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Friday the 13th brings good luck to Morning Brew listeners as host Chris Bennett delivers a lively show packed with laughs, community updates, and Father's Day festivities. Birthday boy Jan the Weatherman shares an unexpected surprise - his rescued cat recently gave birth to seven kittens, creating an instant feline family!

Dave Ramsey joins for a hilarious Father's Day edition of "Boo or Cool," definitively settling which gifts dads actually want. Traditional neckties receive unanimous thumbs down, while practical items like drink-holding fanny packs earn enthusiastic approval. The segment reflects what research confirms - most fathers genuinely prefer quality time with loved ones over material gifts.

The White Mountains calendar overflows with weekend activities including Show Low Days, Flag Day celebrations, and commemorations for the U.S. Army's 250th birthday. Fundraisers for Pet Allies and 4-H programs showcase the community's generous spirit, while global Father's Day traditions from Germany's beer wagon processions to Mexico's 21K races provide fascinating cultural context.

Becky from Tipsy Hippie Grill and Lewis from Show Low Auto Body promote Saturday's dance competition featuring six categories and prizes worth over $1000 from local businesses. The family-friendly event welcomes dancers of all skill levels - even those with "two left feet" as Paul from Beaumont confesses during the "Are You Smarter Than a Redneck?" trivia segment. Paul may have won the dance terminology challenge, but he shares a touching reflection on fatherhood that resonates beyond any trivia victory.

Whether you're attending community events, participating in the dance-off, or simply spending quality time with family this Father's Day weekend, the Morning Brew reminds us what matters most: connecting with the fathers and father figures who shape our lives. Give dad a call - it means more than any tie ever could!

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The Morning Brew with Chris Bennett serves up another delicious blend of White Mountain community news, special guests, and hometown humor in this fast-paced episode celebrating both local events and national observances.

The show opens with a heartwarming tribute to Women's Veterans Day as Virgil the Cowboy calls in from Eager, Arizona to highlight the four Army veterans working on his team. This touching moment of recognition transitions seamlessly into a playful game called "Jerky or Just Quirky" in honor of National Beef Jerky Day, where listeners learn that while bringing your own hot sauce to restaurants might just be quirky, invading someone's personal space in line is definitely jerky behavior.

The spotlight turns to upcoming community events when Show Low Mayor John Leach Jr. stops by the studio to promote Show Low Days, happening Friday and Saturday at Frontier Park. This Chamber of Commerce fundraiser promises something for everyone - live music from bands like AZ Winehouse and Stone Country, dance performances, a pie-eating contest, and a free kid's zone - all for just $5 admission. Mayor Leach's enthusiasm for the White Mountains summer festival season is contagious as he emphasizes there's never "nothing to do" in the area.

Things take a superhero turn when Paul from Beaumont, Texas joins the mayor for a Superman trivia challenge in honor of Superman Day. The friendly competition reveals unexpected comic knowledge from Mayor Leach, who claims victory despite not having read comics since childhood. The episode wraps with a call from crime correspondent Kirk Nurmi, who playfully teases Chris about an upcoming 50th birthday while promoting his appearances on Court TV.

From celebrating veterans to highlighting community events to simply sharing laughs with friends, this episode perfectly captures the charm of small-town radio. Subscribe to catch more Morning Brew moments and never miss the latest happenings in the White Mountains!

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Workplace theft creates unexpected tensions in today's episode as we dive into a case that has our listeners talking! A frustrated office worker finally puts an end to their vanishing lunch problem by installing a personal mini-fridge with a lock—only to face backlash from colleagues who label them "weird and selfish." Judge Jineane Ford-King delivers a satisfying verdict that might surprise you, even suggesting the loudest critic might actually be the lunch thief! This case sparks fascinating questions about workplace boundaries, communal respect, and why some people feel entitled to others' belongings.

The studio comes alive when Alex and Omar from Aliberto's stop by to announce an exciting community event. If you've never experienced Loteria (Mexican bingo), you're missing out on a cultural treasure! Unlike traditional bingo, this lively game uses character cards and beans as markers for a uniquely engaging experience. We break down how it works and announce the impressive prize lineup for tomorrow's free event at Alberto's Wagon Wheel location, including restaurant gift cards, sports tickets, and a grand prize weekend getaway at Big Pine Cabins in Heber.

Things take a competitive turn when our favorite redneck caller Paul goes head-to-head with the Aliberto's team in our ocean-themed trivia challenge. Who knew Paul from Beaumont would know that a mantis shrimp can punch fast enough to break glass? The unexpected moments of knowledge and laughter remind us why community connections matter. Don't miss Loteria Night tomorrow from 6-7:30pm—come for the games, stay for the special menu items Alex is testing, and leave with fantastic prizes and new friends!