Pod Pick: Lzzy Hale
Chaz and AJ spoke with Lzzy Hale from Halestorm this morning, about her appearance at the Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath "Back to the Beginning" tribute and farewell show. Lzzy admits there were a lot of tears backstage, revealed that the spelling of her name is insipired by Ozzy's, and felt enormously proud of their performance of "Perry Mason." Photo credit: Jimmy Fontaine
13m Sep 09, 2025
13m
Tuesday, September 9: Bad VHS Date "Skip," Bear Attacks Dog, Arrested on a Barbie Jeep
In Dumb Ass News, bad VHS Dates continues with Skip, who loves pushups, hot oils, and Hawaiian music. (0:00) Josh Ballard was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about the bear attack he and his dog survived recently. The bears were eating pears from the tree, when Evan (the dog) ran outside and surprised them. Josh had to fend off the angry mama bear with all he had; a set of j...
54m Sep 09, 2025
54m
Pod Pick: Joshua Dean Sumrall's Incredible Story of Survival
Chaz and AJ spoke with Josh Sumrall this morning, who survived a terrible motorcycle accident. His head hit a road sign, he broke numerous bones, was stuck in a ditch for seven hours, and was repeatedly stung by fire ants. Photo credit: Josh Sumrall
12m Sep 08, 2025
12m
Monday, September 8: Baby Cages on Bad Idea Island, VHS Dates, Doogie the Croc King
Chaz and AJ's "Bad Idea Island" continues with the baby cage. A real product that was sold in the early 1900's, and had children suspended from the windows of high-rise buildings in major cities. (0:00) Sarah Dellaventura of Bishop's Orchard was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about their farm being in the running for recognition as one of the 10 best orchards in the country...
51m Sep 08, 2025
51m
Pod Pick: Sully Erna
Sully Erna from Godsmack is on the patio at Mohegan Sun to wrap up the summer concert series there, and was on with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about the unique makeup of his band. Sully is bringing in some friends, will play Godsmack hits, and some surprise covers for the fans. Sully also had some big thoughts on Aerosmith's retirement, and what he'd like to see Steven Tyler do to say goo...
8m Sep 05, 2025
8m
Friday, September 5: Scot Haney's Sciatica, Making Us Say "Wow!," The Naked Skydiver
Scot Haney was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning, talking about breaking the news to Kara Sundlun of her induction into the Connecticut Broadcaster's Hall of Fame. Plus, his sciatica caused big problems for him during a recent trip. (0:00) Chaz and AJ debuted a new segment today, "Make Us Say Wow!" The Tribe called in their most outlandish stories of injuries, prison time, and bank ro...
1hr 5m Sep 05, 2025
1hr 5m
Pod Pick: When Smelling Feet Goes Wrong
Chaz and AJ started Dumb Ass News with a news report about a girl that was run over by a car, after denying a man the opportunity to sniff her feet. The report itself was terrible, and then Vince Berry and AJ bonded over their affinity for feet, and the Tribe called in their weird interests.
26m Sep 04, 2025
26m
Thursday, September 4: The PedEgg, 100 Year Celebration in Orange, Jimmy Koplik's Concert News, Dirtbikes at Public Hearing
Today, Chaz and AJ's "Bad Idea Island" centered around a topic AJ is very comfortable talking about; feet. The PedEgg, however, horrified viewers with their infomercial in the 2000's. (0:00) New details and developments have occurred in New York's Gilgo Beach murder case. Attorney John Ray was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk about the recent decision by state courts, which has never happ...
1hr 3m Sep 04, 2025
1hr 3m
Pod Pick: Waterbury Mayor Targets Motels
Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe for a little clarity about Waterbury, since the mayor has announced a crackdown on pay-by-the-hour establishments. A few calls mentioned some specific places that are known for this, and a retired police officer shared some information about a similar place in Bridgeport. Photo credit: Getty Images
20m Sep 03, 2025
20m
Wednesday, September 3: E.T. the Video Game Lands on Bad Idea Island, Saved at the Guilford Library, Catfishing and Online Dating Horrors
Today's episode of Chaz and AJ's Bad Idea Island, features the video game that very nearly killed the entire industry. E.T. the video game lacks any redeemable qualities, and was infamously buried in the desert by developers. (0:00) A man was saved at the Guilford Library, by 22-year-old med student Luke Letizia. Luke was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about the event, how ...
44m Sep 03, 2025
44m
Pod Pick: Leon Haberski Saved Three Students from Choking
Chaz and AJ spoke with Leon Haberski, security guard at Bennet Academy in Manchester, about saving 3 different kids from choking over the last 18 months. Photo courtesy: Leon Haberski
9m Sep 02, 2025
9m
Tuesday, September 2: Bad Idea Island, Fairfield Little League In Studio, Burning Man Dumbassery
"Poochinski" is a real show that only ran one episode, and gets the feature spot in Chaz and AJ's, "Bad Idea Island." Each day, we'll remember a real bad idea that was put into the world. (0:00) In Dumb Ass News, the first birth to happen at Burning Man, and apparently the woman did not even know she was pregnant. (7:15) Coaches and players from the Fairfield National Little League team were ...
1hr 14m Sep 02, 2025
1hr 14m
Pod Pick: Danny Cahill On What It Takes To Be The Biggest Loser, Winner
Danny Cahill talks with Chaz & AJ about the triumphs and struggles he experienced on The Biggest Loser. Photo Credit: Danny Cahill
18m Aug 22, 2025
18m
Friday, Aug. 22nd: The 1957 Little League World Series, The R.I. Attorney General's Friend Is Even Worse, The Tribes 15 Minutes Of Fame
(0:00) Paul Miller talks about playing in the 1957 Little League World Series. (12:16) The Rhode Island attorney generals friend gets locked up. (23:00) Scot Haney reviews AJ's meteorology techniques. (31:41) The Tribe calls in their 15 minutes of fame. (39:46) Boss Keith's top 8 fears for his daugher at college.
48m Aug 22, 2025
48m
Thursday, Aug. 21st: Fairfield Little League Wins In Nevada, Hot Dog Battles In CT, and Another Airline Freakout
(0:00) Dan Booth is on the show to talk about Fairfield Little League's Win Streak. (14:25) The 2nd half of the Rhode Island attorney who was arrested for tresspassing. (21:24) Art Ververis from Capitol Lunch talks hot dogs. (33:13) Jimmy Koplik answers the Tribes concert questions. (1:00:00) An airline passenger loses her cool. Photo Credit: Getty Images
1hr 9m Aug 21, 2025
1hr 9m
Pod Pick: A Bride's New Surname Has The Internet In Tears
Bride-To-Be Brooke Marshall is getting a new last name and a lifetime of jokes. Photo Credit: Getty Images
17m Aug 21, 2025
17m
Wednesday Aug. 20th: CT's Most Dangerous Highways, An Attorney General Gets Arrested, A First Grade Teacher Sings About Private Parts
(0:00) DOT Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto talks about the most dangerous roadways in CT. (6:37) A Rhode Island attorney general thinks shes above the law. (13:30) Anthony Avallone on gen z bringing their parents to interviews. (22:56) Alleah Red talks with Chaz & AJ about her adventures in Vegas. (55:31) A first grade teacher sings a song about private parts.
1hr 4m Aug 20, 2025
1hr 4m
Pod Pick: Ansonia Mayor David Cassetti Seeks Understanding After His Tires Were Slashed
Mayor David Cassetti talks with Chaz & Aj about the recent vandalization of his town vehicle and the steps to make sure it doesn't happen again.
11m Aug 20, 2025
11m
Tuesday Aug. 19th: Fairfield Little League Coach Brian Palazzolo, Dr. Todd Frisch Can Read Your Face, A Woman Destroys Her Boyfriends Car With Glitter
(0:00) Top 10 occupations women find attractive. (13:50) A woman destroys her boyfriends car with glitter. (20:55) Dr. Todd Frisch reads Chaz, Aj, & Ruth's face. (38:27) Brian Palazzolo on Fairfield Little League's Win Over South Dakota. Photo Credit: Dr. Todd Frisch
1hr 2m Aug 19, 2025
1hr 2m
Pod Pick: A Woman In Shelton Finds A Burglar In Her House And Bites Him
A 68 year old woman in Shelton came home to find a burglar in her house and bit him. Police Captain Bob Kozlowsky weighs in.
25m Aug 19, 2025
25m
Monday, Aug. 18th: Remembering The Flood, Fantasy Football Pet Peeves, Artists With The Best Three Album Run
(0:00) Michael Killen's list of the top 10 fantasy football petpeeves. (10:15) Speaking to Nurse Randi about rebuilding after the flood destroyed her home. (17:50) Chief Jim Buck speaks about the fire truck that was recently hit by a distracted driver. (30:00) Morgan Jimenez talks about being rescued from flood waters with her son. Photo Credit: Morgan Jimenez
29s Aug 18, 2025
29s
Pod Pick: Vernon Man Stuck In Playground Slide
A Vernon man found himself wedged in a playgound slide. First responders had to disassemble the slide in order to free him.
18m Aug 18, 2025
18m
Pod Pick: Brian Foley on DC Sandwich Thrower
Chaz and AJ spoke with former Hartford Police detective Brian Foley about the DC sandwich thrower, and the predictable reaction from the police on scene. As a bonus, Brian also shared his own sandwich incident, and the time he had a handle of alcohol thrown at him. Photo credit: Getty Images
14m Aug 15, 2025
14m
Friday, Aug. 15: CT Strip Clubs, Sandwich Assaults, Boss Keith's Top 5
Chaz and AJ were reading a story about a strip club in Connecticut, and wanted more information. A Tribe member, who remained anonymous, called in with three decades of experience and information. (0:00) In Dumb Ass News, a South Carolina gubernatorial candidate was arrested in his underwear, and Chaz and AJ had the audio from the bodycam footage. (11:32) The DC sandwich thrower has become Ch...
53m Aug 15, 2025
53m
Pod Pick: Elton Castee Purchased the Warren's Home
Chaz and AJ spoke with Elton Castee this morning, about his partnership with Matt Rife and the purchase of the Warren's home in Monroe, CT. Elton shared that Dan Rivera was the one who first suggested the idea, and also talked about some of the terrifying items in the museum that are not named Annabelle. Photo credit: Getty Images
12m Aug 14, 2025
12m
Thursday, Aug. 14: Fairfield Wins, Attractive Male Hobbies, Jimmy Koplik's Finished with Festivals
WFSB's Dan Booth was on the phone from Williamsport, to talk about last night's incredible win for Fairfield National. The Connecticut Little Leaguers won 1-0 over Texas, thanks to an incredible pitching performance. (0:00) In Dumb Ass News, a man learns the hard way that wild elephants do not want to take a selfie. (8:32) Chaz and AJ found a list online of the most attractive hobbies men can...
56m Aug 14, 2025
56m
Pod Pick: Fairfield in Little League World Series, Tribe's Athletic Achievements
Chaz and AJ spoke with Brian Palazzolo, head coach of the Fairfield National Little League team that is representing the state in the Little League World Series. Coach Brian said this team has been together for years already, and has never lost a game to another CT team. Plus, the Tribe's stories of their "greatest" athletic achievements. Photo credit: Brian Palazzolo
36m Aug 13, 2025
36m
Wednesday, Aug. 13: AJ's Movie Review, A Dumbass with a Grenade, Homemade Explosives
Chaz and AJ held Mike B. from the Mike, Mike and Oscast podcast an extra segment, so AJ could talk about the brand new movie he watched recently, 2017's "Baby Driver."  (0:00) In Dumb Ass News, a man attempted to stop a car theft with a grenade, only to blow off his own arm. (5:31) The Tribe called in their own stories of homemade explosives, which thankfully did not all result in trips to th...
30m Aug 13, 2025
30m
Pod Pick: Paul Virzi, Headliner of the Chaz and AJ Comedy Show
Comedian Paul Virzi was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk about the comedy show on September 12th, at the Wallingford Country Club. Paul also admitted to being obsessed with a cold case after watching a recent NetFlix docuseries. Photo credit: Paul Virzi
15m Aug 12, 2025
15m
Tuesday, Aug. 12: Guitarist Jimi Bell, Truck Grand Champion, Millionaire Tased
Chaz and AJ invited guitarist Jimi Bell in studio this morning, to talk about nearly getting the gig as Ozzy's next guitarist. Jimi also shared all about the success he's had as a musician, from working with Michael J. Fox and Joan Jett, to writing a Black Sabbath song during the Dio years, and his encounter with Eddie Van Halen. (0:00) Truck Driver Grand Champion Roland Bolduc was on the phon...
1hr 14m Aug 12, 2025
1hr 14m
Pod Pick: Pastor Kenneth Moales Jr. on Viral Car Theft Incident
Chaz and AJ welcomed Bridgeport Pastor Kenneth Moales Jr. in studio this morning, who went viral a while back for a security video showing him being car jacked in Baltimore. The pastor admitted his sons were upset with him over a certain aspect of the video, and why he thinks there has been a spike in violent crimes.
18m Aug 11, 2025
18m
Monday, Aug. 11: Diaper Wearing Weirdo, News 8's Ashley Baylor, Suspect Caught While Nude and Lewd
In Dumb Ass News, Chaz and AJ played a news report about the arrest of a serial  offender, diaper-wearing weirdo. (0:00) Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik is celebrating a birthday today, so Chaz and AJ called him to ask how he'll be celebrating. (8:51) News 8's Ashley Baylor was in studio with Chaz and AJ, and admitted sometimes people will come up to her to complain about the weather. Ashley attem...
24m Aug 11, 2025
24m
Pod Pick: 700-Pound Shark Caught in Connecticut
Connecticut's Eddie Lovely was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about his once-in-a-lifetime catch, a 700-pound shark that took over six hours to reel in. Photo credit: Getty Images
12m Aug 08, 2025
12m
Friday, Aug. 8: Grocery Store Hacks, Weapons in Cars, Gross Things in Your Mouth, Boss Keith's Top 5
More than half of Americans are stressing about food cost. Chaz and AJ opened the phones to the Tribe, so we can all share our money saving hacks at the grocery store. (0:00) In Dumb Ass News, a woman made the news after dancing on a roof, and falling into a chimney where she became stuck. (12:18) Road rage made headlines in Connecticut again, so Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe to call in with th...
1hr 14m Aug 08, 2025
1hr 14m
Pod Pick: Erica Kahn Almost Ate a Bat
Erica Kahn of Massachusetts had her story go viral, and was on with Chaz and AJ this morning to explain how a bat flew into her open mouth. What did it taste like, and why is it costing her so much money? Photo credit: Getty Images
15m Aug 07, 2025
15m
Thursday, Aug. 7: Divorce Attorney Meghan Freed, Jimmy Koplik with Metallica Concert News, Michael Sweet of Stryper
Attorney Meghan Freed was in studio with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about divorce, after practicing for 20+ years in the field. She talked about the viral Coldplay moment for the Astronomer CEO, and shared why to never talk about your divorce on social media. (0:00) Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik had a LOT of information to share today! Chaz and AJ always open the phone to the Tribe to ask a...
56m Aug 07, 2025
56m
Pod Pick: Chef Tyler Anderson on Bobby Flay BBQ Brawl
Chaz and AJ invited chef Tyler Anderson in studio this morning to talk about his impressive showing on Bobby Flay's BBQ Brawl. Chef Tyler also shared stories of serving Paul McCartney, the ingredients he does not like to use, and the special menu you can get at Millwright's.
28m Aug 06, 2025
28m
Wednesday, Aug. 6: Long Island Fire Chief Curses at 10-Year-Old, Tiffany Wisconsin's Surgery, Will Noonan on Boston Dumbass
Chaz and AJ defended a Long Island fire chief, who has gone viral for yelling curses at a 10-year-old girl. The Tribe were also on the side of the fire chief. (0:00) In Dumb Ass News, a camper was thought to be yelling in distress, but was found to be safe by responders. (15:34) Tiffany Wisconsin was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to address her recent trip to the emergency room, which was rep...
45m Aug 06, 2025
45m
Pod Pick: Merle Allin on Brother G.G.'s Antics, Murder Junkies Touring
Chaz and AJ spoke with Merle Allin this morning about the infamous antics his brother, G.G. Allin, used to showcase on a nightly basis. The band knew, if they did not leave quickly enough, they would either wind up at the hospital, or jail. Plus, why the Murder Junkies are touring again after six years, and why Connecticut is usually the starting point for their tours. Photo credit: Merle Allin
16m Aug 05, 2025
16m
Tuesday, Aug. 5: New Haven's Power Plant Water Park Plans, More Heavy Metal Parking Lot with Jeff Krulik
New Haven mayor Justin Elicker was on the phone to talk about the planned water park for kids, at the old power plant location. Plus, the Tribe try to explain Oasis to Chaz and AJ. (0:00) Jeff Krulik was back on the show this morning to talk more about Heavy Metal Parking Lot, the documentary he shot from a Judas Priest show in 1986. The Tribe called in their stories from concert parking lots,...
33m Aug 05, 2025
33m
Pod Pick: Jeff Derderian's Rod Stewart Problem
News 8's Jeff Derderian was in studio with Chaz and AJ this morning, and admitted to his wife, Linda's intense love for Rod Stewart. Jeff has been to tons of shows because of this, but didn't seem to be able to remember exactly how he and his wife first met! Linda called in to back him up, and explain the whole Rod Stewart thing.
27m Aug 04, 2025
27m
Monday, Aug. 4: Warren's House Sold, When Bees Attack, Celeb DJ at William Tong's Wedding, The Phantom
Comedian Matt Rife now owns the Warren's home in Monroe, CT, and already has plans to rent it out for overnight visits. Chaz and AJ talk about the surprise announcement, and what will happen with Annabelle. (0:00) Chaz was working in his garden over the weekend, only to find out the hard way that bees had made a home in the flower beds. (12:38) In Dumb Ass News, a weed pen was enough for poli...
57m Aug 04, 2025
57m
Pod Pick: Attacking Raccoons and Sue's Buffet
Chaz and AJ talked about a woman in Massachusetts, who made local news headlines after being attacked by a raccoon early in the morning. After talking about the attack, Sue from Branford called to admit to feeding her neighborhood racoons every night for the last 12 years. Photo credit: Sue in Branford
13m Aug 01, 2025
13m
Friday, Aug. 1: Tribe's Nightmare Stories, Beach Jam, Marty's Freddie Mercury Notes
Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe to call in their real-life nightmare stories, from bear encounters, to late night volleyball games and even some viral thievery. (0:00) Jim Pino from the Rum Runners (and other bands) was in with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about the 16th annual Beach Jam. They've raised over $625,000 so far for cancer patient care. (18:13) During Stump the Chumps, Marty calle...
26m Aug 01, 2025
26m
Pod Pick: Waterbury Stepmom Attorney on DCF Report
Chaz and AJ spoke with attorney John Kaloidis, regarding the recent DCF report on the Waterbury stepmom case. Attorney Kaloidis is defending the stepmom, and believes the report exonorates his client from wrong doing.
14m Jul 31, 2025
14m
Thursday, July 31: Summer Injuries, Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik, Heavy Metal Parking Lot
Dr. Ron Clark was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to handle Top 10 duties this morning. He shared the top 10 injuries he sees in the E.R. during the summer months. (0:00) In Dumb Ass News, a kid tried to impress a girl by driving his dad's car like a professional, but wound up totaling it. (19:21) Connecticut's Madison Herrick was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk about setting a world reco...
1hr 18m Jul 31, 2025
1hr 18m
Pod Pick: Haunted CT Stories with Mike Bielawa
Michael Bielawa was in studio with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about haunted places in Connecticut. Michael has several books out, but calls from the Tribe this morning proved there's always more to learn, including the "dogman" of Seymour.
20m Jul 30, 2025
20m
Wednesday, July 30: Manchester Flasher, Odd Injuries, Ozzy's Funeral
Manchester Mayor Jay Moran was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about the serial flasher, who was arrested, after the story wound up going viral on social media. (0:00) The Tribe called in their odd injury stories, after AJ admitted to feeling a lot of pain when he sneezes. Foosball, racing children, and hotel sex all sent people to an emergency room. (9:37) A few different ...
39m Jul 30, 2025
39m
Pod Pick: Connecticut's First Wegman's
Chaz and AJ still can't believe a grocery store has captivated so many people in the state, the first-ever Wegman's in Norwalk. Ruth decided to check it out over the weekend, and the grand opening was covered by News 12, who inteviewed a "superfan."
14m Jul 29, 2025
14m
Tuesday, July 29: Store Manager Locked Up a 10-Year-Old Girl, Human Remains, Love Island Idiots
In Dumb Ass News, a store manager was arrested after locking up a 10-year-old girl for walking through his freshly mopped floor. (0:00) A potential home buyer claims to have found human remains on the property walkthrough. News 8's Mike Cerulli was in studio and Johnathan Carbutti was on the phone. (5:46) Mike Cerulli says he's completely baffled by people who enjoy watching "Love Island." Ru...
46m Jul 29, 2025
46m