August 15, 2019
01. Trump is Wrong: Trade Wars Are Not Good
02. Dems are Wrong: Socialism is Not Better
03. The Hong Kong Crisis Explained
04. Are We Minimizing Echoes of the Holocaust?
05. Need Comic Relief? British Comedian Clive Anderson
06. Valerie Harper and a Husband’s Heartbreaking Hospice Decision
07. TV Helicopter Cameraman Rescues Missing People
08. Canned Wine? Fun Summer Wine Show
09. How to Have Sustainable Summer Fun
10. Confessions of a Badass Widow
11. One Incredible Act Links Jesus, Moses, Buddha, and Muhammad
12. Skeptical Journalist Now Believes in Unseen World
13. Sex Secrets from the Bible
14. New Hope for Concussion Sufferers
15. What Your Illness is Trying to Tell You
16. Protecting Kids from EMF
17. Success in 7 Steps
18. Could You Forgive Parents Who Abused You?
19. This Medium Helps with Loss, Grief and Disappointment
20. Do a Show on How Love Conquers All
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1. ==> Trump is Wrong: Trade Wars Are Not Good
The latest round of tariffs on $300 billion of Chinese
goods imposed by President Trump last week has
seriously rattled world markets. The Chinese currency
has now depreciated against the dollar, sending stock
markets into a tailspin. Trump and Treasury Secretary
Steven Mnuchin charge China with currency manipulation,
but Jeffrey Sachs says that’s ridiculous. “The only
economic manipulation here is Trump’s. His tariffs have
caused gratuitous and serious damage to the US economy,
the world economy and the global trading system.” He
says, “When Trump launched his trade wars last year, he
boasted, ‘Trade wars are good, and easy to win.’ Far
from achieving new trade agreements with China and the
EU, Trump has undermined business confidence and cross-
border investments. Trade wars are bad, and easy to
lose. In fact, everybody is losing. It’s time to end
Trump’s serious trade blunders.” Jeffrey Sachs is a
professor and director of the Center for Sustainable
Development at Columbia University. A syndicated
columnist, his monthly newspaper columns appear in more
than 100 countries. Contact him at sachs@columbia.edu;
(212) 870-2760 or (212) 870-2762.
2. ==> Dems are Wrong: Socialism is Not Better
There is a serious debate in the U.S. about whether
capitalism or socialism is truly better for the well-
being of the country. For example, are we better off
with the for-profit health-care system we already have
or with government-funded Medicare for All? Do we need
a New Green Deal or can climate change problems be
solved by the private sector? F. Patrick Cunnane will
point out that every time socialism has been attempted
it fails but because no one has been able to explain
why it is unworkable the idea keeps resurfacing. Your
audience will benefit by hearing his easy to understand
explanation of why capitalism is better than
socialism—including better for the environment. Cunnane
is the author of “The Physics to Economics Model.” An
experienced talk show guest, he has been a corporate
asset manager for more than 30 years. Contact him at
(440) 666-5871; thephysicstoeconomicscorp@gmail.com
3. ==> The Hong Kong Crisis Explained
Flights resumed at Hong Kong’s airport Wednesday after
two days of disruptions marked by outbursts of violence
that highlight the hardening positions of pro-democracy
protesters and the authorities in the semi-autonomous
Chinese city. What are the protests about and why are
they now growing? Will Beijing use force against
protesters? Why does Hong Kong matter to China? Is the
situation hopeless for protestors? Jerome Cohen will
answer your questions. A long-time adjunct senior
fellow for Asia Studies at the Council on Foreign
Relations, he’s an expert on law in East Asia. He
serves as codirector of NYU’s U.S.-Asia Law Institute
and currently teaches courses on topics including
China’s legal tradition and law and society in China.
Contact him at jcohen@cfr.org
4. ==> Are We Minimizing Echoes of the Holocaust?
There is something eerily familiar about chants of
“Send her back,” the rise of white nationalism, and the
placement of undocumented immigrants in camps, subject
to family separation and traumatic conditions. For
Ellen Korman Mains, such horrors bring to mind the way
Jews, and other marginalized groups like Gypsies and
homosexuals, were treated during the Holocaust. Mains
says we must realize the danger of hate speech and join
together “to not only denounce it, but to understand
the factors that fuel hate-filled behavior like false
fear and hate-based rhetoric along with genuine
existential fears, feelings of powerlessness, and
projecting blame on others to avoid such feelings,” she
says. Listeners will learn about the Lodz Ghetto in
Poland, a holding center—not entirely unlike the U.S.
border detention centers—where about 40,000 inhabitants
died of illness and starvation, among them Mains’
grandfather; another 200,000 were gassed in a nearby
extermination camp; and, in the summer of 1944, the
remaining 70,000 inhabitants were sent to Auschwitz-
Birkenau, including Mains’ mother, aunt, uncles, and
grandmother. Mains is headed to Poland later this month
for the 75th Anniversary of the Liquidation of the Lodz
Ghetto. She’ll present her memoir, “Buried Rivers: A
Spiritual Journey into the Holocaust” as part of the
week-long commemoration events. Contact Ellen Korman
Mains at (720) 292-4520 until 8/19/2019; +48 793 366
441 after 8/20/2019; EllenKormanMains@gmail.com
5. ==> Need Comic Relief? British Comedian Clive Anderson
British comedian Clive Anderson rose to fame as the
host of the long-running improv comedy series Whose
Line Is It Anyway (which inspired the American version
hosted by Drew Carey). Winner of the British Comedy
Award, his career included stand-up comedy, script
writing and hosting several shows including the BAFTAs,
Britain’s equivalent of the Academy Awards. Now, Clive
brings his trademark deadpan wit to Smithsonian
Channel’s Mystic Britain, in which he and
anthropologist Mary-Ann Ochota explore the strange
mysteries and supernatural beliefs of Britain’s past –
with stories about mummies, demons, witches and
wizards. Clive can discuss some of the bizarre findings
he’s encountered on his journeys and share what’s
coming up on the mysterious, yet funny, new series.
Contact John Angelo at john@premieretv.com
6. ==> Valerie Harper and a Husband’s Heartbreaking Hospice Decision
When the person you love most is nearing the end of
their life, how do you help them? Recent news that
Valerie Harper’s husband won’t put his wife in hospice,
despite doctor’s recommendations, have sparked debate.
Tony Cacciotti says he can’t do it because of their 40
years of marriage and the amazing good deeds she’s
done, implying that he is making the loving choice.
Michelle Meier, a yoga therapist who helps people with
cancer, says, “Harper’s husband admits he’s having a
hard time letting go and is clearly struggling with
saying goodbye.” Meier can discuss the myths
surrounding hospice, why families don’t utilize the
services and support, and how many doctors recommend
hospice too late for patients to receive proper care
and pain management, and for them and loved ones to
come to terms with the end of life. Michelle Meier is
the creator of Flow into Grace and the G.R.A.C.E.
method—a system to help people process grief and let go
of the suffering that comes with it. She’s also the
author of “A Beautiful Death,” about find joy and peace
after losing her mother. Contact Michelle Meier at
(786) 663-8244; michelle@lovejoyogatherapy.com
7. ==> TV Helicopter Cameraman Rescues Missing People from the Air
As a TV helicopter cameraman, David Arnold has an
exciting job. Sometimes that means shooting the Super
Bowl high above the stadium, sometimes it’s hovering
above the sea where Deadliest Catch is being filmed.
And sometimes it’s when he uses his vantage point to
rescue people lost in the wilderness. Interview David,
who is currently nominated for two Emmys in best
cinematography, to learn about the people he has
rescued and the open cases he is currently working on.
He can also share tips for avoiding getting lost and
finding missing loved ones. David is the author of two
“Help From Above” books. Contact him at (818) 275-8676;
DArnold@rtirguests.com
8. ==> Wine in a Can? Fun Summer Wine Show
Whether your listeners are wine connoisseurs or stumble
over the word “sommelier,” Certified Wine Educator
James Laughren offers a non-technical, non-geeky,
unintimidating exploration of the joy and pleasures of
wine. As the author of “50 Ways to Love Wine More:
Adventures in Wine Appreciation,” Jim is ready to
uncork some fun on your program as he demystifies the
mystery of wine and removes the snooty intimidation
factor. He’ll discuss the new canned wine craze, how to
choose the perfect summer rose for your next barbeque,
and ways to get more out of your next winery visit. Jim
is the past president of a wine importing and
distribution company and is known for his fun and
irreverent wine classes and seminars. He is also the
author of “A Beer Drinker’s Guide to Knowing and
Enjoying Fine Wine.” Contact him at (954) 317-9623;
JLaughren@rtirguests.com
9. ==> How to Have Sustainable Summer Fun
Summer is a time for fun in the sun, backyard
barbecues, trips to the beach and other outdoor
activities. But did you know that the activities and
objects we use, purchase and enjoy in summer might
actually harm the planet? According to author and
environmental engineer Yasmin Davar: “Single use
straws, not properly disposing of trash, buying patio
furniture made from illegally logged wood and
purchasing more food than we consume can have a very
negative impact on the world environment. If we can all
change small habits to be more environmentally
friendly, this can have a positive impact on the entire
plant.” Yasmin can discuss how our small, seemingly
harmless habits can have devastating impact on the
entire planet, and how we can change this. In addition
to being an environmental engineer, Yasmin holds a
Master of International Studies degree in Peace and
Conflict Resolution and is the author of “Our Peaceful
Planet: Healing Ourselves and the World for a
Sustainable Future.” Contact Yasmin at
YDavar@rtirguests.com
10. ==> Confessions of a Badass Widow
After the death of her long-time husband and business
partner, Katherine Webster faced financial ruin,
loneliness, trauma and many other overwhelming
challenges. But, she says, she made a choice and
learned the lesson of a lifetime; a life lived without
danger is meaningless. “I turned my awful circumstances
into a situation where I became more vibrant, fearless,
confident, successful… and younger!” Katherine will
share three key questions that can help redefine life
after a tragedy along with simple yet powerful tools
for rebuilding your life and becoming more youthful and
passionate about living after the death of a spouse, or
virtually any personal tragedy. She adds, “Personal
tragedy allows you the luxury most other people will
never have: an opportunity to enjoy the self-indulgent
business of completely re-inventing yourself as
whatever or whomever you choose to be.” Katherine
Webster is a nonapologetic, badass entrepreneur and the
author of “Becoming Madam Widow.” Contact her at
KWebster@rtirguests.com or (484) 296-8759.
11. ==> One Incredible Act Links Jesus, Moses, Buddha, and Muhammad
Many world religions have had their core concepts
shaped by individuals that undertook one unusual
practice—a practice still available today. Can you
guess what it is? At a time when differences between
religious groups seem so wide, interview Sparrow Hart
to learn the impactful, life-changing events that link
these spiritual leaders together. Sparrow will point
out that Christ and the Biblical prophets went to the
desert to fast; Buddha went to the forest; Moses
eschewed sustenance and climbed Mount Sinai to commune
with God; while Mohammed received his great vision
while fasting in a cave. All of these incidents are
examples of vision quests. Sparrow will explain the
three elements involved in every vision quest and what
modern people do on their quests. Sparrow has spent
over 700 days of his life in the Gila Wilderness alone
and regularly leads vision quests. He is the author of
several books including “Letters to the River: A Guide
to a Dream Worth Living.” Contact him at (801)
516-0740; SHart@rtirguests.com
12. ==> Skeptical Journalist Now Believes in Unseen World
During the 30 years he spent at the South Florida Sun-
Sentinel, Kingsley Guy was known for his quest for
accuracy and his trenchant skepticism. He was, in
short, perhaps the last person one might expect to
conclude that there are worlds we cannot see and
intelligent entities guiding our lives. On your show
Kingsley will share some of the many events he
experienced that caused him to believe that God,
guardian angels, and spirit guides are every bit as
real as the newsmakers and celebrities he once
interviewed. You’ll hear about the odd sensation he had
the night his mother committed suicide thousands of
miles away and other inexplicable events he experienced
that turned him from a depressed, alcoholic skeptic
into a sober spiritual seeker. Kingsley Guy is a former
editorial page editor who had assignments in the Middle
East, India, Russia, and China and conversed with
hundreds of prominent newsmakers, including John
McCain, Hillary Clinton, John Glenn, Mikhail Gorbachev,
and Madeleine Albright. A frequent guest on radio and
television, his new memoir is “Piercing the Veil: A
Skeptical Journalist Discovers Unseen Worlds.” Contact
him at (954) 817-0261; kingsleyguy@bellsouth.net
13. ==> Sex Secrets from the Bible
For many people, talking about sex is taboo. And to
bring it up in church would be unthinkable. But former
Baptist minister and marriage coach John Wilder says
God wants couples to have great sex, the problem is,
they just don’t know how. Wilder is the author of “Sex
Education for Adults: Secrets to Amazing Sex and
Happily Ever After Too.” Invite him on your show and
learn what the Bible has to say about sex (that you’ll
never hear in church), the real reason many couples
don’t have satisfactory, never mind super, sex lives,
and how couples can finally stop fighting… for good. A
former preacher and host of his own radio show, Wilder
has also been a guest on numerous radio and TV outlets.
Outspoken and candid, he brings a new paradigm to
solving marriage problems by teaching sexuality and
conflict resolution skills to couples. Ask John about
his upcoming 4-hour mass marriage seminars and why
another marriage counselor credits his book with saving
his own marriage. Contact John Wilder at (904)
655-2175; marriagecoach1@yahoo.com
14. ==> New Hope for Concussion Sufferers
The U.S. is currently in the midst of a concussion
epidemic with 5 million cases diagnosed annually.
Despite what you might think, it’s not just football
players who are sustaining these potentially life-
changing brain injuries, it is ordinary adults and
children. The good news is that there are effective
treatments available which reverse the symptoms of a
concussion by correcting the underlying mechanisms of
injury to the brain. So says Paul Henry Wand, M.D., a
neurologist with extensive expertise in diagnosing and
treating all types of concussions. Dr. Wand can
describe how a concussion should be diagnosed and
treated based on the findings of two diagnostic tests
and how even concussions sustained years ago can be
treated! Dr. Paul Wand is the author of “The Concussion
Cure: 3 Proven Methods to Heal Your Brain.” He is
currently seeking funding to perform the first-ever
clinical trial of an FDA-approved protocol that may
reverse all the symptoms of concussion. Contact Dr.
Wand at (954) 344-9772; Paulwandmd@gmail.com
15. ==> Doc Reveals What Your Illness is Trying to Tell You
Do you realize you can empower yourself to reduce
physical discomfort, ease anxiety and even slow (or
reverse) the progression of disease? How does illness
send you messages about your body, that you need to
know for longer, healthier life? When working with your
doctors, what should you know about self-healing?
What’s the link between disease and emotions? Explore
the answers when you interview physician and speaker
Nelie Johnson, MD. Dr. Johnson will discuss what’s been
missing in health care (traditional Western medicine
AND alternative methods) and how patients are best
served when they become an acknowledged part of the
health team. Dr. Johnson is initiator of the Forum
“It’s Time to Heal,” offering an integrative approach
to treating illness. Her upcoming book is “The Healing
Message of Illness.” Contact Dr. Nelie Johnson at (604)
334-3853; njohnson@rtirguests.com
16. ==> Protecting Kids from EMF
Electromagnetic radiation from cellphone towers,
cellphones, and other electronic appliances is
everywhere. Although there have been more than 10,000
global scientific studies done on the health impacts of
EMFs, most of us remain blissfully unaware of the
dangers. So what do parents need to do to protect their
children? For the answer, interview Beverly Jensen,
Ph.D. Dr. Jensen will discuss actions to take to reduce
electromagnetic radiation in your home to protect
yourself and your children and discuss whether that
cellphone tower near your house should concern you. She
can offer your listeners a link to her free eBook,
“Protecting Our Children from EMR.” Dr. Jensen is a
life-long practitioner of the natural healing arts and
author of the forthcoming book “21st Century Wellness
Rx: Health Hacks to Prevent & Cure Chronic Disease.”
Contact her at (206) 905 9720;
jbeverly@womensmedicinebowl.com
17. ==> Success in 7 Steps
It’s been said that knowing what you want is half the
battle, but there’s still a lot more left to achieving
your goals! After 30 years in business and over a
decade in researching, Steve McNicholas has discovered
7 essential ‘code blocks’ that underpin success,
achievement and winning… in business and life! He’ll
discuss the fundamental themes of ownership, purpose,
systems and mindset and share how when applied in
sequence, tremendous personal and professional success,
happiness and fulfilment can follow. Steve says,
“Understanding and applying these 7 blocks enables a
sequence and pattern—effectively the ‘source code’ of
success—to kick in and enable individuals, teams or
even businesses to win at whatever it is they are
focused on.” Steve McNicholas’ new book “Unlocking the
SUCCESS Code: The 7 Step Process to Succeed in Life and
Work” is the culmination of 10+ years of research,
application, learning and interviewing many of the
leading names in personal and business development.
Contact him at steve@moldanconsulting.com
18. ==> Could You Forgive Parents Who Abused You?
Many people have bad childhoods. But what makes Wade
Meadows remarkable is how he was able to forgive both
parents, his mentally unstable mother who constantly
reminded him that he was worthless because he was born
on Friday the 13th and his workaholic father who was
unable to protect him. Invite Wade on air to explain
how he was able to open his heart when his mother
needed a caregiver, how he manages to live a hopeful
life despite a chaotic childhood and how he was able to
break his family’s cycle of abuse to raise happy,
successful children and be a loving marriage partner.
Wade is the author of “Letters from the Ashes” and
“Ashes Forged into Manhood.” Contact him at (225)
224-8697; WMeadows@rtirguests.com
19. ==> This Medium Helps with Loss, Grief and Disappointment
We know there are many types of loss — and millions of
us worldwide are experiencing life interruptions and
even grief. The worst can be losing a loved one to
death, divorce, accidents, war or estrangement. Or we
could be deeply hurting after losing a job, a business,
property, savings, health or even freedom. Give your
audience the comforting words and wise advice of medium
Beth Lynch, who uses her intuitive gifts and insights
to help others navigate personal and professional loss.
Watch ratings rise as Beth explores on-air everything
from the effects of our dreams to communicating with
the other side, to finding unexpected sources of
strength. Ask her: Can deeper spirituality heal mental
health issues? Might you hurt more because of medicines
you take? Will helping others lead to your own healing?
Do deceased loved ones send us consoling messages? Why
does she say “to understand life we must understand
death?” Contact Beth at (484) 705-2818;
BLynch@rtirguests.com
20. ==> Do a Show on How Love Conquers All
Do a show on the incredible true story of a son who,
after 20 years, learns that his estranged birth mother
is actually alive and living on the streets of
Philadelphia. He does everything in his power to find
her, rescue her, and love her…. even after she spits in
his face and refuses to leave the streets. He
sacrifices everything for love! Marty will share how
his love for his birth mom was tested time and time
again, but eventually prevailed – overcoming her
rejection and fear. This wonderful human-interest story
is also the tale of another mother—the one who took him
in, raised him, hid the truth from him – but eventually
gave him the information and the courage he needed to
go on the search of a lifetime! Marty Vargas, MFA, is a
media owner, author, and a sought-after International
speaker. He has spoken to millions and has been
featured on over 100 radio and TV shows. His story has
been seen multiple times on ABC and NBC Philadelphia
and Fox News Washington, DC. Contact Marty at (631)
246-0790; MVargas@rtirguests.com