Thursday, July 21: The $150M Jewelry Heist; How AJ Beats The Heat; Vietnam Veteran Michael Sulsona

Thursday, July 21: The $150M Jewelry Heist; How AJ Beats The Heat; Vietnam Veteran Michael Sulsona

Brian Foley, former Connecticut police officer was on to talk about the $150 million jewelry heist. Brian seemed pretty sure he already knew how it all happened, and that was immediately supported by Paul, a former driver with an armored car company. (0:00)

It’s all anyone is talking about this week, the heat, humidity and extreme temperatures. AJ believes he’s found an effective way to fight the heat, and demonstrated live on the air. (19:04)

Vietnam veteran Michael Sulsona was on to share his story from the war, first heading over there shortly after turning 18-years-old. Sergeant Sulsona also made sure to shout out “Help Our Military Heroes,” who recently helped him with a vehicle, and is looking forward to meeting everyone at the Chaz and AJ Stand Up for Vets on August 5. (27:36)

Jennifer Bimonte-Kelly joined Chaz and AJ with some Pepe’s pizza, to talk about her family’s history in New Haven, and joining the show for the Toy Drive. (45:41)

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The Local Bands Show 07/24/22

The Local Bands Show 07/24/22

Join Rick Allison and Frank Critelli 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

Check out the bands that will be featured this Sunday….

  • The Vultures – Caffeine High
  • Justin Chan & The Vices – Waves
  • Jake Kulak – The New Jam
  • In Trine – Lay It Down
  • Laini & The Wildfire – Big Ben
  • Shandy Lawson – Crown Street Kings
  • Bill Saunders – New Cardiff Giant
  • Charlie Diamond – Electric Lady Dreams

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

Chaz and AJ Show Rundown: Thursday, July 21

Chaz and AJ Show Rundown: Thursday, July 21

5:30. Chaz and AJ Window Nation Top 10. Top 10 songs with the word “summer” in the title. #1 was Summer Of ’69 by Bryan Adams.

6:00. Will today be worse than yesterday? And which CT town asked its people to use less power?

6:20. How do you stay cool if you’re working outside in a heatwave? Call in your ideas at 877-764-2535.

6:30. AJ has an idea!

7:00. An “Ocean’s 11” type jewelry heist valued at 150 million dollars. Brian Foley, Town Manager for the Town of Tolland & Retired Chief of Detectives for the Hartford PD, on the phone. 

7:20. Dumb Ass News. A woman sues a guy for $10,000 for standing her up. Jason Page in studio.

7:30. If you think we have it bad…. How horrible is it to live in California?

7:40. Gambling and husbands. 

8:00. A Vietnam war story. Retired USMC Sergeant Michael Sulsona on the phone. He received a van from “Help Our Military Heroes” from the Funds that Chaz and AJ raised at last year’s “Stand Up for Vets” event. You can buy tickets to this year’s “Stand Up for Vets” event HERE!!

8:20. Live Nation’s Jimmy Koplik

8:40. This day in Koplik concert history. 

9:00. A 17 year old makes a dramatic rescue. Aiden the Lifeguard from Lynn Deming Park in New Milford is on the phone. 

9:20. Dumb Ass News. Why a woman would kidnap herself. 

9:30. Jennifer Bimonte-Kelly from Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana.

Photos: Halestorm & The Pretty Reckless

Photos: Halestorm & The Pretty Reckless

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PODCAST – Wednesday, July 20: Connecticut’s 16 Marijuana Cultivators Were Approved; Avon PD’s New Training; When Movie Critics Were Wrong

PODCAST – Wednesday, July 20: Connecticut’s 16 Marijuana Cultivators Were Approved; Avon PD’s New Training; When Movie Critics Were Wrong

Weed is legal now in Connecticut, and 16 cultivators have been granted the green light to start production. Chaz and AJ spoke with their weed guy, Joe LaChance, who explained that all of these places had to pay $3 million up front, before growing even a single plant. (0:00)

School shootings are terrifyingly commonplace in the United States, and one Connecticut town is not waiting around to be next. Avon PD Lt. John Schmalberger talked about the training the entire department will be doing, to avoid a situation like the one in Uvalde, Texas. (12:10)

Movie critics don’t always get it right, and no one knows that better than movie critic Joe Meyers. He was on to share five examples of movies critics either loved or hated, only to be proven wrong. (20:43)

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Chaz and AJ Show Rundown: Wednesday, July 20

Chaz and AJ Show Rundown: Wednesday, July 20

6:00. A train strikes a car in North Haven. And a 53 year old guy becomes only the fourth person to do this ever. 

6:20. We have a list of the most important rules of parking etiquette. Pay attention. 

7:00. Who will be the lucky 16 official cultivators of weed in Connecticut? Joe Lachance ‘the Weed guy’ on the phone.

7:20. Dumb Ass News. A man disguised as an old woman robs a bank.

7:30.

7:40. Everyone on gets in the running for Steve Miller tickets. 

8:00. A Connecticut town training police for school shooters. Lt. John Schmalberger from the Avon Police Department. 

8:20. When movie critics got it the most wrong. Movie Critic Joe Meyers on the phone. You can follow him @joesview on Instagram and Twitter.

9:00. The unwritten rules to buying a house. Johnathan Carbutti. 

9:20. Dumb Ass News.

9:30. How to keep the fire burning in your relationship. Sex Therapist Marissa Nelson on the phone. 

PODCAST – Tuesday, July 19: Preparing For The Heat Wave; Bank Robberies In Connecticut; The Worst National Anthem Performance

PODCAST – Tuesday, July 19: Preparing For The Heat Wave; Bank Robberies In Connecticut; The Worst National Anthem Performance

The Tribe called in the most public places they’ve had sex, sometimes even getting caught in the act. Chaz and AJ found a study that the happiest couples are having sex at least once a week. (0:00)

Connecticut is preparing for a heat wave, so Chaz and AJ talked about the businesses that get the biggest boost during one. (15:56)

Attorney Norm Pattis was on to talk about bank robberies happening around the state, which apparently is far more common crime than anyone realized. The good news is, most of these crimes do wind up being solved. (27:19)

Last night’s Home Run Derby was overshadowed on social media by intense criticism for the performer’s rendition of the National Anthem. Chaz and AJ were both incensed by the audio. (42:27)

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Chaz and AJ Show Rundown: Tuesday, July 19

Chaz and AJ Show Rundown: Tuesday, July 19

5:30.  Chaz and AJ Window Nation Top 10. Top 10 Brian May songs. #1 was “Keep Yourself Alive.”

6:00. A national figure for over 5 decades announces his retirement. 

6:20. What are the dumbest song lyrics ever?

6:30. Call in YOUR vote at 877-764-2535.

7:00. Fire crews responded to a department store fire.

7:20. Dumb Ass News. Who’s the dumb ass? An MMA fighter makes big bucks selling pics of her feet.

7:30. How do you even begin to plan the electrical wiring for the amphitheater? Some funny stories from wiring up the most famous buildings. Daniel McInerney (Business Manager for IBEW Local Union 488) and Mike Murgatroyd (President of Woodmere Electric & Communications, Inc.) in studio with Chaz and AJ

8:00. Connecticut police looking for help with 2 different bank robberies. Attorney Norm Pattis on phone. 

8:20. How much sex is normal? There a number. 

9:00. A 53 year old guy becomes only the fourth human to do this.

9:20. Dumb Ass News. A zoo worker hospitalized by a camel

9:30. Why did he turn down the role of Jim Morrison? Ian Astbury of The Cult. You can buy tickets to his show at College Street Music Hall in New Haven on Sunday…HERE!

PODCAST – Monday, July 18: Why You Got Kicked Out Of A Concert; How Connecticut’s Drought Affects Farmers; Comedian Adam Carolla

PODCAST – Monday, July 18: Why You Got Kicked Out Of A Concert; How Connecticut’s Drought Affects Farmers; Comedian Adam Carolla

Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe about getting kicked out of concerts, and in the middle of some great stories took a call from “Cowboy Cal.” He claimed to be a big fan of Chaz and AJ, but didn’t seem to recognize that he was talking to them. (0:00)

Jim Smith is a local farmer, and was on explain how devastating droughts can be for farmers. Who knew so much work went into getting a gallon of milk to the stores? (8:51)

TikToker Katie K. Leonard was on to share some of the wild characters she’s experienced as a divorce attorney. She shared the gross details of “diaper baby,” and then told her favorite story of all time. (22:32)

Comedian Adam Carolla was on to talk about his new book of advice. Adam believes he’s uncovered the answer for why we never see a man sitting on the back of a motorcycle, while a woman is driving. (41:05)

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Chaz and AJ Show Rundown: Monday, July 18

Chaz and AJ Show Rundown: Monday, July 18

5:30. Chaz and AJ Window Nation Top 10. Top 10 Rock Songs with “Dog” in the title. #1 was Hound Dog by Elvis Presley. 

6:00. Bruce becomes a grand-dad. 

6:20. Have you ever been kicked out of a concert? Call in for your chance to win Steve Miller tickets! 877-764-2535

7:00. East Haven and Branford Fire Departments rescue 2 from a head on collision. Assistant Chief Chris Rosa from the EHFD on the phone. Also- Chief Halstead’s last call.

7:20. Dumb Ass News. He was caught with a vacuum cleaner. 

7:30. The concert rider game! Match the concert rider item to the artist and win tickets to that show! Allie from the Ridgefield Playhouse is on the phone. 

8:00. How bad is the drought in Connecticut? Hello does Jim the Farmer know?

8:20. The 3 wildest moments in this divorce attorney’s career. Katie K Leonard. 

9:00. Comedian, Actor, Podcaster and Radio Personality Adam Carolla. You can buy his new book HERE!

9:20. Dumb Ass News. Zoo workers hospitalized after camel bite. 

9:30. How screwed are we as a country? How close are we to the end? Newt Gingrich. You can buy his new book HERE!