01. Who Was St. Patrick?
02. The History of the Klu Klux Klan
03. Cybersecurity Wake-Up Call: The SolarWinds Hack
04. The Hank Garrett Story: From Harlem Hoodlum to Hollywood
05. What Really Happened in Waco?
06. Is California a Petri Dish for America’s Future?
07. What to Know About COVID-19 and Your Gut
08. The Power In Your Purse: Use It for Good
09. Creative, No-Scam Ways to Make Extra Cash
10. Seriously, the Best Leaders are Funny
11. Why You Need to Review Your Life Insurance Now
12. Would You Sacrifice Your Career for Your Child’s?
13. How to Take God Seriously
14. Could You Use a Mindset Reboot? Take This Quiz
15. Celebrate Our ‘Soul Bonds’ with Our Pets!
1.==> Who Was St. Patrick?
On St. Patrick’s Day next week we’ll eat green bagels, wear shamrocks and hoist beers to our Irish heritage, but what do you really know about St. Patrick, the man? He’s Ireland’s beloved patron saint and he’s celebrated worldwide each March 17. What did he do during his remarkable life, more than 1,500 years ago? What will most Americans, including those of Irish ancestry, be surprised and intrigued and inspired to learn? Invite acclaimed historian William Federer on-air to explore the compelling true story of Saint Patrick! With quiz questions and little-known stories, Federer will separate fact from folklore, helping everyone observe Saint Patrick’s Day with newfound appreciation and fascination. William Federer is president of Amerisearch, Inc. He is the author of many books including “Saint Patrick: The Real Story of his Amazing Life from Tragedy to Triumph.” Contact him at (314) 487-4395; (314) 540-1172 (cell) or wjfederer@gmail.com
2. ==> The History of the Klu Klux Klan
Get ready for a history lesson as Linda Gordon shares her comprehensive investigation into the origins of the Klu Klux Klan and sheds light on the transformation of the post-Civil War KKK into a mainstream social movement among the Anglo-Saxon middle class in the 1920s. Hear how the Klan, which started as a terrorist group in the 1870s, evolved into a new iteration that took hold largely above the Mason-Dixon, with particularly strong roots in Oregon and Illinois. Learn how this 20th-century revival drew nearly six million members and how by operating in broad daylight, within the confines of democracy (even electing hundreds to public office), the Klan influenced the trajectory of “Americanism.” Hear why Gordon says the biggest Klan victory was much less visible and remains far more urgent: the movement of the 1920s altered the threshold for tolerable public discourse for decades. Linda Gordon is Professor of History at New York University and the author of several books including “The Second Coming of the KKK.” Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 991-8328; jboyer@rtirguests.com
3. ==> Cybersecurity Wake-Up Call: The SolarWinds Hack
The SolarWinds hacking campaign — one of the most extensive to date —exposed fundamental cybersecurity vulnerabilities within U.S. government agencies and the private sector. And cybersecurity expert Rob Knake says the campaign, which investigators suspect Russia is behind, is far from over. He says the sweeping campaign shows how sophisticated adversaries can bypass even well-defended targets. He’ll run down what has happened, what could be coming, and how to improve defenses against this type of cyber threat in the future. Rob Knake is the Whitney Shepardson Senior Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR). Knake served from 2011 to 2015 as director for cybersecurity policy at the National Security Council. Contact him at rknake@cfr.org; @robknake
4. ==> The Hank Garrett Story: From Harlem Hoodlum to Hollywood
From gun-toting kid to gun-toting cop, when you see Hank Garrett, you probably remember TV shows like “Columbo” and “Car 54, Where are You?”, or his brutal fight scene with Robert Redford in “Three Days of the Condor,” still considered one of the best fight scenes of all time … and actually sent him to the hospital. But Hank Garrett had an unlikely journey to Hollywood that began in Harlem. Hear how Sammy Davis Jr. sat the young, rough-edged actor down and told him he had to make a choice. The life-changing conversation led Garrett to throw his gun away and pick up a microphone and today Hank continues to give back by being a guardian angel to troubled youths, just as Davis was to him. On your show, Garrett will share stories from his six decades in Hollywood working alongside Sophia Loren, James Coburn, Kirk Douglas, Hector Elizondo, Charlie Sheen, James Earl Jones and more. You’ll also hear about his most memorable “fight” (with none other than “The King,” Elvis Presley) and how he became the first white comedian to appear at the famed Apollo Theater in Harlem. Hank Garrett’s new memoir is “From Harlem Hoodlum to Hollywood Heavy.” Contact Harlan Boll at (626) 296-3757; harlan@bhbpr.com
5.==> What Really Happened in Waco?
It has been nearly 28 years since the ATF (Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives) and the National Guard were ambushed during the execution of a search and arrest warrant at the Branch Davidian compound in Waco, Texas. Since then there have been multiple movies and TV mini-series (the last in 2018) and books but according to former ATF agent Mark Rusin, the public still doesn’t know what really happened. How was the ATF compromised so badly? Who was ultimately responsible for the deaths of four ATF agents? Who fired the first shot? Who set the fires after the 51-day siege? Get the answers from Rusin, who, as the ATF representative to the Drug Czar’s office at the White House briefed President Clinton in 1993 regarding the families of the slain ATF agents at Waco. Rusin also met several U.S. presidents while protecting them. He has been a consultant to “CSI” and other shows and is the author of “METRO: Sin City Chronicles.” An earlier novel, “Justice For Dallas,” was based on real events and is being turned into a screenplay. Contact Mark Rusin at (520) 205-1113; msrusin@comcast.net
6. ==> Is California a Petri Dish for America’s Future?
Whatever happened to the Golden State? Why are Californians fleeing by the millions? Is our nation, including your state, following in California’s footsteps? Interview California-based author, columnist and speaker Rick Elkin who explores these topics in his new book, “The Illusion of Knowledge: Why So Many Educated Americans Embrace Marxism.” He’ll explain how several generations of well-meaning but gaslighted Californians have turned the nation’s largest state into a Venezuelan-style disaster zone. And why so many successful, well-educated and seemingly patriotic leaders in major institutions of academia, entertainment, social media and communications endorse Marxist social theories. Contact Rick Elkin at (760) 877-1262; RElkin@rtirguests.com
7. ==> What to Know About COVID-19 and Your Gut
COVID-19 has righty been blamed for everything from deadly lung issues and brain fog to the loss of taste and smell. But what about the coronavirus’ effects on your digestive system? Can your gut protect you from COVID-19? What do people with inflammatory bowel disease need to know about the virus? How is COVID-19 leading to more gut issues for more people? Explore this timely topic with Stanford-trained physician Jeff Lazarus, M.D., who will educate your audience about gut responses to the pandemic, plus possible solutions. Dr. Lazarus has developed the “Controlling Your Gut Feelings” program using a combination of cognitive-behavioral therapy, medical hypnosis, and motivational interviewing techniques to assist young patients and adults. Contact Dr. Lazarus at (216) 202-3112; jlazarusmd@rtirguests.com
8. ==> The Power In Your Purse: Use It for Good
You’ve heard of dark money, PAC money, and corporate money and their undue influence on elections and public policy. Ordinary people don’t have that kind of influence … or do they? Certified Financial Planner Lorri Craig says they could. “When we think of each dollar we spend as a vote for the environment, fair treatment of workers, ethics, and integrity, or oversight of their supply chains — we are positively altering an egregiously-imbalanced economic and political power system,” she says. “We can make choices that boost ourselves, our communities, and our planet.” Lorri has simple advice on how to implement this strategy. She has a master’s degree in finance and is a subject matter expert for the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards. She offers an Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) investment platform on her website for socially conscious investors who want to make a positive impact. Ask her what are some examples of voting with your discretionary dollars? How can ordinary people have an outsized influence on the world? Contact Lorri at (484) 453-1742; LCraig@rtirguests.com
9. ==> Creative, No-Scam Ways to Make Extra Cash
Checks will go out to many Americans in the coming days as part of President Biden’s stimulus package. The money will help, but it won’t cover everything, and the bills keep coming. Invite financial expert Patricia Davis to discuss some creative ways to make extra money right now and avoid scammers and bogus job opportunities. You’ll learn what household items can be sold for cash without you ever missing them, how to make money from your cellphone images and opinions, and how to spot money-making scams. Patricia Davis is the author of “Going Broke Is No Joke.” An experienced guest, Patricia holds an MBA from Stanford, a master’s degree in personal financial planning from Golden Gate University and a certificate from Georgetown University’s Stonier Graduate School of Banking and Finance. Contact her at (301) 517-6304; pdavis@rtirguests.com
10. ==> Seriously, the Best Leaders are Funny
What do all great leaders have in common? How do they consistently lead well and inspire others? College professor and prolific author and speaker Teruni Lamberg has extensively researched this topic for her seminars and book, “Leaders Who Lead Successfully.” And she has discovered a quality that separates superior leaders from lackluster or boring ones: the best leaders have a sense of humor that makes followers smile, understand and emulate. Learn more when you interview Teruni and hear her insights about leaders in business, medicine, academia, entertainment, politics, sports, media and more. Ask her how will laughing along with influential people raise your own ability to lead? Why do funny people make the best mentors? Whom does she admire most: Musk, Pelosi, Gates, Spielberg, Fauci, Winfrey, or Goodell? Contact Teruni Lamberg at (775) 451-3086: TLamberg@rtirguests.com
11. ==> Why You Need to Review Your Life Insurance Now
Why is it that we trust experts to look over and review almost all of our legal documents … but we never think to have anyone review our life insurance policies? This, as it happens, can be a fatal financial mistake! And can lead to a huge financial loss in the long run. David Kottler, The Life Insurance Doctor™, can walk your audience through the benefits of regularly reviewing their insurance policies. He’ll start by sharing some powerful statistics. Did you know that 90% of life insurance policies lapse with no value before any death benefit is paid? That $700 billion worth of death benefits lapse or get surrendered each year? Or that 99% of lapsing policies could have delivered great value to the family before lapsing? David is the author of “The Best Kept Secret in Your Insurance Policy,” which details everything people need to know to get the most value out of their insurance policies. Contact David Kottler at (216) 532-1221; DKottler@rtirguests.com
12. ==> 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 the parents 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, actually giving up his medical practice (as did his wife) to help his daughter Nena make it through medical school, childbirth, and early parenting. Learn more when you explore this heartwarming story with the Akamnonus, authors of “Little Baby Lydia, Grandma, Grandpa and Student Mom: Saga of Family Role Reversal and the New Times.” Ask them: Do they have any regrets? Would they encourage others to take the same path? What were their first decisions, eventual actions and ongoing challenges? Contact Oliver Akamnonu at (413) 206-6753; oakamnonu@rtirguests.com
13. ==> How to Take God Seriously
Camilo Graza is sure to be one of the most fascinating guests you’ll ever have. Graza is a man of science with great knowledge of the heavens. He balances science and faith as both an aerospace engineer and a lay preacher who says it’s the smartest people who believe. Ask him: Why are prayers and worship so important? Why is faith alone not enough for salvation? How do you get to heaven? Graza’s book, “Passport to Heavenly Eternal Life,” has helped people take God seriously and cherish life more. Graza will take questions and discuss surprising biblical teachings for the 21st century, exploring the creation of the universe and our amazing earthly home. Contact Camilo Graza at (626) 341-1886; CGraza@rtirguests.com
14. ==> Could You Use a Mindset Reboot? Take This Quiz
If there is anything good about the contentious election, COVID-19 epidemic and growing economic uncertainty, it is that some people are using them as catalysts for change. Invite Rev. Arthur Mackey on your program to share the fuel for that change by giving your audience an eye-opening quiz and helping them interpret their answers. He will inspire us all as he explores everything from family and workplace influences on our lives to health and social services, faith-based resources, and education programs worth knowing about. He’ll have your audience members thinking about ways they would answer such questions as: What is (and should be) your biggest priority right now? Are you most concerned about relationships, career, health, or finances? How would you describe your current mood: stressed, hopeful, serene, bored? Which people could you help? Rev. Mackey is a sought-after media guest and a researcher who has authored several books including “Overcoming the Spirit of Depression.” Contact him at (516) 219-8392; AMackey@rtirguests.com
15. ==> Celebrate Our ‘Soul Bonds’ with Our Pets!
There is no doubt that we love our furry four-legged friends! Many, like Jean Alfani, even feel a special soul connection to their pets. Jean knew when her eyes locked with those of a smooshy-faced little dog who sat inside a kennel at the Humane Society, that it was love at first sight. Invite her on your show to discuss how the pandemic has affected our relationship with our pets, whether we can actually know what our pets are thinking, and how pets brighten our lives even after they are gone. While writing about her precious pug Zuggy for her children’s books years after his death, she says she realized how much of our human legacy is lost within a single generation. Inspired, she created “Blessed to be Me” and “Blessed to be Your Dog,” to serve as guides for others to capture and celebrate the stories of their lives with and without pets. Jean Alfieri is an author, speaker, and rescue dog advocate. Contact her at (602) 397-1344; ZuggythePug@gmail.com
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