Chaz & Aj In The Morning

How much jail time does a politician get for stealing a million bucks in COVID relief money? Chaz and AJ have the answer to that, from the sentencing of Michael DiMassa after he plead guilty to ripping off the town of West Haven. Plus, another AJ called in to reveal what life is like in prison, from his multiple years behind bars.  Image Credit: SPmemory / iStock / Getty Images Plus

Attorney General William Tong was on with Chaz and AJ to make an announcement about Kia/Hyundai thefts. AG Tong has been working with other Attorneys General from around the country to crack down on the "easy" thefts of their vehicles. Tribe member Austin called in with some first-hand information about that process and how frustrating it has been for him as a Kia driver. (0:00) Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik answered question about concerts coming to the state of Connecticut, some that are already in the works for 2024! Chaz and AJ also shared a disappointing update to last week's story of the New Haven Paul McCartney concert that never happened. (15:38) For Stump the Chumps, Chaz and AJ invited Mitch Hallock, "The King of the Nerds" to help with Superman trivia. The character is celebrating a big anniversary this year, but the conversation on the air got heated almost immediately when two nerds went head-to-head on Superman details. (32:45) Image Credit: Robert Daly / iStock / Getty Images Plus

Comedian Orlando Jones from MadTV was in studio with Chaz and AJ this morning. The more they got to know each other, the more it seems Orlando has a story for nearly every celebrity you could think of! 

What is it like to be in prison? Chaz and AJ welcomed comedian Orlando Jones in studio, as the Tribe called to share some tips for how to survive a prison sentence. (0:00) Joe Calzone, Founder of the Calzone Case Company has set the industry standard for rock stars when it comes to road gear. Chaz and AJ asked about the humble beginnings of his business, building a case for a timpani drum, to the more elaborate requests he's had from rock bands like ZZ Top, Metallica and a bizarre custom order by Bob Marley. (17:15) An Australian man survived a crocodile attack, escaping with his life after it chomped on his head. Plus, the intense mating sounds of a male alligator. (32:42) Image Credit: AppleZoomZoom / iStock / Getty Images Plus

Alex Traynor is a local comedian with a rockstar grandma, who has gone viral for her hilarious comments in his videos. Chaz and AJ spoke with Alex and shared a few clips from some of his videos. 

Sgt. Christine Jeltema from the Connecticut State Police was on with Chaz and AJ to talk about the citation numbers from the long weekend. Thankfully, it seems there is also a plan in place for the street takeovers that have concerned citizens of smalls towns in the state. (0:00) Sports guy Jason Page was on to talk about the Celtics blowing their shot at the NBA Finals last night in a Game 7 loss at home. He thinks the coach is to blame, and has some tips on why you want to bet on the Heat to win it all. (14:56) Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe to share their stories of encounters with idiots, which included a person who nearly killed themselves due to the sheer volume of Bugles they ate. (24:23) Image Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Jon Dodd, a shark expert from the Atlantic Shark Institute, was on with Chaz and AJ to talk about the unfortunate incident from Turks and Caicos where a Connecticut woman's foot was bitten off by a shark. Jon explains why this is a rare occurrence, probably a mistake, and why sharks do not like to eat humans. Plus, Dr. Ron Clark was on to explain how the rescue effort would probably have gone down to try and save the leg.  Image Credit: Michael Geyer / iStock / Getty Images Plus

Dr. Ron Clark is an emergency room surgeon, and shared some of the dumb things he's seen that brought people into the ER. The Tribe called in shortly after to share their first-hand stories of hospital visits caused by stupidity.  Is it National Hot Dog Day? Even if not officially, Chaz and AJ invited Eric Hummel, of Hummel Bros. Inc. in studio this morning to share his favorite ways to prepare all-beef hot dogs.  Boss Keith's Top 5 list this week was all positive, since it is his favorite time of the year. Here are the top 5 things we ALL should do this summer. 

Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ to talk a little about Festival Week, offering $99 "all in" single-day tickets for Sound on Sound, and a little about Tina Turner. Most of his time this morning covered one of Connecticut's most infamously canceled concerts, Paul McCartney's 1990 tour was supposed to end in New Haven, but that never happened. Jimmy remembers all of the details like it was yesterday.  Image Credit: REUTERS/ SCHWEIZ/Sebastian Derungs STD/MR/

The Tribe called in their most memorable concerts, from Ozzy Osbourne to Andrea Bocelli, and even some legendary shows by Led Zeppelin. (0:00) Martin Nolan from Julien's Auctions was on to talk about another Kurt Cobain guitar selling for a record price, this time a smashed Fender went for over 10x the original price. (18:10) Dumb Ass News - Is a Hot Pocket worth being shot over? Two roommates had a big fight, after one of them ate the last Hot Pocket in the house. (29:23) Image Credit: REUTERS/Fred Prouser

Alex from Twelve Percent in North Haven was in studio with Chaz and AJ to talk about the bizarre beer flavors he's been pitched, how he left the corporate world behind to start a brewery, and the money he's spent on Taylor Swift tickets. 

Andre's Top 10 list was all about the animals we're most likely to see running through our yard, and there were a lot of stories dealing with fisher cats and skunks. (0:00) Dumb Ass News - In Oklahoma, a man was sending his nude photos through AirDrop, and was immediately identified and arrested. (16:40) Vince Berry was at a Pokemon competition over the weekend, and interviewed people for Chaz and AJ. How much money are these cards worth now? (19:50) After working with Tom Cruise in the new Top Gun movie, Monica Barbaro has been able to parlay that success into a streaming series on NetFlix with Arnold Schwarzengger. (34:22) Image Credit: Ritzau Scanpix/Ida Marie Odgaard via REUTERS

A viral video from Tolland has circulated in Connecticut, showing a violent street takeover. Chaz and AJ spoke with Tolland town manager, Brian Foley about the incident and how police are largely unable to do much to prevent these incidents. Doug from Tolland, a former police officer who served for 30 years, followed with more information on how things like street takeovers have become more and more common.  Image Credit: JessAerons / iStock / Getty Images Plus

Richie Faulkner has been with Judas Priest for more than 12 years now. He spoke with Chaz and AJ about joining the band, and the near-death experience he had on stage during "Painkiller," and aortic aneurysm that certainly would have killed him in any other situation. (0:00) Comedian Ayesheh Mae was in studio to talk about some sad news stories, from a hyper-contagious dog virus, to devastating ice cream news. (8:32) Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was a surprise guest this morning, to announce an extension of "festival weekend" through the Memorial Day Weekend, but ONLY for the Sound on Sound music festival. Plus, a scoop on a big concert coming to Bridgeport, which will go on sale starting this Friday! (26:46) Dumb Ass News - A German surgeon was fired for asking an unqualified person to assist him in surgery. (31:38) Image Credit: Ritzau Scanpix/Torben Christensen via REUTERS

Is the NHL making a return to Hartford? Chaz and AJ spoke with sports guy Jason Page about the possibility of the Arizona Coyotes making their new home in Hartford, something Governor Ned Lamont is taking very seriously.  Image Credit: REUTERS

Joe Meyers the movie guy was on with Chaz and AJ to talk about some big budget projects. Fast X is one of the most expensive movies ever made, but does it live up to the budget on screen? Plus, the Martin Scorsese movie that received a 9-minute standing ovation, and why so many people are complaining about the third Guardians of the Galaxy. (0:00) Dumb Ass News - The Bounce House wars! An Australian man committed arson, multiple times, for fire-bombing competitors in the bounce house game. (13:58) Stunt, or Stupid! AJ was able to attempt his hand at acting, reading sections from scripts from inside a metal trash can, while comedian Pat Oates took pot shots with a paintball gun. (16:57) Little League stories, the good, the bad, the too short shorts. Tribe members shared their moments of glory, embarrassment, and indecent exposure. (24:19)

Chaz and AJ spoke with Todd Simon from Omaha Steaks about their incredible Father's Day packages and he told them all about the newest burger options, filet mignon, brisket and ribeye. 

Billy Corgan of the Smashing Pumpkins was on with Chaz and AJ to talk about ATUM, the 33-song rock opera he and the band have completed. The third and final section was released earlier this month, Billy admitted to having to pay a ransom to a hacker to keep the songs a secret, and addressed how difficult it is to be the sole songwriter in the band.  Image Credit: REUTERS/Mike Segar

Chaz and AJ immediately wanted to test the studio, after seeing a report on Channel 3 about fecal matter in re-usable water bottles. The folks from Baron Laboratories came in studio with the results of the studio's coffee pot and microphones, Phil's jungle of a beard, and Ruth's petri dish of a water bottle. (8:27) On the heels of the Baron Labs reveal, Boss Keith was in studio to share the Top 5 things we do on a daily basis that are GROSS. (8:27) Dumb Ass News - Generally, not a great idea to taunt police when they are looking for you. This dumbass decided to do so on Facebook. (15:51) Survivalist and wilderness expert Jeff Hatch was to talk about the four kids found alive in a jungle after a plane crash, that killed all of the adults. What are the most important things to do when lost alone in the woods? (18:25) The Tribe started to share their survival stories, and one in particular stuck with everyone. After losing his boat, with no lifejacket and only sleeping passengers on board, Frank thought he w

A man has made news headlines for his attempt at breaking the world record for length of time living underwater. It only took Chaz and AJ about 3 or 4 seconds of an audio clip to immediately dismiss this attempt as legitimate. Then, they took a call from someone with a LOT of experience on living underwater, who validated their complaints. Laurie Hollander made a quick call in, from Help Our Military Heroes, to promote an event happening tonight!  Image Credit: Frazier Nivens/Florida Keys News Bureau/Handout via REUTERS