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NightSide With Dan Rea

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NightSide focuses on a wide variety of issues, political, economic and social. Rea believes that talk radio is the best way for people to communicate their opinions and ideas on what he calls “North America’s Virtual Back Porch.” Rea encourages challenging conversations and diverse ideas combined with respect and tolerance for the opinion of others. But don’t think for a moment that NightSide is anything but provocative, always interesting and at times, passionate and emotional. 642427

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NightSide focuses on a wide variety of issues, political, economic and social. Rea believes that talk radio is the best way for people to communicate their opinions and ideas on what he calls “North America’s Virtual Back Porch.” Rea encourages challenging conversations and diverse ideas combined with respect and tolerance for the opinion of others. But don’t think for a moment that NightSide is anything but provocative, always interesting and at times, passionate and emotional. 642427

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English


Episodes
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A Reassessment of Boston Streets

2/13/2025
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu announced that the city will remove a bus lane on Boylston Street in Bay Back, after neighborhood opposition. The mayor is also calling for a "review of what has been installed over the last fifteen years and adjust or redesign what has not been functioning well". Is a reassessment of Boston streets long overdue? What infrastructure changes do you think are most needed in Boston? Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Duration:00:41:29

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Getting Ready For Filing Those Taxes Part 2

2/13/2025
Now that it’s officially tax season, are you ready to get your tax filing information in order? Do you have a specific question about a tax deduction or the necessary paperwork you need to complete your tax filing? CPA Mark Misselbeck with Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC joined us to answer all your tax related questions! Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Duration:00:41:03

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Getting Ready For Filing Those Taxes Part 1

2/13/2025
Now that it’s officially tax season, are you ready to get your tax filing information in order? Do you have a specific question about a tax deduction or the necessary paperwork you need to complete your tax filing? CPA Mark Misselbeck with Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC joined us to answer all your tax related questions! Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Duration:00:40:03

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Nightside News Update 2/13/25

2/13/2025
We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! Endicott College Celebrates Student Hockey Athlete & Stroke Survivor Jack Smiley’s Return to Ice during Senior Day. With Jack Smiley & coach R.J. Tolan. Carolyn Sharp's "Fire It Up" book event on Feb. 15th at the Jabberwocky Bookshop in Newburyport. Oscar-Nominated Short Films, opening at the Coolidge Corner Theatre on Feb. 14th. With Mark Anastasio – Coolidge Corner Theatre Programming Director. Jill Robin Payne – Psychotherapist & Communications Coach and Author of "Bempathy: Simplifying Communication by Looking at the Third Side of the Coin" checked in. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Duration:00:39:15

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Trump Back on the International Stage Part 2

2/12/2025
It appears Trump is making a lot of moves on the international stage. President Trump has issued an ultimatum to Hamas to release all the remaining hostages by this Saturday or “all hell is going to break loose.” In addition, President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke for around 90 minutes on the phone on Wednesday, in which Putin agreed to “immediately” begin negotiations over the war in Ukraine. This comes after the release of U.S. detainee Mark Fogel was released from Russia and the news of another American being released from Belarus. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Duration:00:41:17

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Trump Back on the International Stage Part 1

2/12/2025
It appears Trump is making a lot of moves on the international stage. President Trump has issued an ultimatum to Hamas to release all the remaining hostages by this Saturday or “all hell is going to break loose.” In addition, President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke for around 90 minutes on the phone on Wednesday, in which Putin agreed to “immediately” begin negotiations over the war in Ukraine. This comes after the release of U.S. detainee Mark Fogel was released from Russia and the news of another American being released from Belarus. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Duration:00:49:42

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Teaching Financial Literacy

2/12/2025
In recent years there has been a real push to prepare students for the real world by teaching basic finance such as managing debt and credit cards, saving money, and balancing a budget. While it’s not mandated in Massachusetts that students take a financial literacy class, there are a handful of schools offering it, such as Westwood High School, where the class is mandatory to graduate. Westwood High School Principal Amy Davenport and Financial Literacy Teacher Brianne Mehigan joined Dan to discuss the importance of financial literacy and their program at Westwood High School! Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Duration:00:29:54

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Nightside News Update 2/12/25

2/12/2025
We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! Paula Fleming - Chief Marketing and Sales Officer Better Business Bureau Boston has warnings on the top Valentine’s Day scams. Bill Dendy – CPA and Financial Strategist with Raymond James discusses President Trump's orders to the Treasury to stop minting pennies because they “literally cost us more than 2 cents”. Mike Deehan – Axios Boston Reporter shares Boston's most romantic spots! Axios Boston has been polling residents on their suggestions. These are the findings! Timothy Spriggs – Energy Worker/Healer explains what is energy healing? A physical discomfort or ailment could be caused by an energy imbalance or blockage. Unlock the Path to Inner Harmony and Healing. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Duration:00:38:55

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What’s Going on with the USAID?

2/11/2025
There is ongoing controversary over the Trump Administration’s plan to dismantle the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). On Trump’s first day in office, he implemented a 90-day freeze on foreign assistance. There have been allegations about some of the USAID spending. Dan broke down the facts and heard your take on how much the U.S. should be involved in foreign aid. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Duration:00:41:14

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Karen Read Denied Part 2

2/11/2025
Massachusetts’ highest court rejected Karen Read’s defense bid to drop two of the charges against Read: second-degree murder and leaving the scene of a fatal accident in the death of her boyfriend, John O’Keefe. The push to drop two of Read’s charges came after Read’s defense argued that five jurors from the first trial later said they were deadlocked only on the manslaughter count, that the jurors unanimously agreed she wasn’t guilty on the charges of second-degree murder and leaving the scene. This latest ruling clears the way for a second, new trial this year. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Duration:00:40:42

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Karen Read Denied Part 1

2/11/2025
Massachusetts’ highest court rejected Karen Read’s defense bid to drop two of the charges against Read: second-degree murder and leaving the scene of a fatal accident in the death of her boyfriend, John O’Keefe. The push to drop two of Read’s charges came after Read’s defense argued that five jurors from the first trial later said they were deadlocked only on the manslaughter count, that the jurors unanimously agreed she wasn’t guilty on the charges of second-degree murder and leaving the scene. This latest ruling clears the way for a second, new trial this year. Criminal defense attorney Phil Tracy joined us to discuss! Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Duration:00:39:00

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Nightside News Update 2/11/25

2/11/2025
We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! There is a High Incidence of Scams Happening on Social Media - Tips to Help Protect You and Your Loved Ones from these Costly Schemes with Farnoosh Torabi, a Financial Expert. Licensed Pilot and psychotherapist Dr. Michaela Johnson addresses a surge in Fear Surrounding Air Travel in Light of Recent Tragedies - what consumers can do to help alleviate their fears. Scientists say the shape of Earth’s inner core is changing, according to new research/report. Dr. John Vidale - lead author of the new study & Dean’s Professor of Earth Sciences at the University of Southern California’s Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences explains. What to know about infertility…When are you considered infertile? What you need to know about the fertility journey. With Sara Torp, RN, Director, Clinical Client Success at WIN. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Duration:00:39:03

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Super Bowl Roundup

2/11/2025
In the 59th Super Bowl, the Philadelphia Eagles dominated the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22. Was the football game better or worse than you expected? More happened than just football at the event. President Trump made an appearance at the game, making him the first sitting President to attend a Super Bowl. Halftime performer Kendrick Lamar took a major dig at Drake during his performance. Taylor Swift seemingly got booed by the crowd…Then of course there were the commercials. Dan sought your reaction to all that occurred during Sunday’s Big Game!

Duration:00:41:40

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Layoffs Expected at Mass General Brigham Part 2

2/11/2025
Mass General Brigham, the largest health care system in Massachusetts, announced its plan to lay off hundreds of workers, citing a roughly $250 million budget gap. MGH said the layoffs will focus on “non-clinical and non-patient facing roles.” What are some of the challenges MGB is facing that might have led to the layoffs? How will MGH’s restructuring impact the hospital system?

Duration:00:40:57

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Layoffs Expected at Mass General Brigham Part 1

2/11/2025
Mass General Brigham, the largest health care system in Massachusetts, announced its plan to lay off hundreds of workers, citing a roughly $250 million budget gap. MGH said the layoffs will focus on “non-clinical and non-patient facing roles.” What are some of the challenges MGB is facing that might have led to the layoffs? How will MGH’s restructuring impact the hospital system?

Duration:00:37:52

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Nightside News Update 2/10/25

2/11/2025
We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! In honor of Black History Month a look at “The Green Book”. When travel was treacherous for Black people: The Green Book’s legacy in New England. With Emily Sweeney – Boston Globe Reporter. American Heart Month (Feb) - 2025 top heart-health diets, how to choose which eating plan is best for people concerned about heart health. Gretel Schueller - U.S. News & World Report’s Managing Health Editor joined Dan with some tips. From Ads to Analysis, What Were The Top Things People Were Googling after the Super Bowl? Commercials, Half Time, players, etc. Christina Basilo, Google Trends Expert checked in. Less is More: Why 'Micromancing' is making waves for Valentine's Day. What is micromancing? Jennifer Styers - Dating and Relationship Expert & Founder of Loveability explains.

Duration:00:39:59

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20th Hour: Super Bowl Predictions

2/7/2025
This weekend the Kansas City Chiefs face off against the Philadelphia Eagles in the Super Bowl! Dan wants to know your Super Bowl predictions! Who do you think will win the game and by how many points? Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Duration:00:41:54

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Weekend Snowmaker Heading Our Way Part 2

2/7/2025
After just dealing with a snowstorm Thursday in the Greater Boston area, meteorologists predict another storm is heading our way this weekend. Weather reports are predicting between 4-8 inches for Southern New England and Western Massachusetts. The Cape & Islands along with NH are projected to get between 3-6 inches. How are you preparing for the storm? Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Duration:00:40:53

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Weekend Snowmaker Heading Our Way Part 1

2/7/2025
After just dealing with a snowstorm Thursday in the Greater Boston area, meteorologists predict another storm is heading our way this weekend. Weather reports are predicting between 4-8 inches for Southern New England and Western Massachusetts. The Cape & Islands along with NH are projected to get between 3-6 inches. How are you preparing for the storm? We checked in with Bob Larson, an AccuWeather Meteorologist who will give us the latest on the storm projections! Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Duration:00:39:09

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Nightside News Update 2/7/25

2/7/2025
Boston’s Rise as an esports (competitive video-gaming) Hub – City Hosts Major Event at MGM Music Hall in February. With Robbie Douek – CEO of Blast. Penguin Plunge weekend is happening this weekend, February 8th and 9th at Hampton Beach – Benefitting Special Olympics NH. Mark Ericson – Multimedia manager for Special Olympics NH has the details. Fix Your Marriage Without Counseling: A Practical Method Men Will Appreciate, with Ziba Graham - a licensed clinical social worker & author. Former Wife of Apollo 14 Astronaut Recounts Remarkable Stories in Riveting New Memoir: You Don’t Look Like an Astronaut’s Wife with Anita Mitchell – Author & owner/president of the Mitchell Group Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Duration:00:39:05