Monday Night Talk with Kevin Tocci on 959FM WATD

^{Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for September 7, 2026. This segment features the State House Report with State Representative David DeCoste, who discusses Massachusetts spending and the latest on the economic development bill in conference committee.}

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^{Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for September 7, 2026. The show begins with the State House Report with State Representative David DeCoste, who discusses Massachusetts spending and the latest on the economic development bill in conference committee. Christopher Perry, who chairs the committee overseeing restorations of the park, provides updates on the Pembroke Veterans Memorial Park Revitalization Project. Donald Sheehan and Victoria Bond from True Repertory Theatre discuss their upcoming carnival-themed fundraiser and the premiere of the new production “Hold Please! Drama, Dialysis, Dead-End Jobs, and How Katherine Helmond Saved My Soul.”}

^{Finally, Jerry Thornton of Barstool Sports joins us with his take on the New England Patriots, from training camp to what fans can expect during the 2026 NFL season!}

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Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for August 31, 2026. The show opens with Brockton City Council President Jack Lally joining the program to discuss the push for a new high school, the city’s financial future, and whether Brockton can afford to add the Aquaria desalination plant to the shopping list. Patrick Roath, Democratic candidate for the 8th Congressional District, talks about his campaign and his challenge to incumbent Congressman Stephen Lynch. Political strategist Greg Maynard stops by on the eve of the September 1st Primary to break down some of the biggest races — from U.S. Senate and Congress to State Representative and Plymouth County Commissioner. And Quinn Kelly, WATD Sports Director and host of The Sports Exchange, gets us ready for fall sports, the MIAA’s new football playoff format, the Patriots’ season kickoff and the Red Sox’ remarkable turnaround.

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^{Welcome to a segment of the Monday Night Talk podcast for August 24, 2026. This portion of the show is the State House Report with State Representative Michelle Badger and Laurie Hutcheson, Executive Director of the Lobular Breast Cancer Alliance, as the discussion focuses on the importance of raising awareness about lobular breast cancer, legislation recognizing October 15 as Lobular Breast Cancer Awareness Day, the challenges of early detection, and the LBCA’s upcoming cross-country awareness bus tour from California to Boston.} 

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^{Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for August 24, 2026. The show kicks off with the State House Report with State Representative Michelle Badger and Laurie Hutcheson, Executive Director of the Lobular Breast Cancer Alliance, discuss the importance of raising awareness about lobular breast cancer, legislation recognizing October 15 as Lobular Breast Cancer Awareness Day, the challenges of early detection, and the LBCA’s upcoming cross-country awareness bus tour from California to Boston. The Road to September 1: Massachusetts Republican gubernatorial candidate Brian Shortsleeve joins us just before the Republican Primary to discuss his campaign, the issues facing Massachusetts, and where things stand heading into Election Day. The primary is scheduled for September 1.}

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^{Welcome to Monday Night Talk's State House Report for August 17, 2026, which is proudly sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass and features State Representatives Kathy LaNatra & Alyson Sullivan-Almeida. The discussion focused on the state taking action on kratom, the recently passed economic development bill, affordability, the push to audit the state legislature, constituent services, and their reelection plans.} 

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^{Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for August 17, 2026. The show kicks off with the State House Report with State Representatives Kathy LaNatra and Alyson Sullivan-Almeida join us to discuss the state taking action on kratom, the recently passed economic development bill, affordability, the push to audit the state legislature, constituent services, and their reelection plans. Plymouth Select Board Chairperson Deb Iaquinto and former State Representative Matt Muratore discuss their effort to change the Town of Plymouth’s charter and what it could mean for the community. UFC legend Joe Lauzon joins the show to talk about his  upcoming Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship card at Fenway Park on August 29th!}

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^{Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for August 10 2026. This is the State House Report with State Senator Dylan Fernandes, as the discussion looks at the  changes to tourism, money secured for Plymouth, and provisions in the economic development bill — including new guidelines involving secondary concert and event ticket sales.}

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^{Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for August 10 2026. The show kicks off with the State House Report with State Senator Dylan Fernandes, as the discussion looks at the  changes to tourism, money secured for Plymouth, and provisions in the economic development bill — including new guidelines involving secondary concert and event ticket sales. Retired United Airlines flight attendant Paul Veneto has pushed an airline beverage cart more than 750 miles since 2020, following routes symbolizing the flight paths of the four aircraft hijacked on September 11, 2001. Paulie is preparing for what he hopes will be his final journey, pushing the cart from Boston toward Manhattan in honor of the flight crews — the “first, first responders” of 9/11. He wants people along the route to join him, share their stories and help keep the memory alive. Former UFC fighter and current BKFC competitor Peter "Slippery Pete” Barrett stops by to talk about his career, the transition to bare-knuckle fighting and his upcoming August 29 fight card at Fenway Park! Casey Sherman, Bestselling author joins the show to talk about two upcoming events. Sherman will visit the Chatham Orpheum on August 13th to discuss the inspiration behind his acclaimed book The Finest Hours, the incredible true story of courage, sacrifice and survival during one of the most daring rescues in Coast Guard history. The evening will also include a Q&A and book signing. Then on August 17th, there’s a LIVE READ performance of Casey Sherman’s Ice Bucket Challenge movie script. Proceeds benefit Women of Fishing Families, which raises money for local fishing families in need.}

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^{Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for August 3 2026. Stephen Pina, Brockton School Committee member, discusses plans for Brockton’s new high school, educational spending, and the future of the city’s public schools. Francis Crimmins, candidate for Governor’s Council (2nd District), joins us to talk about his campaign and why, after decades serving Massachusetts as a judge, attorney, and public servant, he believes the Governor’s Council should prioritize qualifications, accountability, and public safety. Korey Welch , one of three Republican candidates in the September 1 Plymouth County Commissioner Primary, shares why he’s running and discusses the issues shaping his campaign. Eileen Isola, lead writer of the newly released book Necessary Turbulence: Fifty Years, One Unbreakable Sisterhood Forged in the Crucible of the Air Force Academy, reflects on the groundbreaking legacy of the first women admitted to the U.S. Air Force Academy in 1976. Drawing on the stories of 108 contributors spanning five decades, the book chronicles the courage, sacrifice, and determination of the women who helped reshape the U.S. military while opening doors for future generations.}

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