Best Saybrook Podcasts (2024)

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Pod Pick: How A Monkey Ended Up In Old Saybrook 18:26

7d ago18:26

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Steve Crandall was on with Chaz and AJ, sharing his recent monkey encounter in Old Saybrook. Where did this monkey come from, and why did it take four people to get it out of the shed? The Tribe followed Steve's lead and called in their own monkey encounters. Image Courtesy Of Steve CrandallBy Chaz & AJ Audio

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Friday, July 3: Five July 4th Things To Do In New Haven; What Is A Brazilian Hot Dog? 36:41

7d ago36:41

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Chaz's wife Jennifer was on with an update from her recent breast exam. She explained the process, and why she believes it is a more uncomfortable doctor's visit than a proctology exam. Five Independence Day things you can do this weekend in New Haven. Michael Morand, New Haven's historian, was on with Chaz and AJ to share where you can see an orig…

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Donald Rothberg: Toward Freedom and Awakening--Individually and as a Society: A Fourth of July Talk 1:02:10

7d ago1:02:10

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(Spirit Rock Meditation Center) A day before the Fourth of July and two days after Canada Day, commemorating establishing Canada, we explore the possibility of connecting the vision of individual awakening and freedom and the vision of social freedom and justice. We look at the "shadows" of these visions, of how greed, hatred, and delusion, whether…

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Pod Pick: DOT Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto 9:24

8d ago9:24

9:24

DOT Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto was on with Chaz and AJ to speak candidly about the recent accident that claimed the life of 26 year old Andrew DiDomenico. In all, the commissioner estimates some 70 accidents with DOT trucks or personnel has already happened in 2024.By Chaz & AJ Audio

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Tuesday, July 2: Connecticut's Winningest Football Coach; Defending Ren Faires; Fooling Around At Work 44:15

8d ago44:15

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Chaz and AJ wondered if a breast exam is worse that a "butt check," as both Chaz and his wife, Jennifer are due for their respective exams. During the conversation, they learned from the Tribe that skin cancer can, in fact, appear on your body in places that do not see a lot of sunlight. (0:00) Connecticut's winningest high school football coach, i…

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Pod Pick: Chaz's Weekend Road Rage 5:12

9d ago5:12

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Chaz has said publicly that he does not engage in road rage behavior any longer. This past weekend, the counter reset to zero as he completely lost his mind when a young driver gave him the finger.By Chaz & AJ Audio

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Monday, July 1: Dumb Ass News; Stunt Or Stupid; What To Do In An Emergency? 46:13

9d ago46:13

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Dumb Ass News - A 74-year-old woman was caught on camera, twice, pooping in a neighbor's yard. (0:00) This week's Stunt or Stupid was a combination of idiots on the internet, and AJ stunts from past years. AJ's "buttle rockets" salute to the 4th has been banned by the station, but there is plenty of audio of his past spectaculars. (4:20) Tribe memb…

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Pod Pick: Nathan Grube From The Travelers Championship 9:13

12d ago9:13

9:13

Nathan Grube from the Travelers Championship was on with Chaz and AJ this morning to wrap up a very successful week of golf. Nathan addressed the protestors that attempted to ruin the end of the event, and shared some additional information about the damage the environmental group did to the local rose bushes on their way out. Image Credit: Gregory…

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Friday, June 28: The Great Debate - Slow Left Lane Drivers Vs. People Who Don't Clean Up After Their Dogs 44:10

12d ago44:10

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Chaz's son, Chaz is eating his way through Italy, and has some thoughts on the way they serve pizza over there. (0:00) Last night's debate was nothing compared to what happened on the air this morning. Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe to vote on the worst person; those who clog up the left lane or those who refuse to pick up after their dogs. Comedian E…

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Pod Pick: New Evidence In The Gilgo Beach Murders 10:46

13d ago10:46

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Attorney John Ray was on with Chaz and AJ to talk about new evidence in the Gilgo Beach murders. While he was on, a Tribe member called in to share a hair-raising encounter with the man believed to be responsible for the murders back in 2007.By Chaz & AJ Audio

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Thursday, June 27: NBA Draft Recap; Concert Updates; Miss Connecticut Monica Fenwick 49:31

13d ago49:31

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Last night was the first round of the NBA draft, with two Huskies being selected in the top 7 picks. Marc Robbins was on with Chaz and AJ to evaluate the teams they'll be playing for, and which UConn players may still be selected in the next part of the draft. (0:00) Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik had some updates on Ozzy Osbourne and Neil Young, plus,…

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Pod Pick: Behind The Scenes Stories From The Ridgefield Playhouse 18:58

14d ago18:58

18:58

Jared Shahid from the Ridgefield Playhouse was in studio today, sharing stories of what happens backstage before an artist performs. Sometimes, like in the case of Yngwie Malmsteen, they are absolute nightmares. And sometimes, the local wildlife can interrupt a comedy headliner's set.By Chaz & AJ Audio

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Wednesday, June 26: Stolen Car Stories; New Laws Starting Monday; 100 Things To Do In Connecticut Before You Die 53:56

14d ago53:56

53:56

Chaz and AJ talked about a recent news story involving a stolen car that crashed into a school bus. The Tribe called in to share stories of the times their cars were stolen, and this is apparently still a very big problem in the state. (0:00) Vince Candelora was on to talk about some of the new laws going into effect starting July 1, including a ho…

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Pod Pick: What Are The Chances?!? 21:18

15d ago21:18

21:18

A group of guys went viral, and were interviewed by their local news station after rescuing a raccoon from choking on a piece of cheese. Chaz and AJ played the audio, then asked the Tribe to call in their own amazing stories.By Chaz & AJ Audio

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Tuesday, June 25: Road Rage; Joe Calzone's Famous Cases; What Goes In To Making East Haven's Fireworks Celebration 37:00

15d ago37:00

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A road rage incident in Old Saybrook made news, when one driver pulled a gun on the other. Chaz and AJ took a few calls from the Tribe about their road rage experiences, and learned that Memphis is apparently the road rage capital of the United States. (0:00) Joe Calzone, of Calzone Cases, talked about some of his famous clients. Joe has made speci…

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Pod Pick: Stunt Or Stupid - The Ninja Fast Hand Challenge 9:14

16d ago9:14

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This week's Stunt or Stupid involved AJ wearing a ninja mask, trying to swipe items from the counter, before comedian Manny Sierra could whack his hand with a ruler.By Chaz & AJ Audio

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Monday, June 24: Dumb Ass News; Travelers Championship Protestors; Craziest Weather Experiences 36:03

16d ago36:03

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Dumb Ass News - A man claims to have fractured his penis while sleeping, and no one except for AJ, believes him. (0:00) Protestors attempted to ruin the end of the Travelers Championship, running onto the course with smoke bombs during the end of the match. Chaz and AJ spoke with a spectator that witnessed the whole thing, then Joe the Weed Guy exp…

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Pod Pick: Fireworks Mishaps 15:57

19d ago15:57

15:57

Chaz and AJ went over a list of the fireworks most likely to send you to the hospital. The Tribe called in stories of accidents and mishaps involving fireworks, including AJ's infamous "buttle rockets." Image Credit: KentWeakley / iStock / Getty Images PlusBy Chaz & AJ Audio

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Friday, June 21: Travelers Championship; 90 Years Of Zuppardi's Apizza; Comedian Vic DiBitetto 48:29

19d ago48:29

48:29

Nathan Grube, Travelers Championship executive director, was on with Chaz and AJ this morning from the golf course, to explain why the tournament is starting earlier today. (0:00) Comedian Dom Fig was in studio to comment on the continued rivalry (or shared hatred) of drivers and cyclists. Plus, some really scary stories of accidents involving cycl…

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Pod Pick: Nikki Glaser 21:33

20d ago21:33

21:33

Comedian Nikki Glaser was on with Chaz and AJ, still riding high from her incredible performance at the Tom Brady roast. Nikki credited Chaz and AJ with getting her started in roasts, addressed the jokes she felt a little guilt over, and why she insisted on going up early in the night. Image Courtesy Of Nikki Glaser…

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Thursday, June 20: Dumb Ass News; Connecticut's James Beard Award Winning Chef; Concert Updates 40:30

20d ago40:30

40:30

Dumb Ass News - Comedian Ayesheh Mae was in studio, as Chaz and AJ addressed their "people to punch in the face" lists. One of these lists was recently found at a grocery store. (0:00) David Standridge, chef at Mystic's Shipwright's Daughter, was on to talk about winning the James Beard award. David admitted to not using his notes during his speech…

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Pod Pick: Attorney Breaks Down Justin Timberlake's DWI 7:21

21d ago7:21

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The village of Sag Harbor, Long Island has been making headlines after Justin Timberlake was arrested for DWI charges. Chaz and AJ spoke with attorney John Ray about the known details, including JT's unwillingness to take a breathalyzer test. Image Credit: REUTERS/Eduardo MunozBy Chaz & AJ Audio

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Wednesday, June 19: Heat Wave; Stuck In Overturned Porta Potty; What Went Wrong For Comedian Vince Berry's First Date 52:19

21d ago52:19

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It's all over the news, a heat wave has descended upon Connecticut. Chaz and AJ are more than a little annoyed that this is such big news, given that everyone should already know the important ways to stay safe in the heat. (0:00) Principal Scott Jefferey from Cheshire was named one of 2024's "Principals of the Year." He was on to talk about the ty…

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Donald Rothberg: Practicing with Views, Beliefs, and Positions 2 1:03:52

21d ago1:03:52

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(Spirit Rock Meditation Center) We start with a brief reflection on today's holiday, Juneteenth. Then we review last week's initial exploration of practicing with views, including (1) identifying the main teachings on views given by the Buddha, and (2) three basic ways to practice with views, including developing mindfulness of views, inquiring whe…

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Donald Rothberg: Guided Meditation: Practicing with Views 36:07

21d ago36:07

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(Spirit Rock Meditation Center) After initial instructions in developing stability and concentration, and then mindfulness, there are further instructions, given after 10 and after 20 minutes, on developing more mindfulness of views, stories, and narratives (related to the talk given after the meditation). At the end, there is an invitation to refl…

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Pod Pick: CT DMV Commissioner Tony Guerrera 25:42

22d ago25:42

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CT DMV Commissioner Tony Guerrera was in studio with Chaz and AJ this morning, taking notes from the Tribe about the ways the department can improve.By Chaz & AJ Audio

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Tuesday, June 18: Stuck Upside Down On A Carnival Ride; New Haven's Armada Brewing; Gordon Ramsay's CT Bike Accident 40:30

22d ago40:30

40:30

A carnival ride became stuck, stranding numerous passengers upside-down for over 30 minutes. Chaz and AJ also talked about a rescue that happened in Connecticut, a boat carrying nine people began to sink. (0:00) Dumb Ass News - A cop was fired for filming an OnlyFans video while in uniform. (12:12) Armada Brewing in New Haven all started with Johnn…

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Friday, June 14: Travelers Championship Preview; Epic Dad Stories; Boss Keith's Dad Advice 39:05

26d ago39:05

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The Travelers Championship is Connecticut's biggest professional sporting event each year. Nathan Grube, the tournament executive director, was on with Chaz and AJ to talk about the incredible lineup of golfers attending this year, including the World's #1. (0:00) The Tribe called in their epic dad stories, good or bad, to celebrate Father's Day. (…

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Pod Pick: The Tong Taste Test 18:27

27d ago18:27

18:27

Connecticut's Attorney General, William Tong was in studio with Chaz and AJ to try one of the state's specialties: a hot, buttered lobster roll. Ricky from the 7 Seas was in, with his chef-assistant Boston John, to make the fresh, hot lobster rolls.By Chaz & AJ Audio

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Thursday, June 13: Explosion In Bridgeport; Dumb Ass News; Jimmy Koplik 44:58

27d ago44:58

44:58

An explosion happened in Bridgeport during the overnight, so Mayor Ganim was on with Chaz and AJ to explain the incident. Plus, the Tribe called in their stories of witnessing explosions. (0:00) Dumb Ass News - A high school coach was fired for choking a student, after he refused to do push-ups. (14:14) Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on to talk tic…

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Pod Pick: Daniel Stern 8:47

28d ago8:47

8:47

Actor/Director/Producer/Bandit Daniel Stern was on with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about his new book. Daniel also reflected on the only audition he ever drove back to attempt a second time, driving with Robert Redford at crazy speeds, and what it's like to walk onto the legendary Boston Garden basketball court. Image Credit: REUTERS/Kevork D…

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Wednesday, June 12: A Master Jerk; How Apple Is Putting AI Into iPhones; Fox 61's Alexa Farrell 47:31

28d ago47:31

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Dan Baril is a Master Jerk. Chaz and AJ invited him in studio to talk about his excellent beef jerky, and took a call from Ed in Milford, AKA the "Jerky King." (0:00) Apple is introducing AI to their smartphones, and not everyone loves the idea. Steve the Gadget Guy was on to talk about the announcement, and how AI will be implemented into cell pho…

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Chaz and AJ Chat with Window Nation's David Goldman 16:19

28d ago16:19

16:19

David Goldman, general sales manager with Window Nation, was in with Chaz and AJ to talk about windows! He explained their window replacement process, and how it can actually save you money from an energy conservation standpoint.By Chaz & AJ Audio

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Donald Rothberg: Practicing with Views, Beliefs, and Positions 1 1:01:19

28d ago1:01:19

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(Spirit Rock Meditation Center)By Donald Rothberg

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Pod Pick: The Bodies Buried Under The New Haven Green 18:22

29d ago18:22

18:22

Michael Morand, the city historian of New Haven, was in studio with Chaz and AJ today to discuss the absurdly high amount of dead bodies under the New Haven green. Plus, why the city's first "drummer" was run out of town for doing his job.By Chaz & AJ Audio

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Tuesday, June 11: Hospital Stay Horror; Pranking The Wrong Person At The Gym; How Your Town's Weirdo Headlines 39:12

29d ago39:12

39:12

Chaz's wife, Jennifer was to share a story about her mother who recently needed to stay in a medical rehab facility for pneumonia. The process led them to a place she felt less than comfortable with. (0:00) Dumb Ass News - A live streamer went to the gym, and trying to entertain his viewers, messed with the wrong influencer. (10:00) The Tribe calle…

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Ben Keller: Habakkuk 3 - Saybrook Meetinghouse - Season 5 • Episode 9 48:11

1M ago48:11

48:11

#christianity #protestant #reformation There is a solitary, humble, wooden structure on a windswept hill in rural New England. To open the door is to engage our minds, our hearts, and our imaginations. In this place, preachers and professors, past and present, come alive as they walk the aisle, ascend the pulpit stairs, and teach…from theology, fro…

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Pod Pick: Daym Drops 25:18

1M ago25:18

25:18

Daymon Patterson, AKA Daym Drops, was in studio with Chaz and AJ this morning. Daym talked about his early viral fame on YouTube, recording food reviews in his car during lunch breaks at his other job, to working for Rachel Ray and getting his own show on NetFlix. Today, he's back in charge of his own content, and even did a live review of some Hav…

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Monday, June 10: Phil's Back; Are Flying Spiders Coming To CT?; Why You Don't Sit In The Back Of A Pickup Driving Through The Zoo 23:50

1M ago23:50

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Phil is back in studio, so Chaz and AJ got a short explanation of his time off. Plus, Chaz's son was traveling with his cat from Vegas, and the poor thing cried the whole flight. (0:00) Flying, venomous spiders are coming to Connecticut! Or are they? Dr. Gale Ridge, "the bug lady" was on to explain why these articles and warnings are not completely…

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Pod Pick: GameDay Conor On Dan Hurley's Move To The Lakers 10:00

1M ago10:00

10:00

Chaz, AJ and comedian Vince Berry spoke to GameDay Conor about UConn coach Dan Hurley's possible new position with the L.A. Lakers. Image Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY SportsBy Chaz & AJ Audio

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Friday, June 7: Scot Haney Joins The Shopping Cart Debate; Unlikely Places You Found Illicit Goods; Boss Keith's Problems With Hotels 47:01

1M ago47:01

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Channel 3's Scot Haney called Chaz, AJ and Vince Berry to discuss the ongoing debate over shopping carts and to pitch ideas for a new musical about New Haven pizza. (0:00) The Tribe was asked about the most unlikely places they ever found illicit goods being sold, and there were several surprises! (19:16) Boss Keith sat in with Chaz & AJ to kick of…

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Pod Pick: Connecticut's Marijuana Ombudsperson 13:14

1M ago13:14

13:14

Chaz and AJ got to know the first Marijuana Ombudsperson in the nation, CT's own Erin Gorman Kirk. She spoke about regulating the legal sales, growth and operation of the medical crop, and decided Weed Czar is a pretty cool title. Image Credit: Ivan-balvan / iStock / Getty Images PlusBy Chaz & AJ Audio

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Thursday, June 6: AJ And The DMV - Part 3; Jimmy Koplik; Ashley Madison's Chief Strategy Officer 43:16

1M ago43:16

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Another chapter in the saga of "AJ and the DMV"! It looked like he may have finally completed his task, but there was still one small complication. (0:00) Jimmy Koplik from Live Nation had updates on the Soundside Festival, a game of rock & roll word association, and stories about the stages used by both David Lee Roth and Pink Floyd. (6:55) The ch…

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Pod Pick: Returning Shopping Carts - Yes Or No? 14:28

1M ago14:28

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Chaz, AJ and comedian Dan Brown engaged the Tribe in a back-and-forth debate about shopping cart etiquette. Image Credit: mokee81 / iStock / Getty Images PlusBy Chaz & AJ Audio

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Wednesday, June 5: AJ Heads Back To The DMV; Dumb Ass News - Waffle House Week; What Are You Known For? 33:19

1M ago33:19

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AJ has to return to the DMV yet again, and a Tribe member (who works there!) called in with some helpful tips. (0:00) Dumb Ass News - Chaz, AJ and comedian Dan Brown reported on another story for Waffle House Week involving a couple confused by the menu, and had different opinions about a mom and her parking lot practices. (5:17) Everyone is known …

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Pod Pick: Flat Earth Dave 28:12

1M ago28:12

28:12

Chaz, AJ and comedian Ayesheh Mae were joined in-studio by Flat Earth Dave to hear his case for why the Earth is not round (among other topics), and the Tribe had many questions and comments!By Chaz & AJ Audio

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