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A new article from the New York Times alleges that Democrats were involved in an effort to cause confusion during the Alaskan midterm election. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new study from Boston University on the correlation between NFL players and CTE estimates that 75% of players who died between 2008 and 2023 had CTE (chronic traumatic encephalopathy), which is a progressive neurodegenerative brain disease caused by repeated head impacts. With more information being released about the connection between contact sports and CTE, does it make you second guess allowing your kids to play contact sports? Julia Gallini, lead author of the BU study, will join us to discuss the study’s results. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Massachusetts ballot question 1 looks to expand the state’s public records law. A yes vote would support making records held by the state legislature and the governor's office subject to the state's public records law. The effort is being spearheaded by MA State Auditor Diana DiZoglio, who will join us this evening to discuss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony DiLorenzo is a Republican congressional candidate in New Hampshire’s 1st Congressional District, looking to win the seat currently held by Chris Pappas (who is running for U.S. Senate). He is a first-time candidate with an entrepreneurial background. Anthony will join us this evening to discuss his highly competitive race and what a vote for him would mean in this election. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A century after the death of legendary magician Harry Houdini, about 100 rare items connected to his life and career are heading to auction. The collection offers fans a chance to own a piece of magic history and get a closer look at the man who amazed audiences with his daring escapes and seemingly impossible tricks. Dan chatted with Gabe Fajuri, President at Potter & Potter Auctions, about what Houdini treasures are up for grabs! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A three-year-old soccer prodigy in Florida is at the center of a controversy after police were called to his game over a dispute between his parents and league officials. His mother says the incident left her son, Nevada, feeling traumatized and afraid to return to the league after he was allegedly targeted because of his soccer skills. The league director says the dispute involved disruptive behavior by Nevada’s parents, not simply the child’s talent. Should talented kids be held back so everyone else can keep up, or should youth sports find a way to challenge every player? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Halloween tradition is being canceled at Elm Street School in Walpole, where students will no longer be allowed to wear costumes or take part in the annual parade, with the school opting for a black-and-orange spirit day instead. The decision has upset parents and former students who say the parade was a special childhood memory. An online petition has already gathered nearly 400 signatures calling for the tradition to return, and its organizer, Liz Campbell, joined Dan! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boston’s Jamaicaway, Riverway and Arborway are being called some of the city’s most dangerous roads, with sharp curves, narrow lanes and limited separation between oncoming traffic. Since 2015, the three parkways have seen more than 1,600 crashes, including 501 that caused injuries, and at least 20 people have died in crashes along the route since 1989. Should Boston redesign these historic roads to make them safer, even if it means changing their scenic landscape? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Continued conversation about how according to a new Gallup Poll, 43% of Americans now have a positive view of socialism, climbing 4 percentage points since 2025. Gallup has measured Americans’ overall views of five economic concepts (small business, free enterprise, capitalism, socialism, and big business) steadily since 2010 and this year marks the first year that we’ve seen a rise in socialistic views. Favorability for big business has been on a downward trend since 2019.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

According to a new Gallup Poll, 43% of Americans now have a positive view of socialism, climbing 4 percentage points since 2025. Gallup has measured Americans’ overall views of five economic concepts (small business, free enterprise, capitalism, socialism, and big business) steadily since 2010 and this year marks the first year that we’ve seen a rise in socialistic views. Favorability for big business has been on a downward trend since 2019. Listener thoughts on what economic concept you favor here in America and why. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Tuesday, the Israelis will go to the polls in the first national vote since the Hamas-led attack on October 7, 2023, the deadliest security failure in Israel’s history, which ignited the wars that followed in Gaza, Lebanon, and Iran. It’s an important election not just in Israel but in the world as the Israeli people will have the chance to pass judgement on the leadership that presided over October 7th failures and determine whether or not Benjamin Netanyahu, the country’s longest-serving prime minister, should stay in power. Jeff Robbins, former delegate to the U.N. Human Rights Commission, joined Dan to discuss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Republican U.S. Senate nominee John Sununu, who held the seat from 2003 to 2009, is running again, this time to replace retiring Democratic Senator Jeanne Shaheen. Sununu is amidst a tight race against Democratic Representative and nominee Chris Pappas. Sununu joined the show to discuss the important issues facing New Hampshire and the country and what a vote for him this election would mean. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NightSide’s last hour of the week we like to keep it light and fun. In this 20th hour, and with Halloween coming up, Dan asked listeners what their favorite horror movie is! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Actor Kevin Bacon is having trouble receiving a package of his personal clothes delivered to his filming location in Ireland. Apparently, his package traveled all over the globe from New York, to France, to Germany, to Israel and the UK! Kevin took to social media to plead for help, asking for suggestions and questioning if he’s ever going to see his stuff again. Can you relate? Listeners shared their stories! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan has noticed President Trump has been using the same phrases in a variety of campaign speeches lately. Can you guess what he has been saying? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.