Pod Pick: Jimmy Koplik Drops Clues to a Big 2026 Show
Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning, and addressed Paul McCartney's added tour dates skipping over Boston and New York. Plus, the Tribe called in their questions, and got some exciting news regarding Kenny Chesney, Nickleback and Guns N Roses.
23m Jul 17, 2025
23m
Thursday, July 17: Contaminated Water, AJ's Root Canal, Dolly the Autopsy Technician
Some swimming holes are closed in Connecticut today, due to bacteria. Chaz and AJ think those contaminated waters are still FAR safer than what they used to swim in. (0:00) AJ's root canal experience was great, compared to the warnings he received from the Tribe. (13:53) In Dumb Ass News, a criminal helps Chaz and AJ learn about all the options you can buy at WalMart. (19:01) Dolly the autop...
52m Jul 17, 2025
52m
Pod Pick: Pastor Kenneth Moales Fights Off Robbery Attempt
Bridgeport pastor Kenneth Moales Jr. was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to recount his viral video, fighting off a robbery attempt in Baltimore. While attending a funeral, a young man attemped to carjack him and pointed a gun at him. Pastor Moales said his Bridgeport upbringing and football playing past helped him fight off the attacker, making sure he got a "taste of concrete." Ph...
17m Jul 16, 2025
17m
Pod Pick: Rudy Sarzo on Ozzy's Farewell Show
Chaz and AJ spoke with Rudy Sarzo about the all-day farewell to Ozzy and Black Sabbath at the Back to the Beginning concert and tribute. Rudy shared a bit about the backstage scene, with so much rock royalty hanging out. Photo credit: Jason Roman
15m Jul 15, 2025
15m
Tuesday, July 15: A Vacation Buttcrack Catastrophe, Pizza Fest, Lightning Strike Stories
Chaz and Jennifer had another vacation story this morning, this time involving a ton of wet mud in a buttcrack. (0:00) The Tribe was calling in some of the worst concerts they've attended, while Mackenzie Carey from The Parlor was in studio to talk about Sunday's CT Pizza and Brew Fest. (6:48) Chaz will be introducing the band on Sunday, the Yacht Lobsters. He was pitching AJ on some potentia...
46m Jul 15, 2025
46m
Pod Pick: Poop Cruise Director, Jen Baxter
Chaz and AJ spoke to Jen Baxter, the cruise director of the infamous "poop cruise." The whole event was recently covered on NetFlix, and Jen was the runaway star of the episode. Photo Credit: Getty Images
19m Jul 14, 2025
19m
Monday, July 14: Laughing Vacation Goats, Biting Picnic Pigs, Streaking Baseball Coaches
Chaz is back from vacation, and shared a story of running into a laughing goat at a restaurant in Vermont. (0:00) Russell Ruff of Somers, CT is richer today because of his cat, Patches. Russell won $150,000, after his cat found the winning ticket behind his bed while hiding from fireworks. (5:44) In Dumb Ass News, the story of a couple having sex while drunkenly driving their RV takes a backs...
1hr 4m Jul 14, 2025
1hr 4m
The Best of the Lawncast at Hillbilly Heaven
Chaz and AJ did a live broadcast this morning from Dom and Donna's in North Branford this morning, or as they called it on the air, "Hillbilly Heaven." There is a taste of everything this morning had to offer; from outfits, to creative ways to feed the chickens, the return of the buttle rockets (featuring a cannon!) and a surprise early announcement from Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik. Boss Keith's...
37m Jul 03, 2025
37m
Pod Pick: Competitve Eater Nick Wehry
Chaz and AJ spoke with one of the competitors in this year's Nathan's Hot Dog eating competition, Nick Wehry. His records include 46 moon pies, 41 pork rolls, and over 9 pounds of Spam from the can. Photo courtesy: Getty Images
14m Jul 02, 2025
14m
Wednesday, July 2: A Cattle Decapitation Cameo for Ethan, Fireworks Kevin, 80's Songs with Mike Cerulli
A few weeks ago, Tribe member Ethan shared some stories of his dad accidentally shooting himself on three different occasions. Chaz and AJ reached out to Travis of Cattle Decapitation through Cameo to send some words of encouragement to Ethan. (0:00) Fireworks Kevin was on the phone with Chaz and AJ from American Fireworks, to talk about all the CT fireworks shows he's helped put together this...
35m Jul 02, 2025
35m
Pod Pick: Tornado Warning with Jennifer
Jennifer was on the phone this morning, after listening to the woman in Dumb Ass News who drove through a tornado. Jennifer shared the call she took from Chaz, when tornadoes came through Connecticut in 2018.
6m Jul 01, 2025
6m
Tuesday, July 1: Fast and Furious Movies, Driving Through a Tornado, Emily Siero's Smoke Alarm
Chaz acidentally started a long conversation about the Fast and Furious movies while trying to set up a clip from Vin Diesel. Towards the end, the Tribe might have conviced Chaz to start watching these. (0:00) In Dumb Ass News, she's driving through a tornado. (14:07) Comedian Emily Siero was in with Chaz and AJ this morning, and shared a story about her smoke detector going off at 1 AM befor...
43m Jul 01, 2025
43m
Pod Pick: DOT Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto
Chaz and AJ welcomed Garrett Eucalitto back into the studio this morning, to take calls from the Tribe about their morning commutes. The DOT Commissioner explained why the state has changed the numbers for many highways exits, why the Stratford sinkhole has such a long project window, and shared his thoughts on A.I.
24m Jun 30, 2025
24m
Monday, June 30: Donna the LawnCast Winner, 80's Obsession, Monkey in the Break Room
In Dumb Ass News, a Florida man's reckless driving even scares other Florida men. (0:00) The Chaz and AJ LawnCast will broadcast from Donna's place in North Branford on Thursday. Donna's already planning to send out a ton of invites, and figure out who will eat all the food coming in. (7:42) Violet Sky has built an online following for her dedication to the 80's. She was on the phone with Cha...
37m Jun 30, 2025
37m
Pod Pick: Cheapo Encounters
Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe to call in their encounters with "cheapos," or people who were rudely cheap. This all followed a story from Chaz, who is making sure to get a tip to the guys who loaded in his new appliances this week.
40m Jun 27, 2025
40m
Friday, June 27: Impaled with Dan Shea, LawnCast Finalist #5, Boss Keith's Top 5
A New Jersey lifeguard is OK after being impaled by an umbrella, but Chaz and AJ learned their guest Dan Shea had been impaled before, too. Dan shared the whole story about getting a pencil stuck through his arm in class. (0:00) East Haven makes an appearance in Dumb Ass News, after a person impersonating an employee tried to take two air conditioning units. (14:38) Michael from Wallingford, ...
1hr Jun 27, 2025
1hr
Pod Pick: Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik
Chaz and AJ had Jimmy Koplik on once again this morning, to talk about concerts in CT and share some behind the scenes stories. Jimmy shared details about the time Whitney Houston was served with court papers after a show in New Haven, and why throwing things on stage at David Lee Roth is a very bad idea.
23m Jun 26, 2025
23m
Thursday, June 26: A New CT Carp Record, LawnCast Finalist #4, Youngest to the Seven Summits, Nathan Grube Recaps the Travelers
Chaz and AJ spoke with Rafal Wlazlo this morning, who is now the former record-holder in Connecticut for largest carp caught. Rafal explained why he was called by the current record-holder, Norbert, shortly after the winning catch was reeled in. (0:00) Andy from North Branford was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to pitch his home and yard for the LawnCast on July 3rd. He started strong with a ga...
58m Jun 26, 2025
58m
Pod Pick: Mohegan Sun's Tom Cantone
Chaz and AJ spoke with Tom Cantone this morning about all the Hot Summer Fun coming to Mohegan Sun this year, starting with the big Def Leppard show at the Arena on July 3rd.
13m Jun 25, 2025
13m
Wednesday, June 25: Mike Lapitino's Top 10, Lawncast Finalist 3, Roger Susanin Wants a Cow
Mike Lapitino was on the phone this morning (a little late) to handle the Top 10 list for Chaz and AJ this morning. Mike had the ten best vacation places in Connecticut, and we all got to hear his first cup of coffee for the day. (0:00) Wayne from Hamden was on the phone as the third finalist to host the Chaz and AJ Lawncast next week. During his call, it became clear he was rooting for a prev...
1hr 7m Jun 25, 2025
1hr 7m
Pod Pick: Chaz Fights with Martin Popoff
Chaz and AJ invited author Martin Popoff on this morning to talk about his book about Guns 'N' Roses. Martin and Chaz disagreed about the band's role in the downfall of hair metal, and it all ended with a fail by Ruth, before she joined the show.
21m Jun 24, 2025
21m
Tuesday, June 24: Street Takeovers, Lawncast Finalist 2, Creepo Encounters
Vince Candelora was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about the Governor's attempt to crackdown on street takeovers. Plus, the Tribe calls in to talk about doing their jobs in intense heat. (0:00) In Dumb Ass News, a clip from Chaz's TikTok feed of the two dumbest contestants to ever appear on Family Feud. (16:05) The Chaz and AJ Lawncast is happening July 3rd, and Donna is a...
52m Jun 24, 2025
52m
Pod Pick: Road Rage with the Tribe
Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe to share their best road rage moments, which might have uncovered an unsolved crime from 1996, and a jar that caused four flat tires on the highway.
14m Jun 23, 2025
14m
Monday, June 23: Bombing Iran, Lawncast Finalist #1, The A.I. Apocalypse is Coming
Michael Shurkin, a national security and intelligence strategist, was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about the bombing of Iran over the weekend. What happens next? (0:00) Bristol, CT made Dumb Ass News, after a would-be burglar needed to be rescued fromt he chimney he tried to sneak through. (14:30) Chaz and AJ are going to be broadcasting from someone's backyard on July 3...
1hr 5m Jun 23, 2025
1hr 5m
Pod Pick: Helicopter Reporter Stu Mundel
Chaz and AJ loved the viral audio of Stu Mundel discussing his "legal marriage" status and "personal debacles" while covering the weekend's protests. Stu was on the phone this morning to talk about his viral moment, and speding time living in Connecticut as a kid. Photo credit: Stu Mundel
12m Jun 20, 2025
12m
Friday, June 20: Free Pepe's, Drunk Airplane Passenger, Golf World Record, Tribe's Summer Stories
Kevin Gagliardi from Pepe's Pizza was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to explain how you can get a free pizza tomorrow! (0:00) In Dumb Ass News, a drunk passenger grabs a woman's hair and attempts a world record for beeptones. (8:10) Scot Haney shared with Chaz and AJ his latest failed celebrity interview. Despite giving his all by singing, Scot was unable to get much from Rick Springfield. (14...
45m Jun 20, 2025
45m
Thursday, June 19: The Karen Read Verdict with Norm Pattis and Brian Foley, The "One Clap" Rule; Red, White, and Bundled; "Damn, That's An Alligator!"
Attorney Norm Pattis was back on with Chaz and AJ this morning to weigh in on theĀ  Karen Read verdict. (0:00) Dumb Ass News: A kindergarten graduation ceremony went full "Black Mirror" with a bizarre "one clap per student" rule. (16:02) Former Hartford Police detective Brian Foley was very happy with Karen Read's acquittal ("zero doubt that she is innocent") and had a lot to say about the slo...
50m Jun 19, 2025
50m
Pod Pick: Concert and Music News with Jimmy Koplik
Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on this morning with Chaz and AJ to talk about the big announcement that Stevie Nicks will be playing Hartford's Peoples Bank Arena, formerly known as the XL Center (and the Hartford Civic Center before that!) Then Jimmy and the Tribe shared some memories of past Ozzfests.
22m Jun 19, 2025
22m
Pod Pick: Summer Movies and F1 Ratings
Chaz and AJ invited Mike and Mike back in for more discussion on summer movies. The early reviews of the F1 movie really discouraged Chaz, then the Tribe offered some reboot ideas for movies that deserve them.
24m Jun 18, 2025
24m
Wednesday, June 18: SWAT in North Haven, Claude from Alabama, Lisa Wexler on Crazy Wills
Chaz and AJ started the show this morning with news from North Haven, where SWAT had been summoned and no one knew the full story. Things only got stranger, when it seemed no one from the town was calling in. (0:00) Claude Strother was on with Chaz and AJ a few months ago after surviving a Bobcat attack, and then had to deal with a cancer diagnosis. After a Tribe member called asking for an up...
50m Jun 18, 2025
50m
Pod Pick: Santino Ferrucci
IndyCar driver, and CT native, Santino Ferrucci was on the phone this morning with Chaz and AJ this morning. Santino recently had his highest ever race finish, and was in the Top 5 at the Indy 500. Photo courtesy: Santino Ferrucci
14m Jun 17, 2025
14m
Tuesday, June 17: Karen Read Deliberations, Turn Signal Meltdown, Kara Sundlun's Cliff Jumping Adventures
The Karen Read jury continues deliberations, so Chaz and AJ invited attorney Norm Pattis on to talk about the chances that she's cleared today. Plus, an assault in Connecticut involving brass knuckles. (0:00) In Dumb Ass News, an irate woman screeched about a ticket to a police officer, after following him into the police station. Her rant even got its own internet remix. (16:57) Kara Sundlun...
46m Jun 17, 2025
46m
Pod Pick: Weapons in the Car
A road rage story out of Trumbull prompted Chaz and AJ to ask the Tribe about the weapons they keep in their car, in case of an incident where they might have to defend themselves. A box of nails, a can of ether, knives, machetes, pepper spray and firearms were all called in.
29m Jun 16, 2025
29m
Monday, June 16: Dog Stories, Guitar Made From a Skeleton, Injury Stories with Attorney Errante
In Dumb Ass News, a Florida woman was arrested after chasing a teen on an e-bike with her car down the bike path. (0:00) Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe to call in their stories of being bitten by a dog, so their guest Mike DeBarba could offer insight into avoiding similar circumstances in the future. (6:16) Prince Midnight was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to explain his journey to ...
54m Jun 16, 2025
54m
Pod Pick: Dad Fails!
Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe to celebrate fatherhood by sharing their biggest dad fails. From road rage, to accidental shootings and Norm Pattis called in about his tough guy Chicago father.
22m Jun 13, 2025
22m
Friday, June 13: Lone Plane Crash Survivor, Scot Haney's Karaoke Cheese, and 100 Years of Pepe's Pizza
Comedian Dom Fig was in this morning with Chaz and AJ, and everyone was talking about the sole survivor of the Air India plane crash. The Tribe called in to talk about their close calls and some miraculous survival stories. (0:00) AJ's Top 10 was about the things that make dads angry. The Tribe had a hard time getting guesses to land early, but caught up in the second half. (14:05) More calls...
1hr 7m Jun 13, 2025
1hr 7m
Pod Pick: Jimmy Koplik Remembers Brian Wilson
Chaz and AJ welcomed Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik on the show this morning, and asked him about his long friendship with the Beach Boys. Jimmy shared plenty of stories of all the Wilson brothers, and also remembered the one and only show he booked with Sly Stone in 1970. Photo credit: Jimmy Koplik
25m Jun 12, 2025
25m
Thursday, June 12: New Haven Protest, Oldest Stoner, West Haven Fun Facts
New Haven's Police Chief, Karl Jacobson, was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about the planned protests this weekend. (0:00) In Dumb Ass News, Chaz and AJ tried to find the oldest stoner in the audience. (11:49) West Haven mayor Dorinda Borer was on the phone this morning to share her Top 5 unknown fun facts about the city. (21:16) In Dumb Ass News, Chaz and AJ learned a l...
40m Jun 12, 2025
40m
Pod Pick: Coyote Peterson
Chaz and AJ spoke with Coyote Peterson from "Brave Wilderness" about the worst stings he's endured, and his answer was a bit surprising. The common yellowjacket, turned out to be his most painful experience after being stung more than 100 times in a span of just 10 seconds. Photo Credit: Getty Images
14m Jun 11, 2025
14m
Wednesday, June 11: Kid Hailed as "Hero," Speeding Stories with Sgt. Luke Davis, Ozempic Stories
Chaz and AJ were not about to let an 11-year-old kid be called a hero, after he made the news for calling 9-1-1 to help his elderly neighbor, who became trapped under her car. (0:00) Sgt. Luke Davis with the Connecticut State Police joined Chaz and AJ in studio for Dumb Ass News, to talk about some creative speeding stories he's heard. Plus, some "Forrest Gump" quotes to go with the 9-1-1 call...
42m Jun 11, 2025
42m
Pod Pick: Tipping Stories and Nightmares
Comedian Emily Siero was in studio with Chaz and AJ, sharing some recent tipping nightmares. The Tribe was quick to jump in to share their experiences from both sides of the transaction.
26m Jun 10, 2025
26m
Tuesday, June 10: Gentlemen's Club, Kitten Rescue, John Pierson's 30 Years
Chaz and AJ were reading a story about a New Haven gentlemen's club, and wondered what kind of stuff goes on in there. (0:00) John DeBacker went viral for one of his latest kitten rescues, coaxing a little one out of a pipe. John was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about his rescue operation, and why he volunteers all of his time doing it. (11:23) In Dumb Ass News, a kid cr...
54m Jun 10, 2025
54m
Pod Pick: Erik Turner of Warrant
Erik Turner, founding member of Warrant, was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this moring to talk about the Jam at the Dam, how Cherry Pie was made, and the famous dogs he picked up in L.A. working a side gig before the band broke big.
14m Jun 09, 2025
14m
Monday, June 9: Waiting in Line, No Water From Starbucks, Carp Record Holder
Michelle from Hamden was in charge of this morning's Chaz and AJ Top 10 list, and she chose the things to do while waiting in a long line. (0:00) Is there a serial killer in New England? Chaz and AJ ran through some recent examples with Jane Boroski, who is convinced there are connections between some of the reported deaths. (11:19) In Dumb Ass News, a man's health emergency was not important...
1hr 2m Jun 09, 2025
1hr 2m
Pod Pick: Two-Time Hero, Tim
Chaz and AJ spoke with Tim Nielsen this morning, who recently helped to rescue a dog in Wallingford. The story involves a car accident, a river rescue, and lots of patience on Tim's part in between jokes.
11m Jun 06, 2025
11m
Friday, June 6: Bagpipes in the Park, Vacation Nightmares, Boss Keith's Prom Memories
In Dumb Ass News, Chaz and AJ ask the Tribe to find the dumbass! Is it the bagpiper, or the woman with the flashlight? (0:00) Comedian Jim Gallagher was in studio with Chaz and AJ this morning, and during their call with Scot Haney, Jim shared a crazy story about a family vacation in P-Town. (7:29) Mt. Etna erupted recently, and many viral videos were shared online of people racing down the m...
46m Jun 06, 2025
46m
Pod Pick: A Record Carp Catch
Chaz and AJ spoke with Rafal Wlazlo, who recently fished a behemoth carp out of a Connecticut lake. Rafal was on the phone this morning to talk about his specialty bait, and how much planning went into the catch, which he says was no accident. Photo credit: Rafal Wlazlo
11m Jun 05, 2025
11m
Thursday, June 5: The Massive Wallingford Pool, In Flight Gender Reveal, Hated Celebrites
After hearing the interview Chaz and AJ did with Sawborg Destructo of GWAR, a few Tribe members called to share stories of them destroying local bars in their early days. Plus, Wallingford mayor, Vinny Cervoni was on the phone to talk about the town's plans for their massive pool; the second-largest in the world. (0:00) In Dumb Ass News, a couple on an international flight insisted the flight ...
27m Jun 05, 2025
27m
Pod Pick: GWAR's Sawborg Destructo
Chaz and AJ spoke with Sawborg Destructo this morning, ahead of GWAR's show this weekend at the Toyota Oakdale Theater. Ruth was hoping to make it on stage to be "sacrificed" during the live performance, which Sawborg was more than happy to agree to. Photo credit: Shawn Stanley
11m Jun 04, 2025
11m
Wednesday, June 4: The Heart Warming Bidding War, Melanie Little on Karen Read Trial 2, Jimmy Koplik
During Mike S's Top 10 Horror Movie Body Counts, AJ had a big problem with anyone who died during the Halloween movies at the hands of Michael Myers. (0:00) In Dumb Ass News, a toddler needed rescue after getting on the luggage carosel. (6:20) Chaz and AJ were excited to reach the $10,000 goal for Teddy from Bethany's Make-A-Wish. All that was left was to end the auction for the Eric Clapton ...
1hr 7m Jun 04, 2025
1hr 7m