Pod Pick: Toy Drive Headliner, John Cafferty
John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band are headlining this year's Chaz and AJ McDermott Chevrolet and Lexus Toy Drive, live from Jordan's Furniture in New Haven. John was on the phone this morning to talk about the songs he'll be playing, how he felt about Eddie and the Cruisers, and his big takeaways from the Beatles docuseries on Disney Plus. 
22m Dec 08, 2021
22m
Wednesday, December 8: Hard To Pronounce Words; Dumb Ass News; AJ Knows A Lot About Musicals
The Tribe called in the words they have trouble pronouncing correctly, which included some car manufacturers, condiments, and most of the towns from a nearby state. (0:00)   Dumb Ass News - Many more mispronounced words, as the Tribe started to get a little testy with they way some people say words like "ask." (13:58)   Movie critic Joe Meyers was on to share his list of the best musicals, ...
36m Dec 08, 2021
36m
Pod Pick: AJ's "Great Day"
Yesterday, AJ left the show an hour early to guest host with Kara Sundlun on "Great Day Connecticut." Chaz wanted to hear how he did on TV, but couldn't get past his first 35 seconds of the show, since AJ nearly flubbed his own name, and then forgot the headliner of the Toy Drive.  
6m Dec 07, 2021
6m
Tuesday, December 7: Flame Throwers; Who Do You Tip For The Holidays; Guitarist Jeff Pitchell
Channel 3's Roger Susanin was on the phone with Chaz and AJ from Hamden High School, where metal detectors will be in place for students returning to class tomorrow. A rash of violence has a lot of parents of students feeling uncomfortable about their safety. (0:00)   While reading a news story about a man in Florida who attacked his neighbor with a flamethrower, Chaz and AJ made the mistake ...
49m Dec 07, 2021
49m
Pod Pick: Fran Rabinowitz on School Violence
Chaz and AJ spoke with Fran Rabinowitz, Executive Director for the Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents. There is a growing concern among teachers that students have too much power in the schools. Fran doesn't believe that is the case.  Photo Credit: Getty Images/tiero/iStock/Getty Images Plus
22m Dec 06, 2021
22m
Monday, December 6: Death Pool Reset; Toy Drive Rehearsal From Ansonia's And Naugatuck's Mayors; Lisa Lampanelli In Studio
Chaz and AJ reset the celebrity death pool, after Emma in Wallingford correctly picked Bob Dole. (0:00)   Ansonia Mayor Cassetti and Naugatuck Mayor Hess were both on the phone to practice their Toy Drive performance of Sonny and Cher's "I Got You Babe" (12:31)   Former comedian and current life coach Lisa Lampanelli was in studio this morning. Why did she leave her comedy career after 30 y...
51m Dec 06, 2021
51m
Pod Pick: Scot Haney
Scot Haney from WFSB Channel 3 will be live at Jordan's Furniture next Friday for the Chaz and AJ McDermott Chevrolet and Lexus Toy Drive. He is also going to be doing a live Bee Gees performance, with AJ! 
19m Dec 03, 2021
19m
Friday, December 3: Flubbles, Face Lasers and Getting High in the Wrong Places
Every Friday, Chaz and AJ play a montage of all their on-air slip-ups, the Flubble Montage! (0:00)  Trooper First Class Pedro Muniz was on the phone to talk about the recent arrests of three people, believed to be those responsible for the viral theft of laundry detergent from Market 32 in Oxford. (4:12)  In Dumb Ass News, a woman had her face burned by a technician with a laser, because she ...
56m Dec 03, 2021
56m
Pod Pick: Getting to Know the Attorney General
Chaz and AJ had CT Attorney General William Tong in studio this morning, so they could get to know him a little before next week's Toy Drive. He admitted to hating first dates, the concert he had to miss that he never quite got over, and his favorite albums while he was growing up. 
18m Dec 02, 2021
18m
Thursday, December 2: Substitute Teacher Stories; Porch Pirates; Jimmy Koplik
During news, Chaz and AJ were reading about yet another shortage affecting the country, substitute teachers. Not only were they shocked to see the average pay a substitute teacher makes, but then the Tribe started calling in their first-hand accounts of what it's like to lead a classroom. (0:00)   Hartford ranks among the top 10 cities in the country, where package theft is most active. Chaz ...
1hr 6m Dec 02, 2021
1hr 6m
Pod Pick: Toy Drive Headliner, John Cafferty
Chaz and AJ spoke with John Cafferty this morning about the Toy Drive on December 10th, which he and the Beaver Brown Band will be headlining. John talked about coming up in bars and clubs at the same time as Springsteen and Southside Johnny, his ties to New Haven, and took a few song requests from the show for his setlist. 
15m Dec 01, 2021
15m
Wednesday, December 1: Bad Decisions; A Deal At Pepe's To Help The Toy Drive
Your poor decisions. Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe to call in the worst choices they've made in their lives, but kicked things off by each sharing some bad decisions they've all made. (0:00)   Before movie critic Joe Meyers could share his Top 5 comedic Christmas movies, Chaz and AJ took a call from another Joe who wanted to comment on the previous guest's story about being cheated on. Then, As...
41m Dec 01, 2021
41m
Pod Pick: The Hoo-Ha Lineup
Missy in Middletown called back during a news segment about abandoned kittens, to share an important detail she left out from an earlier call. Chaz and AJ wound up asking a lot of questions about the picture of a hoo-ha Missy found in her boyfriend's camera, that she immediately knew was not hers.  Photo Credit: Getty Images/Aiman Dairabaeva/iStock/Getty Images Plus
15m Nov 30, 2021
15m
Tuesday, November 30: MMA Champ Sergio Pettis; Ansonia Vs. Naugatuck Mayors
AJ made a joke about "omicron" which fell flat, but had Chaz in hysterics for a different reason. (0:00)   Sergio Pettis is fighting on the main card Friday for Bellator 272, against Kyoji Horiguchi. He was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about the fight, his nerves, how he proposed to his fiancé a few months ago, and why he wouldn't wear matching shirts in Disney. (9:14) ...
38m Nov 30, 2021
38m
Pod Pick: Joey Okesson's Olympic Dreams
In studio with Chaz and AJ this morning, US snowboarder Joey Okesson who is working hard to get on the Winter Olympic team for snowboard halfpipe. Joey shared some stories about snowboarding in Switzerland, making an opportunity for himself when Shaun White had to duck out of a competition, and what needs to happen next for him to make a trip to Beijing in 2022.   Picture provided by Joey Okes...
21m Nov 29, 2021
21m
Monday, November 29: Ashley's Vacation; How You Found Out Your Partner Was Cheating; The Largest Mouth In The World
Chaz and AJ returned from a few extra days ready to get back to work, but Ashley seems to have lost her voice. She explained her torrid trip through Disney World, while everyone mostly just felt bad for her fiance and brother-in-law. (0:00)   How did you know that your partner was cheating? The Tribe had some real terrible stories, though one caller found the whole thing to be great inspirati...
57m Nov 29, 2021
57m
Pod Pick: Top 10 Thanksgiving Sides
Officer Joe took the lead for the Top 10 list at the start of the show. Chaz and AJ were surprised when he first emailed, thinking a big one was missing from the list.   Photo Credit: Getty Images/bhofack2/iStock/Getty Images Plus
15m Nov 24, 2021
15m
Wednesday, Nov. 24: The Flubble Montage, Choking Stories and the Naugatuck-Ansonia Football Game
A short week still produced a very entertaining Flubble Montage, carried once again, by AJ. (0:00) What you need to know before heading out onto CT roads this holiday weekend. Chaz and AJ spoke with CT State Police Sergeant Christine Jeltema. She also shared her surprising favorite side dish at Thanksgiving with the in-laws. (4:48)  Since it's a big eating weekend, Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe...
34m Nov 24, 2021
34m
Pod Pick: Jeff's Flammable Friend
The only saving grace here, is that it was raining. Jeff called Chaz and AJ this morning to share his story about accidentally lighting his friend on fire in their dinghy fort. They were only trying to keep warm, with a candle and a Cool Whip container full of gas.  Photo Credit: Getty Images/Stefano Spicca/iStock/Getty Images Plus
11m Nov 23, 2021
11m
Tuesday, November 23: Stories From The E.R.; Guitarist Gary Hoey; Killer Cranberry Sauce
A recipe for a killer homemade cranberry sauce. Chaz and AJ had Dave from Riverview Bistro on the phone with a top secret recipe, never before revealed in public, to wow your Thanksgiving guests with a killer cranberry sauce. (0:00)   Dr. Jacoby explains what the "wound unit" is at a hospital. Plus, calls from the Tribe about their most ridiculous trips to the emergency room, and Frank the CE...
50m Nov 23, 2021
50m
Pod Pick: Julien's Auctions' Big Rock Weekend
Chaz and AJ spoke with Martin Nolan of Julien's Auctions this morning, since nearly 1,000 iconic rock items were available over the weekend. Martin talked about the big money Eric Clapton's guitar went for, the Frank Sinatra pieces Chaz probably could have owned, and the surprising price Eddie Van Halen's custom guitar went for.  Photo provided by Julien's Auctions 
20m Nov 22, 2021
20m
Monday, November 22: A Thanksgiving Horror Story; Crazy Stories From Bobcat Country; CT Needs Plow Drivers
Diana in Wethersfield called in a Thanksgiving horror story, when her sister tried to cook the turkey for the first time and everyone except for mom all got sick the next day. (0:00)   Chaz and AJ had a news report of the intense training and "boot camp" that prospective UPS drivers have to go through before being hired before a busy holiday season. (8:27)   Dumb Ass News - Before Dumb Ass ...
49m Nov 22, 2021
49m
Pod Pick: Michelle Pettinicchi
Chaz and AJ spoke with Michelle Pettinicchi this morning, about the recovery process for her husband, Mark. Mark is a lieutenant with the Naugatuck Police Dept., and was run over by a vehicle escaping a crime while he was directing traffic. He's already had three surgeries to repair his legs, and alleviate the incredible pain he's still struggling with.  Photo provided by Michelle Pettinicchi 
14m Nov 19, 2021
14m
Friday, November 19: The Week In Flubbles; Close Calls On 95; The Ultimate Rock Auction
The Flubble Montage was short and sweet this week, highlighted by a very tired AJ from last Friday, before he exited the box. (0:00)   Scot Haney from WFSB Channel 3 shared the first thing he looks to put on his plate during Thanksgiving dinner. (2:39)   Comedian Mo Mussa was in studio with Chaz and AJ, and had just finished telling them about the crazy car accident he was in on 95. The Tri...
50m Nov 19, 2021
50m
Pod Pick: A Horror of Hoarding
Chaz and AJ asked Ralph to call in today, just to share the story of the hoarding house he was asked to service. What he found inside, was so upsetting and foul, he needed three full-size dumpsters and specialty septic service to begin the work.  Photo Credit: Getty Images/cerro_photography/iStock/Getty Images Plus
11m Nov 18, 2021
11m
Thursday, November 18: Christmas Tree Shortage; How You Can Get Paid Leave; Holiday Travel Issues
Another shortage to be concerned about this holiday season. Chaz and AJ spoke with Brad Wells of Fairview Tree Farm in Shelton, who warned us that there is a Christmas tree shortage this year. (0:00)   Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ talking about the viral video depicting Brass Against's lead singer peeing on a  fan, on stage. Jimmy admitted he has seen a performer urinate...
52m Nov 18, 2021
52m
Pod Pick: WWE's Drew McIntyre
WWE's Friday Night SmackDown is coming to Hartford on Friday. Chaz and AJ spoke with Drew McIntyre about his Scottish ancestry, his love for "Murder She Wrote," and the diet he maintains to keep his physique.  Photo Credit: Reuters
9m Nov 17, 2021
9m
Wednesday, November 17: Cars Keep Driving Into Buildings; The Anything Goes Dating App; Will The New Ghostbusters Be Good?
A car plowed through the wall of a Connecticut business. While Chaz and AJ discussed the details of the story, a pattern emerged from other, similar incidents. (0:00)   With the Toy Drive officially announced, Chaz and AJ are now looking to bring in some more local musicians. Allie from the Ridgefield Playhouse was on the phone to help them narrow down the list of big name performers that liv...
51m Nov 17, 2021
51m
Pod Pick: The West Haven Mess
Barry Cohen has filed a lawsuit in West Haven, alleging the recount process following the mayoral election was not handled properly. To explain exactly what the problem is, attorney Vincent Marino was on the phone with Chaz and AJ. He alleged some 700 ballots are in question, due to a range of issues that included votes coming from people who do not live in West Haven.  Picture provided by Vin...
16m Nov 16, 2021
16m
Tuesday, November 16: Chaz And AJ Toy Drive Announcement; The Odd Things People Do; Channel 3's Bruce DePrest On His Retirement
The announcement for the 2021 Chaz and AJ McDermott Chevrolet and Lexus Toy Drive! Join us December 10th at Jordan's Furniture in New Haven for a whole lot of fun, live music from John Cafferty & The Beaver Brown Band, and holiday cheer. Please bring a donation! (0:00)   Professor Morgan was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk about the odd things people do, and show how most of time it isn...
40m Nov 16, 2021
40m
Monday, November 15: Jobs You Can't Walk Away From; Sopranos Behind The Scenes Stories
With AJ now out of the box, Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe to call in the jobs that you can't just walk away from. A few teachers called in, then Al had a story about accidentally turning on the cement mixer while two guys were still in there. (0:00)   Connoisseur Media CEO Jeff Warshaw was on the phone to recap the trip he and Chaz took to Consiglio's, and somehow one joke from AJ derailed the ...
41m Nov 15, 2021
41m
Pod Pick: Damon Wayans Jr.
With AJ wrapping up his last 15 minutes in the box, Chaz and AJ spoke with comedian Damon Wayans Jr. He called in to promote his show at the Stress Factory in Bridgeport, and even suggested AJ should join him on stage, in the box, with the Chicken Dance playing.   Photo Provided by The Stress Factory in Bridgeport 
8m Nov 12, 2021
8m
Friday, November 12: AJ's Last Hours in the Box, Flubble Montage, Scot Haney, Boss Keith's Top 5
Even with AJ living into a box for 24 hours, there was still plenty of time for the Flubble Montage to get played this week. (0:00) The first news break of the day began with a recap of AJ's last 21 hours. With three hours still to go in the box, he was already sounding more than a little unhinged. Plus, UConn announced a new football coach! (6:25)  Gerry the Painter brought some boy scouts d...
1hr 21m Nov 12, 2021
1hr 21m
Pod Pick: AJ in a Box
Before he walked into the box for 24 hours, AJ had a little time in the studio. Chaz shared how his day goes when AJ is living in the box, then, after some technical difficulties, AJ walked into the box at McDermott Chevrolet and Lexus of New Haven at 9:18 AM. 
35m Nov 11, 2021
35m
Thursday, October 11: A Veterans Day Salute For Our Heroes
Joe Della Monica is a retired Milford police officer, and was on the phone this morning to talk about his military career. He served in the air force during Desert Storm, then was deployed with the National Guard following the events of 9/11. Longtime Tribe member Beefman also called in to talk about his father serving in World War II, where he was part of a unit that operated half track vehicl...
49m Nov 11, 2021
49m
Pod Pick: West Haven Election Not Over?
Chaz and AJ spoke with Barry Cohen this morning, who is still contesting some details of the mayoral election results in West Haven. He lost by 32 votes following a recount, but believes some "irregularities" still linger from the voting process.  Photo Credit: Getty Images/Andres Victorero/iStock/Getty Images Plus 
16m Nov 10, 2021
16m
Wednesday, November 10: A Real Connecticut Castle Is For Sale; OnlyFans Model Victoria "Snooks"; Howard From Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater
A real castle is for sale in Connecticut. Chaz and AJ go through the real estate listing from Woodstock, and learn more about the property, it's owner, and how AJ would handle living in a home like it. (0:00)   Victoria "Snooks" is an OnlyFans model, who has decided to sue her local school district after they disallowed her from volunteering. Turns out, an anonymous email sharing the explicit...
45m Nov 10, 2021
45m
Pod Pick: Ashley Only Cares About Dogs
During Dumb Ass News, Chaz and AJ proposed a scenario to Ashley about having to save her family, or her dog. She continuously made decisions based on her belief that dogs are more important than people. 
17m Nov 09, 2021
17m
Tuesday, November 9: What We'll Make AJ Do During AJ In A Box; Senator Blumenthal; Attorney Norm Pattis
There are no bad ideas when it comes to AJ in a Box! Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe to share any and all ideas for the "menu" of things AJ can do while spending 24 straight hours in the box listening to the Chicken Dance. (0:00)    Senator Blumenthal talks about the money Connecticut can expect from the new infrastructure bill, which will hopefully create jobs as well. (8:41)   Norm Pattis tal...
38m Nov 09, 2021
38m
Pod Pick: West Haven's Next Mayor
Chaz and AJ spoke to Nancy Rossi this morning, after she won the recount in West Haven by a narrow margin. She addressed recent claims of additional COVID-related funds being used for other purchases, like a marching band for a parade.  Photo Credit: Getty Images/BackyardProduction/iStock/Getty Images Plus
14m Nov 08, 2021
14m
Monday, November 8: The Tragedy At Astroworld; Cold Cases; How You Can Scale An NYC Skyscraper
Chaz and AJ had audio from survivors of the terrible tragedy that killed 8 people at Travis Scott's show at Astroworld. While talking about the raucous crowd, the Tribe called in some of the wildest concert crowds they've ever experienced, including one that even stuck out to the band members of Slayer. (0:00)   Alex the cold case guy talked about some investigations he's been a part of, and ...
48m Nov 08, 2021
48m
Pod Pick: A New Pepe's Pizza
Chaz and AJ had Jennifer Bimonte-Kelly in studio this morning from Pepe's Pizza, to share a new pizza being added to the menu. They spent a lot of time talking about Gary, as well. 
17m Nov 05, 2021
17m
Friday, November 5: The Song Selection For AJ In A Box; The Week In Flubbles; Boss Keith's Top 5 Things That Happen In Public That Should Be Banned
Scot Haney was on the phone from WSFB Channel 3, and immediately changed the game with his song suggestion for "AJ in a Box." (0:00)   Dumb Ass News - The Flubble Montage! All the best moments of misspeaking on the air from this week of shows. (15:33)   Boss Keith's Top 5 was about the terrible things that happen in public that should be banned. (21:19) Image Credit: Photo_Concepts / Image...
31m Nov 05, 2021
31m
Pod Pick: Who Has a Life That Could Be Reality TV?
Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe to call in why they think their life would make for great reality TV. Vet tech Sherry said some clients have tried to run her over with their cars, Jessica the bus driver admitted some kids should be on a different reality show, and Cameron has clearly thought about his family TV show pitch before.  Photo Credit: Getty Images/acitore/iStock/Getty Images Plus
14m Nov 04, 2021
14m
Thursday, November 4: Holiday Travel Issues; Concerts Coming To Connecticut; Apologizing For Candy
Amanda from Largay Travel was on to share some tips for people who are worried about running into problems when flying, since so many flights have been cancelled or moved. (0:00)   Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ to give an update on the kinds of shows he's expecting to come to the state over the next few months, and talked about a big anniversary. Jimmy shared some great s...
47m Nov 04, 2021
47m
Pod Pick: Alan's Bike Ride, from Portland to Portland
Chaz and AJ invited Alan Masarek to come in studio to talk about his bicycle ride, from Portland, Oregon to Portland, Maine. Alan talked about the 47-day trek, which covered more than 3,800 miles, including his toughest day on the trip and how uncomfortable the bike seat gets after a while. 
19m Nov 03, 2021
19m
Wednesday, November 3: Election Results And Recounts; Chaz And AJ Remember Brad Davis; What The Show Finds Weird About Each Other
Chaz and AJ talk about the winners and losers from the elections around the state yesterday, but started with the announcement of the death of a local radio legend. (0:00)   Chaz and AJ mentioned the infamous Cameo video Bobby Valentine mistakenly sent earlier this year, that went viral shortly after his announcement that he was running for mayor of Stamford. (18:07)   West Haven mayor Nanc...
1hr 6m Nov 03, 2021
1hr 6m
Pod Pick: AJ's Campaign for Public Office
Chaz and AJ were talking about some of the big elections in CT today, and decided to put together a mock ad for AJ. It instantly turned into a negative political ad, because it was much easier to make. 
11m Nov 02, 2021
11m
Tuesday, November 2: The Big Election Day Races; Dumb Ass News; The Holy Trinity Of Connecticut Foods
Roger Susanin from WFSB Channel 3 was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk about the big elections around the state today. Plus, Roger may have found a front-runner for this year's torture song for AJ in a Box. (0:00)   Dumb Ass News - A man blamed dirty socks for having to call out of work. (10:18)   Mike Urban, author of "Unique Eats and Eateries of Connecticut" was in studio with Chaz a...
48m Nov 02, 2021
48m
Pod Pick: Allie Rae and the Looners
Chaz and AJ spoke with Allie Rae about her OnlyFans account, which is in the top 0.01% of earners on the site. Allie also admitted that she has become one of the favorites of "looners," and the content they love.  Picture provided by Allie Rae 
22m Nov 01, 2021
22m