NightSide With Dan Rea - Winamp (2024)

In 1983 then Governor Michael Dukakis signed the state’s “right to shelter” law in Massachusetts. The law requires the Commonwealth to provide shelter and other necessities to “needy families with children and pregnant women with no other children.” That law has now been interpreted to include migrants arriving here in MA. Homeless women, including MA residents are not covered by this statute. Should the law be extended to all homeless MA women?Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on iHeart Radio!

4/19/2024 • 40 minutes, 46 seconds

In 1983 then Governor Michael Dukakis signed the state’s “right to shelter” law in Massachusetts. The law requires the Commonwealth to provide shelter and other necessities to “needy families with children and pregnant women with no other children.” That law has now been interpreted to include migrants arriving here in MA. Homeless women, including MA residents are not covered by this statute. Should the law be extended to all homeless MA women?Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on iHeart Radio!

4/19/2024 • 39 minutes, 27 seconds

In 1983 then Governor Michael Dukakis signed the state’s “right to shelter” law in Massachusetts. The law requires the Commonwealth to provide shelter and other necessities to “needy families with children and pregnant women with no other children.” That law has now been interpreted to include migrants arriving here in MA. Homeless women, including MA residents are not covered by this statute. Should the law be extended to all homeless MA women?Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on iHeart Radio!

4/19/2024 • 39 minutes, 59 seconds

We begin the program by bringing you four news segments with different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on iHeart Radio!

4/19/2024 • 39 minutes, 29 seconds

Drug addiction is a nationwide problem felt in every corner and crevice of the country. Every community has been touched by it in some way. According to the CDC, 107,941 people died in 2022 because of a drug overdose. In comparison, the Vietnam war killed 58,000 Americans, the Korean war 33,000 Americans, and the war in Iraq killed a little more than 4,000 Americans. Dr. Claude Curran joined us to discuss the opioid epidemic.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on iHeart Radio!

4/18/2024 • 40 minutes, 15 seconds

Drug addiction is a nationwide problem felt in every corner and crevice of the country. Every community has been touched by it in some way. According to the CDC, 107,941 people died in 2022 because of a drug overdose. In comparison, the Vietnam war killed 58,000 Americans, the Korean war 33,000 Americans, and the war in Iraq killed a little more than 4,000 Americans. Dr. Claude Curran joined us to discuss the opioid epidemic.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on iHeart Radio!

4/18/2024 • 39 minutes, 7 seconds

The Biden Administration released its new proposal for student loan forgiveness. The Administration’s first attempt at widespread student debt forgiveness was shot down by the U.S. Supreme Court last summer. The revised plan includes relief for those with unpaid interest, along with those in repayment for 20 years. In your opinion, is cancelling student loan debt fair?Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on iHeart Radio!

4/18/2024 • 38 minutes, 49 seconds

This Nightside News Update starts with Jay Gonzalez, the new Curry College President who announces a new initiative focused on guaranteeing jobs to Curry students beginning with the current freshmen class!And, Stephen Sayers, Author of 100 Things to Do in Plymouth, Massachusetts, Before You Die.Next, April is National Donate Life Month - Dr. Ben Oakes needs a kidney! Highlighting this local & his need for a kidney.Plus, Nicole Yang, Boston Globe Sports Writer on the NFL Draft coming up next week.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on iHeart Radio!

4/18/2024 • 39 minutes, 20 seconds

Republican John Deaton, former Marine and cryptocurrency attorney, is trying to unseat Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren. Deaton hails from Michigan originally, spent two decades practicing law in Rhode Island before moving to Massachusetts earlier this year. Deaton joined us on NightSide.Listen to Nightside with Dan Rea, Weekdays From 8 to midnight on WBZ Newsradio 1030 on the iHeartRadio app!

4/17/2024 • 39 minutes, 10 seconds

Protesters like to block traffic, and Dan ask, "What would you do" if faced such a situation.Listen to Nightside with Dan Rea, Weekdays From 8 to midnight on WBZ Newsradio 1030 on the iHeartRadio app!

4/17/2024 • 40 minutes, 59 seconds

It seems every other week we discover a new way that scam artists or hackers can steal our information, whether that’s personally or professionally. Do you think your personal data is protected? Chris Hadnagy is an expert hacker and has made it his business to try and hack into your accounts, your security systems, and detect if you have any vulnerabilities. Hadnagy joined us on NightSide to answer your questions and give you tips for protecting your personal data!Listen to Nightside with Dan Rea, Weekdays From 8 to midnight on WBZ Newsradio 1030 on the iHeartRadio app!

4/17/2024 • 38 minutes, 51 seconds

We start this Nightside news update with Erika Sinner, author of the book: Pets Are Family, to discuss the push for pet bereavement leave on the rise at companies across US!Next, James Montgomery’s Upcoming Local Show with James Montgomery.Then, David Hewlett on the Bio-IT World Conference – Why is science and AI so important for young kids to get excited about and involved in.And, Dr. Trisha Pasricha says more young people are getting cancer. What can be done to lower their risk?Listen to Nightside with Dan Rea, Weekdays From 8 to midnight on WBZ Newsradio 1030 on the iHeartRadio app!

4/17/2024 • 40 minutes, 23 seconds

Donald Trump’s “hush money” trial began where the jury selection process started. At least 50 jurors were excused from court out of the 500 Manhattan residents called for jury duty. How do you find a jury with no bias when it comes to former President Donald Trump? We discussed!Tell Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on iHeart Radio!

4/16/2024 • 41 minutes, 12 seconds

Over the weekend, Iran fired more than 300 projectiles toward Israel. The unprecedented attack is in response to a suspected Israeli strike on the Iranian consulate earlier this month. What is Israel’s next move? Will Israel stand down or strike back?Tell Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on iHeart Radio!

4/16/2024 • 39 minutes, 7 seconds

The Boston Marathon first started in April of 1897. According to the Boston Athletic Association, over 30k runners have participated in today’s 26.2-mile marathon. Were you one of those runners? Were you a spectator?Listen to Nightside with Dan Rea, Weekdays From 8 to midnight on WBZ Newsradio 1030 on the iHeartRadio app!

4/16/2024 • 40 minutes, 41 seconds

In this Nightside News Update, we start with Federal Trade Commission reveals the top frauds of 2024 – What you can learn from them & what to look out for. With Attorney Adam Hersh with the FTC.Then, Amber Caron, Director of Communications for Wreaths Across America joined Dan to discuss the Wreaths Across America and the Military Order of the World Wars Forge Partnership to Honor Veterans.Next, a new survey of recent graduates, 85% reported they are "less likely to apply for a job if the company does not disclose the salary range in the job posting – Are they making a mistake? With our guest, Julie Bauke, Founder & Chief Career Strategist of The Bauke Group.And finally, WBZ NewsRadio’s Nichole Davis talks with Dan about a great day in Boston – Red Sox, Marathon Monday, and the Reenactment in Lexington.Listen to Nightside with Dan Rea, Weekdays From 8 to midnight on WBZ Newsradio 1030 on the iHeartRadio app!

4/16/2024 • 39 minutes, 40 seconds

This week former NFL player and convicted felon O.J. Simpson died of cancer at the age of 76. Simpson is largely known for his infamous murder trial in which he was criminally charged for the murders of ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ronald Goldman. We asked listeners; do you believe Simpson was innocent or guilty of murder?

4/13/2024 • 41 minutes, 57 seconds

After losing his third attempt at delaying trial, former President Donald Trump is getting ready to stand trial in the hush money case that begins Monday. The case could have political ramifications as a verdict could be reached before voters hit the polls this November. We discussed!

4/13/2024 • 40 minutes, 5 seconds

Were you one of the thousands of people who traveled to one of the northern New England states of Maine, New Hampshire, or Vermont to witness the total solar eclipse? If you were, you like Globe writer Heather Hopp-Bruce, were probably stuck in traffic for hours on end! Was it worth it? Heather Hopp-Bruce joined us to discuss her “otherworldly” journey!

4/13/2024 • 39 minutes, 50 seconds

8:05PM: The Tierney Learning Center and their participation in the Boston Marathon on April 15th with Maura Tierney and Deirdre Pulgini8:15PM: Witch Hunt: The Cold War, Joe McCarthy, and the Red Scare with authorsAndrea Balis & Elizabeth Levy8:30PM: The drug addiction and overdose epidemic here in the U.S. with Dr. Claude Curran8:45PM: Swimming Holes New England - 50 of the Best Swimming with publication authorSarah Lamagna of Falcon Guides

4/13/2024 • 39 minutes, 40 seconds

The March Consumer Price Index report showed that core inflation is up 3.5% year over year. The increase is being driven in large part by the increased cost of housing and gasoline. Yesterday, stock prices collapsed in response to the report. How much will inflation be a contributing factor at the polls this November election? How are you faring?

4/12/2024 • 40 minutes, 9 seconds

The March Consumer Price Index report showed that core inflation is up 3.5% year over year. The increase is being driven in large part by the increased cost of housing and gasoline. Yesterday, stock prices collapsed in response to the report. How much will inflation be a contributing factor at the polls this November election? How are you faring?

4/12/2024 • 39 minutes, 22 seconds

It appears that in the next week, funding for Massachusetts’ emergency shelter system could run out if lawmakers don’t negotiate a fiscal plan. How much does it cost to house and shelter migrants in MA? A report released earlier this week showed the Healey Administration has already spent $504 million on emergency shelters as of April 4th. Will the legislature strike a deal in time? What will it cost? MA State Senator Peter Durant joined Dan to discuss it.

4/12/2024 • 40 minutes, 8 seconds

We began the program by bringing you four news segments with different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!First up, Bill Patjane – Regional Director of the American Parkinson Disease Association MA Chapter. APDA's Optimism Walk Comes to Framingham, Massachusetts to Make Strides Against Parkinson'sThen, Marathon Monday/Patriots Day/Red Sox – Happenings in Boston with Boston Globe Reporter Katie McInerney.And Adam Ruben of the Economic Security Project has good news for tax filing procrastinators: Taxpayers in 12 States can now E-File returns directly with IRS for free.Finally, David Kemper & Alex Cain on the Battle of Lexington reenactment on Patriots Day.

4/12/2024 • 40 minutes, 21 seconds

While the war rages on in the Middle East between Israel and Hamas, the effects of that war are being felt here at home. Over the weekend, protesters in Dearborn, MI drew attention for their "Death to America!" and "Death to Israel!" chants during an International Al-Quds Day rally.

4/11/2024 • 42 minutes, 5 seconds

While the war rages on in the Middle East between Israel and Hamas, the effects of that war are being felt here at home. Over the weekend, protesters in Dearborn, MI drew attention for their "Death to America!" and "Death to Israel!" chants during an International Al-Quds Day rally. Attorney Jeff Robbins, a former United States delegate to the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva joined Dan to discuss the situation.

4/11/2024 • 38 minutes, 54 seconds

A former Holyoke city councilor was arrested for child p*rnography. Instead of standing trial, the ex-Holyoke official Wilmer Puello-Mota, fled the country to Russia, joined the Russian army, and is now fighting in Russia’s war with Ukraine! Puello-Mota’s lawyer said he gathers he is not coming back.

4/11/2024 • 37 minutes, 11 seconds

David Sellers, Executive Director of the John M. Barry Boys & Girls Club in Newton on their 27th annual Gala!Jimmy Faila on his upcoming show at the Boch Center Shubert Theatre.Michael Nadeau of Cnect on how age discrimination remains a problem in the hiring process (for younger candidates too).WaPo Reporter Teddy Amenabar on the EPA settinglimits for ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water.

4/11/2024 • 39 minutes, 2 seconds

James and Jennifer Crumbley, the parents of Michigan school shooter Ethan Crumbley, were each individually sentenced to 10 to 15 years for involuntary manslaughter. The Crumbleys are the first parents to ever be charged and convicted for their child’s mass shooting. The judge in the case said the Crumbleys’ convictions were “not about poor parenting” but rather “repeatedly ignoring warning signs any reasonable person would have seen.” We heard your thoughts.

4/10/2024 • 44 minutes, 13 seconds

James and Jennifer Crumbley, the parents of Michigan school shooter Ethan Crumbley, were each individually sentenced to 10 to 15 years for involuntary manslaughter. The Crumbleys are the first parents to ever be charged and convicted for their child’s mass shooting. The judge in the case said the Crumbleys’ convictions were “not about poor parenting” but rather “repeatedly ignoring warning signs any reasonable person would have seen.” We heard your thoughts.

4/10/2024 • 37 minutes, 55 seconds

According to MA House Speaker Ron Marino, part of their fiscal 2025 budget, will include a “record” investment in the MBTA. That investment amounts to more than a half a billion dollars. Brian Kane, Executive Director of the MBTA Advisory Board joined us to discuss finances, operations, infrastructure, and more relating to the MBTA.

4/10/2024 • 35 minutes, 28 seconds

We started with Sen. Bruce Tarr on reoccurring Salisbury Beach damage/erosion with the latest after last week’s storm.Next, Jonathan Elias with his book, "BURN: Justice is Criminal".And, Hugo Balta, Owner/publisher of MA Latino News reported that Majority of Hispanics, Latinos consume news in English.Then, meet Stephen Macleod and Carol Schutte, theelected hog wranglers in Hampton Falls, NH.

4/10/2024 • 42 minutes, 13 seconds

The highly anticipated celestial event finally occurred…The total solar eclipse made its appearance in the Greater Boston area starting at roughly around 2:16PM Monday and continued till roughly 3:29PM when the moon covered 93% of the sun at maximum eclipse. Where were you during the eclipse? What was your experience? Did you look up at the sky during it?

4/9/2024 • 41 minutes, 19 seconds

The highly anticipated celestial event finally occurred…The total solar eclipse made its appearance in the Greater Boston area starting at roughly around 2:16PM Monday and continued till roughly 3:29PM when the moon covered 93% of the sun at maximum eclipse. Where were you during the eclipse? What was your experience? Did you look up at the sky during it?

4/9/2024 • 40 minutes, 1 second

The Newton community came together Sunday to rededicate a wall of Israeli hostages located on the Kosowsky Family’s property after it was vandalized a couple of weeks back. Thousands showed up to show their support, including Dan Rea. Homeowner Jeff Kosowsky joined us on NightSide to discuss.

4/9/2024 • 38 minutes

We started this Nightside News Update with Meteorologist Art Horn (formerly Channel 7 here in Boston) sending up weather balloon in direct path of eclipse today to record Atmospheric conditions – shared his findings.Next, "The Pottsville Maroons and the NFL's Stolen Championship of 1925" with author Vincent Genovese.Then, Teachers are using AI to grade essays. But some experts are raising ethical concerns. Tim Dickey, an expert on AI with Improving.com joined Dan to discuss.

4/9/2024 • 37 minutes, 10 seconds

They seem to understand our language, but they still go in to the garbage when told not to. So, how smart are dogs?

4/6/2024 • 42 minutes, 44 seconds

How you show up really matters. Whether it’s for a blind date, an interview, or an important event. Etiquette expert Valerie Sokolosky joins us on NightSide to give insight and advice on proper etiquette for any occasion!

4/6/2024 • 41 minutes, 31 seconds

he Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities has approved at least four no-bid contracts in the past year to assist state-run emergency shelters amid an influx of migrants. Where does the state stand on tackling the migrant crisis? Boston Herald reporter Chris Van Buskirk joined Dan to discuss.

4/6/2024 • 41 minutes, 19 seconds

Study: Over 70% of employees blame work stress on breakups and divorces. We discuss it with Renee Marino, a Communication Coach.In the Round: 20th Century Cape Ann Sculpture Exhibition Will Celebrate the Sculptors of Cape Ann. WithOliver Barker, the Director of the Cape Ann Museum.Matt Brown’s Upcoming Fundraiser and Participation in the Boston Marathon.And, Dr. Fahmi Farah, cardiologist joined Dan to discuss hospitals that are not excited about eclipse mania, Hospitals are on high alert for increased traffic accidents, the potential for mass casualty events and, of course, eye damage.

4/6/2024 • 39 minutes, 46 seconds

Gary Tanguay filled in on Nightside:Do women really love dad bods? What’s the scoop on actor Rebel Wilson’s sexual harassment claims against actor Sacha Baron Cohen? Radio personality, author and TV entertainer Cooper Lawrence joined us to answer these questions and share what she knows about the bombshell docu-series, Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV.

4/5/2024 • 42 minutes, 15 seconds

Gary Tanguay filled in on NightSide:Attorney, author, coach, and former Ivy League all-star athlete Wendy Tamis Robbins has lived with anxiety, obsessive compulsive and panic disorders for almost 40 years. She used to hide her struggles with mental illness until she took charge of her mental heath and started down a path towards freedom from anxiety. Robbins joined Gary to discuss finding that peace we all deserve.

4/5/2024 • 41 minutes, 18 seconds

Gary Tanguay filled in on NightSide:Former UConn star, NBA player, and now college basketball analysist, Donny Marshall joined Gary to discuss his career, March Madness, and the mass appeal of college basketball star Caitlin Clark!

4/5/2024 • 18 minutes, 8 seconds

Gary Tanguay filled in on NightSide:In his recent book, “Lilith,” author Eric Rickstad tells the tale of a single mom whose son was traumatically injured in a school shooting. The enraged mom then takes justice into her own violent hands to put an end to this “epidemic of violence.” Rickstad joined Gary to discuss his book, “Lilith.”

4/5/2024 • 22 minutes, 48 seconds

Gary Tanguay filled in on NightSide:If you are tired of getting late night calls or messages from your boss after working hours, you might be in luck as one California lawmaker aims to make it illegal! CA Assembly Member Matt Haney has introduced a bill, affectionately referred to as the “right to disconnect” bill. Gary is joined by CA Assembly Member Matt Haney and Employment Attorney David Robinson who broke down how this bill might work.

4/5/2024 • 39 minutes, 18 seconds

This coming Monday April 8th, a total solar eclipse will blanket parts of New England in a special astronomical spectacle. The celestial occurrence will not happen again for another 20 years. So, what is a total solar eclipse? Where is the eclipse’s path of totality and how can you witness it?

4/4/2024 • 40 minutes, 56 seconds

This coming Monday April 8th, a total solar eclipse will blanket parts of New England in a special astronomical spectacle. The celestial occurrence will not happen again for another 20 years. So, what is a total solar eclipse? Where is the eclipse’s path of totality and how can you witness it? Andrew Fraknoi, Professor of Astronomy at the Fromm Institute at the University of San Francisco joined Dan to discuss.

4/4/2024 • 20 minutes, 29 seconds

The MBTA zoning law that addresses the housing crisis here in MA by requiring communities served by the T to zone for multifamily housing, is getting more pushback. First it was the town of Milton, now Winthrop is also pushing back with their town council requesting reclassification from the state.Winthrop businessman and lifelong resident Todd Sacco as well as State Rep. Jeff Turco joined Dan to discuss

4/4/2024 • 21 minutes, 5 seconds

The MBTA zoning law that addresses the housing crisis here in MA by requiring communities served by the T to zone for multifamily housing, is getting more pushback. First it was the town of Milton, now Winthrop is also pushing back with their town council requesting reclassification from the state.Winthrop businessman and lifelong resident Todd Sacco as well as State Rep. Jeff Turco joined Dan to discuss

4/4/2024 • 43 minutes, 15 seconds

First up is Marc Ericson – Senior Multimedia Manager for the Special Olympics NH - State Basketball Tournament & Their Mission.Dr. Michael Platt on Adrenaline Dominance: A Revolutionary Approach to Wellness -Unravels the mystery behind why our bodies produce the "fight or flight" hormone even in the absence of imminent danger.Then we're joined by Mike Connolly – Cofounder of Boston Bullpen Project.And, Christopher Hadnagy on Human Hacking: Win Friends, Influence People, and Leave Them Better Off for Having Met You.

4/4/2024 • 38 minutes, 55 seconds

Based on the results of seventy polls, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has a 41.3% favorability rating. Is RFK a sleeper? A political candidate once laughed off but now a more serious contender?

4/3/2024 • 39 minutes, 45 seconds

Based on the results of seventy polls, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has a 41.3% favorability rating. Is RFK a sleeper? A political candidate once laughed off but now a more serious contender?

4/3/2024 • 38 minutes, 47 seconds

A couple of weeks back, Newton residents, the Kosowsky Family, discovered the posters of Israeli hostages that they hung on their property’s fence, had been vandalized. The Newton police continue to investigate the incident as a hate crime. Jeff Kosowsky joined Dan to discuss the efforts to rebuild the hostage wall on his property and the latest in the vandalism case.

4/3/2024 • 37 minutes, 10 seconds

We started this News Update with Jacqui Webb – Boston Marathon Bombing Survivor. Boston Marathon Bombing Survivors to Hold Inaugural One Boston Night Fundraiser - April 3Talmage Boston, author and presidential historian with his book How the Best Did It: Leadership Lessons From Our Top Presidents.Guilt tipping’ is getting out of control, but signs show consumers are pushing back. With Richard Weylman – Customer Experience Expert.Seth Borenstein – Science Reporter at AP News tells us Cicadas are nature’s weirdos. They pee stronger than us and an STD can turn them into zombies!

4/3/2024 • 39 minutes, 59 seconds

As the cleanup ramps up, Dan wanted to know who is responsible, and who will pay the replacement costs?

4/2/2024 • 41 minutes, 22 seconds

The Federal Bureau of Investigation will no longer be making any more documents related to Boston mobster James “Whitey” Bulger’s public. Why? The claim is that the files are “investigative” and no longer subject to Freedom of Information rules. Is the FBI shielding ex-informant Bulger? Why the secrecy?

4/2/2024 • 41 minutes, 6 seconds

Massachusetts lawmaker William Delahunt passed away over the weekend at the age of 82. The late Bill Delahunt served as Norfolk County District Attorney for over two decades, then become a Representative in Congress, serving 14 years. Delahunt was a voice for bipartisanship and passed impactful bills, such as one that made all children adopted overseas automatically American citizens. Journalist Seth Rolbein, who was working with Delahunt on a memoir, joined Dan to discuss.

4/2/2024 • 39 minutes, 5 seconds

Durell Jones & Tony Wilson James Brown Saves Boston Tribute Concert at Strand Theatre.Amanda Pitts – CEO of Recovery Centers of America with addiction recovery program for first responders and veterans.Does America suddenly have a record number of bees? Andrew Van Dam - Department of Data columnist for WaPo checked in.Majority of U.S. bridges lack impact protection. After the Key Bridge collapse, will anything change? With Shelley Armato - Construction Industry Expert

4/2/2024 • 39 minutes, 35 seconds

If the presidential election were today, who would you vote for? Dan takes a straw poll.

3/30/2024 • 42 minutes, 21 seconds

A 31-year-old NYPD officer, who was married with a one-year-old son, was shot, and killed during a traffic stop in Queens. The suspect who killed NYPD Officer Jonathan Diller is being described as a career criminal who had been arrested 21 times prior. President Joe Biden is being criticized for not attending the service of the fallen officer while in NYC. Biden’s political opponent Donald Trump however did attend the wake service.

3/30/2024 • 41 minutes, 9 seconds

Boston is looking at commercial tax increases to cushion the blow falling property values will have on the city. At the same time, the state could be facing budget cuts largely in part due to the high cost of running state-run emergency shelters.

3/30/2024 • 40 minutes, 13 seconds

The Origin Of Chocolate Easter Bunnies! Salem Candy Shop, Harbor Sweets claims to have kick started the chocolate bunny craze! Our guest list starts with Colleen Norvee, President of Habor Sweets.Near-fatal car accident on Good Friday, April 6, 2007 left man with a 5% chance of survival – miracle of survival leads to inspirational journey of faith. Ben Hylden, Author & Motivational Speaker joined Dan to tell us about it.Jennifer Hanlon Wigon, Executive Director of Women’s Lunch Place,highlighting a daytime shelter and advocacy center in Boston for women experiencing hunger, homelessness and poverty.And finally, Dana Gerber, Globe Reporter with a guide to the six types of difficult co-workers you’ll meet at your first job!

3/30/2024 • 39 minutes, 46 seconds

Sam Bankman-Fried, the founder of FTX, a platform for exchanging digital currency, is sentenced to 25 years in prison for stealing billions of dollars from FTX customers and defrauding investors and lenders. Do you now have more or less confidence partaking in cryptocurrency?

3/29/2024 • 41 minutes, 28 seconds

What is ADHD and how does it affect millions of people in America? Dr. David Sitt is not only one of the estimated 8.1 million adults in the U.S. living with ADHD, but he’s devoted his life to the treatment of ADHD. Sitt joined us to give the audience an inside look at the mind of someone with ADHD and the practical tools one can use to transform their mindset from chaos to clarity!

3/29/2024 • 39 minutes, 20 seconds

Last month Milton residents voted against the state’s MBTA zoning plan that was introduced to combat the state’s housing crisis by requiring communities served by the T to zone for multifamily housing. MA AG Andrea Campbell sued Milton for failing to comply. Now Milton is firing back, filing a response to the lawsuit, questioning the validity of the MBTA housing law. Dan spoke to a number of Milton residents on this topic.

3/29/2024 • 41 minutes, 39 seconds

Cape Cod Dolphin Rescue Center -first patient of Dolphin Rescue Center successfully admitted and released. With our guest Brian Sharp - International Fund for Animal Welfare’s Director of Marine Mammal Rescue,Kelly Conroy with Care packages for troops overseas – Adopt a Platoon Southie Style.Former Red Sox player Jeff Plympton’s Kidney Transplant.RAIN - A Tribute to the Beatles is coming to the Boch Center Wang Theatre. Paul Curatolo – Member of RAIN will portray Paul McCartney joined Dan.

3/29/2024 • 38 minutes, 57 seconds

A handful of New England colleges have now topped $90,000 a year! The price includes tuition, housing, food, and other expenses. Tufts, Wellesley, Yale, and Boston University are some of the schools passing this high-cost threshold. When the total student debt in the U.S. has nearly tripled in the past 15 years, is the hefty price of college nowadays worth it?

3/28/2024 • 42 minutes, 39 seconds

A handful of New England colleges have now topped $90,000 a year! The price includes tuition, housing, food, and other expenses. Tufts, Wellesley, Yale, and Boston University are some of the schools passing this high-cost threshold. When the total student debt in the U.S. has nearly tripled in the past 15 years, is the hefty price of college nowadays worth it?

3/28/2024 • 40 minutes, 18 seconds

To reduce car usage in the city of Cambridge,officials have proposed a new incentive that would help residents forgo car ownership thus reducing emissions and pollution as well as traffic deaths. Cambridge Vice Mayor Marc McGovern joined Dan to discuss the details.

3/28/2024 • 41 minutes, 13 seconds

The Importance of Sleep – March World Sleep Month with Dr. Harvey Karp, inventor of a very popular baby crib called the SNOO!North End restaurants close on Thursday for protest over outdoor dining ban with our guest Carla Gomes – Owner of restaurant Antico Forno.Diane Sullivan joined us to talk about the2024 Animal Rights Day Event – The Shadow Fund.And, UMass Amherst researchers develop improved testing for tick-borne virus – MA highest in US with cases of life threatening Powassan virus with Dr. Stephen M. Rich- Professor of Microbiology - Executive Director of the New England Center of Excellence in Vector-borne Diseases at UMass.

3/28/2024 • 40 minutes, 18 seconds

Dan says yes and invited listeners to discuss why the Biden administration hasn't provided it.

3/27/2024 • 40 minutes, 5 seconds

Michael Milken is an American financier known for his development of the financial market for high-yield bonds as well as his high-profile indictment and conviction for violating U.S. securities laws. Richard Sandler, a retired legal professional and veteran investor joined Dan to discuss the Milken indictment, conviction, and what he believes shows overly zealous prosecutors abusing their powers. Harvey Silverglate also joined in.

3/27/2024 • 40 minutes, 11 seconds

A growing number of Americans are becoming “religiously unaffiliated,” meaning not associated with or bellowing to any organized religion. According to a report from the Public Religion Research Institute, just 16% of Americans surveyed said religion is the most important thing in their lives, down from 20% a decade ago. Melissa Deckman, CEO of PRRI joined Dan to discuss this trend.

3/27/2024 • 39 minutes, 3 seconds

We started this Nightside News Update with Jennifer Epstein – Controlling Manager of Boston Unity Soccer Partners to talk about the White Stadium renovation project.Then, Locally and nationally, food co-ops are on the rise. Here’s why with Boston Globe reporter Devra First.Next, Paula Flemming of Better Business Bureau’s Boston Division warns us about contractor scams that can happen anytime! Especially following a major storm, flood, weather event!And finally, Peter Zuk – Project Director of the Big Dig in Boston 1991-1999 on the Baltimore Bridge collapse.

3/27/2024 • 40 minutes, 47 seconds

Religious leaders in Boston gathered over the weekend for a news conference where they issued a statement calling for “white churches” in Boston to back reparations for slavery. Rev. Kevin Peterson spoke during the conference asking white churches to “publicly commit to a process of reparations where they will extend their great wealth.”

3/26/2024 • 42 minutes, 17 seconds

Religious leaders in Boston gathered over the weekend for a news conference where they issued a statement calling for “white churches” in Boston to back reparations for slavery. Rev. Kevin Peterson spoke during the conference asking white churches to “publicly commit to a process of reparations where they will extend their great wealth.”

3/26/2024 • 38 minutes, 38 seconds

Repetitive brain trauma endured in contact sports, starting at an early age can have negative long term affects on a child’s cognitive and behavioral health. Drawing from his personal experience with the tragic loss of his son Mac Parkman, Bruce Parkman joined Dan to explore the connection between concussive trauma and mental illness, providing crucial information to parents seeking to protect their children's well-being in the realm of contact sports.

3/26/2024 • 40 minutes, 28 seconds

We started this hour with Keith O'Brien, author of CHARLIE HUSTLE: The Rise and Fall of Pete Rose, and the Last Glory Days of Baseball.Next, we were joined by Bill Raynor with his book Why Black Men Nod At Each Other.Then, Mark Bracken from the MA State Lottery on Powerball & Mega Millions Jackpots Reaching HIGH amounts.And, Kate Middleton’s cancer diagnosis is part of a frightening global trend – early detection is the best “cure” for cancer. With guest Sumit Rai, CEO of a company called Cancer Check Labs

3/26/2024 • 40 minutes, 6 seconds

In this week's 20th hour, Dan asks listeners what their favorite supermarket is.

3/23/2024 • 41 minutes, 15 seconds

The Boston cop killer, previously known as Terrell Muhammad, is still living a life of crime. The career criminal, who changed his name to Joshua McCullough, was arrested this week for assaulting and robbing a woman in Rhode Island. McCullough killed a Boston Police officer in 1993, was sentenced to 26-30 years for the murder and only served 15 before being released. We discuss how this criminal has had one too many chances…

3/23/2024 • 40 minutes, 55 seconds

Boston Marathon bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev’s death sentence is up in the air after a federal appeals court ordered the case be returned to lower court to probe claims of juror bias and determine whether Tsarnaev’s death sentence should stand. Will this story ever end?

3/23/2024 • 40 minutes, 39 seconds

Nick Neonakis, franchise expert fromThe Franchise Consulting Company says fast food prices on the rise frustrates customers: 'It’s definitely out of control'.Tom Cridland with an Elton John Tribute Show Coming up at the Emerson Colonial Theatre in Boston on April 13th.“Disabling cyberattacks” are hitting critical US water systems, White House warns, with our guest David Malicoat, Cybersecurity Expert.And, Accuweather Meteorologist Bob Larson joins Dan to look ahead to the weekend weather.

3/23/2024 • 39 minutes, 25 seconds

Dan discussed Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, and wonders what the listeners' opinions are.

3/22/2024 • 40 minutes, 33 seconds

New data by the CDC reveals that millions of Americans have had long Covid, with symptoms lasting for 3 months or more. The CDC is still studying what causes people to develop long Covid. Have you had long Covid? Julie Sullivan, Program Manager of the Covid Recovery Center at Brigham and Women’s Hospital joined Dan to discuss it.

3/22/2024 • 39 minutes, 57 seconds

The Clarion Hotel in Taunton, MA has been operating over capacity since it began housing migrants for the state. As a result, the hotel has violated its occupancy permit over a nearly four-month span thus resulting in over 100k in civil fines the hotel has yet to pay. Taunton Mayor Shaunna O’Connell joined us to discuss the ongoing challenge.

3/22/2024 • 39 minutes, 49 seconds

We started with "Auschwitz: Not Long Ago, Not Far Away". Curator Michael Berenbaum discussed the exhibit and how it brings immersive Holocaust history to Boston.Jim Lawlor of Bamboos Nation Interstateships local New England Chinese Food all over the country to those who miss the Chinese “taste” of home!East Bridgewater's Megan Krugger competes on Discovery Channel's 'Naked and Afraid' !And, actor Michael Gross (Family Ties, Tremors) will be at the 24th Annual Boston Comedy Festival - March 25-31!

3/22/2024 • 39 minutes, 27 seconds

Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy is running for President of the United States as an independent. Kennedy is expected to announce his vice-presidential nominee next week. Some expectations for his VP pick are NY Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers and former Minnesota Gov. Jesse Ventura. What is your prediction? Who should Kennedy choose? Would it have influence in you voting for him?

3/21/2024 • 40 minutes, 29 seconds

Most regular hardworking citizens go grocery shopping where it’s highly likely you ’ve seen the integration of self-checkout machines at your local stores. You either love them or hate them. Where do you come down on the debate? Do you find self-checkout convenient or more of a hassle?

3/21/2024 • 39 minutes, 22 seconds

Most regular hardworking citizens go grocery shopping where it’s highly likely you’ve seen the integration of self-checkout machines at your local stores. You either love them or hate them. Where do you come down on the debate? Do you find self-checkout convenient or more of a hassle? Boston Globe reporter Hiawatha Bray wrote a piece praising self-checkout and joined us to discuss!

3/21/2024 • 37 minutes, 47 seconds

In this Nightside News Update, we started with Doug Zeghibe discussing the Norwood figure skaters going for gold at the 2024 World Championships In Montreal and the 2025 World Championships in Boston coming up.Next, Glenn Knoblock on unearthing untold stories: forgotten women of New Hampshire – Women that greatly contributed to the Granite State.Pew Research: 8 in 10 Americans say religion is losing influence in public life. Our guest John Hill – Faith expert - Founder ofFindahousechurch.com & author of “Loving God without All the Answers” joined Dan to discuss.And Thrilling look into the world of corporate espionage! From aspiring actor to actual real life spy! With Robert Kerbeck.

3/21/2024 • 37 minutes, 51 seconds

A group of what appeared to be a hundred bicyclists and motor scooter riders took to Boston’s freeway on Sunday taking up two lanes and forcing traffic to a standstill. State police say they have not made contact with any of the reckless individuals on bikes and scooters. How likely is an incident like this to happen again?

3/20/2024 • 40 minutes, 30 seconds

A group of what appeared to be a hundred bicyclists and motor scooter riders took to Boston’s freeway on Sunday taking up two lanes and forcing traffic to a standstill. State police say they have not made contact with any of the reckless individuals on bikes and scooters. How likely is an incident like this to happen again?

3/20/2024 • 39 minutes, 31 seconds

Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn joins us on NightSide to talk about a variety of topics. On the table for discussion is Mayor Michelle Wu’s new program for the city that allows Boston Public School students and up to three family members free city museum passes but excludes METCO, charter school, and private school students. In addition, the idea of moving the St. Patrick’s Day parade out of Southie. Get your questions ready for Councilor Flynn!

3/20/2024 • 37 minutes, 54 seconds

In this hour -Bruce Parkman – Founder of the Mac Parkman Foundation for Adolescent Concussive Trauma discusses Youth Contact Sports And Broken Brains – Understanding the hidden risks of mental illness from early exposure to concussive trauma.Dr. David Sitt, PsyD joined Dan to explain what is ADHD? How does it affect millions of adults living with it everyday?What is magnet fishing? Why it’s become so popular. A bazooka was recently found in the Charles River by a magnet fisherman! Nate DeMontigny from Cape Cod Magnet Crew joined us.Valeria Sokolosky, etiquette expert goes over plane etiquette – What NOT to do when traveling!

3/20/2024 • 38 minutes, 28 seconds

Over the weekend at a rally in Ohio, Donald Trump was speaking about the car manufacturing industry and how if elected president he plans to put a “100% tariff” on all imported vehicles. Trump went on to say if he’s not elected, “it’s going to be a blood bath.” The media is criticizing Trump’s choice of words. Trump is defending his words saying the media is taking them out of context.

3/19/2024 • 41 minutes, 32 seconds

34 years ago 13 pieces of art were stolen from the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston. Today, the FBI and the Museum still do not know who the two men posing as police officers were that talked their way into the Museum and made off with roughly $500 million in artwork. Anthony Amore, head of security at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum joined us to discuss one of the most infamous heists in Boston’s history!

3/19/2024 • 37 minutes, 40 seconds

Over the weekend, Newton residents, the Kosowsky Family, discovered the posters of Israeli hostages that they hung on their property’s fence, had been vandalized. The faces of hostages had been blacked out or spray painted over. The Newton Police are investigating the vandalism as a hate crime. Jeff Kosowsky joined Dan to discuss the situation.

3/19/2024 • 38 minutes

Global Partners unveils new brand identity with a focus on commitment to Innovation and the energy transition. With Global Partners CEO Eric Slifka.Kara Zeiberg joined Dan to discuss the Freedom Trail Foundation Revolutionary Women Tours – In honor of Women’s History Month.Teddy Amenabar, WaPo Reporter checks in with a story on how turf fields may have ‘forever chemicals.’ Should kids be playing on them?And, The broken US healthcare system and the challenges around full-time caregiving with author Marylee MacDonald.

3/19/2024 • 38 minutes, 21 seconds

In this hour, Dan discusses all things Irish.

3/16/2024 • 41 minutes, 27 seconds

A judge ruled that Fulton County District Attorney, Fani Willis, the prosecutor in the Donald Trump election racketeering case in Georgia, must either step aside or remove the special prosecutor with whom she had a romantic relationship before the case can proceed. The ruling comes in response to the questioning of whether Willis can use her “professional judgment totally free of any compromising influences.”

3/16/2024 • 40 minutes, 36 seconds

A Haitian migrant who was living at an emergency shelter in Rockland has been charged with the rape of a 15-year-old girl. Gov. Healey said, the man was vetted by a state background check as well as an additional check “that we do for all entries to our shelter.” Do we need to reassess how we effectively manage the migrant crisis in Massachusetts?

3/16/2024 • 38 minutes, 11 seconds

Attorney Jeremy Cohen - Boston Dog Lawyers - Recognition of pets as unique property with a special purpose when it comes to custody cases.Boston Globe Reporter Christina Prignano with the most Irish state in America? It’s not Massachusetts. It’s NH!WBZ NewsRadio’s James Rojas reports on Boston City Councilor proposes pregnant people use handicap parking spaces.Jim Brett -President of NE Council Food Pantry at Dorchester Catholic Church.

3/16/2024 • 38 minutes, 49 seconds

Lyme Disease is an underreported, under-researched, and often debilitating disease transmitted by deer ticks. The disease is quite serious and can cause a slew of medical issues you might not even realize. Dr. Alfred Miller, a Mayo Clinic trained medical doctor who has extensive experience treating Lyme Disease joined Dan to discuss what you should know about preventing and treating the disease.

3/15/2024 • 41 minutes, 13 seconds

Lyme Disease is an underreported, under-researched, and often debilitating disease transmitted by deer ticks. The disease is quite serious and can cause a slew of medical issues you might not even realize. Dr. Alfred Miller, a Mayo Clinic trained medical doctor who has extensive experience treating Lyme Disease joined Dan to discuss what you should know about preventing and treating the disease.

3/15/2024 • 39 minutes, 46 seconds

A survey conducted by the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce Foundation found that 25% of the 20–30-year-olds that they surveyed, plan to leave Boston in the next 5 years. Job availability, the cost of rent, and ability to buy a home were the top deciding factors. In addition, the Boston City Council is expected to discuss a proposal to provide workforce housing for city employees who struggle to afford a home in Boston. We discussed the future of the Boston workforce withCasey Baines – Senior Director of Communications for Chamber.

3/15/2024 • 37 minutes, 52 seconds

March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month. Incidence of the disease has been rising for the past 2 decades. Colorectal cancer is the deadliest cancer for men under age 50, and the second deadliest cancer among women in the same age group. With Dr. Frederick Ruymann.FREE Arts & Entertainment Lecture, part of the Series with Workshops from Arts Empowering Life hosted at the NEW Performing Arts Center in Brewster, MA . Paul Tingley, Program Coordinator about this series and Beauty, Truth and Faith in the Arts discusses the program with Dan.WBZ NewsRadio’s Emma Friedman found a Derry Girls Pop Up Bar in Boston.And Dr. Adam Hartstone-Rose Animal Behavior during a Total Solar Eclipse – Been found to act out of character - Solar Eclipse Safari, a citizen project aiming to collect observations from people viewing the eclipse.

3/15/2024 • 38 minutes, 21 seconds

Every now and then Dan opens the floor for callers to call in and bring their own topics.

3/14/2024 • 41 minutes, 5 seconds

Jill Kornetskyis an American woman living and working in Taliban occupied Afghanistan. Kornetsky works in the spice industry where she sources saffron, one of the world’s most expensive spices. Life is different in Afghanistan…the Taliban is aware of Kornetsky and checks up on her regularly. Kornestsky joined Dan to discuss her mission and life in Afghanistan!

3/14/2024 • 36 minutes, 6 seconds

Joshua Levy has been the acting U.S. Attorney for Massachusetts since May of 2023. Levy joins us on NightSide to discuss a swath of prosecutions that fall to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Prosecutions include cases of economic fraud, drug trafficking, child p*rnography, and more.

3/14/2024 • 40 minutes, 14 seconds

K9 Veterans Day is March 13th - despite their years of service, these hero dogs don’t always get the retirements they deserve. With Bob Bryant - Co-Founder of Mission K9 Rescue (MK9).Richard Kaufman – Author of the book: PLAYED: The Games of the 1936 Berlin OlympicsThe Boston Globe’s Alex Speier — Red Sox beat reporter — will be on the ground reporting from the Dominican Republic.Bakes for Breast Cancer - Massachusetts-based non-profit organization dedicated to funding breast cancer researchers and clinicians with Founder Carol Sneider.

3/14/2024 • 41 minutes, 44 seconds

Special Counsel Robert Hur testified before the House Judiciary Committee about his investigation into President Biden’s handling of classified documents. Hur made the decision not to charge President Biden. How does President Biden’s classified documents probe differ from former President Trump’s classified documents probe?

3/13/2024 • 41 minutes, 17 seconds

Restaurants in the North End have been barred from receiving outdoor dining permits from the city. The Wu Administration said they would not issue permits for on street dining in the North End due to its narrow streets among other reasons.The North End Restaurant Association filed a lawsuit demanding millions in monetary damages.

3/13/2024 • 37 minutes, 16 seconds

Restaurants in the North End have been barred from receiving outdoor dining permits from the city. The Wu Administration said they would not issue permits for on street dining in the North End due to its narrow streets among other reasons. The North End Restaurant Association filed a lawsuit demanding millions in monetary damages. North End RestaurateurJorge Mendoza joined us to discuss.

3/13/2024 • 36 minutes, 27 seconds

Dr. William Berger with Allergy & Asthma Network starts this Nightside News Update with Spring Allergy Season - When Does Allergy Season Actually Start? How To Prevent Allergies Now - Allergens Most Common In Spring.Ellen Taaffe, author of:The Mirrored Door: Break Through the Hidden Barrier, Supporting Women in the Workplace - 73% of women continue to experience microaggressions and everyday comments rooted in bias.Then, Nicole Yang – Globe Reports Reporter on Patriots trading away Mac Jones leaves new regime to not repeat mistakes of its predecessor.And, Eric Blehm and his book "THE DARKEST WHITE: A Mountain Legend and the Avalanche That Took Him – Story of Snowboarding Legend Craig Kelly"

3/13/2024 • 38 minutes, 38 seconds

The New York City Fire Department is scolding some of its members for booing New York Attorney General Letitia James during a promotional event. The FDNY says the firefighters brought “discredit” to the department and is asking those members to come forward. The incident raises the question about First Amendment rights in the workforce. Should city workers be entitled to their First Amendment rights even on the job?

3/12/2024 • 41 minutes, 39 seconds

The New York City Fire Department is scolding some of its members for booing New York Attorney General Letitia James during a promotional event. The FDNY says the firefighters brought “discredit” to the department and is asking those members to come forward. The incident raises the question about First Amendment rights in the workforce. Should city workers be entitled to their First Amendment rights even on the job?

3/12/2024 • 37 minutes, 22 seconds

Dr. Stanley Andrisse grew up in Ferguson, Missouri, was first arrested at 14 years old, and by his early 20s was facing twenty years to life on drug trafficking charges. Despite all odds, Andrisse’s time inside prison walls reshaped his perspective and set him on a path of self-renewal. Dr. Stanley Andrisse joined us on NightSide to share his inspiring story of overcoming adversity and his journey from prison to PhD!

3/12/2024 • 39 minutes, 10 seconds

We start this Nightside News Update with Beth Teitell, a Boston Globe Reporter with the popularity of cold tub plunges! A cold plunge tub has touched down on Boston’s Rose Kennedy Greenway.Up next, a Passion for Postcards Event Follow-up with Kathy Alpert.Then, SANDY HACKETT'S RAT PACK SHOW -Saturday, March 16, 2024 - 8pm at the North Shore Music Theatre with Sandy Hackett.And,The No. 1 food for a healthy brain that can help ward off Alzheimer’s Disease with Dr. Uma Naidoo, author of "This Is Your Brain On Food".

3/12/2024 • 39 minutes, 48 seconds

In the Nightside News Update, we had Kathy Alpert and her passion for postcards, and in this 20th hour Dan wanted to know, "What do YOU collect?"

3/9/2024 • 41 minutes, 43 seconds

The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court has upheld a bylaw in Brookline that bans tobacco sales to anyone born on or after Jan. 1, 2000. Brookline’s ban is not only an effort to curb youth tobacco, but it also effectively bans future generations from ever being able to purchase tobacco Peter Brennan, Executive Director New England Convenience Store & Energy Marketers Association, Inc. joined Dan to discuss it.

3/9/2024 • 40 minutes, 38 seconds

The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court has upheld a bylaw in Brookline that bans tobacco sales to anyone born on or after Jan. 1, 2000. Brookline’s ban is not only an effort to curb youth tobacco, but it also effectively bans future generations from ever being able to purchase tobacco Peter Brennan, Executive Director New England Convenience Store & Energy Marketers Association, Inc. joined Dan to discuss it.

3/9/2024 • 38 minutes, 33 seconds

This Nightside News Update starts with Ladder Safety Month- each year, tens of thousands are injured and hundreds die in accidents caused by improper ladder usage – both at home and at work. With Mike Van Bree.We welcome back Kathy Alpert to discuss a Passion for Postcards event.Next up, A solar eclipse is coming next month – What you need to know, with Patricia Reiff –Astronomer at Rice University.And, Maria Lenhar, co-author of "Secret Cape Cod and the Islands: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure".

3/9/2024 • 39 minutes, 10 seconds

Following President Biden’s State of the Union Address and the GOP response, Dan gave you his main takeaways. Then, Dan took callers for their reactions.

3/8/2024 • 33 minutes, 42 seconds

This Nightside News Update starts with Attorney Phil Tracy on the Teixeira Case – Dighton native pleads guilty to leaking classified Pentagon Documents.Next, Scientists say they’re closer to reviving mammoths. What could go wrong? With WaPo Reporter Dino Grandoni.Then, Odie Henderson – Boston Globe Reporter on 2024 Oscars predictions: Who will win, who should win, and who shouldn’t be here.What Harvard and the Boston community can do to mitigate antisemitism and come together to support one another. We're joined by Farhana Khorshed from The Collective, a grassroots organization of Muslim and Jewish women united in building interfaith relationships amid the Israel-Hamas War.

3/8/2024 • 37 minutes, 11 seconds

GOP presidential candidate Nikki Haley has dropped out of the race for the White House. Haley picked up just one victory on Super Tuesday, where opponent Donald Trump secured 848 new delegates. Haley said she has “no regrets” and that “it is now up to Donald Trump to earn the votes of those in our party and beyond it, who did not support it…and I hope he does that.” Is America ready for what appears to be another Biden vs. Trump cage match?

3/7/2024 • 42 minutes, 35 seconds

The IRS officially started accepting tax returns on January 29th so that means it’s tax time for U.S. citizens. CPA Mark Misselbeck of Katz, Nannis and Solomon PC joined Dan to give you tips on what to do when filing your federal and state taxes this year.

3/7/2024 • 37 minutes, 47 seconds

The IRS officially started accepting tax returns on January 29th so that means it’s tax time for U.S. citizens. CPA Mark Misselbeck of Katz, Nannis and Solomon PC joined Dan to give you tips on what to do when filing your federal and state taxes this year.

3/7/2024 • 25 minutes, 26 seconds

We start this Nightside News Update with Jen Levin, Sustainable Fisheries Partnership’s Markets Program Consultant and Consumers want to know that the seafood they are buying is fished sustainably and not killing wildlife.Paula Flemming with a BBB Scam Alert: Watch out for SAT prep scams!Then, How campaign trains have played a role in American elections, with Edward Segal - political strategist and the nation’s leading campaign train expert.And finally, Joel Patterson - Workplace Expert on Horrible Bosses: Signs you're working for a miserable manager!

3/7/2024 • 36 minutes, 10 seconds

Voters across the Commonwealth and 15 other states, went out to cast their ballots for president. What will the results show this evening? Dan discussed and took listeners' calls.

3/6/2024 • 41 minutes, 38 seconds

Voters across the Commonwealth and 15 other states, went out to cast their ballots for president. What did the results show? Massachusetts based national political pollster David Paleologos joined Dan to interpret the numbers.

3/6/2024 • 40 minutes, 42 seconds

Former mayor of Boston, Marty Walsh, was recently nominated by President Biden to serve as a governor for the U.S. Postal Service. What does this mean for Walsh, who is the executive director of the NHLPA? Marty Walsh joined Dan.

3/6/2024 • 39 minutes, 10 seconds

In this Nightside News Update, It’s prime pothole season in Massachusetts! What you need to know as a driver if you hit a pot hole. Mark Schieldrop, AAA Senior Spokesperson joined Dan to discuss. Massachusetts' Most Dangerous Intersections Named, with Dan Mazella, Traffic Reporter & new Operations Director for Total Traffic and Weather Network BostonThen, Michael Rubin – Baby Boomer Expert – From Sell My Company Now with $10 Trillion Dollar Wealth Transfer Set to Happen in 10-15 Years from Baby Boomers to Millennials-70 Mil Baby Boomers & 40% of all small businesses in US are owned by Baby BoomersAnd, It's Super Tuesday - Nikki Haley will make history as the woman who has made it furthest in a GOP Presidential primary – Women’s History Month. With Amanda Hunter, Executive Director of the Barbara Lee Family Foundation.

3/6/2024 • 39 minutes, 50 seconds

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled unanimously in favor of former president Donald Trump, allowing him to remain on the Colorado presidential primary ballot. The ruling means Trump's name will be listed on the primary and general election ballots in Colorado and is expected to resolve challenges to his candidacy pending in several states.

3/5/2024 • 40 minutes, 56 seconds

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled unanimously in favor of former president Donald Trump, allowing him to remain on the Colorado presidential primary ballot. The ruling means Trump's name will be listed on the primary and general election ballots in Colorado and is expected to resolve challenges to his candidacy pending in several states.

3/5/2024 • 40 minutes, 1 second

Super Tuesday, which is when voters in 16 states, one being Massachusetts, and one U.S. territory vote for who they want to run for president in 2024. We discussed all things Super Tuesday, including an effort by the MA “Vote No Preference” campaign, a coalition founded by local organizations to signal to President Biden that his aid to Israel would threaten his chances at re-election. Assistant Professor at UMass Law School and member of Boston Shai House, Danya Reda joined us to discuss.

3/5/2024 • 39 minutes, 56 seconds

We started this Nightside News Update with Ann Liguori, author of "LIFE ON THE GREEN: Lessons and Wisdom from Legends of Golf".The Biden-Harris administration has invested $207 million in clean energy, but what does this mean for everyday Americans and business owners? Will renewable energy create jobs? Will it boost the economy and lead to lower food prices? With Dr. Richard Lu - SolarBank Corporation CEO.Jordan Valinsky, CNN Business Reporter joined us to update and correct a story you may have seen in the news. Wendy’s will test new menus that change prices throughout the day? Wendy’s clarifies - Price surging for restaurants and what that means for consumers.Finally, Diane Gilman aka “The Jean Queen” joined Dan with her book "Too Young to Be Old: How to Stay Vibrant, Visible, and Forever in Blue Jeans: 25 Secrets from TV's Jean Queen"

3/5/2024 • 40 minutes, 16 seconds

A ver popular topic, Brushes with Celebrities are callers checking in with their celebrity enounters they've had. The good, the bad, and the ugly!

3/2/2024 • 42 minutes, 36 seconds

As a sports fan, do you aspire to travel to every state to see a sporting event? Boston Globe Sports Columnist Bob Ryan had that goal and finally completed his journey with a stop in South Dakota. Bob Ryan joined us to share his experience.

3/2/2024 • 42 minutes, 15 seconds

It appears that Boston’s rodent problem is only getting worse! According to the Boston 311 database, reports of rodent activity and rodent bites have increased over the last couple of years, spiking in 2020, the year the pandemic began. While the city has an arsenal of tools to remove rats, experts say the only way to control rats is to change our behavior as a society. Are Bostonians up for that task or will the battle against rats continue?

3/2/2024 • 40 minutes, 34 seconds

In this News update, a groundbreaking journey to become the 77th Commander and 1st female leader of USS Constitution. – Honor of Women’s History Month with Commander Billie J. Farrell.In Boston’s battle against rats, the rodents appear to be winning with Boston Globe reporter Emily Sweeney.Dr. Christopher Labos, Cardiologist based in Montreal, Canada and his book, "Does Coffee Cause Cancer?: And 8 More Myths about the Food We Eat"And, Under the Museum of Bethel Woods - representatives of the Woodstock Oral History Initiative are looking for attendees of Woodstock to share their story. With Neal V. Hitch - Museum Senior curator and Director

3/2/2024 • 41 minutes, 21 seconds

Both President Biden and Donald Trump visited the U.S.-Mexico Border in separate events. Each have spoken about the important election issue of immigration. We broke down each president’s visit and their approach to the immigration problem.

3/1/2024 • 41 minutes, 17 seconds

Both President Biden and Donald Trump visited the U.S.-Mexico Border in separate events. Each have spoken about the important election issue of immigration. We broke down each president’s visit and their approach to the immigration problem.

3/1/2024 • 41 minutes, 13 seconds

With little or no help from Washington, Massachusetts politicians (both Democrats and Republicans) are now worried about how to manage the emergency shelter program. Massachusetts tax revenues are declining while costs to house migrants is increasing rapidly. MA Sen. Peter Durant joined us.

3/1/2024 • 41 minutes, 26 seconds

In this Nightside News Roundup, we were joined first by Dr. Stanley Adrisse, Prison Inmate Turned Endocrinologist, Scientist, Professor, Activist, and Author- Story of Overcoming Adversity – Inspiring Others to Turn Their Life Around.Then, Dr. Carlo Salerno, PhD, Research & Evaluation Expert with The Burning Glass Institute joined Dan to discuss why more than half of college graduates are working in jobs that don't require degrees.Melissa Deckman, CEO of the Public Religion Research Institute joined us to discuss how the importance of religion in the lives of Americans is shrinking / Just 16% of Americans surveyed said religion is the most important thing in their lives, according to the PRRI study, down from 20% a decade ago.

3/1/2024 • 38 minutes, 12 seconds

In this hour, we had Caller's Choice, where callers pick the topic and shared their thoughts with Dan.

2/29/2024 • 43 minutes, 6 seconds

Harvard University has seen its share of turbulence these past months, from former President Claudine Gay testifying in front of Congress about antisemitism on campus to pro-Palestine rallies. Tonight, WBZ-TV Political Analyst Jon Keller joined Dan to talk about the issues Harvard’s been facing and what may lie ahead.

2/29/2024 • 39 minutes, 56 seconds

In 1997, Massachusetts deregulated its electricity market allowing consumers to choose their supplier. Boston Mayor Michelle Wu and AG Andrea Campbell now want this option banned over “misleading marketing practices and false claims of clean, green energy”. Elizabeth Mahony, Commissioner of the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources, joined Dan to discuss.

2/29/2024 • 41 minutes, 9 seconds

This News Update starts with Dr Parminder Jassal on the status of Job Seeking in the U.S.Brian Ganz plans to play every note played by Chopin.Alexa Drolette from Project Bread checks in.Mark Bracken from the MA State Lottery with a new game based on a famous movie filmed in MA.

2/29/2024 • 39 minutes, 6 seconds

The Collegiate Charter School of Lowell forfeited their girls’ basketball game following a series of injuries, some allegedly involving a transgender player on the opposing team. This decision has sparked a broader debate on how to handle transgender participation in sports.

2/28/2024 • 41 minutes, 22 seconds

The Collegiate Charter School of Lowell forfeited their girls’ basketball game following a series of injuries, some allegedly involving a transgender player on the opposing team. This decision has sparked a broader debate on how to handle transgender participation in sports.

2/28/2024 • 40 minutes, 7 seconds

A bill has been filed in Massachusetts by Sen. Sal DiDomenico that would allow suspended drivers the chance to obtain their license back through a payment plan. Suspended drivers who owe money to the RMV can pay back as little at $25 a month to have their license reinstated. Sen. DiDomenico joined Dan to discuss.

2/28/2024 • 38 minutes, 47 seconds

This hour, we start with Joshalyn Hickey-Johnson, author of "Susie Clark: The Bravest Girl You've Ever Seen", The story of Susan Clark, who at just 13 became the first Black student in the United States to integrate a public school through a court order.Next, a high number of parking and code enforcement officers being verbally and physically harassed on what appears to be a regular basis in Boston. Jim Durkin, legislative and political action director AFSCME Council 93, checks in!Then, Todd Bensman, a Security Policy Expert joined Dan to discuss "Crisis at the Border – On Dueling Visits by Biden and Trump." And Elizabeth Barnes of MDAR joined Dan to talk about National invasive awareness week and how MA Dept. Agricultural Resources is warning residents about the spotted lanternfly and box tree moth

2/28/2024 • 40 minutes, 12 seconds

This week both President Joe Biden and Donald Trump are set to visit the U.S.-Mexico Border in separate events on Thursday, highlighting the topic of immigration, which has become a defining issue of the 2024 election. These dueling visits come in the wake of the tragic murder of a Georgia nursing student who died at the hands of a man who entered the country illegally.

2/27/2024 • 42 minutes, 14 seconds

This week both President Joe Biden and Donald Trump are set to visit the U.S.-Mexico Border in separate events on Thursday, highlighting the topic of immigration, which has become a defining issue of the 2024 election. These dueling visits come in the wake of the tragic murder of a Georgia nursing student who died at the hands of a man who entered the country illegally.

2/27/2024 • 40 minutes, 17 seconds

Back in 1997, Massachusetts restructured the electric utility industry, passing a measure that allows customers the option to choose a third-party electric supplier. Now, some MA officials, including Boston Mayor Wu and AG Andrea Campbell are sounding the alarm, saying third-party electric suppliers should be banned over “misleading marketing practices and false claims of clean, green energy”. Is consumer choice about to end in MA?Abby Foster joined Dan Rea.

2/27/2024 • 41 minutes, 27 seconds

First up this hour, What is Generative Artificial Intelligence? Why and how can it be used to scam people today? With AI expert & tech innovator Jerry Kaplan.Then, Danielle Dallas Roosa of Back To Space, a space entertainment company. Also granddaughter of Apollo 14 astronaut Stuart Roosa. She joined us to discuss the first moon landing in 50 years.Next, Javier Perez, a legal expert on a study that says nearly a third of employees admit to workplace romance since returning to office.And finally, Natalie Boyle, a childcare expert on Child Care Benefits at Work: Employers are increasingly offering resources to parents with daycare needs as a way to grab employees during shortages – is this something we will see more companies doing?

2/27/2024 • 40 minutes

This hour, Dan asks the audience who will win the South Carolina Primary.

2/24/2024 • 42 minutes, 53 seconds

The conflict between Israel and Hamas did not start on Oct. 7th. It might have escalated then, but the battle between the two groups has been ongoing for decades. While the bloodshed is happening overseas, the conflict is very much being felt here in America where people are taking sides and making their viewpoint known through demonstrations and displays. Steven Rosenberg, a Boston based journalist just returned from spending over two weeks in Israel and joined us with his observations.

2/24/2024 • 37 minutes, 34 seconds

Milton residents voted against the state mandated MBTA zoning plan that was introduced to combat the state’s housing crisis by requiring communities served by the T to zone for multifamily housing. As a result of not complying with state law, the Healey Admin. is barring Milton from state grants.

2/24/2024 • 40 minutes, 50 seconds

In this hour, John Rizvi – “The Patent Professor” answers the question, "Are Donald Trump’s red soled sneakers a lawsuit in the making?"Jonathan Zaharek is up next with his book "Hiking the Adirondack 46 High Peaks".Then Axios Boston Reporter Steph Solis with Massachusetts' air quality predicted to backslide due to climate change and wildfires."Up for the Fight: How to Advocate for Yourself as You Battle Cancer―from a Five-Time Survivor." with Bill Potts.

2/24/2024 • 41 minutes, 10 seconds

The NightSide Car Guys, Larry Rubenstein and Scott Rubenstein joined us to talk all about cars. Do you have a question about your vehicle? Is your car making a noise that just doesn’t seem right? You might just hear the answer, here!

2/23/2024 • 40 minutes, 50 seconds

The NightSide Car Guys, Larry Rubenstein and Scott Rubenstein joined us to talk all about cars. Do you have a question about your vehicle? Is your car making a noise that just doesn’t seem right? You might just hear the answer, here!

2/23/2024 • 41 minutes

As we discussed last week on NightSide, increased violence and unruly behavior at Brockton High School has left teachers at their wits end. Now, four Brockton School Committee members have officially requested that the National Guard step in to help get violent incidents and drug use at the school under control. Do you think the National Guard is the right choice to get disciplinary issues under control?

2/23/2024 • 40 minutes, 2 seconds

First up for this Nightside News Update is Leon Blackman with Oddschecker on Michelle Obama’s chances at an all-time high to be the Democratic Candidate in 2024.Then, WBZ's Nichole Davis told us about a MA Diaper Changing Bill – Would require all new buildings with public access to have a changing table that any parent can access.Next, Bill Dendy - Personal Finance Expert on how car insurance rates jump 26% across the U.S. in 2024Then, The “Solo” Movement - Solo—The Single Person’s Guide to a Remarkable Life with Peter McGraw.

2/23/2024 • 38 minutes, 44 seconds

The Boston People’s Reparations Commission, an initiative formed by the New Democracy Coalition, is calling for the city of Boston to pay $15 billion in reparations to Black Bostonians for its role in slavery and generations of discrimination. Your thoughts on reparations?

2/22/2024 • 41 minutes, 3 seconds

The Boston People’s Reparations Commission, an initiative formed by the New Democracy Coalition, is calling for the city of Boston to pay $15 billion in reparations to Black Bostonians for its role in slavery and generations of discrimination. Your thoughts on reparations?

2/22/2024 • 39 minutes, 49 seconds

The Boston People’s Reparations Commission, an initiative formed by the New Democracy Coalition, is calling for the city of Boston to pay $15 billion in reparations to Black Bostonians for its role in slavery and generations of discrimination. Rev. Kevin Peterson, founder of the BPRC joined Dan to discuss the group’s proposal and recommendations for cash reparations.

2/22/2024 • 41 minutes, 12 seconds

In this hour, Pratika Katiyar, Student Member of the Student Press Law Center’s Board of Directors joined Dan Rea to talk about Student Press Freedom Day on Feb. 22, student journalists face many challenges with First Amendment rights and censorship.Next, Mark Miller, Pacific Legal Foundation Senior Attorney joined Dan to discuss Grants Pass v. Johnson: Does the Gov’t owe you a place to sleep?Then, Ashley Massey, MBA, says that experts tell us that we should blame the baby boomers for the housing shortage.And finally, Ed Reardon with a Memorial Vigil for Eileen Ferro.

2/22/2024 • 39 minutes, 32 seconds

Morgan White filled in on NightSide:Many presidents called Massachusetts home; John Adams, JFK, and Calvin Coolidge are just a few. How much do you know about them? Morgan chatted with CityView Trolley Tour Guide Jack Harte about all the presidents from Massachusetts that contributed to our nation’s history.

2/21/2024 • 44 minutes, 24 seconds

Morgan White filled in on NightSide:Many presidents called Massachusetts home; John Adams, JFK, and Calvin Coolidge are just a few. How much do you know about them? Morgan chatted with CityView Trolley Tour Guide Jack Harte about all the presidents from Massachusetts that contributed to our nation’s history.

2/21/2024 • 41 minutes, 37 seconds

Morgan White filled in on NightSide:The Massachusetts State Lottery has rolled out a new $50 scratch-off ticket which could land you a grand prize of $1 million a year for life! Only three will win the grand prize, but there are other millions up for grabs! Joining Morgan this hour with all the details is The Lottery’s Christian Teja.

2/21/2024 • 43 minutes, 36 seconds

Morgan White filled in on NightSide:What does it take to be a great reporter? Evan White, former field reporter, has worked in four different markets and knows a thing or two about covering news. He joined Morgan tonight for a behind-the-scenes chat!

2/21/2024 • 41 minutes, 58 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Put those thinking caps on and join in the fun! Morgan welcomed Mel Simons and his legendary Audio Clip Trivia Quiz for some “trivia without questions.” Test your wit by listening!

2/20/2024 • 41 minutes, 48 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Put those thinking caps on and join in the fun! Morgan welcomed Mel Simons and his legendary Audio Clip Trivia Quiz for some “trivia without questions.” Test your wit by listening!

2/20/2024 • 41 minutes, 13 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Imagine receiving a letter from The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame that states you're a nominee on this year's ballot! That’s exactly what happened to Andrew Yosinoff, Head Coach of the Women's Basketball Team at Emmanuel College. Morgan chatted with Yosinoff about his nomination and the game of basketball.

2/20/2024 • 40 minutes, 52 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Whether you’re planning a spring getaway or a summer one, you’re going to want to tune in as Morgan chatted with AAA Travel Advisor Jennifer Dick about all things travel. From great deals to current trends, hear it all, here!

2/20/2024 • 41 minutes, 5 seconds

Do you not get why some intelligent, educated people can get sucked into reality TV as a guilty pleasure? Is it in a lot of ways just less gratuitous sex? Radio personality, author and TV entertainer Cooper Lawrence joined Gary for this fun-filled discussion!

2/17/2024 • 41 minutes, 57 seconds

New York Times bestselling author Jeff Benedict spent five years inside the New England Patriots organization writing, “The Dynasty,” the story that chronicles the team's 20 years of dominance under Robert Kraft, Tom Brady, and Bill Belichick. Boston Globe Sports Columnist Chris Gasper join Gary to cover a variety of sports topics.

2/17/2024 • 20 minutes, 42 seconds

You practically cannot go anywhere nowadays without seeing Taylor Swift. She practically took over the NFL with a record-breaking increase in viewership this past season. Her Eras World Tour became the highest-grossing tour of all time. The last time an artist took over American culture was the Beatles in what became known as Beatle Mania! Rock DJ Cha Chi Loprete and Swiftie, Kiss 108 producer Rachael DeSantis joined Gary to discuss the Beatles vs. Taylor Swift.And, New York Times bestselling author Jeff Benedict spent five years inside the New England Patriots organization writing, “The Dynasty,” the story that chronicles the team's 20 years of dominance under Robert Kraft, Tom Brady, and Bill Belichick. Benedict joined Gary to cover a variety of sports topics.

2/17/2024 • 40 minutes, 55 seconds

Nearly four years after the world shut down due to the Covid-19 pandemic, mental health care providers are still seeing the effects of the shutdown on children, who were forced to leave school and isolation from their peers. Increased anxiety, depression, and greater dependence on parents are just some of the challenges. Dr. Phil Burke joined Gary to discuss.

2/17/2024 • 39 minutes, 29 seconds

t’s Oscars season and a handful of popular films released last year are up for an Academy Award. Some notable films include Barbie, Oppenheimer, The Holdovers, and more. Film critic Ty Burr spoke to Gary about his movie recommendations and what’s worth streaming right now!

2/16/2024 • 42 minutes

t’s Oscars season and a handful of popular films released last year are up for an Academy Award. Some notable films include Barbie, Oppenheimer, The Holdovers, and more.

2/16/2024 • 39 minutes, 49 seconds

With the high cost of secondary education leaving many students drowning in student loan debt when they graduate, one might ask themselves, is it worth it? Why do colleges cost so much? Does the hefty price tag associated with some of these college majors transfer over to attainable jobs in the real world? CNN Business Reporter Nicole Goodkind joined Gary to break it down.Then, Hollywood icon Lana Turner lived a lavish and exciting life in the limelight, even rivaling other actresses including Joan Crawford. Turner lived a life most dreamed about…that is until her life became violent and unpredictable after she began dating mobster Johnny Stompanato, a thug for the infamous west coast mob boss Mickey Cohen. Author Casey Sherman joined us on NightSide to discuss his book, “A Murder in Hollywood: The Untold Story of Tinseltown's Most Shocking Crime.”

2/16/2024 • 43 minutes, 40 seconds

Gary Tanguay Fills in on NightSide with Dan ReaWhy is it that as a country it appears we just don’t have any good 2024 candidates for president? It appears we’re left with two lackluster options to choose from…Joe Biden and Donald Trump. Has the U.S. Presidency lost its shine? Politico Deputy Editor Calder McHugh joined Gary to discuss.

2/16/2024 • 40 minutes, 47 seconds

One Boston City Councilor is floating the idea of implementing congestion pricing for drivers heading into the city of Boston. The goal of congestion pricing is to reduce traffic and help fund transit improvements.

2/15/2024 • 41 minutes, 39 seconds

One Boston City Councilor is floating the idea of implementing congestion pricing for drivers heading into the city of Boston. The goal of congestion pricing is to reduce traffic and help fund transit improvements.

2/15/2024 • 41 minutes, 48 seconds

One Boston City Councilor is floating the idea of implementing congestion pricing for drivers heading into the city of Boston. The goal of congestion pricing is to reduce traffic and help fund transit improvements.

2/15/2024 • 39 minutes, 43 seconds

In this hour, Robert Misseri, the co-founder of Paws of War – What they do with rescuing animals overseas and also providing vets with military and support animals.Then, Dr. Elizabeth Comen joins us with her book, "The Truth and Lies Early Medicine Taught Us About Women’s Bodies and Why It Matters Today"Next, Boston Herald reporter Gayla Cawley checks in with Boston City Council weighs congestion pricing for Hub access.And finally, Lisa Plaggemier, Executive Director at the National Cybersecurity Alliance to discuss How to avoid Valentine’s Day Scams.

2/15/2024 • 37 minutes, 25 seconds

It appears the two strongest presidential candidates for office are Joe Biden and Donald Trump. However, a recent However, a recent ABC News/Ipsos poll finds that more than half of those polled say they wish neither was running. Dan asked the question; is this the best we can do as a country?

2/14/2024 • 41 minutes, 54 seconds

It appears the two strongest presidential candidates for office are Joe Biden and Donald Trump. However, a recent ABC News/Ipsos poll finds that more than half of those polled say they wish neither was running. Dan asked the question; is this the best we can do as a country?

2/14/2024 • 40 minutes, 10 seconds

Violence and unruly behavior have become such commonplace at Brockton High School, teachers, like Cliff Canavan, wonder how much more they can take. Canavan broke his arm trying to break up a school fight, another colleague was trampled by a crowd of students rushing down the hallway to watch a fight. These are just two examples of chaotic behavior that have many teachers saying, “it’s only a matter of time before someone gets seriously hurt or God forbid, killed.” Canavan joined us to discuss the situation there are Brockton High.

2/14/2024 • 41 minutes, 36 seconds

In this Nightside News Update, we started with Tim Ranzetta, Co-founder of Next Gen Personal Finance discussed a study that shows $107,000 per-student benefit from HS Personal Finance Course in Mass.Next up, Dr. Barbara Spivak on an outbreak of the Measles and doctors urged individuals to get vaccinated.Joseph M. Hoedel, Ph.D joined us to highlight some of the 30 Black Athletes Who Changed American Culture and Continue to Inspire Others to Greatness.And finally, Technology reporter Trisha Thadani from the Washington Post reported on Tesla's first self-driving fatality.

2/14/2024 • 39 minutes, 43 seconds

Boston is bracing for a nor’easter that is projected to bring anywhere from 8 inches to a foot of snow! Boston Mayor Wu has declared a snow emergency ahead of the storm that is set to begin overnight Monday into Tuesday. The heaviest snow is expected to fall between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Tuesday. How are you preparing for the storm?

2/13/2024 • 41 minutes, 54 seconds

Boston is bracing for a nor’easter that is projected to bring anywhere from 8 inches to a foot of snow! Boston Mayor Wu has declared a snow emergency ahead of the storm that is set to begin overnight Monday into Tuesday. The heaviest snow is expected to fall between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Tuesday. How are you preparing for the storm?

2/13/2024 • 39 minutes, 50 seconds

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that in the last year 1 in 5 high school students report being bullied on school property. In addition, more than 1 in 6 students reported being cyberbullied in the last year. Kirk Smalley is the co-founder of Stand for the Silent, an organization devoted to ending school bullying. Smalley believes there is a good chance that your school is not doing enough. Smalley joined us on NightSide to discuss the ways we can put an end to school bullying.

2/13/2024 • 39 minutes

In this hour, we recapped the Super Bowl commercials with Marketing Strategist Sheila Rondeau.Then, we're joined by Dr. Carla Manly with her upcoming book "Joy of Imperfect Love: The Art of Creating Healthy, Securely Attached Relationships" with insights for building healthy relationships.Legal Expert Javier Perez checked in and discussed election anxiety. He shared advice for stress management ahead of presidential races.And Accuweather Meteorologist Bob Larson joined Dan to look ahead at the upcoming storm.

2/13/2024 • 38 minutes, 52 seconds

This weekend is Super Bowl Sunday where the San Francisco 49ers and the Kansas City Chiefs will face off to see who will be crowned the Super Bowl LVIII champions! Dan took in predictions!

2/10/2024 • 41 minutes, 52 seconds

The IRS officially started accepting tax returns on January 29th so that means it’s tax time for U.S. citizens. CPA Mark Misselbeck of Katz, Nannis and Solomon PC joined Dan to give you tips on what to do when filing your federal and state taxes this year.

2/10/2024 • 43 minutes, 27 seconds

The IRS officially started accepting tax returns on January 29th so that means it’s tax time for U.S. citizens. CPA Mark Misselbeck of Katz, Nannis and Solomon PC joined Dan to give you tips on what to do when filing your federal and state taxes this year.

2/10/2024 • 40 minutes, 57 seconds

First up in this hour, "Letters for Love" campaign is looking for Valentine's Day cards for seniors in Massachusetts with Dave Tasto, President of Assisting Hands Home Care.Next we chat with Colin Young, Deputy Editor, State House News Service about Super Bowl bettors’ 2024 regulations.Boston City Councilor Erin Murphy joins us as the Fort Point building is under consideration as next overflow shelter site.And we get the latest weekend weather forecast with Accuweather Meteorologist Brian Thompson.

2/10/2024 • 40 minutes, 20 seconds

A report from the DOJ decided to not charge President Biden for holding classified documents. President Biden took to the airwaves, having an issue with the report saying he had a bad memory. Dan discussed the day's events.

2/9/2024 • 42 minutes, 24 seconds

The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments on whether the state of Colorado can keep former President Donald Trump off their GOP primary ballot. During the oral arguments, each of the court's nine justices expressed skepticism that an individual state has the authority to deny a candidate for federal office from the ballot as an "insurrectionist." Attorney J. Christian Adams joined Dan to break down the key takeaways of the case.

2/9/2024 • 39 minutes, 59 seconds

A report from the DOJ decided to not charge President Biden for holding classified documents. President Biden took to the airwaves, having an issue with the report saying he had a bad memory. Dan discussed the day's events.

2/9/2024 • 41 minutes, 49 seconds

In this hour, Jenn Mekler talked about a tiny candy shack in Cohasset woods that operates on the honor system.Next, Ken Joslin, A Leadership Expert discussed 'Super Sick Monday': “Super Bowl flu” set to hit 16 million Americans calling out sick. Then, Caitlin Duffy, director in the Gartner HR practice, discussed why some employees are willing to quit over in-person work mandates.Last but not least, Gayla Cawley, a Boston Herald with Fort Point neighbors whom are told to brace for migrants.

2/9/2024 • 39 minutes, 56 seconds

Dan continued his conversation about the failure of the bipartisan border security bill then dove into his second topic, which was remarking on the Blizzard of 78'

2/8/2024 • 41 minutes, 9 seconds

The U.S. Senate met to begin the procedural vote on a border security bill. It appears the bill was dead on arrival as Republicans made very clear ahead of time that they would not support this bill that they believe does not do enough to secure the border. We discussed.

2/8/2024 • 36 minutes, 59 seconds

New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu joined us on NightSide for the first time following the New Hampshire primary!Then for the second half of the hour Dan introduced the topic of the failure of the bipartisan border security bill.

2/8/2024 • 41 minutes, 20 seconds

This hour we welcomed Lorie Glantz, with HELPIS & Their 4th Annual Teddy Bear Drive.Kenneth King, USDA Food Safety Specialist discussed the Food Safety Gameplan for This Super Bowl Sunday.Plus, Julia Wuerz, a WaPo writer & Clinical assistant professor of small animal clinical sciences at the University of Florida who warned us if you're not cleaning up after your dog, you may be spreading disease.

2/8/2024 • 37 minutes, 39 seconds

A federal appeals court in D.C. has ruled that former President Donald Trump cannot invoke presidential immunity as a defense against criminal charges that accuse him of attempting to overturn the 2020 presidential election and inciting a violent insurrection at the Capitol.

2/7/2024 • 39 minutes, 51 seconds

A federal appeals court in D.C. has ruled that former President Donald Trump cannot invoke presidential immunity as a defense against criminal charges that accuse him of attempting to overturn the 2020 presidential election and inciting a violent insurrection at the Capitol.

2/7/2024 • 37 minutes, 42 seconds

On NightSide, a couple of weeks ago we previously discussed how the Department of Homeland Security is concerned about dozens of off the books unregulated marijuana growing facilities that could prove a health hazard to marijuana users in Maine. This hour, we revisit this topic with an update as law enforcement officials intensify their crackdown on these illegal marijuana grow houses in Maine.

2/7/2024 • 38 minutes, 15 seconds

In this hour, we start off with Bob Bryant, Co-Founder of Mission K9 Rescue on how to adopt Retired Military Dogs.Then, Globe Reporter Emily Sweeney on Mass. RMV rejecting a host of vanity plates each year, but the reasons why aren’t always clear.WBZ Newsradio's Nichole Davis joins Dan on this anniversary of the Blizard of '78.And finally, Dr. Gavin Naylor - Director of the Florida Museum of Natural History’s shark research program on deadly shark attacks and why they're on the rise.

2/7/2024 • 38 minutes, 54 seconds

Two NYPD officers were assaulted by a large group of individuals in Times Square after trying to disperse a disorderly crowd outside of a migrant shelter. Seven suspects were arrested, four of them migrants who were released without bail and believed to have now fled the state in route to California. Dan will discuss this controversial incident that’s stirred a lot of controversy about criminal justice reform and assault on police officers.

2/6/2024 • 39 minutes, 31 seconds

Two NYPD officers were assaulted by a large group of individuals in Times Square after trying to disperse a disorderly crowd outside of a migrant shelter. Seven suspects were arrested, four of them migrants who were released without bail and believed to have now fled the state in route to California. Dan discussed this controversial incident that’s stirred a lot of controversy about criminal justice reform and assault on police officers.

2/6/2024 • 36 minutes, 59 seconds

In mid-January of this year, Massachusetts’ highest court ruled that it’s unconstitutional to use the sentencing of life without parole to punish people who committed their crimes when they are 18, 19, or 20 years old. Les Gosule, whose daughter was killed in 1999 by a felon out on parole despite 27 convictions, is strongly opposed to this new ruling. Gosule and Plymouth County DA Tim Cruz joined Dan to discuss it.

2/6/2024 • 41 minutes, 21 seconds

We began the program by bringing you four news segments with different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!First up, Actor Jonathan Tucker with the “Boston Garden” recreational dispensary.Up next, MA GOP State Committeewoman Amy Carnevale to discuss MA Politics.Then, Natasha Cash who appeared on the Wheel Of Fortune. And finally, Sheila Rondeau, a Marketing Strategist with a look ahead to the Super Bowl commercials – what you can expect - crypto and AI are out, insurance and mayo are in.

2/6/2024 • 41 minutes, 19 seconds

Dan wants to know if you'll be watching the Super Bowl this year, and why? The teams? The commercials? The halftime show? Taylor Swift?

2/3/2024 • 37 minutes, 50 seconds

The United States military has launched airstrikes on Iranian linked militia groups in Iraq and Syria in retaliation for the drone attack that killed three American soldiers. Reports say more than 125 precision munitions were used to hit over 85 targets in the two countries.

2/3/2024 • 39 minutes, 35 seconds

The United States military has launched airstrikes on Iranian linked militia groups in Iraq and Syria in retaliation for the drone attack that killed three American soldiers. Reports say more than 125 precision munitions were used to hit over 85 targets in the two countries.

2/3/2024 • 38 minutes, 54 seconds

In this hour, our four guests are:Brian Levy, Senior Care Expert with Cambridge Caregivers, Playing musical instruments or singing could be the best medicine against dementia.Demetrios Salpoglou, CEO of Boston Pads, Boston Rental Market Is Tighter And Starting Earlier This Year, Experts Say. Walker Vreeland, Audio Book Producer for Corona City, with an inntimate look at what everyday citizens endured in our nation’s first COVID-19 epicenter in the multiple award-winning book Corona City: Voices from an Epicenter.Paula Flemming of the Better Business Bureau’s Boston Division with warnings of romance scams to be aware of ahead of Valentine’s Day!

2/3/2024 • 40 minutes, 50 seconds

Thinking about going electric?The Inflation Reduction Act includes an EV charger tax credit program that is designed to include subsidies for “low income” or “non-urban” areas of the country. The Department of Energy’s interactive eligibility map shows parts of Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket are among the areas that the administration has classified as “low-income” and eligible for receipt of EV charger subsidies. Dan discussed.

2/2/2024 • 40 minutes, 45 seconds

A movement has taken root to draft United States Senator and former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney for President on a ticket with United States Senator Joe Manchin for Vice President. This move comes as growing number of Americans express interest in a third option for President; that other than Joe Biden or Donald Trump. Jennifer Franks, Chairperson for The Draft Romney/Manchin Committee joined us to discuss.

2/2/2024 • 42 minutes, 11 seconds

A movement has taken root to draft United States Senator and former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney for President on a ticket with United States Senator Joe Manchin for Vice President. This move comes as growing number of Americans express interest in a third option for President; that other than Joe Biden or Donald Trump. Jennifer Franks, Chairperson for The Draft Romney/Manchin Committee joined us to discuss.

2/2/2024 • 39 minutes, 7 seconds

This hour started with Former Boston City Council Pres. Ed Flynn as he discussed the Anti-Terrorism Grant Voted Down By Boston City Council.Then Dr. Martha Gulati discussed the importance of women’s heart Health.:Next, WBZ NewsRadio Reporter, James Rojas asked What Should Massachusetts official state gesture be?"And finally, Accuweather Meteorologist Bob Larson with the weekend's forecast.

2/2/2024 • 38 minutes, 38 seconds

The Melnea Cass Recreational Complex in Roxbury opened its doors to house migrants. The 400-bed temporary overflow shelter site will be up and running until June of this year. Protesters gathered outside the complex today, to which Gov. Healey said, “we're here today because we really don't have a choice.”

2/1/2024 • 42 minutes, 16 seconds

The Melnea Cass Recreational Complex in Roxbury opened its doors to house migrants. The 400-bed temporary overflow shelter site will be up and running until June of this year. Protesters gathered outside the complex today, to which Gov. Healey said, “we're here today because we really don't have a choice.”

2/1/2024 • 40 minutes, 23 seconds

The Melnea Cass Recreational Complex in Roxbury opened its doors to house migrants. The 400-bed temporary overflow shelter site will be up and running until June of this year. Protesters gathered outside the complex today, to which Gov. Healey said, “we're here today because we really don't have a choice.”

2/1/2024 • 38 minutes, 13 seconds

We started this hour with Globe Reporter Jason Laughlin, who reported on disturbing conditions at a Worcester nursing home.Next, Todd Boeding, A Marine Corp Veteran, talked about the Navy again lowering requirements as it struggles to meet recruitment goals.We're then joined by Kathy Alpert, a Postcart Enthusiast. We discussed her passion for postcards, and an upcoming show.Finally, Laura Beltz, Director of Policy Reform for FIRE, with a new report that finds 85% of colleges have restrictive speech codes.

2/1/2024 • 39 minutes, 39 seconds

Starting Wednesday, the Melnea A. Cass Recreational Complex in Roxbury will serve as a temporary overflow site to house migrant families. Why Roxbury? Are there no recreation centers available in affluent towns?

1/31/2024 • 41 minutes, 33 seconds

Teacher strike discussion continued.Starting Wednesday, the Melnea A. Cass Recreational Complex in Roxbury will serve as a temporary overflow site to house migrant families. Why Roxbury? Are there no recreation centers available in affluent towns?

1/31/2024 • 38 minutes, 44 seconds

Tuesday marked the 8th day that students have missed classes in Newton. A local parent has now filed a lawsuit asking a Middlesex Superior Court judge to end the weeklong teachers’ strike. We were joined by this local parent who gave their perspective on what is transpiring there in Newton. The Newton Teachers Association did not respond to our invitation to join the conversation.

1/31/2024 • 41 minutes, 26 seconds

In this hour, Dr. Julie Van Dyke Chief Scientist and cognitive/learning expert at Cascade Reading with tips parents can use to help their kids excel.Then Geoff Haines-Stiles - Director, producer, and co-writer of the TV series and MIT Prof. Alan Lightman – On-Camera Host & Co-writer of the series. The series? Searching for Meaning in the Age of Science, based on two of Alan's books.Next, AP News Reporter Robin McDowell reported on prisoners in the US are part of a hidden workforce linked to hundreds of popular food brands.And finally, Jeff Bartlett, a travel expert told us about the U.S. issues travel alert for Bahamas amid increase in crime.

1/31/2024 • 43 minutes, 23 seconds

Three U.S. soldiers were killed in a drone attack at a U.S. military base in Jordan, known as Tower 22. Since the Oct. 7th attack by Hamas, there have been at least 150 attacks targeting U.S. bases stationed in the Middle East. The White House has blamed Iranian-backed militias for the attack. How should the U.S. respond to this lethal attack on American lives?

1/30/2024 • 42 minutes, 41 seconds

Three U.S. soldiers were killed in a drone attack at a U.S. military base in Jordan, known as Tower 22. Since the Oct. 7th attack by Hamas, there have been at least 150 attacks targeting U.S. bases stationed in the Middle East. The White House has blamed Iranian-backed militias for the attack. How should the U.S. respond to this lethal attack on American lives?

1/30/2024 • 40 minutes, 57 seconds

The United States has now suspended aid to UNRWA (United Nations Relief and Works Administration for Palestinian refugees) after an Israeli intelligence report links some of its staffers to the Oct. 7th Hamas attack on Israel. Israel claims at least thirteen staff members were involved in varying capacities. Attorney Jeff Robbins, a former United States delegate to the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva joined Dan to discuss.

1/30/2024 • 42 minutes, 3 seconds

In this hour, we talked with Mary McGuire, Vice President, Public and Government Affairs at AAA Northeast about the AAA study that shows American drivers are increasingly killing roadside assistance workers in crashes. Next, MA Sen. Sal DiDomenico with a bill about MA suspended driver's licenses - being able to obtain their license again by paying back RMV fines.Then, Toni Bergquist, Matchmaker and Dating Expert warns us about "avalanching". Singles warned of dangerous new dating trend ahead of Valentine’s Day.And finally, Dr. Bruce Hermann, Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon on the topic of Medical Tourism - Over 90 Americans have died after cosmetic surgery in the Dominican Republic.

1/30/2024 • 37 minutes, 34 seconds

An always popular topic, Dan asked "What grinds your gears?"

1/27/2024 • 42 minutes, 34 seconds

According to a recent Harris Poll Surveys, only one third of Americans say that they are happy. Scientist Dr. Ski Chilton says there is a misconception out there that happiness is natural when it’s not. It’s something you need to work on. Chilton will join Dan to discuss the four things he does every day to boost happiness and how you can to!

1/27/2024 • 42 minutes, 32 seconds

Former Boston City Council President and Navy veteran Ed Flynn just returned from a trip to Israel. As many know, there has been an ongoing war between Israel and Hamas. The latest is the UN’s top court ordered Israel to do all it can to prevent death, destruction, and any acts of genocide in Gaza. They stopped short of ordering a ceasefire. Flynn talked to Dan Rea about his impressions of what’s going on in the Middle East.

1/27/2024 • 40 minutes, 6 seconds

In this hour, Dan O’Toole, the CEO of Arrive, discusses how drone delivery boxes may be the way of the future to combatting porch pirates.Then, Natalie Boyle, a childcare expert on the trend that childcare now costs more than college as parents fork over $36,000 a year – forcing parents to get second jobs – mothers to leave workforce.And, Ally Blanck, American Rescue League’s Director of Advocacy talked about an animal cruelty task force that was formed in Suffolk County.Finally, “East End” Eddie Doherty shares some stories from his book, "Laughs, Lies & American Justice"

1/27/2024 • 40 minutes, 43 seconds

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is concerned about dozens of off the books unregulated marijuana growing facilities that could prove a health hazard to marijuana users in Maine. According to an unclassified memo from DHS, the illicit growers are operated by Asian Transnational Criminal Organizations. Additionally, Maine Sen. Susan Collins has sent a letter to the DOJ and U.S. Attorney for Maine urging them to take action against the illegal growing operation.

1/26/2024 • 41 minutes, 36 seconds

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is concerned about dozens of off the books unregulated marijuana growing facilities that could prove a health hazard to marijuana users in Maine. According to an unclassified memo from DHS, the illicit growers are operated by Asian Transnational Criminal Organizations. Additionally, Maine Sen. Susan Collins has sent a letter to the DOJ and U.S. Attorney for Maine urging them to take action against the illegal growing operation. We discuss what’s unfolding in Maine with reporter Steve Robinson, from The Maine Wire.

1/26/2024 • 40 minutes, 8 seconds

As Massachusetts’ shelter system continues to be overwhelmed, overflow sites are being taxed. Dozens of migrants have been sheltering in Logan Airport’s Terminal E. According to Massport, the airport is seeing migrants arrive at the airport daily. MA Gov. Maura Healey warned back in Nov. that the state reached capacity for its shelter system. What should the federal government be doing to assist this shelter crisis?

1/26/2024 • 41 minutes, 5 seconds

In this hour, Jack Wallace, Director of Governmental Affairs for Yrefy, a Phoenix based private student loan refinance company discusses easy ways Massachusetts residents can lower their debt, the best practices for paying off big amounts like student loan debt, credit card debt, etc... Paul English on Boston Winter Walk Feb. 11th and other projects he helped start.North Attleboro Town Councilor Dan Donovan with a bill to combat wrong-way driving that has languished in the Legislature has gained new momentum following a Christmas night crash that killed three members of a Seekonk family. WBZ Traffic Reporter Dan Mazella waves bye bye to witty road signs. Fun hating Feds ban funny electronic messages on highways.

1/26/2024 • 38 minutes, 38 seconds

The Newton teachers’ strike continues as this day marked the fourth day that classes were cancelled, leaving students out of school. The Newton Teachers Association could face the stiffest fine in decades that a MA court has imposed on striking teachers if they don’t let up by Thursday. We discussed.

1/25/2024 • 41 minutes, 52 seconds

The Newton teachers’ strike continues as this day marked the fourth day that classes were cancelled, leaving students out of school. The Newton Teachers Association could face the stiffest fine in decades that a MA court has imposed on striking teachers if they don’t let up by Thursday. We discussed.

1/25/2024 • 40 minutes, 8 seconds

The Newton teachers’ strike continues as this day marked the fourth day that classes were cancelled, leaving students out of school. The Newton Teachers Association could face the stiffest fine in decades that a MA court has imposed on striking teachers if they don’t let up by Thursday.A proposed Ohio law aimed at combating absenteeism wants to introduce a pilot program to pay students to show up to school! The program would reward students who kept up a 90% attendance rate for the year by giving them $150 at the end of each quarter and $700 at the end of the year. Is paying students, who by law are required to go to school, really the correct solution for absenteeism?

1/25/2024 • 38 minutes, 45 seconds

In this hour of the Nightside News update, Dr. Samir Melki, the founder of Boston Vision talked about a new, FDA-approved eye procedure, EVO ICL, for people who want to reduce nearsightedness and get rid of their glasses or contact lenses.Nick Bellantoni and his book, "Hiking Ruins of Southern New England: A Guide to 40 Sites in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island"Neurologist Dan Cohen MD. and Chairman/CEO of Soltec Health with poor sleep and how it may sabotage a loving relationship. A third of adults report not getting the recommended amount of sleep.

1/25/2024 • 36 minutes, 37 seconds

January 23rd was the “first in the nation” New Hampshire primary, a status that NH has held for more than a century! A law was put in place in 1975 that cements that status. Despite the DNC’s efforts to change their primary calendar and prioritize South Carolina, politicians flocked to NH to see who comes out on top with the voters. WBZ NewsRadio will be brought you extensive coverage of the primary and keeping you up to date on the results as they came in.

1/24/2024 • 29 minutes, 30 seconds

January 23rd was the “first in the nation” New Hampshire primary, a status that NH has held for more than a century! A law was put in place in 1975 that cements that status. Despite the DNC’s efforts to change their primary calendar and prioritize South Carolina, politicians flocked to NH to see who comes out on top with the voters. WBZ NewsRadio will be brought you extensive coverage of the primary and keeping you up to date on the results as they came in.

1/24/2024 • 30 minutes, 17 seconds

January 23rd was the “first in the nation” New Hampshire primary, a status that NH has held for more than a century! A law was put in place in 1975 that cements that status. Despite the DNC’s efforts to change their primary calendar and prioritize South Carolina, politicians flocked to NH to see who comes out on top with the voters. WBZ NewsRadio will be brought you extensive coverage of the primary and keeping you up to date on the results as they came in.

1/24/2024 • 29 minutes, 40 seconds

January 23rd was the “first in the nation” New Hampshire primary, a status that NH has held for more than a century! A law was put in place in 1975 that cements that status. Despite the DNC’s efforts to change their primary calendar and prioritize South Carolina, politicians flocked to NH to see who comes out on top with the voters. WBZ NewsRadio will be brought you extensive coverage of the primary and keeping you up to date on the results as they came in.

1/24/2024 • 33 minutes, 50 seconds

Tuesday, January 23rd is the New Hampshire primary where Democratic and Republican presidential candidates will battle it out to see who wins favor with the NH voters. Ron DeSantis has dropped out of the race and officially endorsed former president Donald Trump. President Joe Biden is not even on the Democratic primary ballot! Voters will have to write him in if they want to cast a ballot for the president.

1/23/2024 • 42 minutes, 52 seconds

The teachers and educators part of Newton Public Schools have been on strike since last Friday. The union is fighting to increase pay and hire more support staff as well as social workers. It’s illegal for public school administrators to strike but that hasn’t stopped the union from pushing for better pay, “humane paid family leave for all educators” and more.

1/23/2024 • 41 minutes, 52 seconds

The teachers and educators part of Newton Public Schools have been on strike since last Friday. The union is fighting to increase pay and hire more support staff as well as social workers. It’s illegal for public school administrators to strike but that hasn’t stopped the union from pushing for better pay, “humane paid family leave for all educators” and more.

1/23/2024 • 40 minutes, 45 seconds

In this hour, Shannon Osaka, WaPo Reporter, tells us about truckers and their relationship with electronic trucks. Next, Dr. Ski Chilton with his book, "There is Another Way to Happiness: The Four Step CAST Process that Will Transform Your Life"Then Mike Thompson, an education expert joins us with why Americans have lost faith in the value of college.And finally, Chris Schneider, the Director of Communications for Alzheimer's Foundation of America, joins us to discuss protecting individuals with dementia from wandering during the winter.

1/23/2024 • 38 minutes, 18 seconds

It’s a heavy politics driven night and for Dan’s last hour of radio this week, he heard your predictions for who will dominate New Hampshire’s primary!

1/20/2024 • 42 minutes, 7 seconds

Why is the New Hampshire primary important and how will its results impact the 2024 presidential race? Dan gets into the politics behind the NH primary, what’s at stake, and what to pay attention to when Tuesday’s primary day rolls around.

1/20/2024 • 40 minutes, 20 seconds

Two challenges have been filed in MA to keep former President Donald Trump off the Massachusetts’ Republican primary ballot. Dan looks at the challenges and has a strong opinion about it.

1/20/2024 • 40 minutes, 41 seconds

First up is the upcoming New Hampshire Primary with NH Gov. Chris Sununu.Oliver Barker, Director of the Cape Ann Museum told us about “Gloucester’s So Salty”, the third Annual Festival that brings together cultural institutions and businesses to provide free activities to community.Joe Connolly – Director of KIA (a group of Vets who come together to honor hometown heroes) and how the group helped return a WWII letter found on the street to rightful family.And, Professor Peter Ubertaccio, Vice President for Academic Affairs at Stonehill College with the current state of politics.

1/20/2024 • 39 minutes, 53 seconds

Pastor Chris Avell of the church, “Dad’s Place” in Bryan, Ohio has received numerous criminal charges for housing homeless residents, who have nowhere else to go, at his church. As of New Years Eve, law enforcement served Avell 18 criminal charges for zoning violations in front of his congregation.

1/19/2024 • 41 minutes, 32 seconds

Pastor Chris Avell of the church, “Dad’s Place” in Bryan, Ohio has received numerous criminal charges for housing homeless residents, who have nowhere else to go, at his church. As of New Years Eve, law enforcement served Avell 18 criminal charges for zoning violations in front of his congregation. Should the pastor be criminally charged for doing what he religiously believes “we're called to do”?Attorney Jeremy Dys joined Dan in this hour to discuss the case.

1/19/2024 • 39 minutes, 11 seconds

With a year under her belt as governor, Maura Healey delivered her first State of the Commonwealth speech. Healey boasted that her administration met every one of their first-year goals saying, “Massachusetts is more affordable, more competitive, and more equitable than it was a year ago.” Following Healey’s speech MA Sen. Peter Durant gave the Republican response. He joined Dan Rea to discuss it.

1/19/2024 • 37 minutes, 49 seconds

First up, Kirk Smalley, co-founder of Stand for the Silent on how schools can get more serious about bullying.Then, Brad Greer, CEO of first-aid company DrySee with tips on road safety and what emergency supplies people should have in their vehicles during storms.Next, Hunter Chaney, Director of Marketing and Communications for the Collings Foundation / American Heritage Museum to talk about American Heritage Museum who will unveil an original WWII railcar from the Deutsche Reichsbahn.And finally, Cyber Security Expert John Bromfield on AI generated disinformation, phishing attacks top concerns for 2024 election.

1/19/2024 • 36 minutes, 43 seconds

The NH primary is almost upon us with less than a week to go! The NH GOP primary appears to be a two-person race between former President Trump and presidential candidate Nikki Haley. A new Globe/Suffolk/NBC-10 poll shows Trump leading Haley by 16 points.

1/18/2024 • 41 minutes, 31 seconds

The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court ruled that if you are under 21 and commit a crime, you cannot be sentenced to life without parole. The highest court raised the age from 18 to 21. The idea behind the ruling is that a person's brain is not fully developed by then, and they may act more impulsively than someone older. State Rep. Attorney Jeffrey Turco joined Dan to discuss.

1/18/2024 • 38 minutes, 4 seconds

On Friday, January 12th, longtime WBZ broadcaster Jordan Rich filled in for Dan Rea on NightSide. Unfortunately, it was his last time hosting NightSide due to a recent health diagnosis that forced him to change his lifestyle habits. Dan Rea would like to take the opportunity to remark on his friend Jordan’s time hosting NightSide and bringing quality entertainment to the masses!

1/18/2024 • 41 minutes, 34 seconds

In this hour, Peter H. Smyth, President of the 100 Club of MA, joined us to discuss supporting the families of our fallen heroes.We then had Better Business Bureau's Paula Fleming on avoiding common scams. Chris White, CEO of Road to Responsibility, an organization that makes lives better for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities checked in with Dan.And finally, author Stephen Zubricki and his book “My North End Journey” on growing up in the North End.

1/18/2024 • 37 minutes, 59 seconds

Morgan White Jr. fills in for Dan and opens the lines and shares the mic with longtime broadcaster Alan Tolz.

1/17/2024 • 41 minutes, 27 seconds

Morgan White filled in on NightSide:Ken Meyer is one of Boston's most respected broadcasters and the first sightless radio personality in Boston. He’s met and interviewed hundreds of celebrities. He joined Morgan to talk about some of television’s classic programming.

1/17/2024 • 41 minutes, 56 seconds

Morgan White filled in on NightSide:Ken Meyer is one of Boston's most respected broadcasters and the first sightless radio personality in Boston. He’s met and interviewed hundreds of celebrities. He joined Morgan to talk about some of television’s classic programming.

1/17/2024 • 42 minutes, 18 seconds

Morgan opens the lines and shares the mic with longtime broadcaster Alan Tolz.

1/17/2024 • 40 minutes, 27 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:From Perry Mason, to Maverick, to The Rockford Files, journalist and radio host Ed Robertson has the stories behind, the history of, and the facts about the starring actors of these TV classics. Morgan chatted with Robertson and relived some of these show’s greatest moments.

1/16/2024 • 41 minutes, 45 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:From Perry Mason, to Maverick, to The Rockford Files, journalist and radio host Ed Robertson has the stories behind, the history of, and the facts about the starring actors of these TV classics. Morgan chatted with Robertson and relived some of these show’s greatest moments.

1/16/2024 • 41 minutes, 2 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:With clients all over the globe, award-winning psychic medium, animal communicator, and best-selling author Mari Cartagenova delivers heartfelt messages from both passed loved ones and living or past animals. She has trained with the top mediums from all over the world and joined Morgan to chat with the listeners!

1/16/2024 • 42 minutes, 13 seconds

Morgan White filled in on NightSide:Voice Over Artist DB Cooper’s career spans 35 years and her resume also includes commercials and promos for WBZ Radio. Currently known as The Voice of BMW iVision Dee, Cooper joined Morgan to talk about her work, life, and how she keeps those pipes in shape!

1/16/2024 • 41 minutes, 14 seconds

Jordan used this hour as an opportunity to thank you, the listening audience, for supporting him all these years on the radio! Listeners also called in and shared their personal stories.

1/13/2024 • 41 minutes, 46 seconds

Jordan welcomes a variety of guests to the program to not only discuss his recent diagnosis but to raise awareness and hope for others with the same condition. The guest this hour is Brett Miller, owner, and head trainer at 110 Fitness in Rockland.

1/13/2024 • 41 minutes, 52 seconds

Jordan welcomes a variety of guests to the program to not only discuss his recent diagnosis but to raise awareness and hope for others with the same condition. The guest this hour is Cathi Thomas, RN Assistant Clinical Professor of Neurology and Program Director of the Parkinson Disease and Movement Disorder’s Center at the BU Medical Campus

1/13/2024 • 41 minutes, 29 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in for Dan Rea one last time. Recent developments have forced Jordan to change up his lifestyle to concentrate primarily on wellness and self-care. Jordan shared his story and recent diagnosis with the listening audience.

1/13/2024 • 38 minutes, 43 seconds

Morgan White Jr. fills in for Dan.From the Charlestown Navy Yard to the Bunker Hill Monument, Boston’s history is filled with change, conflict, exploitation, all in the pursuit of freedom. Tonight, you can learn all about the history of The City on a Hill as Morgan welcomes the Operations Manager for CityView Trolley Tours Jack Harte.

1/12/2024 • 41 minutes, 13 seconds

Morgan White Jr. fills in for Dan.From the Charlestown Navy Yard to the Bunker Hill Monument, Boston’s history is filled with change, conflict, exploitation, all in the pursuit of freedom. Tonight, you can learn all about the history of The City on a Hill as Morgan welcomes the Operations Manager for CityView Trolley Tours Jack Harte.

1/12/2024 • 39 minutes, 27 seconds

Morgan White Jr. fills in for Dan.On January 8th, Elvis Presley would have celebrated his 89th birthday! Although we lost him in 1977, he lives on through many impersonators and tribute artists. Morgan chats with “Big Elvis,” a Las Vegas-based tribute artist who was named to Time Magazine’s List of Top 10 Elvis Impersonators for his “dead-on renditions of Elvis’ most popular songs”.

1/12/2024 • 40 minutes, 4 seconds

Morgan White Jr. fills in for Dan.The early 60s was a terrifying time for women in the Boston area. A serial killer was on the loose. Joanne Desmond, Boston's first female news anchor and former WBZ-TV employee, reported on the “Boston Strangler” murders and was also a recipient of harassing letters from Albert DeSalvo, the accused “Boston Strangler.” Tonight, Desmond shares her story with Morgan.

1/12/2024 • 38 minutes, 56 seconds

Officials in Maine and Colorado have already barred former President Donald Trump’s name from primary election ballots due to his involvement on Jan. 6th. Now, similar efforts are underway in Illinois and Massachusetts. Should Trump’s name be removed from primary election ballots? Why or why not?

1/11/2024 • 38 minutes, 30 seconds

A group of New Hampshire lawmakers have introduced a bill that aims to make it illegal for undocumented migrants with a valid license from another state, such as Massachusetts, to drive on NH roadways. If approved, drivers would be punished with a Class B misdemeanor, which carries a fine or probation. What are your thoughts on this NH proposal?

1/11/2024 • 40 minutes, 44 seconds

Officials in Maine and Colorado have already barred former President Donald Trump’s name from primary election ballots due to his involvement on Jan. 6th. Now, similar efforts are underway in Illinois and Massachusetts. Should Trump’s name be removed from primary election ballots? Why or why not?

1/11/2024 • 42 minutes, 20 seconds

Tonight, we start with Jeff Herman, Editor-in-Chief of LawnStarter and sister brand, Try Home Gnome to look at the shocking study that lists 2024s most lead paint vulnerable cities and Somerville, MA being the 8th most.Then Dr. Tirrell De Gannes from the Thriving Center of Psychology looks at the equally shocking study that says 93% of Gen Zers and Millennials are focusing on mental health in 2024, with 3 in 4 seeking therapy for anxiety or depression.Up next, Duston Whitney and his book "Demographic Deception-Exposing the Overpopulation Myth and Building a Resilient Future" And finally, Nancy Schultz, Chair of the Swampscott Historical Commission who advocates to Save historic General Glover farmhouse from demolition.

1/11/2024 • 35 minutes, 44 seconds

The USA Junior National Hockey Team celebrated their win against Sweden by enthusiastically singing the National Anthem.

1/10/2024 • 41 minutes, 36 seconds

We’ve seen the emergence of electric vehicles on the roadways over the last decade and their popularity has only grown, mainly for being eco-friendly. When will the mainstream public be ready to change from fossil fuel automobiles to electric vehicles? When will gas-powered vehicles be phased out? Our guest this hour: Mike Giaimo, New England Head of the Petroleum Institute.

1/10/2024 • 41 minutes, 22 seconds

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey announced that due to a lower-than-expected tax revenue collection of about $1 billion less in 2024, her administration is cutting $375 million in spending for the state. Healey said the cuts won’t impact school funding or local aid, nor are state officials planning to lay off any government employees. What will the cuts affect?

1/10/2024 • 39 minutes, 49 seconds

This hour- Danielle Dallas Roosa, Founder of Back to Space discussed the first U.S. moon landing in 50 years.Dr. Paul Offit on the recent measles outbreak in Philadelphia.Then, Matt Lundquist explained why so many New Year’s Resolutions fail. And finally, Axios Boston Reporter Steph Solis discussed antisemitic hate crimes hitting a record high in Boston.

1/10/2024 • 38 minutes, 55 seconds

After a tough 4-13 football season for the New England Patriots, one must wonder if Sunday was coach Bill Belichick’s last game. Is a change in leadership inevitable? Will Belichick decide to retire? What does the future hold for Belichick and what would you like to see happen for your New England Patriots?

1/9/2024 • 42 minutes, 24 seconds

After a tough 4-13 football season for the New England Patriots, one must wonder if Sunday was coach Bill Belichick’s last game. Is a change in leadership inevitable? Will Belichick decide to retire? What does the future hold for Belichick and what would you like to see happen for your New England Patriots?

1/9/2024 • 38 minutes, 58 seconds

New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu recently endorsed Republican candidate for president, Nikki Haley. Gov. Sununu will join Dan this evening to discuss a variety of topics including why he’s endorsed Haley.

1/9/2024 • 38 minutes, 12 seconds

Accuweather Meteorologist Bob Larson with this past weekend’s storm and upcoming rainstorm on Wednesday.Kevin Stewart - Director of Environmental Health, Advocacy and Public Policy for American Lung Association alerted us of high levels of cancer causing radon gas, which was detected in 21.8% of Massachusetts homes.Then, What is swatting and is it on the rise? With criminologist Dr. Alex del Carmen.And finally, David T. Goethel discussed his book, Endangered Species - Chronicles of a New England Fisherman

1/9/2024 • 41 minutes, 32 seconds

For NightSide’s last hour of the week, Dan likes to keep it light and fun. This week, Dan asks "what is your wish for 2024?"

1/6/2024 • 41 minutes, 37 seconds

We are just upon the third anniversary of the January 6th uprising on Capitol Hill. According to a recent Newsweek poll, a majority of Americans believe another January 6th uprising could happen again. How likely do you think it is that another uprising will occur after this year’s election?

1/6/2024 • 41 minutes, 12 seconds

An incoming storm is shaping up to be Boston’s first big snowstorm of the season and the first major snowmaker in two years! Meteorologists say the storm is expected to hit Saturday evening into Sunday. AccuWeather says to expect 4-8 inches of snow for Boston and nearby suburbs. Whereas parts of NH and Maine are expected to receive upwards as much as 8-12 inches! How are you preparing for the first big snowstorm?

1/6/2024 • 40 minutes, 3 seconds

We begin the program by bringing you four news segments with different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!Tonight, New York City announces lawsuit against bus companies sending migrants to city, seeks $708 million with Dunham Biles- Legal Expert.Next, Matt Malone - Cyber Security Expert discusses Hospital medical devices vulnerable to future cyberattacks. Then, “It Can Happen To You” Book- 9 Step Method to Reduce Debt with Dr. Eric Farno.And finally, Accuweather Meteorologist Bob Larson joins us to look ahead to the weekend snowstorm.

1/6/2024 • 38 minutes, 45 seconds

A new report released by Boston Public Schools reveals the school system might be undergoing a major change in the coming years where they close half of the district’s 119 schools. BPS has faced many challenges in the last decade including a 13% decline in enrollment. Dan shared his perspective on BPS’ failures and heard your take on what should be implemented in the country’s oldest public school district.

1/5/2024 • 42 minutes, 7 seconds

As of December 28, 2023, the amount of money spent on Massachusetts’ emergency housing assistance program for the year 2024 is $247 million. According to the first shelter report that was released a couple of weeks ago, the state plans to more than triple their spending on their shelter program in 2025 with a projection of $915 million in spending.

1/5/2024 • 40 minutes, 17 seconds

Boston City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson had to retake her oath of office, and joined Dan Rea to explain.

1/5/2024 • 40 minutes, 48 seconds

We began the program by bringing you four news segments with different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!In this hour, Boston Herald reporter Chris Van Buskirk discussed the MA emergency shelter spending for the fiscal year 2024.Then Dan Shaughnessy predicted what the future holds for Patriots coach Bill Belichick.Allyson Pinkhover, Director of substance use services at the Brockton Neighborhood Health Center discussed the MA lawmakers bill to legalize lifesaving fentanyl test strips.And finally WaPo reporter Anahad O'Connor identified 9 red flags to identify food that is ultra-processed.

1/5/2024 • 39 minutes, 14 seconds

Roughly 60 Republican congressional members took a field trip to Eagle Pass, Texas where they visited the Mexican border. The Republicans are pushing for stricter immigration policies in exchange for approval of President Biden’s wartime funding request for Ukraine. In addition, a GOP led House committee is advancing efforts to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas over his managing of the U.S.-Mexico border.

1/4/2024 • 37 minutes, 3 seconds

More reaction to Harvard’s President Claudine Gay stepping down.

1/4/2024 • 41 minutes, 37 seconds

United Van Lines has released their 47th Annual National Movers Study that reveals which states Americans are flocking to and from. Massachusetts makes the list for top outbound states in 2023, coming in at number 7. Why do you think more people are leaving MA than entering?

1/4/2024 • 41 minutes, 38 seconds

We began the program by bringing you four news segments with different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! In this hour:United Van Lines Annual National Movers Study finds MA on list of outmigration states with Michael Stoll, economist and professor at UCLA and partner to UVL for the study.Abby Drexler – Digital PR Manager with the MarketWatch Guides Team on Winter Driving.Kelly Isenor – Red Cross to discuss the blood donation shortage after the holidays.And Weekend Guinea Pig Adopt-a-Thon Event – ARL, MSPCA, and others team up for weekend event with VP of Animal Welfare and Veterinary Services, Dr. Erin Doyle

1/4/2024 • 36 minutes, 58 seconds

After much scrutiny over her statements regarding the Israel-Hamas war, handling of anti-Semitism on Harvard’s campus, and legalistic answers during a congressional hearing on campus anti-Semitism, Harvard’s President Claudine Gay has stepped down. Gay made the announcement via message today to the Harvard community.

1/3/2024 • 40 minutes, 43 seconds

A new Suffolk University/USA Today Poll finds that President Joe Biden is trailing behind former President Donald Trump among Hispanic voters and young people. In addition, one in 5 Black voters now say they'll support a third-party candidate in November. What does that mean for the President? Can he turn it around by November? Suffolk University Pollster David Paleologos joined Dan to discuss.

1/3/2024 • 42 minutes, 8 seconds

After much scrutiny over her statements regarding the Israel-Hamas war, handling of anti-Semitism on Harvard’s campus, and legalistic answers during a congressional hearing on campus anti-Semitism, Harvard’s President Claudine Gay has stepped down. Gay made the announcement via message today to the Harvard community. Attorney Harvey Silverglate joined Dan to discuss Gay’s departure.

1/3/2024 • 40 minutes, 39 seconds

We begin the program by bringing you four news segments with different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! In this hour, CDC warns that the worst of the respiratory illness season is yet to come with Dr. Jill Waggoner.Oil prices jump on disruption fears after latest Red Sea attack with R.T. Trevino, an Oil and Gas Expert with Pecos County.Dr. Wendy Troxel answers the question, "Is a “sleep divorce” good for your relationship?"And Accuweather Senior Meteorologist Bob Larson and his predictions for upcoming potential Nor’easter this weekend.

1/3/2024 • 38 minutes, 25 seconds

Who will be our next president!? Dan wants your thoughts on our next POTUS! Who will go through the White House door in 2024

1/2/2024 • 42 minutes, 13 seconds

Maine has become the second state to bar former president Donald Trump from the presidential primary ballot. Political strategists have expressed their concerns over this decision, outlining how this only strengthens Trump's campaign.

1/2/2024 • 41 minutes, 34 seconds

Beyond the fireworks, champagne, and confetti, the New Year ushers in feelings of joy for a fresh start. No matter what the year prior has brought, there’s always room for improvement. Dan wants to know what your New Year’s Resolutions are for 2024!

1/2/2024 • 39 minutes, 17 seconds

Happy New Year! Dan kicks off the show with four experts who will offer guidance on how to keep those New Year’s Resolutions.In this hour, Julie Norem, Olivia Thomas, Ryan Davis and Kathryn Coduto.

1/2/2024 • 41 minutes, 10 seconds

Award-winning journalist and broadcaster Jimmy Myers joins Morgan tonight to talk about how our Boston sports teams performed this year and what might be in store for 2024.

12/30/2023 • 41 minutes, 30 seconds

Award-winning journalist and broadcaster Jimmy Myers joins Morgan tonight to talk about how our Boston sports teams performed this year and what might be in store for 2024.

12/30/2023 • 40 minutes, 24 seconds

Morgan welcomes Gary Sohmers, the “King of Pop Culture” and appraiser of toys, collectibles, and memorabilia, to the program! You may have seen him on the television program Antiques Roadshow. Gather those antiques and find out how much they’re really worth!

12/30/2023 • 42 minutes, 45 seconds

Morgan welcomes Gary Sohmers, the “King of Pop Culture” and appraiser of toys, collectibles, and memorabilia, to the program! You may have seen him on the television program Antiques Roadshow. Gather those antiques and find out how much they’re really worth!

12/30/2023 • 38 minutes, 52 seconds

Broadcast historian Andrew Fielding joins Morgan tonight to talk about his book, The Lucky Strike Papers, which highlights the career of his mother, Sue Bennett, a pioneering performer in the Golden Age of Television. Join the conversation about classic television shows, the actors, and how television has changed throughout the years!

12/29/2023 • 41 minutes, 29 seconds

Broadcast historian Andrew Fielding joins Morgan tonight to talk about his book, The Lucky Strike Papers, which highlights the career of his mother, Sue Bennett, a pioneering performer in the Golden Age of Television. Join the conversation about classic television shows, the actors, and how television has changed throughout the years!

12/29/2023 • 41 minutes, 5 seconds

Known for Witness for the Prosecution, Funny Face, and Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Ruta Lee's acting career spans several decades. Born in Canada and the only child of Lithuanian immigrants is just a small part of her life story. Join Morgan and Lee as she talks about her acting career, awards, and Lithuanian background!

12/29/2023 • 40 minutes, 48 seconds

We seem to be getting more rain than snow this December! When will we actually see some of the white stuff? Tonight, Morgan chats with WBZ-TV 4 meteorologist Jacob Wycoff about current weather patterns, predictions for 2024, and how this winter has been quite mild in temperature.

12/29/2023 • 41 minutes

Morgan welcomes Mel Simons and his famed Audio Clip Trivia Quiz! Simons tests your musical knowledge and beyond.

12/28/2023 • 42 minutes, 50 seconds

Morgan welcomes Mel Simons and his famed Audio Clip Trivia Quiz! Simons tests your musical knowledge and beyond.

12/28/2023 • 40 minutes, 3 seconds

Hidden beyond our normal senses lies information we could never access without the help of a psychic. These spiritual guides have been around for centuries, and their gift allows us to gain clarity in our everyday lives. Join Morgan and Douglas the Psychic tonight!

12/28/2023 • 42 minutes, 17 seconds

Hidden beyond our normal senses lies information we could never access without the help of a psychic. These spiritual guides have been around for centuries, and their gift allows us to gain clarity in our everyday lives. Join Morgan and Douglas the Psychic tonight!

12/28/2023 • 39 minutes, 31 seconds

Long time Boston broadcaster, world traveler, podcast guru, musician, and YouTuber Bradley Jay has been entertaining audiences for 30 years and doesn’t plan on quitting anytime soon! Tonight, Jay joins Morgan to share some stories, some laughs, and to answer any questions you may have about music, travel, being a talk host, and more! Join the BradCast!

12/27/2023 • 42 minutes, 46 seconds

Long time Boston broadcaster, world traveler, podcast guru, musician, and YouTuber Bradley Jay has been entertaining audiences for 30 years and doesn’t plan on quitting anytime soon! Tonight, Jay joins Morgan to share some stories, some laughs, and to answer any questions you may have about music, travel, being a talk host, and more! Join the BradCast!

12/27/2023 • 42 minutes, 3 seconds

From 1961 to 1966, every household was filled with laughs from the humor of Rob and Laura Petrie. The Dick Van Dyke Show became a classic and joining Morgan tonight to chat about it is David Van Deusen, editor and publisher of The Walnut Times for fans of The Dick Van Dyke Show.

12/27/2023 • 40 minutes, 47 seconds

Who knows movies better than Emmy Award-winning Arts and Entertainment Critic Joyce Kulhawik!? Tonight, Morgan welcomes this movie maven to chat about all those great holiday flicks, both past and present, that you can’t miss!

12/27/2023 • 40 minutes, 27 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Continued conversation with Boston radio personality Stu Fink about all the celebrities born on or around Christmas!

12/26/2023 • 42 minutes

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:So if you’re born on Christmas day, do you get double the presents? We’ll have to ask some of the celebrities out there who are born around Christmas! Morgan talked with Boston radio personality Stu Fink about all the celebrities born on or around Christmas.

12/26/2023 • 41 minutes, 32 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Continued conversation about all those classic Christmas specials we used to wait all year for! Morgan White and his special guest, Media Historian Donna Halper, talked about those holiday favorites of yesteryear.

12/26/2023 • 42 minutes, 12 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:From The Andy Williams Christmas Special to Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus…it’s time to remember all those classic Christmas specials we used to wait all year for! Reminisce with Morgan White and his special guest, Media Historian Donna Halper, and name some of those holiday favorites you could only watch once a year!

12/26/2023 • 42 minutes, 4 seconds

Once again, as we have since December of 2013, we’ll spend the last two hours of my broadcast year profiling many great charities. Some well-known, others less so well-known! But all do wonderful work for many different causes. Perhaps you will learn of a charity for which you might volunteer or one, which you might support financially. These two hours will send all of us off to this Christmas Weekend and Day feeling better about ourselves and people in our community, who are giving back and helping others! In this hour:Big Brother/Big Sister - https://emassbigs.org/The Mama Bear Effect - https://themamabeareffect.org/Project Bread - https://projectbread.org/Stewart Family Ministry - https://www.youtube.com/@ourphilippinesministry7427/videosMinis with a Mission - https://www.miniswithamission.comHope Floats - https://www.hopefloatswellness.org/One Wish Project - https://www.onewishproject.us/English for New Bostonians - https://www.englishfornewbostonians.org/Bill Selvitelle (Helping the Homeless.) 339-214-8821

12/23/2023 • 42 minutes, 17 seconds

Once again, as we have since December of 2013, we’ll spend the last two hours of my broadcast year profiling many great charities. Some well-known, others less so well-known! But all do wonderful work for many different causes. Perhaps you will learn of a charity for which you might volunteer or one, which you might support financially. These two hours will send all of us off to this Christmas Weekend and Day feeling better about ourselves and people in our community, who are giving back and helping others! In this hour:The Shadow Fund - https://shadowfundne.org/Mark Fidrych Foundation - http://www.markfidrychfoundation.org/Zoo New England - https://zoonewengland.org/Handi-Capable Fitness - https://www.handicapablefitness.com/Food For Free - https://foodforfree.org/House of Possibilities - https://www.houseofpossibilities.org/Civil Defense - Contact - P.O. Box 400 Mayo, Maryland 21106Melanoma Education Foundation - http://skincheck.org/The Outreach Program - https://www.endhungerne.org/

12/23/2023 • 40 minutes, 42 seconds

Dan Rea's last evening together until January 1, 2024! Let’s have some fun and spread some cheer! In the first couple of hours tonight, listeners shared with the NightSide audience and Dan their best and worst memories of the year that is about to pass! Dan is off next week! Morgan White will host every evening next week! Thanks, Morgan!

12/23/2023 • 41 minutes, 47 seconds

Dan Rea's last evening together until January 1, 2024! Let’s have some fun and spread some cheer! In the first couple of hours tonight, listeners shared with the NightSide audience and Dan their best and worst memories of the year that is about to pass! Dan is off next week! Morgan White will host every evening next week! Thanks, Morgan!

12/23/2023 • 39 minutes, 32 seconds

The number of migrants heading toward Massachusetts is growing every week. Shelters are over-crowded and officials are looking for larger spaces to accommodate those without shelter. All of that will come at a great cost! Where will the Commonwealth find the funds to meet this need as more migrants head north in search of a better life?

12/22/2023 • 41 minutes, 33 seconds

The number of migrants heading toward Massachusetts is growing every week. Shelters are over-crowded and officials are looking for larger spaces to accommodate those without shelter. All of that will come at a great cost! Where will the Commonwealth find the funds to meet this need as more migrants head north in search of a better life?

12/22/2023 • 15 minutes, 32 seconds

As the economy rebounds, more and more of us will find ourselves heading to entertainment venues. Tonight at 10PM, we welcome Bill Hanney of the North Shore Music Theatre. Bill will answer your questions about what goes on behind the scenes before the curtains goes up! The performances you attend are planned months in advance.

12/22/2023 • 23 minutes, 20 seconds

The number of migrants heading toward Massachusetts is growing every week. Shelters are over-crowded and officials are looking for larger spaces to accommodate those without shelter. All of that will come at a great cost! Where will the Commonwealth find the funds to meet this need as more migrants head north in search of a better life?

12/22/2023 • 40 minutes, 18 seconds

Congressman Lynch will comment on aid to Ukraine and Israel as well as a possible compromise with Republicans on issues regarding the Southern Border. A contentious year in Washington, D.C. has seen fissures within both parties and a wide divide between and among those representing all of us in Congress.

12/22/2023 • 39 minutes, 17 seconds

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu apologized to two men falsely accused in 1989 of murder in the Charles Stuart case. Charles Stuart's pregnant wife Carol was murdered and Charles was injured in the attack. He identified a black man as the killer, but it was later discovered he was responsible. Here is the fourth hour of the discussion.

12/21/2023 • 41 minutes, 11 seconds

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu apologized to two men falsely accused in 1989 of murder in the Charles Stuart case. Charles Stuart's pregnant wife Carol was murdered and Charles was injured in the attack. He identified a black man as the killer, but it was later discovered he was responsible. The discussion continues.

12/21/2023 • 41 minutes, 56 seconds

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu apologized to two men falsely accused in 1989 of murder in the Charles Stuart case. Charles Stuart's pregnant wife Carol was murdered and Charles was injured in the attack. He identified a black man as the killer, but it was later discovered he was responsible. The discussion continues.

12/21/2023 • 39 minutes, 46 seconds

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu apologized to two men falsely accused in 1989 of murder in the Charles Stuart case. Charles Stuart's pregnant wife Carol was murdered and Charles was injured in the attack. He identified a black man as the killer, but it was later discovered he was responsible.

12/21/2023 • 38 minutes, 31 seconds

The Colorado Supreme Court removes former President Trump from the primary ballot. Dan Rea's callers check in with their reactions. The discussion continues.

12/20/2023 • 41 minutes, 48 seconds

Southwest Airlines has an old policy to accommodate “plus-sized” passengers. The policy has just recently ignited a storm of comments on social media.Then, a prestigious national law firm has decided to no longer recruit at Harvard Law School. This latest aftershock, following the awkward recent testimony in front of a Congressional Committee by Harvard President Claudine Gay, impacts law school graduates irrespective of their beliefs on the War between Israel and Hamas. Should Harvard law students be penalized in their career options because of President Gay’s inept comments in Washington?

12/20/2023 • 41 minutes, 12 seconds

We revisit a Vermont case in which a man was arrested for “disorderly conduct” by a Vermont State Trooper. The criminal charges were dismissed but now Gregory Bombard is suing the state and the trooper for civil damages alleging that his First Amendment rights were violated. Mr. Bombard’s lawyer will join us to discuss the merits of the case and the potential implications for law enforcement officers.

12/20/2023 • 41 minutes, 55 seconds

Just in - The Colorado Supreme Court removes former President Trump from the primary ballot. Dan Rea's callers check in with their reactions.

12/20/2023 • 39 minutes, 35 seconds

Today was one of the worst Mondays in terms or wind and rain. But we were lucky because it could have been the “Blizzard of ‘23!” How did you and your community fare with today’s weather?

12/19/2023 • 42 minutes, 15 seconds

Last week, the Boston City Council rejected a federal anti-terrorism grant of 13.3 million dollars. State Senator Nick Collins of Boston has filed a bill at the State House to remove the ability of local governments to exercise the option to accept or reject such funding. The legislation would impact funds intended to protect health and safety of Massachusetts residents.

12/19/2023 • 40 minutes, 27 seconds

Last week, the Boston City Council rejected a federal anti-terrorism grant of 13.3 million dollars. State Senator Nick Collins of Boston has filed a bill at the State House to remove the ability of local governments to exercise the option to accept or reject such funding. The legislation would impact funds intended to protect health and safety of Massachusetts residents.

12/19/2023 • 40 minutes, 58 seconds

Last week, the Boston City Council rejected a federal anti-terrorism grant of 13.3 million dollars. State Senator Nick Collins of Boston has filed a bill at the State House to remove the ability of local governments to exercise the option to accept or reject such funding. The legislation would impact funds intended to protect health and safety of Massachusetts residents.

12/19/2023 • 39 minutes, 58 seconds

Dan asks if Taylor Swift will show up for the upcoming Patriots game, and what will be the score? Dan offered up a T-Shirt for the man and woman who correctly guesses the final score. (Or comes closest)

12/16/2023 • 42 minutes, 39 seconds

The NightSide Pet Vet, Dr. Jim McKiernan of the Great By Animal Hospital in Durham, New Hampshire answers all of your questions regarding a mystery virus affecting dogs from coast to coast and any other concerns regarding vet care for any of your pets.

12/16/2023 • 39 minutes, 19 seconds

The NightSide Pet Vet, Dr. Jim McKiernan of the Great By Animal Hospital in Durham, New Hampshire answers all of your questions regarding a mystery virus affecting dogs from coast to coast and any other concerns regarding vet care for any of your pets.

12/16/2023 • 40 minutes, 24 seconds

The Boston City Council this week turned down a $ 13.3 million dollar grant from the Federal Department of Homeland Security in anti-terrorism funds. The tie vote (6 to 6) followed comments by Mayor Wu, who said the grant would “…help prevent, respond to and recover from threats or acts of terrorism, including chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosive incidents”. Boston City Council President Ed Flynn, who voted for the grant, weighs in .

12/16/2023 • 39 minutes, 11 seconds

U.S. Air Force Veteran Mike Ricksecker has studied “paranormal” activity for decades. Many military personnel have reported “up close and personal” encounters with unexplained phenomena. Tonight at 11, Mike Ricksecker sheds light on the potential of “those watching us from afar”.

12/15/2023 • 40 minutes, 41 seconds

You made it through Thanksgiving, but Christmas, New Year’s and other family celebrations await. Diversity Consultant Risha Grant on how to keep family get-togethers “merry and bright” as we approach the Presidential Election Year of 2024!

12/15/2023 • 39 minutes, 40 seconds

Yoga Instructor Amy Karibian on the exercise that more and more people are trying. Maybe you have thought about Yoga, or even Hot Yoga! All your questions will be answered.

12/15/2023 • 39 minutes, 47 seconds

The Governor of New Hampshire this week endorsed the Presidential candidacy of Nikki Haley. Tonight, Chris Sununu joins us to talk about the N.H. GOP Primary and why he is throwing his support behind the former Governor of South Carolina who also served as the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations.

12/15/2023 • 21 minutes, 38 seconds

Last week WBZ NewsRadio Reporter Matt Shearer met Ara B, who was singing Christmas songs. He noticed she had a great voice and thought it would make a great story. As he talked with her, he found out she was homeless and she wished she could record a song she had written at a professional recording studio. Dan was joined by Matt to find out more about this continuing story!

12/15/2023 • 18 minutes, 36 seconds

President Biden’s son Hunter failed to show up for a Congressional Hearing today – choosing instead to issue a statement in front of the Capitol. Stagecraft aside, do you think that Hunter Biden helped or hurt himself legally and/or politically with today’s statement?

12/14/2023 • 40 minutes, 6 seconds

President Biden’s son Hunter failed to show up for a Congressional Hearing today – choosing instead to issue a statement in front of the Capitol. Stagecraft aside, do you think that Hunter Biden helped or hurt himself legally and/or politically with today’s statement?

12/14/2023 • 38 minutes, 13 seconds

Professor Steven Pinker authored an op-ed in yesterday’s Boston Globe entitled “Rescuing universities from themselves: A five-point plan”. Tonight, Professor Pinker joins us to discuss the current issues surrounding Harvard and Harvard’s President Claudine Gay.

12/14/2023 • 40 minutes, 14 seconds

Philanthropist and Businessman Ernie Boch, Jr., the President and CEO of Subaru New England talks about the economy, the future of the American car business and music. On a day that the stock market rallied on good economic news from the Federal Reserve, we take a look down the road into 2024 and where the economy might take us.

12/14/2023 • 39 minutes, 6 seconds

Amidst the ongoing saga playing out with ivy league schools and their handling of antisemitism on college campus, an op-ed piece came out in the Boston Globe on how Harvard University can “save itself” from the damage it has inflicted on itself. Attorney Harvey Silverglate joins Dan to discuss the “five-point plan to save Harvard from itself”, written by one of Harvard’s own professors.

12/13/2023 • 43 minutes, 4 seconds

Amidst the ongoing saga playing out with ivy league schools and their handling of antisemitism on college campus, an op-ed piece came out in the Boston Globe on how Harvard University can “save itself” from the damage it has inflicted on itself. Attorney Harvey Silverglate joins Dan to discuss the “five-point plan to save Harvard from itself”, written by one of Harvard’s own professors.

12/13/2023 • 40 minutes, 4 seconds

Larry Calderone, the President of Boston Police Patrolmen’s Association checks in with Dan on NightSide. They will discuss their newly negotiated 5-year contract, police shortages, as well as other policing issues you should be aware of.

12/13/2023 • 38 minutes, 21 seconds

We have our finger on the pulse of today’s top stories. Dan kicks off the program with a variety of guests who will breakdown the day’s news. This hour we're joined by Wyatt Rogers, a professional bull rider on the Pro Bull Riding World Championship in Manchester, New Hampshire. Then we talk with Emily Sweeney from the Boston Globe about her new series Boston Globe's Cold Case Files. Jerry "J-Man" Joyner, host of Weed & Whiskey talks about cruise ships kicking off passengers who are carrying pot. And Brad Rawson, Head of Transportation and Infrastructure for the City of Somerville discusses Somerville's Mini Rotaries.

12/13/2023 • 39 minutes, 14 seconds

11 P.M. HourUkraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is visiting Washington, D.C where he will meet with Congress on Tuesday as part of a last-minute push by the Biden Administration to convince lawmakers to approve a $110 billion wartime funding package. Included in the package is roughly $60 billion in aid for Ukraine. Thus far, the U.S. has provided Ukraine $111 billion for its fight against Russia. Should Congress approve President Biden’s package?

12/12/2023 • 41 minutes, 56 seconds

10 P.M. HourIn the wake of the congressional hearing on campus antisemitism, the ivy league presidents that testified in front of Congress have received swift backlash. This past Saturday, Liz Magell resigned as president of the University of Pennsylvania over her handling of the hearing. Harvard’s president Claudine Gay is under intense scrutiny as well, with some lawmakers and donors calling for her to step down. Should Claudine Gay remain or resign as President of Harvard?

12/12/2023 • 37 minutes, 47 seconds

9 P.M. HourIn the wake of the congressional hearing on campus antisemitism, the ivy league presidents that testified in front of Congress have received swift backlash. This past Saturday, Liz Magell resigned as president of the University of Pennsylvania over her handling of the hearing. Harvard’s president Claudine Gay is under intense scrutiny as well, with some lawmakers and donors calling for her to step down. Should Claudine Gay remain or resign as President of Harvard?

12/12/2023 • 40 minutes, 9 seconds

8 P.M. HourWe had our finger on the pulse of Monday’s top stories. Dan kicks off the program with a variety of guests that included:-Senior attorney in the Division of Marketing Practices of the Federal Trade Commission’s Bureau of Consumer Protection, Elsie Kappler on how to avoid popular scams this holiday season.-Matthew Martin of End Hunger New England on their end of year goals and hopes for 2024.-Director of small business success at Constant Contact, Dave Charest on Boston's holiday market at Snowport.-Seven tips to Avoid Pigging out at Holiday Parties with Dr. Julie Gatza.

12/12/2023 • 37 minutes, 57 seconds

We end the week, as we always do, with a topic or question that challenges you to participate in the convesatoin! This week, Dan asks, "What is your favorite dog breed?

12/9/2023 • 42 minutes, 3 seconds

Hunter Biden is now under federal indictment facing charges that if proven in a courtroom, could send the President’s son to prison for nearly twenty years. Your reactions to the long-running Hunter Biden saga that could be tried during the 2024 Presidential Campaign.

12/9/2023 • 39 minutes, 29 seconds

Author Irv Muchnick joins us to talk about his new book “Without Helmets or Shoulder Pads: The American Way of Death in Football Conditioning”. We will have a wide-ranging discussion of the dangers at many levels of the game of football, perhaps America’s new National Pastime.

12/9/2023 • 40 minutes, 42 seconds

A veteran Waltham Police Officer and A National Grid worker were killed Wednesday afternoon by a vehicle driven by Peter Simon of New Hampshire. Simon has a long criminal career with similar incidents on his driving record, compounded by mental illness, according to court records. He faced a litany of charges, some minor but charges nonetheless, throughout his life in several states. How did Peter Simon slip through the cracks of the justice system culminating in the deaths of two innocent men two nights ago?

12/9/2023 • 38 minutes, 22 seconds

We are entering the winter cold and flu season and many Americans have decided that COVID, Flu and RSV shots are no longer a priority in their lives. Are your shots up to date or are you ready to confront winter without the protection most doctors still suggest?

12/8/2023 • 41 minutes, 40 seconds

Two (including a veteran Waltham Police Officer) are dead, others injured in a horrific crash on Totten Pond Road in Waltham. A 54 year old man faces charges of Manslaughter, Driving without a License and Leaving the Scene of an Accident.

12/8/2023 • 39 minutes, 27 seconds

The Presidents of Harvard, MIT and UPenn were grilled on Tuesday in Washington about their collective response to antisemitism on their respective campuses. Their responses to Congress have been sharply criticized by alumni and students alike. Some have even called for the resignation of college Presidents. Are elite colleges and universities out of touch when balancing free speech concerns with the safety and comfort of Jewish students on campus? Then:Two (including a veteran Waltham Police Officer) are dead, others injured in a horrific crash on Totten Pond Road in Waltham. A 54 year old man faces charges of Manslaughter, Driving without a License and Leaving the Scene of an Accident.

12/8/2023 • 39 minutes, 24 seconds

The Presidents of Harvard, MIT and UPenn were grilled on Tuesday in Washington about their collective response to antisemitism on their respective campuses. Their responses to Congress have been sharply criticized by alumni and students alike. Some have even called for the resignation of college Presidents. Are elite colleges and universities out of touch when balancing free speech concerns with the safety and comfort of Jewish students on campus?

12/8/2023 • 42 minutes, 44 seconds

The topic switches to immigration issues and policies.

12/7/2023 • 40 minutes, 31 seconds

The city of Cambridge has passed a measure to ban most gas-powered leaf blowers over health and environmental concerns. The ordinance requires Cambridge residents to end their use of most gas-powered leaf blowers by March of 2025. Do you support or oppose the idea of banning gas-powered leaf blowers? Continued from last hour.

12/7/2023 • 40 minutes, 27 seconds

The city of Cambridge has passed a measure to ban most gas-powered leaf blowers over health and environmental concerns. The ordinance requires Cambridge residents to end their use of most gas-powered leaf blowers by March of 2025. Do you support or oppose the idea of banning gas-powered leaf blowers?

12/7/2023 • 39 minutes, 39 seconds

We have our finger on the pulse of today’s top stories. Dan kicks off the program with a variety of guests who will breakdown the day’s news.This hour's guests include Katie Anderson, Senior Director at Environmental Defense Fund and Business, Food & Forests to discuss Methane emissions.Renee Worcester, Director of Develmopent and Partnership and par of the Founding Family to talk about Wreaths Across America.Mark Schieldrop, AAA Senior Spokesperson to discuss Senior Drivers.And Frannie Greenberg, Executive Director of the Milestone Wildlife Center to talk about what to do if you encounter an injured animal.

12/7/2023 • 38 minutes, 58 seconds

11 P.M. HourAs the Israel-Hamas war reconvenes after the temporary ceasefire, it has become apparent that Hamas’s purpose was not merely genocidal…part of their purpose was to rape Israeli women before killing them. The U.S. State Department suspects part of the reason Hamas is refusing to release women hostages is to prevent them from sharing the horrors they have endured while in captivity. Dan discussed.

12/6/2023 • 41 minutes, 30 seconds

10 P.M. HourAs the Israel-Hamas war reconvenes after the temporary ceasefire, it has become apparent that Hamas’s purpose was not merely genocidal…part of their purpose was to rape Israeli women before killing them. The U.S. State Department suspects part of the reason Hamas is refusing to release women hostages is to prevent them from sharing the horrors they have endured while in captivity. Boston Herald columnist attorney Jeff Robbins joined Dan to discuss.

12/6/2023 • 40 minutes, 33 seconds

9 P.M. HourTuesday on Capitol Hill, the presidents of Harvard University, MIT, and the University of Pennsylvania testified over concerns about rising antisemitism on college campuses since the Israel-Hamas War began. During the hearing members of Congress cited pro-Palestinian protests where students used antisemitic rhetoric, vandalism on Hillel buildings, and threatening emails to Jewish faculty. Why has antisemitism blossomed at these elite schools?

12/6/2023 • 38 minutes, 29 seconds

8 P.M. HourWe have our finger on the pulse of Tuesday’s top stories. Dan kicks off the program with a variety of guests including:-Etiquette Expert Valerie Sokolosky on holiday tipping advice for service workers.-Cambridge City Councilor Patricia Nolan on the city's new ban on gas powered leaf blowers.-Amanda Wallace, MassMutual’s Head of Insurance Operations, on MassMutual's Quarterly Survey finds Americans’ Confidence in their Financial Futures Low ahead of Festive Season.-WaPo Political Reporter Maegan Vazquez on a Harvard youth poll that finds fewer young Americans plan to vote in 2024.

12/6/2023 • 39 minutes, 40 seconds

11 P.M. HourThe Boston Globe Spotlight Team is showcasing a new series on the Carol Stuart murder. In 1989, Stuart was 7 months pregnant leaving a birthing class with her husband when she was shot and killed. Dan Rea was a TV reporter at WBZ-TV who covered this story back in the 80s and discussed the Globe’s latest unveiling on the “untold story of the Charles and Carol Stuart shooting”.

12/5/2023 • 41 minutes, 9 seconds

10 P.M. HourThe Boston Globe Spotlight Team is showcasing a new series on the Carol Stuart murder. In 1989, Stuart was 7 months pregnant leaving a birthing class with her husband when she was shot and killed. Dan Rea was a TV reporter at WBZ-TV who covered this story back in the 80s and discussed the Globe’s latest unveiling on the “untold story of the Charles and Carol Stuart shooting”.

12/5/2023 • 39 minutes, 38 seconds

9 P.M. HourTo “calm traffic” between Lagrange Street and West Roxbury Parkway, the city of Boston completely redesigned Centre Street to make it more pedestrian friendly. Dan discussed the new road layout and took listener calls on how more cities and towns are reconfiguring their roadways.

12/5/2023 • 40 minutes, 52 seconds

8 P.M. HourWe had our finger on the pulse of Monday’s top stories. Dan kicked off the program with a variety of guests that included:-Boston City Councilor Liz Breadon on her proposal to ban the sale of guinea pigs at pet shops.-Marketing Strategist Sheila Rondeau on how Bud Light sales continue to slump as the company tries a new commercial with Peyton Manning & Emmitt Smith, but will it help turn things around?-Boston Herald Reporter Matthew Medsger on the accidental knife fatality at Kowloon Restaurant in Saugus, MA.-WBZ Traffic Reporter Dan Mazella on Boston being ranked the top 4 worst city for traffic.

12/5/2023 • 38 minutes, 53 seconds

Where is the most interesting place that you have ever visited? Halfway around the world or somewhere in your neighborhood?

12/2/2023 • 42 minutes, 24 seconds

It is that time of year now that the calendar has turned to December. Have you found any bargains on the internet? We see the TV advertisem*nts, but are the items as good as they appear on the big screen? Callers gave Dan some of their favorite gift ideas.

12/2/2023 • 38 minutes, 28 seconds

The U.S. Army, facing recruiting shortfalls, is now inviting military personnel, discharged for refusing COVID shots, to rejoin the military. This “about-face” by Army brass could result in nearly two thousand men and women resuming their service in uniform.

12/2/2023 • 40 minutes, 18 seconds

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested a fugitive from Brazil, who entered the U.S. following his conviction for child rape earlier this year. The 62 year-old came to the U.S. last April under a tourist immigration visa but is expected to be returned to Brazil following a hearing before a federal immigration judge. The Field Office Director of Boston's US Immigration and Customs Enforcement Todd Lyons checks in with Dan Rea to discuss.

12/2/2023 • 39 minutes, 3 seconds

A delegation of young men and women from several Middle Eastern nations are in Boston, as part of a speaking tour entitled “Building Peace in Times of War”. The discussion continued.

12/1/2023 • 40 minutes, 25 seconds

Some Boston City Council members are, at least considering a “guaranteed income” for all in the City of Boston, especially those living at or below the poverty level. Councilor Lara will explain her thoughts behind the idea and how the concept might become a reality.

12/1/2023 • 38 minutes, 29 seconds

A delegation of young men and women from several Middle Eastern nations are in Boston, as part of a speaking tour entitled “Building Peace in Times of War”. Two of the members will join Dan tonight to discuss the prospects of peace in a region racked by conflict for decades.

12/1/2023 • 40 minutes, 25 seconds

The calendar says winter begins on or about December 21st, but Meteorological Winter actually starts Friday, December 1st. Dan asks what do you like most and like least about the winter months!

12/1/2023 • 37 minutes, 24 seconds

We continue a discussion carried over from the previous hour where callers bring up companies that give good customer service. We then see if callers would rather discuss the Harvard course on Taylor Swift. And finally, we move on to Caller's Choice.

11/30/2023 • 40 minutes, 57 seconds

The Federal Trade Commission has launched an antitrust investigation into the sale of sandwich company Subway. The probe aims to determine whether the Subway merger with the private equity firm Roark Capital, who also owns Jimmy John’s, poses competition concerns. Patrick Hedger, the Executive Director of the Taxpayers Protection Alliance joined Dan to discuss.

11/30/2023 • 38 minutes, 11 seconds

Boston officials are mulling over the idea of a temporary guaranteed income program for the city’s poor residents. The proposal was put forward for discussion by outgoing Councilor Kendra Lara saying, it’s the responsibility of government to meet the basic needs of constituents and that a program could improve quality of life in Boston. Council President Ed Flynn has some concerns about the implementation of a guaranteed income proposal and joins Dan to discuss.

11/30/2023 • 37 minutes, 8 seconds

We have our finger on the pulse of today’s top stories. Dan kicks off the program with a variety of guests who will breakdown the day’s news.This hour we have Dan Greenleaf discussing the Santa Shortage.Dr. Trisha Pasricha from the Washington Post on steps to combat lonlieness during the holidays.Boston Herald reporter Matthew Medsger on 56 gun control bills on Beacon Hill.and Professor Stephanie Burt on Harvard's new course focusing on Taylor Swift.

11/30/2023 • 39 minutes, 39 seconds

11P.M. HourOne Illinois town has been battling a sizable academic achievement gap between Black, Latino and white students for decades. In an effort to improve grades for minority students, the school district is trying something new at their high school level. Evanston Township High School started offering “affinity classes” otherwise described as classrooms voluntarily separated by race. Dan explained. Should “affinity classes” come to a school district near you?

11/29/2023 • 41 minutes, 19 seconds

10 P.M. HourOne Illinois town has been battling a sizable academic achievement gap between Black, Latino and white students for decades. In an effort to improve grades for minority students, the school district is trying something new at their high school level. Evanston Township High School started offering “affinity classes” otherwise described as classrooms voluntarily separated by race. Dan explained. Should “affinity classes” come to a school district near you?

11/29/2023 • 40 minutes, 7 seconds

9 P.M. HourOfficials in Boston are mulling over the idea of a temporary guaranteed income program for the city’s poor residents. About 18% of the city’s residents are living below the poverty line. While a promising idea, where would the money come from to fund such a program? Segun Idowu, Boston’s Chief of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion said a potential program model could rely on philanthropic donors. Would you support a guaranteed income program in Boston?

11/29/2023 • 38 minutes, 29 seconds

8 P.M. HourDan had his finger on the pulse of Tuesday's stories. It included:-Dr. Alex del Carmen – Criminologist at Tarleton State University in TX on the Burlington, VT shooting of 3 Palestinian students.-Dylan Jeon of the National Retail Federation on how cash is no longer king and paying by plastic is the new norm.-Nasir Rana - Spokesperson for the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, Greater Boston Chapter on their upcoming event #VoicesForPeace Greater Boston .-The Patent Professor John Rizvi on how the Hall and Oates lawsuit puts a spotlight on a secretive industry.

11/29/2023 • 37 minutes, 22 seconds

11 P.M. HourOver the weekend, three Palestinians college students were shot and injured while attending a Thanksgiving holiday gathering in Burlington, Vermont. The students were targeted by a 48-year-old man with a handgun while they were walking on their way to their destination. The suspect appeared in court Monday and entered a not guilty plea to all three counts of attempted second-degree murder. Dan discussed the latest on this story.

11/28/2023 • 42 minutes, 24 seconds

10 P.M. HourOver the weekend, three Palestinians college students were shot and injured while attending a Thanksgiving holiday gathering in Burlington, Vermont. The students were targeted by a 48-year-old man with a handgun while they were walking on their way to their destination. The suspect appeared in court Monday and entered a not guilty plea to all three counts of attempted second-degree murder. Dan discussed the latest on this story.

11/28/2023 • 40 minutes, 6 seconds

9 P.M. HourThe Boston suburb of Brookline adopted a new health measure that prohibits tobacco or e-cigarette sales to anyone born on or after Jan. 1, 2000. The measure went into effect in 2021. While Brookline’s rule cracks down on youth tobacco use, it essentially also bars any future generations from purchasing tobacco. It may be clever but is it legal?

11/28/2023 • 40 minutes, 19 seconds

8 P.M. HourWe have our finger on the pulse of Monday’s top stories. Guests included:-Neuroscientist Richard Sima on how adult ADHD may take a toll on the brain.-Dr. Bill Johnson on how teens are getting hooked on anti-aging products.-Crime Prevention Expert Rania Mankarious on Cyber Monday scams.-Legal expert Javier Perez on the NYC law banning discrimination based on height and weight going into effect.

11/28/2023 • 37 minutes, 12 seconds

Even though we celebrate Christmas every year, do we really know everything there is to know about this holiday? Do you know why Nova Scotia sends the City of Boston a Christmas tree every year? Joining Morgan tonight with all the answers is CityView Trolley Tour Guide Jack Harte.

11/25/2023 • 41 minutes, 26 seconds

Even though we celebrate Christmas every year, do we really know everything there is to know about this holiday? Do you know why Nova Scotia sends the City of Boston a Christmas tree every year? Joining Morgan tonight with all the answers is CityView Trolley Tour Guide Jack Harte.

11/25/2023 • 41 minutes, 1 second

Fans of Bewitched know exactly who these characters are! From 1964 to 1972, just a twitch of her nose could turn your whole world upside down! Morgan and author Adam-Michael James talk all things Bewitched!

11/25/2023 • 39 minutes, 44 seconds

It’s that time of year again! Holiday travel mayhem is in full swing, and there’s really no way to avoid it. With a little pre-planning and a lot of luck, it could actually turn out okay! Joining Morgan with some travel planning tips and deals is AAA Travel Advisor Jennifer Dick.

11/25/2023 • 42 minutes, 5 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Continued conversation about Thanksgiving history and traditions with noted historian and author Anthony Sammarco who has authored over 85 books about the history of Boston and beyond.

11/24/2023 • 42 minutes, 32 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Today’s Thanksgiving is celebrated with food, family, football, and fun, and isn’t far off from the first Thanksgiving held by the Pilgrims in 1621. Boston even used to host an annual Thanksgiving Day parade back in 1929 which ran until 1943. Joining Morgan with more Thanksgiving history was noted historian and author Anthony Sammarco.

11/24/2023 • 40 minutes, 40 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:‘Tis the season for increased crime as our wallets fly open, the holiday parties begin, and the stress of it all has our patience wearing thin. Some of the top crimes committed during the holidays is shoplifting, robberies, identity theft, drunk driving, and domestic violence. Former Newton Police Lieutenant Bruce Apotheker joined Morgan with tips on how to not become a victim this year.

11/24/2023 • 41 minutes, 17 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:More and more seniors are becoming homeless in the U.S., a trend that is likely to continue. Folks like Bliss Austin Spooner, Chief Development Officer of “Hearth, Inc.,” work daily to provide an array of services to assist those in need to age with dignity, regardless of any special medical, mental health, or social needs. Spooner joined Morgan to discuss how they make the holidays brighter for many.

11/24/2023 • 39 minutes, 47 seconds

Is political conversation on your Thanksgiving menu tomorrow? Some families welcome a lively chat about politics, while others say political commentary is totally out of bounds during this family-friendly holiday. What are the “rules of engagement” when you gather with your extended family and friends?AND President John Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas, Texas. A moment that changed American history forever! The JFK Assassination discussion continues...

11/23/2023 • 40 minutes, 59 seconds

President John Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas, Texas. A moment that changed American history forever! The JFK Assassination discussion continues...

11/23/2023 • 45 minutes, 19 seconds

President John Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas, Texas. A moment that changed American history forever! The JFK Assassination discussion continues...

11/23/2023 • 40 minutes, 15 seconds

President John Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas, Texas. A moment that changed American history forever! JFK Assassination expert, Tom Samoluk, is a former Massachusetts Assistant Attorney General. In the mid-90s, Tom was the Deputy Director of the President John F. Kennedy Assassination Records Review Board. He discusses his knowledge of the Kennedy Assassination and whether we will ever know the whole truth of what happened in Dallas, 60 years ago.

11/23/2023 • 41 minutes, 21 seconds

11 P.M. HourA California man has had his gun permit revoked after “defending his home, family, and 5-month-old child”. In early November two armed men attacked Vince Ricci from behind as he was trying to enter his home. Ricci fought off the intruders, firing a couple of shots that sent them running. Now, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Office have revoked Ricci’s concealed carry permit. Is that fair? Dan heard listeners' thoughts on the incident.

11/22/2023 • 41 minutes, 43 seconds

10 P.M. HourA California man has had his gun permit revoked after “defending his home, family, and 5-month-old child”. In early November two armed men attacked Vince Ricci from behind as he was trying to enter his home. Ricci fought off the intruders, firing a couple of shots that sent them running. Now, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Office have revoked Ricci’s concealed carry permit. Is that fair? Dan heard listeners' thoughts on the incident.

11/22/2023 • 37 minutes, 16 seconds

9 P.M. HourDiana DiZoglio, Massachusetts’ State Auditor is looking to audit the state legislature’s books. The MA House of Representatives and MA Senate are not too keen on that idea…DiZoglio joined Dan to discuss.

11/22/2023 • 42 minutes, 15 seconds

8 P.M. HourWe had our finger on the pulse of Tuesday’s top stories. Dan kicked off the program with a variety of guests, including:-Friends of Jack Foundation Founder Jill Fearons.-Genesis HealthCare’s National Director of Memory Support Clinical Practice and Education, Lillian Reda on tips for supporting loved ones with dementia this holiday season.- AAA’s Senior Spokesperon Mark Schieldrop on thanksgiving travel and the best/worst times to travel.

11/22/2023 • 37 minutes, 41 seconds

11 P.M. HourSince the Israel-Hamas war broke out on Oct. 7th after the terrorist group Hamas initiated an attack on Israel, the world has seen a rise in antisemitism. Dan took listeners' calls on various antisemitic demonstrations and incidents happening worldwide.

11/21/2023 • 42 minutes, 3 seconds

10 P.M. HourSince the Israel-Hamas war broke out on Oct. 7th after the terrorist group Hamas initiated an attack on Israel, the world has seen a rise in antisemitism. Michal Cotler-Wunsh, Israel’s Special Envoy for Combating Antisemitism, joined Dan to discuss their efforts to crack down on antisemitic incidents happening worldwide.

11/21/2023 • 39 minutes, 33 seconds

9 P.M. HourFormer Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker talked to Dan about political bias on college campuses as it relates to the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.

11/21/2023 • 42 minutes, 59 seconds

8 P.M. HourWe had our finger on the pulse of Monday’s top stories. Dan kicked off the program with a variety of guests who broke down the day’s news. Including:-Dr. Renee Dua on Managing Vitals w. Chronic Illness During COVID/Flu Season.-Emily Heil with the many ways to cook a turkey this Thanksgiving.-Priya Krishnan, Chief Digital and Transformation Officer at Bright Horizons on work/life balance and tips for parents juggling the holidays.-Veterinary pathologist David Needle on the unusual respiratory illness affecting dogs in several New England states.

11/21/2023 • 37 minutes, 9 seconds

Your true story of meeting someone famous and share with us, how that “star” treated you!

11/18/2023 • 42 minutes, 21 seconds

A new dating app has arrived. This new app promises dates within days of you jumping in the dating pool! Gertrude Allen, CEO of Lola Dating answered your calls and questions!

11/18/2023 • 41 minutes, 49 seconds

Fewer than 20% of eligible voters in Boston went to the polls earlier this month in the City’s Council Elections. Now outgoing Councilor Kendra Lara wants to extend local voting rights to “legal immigrants”. 28% of Boston’s residents are in that category. You can react to the idea, which may soon be coming to your city or town as well.

11/18/2023 • 40 minutes, 22 seconds

Fewer than 20% of eligible voters in Boston went to the polls earlier this month in the City’s Council Elections. Now outgoing Councilor Kendra Lara wants to extend local voting rights to “legal immigrants”. 28% of Boston’s residents are in that category. You can react to the idea, which may soon be coming to your city or town as well.

11/18/2023 • 39 minutes, 8 seconds

Anti-Israeli demonstrators demanding a cease-fire in Gaza blocked the Boston University Bridge near Commonwealth Avenue. No arrests were made, but plenty of morning commuters were impacted. Do you expect to see, hear about and perhaps experience inconvenience on Massachusetts roadways as the hostilities in Gaza continue?

11/17/2023 • 40 minutes, 31 seconds

Anti-Israeli demonstrators demanding a cease-fire in Gaza blocked the Boston University Bridge near Commonwealth Avenue. No arrests were made, but plenty of morning commuters were impacted. Do you expect to see, hear about and perhaps experience inconvenience on Massachusetts roadways as the hostilities in Gaza continue?

11/17/2023 • 38 minutes, 29 seconds

Anti-Israeli demonstrators demanding a cease-fire in Gaza blocked the Boston University Bridge near Commonwealth Avenue. No arrests were made, but plenty of morning commuters were impacted. Do you expect to see, hear about and perhaps experience inconvenience on Massachusetts roadways as the hostilities in Gaza continue?

11/17/2023 • 40 minutes, 17 seconds

Anti-Israeli demonstrators demanding a cease-fire in Gaza blocked the Boston University Bridge near Commonwealth Avenue. No arrests were made, but plenty of morning commuters were impacted. Do you expect to see, hear about and perhaps experience inconvenience on Massachusetts roadways as the hostilities in Gaza continue?

11/17/2023 • 39 minutes, 26 seconds

President Joe Biden and China’s President Xi Jinping squared off in a high stakes meeting, breaking their one-year silence. Over the last year tensions have been high between the two nations, filled with fear the two nations might go to war with one another. During the meeting, Jinping said, “For two large countries like China and the United States, turning their back on each other is not an option.”

11/16/2023 • 39 minutes, 32 seconds

A battle over the development of prime real estate in one of Boston’s most sought-after locations is afoot. John Hynes of Boston Global Investors is crying fowl over the handling of the development contract. The discussion continued.

11/16/2023 • 40 minutes, 5 seconds

A battle over the development of prime real estate in one of Boston’s most sought-after locations is afoot. John Hynes of Boston Global Investors is crying fowl over the handling of the development contract. Hynes joined Dan to discuss.

11/16/2023 • 40 minutes, 22 seconds

We have our finger on the pulse of today’s top stories. Dan kicks off the program with a variety of guests who will breakdown the day’s news.This hour's guests:Omar Kaywan from Goose Insurance to discuss travel insurance.Lea Filson on Plymouth's upcoming events.Shane Rhinewald from the National Museum of Play with this year's Toy Hall of Fame inductees. And Kate Bradshaw with the Bay Area News Group has tips to avoid cooking fires this Thanksgiving.

11/16/2023 • 39 minutes, 50 seconds

11 P.M. HourTuesday, thousands marched on Washington’s National Mall in D.C. to “come together in solidarity with the people of Israel, to demonstrate our commitment to America's most important ally in the Middle East,” march organizers said in a statement. Dan heard listeners response to this massive demonstration.

11/15/2023 • 41 minutes, 26 seconds

10 P.M. HourTuesday, thousands marched on Washington’s National Mall in D.C. to “come together in solidarity with the people of Israel, to demonstrate our commitment to America's most important ally in the Middle East,” march organizers said in a statement. Boston Herald columnist, Attorney Jeff Robbins joined Dan to discuss the massive demonstration.

11/15/2023 • 38 minutes, 45 seconds

9 P.M. HourFormer Editor of the Boston Globe and Washington Post, Marty Baron joined Dan to discuss his new book, “Collision of Power: Trump, Bezos, and The Washington Post.” Baron revealed what it was like working in journalism during a decade of “political turmoil” that included Donald Trump’s presidency, the #MeToo Movement, and more!

11/15/2023 • 41 minutes, 6 seconds

8 P.M. HourWe had our finger on the pulse of Tuesday’s top stories. Dan kicked off the program with a variety of guests who will breakdown the day’s news.Including:-Sheriff Patrick McDermott on Norfolk County's Program Called "Are You OK" Keeping Seniors Connected.-WBZ NewsRadio's Nichole Davis on the Andover Public Schools Strike-Author Irvin Muchnick on The American Way of Death in Football Conditioning.-Shark researcher John Chisholm on the white shark chased off by seals on Cape Cod.

11/15/2023 • 37 minutes, 37 seconds

11 P.M. HourYou can add motorized scooters to the list of problems on Greater Boston’s roadways! Dan shared a personal experience he had while driving that exposes some of the potential hazards you might face out there. Callers told us their roadway gripes!

11/14/2023 • 41 minutes, 36 seconds

10 P.M. HourYou can add motorized scooters to the list of problems on Greater Boston’s roadways! Dan shared a personal experience he had while driving that exposes some of the potential hazards you might face out there. Callers told us their roadway gripes!

11/14/2023 • 39 minutes, 15 seconds

9 P.M. HourWhen a tragedy such as the Lewiston, Maine shooting occurs, it’s devastating to the family, friends, and community members who are left trying to cope with such a heinous incident. What can they do to process their grief? What type of mental health care is available for them? Dr. Kevin Simon, the city of Boston’s first Chief Behavioral Health Officer joined Dan to discuss the importance of mental health care, especially for those who are suffering from a traumatic event.

11/14/2023 • 39 minutes, 39 seconds

8 P.M. HourWe had our finger on the pulse of Monday’s top stories. Dan kicked off the program with a variety of guests who broke down the day’s news. This hour:Peter Geiger of the Farmer's Almanac on how the wooley bear caterpillar become a weather forecaster.Celebrity Dog Trainer Chrissy Joy on what NOT to give your dog this Thanksgiving!Dr. Aparna Parikh on important risk factors for National Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month.Author Michael Tougias on how to combat the epidemic of loneliness in America.

11/14/2023 • 39 minutes, 9 seconds

Let’s take some time tonight to honor those who have served in the military in time of war or peace. There are still too many veterans dealing with difficult circ*mstances including homelessness at a time when all shelters in Massachusetts are officially full, in part because of the migrant surge. Have we done enough to not only honor, but to also care for our veterans?

11/11/2023 • 52 minutes, 33 seconds

11 P.M. HourA NightSide 20th Hour classic topic: What Grinds Your Gears. Dan asked listeners what really bugs them! Take a listen!

11/11/2023 • 42 minutes, 18 seconds

Let’s take some time tonight to honor those who have served in the military in time of war or peace. There are still too many veterans dealing with difficult circ*mstances including homelessness at a time when all shelters in Massachusetts are officially full, in part because of the migrant surge. Have we done enough to not only honor, but to also care for our veterans?

11/11/2023 • 38 minutes, 2 seconds

10 P.M. HourFor this hour Dan merged a couple topics ideas: One being how food prices are still too high! He asked listeners how they plan to tackle Thanksgiving this year given those increased prices. Then, he threw out there what some good early Christmas gift ideas are.

11/11/2023 • 38 minutes, 38 seconds

It has not happened yet, but that request will be considered at a Select Board meeting next Monday at North Andover High School. A local college student has submitted a request and next Monday’s Select Board meeting will occur at the town’s high school because so many people on both sides of this issue want to attend.

11/10/2023 • 41 minutes, 44 seconds

It has not happened yet, but that request will be considered at a Select Board meeting next Monday at North Andover High School. A local college student has submitted a request and next Monday’s Select Board meeting will occur at the town’s high school because so many people on both sides of this issue want to attend.

11/10/2023 • 39 minutes, 41 seconds

Tonight, NightSide proudly presents our 17th Annual College Admissions Panel featuring the Heads of Admission at Harvard University, William Fitzsimmons and at Boston College, Grant Gosselin. If you (or anyone in your extended family) have any questions about getting into college, SATs, the ACT exam, paying tuition and saving money during that challenging process, join us tonight beginning at 8PM. Questions about AP courses, the application process, alumni interviews and what schools are looking for in prospective students are welcome ! This is your opportunity to speak directly to the Heads of Admission at two of the country’s most prestigious academic institutions. Don’t miss this NightSide tradition! It happens only once a year!

11/10/2023 • 40 minutes, 47 seconds

Tonight, NightSide proudly presents our 17th Annual College Admissions Panel featuring the Heads of Admission at Harvard University, William Fitzsimmons and at Boston College, Grant Gosselin. If you (or anyone in your extended family) have any questions about getting into college, SATs, the ACT exam, paying tuition and saving money during that challenging process, join us tonight beginning at 8PM. Questions about AP courses, the application process, alumni interviews and what schools are looking for in prospective students are welcome ! This is your opportunity to speak directly to the Heads of Admission at two of the country’s most prestigious academic institutions. Don’t miss this NightSide tradition! It happens only once a year!

11/10/2023 • 38 minutes, 37 seconds

Brandeis University has banned the campus’ Students for Justice in Palestine chapter over social media posts that defended Hamas. Brandeis President Ronald Liebowitz viewed these posts as celebrating or defending the Oct. 7th attack on Israel where terrorists murdered and kidnapped hundreds of Israeli citizens. The move has sparked a widespread debate about free speech and its role on private college campuses.

11/9/2023 • 41 minutes, 48 seconds

Brandeis University has banned the campus’ Students for Justice in Palestine chapter over social media posts that defended Hamas. Brandeis President Ronald Liebowitz viewed these posts as celebrating or defending the Oct. 7th attack on Israel where terrorists murdered and kidnapped hundreds of Israeli citizens. The move has sparked a widespread debate about free speech and its role on private college campuses.Harvey Silverglate joins Dan for this hour.

11/9/2023 • 39 minutes, 26 seconds

Brandeis University has banned the campus’ Students for Justice in Palestine chapter over social media posts that defended Hamas. Brandeis President Ronald Liebowitz viewed these posts as celebrating or defending the Oct. 7th attack on Israel where terrorists murdered and kidnapped hundreds of Israeli citizens. The move has sparked a widespread debate about free speech and its role on private college campuses.

11/9/2023 • 39 minutes, 59 seconds

We have our finger on the pulse of today’s top stories. Dan kicks off the program with a variety of guests who will breakdown the day’s news.This hour:Tabitha Scott on the future of AI.Gertrude Allen, CEO of Lola, a new dating websiteSusann Crawford, VP of Caring.com discusses gen Z caring for aging parentsAnd Boston Globe Correspondent Zenobia Lloyd on rental applications.

11/9/2023 • 39 minutes, 18 seconds

11 P.M. HourFormer President Donald Trump testified in his New York civil trial over allegations that he lied to banks about his wealth. Judge Arthur Engoron ruled even before the trial began five weeks ago that Trump and the other defendants were liable for fraud. Trump has denied all wrongdoing and even sparred with Judge Engoron during his testimony. Did the former President help or hurt his civil fraud case?

11/8/2023 • 40 minutes, 54 seconds

10 P.M. HourFormer President Donald Trump testified in his New York civil trial over allegations that he lied to banks about his wealth. Judge Arthur Engoron ruled even before the trial began five weeks ago that Trump and the other defendants were liable for fraud. Trump has denied all wrongdoing and even sparred with Judge Engoron during his testimony. Did the former President help or hurt his civil fraud case?

11/8/2023 • 39 minutes, 14 seconds

Tuesday was Election Day in Boston and Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn checked in with Dan to discuss the results of Tuesday's election!

11/8/2023 • 41 minutes, 31 seconds

8 P.M. HourWe had our finger on the pulse of Tuesday’s top stories. Dan kicked off the program with a variety of guests who broke down the day’s news.

11/8/2023 • 39 minutes, 14 seconds

11 P.M. HourAccording to a New York Times/Siena Poll, Donald Trump is leading Joe Biden in five out of six critical swing states. The poll results reveal voter dissatisfaction with Biden’s handling of the economy as well as concerns about his age playing a factor with how effective he can be as president. Dan discussed the poll results and asked where you come down on it.

11/7/2023 • 43 minutes, 53 seconds

10 P.M. HourDighton-Rehoboth’s Superintendent of Schools is calling for a rule change to the MIAA’s Equal Rights Amendment after an incident during a field hockey game against Swampscott. One of Dighton-Rehoboth’s female players was injured after suffering a shot to the mouth by a male athlete playing for Swampscott. Do you think a rule change is warranted? Why or why not?

11/7/2023 • 39 minutes, 37 seconds

9 P.M. HourDighton-Rehoboth’s Superintendent of Schools is calling for a rule change to the MIAA’s Equal Rights Amendment after an incident during a field hockey game against Swampscott. One of Dighton-Rehoboth’s female players was injured after suffering a shot to the mouth by a male athlete playing for Swampscott. Do you think a rule change is warranted? Why or why not?

11/7/2023 • 42 minutes, 2 seconds

8 P.M. HourWe have our finger on the pulse of Monday's top stories. Dan kicked off the program with a variety of guests who broke down the day’s news.

11/7/2023 • 39 minutes, 16 seconds

NightSide’s favorite Psychic Medium, Kari Young, puts you in touch with family and friends on “the other side”https://www.gobeyondhere.com/

11/4/2023 • 42 minutes, 29 seconds

NightSide’s favorite Psychic Medium, Kari Young, puts you in touch with family and friends on “the other side”https://www.gobeyondhere.com/

11/4/2023 • 33 minutes, 7 seconds

Most Americans will turn their clocks back this weekend one hour as New England returns to Eastern Standard Time (EST). We pick up an hour of sleep but lose an hour of afternoon daylight. Are you an EST fan or should we stay on Daylight Savings Time (DST) throughout the year. We debate Standard Time versus DST.

11/4/2023 • 39 minutes, 14 seconds

Steve Rosenberg, Editor and Publisher of the Jewish Journal and a former staff reporter for the Boston Globe, claims significant bias against Israel from some of America’s established media outlets. He focuses of major media coverage of the war between Israel and Hamas. He discussed his claims that were outlined in a recent op-ed entitled “Memo to the Boston Globe: Please report fairly on the Hamas War”.

11/4/2023 • 39 minutes, 26 seconds

Larry and Scott are back and take all your questions about the upcoming winter driving season. Get ready for our changing New England weather and what you should do to make sure you are ready to drive in whatever Mother Nature throws at us in the next few months.

11/3/2023 • 41 minutes, 45 seconds

Larry and Scott are back and take all your questions about the upcoming winter driving season. Get ready for our changing New England weather and what you should do to make sure you are ready to drive in whatever Mother Nature throws at us in the next few months.

11/3/2023 • 38 minutes, 14 seconds

Boston City Councilor Sharon Durkan is facing a second challenge from former Suffolk County Assistant District Attorney Montez Haywood. Councilor Durkan defeated Haywood in a Special Election last July and tonight’s conversation focused on the differences between the two on issues such as affordable housing, bike lanes and livability in the City of Boston.

11/3/2023 • 39 minutes, 20 seconds

A Suffolk County Superior Court Judge has upheld Governor Maura Healey’s plan to cap the number of local and migrant homeless families being provided shelter under the state’s 1983 “Right to Shelter Law” at 7,500. The administration argued that the costs have become prohibitive as the migrant surge into Massachusetts (the only state with such a statute) continues unabated.

11/3/2023 • 39 minutes, 34 seconds

An Attleboro man who is accused of vandalizing and swinging from a statue of Jesus Christ on a crucifix at the cathedral of Holy Cross in Boston was arrested and charged with assault and malicious destruction of property. Dan wants to know where the outrage is.

11/2/2023 • 39 minutes, 13 seconds

As a result of the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, the U.S. is seeing a rise in antisemitic incidents played out on college campuses across the nation. The ripping down of posters showing the Israeli hostages who were taken by the terrorist group Hamas, continues to playout.

11/2/2023 • 37 minutes, 50 seconds

As a result of the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, the U.S. is seeing a rise in antisemitic incidents played out on college campuses across the nation. The ripping down of posters showing the Israeli hostages who were taken by the terrorist group Hamas, continues to playout. Boston Herald columnist and attorney Jeff Robbins joins Dan to discuss the antisemitism plaguing our college campuses.

11/2/2023 • 40 minutes, 13 seconds

We have our finger on the pulse of today’s top stories. Dan kicks off the program with a variety of guests with breakdowns on the day’s news.Tonight's guests this hour:AG Andrea Campbell, Certified Financial Planner Gregg Murset, From the New England Aquarium - Research Scientist Heather Pettis, and Dr. Rebecca Robbins on daylight savings time.

11/2/2023 • 38 minutes, 3 seconds

11 P.M. HourOn Alcatraz Island lies a notorious maximum-security prison which once housed some of the country’s most dangerous criminals like Al Capone and Robert Stroud. Alcatraz was considered to be the most impenetrable prison in the U.S. and escape attempts were rare. Dan just visited Alcatraz and shared some of its rich history!

11/1/2023 • 42 minutes, 23 seconds

10 P.M. HourWhen a mass shooting occurs, some people head right to mental health as the cause, others blame the weapons. The argument goes back and forth with no clear winner. Dan explored the dangers of de-emphasizing mental health when it comes to mass shootings.

11/1/2023 • 38 minutes, 9 seconds

9 P.M. HourAs the Massachusetts emergency family shelter system approaches its max, amendments to the Right-to-Shelter law become urgent. State Representative Peter Durant is fighting for change and feels this law should only apply to legal residents of Massachusetts. Rep. Durant joined Dan to discuss.

11/1/2023 • 38 minutes, 23 seconds

8 P.M. HourDan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of Tuesday’s news with various experts and analysts.

11/1/2023 • 38 minutes, 58 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Continued conversation about haunts in Boston with CityView Trolley Tour Guide Jack Harte. From the Omni Parker House to the USS Salem, apparitions have been reported and ghost hunters have done investigating. Boston's rich history always delivers on great haunts!

10/31/2023 • 42 minutes, 5 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:‘Tis the season for some good haunts, and Boston always delivers! From the Omni Parker House to the USS Salem, apparitions have been reported and ghost hunters have done some investigating. Joining Morgan to talk everything haunted was CityView Trolley Tour Guide, Jack Harte.

10/31/2023 • 40 minutes, 17 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:There’s always a new game to try, whether it be drawn or scratched. The Massachusetts State Lottery always has something exciting brewing. Morgan welcomed Christian Teja of the MA State Lottery Commission to the program to discuss what’s new!

10/31/2023 • 42 minutes, 28 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Ralph Malph is in the house! For those who grew up watching Happy Days, Fonzie, Richie, Potsie, Joanie and Chachi were household names! And in that mix was of course Ralph Malph. Actor Don Most joined Morgan to remember those happy days of working with an all-star cast and to chat about his music career.

10/31/2023 • 39 minutes, 24 seconds

Tips and leads to locate Maine shooting suspect Robert Card kept pouring in. This night, he was found with an apparent self inflicted gunshot wound. Morgan and WBZ news anchor Nichole Davis brought you up-to-date on the latest as the story unfoled.For the latest updates on this breaking story, stay tuned to WBZ Newsradio 1030 on the IHeartRadio app, your smart speaker, or 1030 on your AM dial.

10/28/2023 • 41 minutes, 44 seconds

Tips and leads to locate Maine shooting suspect Robert Card kept pouring in. This night, he was found with an apparent self inflicted gunshot wound. Morgan and WBZ news anchor Nichole Davis brought you up-to-date on the latest as the story unfoled.For the latest updates on this breaking story, stay tuned to WBZ Newsradio 1030 on the IHeartRadio app, your smart speaker, or 1030 on your AM dial.

10/28/2023 • 26 minutes, 56 seconds

Tips and leads to locate Maine shooting suspect Robert Card kept pouring in. This night, he was found with an apparent self inflicted gunshot wound. Morgan and WBZ news anchor Nichole Davis brought you up-to-date on the latest as the story unfoled.For the latest updates on this breaking story, stay tuned to WBZ Newsradio 1030 on the IHeartRadio app, your smart speaker, or 1030 on your AM dial.

10/28/2023 • 19 minutes, 51 seconds

It’s that time of year again! Holiday travel mayhem is on the radar, and there’s really no way to avoid it. However, with a little pre-planning, it could be a little more tolerable. AAA Travel Advisor Jennifer Dick joined Morgan with travel planning tips and deals to make your season bright!

10/28/2023 • 20 minutes, 56 seconds

Author Peter Altschul fully believes that common ground is obtainable, no matter what the situation, if we just find the patience, skill, and grace to create it. Altschul joined Morgan with wisdom from his book, Riding Elephants: Creating Common Ground Where Contention Rules.

10/27/2023 • 41 minutes, 21 seconds

One tradition that remains steady each year is the North Shore Music Theatre’s presentation of "A Christmas Carol." Join in the conversation as Morgan chats with North Shore Music Theater (NSMT) Owner/Producer Bill Hanney about what other great productions are in store for this season and beyond!

10/27/2023 • 38 minutes, 35 seconds

After any mass shooting, we’re usually left with more questions than answers. The emotional rollercoaster that follows usually includes fear, anxiety, stress, anger, and more. With mental health on the minds of everyone these days, Morgan welcomes two Brigham and Women’s psychiatrists tonight to address the toll mass shootings take on American’s and how you can talk to your children about these types of events. Sejal Shah, MD for the first half of the hour, and Dr. Saad Rahmat for the second half.

10/27/2023 • 42 minutes, 24 seconds

Maine shooting suspect Robert Card is still at large and considered armed and dangerous. An arrest warrant has been issued and shelter in place advisories are still active in two counties. Morgan and WBZ news anchor Nichole Davis bring you the latest. For the latest updated on this breaking story, stay tuned to WBZ Newsradio 1030 on the IHeartRadio app, your smart speaker, or 1030 on your AM dial.

10/27/2023 • 39 minutes, 11 seconds

Hauntingly good times are the objective of a successful Halloween holiday, however, not every child is thrilled about a good scare. Joining Morgan to talk about how to handle Halloween anxiety in kids is educational psychologist Dr. Ronda Goodale.Special note: A breaking news story out of Lewiston Maine occured during the hour. Due to the fluid nature of the story, stay tuned to WBZ Newsradio 1030 on the radio, or your favorite streaming app for the latest updates.

10/26/2023 • 39 minutes, 38 seconds

Although only a fictional character, British Secret Service agent James Bond has come to life on television, film, in comic strips and video games. The dashingly debonaire 007 has also graced the pages of several books, including two encyclopedias by author, producer, screenwriter, and film historian Steven Jay Rubin. Rubin joined Morgan to talk about all things Bond!

10/26/2023 • 38 minutes, 17 seconds

11 P.M. HourSince the October 7th Hamas attack on Israel, people in the U.S. have been putting up posters of the hostages taken by the terrorist group. Many people have taken it upon themselves to rip down those posters across the U.S., including a Boston area dentist who was caught on video. That dentist has since been fired from their job at a local dental center after the video, uploaded by the grassroots organization StopAntisemitism, went viral. We discussed.

10/25/2023 • 41 minutes, 22 seconds

10 P.M. HourSince the October 7th Hamas attack on Israel, people in the U.S. have been putting up posters of the hostages taken by the terrorist group. Many people have taken it upon themselves to rip down those posters across the U.S., including a Boston area dentist who was caught on video. That dentist has since been fired from their job at a local dental center after the video, uploaded by the grassroots organization StopAntisemitism, went viral. Liora Rez, the Executive Director of StopAntisemitism joined Dan to discuss.

10/25/2023 • 39 minutes, 37 seconds

9 P.M. HourAccording to the Boston Business Journal, across the state of Massachusetts, there are 14 colleges that exceed $80k in tuition, fees, and other costs that include housing, meal plans, and more. Do you think a college degree is worth the expense?

10/25/2023 • 39 minutes, 53 seconds

8 P.M. HourWhat’s the scoop on Tuesday’s top stories? Dan kicked off the program by bringing you all the information you need to know on what’s happening in your community!

10/25/2023 • 37 minutes, 55 seconds

11 P.M. HourThe Israel-Hamas war continues into its third week now where Israel appears to be preparing for a “multilateral operation” from sea, ground, and air. It is believed that more American hostages are alive, which is why Biden Administration officials are advising Israel to delay a ground incursion into Gaza. On Monday, Hamas released two Israeli hostages. Dan discussed and heard callers response.

10/24/2023 • 40 minutes, 55 seconds

10 P.M. HourThe Israel-Hamas war continues into its third week now where Israel appears to be preparing for a “multilateral operation” from sea, ground, and air. It is believed that more American hostages are alive, which is why Biden Administration officials are advising Israel to delay a ground incursion into Gaza. On Monday, Hamas released two Israeli hostages. Dan discussed and heard callers response.

10/24/2023 • 40 minutes, 38 seconds

9 P.M. HourThe Israel-Hamas war continues into its third week now where Israel appears to be preparing for a “multilateral operation” from sea, ground, and air. It is believed that more American hostages are alive, which is why Biden Administration officials are advising Israel to delay a ground incursion into Gaza. Monday, Hamas released two Israeli hostages. Dennis Ross, a former diplomat, and special coordinator for the Middle East for President Bill Clinton joined Dan to give his insight into this ongoing war.

10/24/2023 • 39 minutes, 55 seconds

8 P.M. HourWhat’s the scoop on Monday's top stories? Dan kicked off the program by bringing you all the information you need to know on what’s happening in your community!

10/24/2023 • 40 minutes, 4 seconds

Coins, stamps or baseball cards? Americans are fond of collecting many items! From Hummels to postcards, what treasure is buried in your desk drawer or basem*nt?

10/21/2023 • 40 minutes, 51 seconds

President Biden spoke from the Oval Office on Israel, Ukraine and Taiwan. The President pleaded with America to support a military/foreign aid package in billions of additional spending to allies – most specifically Israel and Ukraine. Your reaction to the President’s plea at a time when the Republican controlled House of Representatives remains frozen without a Speaker and even the ability to consider President Biden’s request.

10/21/2023 • 38 minutes, 47 seconds

President Biden spoke from the Oval Office on Israel, Ukraine and Taiwan. The President pleaded with America to support a military/foreign aid package in billions of additional spending to allies – most specifically Israel and Ukraine. Your reaction to the President’s plea at a time when the Republican controlled House of Representatives remains frozen without a Speaker and even the ability to consider President Biden’s request.

10/21/2023 • 38 minutes, 50 seconds

Hamas has released two unidentified hostages today. What are the implications of this action by Hamas? Is it a humanitarian gesture or a cynical ploy to defer military action by Israel? Your thoughts as the Israel-Hamas War enters its third week this weekend.

10/21/2023 • 36 minutes, 30 seconds

Jordan continued the discussion on the crisis in the Middle East.

10/20/2023 • 40 minutes, 3 seconds

Academia’s antisemitism problem is nothing new, but since Hamas’ attack on Israel, pro-Palestinian and pro-Hamas activity on campus has increased. Judith Sydney, co-founder of TribeTalk, finds many Jewish students are ill equipped to handle such challenges. Sydney joined Jordan with information on how TribeTalk empowers students to navigate these challenges and find confidence in their Jewish identity.

10/20/2023 • 38 minutes

Anti-Muslim and anti-Jewish hate crimes have been on the rise, even before the start of the Israel-Hamas war. Anti-Jewish attacks are the second most reported hate crime after anti-Black. The nonprofit Boundless Israel works daily to revitalize Israel education and combat Jew-hatred. Jordan was joined by one of its founders, Dr. Rachel Fish.

10/20/2023 • 38 minutes, 52 seconds

President Joe Biden addressed the nation from the Oval Office. The President is expected to outline the U.S. response to the Hamas terrorist attacks against Israel and Russia’s continued war against Ukraine.Jordan Rich fills in for Dan Rea.

10/20/2023 • 27 minutes, 10 seconds

Amid the ongoing Israeli-Hamas war, an explosion at a Gaza City hospital killed hundreds. Hamas blamed an Israeli airstrike for the devastation. Today, President Biden and his administration said that a U.S. assessment concluded that Israel was not behind the blast at Al Ahli Arab Hospital. In addition, President Biden secured an agreement with Israel on Wednesday to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza, where water, food, fuel, and medicine are in desperate need.

10/19/2023 • 38 minutes, 27 seconds

Amid the ongoing Israeli-Hamas war, an explosion at a Gaza City hospital killed hundreds. Hamas blamed an Israeli airstrike for the devastation. Today, President Biden and his administration said that a U.S. assessment concluded that Israel was not behind the blast at Al Ahli Arab Hospital. In addition, President Biden secured an agreement with Israel on Wednesday to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza, where water, food, fuel, and medicine are in desperate need. This hour, Simon Seroussi, an Israeli Diplomat and student in Harvard at the Kennedy School of Government joined Dan to discuss the situation.

10/19/2023 • 37 minutes, 44 seconds

Amid the ongoing Israeli-Hamas war, an explosion at a Gaza City hospital killed hundreds. Hamas blamed an Israeli airstrike for the devastation. Today, President Biden and his administration said that a U.S. assessment concluded that Israel was not behind the blast at Al Ahli Arab Hospital. In addition, President Biden secured an agreement with Israel on Wednesday to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza, where water, food, fuel, and medicine are in desperate need. Meron Reuben, Israeli Consul General to New England joined Dan to discuss.

10/19/2023 • 37 minutes, 42 seconds

What’s the scoop on today’s top stories? Dan kicks off the program by bringing you all the information you need to know on what’s happening in your community!

10/19/2023 • 36 minutes, 25 seconds

11 P.M. HourHundreds are dead after a hospital in Gaza was attacked. It's believed an Islamic terrorist group is behind the attack but it's still being investigated. Dan took listeners calls regarding this horrific attack and the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.

10/18/2023 • 40 minutes, 7 seconds

10 P.M. HourHundreds are dead after a hospital in Gaza was attacked. It's believed an Islamic terrorist group is behind the attack but it's still being investigated. Dan took listeners calls regarding this horrific attack and the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.

10/18/2023 • 40 minutes, 43 seconds

9 P.M. HourTwo topics were in play this hour. Dan took calls on the overcrowding of migrant families at a Days Inn in Methuen where Methuen Police were taxing their resources with being swamped with calls to the location. Then, the Gaza hospital attack where hundreds died was discussed.

10/18/2023 • 37 minutes, 59 seconds

8 P.M. HourWhat’s the scoop on Tuesday’s top stories? Dan kicked off the program by bringing you all the information you need to know on what’s happening in your community!

10/18/2023 • 37 minutes, 25 seconds

11 P.M. HourMonday, Governor Maura Healey issued a warning to families coming to MA to seek shelter, that the state can “no longer guarantee shelter placement for families” as the shelter system in MA is on the verge of reaching capacity. Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll said the state has almost 7,500 families, close to 23k people, enrolled in the state’s emergency assistance shelter system. Dan heard your thoughts on the migrant housing crisis in MA and where we go from here.

10/17/2023 • 42 minutes, 3 seconds

10 P.M. HourMonday, Governor Maura Healey issued a warning to families coming to MA to seek shelter, that the state can “no longer guarantee shelter placement for families” as the shelter system in MA is on the verge of reaching capacity. Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll said the state has almost 7,500 families, close to 23k people, enrolled in the state’s emergency assistance shelter system. Dan heard your thoughts on the migrant housing crisis in MA and where we go from here.

10/17/2023 • 38 minutes, 9 seconds

9 P.M. HourHouse lawmakers in MA have taken up gun reform legislation that will be considered later this week. The bill would create new laws that bar firing guns at or near homes and outlaw carrying firearms while intoxicated. The proposal also includes an enhanced system to track firearms used in crimes to help curb the flow of illegal guns into the state. Jim Wallace, Executive Director of GOAL joined Dan to discuss all that the proposed bill would entail.

10/17/2023 • 39 minutes, 2 seconds

8 P.M. HourWhat’s the scoop on Monday's top stories? Dan kicked off the program by bringing you all the information you need to know on what’s happening in your community!

10/17/2023 • 38 minutes, 59 seconds

Tonight is Friday the 13th! Many suffer from “triskaidekaphobia,” the fear of the number 13! Your Friday the 13th fears.

10/14/2023 • 41 minutes, 18 seconds

Hamas radicals are holding as many as 150 people hostage in Gaza! Jason Greenberg was able to escape from Israel and return home via Rome. But five of Jason’s relatives are among the hostages being held by Hamas in Gaza. What can be done to save Jason’s family members and all those held hostage in the tunnels of Gaza? The discussion continues...

10/14/2023 • 38 minutes, 53 seconds

Hamas radicals are holding as many as 150 people hostage in Gaza! Dan hears from a Needham man, who was in Israel one week ago when the attacks started. Jason Greenberg was able to escape from Israel and return home via Rome. But five of Jason’s relatives are among the hostages being held by Hamas in Gaza. What can be done to save Jason’s family members and all those held hostage in the tunnels of Gaza?

10/14/2023 • 41 minutes, 42 seconds

Boston voters will elect a new Boston City Council in November. The competition between incumbents and challengers has stayed below the radar because of important international issues (the War in Israel) and national problems (the lack of a House Speaker), so Dan introduced the Nightside listeners to a couple of Boston City Council hopefuls and the issues of importance to them.

10/14/2023 • 40 minutes, 23 seconds

27 Americans have been murdered, 14 are still unaccounted for and may be hostages in the tunnels of Gaza! Should the U.S. role in the Israeli-Hamas War increase in the days and weeks ahead?

10/13/2023 • 40 minutes, 20 seconds

27 Americans have been murdered, 14 are still unaccounted for and may be hostages in the tunnels of Gaza! Should the U.S. role in the Israeli-Hamas War increase in the days and weeks ahead?

10/13/2023 • 39 minutes, 17 seconds

27 Americans have been murdered, 14 are still unaccounted for and may be hostages in the tunnels of Gaza! Should the U.S. role in the Israeli-Hamas War increase in the days and weeks ahead?

10/13/2023 • 38 minutes, 21 seconds

One time Israeli Peace proponent, Dr. Hagitte Gal-Ed, has lived in the United States for thirty-five years. Her family will be returning to Israel next week after visiting her for her birthday. Dr. Gal-Ed believes the brutality of the Hamas attack calls into question whether peace is, at all, possible. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis also checks in.

10/13/2023 • 40 minutes, 2 seconds

As the war rages on in Israel, U.S. Representative Seth Moulton took to X, formally Twitter, 10/11 with a statement saying, “Just like antisemitic speech and actions are unacceptable, hate crimes against Palestinians and the broader Muslim community are equally reprehensible and should be condemned loudly.” Nightside coninues coverage on the events of the day.

10/12/2023 • 39 minutes, 33 seconds

As the war rages on in Israel, U.S. Representative Seth Moulton took to X, formally Twitter, 10/11 with a statement saying, “Just like antisemitic speech and actions are unacceptable, hate crimes against Palestinians and the broader Muslim community are equally reprehensible and should be condemned loudly.” Nightside coninues coverage on the events of the day.

10/12/2023 • 39 minutes, 40 seconds

U.S. Representative Seth Moulton joined Dan on NightSide to discuss the ongoing war in Israel with Hamas. Moulton took to X, formally Twitter, 10/11 with a statement saying, “Just like antisemitic speech and actions are unacceptable, hate crimes against Palestinians and the broader Muslim community are equally reprehensible and should be condemned loudly.”

10/12/2023 • 38 minutes, 19 seconds

What’s the scoop on today’s top stories? Dan kicks off the program by bringing you all the information you need to know on what’s happening in your community!

10/12/2023 • 38 minutes, 50 seconds

11 P.M. HourAs the Israel-Hamas war rages on, at least 14 Americans are among the more than nine hundred people killed in Israel. American citizens are also among those being held captive by Hamas where there are at least 20 or more Americans missing. Tuesday, President Biden declared that the nation stands with Israel, calling the Hamas attack on Israel, “an act of sheer evil.” Dan heard your thoughts on the ongoing war.

10/11/2023 • 41 minutes, 48 seconds

10 P.M. HourAs the Israel-Hamas war rages on, at least 14 Americans are among the more than nine hundred people killed in Israel. American citizens are also among those being held captive by Hamas where there are at least 20 or more Americans missing. Tuesday, President Biden declared that the nation stands with Israel, calling the Hamas attack on Israel, “an act of sheer evil.” Dan heard your thoughts on the ongoing war.

10/11/2023 • 39 minutes, 50 seconds

9 P.M. HourAs the Israel-Hamas war rages on, at least 14 Americans are among the more than nine hundred people killed in Israel. American citizens are also among those being held captive by Hamas where there are at least 20 or more Americans missing. Tuesday, President Biden declared that the nation stands with Israel, calling the Hamas attack on Israel, “an act of sheer evil.” Dan heard your thoughts on the ongoing war.

10/11/2023 • 40 minutes, 18 seconds

8 P.M. HourWhat’s the scoop on Tuesday’s top stories? Dan kicked off the program by bringing you all the information you need to know on what’s happening in your community!

10/11/2023 • 40 minutes, 1 second

11 P.M. HourOver the weekend, militant group Hamas launched a surprise, highly coordinated attack by land, air, and sea on Israel. The assault has left more than seven hundred dead in the country. In response to the attack, Israel bombarded the Gaza Strip with airstrikes Monday, killing over five hundred Palestinians in retaliation. Dan discussed the Israel-Hamas war and heard your thoughts.

10/10/2023 • 42 minutes, 38 seconds

10 P.M. HourOver the weekend, militant group Hamas launched a surprise, highly coordinated attack by land, air, and sea on Israel. The assault has left more than seven hundred dead in the country. In response to the attack, Israel bombarded the Gaza Strip with airstrikes Monday, killing over five hundred Palestinians in retaliation. Boston Herald columnist Jeff Robbins joined Dan to discuss the Israel-Hamas war.

10/10/2023 • 41 minutes, 8 seconds

9 P.M. HourOver the weekend, militant group Hamas launched a surprise, highly coordinated attack by land, air, and sea on Israel. The assault has left more than seven hundred dead in the country. In response to the attack, Israel bombarded the Gaza Strip with airstrikes Monday, killing over five hundred Palestinians in retaliation. Ambassador Meron Reuben, Consul General of Israeli to New England and Boston Herald columnist Jeff Robbins joined Dan to discuss the Israel-Hamas war.

10/10/2023 • 40 minutes, 1 second

8 P.M. HourWhat’s the scoop on Monday’s top stories? Dan kicked off the program by bringing you all the information you need to know on what’s happening in your community!

10/10/2023 • 39 minutes, 12 seconds

Dan asks, "What is your favorite Month?": This is the 20th hour of the week!

10/7/2023 • 39 minutes, 55 seconds

Rafael Manguel from the Manhatan Institute joins Dan Rea to discuss the increase of crime, particularly mobs stealing enmasse.

10/7/2023 • 40 minutes, 55 seconds

President Biden did a 180, and is now building a wall on the boarder along the South. Will it stem the tide of immigrants? Or is it like building a sand castle on the shoreline?

10/7/2023 • 40 minutes, 31 seconds

Traditional Halloween parades for grade school kids is under attack again. This time it's in Middleborough, but this time Halloween fun won.

10/7/2023 • 36 minutes, 56 seconds

This December, Gillette Stadium hosts the Army-Navy Football Classic in Foxboro. Some military families and veterans claim that their hotel reservations have been taken away as Massachusetts struggles to find housing for migrant families. We’ll discuss the competing interests and find out how the Healey Administration planes to balance the interest of all caught in this housing crisis. (Part 2!)

10/6/2023 • 39 minutes, 35 seconds

This December, Gillette Stadium hosts the Army-Navy Football Classic in Foxboro. Some military families and veterans claim that their hotel reservations have been taken away as Massachusetts struggles to find housing for migrant families. We’ll discuss the competing interests and find out how the Healey Administration planes to balance the interest of all caught in this housing crisis.

10/6/2023 • 39 minutes, 39 seconds

With COVID cases on the rise, some are concerned with the return of medical mandates. Others believe that mandates could be necessary. Julie Booras of Health Rights MA argues that masks and vaccinations should be the choice of individuals. She will make her case tonight and looks forward to your calls, questions and comments.

10/6/2023 • 40 minutes

As Massachusetts approaches the annual Columbus Day Weekend, some legislators are again hoping to eliminate Columbus Day and replace the observance with a holiday commemorating Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Democratic State Representative Jeff Turco of Winthrop believes that the heritage of Italian Americans is now caught in a political cross fire. Representative Turco joins Dan to discuss.

10/6/2023 • 37 minutes, 38 seconds

The U.S. House of Representatives is at a standstill until a new speaker is elected. In the hours following former Republican House Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s removal as speaker, both Reps. Jim Jordan and Steve Scalise have announced their bids for speaker. Who would you nominate as the next Speaker of the House?

10/5/2023 • 42 minutes, 15 seconds

Tensions are already rising before the December 9th Army Navy game set to take place at Gillette Stadium even begins! Presidential candidate Ron DeSantis is bringing attention to a Boston Herald column by Joe Battenfield that asserts that veterans and service academy graduates are unable to find housing in local area hotels because hotels are housing migrants on taxpayers’ dime. Dan will discuss the scramble to find housing for the Army Navy game.

10/5/2023 • 39 minutes, 19 seconds

The Powerball jackpot has reached $1.2 billion and tonight, another drawing will take place after 11 weeks without a winner. How do lottery winnings differ from state to state? Did you know if you win the lottery in New Hampshire compared to Massachusetts, you would be bringing home more money? Dan will explain with CPA Laura Barooshian.

10/5/2023 • 38 minutes, 28 seconds

What’s the scoop on Wednesday's top stories? Dan kicked off the program by bringing you all the information you need to know on what’s happening in your community!

10/5/2023 • 38 minutes, 20 seconds

11 P.M. HourTuesday, the debate was on in the U.S. House of Representatives over whether to oust House Speaker Kevin McCarthy. FL Rep. Matt Gaetz was leading the charge, claiming McCarthy is “unworthy of leadership. The House voted to remove House Speaker McCarthy after a 216-210 vote. Dan discussed the results of the vote and heard your reaction.

10/4/2023 • 40 minutes, 42 seconds

10 P.M. HourTuesday, the debate was on in the U.S. House of Representatives over whether to oust House Speaker Kevin McCarthy. FL Rep. Matt Gaetz was leading the charge, claiming McCarthy is “unworthy of leadership. The House voted to remove House Speaker McCarthy after a 216-210 vote. Dan discussed the results of the vote and heard your reaction.

10/4/2023 • 39 minutes, 10 seconds

9 P.M. HourThe National Assessment of Educational Progress’ latest results show that Massachusetts students’ performance has been in decline since at least 2017. Last year, the Nation’s Report Card found that 57 percent of fourth graders in MA were found not proficient in math and reading. Dan analyzed the potential contributing factors and what can be done to improve student success in MA.

10/4/2023 • 39 minutes, 30 seconds

For the 8 p.m. Hour:What’s the scoop on Tuesday's top stories? Dan kicked off the program by bringing you all the information you need to know on what’s happening in your community!

10/4/2023 • 37 minutes, 54 seconds

Last Friday, presidential candidate Robert Kennedy Jr. teased an announcement that he would “create a sea change in American politics.” Rumors are flying that Kennedy might launch a third-party campaign. Dan shared his thoughts on what the future might hold for RFK Jr. and heard yours!

10/3/2023 • 40 minutes, 4 seconds

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy narrowly avoided a government shutdown after leaning on Democratic support to pass a short-term funding bill. The move earned the Speaker criticism from some of his party members. As a result, is McCarthy’s speakership at risk? It appears a speaker battle is looming…Dan also dove into Trump and the Republican party and heard your thoughts on the current state of politics within the party.

10/3/2023 • 37 minutes, 50 seconds

The world lost two athletic greats in recent days…Former Boston Red Sox player Tim Wakefield died of brain cancer and former New England Patriots player Russ Francis died in a plane crash. Listeners shared their fond memories of two athletic greats who made their mark on Boston sports history.

10/3/2023 • 38 minutes, 7 seconds

What’s the scoop on Monday's top stories? Dan kicked off the program by bringing you all the information you need to know on what’s happening in your community!

10/3/2023 • 38 minutes, 42 seconds

As NightSide headed into its 17th year, Dan asked the listeners to share some of their favorite moments, topics, and guests. He also asked for suggestions on how to improve the show!

9/30/2023 • 41 minutes, 58 seconds

Many government operations may soon grind to a halt if Congress doesn’t reach a funding agreement. The last shutdown spanned 35 days. Dan broke down how you may be affected if all else fails.

9/30/2023 • 39 minutes, 39 seconds

NightSide turned sixteen this weekend! On October 1, 2023, NightSide began its seventeenth year on the air. Dan reminisced with former WBZ Radio News and Programming Director Peter Casey!

9/30/2023 • 40 minutes, 56 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Washington Post Business Reporter Jacob Bogage, General Manager of the Topsfield Fair Jim O’Brien, Co-Principal Investigator of MIT’s RAISE Initiative Professor Eric Klopfer, and Executive Director at MassRobotics Tom Ryden.

9/30/2023 • 36 minutes, 53 seconds

Continued conversation about the current COVID numbers in Massachusetts and beyond. Dan opened the lines for comment.

9/29/2023 • 41 minutes, 39 seconds

Every week, the MA Dept. of Public Health updates its COVID-19 Dashboard with the latest statistics. Dan’s been keeping track and has seen some recent changes. He went over the numbers and asked for listener input!

9/29/2023 • 37 minutes, 6 seconds

Michael Fallon is living a nightmare. About three months ago he came home to find his wife and 14-month-old son gone. Fallon joined Dan to tell his story and how he’s fighting to get Michael Jr. back from South Korea.

9/29/2023 • 38 minutes, 45 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Infectious Disease Physician and Associate Hospital Epidemiologist at Tufts Medical Center Dr. Gabriela Andujar Vazquez, Dir. of the MGH Institute for Technology Assessment (ITA) and an Assoc. Professor at Harvard Medical School Dr. Jagpreet Chhatwal, Tantasqua Regional Senior High School Assistant Principal and handler of NEADS Assistance Dog “J.D.” Beth Johnson, and Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk Director Zack Blackburn.

9/29/2023 • 37 minutes, 45 seconds

Dan opened the lines for comment on whatever topic you wanted! Topics included the future of the City of Boston, lack of White House transparency, and Boston politics.

9/28/2023 • 41 minutes, 22 seconds

The debate over whether to change or keep the Town of Foxborough’s mascot continues. Some residents feel the continued use of the logo would be dishonorable to the Mashpee Wampanoag tribe, others feel it's part of the town’s tradition and doesn’t invoke a slur. Dan weighed in.

9/28/2023 • 37 minutes, 58 seconds

States have different requirements for access to voter lists and the information they contain. Some states keep portions confidential while others put restrictions on their use. J. Christian Adams, President and General Counsel of the Public Interest Legal Foundation, talked with Dan about why he’s fighting to change this lack of transparency.

9/28/2023 • 39 minutes, 7 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Washington Post Features Reporter Herb Scribner, Deputy Executive Director of the Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE) Steve DeWitt, CEO of Common Sense Media Jim Steyer, and Employment Policies Institute Director of Research Rebekah Paxton.

9/28/2023 • 39 minutes, 34 seconds

President Joe Biden made history today when he visited Detroit and joined striking autoworkers on the picket line. The UAW is seeking higher wages and cost-of-living increases. Dan asked for your thoughts!

9/27/2023 • 40 minutes, 35 seconds

The Massachusetts Avenue and Melnea Cass Boulevard area continues to be a public health and safety issue. Boston City Councilors have called upon the Public Health Commission to declare a state of emergency. Dan was joined by Boston City Councilor Erin Murphy.

9/27/2023 • 40 minutes, 8 seconds

Dan’s back from The Emerald Isle and he shared his experiences! Visit the country through his eyes and travel with him to The Guinness Brewery in Dublin to Ross Castle in Killarney. He also shared his experience kissing the Blarney Stone!

9/27/2023 • 39 minutes, 47 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Professor of Economics and Co-Director of the Political Economy Research Institute at the University of Massachusetts Amherst Gerald Epstein, Chief Credit Analyst at LendingTree Matt Schulz, Dedham Parks and Recreation Director Robert Stanley, and Exec. Dir. of the Aviation Museum of N.H. Jeff Rapsis.

9/27/2023 • 37 minutes, 46 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Morgan has hosted countless trivia nights with fellow host Ken Ryan. From pubs to private events, they’ve captivated and entertained audiences for years. These two trivia gurus tested the listener's knowledge of the facts!

9/26/2023 • 41 minutes, 5 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Associate Justice Fred Brown’s lengthy career includes 10 years in the U.S. Army, counsel for the U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development, teaching at Northeastern Univ. School of Law, and serving as the Commonwealth's first African-American appellate judge. Morgan talked with Justice Brown about his distinguished career.

9/26/2023 • 40 minutes, 11 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Continued talk about this year’s political scene and politics in general. Morgan hosted longtime broadcaster Alan Tolz for the conversation.

9/26/2023 • 41 minutes, 45 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:The year’s not over yet, but a lot has transpired between January and September. Morgan talked with longtime broadcaster Alan Tolz about this year’s political scene, from the climate crisis to the current run for the White House.

9/26/2023 • 39 minutes, 12 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Continued conversation with Boston-based radio personality Stu Fink about celebrities past and their contributions to music, television, radio, and beyond.

9/23/2023 • 41 minutes, 49 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:This year we lost some greats…Bob Barker, Jimmy Buffett, Tony Bennett, Tina Turner...to name a few. Morgan spoke with Boston-based radio personality Stu Fink about all the celebrities we lost this year.

9/23/2023 • 38 minutes, 6 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Boston on-air radio personality and talk show host Bradley Jay has entertained the world with his music, podcasts, videos, and more. He joined Morgan to share some stories, laughs, and to answer the listeners' questions.

9/23/2023 • 40 minutes, 4 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Carl deSuze hosted the #1 the morning show on WBZ Radio from 1941 until 1980 and had a broadcasting career that spanned six decades. DeSuze would arrive every morning in an ascot and cape and he always had a story to tell. Morgan talked with Carl's daughter, improvisational actor and voice artist Samantha deSuze.

9/23/2023 • 39 minutes, 13 seconds

Jordan Rich opened the lines for listeners to call in with their good, bad, or ugly sleep stories! Discussion included dreams and sleeping devices too (for health or background noise).

9/22/2023 • 40 minutes, 13 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Did you know there’s a perfect sleep temperature? A new study finds if you’re over 65, you may want to crank the heat! Joining Jordan with the details was Dr. Amir Baniassadi, a post-doctoral research fellow at the Hinda and Arthur Marcus Institute for Aging Research at Hebrew SeniorLife and Harvard Medical School.

9/22/2023 • 39 minutes, 37 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:We all love our sports teams, and we all love to cheer and jeer in the stands. At what point do we go too far? A man at Gillette Stadium lost his life during an altercation and Jordan explored the world of super fans and the need for composure.

9/22/2023 • 39 minutes, 51 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Panic set in when Kevin Szmyd learned an incandescent light bulb ban was on the horizon! Their sunlight-quality color just can’t be replicated with LEDs according to Szmyd, so he set out to collect as many as he could. Szmyd joined Jordan to shed some light on the subject.

9/22/2023 • 37 minutes, 58 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Boston is home to many movies and television series! The Town, The Departed, and Cheers, to name a few. Jump on board the On Location Tour Bus with Erin Miller and visit on-screen locations, get insider secrets, and a behind-the-scenes tour of Boston’s famous Movie Mile!

9/21/2023 • 39 minutes, 29 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Longtime Boston Globe photographer Bill Brett is working on a new book and he needs your help! He’s seeking veterans and their stories. Brett joined Jordan to outline the details.

9/21/2023 • 39 minutes, 15 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:If you’re nervous about how your child will survive college on their own, have no fear, concierge services are here! From hugs to rugs, they’ll shop, cook, and clean for your college student so you never have to worry! Jordan talked with Tammy Kumin, Executive Director and President of Concierge Support Services.

9/21/2023 • 39 minutes, 41 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:This year’s MCAS scores have been released and math, English, and science still remain below pre-pandemic levels. National data released this summer indicates student progress has stalled. Joining Jordan with insight was Paul Reville, Francis Keppel Professor of Practice of Educational Policy and Administration at Harvard Graduate School of Education.

9/21/2023 • 37 minutes, 51 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide and opened the lines for comment on a few stories in the news - the death of a retired police officer who was mowed down on purpose while riding his bike, and the recent death of a New England Patriots fan after a physical altercation in the stands.

9/20/2023 • 41 minutes, 31 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Actor/Author Christy Cashman joined Jordan to talk about her debut novel, The Truth About Horses. Through Cashman’s eyes, we learn a bit about how horses help heal the connection between a father and his daughter torn apart by tragedy.

9/20/2023 • 37 minutes, 54 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Many Bostonians don’t know a lot about the man whom Faneuil Hall is named after! As one of Boston’s richest men, how exactly did he acquire his money? Joining Jordan to sort out the facts was Peter Drummey, Chief Historian and Stephen T. Riley Librarian with the Mass. Historical Society.

9/20/2023 • 40 minutes, 40 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Governor Maura Healey has announced that state agencies will no longer be purchasing products sold in single-use plastic bottles. The Healey administration outlined this is just one small step in addressing plastic pollution. Massachusetts Climate Chief Melissa Hoffer joined Jordan with more information.

9/20/2023 • 38 minutes, 52 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:The rules have changed on the Senate floor...at least for attire. For the first time in centuries, business attire is out and business casual is in. Jordan discussed this change.

9/19/2023 • 41 minutes, 23 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Emmy Award-winning broadcast news journalist Carmen Fields shared her new book with Jordan. Going Back to T-Town tells the story of her Tulsa-based musician father, Ernie Fields, who traveled from town to town, performing jazz and swing music during the Jim Crow era.

9/19/2023 • 39 minutes, 30 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:As a tribute to her World War II veteran father, Judy Isaacson Elias founded Heroes to Heroes, which serves combat veterans who have attempted suicide or are on a path to self-destruction. Elias joined Jordan to tell her story and extend help to those in need.

9/19/2023 • 39 minutes, 24 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Driving records which were once public are no longer. The Work and Family Mobility Act restricts the state from providing any information related to any MA license holder in an effort to protect their immigration status. Joining Jordan with more information was Boston Herald Reporter Chris Van Buskirk.

9/19/2023 • 40 minutes, 23 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Morgan opened the lines so the listeners could share their weather stories - from hurricanes to blizzards...the lines were open!

9/16/2023 • 37 minutes, 6 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:As ocean temps rise, will storms like Hurricane Lee increase? UMass Lowell Meteorologist Frank Colby joined Morgan to give an update on Hurricane Lee, answer weather and climate questions, and talk about what’s left this hurricane season and what could lie ahead for winter.

9/16/2023 • 26 minutes, 3 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Representatives from the shorelines of Massachusetts joined Morgan for a live look at what was happening in light of Hurricane Lee. Joining the program was Plymouth Town Manager Derek Brindisi, Nantucket Emergency Management Director and Police Chief William Pittman, Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce CEO Paul Niedzwiecki, Oak Bluffs Fire Chief Nelson Wirtz, and Marshfield Town Administrator Michael Maresco.

9/16/2023 • 48 minutes, 27 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Veteran Meteorologist Mark Rosenthal has been reporting on weather for over 40 years. New England’s seen its share of storms and Rosenthal joined to talk about Hurricane Lee and other storms we’ve weathered.

9/16/2023 • 38 minutes, 37 seconds

Dan is heading off to Ireland, so he asked the listeners to share travel tips with him!

9/15/2023 • 41 minutes, 5 seconds

More and more college students are avoiding the study of literature. But why? Jarret Keene, Assistant Professor in the Department of English at UNLV, talked with Dan about what really interests college readers.

9/15/2023 • 38 minutes, 46 seconds

Some states require voters to show a photo ID before handed a ballot, but not in Massachusetts. Former Stoneham Selectwoman Caroline Colarusso would like to see that change. She joined Dan to outline her reasons why.

9/15/2023 • 38 minutes, 50 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Founder/Director of GulfSAR Jake Stovall, President of Electric Operations for Eversource Craig Hallstrom, Storm Chaser Mike Boylan, Senior Biologist with the New Hampshire Audubon Diane De Luca.

9/15/2023 • 39 minutes, 2 seconds

Many have expressed concerns about President Biden running for reelection. If elected, he would enter his second term at the age of 82. At his current age of 80, Biden still considers himself a young go-getter. Why should, or shouldn’t, Biden run for reelection?

9/14/2023 • 40 minutes, 38 seconds

Continued conversation about Boston City Council preliminary election results and the fall of Ricardo Arroyo and Kendra Lara. Listener's expressed their thoughts.

9/14/2023 • 37 minutes, 23 seconds

Boston City Councilors Ricardo Arroyo and Kendra Lara lost their reelection bids last night as preliminary election voters decided on who they'd like to see move forward. Joining Dan to expand upon these results was Boston City Council President Ed Flynn.

9/14/2023 • 39 minutes, 49 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Captain Don Peaco*ck with the tall ship Lynx, Deputy Director of the Center for Inclusion and Belonging Mohammed Naeem, Executive Director of OATS (Older Adults Technology Services) from AARP Tom Kamber, Children’s Hospital Nurse Tracy Cronin.

9/14/2023 • 36 minutes, 41 seconds

Dan opened the lines for conversation about the growing migrant crisis that's spreading throughout Massachusetts. A lot of towns and cities are getting caught off guard without any guidance or assistance from state officials.

9/13/2023 • 40 minutes, 46 seconds

The Inn and Conference Center which used to house UMass Lowell students has become a new shelter site for migrants. Lowell City Councilor Corey Robinson has expressed concerns since Lowell is dealing with its own unhoused population. The Councilor joined Dan to discuss.

9/13/2023 • 36 minutes, 33 seconds

Cities and towns across Massachusetts are being pushed to the brink as more and more migrants arrive seeking housing and education. Marlborough Mayor Arthur Vigeant has criticized state officials for not being more forthright about new arrivals and joined Dan to discuss.

9/13/2023 • 40 minutes, 48 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Marc Succi, MD, Associate Chair of Innovation and Commercialization and Strategic Innovation Leader at Mass General Brigham, Editor Emerita of The Hemingway Review Susan Beegel, Chief Spokesperson for the Better Business Bureau Paula Fleming, WBZ NewsRadio Reporter Kim Tunnicliffe.

9/13/2023 • 38 minutes, 10 seconds

Forever etched in our memory…September 11, 2001. The U.S. changed forever that day. We lost loved ones and pledged to never forget. Dan honored those we lost and invited the listeners to share their stories.

9/12/2023 • 39 minutes, 25 seconds

Forever etched in our memory…September 11, 2001. The U.S. changed forever that day. We lost loved ones and pledged to never forget. Dan honored those we lost and invited the listeners to share their stories.

9/12/2023 • 39 minutes, 34 seconds

Forever etched in our memory…September 11, 2001. The U.S. changed forever that day. We lost loved ones and pledged to never forget. Dan honored those we lost and invited the listeners to share their stories.

9/12/2023 • 40 minutes, 54 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Professor in the Department of Aviation and Aerospace Science at MSU Denver Jeff Price, Senior Medical Oncologist at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Dr. Mark Pomerantz, Spokesperson for the American Red Cross of Massachusetts Kelly Isnor, and AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Bob Larson.

9/12/2023 • 38 minutes, 46 seconds

Dan took the listeners to “Margaritaville” and payed tribute to the late Jimmy Buffett. What was your best live concert experience?

9/9/2023 • 40 minutes, 59 seconds

As part of the ongoing Jan. 6 investigations, a Georgia grand jury has now recommended criminal charges against U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham and other allies of Donald Trump, 39 in all. Dan went over the case and asked for listener input.

9/9/2023 • 39 minutes, 31 seconds

The U.S. Open semifinals was interrupted when a group of environmental activists starting shouting during a pivotal game moment. One protester glued his bare feet to the ground delaying the game even further. Winner Coco Gauff expressed her thoughts on the incident and Dan shared the clips.

9/9/2023 • 39 minutes, 13 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Boston Herald Reporter Chris Van Buskirk, Director of Pro Athletes-Events for the Boston Athletic Association Mary Kate Shea, Massachusetts 9/11 Fund Family Advisory Committee Chair Karin Giansanti, and Director of Student Lending and College Services at AAA Northeast Bank Donald Kerr.

9/9/2023 • 38 minutes, 2 seconds

The migrant crisis in New York City has its mayor openly stating that the situation is killing his city. During a community conversation, Mayor Eric Adams said, “Never in my life have I had a problem that I did not see an ending to. I don't see an ending to this.” He went on to say, “This issue will destroy New York City.” Dan discussed what's happening everywhere as migrants continue to come.

9/8/2023 • 40 minutes, 32 seconds

Continued conversation about the crisis at Mass. and Cass and how the City of Boston has responded, what is working, what isn't working, and possible solutions to the problem.

9/8/2023 • 39 minutes, 30 seconds

The crisis at Mass. and Cass has ended the Boston Bengals Pop Warner football team. The unsanitary conditions at Clifford Park in Roxbury made it unsafe for practices and the team had nowhere else to go. Coach Domingos DaRosa talked with Dan about this disappointment.

9/8/2023 • 40 minutes, 6 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Tewksbury Police Chief Ryan Columbus and Tewksbury Superintendent Brenda Theriault-Regan, Boston Desegregation and Busing Initiative Co-Chair Lew Finfer, Pogo Stick Guinness World Record Holder James Roumeliotis, and Fruit & Vegetable Production Field Specialist at UNH Jeremy DeLisle.

9/8/2023 • 38 minutes, 40 seconds

Dan opened the lines for conversation about festivals you may have attended that didn't go as planned!

9/7/2023 • 39 minutes, 44 seconds

Although Harvard University is consistently ranked one of the best to attend, it falls short in the free speech category. This year, the Ivy League university received zero points out of 100 from the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression’s annual rankings. Sean Stevens, Director of Polling and Analytics for FIRE, joined Dan with the findings.

9/7/2023 • 40 minutes, 19 seconds

Massachusetts’ Right to Shelter law is one of only three in the country, making the Bay State a desirable destination for migrants. Representative Peter Durant is calling for its repeal stating changes are needed. One solution offered was to make it only available to U.S. citizens. The Representative joined Dan to discuss.

9/7/2023 • 39 minutes, 2 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Washington Post Features Reporter Herb Scribner, Nurse Practitioner and Co-Director of Harm Reduction Services at the Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program Evan Russell, Director of the Parent Stress Line Kim Wollman, and State Treasurer and Receiver General of Massachusetts Deb Goldberg.

9/7/2023 • 39 minutes

Continued conversation about RFK Jr., his politics, activism, and what he'd be like as president. Then, Dan opened the lines to chat about robotaxis.

9/6/2023 • 40 minutes, 8 seconds

New York Times bestselling author Dick Russell has written many books about people and the environment. His latest book, The Real RFK Jr.: Trials of a Truth Warrior, discusses this politician’s activism, addiction demons, and environmental efforts. Russell joined Dan with insight on RFK, Jr.

9/6/2023 • 39 minutes, 56 seconds

Teens everywhere are being warned against trying the latest social media challenges as they can be harmful, or fatal. Worcester recently lost a teenager due to the “One Chip Challenge.” Dan talks about these dangers and how we can possibly protect our kids from them.

9/6/2023 • 39 minutes, 45 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Wayland Town Manager Michael McCall, Associate Chief of Emergency Medicine at Tufts Medical Center Dr. Matthew Mostofi, Department Chair of Mathematical Sciences at George Mason University Dr. Maria Emelianenko, and Director of Revenue for The Best Bees Company Delaney Dameron.

9/6/2023 • 38 minutes, 43 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Continued conversation about language, dialects, and all those English language pet peeves that make you cringe or drive you nuts!

9/5/2023 • 42 minutes, 23 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:For all intensive purposes, this paragraph was created to make you cringe. Irregardless of what you may think, it was created for no other reason then to prove a point. We've all got English language pet peeves that drive us nuts! What are yours?

9/5/2023 • 36 minutes, 53 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Have no fear, our local dialects aren’t going anywhere! There’s a growing thought that the English language is becoming more and more hom*ogenized, but words like “storrowing” proves otherwise. Joining Jordan to talk about our local lingo was Dr. Mary Dockray-Miller, Professor of English Language History at Lesley University.

9/5/2023 • 40 minutes, 37 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Hopefully you didn't labor on Labor Day! We have our late nineteenth century labor activists to thank for our day off. These activists were just looking for a little recognition for the many contributions they were making to America. Jordan asked the listener's to share the details of their first and current jobs in celebration!

9/5/2023 • 39 minutes, 4 seconds

Dan asked what what the highlight of your summer was! A trip? Lounging on the beach? A drive to see family? Listener's let Dan know what made their summer complete!

9/2/2023 • 41 minutes, 43 seconds

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg has appointed 24 new members to his Advisory Committee on Transportation Equity. Members include experts in community engagement, policy, advocacy, and diversity, equity, and inclusion, to name a few. Tonight, Dan spoke with one of its members, Sustainable Communities Program Director at GreenLatinos Andrea Marpillero-Colomina.

9/2/2023 • 40 minutes, 30 seconds

Quick update on the Dracut Middies Football. Representative Colleen Garry announced that football will be played this year at Dracut high school.Then, Boston City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson had her cell phone ripped right from her hands during a walkthrough at Mass. and Cass. Boston Police bodycam footage captured the moments just after her mugging. Dan expanded upon this story and asked for listener input.

9/2/2023 • 40 minutes, 34 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Executive Director of the Shirley-Eustis House Suzy Buchanan, Catherine Rymsha, leadership expert, author, TEDx speaker, and visiting lecturer at UMass Lowell, General Manager and Co-Producer of King Richard's Faire Aimée Shapiro Sedley, and Total Traffic Reporter Dan Mazella.

9/2/2023 • 39 minutes, 1 second

Continued conversation about how long is too long to hold political office. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell had another verbal relapse during a recent press conference raising concerns once again about his health. Could term limits be the answer?

9/1/2023 • 40 minutes, 44 seconds

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell had another verbal relapse during a recent press conference raising concerns once again about his health. How long is too long to hold office? Could term limits be the answer?

9/1/2023 • 40 minutes, 14 seconds

Dracut high school may not have a football team this year due to low enrollment. Players posted on X, “DHS Students - If you are not doing a sport this fall, go play football,” and “Help your classmates out!! You might like it.” Joining Dan to discuss was Representative Colleen Garry and Dracut Parent Neala Richardson.

9/1/2023 • 39 minutes, 54 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Chief of the Division of Infectious Diseases at Brigham and Women's Hospital Dr. Daniel Kuritzkes, Assistant Professor at Harvard Medical School Dr. Susan Abookire, Weather Observer & Education Specialist at the Mount Washington Observatory Francis Tarasiewicz, and Director of the Manchester Historical Museum Bob Booth.

9/1/2023 • 38 minutes, 54 seconds

A lawsuit filed by Republican candidate John Anthony Castro argues former President Donald Trump is constitutionally ineligible for the 2024 ballot in New Hampshire. The lawsuit claims Trump violated the 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, which bars anyone who engaged in or provided aid or comfort to an insurrection from holding office. Dan discussed the viability of the lawsuit.

8/31/2023 • 40 minutes, 22 seconds

Continued conversation about how shoplifting is cutting into and killing retailer's profits. Target states it's bracing to lose half a billion dollars this year because of rising theft and Dick's Sporting Goods has blamed its reduced second quarter profits on shoplifting.

8/31/2023 • 39 minutes, 30 seconds

Dick's Sporting Goods has blamed its reduced second quarter profits on shoplifting. Target is another retailer stating it's bracing to lose half a billion dollars this year because of rising theft. Jon Hurst, President of the Retailers Association of Massachusetts, joined Dan to discuss the rise in retail crime.

8/31/2023 • 38 minutes, 58 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Ricky Flynt, former head of the Alligator Program at the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks, Darlene Jacobs, Guiding Eyes for the Blind dog trainer, Connecticut DEEP Wildlife Division Director Jenny Dickson, and Anne Hartwell, Graduate Research Assistant at University of New Hampshire's Center for Coastal and Ocean Mapping.

8/31/2023 • 38 minutes, 16 seconds

In Somerville, cyclists say police should be focusing their efforts on more important things rather than giving out warnings to bikers who ride through red lights. The city councilors agree! Cyclist advocacy groups have cited the "Idaho Stop" which allows bicyclists to treat stop signs as yield signs and red lights as stop signs. Dan opened the lines for comment.

8/30/2023 • 40 minutes, 3 seconds

Continued conversation about how American's attitudes toward the work-life balance is changing, the economic outlook, and our changing attitudes toward salaries.

8/30/2023 • 39 minutes, 32 seconds

Americans are starting to realize that even though they're back to working full-time, their pay isn't quite covering their daily expenses. On top of the financial stress, there's layoff stress, health coverage stress, and even workplace social stress. Joining Dan to chat more about our changing views on life and work was freelance journalist Tanzina Vega.

8/30/2023 • 40 minutes, 58 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Accuweather Senior Meteorologist Bob Larson, Clinic Director for Ellie Mental Health Newton Martine Rossell, Astrophysicist at the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics Jonathan McDowell, and Museum of Science Charles Hayden Planetarium Lead Animator/Artistic Director and Educator Chuck Wilcox.

8/30/2023 • 36 minutes, 41 seconds

Dan opened the lines for listener comment on the 2024 Presidential candidates. He challenged the audience to call in and express their thoughts on who should be our next president.

8/29/2023 • 40 minutes, 57 seconds

According to a new Emerson College poll, former President Donald Trump lost some support from GOP primary voters after the debate. Several candidates saw an uptick, with former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley getting the largest boost. Emerson College Polling Director Spencer Kimball shared all the results with Dan.

8/29/2023 • 40 minutes, 48 seconds

On Friday, Mayor Michelle Wu shared the details of a new plan to reduce violence and clear encampments in the Mass. and Cass area. Today, the Mayor filed an ordinance which would ban tents and give police the authority to remove them in the area. Joining Dan with insight was Representative John F. Moran.

8/29/2023 • 40 minutes, 25 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Deputy Chief Engineer for Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) Jeff Parenti, Co-Founder & Executive Director of Speak for the Trees David Meshoulam, Danvers native and CEO for LexisNexis Risk Solutions Government Group Haywood Talcove, and Boston Bengals Pop Warner coach Domingos DaRosa.

8/29/2023 • 37 minutes, 40 seconds

At one point or another, we’ve all met a celebrity…whether it was planned or not. Maybe you saw one at an event? Perhaps you crossed paths at the airport? Dan asked who you've rubbed elbows with and how it all went!

8/26/2023 • 36 minutes, 48 seconds

Continued conversation about former President Donald Trump's historic mug shot, his skipping the GOP presidential primary debate, and his surrender in Georgia.

8/25/2023 • 40 minutes, 21 seconds

Former President Donald Trump is used to getting his picture taken, but today he made history by getting a different picture taken...a mug shot. Dan opened the phone lines for comment on the former President's surrender in Georgia and his historic mug shot.

8/25/2023 • 39 minutes, 6 seconds

New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu checked in and shared his thoughts on the first Republican presidential candidate debate. What were some of your favorite moments?

8/25/2023 • 42 minutes, 26 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was President of the Retailers Association of Massachusetts Jon Hurst, Communications Center Manager for MEMA Andrew Bagdonas, freelance journalist and former staff writer for the San Francisco Examiner Benjamin Schneider, and Director of Marine Mammal Rescue & Research at IFAW Brian Sharp.

8/25/2023 • 38 minutes, 16 seconds

Dan invited the listeners to comment on the night's first 2024 Republican presidential primary debate.

8/24/2023 • 40 minutes, 37 seconds

Join retired Boston Police Detective Joe Leeman on a good old-fashioned police ride-along as he takes you on a tour of Boston that features numerous crime scenes from the city’s past. Detective Leeman talked with Dan about what to expect on his true crime tour.

8/24/2023 • 38 minutes, 34 seconds

A private jet owned by Russia’s Wagner Group crashed tonight with no survivors. The passenger manifest included Yevgeny Prigozhin, head of the Wagner mercenary group that launched a rebellion against Russia’s army back in June. Joining Dan to talk more about Prigozhin’s history was Elizabeth Wood, MIT Professor of Soviet and Post-Soviet History and Faculty Director of the MIT-Eurasia and MIT-Ukraine Programs.

8/24/2023 • 39 minutes, 55 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Boston Globe Reporter Sean Murphy, Chief Economist at ZipRecruiter Julia Pollak, Stoneham Police Lieutenant David Thistle (member of the Stoneham Fire and Police Dive Team), and David Hibbett, PhD, Distinguished Professor of Biology at Clark University.

8/24/2023 • 38 minutes, 15 seconds

Dan opened the lines for listener input on the current migrant crisis, the 2024 presidential candidates, and more.

8/23/2023 • 39 minutes, 32 seconds

The first Republican presidential nomination debate will feature eight candidates with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy taking center stage. Suffolk University Pollster David Paleologos joined Dan to chat about the candidates and expectations for the first debate.

8/23/2023 • 40 minutes, 4 seconds

Woburn Mayor Scott Galvin is expecting about another 100 migrant families to join the 59 that have already been placed in area hotels. Massachusetts' Right to Shelter law is one of only three in the country which makes the Bay State an attractive destination for migrants. Mayor Galvin says all will be welcome despite the hardship and he joined Dan to discuss.

8/23/2023 • 39 minutes, 51 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was AARP Retirement and Social Security Editor Andy Markowitz, Assistant Teaching Professor of Public Health in the Department of Infectious Disease and Global Health at the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University Meera Gatlin, M.P.H., D.V.M., President and CEO of “See Plymouth” Lea Filson, and Chief Innovation & Strategy Officer at Northeast Arc Tim Brown.

8/23/2023 • 38 minutes, 58 seconds

Newly unveiled documents reflect that Hunter Biden's legal team once warned prosecutors they'd put President Biden on the stand if criminal charges were ever brought against their client. Hunter's lawyer at the time, Chris Clark, made the claim back in October 2022 after news leaked the Justice Department had enough evidence to charge Hunter with tax and gun-related crimes. Dan explored the story.

8/22/2023 • 31 minutes, 49 seconds

Continued conversation about a new survey that allows participants to influence the design of the Massachusetts state seal and motto! Choose from flora or fauna, cranberries, cod, a Mayflower, turkeys, and more! Take the survey here!

8/22/2023 • 47 minutes, 17 seconds

It’s your turn to influence the design of the Massachusetts state seal and motto! Participants of a new survey will be asked which flora or fauna they'd prefer and other options like cranberries, cod, a Mayflower, or turkeys. Dan got the survey in the mail and shared its contents!

8/22/2023 • 38 minutes, 16 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Cambridge City Councillor Patty Nolan, Chief Infection Control Officer for Tufts Medicine Doctor Shira Doron, Union Oyster House Owner Joe Milano, and Associate Professor of Economics at Boston University Adam Guren.

8/22/2023 • 39 minutes, 17 seconds

Dan asked the audience what their best advice to kids going to school was.

8/19/2023 • 41 minutes, 41 seconds

As the 22nd anniversary of the Sept. 11 terror attack approaches, there's a possible plea deal on the table to remove the death penalty against five of the remaining al-Qaeda terrorists currently serving time in Guantanamo Bay. The Pentagon and FBI notified some relatives of the nearly 3,000 people killed that day who expressed outrage over the prospect of the case ending short of a verdict. Dan had the latest.

8/19/2023 • 39 minutes, 51 seconds

A new policy at Worcester Catholic schools outlines that students must use pronouns that coincide with their biological sex. The policy also stated that bullying, harassment, or threats of violence will not be tolerated, and students must conduct themselves in a manner consistent with their biological sex. Dan asked the listeners their thoughts!

8/19/2023 • 41 minutes, 14 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Team Lead on the MBTA naloxone initiative at HCOPES Sajeev Kohli, Race Director & President of the Boston Triathlon Michael O'Neil, Massachusetts Cranberry Growers' Executive Director Brian Wick, and Accuweather Meteorologist John Feerick.

8/19/2023 • 37 minutes, 46 seconds

Continued conversation about the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruling that the FDA overstepped its authority by allowing the abortion pill mifepristone to be available without a prescription. If the Supreme Court agrees, it will roll back the work the federal government has been doing for the past 7 years to make the pills more accessible. Dan shared his thoughts and invited listeners to comment.

8/18/2023 • 40 minutes, 25 seconds

The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that the FDA overstepped its authority by allowing the abortion pill mifepristone to be available without a prescription. If the Supreme Court agrees, it will roll back the work the federal government has been doing for the past 7 years to make the pills more accessible. Dan shared his thoughts and invited listeners to comment.

8/18/2023 • 39 minutes, 3 seconds

Back in May, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled it is unconstitutional for local governments to seize the entire value of a property in order to pay off a much smaller delinquent property tax debt. So why is this still happening in Massachusetts? Attorney Chris Perry joined Dan for discussion.

8/18/2023 • 40 minutes, 47 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Land Use Manager and Principal Planner for MAPC (Metropolitan Area Planning Council) Chris Kuschel, National Fire Protection Association Engineer Brian O'Connor, Director of Dining Services for award-winning UMass Amherst Garett DiStefano, and Animal Trainer Bill Berloni.

8/18/2023 • 38 minutes, 10 seconds

Dan wanted your thoughts on the 2024 candidates for president. Should President Joe Biden be reelected? Will you be voting for former President Donald Trump? What are your thoughts on Florida Governor Ron DeSantis?

8/17/2023 • 41 minutes, 3 seconds

President Joe Biden continues to dodge questions when it comes to his son Hunter. During White House press conferences, Karine Jean-Pierre repeats her standard replies, insisting that further questions be directed to the Justice Department or Hunter Biden’s attorneys. Boston Globe Columnist Scot Lehigh feels Americans deserve more and he joined Dan to discuss.

8/17/2023 • 39 minutes

The Washington Commanders used to be known as the "Redskins" up until 2020. Now, a Native American group is petitioning to get the name changed back! According to the group, the name "Redskins" is "a status symbol for elite warriors." Do you think the Commanders should honor their request?

8/17/2023 • 37 minutes, 3 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was WBZ Radio Reporter Carl Stevens, Barnett Family Professor at Stanford University’s Graduate School of Education Dr. Thomas S. Dee, Native American Guardian Association (NAGA) President Eunice Davidson, and President & Managing Director of Arbor Global Kevin Eckert.

8/17/2023 • 40 minutes, 2 seconds

Continued conversation about former President Donald Trump's fourth indictment by a grand jury in Georgia in connection with efforts to change the 2020 presidential election results. The 41-count indictment also names Trump's top allies, including his lawyer Rudy Giuliani, his former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows, and a top former Justice Department official, Jeffrey Clark. Is a fourth time the charm?

8/16/2023 • 41 minutes, 29 seconds

Former President Donald Trump has been criminally charged for the fourth time by a grand jury in Georgia in connection with efforts to change the 2020 presidential election results. The 41-count indictment also names Trump's top allies, including his lawyer Rudy Giuliani, his former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows, and a top former Justice Department official, Jeffrey Clark. Is a fourth time the charm?

8/16/2023 • 41 minutes, 9 seconds

Victory over Japan Day marks the end of World War II which is considered one of the deadliest and destructive wars in history. V-J Day celebrations have dwindled over concerns of it being offensive to Japan. Rhode Island is the only state left to recognize the day as a state holiday. Should R.I. change the holiday’s name?

8/16/2023 • 39 minutes

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Florida Governor and 2024 Candidate for President Ron DeSantis, WalletHub Analyst Jill Gonzalez, Haverhill Mayor Jim Fiorentini, and Director of the Digital Wellness Lab at Boston Children's Hospital Dr. Michael Rich.

8/16/2023 • 40 minutes, 26 seconds

Former President Donald Trump has been criminally charged for the fourth time by a grand jury in Georgia in connection with efforts to change the 2020 presidential election results. The 41-count indictment also names Trump's top allies, including his lawyer Rudy Giuliani, his former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows, and a top former Justice Department official, Jeffrey Clark. Dan opened the lines for comment.

8/15/2023 • 41 minutes

Attorney General Merrick Garland has appointed Federal Prosecutor David Weiss as special counsel in the Hunter Biden investigation. Garland’s announcement comes about 10 months after Weiss allegedly told FBI and IRS officials he lacked authority to charge Hunter outside of Delaware. Dan expanded upon this development.

8/15/2023 • 38 minutes, 34 seconds

A judge has ruled in favor of Everett Mayor Carlo DeMaria in his defamation suit against the Everett Leader Herald and its owners. DeMaria’s attorney, Jeff Robbins, told the Boston Herald, "This is a highly unusual ruling in a defamation case, particularly one brought by a public official where the standard is demonstrating actual malice." DeMaria and Robbins joined Dan for discussion.

8/15/2023 • 39 minutes, 31 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Spokesperson for the American Red Cross of Massachusetts Jeff Hall, political commentator and former candidate for Mayor of San Francisco Richie Greenberg, AI Faculty Lead at the MIT Jameel Clinic Regina Barzilay, and Founder and GM of Solar Shepherd Daniel Finnegan.

8/15/2023 • 38 minutes, 38 seconds

Dan wanted to hear your disappointing brushes with celebrities. Did you ever meet a celebrity and were underwhelmed?

8/12/2023 • 41 minutes, 14 seconds

Continued conversation about Boston Mayor Michelle Wu's announcement that the city will move ahead with its plans to rebuild the Long Island Bridge which will create access to a future 35-acre addiction-recovery campus. Residents of Quincy have concerns over increased traffic, environmental impacts, and quality of life.

8/12/2023 • 38 minutes

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu says the city will move ahead with its plans to rebuild the Long Island Bridge which will create access to a future 35-acre addiction-recovery campus. Residents of Quincy have concerns over increased traffic, environmental impacts, and quality of life. Quincy Mayor Thomas P. Koch joined Dan to discuss.

8/12/2023 • 40 minutes, 30 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Director of Security Operations for Center for Internet Security Lee Myers, Founder of Dover Rug & Home Mahmud Jafri, Canton Little League Head Coach Ryan Archibald, and Public Affairs Specialist for AAA Northeast Mark Schieldrop.

8/12/2023 • 39 minutes, 43 seconds

Presidential hopeful Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says his request for Secret Service protection was denied by the Department of Homeland Security. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Kennedy wrote, "Since the assassination of my father in 1968, candidates for president are provided Secret Service protection. But not me." Dan shared his thoughts.

8/11/2023 • 41 minutes, 51 seconds

Continued conversation about ending the sentence to life without the possibility of parole. Senator Liz Miranda and Representative Christopher Worrell have introduced legislation that would allow people serving life sentences to be eligible for a parole hearing after 25 years. Good idea, or not?

8/11/2023 • 38 minutes, 7 seconds

The topic to end the sentence to life without the possibility of parole is in the headlines again. Senator Liz Miranda and Representative Christopher Worrell have introduced legislation that would allow people serving life sentences to be eligible for a parole hearing after 25 years. Good idea, or not?

8/11/2023 • 41 minutes, 50 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was CEO of Regan Communications Group George Regan and Shelly, Director of Showrooms at Frank Webb Home Mary Kate Lucas, Olympic swimmer and COO of Swim Across America Janel Jorgensen McArdle, and Media Relations Manager for the Animal Rescue League of Boston Mike DeFina.

8/11/2023 • 38 minutes, 54 seconds

Continued conversation about how the U.S. sent four warships into the Alaskan region in response to nearly a dozen Chinese and Russian military vessels moving near territorial waters around the Aleutian Islands. The foreign ships were apparently involved in joint military maneuvers. Is this a stark reminder of our vulnerabilities?

8/10/2023 • 40 minutes, 31 seconds

The U.S. sent four warships into the Alaskan region in response to nearly a dozen Chinese and Russian military vessels moving near territorial waters around the Aleutian Islands. The foreign ships were apparently involved in joint military maneuvers. Is this a stark reminder of our vulnerabilities?

8/10/2023 • 37 minutes, 47 seconds

Representatives Seth Moulton and Jake Auchincloss have voted for an amendment to military legislation to limit how race and racism are discussed at K-12 schools operated by the military. Congressman Moulton joined Dan to outline the content of this legislation and why he’s in favor of it.

8/10/2023 • 42 minutes, 9 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Executive Dir. of the SEMI Foundation Shari Liss, Washington Post Climate Advice Columnist Michael Coren, Co-Founder of Embark Adam Boyko, and Accuweather Meteorologist Carl Erickson.

8/10/2023 • 39 minutes

Dan continued car talk with a focus on the decline of proper service at many dealerships. He asked listeners for their positive car dealer experiences.

8/9/2023 • 40 minutes, 15 seconds

Less than 6 mos. after Corey Morris purchased a brand-new SUV, the check engine light came on. The dealership couldn’t figure out why and the manufacturer hasn’t replied yet. Meanwhile, Morris’ car sits on the driveway with an inspection rejection sticker on it. Boston Globe Reporter Sean P. Murphy detailed the story with Dan.

8/9/2023 • 43 minutes, 20 seconds

It’s been about a month since the full closure of the Sumner Tunnel. So how is the restoration project going? Joining Dan with full details was MassDOT Highway Superintendent Jonathan Gulliver.

8/9/2023 • 38 minutes, 57 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Canton Little League Head Coach Ryan Archibald, Officer with The Pew Charitable Trusts Justin Theal, CEO of Regan Communications Group George Regan, traveling nurse Shelly Vermani, and Nancy Frates (Pete Frates Mom - Ice Bucket Challenge).

8/9/2023 • 39 minutes, 32 seconds

The U.S. Women's National Team’s run has ended at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup. In a penalty shootout against Sweden, the U.S. made the earliest exit ever in tournament history. Were you shaken by this big upset?

8/8/2023 • 41 minutes, 29 seconds

At an Alabama GOP event this past Friday, former President Donald Trump made reference to his three criminal indictments, indicating that a fourth could help him land the White House in 2024. For analysis, Dan was joined by attorney Harvey Silverglate.

8/8/2023 • 40 minutes, 13 seconds

An independent arbitrator has ruled that the MA State Police must reinstate seven troopers who refused to be vaccinated for COVID-19. These troopers were on unpaid leave and can now return to work with retroactive pay if they choose. Joining Dan to share more on this story was the State Police Association of Mass. President Patrick McNamara.

8/8/2023 • 39 minutes, 52 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Western States Director for Power The Future Larry Behrens, CEO of Safr.Me and Security Awareness Trainer Robert Siciliano, Dr. Michelle DiBlasi, Chief of Inpatient Psychiatry at Tufts Medical Center, and owner of the Cross Street Flower Farm Nikki Bartley.

8/8/2023 • 41 minutes, 29 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:When people have diabetes, improper insulin production can cause blood sugars to rise and over time lead to serious health problems. Joining Morgan was Dr. David Nathan, Dir. of the Diabetes Center and Clinical Research Center at MA General Hospital.

8/5/2023 • 41 minutes, 39 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:This year marks the 46th anniversary of Elvis’ passing, and Graceland will celebrate his life and legacy August 9-17. Music lovers from around the world will gather to honor “Elvis the Pelvis” and Morgan chatted with Las Vegas-based tribute artist “Big Elvis” about the “King of Rock and Roll.”

8/5/2023 • 39 minutes, 55 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Get those toys, collectibles, and memorabilia ready for Gary Sohmers, the “King of Pop Culture”, known for his appraisals on the television program Antiques Roadshow. Morgan opened the lines so listener's could get their collectibles appraised!

8/5/2023 • 39 minutes

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:With a career that spans over five decades, ABC Radio Entertainment Reporter Bill Diehl continues to captivate audiences around the globe. Diehl credits his celebrity interview success to not being political or confrontational and just trying to make celebrities feel good. He joined Morgan to chat.

8/5/2023 • 38 minutes, 16 seconds

Jordan opened the lines for listener comment on whatever topic they wanted. He offered suggestions such as "if you had a talk show, what would you talk about?".

8/4/2023 • 41 minutes, 20 seconds

Jordan opened the lines for comment about your favorite television shows, actors, characters, and more.

8/4/2023 • 38 minutes, 44 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:We all love to be entertained, whether it be comedy, drama, science fiction, or reality. Television is a staple in American society and joining Jordan to talk about the past 8 decades of TV was author Harry Castleman.

8/4/2023 • 40 minutes, 4 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Mayor Michelle Wu has outlined the city is planning to take a major step to address safety issues in the Mass and Cass neighborhood. Joining Jordan for a first-hand look at the area was the Exec. Dir. of the Newmarket Business Improvement District, Sue Sullivan. Then Woody Giessmann, Founder of Right Turn, discussed addiction and recovery.

8/4/2023 • 37 minutes, 51 seconds

Jordan opened the phone lines up for comment on your favorite music, bands, best concert experience, and more!

8/3/2023 • 40 minutes, 53 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Since their formation in 1952, The Platters have entertained audiences around the world with hits like “Only You”, “The Great Pretender”, and “Smoke Gets in Your Eyes”. Although their members have changed, their voices and vision remain the same. Jordan spoke with the lead vocalist for The Platters, Lance Bernard Bryant, and their manager, Fred Balboni.

8/3/2023 • 37 minutes, 51 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:N.H. photographer Patrick Patterson spent the last 14 months living in Ukraine, documenting and collecting stories from everyday people living under the Russian occupation. Now, he’s sharing his photography in hopes of amplifying the voices of those who aren’t being heard. Patterson joined Jordan to discuss.

8/3/2023 • 42 minutes, 17 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Former President Donald Trump was indicted yesterday for his alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election results and block the transition of power. Joining Jordan to break it all down was lawyer and Harvard Law Professor Alan Dershowitz.

8/3/2023 • 39 minutes, 51 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Jordan opened the lines for comment on the upcoming presidential election and our current choices. He also revisted other topics covered this evening.

8/2/2023 • 41 minutes, 32 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:No, he didn't join Jordan here, but you can get a personal message from him on Cameo.com! Or maybe you have a favorite musician, athlete, or comedian you’d like to hear from? The Co-Founder and CEO of Cameo, Steven Galanis, joined Jordan to talk about how you can connect to your favorite stars!

8/2/2023 • 38 minutes, 31 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Last week, former military employees went before House lawmakers to talk about their firsthand experiences with UAPs. Our fascination with UFOs has sparked the creation of numerous television shows, books, and podcasts. So, what proof and truth are out there? Dr. Seth Shostak, Senior Astronomer at the SETI Institute, joined Jordan to discuss his work beyond the stars.

8/2/2023 • 40 minutes, 24 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:The epidemic of loneliness is spreading across our country. The U.S. Surgeon General has outlined that a lack of connection could increase your risk of premature death to levels comparable to smoking 15 cigarettes a day! Could faith communities be the answer? Rabbi Elan Babchuck joined Jordan to talk about how religious communities can heal loneliness.

8/2/2023 • 40 minutes, 24 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Continued conversation about all those favorite food products that have either gone by the wayside or come back to life! Table Talk Pies recently got a lift from a new president who plans to turn the company around by increasing the product line.

8/1/2023 • 41 minutes, 43 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Table Talk Pies is back in business! With a new president at the helm, Table Talk Pies plans to start an additional manufacturing line, introduce some new fruit flavors, and add some other desserts. Jordan asked listeners to share their favorite products that have either disappeared for good or were brought back to life!

8/1/2023 • 40 minutes, 29 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Senator Liz Miranda and Representative Christopher Worrell have introduced legislation to end the sentence of life in prison without parole. They stressed this isn't an automatic guarantee of getting out after serving 25 years, but rather an opportunity to go before a parole board. Jordan talked with Hilary Binda, co-producer of MyTERN (Tufts Education Reentry Network) about how they help people post-incarceration.

8/1/2023 • 38 minutes, 40 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Hunter Biden's former business associate, Devon Archer, testified to the House Oversight Committee today about President Biden's alleged involvement in his son's foreign business dealings. Archer outlined that Hunter would sometimes put the President on speakerphone to impress the room, but his father never talked about business. Joining Jordan to break it all down was Mike Coyne, Dean & Professor of Law at the MA School of Law, Andover.

8/1/2023 • 40 minutes, 16 seconds

Dan asked listeners what was the best advice they've ever been given and did they pass it on?

7/29/2023 • 41 minutes, 44 seconds

Dan has read the transcripts from the Hunter Biden investigation and will decipher its contents for you. How much money did Hunter earn? Who were his benefactors?Then, conversation continued with award-winning photojournalist and author Bill Brett who is well known for his long career at The Boston Globe. They talked about his new coffee table book that's coming out.

7/29/2023 • 40 minutes, 25 seconds

There’s no escaping it…we’re living in a world filled with artificial intelligence. Applications for this type of technology are growing every day and we're only scratching the surface of its possibilities. Joining Dan to expand upon this topic was Dr. Bart Kosko, Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering in the University of Southern California.

7/29/2023 • 40 minutes, 55 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Dan the “Tick Man”, Maggie Holtzberg with the Mass Cultural Council, Glen Gawarkiewicz, Senior Physical Oceanographer at Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, and Steven Maler, Founding Artistic Director of Commonwealth Shakespeare Company.

7/29/2023 • 39 minutes, 38 seconds

Continued conversation with Larry and Scott Rubenstein from Route 1 Auto who answered all your automotive questions! Take a listen!

7/28/2023 • 41 minutes, 44 seconds

Larry and Scott Rubenstein from Route 1 Auto were back to answer all your automotive questions! Take a listen!

7/28/2023 • 40 minutes, 10 seconds

Yesterday, a House Oversight subcommittee held a hearing on unidentified aerial phenomena and heard from three former military officials who expressed that the government knows more about UFOs than they're leading on and are in possession of “nonhuman” biological matter. Do you believe the government is hiding this type of information?

7/28/2023 • 38 minutes, 57 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Executive Director of the Massachusetts State Lottery Mark Bracken, FBI Special Agent Kristin Koch, Sand Sculptor Chris Guinto, and Kevin Winschel, creator of “Suds for Swings”.

7/28/2023 • 41 minutes, 14 seconds

Continued conversation about Hunter Biden pleading not guilty to federal tax charges after his plea deal fell through. Judge Maryellen Noreika stated she was not ready to accept a revised agreement between both parties. If a future agreement satisfies the judge, Hunter is expected to reverse his plea.

7/27/2023 • 40 minutes, 53 seconds

Hunter Biden pleaded not guilty to federal tax charges after his plea deal fell through. Judge Maryellen Noreika stated she was not ready to accept a revised agreement between both parties. If a future agreement satisfies the judge, Hunter is expected to reverse his plea. Dan opened the lines for comment.

7/27/2023 • 40 minutes, 23 seconds

A nonbinary gender designation on birth records is under consideration in Massachusetts. New legislation would add an "X" gender option for people who don't identify as male or female. Joining Dan to discuss was Boston Herald Reporter Chris Van Buskirk.

7/27/2023 • 40 minutes, 19 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Sports Commentator Bob Lobel, President and CEO of the Identity Theft Resource Center Eva Velasquez, WBZ Radio Anchor Nichole Davis, and Kate Fox, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism.

7/27/2023 • 37 minutes, 33 seconds

Continued conversation about House Republicans moving closer toward an impeachment inquiry into the foreign business activities of President Biden’s family. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy outlined they’re only following where the information has taken them.

7/26/2023 • 41 minutes, 16 seconds

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy says House Republicans are moving closer toward an impeachment inquiry into the foreign business activities of President Biden’s family. McCarthy outlined they’re only following where the information has taken them. Dan discussed this story.

7/26/2023 • 40 minutes, 17 seconds

Psychics, mediums, and other workers who “tell fortunes for money” are actually required to be licensed in Massachusetts. You probably wouldn’t think so, but Leanne Marrama, co-owner of Pentagram in Salem, MA, feels it’s absolutely necessary. She joined Dan to discuss.

7/26/2023 • 39 minutes, 39 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Boston Globe Sports Writer Kevin Paul Dupont, Marc Hurwitz, Food and Travel Writer for Boston Globe Magazine, Dr. Brian Yun, Vice Chair of Clinical Affairs in Boston Medical Center’s Department of Emergency Medicine, and WBZ Radio Reporter Kim Tunnecliffe.

7/26/2023 • 39 minutes, 42 seconds

Friday's World Cup opener in New Zealand caused quite a stir when much of the U.S. women's soccer team remained silent during The Star-Spangled Banner. The Vietnam players were seen singing their anthem with their hands on their chests while the silent Americans held their fists behind their backs. Are we losing patriotism in the U.S.?

7/25/2023 • 39 minutes, 53 seconds

Expansion is always on the minds of sports leagues and every city wants its own professional sports team. Americans want all sports, all the time. Hitting the ice this summer is 3ICE, a 3-on-3 hockey league, and Dan chatted with its CEO, E.J. Johnston, and Chief Hockey Officer Steve Baker.

7/25/2023 • 39 minutes, 17 seconds

It's a popular thought...that solving the climate crisis will require some sacrifices on our part. Those sacrifices may include driving less, eating less meat, and embracing solar power despite the higher cost. Would you be on board with the occasional blackout to prevent climate catastrophe?

7/25/2023 • 40 minutes, 58 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Stephen Rich, Dir. of the New England Regional Center of Vector-Borne Diseases and Microbiology Professor at UMass Amherst, Boston NAACP President Tanisha Sullivan, Accuweather Senior Meteorologist Brian Thompson, Dr. Pieter Cohen, Associate Professor of Medicine at the Cambridge Health Alliance.

7/25/2023 • 39 minutes, 33 seconds

Dan asked listeners to share their favorite summer movie picks!

7/22/2023 • 40 minutes, 12 seconds

The NYPD was heavily criticized for its treatment of protesters following the death of George Floyd. Now, New York City has agreed to pay more than $13 million to hundreds of people arrested during the 2020 demonstrations. Dan discussed this topic and asked for listener input.

7/22/2023 • 39 minutes, 22 seconds

Charles Benoit was first diagnosed with glioblastoma in 2011. Less than 1% of patients with this type of cancer survive longer than 10 years. Charlie is celebrating his 12th anniversary and talked with Dan about his journey.

7/22/2023 • 39 minutes, 2 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was New England Research Champion for the Alzheimer's Association Kristen Cusato, Dean of UMass Boston Manning College of Nursing and Health Sciences Bo Fernhall, Berklee College of Music Professor Greg Hopkins, and Blue Hill Observatory Board Member and Professor of Communications at Boston College Christine Caswell.

7/22/2023 • 39 minutes, 47 seconds

Even though the pandemic has ended, the argument over masks has not. Some businesses ask customers to wear a mask, others don’t. In-N-Out Burger made headlines with an employee mask-wearing ban. Dan asked for listener input!

7/21/2023 • 39 minutes, 37 seconds

New York City Mayor Eric Adams is trying a different approach to reduce the influx of migrants coming to his city. Mayor Adams announced they will distribute flyers at the southern border to warn migrants that if they choose NYC as their home, they may not find any help. Do you think it will make a difference?

7/21/2023 • 39 minutes, 32 seconds

The crackdown on people driving off-road vehicles in the streets of Boston is in full swing. It’s illegal to ride ATVs and dirt bikes down city roads and the police are looking for your help. Dan shared the details of this story.

7/21/2023 • 39 minutes, 39 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Massachusetts Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll, New Hampshire Republican Party Chairman Chris Ager, Travel Expert with NerdWallet Sally French, Boston Police Deputy Superintendent Pam Harris.

7/21/2023 • 42 minutes, 19 seconds

Pop quiz! Is it still acceptable to use the term “low-income?” According to the polling firm Morning Consult, which surveyed over 4,000 Americans, it’s really not. Only 33% said it’s still acceptable. Dan shared more words you may be using, but probably shouldn’t.

7/20/2023 • 36 minutes, 21 seconds

Singer/songwriter Don McLean has given us more than just American Pie! Over his 40-year career, he's pumped out 18 albums and over 200 songs. McLean joined Dan to talk about his tour dates and documentary, “The Day The Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's American Pie.”

7/20/2023 • 41 minutes, 30 seconds

Boston City Councilor Kendra Lara plead not guilty to traffic charges related to her alleged high-speed crash into a home in Jamaica Plain last month. Lara outlined she is “committed to seeing” the legal process through and expressed “faith and trust in the court process.” Dan expanded upon this story and invited listener comment.

7/20/2023 • 39 minutes, 13 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Boston Herald Reporter Chris Van Buskirk, Public Affairs Specialist for AAA Northeast Mark Schieldrop, Boston Globe Travel Writer Chris Muther, Media Relations Manager for the Animal Rescue League of Boston Mike DeFina.

7/20/2023 • 39 minutes, 18 seconds

Continued conversation about former President Donald Trump's receival of a target letter in the Jan. 6 investigation and possible indictment on charges related to efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election. Dan broke down the facts and asked for caller input.

7/19/2023 • 40 minutes, 48 seconds

Former President Donald Trump has confirmed that he is a target of the Jan. 6 investigation and could be indicted on charges related to efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election. Dan broke down the facts and asked for caller input.

7/19/2023 • 38 minutes, 25 seconds

The debate over keeping or eliminating the MCAS exam continues and raises questions as to whether standardized testing helps or hurts in preparing students for college and careers. Dan explored the MCAS graduation requirement with Jim Peyser, former Massachusetts Secretary of Education.

7/19/2023 • 39 minutes, 36 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Suffolk University Political Science Professor Christina Kulich, Vice President of Urban Policy for American Forests Joel Pannell, Professor of Global Health at Boston University School of Medicine Dr. David Hamer, Division Chief of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Cambridge Health Alliance Dr. Nick Carson.

7/19/2023 • 38 minutes, 45 seconds

The bipartisan group No Labels held its first in a series of Common Sense town halls with keynote speakers Sen. Joe Manchin and Gov. Jon Huntsman. Manchin has expressed recently that he “hasn’t ruled out anything or ruled in anything.” Is a third-party candidate on the 2024 presidential election horizon?

7/18/2023 • 42 minutes, 3 seconds

On Friday, a Midtown Manhattan architect was charged with the murder of three women in a case that has stumped authorities for more than a decade on Long Island. During his arrest, Rex Heuermann had only one question - "Is it in the news?" Northeastern University Criminologist Jamie Fox joined Dan with analysis.

7/18/2023 • 39 minutes, 52 seconds

The Boston Bengals Pop Warner football season almost ended before it began. Coach Domingos DaRosa started dismantling the program due to a lack of funds, but after a brief GoFundMe campaign, Ernie Boch, Jr. stepped up and donated $15,000. Both DaRosa and Boch joined Dan to talk about it!

7/18/2023 • 41 minutes, 54 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was WBZ NewsRadio Anchor Nichole Davis, Amruta Nori-Sarma, Assistant Professor of Environmental Health at Boston University, Bristol County Sheriff Paul Heroux, and WBZ NewsRadio Reporter Carl Stevens.

7/18/2023 • 39 minutes, 5 seconds

What's your favorite dog breed? Listener's called in and expressed their love for all types of dogs.

7/15/2023 • 41 minutes, 26 seconds

A new 140-page omnibus bill, if passed, would make sweeping changes to Massachusetts gun laws. Jim Wallace, Executive Director of the Gun Owners' Action League, joined Dan to outline how this bill affects current and future gun owners in the Bay State.

7/15/2023 • 40 minutes, 22 seconds

Opioid-related deaths are startlingly high throughout New England, well above the national average. Dr. Heidi Ginter, Chief Medical Officer for Recovery Centers of America, joined Dan with information about why these death rates have increased and what treatments are available.

7/15/2023 • 39 minutes, 55 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Bloomberg’s Janet Lorin, Exec. Dir. of the Massachusetts Coalition to Prevent Gun Violence Ruth Zakarin, AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Brian Thompson, and Sports Producer Tom Shaer.

7/15/2023 • 39 minutes, 19 seconds

The Hills Are Alive…with the sound of music from the North Shore Music Theatre! Owner/Producer Bill Hanney chatted with Dan about the magic of theater and how it enriches our lives.

7/14/2023 • 41 minutes, 46 seconds

The Secret Service ended its search for the person who dropped a small bag of cocaine in the White House. Testing yielded “insufficient DNA” and no fingerprints. Dan discussed this story.

7/14/2023 • 38 minutes, 55 seconds

The FDA has approved an oral contraceptive for over-the-counter sales. Opill does not require a prescription for any users of reproductive age. Should we be allowing teens to make these types of decisions on their own?

7/14/2023 • 39 minutes, 18 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was Spokesperson for Mass Task Force 1 Tom Gatzunis, AP Entertainment Writer Andrew Dalton, UMass Lowell Associate Professor Heidi Fantasia, WBZ Radio Reporter Kim Tunnecliffe.

7/14/2023 • 37 minutes, 47 seconds

No matter when you shop online, scammers are looking to bait you into their traps. Some offer “too good to be true” sales and others mimic legitimate websites to collect your personal information. Have you ever been scammed online? How did you resolve your issue?

7/13/2023 • 40 minutes, 54 seconds

A young man, growing up on the rugged coast of Maine, struggles with a troubling temper and a painful secret of his origins...Boston Globe Columnist Scot Lehigh joined Dan with his debut coming-of-age novel.

7/13/2023 • 40 minutes, 3 seconds

As migrants continue to overwhelm state resources in Massachusetts, the question of cost arises. State Representative Peter Durant has inquired about the total cost to taxpayers, and he joined Dan to discuss his findings.

7/13/2023 • 39 minutes, 18 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was MDAR Commissioner Ashley Randle, Chief Spokesperson for the BBB Paula Fleming, National Weather Service Meteorologist Kyle Pederson, and Director of Aviation for Manchester-Boston Regional Airport Ted Kitchens.

7/13/2023 • 37 minutes, 32 seconds

The Biden administration has decided to send cluster munitions to Ukraine, despite the weapons’ risk to civilians and disapproval of use from other countries. Should we be sending these controversial bombs to Ukraine?

7/12/2023 • 41 minutes, 1 second

Grant Williams will be leaving the Boston Celtics for the Dallas Mavericks, partially due to the Massachusetts Millionaires Tax. Williams did the math and knew he’d make more money in Texas. Will other players follow suit?

7/12/2023 • 37 minutes, 54 seconds

The Town of Westford’s selectmen have voted to replace Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples Day. The recommendation came from the town’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee. Dan asked for listener input.

7/12/2023 • 38 minutes, 46 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was WCAX Channel 3 News Reporter and 11 Anchor Christina Guessferd, Karyn Lewis, director of the Center for School and Student Progress at NWEA, Sarah Cassell, Managing Director of Marketing and Communications for The Trustees of Reservations, and Christian Teja, Director of Communications for the Massachusetts State Lottery Commission.

7/12/2023 • 39 minutes, 6 seconds

Ben & Jerry's is receiving backlash after a tweet they posted called for the U.S. to “return indigenous land.” A Vermont Native American chief is calling out the ice cream makers stating their headquarters is built on Native land. Dan shared his thoughts.

7/11/2023 • 40 minutes, 43 seconds

Boston City Councilor Kendra Lara has issued an apology after crashing her car into a home in Jamaica Plain, stating she still plans to serve on the City Council. Lara faces several charges including driving an unregistered car with a revoked license. Should the Councilor still be allowed to serve?

7/11/2023 • 40 minutes, 14 seconds

A unanimous verdict was unattainable in the Emanuel Lopes trial after nearly two weeks of deliberation. Lopes was charged with the murder of a Weymouth Police Sergeant and an innocent bystander. Judge Beverly Cannone declared a mistrial today and Dan discussed the case.

7/11/2023 • 39 minutes, 37 seconds

Dan kicked off the show with an examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was attorney Phil Tracy, WBZ Traffic Reporter Dan Mazella, Debra Poutsiaka, Interim Chief of the Division of Geographic Medicine and Infectious Diseases at Tufts Medical Center, and WBZ Radio Anchor Nichole Davis.

7/11/2023 • 39 minutes, 34 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:It’s a staple in Hollywood…actors reprising their most famous roles. Tom Cruise as Maverick, Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker, and most recently Harrison Ford as Indiana Jones. Is it yea or nay for older actors to revisit their younger roles?

7/8/2023 • 43 minutes, 1 second

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Jordan had an unpleasant experience at a North End restaurant and shared it with the audience. He invited everyone to chime in with their thoughts!

7/8/2023 • 39 minutes, 19 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Harvard Professor Avi Loeb has recovered fragments of a meteor that he believes may be from alien technology. Samples are currently being analyzed and Loeb joined Jordan to share his team’s preliminary findings.

7/8/2023 • 40 minutes, 56 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Leqembi, a drug meant to slow the progression of Alzheimer's, has been granted full FDA approval. Joining Jordan to expand upon this was the CEO of the Massachusetts/New Hampshire Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association, Jim Wessler.

7/8/2023 • 40 minutes, 11 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:They’re everywhere! Little tips and tricks that are intended to make our lives easier. Jordan shared some favorites and asked for input from the listening audience about life hacks they live by.

7/7/2023 • 41 minutes, 45 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Gloucester is celebrating 400+ years of history and 70+ years of the Cape Ann Symphony! As a music lover, Jordan invited the music director and conductor of the Cape Ann Symphony Orchestra, Yoichi Udagawa, to chat about this special event.

7/7/2023 • 40 minutes, 21 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Aimed at competing with Twitter, Meta launched a similar social media network called Threads. Within 18 hours, it had more than 30 million sign-ups! To learn more, Jordan chatted with David Gerzof Richard, PR and Digital Media Professor at Emerson College and CEO of the PR Agency BIG FISH.

7/7/2023 • 40 minutes, 5 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Federal health officials are encouraging Americans to get an RSV inoculation, along with their flu and COVID vaccines this fall. Are you up for a third jab? Joining Jordan to sort out the details was Dr. Ofer Levy, Dir. of the Precision Vaccines Program in the Dept. of Pediatrics at Boston Children’s Hospital.

7/7/2023 • 37 minutes, 56 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Continued conversation about all those great iconic stores that have fallen by the wayside. Christmas Tree Shops announced it's closing it's doors unless someone swoops in to save the day!

7/6/2023 • 42 minutes, 40 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:First, it was Bed, Bath & Beyond, now it’s Christmas Tree Shops. Unless someone swoops in to save the day, Christmas Tree Shops will be closing its doors in the coming weeks. Jordan reminisced about all those great iconic stores that have fallen by the wayside.

7/6/2023 • 30 minutes, 57 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Last week SCOTUS shot down Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan, which means millions of borrowers must now plan for the return of payments. To help prepare, Jordan spoke with Donald Kerr, Director of Student Lending and College Services at AAA Northeast Bank.

7/6/2023 • 41 minutes, 10 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:The Sumner Tunnel is now officially closed until August 31. So how bad was the slowdown today? Total Traffic's Dan Mazella joined Jordan with all the answers.

7/6/2023 • 39 minutes, 35 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Author Peter Altschul fully believes that common ground is obtainable, no matter what the situation, if we just find the patience, skill, and grace to create it. Altschul shared his wisdom with Morgan and the listening audience.

7/5/2023 • 41 minutes, 13 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Emmy Award-winning Arts and Entertainment Critic Joyce Kulhawik joined Morgan to review and preview all the summertime box office arrivals!

7/5/2023 • 41 minutes, 55 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Continued conversation with Kenny Meyer, celebrated broadcaster and producer, and authority on the Golden Age of Radio, has met and interviewed hundreds of celebrities. He joined Morgan to talk about his 40+ years in the business and whom he’s met along the way!

7/5/2023 • 40 minutes, 55 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Kenny Meyer, celebrated broadcaster and producer, and authority on the Golden Age of Radio, has met and interviewed hundreds of celebrities. He joined Morgan to talk about his 40+ years in the business and whom he’s met along the way!

7/5/2023 • 40 minutes, 48 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Continued conversation with noted author and historian Anthony Sammarco and Morgan about Boston's rich history and more.

7/4/2023 • 41 minutes

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:If it's happened in Boston, noted author and historian Anthony Sammarco knows about it! Listen here as Morgan talks with Sammarco about Beantown’s rich history and beyond.

7/4/2023 • 40 minutes, 42 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Sportsworld in Saugus, MA, is New England’s largest Boston and national sports memorabilia shop! From autographs to trading cards, store owner Phil Castinetti has what you seek! He joined Morgan to outline some sought-after favorites.

7/4/2023 • 39 minutes, 51 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:In 2021, Terry E. Carter was named the inaugural "Poet Laureate" of the City of Medford, MA. His two-year term has come to an end and he joined Morgan to celebrate his achievements.

7/4/2023 • 41 minutes, 33 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Continued conversation about "The Twilight Zone" with Morgan and producer, screenwriter, author, and film historian, Steven Jay Rubin. Find out what made this sci-fi horror television series so popular!

7/1/2023 • 42 minutes, 9 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Listen here as Morgan and producer, screenwriter, author, and film historian, Steven Jay Rubin, enter “The Twilight Zone.” Find out what made this sci-fi horror television series so popular!

7/1/2023 • 38 minutes, 31 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Radio personality Bradley Jay has worn many hats, from surgical technician to DJ to talk host. You can find him broadcasting regularly on Facebook or traveling the world. Jay joined Morgan to talk about his adventures!

7/1/2023 • 39 minutes, 39 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Renowned comedian and impersonator Rich Little is still the master mimic of over 200 voices! Listen here as Little chat with Morgan about his career and appearances in Las Vegas.

7/1/2023 • 39 minutes, 18 seconds

Continued conversation about the Supreme Court ruling that race can no longer be a factor in the college admissions process for higher education institutions.

6/30/2023 • 40 minutes, 45 seconds

The Supreme Court has ruled that race can no longer be a factor in the college admissions process. Civil rights attorney Harvey Silverglate joined Dan to outline what that means for higher education institutions moving forward.

6/30/2023 • 39 minutes, 58 seconds

The doctor was in! Ophthalmologist Dr. Laura Fine, who specializes in cataract surgery and the medical, surgical and laser treatment of glaucoma, joined Dan to answer all your questions about eye health.

6/30/2023 • 40 minutes, 2 seconds

Dan kicks off the show with examination and exploration of today’s top stories with various experts and reporters. Joining the program was AP reporter Mark Sherman, WBZ Reporter Madison Rogers, Accuweather Meteorologist John Feerick, and Boston Globe Reporter Emily Sweeney.

6/30/2023 • 38 minutes, 18 seconds

How many hot dogs can you eat? Well Oxford’s Geoffrey Esper plans to eat 50 at this year’s Nathan’s Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest on Coney Island! He joined Dan with the plan.

6/29/2023 • 41 minutes, 23 seconds

The NYC DEP wants owners of coal-fired ovens to reduce their smoke emissions, a move that will cost pizzeria owners some serious dough. Will this reduce the flavor of beloved NY pies? Pizzeria owner Paulie Gee joined Dan to discuss.

6/29/2023 • 38 minutes, 52 seconds

Boston Globe Columnist Scot Lehigh feels President Biden demonstrates poor judgement when it comes to his son. Do you think Hunter should be shaking hands at official White House functions? Lehigh joined Dan for comment.

6/29/2023 • 32 minutes, 56 seconds

We’ve covered the impact of the Sumner Tunnel closing, but what work is actually being done? Joining Dan with answers was MassDOT Highway Superintendent Jonathan Gulliver.

6/29/2023 • 38 minutes, 39 seconds

Dan talked about how New York City isn't the city we used to know. Topics included recent instances of crime, emissions regulations, and he opened the phone lines for comment.

6/28/2023 • 40 minutes, 54 seconds

Yevgeny Prigozhin's attempted coup against Vladimir Putin in Russia shook the world - briefly. What was he thinking? Former adjunct professor at Georgetown Law School Chris Mailander says Prigozhin's actions fit a common archetype and joined Dan to explain.

6/28/2023 • 37 minutes, 58 seconds

Reading and math scores are up in Mississippi! Dr. Laurie Todd-Smith, former Senior Ed. Policy and Workforce Advisor to Gov. Phil Bryant knows a bit about why and joined Dan to share their secret!

6/28/2023 • 40 minutes, 36 seconds

The Sumner Tunnel will be closed for maintenance July 5 through August 31. How will this impact airport traffic? Joining Dan from Massport was CEO Lisa Wieland and the Director of Aviation, Ed Freni.

6/28/2023 • 39 minutes, 26 seconds

Continued conversation about Russian President Vladimir Putin's brush with an attempted coup when a Kremlin-allied mercenary group (Wagner) started marching toward Moscow. As Putin scrambled to defend the capital, Wagner's leader Yevgeny Prigozhin ordered his group to return to base.

6/27/2023 • 41 minutes, 32 seconds

Russian President Vladimir Putin recently faced his biggest threat from an attempted coup. Dan was joined by Matthew Schmidt, Associate Professor of National Security and Political Science at the University of New Haven, to sort out the details.

6/27/2023 • 40 minutes, 12 seconds

Residents of two Newton neighborhoods had been warned to stay vigilant after three elderly people were found stabbed to death in a home yesterday. Police had no leads at the beginning of this broadcast but news broke later that there was an arrest made in the case. WBZ's Nichole Davis joined the program with an update. Dan asked listeners, "How safe do you feel in your community?"

6/27/2023 • 38 minutes, 12 seconds

A Duxbury mother experiencing postpartum depression and potentially postpartum psychosis is accused of strangling her three young children. Senator Joan Lovely and Perinatal Psychiatrist at UMass Chan Medical School Dr. Nancy Byatt discussed all aspects of postpartum psychosis.

6/27/2023 • 39 minutes, 40 seconds

Dan wanted to know what Big Summer Adventure his listeners had planned. From a day at the beach to an overseas itinerary. Find out what Dan's big adventure this summer will be!

6/24/2023 • 42 minutes

According to a Biden administration official, the US has been aware of China’s spying from Cuba for some time. The Chinese espionage base sits about 90 miles from Florida. Dan detailed this story and asked for listener input on US-China relations.

6/24/2023 • 39 minutes, 22 seconds

94-year-old Salvatore Del Deo is in the fight of his life. The celebrated painter is close to being evicted from his Provincetown cottage which he’s lived in for 77 years! His son, Romolo, joined Dan to talk about his father's plight.

6/24/2023 • 40 minutes, 18 seconds

Massachusetts saw more than 2,300 people die in 2022 from overdoses, with fentanyl leading the pack. A new report reveals today’s drugs are more dangerous because they’re usually mixed for a better high. Dan discussed the continued opioid crisis.

6/24/2023 • 38 minutes, 9 seconds

Continued conversation about whether a visit to the Titanic in a tiny vessel was worth the risk. Dan opened the lines to listeners for their thoughts about high risk adventures.

6/23/2023 • 40 minutes, 36 seconds

After days of hope that the passengers of the Titanic-bound submersible would be rescued, a debris field has been determined to be the imploded remains of the Titan. Is this sort of adventure worth the risk? Dan spoke with listeners about their thoughts on high risk adventures.

6/23/2023 • 39 minutes, 16 seconds

Former Virginia Attorney General Kenneth Cuccinelli was at the Boston Marriott Newton recently pitching his Never Back Down PAC which supports Ron DeSantis for President in 2024. Dan talked with Cuccinelli about the DeSantis campaign.

6/23/2023 • 39 minutes, 7 seconds

Massport’s urging travelers not to drive to Logan Airport this summer as the Sumner Tunnel will be closed. Dan’s already witnessed traffic jams with only weekend tunnel closings! Brittany Morgan, Chief of Staff for the Rhode Island Airport Corporation, shared some alternatives.

6/23/2023 • 38 minutes, 33 seconds

The USDA gave the green light for the sale of “lab-grown” chicken. The move ushers in a whole new way of producing meat. But don’t rush to the grocery stores just yet! For now, this meat will only be appearing in two exclusive restaurants, one in San Francisco and one in Washington, D.C. Are you looking forward to trying “cell-cultivated” meat?

6/22/2023 • 41 minutes, 11 seconds

Continued conversation about banning single-use plastic bags in Massachusetts and what impact it may have on the consumer and the environment. A new bill, if passed, will ban all single-use plastic bags in all stores in Massachusetts.

6/22/2023 • 38 minutes, 48 seconds

Many stores in Massachusetts have already banned single-use plastic bags, but a new bill, if passed, will prohibit all Mass. retail stores from handing out these bags. Retailers fear customer price increases as paper bag alternatives cost significantly more per unit to produce, purchase, and ship to the Commonwealth. Dan talked with Janet Domenitz, Executive Director of MASSPIRG, who expanded upon the topic.

6/22/2023 • 39 minutes, 47 seconds

There are lots of kids under the age of 18 who have expressed their desire to vote and Cambridge mom, Robin Chen, fights daily on their behalf. As Co-Founder of the Children’s Voting Colloquium, Chen leads a community of thought leaders and influencers in Massachusetts and beyond who are fighting for change. Robin Chen joined Dan for discussion and invited one of the nation’s foremost experts on children’s rights, Barbara Bennett Woodhouse, to the conversation.

6/22/2023 • 38 minutes, 26 seconds

Continued conversation about Hunter Biden's agreement with the Justice Department to plead guilty to misdemeanor tax offenses and enter a pretrial diversion agreement on a felony firearm offense charge which allows him to avoid prosecution. Dan's question was whether the average Joe would have been offered the same deal.

6/21/2023 • 41 minutes, 16 seconds

Hunter Biden reached an agreement with the Justice Department to plead guilty to misdemeanor tax offenses and enter a pretrial diversion agreement on a felony firearm offense charge which allows him to avoid prosecution. The deal ends a long-running investigation and avoids a trial that would have created ongoing distracting White House headlines. House Oversight Committee Chair James Comer released a statement saying the plea agreement reveals a "two-tiered system of justice." Do you think the average Joe would have been offered the same deal?

6/21/2023 • 40 minutes, 22 seconds

Visit this GoFundMe to assist: https://www.gofundme.com/f/tbarefugeesA former native Afghan interpreter for the US military and his family are facing homelessness. Abdul (using only his first name for the safety of relatives who still live in Afghanistan) began working with the US at the age of 17, first as a translator, then acquiring other roles during the war in Afghanistan. His career came to an abrupt halt when he stepped on an IED and lost his leg. Members of the Temple B’nai Abraham in Beverly community have been able to provide temporary housing since February when Abdul, his wife, and five children came to the US on a Special Immigrant Visa but are now seeking temporary or permanent housing for them on the North Shore. Dan talked with Rabbi Alison Adler and Abdul about how you can help.

6/21/2023 • 39 minutes, 25 seconds

Rescuers are racing against time to find a missing submersible with five passengers on board that set out Sunday morning on a tourist voyage to view the Titanic. Coast Guard officials say contact with the sub was lost about an hour and 45 minutes into the dive and time is of the essence as the vessel only holds a total of 96 hours of oxygen. US Coast Guard Northeast crews are searching for the vessel in 13,000 feet deep waters in a challenging remote area. Dan provided the latest information.

6/21/2023 • 40 minutes, 2 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Jordan explored mnemonics and rogue learning as he talks more about the English language, memorization techniques for learning the basics, and our overall cultural literacy.

6/20/2023 • 41 minutes

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:In a recent episode of Jeopardy!, three contestants were stumped by an easy $200 question under the category “Dadjectives.” None of the contestants even attempted to answer the question. For $200 they were asked, "Matthew 6:9 says, 'Our Father, which art in heaven,' This 'be thy name.'" The clip went viral on Twitter with one account holder outlining their 5-year-old even knows the entire Lord's Prayer. Jordan dove into the question, “What do we not know but probably should?”

6/20/2023 • 38 minutes, 44 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Continued conversation with Peter Drummey, Chief Historian and Stephen T. Riley Librarian for the Massachusetts Historical Society, who shared the history of Juneteenth, emancipation, and those who led the way to freedom.

6/20/2023 • 42 minutes, 56 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:On June 19, 1865, in Galveston, Texas, Major General Gordon Granger, a US Army officer and Union General during the Civil War, announced that all slaves were free. This news came two years after President Abraham Lincoln had issued the Emancipation Proclamation which declared "that all persons held as slaves" within the rebellious states "are, and henceforward shall be free." Jordan welcomed Peter Drummey, Chief Historian and Stephen T. Riley Librarian for the Massachusetts Historical Society, to expand upon the history of Juneteenth.

6/20/2023 • 39 minutes, 45 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:From the 1950s to the 2020s, father figures on TV have been everything from strong patriarchs to complex, colorful, and even neurotic characters. They faced everyday parenting challenges just like us, so it was easy to relate. Jim O’Kane, creator of TVDads.com, joined Jordan to talk about all those wild and crazy guys!

6/17/2023 • 39 minutes, 59 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:He may not wear a cape, probably won’t beat a speeding bullet, and most likely feels like he’s been run over by a locomotive than more powerful than one…..He’s the stay-at-home dad, and moms all around the country are grateful for him! It’s easy to find clubs and groups for stay-at-home moms, but did you know there’s a father’s network available? Joining Jordan to celebrate Dad was Matt Strain, a Member of the Board of Directors for The National At-Home Dad Network.

6/17/2023 • 39 minutes, 46 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Jimmy Blanco was an incredible man. He defied the odds and became one of the longest-living survivors of the world's deadliest brain cancer without the assistance of traditional medicine. He fought for eight years, using natural medicine, a radical diet, mental focus, and faith in God. Fifteen years after his death, an unfinished book he'd been writing was discovered and his daughter, Jamie Blanco, took it upon herself to finish it. She joined Jordan to share, How One Man Fought the World's Deadliest Brain Tumor on His Terms and Won.

6/17/2023 • 40 minutes, 33 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:First: Taunton Mayor Shaunna O'Connell joined the program asking for the public's help in finding her 18-year-old daughter Riley who has been missing since Wednesday, June 14, 2023, after leaving a treatment center in Hilliard, Ohio. She was last seen in the area of 5400 Scioto Darby Road wearing black shorts and a pink shirt. She has blonde hair, is 5’5”, and weighs 125 pounds. Anyone with information is asked to call 911. Then: A Salem woman, owner of Kat's Creepy Creations, was recently indicted after her store was raided back in March by the FBI as part of a federal investigation. A December Instagram post for her shop boasted "cool displays" featuring "real human vertebrae." The investigation led to the manager of the morgue at Harvard Medical School who, along with several others, has been charged with trafficking in stolen human remains. A Massachusetts man has now launched a class-action lawsuit against the school and the former morgue manager as he believes his mother’s remains were among the ones sold. Jordan opened the phone lines for comment.

6/17/2023 • 37 minutes, 48 seconds

Several people have been charged with trafficking in stolen human remains, one of which was the manager of the morgue at Harvard Medical School. Another is a Salem woman whose shop, "Kat's Creepy Creations," was raided by the FBI back in March. Katrina Maclean purchased remains from the manager at the Harvard Medical School morgue before reselling them to others in multiple states, including Massachusetts. Dan opened the phone lines for listener comment on the story.

6/15/2023 • 39 minutes, 57 seconds

For more than two decades, Robert Hanssen, a former FBI agent, spied off and on for Moscow during and after the Cold War. He spied through the terms of four presidents and three FBI directors and became one of the most damaging espionage cases in American history. Lis Wiehl, a former Federal Prosecutor, daughter of an FBI agent, and author of A Spy in Plain Sight: The Inside Story of the FBI and Robert Hanssen, joins Dan to share an inside perspective on how Hanssen fooled so many for so long.

6/15/2023 • 38 minutes, 1 second

To get ahead of the July 1 implementation of the Work and Family Mobility Act, the RMV is adding more staff and extending hours to handle what they expect to be a flood of new applicants for driver’s licenses. Under the new law, applicants will only have to provide two forms of identity, such as a foreign passport and birth certificate or a passport and marriage certificate. Opponents have expressed concerns that allowing the undocumented to obtain these privileges reserved for U.S. citizens only encourages others to follow suit, also warning that undocumented immigrants might illegally use a driver’s license to vote. Dan is looking for your thoughts!

6/15/2023 • 40 minutes, 57 seconds

The Boston City Council passed a $4.2 billion operating budget that includes a nearly $31 million reduction in Boston Police Department funds. Boston Police Patrolmen’s Association President Larry Calderone expressed his disappointment by stating, “Sadly, we continue to see Councilors proudly displaying their anti-police bias while exploiting the budget process to hurt the very same families and neighborhoods they claim to represent.” Calderone joined Dan for a discussion.

6/15/2023 • 38 minutes, 21 seconds

Continued conversation about how former Obama Attorney General Eric Holder has suggested that even if former President Donald Trump wins the 2024 presidency, he hopes lawmakers take up impeachment proceedings if Trump is convicted of a federal crime.

6/14/2023 • 41 minutes, 8 seconds

Former Obama Attorney General Eric Holder has suggested that even if former President Donald Trump wins the 2024 presidency, he hopes lawmakers take up impeachment proceedings if Trump is convicted of a federal crime. Dan explained and opened the lines for comment.

6/14/2023 • 39 minutes, 16 seconds

The Greater Taunton Amateur Baseball Umpires Association (GTABUA) and Taunton West Little League (TWLL) stopped officiating games after two of their umpires received violent threats over a controversial call during a game. The two groups have been meeting with the town of Taunton to come to some sort of resolution moving forward. GTABUA President Dominic Damiano joined Dan to discuss.

6/14/2023 • 40 minutes, 8 seconds

George Vaill is known as the “free advice” guy in Cambridge’s Harvard Square. Vaill plops himself down on a folding chair with a large sign attached to it that reads, “Free Advice Offered or Accepted”. For just a few minutes Vaill will listen to you and offer help in return for no charge. He has become quite an attraction! Vaill joined Dan to share his story and give “free advice” to the NightSide listeners!

6/14/2023 • 37 minutes, 57 seconds

Former President Donald Trump was arraigned Tuesday in a Miami federal courthouse on 37 felony counts related to his alleged mishandling of classified documents. What do we know? Trump plead not guilty to all counts. Dan brought you the latest on the former President’s indictment.

6/14/2023 • 40 minutes, 27 seconds

A Cato Institute poll asked Americans, “Would you favor or oppose the government installing surveillance cameras in every household to reduce domestic violence, abuse, and other illegal activity?” The results show that while 75% overall oppose, about 3 in 10 young Americans support the cameras. Does that surprise you? Where do you come down in this poll?

6/14/2023 • 36 minutes, 58 seconds

Marianne Williamson is a bestselling author, political activist, and “spiritual thought leader.” Williamson says she has firsthand knowledge of how our current system is failing millions of Americans and believes her forty-year career of facilitating personal and systems transformation makes her a good Presidential candidate for 2024. Williamson joined Dan to discuss her campaign and take your calls!

6/14/2023 • 40 minutes, 54 seconds

Former President Donald Trump was arraigned Tuesday in a Miami federal courthouse on 37 felony counts related to his alleged mishandling of classified documents. What do we know? Trump plead not guilty to all counts. Dan brought you the latest on the former President’s indictment.

6/14/2023 • 38 minutes, 51 seconds

Former President Donald Trump is set to appear before a Miami federal court on Tuesday to address the criminal charges made against him that involve his handling of classified documents. What can we expect? How is Trump’s defense team preparing? Miami authorities are bracing for protests. Miami’s chief of police says their force can handle a crowd of up to 50k. Dan heard listners' thoughts.

6/13/2023 • 41 minutes, 43 seconds

Former President Donald Trump is set to appear before a Miami federal court on Tuesday to address the criminal charges made against him that involve his handling of classified documents. What can we expect? How is Trump’s defense team preparing? Miami authorities are bracing for protests. Miami’s chief of police says their force can handle a crowd of up to 50k. Dan heard listeners' thoughts.

6/13/2023 • 40 minutes, 3 seconds

The trial for Emanuel Lopes, the individual accused of killing Weymouth Police Sgt. Michael Chesna and innocent bystander Vera Adams began last week. Lopes faces eleven charges including two counts of murder. Dan asked, should there be a death penalty for cop killers?

6/13/2023 • 40 minutes, 57 seconds

Monday, Arlington public schools were delayed by an hour due to bear sightings! The sightings came one day after a black bear was spotted and caught on video in a yard in Newton. Officials are not sure if it’s the same bear in both Newton and Arlington. With only a distance of seven miles between the two towns, officials say it’s possible the bear traveled that distance overnight… Why are we seeing bear(s) in unusual locations? MassWildlife’s Assistant Director of Wildlife Michael Huguenin joined Dan to discuss.

6/13/2023 • 39 minutes, 23 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:It’s Emmy season and that means Emmy voters are in the midst of nominating the best standout TV shows of the last year. Which show deserves to be recognized? Which series should not be overlooked? Listeners called in to share their must watch TV show of the last year and what they recommend binge watching!

6/10/2023 • 41 minutes

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Did you know that bringing the beloved television show Sesame Street to the former Soviet empire was not a walk in the park? In fact, it was a challenging and dangerous venture for the show’s production team. The project overcame bombings, assassinations, and a military takeover of the production office! American television producer and filmmaker Natasha Lance Rogoff joined Jordan to share this thrilling tale about “Muppets in Moscow: The Unexpected Crazy True Story of Making Sesame Street in Russia.”

6/10/2023 • 40 minutes, 23 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:The trial for Emanuel Lopes, the individual accused of killing Weymouth Police Sgt. Michael Chesna and innocent bystander Vera Adams, has begun. Lopes faces eleven charges including two counts of murder. Jordan brought you details laid out on day 1 of the Lopes trial and heard listeners' response.

6/10/2023 • 42 minutes, 20 seconds

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:Massport is warning residents not to drive to Logan Airport this Summer citing the closure of the Sumner Tunnel will contribute to heavy traffic and delays. Beginning July 5th and lasting for eight straight weeks, the Sumner will be closed for construction. The busy travel season combined with the road closure has the makings of traffic chaos! How will you prepare and work around the inconvenience? Jordan checked in with WBZ traffic reporter Dan Mazella on the Sumner's closure and the expected effects it will have for travelers.

6/10/2023 • 38 minutes, 59 seconds

Former President Donald Trump was indicted by the Department of Justice over his handling of classified documents. The former President faces 7 charges and is summoned to appear in federal court in Miami on June 13 to answer the charges. Dan brought you the latest on this story and heard listeners' reaction.

6/9/2023 • 40 minutes, 22 seconds

Former President Donald Trump was indicted by the Department of Justice over his handling of classified documents. The former President faces 7 charges and is summoned to appear in federal court in Miami on June 13 to answer the charges. Dan brought you the latest on this story and heard listeners' reaction.

6/9/2023 • 38 minutes, 16 seconds

Former President Donald Trump was indicted by the Department of Justice over his handling of classified documents. The former President faces 7 charges and is summoned to appear in federal court in Miami on June 13 to answer the charges. Dan brought you the latest on this story and heard listeners' reaction.

6/9/2023 • 40 minutes, 8 seconds

Former President Donald Trump was indicted by the Department of Justice over his handling of classified documents. The former President faces 7 charges and is summoned to appear in federal court in Miami on June 13 to answer the charges. Dan brought you the latest on this story and heard listeners' reaction.

6/9/2023 • 38 minutes, 7 seconds

There are currently 10 GOP candidates running for President, including former President Donald Trump. NH Gov. Chris Sununu decided not to enter the race to keep the Republican field of candidates less crowded. Sununu says the “crowded field” of GOP candidates only helps Trump win the GOP nomination. Dan heard listeners' thoughts on the subject.

6/8/2023 • 41 minutes, 18 seconds

Where does the city stand with cleaning up Mass & Cass and making positive change for not only residents of Mass & Cass but the surrounding businesses and city residents? Gerry DiPietro, owner of DiPietro Construction, a local business located around Mass & Cass, joined Dan to discuss the changes being made in the area and the impact on area businesses.

6/8/2023 • 37 minutes, 32 seconds

There are currently 10 GOP candidates running for President, including former President Donald Trump. NH Gov. Chris Sununu decided not to enter the race to keep the Republican field of candidates less crowded. Sununu says the “crowded field” of GOP candidates only helps Trump win the GOP nomination. Gov. Sununu joined Dan to discuss!

6/8/2023 • 40 minutes, 51 seconds

There is currently a national crisis of overcrowded animal shelters and plummeting adoption rates for dogs. Here in MA, MSPCA Director of Adoption Centers and Programs Mike Keiley says their organization has taken in 10% more dogs so far this year compared to the first half of 2022 due to an increase in owner surrenders. The MSPCA seeks to place 2,500 dogs in forever homes by this Fall to combat the risk of euthanasia. Keiley joined Dan to discuss and share how you can help!

6/8/2023 • 37 minutes, 20 seconds

A recent Boston Globe article featured a group of teen sleuths who were researching how inflation affects low-income families and subsequently discovered an 18% price difference between inner-city and suburban Stop & Shop grocery stores. For their research, they stuck with products other than fruits and vegetables to avoid price fluctuation. What are some of your shopping habits? Do you gravitate toward sale items, or do you buy on impulse?

6/7/2023 • 41 minutes, 43 seconds

A recent Boston Globe article featured a group of teen sleuths who were researching how inflation affects low-income families and subsequently discovered an 18% price difference between inner-city and suburban Stop & Shop grocery stores. For their research, they stuck with products other than fruits and vegetables to avoid price fluctuation. What are some of your shopping habits? Do you gravitate toward sale items, or do you buy on impulse?

6/7/2023 • 37 minutes, 41 seconds

The City of Boston is proposing bike lanes on Centre Street in West Roxbury. The plan would implement a reduction in motor vehicle lanes, adding new turning lanes and pedestrian islands, and adding bike lanes after the death of a pedestrian. Steven Morris, a local realtor, opposes the city’s efforts and feels bike lanes would make Centre Street more dangerous. He joined Dan to discuss.

6/7/2023 • 38 minutes, 58 seconds

The City of Boston is proposing bike lanes on Centre Street in West Roxbury. The plan would implement a reduction in motor vehicle lanes, adding new turning lanes and pedestrian islands, and adding bike lanes after the death of a pedestrian. Steven Morris, a local realtor, opposes the city’s efforts and feels bike lanes would make Centre Street more dangerous. He joined Dan to discuss.

6/7/2023 • 38 minutes, 20 seconds

Continued conversation about a survey done by RAND corp. of teachers regarding school safety that found 1 in 5 teachers feel schools would be safer if teachers were allowed to be armed. The majority at 54% feel schools would be less safe if teachers were trained to carry.

6/6/2023 • 40 minutes, 19 seconds

A survey done by RAND corp. of teachers regarding school safety found that 1 in 5 teachers feel schools would be safer if teachers were allowed to be armed. The majority at 54% feel schools would be less safe if teachers were trained to carry. What is your opinion on arming schoolteachers? Is it a good or bad idea? Do you think schools would be safer if teachers were armed?

6/6/2023 • 40 minutes, 23 seconds

A new study from Teletrac, a GPS tracking company, found that Boston ranks #3 on their top ten list of the best maintained urban roads in the country. What do they factor in when determining road conditions? What is your experience driving on Boston’s roads? Do you find them to be well maintained?

6/6/2023 • 39 minutes, 20 seconds

Leavitt’s Country Bakery is in a legal battle with the town of North Conway, NH over a whimsical donut mural painted by local highschoolers that is displayed above their shop. Local officials declared that the mural violates the town’s sign ordinance. Leavitt’s owner Sean Young sued in response claiming it violates his right to free speech. Young joined Dan to discuss.

6/6/2023 • 38 minutes, 22 seconds

For NightSide’s last hour of the week, Dan likes to keep it light and fun. He covered a favorite, and that is Brushes with Celebrities where listeners share their run in with a star!

6/3/2023 • 43 minutes, 9 seconds

TikToker Natalya Haddix went viral for her video detailing what she described as a “nightmare job interview” where they required her to go in-person for the initial interview. Haddix complained about having to fill out paperwork, the low pay offer, and how “disrespectful” it was to require an in-person interview during this age of FaceTime and Zoom. What is your take? Should in-person job interviews be a thing of the past?

6/3/2023 • 38 minutes, 57 seconds

During a routine audit, it was discovered that Massachusetts mistakenly used roughly $2.5 billion in federal money to fund jobless benefits during the pandemic. The state of MA should have made these payments…Boston Globe financial columnist Larry Edelman joined Dan to discuss how this could have happened and what happens next…who will bear the cost of the mistake?

6/3/2023 • 40 minutes, 15 seconds

The Senate voted to approve a debt ceiling deal that will raise the debt ceiling averting an economically disastrous default. The deal raises the debt ceiling until early 2025. WBZ NewsRadio brought you live coverage of President Biden’s primetime address from the Oval Office on this deal he signed. Dan heard listeners' take on the deal.

6/3/2023 • 37 minutes, 20 seconds

When and where is the right time to protest or express your First Amendment right to express your views? Is it during a commencement? BU students apparently thought so when they booed, chanted, and waved signs at their graduation’s keynote speaker, CEO of Warner Bros. David Zaslav over the ongoing writer’s strike. BU President Robert A. Brown condemned the students’ actions. When do you think it’s appropriate to protest?*The second half of the hour, Dan opened up the lines for caller's choice.*

6/2/2023 • 40 minutes, 40 seconds

When and where is the right time to protest or express your First Amendment right to express your views? Is it during a commencement? BU students apparently thought so when they booed, chanted, and waved signs at their graduation’s keynote speaker, CEO of Warner Bros. David Zaslav over the ongoing writer’s strike. BU President Robert A. Brown condemned the students’ actions. When do you think it’s appropriate to protest?

6/2/2023 • 40 minutes, 1 second

The U.S. Supreme Court just ruled in favor of a Minnesota woman who had her property seized due to unpaid taxes. SCOTUS ruled it was unconstitutional for the local government to take all the money it received, including the owner’s equity, when selling the seized property. Attorney Jim Manley of the Pacific Legal Foundation joined us on how this ruling has potentially far-reaching implications in MA for municipalities and companies that sometimes purchase their tax liens.

6/2/2023 • 38 minutes, 55 seconds

There is a legislative effort afoot to revive happy hour in MA. The state has had a ban on happy hour since 1984. Sen. Julian Cyr says his bill would give cities and towns the option to opt into the happy hour program. An additional bill being pushed is a bill to make co*cktails to go permanent; a pandemic era practice that helped restaurants. Are you in favor of reviving happy hour? What about making co*cktails to go permanent?

6/2/2023 • 38 minutes, 49 seconds

The Massachusetts Taxpayers Foundation found that more than 110,900 people left the state between April 2020 and July 2022. That’s the highest rate of outmigration that the state has seen in the last three decades. Congestion, cost of living, transportation reliability among other things is the leading cause. People aged 26-35 and high wage residents are leading the outflow of residents and talent. Does this concern you?

6/1/2023 • 41 minutes, 46 seconds

The Massachusetts Taxpayers Foundation found that more than 110,900 people left the state between April 2020 and July 2022. That’s the highest rate of outmigration that the state has seen in the last three decades. Congestion, cost of living, transportation reliability among other things is the leading cause. People aged 26-35 and high wage residents are leading the outflow of residents and talent. Does this concern you?

6/1/2023 • 36 minutes, 57 seconds

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Boston Public Schools spends more per student than any other large school district in the country. BPS spends roughly $31k per student. Despite the amount of money being spent, many parents, students and educators are pointing out how little the district has to show for it. Rundown buildings that need many upgrades and continuous late school buses are just some of the problems BPS has. For the investment made being made, are you satisfied with the results?

6/1/2023 • 39 minutes, 57 seconds

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Boston Public Schools spends more per student than any other large school district in the country. BPS spends roughly $31k per student. Despite the amount of money being spent, many parents, students and educators are pointing out how little the district has to show for it. Rundown buildings that need many upgrades and continuous late school buses are just some of the problems BPS has. For the investment made being made, are you satisfied with the results?

6/1/2023 • 38 minutes, 49 seconds

The nation saw more than just warm weather this past Memorial Day weekend, it also saw a spike in beach going violence. Revere Beach, MA reported two shootings. A video of a mob of teens attacking three Marines on a California beach drew national attention as did the reports out of Chicago of a group of roughly 80-100 teens gathering at a city beach when a fight broke out where gun shots ensued. What sparks this unruly behavior? What can be done about it?

5/31/2023 • 41 minutes, 40 seconds

The Celtics season ended after Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Miami Heat. The Celtics got blown out 103-84. Were the Celtics doomed from the start of their playoff run? What do you think contributed to this painful end?

5/31/2023 • 38 minutes, 51 seconds

Nahant, Massachusetts has been tackling the issue of an aggressive coyote population for months now. There have been a handful of incidents involving coyotes attacking residents’ pets. Last weekend a dog was attacked and killed by a coyote while on a walk with its owner. Towards the end of 2022 town officials voted to bring in sharpshooters to eliminate some of the habituated coyotes. Has any progress been made? Nahant resident Chris Del Dotto, who lost his pet dog to a coyote attack, joined Dan to discuss.

5/31/2023 • 40 minutes, 28 seconds

Nahant, Massachusetts has been tackling the issue of an aggressive coyote population for months now. There have been a handful of incidents involving coyotes attacking residents’ pets. Last weekend a dog was attacked and killed by a coyote while on a walk with its owner. Towards the end of 2022 town officials voted to bring in sharpshooters to eliminate some of the habituated coyotes. Has any progress been made? Nahant Town Administrator Antonio Barletta joined Dan to discuss.

5/31/2023 • 37 minutes, 22 seconds

In our quest for relaxation, travel, and plans for family fun, we often lose sight of the origin of the holidays we are observing. Memorial Day was designed to honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our freedoms. America’s service members put their lives on the line every day to keep us safe and protected. Dan invited listeners to call in to reflect on those who have served or are serving in the armed forces.

5/30/2023 • 41 minutes, 52 seconds

In our quest for relaxation, travel, and plans for family fun, we often lose sight of the origin of the holidays we are observing. Memorial Day was designed to honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our freedoms. America’s service members put their lives on the line every day to keep us safe and protected. Dan invited listeners to call in to reflect on those who have served or are serving in the armed forces.

5/30/2023 • 39 minutes, 49 seconds

Dan had an interesting experience at his favorite coffee shop which sparked the question, “Why do our favorite products seem to disappear for no reason at all?” When a product is no longer carried or available, there usually isn’t a memo of explanation that goes out to consumers. We usually just wind up being surprised and disappointed that the item is no longer available. What are some of your favorites that have come to an end?

5/30/2023 • 40 minutes, 55 seconds

Recent data shows the most serious violence tends to occur in the Dorchester, Mattapan, and Roxbury neighborhoods. Nobody is more familiar with these statistics than Reverend Kevin Peterson who fights daily to bring about change in these communities. Reverend Peterson joined Dan to discuss his continuous fight to end gun violence and the need for more policing in these communities.

5/30/2023 • 39 minutes, 44 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Continued conversation with Mel Simons who has been a staple on WBZ Radio for decades and entertains at reunions, weddings, bar mitzvahs, and is an experienced accordionist, author, humorist, disc jockey, and MC. This time around, Simons talked about being a veteran and his initial thoughts after donning his uniform.

5/27/2023 • 41 minutes, 8 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Known for his nostalgic trivia shows, Mel Simons has been a staple on WBZ Radio for decades and entertains at reunions, weddings, bar mitzvahs, and more! Simons is also an experienced accordionist, author, humorist, disc jockey, and MC. But did you know Mel is also a veteran? Simons joined Morgan to chat about his initial feelings after donning his uniform.

5/27/2023 • 40 minutes, 19 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:Mark your calendar for Saturday, October 14, 2023, and secure your spot to view this year’s annular solar eclipse! The Moon will pass directly between the Earth and the Sun creating a "ring of fire" given the Moon is slightly smaller than the Sun. Astronomer Dave McDonald talked with Morgan about this October occurrence and tips for catching a glimpse!

5/27/2023 • 39 minutes, 48 seconds

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:The proverb “one man’s trash is another man’s treasure” is something Jason Roberts, owner of Repurposed in Provincetown, takes literally. His store features repurposed products made by local artists to creative folks as far away as Europe, Asia, and Africa! They believe in a fresh start for old stuff, so before tossing out that old lamp or small appliance, why not donate it so it may live on as a beautiful work of art? Repurposed owner Jason Roberts joined Morgan to chat about items you’ll find when visiting his Provincetown store.

5/27/2023 • 38 minutes, 41 seconds

A woman went viral on TikTok for her video detailing her encounter at an ice cream shop where she purchased just a warm $2 waffle cone, no ice cream and was prompted to tip. After refusing to tip $1 for a $2 cone that was handed to her the employee made an exasperated hand-flick gesture. Has tipping culture gotten out of control? When should you tip?

5/26/2023 • 41 minutes, 41 seconds

A woman went viral on TikTok for her video detailing her encounter at an ice cream shop where she purchased just a warm $2 waffle cone, no ice cream and was prompted to tip. After refusing to tip $1 for a $2 cone that was handed to her the employee made an exasperated hand-flick gesture. Has tipping culture gotten out of control? When should you tip?

5/26/2023 • 38 minutes, 30 seconds

MA legislators are again proposing the creation of a mobility pricing commission that would be tasked with studying the financial, travel and environmental impacts from congestion pricing. While lawmakers previously approved the creation of a commission to study congestion pricing, it never became law. Should MA implement a congestion tax? Sen. Brendan Crighton joined Dan to discuss.

5/26/2023 • 40 minutes, 7 seconds

There is a lot of confusion over food expiration labels. Is it okay to ignore some but not others? There is no national standard for food expiration dates like that of many other countries. In an effort to standardize food date labels and cut food waste, congressional leaders including Rep. Chellie Pingree (ME) have reintroduced the Food Date Labeling Act. Rep. Pingree joined Dan to discuss.

5/26/2023 • 38 minutes, 30 seconds

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced his official 2024 presidential bid for the White House. DeSantis did so during an interview with tech billionaire Elon Musk. As a result, it appears former President Donald Trump and now DeSantis are the two front runners for the GOP. In general, who would you support on either political side as a 2024 presidential candidate? Why?

5/25/2023 • 38 minutes, 46 seconds

World Series Champ Mike Timlin joined Dan on NightSide to talk a little baseball, the important efforts The Angel Fund is making for ALS research, and the upcoming Sharon Timlin Memorial event; A Race to Cure ALS!

5/25/2023 • 41 minutes, 28 seconds

The Massachusetts Board of Education is encouraging school districts to either ban or restrict students’ cell phone usage at school. The MA Dept. of Elementary and Secondary Education Commissioner Jeff Riley said the dept. will likely create a matching grant of up to $1 million for districts that pilot a cell phone restriction policy. Should there be a statewide ban on cell phones in schools?

5/25/2023 • 39 minutes, 10 seconds

The Massachusetts Board of Education is encouraging school districts to either ban or restrict students’ cell phone usage at school. The MA Dept. of Elementary and Secondary Education Commissioner Jeff Riley said the dept. will likely create a matching grant of up to $1 million for districts that pilot a cell phone restriction policy. Should there be a statewide ban on cell phones in schools?

5/25/2023 • 37 minutes, 9 seconds

New legislation dubbed “Reparations NOW” has been introduced by Rep. Cori Bush. The measure aims to provide a congressional resolution “for the enslavement of Africans and its lasting harm on the lives of millions of Black people in the United States.” Dan heard your thoughts on the “Reparations NOW” bill.

5/24/2023 • 40 minutes, 13 seconds

New legislation dubbed “Reparations NOW” has been introduced by Rep. Cori Bush. The measure aims to provide a congressional resolution “for the enslavement of Africans and its lasting harm on the lives of millions of Black people in the United States.” Dan heard your thoughts on the “Reparations NOW” bill.

5/24/2023 • 38 minutes, 47 seconds

New legislation dubbed “Reparations NOW” has been introduced by Rep. Cori Bush. The measure aims to provide a congressional resolution “for the enslavement of Africans and its lasting harm on the lives of millions of Black people in the United States.” Dan heard your thoughts on the “Reparations NOW” bill.

5/24/2023 • 37 minutes, 32 seconds

Marty Walsh, Former Boston Mayor, and Labor Secretary under the Biden Admin. and now Executive Director of the NHL Players Association joined us for an hour on NightSide. Fresh from receiving an honorary doctorate for public service from Suffolk University, he talked a little politics and about his position with the NHL.

5/24/2023 • 40 minutes, 18 seconds

There are 9 days left to reach a debt ceiling and spending deal or risk an unprecedented default. June 1st marks the date U.S. Treasury Sec. Janet Yellen said is a “hard deadline” for raising the debt limit. President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy met to negotiate a deal. What would happen if the U.S. defaulted on the debt? Dan heard your thoughts on the debt ceiling.

5/23/2023 • 40 minutes, 44 seconds

There are 9 days left to reach a debt ceiling and spending deal or risk an unprecedented default. June 1st marks the date U.S. Treasury Sec. Janet Yellen said is a “hard deadline” for raising the debt limit. President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy met to negotiate a deal. What would happen if the U.S. defaulted on the debt? Dan heard your thoughts on the debt ceiling.

5/23/2023 • 39 minutes, 55 seconds

Does it seem like wild turkeys are everywhere you turn? It’s not just your imagination, the wild birds have crept into some of Boston’s most urban areas and taken up residence. In some incidents citizens have encountered aggressive turkeys who try to attack. Have you had an encounter with an unruly turkey? Why are these birds inhabiting more of our neighborhoods? Wildlife Biologist at MassWildlife, David Scarpitti joined Dan to discuss.

5/23/2023 • 39 minutes, 22 seconds

Do you dread having to drive to Logan Airport? Dan now does too after battling difficult traffic in and around Logan this past weekend. Congestion at Logan can be especially bad on weekends, and it only will get worse this summer... Dan explained & WBZ Traffic Reporter David Cedrone joined Dan to explain why traffic was so miserable this past Sunday.

5/23/2023 • 39 minutes, 52 seconds

For NightSide’s last hour of the week, Dan asked you, as a child, what TV show did you never want to miss?

5/20/2023 • 42 minutes, 13 seconds

New reports into the investigation of MA airman Jack Teixeira reveal that the airman was previously warned by his superiors about mishandling classified military documents. If this is the case, why was the airman allowed to continue his duties? Teixeira appeared in a Worcester court on Friday for a ruling on whether he will be released while awaiting trial on charges that he violated the Espionage Act. Dan brought you the latest.

5/20/2023 • 43 minutes, 35 seconds

Friday, 3k petition signatures were delivered to Boston City Council proposing a name change for Boston’s historic Faneuil Hall. Rev. Kevin Peterson is one of the activists leading the charge and he joined Dan to discuss. Do you think it’s time we change the name of Faneuil Hall? Why or why not?

5/20/2023 • 41 minutes, 6 seconds

Friday, 3k petition signatures were delivered to Boston City Council proposing a name change for Boston’s historic Faneuil Hall. Rev. Kevin Peterson is one of the activists leading the charge and he joined Dan to discuss. Do you think it’s time we change the name of Faneuil Hall? Why or why not?

5/20/2023 • 39 minutes

Dan spoke about a blood test that can help you learn whether your body my have evidence of the development in cancer. Take a listen!

5/19/2023 • 40 minutes, 44 seconds

After 50 years in captivity, plans have been made to release Lolita the orca whale from the Miami Seaquarium! Lolita was captured in the wild in 1970 and believed to be the oldest whale in captivity at 57 years old. There have been many studies highlighting the negative impacts of captivity on large mammals such as whales. Pres. of the Whale Sanctuary Project Dr. Lori Marino joined Dan to discuss.

5/19/2023 • 38 minutes, 39 seconds

For the first half of the hour Dan continued taking calls on who should succeed Rachael Rollins as US Attorney for MA.Then, the second half hour:Self-described FBI whistleblowers testified at a House hearing on the “weaponization” of the federal government. The FBI employees who spoke out against what they described as “politicized rot” within the bureau were either suspended or had their security clearance revoked. House Republicans led by Rep. Jim Jordan have been questioning the FBI’s legitimacy and launched an investigation into allegations of discrimination and bias within the FBI. Is there political bias within the FBI?

5/19/2023 • 41 minutes, 20 seconds

With the news of current U.S. Attorney for Massachusetts, Rachael Rollins set to resign this week after a monthslong ethics investigation by the DOJ, who will arise to take her place? Who do you think should succeed Rollins as the next U.S. Attorney for Massachusetts?

5/19/2023 • 38 minutes, 50 seconds

Marine veteran Daniel Penny restrained fellow NYC subway rider Jordan Neely by placing him in a fatal chokehold, after Neely was seen verbally harassing and abusing other commuters. Penny has been charged with second-degree manslaughter. A crowdfunded legal defense fund was set up for Penny, which has now raised over $2 million by over 42k donors. What would you have done if you witnessed this incident unfold on the subway? Is the charge warranted? Why or why not?

5/18/2023 • 40 minutes, 21 seconds

U.S. Attorney for Massachusetts Rachael Rollins plans to resign from her position after 16 months in office. The decision comes after the release of two federal government ethics probes. The Dept. of Justice Office of the Inspector General’s report faulted Rollins for leaking non-public DOJ information among other things. Then the US Office of Special Counsel also faulted Rollins for violating the Hatch Act. Dan broke down the reports and heard your reaction.

5/18/2023 • 39 minutes, 21 seconds

U.S. Attorney for Massachusetts Rachael Rollins plans to resign from her position after 16 months in office. The decision comes after the release of two federal government ethics probes. The Dept. of Justice Office of the Inspector General’s report faulted Rollins for leaking non-public DOJ information among other things. Then the US Office of Special Counsel also faulted Rollins for violating the Hatch Act. Dan broke down the reports and heard your reaction.

5/18/2023 • 39 minutes, 12 seconds

With the popularity of online gambling, especially among sports gambling, the Massachusetts State Lottery is pushing lawmakers to allow online lottery games, now more than ever. State Lottery Interim Executive Director Mark Bracken says the online games would be a completely different play style than those offered at retailers. Plus, the profits would go back to MA cities and towns. Bracken joined Dan to discuss.

5/18/2023 • 37 minutes, 33 seconds

Prosecutor John Durham has released his much-anticipated report on the investigation into the origins of the FBI’s probe into possible ties between Russia and former President Donald Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign. One of the main takeaways from the report is that Durham found “major flaws” with the FBI. Dan broke down the report for you and heard your reaction.

5/17/2023 • 40 minutes, 30 seconds

Prosecutor John Durham has released his much-anticipated report on the investigation into the origins of the FBI’s probe into possible ties between Russia and former President Donald Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign. One of the main takeaways from the report is that Durham found “major flaws” with the FBI. Dan broke down the report for you and heard your reaction.

5/17/2023 • 39 minutes, 50 seconds

The Taylor Swift takeover in New England is almost upon us…and by that we mean the 3-day Taylor Swift concert stint at Gillette Stadium. Tickets have been hard to come by and the cost of one is exceptionally high if you do find available tickets. Carrie Simonelli is a Boston Globe copy editor who spent $900 on tickets and won’t even get inside the event! Carrie Simonelli joined Dan to share the story of her ticket acquiring fiasco.

5/17/2023 • 38 minutes, 55 seconds

New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu joined Dan on NightSide to discuss his thoughts on legalizing recreational adult use marijuana, the state of the Republican party, and more. Listeners had their chance to ask the Governor questions!

5/17/2023 • 38 minutes, 32 seconds

The Biden Administration has announced plans for new federal regulations for commercial airlines requiring them to compensate passengers for controllable cancellations or significant delays. President Biden said the compensation will include meals, hotels, transportation, rebooking fees and more. Dan heard listeners' cancellation or delay nightmares and their thoughts on Biden’s new proposed airline regulation.

5/16/2023 • 30 minutes, 42 seconds

Are Little League and other recreational sports parents getting a bit too invested in the game; a bit too carried away? One NJ town thinks so, so much so that they implemented a new rule for parents who heckle or “verbally abuse” an umpire. If found heckling, the parent must officiate three games or risk being banned from the field. Should more cities and towns adopt this rule?

5/16/2023 • 38 minutes, 45 seconds

MA Attorney General Andrea Campbell and at least 10 other attorney generals across the country are calling for the federal government to "address the public health and safety dangers of gas stoves." A recent study done in collaboration with RMI, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, and others found a correlation between childhood asthma in the U.S. and gas stove usage. Should there be more restrictions for gas stoves?

5/16/2023 • 40 minutes, 3 seconds

MA Attorney General Andrea Campbell and at least 10 other attorney generals across the country are calling for the federal government to "address the public health and safety dangers of gas stoves." A recent study done in collaboration with RMI, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, and others found a correlation between childhood asthma in the U.S. and gas stove usage. Should there be more restrictions for gas stoves?

5/16/2023 • 38 minutes, 36 seconds

This past weekend was Mother’s Day. Listeners called in to share their tributes to mom! Take a listen!

5/13/2023 • 41 minutes, 46 seconds

The emergency immigration program, dubbed Title 42, that allowed border patrol agents to turn away any migrant without documentation including asylum seekers has expired. As a result, the country has been tackling an anticipated surge at our Southern Border. Border agents reported that over 67k undocumented migrants have been apprehended in the last week alone. What plan does the Biden Admin. have in place to tackle this surge? What should be done?

5/13/2023 • 40 minutes, 10 seconds

The emergency immigration program, dubbed Title 42, that allowed border patrol agents to turn away any migrant without documentation including asylum seekers has expired. As a result, the country has been tackling an anticipated surge at our Southern Border. Border agents reported that over 67k undocumented migrants have been apprehended in the last week alone. What plan does the Biden Admin. have in place to tackle this surge? What should be done?

5/13/2023 • 39 minutes, 27 seconds

Fred Weichel served over 35 years in prison for a murder he did not commit. Weichel claims he was threatened by former mob boss Whitey Bulger to stay quiet about the 1980 murder of Robert Lamonica in Braintree, the murder for which he was blamed. A MA jury awarded Weichel $33 million dollars following a civil trial but under a MA state law he only received $1 million. Weichel shared his story with Dan.

5/13/2023 • 38 minutes, 5 seconds

Kari Young is a renowned medium who has the ability to connect with your deceased loved ones, both human and animal. Kari helped callers “Go Beyond Here” and connect to a deceased relative or beloved pet! Take a listen!

5/12/2023 • 42 minutes, 52 seconds

Kari Young is a renowned medium who has the ability to connect with your deceased loved ones, both human and animal. Kari helped callers “Go Beyond Here” and connect to a deceased relative or beloved pet! Take a listen!

5/12/2023 • 39 minutes, 17 seconds

Former President Donald Trump’s town hall event in New Hampshire hosted by CNN is being labeled as “disastrous.” Critics say CNN nor its host Kaitlan Collins was able to take control of the town hall as the former President ran away with the speaking event uninterrupted. Dan brought you the evenings biggest takeaways and heard your reaction to the town hall. Who walked away as the night’s winner and loser?

5/12/2023 • 40 minutes, 33 seconds

A movement is afoot in Massachusetts to pass a set of bills that would limit what chemicals can be used to trap or kill rodents. This comes in the wake of the death of a bald eagle named MK and various other owls who died from ingesting rodenticides. MA Rep. Sean Garballey, sponsor of one of these bills joined Dan to discuss.

5/12/2023 • 38 minutes, 17 seconds

The House Committee on Oversight and Accountability unveiled allegations that President Joe Biden and family members engaged in business with foreign nationals. The committee subpoenaed several banks and the information obtained indicates the Biden family, their associates, and their companies allegedly received over $10 million from foreign companies including China and Romania while Biden served as Vice President and even after he left public office. Dan heard listeners' thoughts!

5/11/2023 • 39 minutes, 25 seconds

The House Committee on Oversight and Accountability unveiled allegations that President Joe Biden and family members engaged in business with foreign nationals. The committee subpoenaed several banks and the information obtained indicates the Biden family, their associates, and their companies allegedly received over $10 million from foreign companies including China and Romania while Biden served as Vice President and even after he left public office. Dan heard listeners' thoughts!

5/11/2023 • 37 minutes, 46 seconds

This week is National Nurses Week! There are roughly 4.2 million nurses working in the U.S. A recent survey of RNs in MA that was conducted by Beacon Research of the State of Nursing in Massachusetts, found that nearly 9 in 10 think the overall quality of health care in Massachusetts hospitals has gotten worse over the past two years. Katie Murphy, President of the MA Nurses Association, discussed the state of the nursing profession with Dan.

5/11/2023 • 39 minutes

A bill has been filed in MA, An Act to Remodel Public School Athletic Teams through Social Emotional Learning, which aims to put an end to abusive coaching in public school sports. Advocates say the goal is to create a written curriculum on “how to create positive, safe, and supportive environments where people perform better and learn faster.” Does this proposed legislation have your support? Mitch Lyons, former college basketball coach and founder of the End Abusive Coaching Campaign, joined Dan to discuss.

5/11/2023 • 36 minutes, 47 seconds

A final hour of discussion about the verdict in the E. Jean Carroll defamation case against former President Donald Trump where the Manhattan federal jury found Trump liable for sexually abusing and defaming E. Jean Carroll. The court ordered the former President to pay $5 million in damages and Dan opened the phone lines for comments.

5/9/2023 • 39 minutes, 38 seconds

The phone lines stayed open for conversation about the verdict in the E. Jean Carroll defamation case against former President Donald Trump where the Manhattan federal jury found Trump liable for sexually abusing and defaming E. Jean Carroll. The court ordered the former President to pay $5 million in damages and Dan opened the phone lines for comments.

5/9/2023 • 38 minutes, 47 seconds

Continued conversation about the verdict in the E. Jean Carroll defamation case against former President Donald Trump where the Manhattan federal jury found Trump liable for sexually abusing and defaming E. Jean Carroll. The court ordered the former President to pay $5 million in damages and Dan opened the phone lines for comments.

5/9/2023 • 38 minutes, 34 seconds

A verdict was reached in the E. Jean Carroll defamation case against former President Donald Trump. A Manhattan jury found Trump liable for sexually abusing and defaming E. Jean Carroll. The court ordered the former President to pay $5 million in damages. How much does this hurt Donald Trump’s 2024 campaign run for the White House? Dan opened the lines for comment.

5/9/2023 • 38 minutes, 40 seconds

A new WaPo/ABC survey suggests there are some challenges ahead for President Biden during his 2024 reelection run. The survey finds that the President’s overall job approval rating has slipped to a new low at 36%. He stands at 26 percent approval among Americans under age 30 and 42% among non-White adults. Should Pres. Biden be concerned facing off against leading Republicans? Why or why not?

5/9/2023 • 41 minutes, 16 seconds

A gunman opened fire at an outlet mall in Allen, Texas killing eight and wounding at least seven others. There is currently no confirmed motive. This incident marks the country’s second deadliest mass shooting this year. Does the rate we’re seeing of mass shooting constitute as an epidemic?

5/9/2023 • 36 minutes, 57 seconds

A gunman opened fire at an outlet mall in Allen, Texas killing eight and wounding at least seven others. There is currently no confirmed motive. This incident marks the country’s second deadliest mass shooting this year. Does the rate we’re seeing of mass shooting constitute as an epidemic? Northeastern University Prof. of Criminology James Alan Fox joined Dan to discuss.

5/9/2023 • 39 minutes, 5 seconds

There is a new bill before the state Legislature to legalize medical assisted suicide. According to a new poll of over 1,000 MA voters conducted by Beacon Research, 7 in 10 of those surveyed support medical intervention for those suffering from terminal medical conditions to end their lives. Are you part of the 7 in 10 who support this notion? Why or why not? MA Rep. Jim O’Day joined Dan to discuss.

5/9/2023 • 39 minutes, 24 seconds

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announced their Class of 2023. This year’s inductees include Willie Nelson, George Michael, Soundgarden, Sheryl Crow, and Missy Elliot to name a few. Who do you think got snubbed? Who should be in the HOF that is not? Dan heard listeners' suggestions!

5/6/2023 • 43 minutes, 21 seconds

The coronation of King Charles III just ocurred! It was Britain’s first coronation in 70 years. Even though King Charles has already been serving as the commonwealth’s reigning monarch since the moment Queen Elizabeth died, the purpose of the coronation is to legitimize the monarch in a public way. Do you care about the coronation at all? Why or why not?

5/6/2023 • 38 minutes, 51 seconds

In recent years, the analysis and debate over words or subject matter that may have a negative connotation has become more prevalent. Cornell University made the decision to reject students’ petition to mandate content warnings for potentially traumatic content covered in class. Then, Smith College’s graduate School for Social Work made the decision to stop using the term “field” from its lexicon. Dan heard your thoughts on these tough language assessments.

5/6/2023 • 40 minutes, 52 seconds

Boston City Council President Ed Flynn is proposing an Office of Pest Control for the city to combat its rat problem. Last year Boston was ranked number 13 on Orkin’s Top 50 Rattiest Cities, so the city is no stranger to dealing with rat issues. Boston’s proposal would be modeled after NYC’s, which appointed its first rat czar last month. Council Pres. Flynn joined Dan to discuss.

5/6/2023 • 38 minutes, 41 seconds

Despite the federal moratorium on federal executions, the Department of Justice is still fighting efforts to overturn capital punishment convictions. In addition, FL Gov. DeSantis just expanded the death penalty law in the state to include child rapists of kids under the age of 12. Dan heard listeners' thoughts on the death penalty and whether child rape should be a capital crime.

5/5/2023 • 39 minutes, 9 seconds