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A weekend of giving turned into a week of momentum. We kick off today with Jineane Ford from our sister stations Majik 101.7 and iTalk 106.7 as we recap the White Mountain Helping Hands Festival of Trees—a packed, energetic event supporting local first responders and White Mountain charities. From the generosity in the room to a certain battery-powered Christmas jacket lighting up the night, it was a weekend full of heart.

We roll right into the theme of gratitude with some Thanksgiving-ready motivational quotes customized for this season, plus simple ways you can turn gratitude into action—whether that’s supporting local nonprofits, attending community events, or helping a neighbor feel seen and supported.

That spirit continues as Show Low Mayor John Leech Jr. calls in to share the incredible results of the Annual Fast of Compassion—raising over $40,000 in less than a week to help feed families in the White Mountains this holiday season. He also previews the Festival of Lights Parade coming December 6th and the tree lighting that officially kicks off Christmas in Show Low.

Then it’s time for our resident Hallmark critic: Andrea delivers another Christmas movie review, this time for Christmas Above the Clouds, a Dickens-inspired story with holiday charm… and a few missed opportunities.

We wrap the show with comedian Ryan McKee, who’s headlining in Show Low on December 20th at Rocky’s Cocktail Lounge. He shares Thanksgiving plans, new material he’s been working on, and why he’s excited to bring a fresh hour of comedy back to the White Mountains. Early-bird tickets are $5 off this week at ChrisBennettComedy.com.

It’s community, gratitude, humor, and holiday spirit—all woven into one show.
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Love can sound like a melody you’ve known your whole life—and today you get to hear it grow up on the air. We sit down with Nathan and Emily Shoemaker, a duo whose story runs from high school hallways to late-night songwriting sessions at the kitchen table, and celebrate the first radio spin of their single Aged Wine. From the first chord on a vintage Epiphone Texan to the line that stops time—“my dream was you”—they walk us through how a shared life becomes a shared song, and how discipline, grandparents, and guarded yeses keep a creative dream moving with three kids in the mix.

We dig into the craft: where hooks come from, how co-writing as a couple actually works, and why playing songwriter rounds in 2020 gave them the courage to plant a flag as The Shoemakers. There’s a clear roadmap for what’s next too, including the long-awaited American Dream, recorded one track at a time to fit real life. If you love country storytelling rooted in family, faith, and persistence, this conversation delivers the details behind the harmony.

Along the way, we keep the energy high with a spirited CMAs check-in, a playful Christmas Hallmark movie review from Chris's Wife, and a World Television Day trivia showdown that may or may not crown a redneck genius. Then we turn to service with Amber and Josh Beeler and the Light the World Giving Machine in Show Low: a hands-on way to donate essentials like water, bedding, sports physicals, and holiday meals to local, state, and global charities—with 100% of your money going straight to the item you choose. It’s music, community, and giving season all woven together.

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It’s a stormy start to the week on The Morning Brew with Chris Bennett and Best Friends! 🌧️

We kick off with a Fire Marshal Minute from JD Pepper of Timber Mesa Fire Department — talking real cold-weather safety: checking smoke alarms, swapping batteries, and why creosote in your chimney can turn cozy fires into costly disasters. 🔥

Then Chris catches up with his lifelong buddy Ryan McKee, who just had his first fight with his 21-year-old roommate — and shares a surprising twist about his new long-distance relationship. Turns out, space is a love language. ❤️

Next, Andrea joins in for a Hallmark movie review of “Merry Christmas, Ted Cooper”, a feel-good flick with five hot cocoas of charm. ☕

Finally, the White Mountain Coalition Against Homelessness shares how their tiny home village is transforming lives — and how you can give through the Giving Machine to make a real difference this season. 🎁

👉 Listen, laugh, and be inspired to give local and live better — only on The Morning Brew!

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We kick things off with my wife’s official Hallmark Christmas Movie Review, breaking down Christmas On Duty — from the snowstorm setup to the slow-burn romance, the three-cup-cocoa score, and yes… even the suspiciously well-placed brand mentions.

Then the cozy holiday vibe crashes straight into Am I the Jerk Court, where Paul from Beaumont helps judge a case involving two roommates, a high-end litter box, and one allegedly smelly cat. A $50 “pet smell fee”? A retaliatory “cat-cuddling charge”? We sort out the ethics, the evidence, and the nonsense.

From there, it’s Are You Smarter Than a Redneck? — International Men’s Day Edition — where we find out who’s more “manly”: Paul or your very own host. (Spoiler: Yeah… it’s Paul. By a mile.)

We roll into a lightning-fast Country News Minute with the Country Thunder 2026 lineup, Lainey Wilson’s big CMA night, and Brooks & Dunn nostalgia.

But then the phones light up — because Brian from Pinedale calls in to give me grief for losing my man card. Naturally, that means a bonus Man Trivia showdown, where Brian absolutely proves he’s manlier than Chris. To save face, Chris gets one last chance with a special World Toilet Day trivia round — complete with flushing facts, potty slang, and some surprising bathroom science.

If you’re into holiday movies, country news, listener chaos, trivia battles, or watching a fully grown man repeatedly lose his man card, this episode is your jam.

Hit play, subscribe, and tell us: Smell fee or no way? And who’s really the manliest in the White Mountains?

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It’s a full house on today’s Morning Brew with Chris Bennett & Best Friends—and we’re serving up community joy, comedy, friendly chaos, and good news from across the White Mountains.

We start by checking in with Jineane Ford on our sister stations Majik 101.7 and iTalk 106.7, where she shares some wonderful news: she’s fully healed and back on her feet after her horse injury. From there, Chris recaps his performance as Robin Williams in the “Dead Comedians” show—voices, energy, and all.

Then we spotlight the generosity happening right here at home with updates on the Annual Fast of Compassion and the Light the World Giving Machine. Organizer Sydette Berges joins us live to break down everything you need to know about the Giving Machine that officially opened today in Show Low, plus details on tonight’s 5:30pm launch celebration. From chickens to bedding to sports physicals for local kids, every donation makes a real impact.

Paul from Beaumont calls in with another hilarious and inspiring weight-loss update thanks to his “fat shot,” and things get competitive fast when he faces off against Sydette in Are You Smarter Than a Redneck? After we say goodbye to Sydette, Kirk Nurmi jumps in to stir the pot—questioning whether the Giving Machine has an option to keep Paul off the radio. (Spoiler: Chris says absolutely not, and he definitely sees what Kirk is doing!)

It’s everything you expect from the Morning Brew: heart, humor, hometown pride, and a whole lot of fun.

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We’re back in the saddle — and what a ride it was! This Monday's show is packed with laughter, live calls, and a reminder that small acts of kindness can make a big impact.

We kick things off catching up with our friend David Whitmore from the Show Low Elks Lodge, celebrating a comedy night that raised $723 for the Timber Mesa Fire Auxiliary and the volunteers who keep our community safe. Plus, the Elks are collecting Thanksgiving boxes filled with turkeys, sides, and smiles — and we’ve got the details on how you can help feed local families this week.

Then we turn up the fun with Brian from Pinedale playing a round of Table Topics, some “Are You Smarter Than a Redneck?” trivia with Paul From Beaumont, and even a Little Mermaid trivia.

Chris's Wife Andrea joins in for a cozy Hallmark movie review — “A Royal Montana Christmas” — earning four steaming mugs of cocoa and zero clichés. It’s the perfect wrap to a show that’s part comedy, part heart, and all community.

💬 Motivational Monday Quote: “Tough times never last, but tough people do.”

❤️ Local Love: Drop off non-perishables at Shwo Low Elks Lodge 805 East Whipple between 2–6 PM to help fill Thanksgiving boxes.

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What happens after the scroll that shouldn’t have happened? We sit with a listener’s gut-punch moment—finding old texts where her boyfriend admits he still isn’t over his ex—and chart a smarter way forward that doesn’t torch trust or self-respect. Instead of racing into a confrontation built on a privacy breach, we talk about slowing the timeline, watching for patterns, and letting people be who they are. If he’s truly present, the daily signals will show it; if he’s not, stepping back becomes the cleanest answer.

From there, we lighten the mood with the brilliant Sari Beliak, a stand-up comic whose silly-smart style has the “birthday cake with rainbow sprinkles” energy we all need. We unpack the surprisingly delicate art of flirty nicknames in a situationship—what’s playful versus premature, why terms like buttercup or hun keep it breezy, and how a well-timed “Big Daddy” can be either a fun bit or a clarity test. Then we play a Halloween edition of Would You Rather that doubles as relationship wisdom: choose the noise you can dance to, not the whisper that wears you down.

You’ll walk away with grounded relationship advice on boundaries, timing, and communication, plus a dose of humor to keep your heart soft when choices get hard. If you’ve snooped, here’s how to reset. If you’re flirting with labels, here’s how to keep it light without losing your voice. And if you’re craving a night of laughs, we’ve got show details that will make your weekend plans easy. Listen, share with a friend who needs a nudge toward clarity, and subscribe for more candid advice and comic relief.

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It’s Halloween week on The Morning Brew with Chris Bennett & Best Friends! 🎃
Chris may be out of the studio, but the fun is fully in session with a special Am I the Jerk Court edition packed with laughs, love, and a little chaos.

We kick things off with Jineane Ford, weighing in on whether it’s cute or cringe for adults to go trick-or-treating — and what it really says about relationships, compromise, and fun.

Then, comedian Tony B from our upcoming Best of Phoenix Stand-Up Comedy Showcase (this Saturday, Nov 1st at 6:30 PM at the Show Low Elks Lodge 🎤) joins the courtroom for a hilarious case of “Freeloader or Just Confused Guest?”

Finally, Crickette Gill, another comic from the show, helps us tackle the spookiest relationship question of all — the “loyalty test” gone wrong. 👻

It’s laughter, truth, and local love — with a dash of Halloween spirit and a sprinkle of judgment.
🎧 Listen now and join the fun: because in Am I the Jerk Court, nobody leaves without a verdict!

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