01. What Brought Young Voters to the Polls in 2022?
02. For July 4th: WWII Homefront Heroes
03. The Deadly Black/White Swimming Disparity
04. The Problem with Executives Who Golf
05. Hulk Hogan Touts Health Benefits of CBD
06. Everything You Need to Know About Artificial Intelligence
07. How Workers Really Feel About ‘Woke’ Workplaces
08. New Efforts to Make the Internet Safer for Kids
09. Wine and Women: The Veiled Misogyny of the Wine World
10. What Is Kratom and Why Does the FDA Want to Ban It?
11. Pet Therapy: Man’s Best Friend Is Also Good Medicine
12. Been Ghosted? Why It Happens and What to Do Next
13. Can Life Coaching Improve Kids’ Mental Health?
14. Surprising Ways You Choose to Be Unhappy
15. Don’t Believe in Reincarnation? This Guest May Change Your Mind
1. ==> What Brought Young Voters to the Polls in 2022?
After every election, the data analysts at Catalist, a progressive research company, publish a post-mortem report based on months of analysis of election returns, voter files and other sources. A central theme of the latest report, covering the 2022 midterms, was that “Gen Z and millennial voters had exceptional levels of turnout,” as Catalist’s experts wrote. Why? Many younger voters have become more politically active because they fear for the country’s future. “What seems to be driving younger voters to the polls isn’t love, but anger,” says Amy Walter, publisher and editor-in-chief of “The Cook Political Report.” The report found that those on the left — who are a majority of younger voters — worry about climate change, abortion access, the extremism of the Republican Party and more. Those on the right worry about secularization, political correctness, illegal immigration and more. Walter can discuss other findings in the report and what it all means for the upcoming 2024 elections. Contact her at @amyewalter or support@cookpolitical.com
2. ==> For July 4th: WWII Homefront Heroes
This Fourth of July, take your listeners back to WWII and hear how FDR confronted a nation antagonistic to war in Europe, skillfully won their support, and pushed the government and big business to build the secret weapons that won the war. Invite WWII historian Craig Nelson on your show and learn how corporate and government managers worked together to organize the war effort with leaders turning their factories into assembly lines churning out ships, planes, and tanks. You’ll also hear surprising revelations about Winston Churchill and incredible stories of women at war. Craig Nelson is the author of many books including his latest, “V is for Victory: Franklin Roosevelt’s American Revolution and the Triumph of World War II.” Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137; (703) 400-1099 (cell) or Erin Bolden at (703) 980-2705
3. ==> The Deadly Black/White Swimming Disparity
Swimming isn’t just a recreational activity, it’s a skill that can save lives, but few African Americans know how to swim thanks to pre-civil rights-era Jim Crow policies. “Swimming became popularized among white Americans in the 1920s and 1930s at municipal swimming pools and in the 1950s and 1960s at suburban club pools,” explains Jeff Wiltse, a history professor at the University of Montana and the author of “Contested Waters: A Social History of Swimming Pools in America.” He says, “Black Americans were largely denied access to these pools and the swim lessons that occurred at them. As a result, swimming never became integral to Black Americans’ recreation and sports culture and was not passed down from generation to generation.” Instead, he says, Black parents passed along a fear of water to their children and the swimming disparity persists to the present. A 2014 study by the CDC found the rate of drowning in swimming pools for Black kids and teens is more than five times that of white children. Jeff Wiltse has appeared as a featured commentator for NPR, the BBC, ABC News, Vice News, Al Jazeera, the CBS Early Show, and other media outlets. Contact him at jeffrey.wiltse@umontana.edu
4. ==> The Problem with Executives Who Golf
According to a study by researchers at Miami University and the University of Cincinnati, women trying to climb the corporate career ladder are up against a “grass ceiling.” The study found that CEOs who play golf are less likely to have women on their executive teams. What’s more, when the CEO golfs, there’s a higher pay gap between men and women on management teams. With a round of golf taking four to five hours, Kara Alaimo says getting more ladies on the links is not the answer. “Many working moms struggle to find four to five minutes of free time in a typical day. We certainly don’t have the time to take up golf — and should have to in order to get ahead in our careers.” Alaimo points to research that shows that businesses are more successful when they have greater gender and other diversity and says, “CEO golf culture isn’t just bad for women. It’s also bad for business overall. Putting an end to favoritism among people who meet on the green could help both women and businesses see more green — in the form of higher paychecks and profits.” Kara Alaimo, an associate professor of communication at Fairleigh Dickinson University, writes about issues affecting women and social media. Her upcoming book is “Over the Influence: Why Social Media Is Toxic for Women and Girls — And How We Can Reclaim It.” Contact her at k.alaimo@fdu.edu; @karaalaimo
5. ==> Hulk Hogan Touts Health Benefits of CBD
Former wrestler Hulk Hogan says he feels better than ever and credits much of his newfound good health to CBD. Hogan joins a growing number of athletes avoiding drugs and turning to cannabis as a more natural way to treat their aches and issues. “As I got into the CBD world, it really changed the game from my sleep to the inflammation, the way my wrists and my joints hurt, across the board, it helped me with my health,” Hogan says. CBD expert Mary Lopez Carter can explain how CBD oil can provide pain relief for conditions such as arthritis, multiple sclerosis, and neuropathic pain. Listeners will also learn how CBD oil works to reduce anxiety and stress, and how it improves sleep quality in those suffering insomnia and sleep disorders. Contact Ryan McCormick at (516) 901-1103 (call/text)
6. ==> Everything You Need to Know About Artificial Intelligence
It’s been a few months since AI chatbots became available to the general public and experts say there’s no turning back now. What exactly is artificial intelligence and is it good or bad for the future? Invite Calum Chace to discuss the big picture and how AI is likely to play out in the years to come. He can discuss how big tech and governments are responding to the new technology, including the proposed European AI Act. Calum Chace is a sought-after keynote speaker and best-selling writer on artificial intelligence. He focuses on the medium- and long-term impact of AI on us, society and the economy. He is the author of several books on artificial intelligence including “Surviving AI,” about strong AI and super intelligence, and “The Economic Singularity,” about the prospect of widespread technological unemployment. Contact him at cccalum@gmail.com
7. ==> How Workers Really Feel About ‘Woke’ Workplaces
As conservatives rail against “woke” workplaces, and target diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs in businesses, a new report from Pew Research shows that most Americans think the policies make offices better. The survey comes at a time when DEI efforts are facing some backlash and many major companies are laying off their DEI professionals. DEI is broadly described as policies and principles that promote belonging in an organization, especially among historically marginalized groups like women, racial minorities and people with disabilities. More than half of Black and Asian people in the survey said that being white makes it easier at work, while only 24% of white people said the same. Very low percentages of people of each race said that being a person of color can put them ahead, suggesting the idea that workplace DEI policies hold back white workers is not a very popular one. For more information on the survey and interviews, contact Tanya Arditi at (202) 419-3623; tarditi@pewresearch.org
8. ==> New Efforts to Make the Internet Safer for Kids
In just the last few months there has been a flurry of bills introduced across the country purporting to make the internet safer for children and teenagers. Tate Ryan-Mosley, a senior tech policy reporter for “MIT Technology Review,” says the content of the child safety bills varies from state to state. Some focus on limiting data collection from users who are minors. In California, the bills focus on shifting the incentive model for data and online advertising; currently, companies can profit from minors’ online data. Ryan-Mosley can discuss what’s behind the new push, the likelihood the bills can get bipartisan support, how they’ll be enforced if enacted, and why Europe is years ahead of the U.S. on this front. Contact Tate Ryan-Mosley at tate.ryan-mosley@technologyreview.com
9. ==> Wine and Women: The Veiled Misogyny of the Wine World
Being a wine writer may sound like a dream job, but the wine industry has an underbelly that isn’t quite five-star worthy. Best-selling wine writer Natalie MacLean takes listeners inside the glamorous but sexist wine industry to reveal the slick marketing that encourages women to drink too much and the veiled misogyny of the wine world. She’ll also discuss how she found herself drinking too much as a wine professional and share tips on moderating alcohol consumption without going sober. Natalie MacLean is the author of several books including “Red, White and Drunk All Over: A Wine-Soaked Journey from Grape to Glass” and “Unquenchable: A Tipsy Quest for the World’s Best Bargain Wines.” “Wine Witch on Fire: Rising from the Ashes of Divorce, Defamation, and Drinking Too Much” is her debut memoir. Contact her at natalie@nataliemaclean.com
10. ==> What Is Kratom and Why Does the FDA Want to Ban It?
Cindy Perlin believes kratom could help end the opioid crisis. The Southeast Asian herb has been used for centuries to relieve pain and has helped millions to overcome opioid addiction because it relieves withdrawal symptoms. But Perlin says the FDA has gone to extraordinary lengths to keep it from patients, even asking the WHO to ban it internationally (they declined). Perlin, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, certified biofeedback practitioner and chronic pain survivor, will explain how the herb works, who could benefit from it, and why the FDA is against it. She says getting this information to your audience could save lives. The author of “The Truth About Chronic Pain Treatments: The Best and Worst Strategies for Becoming Pain Free” and the founder and CEO of the Alternative Pain Treatment Directory, is a seasoned radio guest who has appeared on dozens of radio shows and podcasts. Contact her at (518) 439-6431 cindyperlin@gmail.com
11. ==> Pet Therapy: Man’s Best Friend Is Also Good Medicine
Pets make our lives better in many ways. They offer us companionship, love, exercise, and inclusion. They can also help us be healthier. Medical researchers have found the simple act of petting a dog lowers our blood pressure, heart rate and anxiety. Larry Grogan has seen firsthand how pets can work wonders for people struggling with mental and physical health issues. Larry and his tiny dog Scrappy were a pet therapy team for eight years at a children’s hospital where they worked with thousands of suffering children. With the need for pet therapy outpacing the supply, he is on a mission to increase the number of pet therapy teams worldwide. Larry can talk about what your listeners need to know about accessing pet therapy or training to become a therapy team, which he says is easier than you think! Contact Larry Grogan at (423) 557-1908; larrygrogan5@gmail.com
12. ==> Been Ghosted? Why it Happens and What to Do Next
Relationships are important. So whether it is a lover, former love, date, friend, parent, or sibling, no one likes being ghosted — having their texts, phone calls, and emails ignored leaves them in limbo and feeling minimized. Some research indicates that as many as 23% of us have been ignored by people we care about. Marcia Chang Vogl, a pastor and mentor in “spiritual maturity,” says we can’t prevent people from ghosting us but we can control how we react when it happens. Invite Marcia to explain the process she recommends people go through and what to say to yourself out loud that will help you move on from the most challenging relationships. Vogl has been ghosted by a relative for decades and is an expert on forgiveness as a powerful weapon in one’s mental health arsenal. She is the author of “The Path Forward.” Marcia Chang Vogl is an ordained minister with more than 30 years of experience in pastoral counseling, teaching and mentoring. Vogl is the director of Bethany Projects of Hidden With Christ Ministries. She is a former public school music teacher, university lecturer, and mortgage industry professional. Contact Marcia at (714) 454-7194; marciavogl@gmail.com
13. ==> Can Life Coaching Improve Kids’ Mental Health?
Child mental health is now a national emergency, with experts calling for new solutions, parents looking for help, and children suffering needlessly. There’s never been a more urgent time to talk about the gap in children’s mental health: prevention. Renaye Thornborrow can share how life coaching can help children navigate the ups and downs of growing up so that they are confident and prepared to thrive in life. Since 2013, Renaye has certified hundreds of child life coaches in 30-plus countries who use her story-based coaching curriculum to help children develop skills for self-esteem, confidence, resilience, happiness, and success. Renaye is the CEO of Adventures in Wisdom and the creator of the WISDOM Coach Certification Program. Ask her: What is life coaching for kids? How is life coaching different from counseling? How can coaching benefit children? Contact Renaye Thornborrow at (512) 222-6659; renaye@AdventuresInWisdom.com
14. ==> Surprising Ways You Choose to Be Unhappy
It’s no surprise that people tend to avoid things like rejection, discomfort, criticism, and failure. However, most people are unaware of how quickly this can lead to unhappiness. Jennifer Hughes reveals the surprising things we try to steer clear of that can make us happy. She’ll also reveal what won’t make you happy — such as being right, doing whatever you want, and making no mistakes. This author, parenting expert, and certified life coach who has worked with Jack Canfield points out the many ways people choose to be unhappy without knowing it. Interview her for an eye-opening show and some shocking advice your audience won’t forget. Ask her: What are some ways people choose to be unhappy? How does avoiding rejection, criticism, and failure make you unhappy? Why is focusing on yourself counterproductive to your happiness? Can being late make you happy? Contact Jennifer Hughes at (480) 745-2113; jhughes@rtirguests.com
15. ==> Don’t Believe in Reincarnation? This Guest May Change Your Mind
After experiencing a traumatic brain injury due to falling at home, author Jennifer Maag became extremely empathic and developed a keen sense that she has lived before. “I have been provided with some jarring past-life experiences that I seemingly did nothing to stir up,” she says. “Reliving these past-life experiences proved insightful; it allowed me to make peace with the emotions I had carried into this present life.” Jennifer can demonstrate how to determine if we have lived before, and the ways our past lives impact our current lives. She is a licensed massage therapist and co-author along with her son, Alexander Maag, of the critically acclaimed book “Take on God,” which explores how to transform our inner battles into healing tools to live our best lives. Contact her at (419) 969-3259; jmaag@rtirguests.com