The Chris and Joe Show

Chris & Joe talk about how they would react if bees were in their car and McDonald’s McRib is making a comeback.

A Phoenix police officer has been indicted by a grand jury on aggravated assault and endangerment for allegedly driving 50 mph over the speed limit while on-duty. Chris & Joe talk about keeping people accountable.

Valley Economist and President of Rounds Consulting, Jim Rounds joins the Chris & Joe show to talk about the national economy and how Arizona is impacted.

Why is Arizona more insulated from the worrying signs of the national economy?

Chris & Joe talk about how debit and credit card perks may impact how people buy things.

The American Heart Association's West Valley Heart Walk returns for its third year this Saturday, November 15th. Katelyn McMahan shares the story of her two-year-old, Goldie, and Heart Walk Chair Ruben Castro with Abrazo Health shares his very personal connection to the event.   

Researchers in Antarctica detected radio pulses “coming from below” the ice. What it it?

When you woke up this morning you didn’t know you might be a hero by the end of the weekend. It’s true!  YOU could be the one in the right spot at the right time.

Seven states stretching from Wyoming to Arizona are locked in negotiations over the Colorado River — but stalled.

What’s The Why? Why No Agreement?

In this economy, you may be weighing your options to bring in extra income or maybe find that new gig.  In today’s Headline Volley, you’re going to get an idea that, until now, only the government has been able to pull off.

APS plans to replace century-old power lines in rugged terrain south of Prescott with seven miles of overhead lines along Walker Road.

Why isn’t Phoenix’s positive business atmosphere and population growth translating into global appeal?

Phoenix has disappeared from the list of "World's Best Cities." Why?

You may already be getting ahead of your online holiday shopping which means your porch is going to be packed with boxes in no time.

With school districts closing in the Valley, why is there still a teacher shortage? 

More than 1,000 teachers have resigned since July, and thousands of positions remain unfilled statewide.

Arizona Department of Public Safety Director Jeffrey Glover says the agency is focused on boosting pay and benefits to attract 350+ needed new recruits.

SNAP benefits are off again and Arizonans are worried about spending what went on their EBT cards last week.  They would reach out to their Congresswoman for guidance but she's not sworn in yet. 

You remember the old days of writing your long distance friend a letter, putting a stamp on it and mailing it? You ever have a letter that got delayed but eventually made it? Chris and Joe explain in their latest edition of The Volley, touching on the other big headlines and asking life’s most important questions. 

Why are both sides saying they won the negotiation?  And who really won?

Democrats and Republicans are working on a plan to open the Goverment. Will it work? 

KTAR News education reporter Shira Tanzer reacts to threats against Arizona teachers including a recent one from the Vail School District near Tucson.

Imagine if you had someone in your life that did nothing but hype you up.  Their sole job is to make you look good. Chris and Joe kick around some of lifes most important other stories in their latest edition of "The Volley."

Teachers in the Vail School District near Tucson are facing death threats after a Halloween costume featuring fake blood and the phrase “Problem Solved” was misinterpreted online as mocking the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

Why are Americans spending more when they feel worse?

Despite inflation, new tariffs, and a looming government shutdown, the National Retail Federation predicts Americans will spend over $1 trillion this holiday season.

You may have heard the story about the teachers in Southern Arizona under fire for their Halloween costumes.

Why are tech advancements like AI only eliminating jobs and not helping spur new growth? 

Students doubling majors to hedge against unstable job market. Why?

The U.S. government shutdown has now become the longest in history, when will it end?

In our Headline Volley, you’ll have a chance to think about just how you would do if you found yourself in the middle of no-where with no way to get help... would you make it?

Maricopa County supervisors are weighing a $3.2 billion BNSF rail hub northwest of the Valley near Wittmann. The project promises up to 50,000 jobs and more than $250 million in tax revenue, with chambers of commerce calling it “transformative.”

Why don’t some lawmakers want to impose any restrictions on the SNAP handouts?

Arizona legislators are advancing a proposal to restrict what foods can be purchased with SNAP benefits.

If ever you’ve had the chance to get to a dark sky area and stare at the heavens there’s a bit of a realization at both how small and insignificant we are and how beautiful the galaxy is.

A Valley high school district is considering building an $80 million indoor football stadium following a recent vote to approve borrowing money through bonds. 

How many Arizonans are at risk of losing coverage if subsidies remain frozen?

What’s The Why? Why is rolling back subsidies that have only been around since the pandemic causing such a fuss?

Arizona Public Health Association Executive Director talks how many people will see their health insurance bills jump and which groups will be hit the hardest. 

Chris & Joe talk about selling things on air, Sun Devil football and more.

Chris & Joe talk about the Phoenix City Council voting on renaming the Seventh Street Bridge.

Why won't we put down our phones even though we know how dangerous it is?

Chris & Joe talk about a crash involving a Waymo ... but are we putting blame on the wrong car?

Happy Halloween! Chris and Joe talk about the scariest movies they have seen and how Halloween has gotten scarier. 

On today's Volley, Joe asks Chris the key to happiness and why money is not the answer. 

On today's Why, why is it ok to gamble with SNAP benefits? Chris and Joe break down why SNAP is being messed with.

A federal judge ruled that SNAP benefits have to be paid out. Chris and Joe talk about how this will happen, ways people can help and why SNAP is being highlighted in the government shutdown.

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.