The Chaz and AJ McDermott Chevrolet & Lexus of New Haven Toy Drive raised over $158,489! Thank you to everyone who came out to Jordan’s Furniture Long Wharf in New Haven to donate and watch the show live.
The Chaz and AJ McDermott Chevrolet & Lexus of New Haven Toy Drive benefits Boys & Girls Village Inc., Boys and Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley, The Center for Family Justice, McGivney Community Center, and Central CT Coast YMCA.
1994 gave us these three awesome albums: Green Day’s third album Dookie, Nine Inch Nails’ third album The Downward Spiral, and Alice in Chain’s Jar of Flies. Jar of Flies was titled after a third-grade science experiment. Jerry Cantell recalls an experiment he conducted with a jar of flies in the third grade, of which the late Layne Staley said there’s a message here, but didn’t elaborate on it. Known for a more grunge sound, Jar of Flies contained more genres in this album, ranging from acoustic rock to blues rock to Jangle Rock. (Jangle rock referring to Bob Dylan’s lyrics in Mr. Tambourine Man and the twangy guitar sound on the Byrds version). The album entered the Billboard 200 chart at number one, a first for the band, and sold over 141,000 copies in its first week. It went on to be certified triple platinum by the RIAA, making the album the band’s most successful release.
Learn more about the album:
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Deputy Chief Tom G with the Stamford FD was on to talk about the insanely daring rescue efforts made by the Coast Guard, as a car was near Niagara Falls. The vehicle had been swept into the rushing water, and with use of a helicopter, a Coast Guard rescue swimmer was lowered to the vehicle, mostly submerged in water, and pulled the woman out before reaching the falls. (0:00)
Tomorrow at the Toy Drive, a brand new Friday song will debut from Julian. He’s the same rapper that created the “Monday Sucks” song to start every week of broadcasting for Chaz and AJ, and got some good information to write a new song that will include the legendary “Charlie Faze.” (8:39)
Dumb Ass News – A 70-year-old woman in MassachuseTTS (!) was attacked by a very large raccoon while she was decorating her house for Christmas. (15:03)
After Dumb Ass News, there were still plenty of questions about the raccoon attack. Ashley was surprised by the extent of her injuries. (19:06)
Live Nation’s Jimmy Koplik shared the concert tickets he’ll be bringing to the Toy Drive tomorrow, if you can correctly answer his music trivia questions. Then, at the conclusion of the auction, one item had two identical bids and Jimmy had to pick the winner for the Oakdale experience. (21:53)
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6:00. The most dramatic water rescue I’ve ever seen. Tom G, from the Stamford FD, on the phone.
6:20. Toy drive update. Auction and donations.
6:30. Ever injured by a toy? Call it in! 877-764-2535
7:00. A new Chaz and AJ rap song will be revealed at the Toy Drive tomorrow by Julian (aka PARADOX). He needs our help building it. Check out his book: “Born to Brawl: Gaining a Fighter’s Edge in Business and Life.” His YouTube Channel is PARADOX BX. Also- Jen Tavella from Trinity Point Wealth.
7:20. Dumb Ass news. Some thing no one wants to hear a flight attendant say.
7:30. It’s about time. New Christmas songs. I hope they are awesome.
8:00. Is there a Christmas tree shortage. This guy says no. Also- is this bit tomorrow going to get us in trouble? State Rep Vincent Candelora.
8:20. Jimmy Koplik. What’s he bringing to the toy drive? Tickets?
8:30. Rate the Christmas songs.
8:40. Today in Connecticut concert history.
9:00. The Mayor of East Haven, Joe Carfora.
9:20. Dumb Ass News. She accidentally put her baby up for sale on Facebook.
9:30. Jamie Wieland, Owner of CT In Home Assistance
The Tribe called in the words they have trouble pronouncing correctly, which included some car manufacturers, condiments, and most of the towns from a nearby state. (0:00)
Dumb Ass News – Many more mispronounced words, as the Tribe started to get a little testy with they way some people say words like “ask.” (13:58)
Movie critic Joe Meyers was on to share his list of the best musicals, since “West Side Story” has been updated by Steven Spielberg. As it turns out, AJ has a LOT of knowledge and opinions on musicals. (20:04)
Joe DeSabella from the McGivney Community Center in Bridgeport was on with Chaz and AJ to remind the Tribe about how important the donation to the Toy Drive are to the kids. (31:27)
6:00. Governor Lamont says bend over.
6:20. Check in on the auction and donation for the Toy Drive.
7:00. More school trouble. And the Flood Law Firm gets our thanks.
7:20. Dumb ass news. The sound of a Mom needs her hair on fire
7:30. Injured on you birthday.
7:40. Hernia update. The song AJ will be performing at the Toy Drive.
8:00. And Kevin from McDermott gets our thanks. And Amy Wiltsie from the Central Coast CT YMCA.
8:20. Why would we do the top 5 musicals? Movie Critic Joe Meyers. @joesview on Instagram and Twitter
9:00. John Cafferty. What is his set list for the Toy Drive on Friday.
9:20. Dumb ass news. Dads blows a gasket with a house full of people. (Fart clip from yesterday)
9:30. Joe Sabella from The McGiveny Center.
Channel 3’s Roger Susanin was on the phone with Chaz and AJ from Hamden High School, where metal detectors will be in place for students returning to class tomorrow. A rash of violence has a lot of parents of students feeling uncomfortable about their safety. (0:00)
While reading a news story about a man in Florida who attacked his neighbor with a flamethrower, Chaz and AJ made the mistake of asking Phil to look up the product online and everyone suddenly wanted to own one. (6:58)
John McCarthy from Rock House talks about the Toy Drive on Friday, but also had a very personal connection to the tragic fire in West Haven. (11:24)
While talking about holiday tipping, and who deserves them this time of year, Chaz and AJ took calls from the Tribe. Frank in Fairfield made a really good pitch for local contractors deserving some love this season. (23:21)
Guitarist Jeff Pitchell will be performing this Friday at the Toy Drive. He spoke about his performances in the past with the Allman Brothers Band on stage at the Beacon Theater. (32:02)
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6:00. 3 Connecticut schools were on lock down yesterday. What’s the problem?
6:20. Guy uses flamethrower on fight with Neighbor.
6:30. Call in your Nightmare neighbors from hell. 877-764-2535
7:00. Connecticut residents flocking to get their booster shots. Plus…Rich LeClaire from LeClaire Heating & Air Conditioning and Debra Greenwood from Center for Family Justice.
7:20. Dumb Ass News. Doctor amputates the wrong leg. 7:30. So how did AJ do co-hosting “Great Day Connecticut” for Channel 3?
7:40. What songs should be on John Cafferty’s Toy Drive Playlist? 877-764-2535
8:00. Horrible fire in West Haven.
8:20. It’s that time of year folks. Who gets tipped and how much?
9:00. Blues guitarist Jeff Pitchell talks about performing with the Allman Brothers at the Beacon Theater.
9:20. Dumb ass news.
9:30. Kimberly Shaunesey from the Boys and Girls Village
Chaz and AJ reset the celebrity death pool, after Emma in Wallingford correctly picked Bob Dole. (0:00)
Ansonia Mayor Cassetti and Naugatuck Mayor Hess were both on the phone to practice their Toy Drive performance of Sonny and Cher’s “I Got You Babe” (12:31)
Former comedian and current life coach Lisa Lampanelli was in studio this morning. Why did she leave her comedy career after 30 years? And why is she so disinterested in sex? (16:45)
Connoisseur Media CEO Jeff Warshaw called in, along with his college buddy Todd Simon from Omaha Steaks! (40:38)