01. RFK Jr. is a Danger to Farm Industry
02. Trump and Television City: The Forgotten Fight Over Urban Development
03. How to Avoid Biggest Holiday Hazards
04. Expert Unravels the Mystery of Schizophrenia
05. 10 Ways to Use Your Cellphone for Self-Defense
06. This Author Took Part in the Chaotic Withdrawal of Afghanistan
07. Diddy Case Exposes Secret World of Sex Trafficking
08. How a Major Investment Firm Got Away with a Massive Ponzi Scheme
09. Career Advice for Uncertain Times
10. Why Work on Overcoming Your Biases?
11. How World War II Affected College Football
12. What NOT to Do When Diagnosed with Cancer
13. Divisive Politics, Climate Change, Wars: How to Overcome
Overwhelming Stress
14. What May Be the Real Cause of Disruptive Classroom Behavior?
15. Want to Live to Be 90? The One Health Style Change You Need to Make
1. ==> RFK Jr. is a Danger to Farm Industry
President-elect Trump’s pick of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., to head the Department of Health and Human Services, which includes the Food and Drug Administration,” has some farmers, economists, analysts and others in the agriculture industry voicing alarm. Soybean farmer Amanda Zaluckyj called the choice “a literal middle finger to agriculture, which constituted a key piece of Trump’s base.” Writing in the trade journal “Ag Daily,” she describes Kennedy as “an absolute danger” to the American farm industry. “He has gone as far as saying he would ‘weaponize’ regulatory agencies to eliminate the use of pesticides,” Zuluckyj said, adding that Kennedy has ‘voiced strong opposition to the scientific consensus’ on farm industry practices.” Some agriculture experts worry unproven or unscientific views could now reshape U.S. farm and food policy. Amanda Zaluckyj is an attorney. Her family farms corn and soybeans in Southwest Michigan. Contact Amanda Zaluckyj at thefarmersdaughterusa@gmail.com
2.==> Trump and Television City: The Forgotten Fight Over Urban Development
In the 1980s, a band of New York civic groups organized to influence real estate development of a half-mile overlooking the Hudson River on Manhattan’s West Side then-called “Television City.” Architect, land-use planner, and community activist Steven Robinson was an organizer of the community group of neighbors who initiated the redevelopment of the project. He can reveal the strategies, personalities, politics, and economics that led to a redefined proposal. His book, “Turf War: How a Band of Activists Saved New York from Donald Trump’s “Masterpiece” An Insider’s Account” tells the story of the war waged by New York Community activists to create healthy urban growth. He says. “It is not about Trump. My hope is that communities around the country can learn from our experience and work to plan healthy, vibrant, sustainable communities – one building, one street, town, and city at a time.” Television City would have occupied the largest piece of privately owned undeveloped land in Manhattan – the abandoned Penn Central Railyard. Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 400-1099 (cell); johanna@jrbpr.biz or Erin Bolden at (703) 980-2705
3. ==> How to Avoid Biggest Holiday Hazards
Nobody wants to spend time in the emergency room this holiday season, but it happens every year to thousands of people. Invite the experts from the Consumer Product Safety Commission to reveal the biggest holiday hazards and share ways to avoid them. From the most dangerous toys to pet hazards, decorating-related injuries and fire prevention, listeners will get valuable tips and reminders to prevent mishaps and injuries. They’ll also get consumer tips to avoid getting ripped off while shopping online. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risk of injury or death associated with the use of thousands of types of consumer products. Contact Nychelle Fleming at (301) 504-7063; nfleming@cpsc.gov
4.==> Expert Unravels the Mystery of Schizophrenia
Of all the mental illnesses, schizophrenia remains the most misunderstood. Despite the strides scientists have made in neurological research and doctors have made in psychiatric treatment, schizophrenia remains a mystery, almost complacently mythologized. Recently retired from an almost forty-year medical career dedicated to caring for those affected by schizophrenia, Dr. Steven Lesk offers a theory that sheds light on schizophrenia’s origins and paves the way for its eventual eradication. He also says it offers hope for people with other dopamine-related illnesses like Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Huntington’s chorea, Tourette’s, and ADD. Ask him: What causes schizophrenia? Is it a genetic glitch or are environmental factors at play? A combination of the two? What medication and course of action will give the patient the best chance at a normal life? Steven Lesk, MD, is the author of “Footprints of Schizophrenia: The Evolutionary Roots of Mental Illness.” Contact Lissa Warren at (617) 233-2853; LissaWarrenPR@gmail.com
5. ==> 10 Ways to Use Your Cellphone for Self-Defense
It’s dangerous out in the world today and important to know how to protect yourself against a physical attack. Personal safety expert Rachel Mahloch will help you use what you already have at hand, literally. “Nearly everyone has a cellphone with them. It’s constantly in your hand. But knowing how to use it to save your life is critical.” Of course you can use your phone to dial 911, but Mahloch will teach you how to grip your phone and have it ready to strike back when necessary. Mahloch, aka, “Battle Woman,” will share 10 ways to use your cellphone in an instant, and most effectively, to counter an attack when faced with a physical threat. Rachel Mahloch helps clients understand how to be proactive and equips them with comprehensive physical, mental, and verbal skills that make them effective when faced with a variety of threatening situations. She frequently shares her personal safety expertise on radio, TV and podcasts. Contact Cherie Kerr at (714) 550-9900; (714) 271-2140 or Cherie@kerrpr-execuprov.com
6. ==> This Author Took Part in the Chaotic Withdrawal of Afghanistan
As a long-time flight attendant, author Tania Anderson has done and seen it all, from meeting world-famous celebrities to flying into war zones. “In 1990, I flew the military into Saudi Arabia (near the Kuwait border) only weeks after Saddam Hussein invaded Kuwait under possible SCUD poison missile attacks,” she says. “In 2021, I brought the 82nd Airborne, the last regiment in Kabul at the end of the U.S. withdrawal, from Germany back to America.” Tania can share the many harrowing experiences she had along the way, including witnessing pro-Taliban guerillas shooting at planes at Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan in 2013, and much more. She is the author of the memoir “On Butterflies’ Wings: An Anthology of International Escapades,” and the upcoming “Synchronicity — the Escapades Continue.” Contact Tania Anderson at (213) 513-6099; tanderson@rtirguests.com
7. ==> Diddy Case Exposes Secret World of Sex Trafficking
Sean “Diddy” Combs is charged with what the Justice Department called a years-long scheme to sexually abuse and exploit women, allegedly using his business empire to commit the crimes. Attorney, activist and founder of The Red Movement, Shadan Kapri, says the case is just the beginning to understanding the secretive world of sex trafficking. Kapri will share the truth about the exploitation of children and women in the fashion industry, the entertainment industry, the sports world, and even high profile events like the World Cup, Olympics, and the Super bowl. Kapri, a former prosecutor and an expert in sex trafficking and domestic violence, believes we are entering a new era called The Red Movement, where people no longer support products, brand, people, corporation, and events that exploit the people are the planet. Shadan Kapri (pronounced Shadawn Capri) has been recognized nationally and internationally for her work in law and human rights. She is the author of “The Red Movement: Social and Environmental Justice in the 21st Century.” Contact her at (509) 720-0278; ShadanKapri@icloud.com
8. ==> How a Major Investment Firm Got Away with a Massive Ponzi Scheme
While working as an investment broker for Morgan Stanley in the early 2000s, author Dana de Windt discovered some shocking improprieties. “Morgan Stanley inadvertently established a Ponzi scheme, with the deliberate and intentional selling of Kemper Lumbermen’s Surplus Notes,” he says. “That’s the reason that they and their regulators have fought like tigers to keep this very serious infraction from getting into the public’s knowledge.” In 2007, Morgan Stanley and one of its senior traders agreed to pay $6.1 million in fines and restitution to settle allegations that the investment bank overcharged brokerage customers — one of whom was Dana’s then 87-year-old father — on 2,800 purchases of $59 million of bonds. But no criminal charges were ever pursued. Dana is the author of “Checkmate: The Morgan Stanley Whistle Blower.” Contact Dana de Wendt at (772) 773-6879; ddewindt@rtirguests.com
9. ==> Career Advice for Uncertain Times
Career strategist, executive recruiter and entrepreneur, Becky Heidesch will share the keys to getting job interviews, hired, promoted, and properly compensated today. Becky created the acronym STEEP to illustrate how building and managing a career today is much like climbing a steep mountain, and to reach the top you need the right equipment and resources, including an accurate map, up-to-date skills, tools, and strategies for maneuvering through harsh terrain and occasional storms. Heidesch can address career topics like staying marketable, mitigating career risks in a fast-changing digital world, how to make a successful career transition, and the # 1 essential survival skill everyone must develop. Becky is the founder of two online career centers, an executive search firm, and the author of the upcoming book “The Career Masterclass for Women.” Contact Becky at (714) 742-7124; becky@beckyheidesch.com
10. ==> Why Work on Overcoming Your Biases?
No matter how open-minded we may think we are, studies have shown all humans have unconscious biases. According to author and diversity, equality, and inclusion (DEI) educator Sara Ting, these biases aren’t just detrimental to the subjects of our prejudices. “Biases can negatively impact every aspect of our lives, both personally and professionally,” she says. “This can make us less productive in the workplace and creates more tension in our dealings with others on a day-to-day basis.” Sara can share how we can recognize our biases, and how to overcome them. She is a diversity and inclusion educator, speaker, consultant, and author of “Small Book with a “Big Idea: 5 Minute Training to Empower You and Transform the World.” Contact Sara Ting at (508) 715-3370; Sting@rtirguests.com
11. ==> How World War II Affected College Football
Share the surprising story about the importance of college football in our country during World War II, and the lengths colleges went to preserve this American institution and keep morale high. West Point graduate, retired Army lieutenant colonel, and Vietnam veteran Rich Cacioppe gives your audience an in-depth look at college football in the crucial 1940s, as well as the unique cultural aspects that surrounded this tumultuous time. The author of “Black Knights and Fighting Irish” and an experienced media guest, Rich provides the answers to fascinating questions like: Why was the 1946 Army-Notre Dame game considered “The Game of the Century?” What was the shocking connection between Notre Dame and a 1951 cheating scandal at West Point? How does WWII’s impact on college football make today’s unprecedented Transfer Portal issue seem benign by comparison? Contact Rich Cacioppe at (239) 420-7460; rcacioppe@rtirguests.com
12. ==> What NOT to Do When Diagnosed with Cancer
We all have a cancer story. With one in three Americans being diagnosed with cancer in their lifetimes, it is a common thread in all our lives. However, with good information and proper guidance, these stories can have better endings – if we know what to do, and what not to do. Dr. Kerry Forrestal can help. An ER doctor for 20 years, Dr. Forrestal has worked with thousands of cancer patients. His expert advice can give your audience the best possible chance against cancer as well as tips for navigating your finances, relationships, and career post-diagnosis. Ask him: Why should newly diagnosed cancer patients absolutely not go online to research when they first receive their diagnosis? Why are most cases of cancer discovered in the ER? How have evolving treatments made it more likely than ever that patients will survive a cancer diagnosis? An experienced media guest, Forrestal is the author of “Crushing Cancer: A Patient’s Complete Guide to Managing a Cancer Diagnosis.” Contact him at (419) 780-3689; kforrestal@rtirguests.com
13. ==> Divisive Politics, Climate Change, Wars: How to Overcome
Overwhelming Stress
Overcoming stress is not a new topic. But while most experts recommend strategies to avoid stress, internationally known psychologist Stephen Sideroff claims it’s best to just face it head on. “Stress is a fact of life, and it’s necessary for success,” he says. “I have discovered a holistic methodology based on 9 key pillars to help you thrive, even in the midst of overwhelming stress.” Drawing on over 40 years of experience, Stephen can share techniques to adjust the mind and body to cope with modern forms of stress, and ways to prosper with stress, rather than letting it weigh you down. Stephen is an associate professor in the Departments of Psychiatry and Rheumatology at UCLA’s Geffen School of Medicine. He was the founder and former clinical director of the Stress Strategies Program of UCLA/Santa Monica Hospital and former clinical director of Moonview Treatment and Optimal Performance Center. He is the author of “The 9 Pillars of Resilience: The Proven Path to Mastering Stress, Slow Aging and Increase Vitality.” Contact Dr. Stephen at (213) 660-4659; ssideroff@rtirguests.com
14. ==> What May Be the Real Cause of Disruptive Classroom Behavior?
When kids act up and wreak havoc at school, are they just being bad? According to Donna Redman, they may actually be suffering from sensory processing disorders (SPDs), which cause difficulty in detecting, modulating, interpreting, and/or responding to sensory experiences such as sound, touch, vision, and taste. “Sensory processing disorder is a commonly overlooked and misunderstood challenge that often goes undetected, causing significant and unnecessary hardships for kids in the classroom, and adults,” she says. Donna is the founder of the Secret Genius Project, which integrates creativity into helping children and adults to better cope with SPD. “My research has revealed irrefutable evidence of our connection to art, science, and nature, and provides the path to reach down to the core of what compels us toward creativity and self- expression; self-expression is delivered through our senses.” she says. Contact Donna Redman at (973) 876-5903; dredman@rtirguests.com
15. ==> Want to Live to Be 90? The One Health Style Change You Need to Make
Author and environmental activist Richard Schwartz, Ph.D., is 90-years-young and still going strong. His secret? “I have followed a vegan diet for decades,” he says. “I am convinced that that has been the key to my longevity and remaining healthy at an advanced age.” He also believes that animal-based industries are destroying the planet by largely contributing to climate change. “The world is eating itself into distinction,” he adds. “If people don’t embrace vegetarianism and veganism on a massive scale, I am convinced that humans will be extinct by 2100.” An experienced media guest, Richard is the author of “Vegan Revolution” and other similar books. Contact Richard Schwartz at (914) 533-1949 or rschwartz@rtirguests.com