April 2, 2019
01. The Real National Emergency Is Not at the Border
02. NATO Turns 70
03. Environmentalist & TV Host Philippe Cousteau Jr.
04. For Passover – Little-Known History of Israel
05. The Kosher Baker Lightens Up Passover
06. Here’s Why End-Times Are Likely to Begin This Spring
07. 80% of Americans Say Political Correctness is a Problem
08. Is Common Sense Dead?
09. Why Aren’t Homeless Vets a Greater Priority?
10. Admission Scams and Parent Expectations Causing Kids Physical Pain
11. Why Sex and Life Are Really Better After Your Husband is Gone
12. Should Your Refrigerator Be Your Medicine Cabinet?
13. Interview the M.D. Who Can Cure Opioid Addiction without Drugs
14. Why Do Hospital Accidental Deaths Receive No Review?
15. What Happens When for Better or Worse Gets REALLY, REALLY Bad?
16. What’s Behind the Beatles’ Staying Power?
17. How to Connect with Your ‘Inner Cowgirl,’ at Any Age
18. Why Are Younger Women Attracted to Older Men?
19. How to Help with Your Child’s Writing Homework
20. What’s in a Name? Your Fate in Life
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1. ==> The Real National Emergency Is Not at the Border
While Donald Trump continues to push for a border wall
citing a national emergency, David Love says we’re all
ignoring the real emergency facing millions of
Americans: Income inequality and economic greed. “The
President likes to tout that his administration is
responsible for the nation’s low unemployment rate, but
what is the use of a low unemployment rate when people
cannot live on the jobs they hold? Forty percent of
Americans do not have $400 in case of an emergency
expense. Drug and health care costs preclude millions
from being able to afford to get sick, and public
servants and first responders cannot afford to live in
the communities they serve.” Love says it’s no wonder
people are talking about Socialism. “A new generation
of Americans is not swayed by the old labels and
divisive tactics. Rather, they ask themselves how they
are faring in today’s America, and what kind of country
they want to live in.” David A. Love is a writer and
commentator based in Philadelphia. He contributes to
publications including CNN, Atlanta Black Star,
ecoWURD, and Al Jazeera. Contact him at
david@davidalove.com
2. ==> NATO Turns 70
Tomorrow, April 3rd, NATO Secretary General Jens
Stoltenberg will address a joint session of Congress.
This year marks NATO’s 70th anniversary, and comes as
President Trump continues to criticize the value of the
NATO alliance and European nations’ commitments to it.
James Carden can explain the history of the pact and
how it has since been expanded. “On April 4, 1949,
representatives of the United States, Canada, and 10
European countries, including the United Kingdom and
France, gathered in Washington to sign the North
Atlantic Treaty, a defense pact created at the urging
of wartime allies France and Britain as a means to, in
the words of NATO’s first secretary general, Lord
Hastings Lionel Ismay, ‘keep the Russians out, the
Americans in, and the Germans down.’” He says, “The
policy of NATO expansion is largely responsible for the
dangerous deterioration in relations between Russia and
the West and lies at the heart of the ongoing Ukraine
crisis. Instead of a self-serving, self-justifying
anniversary celebration, NATO should address what has
gone so wrong over the past three decades.” James
Carden is a contributing writer at The Nation and the
executive editor for the American Committee for East-
West Accord. Contact him at jamescarden09@gmail.com
3. ==> Environmentalist & TV Host Philippe Cousteau Jr.
Environmentalist and TV host Philippe Cousteau Jr.
(grandson of the legendary Jacques Cousteau) continues
the legacy of his father and grandfather by speaking
and acting in the environment’s defense. With Earth Day
approaching, Philippe can discuss the annual EarthEcho
Water Challenge — which he started to combat the issue
of water pollution, which claims millions of lives
every year. The water challenge enlists schools,
businesses and individuals to test water quality and
share the data to help make their communities healthier
and more sustainable. Philippe is the founder of the
environmental organization EarthEcho International and
the Emmy-nominated host of several TV shows including
the syndicated Awesome Planet and Travel Channel’s
Caribbean Pirate Treasure. Contact John Angelo at
john@premieretv.com
4. ==> For Passover – Little-Known History of Israel
Invite journalist, award-winning author, and New York
Times op-ed contributor Matti Friedman to discuss the
founding of Israel and the forging of Israeli identity
through a little-known, real-life espionage story.
Friedman will chronicle the exploits of a ragtag unit
of Arabic-speaking Jewish spies, assembled by the
British during World War II, who went undercover in the
battle for Israeli statehood. A longtime resident of
Jerusalem himself, Friedman sets out to reframe the
story of Israel as a Middle Eastern one, freed from
Europe-centric clichés—to tell a new story about the
state’s creation that reflects a more complicated story
than the one Israel tells itself and the world. Matti
Friedman is the author of “Spies of No Country.”
Contact Johanna Ramos Boyer at (703) 646-5137; (703)
400-1099 (cell); johanna@jrbcomm.com or Erin Bolden at
(703) 646-5188.
5. ==> The Kosher Baker Lightens Up Passover
Company’s coming for Passover and they’re expecting the
usual food! Invite Paula Shoyer aka the Kosher Baker to
share ways to lighten-up your favorite family Passover
recipes. Whether you or your guests are eating Keto,
Whole30 or are just trying to cut calories, Paula will
help makeover your holiday table with dishes everyone,
of every generation, will appreciate. She’ll also help
you lighten the burden of entertaining with great ideas
for room temperature dishes and freezer-friendly make-
ahead recipes. Paula Shoyer has appeared on numerous
radio and TV shows and even competed on Food TV. A
graduate of Ritz Escoffier Ecole de Gastronomie
Francaise, she is the author of several cookbooks
including The New Passover Menu” and “The Healthy
Jewish Kitchen.” Contact her at (301) 404-8998;
pshoyer@hotmail.com
6. ==> Here’s Why End-Times Are Likely to Begin This Spring
People have been debating when End Times will start for
years. But according to Bible scholar Richard Ruhling,
M.D., a persuasive case can be made that they will
start with this Passover and Easter season. The author
of a book on this topic, Dr. Ruhling can explain the
real-world events to watch for that he is 95 percent
sure will kick off the Apocalypse. His ideas are based
on Christ’s last six parables. Ask Dr. Ruhling to
explain what the 9-11 Code is, what event he expects
will take place in Jerusalem, and the role the pope’s
recent visit to Abu Dhabi may play in it. Dr. Ruhling
taught Health Science at Loma Linda University and has
been on dozens of talk shows focusing on health,
current events and prophecy. Contact Dr. Ruhling at
(928) 582-8664; rruhling@rtirguests.com
7. ==> 80% of Americans Say Political Correctness is a Problem
A report published by More in Common, an organization
looking to reduce polarization and social division in
communities, found that 80% of the US public believe
that political correctness is a problem. The study
found that most Americans are part of an “exhausted
majority” that are flexible in their political views.
Invite Psychologist Dr. John Huber to discuss the study
and why so many people are uncomfortable with political
correctness. Dr. John Huber is the chairman for
Mainstream Mental Health, a non-profit mental health
organization. He’s appeared on hundreds of radio shows
and dozens of national television programs. Contact
Ryan McCormick at (516) 901-1103; (919) 377-1200.
8. ==> Is Common Sense Dead?
Incivility is out of control. We are just acting ruder
and ruder. Joffre McClung says common sense and self-
love go hand in hand, and clearly there are a whole lot
of Americans that do not love themselves these days.
Invite her to share 5 humorous but serious common sense
rules we need to make common again. Whether it’s
minding your own business or thinking before you speak,
Joffre will discuss simple rules to tame the current
rise in rude behavior, like keeping your voice down in
public. “No one needs to hear your phone conversation.
You are just not that interesting and no one needs to
hear you fighting or arguing. Can’t say something nice?
Then don’t say anything! Not everyone cares what you
think.” says Joffre. Joffre McClung has appeared on
numerous radio and TV programs including CBS TV-Austin
TX, Hay House Radio and The Joe Franklin Show. A former
media producer, independent filmmaker, and author,
Joffre takes the esoteric and brings it back down to
earth with a big dose of common sense. Her latest book
is “The Heart of the Matter.” Contact her at (917)
994-0225 (TX); JMcClung@rtirguests.com
9. ==> Why Aren’t Homeless Vets a Greater Priority?
When America called, they answered, serving in such
places as Korean, Vietnam, Grenada, Panama, Lebanon,
the Persian Gulf, Afghanistan, and Iraq. Sadly, far too
many of these men and women are currently living on the
streets or at risk for ending up there. Can’t we do
more to help them? Glen Dunzweiler, a homeless advocate
and filmmaker, says, “The lip service we get to
veterans’ support is just that. When it comes to actual
support, we come up with reasons why we can’t help.
Sure, this is a tough topic but one we cannot afford to
turn away from.” Bring Glen on your program for an eye-
opening look at America’s homeless population, the
myths we cling to about them and ways we could be doing
more to bring people off the streets into suitable
homes. Glen is also a producer, director, public
speaker and former college professor whose documentary,
“yHomeless,” can be seen on Amazon Prime. He is the
author of “Things I’ve Learned From The Homeless.”
Contact him at (702) 703-2219;
GDunzweiler@rtirguests.com
10. ==> How Admission Scams and Parent Expectations Are
Causing Kids Physical Pain
Some parents are obsessed with high grades, getting
their kids into THE right school, and over-booking
their kids in activities and sports. Dr. David Hanscom
says the anxiety brought about by these attitudes and
demands is directly responsible for a rise in youth
anxiety, suicide and kids being unnecessarily
medicated. It also causes kids to feel physical pain.
Dr. Hanscom will explain the connection and give
parents and caregivers a wake-up call while offering
real solutions to rid kids of stress and anxiety. The
author of “Back in Control: A Surgeon’s Roadmap Out of
Chronic Pain,” will take parents and doctors to task,
presenting research-based evidence and information
about the direct connection between stress, anxiety and
physical pain. He’ll also explore how anxiety has led
to drug abuse, gratuitous surgeries and just plain bad-
doctoring for kids and adults. Dr. Hanscom is an
orthopedic complex spinal deformity surgeon who has
appeared on numerous shows including The Dr. Oz Show.
Contact him at dhanscom@rtirguests.com; (206) 890-1892
(WA)
11. ==> Why Sex and Life Are Really Better After Your
Husband is Gone
He may be dead and gone, kicked to the curb or just out
the door, but you are finally alone to explore your own
sexuality and discover who you really are. It’s a
glorious, fabulous exploration! That’s what your
audience will learn from Katherine Webster, author of
“Becoming Madam Widow.” Definitely not your typical
‘Woe is Me Widow,’ Katherine tackles the real nitty-
gritty issues of being a female alone at mid-life and
she does so with frankness and humor. Whether listeners
are alone by fate or choice, they’ll gain a whole new
perspective on their circumstance. She’ll also give
listeners easy, fast ways to reinvent themselves, kick-
start the second part of their life and go from being
middle-aged miserable to mid-life magnificent – with or
without a man. Webster is a spitfire of a guest who
isn’t afraid of provocative topics or to show the world
that real women are feisty and bad-ass. Contact her at
KWebster@rtirguests.com or (416) 921-2084
12. ==> Should Your Refrigerator Be Your Medicine Cabinet?
Conventional wisdom tells us that when we’re sick, we
should seek out a medication to heal us. Interestingly,
however, you may find a better remedy in your
refrigerator. Dr. Ed Dodge says that veggies and fruits
have proven healing power and when tested side by side
with expensive medications, veggies and fruits often
get the best results. Which foods help reduce
inflammation and which ones can prevent certain types
of infection? Invite Dr. Dodge, author of “Family: A
Family Doc’s Memoir of Life in Africa and the US,” to
find out! Learn what antioxidants are and how many
types there are, some surprising healing properties of
foods and whether veggies and fruits can replace
medication for some people. Contact Ed Dodge at (484)
259-9887; EDodge@rtirguests.com
13. ==> Interview the M.D. Who Can Cure Opioid
Addiction without Drugs
As the opioid crisis has reached epidemic proportions,
health professionals primarily rely on drugs such as
methadone to cure addiction. But Dr. Isaac Alexis says
that there are other, natural ways to overcome
addiction, which focus on the whole person. “It’s not
just about treating addicts,” he says. “It’s about
treating their environments and families.” Dr. Isaac
adds that treatment must address the emotional trauma
that leads to addiction in the first place, such as
childhood abuse, in order to be successful. Plus, he
can share natural, over-the-counter remedies that can
expedite the healing process. Dr. Isaac completed an
internship in trauma surgery at Cornell University at
New York Hospital of Queens. He served as medical
director at the Department of Justice as well as
director of infection control and chair of the quality
improvement medical committee. He is the author of the
book “Life and Death behind the Brick and Razor-Code
Red Diamond” and the upcoming “The Seductive Pink
Crystal.” Contact Isaac at IAlexis@rtirguests.com;
(315) 935-6348.
14. ==> Why Do Hospital Accidental Deaths Receive No Review?
Dr. Ira Williams often calls himself the “Don Quixote”
of Health Care Reform. At 85 years young he has been
hounding the five Federal Agencies created to solve the
health care crisis in this country for decades. With
over 130 years collectively between those agencies our
health care system is still a mess AND medical errors
leading to deaths in hospitals continues to rise. As
the oldest medical malpractice expert witness in the
country he knows what he’s talking about. He has
developed a system to empower local grassroots
activists in each state to radically change our health
care delivery system. “Everyone is focusing on how to
PAY for health care… when the DELIVERY system is what’s
really broken!” Dr. Williams will tell you why each
state is responsible for our nation’s healthcare
delivery system, what the 3-phase process is that we
need to implement to create a 21st century healthcare
delivery system and how to organize state wide
grassroots activists that will challenge the current
system and WIN! Dr. Ira Williams is an author, an
experienced surgeon, medical malpractice expert
witness, and an expert in how to improve our healthcare
delivery system. His latest book is “Healthcare
Warriors, Why and How to Become One.” Contact Dr.
Williams at (864) 479-8613; IWilliams@rtirguests.com
15. ==> What Happens When for Better or Worse Gets
REALLY, REALLY Bad?
We all experience forgetfulness. We walk into a room
and can’t remember why we went there. For the twentieth
time, we can’t find those darn keys. We space out on
names and can’t remember appointments. But what happens
when it’s something much more serious and it happens to
the women — who you said you would love until death do
you part? Listeners will earn the answers from sought-
after interview guest Carlen Maddux, as he shares his
wife’s story and his 17 years as her caregiver. Maddux,
author of “A Path Revealed: How Hope, Love, and Joy
Found Us Deep in a Maze Called Alzheimer’s”, knows the
challenges and delights (Yes, delights) of care giving.
His wife was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s at only 50 and
lived for another seventeen years. It shook the
foundation of his family and marriage, and challenged
his idea of what it takes to really be a man. Their
story of everyday survival, love and loss is inspiring.
He turned care giving from a burden into a privilege.
Contact him at (727) 351-8321; CMaddux@rtirguests.com
16. ==> What’s Behind the Beatles’ Staying Power?
Ringo and Paul are still touring and Paul has had
nearly 40 million hits and counting on “Carpool
Karaoke.” Perhaps even more remarkable is the Beatles’
“White Album” made it into the Billboard Top 10 – 50
years after its release! This timeless group remains a
favorite of everyone from baby boomers to millennials.
All of this is not news to Susan Shumsky, who regularly
regales Beatles fans with fascinating unknown facts
about the Fab Four’s “White Album” and their lives in
the 1960s. When you interview Susan, you’ll learn:
three shocking reasons the Beatles’ left India in a
huff, stunning predictions their guru made about them,
and astounding hidden stories behind the song lyrics
written under their guru’s influence, such as “Dear
Prudence,” “Continuing Story of Bungalow Bill,” “Get
Back,” “Revolution,” “Across the Universe,” “My Sweet
Lord,” “Mother Nature’s Son,” “Blackbird,” “Why Don’t
We Do it in the Road,” “Dehra Dun,” “Back in the USSR,”
“Fool on the Hill,” and more. Also, you’ll discover how
Ringo’s new book is connected to the Beatles time in
India. Susan spent 22 years living in the ashrams of
the Beatles’ guru and six years on his personal staff.
She is the award-winning author of 16 books including
“Maharishi & Me: Seeking Enlightenment with the
Beatles’ Guru.” She has done over 1,000 media
appearances. Contact her at (917) 336-7184;
SShumsky@rtirguests.com
17. ==> How to Connect with Your ‘Inner Cowgirl,’ at
Any Age
As she entered middle age, Sandra Matheson found
herself divorced, unable to continue her career as a
veterinarian due to work-related chemical sensitivities
and stuck with a money-losing farm, where she got
beaten up by a cow! But she picked herself up, dusted
herself off and set out on a successful career as a
lady rancher, which became a metaphor for her life.
“Getting older doesn’t mean we have one foot in the
grave,” she says. “We can seize life and wrangle what
we want, make hay while the sun still shines and
embrace our maturity, use what we have learned, do what
we want to and have some fun!” Sandra decided to parlay
her lifelong affiliation with farming into a successful
career as a rancher, and can share valuable tips for
finding late life success and joy. Sandra is the author
of the upcoming book “Thrive After 40 ? How to Seize
Life and Grow Your Dreams!” Contact her at (360)
325-4221; smatheson@rtirguests.com
18. ==> Why Are Younger Women Attracted to Older Men?
Humphry Bogart was 44 and married when he met 19-year-
old Lauren Bacall. Despite their age differences,
theirs was a storied romance. But what is the
attraction for ordinary people who do the same thing?
Interview Patricia Houtz for a look at what younger
women see in older men. Houtz, who had a 30-year
relationship with a married man twice her age, will
tell you that money had absolutely nothing to do with
it. She’ll talk about the virtues older men possess
that younger men, with their clumsy hands and raging
hormones, lack. Houtz is the author of the upcoming
book “Solo By Choice.” Contact her at (775) 451-3191;
PHoutz@rtirguests.com
19. ==> How to Help with Your Child’s Writing Homework
Is your child intimidated by the writing assignments
given as homework? It’s common for kids to doubt their
writing skills and feel reluctant to tackle the task.
Invite children’s author Rosie J. Pova to reveal how
you can you assist your child, without taking over, in
a way that builds their confidence as a writer. She can
share the 3 easy steps and practical tips to get that
writing homework feel almost as if it’s writing itself.
Her practical advice works even if you dread writing as
much as your kids do. She is the author of several
children’s books including her latest, Sarah’s Song.
Pova has been featured on radio and in print. Contact
her at (214) 225-0856; RPova@rtirguests.com
20. ==> What’s in a Name? Your Fate in Life
Sticks and stones may break our bones, but our names
can make or break our success in life. According to
name colorology expert B. P. Greycastle, the letters of
our names represent specific colors, which relate to
certain glands such as the pancreas, and energy centers
known as chakras. “I can illustrate with a vast array
of lists, facts and figures that the most famous and
successful people in practically every field owe their
success to their names,” he says. B.P. can illustrate
this on air, with astonishing accuracy. A Vietnam
veteran who studied fashion under the G.I. Bill, he
worked in the fabric and fashion industries for many
years, where he discovered the dramatic impact colors
have on people’s lives. He is the author of the book
Your Name and Colors: Key to Your Beauty, Career,
Personality, Romance and Success. Contact B.P. at (510)
570-1929; drolley@rtirguests.com
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