Chaz and AJ spent the day in New Haven yesterday for the St. Patrick’s Day parade. Vince Berry and Ruth were interviewing folks on the street, and played the best interviews from the day this morning.
Monday, March 17: Shamrocks, Alligators, the Dropkick Murphys, and St. Pats Parade Audio
Tribe member Emma curated the Top 10 List this morning, and we all learned together that AJ always thought shamrocks were real rocks. (0:00)
In Dumb Ass News, a police officer had to deliver a pizza to an old woman after an alligator took up residence in her driveway. (7:14)
Since the news broke about the Waterbury captive story, plenty of stories have come out about the stepmom. Chaz and AJ spoke to Francesca Melio this moring, who had a brutally terrible story to share about her sister, after spending the day with Kim in 1986. (14:34)
Tim Brennan from the Dropkick Murphys was on with Chaz and AJ, sharing his story of joining the band after getting some inspiration from a teacher in Connecticut. Plus, the incredible origin story of their Irish anthem, “Shipping Up to Boston.” (24:14)
Live from Ireland, Keego the comedian was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to share some traditional Irish phrases for everyone to use on their next trip to Ireland. (30:53)
March Madness, UConn’s three-peat chances, and Bill Belichick’s girlfriend were all prime topics with Marc Robbins this morning. (40:46)
Chaz and AJ Show Rundown: Monday, March 17th
6:00. Waterbury Fire Deputy Chief Robert Stoeckert
Vince Berry in studio
6:20. The top 10 things affiliated with St. Patrick’s Day with Emma. (203) 882-9757
6:40. Sweet Deals and the weekend
7:00. The massive impact the Irish have had on the City of New Haven. New Haven historian Michael Morand
7:20. Dumb Ass News. A woman worried about her pizza almost becomes a snack for an alligator.
7:30. The most interesting people from the bars in New Haven after the St Patrick’s Day Parade.
8:00. More info on the Waterbury stepmom that indicates this isn’t the first time she let down humanity. Francesca Melio.
8:20. How the Dropkick Murphys took disregarded lyrics from a legend and turned it into an Irish anthem. Audio followed by song.
8:30. Live from Ireland: Keego the comedian
9:00. March madness, UCONN and Bill Belichick’s girlfriend. Marc Robbins Channel 3 sports next.
9:20. Dumb Ass News. One of the best news bloopers just had an anniversary and an update.
9:30. Stump the chumps. Stump us with General Irish Trivia and get in the running to see Alice In Chains and win a car wash from Splash car wash.
Pod Pick: Waterbury Stepmom Defense Attorney, Neighbor
Chaz and AJ spoke to defense attorney John Kaloidis, who is representing the stepmom accused with imprisoning her stepson for more than 20 years. The neglect and abuse seems readily apparent, but neighbor Suzette was on to say she never saw anything out of the norm.
Photo courtesy: WFSB
Friday, March 14: Drinking Too Much, Eddie and Shane from Trinity Bar
Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe to share their cautionary tales of drinking too much, to warn the “rookies” out there this weekend. From waking up on the roof of a building, puking on the cops, to fights, theft, and miraculously earning a promotion. (0:00)
Eddie and Shane from Trinity Bar in New Haven joined Chaz and AJ in studio, to talk about the very busy weekend of Guinness drinking and corned beef they have prepared for. Plus, more Tribe stories about drinking too much. (27:07)
Connecticut Pizza & Brew Fest with Brown Roofing
Connecticut Pizza & Brew Fest with Brown Roofing is Sunday, July 20, 2025 at the Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater in Bridgeport from 12pm to 4pm.
Connecticut Pizza & Brew Fest with Brown Roofing is the ultimate pizza tasting event in the state. The Connecticut Pizza & Brew Fest with Brown Roofing will allow you to sample some of the best pizza and craft beers Connecticut has to offer. Also included will be panel discussions, live music and pizza contesting.
Buy tickets to CT Pizza & Brew Fest here
VIP: Sponsored by Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana
12pm-1pm exclusive VIP hour. Free pizza samples only 12pm-1pm.
$50 per ticket
- All you can eat pizza samples
- Free beer samples
- $10 gift card to Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana (while supplies last)
- Stay all day!
GA:
1pm-4pm
$10 per ticket
- $3 cheese slices
- Free beer samples
- Other pizza slices available for purchase at trucks (trucks decide menu and pricing)
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Chaz and AJ Show Rundown: Friday, March 14th
6:00. The Waterbury nightmare
6:20. The Top Ten Movies to watch on St Patrick’s Day with Ayesheh (203) 882-9757
7:00. The Waterbury woman accused of holding her step son hostage in the worst conditions for 20 years has an attorney and he’s up next.
7:20. Dumb Ass News. A Dumb Ass lady more worried about her pizza than almost becoming dinner for an alligator.
7:30. Weekend Parade Weather and Scot Haney takes on a massive responsibility.
7:40. Calls. Name Al in the Shed’s Grandson.
8:00. The attorney representing the Waterbury woman accused of holding her step son hostage for 20 years and Tribe member Ed from East Haven reviews the Drop Kick Murphy show last night
8:20. Win tickets to see Alice Cooper and a free car wash from Splash Car Wash. (203) 882-9757
9:00. A huge party weekend coming to New Haven. Shane and Eddie from New Haven’s number one Irish pub in studio next.
9:20. Dumb Ass News.
9:30. Boss Keith’s Top Five things that should always be free.
The Local Bands Show 03.16.25
Join Rick Allison, Frank Critelli and Dennis Lamar every Sunday at 10pm for “The Local Bands Show” on 99.1 PLR!
Send your original music to [email protected] or The Local Bands Show, 70 Quarry Dock Road, Branford, CT 06405
This Sunday is The Local Bands Show! Check out the bands and songs that will be featured this Sunday…
Support your Local Bands!
Support Local Businesses who support Local Bands…
New England Brewing – 175 Amity Road, Woodbridge
Brian’s Guitars – 453 W. Main Street, Cheshire
Pod Pick: Waterbury Captive Rescue
Waterbury Police Chief Fernando Spagnolo was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning, sharing details of the horrific captive case. A man was rescued after more than 20 years of captivity, that included limited access to water, food, or freedom outside of his room. Former Hartford detective Brian Foley also called in, to share what might happen next to the suspected perpetrator, who has been arrested.
Thursday, March 13: Naked Man Arrested, Meghan Markle Catastrophe, Jimmy Koplik
In Dumb Ass News, Chaz and AJ talked about a naked man’s perfect last name, and nail glue continues to be confused with eye drops. (0:00)
The Meghan Markle NetFlix show has been disastrous. Chaz and AJ invited a public relations manager, Ryan McCormick on to talk about the show’s terrible ratings and content. (7:59)
Live Nation’s Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ this morning to address the health of Billy Joel, Sting’s CT show, and Rick Springfield’s obsession with dogs. Plus, the Tribe called in to ask about their favorite artists, and share some stories about Keith Richards. (21:12)