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X marks the spot, LEAPFEST returns to RI on Saturday August 3rd for this annual international competition, now in its 42nd year.  Major Jeff Nelson (RIARNG) joins us to detail the event. He encourages everyone to come to Adams Family Farm in Exeter RI and enjoy the competition which is FREE and open to the public. They've set aside an area for viewing that's suitable for groups to sit comfortably...

 Ben Kichen and Tucker Silva (@TuckSilva) wrap up this week’s show with another red-hot edition of rapid-fire producer questions staring Devin Taleghani (@devtheradioman) and Joe Passarelli (@JoePa_WEEI).  Joe wants to know Tucker and ben’s favorite and least favorite Olympic sports, best trade deadline aquatiostins in Boston sports and the Raiders making fun of Patrick Mahomes with a Kermit the f...

Ben Kichen and Tucker Silva (@TuckSilva continue to take your calls. Tucker and Ben discuss the new contracts for QB’s in the NFL.

Ben Kichen and Tucker Silva (@TuckSilva) start the second hour of the show discussing the Patriots 1st week of training camp. It’s much looser under Mayo than Belichick at training camp.

Ben Kichen and Tucker Silva (@TuckSilva) take your calls on the Red Sox. The Red Sox were built poorly. Did the Red Sox dodge some bullets in the off-season?

Ben Kichen and Tucker Silva (@TuckSilva) take your calls texts and tweets live on the air. Tucker and Ben break down Alex Cora’s contract extension. Cora signed a 3 year 7 million dollar a year contract. Tucker and Ben discuss trade deadline needs for the Red Sox.

Ben Kichen and Tucker Silva (@TuckSilva) kick off this week’s show discussing an important series with the Red Sox and Yankees. The Red Sox helped put an end to post all-star break struggles. The Red Sox need to do more than trade for James Paxton. Tucker and Ben discuss Cora’s extension.

Scott Cordischi (@ScottCordischi) and (abc 6) Nick Coit (@NCoitABC6) wrap up this week’s show with producer Joe Passarelli’s (@JoePa_WEEI) question of the week. Joe wants to know Scott and Nick’s favorite Super Hero movies.

Scott Cordischi (@ScottCordischi) and (abc 6) Nick Coit (@NCoitABC6) continue to take your calls. We discuss the opening week of Patriots training camp. The doesn’t seem to be buzz at training camp. Scott thinks the Patriots offensive line is the Pat’s biggest flaw.

Scott Cordischi (@ScottCordischi) and (abc 6) Nick Coit (@NCoitABC6) start the second hour of the show discussing Alex Cora’s contract extension with the Red Sox. Cora is beloved in Boston. It was a good PR move to extend Alex Cora. There are no better options than Cora to manage the Red Sox. Scott and Nick discuss Steve Grogan.

Scott Cordischi (@ScottCordischi) and (abc 6) Nick Coit (@NCoitABC6) discuss the problems the Yankees have been showing. New York has hit the wall. The starting pitching needs to be better.

Scott Cordischi (@ScottCordischi) and (abc 6) Nick Coit (@NCoitABC6) take your calls texts and tweets live on the air. We discuss out favorite cartoons. The callers discuss the Red Sox beating the Yankees yet again.

Scott Cordischi (@ScottCordischi) and (abc 6) Nick Coit (@NCoitABC6) kick off this week’s show discuss the opening ceremonies of the summer Olympics. Boston was in the running to host these Olympics. Scott doesn’t think the USA men’s basketball team will win gold.

Everyone loves Elephants!100 magnificent Indian Elephants are migrating across the USA to share their story with the world. Ruth Ganesh is a member of The CoExistence Collective, Trustee of Elephant Family USA, and co-founder of the environmental arts body: Platform Earth. She joins us to share her love of these magnificent, gentle giants and to detail the life size exhibit of replica elephants ma...

Jon Meterperal (@meatstweets) and Coach Tim Welsh (@timwelsh5) wrap up this week’s show with another edition of what has intrigued us from the week that was. Coach is intrigued with how Mayo will handle training camp. Meter is intrigued with a trade offer for Branden Aiyuk around the draft.  

Jon Meterperal (@meatstweets) and Coach Tim Welsh (@timwelsh5) talk to the Lasalle Academy Lacrosse Coach Steven O’Donnell.

Jon Meterperal (@meatstweets) and Coach Tim Welsh (@timwelsh5) start the second hour of the show talking to Bob Ryan from the Boston Globe (@GlobeBobRyan). Bob discusses the Red Sox vs Dodgers, the Celtics impending sale, Brown’s team USA snub and more.

Jon Meterperal (@meatstweets) and Coach Tim Welsh (@timwelsh5) discuss Lane Kiffen taking shots at Paul Finebaum. Meter and Coach preview the college football season.

Jon Meterperal (@meatstweets) and Coach Tim Welsh (@timwelsh5) take your calls texts and tweets live on the air. Jon and Tim discuss the MLB hall of fame class. Congratulations to our own Joe Castiglione on being inducted into the Hall of Fame.

Jon Meterperal (@meatstweets) and Coach Tim Welsh (@timwelsh5) kick off this week’s show discussing the Red Sox 7-6 extra inning lose to the Dodgers. Kiki Hernandez tied the game in the 9th and Will Smith had a game winning walk off hit in the 11th. We discuss the flaws of team USA basketball.

Jon Meterperal (@meatstweets) and Coach Tim Welsh (@timwelsh5) wrap up this week’s show with another edition of what has intrigued us from the week that was. Coach is intrigued with the return of football. Meter is intrigued with Aaron Judge.

Jon Meterperal (@meatstweets) and Coach Tim Welsh (@timwelsh5) discuss Copper Flagg practicing against the Olympic dream. Could Tatum have handled the Brown questions better?

Steve Buckley (@BuckinBoston). Steve discusses the shocking developments from Butler Pennsylvania last night. This election will be polarizing. It’s shocking that the shooter was able to open fire.  Steve discusses the Red Sox.

Jon Meterperal (@meatstweets) and Coach Tim Welsh (@timwelsh5) discuss if the Red Sox will be buyers at the trade deadline. The Red Sox have a legit shot for the playoffs. The Trade deadline is in 2 weeks.

Jon Meterperal (@meatstweets) and Coach Tim Welsh (@timwelsh5) take your calls texts and tweets live on the air. We discuss team USA not selecting Jaylen Brown. Brown’s criticism of Nike may have been a factor.