Monday Night Talk with Kevin Tocci on 959FM WATD

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.}

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

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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.}

^{Do you have a topic for a future show or info on an upcoming community event? Email us at mondaynighttalk@gmail.com}

^{If you're a fan of the show and enjoy our segments, you can either download your favorite segment from this site or subscribe to our podcasts through iTunes & Spotify today!  Monday Night Talk with Kevin Tocci, Copyright © 2026.}

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.}

^{Do you have a topic for a future show or info on an upcoming community event? Email us at mondaynighttalk@gmail.com}

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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.}

^{Do you have a topic for a future show or info on an upcoming community event? Email us at mondaynighttalk@gmail.com}

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Monday Night Talk - 959FM WATD; January 26, 2026 Radio Show

^{Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for January 26, 2026. The guest and topics for this podcast includes the State House Report with Representative Joan Meschino, sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass, as Rep. Meschino talks about Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll & DCR Commissioner Nicole LaChapelle’s recent visit to Hull, An update on her community media funding bill and Governor Maura Healey’s latest healthcare announcement. Plus, details on her new information-sharing initiative, The Meschino Minute Adam Gunn, Director of Abington Veterans Services provides details on a fundraiser to purchase a wheelchair-accessible vehicle providing free transportation to medical appointments for veterans and widows. Brian Shortsleeve, Massachusetts Republican Gubernatorial Candidate shares a campaign trail update and his vision for the Commonwealth. Hal Eisner, retired award-winning journalist & author, shares reflections from his memoir, My Accidental Career: My 58-Year Adventure as a Broadcast News Reporter.}

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

^{Do you have a topic for a future show or info on an upcoming community event? Email us at mondaynighttalk@gmail.com}

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Monday Night Talk - 959FM WATD; January 12, 2026 Radio Show

^{Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for January 12, 2026. The guest and topics for this podcast includes the State House Report with State Representative Michelle Badger, proudly sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass, as Rep. Badger breaks down her first legislative session, her powerful inaugural speech on the BRIGHT Act, and where her breast cancer and celiac disease bills stand as they move through the State House. Bob Hayes, local business owner, tells the unbelievable true story of being stranded in the Caribbean after U.S. airspace was suddenly closed following a dramatic military operation in Venezuela — and how he raced to get 17 family members home. Greg Maynard, with Maynard Strategies,  looks ahead to the high-stakes 2026 elections — from U.S. Senate to governor and key Plymouth County races. Paul Sullivan of Sullivan Tire shares how a 70-year family business is being turned over to its employees — and the remarkable philanthropic work happening behind the scenes.}

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

^{Do you have a topic for a future show or info on an upcoming community event? Email us at mondaynighttalk@gmail.com}

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Monday Night Talk - 959FM WATD; December 22, 2025 Radio Show

^{Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for December 22, 2025. The guest and topics for this podcast includes Plymouth County Commissioner Chairman Jared Valanzola with a year-end county update plus a look back at news and pop culture items from 2025. Elizabeth Dionne, Republican candidate for Massachusetts State Treasurer, talks campaign priorities and what’s at stake. Brockton City Councilor Win Farwell breaks down the marathon election recount and looks ahead to 2026}

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

^{Do you have a topic for a future show or info on an upcoming community event? Email us at mondaynighttalk@gmail.com}

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Monday Night Talk - 959FM WATD; November 17, 2025 Radio Show

^{Welcome to Monday Night Talk podcast for November 17, 2025! The guest and topics for this podcast is the State House Report with State Senator Dylan Fernandes, as we break down the latest from Beacon Hill, including the Holtec ruling, the passage of S.2696 — An Act Regarding Free Expression, updates on the data privacy bill, and where things stand with efforts to replace the Cape Cod bridges. Donnie Westhaver, CEO & Founder, Whitman Area Toy Drive, joins us as the organization enters its 25th year, sharing how the community can support this season’s efforts and what to expect at the Stuff an Ambulance & Cruiser event on December 2nd. Geoff Diehl, Former State Representative & State Committeeman, offers his perspective on the current political landscape, both here in Massachusetts and across the country. Michael Neagle, Author of Chasing Bandits: America’s Long War on Terror, talks about his new book and discuss how America’s complex history with unconventional warfare stretches back more than a century.}

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

^{Do you have a topic for a future show or info on an upcoming community event? Email us at mondaynighttalk@gmail.com}

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