01. Psychiatrist on ‘Doomsday Mom’ Multiple Murder Trial
02. Consumer Alert: Beware of QR Code Scams
03. What’s Gotten Into You? Fun Science Show
04. How Are Iconic Food Items Created? Ask the Family That Dreamed up Tater Tots
05. The Growing Evangelical Divide
06. What Would Abe Lincoln Think of Trump?
07. Is Karma Real? Ask This Investigative Journalist
08. The Federal Government Is Still Failing Border Kids
09. Should You Take Career Advice from a Psychic?
10. How Tony Bennett and Glen Campbell Performed with Memory Loss
11. How to Regain Balance After One of Life’s Gut Punches
12. Are You Choosing Happy or Avoiding It?
13. Stop Beating Yourself Up!
14. Is Satan Real?
15. This Guest Inspires Others to Never Give Up
1. ==> Psychiatrist on ‘Doomsday Mom’ Multiple Murder Trial
The trial of the so-called “Doomsday Mom,” Lori Vallow Daybell, continues in Boise, Idaho, this week. The 49-year-old mother of three is charged with murdering two of her children and conspiring to kill her husband’s first wife. Vallow Daybell’s religious beliefs about zombies and the end of the world are cited as partial motives for the murders. Invite forensic psychiatrist and expert witness Dr. Carole Lieberman to discuss how those beliefs factor into the case as well as the role of money, and what Vallow Daybell’s body language in the courtroom reveals. Carole Lieberman, M.D., M.P.H., frequently appears in the media commentating on news headlines from a psychological and socio-political point of view. Contact Ryan McCormick at (516) 901-1103
2. ==> Consumer Alert: Beware of QR Code Scams
You see them all over the place these days, those square QR codes you scan with your phone to reveal information about a product or service. But cybersecurity expert Amir Sachs says some QR codes are traps to get your information or money. With multiple reports of hacks stimulated by a QR code, Amir says people and businesses are at risk. Whether it’s money or financial information directly stolen or personal information, Amir says a hack could cost you money in the long run. He’ll share ways to reduce the risk of getting QR hacked and what to do if you’ve been exposed. Amir Sachs is a cybersecurity expert and the founder of Blue Light IT. Contact Adrienne Mazzone at (561) 908-1683; amazzone@transmediagroup.com
3.==> What’s Gotten Into You? Fun Science Show
Every one of us contains a billion times more atoms than all the grains of sand in the Earth’s deserts. If you weigh 150 pounds, you’ve got enough carbon to make 25 pounds of charcoal, enough salt to fill a saltshaker, enough chlorine to disinfect several backyard swimming pools, and enough iron to forge a 3-inch nail. But how did these elements combine to make us human? Invite science historian Dan Levitt to tell the awe-inspiring story of the elements that make up the human body and how these building blocks of life make us who we are. Levitt is the author of “What’s Gotten Into You: The Story of Your Body’s Atoms: from the Big Bang Through Last Night’s Dinner.” He’s spent over 25 years writing, producing, and directing award-winning documentaries for National Geographic, Discovery, Science, History, PBS, and the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137; (703) 400-1099 (cell) or Erin Bolden at (703) 980-2705
4. ==> How Are Iconic Food Items Created? Ask the Family That Dreamed up Tater Tots
Have you wondered how some of the most iconic foods in the U.S. came to be? Or perhaps you’ve pondered whether an idea you had might “cut the mustard”? Take a fascinating look at this tasty topic when you interview cousins Les and Steve Grigg. Les is the grandnephew of Ore-Ida founding brothers Nephi and Golden Grigg while Steve is Nephi’s son. These visionary brothers created, promoted and established Ore-Ida and its iconic Tater Tots™ in the 1950s which they eventually sold to Heinz at a handsome profit. Les and Steve can share fascinating Tater Tot™ facts — Americans consume more than 70 million of them a year — what the 20 most iconic American foods are and other cool stuff. Ask them: How did the Griggs manage to have Tater Tots™ make their debut at the newly constructed Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami? How did Ore-Ida get its name? How did thriftiness lead to the birth of Tater Tots™? Contact Les Grigg at (208) 589-0065; griggnyle@gmail.com; available last-minute
5. ==> The Growing Evangelical Divide
With a looming contentious Trump trial on the horizon, another ugly election cycle just months away, and the upcoming Southern Baptist Convention facing major controversies including the probable expulsion of a number of members, evangelicals will be pulled in opposing directions and into separate camps once again. But with the stakes so high, can they find unity? And what could the country and church look like if they don’t? Longtime pastor and best-selling author Daniel Darling can discuss the situation and what’s at stake. Darling regularly appears on such networks as MSNBC, CNN, Fox News and CBN and is the author of more than a dozen books including his latest, “Agents of Grace.” Contact Jason Jones at jason@jonesliterary.com
6. ==> What Would Abe Lincoln Think of Trump?
Donald Trump, one of the most controversial presidents in history, has compared himself to Abraham Lincoln in speeches. Is he right? Author Gretchen Wollert demonstrates how Lincoln and Trump have a lot in common and reveals why Lincoln would have agreed with Trump’s policies and more. This guest, who has a degree in history, will discuss the many startling similarities between Donald Trump and Abraham Lincoln. She’ll explain why Trump will determine the future of the Republican Party, how turning America into a socialist country has become a race to the bottom, and much more. An educator, entrepreneur, and farmer with appearances in local, regional, and national shows, Gretchen is the author of “Born to Fight: Lincoln & Trump.” Contact Gretchen Wollert at (307) 338-2807; gwollert@rtirguests.com
7. ==> Is Karma Real? Ask This Investigative Journalist
One of America’s top investigative journalists, Michael Bowker has been up close and personal with celebrities, presidents, and even serial killers. However, the most incredible events he’s covered have been ordinary people doing extraordinary things — and those stories transform the world more than the juiciest celebrity gossip. Invite him on your show and meet everyday heroes whose “small” acts have resulted in ripple effects that make the world a better place, such as the man who saved a million lives . . . so far. Ask him: What’s the biggest ripple effect you’ve seen from a non-famous person’s actions? Which two stories caused all the death threats you received? What happened after you ran a story about the convicted criminal who saved an autistic child from a burning house? Michael Bowker is a seasoned media guest who has been featured by “Good Morning America,” “Reader’s Digest,” and many more. Contact him at (530) 296-6301; mbowker@rtirguests.com
8. ==> The Federal Government Is Still Failing Border Kids
Anyone who follows the news is well aware that the U.S. has been struggling with a crisis at the border for decades. According to author and international authority on immigration issues and foster families Richard Villasana, few people realize just how badly the kids suffer. “The federal government still has more than 1,000 families that have not been reunited,” he says. “One of the biggest failings of the Trump administration was the lack of successful efforts to stay in communication with the thousands of children who were placed with sponsors.” As an insider, Richard can reveal the little-known, shocking reasons for this, and why the border crisis continues. Richard is the founder of the nonprofit Forever Homes for Foster Kids and the author of the critically acclaimed book, “Do No Harm: The U.S. Border Child Tragedy Continues.” Contact him at (619) 648-4729; rvillasana@rtirguests.com
9. ==> Should You Take Career Advice from a Psychic?
America’s job market is finally surging back after the pandemic, and with more choices than ever, many people are considering employment changes. How do you know where to go when thinking about a new career? Find out when you talk to top psychic Ann Johnson. Ann can guide your audience toward job success as well as provide instant personality analysis, relationship advice, and more. The real deal among psychics, Ann has been featured by top media outlets including “New York Magazine,” MTV Network, and “Rolling Stone.” She is the author of “Facing Forward: A Memoir About Choices, Intuition, and Insights in a Show Busy Life.” Contact Ann Johnson at (516) 862-4405; ajohnson@rtirguests.com
10. ==> How Tony Bennett and Glen Campbell Performed with Memory Loss
Dementia comes with devastating effects that destroy quality of life, yet both Tony Bennett and Glen Campbell performed live tours while suffering from the condition. How did they do it, and do it so well? John Campbell can explain the healing effect of music, especially in patients with memory loss. He’ll provide tips and advice for caregivers and those with family members suffering from dementia on how to incorporate music into their routines, to tremendous positive effect. An entrepreneur and lyricist/songwriter, John is the author of “Beyond the Fading Memories: Guiding Words for Dementia Caregivers.” Contact him at (608) 975-2714; jcampbell@rtirguests.com
11. ==> How to Regain Balance After One of Life’s Gut Punches
There’s plenty of advice out there on coping with day-to-day stress, but how do you handle a situation that turns your life inside out? Most methods don’t work with major life changes ranging from losing a job to the death of a loved one — because they don’t address the grief that accompanies these events. Frank DiMaio has been there. After losing his wife to breast cancer, he found no real support or guidance for surviving husbands and set out to change that. He developed a way to help anyone deal with grief and move forward from being emotionally stuck. Ask him: Do men grieve differently than women? How can we move forward after a chaotic, life-changing event? Frank is the author of “A Promise Made, A Promise Kept: A Husband’s Journey Through Journaling to Heal the Loss of His Spouse.” Contact him at (401) 205-3325; fdimaio@rtirguests.com
12. ==> Are You Choosing Happy or Avoiding It?
Unlock the hidden secrets of happiness and discover five things you think will make you happy but actually won’t when you interview this dynamic guest! Jennifer Hughes is on a mission to help people choose happy. She says most people get it backward, avoiding things that will make them happy while actively choosing things that end up disappointing them. A certified life coach, trainer of The Success Principles, and author of “Choose Happy: Be This, Not That,” Jennifer can help your audience strengthen their relationships, achieve their dreams, and skyrocket their happiness to new levels. Learn the five unexpected things people believe will make them happy but actually won’t, why it’s so important to take responsibility for our own happiness, and how we can we do that. Contact Jennifer Hughes at (480) 745-2113; jhughes@rtirguests.com
13. ==> Stop Beating Yourself Up!
“I’m not good enough…I always mess up…I’m a failure.” Many people get trapped in the never-ending cycle of low self-esteem and negative self-talk, often without even realizing it. But psychologist/author Dr. Adriana Popescu says it’s possible to stop the inner critic and start feeling good about yourself. “Over the last 25 years, I’ve worked with thousands of people, empowering them to overcome their imagined limitations, release their self-judgments and discover the brilliance within − creating a life of infinite possibilities,” she says. Adriana is a licensed clinical psychologist, addiction and trauma specialist, speaker, thought leader and empowerment coach, and author of the critically-acclaimed book “What If You’re Not as F***ed Up As You Think You Are?: How We Come to Believe Lies About Ourselves and What We Can Do to Change Them.” Contact her at (415) 707-5054; Apopescu@rtirguests.com
14. ==> Is Satan Real?
There has been much debate, even in Christianity, about the existence of the devil, as some wonder whether it’s just a metaphor. Interview Valerie Galloway to talk about the realities of “the enemy” and how Satan infiltrates our lives and our psyches. She’ll share her personal experiences with loss due to the devil’s influence and help your audience banish evil from their lives to achieve fulfillment, joy, and purpose. A certified ICF coach with a bachelor’s degree in community health and a master’s degree in social science, Valerie is the author of “Addiction Steal, Kill & Destroy: A Spiritual Guide to Overcoming Addiction and Loss.” Contact Valerie Galloway at (917) 994-8841; vgalloway@rtirguests.com
15. ==> This Guest Inspires Others to Never Give Up
Most of us have plenty of obstacles standing in the way of happiness or success — and most of us give up too soon, settling for less than what we really want out of life. Are some issues simply too challenging to overcome? According to author and inspirational speaker Jesse Fiedor, no challenge is insurmountable! Jesse overcame a serious disability to achieve his dream of working in Hollywood. He can help your audience find the motivation to accomplish anything, no matter what stands in their way. Like Beethoven continuing to make music after he lost his hearing, you can realize any goal and live your best life. Ask him: How did you conquer your obstacles, and how can others do the same? Did you meet any celebrities during your time in Hollywood? Why do you say, “If I can do it, anyone can”? Contact Jesse Feidor at (714) 683-2353; jfiedor@rtirguests.com