01. Middle East Expert on Israel/Iran Conflict
02. Economics Made Understandable
03. Is Christianity’s Influence Fading in America?
04. Inside the World of Big Game Trophy Hunting
05. Actress, Producer, Podcaster Khadeen Indrea
06. Is Protesting Enough? What Deeper Activism Looks Like
07. Should You Run Your Life Like a Business?
08. This Financial Expert Says Tariffs are Key to America’s Future Prosperity
09. What a Woke Redneck Can Teach Us About Race, Power and Real Leadership
10. This Psychotherapist Healed Decades of Trauma with Psychedelics
11. How to Raise Confident and Creative Kids in the AI Age
12. What Taking Off My Wig Taught Me About Self-Worth
13. Do a Show on the Science of Happiness
14. Reset Your Energy for a Summer of Renewal: Chakra Balancing
15. Dreams, Death, and a Priest’s Unlikely Calling to Help Stuck Souls Cross Over
1. ==> Middle East Expert on Israel/Iran Conflict
Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Khamenei, says his country will not surrender and warns that the US joining the war would lead to “irreparable damage.” The New York Times reports that Tehran is preparing missiles to strike US bases in the region if Washington joins the war. Invite Mideast scholar/historian and expert on Israel-U.S. relations Asaf Romirowsky to discuss the volatile situation and the latest developments. Romirowsky is the executive director of the Association for the Study of the Middle East and Africa (ASMEA) and the executive director of Scholars for Peace in the Middle East (SPME).
Contact Mark Goldman at (516) 639-0988 (call/text)
2. ==> Economics Made Understandable
Tariffs are threatening, AI is replacing jobs, inflation is on the rise, and the word “recession” is being bandied about. The economy is on everyone’s mind these days—because we’re living it! But few people feel like they understand economics well enough to determine which policies would work best and champion those policies effectively. Howard Yaruss can break down our economic system in a straightforward, nonpartisan way, avoiding jargon. Ask him: Who pays for tariffs and how do they affect prices, jobs, and our economy? Are the government’s huge deficits and escalating national debt threats to our well-being? What causes inflation, how big a problem is it, and how can we rein it in? Could alternative currencies like Bitcoin replace the dollar? Howard Yaruss is an economist, professor, attorney, businessman, and activist who has taught a variety of courses on economics and business and currently teaches at New York University. Prior to teaching, he served as executive vice president and general counsel of Radian Group, one of the largest guarantors of debt in the world. He’s the author of “Understandable Economics: Because Understanding Our Economy is Easier Than You Think and More Important Than You Know.” Contact Lissa Warren at (617) 233-2853; lissawarrenpr@gmail.com
3.==> Is Christianity’s Influence Fading in America?
A new report from the Cultural Research Center (CRC) at Arizona Christian University, led by Dr. George Barna, reveals the changing face of Christianity across the country. This year’s ranking of states by biblical worldview holds few surprises, with Alabama and Mississippi topping the list of states with what CRC calls ‘integrated disciples,’ followed by South Carolina, Arkansas, Montana, Virginia, and Idaho. Oklahoma, Tennessee and North Carolina complete the top 10. Texas, often seen as highly Christian, ranked 30th of 45 states evaluated, with Barna speculating the low ranking could be due to significant population turnover. “Texas has experienced an unusually high level of in-migration during the past decade. The fastest-growing areas of the state are those attracting a flood of non-Christians and liberals, such as Austin and Houston,” he notes. “Perhaps Texas is a harbinger of things to come in terms of worldview, with the ever-diminishing impact of biblical beliefs due to the influx of young adults who dismiss Christianity as irrelevant and untruthful.” He adds, “Texas’s long-standing tradition of biblical Christianity has been severely compromised in a short span of time, due in no small part to household mobility and to a growing proportion of young people. The implications of that transformation are instructive and may become particularly significant for other states in the South and Midwest that are also vulnerable to such influences.” The American Worldview Inventory is a national survey measuring the incidence of both biblical and competing worldviews. Research studies conducted by CRC are led by Dr. George Barna. Barna is a veteran of more than 40 years of national public opinion research, having previously guided the Barna group and the American Culture and Faith Institute. Contact Mark Breta at mark@jonesliterary.com
4. ==> Inside the World of Big Game Trophy Hunting
Eduardo Gonçalves is on a mission to ban worldwide trophy hunting. The author/activist/journalist joined Safari Club International, the world’s biggest trophy hunting organization, to find out why trophy hunters kill big game animals - and what they really think about it. Invite him to share what he found and hear about companies that specialize in hunting endangered species including rhinos, polar bear and cheetahs and ranches here in the US where you can shoot African zebras and Australian kangaroos. Concalves can explain the history of trophy hunting, who today’s top trophy hunters are and why they do it. You’ll hear about the business of trophy hunting and companies that specialize in hunts for children, families and ‘romantic’ hunts for couples, and controversial practices including killing big game animals with revolvers and spears and canned/caged lions. Eduardo Gonçalves has been a speech-writer for British politicians, run a government department in the Middle East, and helped save the world’s most endangered big cat – the Iberian Lynx – from extinction. Despite a serious illness which has led him to become disabled, he has set up an international campaign to stop trophy hunting of wildlife. His new book trilogy is “Twenty Elephants in Seventy-Five Minutes," “Shoot One Lion – Get One Free” and “Mainlining on Heroin.” Contact Harlan Boll at (323) 708-4172
harlan@bhbpr.com
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 was a co-producer, alongside her husband Devale, for the Broadway production of Othello, starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal, which broke the record for top-grossing play in Broadway history this spring. 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 is currently airing on BET. For interviews contact Michelle Huff Elliott at devaleandkhadeen@strategicheights.com
6. ==> Is Protesting Enough? What Deeper Activism Looks Like
Feeling fed up with what’s going on in the world isn’t a flaw—it’s fuel, and Sam Daley-Harris wants to show your audience how to use it. After decades coaching citizens to influence Congress, the media, and even international policy, Daley-Harris now teaches how to build real power through community, strategy, and courageous conversations. Forget performative outrage or political posturing: Daley-Harris, the author of “Reclaiming Our Democracy” will explain what he calls transformational advocacy--a method that doesn't just push for change, it changes you in the process. If your audience is exhausted by polarization but still wants to make a difference, Daley-Harris delivers the tools, stories, and spark to help them take meaningful action—and rediscover their own agency along the way. Contact Sam Daley-Harris at (202) 804-2504; Sdaley@rtirguests.com
7. ==> Should You Run Your Life Like a Business?
Can you unlock personal and financial success by treating your life like a business? Entrepreneur Tom Loegering believes you can—and that it’s never too late to start. With decades of experience, in¬cluding building a $665 million IRA management company, Loegering brings a wealth of business acumen with a fresh and inspiring perspective: Apply those same principles to everyday life. His message is clear—treat your life like a business. Through strategic planning, clear vision, and consistent action, Loegering empowers individuals to take control of their personal and financial paths. His approach centers on a practical and transformative framework known as the “Seven Pillars.” “I’ve seen how treating business with intention leads to success,” says Loegering. “Those same principles absolutely apply to our personal lives.” Now in his 80s, Tom continues to mentor and inspire others, proving that it’s never too late to live with purpose—one pillar at a time. Contact Tom Loegering at (623) 400-8648; tloegering@rtirguests.com
8. ==> This Financial Expert Says Tariffs are Key to America’s Future Prosperity
It’s hard to find anyone with anything positive to say about the current tariff situation, but veteran wealth manager Rodger Friedman isn’t afraid to say what others won’t. “Tariffs aren’t a problem—they’re the solu-tion!” he says. Author of the hard-hitting column “Equal Opportunity Times,” Friedman dives headfirst into the economic debate that many politicians dodge. Drawing from decades of financial experience and geopolitical observation, he makes a bold case for tariffs as a tool to protect American jobs, secure economic sovereignty, and push back against manipulative global trade practices. Friedman’s no-nonsense style pulls no punches and invites your audience to think critically about how America does business with the world. If you’re tired of sugar-coated economic theories and want unfiltered insight from someone who’s seen it all, invite him on your show. Contact Rodger Friedman at (301) 327-2255; rfriedman@rtirguests.com
9. ==> What a Woke Redneck Can Teach Us About Race, Power and Real Leadership
He’s white. He’s evangelical. He raises bulls for fun. And he’s “woke”—but not in the way you think. Rick Patterson is a former evangelical pastor turned corporate exec and father of four adopted Black children. Through that wild mix of identities, he’s learned what it really means to talk about race, masculinity, power and faith without blowing things up. In his interviews, Rick unpacks: How to lead with humility, how masculinity gets warped by shame and why the “culture wars” are failing us. With humor, honesty and a voice both sides can actually listen to, Rick shows how we can bridge divides and build something better. The author of “Shame Unmasked and The Meek Shall Inherit the Earth,” Rick is not here to play it safe—he’s here to get real. Contact Rick Patterson at (517) 300-2706; Rpatterson@rtirguests.com
10. ==> This Psychotherapist Healed Decades of Trauma with Psychedelics
Psychotherapist Anjalia McGoldrick catapulted into adulthood at age nine, was pregnant by thirteen, and out in the world in an abusive relationship as a young mother at fourteen. Ultimately, she escaped the relationship at sixteen, but she left with only her life, and despite achieving success, she struggled. Hear how Anjalia went on to triumph against incredible odds and overcame many obstacles but still suffered enormous pain from the difficult decisions she made as a desperate mother. Are you ready for a show about heartbreak, healing, growth, and forgiveness? Invite Anjalia to talk about her journey and how psychedelic medicine changed her life. Ask her: Why do you believe psychedelics are such a powerful tool? What role has hope played in your story? Why is psychedelic medicine becoming more widely accepted? Anjalia McGoldrick is the author of “The Child I Left Behind: A Mother’s Journey Toward Healing & Forgiveness.” Contact her at (540) 616-3200; amcgoldrick@rtirguests.com
11. ==> 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
12. ==> What Taking Off My Wig Taught Me About Self-Worth
Barbara Stone spent 25 years climbing the corporate ladder while hiding her true self behind a wig and a persona she thought the world expected. Now a TEDx speaker, leadership coach and author of “So Much to Drool About,” Barbara shares what it took to finally stop performing and start living authentically. In this powerful and inspiring segment, she opens up about living with alopecia, shedding perfectionism and how her Great Danes helped her rediscover joy and confidence from the inside out. Whether your audience struggles with imposter syndrome, burnout or just needs a reminder that they are enough as they are, Barbara delivers a transformational message with heart, humor and hope. Her “wig off” moment isn’t just a visual; it's a metaphor for the freedom we all deserve. Contact Barbara Stone at (315) 840-2845; bstone@rtir.com
13. ==> Do a Show on the Science of Happiness: What This Doc Learned from 40 Years in Practice
You might think that worry, self-doubt, and complicated emotions are just a fact of life—the unavoidable side effects of growing up and achieving adulthood. But Ron Schneebaum, M.D. knows that not only is this NOT the case, we each have the ability to reconnect with our innate capacity for love, joy, and living a more meaningful life. “Reconnecting with our capacity for love starts with appreciating that love lives within,” Schneebaum says. “It’s part of our human birthright. We know this by exploring compassion, for compassion is love put into action.” The author of “Bigger Hearted: A Retired Pediatrician’s Prescriptions for Living a Happier Life,” Schneebaum draws on his decades of experience as an educator and primary care physician to prescribe common sense, practical techniques to help us break free from limiting beliefs and emotions. Contact him at (603) 314-3095; rschneebaum@rtirguests.com
14. ==> Reset Your Energy for a Summer of Renewal: Chakra Balancing
As summer approaches, it's the perfect time to revitalize your energy and let go of the blockages holding you back. Kooch Daniels, renowned intuitive expert and author of “Stars, Cards, and Stones: Exploring Cosmic Connections between Astrology, Tarot, and Runestones,” reveals how chakra balancing can be your gateway to a transformative summer. In this eye-opening interview, Kooch will show you how simple yet powerful energy work can bring balance, clarity and renewal. From absolute beginners to seasoned energy workers, Kooch’s expert guidance can empower anyone to reset their energy and step into a vibrant, more fulfilled version of themself this summer. Contact Kooch at kdaniels@rtirguests.com; (707) 878-5039
15. ==> 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
