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's State House Report feat. State Senator Dylan Fernandez; March 9, 2026 Radio Segment

^{Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for March 9, 2026. The topics for this segment, the State House Report with State Senator Dylan Fernandes, which is proudly sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass, includes 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.}

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

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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; 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; January 5, 2026 Radio Show

^{Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for January 5, 2026. The guest and topics for this podcast includes a conversation with outgoing Brockton Mayor Robert Sullivan who reflects on 20 years as an elected city official — including 7 terms as At-Large City Councilor and 3 terms as Mayor. He’ll look back on defining moments, the issues that mattered most, what’s next for him, and offer advice to Brockton’s incoming mayor and city council. NY Times bestselling author Casey Sherman joins the show to discuss a charity screening of his new Boston Strangler documentary at the Chatham Orpheum on Thursday, January 29, benefiting the Louis D. Brown Peace Institute, which supports families of murder victims. Ben Rabinovitz of the Hingham Militia Company shares his passion for American history and the Revolutionary War, plus a preview of local events planned to mark America’s 250th birthday.}

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

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Monday Night Talk - 959FM WATD; December 1, 2025 Radio Show

^{Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for December 1, 2025. The guest and topics for this podcast includes Brockton City Council President Jeff Thompson breaks down the latest on the November election recount ahead of the December 6th continuation. Whitman business owner Richard Rosen shares his take on the school district’s $1.4 million deficit and the layoffs impacting 25 teachers and paraprofessionals. Plymouth County Commissioner Greg Hanley provides a fresh update on county projects and what residents should know heading into 2026. Massasoit Theatre Company’s Mark Rocheteau & lead actor Emily Crosta (pictured) with a behind-the-scenes look at The Prom opening soon at the Buckley Performing Arts Center.}

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

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Monday Night Talk - 959FM WATD; November 10, 2025 Radio Show

^{Welcome to Monday Night Talk podcast for November 10, 2025! Guests and topics for this podcast includes the State House Report with State Representative Ken Sweezey who joins the show to discuss the FY25 closeout supplemental budget, proposed battery farms in Pembroke and Duxbury, three new bills filed about Duxbury Beach, and the Governor’s Drive Act. Steve Amico and Bob Hayes from the Hanson Holiday Committee stop by to preview this year’s festive holiday celebration at Town Hall on December 6th. Local veterans Travis Partington (USMC) and Anthony O’Brien Sr. (Navy) reflect on the importance of Veterans Day and share thoughts on local observances.}

^{Monday Night Talk is proudly sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass , Old Colony Planning Council 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 3, 2025 Radio Show

^{Welcome to Monday Night Talk podcast for November 3, 2025! Guests and topics for this podcast includes Greg Maynard from Maynard Strategies will share his insight on three local elections occurring this week in Brockton, Quincy and Weymouth. Cynthia McCall Hodges, candidate for the Brockton School Committee in Ward 2, provides insight on her campaign for office. Ulisses Varela, candidate for the Brockton City Council, discusses his run for the open Ward 1 seat. Boston-based authors Dr. Ellen Bassuk & Daniel Schoonover, will talk about their new book, “Between Two Worlds: A Psychiatrist and Her Son’s Quest for Compassionate Mental Health Care,” which is in book stores on December 11th.}

^{Monday Night Talk is proudly sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass , Old Colony Planning Council, Alcoholics Anonymous and the Committee to Elect Jean Bradley Derenoncourt. Committee to Elect Jeff Charnel and the Committee to Elect Moises Rodrigues.}

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Monday Night Talk on 95.9FM feat. Win Farwell, Candidate for Re-Election At-Large Councilor - Brockton City Council

^{Welcome to Monday Night Talk podcast for October 27, 2025! Guests and topics for this podcast includes a segment with Win Farwell, a Brockton At-Large City Councilor and a candidate for re-election, who talks about his campaign and some of the main issues in his race.}

^{Monday Night Talk is proudly sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass , Old Colony Planning Council, Alcoholics Anonymous and the Committee to Elect Jean Bradley Derenoncourt. Committee to Elect Jeff Charnel and the Committee to Elect Moises Rodrigues.}

^{Monday Night Talk is proudly sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass , Old Colony Planning Council, Alcoholics Anonymous and the Committee to Elect Jean Bradley Derenoncourt. Committee to Elect Jeff Charnel and the Committee to Elect Moises Rodrigues.}

^{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 Representative Alyson Sullivan-Almeida; October 27, 2025 Radio Segment

^{Welcome to Monday Night Talk podcast for October 27, 2025! Guests and topics for this podcast includes the State House Report with State Representative Alyson Sullivan-Almeida stops by to discuss returning from maternity leave along with the latest news from the State House.}

^{Monday Night Talk is proudly sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass , Old Colony Planning Council, Alcoholics Anonymous and the Committee to Elect Jean Bradley Derenoncourt. Committee to Elect Jeff Charnel and the Committee to Elect Moises Rodrigues.}

^{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 © 2025.}