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NightSide With Dan Rea

NightSide focuses on a wide variety of issues, political, economic and social. Rea believes that talk radio is the best way for people to communicate their opinions and ideas on what he calls “North America’s Virtual Back Porch.” Rea encourages challenging conversations and diverse ideas combined with respect and tolerance for the opinion of others. But don’t think for a moment that NightSide is anything but provocative, always interesting and at times, passionate and emotional. 642427
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How The National Public Data Breach Affects You - Part 1

Recently, 2.9 billion records were stolen from National Public Data, which is a Florida-based credit and criminal background check company. These records include a large amount of sensitive information including social security numbers. The hacking group USDoD has taken responsibility for the massive data breach. How does this data breach affect you? What do you need to know? University of Illinois’s Founder of the Computer Science program, Professor Sheldon Jacobson, PhD. and Director of the In...

Aug 28, 202439 min

Combating EEE in Massachusetts

Numerous towns in Massachusetts have seen a rise in Eastern equine encephalitis, better known as EEE, which is a rare but deadly mosquito-borne disease. At least 10 communities are at high risk for EEE. To combat the deadly disease, the state has taken to aerial and truck mounted spraying in Plymouth and Worcester County. How concerned are you about the threat of EEE in your area? Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

Aug 28, 202436 min

NightSide News Update

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! Sen. Bruce Tarr discussed Massachusetts Maternal Health Bill, Expanding Access to Midwifery, Birth Centers and Doulas in Massachusetts. Zach Wichter - USA TODAY's consumer travel reporter looks at Labor Day Weekend Travel - How to prepare for any complications you may encounter for this popular travel weekend, tips and tricks, best and worst days to travel. Rich Kennedy – Preside...

Aug 28, 202439 min

Will He Back Out? Part 2

Donald Trump told the press Monday after visiting Arlington National Cemetery, that he may back out of the Sept. 10th ABC debate with VP Kamala Harris. Trump said he believes ABC is “hostile” and would much rather do the debate with another network. Is the first debate that both campaigns committed to, in jeopardy? Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

Aug 27, 202442 min

Will He Back Out? Part 1

Donald Trump told the press Monday after visiting Arlington National Cemetery, that he may back out of the Sept. 10th ABC debate with VP Kamala Harris. Trump said he believes ABC is “hostile” and would much rather do the debate with another network. Is the first debate that both campaigns committed to, in jeopardy? Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

Aug 27, 202439 min

State Auditor Diana DiZoglio Checks In

Massachusetts State Auditor Diana DiZoglio just released an audit of the Massachusetts Convention Center Authority, which drew a lot of attention. The audit uncovered “disturbing and unlawful practices” at MCCA. DiZoglio joined Dan to discuss her recent audit as well as her push to ban nondisclosure agreements in state government. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

Aug 27, 202438 min

NightSide News Update

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! Recovering locked Facebook accounts is a nightmare. That’s on purpose, says Tatum Hunter – WaPo Tech Reporter. Monday was National Dog Day! 5 ways to make a difference in the lives of our canine companions and help to take Massachusetts a no-kill state. With Aurora Velasquez, Director of Eastern Region for Best Friends Animal Society. Sabrina Lam – Boston Globe correspondent tell...

Aug 27, 202438 min

The Path Ahead

Now that the Democratic National Convention is over and Kamala Harris is the official presidential nominee for the Democrats, the real campaigning begins! What does the Harris/Walz campaign have in store? How will RFK’s suspended campaign affect the Democrats? Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

Aug 24, 202439 min

RFK Jr. Endorses Trump

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. officially suspended his campaign and endorsed Donald Trump. RFK made clear that he is not fully terminating his campaign and that supporters could still vote for him in red or blue states that are unlikely to sway the outcome. However RFK said he will remove his name from the ballot in key battleground states. We discussed how the political shakeup could benefit Trump, who gladly accepted RFK’s endorsement. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

Aug 24, 202440 min

NightSide News Update

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! Survey: How many bad days do Americans have per month? With Scott Allen Curley – Expert on Mindset and Resilience and author of "Absolution: The Dark Path To Light". Kiernan Schmitt – Author of Secret Boston: An Unusual Guide Sherif Mityas - Restaurant Industry Expert discussed Bad Diners: The 10 most offensive things you can do at a restaurant! And AccuWeather Meteorologist Carl...

Aug 24, 202441 min

Kamala Harris Takes the Stage

Thursday evening at the Democratic National Convention, Vice President Kamala Harris took the stage to officially accept the DNC’s nomination of her as their presidential nominee. WBZ NewsRadio brought you live coverage of Harris’ speech! Dan followed up with post speech analysis and heard listeners' thoughts on the biggest moment of Kamala Harris’ political career! Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

Aug 23, 202438 min

Still Fighting to Live - Part 2

The battle over Boston Bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev’s death sentence continues. U.S. District Court Judge George O’Toole, who proceeded over Tsarnaev’s death penalty case, is in the midst of investigating whether two jurors were biased during the 2015 trial. The Bomber’s defense attorneys are pushing for the death penalty to get thrown out and are seeking a recusal for Judge O’Toole, who they claim made comments about the case on podcasts and during public events. Is justice-delayed justice denied? ...

Aug 23, 202424 min

Still Fighting to Live - Part 1

The battle over Boston Bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev’s death sentence continues. U.S. District Court Judge George O’Toole, who proceeded over Tsarnaev’s death penalty case, is in the midst of investigating whether two jurors were biased during the 2015 trial. The Bomber’s defense attorneys are pushing for the death penalty to get thrown out and are seeking a recusal for Judge O’Toole, who they claim made comments about the case on podcasts and during public events. Is justice-delayed justice denied? ...

Aug 23, 202442 min

NightSide News Update

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! Nazar Yasin - founder of the holistic mental health app Sol discussed September is National Suicide Prevention Month. The Art of Conscious Conversations: Transforming How We Talk, Listen, and Interact. Our guest for this segment is Chuck Wisner – Author & Coach. Rob Kelley - Supply Chain Expert talked about the Canadian freight railroads shut down, dealing a potential blow to...

Aug 23, 202441 min

RFK Jr: Will He Quit the Race? Part 2

Robert F. Kennedy is running for president as a third-party candidate with Nicole Shanahan as his running mate. Currently, Kennedy remains far behind Trump and Harris in state and national polls. Is RFK about to leave the race and if so, will he endorse Trump? Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

Aug 22, 202445 min

RFK Jr: Will He Quit the Race? Part 1

Robert F. Kennedy is running for president as a third-party candidate with Nicole Shanahan as his running mate. Currently, Kennedy remains far behind Trump and Harris in state and national polls. Is RFK about to leave the race and if so, will he endorse Trump? Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

Aug 22, 202438 min

Dining with Dogs?

Last year the city of Boston introduced a variance that allowed businesses to apply for a special “Dog Friendly Space,” allowing customers to eat and drink at outdoor patios or spaces with their canines. Do you think dog-friendly dining is a good idea? Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

Aug 22, 202434 min

NightSide News Update

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! Phil Bannatyne, Cambridge Brewing Company’s owner announces the brewery will close in December. Teralyn Pilgrim - Author of "No Scrap Left Behind: My Life Without Food Waste" shares clever ways to waste less food, save money and live more sustainably. Michael Poliakoff - President & Chief Executive Officer of American Council of Trustees and Alumni - ACTA Launches National Co...

Aug 22, 202438 min

Day 2 of the DNC - Part 2

Tuesday marked Day 2 of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. President Joe Biden did not speak until very late in the convention night, where he officially “passed the torch” to Kamala Harris. Did Democrats disrespect President Biden by having him on so late? How would you rate the DNC so far? We discussed the latest happenings at the DNC. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

Aug 21, 202440 min

Day 2 of the DNC - Part 1

Tuesday marked Day 2 of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. President Joe Biden did not speak until very late in the convention night, where he officially “passed the torch” to Kamala Harris. Did Democrats disrespect President Biden by having him on so late? How would you rate the DNC so far? We discussed the latest happenings at the DNC. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

Aug 21, 202440 min

Anything Can Happen

It has been quite the historic summer of politics. Former President Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt, President Joe Biden stepped aside from running for reelection, and Vice President Kamala Harris is on the verge of being the first Black woman to be nominated as the Democratic presidential nominee. National pollster John Zogby joined Dan to discuss how anything can happen this November! Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

Aug 21, 202439 min

NightSide News Update

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! 'Boy Meets World' actress reveals breast cancer diagnosis – MGH's Dr. Matthew Strickland discussed breast cancer types, importance of screenings, and more. It’s hard to have much confidence in the Patriots when Eliot Wolf doesn’t project it. With Ben Volin – Boston Globe NFL writer. We're joined by Ryan Roy - Production Director/ Office Manager of King Richard’s Faire – The New E...

Aug 21, 202437 min

Day 1 of the DNC! Part 2

The Democratic National Convention is underway at the United Center in Chicago and President Joe Biden spoke Monday evening. Dan chatted shared his thoughts on the President's speech and heard your thoughts on the convention and its speakers! Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

Aug 20, 202440 min

Day 1 of the DNC! Part 1

The Democratic National Convention is underway at the United Center in Chicago and President Joe Biden spoke Monday evening. Dan chatted shared his thoughts on the President's speech and heard your thoughts on the convention and its speakers! Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

Aug 20, 202440 min

The MCAS Graduation Requirement

The MCAS debate is nothing new, but this election season, Massachusetts voters may get the chance to vote on whether to eliminate or keep the MCAS graduation requirement. Joining Dan to outline and expand upon this proposed initiative is Mary Tamer, Executive Director of Democrats for Education Reform Massachusetts. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

Aug 20, 202438 min

NightSide News Update

We began the program by bringing you four news segments with different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! Kimberly Palmer, Senior Finance Writer for NerdWallet says as prices seem to be skyrocketing, Americans still continue to party! Benny Traub, Solutions Architect and Co-Founder of Inspira AI Corp asks would having an AI boss be better than your current human one? Culinary Historian Sarah Lohman - Author of: “Endangered Eating: America's Vanishing Foods” points out that Am...

Aug 20, 202437 min

20th Hour: Summer Bucket List

The summer sure went fast, didn’t it? It’s not over yet, and Dan asked "What’s left on your summer bucket list!?" Have some fun listening to our 20th hour! Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

Aug 17, 202442 min

Campaigning From Jail?

Former President Donald Trump is scheduled to be sentenced in his hush money case on September 18th but is seeking a delay until after November 5, citing "election-interference objectives." Is Trump on a faster track to jail than the presidency? Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

Aug 17, 202440 min

Steward Health Care Update

Gov. Maura Healey has announced that deals are in place to save five of the Steward Health Care hospitals in Massachusetts with the Commonwealth seizing St. Elizabeth's by eminent domain to ensure a smooth transition of ownership. The closure of Carney Hospital and Nashoba Valley Medical Center remains unchanged. Dan discussed. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

Aug 17, 202439 min
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