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1/21/20 RTIR Newsletter: The NFL Concussion Crisis, Global Consequences of Poverty, 21st Century Meditation

January 21, 2020

01. Why Impeach Now?
02. Psychology Behind the Gun Control Battle
03. 10 Years After Citizens United: Corporations Are Not People
04. Surprise! Young Voters Are Showing Up
05. Actress Offers Valentine’s Day Advice for Broken-Hearted
06. How to Survive a Mass Shooting
07. The Dark Side of Winning a Lawsuit
08. Why More Women Are Saying No to Motherhood
09. NFL: Young Players Retire Amid Concussion Crisis
10. The Global Consequences of Africa’s Poverty
11. How to be Anxiety-Free
12. Ask this When Your Doc Orders a Test
13. What Prince Harry Can Teach You about Your Kids
14. How the Lack of Black Doctors Harms Patients
15. Eye Doc Helps Women See Intimate Relationships with Clarity
16. Imprisoned CEO’s Surprising Salvation
17. It’s National Hobby Month – Do a Show on Crazy Hobbies
18. Surprising Benefits of 21st Century Meditation
19. Why This Expert Says We Must Stop ‘Fighting’ Cancer
20. Who Was in Your Bed Last Night? Dream Analysis

1.==> Why Impeach Now?

As the impeachment trial of President Trump gets
underway take a look at the emotion and motivation
behind the specific timing: exactly at the launch of
the Democratic primary season. Myke Merrill, D. Min
says, “They had to know that the trial would occur
right now, drowning out the voices of the many
candidates all vying for attention. Conviction seems
virtually impossible from the Republican-led Senate.
But they proceeded anyway, reasonably aware of the
potential interruption to the primary process. Why?”
Dr. Myke is the author of “Why Do People Act that Way?
(And What Can I Do About It?)” He’ll explain our five
basic emotions and core motivations as he discusses why
lawmakers are doing this now and how Americans can sort
through the complexities of this massive historical
moment. The author of 22 books, Dr. Myke was a panelist
on the national television show Ask the Pastor for 18
years. Contact him at (585) 615-6383;
inquiries@drmyke.com

2. ==> Psychology Behind the Gun Control Battle

Heavily armed pro-gun protesters descended on the town
of Richmond, Virginia, yesterday for a Second Amendment
rally sparked by fears over Democrats plans to imposes
stricter gun laws in the state. Thousands of people
attended the rally in Richmond which began as an act of
retaliation for recent law changes in the state which
will tighten gun laws. Clinical forensic psychologist
Dr. John Huber can discuss why Americans are so
passionate about the Second Amendment and explain
what’s currently going on in Virginia. He’ll explain
the psychology of both sides of the gun control
argument, why he thinks yesterday’s protest remained
peaceful, and how to keep future protests from turning
violent. Dr. Huber is chairman of the non-profit
Mainstream Mental Health. He’s appeared on over three
hundred top tier radio shows and thirty national
television programs. He’s also the host of Mainstream
Mental Health Radio, heard nationwide featuring
interviews with top mental health professionals.
Contact Ryan McCormick at (516) 901-1103; (919)
377-1200.

3. ==> 10 Years After Citizens United: Corporations Are
Not People

Ten years ago this week, the Supreme Court issued a
decision in Citizens United v. F.E.C. that changed the
landscape of American elections. And Tiffany Muller
says, not for the better. “The Supreme Court’s naive
view of our electoral process has allowed money to
dictate national policy on everything from climate to
guns to drug costs. It’s given a bullhorn to wealthy
donors, who already had the loudest voices in the room.
This elite set of Americans has scored political power
on a magnitude not seen since the Gilded Age. In fact,
just 11 people gave $1 billion — or a fifth of all
donations to super PACs — from 2010 to 2018.” End
Citizen’s United is a political action committee
working to reverse the U.S. Supreme Court 2010 decision
and end unlimited and undisclosed money in politics.
Contact Adam Bozzi at (202) 798-5253;
adam@endcitizensunited.org or @awbozzi

4.==> Surprise! Young Voters Are Showing Up

Politics is in realignment. Based on recent research at
Tufts University’s Tisch College of Civic Life, young
voters, ages 18-29, played a significant role in the
2018 midterms and are poised to shape elections in 2020
and beyond. Dan Glickman of the Aspen Institute can
discuss what’s driving young voters to the polls now,
what issues they’re most interested in and why
Democrats shouldn’t take their current preference among
young voters for granted. He says, “Young voters are
suspicious of political parties and their loyalty to
either party is not particularly set. At least, not
yet.” Republicans, he says, may do particularly well to
focus on younger voters with libertarian tendencies
since young people are so dissatisfied with the current
level of political polarization the United States. The
Aspen Institute is a global nonprofit organization
committed to realizing a free, just, and equitable
society. Glickman is executive director of their
Congressional Program, a nongovernmental, nonpartisan
educational program for members of the United States
Congress. He spent 18 years in the U.S. House of
Representatives representing the 4th Congressional
District of Kansas and later served as the U.S.
Secretary of Agriculture. Contact him at (202) 736-5825
@DanRGlickman

5. ==> Actress Offers Valentine’s Day Advice for the
Broken-Hearted

Valentine’s Day is a wonderfully romantic time, but it
can be difficult if you have a broken heart. Actor
Gabrielle Stone can relate and even offer advice to
those who dread the holiday. It may sound like a
Hollywood screenplay, but Gabrielle’s real romantic
life was quite the disaster a few years ago. She was
newly married when she discovered her husband’s 6-month
affair with a 19-year old. She moved out, filed for
divorce and then weeks later became swept up in a
whirlwind romance with plans for a month-long, Italian
adventure. When he reneged two days before the trip,
Gabrielle says it became a defining moment in her life.
Her new book, “Eat, Pray, #FML,” tells the story of why
she decided to take the trip alone, how it became a
wild adventure with more bad decisions, and what she
learned about love and loving oneself in the process.
Gabrielle Stone is an actor/director and the daughter
of Dee Wallace and the late Christopher Stone. Contact
Harlan Boll at harlan@bhbpr.com

6. ==> How to Survive a Mass Shooting

Mass shootings are happening at least monthly across
the U.S.! Adults and children have needlessly died or
been seriously injured when merely working, gathering,
studying, shopping or traveling. All types of public
locations have seen such carnage: schools, offices,
department stores, community events, factories, streets
and even places of worship. So what does it take to
come out alive when a rampaging shooter strikes in such
innocent settings? Would you (and your kids) know how
to find safety, shield others or retaliate? Would you
have the patience to observe yet make immediate, timely
decisions to react? Explore the vital answers, and hear
life-saving insights, when you interview personal
protection specialist Allen Banks, CEO of Proactive
Protection Agency. He has developed Active Shooter
Prevention and Workplace Violence Prevention Training,
plus special programs for schools and other locations.
Audiences everywhere will thank you! Contact Banks
(661) 417-0786; abanks@rtirguests.com

7. ==> The Dark Side of Winning a Lawsuit

Talk about initiating a lawsuit and most people think:
Hefty settlement! Getting justice! (Or retribution.)
Healing and starting over. But legal trouble is
stressful and expensive and lawsuits can last years,
taking more out of you than you gain. So warns Francine
Tone, an attorney who’s been educating the public for
years about getting the right legal help, making wise
decisions, asking prudent questions, and proceeding
with caution as legal challenges unfold. On-air Tone
will explore stark realities about suing and being sued
and how even winning lawsuits can jeopardize one’s
business, marriage or health. Francine Tone is the
author of “What Every Good Lawyer Wants You to Know.”
Listeners will learn lawsuit myths and truths, what
winning or losing could mean, whether it’s best to
await the new year for legal activity, and even if TV
legal dramas approach real life. Contact Francine Tone,
Esq. at (531) 208-1297; FTone@rtirguests.com

8. ==> Why More Women Are Saying No to Motherhood

In 2018, the U.S. had the lowest number of births in 32
years, according to the National Center for Health
Statistics. Increasingly, women are delaying childbirth
into their late 30s or 40s. But a significant number
are deciding they simply don’t want motherhood—despite
the blowback they often receive from friends and loved
ones. Single and happily childless, Tamara Lashchyk, a
business consultant, career coach, bestselling author,
and former Wall Street executive, says despite all the
progress women have made toward equality, they still
face intense pressure to marry and raise a family. She
says, “I could literally tell my family I’d cured
cancer and the conversation would still end with, ‘But
are you dating anyone?’” Tamara is the author of “Lose
the Gum: A Survivor’s Guide for Women on Wall Street.”
Contact her at (848) 373-3543; TLashchyk@rtirguests.com

9. ==> NFL: Young Players Retire Amid Concussion Crisis

At just 28, Luke Kuechly recently announced his
decision to retire from the NFL. He’s had several
injuries over his career including three known
concussions from 2015 through 2017, one of them a Grade
3 concussion that cost him the final six games of the
season. Dr. Paul Wand can discuss the NFL’s concussion
crisis and why more athletes are leaving the game for
fear of traumatic brain injury. He’ll also explain a
protocol that he and other private practitioners have
created that can diagnosis and treat traumatic brain
injuries easier and faster, and possibly make sports
concussions a thing of the past. Paul Wand, MD, PA has
been a medical doctor for 35 years specializing in the
field of neurology. He’s the author of “The Concussion
Cure: 3 Proven Methods to Heal Your Brain.” Contact Dr.
Wand at (954) 743-5380; PWand@rtirguests.com

10. ==> The Global Consequences of Africa’s Poverty

Why is mere survival so difficult for hundreds of
millions of Africans despite the continent’s rich
resources? Are the developed nations, multinational
corporations, and outside benefactors inadvertently
contributing to Sub-Saharan Africa’s “bottom billion”
status with their generosity? How can positive change
in the region be achieved? Invite author and speaker
Dr. Sylvanus Ayeni to discuss the long-term impacts of
poverty in Sub-Saharan Africa on the rest of the world
and engage in a dialogue regarding the misguided
benevolence of outside sympathizers. Ayeni, a retired
neurosurgeon, was born and raised in Nigeria. His
latest book, “Rescue Thyself: Change in Sub-Saharan
Africa Must Come from Within,” reveals what many in the
West don’t understand about the root causes of Sub-
Saharan Africa’s plight and the steps needed to improve
the situation. Dr. Ayeni is the president of Pan Africa
Children Advocacy Watch (PACAW) Inc. Contact him at
(301) 910-1020 (MD); stoksayeni777@gmail.com

11. ==> How to be Anxiety-Free

It’s hard not to feel anxious when mass shootings,
white nationalism, a trade war with China and a
skittish stock market dominate the news. And then there
are our personal issues with loved ones and employers.
So when Sankarshan Das claims that he has not
experienced any personal anxiety in 40 years and can
teach anyone else to do the same it is worth a listen.
He’ll outline the mistakes most of us are making that
leave us panicky and the belief system we could adopt
that would not only make us happier but lead to greater
peace for mankind. Sankarshan Das is a former hippie, a
singer-songwriter who once appeared onstage between
Jefferson Airplane and the Grateful Dead. His song,
“The Peace Formula,” has been praised by Barack Obama.
Sankarshan Das circles the world twice a year singing
and speaking in promotion of global peace and spiritual
perfection. He’s the author of “Lead the World Out of
Chaos.” Contact him at (512) 835-8400;
sda@backtohome.com

12. ==> Most Important Question to Ask When Your Doc
Orders a Test

Doctors often send patients for tests and procedures
and are well-compensated for doing so. But there are
times when submitting to a test or procedure is likely
to be painful, counterproductive, or unnecessary, and
when the patient is elderly, the decision to authorize
can fall on the shoulders of adult children. Nurse
anesthetist Margaret Fitzpatrick says, “One-in-four
Medicare patients have tests that offer them little
value. In one year alone, 40% of Medicare patients have
had a test that falls into that category.” Fitzpatrick
will reveal 26 troublesome tests and offer sensible
guidance so listeners can steer clear of tests and
procedures that are unlikely to improve the quality of
their lives. Fitzpatrick has appeared on the Today
show, CNN Headline News, and many local news outlets
across the country to discuss ways to navigate the
health system. She creates individual action plans for
patients with specialized health needs. Her new book is
“Getting the Best Care: Rescue Your Loved One from the
Healthcare Conveyor Belt.” Contact Margaret Fitzpatrick
at (773) 919-9002;
Margaret@GettingTheBestCare.com

13. ==> What Prince Harry Can Teach You about Your Kids

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s desire to pull back
from their royal duties has caused stress in the royal
family and fascination among the royal watchers. As
author and former educator Peggy Sideratos will point
out, members of the royal family have nearly always
performed their obligations without public protest,
until now. Still, Sideratos says, Harry and Meghan’s
situation is not so different than one faced by
American children and their parents every day. “It’s a
process that begins even at the toddler stage, when
suddenly the child pushes the adult away and declares
that they want to do something themselves, whether they
are developmentally ready or not,” she explains.
Interview Sideratos to discover parenting lessons
hidden in the royals’ story and the universality of
raising emotionally intelligent children capable of
making their own independent decisions. Sideratos is
the author of “The Light Giver and Other Stories to
Raise Emotionally Healthy Children” and “The Light
Giver Stories Workbook.” Contact her at (917) 715-8788;
perdika1@yahoo.com

14. ==> How the Lack of Black Doctors Harms Patients

Did you know that only about 4 percent of all U.S.
physicians are black men? And that female black
physicians make up only 2 percent? The lack of black
physicians is a big problem that adversely affects the
health-care outcomes of black patients, who often
mistrust physicians who don’t look like them.
Christopher H. Hall is an ER doctor in Mississippi who
grew up in the worst project in Los Angeles and can
talk about the barriers black men must overcome to wear
a white coat. He grew up with an alcoholic mother and a
father in jail. His brother is also in jail and Chris
spent time in foster care and juvenile hall. Chris can
share what it is like to be a black doctor and even how
he ended up treating a grand wizard of the KKK. His
memoir is “Ward of the Court.” Contact him at (251)
207-7527; chall@rtirguests.com

15. ==> Eye Doc Helps Women See Intimate Relationships
with 20/20 Clarity

Some women in tempestuous toxic relationships may
continue to believe that if they just treat their
partner better everything will turn out right. Dr.
Dellia Evans knows this wishful thinking intimately,
having been married to someone who abused her
emotionally, psychologically, verbally, financially and
eventually physically, over their 20-year union. Now
happily remarried to a man who treats her with respect,
this eye doctor wants other women to focus on their
relationships so they too can experience healing and a
sense of peace by putting their abusive relationships
behind them. The author of “Heart Vision: How to See
Your Path Forward When You’re in a Dark Place” and the
companion “Heart Vision Journal” will discuss why women
stay in abusive relationships, how to get to the other
side of the fears and anxieties of a destructive
marriage and share a quiz to see if you are in a toxic
relationship. Dr. Dellia Evans is a certified laser
vision correction surgeon and optometrist. Contact her
at (844) 798-9898; visible@drdellia.com

16. ==> Imprisoned CEO’s Surprising Salvation

Before he was incarcerated for nine months in 2011,
Michael Huggins had been running a $2 billion medical
device company. A Wharton School MBA graduate, Huggins
was sentenced to a misdemeanor prison term under a
doctrine that holds executives accountable for
subordinates’ business actions. His life turned upside
down in the highly publicized case, once Huggins was in
jail he sought salvation in a practice he had taught
years before: yoga. On your show, Huggins will detail
his incredible transformative journey from inmate to
yogi, entrepreneur and mindful leader and what other
executives—and indeed anyone—can learn from his
experiences. He’ll discuss the power of choice to not
let where we are define who we are, and prison as a
metaphor for life, where we cope with circumstances
beyond our control. Post prison, Huggins formed the
nonprofit Transformation Yoga Project, which serves
more than 50,000 people impacted by trauma, substance
abuse, and incarceration through trauma-sensitive yoga.
He’s appeared on CBS, ABC, NBC, and Fox News and is the
author of “Going Om: A CEO’s Self-Discovery Behind
Bars.” Contact Michael Huggins at (484) 356-4583;
Mike@MDHuggins.com

17. ==> January is National Hobby Month – Do a Show on
Crazy Hobbies

Do you have a crazy hobby? How about Toy Voyaging? Soap
Carving? Mooing? Train Surfing? Extreme Ironing? From
around the world people have hobbies – activities they
are passionate about that help them make friends, keep
active, and stay stress-free. Interview Jennifer
Cochern, LCPC to hear why taking time in the New Year
to pick a hobby might be the best resolution you can
make – both physically and emotionally. “It’s time
people took control of their time, learn how to
entertain themselves and become lifelong learners.
Hobbies help you do all that and more!” People who have
hobbies are often healthier and happier than those who
don’t – find out why! Jennifer Cochern, LCPC is a
counselor and the author of “Alignment: Move from
Internal Chaos to Clarity.” Contact her at (208)
817-2870; JCochern@rtirguests.com

18. ==> Surprising Benefits of 21st Century Meditation

Have you joined the millions of wise people from Oprah
to Howard Stern to many of your own colleagues and
friends who meditate daily? How will this benefit you
by reducing stress and avoiding stress-related
ailments, from heart problems and headaches to
arthritis, asthma and insomnia? How does meditation
help in successfully treating addictions and anxiety,
and even preventing bad behavior? Learn more about
solving our 21st century lifestyle issues with
meditation methods that have been around for millennia
when you interview meditation expert, author and
speaker John Sambalino. The author of “Is God in That
Bottle Cap? A Search for Truth” will debunk myths about
meditation and help countless audiences (including
those with questions) improve health, career,
relationships, sports performance, strengths to handle
holiday deadlines, and more. He will even discuss how
meditation helps prison inmates. Contact John Sambalino
at (856) 245-5062; jsambalino@rtirguests.com

19. ==> Why This Expert Says We Must Stop ‘Fighting’
Cancer

When Kipp Harris discusses the myths and truths about
cancer (and its treatments) you can be assured he knows
what he’s talking about. Several times that powerful
disease has invaded his body, only to be thwarted into
remission by modern medical science and Kipp’s own
resourcefulness and attitude. Open-up phone lines so
Kipp can answer questions and share his been-there
insights, especially during the holiday season when
people may feel most challenged by cancer issues. Learn
why Kipp says it’s wise to work through — never fight
— one’s cancer of any type. So what does he recommend?
Why does he call his cancer journey “improbable joy?”
What was the first thing he did upon learning his
cancer returned? And what does he advise for patients
and their loved ones, who want to survive and thrive
afterward? Ask Kipp all that and more. He’ll even
discuss whether the prevalence of cancer means humanity
is meant to experience it. Contact him at (701)
638-4051; Kharris@rtirguests.com

20. ==> Who Was in Your Bed Last Night? Dream Analysis

Where did you go in your dreams last night? Who or what
did you encounter? And what did it all mean? For an
unforgettable show that’s sure to boost ratings and
calls, book Layne Dalfen for live on-air dream
analysis! This sought-after speaker, author and dream
analyst will fascinate your audience and explore the
most frequent dreams we have. Why do certain people —
from former sweethearts to deceased loved ones — land
in your dreams? And what does it mean if you dream
about Donald Trump? Layne will share 3 must-know myths
about nightmares and what sexy dreams really mean!
Layne Dalfen has appeared on hundreds of radio shows
and teaches dream analysis to the counseling students
at Montréal’s Concordia University. Contact Layne at
(514) 898-9150; info@haveagreatdream.com

1/16/19 RTIR Newsletter: Americans and the Impeachment, Recognizing Fraud, Everyone Needs Self Love

January 16, 2020

01. How Do Americans View Impeachment? Depends Where You Live
02. Inside New US/China Trade Deal – Phase One
03. The Problem with the War Powers Resolution
04. The Stories She Can Tell! Hollywood Icon Ruta Lee
05. Are We Living in ‘The Matrix’?
06. Royal Family Drama is Just Like Yours
07. Will You Lose Your Job to This Legal Loophole?
08. Former Clutter Queen’s Secrets for Living More with Less
09. Your Next Child Could Be Frozen in a Faraway Laboratory
10. You Don’t Know Beans about Pain (and Neither Do Most Docs)
11. Consumer Alert: Billions Lost Due to Insurance Policy Lapse
12. Is Your Boss Crossing the Line? (and How to Recognize Fraud)
13. Success Secrets of the Rich and Famous (They’ll Work for You Too)
14. Carrying a Gun for Protection — Hear This Expert
15. Teachers Are Burned-Out, Worn-Out & Ready to Get Out
16. Positive Thinking Doesn’t Always Work
17. Why Self-Love Isn’t Selfish at All
18. This Sugar Witch Helps You Overpower Your Sugar Habit
19. Keep Beds Dry Every Night
20. Does God Want Trump to Stay in Office?

1.==> How Do Americans View Impeachment? Depends Where
You Live

Impeachment hearings will get underway in the coming
weeks in Washington. So what do Americans think? Janna
Fite Herbison says, “Most Americans who aren’t inside
the D.C. beltway or don’t work in New York media are no
longer keeping up with the details of impeachment.
Those who live Oklahoma, Arizona and Alabama are
basically focused now on their 2020 budget, New Year’s
resolutions, and football playoffs. Congressional
hearings from last fall are in their rear view
mirrors.” Herbison, a former television news reporter
and press secretary, says the way Americans view the
impeachment varies greatly based on culture, geography
and/or political leanings. She adds, “To conduct an
impeachment right before the holidays because it was
urgent – then let it acquire dust in Congress for a
month – was not the best strategy for Democrats or
Speaker Pelosi. Especially with the upcoming election.
It sent the wrong signal to everyday Americans: this
isn’t about the Constitution. It’s politics as usual.”
Janna Fite Herbison is the author of “Southern in The
City: A Mason-Dixon View of Manhattan.” Contact her at
(901) 568-2080; jfherbison@gmail.com

2. ==> Inside New US/China Trade Deal – Phase One

The United States signed a partial trade agreement with
China yesterday but experts say that doesn’t mean
simmering conflicts and uncertainty over trade won’t
drag down the global economy this year. Invite trade
expert Jennifer A. Hillman to discuss what to look for
in ‘phase one’ of the deal including the issues of
technology transfer, financial services and dispute
resolution. She’ll also discuss what we won’t see in
this agreement—any provisions addressing the key
structural problems with China— or addressing the
increasing levels of Communist Party control over the
Chinese economy. Jennifer A. Hillman is a senior fellow
for trade and international political economy at the
Council on Foreign Relations (CFR), specializing in
U.S. trade policy, the law and politics of the World
Trade Organization (WTO), international organizations,
and Brexit. Contact her at (202) 509-8574;
jhillman@cfr.org

3. ==> The Problem with the War Powers Resolution

A revised version of a war powers resolution sponsored
by Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., that would require President
Donald Trump to seek congressional authorization for
further military action against Iran has enough votes
to pass the Senate. But International law professor
Francis Boyle says the resolution is riddled with so
many holes that Trump/Pompeo et al. will drive a truck
through them. He says, “Part of the reason we have
these continuous wars is that Congress has failed to
live up to its responsibilities.” Boyle advised Sen.
Patrick Moynihan and Rep. Dan Crane in the first use of
the War Powers Resolution, after Reagan placed Marines
in Lebanon. He added: “Unfortunately, a ‘compromise’
was struck and predictably led to disaster with the
Marine barracks bombing.” Francis Boyle is professor of
international law at the University of Illinois College
of Law. Contact him at fboyle@illinois.edu

4. ==> The Stories She Can Tell! Hollywood Icon Ruta
Lee

Ruta Lee “IS” Hollywood. From classic to contemporary.
This Hollywood icon and TV/movie star has too many
credits to list! Book her on your show and hear stories
of showbiz, old and new. Ask her about: Working with
remarkable leading men including Clint Eastwood and
Robin Williams; Her friendships with Rona Barrett,
Lucille Ball and Sally Field; Thalians, which she co-
founded with best-friend Debbie Reynolds to help
mentally disabled Veterans; Becoming one of the first
female game show hosts with Alex Trebek on High
Rollers; Auditioning for the role of Ginger on
Gilligan’s Island. If you need more convincing that
Ruta’s got some amazing stories to tell, consider this:
As a young starlet, Ruta made international headlines
when she convinced Khrushchev to release her 90-year-
old grandmother from the Soviet Union. Ruta Lee’s
memoirs, “Consider You’re A$$ Kissed,” will be released
later this year. Contact Harlan Boll at
harlan@bhbpr.com

5.==> Are We Living in ‘The Matrix’?

Invite renowned MIT computer scientist and Silicon
Valley video game designer Rizwan Virk on your show and
listeners will never look at the world the same again!
He’ll explore the idea that our physical reality is
part of an increasingly sophisticated video game-like
simulation and how we may actually be inside a
simulated reality like the Matrix. Virk can discuss
virtual reality and augmented reality and what’s coming
down the pipe, artificial intelligence and the
approaching singularity, and the intersection of
science and spirituality. Rizwan Virk’s latest book,
“The Simulation Hypothesis,” is based on research from
computer science, artificial intelligence, video games,
virtual reality, quantum physics, and eastern
mysticism. Contact Johanna Ramos Boyer at (703)
646-5137; (703) 400-1099 (cell); johanna@jrbcomm.com or
Erin Bolden at (703) 646-5188.

6. ==> Royal Family Drama, Just like Yours

The world is atwitter over Megxit, the royal ruckus
involving Prince Harry and Meghan. The couple made a
very public announcement, without the queen’s approval,
that they plan to split their time between Britain and
North America and step back from family duties. You
don’t need to be a prince or princess to understand the
situation, according to international communications
expert Leeza Steindorf. She says the couple simply
wants some space for their family. “Whatever their
blood lines are, or are not, whatever their cultural
histories, they are, in the end, simply a man and a
woman committed to their marriage, to championing good
causes and to raising a family in today’s crazy world.”
Having spent most of her life married to a European as
an American overseas, and the better part of two
decades straddling a professional and family life on
both sides of the Atlantic Ocean, Steindorf says one
thing is clear. “This is not a conversation about
royalty and loyalty. It is a conversation about making
healthy relationships and families work in the globally
connected world of today.” An international
communications expert specializing in peace education
in schools, Steindorf won national acclaim in Europe
for the CORE Success program that she designed after a
school shooting in Germany. Contact her at (541) 550-
0451; Leeza@CoreSuccess.com

7. ==> Will You Lose Your Job to This Legal Loophole?

Suppose you came into work and were told that you were
being replaced by a foreigner making half your salary.
And, by the way, you’ll be training your replacement
before you go. This is currently happening to stellar
employees at AT&T, Disney, Verizon and Toys ‘R’ Us, who
were tossed out of their jobs thanks to a legal
loophole that lets companies import non-U.S. citizens
to do jobs that college-educated Americans have been
trained to do. Think it couldn’t happen to you?
American jobs advocate Hilarie Gamm will explain this
threat to your audience and why everyone from recent
graduates to experienced workers could be victims. A
veteran talk show guest and co-founder of the
nonpartisan American Workers Coalition, Gamm will bust
the myth that there’s a shortage of U.S. STEM workers
and talk about legislation that could close the current
loophole that unfairly benefits some tech companies and
nationalities. Gamm can also be joined by her AWC co-
founders, Marie Larson and Barbara Birch. Hilarie Gamm
is the author of “Billions Lost: The American Tech
Crisis and The Road Map to Change.” Contact her at
(203) 571-3819; hgamm@rtirguests.com

8. ==> Former Clutter Queen’s Secrets for Living More
with Less

Can’t find your car keys? Haven’t seen the scissors in
weeks? Always losing your cell phone? As decluttering
and downsizing expert Marlena Uhrik, Ph.D., will tell
you, while we are strongly attached to them, a surplus
of possessions can also lead to chaos and wasted time
trying to find them. Marlena can talk about the peace
and calm that comes with decluttering and where to
start if you want to live with less, whether you are
staying put or moving to a smaller home. She can also
share how to make decluttering an everyday process. A
50-year educator, Realtor and Certified Home Stager,
she’s one of six authors of “Secret Sauce on
Downsizing: The Complete Guide for Living with Less and
Loving It More!” Ask her about free giveaways. Contact
her at (916) 269-0528; MUhrik@rtirguests.com

9. ==> Your Next Child Could Be Frozen in a Faraway
Laboratory!

Many couples long to expand their families and welcome
a child, yet fertility issues or other health concerns
interfere with pregnancy. Such would-be parents often
consider adoption, yet still hope to experience the
miracle of giving birth. With today’s fertility
technologies, many couples can do both! Interview Nate
Birt to learn how he and his wife welcomed their sweet
toddler, Phoebe, who started as a frozen embryo the
Birts adopted, had implanted, brought to term and
delivered. Interview Nate to explore: How do you find
available resources/experts for adopting embryos? How
does the process work? What does it take to qualify?
Does this path to parenthood change our beliefs? Is it
for everyone? Nate is the author of “Frozen, But Not
Forgotten: An Adoptive Dad’s Step-by-Step Guide to
Embryo Adoption.” Contact Nate Birt at (417) 221-9045;
Nbirt@rtirguests.com

10. ==> You Don’t Know Beans about Pain (and Neither Do
Most Docs)

If something is painful does it automatically mean it
is harmful? Is it better to fight pain or outsmart it?
What does CBT stand for? How can practicing it lessen
pain? What can you do now to avoid developing long-term
pain later? Get the answers from Trevor Campbell, M.D.,
a family physician who studied medicine at the
University of Cape Town, South Africa, before
emigrating to Canada, where he became interested in
treatments for chronic pain. He has worked in
multidisciplinary pain management and opioids reduction
programs and has served as s medical director for a
leading pain management provider in Western Canada. His
new book, hailed as a great read by Inc. Magazine, is
“The Language of Pain: Fast Forward Your Recovery to
Stop Hurting.” Contact him at (250) 217-7832;
tcampbell@rtirguests.com

11. ==> Consumer Alert: Billions Lost Due to Insurance
Policy Lapse

Imagine if you could receive CASH for that life
insurance policy you or your parents don’t need
anymore! Did you know that 70 billion dollars of life
insurance policies go to waste annually? Simply
because consumers don’t know a little-known secret
that, if you qualify, you could receive up to 75% of
your death benefits in CASH! Many professional advisors
such as attorneys and CPA’s are now becoming aware of
this and trying to help their clients avoid this waste
and turn it into cash. David Kottler, the Insurance
Doctor ™, will educate your audience and tell you what
life insurance companies don’t want you to know! David
combines his legal and business experience with a
passion for philanthropy. His book, “The Best Kept
Money Secret in Your Insurance Policy,” details
everything your audience needs to know to get that
insurance policy working for them! Contact David
Kottler at (216) 532-1221; DKottler@rtirguests.com

12. ==> Is Your Boss Crossing the Line? (and How to
Recognize Fraud)

What does it really mean to be ethical in business and
in life? Would you know fraud if you saw it? At work
or in yourself? Interview John Smith – an ordinary guy
who unwittingly got caught up in the 1980’s S&L crisis
and found out the hard way that you don’t have to
commit a crime to be convicted of one. “Most people are
unaware of what fraud actually is so it’s overlooked
and people remain unaware of illegal activity around
them. We all need to know exactly what fraud is, how it
happens, why it happens, and how to avoid it!” says
John. John Smith is an author and a professional
speaker who shares his gripping story and the
consequences of ethical and unethical behavior. His
book “Embracing the Abyss” chronicles his amazing true
story of becoming part of a fraud scandal and how he
eventually received a presidential pardon. Contact John
Smith at (214) 216-2199; JSmith@rtirguests.com

13. ==> Success Secrets of the Rich and Famous (They’ll
Work for You Too)

Bill Gates, Carrie Underwood, Warren Buffett and many
others began their journeys to success while they were
still college students but it wasn’t the courses they
took that got them to where they are today. Invite
Lindy and Tom Schneider on your show and discover the
surprising things billionaire dropouts got from college
that led to their success, the most important thing
many successful people did off-campus and the one
simple technique both George W. Bush and Bill Clinton
used to help launch them to the White House! Lindy and
Tom Schneider are co-authors of “College Secrets of
Highly Successful People: Keys to Launching a Great
Life.” The professional college advisors have more than
a dozen years of experience and have helped thousands
of college students through some of the toughest
decisions of their lives and into lucrative careers.
Tom and Lindy have appeared on major TV networks and in
major publications. Contact Lindy Schneider at (602)
562-8669; LSchneider@rtirguests.com

14. ==> Carrying a Gun for Protection — Hear This
Expert

Your neighbors, co-workers and friends are among
today’s millions of responsible gun owners. Many more
(perhaps yourself) are considering gun ownership in
this era of mass killings, home invasions and attacks
reported almost daily. Invite Chris Bird to educate
your audience about gun safety and self-defense. Ask
this sought-after expert on gun rights and personal
protection: Why are methods of observation as important
as a weapon? What steps help you survive a public
shooting? What are your insights about recent attacks
at schools, workplaces, community events and places of
worship? With more than 30 years of firearm safety
experience, Chris will share stories of people saying,
“Thank God I had a gun!” – which is one of his
bestselling book titles. Chris’ other books include
“Surviving a Mass Killer Rampage” and “The Concealed
Handgun Manual.” Contact him at (210) 686-4440;
cbird@rtirguests.com

15. ==> Teachers Are Burned-Out, Worn-Out & Ready to
Get Out

Countless teachers start out loving education yet often
land on the brink of leaving their profession. For a
topic that ultimately impacts every community, hear how
teachers can explore new goals, opportunities and
leads, and how directing their skills elsewhere
benefits everyone. Geraldine Hogan is a former
educator, attorney and judge whose latest book is
“Career Moves for Teachers and Other Professionals:
Strategies for a Successful Job Change.” Invite
Geraldine to discuss her own inspiring journey and help
listeners appreciate teachers’ challenges. She’ll
relate how educators, other professionals, and
entrepreneurs can recognize and bravely implement
exciting plans for career changes. She’ll start with “3
simple questions to ask yourself before making any
career move” and “whether salary should ever guide you”
plus how to overcome obstacles and hesitations. Invite
call-in questions! Contact Geraldine Hogan at (305)
902-3869; hogan@rtirguests.com

16. ==> Positive Thinking Doesn’t Always Work

The law of attraction became popular by promoting the
idea that positive thinking can solve all of our
problems, but does it really work that way? Invite
author Baisakhi Saha to share why too much positive
thinking may actually become more detrimental than
beneficial for us. Her forthcoming book, “Life is
Abracadabra: 21 Magical Stories from My Travels Across
the Globe That Will Make You Look at Life with New
Eyes,” reveals how to harness the magic of life. Saha
has been featured by Canal America TV New York, Prime
24 TV New York, National TV India, JUS Punjabi TV NY,
Goge Africa TV, and many other TV, radio, digital, and
print media outlets internationally. Contact her at
bsaha@rtirguests.com or Skype: Baisakhi

17. ==> Why Self-Love Isn’t Selfish at All

Bring up the topic of self-love and some people get
uncomfortable. The concept can be confusing, especially
if you equate self-love with being selfish. Personal
growth expert and author Joffre McClung sets the record
straight and shares why anyone at any age can benefit
from practicing self-love. You’ll learn three things
you can do daily to raise your sense of self-love and
how expanding your self-love ripples outward into the
world making it a much more positive, loving place.
Hear the many ways a lack of self-love can manifest and
impact our lives and get simple ways to start and end
the day with self-appreciation and gratitude. Joffre
McClung has appeared on numerous radio and TV programs.
She’s a former media producer, independent filmmaker,
and the author of “The Heart of the Matter.” Contact
Joffre McClung at (917) 994-0225 (TX);
JMcClung@rtirguests.com?

18. ==> This Sugar Witch Helps You Overpower Your Sugar
Habit

They’re calling you: Those seemingly irresistible
candies, desserts and high fructose drinks. For anyone
who wants to avoid all the harmful consequences of
sugar overwhelm from obesity to type-2 diabetes, the
Sugar Witch Marsha Allen can literally be a life-saver.
Invite her to discuss her amazing 60-day program for
living a sweet life minus the sugar addiction, and
clever strategies to embrace healthier snacks and
treats. You’ll learn how to recognize and refuse hidden
super-sweet foods of all types and how to deny and even
prevent cravings. Marsha hosts the show “Sugar Addicts”
on Crown City News TV. She is the author or “Spoiled
Rotten on a Diet: Gluten, Sugar & Dairy Free Made
Simple,” and is the spouse of a type-2 diabetic who is
reversing his disease. Contact Marsha at (727) 498-8338
or (902) 694-2901; usmarsha@gmail.com

19. ==> Keep Beds Dry Every Night

Does your child or teen do it — even once in a while?
Are older family members also prone to wetting the bed?
Find out more about this common condition that can be
treated, when you interview Jeff Lazarus, M.D. He’ll
discuss his comprehensive home video program “Keeping
the Bed Dry,” which incorporates medical hypnosis for
anyone hoping to finally awaken to a dry bed. Invite
this acclaimed physician to answer questions like: How
does hypnosis work so well to help keep beds dry? What
other advice does he offer for lifestyle and behavior?
What should parents, teachers, coaches and health
professionals know? Why do so many doctors avoid the
issue? Do adult diapers only make things worse? Can the
problem become more noticeable at different times of
year? Contact Dr. Lazarus at (216) 800-0498;
jlazarus@rtirguests.com

20. ==> Does God Want Trump to Stay in Office?

A 2019 POLITICO story contends that millions of
Americans believe God originally wanted Donald Trump as
U.S. President. But is a second term in God’s plan?
What about the impeachment drama? Interview Patric
Rutherford, Ph.D., author of “God and President Trump
Plus the Rest of Us,” who agrees that a Trump White
House was God’s permissive will. But find out why Dr.
Rutherford himself did not vote for Trump — and
whether God wants Trump to serve two terms. Originally
from Jamaica, Dr. Rutherford will explore whether many
Americans have regrets or feel like hypocrites or even
sinners because of how they voted (or will vote.) With
decades of studying politics, faith and human nature,
Dr. Rutherford will discuss: Why did many deeply
committed Christians have no qualms about electing a
seemingly godless man? What does the anti-Trump
contingent get right and wrong? Might even 4 years of
Trump be too long? Expect controversy when you book Dr.
Rutherford. Contact him at (786) 201-6638;
patricrutherford@gmail.com

1/14/20: Super Bowl and Human Trafficking, Oscar’s Female Problem, Business Insanity

January 14, 2020

01. Trump May Have Started a War He Can’t Win
02. Taiwan: China’s Disinformation Campaign Backfired
03. The Super Bowl/Human Trafficking Connection
04. Why Female Directors Are MIA at the Oscar’s… Again
05. Bigfoot and Aliens: A Real-Life Adventure Story
06. Drunk Elephants … and Other Fun Facts about Wine
07. Why ‘Safe’ Everyday Products May Be Making You Sicker
08. A Super-Healthy Diet Is Easy; This Is the Time to Get on Board!
09. Could Self-Doubt Be the Key to Your Career Success?
10. Watch Out! Your Employees Are Siphoning Profits
11. Business Insanity: Dismal Success of Corporate Change
12. Jan is National Hobby Month – Do a Show on Crazy Hobbies
13. How to Stop Attracting Losers
14. What Being a Man Means in 2020
15. Life Beyond #MeToo
16. Find Your Bliss and Set Goals in 2020
17. Reading Glasses Are Actually Harming Your Vision
18. ‘Become a Millionaire’ Advice Beyond Money Management
19. Understand Your Spouse, Kids or Coworkers Better
20. How a Psychologist Who’s Survived So Much Can Help YOU

1. ==> Trump May Have Started a War He Can’t Win

Americans are worried that recent events may lead to a
US/Iran war. Ivan Eland of the Independent Institute
says, “Historical examples of what a war with Iran
could look like are the massive Hezbollah bombing of
the U.S. Marine barracks in Beirut, Lebanon in 1983,
and Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi’s overseas terror
campaign against U.S. targets after President Ronald
Reagan picked a fight with him in 1981.” He says,
“Iran, always wily and calculating, will likely get the
best of Trump in an asymmetric war fought on its own
terms. The U.S. military is the best in world history
absolutely and relative to other armed forces of its
age. But its forte is conventional warfare against
great powers. It has proven itself much less effective
in dealing with asymmetric brushfire wars against
weaker adversaries —in places like Vietnam and
Afghanistan and Iraq after the initial more
conventional combat had seemingly ended in victory.”
Eland is director of the Independent Institute’s Center
on Peace & Liberty and the author of several books
including “War and the Rogue Presidency: Restoring the
Republic after Congressional Failure.” Contact him at
(703) 282-3484 (cell); ieland@independent.org

2. ==> Taiwan: China’s Disinformation Campaign
Backfired

This past weekend incumbent Tsai Ing-wen, of the
Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), was handily re-
elected to a second term in Taiwan’s presidential
election. Tsai won in a landslide, taking nearly 57
percent of the vote. Joshua Kurlantzick says Tsai’s
decisive victory offers several possible lessons, the
biggest of which comes from how the candidates used
China, and how China’s behavior, including its attempts
to sway the election, may actually have helped Tsai win
re-election. “Taiwan was deluged with disinformation in
the run-up to the presidential election, including a
whole series of fake Facebook posts, sketchy YouTube
videos that spread false information, and many other
dubious tactics,” says Kurlantzick. “Such strategies
seem to have backfired—badly.” Joshua Kurlantzick is
senior fellow for Southeast Asia at the Council on
Foreign Relations (CFR). He is the author, most
recently, of A Great Place to Have a War: America in
Laos and the Birth of a Military CIA. Contact him at
kurlantzick@cfr.org; (202) 285-4339

3. ==> The Super Bowl/Human Trafficking Connection

Sports fans are looking forward to Super Bowl LIV in
Miami next month, but sadly, the mega event will also
likely draw human traffickers into the city. Large
sporting events like the World Cup and the Super Bowl
can lead to increased instances of human trafficking
because of the huge influx of visitors. So, for the 8th
Super Bowl in a row, the ‘It’s a Penalty’ campaign is
rolling into Florida with a highly-visible awareness
campaign to show the public how to identify
exploitation and trafficking AND how to take action and
report these breaches of freedom. Think it doesn’t
happen here? CEO Sarah Carvalho says more than 100,000
children are sold for sex in the U.S. each year, and
most of the victims are US citizens. She’ll discuss
this year’s campaign featuring Aaron Rodgers, Nick
Foles, Ryan Tannehill, Andy Dalton, Charles Harris and
Jerome Baker in a 30-second video that will play
onboard flights headed to Miami and in the terminals of
Miami International Airport. Awareness kits will also
be handed out in Miami hotels, and Uber drivers will
display hangtags in their vehicles with hotline numbers
and other information. Contact Sarah Carvalho at
hello@itsapenalty.org; +44 (0)1372 375848

4.==> Why Female Directors Are MIA at the Oscar’s…
Again

Women may have made huge inroads this year,
particularly in
politics, but just like last year they’ve been left out
of the Best Director category for the 2020 Oscars. Bong
Joon Ho, Sam Mendes, Todd Phillips, Martin Scorsese and
Quentin Tarantino all got nods for their films while
Lulu Wang, Greta Gerwig, Marielle Heller, Lorene
Scafaria and Alma Har’el were all notably left out.
Award-winning female film director and author Kailin
Gow can discuss why there is a lack of female directors
in Hollywood and how their absence shuts out the
perspective of half the population. Founder of the OTT
channel FemaleFlix, showcasing women-interest films,
shows, activities, and news, Gow will discuss why the
number of female directors has been declining for the
past five years, how women and minorities can break
through the glass ceiling, and what it’s like to be
approached by producers with male development teams
when her own books are optioned. Kailin Gow’s 300 plus
books feature strong female characters and have sold
more than 5.5 million copies worldwide. Her movies have
won accolades at film festivals around the world.
Contact her at (617) 582-2121; KGow@rtirguests.com

5. ==> Bigfoot and Aliens: A Real-Life Adventure Story

When she was 22, Patti Houtz was paid by an archeology
society to be part of an expedition that went in search
of Bigfoot. Also in the group were a National
Geographic photographer; her boyfriend John; and a
fisherman who was the latest person to see Bigfoot in
Big Cypress Swamp in the Everglades. What occurred
during the two days they spent in the swamp was
unforgettable and, in Patti’s opinion, life-changing,
and she is only now willing to share the experience on
your show. She’ll detail what happened and what she
thinks it means, and how her boyfriend ended up being
featured on the front page of The National Enquirer.
The Bigfoot story is just one of the adventures Houtz
shares in her upcoming memoir, Solo By Choice. Contact
her at (775) 451-3191; PHoutz@rtirguests.com

6. ==> Drunk Elephants … and Other Fun Facts about
Wine

Did you know that before antibiotics were developed
wine was used for medicinal purposes for thousands of
years? As Jim Laughren, CWE, will explain, wine used to
be the go-to treatment for treating wounds and settling
stomachs. Your audience will gain a new appreciation
for wine as the bubbly Laughren shares his favorite
factoids about wine with them. He’s all about having
fun while making wine more approachable and less
snobby. You’ll learn the vital role wine played in
developing the world’s trade routes, how monkeys, wild
boars, and elephants manage to imbibe, which
celebrities own wineries or wine labels, and much more.
Jim is the author of “50 Ways to Love Wine More:
Adventures in Wine Appreciation” and “A Beer Drinker’s
Guide to Knowing and Enjoying Fine Wine.” He is the
past president of a wine importing and distribution
company and is known for his fun and irreverent wine
classes and seminars. Contact Jim at (954) 884-8539;
JLaughren@rtirguests.com

7. ==> Why ‘Safe’ Everyday Products May Be Making You
Sicker

Marcela Magda Popa, M.D., was forced to take early
retirement from her job as an internal medicine
physician when her autoimmune arthritis symptoms became
too difficult to manage. These symptoms, along with
worsening bouts of migraine headaches and repeated
breast testing abnormalities, led her to suspect and
research the effects of “generally recognized as safe”
products used in foods, cosmetics, cookware, hygiene
products and more. Dr. Popa says these generally
recognized as safe (GRAS) substances are not
necessarily safe, inert, or inactive, and our chronic
but constant exposure, even at low doses, can have an
impact on health. She’ll discuss the side effects of
inert ingredients in medicines and supplements,
substances to avoid if you get migraines or breast
tests reveal abnormalities, whether it’s possible to
live a chemical-free life, and what has helped her most
in the quest for reducing her arthritis symptoms.
Marcela Magda Popa, M.D. is a board certified Internal
Medicine physician who graduated from Carol Davilla
Medical School in Bucharest, Romania, and completed
residency training in the United States. She’s been
featured on MSN Lifestyle, SheKnows, Elite Daily,
Bustle, and in Business Insider. Contact her at (917)
750-3377; marcelampopa@gmail.com

8. ==> A Super-Healthy Diet Is Easy; This Is the Time
to Get on Board!

After a holiday season filled with cookies, candy,
butter, and rich sauces, now is the perfect time to
make the commitment to start the year off right by
eating healthy. Physician Dr. Ed Dodge reveals why
having a positive mind-set can make all the difference
to your success in maintaining a healthy eating regime.
He’ll tell your audience which wholesome foods can help
you feel full so you stay on track and share four types
of processed foods that contribute to the development
of life-threatening chronic diseases. Dr. Dodge’s
latest book, “Family: A Family Doc’s Memoir of Life in
Africa and the US,” shares his journey from his
childhood in the wilds of Africa, where he enjoyed
exotic fruits and ate antelope and buffalo, to
experiencing culture shock as a teen returning to the
US. After becoming a physician, he returned to Africa
to work, and later to volunteer. As host of Healthy
Living Radio, Dr. Dodge has interviewed groundbreaking
leaders in medicine and he’s been honored by the Johns
Hopkins University Center for a Livable Future. Contact
Dr. Ed Dodge at (484) 259-9887 (TX);
edodge@rtirguests.com

9. ==> Could Self-Doubt Be the Key to Your Career
Success?

Leaders are expected to be confident, but what can you
do if you’re in a leadership position and you lack
confidence in your abilities? Author and leadership
expert Marc Pitman says that self-doubt may actually
mean you’re on the verge of greatness. Invite him to
reveal the 3 main factors that can bring out the best
leader in you. He can also share how to overcome past
failures to achieve career success. His forthcoming
book, “The Surprising Gift of Doubt,” provides a
framework for leaders to move past feeling like a fraud
and manage teams more effectively. Ask him how to
overcome the feeling you’re “broken,” and why it can be
dangerous to follow every new leadership system or
self-help guru. Contact Marc Pitman at (317) 751-1610
(SC); mpitman@rtirguests.com

10. ==> Watch Out! Your Employees Are Siphoning Profits

Are your employees trustworthy? Or do they have sticky
fingers? They could be merely pilfering pencils or
other “won’t be missed” office supplies, but even minor
stealing affects profits and ultimately the economy.
So, who will help stop workplace crooks when they
upgrade their crimes to appropriating electronics,
clutching cash (like embezzling nuns who snatched
school funds for Vegas gambling) or cooking books for
personal gain? You, that’s who — by interviewing
profitability master Ruth King, author of “50 Ways
Employees and Vendors Steal from You” and the book
series “The Ugly Truth about Cash.” Ruth will reveal
how managers can corral crooks at the worksite. She’ll
explore myths/truths about brazen cyber stealing…
thwarting employee bandits’ stash-and-grab
techniques… recognizing temptation at the office…
steps for establishing a thief-proof workplace… and
much more. Ruth’s insights have already saved many
businesses and millions in profits. Contact her at
(770) 729-8000; rking@ontheribbon.com

11. ==> Business Insanity: Dismal Success of Corporate
Change

Albert Einstein once said, “The definition of insanity
is doing the same thing over and over again, but
expecting different results.” He might as well have
been talking about the way executives try to shepherd
change within their corporations. Deb Kirby, Ph.D.,
notes that such initiatives have a shocking failure
rate of between 50% and 75% over the past 40 years. She
says, “Forty years is an absurd amount of time to fail
over and over again, particularly when you consider the
money, time and toll such processes take on employees!”
Invite Dr. Kirby, an organizational change coach,
trainer and speaker, on your show to identify four
reasons why organizational change fails and propose a
different way to engage individuals, groups, and the
organizational collective to spark sustainable
transformational change. Deb Kirby, Ph.D., is an
organizational coach, trainer, and speaker who
concentrates on corporate culture change and leadership
excellence. Contact her at (801) 913-8276;
deb@imaginalwisdom.com

12. ==> January is National Hobby Month – Do a Show on
Crazy Hobbies

13.==> How to Stop Attracting Losers

Are you tired of always being in relationships with
people who are bad for you? Invite Arnoux Goran,
author, speaker, and the world’s #1 expert in personal
transformation, to reveal how you can stop attracting
losers. He’ll share the real reason why we’re attracted
to people who aren’t good for us and why, no matter how
often we promise ourselves we’ll choose someone better
next time, we end up with a loser again. Goran has the
solution to stop being a “loser magnet” and to break
the cycle forever so you can find your perfect match.
His upcoming book, “The Answer: How to Change Your Life
and Make Your Dreams Come True,” reveals how to release
negative emotions permanently and truly change your
life by addressing the cause of repeating patterns.
Goran has been featured on radio and television
nationwide. Contact him at (878) 203-8231 (CA);
AGoran@rtirguests.com

14. ==> What Being a Man Means in 2020

In the decade that just ended, once-powerful men such
as Roger Ailes and Harvey Weinstein toppled from their
lofty positions after the toxic way they treated women
became public. And while this may be unsettling for
some men, it is a good thing, notes Destin Gerek, an
internationally recognized expert on masculinity, male
sexuality and male empowerment. “We are living in a
time in which notions of masculinity and femininity and
the roles of men and women are being questioned and
have become more fluid than ever before. … Increasingly
powerful women have necessitated men to rethink their
own role: These radical changes have become
increasingly uncomfortable for us as men,” says Gerek.
“They have forced us to look within, reassess our own
outdated programming, and evolve our understanding of
masculinity and what it means to be a man.” Destin
Gerek is founder and CEO of The Evolved Masculine, a
pioneering coaching and training company for men, and
hosts a podcast by the same name. His new book is “The
Evolved Masculine: Be The Man the World Needs & the One
She Craves.” Contact him at (415) 341-2650;
destin@evolvedmasculine.com

15. ==> Life Beyond #MeToo

With the Harvey Weinstein trial under way in New York,
invite Christine Rose to discuss what life will be like
in a world forever changed by Weinstein’s accusers and
millions of women around the globe who spoke out
against those who harassed, discriminated against,
abused or assaulted them. Rose, a survivor of multiple
abusers and the mother of two daughters, will share her
story and those of other women and raise questions for
listeners to ponder. She brings perspective to #MeToo,
clarifying the movement, reframing the issues to inform
listeners about the context of sexual violence, and
taking an in-depth look at what society can do to
create not only a safer business landscape but “a new
normal,” free from gender-based discrimination and
violence. Rose is CEO of Christine Rose Coaching &
Consulting, a boutique coaching firm based in the
greater Seattle area. She’s the author of “Life Beyond
#MeToo: Creating a Safer World for Our Mothers,
Daughters, Sisters, and Friends.” Contact her at (425)
326-9855; CR@christinerose.coach

16. ==> Find Your Bliss and Set Goals in 2020

January is a time to start fresh and begin making your
dreams happen, but what if you don’t know how to find
the happiness you desire? Invite award-winning
screenwriter, author, TV/film producer, journalist, and
TV host Maryann Ridini Spencer to reveal why spending
quality time and building relationships with family and
friends can be the key to finding your bliss. She can
tell your audience why living the Hawaiian philosophy
of “aloha” and the Golden Rule of doing unto others
really works. Discover how to start this year off right
by setting goals to realize your dreams and live your
authentic life. She is the author of the award-winning
novel “Lady in the Window” and the soon-to-be-published
“The Paradise Table.” Her work has appeared on Hallmark
Hall of Fame (CBS-TV), the Hallmark Channel, CNN, USA,
SyFy, Showtime, PBS, and many others. Contact her at
(818) 884-0104 (CA); recprinfo@gmail.com

17. ==> Reading Glasses Are Actually Harming Your
Vision

Nathalie Fiset M.D., started using reading glasses at
the age of 41. After a few months, her vision worsened,
even when she was using the reading glasses! Then she
had an epiphany: the glasses weren’t helping her, they
were making her eyesight worse. A retired family
physician Dr. Fiset will explain how your listeners are
harming their eyesight by using contacts, reading
glasses and LASIK and share 4 secrets to normal vision
after 40. Your listeners will learn how they can get
better eyesight in just one month. Dr. Nathalie Fiset
has appeared on radio, TV, podcasts and in newspapers.
Contact her at Nathalie.fiset@gmail.com; (407)
970-7373.

18. ==> ‘Become a Millionaire’ Advice Beyond Money
Management

The super-rich and mega-successful clearly do things
differently than most. But it’s not all about making
wise financial decisions. What are the secrets to
lifelong prosperity? How could fundamental actions
Influence your daily march to millionaire status? Why
are some people so good at living wealthy? Explore such
fascinating topics with acclaimed socio-economist
Randall Bell Ph.D., CEO of Landmark Research Group LLC.
Dr. Bell can explain how future millionaires follow
four basic principles (me, we, do, and be) while
recognizing the importance of avoiding gossip,
demonstrating work ethic, expressing kindness, refusing
to fear change and being willing to handle easy
projects like making one’s bed every day! Also ask Dr.
Bell about his 45 recommended “rich habits” that can
change anyone’s life. Contact Cierra Ashdown at (949)
284-7790; RBell@rtirguests.com

19. ==> Understand Your Spouse, Kids or Coworkers
Better

Everyone has at least one person whose behavior vexes
them, leaving them to wonder: Why did they just do
that? What were they thinking? How can they be so
different than me? Get the answers at last from Stacy
Dicker, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist whose unique
approach to understanding human beings includes a
combination of psychology and astrology. Dr. Dicker,
the author of “Psychstrology: Apply the Wisdom of the
Cosmos to Gain Balance and Improve Your Relationships,”
has fresh insights that could help listeners become
closer to their spouse, kids, coworkers, boss—and
themselves. A Capricorn, she’ll present evidence that
astrology is becoming more credible and accessible. A
longtime student of astrology, she has been working
with clients for 20 years and using astrology as her
secret sauce. She has also taught courses on eating
disorders and adult psychotherapy to upper-level
psychology majors at the University of Colorado,
Boulder, for nearly ten years. Contact her at (720)
327-1732; sldicker@yahoo.com

20. ==> How a Psychologist Who’s Survived So Much Can
Help YOU

Pratibha Eastwood is a psychologist with very rich and
unusual life experiences. Invite her on your show and
hear how she traversed diverse political realities as a
child of German concentration camp refugees, witnessed
the bloody birth of the Jewish nation, survived four
wars, grew up in boarding schools and even experienced
today’s #MeToo culture. Pratibha’s insights can help
others with their own journey as she reveals what can
make anyone stronger and more resilient through
challenges: openness, curious innocence, cultural
understanding and communication, even during gender
struggles. She will also offer insights for thriving
during this difficult era of mass shootings, disturbing
scandals, border controversies and political division.
Contact Pratibha Eastwood at (808) 518–4378 (HI);
peastwood@rtirguests.com

1/9/20 RTIR Newsletter: Iran Agenda, NFL Playoffs, Wine Facts

January 9, 2020

01. Iran Agenda: US Policy and the Mideast Crisis
02. LGBTQ Advocates Blast New Fed Workplace Discrimination Guide
03. Best of the Consumer Electronics Show
04. Instagram: What to Expect in 2020
05. RE Expert: Nowhere to Run in Next Financial Crisis
06. NFL Playoffs: Neurologist Talks about Concussion Cure
07. Imprisoned CEO’s Surprising Savior
08. How to Have Better Conversations this Year
09. Why Aren’t There More Black Doctors?
10. What’s Going Wrong with America’s Health Delivery System
11. Will Artificial Intelligence Take Your Job?
12. Fascinating Facts about Wine
13. Could You Be Failing at Resting?
14. Can Anyone Learn to be Happy?
15. Astrology + Psychology = Psychstrology
16. Spirituality — The Missing Link for Wellness?
17. This Guests Says College is Over-rated for Most Kids
18. The Luckiest Families Have Super-Grandparents
19. The Fibro Lady Shares Advice
20. Heal Yourself in Record Time

1. ==> Iran Agenda: US Policy and the Mideast Crisis

Need a primer on what’s going on between the US and
Iran? Invite freelance journalist Reese Erlich on your
show. He says, “Iran’s government is a right-wing,
religious-based regime that represses its own people.
It seeks regional influence, mainly in countries with
large Shia populations such as Iraq, Lebanon, Yemen and
Bahrain, but also Syria.” But, he says, the U.S. isn’t
interested in human rights abuses. “It wants to
reestablish a pro-U.S. regime in Iran that will allow
U.S. oil companies to once again dominate the economy.
The people of the U.S. have no national interest in
protecting oil company profits.” Erlich says recent
events have shown that people in the region don’t want
to be dominated by any foreign power, whether the U.S.
or Iran. Erlich has written for CBS Radio, Australian
Broadcasting Corp., and National Public Radio. He also
contributes to Foreign Policy and VICE News and is the
author of “Iran Agenda: The Real Story of U.S. Policy
and the Middle East Crisis.” Contact him at
ReeseErlich2 at hotmail.com, @ReeseErlich

2. ==> LGBTQ Advocates Blast New Fed Workplace
Discrimination Guide

The Department of Interior appears to have quietly
removed “sexual orientation” from the agency’s 2017
ethics guide regarding workplace discrimination. Chris
Sgro of the Human Rights Campaign (HRC), says this
“latest attack” by the president and his administration
was “disappointing, but not a surprise.” Employment and
labor law attorney Joyce Smithey can explain what the
Trump Administration has done in reference to its anti-
discrimination guidelines, the definition of
discrimination in the workplace, and what you should do
if you feel you’re being discriminated against. Joyce
Smithey represents employers and employees throughout
Maryland and the District of Columbia in a diverse
range of legal matters including discrimination, wage
issues, sexual abuse and harassment and employee
defamation. Contact Mark Goldman at (516) 639.0988
(call/text) or mark@goldmanmccormick.com

3. ==> Best of the Consumer Electronics Show

Tech lovers wait all year for the Consumer Electronics
Show when the industry puts its shiny new devices on
display. The integration of the Internet into ordinary
life — everything from backyard barbecues to bathroom
sinks — is a big theme at this year’s event going on
this week in Las Vegas. ABI Research has experts at the
show to discuss the most compelling transformative
technologies and help put it all into perspective by
providing insights into how it all fits into our lives.
Experts and analysts in smart home technology,
augmented reality, gaming and more are available for
interview. ABI Research provides insight and strategic
guidance to organizations on technologies that are
reshaping industries, economies, and workforces.
Contact Deborah Petrara at (516) 624-2558;
petrara@abiresearch.com

4.==> Instagram: What to Expect in 2020

2019 was a crazy year for social media, not the least
of which was Instagram’s announcement that likes would
soon disappear. Yet, here we are in 2020; likes are
still alive in the USA, but Instagram has quietly taken
on intense new measures to ban fake likes and
followers, leaving many influencers unable to buy bot
traffic for their account any longer, and some accounts
even getting suspended or deleted from the purchase of
fake traffic. What’s really going to happen with
Instagram in 2020? Will it continue to be a marketing
platform or should influencers abandon the app? Andrew
Krynin and Daria Dmytrenko can help shed light on more
than a few secrets to help everyone involved with
Instagram influencer marketing programs, as well as
what fans of Instagram can expect to see from the app
throughout 2020. Expert technologists and marketing
pros, Andrew and Daria developed the software platform
IGnation.me, a secure collaboration space where
Influencers and aspiring influencers can grow and
monetize their Instagram accounts. Contact Jane Goey at
Jane@cmwmedia.com; (404) 954-0858.

5. ==> RE Expert: Nowhere to Run in Next Financial
Crisis

With real estate experts, economists, and even online
real estate company Zillow predicting a recession in
2020, are property owners prepared to weather the
coming storm? Invite New York real estate economist and
appraiser Adam Weber to share why he believes that in
the next financial crisis there will be nowhere to
hide. Invite him to discuss how we got here and why the
upcoming economic crisis will be much worse than the
past. As a veteran of multiple financial storms he says
lenders are currently handing out loans like crazy. His
book, “The Appraisal Review Survival Guide,” reveals
insider information on the workings of the risky
business of making real estate loans. Contact him at
(917) 664-1139 (NY); adam@weberrealestateadvisors.com

6. ==> NFL Playoffs: Neurologist Talks about Concussion
Cure

Whether it’s the NFL, college or high school, football
is under attack. All because of the high risk of
concussions and the resulting health consequences. Just
last week Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz took himself
out of the game after a brutal, head hit. But what if
there was a way to make concussions a thing of the
past? Or at least a way to diagnose and treat traumatic
brain injuries (TBI’s) more easily and quickly?
Interview Dr. Paul Wand to hear about the “Wand
Protocol” that could do all that and more. He, along
with other private practitioners, have created ways to
diagnosis and treat concussions which if put into
place, could save the NFL as well as other sports where
concussions happen on a regular basis. Paul Wand, MD,
PA has been a medical doctor for 35 years specializing
in the field of neurology. He’s the author of “The
Concussion Cure: 3 Proven Methods to Heal Your Brain.”
Contact Dr. Wand at (954) 743-5380;
PWand@rtirguests.com

7. ==> Imprisoned CEO’s Surprising Savior

8. ==> How to Have Better Conversations this Year

When’s the last time you had a decent conversation?
Today we find ourselves in an overly connected society
that ironically experiences very little real connection
between individuals. Why? “Much of this can be laid at
the doorstep of technology that reinforces our desire
for convenience (speed and availability) over true
connection – individual to individual – face to face,”
says Ivan Obolensky. Deterioration in the art of
communication can be seen not only across kitchen
tables but also on the national stage. You only have
to look as far as political debates and late-night
pundits to see how far we have fallen. Interview Ivan
to find out how to create meaningful conversations
(start by being curious and interested instead of being
interesting!) and what to avoid at all costs (don’t
commit “assumicide!”) Ivan Obolensky is the author of
“Eye of the Moon.” Contact him at (818) 495-8731;
IObolensky@rtirguests.com

9. ==> Why Aren’t There More Black Doctors?

10. ==> What’s Going Wrong with America’s Health
Delivery System

The industry of medicine, including insurance
companies, Big Pharma, and a medical corporate
structure that appears driven more by profits than
patient consideration, represent a significant problem
in our health care delivery. Doctors are growing
frustrated to the point of leaving the profession.
Nurses and ancillary teams are drowning in over-
documentation and have less time for patient care.
Invite Michael Young, M.D., to discuss our health care
delivery system gone awry. A practicing physician
(surgeon and Urology specialist) for three decades, Dr.
Young will offer his insights and explore how America’s
health delivery process is in need of repair for
everyone’s benefit. He’ll also share his personal story
and been-there experiences other doctors rarely
discuss. Dr. Michael Young is the author of “The
Illness of Medicine.” Contact William Dorich at (310)
923-2157; gmbooks@icloud.com

11. ==> Will Artificial Intelligence Take Your Job?

One out of five jobs will be lost as a result of using
artificial intelligence (AI) in the workplace. And it’s
not just cashiers and delivery drivers who are at risk
but also lawyers, writers, factory workers,
receptionists and more, notes leading AI expert Junling
Hu, Ph.D. Bring her on your show to discuss what people
can do to ensure that AI doesn’t deprive them of their
livelihood and even how to select a new job that will
be secure for the next ten years. Capable of talking
about any aspect of AI, Dr. Hu was the director of AI
at Samsung and the leader of the AI team at PayPal. She
received the National Science Foundation CAREER award
for her pioneering work in AI. She is the author of
“The Evolution of Artificial Intelligence: What You
Must Know About AI.” Contact her at (650) 906-6288;
junlinghu@gmail.com

12. ==> Fascinating Facts about Wine

13. ==> Could You Be Failing at Resting?

No doubt you’ve heard that Americans are not getting
enough sleep. But did you know that we are not getting
enough rest either? Bring Saundra Dalton-Smith, M.D.,
on-air to explain why resting is a lot more than just
laying down and doing nothing. In fact, there are seven
types of rest we need to master to be at our best.
Otherwise, we might snap at friends and loved ones,
experience too much stress, burnout, be less creative
and feel as though life was purposeless. She is the
author of “Sacred Rest: Recover Your Life, Renew Your
Energy, Restore Your Sanity.” Her advice has been
featured in Prevention and Women’s Day. Contact Dr.
Saundra at (256) 240-0564; Sdalton@rtirguests.com

14. ==> Can Anyone Learn to be Happy?

According to the 2019 UN Report on Happiness, Americans
are the least happy they have ever been for a variety
of reasons. But Jim Ryan believes—and his long career
attests—that happiness and joy are like muscles that
can be strengthened. Invite this upbeat expert on your
program to share the eight characteristics of happy
people that anyone can learn to incorporate into their
lives. He’ll also reveal how to avoid the traps we fall
into that lead to unhappiness—including worrying about
what other people think of us. Jim is the author of
“Simple Happiness, 52 Easy Ways to Lighten Up” and a
frequent media guest who gives workshops on happiness
all over the country, even prisons. Contact him at
(631) 203-8441; JRyan@rtirguests.com

15. ==> Astrology + Psychology = Psychstrology

For a fascinating show invite psychotherapist Stacy
Dicker, Ph.D., to discuss something she calls
“psychstrology,” and why she believes it can lead to a
greater understanding of humanity. On your show Dicker
will make a convincing case that astrology is more than
the fortune-telling pseudoscience people often believe
it to be. She’ll explain what astrology and psychology
have in common, how astrology can help people find more
balance, clarity, and ease, and evidence that astrology
is becoming more credible and accessible. Stacy Dicker,
Ph.D., is an author and clinical psychologist in
private practice who has been seeing psychotherapy
clients in the Denver area for the last 20 years. Her
latest book is “Psychstrology: Apply the Wisdom of the
Cosmos to Gain Balance and Improve Your Relationships.”
Contact her at (720) 327-1732; sldicker@yahoo.com

16. ==> Spirituality — The Missing Link for Wellness?

Optimum wellness is elusive for countless people during
these hectic times. Whether we’re worried about
personal/family issues, career challenges, money
limitations or difficult things we hear in the news,
our mental, emotional and even physical health suffer.
Invite popular author and medium Beth Lynch to discuss
how a deeper sense of spirituality can heal us at any
age. She says it’s exactly what’s missing in modern
life! Ask Beth: What are the true benefits of prayer
and meditation? How can spiritual teachings be the most
powerful type of medicine? Will believing in the
afterlife (and even visits from deceased loved ones)
give us strength? How can we see our dreams as
healthful spiritual messages? Why is it so important to
encourage spirituality for others, especially our
children? What about spiritual-based remedies for
anxiety, grief and all types of loss? How can one
embrace or recapture spirituality in one’s life?
Contact Beth at (484) 705-2818; BLynch@rtirguests.com

17. ==> This Guests Says College is Over-rated for Most
Kids

Nobody will dispute that college is an expensive
proposition. After finding a way to finance the
endeavor students are often tempted to cut classes, pay
someone else to take notes/tests for them, and even
farm-out writing of assigned papers. The post-college
payback is also sketchy, as evidenced by the millions
of 2019 grads yet to land a job deserving of their
expensive education. No wonder Joe Swinger, founder/CEO
of Self Mastery Leadership Academy, says attending
college is over-rated! He’ll discuss the questionable
education choices students make (and, lately, some
wealthy parents are willing to bribe, cheat and get
prison time for.) Ask Swinger about more affordable
education alternatives and entrepreneurial
opportunities for eager youth and lucrative career
paths with no college degree required. He’ll discuss
how to avoid lifestyle issues that can derail lives and
share his insights/opinions regarding the ongoing
college admission scandal and trials. Joe Swinger is
the author of “Awaken the Magic Within.” Contact him at
(385) 425-6705; JSwinger@rtirguests.com

18. ==> The Luckiest Families Have Super-Grandparents

Whether you call them Pap-pap or Grandfather, Meemaw or
Grammy, our grandparents play an important role in
preparing younger generations for happier and more
successful life. But sometimes “super” grandparenting
is required, as Dr. Oliver Akamnonu and his wife
discovered. They left their high-powered careers and
significantly changed their lives to help their
daughter, Nena, throughout her pregnancy, while she was
in medical school! Once baby Lydia arrived, the
Akamnonus continued to demonstrate their super
grandparent skills. Invite them on-air to explore: what
they learned about helping one’s family health,
education, income, relationships, and society
overall… 5 things super grandparents always do, and
never do… why financial support and childcare are
only the beginning of the best grandparenting… why
you needn’t live nearby to be super grandparents… how
to make sure your children and grandchildren always
remember you with gratitude and love. The Akamnonus co-
authored “Little Baby Lydia, Grandma, Grandpa and
Student Mom: Saga of Family Role Reversal and the New
Times.” Contact them at (413) 206-6753;
oakamnonu@rtirguests.com

19. ==> The Fibro Lady Shares Advice

Each day, Leah McCullough is thankful that her pain,
fatigue and accompanying depression have finally
vanished. With every action and movement, even in
slumber, she relishes pain-free living, upbeat mood and
boundless energy after suffering from intense
Fibromyalgia for decades. Isn’t that what countless
people in your audience would savor, after their own
years of debilitating pain? Interview Leah, known
worldwide as The Fibro Lady, to explore how nutrition,
supplements and lifestyle changes provide relief and
build strength and share must-know exercises and
meditation remedies. You’ll learn who’s more prone to
developing fibromyalgia and chronic pain, and get
plenty of advice on what it takes to finally focus on
career, parenting, relationships and FUN once pain
subsides. Leah is the author of “Freedom from
Fibromyalgia: 7 Steps to Complete Recovery” and “Eat to
Energize.” Her popular online program is “How to
Recover from Fibromyalgia and Feel Great Again.”
Contact Leah McCullough at (859) 279-0413;
LMcCullough@rtirguests.com

20. ==> Heal Yourself in Record Time

Countless people in your audience (and studio) are
dealing with diseases and health challenges they never
expected, and which hit them seemingly out of the blue.
What do you do when such life-impacting issues strike
with little warning? First, you can feel confident and
empowered that we humans have innate abilities to begin
self-healing and strengthening. So says physician and
speaker Dr. Nelie Johnson, M.D., initiator of the forum
“It’s Time to Heal,” which offers an integrative
approach to treating illness. Invite this outspoken
expert on-air to hear her advice for health and longer
life. Ask: What messages do you receive from your body?
What’s the link between disease and emotions? Why is
self-healing so powerful and necessary? What has been
missing in traditional Western medicine AND alternative
methods? What’s keeping you from healing yourself
quickly? What should you watch out for at this time of
year? Dr. Johnson’s latest book is “The Healing Message
of Illness.” Contact her at (604) 334-3853;
njohnson@rtirguests.com

01/07/20 RTIR Newsletter: Retirement Talks, Mideast Dangers, Death of the Free Press

January 7, 2020

01. The Mideast Has Just Become More Dangerous
02. Trump is Committing Impeachable War Crimes
03. Ten Things Americans Need to Know for 2020
04. And You Thought the White House Couldn’t Get Any Weirder
05. What Being a Man Means in 2020
06. Time for 2020 Retirement Talk
07. Reading Glasses Are Actually Harming Your Vision
08. How Patients Can Stop Medical Mistakes
09. Are You Violating the Ten Commandments of Pain?
10. Is the Free and Fair Press Dying?
11. Why We Love Tom Hanks
12. Stick to Your Resolution – Lose Weight and Keep It Off
13. Put the Clothes Back on Your Audience
14. Business Insanity: Dismal Success of Corporate Change
15. Understand Your Spouse, Kids or Coworkers Better
16. 5 Reasons You Should Write a Book this Year
17. Make 2020 the Year You Fall in Love with Yourself
18. School’s Toughest Bullies: Teachers
19. We Should All Learn to Laugh at the IRS — Year-round!
20. Keep Beds Dry Every Night

1.==> The Mideast Has Just Become More Dangerous

Many foreign policy experts and observers including
Steven Cook, say the killing of Iranian Quds Force
commander Qasem Soleimani in Baghdad has created a
dangerous situation in the Mideast. Cook believes the
assassination will escalate an already tense contest in
Iraq between U.S. and Iran-backed forces, make the
battle against the Islamic State more difficult, and
will likely feed further regional upheaval. He says it
also reinforces a narrative in the Middle East that the
United States is hardly the force for regional
stability that it claims to be. He adds, “It is easy to
understand why Americans should brace for an Iranian
response: this was comparable to Iran killing a senior
U.S. military commander or intelligence official. In
that scenario, any U.S. president would be impervious
to diplomatic entreaties and would respond violently.”
Steven Cook is an expert on Arab and Turkish politics
as well as U.S.-Middle East policy. He is a senior
fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations. Contact him
at (202) 509-8620; scook@cfr.org

2. ==> Trump is Committing Impeachable War Crimes

The House is expected to vote soon on a war powers
resolution to limit President Trump’s military actions
after he ordered the killing of a top Iranian general
last week. International law professor Francis Boyle
says, “Hypocrisies and hypocrites abound. Trump should
be impeached for his attacks and threats against Iran.
These are far more brazen violations of the War Powers
Clause of the U.S. Constitution than anything regarding
Ukraine.” He adds, “Trump should have been impeached
for his illegal bombings in Syria. He wasn’t, so
predictably, he has gone on to target Iran and is
making further threats against it and Iraq.” Boyle is
professor of international law at the University of
Illinois College of Law. Contact him at
fboyle@illinois.edu

3. ==> Ten Things Americans Need to Know for 2020

Your politically and culturally-active audience will
enjoy hearing Rick Elkin, a controversial columnist and
cultural analyst whose latest book is “Trump’s
Reckoning: Bulldozing Progressivism, Rebuilding
Americanism.” Rick will explore on-air what everyone is
talking about at the water cooler. Hear his engaging
and different spin on the issues we face every day. Ask
him: What are Trump’s chances to stay in office in
2020? Why are so many young people embracing socialism?
Is the Deep State a threat to our freedom? What is the
overwhelming cultural influence of what he calls “The
FrankenMedia Monster?” Learn why Elkin warns “For
everything you know, there is an equal and opposite
thing you don’t know.” Contact Rick Elkin at (760)
825-4884; RElkin@rtirguests.com

4.==> And You Thought the White House Couldn’t Get Any
Weirder

Did you know John Quincy Adams used to enjoy swimming
nude in the Potomac River? Or that doctors once held a
press conference to announce Dwight Eisenhower moved
his bowels? Or that Calvin Coolidge often conferred
with a raccoon? Or that First Lady Florence Harding
gave press interviews in her negligee? Or that George
H.W. Bush took showers with his dog? Author Hal
Marcovitz can talk about the many strange stories that
have been circulating around the White House since John
and Abigail Adams occupied the Executive Mansion,
including some very odd stories about the current
occupant. Marcovitz, a longtime journalist, is the
author of the novel “Painting the White House,” which
tells the story of an ordinary house painter who finds
himself at the center of White House intrigues and
misadventures. Contact him at (215) 718-6807 or
hmarcovitz@aol.com

5. ==> What Being a Man Means in 2020

6. ==> Time for 2020 Retirement Talk

Almost HALF of all Americans have no retirement savings
whatsoever. On top of that, 76% of baby boomers aren’t
confident that they’ve saved enough for retirement. The
New Year is the perfect way to start your financial and
retirement planning off on the right foot. Invite
financial advisor and radio host Beau Henderson on your
show to share his top 5 tips for a successful
retirement and discuss how retirement and wellness go
hand-in-hand, the scary side of retirement no one wants
to talk about, how to maximize your social security
benefits and much more. Beau Henderson has been
featured on Fox, CBS, CW, CNBC, Yahoo, and other
national media outlets. He’s the author of numerous
books including “The RichLife: Ten Investments for True
Wealth.” Contact Jaiden Buchan at
jaiden@publicityforgood.com or Beau Henderson at (770)
249-7424.

7. ==> Reading Glasses Are Actually Harming Your Vision

8. ==> How Patients Can Stop Medical Mistakes

Imagine if patients, without any medical experience,
could protect themselves and loved ones from medical
errors! Invite RN/APRN (nurse practitioner) Anne
McAwley-LeDuc on your show and learn how to organize
your medical records, communicate effectively, ask the
right questions of health professionals, and become an
advocate for yourself to avoid medical mistakes. Anne
will share advice for keeping/remembering/referring to
your medical history details for a lifetime, and how to
start such a project. She’ll also discuss the
importance of asking life-saving questions at the right
time and readily communicating about previous
procedures, emergencies and medication issues. You’ll
also get tips on what to do when travelling or if
you’re changing docs. Anne is the author of the
workbook “Personal Health Organizer: A Complete Easy-
to-Use System to Quickly Document Your Major Medical
and Dental History.” Contact Anne McAwley-LeDuc at
(860) 300-1603; AMcAwley@rtirguests.com

9. ==> Are You Violating the Ten Commandments of Pain?

At least 25 percent of your listeners experience
chronic pain or love someone who does. Everyone else
would love to learn how they can avoid joining their
ranks. That’s why you’ll want to interview Trevor
Campbell, M.D., a family physician who has worked in
multidisciplinary pain management and opioids reduction
programs and served as s medical director for a leading
pain management provider. With a charming South African
accent and a rare ability to speak in layman’s terms,
Dr. Campbell will reveal what the Ten Commandments of
Pain are, shatter myths about what pain is, and reveal
his evidence-based, non-pharmacological approach for
reducing pain and enjoying life more. He studied
medicine at the University of Cape Town, South Africa,
before emigrating to Canada, where he became interested
in treatments for chronic pain. He has worked in
multidisciplinary pain management and opioids reduction
programs and has served as s medical director for a
leading pain management provider in Western Canada. His
new book, hailed as a great read by Inc. Magazine, is
“The Language of Pain: Fast Forward Your Recovery to
Stop Hurting.” Contact him at (250) 217-7832;
tcampbell@rtirguests.com

10. ==> Is the Free and Fair Press Dying?

Sixty-percent of people who watch American news think
the sources pay the reporters. That’s the trust gap,
according to a joint Columbia Journalism Review and
Reuters study from earlier this year. With so much talk
about fake news and shrinking newsroom staff positions,
it’s a wonder that anyone would want to train to be a
TV or print journalist today. Willing to share her
unique vantage point on this timely topic is Nita
Wiggins, who teaches journalism in Paris, France, and
is the author of “Civil Rights Baby: My Story of Race,
Sports, and Breaking Barriers in American Journalism.”
Ask her: How much of the problem comes from the work of
reporters and how much comes from the criticism from
the president? How well do American news outlets
provide diverse viewpoints? During her 21 years as a TV
reporter and anchor, Nita witnessed bias against black
reporters and female reporters from Augusta to Seattle
to Washington, D.C. Contact Nita Wiggins at
NWiggins@rtirguests.com

11. ==> Why We Love Tom Hanks

Who but Tom Hanks could play beloved children’s TV icon
Fred Rogers on the big screen? He already had us after
Forrest Gump, but then, while accepting his lifetime
achievement awards at Sunday’s Golden Globe ceremony,
he reminded us why we love him as he talked about the
importance of little things like showing up on time,
and openly cried about how much he loves his family.
Barry Shore says a big part of Hanks’ appeal is his
joyfulness and appreciation of the miracles in life
that happen every day. A former quadriplegic, Barry’s
mission is spreading the joy of being alive no matter
what adversities people face. Invite the host of The
Joy of Living radio program and podcast on your show
and listeners will learn how to redevelop the sense of
wonder of an eight-year-old and take away a sense of
gratitude for what is right with their lives instead of
focusing on what they perceive is missing. Barry Shore
has been featured in or appeared on O Magazine, Fox,
NBC, ABC, and Forbes. Contact him at (310) 770-4685;
barry@barryshore.com

12. ==> Stick to Your Resolution – Lose Weight and Keep
It Off

Successful weight loss isn’t about losing weight. It’s
about changing your relationship with food. It has
nothing to do with calculating calories or counting
points. Obesity isn’t even a medical problem – it’s a
behavioral problem with a medical consequence. These
are some of the fundamental ideas weight-loss expert
Eli Glaser will share with listeners looking to keep
their New Year’s resolutions and finally find a long-
term answer for their life-long struggle. Hear Eli’s
incredible personal story of losing 130 pounds, keeping
it off for 17 years, and how he became an
internationally-known weight-loss coach. His message
and methodology is engaging and compelling and your
audience will eat up every word of his pioneering yet
very practical advice. Eli founded the Soveya Weight-
Loss Solution and is the author of “Enough Is Enough.”
Contact him at (732) 578-8800; eliglaser@rtirguests.com

13. ==> Put the Clothes Back on Your Audience

Going in front of a group? Do you have key info to
share? Want to get over your nerves and apprehension?
First of all, no need to imagine your audience naked!
You’ll want your presentation, confidence and message
to wow everyone instead. So says communications and
leadership expert Jill Jaysen. She’ll reveal how we’ve
all been mis-taught when it comes to public speaking
and what really makes a dynamite presentation for
winning big. Learn why gimmicks like “practice at a
mirror” and “videotape yourself” only risk creating
mediocre speakers, how your speech starts long before
you reach the auditorium, and how to prevent the
biggest speaking turn-offs. Contact Jill Jaysen at
(203) 442-9301; jjaysen@rtirguests.com

14. ==> Business Insanity: Dismal Success of Corporate
Change

15. ==> Understand Your Spouse, Kids or Coworkers
Better

16. ==> 5 Reasons You Should Write a Book this Year

An estimated 80 to 90 percent of Americans would like
to write a book someday. Most of them let their dream
die without ever acting upon it. Let Fabi Preslar,
president of custom publishing house SPARK Publications
and an author herself, explain what’s involved in
writing and publishing a book. She’ll reveal five
powerful reasons to write your book today including the
importance of letting others learn from your hero’s
journey. She’ll also answer questions like what’s the
biggest roadblock to getting a successful book written?
And, book publishing isn’t what it used to be, what
does a new author need to know? Articulate, smart and
honest, Fabi (Fay-Bee) is the author of “Fabulous F
Words of Business Ownership: Redefining Choice Words to
Fuel Your Small Business.” Contact Fabi at (704)
291-3566; FPreslar@rtirguests.com

17. ==> Make 2020 the Year You Fall in Love with
Yourself

Millions woke up New Year’s day resolving to eat
healthier, lose weight, or make some other life change
in the hopes of becoming a better person and living a
more fulfilling life. But personal growth expert and
author Joffre McClung says there’s a better path to a
happier, more contented life and you don’t have to give
up anything or join a gym! “There really is nothing as
important to your quality of life than your level of
self-love,” says Joffre. Invite her to share three tips
your listeners can do daily to raise their level of
self-love and explain why that’s so important. “Your
level of self-love not only determines how you see
yourself, but governs how you experience the world
around you,” she says. “It’s the prism through which
you see and define all things!” Joffre McClung has
appeared on dozens of radio and TV shows and podcasts.
She’s a former media producer and independent
filmmaker. “The Heart of the Matter” is her latest
book. Contact her at (917) 994-0225 (TX);
JMcClung@rtirguests.com

18. ==> School’s Toughest Bullies: Teachers

It’s bad enough when a fellow student picks on you and
creates a tense bullying atmosphere at school. We hear
about upsetting bullying issues every week, nationwide.
But what if today’s educators are the troublesome
tyrants? How does that limit learning and upset the
entire class process? Are such control-prone teachers
anywhere near accurate when they insist they’re just
maintaining discipline? What needs to be done by
administrators, PTOs, school boards and teachers
themselves to rebuild bully-free classrooms for all
grades? Find out when you interview popular media guest
Barb Daniels, whose award-winning Timmy Teacup book
series focuses on self-esteem and anti-bullying. Barb
will offer surprising advice to help children and teens
navigate a bullying classroom and healthy ways for
teacher bullies to transform and still command respect.
Expect high ratings and meaningful discussions on a
topic that ultimately affects every family. Contact
Barb Daniels at (636) 220-5495: BDaniels@rtirguests.com

19. ==> We Should All Learn to Laugh at the IRS —
Year-round!

Incompetent. Reckless. Smug. Deserving of your guffaws
and eye rolls, certainly not your fear. All that
describes the IRS, says tax expert Richard Green — who
used to be one of the Internal Revenue Service’s own!
He has seen, first-hand, how the colossal waste and
chaos of his former employer can put America at risk.
He will reveal on-air what put such an important
government agency so behind-the-times and so downright
laughable. Do you realize that agents are still using
50-year-old technology? And audits are unfair and
usually unnecessary? Why is the IRS always blaming
Congress or everyday citizens for its own tax
management foibles? Ask Green, author of “Agents of
Deceit,” what Americans can do to fix all this and
still be fair to our nation and ourselves. Contact
Richard Green at (909) 570-1509; rgreen@rtirguests.com

20. ==> Keep Beds Dry Every Night

1/2/20 RTIR Newsletter: Iraq Embassy Protests, Search for Immortality, New Year Goals

January 2, 2020

01. Behind Iraq Embassy Protests
02. World Conflicts to Watch in 2020
03. January 6th – #JewishandProud Day
04. Hidden Fees: Middle-Class Manipulation
05. Nat Geo Explorer: The Search for Immortality
06. Understand Your Spouse, Kids or Coworkers Better in 2020
07. How to Stop Attracting Losers
08. Find Your Bliss and Set Goals for New Year
09. Would You Survive an Active Shooter Attack?
10. How the Lack of Black Doctors Harms Patients
11. Why More Women Are Saying No to Motherhood
12. Sugar Witch Helps You Overpower Your Sugar Habit
13. Career Advice Based On Your Personality
14. Moms, Make Room for Your Dreams in 2020
15. Why This Expert Says We Must Stop ‘Fighting’ Cancer
16. This Year’s Classroom Bullies: The Teachers
17. Pain Relief — Using Skills Not Pills
18. 13,000+ Tips on Making Meaning
19. Does God Want Trump to Stay in Office?
20. Save Your Future with a Mindset for Change

1.==> Behind Iraq Embassy Protests

Iraq has been dealing with widespread protests for
months, but these demonstrations have been directed at
the country’s weak, faltering government — and not the
U.S. That changed dramatically as Iraqi militiamen and
their supporters targeted the U.S. Embassy in central
Baghdad. In violent protests this week, crowds set
fires and badly damaged a perimeter gatehouse. Raid
Jarrar, an Iraqi-born human rights activist and writer
based in Washington, D.C., says, “While Iraqi
protesters have been taking to the streets for months
now with clear demands that include the end to all
foreign intervention in their country, both the U.S.
and Iranian governments have been attempting to
manipulate them for their own political benefit.” He
adds, “Iraqi protestors believe that both the U.S. and
Iran are the problem. Iraqi protestors stormed into the
Iranian consulates in the south of the country last
month, and — if they had access to the Green Zone —
they would have also protested against the U.S.
Embassy.” Contact Raed Jarrar at jarrar.raed@gmail.com
or @raedjarrar

2. ==> World Conflicts to Watch in 2020

Each year since 2008, the Council on Foreign Relations’
Center for Preventive Action (CPA) asks foreign policy
experts to rank thirty ongoing or potential conflicts
based on how likely they are to occur or escalate in
the next year, and their possible impact on U.S.
interests.
This year, “perhaps as an indication of rising concern
about the state of the world, respondents rated more
threats as likely to require a U.S. military response
for 2020 than in any other Preventive Priorities Survey
(PPS) from the last eleven years,” notes Paul Stares,
CPA director and senior fellow for conflict prevention.
“Of the thirty conflicts in this year’s survey, only
two were judged as having a low likelihood of occurring
in 2020.” Stares will share top areas of concern from
Mexico to Iran, and explain the biggest threats to the
U.S. homeland, including a cyberattack on U.S. critical
infrastructure and its electoral systems. Paul Stares’
latest book is “Preventive Engagement: How America Can
Avoid War, Stay Strong, and Keep the Peace.” Contact
him at pstares@cfr.org

3. ==> January 6th – #JewishandProud Day

In the face of the recent epidemic of antisemitism,
American Jewish Committee (AJC) is encouraging Jews of
all denominations to participate in #JewishandProud Day
on Monday, January 6. “Enough is enough. We will not
shy away from publicly displaying, celebrating our
Jewish identity and faith,” says AJC CEO David Harris.
The initiative comes amidst surging antisemitism in the
U.S., with a series of violent attacks in December
alone, and continuing anti-Semitic attacks across
Europe. In October, AJC, the leading global Jewish
advocacy organization, found in a survey of American
Jews that 31% avoid publicly wearing, carrying or
displaying things that might help people identify them
as Jews, and 25% avoid certain places, events, or
situations at least some of the time out of concern for
their safety or comfort as Jews. American Jewish
Committee is a global Jewish advocacy organization.
Contact Kenneth Bandler at (212) 891-6771;
bandlerk@ajc.org

4.==> Hidden Fees: Middle-Class Manipulation

Collectively middle-class consumers in the U.S. pay
roughly $1.46 trillion each year in fees – subprime
mortgages, payday lending student loans, auto
insurance, etc. That sum is greater than the revenue
budget of the United Kingdom. Invite historian and
public policy expert Devin Fergus, Ph.D., to explain
how financial fees have seriously impacted equality in
America. He’ll trace the system of fees in American
consumer financial institutions from their origins in
the late 1970s to present day. Fergus, who has
identified mismanagement by many consumer financial
institutions, says a lack of regulatory leadership to
curb predation has resulted in financial fees seriously
impacting equality in America. Devin Fergus is the
author of “Land of the Fee: Hidden Costs and the
Decline of the American Middle Class.” Contact Johanna
Ramos Boyer at (703) 646-5137; (703) 400-1099 (cell);
johanna@jrbcomm.com or Erin Bolden at (703) 646-5188.

5. ==> Nat Geo Explorer: The Search for Immortality

Scientists are exploring ways to advance our lifespan
and possibly cure death. Science fiction? Nope. It’s
real, it’s serious, and it’s on track to revolutionize
our definitions of life and mortality as we know it.
Invite National Geographic Explorer and former CNN-
Bureau Chief Chip Walter to discuss the scientific
pursuit of immortality and the Silicon Valley
billionaires shaping (and funding) this quest. You’ll
hear why scientists are embarking on this journey to
find a real-life fountain of youth, the mysteries of
stem cell rejuvenation and advanced genomics and why
living to over 100 isn’t science fiction any longer!
Chip Walter is a science author, filmmaker, and former
CNN bureau chief whose writing has appeared in The
Economist, The Wall Street Journal, Scientific
American, Slate and National Geographic magazine. His
latest book is “Immortality, Inc.: Renegade Science,
Silicon Valley Billions, and the Quest to Live
Forever.” Walter is available for a limited number of
interviews on January 14th. Contact Mala Perna at
malapernamedia@gmail.com

6. ==> Understand Your Spouse, Kids or Coworkers Better
in 2020

Everyone has at least one person whose behavior vexes
them, leaving them to wonder: Why did they just do
that? What were they thinking? How can they be so
different than me? Get the answers at last from Stacy
Dicker, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist whose unique
approach to understanding human beings includes a
combination of psychology and astrology. Dr. Dicker,
the author of “Psychstrology: Apply the Wisdom of the
Cosmos to Gain Balance and Improve Your Relationships,”
has fresh insights that could help listeners become
closer to their spouse, kids, coworkers, boss—and
themselves. A Capricorn, she’ll present evidence that
astrology is becoming more credible and accessible. A
longtime student of astrology, she has been working
with clients for 20 years and using astrology as her
secret sauce. She has also taught courses on eating
disorders and adult psychotherapy to upper-level
psychology majors at the University of Colorado,
Boulder for nearly ten years. Contact her at (720)
327-1732; sldicker@yahoo.com

7. ==> How to Stop Attracting Losers

8. ==> Find Your Bliss and Set Goals for New Year

The New Year is a time to start fresh and begin making
your dreams happen, but what if you don’t know how to
find the happiness you desire? Invite award-winning
screenwriter, author, TV/film producer, journalist, and
TV host Maryann Ridini Spencer to reveal why spending
quality time and building relationships with family and
friends can be the key to finding your bliss. She can
tell your audience why living the Hawaiian philosophy
of “aloha” and the Golden Rule of doing unto others
really works. Discover how to start 2020 off right by
setting goals to realize your dreams and live your
authentic life. She is the author of the award-winning
novel “Lady in the Window” and the soon-to-be-published
“The Paradise Table.” Her work has appeared on Hallmark
Hall of Fame (CBS-TV), the Hallmark Channel, CNN, USA,
SyFy, Showtime, PBS, and many others. Contact her at
(818) 884-0104 (CA); recprinfo@gmail.com?

9. ==> Would You Survive an Active Shooter Attack?

Mass shootings are happening at least monthly across
the U.S. Adults and children have needlessly died or
been seriously injured when merely working, gathering,
studying, shopping or traveling. All types of public
locations have seen such carnage: schools, offices,
department stores, community events, factories, streets
and even places of worship. So what does it take to
come out alive when a rampaging shooter strikes in such
innocent settings? Would you (and your kids) know how
to find safety, shield others or retaliate? Would you
have the patience to observe yet make immediate, timely
decisions to react? Explore the vital answers, and hear
life-saving insights when you interview personal
protection specialist Allen Banks. He’s developed
active shooter and workplace violence prevention
training and special programs for schools and other
locations. Contact Banks at (661) 417-0786;
abanks@rtirguests.com

10. ==> How the Lack of Black Doctors Harms Patients

11. ==> Why More Women Are Saying No to Motherhood

12. ==> Sugar Witch Helps You Overpower Your Sugar
Habit

13. ==> Career Advice Based On Your Personality

Countless people in your audience have big career
dreams: starting a business, changing careers, or
introducing satisfying new developments in their
current jobs. Others may not yet know what they want,
often only what they don’t want. Sadly, the majority of
people won’t even take the first critical steps to
clarify their goals. Watch ratings rise when you
interview Sarah E. Brown, Ph.D., who has already helped
thousands of people define success based upon their
unique interests, strengths and needs. Sarah will
discuss her 5-step business coaching model and must-
know secrets. You’ll learn how to finally clarify what
you want, the importance of getting started even when
you don’t have all the answers (and without going
bankrupt,) and whether it’s wise to give up your
current job. Dr. Brown will also share special advice
for entrepreneurs. Sarah is the author of “Let Your
Personality Be Your Career Guide.” Contact her at (302)
274-0624; SBrown@rtirguests.com

14. ==> Moms, Make Room for Your Dreams in 2020

Moms are always busy with endless chores, overwhelmed
with to-do lists, and burned out at the end of the day.
We put our kids first and often ignore our dreams and
passions in life in order to take care of everyone else
in the family. But with the right strategy, can we
possibly make the time to pursue our goals? Invite
children’s author and mom of three Rosie J. Pova to
share 10 tips on following your passions without giving
up this New Year. She can tell your audience how to get
started, how to stay motivated even after multiple
setbacks, and how to overcome failure. She is the
author of several children’s books including her latest
picture book, “Sarah’s Song.” Pova has been featured on
radio and in print. Contact her at (214) 563-1633 (TX);
rosie.pova@yahoo.com

15. ==> Why This Expert Says We Must Stop ‘Fighting’
Cancer

When Kipp Harris discusses the myths and truths about
cancer and its treatments you can be assured he knows
what he’s talking about. Several times that powerful
disease has invaded his body, only to be thwarted into
remission by modern medical science and Kipp’s own
resourcefulness and attitude. Open-up phone lines so
Kipp can answer questions and share his been-there
insights. Learn why Kipp says it’s wise to work through
— never fight — one’s cancer of any type. So what
does he recommend? Why does he call his cancer journey
“improbable joy?” What was the first thing he did upon
learning his cancer returned? And what does he advise
for patients and their loved ones who want to survive
and thrive afterward? Ask Kipp all that and more. He’ll
even discuss whether the prevalence of cancer means
humanity is meant to experience it. Contact him at
(701) 638-4051; Kharris@rtirguests.com

16. ==> This Year’s Classroom Bullies: The Teachers

It’s bad enough when a fellow student picks on you and
creates a tense bullying atmosphere at school. We hear
about upsetting bullying issues nationwide all the
time. But what if today’s educators are the troublesome
tyrants? How does that limit learning and upset the
entire class process? Are such control-prone teachers
anywhere near accurate when they insist they’re just
maintaining discipline? What needs to be done by
administrators, PTOs, school boards and teachers
themselves to rebuild bully-free classrooms for all
grades? Find out when you interview popular media guest
Barb Daniels, whose Timmy Teacup book series focuses on
self-esteem and anti-bullying. Barb will offer
surprising advice to help children and teens navigate a
bullying classroom and healthy ways for teacher bullies
to transform and still command respect. Expect high
ratings and meaningful discussions on a topic that
ultimately affects every family. Contact Barb Daniels
at (636) 220-5495; BDaniels@rtirguests.com

17. ==> Pain Relief — Using Skills Not Pills

It’s almost daily that we hear of opioid controversies,
addictions and even painkiller-related deaths. There is
an epidemic of pain worldwide and people are desperate
to find help and relief. Now, as colder weather
heightens pain and discomfort and people want to feel
better for the holiday season, it’s an ideal time to
interview Maggie Phillips, Ph.D., pain relief
expert/trainer and author of “Freedom from Pain” and
“Reversing Chronic Pain.” Dr. Phillips will explore the
good news about effective alternative healing methods.
Ask her about the value of diet and exercise, spiritual
practices, drug-free supplements, meditation, hypnosis,
lifestyle changes and other ways to build healing
pathways. She’ll also discuss why other nations are far
ahead of the U.S. when it comes to using “skills-not-
pills” to thwart pain and trauma without side-effects.
Open-up your phone lines for pain sufferers to ask
questions and discuss what challenges them most!
Contact Dr. Phillips at (510) 561-1645;
mphillips@rtirguests.com

18. ==> 13,000+ Tips on Making Meaning

For a fascinating show, interview Bob Lichtenbert,
Ph.D., who has compiled more than 13,000 pieces of
advice on how to make meaning (as in positive impact)
on the quality of your life and for others surrounding
you. Dozens of these life-changing tips have come from
ideas he carefully wrote on index cards, which he
carried in his shirt pocket for more than 30 years.
Some have been published in his journal “The Meaning of
Life” which went viral. On-air Dr. Lichtenbert will
help your audience use and benefit from many of his
favorite tips — now featured in his brand new book
“Tips for Making Meaning.” He’ll explore how to connect
with something greater than yourself, how to know the
laws of logic to determine the strength of opinions and
how interpreting art can help you express emotions.
Contact Bob Lichtenbert at (773) 819-9184;
BLichtenbert@rtirguests.com

19. ==> Does God Want Trump to Stay in Office?

20. ==> Save Your Future with a Mindset for Change

Sadly, societal problems like depression, suicide,
domestic violence, shooting rampages and community
unrest are on the rise. To prevail and build a better
present and future, Reverend Arthur Mackey says WE must
change. According to Mackey, a prolific author,
researcher, pastor and sought-after media guest, the
first step is developing a mindset that makes positive
change possible. Mackey inspire audiences as he
explores on-air everything from family and workplace
influences to health/social services, faith-based
resources and education programs worth knowing. He’ll
explain why it’s never too late to change your
surroundings, relationships and ideals, the 4 most
effective ways to change your mindset, and how to do it
all without stress. Rev. Mackey is the author of
“Overcoming the Spirit of Depression.” Contact him at
(516) 219-8392; AMackey@rtirguests.com

12/23/19 RTIR Newsletter: Miracles in Everyday Life, Drunk for the Holidays, Inside Afghanistan

December 23, 2019

01. Trump’s Widow Problem: Here’s What He Should Say
02. The Truth about Santa Claus
03. See Miracles in Everyday Life
04. The Gift that Keeps Giving: Family Stories
05. Make 2020 the Year You Fall in Love with Yourself
06. How to Deal with the Drunk at the Party
07. Smart Tips: Enjoy Holiday Food Without Overindulging
08. Holiday Let-Down: Are You Addicted to the Holidays?
09. How to Take God Seriously this Holiday
10. ‘Do They Know It’s Christmas?’ Africa, 35 Yrs Later
11. Bombshell Report: Inside Afghanistan
12. What’s Going Wrong with America’s Health Delivery System
13. Spirituality — The Missing Link for Wellness?
14. You Can Learn to be Happy
15. Are You Violating the Ten Commandments of Pain?
16. Astrology + Psychology = Psychstrology
17. Heal Frequent or Chronic Pain with The Fibro Lady’s Advice
18. How a Psychologist Who’s Survived So Much Can Help YOU
19. Burned-Out, Worn-Out, Ready to Get Out — Setting NEW Opportunities for Teachers
20. 10 Tips to Breathe Better Today

1.==> Trump’s Widow Problem: Here’s What He Should Say

Even President Trump’s staunchest supporters cringed
last week when, during a campaign speech in front of a
cheering crowd, he made crass remarks targeting a
beloved Congressman and his grieving wife. It’s not the
first time Trump has disrespected a widow, he bickered
with a soldier’s widow over a condolence call and
continues to publicly disparage the late Senator John
McCain, to the dismay of his widow and daughter who
both say it’s extremely painful to hear. Widow’s coach
and advocate Mary Lee Robinson, a widow herself, hopes
Trump apologizes. But, she says, he’s not alone in not
understanding what is and isn’t appropriate to say to a
grieving spouse. Invite Robinson on your show to share
what everyone should know about widows, especially this
time of year, which can be particularly painful for
those experiencing loss. Mary Lee Robinson is the
author of the Grief Series of 5 books. She’s also the
editor of Widowlution Online Magazine, a lifestyle
blog. Contact her at
thewidoworwidowernextdoor@yahoo.com; (843) 421-5338.

2. ==> The Truth about Santa Claus

Everyone is familiar with Santa Claus, with his big
belly, white beard, pink cheeks and omnipresent sack of
toys for children. Most people know that the
inspiration for Santa was Saint Nicholas, a priest and
bishop who lived in the third century A.D., but few
know much about the real man in the red suit. Wayne Van
Der Wal, a school psychologist and practicing
Christian, wants to change that. Invite him on your
show and hear how St. Nicholas overcame childhood
tragedy, felt called by God to take a vow of poverty,
endured horrific persecution for his religious faith,
and went on to become one of the most beloved,
generous, loving, and famous figures in human history.
The author of the historical novel “The Gospel of Santa
Claus,” will fascinate your audience as he shares
details of St. Nicholas’ extraordinary life and what
Santa Claus has in common with St. Nick. He’ll also
explain how writing the book changed the way he and his
family celebrate Christmas each year and how anyone can
have the best Christmas season ever, even on a limited
budget. Contact Wayne Van Der Wal at (775) 338-4300;
wav66@yahoo.com

3. ==> See Miracles in Everyday Life

People love stories about miracles, particularly around
the holidays. But, as Barry Shore will tell you,
miracles are not just for Christmas or Hanukkah, they
are hiding in plain sight on any given day. Bring Barry
on your show to explain his SMILE process (an acronym
for Seeing Miracles in Life Every day) and how even
adults can learn to develop the sense of wonder eight-
year-olds routinely exhibit. Your audience will take
away a sense of gratitude for what is right with their
lives instead of focusing on what they perceive is
missing. A former quadriplegic, Shore’s mission is
spreading the joy of being alive no matter what
adversities people face. He hosts The Joy of living
radio program and podcast and has been featured in or
appeared on O Magazine, Fox, NBC, ABC, and Forbes.
Contact him at (310) 770-4685; barry@barryshore.com

4.==> The Gift that Keeps Giving: Family Stories

It’s the season for gathering and celebrating and Peggy
Sideratos says it’s the perfect opportunity for
everyone around the table, especially the kids, to feel
a little closer and more connected by sharing stories.
Sideratos, a former school teacher, says boosting
children’s social educational learning abilities (SEL)
is especially important today. “We live in a world
where kids and teens are dealing with depression,
anxiety, cutting, eating disorders, bullying, school
shootings and suicide rates at an alarming level. The
brokenness is escalating. Our children are hurting and
we have to do something about it,” Sideratos says.
She’ll explain why storytelling is so effective in
communicating with kids and ways holiday gatherings can
be natural opportunities to share stories. She’ll even
provide tips on getting the conversation started! Peggy
Sideratos is the author of “The Light Giver: and Other
Stories to Raise Emotionally Healthy Children” and “The
Light Giver Stories Workbook.” Contact her at (917)
715-8788; perdika1@yahoo.com

5. ==> Make 2020 the Year You Fall in Love with
Yourself

Come January 1st people all around us will resolve to
eat healthier, lose weight, or make some other life
change in the hopes of becoming a better person and
living a more fulfilling life. But personal growth
expert and author Joffre McClung says there’s a better
path to a happier, more contented life and you don’t
have to give up anything or join a gym! “There really
is nothing as important to your quality of life than
your level of self-love,” says Joffre. Invite her to
share three tips your listeners can do daily to raise
their level of self-love and explain why that’s so
important. “Your level of self-love not only determines
how you see yourself, but governs how you experience
the world around you,” she says. “It’s the prism
through which you see and define all things!” Joffre
McClung has appeared on dozens of radio and TV shows
and podcasts. She’s a former media producer and
independent filmmaker. “The Heart of the Matter” is her
latest book. Contact her at (917) 994-0225 (TX);
JMcClung@rtirguests.com

6. ==> How to Deal with the Drunk at the Party

1 out of 3 people suffers from an addiction of some
sort and the holidays are full of stressful situations
AND ample opportunities to imbibe. Michael McGee, M.D.
says things can be especially explosive and
uncomfortable at family gatherings, work functions and
parties! Invite Dr. McGee to share 5 tips to deal with
everyone from an obnoxious drunken uncle to a
flirtatious and inappropriate neighbor. He’ll help your
audience navigate the uncomfortable experience in the
moment, whether at home or at the office holiday party,
and share ways you can (and can’t) help an addict
accept treatment and recover. Dr. Michael McGee trained
at Stanford and Harvard Medical Schools and has helped
hundreds of patients beat their addictions. He’s the
author of “The Joy of Recovery: The New 12 Step Guide
to Recovery from Addiction.” Contact Dr. McGee at (978)
360-6071; mdm@wellmind.com

7. ==> Smart Tips: Enjoy Holiday Food Without
Overindulging

The endless temptation of delicious holiday food can
break the diet of even the most committed healthy
eater. Is there any way to enjoy holiday meals without
overindulging? Invite physician Dr. Ed Dodge to reveal
easy ways to join in the festivities without eating too
much and falling off the wagon. You’ll also learn which
foods will help you feel full without loading you up
with fat and sodium. His latest book “Family: A Family
Doc’s Memoir of Life in Africa and the US” shares his
journey from his childhood in the wilds of Africa where
he enjoyed exotic fruits and ate antelope and buffalo,
to experiencing culture shock as a teen coming to the
US. After becoming a physician, he returned to Africa
to work, and later to volunteer. Dr. Dodge hosted
Healthy Living Radio and has interviewed groundbreaking
leaders in medicine. He has been honored by the Johns
Hopkins University Center for a Livable Future. Contact
him at (352) 228-9641 (TX); afritim36@gmail.com

8. ==> Holiday Let-Down: Are You Addicted to the
Holidays?

There’s a reason you buy more and feel less this time
of year. Dr. Donna Marks says, “For the past several
weeks we’ve been bombarded with ways to spend time and
money that don’t deliver the joy we’ve been conditioned
to expect. Instead, the spending and bustle of
preparation are just more false substitutes for true
and lasting fulfillment.” Dr. Marks, an addictions
expert, will discuss how to change your perception and
rewire your programming with something that can replace
debt, hangovers, and weight gain with lasting
connections and memories. Donna Marks is an author,
consultant, educator, public speaker, licensed
psychotherapist and addictions counselor in private
practice in Palm Beach, Florida for more than thirty
years. Her latest book is “Exit the Maze-One Addiction,
One Cause, One Cure.” Contact Dr. Donna Marks at (561)
436-9360; drdonnamarks@gmail.com

9. ==> How to Take God Seriously this Holiday

Camilo Graza is sure to be one of the most fascinating
guests you’ll have for the holidays and new year. Graza
is a man of science with great knowledge of the
heavens. He balances science and faith as both an
aerospace engineer and a lay preacher who says it’s the
smartest people who believe. Ask him: How does God want
us to celebrate at this time of year? Why are prayers
and worship so important? Why is faith alone not enough
for salvation? How do you get to heaven? Graza’s book
“Passport to Heavenly Eternal Life” has helped
countless people take God seriously and cherish life
more. Graza will take questions and discuss with
audiences surprising biblical teachings for the 21st
Century, exploring the creation of the Universe and our
amazing Earthly home. Contact Camilo Graza at (626)
893-7966 (CA); camilograza@aol.com

10. ==> ‘Do They Know It’s Christmas?’ Africa, 35 Yrs
Later

Back in 1984, some of the biggest British and Irish
artists in music gathered to record the single “Do They
Know It’s Christmas?” to help famine victims in
Ethiopia. The single reached number one in 14 countries
and raised £8 million within twelve months. This led to
other charitable endeavors such as the LiveAid concert,
which raised a reported £150 million, and USA for
Africa’s single “We Are the World,” which raised $63
million. Despite these huge global humanitarian
efforts, has life in the affected region improved?
Invite author and speaker Sylvanus Ayeni to discuss the
long-term impacts of charity on Sub-Saharan Africa and
whether it has improved conditions for people there.
Ayeni, a retired neurosurgeon, author, and speaker, was
born and raised in Nigeria. His latest book, Rescue
Thyself: Change in Sub-Saharan Africa Must Come from
Within, reveals what many in the West don’t understand
about the root causes of Sub-Saharan Africa’s plight
and the necessary steps to improve the situation. Dr.
Ayeni is the president of Pan Africa Children Advocacy
Watch (PACAW) Inc. Contact him at (301) 910-1020 (MD);
stoksayeni777@gmail.com

11. ==> Bombshell Report: Inside Afghanistan

A bombshell report detailing how successive U.S.
administrations misled the public about the nearly two-
decade-long war in Afghanistan went mostly ignored by
lawmakers – and the public – earlier this month. The
war is the longest armed conflict in U.S. history and
has cost roughly 2,400 lives and more than $2 trillion
yet most Americans know little about the region or the
people. Bring Cat Parenti on your show to discuss her
experiences there, where she lived on and off for 20-
years. Parenti survived the political twists and turns
of Afghan history from King Zahir Shah through the rise
of the Taliban and started a successful business
selling antique clothing and jewelry to U.S. museums
and museum shops. She’ll discuss what it was like to be
a woman traveling alone through the war-torn country,
the rise of resistance fighters after the Soviet
invasion—including female fighters—and her work in the
resistance movement, and how the Taliban came to power.
Cat Parenti has shared her first-hand knowledge of
Afghanistan in numerous media interviews, in
presentations on Afghanistan at the U.N., and in
several books including “Afghanistan: A Memoir from
Brooklyn to Kabul.” Contact Cat Parenti at (520)
508-0211; cat.parenti@gmail.com

12. ==> What’s Going Wrong with America’s Health
Delivery System

13. ==> Spirituality — The Missing Link for Wellness?

14. ==> You Can Learn to be Happy

15. ==> Are You Violating the Ten Commandments of Pain?

At least 25 percent of your listeners experience
chronic pain or love someone who does. Everyone else
would love to learn how they can avoid joining their
ranks. That’s why you’ll want to interview Trevor
Campbell, M.D., a family physician who has worked in
multidisciplinary pain management and opioids reduction
programs and served as medical director for a leading
pain management provider. With a charming South African
accent and a rare ability to speak in layman’s terms,
Dr. Campbell will reveal what the Ten Commandments of
Pain are, shatter myths about what pain is, and reveal
his evidence-based, non-pharmacological approach for
reducing pain and enjoying life more. Dr. Cambell’s new
book, hailed as a great read by Inc. Magazine, is “The
Language of Pain: Fast Forward Your Recovery to Stop
Hurting.” Contact him at (250) 217-7832;
tcampbell@rtirguests.com

16. ==> Astrology + Psychology = Psychstrology

17. ==> Heal Frequent or Chronic Pain with The Fibro
Lady’s Advice

18. ==> How a Psychologist Who’s Survived So Much Can
Help YOU

19. ==> Burned-Out, Worn-Out, Ready to Get Out —
Setting NEW Opportunities for Teachers

20. ==> 10 Tips to Breathe Better Today

We all breathe, right? It’s how we live. But what if
there was a way to harness the power of your breath to
bring in more cheer in the New Year and help you live
your best life? Breathwork is conscious breathing that
promotes wellness. It helps people live intentionally
and transform their lives. And, it all starts with
these 10 tips! Get ready for a fun and informative show
with Lauren Chelec Cafritz as she helps people clear
their emotional gunk and start the New Year off relaxed
and renewed. Chelec Cafritz is the author of “Breath
LOVE” and the founder of Experience Breath. She is a
speaker, coach, and breath expert. Contact Jodi Omear
at BreathLoveMedia@gmail.com or (703) 474-2668.

12/19/19 RTIR Newsletter: Impeachment Truths, Holiday Safety, Perfect Meetings

December 19, 2019

01. Republican Group: What is Trump Hiding?
02. How in the World Did We Get Here?
03. Top 10 Trends for 2020
04. Nobody Needs a Holiday Mishap – Holiday Safety 101
05. Dear Santa: An RVers Wish List
06. What Color is Your Holiday Stress?
07. Don’t Let Family Drama Ruin Your Holiday Zen
08. Who’s the Stranger at the Table? College Kids Are Back!
09. Start a New Family Holiday Tradition
10. Saturday is Homeless Persons’ Remembrance Day
11. Why More Healthcare Jobs Are Bad for Patients
12. Are You in a Toxic Workplace?
13. Be an Office Hero: Run THE Perfect Meeting!
14. Attorney Reveals the Dark Side of Winning a Lawsuit
15. Carrying a Gun for Protection — Hear This Expert
16. The Truth Behind Jessica Simpson’s 100 LB Weight Loss
17. Overcome Wintertime Anxiety
18. Have Beauty Pageants Really Evolved?
19. Why it’s Hard to Relate (Especially Over the Holidays)
20. Interview the Undertaker’s Daughter

1.==> Republican Group: What is Trump Hiding?

An anti-Trump Republican group launched a billboard in
Times Square asking “What is Trump hiding?” as the
impeachment process presses forward with a House vote
expected this week. Sponsored by the group Republicans
for the Rule of Law, the billboard follows similar ads
in about a dozen GOP-controlled congressional districts
around the country. It features an image of Trump with
his finger to his mouth, as well as four current and
former administration officials who have been tied to
the impeachment process with duct tape over their
mouths: Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, former national
security adviser John Bolton, acting chief of staff
Mick Mulvaney and Trump’s personal attorney Rudy
Giuliani. Republicans for the Rule of Law is a
coalition of Republicans who believe law enforcement
investigations should be completed without political
interference, the laws apply equally to everyone, and
the Constitution needs to be followed. For interviews
contact the group at info@ruleoflawrepublicans.com

2. ==> How in the World Did We Get Here?

Many are calling the impeachment of Trump historic, but
former Democratic Congressman Steve Israel says
defining moments in history do not occur spontaneously.
Their foundations are laid by disparate actors, crises,
and movements. He believes when future generations look
back at the state of our world, with the impeachment of
Trump and the sweeping victory of Boris Johnson in
Britain, the events won’t appear sudden or surprising
but a public response to frightening trends like global
terrorism and financial inequality, a public response
that will, over time, be accepted or rejected by the
citizenry. In an op-ed for The Hill he writes: “The
electorate in America is not Trumpian. It is veering in
search of the America it wants.” He adds, “Only once a
movement has come into the public eye do we often
choose to reject the status quo and move forward with
an alternative. Confronted by a future we do not care
to contemplate, we are forced to consider how we got
here and correct our course.” Steve Israel represented
New York in Congress for 16 years and served as the
chairman of the Democratic Congressional Campaign
Committee from 2011 to 2015. He is now the director of
the Institute of Politics and Global Affairs at Cornell
University. Contact him at (516) 801-6991;
iopga@cornell.edu or @RepSteveIsrael

3. ==> Top 10 Trends for 2020

In today’s crazy world it’s hard to imagine what’s
going to happen tomorrow, let alone next year. For some
insight on what may happen, invite trend forecaster
Gerald Celente on your show to share what he predicts
will shape the coming year. From the winner of the 2020
election to the effects of the global rebellions and
the new trajectory of real estate and beyond, Gerald
will discuss the top 10 trends to watch. Gerald
Celente, publisher of Trends Journal, has been
forecasting trends with incredible accuracy for the
past 30 years. Gerald has been featured on Oprah,
network/cable TV, and radio programs and in newspapers
worldwide. Contact Ryan McCormick at (516) 901-1103.

4. ==> Nobody Needs a Holiday Mishap – Holiday Safety
101

Nothing can ruin the holidays more than a trip to the
emergency room or a visit from your local firefighters.
Whether it’s an oven fire as you’re preparing dinner,
an elderly relative falling in your driveway, or a pet
choking on a Christmas ornament, the holidays are
filled with opportunities for accidents and mishaps.
Former chairman of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety
Commission, Hon. Nancy Steorts will reveal the biggest
threats during the holidays and share ways to make sure
your family and guests enjoy the season without anyone
having to call 911. Nancy Steorts is the author of
several books including “Your Home Safe Home” and “Safe
Living in a Dangerous World.” Contact her at (703)
790-5116; (240) 401-7782 (cell); nancysteorts@cox.net

5. ==> Dear Santa: An RVers Wish List

Got an RVer on your holiday gift list? Travel gifts are
great to give and get, but when you’re travelling in an
RV, space is at a premium. Jenni Raney Edwards, author
of “Bumping Down Highways: From Boardrooms to Back
Roads in an RV,” will share great gift ideas for your
favorite intrepid roadtripper, from stocking stuffers
like travel journals and wine holders to the best tech
gadgets and gear, like solar lights and portable heated
water hoses. Rather create an experiential gift? Jenni
can suggest trip ideas, membership clubs and gift
certificates too. A successful businesswoman and
entrepreneur, Jenni fell in love with the open road
while on a cross-country drive in her SUV. She sold
everything and hit the highway to see the country full-
time. Jenni is also the founder of Norsk Tiny Houses
and designed and built the first LEED Certified Tiny
House on Wheels in the world. Contact her at (904)
234-2891; jenni@bumpingdownhighways.com

6. ==> What Color is Your Holiday Stress?

Holidays are joyful but they can also be very
stressful! Let Barry Shore explain why holiday stress
comes in different shades and how you can identify what
color yours is. For example, are you experiencing black
stress—the kind in which you feel there is no way
out—or red, grey, purple or blue stress? Shore will
reveal what each color means and what you can do to
destress. He can also share why stress kills and joy
heals and offer 11 strategies for living in joy. Barry
can also talk about his own inspirational story of
finding his life purpose after a little-known disease
he didn’t even know he had suddenly left him a
quadriplegic. Today he can walk haltingly with the aid
of a six-foot walking wand, has been able to swim over
7,000 miles, and revels in his role as Ambassador of
Joy to the World. He hosts The Joy of Living radio
program and podcast and has been featured in or
appeared on O Magazine, Fox, NBC, ABC, and Forbes.
Contact him at (310) 770-4685; barry@barryshore.com

7. ==> Don’t Let Family Drama Ruin Your Holiday Zen

The holidays can be stressful under the best of
circumstances, but how do you handle being trapped in a
house with argumentative relatives without blowing your
top? Invite Arnoux Goran, author, speaker, and the
world’s #1 expert in personal transformation, to reveal
proven techniques to keep your cool and prevent family
drama from getting out of hand. He’ll discuss common
triggers that set people off and how to remain calm
when family members try to push your buttons. His
forthcoming book “The Answer: How to Change Your Life
and Make Your Dreams Come True” details how to release
negative emotions permanently and truly change your
life by addressing the cause of repeating patterns.
Goran has been featured on radio and television
nationwide. Contact him at (878) 203-8231 (CA);
AGoran@rtirguests.com

8. ==> Who’s the Stranger at the Table? College Kids
Are Back!

It’s finally here! That magical reunion you’ve been
dreaming about since you dropped your student off at
college back in August. You’ve been waiting for the
holidays to reconnect with them and your expectations
are at an all-time high! “Many parents are shocked at
how badly that first reunion goes with their student!
What they don’t realize is that their child is
different—and very likely, so are they—so communication
skills need to shift!!” say Tom and Lindy Schneider,
also known as America’s College Advisors. Ask Tom and
Lindy how to be better prepared for that first visit
home, from keeping expectations realistic to quick and
easy conversation starters, all guaranteed to get
students talking and engaged. Lindy and Tom are
professional college advisors who have been featured on
ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, the CW and Inside Edition. Contact
Lindy Schneider at (602) 562-8669;
LSchneider@rtirguests.com

9. ==> Start a New Family Holiday Tradition

Kids are always impatient to open presents and
sometimes they’re more focused on opening the gifts
than the holiday experience of being around family,
sharing the joy, and celebrating. What if you wrapped
all of that into one irresistible activity and turned
it into a new family tradition? Invite children’s
author and mother of three Rosie Pova to share how to
start a beloved family tradition that bonds the
generations and creates an early love of reading.
You’ll also get tips to get older kids off their cell
phones and away from video games to join in the holiday
tradition. Imagine your brood cozying up to a fire on
Christmas Eve with hot cocoa and a book! Rosie Pova has
been featured on radio and in print. She is the author
of several children’s books including her latest
picture book, “Sarah’s Song.” Contact her at (214)
563-1633 (TX); rosie.pova@yahoo.com

10. ==> Saturday is Homeless Persons’ Remembrance Day

During the holidays our thoughts often turn to the
homeless. The season makes us think of the less
fortunate: who are they and what can we do to help?
What would you do if your mother was homeless and
refused to be helped? Marty Vargas will share the story
of finding his estranged birth mother 20 years after
the pair were discovered sleeping in the snow in
Philadelphia. Your listeners will be amazed as they
hear the stranger-than-fiction real-life drama that
unfolded amid the increasingly complicated search.
Marty Vargas, MFA, is a media owner, author, and an
international speaker. His incredible story has been
seen multiple times on ABC and NBC Philadelphia and Fox
News Washington, DC. and has been featured on over 90
stations around the country. Contact him at (631)
245-0790; MVargas@rtirguests.com

11. ==> Why More Healthcare Jobs Are Bad for Patients

The Bureau of Labor Statistics’ December Employment
Situation Summary was dominated by robust growth in the
healthcare sector. While this may sound like great
news, nationally recognized healthcare authority Deane
Waldman, MD, MBA, says it’s bad for patients. “The vast
majority of new healthcare hires are not providers,” he
points out, “but bureaucrats. So we are paying billions
of dollars in new salaries taking that money away from
patient care.” In fact, he says, “Job growth in the
healthcare sector actually reduces access to care.”
Invite Dr. Waldman on your show and discuss Obamacare,
why so many veterans are dying waiting in line for
care, and how to fix our current critically ill
healthcare system. Dr. Waldman is a pediatric
cardiologist, educator, researcher, medical
administrator, board director, and public policy
advisor and the author of “Curing the Cancer in U.S.
Healthcare: StatesCare & Market-Based Medicine.”
Contact Deane Waldman, MD, MBA, at (505) 255-2999;
dw@deanewaldman.com

12. ==> Are You in a Toxic Workplace?

A lot of overtly toxic behavior is easy to identify,
steer clear of, or speak up against. But not all
toxicity is obvious; subtly poisonous behavior can be
far more dangerous and that includes workplace
toxicity. Invite transformational coach Maki Moussavi
to discuss dealing with toxic people, behavior she was
subjected to during the more than a decade she spent in
corporate America. She’ll discuss common toxic
behaviors in the workplace (and at home) including non-
apologies, refusal to accept responsibility, a victim
mindset, projection, lack of empathy, and passive
aggression. But thankfully, she says no matter how
tough a toxic situation at work is, there is a way out.
You’ll learn what all toxic people have in common, why
logic won’t help you in dealing with the toxic people,
and 3 things you should never do if you have a toxic
relationship with someone at work. Maki Moussavi, MS,
CGC, is a transformational coach, motivational speaker,
and author with a background in science and consulting.
She’s the author of “The High Achiever’s Guide:
Transform Your Success Mindset and Begin the Quest to
Fulfillment.” Contact her at (913) 206-2513;
maki@makimoussavi.com

13. ==> Be an Office Hero: Run THE Perfect Meeting!

Chances are you’ve attended some long-winded,
unproductive, perhaps argument-filled meetings. Even
motivated team members and leaders exit such gatherings
saying things like “Why did we even get together
today?” and “Now we know less than when we walked in!”
So turn things around and help create meeting heroes,
by interviewing Dr. Teruni Lamberg, Ph.D. Dr. Lamberg
will share must-know factors about the best meetings
one will ever run or attend. Explore: determining the
ideal meeting length, date/time, venue and agenda…
facilitation techniques that keep attendees super-
engaged, attentive and ready to contribute ideas and
volunteer for assignments… surprising myths about
speakers and audio-visuals… whether meals/snacks are a
meeting magnet, or a distraction… pros/cons about
remote electronic meetings… and more. Dr. Lamberg is
the author of “Conducting Productive Meetings: How to
Generate and Communicate Ideas for Innovation” and
“Leaders Who Lead Successfully.” Contact Dr. Teruni
Lamberg at (775) 451-3086; TLamberg@rtirguests.com

14. ==> Attorney Reveals the Dark Side of Winning a
Lawsuit

15. ==> Carrying a Gun for Protection — Hear This
Expert

16. ==> The Truth Behind Jessica Simpson’s 100 LB
Weight Loss in 6 Months

According to news reports, Jessica Simpson lost 100
pounds in only 6 months. Sound too good to be true?
Invite exercise physiologist Kristen Carter to reveal
the truth behind the attention-getting headlines we
often see around celebrity weight loss. She can discuss
why Simpson’s weight loss wasn’t as dramatic as it
seemed, why most of us typically can’t lose weight as
quickly as celebrities, why fast weight loss isn’t
better weight loss, and how to adapt a routine to your
life that will work for you. Her new book, “Lose
Weight? Exercise More? I (Don’t) Think So! What to Do
When Your Doctor Tells You to Make Changes for Your
Health,” reveals why making the decision to lose weight
and exercise more is fraught with roadblocks and what
they are. Carter is an engaging speaker and popular
workshop presenter. Contact her at (267) 930-2547 (CO);
kacarter@rtirguests.com

17. ==> Overcome Wintertime Anxiety

For millions of people, colder weather brings the blues
along with darker days and staying inside more often.
Learn how to recognize and tame seasonal anxiety
triggers when psychotherapist Elke Scholz visits your
show. Known as the Anxiety Warrior, your expert guest
will answer questions like: What causes students,
teachers and parents to have “school season”
nervousness and uncertainty? Why is it so difficult to
deal with longer nights and even the return to Standard
Time? Do money issues and health challenges seem
intensified, especially when we’re paying for more
(tuition, travel, gift-shopping)? Scholz, author of
“Loving Your Life” and two “Anxiety Warrior” volumes,
will also explore wellness activities, meditations and
sleep advice to boost mood… why therapy needn’t
include meds… and embracing end-of-year positives
like seeing loved ones more, holiday prep, attending
concerts and festivals and New Year celebrations,
enjoying new TV shows and football, and pleasant winter
activities (everything from wintertime sports to cozy
warmth by the fireplace). Contact Elke Scholz at (705)
710-4315; escholz@rtirguests.com

18. ==> Have Beauty Pageants Really Evolved?

Beauty pageants traditionally were all about physical
appearances and the participants were often portrayed
as vapid Barbie dolls. But not anymore. “Accomplished
women are expected to be intelligent, skilled, poised
and attractive today which is reflected in media, and
even ‘beauty’ pageants,” says director/filmmaker and
author Kailin Gow. “Being strong is being beautiful.
This is being reflected in the Miss America Pageant’s
elimination of the swimsuit competition, transgender
pageants, the Miss Amazing Pageant for disabled women
and other, non-traditional celebrations of women that
go beyond focusing on mere physical beauty.” Kailin has
written hundreds of young adult books. She’s also a
director/filmmaker, the founder of Sparklesoup Inc.,
and the author of “Raising a Strong Daughter: What
Fathers Should Know.” Contact Kailin at
KGow@rtirguests.com; (617) 582-2121.

19. ==> Why it’s Hard to Relate (Especially Over the
Holidays)

20. ==> Death is Not the End of Life: Interview the
Undertaker’s Daughter

While growing up in a Midwestern funeral home where her
dad was an undertaker, Margo Lenmark discovered that we
can speak to the dearly departed. “I can share
fascinating experiences of growing up around death and
dead people, and the messages I received from them,”
she says. “I have a lot to say about death and gifts
people give when they die.” Many people wish they could
communicate with loved ones after they depart this
mortal coil, and she can share with audiences just how
to do that. Margo can reveal her journeys to the other
side, experiences she had in dreams and the important
messages she received about life from the deceased. She
is the author of “Light in the Mourning: Memoirs of an
Undertaker’s Daughter.” The book has received glowing
reviews from a number of prominent authors and
spiritual leaders including Deepak Chopra. Contact
Margo at MLenmark@rtirguests.com; (484) 928-7824

12/17/19 RTIR Newsletter: The Truth About Hoffa, Active Shooters, Double Holidays

December 17, 2019

01. The Irishman: Truth vs Tale – Jimmy Hoffa
02. Give Comey Credit, But Look at His Answers
03. Ten 2020 Anniversaries to Note
04. Nat Geo Explorer on the Search for Immortality
05. Biggest Holiday Rip-Offs and Scams
06. Have Your First Anxiety Free Holiday Season
07. Adult Coloring Book Helps Fight Climate Change
08. Chrismukkah: Celebrating 2 Religions During the Holidays
09. Saturday, Dec. 21 is Homeless Persons’ Remembrance Day
10. Why More Women Are Saying No to Motherhood
11. Is the Free and Fair Press Dying?
12. Would You Survive an Active Shooter Attack?
13. Your Next Child Could Be Frozen in a Faraway Laboratory!
14. The 3 Biggest Myths about Forgiveness
15. Why This Expert Says ‘We Must Stop Fighting Cancer!’
16. Millions Will Pledge to Lose Weight This New Year
17. Who Was in Your Bed Last Night? Dream Analysis
18. Surprise Benefits of 21st Century Meditation
19. Simple, Powerful Approach to Addiction
20. How to Grow Your Dreams After 40

1.==> The Irishman: Truth vs Tale – Jimmy Hoffa

Martin Scorsese’s new movie The Irishman is a star-
studded, gritty crime story starring Robert DeNiro, Al
Pacino and Joe Pesci. It follows a truck driver who
gets involved with the mob and becomes a hitman,
working for Jimmy Hoffa. Invite Harvard Law professor
and former senior U.S. Department of Justice official
Jack Goldsmith on your show to talk about one of the
most persistent criminal mysteries in American history:
what really happened to Jimmy Hoffa? Goldsmith is the
stepson of the lead suspect in the disappearance of
Charles “Chuckie” O’Brien, who was Hoffa’s closest aide
in the two decades before his disappearance and Mario
Puzo’s model for Tom Hagen in The Godfather. Jack
Goldsmith’s new book, “In Hoffa’s Shadow: A Stepfather,
a Disappearance in Detroit, and My Search for the
Truth,” is his account of Jimmy Hoffa’s rise and fall,
and his infamous disappearance on July 30, 1975.
Contact Johanna Ramos Boyer at (703) 646-5137; (703)
400-1099 (cell); johanna@jrbcomm.com or Erin Bolden at
(703) 646-5188.

2. ==> Give Comey Credit, But Look at His Answers

According to National Review columnist Andrew McCarthy,
former FBI director James Comey should be commended,
not only for accepting Chris Wallace’s invitation to
appear on Fox News Sunday but also for acknowledging
that serious abuses occurred in the surveillance the
bureau conducted under FISA (the Foreign Intelligence
Surveillance Act of 1978). “Still,” he says, “Many
Americans will have trouble squaring the director who
so mastered the details and drove the judgment calls in
the Clinton investigation with the director who says he
kept his distance from the Trump investigation.” Andrew
C. McCarthy is a senior fellow at the National Review
Institute and a contributing editor of National Review.
Contact him at @andrewcmccarthy

3. ==> Ten 2020 Anniversaries to Note

Anniversaries mark the passage of time, recall our
triumphs, and honor our losses. 2019 witnessed many
significant anniversaries: the centennial of the
signing of the Treaty of Versailles, the 75th
anniversary of D-Day and the 50th anniversary of the
moon landing to name a few. James Lindsay will share
10 significant anniversaries coming up in 2020. Did you
know that next year is the 75th anniversary of World
War ll? The World Trade Organization turns 25 next year
and we’ll mark the 10th anniversary of the devastating
Haiti earthquake and the 250th anniversary the Boston
Massacre! James Lindsay is senior vice president,
director of studies, and Maurice R. Greenberg chair at
the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR). He is a leading
authority on the American foreign policymaking process
and the domestic politics of American foreign policy.
Contact him at (212) 434-9626 (NY); (202) 509-8405 (DC)
or jlindsay@cfr.org

4.==> Nat Geo Explorer on the Search for Immortality

Scientists are exploring ways to advance our lifespan
and possibly cure death. Science fiction? Nope. It’s
real, it’s serious, and it’s on track to revolutionize
our definitions of life and mortality as we know it.
Invite National Geographic Explorer and former CNN-
Bureau Chief Chip Walter to discuss the scientific
pursuit of immortality and the Silicon Valley
billionaires shaping (and funding) this quest. You’ll
why scientists are embarking on this journey to find a
real-life fountain of youth, the mysteries of stem cell
rejuvenation and advanced genomics and why living to
over 100 isn’t science fiction any longer! Chip Walter
is a science author, filmmaker, and former CNN bureau
chief whose writing has appeared in The Economist, The
Wall Street Journal, Scientific American, Slate and
National Geographic magazine. His latest book is
“Immortality, Inc: Renegade Science, Silicon Valley
Billions, and the Quest to Live Forever.” Walter is
available for a limited number of interviews on January
14th. Contact Mala Perna at malapernamedia@gmail.com

5. ==> Biggest Holiday Rip-Offs and Scams

Tis the season for giving… and taking! Thieves know
your vulnerabilities this time of year and they are out
in full force looking for opportunities to steal your
money. Invite William Francavilla to share ways you can
minimize being scammed this holiday season. From
charity donations to online rip-offs and social media
phishing scams, Francavilla will outline ways to make
sure your hard-earned money doesn’t fall into the wrong
hands. Francavilla is the author of “The Madoffs Among
Us, Combat the Scammers, Con Artists and Thieves Who
Are Plotting to Steal your Money.” He’s a CFP and
former senior vice president, director of Wealth
Management for Legg Mason who has extensive media
experience. Contact him at (757) 870-4590;
wmfrancavilla@gmail.com

6. ==> Have Your First Anxiety Free Holiday Season

The holidays come year after year and so does your
stress about them! You’ll be on your way to your first
anxiety free holiday when you invite Davie Stone to
share three ways to take control of anxiety and seven
habits to replace the ones getting in the way of
enjoying the holiday season. Listeners will learn how
to do a muscle test to help identify anxiety triggers
and then get practical tips to lead them toward a
worry-free life. You’ll hear the sneaky ways we’ve been
conditioned to worry and a step-by-step process for
letting anxiety go. David’s story includes a downward
slide that left him homeless ten years ago. After a
decade of study, self-examination, and goal-setting he
was able to return to his role as a successful
marketing consultant. His new book is “Unsubscribe from
Anxiety: How to Opt Out of the Myth that Worry is
Required and Take Charge of Your Own Life Now.” Contact
David Stone at (425)-315-2231; david@i-fearless.com

7. ==> Call it A ‘Greta Gift’ – Adult Coloring Book
Helps Fight Climate Change

For most people, climate change is real and 16-year-old
Greta Thunberg is deserving of being Time Magazine’s
Person of the Year. And while adults also want to do
something about climate change, many feel they’re too
insignificant to make a difference or don’t know how to
have an impact. For them, internationally known artist
Lynn Matsuoka offers a starting point: this holiday
season, purchase copies of her new adult coloring book,
Saving Our Seabirds, to give to loved ones on their
holiday list so that they can learn more about why
birds are the harbingers of worse things to come,
appreciate their amazing qualities and, at the same
time, contribute to the Audubon Society’s Project
Puffin to help reclaim the birds’ habitats and keep
them healthy. Invite her on your show and learn the
important role birds play in insect control, plant
pollination and seed disbursement, and hear fascinating
facts about puffins, blue-footed boobies, and black-
footed albatrosses. Lynn Matsuoka is internationally
known for her drawings and paintings. Her fashion
illustrations have appeared in the Wall Street Journal,
Time, and Business Week as well as other publications.
She was a court reportage artist for ABC and CBS
network news, most notably as the court illustrator for
the Watergate hearings. Contact Lynn at (808) 479-5966;
artist@hamptonsartist.com

8. ==> Chrismukkah: Celebrating 2 Religions During the
Holidays

According to Pew Research, 39% of Americans who got
married since 2010 are in interfaith marriages. That’s
up from 19% 50 years ago. With many couples celebrating
both Christmas and Hanukkah, the time is right to
discuss being in an interfaith relationship during the
holidays with Mrs. Marguerite Berrah, whose late
husband’s new book “Our Common Faith” is an Amazon
bestseller. Marguerite, a Catholic, was married to Dr.
Ghoulem Berrah, a Muslim, for 40 years. She’ll discuss
ways their mutual belief in God solidified their
marriage even though they practiced different religious
customs. Her husband took her to church every Sunday
and celebrated Christmas and Easter with her and she
would fast during Ramadan. Together, they devoted their
lives to peace-making. She can also talk about The Dr.
Ghoulem Berrah Foundation whose mission cultivating
peaceful coexistence through programs supporting social
interaction and engagement of people of different
religions. Ghoulem was a diplomat, freedom fighter,
Muslim leader and medical pioneer. Contact Marguerite
Berrah at (305) 933-6088; berrahghoulem@yahoo.com

9. ==> Saturday, Dec. 21 is Homeless Persons’
Remembrance Day

10. ==> Why More Women Are Saying No to Motherhood

11. ==> Is the Free and Fair Press Dying?

12. ==> Would You Survive an Active Shooter Attack?

Mass shootings are happening at least monthly across
the U.S.! Adults and children have needlessly died or
been seriously injured when merely working, gathering,
studying, shopping or traveling. All types of public
locations have seen such carnage: schools, offices,
department stores, community events, factories, streets
and even places of worship. So what does it take to
come out alive when a rampaging shooter strikes in such
innocent settings? Would you (and your kids) know how
to find safety, shield others or retaliate? Would you
have the patience to observe yet make immediate, timely
decisions to react? Explore the vital answers, and hear
life-saving insights when you interview personal
protection specialist Allen Banks. He’s developed
active shooter and workplace violence prevention
training, plus special programs for schools and other
locations. Contact Banks at (661) 417-0786;
abanks@rtirguests.com

13. ==> Your Next Child Could Be Frozen in a Faraway
Laboratory!

14. ==> The 3 Biggest Myths about Forgiveness

Is there someone in your life—a parent, former spouse,
child, friend or perhaps even yourself—whom you believe
you should forgive but cannot? Jeanne Sanner explains
why forgiveness can be so difficult. She says,
“Forgiving isn’t something we can do; forgiveness is
the result of what we stop doing.” Jeanne can share a
simple formula she created that has already helped
hundreds of people change their beliefs to lead happier
lives. She is the author of “Finding Unconditional Love
a Little Peace at a Time.” She has a doctorate in
spiritual studies, a master’s in education and a
bachelor’s in psychology. Contact her at (949)
288-4851; JSanner@rtirguests.com

15. ==> Why This Expert Says ‘We Must Stop Fighting
Cancer!’

16. ==> Millions Will Pledge to Lose Weight This New
Year

Know someone eager to lose weight? Or who tried, failed
or regained the pounds back? Of course you do! Weight
control is a topic that interests and baffles countless
millions worldwide. And for 70 percent of all
Americans, it’s the biggest issue of their lives.
Audiences will thank you for interviewing Eli Glaser, a
sought-after weight management specialist and
nutritionist who discovered and promotes a sustainable
weight-loss solution unlike any other. Eli will discuss
his own personal weight loss journey and how he lives
130 pounds lighter and the difference between starving
on ineffective diets vs. striving toward ideal weight
with a food plan and lifestyle changes. You’ll learn
why obesity isn’t a medical problem, how to develop the
right relationship with food, and how to overcome
cravings and temptations and much more. Ask Eli about
his Soveya Solution, upcoming home study course, and
book “Enough Is Enough.” Contact him at (732)
578-8800; eliglaser@rtirguests.com

17. ==> Who Was in Your Bed Last Night? Dream Analysis

18. ==> Surprise Benefits of 21st Century Meditation

19. ==> Simple, Powerful Approach to Addiction

As a physician who specializes in opioid addiction
treatment, Dr. Isaac Alexis is especially frustrated by
the epidemic number of high-profile celebrity
overdoses, which he says he could have prevented. “If I
had been given 30 seconds, I could have saved Prince,”
says Dr. Isaac. He’ll share his simple but powerful
approach to treating addiction. “It’s not just about
treating the addict,” he says. “It’s about treating
their environments and families. We have to treat the
addict as a human being.” Dr. Isaac completed an
internship in trauma surgery at Cornell University at
New York Hospital of Queens. He served as medical
director at the Department of Justice as well as
director of infection control and chair of the quality
improvement medical committee. He is the author of
“Life and Death behind the Brick and Razor-Code Red
Diamond” and the upcoming “The Seductive Pink Crystal.”
Contact Dr. Isaac Alexis at (315)935-6348;
IAlexis@rtirguests.com

20. ==> How to Grow Your Dreams After 40

After turning 40, Sandra Matheson found herself at a
daunting crossroads in her life. She was divorced,
unable to continue her career as a veterinarian due to
work-related chemical sensitivities and stuck with a
money-losing farm. But she managed to turn lemons into
lemonade by rebuilding her farm, which became a
metaphor for her life. “Just as a farmer grows crops,
you can make the choice to grow your dreams after 40,”
she says. “The main focus has to be on silencing your
‘inner critic.’” Sandra is a co-host of New Cowgirl
Camps, which teach women about farming and ranching,
each June and August in Cheney, Wash. She is also the
author of “Thrive After 40? How to Seize the Life of
Your Dreams!” Contact her at smatheson@rtirguests.com;
(360) 325-4221.

12/12/19 RTIR Newsletter: The Truth about Santa, Holiday Addiction, The Sugar Witch

December 12, 2019

01. Are Jews a Nation or Religion?
02. Beyond Bombshell Report: Inside Afghanistan
03. And You Thought the White House Couldn’t Get Any Weirder
04. Hilarious Holiday Show: ‘Deck The Hallmark’ Podcast Guys
05. The Truth about Santa Claus: How St. Nick Became Santa
06. Make 2020 the Year You Fall in Love with Yourself
07. Seeing Miracles in Everyday Life
08. Holiday Addiction Advice
09. How to Feast Without Overindulging
10. It’s OK to Escape the Holidays
11. Are You Violating the Ten Commandments of Pain?
12. Spirituality — The Missing Link for Wellness?
13. Can Anyone Learn to be Happy?
14. Burned-Out, Worn-Out, Ready to Get Out — Setting New Opportunities for Teachers
15. 10 Tips to Breathe Better Today
16. Keeping Beds Dry Night after Night
17. Sugar Witch Helps You Overpower Your Sugar Habit
18. Psychiatrist Reveals 7 Words to Never Say When Talking to Yourself
19. How a Psychologist Who’s Survived So Much Can Help YOU
20. How Single Dads Can Raise Boys to be Gentlemen

1.==> Are Jews a Nation or Religion?

President Trump is expected to sign an executive order
that defines Judaism as a nationality and not just a
religion, which means discrimination against Jews would
be a violation of a key civil rights law. The White
House says the change will combat anti-Semitism on
college campuses, but not all Jews are happy with the
decision claiming it’s actually designed to have a
chilling effect on free speech and crack down on campus
critics of Israel rather than fight anti-Semitism.
Rabbi Alissa Wise says criticism of Israel is not the
same as anti-Semitism. “Trump said Jews would vote for
him because they like money. And yet now he suddenly
pretends to care about Jewish safety? He has never
cared about stopping antisemitism — this executive
order is about silencing Palestinians and the people
who speak up with them.” Rabbi Wise is acting co-
executive director of Jewish Voice for Peace. Contact
Sonya Meyerson-Knox at sonya@jvp.org

2. ==> Beyond Bombshell Report: Inside Afghanistan

A bombshell report detailing how successive U.S.
administrations misled the public about the nearly two-
decade-long war in Afghanistan went mostly ignored by
lawmakers – and the public — this week. The war is the
longest armed conflict in U.S. history and has cost
roughly 2,400 lives and more than $2 trillion yet most
Americans know little about the region or the people.
Bring Cat Parenti on your show to discuss her
experiences there, where she lived on and off for 20-
years. Parenti survived the political twists and turns
of Afghan history from King Zahir Shah through the rise
of the Taliban and started a successful business
selling antique clothing and jewelry to U.S. museums
and museum shops. She’ll discuss what it was like to be
a woman traveling alone through the war-torn country,
the rise of resistance fighters after the Soviet
invasion—including female fighters—and her work in the
resistance movement, and how the Taliban came to power.
Cat Parenti has shared her first-hand knowledge of
Afghanistan in numerous media interviews, in
presentations on Afghanistan at the U.N., and in
several books including “Afghanistan: A Memoir from
Brooklyn to Kabul.” Contact Cat Parenti at (520)
508-0211; cat.parenti@gmail.com

3.==> And You Thought the White House Couldn’t Get Any Weirder

Did you know James Monroe used to enjoy swimming nude
in the Potomac River? Or that doctors once held a press
conference to announce Dwight Eisenhower moved his
bowels? Or that Calvin Coolidge often conferred with a
raccoon? Or that First Lady Florence Harding gave press
interviews in her negligee? Or that George H.W. Bush
took showers with his dog? Author Hal Marcovitz can
talk about the many strange stories that have been
circulating around the White House since John and
Abigail Adams occupied the Executive Mansion, including
some very odd stories about the current occupant.
Marcovitz, a longtime journalist, is the author of the
novel “Painting the White House,” which tells the story
of an ordinary house painter who finds himself at the
center of White House intrigues and misadventures.
Contact him at (215) 718-6807 or hmarcovitz@aol.com

4. ==> Hilarious Holiday Show: ‘Deck The Hallmark’ Podcast Guys

Who would have thought The Hallmark Channel would
strike gold making Christmas movies? And who would have
thought those sometimes-cheesy movies would spawn the
hilarious Deck The Hallmark podcast? Three guys, with
three different takes, put each Hallmark Christmas
movie under the microscope for an in-depth review each
podcast, resulting in over a million listens and
appearances on Good Morning America. They’ve even been
able to feature some of the stars of the movies
(although they’re still pursuing perennial Hallmark
lead, Candace Cameron Bure). The guys are available to
talk about Season 2 of their popular podcast. Bring
them on-air for a fun show. Contact Daniel Thompson at
(864) 571-2845; Dthompson@rtirguests.com

5. ==> The Truth about Santa Claus: How St. Nick Became
Santa

6. ==> Make 2020 the Year You Fall in Love with
Yourself

7. ==> Seeing Miracles in Everyday Life

People love stories about miracles, particularly at
holiday time. But, as Barry Shore will tell you,
miracles are not just for Christmas or Hanukkah, they
are hiding in plain sight on any given day. Bring Barry
on your show to explain his SMILE process, an acronym
for Seeing Miracles in Life Every day, and how even
adults can learn to develop their SOW, the Sense of
Wonder eight-year-olds routinely exhibit. Your audience
will take away a sense of gratitude for what is right
with their lives instead of focusing on what they
perceive is missing. A former quadriplegic, Shore’s
mission is spreading the joy of being alive no matter
what adversities people face. He hosts The Joy of
Living radio program and podcast and has been featured
in or appeared on O Magazine, Fox, NBC, ABC, and
Forbes. Contact him at (310) 770-4685;
barry@barryshore.com

8. ==> Holiday Addiction Advice

1 out of 3 people suffers from an addiction of some
sort and the holidays – from Thanksgiving through New
Year’s – are full of stressful situations AND ample
opportunities to imbibe. Michael McGee, M.D. says the
combination can be especially explosive and
uncomfortable at family gatherings and work functions!
Invite Dr. McGee to share 5 tips to deal with everyone
from an obnoxious drunken uncle to a flirtatious and
inappropriate coworker. He’ll help your audience
navigate the uncomfortable experience in the moment,
whether at home or at the office holiday party, and
share ways you can (and can’t) help an addict accept
treatment and recover. Dr. Michael McGee trained at
Stanford and Harvard Medical Schools and has helped
hundreds of patients beat their addictions. He’s the
author of “The Joy of Recovery: The New 12 Step Guide
to Recovery from Addiction.” Contact Dr. McGee at (978)
360-6071; mdm@wellmind.com

9. ==> How to Feast Without Overindulging

10. ==> It’s OK to Escape the Holidays

If the holidays stress you out, getting out of town
might be the answer! “Many people who feel overly
stressed by the holidays are actually feeling stressed
by all the people they need to please. Learning how to
set good boundaries around the holidays can really
help!” says Jennifer Cochern, LCPC. Interview Jennifer
to find out what’s behind all this holiday stress, how
to pinpoint your triggers ahead of time, and when it’s
a good time to pack up and head out of town for the
holidays! “Some people love the holidays – it energizes
them. But for many, the idea of planning their lives 6
weeks (or more) ahead of time doesn’t feel mindful, it
feels manipulative!” says Jennifer. “Many people think
they don’t have a choice around the holidays – but they
DO!” Jennifer Cochern, LCPC is a counselor and the
author of “Alignment: Move from Internal Chaos to
Clarity.” She’s worked with hundreds of clients
promoting personal growth and healthier relationship
skills. Contact Jennifer Cochern at (208) 817-2870;
JCochern@rtirguests.com

11. ==> Are You Violating the Ten Commandments of Pain?

At least 25 percent of your listeners experience
chronic pain or love someone who does, and everyone
else would love to learn how they can avoid joining
their ranks! That’s why you’ll want to interview Trevor
Campbell, M.D., a family physician who has worked in
multidisciplinary pain management and opioids reduction
programs and served as medical director for a leading
pain management provider. With a charming South African
accent and a rare ability to speak in layman’s terms,
Dr. Campbell will reveal what the Ten Commandments of
Pain are, shatter myths about what pain is, and reveal
his evidence-based, non-pharmacological approach for
reducing pain and enjoying life more. Dr. Campbell’s
new book is “The Language of Pain: Fast Forward Your
Recovery to Stop Hurting.” Contact him at (250)
217-7832; tcampbell@rtirguests.com

12. ==> Spirituality — The Missing Link for Wellness?

13. ==> Can Anyone Learn to be Happy?

According to the 2019 UN Report on Happiness, Americans
are the least happy they have ever been for a variety
of reasons. But Jim Ryan believes—and his long career
attests—that happiness and joy are like muscles that
can be strengthened. Invite this upbeat expert on your
program to share the eight characteristics of happy
people that anyone can learn to incorporate into their
life. He’ll also reveal how to avoid the traps we fall
into that lead to unhappiness—including worrying about
what other people think of us. Jim is the author of
“Simple Happiness, 52 Easy Ways to Lighten Up” and a
frequent media guest who gives workshops on happiness
all over the country, even prisons. Contact him at
(631) 203-8441; JRyan@rtirguests.com

14. ==> Burned-Out, Worn-Out, Ready to Get Out —
Setting NEW Opportunities for Teachers

15. ==>10 Tips to Breathe Better Today

16. ==> Keeping Beds Dry Night after Night

Does your child or teen do it — even once in a while?
Are older family members also prone to wetting the bed?
Find out more about this common condition that can be
treated, when you interview Jeff Lazarus, M.D. He’ll
discuss his comprehensive home video program “Keeping
the Bed Dry,” which incorporates medical hypnosis for
anyone hoping to finally awaken to a dry bed. Invite
this acclaimed physician to answer questions like: How
does hypnosis work so well to help keep beds dry? What
other advice does he offer for lifestyle and behavior?
What should parents, teachers, coaches and health
professionals know? Why do so many doctors avoid the
issue? Do adult diapers only make things worse? Can the
problem become more noticeable at different times of
year – including during the holiday season? Contact Dr.
Lazarus at (216) 800-0498; jlazarus@rtirguests.com

17. ==> Sugar Witch Helps You Overpower Your Sugar
Habit

They’re calling you: Those seemingly irresistible
candies, desserts and high fructose drinks. For anyone
who wants to avoid all the harmful consequences of
sugar overwhelm from obesity to type-2 diabetes, the
Sugar Witch Marsha Allen can literally be a life-saver.
Invite her to discuss her amazing 60-day program for
living a sweet life minus the sugar addiction, and
clever strategies to embrace healthier snacks and
treats. You’ll learn how to recognize and refuse hidden
super-sweet foods of all types and how to deny and even
prevent cravings (especially at holiday time!) Marsha
hosts the show “Sugar Addicts” on Crown City News TV.
She is the author or “Spoiled Rotten on a Diet: Gluten,
Sugar & Dairy Free Made Simple,” and is the spouse of a
type-2 diabetic who is reversing his disease. Contact
Marsha at (727) 498-8338 or (902) 694-2901;
usmarsha@gmail.com

18. ==> Psychiatrist Reveals 7 Words to Never Say When
Talking to Yourself

Dr. Donald Pet has helped people break addictions,
transform their lives, and radically increase their own
happiness simply by teaching them seven “word
switches.” For example, instead of telling yourself,
you “should” do something, say that you “can” do it.
Instead of saying that something “made” you sad, tell
yourself that you “allowed” it to discourage you.
Instead of saying you feel a lot of anger, tell
yourself that you feel a lot of “energy” about the
situation. These are just some of the ways Dr. Pet has
helped countless people from all walks of life break
the cycle of common emotions and increase their levels
of personal joy and fulfillment. Pet is the founder of
lovingmenow.org. His course is completely free and
designed to have you become a much more loving person.
Contact Dr. Donald Pet (860) 324-9991;
ddpet@comcast.net

19. ==> How a Psychologist Who’s Survived So Much Can
Help YOU

20. ==> How Single Dads Can Raise Boys to be Gentlemen

As the divorced father of two sons, Pastor Eric
Hawthorne knows the struggles that young boys who grow
up without fathers face. “A lot of boys don’t know how
to become men due to that lack of a role model. We need
programs where men help them to learn manhood. It will
impact society for the long haul and keep boys out of
trouble.” Pastor Eric will discuss The Gentleman’s Club
launched by South Carolina elementary school teacher
Raymond Nelson, a program for boys that helps to
instill confidence, self-respect and respect for others
and share how to mentor young fatherless boys to help
them to become great men. A second-generation pastor of
Daystar Deliverance Ministries in Richardson, Texas,
Eric Hawthorne is author of the upcoming “Are You Ready
for Marriage?” Contact Eric at
EHawthorne@rtirguests.com; (214) 225-0769.