Chaz and AJ In The Morning

Chaz and AJ were talking about the preparation and anxiety leading up to being in the box for 24 hours, when Nancy from Long Island called in during an espresso binge. (0:00)  In Dumb Ass News, another chapter in the book that proves Ruth hates kids on airplanes. (11:34)  Scot Haney from Channel 3 WFSB was on the phone this morning to talk about the items he's preparing for his 24 hours in the box...

Chaz and AJ replayed an interview with Vietnam veteran Art Wiknik, who survived the Battle of Hamburger Hill. Art survived the climb to the summit, despite being blinded, and lit on fire by a shot to the chest. (0:00)  Chaz and AJ wanted to get some real, local stories from the Tribe. AJ began by sharing a story about his Uncle Anthony from World War 2. (12:18) More service stories from veterans,...

In Dumb Ass News, a mom on maternity leave made the news for spending her free time successfully hunting a record size alligator. (0:00)   Governor Ned Lamont was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about his plans on Veterans Day in the state, and addressed his recent announcement to run for a third term as CT's Governor. (9:58) 

Chaz and Scot Haney will be live from the box on Thursday, spending 24 hours together to raise money for the Toy Drive next month. The last piece of the puzzle was to select the song that will play on repeat the whole 24 hours, which the Tribe voted on all weekend.  Photo credit: Getty Images

Chaz and AJ saw a news story about Diddy being caught drinking prison wine, so called their buddy Joe Carlone, a retired Captain of the Dept. of Corrections, to talk about the creative things prisoners are able to make. Then, the Tribe called in to share their stories from serving time, or as corrections officers.   Photo credit: Getty Images

Next week, Chaz and Scot Haney will be in a box for 24 hours, listening to the same song on repeat. Scot was on the phone this morning as Chaz and AJ took calls from the Tribe for song suggestions, and ideas for things that could happen while they are in the box to help raise money for the Toy Drive. 

During Dumb Ass News, Chaz and AJ had audio of an Uber driver losing their mind on passengers who asked to have the radio on. Uber Tim called in to share his stories of passengers that acted like morons. (0:00)  Professor Ari Loeb was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about the mysterious comet in our solar systenm. The comet has not behaved like a normal comet, gaining speed, gai...

A week from today, Chaz and Scot Haney will begin their 24 hours in a box together. One of the last pieces to put in place, is the song that will play the entire time on an endless loop. The Tribe called in the songs they think will provide the most entertainment for everyone, except Chaz and Scot. 

Chaz asked his wife, Jennifer to call in to talk about the incident that happened in the house last night. Audio was shared of the traumatic event, involving the death of the spider. (0:00)  In Dumb Ass News, a massive fight broke out at a new Bass Pro Shops while people were waiting for the bathroom. (6:45)  Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ this morning, to talk about how incred...

Chaz and AJ were able to get Tommy Tutone on the phone this morning, even though he's currently partying in Cancun. Tommy explained the real person that inspired the band's iconic hit, "867-5309/Jenny," and why he won't go after a big rock star for a similar sounding song.  Photo courtesy: Tommy Tutone 

Chaz and AJ talked about last night's election results, including another win in West Haven for Dorinda Borer, and a 6-term run ending in Ansonia for David Cassetti. (0:00)  In Dumb Ass News, Connecticut's attempt to correct bad behavior on city buses completely misses the intended audience. (15:59) Chaz and AJ continued a discussion from yesterday, as mating season for deer has lead to a drastic...

Chaz and AJ spoke with Joseph Allen of Shelton this morning, who recently lost his entire life savings through a scam. Some Tribe members called in to share their stories of being scammed, while expressing a lot of sympathy for Joseph. Then, Matt Cox, an ex-professional fraudster, was on to share how he wound up with millions in fraudulent cash through mortgage scams.   Photo courtesy: Matt Cox

To start the show this morning, Chaz and AJ put out a warning about the uptick of deer accidents since the clocks changed. The Tribe called in to share some of their stories involving accidents with deer, and to share tips on how to properly hit them (if needed.) (0:00)  The news of Dick Cheney's passing was announced while the show was on live, and Chaz and AJ immediately remembered interviewing...

Chaz and AJ's "Bad Idea Island" highlights the worst of pop culture, through music, movies, ads or products that completely ruined their chances to succeed. This morning, AJ highlighted one of the all-time worst music videos, "Dancing in the Street" by Mick Jagger and David Bowie.   Photo credit: Reuters

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 o...

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...

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.  Photo credit: Getty Images 

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...

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.  Photo credit: Getty Images 

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 Connect...

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.  Photo credit: Getty Images 

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....

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 As...