NightSide With Dan Rea

George Vaill is known as the “free advice” guy in Cambridge’s Harvard Square. Vaill plops himself down on a folding chair with a large sign attached to it that reads, “Free Advice Offered or Accepted”. For just a few minutes Vaill will listen to you and offer help in return for no charge. He has become quite an attraction! Vaill joined Dan to share his story and give “free advice” to the NightSide listeners!

Former President Donald Trump was arraigned Tuesday in a Miami federal courthouse on 37 felony counts related to his alleged mishandling of classified documents. What do we know? Trump plead not guilty to all counts. Dan brought you the latest on the former President’s indictment.

A Cato Institute poll asked Americans, “Would you favor or oppose the government installing surveillance cameras in every household to reduce domestic violence, abuse, and other illegal activity?” The results show that while 75% overall oppose, about 3 in 10 young Americans support the cameras. Does that surprise you? Where do you come down in this poll?

Marianne Williamson is a bestselling author, political activist, and “spiritual thought leader.” Williamson says she has firsthand knowledge of how our current system is failing millions of Americans and believes her forty-year career of facilitating personal and systems transformation makes her a good Presidential candidate for 2024. Williamson joined Dan to discuss her campaign and take your calls!

Former President Donald Trump was arraigned Tuesday in a Miami federal courthouse on 37 felony counts related to his alleged mishandling of classified documents. What do we know? Trump plead not guilty to all counts. Dan brought you the latest on the former President’s indictment.

Former President Donald Trump is set to appear before a Miami federal court on Tuesday to address the criminal charges made against him that involve his handling of classified documents. What can we expect? How is Trump’s defense team preparing? Miami authorities are bracing for protests. Miami’s chief of police says their force can handle a crowd of up to 50k. Dan heard listners' thoughts.

Former President Donald Trump is set to appear before a Miami federal court on Tuesday to address the criminal charges made against him that involve his handling of classified documents. What can we expect? How is Trump’s defense team preparing? Miami authorities are bracing for protests. Miami’s chief of police says their force can handle a crowd of up to 50k. Dan heard listeners' thoughts.

The trial for Emanuel Lopes, the individual accused of killing Weymouth Police Sgt. Michael Chesna and innocent bystander Vera Adams began last week. Lopes faces eleven charges including two counts of murder. Dan asked, should there be a death penalty for cop killers?

Monday, Arlington public schools were delayed by an hour due to bear sightings! The sightings came one day after a black bear was spotted and caught on video in a yard in Newton. Officials are not sure if it’s the same bear in both Newton and Arlington. With only a distance of seven miles between the two towns, officials say it’s possible the bear traveled that distance overnight… Why are we seeing bear(s) in unusual locations? MassWildlife’s Assistant Director of Wildlife Michael Huguenin joined Dan to discuss.

Jordan Rich filled in on NightSide:

It’s Emmy season and that means Emmy voters are in the midst of nominating the best standout TV shows of the last year. Which show deserves to be recognized? Which series should not be overlooked? Listeners called in to share their must watch TV show of the last year and what they recommend binge watching!