NightSide With Dan Rea

Gary Tanguay Fills In On NightSide with Dan ReaThe U.S. Supreme Court unanimously upheld the federal law banning TikTok unless it’s sold by its China-based parent company. What does this mean and what’s next? New users won’t be able to download the app and updates won’t be available, which will eventually render the app unworkable. Joe Luppino-Esposito, Deputy Legal Policy Director, and Federal Policy Chief for the Pacific Legal Foundation, joined Gary to discuss!Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary Tanguay Fills In On NightSide with Dan ReaWe are under a week away from President-Elect Donald Trump returning to the White House and a changing of the guard in Washington, D.C. Trump will be inheriting a continuing natural disaster (the L.A. wildfires) to deal with on day one, among other issues. Political junkie and Emmy-award winning producer, writer, and comedian Sam Mettler, joined Gary to discuss the transition of Administrations and more!Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary Tanguay Fills In On NightSide with Dan ReaFormer pro baseball catcher and longtime Milwaukee Brewers broadcaster Bob Uecker has died at the age of 90. Uecker had a 70-year career in baseball, making his MLB debut in 1962 and later after his retirement as a player, became a sportscaster for the Milwaukee Brewers starting in 1971 till just prior to his death. Boston Globe sports columnist Dan Shaughnessy joined Gary to discuss the life and career of Bob Uecker.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary Tanguay Fills In On NightSide with Dan ReaTorey Champagne joined Gary to talk about some TV shows and Movies they've been watching lately.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary Tanguay Fills In On NightSide with Dan ReaAre the pipelines drying up in the teaching profession? A recent report from the Economic Policy Institute and the Center for Economic and Policy Research found that the pay penalty for teachers, the regression-adjusted gap between the weekly wages of teachers and college graduates working in other professions, grew to a record 26.6% in 2023. Kara Miller, Boston Globe correspondent joined Gary to discuss the future of teaching.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary Tanguay Fills In On NightSide with Dan ReaThe big sports story this past week was the New England Patriots hiring former NFL linebacker and three-time Super Bowl champion, Mike Vrabel as the Pats new head coach. Albert Breer, sportswriter for Sports Illustrated joined Gary to discuss the future of the Patriots.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary Tanguay Fills In On NightSide with Dan ReaWe’ve seen some wacky weather across the U.S. over the last six months. There’s been devastating flooding down in the Carolinas last September due to Hurricane Helene and flooding in Florida due to Hurricane Milton this past October. Massachusetts had a severe drought this past Fall. Now high winds have been escalating the ongoing L.A. County wildfires. What’s going on? Meteorologists Matt and Danielle Noyes joined Gary to discuss!Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Joe Biden delivered remarks from the Oval Office, outlining his achievements while serving as our 46th president. In this final address, Biden shared highlights his administration’s work in growing the jobs market, lowering prescription drug costs, and developing clean energy policies. And - Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire which pauses fighting in Gaza and leads to a phased release of hostages and Palestinian prisoners. The deal begins Sunday and Hamas is expected to release 33 hostages during this first phase.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Joe Biden delivered remarks from the Oval Office, outlining his achievements while serving as our 46th president. In this final address, Biden shared highlights his administration’s work in growing the jobs market, lowering prescription drug costs, and developing clean energy policies. And - Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire which pauses fighting in Gaza and leads to a phased release of hostages and Palestinian prisoners. The deal begins Sunday and Hamas is expected to release 33 hostages during this first phase.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Joe Biden delivered remarks from the Oval Office, outlining his achievements while serving as our 46th president. In this final address, Biden shared highlights his administration’s work in growing the jobs market, lowering prescription drug costs, and developing clean energy policies. And - Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire which pauses fighting in Gaza and leads to a phased release of hostages and Palestinian prisoners. The deal begins Sunday and Hamas is expected to release 33 hostages during this first phase.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Joe Biden delivered remarks from the Oval Office, outlining his achievements while serving as our 46th president. In this final address, Biden shared highlights his administration’s work in growing the jobs market, lowering prescription drug costs, and developing clean energy policies. And - Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire which pauses fighting in Gaza and leads to a phased release of hostages and Palestinian prisoners. The deal begins Sunday and Hamas is expected to release 33 hostages during this first phase.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy is calling on Congress to require warning labels that inform consumers about the link between alcohol consumption and the risk of cancer. Other known cancer-causing products such as cigarettes have cancer warning labels and yet that appears to not deter smokers out there. Would warning labels on alcohol sway you from purchasing? Are we getting carried away with all the warning labels out there and are they even that preventative? Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Continued conversation about how grocery stores and other retailers are not just locking up the expensive items anymore. They're also locking up everyday essentials like toothpaste and deodorant in an effort to curb shoplifting. Have you experienced this and has it changed the way you shop?Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you been to your local grocery store or retailer lately and found some of the items you need locked up? Apparently, more stores are locking up not only expensive items but everyday essentials like toothpaste and deodorant in an effort to curb shoplifting. Have you experienced this and has it changed the way you shop?Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!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!Are you always interrupting others? You’re not alone! Tips for interrupting people less often with Meredith Goldstein – Boston Globe Columnist.GOP Lawmakers Outline Extensive Reforms to Address Migrant Crisis. Rep. Paul Frost checked in with Dan.Why is January the busiest month of the year for divorce attorneys? We found out from Sharon Ramage - Divorce Attorney.Fat, Stressed, and Sick: MSG, Processed Food, and America's Health Crisis. Surprising sources of hidden MSG in everyday foods. With Dr. Katherine Reid - Founder of Unblind My Mind, Inc., a non-profit dedicated to improving health through informed food choices.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With one week until the inauguration of the 47th President of the United States, Dan wants to know if his listeners are Optimistic or Pessimistic. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While Massachusetts has landed among the top states for outmigration over the last couple of years, the good news is that the pace that which people are leaving is slowing down. The latest federal migration report from the US Census Bureau shows that outmigration in the Commonwealth has slowed and returned to prepandemic levels. Boston Globe business reporter Jon Chesto joined Dan to discuss!Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For many students, furthering their education by attending college to earn an advanced degree, is not always the most affordable option, especially given the current level of inflation. UMass announced their tuition prices will be going up to keep pace with inflation. We discussed quality education amidst rising costs and how colleges/universities are balancing financial needs with students’ needs.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!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!Massachusetts Republican Party Reelects Amy Carnevale As Chairperson. Amy Carnevale checked in with Dan.Daniel Valez, Spokesman for TSA New England says the deadline (May 7, 2025) for the REAL ID is fast approaching! Are you ready? If you don’t have a REAL ID, what do you need to board a plane flying domestically?Quincy Mayor Thomas Koch reacted to ruling by The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection over the rebuilding of Long Island Bridge.Emily Mew - Director of EDS for Massachusetts - Salvation Army explains how to help the victims of the CA wildfires. What they need most.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For this 20th hour, Dan asked listeners what sort of topics they'd like hear about on NightSide in 2025!Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A series of deadly wildfires broke out earlier this week in Los Angeles, decimating neighborhoods like Pacific Palisades and Eaton. At least 10,000 structures have been destroyed, including homes, schools, and local businesses. What would you do if wildfires such as in L.A. ever happened here? How do you handle the magnitude of such a tragedy? Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A series of deadly wildfires broke out earlier this week in Los Angeles, decimating neighborhoods like Pacific Palisades and Eaton. At least 10,000 structures have been destroyed, including homes, schools, and local businesses. What would you do if wildfires such as in L.A. ever happened here? How do you handle the magnitude of such a tragedy?Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!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!Mark Miller – Senior Attorney at the Pacific Legal Foundation discussed the SCOTUS Showdown: TikTok’s Future Hangs in the Balance.Is the bird flu on the rise? One person dead. What is the bird flu? How do you contract it? What are the symptoms & how can you stay safe? With guest Dr. Daniel Kuritzkes - Chief, Division of Infectious Diseases at Brigham & Women’s Hospital.Richard Sima – neuroscientist & Brain Matters Columnist for WaPO discussed distracted eating. It can make us gain weight. Mindful eating can help.Randy Sutton – Retired Police Lieutenant & Founder of The Wounded Blue with a warning: Beware of scams when donating to LA wildfire victims. Here's what to know…Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A national funeral service was held at Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. for the 39th President of the United States, Jimmy Carter. Carter was 100 years old at the time of his death. The former President is being remembered as a humanitarian and public servant. We discussed the legacy of the late President Jimmy Carter, with Dan sharing some personal stories.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A national funeral service was held at Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. for the 39th President of the United States, Jimmy Carter. Carter was 100 years old at the time of his death. The former President is being remembered as a humanitarian and public servant. We discussed the legacy of the late President Jimmy Carter, with Dan sharing some personal stories.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More times than not, terrorists and other criminals have been known to use the “Dark Web” for recruiting and other nefarious interactions. What should law enforcement do to monitor web traffic to radical platforms or sites that incite violence, to stay on top of public safety threats? Attorney Harvey Silverglate checked in with Dan to discuss it.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!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!Paola Sebastiani, PhD, Director of the Center for Quantitative Methods and Data Science at Tufts Medical Center answers the question "What do celery, dark chocolate, and parsley have in common?" Maybe clues to a longer life…Don Grant - PhD, National Advisor of Healthy Device Management at Newport Healthcare discussed setting healthy digital/social media boundaries – How to cut down on screentime if you find yourself addicted to Facebook, etc.David C. Olcott - Workplace Expert - CEO of Samurai Success introduced us to Zombie Employees: Just 1 in 5 workers is thriving at work.Mike Defina - Media Relations Manager for the Animal Rescue League shared six tips to keep pets safe in the cold!Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this hour, Dan asked our Canadian listeners to check in and give us an update on the political situation of our neighbors to the North. Justin Trudeau is stepping down, do our listeners think this is a good thing? Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The recent arrest of an undocumented immigrant who was busted at a state-run emergency shelter in Revere with $1 million worth of fentanyl and an AR-15 has reemphasized the need, as Gov. Maura Healey herself said, “for a border security bill to prevent criminals from entering our communities”. Todd Lyons, the National Assistant Director of ICE joined Dan to discuss the situation.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court ruled on a challenge to the controversial housing law, the MBTA Communities Act. The court ruled in favor of the state ruling the law is constitutional however the regulations are unenforceable and requested that the detailed zoning guidelines that shape the law be re-written. We discussed it with Denny Swenson, a local resident and Attorney Paul Hogan.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!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! Stories of the late President Jimmy Carter & his involvement with Habitat for Humanity with Bruce Percelay - Chairman of the Edward Kennedy Institute Board & head of the Boston chapter of Habitat for Humanity.Norovirus cases surge in Massachusetts! What is the norovirus and what can you do to protect yourself from getting it? Dr. Paul Sax - Clinical Director, Division of Infectious Diseases for Brigham & Women’s Hospital checked in with Dan.From Congress to the Cabinet: Margaret Heckler’s Legacy as a Trailblazing Force for Justice and Equality with Kimberly Heckler – Author & Daughter in Law of Margaret Heckler.Ongoing LA Wildfires Destroying Acres Upon Acres. Would MA firefighters get called out to West Coast to help tackle the LA fires? Correlations between what we saw here with MA brushfires compared to the West Coast with David Celino – Chief Fire Warden for MA Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR).Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During a press conference, President-Elect Donald Trump suggested America taking over Canada, Greenland and the Panama Canal. Dan Rea shared his thoughts on this and asked listeners to join in the discussion.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you curious about the history of the American mafia and its role in politics? The mafia met its first serious external threat to its existence when U.S. Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy decided to take on the mafia with a vow to eradicate organized crime in America. Lou Ferrante, a former heist expert and Gambino crime family mobster, joined us to detail how the mafia came into conflict with the American political elite!Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey ordered inspections of all state-run emergency shelters and a full review of the intake process after an undocumented immigrant was arrested on drug and weapons charges at a Revere hotel. The governor pointed to “the urgent need for Congress and the White House to act on a border security bill to prevent criminals from entering our communities.” Dan was joined by Jon Fetherston, a former Shelter Director for MA under the Healy administration.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!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!Christina Basilio - Google Tech Expert discussed the top trending resolutions and how to keep them - 41% of people who make resolutions give up on one or all of them within the first 3 weeks.Jenny Moffitt - Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs at the United States Department of Agriculture joined Dan to talk about making the food supply safer, healthier & more resilient during disruptions and in the future.Boston traffic decreased by 10% over last year – still ranks 4th worst in U.S. Dan Mazella – Director of Traffic Operations for TTWN (Total Traffic and Weather Network) Boston checked in with Dan.Joe Gold – One of the event producers of Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition in Boston, which is extended by popular demand – Now open through Memorial Day, 2025!Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan celebrates the peaceful transfer of power as this year's January 6th looked nothing like the January 6th of four years ago. He asked listeners what they thought of today's events and lack thereof.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boston, despite having the largest year-over-year decrease in traffic delay time for any city in the top 25 most congested American cities, ranks 4th in the U.S. for having the worst traffic congestion. This data comes from INRIX’s 2024 Global Traffic Scorecard. The report found Boston drivers lost 79 hours and $1,414 sitting in traffic, resulting in $2.7 billion lost city wide! Is there anything we can do to help alleviate congestion in Boston?Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Patriots fired head coach Jerod Mayo shortly after their season finale win over the Buffalo Bills, a win that cost them their #1 NFL draft pick position. During a press conference Patriots owner Robert Kraft took the blame for the “whole situation.” What does the future hold for the Patriots? Do you have a suggestion for the next Patriots head coaching position?Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!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!Miles for Military Bringing Dozens of Active-Duty Marines Home for the Holidays, and Maureen Byrne – Founder of Miles for Military joined Dan.Syrian American Doctor Abdulfatah Elshaar - member of the Syrian American Medical Society, returns to Syria for the first time in years to rebuild healthcare there.8 foods to add to your diet in 2025 for more happiness with Dr. Patrick Porter, PhD - founder of BrainTap®, the leader in technology-enhanced meditation.Christopher Price – Boston Globe Sports Reporter checked in with Dan to discuss the Patriots firing of head coach Jerod Mayo after season ending game win over Buffalo, costing Pats the #1 draft pick.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the last broadcast hour of NightSide this week, Dan asked you if you’ve made any New Year’s resolutions and if so, have you kept them so far or already broken them?Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Florida has a new law that just went into effect called the “HALO” law, “Honoring and Listening to Our Officers.” The law creates a 25-foot buffer zone around first responders. If a first responder asks you to back off during the course of their duties and you fail to do so, you could face a second-degree misdemeanor charge punishable by up to 60 days in jail or a $500 fine. Are you in favor or opposed to this law? Do you think a similar law should be enacted in Massachusetts?Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has restarted the controversial congestion pricing program for New York City, with some new adjustments. Under the original plan, commuters would be charged $15 to enter Manhattan's Congestion Relief Zone during peak hours. Hochul dropped the congestion tax to $9 per car during peak hours. What’s the likelihood Boston takes up congestion pricing? What are the pros and cons?Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!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!Chad Finn – Boston Globe Sports Reporter with his Boston sports predictions for 2025.4th Annual Rally 4 Nally Polar Plunge to take place at Carson Beach on Saturday, January 4th - Honoring Cathy Nally who died of ALS is her son, Dan Nally, who is carrying on her legacy of advocacy for ALS Research & Pete Frates Foundation.Lean Into the Unknown and Unleash Your Inner Misfit - Secrets to ‘Failing Your Way to Success’ with author James Sweeney.Patricia Bonis - Author of “Jeddah Bride”. U.S. Woman’s Wild Tale of a whirlwind romance with the son of a wealthy Saudi family & how she found her children 14 years after billionaire dad's kidnap plot.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the wake of the recent tragedy in New Orleans, where 14 people were killed by an extremist that authorities are reporting was tied to ISIS, it would appear Americans need to hear stories of heroism and courage more than ever. This hour Dan asked listeners how they cherish America.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the wake of the recent tragedy in New Orleans, where 14 people were killed by an extremist that authorities are reporting was tied to ISIS, it would appear Americans need to hear stories of heroism and courage more than ever. Former Assistant Secretary of State Robert Charles joined Dan to share historically significant true stories of American heroism from presidents, soldiers, astronauts, athletes, and a wide array of “everyday” citizens who have done extraordinary things!Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu’s property tax proposal, a measure aimed to temporarily shift the city’s property tax burden onto commercial real estate to prevent homeowners and landlords from seeing a spike in their tax bills in January, was defeated by the state Senate in December. How might have this proposal helped or hurt area businesses and residents? What can be done to ease some of the tax burden without bankrupting small businesses? MA State. Senator Nick Collins, who opposed the property tax proposal, joined Dan to discuss.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!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!Martin Feehan - MassWildlife's Deer Biologist discussed New England’s deer population is skyrocketing. Here’s why that’s particularly a problem in Eastern Massachusetts.John Kelly, PhD - Professor of Psychology Endicott College brought us the psychology behind New Years Eve Resolutions.Matt Poepsel, PhD, Author, Veteran, Podcaster, & Boston College faculty member expands on what New Years Resolutions need - these three things to succeed.Mark Herrera - Director of Safety & Security for the International Association of Venue Managers gave us tips on protecting yourself in large crowds.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you been hit with the bronchitis/laryngitis virus? Dan has, and it wasn’t pretty. What is this affliction that lingers for weeks?Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan discussed the New Orleans attack that occurred early New Years Day, killing 15 people.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan discussed the New Orleans attack that occurred early New Years Day, killing 15 people.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.