June 4, 2019
01. The GOP Power Grab Behind Census Question
02. ‘Nasty’ – Why Trump’s Misogyny Matters
03. New Beatles Flick – Will ‘Yesterday’ Be Sure Hit?
04. 10th Anniversary of Michael Jackson’s Death
05. Alex Trebek and Surviving Stage Four Cancer
06. Muhammad Ali’s Greatest Lessons on Fatherhood
07. How to be a Good Father When Your Father Wasn’t
08. Missing Dad? Undertaker’s Daughter Says He’s Not Gone
09. Great Pre or Post Debate Show
10. Why Global Travel is Safer Than You Think
11. How the Catholic Church Got Away with Child Abuse
12. Why June is the Best Month to Get in Shape
13. Suddenly Single at Mid-Life? Go from Miserable to Magnificent
14. It’s Wedding Season! Advice from a Long-Married Expert
15. Spine Surgeon Reveals Best Reason to Relax this Summer
16. The Secret to Decoding Your Dreams
17. How to Know if You’re Addicted to Food
18. Does Your Name Determine Your Success in Life?
19. How to Make the Toughest Decisions
20. How Embarrassing! Wardrobe Malfunctions at Work
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1. ==> The GOP Power Grab Behind Census Question
The New York Times reports that the hard drives of a
dead political strategist reveal the Trump
administration’s decision to add a citizenship question
to the 2020 census was part of an alleged plot to help
elect white Republicans. Raul Reyes says the
revelations won’t surprise anyone following the ongoing
legal wrangling, but it is startling. “On this issue —
which will affect the day-to-day lives of millions of
Americans for years– the Trump administration has
consistently acted in bad faith and with disregard for
the integrity of the census. It is a national disgrace
that the Trump Administration appears to be using the
census as a tool of voter suppression.” Every 10 years
since 1790, the census has counted all the people in
the country. Reyes says the word ‘citizen’ does not
appear in the provision and the framers’ intent was
clear: Apportionment was to be based on a count of all
persons — whether they were citizens or not. Raul
Reyes is an attorney, journalist, and television
commentator in New York City. Contact him at
Raul@RaulAReyes.com
2. ==> ‘Nasty’ – Why Trump’s Misogyny Matters
In a 2016 TV interview, Meghan Markle called then-
candidate Donald Trump “misogynistic…and SO vocal
about it.” In an interview with a British tabloid ahead
of his trip to Europe this week, Trump was asked about
Markle’s comments. “I didn’t know that she was nasty. I
hope she is OK. …” he said. Trump has always defended
his treatment of women by claiming he wasn’t sexist,
pointing to high-ranking women in his administration,
but Kate Manne, author of “Down Girl: The Logic of
Misogyny,” says sexism isn’t the same as misogyny.
“Misogyny involves punishing women who don’t act the
way men want them to.” She says one way to identify
misogyny is to contemplate whether men in comparable
positions would get the same treatment. Many people
mistakenly think misogyny involves hating all women,
but “misogynists can love their mothers,” writes Manne.
“Not to mention their sisters, daughters, wives,
girlfriends, and secretaries…They need not hate women
universally, or even very generally. They tend to hate
women who are outspoken, among other things.” Kate
Manne is an assistant professor at the Sage School of
Philosophy at Cornell University. Contact her at
kam468@cornell.edu
3. ==> New Beatles Flick – Will ‘Yesterday’ Be Sure
Hit?
Writer-director Danny Boyle’s musical comedy
“Yesterday,” about the only guy who remembers the
Beatles, won’t be appearing in movie theaters until
June 28 but the time to talk about it is now. What
makes the Beatles so unforgettable? How did they change
music forever? Why are they still so relevant that a
big movie studio would make “Yesterday”? Will their
legacy go on forever even after people no longer
remember The Rolling Stones or The Who? Get the
answers to these questions and more with Susan Shumsky
as your guest. Susan regularly regales Beatles fans
with fascinating facts about the Fab Four’s “White
Album” and their lives in the 1960s. Susan spent 22
years living in the ashrams of the Beatles’ guru. She
is the award-winning author of 17 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
4. ==> Do a Show on the 10th Anniversary of Michael
Jackson’s Death
We are approaching the 10th anniversary of Michael
Jackson’s passing from an overdose of the powerful
anesthetics propofol and benzodiazepine. As you will
recall, Jackson was preparing for a massive comeback
tour and had difficulty sleeping. Michael E. Platt,
M.D., internationally known for his innovative approach
to treating the cause of illness, will reveal the
surprising reason that likely led to Jackson’s chronic
insomnia and why creative people are more likely to
suffer from it. He’ll also share ways that Jackson
could have turned the situation around within 24 hours
through the addition of two nutrients used in
conjunction with a hormone cream. But more than just
providing interesting information about a talented
icon, Dr. Platt will explain how other people can learn
from Jackson’s case to improve their own well-being.
Michael E. Platt has been a board-certified internist
located in Palm Desert, Calif., who originated the
“Wellness Hour” on TV and wrote the weekly “Hey, Doc”
newspaper column. He is the author of “Adrenaline
Dominance: A Revolutionary Approach to Wellness.” Reach
him at (760) 836-3232 (office); (760) 464-6424 (cell);
meplatt2@gmail.com
5. ==> Alex Trebek and Surviving Stage Four Cancer
Beloved Jeopardy! host Alex Trebek says his stage 4
pancreatic cancer is in “near remission,” according to
his doctors. He tells PEOPLE, “It’s kind of mind-
boggling … The doctors said they hadn’t seen this
kind of positive result in their memory.” Anthony
Randle’s wife, Jessica, also faced a grim prognosis
when she was diagnosed with stage four breast cancer,
and she too defied doctors’ expectations! Invite Randle
to discuss what he believes saved his wife’s life, what
he found in his own research, and how it helped her
sail through chemo and become healthier and happier
than ever. Anthony shares his poignant experiences in
his book “The True Story of a Husband, A Best Friend
and Care Giver: The Struggle Within.” Contact Anthony
at ARandle@rtirguests.com or (702) 745-8349.
6. ==> Muhammad Ali’s Greatest Lessons on Fatherhood
Fabled civil rights and sports icon Muhammad Ali—the
father of nine who died on June 3, 2016— coached one of
his daughters to an undefeated boxing career. But it
was not in-the-ring coaching in the typical way. It was
dad-to-daughter coaching that yielded stupendous
results! Nita Wiggins, a former boxing coach and judge,
can dissect the fun and inventive ways less famous dads
can perform like Ali. In addition to knowing the sport
that unified the Alis, Nita writes about her four days
as a journalist in Ali’s entourage in her new book,
“Civil Rights Baby: My Story of Race, Sports, and
Breaking Barriers in American Journalism.” Contact her
at NWiggins@rtirguests.com
7. ==> How to be a Good Father When Your Father Wasn’t
It’s natural to think about fatherhood as Father’s Day
approaches. For example, what does it mean to be a good
father today? How can men be great dads when their own
father left a lot to be desired? Find out when you
interview Wade Meadows, who triumphed over his own
abusive childhood that included a workaholic father to
be the father he wished he had had for his two
daughters. Wade will explain how he broke the cycle of
abuse that plagued generations of his family and
overcame his own self-doubts to achieve a stable life
for himself and his family. A happy grandfather of
eight, Wade is the author of “Letters From the Ashes”
and “Ashes Forged Into Manhood.” Contact him at (225)
224-8697; WMeadows@rtirguests.com
8. ==> Missing Your Dad on Father’s Day? The
Undertaker’s Daughter Reveals He’s Not Really Gone
Father’s Day is a very difficult time for those who
have lost their dads. But undertaker’s daughter Margo
Lenmark offers comfort. While growing up in a
Midwestern funeral home where her dad was an
undertaker, Margo learned a lot about life from her
dad, before and after he passed away. “I can share
fascinating experiences of growing up around death and
dead people, and the messages I received from them,”
she says. “I have a lot to say about death and gifts
people give when they die.” Margo can reveal her
journeys to the other side, experiences she had in
dreams and the important messages she received about
life from the deceased. She is the author of “Light in
the Mourning: Memoirs of an Undertaker’s Daughter,”
which has received glowing reviews from Deepak Chopra
and others. Contact Margo at MLenmark@rtirguests.com;
(484) 928-7824.
9. ==> Great Pre or Post Debate Show
The Democratic presidential contenders will begin
debating later this month as the party begins the
process of whittling down the enormous field of
candidates. Suppose you were one of 20+ hopefuls. What
would you do to stand out from the pack? Whether it is
Bernie or Elizabeth, or Joe, Kamala or Pete, the answer
is going to be the same and communication expert Paul
Hellman has it. Book Paul now to talk about the
importance of the opening seconds in a debate, why too
much detail can be disastrous, and share some of the
all-time worst debate gaffs and how they could have
been avoided. After the debates, invite Hellman back to
discuss who came out on top and why. He consults and
speaks internationally on how to make your point—so you
get heard, get remembered and get results. Hellman’s
columns and advice have appeared in the New York Times,
Wall Street Journal, CNBC.com and on public radio’s
Marketplace and CNN’s Business Unusual. He is the
author of “You’ve Got 8 Seconds: Communication Secrets
for a Distracted World” a #1 Amazon best-seller in
business communication. Contact him at (508) 276-7013;
phellman@rtirguests.com
10. ==> Discover Why Global Travel is Safer Than You
Think
For some people, worries about crime and terrorism are
enough to rule out travel outside the U.S. And that’s a
shame, says internationally acclaimed travel expert
Chris Herrmann, who points out that when it comes to
being fearful many folks are their own worst enemy.
Chris can share the fears that nearly kept him back
from an amazing backpack trip he took around the world
at age 62 as well as ways to ensure that your own
international trip is as safe as possible. The author
of “The Youthful Art of Midlife Travel” has appeared on
TV, radio, and in print media across Australia. Reach
him at (215) 883-4319; chrish@chrisherrmann.com
11. ==> How the Catholic Church Got Away with Child
Abuse
The church child sex abuse scandal has dominated the
news in recent times, with thousands of victims from
around the world coming forward. Shockingly, many
clergy members have received mere slaps on the wrist.
According to Raleigh Sadler, a Christian reverend and
founder of the human trafficking awareness group Let My
People Go, it’s a matter of too much power. “These
institutions are very powerful, which is why abusers
often aren’t prosecuted to the fullest extent of the
law,” he says. That’s why Raleigh and his group are
working toward ensuring that churches are sanctuaries
where the most vulnerable among us can feel safe, and
he can share what society as a whole can do to end the
horror. He is the author of the critically acclaimed
book “Vulnerable: Rethinking Human Trafficking.”
Contact Raleigh at RSadler@rtirguests.com; (917)
341-6758.
12. ==> Why June is the Best Month to Get in Shape
You made your New Year’s resolution and blew it. You
tried to spring into action again in the Spring. So why
is everything going to synch in June? Renowned health
and fitness guru Adita Yrizarry-Lang has the answers.
She’ll not only help audiences rock their bathing suits
without deprivation, starvation and non-stop workouts,
she’ll change their entire outlook on health and
fitness. Adita, author of “SuperPowers, A Busy Woman’s
Guide to Health and Happiness,” will reveal how
everyday activities can replace miserable workouts, why
playing in the dirt with your kids is more effective
than the gym, and why something as basic as drinking
more water can help you lose ten pounds. Best of all,
her advice is so doable that even the most ridiculously
busy man or woman can eliminate guilt, wasted time
working out and finally find inspiration staying
healthy and fit. This powerhouse is a 30-year fitness
and wellness educator who has been seen on NBC and
quoted in Shape and Fitness. Contact her at (305)
874-0268; AYrizarry@rtirguests.com
13. ==> Suddenly Single Again? How to Go from Middle-
Aged Miserable to Mid-Life Magnificent
Get ready for a fresh perspective on being a single and
over fifty. Katherine Webster, author of “Becoming
Madam Widow,” will help suddenly single women reinvent
their lives, sexuality, attitude and outlook.
Definitely not your typical “Woe is Me Widow,”
Katherine tackles the real nitty-gritty issues of being
a female alone at mid-life and does so with frankness
and humor. Whether listeners are alone by fate or
choice, they’ll learn why it’s more fun not to have a
mate in or out of the bedroom, and why they are the
only ones that can satisfy their needs. Webster is a
spitfire of a guest who wants provocative topics and
isn’t afraid to show the world that real women are
single, feisty and bad-ass. She’s going to give
listeners a much-needed dose of reality, actual doable
solutions and real ways to kick-start the second, and
best part of their new lives. Contact her
atKWebster@rtirguests.com or (416) 921-2084.
14. ==> It’s Wedding Season! Don’t Walk Down the Aisle
Before Hearing from this Long-Married Expert
During the month of June, a lot of couples walk down
the aisle looking forward to a lifetime of love and
happiness with their new spouses. But since up to 50
percent of all marriages end in divorce, long-married
marriage counselor George Sukhdeo has tips for
newlyweds to ensure that their unions last for the long
haul. “Building your marriage on a solid foundation
that facilitates harmony and long lasting happiness is
the key,” he says. “I am living proof that marriage can
last.” Rev. George has been married to his wife,
Shirley, for 46 years and has counseled 500 troubled
couples, with an 85 percent success rate. He is an
ordained minister with the Pentecostal Assemblies of
Canada with 34 years of experience in Christian
ministries as a pastor, Christian counselor and life
coach. He is the author of “Preparing for and Fostering
Harmony in Marriage.” Contact him at
GSukhdeo@rtirguests.com or (647) 691-6042.
15. ==> Spine Surgeon Reveals…Why Not Relaxing This
Summer Can Land You Flat on Your Back
Summer is supposed to be the time to unwind, but most
Americans fill it to the brim with activities that have
the complete opposite effect. The stress they create
for themselves and their families manifests in back and
body pain that can put them flat on their back. Noted
spine surgeon Dr. David Hanscom will explain the
connection between summer chaos and physical pain,
while revealing how stress and anxiety are at the core
of most of our problems. Hanscom, author of “Back in
Control: A Surgeon’s Roadmap Out of Chronic Pain” will
show audiences how to cure themselves and avoid costly
trips to the doctor and pharmacy. Presenting research-
based evidence and information about the direct
connection between stress, anxiety and physical pain in
both adults and children, he’ll also explore how
anxiety has led to drug abuse, gratuitous surgeries and
just plain bad-doctoring. An in-demand speaker and
talk-show guest, including The Dr. Oz Show, Hanscom
will change the way you view summer activities and get
your audience back on track to really enjoy the season.
Contact him dhanscom@rtirguests.com; (206) 890-1892.
16. ==> The Secret to Decoding Your Dreams
From terrifying nightmares to ridiculous romps with
crazy characters and bizarre locations, your nightly
adventures aren’t random at all. They reveal a lot
about what’s going on in your life, but deciphering
them can be confusing, to say the least. Dream analyst
Layne Dalfen says your dreams are actually
conversations you have with yourself about specific
current issues in your life. She says, “The solution
you’re looking for about what (or who) in your life is
bugging you this week will appear in your unconscious
mind before it gets to your conscious. Dream analysis
gives you the power to decide how you want to respond
to people and situations in your life.” Dalfen will
teach listeners a step-by-step method to decode those
dreams and use the knowledge to help make decisions and
deal with difficult situations. Layne Dalfen teaches
dream analysis to the counselling students at Concordia
University in Montreal. She’s appeared on hundreds of
radio shows and podcasts and loves call-in programs
because she is terrific at thinking on her feet and
knows how to have fun with listeners. Contact her at
(514) 898-9150; info@haveagreatdream.com
17. ==> How to Know if You’re Addicted to Food
100 million people are obese in the US alone and food
addiction is rampant in this country. But did you know
you could be addicted to food and not even know it?
It’s time for Americans to take a long hard look at
their love affair with food! “Of the 10 most common
addictions food is definitely way up there,” says
Michael McGee, MD – a psychiatrist who blends science
with spirituality to give people back control over
their lives. Dr. McGee will show your audience how to
look at the science of habit and his “Good now, Bad
later” philosophy to help them figure out if they are
addicted to food (or anything else!) and what they can
do to gain more control over their choices. He’ll share
3 easy ways to make your eating habits healthy again –
simply by making unhealthy food not obvious,
unattractive and difficult to obtain. Of course,
reversing this process makes healthy eating easier! Dr.
Michael McGee trained at Stanford and Harvard Medical
Schools. He is the author of “The Joy of Recovery: The
New 12 Step Guide to Recovery from Addiction.” Contact
Dr. Michael McGee at (978) 971-9703;
MMcGee@rtirguests.com
18. ==> Does Your Name Determine Your Success in Life?
“What’s in a name?” According to Name Colorology expert
B. P. Greycastle, your name can make or break you in
life. In his book “Your Name and Colors: Key to Your
Beauty, Career, Personality, Romance and Success,” he
reveals how your color-coded name determines your
personality traits and talents as they correlate to
your seven energy centers: spiritual, intellectual,
vocal, physical, control, emotional and sexual. “The
richest people have certain color types,” he explains.
“Ninety percent of them are purple spiritual center
people. William Gates is one example.” He can
illustrate on air using a vast array of lists, facts
and figures how the most famous and successful people
in practically every career field owe their success to
their names, with astonishing accuracy. Contact B.P. at
drolley@rtirguests.com; (510) 570-1929.
19. ==> How to Make the Toughest Decisions
Have you ever had to make a tough decision? Like
whether to leave a job? Get out of a relationship? Or
what medical treatment to pursue? It can leave you
feeling scared, lonely, and frozen with fear. Terrie
Novak is an expert at decision-making, or “choice-
making” as she likes to call it. As a systems analyst,
she does it every day at work for her customers, so
when she was faced with a scary diagnosis and an even
scarier treatment option she decided (after freaking
out) to apply what she does at work to help her make
some important decisions. Terrie will share her
powerful story with your audience and explain how her
three-step decision making process makes any decision
easier to make. Terrie Novak’s unique framework for
“choice-making” can be applied to decisions of any
kind. Her book, “The Decision Doctor,” outlines a
three-step process she created to help heal herself.
Contact Terrie at (503) 336-3767; TNovak@rtirguests.com
20. ==> How Embarrassing! Wardrobe Malfunctions at Work
When a celebrity has a wardrobe malfunction it makes
headlines. When one happens to ordinary people it won’t
make the news but that doesn’t mean it won’t impact
their career. Bring Wall Street executive, business
consultant and career coach Tamara Lashchyk (Lash-
check) on your show to talk about her own wardrobe
malfunction as well as how to handle the split skirts,
popped buttons, broken heals and other accidents that
can play havoc with anyone’s image. Tamara can also
dish on the most common fashion blunders seen around
the office that can also wreck your image. She is the
author of the bestselling book, “Lose the Gum: A
Survival Guide for Women on Wall Street, Main Street
and Every Street in Between.” Contact Tamara at (848)
373-3543; TLashchyk@rtirguests.com