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🎙️ Episode Title: “Fried Chicken at 1:30AM, Paintball Patriots, and the Return of McConaughey Bon Jovi” Episode Description: 🧐 “What food did I eat at 1:30 in the morning last night?” That’s the question Skin throws down in this laugh-out-loud episode of The Ben and Skin Show—and if you were listening, you just might win Jerry Cantrell tickets. But that’s just the beginning of this wild ride. Join hosts Ben Rogers, Jeff “Skin” Wade, Kevin “KT” Turner, and Krystina Ray as they dive into a hilariously unfiltered conversation that starts with late-night cravings and ends with a deep dive into patriotism, pop culture, and paintball warfare.
🔥 Key Moments & Themes:

🍗 Fried Chicken Confessions: Skin reveals his 1:30AM fridge raid, sparking a debate on late-night snacking, jazz records, and the spiritual consequences of cold poultry.
🍷 Wine Woes & Nosebleeds: Ben opens up about his wine journey—from bold reds to nosebleeds and whiskey detours—with a side of accidental comedy: “Is there cocaine in your wine?”
🎭 McConaughey Bon Jovi: The crew imagines the most annoying-yet-irresistible man alive. Is he tall? Is he short? Is he real? You decide.
🎬 Ken Burns & the American Revolution: A surprisingly heartfelt segment on Ken Burns’ latest project, complete with reenactment jokes, Morgan Freeman voiceovers, and a reminder that we’re all fighting for the same thing—freedom.
🎨 Culture & Comedy Collide: From Sarah Hepola’s cultural commentary to the absurdity of Oklahoma reenacting the Russia-Ukraine war, the show balances satire with sincerity.
🎤 Fan Expo Madness: KT breaks down the celebrity-packed weekend in Dallas—Michael J. Fox, Mr. T, Alicia Silverstone, and yes, even John Cena (or can you see him?).
🎯 Cowboys Go Paintballing: Brian Schottenheimer surprises the team with a paintball outing. Is paintball making a comeback? Is Marquese Bell SEAL Team 6 material? The gang investigates.
🎶 Christina’s Cookie Jar: A music festival curated by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross? Yes, please. Christina spotlights the Future Ruins Festival and the genius of Danny Elfman.
🧬 Freddie Mercury’s Secret Daughter?: A jaw-dropping revelation from a new book claims the Queen frontman fathered a child in the '70s. DNA, journals, and a whole lot of speculation.
🥁 Drum-Off Challenge: KT’s brutal but brilliant music game tests Skin and Christina’s knowledge of iconic drum intros. Can you guess the song before they do?

💬 Memorable Quotes:

“You need to find bed and the Lord.”
“Is there cocaine in your wine?”
“McConaughey Bon Jovi would be the most annoying guy you know—but he’d get a lot of ass.”
“Paintball is back, baby. America’s Team is locked and loaded.”
“I’m just living, bro. Full McConaughey Bon Jovi.”

🎧 Don’t Miss Out! This episode is a perfect blend of absurdity, nostalgia, and cultural insight—served with a side of fried chicken and a splash of red wine. Whether you're here for the laughs, the music, or the Cowboys gossip, there's something for everyone. 👉 Subscribe, leave us a review, and share this episode with your fellow late-night snackers, reenactment enthusiasts, and paintball patriots. 📲 And don’t forget to hit that Talkback feature on the iHeart app to win those Jerry Cantrell tickets!

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