NightSide With Dan Rea

Following the President’s live address to the nation, Dan gave his analysis of the speech and invited listeners to share their thoughts on it as well. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! Is 2026 likely to be another wild ride? You bet! What challenges and opportunities might 2026 bring? Guest: Duane Deason – President of The Efficacy Group & certified public accountant Police ask public for video of Brown shooting suspect. The latest in this investigation...

What has been your overall customer service experience with various companies or organizations as of late? Do you feel like you’re stuck spending way too much time trying to resolve an issue that shouldn’t take as long as it does? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What has been your overall customer service experience with various companies or organizations as of late? Do you feel like you’re stuck spending way too much time trying to resolve an issue that shouldn’t take as long as it does? Amas Tenumah, MBA, author of the new book,  HOLD: The Suffering Economy of Customer Service joined us to discuss customer service failures, the real rea...

Massachusetts is considered one of the hardest states for young adults to buy a home. Only 36.4% under the age of 35 are homeowners, according to the National Association of Home Builders. What can be done to help make housing more affordable in the Greater Boston area? What do you think will help you with housing affordability in your community?   Andrew Mikula, who is a senior housing fello...

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! FIRE research: 2025 sets new record for attempts to silence student speech Guest: Robert Shibley - FIRE ‘s special counsel for campus advocacy Can Hoop: Harvard Women’s Basketball Launches “NERD” Jerseys for Giveaway at 1/10 Game. The origins of the mov...

This past weekend, Australia and Brown University in RI suffered tragic attacks. This hour, Dan invited callers to discuss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Brian Walshe verdict came down Monday with the jury finding Walshe guilty of murdering his wife Ana Walshe and dismembering her body. Criminal defense attorney Phil Tracy joined us to discuss the verdict! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Northeastern University’s Matthews Arena, formerly known as Boston Arena, closed its doors after 115 years. The historic athletic hall was once home to the Boston Bruins and Boston Celtics before the construction of the old Boston Garden. Many iconic public figures, not just professional athletes, have graced the hall once upon a time; the likes of Teddy Roosevelt & JFK are just a few. T...

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! Are tariffs the Grinch of this Christmas? Does it change holiday budgeting? Guest: Nicholas Colantuono – Certified Financial Planner Powerball jackpot surges to $1.1 billion! Tonight’s the next big drawing. The amount is one of the largest jackpots in Powerball his...

For NightSide’s last broadcast hour of the week, Dan asked the audience what their current “must watch” TV show is! Dan shared his & heard from listeners! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s the current global impact of President Trump’s tariffs? The U.S. Supreme Court is set to give their final ruling on the legality of Trump’s sweeping tariffs in the coming months. Gregory Stoller, professor at Boston University’s Questrom School of Business checked in to discuss the status of President Trump's tariffs among other areas of economic interest. See omnyst...

The Northeast Intercounty Scholastic Girls Hockey League (NISHL) is a newly established non-profit women's high school hockey league in New England that focuses on skill development, sportsmanship, and inclusiveness. The league was largely created to provide a space and league for all high school girls to play hockey, especially for those girls whose own high school might not provide a women's var...

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! Love Johnny Carson: One Obsessive Fan's Journey to Find the Genius Behind the Legend. Guest: Mark Malkoff - author/comedian who over 12 years interviewed 400 individuals about Johnny Carson and his Tonight Show What should we expect from the release of the Epstein files?...

With beef prices soaring this past year and many consumers considering affordability when going out to eat, many diners are skimping on entrees, ordering appetizers instead. According to Buyers Edge Platform, appetizer sales across the U.S. this year surged 20% through August. Sales of entrees were flat versus past growth, averaging around 3%. When going out to eat, are you also skipping the entre...

With beef prices soaring this past year and many consumers considering affordability when going out to eat, many diners are skimping on entrees, ordering appetizers instead. According to Buyers Edge Platform, appetizer sales across the U.S. this year surged 20% through August. Sales of entrees were flat versus past growth, averaging around 3%. When going out to eat, are you also skipping the entre...

In an unexpected twist, Brian Walshe’s defense team rested its case Thursday morning without ever calling a witness to the stand. During opening statements, defense attorney Larry Tipton told the jury that during the trial you will hear evidence of how an unexplained sudden death does and can happen; the cause of death which Walshe’s defense team are arguing happened to Ana Walshe. As...

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! 70th Anniversary of Globe Santa! What the program does each year for thousands of children. Guest: Linda Matchan – Boston Globe correspondent - the writer and editor for Globe Santa Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Mass & Metrowest hit a big milestone this year ma...

Members of the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission expect to pass regulations for social consumption of marijuana, this week. This would pave the way for cannabis cafes, and on-site consumption at dispensaries. What are included in the regulations? What type of safety requirements would be implemented? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Members of the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission expect to pass regulations for social consumption of marijuana, this week. This would pave the way for cannabis cafes, and on-site consumption at dispensaries. What are included in the regulations? What type of safety requirements would be implemented? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Members of the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission expect to pass regulations for social consumption of marijuana, this week. This would pave the way for cannabis cafes, and on-site consumption at dispensaries. What are included in the regulations? What type of safety requirements would be implemented? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! The Bruins this season. The latest Bruins news. Guest: Kevin Paul Dupont – Boston Globe sportswriter & columnist DEMOLISH YOUR COMFORT ZONES: 6 Unconventional Practices to Crush Your Hidden Limitations. Guest: Art Turock – author & motivational speaker...

Now and then we like to open up the phones to any topic, and topic suggestions. Tune in to hear what folks have to say! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Massachusetts Special Commission on Combating Antisemitism recently released their final report and recommendations. The commission was created and signed into law by Gov. Healey during the Summer of 2024 to address the alarming rise of antisemitic incidents and hate crimes occurring across the Commonwealth. David Freedman, one of Gov. Healey’s appointees to the Commission joined us to d...

What are the current housing market trends and the 2026 predictions for mortgage rates and home prices? Lance Morgan, a financial expert and educator stopped by to discuss the current housing market and trends, the various types of mortgages like a 30-year mortgage compared to a 50-year mortgage, what trends he's seeing with Millennials and Gen Z looking to buy their first home or even forgoing ho...