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

Welcome to another recap of The South Shore's Morning News. This week we spoke with Richard Pickering from Plimoth Patuxet Museums about Mayflower II going to Boston as part of the Tall Ships presentation. Then, we talked with Gary Leavitt about the 4th of July. Later, it was our tech guy David Snell from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham. Finally, we connected with Matthew Martin, of End Hunger New England, as part of our South Shore Chamber of Commerce report with Tim Cahill. 

Welcome to the week in review podcast! This week we welcomed Hank and Lily from Scituate. Two great kids who raised several hundred dollars for the Scituate Animal Shelter with their lemonade stand. Then, we talked with the South Shore Conservatory about the 2026 Duxbury Music Festival. Finally, Howard Freedman joined us to talk about things to do in the summer to prepare for college. 

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. 

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". 

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.

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. 

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.    

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.

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. 

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. 

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!

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. 

Welcome to another week in review episode. This week, we start talk Pembroke History with Miles Prescott and Steve Herman from the Pembroke Historical Society. See if you know the answers to the Pembroke trivia. Then did you Google has been keeping a diary on you? Our tech guy David Snell from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham will explain. Then it's our South Shore Chamber of Commerce segment with Tim Cahill and special guest Joanne Burke-Sherman founder of Dharma Dreams Vocational Center in Hanover.

Welcome to our week in review podcast. This week Rob talks with Dan Rodricks, a South Shore native and long-term journalist, about his one-man play, “Wicked Good: A South Shore Anthology,” on April 11th at 7:00pm. The play features humorous and poignant monologues about Rodricks’ experiences, season by season, growing up on the South Shore. It also includes music and projected imagery. Then, we check in with our tech guy David Snell from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham about the risks of foreign-made routers. Are they a national security threat? The FCC says they are. And finally, Matt Grace, author, speaker, and transformational recovery expert, joins us to talk about his new book: "God Doesn't Relapse: Sex Drugs, and the Life that Almost Killed Me". 

Welcome to another week in review! This week we start with author Jay Atkinson has he tells us about his new book: "Storrow Drive". Jay's literary fiction follows a Boston reporter embedded with an FBI anti-gang task force, blurring the lines between journalism and law enforcement as he gets drawn into a manhunt for a major drug dealer. Then, Congressman Seth Moulton calls in to talk about why he's running against Senator Ed Markey. Finally, our tech guy David Snell from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham talks about how A.I. is everywhere. Should we embrace it?

Welcome to our week in review. In this episode we start off with our tech guy David Snell from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham and discuss the rising prices of computers and the reasons why. Then we talk baseball with Scott S. Parker author of "Baseball's Unlikely: A Constant". Later, Dr. John Hayes stops by to remind us to please don't believe everything you read on the internet when it comes to your health. Finally, we discuss 'Irish Goodbyes' and interest rates with Bob Terravecchia, CEO of Coastal Heritage Bank. 

Welcome to another week in review. First, we check in with our tech guy David Snell from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham as we discuss myths vs. facts about Windows 12 . Then we talk with Bob Terravecchia, CEO of Coastal Heritage Bank, about the former South Weymouth Naval Air Station and the future development plans. Finally, we talk with Lorelei D'Avolio from Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists about 'Budgies' and if they make good pets. 

Welcome to our 'week in review' podcast. This week we check in Bob Terravecchia, CEO of Coastal Heritage Bank, and discuss how actions in the Middle East are impacting the economy and markets. Then, Connor Yunits, chair of Housing Massachusetts, joins us to talk about why approving a rent control ballot question would be bad for the Commonwealth. Later, Andrea Mansfield, Executive Director of Friendship Home, joins us to discuss their upcoming gala. Finally, Rob and Laurie talk about Daylight Saving Time. 

Welcome to another episode. This week we talk with Christine Kuehn about her new book about her true family story. It's called "Family of Spies: A World War II Story of Nazi Espionage, Betrayal, and the Secret History Behind Pearl Harbor". Then we welcome students from Furnace Brook Middle School about their upcoming production of "Mean Girls Jr". Then it's our pet segment with the founder of Buddy & Friends Animal Rescue in Pembroke, Tiffany McNeil. 

Welcome to another edition of the week in review! This week, we talk all about Ring doorbell cameras with our tech guy, David Snell, from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham. Then we chat with Kerri Carafoli and Ally Westberg from Jordan Hospital Club about the upcoming Polar Plunge and the fundraising gala. Finally, it's our South Shore Chamber of Commerce segment with Tim Cahill. 

We start the week in review by taking a look ahead at The Big Game with our Sports Director Quinn Kelly. Then, it's Bob Terravecchia, CEO of Coastal Heritage Bank, with a conversation on the price of gold. Finally, it's February and American Heart Month, so Dr. John Hayes stops by to talk about heart health. 

Welcome to the 'Week in Review'! We start first with a conversation about puzzles with Highlights Magazine puzzle editor Allison Kane. Then local author William J. Goyete joins us to talk about his new thriller: "Phobia". Then it's our tech guy, David Snell from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham with a new data breach to watch out for. Finally, it's Dr. John Hayes from Marshfield with a reminder about asking questions when you visit the doctor. 

Welcome to the week in review! In this episode, we check in with Bob Terravecchia, CEO of Coastal Heritage Bank, as we talk about "No Buy January". Then, it's our tech-talk segment with David Snell from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham. Later, Dr. John Hayes stops by to talk about the importance of early screening for Cancer. Finally, Amy Naples from the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce joins us announcing this year's "Dancing with our Stars" fundraiser for the Plymouth One Fund. 

Welcome to another week in review. In this episode, we start with our Sports Insider, Quinn Kelly, with a preview of the Patriots vs. Texans matchup. Then, we check in with our tech guy, David Snell, from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham about a grocery chain using facial recognition. Later, we talk with CBS Military Analyst Jeff McCausland about the latest in Iran. Finally, it's our South Shore Chamber of Commerce segment with Tim Cahill. 

Welcome to another week in review. This week we check in with Dr. John Hayes from Marshfield with a discussion on what we need to know about the flu. Then, we talk with Kington 300th committee about some of great events happening in Kingston to celebrate in 2026. Finally, it's our tech talk segment with David Snell from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham as we discuss a new scam involving bitcoin ATM's. 

In this episode we talk with Bob Terravecchia, CEO of Coastal Heritage Bank, with a focus on Christmas movies. Then we check in with CBS Entertainment Reporter Matt Wolfe with an update on the death of Rob Reiner and his wife Michelle. Sarah Janssen, Editor of the World Almanac, talks about the 2026 edition. Finally, it's our South Shore Chamber segment with a focus on the Pembroke Chamber of Commerce. 

We start this week's episode with Bob Terravecchia, CEO of Coastal Heritage Bank, and a discussion on the Fed's decision to cut interest rates. Then, we talk with actress Jennifer Traficante-Porrata, originally from Kingston, about her new Christmas movie: "Saint Nick of Bethlehem". Finally, Chris Bethoney of the Bethoney Builders Podcast show on WATD checks in with exciting news about himself and his daughter Sophia meeting with Governor Maura Healey. 

Welcome to another edition of the week in review! This week, we talk with Bob Terravecchia, CEO of Coastal Heritage Bank, about major brands/companies that have disappeared. Then, we talk with best-selling author David Baldacci about his newest thriller 'Nash Falls'. Later, David Snell from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham joins us to talk about the battle for AI autonomy: Amazon vs. Perplexity AI. Finally, Dr. John Hayes joins us to talk about the state of healthcare in the U.S. today.

This week Rob talks with Bob Terravecchia, CEO of Coastal Heritage Bank, about the 50 year mortgage. Then, we check in with our tech guy, David Snell, from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham. Then finally, we spend time with Paul Gorman, CEO of the South Shore YMCA, as he reflects back on his amazing 16 years leading the organization before he retires in January 2026. 

Welcome to another edition of our 'week in review'. This week we start with a fascinating and to be honest, somewhat scary, conversation with David Snell from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham about A.I. and how artificial intelligence is and could be used to replace LIVE radio hosts. Yikes! Then, author John Beyer joins us to talk about his new book: "Live A Little Better:  One Man's Journey of Survival, Sobriety, and Success". Then Rob and Christine talk about a new survey that says Gen Z thinks carrying cash around is 'cringe'.  

Rob starts the week in review by talking about food scarcity and the need for more food donations with South Shore Chamber CEO Tim Cahill and Pam Denholm, Executive Director of the South Shore Food Bank. Later, Bob Terravecchia, the CEO of Coastal Heritage Bank, stops by the studio to discuss the latest interest rate news and a conversation on the worst Halloween candy. Finally, local author Michael J. Foy stops by to talk about latest ebook/audio book: "The Ghostly Hand of Retribution". 

Welcome to another week in review. We start with the CEO of Coastal Heritage Bank, Bob Terravecchia, as we talk about many interesting money idioms. Then we talk about the Jordan Hospital Club in Plymouth and what they do to support BID Plymouth. Later, David Snell from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham joins us to talk about having all your technology support in one basket. Finally, Rob talks about proposed legislation in Massachusetts that would limit self-checkouts in stores. 

Welcome to another 'Week in Review'. This week, we start with an amazing interview with Braintree Girl Scout Rileigh McLoughlin who received the Medal of Honor, which is a prestigious national level award, recognizing Rileigh's heroic achievements in saving her neighbor's life. Then, the wait is over! Beloved by trivia buffs, bathroom philosophers, and casual readers everywhere, Uncle John is back with its 38th annual edition. Brian Boone joins us with all the details. Finally, it's our "Paws & Claws" segment with our friends from Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists as we answer your pet questions. 

Welcome to another week in review. This week, we talk with Bob Terravecchia, CEO of Coastal Heritage Bank about financial literacy and Massachusetts schools. Then, it's our South Shore Chamber of Commerce segment with chamber CEO Tim Cahill. Later, our tech guy, David Snell joins us from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham about what might be wrong with your FREE anti-virus program. Finally, Rob laments the closure of another Friendly's restaurant. 

Welcome to another week in review. This week we talk with Adrienne Sullivan, the owner of Sullivan's Castle Island, along with the General Manager of the Hanover location, Laura Lambert. They join us to talk about the new Hanover location along with the details about the WATD/Sullivan's Castle Island "Sully" or "Seagully" contest. Then we check in with our tech guy, David Snell, at ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham as we discuss text scams. Finally, Pamela Schwabe and Sandra Smith join Rob to preview the upcoming "Walk to End Alzheimer's" in Plymouth on October 25th. 

Welcome to another edition of the week in review. This week we start with award-winning author and illustrator Brian Lies as he joins us to preview his newest book: "Cat Nap". Then we check in with our tech guy, David Snell from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham as he discuss the latest A.I. issue involving Chrome. Later, Dr. John Hayes joins us to discuss heart health and the family factors. Finally, Rob and Christine discuss a possible solution to prevent shoplifting. 

Welcome to another week in review episode. This week we talk about the 250th anniversary of the Revolution and a great upcoming series of lectures in Hingham with local historians John Galluzzo and Hilary Goodnow. Then, it's Bob Terravecchia from Coastal Heritage Bank as we talk about more Americans living alone. Finally, it's our Paws and Claws segment with Corinne from the Animal Protection Center of Southeastern Massachusetts. 

Welcome to another edition of our 'week in review' podcast. This week, we talk with Tish Adams from the Marshfield Hills General Store about the 'Run for the Hills 5k' held on Labor Day. We also talk about the end of summer and Genny's Ice Cream closing up for the season. Then, we check in with Bob Terravecchia from Coastal Heritage Bank about does money really bring happiness? Later, our tech guy, David Snell from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham about Macs under attack and a new info-stealing malware known as 'shamos'. Finally, Rob and Christine chat about the end of summer and Labor Day. 

Welcome to another edition of our 'week in review'. This week we start with a special interview with Lizzie, her brother and mom about a special car show to benefit "Lizzie's Ladybugs". Then we check in with our tech guy David Snell from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham. Finally, it's our South Shore Chamber of Commerce segment. 

Love Bites is a weekly segment on The South Shore’s Morning News with lifestyle coach Francesca Luca. You can listen for advice every Wednesday morning at 9:10. The Francesca Luca Show airs every Wednesday evening between 8 and 9pm. Dating App Burnout Is Real But It Doesn’t Have to Be Your Reality You’ve heard it before and maybe even said it yourself: Dating apps suck. But here’s the truth: What you think about, you bring about. If you keep saying the apps are trash, guess what they’ll feel like? Trash. That said… let’s not pretend dating app burnout isn’t real. Because oh, it is. Loudly. And for good reason. Too Many Choices Are Killing Effort When it feels like there’s always someone better just one swipe away, why invest energy in the person right in front of you? Abundance can create apathy. And that apathy is showing up everywhere, half-baked convos, lazy replies, and no actual follow-through. People Aren’t Always Dating With Intention Let’s be honest: Some people are on apps because they’re bored. Some are looking for a hookup. Some just want attention. And some? They genuinely have no idea what they’re looking for. The result? A sea of mixed signals, ghosting, and “good morning” texts that somehow feel like winning the lottery (when they really shouldn’t). Real Connection Takes Something Most Are Afraid to Give: Effort In a world full of “whatchadoing” and disappearing acts, effort is sexy. Someone who replies thoughtfully, asks questions, and actually plans a date? That’s not just rare, it’s a unicorn. Vulnerability Is the Missing Piece Apps make it easy to stay surface-level. There’s no tone. No eye contact. No real emotional risk. But also? No real connection. Because what does connection actually require? Being brave enough to show up, even if it means you might not be chosen. Most People Are Scared to Show Up It’s not that people don’t want to try. It’s that trying feels dangerous now. Fear of rejection. Fear of wasting time. Fear of caring more than the other person. So what do people do instead? Hide behind sarcasm, detachment, or worse, ghosting. So What Can You Do? Here’s your real-world dating app survival guide minus the fluff: 1. Swipe With Clarity, Not Boredom Don’t scroll just to scroll. Know what you want and be bold enough to say it. Mixed intentions lead to mixed results. 2. Vet Faster. Meet Sooner. Exit Quicker. No more small talk purgatory. No pen pals, PAAAAALEASE!!!!! Video chat or meet (safely) within a week. If it fizzles, let it. Next. 3. Upgrade Your Profile Vibe Your bio is not your body. Add personality, not just pics. LIMIT THE DOG PHOTOS! No more “If you can’t handle me at my worst…” energy. Say what you're into, what lights you up. Ask a friend to review your profile. Seriously. They know your vibe better than you think. 4. Stop Fishing With the Same Bait Tired of dating the same type? Change your type. Your swipes reflect your vibe not the app. If you're exhausted, maybe it's your energy, not your algorithm. 5. Filter Out the Flakes If they’re dry in the chat, they’ll be dull on the date. If they can’t form a sentence or ask you a real question? Keep it moving. 6. Red Flags Aren’t Pink If someone says, ‘I’m not looking for anything serious’,  believe them.” Don’t try to decode unclear signals. Attention isn’t connection. Intention is. Final Thought: Real People. Real Eye Contact. Real Life. Your dating life doesn’t live inside a screen. Log off sometimes. Meet people where the Wi-Fi’s weak and the eye contact is strong. Because at the end of the day? You’re not looking for a swipe. You’re looking for a spark.

Tech Talk is a weekly feature all about the tech world on The South Shore’s Morning News with David Snell of ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham. Listen to David discuss the latest information you need regarding the tech and computer world on Tuesday mornings at 8:10. Check out our Features Page here for previous episodes.  David Snell of ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham always knows the best tech advice to give us during our weekly 'Tech Talk' and this week... we got serious! Your data, our data, everyone's data... could be found online. Have you ever searched for yourself or somebody else and realized how much personal information is on the internet!? Your personal information could probably be found in different online databases... one of which called the National Public Data, which now goes by "free people search engine":  One such database is National Public Data, a background check site formerly operated by Jerico Pictures Inc. In early 2024, the company suffered a massive cyberattack by a group called USDoD, resulting in the leak of 2.7 billion records containing sensitive information like Social Security numbers. The breach affected individuals in the U.S., U.K., and Canada. Following multiple lawsuits and a bankruptcy filing, Jerico Pictures shut down the site. However, National Public Data has since reappeared under new ownership, now registered to Perfect Privacy LLC, a Florida-based company offering anonymous domain registration. The site now brands itself as a “free people search engine”, claiming to use publicly available sources such as government records, social media, and property databases. David doesn't leave us out in the cold though! He has steps we should take to protect ourselves, our data, and our personal information. Click here to read David's full blog post and please listen to our discussion here: 

Welcome to our week in review podcast. This week, Rob & Beth talk with Chris Atwood, host of "The Alternative" on WATD on Friday nights. Chris joins us to talk about a recent health scare and why we need to pay attention to the warning signs. Then, we check in with Dr. John Hayes from Marshfield to discuss the impact social media has on our mental and physical health. Finally, David Snell, our tech guy from ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham talks with us about the latest ChatGPT. 

Living and Practicing by Design is a weekly segment with Dr. John Hayes. It airs Thursday mornings at 9:22 on The South Shore’s Morning News with Rob Hakala and Beth Foster.  It is fun to stay in touch with friends and find out information through social media, but using it TOO much may have an impact on our health, mentally and physically:  Social Media can indeed have a significant impact on stress and anxiety levels for many people. The constant exposure to curated images, comparisons, negative news, and even cyberbullying can contribute to feelings of inadequacy, fear of missing out, and anxiety, leading to incredible stress. To many, the pull to look at Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, Pinterest, etc., over and over again is compulsive. On this week's Living and Practicing by Design with Dr. John Hayes, he talked about the impact social media can have on us, the ways to lessen your social media use,  and how to raise your happy levels. You can read the full blog post by clicking here and listen to the segment below:

Love Bites is a weekly segment on The South Shore’s Morning News with lifestyle coach Francesca Luca. You can listen for advice every Wednesday morning at 9:10. The Francesca Luca Show airs every Wednesday evening between 8 and 9pm. Can a Relationship Survive Without Chemistry? Let’s Be Honest… Some questions I get for Love Bites make me tilt my head and go, “Wait… what?” Here’s one: “I’ve been seeing ‘Sarah’ for about a year. We have fun, we get along, we even have an intimate relationship. But here’s the truth—I’m not attracted to her. I thought the spark might eventually show up, but it hasn’t. I care for her deeply, and she’s definitely attracted to me. I don’t want to break up—so please don’t tell me to. Can a relationship really work without chemistry?” Let’s unpack this. First things first… You’re not attracted to her—but you’re still having sex—and she thinks you are attracted to her? That’s not just an awkward situation, that’s emotional quicksand. But since you brought up chemistry, let’s break it down. The Four Kinds of Chemistry 1. Physical That can’t-help-myself magnetic pull. You see them, and your brain short-circuits in the best way possible. Without at least some of this, intimacy feels more like an obligation than something you look forward to. 2. Emotional It’s the “I can tell you anything” vibe. You feel safe, understood, and completely yourself. This is what gets couples through the tough seasons when the physical side takes a dip. 3. Intellectual You can talk for hours without getting bored. You challenge each other, you’re curious about each other’s opinions, and you make each other think. 4. Lifestyle & Values Your visions for life actually align. You want the same big-picture things, which means fewer blow-ups over the “how we live” stuff. Why Chemistry Matters A relationship doesn’t need all four types in full force, but if you’re missing both physical and emotional chemistry? You’re looking at more of a friendship than a romance. The healthiest relationships usually have: Enough spark to keep the attraction alive. Enough compatibility to keep the drama low. Think “steady campfire” instead of “fireworks that disappear after ten seconds.” The Chemistry Trap Sometimes, intense chemistry feels amazing—but it’s not always a good sign. The brain trick: Dopamine, oxytocin, and all those feel-good chemicals can cloud your judgment. That adrenaline rush? Not the same thing as love. The trauma bond: If chaos or emotional highs and lows are familiar from your past, extreme chemistry can feel like home—when really, it’s your nervous system chasing old wounds. The crash-and-burn: Pure passion with no shared values burns hot… until life throws stress, bills, or family drama your way. Then it fizzles. Bottom line Can a relationship function without chemistry? Technically, yes—if you’ve got strong friendship, respect, and shared goals. But if you’re looking for a romantic, passionate connection… you’re going to need at least some spark. And if you know there’s no spark now, after a year? It’s time to stop pretending it’s going to magically appear. Listen: 

Tech Talk is a weekly feature all about the tech world on The South Shore’s Morning News with David Snell of ACT Smart I.T. in Wareham. Listen to David discuss the latest information you need regarding the tech and computer world on Tuesday mornings at 8:10. Check out our Features Page here for previous episodes.  We have said before that AI is not going away... and so David wanted to introduce the newest form of Chat GPT from OpenAI... Chat GPT-5: OpenAI has officially launched GPT-5, the latest evolution of its flagship language model—and it’s already making waves. CEO Sam Altman calls it “a significant step along the path to AGI,” though he’s careful to note that it doesn’t quite reach artificial general intelligence. Still, GPT-5 is smarter, faster, and more capable than any model before it. So what’s new? Smarter, Faster, More Human GPT-5 feels like a leap forward in conversational AI. Altman likened the jump from GPT-4 to GPT-5 to the iPhone’s upgrade to Retina display—suddenly, everything feels sharper. He described it as “talking to an expert in any topic, like a PhD-level expert.” The model boasts a 256,000-token context window, meaning it can handle longer conversations, documents, and code without losing track. It also hallucinates less, thanks to improved safety mechanisms and better instruction-following. Listen to Rob, Beth, and David discuss this newer version and click here to read David's full blog post. 

We’re so glad to have Diane Jordan ‘realign’ us at the start of the work week with  More Comfort Monday, which airs every Monday morning at 7:45 on The South Shore’s Morning News. Diane Jordan is the owner of Natural Body Works in Kingston and she specializes in all things bodily and metaphysical, and this week, we're talking about a topic that can manifest both physically and mentally: Empathy. Empathy has become a 'trendy' word recently, but some people may not fully understand what empathy actually means: The term Empath is very popular now, very widely used. An Empath is a defined as a person with a heightened ability to sense and feel the emotions of others, sometimes to the point of taking those emotions on as their own.  A balanced Empath is an alchemist of energy. As they feel the low-vibration emotional and/or physical energy of others, they incorporate their method (whatever that is) to guide the other through diffusing and releasing those low-vibration energies, while transmuting that energy into Love, Peace, Joy and other High-vibe energies, and then grounding the other within those High-vibe energies – which will naturally spread from the other, to everyone else.  When the Empath doesn’t have the skills or knowledge to clearly differentiate between their own energy and other peoples’, they can’t achieve that alchemy. Because as they pick-up low-vibe energy from others, they hold onto it. They feel it to increasingly intense degrees. And that causes anxiety symptoms.  But, Empath or not, we all feel one another’s emotional energy to a degree, anyway. Listen in for great advice about this topic from Diane Jordan: