NightSide With Dan Rea

A 31-year-old man is facing criminal charges following a fatal road rage confrontation. Authorities say Timothy Scalisi has been charged with manslaughter after allegedly lifting a 23-year-old man and forcefully throwing him to the ground during an altercation. Responding officers found the victim disoriented and vomiting at the scene. He succumbed to his injuries two days later. When tempers flare on the road, where should we draw the line before things go too far?

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Despite the high level of excitement surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches in Massachusetts, demand for short-term rentals remains low. Many property owners listing on Airbnb were expecting instant bookings, even for properties listed at more than $30,000 per week. The reality is that international travelers appear to be seeking stays of fewer than three nights at rates below $300 per night. David Cutler, Real Estate Agent at William Raveis, joined Dan to discuss.

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Dan had a bad day when his cell phone stopped working. With so much of our lives on our phones, Dan asked if you've ever had your phone destroyed or broken beyond repair.

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Oyster farmer and combat veteran Graham Platner remains the front-runner in the Maine Democratic primary, despite allegations of misconduct toward women and controversy surrounding a tattoo associated with a Nazi symbol. Maine voters' opinions are mixed, with some saying that Platner's personal life has no bearing on his policies, while others argue that his political mission is sincere and that is why they are supporting him.

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President Donald Trump walked out of an NBC "Meet the Press" interview with Kristen Welker after she questioned him about compensation for alleged victims of government "weaponization" and challenged his claims that the California primaries and the 2020 election were "dirty" and "rigged." After a tense back-and-forth exchange, Trump said, "Let's call it quits because I've had enough," and left the set. Welker later said Trump agreed to sit down for another interview at an undisclosed time.

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Brian Shortsleeve is on a mission to fix what’s broken in Massachusetts. The former head of the MBTA is running for governor of Massachusetts and is focused on fiscal reform and government efficiency. At a recent press conference, Shortsleeve said that, if elected, he would block funding for the Legislature in an effort to force compliance with Auditor Diana DiZoglio’s probe, which was overwhelmingly approved by voters in 2024. Shortsleeve checked in with Nightside. 

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If you were trapped on a deserted Island, what item would you bring with you to help you get by until you’re rescued?

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The Red Sox demoted Brayan Bello, a starting pitcher after a series of recent struggles, including the final straw Thursday when the pitcher gave up 6 runs in the first inning alone against the Orioles. Bello is being sent down to Worcester's Triple A. The pitcher has been defensive when asked about his struggles and told reporters that he is not interested in working through his struggles in Triple-A Worcester saying, "I’m thinking about making my adjustments in the big leagues…I have a big-league contract, that doesn’t mean the bosses will take a position or not, taking that into consideration, but I’m a big leaguer...and I’ll make my adjustments here.”

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The Trump Administration's National Park Service plans to remove three quotes from the Bunker Hill Monument in Charlestown. The quotes being removed include comments on slavery, war, and immigrants. The removal of the three quotes comes just ahead of the 251st anniversary of the monument on June 17th. Is the removal at all warranted or a clear depiction of censorship of American history? Sen. Ed Markey is outraged about the removal saying, "real Americans’ patriotism doesn’t need censorship to survive, American patriotism is backed by our freedom to speak and be heard.” Do you agree? Dan tends to agree with Sen. Markey and discussed it further.

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8:05PM: Gallup reports that nearly half of college students say AI has made them reconsider their majors. Should students choose majors based on industry trends? Or is it better to find the right fit for their natural talents and strengths despite what's popular?

Guest: Alix Hogu - author of From Hidden to Limitless: The Secret to Reaching Your Highest Potential, is a mentor with over 20 years of professional coaching experience, specializing in confidence building and discovering natural talents.

8:15PM: A Journey of Honor: Flag Sojourn 250. The Barnstable County Sheriff’s Office is honored to host Flag Sojourn 250, a solemn year-long tribute celebrating our flag, nation, its people, and the enduring spirit of unity and service.

Guest: Sheriff Donna Buckley – Barnstable County Sheriff 

8:30PM: Ever had someone in your life stuck who cannot get out of their own way with unhealthy habits? What is it that stops or gets people in your life to change, and why is it so hard?

Guest: Kristy Ellmer – co-author of the book: How Change Really Works & managing partner and director at the Boston Consulting Group. 

8:45PM: Extended Weekend Weather Forecast. What you can expect.

Guest: Brian Thompson – AccuWeather Meteorologist

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