01. Beyond Bombs: Ukrainian Women Face Financial Crisis
02. CDC, Masks and the Medically Vulnerable
03. Warning: ‘VAIDS’ Vaccine Disinformation Campaign
04. What Trump Revealed about American Media
05. Blending Bennifer: How a JLo/Affleck Marriage Might Work
06. Love at First Sight: What’s Behind It?
07. Outrageous Open Houses
08. Should You Lie During a Job Interview?
09. Expert Freelancer Shares Tips to Get Gigging
10. Are You a Carrier of the ‘Trauma Virus?’
11. Exercise Over 50: Do This, Not That
12. The Essential Health Move Most People Miss
13. Why This OB-GYN Avoids C-Sections
14. Do a Show on the Coolest Form of Adoption
15. 3 Antidotes for Teen Anxiety
1. ==> Beyond Bombs: Ukrainian Women Face Financial Crisis
Millions of Ukrainian women and children have fled the country with just the clothes on their backs. Women’s World Banking CEO Mary Ellen Iskenderian says the refugees’ reliance on cash is exacerbating the crisis. “Ukrainian women are finding they can’t exchange the Ukrainian currency, the hryvnia, for euros or dollars at the border. Or can only do so at exorbitantly high, even predatory, exchange rates,” she says. “But the crisis is also shedding light on the limitations of digital financial services, particularly payments, even for those not entirely reliant on cash. Most of the Ukrainian women are arriving at the border with cell phones and many of them have credit and debit cards. But European banks are refusing digital transactions and payments drawn on Ukrainian banks because they’re worried that they won’t be reimbursed by the banks that issued the cards.” As these women’s financial situation becomes direr, Iskenderian fears a sex trafficking nightmare. The nonprofit Women’s World Banking works to give women access to the financial system. Mary Ellen Iskenderian’s new book is “There’s Nothing Micro about a Billion Women: Making Finance Work for Women.” Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137 (office); (703) 400-1099 (cell) or johanna@jrbcomm.com
2. ==> CDC, Masks and the Medically Vulnerable
Many people across the country were caught off guard when a federal judge struck down the nationwide mask mandate for travelers. While plenty of people celebrated the news, others have concerns about how it will affect their safety — and the health of their families. Beatrice Adler-Bolton, co-host of the Death Panel podcast, says removing the federal transportation mask mandate is a retrenchment of social rights for the medically vulnerable. “A mask mandate on all publicly accessible transportation is well within the CDC’s rights under the 1944 Public Health Service Act. It is also a necessary requirement to protect the vulnerable as cases rise all around us.” The Justice Department has appealed the judge’s ruling because the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) says the mandate remains necessary for public safety. The mandate was previously set to expire on May 3. Beatrice Adler-Boston is a blind/low vision and chronically ill disability justice advocate. Contact her at bea.bolton@gmail.com, @realLandsEnd
3. ==> Warning: ‘VAIDS’ Vaccine Disinformation Campaign
There are several reports that online anti-vaccine influencers ––including Dr. Joseph Mercola, one of the top spreaders of vaccine misinformation during the pandemic –– are claiming that COVID-19 vaccines, particularly booster shots, cause AIDS, or “VAIDS.” According to Dr. John Moore, “This iteration of anti-vaccine disinformation is ludicrous and has been completely debunked. Bringing AIDS into the existing web of (vaccine misinformation and) deceit is a blatant attempt at fearmongering. All of this will yet further strengthen resistance to taking vaccines, and hence cause even more avoidable deaths.” Dr. Moore notes that approximately 150,000 unvaccinated Americans died of COVID-19 in 2021 even though they had ready access to the life-saving vaccines and says a substantial proportion of these deaths lie at the hands of the peddlers of vaccine disinformation. John Moore, M.D., is a professor of microbiology and immunology at Weill Cornell Medicine who is widely known for his research on HIV/AIDS. Contact him at jpm2003@med.cornell.edu (Dr. Moore prefers interviews during the working week from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET)
4. ==> What Trump Revealed about American Media
Donald Trump changed American journalism and the way politicians deal with the media. Some say the former president used the media to spread misinformation and lies. Others believe he exposed the media’s lack of ethics and objectivity. He certainly exacerbated the public’s distrust of American journalists, but according to Dutch American journalist and media trainer Hans Izaak Kriek, the media are also to blame. Invite the author of “Trump’s Daily Domination of the News Media” to share his independent, nonpolitical observations. Ask him: Are Americans getting honest news from the media? Are media owners pushing their own political agendas? How can the public recognize fake news and framing? Do others besides politicians use fake news, and why? Hans Izaak Kriek is the publisher and editor-in-chief of Krieksmediaworld.com. He worked as an international political journalist for AVRO/TROS, the two largest Dutch National broadcasters. As a media trainer, he has coached and advised thousands of politicians and executives. Contact him at (561) 861-2974; jkriek@rtirguests.com
5. ==> Blending Bennifer: How a JLo/Affleck Marriage Might Work
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are engaged for a second time after calling off their prior pledge in 2004. Both bring with them a good deal of “baggage,” according to David Glass, a Certified Family Law Specialist, author, and former clinical psychologist. “Not only do they have to deal with how they can make their relationship work when once it did not, but they also will need to find productive ways to manage the many complexities of blending their respective families and careers.” Ask him: Will it be difficult to co-parent with Jennifer Garner? Where and how does Marc Anthony fit into the family picture? When a family is this “complicated” what are some of the best ways to coordinate schedules and manage family relations? Will the couple sign a prenuptial agreement? If so, what might it contain? David Glass is one of a few attorneys trained in both law and clinical psychology (Ph.D.). He has practiced family law for 23 years. Contact Cherie Kerr at (714) 550-9900; (714) 271-2140 or cherie@kerrpr-execuprov.com
6. ==> Love at First Sight: What’s Behind It?
If you haven’t experienced it yourself you’ve probably seen it portrayed in a movie: two people who have an instant attraction, a soul connection, and a feeling they belong together. Alicia McBride, an empath, psychic, and author of three books, can discuss the powerful emotions behind love at first sight. Whether they are believers or not, your audience will get a kick out of exploring this unusual topic. In an interview, Alicia will say that intense instant attraction may be the result of recognizing someone from a past life, or from one of the participants having psychic abilities even though they may be hidden. She’ll explain that what we think of as love at first sight may not last or even be mutual. Be sure to ask her what happened when she met a man she had pictured in her head for two years. Alicia McBride is the author of “The Empath Effect,” “I Feel Too Much” and “I Love You When.” Reach her at (484) 369-1464; Healinglightempath@gmail.com
7. ==> Outrageous Open Houses
An open house is supposed to induce sales, not mirth. But people sometimes do weird things at open houses and other showings, especially if they are looking at multimillion-dollar properties. Usually known only to real estate professionals, these zany stories can be yours when you interview top Realtor Valerie Fitzgerald, cohost of the new podcast “Real Estate, Real Laughs.” She can talk about people who show up to see luxurious manses in broken-down jalopies or on foot — somehow negotiating the freeway — the guy who wanted a limo to pick him up at a seedy motel where he was living, or the couple having sex in the backyard of a house that was being shown. The former star of HGTV’s “Selling L.A,” former Ford model and TEDx speaker, is one of Coldwell Banker’s Top 10 Agents, with $3 billion in sales. Valerie has 30,000 followers on Instagram. Her new weekly podcast proves there is a side to real estate most people don’t know about: the fun side. Contact Valerie Fitzgerald at (310) 861-3238; vfitzgerald@rtirguests.com
8. ==> Should You Lie During a Job Interview?
When Beverly Williams was a young lawyer, she sat for an interview at a law firm. During that interview, she was asked why she became a lawyer and she responded, “When I was a child, I loved to watch the TV show ‘Perry Mason’ … and I decided that’s what I’m going to be.” Her answer, made on the fly, was honest but not what the firm was looking for. Now as the author of “Your GPS to Employment Success: How to Find and Succeed in the Right Job,” and an employment professional, arbitrator, and former HR executive in both private and public sectors, Williams can talk about why telling the truth may not be your best option and what to consider before answering commonly asked open-ended questions. Williams is a partner at Wong Fleming PC in Princeton, N.J., where she specializes in labor and employment law. She also hosts the Your Employment Matters with Beverly Williams podcast. Williams earned an M.P.A. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a J.D. from Rutgers Law School. Contact her at (973) 576-5841; bwilliams@rtirguests.com
9. ==> Expert Freelancer Shares Tips to Get Gigging
As last year’s Great Resignation has evolved into this year’s Great Re-imagination of the workplace, Sherry Beck Paprocki provides plenty of advice for those who are looking for more flexibility and freedom in their careers. Sherry has earned more than six figures a year as a gigger. An award-winning author, editor and journalist, though, she knows that earnings aren’t the only key to lifetime success and happiness. Invite her on your show and learn how to have a lucrative freelance business, tips to create the gig lifestyle you’ve dreamed about, and why some people have satisfying careers while others don’t. Sherry Beck Paprocki is a past president of the American Society of Journalists and Authors. Her work has been featured in the “Chicago Tribune,” the (Cleveland) “Plain Dealer,” the “Philadelphia Inquirer,” “Preservation” and more than 100 other publications. Her latest book is “Freelance Fancy: Your Guide to Capturing Spiritual Health, Wealth and Happiness.” Contact her at (614) 537-7159; paprockiltd@cs.com
10. ==> Are You a Carrier of the ‘Trauma Virus?’
Trauma is embedded in institutions and passed down from generation to generation. Scholar and author Dr. Sousan Abadian says that anyone can be a carrier of the “trauma virus.” She says, “We see trauma footprints today in the rise of extremists and many of us are unaware of the ways we are carrying the trauma virus that can create fertile ground for radicalization to occur.” She’ll explain how we may be affected by trauma, because forms of stress have come to feel ordinary. She is the author of the forthcoming book “Free Me to Love.” She has a Ph.D. in political economy and government from Harvard University. Contact Sousan at (617) 860-2785; sabadian@rtirguests.com
11. ==> Exercise Over 50: Do This, Not That
As we advance past 50, it becomes more critical than ever to engage in some sort of daily exercise. But not all exercise is equal. Dr. Karl Zarse says there are activities you want to avoid and others you want to emphasize. Dr. Zarse, a spine, pain and nutritional supplement specialist, recommends avoiding exercises that involve a lot of impact, like running, jumping, and plyometrics. “I cannot tell you how great CrossFit has been for my practice: herniated discs, ruptured Achilles’ tendons, hip and knee issues — the list goes on. Patients have a hard time letting go, especially if you are a runner. But I’m telling you, put it in the rearview mirror. The body’s connective tissue cannot support it, and the force transfers to areas that result in injury.” Dr. Zarse can speak on many topics in health including fat-fighting foods and vitamins, boosting your nutritional IQ, supplement trends, and much more. Karl Zarse, M.D., is an anesthesiology specialist and the owner of Spine and Pain PLLC. Contact Adrienne Mazzone at (561) 908-1683;
amazzone@transmediagroup.com
12. ==> The Essential Health Move Most People Miss
When it comes to your health and your family’s you could be overlooking something lifesaving. That’s the message of Anne McAwley-LeDuc, who will reveal why it isn’t enough to see physicians regularly, stick to a healthful diet and exercise program, take prescription medicines correctly and avoid bad habits like smoking and excessive drinking. Anne will offer advice and answer questions about the missing ingredient most families fail to utilize: keeping accurate health histories and records. A sought-after speaker and media guest, Anne (the award-winning author of “Personal Health Organizer”) will reveal the importance of maintaining key information about every doctor visit, procedure and treatment, vaccination, and prescription for all family members. Contact her at (860) 300- 603; AMcAwley@rtirguests.com
13. ==> Why This OB-GYN Avoids C-Sections
Chances are you know someone who had a C-section. The serious and danger-prone surgery has become far more common in North America during the last 35 years. But are more cesarean births happening for medical reasons or convenience? You and your audience will discover what veteran obstetrician Alan Lindemann, M.D., says about avoiding C-sections, for the health and safety of mothers and babies. Ask him: Why has giving birth become so dangerous? How has the pandemic impacted conception and maternal care? What advice does he have about obstetrical risks, older moms (births past 40), living in maternity “deserts” and minimizing surgical deliveries? A sought-after media guest and author, Dr. Lindemann has delivered more than 6,000 babies in his 40-year career without any maternal mortalities. Contact Alan Lindermann, M.D., at (701) 399-9556; ALindemann@rtirguests.com
14. ==> Do a Show on the Coolest Form of Adoption
A few years ago, Nate Birt and his wife started thinking about adding another child to their family through adoption. They did their research and found what they believe is the coolest way to adopt: frozen embryo adoption. Learn how the Birts’ youngest child started her life as someone else’s frozen embryo that was implanted, carried and birthed by Nate’s wife. Their daughter is now a preschooler adored by her parents and siblings. Invite Nate to discuss what other people need to know should they be considering a similar journey or if they’re merely curious. Contact Nate Birt at (417) 221-9045; Nbirt@rtirguests.com
15. ==> 3 Antidotes for Teen Anxiety
Teen anxiety has been on the rise since the turn of the century, and it has accelerated in recent years, especially during the pandemic. When Clint Rutledge heard the staggering statistics, the author and father of teens decided to do something to help families fight the growing epidemic. Clint’s new book, “Strong and Courageous,” shares three biblical secrets to help teens protect themselves. Invite him on your show and learn how parents can empower their teens to stand strong in their convictions, overcome discouragement, and become leaders others want to follow. Discover the activity parents can do with their teens to improve decision-making, the key to controlling focus and overcoming discouragement, and how stories are the secret weapon for teaching a lesson. Clint Rutledge is a keynote speaker and author. He has worked with thousands of teens, coaches, and teachers over the last 20 years. Contact him at (830) 660-1052; clint@clintrutledge.com
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