Pod Pick: Santa Fails Across Connecticut
This weekend was a rough one for Santas in the state of Connecticut. Chaz and AJ saw a Santa who got stuck while rappeling down a building in Norwalk, then had to be rescued during the event. Later, a Tribe member called in from Stamford about their Santa zipline fail, that sent Mrs. Claus crashing through the landing zone.
39m Dec 09, 2024
39m
Monday, Dec. 9: Chaz Tries Pho, A Christmas Tree Fail, Nicole Nalepa and Jimmy Koplik Hints at Shows on Sale
Chaz had lunch with Connoisseur Media CEO Jeff Warshaw on Friday in Bridgeport. Chaz admitted it was his first time ever trying pho, and was not impressed immediately by just looking at it. (0:00) In Dumb Ass News, Chaz and AJ had audio of a Christmas tree lighting ceremony that never got the lights to work. (5:49) Nicole Nalepa from Channel 3 was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to...
23m Dec 09, 2024
23m
Pod Pick: Brian Foley's Fox News Appearance
Chaz and AJ had Brian Foley, former Hartford Police detective on the phone this morning before and after his visit to Fox New. Brian was there to talk about the details of the manhunt for the shooter that killed the CEO of United HealthCare. However, he noticed a lot of additional police and security in the building, since Melania was on the show right before his segment. Photo courtesy: Reuters
13m Dec 06, 2024
13m
Friday, Dec. 6: Scot Haney and the OGees, Road Rage and Weapons in Cars, Boss Keith's Top 5
Comedian Dom Fig was in studio with Chaz and AJ for Dumb Ass News, where a teacher in Florida was arrested after bring weed, sex toys, and snacks to an Elementary School. (0:00) WFSB's Scot Haney was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk about his OGees performance next Friday at the Toy Drive. The crew went through the individual vocal performances, and noticed something different about AJ's ...
47m Dec 06, 2024
47m
Pod Pick: Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik Hints at 10 Shows Going on Sale
Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ this morning, to hint at a few things in the works for next year, and 10 shows all going on sale at the same time, next Friday.
28m Dec 05, 2024
28m
Thursday, Dec. 5: Brian Foley on United HealthCare CEO Murder, Christina's Christmas Display Visible from Space
Former Hartford Police detective Brian Foley was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk about the details of the fatal shooting of United HealthCare CEO, Brian Thompson. (0:00) Christina Stergiopoulos was on the phone to talk about the 42-foot inflatable Santa she and her husband have put on display in their front yard. The massive Santa has attracted a lot of attention and visitors. (12:42)
25m Dec 05, 2024
25m
Pod Pick: Chaz's Eye Injury, Tribe Stories
Chaz shared on the air this morning that he may have injured his eyeball, after a piece of fingernail got stuck in there while he was trimming his nails. Jennifer called in to share her back injury from putting on a longsleeve shirt, and then the Tribe started calling in with their own silly injury stories.
15m Dec 04, 2024
15m
Wednesday, Dec. 4: Danbury's Movie Theater Mess, Holiday Gadgets for Gifting, Building the Shanty Claus Shed
Former Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning, to explain how his post on social media lead to news coverage of a local theater. Clearly, the theater was understaffed and unprepared for the big movie weekend, as piles of food and garbage were seen by many patrons. (0:00) Steve Greenberg, "The Gadget Guy" was on with some helpful information and advice for th...
37m Dec 04, 2024
37m
Pod Pick: Former NYPD Officer Stu Friedman
Chaz and AJ invited former NYPD officer Stu Friedman in studio this morning, to share some stories from his time in New York. Stu joined in the 1970's, was involved in shootouts, still has a bullet lodged in his chest to this day, and his written numerous books about the NYPD during the time frame.
21m Dec 03, 2024
21m
Tuesday, Dec. 3: Women Scream at Lake, Brian Foley on Naked Diner, Box Office Poison with Tim Robey
Chaz and AJ spoke with Brad Wells of Fairview Tree Farm about Christmas tree care,a nd the common mistakes to avoid before setting a tree up in your home. (0:00) In Dumb Ass News, a group of women in Wisconsin gathered together to scream at a lake. (8:17) A man in Tolland, CT cleared out a restaurant during dinner time, when he walked in naked. Brian Foley was on the phone to talk about the i...
44m Dec 03, 2024
44m
Pod Pick: Luis Arce's Incredibly Rescue Story
Chaz and AJ spoke with Luis Arce this morning, who helped the tanker truck driver that found his vehicle on fire on 91 a few weeks ago. The fire stopped traffic for hours, but that gave Luis time to meet Chris, the driver of the truck, and develop a friendship after saving him from the side of the road. Photo courtesy: Luis Arce
11m Dec 02, 2024
11m
Monday, Dec. 2: Working in Stranger's Homes, Deep Frying Turkeys, Strange Items in Your Car
Chaz and AJ spoke with Tribe member "Nancy," about a harrowing incident she went through recently as an animal rescue person. She was requested for a home call, and detailed the story up until the moment she felt unsafe in this person's home. (0:00) A home in Wesport was destroyed by a fire, after an attempt at deep-frying a Thanksgiving turkey went horribly wrong. (5:58) A box truck hit an R...
53m Dec 02, 2024
53m
Pod Pick: What Boss Keith Is Thankful For
In the spirit of the Thanksgiving, Boss Keith shared the Top 5 things he is thankful for this year.
7m Nov 27, 2024
7m
Wednesday, November 27: Thanksgiving Eve!
For our sendoff into the long Thanksgiving weekend, Chaz and AJ took calls from the Tribe who shared stories of the people and things they are thankful for and some for which they are not so thankful. (0:00) Dr. Jacqueline Pino of Guilford Veterinary Hospital shared some important things to keep in mind to keep your pet out of the emergency vet's office during the Thanksgiving holiday feeding ...
39m Nov 27, 2024
39m
Pod Pick: Thanksgiving Travel Tips, Tribe Stories
Chaz and AJ spoke with Amanda from Largay Travel about the Thanksgiving travel rush, and what to expect at airports with so many people coming through. Plus, the Tribe called in to share their travel stories with babies, since Phil will be taking his son on a plane for the first time. Photo courtesy: Getty Images
31m Nov 26, 2024
31m
Tuesday, Nov. 26: Cooking Giblets, Al the Shanty Claus, Calling 9-1-1 For Math
Chaz and AJ don't know why the turkey giblets are included with the bird carcass, until it was revealed to Chaz that he's been eating them every year without realizing. (0:00) In Dumb Ass News, a mom was arrested after threatening drivers at a McDonald's with a gun, and accidentally shooting her own daughter. (5:31) Al in the Shed will be joining Chaz and AJ for the Toy Drive on December 13th...
30m Nov 26, 2024
30m
Pod Pick: Jeff Derderian on New CT School Bus Cameras
Jeff Derderian from News 8 was in studio this morning, to talk about the new AI camera system that is being installed on school buses across the state. A plague of drivers have ignored the school bus stop sign, and this camera system is supposed to crack down on that. There might be an issue though, regarding whether or not the police can use the footage as valid evidence.
17m Nov 25, 2024
17m
Monday, Nov. 25: The Worst Thanksgiving Sides, A Football Miracle, Martin Nolan on Prince's Guitar Auctio
Chaz's wife, Jennifer handled the Top 10 list this morning. She put together her list of the worst Thanksgiving sides, but not without some controversy. (0:00) News 8's John Pierson was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about the miraculous ending to the Cowboys game yesterday. Plus, the trifecta of suck that is the Jets, Giants and Patriots. (13:44) Martin Nolan was back thi...
41m Nov 25, 2024
41m
Pod Pick: Truck Fire, Road Closure, Bathroom Stories
Chaz and AJ had to abandon their segment plans, when a terrible traffic situation unfolded during the show. 91 was closed for a truck fire, and some Tribe members called in their reports from the scene. Plus, stories from being stuck in traffic during a bathroom emergency, including Ruth's extremeley impressive shot glass situation.
27m Nov 22, 2024
27m
Friday, Nov. 22: Stories of Surviving Incredible Falls, Remembering Jodi Rell, Boss Keith's Top 5
Comedian Ayesheh Mae was in studio with Chaz and AJ this morning for Dumb Ass News. During the segment about surviving a fall from a skyscraper, the Tribe called in some stories about surviving their own incredible falls. (0:00) Eric Berthel was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to remember Governor Jodi Rell, who died at the age of 78 this week. (11:50) An art piece consisting solely of a banana...
41m Nov 22, 2024
41m
Pod Pick: The Jimmy Koplik Documentary
Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik made a visit to the studio this morning, to spend time with Chaz and AJ in front of a film crew. A documentary is being made about Jimmy's career, and the Tribe called in to hear about some behind-the-scenes stories from the biggest Connecticut concerts. From the legendary Eagles show at the Yale Bowl (that nearly didn't happen!) to the time Jimmy was screamed at by S...
32m Nov 21, 2024
32m
Thursday, Nov. 21: Child Shoved Into Dryer, Tribe Calls in Parent Moments They'd Be Arrested For, Rock Auction World Record
In Dumb Ass News, a 6-year-old child was shoved into a dryer after losing a bag of chips. (0:00) The Tribe called in the things their parents used to do all the time, that they might be arrested for today. A lot of kids used to buy cigarettes for their parents, and teachers certainly had way more leeway with kids than they do now. (7:52) Martin Nolan from Julien's Auctions was on the phone wi...
36m Nov 21, 2024
36m
Pod Pick: Undercover Beauty, Tina Moreira
Chaz and AJ welcomed Tina Moreira in studio this morning, to share some incredible stories about her time as an undercover detective with the NYPD. Starting at just 16 years old, she knew she wanted to be a cop, and her undercover work helped to thwart a mob hit on then-mayor, Rudy Giuliani.
25m Nov 20, 2024
25m
Wednesday, Nov. 20: Brandon Steiner on Paul Skenes Card, Brian Foley on Tequila Heist, Volunteer Firefighter Needs a Kidney
A man flashed his jiggling genitals in Dumb Ass News, which reminded comedian Emily Siero of some unwanted text messages she's received. Plus, Ruth had TWO stories of being flashed by creeps. (0:00) A rare, Paul Skenes baseball card has a lot of collectors salivating. However, Brandon Steiner was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to issue a warning about the card, and collecting as a hobby in 2024...
47m Nov 20, 2024
47m
Pod Pick: Joe Exotic, the Tiger King, Live from Prison
Chaz and AJ took a call from Federal Prison this morning, to talk to Joe Exotic about his plans for release. Joe believes he will be pardoned by President Trump, and has tried to put his name forward as a cabinet member, pushing for the Head of Fish and Wildlife Service.
13m Nov 19, 2024
13m
Tuesday, Nov. 19: Eversource Raising Rates, Smuggling Tarantulas, CT's Swinger Parties with Ghost
Chaz and AJ spoke with CT state senator Ryan Fazio, about the proposed rate hike from Eversouce. Why does this keep happening, and why is it always up to the customers to foot the bill? (0:00) Comedian Vince Berry was in studio for Dumb Ass News, and the story of a man who was caught attempting to smuggle way too many tarantulas. (12:38) Ghost, the host and founder of some popular CT swinger ...
38m Nov 19, 2024
38m
Pod Pick: The Science of Fetishes
Chaz and AJ spoke with a professor that literally wrote the book on sexual fetishes. Dr. Mark Griffiths is a professor and researcher that has specialized his efforts around fetishes and sexual perversions. One his very first subjects was someone who found themselves aroused by flatulence. Photo credit: Dr. Mark Griffiths
15m Nov 18, 2024
15m
Monday, Nov. 18: Tyson "Fight," West Haven Footbrawl, Car Accident Stories
Chaz and AJ opened the show with a lot of frustration. Some from the proposed rate hike by Eversource, and some by the "fight" between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul. (0:00) WFSB sport guy, Joe Zone was on with Chaz and AJ this morning to handle Top 10 duties, but also to recap the Mike Tyson fight. Joe's Top 10 was the greatest boxers of his lifetime. (12:40) Friday night in West Haven turned viol...
51m Nov 18, 2024
51m
Pod Pick: World's Best Hand Fartist
Chaz and AJ spoke with the world's best hard fartist this morning, Der Schaelm. He was on the phone live from Germany, and shared his tips for getting the most consistent fart sounds, and which videos have gone most viral on his social media pages. Photo courtesy: der_schaelm
15m Nov 15, 2024
15m
Friday, Nov. 15: Road Rage Sword Attack, Viral Moments, Boss Keith Has Seen All the Nudes
In Dumb Ass News, a road rage incident took a turn for the ridiculous when a sword was involved. (0:00) Chaz and AJ have seen a lot of viral moments this week, from the Cheshire teacher, to the Wheel of Fortune "sausage" moment. They asked the Tribe to call in and share their own, personal viral moments, which included a swinger party in New Haven. (5:48) Boss Keith's Top 5 list was the thing...
35m Nov 15, 2024
35m
Pod Pick: Dennis House on Exclusive with Cheshire Teacher
Chaz and AJ had Dennis House on the phone this morning, to talk about his exclusive interview with Cheshire teacher Annie Dunleavy, who has decided to resign. Dennis does not believe she is emotionally unstable or dangerous, and will share the full 12-minute interview on Sunday.
19m Nov 14, 2024
19m
Thursday, Nov. 14: Cheshire Teacher Resigns, Kicked Out of Concerts, AG Tong vs. Yankee Gas
Ansonia Mayor David Cassetti was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about the Cheshire teacher resigning after sitting down with Dennis House of News 8. (0:00) In Dumb Ass News, a surgical needle was inside a woman for 18 years, and a comedian has launched a business to ream out your boss on your behalf. (11:06) The Tribe called in their concert stories, with a focus on the on...
50m Nov 14, 2024
50m
Pod Pick: Brian the Sleep Tech's Top 10 List
Chaz and AJ will often ask guests or listeners to help with the Top 10 lists each morning. Today, was Brian the sleep tech's first attempt at it. It did not go very well, but eveyone was certainly trying their hardest.
14m Nov 13, 2024
14m
Wednesday, Nov. 13: Cheshire Backlash, The New Haven Tree Warden, Chaz and AJ Hockey Night
Chaz and AJ continued the discussion this morning about Cheshire, and the viral teacher rant against those who voted for Donald Trump. (0:00) In Dumb Ass News, a delivery driver dropped a food order after a dog barked at him. Plus, a dead man was found in a tanning bed after missing for three days. (13:49) New Haven's tree warden, Annie Mixsell, was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning ...
41m Nov 13, 2024
41m
Pod Pick: Darby Allin on AEW Wrestling, Jumping a House, Climbing Everest
Chaz and AJ had AEW Wrestling superstar Darby Allin in studio this morning. Darby talked about his early TV career on a little-known TLC show, the infamous stunt of jumping over his house in a Jeep, and shared his plans to climb Mount Everest. Darby even showed off his ability to hold his breath for a long time, since training for the climb.
34m Nov 12, 2024
34m
Tuesday, Nov. 12: Teacher Meltdowns and Cheshire Madness
Chaz and AJ had thoughts on the viral meltdown from a teacher in the Cheshire school system, that has caused a backlash in the community, and lead to increased security measures this week on the school property. The Tribe called in their teacher stories, and AJ shared a memory that has stuck with him since the first grade. (0:00) More teacher stories from the Tribe, who seem to be quite skille...
38m Nov 12, 2024
38m
Pod Pick: The Lighter Side of Service
In honor of Veteran's Day, Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe members who have served (or had family that served) to call and share some light-hearted or funny moments from their time in the military. There is no such thing as a "routine" bathroom trips, beware the toilet flushes on a submarine, and never play with live grenades.
25m Nov 11, 2024
25m
Monday, Nov. 11: Rocky Hill Police on "Wheel of Fortune," Ayehsheh's Wedding Planning, Veteran's Day with Dayvon Smith
Tonight, on Wheel of Fortune, a Rocky Hill police officer will be competing for their Veteran's Day special. Will Jordan was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to share a little about his performance, and a hint about a funny moment he thinks has the potential to go viral. (0:00) In Dumb Ass News, a woman uses nail glue instead of eye drops, and a pickle popping influencer finds out she's allergic....
50m Nov 11, 2024
50m
Friday, Nov. 8: Battle of the Box Wrap Up, Boss Keith Hates Dogs, Plans for Chaz in 2025
Boss Keith entered the box this morning at 6 AM, for the final 3-hour stint of the Battle of the Box. Chaz and AJ did not reveal the song he'd be listening to until after his Vince Berry intro, and he sat down to start the shift. (0:00) Fox 61's Matt Scott was on the phone to recap his time in the box from last night, enduring 2 hours of DeBarge. Plus, the difficulty he had trying to interview...
1hr 6m Nov 08, 2024
1hr 6m
Pod Pick: Jimmy Koplik from Live Nation
Jimmy Koplik joined Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about Oasis making the decision to cancel over 50,000 tickets to their reunion tour, after secondary market website were selling them for a massive price increase. Plus, the Tribe called in the Connecticut concerts they wished they had an opportunity to attend.
23m Nov 07, 2024
23m
Thursday, Nov. 7: The Battle of the Box Begins
Fox 61's Matt Scott was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about his time in the box tomorrow, on site at McDermott Chevrolet and Lexus of New Haven. Plus, Boss Keith needs a song for his time Friday morning in the box. (0:00) Suggestions continued to roll in from the Tribe for Keith's torture song, and two Connecticut natives made Dumb Ass News. (13:40) WFSB's Caitlin Francis...
53m Nov 07, 2024
53m
Pod Pick: Dennis House on the Presidential Election
Chaz and AJ spoke with Dennis House this morning, about Donald Trump winning the 2024 Presidential Election.
16m Nov 06, 2024
16m
Wednesday, Nov. 6: Trump Wins, Dennis House on Surprising Election, Battle of the Box Participants Finalized
Chaz and AJ came on the air this morning, as the votes officially jumped into Donald Trump's favor for President. (0:00) Ansonia Mayor Cassetti was sad about his loss in a close race against Kara Rochelle, but was very happy about the Trump win. Vinny Candelora called in after to talk about the local race results in Connecticut, and what they might mean for the Republicans. (18:38) Chaz and A...
50m Nov 06, 2024
50m
Pod Pick: Announcing Battle of the Box Guests
Chaz and AJ have decided to keep AJ out the box this year, and instead will deploy a rotating schedule of guests in 2-hour shifts. Ruth, Caitlin Francis from WFSB, and Matt Scott from Fox 61 all agreed to participate this year. The quest now is to find the songs that will annoy them. Photo credit: Caitlin Francis
28m Nov 05, 2024
28m
Podcast, Nov. 5: Live Election Day Coverage, Chaz and AJ Attack Ads, Stump the Chumps
Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe to call in their live updates from the voting booth, where it seemed very few places were busy. The early voting system certainly seemed to help cut down on long lines. (0:00) In Dumb Ass News, Chaz and AJ took a surprise, live, and very real call from Governor Lamont on his voting plans today. Plus, a local dumbass becomes the headline today. (13:58) Since today i...
44m Nov 05, 2024
44m
Pod Pick: Battle of the Box with Dennis House, Marcy Jones, Caitlin Francis
In the past, AJ in the Box has been a tremendous help to raising money for the Chaz and AJ Toy Drive, but this year is different. Dennis House, Marcy Jones and Caitlin Francis are all taking shifts in the box to help raise money. The question now, is which song should be played while they're in to annoy them?
16m Nov 04, 2024
16m
Monday, Nov. 4: Wake and Bake Tribe Member on Street Takeovers, Gary Graff's 501 Essential Albums of the 90's
Chaz talked about the Vicki Soto 5K this weekend, and how his fear of heights came into play during hosting duties this year. His wife, Jennifer did not seem to help with that fear. (0:00) Chaz and AJ were talking about some arrests made during a recent street takeover, when a wake and bake Tribe member called in to share their thoughts on the topic. (5:09) In Dumb Ass News, a woman was arres...
31m Nov 04, 2024
31m
Pod Pick: Boss Keith Pretends to Love the Dodgers
Chaz and AJ invited Boss Keith in studio for his Top 5, which was all about him pretending to be a Dodger fan since they beat the Yankees in the World Series.
10m Nov 01, 2024
10m
Friday, Nov. 1: Scot Haney, the Battle of the Box, Insult to Injury Stories
This year, a big change is being made to the "AJ in the Box" event; AJ will not be participating. So, instead there is expected to be a rotating cast of guests to help raise money for the Toy Drive. Scot Haney from Channel 3 cannot commit to the schedule, but thinks he found the perfect replacement, with another reporter from WFSB. (0:00) Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe to call in their "insult to...
32m Nov 01, 2024
32m
Pod Pick: Tony Spera on History of Annabelle
Chaz and AJ invited Tony Spera in studio this morning to share some stories from the Warrens. Tony is Ed and Lorraine's son-in-law, and a paranormal investigator and expert in his own right. The Tribe called in to ask about the history of the infamous Annabelle doll, and what makes it so dangerous.
19m Oct 31, 2024
19m