01. Great Memorial Day Show: ‘Black Hawk Down’ Legend
02. Military Historian on WWII Heroes on the Homefront
03. The Changing Religious Landscape and the 2024 Election
04. How Gen Zs Are Different from Boomers, GenXers, and Millennials
05. An Epidemic of Spouse Killing: What’s Love Got to Do With it?
06. The Grad Speech Parents Need to Hear
07. Is a College Education Still Worth It?
08. Why Are There So Few Women in U.S. Politics?
09. Journalist Shares Surprising Stories With Biggest Impact
10. How to Get Over Being Ghosted
11. How Tony Bennett and Glen Campbell Performed With Memory Loss
12. The Stigma of Infertility Within the Black Community
13. Is Satan Real?
14. This Guest Inspires Others to Never Give Up
15. Boost Your Immun-a-Tea for a Healthier Summer
1.==> Great Memorial Day Show: ‘Black Hawk Down’ Legend
As we remember those who gave their lives in service to our country this Memorial Day, consider a show with Command Sergeant Major (Ret.) Tom Satterly. Depicted in the 2001 Oscar-winning film, “Black Hawk Down,” Satterly led hundreds of critical military campaigns, including Operation Red Dawn, which led to the capture of Saddam Hussein. For 20-plus years a member of Delta Force — the most elite and secretive special operations force in the U.S. military — he was the recipient of 64 medals, including five Bronze Stars and two for Valorous Acts. But the military hero says when he finally got back home, he struggled to reclaim his life. He and his wife, Jen, have spent many years in counseling and therapy battling complex PTSD and are now not only serving veterans but first responders and others hard hit by the COVID crisis. Tom Satterly details his and other veterans’ desperate attempts to overcome PTSD, addiction and other mental health issues in his book, “All Secure: A Delta Force Operator’s Fight to Survive on the Battlefield and the Homefront.” Contact Jason Jones at jason@jonesliterary.com
2. ==> Military Historian on WWII Heroes on the Homefront
This Memorial Day, take your listeners back to WWII and hear how FDR confronted a nation antagonistic to war in Europe, skillfully won their support, and pushed the government and big business to build the secret weapons that won the war. Invite WWII historian Craig Nelson on your show and learn how corporate and government managers worked together to organize the war effort with leaders turning their factories into assembly lines churning out ships, planes, and tanks. You’ll also hear surprising revelations about Winston Churchill and incredible stories of women at war. Craig Nelson is the author of many books including his latest, “V is for Victory: Franklin Roosevelt’s American Revolution and the Triumph of World War II.” Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137; (703) 400-1099 (cell) or Erin Bolden at (703) 980-2705
3. ==> The Changing Religious Landscape and the 2024 Election
One of the most significant shifts in American politics and religion just took place over the past decade and it barely got any notice: the share of Americans who associate with religion dropped by 11 points. Ryan Burge says the impact of that will ripple across the political landscape at every level and especially in presidential politics. Burge, research director for Faith Counts, says people are not fleeing organized religion at equal rates across the United States and points to the industrial Midwest as the region with the biggest drop in religious adherents. That bodes well for Democrats, but Burge says there are a few areas in the U.S. where religion is growing, like Miami, Florida, and some heavily Hispanic communities near the Mexican border. Burge can discuss other findings in the 2020 U.S. Religion Census, which was released late last year, and why both political parties have been slow to react to the changing religious landscape. Ryan Burge is an expert on the links between religion and society. He’s an associate professor of political science at Eastern Illinois University, regularly appears as an expert in major news outlets, and has been published in the “Washington Post,” “New York Times,” and “Wall Street Journal.” Contact Kerry Troup at (202) 679-2702; ktroup@faithcounts.com
4. ==> How Gen Zs Are Different from Boomers, GenXers, and Millennials
Does it seem that today’s kids, teens and young adults are somehow different from previous generations? They are! Jean Twenge makes the case that Gen Z (or iGen, as she calls them) is growing up in a way that is fundamentally different from previous generations. “Twelfth graders now are more like eighth-graders from previous generations, waiting longer to take part in activities associated with independence and adulthood,” she says. They are less likely to go out with friends, drive, go to prom or drink alcohol than Gen-X 12th-graders were and are more likely to lie on their beds and scroll through social media. Twenge says they may be physically safer, but the long-term effect on their mental and brain health is a big question mark. She’ll discuss their attitudes about work, what motivates them, and how they view gender and politics. Jean Twenge is a professor of psychology at San Diego State University and the author of several books including her latest, “iGen: Why Today’s Super-Connected Kids Are Growing Up Less Rebellious, More Tolerant, Less Happy – and Completely Unprepared for Adulthood – and What That Means for the Rest of Us.” Contact her at twenge@sdsu.edu; jeantwenge@gmail.com or atriapublicity@simonschuster.com
5.==> An Epidemic of Spouse Killing: What’s Love Got to Do With it?
There seems to be no shortage of news stories recently about spouses accused of killing one another. Recent headlines include a dentist charged with putting cyanide and arsenic in his wife’s workout shakes and a woman who wrote a children’s book about grief after her husband’s sudden death who is now accused of giving him a fatal dose of fentanyl. David J. Glass is all too familiar with the states of mind of those who murder their spouses or family members. A certified family law specialist who also holds a Ph.D., in psychology, Glass can address today’s “Family Annihilation” crisis. Ask him: What motivates people to kill their spouses? Is it simply jealousy? A misconception about love? Is there a particular “profile” of a spouse-killer or family annihilator? Are there red flags or signals that your spouse may kill you? Glass calls this proliferation of killings a societal epidemic and can bring clarity as to why, and, as a society, what we can do to prevent it. David J. Glass is the host of The HourGlass podcast and managing partner at EPGLawyers. Contact Cherie Kerr at (714) 550-9900; (714) 271-2140 or cherie@kerrpr-execuprov.com
6. == > The Grad Speech Parents Need to Hear
Whether your kid is heading to college, starting a job, taking a gap year or whatever else awaits in the next phase of life, this is a big moment —for them — and YOU! “No matter what kind of parent you’ve been —attached, detached, tiger mom, baseball dad — the dynamic between you and your child changes now, forever,” says Mary Laura Philpott. When she was left with an unexpected hole In her life when her son went off to college, Philpott was surprised at her reaction. She’ll share the lessons she learned from the experience, why she’ll do things differently when her daughter leaves the nest, and what soon-to-be empty nesters can do now to ease their transition. She’ll explain what a “planned breather” is and why you should plan one now to begin immediately after your teen departs. Mary Laura Philpott’s books include “I Miss You When I Blink” and “Bomb Shelter: Love, Time, and Other Explosives.” Her writing has been featured in the “New York Times,” “Washington Post,” and “The Atlantic,” among many other publications. She is a cohost of “A Word on Words” on Nashville Public Television. Contact Falon Kirby at falon.kirby@simonandschuster.com
7. ==> Is a College Education Still Worth It?
The average tuition per year at a four-year college is more than $25,000, with in-state students or their parents spending upwards of $102,000 to get that degree. What is more, the average in-state student begins their life after graduation with $37,000 in debt. With those kinds of numbers it is incumbent on doing all one can to be sure that a college investment — in time, dollars, and effort — pays off. And that’s where the advice of author and college readiness coach Alicia J. Moore can be crucial to your audience, particularly at high school graduation time. Moore is the author of “Crushing It in College: Your 7-Step Guide to an Awesome Adventure.” Moore talks to audiences at high schools and colleges across the country about why a college education is even more important today, despite the costs, when it comes to future employment prospects, and developing self-confidence and critical thinking. Contact Alicia J. Moore at (408) 569-1267; aliciajmoore@comcast.net
8. ==> Why Are There So Few Women in U.S. Politics?
More than a century after women gained the right to vote, the U.S. still compares poorly to most other countries in terms of gender equality in politics — including to our nearest neighbors, Canada and Mexico. Debbie Peterson will discuss five reasons we need to elect more women beyond merely for purposes of equal representation. She’ll talk about why women are more likely to reach across the aisle to get things done, are better at fast-tracking the implementation of new ideas and more. Peterson is the former mayor of Grover Beach, Calif., and the host of the podcast The Corruption Chronicles. Peterson’s Integrity 101 book series includes “The Happiest Corruption: Sleaze, Lies & Suicide in a California Beach Town,” and the newly released “City Council 101: Insider’s Guide for New Councilmembers.” Ask her: What do studies show about female leaders in terms of happiness, crime figures, and government? How does the U.S. fare in relation to other countries? Contact Debbie Peterson at (805) 550-4490; DebbiePeterson805@gmail.com
9. ==> Journalist Shares Surprising Stories With Biggest Impact
One of America’s top investigative journalists, Michael Bowker has been up close and personal with celebrities, presidents, and even serial killers. However, the most incredible events he’s covered have been ordinary people doing extraordinary things — and those stories transform the world more than the juiciest celebrity gossip. Meet everyday heroes whose “small” acts have resulted in ripple effects that make the world a better place, such as the man who saved a million lives . . . so far. Show your audience how they can truly change the world when you interview this seasoned media guest who’s been featured by “Good Morning America,” “Reader’s Digest,” and many more. Ask him: What’s the biggest ripple effect you’ve seen from a non-famous person’s actions? Which two stories led to death threats against you? What happened after you ran a story about a convicted criminal who saved an autistic child from a burning house? Contact Michael Bowker at (530) 296-6301; mbowker@rtirguests.com
10. ==> How to Get Over Being Ghosted
Relationships are important. So whether it is a lover, former love, date, friend, parent, or sibling, no one likes being ghosted — having their texts, phone calls, and emails ignored leaves them in limbo and feeling minimized. Some research indicates that as many as 23% of us have been ignored by people we care about. Marcia Chang Vogl, a pastor and mentor in “spiritual maturity,” says we can’t prevent people from ghosting us but we can control how we react when it happens. Invite Marcia to explain the process she recommends people go through and what to say to yourself out loud that will help you move on from the most challenging relationships. Vogl has been ghosted by a relative for decades and is an expert on forgiveness as a powerful weapon in one’s mental health arsenal. She is the author of “The Path Forward.” Marcia Chang Vogl is an ordained minister with more than 30 years of experience in pastoral counseling, teaching and mentoring. Vogl is the director of Bethany Projects of Hidden With Christ Ministries. She is a former public school music teacher, university lecturer, and mortgage industry professional. Contact Marcia at (714) 454-7194; marciavogl@gmail.com
11. ==> How Tony Bennett and Glen Campbell Performed With Memory Loss
Dementia comes with devastating effects that destroy quality of life, yet both Tony Bennett and Glen Campbell performed live tours while suffering from the condition. How did they do it, and do it so well? John Campbell can explain the healing effect of music, especially in patients with memory loss. He’ll provide tips and advice for caregivers and those with family members suffering from dementia on how to incorporate music into their routines, to tremendous positive effect. An entrepreneur and lyricist/songwriter, John is the author of “Beyond the Fading Memories: Guiding Words for Dementia Caregivers.” Contact him at (608) 975-2714; jcampbell@rtirguests.com
12. ==> The Stigma of Infertility Within the Black Community
Did you know that experts say that the infertility rate among Black women is possibly twice as high (if not higher) than that of white women? Moreover, Black women face much higher barriers to fertility services like IVF due to lack of insurance, sperm donors and underrepresentation in research trials. And as if that were not daunting enough, Frances Jones will explain that Black women are often ashamed of being infertile and unable to talk about this health issue with their friends and family. Frances is the author of “Overcoming the Emotional Stigmas of Infertility: Barren But Not Ashamed,” a book that tells the story of her over 20-year journey of never conceiving children and offers tips for couples traveling a similar journey. She is a global women empowerment speaker, an advocate, and a transformational coach who has been featured on CBS, NBC, ABC and Fox affiliates, and in the “Los Angeles Tribune,” and other media. Contact her at (901) 910-0915; fjones@rtirguests.com
13. ==> Is Satan Real?
There has been much debate, even in Christianity, about the existence of the devil, as some wonder whether it’s just a metaphor. Interview Valerie Galloway to talk about the realities of “the enemy” and how Satan infiltrates our lives and our psyches. She’ll share her personal experiences with loss due to the devil’s influence and help your audience banish evil from their lives to achieve fulfillment, joy, and purpose. A certified ICF coach with a bachelor’s degree in community health and a master’s degree in social science, Valerie is the author of “Addiction Steal, Kill & Destroy: A Spiritual Guide to Overcoming Addiction and Loss.” Contact Valerie Galloway at (917) 994-8841; vgalloway@rtirguests.com
14. ==> This Guest Inspires Others to Never Give Up
Most of us have plenty of obstacles standing in the way of happiness or success — and most of us give up too soon, settling for less than what we really want out of life. Are some issues simply too challenging to overcome? According to author and inspirational speaker Jesse Fiedor, no challenge is insurmountable! Jesse overcame a serious disability to achieve his dream of working in Hollywood. He can help your audience find the motivation to accomplish anything, no matter what stands in their way. Like Beethoven continuing to make music after he lost his hearing, you can realize any goal and live your best life. Ask him: How did you conquer your obstacles, and how can others do the same? Did you meet any celebrities during your time in Hollywood? Why do you say, “If I can do it, anyone can”? Contact Jesse Fiedor at (714) 683-2353; jfiedor@rtirguests.com
15. ==> Boost Your Immun-a-Tea for a Healthier Summer
Want to have a happy, healthy summer? As you look for ways to be healthier and ward off disease, Tilak Silva says you should pay closer attention to what you eat and drink. He’ll share the best natural way to bring about strength, energy, healthier skin and ultimately longer life. Silva is an expert in nutrition and health research and the inventor of CilanTea, which helps people of all ages find their ideal path to a healthier life. Ask him: What makes cilantro an unexpected health food? What’s the best way to take advantage of its benefits? Which commonly imbibed beverages should we watch out for, since they decrease immunity, especially in difficult times? Contact Tilak Silva at (310) 421-4680, tsilva@rtirguests.com