DALLAS, TX – June 17, 2024 – Audacy has announced a Dallas-Fort Worth version of “The Chad Benson Show” will now be heard on Newsradio 1080 KRLD (KRLD-AM) weekdays from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. CT, effective immediately. Benson’s show will deliver news, insights and information relevant to DFW listeners and nationwide via the Audacy app.

“We know our listeners trust KRLD for news updates, and now more than ever, where you get your information matters,” said Drew Anderssen, News & Talk Format Vice President, Audacy, & Brand Manager, NewsRadio 1080 KRLD and Texas State Networks. “We’re excited to bring Chad and his wildly popular show to KRLD and deliver trusted news and insights to our listeners. His conversational, informative and funny takes on issues will be a refreshing addition to our weekday programming.”

“I’m so excited to be a part of KRLD, a legendary station with a long history in DFW and North Texas,” said Benson. “I look forward to connecting with listeners about the biggest issues we’re facing today.”

Benson is an accomplished talk show host with over 25 years of experience in the entertainment industry. He started in music radio in the 1990s at Audacy’s K-Earth (KRTH-FM) in Los Angeles as the Executive Producer of the “Robert W. Morgan Show.” He has also been the voice of several cartoon characters over the years, including Hanna Barbera’s Droopy the Dog.

Listeners can tune in to Newsradio 1080 KRLD (KRLD-AM) in Dallas on-air and nationwide on the Audacy app and website. Fans can also connect with the station via X, Facebook and Instagram.