Nightside With Dan Rea

Every now and then, a rare opportunity arrives when listeners can call in about any subject. 

Today marks three months since 5-year-old Lens Arthur Joseph was struck and killed by a school bus as he attempted to cross the street in Hyde Park. Members of the Joseph Family have filed a lawsuit against the bus company and the bus driver. The Joseph Family lawyer, Matt Fogelman, joined Dan with the details of this case.

The 2025 MLB trade deadline is this Thursday, and it's anyone's guess as to what's in store for the Red Sox. Will they be trading some of their younger players to increase their chances of getting to the World Series? Boston Globe Sports Columnist Dan Shaughnessy broke it down for us.

Is 'Travel Math' derailing your finances and vacation plans?  It might be…and you might not even be aware it’s happening!Guest:  Sally French, Travel Expert at NerdWallet There’s a viral trend on TikTok and other social media platforms that has people taping their mouths shut for better sleep to encourage nose breathing, which is touted as better for overall health. But is it safe?Guest:   Dr. Raj Dasgupta, quadruple board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine, pulmonology, critical care and sleep medicineSenior women are “walking the beat” in Charlestown with the Boston PD which not only gets seniors out in a safe environment but encourages these once isolated seniors to meet others! Boston Police Commissioner Michael Cox even walks with the group!Guests:   “Beat” Walker Mary Rizzo and Chrissy Vraibel, Community Service Officer for the Boston Police DepartmentThe Gen Z work ethic – Definitely differs from the Gen X and Boomer’s, and possibly even the Millennials.  Gen Zers are embracing a tre

In this 20th hour, Dan wanted to know what your best day so far this summer has been, or is there a good day coming up? 

Continued conversation about how Fenway Park concession workers are striking ahead of a highly anticipated weekend series against the Los Angeles Dodgers. UNITE HERE Local 26, the union representing the concession workers, said the strike will last 3 days. Despite the strike, Aramark, the workers’ employer, insists that they have contingency plans in place and will be ready for fans despite the strike. Fenway concession workers are asking fans to boycott food, drinks, and souvenirs in support.

Fenway Park concession workers went on strike ahead of a highly anticipated weekend series against the Los Angeles Dodgers. UNITE HERE Local 26, the union representing the concession workers, said the strike will last 3 days. Despite the strike, Aramark, the workers’ employer, insists that they have contingency plans in place and will be ready for fans despite the strike. Fenway concession workers are asking fans to boycott food, drinks, and souvenirs in support. Do you have plans to attend the Sox/Dodgers series this weekend? What do you plan to do?

We kicked off the program with four news stories we thought you'd like to know more about!In this episode we chatted with: Tom Begley, Executive Director of the Plimoth Patuxet Museum:  The Mayflower II's upcoming philanthropic sail! Setting sail for the first time in 5 years!Dr. Dean Beckloff, Licensed Professional Counselor:  New research says don’t give children under age 13 smartphones.Madison Lucches, Reporter for Boston.com:  Four Massachusetts schools got a 5-star rating on Money.com’s "Best Colleges" list. How and what for?WBZ NewsRadio Reporter Kendall Buhl:  The latest on the Republic Services trash collector labor strike. How are cities like Gloucester and others are handling it.You can hear NightSide with Dan Rea, Live! Weeknights From 8PM-12AM on WBZ - Boston's News Radio.

Concession workers at Fenway Park are positioning themselves to strike if an agreement on a labor contract cannot be made by Friday at noon. UNITE HERE Local 26, the union representing the workers, says park workers are “paid poverty wages”. If Fenway’s concession workers do go on strike Friday, it will be the first strike held at the ballpark since it opened 113 years ago! In addition, more than 1,000 workers would be on strike for the Red Sox’s home stand this weekend against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Concession workers at Fenway Park are positioning themselves to strike if an agreement on a labor contract cannot be made by Friday at noon. UNITE HERE Local 26, the union representing the workers, says park workers are “paid poverty wages”. If Fenway’s concession workers do go on strike Friday, it will be the first strike held at the ballpark since it opened 113 years ago! In addition, more than 1,000 workers would be on strike for the Red Sox’s home stand this weekend against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

A Medford residential zoning proposal looks to change the zoning laws in the city. The proposal would allow for more housing developments, potentially changing the housing makeup of this bedroom community to Boston. Is that a good or a bad thing? What's included in the zoning proposal that has some concerned about overcrowding?

Highlighting InBoston Magazine and special upcoming feature of Dan Rea coming out in the magazine!Guest: AnnMarie LaFauci – Editor of InBoston Magazine Lizard on the loose in Webster! What the public needs to know about the 5 foot long water monitor lizard!Guest: Gordon D. Wentworth, Jr. - Deputy Chief of Police Webster Police Department Trump's latest demand: Washington football and Cleveland baseball teams should change names backGuest: Sheila Rondeau - marketing strategist and the CEO of MOGXP Renewed Push for CPR Graduation Requirement in Massachusetts Schools.Guest: MA Senator Bruce Tarr

The latest in the ongoing Market Basket drama between the grocer’s board and top executives comes in the form of firings. Executives Tom Gordon and Joe Schmidt, who were on NightSide just a little over a week ago, have now been fired by the company. Why? According to a public statement from the Market Basket Board of Directors, the two were fired for, “insubordination, making false and derogatory remarks about the company and people associated with it, and inappropriate communications with colleagues.” Dan wanted to know if you were still a supporter of Market Basket and asked what comes next?

The latest in the ongoing Market Basket drama between the grocer’s board and top executives comes in the form of firings. Executives Tom Gordon and Joe Schmidt, who were on NightSide just a little over a week ago, have now been fired by the company. Why? According to a public statement from the Market Basket Board of Directors, the two were fired for, “insubordination, making false and derogatory remarks about the company and people associated with it, and inappropriate communications with colleagues.” Tom and Joe joined us to discuss the fallout!

Boston mayoral candidate Josh Kraft is trailing behind incumbent Mayor Michelle Wu in the city’s race for City Hall this Fall. A recent poll of likely Boston voters showed Kraft trailing Wu by at least 30 points. Can Kraft turn his campaign around and catch up to Wu? Josh Kraft joined Dan to talk about his campaign.

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!Head and Neck Cancers that are not as well known… Dr. Scharukh Jalisi - Chief of Otolaryngology (ENT)/Head and Neck Surgery at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center checked in.“Dirty Soda”, the latest viral drink craze! What is it? Kyle Bray – WBZ NewsRadio Reporter explained it to Dan.13th annual Swim Across America Nantucket open water swim is Saturday, July 26, at Jetties Beach on Nantucket! Natalie Thompson – Swimmer/participant - a schoolteacher whose wife was diagnosed with ocular melanoma in 2019 stopped by.Temps Raise in Greater Boston again hitting 90s as we get closer to the weekend. AccuWeather Meteorologist Brian Thompson had the details.

At the end of May, the Market Basket grocery company placed its CEO Arthur Demoulas and a handful of employees on paid leave to investigate rumors that Demoulas and allies may be planning a work stoppage or other disruptions. Suspended executives Tom Gordon and Joe Schmidt were fired Tuesday after their appearance on NightSide last week. What's next for Market Basket?

According to residents in South Boston, rats are running rampant in their neighborhood! Residents describe seeing rats more regularly out and about during the daytime, not just at night. Earlier this year, Tufts University did a study that found a deadly type of bacteria called leptospirosis persistent among Boston’s rat population. With that additional health concern, some Boston City Councilors are pushing for an office specifically focused on pest control and appointing a "Rat Czar" to tackle this problem. Are you seeing an increase in rats in your neighborhood? Boston City Counselor Ed Flynn checked in.

Nearly three months after the death of 5-year-old Hyde Park resident Lens Joseph, who was struck and killed by a school bus while crossing the street, the family of Lens is still looking for answers. No one has been criminally charged in the crash, which remains under investigation by the Suffolk County district attorney’s office and Boston police. The family of the Hyde Park kindergartener has filed a lawsuit against bus contractor Transdev and former bus driver Jean Charles, alleging negligence. Dan asked the question, why don’t we know more about the investigation and driver?

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!Heatwaves and high stress linked to poor eating habits and digestive strain. How do you eat in the heat for optimal health? Dr. Julie Gatza - Nutrition Expert, Chiropractic Physician and Founder of Florida's Wellness Institute discussed with Dan.The “Gen Z stare”! What is it? Have you come across the stare yet? It’s that blank look Gen Zers are starting to give elders- well everywhere! From the workplace to the restaurant,  the trend has gone viral on TikTok. Steve Roop - AI and digital director at  Littlefield Agency stopped by.One Third of Dual Income Couples Without Kids Are Going into debt for their pets! Rachel Barber – USA Today Personal Finance Reporter explained.The exercise paradox and how studies have been done that show despite popular belief in the fitness world, burning more calories than you consume does not exactly help you lose weight! Erin Nystrom – Substack Writer and Fitness