Monday Night Talk with Kevin Tocci on 959FM WATD

Monday Night Talk - 959FM WATD; May 4, 2026 Radio Show

^{Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for May 4, 2026. The guest and topic for this segment includes a State House Report featuring State Representative Michelle Badger, which is proudly sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass. The discussion will focus on tackling celiac disease legislation, Children’s Advocacy Day, and what the FY2027 budget means for school transportation. Chris Traietti of Granite Chin Promotions previews Rumble at the Rink II in Quincy — because apparently policymaking isn’t the only place where gloves come off! Republican gubernatorial candidate Brian Shortsleeve breaks down the MassGOP convention, the road to the September primary, and why he says Massachusetts needs a new direction. Award-winning filmmaker Noube Rateau discusses his impactful documentary Report Card: Danger of Failure and its ongoing screenings.}

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Monday Night Talk - 959FM WATD; April 6, 2026 Radio Show

^{Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for April 6, 2026. The guest and topic for this segment includes a Plymouth County Update with County Commissioner Chairwoman Sandra Wright, who breaks down the county budget, the final phase of ARPA fund distribution, her key initiatives, and her campaign for a fifth term this fall. New Bedford City Councilor Shawn Oliver joins the show to discuss being tapped as the Lieutenant Governor running mate alongside Brian Shortsleeve—and what their ticket is bringing to voters across Massachusetts. Whitman Select Board member Justin Evans talks about the town’s serious FY2027 budget challenges ahead of Town Meeting—including difficult conversations about potential cuts and the future of the public library. Rob Coakley stops by to preview and predict the biggest matchups for WrestleMania 42, coming to Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.}

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Monday Night Talk - 959FM WATD; March 30, 2026 Radio Show

^{Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for March 30, 2026. The guest and topic for this segment includes The State House Report with State Representative Kathy LaNatra, which is proudly sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass, as she discusses the newly passed PROTECT Act to boater safety laws making waves ahead of 2026 deadlines, plus local wins, earmarks, and a little Dancing with Our Stars recap. Transit safety takes center stage, as Jim Evers, President of Boston's Carmen Union Local 589 along with Vice President Bill Berardino, break down the impact of the new law signed by Governor Maura Healey—now making assaults on transit workers a felony. Republican gubernatorial candidate Mike Minogue joins the conversation on affordability, housing, and the future of Massachusetts. Plymouth author Andrew Botieri shares the story behind his book, The Magical Espresso Machine, and his incredible journey through a life-saving double organ transplant.}

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Monday Night Talk - 959FM WATD; March 23, 2026 Radio Show

^{Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for March 23, 2026. The guest and topics for this podcast includes The State House Report with State Representative Dave DeCoste, which is proudly sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass, as discussion focusing on House’s FY2027 budget debate to local override challenges — plus his reaction to the controversial parole decision involving Ronald Bonnoyer. Scott Lambiase, Kingston’s new Town Administrator checks in on stepping into the role, early challenges, and where the town’s budget currently stands. John Deaton, the Republican candidate for U.S. Senate breaks down his campaign, priorities, and the issues he says matter most to Massachusetts voters}

^{Monday Night Talk is proudly sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass and Alcoholics Anonymous.}

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Monday Night Talk - 959FM WATD; March 16, 2026 Radio Show

^{Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for March 16, 2026. The guest and topics for this podcast includes Brockton City Council President Jack Lally who discusses taking the gavel, working with the newly elected city council and incoming Mayor Moises Rodrigues, and the major issues the city will be tackling. Peter Brennan, Executive Director of the New England Convenience Store and Energy Marketers Association, explains the controversy over local “smell tests” some communities are using to outlaw certain nicotine pouches they suspect contain flavoring. Athena Giannaros, Executive Director of School on Wheels of Massachusetts, shares the story behind the nonprofit’s founding and how it supports students and families experiencing homelessness. Finally, Alexa Morris, co-author of The Courtyard, discusses the powerful memoir she wrote with her father-in-law, Benjamin Parket, about how neighbors helped hide his family during the Nazi occupation of Paris.}

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Monday Night Talk - 959FM WATD; March 9, 2026 Radio Show

^{Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for March 9, 2026. The guest and topics for this podcast includes the State House Report with State Senator Dylan Fernandes, which is proudly sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass, who stops by to discuss legislative developments and district issues since mid-January. Topics include the BRIGHT Act, the blue economy, and the importance of supporting tourism across the Plymouth & Barnstable district.}

^{Maurice Coleman, Senior Vice President at Bank of America, will discuss the unexpected costs many faced after the historic blizzard—from ice dam repairs and heating bills to car maintenance and snow removal—and share practical strategies for budgeting for seasonal emergencies.}

^{Newly appointed Abington Town Manager Michael Maresco (pictured) talks about getting acclimated to the community, addressing the town’s budget challenges, and the proposed $3.6 million Proposition 2½ override using a “menu format” for voters. He’ll also discuss the FY2027 budget outlook and how the town will educate residents ahead of Town Meeting.}

^{Dan Haley, Chief Legal Officer for Flock Safety, will discuss the growing national debate around license plate reader technology used by law enforcement. The technology recently helped capture the Brown University shooter, while cities like Cambridge, Massachusetts have raised privacy concerns and moved to ban their use.}

^{Matt Gambino, member of the Duxbury School Committee, will discuss his campaign for re-election and the financial challenges facing the district, including an override question and the proposed $1.8M feasibility study for the future of Alden School.}

^{Monday Night Talk is proudly sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass and Alcoholics Anonymous.}

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Monday Night Talk - 959FM WATD; March 2, 2026 Radio Show

^{Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for March 2, 2026. The guest and topics for this podcast includes a County Update with Plymouth County Commissioner Jared Valanzola who stops by with the latest following the committee’s recent reorganization. Plus, as a member of the Massachusetts Young Republicans, he shares his perspective on upcoming caucuses, the state Republican Convention, and the midterm elections. Victoria Bond, Associate Artistic Director of True Repertory Theatre, previews their upcoming production of The Odd Couple, opening March 6. Get ready for laughs and behind-the-scenes insight! Longtime prosecutor Greg Connor (pictured below) joins the program to discuss his campaign to succeed Michael Morrissey as Norfolk County District Attorney. Author David Dunaway talks about his fascinating new book, A Four-eyed World: How Glasses Changed the Way We See, exploring how something so small reshaped human history.}

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Monday Night Talk - 959FM WATD; February 23, 2026 Radio Show

^{Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for February 23, 2026. The guest and topics for this podcast includes the State House Report with Mike Brady — bringing the latest legislative updates straight from Beacon Hill and his district. Michael Ganshirt, President of Whitman & Hanson Dollars for Scholars — serving up details (and maybe a little flavor) on the upcoming Taste of Whitman & Hanson fundraiser. Lori Childs, Democratic candidate for the 5th Plymouth State Rep seat — talking campaign priorities, local issues, and the road ahead. Quinn Kelly, WATD Sports Director — breaking down what went wrong for the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX and what to expect from the Boston Red Sox as preseason ramps up.}

^{Monday Night Talk is proudly sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass and Alcoholics Anonymous.}

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Monday Night Talk - 959FM WATD; February 16, 2026 Radio Show

^{Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for February 16, 2026. The guest and topics for this podcast includes Brockton’s new mayor Moises Rodrigues joins us live. Sworn in last month after previously serving as interim mayor and at-large councilor, he now takes the reins following three terms of Robert Sullivan. We’ll dive into his early priorities, first-term goals, budget planning, the recent tensions between the Police Supervisors Union and Chief Brenda Perez, and the real challenges facing Brockton right now. Also in hour one: feeling the post-holiday credit card hangover? Maurice Coleman, Senior VP at Bank of America, shares smart, practical strategies to dig out of debt and build better financial habits for the year ahead.  In hour two, Republican candidate Tyler Macallister talks about his run for Congress in Massachusetts’ 9th District — the issues fueling his campaign and what voters are telling him on the trail. And we’ll close the night with former healthcare CEO and author Becca Pearce, discussing her new book You Don’t Have to Achieve to Be Loved — and why success doesn’t have to come at the expense of self-worth.}

^{Monday Night Talk is proudly sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass and Alcoholics Anonymous.}

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Monday Night Talk's State House Report feat. State Senator John Keenan; February 9, 2026 Radio Segment

^{Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for February 9, 2026. The topics for this segment, The State House Report with State Senator John Keenan, which is proudly sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass, includes the Senator assessing what’s happening on Beacon Hill as the new year kicks off the second half of the session — from the latest on the Bettor Health Act, to Governor Healey’s $63 billion dollar  FY2027 budget, plus updates on proposed cellphone bans in classrooms.} 

^{Monday Night Talk is proudly sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass and Alcoholics Anonymous.}

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