Episodes

  • The Last Show of the Year: Top 10 Moments, Merry Gary Busey, Tribe Calls

    The Last Show of the Year: Top 10 Moments, Merry Gary Busey, Tribe Calls
    Dec 16 2025
    Chaz and AJ counted down the Top 10 show moments from the year, with Ruth handling the list. There was some serious argument about how some of these were ordered. (0:00)

    Is CT seriously getting rid of nips? House minority leader Vince Candelora was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk about the chances they go away, and more. (14:55)

    In Dumb Ass News, more Gary Busey celebrating the holidays with insane posts on his instagram page. (29:52)

    Brian Foley called in to talk about the horrifying details of Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner's murders. He also shared a personal story of a past arrest that started his path to becoming a police officer. (35:45)

    As the show began to wind down, Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe to call in and share their plans for the holidays, or share a message for someone special on the air. (44:48)
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Monday, Dec. 15: The Big Toy Drive Recap, Waterbury's Water Emergency

    Monday, Dec. 15: The Big Toy Drive Recap, Waterbury's Water Emergency
    Dec 15 2025
    Chaz and AJ opened the show talking about the Toy Drive, from the record-setting total, to the incredible performances by Sponge and Quiet Riot. (0:00)

    Brian Blackmore handled this morning's Bad Idea Island, with the murderous Elmo doll. (14:53)

    Waterbury Mayor Paul Pernerewski was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to address the water main break that has caused a lot of trouble over the last few days. (20:31)

    Chaz took a call from his buddy, Rui, right before Dumb Ass News to shoutout Team Rubicon who have been a massive help in Waterbury. Then, Dumb Ass News was all about the oddball Gary Busey holiday post on his Instagram page. (33:44)

    Chaz and AJ brought on New Haven's assistant fire chief Danny Coughlin, to talk about their fallen brother, Chris Brainard. Plus, the water superintendent from Waterbury, Brad Malay, was on to share more detail about the devastating water main break. How did it happen, and how is it being fixed? (41:00)

    A whole side story to Quiet Riot's performance at the Toy Drive on Friday was the shirt worn by their lead singer, Jizzy Pearl. Johnny from the Rum Runners was on the phone to explain why he was walking around bare-chested for a few hours. (53:32)

    Al Vagnini from PowerStation was on the phone to talk about the Chaz and AJ Toy Drive. Plus, Tribe members that were in the audience called in to talk about the show from their perspective. (1:03:06)

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    1 hr and 18 mins
  • Pod Pick: Jimmy Koplik on the Return of "The Meadows" in Hartford

    Pod Pick: Jimmy Koplik on the Return of "The Meadows" in Hartford
    Dec 11 2025
    Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on to talk about "the Meadows" returning as the official name of the music venue in Hartford. Plus, Chaz and AJ finalized a deal to sponsor a specific part of music venues in 2026.

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    25 mins
  • Thursday, Dec. 11: Tom Cantone on Quiet Riot, Mohegan Bids, Beating the Porch Pirates

    Thursday, Dec. 11: Tom Cantone on Quiet Riot, Mohegan Bids, Beating the Porch Pirates
    Dec 11 2025
    Chaz and AJ spoke with Tom Cantone from Mohegan Sun, who was instrumental in gettin Quiet Riot booked for the Toy Drive. Tom even offered up a Mohegan Sun package for 2026, to help raise more money for the benefitting charities. (0:00)

    In Dumb Ass News, some bids kicked off the Mohegan Sun package, and then the world record for the longest vocal note. (15:23)

    Officer Chris Bruckhart from New Haven was on to talk about the scourge of porch pirates, and the best ways to help protect your deliveries. Plus, a Tribe member who delivered mail for 34 years had some thoughts. (24:36)
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    39 mins
  • Pod Pick: Best, Worst and Most Underrated Christmas Movies

    Pod Pick: Best, Worst and Most Underrated Christmas Movies
    Dec 10 2025
    Chaz and AJ invited Mike and Mike (from the Mike, Mike and Oscar podcast) in studio to talk about the best of holiday and Christmas movies. After a quick discussion about Die Hard, the Tribe called in the movies that tend to be overlooked this time of year.
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    26 mins
  • Wednesday, Dec. 10: When Star Wars Failed, Coulda Shoulda Been FBI, East Haven's Dangerous Intersection, AJ's Birthday

    Wednesday, Dec. 10: When Star Wars Failed, Coulda Shoulda Been FBI, East Haven's Dangerous Intersection, AJ's Birthday
    Dec 10 2025
    Even the greats can fail, as the Star Wars franchise proved back in 1978. Chaz and AJ sent their wookie-centric holiday special off to Bad Idea Island, with a part 2 coming tomorrow. (0:00)

    Dumb Ass News was scheduled to mine another nugget of gold from the always fun VHS Dating Tapes archive. However, a mention of the FBI started a new conversation that introduced us to Nick the almost FBI guy. (6:02)

    East Haven closed an intersection in town, that has been responsible for more than 100 accidents in less than two years. Mayor Joe Carfora was on with Chaz and AJ to talk about the steps to correct it, and John Krusinski talks about the best Christmas light displays in town. (16:01)

    AJ's birthday is today, so Chaz invited some of the best food New Haven has to offer to surprise him. Joe from Casanova Restaurant was in studio to talk about the delivery from the new place. (29:33)
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    44 mins
  • Pod Pick: Testosterone for Sex Drive

    Pod Pick: Testosterone for Sex Drive
    Dec 9 2025
    Carole Hooven was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about a trend among women, who have turned to using testosterone to restart their sex drives. However, there are many reasons to be cautious. The Tribe called in to share with Carole their experiences with testosterone.

    Photo courtesy: Carole Hooven
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    26 mins
  • Tuesday, Dec. 9: Top 10 People to Tip, Gwen Hates Drummers, Vinnie Dombrowski of Sponge

    Tuesday, Dec. 9: Top 10 People to Tip, Gwen Hates Drummers, Vinnie Dombrowski of Sponge
    Dec 9 2025
    Tribe member Emma was leading this morning's Top 10 list, about the people you should be giving holiday tips to. (0:00)

    In Chaz and AJ Dumb Ass News, another instant classic from the VHS Dating Tapes. Gwen does not like drummers or active people, but can type fast and loves her cottage cheese. (25:39)

    Vinnie Dombrowski of Sponge was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk about playing on Friday at the Toy Drive. Plus, some stories from playing with Iggy Pop, and seeing Nikki Sixx on the road. (35:18)

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    49 mins