Nightside With Dan Rea

How many ballparks have you visited around the country or around the world? Do you aspire to visit your favorite team’s home turf? Ken Smoller is a travel writer and photographer who has visited nearly 2,400 stadiums, including 700 ballparks in 48 states and 24 countries! Ken stopped by to share his experiences and take your calls on the stadium(s) of your choosing! Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

The drug and homeless problem in and around Massachusetts Avenue and Melnea Cass Boulevard that has been plaguing the area for quite some time has not exactly been solved, despite Mayor Wu’s efforts. The problem appears to have just moved to the Boston Common as neighborhood residents’ express concerns. In a survey of 300 residents done by the Downtown Boston Neighborhood Association, 71 percent reported feeling less safe in the area of the Common.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! Tips for donating on Giving Tuesday and this holiday season. What to be aware of… With Paula Fleming - Chief Marketing and Sales Officer for the Better Business Bureau Boston Division.Paul Martino – Founder of RelationshipDevelopment.Org & Author of "The Missing Piece: A Proven Method to Single-Handedly Transform Your Relationship and Create Harmony in Your Home" joined Dan Rea.Dr. Matthew Chalmers – Chiropractor & Healthy Living Expert checked in with Dan to discuss Christmas Movies: Why do some people love them and others hate them?Dr. Deeb Salem - Senior Vice President for Academic Integration at Tufts Medicine joined Dan to discuss the Physician Pathway Act, an innovative and important program that could potentially be a big difference-maker in the primary care physician shortage in Massachusetts.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea W

President Biden broke his public promise that he would not pardon his son Hunter Biden of the federal crimes he committed. Last summer a federal jury convicted Hunter on three federal felony gun charges. President Biden originally told the public, he would abide by the jury’s decision and that, “I will not pardon him". Why did Biden break his promise? What other options did he have and what would you do if you were in the same situation?Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

President Biden broke his public promise that he would not pardon his son Hunter Biden of the federal crimes he committed. Last summer a federal jury convicted Hunter on three federal felony gun charges. President Biden originally told the public, he would abide by the jury’s decision and that, “I will not pardon him". Why did Biden break his promise? What other options did he have and what would you do if you were in the same situation?Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

As Donald Trump prepares to take office in 2025, what do potential Trump tariffs mean for car buyers? How have electric vehicles changed the auto industry and will the Trump Administration bring Detroit back to its former prominence? Ernie Boch Jr. joined Dan as they discussed what might be ahead for the auto industry in 2025! 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!Rebecca Gavin - Dana-Farber’s Vice President of Annual, Planned & Institutional Giving discusses Giving Tuesday & Boston’s Dana-Farber Cancer Institute & the Jimmy Fund are hoping to raise more than $1 million to conquer cancer this Giving Tuesday!Linda Matchan – Boston Globe correspondent - the writer and editor for Globe Santa which is in its 69th year delivering holiday joy to more than 3 million children in 201 communities across the Commonwealth, answering the letters of children and families and delivering toys, books and games to local children!Kathy Butler, Director of Client Care at Home Instead in Waltham, MA says you can be a Santa to A Senior! It's a program that preads holiday cheer to lonely or financially challenged seniors. Billy Busch - founder of the Busch Family Brewing & Distilling Company, is an heir to the iconic Anheuser-Busch legacy & Author of "Famil

Morgan White Jr. filled in for Dan!Music plays such an important role in movies. It can set the tone, mood, or even the pace of a film. Morgan welcomed Cleo Campbell to talk about the 20 biggest selling movie soundtracks of all time!Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Morgan White Jr. filled in for Dan!Bill and Bo Winiker are back! These longtime musicians have entertained thousands at weddings, corporate events, parties, even the White House! Join the fun as Morgan chats with this dynamic duo!Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Morgan White Jr. filled in for Dan!Bill and Bo Winiker are back! These longtime musicians have entertained thousands at weddings, corporate events, parties, even the White House! Join the fun as Morgan chats with this dynamic duo!Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Morgan White Jr. filled in for Dan!It’s party season! Perhaps it’s your turn to host the holiday get-together? Who can you trust to deliver all the goods? Morgan welcomed Bob and Donna Jenks from Midway Restaurant to chat about how to host the perfect party!Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Morgan White Jr. fills in for Dan!Continued conversation with award-winning writer, editor, and book doctor, Ed Robertson and his newest book about four classic television series that helped define the TV landscape as we know it today; The Untouchables, Run for Your Life, The Magician and Harry O.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Morgan White Jr. fills in for Dan!From award-winning writer, editor, and book doctor, Ed Robertson, comes a book about four classic television series that helped define the TV landscape as we know it today. Morgan chatted with Robertson about The Untouchables, Run for Your Life, The Magician and Harry O.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Morgan White Jr. fills in for Dan!The holiday season is in full swing, and for many, that means visiting and partying with family and friends. It’s a joyous time of year, although not for all. Those with a smaller social circle may find themselves isolated or disconnected. Educational psychologist Dr. Ronda Goodale joined Morgan to chat about how to combat those holiday blues.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Morgan White Jr. fills in for Dan!It’s almost time to sit down with your child’s teacher for an update on their progress. Are you asking the right questions? Morgan spoke with Teacher Terri who outlined what you should be asking the educators.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Morgan White Jr. fills in for Dan!We’ve all experienced it…those live concerts where the energy is high, and the music is loud! Music influences our lives in so many ways…from our mood to our physical being. Morgan asked what your most memorable concert experience was and what made it so special?Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Morgan White Jr. fills in for Dan!If you’re a long-time listener of WBZ NewsRadio, then Norm is no stranger to you. He graced the airwaves for many years from the plush, yet not overly ostentatious studio on Soldiers Field Rd. Sonja Nathan Bradstreet chatted candidly about her dad’s lengthy career.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Morgan White Jr. fills in for Dan!As crime rates go up, so does the interest in self-protection. Boston entrepreneur Bryan Ganz has a less-lethal tool you may be interested in. His “paintball gun on steroids” fires projectiles designed to either hurt or incapacitate an offender. Ganz joined Morgan with the details.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Morgan White Jr. fills in for Dan!History is full of women who have broken the mold and have been trailblazers in medicine, racial and gender equality, space exploration, and more. Growing up, which female character on television did you admire most for her strength, courage, and intelligence? Jordan Rich joined the conversation!Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

With being days away from Thanksgiving, Gary asks the listeners what they are most thankful for this year.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!