NightSide With Dan Rea

Officials in Maine and Colorado have already barred former President Donald Trump’s name from primary election ballots due to his involvement on Jan. 6th. Now, similar efforts are underway in Illinois and Massachusetts. Should Trump’s name be removed from primary election ballots? Why or why not?

We started with Jeff Herman, Editor-in-Chief of LawnStarter and sister brand, Try Home Gnome to look at the shocking study that lists 2024s most lead paint vulnerable cities and Somerville, MA being the 8th most.

Then Dr. Tirrell De Gannes from the Thriving Center of Psychology looked at the equally shocking study that says 93% of Gen Zers and Millennials are focusing on mental health in 2024, with 3 in 4 seeking therapy for anxiety or depression.

Up next, Duston Whitney and his book "Demographic Deception-Exposing the Overpopulation Myth and Building a Resilient Future"


And finally, Nancy Schultz, Chair of the Swampscott Historical Commission who advocates to Save historic General Glover farmhouse from demolition.

The USA Junior National Hockey Team celebrated their win against Sweden by enthusiastically singing the National Anthem.

We’ve seen the emergence of electric vehicles on the roadways over the last decade and their popularity has only grown, mainly for being eco-friendly. When will the mainstream public be ready to change from fossil fuel automobiles to electric vehicles? When will gas-powered vehicles be phased out?

Our guest this hour: Mike Giaimo, New England Head of the Petroleum Institute.

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey announced that due to a lower-than-expected tax revenue collection of about $1 billion less in 2024, her administration is cutting $375 million in spending for the state. Healey said the cuts won’t impact school funding or local aid, nor are state officials planning to lay off any government employees. What will the cuts affect?

This hour- Danielle Dallas Roosa, Founder of Back to Space discussed the first U.S. moon landing in 50 years.

Dr. Paul Offit on the recent measles outbreak in Philadelphia.

Then, Matt Lundquist explained why so many New Year’s Resolutions fail.

And finally, Axios Boston Reporter Steph Solis discussed antisemitic hate crimes hitting a record high in Boston.

After a tough 4-13 football season for the New England Patriots, one must wonder if Sunday was coach Bill Belichick’s last game. Is a change in leadership inevitable? Will Belichick decide to retire? What does the future hold for Belichick and what would you like to see happen for your New England Patriots?

After a tough 4-13 football season for the New England Patriots, one must wonder if Sunday was coach Bill Belichick’s last game. Is a change in leadership inevitable? Will Belichick decide to retire? What does the future hold for Belichick and what would you like to see happen for your New England Patriots?

New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu recently endorsed Republican candidate for president, Nikki Haley. Gov. Sununu will join Dan this evening to discuss a variety of topics including why he’s endorsed Haley.

Accuweather Meteorologist Bob Larson with this past weekend’s storm and upcoming rainstorm on Wednesday.

Kevin Stewart - Director of Environmental Health, Advocacy and Public Policy for American Lung Association alerted us of high levels of cancer causing radon gas, which was detected in 21.8% of Massachusetts homes.

Then, What is swatting and is it on the rise? With criminologist Dr. Alex del Carmen.

And finally, David T. Goethel discussed his book, Endangered Species - Chronicles of a New England Fisherman