11/9/2023 RTIR Newsletter: War Worries, Giving Tuesday, The Habit of Hope

 

01. Why Biden Must Call for a Ceasefire

02. What This American Saw During the Gaza Invasion

03. How China’s Naval Power Endangers the Free World

04. Veterans Day Is Saturday: Former Member of Delta Force

05. After Thanksgiving Comes Giving Tuesday

06. How to Make Sure Your Donation Makes a Difference

07. It’s Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month

08. How to Prevent the Next Deadly Wildfire

09. Have Americans Lost the Habit of Hope?

10. Anger’s Hidden Role in Women’s Heart Disease

11. 4 Words That Will Make Anyone Pay Attention to You

12. Can You Rewire Your Own Brain? How to Break Negative Patterns

13. Expert Reveals the Surprising Skill That Must Be Taught in Elementary School

14. Do a Show on the Healing Power of Music

15. Psychic: How Spirits Live Vicariously Through Us

 

1. ==> Why Biden Must Call for a Ceasefire

 

Hamas’ massive, brutal attacks and kidnappings perpetrated against Israelis on October 7 violated humanity’s most fundamental international legal principles. Mary Ellen O’Connell says those same principles must govern Israel’s right of response, and they are best fulfilled through an immediate ceasefire by all parties, not an Israeli ground offensive in Gaza. O’Connell, an expert in international dispute resolution, argues that the cost to civilians in this conflict is so high that the principle of humanity demands an end to all fighting. And, she says, the U.S. has an urgent responsibility to step up and restore respect for international law. “[Joe] Biden has the opportunity to change the reality on the ground — for Israelis and for Palestinians — by using the power of the purse to win law compliance and the conditions for enduring peace. He can begin by winning an immediate ceasefire.” Mary Ellen O’Connell is the Robert and Marion Short professor of law and professor of international peace studies at the University of Notre Dame. Contact her at (574) 631-7953; MaryEllenOConnell@nd.edu 

 

2. ==> What This American Saw During the Gaza Invasion

 

Detri McGhee can give listeners a window into what it was like to be in Israel during the horrific Hamas invasion. Detri was in Jerusalem to attend a Feast of the Tabernacles celebration and could hear explosions and sirens. She spent time in bomb shelters including one in which Orthodox Jews were praying and says she listened to the mayor of a town near the Gaza Strip speak and learned two days later that he had been killed by the terrorists.  Detri was on one of the last planes out of the country before the airports shut down. She’ll describe what she saw and heard and why she believes her life has been changed by what she experienced. Detri runs the nonprofit Reaching for Life, Inc. which encourages reading, writing, and communicating through developing advanced emotional intelligence skills. Contact her at (870) 407-7523; dmcghee@rtirguests.com

 

 

3. ==> How China’s Naval Power Endangers the Free World

 

Did you know that the U.S. is facing a naval battleforce emergency that no one is talking about? Ptolemy Pruden, a defense expert and strategist, will point out that by 2027 China will have 440 ships and destroyers compared to the U.S.’s 285. And that over the next five years, the U.S. intends to decommission 10% of its fleet. Pruden, the host of the Common Sense Defense Podcast and author of the upcoming book “China Rising: The Case for Containment,” will provide the knowledge your listeners need to combat the threats facing America. He’ll explain why we need to freeze ship decommissions and boost naval funding by $15 billion. He says, “We have to work with our friends and allies to engage in building a strong naval presence across the Indo-Pacific while providing a lethal and sustainable deterrent to the PRC. As the United States moves forward, the whole nation must play its part in the protection of its children’s future.” Contact Ptolemy Pruden at (248) 275-7327; calprudenthree@yahoo.com

 

4. ==> Veterans Day Is Saturday: Former Member of Delta Force

 

Command Sergeant Major (Ret.) Tom Satterly led hundreds of military campaigns, including Operation Red Dawn, which led to the capture of Saddam Hussein. For 20-plus years, he was a member of Delta Force, the most elite and secretive special operations force in the U.S. military. He received 64 medals, including a Silver Star and four Bronze Stars, but the military hero says when he finally got back home, he struggled to reclaim his life. Tom Satterly details his and other veterans’ desperate attempts to overcome PTS, addiction, relationship issues, and other mental health issues in his book, “All Secure: A Special Operations Soldier’s Fight to Survive on the Battlefield and the Homefront.” Contact Lauren Manley at (305) 987-5666; Lauren@allsecurefoundation.org

 

5. ==> After Thanksgiving Comes Giving Tuesday

 

Giving Tuesday is fast approaching. Held the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, the day encourages people to give back to their communities in a myriad of ways. Giving Tuesday began in 2012 when the 92nd Street Y in New York City sought to organize a movement that, with the help of social media, promoted generosity and charitable giving while reminding people of the true meaning of the holiday season. Asha Curran, chief executive officer of Giving Tuesday, says, “The most magical part of Giving Tuesday, the special and unique characteristic that drives this generosity movement, is that this remarkable day of giving is made possible by the many and not the few; everyday people’s kindness, acts of generosity, and commitment to a better world fueled this day of good.” She’ll explain the concept of radical generosity, how far the movement has spread across the globe and ways everyone can participate and make a difference. Giving Tuesday has become a global network that collaborates year-round to inspire generosity around the world. Contact Shareeza Bhola at media@givingtuesday.org 

 

6. ==> How to Make Sure Your Donation Makes a Difference

 

It may be the season of giving, but you should know where your dollars go. Those who donate to charities that are dear to their hearts always have the best of intentions but are the funds actually making an impact? “There are more than 1.7 million public charities in our country, and many of them overlap services with others and need to compete for donor dollars and grants,” says nonprofit expert and author Michele Whetzel. “People need to do their homework before donating to organizations. Charities should be findable and transparent and should register and share their financials on sites like Guidestar.org and CharityNavigator.org.” Michele is a veteran of the nonprofit arena, founder of Your 501 Guide consulting and author of the book “So, You Want to Start a Nonprofit, Now What?” Contact Michele Whetzel at (302) 407-0513; Mwhetzel@rtirguests.com

 

7. ==> It’s Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month

 

Every year about 64,000 Americans will be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and another 50,000 will die of the disease that carries the highest mortality rate of all cancers. As November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month, now is a great time to speak to Sue Tabashnik. Although she isn’t an expert on the disease, she lost her grandmother to it and can talk about how the late actor Patrick Swayze, whom she met multiple times, became one of the first celebrities to talk about battling pancreatic cancer, advocated for more funding for research for better early detection and new treatment for pancreatic cancer, and by example showed more openness about discussing the cancer’s impact on lives. Sue is the author of “Patrick Swayze: The Dreamer.” Contact her at (248) 617-0505; stabashnik@rtirguests.com  

 

8. ==> How to Prevent the Next Deadly Wildfire

 

The horrific Maui devastation was just another example of the growing wildfire threat, even in paradise. For a timely take on this subject, interview wildfire expert Jim Moseley, who can explain what this wildfire threat encompasses, and how we can protect ourselves and our properties. Jim has developed patented products and methods to ease the danger and even prevent wildfires. Invite Jim to discuss what causes the wildfire scourge, what we should be doing, which locations and populations are in the worst wildfire and polluting danger zones, and even how NASA is involved with fighting the war against wildfires. Contact Jim at (818) 486-8662; jmoseley@rtirguests.com

 

9. ==> Have Americans Lost the Habit of Hope?

 

With all the political turmoil and negative news Americans are subjected to it’s easy to see why some of us have lost the habit of hope. But like any healthy habit, it can be refreshed, rebooted, or acquired for the first time. Expert Edie Summers is making it her mission to teach people how to be more hopeful and shift their mindset to focus on what they can control. Ask Edie: How can we develop a habit of hope?  How can focusing on small things to be grateful for reinforce that habit? What mindset shift do we need to make? Edie Summers is the author of “The Memory of Health,” a mind-body fitness instructor, a former executive, and the creator of the My Daily Well app. She has been featured in “Entrepreneur” and many podcasts. Contact her at (503) 487-0058; esummers@rtirguests.com

 

10. ==> Anger’s Hidden Role in Women’s Heart Disease

 

Heart disease is the number one killer of women. According to clinical psychologist Dr. Karyne B. Wilner, anger is one well-known factor in women’s heart disease, along with our culture’s role in suppressing it. “Anger creates stress in the body that can lead to physical and emotional health problems,” she says. She can share body-based techniques to release anger in ways that lead to greater health overall. Karyne is the author of the upcoming book “Releasing Toxic Anger for Women: Body-Based Practices to Transform Negative Thoughts, Soothe Stress, and Stay True to Yourself.” She is a leader in the field of Core Energetics and mind/health. Ask her:  What is Core Energetics? What techniques can women use to overcome the toxic effects of anger? What are some tools to reduce stress? Contact Karyne Wilner at (401) 305-2278; kwilner@rtirguests.com

 

11. ==> 4 Words That Will Make Anyone Pay Attention to You

 

In today’s hectic, highly distracted world in which most people have short attention spans, effective communication is a bigger challenge than ever. “People subconsciously decide with lightning speed if they should pay attention to you,” says public speaking coach Nina Surya. “When you speak, others aren’t just responding to what you’re saying. They’re responding to things you don’t even know you’re doing.” This impacts everyone when it comes to achieving success, including presentations at work to speaking on the phone and communicating in everyday life. Invite Nina on your show to hear four words that will make people pay attention to you and learn what type of body language commands positive attention. Nina is the president and CEO of UniqueSpeak Consulting and has served as the speech and communication coach to top-level executives, politicians and public figures. Contact her at (310) 359-0787; nsurya@rtirguests.com

 

12. ==> Can You Rewire Your Own Brain? How to Break Negative Patterns

 

Are you feeling stuck in an unhappy job, relationship, or other unpleasant situation? Does it seem like the circumstances will never be right for you to find the perfect partner, the perfect career, or the perfect life? Luckily, you don’t have to wait for the opportunity to come to you. Learn how to make your own opportunities for breaking free from anything that holds you back when you interview Laura Brennan Ballet. The author of “The Science of Empowerment,” Laura is an experienced life coach and frequent media guest who helps people connect with their personal power to achieve anything, simply by changing the way they think about it. She’ll show your audience not only how to think differently but to actually recalibrate their brains and reach for their dreams with intent. You’ll hear why we all become algorithms of the people around us, how to reclaim your authentic self, and how to move past disappointment and live your life with zero regrets. Contact Laura Ballet at (860) 831-4435; lballet@rtirguests.com

 

13. ==> Expert Reveals the Surprising Skill That Must Be Taught in Elementary School

 

Teaching computer science to students in grades pre-K through 5 is now a major focus in schools. Children’s author and longtime STEM educator Chris Goldberg, Ed.D., has worked with even the youngest elementary school students and can speak to the need for teaching these skills to young children. “Research shows that these skills help students in mathematics, problem-solving and critical thinking and may help create a path of interest for students who have the aptitude for programming one day,” he says. “There also must be a focus on making sure underrepresented populations receive exposure to computer science skills.” Chris is the author of “Aliyah and The STEMsational Problem-Solvers: What’s Cooking?” Ask him: How does learning computer science prepare kids for the future? What specific STEM skills should young kids learn, and why? Contact Chris Goldberg at (610) 557-8442; cgoldberg@rtirguests.com

 

14. ==> Do a Show on the Healing Power of Music

 

Music is a huge part of every culture the world over. Beyond providing entertainment, music can instantly affect our moods — but did you know that music can also heal? John Campbell talks about the tremendous power of music to soothe us body and soul. He’ll share examples from personal experience of Alzheimer’s and dementia sufferers responding to music, tips and advice on choosing the best music for healing, unconventional ways to bring healing music into your life, and more. An entrepreneur and songwriter, John is the author of four books. His latest, “Beyond the Fading Memories: Guiding Words for Dementia Caregivers,” includes stories, advice, and lessons learned from six years as the primary caregiver for his mother after she was diagnosed with dementia. Contact John Campbell at (608) 975-2714; jcampbell@rtirguests.com

 

15. ==> Psychic: How Spirits Live Vicariously Through Us

 

According to psychic medium June Edward, no matter how tough your present life may seem, it represents a vacation from what happens after you die. As June will explain, having a body that can taste, smell and have sex — among other things — is a treat because those senses will not be present after death; that is why people who have passed on live vicariously through us. With June as your guest, you can have a fascinating discussion about what your life circumstances may be trying to teach you, what the Other Side is like, the difficult process involved before being reborn and more. June is a psychic medium who passed to the Other Side during surgery at the age of 27 and came back by choice. She fully embraced her gifts at 52 and has since worked on missing person cases and consulted with many well-known paranormal groups and authors. She is the author of “The 5 Love Lessons” and other books. Contact June Edward at (508) 259-1231; juneedward111@gmail.com