NightSide with Dan Rea

NightSide with Dan Rea

Dan is Rea is the host of NightSide on WBZ News Radio1030 every weeknight from 8:00pm to midnight.Full Bio

 

Bradley Jay Fills in on NightSide - Rundown for August 22, 2025

Consumer Red Flags & Tips! What general tricks do companies use to get you to purchase something or sign up for something you don't want? Kevin Brassler, the Executive Editor of Consumers’ Checkbook will join us this evening to discuss consumer red flags. In addition, Kevin can give examples of throwing away money on services and items that, while marketed as useful, are bad buys as well as worthwhile services and products that you could get for free. Be sure to tune in!

“Over My Dead Body!” Have you ever wondered where some of the weird phrases we use originated from? For example, chances are you've heard the phrase, "over my dead body" or "riding shotgun". How about the term “hungover”? Why do we use such bizarre expressions or terms? Bradley will discuss these phrases and terms and their origins! We also want to hear your example of an odd expression you hear a lot!

Self-Driving Cars. Is Boston ready for self-driving cars? While Waymo has been testing out their autonomous vehicles (AVs) here, there are no current plans for a commercial launch in the city as many local officials have their concerns or reservations about how AVs would work with Boston's unique road infrastructure. Have you ever been in a self-driving car? What was your experience like? Would you ever ride in an AV?

Call 617-254-1030 to join the conversation!


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