NightSide With Dan Rea

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...

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! The Rise of Digital Parenting: How Remote Work & Screen Time can make an impact on parenting. Also how digital parentings comes into play now in custody battles. Guest: Yonatan Levoritz – Attorney who practices family law Biting cold persists. Another storm arrives W...

Dan asked listeners if they feel the Trump Administrations handling of the Venezuela boats is a good thing, or a bad thing.  Be sure to check in with Nightside every night from 8 until midnight for guaranteed human discussions! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

According to a new Suffolk University/Boston Globe poll, one-third of 500 voters surveyed said they considered leaving Massachusetts in the last year. Residents cited inflation, cost of living, health care costs, housing affordability, and taxes as their highest concerns. Dave Paleologos, Director of the Suffolk University Political Research Center, explained the results of this survey. See omnyst...

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu and State Senator Nick Collins continue to butt heads over Wu’s tax shift plan, which would shift the property tax burden from homeowners to commercial property owners. With residential property taxes expected to rise 13% next month, Wu is urging approval from Beacon Hill. Senator Collins outlines that Wu’s plan will burden the city’s economy by putting a...

We began the program with four interesting guests on topics we think you should know more about! This year, the market is flooded with new A.I. toys, and some of them may not be appropriate for all ages! U.S. PIRG Education Fund’s 40th Trouble in Toyland report. Guest:  Rory Erlich, New Economy Campaign Associate with the Public Interest Research With the holidays in full swing, so...

For NightSide’s last hour of the week we like to keep it light and have fun! This week Dan asked everyone what their go-to comfort food is.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.