Monday, June 10: Phil's Back; Are Flying Spiders Coming To CT?; Why You Don't Sit In The Back Of A Pickup Driving Through The Zoo
Phil is back in studio, so Chaz and AJ got a short explanation of his time off. Plus, Chaz's son was traveling with his cat from Vegas, and the poor thing cried the whole flight. (0:00) Flying, venomous spiders are coming to Connecticut! Or are they? Dr. Gale Ridge, "the bug lady" was on to explain why these articles and warnings are not completely correct. (5:11) Dumb Ass News - A family was...
24m Jun 10, 2024
24m
Pod Pick: GameDay Conor On Dan Hurley's Move To The Lakers
Chaz, AJ and comedian Vince Berry spoke to GameDay Conor about UConn coach Dan Hurley's possible new position with the L.A. Lakers. Image Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports
10m Jun 07, 2024
10m
Friday, June 7: Scot Haney Joins The Shopping Cart Debate; Unlikely Places You Found Illicit Goods; Boss Keith's Problems With Hotels
Channel 3's Scot Haney called Chaz, AJ and Vince Berry to discuss the ongoing debate over shopping carts and to pitch ideas for a new musical about New Haven pizza. (0:00) The Tribe was asked about the most unlikely places they ever found illicit goods being sold, and there were several surprises! (19:16) Boss Keith sat in with Chaz & AJ to kick off summer vacation season with his Top 5 Probl...
47m Jun 07, 2024
47m
Pod Pick: Connecticut's Marijuana Ombudsperson
Chaz and AJ got to know the first Marijuana Ombudsperson in the nation, CT's own Erin Gorman Kirk.  She spoke about regulating the legal sales, growth and operation of the medical crop, and decided Weed Czar is a pretty cool title. Image Credit: Ivan-balvan / iStock / Getty Images Plus
13m Jun 06, 2024
13m
Thursday, June 6: AJ And The DMV - Part 3; Jimmy Koplik; Ashley Madison's Chief Strategy Officer
Another chapter in the saga of "AJ and the DMV"!  It looked like he may have finally completed his task, but there was still one small complication. (0:00) Jimmy Koplik from Live Nation had updates on the Soundside Festival, a game of rock & roll word association, and stories about the stages used by both David Lee Roth and Pink Floyd. (6:55) The chief strategy officer for Ashley Madison, Pau...
43m Jun 06, 2024
43m
Pod Pick: Returning Shopping Carts - Yes Or No?
Chaz, AJ and comedian Dan Brown engaged the Tribe in a back-and-forth debate about shopping cart etiquette. Image Credit: mokee81 / iStock / Getty Images Plus
14m Jun 05, 2024
14m
Wednesday, June 5: AJ Heads Back To The DMV; Dumb Ass News - Waffle House Week; What Are You Known For?
AJ has to return to the DMV yet again, and a Tribe member (who works there!) called in with some helpful tips. (0:00) Dumb Ass News - Chaz, AJ and comedian Dan Brown reported on another story for Waffle House Week involving a couple confused by the menu, and had different opinions about a mom and her parking lot practices. (5:17) Everyone is known for something, and the Tribe shared their spe...
33m Jun 05, 2024
33m
Pod Pick: Flat Earth Dave
Chaz, AJ and comedian Ayesheh Mae were joined in-studio by Flat Earth Dave to hear his case for why the Earth is not round (among other topics), and the Tribe had many questions and comments!
28m Jun 04, 2024
28m
Tuesday, June 4: The CEO's Big Birthday; Dead Woman Wakes Up In Funeral Home; John Ratzenberger
Chaz & AJ called Connoisseur Media CEO Jeff Warshaw to wish him a happy birthday and hear his reflections on his ownership of WPLR. (0:00) A woman was pronounced dead at a nursing home in Nebraska, only to have that decision reversed in a funeral home. (6:19) Actor and voice artist John Ratzenberger spoke about his upbringing in Connecticut, his roles in Cheers, Star Wars and Pixar movies, an...
32m Jun 04, 2024
32m
Pod Pick: Former FBI Special Agent Ken Grey
Former FBI Special Agent Ken Grey joined Chaz & AJ in-studio to discuss infamous Federal cases with Connecticut connections, the job of an FBI profiler, and his thoughts on the Dulos/Traconis outcome.
25m Jun 03, 2024
25m
Monday, June 3: A Cryptic Pregnancy?; Waffle House Brawl; Stunt Or Stupid - Hot Wax Harmonica Challenge
A woman with a "cryptic pregnancy" unknowingly gave birth in a chain restaurant, and Chaz & AJ had thoughts.  And many questions. (0:00) Dumb Ass News - Waffle House Week began with audio coverage of a massive late-night free-for-all brawl in a Texas location. (10:46) Stunt or Stupid?  Comedian Emily Siero joined Chaz & AJ in-studio, along with professional waxer Toni Rodriguez of Body Genie ...
36m Jun 03, 2024
36m
Pod Pick: The Unusual Thing In Your Car Right Now
After learning about what an officer found in a car during a routine traffic stop, Chaz & AJ heard from the Tribe about all of the unusual things they keep in their vehicles. Image Credit: Gudella / iStock / Getty Images Plus
25m May 31, 2024
25m
Friday, May 31: Insect Overreactions; AJ's DMV Woes; Boss Keith's Things Wrong With Summer
Tolland Town Manager Brian Foley called Chaz & AJ to give updates and details on a tragic highway stop in Southington. (0:00) Dumb Ass News - Chaz, AJ and comedian Vince Berry explored the emotional reactions people have to insects. (8:53) In the on-going saga of AJ's challenges with the DMV, the Tribe called in with their own (mostly positive!) experiences and advice. (13:04) Boss Keith joi...
40m May 31, 2024
40m
Pod Pick: The Wallingford Good Samaritan
A Wallingford man became a Good Samaritan by helping a lost runaway, and Chaz & AJ couldn't believe the increasingly bizarre layers of the story!
19m May 30, 2024
19m
Thursday, May 30: Unsavory Pranks; Ozempic Side Effects; Paranormal Expert Talks Melonheads
Dumb Ass News - A woman pranked her brother in an unsavory way, then Chaz & AJ learned about a mysterious story out of Oxford (with an eyewitness report from Chaz's wife Jennifer). (0:00) What are the physical and mental side effects of Ozempic?  Chaz & AJ discussed, and the Tribe weighed in (hah!). (7:01) Matt Guarnieri of the Italian-American Defense League called to talk about the lawsuit ...
45m May 30, 2024
45m
Pod Pick: OnlyFans Creator Wisconsin Tiff Returns!
Only Fans model Wisconsin Tiff returns to answer an email from a Tribe member, and Chaz & AJ have many more questions about the operation of her business! Image Courtesy Of Tiffany Wisconsin
14m May 29, 2024
14m
Wednesday, May 29: Workplace Injuries; Dumb Ass News; Comedian Colin Pasquarella In Studio
Chaz & AJ asked the Tribe for stories about their workplace injuries, and some of them hit the nail on the head.  Literally. (0:00) Dumb Ass News - An unorthodox method for controlling a toddler led to questions about the cost of daycare in Connecticut. (5:26) Comedian Colin Pasquarella joined Chaz & AJ in-studio, and the story involving a grizzly bear attack on a veteran from Massachusetts o...
39m May 29, 2024
39m
Pod Pick: How Hard Is The CT State Police Exam?
Connecticut State Police Sgt. Christine Jeltema and Sgt. Luke Davis joined Chaz, AJ and Eddie Sabatino in-studio to talk about the difficulty of the State Police exam, the role of the Media Relations Supervisor, and whether or not movie quotes can get someone out of a ticket.
20m May 28, 2024
20m
Tuesday, May 28: Cruise Vacation Issues; Dumb Ass News; Fox 61's Jimmy Altman
Tribe members called Chaz & AJ with their biggest issues with cruises, from on-ship struggles to shore activities to celebrity interactions. (0:00) Dumb Ass News - Eddie Sabatino sat in to help dissect an unusual, if not unpredictable, eating disorder. (11:05) Jimmy Altman from Fox 61 was in-studio with stories spanning his 49-Emmy-Award-winning (and counting!) career, then tried to come up w...
42m May 28, 2024
42m
Pod Pick: Boss Keith's Top 5 Restaurant Sides
With the announced closing of Red Lobster restaurants nationwide (and the loss of Cheddar Bay Biscuits), Chaz, AJ, comedian Dom Fig and Boss Keith discuss the Top Five chain-restaurant side dishes.
10m May 24, 2024
10m
Friday, May 24: DMV Issues; Scot Haney's Weekend Plans; Jason From Haven Hot Chicken
After an unsatisfactory experience with the DMV, Chaz & AJ spoke to House Republican Leader Vince Candelora about the ways the state agency could/should be improved. (0:00) Channel 3's Scot Haney called in to discuss issues with the Port Jefferson Ferry, the nightlife scene on Fire Island, and an early job that got him out of jury duty. (13:47) Jason Sobocinski from Haven Hot Chicken was in-s...
43m May 24, 2024
43m
Pod Pick: Vietnam Veteran Art Wiknik
Chaz & AJ spoke with Vietnam veteran and author Art Wiknik about his experience on Hamburger Hill and the meaning of observing Memorial Day. Image Courtesty Of Art Wiknik
12m May 23, 2024
12m
Thursday, May 23: Dumb Ass News; Animal Rescue Stories; Comedian Paul Scheer
Dumb Ass News - A mother in Georgia erupted over her son's omission from a school awards program, and Chaz & AJ, with comedian Brian Blackmore, tried to get to the bottom of the issue. (0:00) Tiffany Hesser from the Durham Animal Response Team was in-studio to talk about experiences, techniques and equipment involved in large-animal rescues. (6:22) Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik joined Chaz & AJ ...
51m May 23, 2024
51m
Pod Pick: Mayor Justin Elicker On New Haven's New Traffic Cameras
New Haven Mayor Justin Elicker talked about the new traffic cameras being installed in downtown New Haven for red light and speeding violations, and how effective they can be. Image Credit: monticelllo / iStock / Getty Images Plus
8m May 22, 2024
8m
Wednesday, May 22: Chaz's Connecticut Pizza Finally Arrived In Las Vegas; The Tribe Gives Marital Advice; Dumb Ass News
Chaz provided a follow-up story to his recent experience trying to ship Connecticut pizza to his son in Las Vegas, detailing when it arrived and in what condition. (0:00) Mighty John the Record Guy joined Chaz & AJ by phone to list his Top Ten big-money vinyl records to look for at yard sales this summer. (4:21) With comedienne Ayesheh Mae planning an upcoming wedding, the Tribe called in wit...
29m May 22, 2024
29m
Pod Pick: Talkin' Hot Sauce With Shinedown Drummer Barry Kerch
Shinedown drummer Barry Kerch spoke with Chaz & AJ about the band's upcoming show dates, and, more importantly, their line of hot sauces as samples were eaten. Image Courtesy Of Shinedown
12m May 21, 2024
12m
Tuesday, May 21: Memorial Day BBQ Tips; Comedian Chris Cyr; How You Went From A Party To The ER
Tribe member Cathy Coviello received the Teacher of the Year Award, and spoke with Chaz & AJ about the honor and the unique challenges she has with her classroom - all 8 students! (0:00) Chef Gerry from Encore by Goodfellas gave instructions on how to be a rock start at any Memorial Day BBQ, with some out-of-the-box suggestions for killer steak rubs and burger tricks. (11:03) Chris Cyr is thr...
49m May 21, 2024
49m
Pod Pick: How You Found Out You Were Being Cheated On
After a story about a poor wife, a cheating husband and a dog needing surgery, Chaz & AJ, with comedienne Emily Siero in-studio, asked the Tribe to call in with the moments they found out they were being cheated on...and then the calls took some very interesting twists and turns! Image Credit: Tero Vesalainen / iStock / Getty Images Plus
25m May 20, 2024
25m
Monday, May 20: Dumb Ass News; Stunt Or Stupid - Numb Tongue Theater; Neil Young Concert Review
In the buildup to the upcoming Mike Tyson/Jake Paul fight, the combatants engaged in verbal sparring, and a reporter almost caught the bad side of Iron Mike. (0:00) Dumb Ass News - Chaz, AJ and comedienne Emily Siero hear about a dog who had an unusual snack, which began a chain of events that ended in a divorce (and a spirited discussion). (11:38) Stunt or Stupid? - As if it wasn't hard enou...
40m May 20, 2024
40m
Pod Pick: Tribe Stories Of Crazy Antics With Their Parents
After reporting a story about a Connecticut father & son crime spree, Chaz & AJ heard from the Tribe about their own crazy-antics stories involving them with their parents.
18m May 17, 2024
18m
Friday, May 17: Comedian Corrine Tryon; Dave Portnoy's Middletown Visit; New IPhone Update Problems
Channel 3's Scot Haney discussed the pros and cons of dating after a long-term relationship with in-studio guest comedienne Corrine Tryon. (0:00) Keith Vibert, of Mondo Pizza in Middletown, discussed his recent visit and One Bite Review by Barstool Sports' Dave Portnoy. (15:01) Chaz & AJ tried to figure out how to prevent the new iPhone update from restoring all of their phone photos, with he...
44m May 17, 2024
44m
Pod Pick: Jimmy Koplik
Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik joined Chaz & AJ to talk about teasing Billy Joel about his age, starting his promotion at age 21 and how it feels to let someone else run the majority of the Soundside Festival.
23m May 16, 2024
23m
Thursday, May 16: Bristol's Geese Problem; Connecticut State Police Col. Daniel Loughman; Red Lobster
The town of Bristol held another meeting to discuss the ongoing geese situation at Veterans Memorial Park, and Chaz & AJ had ideas on how to expedite a resolution. (0:00) The new leader of the Connecticut State Police, Colonel Daniel Loughman, was in-studio to talk about his new role and take calls from the Tribe about their interactions with State Troopers.  Comedian Vince Berry was also in-s...
54m May 16, 2024
54m
Pod Pick: Renovating A Hoarder House
Pat Funaro and Dominick DeFalco of Home Remedies LLC told Chaz & AJ about their current enormous undertaking of renovating a hoarder house, which has already involved multiple dumpsters and removing 16 cars - without setting foot in the house itself yet! Image Credit: trekandshoot / iStock / Getty Images Plus
21m May 15, 2024
21m
Wednesday, May 15: Comedian Mizz Conduct; How You Know You're Poor; Reckless Bike Riding Stories
Dumb Ass News - Chaz & AJ welcomed comedian Mizz Conduct into the studio and discussed another creatively-named individual in Wisconsin, then played a fun guessing game. (0:00) Mizz Conduct talked about growing up under-advantaged, and the Tribe called in with their thoughts on How You Know You're Poor. (5:00) Dumb Ass News - A kid's bike accident made Chaz & AJ remember their own reckless ti...
26m May 15, 2024
26m
Pod Pick: Soundside Music Festival Lineup Announcement
Chaz and AJ, along with Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim, spoke with Tom Russell to announce the brand new music festival coming to Connecticut this year. Now known as The Soundside Music Festival, September 28 and 29 in Bridgeport's Seaside Park, headlined by the Foo Fighters and Noah Kahan. Image Credit: Connoisseur Media
7m May 14, 2024
7m
Tuesday, May 14: A Bagpipe Senior Prank; Senator Blumenthal On A.I.; Travelers Championship Director Nathan Grube
Dumb Ass News - A group of students hired a professional bagpiper to follow their principal around for an hour as their senior prank. Senator Richard Blumenthal joined Chaz and AJ in studio to talk a little bit about how he spent Mother's Day, and shared both the positive and negative things he's seen created with A.I. The Travelers Championship is Connecticut's most successful professional s...
40m May 14, 2024
40m
Pod Pick: Horses Stuck In Mud Rescued In Connecticut Woods
Lt. Kojo Nsiah from Lebanon was on with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about the rescue of TWO enormous horses. Lt. Kojo estimated they both weighed somewhere between 1,200 and 1,500 lbs., and wandered into a deep mud pit and needed rescue. Image Credit: Sandra Dombrovsky / iStock / Getty Images Plus
13m May 13, 2024
13m
Monday, May 13: Comedian K.P. Anderson; A Missing Emotional Support Gator; Concert Injuries
Dumb Ass News - Comedian K.P. Anderson was in studio with Chaz and AJ, to talk about the missing emotional support gator. (0:00) The Tribe called in to share their stories of concert injuries. A yellowjacket in the eye didn't stop one caller from enjoying the whole Pearl Jam show, and two sisters share two sides of one incident at a Dave Matthews Band concert. (4:44)
25m May 13, 2024
25m
Pod Pick: Restoring Robert Downey, Jr.'s Cars
Chris Mazzilli was on with Chaz and AJ to talk about the unique car restorations he's done, most notably with Robert Downey Jr. AJ shared some honest criticism of the work, but was very happy to hear the extreme care and attention to detail Chris takes with all his projects. Image Credit: welcomia / iStock / Getty Images Plus
14m May 10, 2024
14m
Friday, May 10: Celebrating Nurses; This Week's Flubbles; Boss Keith's Top 5
It's National Nurse's Week! Chaz and AJ began the segment by thanking Jennifer, Chaz's wife, who says Chaz was her most difficult patient while dealing with Covid. (0:00) More calls celebrating nurses, and the Tribe member who was annoyed listening to Chaz. (6:42) The Flubble Montage! Chaz was sick most of the week, so AJ did some heavy lifting to carry the montage. (13:11) Boss Keith's Top ...
26m May 10, 2024
26m
Pod Pick: Jimmy Koplik
Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ to talk about the very busy season planned for the Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater, over 50 shows already booked! Plus, answering the Tribe's questions about Billy Joel, Ted Nugent, Paul McCartney, and his idea to get Rush back on the road with a drummer.
24m May 09, 2024
24m
Thursday, May 9: What A Dumb Ass Tried To Bring Through Tweed; The Dumbest People You Know; Route 8 Road Rage
Dumb Ass News - A local dumbass! Someone in Connecticut tried to bring a hollowed-out grenade through Tweed. (0:00) The Tribe called in the dumbest people they know, including a guy that kicked himself unconscious, and a man who had his finger stuck inside the tank of a propane heater. (2:52) A road rage incident on Route 8 made headlines, after one of the ragers was pepper sprayed by the oth...
31m May 09, 2024
31m
Wednesday, May 8: Is Stew Leonard's Finally Coming To Orange?; A Wacky Top 10 List; How A Moth Ruined A First Date
Stew Leonard's in Orange? Chaz and AJ spoke with Stew Leonard Jr. about the possibility of a brand new store coming to Orange, to occupy a recently vacated building space. Plus, a little history about why Stew Leonard's was not able to move into Orange a few years ago. (0:00) This is not your average Top 10 list. Tribe member Bedelia agreed to try, but seemed confused on the difference between...
48m May 08, 2024
48m
Pod Pick: Rainn Wilson
"Dwight" from "The Office," Rainn Wilson, was on with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about his show at the Oakdale Theater tomorrow. Rainn also shared how he found inspiration for Dwight during his audition, and the incredible longevity of the show since it went off the air. Image Credit: REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni
12m May 07, 2024
12m
Tuesday, May 7: Hitting The Helium High Notes; Milford Oyster Festival Lineup; The Most Damage You've Ever Caused
With Chaz back on the show this morning (broadcasting from home,) AJ decided to welcome him with some helium high notes, and a little rubber band pain when he couldn't match the song. (0:00) Jay Pinto from the Milford Oyster Fest was in studio to announce their biggest lineup ever, multiple national acts performing for the 50th anniversary of the event. Remember, it's all free! (10:11) It see...
43m May 07, 2024
43m
Pod Pick: Beatles Author Steven Gaines
Steven Gaines was on with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about his Beatles book All You Need Is Love. Steven admits he has not spoken with Paul McCartney in years, since Paul was upset about the first book that he released back in the 1980s. Image Courtesy Of St. Martin's Publishing Group
15m May 03, 2024
15m
Friday, May 3: More Updates On The Norwalk 95 Closure; Issues With AJ's Top 10 List; Animal Encounter Stories
An update from Governor Lamont on the full closure of 95 through the weekend, and Chaz and AJ took calls from the Tribe who were close to the accident or stuck in the traffic immediately following the accident. (0:00) DOT Commissioner Gerrett Eucalito was on to share his perspective of the damage made to the overpass in Norwalk, and the strange texts he received from friends as he was managing...
48m May 03, 2024
48m
Pod Pick: Stories From A Russian Spy
An actual Russian Spy, Aliia Roza, was on with Chaz and AJ this morning to explain her training in "sexpionage" to seduce targets and gain information. Image Courtesy Of Aliia Roza
14m May 02, 2024
14m
Thursday, May 2: Tanker Fire On 95 In Norwalk; Cheeseball Man; What You Did As Kids That Wouldn't Fly Today
DOT spokesperson Josh Morgan was on the phone with an update on a major crash and tanker fire in Norwalk, that had closed 95 in both directions. (0:00) Dumb Ass News - A new superhero emerges in New York, cheeseball man! (4:33) What are the things from you childhood that would not fly today? Buying cigarettes used to be a LOT easier for children. (8:52) Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik went throug...
45m May 02, 2024
45m