The Chris & Joe Show

The Gilbert Goons, who have been accused in multiple youth violence cases in the East Valley, were officially classified as a criminal street gang, police leaders announced Thursday. KTAR Legal Analyst Barry Markson joined Chris and Joe to explain what this means. 

FEAR gripped downtown Phoenix last night. What paralyzed a city for nearly two hours?  

We don’t mean to keep riling you up over the Gilbert Goons case, but there is one more Goons related issue you should know about, especially if you are concerned about the safety of special needs kids.

Chances are nearly 100% that you or someone you love is suffering from one of the most common diseases in the US.  What you can do to help one half of one half of the population is next on the Chris and Joe Show.

Chris is stressing out over a real dilemma from this morning as a very nice older gentleman asked him for help and Chris flat out lied.

Have overgrown weeds? Parking your car in the front yard? Glendale wants to fine you!

Does Arizona have a “Massive Retail Crime” problem or is it just a myth?

The first law would be to change the current social host ordinance which includes civil penalties for people whose homes are used to serve alcohol to minors. Chandler city leaders will also look at banning minors from owning brass knuckles.

Protestors set up several tents, prompting ASU police to tear down some of the encampments and put handcuffs on protestors. At least 72 demonstrators were arrested. 

Does Arizona have a “Massive Retail Crime” problem or is it just a myth?

Several people have been taken into custody during a political protest on the Old Main lawn at Arizona State University’s Tempe campus on Friday morning.

What job is safe from AI? 

For those decrying the charges as “political,” if you are right, isn’t that the consequence of a political election? 

KTAR News Reporter Heidi Hommel and Politcal and Legal Analyst Barry Markson join Chris and Joe to talk about the next steps lawmakers will take to repeal the ban as well as the political implications ahead of the November election.

KTAR news reporter Heidi Hommel joins the show to talk about her reporting at the state Legislature amid an attempt by Arizona House Democrats to repeal the 1864 near-total abortion ban.

What is a "trad-wife," and what does it mean for women's financial independence?

You can see this is already getting messy with ideological sides arguing over when the law goes into effect and what discretion prosecutors have in enforcing it?

Amazon announced yesterday that they will begin delivering packages to metro Phoenix customers via drone later this year.  How long will this stunt last?

How will the Supreme Court ruling affect us in Arizona?  Turns out, we already have people who’ve been convicted of urban camping.

Chris and Joe talk about what to do when your significant other dings up your car and the top headlines of the day in "The Volley."

Chris and Joe discuss the cost of living, the American dream, home prices and retirement.

Why is charging by weight the most fair way to buy food?  Shouldn’t all places be charged by the pound?

A punch from one of the goons was thrown after the necklace was taken and they were taunting Preston Lord and his friends. Who did it strike?

The Coyotes exit from Arizona is a done deal.  The team is officially “inactive.” The 5th largest city in American can’t hang on to a major sports franchise and loses the NHL to a much smaller metro. What does it say about a city of 4 million people that we can’t keep a major sports league in town? Plus, Chris and Joe share their headline volley's including stories abo...

A number of officials, mostly Democratic but some Republicans, have said they won’t prosecute abortion cases under the 1864 law. Does that mean abortion seekers and providers won't be prosecuted? Barry Markson, KTAR News Legal Expert joins Chris and Joe to discuss it.