For most, Thanksgiving is a time for families to gather around the dinner table and converse. What happens though when conversing with your family members or friends takes a sharp turn into the choppy waters of politics, as many are fearful of, especially after this past election? How do you keep political rifts from ruining Thanksgiving? Have you changed your holiday plans this year over politics? Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights Fr...
Nov 20, 2024•41 min
For most, Thanksgiving is a time for families to gather around the dinner table and converse. What happens though when conversing with your family members or friends takes a sharp turn into the choppy waters of politics, as many are fearful of, especially after this past election? How do you keep political rifts from ruining Thanksgiving? Have you changed your holiday plans this year over politics? Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights Fr...
Nov 20, 2024•40 min
The offshore wind industry has seen traction in recent years, gaining government backing. While offshore wind is seen by some as a way to reduce reliance on fossil fuels, others take aim with the wind projects, citing environmental concerns; especially after last Summer’s Nantucket wind turbine failure that left debris littered across Nantucket beaches. What are the pros and cons of offshore wind? Dustin Delano of the New England Fishermen’s Stewardship Association and Grant Provost from the New...
Nov 20, 2024•38 min
We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! Charles Ro – Owner of Charles Ro Supply Company has become the Worlds Largest Lionel Dealer and the Number One Train Dealer in America. Ben Noll – Meteorologist with WaPo explained to Dan why the U.S. has gotten so dry, so fast — and what could reverse it? Jillian Young – Director of Public Relations for AAA Northeast joined Dan to discuss the nearly 80 Million Americans Expected...
Nov 20, 2024•38 min
President Biden and his Administration made a major policy change by lifting a ban on Ukraine using U.S. long-range missiles to strike targets deep inside Russia. This is a game-changer for the Ukraine-Russia war as some are concerned this move could lead to a sea-change in relations with the West. We discussed the potential implications of Biden’s policy change! Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!...
Nov 19, 2024•41 min
President Biden and his Administration made a major policy change by lifting a ban on Ukraine using U.S. long-range missiles to strike targets deep inside Russia. This is a game-changer for the Ukraine-Russia war as some are concerned this move could lead to a sea-change in relations with the West. We discussed the potential implications of Biden’s policy change! Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!...
Nov 19, 2024•40 min
Researchers have discovered a new health trend that finds many young adults in their 30s and 40s are experiencing memory problems. According to the Census Bureau, the number of working-age adults reporting “serious difficulty” thinking has climbed by an estimated one million people since the start of the pandemic; a number higher than any other time in the last 15 years. Why now? What do researchers think are contributing factors to young adults suffering memory problems? Dr. Andrew Budson, a Bo...
Nov 19, 2024•38 min
We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! Ted Williams 1946 American League MVP Award and 1958 Silver Slugger Soar to a Combined $800,000 Highlighting 21st Annual Live Auction Event. David Hunt – President of Hunt Auctions joined Dan Rea. The Grand Kyiv Ballet Returns to Boston, Two Shows Nutcracker & Snow Queen 11/29-11/30 at the Emerson Colonial Theatre. Alex Stoianov, the founder of The Grand Kyiv Ballet and one o...
Nov 19, 2024•40 min
For NightSide’s last hour of the week we like to keep it light and fun. A popular topic, Dan asked listeners for their stories of Brushes with Celebrities! We even had a celebrity call in! Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!
Nov 16, 2024•41 min
Every year it seems that society wants to start celebrating the Christmas season earlier and earlier. Many citizens have started to see Christmas décor pop up in local stores well before Halloween and in some cases before Summer has even ended! How early is too early to start celebrating Christmas? Do you think retailers need to hold off till after Halloween to pull out the Christmas décor? Is “Christmas Creep” about consumerism or comfort? Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and lis...
Nov 16, 2024•40 min
An iconic house in Newburyport referred to as the “The Pink House” has been in the midst of a demolition battle between locals and the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. What was originally built as a “spite” house in 1925 by a divorcee, has long become a historical icon in the region. The federal agency wants to tear down the home and return the land to its original state and support local wildlife, whereas the Support The Pink House organization is actively working to save it. Rochelle Joseph, ...
Nov 16, 2024•39 min
We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! Alex London - Genealogy and local history librarian with the Worcester Public Library who just reunited with an overdue book, 51 years later. Last Comiskey explores the stories and atmosphere surrounding Chicago’s iconic baseball stadium and celebrates the final surprising season of the “Baseball Palace of the World” with author Ken Smoller. “Full House” actor Dave Coulier diagno...
Nov 16, 2024•40 min
President Joe Biden and President Elect Donald Trump met at the White House after a contentious election season. The two were very cordial where both pledged a smooth transition between administrations. Trump has wasted no time in selecting various cabinet members to fill out his administration. Dan asked listeners for their reactions. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!
Nov 15, 2024•40 min
U.S. Representative Seth Moulton from Massachusetts received backlash over his post-election comments saying the Democratic Party is focusing too much on identity politics. Moulton expressed concerns he has with his daughters’ playing sports against trans athletes, a concern he says a majority of voters can relate to. Moulton says the backlash he received proves his point that “we can’t even have these discussions as a party.” Dan asked listeners for their reactions to Rep. Moulton's comments. A...
Nov 15, 2024•38 min
U.S. Representative Seth Moulton from Massachusetts received backlash over his post-election comments saying the Democratic Party is focusing too much on identity politics. Moulton expressed concerns he has with his daughters’ playing sports against trans athletes, a concern he says a majority of voters can relate to. Moulton said the backlash he received proves his point that “we can’t even have these discussions as a party.” Congressman Seth Moulton joined us to address his comments! Ask Alexa...
Nov 15, 2024•40 min
NightSide News Update Thursday November 14, 2024 Faust Ruggiero, M.S. - Author of "Road to Recovery" – Fix Your Addictio Jeremiah – A Tour Guide on the Freedom Trail's Historic Holiday Strolls starting November 22nd Adam Dumey - Google tech expert answers the question - Buy Now or Wait for Black Friday? Google Reveals Top Trending Gifts for 2024 as Shoppers Gear up For the Busy Holiday Season with Justin Burr - Google tech expert Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to Nigh...
Nov 15, 2024•40 min
The Brockton City Council voted 7 to 4 to ban homeless encampments on public property and set a $200-a-day fine for violations. Brockton has seen rampant homelessness in their downtown area that has led to many concerns. Is this an effective way to tackle the problem of homelessness? Should homeless encampments be banned? *Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan has denied our request to join this evening* Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights Fro...
Nov 14, 2024•41 min
The Brockton City Council voted 7 to 4 to ban homeless encampments on public property and set a $200-a-day fine for violations. Brockton has seen rampant homelessness in their downtown area that has led to many concerns. Is this an effective way to tackle the problem of homelessness? Should homeless encampments be banned? *Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan has denied our request to join this evening* Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights Fro...
Nov 14, 2024•41 min
The Brockton City Council voted 7 to 4 to ban homeless encampments on public property and set a $200-a-day fine for violations. Brockton has seen rampant homelessness in their downtown area that has led to many concerns. Is this an effective way to tackle the problem of homelessness? Should homeless encampments be banned? Brockton City Councilor Shirley Asack joined us to discuss! *Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan has denied our request to join this evening* Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHe...
Nov 14, 2024•37 min
We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! Americans are Feeling a ‘Habenula Hit’ Post-Election: A Biological Response Fueling Stress and Motivation Loss. Dan spoke with Dr. Kyra Bobinet. What’s in store for New England’s skiers and snowboarders? Hopefully not a repeat of last season, said Matt Pepin – Boston Globe Sports Editor. Researchers at a Massachusetts hospital have discovered a new sign that could indicate whethe...
Nov 14, 2024•38 min
After Donald Trump secured a return trip to the White House, there are many Americans who are considering leaving the U.S. to live and work elsewhere. While fully changing your citizenship to another country can be tempting, it can be complicated. There is now an easier and more affordable option and that's a digital nomad visa, a way to live in a foreign country for a brief period if you prove income through remote work. Dan asked "Are there any circumstances that would cause you to relocate? A...
Nov 13, 2024•41 min
After Donald Trump secured a return trip to the White House, there are many Americans who are considering leaving the U.S. to live and work elsewhere. While fully changing your citizenship to another country can be tempting, it can be complicated. There is now an easier and more affordable option and that's a digital nomad visa, a way to live in a foreign country for a brief period if you prove income through remote work.Dan asked "Are there any circumstances that would cause you to relocate? An...
Nov 13, 2024•39 min
Three Massachusetts communities see their educators on strike for a third day now. The negotiations continue in Gloucester, Beverly, and Marblehead over educators’ contracts, in which the various teachers’ unions are asking for higher pay, more benefits, and parental leave among other demands. Beverly and Gloucester were scheduled to report to Essex Superior Court in Lawrence for a contempt hearing where they could face fines after they refused to call off their own work stoppages. We brought yo...
Nov 13, 2024•38 min
We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! Brett Stevens - Reworld Senior Director joined Dan to discuss turning dirty diapers into electricity! A local MA daycare teams up with a waste management facility in Massachusetts to do just that! Jorge Sota - Music Director of New Philharmonia Orchestra, which begins its 30th Anniversary Season with two performances November 23rd & 24th at Grace Church in Newton Corner. Norf...
Nov 13, 2024•39 min
The post-election fallout from Donald Trump’s victory has Democrats continuing to point the finger at each other...While last week Congressman Seth Moulton gained criticism for saying the party needs to shift their approach when it comes to identity politics, this week Senator Bernie Sanders is the latest to garner attention for his comments saying the Democrat Party lost the election because they lost touch with the working class. What are your thoughts? Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHea...
Nov 12, 2024•42 min
Educators in Gloucester, Beverly and now Marblehead continue to strike over a “fair contract.” The educators in these communities have been working under expired contracts since this past Summer. All three teachers’ unions are fighting for a new contract that includes higher wages, more benefits and parental leave among other demands. As many as 10k students could be affected by these strikes. Dan heard listeners' thoughts on the ongoing strikes! *All three teachers’ unions in Gloucester, Beverl...
Nov 12, 2024•40 min
Educators in Gloucester, Beverly and now Marblehead continue to strike over a “fair contract.” The educators in these communities have been working under expired contracts since this past Summer. All three teachers’ unions are fighting for a new contract that includes higher wages, more benefits and parental leave among other demands. As many as 10k students could be affected by these strikes. Dan heard listeners thoughts on the ongoing strikes! *All three teachers’ unions in Gloucester, Beverly...
Nov 12, 2024•39 min
We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! Justine Segal – Co-Founder of Women’s Pro Baseball League and Founder of Baseball For All discussed a new women’s professional baseball league set to debut in 2026. Wayne Soras on "Silent Dignity" – A 6 Part Docuseries Raising up Veteran Voices to tell their stories to promote healing. Abdu Murray – Attorney shares the pros, cons, morality and pitfalls of AI. Kate Gilbert - Execu...
Nov 12, 2024•39 min
Dan invited listeners to call in and honor the Veterans in their lives. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!
Nov 09, 2024•42 min
After this week’s presidential election loss, some Democrats are rethinking their priorities and what issues they will emphasize going forward. U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton has expressed concern over the party’s focus on identity politics and suggests the party should shift its approach to transgender issues. Dan discussed whether it’s time for a Democratic reassessment. *Rep. Seth Moulton was not available to join us that evening* Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSid...
Nov 09, 2024•41 min
