Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for August 3 2026. Stephen Pina, Brockton School Committee member, discusses plans for Brockton’s new high school, educational spending, and the future of the city’s public schools. Francis Crimmins, candidate for Governor’s Council (2nd District), joins us to talk about his campaign and why, after decades serving Massachusetts as a judge, attorney, and public servant, he believes the Governor’s Council should prioritize qualifications, accountability, and public safety. Korey Welch , one of three Republican candidates in the September 1 Plymouth County Commissioner Primary, shares why he’s running and discusses the issues shaping his campaign. Eileen Isola, lead writer of the newly released book Necessary Turbulence: Fifty Years, One Unbreakable Sisterhood Forged in the Crucible of the Air Force Academy, reflects on the groundbreaking legacy of the first women admitted to the U.S. Air Force Academy in 1976. Drawing on the stories of 108 contributors spanning five decades, the book chronicles the courage, sacrifice, and determination of the women who helped reshape the U.S. military while opening doors for future generations.

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Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for July 27 2026. Congressman Stephen Lynch joins the program to discuss the latest developments from Washington, D.C., the renewed conflict involving Iran and its potential impact on fuel prices. Plus his campaign as he faces a Democratic challenger in the upcoming September primary. Melissa Cook, Chairperson of Abington COPES, shares details on the 5th Annual Abington COPES 5K Road Race & Walk coming up on September 20, along with an update on the effort to establish a Youth Center in Abington. Plymouth County Commissioner Sandra Wright, one of three Republican candidates in the September 1 Republican Primary, provides a county government update, reflects on the recent candidate forum, and discusses her campaign for reelection. New York Times bestselling author Dave Wedge discusses his new book, Blizzard of Lies: Karen Read, John O’Keefe, and the Shocking Unsolved Murder in Cop Town, USA, offering insight into one of Massachusetts’ most closely followed criminal cases.

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Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for July 20 2026. A 16-year manhunt. A notorious Boston gangster. One unforgettable six-hour FBI debrief. This week on an abbreviated Monday Night Talk with Kevin Tocci on 95.9FM WATD features veteran Boston 25 reporter Bob Ward and retired FBI Agent Richard Teahan discuss their new book, Face to Face with Whitey Bulger—taking you inside the capture and extraordinary interrogation of Boston’s most notorious gangster. 

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Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for July 13 2026. It’s a special, abbreviated edition of Monday Night Talk with Kevin Tocci this Monday on 95.9FM WATD before WATD’s political forum takes over the airwaves! We’ll tackle some of the biggest issues facing Massachusetts with Paul Craney, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance, discussing the Supreme Judicial Court’s rejection of the income tax ballot question and Governor Healey’s proposal to use state pension funds for economic development grants. Then, meet Anthony O’Brien Sr., candidate for Plymouth County Commissioner, as he shares why he’s running and why the salaries of county commissioners and other elected officials are front and center in his campaign.

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Welcome to Monday Night Talk's State House report for July 6, 2026, which is proudly sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass. This segment features State Senator John Keenan, who discusses the $750,000 he secured for the district, the pending FY2027 state budget and honoring Abington veterans Peter & Janice Walters. 

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Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for July 6, 2026. This week’s guests includes State Senator John Keenan with the State House Report, which is proudly sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass, discusses the $750,000 he secured for the district, the pending FY2027 state budget and honoring Abington veterans Peter & Janice Walters. Richard Rosen, a local realtor, talks about redeveloping Plymouth’s former Salvation Army building into new condominiums while preserving a historic landmark. Rosemary Aahanna-Hill, a Whitman-Hanson Regional School Committee member and Democratic candidate, shares insight on her campaign for the 7th Plymouth District State Representative seat. Finally, Brockton Fire Chief Brian Nardelli and Whitman Fire Chief Tim Clancy discuss the evolving fire service as Chief Nardelli begins his term as the 104th President of the Fire Chiefs Association of Massachusetts and Chief Clancy reflects on his 35-year career ahead of his retirement.

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Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for June 29, 2026. This week, we’re celebrating America’s birthday by taking a look at where we’ve been… and where Massachusetts is headed. Plymouth County Sheriff Joe McDonald returns with his annual Independence Day conversation, separating historical fact from fiction while discussing America 250 celebrations and how the Pilgrims helped lay the foundation for the movement that ultimately led to the Revolutionary War.

Republican gubernatorial candidate Mike Minogue joins us to tackle the issues dominating the campaign trail, including affordability, the housing crisis, state spending, soaring energy costs, municipal aid, and much more.

Then, grab your tricorn hat as Sgt. Ben Rabinovitz of the Hingham Militia; 2nd Suffolk - 1st Company of Foote, shares what it’s like bringing history to life through Revolutionary War reenactments, previews Hingham’s Independence Day festivities, and highlights the many America 250 events keeping our nation’s story alive.From the Pilgrims to politics—and maybe even a few musket stories along the way— it’s a program packed with history, insight, and conversation you won’t want to miss.

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Welcome to Monday Night Talk's State House Report for June 22, 2026, which is proudly sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass and features State Representative Joan Meschino. Rep. Meschino provides updates on her community media legislation and the newly approved FY2027 Massachusetts budget.

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Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for June 22, 2026. This week's  show begins with the State House Report, which is proudly sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass, features State Representative Joan Meschino  who provides updates on her community media legislation and the newly approved FY2027 Massachusetts budget. Political strategist Greg Maynard of Maynard Strategies breaks down the recent Massachusetts Democratic Convention and the Supreme Judicial Court’s decision to keep a proposed income tax ballot question off the 2026 ballot. Author and legal scholar Gloria J. Browne-Marshall discusses the inaugural Martyrs Day, a national day of remembrance honoring protesters and activists who gave their lives in the pursuit of social justice. Then, a little fairy dust and political satire! Elysium Ellis and Lucio Faria from the Maenad Theatre Troupe join us to preview their upcoming production of Iolanthe, or the Peer and the Peri, Gilbert and Sullivan’s whimsical operetta that proves politics has been ripe for satire for well over a century.

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Welcome to Monday Night Talk's State House Report for June 15, 2026, which is proudly sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass and features State Representative Ken Sweezey. Rep. Sweezey joins the show to discuss the House’s passage of H. 5469, the controversial “Transparency Bill” that critics say could significantly limit the State Auditor’s ability to audit the Legislature and restrict access to the courts regarding public records disputes.

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