Sinopsis
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 Americas Virtual Back Porch. Rea encourages challenging conversations and diverse ideas combined with respect and tolerance for the opinion of others. But dont think for a moment that NightSide is anything but provocative, always interesting and at times, passionate and emotional.
Episodios
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Biden’s Farewell Address and A Gaza Ceasefire - Part 1
16/01/2025 Duración: 28minPresident 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!
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Surgeon General Pushes for Cancer Warning Labels on Alcohol
15/01/2025 Duración: 41minThe 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!
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Locked Up - Part 2
15/01/2025 Duración: 40minContinued 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!
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Locked Up - Part 1
15/01/2025 Duración: 39minHave 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!
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Nightside News Update
15/01/2025 Duración: 39minWe 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!
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Are You Optimistic?
14/01/2025 Duración: 42minWith 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!
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Moving But Not So Fast…
14/01/2025 Duración: 43minWhile 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!
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Tackling College Tuition
14/01/2025 Duración: 39minFor 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!
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NightSide News Update
14/01/2025 Duración: 40minWe 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!
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20th Hour - Caller's Requests
11/01/2025 Duración: 43minFor 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!
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Devastation in Los Angeles - Part 2
11/01/2025 Duración: 41minA 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!
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Devastation in Los Angeles - Part 1
11/01/2025 Duración: 40minA 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!
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NightSide News Update
11/01/2025 Duración: 39minWe 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!
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Remembering The Late President Jimmy Carter Part 2
10/01/2025 Duración: 42minA 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!
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Remembering The Late President Jimmy Carter Part 1
10/01/2025 Duración: 32minA 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!
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Monitoring The Dark Side of the Web
10/01/2025 Duración: 48minMore 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!
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NightSide News Update
10/01/2025 Duración: 39minWe 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!
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Oh, Canada!
09/01/2025 Duración: 40minIn 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!
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A New Era of Tackling Crime
09/01/2025 Duración: 39minThe 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!
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Ruling on MA’s MBTA Communities Act
09/01/2025 Duración: 38minThe 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!