The Chris & Joe Show is a smart, fun and locally focused show where we want to explore why things are happening and why we feel the way we do about them
You ever see somebody acting weird and think “there ought to be a law that stops them from being like that?” Well, good news.
Barry and Chris have opposing views on Tempe's speeding law. Who is right?
What’s The Why? Why do the troops feel trapped when they see this political tête-à-tête play out online?
Former President Donald Trump calls for death penalty for Sen. Mark Kelly.
A 71-year-old Wisconsin woman lost nearly $100,000 to a fake online boyfriend, and cases like hers are exploding nationwide.
Why are people trading in their gaming systems for $5 bucks and what's the longest time you will wait in traffic?
Parenting is widely considered one of life's most rewarding yet challenging roles. The nation's birthrate is on the decline. Why are so many Americans afraid to start a family?
What’s The Why? Why are so many young adults afraid to start a family?
How does Arizona's tax structure impact your wallet?
You thought “relationship problems” meant fighting over chores or in-laws. What if the biggest rival in your marriage is an app?
What is America's most sinful city?
Why are you hosed if you are under 40 in America?
Older Americans locked in low housing costs and asset gains while younger households take the full hit of high rates, rents, and debt
Imagine looking out into your perfectly manicured hardscape back yard and watching it fall into the depths of Hades. It’s happening in Arizona and it’s leaving homeowners with a very confusing question.
Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction, Tom Horne joins Chris and Joe and talks about solutions to Arizona's teacher crisis.
Over 1,000 teachers quit since July 2025, raising the exit rate from 1.1% to 1.8%.
President Trump has repeatedly floated $2,000 rebate checks funded in part by tariff revenue, but no payments have been distributed so far.
What’s The Why? Why is the promise of a stimulus never going to happen?
What else will we see disappear after the penny? And how did an urn end up on the side of the highway?
Chris & Joe talk about the Mesa park-ranger unit dubbed the "Goon Squad".
Why are some Arizona GOP reps willing to break rank on Epstein files?
The Department of Homeland Security announce that some TSA officers who worked during the government shutdown may receive a $10,000 bonus check.
Chris & Joe talk about how they would react if bees were in their car and McDonald’s McRib is making a comeback.
A Phoenix police officer has been indicted by a grand jury on aggravated assault and endangerment for allegedly driving 50 mph over the speed limit while on-duty. Chris & Joe talk about keeping people accountable.
Valley Economist and President of Rounds Consulting, Jim Rounds joins the Chris & Joe show to talk about the national economy and how Arizona is impacted.