NightSide With Dan Rea

Jason Greenberg was able to escape from Israel a year ago when Hamas first invaded. Some of his family members were not as lucky. Some were killed and others remain hostage. Greenberg just returned from Israel and he shares his journey. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday evening, we explored what a “No” vote on Massachusetts Ballot Question #3 would look like. Wednesday night, we explore the “Yes” vote with Roxana Rivera, co-chair of the Yes on 3 coalition. Visit the NightSide podcast page for more discussions on the 2024 MA Ballot Q’s! Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM! See omnyst...

8:05: Seaport to Elect First-Ever Dog Mayor! with guest Claire Kilcullen, Associate Director of Culture & Experience at WS Development   8:15: Manufacturing jobs are back, except in states like Massachusetts with guest Steph Solis, Axios Boston Reporter 8:30: The Norfolk County Sheriff’s Office will host a veterans-focused “House to House for Heroes” with guest Norfolk County Sheriff Patrick M...

Continued conversation about what the polls are saying as the 2024 presidential election heads into its final stretch. Is there a decisive lead? Dan opened the lines for comment. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Millions of voters have already cast their ballots as the 2024 presidential election heads into its final stretch. What are the polls saying? Averages are reflecting that neither candidate is decisively in the lead. To sort it all out, Dan welcomed Emerson College Pollster Spencer Kimball. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM...

In our continued efforts to cover the 2024 Massachusetts ballot questions, we took a look at Question 3 which asks, “Should rideshare drivers be allowed to unionize?” Kelly Cobb-Lemire, organizer of Massachusetts Drivers United, joined Dan to talk about how the passing of Q3 would undercut rideshare driver’s rights. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan R...

Is It Allergies, A Cold, Or COVID? Dr. William Berger, allergist and Medical Advisory Council member for Allergy & Asthma Network, outlines differences.  It’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month and often overlooked is male breast cancer wellness - Guest: Dr. Sam Nardello, Surgical Breast Oncologist at Tufts Medicine.  Salem’s Haunted Happenings with guest Salem Mayor Dominick Pangallo. It’s almost...

In the spirit of weather and how some areas of the U.S. can certainly get it's share of harrowing occurrences, such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and earthquakes, Dan asked the audience if there was any place in the world you'd rather live than here in New England.  Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM! See omnystudio.com/listene...

In the last couple of weeks, you might have noticed photos of the recent aurora borealis that was visible in parts of New England, dominated your social media news feeds. Auroras are caused by disturbances in solar or “space” weather. What exactly is solar weather, what are examples of it, and how does it affect us here on Earth? Shawn Dahl, a solar weather forecaster at the National Oceanic and A...

The American Civil Liberties Union is supporting Karen Read and her appeal to the Massachusetts’ Supreme Judicial Court, arguing that the judge presiding over the case declared a mistrial too quickly and failed to take the appropriate steps to ensure she’s protected against double jeopardy. Dan discussed. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknigh...

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on topics we thought you should know about! “The Curse Breakers” - Celebrating 20 years since the Red Sox ended their 86-year World Series drought with Boston Globe Sports Media Columnist Chad Finn. Dr. Andrew E. Budson, a Boston University neurologist who specializes in memory disorders, discusses why people in their 30s and 40...

Most drivers out there can relate to experiencing their fair share of traffic violations…examples include drivers turning on red when they are not supposed to, pedestrians jaywalking, another driver tailgating you, etc. What road violation really grinds your gears the most? Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Department of Homeland Security released an investigative report on the Secret Service following two assassination attempts on former President Donald Trump. The report reveals troubling issues with the organization saying it has a “corrosive” culture and a “troubling lack of critical thinking,” with calls for systemic change. Former Boston Police Commissioner and former Chief of the LAPD, Bil...

Have you ever wondered why you have dreams in black and white? Or maybe you consistently have dreams about falling…why is that? Kelly Bulkeley, Ph. D is a psychologist and dream researcher who is the director of the Sleep and Dream Database. Kelly joined us to discuss not only the science behind your dreams but also help you interpret your dreams! Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio! S...

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! Poll: 61% say election is harming mental health. With Leigh Richardson, PhD – Licensed professional counselor – Founder of the  Brain Performance Center . Deer Crashes Increasing by Leaps and Bounds - Drivers urged to be alert as deer crashes spike between October and December with...

Vice President Harris sat down with Fox News' Bret Baier. Dan wants to know what you thought of the interview.  Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Israeli military have confirmed that Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar has been killed. Sinwar is believed to be the chief architect of Hamas’ deadly October 7, 2023, terror attack that sparked a war in Gaza. How does this change the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas? Is it over? Will Israel's successes calm the Middle East? Jeff Robbins joined Dan to discuss. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iH...

Massachusetts Ballot Question 4 ask voters whether to legalize certain natural psychedelics such as “magic mushrooms.” What’s your opinion on psychedelic substances? Dr. Nassir Ghaemi from the Coalition for Safe Communities, representing the “No” side of the issue joined us this evening to discuss Question 4! *The “Yes” side of the campaign was unable to join this evening & plans to join us on...

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! Annual Boston Lung Force Walk American Lung Association’s LUNG FORCE Walk Boston with Ashley Carrier - Executive Director in Massachusetts for American Lung Association. Cybersecurity Awareness Month - From romance scams to phishing scams, the cost of online threats is on the rise...

A UMass Amherst poll finds that the highest percentage of Massachusetts residents in over four years believes the state is on the “wrong track.” The survey found that the top concern for respondents is housing. We discussed the specific findings from the poll and ask you if you think MA is on the “wrong track.” Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio! See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

A UMass Amherst poll finds that the highest percentage of Massachusetts residents in over four years believes the state is on the “wrong track.” The survey found that the top concern for respondents is housing. We discussed the specific findings from the poll and ask you if you think MA is on the “wrong track.” Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio! See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

Question 1 on the upcoming November election ballot asks Massachusetts voters if the state auditor, who is Diana DiZoglio, should be given the authorization to audit the Massachusetts Legislature. To raise awareness about Question 1, Diana DiZoglio set out to walk 141 miles across Massachusetts from Berkshire County to Boston! DiZoglio completed her “Walking for Sunshine” journey and joined us on...

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! ChiHae Kwan, OD, Director of Optometry at the New England Eye Center at Tufts Medical Center with Halloween Eye Safety: Protecting Your Eyes During the Spooky Season. Dr. Ivan Misner – author of The 3rd Paradigm: A Radical Shift to Greater Success discusses how to avoid burnout, ov...

Who do you think won the U.S. Senate debate between Warren and Deaton? Dan called the race based on who he thought had the best debate performance and heard listeners' thoughts.   Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who do you think won the U.S. Senate debate between Warren and Deaton? Dan called the race based on who he thought had the best debate performance and heard listeners' thoughts. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.