01. This Guest Asks: Should Donald Trump Admit He Screwed Up?
02. Feds Now Want Oversight of New AI Models
03. Interview the Founder of Martyrs Day
04. For Juneteenth – Racial Justice Leader Catherine Meeks
05. YouTube Star Launches Show on Bowling TV
06. The Diplomatic Skills Every Leader Needs — But No One Teaches
07. Great Business Show: How to Use Visual Thinking in the Age of AI
08. How to Raise Emotionally Healthy Sons
09. Biggest Red Flags When Dating After 50
10. The Reason You’re Stuck Has Nothing to Do with Willpower
11. America is Running Out of Teachers: How to Fix the Crisis
12. The Hidden Meaning Behind Your Pain and Illness
13. 47% of Women Experience Abuse — Why Few Ever Say a Word
14. The Messy Truth About Healing
15. Listeners Want Uplifting Stories: This Guest Has 80 of Them
1. ==> This Guest Asks: Should Donald Trump Admit He Screwed Up?
Stephen Walt believes Israel and the United States made a colossal blunder when they started the war in Iran. “None of their stated goals have been achieved: The Iranian regime did not collapse, it did not surrender its nuclear stockpile, and its missile and drone capabilities are intact. All of U.S. President Donald Trump’s and U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s bragging and bluster over the past three months has been exposed as a lot of hot air.” Walt suggests Trump just admit the truth: He screwed up. But he doubts that will happen. “Once a deal is reached, the Trump administration will apply buckets of lipstick to this pig and insist that it is some sort of strategic victory. Few observers will be convinced, however, and such efforts will just make the president and his coterie of sycophantic advisors look silly. There’s just no credible way to spin this debacle as a success. The more they try to do so, the more delusional they’ll appear.” Stephen M. Walt is the Robert and Renée Belfer Professor of International Affairs at Harvard’s Kennedy School. Contact him at stephen_walt@hks.harvard.edu or Leah Marshall at (617) 496-2737; leah_marshall@hks.harvard.edu
2. ==> Feds Now Want Oversight of New AI Models
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order requesting tech companies voluntarily provide the US government oversight of new AI models before they are made available to the public. The much-anticipated presidential order signals a change for an administration that has resisted regulation of artificial intelligence (AI), but, Vinh Nguyen, senior fellow for artificial intelligence (AI) at the Council on Foreign Relations says, much more work is needed to create an effective cybersecurity network for the country as AI developments rapidly expand. “Frontier AI capabilities advance on a timeline measured in months, not years. The institutions charged with evaluation will need to match that tempo or they will assess yesterday’s models against yesterday’s threats.” Recruited at age seventeen into the elite Stokes Program at the National Security Agency (NSA), Nguyen became the youngest employee in agency history promoted to the senior executive ranks. He also served on the National Intelligence Council as the intelligence community’s most senior cyber analyst, advising the director of national intelligence on cyber threats and geopolitical implications. Contact Vin Nguyen at VNguyen@cfr.org
3. ==> Interview the Founder of Martyrs Day
A new holiday begins this year honoring the men and women who died struggling for social justice in the United States. Spearheaded by Gloria Browne-Marshall, an EMMY Award-winning writer, playwright and social justice attorney, Martyrs Day will fall on July 5th to align with Frederick Douglass’ 1852 speech ‘What, to the slave, is the 4th of July?’ In addition to honoring the work of those who gave their lives for the cause—from Crispus Attucks, the first person killed in the Boston Massacre, to Renee Goode, who was involved in grassroots organizing and community advocacy until her death at the hands of ICE agents in Minneapolis earlier this year—the Martyrs Day movement also functions as a call to action. Brown-Marshall will share what’s happening in San Francisco, home of the 1934 Labor Movement and martyr Harvey Milk, and in Pittsburgh, a pivotal stop on the Underground Railroad. You’ll also learn how communities across the country can commemorate activists, organizers, and leaders from any era whose work advanced equality, social justice, and civil rights. Gloria Browne-Marshall is the author of numerous books including, most recently, “A Protest History of the United States.” Contact Lissa Warren at (617) 233-2853; LissaWarrenPR@gmail.com
4. ==> For Juneteenth – Racial Justice Leader Catherine Meeks
With Juneteenth approaching, invite Atlanta-based racial justice leader Catherine Meeks, Ph.D., to talk about why Juneteenth is not only about the end of slavery and freedom remembered, but freedom still unfinished. She’ll discuss the rise of division and mistrust among marginalized communities, how “Oppression Olympics” weakens collective political power and what meaningful resistance and racial healing look like now. Dr. Meeks brings both lived experience and leadership to this conversation. She spent 25 years leading African American Studies at Mercer University, directed the Absalom Jones Episcopal Center for Racial Healing, and has led community-based efforts ranging from youth violence prevention to literacy and public health initiatives. She is also the author of “Bridging the Rivers of Difference: A Proclamation of Unity in Resistance.” Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137 (office); (703) 400-1099 (cell)
5. ==> YouTube Star Launches Show on Bowling TV
Bowling fans are going to love this news. Bowling TV has tapped professional bowler and content creator Darren Tang for its new show "Tang at the Lanes." "It's long overdue to finally have a 24/7 television channel dedicated entirely to bowling, and to be the first professional bowler with his own show on the channel is great," says Tang. "But it's really a credit to my fans and the people who subscribe to my YouTube channel and watch the content I put out. I enjoy doing it, they enjoy watching it, and to have it become a show on Bowling TV was the logical next step." Tang documents his journey as a pro bowler, while also giving fans and followers a glimpse of the fun side of the sport in addition to his personal life. "Tang at the Lanes" will feature new content in addition to all the best footage that Tang has created over the years. Launched in partnership with the United States Bowling Congress — the sport's national governing body — Bowling TV features hundreds of hours of some of the best live and library professional action from throughout the years. Contact Mike Wollschlager at (860) 526-1555; 415815@email4pr.com
6. ==> The Diplomatic Skills Every Leader Needs — But No One Teaches
Great leaders aren’t just decisive—they’re deliberate. “In high-stakes rooms where every word carries weight, success depends on skills rarely taught in business school: listening with precision, speaking with intention, and navigating conflict without escalating it,” says author and former diplomat Dianne Olvera. Drawing from real-world diplomacy and leadership experience, this approach reveals how to manage tough conversations, defuse tension, and influence outcomes without overpowering the room. “It’s about knowing when to speak, when to pause, and how to choose language that builds trust instead of resistance,” she says. Dianne is a board-certified educational therapist and the author of “The Power of Connection: Understanding Individual Differences to Uplift and Empower.” She’s also a former diplomat and spy. Contact Dianne Olvera at (805) 779-3558; dolvera@rtirguests.com
7. ==> Great Business Show: How to Use Visual Thinking in the Age of AI
What if your messy stick figures could transform stalled meetings into breakthrough moments? Lisa Rothstein, “New Yorker” cartoonist and former advertising creative, has discovered that imperfect doodles beat perfect presentations every single time—and the science backs her up. In interviews, Rothstein will reveal how simple sketches get buy-in faster than any PowerPoint deck, why drawing badly creates psychological safety that "perfect" can't match, and how to use visual thinking in the age of AI to stand out as authentically human. Drawing from her book “Drawing Out Your Genius,” she'll share quick techniques anyone can use to simplify complex ideas, kickstart innovation, and finally get teams speaking the same language. Ask her: You say "the worse it looks, the better it works"—how does that make sense? What kinds of problems can this technique help you solve? How can non-artists use drawing to get breakthrough results this week? Contact Lisa Rothstein at (310) 388-8093; Lrothstein@rtirguests.com
8. ==> How to Raise Emotionally Healthy Sons
In a world in which boys are often taught to suppress their feelings, award-winning parenting expert and author C. Lynn Williams is changing the conversation. She offers practical, compassionate guidance for raising sons who are emotionally aware, resilient, and confident. “We need to focus on challenging outdated myths about masculinity and replace fear-based parenting with connection, communication, and trust,” she says. “When boys are given permission to feel, communicate, and be understood, they grow into healthier men and create stronger families and communities.” She explores how parents can raise sons who are strong, without being aggressive. C. Lynn is the author of five parenting books including “Trying to Stay Sane While Raising Your Teen,” an educator, speaker, and family dynamics strategist. Contact C. Lynn Williams at (224) 357-6315; Cwilliams@rtirguests.com
9. ==> Biggest Red Flags When Dating After 50
Dating at any age can be rough, but dating later in life comes with risks that many smart, successful people overlook. Dr. Victoria Vaughn says experience doesn’t always protect against blind spots. In fact, loneliness, optimism, and the belief that “time is short” can make red flags easier to ignore. On-air, she reveals the warning signs mature singles often miss—from fast-forward romance and financial fog to charming manipulators who feel exciting but unstable. She explains why women (and men) sometimes settle after 50, how to spot emotional unavailability early, and why the biggest myth about love later in life may be the most damaging: that there’s only one soulmate. Blending humor with hard-earned insight from her memoir “Oh the Frogs I Kissed Before I Finally Found My Prince,” Dr. Vaughn offers practical, buyer-beware guidance for anyone navigating the dating world. Contact Dr. Victoria Vaughn at (512) 580-8531; vwiesen@rtirguests.com
10. ==> The Reason You’re Stuck Has Nothing to Do with Willpower
If willpower were enough, you'd already be free from negativity in your life. “What keeps people stuck isn’t a lack of motivation, it’s the nervous system holding unresolved survival responses from the past,” according to Lisa Morgan. “Real change happens when we work with the body, not against it.” Lisa’s world fell apart when panic and anxiety brought her to her knees. This became the foundation of her life’s work. Lisa is a master coach, intuitive guide, and soul-level healer who helps people break free from hidden blocks and rediscover who they truly are. Through her signature framework, Free Your Soul to Soar™, she bridges neuroscience and energy psychology to help people transform to reclaim their joy, worth, and wings. Contact Lisa Morgan at (314) 265-3491; lmorgan@rtirguests.com
11. ==> America is Running Out of Teachers: How to Fix the Crisis
Over 440,000 teaching positions are now filled by unqualified staff or sitting empty. Deanna Gilmore, Ph.D., says the only way to fix it is to make people fall in love with teaching again — and to pressure lawmakers to fund salaries that keep them there. A 26-year classroom veteran, former school principal, and university professor who trained the next generation of educators, Gilmore will share firsthand stories from teachers, bus drivers, paraprofessionals, and coaches to remind America what's at stake before it's too late. Ask her: With nearly half a million teaching positions unfilled, what happens to America's public schools? What concrete steps can communities and lawmakers take right now to stop the bleeding? How are school voucher programs making the teacher shortage even worse? Deanna Gilmore is the author of "There's a Pig on the Playground: Memorable Stories from the Schoolyard." Contact her at (208) 285-7567; dgilmore@rtirguests.com
12. ==> The Hidden Meaning Behind Your Pain and Illness
Chronic illness is rising in America, and many patients leave medical appointments with prescriptions, but without answers about why their symptoms developed in the first place. On this show, Marcel Vögeli explores how stress, emotional patterns, and long-term internal pressure may influence physical health. After eight years of intensive autoimmune treatments that managed symptoms but didn’t restore his life, Marcel began examining the deeper drivers behind his condition. He has been hospital-free since 2012. This is not about rejecting medicine. It’s about asking a broader question: why do two people with the same diagnosis often recover at different rates? Marcel discusses how understanding recurring symptoms, personal stress history, and emotional triggers may complement conventional care. Marcel Vögeli is spokesperson for “The Key to Self-Liberation by the late Christiane Beerlandt, an encyclopedic work on the psychological and emotional roots of more than 1,000 diseases and symptoms. Contact him at Mvogeli@rtirguests.com
13. ==> 47% of Women Experience Abuse — Why Few Ever Say a Word
Behind closed doors, abuse thrives in silence — and far more women experience it than most realize. Kit Filbey pulls back the curtain on the hidden reality of domestic abuse, revealing why so many women never speak up. Through a deeply personal story set in the remote Northwoods of Wisconsin, Kit captures the confusion, denial, and emotional complexity that keep victims trapped. Her journey from self-sufficient homesteading to recognizing and escaping abuse offers rare insight into the psychology of silence. Kit’s story gives voice to millions, helping readers to see the signs, confront uncomfortable truths, and start conversations that could save lives. She is the author of the memoir “Cottage Test.” Contact Kit Filbey at (540) 501-7189; kfilbey@rtirguests.com
14. ==> The Messy Truth About Healing
Healing is not neat, inspiring, or Instagram-ready, and pretending it is leaves people feeling broken. Avonley Lightstone can explain why healing often looks messy, slow, and unresolved, and why lingering pain does not mean failure. She’ll challenge the belief that healing requires closure and reframe progress as something that can happen even when wounds remain. Lightstone speaks from lived experience. After losing her mother in a childhood house fire and facing abandonment soon after, she learned that healing comes in small, honest steps, not sudden breakthroughs. She is the author of “Strength of Scars,” a memoir on resilience and faith, and her story has gained media attention as it moves toward a potential film or television adaptation. Contact Avonley Lightstone at (801) 980-0447; alightstone@rtirguests.com
15. ==> Listeners Want Uplifting Stories: This Guest Has 80 of Them
After 56 years in the movie business, Dan Klusmann learned that audiences rarely remember explosions or special effects. They remember the stories that made them feel something. That realization inspired “Life Answers Back,” a collection of stories gathered over 15 years from more than 80 contributors. Klusmann can discuss why certain stories stay with us forever, what makes audiences emotionally connect to a story, and why uplifting storytelling is resonating again in today’s stressful and negative world. Drawing from decades spent studying audience reactions in the movie business, Klusmann shares how stories can inspire hope, create emotional connection, and help people feel understood, comforted, and less alone. Ask him: Why do certain stories stay with us forever? What did decades in the movie business teach you about emotional connection? Why are uplifting stories making a comeback right now? Can one simple story change the way someone sees life? Contact Dan Klusmann at (406) 578-7999; dklusmann@rtirguests.com
