Do you not get why some intelligent, educated people can get sucked into reality TV as a guilty pleasure? Is it in a lot of ways just less gratuitous sex? Radio personality, author and TV entertainer Cooper Lawrence joined Gary for this fun-filled discussion!

New York Times bestselling author Jeff Benedict spent five years inside the New England Patriots organization writing, “The Dynasty,” the story that chronicles the team's 20 years of dominance under Robert Kraft, Tom Brady, and Bill Belichick. Boston Globe Sports Columnist Chris Gasper join Gary to cover a variety of sports topics.

You practically cannot go anywhere nowadays without seeing Taylor Swift. She practically took over the NFL with a record-breaking increase in viewership this past season. Her Eras World Tour became the highest-grossing tour of all time. The last time an artist took over American culture was the Beatles in what became known as Beatle Mania! Rock DJ Cha Chi Loprete and Swiftie, Kiss 108 producer Rachael DeSantis joined Gary to discuss the Beatles vs. Taylor Swift. And, New York Times bestselling author Jeff Benedict spent five years inside the New England Patriots organization writing, “The Dynasty,” the story that chronicles the team's 20 years of dominance under Robert Kraft, Tom Brady, and Bill Belichick. Benedict joined Gary to cover a variety of sports topics.

Nearly four years after the world shut down due to the Covid-19 pandemic, mental health care providers are still seeing the effects of the shutdown on children, who were forced to leave school and isolation from their peers. Increased anxiety, depression, and greater dependence on parents are just some of the challenges. Dr. Phil Burke joined Gary to discuss.

Gary Tanguay Filled in on NightSide with Dan Rea It’s Oscars season and a handful of popular films released last year are up for an Academy Award. Some notable films include Barbie, Oppenheimer, The Holdovers, and more. Film critic Ty Burr spoke to Gary about his movie recommendations and what’s worth streaming right now!

Gary Tanguay Filled in on NightSide with Dan Rea With the high cost of secondary education leaving many students drowning in student loan debt when they graduate, one might ask themselves, is it worth it? Why do colleges cost so much? Does the hefty price tag associated with some of these college majors transfer over to attainable jobs in the real world?

Gary Tanguay Filled in on NightSide with Dan Rea With the high cost of secondary education leaving many students drowning in student loan debt when they graduate, one might ask themselves, is it worth it? Why do colleges cost so much? Does the hefty price tag associated with some of these college majors transfer over to attainable jobs in the real world? CNN Business Reporter Nicole Goodkind joined Gary to break it down. Then, Hollywood icon Lana Turner lived a lavish and exciting life in the limelight, even rivaling other actresses including Joan Crawford. Turner lived a life most dreamed about…that is until her life became violent and unpredictable after she began dating mobster Johnny Stompanato, a thug for the infamous west coast mob boss Mickey Cohen. Author Casey Sherman joined us on NightSide to discuss his book, “A Murder in Hollywood: The Untold Story of Tinseltown's Most Shocking Crime.”

Gary Tanguay Filled in on NightSide with Dan Rea Why is it that as a country it appears we just don’t have any good 2024 candidates for president? It appears we’re left with two lackluster options to choose from…Joe Biden and Donald Trump. Has the U.S. Presidency lost its shine? Politico Deputy Editor Calder McHugh joined Gary to discuss.

One Boston City Councilor is floating the idea of implementing congestion pricing for drivers heading into the city of Boston. The goal of congestion pricing is to reduce traffic and help fund transit improvements. Dan heard your opinion.

One Boston City Councilor is floating the idea of implementing congestion pricing for drivers heading into the city of Boston. The goal of congestion pricing is to reduce traffic and help fund transit improvements. Dan heard your opinion!