December 13, 2018
01. Senators Rebuke Saudi Arabia Over Murder
02. NORAD’s Santa Tracking Goes High Tech
03. Handmade Gifts Aren’t Cheap, They’re Thoughtful
04. Holiday Sanity Survival: Just Say No
05. Holiday Libido Busters: Better Sex and Less Stress
06. Why Did Melania Pick Red Christmas Trees?
07. Why You Shouldn’t Skip the Office Party
08. Have Yourself a Sustainable Little Christmas
09. The Empty Chair at the Holiday Table
10. Avoid Holiday Weight Gain AND the Flu!
11. Did ‘41’ Kick off Political Incivility?
12. Tricks of a Turnaround Artist Who Saved 150 Businesses
13. Which Profession Has the Most Workplace Violence?
14. Surprising Ways You Support Human Trafficking
15. Common Sense Cure for Rise in Rudeness
16. MD Has Three-Pronged Cure for Opioid Addiction
17. Can Cutting Sugar Increase Cancer Survival?
18. How to Get Your Teenage Son to Talk to You
19. Homework Over the Holidays? Is it Necessary?
20. Revealed: God’s Only Reason to Get Married
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1. ==> Senators Rebuke Saudi Arabia Over Murder
The U.S. Senate is poised to deliver a historic rebuke
to both Saudi Arabia and the Trump administration by
passing a resolution demanding an end to U.S. military
support for Saudi Arabia’s ongoing war in Yemen. The
resolution draws on congressional authority spelled out
in the 1973 War Powers Act – authority that, until now,
Congress has never actually used. Syndicated columnist
Reese Erlich writes: “International relief
organizations now consider the Yemen War the world’s
worst humanitarian crisis. The country faces a
devastating cholera epidemic. An estimated 14 million
Yemenis are on the brink of starvation and 85,000
children have already died of hunger. The Royal Saudi
Air Force intentionally targets civilians according to
a UN report and human rights groups.” Erlich writes for
the Foreign Correspondent and was in Turkey when
Washington Post columnist Jamal Khashoggi was murdered.
His books include “The Iran Agenda: The Real Story of
U.S. and Policy and the Mideast Crisis.” Contact him at
ReeseErlich@yahoo.com, @reeseerlich
2. ==> NORAD’s Santa Tracking Goes High Tech
The North American Aerospace Defense Command tracks
Santa every year, in addition to helping him answer
phone calls and letters. The tradition began more than
50 years ago when the wrong number was printed in a
newspaper. Well, today Santa tracking is a little more
high-tech. Starting at Dec. 24, website visitors can
watch Santa prep for flight. Then, NORAD’s “Santa Cams”
will stream videos as Santa makes his way across the
world. There’s a live phone operator on hand to answer
questions about Santa’s whereabouts but since this is
2018 you can also get text updates, or follow along on
social media like Facebook, Twitter and more. Listeners
will love hearing the fascinating story of how the
government agency began tracking Santa and how the
whole family can share the magic of watching Santa’s
progress Christmas Eve. Book an interview with a NORAD
Santa tracker at NTSMedia@outlook.com or (719)
554-6889.
3. ==> Handmade Gifts Aren’t Cheap, They’re Thoughtful
No gift and no ideas? Why not make a present? We’re not
talking about macaroni necklaces, but real, hand-made
gifts people will love. Etsy Trend Expert Dayna Isom
Johnson’s got great ideas and tips for making your own
holiday gifts or finding some unique items made with
more artistic hands. Dayna can discuss some of the most
popular craft gift ideas trending on Etsy for men,
women and kids and suggest thoughtful, uniquely
personalized gift items for even the toughest person on
your list. She’ll also share ways to make the holiday
shopping experience as simple and fun as possible
without all the stress. Dayna Isom Johnson is a judge
on the NBC-TV show ‘Making It,’ hosted by Amy Poehler
and Nick Offerman. Contact John Angelo at
john@premieretv.com
4. ==> Holiday Sanity Survival: Just Say No
Why is it so hard to say “No!” to your mother-in-law?
Or to your sister who, yet again, has usurped Christmas
Eve dinner? Why is it so hard to set boundaries with
our family members? Especially over the holidays? “It’s
easy to start feeling angry and resentful when we
continually feel we have to say yes to things we don’t
want to do.” says Jennifer Cochern, a seasoned
counselor who helps people understand what boundaries
are, how to create them and how to keep them in place…
even with that mother-in-law! (A daunting task for
sure!) Jennifer Cochern, LCPC is a counselor and the
author of “Alignment: Move from Internal Chaos to
Clarity.” She has worked with hundreds of clients
promoting personal growth and healthier relationship
skills. Contact Jennifer Cochern at (208) 817-2870;
JCochern@rtirguests.com
5. ==> Holiday Libido Busters: Better Sex and Less
Stress
Do you feel more stressed out over the holidays? Many
of us do. Studies show that having sex reduces stress
levels. But even though the increase of births 9 months
after Christmas and New Year’s Eve indicate that more
people have sex over the holidays – for some of us it’s
not that easy. “Many things affect our libidos,” says
Dr. Mylaine Riobe, “from toxins in our environments to
nutrition to hormonal or physical issues. But you CAN
increase your sex drive this holiday season and reap
the benefit of less stress too!” She’ll share simple,
easy ways to naturally increase your sex drive no
matter what the problem. Mylaine Riobe, MD has a multi-
faceted unique approach to medicine combining TCM
(Traditional Chinese Medicine) with conventional
medicine. She is the author of “The Tao of Integrative
Medicine” and host of the podcast “Awakened Wellness
with Mylaine Riobe, MD.” Contact Dr. Mylaine Riobe at
(772) 218-9936; MRiobe@rtirguests.com
6. ==> Why Did Melania Pick Red Christmas Trees?
First Lady Melania Trump has taken a lot of heat for
her fashion choices lately, but when she opted to
decorate the White House with untraditional, bare, red
Christmas trees, the backlash was quick and scathing.
Many social media users, late night talk show hosts and
style pundits likened the trees to something out of the
dystopian saga “The Handmaid’s Tale,” the bloodbath
scene from Stephen King’s “The Shining” and blood-
soaked rags. Color and style expert B.P. Greycastle
says she should have consulted with him first. “It
doesn’t work very well; the trees are too plain.” He
can also share the surprising message that Melania is
really trying to get across. A Vietnam veteran who
studied fashion under the G.I. Bill, Greycastle worked
in the fabric and fashion industries for many years,
where he discovered the dramatic impact colors have on
people’s lives. He is the author of the book “Your Name
and Colors: Key to Your Beauty, Career, Personality,
Romance and Success.” Contact him at
bpg@namecolorology.com or (510) 323-5205.
7. ==> Why You Shouldn’t Skip the Office Party
There are lots of reasons to skip the office holiday
party but business consultant Bonnie Sussman Versace
says, “An office party is an opportunity to get to know
your co-workers, peers, supervisors and direct reports
on another, more social level. And even though you may
not feel like going, it could also afford you a chance
to demonstrate your leadership skills by being a
connector.” She says, “Make sure you introduce yourself
to those co-workers you don’t know, and other co-
workers who have not yet met each other – especially
new employees.” Bonnie is the author of “Recipes for
Thoughtful Leadership and Healthy Culture.” She is the
author of numerous articles for Business Weekly, the
Reading Eagle, and Lehigh Business Journal. Contact her
at (484) 648-8739; BSussman@rtirguests.com
8. ==> Have Yourself a Sustainable Little Christmas
The holidays are a time of gift giving, non-stop
parties, eating, drinking and huge amounts of rubbish!
“Americans create 250 million tons of trash each year,”
says author Yasmin Davar. “This increases dramatically
during the holidays.” There are ways that you can enjoy
the holidays, without being an environmental Grinch.
Yasmin can provide a vast array of easy tips about how
to generate less waste during the season, along with
environmentally-friendly ways to dispose of your
Christmas tree, and why it’s so important to shop
local. “Avoid buying from countries where people are
paid slave wages,” she advises. “Know which retailers
have done the right thing in terms of sources.” Yasmin
is an environmental engineer who holds a Master of
International Studies degree in Peace and Conflict
Resolution and is the author of the book “Our Peaceful
Planet: Healing Ourselves and the World for a
Sustainable Future.” Contact her at Yasmin at
YDavar@rtirguests.com
9. == > The Empty Chair at the Holiday Table
Christmas is one of the most sensual holidays of the
year, with the smells of pine leaves and mistletoe, the
sounds of laughter, hugs, and kisses from those we
love, and delightful decorations painting the
neighborhood with twinkling colored lights. Diann Pass
reminds us that there will be many families who are
missing someone at the family table or Christmas
morning for the first time. One of the most difficult
parts of grief is facing those first holidays. How can
you make those days survivable, and even joyful? Diann,
a chaplain and grief coach, will share ideas to make
the holidays sweet and memorable – again. Reach Diann
at (432) 352-2848; diannpass@yahoo.com
10. ==> Avoid Holiday Weight Gain AND the Flu!
Imagine if you didn’t have to worry about gaining
weight during the holidays or getting the flu and that
there was one simple thing you could do to make both of
those things happen. Well, you don’t have to imagine!
Judson Somerville, M.D., is the expert who can tell
your audience about the readily available and
inexpensive vitamin they can take that not only will
protect them from the flu germs of everyone they
encounter but also increase their metabolism and block
the absorption of excess fats. Dr. Somerville is an
experienced and passionate talk-show guest who packs a
twofer punch. He is the author of “The Optimal Dose:
Restore Your Health with the Power of Vitamin D3.”
Contact him at (956) 286-0766;
somervillejudson@netscape.net
11. ==> Was ‘41’ Responsible for Kicking off Political
Incivility?
Last week, we bid a solemn and respectful goodbye to
our 41st president, George H.W. Bush. Now it is time to
begin examining his legacy—with sober eyes. Former news
anchor and reporter Nita Wiggins, a U.S. citizen
currently teaching journalism in Paris, France, will
lay out her case for why she is convinced that the
negative political discourse began on Bush’s watch with
the airing of the Willie Horton ad against then-
opponent Michael Dukakis. She’ll dispute his “kinder
and gentler” reputation and take an unsparing look at
his time as head of the CIA and vice president as well
as the Bush connection to the confirmation of Supreme
Court Judge Brett Kavanaugh. Nita spent 21 years on
live TV as a news reporter and sportscaster who
interviewed such notables as Muhammad Ali and Rosa
Parks. She is the author of an upcoming book, “Civil
Rights Baby.” Contact her at NWiggins@rtirguests.com
12. ==> Tricks of a Turnaround Artist Who Saved 150
Businesses
When a business is bleeding cash and on the verge of
bankruptcy, the owner frequently calls Ken Yager. Ken
is one of the few consultants in the world who
specialize in quickly getting troubled small businesses
back on the track. Ken, president of Newpoint Advisors
Corp., has successfully turned around 80 percent of the
companies he has been involved with in industries
ranging from autos, manufacturing, sales, finance,
insurance, law, and health care to medical devices,
home assistance, large-scale furniture, retail,
children’s products, restaurants, and agriculture.
He’ll share with you the five dumbest mistakes even
smart business owners make which eventually cause them
massive financial stress. He’ll reveal seven effective
ways to improve a company’s cash flow and other secrets
he uses to make a bad business great again. He will
also explain his own tragic business mistakes and how
they led him on this journey. Contact him at (312)
656-9750; KYager@newpointadvisors.us
13. ==> Which Profession Has the Most Workplace
Violence?
Pop quiz: Can you guess which industry accounts for 75
percent of all workplace violence? If you guessed law
enforcement or package delivery you’d be wrong. As
Sharon Bahrych will tell you, it’s the health-care
industry and, in her 30-year career as a physician
assistant, Sharon has been physically assaulted by a
hospital department administrator and a witness to
other violent behavior among her colleagues. Sharon can
address why there is so much workplace violence in
health care and its impact on patients. In addition,
she can talk about how she was able to forgive the
assailant who tried to kill her and offer tips on
moving forward after unpleasant situations occur.
Sharon trained at Baylor College of Medicine. She has a
master’s in public health from the University of Texas
School of Public Health. Contact her at (720) 669-8098;
SBahrych@rtirguests.com
14. ==> Surprising Ways You Support Human Trafficking
Anyone with an ounce of humanity and compassion is
horrified at the idea of vulnerable people being
transported to other countries to be used as forced sex
workers and laborers. But many of us don’t realize that
we are unwittingly contributing to the problem. “Each
of us, whether we know it or not, is part of the
problem, whether it’s by the clothes we wear, the food
we eat, the porn we watch,” says Raleigh Sadler, a
Christian reverend and founder and executive director
of the New York-based non-profit Let My People Go. “We
are creating a demand for the exploitation of our
neighbors.” Raleigh can share the shocking ways that
our everyday choices support the epidemic of human
trafficking, and what average, everyday people can do
to stop the horror. He is the author of the upcoming
book “Vulnerable: Rethinking Human Trafficking.”
Contact him at RSadler@rtirguests.com or (917)
341-6758.
15. ==> Common Sense Cure for Rise in Rudeness
Incivility is out of control. We are just acting ruder
and ruder. Joffre McClung says common sense and self-
love go hand in hand and clearly there are a whole lot
of Americans that do not love themselves these days.
Invite her to share five humorous—but serious—common
sense rules we need to make common again. Whether it’s
minding your own business or thinking before you speak,
Joffre will discuss simple rules to tame the current
rise in rude behavior, like keeping your voice down in
public. “No one needs to hear your phone conversation.
You are just not that interesting and no one needs to
hear you fighting or arguing. Can’t say something nice?
Then don’t say anything! Not everyone cares what you
think,” says Joffre. Joffre McClung has appeared on
numerous radio and TV programs including CBS TV-Austin
TX, Hay House Radio and The Joe Franklin Show. A former
media producer, independent filmmaker, and author,
Joffre takes the esoteric and brings it back down to
earth with a big dose of common sense. Her latest book
is “The Heart of the Matter.” Contact her at
917-994-0225 (TX); JMcClung@rtirguests.com
16. ==> This M.D. Has a Three-Pronged Cure for Opioid
Addiction
As opioid addiction has reached epidemic proportions,
most treatment programs focus merely on treating the
symptoms. But Dr. Steven M. Hall claims they are
getting it all wrong. “The magnitude of the problem is
mind-boggling, and most recovery programs don’t address
how this started in the first place,” he says. Thus, he
has devised a three-pronged treatment program with
which he has helped dozens of patients in his private
practice overcome addiction that addresses the physical
and emotional causes of addiction. “It’s true that
people’s emotions are as important as their physical
feelings,” he says. “I teach people how to be healthy
with their feelings.” Dr. Steven received his medical
degree from University of Utah School of Medicine and
has been practicing family medicine since 1985. He is
the author of “The 7 Tools of Healing: Unlock Your
Inner Wisdom and Live the Life Your Soul Desires.”
Contact him at Steven at (425) 272-9458.
17. ==> Can Cutting Sugar Increase Cancer Survival?
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 eliminating
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 ARandle@rtirguests.com or
(702) 745-8349.
18. ==> How to Get Your Teenage Son to Talk to You
When he was small, he told you every thought that
popped into his head. But now that he is a teenager, it
may be hard to get him to share anything about his
life. How can that be changed? Interview Diane Auten
for some answers for parents of teens as well as
younger children who will be teenagers one day. Auten
is not only a parent of two teenage sons but also a
speech communication professor who speaks to parents
about ways to communicate better with their offspring.
Invite her on the air to discuss what parents should be
doing early to get kids to open up later. She’ll also
explain how to get more from everyday interactions with
boys—including making the most of spending time in the
car while driving them to school or athletic practice.
As a bonus, she can also share funny stories from her
book, “The Joys of Raising Boys: The Good, the Bad, and
the Hilarious. Reach her at (805) 215-1324;
DAuten@rtirguests.com
19. ==> Homework Over the Holidays? Is it Necessary?
As we head into the holidays the battle every parent
dreads begins. Teachers assigning homework and projects
for kids to do over the holidays. Is this necessary?
Helpful? “Homework over the holidays? No!” says Lee
Jenkins, creator of The Perfect School movement. “No
matter what the objective, kids will do better and
learn more when they are allowed to come up with their
own homework assignments!” Find out how to do that when
you interview Lee, a former teacher and school
administrator who was determined to come up with a
different way to organize learning… a way to encourage
our kids so that how they learn in the classroom keeps
the joy of learning alive – “the intrinsic motivation”
that every kindergartner brings with them on the first
day of school. Contact Lee Jenkins at (484) 306-8784;
LJenkins@rtirguests.com
20. ==> Revealed: God’s Only Reason to Get Married
Most people can offer plenty of reasons for why they
tied or are about to tie the knot, everything from
wanting to forge a life with their best friend to
raising children together and sharing common values.
But according to René and Gloria Vallières, there is
just one reason to get married and that’s to have daily
sex! Married for 48 years, René and Gloria Vallières
will explain that this is God’s idea—not theirs—as they
share the joys and challenges couples experience when
they are prepared to have sex every day whenever either
partner wants it. They’ll talk about why frequent sex
is more important to a successful marriage than good
communication, friendship or even who does the
housework. Their new book, “Radical Sex: God’s
Foundation for a Healthy Marriage,” is full of
controversial ideas that make them terrific guests.
René was a pastor in The Christian and Missionary
Alliance and a teaching elder at Evangelical
Fellowships in New York and Utah. Teaching adult
classes on relationships for 35 years. Gloria has a
prayer ministry and is a freelance writer. Contact René
and Gloria at (801) 783-0928;
TheBibleSexDevotional@gmail.com