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NightSide focuses on a wide variety of issues, political, economic and social. Rea believes that talk radio is the best way for people to communicate their opinions and ideas on what he calls “North America’s Virtual Back Porch.” Rea encourages challenging conversations and diverse ideas combined wi…

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    20th Hour - What Good Happened This Week?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2025 40:56 Transcription Available


    NightSide's last hour of the week we like to keep it light and fun. Dan wanted to know what good thing you did or what good thing did someone do for you this past week.Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    Supreme Court Decisions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2025 40:43 Transcription Available


    The U.S. Supreme Court issued a series of final decisions Friday as they wrapped up session ahead of their summer break. Dan broke down the Supreme Court cases and decisions.Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    Is Cape Cod Worth the Miserable Traffic?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2025 41:30 Transcription Available


    If you're a New Englander and in particular someone who frequents the Cape, you're no stranger to Summertime traffic jams heading to and from the Cape! While Cape Cod offers beautiful beaches with a wide range of local shops and restaurants to enjoy, it can take hours of sitting in traffic just to enjoy it. With that being said, is Cape Cod worth dealing with the unbearable traffic?Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    Nightside News Update 6/27/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2025 39:35 Transcription Available


    We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!The 12 germiest places you encounter while traveling!  Derek Oliveira – Global Consultant for ISSA has the heads up.Worcester Zoning Board rejects 75-foot digital billboard that neighbors opposed. Afton Pratt - Municipal Government Reporter for the Worcester Telegram & Gazette stopped by.How restaurants got so noisy! Chris Berdik - author of “Clamor: How Noise Took Over the World — and How We Can Take It Back.” - science journalist discussed with Dan.WBZ Extended Summer Traffic Report – Weekend Traffic Predictions with Zach Transport – WBZ Traffic Reporter.Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    “Razin” Caine

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 40:49 Transcription Available


    The Pentagon led by Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff U.S. Air Force Gen. Dan Caine detailed their strike on Iranian nuclear facilities in a press conference Thursday morning with some feeling that there are still unanswered questions about what happened to Iran's enriched uranium stockpiles and if the Fordow facility was “obliterated” as Trump says it was. An initial assessment by the Defense Intelligence Agency found the strikes left core components of Iran's nuclear program intact and set it back by a year or less. We discussed.Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    Addressing Degradations of Public Order - Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 38:46 Transcription Available


    Have you noticed when you now go to your local pharmacy or department store some of the products you need are locked up thus inconveniencing you to track down an associate to retrieve that item? MA Congressman Jake Auchincloss is pointing to Democrats and how he believes they need to improve their quality-of-life violations to “save the party”, going as far as saying, “every time a customer has to ask the CVS clerk to unlock the shampoo, Democrats get less popular,”. Echoing Rep. Auchincloss' concerns, Boston Globe opinion writer Carine Hajjar wrote a piece reporting on a shift in the Democratic Party that could scare away a big chunk of their base, working class voters.  We discussed.Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    Addressing Degradations of Public Order - Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 41:18 Transcription Available


    Have you noticed when you now go to your local pharmacy or department store some of the products you need are locked up thus inconveniencing you to track down an associate to retrieve that item? MA Congressman Jake Auchincloss is pointing to Democrats and how he believes they need to improve their quality-of-life violations to “save the party”, going as far as saying, “every time a customer has to ask the CVS clerk to unlock the shampoo, Democrats get less popular,”. Echoing Rep. Auchincloss' concerns, Boston Globe opinion writer Carine Hajjar wrote a piece reporting on a shift in the Democratic Party that could scare away a big chunk of their base, working class voters. Carine joined us to discuss. Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    NightSide News Update 6/26/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 37:36 Transcription Available


    We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!Push to Vote on Tax Bill this Week - Will Millions Lose Medicaid? Jae Oh – Certified financial planned & Education Fellow at the Alliance for Lifetime Income, and author of "Maximize Your Medicare" joined Dan.MSPCA-Angell, MASS Coalition Partners Holding Fee-Waived Adoptathon for Dogs! “Summer Ruff-Fresher” First of Three Summer Adoption Events. With Jamie Garabedian - project manager of the MSPCA-Angell's Animal Protection Division.JFK Presidential Library Opens New Presidential Pets Exhibit. With Alan Price - JFK Presidential Library Director.Through the Saving Lives Swim Program, Northeast Arc will now offer free swimming lessons to children 6 months and older enrolled in the agency's Early Intervention program. JoAnn Simons - President & CEO of Northeast Arc stopped by. Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    Attack on Iran, Good or Bad?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 40:17 Transcription Available


    Dan revisits the topic of Iran, and asks if it was a good thing or a bad thing to have done. 

    Jury Foreman in the Karen Read Case Calls for New Investigation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 39:55 Transcription Available


    Now that Karen Read's second trial is over, Juror #1 is calling on the FBI to reopen the case and start from scratch! The jury foreman believes, as the Read verdict points to, that the prosecution had no solid evidence to prove O'Keefe was struck by a car. Juror #1, who has withheld his name, says he is haunted by the belief that “something went on inside that house” and that “we just need to find justice for John.” Do you think the case into John O'Keefe's death should be reopened?Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    Scott Brown Is Running for U.S. Senate!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 41:30 Transcription Available


    Scott Brown, former U.S. Senator from Massachusetts who formerly served as the United States ambassador to New Zealand and Samoa, has thrown his hat into the ring to represent New Hampshire in the U.S. Senate. Brown announced Wednesday that he's seeking the Republican nomination. Scott joined Dan as he kicks off his campaign!Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    NightSide News Update 6/25/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 40:27 Transcription Available


    We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!Is Your Pet Having a Midlife Crisis? With Dr. Kelly Fishman - Veterinary Sports medicine Rehab Expert, founder of Strut Animal Mobility Specialists. Fuji Fire: Sifting Ashes of a Forgotten U. S. Marine Corps Tragedy. With Chas Henry – Author & Former Journalist.5 Tips to Keep Your Phone from Overheating. With Peter Nixon - Director of Retail Sales in the Northeast for AT&T.Last weekend a new Miss Massachusetts was named – Khailah Griffin plans to spend her year of service advocating for the unhoused in the Commonwealth! With Khailah Griffin – Newly crowned Miss Massachusetts.

    Trump Is Fuming! Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 40:14 Transcription Available


    President Trump is NOT happy with either Israel or Iran after both countries appear to break a ceasefire, whether intentionally or unintentionally. Days after the U.S. struck Iranian nuclear facilities, the President was asked what he thought about the teetering ceasefire between the two middle eastern countries, saying, “We basically have two countries that have been fighting so long and so hard that they don't know what the f--- they're doing.” We discussed the fragile conflict in the Middle East as President Trump seems to be losing his patience with even ally Israel!Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    Trump Is Fuming! Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 40:10 Transcription Available


    President Trump is NOT happy with either Israel or Iran after both countries appear to break a ceasefire, whether intentionally or unintentionally. Days after the U.S. struck Iranian nuclear facilities, the President was asked what he thought about the teetering ceasefire between the two middle eastern countries, saying, “We basically have two countries that have been fighting so long and so hard that they don't know what the f--- they're doing.” We discussed the fragile conflict in the Middle East as President Trump seems to be losing his patience with even ally Israel!Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    The Challenge Over MA Highway Service Plazas

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 36:14 Transcription Available


    Global Partners is a 4th generation Massachusetts based company that is one of the Northeast's largest independent owners, suppliers, and operators of gasoline stations and convenience stores. Recently the MassDOT Board of Directors awarded the redevelopment of 18 highway service plazas to a private-equity backed, foreign-owned corporation in Ireland. Global is challenging that decision and urging Gov. Healey to intervene as they believe the contract should be awarded to a local company that “reflects the Commonwealth's values, supports local communities, and prioritizes long-term public interests.” Global Partners President and CEO Eric Slifka joined Dan to discuss.Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    NightSide News Update 6/24/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 37:25 Transcription Available


    We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!Emperor penguins show dramatic decline in one region of Antarctica. Dan Zitterbart - associate scientist in Applied Ocean Physics & Engineering & penguin researcher at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution stopped by.Boston's extreme heat & its impact on peak energy demand, air quality in schools, and what solutions are on urban heat islands. Sharon Ron - Assistant Director of Public Health at the Metropolitan Area Planning Council in MA checked in.Advice for parents in how to navigate the summer months while balancing work, family, and an increasingly complex world. With Heather Wilson, Co-Founder of GiveSendGo.The Celtics have made a trade, and WBZ's Dan Watkins discussed it with Dan Rea. Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    WWIII? Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 41:09 Transcription Available


    Over the weekend, President Trump gave the okay to strike Iran's nuclear facilities, thus joining Israel in the conflict against Iran. Specifically, the U.S. targeted Fordow, a uranium enrichment facility deep inside a remote mountain in Iran, and facilities at Natanz and Isfahan. Monday, in retaliation, Iran launched missiles at a U.S. base, Al-Udeid Air Base in Qatar. House Speaker Mike Johnson, who received a classified briefing Monday morning, told reporters that the U.S. anticipated Iran's reprisal. Qatar's Ministry of Defense relayed a statement that the base's air defense system intercepted the missiles towards the base and no deaths or injuries were reported. Now that the U.S. is engaged in warfare towards Iran, do you think we're on our way to WWIII? We discussed the latest in the U.S. conflict with Iran.Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    WWIII? Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 37:54 Transcription Available


    Over the weekend, President Trump gave the okay to strike Iran's nuclear facilities, thus joining Israel in the conflict against Iran. Specifically, the U.S. targeted Fordow, a uranium enrichment facility deep inside a remote mountain in Iran, and facilities at Natanz and Isfahan. Monday, in retaliation, Iran launched missiles at a U.S. base, Al-Udeid Air Base in Qatar. House Speaker Mike Johnson, who received a classified briefing Monday morning, told reporters that the U.S. anticipated Iran's reprisal. Qatar's Ministry of Defense relayed a statement that the base's air defense system intercepted the missiles towards the base and no deaths or injuries were reported. Now that the U.S. is engaged in warfare towards Iran, do you think we're on our way to WWIII? We discussed the latest in the U.S. conflict with Iran.Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    Sean O'Brien, President of International Teamsters Checks In!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 36:45 Transcription Available


    Sean O'Brien, the General President of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters joined Dan to discuss the Teamsters organization, his relationship with President Trump and his Administration, the speech he delivered at the RNC, which was a rare move for the union to do, and their decision not to officially endorse a presidential candidate.Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    NightSide News Update 6/23/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 38:02 Transcription Available


    We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!What is Iran's next move? World awaits response to U.S. bombing… Bob Dees - Major General (Retired) Expert on US-Israeli Affairs and The National Center for Healthy Veterans joined Dan.The biggest summer shopping trends, must-have deals, and smart ways families can save this season. Kasey Caminiti, USA TODAY's Editorial Director of Shopping stopped by.‘Quiet Cracking': What's behind this new workplace threat? Heather Lisle – Workplace Expert – Communications/Marketing Professional who oversees Leadership Lab (for leadership training) explained it to Dan.Can Scary Headlines Make Us Sick? How to minimize the health impact of a negative news cycle… Dr. Judith Orloff, bestselling author of The Genius of Empathy, a leading Psychiatrist in the field of Empathy discussed it with Dan.Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    20th Hour - Your Favorite Home Cooked Meal Growing Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2025 40:55 Transcription Available


    NightSide's last hour of the week we like to keep it light and fun. This week, Dan wanted to know what the listeners' favorite meals growing up are.Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    Strikes Continue

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2025 40:08 Transcription Available


    Israel and Iran continue to trade strikes one week into their conflict. Who predicted if the U.S. would get involved? President Trump originally said he would put off deciding for two weeks whether to join Israel's air campaign against Iran... We discussed a military analysis of Israel's Operation Rising Lion and whether Israel is biting off more than they can chew. Investigative journalist Tatsu Ikeda thinks so and disagreed with Dan!*This aired before the U.S. engaged in air strikes against Iran*Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    Yikes! Boston Rats Spreading Disease

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2025 38:50 Transcription Available


    According to a recent study by Tufts University researchers at the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, rats in Boston are spreading a potentially deadly disease known as leptospirosis. The disease-causing bacteria can infect humans and animals with symptoms in humans ranging from mild and flu-like, such as an upset stomach, to more severe, in rare cases resulting in organ failure and death. We discussed how humans can contract the disease and treat it.Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    NightSide News Update 6/20/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2025 39:53 Transcription Available


    We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!Gloucester stands in for 1775 Charlestown this weekend as thousands of Revolutionary war reenactors bring to life the Battle of Bunker Hill. With Kendall Buhl – WBZ NewsRadio Reporter.The City of Leominster will be competing alongside 19 other communities nationwide for one of 10 All American City awards.  A delegation led by the Mayor and Johnny Appleseed. With Mayor Dean Mazzarella.The Moonwalkers: A Journey With Tom Hanks. The immersive cinematic experience is a one-of-a-kind perspective on humankind's past and future voyages to the moon, narrated by Hanks. With Richard Slaney the CEO of Lightroom. Heatwave next week, 100° possible! & Boston is experiencing its windiest year on record. With Ken Mahan – Boston Globe Meteorologist.Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    Taking Down Fordow - Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 40:58 Transcription Available


    Part 2 of Israel has outlined it lacks the ordnance to take out Iran's Fordow nuclear facility and needs U.S. assistance. President Trump indicated it makes sense for the U.S. to launch strikes against Iran, but only if the “bunker-buster” bombs are guaranteed to work. Trump is not convinced these bombs can penetrate Fordow which has an estimated depth of 300ft. Dan discussed the latest.

    Juneteenth & Taking Down Fordow - Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 39:51 Transcription Available


    To start the hour we spoke with Sandra Mccroom from Childrens Services of Roxbury about the history of Juneteenth!Israel has outlined it lacks the ordnance to take out Iran's Fordow nuclear facility and needs U.S. assistance. President Trump indicated it makes sense for the U.S. to launch strikes against Iran, but only if the “bunker-buster” bombs are guaranteed to work. Trump is not convinced these bombs can penetrate Fordow which has an estimated depth of 300ft. Dan brought you the latest.

    Commonwealth v. Karen Read Poll

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 39:16 Transcription Available


    On the night of June 18th, in the hours after the Karen Read murder retrial verdict was announced, a local polling and market research firm asked 1,170 Norfolk County residents, who met the qualifications to be selected as jurors, for their opinions on the case. Brian Wynne, President of Opinion Diagnostics, joined Dan to share the results of their poll.

    NightSide News Update 6/19/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 39:58 Transcription Available


    https://zahilectures.com/8:05PM: The disappearance of Debbie Melo that occurred on June 20, 2000 with Boston Globe Cold Case Files Reporter Emily Sweeney.8:15PM: Mysteries of the Egypian pharaohs with archaeologist Dr. Zahi Hawass! Visit: A Royal Evening with Dr. Zahi Hawass - USA & CANADA GRAND LECTURE TOUR MAY – AUGUST 2025 for more!8:30PM: Dr. Sushrut Jangi, a gastroenterologist at Tufts Medical Center talks about a mysterious illness that is on the rise for long term cannabis users – It's called Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome. 8:45PM: Would you read a novel written completely by AI? Massachusetts-based author Lori Gold discussed!

    Jury in the Karen Read Trial Reaches Verdict - Part 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 40:06 Transcription Available


    After 21 hours of deliberations, the jury in the Karen Read murder trial found Karen Read not guilty of second-degree murder and manslaughter in the death of her boyfriend John O'Keefe. However, the jury did find Read guilty of OUI, which was a lesser charge that was added to the verdict slip for the second trial. Judge Beverly Cannone sentenced Read to one year probation after the verdict was announced. Read will be sentenced at a later court date. The lines were open for comment.Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    Jury in the Karen Read Trial Reaches Verdict - Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 36:31 Transcription Available


    After 21 hours of deliberations, the jury in the Karen Read murder trial found Karen Read not guilty of second-degree murder and manslaughter in the death of her boyfriend John O'Keefe. However, the jury did find Read guilty of OUI, which was a lesser charge that was added to the verdict slip for the second trial. Judge Beverly Cannone sentenced Read to one year probation after the verdict was announced. Read will be sentenced at a later court date. The lines were open for comment.Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    Jury in the Karen Read Trial Reaches Verdict - Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 38:20 Transcription Available


    After 21 hours of deliberations, the jury in the Karen Read murder trial found Karen Read not guilty of second-degree murder and manslaughter in the death of her boyfriend John O'Keefe. However, the jury did find Read guilty of OUI, which was a lesser charge that was added to the verdict slip for the second trial. Judge Beverly Cannone sentenced Read to one year probation after the verdict was announced. Read will be sentenced at a later court date. We spoke with criminal defense attorney Phil Tracy about the conclusion of Karen Read's series of tumultuous trials! Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    Jury in the Karen Read Trial Reaches Verdict - Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 36:46 Transcription Available


    After 21 hours of deliberations, the jury in the Karen Read murder trial found Karen Read not guilty of second-degree murder and manslaughter in the death of her boyfriend John O'Keefe. However, the jury did find Read guilty of OUI, which was a lesser charge that was added to the verdict slip for the second trial. Judge Beverly Cannone sentenced Read to one year probation after the verdict was announced. Read will be sentenced at a later court date. CBS Boston's Kristina Rex joined us to kick off the conversation about Karen Read's acquittal! Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    Karen Read Trial Nearing the End - Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 40:11 Transcription Available


    On the second full day of jury deliberations in the Karen Read trial, the jury came back and asked the judge presiding over the trial, Judge Beverly Cannone, four questions related to evidence and charges. The first question was about the time frame for the OUI charge. The second asked if Read's interviews are evidence and how they can be considered. The third question asked for clarity for convicting on a lesser charge. Then the fourth question was, "If we find not guilty on two charges but can't agree on one charge, is it a hung jury on all three charges or just one charge?" to which Judge Cannone said she could not answer. Stay tuned in to WBZ NewsRadio 1030  with the IHeart Radio app, online, in your car, or on your favorite listening device for the latest update on this developing story!Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    Karen Read Trial Nearing the End - Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 39:28 Transcription Available


    On the second full day of jury deliberations in the Karen Read trial, the jury came back and asked the judge presiding over the trial, Judge Beverly Cannone, four questions related to evidence and charges. The first question was about the time frame for the OUI charge. The second asked if Read's interviews are evidence and how they can be considered. The third question asked for clarity for convicting on a lesser charge. Then the fourth question was, "If we find not guilty on two charges but can't agree on one charge, is it a hung jury on all three charges or just one charge?" to which Judge Cannone said she could not answer. Stay tuned in to WBZ NewsRadio 1030  with the IHeart Radio app, online, in your car, or on your favorite listening device for the latest update on this developing story!Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    Karen Read Trial Nearing the End - Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 36:39 Transcription Available


    On the second full day of jury deliberations in the Karen Read trial, the jury came back and asked the judge presiding over the trial, Judge Beverly Cannone, four questions related to evidence and charges. The first question was about the time frame for the OUI charge. The second asked if Read's interviews are evidence and how they can be considered. The third question asked for clarity for convicting on a lesser charge. Then the fourth question was, "If we find not guilty on two charges but can't agree on one charge, is it a hung jury on all three charges or just one charge?" to which Judge Cannone said she could not answer. Stay tuned in to WBZ NewsRadio 1030  with the IHeart Radio app, online, in your car, or on your favorite listening device for the latest update on this developing story!Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    NightSide News Update 6/17/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 38:32 Transcription Available


    We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!For the second year in a row, nearly 2 million adults in Massachusetts either cannot afford enough to eat or worry about the source of their next meal, according to a statewide study by the Greater Boston Food Bank. Catherine D'Amato, GBFB's CEO and President stopped by.Update on the Lowell pubs allowing underage patrons! Melanie Gilbert – Lowell Sun reporter checked in.This $1 food could help fight diabetes and heart disease…beans! Dr. Fahmi Farah – Cardiologist returned to discuss it with Dan.19th Century Baseball Is Alive And Well In Newbury! A  New England vintage 1864 rules baseball league that plays competitive live games! With Brian Sheehy - President of the Essex Base Ball Organization.Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    Hate Crimes in America - Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 40:09 Transcription Available


    In Minnesota, a man described as “deeply religious” and “politically conservative” sought out local Democratic lawmakers and engaged in politically motivated shootings, killing MN House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband and severely injured state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife. The shooting suspect is now in custody. We discussed America's weekend of hate crimes as Dan calls for a chorus of condemnation for these acts.Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    Hate Crimes in America - Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 39:15 Transcription Available


    The weekend held some grim news nationally as well as here at home. Amidst the backdrop of the now ongoing Israel/Iran war, a Brookline kosher grocery store was vandalized when a brick reading “Free Palestine” was thrown through one of the windows. Brookline Police say the incident was a targeted hate crime to intimidate the Jewish business and larger Jewish community. Israeli Consul General to New England Benny Sharoni joined Dan to discuss.Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    The Devers Trade

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 36:27 Transcription Available


    In a stunning move, the Boston Red Sox traded three-time All-Star Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants for four players. Red Sox Nation is NOT happy about the move…Why did the Sox trade Devers just two years after giving him a $313.5 million contract to be the face of the franchise? We discussed the drama between Devers and the Red Sox Clubhouse that might have contributed to the trade.

    NightSide News Update 6/16/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 38:36 Transcription Available


    We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about!Global Partners urges MassDOT Board of Directors to reconsider recent recommendation to award the redevelopment of 18 highway service plazas to a private-equity backed, foreign-owned corporation. Mark Cosenza – Senior VP at Global Partners discussed it with Dan.Protecting Older Adults from Scams during Elder Abuse Awareness Month. According to the FBI, individuals 60 and older experienced nearly $4.9 billion in losses to scams in 2024. Darius Kingsley - Head of Consumer Banking Practices at Chase stopped by.4 Tips on How to Properly Dispose of Waste/Recycle and How to Be a Responsible Consumer. Brian Belefant, author of The Sultan of Garbage joined Dan.The Red Sox Rafael Devers Trade. Dan Watkins – WBZ NewsRadio Anchor checked in.Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    20th Hour - Father's Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 42:02 Transcription Available


    It's Father's Day this Sunday, and Dan asked the listeners to share their memories of Dad! Whether they were still here or had moved on, Dan wanted to hear all about “Dad!”  Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

    The Read Trial

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 43:10 Transcription Available


    Prosecutors and defense attorneys delivered their closing arguments today in Karen Read's second trial over the death of her boyfriend, BPD officer John O'Keefe. Dan shared the latest details from this case.Now you can leave feedback as you listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the FREE iHeart Radio app! Just click on the microphone icon in the app, and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

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