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Monday Night Talk - 959FM WATD; June 1, 2026 Radio Show

^{Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for June 1, 2026. This week's  show starts with the State House Report, which is proudly sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass, features State Representative Alyson Sullivan Almeida who discusses her “No” vote on the House FY2027 budget, the amendments she championed for local aid, education, special education funding, and regional transportation—and why she took to the House floor during budget debate. Brockton City Council President Jack Lally joins the conversation to talk about the city’s FY2027 budget challenges, the recent trash fee increase, and how the mayor and city council are working together five months into the new administration. Then it’s all things motorsports with Myles Heger, Ben Bennett, and Paul Scally from Myles on Motorsports. We’ll talk NASCAR, the Sprint Cup and Truck Series, local short-track racing, and reflect on the recent passing of racing star Kyle Busch at age 41.}

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Monday Night Talk's State House Report feat. State Representative Steven Xiarhos; May 25, 2026 Radio Segment

^{Welcome to Monday Night Talk's State House Report for May 25, 2026, which is proudly sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass and features State Representative and Gold Star father Steven Xiarhos. The Representative reflects on the loss of his son, U.S. Marine Nick Xiarhos, who died while deployed in Afghanistan in 2009. Rep. Xiarhos discusses the true meaning of Memorial Day, the House’s work on the FY2027 budget and reacts to the disturbing Cambridge shooting involving a previously paroled offender firing dozens of rounds in broad daylight.}

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Monday Night Talk - 959FM WATD; May 25, 2026 Radio Show

^{Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for May 25, 2026. The show kicks off with the State House Report, proudly sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass, features State Representative and Gold Star father Steven Xiarhos who reflects on the loss of his son, U.S. Marine Nick Xiarhos, who died while deployed in Afghanistan in 2009. Rep. Xiarhos discusses the true meaning of Memorial Day, the House’s work on the FY2027 budget and reacts to the disturbing Cambridge shooting involving a previously paroled offender firing dozens of rounds in broad daylight. U.S. Marine veteran Travis Partington shares what Memorial Day means to veterans and provides an update on the successful community effort led by the Abington Veterans Service Office and Abington Rotary to fund a new transportation van for veterans needing rides to medical appointments free of charge. NY Times bestselling author Casey Sherman discusses his new book “The Killer and Frank Lloyd Wright” and announces major news — he and writing partner Dave Wedge will executive produce HUNTING WHITEY for Hulu alongside Ben Affleck. The project has been in development for the past year and filming begins in June.}

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Monday Night Talk - 959FM WATD; May 18, 2026 Radio Show

^{Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for May 18, 2026. Brockton Mayor Moises Rodrigues opens the show to break down Brockton’s FY2027 budget, his continued role as School Committee chairman, and the latest developments surrounding the city’s long-awaited new high school project. State Auditor Diana DiZoglio discusses the latest twist in the legal showdown over auditing the Massachusetts Legislature, including the Supreme Judicial Court ruling and the Attorney General finally authorizing outside counsel to move the case forward. Author Pauline Steinhorn shares the incredible true story behind Dreaming of the River: A Mother and Daughter’s Fight for Survival During the Holocaust — a powerful account of courage, resistance, survival, and unlikely heroes during one of history’s darkest chapters.}

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Monday Night Talk - 959FM WATD; May 11, 2026 Radio Show

^{Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for May 11, 2026. The guest and topic for this segment includes Whitman Select Board member Justin Evans who breaks down the recent Town Meeting and the road to a balanced FY2027 budget. Former Whitman Selectman Richard Rosen explains why he believes Proposition 2½ may need a modern-day makeover. Abington Town Manager Michael Maresco discusses the outcome of Town Meeting, tough financial choices, and the upcoming override vote. WATD Sports Director Quinn Kelly tries to make sense of the Bruins and Celtics playoff exits… while checking if the Red Sox season can still be rescued.}

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Monday Night Talk's State House Report feat. State Representative Michelle Badger; May 4, 2026 Radio Segment

^{Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for May 4, 2026. This segment is the 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.}

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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'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's State House Report feat. State Auditor Diana DiZoglio; April 13, 2026 Radio Segment

^{Welcome to the Monday Night Talk podcast for April 13, 2026. The guest and topic for this segment includes a State House Report with State Auditor Diana DiZoglio, which is sponsored by Tiny & Sons Glass. The Auditor joins the show to discuss the latest on her push to audit the Massachusetts Legislature.}

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

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