July 12, 2018
01. Trump’s Trade War Talk: Just Walk Away
02. We’re Already in a Trade War: How America Can Win
03. Trump and NATO: Same Old Argument Minus Politeness
04. Libertarian: Brett Kavanaugh Isn’t So Bad
05. Is Your Bra or Girdle Making You Stupid?
06. Open Letter: “Deal with Russia Now”
07. Psychologist: Thai Boys May Not Be Scarred
08. Separated Children Will Never Forget
09. Summer Shouldn’t Mean Going Hungry
10. Got Vacation Plans and a Tax Problem? Don’t Pack Yet
11. Tips to Destress a Special Needs Vacation
12. Enjoy Your Summer Vacation — Even with Family!
13. Why More Wild Animals Are Attacking Innocent People
14. As of Today, there are 60 Active Wildfires in the US
15. Invest in Yourself Now Before Things Go South
16. Why Work-Life Balance Never Works
17. Nixing Sugar Can Increase Cancer Survival Rates
18. Are Your Kids Safe at Summer Sports Camp?
19. Bad Things Happen When You’re Starving for More Meaning
20. 5 Ways Life in the Future Will Be Like Star Trek
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1. ==> Trump’s Trade War Talk: Just Walk Away
The Senate is pushing back on President Trump’s tariff
and trade policies while he’s in Europe battling over
the same issues with allies. In an op-ed for Project
Syndicate, Dani Rodrik writes, “Trump may well want a
trade war, but he cannot have it on his own. A trade
war requires other economies to retaliate and escalate.
And there are compelling reasons why they should not do
so.” He adds, “Trump’s protectionism may yet result in
a global trade war, with eventual economic consequences
that are far more serious than the self-harm it entails
at present. But if that happens, it will be as much the
result of miscalculation and overreaction on the part
of Europe and China as of Trump’s folly.” Dani Rodrik
is professor of international political economy at
Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of
Government. He is the author of “The Globalization
Paradox: Democracy and the Future of the World
Economy,” “Economics Rules: The Rights and Wrongs of
the Dismal Science,” and, most recently, “Straight Talk
on Trade: Ideas for a Sane World Economy.” Contact him
at dani_rodrik@harvard.edu or @rodrikdani
2. ==> We’re Already in a Trade War: How America Can
Win
The tit-for-tat exchange of tariffs and threats between
the U.S. and its trading partners is much in the news,
but we’re already in a trade war, one we’re losing
badly, says attorney James Stuber. Author of the recent
book, “What if Things Were Made in America Again,”
Stuber explains our foolish policies, like postal rates
making it cheaper to mail a parcel from China than from
Indiana, and negotiating to effectively become China’s
colony — selling them farm goods and crude oil in
exchange for sophisticated manufactured products. In a
lively and provocative interview, Stuber explains how
the real solution lies with American consumers buying
things made in American communities. James A. Stuber is
the founder of Made in America Again, a movement of
consumers dedicated to rebuilding the American middle
class by buying things made in American communities.
Stuber is an attorney and entrepreneur who formerly
served as legislative assistant to a member of the
United States House of Representatives. Contact him at
(610) 608-5074; james.stuber@themadeinamericabook.com.
3. ==> Trump and NATO: Same Old Argument Minus
Politeness
President Trump is telling NATO allies the U.S. won’t
be the group’s piggy bank. He’s trying to get other
member nations to contribute more funds but Elisabeth
Braw of the Center for European Policy Analysis (CEPA)
says Trump’s not the first president to do so. “Lots of
American presidents and administrations have made that
point and pleaded with allies to increase spending.
They just did it more politely.” She says, “I think
Trump does have a point, but I think the way in which
he’s making his point is very unhelpful, because he’s
so unpopular here in Europe. If he bullies European
leaders into spending more domestically, I think it
would be foolish for them to spend as much as he wants
them to because they will be seen as essentially just
obeying his commands.” The Center for European Policy
Analysis is a non-profit, non-partisan, public policy
research institute. Elisabeth Braw is an Adjunct Fellow
at CEPA and a senior consultant at the London
headquarters of Control Risks, the global risk
consulting firm. She was previously a journalist, most
recently with the Christian Science Monitor. Contact
Michal Harmata at (202) 551 9202;
michal.harmata@cepa.org
4. ==> Libertarian: Brett Kavanaugh Isn’t So Bad
Many on the left are worried about a more conservative
Supreme Court now that President Trump has nominated
Brett Kavanaugh to take the place of retiring Justice
Anthony Kennedy. The CATO Institute’s Trevor Burrus
says those concerns are reasonable, but they shouldn’t
be apocalyptic. “The reality is that gay marriage isn’t
going anywhere, Roe v. Wade will probably not be
overturned, and a court with a Justice Kavanaugh could
help rein in an executive branch that has become too
powerful.” What positives might we see from a more
conservative court? Burrus says, “For one, a more
conservative court would rein in an out-of-control
administrative state that empowers the executive branch
to make sweeping changes in American lives.” He adds,
“And a more conservative court is likely to have less
patience for possible Trump shenanigans domestically
(although foreign policy is a different story).” Trevor
Burrus is a research fellow in the Cato Institute’s
Robert Levy Center for Constitutional Studies and
managing editor of the Cato Supreme Court Review.
Contact him at (202) 789-5200 (DC); tburrus@cato.org
5. ==> Is Your Bra or Girdle Making You Stupid?
Millions of women wear bras, shapewear, corsets and
other undergarments to look better in their clothes. If
you can trim a few inches, why
not? Because when you wear anything that restricts your
body like that, you also restrict oxygen to the brain
which can cause a host of problems including mental
acuity! Even more startling—your kids’ backpack (and
the one you carried as a kid!) can cause even more
damage… and it can last a lifetime. “Heavy school
backpacks are a national crime that has sentenced two
generations to low brain oxygen,” says Bob Prichard of
the Somax Institute. Prichard will explain the dangers
of low brain oxygen (poor school and work performance,
trouble concentrating, depression, obesity and much
more), how he discovered the connection between chest
expansion and brain oxygen, and most importantly, how
to reverse the damage, even years later. You’ll hear
amazing stories of raises, promotions, better grades
and mental improvement after treatment, and your
listeners will learn a simple way to measure their
breathing range—and their kids’—using an item you
already have at home. Bob Prichard is president of the
Somax Institute and author of “Are You Robbing Your
Brain of Oxygen?” Contact him at (415) 435-9880 (CA);
bprichard@somaxsports.com
6. ==> Open Letter: “Deal with Russia Now”
Controversies over “Russiagate” and U.S.-Russian
relations took a new turn yesterday as The Nation
magazine published a rare open letter from an array of
prominent Americans calling for “concrete steps … to
ease tensions between the nuclear superpowers.” Titled
“Common Ground: For Secure Elections and True National
Security,” the open letter was signed by Gloria
Steinem; Pentagon Papers whistleblower Daniel Ellsberg;
Pulitzer Prize-winning writers Alice Walker and Viet
Thanh Nguyen; former New Mexico governor and ambassador
to the United Nations Bill Richardson; Phil Donahue;
former White House counsel John Dean; The Nation
publisher and editor Katrina vanden Heuvel; Boston
University professor emeritus Andrew Bacevich; and more
than a dozen others. The letter says, “We must reach
common ground,” the letter says, “to safeguard common
interests — taking steps to protect the nation’s
elections and to prevent war between the world’s two
nuclear superpowers.” Contact Katrina vanden Heuvel at
press@thenation.com; @KatrinaNation or Andrew Bacevich
at bacevich@bu.edu
7. ==> Psychologist: Thai Boys May Not Be Scarred
While many psychologists debate the long-term effects
on the teens rescued from a Thai cave, Frank Farley,
Ph.D. says they may not be as ‘scarred’ as many fear
given their age and the fact that they were trapped
together as a team. “Perhaps we may see post-traumatic
growth, not PTSD, where these boys will be strengthened
by this experience, so that future risks or challenges
will be more readily dealt with psychologically and
overcome, invoking the old adage ‘What doesn’t kill you
makes you stronger.’ If they could handle this
experience they can handle anything! We focus too much
on PTSD in these unusual situations, and not enough on
the positive psychology that can come from them.”
Farley is a professor at Temple University and a former
president of the American Psychological Association.
Contact him at (215) 668-7581; frank.farley@comcast.net
8. ==> Separated Children Will Never Forget
Like many people, Linda Blackmer is horrified by the
Trump administration’s policy of separating children
from their parents who fled their homeland for a better
life. And as a social worker and victim of childhood
trauma Linda can shed light on what it is like for the
children taken away from parents and placed in camps
where they do not have the love and security of their
families. “Loss of a parent to death, abandonment or
separation is one of the most heart-wrenching
experiences a child can endure,” Linda says. She will
also say that our government is teaching these children
that the world is an unsafe place and inflicting wounds
that will take a lifetime to heal. Meanwhile, their
parents sit in jail feeling guilt, worry, despair,
panic and their own trauma that will no doubt be passed
on to future generations. Linda Blackmer is a pen name
for the licensed social worker who wrote “My Father’s
Eyes: A Story of Stolen Lives.” Reach her at (505)
402-1088; lshan71183@aol.com
9. ==> Summer Shouldn’t Mean Going Hungry
For many American children, summer vacation means
sunshine, hot days and freedom from homework and early
bedtimes. But for millions of kids and their families,
it also brings fear. How are they going to eat during
those three months? Food activist and historian Julia
Hudson-Richards says tens of millions of children rely
on government assistance to eat lunch for nine months
of the year. And their need doesn’t go away when the
last bell rings in June. “Low-income parents often
struggle to feed their kids during the summer. Families
who rely on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
benefits don’t get extra money just because school is
out, and low-wage jobs don’t come with a summer bump in
the paycheck. Some may even decide it doesn’t make
sense to keep working ? especially if the cost of child
care for younger kids negates the income their job (or
jobs) brings in.” She’ll discuss issues that contribute
to the problem and ways to get kids and families the
food they need. Julia Hudson-Richards studies the
environment, food and the people who produce it and
teaches at Penn State University. Contact her at
jah71@psu.edu or (814) 949-5809
10. ==> Got Vacation Plans and a Tax Problem? Don’t
Pack Yet
If you owe the IRS a significant amount of money and
haven’t made arrangements to deal with the issue, don’t
pack your bags for vacation just yet. Tax and financial
expert Abby Eisenkraft warns travelers with tax issues,
“Your passport can be confiscated!” She’ll discuss what
the IRS is doing, how they work with the State
Department, and how you can get help… before you head
to the airport. Frequently quoted by the press, she is
one of the leading experts on IRS problems and how to
avoid them. Eisenkraft is the author of “101 Ways to
Stay Off the IRS Radar” and “Combat Tax-Related
Identity Theft.” Contact her at (347) 598-0111;
abby@RealLifeTaxAdvice.com
11. ==> Tips to Destress a Special Needs Vacation
It’s stressful enough planning a family vacation, but
when a loved one has Down Syndrome, Autism, or another
developmental disability, it can be downright
overwhelming. For help in planning a trip and how to
navigate once there, invite Deb Shumard, director of
Beyond Our Boundaries, to share tips on making
reservations, finding accessible transportation and
learning about discounts that could save you money.
Beyond Our Boundaries provides chaperoned “Trips of a
Lifetime” for adults with developmental disabilities
and video tours hosted by people with developmental
disabilities. Contact Deb Shumard at (330) 309-0838;
Debshumard@sbcglobal.net
12. ==> Enjoy Your Summer Vacation — Even with Family!
Sun, fun, and quality time with the family isn’t too
much to ask of a family vacation, is it? Unfortunately,
it is. Vacations can be a lot of pressure; between the
forced togetherness, new environments, and non-stop
activities to keep everyone entertained, it’s no wonder
that moms and dads return home more exhausted than
ever. Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith advocates for a mindful,
vacation state-of-mind that lasts all year long. When
parents slow down the schedule, dial back expectations,
and learn to listen to their children and each other,
they’ll find it easier to enjoy family-time and return
back from vacation relaxed, refreshed, and recharged.
Dr. Saundra will reveal the seven kinds of rest that
will rejuvenate exhausted moms and dads, and actually
make family vacation the quality together-time it’s
meant to be. Dr. Saundra’s advice and expertise has
been featured in Woman’s Day and Prevention magazines.
You can reach her at DrDaltonSmith@gmail.com or (256)
405-9765.
13. ==> Why More Wild Animals Are Attacking Innocent
People
In recent weeks, we’ve heard about hikers, bikers and
campers being confronted/attacked and even killed by
mountain lions. Plus, there are often stories about
destructive home invasions by bears, children being
attacked by coyotes, and other brazen wild creatures
wandering into civilization. Nature expert Bruce
Hemming, author of “4 Seconds Until Impact: The
Skyrocketing Attacks by Predators on Humans,” says
growing populations of animals (no longer threatened or
endangered) present the problems. Laws that limited
hunting and trapping have done their job too well. Now
it’s often innocent human beings in peril. Interview
Hemming to learn how we can revamp safety programs to
protect everyone, especially people. He will explore
on-air: Which wilderness creatures have rebounded
most. What compels many animals to attack people or
invade human settings. How can we update animal
conservation laws? How unsafe is the great outdoors?
Book Bruce Hemming at (605) 464-4618 (SD);
bruse2025@gmail.com.
14. ==> As of Today, there are 60 Active Wildfires in
the US
Wildfire season started off with a bang this year, with
upwards of 60 wildfires ruining more than the 4th of
July festivities thousands of Americans had planned.
Wildfires destroy landscapes both residential and
commercial, devastate literally millions of acres of
wildlife, and upend the economy. Last year alone,
California suffered $160 billion worth of damage.
Californian entrepreneur Jim Moseley has seen firsthand
the devastating effect of these fires, and will discuss
the effects of the fires, as well as a new technology
being used to fire-proof new constructions, a material
repurposed from a blanket designed by NASA. Featured on
the May cover of Malibu Times magazine, Moseley, a
Grammy-nominated trombonist (Google “Moseley Trombone”
and enjoy!) can be reached at (818) 486-4662;
jim@SunFireDefense.com.??
15. ==> Invest in Yourself Now Before Things Go South
The stock market has been going up and unemployment is
low but author Wm Hovey Smith says the future is
anything but certain and now is the best time to invest
in yourself. Worried about job losses caused by trade
wars, automation, robots and companies moving offshore?
Hovey will tell your audience how to protect themselves
by preparing to start their own businesses. He’ll
explain how to overcome fear, ways to enhance
entrepreneurial skills, how to pick a successful
business opportunity and much more. Smith says just
about anything you can imagine can be turned into a
moneymaking opportunity and it’s a myth that a person
can do only one business in his lifetime. Hovey Smith
is the author of 15 books and has produced hundreds of
YouTube videos. With multiple academic degrees, he has
spoken at business forums in China and Austria. Contact
him at (478) 552-7455; hoveysmith@bellsouth.net
16. ==> Why Work-Life Balance Never Works
Forget trying to balance your personal and work lives,
says author and business coach Paula Black. “Work and
personal lives are never in balance,” she asserts. “You
can’t compartmentalize your life… but you can work it
so that the two exist in harmony.” Black will discuss
what to do when work success feels empty, how to make
decisions about career and life that work for you, and
why everyone should look for their own personal North
Star. “Take the time to look inward to find what fuels
you. What gets you up in the morning? Who is the most
important person on the planet to you? The answers can
inspire you to find your true calling.” Paula Black has
advised lawyers, accountants, financial advisors, media
professionals, real estate professionals and small
business owners on finding harmony between work,
family, and play. She is the author of the Little Black
Book series, which includes “A Lawyers Guide to
Creating a Life, Not Just a Living.” Contact her at
(305) 859-9554; paula@paulablack.com
17. ==> How Nixing Sugar Can Dramatically Increase
Cancer Survival Rates
When Anthony Randle’s wife Jessica was diagnosed with
stage four breast cancer, her doctors told her she
could eat whatever she wanted while undergoing
aggressive treatments. But after having a poignant
dream about his late grandmother who was a gifted
energy healer, Anthony began doing his own research and
discovered some shocking facts. “I learned that sugar
actually feeds cancer,” he says. After elimination
sugar from her diet, Jessica sailed through chemo with
virtually no side effects. “After every treatment, I
wanted her to relax and nap,” he says. “But she would
have so much energy that we would go play tennis. The
ball would rush past me!” He shares his poignant
experiences in his acclaimed book “The True Story of a
Husband, A Best Friend and Care Giver: The Struggle
Within,” and can reveal how he and his wife made it
through this traumatic experience healthier and happier
than ever. Contact him at arandle1076@ gmail.com; (702)
533-6667.
18. ==> Are Your Kids Safe at Summer Sports Camp?
It’s summer sports camp season and there are kids on
the playing field all over the country. As a parent,
should you be worried about concussions? The NFL,
college and high school football are under attack
because of the high risk of concussions and the
resulting health consequences. But what if there was a
way to make concussions a thing of the past? Or at
least a way to diagnose and treat traumatic brain
injuries (TBI’s) more easily and quickly? Interview Dr.
Paul Wand to hear about a new protocol that could do
all that and more. He along with other private
practitioners have created ways to diagnosis and treat
concussions which if put into place could save the NFL,
as well as other sports where concussions happen on a
regular basis. Paul Wand, MD, PA has been a medical
doctor for 35 years specializing in the field of
Neurology. Contact Dr. Wand at (954) 344-9772;
paulwandmd@gmail.com
19. ==> Bad Things Happen When You’re Starving for More
Meaning
Troubled relationships. Disappointing career. Emotional
frustrations, stress and setbacks. Money woes. Such
problems happen when you’re missing enough meaning
(defined as positive impact), says sought-after speaker
Bob Lichtenbert, author of “Making Meaning” and the
abridged “Maximizing Meaning.” Bob’s insights can help
audiences discover more purpose and fulfillment at any
age. On-air Bob will share stories of his own life
turnaround (such as seeing his newborn son in the crib
for the first time and realizing how he needed true
meaning pronto!). Bob’s advice, tips and aphorisms have
already helped many readers and followers to make more
meaning and thrive. Ask Bob to explain: What is
meaning, and why do we need to make more of it? Why
make meaning for other people? How can one make more
meaning? Contact Bob at (773) 481-0544 (IL);
seekerofmeaning@yahoo.com.
20. ==> 5 Ways Life in the Future Will Be Like Star
Trek
What will humankind be able to accomplish by the 30th
Century? Can we hope for the technological advancements
and global peace envisioned in Star Trek shows and
movies? Discover the good news when you interview
acclaimed scientific researcher Mark Kingston Levin,
Ph.D. Author of the stirring “30th Century Trilogy,”
Dr. Levin reveals an intriguing, scientifically
plausible future. He will explore how humanity (as
shared in Star Trek) could: end disease and poverty …
use A.I. for amazing innovations … reverse aging and
control longevity so the human lifespan expands
remarkably … enjoy positive societal changes in a
violence-free world … master the resources of Earth’s
continents and oceans without harming the environment …
advance so space travel (and living on other planets)
will be common … help our descendants be more creative,
artistic, and much wealthier … even benefit from time
travel! Learn how we can realize such positive Star
Trek-esque things much earlier than expected. Contact
Dr. Levin at (858) 531-4852;
markkingstonlevin@gmail.com.
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