
Chaz and AJ In The Morning
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Pod Pick: Waterbury Stepmom Attorney on DCF Report
Chaz and AJ spoke with attorney John Kaloidis, regarding the recent DCF report on the Waterbury stepmom case. Attorney Kaloidis is defending the stepmom, and believes the report exonorates his client from wrong doing.

Thursday, July 31: Summer Injuries, Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik, Heavy Metal Parking Lot
Dr. Ron Clark was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to handle Top 10 duties this morning. He shared the top 10 injuries he sees in the E.R. during the summer months. (0:00) In Dumb Ass News, a kid tried to impress a girl by driving his dad's car like a professional, but wound up totaling it. (19:21) Connecticut's Madison Herrick was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk about setting a world record! She's now the youngest person to summit all of the highest points in each state. (29:19) Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on live to address the cancellation of the Soundside Music Festival in Bridgeport, which was a shock to many. Plus, Jimmy's thoughts on the Ozzy Osbourne funeral, and answering the Tribe's questions about their favorite artists. (38:21) A video from the parking lot of a Judas Priest concert in 1986 has found a huge cult-like audience on the internet. Jeff Krulik, who shot the video, was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk about the many memorable characters from "Heavy Metal Parking Lot." (1:04:22) Photo provided by Jeff Krulik

Pod Pick: Haunted CT Stories with Mike Bielawa
Michael Bielawa was in studio with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about haunted places in Connecticut. Michael has several books out, but calls from the Tribe this morning proved there's always more to learn, including the "dogman" of Seymour.

Wednesday, July 30: Manchester Flasher, Odd Injuries, Ozzy's Funeral
Manchester Mayor Jay Moran was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about the serial flasher, who was arrested, after the story wound up going viral on social media. (0:00) The Tribe called in their odd injury stories, after AJ admitted to feeling a lot of pain when he sneezes. Foosball, racing children, and hotel sex all sent people to an emergency room. (9:37) A few different live feeds were carrying the Ozzy Osbourne funeral this morning, from Birmingham. A brass band played Black Sabbath covers, and thousands of fans lined the streets. (26:58)

Pod Pick: Connecticut's First Wegman's
Chaz and AJ still can't believe a grocery store has captivated so many people in the state, the first-ever Wegman's in Norwalk. Ruth decided to check it out over the weekend, and the grand opening was covered by News 12, who inteviewed a "superfan."

Tuesday, July 29: Store Manager Locked Up a 10-Year-Old Girl, Human Remains, Love Island Idiots
In Dumb Ass News, a store manager was arrested after locking up a 10-year-old girl for walking through his freshly mopped floor. (0:00) A potential home buyer claims to have found human remains on the property walkthrough. News 8's Mike Cerulli was in studio and Johnathan Carbutti was on the phone. (5:46) Mike Cerulli says he's completely baffled by people who enjoy watching "Love Island." Ruth is one of those big fans, but she was unable to sway anyone to her side. (17:38) Torsten Gross has his Amazon series, "Just Hands" premiering this week after nearly two years of work. Plus, Brian Foley was on the phone to talk about the mass shooting in New York at the NFL headquarters. (34:55)

Pod Pick: West Haven Emergency Response
Rick Fontana was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning, to share details from an emergency response in West Haven recently. A firework with a short fuse caused a catastrophic injury, and emergency responders heard the explosion.

Monday, July 28: Jam at the Dam, Butt Sniffing Bandit, AJ's Update
Chaz was psyched to go to the Jam at the Dam over the weekend, and noticed an enthusiastic crowd responding to great live music. However, one act was not too friendly with the station. (0:00) In Dumb Ass News, a man in California was arrested, again, for serial butt-sniffing behavior. (5:03) Mike DeBarba was in studio to help the Tribe with their dog training problems. Michelle nearly didn't get any help, as her call was an absolute mess from the start. (12:56) AJ's surgerical recovery has hit a snag, as he admitted to Chaz and Jennifer yesterday that he has not gone to the bathroom since leaving the hospital. (21:08) AJ called back an hour later, to deliver great news! (27:26)

Pod Pick: Gary Hoey's Tryout for Ozzy Osbourne
Guitarist Gary Hoey called in from his tour with Lou Gramm to remember Ozzy Osbourne with Chaz and AJ. Gary has an incredible story of trying out for Ozzy to be his guitarist, after playing his guitar live on the radio for him, and being flown all the way out to L.A. Photo credit: Gary Hoey

Friday, July 25: Celebrity Deaths, Sgt. Slaughter on Hulk Hogan, Boss Keith's Top 5
Comedian Dom Fig was in studio with Chaz and AJ, as the Tribe helped to recount all of the celebrity deaths we've seen over the last week. (0:00) Sgt. Slaughter had plenty of marquee matches against Hulk Hogan, and was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to remember the man that helped launch the WWE into the stratosphere. (13:05) Legendary rock producer Jack Douglas was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to share his story from a plane ride with Ozzy Osbourne. Plus, the making of classic Aerosmith albums, and how he was able to get involved with the recording of John Lennon's "Imagine." (32:28) Boss Keith was in studio for his Top 5, which was originally planned to be about his predictions for the next celebrity deaths; but he admitted wound up feeling too dark. (52:38)

Pod Pick: Jim Florentine's Many Ozzy Meetings
Chaz and AJ invited Jim Florentine to call in this morning and share about his friendship with Ozzy Osbourne. Jim admitted his first meeting with Ozzy when he was still a teenager did not go very well. Photo credit: Jim Florentine

Thursday, July 24: GG Allin, AJ Update, Jimmy Koplik and Ozzy Stories
During the Top 10 list of wildest rock frontmen, the Tribe called in GG Allin. Chaz was unfamiliar, and got a crash course in the chaos that was the stage during a GG Allin performance. (0:00) Jennifer was on the phone this morning to give an update on AJ's hernia surgery, and shared some of the funny conversation she was having with him. (8:41) A live update from AJ, in his hospital bed, and then Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on to share Ozzy Osbourne stories with the Tribe. (22:23)

Pod Pick: Interviewing Ozzy in 2010, Rudy Sarzo's Concert Memories
Before OzzFest came to Hartford in 2010, Ozzy Osbourne made a surprise call to Chaz and AJ. The call only aired a few times, but was revisited this morning to celebrate the life of the Prince of Darkness, and the answers that may never be fully understood. Plus, bassist Rudy Sarzo shared memories across four different interviews with Chaz and AJ of touring, playing, and fighting with Ozzy Osbourne, and gave his best perspective from the stage of his last-ever show. Photo credit: Reuters

Wednesday, July 23: Remembering Ozzy with Zakk Wylde, Jimi Bell, Jimmy Koplik, Doc McGhee, Carmine Appice and Don Dokken
A sad show today, remembering the life of Ozzy Osbourne. Chaz and AJ spoke with Zakk Wylde back in March, about his excitement in joining the Ozzy farewell show. (0:00) Jimi Bell was one of the very last guitarist tryouts to be considered for the band, before Zakk Wylde was the selection. Jimi was on the phone with Chaz this morning to talk about the tryout process, having dinner with Ozzy, and jamming with Zakk after watching all the other guitarist hopefuls be sent home. (5:44) Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on the phone to talk about Ozzy's death, the rare sell-out feat Ozzy achieved in Connecticut, and explained why Connecticut always seemed to be able to book OzzFest dates. (27:20) Tribe memeber Kelly was on the phone to talk about the live tribute to Ozzy from last night in Hartford. Wolfgang Van Halen brought the house down with a rendition of "Mama, I'm Coming Home," and the Creed tribute was so Creed. (39:39) Doc McGhee, KISS manager, was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk about bringing Ozzy to Russia, and his close friendship with Ozzy and Sharon. (44:10) Carmine Appice, who drummed with Ozzy, was on the phone to remember his friend and bandmate. Carmine shared a story of Ozzy immediately being smitten with a Long Island burger joint after just one visit. (53:25)Don Dokken was on the phone to talk about the Jam at the Dam coming to Connecticut this weekend, but spent most his time remembering Ozzy Osbourne. (1:01:53)

Pod Pick: Joe Zone's 50 Years in Television
Chaz and AJ invited WFSB's Joe Zone to the studio this morning, to celebrate his 50 years in television. Joe shared stories of his start in Scranton, "burying" the Red Sox on live TV, and the comment about cheerleaders that backfired "big time."

Tuesday, July 22: AJ's Surgery, Third-Degree Blackbelt, Honoring Jay "Iceman" Piccirillo
AJ's surgery is scheduled for tomorrow, so Chaz's wife Jennifer was on the phone to run through what he'll need to do. First, she ripped into Chaz a bit for complaining about a movie that he actually liked. (0:00) Ryan McCormick, a PR guy from New York, joined Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about the positive outcome for the Astronomer CEO from the Coldplay concert. (5:41) In Dumb Ass News, a game of music bingo cost a man his life, since his doctors were too distracted. (18:58) Chris Smith came to visit the studio this morning, to talk about his 45 years training students in MMA, as a third-degree blackbelt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Chris also shared a great story from his time as a bouncer. (25:53) Brandon Parenti was on with Chaz and AJ this morning, to talk about his Jeep being stolen right out of his driveway. (44:01) Chaz and AJ invited Gennaro, the son of Jay "The Iceman" Piccirillo, in studio this morning to share some stories about his dad. The Tribe called in to share some stories as well, after hearing there's a documentary in the works; "Mr. Bridgeport." (53:38)

Pod Pick: Torsten Gross, Quadriplegic and Race Car Driver
Chaz and AJ spoke with Torsten Gross this morning about his career as a race car driver, which began after becoming a quadriplegic from a failed dive into the ocean. Photo credit: Torsten Gross

Monday, July 21: Astronomer CEO is Gone, Painful Tattoos with Ogre, Brian Foley's Aerosmith Story
Chaz and AJ started the show by thanking everyone for showing up for the CT Pizza and Brew Fest yesterday, then got right into the Astronomer CEO losing his job after getting caught by the Coldplay concert. (0:00) Ogre joined Chaz and AJ in studio this morning to talk about spine tattoos being the latest big trend, and why it took him three days to tattoo his own penis. (17:04) Former Hartford Police Detective Brian Foley was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to address the Astronomer CEO controversy. Brian has investigated plenty of corporate crimes, and had a story from an Aerosmith concert to share. (36:49)

Pod Pick: Robert Sweeney the Hot Dog King
Chaz and AJ spoke with 85-year-old Robert Sweeney this morning, who was the first food truck to call Long Wharf in New Haven, home. Robert says his truck has been serving people in New Haven for 65 years, and has even been in some fistfights over territory along the strip.

Friday, July 18: Warrant's Robert Mason, CEO Caught Cheating at Coldplay, Tribe Calls, and Tony Spera on Dan Rivera
Chaz and AJ spoke with Robert Mason, the lead singer of Warrant, about the Jam at the Dam happening next week in Monroe. Robert shared about his long friendship with Jani Lane, getting to meet Brian Wilson backstage one time, and the song he hopes everyone will sing along to next week. (0:00) In Dumb Ass News, Chaz and AJ talked about the viral moment from the Coldplay concert, where a CEO and his employee were caught cheating on the kiss cam. Kevin Begley joined in studio, as he attended one of the Coldplay shows at Gillette recently. (9:59) Cheating is not unique to CEOs, so Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe to call in their stories of getting caught. Plus, Tony Spera called in to address the recent death of Dan Rivera, who was traveling with the Annabelle doll. (15:36) Kevin Gagliard from Pepe's Pizzeria was in studio with Chaz and AJ this morning, to talk about Sunday's CT Pizza and Brew Fest at the Harford HealthCare Amphitheater. While Pepe's keeps their menu pretty consistent, the seasonal fresh tomato pie is available right now, until the summer ends. (36:13)Boss Keith's Top 5 was a bitch-fest about the worst people he encountered on his recent trip to San Diego. (48:34)

Pod Pick: Jimmy Koplik Drops Clues to a Big 2026 Show
Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning, and addressed Paul McCartney's added tour dates skipping over Boston and New York. Plus, the Tribe called in their questions, and got some exciting news regarding Kenny Chesney, Nickleback and Guns N Roses.

Thursday, July 17: Contaminated Water, AJ's Root Canal, Dolly the Autopsy Technician
Some swimming holes are closed in Connecticut today, due to bacteria. Chaz and AJ think those contaminated waters are still FAR safer than what they used to swim in. (0:00) AJ's root canal experience was great, compared to the warnings he received from the Tribe. (13:53)In Dumb Ass News, a criminal helps Chaz and AJ learn about all the options you can buy at WalMart. (19:01) Dolly the autopsy technician was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about the strangest ways some of the people she's worked on have died. (25:19) Emily Sands from Elicit Brewing was in studio with Chaz and AJ this morning, to talk about the brews they plan to bring for Sunday's CT Pizza and Brew Fest at the Harford HealthCare Amp. Fisherman Bob tried to ask a question about his favorite style of beer, but forgot all the words he needed. (39:07)

Pod Pick: Pastor Kenneth Moales Fights Off Robbery Attempt
Bridgeport pastor Kenneth Moales Jr. was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to recount his viral video, fighting off a robbery attempt in Baltimore. While attending a funeral, a young man attemped to carjack him and pointed a gun at him. Pastor Moales said his Bridgeport upbringing and football playing past helped him fight off the attacker, making sure he got a "taste of concrete." Photo credit: Kenneth Moales

Pod Pick: Rudy Sarzo on Ozzy's Farewell Show
Chaz and AJ spoke with Rudy Sarzo about the all-day farewell to Ozzy and Black Sabbath at the Back to the Beginning concert and tribute. Rudy shared a bit about the backstage scene, with so much rock royalty hanging out. Photo credit: Jason Roman

Tuesday, July 15: A Vacation Buttcrack Catastrophe, Pizza Fest, Lightning Strike Stories
Chaz and Jennifer had another vacation story this morning, this time involving a ton of wet mud in a buttcrack. (0:00) The Tribe was calling in some of the worst concerts they've attended, while Mackenzie Carey from The Parlor was in studio to talk about Sunday's CT Pizza and Brew Fest. (6:48) Chaz will be introducing the band on Sunday, the Yacht Lobsters. He was pitching AJ on some potential costumes he could wear to introduce the band. (22:43) Chuck in Ansonia kicked off the Tribe's stories of lightning strikes. Turns out, you CAN be hit by lightning while in your shower. (27:47)

Pod Pick: Poop Cruise Director, Jen Baxter
Chaz and AJ spoke to Jen Baxter, the cruise director of the infamous "poop cruise." The whole event was recently covered on NetFlix, and Jen was the runaway star of the episode. Photo Credit: Getty Images

Monday, July 14: Laughing Vacation Goats, Biting Picnic Pigs, Streaking Baseball Coaches
Chaz is back from vacation, and shared a story of running into a laughing goat at a restaurant in Vermont. (0:00)Russell Ruff of Somers, CT is richer today because of his cat, Patches. Russell won $150,000, after his cat found the winning ticket behind his bed while hiding from fireworks. (5:44) In Dumb Ass News, the story of a couple having sex while drunkenly driving their RV takes a backseat to the obviously uncomfortable reporter covering the story. (17:17) Comedian Vince Berry was in studio with Chaz and AJ this morning, and he and his mother suggested the next guest, Martha Byrne. Martha was on the phone to talk about her husband's arrest by the FBI in 2020, which she is still fighting in Washington D.C. this week. (22:33) Pigs were a surprise guest at the company picnic last week, but things took a dark turn when they started biting employees. Ruth got it the worst, after the biggest pig nearly took off the tip of her finger. (39:45)Two baseball coaches lost their jobs for stripping and streaking on the field in front of children. (56:06)

The Best of the Lawncast at Hillbilly Heaven
Chaz and AJ did a live broadcast this morning from Dom and Donna's in North Branford this morning, or as they called it on the air, "Hillbilly Heaven." There is a taste of everything this morning had to offer; from outfits, to creative ways to feed the chickens, the return of the buttle rockets (featuring a cannon!) and a surprise early announcement from Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik. Boss Keith's Top 5, a belly flop, paintball guns, and some live banjo music to wrap it all up. Happy Fourth of July!

Pod Pick: Competitve Eater Nick Wehry
Chaz and AJ spoke with one of the competitors in this year's Nathan's Hot Dog eating competition, Nick Wehry. His records include 46 moon pies, 41 pork rolls, and over 9 pounds of Spam from the can. Photo courtesy: Getty Images

Wednesday, July 2: A Cattle Decapitation Cameo for Ethan, Fireworks Kevin, 80's Songs with Mike Cerulli
A few weeks ago, Tribe member Ethan shared some stories of his dad accidentally shooting himself on three different occasions. Chaz and AJ reached out to Travis of Cattle Decapitation through Cameo to send some words of encouragement to Ethan. (0:00) Fireworks Kevin was on the phone with Chaz and AJ from American Fireworks, to talk about all the CT fireworks shows he's helped put together this year. Quite a lot of planning and preparation goes into a 20-minute display. (5:36) News 8's Mike Cerulli was in studio to talk about 80's music trending with Gen Z, and comedian Brian Blackmore admitted a deep love for yacht rock. (18:26)

Pod Pick: Tornado Warning with Jennifer
Jennifer was on the phone this morning, after listening to the woman in Dumb Ass News who drove through a tornado. Jennifer shared the call she took from Chaz, when tornadoes came through Connecticut in 2018.

Tuesday, July 1: Fast and Furious Movies, Driving Through a Tornado, Emily Siero's Smoke Alarm
Chaz acidentally started a long conversation about the Fast and Furious movies while trying to set up a clip from Vin Diesel. Towards the end, the Tribe might have conviced Chaz to start watching these. (0:00) In Dumb Ass News, she's driving through a tornado. (14:07) Comedian Emily Siero was in with Chaz and AJ this morning, and shared a story about her smoke detector going off at 1 AM before her boyfriend came by to help. She thanked him with a "bloop-bloop" for driving 30 minutes in the middle of the night. (20:55) Chaz and AJ relive a call from Jeff in Monroe, which enraged Chaz because he was not on the mouthpiece of his phone. (24:58) A dad went viral for jumping off a Disney cruise ship to save his daughter, after she fell overboard from the 4th deck. (31:10)

Pod Pick: DOT Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto
Chaz and AJ welcomed Garrett Eucalitto back into the studio this morning, to take calls from the Tribe about their morning commutes. The DOT Commissioner explained why the state has changed the numbers for many highways exits, why the Stratford sinkhole has such a long project window, and shared his thoughts on A.I.

Monday, June 30: Donna the LawnCast Winner, 80's Obsession, Monkey in the Break Room
In Dumb Ass News, a Florida man's reckless driving even scares other Florida men. (0:00) The Chaz and AJ LawnCast will broadcast from Donna's place in North Branford on Thursday. Donna's already planning to send out a ton of invites, and figure out who will eat all the food coming in. (7:42)Violet Sky has built an online following for her dedication to the 80's. She was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to explain why she's so captivated by the decade as a 24-year-old. (17:33) A monkey in a break room? It happened in Mexico, where a spider monkey caused fire fighers and animal control to respond to an office building. (31:47)

Pod Pick: Cheapo Encounters
Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe to call in their encounters with "cheapos," or people who were rudely cheap. This all followed a story from Chaz, who is making sure to get a tip to the guys who loaded in his new appliances this week.

Friday, June 27: Impaled with Dan Shea, LawnCast Finalist #5, Boss Keith's Top 5
A New Jersey lifeguard is OK after being impaled by an umbrella, but Chaz and AJ learned their guest Dan Shea had been impaled before, too. Dan shared the whole story about getting a pencil stuck through his arm in class. (0:00) East Haven makes an appearance in Dumb Ass News, after a person impersonating an employee tried to take two air conditioning units. (14:38) Michael from Wallingford, AKA Worcester Mike, is the last finalist for the Chaz and AJ LawnCast. Mike was on the phone to pitch his house, with easy parking, access to the Pig Rig, a pool, a patio and regulation corn hole. (20:02) Roberta Camille Lione, a luxury wedding planner from Italy, joined Chaz and AJ on the phone to talk about the logistics that go into planning the Bezos wedding in Venice. (37:03) Boss Keith was back after missing two weeks, for his Top 5 things that happened in June. None of them seemed to make him too happy, though. (50:51)

Pod Pick: Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik
Chaz and AJ had Jimmy Koplik on once again this morning, to talk about concerts in CT and share some behind the scenes stories. Jimmy shared details about the time Whitney Houston was served with court papers after a show in New Haven, and why throwing things on stage at David Lee Roth is a very bad idea.

Thursday, June 26: A New CT Carp Record, LawnCast Finalist #4, Youngest to the Seven Summits, Nathan Grube Recaps the Travelers
Chaz and AJ spoke with Rafal Wlazlo this morning, who is now the former record-holder in Connecticut for largest carp caught. Rafal explained why he was called by the current record-holder, Norbert, shortly after the winning catch was reeled in. (0:00) Andy from North Branford was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to pitch his home and yard for the LawnCast on July 3rd. He started strong with a garage kegerator, and lost AJ after mentioning his two young children. (11:53) The LawnCast may not yet have a location, but it is going to be expertly catered. Chaz and AJ spoke with Dan Lanigan from the Pig Rig BBQ in Wallingford about his agreement to cook up some food for everyone starting at 5 AM. (23:14) Emma Schwerin, the youngest girl to summit on all seven continents, was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about getting started in mountaineering, and what she plans to do next (after graduating from high school.) (29:42) The Travelers Championship was a tremendous success once again this year, and tournament director Nathan Grube was on the phone to talk about the event with Chaz and AJ. Nathan believes the crowd really made the difference for most of the competitors this year. (44:59) Photo courtesy: Rafal Wlazlo

Pod Pick: Mohegan Sun's Tom Cantone
Chaz and AJ spoke with Tom Cantone this morning about all the Hot Summer Fun coming to Mohegan Sun this year, starting with the big Def Leppard show at the Arena on July 3rd.

Wednesday, June 25: Mike Lapitino's Top 10, Lawncast Finalist 3, Roger Susanin Wants a Cow
Mike Lapitino was on the phone this morning (a little late) to handle the Top 10 list for Chaz and AJ this morning. Mike had the ten best vacation places in Connecticut, and we all got to hear his first cup of coffee for the day. (0:00) Wayne from Hamden was on the phone as the third finalist to host the Chaz and AJ Lawncast next week. During his call, it became clear he was rooting for a previous finalist to wind up hosting. (13:53) Roger Susanin was in studio with Chaz and AJ, after spending the previous two days covering the heat wave with roofers. Vince Berry also did some reporting on the heat wave, asking food truck owners about the high temperatures on Long Wharf. (21:33) What goes into owning a raising a cow? Roger Susanin thinks it's something he would like to do, despite some resistance at home. Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe to call in advice and information about raising cattle. (35:33) Brian Foley was on the phone to warn CT residents about a new crime trend called "jugging." (54:35)

Pod Pick: Chaz Fights with Martin Popoff
Chaz and AJ invited author Martin Popoff on this morning to talk about his book about Guns 'N' Roses. Martin and Chaz disagreed about the band's role in the downfall of hair metal, and it all ended with a fail by Ruth, before she joined the show.

Tuesday, June 24: Street Takeovers, Lawncast Finalist 2, Creepo Encounters
Vince Candelora was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about the Governor's attempt to crackdown on street takeovers. Plus, the Tribe calls in to talk about doing their jobs in intense heat. (0:00) In Dumb Ass News, a clip from Chaz's TikTok feed of the two dumbest contestants to ever appear on Family Feud. (16:05) The Chaz and AJ Lawncast is happening July 3rd, and Donna is a finalist to host the event. She and her husband, Dominic were on the phone today to talk about their home in North Branford with chickens, ducks, dogs, trucks and a slip-n-slide hill to bleed on. (20:02) Kaylin Morales was on this morning to talk about her encounter with the suspected Gilgo Beach serial killer on a train. The Tribe called some of their stories, and Chaz remembered the time he went to the police about a guy that tried to give him money for ice cream. (35:20) Photo courtesy: Kaylin Morales

Pod Pick: Road Rage with the Tribe
Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe to share their best road rage moments, which might have uncovered an unsolved crime from 1996, and a jar that caused four flat tires on the highway.

Monday, June 23: Bombing Iran, Lawncast Finalist #1, The A.I. Apocalypse is Coming
Michael Shurkin, a national security and intelligence strategist, was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about the bombing of Iran over the weekend. What happens next? (0:00) Bristol, CT made Dumb Ass News, after a would-be burglar needed to be rescued fromt he chimney he tried to sneak through. (14:30) Chaz and AJ are going to be broadcasting from someone's backyard on July 3rd. Jeff from Cheshire was on the phone this morning as the first Lawncast finalist, and shared his history of service in the military, to Cheshire police, and now working with Beacon Falls. (20:04) Chaz and AJ recapped Saturday's event at Pepe's, celebrating 100 years in business. The day included a moving tribute to Gary Bimonte, and a brief sighting of Paul Giamatti. (30:39) Steven Levy, editor at Wired, was on the phone to talk about AI. The latest news seems to indicate that there is evidence that the software is already capable of escaping from human control. Thankfully, the human race has AJ to save us. (37:36) Chaz and AJ won an award! Simon McDonald from the Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce was in studio to congratulate them. (53:51)

Pod Pick: Helicopter Reporter Stu Mundel
Chaz and AJ loved the viral audio of Stu Mundel discussing his "legal marriage" status and "personal debacles" while covering the weekend's protests. Stu was on the phone this morning to talk about his viral moment, and speding time living in Connecticut as a kid.Photo credit: Stu Mundel

Friday, June 20: Free Pepe's, Drunk Airplane Passenger, Golf World Record, Tribe's Summer Stories
Kevin Gagliardi from Pepe's Pizza was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to explain how you can get a free pizza tomorrow! (0:00) In Dumb Ass News, a drunk passenger grabs a woman's hair and attempts a world record for beeptones. (8:10) Scot Haney shared with Chaz and AJ his latest failed celebrity interview. Despite giving his all by singing, Scot was unable to get much from Rick Springfield. (14:40)Kelechi Ezihie was on the phone to talk about setting a world record, and all for a good cause. With 35 consecutive hours of playing golf, Kelechi admitted he will challenge anyone who attempts to break the mark. (22:55) The Tribe called in their favorite "what not to do" stories they learned in the summer. John called to share a camping story, an exploding can launched a firey ember into his aunt's flip-flop. (33:04) Photo credit: Kelechi Ezihie

Thursday, June 19: The Karen Read Verdict with Norm Pattis and Brian Foley, The "One Clap" Rule; Red, White, and Bundled; "Damn, That's An Alligator!"
Attorney Norm Pattis was back on with Chaz and AJ this morning to weigh in on the Karen Read verdict. (0:00)Dumb Ass News: A kindergarten graduation ceremony went full "Black Mirror" with a bizarre "one clap per student" rule. (16:02)Former Hartford Police detective Brian Foley was very happy with Karen Read's acquittal ("zero doubt that she is innocent") and had a lot to say about the sloppy police investigation. (23:05)Danica Thomas, Board member of Red, White, and Bundled was on to talk about an important upcoming event to help service members and their families. (38:19)Dumb Ass News: A 6-foot alligator was spotted casually strolling around a Virginia motel. (43:36)

Pod Pick: Concert and Music News with Jimmy Koplik
Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on this morning with Chaz and AJ to talk about the big announcement that Stevie Nicks will be playing Hartford's Peoples Bank Arena, formerly known as the XL Center (and the Hartford Civic Center before that!) Then Jimmy and the Tribe shared some memories of past Ozzfests.

Pod Pick: Summer Movies and F1 Ratings
Chaz and AJ invited Mike and Mike back in for more discussion on summer movies. The early reviews of the F1 movie really discouraged Chaz, then the Tribe offered some reboot ideas for movies that deserve them.

Wednesday, June 18: SWAT in North Haven, Claude from Alabama, Lisa Wexler on Crazy Wills
Chaz and AJ started the show this morning with news from North Haven, where SWAT had been summoned and no one knew the full story. Things only got stranger, when it seemed no one from the town was calling in. (0:00)Claude Strother was on with Chaz and AJ a few months ago after surviving a Bobcat attack, and then had to deal with a cancer diagnosis. After a Tribe member called asking for an update, he was on this morning to share some good news, and a story from his town's "Intestinal and Testicle Festival." (11:55) Howard Saffan, owner and president of the Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater was on the phone this morning to look forward to a busy summer season at the amp. (25:36) Judge Lisa Wexler was in studio this morning, to share her thoughts on the Karen Read trial and some examples of crazy wills she's seen come through the court. (36:14)