Nightside With Dan Rea

The Lindsay Clancy jury remains deadlocked after five days of deliberations, telling the judge for a second time that they cannot reach a unanimous verdict. The judge questioned jurors individually today after a woman was arrested for allegedly filming them outside the courthouse, then sent them back to continue deliberating. If the jury cannot reach a verdict, the judge could declare a mistrial, leaving prosecutors to decide whether to retry the case.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Massachusetts Democrats seem to be changing their approach to Israel as the issue has become increasingly unpopular with parts of the Democratic base. Critics say they know the risks of cutting military support for Israel but are choosing what’s politically popular. Barry Shrage, former president of Combined Jewish Philanthropies of Greater Boston, and Jeff Robbins, former U.S. delegate to the United Nations Human Rights Commission, argue that going along with what’s politically fashionable might be smart politics, but it’s bad policy and could make Israel and the region less secure. Robbins and Shrage join Dan tonight!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Massachusetts Democrats seem to be changing their approach to Israel as the issue has become increasingly unpopular with parts of the Democratic base. Critics say they know the risks of cutting military support for Israel but are choosing what’s politically popular. Barry Shrage, former president of Combined Jewish Philanthropies of Greater Boston, and Jeff Robbins, former U.S. delegate to the United Nations Human Rights Commission, argue that going along with what’s politically fashionable might be smart politics, but it’s bad policy and could make Israel and the region less secure. Robbins and Shrage join Dan tonight!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when a lifelong Democrat decides the party he once called home has moved too far from his core beliefs? In his new book, Alan Dershowitz explains why he left the Democratic Party, pointing to what he sees as growing extremism, particularly over Israel, while making clear that he still holds many traditionally liberal views. It’s a look at political realignment, ideological division, and what happens when your party no longer feels like your party. Dershowitz joined Dan later in the hour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Voters across the state were deciding which candidates will move on to November on Tuesday. Dan brought continuous coverage as the results rolled in. Hear the latest numbers, key developments, candidate reactions, and more! From the first results to the final calls, “NightSide” was there! Marty Walsh, former Mayor of Boston and former U.S. Secretary of Labor joined the program. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Voters across the state were deciding which candidates will move on to November on Tuesday. Dan brought continuous coverage as the results rolled in. Hear the latest numbers, key developments, candidate reactions, and more! From the first results to the final calls, “NightSide” was there! Republican nominee for the U.S. Senate in Massachusetts John Deaton joined the program. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Voters across the state were deciding which candidates will move on to November on Tuesday. Dan brought continuous coverage as the results rolled in. Hear the latest numbers, key developments, candidate reactions, and more! From the first results to the final calls, “NightSide” was there! General Court for Hampden & Hampshire District Senator John C. Velis, Senate Chair of the Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs, joined the program.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deliberations in the Lindsay Clancy case took a dramatic turn on Tuesday when the jury announced they were at a standstill. After four days of deliberations, the twelve jurors sent a note to the judge saying they could not reach a unanimous decision. The courtroom erupted in gasps when Judge William Sullivan declined to declare a mistrial and told them they had to go back and keep trying. The jury was dismissed without a verdict. Attorney Philip A. Tracy Jr. joined Dan to discuss!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan continued election coverage by inviting listeners to call in and explain why they should go and vote in Tuesday’s election. Stay tuned to WBZ NewsRadio for continuing coverage of this election season!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A robot in China recently ran the 100-meter dash in 8.86 seconds, breaking Usain Bolt’s 9.58-second world record. The race was part of the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing, where robots compete in everything from running and soccer to household and industrial tasks. To learn more about the future of humanoid robots in our society, Dan talked with Dr. Kenechukwu Mbanisi, Assistant Professor of Robotics Engineering at Olin College of Engineering.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The September 1st Massachusetts primary is here, and Dan asked any candidate who was running to call in and tell us why we should vote for them! Listen in as Dan chats with Scott Brown, David Solet, Brian Shortsleeve, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Massachusetts Ballot Question 1, which will appear on the November 2026 ballot, would expand the state’s Public Records Law and make it easier for the public to access records from the governor’s office and Legislature. It would also establish stronger rules for obtaining those records and increase transparency in state government. State Auditor Diana DiZoglio is one of the forces behind the question, and she joined Dan to discuss what a “Yes” vote would mean.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea:A Nightside tradition is to go light on the last hour of the week, so Bradley opened up the phone lines to discuss anything except politics!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea:The jury entered their second day of deliberations today in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial, hitting the judge with their first major request: the bags of empty prescription pill bottles and the knife Clancy used to harm herself. Those two items sit right at the center of the debate over whether she was suffering from severe postpartum psychosis or if her actions were premeditated. Bradley shared the latest and opened the lines for reaction.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea: Continued conversation with Linda Yael Schiller, MSW, LICSW, an international expert on nightmares and trauma treatment, about how dreaming gives us a nightly window into our minds, turning deep emotions and memories into vivid stories. With analysis, it’s possible to decode the hidden symbols and fears that our waking brains usually ignore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea: Dreaming gives us a nightly window into our minds, turning deep emotions and memories into vivid stories. With analysis, it’s possible to decode hidden symbols and fears that our waking brains usually ignore. Studying these visions bridges the gap between feeling and understanding, helping us heal and grow. Bradley talked with Linda Yael Schiller, MSW, LICSW, an international expert on nightmares and trauma treatment, about her groundbreaking work in dream interpretation!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea:On the front lines in Ukraine, drones have completely changed the game, turning the battlefield into an intense, round-the-clock tech war. Volunteers and operators on the ground say the air is constantly buzzing with these "birds," making it so dangerous that moving out in the open is almost impossible without getting spotted. Despite the constant threat, these teams are doing incredible work, using drones to drop supplies and pull off daring medical rescues. Bradley talked with Jake Steckler, Research Scholar at GovAI, who shared the details on how this technology is shaping the future of global conflict.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea:Bradley opened up the phone lines for callers to bring whatever topic they wanted to the table! Discussion included football's pitfalls and the Flock camera debate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea:Did you know Boston Common was once the site of public executions, and the Old State House is where British soldiers fired into a crowd in 1770, killing five people? Boston is packed with stories like these, some are well documented, while others have become urban legends passed down through the generations. Bradley welcomed “T” of T’s Storytime on YouTube to explore Boston’s strange history, paranormal stories, urban legends, and some of the city’s lesser-known weirdness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea:We continued the conversation with Captain W. Russell "Russ" Webster and historian Theresa Mitchell Webster, authors of The Last Flight: The Untold Story of the Search for JFK Jr. and the Race Against the Atlantic, a book that details the massive five-day search and recovery mission following the 1999 plane crash that killed John F. Kennedy Jr., his wife, Carolyn Bessette Kennedy, and her sister, Lauren. Then Bradley opened up the phone lines for "caller's choice" of discussion! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bradley Jay Fills In On NightSide with Dan Rea:It was one of those moments when the whole country seemed to hold its breath... John F. Kennedy Jr., his wife, Carolyn Bessette Kennedy, and her sister, Lauren, were missing after their plane disappeared over the waters near Martha’s Vineyard. What followed was a massive search for the wreckage, with rescuers scouring the ocean for days before the plane and its victims were found. Decades later, the story still fascinates us. Bradley talked with Capt. W. Russell Webster, incident commander for search operations in the JFK Jr. case and a 26-year veteran of the Coast Guard, and historian Theresa Mitchell Webster about that fateful event.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s hard not to love Dolly Parton. With her big hair, bigger personality, incredible voice, and unmistakable sense of humor, Dolly has been entertaining us for generations while somehow remaining as down-to-earth and genuine as ever. From her music and movies to Dollywood and her amazing generosity, she’s always found a way to make people smile. Dan's callers shared their memories of Dolly and told us why she’s truly one of a kind!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s massive settlement with Meta is putting the dangers of social media addiction back in the spotlight. Meta has agreed to pay up to roughly $17 billion to settle claims that Facebook and Instagram were designed to be addictive and harmful to children, while also agreeing to new protections for young users. While this is certainly a step in the right direction, are we doing enough to protect kids from the pull of social media, and are we, as adults, setting the wrong example?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Republican gubernatorial candidate Brian Shortsleeve is running to make Massachusetts more affordable, with a focus on cutting taxes, reducing state spending, and rolling back regulations he says are driving up costs. He's also calling for audits of state agencies, increasing local aid for property-tax relief, lowering energy costs, and taking a tougher approach to immigration enforcement. Shortsleeve says his goal is to make Massachusetts more competitive for businesses and more affordable for families. Shortsleeve joined Dan on NightSide!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former U.S. Sen. John Sununu is making a political comeback, running to reclaim the New Hampshire Senate seat he lost to Jeanne Shaheen in 2008. Sununu is the leading Republican in the race and is facing former Massachusetts Sen. Scott Brown in the September 8 GOP primary. His campaign is focused on issues including affordability, housing, energy, healthcare and government spending, while emphasizing what he calls the “New Hampshire Way.” Sununu joined Dan on NightSide!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Continued conversation about how Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced sweeping new sanctions against Iran, calling it “Operation Economic Outcast” and warning countries and companies doing business with Tehran could face U.S. penalties. The U.S. warned Iran’s trading partners they could face secondary sanctions, with more measures potentially coming later. Bessent said the goal is to cut off “every economic lifeline” supporting Tehran, as Iran vows to resist. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced sweeping new sanctions against Iran, calling it “Operation Economic Outcast” and warning countries and companies doing business with Tehran could face U.S. penalties. The U.S. warned Iran’s trading partners they could face secondary sanctions, with more measures potentially coming later. Bessent said the goal is to cut off “every economic lifeline” supporting Tehran, as Iran vows to resist. Dan discussed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

State Sen. Nick Collins says his name was left off some ballots at a South Boston polling station, where he is facing a primary challenge from Latoya Gayle, who has Mayor Michelle Wu’s backing. Collins called for an investigation, while city officials said voters were immediately provided with the proper ballots once the error was identified. The ballot issue comes amid Collins’ ongoing political disagreements with Wu, further heating up the South Boston primary. Collins joined Dan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Closing arguments in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial are scheduled to begin soon as the case nears its conclusion. Following a denied defense motion for a mistrial, the prosecution called final expert rebuttal witnesses to argue that Clancy remains criminally responsible for the 2023 strangulation deaths of her three children. Dan talked legal analysis with attorney Philip A. Tracy Jr.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Starting in January, Massachusetts drivers and other out-of-staters will pay more to use New Hampshire toll roads unless they have a New Hampshire E-ZPass. The higher rates are part of a 10-year transportation plan to bring in more money for road maintenance, and lawmakers overrode Gov. Kelly Ayotte’s veto to approve them. It’s the first statewide toll hike in New Hampshire since 2007. Are you a frequent traveler to New Hampshire?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Continued conversation about the Lindsay Clancy trial and how it's entering its final stretch as prosecutors presented rebuttal testimony challenging the defense’s claim that Clancy was suffering from postpartum psychosis when she killed her three children. Forensic psychologist Dr. Kirk Heilbrun testified that Clancy had bipolar II disorder, while psychiatrist Dr. Avram Mack maintained that he found no evidence of psychosis. Closing arguments could begin as early as Tuesday, bringing the trial one step closer to the jury. Dan shared the latest.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lindsay Clancy trial entered its final stretch on Monday as prosecutors presented rebuttal testimony challenging the defense’s claim that Clancy was suffering from postpartum psychosis when she killed her three children. Forensic psychologist Dr. Kirk Heilbrun testified that Clancy had bipolar II disorder, while psychiatrist Dr. Avram Mack maintained that he found no evidence of psychosis. Closing arguments could begin as early as Tuesday, bringing the trial one step closer to the jury. Dan shared the latest.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Smart Approaches to Marijuana wants you to vote “Yes” on Massachusetts Question 8, which would repeal the state’s recreational marijuana law while keeping medical marijuana legal. The group says legalization has created public health and safety problems and that the marijuana industry has too much influence. SAM wants voters to reconsider recreational legalization and move toward what it sees as a more health-focused approach. Will Jones III, Director of Community Engagement and Outreach for SAM, joined Dan to discuss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Nightside 20th hour, Dan wanted to know what your current or past summer traditions are!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Federal authorities say they foiled an ISIS-inspired plot to bomb the New York State Capitol and kill lawmakers, arresting 35-year-old Albany woman Jessica Bowie. Investigators say Bowie pledged allegiance to ISIS, surveyed the Capitol, sought help making a bomb, and was caught after taking possession of what she believed was an explosive device.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new Emerson College national poll finds President Trump’s approval at just 40%, with 56% disapproving, while Democrats hold an 8-point lead on the generic congressional ballot. The poll also finds 23% of voters identify as supporters of the Democratic Socialists of America, including 46% of Democrats. Dan discussed the results with Spencer Kimball, Director of Polling at Emerson College.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The defense rested in the Lindsay Clancy trial after forensic psychiatrist Dr. Phillip Resnick testified that Clancy was “frankly psychotic” when she killed her three children. Prosecutors then called rebuttal witnesses, including psychiatrist Dr. Avram Mack, who said he found no evidence of psychosis or mania and believed Clancy could control her actions. Closing arguments are expected Monday or Tuesday, and Dan discussed the very latest, including the outpouring of support from people who gathered outside the courthouse to stand by Clancy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Boston Globe has endorsed Rep. Seth Moulton over longtime Sen. Ed Markey in the Democratic Senate primary, arguing that Moulton offers the leadership and generational change Massachusetts needs. Back in 2020, the Globe endorsed Markey in his primary against Joe Kennedy III, and Markey went on to win the nomination and reelection. Will the Globe’s endorsement make a difference this time? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Continued conversation about how the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court has cleared the way for Boston’s $325 million White Stadium redevelopment in Franklin Park. The court rejected a lawsuit seeking to stop the project, ruling that the stadium site is not protected parkland under state law. The project will transform the stadium into a home for Boston Legacy FC and a facility for Boston Public Schools athletics. Many remain concerned about its cost and impact on the surrounding park.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court has cleared the way for Boston’s $325 million White Stadium redevelopment in Franklin Park. The court rejected a lawsuit seeking to stop the project, ruling that the stadium site is not protected parkland under state law. The project will transform the stadium into a home for Boston Legacy FC and a facility for Boston Public Schools athletics. Many remain concerned about its cost and impact on the surrounding park.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Harvard University has agreed to pay $53 million to settle lawsuits over the theft and sale of human remains donated to its medical school. Former morgue manager Cedric Lodge stole body parts and sold them to buyers in other states, exposing a disturbing underground market and raising questions about how the scheme went undetected for years. Can any amount of money make up for what happened here? Dr. Jack Porter, who donated his wife's body to Harvard, joined Dan to discuss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Continued conversation about how Boston Mayor Michelle Wu is urging private property owners not to lease parking spaces or lots to ICE. The move comes amid growing tensions between Wu and the Trump administration over immigration enforcement in Boston. Is the mayor overstepping her authority by telling private property owners who they can and cannot lease their property to? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.