NightSide With Dan Rea

Continued conversation about how Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty in federal court to two stalking charges tied to the 2024 killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, admitting that he shot Thompson in Manhattan. Mangione faces up to life in prison, but he still faces a separate murder case in New York state court. His attorneys are now asking the state court to dismiss those charges, arguing that prosecuting him twice for the same killing violates double-jeopardy protections. Listen in!

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Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty in federal court to two stalking charges tied to the 2024 killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, admitting that he shot Thompson in Manhattan. Mangione faces up to life in prison, but he still faces a separate murder case in New York state court. His attorneys are now asking the state court to dismiss those charges, arguing that prosecuting him twice for the same killing violates double-jeopardy protections. Listen in!

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Lawrence Mayor Brian DePeña is facing federal charges after prosecutors allege he fraudulently obtained more than $1.5 million in COVID-19 relief loans and used the money for personal expenses, including taxes and mortgages. The allegations raise serious questions about how pandemic aid was distributed and whether enough safeguards were in place to prevent fraud. Dan took a closer look at the case.

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Every now and then, we here at NightSide like to ask listeners to call in with topic suggestions. This was one such night. What subjects or guests would you like us to cover?

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Every now and then, we here at Nightside like to ask listeners to call in with topic suggestions. This was one such night. What subjects or guests would you like us to cover?

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Surrogacy can be an incredible way to help people become parents, but what happens when a surrogate and the intended parents fundamentally disagree over a pregnancy or the baby’s medical care? A new Texas case highlights just how complicated these arrangements can become when questions of medical decisions, parental rights, contracts, and state laws collide. Dan talked with Kelli David, Client Director at Ivy Surrogacy, who provided an overview of the surrogacy process, from finding a surrogate to understanding the risks.

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A man was fatally stabbed during a fight at Boston’s South Station yesterday, and today, two people were taken to the hospital after a stabbing on Lancaster Street in Boston’s West End. These incidents come as Boston’s homicide rate has seemingly tripled from January through May to June through August. Babak Bina, who owns nearly 10 restaurants and bars in Downtown Crossing, would like to see foot-patrol officers in the area to help cut down on crime. Bina joined Dan to discuss!

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There is currently no national policy governing AI use in schools, so states and school districts are largely on their own when it comes to how AI should be taught in America. The Kennedy Institute brought together two students from every state to develop a plan for teaching young people how to use AI responsibly, thoughtfully, and effectively. Dan welcomed Jeff Riley, former Massachusetts Commissioner of Elementary and Secondary Education and co-founder and senior advisor of “Day of AI,” who talked about what these students developed during the America’s Youth AI Festival in Boston.

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We often think we need better time management, but the real problem may be how we manage ourselves, especially when it comes to stress and self-doubt. Emotional reactions and internal friction can drain more time than a busy schedule ever could. Dan welcomed Neal Schore, founder and CEO of 25th Hour Group and author of The 25th Hour: How to Thrive (And Gain Ridiculous Amounts of Time) by Getting Out of Your Own Way, who offers advice on becoming more confident, resilient, and in control while overcoming challenges like impostor syndrome.

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Robocalls are making a comeback, and some area codes are being hit harder than others, according to data from YouMail. The surge is a reminder that scammers and telemarketers are constantly changing tactics to get people to answer their calls, making it harder to know which calls are legitimate and which ones aren’t. Dan talked with Ethan Garr, Vice President of Consumer Growth at YouMail, about how to get those robocallers off your back and why the “Do Not Call” list doesn’t stop spam calls and texts.

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