01. January Jobs Report: Is the Economy Stabilizing?
02. ICE Detention Centers Endanger Public Health
03. Longtime LA Broadcast Journalist, Hal Eisner
04. Aphrodisiac, Anyone? Love Potions for the Modern Romantic
05. How Couples Can Stay Sexy While Trying for a Baby
06. How to Have a Valentine’s Day That Doesn’t Suck
07. 6 Signs You’re Dating a Narcissist
08. The Invisible ‘Leadership Tax’ Women Pay at Work
09. The Woman Behind ‘Neighborhood Watch’ is Taking on Gangs
10. The Risks of Being a Whistleblower: Speaking Up Is Dangerous
11. Why Evangelicals Are Losing Credibility with the Next Generation
12. The Protein Myth That Keeps Americans Sick
13. Tired of Conflict? 3 Habits to Build Trust and Cut Division
14. Meet the 90-Year-Old With a Ten-Year Plan
15. Meet the Dear Abby for Dogs
1. ==> January Jobs Report: Is the Economy Stabilizing?
According to the January Jobs Report, the US added 130,000 jobs in January, beating expectations and giving hope that the economy may be stabilizing. The next indicator will be Friday’s Consumer Price Index. These two reports together will shape expectations for when the Federal Reserve might cut interest rates. As markets digest a potential shift in Federal Reserve leadership, diverging AI economics, and a dense February macro calendar, David Busch sees this as a pivotal moment for markets. Invite the chief investment officer at Trajan Wealth to discuss last week’s dramatic rebound—when the Dow crossed 50,000 for the first time, and the S&P 500 recovered roughly $1 trillion in market value—and how investors are shifting away from momentum and back toward fundamentals. David’s headline: This is a selective, fundamentals-driven market. Quality and discipline matter more than momentum. He says, “This is not a time for aggressive moves. The market is processing major shifts in AI investment, Fed leadership transition, and economic data quality. Stay diversified, focus on quality companies with strong fundamentals, and be prepared for continued volatility as this week's critical data arrives.” Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137 (office); (703) 400-1099 (cell) or Erin Bolden at (703) 980-2705
2. ==> ICE Detention Centers Endanger Public Health
Measles cases are on the rise across the country due to declining vaccination rates and now two people detained at an immigration detention center in Dilley, Texas have active infections. Epidemiologist Elizabeth Jacobs says, “This has the potential to be very serious. Those cases could explode soon.” She says ICE’s healthcare services recently changed its stated policy of providing healthcare, to “assessing alien’s fitness for travel,” and that ICE stopped paying contractors that provide medical treatment for detainees in October 2025. Jacobs adds, “This is U.S.-borne illness. Bad actors are going to focus on the idea that migrants are spreading disease. The media needs to be really alert to that narrative. Americans spread it; these migrants got measles in the U.S. This is a homegrown problem, and it’s not their fault.” Elizabeth Jacobs is professor emerita of epidemiology at the University of Arizona and a founding member of Defend Public Health. Contact her at 1elizabethtjacobs1@gmail.com
3. ==> Longtime LA Broadcast Journalist, Hal Eisner
Hal Eisner was a fixture covering Los Angeles’ news for more than 43-years, first in radio and then on TV. Along the way, he covered many of the most consequential stories of the past four decades including the trials of O.J. Simpson and Michael Jackson, as well as fires, earthquakes, and school shootings. He also interviewed hundreds of celebrities both in their homes and on red carpets. But Hal's journey was not without its trials. In 2021, while covering a story in Hollywood, he was severely injured in a crash caused by a drunk driver. Invite him to share how the incident changed him and give listeners an insider's view of the broadcast industry, revealing the intricacies of news reporting and the ethical dilemmas faced by journalists. Eisner’s new book is “An Accidental Career: My 58-Year Adventure as a Broadcast News Reporter.” Contact Harlan Boll at harlan@bhbpr.com
4. ==> Aphrodisiac, Anyone? Love Potions for the Modern Romantic
Can you find love in a bottle? Well, not quite, but aphrodisiacs have been used for thousands of years to increase libido and attraction. Do these legendary foods, spices and potions really work? And how? Many years ago, Lillian Zeltser accidentally stumbled on an old love potion recipe, which sparked her interest in aphrodisiacs and natural stimulants. Together with her husband, a medical doctor, she researched, experimented with, and hunted for them around the world for over 30 years. In the process, Lillian personally experienced hundreds of effective legendary aphrodisiacs. She’ll explain the link between food, love and sexuality, how aphrodisiacs can help you feel more attractive and increase mental clarity and focus, and ways to incorporate them into your daily life. She’ll also share all-natural recipes and tips to maintain and enjoy your sexual energy. Lillian Zeltser is the founder of Aphrodope and the author of “Aphrodisiac Adventures.” Contact her at lvez@bigpond.com or +61 419335631
5. ==> How Couples Can Stay Sexy While Trying for a Baby
For many couples, the journey to pregnancy quietly transforms intimacy into pressure, which often drains romance from the relationship. OB/GYN Dr. Marina Straszak-Suri says this “scheduled sex” mindset can actually work against conception. She explains how stress hormones disrupt fertility, why emotional disconnect can affect both partners, and the surprising ways pressure can reduce the chances of pregnancy. Drawing on more than 30 years in women’s health, Dr. Straszak-Suri offers practical, science-based strategies to help couples restore intimacy, lower stress, and support reproductive health without turning their relationship into a fertility project. A relatable and timely Valentine’s conversation for couples navigating infertility, feeling discouraged, or trying to reconnect while pursuing parenthood. Contact Dr. Marina Straszak-Suri at (613) 800-9412; msuri@rtirguests.com
6. ==> How to Have a Valentine’s Day That Doesn’t Suck
Not everyone looks forward to Valentine’s Day. For many, it brings pressure, awkward expectations, lonely moments, or memories they’d rather skip. Happiness and positive energy expert Deborah Mallow says you don’t have to love Valentine’s Day to enjoy this Saturday. In this uplifting, relatable segment, she’ll share how small mindset shifts can take the emotional weight off February 14th and replace it with something lighter, kinder, and far more real. Deborah will reveal why Valentine’s Day often magnifies self-criticism, how to stop judging your life by one calendar date, and how simple reframes can turn disappointment into self-respect and even a little joy. With warmth, humor, and practical tools, she’ll help audiences release pressure, treat themselves with compassion, and create fewer days that suck on Valentine’s Day and beyond. Deborah Mallow is the author of “6 Steps to Fewer Days That Suck.” She helps people build emotional resilience, self-compassion, and everyday happiness. Contact her at (516) 613-5359; dmallow@rtirguests.com
7. ==> 6 Signs You’re Dating a Narcissist
While anyone can spot the loud, attention-seeking narcissist, it's the charming "nice guy" covert narcissists who cause the most damage—and Dr. Valerie Sussman should know. After 20 years trapped in a narcissistic marriage, this retired pediatrician traded her stethoscope for a paintbrush and became a certified Narcissistic Abuse Specialist dedicated to helping others recognize these wolves in sheep's clothing. Sussman will reveal the "6 E's" that show your partner is a narcissist and explain why victims stay "hooked on hopium"—the dangerous hope that keeps them trapped. Drawing from her book “Love, Lies, and Narcissists in Disguise: The A-Z Guide for Survivors of Narcissistic Abuse,” she'll share how to spot the charm-to-harm cycle before it's too late. Listeners will learn the red flags they're missing, why asking "Am I the narcissist?" means you're not, and how creativity can heal emotional wounds. Ask her: What's the difference between overt and covert narcissists—and why are covert ones more dangerous? You call it "hopium"—why is hope so toxic in these relationships? What are the "6 E's" and how do they reveal a narcissist? Contact Valerie Sussman at (805) 407-5635; Vsussman@rtirguests.com
8. ==> The Invisible ‘Leadership Tax’ Women Pay at Work
For years, women were told to lean in, speak up, and push harder. Yet senior women in finance, technology, and other high-pressure fields are leaving leadership at record rates—not because they lack ambition, but because of a hidden cost few organizations recognize. Former banking executive Amanda Christian calls it the translation tax: the constant, invisible labor women perform to adjust how they speak, decide, and lead in male-dominated systems. Over time, that tax drains clarity, energy, and confidence long before performance ever declines. Christian reframes the leadership crisis leaders keep misdiagnosing and offers a research-backed alternative that helps high-achieving women lead with authority and without burning out. Ask her: Why did “lean in” backfire? What must organizations change to retain top talent? A former banking executive, Amanda Christian is a master life coach and the author of “The Skeptical Executive.” Contact her at (704) 610-1637; achristian@rtirguests.co
9. ==> The Woman Behind ‘Neighborhood Watch’ is Taking on Gangs
Stephanie Mann was abandoned in Mexico City at age 15 and survived through community connection—now this crime prevention consultant with 40 years of experience knows exactly why gangs flourish. The answer: social isolation and fear, and the result costs taxpayers $100 billion annually. Mann will reveal why traditional policing fails and how her low-cost Neighborhood Safety Expert program succeeds. She'll explain how trained community members who look like and speak the language of residents build trust where police cannot, why drug dealers often control neighborhoods through gifts and favors, and how connected neighbors eliminate the isolation that drives kids to gangs. Stephanie Mann coauthored the book “Alternative to Fear: Guidelines for Safer Neighborhoods,” which helped establish the national Neighborhood Watch program in the 1960s. She went on to write numerous crime prevention books and founded the National Safe Kids Now Network. Contact her at (925) 438-0716; smann@rtirguests.com
10. ==> The Risks of Being a Whistleblower: Speaking Up Is Dangerous
Karen Horwitz, an award-winning public school teacher and whistleblower, describes what happens when educators raise concerns inside their school districts. “Schools are often described as the foundation of democracy,” Horwitz says. “What I witnessed was how quickly that foundation cracks when people are afraid to speak.” Horwitz says the pattern she documented was consistent: teachers raised concerns internally, and instead of problems being addressed, they quietly lost their careers. After speaking publicly, she co-founded an organization to prevent teacher abuse and began hearing similar accounts from more than 2,000 educators who reported retaliation. She’ll explain how silence is enforced through fear, power imbalances, and institutional self-protection. Horwitz is the author of “A Graver Danger,” which draws directly from teacher whistleblowers to examine systemic failures. Contact Karen Horwitz at (312) 498-9074; khorwitz@rtirguests.com
11. ==> Why Evangelicals Are Losing Credibility with the Next Generation
From Gen Z’s exodus from church pews to viral TikToks calling out hypocrisy, one thing is clear: younger Americans are increasingly skeptical of evangelical Christianity. Former preacher Rick Patterson believes it’s not a loss of faith. It’s a loss of trust. Rick says that many churches have aligned themselves with power and culture wars instead of compassion and character. As a former ardent atheist who now holds master's and doctoral degrees in Christian Ministry, Rick has a rare insider-outsider perspective on how the pursuit of being “great again” has distorted the message of Jesus as well as why the next generation isn’t buying it. Rick blends theology, psychology, and real-world stories to help audiences understand why this credibility gap exists and what must change to close it. Ask him: What do younger generations find most hypocritical about today’s evangelical church? Can politics and faith ever mix without compromising the core of either? Rick’s thought-provoking new book is “The Matthew Challenge.” Contact him at (517) 300-2706; rpatterson@rtirguests.com
12. ==> The Protein Myth That Keeps Americans Sick
A heart attack at age 70 forced Dorothy Greet to rethink everything she believed about nutrition—especially protein. After she and her 80-year-old husband ditched all animal products, their results were dramatic: normalized blood pressure and cholesterol, effortless weight loss, and energy levels they hadn't felt in decades. Now at 85, Greet is credentialed in plant-based nutrition from Cornell and ready to debunk the protein myth keeping millions sick. In interviews, Greet will reveal how Americans have been misled about protein requirements and why plant foods provide all the protein needed for optimal health. Drawing from her book “Go Veg with Class,” she'll share how two lifelong carnivores reversed heart disease through dietary change alone—and why it's never too late. Listeners will learn simple swaps to "ditch dairy" and "remove meat" while discovering how this shift could eliminate up to 80% of chronic diseases. Ask her: Where do you actually get your protein on a plant-based diet? You reversed heart disease at 70—what happened to your health markers? Why don't doctors tell patients about the power of dietary change? Contact Dorothy Greet at (302) 314-6010; dgreet@rtirguests.com
13. ==> Tired of Conflict? 3 Habits to Build Trust and Cut Division
Tired of the conflict in your office, community, or even your own family? Dr. Dionne Poulton says building unity isn’t about avoiding tough topics. It’s about mastering three powerful habits: Decency, Excellence, and Integrity. Her message? You don’t need a title to be a leader. You just need a standard. From how we treat others to how we hold ourselves accountable, Dr. Dionne shows how small shifts in behavior can transform relationships, rebuild trust, and prevent conflict before it starts. According to a recent study, 76% of people say they avoid hard conversations at work and home often out of fear, frustration, or not knowing what to say. Dr. Dionne’s framework helps listeners replace avoidance with practical strategies that foster trust and real connection. Poulton is the author of “Excellence Without Exclusion.” Contact her at (404) 383-8924; dpoulton@rtirguests.com
14. ==> Meet the 90-Year-Old With a Ten-Year Plan
At 90, Jim Flaherty is ramping up, not winding down. This former ‘Mad Men’ ad exec is on a mission: reach 7.5 million depressed seniors living alone in America. His secret? A mindset that refuses to accept aging as decline. Drawing from "Loving Longevity: Make Your Next Years Your Best Years," Flaherty shares lessons from launching a country inn at 45 with zero experience, moving his kids to Buenos Aires, and caregiving his partner through dementia. Listeners will learn how to embrace aging with purpose and creativity. Ask him: You once said, "I'm 89 going on 49"—what does that mindset look like daily? What made you "crap-shoot" with your life by starting a business you knew nothing about? What did caregiving through dementia teach you that your previous 85 years didn't? Contact James B. Flaherty (914) 326-2697; jflaherty@rtirguests.com
15. ==> Meet the Dear Abby for Dogs
Author and longtime dog behaviorist Kathleen Troy answers real questions from dog owners with warmth, humor, and hard-earned experience. Dubbed the Dear Abby for dogs, Kathleen tackles everyday canine challenges while debunking one of the biggest myths of all: some dogs cannot be trained. She got her inspiration from her remarkable rescue pup, Dylan, a former “problem dog” who went on to become a certified therapy and hospice service dog. She combines practical guidance with unforgettable stories. Audiences will learn how patience, consistency, and respect can transform both dogs and their humans. Kathleen is the author of the Dylan’s Dog Squad series, as well as a book about dog training. Contact Kathleen Troy at (714) 975-9807; ktroy@rtirguests.com
