THE SOUTH SHORE’S MORNING NEWS WITH ROB HAKALA
The South Shore’s Morning News was created in November 2000 by Rob Hakala who has produced and hosted the show ever since. The program airs Monday through Friday from 5:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. and brings you all the news you need to know to start your day! From local and national news every 30 minutes, traffic and weather every ten minutes on the 9’s, local and high school sports updates at :22 and :52 past the hour and informative interviews with people from across the south shore and the world, The South Shore’s Morning News is the right way to start your day!
FOLLOW THE SHOW!

Rob Hakala
(781) 837-1166 ext. 330
More about Rob
Rob has had a passion for radio ever since he received his first radio and microphone at the age of 12.
Not long after that, he was “broadcasting” to family and friends on his pretend radio station. Although Rob enjoyed this, it soon became awkward at family functions.
Years later, he wound up broadcasting for “real” at Curry College’s 91.5 WMLN-FM in Milton. In 1996, Rob graduated magna cum laude from Curry with a degree in Communications. Soon after, he ended up at 95.9 WATD for his first stint as news reporter and afternoon anchor.
Rob left 95.9 WATD to work full-time for Shadow Traffic in Boston, but the South Shore called him back. He returned to 95.9 WATD in November, 2000 to host a brand new program called “The South Shore’s Morning News.” The program was designed and created by Rob and former WATD News Director Aaron Katersky.

Beth Foster
(781) 837-1166, ext. 314
More about Beth
With over 12 years of experience in broadcasting, Beth Foster brings a wealth of expertise to their role at WATD. A proud Boston University graduate, Beth is thrilled to contribute to the local community by sharing important and impactful stories for 95.9 WATD-FM. Originally hailing from Connecticut and Illinois, Beth is delighted to call Massachusetts home for over 13 years and is deeply committed to making a positive difference in the area. Outside of professional pursuits, Beth enjoys swimming and painting, finding balance and inspiration in these personal hobbies. Feel free to contact Beth and say hi!
DAILY SCHEDULE
| TIME (AM) | FEATURE |
| 5:25 | This Date in History |
| 5:45 | Celebrity Birthdays |
| 7:27 | Digital Pro Kim Komando |
| 9:42 | Local Artist Spotlight of the Day |
WEEKLY FEATURES
PET OF THE WEEK

Meet our Pet(s) of the Week, Comet and Cupid
We have a bonded pair of kittens who are looking for a forever home. We want to introduce you to...
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Softening a No Without Losing Yourself
Why are you so afraid to just say no? How much explaining do you do so you won't feel uncomfortable? A lot of people don’t actually say no. They negotiate. They soften. They redirect. They make it about someone else’s comfort so they don’t have to sit in their own...
Calling All Holiday Ugly Sweaters!
Time’s ticking! Enter your ugly holiday sweater by Dec. 31 for your shot at $250 of glow-up glory! To enter the Love Bites Ugliest Holiday Sweater Contest on 95.9 South Shore Morning News DM me or send me an email at info@talkwithfrancesca.com A huge thank you to Nic...
The Seven-Year Itch: When “Nothing’s Wrong” Still Feels Wrong
You’ve probably heard the phrase “the seven-year itch.” It’s often tossed around casually, but it points to something very real. The seven-year itch refers to a period often somewhere between 5 and 10 years into a long-term relationship or marriage when many couples...
The Overfunctioner / Underfunctioner Dynamic in a Romantic Relationship
There’s a particular kind of imbalance that doesn’t announce itself loudly. No explosive fights. No obvious neglect. Just one person quietly doing more and more until the relationship begins to feel heavy. This is the overfunctioner/underfunctioner dynamic. One person...
How to Deal With Betrayal When Your Whole World Just… Breaks
[/audio]Just yesterday I received a question from a listener that tore my own heart apart. His wife of 27 years has been cheating on him for a year with his boss. And….he’s having nightmares. Tragic. Let me start by acknowledging the devastation of betrayal right...
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!
KIM KOMANDO
Airs weekdays at 7:27 a.m.!
SOUTH SHORE MORNING NEWS PODCAST
“There is a unique excitement and special energy that comes from collaborating with Lisa Azizian and the crew at WATD. When we tune into 95.9FM and hear our brand and message broadcasted, catching the ear of thousands of listeners throughout the day, we are so proud of the work we do. Our mission to raise awareness and funds toward a cure for type 1 diabetes is tremendously assisted and positively impacted by our yearlong partnership with the radio station.
We applaud WATD’s outstanding local news, sports coverage and the on-air entertainment they provide for their audience of Boston’s south shore and are continuously grateful for their sincere and unmatched support.
THE MORNING SHOW TEAM
Beth Foster
Co-Host, The South Shore's Morning News | Digital Media Specialist
(781) 837-1166 ext. 314
Liza Churchill
Sports Reporter | Host, Goldie Bounce Golf
Malcolm Alter
Traffic Reporter

















