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NightSide With Dan Rea
Hosted by WBZ-AM · EN
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 America’s Virtual Back Porch.” Rea encourages challenging conversations and diverse ideas combined with respect and tolerance for the opinion of others. But don’t think for a moment that NightSide is anything but provocative, always interesting and at times, passionate and emotional. 642427
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Safety in the City Part 2
Yesterday00:38:21Tap to summarizeBoston has historically low rates of homicide and violent crime compared with many other major U.S. cities, leading researchers to rank it among the safer large cities in the country. Still, recent shootings and other crimes have raised concerns among residents and public officials. Experts say a city's overall safety should be measured by long-term trends, not isolated incidents. Do you think Boston is a safe city?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Safety in the City Part 1
Yesterday00:38:53Tap to summarizeBoston has historically low rates of homicide and violent crime compared with many other major U.S. cities, leading researchers to rank it among the safer large cities in the country. Still, recent shootings and other crimes have raised concerns among residents and public officials. Experts say a city's overall safety should be measured by long-term trends, not isolated incidents. Do you think Boston is a safe city?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Those Annoying Bloodsuckers
Yesterday00:40:31Tap to summarizeTick season is in full swing across New England, with emergency room visits for tick bites on the rise and tick-borne illnesses becoming more common in Massachusetts. You should still get outside and enjoy the outdoors, but be sure to take steps to protect yourself. Dan welcomed back Dan the “Tick Man,” who has everything you need to know about keeping those pesky little buggers away!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Rent Control Bid Blocked
Yesterday00:42:09Tap to summarizeMassachusetts' highest court disqualified a proposed rent-control ballot question over an exemption for religious housing. The Supreme Judicial Court ruled the proposal could not appear on the ballot because its exemption for religious organizations violated the Massachusetts Constitution. Although voters will not decide the issue this November, supporters are pursuing other proposals that would let cities and towns adopt limited rent controls. Dan talked with Conor Yunits, former Chair of the Housing for Massachusetts coalition.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Our Aging Leaders
2d ago00:41:59Tap to summarizeMany of the nation's top political leaders are well into their later years, from former President Joe Biden and President Donald Trump, both in their 80s, to Senator Mitch McConnell, 84, and Representative Maxine Waters, 87. Some argue the U.S. faces a broader gerontocracy problem, warning that even as younger leaders emerge, deeper demographic and economic imbalances will remain. Is the age of America's leaders becoming a problem, or does experience matter more than age?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Welcome to the Jungle - Part 2
2d ago00:38:45Tap to summarizeContinued conversation about how the MA Supreme Judicial Court has ruled that a proposed ballot question creating a "top-two primary," or "jungle primary," system can appear on the November ballot. Under the proposal, candidates of all parties would compete on a single primary ballot, with the top two vote-getters advancing to the general election regardless of party affiliation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Welcome to the Jungle - Part 1
2d ago00:38:42Tap to summarizeThe MA Supreme Judicial Court has ruled that a proposed ballot question creating a "top-two primary," or "jungle primary," system can appear on the November ballot. Under the proposal, candidates of all parties would compete on a single primary ballot, with the top two vote-getters advancing to the general election regardless of party affiliation. Dan discussed this initiative with Danielle Allen, former gubernatorial candidate and leader of the effort behind the all-party primary ballot question, and Amy Carnevale, Chair of the MA Republican Party.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Rollins for Suffolk D.A.
2d ago00:40:59Tap to summarizeFormer Suffolk County District Attorney Rachael Rollins is seeking to return to the office she once held. Rollins says she was encouraged to run by members of the community, who helped gather the signatures needed to secure her place on the ballot for the September Democratic primary. She says her campaign will focus on continuing the policies and priorities she championed during her previous tenure as district attorney. Rollins joined Dan to discuss her run for Suffolk County District Attorney!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →The Floor is Yours!
5d ago00:40:02Tap to summarizeBradley opened the phone lines for discussion of music and whatever else was on the minds of the listeners!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Drones on Patrol
5d ago00:39:12Tap to summarizeA recent road rage fight on I-70 in Colorado highlights how police are using new technology to quickly identify suspects. After two drivers stopped in the middle of the highway and fought, authorities used a drone and automated license plate reader technology to track down the vehicles involved. Police say these tools help solve crimes more efficiently, while critics continue to raise concerns about privacy and surveillance. Bradley spoke with David Benowitz, VP of Strategy & Marketing Communications for BRINC Drones.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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