The KiddChris Show - where the socially unacceptable are accepted. Full Bio
05/08/2025 - Cartoon Head
We start off with John Matarese providing updates on scams and price hikes. Mother's Day flower prices are increasing due to tariffs on imported cut flowers; buying potted plants grown in the US can help avoid this. A specific scam discussed is a "double fishing scam" impersonating PayPal and DocuSign.
Sara brings up a lawsuit against Burger King by customers claiming false advertising regarding the size of the Whopper. KiddChris and Sara playback some listener talkbacks and voicemails, and KiddChris talks about returning to making prank calls to other radio stations. Music played includes a song called "Teenage Lover" by the band Brute Force, noted for its creepy lyrics. There is a discussion about the death of Deputy Larry Henderson, who was directing traffic while volunteering for a graduation. Topics also include buying cars online, car maintenance issues, and the use of robot servers in restaurants and driverless cars/taxis.
05/07/2025 - Pet Crackoon
KiddChris and Sara discussed movies they've seen, including Drop, Rosario, and Terrifier 3, noting jump scares and formulaic elements in some horror films. They talked about awkward movie moments experienced with parents when younger, like watching Titanic, Saw, or Trading Places. Sara has a strange incident reported in Columbus where a police officer found a raccoon with a glass meth pipe in the driver's seat of a woman's car. The "Can I Sue" segment with Stuart W. Penrose covered topics like lawsuits related to social media fights, a bullet found in a garage, HIPAA violations by an insurance company, issues with getting paid for auto repairs, and the ongoing legal situation involving a father who ran over and killed a sheriff's deputy after his son was shot. Stuart W. Penrose's law practice, Manilo Law Group, handles areas like auto accidents, DUI, and bankruptcy.
05/05/2025 - Wigs and Short Hairs
KiddChris and Sara chat about a chaotic weekend in Cincinnati, including rain, graduations, and serious incidents like a police officer being fatally run over. This incident was expected to make national news. They talked about the difficulties and dangers faced by police officers. KiddChris says, Cinco de Mayo is a "racist holiday"!!!! They recounted a prank call made a year prior using a host's voice ("Sarah Bot 3000") to prank a sales colleague. The upcoming Real ID deadline (May 7th) was a topic, with anticipation of chaos and delays at airports and BMVs. KiddChris is excited for the TikTok videos of the anger! Target is limiting self-checkout kiosks to 10 items or less, reportedly to combat theft. Other stores like Walmart, Dollar General, and Five Below are also implementing similar self-checkout limits. KiddChris avoids going inside stores due to fear from watching TikTok videos of fights, opting for online ordering and car pickup instead. KiddChris shares a story from a wrestling podcast about how wrestler Danny Hodge would "wrestle" bears by pulling hairs from their rear end to make them submit.
05/02/2025 - 976 GUTS
KiddChris spent the night at his former partner's house with his daughters and felt uncomfortable, missing his apartment's cold temperature and bed. He was wearing clothes suitable for a beer league basketball game because his other clothes were at his apartment. He Sara has the story about James Faring, a 50-year-old man who won $167 million from a scratch-off ticket, gave half to his mom, but was later arrested in Florida for being drunk, getting into a fight, and kicking a police officer. KiddChris admitted he is scared of scratch-off tickets and doesn't know how to gamble or play games. A strange road rage incident in Philadelphia where a woman defecated on a car hood was mentioned, with footage supposedly available on KiddChris.com Old TV commercials from the 90s were discussed, specifically the "Miss Cleo DNA test" psychic hotline and a "976 Guts" pickup line hotline advertised during Headbangers Ball. Recent arrests related to a human trafficking ring operating out of two massage parlors (Tiger Spa and Sunny Spa) in Warren, Ohio, were discussed. Eight women managers were charged with confining and forcing Korean women into sex acts by holding their passports and IDs. Mug shots and aliases of the charged women (many older, 56-75) were mentioned.
05/01/2025 - Shoesless
John Matarese from WCPO talks about the unstable economy and how people are cutting back on airline travel, leading to lower airfares but increased fees for things like checked bags and overhead bins. Tips and annoyances about packing for travel are shared, including packing layers to avoid suitcase space and people who overstuff overhead bins. The popularity of "Buy Now Pay Later" (BNPL), especially criticizing its use for small purchases like fast food via Door Dash, calling it "stupid" and a way to get into debt.
Sara has a news story is recounted about a 7-year-old driving his 5-year-old sibling over 10 miles in the middle of the night to get McDonald's, damaging the mother's car.
Details are shared about Andrew Dice Clay coming to town, with the host recounting his difficult but interesting past interactions with him.
Country Jeff the Drunk Drifter calls in, discussing giving rum to his fish and getting free clothes by going “shoesless”.
KiddChris expresses “disappointment” at not being nominated for the Radio Hall of Fame and discusses some of the nominees.
04/30/2025 - Boo Boxers
The show opens with frequent caller Tyler, joking about his many calls and asking personal questions about him being in bed in his blue boxers. They invite him to the studio and ask for his address. They discuss the story of Michael Schuer, a Disney World employee who hacked menu servers to add inappropriate content and raise prices for attention. He was sentenced to prison and restitution, losing his job. They discuss a strange story about a UC Health doctor performing inappropriate ultrasounds on men's testicles in his apartment bedroom after meeting them in a running group, but a judge ruled it was not a crime. KiddChris and Sara disagree. Stuart W. Penrose answers legal questions from callers: Lisa asks about suing a pool company that closed after selling a faulty pool. Stuart explains getting a judgment is possible but collecting from a closed or insolvent company is hard. KiddChris asks about carrying a weapon in a car in Ohio. Stuart explains the rules differ based on having a CCW permit. They share stories about past physical fights. Jim asks about a car accident where the at-fault driver and car owner had no insurance. Stuart confirms they are liable but collecting without insurance is difficult, suggesting small claims court. Kevin asks if he is responsible for a loan solely in his deceased wife's name. Stuart says he is generally not responsible as it's her estate's debt, but he should get an attorney because they were still married. A caller asks if she has a case after being terminated immediately after giving notice, despite a supervisor promising to pay her for the notice period. Stuart advises talking to an employment attorney. KiddChris and Stuart discuss having kids younger versus older. They discuss pets, with KiddChris expressing a strong preference for dogs over cats.
04/28/2025 - Spiderz
KiddChris and Sara find it funny that conversations about Pete Rose are happening at the White House, with President Donald Trump and Rob Manfred, the baseball commissioner, discussing the permanent ban. The president is noted as a big Pete Rose fan. There's speculation that an announcement about Rose's induction could happen by May 14th, coinciding with a celebration event. The ideal scenario would be the announcement happening at the ballpark on May 14th, potentially delivered by the Reds' long-time public address announcer, Marty Brennaman. The event on May 14th is expected to be a sold-out game with a standing ovation for Rose. Every single fan attending the May 14th game will receive a Pete Rose replica jersey. Marty Brennaman is expected to have a significant presence at the game on the 14th. If Rose goes into the Hall of Fame, Marty might induct him and introduce the family. Bill Belichick is on a media tour for his new book, "The Art of Winning". His 24-year-old girlfriend, Jordan, is accompanying Bill Belichick everywhere, including interviews and even on the field with his team at UNC. Jordan reportedly interrupted and corrected Belichick multiple times during a CBS interview over the weekend, causing delays. She allegedly had a "hissy fit" and stormed out at one point. KiddChris and Sara commented on Bill Belichick's recent appearance, specifically a shirt with a hole at the collarbone. He was compared to the Brooklyn Brawler. One host suggested Jordan might be cutting holes in his sweatshirts to make him not look cute. KiddChris is dealing with a spider problem in his apartment, having received spider bites. He killed a large spider and bought spider repellent packets. He put the packets around, laundered his sheets on high heat, and slept in long clothes. The spider repellent packets smell like pot but he finds it "earthy" and okay compared to other bad smells.
04/28/2025 - Reefer Bunny
KiddChris and Sara wish happy birthday to Jay Leno, noting his wife's illness.Saddam Hussein's birthday is also mentioned and the Property Brothers (Jonathan and Drew Scott), leading to a discussion about how Sara initially thinking the twins were a gay couple. Too Short's birthday is acknowledged. The anniversary of Boy George chaining a Norwegian male prostitute to his bedroom wall in 2007, resulting in his arrest for false imprisonment, is discussed. Sara breaks a story about a massage parlor bust in conservative Westchester, where a 60-year-old woman, Lin Jen, was allegedly performing sexual acts for money. KiddChris and Sara discuss whether this situation could involve human trafficking. Despite the bust, the massage parlor, New Oriental Massage, reportedly remains open with good online reviews. KiddChris and Sara prepare to address a large number of listener talkbacks. A listener shares a story about being scared by bees in their shoe while driving. A humorous, fake message for Sara regarding jury duty and demanding "feet pics" is played.
KiddChris and Sara solicit listener stories about high school teachers who were arrested, fired, or vanished due to scandals. A listener named Sierra calls in with a story about a history teacher who seemed to be under the influence, was arrested for a DUI, and then moved to a night school position. Another listener, Krista, shares a story about her fiancé sleeping with his high school teacher throughout his senior year, around 2015, and never getting caught. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees for 2025 are announced: Bad Company, The White Stripes, Cindy Lauper, and Soundgarden. This leads to a discussion about Chubby Checker's past outrage over not having his own statue at the Hall of Fame and his confrontational on-air appearance on their show years prior. KiddChris and Sara replay audio of Chubby Checker arguing with a caller who claimed he didn't play real rock and roll.
04/25/2025 - The Bangz
KiddChris shares a video of a car dealership throwing down a cheesy rap in their TV commercial so good it could be the "best commercial ever"? Also the tale of a "bogus beggar" in Lexington who raked in a staggering $100,000 a year by faking a disability, even bragging about his lucrative scheme after getting caught. It’ll make you question every panhandler you see.
Sara brings us into the mind-boggling case of a North Carolina woman who allegedly pilfered over $13,000 worth of candles from Bath & Body Works. KiddChris and Sara speculate on the logistics of such a massive heist and what one could possibly do with 650 three-wick candles.
KiddChris and Sara analyze a story that redefines "parenting gone wrong." A mom in Tyler, Texas, is facing charges after bringing ALCOHOL-LACED JELLO SHOTS to her daughter's FIFTH-GRADE PARTY.
KiddChris and Sara have the discussion around new safety measures at The Banks. The new "adults only" rule in the public plaza late on Friday and Saturday nights, questioning its effectiveness in curbing violence.
04/24/2025 - We Don't Condone This Behavior
John Matarese calls in about the impending price hikes on popular fast fashion sites like Teimu and Shein, effective Friday, April 25th, due to "world economic environment and tariffs". This is your last call to snag those deals before prices potentially jump significantly.
The KiddChris Show takes a moment to remember the late Steve "Mongo" McMichael, a legend in both football and wrestling, discussing his passing due to ALS at the age of 67. Reflecting on his career with the Chicago Bears and the Four Horsemen!
The real entertainment kicks in with the bizarre and the relatable. Witness the outrage over a dramatic haircut incident at a Louisiana barbershop, "Draft Pics," where a stylist allegedly gave an 11-year-old a "drastic haircut" over a $25 late fee?!
Hear about callers and the perceived "gayness" of bands like Creed and Nickleback but yet they want tickets for Judas Priest!?
Things get spicy with an interview featuring musician Taylor Austin Dye, where playful flirting and talk of "heathen activities" and body shots create some truly intriguing radio. Find out why KiddChris is so enthusiastic about her performance at Edgewater on April 26th.