5/1/26 - Friday Full Show - The first week of the show is in the books!

The WEEI Afternoons team kicked off their first live show from Fenway Park with high energy, celebrating their new studio space and the arrival of the Red Sox season. Hosts Rich, Ken, and Ted Johnson shared nostalgic, humorous stories from their early days in Boston, including Rich’s infamous blackout at a bar, while diving deep into the Celtics' shocking collapse in Game 6 against the 76ers. The hosts expressed disbelief at the team’s lack of answers, criticizing Joe Mazzulla’s failure to adjust, the overreliance on isolation plays for Tatum and Brown, and the shortening of the bench in crucial moments. Despite the disappointment, the episode highlighted the emotional resilience of the Bruins and the deep connection between the show and its fans—epitomized by a heartfelt call from listener Susan, who was helped to meet her favorite host, Wiggy. The segment also touched on the Mike Vrabel-Diana Rossini scandal, raising ethical concerns about boundaries in sports media, and the symbolic plane banner calling for the sale of the Red Sox, reflecting growing fan frustration. As the week closed, the tone shifted to anticipation and gratitude, with the hosts reflecting on the electric atmosphere of a Celtics victory, the cultural significance of Causeway Street celebrations, and the potential for a defining Celtics vs. Knicks playoff series.