NightSide Begins 20th Year!

Christa Gail Pike’s scheduled execution in Tennessee was briefly halted Wednesday morning when a federal appeals court issued a stay, but the U.S. Supreme Court later lifted it, allowing the execution to move forward. Hours later, the lethal injection was stopped after Pike survived two doses of pentobarbital and remained alive, prompting her attorneys to seek emergency relief as Pike was taken to a hospital. Pike would have been the first woman executed by Tennessee in more than 200 years, and Governor Bill Lee has now suspended executions in the state for the rest of the year while the incident is reviewed. Dan discusses this bizarre turn of events.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Red Sox fans are expressing frustration after last night’s loss to the Yankees ended Boston’s season in a sweep. After a season that had fans excited about what this team could do, the postseason ended much sooner and much more painfully than anyone wanted. Now fans are left wondering what went wrong and what the Sox need to do this offseason to come back stronger next year. Dan Shaughnessy, sports columnist and associate editor at the Boston Globe, joined Dan for analysis!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today marks the start of year twenty for “NightSide!” Where did the time go? We’ve shared the big stories, the wild stories, the laughs, the debates, and plenty of moments you probably never expected to hear on the air. As we kick off year 20, Dan will reminisce about the past nineteen years and wants to hear what’s kept you listening all these years! Call in with your favorite moments and topics and help Dan start year twenty with a bang!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christa Gail Pike’s scheduled execution in Tennessee was briefly halted Wednesday morning when a federal appeals court issued a stay, but the U.S. Supreme Court later lifted it, allowing the execution to move forward. Hours later, the lethal injection was stopped after Pike survived two doses of pentobarbital and remained alive, prompting her attorneys to seek emergency relief as Pike was taken to a hospital. Pike would have been the first woman executed by Tennessee in more than 200 years, and Governor Bill Lee has now suspended executions in the state for the rest of the year while the incident is reviewed. Dan discusses this bizarre turn of events.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Continued conversation about a new report from MA Attorney General Campbell’s office finds that more than 270 Catholic clerics abused nearly 1,000 children across the Fall River, Springfield, and Worcester dioceses over several decades. The investigation also found cases where church leaders failed to act on allegations, moved accused priests to other parishes without disclosing the reasons, and did not consistently report allegations to law enforcement. Dan took a closer look at the findings, what the report says about the church’s handling of abuse allegations, and what could happen next for survivors and the three dioceses.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new report from MA Attorney General Campbell’s office finds that more than 270 Catholic clerics abused nearly 1,000 children across the Fall River, Springfield, and Worcester dioceses over several decades. The investigation also found cases where church leaders failed to act on allegations, moved accused priests to other parishes without disclosing the reasons, and did not consistently report allegations to law enforcement. Dan took a closer look at the findings, what the report says about the church’s handling of abuse allegations, and what could happen next for survivors and the three dioceses.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leaders from all six New England states gathered in Lowell today to talk about whether nuclear power could help meet the region’s growing demand for electricity. The one-day summit focused on newer, advanced nuclear technology, with discussions about safety, waste, and how these smaller reactors could fit into the region’s energy future. The meeting comes as Gov. Maura Healey pushes to repeal a Massachusetts law requiring a statewide vote before a new nuclear plant can be built. Dan was joined by Deb Katz, Executive Director of the Citizens Awareness Network, to discuss the group’s position on nuclear power.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A “Yes” vote on Massachusetts Ballot Question 2 would allow employees of the Committee for Public Counsel Services, the state agency that provides legal representation to people who cannot afford an attorney, to form a union and negotiate with the state over things like pay and working conditions.  Dan spoke with Tom McKeever, President of SEIU Local 888, who will explain what a “Yes” vote could mean for CPCS employees and the people they serve.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Continued conversation about how earlier this month, Republicans held a fundraiser at Montano's Restaurant in Truro on Cape Cod. Ed Medeiros, the owner of Montano's, claims that he and his business have been harassed on social media by people who are upset that he allowed the GOP event at his restaurant.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Earlier this month, Republicans held a fundraiser at Montano's Restaurant in Truro on Cape Cod. Ed Medeiros, the owner of Montano's, claims that he and his business have been harassed on social media by people who are upset that he allowed the GOP event at his restaurant. Ed Medeiros joined Dan to talk about the ugly comments that he now faces from anonymous critics intent on harming his business.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.