NightSide With Dan Rea

The McArdle family was away from their Medfield home for the Memorial Day weekend when a fire broke out at their home. Surveillance video shows an Amazon driver arriving 20 minutes after the first signs of smoke. The driver opened the garage, walked through the smoke, placed the package, and then left without alerting anyone. Hours went by before a passerby alerted 911. Why did the Amazon driver not alert authorities? What would you do? Amazon declined our invitation to join.

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The McArdle family was away from their Medfield home for the Memorial Day weekend when a fire broke out at their home. Surveillance video shows an Amazon driver arriving 20 minutes after the first signs of smoke. The driver opened the garage, walked through the smoke, placed the package, and then left without alerting anyone. Hours went by before a passerby alerted 911. Why did the Amazon driver not alert authorities? What would you do? Amazon declined our invitation to join.

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First up, Glenn Rottmann – Certified Hypnotherapist explains how hypnotherapy is revolutionizing wellness and recovery. 

Election Anxiety Relief: Four Ways to Stay Calm and Avoid Upset with Karen Howard - CEO and Executive Director of Organic & Natural Health Association.

John Powers – Sports Globe Correspondent on the wars in Gaza and Ukraine, and threat of terrorism, loom over Paris Olympics this summer.

Bill Walton’s Passing - His time in Boston was brief but unforgettable, and we were lucky to have him with Dan Shaughnessy – Globe Sports Writer and author of “Wish It Lasted Forever: Life with the Larry Bird Celtics”.

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After 9 hours of deliberations, the jury in the Donald Trump hush money trial found the former president guilty on all 34 felony counts of falsifying business records in connection with a hush money payment to adult film actor Stormy Daniels near the end of the 2016 presidential campaign. Sentencing is scheduled for July 11th. 

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After 9 hours of deliberations, the jury in the Donald Trump hush money trial found the former president guilty on all 34 felony counts of falsifying business records in connection with a hush money payment to adult film actor Stormy Daniels near the end of the 2016 presidential campaign. Sentencing is scheduled for July 11th. 

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After 9 hours of deliberations, the jury in the Donald Trump hush money trial found the former president guilty on all 34 felony counts of falsifying business records in connection with a hush money payment to adult film actor Stormy Daniels near the end of the 2016 presidential campaign. Sentencing is scheduled for July 11th. 

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After 9 hours of deliberations, the jury in the Donald Trump hush money trial found the former president guilty on all 34 felony counts of falsifying business records in connection with a hush money payment to adult film actor Stormy Daniels near the end of the 2016 presidential campaign. Sentencing is scheduled for July 11th. 

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The jury in Donald Trump’s hush money trial is out for deliberation. Day one of deliberations wrapped up without a verdict. It appears the jury wants to review more testimony and asked to rehear the judge’s instructions. If you were on the jury, would you vote to acquit or to convict? How do you think the jury will vote?

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The jury in Donald Trump’s hush money trial is out for deliberation. Day one of deliberations wrapped up without a verdict. It appears the jury wants to review more testimony and asked to rehear the judge’s instructions. If you were on the jury, would you vote to acquit or to convict? How do you think the jury will vote?


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Andres Barnes, the Engagement Director for Historically Black Colleges and Universities for NumbersUSA, wrote a piece in the Boston Herald on the impact that unfettered immigration has/had on the Black community. Barnes is concerned about mass immigration affecting job opportunities for Black Americans where after the Immigration Act of 1965, saw Black economic progress stagnate and decline. Barnes and Lou Murray joined Dan to discuss. 
 

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Sports injuries – How long various sports injuries take to heal, with Dr. Adam Tenforde.

Sam Fincke, Animal Rescue League’s Director of Community Operations on the drastic influx of community kitten intakes – Helping the 700k community cats living in MA.

Mass Lottery Celebrates 50th Anniversary of First Instant Ticket with Christian Teja – Director of Communications for MA Lottery Commission.

Dr. Bruce Hermann, and Label Fables: Your sunscreen might have way less SPF than the label says. 


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As former President Donald Trump’s hush money trial is ongoing in NYC, the Biden campaign sent some allies to speak outside the courthouse. Actor Robert DeNiro delivered an anti-Trump speech where he focused on the January 6th insurrection in an effort to refocus the presidential election. 

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As former President Donald Trump’s hush money trial is ongoing in NYC, the Biden campaign sent some allies to speak outside the courthouse. Actor Robert DeNiro delivered an anti-Trump speech where he focused on the January 6th insurrection in an effort to refocus the presidential election. 

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A resident from Martha’s Vineyard is accused of going on a multi-state crime spree where the individual stabbed four girls at a Braintree movie theatre, two workers at a Plymouth McDonalds and is wanted in connection with a Connecticut murder. In addition, this individual was accused by his father of having a mental break a month prior, in which a mental health worker determined they did not meet the criteria to be held…We discussed the breakdown in the criminal justice system that occurred.

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We started off with Matt Rosencrans - Lead hurricane seasonal forecaster for NOAA. NOAA predicts above-normal 2024 Atlantic hurricane season.

Then, “Serial Killers with Dr. Scott Bonn” – Live Theatrical Event Coming to City Winery – Serial Killers he’s interacted with, the takeaways & why are some so obsessed with true crime.

Next, NCAA signs off on deal that would change landscape of college sports - paying student-athletes, with Brent Chapman - An NCAA Expert.

And James Terry – Hiring expert with Indeed Flex, who discusses a survey that says  40% of recent grads aren't using their degree.

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Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:

From USO tour clips to Bob Hopes’ Insult Reel, monologues, and PGA Classics….you’ll find it all on the Bob Hope YouTube channel! Morgan chatted with Jim Hardy who’s worked on 43 television shows with Hope and countless personal appearances. Listeners shared their memories of Bob!

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Emmy Award-winning Arts and Entertainment Critic Joyce Kulhawik reviews and previews this summer’s hottest movies and more. Listeners called in with their summertime box office picks!

Morgan White Jr. filled in on NightSide:

We’ve all jammed to the music being played during the Boston Celtics and Boston Bruins home games, but have you ever really thought about who’s producing all this magic? DJ Dan McCarthy has managed thousands of events for the Celtics and Bruins. He joined Morgan to share some of his favorite moments in Boston sports.

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Boston entrepreneur Bryan Ganz is changing the way people protect themselves and is hoping to change the self-defense landscape with less-lethal options. His “paintball gun on steroids” doesn’t shoot bullets, but rather projectiles designed to either hurt the offender or incapacitate them with a pepper spray and tear gas combination. Ganz joined Morgan with the details.

During a question-and-answer sessionafter delivering a speech at the Hudson Institute in Washington, D.C.,former GOP presidential candidateNikki Haley revealed that she will be voting for Donald Trump for president. Trump told the press after a rally in the Bronx that he thinks Haley will be part of his team in some form if he wins the election. Do you think Haley voting for Trump will affect the Biden campaign?

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Monday is Memorial Day, a day where we highlight and honor the people who died while serving our country. Listeners paid tribute to their military heroes on NightSide.

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The unofficial start of Summer is upon us as we head into Memorial Day weekend. It appears the weather will be on our side and beautiful for the long weekend. Are you heading away for the weekend? Where are you going? What festivities will you take part in this weekend?

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We began the program by bringing you four news segments with different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! 

Tom Furrier – owner of Cambridge Typewriter in Arlington says for $35,000, you could own the Boston area’s last remaining typewriter shop. 

Chris Carosa – Hamburger Historian & Author on the Evolution of the Hamburger in America – How it became an American icon, and How to grill the ultimate burger!

Memorial Day Traffic! Best times to travel and what areas to avoid with Dan Mazella – Director of Traffic Operators for TTWN Boston & Traffic Reporter.

And John Chisholm - adjunct scientist at the New England Aquarium’s Anderson Cabot Center for Ocean Life -Shark Activity Reported After Animals Bitten, Warns New England Aquarium – Tips for what to expect with shark activity as we head into the warmer months.

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During a question-and-answer session after delivering a speech at the Hudson Institute in Washington, D.C., former GOP presidential candidate Nikki Haley revealed that she will be voting for Donald Trump for president. On Thursday, Trump told the press after a rally in the Bronx, that he thinks Haley will be part of his team in some form if he wins the election. Do you think Haley voting for Trump will affect the Biden campaign?

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The trial involving Karen Read, who is accused of killing her then boyfriend John O’Keefe is in its third week of trial. There have been nearly 40 witnesses who have testified, making it what Dan calls a “confusing” trial. The defense claims Read is being framed while the prosecution is trying to prove she hit O’Keefe with her car and left him in the cold to die. Dan wants to know, will a confusing case lead to an acquittal?

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The trial involving Karen Read, who is accused of killing her then boyfriend John O’Keefe is in its third week of trial. There have been nearly 40 witnesses who have testified, making it what Dan calls a “confusing” trial. The defense claims Read is being framed while the prosecution is trying to prove she hit O’Keefe with her car and left him in the cold to die. Dan wants to know, will a confusing case lead to an acquittal?

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The trial involving Karen Read, who is accused of killing her then boyfriend John O’Keefe is in its third week of trial. There have been nearly 40 witnesses who have testified, making it what Dan calls a “confusing” trial. The defense claims Read is being framed while the prosecution is trying to prove she hit O’Keefe with her car and left him in the cold to die. Dan wants to know, will a confusing case lead to an acquittal?

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We began the program by bringing you four news segments with different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! 

Boston’s Broken Liquor License System Driving Chefs From The City with Diti Kohli, Boston Globe Reporter

Trying to catch up on lost sleep? It may not help with sleep deprivation. Richard Sima, Neuroscientist & WaPo Columnist joined Dan Rea.

Sgt. Betsy Smith (Retired) – Spokesperson from the National Police Assoc. on a survey that says eighty-percent of retail workers are “scared every day” as they clock in for work, and 72% have experienced incidents in which staff couldn’t respond to a threat because their store was understaffed. 

Matt Rosen of Allata discussed a new survey that finds Americans are divided on whether AI will make things better or worse.

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More towns move to reject the MBTA Communities Act that requires 177 cities and towns served by or located not more than half a mile from the T to zone for more multifamily housing. So far, just 60 of those communities have complied. Should MBTA communities comply with or reject the law’s zoning requirements?
 
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More towns move to reject the MBTA Communities Act that requires 177 cities and towns served by or located not more than half a mile from the T to zone for more multifamily housing. So far, just 60 of those communities have complied. Should MBTA communities comply with or reject the law’s zoning requirements?
 
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According to a poll conducted by Advantage, Inc for the MA Fiscal Alliance, 60 % of the MA residents polled do not want increased taxes or fees here in the Bay State. As it is, costs appear to be at an all-time high, take the housing market for example, where the average cost of a house in the Greater Boston area is $950k. What does the future of the MA economy look like? Jim Eltringham of Advantage Inc, who conducted the poll, joined Dan to discuss. 

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We began the program by bringing you four news segments with different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!

What’s behind this intense heat in May? With Boston Globe Meteorologist Ken Mahan.

The typical house in MA now costs $950,000 with Jared Wilk – President of the Greater Boston Assoc. of Realtors.

How to find hidden cameras in an Airbnb, according to Joe LaSorsa - founder and president of LaSorsa and Associates, a security consultancy firm that specializes in corporate counterespionage.

Attorney Phil Tracy with an update on the Karen Read Trial.

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The U.S. State Department issued condolences to Iran for the loss of their President who died in a helicopter crash over the weekend. Was this a good idea? 

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The International Criminal Court is seeking arrest warrants for Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant, as well as three Hamas leaders, over actions taken during the Israel-Hamas war. A panel is currently in the process of assessing whether to issue those warrants. Do you think Israel is guilty of genocide? Dr. Jack Porter, a self-described progressive Democrat says, “No” and joined us on NightSide to discuss.

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The Massachusetts Republican Party is becoming more competitive. Christopher Lauzon is a lifelong Cape Codder who is running for the Cape and Islands Senate seat, challenging incumbent Julian Cyr. Lauzon joined Dan to discuss the many MA based topics he is ready to tackle if elected senator. Sen. Cyr declined our invitation to join this evening.

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We began the program by bringing you four news segments with different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!

Quincy Mayor Thomas Koch joined Dan to discuss Congressman William Delahunt and Karen & Rob Hale to be Honored at 2024 Adams Presidential Center Gala.

 Christina Gravina – Founder & CEO of Bridging Independent Living Together – Highlighting a Non-Profit organization devoted to enriching the lives of people with disabilities.

Mark Schieldrop – AAA Senior Spokesperson discusses Put Driving Safety on The Table for Older Americans Month - & Memorial Day Weekend Travel.

Jodi O’Donnell-Ames – Founder of Hope Loves Company, the only nonprofit dedicated to supporting the children of those with ALS - & Book: Hope Givers: Conversations and Stories of Hope.

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If you were to guess, where do you think a majority of young voters fall politically? Popular opinion might have you guessing a majority of Gen-Zers are Democratic. However that is not true. According to a Gallup poll, while a good chunk of 18–29-year-olds, 47% of them, do identify as Democratic, 39% identify as Republican, and 12% Independent so they are quite nuanced. We discussed.


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If you were to guess, where do you think a majority of young voters fall politically? Popular opinion might have you guessing a majority of Gen-Zers are Democratic. However that is not true. According to a Gallup poll, while a good chunk of 18–29-year-olds, 47% of them, do identify as Democratic, 39% identify as Republican, and 12% Independent so they are quite nuanced. We discussed.

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Even with inflation cooling, Massachusetts has seen a surge in grocery prices, rising faster than most of the country. Why? While there are several factors, high transportation and energy costs combined with too much supermarket competition are driving forces in plaguing the Bay State with high grocery bills. How much are you paying for groceries? Have you had to cut back?

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We began the program by bringing you four news segments with different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!

Why are grocery prices rising so much faster in Massachusetts? With Boston Globe Reporter Thomas Lee.

Hunter Chaney - Director of Marketing, Communications and Education Collings Foundation / American Heritage Museum on a WWII Tank Demonstration May 25th & 26th, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the American Heritage Museum.

MA Sen. Bruce Tarr joined Dan to promote a postpartum depression app, legislative efforts on that development and what we can do right now for mothers. & an update on Salisbury Beach raised funds.

Bobby Livingston - Executive VP at RR Auction with a little rock history: a rare Jimi Hendrix and Little Richard tape are up for auction.

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For NightSide’s last hour of the week, Dan likes to keep it light and fun. It's time again for listeners to share their stories with meeting celebrities. The good, the bad, and the ugly. 

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It’s no secret that Boston is known for its often jammed and confusing roadways. Unlike New York City that is laid out like a grid, Boston is laid out more like a web. That can be confusing to newcomers, and sometimes even longtime residents! Dan discussed the Boston Globe’s guide to master Boston traffic!

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Many Norfolk residents are not too happy about, what they say is, being blinded by the Healey Administration’s plan to use the old Bay State Correctional Facility as a migrant shelter. Selectmen claim the state only told them the plan days before without any consultation. Additionally, with Norfolk schools “maxed out on capacity,” town officials are concerned about how they would take on more kids.

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We started the News Update with Mike Deehan – Axios Boston Reporter, and Massachusetts' reliance on the gig economy grows.

Dr. Inderpal Randhawa discussed Food Allergy Action Month: How to stay safe and manage life with food allergies.

Next, Captain Ramsey Chason of Sea Tow Cape and Islands with top boating tips and how to avoid common mishaps while out on the water ahead of the busy summer season.

Postcard Club of New England is starting up after such a successful Passion For Postcards Event back in March! Kathy Alpert chatted with Dan.

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As humans we all feel anger but some of us don’t know how to effectively manage our anger. Some of us bury that anger only for it to come bubbling up and explode at a later point…Dr. JJ Kelly, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, and author of the book, “Holy Sh*t, So This is Anger?!” joined us to take listeners calls on managing anger. Take a listen!

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Ralph Clark is associated with the company ShotSpotter, which is a company that produces technology used to locate gunshots fired. ShotSpotter has generated some controversy with the Boston City Council. Ralph Clark joined us on NightSide to discuss.

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There is a nation-wide push to provide justice for vets who find themselves entangled in the judicial system. Attorney Brock Hunter joined Dan to focus on a new statute that has been approved in Minnesota and Nebraska, with hopes of expanding to MA. We discussed ways to improve how the MA court system handles veterans that find themselves in some level of legal trouble.


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We began the program by bringing you four news segments with different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!

First, special thanks to Shari Small, who filled in for Dan at the start of the show. Here, Shari interviews Emma, – A Girl Scout and  Barb Fortier, CEO of Girl Scouts of Eastern MA. Emma sold cookies galore! Yarmouth Girl Scout Emma was crowned Top Cookie Seller for the second year in a row after selling 7,443 Packages of Girl Scout Cookies. 

Dan returned and talked with Dan Schlossberg - Author of “HOME RUN KING: The Remarkable Record of Hank Aaron”.

Next, Eric Ankerud – Founder of Heartfelt Dreams Foundation is dedicated to enhancing the treatment experience for congenital heart defect patients and their families.

And, Local veteran and power rowing studio owner Bryan Fuller will launch in a small boat with three others to attempt the first ever row from Boston to London!

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Both President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump have agreed to debate each other in two presidential debates. The first will be on June 27th on CNN, followed by a second debate on September 10th on ABC. Trump took to Truth Social this morning saying he “strongly recommends more than two debates and, for excitement purposes, a very large venue.” Will you tune into the debates? How many should there be?


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Both President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump have agreed to debate each other in two presidential debates. The first will be on June 27th on CNN, followed by a second debate on September 10th on ABC. Trump took to Truth Social this morning saying he “strongly recommends more than two debates and, for excitement purposes, a very large venue.” Will you tune into the debates? How many should there be?


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A new study done by SmartAsset, found that Massachusetts is the most expensive state to live comfortably in. Maintaining a comfortable lifestyle follows the 50/30/20 budget rule, meaning 50 percent of your income goes towards basic needs like food and housing, 30 percent towards wants, and 20 percent towards savings. What is the amount of money a single working adult needs to make to live comfortably in MA? How about a family of four? Dan went over the findings.

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We started with Boston Globe columnist Jeff Jacoby, A cynical Washington Post tells Biden: Nothing matters more than beating Trump.

Next, Dr. Alex del Carmen, a Criminologist on a poll that says 67% of students at top universities call antisemitism a problem.

Lygia Soares, Founder and Executive Director of the Merrimac Heights Academy discussed their Decade Of Excellence Reaching New Heights Gala with MC Jimmy Tingle.

And, Ray Higdon, an expert on employment engagement on a Gallup Poll that says only about 1 in 8 workers describe themselves as fully engaged in their jobs.

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Massachusetts has been struggling to not only find housing for the influx of migrants arriving in the state, but also for the cost of running shelters. Do you think the right to shelter law in MA should be amended? Why or why not? 

And, Dan introduced an additional topic: Former President Trump lawyer Michael Cohen testified against his former boss. How do you think it went? 

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Massachusetts has been struggling to not only find housing for the influx of migrants arriving in the state, but also for the cost of running shelters. Do you think the right to shelter law in MA should be amended? Why or why not?

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Massachusetts has been struggling to not only find housing for the influx of migrants arriving in the state, but also for the cost of running shelters. Do you think the right to shelter law in MA should be amended? Why or why not? State Sen. Peter Durant joined us to discuss.


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We started the night with Robert "Bobby" Readon, Firefighter from the Yarmouth Fire and Rescue Department tells us about Firefighters Fighting Cancer With Comedy as they compete to be New England’s Funniest.

WBZ AccuWeather's Brian Thompson joined Dan to talk about the warm weather, and if we'll have more above average days.

And, Wall Street legend Patricia Walsh Chadwick recounts how she clawed her way up to success in a male-dominated world, starting from the bottom at age 17 after being forced out of her home, a religious cult! 

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former Trump attorney, Michael Cohen, took the stand in the hush money trial. Cohen is the prosecution’s star witness, as he is the individual who allegedly paid Stormy Daniels to cover up an alleged affair she had with Trump, who stands charged with falsifying business records to reimburse Cohen. We discussed what unfolded in court!

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Former Trump attorney, Michael Cohen, took the stand in the hush money trial. Cohen is the prosecution’s star witness, as he is the individual who allegedly paid Stormy Daniels to cover up an alleged affair she had with Trump, who stands charged with falsifying business records to reimburse Cohen. We discussed what unfolded in court!


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We began the program by bringing you four news segments with different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!

We started with Chris Hadnagy -Founder of The Innocent Lives Foundation a nonprofit devoted to identifying anonymous child predators to help bring them to justice.

WBZ NewsRadio’s Nichole Davis brings us news of a new treatment could reverse hair loss caused by autoimmune skin diseases like Alopecia. 

Michael Cohen takes the stand in the Trump hush money trial. Attorney Phil Tracey joined Dan to discuss.

Svalinn breeds the most expensive dogs in the world that can detect danger before it happens!-Also just attended MSPCA’s annual Gala last week to raise money for MA animals in need. Guest: Kim Greene - Founder/CEO of Svalinn joined Dan Rea. 

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A large component of many of the student protests over the Israel-Hamas war that has been playing out on college campuses across the U.S. is the call for divestment from Israel. Students, like those at Brown University, would not leave their encampment until school officials met their demands, which included cutting ties with any company tied to Israel’s military. Should universities compromise with student encampments over divestment from Israel?

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Heading into Mother’s Day weekend, we welcomed listeners to call in and share fond memories of Mom. What makes your mom so special?

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Spirit Airlines, the American airline known for cheaper flights and their slogan, “Less Money. More Go” has banned two passengers involved in a fight on board a plane that landed at Boston’s Logan Airport. Mother Laura Grome and her daughter Nicole Grome witnessed firsthand the incident unfold. Have you ever witnessed unruly behavior on a flight? Laura and Nicole joined us to detail their experience!

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Despite having $600 million in debt, the T has hired a consulting firm for up to $610 per hour to research how transportation should be funded in Massachusetts. Brian Kane, Executive Director of the MBTA Advisory Board, joined us to share his thoughts on financing transportation and solving some of the state’s longstanding transportation issues.

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We started off with Accuweather Meteorologist Bob Larson, and we talked about the Northern Lights forecasted to be visible over New England Friday and Saturday.

Patrick K. O’Donnell – Author & Historian, Origins of Mail-in Ballot Fraud - Effort To Sway Election Away From Abraham Lincoln – Book: The Unvanquished: The Untold Story of Lincoln’s Special Forces, the Manhunt for Mosby’s Rangers, and the Shadow War That Forged America’s Special Operations. 

And Scott Baradell - Expert on Branding and Trust, discussed the Bud Light boycott and how it continues to drag down beermaker's U.S. revenue.


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President Biden announced in an interview Wednesday evening, that the U.S. will not supply offensive weapons for Israel to use to attack Rafah. The reason being concern for the roughly 1 million civilians sheltering there. What are your thoughts on the U.S. withholding weapons? 

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President Biden announced in an interview Wednesday evening, that the U.S. will not supply offensive weapons for Israel to use to attack Rafah. The reason being concern for the roughly 1 million civilians sheltering there. What are your thoughts on the U.S. withholding weapons?

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President Biden announced in an interview Wednesday evening, that the U.S. will not supply offensive weapons for Israel to use to attack Rafah. The reason being concern for the roughly 1 million civilians sheltering there. What are your thoughts on the U.S. withholding weapons? Former Chair of the Anti-Defamation League of New England, Jeff Robbins joined to discuss.

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We began the program by bringing you four news segments with different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! 

First up, Sabrina Clark PhD, Director for the VA Center for Development & Civic Engagement, Veterans Health Administration on helping Boston area vets through the VA Volunteer Transportation Network.

Next, Rudi Riekstins a workplace culture expert discusses “Hush Workcation”: 1 in 3 travel while working remotely — without telling their boss!

 Gregg Murset – Certified CPA joined Dan to discuss MA teens that are in for a summer job wakeup call - benefits of teens getting a job this year and what they need to know about the process as well as how parents can hire their kids for the summer if they are under the working age.

Military Veteran Turned Author, Andrew Coville shares his personal journey of experiencing the war in Afghanistan fifteen years later in ‘Summer 2009’

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An article in the New York Times written by science and global health reporter Apoorva Mandavilli, questions whether Covid-19 vaccines have caused some people harm. Of the millions of Americans who received a Covid vaccine, 13k have filed vaccine injury compensation claims with the federal government. Furthermore, a majority of those who claim they experienced serious side effects have been met with disbelief and ambivalence. We discussed.


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An article in the New York Times written by science and global health reporter Apoorva Mandavilli, questions whether Covid-19 vaccines have caused some people harm. Of the millions of Americans who received a Covid vaccine, 13k have filed vaccine injury compensation claims with the federal government. Furthermore, a majority of those who claim they experienced serious side effects have been met with disbelief and ambivalence. Apoorva Mandavilli joined us to discuss.



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There is an ongoing dispute in Ipswich, MA over a proposal to remove a centuries-old dam in the center of town. Lawn signs reading “Save Our Dam” and “Free The River” have spread across the town of 13,000 people. Eric Krathwohl of the Save Our Dam community group and Neil Shea of the Ipswich River Watershed Association came on NightSide to debate this issue.

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We began the program by bringing you four news segments with different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!

May is an active month for turtles on the move! Watch out on the roadways for turtles crossing! What to do to safely assist turtles? With MA State Herpetologist, Mike Jones.

Efforts to save the Ipswich Mills Dam with guest Eric Krathwohl from the Save Our Dam Group. Eric joined Dan again later.

Chaz Ebert with her book “It’s Time to Give a FECK: Elevating Humanity through Forgiveness, Empathy, Compassion, and Kindness”

And Phil Tracy brings Dan the latest in the Karen Read Trial.

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On the 13th day of Donald Trump’s hush money trial, former porn star Stormy Daniels took the stand. Daniels recounted an alleged sexual encounter she had with the former President. Trump faces 34 felony counts of falsifying business records to cover up a hush money deal with Daniels to boost his electoral prospects in the 2016 presidential election. We discussed what enfolded in court.

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On the 13th day of Donald Trump’s hush money trial, former porn star Stormy Daniels took the stand. Daniels recounted an alleged sexual encounter she had with the former President. Trump faces 34 felony counts of falsifying business records to cover up a hush money deal with Daniels to boost his electoral prospects in the 2016 presidential election. We discussed what enfolded in court.


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While AI chatbots are taking over customer service, a majority of us would rather wait and speak to a human being. A Callvu survey found that if given the choice between a human or a bot, an overwhelming 81% said they would wait at least some amount of time to talk with a live agent. Furthermore, in a head-to-head comparison, live agents were perceived to be better suited to perform 7 out of 10 critical customer service tasks. Richard Weylman, a customer service expert, joined us to discuss.

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We began the program by bringing you four news segments with different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!

First up, Dr. Mahesh V. Jayaraman with stroke awareness.

27th Annual Gala at the John N. Barry – Boys and Girls Club of Newton with the club's Director, David Sellers.

Paula Fleming from the Better Business Bureau, Boston Division, has a warning about a new Facebook phishing scam scares page owners into sharing their password.

And, Debate in Ipswich Over the Mills Dam Removal Efforts with Neil Shea - Restoration Program Director for the Ipswich River Watershed Association.


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Continuing from the previous hour, Dan introduced the 12th day of former President Donald Trump’s hush money trial. The judge presiding over the case threatened to jail Trump for violating his gag order for a 10th time. Trump was fined $1,000 for claiming in an interview that the jury was mostly Democrats and that it was picked too quickly. Should the judge jail Trump and make an example out of him?


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As pushes for a cease-fire continue, Hamas said it accepted a cease-fire proposal with Israel, however Israel said the deal was "far from" its requirements. Ahead of a planned attack on Hamas, Israel urged Palestinians civilians to leave the city of Rafah, a southern city in Gaza, and flee to the coastal town of Al-Mawasi, where humanitarian aid would be offered. We discussed.

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Another town joins the growing list of municipalities fighting against adopting the MBTA Communities Act which imposes housing mandates on 177 cities and towns in MA. The town of Shrewsbury is the latest to fight back against the mandate that requires the zoning of multifamily housing in at least one district of “reasonable size” in each community adjacent to public transit. In this hour, we heard from Shrewsbury residents.

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We began the program by bringing you four news segments with different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!

First up, Trisha Calvo, Consumer Reports' deputy editor for health and food with 6 misleading food label terms and what they really mean.

Then, Brian Bjorklund, Wildlife Biologist & Cape Cod Rabies Program Coordinator tells Dan about the Cape Cod and Southeast Rabies Task Force taking action-Oral rabies vaccine packets are being distributed via air & land.

Job interview coming up? Avoid these five deadly sins with John Rau.

And, Stephen Finlan with his book "To Unite the Scattered Children of God".


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In this 20th hour, Dan asked the listeners whom they think will be the Democratic and Republican Vice President Nominees. 

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South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem may have just killed her chances to be named Donald Trump's running mate. In her new book, No Going Back, the Governor admits to killing her 14-month-old dog due to its "aggressive personality," and reveals it wasn’t the only domestic animal put down. Is Noem in the doghouse?

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There’s something invaluable missing from almost all the classrooms in Massachusetts…lessons in personal finance. Why is financial literacy not being taught in more districts? Tonight, Dan chatted with Whitman-Hanson Regional High School Business Teacher Tom DeSantes who is teaching a course in financial literacy!

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We began the program by bringing you four news segments with different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!

In this hour, we were joined by Dr. Rachel Monárrez, Chris Lisinsk, Jan Goss, and Spencer Jakab. 

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The Boston City Council is joining a handful of other councils in the Greater Boston area that are calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. In addition, President Biden finally spoke out about the nationwide student protests over the Israel-Hamas war, playing out on college campuses. We discussed.

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The Boston City Council is joining a handful of other councils in the Greater Boston area that are calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. In addition, President Biden finally spoke out about the nationwide student protests over the Israel-Hamas war, playing out on college campuses. We were joined by Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn. 


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Traditional taxicabs ruled the roads when it came to personal rides for hire. That is until Uber launched in 2009, and then Lyft in 2012, essentially putting a large dent in revenue for traditional taxicab businesses. Felix Schneur, owner of Metro Cab, the largest taxi-cab fleet in greater Boston, joins us to discuss how business is bouncing back and the way the industry has changed since the emergence of ride share services.

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We began the program by bringing you four news segments with different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!

First, Harvey Weinstein will be re-tried for sex crimes in New York City as soon as September. With Jorge Vela – Criminal Defense Attorney and Former Federal Prosecuto.

Then, Larry Edelman, Boston Globe Business Writer/Columnist wonders why are people leaving Massachusetts?

Next, Julie Bauke,  Founder & Chief Career Strategist of The Bauke Group with a survey from Forbes, 33% of employers said they are less likely to hire Ivy League graduates than they were five years ago, with only 7% saying they were more likely to hire them...

And finally, Discussing Workforce ageism – May is Older Americans Month with Gary Officer - founder and CEO of CWI Labs & also the President and CEO of the Center For Workforce Inclusion.

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There is a student protest movement happening across the country over the Israel-Hamas war. Pro-Palestinian protests are being held at more than 40 campuses across the U.S. and in Canada, including Columbia University, Harvard University, Northwestern University, Tufts University, and more. Last evening 93 people were arrested at UCLA where fights broke out between rival protesters. We discussed the latest in the rise of student protests across the country.

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There is a student protest movement happening across the country over the Israel-Hamas war. Pro-Palestinian protests are being held at more than 40 campuses across the U.S. and in Canada, including Columbia University, Harvard University, Northwestern University, Tufts University, and more. Last evening 93 people were arrested at UCLA where fights broke out between rival protesters. We discussed the latest in the rise of student protests across the country.

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Ian Cain, the Quincy City Council President, is the latest challenger to Senator Elizabeth Warren. The 41-year-old who founded a startup incubator for blockchain technology, officially launched his Republican bid for U.S. Senate.  Ian Cain joined us on NightSide to take listeners' calls!

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We began the program by bringing you four news segments with different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! 

We started with WBZ Newsradio Reporter James Rojas and a warning about Roche Bros. latest retailer hit by credit card skimmers.

US Drug Control Agency to reclassify marijuana, and we get reaction from Gibran Washington CEO of Ethos – a cannabis dispensary company.

No Mow May - Some people will not mow their lawns in the spring as a way to encourage early season pollination. With Matthew Shepherd – Director of Outreach and Education for Xerces Society.

AI chatbots are taking over customer service, but most of us would rather wait for a human. Richard Weylman – Customer Experience Expert joined Dan Rea.

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As Donald Trump’s hush money trial continued today, the judge presiding over the case holds Trump in contempt for violating his gag order. It was Trump’s series of posts on Truth Social that earned him the $9k fine for the violation. We discussed the latest in Trump’s hush money trial.

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As Donald Trump’s hush money trial continued today, the judge presiding over the case holds Trump in contempt for violating his gag order. It was Trump’s series of posts on Truth Social that earned him the $9k fine for the violation. We discussed the latest in Trump’s hush money trial.

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Amidst rising breast cancer rates among younger Americans, a new guideline about breast cancer screening emerges from the US Preventive Services Task Force. The USPSTF now recommends women beginning at 40 years old should receive a mammogram every other year. The previous recommendation was that women should begin receiving biannual screenings at age 50. Candy O’Terry, radio personality and breast cancer survivor, joined Dan to discuss the new guideline and share her story.

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We began the program by bringing you four news segments with different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!

First up, Dr. Aaron White of the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism talked with Dan about the dangers of drinking in the summer.

Then, Loka Pandya says Laughter really is the best medicine! From easing back pain to keeping your heart healthy, experts share 6 surprising benefits of chuckling.

And Day 2 of the Karen Read trial with analysis from attorney Phil Tracy.

Finally, Bill Dendy – Financial Expert with Raymond James (a financial services firm) says raising a child in the US is getting even more expensive.

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The pro-Palestinian student protest encampment at Columbia University continues to draw national attention. Khymani James, a student leader in the pro-Palestinian movement was barred from campus after standing by a statement they made online that “Zionists don’t deserve to live.” We heard your thoughts.

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The pro-Palestinian student protest encampment at Columbia University continues to draw national attention. Khymani James, a student leader in the pro-Palestinian movement was barred from campus after standing by a statement they made online that “Zionists don’t deserve to live.” Boston Herald Columnist Jeff Robbins joined to discuss.

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The Karen Read murder trial in Massachusetts officially started. Read is accused of killing her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O'Keefe. The opening statements began where Read’s defense team made the argument that Read was framed and told jurors that the investigation into O’Keefe’s death was “shoddy and biased.” We discussed Day 1 of the Karen Read trial.

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