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Connecticut’s #1 Morning Show. Heard on 99.1 PLR. Hosts Chaz and AJ lead you through interviews, current events, and Dumb Ass News. Come here for a recap of the biggest stories of the day in Connecticut and pop culture.

Chaz & AJ in the Morning


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    Pod Pick: 700-Pound Shark Caught in Connecticut

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 11:44


    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 

    Friday, Aug. 8: Grocery Store Hacks, Weapons in Cars, Gross Things in Your Mouth, Boss Keith's Top 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 74:25


    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 the weapons they keep in their cars for protection. Steel rebar, mace, a lump hammer, and a broken pool cue were all called in. (21:12)   Yesterday, a woman called with a story of a bat flying into her open mouth. Chaz and AJ continued the conversation today with the Tribe, asking them to call in the gross or disgusting things that have accidentally wound up in their mouths. (37:27)  Waterbury's Dick Clark was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about befriending the raccoons in his neighborhood, by feeding them grapes and apples. (53:14)   Boss Keith is back from vacation, and was still pissed about his flight home from Reno. His Top 5 this week was all about the ways to improve air travel for everyone. (1:05:24) 

    Pod Pick: Erica Kahn Almost Ate a Bat

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 14:41


    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 

    Thursday, Aug. 7: Divorce Attorney Meghan Freed, Jimmy Koplik with Metallica Concert News, Michael Sweet of Stryper

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 56:03


    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 about their favorite bands, and today was the day that there was a little bit of hope about Metallica returning to Connecticut! (17:21)  Lead singer and co-founder of Stryper, Michael Sweet was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about their show coming to the Wolf Den at Mohegan next week. Plus, when the band started to throw Bibles into the crowd, and why they chose the yellow and black color scheme. (42:24)  

    Pod Pick: Chef Tyler Anderson on Bobby Flay BBQ Brawl

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 28:30


    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. 

    Wednesday, Aug. 6: Long Island Fire Chief Curses at 10-Year-Old, Tiffany Wisconsin's Surgery, Will Noonan on Boston Dumbass

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 44:52


    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 reported to be a result of a viral OnlyFans video. (20:43)   In Dumb Ass News, a Boston woman was arrested for stealing ice cream at knifepoint. Chaz and AJ relied on Boston comedian Will Noonan to explain the area and type of people that live there. (36:16)

    Pod Pick: Merle Allin on Brother G.G.'s Antics, Murder Junkies Touring

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 16:21


    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  

    Tuesday, Aug. 5: New Haven's Power Plant Water Park Plans, More Heavy Metal Parking Lot with Jeff Krulik

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 33:00


    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, which apparently included the "Judas Priest riots" in the northeast immediately following the show Jeff recorded in Maryland in 1986. (15:06) 

    Pod Pick: Jeff Derderian's Rod Stewart Problem

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 26:55


    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. 

    Monday, Aug. 4: Warren's House Sold, When Bees Attack, Celeb DJ at William Tong's Wedding, The Phantom

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 56:40


    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 police to pull over a vehicle, that was holding a ton more in mushrooms and cash. (18:40)  Connecticut's Attorney General, William Tong was in studio this morning to talk about the celebrity DJ he was able to book for his wedding, at the Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk. (24:49)  News 8's Jeff Derderian was in studio with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about celebrity deaths, the Warren's house being sold, and some of the local stories he's covered recently. (31:00)  The Phantom was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning, to talk about his unique blend of surf rock, rockabilly and horror themes to create "Ghoulish Rock." (44:02) 

    Pod Pick: Attacking Raccoons and Sue's Buffet

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 12:43


    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 

    Friday, Aug. 1: Tribe's Nightmare Stories, Beach Jam, Marty's Freddie Mercury Notes

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 26:26


    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 called in to quiz the show about Freddie Mercury. A simple question and answer turned into a classic Marty-verse detour of madness. (23:49)

    Pod Pick: Waterbury Stepmom Attorney on DCF Report

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 14:27


    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. 

    Thursday, July 31: Summer Injuries, Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik, Heavy Metal Parking Lot

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 78:10


    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 record! She's now the youngest person to summit all of the highest points in each state. (29:19)  Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on live to address the cancellation of the Soundside Music Festival in Bridgeport, which was a shock to many. Plus, Jimmy's thoughts on the Ozzy Osbourne funeral, and answering the Tribe's questions about their favorite artists. (38:21)  A video from the parking lot of a Judas Priest concert in 1986 has found a huge cult-like audience on the internet. Jeff Krulik, who shot the video, was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk about the many memorable characters from "Heavy Metal Parking Lot." (1:04:22)  Photo provided by Jeff Krulik

    Pod Pick: Haunted CT Stories with Mike Bielawa

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 19:33


    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. 

    Wednesday, July 30: Manchester Flasher, Odd Injuries, Ozzy's Funeral

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 38:53


    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 live feeds were carrying the Ozzy Osbourne funeral this morning, from Birmingham. A brass band played Black Sabbath covers, and thousands of fans lined the streets. (26:58) 

    Pod Pick: Connecticut's First Wegman's

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 14:19


    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." 

    Tuesday, July 29: Store Manager Locked Up a 10-Year-Old Girl, Human Remains, Love Island Idiots

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 46:22


    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." Ruth is one of those big fans, but she was unable to sway anyone to her side. (17:38)  Torsten Gross has his Amazon series, "Just Hands" premiering this week after nearly two years of work. Plus, Brian Foley was on the phone to talk about the mass shooting in New York at the NFL headquarters. (34:55) 

    Pod Pick: West Haven Emergency Response

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 13:00


    Rick Fontana was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning, to share details from an emergency response in West Haven recently. A firework with a short fuse caused a catastrophic injury, and emergency responders heard the explosion. 

    Monday, July 28: Jam at the Dam, Butt Sniffing Bandit, AJ's Update

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 33:07


    Chaz was psyched to go to the Jam at the Dam over the weekend, and noticed an enthusiastic crowd responding to great live music. However, one act was not too friendly with the station. (0:00)  In Dumb Ass News, a man in California was arrested, again, for serial butt-sniffing behavior. (5:03)  Mike DeBarba was in studio to help the Tribe with their dog training problems. Michelle nearly didn't get any help, as her call was an absolute mess from the start. (12:56)  AJ's surgerical recovery has hit a snag, as he admitted to Chaz and Jennifer yesterday that he has not gone to the bathroom since leaving the hospital. (21:08)  AJ called back an hour later, to deliver great news! (27:26) 

    Pod Pick: Gary Hoey's Tryout for Ozzy Osbourne

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 13:33


    Guitarist Gary Hoey called in from his tour with Lou Gramm to remember Ozzy Osbourne with Chaz and AJ. Gary has an incredible story of trying out for Ozzy to be his guitarist, after playing his guitar live on the radio for him, and being flown all the way out to L.A.  Photo credit: Gary Hoey

    Friday, July 25: Celebrity Deaths, Sgt. Slaughter on Hulk Hogan, Boss Keith's Top 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 62:27


    Comedian Dom Fig was in studio with Chaz and AJ, as the Tribe helped to recount all of the celebrity deaths we've seen over the last week. (0:00)  Sgt. Slaughter had plenty of marquee matches against Hulk Hogan, and was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to remember the man that helped launch the WWE into the stratosphere. (13:05)  Legendary rock producer Jack Douglas was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to share his story from a plane ride with Ozzy Osbourne. Plus, the making of classic Aerosmith albums, and how he was able to get involved with the recording of John Lennon's "Imagine." (32:28)  Boss Keith was in studio for his Top 5, which was originally planned to be about his predictions for the next celebrity deaths; but he admitted wound up feeling too dark. (52:38) 

    Pod Pick: Jim Florentine's Many Ozzy Meetings

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 20:36


    Chaz and AJ invited Jim Florentine to call in this morning and share about his friendship with Ozzy Osbourne. Jim admitted his first meeting with Ozzy when he was still a teenager did not go very well.  Photo credit: Jim Florentine

    Thursday, July 24: GG Allin, AJ Update, Jimmy Koplik and Ozzy Stories

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 46:18


    During the Top 10 list of wildest rock frontmen, the Tribe called in GG Allin. Chaz was unfamiliar, and got a crash course in the chaos that was the stage during a GG Allin performance. (0:00)  Jennifer was on the phone this morning to give an update on AJ's hernia surgery, and shared some of the funny conversation she was having with him. (8:41)  A live update from AJ, in his hospital bed, and then Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on to share Ozzy Osbourne stories with the Tribe. (22:23) 

    Pod Pick: Interviewing Ozzy in 2010, Rudy Sarzo's Concert Memories

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 17:27


    Before OzzFest came to Hartford in 2010, Ozzy Osbourne made a surprise call to Chaz and AJ. The call only aired a few times, but was revisited this morning to celebrate the life of the Prince of Darkness, and the answers that may never be fully understood. Plus, bassist Rudy Sarzo shared memories across four different interviews with Chaz and AJ of touring, playing, and fighting with Ozzy Osbourne, and gave his best perspective from the stage of his last-ever show.  Photo credit: Reuters

    Wednesday, July 23: Remembering Ozzy with Zakk Wylde, Jimi Bell, Jimmy Koplik, Doc McGhee, Carmine Appice and Don Dokken

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 72:42


    A sad show today, remembering the life of Ozzy Osbourne. Chaz and AJ spoke with Zakk Wylde back in March, about his excitement in joining the Ozzy farewell show. (0:00)  Jimi Bell was one of the very last guitarist tryouts to be considered for the band, before Zakk Wylde was the selection. Jimi was on the phone with Chaz this morning to talk about the tryout process, having dinner with Ozzy, and jamming with Zakk after watching all the other guitarist hopefuls be sent home. (5:44)  Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on the phone to talk about Ozzy's death, the rare sell-out feat Ozzy achieved in Connecticut, and explained why Connecticut always seemed to be able to book OzzFest dates. (27:20)  Tribe memeber Kelly was on the phone to talk about the live tribute to Ozzy from last night in Hartford. Wolfgang Van Halen brought the house down with a rendition of "Mama, I'm Coming Home," and the Creed tribute was so Creed. (39:39)  Doc McGhee, KISS manager, was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk about bringing Ozzy to Russia, and his close friendship with Ozzy and Sharon. (44:10)  Carmine Appice, who drummed with Ozzy, was on the phone to remember his friend and bandmate. Carmine shared a story of Ozzy immediately being smitten with a Long Island burger joint after just one visit. (53:25) Don Dokken was on the phone to talk about the Jam at the Dam coming to Connecticut this weekend, but spent most his time remembering Ozzy Osbourne. (1:01:53)

    Pod Pick: Joe Zone's 50 Years in Television

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 25:15


    Chaz and AJ invited WFSB's Joe Zone to the studio this morning, to celebrate his 50 years in television. Joe shared stories of his start in Scranton, "burying" the Red Sox on live TV, and the comment about cheerleaders that backfired "big time." 

    Tuesday, July 22: AJ's Surgery, Third-Degree Blackbelt, Honoring Jay "Iceman" Piccirillo

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 73:39


    AJ's surgery is scheduled for tomorrow, so Chaz's wife Jennifer was on the phone to run through what he'll need to do. First, she ripped into Chaz a bit for complaining about a movie that he actually liked. (0:00)  Ryan McCormick, a PR guy from New York, joined Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about the positive outcome for the Astronomer CEO from the Coldplay concert. (5:41)  In Dumb Ass News, a game of music bingo cost a man his life, since his doctors were too distracted. (18:58)  Chris Smith came to visit the studio this morning, to talk about his 45 years training students in MMA, as a third-degree blackbelt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Chris also shared a great story from his time as a bouncer. (25:53)  Brandon Parenti was on with Chaz and AJ this morning, to talk about his Jeep being stolen right out of his driveway. (44:01)  Chaz and AJ invited Gennaro, the son of Jay "The Iceman" Piccirillo, in studio this morning to share some stories about his dad. The Tribe called in to share some stories as well, after hearing there's a documentary in the works; "Mr. Bridgeport." (53:38) 

    Pod Pick: Torsten Gross, Quadriplegic and Race Car Driver

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 12:47


    Chaz and AJ spoke with Torsten Gross this morning about his career as a race car driver, which began after becoming a quadriplegic from a failed dive into the ocean.  Photo credit: Torsten Gross 

    Monday, July 21: Astronomer CEO is Gone, Painful Tattoos with Ogre, Brian Foley's Aerosmith Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 53:26


    Chaz and AJ started the show by thanking everyone for showing up for the CT Pizza and Brew Fest yesterday, then got right into the Astronomer CEO losing his job after getting caught by the Coldplay concert. (0:00)  Ogre joined Chaz and AJ in studio this morning to talk about spine tattoos being the latest big trend, and why it took him three days to tattoo his own penis. (17:04)  Former Hartford Police Detective Brian Foley was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to address the Astronomer CEO controversy. Brian has investigated plenty of corporate crimes, and had a story from an Aerosmith concert to share. (36:49) 

    Pod Pick: Robert Sweeney the Hot Dog King

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 16:41


    Chaz and AJ spoke with 85-year-old Robert Sweeney this morning, who was the first food truck to call Long Wharf in New Haven, home. Robert says his truck has been serving people in New Haven for 65 years, and has even been in some fistfights over territory along the strip. 

    Friday, July 18: Warrant's Robert Mason, CEO Caught Cheating at Coldplay, Tribe Calls, and Tony Spera on Dan Rivera

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 55:12


    Chaz and AJ spoke with Robert Mason, the lead singer of Warrant, about the Jam at the Dam happening next week in Monroe. Robert shared about his long friendship with Jani Lane, getting to meet Brian Wilson backstage one time, and the song he hopes everyone will sing along to next week. (0:00)  In Dumb Ass News, Chaz and AJ talked about the viral moment from the Coldplay concert, where a CEO and his employee were caught cheating on the kiss cam. Kevin Begley joined in studio, as he attended one of the Coldplay shows at Gillette recently. (9:59)  Cheating is not unique to CEOs, so Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe to call in their stories of getting caught. Plus, Tony Spera called in to address the recent death of Dan Rivera, who was traveling with the Annabelle doll. (15:36)  Kevin Gagliard from Pepe's Pizzeria was in studio with Chaz and AJ this morning, to talk about Sunday's CT Pizza and Brew Fest at the Harford HealthCare Amphitheater. While Pepe's keeps their menu pretty consistent, the seasonal fresh tomato pie is available right now, until the summer ends. (36:13) Boss Keith's Top 5 was a bitch-fest about the worst people he encountered on his recent trip to San Diego. (48:34) 

    Pod Pick: Jimmy Koplik Drops Clues to a Big 2026 Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 23:21


    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. 

    Thursday, July 17: Contaminated Water, AJ's Root Canal, Dolly the Autopsy Technician

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 52:04


    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 autopsy technician was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about the strangest ways some of the people she's worked on have died. (25:19)  Emily Sands from Elicit Brewing was in studio with Chaz and AJ this morning, to talk about the brews they plan to bring for Sunday's CT Pizza and Brew Fest at the Harford HealthCare Amp. Fisherman Bob tried to ask a question about his favorite style of beer, but forgot all the words he needed. (39:07) 

    Pod Pick: Pastor Kenneth Moales Fights Off Robbery Attempt

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 16:32


    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."   Photo credit: Kenneth Moales

    Pod Pick: Rudy Sarzo on Ozzy's Farewell Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 15:24


    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

    Tuesday, July 15: A Vacation Buttcrack Catastrophe, Pizza Fest, Lightning Strike Stories

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 46:05


    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 potential costumes he could wear to introduce the band. (22:43)  Chuck in Ansonia kicked off the Tribe's stories of lightning strikes. Turns out, you CAN be hit by lightning while in your shower. (27:47) 

    Pod Pick: Poop Cruise Director, Jen Baxter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 19:29


    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

    Monday, July 14: Laughing Vacation Goats, Biting Picnic Pigs, Streaking Baseball Coaches

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 64:26


    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 backseat to the obviously uncomfortable reporter covering the story. (17:17)  Comedian Vince Berry was in studio with Chaz and AJ this morning, and he and his mother suggested the next guest, Martha Byrne. Martha was on the phone to talk about her husband's arrest by the FBI in 2020, which she is still fighting in Washington D.C. this week. (22:33)  Pigs were a surprise guest at the company picnic last week, but things took a dark turn when they started biting employees. Ruth got it the worst, after the biggest pig nearly took off the tip of her finger. (39:45) Two baseball coaches lost their jobs for stripping and streaking on the field in front of children. (56:06) 

    The Best of the Lawncast at Hillbilly Heaven

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 37:05


    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 Top 5, a belly flop, paintball guns, and some live banjo music to wrap it all up. Happy Fourth of July! 

    Pod Pick: Competitve Eater Nick Wehry

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 14:16


    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 

    Wednesday, July 2: A Cattle Decapitation Cameo for Ethan, Fireworks Kevin, 80's Songs with Mike Cerulli

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 35:21


    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 year. Quite a lot of planning and preparation goes into a 20-minute display. (5:36)  News 8's Mike Cerulli was in studio to talk about 80's music trending with Gen Z, and comedian Brian Blackmore admitted a deep love for yacht rock. (18:26) 

    Pod Pick: Tornado Warning with Jennifer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 6:15


    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. 

    Tuesday, July 1: Fast and Furious Movies, Driving Through a Tornado, Emily Siero's Smoke Alarm

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 42:41


    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 before her boyfriend came by to help. She thanked him with a "bloop-bloop" for driving 30 minutes in the middle of the night. (20:55)  Chaz and AJ relive a call from Jeff in Monroe, which enraged Chaz because he was not on the mouthpiece of his phone. (24:58)  A dad went viral for jumping off a Disney cruise ship to save his daughter, after she fell overboard from the 4th deck. (31:10) 

    Pod Pick: DOT Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 23:49


    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. 

    Monday, June 30: Donna the LawnCast Winner, 80's Obsession, Monkey in the Break Room

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 36:34


    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 Chaz and AJ this morning to explain why she's so captivated by the decade as a 24-year-old. (17:33)  A monkey in a break room? It happened in Mexico, where a spider monkey caused fire fighers and animal control to respond to an office building. (31:47) 

    Pod Pick: Cheapo Encounters

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 39:39


    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. 

    Friday, June 27: Impaled with Dan Shea, LawnCast Finalist #5, Boss Keith's Top 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 60:33


    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, AKA Worcester Mike, is the last finalist for the Chaz and AJ LawnCast. Mike was on the phone to pitch his house, with easy parking, access to the Pig Rig, a pool, a patio and regulation corn hole. (20:02)  Roberta Camille Lione, a luxury wedding planner from Italy, joined Chaz and AJ on the phone to talk about the logistics that go into planning the Bezos wedding in Venice. (37:03)  Boss Keith was back after missing two weeks, for his Top 5 things that happened in June. None of them seemed to make him too happy, though. (50:51) 

    Pod Pick: Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 23:06


    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. 

    Thursday, June 26: A New CT Carp Record, LawnCast Finalist #4, Youngest to the Seven Summits, Nathan Grube Recaps the Travelers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 58:06


    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 garage kegerator, and lost AJ after mentioning his two young children. (11:53)  The LawnCast may not yet have a location, but it is going to be expertly catered. Chaz and AJ spoke with Dan Lanigan from the Pig Rig BBQ in Wallingford about his agreement to cook up some food for everyone starting at 5 AM. (23:14)  Emma Schwerin, the youngest girl to summit on all seven continents, was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about getting started in mountaineering, and what she plans to do next (after graduating from high school.) (29:42)  The Travelers Championship was a tremendous success once again this year, and tournament director Nathan Grube was on the phone to talk about the event with Chaz and AJ. Nathan believes the crowd really made the difference for most of the competitors this year. (44:59)  Photo courtesy: Rafal Wlazlo 

    Pod Pick: Mohegan Sun's Tom Cantone

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 13:30


    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. 

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