Nightside With Dan Rea

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!Alex Ovechkin continues to move close to Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goals record! Will he do it tonight? With John Decker – iHeart Media White House Correspondent – from the Capital One Arena.In response to rising gang violence and youth homicide rates in Boston in the 1990s, Children’s Services of Roxbury (CSR) created a program called Youth, Purpose, and Partnership (YPP). The program is still thriving and has an upcoming talent showcase on Friday April 11th! With Dalinda Ifill‑Pressat, Communications Director for Children's Services of Roxbury.Red Sox Home Opener – What occurred including the honoring of the 1975 Red Sox World Series Championship Team that includes Luis Tiant. With Dan Shaughnessy – Boston Globe Sports Columnist.The American Parkinson’s Disease Association Optimism Walk! Jordan Rich is leading his team called: Jordan’s Trailblazers and raising funds! With Jordan Rich – Longtim

After the opening bell, the stock market fell sharply following President Trump’s announcement on “reciprocal” tariffs Wednesday. Included in the new tariffs is a 10% baseline tariff on all imports. It’s unclear what the full impact of the tariffs may be, but some financial analysts worry the measures could drive up consumer prices and strain global trade relationships.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.

After the opening bell, the stock market fell sharply following President Trump’s announcement on “reciprocal” tariffs Wednesday. Included in the new tariffs is a 10% baseline tariff on all imports. It’s unclear what the full impact of the tariffs may be, but some financial analysts worry the measures could drive up consumer prices and strain global trade relationships. Gregory Stoller, professor at Boston University Questrom School of Business joined us.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.

A judge has ruled the renovation of White Stadium is not in violation of state laws. Candidate for Boston Mayor Josh Kraft joined Dan to discuss.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!Massachusetts’ Most Financially Savvy High School Students Compete at the State Finals of the 2025 National Personal Finance Challenge! With Christopher Caltabiano - Chief Program Officer at the Council for Economic Education.The history of the Haskell Free Library and Opera House – the library half in the U.S. & Half in Canada that has been caught in the middle of US/Canada tensions. With Matthew FarFan – Local Historian and Former President of the Haskell Free Library and Opera House.How a song became the state's official poem in MA! With Colin Young – State House News Reporter.The Top Pet Peeve Among Neighbors, according to a 2025 Survey from Home Gnome. With Jeff Herman - editor-in-chief of Home Gnome.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.

On Wednesday, a day President Trump has been calling “Liberation Day, during an event in the White House Rose Garden, President Donald Trump announced his global “reciprocal” tariffs plan. Trump announced the U.S. will impose a 25% tariff on all foreign made automobiles, among other tariffs. Dan broke down more of Trump’s “reciprocal” tariffs on other countries. Democrats, along with some GOP support, are projected to rebuke President Trump’s tariff policy in an expected evening vote. How will these imposed tariffs affect the Stock Market, American businesses, and U.S. consumers? Do you take aim with the global tariffs and how they might impact you? Why or why not? 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.

On Wednesday, a day President Trump has been calling “Liberation Day, during an event in the White House Rose Garden, President Donald Trump announced his global “reciprocal” tariffs plan. Trump announced the U.S. will impose a 25% tariff on all foreign made automobiles, among other tariffs. Dan broke down more of Trump’s “reciprocal” tariffs on other countries. Democrats, along with some GOP support, are projected to rebuke President Trump’s tariff policy in an expected evening vote. How will these imposed tariffs affect the Stock Market, American businesses, and U.S. consumers? Do you take aim with the global tariffs and how they might impact you? Why or why not? 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.

On Wednesday, a day President Trump has been calling “Liberation Day, during an event in the White House Rose Garden, President Donald Trump announced his global “reciprocal” tariffs plan. Trump announced the U.S. will impose a 25% tariff on all foreign made automobiles, among other tariffs. Dan broke down more of Trump’s “reciprocal” tariffs on other countries. Democrats, along with some GOP support, are projected to rebuke President Trump’s tariff policy in an expected evening vote. How will these imposed tariffs affect the Stock Market, American businesses, and U.S. consumers? Do you take aim with the global tariffs and how they might impact you? Why or why not? Boston Globe Business and finance columnist Larry Edelman joined us to discuss!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!Alcohol Awareness Month – What Recovery Centers of America does in helping individuals combat alcoholism. With Dr. Myles Jen Kin, Medical Director for Recovery Centers of America in Massachusetts.The 50 Greatest Athletes in Boston Sports History with Martin Gitlin – Author & Sportswriter.Journey of the Columbus Chill, a minor-league hockey team whose innovative marketing and indomitable spirit not only captivated a city but also paved the way for the NHL's Columbus Blue Jackets. With David Paitson – Author, Former president and general manager of the Columbus Chill.Spring allergy season is here! Allergy sufferers expected to have worse season than usual… With Ashly McPhillips - CVS Pharmacist and District Leader.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.

In the case of Luigi Mangione, the man accused of murdering United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson last year in New York City, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi has directed federal prosecutors to pursue the death penalty. Mangione faces state murder and terrorism charges in New York, along with federal murder and stalking charges. U.S. AG Bondi lifted the moratorium on federal executions back in February of this year. Do you think Luigi Mangione should receive the death penalty if found guilty of murder? What are your thoughts on capital punishment?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.

In the case of Luigi Mangione, the man accused of murdering United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson last year in New York City, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi has directed federal prosecutors to pursue the death penalty. Mangione faces state murder and terrorism charges in New York, along with federal murder and stalking charges. U.S. AG Bondi lifted the moratorium on federal executions back in February of this year. Do you think Luigi Mangione should receive the death penalty if found guilty of murder? What are your thoughts on capital punishment?Attorney Harvey Silverglate joined in on the conversation with Dan this hour!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.

Boston attorney Jim Roosevelt, grandson of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt (who signed the Social Security Act into law) and former associate commissioner of the Social Security Admin. during the Clinton Administration, believes the Trump Admin. is “trying to hollow out Social Security” and “undermine confidence in the system” by weakening the agency that manages the program. Do you think the Trump Admin. is doing more harm than good to the Social Security Admin. or straightening it out for the better? Attorney Roosevelt joined us to discuss!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!April is Autism Acceptance Month. What the Northeast Arc does in helping individuals with disabilities and autism. Jo Ann Simons, President & CEO, Northeast Arc joined Dan.Rumson’s Rum in Salem, MA! Eric Glass – Owner of Rumson’s Rum stopped by.Bank of Mom & Dad: 50% of parents financially supporting adult children. Bill Dendy – Financial Strategist with Raymond James explained."Why You’re Unhappy: Biology vs Politics".  Dr. Loretta Breuning - Founder of the Inner Mammal Institute and Professor Emerita of Management at California State University checked in.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.

There have been more cases emerging of Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents arresting and detaining students and working professionals who have had their Visas revoked over engagement in activities that are “counter to our national interest or our foreign policy” or in some cases with no explanation given at all. Do you think the arrests are a violation of these individuals’ civil liberties? Are these detainments and potential deportations worth spending valuable political capital 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.

The Trump Administration’s plan to slash roughly 12% of the Social Security Administration staff raise concerns about how the cuts could hurt customer service and access to benefits. Will Social Security be around when you retire?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.

The Trump Administration’s plan to slash roughly 12% of the Social Security Administration staff raise concerns about how the cuts could hurt customer service and access to benefits. Will Social Security be around when you retire?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!Steph Solis – Axios Boston Reporter with what to know before Karen Read's retrial kicks off…Are We Creating A Jobless Society? According to Bill Gates, within 10 years humans won't be needed 'for most things'. Faisal Hoque - AI Innovator & Technologist & author of Transcend: Unlocking Humanity in the Age of AI joined Dan to discuss.European Green Crabs are invasive species inhabiting and destroying MA coasts – St. Ours Clam Broth found a way to eliminate their threat by eating them! Sharon St. Ours – Runs the Family Business & Created the new dehydrated crab broth from the invasive European Green Crabs joined Dan.Jury Selection for Karen Read’s Retrial. Phil Tracy – Criminal defense attorney checked in with Dan.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.

NightSide’s last hour of the week we like to keep it light and fun. This week, Dan has a two-part question. If you could just kick anyone out of the country, whom would it be? And, if you had unlimited funds and could move anywhere, where would you move to?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.

Is napping good or bad for your brain? Are there any health risks of prolonged napping? Are you struggling to achieve good quality sleep? Dr. Patrick Porter, brain health and neuroplasticity expert, joined us to answer your questions about sleep and give tips and advice on how to improve sleep and achieve that optimal level of sleep for restoration. 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.

In recent months, some energy customers have seen energy bills hit their wallets hard. Earlier in the month MA Gov. Healey launched an “energy affordability agenda” promising actions to slash energy bills over the coming years. There is a way energy customers have already been saving money on energy by using a government website called Energy Switch Massachusetts that allows residents to "shop around" for the best energy prices. There is a debate over whether MA should keep this consumer savings tool. Abby Foster, Vice President of Policy, and Advocacy for REAL (The Retail Advancement Energy League) joined us to discuss!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.