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Jon Meterperal (@meatstweets) and Coach Tim Welsh (@timwelsh5) kick off this week’s show discussing the Celtics bouncing back in game 3 in Miami after a disappointing loss in game 2. The Bruins have a commanding 3-1 lead over Toronto with Swayman manning the net for the B’s in game 4. Meter loves the Patriots 2024 draft class.

The last time we spoke with Chief Darrell Waldron, Executive Director of the RI Indian Council, he was hopeful for the passing of legislation recognizing Native American Tribes in Rhode Island. It's been three years since the initial request and still no steps have advanced. This is a RI only issue, as other states in this imperfect union, have appropriately considered and approved such legislation. It's quizzical that this New England colonized land, adorned with Native American named landmarks, is so opposed to tribal recognition. Listen as Chief Waldron explains their struggle and how we can help advance the issue of state recognition. Since 1975, The RI Indian Council has been actively supporting Native communities. Their mission is to empower Native people by providing job training, education assistance, and promoting meaningful employment. While the state of RI isn't exactly supportive, the federal government has been a valued partner in addressing Native American issues. Additionally, Chief Waldron sits on the National Advisory Board for the Division of Indian and Native American Programs for the U.S. Department of Labor and advises on the economic programs and improvements needed for Native people. 

 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 upcoming concerts that intrigue Tucker and Ben, Devin wants to know Tucker and Bens thoughts on the upcoming Tom Brady Roast.

Ben Kichen and Tucker Silva (@TuckSilva) Don’t feel great with the Bruins being up 2-1 right now, didn’t feel great after watching the first two periods of game three, the pressure is going to be on the Maple leafs tonight, if the Bruins go up 3-1 tonight the season is over, if ulmark loses tonight does that mean they should stop the goalie rotation, the injury list is laughable for the red sox, hopefully Red Sox don’t get swept by the cubs.

Ben Kichen and Tucker Silva (@TuckSilva) start the second hour of the show discussing how Drake Maye is the smallest out of all his brothers, Mac Jones complained about everything, like the Swagger of Drake Maye, have a really great feeling about Drake Maye, could Drake Maye be overcoming Mac Jones, Drake Maye has a lot start potential, feel that Mac Jones was glowing and having swagger, never had confidence in Mac Jones the guy, the door is closed on Patriots getting Aiyuk Samuel and Higgins, the Patriots will get a wide receiver today, Boston Celtics blow out the Heat in game one, the Celtics played terrible in game two, Celtics need to show effort on closing people out in game two, the Celtics will win by 15 tonight.

Ben Kichen and Tucker Silva (@TuckSilva) feel Daniel Jones is not a franchise quarterback, Drake Maye has a strong arm, the comparison to Drake Maye is Daniel Jones, Jones isn’t a great quarterback, very excited for Drake Mayes ceiling, have the Patriots done anything to improve the team, Brissette will do a lot more than what Mac Jones did, Drafting Drake Maye is a great start, the Patriots needed to find that quarterback which they did,

Ben Kichen and Tucker Silva (@TuckSilva) take your calls texts and tweets live on the air. Bill Belichick first time on the Pat McPhee show, it was a disaster, Bill has some Negative things to say about Drake Maye, Bill didn’t really say much about the teams, wanted to have Bill break down films of the players being drafted, when in the NFL Draft they never talk about the negatives in players they always find the positives, Bill was like one of the guys when he was doing the show. 

Ben Kichen and Tucker Silva (@TuckSilva) kick off this week’s show discuss the Patriots draft, will Drake Maye sit out the first year of his rookie year, Bailey Zappe wont be on the team, if the Patriots get a top three pick not season and gets another weapon for Drake Maye totally fine with that, The Patriots could get a top 15 pick next year, could Brissett win 7-10 games next season, if the Patriots get a top five pick next season then the Patriots have a problem at quarterback, Nobody is giving up a first round pick for Aiyuk, a trade will be made for Deebo or Aiyuk will get traded, Aiyuk could be traded to the Buffalo Bills, Patriots needed to get talented players.

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 thoughts on the Falcons taking Michael Penix after signing Kirk Cousins to a huge contract.

Scott Cordischi (@ScottCordischi) and (abc 6) Nick Coit (@NCoitABC6) wonder how good the Celtics really are if they can’t beat the Jimmy Butler-less Heat. Can the Celtics trust their bench? We discuss the Red Sox roster issues.