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Wednesday, March 26: $9 Million Tree Fiasco, Mascot Pushed a 9-Year-Old, Danny Mac and Milford Veterans

Jeff Manville, the first selectman of Southbury, was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about the town’s lawsuit over trees. Allegedly, over 100 trees were illegally removed by a resident, and may owe around $9 million in fines. (0:00)

In Dumb Ass News, a mascot pushed a 9-year-old kid to the ground, and says the kid started the physical interaction. (15:39)

A KITT replica, from Knight Rider, was parked at the station parking this morning, as Miguel from Rad Stallions and Brad from CT Movie Cars were in studio with Chaz and AJ. The Tribe called in their favorite movie and TV cars, while AJ re-enacted his favorite scenes. (21:06)

Danny Mac, a local legend and former PLR street teamer, was in studio with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about the Milford Veterans. Danny is also (most importantly) a Navy vet, and brought some other veterans in with him to talk about their time serving in Vietnam, and attending Woodstock. (31:13)

In Dumb Ass News, raw cacao and chocolate are very different things. This kid had to learn that the hard way. (42:13)

Dumbass News: Wednesday, March 26th

Boy Has Hilarious Reaction to Raw Cacao He Mistakes for Chocolate

Man turns up to A&E with girlfriend’s hand ‘stuck in his mouth’ as he ‘drools everywhere’

Mascot accused of pushing child blames 9-year-old for starting fight: ‘He didn’t go for a high five’

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Gaylord Gauntlet 5K

The Gaylord Gauntlet is a 5k race with more than 20 man-made and natural obstacles. This year’s race is being held on Saturday, June 14th on the grounds of Gaylord Hospital in Wallingford.

All proceeds benefit the Gaylord Sports Association and its adaptive sports programs.

See 99.1 PLR at the race!

What is the Gaylord Gauntlet

Held entirely on the Gaylord Hospital campus which features 400 acres of land in a rural Wallingford setting. It is a blend of wooded trail and open field running with natural and man-made obstacles. Mud will be used sparingly, but upper body strength will be featured in some obstacles including a rock wall climb and vine swings.

About Gaylord Sports Association

Gaylord Sports Association provides adaptive sports for individuals with physical and visual disabilities, including wounded veterans. The Sports Association offers 15 different sports and is Connecticut’s largest adaptive sports program. Participants enjoy activities that are provided to them at low or no cost, such as golf, snow skiing, adaptive cycling, archery, water skiing, and adaptive rock climbing, or team sports such as wheelchair rugby, tennis, and sled hockey.

Enter to win: Primus at Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater

Primus: Onward & Upward Summer Tour 2025 with special guest Mononeon comes to the Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater on Tuesday, July 22nd. For ticket info, visit www.livenation.com

Enter to win a pair of tickets!

Contest open to Connecticut residents only. Must be at least 18 years of age or older to enter. One entry per person. Duplicate entries will be discarded. Tickets are digital so winner must have a smartphone and a valid email address to receive tickets.

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Enter to win: Chevelle at Toyota Oakdale Theatre

Chevelle with special guests Asking Alexandria and Dead Poet Society comes to the Toyota Oakdale Theatre on August 28th. For ticket info, visit www.livenation.com

Enter to win a pair of tickets!

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Pod Pick: Biological Mother of Waterbury Captive Speaks

Chaz and AJ spoke with Tracy Vallerand, the biological mother of the Waterbury man held captive by his stepmother. Tracy had a lot to say about the treatment her son endured during his time in the house, and to all of the family members in the house. Plus, Norm Pattis called in to talk about the upcoming court date for the stepmother this week.

Tuesday, March 25: Attacked by a Squirrel, Revenge Quitting, Jeff Finn Says Jim Morrison is Still Alive

In Dumb Ass News, a man’s doorbell cam catches the moment a squirrel attcks his leg. Chaz and AJ had the audio. (0:00)

Joe Zone was in the building last night, as the UConn women advanced to another Sweet Sixteen in the NCAA Tournament. Chaz and AJ had him on the phone this morning with a recap. (2:15)

“Revenge quitting” seems to be gaining popularity, so Chaz and AJ brought in Anthony Avallone from Reitman to explain it. Plus, the Tribe called in their stories of quitting. (8:12)

Is Jim Morrison still alive? Chaz and AJ spoke with film maker Jeff Finn, who believes that he is. (14:13)

Dumbass News: Tuesday, March 25th

Sound of a guy being attacked by a squirrel

Captain Declares Emergency After Passenger Keeps Flicking Lighter: ‘This Is Your Last Chance—I Will Divert The Aircraft”

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Chaz and AJ Show Rundown: Tuesday, March 25th

6:00. Connecticut just can’t stop spending money.

Emily Siero in studio

6:20. The Top Ten Elton John songs with Boston John (203) 882-9757

6:40. Stephen Pearcy of Ratt talks becoming friends with Van Halen and how his favorite band became the inspiration for the band’s name and first album.

7:00. The biological mother of the Waterbury captive has agreed to talk to us and she’s on next.

7:20. Dumb Ass News. The sound of a guy being attacked by a squirrel.

8:00. March Madness is a Connecticut tradition. UCONN women, and Joe Zone was there.

8:20. A new trend on how to resign from your job has our next guest slightly annoyed. Anthony Avalone, CEO with Reitman Personnel .

8:30. Calls in how you quit or were fired. (203) 882-9757

9:00. Is Jim Morrison still alive? The guy up next says yes and has over 30 years of research to back it up.

9:20. Dumb Ass News. A sports team‘s mascot accused of pushing a nine-year-old.

9:30. Stump the Chumps. Stump us with general knowledge trivia and get in the running to see George Lopez at The Palace Theater in Waterbury, plus a car a free car wash from Splash car wash. (203) 882-9757

Pod Pick: Stephen Pearcy of Ratt

Chaz & AJ talked with Stephen Pearcy of RATT about their rise to fame on the Sunset Strip in 1979, and how he became friends with Eddie Van Halen. After the interview Chaz & AJ shared audio of their first call, which failed to connect to the right Stephen.

Photo courtesy: Mohegan Sun