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

The South Shore's Morning News Week in Review -- Friday, October 18th, 2024

First in this episode is Rob's conversation with bestselling author Alice Hoffman as she talks about her new novel: "When We Flew Away". This novel is about one of contemporary history's most acclaimed figures, exploring the little-known details of Anne Frank's life before she went into hiding. Then Rob and Beth welcome Bob Terravecchia from Coastal Heritage Bank as we talk about the United States debt and is it sustainable? Finally, science author and journalist Erika Engelhaupt about her new "Go to Hell: A Traveler's Guide to Earth's Most Otherworldly Destinations". 

South Shore Spooks, Volume 3: USS Salem in Quincy

Our October feature, South Shore Spooks, continues this week as we step aboard the last remaining heavy cruiser, the USS Salem in Quincy. The ship is steeped in history with its past as a makeshift hospital in the Mediterranean Sea during the Ionian Earthquake crisis of 1953, many trips across the Atlantic Ocean, and finally resting now in the same place it was built: the old Quincy Shipyard near Quincy Point. Listen in as we tour the boat with Navy Veteran and paranormal investigator Don DeCristofaro. Don is the founder of The Greater Boston Paranormal Associates and holds weekly tours during the USS Salem's open season that runs between April & November. Listen in on our spooky ship adventures!

The South Shore's Morning News Week in Review -- Friday, October 11th, 2024

In this episode, Rob and Beth first check in with Bob Terravecchia from Coastal Heritage Bank about a new program called "FedNow". Then we check in with David Snell from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham about changing passwords. Finally, we talk with Lois Cahall founder of the Cape Cod Book Festival. 

South Shore Spooks Volume 2: The Historic Winslow House

Many people report seeing "figures" in the windows as they drive down Careswell street in Marshfield, passing by The Historic Winslow House. Being that the house is one of the oldest in the state of Massachusetts, we wanted to investigate this eerie residence ourselves. We spoke to Winslow House board member Kathleen O'Connor who mentioned she sometimes doesn't feel anything inside, but other moments...she does. One moment was actually a little TOO spine tingling for Kathleen. Play the audio below to find out and listen live to South Shore Spooks airing Fridays in October at 7:45am on 95.9 WATD! 

South Shore Spooks - Volume 1- S.P.I.R.I.T.S New England

Volume 1 of "South Shore Spooks", a new feature of The South Shore's Morning News on 95.9 WATD. Listen on as we talk with Ellen MacNeil, founder & investigator of S.P.I.R.I.T.S. New England, a paranormal investigation group. We discuss an active paranormal investigation from North Easton, MA, Ellen's personal inspiration to start the group, and what exactly happens on "the other side". South Shore Spooks airs Fridays in October at 7:45am on 95.9 WATD!

The South Shore's Morning News Week in Review -- Friday, October 4th, 2024

In this episode Rob and Beth start with David Snell from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham about Kapersky's abrupt exit from the US market. Then we talk about the upcoming 2024 Walk to End Alzheimer's in Plymouth. Finally, Julie Costa joins us to tell her story about "Miss Louise Prom Closet".  

The South Shore's Morning News Week in Review -- Friday, September 27th, 2024

In this episode Rob and Beth start with our Tech Guy David Snell from ACT Smart IT in Wareham about password reset phishing emails. Then we check with Bob Terravecchia from Coastal Heritage Bank as we talk about the economy and also touch upon September being Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Finally, we talk with writer and music journalist Annie Zaleski about her new book: "Taylor Swift: The Stories Behind the Songs".

The South Shore's Morning News Week in Review -- Friday, September 20th, 2024

This episode starts with as we talk Brian "Uncle John" Boone about the 37th edition of "Uncle John's Action Packed Bathroom Reader". Then Rob and Beth talk with historian and biographer Max Boot about his new book "Reagan: His Life and Legend". Then we welcome Larry Carpman and Lindsay Purcell hosts of the Marshfield produced podcast "Deep Dives and Light Laughs". Rob Hakala was their guest for episode 11. 

The South Shore's Morning News Week in Review -- Friday, September 13th, 2024

In this episode, Rob starts with a conversation with author Richard J. King about his new book: "Sailing Alone: A Surprising History of Isolation and Survival at Sea". Then, we check in with our tech guy, David Snell, from ACT Smart IT in Wareham as we talk about Apple's "Glowtime" event. Finally, Rob and Beth talk with baseball writer/editor Timothy Malcolm about his new book: "Baseball Road Trips: The Complete Guide to all the Ballparks with Beer, Bites, and Sights". (2nd Edition)

The South Shore's Morning News Week in Review -- Friday, September 6, 2024

Rob starts this episode with Bob Terravecchia from Coastal Heritage Bank. We talk about going back to school and also discuss recent concerns about inflation. Later, we talk with Kerri Carafoli and Leigh Lopes from the Jordan Hospital Club about their upcoming Cornhole Tournament. Then, Dr. John Hayes stops by to discuss the effects of cannabis on mental health.