NightSide With Dan Rea

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. appeared before the U.S. Senate Committee on Finance seeking confirmation to lead the Department of Health and Human Services. RFK Jr. was hammered with questions about his past skepticism about vaccines, abortion rights, and linking school shootings to antidepressants, among other things. RFK Jr. told senators that he is not anti-vaccine or anti-industry, and that he believes “vaccines play a critical role in healthcare.” Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. appeared before the U.S. Senate Committee on Finance seeking confirmation to lead the Department of Health and Human Services. RFK Jr. was hammered with questions about his past skepticism about vaccines, abortion rights, and linking school shootings to antidepressants, among other things. RFK Jr. told senators that he is not anti-vaccine or anti-industry, and that he believes “vaccines play a critical role in healthcare.” Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

On Monday of this week, an earthquake occurred off the coast of York Harbor, Maine. Monday’s quake had a magnitude of 3.8 and was felt in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and even Rhode Island! Two days later, an aftershock occurred Wednesday morning six miles southeast of York Harbor, Maine, according to the United States Geological Survey, with a magnitude of 2.0. What exactly is an earthquake and how often do they occur in New England? John Ebel, Ph.D. research scientist from Boston College's Weston Observatory, who studies earthquakes, joined us to discuss! Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

We kick off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! Celebrating Black History Month in February - The African American Patriots Tours starting February 1 through the Freedom Trail Foundation with Phillis Wheatley (character name) a Freedom Trail Player. Deborah Graham - star of TLC’s The Psychic Matchmaker and host of the podcast, “The Psychic Connection" is just in time for Valentine’s Day, National Psychic Shares 6 Secrets to Finding True Love. Lee Holden - world renowned Qi Gong expert explains what Qi Gong (pronounced Chee-Gong) is. For Stress Relief in a Fast-Paced World. Elad Inbar – CEO of RoboLab and author of "Our Robotics Future" checked in with The Future of Our Robotics – How Robotics is aiding in different industries, not taking away jobs as some fear. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

President Trump signed an executive order to declassify files on the assassinations of former President John F. Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy, and Martin Luther King Jr. During Trump’s first administration he promised to release the classified files but at the time, Trump said the potential harm to national security among other things outweighed public interest. Now, Trump determined, “the release of all records in the Federal Government’s possession pertaining to each of those assassinations is in the public interest." Are you curious about what's in the files or not? Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

President Trump signed an executive order to declassify files on the assassinations of former President John F. Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy, and Martin Luther King Jr. During Trump’s first administration he promised to release the classified files but at the time, Trump said the potential harm to national security among other things outweighed public interest. Now, Trump determined, “the release of all records in the Federal Government’s possession pertaining to each of those assassinations is in the public interest." Are you curious about what's in the files or not? Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

he House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform has opened an investigation into what they call sanctuary cities or jurisdictions. The Committee sent letters to the mayors of four major U.S. cities, including Boston’s Mayor Michelle Wu, calling on the leaders to testify at a Congressional hearing next month as part of the federal investigation into the status of sanctuary cities. The Wu Administration has not officially responded to the request, telling media outlets, “We’ll respond in due time.” Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! Susan Chinsen - the creative producer from ArtsEmerson brought us Arts-Emerson’s Winter/Spring 2025 Film Programming schedule. Valentine’s Day Round-Up – Perfect Way for you to celebrate in and around Boston! Explore the city’s nique events and romantic experiences, and make this Valentine’s Day one to remember. With Maddy McCarthy - Publicist, Brand Representative, Social Media Consultant. Degree in hand, jobs out of reach: Why recent grads are struggling in a competitive market. Brenda Siri - Workplace Expert - the President and CEO of Corporate Connections checked in with Dan. Kansas City & Philadelphia heading to the Super Bowl – thoughts on the big game ahead with Chris Price – Boston Globe Sports Reporter. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Over the weekend, the U.S. and Colombia had a spat over U.S. deportation flights of Colombian migrants. President Trump threatened a 25 percent tariff on all goods imported from Colombia after the country’s president turned away two U.S. military aircraft full of detained Colombian migrants. Colombian President Gustavo Petro took aim with the way the migrants were treated, claiming the Trump Admin. treated the migrants “like criminals.” Petro also threatened to increase Colombian tariffs on U.S. goods by 25% before a deal was reached. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Over the weekend, the U.S. and Colombia had a spat over U.S. deportation flights of Colombian migrants. President Trump threatened a 25 percent tariff on all goods imported from Colombia after the country’s president turned away two U.S. military aircraft full of detained Colombian migrants. Colombian President Gustavo Petro took aim with the way the migrants were treated, claiming the Trump Admin. treated the migrants “like criminals.” Petro also threatened to increase Colombian tariffs on U.S. goods by 25% before a deal was reached. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

A group of Massachusetts lawmakers and MA Attorney General Andrea Campbell have filed legislation aimed at cracking down on student cellphone use at public schools through the state. The legislation is being referred to as the “STUDY Act,” which “seeks to implement a “bell-to-bell" restriction on access to cell phones and personal electronic devices during school hours to improve the overall learning environment and school culture.” Similar bans are gaining popularity in both red and blues states across the country…Are you in favor or opposed to banning cellphones in schools? Sen. Julian Cyr checked in with Dan to discuss. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! Rare Maine earthquake shakes New England, rattling states from Mass. to RI! John Ebel, Ph.D – Boston College Professor - Senior Research Scientist, Weston Observatory focusing on earthquakes checked in with Dan. Marni Jameson – Author of "Rightsize Today to Create Your Best Life Tomorrow-Transformative guide for those looking to simplify their homes and their lives as they enter new phases." joined Dan to help de-clutter our lives. Predictions of a snowstorm hitting MA this week with potential plowable snow to hits parts of MA with Accuweather Meteorologist Matt Benz. International Holocaust Remembrance Day (January 27th) marks the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz. Debbie Coltin President and Executive Director of the Lappin Foundation joined Dan to discuss it. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

For NightSide’s last hour of the week, Dan likes to keep it light and fun! This 20th hour sees the ever popular Brushes With Celebrity. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

You talk to anyone these days and they’ll tell you they’re “busy, busy, busy!” The never-ending family demands, career pressures, and stressors of everyday living are exhausting and creating burnout. Tonight, learn how to R-E-S-T with Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, author of Sacred Rest: Recover Your Life, Renew Your Energy, Restore Your Sanity. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Governor Maura Healey has filed her budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2026. The plan includes a number of tax increases, a cap on charitable deductions, and a spending increase of about 7%. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! Dr. Simone Alicia, award-winning motivational speaker and international personal development expert explains how to cope with mass destruction, such as the case with the CA wildfires where people are experiencing losing their homes and all they have. James Lee, President of the Identity Theft Resource Center discussed facing the App-ocalypse – How to Delete Apps to Protect Your Identity. Dr. Bonnie Halpern-Felsher on trends in teen nicotine use and how it’s very popular. 8 percent of high schoolers (1.2 million teens) report that they use e-cigarettes. Norbert Heuser - a health and wellness educator, entrepreneur, and author explains what is 5G technology? RFK Jr.’s Strong Stand Against 5G Dangers: What He’s Fighting For and How You Can Help Keep Your Family Safe. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

A six-week Israel-Hamas ceasefire is currently in effect. If all goes according to plan, dozens of Israeli hostages and hundreds of Palestinian prisoners will be freed, while more aid flows in for humanitarian efforts. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

A six-week Israel-Hamas ceasefire is currently in effect. If all goes according to plan, dozens of Israeli hostages and hundreds of Palestinian prisoners will be freed, while more aid flows in for humanitarian efforts. Benny Sharoni, the Consul General of Israel to New England, joined Dan to discuss the current ceasefire and more! Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Since taking Office, President Trump has made it a top priority to crack down on illegal immigration. As part of Trump’s mass deportation efforts, ICE has been directed to conduct widespread sweeps throughout the U.S., including Boston. During a sweep in Boston, ICE Boston made multiple arrests of MS-13 gang members and murder suspects. We discussed the ongoing ICE sweeps with Boston City Council Member Ed Flynn. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! Sean Collins- lawyer and expert in long-term care insurance claims joined Dan with valuable insights, practical advice, and an understanding of the systemic issues behind long-term care insurance policies. College kids, an old drug, and why it's everywhere again…the concern about nitrous oxide. Michael Molthan – addiction expert explained it to Dan. Robert Borelli – former Gambino family crime member/associate and author of "The Witness: The Story of Robert Borelli and the NY Gambino Mafia Crime Family - A Life of Crime, Transformation, and Hope" chatted with Dan. Major Michelle Mastrobattista checked in with the Thunder over New Hampshire (TONH) Air Show. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!