01. Inside Iran: What’s Next?
02. Outside Iran: The Big Picture
03. This Journalist Spent 15 Years Tracking Jeffrey Epstein
04. Burger King’s ‘Patty” Is Really Listening
05. Courage Isn’t Born, It’s Built: The Making of a Navy SEAL
06. A Forgotten Figure in the Women’s Movement
07. Medicare Mistakes That Quietly Undermine Your Health After 65
08. Beyond Survival: The Untold Life After Cardiac Arrest
09. What You Don’t Know About Yoga Could Hurt You
10. A Provocative Roadmap for Healing a Polarized World
11. How Psychedelic Medicine Changed This Psychotherapist’s Life
12. Feeling Invisible at Midlife? Re-ignite Your ‘Inner Sparkle’ and Be Seen Again
13. When Faith Defies Fear: Miraculous Encounters with God
14. Blocked Chakras, Blocked Health: How Energy Balance Affects Your Body
15. True Story: How Resilience Can Rewrite a Story of Trauma
This past weekend, the United States and Israel launched a large-scale offensive against Iran after weeks of military buildup and threats from President Trump. In a Truth Social post, Trump said the goal of the operation is to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon and “to defend the American people by eliminating imminent threats from the Iranian regime.” As details continue to unfold, we offer two experts who can discuss the situation:
1. ==> Inside Iran: What’s Next?
Dr. Suzanne Maloney, a leading U.S. expert on Iran’s political economy and strategic behavior, says, “Iran’s leadership is navigating one of the most precarious moments in the history of the Islamic Republic. The regime is trying to contain domestic discontent while projecting strength abroad, but its margin for error is shrinking.” She can explain how Iran’s leadership calculates risk, manages internal pressures, and responds to U.S. and international actions. She’ll highlight the regime’s long term survival instincts and the structural forces shaping its decisions. Maloney is vice president and director of foreign policy at the Brookings Institution. Contact the Brookings Institution Press Office at (202) 797 6105;
press@brookings.edu
2. ==> Outside Iran: The Big Picture
Karim Sadjadpour, senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and a widely quoted analyst on Iranian society and U.S.–Iran dynamics, says, “Iran’s crisis is no longer contained within its borders. Every move Tehran makes now reverberates across the region, and the stakes for Washington and its allies are higher than at any point in decades.” Sadjadpour frames Iran’s crisis within the broader regional and global context — U.S. strategy, Israel’s posture, Gulf states’ calculations, and the long term trajectory of the Islamic Republic. He can connect the country’s internal unrest to global strategic implications and offer an outward looking analysis, including what’s could happen here in the U.S. Contact the Carnegie Endowment Communications Department at (202) 939 2372; media@ceip.org
3. ==> This Journalist Spent 15 Years Tracking Jeffrey Epstein
The Trump Administration has declared that Jeffrey Epstein was not running a sex trafficking network for powerful men. But Americans know better. Investigative journalist and activist Nick Bryant has been tracking the Epstein case since 2011, and he posted Epstein’s “Black Book” and flight logs online in 2015. Bryant doesn’t mince words, and he doesn’t hold back when naming names. “Attorney General Pam Bondi is guilty of perjury regardless of the stock market performance,” he says. Invite the director of Epstein Justice to discuss the case, the latest developments, and whether the victims will ever see real justice. Bryant’s investigative journalism has appeared in “USA Today Magazine,” “Playboy,” “Salon,” and “Vanity Fair.” He spent seven years investigating a child sex trafficking network that was covered up by state and federal authorities. Epstein Justice is a 501(c)(3) working to expose and prosecute Jeffrey Epstein’s pimps, pedophiles, and the people in power who protected them. The group is currently lobbying an Independent Congressional Commission. Bryant’s upcoming book, “Epstein Unredacted,” is the unflinching cumulation of his 15-year investigation into the Epstein case. Contact Irene Proctor at (310) 721-2336; ilene@taghollywood.com or ilenepr@sbcglobal.net
4. ==> Burger King’s ‘Patty” Is Really Listening
Burger King is rolling out an AI platform called “BK Assistant” with a voice assistant named Patty. Patty takes drive-thru orders, monitors restaurant operations, and notifies managers when equipment needs maintenance or products run low. Every U.S. Burger King will have one by the end of 2026. It all sounds reasonable until Shelly Palmer explains that Patty will also monitor conversations, analyze tone, score worker interactions and evaluate whether employees are being ‘friendly,’ “It’s clear that managers are not needed,” he says. “An AI platform that listens to every word and watches each flame-broiled moment in the restaurant will have a better understanding than a human manager. No ego, no favoritism, just an “always on” management rubric that humans must follow.” Palmer adds, “That’s not exactly having it your way.” Shelly Palmer is the professor of advanced media in residence at Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications and CEO of The Palmer Group, a consulting practice. He covers tech and business for Good Day New York, is a regular commentator on CNN and writes a popular daily business blog. To book him, contact (212) 532-3880, ext. 2; info@shellypalmer.com
5. ==> Courage Isn’t Born, It’s Built: The Making of a Navy SEAL
Jack Ratliff served aboard destroyers and with Underwater Demolition Team 11, the elite unit that laid the foundation for today’s Navy SEALs. His new memoir, “Riding the White Bull: The Making of a Navy SEAL,” outlines the relentless physical and psychological training that prepares young men to operate under fear, exhaustion, cold, uncertainty, and risk long before they face real-world missions. He’ll share a rare, insider account of how SEAL-level discipline, resilience, and judgment are forged through training, failure, fear, and responsibility. You’ll hear the realities of cold-water conditioning, exhaustion, risk tolerance, and decision-making under pressure—revealing how elite training strips away ego and forces individuals to confront who they are when comfort, certainty, and safety disappear. Ask him: Why do you say courage isn’t spontaneous? What’s more important, toughness or judgement? What about ego? Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137 (office); (703) 400-1099 (cell) or Erin Bolden at (703) 980-2705
6. ==> A Forgotten Figure in the Women’s Movement
You might be shocked by the conditions faced by women in some cultures and countries across the globe, but Elaine Rock says your grandmothers here in the U.S. faced discrimination that might surprise you. “In the 1950s and 1960s, women couldn’t open bank accounts, obtain credit cards or passports in their own names, or make major financial decisions without male approval. Stewardesses faced marriage bans, mandatory retirement at age 32, strict weight limits, and humiliating body inspections.” Just in time for Women’s History Month, Elaine Rock will share little-known facts about the Women’s Movement and the forgotten civil rights trailblazer, Barbara “Dusty” Roads, an American Airlines stewardess and flight attendant, union organizer and lobbyist to Congress. Elaine says she was the hidden figure who really ignited the Women’s Movement— before it had a name. She met and interviewed Dusty numerous times and even appeared with her in the PBS documentary “Fly With Me.” Elaine Rock is a women’s rights advocate, a former history teacher and the award-winning author of “Dusty Roads.” Contact her at (707) 293-0000; ElaineRockAuthor@gmail.com
7. ==> Medicare Mistakes That Quietly Undermine Your Health After 65
Many seniors delay care or experience unnecessary stress because their Medicare is set up incorrectly. Toni King explains how common enrollment mistakes can limit access to doctors, prescriptions, and treatments, which directly affect health outcomes. She helps audiences understand Medicare as a health decision, not just paperwork. Toni King is a nationally recognized Medicare expert, columnist, and author of “The Medicare Survival Guide.” She has helped over 25,000 Americans navigate Medicare successfully. Contact Toni King at (281) 677-3736; tking@rtirguests.com
8. ==> Beyond Survival: The Untold Life After Cardiac Arrest
On Valentine’s Day 2007, at just 27 years-old, Lynn Blake’s heart stopped. She is alive today thanks to a bystander’s CPR and local EMS, including firefighter and reality TV star Ryan Sutter. But survival is only the beginning. Invite her on your show and learn about the hidden aftermath of medical trauma: PTSD, shaken faith, and the question of why some live while others don’t. Hear how her story comes full circle through her son, named for her rescuer, and her nonprofit's life-saving work. Ask her: How did your cardiac arrest impact your life most? What two universal truths does your story reveal? What advice do you have that will save lives and souls? Lynn Blake’s memoir, “Heart of the Matter,” follows her experiences with an implanted defibrillator, spiritual reckoning, and the rebuilding of identity and purpose. Contact Lynn Blake at (970) 331-3983; Lynn@HeartHope.org
9. ==> What You Don’t Know About Yoga Could Hurt You
Some people think of yoga as a type of stretching. Others see it as a stress reliever. But Joann Lutz says that’s just the tip of the iceberg of what yoga has to offer. Invite this trauma therapist and yoga expert to reveal the deeper healing secrets of yoga. No matter what your body type or health challenges, Joann says there's a good chance that doing the right yoga practices will help you live a better life. Unfortunately, people often choose the wrong practice for them. Joann will describe which yoga practices are the best ones for each person and reveal why some popular yoga styles can make your symptoms worse. Joann Lutz has been blending yoga, somatic psychotherapy and neuroscience for more than 20 years. Her new book is “Trauma Healing in the Yoga Zone.” Contact her at jlutz@rtirguests.com; (413) 340-5056
10. ==> A Provocative Roadmap for Healing a Polarized World
Our world is dangerously out of balance and author Machiel Hoek argues that unchecked, dominant masculine energy is driving us toward collapse. He challenges: Where is the sisterhood? Where is the revolutionary feminine power we desperately need to reclaim the throne and rule for the benefit of all, not the few? Hoek can discuss the rise of true feminine power, the apocalypse we narrowly avoided, and the secret knowledge that can fundamentally change your listeners' perspective on everything. What if all of existence finally made sense? Hoek will reveal the secret of life and the true cure for global polarization. Machiel Hoek’s bestselling novel, “The Girl Who Changed the World,” is a powerful, uncompromising call for the re-installation of genuine, collective feminine leadership. Contact Kristin Andress at (217) 415-5996
11. ==> How Psychedelic Medicine Changed This Psychotherapist’s Life
Psychotherapist and author Anjalia McGoldrick traversed an unexpected path that transformed her life and work: psychedelic medicine. After surviving severe childhood trauma, abuse, and decades of conventional therapy, she reached a breaking point that traditional approaches could not heal. Her carefully guided plant medicine experience opened a profound door to insight, forgiveness, and emotional freedom she had never experienced before. She reveals how this powerful journey reshaped her understanding of trauma, inner wounds, and lasting healing. She also shares the potential healing powers of psychedelics, and how these help people who are battling mental illness. Anjalia is the author of the critically acclaimed memoir “The Child I Left Behind: A Mother's Journey to Healing and Forgiveness.” Contact Anjalia McGoldrick at (540) 616-3200; amcgoldrick@rtirguests.com
12. ==> Feeling Invisible at Midlife? Re-ignite Your ‘Inner Sparkle’ and Be Seen Again
Far too many women reach midlife feeling overlooked and unheard, quietly wondering whether it's too late for their dreams. Bobbi Wilcox proves midlife is not an ending but a meaningful turning point. Invite her to share ways women can gently reconnect with their ‘Inner Sparkle,’ remember who they are on the inside, and become hopeful for new possibilities in their lives. You’ll hear her personal story along with the inspiring journeys of other women who have moved through love and loss, healing and self-discovery, reminding listeners that no matter how old we are, our ‘Inner Sparkle’ is still shining, waiting to be seen. Ask her: Why do so many women believe it's too late for their dreams? What is "Inner Sparkle," and how do women reconnect with it? How do shared stories help women feel seen and inspired? Bobbi is a bestselling author, publisher, speaker, and creator and coauthor of “The Power of Inner Sparkle.” Contact Bobbi Wilcox at (719) 217-3260; bobbi@bobbiwilcox.com
13. ==> When Faith Defies Fear: Miraculous Encounters with God
Nancy Frecka brings a unique perspective as both a pastor and someone who has experienced extraordinary events. She shares insights about hearing God’s voice and trusting divine guidance in everyday life. Her two near-death experiences, encounters with Jesus, and the way God brought clarity and healing through moments of deep childhood trauma speak powerfully to the reality of surrendering to God’s will. When she slipped into death—twice—she never imagined what awaited her. Floating above her lifeless body, she watched nurses scramble, unable to find a pulse. Then came the divine encounter with Jesus Himself. Nancy is a speaker, pastor, and the author of “God Says, You Can Trust Me: Supernatural Encounters with God.” Contact Nancy Frecka at (330) 422-6955; nfrecka@rtirguests.com
14. ==> Blocked Chakras, Blocked Health: How Energy Balance Affects Your Body
When symptoms don’t respond to traditional approaches, Marilyn Mercado looks at energy. She explains how emotional stress and unresolved experiences can disrupt the body’s energy centers, often showing up as pain, fatigue, or recurring illness. Mercado helps audiences understand how chakra balance supports physical and emotional health and how simple awareness practices can restore flow. Her perspective offers an intriguing complement to conventional wellness conversations. Marilyn is an energy practitioner and holistic wellness expert specializing in chakra balance and mind-body healing. Contact her at (805) 332-4863; mmercado@rtirguests.com
15. ==> True Story: How Resilience Can Rewrite a Story of Trauma
Long before the current war in Gaza, Betsy Frischman Fischer was volunteering on the Israeli/Gaza border where she met Gadi Yarkoni, a humble kibbutznik with an incredible tragedy-to-triumph story. Invite her to share what inspired her to close her business and share his story with the world. Her book, “What Would Gadi Do?,” details the final hours of Israel’s Operation Protective Edge in 2014, a war that shattered Gadi’s community, splintered his family, claimed the lives of two of his friends and left him a double amputee. Betsy says that although he’d already navigated a lifetime of traumas, Gadi emerged from the tragedy with a smile and a strong desire to serve. She’ll share how his heroic journey is a powerful reminder that resilience can rewrite any story. Ask her: Why did it take so many years to write this book? What do you hope people take away from this story? Contact Betsy Frischman Fischer at BetsyDance@comcast.net
