NightSide With Dan Rea

8:05PM: Everwild (a women’s mountain biking festival) invites female mountain bike riders of all skill levels to come out and participate in their mountain biking weekend May 1st-3rd! Hosted by Hale Education in Westwood, MA. Guest: Jocelyn Bergeron -organizer of Everwild mountain biking festival at Hale Education, where she leads fundraising and strategic philanthropic partnerships.  8...

New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel was photographed with sports reporter Dianna Russini, causing a stir in the media. But do fans care? Should they care? Is it anyone else's business? Dan shared his insights on the situation.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you noticed with your weekly grocery shopping that the grocery bill seems to be higher than it was 5-6 years ago, yet you’re getting less food? A new analysis from InvestorsObserver tracked the price and package size of America’s most popular grocery brands across six years, from 2020 to 2026 and found the results to be surprising… The average American family of four is spe...

Have you noticed with your weekly grocery shopping that the grocery bill seems to be higher than it was 5-6 years ago, yet you’re getting less food? A new analysis from InvestorsObserver tracked the price and package size of America’s most popular grocery brands across six years, from 2020 to 2026 and found the results to be surprising… The average American family of four is spe...

8:05PM: It’s National Work Zone Awareness Week, which aims to protect roadside workers as construction season ramps up. A look at MA’s Slow Down, Move Over law, which according to AAA research, many drivers don’t understand the law. We'll discuss what you need to know… Guest: Jillian Young – Director of Public Relations for AAA Northeast&nbsp...

As the war with Iran continues, President Trump extended the cease-fire for now. Do you agree with this decision, or should the President change strategies?  Stay tuned to WBZ NewsRadio 1030 for the latest updates on this continuing story. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the war with Iran continues, President Trump extended the cease-fire for now. Do you agree with this decision, or should the President change strategies?  Stay tuned to WBZ NewsRadio 1030 for the latest updates on this continuing story. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Nizam Missaghi is an American citizen who was born in the United States but grew up in Tehran, Iran. Dr. Missaghi lived under Iran’s theocracy belonging to a faith the Islamic Republic refused to recognize, which made his future success nearly impossible in that country. Dr. Missaghi checked in with us and discussed not only his harrowing escape from Iran as a child, but he shared his in...

8:05PM: American Lung Association State of the Air report. What grade did the Boston Metro area receive for air quality? Guest: Daniel Fitzgerald – Director of Advocacy for RI & MA with the American Lung Association  8:15PM: As the highly anticipated 2026 summer travel season approaches, consumer behavior is shifting, and the way Americans travel is changing. How? Are Americans pull...

On October 5th, a crowd of people staged a "street takeover" in Randolph MA, and 17 people were charged. Footage from a police dash camera show the vehicle being swarmed and fireworks being fired off. Dan suggests a $10,000 bail, and require parents to show up. Most of those involved weren't from Randolph, and so have no ties to the community. What do you think should happen to people who block st...

On October 5th, a crowd of people staged a "street takeover" in Randolph MA, and 17 people were charged. Footage from a police dash camera show the vehicle being swarmed and fireworks being fired off. Dan suggests a $10,000 bail, and require parents to show up. Most of those involved weren't from Randolph, and so have no ties to the community. What do you think should happen to people who block st...

There is a potential ballot question being petitioned right now that aims to ask MA voters if they are in favor of a gradual personal income tax reduction that would lower the rate from 5% to 4%. As a Massachusetts voter, would you support or oppose lowering the state's personal income tax? Jim Stergios, the Executive Director of the Pioneer Institute (who supports this petition to lower the state...

8:05PM: Gov. Healey signs a Cannabis Reform Bill for MA. A look at the changes that will be made to Massachusetts' marijuana industry and the state agency that oversees it. Guest:  Steve Reilly - Head of Government Relations for Insa (a vertically integrated, independent cannabis company)  8:15PM: A Mickey Mantle 1965-67 Yankees Game-Used Bat Sells for $84k, a 1957-58 Topps Basketball Un...

The Iran regime said Monday that it has no plans to attend peace talks in Pakistan with President Trump's top three negotiators. The ceasefire deadline between the two countries is looming. Will Trump reignite a firestorm on Iran if they don't "cooperate"? We discussed the ongoing efforts to end the war in Iran, which appears to be more challenging for the Trump Administration than they originally...

The Iran regime said Monday that it has no plans to attend peace talks in Pakistan with President Trump's top three negotiators. The ceasefire deadline between the two countries is looming. Will Trump reignite a firestorm on Iran if they don't "cooperate"? We discussed the ongoing efforts to end the war in Iran, which appears to be more challenging for the Trump Administration than they originally...

Last September, Artie T. Demoulas, the former CEO of New England grocery chain Market Basket, was ousted from the company. Following the firing, the company’s board filed a lawsuit to uphold its decision to which Artie countersued. Artie’s firing stemmed from a claimed resistance to board oversight, failure to include his three sisters and their families from business decisions and for...

8:05PM: Following up on the WBZ NewsRadio story of two friends who took on the T-Stop Challenge, visiting every T-Stop in one day! Guest: Charles Franklin & Adam Oppenheimer – Two Friends Who Took Up The T-Stop Challenge  8:15PM: Who are the celebrities that ran Monday’s Boston Marathon? Guest: Kyle Bray – WBZ NewsRadio Reporter   8:30PM: Former Market Basket CEO Ar...

Ahead of Marathon Monday, Dan wanted to know how you celebrate or mark the day! Do you have any Marathon traditions? Are you running the race or want to wish the runner in your life good luck? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sweet Cheeks Bakery in Amesbury, MA is a local bakery known for their cookies. To help kids learn about running a business, owner Renee Terry introduced the “Mini Manager” program that allows kids to experience firsthand what it looks like to run a business. The program received lots of positive feedback from kids, parents, and the community so that’s why it came as a surprise to...

The Strait of Hormuz was opened Friday following a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon. “The passage for all commercial vessels through Strait of Hormuz is declared completely open,” said Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. In response to the news, the price of oil quickly plummeted by more than 10 percent, to less than $89 per barrel. President Trump said he expects a...

8:05PM: The Thomas E. Smith Foundation – raising awareness and funds for those living with paralysis. About their Boston Marathon Team… Guest: Thomas Smith – Founder of the Thomas E. Smith Foundation (whom it is named after). He's had three paralyzing spinal cord injuries. He participates in the Boston Marathon annually to raise money and awareness on behalf of those affected by...

Dan looked at a curious situation of at least 10 scientists, nuclear experts and high-ranking military personnel disappearing without a trace.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

According to a new Suffolk University/Boston Globe poll, incumbent Senator Ed Markey leads challenger Congressman Seth Moulton by 17 points in the Senate Democratic Primary for Massachusetts. Concerns have come up regarding Markey’s age (79) and whether he’s too old to serve another 6-year term, however according to the polls, age criticisms don’t appear to threaten Markey’...

The fight wages on for Massachusetts State Auditor Diana DiZoglio as she prepares to face off against Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell in court over the right to examine the finances of the State Legislature. Various legislators have questioned the constitutionality of DiZoglio’s efforts to audit the Legislature, prompting her to seek council from the AG, only to be met with mo...

8:05PM: An arrest has been made in the Beverly estate heist. How investigators tracked the man responsible! Guest: Emily Sweeney – Boston Globe Cold Case Files Reporter  8:15PM: Legendary Wildlife Photographer & Conservationist Tom Murphy to be Honored with new U.S. Postage Stamp honoring the Bison (America’s national mammal) based on his work in Yellowstone. Thoughts on the E...