NightSide With Dan Rea

The U.S. House approved a war powers resolution on Wednesday aimed at halting the military action in Iran, a move that defied President Donald Trump. So, what happens now? A vote will be taken up by the U.S. Senate and if passed, sent to Pres. Trump's desk who can veto it...so does it make much difference? Trump says Iran already agreed they would not have a nuclear weapon so what's the hold up wi...

With the FIFA World Cup coming to Boston in the coming weeks, we will ask the audience, are they all in on the games? Do you have FIFA Fever? Are you going to any of the games or are you trying to stay away from the surrounding area as much as possible? The games have brought a lot of excitement for many, but not everyone may be thrilled about the increased traffic delays, crowds, etc. We talked a...

8:05PM: An upcoming Cold Case Video Series by Emily Sweeney of the Boston Globe is in the works. What you can expect! Guest: Emily Sweeney – Social Video Journalist for the Boston Globe (she just got promoted to this new title)  8:15PM: Around 1 in 5 young people use AI chatbots for mental health advice, survey finds. Guest: Alice Connors-Kellgren, PhD, Director of Psychology at Tufts M...

The Massachusetts House of Representatives passed what they are describing as a “transparency bill” called, An Act Promoting Transparency and Public Access in State Government. The bill is in direct response to the ongoing legal battle brought forth by State Auditor Diana DiZoglio, to audit the State Legislature. The measure would allow DiZoglio to audit the administrative functions of...

The Massachusetts House of Representatives passed what they are describing as a “transparency bill” called, An Act Promoting Transparency and Public Access in State Government. The bill is in direct response to the ongoing legal battle brought forth by State Auditor Diana DiZoglio, to audit the State Legislature. The measure would allow DiZoglio to audit the administrative functions of...

The Massachusetts House of Representatives passed what they are describing as a “transparency bill” called, An Act Promoting Transparency and Public Access in State Government. The bill is in direct response to the ongoing legal battle brought forth by State Auditor Diana DiZoglio, to audit the State Legislature. The measure would allow DiZoglio to audit the administrative functions of...

8:05PM: Journey Forward’s 16th Annual Casino Night Fundraiser hosted by Christopher Knight on Thursday June 4th at Kings in Dedham. Guest: Christopher Knight – Hollywood actor (The Brady Bunch) & supporter of Journey Forward  8:15PM: Addressing the broken elevators at Boston Public Housing. How one disabled veteran couldn’t access his apartment… Guest: Ed Flynn &n...

With the FIFA World Cup coming to town and the anticipation of a surge of visitors to the area, Boston Mayor Michelle Wu and Governor Maura Healey are supporting legislation that would allow communities across the state to temporarily extend last call to as late as 3 a.m. Rhode Island has already passed a bill to let bars stay open until 4 a.m. during the World Cup. What are your thoughts on this?...

With the FIFA World Cup coming to town and the anticipation of a surge of visitors to the area, Boston Mayor Michelle Wu and Governor Maura Healey are supporting legislation that would allow communities across the state to temporarily extend last call to as late as 3 a.m. Rhode Island has already passed a bill to let bars stay open until 4 a.m. during the World Cup. What are your thoughts on this?...

We’re at a time where the progression of autonomous vehicles and AI-powered logistics systems has never been higher. While innovative technology can certainly be a good thing, some are concerned about potential job loss and adequate regulations. The International Brotherhood of Teamsters is making the fight against AI job loss and unchecked automation a top priority and Boston native and Tea...

8:05PM: Summer Travel Is Getting More Expensive. Here's How to Spend Less. Guest: Tim Smart - U.S. News contributor who writes about the economy  8:15PM: Champions for Peace: An Evening of Life, Legacy, and Action - a special gathering dedicated to raising critical funds for the Louis D. Brown Peace Institute’s National Center of Healing, Teaching, and Learning. Guest: Clementina Chery...

Over the weekend, on Saturday specifically, New England residents from Massachusetts down to Rhode Island and up to New Hampshire heard a loud sonic boom across the region when a meteor passed through our atmosphere. Did you hear it? Where were you? Dan Rea heard it and thought a tree fell on his house! We wanted to hear about your experience as well! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...

Over the weekend, on Saturday specifically, New England residents from Massachusetts down to Rhode Island and up to New Hampshire heard a loud sonic boom across the region when a meteor passed through our atmosphere. Did you hear it? Where were you? Dan Rea heard it and thought a tree fell on his house! We spoke with Boston Globe meteorologist Ken Mahan and James Ryan, professor emeritus of physic...

Micah Q. Jones is a U.S. Army Veteran, attorney, father, and husband running for U.S. Congress to represent MA’s 6th District. Jones is running unopposed on the Republican side, for Rep. Seth Moulton’s open seat, as Moulton is running for U.S. Senate. Jones joined us on NightSide to discuss his campaign, the issues he’s ready to tackle if elected! See omnystudio.com/listener for...

8:05PM: Radio Veteran Jordan Rich Among 2026 MBA Hall Of Fame Honorees! Guest: Jordan Rich – Longtime WBZ NewsRadio Talk Host  8:15PM: Gen X is quietly driving the new cannabis boom… Guest: Shane Leonard - an addiction expert and heads up Into Action Recovery Centers  8:30PM: Nantucket Comedy Festival Marks 20 Years - Announcing Global Expansion of Free Youth Education Progr...

NightSide’s last hour of the week we like to keep it light and fun. On the coat tails of the previous hour, Dan wanted to share stories about what was the craziest, and/or most dangerous thing you've ever done?  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do the risks far outweigh the benefits? We periodically see local news stories about a missing hiker in the woods or a local resident who got lost or worst-case scenario, died while hiking in the woods of NH, Maine, or MA. The last local story we saw was roughly a month ago of a West Roxbury man who was found dead 5 miles from his car up in Franconia Notch NH after seemingly getting lost hiking an...

On Thursday, the MA Senate voted to turn over records sought by State Auditor Diana DiZoglio as part of her audit of the chamber. However, the 33-6 vote does not mean the Senate "concedes". In a resolution note responding to the Supreme Judicial Court's order, while they voted to turn over requested documents, they “do not concede” to an audit, saying if senators believe it’s unc...

8:05PM: Gas prices have fallen for 7 days straight. The national average has dropped 13 cents since its peak of the Iran conflict, with six states now averaging below $4. Guest: Rey "R.T." Trevino - Runs Pecos Country Energy, a privately owned oil and gas exploration and production company headquartered in Fort Worth.  8:15PM: Worst Red Sox Offense in Decades? Guest: Chad Finn – Boston...

Ahead of the release of her new book,  View from the East Wing: A Memoir,  Former First Lady Jill Biden shares her thoughts about her husband, President Joe Biden’s concerning 2024 debate performance in which he was stumbling over his words and at times hard to follow. First Lady Biden says she was “frightened” seeing him struggle, thinking he was having a stroke and qu...

Ahead of the release of her new book,  View from the East Wing: A Memoir,  Former First Lady Jill Biden shares her thoughts about her husband, President Joe Biden’s concerning 2024 debate performance in which he was stumbling over his words and at times hard to follow. First Lady Biden says she was “frightened” seeing him struggle, thinking he was having a stroke and qu...

The town of Rutland, Massachusetts is cancelling their 4th of July festivities this year. There were original concerns that the decision to cancel was over funding availability or in response to some community viewpoints. However, in a joint statement, the Rutland Fire & Police Department, the Rutland 4th of July Committee, and the Town of Rutland said the decision was strictly made because of...

8:05PM: Mass State Lottery’s Megabucks jackpot is now up to $18.95 Million! It’s the third largest jackpot in the game’s history, and the largest jackpot since 1986! The next drawing is Sat. May 30th. Guest: Mark Bracken - Executive Director of the Massachusetts State Lottery  8:15PM: The Government Bailout Prevention Act. Guest: Thomas Aiello - Vice President of Government...

Is politics ruining relationships in your life? How so? A recent study done by PNAS Nexus found that 37% of Americans reported losing a relationship with a friend, family member, romantic partner, or coworker because of political differences. That’s roughly four in ten adults who say politics ended a relationship in their life. We continued the topic and asked you how politics have impacted...

Is politics ruining relationships in your life? How so? A recent study done by PNAS Nexus found that 37% of Americans reported losing a relationship with a friend, family member, romantic partner, or coworker because of political differences. That’s roughly four in ten adults who say politics ended a relationship in their life. Aaron Perlut, author of  “The Death of...