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The Chris and Joe Show is a smart, fun and locally focused show where we want to explore why things are happening and why we feel the way we do about them

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    • May 17, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    Latest episodes from The Chris and Joe Show

    The Volley: Rim to rim to rim and bikers beware

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 9:08


    One Valley resident's record accomplishment and do cyclists need more protection in the Valley, Chris and Joe take a look at lifes most important questions and tickle your brain bone in The Volley. 

    Ted Whittock, National Weather Service

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 5:59


    Ted Whittock from the National Weather Service joins Chris and Joe to talk about when the monsoon will arrive in the Valley and why it's so tough to predict. 

    Hour 2: Monsoon, non-soon, too soon?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 32:41


    After a disappointing 2024 monsoon season and an abnormally dry winter that deepened drought conditions, experts say Arizona needs rain. Chris and Joe debate when it will arrive. 

    The Why: Reverse lanes won't disappear from Phoenix streets

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 10:21


    Why isn’t the city of Phoenix interested in doing away with the reverse lanes on the 7th Street and 7th Ave?  

    Hour 1: Reverse lanes

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 36:11


    For years, opponents of the reverse lanes have raised safety concerns. They've collected more than 4,000 signatures online and filed a petition with the city this month, what will be their fate? Chris and Joe debate the future of 7th St. and 7th Ave. 

    The Volley: Being lost in the woods and shoes that make you faster

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 9:14


    Maybe you caught the new study that just dropped which labeled this group of Arizonans as being in more danger here than 48 other states. Find out how you can protect the children, and keep your insurance rates down.

    Hour 2: Helping loved ones get out of an abusive relationship

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 25:34


    How does a family member help while the abuser is trying to isolate the victim?

    Hour 1: HB2437, drug-free homeless zones

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 35:49


    This bill would have established drug-free homeless service zones and implemented fines and penalties for violators.

    The Why: Wildfire protection law

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 11:14


    Why is the new Wildfire protection law a BIG money maker for everyone except the people of Arizona?

    Hour 2: The heat is deadly

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 29:46


    We got another nasty reminder this week of the deadly power of Arizona’s heat.

    The Volley: Growing old and who makes the best burgers and fries?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 11:49


    It’s a hungry hump day headline volley today as the other stories you need to know about are sure to fill your belly.  Grab your napkins and follow us, on the Chris and Joe Show.

    Hour 1: Why is a $1,000 bonus insulting to the American people? 

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 36:08


    Is America ready for another baby bump?

    The Why: America needs another baby boom

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 10:13


    What’s the Why?  Why is a $1,000 bonus insulting to the American people? 

    Outspoken Crossover

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 4:36


    According to BetUS, Baxter the Bobcat, the Diamondbacks mascot, is the sexiest mascot in Major League Baseball.  In Texas, lawmakers have banned “furries” in school.  What’s going on with the obsession over furry sexiness? 

    The Volley

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 10:45


    Touching on the other big headlines and asking life’s most important questions. Let’s tickle your brain bone.  

    Hour 2: Sen. Kelly won't be intimidated

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 9:09


    Sen. Mark Kelly raised the specter of "political violence" but said he won't let Trump World intimidate him after the president's longtime ally, Roger Stone, called for Kelly to be tried for treason.

    Hour 2: An AZ President?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 11:13


    Gallego, 45, has emerged as a rising star within the Democratic Party since winning a hard-fought Senate race in November in the battleground state that went for Trump. Democrats have increasingly looked to Gallego — a Latino and Marine veteran with working-class roots — as a voice on how to successfully court both base Democratic voters and moderates.    

    Hour 1: Too Broke for Vices

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 6:53


    Experts studying why Gen Z is drinking significantly less than previous generations have offered up several potential factors, including health concerns and the influence of social media. A Dutch banking company offers a much simpler reason: Gen Z is broke.  

    Kelsey Dickerson, spokesperson for AZ Humane Society

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 9:08


    Financial hardships causing more Arizona families to surrender pets. This is only going to get worse as we continue to move toward a rental society.  The harder homeownership becomes, the less likely someone is to have a pet.  

    What's the Why? Why's the current job market creating uncertainty?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 9:56


    What's going on with the job market? GenZ prefers to avoid leadership roles at work in favor of a better work life balance. This preference should be a wake up call for corporate leaders who need to develop the next generation of leader to kee their businesses running.

    Hour 1: Job Hopping Gen-Z

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 11:20


    Gen-Z has been fast tracking their way up the career ladder by hopping from job to job. But this shortcut to bigger paychecks and snazzy job-titles has lost its edge. Now, staying loyal pays virtually just as much as jumping ship. 

    Hour 2: A case of no so fatherly love

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 30:35


    A father facing charges in the death of his 2-year-old daughter was granted court approval to travel to Hawaii for a family vacation.

    The Volley: Kids screen time and work fears

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 12:19


    From rotten fathers to state run parenting and secret societies running government!  Oooooo, the stories today are juicy.  You’ll find out about one state that has the solution to “the kids these days” and the Supreme Court that thinks you don’t know any better in our Headline Volley.

    Hour 1: How close are we to empty shelves in the grocery store?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 36:25


    Supply chain experts and retailers have said the U.S. was a few weeks away from empty shelves and soaring prices, on par with the COVID pandemic, as trade all but stopped.

    The Why: Trade talks with China are back on

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 9:59


    What’s the Why? Why is kicking the can down the road bad for Arizona? 

    Hour 2: Arizona's race for Governor

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 29:28


    Trump has endorsed Andy Biggs,  a sign that the president was hedging his bet on the Arizona race.

    The Volley: Christmas presents and thoroughbred racing

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 11:49


    Think back to the easiest job you ever had.  Did it feel like you were stealing money from the company it was so easy?  What about the hardest gig?  Some of you get kudos for having the toughest job around but some of you are slacking.  You’ll find out who gets the merit badge for sacrifice at work, in our Headline Volley.

    Hour 1: How important is an endorsement from Trump?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 34:57


    Why is the MAGA endorsement more of a risk than ever? 

    The Why: MAGA endorsement

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 9:54


    Why is the MAGA endorsement more of a risk than ever? 

    The Why: Maricopa County Record vs. Board of Supervisors clash on mail-in voting

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 10:37


    Why would Maricopa County Recorder Justin Heap risk ruffling MAGA feathers by doing one of the things they hate the most? Chris and Joe explore what would motivate County Recorder Heap to make the move he's making. 

    KTAR Legal Analyst, Barry Markson

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 10:05


    KTAR's Legal Analyst Barry Markson gives his legal expertise pertiaining to Christopher Pelkey's murder hearing, and the implentation of artificial intelligence in court room testimonies  

    Licensed Therapist, Michael Klinkner

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 9:37


    Michael Klinkner joins Chris and Joe to discuss some Mother's Day blues, such as having a mother that has passed or dealing with strained relationships

    ABC News Reporter, Alex Stone

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 8:04


    Alex Stone of ABC News, joins Chris and Joe to discuss Christopher Pelkey's murder trial, and the reaction of the courtoom to his AI testimony

    The Volley: A new IKEA, and Utah's hockey team

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 11:21


    IKEA plans on opening a new loaction in North Phoenix, and Utah's hockey team finally has a name! Chris and Joe give their take on these topics on today's healine volley

    Hour 2: AI Testimony

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 28:37


    Christopher Pelkey was killed in a road rage incident in Arizona in 2021.  At his sentencing hearing, artificial intelligence brought him back to life. Chris and Joe talk to ABC's Alex Stone to get a perpective from inside the courtroom. KTAR legal analyst Barry Markson also gives his take on this new form of testimony

    Hour 1: Mail in mayhem and the Mother's Day Blues

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 35:44


    Chris and Joe take a look at Maricopa County Recorder Justin Heap's plan to mail ballots to some voters, and analyze the risk in doing so. Also, Miachael Klinkner joins the show to discuss how experience Mother's Day

    Hour 2: What do you feed to your pet snake?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 29:23


    While Americans around the country scramble to get their REAL IDs by Wednesday’s deadline, agency officials are saying they can still travel — for now.

    The Volley: Real ID and snake food

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 10:36


    While Americans around the country scramble to get their REAL IDs by Wednesday’s deadline, agency officials are saying they can still travel — for now.

    Hour 1: How easy is it for a landlord to evict tenants?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 35:58


    Arizona Landlords want to initiate eviction action against tenants without a conviction, criminal charge or even a crime. Why would you sign a lease that gives away all your protections?  

    The Why: Arizona landlords want to initiate eviction action against tenants without a conviction, criminal charge or even a crime

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 9:49


    What's the why? Why would you sign a lease that gives away all your protections?   

    Hour 2: Is it a buyer's or seller's market?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 28:33


    The Phoenix housing market’s inventory has not been this crowded for nearly a decade.

    The Volley: Parental qualities and lay a way

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 10:27


    When was the last time you had an honest conversation with yourself about your own strengths and weaknesses?  I avoid them, too.... I get sad.  But, we’ll have to face the music and really dive into what we are good at and what contributions we are making to society that are slowly causing its downfall.

    Hour 1: Should they stay or should they go?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 36:35


    Negotiations on a plan to use taxpayer dollars for Chase Field repairs are moving ahead, but a parting comment in a recent private meeting has raised questions over what multiple participants perceived as a veiled threat. 

    The Why: Negotiations over Chase Field

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 9:59


    What’s The Why? Why are the politicians who claim to be standing up for tax payers, starting to bend in the negotiations?

    The Volley: Cheap fast food and buying generic

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 8:45


    You’re trying to save money and the latest data shows just how you’re doing it.  The truth is, some things you just won’t compromise on and other things aren’t quite as inexpensive as you may have thought.  See if you are pinching all the right pennies in the Headline Volley.

    Hour 2: Trade wars continue

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 29:08


    Families across Southern California are stocking up on household items, fearing prices will increase due to the new tariffs and imports expected to slow down.

    Hour 1: Preston Lord case, the first sentencing

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 37:12


    The first sentencing in the Preston Lord case came down and you can’t help but to feel this guy got lucky.

    The Why: Paying for public school

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 9:37


    What’s the Why?  Why is it so hard to get adequate funding for schools?

    Hour 2: Power in the valley

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 29:03


    Power companies are crucial in the Valley, especially in the heat of the summer. Both SRP and APS have found themselves in the news recently, Chris and Joe dive deep into those stories

    The Volley: Tragic comedy and Movies for you

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 9:55


    The Tempe Tavern trouble have Chris and Joe wondering: Does tragedy plus time equal comedy? Also, what movies do you put on when you want to feel good? The answers these these questions are on today's Headline Volley

    Hour 1: Chase Field

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 36:47


    Govenor Hobbs is prepared to get the ball rolling on the Chase Field bill. That means more from tax-payers, right? Chris and Joe look at what a new Chase Field will mean for Arizonans 

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