NightSide With Dan Rea

Continued conversation about how President Trump has repeatedly said a deal with Iran is imminent, raising hopes that the conflict could soon come to an end and the Strait of Hormuz could reopen. But Iran is demanding major concessions, including compensation for the devastation caused by five months of U.S. and Israeli bombardment. Have you lost faith in Trump’s ability to close the deal? S...

President Trump has repeatedly said a deal with Iran is imminent, raising hopes that the conflict could soon come to an end and the Strait of Hormuz could reopen. But Iran is demanding major concessions, including compensation for the devastation caused by five months of U.S. and Israeli bombardment. Have you lost faith in Trump’s ability to close the deal? See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

Imagine going to a concert and walking away with a free cruise! That’s exactly what happened at a recent Zac Brown concert when Brown surprised more than 37,000 fans with a cruise vacation...but let’s not forget about those taxes, fees, and other costs, which add up quickly. Would you jump at a “free” cruise, or does it stop being a deal once you see the final bill? Dan has...

Anne Brensley isn’t giving up after failing to make the lieutenant governor ballot. She’s now shifting her focus to a write-in campaign for secretary of state, challenging longtime Democratic incumbent William Galvin. With no other Republican currently running for the office, could Brensley pull off an unlikely statewide challenge? Brensley joined Dan to discuss her campaign.  See...

Bradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea: Bradley opened the phone lines and invited callers to call in and express their thoughts! Discussion included living in the here and now, music, how new "stuff" doesn't make you happy, how disparities in wealth causes revolutions, and how concert ticket prices are out of control.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea: The burger wars are heating up, and Burger King is fighting back with a revamped Whopper designed to win back customers and take on rivals like McDonald’s. The chain has updated everything from the bun and toppings to the packaging, hoping the changes will give the iconic burger a fresh edge. So, when it comes to the ultimate fast-food showdown...

Bradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea: Schools across the country are trying to crack down on cell phone use, but some students are finding ways around the rules by putting fake phones in lockers while keeping their real ones with them. If the goal is safety and staying connected, should parents consider giving younger kids basic flip phones instead of smartphones loaded with apps, games,...

Bradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea: Ukraine has shown how inexpensive, mass-produced drones can change the course of modern warfare. Now, Massachusetts companies like Robinson Unmanned and GreenSight are helping the Pentagon ramp up America's drone capabilities. Bradley spoke with Mike Clatworthy, VP of Emerging Technologies at GreenSight, about how the war in Ukraine is reshaping mili...

Bradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea: Bradley opened the phone lines for discussion of whatever topic you wanted! Callers talked about the Chengdu J-36 prototype aircraft, Bradley talked about his early work days doing interviews with famous people, and people called in to talk about the cost of lobster rolls and what their limit is for buying them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

Bradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea: For more than 60 years, The Rolling Stones have defined rock 'n' roll, but their story is about much more than the music. In his new biography, Bob Spitz takes readers behind the scenes to explore the friendships, feuds, wild highs, and painful lows that shaped Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and the band that refused to fade away. Spitz joined Bradley...

Bradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea: Continued conversation with auto expert Craig Fitzgerald about how the average car payment these days is around $750 a month, and with gas prices hovering near $4 a gallon, keeping a vehicle on the road can get expensive fast. For many drivers, holding onto an older car and paying for repairs may still be the cheaper option. How much would you spend...

Bradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea: The average car payment these days is around $750 a month, and with gas prices hovering near $4 a gallon, keeping a vehicle on the road can get expensive fast. For many drivers, holding onto an older car and paying for repairs may still be the cheaper option. How much would you spend on a repair before deciding it’s time for a new vehicle, and...

Bradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea: Continued conversation about your favorite and worst summer jobs. Bradley also shared his past work experiences with the audience. Listen in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea: Bradley wanted to know what your favorite and worst summer job was. He also shared his work experiences with the audience. Listen in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea: Continued conversation with Michael Coyne, Dean of the Massachusetts School of Law in Andover, about all the recent high-profile criminal cases in the news. Listen in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea: It seems like every time you turn around, another high-profile criminal case is making headlines. From the Karen Read trial to the Lindsay Clancy case, the Idaho college murders, and more, these stories have captivated the nation. Bradley talked with Michael Coyne, Dean of the Massachusetts School of Law in Andover, about the recent cases that have g...

Bradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea: Would you put, or do you already have, a GPS tracker on your child, or does that cross the line into overparenting? With more families using smartwatches, phones, and tracking apps to keep tabs on their kids, the debate over safety versus privacy is heating up. Bradley wanted to know where you stood on this issue and whether constant tracking brings...

Bradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea: Traffic in Greater Boston is as frustrating as ever, with many feeling like it's just par for the course. But does it have to be? Massachusetts already has several ideas on the table to ease congestion, including congestion pricing. If congestion pricing came to Boston, would you pay a little more to drive into the city, or would you seek alternative...

Bradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea: Continued conversation with veterinarian Dr. John de Jong who answered the listener's questions about their dogs, cats, birds, and other furry friends! Listen in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea: The listener's got a chance to ask questions about their dogs, cats, birds, or other furry friends. From puzzling behaviors and nutrition to common health concerns and preventative care, veterinarian Dr. John de Jong answered everyone's questions. Listen in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea: Bradley threw open the phone lines for a discussion of whatever was on the listener's minds! Discussion included how our entertainment viewing has changed, how spoons are usually not part of the table setting anymore in restaurants, bad dreams, music, dating on the cheap, and a little sports chat.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

Bradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea: Bradley threw open the phone lines for a discussion of whatever was on the listener's minds! Discussion included visiting NH, the joys of sobriety, fear of ticks, making music, and US-Canada relations.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea: Continued conversation with author and historian Anthony Sammarco who has written more than 80 books on Boston's rich history. His latest books,  S.S. Pierce: A Boston Tradition , The Church of the Holy Spirit , and A History of the Milton Cemetery , join his long list of works that reminisce about years gone by. Bradley opened the lines for lis...

Bradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea: Author and historian Anthony Sammarco has written more than 80 books on Boston's rich history. His latest books, S.S. Pierce: A Boston Tradition , The Church of the Holy Spirit , and A History of the Milton Cemetery , join his long list of works that reminisce about years gone by. Bradley opened the lines for listeners to chat with Sammarco about the...

Most of us probably imagined we'd end up in a different career than the one we actually have. Maybe you dreamed of being a firefighter, a teacher, a doctor, or even a radio talk host…but life had other plans. Dan wanted to know what career you thought you'd have and why it didn't pan out! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.