Pod Pick: Brett Johnson, Reformed Cyber Criminal

Pod Pick: Brett Johnson, Reformed Cyber Criminal

Chaz and AJ spoke with Brett Johnson, a reformed cyber criminal who was once on the US Most Wanted list for his crimes. Brett admitted to holding millions of dollars in cash at once point, and it all started with a transaction on eBay. 

Photo Credit: Brett Johnson

Tuesday, November 18: Announcing the Toy Drive, Shootout Over Turkey, Foreigner’s Lou Gramm

Tuesday, November 18: Announcing the Toy Drive, Shootout Over Turkey, Foreigner’s Lou Gramm

Chaz and AJ got some good news out of Derby, information on the potential owner of the dog that was found in a duffel bag. Then, the official announcement for the 2025 Chaz and AJ Crabtree Motor Group Toy Drive! (0:00) 

In Dumb Ass News, a shootout over turkeys should be the headline. However, the reporter leading the story completely took the spotlight with his strange reporting technique. (9:08) 

Foreigner’s Lou Gramm was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk about their show next month at the Toyota Oakdale Theater. Plus, the argument he and the band got into with Mutt Lange after he tried to make them sound like AC/DC. (17:20) 

In Dumb Ass News, a dog was responsible for a man taking a shotgun blast to the lower back, and 81 monkeys and meth were found by police. (32:40) 

Chaz and AJ Show Rundown: Tuesday, November 18th

Chaz and AJ Show Rundown: Tuesday, November 18th

6:00. Latest news

Emily Siero in studio

6:20. The Top Ten double rock albums – (203) 882-9757

6:40. Bad Idea Island

7:00. We announce the bands for this years Toy Drive.

And they caught the person they believe is responsible for the dead dog in a bag that was found in Derby. Deputy Chief Brian Grogan is on next.

7:20. Dumb Ass News. A shootout over turkeys.

7:30. A seatbelt disagreement with an Uber driver leads to an arrest in Connecticut.

7:40. Crazy passenger, crazy driver stories. (203) 882-9757

8:00. The bands playing this year’s Chaz And AJ Crabtree Motor Group Toy Drive have been announced.

Dr. Sofferman of Smile Dental Center CT is on to talk about the 42nd Annual Food Drive happening this Thursday

8:20. The United States most wanted cyber criminal turned good guy and is on next. Brett Johnson

9:00. Foreigner’s Lou Gramm is back on the show to talk about what it’s like performing with his old band again and the school chorus that they’re looking for to sing at their Connecticut concert. See Foreigner at the Oakdale!

9:20. Dumb Ass News.

9:30. Stump the Chumps -Stump us with general knowledge trivia get in the Running to see Weird Al and a car wash from Splash Car Wash. (203) 882-9757

Chaz and AJ Crabtree Motor Group Toy Drive

Chaz and AJ Crabtree Motor Group Toy Drive

The Chaz and AJ  Crabtree Motor Group  Toy Drive is Friday, December 12 at  Jordan’s Furniture  Long Wharf in New Haven.

The Chaz and AJ  Crabtree Motor Group  Toy Drive benefits local children’s charities:

  • BH Care
  • Boys & Girls Village
  • Central Connecticut Coast YMCA
  • The Center for Family Justice
  • Family Centered Services of CT
  • Holiday For Giving in Wallingford
  • Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley

Music from Sponge and Quiet Riot. Local news personalities, politicians, & more.

Bring a new, unwrapped toy or monetary donation.

Thanks to our partners

Monday, November 17: Chaz and Scot in a Box Recap, Ideas for Box in 2026

Monday, November 17: Chaz and Scot in a Box Recap, Ideas for Box in 2026

Audio from the Channel 3 report as Chaz and Scot Haney walked out of the box after 24 hours. (0:00) 

Scot Haney was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk about all the wonderful visits from Tribe members, and the gourmet meal they enjoyed together after their first 12 hours in the box. (13:22) 

Two of the most entertaining visitors to the box, came at 2:20 in the morning. Chaz and AJ had audio from their overnight visit, while wearing shorts! (30:31) 

The Tribe called in their early thoughts and ideas for how the box will work in 2026, with Chaz, AJ and Scot Haney all spending 24 hours together. (39:49) 

Bobby Crabtree, of Crabtree Chevrolet and Lexus, was on the phone to talk about the box event on Thursday and Friday, and share some incredible personal news from the weekend. Plus, some of the funniest moments of Chaz and Scot Haney cracking up during their overnight call ins. (58:50) 

Chaz and AJ Show Rundown: Monday, November 17th

Chaz and AJ Show Rundown: Monday, November 17th

6:00. The Box. Audio highlights.

Vince Berry

6:20. The top 10 songs about being free. (203) 882-9757

6:40. Bad Idea Island.

7:00. A dead dog found in Derby. A reward is being offered and police are asking for your help. More on that next.

7:20. Dumbass news. Who is in charge of spelling on Connecticut road signs?

7:30. Scot Haney recounts his experience in the Box

7:40. The interesting visit we got at 2:20 in the morning.

8:00. Channel 3, had one thing wrong in their report about the box.

8:20. Is this new AI app creepy or cool?

9:00. The newly crowned Miss World Chile has a different type of talent.

9:20. Dumb Ass News. The not so bright calls to England’s emergency line

9:30. Stump the Chumps. Stump us with general knowledge trivia. Get in the running to see Foreigner and get a free car wash from Splash Car Wash.

The Local Bands Show 11.16.25

The Local Bands Show 11.16.25

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 & 5 Indian Neck Avenue, Branford

Brian’s Guitars – 453 W. Main Street, Cheshire

Thursday, November 13: Entering the Box!

Thursday, November 13: Entering the Box!

Chaz and AJ began the countdown to the box, by remembering some past years of AJ in the box, alone. The first year, when he had to listen to Mason Ramsay, was particularly tough on him. (0:00) 

The Tribe began to call in about the box, including Shannon who drove past the site and was surprised at how little room there was for Chaz and Scot Haney to share for 24 hours. (7:39) 

Here’s how it all started! Chaz arrives at the box with a police escort, the countdown begins with the first play of Aqua’s “Barbie Girl,” and Scot Haney insists on breath mints for both of them right as they enter. Mayor Carfora from East Haven read a proclamation, and state comptroller Sean Scanlon dropped by to help answer the Tribe’s trivia questions for Stump the Chumps. (16:55)