01. When Dangerous Rhetoric Turns to Action
02. Just the Facts, Please
03. Housing Predictions for 2021
04. DOTUS: Welcome to the New White House Dogs!
05. Was That Who You Thought It Was?
06. Achieve Joy, Purpose and Fulfillment after Disastrous 2020
07. Make More Peace in 2021
08. Immune-Boosting Tips to Stay Healthy This Winter
09. Sloppy Record-Keeping Could Cost You Your Life
10. Why Other Nations are Better at Easing the Opioid Epidemic
11. You’ve Probably Had a Concussion and Didn’t Know
12. Will the Supreme Court Take IVF Away?
13. Become a Wine Whiz in 15 Minutes
14. Advantages Self-Doubters Have that Self-Confident People Lack
15. Would You Sacrifice Your Career for Your Child’s?
1.==> When Dangerous Rhetoric Turns to Action
Is President Trump to blame for yesterday’s storming of the Capitol by his supporters? Invite communication expert Helio Fred Garcia, author of “Words On Fire: The Power of Incendiary Language and How to Confront It,” to discuss the language President Trump uses and how that conditions his followers to accept, condone, and commit violence against a targeted group, rival, or critic and the history of such rhetoric. He’ll explain “lone-wolf whistle violence” ¬— a term he coined to describe rhetoric that provokes violence on the model of “dog whistle” politics, where politicians use coded language that conveys benign meaning to most people, but a different meaning to members of a certain group or followers of a certain ideology. Learn the playbook of 12 forms of communication that typically precede acts of mass violence and how civic leaders and engaged citizens can hold leaders accountable to prevent such harm. Helio Fred Garcia is president of the crisis management firm Logos Consulting Group and is on the adjunct faculties of New York University and Columbia University. He is a senior fellow at the Institute of Corporate Communication at Communication University of China and a contract lecturer at the Defense Information School and at the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. Garcia’s previous books include “The Agony of Decision: Mental Readiness and Leadership in a Crisis” and “The Power of Communication: Skills to Build Trust, Inspire Loyalty, and Lead Effectively.” Contact Johanna Ramos Boyer at (703) 646-5137; (703) 400-1099 (cell); johanna@jrbcomm.com or Erin Bolden at (703) 646-5188
2. ==> When You Want Facts and Only Facts
Tired of listening to politicians and officials spinning numbers, making things up and downright lying? Skeptical about the news media? Americans need unbiased information and facts to make informed decisions. What’s in the latest coronavirus relief package? How much money was spent on the Georgia Senate race? How often do police use excessive force in arrests? USAFacts is a nonpartisan civic initiative that provides a data-driven portrait of the population, government’s finances, and government’s impact on society. USAFacts presents metrics on all U.S. governments, from federal records to a growing collection of state and county data, including coronavirus data. It provides vital spending, revenue, demographic, and performance information as a free public service and commits to maintaining and expanding their available data in the future. For interviews, contact Lisa Conquergood at (425) 332-4196; lisac@usafacts.org
3. ==> Housing Predictions for 2021
The way the real estate market has been moving has been a surprise to most of us, especially during the second quarter of last year when there was so much uncertainty. As for 2021, real estate expert Andrew Ragusa says a big flood gate will open once the courts start to move forward with evictions and foreclosures. Invite him on your show to share his perspectives and predictions for the housing market in 2021. Hear why he believes home buyers will have a very small window of opportunity to purchase property at a more affordable price and when that will be. Ragusa will discuss how remote working will affect real estate, his predictions for the rental market, and why he believes the gig economy is here to stay. A media regular on TV and radio, Andrew Ragusa is the CEO/Broker of REMI Realty on Long Island, New York. Contact Ryan McCormick at (516) 901-1103; (919) 377-1200 or ryan@goldmanmccormick.com
4.==> DOTUS: Welcome to the New White House Dogs!
The White House has been without a presidential pet since the Obama’s moved out, but that will change when the Biden family moves in with their German shepherds. Alexandra Horowitz, author of “Our Dogs Ourselves: The Story of a Singular Bond,” says nearly every president since George Washington has had a presidential pet of some sort — including a ram, a cow, a badger, raccoons, and a couple of parakeets. She says dogs in particular help make the White House and its occupants more relatable. “Who doesn’t get a kick out of the images of President Theodore Roosevelt’s dog Pete chasing the French ambassador up a tree? Thinking about Champ and Major scampering through the Biden White House, knocking over a precious lamp or two, chewing the occasional executive desk leg or soiling the rug during a long night reminds us of the pleasures, and sometimes difficulties, of living with animals.” Major and Champ are already featured on Instagram fan accounts, with thousands of followers. Alexandra Horowitz is a professor and senior research fellow at Barnard College. Contact her at alexandra.c.horowitz@gmail.com or Kathryn Gerlach at (212) 854-8037; mediarelations@barnard.edu
5. ==> Was That Who You Thought It Was?
This holiday season many people had empty places at their dinner tables. Some families stayed apart to stay safe, but others were mourning the recent loss of a loved one. With millions feeling lonely and grieving, Margo Lenmark offers evidence that the dearly departed aren’t really gone and they are trying to communicate with us! Invite Margo to share what she learned growing up in a Midwestern funeral home where her father was an undertaker. “People send messages in death that are very clear,” she says. “Death is not the end. I have gotten messages from dead people that have helped me to live a better life.” She shares her fascinating experiences and insights in her book “Light in the Mourning: Memoirs of an Undertaker’s Daughter.” The book has received glowing reviews from a number of prominent authors and spiritual leaders including Deepak Chopra. Contact Margo at (484) 928-7824, MLenmark@rtirguests.com
6. ==> Achieve Joy, Purpose, and Fulfillment after Disastrous 2020
What happened to Trish Ahjel Roberts two years ago may very well help people coping with the lingering effects of 2020. When Roberts’ VW was hit by a truck, the collision changed her life. Invite her on your show and hear how she was able to use the accident as a catalyst to redefine herself, reclaim her life and create her dream business, and how those struggling right now can do the same. Learn the biggest misconception about happiness and why it endures, how to stop worrying about the future, and the difference between being outraged and enraged and why it matters. A former sales exec and financial advisor, Trish Ahjel Roberts is a self-actualization coach, blogger, freelance writer and yoga and meditation instructor. She’s the founder of HoneyButterflyz LLC and Black Vegan Life™ and the author of several books including of “12 Steps to Mind-Blowing Happiness: A Journal of Insights, Quotes & Questions to Juice Up Your Journey.” Contact Trish Ahjel Roberts at (917) 887-3689; trish@mindblowinghappiness.com
7. ==> Make More Peace in 2021
Last year is finally behind us and 2021 has just begun with people eagerly hoping for more peace and prosperity. But, as Donna Melanson will tell you, that reality won’t occur without some practice. She says, “We get good at what we practice whether it is public speaking, riding a bike, or learning anything new. You don’t just wake up one day and become like the Buddha. Practicing peace needs to be a non-negotiable daily commitment, like brushing your teeth.” Invite her on your show and learn how to ground yourself wherever you are in any particular moment. She’ll also reveal what it means to “let yourself go” and why it might be the skill to master this year. An experienced yoga teacher, Donna Melanson is best known for her daily beach sunrise broadcast on Periscope.tv. She is the host of “The Silent Bit” podcast and the author of “A Yogi’s Path to Peace: My Journey to Self-Realization.” Contact her at (828) 215-1212; donna.melanson@gmail.com
8. ==> Immune-Boosting Tips to Stay Healthy this Winter
Coronavirus cases are up all across the U.S., hospitals are filled to capacity and the staff is overwhelmed, exhausted and begging the public to stay home and healthy. Dr. Annalee Kitay has seldom-heard advice on how to keep your immune system boosted so that you don’t fall prey to viruses. If you’re looking for a guest who is timely, unusually candid and knowledgeable, you have found her. Dr. Kitay says, “With traditional medicine in a questionable state, not providing sound health care, and everything going on threatening our health, it is imperative to look at other natural choices that will boost your immune system.” She also trains other doctors in a revolutionary protocol that enables the body to achieve optimum wellness. Dr. Kitay worked with and did a radio show with the late Dr. Robert Atkins. Contact Dr. Kitay at (561) 462-4733; akitay@rtirguests.com
9. ==> Sloppy Record-Keeping Could Cost You Your Life
In the middle of the coronavirus crisis, keeping your own medical records in order is more important than ever. In a medical emergency, anyone can be rattled enough to forget important details, finding themselves unable to answer physicians’ important questions about their health or that of a loved one. Anne McAwley-LeDuc, a retired nurse practitioner (APRN), learned this the hard way after her husband fell down the stairs and showed signs of paralysis. At the hospital, physicians sought answers about his medical history, but she couldn’t answer vital questions. McAwley-LeDuc wants to help others — especially ordinary folks with no medical background — advocate for themselves and their loved ones for better and safer health care. She’ll discuss the role patients play in reducing medical errors, ways disorganized medical records can be deadly, and why so few patients keep good medical records or grasp the need to do so. Anne McAwley-LeDuc developed the “Personal Health Organizer” to keep essential medical information in one place and provide a snapshot of your health history. Contact her at (860) 300-1603; AMcAwley@rtirguests.com
10. ==> Why Other Nations are Better at Easing the Opioid Epidemic
In 2020, the U.S. had more than 320 million people while the European Union was home to more than 510 million. Which country should have the worst problem with opioid abuse? You’d think it would be Europe, but you would be wrong. Pain relief expert Maggie Phillips, Ph.D., says it’s time the U.S. embraced better forms of healing that are common in Europe and other nations/regions. This is especially timely as we face not only the opioid epidemic but also the ongoing effects of COVID-19. As your guest, Dr. Phillips can talk about using skills (not pills!) to ease pain. Ask her: How do we work with the rhythms of our nervous systems? What about the importance of using diet, exercise and drug-free supplements? What should we know about meditation, hypnosis, and other safe ways to build healing pathways and recovery? Dr. Phillips is the author of “Freedom From Pain and Reversing Chronic Pain.” Contact her at (510) 561-1645; mphillips@rtirguests.com
11. ==> You’ve Probably Had a Concussion and Didn’t Know
Is it possible to have a concussion and have no idea? “Absolutely!” says Paul Wand, M.D. “Sometimes symptoms relating to the concussion don’t show up until months or years later! And about 20% of people who actually do go to the emergency room for CT or MRI scans are told they are perfectly fine … when they aren’t.” Interview Dr. Wand, a neurologist, to learn how your child, or you for that matter, could have a concussion and have no idea. Dr. Wand, who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of concussions, will explain his unique protocol that enables doctors to do both faster and easier. Paul Wand, M.D., PA, has been a medical doctor for 35 years. He’s the author of “The Concussion Cure: Three Proven Methods to Heal Your Brain.” Contact him at (954) 743-5380; PWand@rtirguests.com
12. ==> Will the Supreme Court Take IVF Away?
Expect controversy when Nate Birt discusses in vitro fertilization (IVF) and whether it could become a casualty when the new conservative Supreme Court addresses reproductive rights. Birt, the father of a toddler who began life as another couple’s embryo, can discuss what Roe v. Wade has to do with IVF, whether this is more than a pro-life issue, and what may happen if parents are denied the chance to give birth to or adopt a baby if IVF is no longer allowed. Nate Birt is the author of “Frozen, But Not Forgotten: An Adoptive Dad’s Step-by-Step Guide to Embryo Adoption.” Contact Nate Birt at (417) 221-9045; NBirt@rtirguests.com
13. ==> Become a Wine Whiz in 15 Minutes
Wine sales have been climbing during the pandemic as people stuck at home turn to vino to lift their spirits. With heightened interest in wine, Jim Laughren, CWE, could be the perfect guest for COVID-19 times as he shares how to master the essentials of wine in 15 minutes. He can answer such questions as: why have COVID times been good for wine-drinkers and how important is the right glass? Jim is the author of two short new eBooks, “The 15-Minute Guide to Red Wine” and “The 15-Minute Guide to White Wine.” Jim has appeared on radio and TV around the country and is also the award-winning author of “50 Ways to Love Wine More” and “A Beer Drinker’s Guide to Knowing and Enjoying Fine Wine.” Contact Jim Laughren at (954) 317-9623; JLaughren@rtirguests.com
14. ==> Advantages Self-Doubters Have That Self-Confident People Lack
In our culture, self-confidence is lauded as a virtue. So, what happens to self-doubters? Are they broken? Or could they have an advantage that others lack? Invite leadership expert Marc A. Pitman to reveal why doubt can be a surprising gift that forces leaders to look inward to gain special insight. He can reveal how the words in your head could be sabotaging your efforts and why people experiencing doubt are some of the strongest leaders. His forthcoming book, “The Surprising Gift of Doubt,” provides a framework for leaders to move past feeling like a fraud and manage teams more effectively. Contact Marc Pitman at (317) 751-1610; mpitman@rtirguests.com
15. ==> Would You Sacrifice Your Career for Your Child’s?
How far should parents be willing to go to help grown children? Should they lend adult children money that they might need for retirement, raise their grandchildren due to addiction issues or move closer to their children to provide childcare? Oliver Akamnonu, M.D., went about as far as a parent could go, giving up his medical practice (as did his wife) to help his daughter Nena make it through medical school, childbirth, and early parenting while the latter’s husband was abroad. Was what Dr. Akanmnonu and his wife did excessive? Do they have any regrets? Would they encourage others to take the same path? Find out when you explore this heartwarming story told in “Little Baby Lydia, Grandma, Grandpa and Student Mom: Saga of Family Role Reversal and the New Times.” Contact Oliver Akamnonu at (413) 206-6753; oakamnonu@rtirguests.com