01. Could Conservative Christians Embrace a Hindu President?
02. Collusion and Chaos: The Year That Broke Politics
03. The Revealing Case of a Kansas Judge and a Local Newspaper
04. 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington
05. Britney Spears’ Split Explained
06. How to Prevent the Next Deadly Wildfire
07. Maui Tragedy May Birth New Nonprofits (but Maybe Shouldn’t)
08. Could the U.S. Meat Supply Cause the Next Pandemic?
09. Woof, Woof! Why Therapy Dogs Are Good For Business
10. The Top 3 Health Screenings That Could Save Your Life
11. 10 Signs You’re Ready to Lose Weight
12. The Power of Letting Go of Worry
13. Can Faith Really Get You Through Anything?
14. Do a Show on Healing Veterans’ Hidden Demons
15. Is Making Eye Contact Overrated?
1.==> Could Conservative Christians Embrace a Hindu President?
Vivek Ramaswamy is steadily rising in Republican primary voter support and some conservative Christians see him as the best candidate to further their political agenda, like Carrie Sheffield, a public policy fellow at The Steamboat Institute. But others simply can’t support him because of his Hindu faith. Sheffield says, “It’s wrong and un-American. It violates the spirit, if not the law, of the Constitution. And it could backfire on Christians as our share of the U.S. population dwindles. As a Christian, I don’t share Ramaswamy’s theology; however, he’s not running for pastor-in-chief.” Carrie Sheffield is a senior policy analyst at The Independent Women’s Forum, a conservative, nonprofit organization focused on economic policy issues of concern to women. Contact her at press@iwf.org
2. ==> Collusion and Chaos: The Year That Broke Politics
Few would disagree that today’s political climate is especially toxic, but there are many opinions on how we got here. Historian Luke Nichter points to the 1968 presidential race between Vice President Hubert Humphrey, Republican Richard Nixon, and former Alabama Governor George Wallace. Drawing on previously unexamined archives and numerous interviews, Nichter upends the conventional understanding of the crucial campaign. He’ll show how it created a new template and tone for election battles, which still resonates in today’s fractured political climate. Invite him on your show and hear the previously unknown degree to which the evangelist Billy Graham acted as an intermediary between the Johnson and Nixon campaigns, the terms of the backchannel deal that Graham offered to Johnson, and why Johnson accepted, and Wallace’s strong third-party candidacy, and the campaign strategy that set the mold for today’s Republican populism and its candidates, including Donald Trump. Luke Nichter has been interviewed by, or written for, outlets including “The New York Times,” “The Wall Street Journal,” “The Washington Post,” “Fortune,” “CBS This Morning,” “20/20,” National Public Radio’s “Here and Now,” and many more. He’s a professor of history at Chapman University. Contact Nichter at (703) 646-5137; (703) 400-1099 (cell) or johanna@jrbpr.biz or Erin Bolden at (703) 980-2705
3. ==> The Revealing Case of a Kansas Judge and a Local Newspaper
Small-town newspapers are vanishing from the American landscape. Those that can survive the crushing economic pressures from online media and corporate consolidation face a growing list of other challenges including a drop in public trust and even government interference. A recent incident involving a police raid of a small-town newspaper in Kansas made headlines and sounds like something that would occur in Vladimir Putin’s Russia, but law professor Gregory Magarian says dozens of government offenses against American journalists are documented every year. The author of “Managed Speech: The Roberts Court’s First Amendment” can explain the importance of local newspapers and why American law provides strong protection for free, independent journalism. He’ll also discuss the role judges have in enforcing press protections and how the current situation starts at the top, with the U.S. Supreme Court. Gregory Magarian teaches constitutional law at Washington University School of Law. Contact him at (314) 935-3394; gpmagarian@wustl.edu
4. ==> 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington
August 28 marks the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington and Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have A Dream” speech. Invite Jonathan Eig, author of “King: A Life,” to discuss King’s famous speech and his civil rights legacy, along with some surprising, intimate details about his life. Listeners will hear about King’s middle-class upbringing in Atlanta, the love story between Martin and Coretta Scott, as well as his penchant for plagiarism and womanizing, which only got worse over the years. Jonathan Eig is the best-selling author of six books. He’s appeared on the “Today” show, NPR’s “Fresh Air,” and “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart.” Contact Stepen Weil at (212) 206-5338; stephen.weil@fsgbooks.com
5. ==> Britney Spears’ Split Explained
Britney Spears and husband Sam Asghari are headed for divorce court after just 14 months of marriage. Invite certified family law specialist and former psychologist David Glass to discuss the split, the couple’s prenup agreement, and whether the divorce will have any impact on the pop star’s now-dissolved legal conservatorship. David Glass is a regular legal analyst for “Good Morning America” and ‘ABC News Live” and has also appeared on other newscasts including NBC’s “Extra” and “Good Day L.A.” Contact Cherie Kerr at (714) 271-2140; Cherie@kerrpr-execuprov.com or Shannon Dugger at (303) 619-3949; Shannon@Kerrpr-execuprov.com
6. ==> How to Prevent the Next Deadly Wildfire
The horrific Maui devastation is just the latest example of the growing wildfire threat, even in paradise. For a timely take on this subject, interview wildfire expert Jim Moseley, who can explain what this wildfire threat encompasses, and how we can protect ourselves and our properties. Jim has developed patented products and methods to ease the danger and even prevent wildfires. Invite Jim to discuss what causes the wildfire scourge, what we should be doing, which locations and populations are in the worst wildfire and polluting danger zones, and even how NASA is involved with fighting the war against wildfires. Contact Jim at (818) 486-8662; jmoseley@rtirguests.com
7. ==> Maui Tragedy May Birth New Nonprofits (but Maybe Shouldn’t)
Tragic events like the Maui wildfires often lead everyday people to start nonprofits to help those affected. While this may be a noble endeavor, Michele Whetzel says that’s not always the best way to make an impact. “Consider that there may be a way to have a successful program to fulfill your charitable ambition without all that is required to start and run a stand-alone public charity,” she says. The author and nonprofit consultant can offer invaluable advice about how to help your cause or pursue your passion project, without the headaches. Michele Whetzel is a veteran of the nonprofit arena, founder of Your 501 Guide consulting and author of the upcoming book “So, You Want to Start a Nonprofit, Now What?” Ask her: What are examples of good nonprofits? What are some good alternative projects? Contact Michele Whetzel at (302) 407-0513; Mwhetzel@rtirguests.com
8. ==> Could the U.S. Meat Supply Cause the Next Pandemic?
According to a sobering new report, the next global pandemic could come from the United States. Researchers from Harvard Law School and New York University examined how humans, livestock and wild animals interact and found that a virus or other contagious bug could easily jump from animals to people in the U.S., sparking a deadly outbreak. “There really is this false sense of security and unfounded belief that zoonotic disease is something that happens elsewhere,” says Ann Linder, one of the report’s lead authors and an expert in law and animal policy. “In fact, I think we’re more vulnerable than ever in many ways.” From commercial farms to wild animal trade and the fur market, Linder says globalization has erased natural boundaries and we’re now mixing animals and pathogens across different continents and circulating at a dizzying and ever-increasing pace, all with little safety oversight. Ann Linder is associate director of policy and research with the Brooks McCormick Jr. Animal Law & Policy Program at Harvard Law School. Contact her at alinder@law.harvard.edu
9. ==> Woof, Woof! Why Therapy Dogs Are Good For Business
Has your workplace gone to the dogs? Maybe it should! Some of the most successful companies in the world welcome therapy dogs on their premises, like Google, Amazon and Ben & Jerry’s. Then there’s Build-a-Bear Workshop, which has Milford the chief dog, and P&G Petcare, which “employs” Euka as vice president of canine communications. Larry Grogan helps companies implement full-time pet therapy programs. He says it’s good for employees and business. “Pet therapy has been medically proven to reduce blood pressure, lower heart rates, reduce anxiety and increase mental alertness all at the same time,” he says. “It also increases productivity, boosts morale and encourages teamwork.” An author and pet therapy advocate, Grogan founded Delta Omega Gamma to help companies utilize pet therapy properly. Grogan has seen firsthand how pets can work wonders for people struggling with mental and physical health issues. He and his tiny dog Scrappy were a pet therapy team for eight years at a children’s hospital where they worked with thousands of children. Contact him at (423) 557-1908; larrygrogan5@gmail.com
10. ==> The Top 3 Health Screenings That Could Save Your Life
Many Americans wait until they get sick to focus on their health. According to long-time nurse Allen Daugherty, we have it backward. “The problem in our society is a lack of emphasis on preventative care,” he says. “People need to get routine screenings at various stages of their lives, as opposed to waiting until a problem occurs.” Allen can share the top screenings people should get before they get sick, the disease that is the number one killer (hint, it’s not cancer) and how to get out of the obesity and sedentary lifestyle rut. He has worked in the medical field for almost 50 years, first as a U.S. Air Force medic then as an RN and certified dialysis nurse. He is the author of “An Ounce of Prevention Is Worth More Than You Can Imagine.” Contact Allen at (540) 712-8704; adaugherty@rtirguests.com
11. ==> 10 Signs You’re Ready to Lose Weight
Weight gain is something that can creep up on you, especially as you age. But that doesn’t mean you have to accept it. As a woman who dropped 80 pounds later in life, Laura Pickett is living proof that weight loss can happen at any age. Using a combination of honest talk, encouragement and humor, Laura can help audience members who have all but given up on taking off those last five or ten pounds or more. Ask her: What is the role forgiveness plays in weight loss? What are the 10 signs that you are ready to lose weight? Why does she say that changing your eating habits is not the be-all and end-all of weight loss? Laura is the author of “Get Over Weight (12 Steps to Finally Win the Weight Battle and Win at Life)” and the creator of a coaching and membership program on the topic. She has spent more than 30 years in the ministry and made multiple appearances on TBN’s national and local network (in Atlanta), and WATV. Contact her at (404) 856-5781; lpickett@rtirguests.com
12. ==> The Power of Letting Go of Worry
Many people struggle with worry and stress on a day-to-day basis. What if you could let go of the burden of worry and enjoy peace every day, regardless of what’s happening in your life? Certified life coach and author Valerie Galloway can help your audience stop worrying and start living. Whether you’re struggling with grief, a major life change, addiction or dependency, or concerned that your prospects seem less than bright, Valerie will empower you to tap into your own internal resources and trade worry for wonder and joy. Learn how to accomplish personal goals, improve relationships, and move forward with confidence by unlocking your potential when you interview this powerful and inspiring guest! A certified ICF coach with a bachelor’s degree in community health and a master’s degree in social science, Valerie is the author of “Steal, Kill & Destroy: A Spiritual Guide to Overcoming Addiction and Loss.” Contact Valerie Galloway at (917) 994-8841; vgalloway@rtirguests.com
13. ==> Can Faith Really Get You Through Anything?
Growing up in a highly dysfunctional broken home, author Tressa Mitchener became a single teenage mother and drug dealer who was facing a 30-year-to-life sentence in federal prison. But thanks to her strong belief in a higher power, her sentence was miraculously reduced to five years, and she went on to earn a B.A. in psychology, become a respected Christian counselor and best-selling author, and marry her dream man. She credits her newfound faith for enabling her to dramatically turn her life around. “While I was in prison, I was strongly focused on God,” she says. “He was giving me instructions and guiding me. My mind began to change. I became a change-maker for others.” Tressa shared her incredible story on “The 700 Club,” and can reveal how anyone can transform his or her life through faith. She is the author of “Looking Out from the Inside: The United States v. Tressa Oliva Parker.” Contact Tressa at (919) 582-5992; Tmitchener@rtirguests.com
14. ==> Do A Show on Healing Veterans’ Hidden Demons
Although they risk their lives to protect our country, returning veterans are often underserved and neglected by society. Former Navy chaplain, author and life coach Carl Barnes is all too aware of the challenges vets encounter. “What’s crucial is being resilient in transitioning out of the military, continuing to find purpose, seeking community and, most importantly, keeping your mental health at the forefront,” he says. “If overlooked, this can become overwhelming if you don’t seek professional help.” Carl is the author of “Resilient Sailing: 10 Lessons to Persevere in Life’s Stormy Seas” and conducts life coaching workshops and online courses. Contact Carl at (407) 809-8047; cbarnes@rtirguests.com
15. ==> Is Making Eye Contact Overrated?
Blank looks. Confused expressions. People looking at their cell phones or wishing they were anywhere else. When business executives lose their audiences, it is usually because they have bought into communication myths. Psychotherapist and renowned speech coach Danny Slomoff says there is no such thing as public speaking — it’s simply talking. And talking is the same whether it is to one person or an auditorium full of people. Slomoff, who overcame speaking issues himself, asserts that there are no natural-born speakers. Similar to all brain-based coordination systems like music and sports, he says speaking at the highest level requires practice and commitment. The author of “The Myth of Public Speaking: The Revolutionary Brain-Based System for Communicating in Business” will reveal five neurological behaviors of authentic executive presence, why mind contact matters more than eye contact and where speech patterns and bad habits come from. He can explain the unique public speaking method he created that utilizes the way human brains are wired, without techniques or tricks. Danny Slomoff is the CEO of Slomoff Consulting Group and the founder of the Slomoff Method©. He coaches CEOs and C-suite executives worldwide on their corporate communication. He has a Ph.D. in both clinical and organizational psychology and is the speaking coach for the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Olympic team. Contact Ariana Donaldson at (415) 606-0099; ari@slomoff.com