NightSide With Dan Rea

Continued conversation about how Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment several times during the recent Senate hearing on the government's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, choosing not to answer questions from lawmakers. The hearing, led by Sen. Rand Paul, focused on long-running disputes over COVID's origins and allegations that NIH-funded research in China contributed to the pandemic. D...

Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment several times during a recent Senate hearing on the government's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, choosing not to answer questions from lawmakers. The hearing, led by Sen. Rand Paul, focused on long-running disputes over COVID's origins and allegations that NIH-funded research in China contributed to the pandemic. Dan reviewed what happened at the he...

Flock Safety cameras are popping up in communities across the country, but their use has sparked controversy over privacy and public safety. A new bill from Rep. Thomas Massie would block federal funding for cities and police departments that use the controversial license-plate reader technology, arguing it goes too far. Supporters say the cameras help solve crimes and keep communities safer, whil...

Dave Wedge, a New York Times bestselling author, journalist, podcast host, and award-winning former Boston Herald reporter, has released his latest book,  Blizzard of Lies: Karen Read, John O'Keefe, and the Shocking Unsolved Murder in Cop Town, USA . The book examines the high-profile Karen Read trial, exploring the competing narratives, claims, and controversy surrounding the death of Boston...

We continued to discuss the trial of Lindsay Clancy where prosecutors allege the former Duxbury labor and delivery nurse deliberately killed her three young children in January 2023 before attempting to take her own life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Halftime returns with Paul Wahlberg. Jill Suzanne Kornetsky has spent more than a decade working on the ground in Afghanistan, helping local communities and building organizations focused on economic opportunity, food security, and women's empowerment. Even after the Taliban returned to power, she remained committed to the Afghan people and continues to work on practical, long-term solutions to he...

Continued conversation about postpartum psychosis which is a rare but serious mental health emergency that can occur after childbirth, causing symptoms like hallucinations, delusions, paranoia, and severe mood changes. Unlike postpartum depression, postpartum psychosis can involve a loss of touch with reality and requires immediate medical attention. The condition is at the center of the Lindsay C...

Postpartum psychosis is a rare but serious mental health emergency that can occur after childbirth, causing symptoms like hallucinations, delusions, paranoia, and severe mood changes. Unlike postpartum depression, postpartum psychosis can involve a loss of touch with reality and requires immediate medical attention. The condition is at the center of the Lindsay Clancy trial, which is now underway....

Dan introduced the Nightside listeners to the Democratic Socialists of America, and their desire to get rid of America's government. Listen in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The family of 87-year-old Maude Hinds says they were blindsided after learning the Massachusetts Parole Board voted to release the man convicted of strangling her during a 1991 robbery in Boston. Relatives say they believed his life sentence meant he would never be released and are now questioning how the board reached its decision. Dan spoke with George "Chip" Greenidge Jr., the great-nephew of H...

Massachusetts may seem primed for a political shake-up, with frustrated voters, competitive primaries, and a record nine ballot questions this fall. But political analyst Jon Keller says the state's political establishment has a long history of surviving challenges, noting that incumbents like Gov. Maura Healey and Sen. Ed Markey continue to poll well. Keller joined Dan for discussion.  See o...

The highly anticipated murder trial of Lindsay Clancy is underway in Plymouth Superior Court, where prosecutors allege the former Duxbury labor and delivery nurse deliberately killed her three young children in January 2023 before attempting to take her own life. The jury first heard opening statements from Assistant District Attorney Shanan Buckingham and defense attorney Kevin Reddington. Patric...

For the final hour of the week, Dan shared a story about a couple he recently had dinner with. Each had created their own bucket list without knowing what was on the other's list. When they finally compared them, they were amazed to discover they had both chosen the very same destination! Curious where it was? Listen to the podcast to find out. Dan also awarded a NightSide mug to the first listene...

The war with Iran is now approaching its fifth month, with no clear end in sight as U.S. and Iranian forces continue exchanging strikes and tensions remain high across the Middle East. The fighting has extended beyond Iran’s borders, affecting U.S. bases, regional allies, and key shipping routes, including the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns about global energy supplies and the risk of a...

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu has unveiled a street safety plan following the death of city transportation planner and cyclist Louisa Gag, pledging more permanent protected bike lanes, stronger truck safety measures, and an outside review of the city's Streets Cabinet. The plan also calls for evaluating the Mission Hill intersection where Gag was killed, expanding durable bike lane barriers, improving...

Massachusetts voters will get the chance this November to weigh in on whether the state’s recreational marijuana law should be repealed. Supporters of the ballot question say legalization has led to public health and safety concerns, while opponents argue the industry has created jobs, brought in tax revenue, and provides a regulated way for adults to buy cannabis. The vote will determine wh...

Dan opened up the phone lines for callers to continue discussions from earlier in the night, or bring up new topics they'd like to hear us cover! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A deadly attack in Boston has sparked calls for action. A Bedford man is facing charges in connection with two violent incidents, including the death of a man found with serious injuries near Boylston and Tremont streets and a separate assault near Beach Street. The Downtown Boston Neighborhood Association is calling for a renewed task force to address public safety concerns, and co-founder Rishi...

Cyclospora cases have surged across the U.S., sickening thousands in a foodborne outbreak linked to fresh produce, including iceberg lettuce. The parasite can cause severe diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, fatigue, and weight loss, and outbreaks are often difficult to trace because symptoms may not appear for up to two weeks. Dan spoke with Timothy Lytton, Regents' Professor at Georgia State Unive...

The Massachusetts Senate is considering a proposal to eliminate Chapter 62F, a voter-approved law that requires excess state tax revenue to be returned to taxpayers. Republican candidate for Governor Brian Shortsleeve says repealing 62F would amount to a permanent tax increase by allowing Beacon Hill to retain billions in excess revenue rather than returning it to taxpayers. Shortsleeve joined Dan...

In a recent video statement, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani acknowledged that the city does not have the legal authority to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he visits for the United Nations General Assembly. However, Mamdani said he still believes the International Criminal Court's arrest warrant should be enforced and urged the federal government to join the ICC and execute...

A new investigation by ProPublica and the Anchorage Daily News found that a federal broadband subsidy program is providing more than $340,000 a year to deliver internet service to hundreds of mostly empty buildings on Alaska’s remote Adak Island. The funding comes through the Universal Service Fund, a fee collected from telecommunications customers that helps bring internet access to rural c...

A Boston man convicted of killing 87-year-old Maude Hinds in 1991 has been granted parole after decades behind bars for the brutal attack. Dionicio Delvalle was sentenced to life in prison for her death, but the Massachusetts Parole Board cited his rehabilitation efforts, prison record, and acceptance of responsibility in approving his release. The decision has sparked debate over whether people c...

David Solet is a longtime Middlesex County prosecutor running for district attorney, with 24 years of experience handling serious criminal cases. He led the office’s Cold Case Homicide Unit from 2019 to 2025, working on unsolved murders and major investigations, and says his focus is on public safety, supporting victims, and using modern tools like DNA and digital evidence to solve crimes. D...

The conversation continued about how New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani says he will seek to have Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrested if he comes to New York for the United Nations General Assembly. Mamdani argues he has the authority to do so based on an International Criminal Court warrant alleging war crimes in Gaza. Critics question whether the mayor has the legal authority to m...