Nightside With Dan Rea

Continued conversation about what the polls are saying as the 2024 presidential election heads into its final stretch. Is there a decisive lead? Dan opened the lines for comment.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Millions of voters have already cast their ballots as the 2024 presidential election heads into its final stretch. What are the polls saying? Averages are reflecting that neither candidate is decisively in the lead. To sort it all out, Dan welcomed Emerson College Pollster Spencer Kimball.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

In our continued efforts to cover the 2024 Massachusetts ballot questions, we took a look at Question 3 which asks, “Should rideshare drivers be allowed to unionize?” Kelly Cobb-Lemire, organizer of Massachusetts Drivers United, joined Dan to talk about how the passing of Q3 would undercut rideshare driver’s rights.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Is It Allergies, A Cold, Or COVID? Dr. William Berger, allergist and Medical Advisory Council member for Allergy & Asthma Network, outlines differences. It’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month and often overlooked is male breast cancer wellness - Guest: Dr. Sam Nardello, Surgical Breast Oncologist at Tufts Medicine. Salem’s Haunted Happenings with guest Salem Mayor Dominick Pangallo.It’s almost time to change the clocks! Board-Certified Psychiatrist, Author and Speaker, Dr. Susan Trachman, outlined how the time change affects our physical and mental health.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

In the spirit of weather and how some areas of the U.S. can certainly get it's share of harrowing occurrences, such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and earthquakes, Dan asked the audience if there was any place in the world you'd rather live than here in New England. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

In the last couple of weeks, you might have noticed photos of the recent aurora borealis that was visible in parts of New England, dominated your social media news feeds. Auroras are caused by disturbances in solar or “space” weather. What exactly is solar weather, what are examples of it, and how does it affect us here on Earth? Shawn Dahl, a solar weather forecaster at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Space Weather Prediction Center, joined NightSide to discuss! Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

The American Civil Liberties Union is supporting Karen Read and her appeal to the Massachusetts’ Supreme Judicial Court, arguing that the judge presiding over the case declared a mistrial too quickly and failed to take the appropriate steps to ensure she’s protected against double jeopardy. Dan discussed.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 topics we thought you should know about!“The Curse Breakers” - Celebrating 20 years since the Red Sox ended their 86-year World Series drought with Boston Globe Sports Media Columnist Chad Finn.Dr. Andrew E. Budson, a Boston University neurologist who specializes in memory disorders, discusses why people in their 30s and 40s are facing an unprecedented wave of memory problems. 8 destinations for ‘shoulder season’ which is the best time to beat the crowds! Joining was Washington Post Travel Reporter Andrea Sachs. 7 tips for preventing foodborne illness at your next tailgate party with Dr. Julie Gatza of the Florida Wellness Institute.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

Most drivers out there can relate to experiencing their fair share of traffic violations…examples include drivers turning on red when they are not supposed to, pedestrians jaywalking, another driver tailgating you, etc. What road violation really grinds your gears the most?Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

The Department of Homeland Security released an investigative report on the Secret Service following two assassination attempts on former President Donald Trump. The report reveals troubling issues with the organization saying it has a “corrosive” culture and a “troubling lack of critical thinking,” with calls for systemic change. Former Boston Police Commissioner and former Chief of the LAPD, Bill Bratton joined us to discuss what the Secret Service can do to improve security protocols.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

Have you ever wondered why you have dreams in black and white? Or maybe you consistently have dreams about falling…why is that? Kelly Bulkeley, Ph. D is a psychologist and dream researcher who is the director of the Sleep and Dream Database. Kelly joined us to discuss not only the science behind your dreams but also help you interpret your dreams!Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!Poll: 61% say election is harming mental health. With Leigh Richardson, PhD – Licensed professional counselor – Founder of the Brain Performance Center.Deer Crashes Increasing by Leaps and Bounds - Drivers urged to be alert as deer crashes spike between October and December with Mark Schieldrop, Senior Spokesperson for AAA.Medicare Must-Knows to Avoid Coverage Gaps - What changes should beneficiaries be aware of when it comes to their current coverage? With Jae Oh - Medicare Consultant and Certified Financial Planner. And this weekend looks to be a nice one. Will we have more in the near future. AccuWeather's Brian Thompson joined Dan.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

Vice President Harris sat down with Fox News' Bret Baier. Dan wants to know what you thought of the interview. Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

The Israeli military have confirmed that Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar has been killed. Sinwar is believed to be the chief architect of Hamas’ deadly October 7, 2023, terror attack that sparked a war in Gaza. How does this change the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas? Is it over? Will Israel's successes calm the Middle East? Jeff Robbins joined Dan to discuss.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

Massachusetts Ballot Question 4 ask voters whether to legalize certain natural psychedelics such as “magic mushrooms.” What’s your opinion on psychedelic substances? Dr. Nassir Ghaemi from the Coalition for Safe Communities, representing the “No” side of the issue joined us this evening to discuss Question 4!*The “Yes” side of the campaign was unable to join this evening & plans to join us on an upcoming show*Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!Annual Boston Lung Force Walk American Lung Association’s LUNG FORCE Walk Boston with Ashley Carrier - Executive Director in Massachusetts for American Lung Association.Cybersecurity Awareness Month - From romance scams to phishing scams, the cost of online threats is on the rise - online safety and the best ways to keep your information safe. With Kimberly Samra, Google Security Expert.Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition with Joe Gold who helped produce TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition.20 things still made in Massachusetts! With Scott Kirsner – Boston Globe Contributor.Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

A UMass Amherst poll finds that the highest percentage of Massachusetts residents in over four years believes the state is on the “wrong track.” The survey found that the top concern for respondents is housing. We discussed the specific findings from the poll and ask you if you think MA is on the “wrong track.”Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

A UMass Amherst poll finds that the highest percentage of Massachusetts residents in over four years believes the state is on the “wrong track.” The survey found that the top concern for respondents is housing. We discussed the specific findings from the poll and ask you if you think MA is on the “wrong track.”Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

Question 1 on the upcoming November election ballot asks Massachusetts voters if the state auditor, who is Diana DiZoglio, should be given the authorization to audit the Massachusetts Legislature. To raise awareness about Question 1, Diana DiZoglio set out to walk 141 miles across Massachusetts from Berkshire County to Boston! DiZoglio completed her “Walking for Sunshine” journey and joined us on NightSide to discuss!Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!ChiHae Kwan, OD, Director of Optometry at the New England Eye Center at Tufts Medical Center with Halloween Eye Safety: Protecting Your Eyes During the Spooky Season.Dr. Ivan Misner – author of The 3rd Paradigm: A Radical Shift to Greater Success discusses how to avoid burnout, overwhelm, and boundary setting at work!Gregg Murset - CEO of BusyKid and the Consumer Price Index - Food prices up again – groceries rose 0.4% (highest since Jan.)  & restaurant prices increased 0.3%. How can consumers find savings?Sandy Sternbach - concierge matchmaker and founder of Right Time Consultants says it's The Right Time For Love – How the dating world has changed with many searching for love on apps but most are not happy with the results…Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio!