01. How the World Views America’s Gun Culture
02. The Key to Slowing COVID Variants: Curing Long-Term Infections
03. Who Is Writing the Stories of the Pandemic?
04. What Happened to the Kids Separated at the Mex Border?
05. The Most Fascinating Lakes In the World (and Your Backyard)
06. Interview a Former Pioneering Black Diplomat
07. Planning a Summer Cruise? Hear from This Travel Expert
08. Should Student Loan Forgiveness Happen?
09. 5 Tips to Tame Rising Road Rage
10. Would You Forgive an Unfaithful Spouse?
11. Eat These Foods for a Better Brain This Summer
12. Why We Need More Women in STEM Fields
13. Are You a Carrier of the ‘Trauma Virus?’
14. This Guest Landed Her Dream Job in Her 60s
15. Rock Your Midlife: Advice from the Midlife Whisperer
1.==> How the World Views America’s Gun Culture
There are estimated to be over 400 million guns in the United States between police, the military, and American civilians. Over 393 million (over 98%) of those guns are in civilian hands, the equivalent of 120 firearms per 100 citizens. Invite former Pentagon advisor Dr. Harlan Ullman to discuss how the U.S. is fundamentally different from other nations when it comes to guns. Ask him whether recent mass shootings are affecting Americans’ view of guns and if substantial gun control measures will ever be passed in the U.S. Dr. Harlan Ullman has actively advised American Secretaries of State and Defense, NATO strategic commanders, and NATO secretaries-general as well as members of Congress and heads of some foreign governments in Europe and the Indo-Pacific regions. His new book is “The Fifth Horseman and the New MAD: How Massive Attacks Became the Looming Existential Danger to a Divided Nation and the World at Large.” Contact Ryan McCormick at (516) 901-1103; ryan@goldmanmccormick.com
2. ==> The Key to Slowing COVID Variants: Curing Long-Term Infections
Scientists are raising a warning flag about long-term COVID infections and the emergence of new variants. In comparison with ordinary transmission chains, they say long-term infections may result in greater and more rapid viral evolution. Biologist John Dennehy, Ph.D., says, “In persistent infections, viruses continue to evolve over long periods of time without having to find a new susceptible host. Viruses within these hosts can continue to accumulate new mutations.” He adds, “If we need to prioritize limited resources to prevent another major COVID wave, finding and curing COVID infections of immunocompromised patients should be a priority.” Dr. John Dennehy is a professor of biology and deputy executive officer of the Biology Ph.D. Program at Queens College and The Graduate Center of CUNY. Contact him at john.dennehy@qc.cuny.edu; @DrJDennehy
3. ==> Who Is Writing the Stories of the Pandemic?
Though the 1918 flu killed between 50 million and 100 million people worldwide, it disappeared from our collective memory and the historical record. It eventually became what historian Alfred Crosby called “America’s Forgotten Pandemic.” Theater historian Debra Caplan calls Crosby’s 1989 book a cautionary tale of what happens when people decide to return to “normalcy” before a public health crisis is over and has issued a call to writers, artists, and the media. “We need collective storytelling about this cataclysmic event to process what happened and figure out where to go next.” She adds, “We need to publicly grieve the one million Americans we lost and make plans to try to prevent any more casualties. We need to tell the stories of Long Haulers and survivors.” Debra Caplan is an associate professor of theater at Baruch College, CUNY. Contact her at debra.caplan36@login.cuny.edu, @debra_caplan
4. ==> What Happened to the Kids Separated at the Mex Border?
The world looked on in horror when families emigrating to the U.S. from Mexico were separated at the border in 2017 and 2018. “This was because of the U.S. government’s ineptitude, losing contact with thousands of families and its faltering efforts at reunification for these families,” says Richard Villasana, founder of the nonprofit Forever Homes for Foster Kids. But thanks in part to his valiant efforts, 2,000 of those 5,000 kids have been reunited with their families. Richard is the author of the upcoming book “Do No Harm.” He is a former university professor who is a leading international authority on immigration and foster families. He has been featured on CNN International, ABC and many more. Contact him at (619) 648-4729; rvillasana@rtirguests.com
5. ==> The Most Fascinating Lakes In the World (and Your Backyard)
Many people have fond summer memories of spending time by the lake, but for John Richard Saylor, lakes are more than vacation destinations. Invite him to discuss some of the most fascinating lakes in the world — and your neighborhood. “Lakes possess phenomena that are always fascinating, sometimes unique, and, in some cases, even dangerous. Even the small duck pond down the street from your house has a story to tell.” Ask him about the lakes in your area and hear about Antarctica’s Lake Vostok, whose water hasn’t been exposed to the atmosphere in perhaps a million years, Lake Baikal, the deepest and oldest lake in the world formed from a rift in the earth’s crust in Siberia, and the so-called Killer Lake, Lake Nyos, which exploded in 1986 and caused hundreds of deaths. A professor of mechanical engineering at Clemson University, John Richard Saylor, Ph.D., is the author of “Lakes: Their Birth, Life and Death.” Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137 (office); (703) 400-1099 (cell); johanna@jrbcomm.com
6. ==> Interview a Former Pioneering Black Diplomat
Starting in 1975 and for the next 30 years, Judith Mudd-Krijgelmans lived her dream life. The former English major and Fulbright Scholar who grew up in the Jim Crow South was a diplomat in the Foreign Service in New Delhi, Mumbai, Dhaka, Taipei, Hong Kong, Brussels, Libreville, Bujumbura, and Brazzaville. Moreover, she did it as a Black single mother. If you have ever wondered what a diplomat does, what being in the Foreign Service is like, or what it was like to be stationed in a country where coups were commonplace, this is your chance to find out. Ask her: which place did you like best? How could you represent a country which didn’t always treat you fairly? Who were some of the famous people you met? What lessons have you learned that are applicable to others with big dreams? Judith Mudd-Krijgelmans’s new memoir is “Chocolates for Mary Judith: Black Woman Blazes Trails as a Career Diplomat.” She rose from the military equivalent of a first lieutenant to a major general. Contact Judith Mudd-Krijgelmans at (571) 568-8667; jmuddkrijgelmans@rtirguests.com
7. ==> Planning a Summer Cruise? Hear from This Travel Expert
If you’re planning a summer cruise, you’ll be sure to enjoy smooth sailing with little-known insider tips from travel expert Cindy Bertram.
“I recently went on a cruise, and the process has become much more efficient due to COVID protocols,” she says. “And there are new apps that you can download for everything from making advance dining reservations to ensuring hassle-free disembarking.” Cindy can also share why it’s crucial to obtain travel insurance, the special features of various cruise ship lines and more. She is a communications, media and branding specialist who has spent many years in the travel and cruise industry and is the author of “How Six Women Executives Steer the Cruise Industry Today” and “Message from the Dog…Learning from Great Humans.” Contact Cindy at (219) 775-6488; cbertram@rtirguests.com
8. ==> Should Student Loan Forgiveness Happen?
There’s been a lot of talk about whether to forgive the massive amount of student debt American college students are carrying. Recently, President Biden announced that his administration would forgive $5.8 billion in loans from former Corinthian College students. Is this just the start of such forgiveness and if so, is this even a good thing? According to former college professor Glen Dunzweiler, students should not waste their time thinking about loan forgiveness. “It’s a waste of energy,” he says, “because there is no incentive for anyone to forgive your debt. Instead, the discussion can provide an opportunity to figure out the leverage that individual students do have.” Glen is the author of two books including “A Degree in Homelessness? Entrepreneurial Skills For Students.” He is an independent filmmaker and the host of the YouTube series Difficult Questions with Glen Dunzweiler. His documentary, “yHomeless,” can be seen on Amazon Prime. Contact Glen Dunzweiler at (702) 703-2219; GDunzweiler@rtirguests.com
9. ==> 5 Tips to Tame Rising Road Rage
Gas prices aren’t the only thing ticking motorists off these days as more drivers take advantage of nice weather and the opportunity to take long-delayed roads trips. Road rage incidents increased during the pandemic and Houston recently had three separate road rage shootings. Author and happiness expert Trish Ahjel Roberts can offer motorists five tips for taming their tempers behind the wheel. She’ll explain how to gear up your imagination to build empathy, recognize your success as a driver, notice your breath, safely acknowledge your anger and entertain yourself while behind the wheel. The author of “12 Steps to Mind-Blowing Happiness” recently appeared on CBS46 in Atlanta to discuss road rage. Contact Trish Ahjel Roberts at (917) 887-3689; hello@trishahjelroberts.com
10. ==> Would You Forgive an Unfaithful Spouse?
Infidelity is the leading cause of divorce. But author Valentina Tjan claims it doesn’t have to be the end of a marriage. “If your spouse does not possess the deal-breaker traits such as addiction to sex, drugs, alcohol or assault, and they are prepared to immediately stop the affair, then you should stay as the devil you know is better than the one you don’t know,” she says. “Do not leave any stones unturned before you abandon your spouse just because you caught them with their hand in the cookie jar.” She is the author of “The Best is Yet to Come: Real Life Journey to Riches to Inspire You to Wisdom and Wealth,” and has first-hand experience with marital infidelity. Contact Valentina at (647) 493-1694; vphoey@rtirguests.com
11. ==> Eat These Foods for a Better Brain This Summer
What we eat is closely tied to brain (and heart) health. So what can you eat that will reduce inflammation and help you think better? Interview husband and wife duo Melissa and David Bernstein to find out. Melissa is an occupational therapist who specializes in working with patients with neurological disorders and their caregivers, and David is a board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine and geriatrics. Both of them are book authors. Learn why you should eat more of the condiment you may think only belongs on a hot dog, how to get more of your protein from vegetables, the best type of coffee to consume, what is meant by their Power of 5 lifestyle and more from these inspiring and upbeat guests. Contact David or Melissa via office phone at (813) 922-2876 or email david@powerof5life.com or melissa@powerof5life.com
12. ==> Why We Need More Women in STEM Fields
Women have excelled in the STEM fields for so long but their accomplishments have often gone unrecognized. In recent years, more and more women, particularly women of color, have finally started to receive the attention they deserve, such as the women featured in the book and movie “Hidden Figures” and Dr. Gladys West, who led to the development of the model for the GPS device. “The more women that enter the field and find success, the more role models we’ll have to inspire other young ladies to pursue these fields that require so many talented candidates,” says Chris A. Goldberg Ed.D. He is an award-winning educator and speaker on the subject, and the author of the upcoming book “Aliyah and the STEMsational Problem-Solvers: What’s Cooking?” Contact Chris at (973) 576-5841; cgoldberg@rtirguests.com
13. ==> 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
14. ==> This Guest Landed Her Dream Job in Her 60s
Most people over 60 who wish to continue working fear age discrimination and a workforce that seems to favor younger employees. But Judy Balloff claims that’s nonsense. “I started a new career at age 64 in a job I had never done before, and I have made over half a million dollars at an age when many take social security,” she says. “Treat looking for a job like a job. Be open-minded about doing something with your skills that never occurred to you before.” Judy can share these and other tips for landing your dream job in your 50s, 60s, and beyond. She is a financial advisor and author of “365 Days of Abundance.” Contact her at (571) 568-8491; jballoff@rtirguests.com
15. ==> Rock Your Midlife: Advice from the Midlife Whisperer
Over 2 million women in the U.S. enter menopause each year and Dr. Ellen Albertson says it’s time they let go of their old beliefs and make room for what could be the most magnificent phase of life. Scientists used to think that the brain did not change once we reached adulthood. We now know that the brain experiences neuroplasticity, which means our brain grows, changes and develops throughout our lifetime. Dr. Ellen will share the seven steps to thrive and discuss ways to outsmart and change your brain, whether you’re dealing with weight gain, sedentary living, depression, isolation, or midlife burnout. Ellen Albertson Ph.D., is a psychologist, registered dietitian, board-certified health and wellness coach, mindful self-compassion teacher, and the author of “Rock Your Midlife: 7 Steps to Transform Yourself and Make Your Next Chapter Your Best Chapter.” She has appeared on CBS and NBC News, The Food Network, and “EXTRA” and been quoted in “Psychology Today,” “Forbes,” and “Eating Well.” Contact her at (802) 497-7222; ellen@drellenalbertson.com
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