NightSide With Dan Rea

Sen. Elizabeth Warren delivered a speech this week on lowering housing costs, capping credit card rates, as well as discussing the Democratic Party losing in 2024 saying that the party should not back down from progressive policies as some suggest is the reason they lost the election. Dan agrees with Warren and thinks the Democratic Party should not change their priorities or policies. Warran also called out Pres. Trump during her speech, to which the president personally called her later that day. We discussed Warren's speech, the conversation between the senator and president and whether you agree or disagree with Sen. Warren's statements.

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December ’41 is a historical thriller that takes place in the first weeks of the Second World War and takes the reader on a journey across the U.S. on a manhunt for a German agent who’s planning to kill FDR on the night he lights the National Christmas Tree. Boston based author William Martin joined Dan to discuss his riveting new novel!

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We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!

THE POWER OF THE PAUSE: 90 Seconds to Calm, Reset, and Reconnect.
Guest: Jillian Pransky – Author & mindfulness teacher & Yoga therapist

5 Ways to Use AI for a Healthier 2026. Accessible AI tools and affordable wearables can simplify healthy habits rather than overwhelm people.

New Book: Better Health with AI: Simple Steps to Real Results
Guest: Dr. Earl J. Campazzi, Jr, a Johns Hopkins–trained preventive medicine physician with 35+ years of clinical experience and four board certifications

Why you should put down your phone and daydream instead
Guest: Maggie Penman – WaPo Reporter

In reversal, U.S. loosens guidance on alcohol
Guest: David Ovalle – WaPo Reporter that focuses on opioids and addiction

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There are ongoing protests in Iran over the Islamic Republic’s economic state, which is in a state of crisis following a record currency fall against the U.S. dollar. Experts say a 40% inflation rate led to public discontent. The country’s crackdown on protests has led to over 500 deaths so far. Will the U.S. intervene? President Trump said while Iran has called for a meeting to negotiate, the U.S. may have to act because of what’s happening before the meeting. What do you think? 

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There are ongoing protests in Iran over the Islamic Republic’s economic state, which is in a state of crisis following a record currency fall against the U.S. dollar. Experts say a 40% inflation rate led to public discontent. The country’s crackdown on protests has led to over 500 deaths so far. Will the U.S. intervene? President Trump said while Iran has called for a meeting to negotiate, the U.S. may have to act because of what’s happening before the meeting. Boston College political science professor Ali Banuazizi, who studies and teaches Iran’s social history and contemporary domestic politics and foreign relations, joined us to discuss the ongoing tensions in Iran!

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Marcel Vernon, the former CEO of the MCCA, was brought in to lead the organization with the goal of prioritizing inclusivity and equity after allegations of racial bias and discrimination publicly surfaced. Marcel resigned from his position just over a year after being on the job. The Joint Committee on Racial Equity, Civil Rights and Inclusion held a public hearing last week, which Marcel testified at, focusing on the MCCA’s efforts to curb issues related to racial discrimination. Marcel stopped by to discuss his year with the MCCA and why he chose to walk away.

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We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!

With the new year, comes new resolutions with people looking to lose weight…BBB Scam Alert: Use caution when searching for weight loss products online.
Guest: Paula Fleming - Chief Marketing and Sales Officer Better Business Bureau - Boston

Recap of the Patriots win over the LA Chargers as the Pats enter the postseason.
Guest: Chris Price – Boston Globe sports reporter

There is growing demand across the country for high schools to prepare students to manage their finances in real life by making personal finance classes a requirement before graduating.
Guest: Billy Hensley - Ph.D., President and CEO, National Endowment for Financial Education (NEFE) – a nonprofit focused on financial education

How real food, rest, movement, and connection to the natural world can restore vitality to animals and people alike. Healing is less about complex drugs and more about returning to life’s essentials.
Guest: Dr. Doug Coward - Veterinarian and author of “In Healing Both Ends of the Leash”

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Where is the most exotic place you’ve ever visited or the farthest place away from America that you’ve been to? What was it like? Over the holiday break, Dan had the opportunity to visit one of the most exotic places he’d ever been to. Dan shared a little about his trip and wanted to hear about the farthest place you’ve been as well!

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In the last two weeks, a lot has happened in the world! The U.S. military raided the capital city of Venezuela and captured President Maduro and his wife, bringing them to the U.S. to face federal drug trafficking charges. Since then, there have been many questions over America’s acquisition of Venezuelan oil. Dan shared his thoughts on all that has transpired with Venezuela, and invited listeners to share their thoughts

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In the last two weeks, a lot has happened in the world! The U.S. military raided the capital city of Venezuela and captured President Maduro and his wife, bringing them to the U.S. to face federal drug trafficking charges. Since then, there have been many questions over America’s acquisition of Venezuelan oil. Dan shared his thoughts on all that has transpired with Venezuela and invited listeners to share their thoughts.

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