01. How Trump Wins the Iran War
02. What Joe Kent’s Resignation Means About the Iran War
03. New Report: Tariffs Instead of Taxes is a Terrible Idea
04. March Madness Could Cost Employers $12.1 Billion: Why Bosses Should Embrace It Anyway
05. Interview EDM Artist Ashley Paul
06. Spring Clean Your Love Life (and Stop Repeating Mistakes)
07. The Protein Myth That Keeps Americans Sick
08. Are You Addicted to Caffeine—and Don’t Even Know It?
09. Joint Pain Isn’t ‘Just Menopause’: It’s Inflammation, Hormones, and How You Move
10. Sneaky Signs Your Partner Is a Narcissist
11. The Woman Behind ‘Neighborhood Watch’ Now Takes on Gangs
12. What No One Tells You About Running for Office
13. 3 Million Mom-Owned Businesses Fuel the U.S. Economy
14. How to Reclaim Attention in a World Built to Distract
15. ‘Out of the Chair’ Thinking to Help Kids Focus and Learn
1. ==> How Trump Wins the Iran War
Can Washington translate its military campaign against Iran into a desirable political outcome? Charles Kupchan says, “The way this war ends will ultimately determine whether Trump’s decision to attack Iran goes down in history as a rash act of folly or a courageous strategic success.” He says, “Trump has two options. The less risky option is to refrain from dismantling the regime and instead aim to put in place the Islamic Republic 2.0.” He says Trump’s other option is to attempt to topple the Iranian government. “A grassroots revolution in Iran sounds attractive, but it’s far too risky. The likely outcome of dismantling the Islamic Republic is not stable democracy, but state fracture, political chaos, and radiating instability. Washington should instead aim for a defanged Islamic Republic.” Charles Kupchan is a senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations and professor of international affairs at Georgetown University. His new book is “Bringing Order to Anarchy: Governing the World to Come.” To arrange interviews contact (212) 434-9888; Communications@cfr.org
2. ==> What Joe Kent’s Resignation Means About the Iran War
Top national security official Joe Kent resigned this week over his opposition to the Iran War. Matthew Hoh can relate. In 2009, after being appointed to the Foreign Service, he resigned his post in Afghanistan over the Obama administration’s escalation of the Afghan War. He says, “The reality is that for every person like Joe Kent, who speaks out and resigns over policy, many do not. Kent’s criticism that the war on Iran is an unnecessary war driven by Israeli interests is a view that many within the U.S. government likely hold as well. It certainly is a view held by many commentators, many of them former U.S. military officers, diplomats or intelligence officials.” He adds, “Whether Israel is the direct cause of this war, or the cause is the more general systematic reality of the American empire, the importance to the American people is that their interests are not being included in the decisions to start and sustain this war.” Hoh is a disabled Marine Corps veteran of the Iraq War and former Afghan War State Department Officer. He is now an analyst and commentator on foreign and military policy issues as a senior fellow with the Eisenhower Media Network. Contact him at matthew.hoh@icloud.com
3. ==> New Report: Tariffs Instead of Taxes is a Terrible Idea
One year after implementing sweeping taxes on imported goods, President Trump says he wants to replace income taxes with tariffs. The Center for Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP) says that’s a terrible idea. A new report from the group shows the plan would raise taxes on people with incomes in the bottom 20 percent by $4,000, while wealthy households would receive a $337,000 windfall. The report also shows how tariffs have harmed the economy thus far and calls on policymakers to abandon them and pursue more efficient and equitable revenue-raising policies. CBPP analysts say, “Raising the corporate tax rate — which Republicans slashed in 2017 — would raise substantial revenue.” They calculate that raising the rate to 28 percent — halfway between the current rate and the pre-2017 tax rate — would generate around $1 trillion over ten years — enough to replace about two-thirds of the current tariffs. The Center for Budget and Policy Priorities is a nonpartisan research and policy institute that works to promote federal and state policies that will build a stronger, more equitable nation and fair tax policies. For an interview with a CBPP expert contact Nanci Flores at nflores@cbpp.org or Jacob Kaufman-Waldron at jkaufmanwaldron@cbpp.org
4. ==> March Madness Could Cost Employers $12.1 Billion: Why Bosses Should Embrace It Anyway
Each year American companies lose billions of dollars because of lost productivity during March Madness and this year the Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts an especially high price-tag of $12.1 billion—a $2.4 billion dollar increase from 2025. “Some workers report spending up to two hours watching games on the days when afternoon games are played,” says workplace expert Andrew Challenger. And although it may hit them in the pocketbook, he believes employers should embrace the games as an opportunity for human connection. “It wouldn’t be shocking to hear that morale is low in any given organization,” he says. "March Madness offers the chance for camaraderie that can revive the workplace. Office pools, watch parties, and department bracket challenges can not only create in-office excitement for fans, but can also connect remote workers with their colleagues. Add in lunch and coffee, and employers can make it a reason workers will want to come to the office.” He advises companies to set up dedicated spaces where employees can watch games, discuss brackets, create competitions with meaningful prizes to drive participation, and invite staff to show off their team pride through their attire. Andrew Challenger is chief revenue officer at Challenger, Gray & Christmas, a global outplacement and executive coaching firm. Contact Coleen Madden Blumenfeld at (312) 422-5074; (314) 807-1568 (cell) or colleenmadden@challengergray.com
5. ==> Interview EDM Artist Ashley Paul
Named an artist to watch by “NY Weekly” and “LA Weekly,” international dance pop/EDM artist Ashley Paul broke out with the dance hit “When Boys Cry” back when she was a teen. Today she’s building a growing fan base for her dance floor gems including “Bingo Baby” (which has well over a million streams) and her newest single “Finding Rhythm,” both of which are in regular rotation on Sirius-XM’s BPM and Utopia. Ashley can discuss her new music — she’s had successful collabs with Lucas Marx (who wrote for Katy Perry & Carrie Underwood) and Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum producer Joel Diamond — her live performances, as well as her enduring career. Contact John Angelo at john@premieretv.com
6. ==> Spring Clean Your Love Life (and Stop Repeating Mistakes)
Every spring we declutter our homes, but what about our relationships and the emotional patterns we keep carrying? Many people swear, “This time will be different,” only to end up in the same kind of relationship. Sabrina Ciceri, author of “If It’s Not One Thing, It’s a Mother,” says partner choice is often driven by childhood conditioning, not logic. After growing up in deep family dysfunction (including her mother running off with her teenaged boyfriend) Sabrina made a conscious decision to break the cycle. She’ll explain why we’re drawn to what feels familiar (even when it hurts), how to recognize inherited relationship scripts, and the practical steps to choose differently. Contact Sabrina Ciceri at (352) 308-1596; sciceri@rtirguests.com
7. ==> The Protein Myth That Keeps Americans Sick
A heart attack at age 70 forced Dorothy Greet to rethink everything she believed about nutrition, especially protein. After she and her 80-year-old husband ditched all animal products, their results were dramatic: normalized blood pressure and cholesterol, effortless weight loss, and energy levels they hadn't felt in decades. Now at 85, Greet is credentialed in plant-based nutrition from Cornell and ready to debunk the protein myth keeping millions sick. In interviews, Greet will reveal how Americans have been misled about protein requirements and why plant foods provide all the protein needed for optimal health. Drawing from her book “Go Veg with Class,” she'll share how two lifelong carnivores reversed heart disease through dietary change alone—and why it's never too late. Listeners will learn simple swaps to "ditch dairy" and "remove meat" while discovering how this shift could eliminate up to 80% of chronic diseases. Ask her: Where do you actually get your protein on a plant-based diet? You reversed heart disease at 70—what happened to your health markers? Why don't doctors tell patients about the power of dietary change? Contact Dorothy Greet at (302) 314-6010; dgreet@rtirguests.co
8. ==> Are You Addicted to Caffeine—and Don’t Even Know It?
More than two-thirds of American adults, and increasingly children and teenagers, consume caffeine every day, yet few consider it an addiction. Health researcher and author Norbert Heuser says caffeine isn’t just in coffee. It’s in soda, energy drinks, green, black, and white teas, and even an increasing number of snacks. And it’s quietly shaping our brains, moods, sleep, and long-term health. Drawing on more than 45 years of research and insights from his book “Coffee Addiction & Caffeinism,” Norbert challenges the belief that caffeine is harmless. He’ll explore how everyday use may contribute to anxiety, chronic fatigue, sleep disorders, fertility issues, reduced gray brain matter, cognitive decline, and even harm to the unborn, while also explaining why most people never question its impact. Norbert will reveal what science is starting to show, why caffeine dependence has become socially acceptable, how to recognize addiction, and practical ways to reduce its hidden effects—without sacrificing energy or performance. He also shares great-tasting, caffeine-free alternatives to coffee. Contact Norbert Heuser at (727) 261-2313; nheuser@rtirguests.com
9. ==> Joint Pain Isn’t ‘Just Menopause’: It’s Inflammation, Hormones, and How You Move
Many women are told joint pain is simply part of getting older, especially during perimenopause and menopause. But according to Stacey Roberts, RN, PT, MSN, that explanation often misses what’s really happening inside the body. Invite Roberts to explain how declining estrogen reduces the body’s natural anti-inflammatory protection, making joints more sensitive to stress, movement patterns, and even food sensitivities. Over time, poor biomechanics and compensation after old injuries can quietly worsen inflammation, even without visible damage. “Pain isn’t just about wear and tear,” says Roberts. “It’s about how hormones, inflammation, and movement interact.” With more than 30 years of experience working with everyday women and professional athletes, Roberts helps patients address pain without surgery, injections, or long-term medication by restoring balance and mobility. Ask her: Why is joint pain so common during menopause? How do different hormones influence inflammation and pain? Why do women need to change the way they move during perimenopause and menopause? Contact Stacey Roberts (414) 522-6153; sroberts@rtirguests.com
10. ==> Sneaky Signs Your Partner Is a Narcissist
While anyone can spot the loud, attention-seeking narcissist, it's the charming "nice guy" covert narcissists who cause the most damage—and Dr. Valerie Sussman should know. After 20 years trapped in a narcissistic marriage, this retired pediatrician traded her stethoscope for a paintbrush and became a certified Narcissistic Abuse Specialist dedicated to helping others recognize these wolves in sheep's clothing. Sussman will reveal the "6 E's" that show your partner is a narcissist and explain why victims stay "hooked on hopium"—the dangerous hope that keeps them trapped. Drawing from her book “Love, Lies, and Narcissists in Disguise: The A-Z Guide for Survivors of Narcissistic Abuse,” she'll share how to spot the charm-to-harm cycle before it's too late. Listeners will learn the red flags they're missing, why asking "Am I the narcissist?" means you're not, and how creativity can heal emotional wounds. Ask her: What's the difference between overt and covert narcissists—and why are covert ones more dangerous? You call it "hopium"—why is hope so toxic in these relationships? What are the "6 E's" and how do they reveal a narcissist? Contact Valerie Sussman at (805) 407-5635; Vsussman@rtirguests.com
11. ==> The Woman Behind ‘Neighborhood Watch’ Now Takes on Gangs
Stephanie Mann was abandoned in Mexico City at age 15 and survived through community connection—now this crime prevention consultant with 40 years of experience knows exactly why gangs flourish. The answer: social isolation and fear, and the result costs taxpayers $100 billion annually. Mann will reveal why traditional policing fails and how her low-cost Neighborhood Safety Expert program succeeds. She'll explain how trained community members who look like and speak the language of residents build trust where police cannot, why drug dealers often control neighborhoods through gifts and favors, and how connected neighbors eliminate the isolation that drives kids to gangs. Stephanie Mann coauthored the book “Alternative to Fear: Guidelines for Safer Neighborhoods,” which helped establish the national Neighborhood Watch program in the 1960s. She went on to write numerous crime prevention books and founded the National Safe Kids Now Network. Contact her at (925) 438-0716; smann@rtirguests.com
12. ==> What No One Tells You About Running for Office
Most people think running for office is about speeches, slogans, and shaking hands. Rob Curnock knows better. As a former TV political reporter, party leader, and unlikely congressional candidate, he’s seen the process from every angle. He pulls back the curtain on the physical exhaustion, emotional toll, family strain, and political hardball that define modern campaigns. After challenging and almost winning after running against an “unbeatable” incumbent, he discovered how power really works behind closed doors. “I experienced the often-brutal realities of running for office—and learned how ordinary citizens can shake up the system,” he says. Rob is a long-time broadcast journalist and the author of “Dead Man Running.” Contact Rob Curnock at (254) 822-3741; rcurnock@rtirguests.com
13. ==> 3 Million Mom-Owned Businesses Fuel the U.S. Economy
Last year, mom-owned businesses generated more than $1.8 trillion in revenue, but this powerhouse movement didn’t start with TikTok side hustles. It began a century ago, in kitchens, basements, and living rooms, led by women with big ideas and little recognition. Roy Martin, Nashville Women’s Entrepreneur Coach and founder of the WFH Empowerment Academy, is spotlighting these early pioneers and empowering post-COVID mompreneurs to follow in their footsteps. His upcoming book, “But She Can’t Vote,” draws a direct line from women like Jean Nidetch (Weight Watchers) and Tupperware trailblazer Brownie Wise to today’s online work-from-home moms. Roy encourages motivated mompreneurs to claim their 20th century history while building a New Age WFH empowerment movement. Ask him: What can today’s moms learn from the original work-from-home pioneers? How can women start a purpose-driven home business in 2026? Contact Roy Martin at (629) 265 0570; rmartin@rtirguests.com
14. ==> How to Reclaim Attention in a World Built to Distract
We live in a world designed to hijack our attention. The average adult now spends over seven hours a day on screens, yet many feel more scattered, reactive, and stuck than ever. Author and senior UCLA mindfulness educator Mitra Manesh says this isn’t just a focus issue; it’s an attention crisis quietly eroding our freedom to choose. On your show, Mitra will reveal why even intelligent, successful people often live in “survival mode,” how constant stimulation weakens our decision-making, and why reclaiming attention is the first and most important step toward true freedom. Drawing from her inspirational fiction, “The Attentionist: New Choices for a New World”—a parable in the spirit of “The Alchemist”—she offers a transformative blend of storytelling and insight, packed with techniques and practices for improving attention as a transformative force in all aspects of life. This is a timely invitation to shift from reaction to creation, and a powerful case for why reclaiming attention may be the most radical act of personal power in our time. Contact Mitra Manesh at (310) 807-3031; mmanesh@rtirguests.com
15. ==> ‘Out of the Chair’ Thinking to Help Kids Focus and Learn
Think kids need to sit still to concentrate? Research says the opposite, and so does math educator Suzy Koontz. With screen time up and attention spans down, Suzy offers a powerful, practical solution: movement-based learning. Suzy is the creator of Math & Movement, a program used in schools nationwide to boost focus, memory, and academic performance through full-body learning. In her segment, she’ll explain how jumping, hopping, and dancing can help kids grasp math and reading faster—no tech required. She’ll also share simple, at-home activities parents can use to help restless kids refocus after school. Suzy has reached over 1 million students and authored 20+ books packed with easy, energizing takeaways your audience can use right away. Contact Suzy Koontz at (607) 366-9588; skoontz@rtirguests.com
