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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 Dumbass News. Come here for a recap of the biggest stories of the day in Connecticut and pop culture.
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Commander Keith's Top 5 was all about the holiday traditions he'd like to see come to an end, but the list was definitely secondary to his thoughts on the Fairfield SantaCon tomorrow.
Dumb Ass News turned into more of a warning about tomorrow's SantaCon event in Fairfield. Chaz and AJ talked about last year's debacle with Jim Wiltsie, who was the shift commander during the 2024 event. (0:00)
A deer story that you have to hear to believe. Comedian Paul Virzi pitched it as, "A deer story for the ages," and since it just happened this week, all the details are fresh and emotions are still raw. (5:58)
With a pair of Guns N Roses tickets on the line, Chaz and AJ opened the phone lines to the Tribe to share their most incredible stories. From painted bats, to surprise gunshots, and a bathroom visit to be proud of. (22:59)
Joey was hanging on hold for about 45 minutes, just to share some of his Make Us Say Wow stories. He certainly lived up to expectations. (35:37)
Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about his backstage escapades with Doug Gray of Marshall Tucker, the event that convinced him to leave dental school for concerts, and his big goals for Metallica in CT for 2026.
Photo provided by: Jimmy Koplik
Stamford Police Chief Tim Shaw was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk about the intense shootout that lasted most of the day. The Chief also addressed the accent that one of his fellow officers exhibited during a press conference. (0:00)
In Dumb Ass News, a man's attempt to rescue an injured raccoon, wound up endangering the whole community after the animal was determined to be rabid. (9:26)
It happens every year, the dreaded SantaCon drink fest. Chaz and AJ spoke with Daniel Yaiullo, who wrote a play about SantaCon and was able to get Richard Kind to participate with some early readings. (21:00)
In Dumb Ass News, a dog's tongue sets a world record, and a bird smashes the face of a reporter. (31:11)
Chaz and AJ received dozens of emails from the Tribe about the drunk raccoon in Virginia. They invited officer Samantha Martin, who rescued the animal, on the phone to share the whole story of the break-in, the consumption, the rescue, and recovery. Plus, Tribe calls of their encounters with raccoons.
Photo courtesy: Samantha Martin
In Dumb Ass News, a town council meeting was disrupted when a woman took the microphone to complain about the internet. (0:00)
What are the best commercials from the year? Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe to call in their favorites, and made their way to a brand new AJ parody that was inspired by one that ran frequently this year. (5:02)
After yesterday's "storm," Chaz and his wife, Jennifer had an argument about their plans to plow the driveway for the season. Jennifer was not a fan of the solution that Chaz offered. (22:35)
Connecticut's comptroller, Sean Scanlon, was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to hear his role at next week's Toy Drive for the very first time. Why does he hate cats so much? (38:16)
Rudy Sarzo was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk about Quiet Riot headlining the Toy Drive next week. Rudy admits he's never played in a furniture store before, and shared that he was with Ozzy Osbourne for two of his most infamous incidents.
Photo credit: Jason Roman
Chaz and AJ started news with some weather gripes, then turned to attorney Norm Pattis about the Luigi Mangione court hearing. It seems the headlines only seem to care about his eyebrows. (0:00)
In Dumb Ass News, a man burned down his family's home, on Thanksgiving. The Tribe called to share some of their fire incidents that went too far, including a battle with ants. (13:36)
Captain Joe Murgo with the East Haven Police was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about the recent street takeover incident. An officer's car was sprayed with a fire extinguisher, jumped on, and kicked by masked individuals. (20:31)
Seth Porges was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about the infamous SantaCon. Apparently, the early days of the event were intended to be very different than the puke-fest that we know and hate, today. (32:34)
Chaz and AJ started Dumb Ass News with a story of a man flashing people on the highway, then took calls from the Tribe of their run-ins with public flashing and nudity.
Chaz and AJ's Bad Idea Island was supposed to feature a failed Black Friday event from the weekend, but morphed into something a little more top of mind. (0:00)
The results from the Seymour and Woodland "War in the Woods" Thanksgiving football game is in, and that means a first selectwoman has a song to sing at the Toy Drive on Decemeber 12. Annmarie Drugonis of Seymour was on the phone along with Gerry Smith from Beacon Falls, to talk about her upcoming performance of "I'm Gettin' Nuttin' for Christmas." (8:10)
Dr. Kim Shaunesey from the Boys and Girls Village was on the phone to represent one of the benefitting charities of the Toy Drive. Dr. Kim shared a letter and some thoughts from some of the kids who have received gifts from the Toy Drive in the past. (19:28)
Rob Harvilla, "The 90's Guy" was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk about the best and worst Christmas music. Some of Rob's choices caused arguments, but one in particular really seemed to bum everyone out. (25:46)
Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe to share some of the things they are thankful for this year, but with a small twist: A bad thing, that turned out to be a good thing.
In Bad Idea Island, Chaz and AJ revisited the infamous 1997 Macy's Day Parade, where high winds destroyed Barney the Dinosaur. Tribe member Kate called to share her first-hand experience from the day, even getting to sit on the Barney carcass, after the incident. (0:00)
The "War in the Woods" between two undefeated teams, Seymour and Woodland is tonight. Chaz and AJ invited Seymour first selectwoman AnneMarie Drugonis, and Bethany's Gerry Smith on the phone to make a friendly wager between the two 9-0 teams, with the losing town's leader to perform at the Toy Drive on December 12. (5:59)
Chaz and AJ played dozens of voicemails this morning from guests, who all picked their favorite Thanksgiving side dishes. One message did not fit the montage, Senator Blumenthal, who earned an entire segment on its own for the bizarre food choice and loud background conversation. (14:08)
Chaz has a Thanksgiving Day tradition with his wife, Jennifer, where he puts on the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade and angrily yells at the television the whole time. (20:07)
In Dumb Ass News, AJ had a heart-felt moment of thanks completely ruined, thanks to his number one nemesis, Siri. (26:15)
Chaz and AJ were joined by comedian Emily Siero this morning, who shared a story about her neighbor. The Tribe then continued to call in about the people they are not thankful for this time of year, with a heavy emphasis on energy companies.
Dr. Ron Clark was on with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about the most common Thanksgiving injuries he sees in the E.R. (0:00)
Lt. Jordan Brown with the Waterbury Fire Department, was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk about the rescue of a toddler who had their head stuck in a toilet. Plus, The Tribe continued to call in about the people they are not grateful for this season. (8:00)
News 8's Mike Cerulli is an expert at getting out of talking about politics, so he was in this morning to help the Tribe with his methods for the Thanksgiving table. (19:47)
Darren Monahan, a former prison guard at San Quentin, was on with Chaz and AJ to talk about the 5 years he spent there. During his time, he was in charge of the infamous "Fame Row," which housed Charles Manson and Richard Ramirez. (29:30)
In Dumb Ass News, a valet in Cleveland took a $100,000 car for a joyride. (40:33)
Chaz and AJ invited Chef Gerry Iannaccone from Encore by Goodfellas in studio to help the Tribe with their Thanksgiving meals. Chef Gerry shared the recipe he uses to make stuffing in the restaurant, and Joe in Bridgeport claims to have the recipe for the best pumpkin bread.
In Dumb Ass News, Chaz and AJ were able to finalize a friendly wager that will pay off at the Toy Drive, between Seymour and Beacon Falls. Plus, Vince Berry's sweater was thoroughly roasted online by the Tribe. (0:00)
A woman called 911 after an eagle dropped a cat through her windshield. Chaz and AJ had audio of the call, and took calls from the Tribe about their bird strike stories. (9:12)
Martin Nolan was on the phone from Julien's Auctions, to recap the rock auction items Chaz and AJ were most interested in. Especially the safe that Tommy Lee and Pam Anderson's "tape" was taken out of. (28:20)
Chaz and AJ were happy to welcome Kevin Gagliard into the studio from Pepe's, who offered his opinions on a recent list of the 50 best rock bands of all time.
Chaz and AJ spoke to Josh Morgan, spokesperson with the CT DOT about next week's holiday travel. (0:00)
In Dumb Ass News, a man was pulled over for suspected drunk driving, and did himself no favors when he completely mispronounced the medical condition he tried to blame. (9:33)
Scot Haney was on the phone with Chaz and AJ, talking about his car wash incident, and the concern his mother had the whole time he was in the box with Chaz. (15:53)
Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe to call in their most incredible true stories, for a chance to see Weird Al. (33:23)
Commander Keith's Top 5 things to remember about the week of Thanksgiving, from traffic tips, to the apps he expects to see before the big meal. (50:19)
Comedian Adam Ferrara was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to help deliver a message on their behalf. News 8's Jeff Derderian was on to receive that message, after visiting the studio yesterday morning.
Chaz and AJ's Bad Idea Island banished a Super Bowl commercial that killed everyone's good mood at their watch parties, by talking about dead kids. (0:00)
In Seymour, a card shop was tageted in a Pokemon card heist. The shop's owner, Dave Regalado, was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk about the cards that were taken, and might have wound up with a lead thanks to a call from a Tribe member. (5:47)
In Dumb Ass News, a man in Detroit became a local news fan favorite for his viral reaction to a goat named Smoke. (19:31)
There are plenty of crazy and amazing stories of how couples wind up meeting each other. Chaz and AJ talked about a story involving coma patients, and took calls from the Tribe about meeting their spouse. Sometimes, the answer is to just jump in a hot tub with some random guys. (27:07)
Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about Motley Crue's tour, the progress with Metallica returning to CT, and shared some good news about Dave Matthews. Plus, a backstage story about KISS, the artist he paid not to play at Watkins Glen, and some great news for Rush fans. (42:25)
Photo courtesy: Jimmy Koplik
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