Kari Young returns to NightSide to connect you with your loved ones on the “other side.” Tune in tonight as she conducts readings for other callers, reaching out to loved ones they wish to speak with again.

Famed comic and actor Aziz Ansari, best known for his work in the shows Parks and Recreation and Master of None, the latter of which he received a Golden Globe award, is under fire for being accused of sexual misconduct on a date. CNN and HLN anchor Ashleigh Banfield defended Aziz and harshly criticized Katie Way, the reporter who broke the story about Aziz’s date. Dan will review the allegation and timeline of events for you to weigh in on this issue. Do you believe Aziz was completely in the wrong, or was his accuser unjustly using the #MeToo movement for their interactions?

A potential government shutdown looms if Congress doesn’t approve new funding. President Trump has spoken with Senator Schumer to see if a compromise could be made, but as of now, no deal has been reached. An impasse lies around both parties not being on the same page in regards to immigration. If the shutdown is to happen, more than 800,000 “non-essential” federal workers would be furloughed. Do you think this will be resolved before midnight?

President Trump’s doctor actually held a press conference this week, in part to put to rest rumors regarding the President’s physical and mental health. After delivering his report of a clean bill of health, Dr. Ronny Jackson fielded questions from the media. Despite his consistent statements that the President was in excellent health and has very good genes, media members continued to press him on the President’s mental health and overall wellness. Are you surprised to see such scrutiny over a President’s physical? Or is this just another example of mainstream media’s anti-Trump bias?

As part of our ongoing WBZ Cares series, we take some time once a month to recognize a local charitable organization and the good work they do in the Greater Boston area. This month, WBZ is featuring the Greater Boston Food Bank. Tonight, Dan is joined in studio by Catherine D’Amato, President of the Greater Boston Food Bank. She’ll talk about the history of the organization, some upcoming events to watch out for, and how you can find out more or get involved.

Experts predicted last fall that this year’s flu season would be especially bad. So far, those predictions have been right on the money. To top it off, some projections have estimated that this year’s version of the flu shot could be merely ten percent effective in warding off the disease. For the first time ever, the CDC has officially declared that the flu is “widespread” in every single continental U.S. state. Earlier this week in Texas, an entire school district shut down due to flu concerns. So why is this year such a tough year for the flu? Dr. Larry Madoff, Director of the Division of Epidemiology and Immunization for the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, joins Dan in the NightSide studio to talk about why the flu has hit so hard this year, whether it’s too late to get your flu shot, and how to prevent or limit your exposure. Has the flu hit your house or workplace this year?

So much of our interaction with each other now takes place on social media sites like Facebook and Twitter. But do you ever stop and think about how much privacy you are giving up by using those services? Do you worry about privacy when you post online? Are you creeped out when you see specific targeted ads pop up that are based on something you searched for or recently purchased? Is giving up some privacy just a necessary evil that comes with the increased access and communication these platforms offer?

It’s pretty easy to understand how advancements in technology can help doctors diagnose and treat their patients more effectively. But our progress and innovation also presents an opportunity for patients to become more informed and involved in their healthcare. Dr. Joseph Kvedar, VP of Connected Health at Partners HealthCare, joins Dan in studio to talk about these developments and to take your calls.

Governor Baker has unveiled a new proposal that would allow authorities to force drug addicts to undergo seventy-two hours of treatment, regardless of whether they consent to it or not. While some think this could be an effective tool in fighting the opioid epidemic, others are concerned that this could do more harm than good, and violates individual rights. Joycelyn Woods, Executive Director of the National Alliance on Medication Assisted Recovery (NAMA Recovery), checks in to explain why she believes this is a step in the wrong direction. Do you think authorities should be able to force addicts to undergo treatment?

Comments that President Trump reportedly made last week while debating the immigration issue included a vulgar term that the President allegedly used to describe certain countries. While most networks did not broadcast the term uncensored, CNN’s coverage over the following twenty-four hours included almost two hundred uses of the word. Do you think the network’s coverage went overboard? Should news broadcasts censor harsh language, even if it is used by the President himself?