NightSide With Dan Rea

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Where do we stand in Massachusetts with the current EEE threat?

Samantha Gross of the Boston Globe joined on how voter turnout was in the Bay State's primary election.


Then, Boston College upsets Florida State University! Dan Shaughnessy of the Boston Globe joined Gary to discuss!

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Gary Tanguay filled in on NightSide:

Most of us strive to be kind and compassionate in our communications with others, but sometimes we unintentionally fall short. There are 6 common phrases you may not realize are condescending, and to straighten it all out is seasoned psychotherapist Dr. Elisabeth Crain!

Gary Tanguay filled in on NightSide:

Have you had a chance to check out this crime comedy drama television series? The Righteous Gemstones follows a televangelist family with a reputation of deviance and greed alongside their charitable work. Hollywood screenwriter and producer Chris Pappas chatted with Gary about this comedic gem.

Gary Tanguay filled in on NightSide:

It’s almost time to vote for a new president, so what better time to take a look at our past ones?! What makes for a great leader and which presidents were exactly that? Allan Lichtman, Distinguished Professor of History at American University, talked with Gary about some of our outstanding presidents.

Gary Tanguay filled in on NightSide:

You may be surprised that you are! We all want our kids to grow up comfortable and safe, but those actions can lead to anxiety and stress in our children. Licensed Professional Counselor Michelle Dean chatted with Gary about what exactly constitutes "overparenting."

For the last couple of months now, Dan has been conducting a snap poll in the 20th Hour on the last Friday of every month, asking NightSide listeners who they would vote for President at this moment in time. A lot has happened in the last month including RFK Jr. suspending his campaign and endorsing Trump and VP Harris giving her first interview. With that being said, has your vote changed? For whom would you vote?

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Somerville’s Central Library has been forced to close its doors for two hours every weekday after a recent history of continued unruly behavior by rowdy teenagers. Somerville City Councilor Kristen Strezo said this decision came after a year in which library staff complained about rampant misbehavior including reports of teens lighting firecrackers, getting into fights, and disturbing fellow peers. Councilor Strezo joined Dan to discuss the closure.

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The Boston College and NHL communities are mourning the tragic death of hockey star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother, also a former BC hockey player, Matthew Gaudreau. The two brothers died Thursday while bicycling in New Jersey, when they were struck by a vehicle driven by an alleged drunk driver. Johnny was a superstar hockey player who led the Eagles to the Frozen Four in his junior season and was named the 2014 Hobey Baker Award Winner. Gaudreau went on to play in the NHL as a high scoring forward. We discussed this tragedy and the appropriate punishment for the alleged drunk driver.


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In this Nightside News Update we chatted with: 

Jim McBride – Boston Globe Sportswriter: Brought us the story of Olympic medalist Xiyu Lin who hopes to shine in Boston’s LPGA event in her adopted home area.

Larry Edelman – Boston Globe Columnist: Discussed the influx of job hunters pushing Massachusetts unemployment to its highest level in four years.

Taxi To America - A Greek Orphan’s Adoption Journey with Stella Nahatis – Author.

Local Pianist Mark Davis has 35 years of experience and turned his life around during COVID. Now does live piano streams & plays gigs full time.

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Up until Thursday, Vice President Kamala Harris has not done an in-depth interview or news conference since replacing President Biden atop the Democrats' national ticket. What questions would you ask her about her campaign or any past or present issues?