NightSide With Dan Rea

There is a new bill introduced in Massachusetts that if passed would limit the number of self-checkout stations at grocery stores. State Senator Paul Feeney introduced a bill limiting grocery stores to eight self-checkout stations and requiring a staffed lane for every two self-checkout machines open. When shopping, how often do you use self-checkout? How would you feel if this bill were passed and the number of stations was capped at 8 per grocery store? Sen. Feeney joined us this evening to discuss!

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We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! For one of our segments this evening, we talked about the unique story behind All Saints Way in Boston’s North End!

Stephanie Brinley steps into new role as Zoo New England's President & CEO, now overseeing both Franklin Park Zoo in Boston and Stone Zoo in Stoneham.
Guest: Stephanie Brinley – President & CEO of Zoo New England

"AIxiety" in Massachusetts: State Ranks 3rd in U.S. for AI Job Security Fears, according to new study.
Guest: Dr. Jasmine Escalera - PhD -career expert with Zety(a pro career site)

The story of All Saints Way in the North End. Part of the cleanup/renovation efforts includes an upcoming service & dedication Saturday Nov. 1st at 4pm lead by Father Michael of St. Leonards.
Guest: Gary Rizzuto – painter by trade, who took on the task of cleaning up and overseeing All Saints Way in the North End

Celtics fail to rebound from early-season struggles and lose again, to the Jalen Duren-powered Pistons.
Guest: Gary Washburn – Boston Globe Celtics reporter

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Online ordering is commonplace nowadays. It's the way many of us shop and purchase items. It's convenient with the busy lives many of us live and Dan is no different. When ordering something online this past weekend, Dan had an experience he never had before and shared his story with the audience and gave some consumer advice. Do you prefer online shopping or in person shopping? We talked about the ways that society shops today compared to the past.

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Online ordering is commonplace nowadays. It's the way many of us shop and purchase items. It's convenient with the busy lives many of us live and Dan is no different. When ordering something online this past weekend, Dan had an experience he never had before and shared his story with the audience and gave some consumer advice. Do you prefer online shopping or in person shopping? We talked about the ways that society shops today compared to the past.

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Former U.S. Senator John Sununu is back and he’s looking to be the next U.S. Senator representing New Hampshire as the former senator launched his election campaign last week. Sununu previously served in the U.S. Senate from 2003 to 2009. What made him decide to enter the Senate race up in New Hampshire? John Sununu joined us this evening on NightSide to talk about his campaign and took your calls!

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We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! For one of our segments this evening, we talked about the rare black and orange lobster caught off the coast of Massachusetts! The odds of catching one are believed to be only one in 30 million! 

October is National Pizza Month. Here are 17 standout slices around Boston.
Guest: Kara Baskin – Boston Globe Reporter

Discovery Museum in Massachusetts launched a Grandparent Ambassador Program and is trying to bring their museum on the road to even more schools in Massachusetts.
Guest: Marie Beam - CEO of Discovery Museum in Massachusetts

A New study finds traffic congestion reached unprecedented levels in 2024 with the average American losing 63 hours per year sitting in traffic when trying to get to their destinations!
Guest: Dan Mazella – Operations Director for the Boston Division of Total Traffic & Weather Network & Traffic reporter

A very rare black and orange lobster (calico) was found off the coast of MA! Odds of catching one are believed to be only one in 30 million! Lobster is now at the Marine Science Center in Nahant.
Guest: Sierra Munoz – Outreach Program Coordinator at the Marine Science Center & The Coastal Sustainability Institute at Northeastern University

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Trump has been criticized for a number of his controversial actions while in office. For example, some actions include, ICE enforcements, attacks on Venezuelan boats allegedly carrying drugs, proposed tariffs and yet none of those actions seem to stick. Is Trump a Teflon president?

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Today’s inflation is lower than expected for the month of September, which is good news for the economy. The inflation rate is holding steady at 3%. What does that mean exactly for consumers? Dan broke down the numbers and discussed why the Consumer Price Index Report is good news.

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We kick off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!

The Boston Dragons Senior Pro Pickleball Team – Upcoming event at Eleveno Pickleball at Patriots Place this Weekend.
Guest: Michael Tow – Owner of the Boston Dragons Pickleball Team


'Nobody's spending $17 on an egg sandwich': Restaurant owners say inflation forcing tough menu choices.
Guest: Nick Neonakis – franchise expert - heads up The Franchise Consulting Company and The Great American Franchise EXPO. He's the author of “The Franchise MBA”


City of Boston Launches 2026 Swim Safe Boston Grant - $400,000 in funding available to help nonprofits expand free swim lessons to youth across the city.
Guest: Jose Masso - Chief of Human Services for the City of Boston


The government shutdown has created uncertainty and is entering the third-longest funding lapse in modern history. How does the shutdown impact the general public?
Guest: David Shapiro – Financial planner, Regional Director of Wealth at Johnson Brunetti

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October is National Pizza Month! The observance began in October of 1984 and was initiated by Gerry Durnell, the publisher of Pizza Today magazine. In honor of national pizza month, we asked the audience what their favorite pizza shop is and why!

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