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Boston Radio Hosts Stand by 'Zombie Apocalypse' Remarks as San Francisco Defenders Counter

The dispute spotlights a rift between outsider impressions versus local claims of safety gains.

Overview

  • Mike Felger and Tony Massarotti described parts of San Francisco as a 'zombie apocalypse' during Super Bowl week broadcasts from Radio Row.
  • San Francisco Chronicle culture critic Peter Hartlaub rebuked the portrayal and cited low violent crime and the city’s fewest homicides since 1954.
  • Felger responded on-air, conceding he lacks empathy yet maintaining his account of visible open-air drug use near their hotel.
  • 'Big Jim' Murray joined his co-hosts in the criticism as their comments circulated widely through sports and local media coverage.
  • Pat McAfee praised his experience in the city after speaking with residents and hosted Mayor Daniel Lurie to discuss recent improvements.