Chris and Jineane Ford open the show with heartfelt reflections on the devastating assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University , a shocking act of political violence that weighed heavily on this September 11th broadcast. Thei...

Send us Fan Mail What makes a restaurant last for a decade in a small mountain town? According to Chris Corbin of The House Restaurant, it starts with putting community first and business second. Today, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Chris Corbin and Shanine from The House Restaurant as they prepare to celebrate their remarkable 10-year anniversary in Show Low. Their story isn't just...