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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 in the shade as teams of 4 jumpers from 17 countries and the USA compete, the most countries ever competing, and the first time having more International Teams versus US Teams. You can watch them exit from a Chinook helicopter at an altitude of 1500 feet using a parachute, attempting to land closest to an orange X on the ground, for the best time. "The purpose of the competition is to promote the camaraderie and Esprit de Corps of the Airborne Soldier through international competition." Another first of significance, the 173rd Airborne Division (Vincenza Italy-US base) all female team joins the competition. All eyes will be on the United Kingdom as their 2023 championship team returns to defend their title. At a time when Paris has the Olympics, RI has LEAPFEST for global games!

 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 frog puppet.

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.