Mass General Brigham, the largest health care system in Massachusetts, announced its plan to lay off hundreds of workers, citing a roughly $250 million budget gap. MGH said the layoffs will focus on “non-clinical and non-patient facing roles.” What are some of the challenges MGB is facing that might have led to the layoffs? How will MGH’s restructuring impact the hospital system? Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!...
Feb 11, 2025•41 min
Mass General Brigham, the largest health care system in Massachusetts, announced its plan to lay off hundreds of workers, citing a roughly $250 million budget gap. MGH said the layoffs will focus on “non-clinical and non-patient facing roles.” What are some of the challenges MGB is facing that might have led to the layoffs? How will MGH’s restructuring impact the hospital system? Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!...
Feb 11, 2025•38 min
We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! In honor of Black History Month a look at “The Green Book”. When travel was treacherous for Black people: The Green Book’s legacy in New England. With Emily Sweeney – Boston Globe Reporter. American Heart Month (Feb) - 2025 top heart-health diets, how to choose which eating plan is best for people concerned about heart health. Gretel Schueller - U.S. News & World Report’s Man...
Feb 11, 2025•40 min
This weekend the Kansas City Chiefs face off against the Philadelphia Eagles in the Super Bowl! Dan wants to know your Super Bowl predictions! Who do you think will win the game and by how many points? Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!
Feb 08, 2025•42 min
After just dealing with a snowstorm Thursday in the Greater Boston area, meteorologists predict another storm is heading our way this weekend. Weather reports are predicting between 4-8 inches for Southern New England and Western Massachusetts. The Cape & Islands along with NH are projected to get between 3-6 inches. How are you preparing for the storm? Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!...
Feb 08, 2025•41 min
After just dealing with a snowstorm Thursday in the Greater Boston area, meteorologists predict another storm is heading our way this weekend. Weather reports are predicting between 4-8 inches for Southern New England and Western Massachusetts. The Cape & Islands along with NH are projected to get between 3-6 inches. How are you preparing for the storm? We checked in with Bob Larson, an AccuWeather Meteorologist who discussed storm projections! Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio...
Feb 08, 2025•39 min
Boston’s Rise as an esports (competitive video-gaming) Hub – City Hosts Major Event at MGM Music Hall in February. With Robbie Douek – CEO of Blast . Penguin Plunge weekend is happening this weekend, February 8th and 9th at Hampton Beach – Benefitting Special Olympics NH. Mark Ericson – Multimedia manager for Special Olympics NH has the details. Fix Your Marriage Without Counseling: A Practical Method Men Will Appreciate, with Ziba Graham - a licensed clinical social worker & author. Former ...
Feb 08, 2025•39 min
President Trump made some controversial statements this week about the Gaza Strip. Trump seemingly suggested that the U.S. would take over the Gaza Strip and rebuild it, displacing Palestinians. Is Trump getting out over his skis? Is it wise to get more heavily involved with the Israel-Hamas war? Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!
Feb 07, 2025•42 min
President Trump made some controversial statements this week about the Gaza Strip. Trump seemingly suggested that the U.S. would take over the Gaza Strip and rebuild it, displacing Palestinians. Is Trump getting out over his skis? Is it wise to get more heavily involved with the Israel-Hamas war? Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!
Feb 07, 2025•39 min
Philanthropist Josh Kraft has officially thrown his hat into the ring for Boston mayor. Kraft launched his mayoral campaign this week, making the issue of affordable housing one of his top priorities if elected mayor. Josh Kraft joined us on NightSide to talk about his campaign for mayor, the issues he’s most compassionate about, and his hope for Boston if elected. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!...
Feb 07, 2025•40 min
We kicked off show number 4000 of the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! Traveling to New Orleans for the Super Bowl? Tips to get the best deal with Zach Wichter, USA TODAY’s resident Consumer Travel reporter. Is American Democracy Working for All Americans? A new national survey will evaluate how Americans perceive and experience democracy. Brad Rourke - Chief External Affairs Officer, Kettering Foundation joined Dan to discuss. F...
Feb 07, 2025•39 min
Gary Tanguay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea Boston born stand-up comic and comedic actor, Jamie Flynn chatted with Gary about his style of comedy, his stand-up routine, and his recent TV show Loudermilk! Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!
Feb 06, 2025•41 min
Gary Tanguay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea Torey Champagne, director and producer, joined Gary to discuss the best films about football. Torey directed the recent film, “Rhythm Masters: A Mickey Hart Experience” and knows a thing or two about sports media! Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!
Feb 06, 2025•41 min
Gary Tanguay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea The United States is home to an estimated 1,150 malls; some sources project that by 2032, there may be as few as 150 malls still in operation. With the popularity and convenience of online shopping, what’s the future of in-person shopping? Todd Finard, a real estate developer, joined Gary to discuss. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!...
Feb 06, 2025•40 min
Gary Tanguay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea Wednesday began mayoral candidate Josh Kraft’s first official day of campaigning. It appears that one of the biggest issues set to take center stage during this race is the topic of housing. Kraft already produced a slogan: “More housing. More opportunity.” We discussed how Boston’s mayoral race is already heating up! *Josh Kraft will join Dan Rea on NightSide, Thursday February 6th at 9PM to discuss his campaign. * This week a group of Nichols Col...
Feb 06, 2025•40 min
Gary Tanguay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea This year advertisers are bringing a healthier and more female-focused message to this year's Super Bowl, with commercials highlighting everything from breast cancer awareness to obesity and body positivity. This trend is a stark contrast to years past where most commercials were highly targeted towards men with commercials for sports betting or crypto investing. Scott Baradell is a marketing expert who joined Gary to talk about this year’s upcomin...
Feb 05, 2025•40 min
Gary Tanguay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea Does it seem like the culture of our politics is just so polarizing? Often, it appears there is no middle ground, that we go from one extreme to the other. Why is that? What’s the psychology behind political movements? We examined the psychology and human behavior behind political movements and viewpoints. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!...
Feb 05, 2025•41 min
Gary Tanguay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea Right now the Canadian tariff on energy imports has been paused for 30 days, but if that does go into effect, it could have a broad impact on New England energy costs. Nearly 10 percent of New England’s electricity is imported from Canada. How can businesses and residents save money on electric bills this winter? Demorian Linton, the CEO of Inertia Resources, Inc. joined Gary to discuss. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to...
Feb 05, 2025•42 min
Gary Tanguay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea It’s never easy when you must prepare to say goodbye to a loved one. End of life care can be stressful and daunting but with the right tools and help it doesn’t have to be. How can you tackle grief while undergoing such a challenging period? Angela Crocker, the Executive Director of the Parmenter Foundation joined Gary to answer your questions and discuss tackling grief. To find out more about the Parmenter Foundation and their upcoming event, An E...
Feb 05, 2025•38 min
Gary Tanguay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea Sam Mettler, political junkie and Emmy-award winning producer, writer and comedian joined Gary to talk about all things politics. From the new Trump Administration and the President’s blizzard of executive orders to the ongoing Senate confirmation hearings, Sam and Gary dove into it all! Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!
Feb 04, 2025•43 min
Gary Tanguay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea The nominations for the 97th Academy Awards are out, and the musical “Emilia Perez” leads the pack with 13 nominations, followed by “Wicked” and "The Brutalist" each with 10 nominations. Boston Globe film critic Odie Henderson joined Gary to discuss all the nominations including Best Picture! Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!...
Feb 04, 2025•40 min
Gary Tanguay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea Over the weekend, the Trump Administration imposed tariffs on America’s three biggest trading partners: Canada, Mexico, and China. Trump is slapping a 25% tariff on imports from Mexico and Canada and a 10% tariff on goods from China. Energy imported from Canada, including oil, natural gas, and electricity, would be taxed at 10%. Tariffs on Mexico have been paused for one month and tariffs on Canada have been paused for 30 days. Why is Trump imposin...
Feb 04, 2025•40 min
Gary Tanguay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea This year there will be another mayoral election in Boston. It was recently announced that Josh Kraft, a longtime nonprofit leader, and son of New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft, plans to run against incumbent mayor, Michelle Wu. Kraft has yet to make an official announcement but has filed the necessary paperwork to run for mayor of Boston. While Mayor Wu has not officially launched her re-election campaign, Kraft is her first competitor this ...
Feb 04, 2025•41 min
We made it! It’s finally the end of January, the longest, darkest month of the year that feels like an eternity! With that being said, what’s the best thing about January being over? Is it that we’re one step closer to warm weather? Maybe you participated in “dry January” and now you get to have a drink…whatever it is, Dan had listeners tell us what the best part about January being over is for them! Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights ...
Feb 01, 2025•40 min
Valentine’s Day is merely a couple of weeks away. It’s a time, many reflect on their own romantic relationships. Are there areas of your relationship you are looking to improve upon? Carolyn Sharp is a licensed couples therapist who joined us to answer your questions and help you achieve a happy and healthy relationship! Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!
Feb 01, 2025•41 min
There is an ongoing debate between the city of Boston and various community members over the city’s plan to renovate Franklin Park’s White Stadium into a stadium complex that will host a professional women’s soccer team. Many neighbors around Franklin Park have expressed concerns over the project’s potential environmental impact and the use of public land for private use. We spoke to Louis Elisa, the President of the Garrison-Trotter Neighborhood Association, about their group’s concerns over th...
Feb 01, 2025•40 min
We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! Dr. Bob Anderson, from the Center for Vein Restoration says Don’t toss New Year’s goals aside: doctors link exercise and weight loss with vein health. The importance of vein health. Friday was National Have Fun at Work Day! The importance of having fun on the job! With Joel Zeff - workplace culture expert, speaker and the author of Make the Right Choice: Lead with Passion, Elevat...
Feb 01, 2025•39 min
Many of us have and use some sort of social media. Social media can be a wonderful way to get news updates and stay connected with friends but what happens when it becomes more than that? What happens when you find yourself spending endless hours online, unable to put the phone down or get off the computer? Do you question if your social media use has turned into an addiction that is affecting your life? Don Grant, PhD, National Advisor of Healthy Device Management for Newport Healthcare is a me...
Jan 31, 2025•42 min
Wednesday evening, an American Airlines passenger jet collided with a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter sending both aircraft into the Potomac River below. There were 64 people on board the plane and three soldiers in the Army helicopter, according to DC Mayor Muriel Bowser. Officials say no survivors are expected. Six people associated with the Skating Club of Boston in Norwood were among the deceased passengers. Does a tragedy such as this make you rethink about traveling via aircraft? Ask Alexa...
Jan 31, 2025•40 min
Wednesday evening, an American Airlines passenger jet collided with a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter sending both aircraft into the Potomac River below. There were 64 people on board the plane and three soldiers in the Army helicopter, according to DC Mayor Muriel Bowser. Officials say no survivors are expected. Six people associated with the Skating Club of Boston in Norwood were among the deceased passengers. Does a tragedy such as this make you rethink about traveling via aircraft? Ask Alexa...
Jan 31, 2025•44 min
