01. Dehumanizing Conditions Found at Immigration Centers
02. Who a Head Start Change Will Affect Most
03. Divorce Attorney on CEO Caught on Kiss Cam
04. Spot—and Stop—the Silent Thieves in Your Budget
05. Fins Up! It’s Shark Week
06. OB/GYN Warns Fertility Decline Could Cost Us All
07. Want to Heal Division? Teach Inclusion and Tackle Bias
08. Stop Self Sabotaging Your Relationships
09. Fun & Active Ways to Beat the Summer Slide
10. Why Pushing Your Kids to Win Could Break Them
11. How to Raise Safe, Street-Smart Kids in an Unpredictable World
12. Why Most Kids Hate Math and How to Fix It
13. Laugh More, Hurt Less: Revolutionary Advice for Chronic Pain
14. The Hidden Ingredient Behind Every Success Story
15. Use Past Life Memories to Help Heal Trauma
1. ==> Dehumanizing Conditions Found at Immigration Centers
According to a new report by three advocacy organizations, conditions in South Florida’s immigration detention centers during the ongoing ICE crackdown have been described as degrading and dehumanizing—violating international human-rights standards and the U.S. government’s own detention guidelines. The 92-page report by Americans for Immigrant Justice, Human Rights Watch and Sanctuary of the South, alleges widespread mistreatment of migrants, extreme overcrowding and unsanitary conditions. Medical neglect was a central theme of the findings. According to the report, “Some were shackled for prolonged periods without food, water or functioning toilets; there was extreme overcrowding in freezing holding cells where detainees were forced to sleep on cold concrete floors under constant fluorescent lighting. Many were denied access to basic hygiene and medical care.” For more information on the report, “‘You Feel Like Your Life is Over’: Abusive Practices at Three Florida Immigration Detention Centers Since January 2025,” and interviews, contact Americans for Immigrant Justice at News@aijustice.org or Sanctuary of the South at (786) 671-8133; media@sanctuaryofthesouth.com
2. ==> Who a Head Start Change Will Affect Most
The Department of Health and Human Services plans to redefine Head Start as a federal public welfare program, not a public education program, which will bar access for undocumented immigrants. The change would be at odds with the way the Supreme Court has viewed K-12 education since 1982, when it ruled that children have a right to free public education regardless of their immigration status. Ruth Friedman, a senior fellow at The Century Foundation, says the Trump Administration is using the program to attack immigrants and the education system. “Barring young children from early education hurts all our kids and creates more chaos and fear in the immigrant communities—it is unconscionable,” she says. Ruth Friedman was one of the primary staff authors of the 2007 Head Start reauthorization law and a senior advisor on the 2016 overhaul of Head Start regulations. Contact her at friedman@tcf.org
3. ==> Divorce Attorney on CEO Caught on Kiss Cam
If you're active on social media, you’re probably aware of Coldplay's 'kiss cam' controversy that exposes what appears to be an affair between Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and the company’s Chief People Officer, Kristin Cabot. Byron is no longer with company, stepping down after the incident, but divorce attorney Allyson Burger says the public canoodling could cost him his marriage and more. She’ll discuss why the incident has struck such a nerve with the public, how the video could play into a divorce proceeding, and other surprising ways people are caught in affairs. Burger is a family law attorney & partner with Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein LLP. She specializes in matrimonial and family law including high net worth cases, domestic violence, and contested custody matters. Contact Ryan McCormick at (516) 901-1103; ryan@goldmanmccormick.com
4. ==> 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
5. ==> Fins Up! It’s Shark Week
Discovery’s Shark Week 2025 is here and this year’s week-long edition dives deep with dancing sharks, chilling attacks and new underwater tech that reshape how these animals are studied and portrayed. Invite shark expert Gavin Naylor to discuss everything and anything to do with sharks, including whether it’s safe to go in the water this summer. Naylor, director for Shark Research at the University of Florida, says attacks on humans are highly unlikely and reminds scaredy cats that they’re about 200 times more likely to drown than be bitten by a shark. “If sharks were targeting humans, we'd have at least a hundred bites every day," Naylor says. Despite the low risk, Naylor says beachgoers can take precautions to minimize the chances of a shark encounter and advises against swimming alone, venturing too far offshore, swimming in areas with schooling fish, wearing jewelry and swimming near fishing activities. Contact him at (352) 273-1954; gnaylor@flmnh.ufl.edu
6. ==> OB/GYN Warns Fertility Decline Could Cost Us All
Americans have been having fewer and fewer babies since 1957, with fertility rates dropping by more than half—and as a result, the country's population is quickly growing older. In terms of reproductive rights, declining fertility rates are a sign of successful advocacy. But fertility isn’t just a personal issue—it’s a societal one. OB/GYN Dr. Marina Straszak-Suri warns that today’s falling birth rates could lead to a future workforce collapse, strained eldercare systems and widespread social impact. In an eye-opening conversation, she’ll share insights which offers a holistic, lifestyle-based approach to reproductive health. With 30+ years of clinical experience and a passion for prevention, Dr. Marina empowers women to improve their fertility, often without turning to IVF. She’ll bust common reproductive myths, decode menstrual cycle health and explain what women, couples and even policymakers need to know now. A timely and thought-provoking segment that speaks to individual hope and societal urgency. Dr. Marina Straszak-Suri is the author of “Optimize Your Fertility Naturally.” Contact her at (613) 800-9412; msuri@rtirguests.com
7. ==> 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 biase 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
8. ==> Stop Self Sabotaging Your Relationships
Ever feel like you're pushing love away—without even realizing it? Whether you're navigating the dating scene or struggling to connect with a long-time partner, you might be falling into hidden patterns of self-sabotage. Dr. Philip Agrios has spent over 30 years uncovering what he calls the “Inborn Sabotaging Trait”—a subconscious behavior that quietly undermines our relationships, happiness, and health. From ghosting and trust issues to repeated arguments or unexplained distance, he offers a revolutionary approach to repairing and revitalizing love by addressing the real root causes—not just symptoms. Dr. Agrios can explain how this biological trait develops, why it shows up most often in romantic connections and how listeners can instantly identify and neutralize it. Ask him: What’s the biggest self-sabotaging behavior people bring into their relationships? How can someone shift these patterns if they’ve been repeating them for years? Contact Dr. Philip Agrios: (848) 337-5018; Pagrios@rtirguests.com
9. ==> Fun & Active Ways to Beat the Summer Slide
Did you know kids can lose up to two months of math skills over the summer? Suzy Koontz is on a mission to stop that “summer slide”, and she’s making it active and fun! Suzy is a math educator, national speaker and creator of Math & Movement, a program that turns learning into a full-body adventure. In her lively segment, she shares simple ways to get kids off screens and on their feet. For younger learners, that means turning the driveway into a giant chalk keyboard and jumping out spelling words, or solving math problems through hopscotch-style games. With over 1 million students reached and 20+ books authored, Suzy leaves parents and teachers with easy, energizing ideas they can use right away. Book her today for a segment that’s educational and unforgettable. Contact Suzy at (607) 366-9588; skoontz@rtirguests.com
10. ==> Why Pushing Your Kids to Win Could Break Them
Many parents feel the need to ramp up the pressure at home by focusing on higher grades, tougher sports and more achievement. But LPGA Professionals Hall of Fame Member and certified mindset coach Cindy Miller says this pressure-cooker approach is doing more harm than good. After decades of working with young athletes (and watching too many walk away broken), Cindy now teaches a better way to raise resilient, self-driven kids without crushing their confidence. She’ll share how perfectionism, comparison and performance pressure backfire and what parents should focus on instead. Cindy’s take is eye-opening, practical and rooted in both personal stories and pro-level experience. Ask her: Can pushing kids to win actually make them perform worse? What’s the one thing parents should say after a tough loss or bad grade? Contact Cindy Miller at (716) 670-5341; cimiller@rtirguests.com
11. ==> 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
12. ==> Why Most Kids Hate Math and How to Fix It
If your back-to-school coverage includes frustrated parents, overwhelmed teachers, or students dreading another year of math, this guest is a must. Dr. Craig Hane (aka Dr. Del), the author of “Golden Rule Math for 21st Century Students,” 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? Contact Craig Hane at (812) 332-8179; craig@hane.com
13. ==> Laugh More, Hurt Less: Revolutionary Advice for Chronic Pain
We’ve all heard the adage, “Laughter is the best medicine.” Long-time chronic pain survivor Vita Oyler is living proof of that. When she was a young, highly athletic woman, she accidentally stepped on a rock, after which she developed reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD), a severe malfunction of the nervous and immune systems. This led to decades of excruciating pain and, ultimately, the amputation of her foot and part of her leg. But she has managed to survive, and thrive, via incorporating humor into her healing journey. “Laughter releases the body’s natural painkillers known as endorphins,” she says. “Researchers have found that humor can increase tolerance to pain.” Vita is a rehabilitation counselor and doctoral candidate at San Diego State University. She is the author of “Got Pain? Now What?” Contact Vita Oyler at (209) 255-2962; Voyler@rtirguests.com
14. ==> The Hidden Ingredient Behind Every Success Story
The common belief is that hard work, perseverance, and confidence are the keys to success. But Ariel Vox surprisingly claims that fear is the most powerful tool for attaining our loftiest goals. “When understood and embraced, fear can be a powerful mechanism for growth,” she says. Ariel, who survived severe childhood trauma, shares how to use fear to your advantage with a step-by-step empowerment framework that transforms emotional setbacks into strength and clarity, and a path to making your dreams come true. Ariel is a successful destiny coach, speaker, and author of “From Fear to Fierce: How to Turn Failure Into Success.” Contact Ariel Vox at avox@rtirguests.com
15. ==> Use Past Life Memories to Help Heal Trauma
Ever felt an instant connection—or aversion—to someone? Had a fear you couldn’t explain? Alla Kaluzhny believes the answers may lie in a life you’ve already lived. As a clairvoyant, certified oracle card reader and spiritual psychologist, Alla offers live, on-air past life readings that may help uncover the hidden roots of emotional pain, persistent habits or recurring challenges. Her insights don’t diagnose, but they often leave audiences stunned by how personal and revealing they feel. Want a truly interactive segment? Alla can give a live past-life card reading to the host or audience, explore the role of unresolved energy and health issues, phobias and complicated relationships, and share strange-but-true experiences from her past lives. Alla is also a licensed marriage and family therapist and the author of “Turning the Pages” and “Turning New Pages.” Contact Alla Kaluzhny at (213) 459-3509; akaluzhny@rtirguests.com
