The Chris and Joe Show

Two federal judges ruled the Trump administration has to fund SNAP. Barry Markson, KTAR legal analyst, joined Chris and Joe to explain how this will be enforced. 

On today's Volley, Chris and Joe have Olympic challenges and scientific predictions for each other.

An Arizona lawmaker has proposed a new idea to stop speeders. Chris and Joe talk about the need, why they support it and possible challenges of this new device. 

On today's Why, why is getting right sized in 2025 worse than at any time in the last 15 years?

Amazon fired 14,000 people because AI could take their jobs. Chris and Joe talk about the advancement of AI and how to save your job.

Why do we stick out heads in the sand when it comes to health in America? 

Open‑enrollment bills are about to land—and they bite harder this year. Premiums and out‑of‑pocket costs are climbing faster than inflation.

Shoppers are tightening budgets and starting holiday buys earlier because prices feel higher.

Less than half of workers say they know how to enroll in employer benefits, and only about a third feel extremely knowledgeable about what benefits they need or what each plan actually covers.

A news broadcast, a digital face, and a reveal that left viewers questioning everything.

What’s The Why? Why Might Stretching Your Budget Now Pay Off?

Axios Phoenix reports that the Valley’s housing market, which had tilted toward buyers thanks to higher inventory and slower price growth, may be shifting back toward sellers.

Phoenix developers are looking to transform vacant buildings into coliving spaces. Chris & Joe talk about the pros and cons.

What item do you stock up on? What is the right size dog?

It seems like Arizona is becoming the nation's semiconductor hub. Chris & Joe talk about adding chips as Arizona's sixth C.

Arizona seems to be adding a new C: chips. Why do we need a better road map as we embrace Arizona's 6th C?

As homelessness surges across Phoenix, residents are increasingly asking how to help.

Suppose you make millions of dollars every year.  You’d be set for life, right?  So what would it take for you to risk all that money?

Arizona’s Price Index is rising slower than the rest of the country. What does that mean for Arizonans?

President of Rounds Consulting, Jim Rounds joins Chris & Joe and reacts to the latest inflation report and what it means to Arizonans. Why is Arizona’s Price Index rising slower than the rest of the country, and why does it still feel like we’re being priced out of the necessities?

Restaurant and service workers across Arizona are speaking out about the realities of tipping culture.

Tomorrow is going to be a rough day for federal workers because it’s the first day they don’t get a paycheck for their work since the shutdown began. 

Phoenix is rolling out predictive software designed to flag police officers at risk of misconduct before it happens. 

What’s The Why? Why should or shouldn't you trust this new policing tool?

While you watch Congress lobby accusations back and forth with no real ideas for solutions, you’d be forgiven for being more discouraged than ever that the country will never unite. Fortunately, there are some people in the Valley leading the the charge to Make America Better Again.

Wallet Hub just released their “Safest Cities in America” survey for 2025.  

Founder and CEO of Arizona Talks Carlos Alfaro chats with Chris & Joe about an event designed to discuss whether the first amendment will protect us in a polarized age. 

Foreclosures are climbing across the country, with filings up 18% year-over-year and homeowners squeezed by rising costs, stagnant wages, and surprise expenses

What’s The Why? Why is the housing market so slow to rebound? 

Paul Johnson, the former Phoenix Mayor and new Chair of the Arizona Independent Party joins Chris & Joe to discuss why the No Labels Arizona party is rebranding and what their strategy will be heading into the 2026 midterms. 

Independent voters now outnumber Democrats and rival Republican registrations in Arizona.

Take a look at your calendar and see if you can join us for the Headline Volley. Heck, even if you have a meeting scheduled, you can probably skip it.

From labor hikes and ingredient shortages to rent, insurance, and utilities, the cost of running a kitchen has exploded.

What’s The Why? Why are the price changes more than just about tariffs? 

You and your spouse fight about a lot of things—kids, in-laws, who left the dishes in the sink. Brand new data says there’s one fight that’s a bigger threat to your marriage than anything you assumed.

Which dead celebrity would you like to see come back to life using AI? 

Did you know you can finance a breakfast burrito? Why are American's going in debt due to pay as you go programs?

What’s The Why? Why have Americans become more pessimistic about AI? 

Just one day after a state committee ordered an audit into the Tolleson Union High School District’s finances, Superintendent Jeremy Calles confirmed the district is still moving forward with an $80 million domed football stadium.

Suppose you see on the news that authorities are looking for a group of missing hikers. You go and volunteer to help.  You’re a such a nice member of the community.  So why is everyone mad at you?

Why Are People Still Buying Cars If They’re So Expensive?

Americans are trading in cars that are worth thousands less than what they still owe. Why? 

Despite stable unemployment and GDP numbers, Americans are acting like it’s 2008 all over again. Why?

Why you feel broke when the economy looks fine?

Heights, ghosts, the dark... all scary but not the scariest thing of all.  One KTAR host recently told you what the most terrifying thing of all is.  Not so sure you’ll agree, though, since we’ve all gone through it in our lives and come out the other side.

Average bills have jumped over 10 percent since last year in more than a dozen states. Why? 

Arizona ranked 41st out of 50 states in WalletHub’s latest family-friendliness study. Why?

What you are dropping your hard earned cash on that REALLY makes no difference. 

Burnout has hit a six-year high, with Gen Z now leading the pack in stress levels. Why? 

What’s The Why? Why is Gen Z getting hit harder with burnout than other generations? 

Chris and Joe ask each about Gen-Z challenges. What are the latest issues with the youngest generations?