01. These US Veterans are Part of Aid Flotilla to Gaza
02. The Very Human Story of Artificial Intelligence
03. 5 Ways to Cut Your Stroke Risk
04. This Segment is for the Birds!
05. The Battle Over the Bible in Schools
06. Want to Heal Division? Teach Inclusion and Tackle Bias
07. Office Arguments: How to Prevent Conflict Before It Starts
08. Spot—and Stop—the Silent Thieves in Your Budget
09. How to Raise Safe, Street-Smart Kids in an Unpredictable World
10. Why Most Kids Hate Math and How to Fix It
11. Dog Trainer Turns Problem Pooches Into Perfect Pups
12. ‘Psychedelics Changed My Life’—A Therapist Shares the Healing Power of Plants
13. These Women Were Work-From-Home Pioneers
14. Are Cell Phones the Main Cause Behind Rising Cancer?
15. 6 Practical Tips to Snap Out of a Funk
1. ==> These US Veterans are Part of Aid Flotilla to Gaza
Two U.S. veterans are among a huge aid flotilla comprised of more than 50 ships from at least 44 countries. The Global Sumud Flotilla is on its way to Gaza, set to arrive in about two weeks. It’s a significant maritime initiative aimed at delivering humanitarian aid to Gaza amid the ongoing blockade. The effort, which began several weeks ago in Barcelona and Tunis, has not been without setbacks, including at least one drone strike. Coordinated by grassroots organizers, seafarers, doctors, artists, and solidarity activists from over 40 countries, the flotilla is a nonviolent humanitarian mission. Those participating include members of parliament from Europe, Mandla Mandela from South Africa, Greta Thunberg from Sweden and two U.S. veterans: Gregory Stoker and Philip Tottenham. Stoker has been posting videos of the trip. Contact him at greg.j.stoker@gmail.com; @gregjstoker. Philip Tottenham recently appeared on “Flashpoints.” Contact him at philiptottenham@gmail.com
2. ==> The Very Human Story of Artificial Intelligence
Think artificial intelligence (AI) is all about data and algorithms? Think again. Researcher David Eliot places humans at the center of AI’s story and makes a compelling case for the role we have yet to play in the technology’s transformation of our world. He’ll take listeners on a journey through the key moments and decisions that have shaped AI’s creation and, consequently, our lives, and show how AI has the capacity to impact everything from education, sports, and medicine to business, culture, and dating—from how we learn to who we love. He invites us to find our place in the story of AI, understand its effect on our lives and decide what kind of future we want to help create. Ask Eliot: How exactly does AI work? Will it make our work life easier or will it cost us our jobs? Will it lead to cookie-cutter art, movies, music and books or will it have a liberating effect on creativity? Is AI racist? David Eliot is a PhD candidate at the University of Ottawa, where he researches the social and political effects of artificial intelligence. He is the author of “Artificially Intelligent: The Very Human Story of AI.” Contact Lissa Warren at (617) 233-2853; LissaWarrenPR@gmail.com or @Lissa_Warren
3. ==> 5 Ways to Cut Your Stroke Risk
Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States has a stroke. That’s 795,000 strokes every year. Stroke remains one of the nation’s deadliest health challenges, accounting for approximately one in every 20 deaths in 2022, and many who survive are left with significant health challenges. Dr. Jeremy M. Liff, a board-certified neurologist specializing in stroke and brain aneurysms, can discuss five ways to cut your stroke risk. Ask him: What should I know about the different types of strokes and their warning signs? What blood pressure numbers put me in the stroke danger zone? How do lifestyle factors like diet, exercise, and sleep quality specifically impact stroke risk? What symptoms warrant immediate emergency care versus urgent but not emergent follow-up? Dr. Liff is a senior member of the Society of Neurointerventional Surgery and serves patients across the tri-state area. Contact Ryan McCormick at (516) 901-1103
4. ==> This Segment is for the Birds!
Are you ready to join the millions of people who enjoy birds? If so, there’s no better time than the present to take the plunge—or at least dip your toes in. Invite Dexter Patterson, CEO of Operation Bird Joy, to walk you through the basics of birding. Where should you go? How do you even find a bird? Are there apps for that? Do you need binoculars? Dexter is the perfect guide for newbies and avid birders. As the host of the Bird Joy podcast, his goal is to bring bird enthusiasts from around the globe together to share the joy of birding. He is also the co-founder of the BIPOC Birding Club of Wisconsin, an organization dedicated to making birding more accessible and inclusive for people of color. Dexter Patterson teaches at the University of Wisconsin and is the author of “Birds of the Great Lakes: Best Little Book of Birds.” Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137 (703) 400-1099 (cell) or Erin Bolden at (703) 980-2705
5. ==> The Battle Over the Bible in Schools
Back in the 1960s the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that requiring Bible readings in schools was unconstitutional, but Joel Penton, founder and CEO of LifeWise Academy, argues that the move triggered a cultural and educational decline in America. LifeWise began operating in a handful of schools back in 2019 bringing religious scripture back to students during the school day through what is called “released-time religious instruction.” The program takes students off school grounds, with parental permission, to attend privately funded Bible-based education. Today, LifeWise Academy is in more than 1,100 schools across 34 states and the program was recently awarded an innovation prize by the Heritage Foundation, a right-wing think tank. Agree with Penton or not, a discussion of the role of faith in education is particularly timely. Contact Marianna Gibson at marianna@jonesliterary.com
6. ==> Want to Heal Division? Teach Inclusion and Tackle Bias
Division is rising in politics, workplaces, schools and even friend groups. But Dr. Dionne Poulton says healing starts with a simple truth: we all have biases and ignoring them only deepens the divide. As a PhD-trained educator, former national athlete and DEI strategist with 20+ years of experience, she explains why inclusion efforts often fail—and how teaching people to recognize their own biases can shift entire environments and their interactions with others. She offers a non-shaming, evidence-based way for people—whether executives, team leaders, educators or parents—to rethink their assumptions and biases and rebuild human connection. Ask her: Can bias actually help us sometimes—and when does it backfire? Why are so many DEI efforts making things worse instead of better? Dr. Dionne’s new book is “DEI 2.0.” Contact her at dpoulton@rtirguests.com or call (404) 383-8924
7. ==> Office Arguments: How to Prevent Conflict Before It Starts
Studies show that up to 85% of workplace conflict stems from communication breakdowns, but most people don’t address issues until it’s too late. Samuel Bentil, a global dispute avoidance expert and the author of “Avoid Construction Disputes,” will teach listeners how to spot and stop conflict before it starts. With workplace tension, team burnout and leadership turnover on the rise, his message is right on time. Samuel’s proven strategies focus on emotional intelligence, trust-building and collaboration, the skills that turn daily friction into productivity. And these same tools don’t just work on the job. They improve communication and reduce tension at home and in the community too. Contact Samuel at (778) 656-0067; sbentil@rtirguests.com
8. ==> Spot—and Stop—the Silent Thieves in Your Budget
Do you ever look at your bank statements and wonder: Where did it all go? Financial coach Monique Gagné says most people don’t need to make more money—they need to stop letting it slip away. In an eye-opening interview, Gagné will expose the invisible habits and hidden expenses quietly draining your bank account. From “ghost subscriptions” to emotionally triggered spending, she helps audiences get real about where their money’s going—and how to redirect it toward joy, security, and financial freedom. Her candid, relatable approach makes financial literacy feel less like a lecture and more like an overdue heart-to-heart. Perfect for shows tackling debt, smart spending, or financial stress in daily life. Monique Gagne is the author of “Who Took My Money?” Contact her at (602) 704-5499; mgagne@rtirguests.com
9. ==> How to Raise Safe, Street-Smart Kids in an Unpredictable World
More than 1 in 5 high school students in the U.S. report witnessing neighborhood violence—and that’s just what gets reported. With schools, families, and law enforcement stretched thin, Stephanie Mann, a veteran crime prevention specialist, believes the answer lies closer to home. Her Neighborhood Safety approach helps parents, educators, and community leaders raise kids who are not only street-smart, but community-aware. Drawing on her decades of experience (including founding 27 citywide prevention committees), Mann offers practical strategies to teach kids how to recognize danger, resist peer pressure, and build safe, supportive relationships. Her goal: to raise young people who don’t just survive—but help transform their communities. In interviews, she shares how parents can empower kids with common-sense safety habits in an increasingly unpredictable world. She’ll discuss common safety mistakes parents make and how kids can be taught to prevent violence—not just avoid it. Contact Stephanie Mann at (925) 438-0716; smann@rtirguests.com
10. ==> Why Most Kids Hate Math and How to Fix It
This segment is for frustrated parents, overwhelmed teachers, or students dreading another year of math. Dr. Craig Hane (aka Dr. Del says most kids don’t hate math—they hate confusion, boredom, and irrelevance. With a PhD in math and decades of experience teaching students who struggle, Hane shows how schools are often teaching the wrong content, in the wrong way, to the wrong kids. His fast, practical, and confidence-building method has helped thousands of learners go from “I’m just not a math person” to “I’ve got this!” Invite Hane on your show and help parents, educators, and students kick off the school year with a fresh perspective on one of the most dreaded subjects in education. Ask him: Why do so many smart kids hate math—and what’s the hidden reason behind it? What can parents do now to change a child’s math experience this year? Craig Hane is the author of “Golden Rule Math for 21st Century Students.” Contact him at (812) 332-8179; craig@hane.com
11. ==> Dog Trainer Turns Problem Pooches Into Perfect Pups
Whether your pup’s a chewer, a jumper, or just plain bad, author and dog trainer Kathleen Troy can share how to transform even the most unruly Rovers into well-behaved bowwows. Known as the Dear Abby of the canine world, Katheleen shares her doggone delightful tales of Dylan, a pooch she rescued from South Korea that was wildly destructive. With love and patience, not only did Kathleen bring Dylan’s behavior under control, she taught him sign language, how to count to 10, and dial 911! “There are no bad dogs, just bad owners,” she says. Kathleen is the author of the "Dylan’s Dog Squad" series, as well as a book about dog training. Contact Kathleen Troy at (714) 975-9807; ktroy@rtirguests.com
12. ==>‘Psychedelics Changed My Life’—A Therapist Shares the Healing Power of Plants
According to research presented at the Psychedelic Science 2025 conference in Denver, patients who had been diagnosed with major depressive disorder experienced a dramatic decrease in depression after just one dose of psilocybin (magic mushrooms). Psychotherapist Anjalia McGoldrick is living proof of the power of plant-based psychedelics. “I got pregnant at 13, was in an abusive relationship at 14, and escaped with my life at 16,” she says. “Although I became a successful psychotherapist, I still carried deep wounds. Psychedelics absolutely changed my life.” Anjalia is the author of the critically-acclaimed memoir "The Child I Left Behind A Mother's Journey To Healing and Forgiveness." Contact Anjalia McGoldrick at (540) 616-3200; amcgoldrick@rtirguests.com
13. ==> These Women Were Work-From-Home Pioneers
Long before Zoom meetings and side hustles, women were quietly building businesses from their kitchens, living rooms and basements, perfecting the work-from-home model long before it had a name. Motivational speaker and WIP Empowerment founder Roy Martin shines a light on these overlooked pioneers and connects their legacy to today’s thriving mompreneur movement. Roy will reveal why the term “Work From Home” is more than a post-pandemic trend, it’s a 120-year evolution led by women. He’ll share surprising historical examples (including how a divorced secretary helped Tupperware make its mark), explore the economic and cultural forces driving moms to entrepreneurship and explain how his WIP Empowerment initiative is helping modern women build passive income and flexible business success from home. Contact Roy Martin at (629) 265-0570; rmartin@rtirguests.com
14. ==> Are Cell Phones the Main Cause Behind Rising Cancer?
Every third person today dies of cancer—and the number is steadily climbing. While most blame chemicals or the environment, health researcher and author Norbert Heuser says the biggest culprit may be hiding in plain sight: our cell phones. Studies now link electromagnetic radiation (EMR) from phones, Wi-Fi and smart meters to biological stress the human body cannot digest. The result? A possible driving force behind cancer, sleep disorders, dementia, reduced sperm count in men, fertility challenges for women and more. For more than 45 years, Norbert has investigated hidden health risks, from caffeine addiction and unhealthy drinking water to the 19 often-overlooked causes of poor sleep. But nothing alarms him more than the rise of EMR exposure and its overlooked role in modern disease. On your show, he can explain what the science shows, why mainstream medicine won’t touch this subject, and simple steps every listener can take today to protect themselves and their families. Contact Norbert Heuser at (727) 261-2313; nheuser@rtirguests.com
15. ==> 6 Practical Tips to Snap Out of a Funk
When your days feel more overwhelming than uplifting, it’s time for a mental reset. Deborah Mallow, happiness expert and author of “6 Steps to Fewer Days That Suck: Ditch Unhealthy Habits, Unzip a Happier You,” knows how to break free from negative thought patterns. Whether burnout, self-doubt or stress are getting you down, Deborah’s simple six-step approach is designed to help you shake off the funk and embrace joy. With humor and practical advice, she’ll inspire you to make small but powerful changes that add up to a happier, lighter you! Learn how to reset your mindset and reclaim your well-being—one positive step at a time. Contact Deborah Mallow at (516) 613-5359; dmallow@rtirguests.com
