The Boston City Council is joining a handful of other councils in the Greater Boston area that are calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. In addition, today President Biden finally spoke out about the nationwide student protests over the Israel-Hamas war, playing out on college campuses.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio
The Boston City Council is joining a handful of other councils in the Greater Boston area that are calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. In addition, today President Biden finally spoke out about the nationwide student protests over the Israel-Hamas war, playing out on college campuses. We're joined with Boston City Coucilor Ed Flynn. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio
Traditional taxicabs ruled the roads when it came to personal rides for hire. That is until Uber launched in 2009, and then Lyft in 2012, essentially putting a large dent in revenue for traditional taxicab businesses. Felix Schneur, owner of Metro Cab, the largest taxi-cab fleet in greater Boston, joins us to discuss how business is bouncing back and the way the industry has changed since the emergence of ride share services.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio
We begin the program by bringing you four news segments with different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!First, Harvey Weinstein will be re-tried for sex crimes in New York City as soon as September. With Jorge Vela – Criminal Defense Attorney and Former Federal Prosecuto.Then, Larry Edelman, Boston Globe Business Writer/Columnist wonders why are people leaving Massachusetts?Next, Julie Bauke, Founder & Chief Career Strategist of The Bauke Group with a survey from Forbes, 33% of employers said they are less likely to hire Ivy League graduates than they were five years ago, with only 7% saying they were more likely to hire them...And finally, Discussing Workforce ageism – May is Older Americans Month with Gary Officer - founder and CEO of CWI Labs & also the President and CEO of the Center For Workforce Inclusion.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio
There is a student protest movement happening across the country over the Israel-Hamas war. Pro-Palestinian protests are being held at more than 40 campuses across the U.S. and in Canada, including Columbia University, Harvard University, Northwestern University, Tufts University, and more. Last evening 93 people were arrested at UCLA where fights broke out between rival protesters. We discussed the latest in the rise of student protests across the country.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio
There is a student protest movement happening across the country over the Israel-Hamas war. Pro-Palestinian protests are being held at more than 40 campuses across the U.S. and in Canada, including Columbia University, Harvard University, Northwestern University, Tufts University, and more. Last evening 93 people were arrested at UCLA where fights broke out between rival protesters. We discussed the latest in the rise of student protests across the country.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio
Ian Cain, the Quincy City Council President, is the latest challenger to Senator Elizabeth Warren. The 41-year-old who founded a startup incubator for blockchain technology, officially launched his Republican bid for U.S. Senate. Ian Cain joined us on NightSide to take listeners' calls!Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio
We began the program by bringing you four news segments with different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! We started with WBZ Newsradio Reporter James Rojas and a warning about Roche Bros. latest retailer hit by credit card skimmers.US Drug Control Agency to reclassify marijuana, and we get reaction from Gibran Washington CEO of Ethos – a cannabis dispensary company.No Mow May - Some people will not mow their lawns in the spring as a way to encourage early season pollination. With Matthew Shepherd – Director of Outreach and Education for Xerces Society.AI chatbots are taking over customer service, but most of us would rather wait for a human. Richard Weylman – Customer Experience Expert joined Dan Rea.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio
As Donald Trump’s hush money trial continued today, the judge presiding over the case holds Trump in contempt for violating his gag order. It was Trump’s series of posts on Truth Social that earned him the $9k fine for the violation. We discussed the latest in Trump’s hush money trial.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio
As Donald Trump’s hush money trial continued today, the judge presiding over the case holds Trump in contempt for violating his gag order. It was Trump’s series of posts on Truth Social that earned him the $9k fine for the violation. We discussed the latest in Trump’s hush money trial.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio
Amidst rising breast cancer rates among younger Americans, a new guideline about breast cancer screening emerges from the US Preventive Services Task Force. The USPSTF now recommends women beginning at 40 years old should receive a mammogram every other year. The previous recommendation was that women should begin receiving biannual screenings at age 50. Candy O’Terry, radio personality and breast cancer survivor, joined Dan to discuss the new guideline and share her story.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio
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, Dr. Aaron White of the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism talked with Dan about the dangers of drinking in the summer.Then, Loka Pandya says Laughter really is the best medicine! From easing back pain to keeping your heart healthy, experts share 6 surprising benefits of chuckling.And Day 2 of the Karen Read trial with analysis from attorney Phil Tracy.Finally, Bill Dendy – Financial Expert with Raymond James (a financial services firm) says raising a child in the US is getting even more expensive.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio
The pro-Palestinian student protest encampment at Columbia University continues to draw national attention. Khymani James, a student leader in the pro-Palestinian movement was barred from campus after standing by a statement they made online that “Zionists don’t deserve to live.” We heard your thoughts.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio
The pro-Palestinian student protest encampment at Columbia University continues to draw national attention. Khymani James, a student leader in the pro-Palestinian movement was barred from campus after standing by a statement they made online that “Zionists don’t deserve to live.” Boston Herald Columnist Jeff Robbins joined to discuss.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio
The Karen Read murder trial in Massachusetts officially started. Read is accused of killing her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O'Keefe. The opening statements began where Read’s defense team made the argument that Read was framed and told jurors that the investigation into O’Keefe’s death was “shoddy and biased.” We discussed Day 1 of the Karen Read trial.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio
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, Christopher Muther – Boston Globe travel writer on two nights, three provinces, and 1,600 miles. A sleeper train through Maritime Canada is slow travel at its best.Then, U.S. fertility rate falls to record low, with Adam Lampert, Senior Care Expert with Manchester Living.Sam Bourgi from CreditNews ReSearch says Boston among the top 10 least affordable metros for renters in 2024.And, Mike Crews, Financial Strategist, says ‘Unretiring’ is a growing trend.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio
Every now and then between now and the election, Dan conducts a "snap poll" to see where Nightside listeners stand. Dan heard your votes!Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio
According to an AARP survey, 1 in 4 U.S. adults aged 50 or older, who are not yet retired, expect to never retire! The higher cost of living is one of the main reasons why people are unable to save for retirement. In addition, a looming issue that will affect Americans' ability to retire is the financial health of Social Security and Medicare. Do you think you’ll be able to retire? Why or why not?Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio
The town of Marshfield joins a growing number of other communities in Massachusetts that have rejected the state’s MBTA Communities Act. The Act is MA’s answer to their housing crisis by requiring cities and towns near public transit, build multifamily housing adjacent to transit. Marshfield has until the end of 2024 to comply or risk losing state funding. We heard from Marshfield residents who shared their thoughts. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio
We began the program by bringing you four news segments with different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! Excitement mounts among soccer fans for Messi’s New England appearance, with Frank Dell’Apa – Globe Sports Correspondent.How much is tipflation costing Americans every year? Americans spend nearly $500 a year tipping more than they’d like to, according to new research. Nick Neonakis – franchise expert from the Franchise Consulting Company joined Dan.Some Massachusetts Gas Stations Are Charging More Than $4 Per Gallon; Will That Be The Norm This Summer? Tom Joyce – Reporter at the NewBoston Post checked in.AARP survey, 1 in 4 U.S. adults aged 50 or older who are not yet retired, expect to never retire. David John – Senior Strategic Policy Advisor at AARP.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio
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