01. Report: CIA Plotted to Assassinate WikiLeak’s Assange
02. What You Need to Know about Britney’s Conservatorship
03. Is a Metaverse Possible?
04. Whoomp! Here He Is!
05. Emmy-winning Producer: ‘The Trial of George W. Bush’
06. Opioid Dynasty: Inside the Sackler Family
07. Surprising Ways Your Money Supports Modern-Day Slavery
08. Important Show on Kids’ Sports and Concussions
09. Taking Back Health and Education for Our Kids’ Sake
10. International Expert Shares World-Class Brand Strategy
11. 60 Years Later: 1st White Graduate of All-Black College
12. Let’s Talk about Teacher Portrayals in the Media
13. Your Inner Secret Weapon for Overcoming These Challenging Times
14. How to Negotiate Anything
15. How NASA Research Can Help Fight Fires
1. ==> Report: CIA Plotted to Assassinate WikiLeak’s Assange
Yahoo! News just published the in-depth report “Kidnapping, Assassination and a London Shoot-Out: Inside the CIA’s Secret War Plans against WikiLeaks.” Journalist Kevin Gosztola has extensively covered legal proceedings against Assange and says the report confirms the CIA’s plot to destroy WikiLeaks went up to the highest levels. “CIA director Mike Pompeo was obsessed with WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange. He had the CIA label WikiLeaks as a ‘hostile entity.’ He proposed kidnapping Assange and considered putting him on a rendition flight to the United States.” Gosztola claims the Justice Department was fearful of the CIA’s plans to kidnap or even kill Assange. But rather than go to Congress or leak certain details to the press, they decided it was best to indict Assange so the CIA would no longer be able to mount aggressive operations in the shadows. Kevin Gosztola is the managing editor of the press organization Shadowproof. Contact him at kevin@shadowproof.com, @kgosztola
2. ==> What You Need to Know about Britney’s Conservatorship
After a years-long battle, Britney Spears’ conservatorship may be altered or even come to an end soon. On Wednesday, a judge will hear arguments on whether to terminate the arrangement that has largely controlled the 39-year-old singer’s life since 2008. The hearing comes just days after the release of the documentary “Controlling Britney Spears,” which contains shocking, new allegations about Britney’s treatment including bugging her home and phone. Attorney David Glass will explain the two parts of Britney’s conservatorship (financial and personal), the role her father Jamie has played, and the points each side is likely to argue in court. A family law attorney and former psychologist, Glass is a regular on-air legal analyst for “Good Morning America” and ABC’s Live News streaming platform. He’s appeared on numerous radio shows and podcasts and in publications including Yahoo! News.com, Foxnews.com, “Variety” and “People” magazine. Contact Cherie Kerr at (714) 550-9900; Cherie@kerrpr-execuprov.com or Shannon Dugger at (303) 619-3949; Shannon@Kerrpr-execuprov.com
3.==> Is a Metaverse Possible?
For decades, experts from many fields—psychologists, economists, advertising and marketing executives—failed to register the power of narrative. Scientists thought stories were frivolous. Economists were knee-deep in theory. Marketers just wanted to cut to the sales pitch. Yet stories, not reasoning, are the key to persuasion. Frank Rose offers a practical guide to “narrative thinking,” and why it matters in a world that’s defined and increasingly governed by data. He’ll explain how to see the world in a story to be told that prompts an emotional response or reaction from the audience. He says leading brands and top entertainment professionals already understand the vast potential of storytelling and can discuss the success behind brands like Dollar Shave Club, MailChimp. Warby Parker and entertainment franchises like “The Walking Dead” and “Pulp Fiction.” Ask him: Is the Metaverse a dystopian nightmare or the future that Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg predicts it will be? A former contributing editor at “Wired” and contributing writer at “Fortune,” Frank Rose now teaches global business executives as faculty director of Columbia University’s Strategic Storytelling seminar and heads the Digital Dozen awards program at Columbia’s Digital Storytelling Lab. His latest book is “The Sea We Swim In: How Stories Work in a Data-Driven World.” Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137 (office); (703) 400-1099 (cell) or johanna@jrbcomm.com or Briana Caywood at (703) 646-5188 (office)
4. ==> Whoomp! Here He Is!
DC Glenn is half of the ‘90s hip hop duo Tag Team that made the song “Whoomp! (There It Is)” and is currently featured in the popular Geico Commercial “Scoop! (There It Is).” A veteran of the music industry, DC can discuss what’s it’s like to have one of the biggest songs in recorded music and the tragedy of not being prepared for success and signing a terrible contract. He’s full of great stories, experiences and poignant advice. DC is well-versed in SEO, PR, marketing, social media, fashion photography and motivational speaking. He’s also an actor and voice artist with the People Store Agency in Atlanta. Contact DC Glenn at (470) 381-8370; dcglenn@tagteambackagain.com
5. ==> Emmy-Winning Producer: ‘The Trial of George W. Bush’
You may have seen stories about former president George W. Bush painting portraits these days but seven-time Emmy award-winning
producer/director Terry Jastrow views Bush as a criminal, not an artist. “The decision to attack Iraq,” says Jastrow, “made back in 2002 by then-President Bush, was and remains a war crime. And we, the people, cannot afford to forget that fact.” Jastrow’s new novel, “The Trial of George W. Bush,” imagines a scenario wherein President Bush is kidnapped off a golf course in Scotland and transferred to The Hague in the Netherlands to stand trial at the International Criminal Court. Invite Jastrow on your show to discuss whether his work of fiction could happen and why Americans should review the factual record of what George W. Bush said and did to cause the Iraq War. Terry Jastrow is a television producer, director, screenwriter, playwright and actor (as well as husband to Oscar-nominated actress Anne Archer, who is also available to talk alongside her husband on this topic.) Contact Anthony Pomes at (516) 535-2010, ext. 105; (631) 875-6075 (cell); sq1marketing@aol.com or apomes@squareonepublishers.com
6. ==> Opioid Dynasty: Inside the Sackler Family
A federal bankruptcy judge recently approved a sweeping, potentially $10 billion plan submitted by OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma to settle a mountain of lawsuits over its role in the opioid crisis that has killed a half-million Americans over the past two decades. Under the settlement reached with creditors including individual victims and thousands of state and local governments, the Sackler family will give up ownership of the company and contribute $4.5 billion but will be freed from any future lawsuits over opioids. The crisis crushed the reputation of the Sackler family, major philanthropists whose name was once emblazoned on the walls of museums and universities around the world. But even with the settlement, family members who have owned the company will still be worth billions. Patrick Radden Keefe says the family has used its money and influence to play the system like a harp. He is a staff writer at The New Yorker and the author of several books including the “New York Times” best-seller “Empire of Pain: The Secret History of the Sackler Dynasty.” Contact him at patrick@patrickraddenkeefe.com or @praddenkeefe or Michael Goldsmith at mgoldsmith@penguinrandomhouse.com
7. ==> Surprising Ways Your Money Supports Modern-Day Slavery
From the coffee that is harvested by Black child slaves in Africa to the clothes that are created by modern-day slave labor in India and other parts of the world, The Red Movement increases awareness about how our purchasing power is supporting companies who use slave labor and child labor every day. Attorney, activist and founder of The Red Movement Shadan Kapri says billions of people are completely in the dark about how their hard-earned money is supporting modern-day slavery and its proliferation around the world. She’ll reveal the surprising number of items in your home that are harvested or put together by slave and forced labor and why slavery is more prevalent now than in any time in history —and why #BLM isn’t talking about it. Shadan Kapri (pronounced Shadawn Capri) has been recognized nationally and internationally for her work in law and human rights. Her book is “The Red Movement: Social and Environmental Justice in the 21st Century.” Contact her at (509) 720-0278); ShadanKapri@icloud.com
8. ==> Important Show on Kids’ Sports and Concussions
School is back in session, fall sports teams are back on the field, and student athletes are once again at risk for concussions. Is it possible to have a concussion and have no idea? “Absolutely!” says Paul Wand, M.D. “Sometimes symptoms relating to the concussion don’t show up until months or years later! And about 20% of people who actually do go to the emergency room for CT or MRI scans are told they are perfectly fine … when they aren’t.” Interview Dr. Wand, a neurologist, to learn how your child, or you for that matter, could have a concussion and have no idea. Dr. Wand, who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of concussions, will explain his unique protocol that enables doctors to do both faster and easier. Paul Wand, M.D., PA, has been a medical doctor for 35 years. He’s the author of “The Concussion Cure: Three Proven Methods to Heal Your Brain.” Contact him at (954) 743-5380; PWand@rtirguests.com
9. ==> Taking Back Health and Education for Our Kids’ Sake
Our schools and classrooms are not safe for children, says Dr. Roxie, a renowned clinician, leader, and pioneer in health psychology. Masking, social distancing, contact tracing, constant handwashing and Plexiglas barriers have made children afraid of other people and their surrounding environment, she explains. “These measures have also convinced children that the world is a dangerous place, and in some cases, that they themselves are dangerous. As a result, children are experiencing fear, anxiety, depression and loneliness like never before. Mental health issues and pediatric suicides are at an all-time high, she points out. Invite Dr. Roxie on your program to hear why she believes what we are doing to children today is unacceptable and why we can’t trust the government and bureaucrats to make decisions on our children’s behalf. Ask her: What’s driving the 21st-century anxiety epidemic? What can parents do to make children feel safer? How can we separate fear from facts? Dr. Roxie trained at Harvard and the Jung Institute. She has a series of guided imagery relaxation audios for children that use music, nature sounds and her own soothing voice to teach children how to relax. Contact Dr. Roxie at (617) 755-4490; dr.roxanne@gmail.com
10. ==> International Expert Shares World-Class Brand Strategy
To grow and expand businesses — particularly in current times — requires mastering the nuances of brand diversification. What is it and how do you make the most of its potential? Raj Girn, an internationally celebrated brand authority, can provide the essential information your listeners need to level up their businesses, make the most of their skillsets, and discover what makes them happiest and where the best opportunities for expansion are. Raj has worked with executives at L’Oréal Paris, Estée Lauder, Johnnie Walker, Cîroc, Sheraton and Fairmont Hotels and people like Priyanka Chopra, Hannah Simone, Robin Sharma and Freida Pinto. A media celebrity in Canada who has been featured in “The Wall Street Journal” and “Globe and Mail,” and on FOX and CBS, Raj is a regular contributor to Entrepreneuer.com, ThriveGlobal.com and Medium.com and an internationally best-selling author whose blog attracts 500,000 unique monthly visitors. Contact Raj Girn at (647) 490-3158; Rgirn@rtirguests.com
11. ==> 60 Years Later: 1st White Graduate of All-Black College
When Fred Engh enrolled at the all-Black Maryland State College in 1961, his intention wasn’t to break any racial barriers or make any headlines. He simply wanted a better life for himself and his family as an accredited teacher. What he learned from attending the college, and becoming the first white graduate, was something he hadn’t expected. His new memoir, “Matchsticks: An Education in Black & White,” is the story of how he discovered his calling in life. Fred and his nonprofit organization, NAYS —the National Association for Youth Sports — have positively affected the lives of millions of children throughout the country for decades. From baseball to soccer to golf, his mission is to let children choose to play the sport they love — no matter where they live or how well they play. Contact Anthony Pomes at (516) 535-2010, ext. 105; (631) 875-6075 (cell); sq1marketing@aol.com or apomes@squareonepublishers.com
12. ==> Let’s Talk about Teacher Portrayals in the Media
In the Netflix mini-series “The Chair,” Sandra Oh’s character Ji-Yoon, the English chair of a prestigious university, impatiently corrects the dean’s grammar as he issues a diatribe about a charged situation. As an English professor who has been correcting grammar for 35-plus years, Mary Oves says numerous female teachers and professors have been inaccurately portrayed in the media through the decades. From TV’s “Room 222” to the movie “Teachers” with Nick Nolte and a streaking Jobeth Williams, to Cameron Diaz in “Bad Teacher,” with her feet up on the desk, to Van Halen’s “Hot for Teacher” to Sandra Oh’s character, Oves can discuss how relevant and accurate these portrayals are using her own unique brand of humor. Oves’ writing has appeared in the “New York Times,” “Philadelphia Inquirer,” the Erma Bombeck Humor website and many other publications. She teaches English at Stockton University and is the author of “The Chrysalis Collective.” Contact Mary Oves at (609) 408-8762; maryoveschrysaliscollective@gmail.com
13. ==> Your Inner Secret Weapon for Overcoming These Challenging Times
Amidst the ongoing chaos in the world, many of us are feeling more anxious and uncertain about the future than ever. Best-selling author and intuition expert Kim Chestney says that turning to your inner guidance is the best way to reclaim your personal power. “With so much confusion in the world, it is getting harder to be sure of our path forward,” she says. “But there is a part of you that can see from a higher perspective.” Kim is the author of the book “Radical Intuition: A Revolutionary Guide to Using Your Inner Power” and the founder of IntuitionLab. Contact Kim at (412) 214-9502; KChestney@rtirguests.com
14. ==> How to Negotiate Anything
Whether you’re talking to a potential boss about salary, trying to buy a new home or attempting to get your kids to pick up their dirty clothes, being a good negotiator is a skill that comes in handy in many areas of life. Business negotiation strategist Christine McKay will reveal the truth about successful negotiations, explain how to deal with difficult people, and why you should stop trying to win your negotiations. She says, “Negotiation isn’t about winning. It’s a conversation about a relationship, and you can’t ‘win’ a relationship.” Listeners will learn what toddlers can teach us about successful negotiations, how to negotiate with teenagers, and ways to get more of what you want out of every negotiation. Christine McKay holds a Harvard MBA and is the CEO/founder of Venn Negotiation. She’s the author of “Why Not Ask: A Conversation about Getting More.” Contact her at (310) 567-6169; cmckay@vennnegotiation.com or Jennifer Horspool at (949) 933.4300; Jennifer@engagementpr.com
15. ==> How NASA Research Can Help Fight Fires
What connection could NASA have to fighting the wildfires that have increasingly plagued the drought-prone world? Find out from James Moseley, who will share how NASA research — which has already given the world memory foam, Tang and Dustbusters — has also had and will continue to have a major impact on firefighting. Using material found in high-temperature fire blankets designed to ease the re-entry of the Space Shuttles, Jim’s company, Sun FireDefense, has developed technology whose widespread use could save property and lives this wildfire season. Jim will discuss: How can this new technology protect homes? Why are the western U.S. and Canada so prone to damaging wildfires? How can new technologies protect wildlife, the environment and communities in wildfire areas? Contact James Moseley at (818) 486-4662; jmoseley@rtirguests.com