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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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Musical Planes - Part 1
3d ago00:38:38Tap to summarizePresident Trump secretly switched planes after last month’s NATO summit in Turkey because of what U.S. officials described as a credible Iranian threat to his safety. Trump publicly boarded the old Air Force One, but was secretly transferred to a smaller military jet using an airport catering truck, leaving reporters and even some White House staff believing he was still on the original plane. Did the Secret Service do a good job?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Getting Zapped in MA
3d ago00:43:46Tap to summarizeMassachusetts already has some of the highest electricity costs in the country, and now a new report from Synapse Energy Economics says consumers have paid billions more than necessary for power over the past decade. The report found that Massachusetts customers on basic service paid an average premium of 43%, or about $22 extra per month. Dan explored the report with Massachusetts energy expert Robert Rio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Vaccine Rules Upended
3d ago00:40:19Tap to summarizePresident Trump’s new executive order changes the standard childhood vaccine schedule, giving parents more choice in how their children are vaccinated. There are strong opinions on both sides, with supporters saying it puts families in control, while some in the medical field warn it could undermine public health. Dan talked with former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams about the potential benefits and drawbacks of greater vaccine choice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Any Day Now - Part 2
4d ago00:42:25Tap to summarizeContinued conversation about how President Trump has repeatedly said a deal with Iran is imminent, raising hopes that the conflict could soon come to an end and the Strait of Hormuz could reopen. But Iran is demanding major concessions, including compensation for the devastation caused by five months of U.S. and Israeli bombardment. Have you lost faith in Trump’s ability to close the deal?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Any Day Now - Part 1
4d ago00:29:49Tap to summarizePresident Trump has repeatedly said a deal with Iran is imminent, raising hopes that the conflict could soon come to an end and the Strait of Hormuz could reopen. But Iran is demanding major concessions, including compensation for the devastation caused by five months of U.S. and Israeli bombardment. Have you lost faith in Trump’s ability to close the deal?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Margaritaville at Sea
4d ago00:38:01Tap to summarizeImagine going to a concert and walking away with a free cruise! That’s exactly what happened at a recent Zac Brown concert when Brown surprised more than 37,000 fans with a cruise vacation...but let’s not forget about those taxes, fees, and other costs, which add up quickly. Would you jump at a “free” cruise, or does it stop being a deal once you see the final bill? Dan has enjoyed the many cruises he’s taken and wanted to hear your thoughts!Producer Rob recently was on a Yacht cruise with Night Rider Charters around Boston Harbor and had a blast! Check out Night Rider Charters.com and say hello to Captain Don!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →A Write-In Bid
4d ago00:53:00Tap to summarizeAnne Brensley isn’t giving up after failing to make the lieutenant governor ballot. She’s now shifting her focus to a write-in campaign for secretary of state, challenging longtime Democratic incumbent William Galvin. With no other Republican currently running for the office, could Brensley pull off an unlikely statewide challenge? Brensley joined Dan to discuss her campaign. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →What's on Your Mind?
1w ago00:41:22Tap to summarizeBradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea: Bradley opened the phone lines and invited callers to call in and express their thoughts! Discussion included living in the here and now, music, how new "stuff" doesn't make you happy, how disparities in wealth causes revolutions, and how concert ticket prices are out of control. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Hold the Pickles
1w ago00:40:26Tap to summarizeBradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea: The burger wars are heating up, and Burger King is fighting back with a revamped Whopper designed to win back customers and take on rivals like McDonald’s. The chain has updated everything from the bun and toppings to the packaging, hoping the changes will give the iconic burger a fresh edge. So, when it comes to the ultimate fast-food showdown, are you a Whopper fan, or is it the Big Mac all the way? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Flip Phone Revival
1w ago00:40:04Tap to summarizeBradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea: Schools across the country are trying to crack down on cell phone use, but some students are finding ways around the rules by putting fake phones in lockers while keeping their real ones with them. If the goal is safety and staying connected, should parents consider giving younger kids basic flip phones instead of smartphones loaded with apps, games, and social media? Bradley discussed whether school phone bans are the answer or if families need to rethink the devices they’re giving their kids.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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