Monday Night Talk with Kevin Tocci on 959FM WATD

Monday Night Talk's State House Report feat. State Representative Ken Sweezey; April 27, 2026 Radio Segment

^{Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for April 27, 2026. The guest and topic for this segment includes a State House Report featuring State Representative Ken Sweezey, which is proudly sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass. The conversation will focus on the House taking up its version of the FY2027 state budget, updates from the supplemental budget conference committee, and progress on key legislation — including two Duxbury Beach bills that received favorable reports. The discussion also included the upcoming environmental bond bill, the House’s recently passed cellphone ban proposal for schools, and efforts to limit youth access to social media platforms until a certain age.}

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Monday Night Talk feat. Plymouth County Treasurer Tom O'Brien; April 20, 2026 Radio Segment

^{Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for April 20, 2026. The guest and topic for this segment includes Plymouth County Treasurer Tom O’Brien as he talks about a developing request from several member communities of the Plymouth County Retirement Association to extend the current funding schedule. With the system on track to be fully funded by FY2032, he talks about what would a change mean for local budgets, taxpayers, and long-term financial stability.}

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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 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}

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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.}

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Monday Night Talk - 959FM WATD; October 13, 2025 Radio Show

^{Welcome to Monday Night Talk podcast for October 13, 2025! Guests and topics for this podcast includes a discussion with Taunton Mayor Shaunna O’Connell who opens the show talking about her campaign for re-election. Local realtor Richard Rosen will share his insight on the spring & summer real estate market and what to expected for home sales in the fall. Matt Stanton, candidate for Brockton’s Ward 3 School Committee seat, visits the show to discuss his campaign for office. Gloria J. Browne-Marshall, author of, “A Protest History of the United States” will discuss her new book.}

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Monday Night Talk 959FM WATD - April 28, 2025 Radio Show

^{Welcome to Monday Night Talk podcast for April 28, 2025! Guests and topics for this podcast includes a State House Report with State Senator Mike Brady visits with a legislative update including the latest on committee assignments and the FY2026 budget. Father Adrian Milik from the Lights of Christ Catholic Collaborative will discuss how the local churches are dealing with the passing with the passing of Pope Francis and the process of choosing a new pontiff. Fraser Townley, moderator for Pembroke’s upcoming candidates forum, Peter L. Brown, President of the Pembroke Chamber of Commerce and Jonathan Grabowski, Vice President of Communications & Development for New England Village, who is holding a Pembroke Chamber of Commerce After Hours are promoting their respective events. Donald Sheehan and Victoria Bond from True Repertory Theatre along with playwright James Sullivan will stop by to share details on their upcoming performance of Ellen’s Boys.}

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Monday Night Talk 959FM WATD feat. Stephen Cole, Executive Director - Plymouth Economic Development Foundation

^{Welcome to another Monday Night Talk podcast from April 14, 2025! The topic for this podcast features Stephen Cole, Executive Director of the Plymouth Economic Development Foundation provides insight on the organization and where things stand when it comes to economic development in the community. State Representative Kathy LaNatra joins the hour long conversation that features Stephen Cole.}

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Monday Night Talk 959FM WATD - April 14, 2025 Radio Show

^{Welcome to Monday Night Talk podcast for April 14, 2025! Guests and topics for this podcast includes Whitman select board member Justin Evans, visits the show to discuss his campaign for re-election and share details on the town seek a $2 million dollar override for its Fiscal 2026 budget. Richard Rosen, chairman of the Whitman 150th Celebration Committee will provide an update on the town’s events to commemorate this special milestone. Stephen Cole, Executive Director of the Plymouth Economic Development Foundation will provide insight on the organization and where things stand when it comes to economic development in the community. State Representative Kathy LaNatra joins the hour long conversation that features Stephen Cole.}

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Monday Night Talk 959FM WATD - March 31, 2025 Radio Show

^{Welcome to Monday Night Talk podcast for March 31, 2025! Guests and topics for this podcast includes a visit by Weymouth Mayor Bob Hedlund to talk about several issues like the school’s finances, the town’s FY 2026 budget, the ongoing beach connection & coastal embankment stabilization project and much more. Stephen Cole, Executive Director of Plymouth Regional Economic Development Foundation and competitor in the Plymouth Area Chamber’s Dancing With Our Stars, share details on the competition in the charity event. Abington Council on Aging Director Amy Barrett and Cheryl Ames along with Tammy Murray, Hanover’s Director of Community & Elder Services stop by to share some of the activities they’ll be hosting this spring at their respective centers.}

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