Chaz & AJ's Web Log

11/20/09

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:31:30 -0500

11/20/09 Today's Guests:

Kevin Cottle - The Morning Show is being treated to a dinner at the Farmington County Club tonight, courtesy of Hell's Kitchen runner up Kevin Cottle.

Pat O'Neil - Pat is the Yale Athletics Marketing Director and he was on today to tell us about the parking situation for tomorrow's Yale vs. Harvard game. Call the ticket office for any questions: (203) 432-1400.

CM Punk - Former WWE World Champion CM Punk was on the show this morning taking WWE trivia questions and was interviewed by Magilla. He also told us about the WWE event coming up this Tuesday, November 24 at the Arena at Harbor Yard in Bridgeport.

Gina - Our Chicks that Rock model Gina will grace the month of April, and she was hanging out in studio today!

11/19/09

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:55:56 -0500

11/19/09 Today's Guests:

Mayor April Almon - East Haven Mayor April Almon came on the show to brief us on her pending trial.

Chef Jerry - Chef Jerry Reveron of the Woodward House Restaurant came into the studio to discuss Thanksgiving Day recipes!

Karen A. Albreada - Karen Albreada certified etiquette coach came into the studio to give us some tips on giving tips during the holiday season.

Joe Collier - Joe Collier of Savin Rock also came down to the studio to help promote "Operation Home for the Holidays". Please send all donations to THE CONNECTICUT NATIONAL GUARD FOUNDATION: CONNECTICUT NATIONAL GUARD FOUNDATION, INC. 360 BROAD STREET, BOX 53 HARTFORD, CT 06105. All checks can be made payable to "CTNGFI". OPERATION ELF HOTLINE: 860-524-4924

11/18/09

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:48:01 -0500

11/18/09 Today's Guests:

Matt Scott - Matt was broadcasting live from WPLR's Food Drive this morning. If you have any food items you wish to donate, stop by the ShopRite in Milford on 155 Cherry Street.

Kevin Hogan - Kevin was hanging out in the studio this morning, telling us about his plans for the upcoming Holidays.

Andrew Kennedy - Comedian Andrew Kennedy joined us in the studio for some lively discussion! Check out his show at Marisa's in Trumbull Saturday November 28 @ 9:30 PM.

Sarah Shattuck - Sarah Shattuck, whose husband Brian is in the military, came on the show to promote Operation Home For The Holidays. To donate call the hot line at (860) 524-4924. Checks made out to 'CTNGFI' can be mailed to: Connecticut National Guard Foundation Inc. 360 Broad Street Box 53 Hartford, CT 06105.

Dr. Garth Davis - Dr. Garth Davis is a specialist in weight loss surgery, he came on the show to talk about his show 'Extreme Obesity: A Big Medicine Special' and to discuss obesity in our society.

11-17-09

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:00:53 -0500

11/17/09 Today's Guests:

Stumpy - Our good friend Stumpy came by the studio to explain how to cook the perfect Thanksgiving Day turkey.

Marilyn Bartoli - Marilyn Bartoli joined us to explain why she was the only member of the Cheshire Library Board who voted against bringing "In The Middle Of The Night" to the library shelves.

Andi The Attorney - Andi Hallier came by the studio to discuss the legal and ethical perspectives regarding the Cheshire Library's decision. ANDIHALLIER@GMAIL.COM

11/16/09

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 11:53:09 -0500

11/16/09 Today's Guests:

Hugh Keefe -
Attorneys Hugh Keefe and Tara Knight joined us in studio this morning to discuss national cases and to answer questions from our listeners.

Tara Knight - See above.

Randy Jackson - The former front man for 'Zebra', Randy is now touring with 'Windborne' performing the music of Led Zeppelin. He will be live at the Oakdale Theater in Wallingford, CT next Saturday November 28th @ 7:30. Tickets on Livenation.com. Check out his personal website too: http://www.randyjackson.com.

11/13/09

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:53:39 -0500

11/13/09 Today's Guests:

Colin Cosell - Colin joined us in studio today to talk about Charla Nash and some other big news stories. Check him out at the East Ville Comedy Club at 85 East 4th Street on the 20th of November at 7 PM. He is hosting the Power Hour Comedy Show.

Doug Schwartz - We had Doug Schwartz from The Quinnipiac Polling Institute on the phone this morning to analyze the latest on popularity ratings for the Governor race in 2010.

Britney - Britney is our cover girl for the Chaz and AJ Chicks that Rock calendar, and she was in studio to tell us a little about herself.

Dan Malloy - Stamford, CT Mayor Dan Malloy was on the phone to talk about his aspirations for Governor, and what Connecticut needs to do after Jodi Rell leaves office.

Chris Caffrey - The guitarist for Trans Siberian Orchestra was on this morning to tell us about his show at the Xl Center in Hartford tomorrow November 14 at 3 and 8 PM. Tickets are available on Ticketmaster starting at $25.

11/12/09

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:25:17 -0500

11/12/09 Today's Guests:

Judge Salvatore Agati - Judge Agati joined us in the studio to help us 'hypothesize' the outcomes and possible punishments handed out in the more controversial cases in Connecticut.

Governor Jodi Rell - Fresh off her announcement to not run for re-election in 2010, Governor Rell called in today to explain her decision.

Jim Koplik - Jim called in to tell us about a special deal for the 'Friends of Jimmy' club, which offers members advanced notice of upcoming concerts in the state of Connecticut. Join now for the exclusive access!

Scott Breive - Scott was on the phone this morning to tell us that the Waterbury Firefighters Calendar is out now!

11/11/09

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:40:34 -0500

11/11/09 Today's Guests:

Kevin Liddy - Kevin Liddy served in the US Navy, and he has proposed to Connecticut politicians and the Department of Motor Vehicles to allow a new license plate for veterans. His plan is to offer a plate identifying those who have served and received The Connecticut Veterans Wartime Service Medal.

Matthew Boyer - Staff Sergeant Matthew Boyer was in house today, offering personal stories about his time overseas, and also to give Melissa and Phildo a small taste of what a recruit goes through in training. Any one who is interested in signing up can reach him here: Matthew.Boyer@usarec.army.mil

Ferdinand Wheelings - Army Staff Sergeant Ferdinand Wheelings came in the studio today to run Melissa and Phildo through some basic training drills.

Thomas Montague - Marine Corps Corporal Thomas Monatgue was in the studio today to give us a first hand account of what life was like for a solider in Iraq.

Rich Munckton - Army National Guard Sergeant Rich Munckton joined us in the studio today to tell us some stories about his tour in Afghanistan.

Phillip Lombardo - Lance Corporal Phillip Lombardo is currently serving in Iraq, and he called us this morning to tell us how things are going out there. We surprised him by calling his father Jack to wish him a Happy Veteran's Day!

11/10/09

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:05:27 -0500

11/10/09 Today's Guests:

Marc Robbins - Marc joined us in the studio today to do a little play by play for the listeners as AJ tried to break a world record. AJ fell well short of matching Joey Chestnut's fifty meatballs in ten minutes though.

Savin Rock Roasting Company - Our friend Joe Collier from The Savin Rock Roasting Company provided us with the delicious meatballs for the World Record attempt.

Bill Quinn - Bill Quinn is the director of the New Haven Health Department and he was in the studio today to answer any questions listeners may have about the swine flu.

Richard Blumenthal - The Attorney General was kind enough to speak with us on the phone today about Governor Rell's decision not to run again.

James Amann - The only candidate currently in the race for Governor in 2010, James Amann called in today to tell us a little about what he would do differently.

Susan Bysiewicz - The Secretary of State hasn't officially announced her candidacy just yet, but she did say that she is "exploring vigorously" her options.

11/9/09

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:20:34 -0500

11/9/09 Today's Guests:

Eric Danton - Eric Danton was in the studio with Chaz and AJ to discuss the Yankees Ticker Tape Parade, and also to tell us some of his favorite upcoming concerts!

Jim Himes - Congressman Jim Himes gave us some insider info on the new healthcare bill that passed in the House of Representatives, and what that will mean for Connecticut residents.

Marie Ackerman - Marie Ackerman called in this morning asking for help. Her friend Joan who works at Worthington Hooker High School in New Haven is in line for her second surgery to repair her heart, while her son Brian has struggled since birth through many expensive surgeries to help cope with multiple congenital defects. Contact Marie here to help: marie.ackerman@new-haven.k12.ct.us

11/6/09

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:05:48 -0500

11/6/09 Today's Guests:

Donnell Rawlings - Comedian Donnell Rawlings from the Chappelle's Show and Spiderman 2 was in studio today having fun with the crew. Check out his comedy show tonight at Harborside Bar and Grille in Stratford @ 9 PM.

Erin - Erin is one of our Chicks that Rock models, and she was in studio today to tell us a little about herself. Look for her in the month of May!

Bob Saget - Comedian Bob Saget called in this morning to tell us about his upcoming show at the Ridgefield Playhouse Tuesday, November 10 @ 8 PM

11/05/09

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:46:54 -0500

11/5/09 Today's Guests:

Jim Bozzi - Jim from LiveNation was in studio this morning to tell us about upcoming concerts in and around Connecticut.

Bill Quinn - Bill the director at the New Haven Health Department, and he called in today to help prepare us for the Swine Flu.

Alan Bean - Alan is a former NASA astronaut who walked on the moon! He was on the line this morning to talk about his experiences in space, and also to tell us about his new passion; art. You can check out some of Alan's work next Saturday Nov. 14 at the Greenwich Workshop Gallery in Seymour, CT from 4 to 6 PM.

Taryn and Mike - Taryn and Mike are from Aiello Photography, and they were in studio today to talk about the shoot she conducted with the morning show a few weeks ago.

11/04/09

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 08:59:40 -0500

11/04/09 Today's Guests:

Andrew Pergam - Andrew joined us in the studio this morning to talk about yesterdays elections, and to present us with our Golden Local Award!

John Picard - The morning after his re-election, West Haven Mayor John Picard joined us on the phone today to talk about his plans for the next two years.

Mayor April - Also joining us this morning after a re-election, East Haven Mayor April Capone Almon who shared with us her thoughts on the campaign.

Attorney Norm Pattis - Super Attorney Norm Pattis visited the studio to answer your legal questions!

Mayor James Richetelli - The now re-elected Mayor Richetelli spoke with us on the phone about his campaign and overall victory!

Senator Joe Lieberman - Senator Lieberman joined Chaz on the phone to discuss H1N1 vaccination and what it means for Connecticut residents!

11/03/09

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 09:52:17 -0500

11/3/09 Today's Guests:

Dom Fig - Since AJ is out sick, our very good friend comedian Dom Fig came by the studio.

Rob Kelly - A frequent guest of the show, comedian Rob Kelly called in today to tell us about his show with Dane Cook this Thursday at Madison Square Garden.

Dr. Rao - We kicked AJ out of the studio yesterday because we feared he may have the swine flu, and after visiting AJ yesterday, Dr. Rao called in to confirm that he does, in fact, have it!

Edgar Winter - Edgar Winter joined Chaz and Dom to talk about Edgar's invention and his upcoming show!

Eva - Eva is one of our Chicks that Rock models, and she was in studio this morning to tell us a little about herself.

11/2/09

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 09:08:07 -0500

11/2/09 Today's Guests:

Richard Blumenthal - The Attorney General joined us in the studio this morning to answer your questions.

Dr. Rao - Chaz thinks that AJ came down with a case of swine flu, so we called our good friend Dr. Rao for a diagnosis.

Sal Cirrincione - Sal Cirrincione Senior Director of Rock Programming and Specials, from the Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame, came on to talk about upcoming events at the Hall Of Fame.