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I saw my archrival today. The type of person that reminds me that it truly is Boston vs the world. So many things to wonder about out there in society. Today's edition of The Sports Machine with Slim tries to cover as many of them as possible. Luka isn't complaining to the refs? New Yorks Knicks probably matching up against the Celtics in the Eastern Conference Finals. Jeremy Swayman guaranteeing wins. The NY Rangers possibly blowing a 3-0 series lead? Draymond Green getting paid to be on tv? These are crazy times we live in. We may as well talk about it.

Join Artful Living as host Jane Cormier and General Manager Catherine Martinez interview businesses at the recent Greater Chamber of Commerce Business Showcase at the Grappone Center. Sure to be a lively and informative show.

Local sports was one of our topics on Thursday as we were joined by Eric Rynston-Lobel of the Concord Monitor. It's a very busy Spring sports season and Eric brought us up to date on boys and girls lacrosse as well as what's taking place on the baseball and softball fields in the area. We also mentioned the spring auction this Saturday taking place at White Farm in Concord where surplus government property will be auctioned off, two walking events to raise money for local charities and the opening tonight of the 66th annual Kiwanis Fair on the grounds of the Everett Arena in Concord.

The rallying cry for Boston now is clear. It is us against the world. The Boston Bruins are up against the league office, the refs, the announcers, the Panthers players who are allowed to punch us in the face, and the fans of our opponents. It is us against everybody. Our beloved Bruins responded with grit and determination last night to defeat the Panthers 2-1 and now we move on to Game 6! The Sports Machine with Slim has been a place for Bruins fans to unite all season long. And now it is time for us to band together stronger and more ferociously than we have at any point during the season. Game 6 is Friday. Whatever you need to do to get ready, do it. Our show today features two great guest callers: Sully from the Something's Bruin Podcast and Matty from the Bruins Benders Podcast. Bruins fans unite! PS - We also mix in some NBA hoops talk with The Pistol! We've got you covered for all things sports!

Were you aware that there’s a cutting edge film studio located in Derry, NH? Don’t feel bad, neither did I until recently. It’s called Studio Lab and it’s one of the most fascinating places in the state. Benjamin Davis, director of the studio, drops by to give us the details. Some of the companies that have used their facilities include Disney, Prime Amazon, Titleist, Sony, Hannaford and Red Bull! Not only do they have "the largest film studio and recording space in New Hampshire” complete with 20ft high lighting grid and 2200 sq.ft.space they have a recording studio with a state-of-the art control room, versatile tracking space and isolation booths. This place rocks!!

It was a "Relive Your Past Wednesday" a day designed to remember the first music you ever bought or had purchased for you. Our resident "Flick Chick" Kitty Rae called in to tell us about her mother buying her a box of cereal (Super Sugar Crisp) that included a 45 rpm record on the back of the box that you cut out and played on your record player. It turned out to be the number-one selling song of 1969. Listen and find out what it was. Also breaking this morning, word that President Biden and former President Trump have agreed to debate in June and September.

Let's hope not. Please. Let's hope this isn't the last day of the season for the Boston Bruins. The team has shown grit and resilience all season long. Can they show it tonight when their backs are fully against the wall? We are going full "I dont care" mode on the show today to set the tone.The Celtics are on the verge of advancing to the Eastern Conference Finals after their game 4 win vs Cleveland last night. Jrue Holiday seems to be quietly leading the way. Tatum is doing what he needs to do and so is Jaylen Brown, although Brown's struggles from the free throw line certainly have us concerned. We discuss this and a whole lot more today on The Sports Machine with Slim!

On Artful Living today, we speak with Leo Balkovetz, a young Tenor from the Boston area as well as Deb Jurkoic from NAMI NH. "Magnify Voices" is presenting a special art showcase at New England College. Join us and get all the info!

It was a Potpourri Tuesday on the program as we discussed Tom Brady's debut as a Fox analyst, Krispy Kreme coming to McDonald's, Airlines suing the federal government, House Speaker Mike Johnson showing up at the Trump Trial, NASCAR's in-season tournament, The Rolling Stones back on tour starting tomorrow night and even some "Tick Tips".

Who should we blame for the Bruins loss in game 4? And game 3? And game 2? Of course we should blame the Bruins. They haven't been good enough. It is a difficult thing to admit when you are wrong - and The Sports Machine with Slim hates to say it - but Florida is the better team. Nonetheless.....Something fishy is going on in the series with Florida. Sam Bennett literally punched Brad Marchand right in the face during Game 3 in a play that resulted in the Bruins captain being pulled from the game, and then having to sit out Game 4 as well. The camera angle that the league had (which clear as day shows the dirty, dirty play) - wasn't released to the public until the day of Game 4. That is suspicious. In fact, it is outright illegal. A man clearly sucker punched another man, resulting in serious injury. Yet the league takes no action? They allow Sam Bennett to play in Game 4 with zero repercussions whatsoever? Well that results in the Bruins having to do something about it themselves......which results in the Bs taking a few penalties....which results in fewer shots on net....which results in a Game 4 loss. Im not here to say the Bruins are better than Florida. The Panthers have been the better team in this series. But the refs AND THE LEAGUE sure as heck have done their best to try to help the Panthers as much as they can. I am here to say that LOUDLY!