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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Today’s episode of The Morning Brew with Chris Bennett & Best Friends is one for the books — music, mayhem, and a surprise caller who brought more spice than eggnog.

We kick things off with our Country Climb Star of the Week, sent our way by Austin Burke’s Playlisted Podcast — the incredible Ryan Harmon. Ryan shares the story behind his new single “Making a Living,” we play the track, and listeners immediately start calling in with reactions… including one surprise request from Paul in Beaumont that sends us spinning into Ryan’s song “I Knew This Would Happen.”

Then Andrea gives us another Hallmark Christmas Movie Review, followed by Jan the Weather Man calling in for National Ding-A-Ling Day. Chris and Jan take the “Are YOU a Ding-A-Ling?” test with questions like:
• Have you ever walked into a room and forgotten why?
• Waved at someone who wasn’t waving at you?
• Lost your phone while holding it?
Spoiler: we’re absolutely ding-a-lings.

And just when we think the morning can’t get any wilder… we get a mystery caller who declares, “Your trivia is crap!” before hanging up. (Or did she say “legit”? You decide.)

Paul From Beaumont calls in next to praise Ryan Harmon and request more music. Jan calls back in as well to double down: Ryan is the real deal.

Packed with laughs, live reactions, country music storytelling, and one unforgettable caller, this episode is a perfect Friday mood-setter.

If you enjoyed today’s show, follow the podcast, leave a quick review, and send some love to our featured artist — Ryan Harmon. And big thanks to Austin Burke and the Playlisted Podcast for bringing another rising star to the Country Climb!

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Today’s episode kicks off with a studio crossover as we check in with Jineane Ford next door at Majik 101.7/ITalk 106.7. She’s got Jace Green in to talk about the Light the World Giving Machine coming to Snowflake, but before he heads into our studio, we detour into a far more urgent topic: the rules of regifting. (If you win it at the company Christmas party… can you really pass it along? We investigate.)

From there, it’s Relationship Advice Thursday, and we’ve got two experts on deck — Jineane and Jace — helping us break down listener dilemmas with equal parts wisdom and comic relief.

Once Jace joins us in the QCountry studio, we dive deeper into the Light the World Giving Machine (Dec 18–Jan 2): what it offers, who it helps, and why it’s one of the simplest ways to turn charity into tradition.

Then the phone lines light up:
• Virgil the Cowboy calls from Eagar with a birthday song request 🎶
• Kirk Nurmi phones in to celebrate Andrea’s now-legendary Hallmark nostril review
• So naturally… we call Andrea to update her on the chaos she’s created
• And we get a brand-new Hallmark Christmas movie review — blessedly, with zero giant nostrils today

We wrap the show by sending Jace off with gratitude and recapping how the Giving Machine can bring real impact to real families this Christmas.

If you love holiday laughs, relationship real talk, and stories that remind you what giving is all about, this episode’s packed end to end.

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Today’s episode of The Morning Brew with Chris Bennett & Best Friends delivers everything from holiday hilarity to heartfelt community spirit.

We kick things off with Andrea’s Hallmark Christmas Movie Review of The Christmas Cup, a film so charmingly awkward it becomes comedy gold. Right on cue, Jan the Weather Man calls in with perfect timing — adding extra laughs and a little meteorological mischief.

Then the mystery ends: Producer Ryan finally proves his girlfriend “Harvard Melissa” is real! She joins us on-air with a story full of grit, humor, and the kind of college-life chaos that makes their relationship instantly iconic.

Next up, it’s “Am I the Jerk?” Court with Judge Jineane Ford from Majik 101.7 and ITalk 106.7. Today’s case dives into girl code, dating exes, and whether honesty is hurtful or simply overdue. The verdict? You’ll want to hear this one.

We then shift to something that truly matters. Mike Nilson from the Holbrook Emergency Food Bank joins us to share the real needs families are facing this season — and how you can help through the Light the World Giving Machine coming to Snowflake. From water and citrus to meals for kids and holiday food boxes, 100% of your donation goes straight to the people who need it most.

Finally, Paul from Beaumont sneaks in with classic redneck wisdom before taking on Chris in another round of Are You Smarter Than a Redneck? — complete with Christmas trivia, workplace chaos, and tape-related stress.

If this episode made you laugh, think, or feel inspired to give back, share it with a friend and leave a quick review. Let’s spread some holiday joy — and real help — across the White Mountains.

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Today’s “Talk About Something Good Tuesday” is packed with holiday heart, feel-good stories, and a powerful reminder of how much good happens right here in the White Mountains.

We kick things off with another Hallmark Christmas Movie Review from Andrea — this time diving into An Alpine Holiday, a sweet sister-driven story that delivers tradition, romance, and just the right amount of cozy winter magic.

Then we check in with Jineane Ford from Majik 101.7 and ITalk 106.7 to swap uplifting headlines, including the kind that make you smile all day — from remarkable acts of kindness to everyday people doing extraordinary things.

Our studio guests, Faith Tremble and Bill Plants from the Silver Creek Senior Center Food Bank & Thrift Store, share the incredible work they do for seniors, families, and kids across our community. They also give us a preview of this year’s Light the World Giving Machine, arriving in Snowflake from December 18th through January 1st.
You’ll learn exactly what items you can “purchase” to help — from hot meals and fuel cards to food boxes and more — with 100% of donations going directly to those who need it most.

It’s an episode full of warmth, generosity, and genuine good news — the perfect way to start your Tuesday.

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