01. Breyer to Retire the Robe
02. Worker Shortage? Job Seekers Struggle to Find Openings
03. Love Goddess, Judy Tenuta, Finds Laughs in Kicking Cancer’s Butt
04. Do Good: How to Start a Nonprofit
05. Ambiguous Loss in the Age of COVID
06. Interview a Composer of Romantic Music for Valentine’s Day
07. The 3 Fights in Every Marriage (and How to Avoid Them)
08. America’s Growing Anti-Democratic Movement
09. Why Donald Trump Still Dominates the Media
10. Doing Laundry Can Be as Bad for You as Smoking
11. Food is the New Medicine Cabinet … for Dogs!
12. How to Be a Productive Procrastinator
13. Bombed, Shot at, and Nearly Kidnapped: She Knows How to Conquer Stress
14. The Secret to Happiness Only Southerner’s Know
15. Are You a ‘Drama Junkie’?
1.==> Breyer to Retire the Robe
Supreme Court Justice Steven Breyer has announced his retirement, despite previously indicating he wouldn’t be stepping down strategically. Some Democrats had been pushing for the 82-year-old to retire now so President Joe Biden could choose a younger liberal to the bench to maintain a liberal presence on the High Court. Emory University professor Michael Broyde can discuss what happens next, why confirmation battles are so brutal, and the likelihood of a Biden nominee getting confirmed in the current political climate. Michael Broyde is a professor of law at Emory University School of Law and the Berman fellow in the Center for the Study of Law and Religion. Contact him at (404) 727-7546; mbroyde@emory.edu
2. ==> Worker Shortage? Job Seekers Struggle to Find Openings
During its annual Career Help Hotline last month, global outplacement and business and executive coaching firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Inc. recorded the highest rate of employed job seekers since 2018, adding evidence to the current phenomenon known as “The Great Resignation.” At the same time, a greater share of those who were unemployed reported being out of work for over a year, and the majority of callers reported “finding job openings” the most difficult part of the job search. “Employers are having an incredibly difficult time finding workers. One reason for this could very well be that their target workers are not seeing their job postings,” according to Senior Vice President Andrew Challenger. “‘The Hidden Job Market,’ or those open positions that often go unadvertised, is where most job seekers find their next opportunities, and that is accessed primarily through networking. The pandemic has made networking and forging key in-person connections more difficult than ever,” he adds. Contact Colleen Madden Blumenfeld at (312) 422-5074 (office); (314) 807-1568 (cell) or colleenmadden@challengergray.com
3. ==> Love Goddess, Judy Tenuta, Finds Laughs in Kicking Cancer’s Butt
While the world has been dealing with the pandemic, comedienne Judy Tenuta, best known to fans as “The Love Goddess” and “Aphrodite of the Accordion,” has been battling Stage 4 ovarian cancer, or as she puts it in her recent viral video, “Kicking Cancer’s A$$.” Shot at home during isolation and quarantine as a much-needed creative outlet while letting family, friends and fans know that she was winning the battle and had no intention of giving up the fight, the video has gone on to receive numerous accolades and become an unexpected battle cry for those who are experiencing not only cancer, but other health issues including COVID. Invite Judy on your show to talk about her varied career including stand-up specials on Showtime and HBO and her newest role in the soon-to-be-released “Gibsonberg,” based on a true story. Contact Harlan Boll at harlan@bhbpr.com
4.==> Do Good: How to Start a Nonprofit
Nonprofit organizations are the pillars of society. With their beneficial or charitable goals, nonprofits touch millions of lives and bring about positive changes in society. But starting one is a long and hard process. The paperwork is very time-consuming, there are lots of fees, and 75% of filings are rejected because of language and filing wrongdoings. Shai Goldstein helps those who aspire to bring positive change in society by helping create and foster nonprofits. Invite the Founder and CEO of A2Z Filings to discuss how to get started, share the story that set him on his path, and why he believes nonprofits are key to building better and healthier communities. A2Z Filings helps facilitate nonprofit organizations to start up and help others. Contact Karla Hernandez at (561) 768-1773; karla@transmediagroup.com
5. ==> Ambiguous Loss in the Age of COVID
Dr. Pauline Boss says the world is grieving. In the 1970s, Boss coined the term ambiguous loss. The renowned grief counselor and psychologist says the pandemic has left many of us haunted by feelings of anxiety, despair and even anger. She says these vague feelings of distress are caused by ambiguous loss, losses that remain unclear and hard to pin down, and thus have no closure. She’ll explain how so many people lost trust in the world as a safe place and why lingering anxieties plague many of us, even as parts of the world are opening back up again. She says, “After so much loss, our search must be for a sense of meaning, and not something as elusive and impossible as closure.” Pauline Boss, Ph.D., is known worldwide for developing the theory of ambiguous loss and as a pioneer in the interdisciplinary study of family stress management. Her new book is “The Myth of Closure: Ambiguous Loss in a Time of Pandemic and Change.” Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137 (office); (703) 400-1099 (cell) or johanna@jrbcomm.com or Briana Caywood at (703) 646-5188 (office)
6. ==> Interview a Composer of Romantic Music for Valentine’s Day
Where would romance be without music? Most couples have “their song,” or listen to music to get in the mood. Let songwriter/pianist Dave Combs who has written more than 120 songs and put out 15 albums play cupid this year by discussing the symbiotic relationship between music and love. Dave’s instrumental music has provided the backdrop for marriage proposals, wedding ceremonies and honeymoons and he has the fan letters to prove it. Best known for the instrumental “Rachel’s Song,” Dave’s compositions have been played millions of times on radio, satellite, and internet streaming media. He is also the author of “Touched By the Music: How the Story and Music of Rachel’s Song Can Change Your Life.” Contact him at (336) 655-8320; dave@combsmusic.com
7. ==> The 3 Fights in Every Marriage (and How to Avoid Them)
You may think married couples’ most common fights involve children, money, and sex. But as marriage education consultant and motivational psychology expert Chris Shaver will tell you, that’s not so. Chris will show you how to avoid the “you don’t respect me” fight (#3), sneaky energy fights (#2) and, decision-making fights (#1) – the worst of all personality clashes. Chris can also share surprising insights, such as why a quarter of all women may be less sensitive than men in relationships; why fights over TV remotes may be a warning sign; and why the trigger that causes most divorces is hidden in plain sight. Chris is the author of the upcoming book “Marriage Cure.” He is also the developer of The Marriage Cure Program that provides couples with an accurate, unbiased, and articulate way to see their personality differences and get a research-proven way to stop fighting and restore their love. Contact Chris at (610) 417-5342; chris@marriagecure.com
8. ==> America’s Growing Anti-Democratic Movement
If you follow the news, it appears to be politics as usual in America but many political observers say what’s going on today is not normal. There’s a growing concern that we’re in the midst of a radical shift away from the democratic rules and traditions that have guided the country for a very long time. An anti-democratic movement, inspired by Donald Trump, is making significant progress and has encountered surprisingly little opposition. But Theda Skocpol, a Harvard political scientist, notes that the movement is much bigger than Trump. “I think things have now moved to the point that many Republican Party officials and elected officeholders are self-starters,” she says. “If Trump disappears or steps back, other Trumpists will step up, many are already in power.” Skocpol, who has doubts that Democrats have enough elected power to accomplish basic voter and election protection reforms, warns, “Very bad things may happen soon. Republicans are positioned to undo majority democracy for a long time.” Contact Theda Skocpol at (617) 496-0966; skocpol@fas.harvard.edu
9. ==> Why Donald Trump Still Dominates the Media
There’s no denying that Donald Trump has changed the landscape of American journalism. Some say he exposed a lack of ethics and objectivity in the media while others say he used the media to spread misinformation and lies. Is it the media’s fault? Did they create the monster they hate? Invite Dutch American journalist and media trainer Hans Izaak Kriek to share his independent, nonpolitical observations on how the mainstream media have reported on Trump — as a person and president — and how both parties and their leaders played their part in building hatred for Trump and his family. The author of “Trump’s Daily Domination of the News Media” can discuss how journalism changed with the Trump presidency and whether he or the media themselves are responsible for the moniker “fake news.” Hans Izaak Kriek is the publisher and editor-in-chief of Krieksmediaworld.com. He worked as an international political journalist for AVRO/TROS, the two largest Dutch National broadcasters. As a media trainer, he has coached and advised thousands of politicians and executives. Contact him at (561) 861-2974; jkriek@rtirguests.com
10. == > Doing Laundry Can Be as Bad for You as Smoking
Your laundry may have the aroma of a flower garden or fresh mountain breeze after washing. But according to products ingredients expert Zorica Denton, those seemingly delightful scents are the results of chemicals that can be as harmful to your health as smoking cigarettes. “Products with fragrances may contain anywhere from 100 to 1,000 chemicals,” she says. “But they don’t have to be listed due to trade secret policies.” Zorica should know. She developed asthma, a gastric ulcer and other long-term debilitating health problems as a result of working as a perfume model, and almost died. She is the founder of the natural personal care products company Zorica of Malibu and author of an upcoming book about toxic chemicals in products. Contact Zorica at (213) 616-7904); zdenton@rtirguests.com
11. ==> Food is the New Medicine Cabinet … for Dogs!
People are accustomed to hearing that “food is medicine” but is the same also true for dogs? According to Michele and Jeff Allen, the founders of Monkey’s House, a dog hospice and sanctuary, it is — particularly for aging dogs. Invite the Allens on your program to explain what food therapy is and how to feed your dog for maximum health. Veterans of over 50 media appearances including television, print, internet, and radio, their lives with 25 hospice dogs have given the Allens vast knowledge in the care of aging dogs and have allowed them to experience the beauty and unconditional love only a dog can give. She’s a retired nurse who was recognized as a 2017 CNN Hero for her dog hospice work. He’s the best-selling author of “Where Dogs Go to Live!” and “Life is a Dog Bone … Chew It All Day Long.” Contact Michele and Jeff Allen at (267) 565-0624; WhereDogsGoToLive@gmail.com
12. ==> How to Be a Productive Procrastinator
All adults know they have to perform certain tasks even though they may dread doing them (think paying taxes or answering emails). But for some people, about one out of five, these tasks lead to a kind of paralysis in which nothing gets done, causing feelings of shame and guilt. Interview Patrick Sanaghan, a “productive” procrastinator who has learned how to do what needs to be done and can pass that real-world advice on to your listeners. He’ll say that there are no silver bullets and the urge to put off for tomorrow what could be done today is likely to persist but we can learn to master it. His new book, “How to Be a Better Procrastinator,” contains 100 strategies to draw from. Patrick Sanaghan (the “g” is silent) heads The Sanaghan Group, an organizational consulting firm. Despite his bad habit, he earned a doctorate in education, has written 12 books and 50 academic articles. Contact him at (215) 234-1346; psanaghan@rtirguests.com
13. ==> Bombed, Shot at, and Nearly Kidnapped: She Knows How to Conquer Stress
Everyone could use some tips for handling stress better. Col. Debra M. Lewis (USA, Ret.) has already coached thousands of people on her battle-tested methods to overcome obstacles and use life’s daily stresses to their advantage. Col. Deb will share those tips and tools along with her action-packed life story as one of the first women to attend the Military Academy at West Point, a survivor of the 9/11 attack on the Pentagon, and a commander in combat. She is the author of “Why Is Pono Not Pono Today?” and its companion course, “Take Kids from Stressed to Success.” Ask her why are most reactions to stress destructive? Why do good people make bad decisions under stress? Contact Deb Lewis at (571) 332-7240 (text first as she is in Hawaii); Deb@ MentallyToughWomen.com
14. ==> The Secret to Happiness Only Southerner’s Know
As many Yankees may have noticed, Southern folks have a unique, laidback charm, colorful ways of expressing themselves and a deep love of humor. According to former Miss America contestant, best-selling author and humorist Jane Jenkins Herlong, y’all could learn how to be happier by emulating our Southern kinfolks. “Southerners remember their heritage and all that makes us unique and curious to others,” says the native of South Carolina. “We hold on to our traditions like we grip moon pies.” Jane is the award-winning author of numerous books including the upcoming “Sweet Tea Secrets from the Deep Fried South,” and has recorded music CDs and personal growth and comedy DVDs. As a humorist, her comedy is featured on Sirius XM 97. Contact Jane at (803) 599-2941; JHerlong@rtirguests.com
15. ==> Are You a ‘Drama Junkie’?
Is your life in a constant state of chaos? Arnoux Goran says that you may actually be unwittingly attracting this due to an addiction to emotional turmoil rooted in childhood. “I had a horrific upbringing, being raised by two deaf crack addicts,” he reveals. “Despite having a genius IQ as an adult and seven years of getting A’s at university, I was unable to get a decent job or take care of myself.” Thus, Arnoux made it his life’s mission to heal himself to become a success in his personal and professional lives. He created the Goran Technique online and live course, which have helped countless people to overcome their childhood trauma. He is also the author of three upcoming books including “The Goran Technique.” Contact Arnoux at (878) 203-8231; AGoran@rtirguests.com
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