NightSide With Dan Rea

For the last couple of months now, Dan has been conducting a snap poll in the 20th Hour on the last Friday of every month, asking NightSide listeners who they would vote for President at this moment in time. A lot has happened in the last month including RFK Jr. suspending his campaign and endorsing Trump and VP Harris giving her first interview. With that being said, has your vote changed? For whom would you vote?Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

Somerville’s Central Library has been forced to close its doors for two hours every weekday after a recent history of continued unruly behavior by rowdy teenagers. Somerville City Councilor Kristen Strezo said this decision came after a year in which library staff complained about rampant misbehavior including reports of teens lighting firecrackers, getting into fights, and disturbing fellow peers. Councilor Strezo joins Dan this evening to discuss the closure.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

The Boston College and NHL communities are mourning the tragic death of hockey star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother, also a former BC hockey player, Matthew Gaudreau. The two brothers died Thursday while bicycling in New Jersey, when they were struck by a vehicle driven by an alleged drunk driver. Johnny was a superstar hockey player who led the Eagles to the Frozen Four in his junior season and was named the 2014 Hobey Baker Award Winner. Gaudreau went on to play in the NHL as a high scoring forward. Tonight, we speak about this tragedy and the appropriate punishment for the alleged drunk driver.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

Jim McBride – Boston Globe sportswriter brings us the story of Olympic medalist Xiyu Lin who hopes to shine in Boston’s LPGA event in her adopted home area.Larry Edelman – Boston Globe columnist discusses the influx of job hunters pushes Massachusetts unemployment to highest level in four years.Taxi To America - A Greek Orphan’s Adoption Journey with Stella Nahatis – Author.Local pianist Mark Davis has 35 years of experience turned life around during COVID. Now does live piano streams & plays gigs full time.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

Up until Thursday, Vice President Kamala Harris has not done an in-depth interview or news conference since replacing President Biden atop the Democrats' national ticket. What questions would you ask her about her campaign or any past or present issues? 

This week marks the 10-year anniversary of the Market Basket protests where employees and customers alike rallied together to support Market Basket CEO Arthur T Demoulas, who was ousted from his job by his cousin amid a long-running family feud. Case studies were done about the protests calling them, “the most unprecedented worker action that we’ve seen in our century.” Were you part of the protests? Is there any store or establishment you feel so passionately about that you would stick your neck out for like Market Basket?Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

This week marks the 10-year anniversary of the Market Basket protests where employees and customers alike rallied together to support Market Basket CEO Arthur T Demoulas, who was ousted from his job by his cousin amid a long-running family feud. Case studies were done about the protests calling them, “the most unprecedented worker action that we’ve seen in our century.” Were you part of the protests? Is there any store or establishment you feel so passionately about that you would stick your neck out for like Market Basket? This hour MIT Sloan School of Management Professor Thomas Kochan joined Dan Rea to discuss.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

 We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! Mario Oliveira - President/Co-Founder of VIPO (Violently Injured Police Officers) - Massachusetts Legislature passed V.I.P.O.’s model legislation to protect the wellbeing of police officers & other first responders who are shot, attacked or otherwise violently injured in the line of duty.Jerry Leeman - CEO of the New England Fishermen’s Stewardship Association - Fishermen flotilla gathers in protest at the destroyed Vineyard Wind turbine.Darlene Mottley - Staff attorney handling consumer protection matters for the Federal Trade Commission shares the Latest Variations on Impersonation Scams.Julie Bauke – President & Chief Career Strategist of The Bauke Group says bad bosses push Gen Zers, millennials to the brink.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

Recently Bill Belichick made some comments on the "millionaire's tax" in Massachusetts. Dan wants to know if you agree with his comments. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

Scott Allen Curley is an ex-convict with 9 convictions, who served nearly a decade behind bars. Scott’s life was a roller coaster filled with drugs, abuse, incarceration and homelessness so he’s had many “bad days”! Scott joined us on NightSide to share his story of how he turned his life around upon exiting prison and became a self-made millionaire! If you think you’re having a bad day or a rough patch, Scott has some encouragement for you!Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

Schools have been competing with cell phones for quite some time now. It’s gotten so bad with students being distracted by their phones while trying to learn, that many schools in Massachusetts, New Hampshire and across the country, are now banning phones in the classroom. Newly imposed cell phone bans have become a point of contention with students and parents alike. Dr. Marty Makary, a Johns Hopkins School of Medicine professor, joined us to discuss why he believes cell phones “must be” banned in schools.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! 70mm Screening at Coolidge Corner Theatre with Mark Anastasio – Program Director of Film Programming and Education at the Coolidge Corner Theatre.Dr. Gregory Janz discussed research from Harvard University Graduate School of Education has found that it's not adolescent teens that are struggling most with their mental health, but college aged young adults…Dr. Rob Fraser – CSO & President of Molecular You on Tackling the Rising Cancer Rates in Millennials & Gen X.Mark Raymond Jr – Tourism expert and Founder of Split Second Foundation discussed accessible travel tips and tricks for those living with a disability or medical condition such as how to find hotels, activities and transportation that are accessible.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

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. Have you experienced any scams or identity theft?Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

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 Institute for Computational Redistricting joined us to discuss! Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

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!

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 – President of the Angel Fund is hosting annual Walk of Hope for ALS on Saturday, September 7th in Wakefield.Dr. Cedric “Jamie” Rutland - American Lung Association Representative reminds parents they are best defense against youth vaping.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

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!

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!

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!

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 tells us about a Celtics-themed corn maze at Kimball Farm in Haverhill.U.S. centenarian population is projected to quadruple over the next 30 years, with Katherine Schaeffer - Research analyst at The Pew Research Center.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!