01. China and U.S. Temporarily Rollback Tariffs
02. U.S. Welcomes White South African Refugees
03. The Rise of the Israel-Skeptic Washington Wing
04. After 250 Years, Do We Need an Official Language?
05. Actress, Producer, Podcaster Khadeen Indrea
06. Garage Sale Millionaire Shares Secrets for a Five-Figure Yard Sale
07. How the For-Profit Healthcare Industry is Killing Us
08. Meet the Real-Life Mad Man Who’s Out to Rewrite the Script on Aging
09. The Biggest Myths About Psychic Intuition
10. Dreams, Death, and a Priest’s Unlikely Calling
11. Work-From-Home Moms: Turn Passion into Profit This Summer
12. How to Raise Confident and Creative Kids in the AI Age
13. Subtle Signs Your Ego is Destroying Your Life
14. Time Travel This Summer— Into Your Past Lives
15. It’s Time for Summer Beach Reads!
1. ==> China and U.S. Temporarily Rollback Tariffs
The United States and China will reduce tariffs on each other’s goods for ninety days while they continue trade talks. “Beijing realized that, if the tariff tension hikes up, American shelves are going to run out of stuff, American factories are going to run out of the intermediary input. And you started to see the pressure bubbling up in the United States as well,” explains China expert Zongyuan Zoe Liu of the Council on Foreign Relations. “The Chinese officials have said there is not going to be a winner from the trade war, and they know that they cannot win from the trade war. Not just because of shrinking exports, but also because of pressure on the stability of the currency and domestic stability from unemployment.” Under the current agreement, the United States will drop its main tariff level on Chinese imports from 145 percent to 30 percent, and China will reduce its duties on U.S. goods from 125 percent to 10 percent. Zongyuan Zoe Liu is Maurice R. Greenberg senior fellow for China studies at the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR). Contact her at zliu@cfr.org
2. ==> U.S. Welcomes White South African Refugees
Months after the Trump administration ground U.S. refugee admissions to a halt, suspending a program that lets in thousands of people fleeing war or political persecution, it has restarted the effort — but only for one group: White South Africans. A group of 49 white Afrikaners arrived at Dulles airport on Monday on a charter flight paid for by the U.S. government. But many, including the South African government, are puzzled by the move and say the group is not being persecuted. “The idea that there were refugees who had been identified, vetted, who had spent years as refugees, and their hopes for admission to the United States after years of suffering had been crushed, that now the one exception would be made for Afrikaners just seems like a cruel twist to those refugees to whom the door was closed in their face,” says Bill Frelick, director of Human Rights Watch’s Refugee and Migrant Rights program. The resettlement effort comes after President Trump signed an executive order in February claiming minority Afrikaners were being unfairly treated in South Africa. The South Africans will now have a pathway to U.S. citizenship and be eligible for government benefits. Bill Frelick is director of Human Rights Watch's Refugee and Migrant Rights Division. Contact him at @BillFrelick or the Human Rights Watch D.C. office at (202) 612-4321; hrwdc@hrw.org
3. ==> The Rise of the Israel-Skeptic Washington Wing
During his first major overseas trip of his second term, President Donald Trump is visiting Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE—skipping Israel entirely. This omission, along with direct U.S. talks with Hamas and potential nuclear deals with Saudi Arabia that don’t require normalization with Israel, has alarmed Israeli officials who once saw Trump as their strongest U.S. ally. The mood in Jerusalem is reportedly one of anxiety and disillusionment, with former officials describing it as “total panic.” Critics say Trump is sidelining Israel’s concerns in favor of pursuing U.S. economic interests and disengaging from broader Middle East conflicts. Middle East Expert Asaf Romirowsky is available to discuss the rise of an Israel-skeptic wing in Washington and the challenges that poses. Asaf Romirowsky is the executive director of Scholars for Peace in the Middle East. Trained as a Middle East historian he holds a PhD in Middle East and Mediterranean Studies from King’s College London, UK and has published widely on various aspects of the Arab-Israeli conflict and American foreign policy in the Middle East, as well as on Israeli and Zionist history. Romirowsky is co-author of “Religion, Politics, and the Origins of Palestine Refugee Relief.” Contact Mark Goldman at (516) 639-0988; mark@goldmanmccormick.com
4. ==> After 250 Years, Do We Need an Official Language?
According to linguist Ross Perlin, President Donald Trump’s Executive Order making English “the official language of the United States,” sends a negative signal about the many languages that make up this nation’s greatness. He says the move is the polar opposite of what our society, one of the most linguistically diverse in history, is and has always been about. He also points out that the order doesn’t just target foreign languages, it also attacks the hundreds of Native American languages at the core of the nation. And while it doesn’t ban languages other than English, Perlin says it sends an unprecedented official signal that they are not welcome. So how should Americans respond? “The decree reflects a profound weakness, anxiety and insecurity—but it also presents an opening. By challenging it, we can reassert linguistic diversity as one of America’s most fundamental realities and strongest assets. In other words: Speak up or be told what and how to speak—and think.” Ross Perlin is a linguist, translator and author of “Language City: The Fight to Preserve Endangered Mother Tongues in New York.” Contact him at (212) 854-3941; rap2179@columbia.edu
5. ==> Actress, Producer, Podcaster Khadeen Indrea
Invite actress, New York Times best-selling author, and co-host of iHeart’s Webby award-winning Dead Ass podcast (now Ellis Ever After), Khadeen Indréa to talk about her latest project starring in the new BET series Tyler Perry’s Divorced Sistas. Khadeen has a lot to talk about at the moment. She is also a co-producer, alongside her husband Devale, for the Broadway production of Othello, starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal, which just broke the record for top-grossing play in Broadway history. Khadeen got her start in entertainment as a former weather, traffic and entertainment reporter before transitioning into host and on-air personality. She and her husband, Devale Ellis, co-created The Ellises social sitcom on YouTube and Facebook, which gave audiences a comedic, refreshingly honest and heartfelt look into their lives raising four boys, while balancing their respective busy careers in entertainment. The power couple are also co-authors of the New York Times best-selling relationship book “We Over Me: The Counterintuitive Approach to Getting Everything You Want from Your Relationship.” Divorced Sistas begins airing on BET June 9th. For interviews contact Michelle Huff Elliott at devaleandkhadeen@strategicheights.com
6. ==> Garage Sale Millionaire Shares Secrets for a Five-Figure Yard Sale
Downsizing and decluttering can be overwhelming, but what if you could turn the painful process into a money-making operation? You’ll look at your stuffed closets and basement boxes in a whole new light when you interview Aaron LaPedis, the Garage Sale Millionaire. Aaron’s journey as an entrepreneur started when he was 9 flipping coins, stamps and baseball cards. By 21 he was a millionaire. Invite him on your show and learn how to have a five-figure garage sale, how to buy and sell online marketplaces and eBay, and the five top scams people are losing money to while buying and selling online. Aaron had a TV show on PBS for many years and continues to be an expert for the FBI. With over 1,000 interviews on radio, podcasts, and TV and 40 years of experience, Aaron could be your next great interview! Contact him at alapedis@rtirguests.com
7. ==> How the For-Profit Healthcare Industry is Killing Us
Our for-profit healthcare system exploits and harms patients and their caregivers. Nurses are not only overworked and burned out: 18% of them die by suicide. Experienced nurse and educator Kathy Allan knows all about these systemic ills and can discuss solutions that effectively address a healthcare system run amuck in the quest for profits. The founder of Gutsy Nurses, an organization dedicated to restoring the ethical practice of nursing as well as the sacred trust patients place in their caregivers, Allan is the perfect guest to give an insider’s perspective on what’s wrong and how to fix it. She knows there is a solution for the increase in patient deaths due to preventable medical errors, and a solution for the in¬crease in workplace violence against doctors and nurses. Contact Kathy Allan at (619) 932-5206; Kallan@rtirguests.com
8. ==> Meet the Real-Life Mad Man Who’s Out to Rewrite the Script on Aging
He might be 89, but this man has a ten-year plan. Former international ad exec turned author and speaker Jim Flaherty is on a mission to shake up how we see aging. With his new book, “Loving Longevity: Make Your Next Years Your Best Years,” Flaherty offers straight talk, humor, and hard-earned wisdom to a generation that’s been told to fade quietly into the background. From caregiving a partner through dementia to living abroad on a whim—and launching a successful business at 45—Flaherty has lived the lessons he shares. But his most urgent message is for the 7.5 million depressed seniors in America: Life isn’t over, it’s just different—and can be full. Uplifting, funny, and fiercely honest, Flaherty is the voice older adults (and those who love them) didn’t know they needed. Contact Jim Flaherty at jflaherty@rtirguests.com; (914) 326-2697
9. ==> The Biggest Myths About Psychic Intuition
Think psychic intuition is horse hooey? A segment with Nancy Orlen Weber might have you looking at things a little differently AND open the door to your own abilities! Nancy, a renowned psychic, badge-carrying detective and animal communicator, will debunk common myths about psychic intuition and show you how to access your inner wisdom, develop deeper connections with people and animals, unlock your life’s purpose, and navigate challenges with clarity and confidence! She can also share examples of real-life mysteries she’s solved as a psychic detective. With more than 45 years of experience, Nancy is a true expert in animal communication, psychic investigations and spiritual development, and the author of several books including “The Life of a Psychic Detective.” Contact Nancy Orlen Weber at (973) 453-0906; nweber@rtirguests.com
10. ==> Dreams, Death, and a Priest’s Unlikely Calling to Help Stuck Souls Cross Over
For more than 25 years, Dominican priest Father Nathan Castle, O.P., has helped over 500 people who died suddenly—through accidents, suicides, and other traumas—adjust to life after death. These souls come to him in dreams, seeking healing for what he calls Interrupted Death Experiences™. On your show, Father Nathan will share real-life stories that gently dispel common misconceptions about stuck souls and offer comfort to those grieving a loss. He’ll reveal how these extraordinary encounters became his spiritual calling—and how they’ve brought healing and transformation on both sides of the veil. Along the way, he’ll offer practical insights and spiritual tools to help the living find peace and move forward. Whether your audience is grieving, curious, or seeking peace, Father Nathan offers a deeply compassionate perspective on life after life. He is the author of the “Afterlife, Interrupted” series, a three-book collection. Contact Father Nathan at (480) 680-9985; ncastle@rtirguests.com
11. ==> Work-From-Home Moms: Turn Passion into Profit This Summer
This summer, millions of moms are looking for flexible ways to earn extra income while balancing family time and Roy Martin is here to help them do just that. As the founder of the Women’s Income Potential (WIP) empowerment movement, Roy is on a mission to help moms launch successful work-from-home businesses with practical tools, expert tips and motivating stories. Ask him about women who have shaped the work-from-home movement, smart income strategies for today’s moms, how to turn everyday skills into profitable home businesses, and how to balance wellness while growing a business from home. Roy’s WIP initiative includes a soon-to-launch website, guide¬book and digital training designed to meet moms where they are—with real strategies they can act on today. Contact Roy Martin at (629) 265-0570; rmartin@rtirguests.com
12. ==> How to Raise Confident and Creative Kids in the AI Age
In a world where AI is rewriting the rules of work, education, and communication, how do we prepare our kids for a future we can barely predict? The answer starts at home. In “SMART Parenting 5.0,” award-winning author George Lee blends cutting-edge neuroscience, psychology, and real-world tech insights to deliver 10 powerful keys for raising resilient, emotionally intelligent, and forward-thinking children. His practical, research-backed approach helps parents nurture creativity, critical thinking, financial literacy, and self-confidence—skills schools often overlook but the future demands. With a unique perspective shaped by both Eastern and Western education systems, he equips families to thrive in the AI era—not fear it. This conversation is a must for modern parents who want to raise not just smart kids—but adaptable ones. Contact George Lee at (604) 330-8697; glee@rtirguests.com
13. ==> Subtle Signs Your Ego is Destroying Your Life
Do you take everything personally? Do you experience extreme fear and anxiety when you believe that you've been wronged? According to psychologist and award-winning author Melody Krafft, those are signs your ego is taking over your emotions, which is very destructive. "Contrary to popular belief, having a big ego is not good," she says. "The ego's purpose is to keep you stuck in the past." Melody will explain how to get unstuck and the difference between confidence and having a big ego. She'll also illustrate how many of the problems plaguing the world today stem from egos run amok. An experienced media guest and public speaker, Melody is the author of “Get Me Out of Here! What’s Beyond This Madness.” Contact her at (703) 951-4735; mkrafft@rtirguests.com
14. ==> Time Travel This Summer— Into Your Past Lives
Ready for a summer of true self-discovery? Alla Kaluzhny— spiritual psychologist, certified oracle cards reader, licensed therapist, certified hypnotherapist and award-winning au¬thor—invites your audience to explore the soul’s journey across lifetimes. While most guests talk about past lives, Alla remembers her own—and shares them in vivid, emotional detail. She reveals how who we were before shapes who we are now— our relationships, fears, patterns and choices. She’ll share unforgettable stories from past incarnations, explain how past-life patterns impact your present and answer questions about karmic relationships, déjà vu and destiny. She’ll even offer a live mini past-life reading to the host or a listener. Alla Kaluzhny’s past-life memoir “Turning the Pages” won a silver medal in the 2024 International Book Awards. Contact her at (213) 459-3509; akaluzhny@rtirguests.com
15. ==> It’s Time for Summer Beach Reads!
What is summer without a little sizzle? Invite Jorge Dyszel to share his unique journey of dating, trading, and globetrotting. After diving into the deep end of online dating, Dyszel found the love of his life, striking gold with his 130th - you heard that right - and final match, and decided to put his experiences into a novel! The author of “MATCH4LOVE,” can talk about his latest adventure, blending love and risk-running in a narrative as exhilarating as a high-stakes gamble. Are you a fan of romance novels? Part whirlwind romance, part Wall Street drama, you’ve never heard a tale quite like this. Ask him: What was it like having such an extensive online dating journey? How did he know when he found “the one”? Contact Jorge Dyszel at (786) 631-8048; jorgedyszel@gmail.com
