The Ben and Skin Show
by97.1 The Freak (KEGL-FM)
Comedy
The Ben and Skin show airs live from 3-6pm weekdays on 97.1 The Eagle in Dallas/Fort-Worth. It’s a hilarious, chemistry-rich, nut-kicking, stroll though the biggest stories each day. Content includes everything from pop culture, to pranks, to local news, to sports, to parody songs, to game shows, and more.Ben Rogers and Jeff "Skin" Wade have been friends since they were 12 and have been hosting radio shows together in DFW since 2001. Their popular show also features guitar-playing super producer Krystina “K-Ray” Ray and comedic newshound Kevin "KT" TurnerFollow the gang on Twitter: @benrogers@skinwade @krystina_ray & @ktfuntweets
Episodes(40 episodes)
How Jason Kidd Hijacked A Mavs PR Win
“Why did he do that… on that night?”That’s the question Ben Rogers, Jeff “Skin” Wade, Kevin “KT” Turner, and Krystina Ray tackle as they break down one of the strangest post‑game press conference moments in recent Mavs memory — right after one of the most exciting nights for Dallas fans.This episode of The Ben & Skin Show takes you inside the emotional roller coaster of a Saturday night where Cooper Flagg dropped 34 points on national TV, earned a shoutout on Saturday Night Live, and briefly ignited Mavs‑land with hope and hype… before Jason Kidd abruptly torpedoed the vibes with...
Published: Feb 3, 2026Duration: 6:19
DJ Truck Nutz & A Snake-Filled Valentine's Baloon
Fresh off surviving last week’s brutal winter freeze, the crew fires up the Wayback Machine and stumbles into an avalanche of unforgettable moments—each more absurd than the last. From forgotten parody songs to disastrous live endorsements to a snake salesman’s Valentine’s Day fantasy, this episode is peak Ben & Skin: unpredictable, hilarious, and head‑spinning in the best way possible.
Published: Feb 3, 2026Duration: 12:50
Full Show: January 30, 2026
Here's Friday's show, featuring breaking news of the death of a big-time actress, an old prank featuring Carl Spoon & Rational Bill taking on a Pittsburgh blogger, the most watched TV shows of 2025, and thoughts from a wild night at the American Airlines Center featuring Cooper Flagg and Mark Agguire.
Published: Jan 31, 2026Duration: 1:17:12
Skin's Discrete Bleaching
In this segment, the crew dives straight into comedy gold—from Skin’s mysterious disappearance (“He had to get a discrete bleaching,” Ben jokes) to the debate over whether Skin is actually a micro‑condom model on the side. KT, meanwhile, finds himself trapped in an unwanted astrology seminar (“Aquarius and Gemini don’t get along!”), prompting one of the funniest exchanges of the episode as the entire room tries to figure out why Larry hates him.Krystina brings the rock‑and‑roll energy, sharing updates on her new band Orange Peel Sunshine and teasing original songs the group has been grinding on...
Published: Jan 31, 2026Duration: 9:50
What Happens If He Falls? Netflix's Shocking Plan
“So… what exactly was Netflix planning to do if Alex Honnold slipped and fell to his death on live TV?”That jaw‑dropping question jump‑starts a riveting episode of The Ben & Skin Show, anchored by a wild behind‑the‑scenes revelation about Netflix’s global live event, where free‑solo legend Alex Honnold climbed Taipei 101 with no rope, no net, and no room for error.
Published: Jan 31, 2026Duration: 6:23
1000th Episode of This TV Show...
“If Saturday Night Live is hitting 1,000 episodes… who’s the one person who’s hosted the most?”What starts as a casual chat about SNL’s legacy spirals into a rapid‑fire, laugh‑loaded dive into iconic hosts, weird Hollywood trivia, scandalous behind‑the‑scenes stories, and a few moments that will make you say, “Wait… WHAT?!”
Published: Jan 31, 2026Duration: 5:11
How Ben Confused Kordell Stewart...
This segment takes listeners straight into the legendary Wayback Machine, revisiting one of the most outrageous bet payoffs in show history. Years ago at the Super Bowl on Radio Row, Ben lost a bet—likely something ridiculous involving the Grammys—and as punishment, KT and Skin handed him a list of the worst, most inappropriate, most impossible words he had to work into interviews with unsuspecting NFL players.
Published: Jan 31, 2026Duration: 6:25
Cigarette Mom Rock
“What exactly qualifies a band as ‘cigarette mom rock’—and why is this chaotic new genre suddenly everywhere?”Inside Krystina’s Cookie Jar, the crew dives deep into the suddenly‑viral category of cigarette mom rock, the gritty, nostalgic, angsty counterpart to “sad dad rock.”
Published: Jan 31, 2026Duration: 6:08
Cooper Flagg Goes Nuclear
“At what point do you stop trying to analyze a teenager’s rookie season… and just sit back in awe as he casually drops 49 points?”That’s the question that electrifies this episode of The Ben & Skin Show, where Ben Rogers, Jeff “Skin” Wade, Kevin “KT” Turner, and Krystina Ray dive head‑first into one of the most thrilling and chaotic nights in recent Mavericks history.From the moment KT kicks off Around the Sports, the crew is buzzing about the epic rookie showdown between Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel
Published: Jan 31, 2026Duration: 7:12
Measurements & Movie Meltdowns
“What happens when a Texas weather lady accidentally asks Facebook for everyone’s ‘measurements’ during a snowstorm?”The laughter comes fast when the crew listens to audio from a meteorologist who meant to ask viewers for snow measurements—but instead triggered an avalanche of banana emojis, innuendos, and fabricated “dong pics” dominating her Facebook page.
Published: Jan 31, 2026Duration: 6:12
A Way Too Early Cowboys Mock
In this episode, Ben Rogers, Jeff “Skin” Wade, KT Turner, and Krystina Ray dive headfirst into the Cowboys’ strange new era: a 34‑year‑old defensive coordinator, a suddenly wide‑open coaching pipeline, and a draft board that raises more questions than answers.
Published: Jan 31, 2026Duration: 7:08
R.I.P. Catherine O'Hara
KT breaks the news that beloved actress Catherine O’Hara has passed away at 71, and the entire crew reflects on her iconic roles—Home Alone, Beetlejuice, Schitt’s Creek, and even her recent work on The Studio.
Published: Jan 31, 2026Duration: 5:24
What Was The Most Watched TV Show of 2025?
“Is Bluey really the most‑watched show in America… or are we all just leaving the TV on for our dogs?”In this episode, Ben Rogers, Jeff “Skin” Wade, Kevin “KT” Turner, and Krystina Ray tear into Nielsen’s just‑released 2025 streaming data—and the results range from shocking to downright hilarious.
Published: Jan 31, 2026Duration: 6:23
Sports Inferno vs. Pittsburgh Blogger Mike
“Why is it so hard for you to pick a side?!”That explosive question—hurled repeatedly at poor Rational Bill—ignites one of the wildest, funniest, and most unhinged episodes of The Ben and Skin Show ever. From fiery fake sports talk to derailed debates, flatulent emergencies, and rapid‑fire absurdity, this episode is pure comedic gold from start to finish.
Published: Jan 31, 2026Duration: 11:03
Full Show: January 29, 2026
Here's Thursday's show, featuring a huge research project on HBO and their history of dong use, Skin has tales from an emotional night at the American Airlines Center, and is it true you could make loads of money just by doing a fresh jingle for a soda company?
Published: Jan 30, 2026Duration: 1:13:59
The Great Prosthetic Dong Debate
“At what point does a TV show cross the line from ridiculous… to must‑watch?”That’s the very real question Ben, Skin, KT, and Krystina open the show with — and yes, it all starts with a deep dive into the week’s most important cultural topic: prosthetic dongs.Fresh out of Dallas’ winter freeze and back in the studio in their signature white vans, the crew plunges into the accidental theme of the day — a theme KT declares is “the top story in town this week.” From prestige dramas to guilty‑pleasure chaos TV, the gang breaks down the growing trend o...
Published: Jan 30, 2026Duration: 7:32
Skin's Tales From An Emotional Night at the AAC
“At what point do you realize… people might not recognize you as a broadcaster, but as stadium staff?”This episode is loaded with A hilarious fashion reveal — Skin unveils his “blue version of the Masters jacket,” an old‑school Mavericks throwback blazer that has the entire crew cracking up.The moment a fan asked Skin for a picture… but a woman nearby asked him to take hers(leading Skin to wonder, “Did she think I was an usher?”)The reading of a 1980 letter from Mavericks founder Norm Sanju — complete with perfect old‑school hype, typewriter marks, and a pitch for season tickets...
Published: Jan 30, 2026Duration: 9:11
The Soda Jingle Trend That Could Make Us Rich
“What’s the real price of a viral jingle — and why is everyone suddenly making soda songs?”That’s the eyebrow‑raising question that kicks off another wildly entertaining episode of The Ben & Skin Show, featuring the full crew: Ben Rogers, Jeff “Skin” Wade, Kevin “KT” Turner, and Krystina Ray.Back in the studio after a stretch of remote broadcasts, KT arrives fully loaded with five days’ worth of chaotic audio, and the team wastes no time diving into the bizarre, hilarious, and occasionally emotional highlights of the week.
Published: Jan 30, 2026Duration: 11:09
Rock Legends, Reunions, and $200 Metallica Boots
Krystina opens the Cookie Jar with a bombshell, this Sunday’s Grammys will feature Post Malone, Slash, Duff McKagan, Chad Smith, and producer Andrew Watt teaming up for a supercharged Ozzy homage. Naturally, Skin immediately points out that Chad Smith appears at every tribute like a drumming version of the Avengers — and yes, he still looks exactly like Will Ferrell.
Published: Jan 30, 2026Duration: 5:27
Should NBA Teams Unleash Wild Animals After Wins?
“What would happen if every NBA team had its own insane, over‑the‑top victory celebration?”That’s the thought‑provoking question that launches this segment of The Ben & Skin Show. The segment kicks off with the proposed Mavs celebration, involving Nico Harrison’s old portable stairs decorated with Dirk, Nick Van Exel, and Luka, all while a James Garner vs. Clint Eastwood fistfight plays on the Jumbotron.
Published: Jan 30, 2026Duration: 6:17