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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: Danny Cahill On What It Takes To Be The Biggest Loser, Winner

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 18:24


    Danny Cahill talks with Chaz & AJ about the triumphs and struggles he experienced on The Biggest Loser. Photo Credit: Danny Cahill

    Friday, Aug. 22nd: The 1957 Little League World Series, The R.I. Attorney General's Friend Is Even Worse, The Tribes 15 Minutes Of Fame

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 47:46


    (0:00) Paul Miller talks about playing in the 1957 Little League World Series. (12:16) The Rhode Island attorney generals friend gets locked up. (23:00) Scot Haney reviews AJ's meteorology techniques. (31:41) The Tribe calls in their 15 minutes of fame. (39:46) Boss Keith's top 8 fears for his daugher at college.

    Thursday, Aug. 21st: Fairfield Little League Wins In Nevada, Hot Dog Battles In CT, and Another Airline Freakout

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 69:58


    (0:00) Dan Booth is on the show to talk about Fairfield Little League's Win Streak. (14:25) The 2nd half of the Rhode Island attorney who was arrested for tresspassing. (21:24) Art Ververis from Capitol Lunch talks hot dogs. (33:13) Jimmy Koplik answers the Tribes concert questions. (1:00:00) An airline passenger loses her cool.   Photo Credit: Getty Images

    Pod Pick: A Bride's New Surname Has The Internet In Tears

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 16:42


    Bride-To-Be Brooke Marshall is getting a new last name and a lifetime of jokes. Photo Credit: Getty Images

    Wednesday Aug. 20th: CT's Most Dangerous Highways, An Attorney General Gets Arrested, A First Grade Teacher Sings About Private Parts

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 64:18


    (0:00) DOT Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto talks about the most dangerous roadways in CT. (6:37) A Rhode Island attorney general thinks shes above the law. (13:30) Anthony Avallone on gen z bringing their parents to interviews. (22:56) Alleah Red talks with Chaz & AJ about her adventures in Vegas. (55:31) A first grade teacher sings a song about private parts.

    Pod Pick: Ansonia Mayor David Cassetti Seeks Understanding After His Tires Were Slashed

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 11:10


    Mayor David Cassetti talks with Chaz & Aj about the recent vandalization of his town vehicle and the steps to make sure it doesn't happen again.

    Tuesday Aug. 19th: Fairfield Little League Coach Brian Palazzolo, Dr. Todd Frisch Can Read Your Face, A Woman Destroys Her Boyfriends Car With Glitter

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 62:44


    (0:00) Top 10 occupations women find attractive. (13:50) A woman destroys her boyfriends car with glitter. (20:55) Dr. Todd Frisch reads Chaz, Aj, & Ruth's face. (38:27) Brian Palazzolo on Fairfield Little League's Win Over South Dakota. Photo Credit: Dr. Todd Frisch

    Pod Pick: A Woman In Shelton Finds A Burglar In Her House And Bites Him

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 25:29


    A 68 year old woman in Shelton came home to find a burglar in her house and bit him. Police Captain Bob Kozlowsky weighs in.

    Monday, Aug. 18th: Remembering The Flood, Fantasy Football Pet Peeves, Artists With The Best Three Album Run

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 0:29


    (0:00) Michael Killen's list of the top 10 fantasy football petpeeves. (10:15) Speaking to Nurse Randi about rebuilding after the flood destroyed her home. (17:50) Chief Jim Buck speaks about the fire truck that was recently hit by a distracted driver. (30:00) Morgan Jimenez talks about being rescued from flood waters with her son. Photo Credit: Morgan Jimenez

    Pod Pick: Vernon Man Stuck In Playground Slide

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 17:40


    A Vernon man found himself wedged in a playgound slide. First responders had to disassemble the slide in order to free him.

    Pod Pick: Brian Foley on DC Sandwich Thrower

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 13:46


    Chaz and AJ spoke with former Hartford Police detective Brian Foley about the DC sandwich thrower, and the predictable reaction from the police on scene. As a bonus, Brian also shared his own sandwich incident, and the time he had a handle of alcohol thrown at him.  Photo credit: Getty Images 

    Friday, Aug. 15: CT Strip Clubs, Sandwich Assaults, Boss Keith's Top 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 52:35


    Chaz and AJ were reading a story about a strip club in Connecticut, and wanted more information. A Tribe member, who remained anonymous, called in with three decades of experience and information. (0:00)  In Dumb Ass News, a South Carolina gubernatorial candidate was arrested in his underwear, and Chaz and AJ had the audio from the bodycam footage. (11:32) The DC sandwich thrower has become Chaz and AJ's favorite video of the week. They discussed the details a but, then asked the Tribe to call in their fights with food. (20:03)  Boss Keith's Top 5 was his attempt at real life advice, the things to do in your life that he's never done in his. (45:06) 

    Pod Pick: Elton Castee Purchased the Warren's Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 11:42


    Chaz and AJ spoke with Elton Castee this morning, about his partnership with Matt Rife and the purchase of the Warren's home in Monroe, CT. Elton shared that Dan Rivera was the one who first suggested the idea, and also talked about some of the terrifying items in the museum that are not named Annabelle.  Photo credit: Getty Images

    Thursday, Aug. 14: Fairfield Wins, Attractive Male Hobbies, Jimmy Koplik's Finished with Festivals

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 56:28


    WFSB's Dan Booth was on the phone from Williamsport, to talk about last night's incredible win for Fairfield National. The Connecticut Little Leaguers won 1-0 over Texas, thanks to an incredible pitching performance. (0:00)  In Dumb Ass News, a man learns the hard way that wild elephants do not want to take a selfie. (8:32)  Chaz and AJ found a list online of the most attractive hobbies men can have. The Tribe called in their thoughts on attractive hobbies, and the things that are an immediate turn-off. (12:38)  Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on the phone this morning, sharing some updates for concerts he's already working on for 2026. Plus, why he's completely done with festivals, even if they decided to name it after him. (30:29)  Photo credit: Jimmy Koplik (from Watkins Glen)

    Pod Pick: Fairfield in Little League World Series, Tribe's Athletic Achievements

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 35:39


    Chaz and AJ spoke with Brian Palazzolo, head coach of the Fairfield National Little League team that is representing the state in the Little League World Series. Coach Brian said this team has been together for years already, and has never lost a game to another CT team. Plus, the Tribe's stories of their "greatest" athletic achievements. Photo credit: Getty Images

    Wednesday, Aug. 13: AJ's Movie Review, A Dumbass with a Grenade, Homemade Explosives

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 30:07


    Chaz and AJ held Mike B. from the Mike, Mike and Oscast podcast an extra segment, so AJ could talk about the brand new movie he watched recently, 2017's "Baby Driver."  (0:00)  In Dumb Ass News, a man attempted to stop a car theft with a grenade, only to blow off his own arm. (5:31)  The Tribe called in their own stories of homemade explosives, which thankfully did not all result in trips to the hospital. (14:07) 

    Pod Pick: Paul Virzi, Headliner of the Chaz and AJ Comedy Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 14:33


    Comedian Paul Virzi was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk about the comedy show on September 12th, at the Wallingford Country Club. Paul also admitted to being obsessed with a cold case after watching a recent NetFlix docuseries.  Photo credit: Paul Virzi 

    Tuesday, Aug. 12: Guitarist Jimi Bell, Truck Grand Champion, Millionaire Tased

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 74:46


    Chaz and AJ invited guitarist Jimi Bell in studio this morning, to talk about nearly getting the gig as Ozzy's next guitarist. Jimi also shared all about the success he's had as a musician, from working with Michael J. Fox and Joan Jett, to writing a Black Sabbath song during the Dio years, and his encounter with Eddie Van Halen. (0:00)   Truck Driver Grand Champion Roland Bolduc was on the phone to explain how difficult it is to win the national title in truck driving competitions. (38:38)  In Dumb Ass News, a recent lottery winner was tased after a bar argument about being a millionaire needed police involvement. (53:33)  Stony Creek Brewery has closed, but NEBCO was willing to step in to their facilities. Rob Leonard from NEBCO was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk about the deal, and the legendary "G-Bot" internet fight. (1:00:17) In Dumb Ass News, a "doctor" gets in trouble after conducting genital exams at home, without a lisence. (1:09:52) 

    Pod Pick: Pastor Kenneth Moales Jr. on Viral Car Theft Incident

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 18:14


    Chaz and AJ welcomed Bridgeport Pastor Kenneth Moales Jr. in studio this morning, who went viral a while back for a security video showing him being car jacked in Baltimore. The pastor admitted his sons were upset with him over a certain aspect of the video, and why he thinks there has been a spike in violent crimes. 

    Monday, Aug. 11: Diaper Wearing Weirdo, News 8's Ashley Baylor, Suspect Caught While Nude and Lewd

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 23:58


    In Dumb Ass News, Chaz and AJ played a news report about the arrest of a serial  offender, diaper-wearing weirdo. (0:00)  Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik is celebrating a birthday today, so Chaz and AJ called him to ask how he'll be celebrating. (8:51)  News 8's Ashley Baylor was in studio with Chaz and AJ, and admitted sometimes people will come up to her to complain about the weather. Ashley attempted to clear up some common misconceptions about the job of an on-air weather person. (12:18)  In Dumb Ass News, a drive-by suspect was caught and arrested, after being found nude (and lewd) in his car. (19:52) 

    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. 

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