Chaz and AJ In The Morning

Chaz and AJ In The Morning

Connecticut's #1 Morning Show. Heard on 99.1 PLR. Hosts Chaz and AJ lead you through interviews, current events, and Dumbass News. Come here for a recap of the biggest stories of the day in Connecticut and pop culture.

Episodes

October 13, 2025 17 mins
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 Go...
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October 10, 2025 21 mins
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 sha...
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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. 
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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 w...
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October 8, 2025 36 mins
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. 
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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 thei...
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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 an...
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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. 
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Attorney Norm Pattis was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk abotu the Diddy sentencing, which was a bit lighter than he predicted. Plus, the bizarre 20-minute video Diddy showed to the judge in court. (0:00) 

In Dumb Ass News, a Swedish singer's viral fame for their attempt at covering Whitney Houston. Plus, an AJ update now that he's back home from the hospital. (10:44) 

DOT Commissioner Garr...
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Chaz and AJ opened the phone lines for the Tribe to call in their stories to make everyone say, "Wow!" Paul in Danbury was shot in the face, survived, and then smoked the weed he was shot over. Jen in West Haven grew up with a baboon, after her mother stole it from a traveling a circus at the New Haven Coliseum. 

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Attorney Norm Pattis was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to explain the Diddy case, and how the sentencing might go. (0:00) 

The Yankees won, thanks to a huge performance from their rookie pitcher. Joe Zone from WFSB was on to talk about their chances in the next round of the playoffs, and Jennifer called in with an AJ health update. (9:27) 

Make us say, "Wow!" Chaz and AJ let the Tribe call once every month, t...
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October 2, 2025 11 mins
Chaz and AJ spoke with Mickey Thomas about his career with all the versions of Jefferson Starship, and first finding success with Elvin Bishop. Plus, his thoughts on one of his hits being considered the "worst" rock song, even though it was nominated for a Grammy.

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The show started with a discussion about the Yankees win, and then shifted into some celebrity gossip about Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban. (0:00) 

In Dumb Ass News, a wedding guest was called out for rudely ordering a pizza before the food was served during the reception. (9:08) 

Staying with pizza, Chaz and AJ discussed the newly unveiled CT Pizza Trail. Immediately, Chaz had issues with the format, and enli...
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October 1, 2025 14 mins
Chaz and AJ spoke with Steel Panther's drummer, Stix Zadinia about their show coming to Toad's Place on October 30th. Stix shared a story about the time they got to perform with Ozzy Osbourne, and how he screwed up an impromptu live moment with Joe Walsh. 

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Neil Bukowski was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to share the story of how the iconic Neil's Donuts began in Wallingford. A sales meeting with terrible donuts started a years-long process of learning the bakery business and opening his own place. (0:00)

In Dumb Ass News, a, E.R. doctor goes viral on TikTok for sharing a story about the craziest thing he's seen in someone's butt. (13:33) 

Author Michael Bielawa...
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Chaz and AJ spoke with Brian Klaas, author of the book "Fluke." Chock full of stories that illustrate how minute, seemingly innocuous decisions and actions can have major effects. Sometimes, the difference between life and death is choosing the right necktie.

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Norm Patterson was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk about the bad year for yellow jackets, after being stung thousands of times already throughout the summer. (0:00) 

In Dumb Ass News, a woman yawned so hard that it broke her neck, and nearly killed her. (13:25) 

Chaz shared a horror story about his latest hobby house, which included the fridge from hell. The Tribe called in their stories about dealing w...
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