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3/11/05

D'oh! There's more snow heading this way today. Here's the full forecast.

A 17-year-old boy in Meriden lost one of his hands yesterday when an explosive made by his younger brother blew up. Why did this kid trust his younger brother? With explosives no less! DUH!

A follow- up to an old Connecticut story: Max the dog, who was spared death after biting a child in 2003, was put down after biting another child.

Bubba's doing A-O-K... Bill Clinton's Surgery Successful.

More proof that you should have been nice to that computer geek in school... Bill Gates once again tops the Forbes Magazine list of the World's Wealthiest People.

Sports News: Phew! It was close, but the UConn Men beat Georgetown last night to advance to the Big East Tournament Semi-Finals.

Music News: Rush guitarist Alex Lifeson finally has a trial date for his alleged assault back on New Years Day 2004. The trial is set for May 16th. Here's the story.

AJ is always on the lookout for music that's so bad it's funny. AJ's latest find is a Russian rapper named Ill Mitch. To hear one of Mitch's Ill Raps click here.

Loser of the Week:
Our top candidates this week were...

Weather Forecasters - For underestimating Tuesday's icy winter storm.
Michael Jackson - For showing up to court late in his pajamas, and for displaying his insanity to the court.
An odd battle this week, but this is what the phones brought in to be the two leaders. When the speed round was over and the dust was settled, this week's Loser of the Week is Michael Jackson. Thanks for voting!
Entertainment News: Must have been all of those windmill style leg-twirls... Jane Fonda will have hip replaced.
Who knew the Tooth Fairy was such a lop-sided business? Tooth Fairy now paying more.
Awesome! This is the best news we've read all week.. Laziness cures brain cells and extends life span. Excellent.
Heads up Red Sox and Yankees fans... The original contract that sent Babe Ruth from the Sox to the Yanks is up for bids.
Busted! Minnesota Vikings Coach Mike Tice was caught scalping tickets to Super Bowl XXXIX.
Joining us on the phone was Private Investigator Ernie Rizzo. Ernie was one of the detectives involved in the 1993 Michael Jackson case.
Ernie specializes in celebrity cases. He's worked with both Michael Jackson and James Brown. We asked him for his thoughts on the current Wacko Jacko case. Ernie believes that Jacko is absolutely guilty; but he may be able to buy his way out again.
Thanks to Ernie Rizzo for coming on and giving us some more details about the Jackson case.
Impossible Trivia:
What was the D-Day Invasion Password?
Answer: Mickey Mouse
3/10/05
Just a reminder... The Second Annual Chaz & AJ St. Patricks Day Party is one week away!
We've got a big roster of talent lined up, Billy is going to make good on his Oscar bet, and new for this year we're going to have an speed-eating contest. If you're interested in getting in the speed-eating contest E-mail us and let us know!
We hope to see you at the New Haven Gaelic Football & Hurling Club next Thursday.
We're Number One! We're Number One! Hartford is the nation's most economically stressed city.
This story led us to ask "What's your town number one for?" Give us a call at 203-882-WPLR or instant message us at ChazandAJ.
Another round of identity theft has been discovered... Hackers Hit Lexis Nexis Database.
Sports News: Major League Baseball indicated yesterday that it would fight federal subpoenas issued to some of the game's biggest names. Ya... Good luck fighting the government.
Great. Just great... US govt forecasts record gas prices in coming months.
Some good news for Connecticut... In 2004 Connecticut gained more than 22,000 jobs.
To discuss this weekend's New Haven St. Patrick's Day Parade our guests in the studio were Dorinda Borer (Mayor Borer's wife) from the City of West Haven, as well as Grand Marshall Coleman Walsh Jr. and 2005 Parade Queen Melinda Enright.
This weekend's parade is Connecticut's largest spectator event. This Sunday over 250,000 spectators will line the streets of downtown New Haven for one of New England's largest parades.
We asked Melinda how she became the Parade Queen as well as the process she had to go through to become Queen. Then we discussed with Coleman what it's like to be the Grand Marshall and how stressful it is to rise to the rank of Grand Marshall. The cool part is that he gets to lead the parade!
If you'd like more information about the parade here's some more details. Thanks to Dorinda, Coleman, and Melinda for coming in and getting us psyched for the parade this weekend.
As Dan Rather signed off of the CBS Evening News for the final time he brought back his favorite vocabulary word... courage.
Busted! FBI Sting Leads to Gambino Crime Family Arrests.
Aerosmith Guitar Slinger Joe Perry is putting the finishing touches on his latest solo album... Here's the whole story.
Entertainment News: The trailer for Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith airs tonight on Fox during The O.C.
Our next guest was actor Ron McLarty. Ron is the author of the new book The Memory of Running; but he is best known as Judge Wright on Law & Order.
We asked Ron all about what it's like working on Law & Order; and how he got into the TV business. We also asked for his thoughts about the late Jerry Orbach. Jerry was the man; and Ron told us about how Jerry made him feel welcome when he first got to the set. Good stuff.
We also discussed Ron's series of books; and now it seems that The Memory of Running will be turned into a feature film.
Thanks to Ron McLarty for talking TV with us. Check out his book.
Raise a cup of joe and drink it on down in "awareness"... March Is National Caffeine Awareness Month.
Wanna Trap A Crook? Leave a pizza laying about.
Wow. That didn't take long... Now you too can own the poncho Martha Stewart wore when she left prison.
In the close we spoke with comedian Bucky Lewis.
Billy remembers Bucky from his standup comedy days. He's very funny; and he's coming to Foran High School on Saturday the 19th to do a benefit show for the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation.
The night will features a performance from Bucky as well as some silent auction items. The show is open to the public and tickets are on sale now.
If you'd like some more information you can visit Bucky's website or call Foran High School at 203-937-8447 or 203-710-6713.
Impossible Trivia:
In 1990 Upjohn ran the first TV commercial in which an actor said he had this problem. What is it?
Answer: Diarrhea
3/9/05
Here's the complete list of School Delays from News Channel 8.
The roads are in pretty crappy condition this morning. It's so cold that the salt solution and sand aren't sticking to the ice on the road. Please be careful this morning and stay tuned for the latest traffic updates from Cande Roth.
Congratulations Husky Fans! The Uconn Lady Huskies Basketball Team won another Big East Title last night.
Oops. The latest extortion attempt against Michael Jackson hit a snag yesterday... Brother of Jackson Accuser Admits Lying.
Entertainment News: Tonight Dan Rather will anchor the CBS Evening News for the last time. Just like his colleague Tom Brokaw Dan will probably conclude tonight's broadcast with a heartfelt goodbye.
Sports News: First a story was released that said most NFL players are obese. Now it's the NBA's turn... There's overweight, then there's Shaq.
Al-Qaeda must have thought he actually was some kind of Gladiator... Actor Russell Crowe was an Al-Qaeda target.
Quentin Tarantino has officially jumped the shark... Tarantino will direct the next installment of the Friday the 13th Series.
Our guest for Meet the Media today was one of the first media personalities we ever had here on the show... Kent Pierce from News Channel 8.
Kent is a little tired this morning; but he's got a good reason. Due to last night's icy snow storm Kent was unable to go home. He had to camp out at Channel 8. Imagine having to spend the night at your workplace because of snow. Kent is wearing all kinds of Channel 8 gear today; which is what most media people keep in their cars for "emergency clothes". We're glad he made it in.
Since the weather is the major topic of the day we talked with Kent about all the stuff reporters have to say when it's nasty out. Obvious information like "leave some extra travel time" or "bundle up if you're going to be outside". Well duh!
We played a round of Brainiac Trivia and Kent came to play. Unfortunately for Kent, AJ also came to play. Kent did well, but he didn't beat our current 2005 Media Champion Jamie Muro from News Channel 8.
Thanks once again to Kent Pierce from News Channel 8 for coming in and hangin' with us.
Feel better Bubba... Former President Clinton Set for More Surgery.
Hmmm. Must have been some tasty Tex-Mex cooking... Mount St. Helens burps a large chunk of ash.
Here's a follow-up to a story we put the web log last week... Jackson attorneys oppose lifting gag order on Jay Leno.
Heads up Doors fans: A film made by Jim Morrison in the early 60s has been found by students at Florida State University.
Want to see it? Here it is online.
This kid was feeling like Dookie. Now his illness has gone Kerplunk... Green Day awakens boy from coma.
Insert your own sexual innuendo joke here... Vet produces cd to make pigs horny.
In the close we spoke with actor Rick Schroder.
Rick is in Connecticut at the moment; and he'll be at the Mohegan Sun tonight for the World Premiere of Black Cloud. It's a brand new movie that Rick wrote and directed. It's the story of a Native American boxer, who overcomes personal challenges as he comes to terms with his heritage, while fighting his way for a spot on the US Olympic boxing team. Pretty cool.
We're going to try to get Rick in the studio while he's in the state. If you'd like more information about the movie or the premiere at Mohegan Sun check out Rick Schroder.com.
Impossible Trivia:
In 1950 the sitcom laugh track was introduced in the United States on what TV show that was later canceled mid-season?
Answer: The Hank McCune Show
3/8/05
Backlash over New Haven's get tough tax collection is now bringing change. Why? These people are still evading their taxes.
A follow-up to a story we put in yesterday's web log... It's confirmed. That kid at Wesleyan does have bacterial meningitis. If you know anybody that goes to school or works at Wesleyan let them know they may want to check in to the campus health center. Seriously.
We all know 95 is just a nightmare every morning and afternoon. Now we have confirmation... Connecticut has nation's 7th-busiest highway.
Maybe our license plates should say "The Road Rage State"... State has high rate of aggresive-driving repeat offenders.
Sports News: Congratulations UConn Lady Huskies. They beat Nortre Dame last night and will face Rutgers tonight at 7pm coast to coast on ESPN for the Big East Championship.
Despite our best efforts to suppress the ball-busting for the start of the regular season.. it has already begun... Yankees beat the Red Sox yesterday 9-2.
Poor Dan Rather. No respect... Walter Cronkite says Bob Schieffer was a better choice for CBS Anchor.
Dumbass... Backstreet Boy Nick Carter has been arrested for DUI.
It seems Def Leppard has decided to embrace their inner wussies... Def Leppard and Bryan Adams will tour together this summer.
Music News: Brian Wilson is heading back out on tour. He'll be at the Oakdale on August 17th. Here's the tour roster.
Hi-oh! Ed McMahon OK after spill.
Entertainment News: Kirstie Alley will waddle her way back on TV tonight. The name of the new show is Fat Actress. Moo.
Our first guest this morning was Attorney Norm Pattis.
Norm has been on the show a few times before; and this time we had Norm on to talk about the Michael Jackson case, Robert Blake, and a few other high profile trials in action now.
On the side Norm just bought himself a whole bookstore. He's the new owner of Whitlock Books on Sperry Road in Bethany. This is a book collectors book store. They have many classic volumes; and it's been a long time dream for Norm to have a store like this. Congrats!
If you want to find out some more about Attorney Norm Pattis check out his website.
Need a good rainy day game with the kids? Today we played Shout About Movies on the air. It's a DVD based game that plays sound bites from famous films. It's pretty fun. Here's more info.
She's out of jail; and now her quest for world domination can continue... Martha Stewart Returns to Work.
Poor Flavor Flav. He must be heartbroken... Brigitte Nielsen has tied the knot with her 28-year-old Italian boyfriend.
Entertainment News: Actor Jason Cook from the soap Days of Our Lives has been arrested for posession.
The girl from American Pie is back on the market... Shannon Elizabeth to Split From Husband.
How sad... A new study indicates that girls as young as 5 think they have to be "Slim" to be popular.
Today's headline from the Obvious News Department: Heavy Drinking More Common on Campus Than Off. Gee ya think?
Our next guest was the perfect guy to have on for Ticked Off Tuesday... Author Paul Nardizzi. Paul is the author of the book 602 Reasons To Be Pissed Off, Vol.1.
Paul was a VERY Funny guest. He's ticked off about everything. There are chapters on driving, old people, kids, spouses, sports, gay marriage, TV, and a lot more. Not only was Paul funny on the air, but the book is pretty damn funny too!
Hopefully we can get Paul on the air with us again sometime soon. If you want to pick up a copy of his book here's more infomation. Thanks Paul!
Impossible Trivia:
They may be complex, vulgar, or mixed. What are they?
Answer: Fractions
3/7/05
A Loser of the Week Update: Brannon Chandler won Loser of the Week back on January 21st; and today he's due in court for slashing the throats of puppies. We're dispatching Billy to cover today's court proceedings... Alleged dog killer due in court.
Busted! State trooper arrested for driving under influence.
Just in time to infect the entire student population at Spring Break... A Wesleyan student has been hospitalized with a suspected case of bacterial meningitis.
Here's a follow-up to a story we brought you last week... Bono "not ruled out" for World Bank job.
Heads Up for anyone who's considering buying a small car... Small cars do badly in side crash tests.
What else is new? From CNN... Gas prices soar. If anything it'll be news when and if prices ever go down.
Music / Entertainment News: Doctors Happy With Dick Clark's Progress.
Music News: Peter Criss is working on both an autibiography as well as a new solo album.
Poor Alanis Morissette. She's just got nothin' to say anymore... Alanis Morissette is going to re-record "Jagged Little Pill". This time it's acoustic. Zzzzzzzz.
That nipple piercing sent this guy into a trance... Janet Jackson seeks restraining order against fan.
Entertainment News: Kudos to Jay Leno. He actually found an amusing way to get around his gag order on the Michael Jackson case... Jay Leno surrogate handles Jackson jokes.
They'll never take away his love for Mel, but they will take away... his FREEDOM! Mel Gibson stalker faces jail.
According to a new research study... Living in the suburbs is bad for your health.
Hey Ladies... The length of a man's fingers can reveal "How Physically Aggressive" he is.
Today's important life lesson... A job interview is not a date. Don't try to be "smooth".
Thinking about a puppy? Check this out... A dog costs an average of $30,000 to keep over the course of its life. D'oh!
Jesus Saves... Up To 5% On Auto Insurance.
Yo! That's gotta hurt... Construction Worker pulls a nail from his eye.
Joining us on the phone was Christopher Renstrom... author of the book "Ruling Planets".
This is Christopher's fifth appearance on the show; and everytime he's on with us he's so entertaining we have to get him back.
Christopher is an astrologer; and he took some calls and gave some personalized predictions right over the phones. We also heard back from someone who got a reading last time he was on and she said his reading was "dead on". This guy isn't a fluke.
If you'd like more information or if you have a question for Christopher you can check out his website.
Ewww! Too much information Barry... Barry Bonds reports his "Testicles Haven't Shrunk" from his steroid use.
Entertainment News: How sad is this? Vin Diesel's 'The Pacifier' was #1 at the box office this weekend.
This is pretty stupid. So stupid it's kind of amusing... Surfers Ride Giant Board Into Record Books.
Bored at work today? Give this a shot... These guys made big murals in an office building of the Mario Brothers characters completely out of Post-It Notes.
Impossible Trivia:
The first television picture was broadcast in 1926 from Virginia to Washington DC. What image was transmitted?
Answer: A Weather Map
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