Chaz and AJ In The Morning

Chaz and AJ started news with the electric call at the end of Game 7 of the World Series. Plus, Johnathan Carbutti was on the phone to talk about a new homeowner in Texas finding a dead body in the house. (0:00) 

In Dumb Ass News, research monkeys escaped in Mississippi following a truck crash, and they are all carrying diseases. (15:07) 

Bon Jovi's back on the road in 2026, and the Tribe had an opportunity to win tickets if they could hit the high note from Livin' on a Prayer. (23:17) 

John Kaloidis, attorney for the Waterbury stepmom, was...

Last year, Chaz and Scot Haney both agreed to spend 24 hours in a box together. The regret is starting to set in, as the date is less than two weeks away. Eddie from Brown Roofing was on the phone to take some requests for comfort items. 

In Dumb Ass News, comedian Jimmy Cash joined Chaz and AJ in trying to figure out the "bent carrot" commercial. A Tribe member called in to explain their experience attempting to correct a similar affliction on their own. (0:00) 

In news, Chaz and AJ shared some Trick-or-Treat tips from "Miss Manners." Plus, Mohegan Sun's Tom Cantone was on the phone to talk about the Rush shows going on sale today. (9:56) 

A first for Chaz and AJ's Freak Week! After many years of playing ghost audio clips from paranormal investigators, Ruth actually went on a ghost hunt earlier th...

Chaz and AJ invited Tony Spera, the son-in-law to Ed and Lorraine Warren, to call in this morning and go through the process of selling the Warren's house to Elton Castee and Matt Rife. Plus, a Tribe member called in to ask about the Lindley Street poltergeist investigation, and the singing cat that scared all the first responders in the house. 

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Attorney Norm Pattis was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to explain why his client, Kosta Diamantis, may want to go back to court. A comment made by the jury's foreperson to news cameras could bring everyone back in for another go. (0:00) 

In Dumb Ass News, a fornicating couple take a break from their sexual activities to rob a restaurant. (9:18) 

A perfect fit for Freak Week, Chaz and AJ invited Freakshow Kyle in studio to demonstrate his many freakshow talents. Kyle stuck his tongue into a bear trap, stapled a mask to his fa...

While talking about the devastation of Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica and Cuba, Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe to call in the most extreme weather they've been in. After several calls about Hurricane Gloria, Chaz admitted to having no memory of the event in Shelton. 

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Chaz and AJ send Karel Souchek's "capsule" off to Bad Idea Island. Despite surviving the drop over Niagra Falls, the capsule and Souchek would not make it through the Houston Astrodome stunt. (0:00) 

WFSB's Scot Haney was on the phone to tallk about the devastation of Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica, perhaps the strongest hurricane on record. (5:18)

Barry Pirro is a paranormal investigator in Connecticut, and shared some of the audio clips he's collected through his research, including a disembodied voice whispering about "Papa's Candy." (13:35) 

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Chaz and AJ took a call from Joe in Ansonia this morning, about his relationship with a witch who he claims cursed him for months after they broke up. 

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After one of the longest games in World Series history, Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe to call in their longest and hardest jobs. (0:00) 

In Dumb Ass News, a failed booty call led to an arson attack. (11:01) 

New Haven's city historian Michael Morand was in studio to talk about the fairly recent history of Halloween in Connecticut. During his time, a Tribe member called in to ask about Midnight Mary. (18:41) 

Sarah Nicklin was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about her career as a horror movie actress. She's been in...

This year, Chaz and Scot Haney will be sharing 24 hours together in a tiny box for charity. The box will live at Crabtree Chevrolet and Lexus of New Haven from November 13th through the 14th, with Chaz and Scot inside the whole time! All donations will go to benefitting the Chaz and AJ Toy Drive in December. 

Nancy from Long Island called Chaz and AJ for the very first time this morning, to share some info about Lassie. Several minutes into her call, we learned she had started her day with three shots of espresso. (0:00) 

Dr. Ron Clark handled the Top 10 this morning, all about the Halloween accidents and injuries that bring people to the E.R. Gotta be careful carving those pumpkins. (4:48) 

In Dumb Ass News, a TikTok creator that makes music by squeezing his chickens. (18:15) 

Finally! The Chaz and AJ Monster's Ball saw a costume winner that rivaled the Sus...

The Tribe called in to share their ghost stories, including playdates with ghost children, stolen photos from an abandoned hospital, the family that vanished in Woodbridge.

Chaz and AJ sent the world's most low-maintenance pet, Perfect Polly off to Bad Idea Island for the world's worst commercial. (0:00) 

In Dumb Ass News, a man wearing a hat and Speedo attacked emergency responders at a 911 dispatch center. (4:45) 

Brian Foley was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to break down the details of the NBA gambling scandal, including fixed poker games, and also the brazen and viral robbery of the Louvre. (16:18) 

Paul Myers, brother to Mike, was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk about his book about John Candy. The...

ANOTHER Rush update, as they have added a second show to Mohegan Sun for 2026. Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ to share how that all came to be, and then had updates on Dave Matthews, Metallica and more for the Tribe. 

Comedian Vince Berry was in studio with Chaz and AJ this morning to present "The Swan" for Bad Idea Island. Is this the meanest show ever created? (0:00)   

Attorney Norm Pattis was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk about his client, Kosta Diamantis, being found guilty on all counts. (5:13) 

In Dumb Ass News, residents in Arizona were told by their local news to stop licking the toads. (17:56) 

The gift that keeps on giving! Everyone's favorite eyewitness, Nancy Rizzuti, has shared another video update to the Foxwoods incident from Monday morning. (24:14)

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Chaz and AJ welcomed Mike and Mike into the studio to talk with the Tribe about the scariest horror movies. Some usual suspects like The Exorcist, Halloween and Psycho were called in. But, so were Rudolph, Dante's Peak, and Unhinged. 

A new study claims that children should be introduced to peanuts and tree nuts at a very young age. Chaz and AJ spoke with Dr. Jenny about the new information, and how often we should all still be washing our hands. (0:00)  

Maybe the most annoying slang term to ever happen? Chaz and AJ spoke with teacher Angela Santalo about the trend, and took calls from the Tribe about the origin. (12:15)

What started as a Dumb Ass News story, turned into a fullly explosive rant by Chaz about Gwyneth Paltrow, Chris Martin, and their daughter, Apple. (22:53)

Chaz and AJ invited Jennifer and Samantha, two eyewitnesses from yesterday's hostage situation at Foxwoods, on the phone this morning to talk about their experience. Plus, the never-ending gift of Long Island Nancy's video updates, as she shared them to social media throughout the incident. 

Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ this morning to go into more detail about getting Rush into Mohegan Sun for next year's tour. (0:00) 

Wayne Carini was in studio with Chaz and AJ this morning, talking about the show "Chasing Classic Cars" getting started, the Stutz Bearcat find, and writing his new book. (13:35) 

In Dumb Ass News, a college football reporter has to endure the most annoying kids on the planet. (31:22)

Right at the end of the show, minutes before the rest of the world found out, Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on live with Chaz and AJ to share excellent news for Rush fans in Connecticut. Dates added to the 2026 tour, including Mohegan Sun! 

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Chaz and AJ took a call from Tonya, a New York listener, who was looking for a reason other than pizza to visit CT. Right at the end of her call, she was trying to compliment AJ, but wound up offended the show (momentarily.) (0:00) 

There's some good news for anyone who's previously been busted in CT for weed. Chaz and AJ shared the information, and took some calls from the Tribe about times they've been busted. (6:04) 

CT's Attorney General, William Tong, was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to correct some wild claims made by Co...

Recently promoted to "Commander Keith," Chaz and AJ welcomed him back in studio for a Top 5 list chock-full of misinformation and sure-fire ways to get people sick. 

Chaz and AJ opened the show talking about the passing of Ace Frehley, leaving behind his music, influence and a Hall of Fame career. (0:00) 

In Dumb Ass News, a woman went viral for sharing a hilarious story of embarrassment from her new pants. (14:28) 

Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on early to talk about the legacy of Ace Frehley, specifically how KISS changed the expectations for rock audiences. (18:12) 

Chaz and AJ gave the Tribe an opportunity to roast the most annoying and cringe-inducing "influencers" on the internet. (35:14) 

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.

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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 Pier...

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. 

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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 rel...

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.

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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 me...

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.  

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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. 

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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 o...

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. He...

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. 

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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 unf...

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.