01. Worried AI Will Replace You? Here’s How to Make Yourself Irreplaceable
02. Before You Click: 3 Ways to Outsmart Scammers This Fall
03. America’s Hidden Gems Worth Discovering This Fall
04. Are You Chasing the Wrong Definition of Success?
05. Overwhelmed at Work? A 3-Part Plan to Take Back Control
06. Your Spending Habits Are Keeping You From Building Wealth
07. Is Your Company Using an Outdated Leadership Playbook?
08. How to Harvest More Joy This Fall
09. We Need More Uplifting Stories Right Now
10. Feeling Disconnected? 3 Ways to Rebuild the Connections
11. Your Environment Is Secretly Working Against Your Health
12. Searching for More? A Skeptic Says It’s Time to Rethink Faith
13. Is Your Ego Keeping You From the Life You Want?
14. A 60-Second Reset to Help You Get Inspired This Fall
1. ==> Worried AI Will Replace You? Here’s How to Make Yourself Irreplaceable
AI anxiety is no longer hypothetical: through July, U.S. employers cited AI in 112,713 announced job cuts in 2026. But startup strategist and attorney Douglas Park says the answer isn’t trying to compete with machines at what they do best. It’s strengthening the human capabilities companies still need. On your show, Park will explain why judgment, creativity, collaboration and strategic thinking become more valuable as AI handles more routine work, and how employees can position themselves as people who know how to use technology rather than fear it. He’ll also reveal why companies that treat AI simply as a way to replace people may sacrifice the human insight that creates differentiation and long-term value. Park brings more than 25 years advising companies and developed the research-based 3P Framework—People, Product and Position—to help organizations build businesses that are adaptable, scalable and durable. His new book is “Starting Startups.” Contact Douglas at (650) 629-1424; dpark@rtirguests.com
2. ==> Before You Click: 3 Ways to Outsmart Scammers This Fall
Think you’re too smart to get scammed? Dentist and longtime investor Ed “Doc” Holliday thought so too until a sophisticated scheme cost him more than $200,000. The threat is growing: the FBI says Americans reported nearly $21 billion in cyber-enabled crime losses in 2025, with scammers increasingly using AI to make their approaches more convincing. Invite Holliday to share three practical ways audiences can protect themselves, including recognizing fear and urgency tactics, slowing down before responding, and independently verifying who is contacting them. He’ll explain how psychological manipulation can override rational thinking, the red flags he missed and why education or financial savvy doesn’t make someone immune. His book, “My 200K Nightmare: 10 Ways to Avoid Financial Scams I Wish I’d Known,” turns a devastating experience into practical warnings for others. Holliday brings the firsthand perspective of a scam victim who now teaches others how not to become one. Contact Ed at (662) 472-4980; eholliday@rtirguests.com
3. ==> America’s Hidden Gems Worth Discovering This Fall
Summer vacation may be over, but Evelyn and Natalie Kelly say fall can be the perfect time to rediscover America, especially the places travelers often overlook. As the nation celebrates its 250th anniversary, the mother-daughter travel team will take your audience beyond the usual tourist stops to quirky towns, remarkable historic sites, fascinating people and cultural traditions hiding in plain sight. They’ll share some of their favorite lesser-known destinations, explain why small-town America often tells the country’s biggest stories, and offer inspiration for travelers looking for a memorable fall getaway closer to home. Their book, “Have a Love Affair with the USA,” captures the adventures and discoveries behind their belief that America may be one of the world’s most underrated destinations. After traveling to 90 countries, all 50 states and all seven continents, Evelyn and Natalie bring an unusually global perspective to exploring what makes America worth discovering anew. Contact Evelyn and Natalie at (352) 661-2493; ekelly@rtirguests.com
4. ==> Are You Chasing the Wrong Definition of Success?
As 2026 enters its final months, many people will take stock of what they’ve accomplished—but what if they’ve been chasing the wrong things? Keith Ingersoll spent nearly a decade behind the scenes at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, working around some of the biggest names in entertainment and professional sports. What he witnessed challenged the assumption that money, status and recognition automatically lead to fulfillment. Ingersoll will share surprising stories from his memoir, “Fame and Fortune,” and reveal what his encounters with celebrities taught him about the difference between looking successful and actually feeling fulfilled. He’ll challenge audiences to reconsider what they’re pursuing, why external validation can leave people wanting more, and what may matter more than achieving the next milestone. Ingersoll brings a rare insider’s perspective shaped by years observing fame and fortune up close rather than from the outside looking in. Contact Keith at (208) 812-5346; kingersoll@rtirguests.com
5. ==> Overwhelmed at Work? A 3-Part Plan to Take Back Control
If work already feels overwhelming heading into fall, working harder may be the worst response. Gallup reports a quarter of U.S. employees feel overworked either very often or always. Executive coach Lindsay K. Barnett says high performers need to rethink how they manage their energy, not simply their calendars. Barnett will walk audiences through her three-part framework of Planning, Pacing and Playing, including why strategic pauses can improve decision-making and why making room for play isn't frivolous. She’ll explain how employees can regain a sense of control without quitting their jobs or abandoning ambition. She offers practical ways to create healthier, more sustainable success. Barnett is a former Fortune 500 HR leader and executive coach who has spent years working inside the organizations confronting these challenges. She’s the author of “Working Hell to Working Well.” Contact Lindsay at (310) 340-2579; Lbarnett@rtirguests.com
6. ==> Your Spending Habits Are Keeping You From Building Wealth
Before another holiday-shopping season begins, it may be time to ask where your money is really going. U.S. credit-card balances reached $1.26 trillion in the second quarter of 2026, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. Real-estate developer Dr. Janet Tonkins says redirecting even small amounts from lifestyle spending toward assets can begin changing your financial trajectory. Tonkins will explain how everyday consumers can start building wealth through real estate without perfect credit or huge amounts of capital. She’ll discuss first-time homebuyer programs, off-market deals and why she recommends automating even $5–$10 toward investments. Her book, “Purses, Heels, Houses—You Choose,” reinforces her message that wealth begins with different choices. Tonkins is a developer and private lender with 30+ years of experience, 900+ units and more than $900 million in transactions. Contact Janet at (410) 421-0930; jtonkins@rtirguests.com
7. ==> Is Your Company Using an Outdated Leadership Playbook?
The workplace is changing fast, but David Hampson says many companies are still rewarding an old model of leadership built around dominance rather than development. That may be especially shortsighted when Gallup reports that full-time working women currently show stronger employee engagement than men. Hampson will explain why qualities such as empathy, collaboration and long-term thinking can create stronger teams—and why organizations may undermine themselves when they overlook women who bring those strengths to leadership. He’ll challenge audiences to rethink what an effective leader looks like and explain why people-first leadership isn’t simply about fairness; he believes it can be a competitive advantage. Hampson is an entrepreneur, author and business advisory consultant who brings firsthand business experience to his call for rethinking leadership. He offers a different way to evaluate workplace success in his book “Rainbow Gold: Building A Business That’s Both the Journey and the Destination.” Contact David at (603) 605-8594; dhampson@rtirguests.com
8. ==> How to Harvest More Joy This Fall
Autumn is a natural time to let go, and happiness expert Deborah Mallow says our mindset could use a little seasonal clearing too. Deborah shows audiences how to recognize the habits and thought patterns that can make life feel heavier, from worry and negativity to overthinking and a relentless inner critic. With humor, warmth, and practical, science-informed strategies, she’ll share simple Daily Decisions™ that can help viewers shift their perspective, build more positive patterns, and make room for greater joy, gratitude, and peace. Deborah’s uplifting fall segment reminds audiences that happiness doesn’t require pretending everything is perfect. Sometimes it starts with changing how we approach the day in front of us. Deborah is a former #1-ranked pharmaceutical sales rep and the author of “6 Steps to Fewer Days That Suck.” Contact Deborah at (516) 613-5359; dmallow@rtirguests.com
9. ==> We Need More Uplifting Stories Right Now
Bad news travels fast—but after years of doomscrolling, division and anxiety, could audiences be hungry for stories that actually make them feel better about the world? Dan Klusmann believes uplifting storytelling deserves a comeback. After 56 years in the movie business and collecting more than 80 true stories, he has seen how stories of kindness, resilience and human connection can affect the way people see themselves and others. On your show, Klusmann will share memorable stories that restore faith in people, explain why positive storytelling doesn’t require ignoring life’s difficulties, and reveal what decades in entertainment taught him about the kinds of stories audiences remember. His work offers producers an opportunity to counter the relentlessly negative news cycle with a conversation designed to leave viewers feeling hopeful rather than depleted. Klusmann brings more than five decades of entertainment-industry experience and an extensive collection of real-life uplifting stories to the discussion. Contact Dan at (760) 450-7012; dklusmann@rtirguests.com
10. ==> Feeling Disconnected? 3 Ways to Rebuild the Connections
Fall brings people back to routines, but being surrounded by others doesn’t necessarily mean feeling connected. Karen Kay Smith says difficult “waiting room seasons”—including illness, caregiving, grief, infertility and financial uncertainty—can cause people to withdraw precisely when they need support most. On your show, Smith will reveal three ways to rebuild connection through her “3 Cs”: communication, connection and community. She’ll explain the difference between functioning and actually feeling, why suppressing emotions can deepen isolation, and how simple practices such as naming emotions and “breath prayers” can help people reconnect emotionally, spiritually and relationally. Her upcoming book, “Hope Has a Seat in Every Waiting Room,” draws on lessons from life’s uncertain seasons. Smith brings years of women’s ministry and life-coach training plus firsthand experience caring for her husband through 15 years of multiple sclerosis to this timely conversation about loneliness and connection. Contact Karen at (256) 812-5106; ksmith@rtirguests.com
11. ==> Your Environment Is Secretly Working Against Your Health
Cell phones, Wi-Fi, smart watches and other wireless devices have become nearly impossible to avoid, but should we be paying more attention to our everyday exposure? The CDC confirms that cell phones emit radiofrequency radiation while noting that research has not definitively established whether long-term exposure causes health problems. Health researcher and author Norbert Heuser believes electromagnetic radiation deserves greater scrutiny and may contribute to issues including sleep problems and fatigue. On your show, he’ll explain his concerns about EMR from phones, Wi-Fi, smart meters and emerging wireless technologies, what he believes developing research suggests, and practical ways people can reduce exposure without abandoning modern technology. Rather than encouraging fear, the conversation gives audiences questions to consider as they reassess the environments in which they live and work. Heuser has spent years researching environmental influences on health and brings that focus to examining the potential effects of our increasingly wireless world. Contact Norbert at (727) 261-2313; nheuser@rtirguests.com
12. ==> Searching for More? A Skeptic Says It’s Time to Rethink Faith
Nearly three in 10 Americans now identify as religiously unaffiliated, yet 43% say they’ve become more spiritual over their lifetimes. Author Gary Meisner believes that seeming contradiction points to a deeper search for meaning that doesn’t always fit neatly inside traditional religion. After more than two decades as a skeptical, materialist agnostic grounded in reason and evidence, an experience he couldn’t explain caused him to reconsider what he believed. Meisner will share what changed his mind, why skeptics may reject faith based on assumptions they’ve never examined, and how patterns he sees in nature led him to question whether design points to something more. His book, “Life Through a New Lens—Finding God Where Reason and Faith Meet,” explores that intersection. Known worldwide for his work studying patterns in nature, Meisner brings an unusual analytical perspective to questions of God, purpose and belief. Contact Gary at (615) 703-3637; gmeisner@rtirguests.com
13. ==> Is Your Ego Keeping You From the Life You Want?
Before setting another goal this fall, ask a harder question: What if the biggest thing standing in your way isn’t your circumstances, but you? Author Taj Simrit says ego can disguise itself as ambition, self-protection or certainty, quietly keeping people attached to patterns that no longer serve them. Simrit can help audiences recognize how ego influences choices, relationships and definitions of success—and why blaming timing or other people can keep us stuck. He’ll explain the counterintuitive connection between humility and achievement and offer a provocative way to reassess what we’re chasing as 2026 enters its final months. His insights draw from 20 years backpacking around the world and immersing himself in spiritual traditions including Buddhism, Sikhism and Christianity. Contact Taj at tsimrit@rtirguests.com
14. ==> A 60-Second Reset to Help You Get Inspired This Fall
Feeling uninspired may not mean you need a vacation, a new job, or a major life overhaul. Sometimes you may simply need to create. Artist and former healthcare professional Edi Matsumoto says playful, low-pressure creativity can help people shift gears mentally and emotionally. On your show, Matsumoto will demonstrate her “60-second joy reset” and explain how simple creative shifts—from doodling to enjoying a silly painting—can help people pause, improve their mood and restore focus. No artistic talent required. She’ll show audiences how to weave small moments of creativity into everyday life when they feel stressed, stuck or uninspired. Matsumoto combines her healthcare background with her experience as an artist to explore creativity as an accessible tool for everyday well-being. Contact Edi at (831) 290-6491; ematsumoto@rtirguests.com
