Nightside With Dan Rea

It’s no secret that Dan thinks New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu is the best governor in the country…The governor will be leaving office this January when a new governor takes office. Gov. Sununu joined Dan to talk about his time as governor in NH, his somewhat difficult relationship with the Trump campaign and his future plans!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!Mason Taylor – Professional bull rider competing in championship on a $1 Million Pro Bull Riders’ World Championship Race Winds Through the Manchester, NH and the Greater Boston Area on Dec. 20-21!Tom Zaller - President and CEO of Imagine Exhibitions brings us Harry Potter: The Exhibition in Boston!Tracy Clements – former school councilor & now an Education Strategist in Student Safety & Mental Health at GoGuardian described how technology is helping schools save students’ lives.Yashin Manraj, CEO of Pvotal Technologies on the recent drone sightings…Are they a threat?Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

When it comes to the murder case of United Healthcare CEO, Brian Thompson, what was the real motive? What actually caused murder suspect Luigi Mangione to carry out this murder? Was it denied insurance claims for a suspected back condition? Was it a mental health condition or a combination of both? Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

When it comes to the murder case of United Healthcare CEO, Brian Thompson, what was the real motive? What actually caused murder suspect Luigi Mangione to carry out this murder? Was it denied insurance claims for a suspected back condition? Was it a mental health condition or a combination of both? We discussed what the real motive could have been with Dr. Robert Bransfield and Dr. Al Miller.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Over the last couple of weeks mysterious drones have been spotted in at least six states and now in Massachusetts. Over the weekend there were multiple reports of drone sightings in Cape Cod, the North Shore, and Central and Western Mass. Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said they are not military drones and not from a foreign entity. Where are these drones coming from and are you concerned? Tatsu Ikeda joined Dan Rea in looking for answers. 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!Tom Lyons - National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®), Director of Communications reminded us to make sure you don’t let your holiday season go up in flames! December is the leading month for U.S. Home Fires. What you should know…Susan Russell - CEO of Mold Dog Knows discussed Sick Building Syndrome: Amazing mold detection dogs are becoming home inspectors' new secret weapons. Eric Brown – former Special Forces Green Beret (24 years’ experience), Founder and CEO of Imperio Consulting checked in with Dan and discussed security details for government officials and the process of protecting leaders.Richard Battle – Author of "'AmeriCANS Who Made America: 18th Century—Birth of the Republic' – Optimism and timeless lessons from Washington for Washington.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Friday the 13th, a day some associate with bad luck. Do you have any superstitions about the day? Are there any superstitions that you particularly watch out for on this day? Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

New England had some great original amusement parks and shopping establishments that are no longer in business. How many of you grew up shopping at Bradlees, Ames, or the Christmas Tree Shops? Do you reminisce about the times your family spent the day at Paragon Park or Whalom Park? Which New England institution of yesteryear do you miss and why?Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

The late, great former Red Sox pitcher, Luis Tiant, was snubbed by the Baseball Hall of Fame! Tiant needed to earn 75% of the vote to earn induction. Over 19 MLB seasons Tiant went 229-172 with a 3.30 ERA, 3,486.1 innings and 2,416 strikeouts. Tiant was also a three-time All Star and a two-time ERA champion. Do you think Tiant deserves to be in the Baseball Hall of Fame? What other athletes do you believe got snubbed?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!Katie Johnston – Boston Globe Reporter with top places to work in Massachusetts! According to an Energage survey of MA employees at 8K MA organization.Suzanne Seggerman – Victim of “Monster” tenant & Writer/Author has 10 Landlord Tips That Anyone Should Know BEFORE Renting Out Their Property.Scott Baradell - Expert on Branding & Trust said Gen Z wants to shop in person — and that’s helping malls make a comeback.Manish Vora – Co-Founder of Museum of Ice Cream introduces Boston’s New Museum of Ice Cream!Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

In recent weeks, a large number of mysterious drones have been reported flying over parts of New Jersey. Where are these drones coming from? To whom do they belong? Law enforcement have told the public that the drones do not appear to be a public safety threat, but the public has still not been given any explanation…One senator from CT, Sen. Richard Blumenthal, said “we should be doing very urgent intelligence analysis and take them out of the skies”. Do you agree? Are you concerned about the drones?Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Why are some people so obsessed with true crime? Whether it’s true crime podcasts or docuseries, it seems people can’t get enough…Dr. Scott Bonn is a criminologist who studies serial killers and has been featured on numerous high-profile true crime TV shows and documentaries to give his insight. Dr. Bonn joined us to weigh in on the recent murder of United Healthcare’s CEO at the hands of Luigi Mangione as well as discuss the curious appeal of true crime!Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Luigi Mangione, the man charged for the murder of United HealthCare CEO Brian Thompson is being dubbed a “hero” by some in American society. Social media has erupted with hashtags like #FreeLuigi and comments lionizing Mangione for what they claim is him standing up to corporate greed within the healthcare industry. How can so many align themselves with a killer like Mangione?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!Nathan Honeycutt - FIRE polling and analytics manager brings us a FIRE SURVEY: Only 20% of university faculty say a conservative would fit in well in their department.Dr. Saunda Dalton-Smith – Author of "Sacred Rest: Recover Your Life, Renew Your Energy, Restore Your Sanity" stopped by.Kyle Bray – WBZ NewsRadio Reporter checks in with Dan on Coach Bill Belichick Heading to North Carolina, making the move to college sports becoming NC’s Head Coach!And AccuWeather Meteorologist Matt Benz on where we stand with a drought? Especially after all the rain we received in the last day or so…Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

A bill to save AM radio being installed in new cars seems to be stalled, and must be passed before this Legislation session ends. What does AM radio mean to you? Dan Rea discussed!Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

New York City recently legalized jaywalking. For many Bostonians, jaywalking almost seems like a way of life…how many people actually realize jaywalking is illegal? With a seemingly minor fine of $1 if caught jaywalking in Boston, is that worth law enforcement’s time? We heard listeners' thoughts on whether Boston should legalize jaywalking!Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Eight years after Massachusetts legalizes marijuana, the Cannabis Control Commission has unveiled three license types for the “social consumption” of marijuana. A hospitality license allows for stand alone lounges to consume on site, a supplemental license is for existing businesses to have adjoining space for consumption and a temporary license can be used for events that will permit smoking marijuana or ingesting cannabis products. The finalization of the cafes is still a ways off as regulations must be approved by the Legislature. Will pot cafes in MA come to fruition?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!Bob and Pat Kuecker’s Coats for Kids program have donated thousands of winter coats to children and teens served by The Salvation Army from across the City of Boston. This year supporters donated more than 3,000 coats! Bob joined Dan to discuss the program.Google’s annual look at the trillions of searches performed throughout the year. What were the top topics that fascinated the world? Justin Burr - Google trends expert has the answers.Boston recognized among 2025 Best Hospitals for Maternity Care. What qualifies as having good maternal health care? Jennifer Winston, Ph.D., Health Data Scientist joined Dan.Wanting to celebrate Christmas alone…They love their family. They just want to spend Christmas alone. Sydney Page – WaPo journalist 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!

A person of interest has been identified in the slaying of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. 26-year-old Luigi Mangione was arrested at a McDonald’s in Pennsylvania on gun charges and is being detained for questioning in relation to the NYC murder. Mangione was found in possession of multiple fake IDs, a face mask, a firearm, and a suppressor that appeared to match those used in the shooting, and a manifesto that criticized healthcare companies for "putting profits above care.”Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Boston City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson was arrested last week on federal public corruption charges and is accused of taking a $7,000 kickback. According to the indictment, Fernandes-Anderson is charged with wire fraud, theft concerning programs receiving federal funds and forfeiture allegations. In the wake of the indictment, Boston City Councilors are exploring the possibility of establishing an ethics committee. Should Councilor Fernandes Anderson resign?Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!