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Chaz and AJ In The Morning

Chaz and AJ In The Morning
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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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Chaz and AJ were excited to welcome TJ Miller back on the show, even if he nearly missed the call because of his overnight experience in a yurt. TJ is performing at Mohegan's Comix Roadhouse tonight, tomorrow and Saturday, once he finishes his sound bath with chickens. Plus, some progress seems to have been made with the Deadpool team and Ryan Reynolds.
Photo courtesy: TJ Miller
Chaz and AJ opened the show talking about some serious local headlines, and shifted to a dopey New Haven pizza review from one of the Real Housewives. (0:00)
Kate was leading this morning's Chaz and AJ Top 10 list, asking the Tribe to guess the places that most likely to be haunted. (14:18)
Quinn Fabas-Smith was on the phone from the Waterbury fire department this morning, talking about the puppies was able to rescue from a house fire. (26:57)
In Dumb Ass News, back to the pizza review shared by one of the Real Housewives. (37:10)
Megan Pierce was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk about her world record Joker collection. Since Guinness declared the record, Megan admitted the collection has grown! (45:11)
Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on live with Chaz and AJ to address the positive conversations he's had regarding the Rush tour maybe adding a stop in Connecticut. Plus, the Tribe called in to ask Jimmy about Disturbed, The Eagles, and more. (54:26)
Photo credit: Megan Pierce
Chaz and AJ only heard recently about the roaming goats of Clinton, who have been on the loose since July. Hannah Sgroi was on the phone to talk about her encounter with the goats, after spending over an hour trying to coax them into her car.
Photo credit: Hannah Sgroi
In Bad Idea Island, Chaz and AJ return to yet another Folgers commercial that missed the mark. This time, they knew not to air the completed spot featuring Paul Stanley of KISS. (0:00)
In Dumb Ass News, a woman is shot after refusing to thank someone for holding the door open. (6:33)
Chaz and AJ took some calls from the Tribe about their public dustups, and AJ shared a classic about nearly getting physical with an old man at a gas station. (18:42)
News 8's Ashley Baylor was in studio to talk about her recent decision to relocate to Florida, and provide the forecast for "The Villages." Jose in Shelton called to ask how he could get in, after hearing about the wild behavior that The Villages are known for. (34:20)
Former FBI Special Agent Tom Simon was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk a little about his 26-year career and the cases he was a part of. (44:57)
Craig Inciardi is one of the founding curators of the Rock Hall of Fame in Cleveland, and published a book about getting the whole thing started. Craig was on with Chaz and AJ this morning to share stories of finding the original hand-written lyrics for "Purple Haze" by Jimi Hendrix, the strange way Ozzy Osbourne exited a meeting, and how he came to acquire John Lennon's glasses.
Photo credit: Craig Inciardi
Chaz and AJ's Bad Idea Island took down the infamous "incest commercial" from Folgers. Chaz was not immediately on board with the banishment, until the parody "extended cut" painted a clearer picture. (0:00)
Joe Rupp was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk about his viral, life-sized Josh Allen mailbox. Joe admitted his wife was not immediately on board with the plan, but relented after Josh won the MVP last season. (6:49)
Alec Baldwin was recently in a car accident after smashing into a big, fat tree. Chaz and AJ played the audio from his social media post about the incident, which somehow circled back to his wife, Hilaria. (14:26)
Amy called back this morning to talk about her Geoff Tate tattoo, after he agreed to sign her arm at a recent CT show. Chaz and AJ had Geoff in studio last week, and helped Amy get backstage for the signature. Then, Ken the tattoo artist was on to talk about meeting the talktive Amy. (30:23)
Emily Sands was in studio from Elicit Brewing Co, to talk about the Chaz and AJ Legends of Fear Monster's Ball on Oct. 24. (42:51)
Photo credit: Getty Images
Randy Bachman from The Guess Who and Bachman Turner Overdrive was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning. He'll be at the College Street Music Hall later this month, and went through his whole career on the air today. From seeing Elvis for the first time, making the switch from violin to guitar, and how "Takin' Care of Business" took over 7 years to complete.
Photo credit: Reuters
In Dumb Ass News, Chaz and AJ had audio of Hilaria Baldwin shedding real tears after her elimination from Dancing With the Stars. (0:00)
Scott Derby is running for mayor of Derby. The campaign slogans write themselves, or so we thought. (9:13)
Dean Falcone and Gorman Bechard were in studio with Chaz and AJ to cut about 85% of the CT Pizza Trail, released by the state government a few weeks ago. Dean and Gorman say you only need to know about 20 or so pizzerias to get the best CT has to offer. (19:48)
Luke called Chaz and AJ this morning to explain his role as a "hub-son," a term that everyone hates. After his article in the NY Post went viral, Luke was on with Chaz and AJ to explain living at home with mom full time, and wound up in a testy back and forth with comedian Anthony Rodia.
Photo credit: Luke Parkhurst
In Dumb Ass News, Chaz and AJ had audio from a viral video of a mom arguing with a man in a restaurant about her crying child. (0:00)
The screaming kid debate continues, as the Tribe called in their stories of encounters with horrible people. (6:48)
Comedian Anthony Rodia was in studio, and was immediately upset with Chaz for trying to trick him into insulting AJ. Chaz's wife, Jennifer also called in to share her encounter with a horrible person. (23:31)
Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ this morning to share even more dates added to the newly announced Rush 50 Something tour. Plus, answering the Tribe's questions about Alex Van Halen, Nickelback, Guns 'N' Roses, Bret Michaels and the Stevie Nicks show later this month.
A musical misstep that was so poorly received, it nearly killed two iconic rock careers. Chaz and AJ explored 2011's "Lulu" in Bad Idea Island. (0:00)
CT rep Joe Gresko was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk about the sinkhole being repaired in Stratford, but first entertained the problems existing with the Yankees. (4:46)
Brian Turco, with Port 5 National Association of Naval Veterans, was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about the incredibly organized Tunnel to Towers 5K happening in Bridgeport next weekend. (11:32)
Waterbury, CT made the shortlist of worst cities to drive in, for the entire country. Chaz and AJ discussed the study, and took calls from the Tribe about the worst they've witnessed in Waterbury. (18:09)
Photo credit: Reuters
Chaz and AJ welcome Geoff Tate back in studio, as he's performing two shows in Connecticut this week. Geoff talked about his highest notes (personally and musically,) and took calls from rabid fans in the Tribe. Plus, stories from touring with Ozzy Osbourne, his recent heart surgery, and the answer to a long pondered question among fans.
Chaz and AJ's Bad Idea Island eviscerated one the most useless products of the 2000's, which comes with one of the worst commercials of all time. (0:00)
Two dogs were recently rescued at New Haven's East Rock park, by New Haven firefighters. Assistant Chief Danny Coughlin was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to explain how the dogs were spotted 40 feet below the top of the cliff, and had to be brought up by rope by their special operations team. (5:16)
During Stump the Chumps, comedian Ayesheh Mae stopped by with her husband Nate and son, Lincoln. Her first visit to the studio since their house burned down nearly a month ago. (16:28)
Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about the surprise Rush tour, announced by Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson yesterday, hitting 7 cities in 2026. All you need to know about the dates, the new drummer, and any future plans beyond what's been announced.
Photo credit: Reuters
Chaz and AJ sent a short-lived and unloved doll from the 1960's to live on Bad Idea Island. Ruth presented the case, and banished the doll (and her commercial) forever. (0:00)
In Dumb Ass News, tourists on a safari vacation pissed off the elephants, and wound up getting rammed and dumped into the water. (4:40)
The Tribe called in to talk about the dangerous vacations they've been on, including Antarctica and swimming with the whales. (13:39)
Hamden's looking for a new mayor, and one of the candidates was in today to explain why the process has been unfairly skewed from the start. Jameka Jeffries got her signatures, has community support, but was not permitted to run as a Democrat for.. reasons. (23:53)
Dean Falcone and Gorman Bechard were both in studio this morning to talk about the New Haven pizza museum, the bloated CT Pizza Trail, and explained why they walked away from Chaz after a 5 second conversation. (37:22)
News 8's John Pierson was hanging in studio with Chaz and AJ, and shared some of his pre-TV jobs that were a little tough thanks to the customers. The Tribe called in their experiences as a hair dresser, a park ranger for CT's state parks, and cable installer making home calls.
Attorney Norm Pattis was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk abotu the Diddy sentencing, which was a bit lighter than he predicted. Plus, the bizarre 20-minute video Diddy showed to the judge in court. (0:00)
In Dumb Ass News, a Swedish singer's viral fame for their attempt at covering Whitney Houston. Plus, an AJ update now that he's back home from the hospital. (10:44)
DOT Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto was in studio as the Tribe called to ask about the state of the state's roads, including the first-ever use of a "flex lane" in Danbury. (21:12)
Chaz and AJ opened the phone lines for the Tribe to call in their stories to make everyone say, "Wow!" Paul in Danbury was shot in the face, survived, and then smoked the weed he was shot over. Jen in West Haven grew up with a baboon, after her mother stole it from a traveling a circus at the New Haven Coliseum.
Photo credit: Getty Images
Attorney Norm Pattis was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to explain the Diddy case, and how the sentencing might go. (0:00)
The Yankees won, thanks to a huge performance from their rookie pitcher. Joe Zone from WFSB was on to talk about their chances in the next round of the playoffs, and Jennifer called in with an AJ health update. (9:27)
Make us say, "Wow!" Chaz and AJ let the Tribe call once every month, to share any story they think will make everyone say wow. Lori started the segment with a story about reconnecting with some long lost siblings. (20:15)
John Cafferty will be at Toad's Place next week, as part of their 50th anniversary celebration. John was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning, and shared the story of meeting Sylvester Stallone for the first time. Comedian Bret Ernst put the pieces together during the story, and was losing his mind about who he was talking to. (27:40)
In Dumb Ass News, Lord D'Andre was on the phone to share the full story of wrangling the drive-thru alligator. Turns out the news report missed a lot of the story. (42:17)