- The Perils of a Renewed North Korea-Russia Relationship
- How America Was Forever Changed on 9/11
- Why Isn’t 9/11 Taught in All U.S. Schools?
- Is the Red-Hot Job Market Cooling Down?
- Why Do So Many People Love Popeye’s?
- Right-Wing Populism Is an Oxymoron
- Anger’s Hidden Role in Women’s Heart Disease
- Opioid Alternatives Doctors Aren’t Prescribing
- Why Informed Consent Has Gone Too Far
- Psychologist Shares the Real Causes of Depression
- Which Charities Are Worth Donating to (and Which to Avoid)
- Are People Who Set Goals Smarter?
- Why We Need Endangered Elephants
- How Your Past Life Affects Your Current Life
- Can Faith Really Get You Through Anything?
1.==> The Perils of a Renewed North Korea-Russia Relationship
North Korea’s leader Kim Jung Un is aboard a train headed to Russia, setting the stage for a summit with Vladimir Putin. What could they want from one another? Scott Snyder says the warming relations between the two pariah states could foster a mutually beneficial weapons and technology trade and raise tensions on the Korean Peninsula. Ask him: How have North Korea-Russia relations evolved in recent years? What is North Korea’s capacity to aid the Russian war effort in Ukraine? How would expanded ties with Russia affect dynamics on the Korean Peninsula and in Northeast Asia? Scott Snyder is a senior fellow for Korea studies and director of the program on U.S.-Korea policy at the Council on Foreign Relations. He is the co-editor of “North Korea’s Foreign Policy: The Kim Jong-un Regime in a Hostile World.” Contact him at (202) 509-8481; ssnyder@cfr.org
- ==> How America Was Forever Changed on 9/11
It was painful for many Americans to watch this week’s anniversary coverage of the 9/11 terrorist attacks and relive the horror of it all. Dr. Carole Lieberman says that’s because the events of that day are still affecting us — psychologically and physically. Lieberman, a board-certified psychiatrist, can discuss three ways 9/11 permanently impacted the mental health of millions of Americans, what we can learn from the heroism of the first responders who perished that day saving the lives of others, and how parents should talk to their children about the attacks. Carole Lieberman, M.D., M.P.H., is the author of “Lions and Tigers and Terrorists, Oh My: How to Protect Your Child In a Time of Terror.” Contact Mark Goldman at (516) 639-0988 (call/text); markgoldman73@gmail.com
- ==> Why Isn’t 9/11 Taught in All U.S. Schools?
Shortly after the 9/11 attacks, Americans vowed to “never forget” the horrific tragedy, but 22 years later, what is remembered? Does our younger generation know what happened that day? Only a fraction of the 50 states require students to be educated on the events of September 11, 2001, but Jaqueline Jules thinks this important part of our country’s history should be taught in all American schools. “When a subject is not required, it is not given precious instructional time, particularly in schools that struggle with standardized test scores,” she says. “If we are not careful to teach the next generation, the 9/11 terrorist attacks will fade into a brief news story given coverage only on milestone anniversaries. Those who died 22 years ago deserve to be more than a footnote in American history.” Jacqueline Jules is a poet and author of more than 50 titles. In 2001, she was living in Arlington, Virginia, and working as a librarian. Her collection of narrative poems, “Smoke at the Pentagon: Poems to Remember,” recalls the Northern Virginia experience of 9/11. Contact her at jjules@jacquelinejules.com
4.==> Is the Red-Hot Job Market Cooling Down?
Summer is over, school is back in session and a change is in the air. As the temperature cools this fall, it appears the job market is following suit. Just last month employers announced plans to hire just 7,744 workers, the lowest monthly total since November 2020. “Job openings are falling, and American workers are more reluctant to leave their positions right now. The job market is resetting after the pandemic and post-pandemic hiring frenzy,” says Andrew Challenger, labor expert and senior vice president of Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Inc. “The increase in job cuts is not surprising as technological disruption and companies taking a cost-savings approach on the economy claim positions,” he adds. He’ll explain which employment sectors are the exception to the trend, and where the most job cuts are expected next. Contact Colleen Madden Blumenfeld at (312) 422-5074 (o); (314) 807-1568 (cell) or colleenmadden@challengergray.com
- ==> Why Do So Many People Love Popeye’s?
In 2019, the popularity of Popeye’s fast-food restaurants exploded with the introduction of a new sandwich. But food isn’t the only reason Americans continue to patronize the chicken chain in droves. Sue Anderson says the company’s leadership model had a huge hand in Popeye’s expansion across the country as well as their continued success. She’ll talk turkey — er, chicken on the power behind Popeye’s skyrocketing popularity, along with other companies that use servant leadership to put their employees first. An author and certified business coach with years of experience transforming companies, Susan reveals how businesses like Popeye’s, The Four Seasons, Zappos, Costco, and many more realize incredible profits, retention, and more by prioritizing staff. Ask her: How did Popeye’s CEO Cheryl Bachelder turn a struggling restaurant chain into a success story? Why do businesses choose top-down leadership when the opposite is proven to work? How can servant leadership deliver the kind of workplace experiences Gen Z and millennials are looking for today? Contact Susan Anderson at (678) 999-8143; sanderson@rtirguests.com
- ==> Right-Wing Populism Is an Oxymoron
Do you know what a populist is? Or how — and when — the movement started? What would the original populists think of Donald Trump? Invite Steve Babson to tell the story of how the populists of the 1890s transformed the nation’s political terrain and how that history still resonates today. Hear how hard-pressed farmers launched the original movement, calling for a widening democracy to counter corporate monopoly and profiteering. “‘Right-wing populism’ is an oxymoron,” says Babson. “The very term ‘populist’ was originated by groups that favored economic cooperatives, public ownership of railroads and utilities, low-cost federal loans for struggling farmers, postal savings banks, and an end to the gold standard.” Babson says the original populists would have detested the likes of Trump, a right-wing billionaire from New York City. Steve Babson, Ph.D. is a labor educator, union activist and the author of “Forgotten Populists: When Farmers Turned Left to Save Democracy.” Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137; (703) 400-1099 (cell) or johanna@jrbcomm.com or Erin Bolden at (703) 980-2705
- ==> Anger’s Hidden Role in Women’s Heart Disease
Heart disease is the number-one killer of women. According to clinical psychologist Dr. Karyne B. Wilner, anger is one well-known factor in women’s heart disease, along with our culture’s role in suppressing it. “Anger creates stress in the body that can lead to physical and emotional health problems,” she says. She can share body-based techniques to release anger in ways that lead to greater health overall. Karyne is the author of the upcoming book “Releasing Toxic Anger for Women: Body-Based Practices to Transform Negative Thoughts, Soothe Stress, and Stay True to Yourself.” She is a leader in the field of Core Energetics and mind/body health. Contact Dr. Karyne Wilner at (401) 305-2278; kwilner@rtirguests.com
- ==> Opioid Alternatives Doctors Aren’t Prescribing
As communities across the country struggle to respond to the opioid crisis, doctors and dentists continue to prescribe the drugs in large numbers. More than one million Americans have now died of opioid overdoses, with most starting from a prescription for pain. Chronic pain expert Cindy Perlin, LCSW, says if that weren’t enough to dissuade use of the drug, it hasn’t been proven to be the best pain option. She’ll discuss safer and more effective alternatives to opioids. Perlin is a licensed clinical social worker, founder and CEO of the Alternative Pain Treatment Directory, author of “The Truth About Chronic Pain Treatments: The Best and Worst Strategies for Becoming Pain Free,” a chronic pain survivor and an experienced interview guest. Contact her at (518) 439-6431; cindyperlin@gmail.com
- ==> Why Informed Consent Has Gone Too Far
In the modern world, informed consent lets patients participate in their own health care by knowing all their treatment options and any associated risks. However, full transparency in medicine can overwhelm patients and lead to poor decision-making. Is it really the best policy? Dr. Dinesh Verma reveals why we’ve taken informed consent too far. He’ll talk about the damage caused when patients fail to trust medical experts, often resulting in the refusal of lifesaving treatment. He also discusses the right way to implement under-used alternative therapies in combination with modern medicine for astonishing results. A medical doctor with 45 years in practice and 18 years of integrative medicine research and experience, Verma’s latest book is “Ipsicura Effect.” Ask him: Why should more health-care professionals use the placebo effect in their practice? How did your mother miraculously recover from late-stage breast cancer? How can patients feel better, heal faster, and even save money on medical expenses? Contact Dinesh Verma at (248) 817-8296; dverma@rtirguests.com
- ==> Psychologist Shares the Real Causes of Depression
Depression has reached epidemic proportions in modern society. According to psychologist/author Adriana Popescu, “Depression and issues such as low self-esteem and addiction are not just caused by mental distress. There are many other contributing factors such as hormone imbalances, and disruptions in the mind/body/spirit connection overall.” Adriana is a licensed clinical psychologist, addiction and trauma specialist, speaker, thought leader and empowerment coach, and author of “What If You’re Not as F***ed Up As You Think You Are?: How We Come to Believe Lies About Ourselves and What We Can Do to Change Them.” Contact Adriana Popescu at (415) 707-5054; Apopescu@rtirguests.com
- ==> Which Charities Are Worth Donating to (and Which to Avoid)
Many people are quick to donate to charitable causes, especially following natural disasters. But according to author and non-profit expert Michele Whetzel, “It’s better to think with your head as opposed to your heart before turning over your hard-earned cash. Do your research first!” She’ll share what to look for in truly worthy charities, as well as tips for starting your own nonprofit. Michele is a veteran of the nonprofit arena, founder of Your 501 Guide consulting and author of “So, You Want to Start a Nonprofit, Now What?” Contact Michele Whetzel at (302) 407-0513; Mwhetzel@rtirguests.com
- ==> Are People Who Set Goals Smarter?
If you want to live the best years of your life starting now and suffer fewer disappointments, you need to start setting good goals. “Setting goals makes us better, and people deserve to have good things in their lives,” says Winifred Bragg, a medical doctor, and author of “Dreams Without Goals Are Nightmares.” Bragg will share how to get started by using TheBraggFactor®, her five-step system for goal achievement in all areas of life. Ask her: What are the four most important questions to ask yourself about setting goals? How can you create habits that make it easier to reach your goals? A nationally recognized speaker, she has appeared in numerous TV and print media and has been featured on ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX. She has been quoted as an expert in “Redbook,” “Women’s World,” and “Self” magazine. Contact Winifred Bragg at (757) 434-7425; drbragg@thebraggfactor.com
- ==> Why We Need Endangered Elephants
Elephants have long enchanted humans due to their intelligence, charm and majesty. Sadly, they are also one of the world’s most endangered species. According to author/animal welfare advocate Georja Umano, this places the entire planet’s environment in peril. “They are so large that rain in an elephant’s footprint can create a microsystem that can provide a home for tadpoles and other organisms,” she says. “The effects of their movements in both savannahs and forests help restore and maintain the balance of nature.” Georja spent two years working in Kenya and can share why it’s important to preserve elephants’ natural habitats, as well as how these lovable creatures positively impact global ecosystems. She is the author of “Terriers in the Jungle.” Contact Georja Umano at (213) 568-1764; gumano@rtirguests.com
- ==> How Your Past Life Affects Your Current Life
Do you frequently have a sense of déjà vu? Do you have fears or phobias that are unrelated to anything you’ve ever experienced? According to Jennifer Maag, we’ve all had past lives, and they have a profound impact on our current lives. “I believe the self-esteem you’re born with comes from the past lives you’ve already lived,” she says. “Tapping into that enables us to heal in our current existence.” Jennifer, a licensed massage therapist, and her son, Alexander Maag, are the co-authors 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 Jennifer Maag at (419) 969-3259; jmaag@rtirguests.com
- ==> 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
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