Nightside With Dan Rea

Two staff members of the Israeli Embassy in Washington, D.C. were shot and killed while leaving an event at the Capitol Jewish Museum hosted by the American Jewish Committee. The staffers, who the Israel’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs named as Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim, were a couple who officials say were soon to be engaged. A suspect has been named, a 30-year-old Chicago native who shouted “Free, Free Palestine” as he was being arrested. We discussed the tragic incident with Benny Sharoni, Consul General of Israel to New England.Listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the NEW iHeart Radio app and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Kennealy is a former Baker Administration official who served as the former governor’s housing and economic development secretary and now is running as a republican for governor of Massachusetts. Kennealy is not surprised by State Auditor Diana DiZoglio’s report on the audit into the MA emergency shelter system that found “mismanagement” and oversight of spending on food, transportation, and housing costs, saying he warned Gov. Healey’s and her team about the rising demand for state run shelter services back in the Fall of 2022. Kennealy joined us on NightSide to discuss his gubernatorial campaign and the issues he’s running on.Listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the NEW iHeart Radio app and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! Michelle MacLean – Special Education Teacher & Author/Illustrator of a book/graphic novel called “Abilities” about children with learning and social disabilities trying to navigate school, life and friendships joined Dan.Jackie Cushman - President of the Adams Memorial Commission discussed the ongoing efforts to erect a memorial to honor the late President John Adams.Bob Lawler - Regional Vice President & General Manager of Boston Harbor City Cruises discussed New England Aquarium Whale Watch Partners With Boston Harbor City Cruises for 2025 Season.Rob Collings – President of the American Heritage Museum checked in with Dan to discuss the American Heritage Museum WWII Memorial Day Festivities – Includes WWII Tank Demonstrations.Listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the NEW iHeart Radio app and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’ve seen more and more reports of brazen behavior from coyotes over the last couple of years. We’ve talked about the coyotes in Nahant terrorizing residents and pets, now we discuss the latest example of a coyote attacking a dog in Brookline. Local police are warning residents that coyotes can get bolder as they grow more comfortable in their surroundings. We talked to residents about their coyote experiences and discussed preventative measures! Listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the NEW iHeart Radio app and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’ve seen more and more reports of brazen behavior from coyotes over the last couple of years. We’ve talked about the coyotes in Nahant terrorizing residents and pets, now we discuss the latest example of a coyote attacking a dog in Brookline. Local police are warning residents that coyotes can get bolder as they grow more comfortable in their surroundings. We talked to residents about their coyote experiences and we discussed preventative measures!Listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the NEW iHeart Radio app and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MA State Auditor Diana DiZoglio completed an audit into the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities, which oversees the state’s emergency shelter system. The 74-page report came out with findings that include "mismanagement" and "failing to assess" the surging numbers" of migrants, and bungling oversight of spending on food, transportation, and housing costs. In addition to handing out no-bid contracts. State Auditor Diana DiZoglio joined us to discuss her report.Listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the NEW iHeart Radio app and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!The Salvation Army Announces Return of ‘Fly the Flag’ Program with Installation of 500 American Flags to Provide Support to Local Residents in Need - Salvation Army Milford Corps will install flags throughout Milford, Hopedale, and Mendon May 20-24. Major Kevin Polito - Corps Officer, Milford Corps Community Center - The Salvation Army, Massachusetts Division joined Dan to discuss.Comcast Rise to support 100 small businesses in Greater Boston - will award $3 Million in Grants to Local Small Businesses. Becca Fracassa - Director of Community Impact and the architect of Comcast RISE in Boston explained. A new, non-invasive technology using a device called TAMBE to treat a certain type of aortic aneurysm, that previously required major, open-heart surgery. First surgery using the device went successfully and could be a game changer. With Dr. Shivani Kumar - MD, Vascular Surgeon at Tufts Medical Ce

Monday evening on NightSide, we spoke about the HALO Act, a legislative bill aimed at creating a buffer zone for first responders to be able to conduct their job responsibilities without interference from bystanders and had MA Rep. Richard Wells on the program, a supporter of the bill who says the measure would keep police and bystanders safe. Some first amendment advocates disagree, calling the Act “dangerous.” One of their main arguments is that a buffer zone would make it more difficult for people to record police, which, in some instances, has provided evidence of misconduct. We heard what listeners had to say about the HALO Act.Listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the NEW iHeart Radio app and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday evening on NightSide, we spoke about the HALO Act, a legislative bill aimed at creating a buffer zone for first responders to be able to conduct their job responsibilities without interference from bystanders and had MA Rep. Richard Wells on the program, a supporter of the bill who says the measure would keep police and bystanders safe. Some first amendment advocates disagree, calling the Act “dangerous.” One of their main arguments is that a buffer zone would make it more difficult for people to record police, which, in some instances, has provided evidence of misconduct. Greg Sullivan, the president of the New England First Amendment Coalition joined us to explain.Listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the NEW iHeart Radio app and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brian Shortsleeve is a venture capitalist and former MBTA executive who is running for governor of Massachusetts as a Republican. Shortsleeve, a veteran who served with the Marine Corps, pledged to “restore fiscal responsibility to Massachusetts.” Top priorities for Shortsleeve include taxes, the MBTA housing law, government spending and managing the migrant crisis in MA. Brian Shortsleeve joined Dan to discuss his campaign!Listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the NEW iHeart Radio app and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!Journey Forward’s 15th Annual Casino Night – Thursday May 22nd – Journey Forward is a non-profit dedicated to bettering lives of those with paralysis. Christopher Knight – Actor (The Brady Bunch) & Host of This Year’s Casino Night joined Dan to discuss the event.What is a Michelin Star and what does it take to earn one? The Michelin Guide (a guide rating the best restaurants) is coming to Boston. Restaurants inspectors have been deployed to Boston this year. Will Gilson - Chef/Owner of Cambridge Street Hospitality Group stopped by.New clues point to why colorectal cancer is rising in young people. Trisha Pasricha - Ask a Doctor columnist for The Washington Post & instructor in medicine at Harvard Medical School & directs the Institute for Gut-Brain Research at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center checked in with Dan.Patriot Week for Mass Fallen Heroes, a series of events honoring ve

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the Trump Administration can terminate the Temporary Protected Status program that protects roughly 350,000 Venezuelan migrants from the threat of deportation. Originally a federal judge blocked Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's revocation of the TPS program saying that “ending the program could harm hundreds of thousands of people, cost the economy billions of dollars and hurt public health and safety.” How will this latest decision impact the country?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the Trump Administration can terminate the Temporary Protected Status program that protects roughly 350,000 Venezuelan migrants from the threat of deportation. Originally a federal judge blocked Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's revocation of the TPS program saying that “ending the program could harm hundreds of thousands of people, cost the economy billions of dollars and hurt public health and safety.” How will this latest decision impact the country?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The HALO Act is a legislative bill aimed at creating a buffer zone for first responders to be able to conduct their job responsibilities without interference from bystanders. While police advocate for establishing a legal buffer zone that would keep not just police safe but spectators who at times are inserting themselves and getting either hurt or arrested with interfering with police activity, some are not in favor of the Act believing it infringes on the public’s “right to know” and fear police could abuse the law. Do you think there is a need for a police/bystander buffer zone? Why or why not? MA Rep. Richard Wells, a supporter of the bill joined us to discuss. Dan also heard from listeners on both sides of the aisle on this one!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

8:05PM: Jonathan Gulliver - MassDOT Highway Administrator on the Newton-Weston Bridge Replacement Project Weekend Closures for Bridge Work.8:15PM: Jairam Eswara, MD - Chair of Urology at Tufts Medical Center on former President Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis.8:30PM: Dave Wattles Black Bear & Furbearer Biologist for Massachusetts Division of Fisheries & Wildlife on how Massachusetts moves to nearly double black bear hunting to curb population surge.8:45PM: Annie Guest – Author, Attorney and Mental Health Therapist on how to renovate your family home without breaking the bank!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Morgan White Filled in on NightSide with Dan ReaHollywood is in search of the next James Bond, and Morgan wants to know who you would choose! Joining the conversation to set the stage and chat about Bond’s character traits was Steven Jay Rubin, producer, screenwriter, and author of several James Bond books.Listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the NEW iHeart Radio app and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Morgan White Filled in on NightSide with Dan ReaHollywood is in search of the next James Bond, and Morgan wants to know who you would choose! Joining the conversation to set the stage and chat about Bond’s character traits was Steven Jay Rubin, producer, screenwriter, and author of several James Bond books.Listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the NEW iHeart Radio app and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Morgan White Filled in on NightSide with Dan ReaTrelane Clark has been serving in education for well over 25 years and is a recognized leader in public, private, urban, and suburban schools. This year, Clark will travel to Washington, D.C. and Accra, Ghana to participate in two education summits for educators looking to grow as professionals and learn about the future of education. Morgan and Clark explore the educational differences between U.S. schools and those in Ghana.Listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the NEW iHeart Radio app and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Morgan White Filled in on NightSide with Dan ReaRaccoons, bats, and coyotes are the primary carriers of rabies in the Northeast, but any mammal can contract rabies. That’s why prevention is the best medicine. Morgan talked with Mariel McCann, Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator and Founder/President of Hare of the Dog, about their work distributing edible rabies vaccine baits to control and prevent rabies in wildlife.Listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the NEW iHeart Radio app and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's not the 20th hour, but the 16th hour of Nightside for the week. Since Dan will be off for the 20th hour, he held a special "16th" hour light topic. Dan asked if you could have anyone sign a baseball, who would it be, and would you sell it or keep it?Listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the NEW iHeart Radio app and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.