The South Shore’s Morning News on 95.9 WATD-FM

The South Shore's Morning News Week in Review -- Friday, June 19th, 2026

Welcome to another edition of our 'best in review' segments. In this episode we talk with author Meredith Walker about her new book: "Be Yourself and Other Bad Advice: A Teen Girl's Guide to Unlearning the Rules". Then author Sara Amini joins us to talk about her new book for middle school students called: "Mixed Feelings". Finally, it's our paws-n-claws segment with veterinarian Dr. Kyra Berg from Cape Cod Veterinarian Specialists as we talk about amphibians and when to take them to the vet. 

The South Shore's Morning News Week in Review -- Friday, June 12th, 2026

Welcome to the podcast! This week we start with true crime and a conversation with local author Springs Toledo as he talks about his new book "Don't Talk About Joe Mac: The Life, Wars, and Secret History of the Man Behind the Winter Hill Gang". Then we check in with our tech guy, David Snell, from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham as we're going to talk about how SIRI is getting smarter. Finally, it's author Michelle Balconi as she joins us to talk about a great book for children to learn about civics and the U.S. government called "Let's Talk About Democracy". 

The South Shore's Morning News Week in Review -- Friday, June 5th, 2026

Welcome to another week in review episode. This week we talked with Meg Dowdall from the Pembroke Farmers Market about the 2026 season! Then we checked in with our tech-talk guy David Snell from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham about Last Pass and a recent breach settlement and what it means to you. Later, Melissa Kaye from the Joshua Kaye Foundation checks in to tell us about a special event on June 7. Finally, Dr. John Hayes of Marshfield joins us to talk about Direct Primary Care.

The South Shore's Morning News Week in Review -- Friday, May 29th, 2026

Welcome to another week in review podcast! This week, bestselling author Lois Cahall joins us to talk about her new book: "Maybe Marilyn". Then, we talk with Jan Cress Dondi about her new book: "The Navigator's Letter: The True Story of Two WWII Airmen, a Doomed Mission, and the Woman Who Bound Them Together". Later, we check in with Jim Curran from Cape Cod 5 and host of Wealth and Wellbeing on WATD. Finally, it's health news with Dr. John Hayes of Marshfield. 

The South Shore's Morning News Week in Review -- Friday, May 22nd, 2026

Welcome to our week in review podcast. This week we take a look back at the end of CBS News Radio after nearly 100 years in existence. Craig Swagler, former Vice President and General Manager of CBS News Radio, joined us to take a look back at the history and what this means for journalism, broadcasting, and the American people. Then we talk with Emmy and Edward R. Murrow Award–winning CBS News national correspondent, Jonathan Vigliotti, about his new book: Torched: How a City Was Left to Burn, and the Olympic Rush to Rebuild L.A.
 
 

The South Shore's Morning News Week in Review -- Friday, May 15th, 2026

Welcome to another week in review. This week we spoke with Marshfield resident Meaghan Weymouth about a special fundraising event to honor her late husband, Andrew. It's the First Annual Andrew Weymouth Pickleball Fundraiser and Tournament June 6th and 7th at the Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield. Then we check with our tech guy, David Snell from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham as we discuss having your irises scanned to confirm identity and what will be done with that data. Later, it's #1 New York Times bestselling author Veronica Roth, best known for her dystopian Divergent trilogy, joins us to talk about her new book Seek the Traitor's Son. Finally, it's our South Shore Chamber of Commerce segment. This week Jonathan Boyar, owner of Ecologic Entomology joined us to talk about innovative pest control solutions across Boston and the South Shore. Built on technology, smart chemistry, and integrity, Ecologic Entomology delivers trusted residential and commercial pest control services.

The South Shore's Morning News Week in Review -- Friday, May 8th, 2026

Welcome to this week's podcast. This week we have David Snell from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham joining us to talk about all the home devices you may have that are connected to the Amazon network and what that means. Then it's our South Shore Chamber of Commerce segment with Tim Cahill and special guest Boaz Levin from BCL Law in Braintree. Later Dr. John Hayes joins us with tips to stay healthy through the summer. And finally, it's our Paws & Claws segment with Jenny Freedman from Groom With Me in Hull. 

The South Shore's Morning News Week in Review -- May 1st, 2026

Welcome to the podcast! This week Rob talks with Steven Karidoyanes from the Plymouth Philharmonic about their amazing Broadcast concert. Then, it's Massachusetts bestselling author Julie Johnson to talk about her new book "The Sea Spinner". David Snell our tech guy from ACT SMART I.T. in Wareham joins us to talk about what to do when your home security expert gets hacked. Then it's Plymouth County entomologist Blake Dinius to talk about ticks on the South Shore. 

The South Shore's Morning News Week in Review -- Friday, April 24th, 2026

Welcome to our 'Week in Review' Podcast! This week we talk about how China is cracking down on scams, just not the ones affecting us. David Snell from ACT Smart I.T. explains. Then, it's our South Shore Chamber of Commerce segment. This week we will talk about a great mentoring program called SCORE. Finally, it's the Wednesday Whine with Francesca. Every week, Francesca tells us what's bugging you. Sponsored by Pioppis!

The South Shore's Morning News Week in Review -- Friday, April 17th, 2026

Welcome to the podcast! This week, we check in with our tech guy David Snell from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham. Then we discuss cell phone bans in schools. What do you think? We'll talk with a doctor who explains the medical science on why it's necessary. Then, Curry College President Jay Gonzalez joins us to talk about what's new on campus and the challenges faced by colleges today. Rob of course is a proud 1996 graduate of Curry.