January 21, 2019
01. What’s Really Behind the Govt. Shutdown
02. Gillette Ad Is Actually Quite Conservative
03. What to Expect from this Year’s Super Bowl Ads
04. Get a Room! Wanna Make a Super Bowl Baby?
05. Film Critic & Oscars Expert Richard Roeper
06. Why Black Women’s Lives Are Now Silver Screen Gold
07. International Holocaust Remembrance Day is Sunday
08. Why Cell Phone Scams Are Skyrocketing
09. How to Be Happy at Work
10. From Facelifts to Fillers: Insider Warning and Advice
11. Create a Perfect School: It’s Easier than You Think!
12. That Homeless Lady… Was My Mom!!
13. Former Miss America Contestant – Replace Your
Bucket List with a ‘Trash It’ List
14. Not all Men Are Dogs! Secrets to Attract a Modern Man
15. Attract Your Fairy Tale Love for Valentine’s Day
16. Get a Handle on Love Handles for Valentine’s Day
17. Are You Guilty of ‘Disasterizing’ Your Life?
18. How to Divorce-Proof Your Marriage
19. Celebrate National Organ Donor Day, Feb. 14
20. Animal Communicator Tells All about Your Pet
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1. ==> What’s Really Behind the Govt. Shutdown
Richard Andersen says the current government shutdown
is due to the fact that neither the people at large nor
their legislators share a sense of community. “This
community-starvation leads to the ‘me first’-
ism, tribalism, and political polarization that’s
behind the shutdown and the general paralysis of our
divided national government.” Anderson, “The Community
Guy,” will discuss what happens when people feel
they’re part of a community (and what happens when they
don’t), what pro-community relational skills are, and
why our current institutions don’t teach us how to
build and sustain a strong sense of community.
Richard Andersen, M.A., has been teaching, consulting
and conducting workshops on the importance of community
building the past 25 years. He’s the author of
Deepening the Sense of Community.” Contact him at
(434) 305-4770; info@thecommunityguy.org
2. ==> Gillette’s Masculinity Ad Is Actually Quite
Conservative
Gillette’s new ad about toxic masculinity is getting a
lot of buzz, both positive and negative. Neil Young
doesn’t understand why some conservatives are calling
it an assault on masculinity. “Rather than an
attack on manhood or a radical call to overthrow the
patriarchy, the commercial instead celebrates men and
affirms long-standing notions of masculinity as
honorable and virtuous.” He adds, “It says something
significant when a sizable portion of conservatives
decide that the manliest response to American culture
is feeling wounded by everything it produces. And it’s
odd that what critics of the ad see as
Gillette’s condemnations of men are the very things
that conservatives have historically viewed as the
virtuous emblems of masculinity, men as protectors,
defenders and sexually chaste.” Neil J. Young is an
independent scholar of United States history, focusing
on post-1945 religion and politics. He co-hosts the
history podcast Past Present and is the author of “We
Gather Together: The Religious Right and the
Problem of Interfaith Politics.” Contact him at
pastpresentpodcast@gmail.com or @NeilJYoung17
3. ==> What to Expect from this Year’s Super Bowl Ads
Super Bowl Sunday isn’t just about football. Fans also
look forward to the food, the half-time entertainment,
and the ads! Leading up to the big game, during and
after, two professors from the Kellogg School
of Management at Northwestern University are available
to discuss the ads, the trends, and what makes for a
successful advertisement in the Super Bowl. For the
15th year in a row professors Derek Rucker and
Tim Calkins, along with 50 students, will grade and
rank the most – and least – effective ads aired during
the game. Ask them: What can viewers expect this year?
Why does a Super Bowl ad cost so much? What
are the best and worst ads from past Super Bowls? How
does Super Bowl advertising reflect the health of the
American economy? Derek Rucker is professor of
entrepreneurial studies at the Kellogg School. Tim
Calkins is a clinical professor of marketing. Contact
Molly Lynch at (773) 505-9719;
molly@lynchgrouponline.com
4. ==> Get a Room! Wanna Make a Super Bowl Baby?
Major sports victories are known to trigger baby booms.
It seems the adrenaline rush of seeing your team win
big is clutch timing for post-game romance. On February
3rd, Hotels.com will give away free hotel
rooms to 53 fans to help them celebrate the winning
team’s victory with the best play of the season—making
a Super Bowl baby. Katie Junod, general manager of the
Hotels.com brand in North America says, “This
is our way of getting in on the game-day action.
Whether fans grow their own team with a Super Bowl baby
or just want to celebrate their team’s victory.” For
interviews and details of the promotion contact
Oralis Moreno at (312) 854-7543;
oralis.moreno@olson.com
5. ==> Film Critic & Oscars Expert Richard Roeper
Oscar nominations were announced this morning and
everyone is talking about this year’s films and stars.
Invite film critic Richard Roeper to talk about this
year’s nods, the surprises and snubs and his picks
to take home a golden statue this year. For more than
three decades, Richard Roeper has been the leading film
critic and a columnist for the Chicago Sun-Times. He
rose to national prominence as the co-host of
the popular series “Ebert and Roeper” alongside Roger
Ebert. Roeper stars in HDNET Movie’s upcoming 3rd
annual “And The Oscar® Goes To…” where he guides
viewers on a cinematic odyssey that puts the spotlight
on a slate of over 50 Oscar®-winning films. The
marathon begins Feb. 1 and ends on Oscar Night, Feb.
24. Contact Johanna Ramos Boyer at (703) 646-5137;
(703) 400-1099 (cell); johanna@jrbcomm.com or Erin
Bolden at (703) 646-5188.
6. ==> Why Black Women’s Lives Are Now Silver Screen
Gold
What is becoming of black women’s power to tell their
own stories? It’s skyrocketing, says Nita Wiggins, a
barrier-breaking journalist and sportscaster. In time
for Black History Month, Nita says, that from
Mrs. Obama’s No. 1 memoir, “Becoming,” to mainstream
and independent films, black women are finally being
revealed as remarkable and lovable characters after
being overlooked by Hollywood for nearly 100
years. Nita broke barriers in American sports
journalism after she became a boxing coach, met
Muhammad Ali and landed a boxing assignment. She now
teaches journalism in Paris, France. Her upcoming
memoir
“Civil Rights Baby” is being discussed as a film.
Contact her at NWiggins@rtirguests.com
7. ==> Why International Holocaust Remembrance Day is
More Important than Ever
This year, second-generation Holocaust survivor and
bestselling memoirist Ellen Korman Mains will mark
International Holocaust Remembrance Day on Jan. 27 at
the site of the infamous Auschwitz concentration
camp in Poland. Mains is making the trip, one of many
she has taken to ensure that the world does not forget
the murder of over six million Jews who were killed in
concentration camps and mass graves during
World War II. Mains says, “It’s important to
commemorate such events, not only to remember the dead,
but to combat ignorance of the past and to remind
ourselves that genocides and mass violence are
continuing.” The daughter of Polish-born Jews who
survived the Holocaust, Ellen Korman Mains is the
author of “Buried Rivers: A Spiritual Journey into the
Holocaust.” A citizen of Canada, where she was born,
the USA, and Poland, she lives mainly in Boulder,
Colo., but spends extended periods of time in Poland
teaching, promoting dialog, and connecting with her
heritage. While in Poland Mains will be accessible
through Skype, Zoom and Facetime. Contact her at +48 793 366 441 -;
dranyen@yahoo.com
8. ==> Why Cell Phone Scams Are Skyrocketing
According to First Orion, a consultancy firm to the
telecommunications industry, nearly one in every two
calls to American’s cell phones will be scams this
year. To put that in perspective, in 2017 fewer than
3% were scams, and in 2018 fewer than 30%. Why is this
and what should Americans be looking out for? Invite
Bill Francavilla, CFP and author of “The Madoffs Among
Us” to discuss how to spot a phone scam, what
to do when you receive a call, and ways to avoid
falling prey to a scammer. Bill Francavilla is former
senior vice president, director of Wealth Management
for Legg Mason. He has been interviewed by the Wall
St. Journal, Yahoo Finance, PBS, NBC news and dozens of
other high profile media outlets. Contact him at (757)
870-4590; wmfrancavilla@gmail.com
9. ==> How to Be Happy at Work
Jan. 25 is Fun at Work Day. But for most people, the
words “job” and “fun” do not belong in the same
sentence. Mike Duffy can change that. The author of
five books on happiness and founder of the Happiness
Hall of Fame, Mike can help your audience find new
meaning in the work they do—even if it seems like the
same old, same old—leave their personal problems at
home, avoid negative coworkers, discover the power
of a neat desk, and make the choice to be happy at
work. Mike is a former senior vice president at Merrill
Lynch whose books include “The Happiness Book” and “The
Happiness Book for Men.” He started the
Happiness Hall Of Fame to recognize, encourage and
celebrate people and organizations that make other
people happy. Members include Muhammad Ali, Dolly
Parton, Serena Williams, The Golden State Warriors, The
San Francisco Giants, The Wounded Warrior Project, and
The Make-A-Wish foundation. Contact Mike at (650)
413-9435; mike@happinesshalloffame.com
10. ==> From Facelifts to Fillers: Insider Warning and
Advice
Whether it’s breast augmentation, liposuction or
injectable fillers, cosmetic surgery and procedures are
as popular as ever, with med spas popping up in
suburban strip malls and doctors advertising and
offering discounts. But industry veteran Joan Jefferson
Freeman says that as demand for cosmetic procedures
increases, so does the number of unqualified service
providers offering everything from cosmetic
surgery and med spa services to cosmetic injections
administered in hotel rooms. Invite the author of
“Facing the Cut: An Inside Perspective on Plastic &
Cosmetic Surgery” to share tips and advice for anyone
considering cosmetic surgery. She’ll discuss how to
choose a doctor and what to ask during a consultation,
whether medical tourism is safe, and if you get what
you pay for from a cosmetic surgeon. Freeman is
a 33-year veteran of the plastic, cosmetic and
reconstructive surgery field. A former practice manager
and marketing executive for the Institute of Cosmetic,
she was one of the first to establish advertising
for plastic surgery on radio and television. She co-
hosts a radio program on plastic surgery and founded an
educational call center providing information on
surgical procedures. Contact Joan Jefferson Freeman
at (713) 899-4280; jjfreeman33@gmail.com
11. ==> How to Create a Perfect School: It’s Easier
than You Think!
Why do kindergarteners love school but by the end of
high school most students can’t wait to leave? The joy
and excitement that can be found in those early years
quickly dissipates… but fixing it is easier
than you think! “Unfortunately, our education system
encourages bad habits! I can show teachers what those
bad habits are and what to replace them with!” says Lee
Jenkins, a career educator with a passion for
improving student learning in school. According to Lee,
no school will approach perfect until they replace
cram/forget and other harmful practices that destroy
the kindergarten love of learning. The key is
for students to be in an environment where they both
work hard and love their learning. Lee Jenkins is the
author of “Permission to Forget” and the upcoming “How
to Create a Perfect School”, with a foreword
by Jack Canfield. A former educator and administrator
in public schools and universities, he now consults and
writes full time with his firm LtoJ Consulting Group.
Contact Lee at (484) 306-8784;
LJenkins@rtirguests.com
12. ==> That Homeless Lady… Was My Mom!!
What would you do if your mom was homeless and refused
to be helped? Marty Vargas decides to find his
estranged birth mother after 20 years. He knew little
of her. He and his mother Rachel were found sleeping
in the snow in Philadelphia when he was an infant. She
had miraculously kept him alive for 7 months – living
in alley ways and abandoned buildings – but eventually
gave him up for adoption. His search for her
becomes increasingly complicated and as their story
unfolds Marty realizes that truth IS stranger than
fiction! Marty Vargas, MFA, is a media owner, author,
and an International speaker. His incredible true
story has been seen multiple times on ABC and NBC
Philadelphia and Fox News Washington, DC. and has been
featured on over 90 stations around the country.
Contact Marty at (631) 246-0790;
MVargas@rtirguests.com
13. ==> Former Miss America Contestant – Replace Your
Bucket List with a ‘Trash It’ List
While growing up dirt poor on a farm in rural South
Carolina, Jane Jenkins Herlong had to learn how to
trash negative thoughts and people in order to become a
successful woman. “I learned to throw away
negative talk and train my brain to be positive in
order tackle insurmountable odds,” she says. Jane went
from being a homely, bullied farm girl to the Miss
America pageant, singing at Radio City Music Hall,
getting inducted into the Speaker Hall of Fame,
becoming a Sirius XM comedian and best-selling author.
“I believe you, too, can set your best goals and take a
shot if you throw out the trash in your life!”
Jane is the author of numerous critically acclaimed
books including “Rhinestones on My Flip Flops: Choosing
Extravagant Joy in the Midst of Everyday Mess-ups” and
“Bury Me with My Pearls: Humor with a
Spiritual Twist.” Contact her at
JHerlong@rtirguests.com; (803) 599-2941
14. ==> Not all Men Are Dogs! 5 Secrets to Attracting a
Modern Man
Do many women end up with Mr. Wrong because they treat
decent, modern men badly? Yes, says Arnoux Goran, the
world’s #1 expert in personal transformation. Invite
Goran to reveal what a modern man is and how
so many women drive them away. He can explain the
importance of being a spiritual grown-up and becoming
skilled in the art of personal transformation. He can
also tell your audience the steps a woman can take
to attract a modern, respectful man who will treat her
like a princess. His successful method to reprogram
yourself has been studied by the University of
California, Irvine, and shown dramatic results. His
forthcoming book, “The Answer: How to Change Your Life
and Make Your Dreams Come True”, reveals how to release
negative emotions permanently and truly change your
life by addressing the cause of repeating
patterns. Goran has been featured on radio and
television. Contact him at (878) 203-8231;
AGoran@rtirguests.com
15. ==> Attract Your Fairy Tale Love for Valentine’s
Day
Tired of being lonely on Valentine’s Day? Invite
children’s author Rosie J. Pova to reveal how you can
create your own fairy tale to help you find the love of
your life. She can talk about how making a
commitment to believe in your fairy tale until it
becomes real can help you feel more hopeful. She
recommends focusing on what you’re looking for in your
ideal partner and saying daily affirmations. Start
attracting your ideal mate and don’t repeat the cycle
of loneliness when your “happily ever after” is out
there waiting for you. She is the author of several
children’s books including “Sarah’s Song”. Pova
has been featured on radio and in print. Contact her at
(214) 225-0856; RPova@rtirguests.com
16. ==> Get a Handle on Love Handles for Valentine’s
Day
In theory, love handles give your lover more to love.
In practice, not so much. Wouldn’t it be great to lose
your love handles and fall more in love with your own
body? Sora Vernikoff can teach you how to
drop weight without giving up your favorite
foods—including Valentine’s Day chocolates and mouth-
watering pizza. Invite Sora to share her simple Green
Technique that when mastered stops overeating cold.
Sora
has taught her program under the auspices of a leading
New York City endocrinologist as well as at the
Learning Annex and Lennox Hill Hospital. She lost 25
pounds and has kept them off for decades and has
helped hundreds of people discover the secret to
knowing when to stop eating. She is the best-selling
author of “Eat Want You Want! Stop When You Want! A No-
Diet, Weight-Loss Program.” Contact her at (347)
354-8362; SVenikoff@rtirguests.com
17. ==> Are You Guilty of ‘Disasterizing’ Your Life?
Some of us excel at making mountains out of molehills.
Even if you aren’t one, you probably know someone who
might best be described as a “drama queen.” For such
people, every illness has the potential to be
fatal and a simple thing like not being able to find
their razor is enough to ruin their day.
Psychotherapist Gillian Padgett will explain that
“disasterizing” your life is not innocent behavior. In
fact,
she’ll say that having an outsized reaction to ordinary
events takes a terrible toll on your brain, mind,
emotions, and body. But it is possible to reverse
course by retraining your brain to be creatively
positive. Gillian is the author of “Let Stress Heal
Your Life” and “From Trauma to Tranquility.” Contact
her at GPadgett@rtirguests.com
18. ==> How to Divorce-Proof Your Marriage
How have pastor and Christian marriage counselor Rev.
George Sukhdeo and his wife, Shirley, managed to remain
happily married for 46 years? “We have experienced
almost every challenge couples face in a
marriage,” he says. “A marriage with Christ at its
center is much more than having someone to do the
dishes after dinner, take care of you when you’re sick,
or help you make the car payment every month. A
godly marriage excels at compromise and glories in
selflessness.” Rev. George is an ordained minister with
the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada, He received a
Master of Ministry in Christian Counseling degree
and a B.A. in theology from Christian Bible College of
Rocky Mount, N.C. He has 34 years of experience in
Christian ministries as a pastor, Christian counselor
and life coach, and has counseled more than 500
couples, with an 85 percent success rate. He is the
author of the book “Preparing For and Fostering Harmony
in Marriage” Contact him at GSukhdeo@rtirguests.com or
647-691-6042
19. ==> Celebrate National Organ Donor Day, Feb. 14
February 14th is National Organ Donor Day and a chance
for you to boost a concept that 95 percent of Americans
believe in even though, paradoxically, only 54 percent
actually have registered as organ donors.
With Joe Lafferty as your guest, you’ll not only
explode the myths that keep people from signing up to
be organ donors but you’ll also explore the role
Hollywood can play in saving lives. In addition, you’ll
treat your audience to Joe’s inspiring story. Joe has
survived cancer, diabetes, vision loss, a pulmonary
embolism, kidney failure, heart surgery, a double organ
transplant and seven minutes of death; all
while playing high school and college football, working
for three D-1A athletic departments, the Orange Bowl
and the Dallas Cowboys. He also coached 14 seasons of
high school football, including 15 future NFL
players. He’s a member of the Donate Life Hollywood
board and coauthor of the upcoming book “Justin Time: A
Memoir of Faith and Fight for Life.” Contact him at
(412) 897-1313; joelafferty@me.com
20. ==> Animal Communicator Tells All about Your Pet
Wouldn’t it be nice to know what is going through your
pet’s mind? If you had an animal communicator you could
turn to? Well, now you have one in Dawn Crystal. Dawn
has been healing people and animals over
the air using sound for 25 years and has been
interviewed on the radio more than 40 times; she has
also been a guest on major TV shows. Now it’s your turn
to interview her and maybe get some free advice about
your own pet. For instance, Dawn may be able to tell
you why your dog is feeling anxious, why your pet is
sick but the prescribed drugs aren’t working or why
your pet just destroyed your slippers. Contact her
at (807) 907-6294; DCrystal@rtirguests.com