admin - - Page 128

03/01/18 RTIR Newsletter: Common Sense School Safety, Mid Day Energy Boosts, College Acceptance Season

March 1, 2018

01. Did Georgia Lawmakers Blow Amazon Deal?
02. The Answer to Gun Violence is Less Gun Control
03. Educator: We Need Common Sense School Safety
04. New Guidelines: Screen All Teens for Depression
05. On the Ballot in MA: A Millionaire’s Tax
06. After Traumatic Events: The Ones Left Standing
07. $$ Saving Tax Tips:10 Overlooked Deductions
08. The FOG: College Acceptance Season
09. What Bad Trade Numbers Mean for You
10. She Helps Catch Workplace Crooks
11. Two Sides to ‘Black Panther’
12. Before You Say ‘I Don’t’
13. Get a Mid-Day Energy Boost Naturally
14. Speech Fear Halting Your Career?
15. Tarot Expert – US is in Tower of Destruction Phase
=======================================

1. ==> Did Georgia Lawmakers Blow Amazon Deal?

Atlanta and Boston are competing for Amazon’s new HQ2,
but business strategist Peter Cohan says the
controversy over Delta’s decision to eliminate
discounts for NRA members may swing things in
Beantown’s direction. In response to Delta’s
announcement, Georgia lawmakers are threatening to
remove a $50 million tax break for the company,
something Cohan says could scare away Amazon.
“Georgia’s response to Delta’s decision to end its NRA
discounts — along with Boston’s surplus of tech talent
— could make it easier for Amazon to pick Boston —
which Oliver Wendell Holmes once described as the ‘hub
of the solar system — for its HQ2.” At stake are 50-
thousand high paying jobs and $5 billion in investment
that Amazon plans to bring to whichever city it picks.
Peter Cohan has appeared on ABC’s Good Morning America,
CNN, CNBC, PBS’s Wall $treet Week, and New England
Cable News (NECN). His latest book is “Startup Cities:
Why Only a Few Cities Dominate the Global Startup Scene
and What the Rest Should Do About It.” He also teaches
business strategy and entrepreneurship at Babson
College. Contact him at (508) 460-9348 (MA); (508)
361-3805 (cell) or peter@petercohan.com

2. ==> The Answer to Gun Violence is Less Gun Control

Former British Army Officer Chris Bird says, “At a time
when students and those on the left of the political
spectrum are crying for more gun control in the
mistaken belief that it will reduce mass shootings,
less gun control might cut down on the number of
innocents murdered.” Bird says what enables these mass
killers is the so-called gun-free zone. “The problem
with gun-free zones is that they aren’t free of guns.
They are the places of choice for killers and
terrorists to rack up their totals of killed and
wounded in places like Columbine, Virginia Tech, Fort
Hood, the Charleston AME Church, Sandy Hook and Marjory
Stoneman Douglas High School. They are killing zones.”
Bird says eliminating gun-free zones would go a long
way to reducing the times these killers have to
operate. Chris Bird is the author “Surviving a Mass
Killer Rampage: When Seconds Count, Police Are Still
Minutes Away.” Contact him at (210) 308-8191;
cjbird@satx.rr.com

3. ==> Educator: We Need Common Sense School Safety

For thirty years, Susan Colton taught in public school
classrooms and worked in school administration as a
highly respected, nationally recognized principal. Her
Coral Springs elementary school was a feeder school
into Marjorie Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland,
Florida and one of her former students was a victim of
the horrific Valentine’s Day massacre. Invite her on
your show to share her views on school safety and
discuss why she believes this will be the tipping point
for common sense gun legislation. “Students across the
nation are demonstrating and organizing school walkouts
to say, ‘enough is enough.’ Parents and communities are
listening and demanding their children’s schools are
made safer by requiring background checks for all gun
purchases, by making sure mental health care is taken
seriously, and yes, maybe even by putting an armed
guard at every school.” Susan Colton is a retired
principal and author of “Principal’s Passion: A Quest
for Quality Public Education.” Contact her at (954)
695-5065; scolton@bellsouth.net

4. ==> New Guidelines: Screen All Teens for Depression

The American Academy of Pediatrics issued an update to
its guidelines this week calling for universal
screening for depression in adolescents “in an era of
great clinical need and shortage of mental health
specialists.” Previous AAP research shows only about 50
percent of youth aged 10-21 are diagnosed before
adulthood – and as many as 2 in 3 with depression fail
to receive the care they need, the academy said.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention, suicide is the third leading cause of death
for youth between the ages of 10 and 24, and results in
approximately 4,600 lives lost each year. Interview Dr.
John Huber, chairman for the non-profit Mainstream
Mental Health about the issue of teens and depression.
A mental health professional for over twenty years, Dr.
Huber is a clinical forensic psychologist, and he is a
practitioner with privileges at two long term acute
care hospitals. Contact Ryan McCormick at (516)
901-1103; (919) 377-1200

5. ==> On the Ballot in MA: A Millionaire’s Tax

Voters in Massachusetts will decide this November on
whether the commonwealth should levy a 4 percent tax on
incomes in excess of $1 million. The Fair Share
Amendment would raise an estimated $1.9 billion per
year in revenue to be invested in public education and
transportation. Some business groups are challenging
the measure, but Andrew Farnitano of Raise Up
Massachusetts says there are business and municipal
leaders who understand the need to invest in schools
and transportation infrastructure. “Massachusetts is
one of the richest states in the nation, but we rank
45th in state spending on higher education, 45th in the
state of our transportation system, and 33rd in the
share of our state’s economic resources dedicated to
public education. Without investment in these common
goals, working families fall behind and our communities
suffer.” Raise Up Massachusetts is a coalition of more
than 100 community organizations, religious groups,
labor unions, and volunteers. Together they collected
more than 157,000 signatures to qualify the measure for
the ballot. Contact Andrew Farnitano at (925) 917-1354,
andrew@crawfordstrategies.com

6. ==> After Traumatic Events: The Ones Left Standing

What are realistic expectations for returning to work,
school and life following a traumatic event? What
should survivors, parents, first responders, media,
business leaders and teachers know about the ‘invisible
wounds’? How long is the aftermath? When will survivors
be ‘productive’ again? Is that even fair to ask? “How
should I act now?” “What should I say?” These are the
hard questions that surface for and about ‘the ones
left standing’ following a traumatic event. Since 2015
our country is averaging 1 school shooting per week
combined with increased mass casualty events from
violence and natural disasters. Get ready for a
powerful and meaningful show with ‘Thanatologist’ and
Crisis Communication expert Lisa Dinhofer, MA, CT who
will provide realistic and insightful information to
your audience and on-the-spot answers for call-in
listeners about a topic that is quickly impacting our
entire nation. Resilience is possible. Contact Lisa at
(301) 366-7944; info@kodenllc.com

7. ==> $$ Saving Tax Tips:10 Overlooked Deductions

Did you know that false teeth and fertility enhancement
could be tax deductions? Or that there’s a deduction
for victims of Ponzi schemes? The tax code is long, and
there are lots of tax breaks that your listeners don’t
know about. Deductions that could reduce their tax
bill. That’s why you should invite Martha O’Gorman to
share her Top 10 Overlooked Tax Deductions. O’Gorman
can let your listeners in on the tips the tax pros
know. She worked for Jackson Hewitt Tax Service before
co-founding Liberty Tax, the brand with the iconic
Statue of Liberty wavers. She is the chief marketing
officer of the company, with more than 4,000 locations
in the U.S. and Canada, and she knows taxes. Contact
Martha O’Gorman at (888) 848-5344 or martha@libtax.com.

8. ==> The FOG: College Acceptance Season

If you’re a high school senior, this is the best and
the worst of times. There’s a lot of pressure and
uncertainty swirling around this season. As friends
hear about college acceptances the pressure mounts.
Students cringe at the dreaded questions on everyone’s
lips… “where have you gotten into? What’s your
leaning so far? What’s your first choice?” Pardon the
language, but it can be a “what the FOG” time. That’s
code for uncertain. How do you navigate this time of
transition FOG and the emotion that comes with it?
Brenda Reynolds has addressed this in her TEDx talk,
Navigating Transition Fog. And she can help students
and families alike with strategies to help get through
this time, so they can get on with the fun of finishing
high school. Brenda Reynolds is the author of “TBD: To
be Determined: Leading with Clarity and Confidence in
Uncertain Times.” Contact her at (610) 639-5722;
brenda@bkrconsult.com

9. ==> What Bad Trade Numbers Mean for You

The recently released trade numbers for 2017 show a bad
situation getting worse: Americans bought $810 billion
more goods from other countries than we sold to them, a
six percent increase over the previous year. Those
numbers translate into lost jobs, lower pay, family
breakup, and drug abuse, says James A. Stuber, author
of the new book, “What if Things Were Made in America
Again.” In a lively and provocative interview, Stuber
explains how consumers can solve the problem by buying
things made in American communities. James A. Stuber
is the founder of Made in America Again, a movement of
consumers dedicated to rebuilding the American middle
class by buying things made in American communities.
Stuber is an attorney and entrepreneur who formerly
served as legislative assistant to a member of the
United States House of Representatives. Contact him at
(610) 608-5074; james.stuber@themadeinamericabook.com.

10. ==> She Helps Catch Workplace Crooks

An epidemic of workplace thievery and embezzlement
harms today’s business world, our economy, and
ultimately your income and net worth — says
profitability specialist and entrepreneur Ruth King,
whose book series “The Ugly Truth about Cash” includes
the top-selling “50 Ways Employees and Vendors Steal
from You and What You Can Do About It.” Invite King to
share outrageous stories whereby companies lose
millions when employees cook the books for their own
gain or use time-cards to fake work hours. King says 95
percent of employees and even vendors admit to brazenly
stealing from the worksite. Pilfered items include:
everything from motors to nitrogen, from office
supplies and stamps to copper, and whatever’s not
bolted down (or is!). While sometimes funny and quirky,
these examples represent CRIME. King offers remedies
for discovering, preventing and recovering from
workplace theft. Live call-in shows and podcasts can
invite on-the-job thieves to “confess” and share their
most unusual sticky-hand stories. Book Ruth King for
interviews at 770-729-8000; rking@ontheribbon.com.

11. ==> Two Sides to ‘Black Panther’

‘Black Panther’ continues to dominate the box office
with audiences and critics lauding the film. Award-
winning author Tony J. Selimi loves the movie for the
powerful message that it carries but says just like in
life, there are two sides to every story. “Just looking
at the positive reviews of ‘Black Panther’ can blind us
to the negative effects this kind of movie may have
globally. Science tells us that the very same things
that give rise to peace also are the seeds that give
rise to a raging war. Similarly, the movie can have a
negative impact on someone who is already polarized,
has mental health problems, and can use it to support
racism, nationals, and the rise to more segregation and
separation between creeds and races.” Tony J. Selimi is
author of “A Path to Wisdom” and “#Loneliness – The
Virus of the Modern Age,” and co-creator of “Living My
Illusion- The Truth Hurts,” an award-winning
documentary. Tony has appeared on over 100 TV and radio
stations across the world. Contact him at +44 &8 1717
4708; tony@tonyselimi.com

12. ==> Before You Say ‘I Don’t’

You’re miserable in your marriage, your spouse cheated
on you, or you’ve simply grown apart. You may think
your only option is divorce, but attorney Neal Prevost,
says that’s not true. He’ll discuss the real cost of
divorce and explain why he thinks it’s the dumbest
thing we do in America. Prevost says after handling
more than a thousand family law cases over the past
twenty years, he’s seen patterns that lead to divorce
and will share how to stop them before it’s too late.
He’ll also tell you what the back story is in most
contested matters. Neal Prevost is a founding partner
of Prevost, Shaff, Mason & Carns, PLLC. Contact him at
(214) 629-7494; info@nealprevost.com

13. ==> Get a Mid-Day Energy Boost Naturally

The afternoon slump can hit hard but José de la Torre
says, energy drinks, coffee or candy bars aren’t the
only ways to get an energy boost when you need some pep
in your step. Jose will share three ways to boost your
energy naturally, using nothing but your own body.
He’ll share how to radically increase your energy and
rejuvenate your body using slow gentle movements
combined with breathing. A Qi Gong teacher and
practitioner, Jose teaches people how to become aware
of the energy in and around them, and how to use it. He
is the author of “Spiritual Living for Busy People”.
Contact him at (817) 304-6148; jose@peace-coach.com

14. ==> Speech Fear Halting Your Career?

A great speaking ability is one of “the” top must-have
skills, yet so many are terrified by it, and even more
just don’t do it well. Deanna Ford will share
strategies, skills and knowledge to help you not just
survive, but succeed. You’ll learn how to plan, prep
and perform when it’s your turn to be in the limelight.
Deanna is the author of the new book “Command the
Stage: A Speaker’s Guide to Using Notes Strategically
to Develop and Deliver Better Speeches.” A portion of
book proceeds will be given to New Directions Speakers
School, a not-for-profit that helps marginalized people
grow their speaking voice so they can better
participate in the community. For the last 30 years,
Deanna has earned her living on stage in front of
audiences as a musician, and then speaker. Contact her
at (807) 475-3631; deanna@deannaford.ca

15. ==> Tarot Expert – US is in Tower of Destruction
Phase

Julia Gordon-Bramer, a creative writing professor who
is one of St. Louis’ Top Ten Psychics and St. Louis’
Number One Fortune-Teller (according to CBS), has been
reading tarot cards professionally for 40 years. So
when she says current events point to the U.S. being in
a Tower of Destruction cycle that’s huge. (The Tower
card features lightning striking a gray stone tower,
bodies falling, and the whole building collapsing.)
Bring Julia on your program to learn what accounts for
the instability and where it is likely to lead us. Ask
her: What does the Tower card portend? In what way is
this phase similar to one experienced in the 1950s? How
does Donald Trump personify the Tower card? What
prompted your interest in tarot and all things
mystical? How does that go over in the academic world?
Julia teaches at Lindenwood University and is a Sylvia
Plath scholar. Reach her at (314) 517-0158;
wordgirl@nighttimes.com

02/27/18 RTIR Newsletter: Fake Faith, Daylight Savings, Immune Boosters

February 27, 2018

01. Can Millennials Save the World?
02. Why Can’t Docs Diagnose Mass Murderers?
03. The President’s Faith is Fake
04. ‘Wicked Tuna’ Captain Dave Marciano
05. Two Sides to ‘Black Panther’
06. Remembering Billy Graham
07. You Won’t Believe What People Pilfer from Work!
08. Is Daylight Savings Time Bad for Your Health?
09. Surprising Immune Booster
10. Breakthrough Memory Loss Treatment
11. Eat More Pizza & Chocolate AND Lose Weight
12. Anxiety is Not a Life Sentence
13. She Remembers Her Past Life… Do You?
14. Why Are Hawaiians Happier? Aloha
15. Coming Out of the Closet – As a Psychic Medium
=======================================

1. ==> Can Millennials Save the World?

Doomsayers claim the generation born between 1982 and
2000 will inherit a huge global mess as they enter
their prime, and that they’re powerless to do anything
about it. Yet, less than a week after an armed gunman
walked into their school and killed 17 people, students
from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School were
mobilizing a nationwide protest. And every day we see
the ongoing battle between the teenage activists and
lawmakers and NRA representatives opposing gun control.
The activism surprised many, but not Yasmin Davar.
“This enormous demographic that now comprises more than
one quarter of the U.S. and world populations is more
diverse, educated, technologically advanced and
independent-minded than any previous generation. They
also care deeply about the environment and the overall
health of the planet. Millennials will be the ones to
save the world from disaster.” Yasmin will provide a
step-by-step guide for these young future movers and
shakers that is simple, yet extremely powerful. Yasmin
Davar is an environmental engineer with a Master of
International Studies in Peace and Conflict Resolution
and the author of the book “Our Peaceful Planet:
Healing Ourselves and the World for a Sustainable
Future.” Contact her at yasmin@yasmindavar.com.

2. ==> Why Can’t Docs Diagnose Mass Murderers?

There’s no debating that mental health care is
underfunded and in need of improvements, but is that
the key to preventing mass shootings like the one at a
Florida high school this month? Frank Farley, a
psychologist at Temple University who has studied
extreme psychological behaviors says unfortunately, no.
“Psychological science can’t identify who might go on
to commit a mass shooting. It’s such an extreme
psychologically that it’s a special category. In a
sense, every mass murderer and serial killer has mental
problems beyond the standard nomenclature.” Why can’t
current diagnostics understand these outliers? Farley
said it’s because they haven’t been studied enough.
“Many mass murderers end up dead by their own hands or
by the police at the scene of the crime. So there are
few mass killers for criminal psychologists to analyze,
and little data from which to draw conclusions.” Frank
Farley, Ph.D., is a former president of the American
Psychological Association. Contact him at (215)
668-7581; frank.farley@temple.edu or
frank.farley@comcast.net

3. ==> The President’s Faith is Fake

CBN political correspondent David Brody and Washington
Times columnist and Liberty University professor Scott
Lamb’s new book is called “The Faith of Donald J.
Trump,” but author and journalist Sophia Nelson says,
“I have just finished reading the book and in my
opinion, it should be called, ‘An Apology for Trump’s
Lack of Faith.’” The lifelong, black moderate
Republican says President Trump’s faith has been a hot
topic of discussion since he was a candidate for office
in the 2015 primaries. “It has been a point of vigorous
public debate on whether the ‘Christian right’ and the
‘political right’ formed an unholy alliance to propel
Trump, who agrees with them on political issues, into
the White House. I think evidence suggests that they
have.” Sophia Nelson is an NBC THINK contributor and
the author of “E Pluribus One: Reclaiming Our Founders
Vision for a United America.” Contact Monica Wood at
monica@mwprinc.com

4. ==> ‘Wicked Tuna’ Captain Dave Marciano

National Geographic’s hit series ‘Wicked Tuna’ kicks
off Sunday, March 11, with Captain Dave Marciano
returning for a 7th season. He’s out to turn things
around after a disappointing season in Gloucester last
year, in which he caught only five fish and landed near
the bottom of the leaderboard. This year, Marciano is
looking to start strong and land some big paydays as he
teams up once again with his son and first mate, Joe,
and welcomes a new crew member aboard — his oldest
daughter, Angelica. Captain Dave Marciano is available
for interviews on March 8th and 9th from the outer
banks of North Carolina where he is filming ‘Wicked
Tuna Outer Banks.’ Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703)
646-5137 or Megan Bonomo at (703) 646-5188.

5. ==> Two Sides to ‘Black Panther’

6. ==> Remembering Billy Graham

The Rev. Billy Graham was one of the world’s most
famous Christian evangelists. Known as ‘America’s
pastor,’ he was a key figure in the revival of the U.S.
evangelical Christian movement. But Meredith Iler knew
another side of Graham. Her grandfather, Carloss
Morris, helped found the Billy Graham Evangelistic
Association, and worked alongside the Reverend for more
than fifty years. “I had the privilege to know Billy
throughout my life and was blessed to get to pray with
Dr. Graham to receive Christ when I was 6 years old.
As I grew older, I went to numerous crusades and was
able to join my grandfather for many of the overseas
board meetings including the Amsterdam crusade and
board meeting in 1986.” Meredith Iler credits Graham
and her grandfather with shaping her own commitment to
serve others. She is the president of the Strategic
Alliance and chairman emeritus of Helping a Hero, an
organization that provides support for injured military
personnel. Contact her at (832) 647-8683;
meredithiler@aol.com

7. ==> You Won’t Believe What People Pilfer from Work!

8. ==> Is Daylight Savings Time Bad for Your Health?

When we “spring forward” one hour on March 11th, many
will complain about losing just one hour of sleep. Is
one hour of sleep a big deal? Studies show an increase
in heart attacks on the Monday following the time
shift, and within the first 48 hours after the time
change, a spike in automobile fatalities. Is this a
coincidence? Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith will talk about
the pros and cons of losing sleep in the morning for an
extra hour of sunlight in the evening. She’ll discuss
how to get a quality night’s sleep, and advise parents
on how to help their children acclimate to time changes
– as well as the physical changes that occur in
everyone’s bodies when seasons and schedules change.
Dr. Saundra will reveal strategies for feeling rested
and refreshed despite the time change, how to feel
better with less hours of sleep, and how to adjust your
attitude so you’ll be able to sleep better at night.
Sleep hygiene is a very hot topic! Dr. Saundra’s advice
and expertise has been featured in Woman’s Day and
Prevention magazines. You can reach her at
DrDaltonSmith@gmail.com or (256) 405-9765.?

9. ==> Surprising Immune Booster

It seems everyone is either sick with the flu or
desperately trying to prevent it these days. While you
might think of fasting as a weight loss tactic, Jose de
la Torre says new studies confirm intermittent fasting
(not eating solids for 2-3 days at a time) actually
boosts the immune system and could help you fight off
the flu and many other health issues. “While the body
is fasting, it destroys white blood cells. But when
solids are reintroduced, new white blood cells are
created that are more robust than before, preventing
more illnesses!” He’ll discuss that, and other ways to
boost your immune system naturally. Jose de la Torre is
a Qi Gong teacher and practitioner, and teaches energy
health practices. Contact him at (817) 304-6148;
jose@peace-coach.com.

10. ==> Breakthrough Memory Loss Treatment

Everyone wants to live a long life but no one wants to
grow old. People are eager to learn the latest
information on avoiding the bogeymen of old age:
dementia, Alzheimer’s and other forms of memory loss.
Michael Morgan can discuss the latest research for what
amounts to a longevity prescription—added years of good
health. Bring him on air to share what you need to know
about your glymphatic system, detoxing, avoiding
inflammation and creating healthy neural pathways. He
can even share ways to reverse memory loss in those who
already have it. He’s got breakthrough information many
are praying for. Morgan is the author of “Prevent
Alzheimer’s in Just 10 Minutes a Day with the
BodyEnergy Prescription and CranioSacral Therapy.”
He’ll be speaking at the Aging in America Conference in
San Francisco on March 28. Reach him at (312) 543-4719;
media@bodyenergy.net

11. ==> Eat More Pizza & Chocolate AND Lose Weight

Mouth-watering pizza. Rich chocolate. Both top the list
of foods many people can’t stop eating until they’ve
consumed the entire pie or box of candy. But live on
the air, Sora Vernikoff can teach your audience her
simple Green Technique that will allow them to eat all
the pizza and chocolate they want and still lose
weight. Turning conventional wisdom on its ear, she’ll
explain why thinking about food makes you fat—not
eating it—and bad-for-you foods are a myth. Sora, a
former elementary school teacher who lost 25 pounds and
has kept them off for decades, has helped hundreds of
people discover the secret for knowing when to stop
eating. She is the author of the Amazon bestseller “Eat
Want You Want! Stop When You Want!: A No-Diet, Weight-
Loss Program.” This experienced talk show guest spent
more than a decade teaching her program while working
under the auspices of a leading New York City
endocrinologist. She has also taught the program at the
Learning Annex and lectured at Lennox Hill Hospital.
Contact her at (212) 464-8590; soravernikofff@gmail.com

12. ==> Anxiety is Not a Life Sentence

Psychotherapist Jodi Aman says having anxiety can seem
like a life sentence. “You are not just wired that way!
Anxiety is actually highly treatable. People are
suffering needlessly when they just need to know what
to do to get rid of it.” She adds, “There are ways of
thinking that lead to anxiety and ways of thinking that
eliminate it. It is how you think about what you feel
that makes the difference.” You’ll learn what to do
when you feel panicked, how control issues feed into
anxiety, and why anxiety is a dirty, rotten liar. Jodi
Aman has been a practicing psychotherapist for more
than 20 years and has a YouTube channel with online
courses to get rid of anxiety. Her latest book is
“Anxiety & Panic Workbook: Stop Stressing, Start
Living.” Contact her at (585) 233 8979;
jodiaman@yahoo.com

13. ==> She Remembers Her Past Life… Do You?

Today Diana Scanlan is a Medical Intuitive Energy
Healer and author of “Lessons from Your Last Life”
living in Australia, having been born in the UK. Though
she remembers living centuries ago, as a Native
American girl! As your interview guest she’ll tell
fascinating stories of her unique tribal past. Plus,
she’ll reveal how to tap into your own memories of
previous lives. Diana says there are reasons why so
many of us: experience deja vu, or feel that a never-
before-visited town or building might seem amazingly
familiar. She’ll discuss why we’re drawn to a
“soulmate” and how to attract one. Did you love your
current partner in an earlier lifetime? Diana will also
explore how aromas jolt us into long ago memories …
the reason we have favorite foods, possessions, careers
or hobbies … what’s behind our phobias and allergies
… and how to recognize if you’re a “new” soul on your
first earthly journey. Learn more by emailing Diana at
diana@beingnaturallyhealthy.com.

14. ==> Why Are Hawaiians Happier? Aloha

Most people think “aloha” is simply used as a greeting
or farewell but in Hawaii it’s recognized as a way of
living. Award-winning screenwriter, author, TV/film
producer, journalist, and TV host Maryann Ridini
Spencer sets her novels in Hawaii, and has embraced
this culture that is so treasured by Hawaiians that in
1986 they passed an Aloha Spirit Law. Invite her to
share with your audience what living aloha means and
how the Hawaiian tradition of being kind and respectful
to everyone and living in a sustainable manner can
benefit all of us. Her work has appeared on Hallmark
Hall of Fame (CBS-TV), the Hallmark Channel, CNN, USA,
SyFy, Showtime, PBS, and many others. Her latest
novels, Lady in the Window, and its sequel to be
released later this year, The Paradise Table, feature
Hawaii as a backdrop for a woman’s journey to heal from
loss, find new life, new love, and synchronicities sent
from the beyond. Contact her at (818) 884-0104 (CA);
recprinfo@gmail.com?

15. ==> Coming Out of the Closet – As a Psychic Medium

We are ALL intuitive beings — says acclaimed psychic
medium Beth Lynch! Yet many of us hesitate to admit
this, even if our gifts have been evident since
childhood. Invite Beth to explore how to recognize,
accept and cultivate your innate intuitive and even
psychic abilities without regret naturally. She’ll
discuss her own fascinating journey, and how she began
communicating with the spirit world in earnest,
especially after losing her mother in a tragic train
accident. Beth will also talk about amazing skills one
can discover when you overcome qualms related to your
spiritual self and anyone doubting you. Can you
interpret dreams or visions? Glimpse future events?
Sense what others are thinking/feeling? While many use
their gifts to do speaking and counseling, as she has,
you can also heal yourself and loved ones, or encourage
children who show their abilities emerging early in
life. Beth Lynch is author of “Soul Rising: The
Spiritual Science of Living.” Reach her at (888)
271-4487; soulsense1111@gmail.com.

Should 16-Year Olds Be Allowed to Vote?

“The real adults in the room are the youth from
Parkland, Florida, who are speaking out about the need
for meaningful gun control laws. They are proving that
civic engagement among young people can make a
difference. The ironic part? They can’t even vote yet.”
So says Joshua Douglas, a law professor specializing in
election law, voting rights and constitutional law. He
believes that lowering the voting age, coupled with
better civics education, can energize a whole new
generation of smart civic leaders. He says,
“Unfortunately, a tragedy happened, but the response at
Stoneman Douglas High is showing that youth in this
country can and should have a significant role in
political debate. The students are fed up with our
politicians and are using their voices to demand
change.” Joshua Douglas is a law professor at the
University of Kentucky College of Law. He is the co-
editor of “Election Law Stories” and is currently
writing a new book on positive voting rights
enhancements. Contact him at (859) 257-4935;
joshuadouglas@uky.edu

02/20/18 RTIR Newsletter: Second Amendment, School Shootings, Sunday Food Fun

February 20, 2018

01. The History of the 2nd Amendment
02. Ex-FBI Agent on School Shootings
03. Should 16-Year Olds Be Allowed to Vote?
04. The Trauma Toll of School Shootings
05. Are We Raising a Society of Mass Shooters?
06. Acupuncture for the Flu?
07. Many Americans Believe God Made Trump President
08. Why are Docs Still Ignorant About Medical Marijuana?
09. This Doctor Says ‘Prescription Drugs Killed My Wife!’
10. Lose Weight by Eating More Pizza & Chocolate
11. Before You Say ‘I Don’t’
12. Boomers Living on 16-Thousand Dollars a Year
13. A Passionate Chef for Sunday Food Fun
14. Coming Out of the Closet – As a Psychic Medium
15. Speech Fear Halting Your Career?
16. What Can Hawaiians Teach the Rest of Us About Being Happier?
17. Why Millennials Will Save the World

=======================================

1. ==> The History of the 2nd Amendment

Gun enthusiasts frequently cite ‘the right to bear
arms’, but do your listeners know the origin of the 2nd
Amendment? Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz, author of “Loaded: A
Disarming History of the Second Amendment,” can shed
light on the subject. She’ll take you back to colonial
times to explain why guns were so important to the
colonists. “The violent appropriation of Native land by
white settlers was seen as an individual right in the
Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, second only
to freedom of speech. Male colonial settlers had long
formed militias for the purpose of raiding and razing
Indigenous communities and seizing their lands and
resources, and the Native communities fought back.
Virginia, the first colony, forbade any man to travel
unless he was ‘well armed.’ A few years later, another
law required men to take arms with them to work and to
attend church or be fined.” Dunbar-Ortiz recently wrote
the piece “Inside the minds of American mass shooters”
for the British Guardian. Contact her at
rdunbaro@pacbell.net, @rdunbaro

2. ==> Ex-FBI Agent on School Shootings

Since 2013, there have been 290 school shootings
occurring at a rate of about one a week. Katherine
Schweit, a former senior F.B.I. official and the co-
author of a study of 160 active shooting incidents in
the United States says last week’s shooting wasn’t
shocking at all. “I spent four years dealing with these
kinds of events after Sandy Hook. We are not going to
be out of business very soon. When I retired in July, I
left a whole team still doing this. It’s not shock —
it’s sadness.” Unfortunately, Schweit doesn’t see much
changing. “We have absolutely become numb to these
kinds of shootings, and I think that will continue,”
she says. As an FBI special agent, Schweit was
responsible for the FBI’s active-shooter training — the
most extensive effort of its kind, initiated following
the Sandy Hook Elementary tragedy in Newtown, Conn., in
2012. Contact her at (703) 864-5349;
katherine.schweit@gmail.com

3. ==> Should 16-Year Olds Be Allowed to Vote?

4. ==> The Trauma Toll of School Shootings

Last week’s Florida school shooting has left the
immediate community and the country filled with shock
and sadness. Families, friends, children, staff,
police, first responders and the media covering the
event are all likely to be deeply traumatized. Even if
you weren’t there, watching repeated media accounts of
the tragedy can cause anguish and anxiety. Invite
Gillian Padgett to talk about ways to deal with trauma
from a horrific event. She’ll discuss how everyone
processes trauma differently, why alcohol is a bad
choice for dulling pain, and why people not directly
touched by the shooting may experience secondhand
trauma. Gillian Padgett is a therapist who has spent
over 25 years specializing in stress in the UK and
Canada. She is the author of “Let Stress Heal Your Life
– Uncover Your Amazing Capacity to Thrive” and the
upcoming book “From Trauma to Tranquility – A Guide to
Inner Peace.” Contact her at (1) 647-270-7602:
gillian@stresswisdomsolutions.com

5. ==> Are We Raising a Society of Mass Shooters?

President Donald Trump blamed “mental health” for the
shooting rampage at a Florida school that left 17 dead
last Wednesday saying the teenage shooter was “mentally
disturbed.” Emily Slingluff says many of the recent
horrific attacks across the country involved people who
were depressed and unhappy. She suggests a different
approach. “Whether lawmakers pass stricter gun laws or
not, another way to attack the problem is to teach
better parenting skills. The formative years are called
that because they’re formative. Parents are the main
influence, directly or indirectly, on their kids and
play a huge role in whether children grow up depressed
or happy with life.” Emily Slingluff is the author of
“Peace”, “Parenting without Punishment” and “A Present
to the Newborn.” Contact her at (757) 428-6167;
emilhyslingluff@aol.com

6. ==> Acupuncture for the Flu?

Flu season isn’t over yet, with health officials
reporting high rates of influenza just about everywhere
in the country. While many people think there’s nothing
to do but get through it, Dr. April Schulte says there
are plenty of ways to fight back depending on your
symptoms and overall health. “Acupuncture can really
clear up the lungs, stop a cough, reduce phlegm, clear
up the sinuses and improve nausea,” says Schulte.
“There’s another technique called cupping, and it’s a
suction technique that we use on the apex of the lungs
on the back that’s very effective for opening up the
lungs.” Schulte says each patient is different and may
need a different therapy or combination of Chinese
medicines and herbs. Specializing in acupuncture and
Chinese herbs, Dr. April Schulte, DAOM, LAc is an
expert in integrative and collaborative medicine and
runs a successful integrative medicine clinic. Contact
her at (970) 256-8449; aprilacudoctor@gmail.com

7. ==> Many Americans Believe God Made Trump President

A recent POLITICO story contends that millions of
Americans believe GOD actually wanted Donald Trump as
U.S. President. Patric Rutherford, Ph.D., author of the
critically-acclaimed book “God and President Trump Plus
the Rest of Us,” agrees that a Trump White House was
God’s permissive will — even though Dr. Rutherford
himself did NOT vote for Trump. Originally from
Jamaica, Dr. Rutherford will explore in his charming
accent what’s behind his decision that goes against his
beliefs, and whether many Americans have regrets or
feel like hypocrites or even sinners because of how
they voted. With decades of studying politics, faith
and human nature, Dr. Rutherford will discuss on-air:
why many deeply committed Christians had no qualms
about electing a seemingly godless man … the anti-
Trump contingent may get many things right, but also
many things wrong … whether God may not want Trump to
serve two terms, or even a full first term. Expect
timely controversy when you book Dr. Rutherford.
Contact him at (786) 201-6638;
patricrutherford@gmail.com.

8. ==> Why are Docs Still Ignorant About Medical
Marijuana?

From senior citizens looking to ease arthritis pain, to
cancer patients dealing with chemotherapy and migraine
sufferers looking for relief, medical marijuana users
are not your stereotypical potheads. Over 40 states
have programs allowing medical marijuana, but many
doctors aren’t recommending it – or even discussing it
with patients. The main reason? They don’t have the
information they need. In fact, many patients are far
more educated than their doctors about the
endocannabinoid system. Dr. Regina Nelson and Michael
Browning are coauthors of “Time for the Talk: Talking
to Your Doctor or Patient About Medical Cannabis.”
They’ll share resources for listeners and discuss why
many people are afraid to bring the topic up with their
physician, and specifically, what questions they should
ask. Contact Integral Education Press at (303)
505-0591; ecstherapyco@gmail.com

9. ==> This Doctor Says ‘Prescription Drugs Killed My
Wife!’

There aren’t many physicians willing to say what
Richard Ruhling, M.D., will: Prescription drugs are a
leading cause of illness, disability, and death. Dr.
Ruhling, who was board-certified in internal medicine,
will discuss prescription drug dangers including
adverse reactions like the one that killed his wife
(prescribed by another M.D.) for an infection. He can
share stories of patients who were able to reverse
their medical conditions by eliminating their
prescriptions and changing their diets. He can offer
natural remedies for common health conditions such as
arthritis, flu and asthma and share with your listeners
the 7 Golden Rules of Health that Dr. Breslow of UCLA
discovered that make a 30-year difference compared to
people who broke all seven. Dr. Ruhling taught health
science at Loma Linda University and he’s been
interviewed on scores of radio programs. He’s the
author of “God Bless America?” Reach him at (928)
583-7543 or Ruhling7@juno.com

10. ==> Lose Weight by Eating More Pizza & Chocolate

Mouth-watering pizza. Rich chocolate. Both top the list
of foods many people can’t stop eating until they’ve
consumed the entire pie or box of candy. But live on
the air, Sora Vernikoff can teach your audience her
simple Green Technique that will allow them to eat all
the pizza and chocolate they want and still lose
weight. Turning conventional wisdom on its ear, she’ll
explain why thinking about food makes you fat—not
eating it—and bad-for-you foods are a myth. Sora, a
former elementary school teacher who lost 25 pounds and
has kept them off for decades, has helped hundreds of
people discover the secret for knowing when to stop
eating. She is the author of the Amazon bestseller “Eat
What You Want! Stop When You Want!: A No-Diet, Weight-
Loss Program.” This experienced talk show guest spent
more than a decade teaching her program while working
under the auspices of a leading New York City
endocrinologist. She has also taught the program at the
Learning Annex and lectured at Lennox Hill Hospital.
Contact her at (212) 464-8590; soravernikofff@gmail.com

11. ==> Before You Say ‘I Don’t’

12. ==> Boomers Living on 16-Thousand Dollars a Year

For those headed toward retirement age, here’s a wake-
up call: Imagine living on only $1,369 each month. That
amount is the average monthly Social Security check
received by 42 million retired workers in the U.S. as
of June 2017. That’s only $16,428 a year! That’s the
bad news, the good news is that chartered retirement
planning counselor Rodger Alan Friedman, CRPC®, can
tell your audience the simple steps they can take now
to make sure this doesn’t happen to them. Learn how
just a few small adjustments to your current spending
habits can make the difference between living
comfortably in retirement and struggling to make ends
meet. He’s the author of “The Mindset of Retirement
Success: 7 Winning Strategies to Change Your Life.”
Friedman has been featured in magazines and appeared on
radio stations nationwide. Contact him at (844) 3MY-
PLAN (NY); Rodger@RodgeronRetirement.com

13. ==> A Passionate Chef for Sunday Food Fun

Sunday is a day of fun, togetherness, and food! Jorj
Morgan knows the best way to entertain friends and
spoil family is to gather in the kitchen. Her newest
collection, “Sunday Best Dishes: A Cookbook for
Passionate Chefs,” is filled with easy and elegant
recipes. Have a special Sunday celebration planned – or
just planning to celebrate Sunday? Jorj will teach you
to think creatively with your recipes and entertaining
ideas, while providing fresh and nutritional meals for
your loved ones. Jorj is a popular author and Facebook
personality. She has appeared in The Wall Street
Journal, Reader’s Digest, Woman’s Day, People, and
more. She is also the author of numerous books,
including “The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Good Fat, Good
Carb Meals.” Contact Jorj at (954) 465-8187 or
jorj@jorj.com

14. ==> Coming Out of the Closet – As a Psychic Medium

15. ==> Speech Fear Halting Your Career?

16. ==> What Can Hawaiians Teach the Rest of Us About
Being Happier?

Most people think “aloha” is simply used as a greeting
or farewell but in Hawaii it’s recognized as a way of
living. Award-winning screenwriter, author, TV/film
producer, journalist, and TV host Maryann Ridini
Spencer sets her novels in Hawaii, and has embraced the
culture that is so treasured by Hawaiians that in 1986
they passed an Aloha Spirit Law. Invite her to share
with your audience what living aloha means and how the
Hawaiian tradition of being kind and respectful to
everyone and living in a sustainable manner can benefit
all of us. Her work has appeared on Hallmark Hall of
Fame (CBS-TV), the Hallmark Channel, CNN, USA, SyFy,
Showtime, PBS, and many others. Her latest novels,
“Lady in the Window,” and its sequel to be released
later this year, “The Paradise Table,” feature Hawaii
as a backdrop for a woman’s journey to heal from loss,
find new life, new love, and synchronicities sent from
the beyond. Contact her at (818) 884-0104 (CA);
recprinfo@gmail.com?

17. ==> Why Millennials Will Save the World

Doomsayers claim the generation born between 1982 and
2000 will inherit a huge global mess as they enter
their prime, and that they’re powerless to do anything
about it. But environmental engineer Yasmin Davar
strongly disagrees with the stereotypes assigned to
Millennials. “This enormous demographic that now
comprises more than one quarter of the U.S. and world
populations is more diverse, educated, technologically
advanced and independent-minded than any previous
generation. They also care deeply about the environment
and the overall health of the planet. Millennials will
be the ones to save the world from disaster.” Yasmin
will provide a step-by-step guide for these young
future movers and shakers that is simple, yet extremely
powerful. She can demonstrate how healing negative
beliefs and destructive thought patterns and taking
positive action on the individual level can lead to
sustainable peace, prosperity and happiness for the
entire world! Yasmin Davar is an environmental engineer
with a Master of International Studies in Peace and
Conflict Resolution and the author of the book “Our
Peaceful Planet: Healing Ourselves and the World for a
Sustainable Future.” Contact her at
yasmin@yasmindavar.com.

02/15/18 RTIR Newsletter: Florida School Shooting, Malcolm X, Chinese New Year

February 15, 2018

01. Florida School Shooting Experts
02. North Korea Playing War Games at Olympics
03. Olympics Provide Teachable Moments
04. This One Tax Mistake Could Cost You Thousands
05. What Happened to the Tea Party?
06. AZ Women to GOP Rep: Let it Flow
07. Black History: Malcolm X – The Lost Tapes
08. This Doctor Says ‘Prescription Drugs Killed My Wife!’
09. Don’t be Nice in Divorce Court
10. Get Ready to Live on Only $1369 a Month
11. What Bad Trade Numbers Mean for You
12. All Natural Remedies to Kick Flu’s Butt
13. Get Fit Without Joining a Gym
14. Anxiety is Not a Life Sentence
15. Tarot Expert – US is in Tower of Destruction Phase
16. Chinese New Year Begins Friday – Year of the Dog
=======================================
1. ==> Florida School Shooting Experts

A former student unleashed a hail of gunfire in a
Florida high school yesterday, killing at least 17
adults and children. We offer 3 experts available for
interview on this story:

Katherine Schweit, a former senior F.B.I. official

Researchers say that since 2013, they have logged
school shootings at a rate of about one a week. “We
have absolutely become numb to these kinds of
shootings, and I think that will continue,” says
Katherine Schweit, a former senior F.B.I. official and
the co-author of a study of 160 active shooting
incidents in the United States. “Any time there’s a
school shooting, it’s more gut-wrenching, and I think
we have a tendency to react in a more visceral way,”
Schweit says. “But I really don’t think as a whole, in
society, we’re taking shootings more seriously than we
were before — and that’s wrong.” As an FBI special
agent, Schweit was responsible for the FBI’s active-
shooter training — the most extensive effort of its
kind, initiated following the Sandy Hook Elementary
tragedy in Newtown, Conn., in 2012. Contact her at
(703) 864-5349; katherine.schweit@gmail.com

John Matthews, mass shootings/security expert

These types of security and response plans and training
are exactly what he has been traveling the country,
doing for decades at churches, schools and event
venues. John is a highly-decorated law enforcement vet,
has worked with the Department of Homeland Security and
has (as part of the organization he founded in Dallas
— the Community Safety Institute) done extensive
research on every mass shooting event in America over
the last 30 years. He can provide not only basics on
building plans and training people, but statistics and
trends on these types of events. John Matthews has
appeared on network and cable programs and hosted his
own radio show in Dallas. Contact Jason Jones at
jason@press.serveliterary.com

Former British Army Officer Chris Bird, author of
“Surviving a Mass Killer Rampage”

Former British Army Officer Chris Bird has some lessons
to share as well as questions to ask ourselves: What
should we do if we found ourselves caught in a mass
shooting? Can you ever be prepared for chaos or to
remain calm as one unfolds? How can we always be aware
of our surroundings without feeling paranoid? Bird can
talk about the two options you have: to run or hide and
if you choose the latter, what distinguishes cover from
fire from concealment. Bird is the author of “Surviving
a Mass Killer Rampage” and a former San Antonio
Express-News crime reporter. Contact him at (210)
308-8191; cjbird@satx.rr.com

2. ==> North Korea Playing War Games at Olympics

The Olympic spirit is one where the beauty of athletic
competition among nations temporarily transcends the
ugliness of day-to-day international politics. And the
Winter Olympic Games are providing a welcome pause to
the missile launches and war talk of North Korea. But
many say the respite will last only as long as the
games. Invite national security expert Peter Brooks to
discuss North Korea’s real game at the Olympics and
what the country hopes to gain. He says, “It’s unlikely
that the Olympic-sized honeymoon between North and
South will last, if history is any guide. Previous
joint sporting event appearances such as at the 2000
Sydney Summer Olympics ultimately failed to improve
relations. Once the Olympics are over in a few weeks,
it’s likely to resume its menacing missile launches —
or worse.” Peter Brooks is a Senior Fellow, National
Security Affairs at the Heritage Foundation, a
conservative think tank in Washington DC. Contact him
at (202) 675-1761; HeritagePress@heritage.org

3. ==> Olympics Provide Teachable Moments

As families watch the Winter Olympics, there’s plenty
of drama and spectacle. But Angee Nott says you can
also use the opportunity to inspire your child and help
them be a better person and teammate. “The Olympic
games give kids the opportunity to see athletes
overcome enormous adversity to reach the highest level
of competition,” says Nott, a teacher and coach at Boys
Town. “It inspires kids and motivates them to strive to
do their best at any level in everything they do.”
She’ll share four important things to highlight for
your kids and make the most of your family Olympic-
viewing experience. Boys Town is a non-profit
organization dedicated to caring for children and
families, with national headquarters in the village of
Boys Town, Nebraska. Contact Lauren Laferla at (402)
498-1273; lauren.laferla@boystown.org

4. ==> This One Tax Mistake Could Cost You Thousands

We’ve had a lot of change recently, when it comes to
taxes. Tax reform. A budget deal with retroactive tax
breaks. Deductions added. Deductions repealed. It’s
complicated, and nobody wants to pay more taxes than
they owe. So, invite Martha O’Gorman of Liberty Tax to
share ways your listeners can avoid overpaying. “One of
the biggest mistakes many tax filers make is
overlooking deductions,” says O’Gorman. “There’s a tax
credit worth up to $6,318, yet millions of eligible
taxpayers fail to claim it.” O’Gorman can discuss basic
tax tips, how the new tax law will affect taxpayers in
your area, and surprising tax deductions. Martha
O’Gorman worked for Jackson Hewitt Tax Service before
leaving to help start Liberty Tax, the brand with the
iconic waving Statues of Liberty. She is the chief
marketing officer of the company, with more than 4,000
locations in the U.S. and Canada. Contact Martha
O’Gorman at 888-848-5344 or martha@libtax.com.

5. ==> What Happened to the Tea Party?

Back in 2012, political scientists were trying to
assess three key aspects of the tea party movement: How
big and how powerful was it? What factors gave rise to
it? And how long would it last? Invite Angie Maxwell,
director of the Diane Blair Center of Southern Politics
and Society at the University of Arkansas, to discuss
how the tea party emerged, what happened to the party
during the Obama administration, and why fiscal
responsibility was always a red herring for many
supporterss. She says, “Undoubtedly, many of those who
were drawn to the tea party do not realize the long
history of using coded language to launder racial
animosity into fiscal conservatism, but that doesn’t
matter now. Obama left office, and without him as a
foil, the power of the tea party has waned.” Maxwell is
the author of “The Indicted South: Public Criticism,
Southern Inferiority, and the Politics of Whiteness.”
Contact her at (479) 575-3356; amax@uark.edu

6. ==> AZ Women to GOP Rep: Let it Flow

Women pressuring a Republican Arizona state
representative to push forward a bill that would
provide free and unlimited feminine hygiene products to
female inmates in Arizona’s state prison have been
sending him — what else? — tampons and pads. It’s now
being dubbed the #LetItFlow campaign and Anushay
Hossain says it’s ridiculous we’re even having this
conversation. “One would think that when it comes to
such basic health care for women, aka half of the
world’s population, people would be in agreement: Women
should have access to tampons and sanitary napkins when
they have their periods. But in 2018 America, too many
women are still being denied their dignity — often for
economic reasons — during a monthly, natural bodily
function, and it’s an issue that affects women in and
outside the nation’s prison system.” The AZ Department
of Corrections now says it is currently revising its
policy. Anushay Hossain is a writer and political
commentator based in Washington DC. She has appeared as
a policy analyst and women’s rights expert on BBC World
News, CNN, MSNBC, PBS and more. Contact her at
Anushay@AnushaysPoint.com

7. ==> Black History: Malcolm X – The Lost Tapes

Award-winning documentary filmmaker Tom Jennings’
latest film, ‘The Lost Tapes: Malcolm X,’ provides a
unique perspective on the legendary and controversial
civil rights activist. Airing on the Smithsonian
Channel during Black History Month, the film relives
Malcolm’s pivotal years with never-before-seen footage
and audio tapes, including recordings made on the day
of his assassination. Tom can discuss how the film
presents insight into Malcolm X using media reports
from the time, and the moments that ultimately shaped
his legacy as one of the most important figures of the
civil rights movement. Contact John Angelo at
john@premieretv.com

8. ==> This Doctor Says ‘Prescription Drugs Killed My
Wife!’

9. ==> Don’t be Nice in Divorce Court

Divorce is difficult even when both parties try to part
amicably but can being too nice end up leaving you
bankrupt? Often the person trying to be “nice” ends up
getting trampled on like a doormat. Patricia Stallworth
is a certified financial planner who not only has the
financial knowledge you need before facing a divorce,
but also the personal experience of what can happen
without proper planning. She can tell your audience why
this is no time to be passive and share the steps to
plan for a divorce that puts you in charge. Invite her
to reveal why choosing the house may not be the best
option, why getting a credit card immediately is a
smart idea, and important factors to consider about
your shared investments. Her latest book, “How to Get
Divorced Without Losing Your Blouse: What Every Woman
Needs to Know to Protect Her Future”, is an essential
guide for women facing divorce. Stallworth has been
featured by NPR and magazines and radio stations
nationwide. Contact her at (404) 454-9106 (GA);
ps@psworth.com

10. ==> Get Ready to Live on Only $1369 a Month

Imagine the nightmare of reaching retirement age only
to discover that basically overnight you’ll have to
live on only $1,369 each month because you never
bothered to save for retirement. That amount is the
average monthly Social Security check received by 42
million retired workers in the U.S. as of June 2017.
That’s only $16,428 a year! Chartered retirement
planning counselor Rodger Alan Friedman, CRPC®, can
tell your audience the simple steps they can take now
to make sure this doesn’t happen to them. Learn how
just a few small adjustments to your current spending
habits can make the difference between living
comfortably in retirement and struggling to make ends
meet. He’s the author of The Mindset of Retirement
Success: 7 Winning Strategies to Change Your Life.
Friedman has been featured by magazines and radio
stations nationwide. Contact him at (844) 3MY-PLAN
(NY); Rodger@RodgeronRetirement.com

11. ==> What Bad Trade Numbers Mean for You

The trade numbers for 2017 issued last week show a bad
situation getting worse: Americans bought $810 billion
more goods from other countries than we sold to them, a
six percent increase over the previous year. Those
numbers translate into lost jobs, lower pay, family
breakup, and drug abuse, says James A. Stuber, author
of the new book, “What if Things Were Made in America
Again.” In a lively and provocative interview, Stuber
explains how consumers can solve the problem by buying
things made in American communities. James A. Stuber
is the founder of Made in America Again, a movement of
consumers dedicated to rebuilding the American middle
class by buying things made in American communities.
Stuber is an attorney and entrepreneur who formerly
served as legislative assistant to a member of the
United States House of Representatives. Contact him at
(610) 608-5074; james.stuber@themadeinamericabook.com.

12. ==> All Natural Remedies to Kick Flu’s Butt

This year’s flu season continues to spread across the
nation and the flu shot is proving to be only about 10%
effective against the H3N2 virus that’s making so many
people so sick for so long. Medical doctor and master
homeopath Dr. Kathleen Fry will share how to get
through flu season by using the correct remedy based on
your symptoms. “One remedy that’s indicated when people
have a fever, a headache and they are so sleepy they
cannot keep their eyes open is Baptisia tinctoria, and
it costs less than $15 online.” She’ll tell you where
to get ingredients for various remedies, as well as how
to use them. Frequently quoted in Self, Redbook, Ladies
Home Journal and other magazines, Dr. Kathleen Fry
practices as a homeopath in Boulder, Colorado, across
the US and globally. “What’s the Remedy for That? The
Definitive Homeopathy Guide to Mastering Everyday Self-
Care Without Drugs” is her second book. Contact her at
(480) 695-1383; drkathi@drkathifry.com

13. ==> Get Fit Without Joining a Gym

Don’t have time to go to the gym? You can still get in
shape, boost your energy, rejuvenate yourself, and
enhance your immune system with a few simple exercises
you can do at home every day. Invite José de la Torre
to talk about our energy body, and the various energy
centers in the body. He’ll explain how with the right
exercises, the energy body can be stimulated and
increased, enhancing health and well-being. Jose de la
Torre is a Qi Gong teacher and practitioner and the
author of “Spiritual Living for Busy People.” Contact
him at (817) 304-6148; jose@peace-coach.com

14. ==> Anxiety is Not a Life Sentence

15. ==> Tarot Expert – US is in Tower of Destruction
Phase

16. ==> Chinese New Year Begins Friday – Year of the
Dog

The Chinese New Year begins on Friday and is
traditionally marked with elaborate parades, fireworks
and dragon dancers, but you need not be Chinese to
celebrate. 2018 is the year of the Earth Dog and people
who are born this year will be serious, good
communicators and excellent employees. Carlyn Montes De
Oca, an author, animal advocate and human health
expert, says even if you don’t believe in Chinese
astrology, you can still celebrate the Year of the Dog
with your furry friend. From helping us get fit to
unplugging and learning to be in the moment, Carlyn
will share the ways dogs are the best health and
wellness gurus we have! Carlyn Montes de Oca is the
author of “Dog as My Doctor, Cat as My Nurse: An Animal
Lover’s Guide to a Healthy, Happy & Extraordinary
Life.” Contact her at (415) 306-1853;
cmdo@animalhumanhealth.com

02/08/18 RTIR E-zine: Stock Market, China’s Future, DNA Testing

February 8, 2018

01. Stock Market News – Good? Bad? Neither!
02. Harsh Words for White Women Who Support Trump
03. Malcolm X – The Lost Tapes
04. Gung Hay Fat Choy! The Year of the Dog
05. AIDS in America is a Black Disease
06. Lovebirds with Wrinkles: Late Bloomers
07. Should Your Valentine Pass a Personality Test?
08. Finding Your Roots? DNA Testing’s Shortcomings
09. Starting this Month: The IRS Can Take Your Passport!
10. The Gig Economy and the New Tax Law
11. Get Ready to Live on Only $1369 a Month
12. Is a Deadlier Flu on the Way?
13. Leftovers: Women Shaping China’s Future
14. The Ultimate Underdog
15. When Grown Kids Can’t Fly the Coop
=======================================

1. ==> Stock Market News – Good? Bad? Neither!

Josh Bivens says we shouldn’t panic about Monday’s
stock market plunge, and Tuesday’s rebound doesn’t
matter either. He says what matters is understanding
the vast chasm between Wall Street and Main Street.
“Whatever stocks do in the coming week or month, the
fact is that the economic agenda of President Trump and
his Republican allies is destined to fail the wage-
earner over the long run. The more time and attention
we all spend obsessing over growth in wages and the
less we do over growth in stock prices, the smarter
economic policy would get.” Bivens says boosting
stocks by attacking the economic power of American
workers isn’t just a betrayal of populist promises made
over the past year by Trump, it’s also bad economics.
Josh Bivens is the research director at the Economic
Policy Institute in Washington, DC. He is a
macroeconomist who has written extensively about
inequality, including as a co-author of the “State of
Working America.” Contact Dan Crawford at (202)
775-8810; dcrawford@epi.org or Liz Rose at
lrose@epi.org.

2. ==> Harsh Words for White Women Who Support Trump

A majority of white women ? 53 percent ? voted for
Donald Trump. In fact, the majority of white women have
voted Republican for decades, but sociologist Jesse
Daniels says the white women in the Trump
administration are using their considerable, albeit
provisional, power to drive the country into a ditch
and don’t deserve the benefit of your doubt. “It’s hard
for us to grasp the idea that white women are culpable,
because it doesn’t fit the widespread culture image of
us as benevolent, peaceful and nurturing. These
assumptions allow white women to behave in ways that
materially harm non-white people, without being held
accountable,” says Daniels. “As we look for
explanations for this presidency, and all the
destruction it has wrought, we must hold white women
accountable for their active role in our collective
misery.” Jessie Daniels is a professor of sociology at
Hunter College and The Graduate Center, CUNY, and the
author of the forthcoming book “Tweetstorm: The Rise of
the ‘Alt-Right’ and the Mainstreaming of White
Nationalism.” Contact her at jdaniels@hunter.cuny.edu;
@jessienyc

3. ==> Malcolm X – The Lost Tapes

4. ==> Gung Hay Fat Choy! The Year of the Dog

The Chinese New Year begins February 16th and is
traditionally marked with elaborate parades, fireworks
and dragon dancers, but you need not be Chinese to
celebrate. 2018 is the year of the Earth Dog and people
who are born this year will be serious, good
communicators and excellent employees. Carlyn Montes De
Oca, an author, animal advocate and human health
expert, says even if you don’t believe in Chinese
astrology, you can still celebrate the Year of the Dog
with your furry friend. From helping us get fit to
unplugging and learning to be in the moment, Carlyn
will share the ways dogs are the best health and
wellness gurus we have! Carlyn Montes de Oca is the
author of “Dog as My Doctor, Cat as My Nurse: An Animal
Lover’s Guide to a Healthy, Happy & Extraordinary
Life.” Contact her at (415) 306-1853;
cmdo@animalhumanhealth.com

5. ==> AIDS in America is a Black Disease

Yesterday was National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day but
you probably didn’t know it. Many believe the AIDS
epidemic is over, but Phill Wilson says nothing could
be further from the truth, especially for black
Americans. “Black communities disproportionately bear
the brunt of the HIV/AIDS epidemic in America. Almost
half of all new HIV diagnoses in the U.S. in 2016
occurred within the black community alone. These
numbers are alarming on their own but carry additional
weight when considering black Americans make up only
about 12 percent of the total U.S. population.” Wilson,
president and CEO of the Black AIDS Institute, says “We
have the diagnostic, surveillance, treatment and
biomedical prevention tools necessary to eradicate our
country of this disease. We cannot end the HIV/AIDS
epidemic in America if we don’t address the unique ways
this disease affects the black community.” Contact him
at (213) 353-3610; PhillWilson@BlackAIDS.org

6. ==> Lovebirds with Wrinkles: Late Bloomers

Jerry Seinfeld was 45. Gloria Steinman was 66. Both are
examples of people who married for the first time later
in life and there are plenty of examples of celebrities
who found love the second or third time around as they
aged: David Letterman, George Clooney, and James
Brolin, for instance. This Valentine’s Day, why not do
an unusual show on late bloomers who found love and
ways being older and more mature can make it easier to
find your soul mate and your own soul? Barbara Plasker,
an expert on late bloomers who says being a late
bloomer in love is a good thing, will be your guide.
Plasker is the author of “Simple Ways to Transform Your
Life: Lessons Learned by a Late Bloomer” and the
ultimate late bloomer who earned her master’s degree in
industrial design when she was 40 and her doctorate in
adult education at 56. Contact her at (845) 368-4413;
barbaraplasker@live.com

7. ==> Should Your Valentine Pass a Personality Test?

Meeting eligible singles is a cinch – just use dating
apps or websites. But meeting someone with that special
spark is just the beginning. Dr. Sarah E. Brown says
finding a life mate is akin to hiring the right
employee. Using the same process and questions used in
screening a job applicant will help you answer
important questions. Do you share common interests?
Will your personality complement theirs? What strengths
and traits will each candidate bring to your life?
Sarah says that adding a personality test will further
minimize the guesswork and unpleasant surprises that
may arise in a fledgling relationship. It helps
couples decide whether their relationship is going
somewhere – or if they’re just spinning their wheels.
After all, romance is a serious business, and you’ve
got to carefully screen anyone vying to become your
partner. Using the same tools businesses use to build
successful teams in their workforce, anyone can find
the right match for their own interests, strengths, and
personality needs so they can fulfill themselves at
home and work, in both career and relationships. Ask
Sarah how she met her husband! Contact Dr. Sarah E.
Brown at (302) 521-9739 or sarah@bookofyou.com.

8. ==> Finding Your Roots? DNA Testing’s Shortcomings

Millions of people have already had their DNA tested to
find out about their ancestry, an indication of how
strong the urge is to link ourselves to our forebears.
Robb Lucy is one of them, learning that he is mostly
Irish but also 20 percent south Asian with dashes of
African, Italian, Grecian and Scandinavian thrown in.
And while it is cool to know that, he asserts that DNA
testing only takes us so far; it does not reveal the
stories of our ancestors, who they were or the kind of
lives they led. Robb is on a mission to leave his own
descendants, and yours, with a more complete picture of
who we were. He’ll explain how to leave a digital life
story that will educate your progeny hundreds of years
from now. He calls this legacy building “DNA
digitality.” A journalist, writer and producer, Robb
Lucy is the author of the “How Will You Be Remembered:
A Guide to Creating and Enjoying Your Legacies Now.”
Contact him at (604) 874-7700; rlucy@createmylegacy.com

9. ==> Starting this Month: The IRS Can Take Your
Passport!

The IRS is rolling out a program this month to take
passports for all taxpayers who owe more than $51,000.
But you need your passport to travel and when you start
a job to prove your identity. Are you a potential
candidate for IRS revocation? What do you do? Let tax
pro Abby Eisenkraft, author of “101 Ways to Stay Off
the IRS Radar” and “Combat Tax-Related Identity Theft”
educate your audience on what the IRS is doing, how
they work with the State Department, and how you can
get help. Frequently quoted by the press, she is one of
the leading experts on IRS problems and how to avoid
them. Contact her at (347) 598-0111;
abby@RealLifeTaxAdvice.com

10. ==> The Gig Economy and the New Tax Law

According to a study by LinkedIn, 43 percent of the U.S
workforce will do some form of freelancing by 2020.
This includes Uber drivers, multi-level marketing
distributors, and online sellers as well as various
service providers. Even though the new tax law has many
provisions favorable to small businesses, many in the
gig economy could lose their deductions. Certified
public accountant Lisa London says the IRS may consider
a business a “hobby” and therefore, the related
deductions would be disallowed. She’ll explain steps
you must take to be considered a for-profit business
including accurate record-keeping and business and
marketing plans. London has been a CPA for three
decades and specializes in assisting small businesses,
nonprofits and churches. She has been quoted in U.S.
News and World Report and featured on national and
local media. She’s the author of “The Accountant Beside
You” series of resources and “BANISH Your Bookkeeping
Nightmares-The Go-To Guide for the Self-Employed to
Save Money, Reduce Frustration, and Satisfy the IRS.”
Contact her at (919) 770-3746;
lisalondon@lisalondoncpa.com

11. ==> Get Ready to Live on Only $1369 a Month

12. ==> Is a Deadlier Flu on the Way?

You’ve heard that this year’s flu is hitting people
hard and that the vaccine has not been effective. But
the real danger of a flu like we are experiencing goes
beyond the very real impact on everyone who’s catching
it, says Dr. Robin Burk. The greater danger is that a
small mutation might lead to a reprise of the deadly
Spanish Flu pandemic of 100 years ago that is believed
to have killed as many as 50 million people all over
the world, in some cases just a few hours after
symptoms developed. This year’s version of the virus is
particularly apt to morph, and also causes serious
symptoms in a lot of people. Even so, she says we can
interrupt the virus’s spread and lower the chances of
an even deadlier version of flu emerging next year. Dr.
Burk managed research at the Defense Threat Reduction
(counter WMD) Agency that addresses this issue. She’ll
talk about what research has to say about using even a
partially-effective vaccine and what other steps you
can take today. Dr. Burk is the author of “Check Your
Connections: How to Thrive in an Uncertain World” and
can be reached at (703) 346.4448;
robin.kowalchuk.burk@gmail.com

13. ==> Leftovers: Women Shaping China’s Future

What’s life like for young women in China today?
American journalist Roseann Lake will share what she
found about the lives of Chinese women. Combining her
historical and demographic research along with scores
of touching/often humorous real-life anecdotes from
colleagues and friends you’ll learn about the culture
in China and hear stories of desperate mothers hacking
their daughters’ dating profiles to secure a quick
proposal. Known as ‘leftovers’ if they fail to marry by
age twenty-five, these women represent a China in which
gender roles have not evolved as vigorously as society
itself, and where new professional opportunities have
made women less willing to compromise their careers or
concede to marriage for the sake of it. Roseann Lake is
The Economist’s Cuba correspondent. She was previously
based in Beijing, where she worked for five years as a
television reporter and journalist. Her new book is
“Leftover in China: The Women Shaping the World’s Next
Superpower.” Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703)
646-5137 or Megan Bonomo at (703) 646-5188.

14. ==> The Ultimate Underdog

Sue Pighini can identify with the Philadelphia Eagles.
She has overcome considerable challenges to get where
she is and is not averse to taking risks. She’s come
back from being struck by lightning, held up at
gunpoint and facing down cancer. She’s literally been
through hell and has the stories and lessons to show
for it … and wisdom that will inspire your audience
members to live more fully and joyfully from this point
on. Sue’s book, “Expect the Extraordinary,” has won
several book awards, the latest from the Soul Bridge
Awards in Europe. Reach her at (941) 685-7159 or
sue@SuePighini.com

15. ==> When Grown Kids Can’t Fly the Coop

By some accounts, 40% of young Americans now live at
home with their parents. Long gone are the days of
moving out on your own after college, which means the
average family nest is staying fuller, longer, which
isn’t necessarily a good thing! Invite psychologist
Kevin Fall to discuss how parents and their grown kids
can survive without screaming, what to do when your
young adult isn’t motivated to move out, and how his
own son went from high school drop-out, felon, and
suicidal teen to a college graduate, loving dad, and
thriving professional with a clean record. Dr. Kevin
Fall is an award-winning speaker, author, psychologist,
and leading expert on human connection. He and his son,
Austin, now work to help parents reconnect with and
inspire their troubled teens. Their book “How to Get
Your Son Back: 7 Steps to Reconnect and Repair Your
Relationship” shares lessons they learned in repairing
their own relationship that could help other parents do
the same. Contact Austin Fall (913) 208-7075;
Austin@LifeDoctor.com

02/06/18 RTIR Newsletter: Lasting Love, Medical Marijuana, Flu Remedies

February 6, 2018

01. High Court to PA GOP – Redraw Districts Now
02. It’s Hard to Lose: Grief Counseling for Pats Fans
03. ‘Ash vs Evil Dead’ Star on New Starz Season
04. Lasting Love: Secrets to a Happy Marriage
05. Sexpert Says Selfishness = Sizzling Sex
06. Why Give Your Valentine a Personality Test?
07. What’s Galentine’s Day? Only the Best Day of the Year!
08. Spend Valentine’s Day … with Your Dog
09. Got the Flu? Must-Have Natural Remedies
10. She Was a Fly on the Wall at the Watergate Hearings
11. Why are Docs Still Ignorant About Medical Marijuana?
12. ‘The Sky is Falling!’ No, Seriously This Time!
13. How to Avoid (and Survive) the Worst of the Worst
14. Are You Feeding Your Dog Wrong?
15. Doomsday Clock and Bible Prophecy: Do They Agree?
=======================================

1. ==> High Court to PA GOP – Redraw Districts Now

Top Republican lawmakers in Pennsylvania suffered
another defeat on Monday when the U.S. Supreme Court
denied their request to delay drawing a new
congressional map ahead of the 2018 midterm elections.
The Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law,
which filed an amicus brief in the case, issued a
recent report, Extreme Maps, that identified
Pennsylvania’s congressional map as easily one of the
most egregious partisan gerrymanders of the decade.
Invite Michael Li, senior counsel in the Brennan
Center’s Democracy Program, to discuss the case, other
states with gerrymandering issues, and what’s at stake
in the upcoming mid-term elections. The Brennan Center
for Justice at NYU School of Law is a nonpartisan law
and policy institute. Contact Naren Daniel at (646)
292-8381; naren.daniel@nyu.edu.

2. ==> It’s Hard to Lose: Grief Counseling for Pats Fans

Philadelphia fans may need some help directing their
Super Bowl enthusiasm, but Patriots’ fans aren’t used
to losing. They may not have been counting on Sunday’s
win, but they didn’t really think about how they’d feel
if they lost. 30-year grief counselor, comedian and
professor Sheila Collins will help fans deal with their
disappointment and loss and help them avoid thinking
and behaving like a Loser. According to Dr. Collins,
“Losing doesn’t make you a Loser. How you respond sets
you up for either post-traumatic stress or post-
traumatic growth.” She’ll reveal what to do and NOT do
when your hopes are dashed by your favorite team.
Sheila Collins PhD, is the author of “Warrior Mother:
Fierce Love, Unbearable Loss and Rituals that Heal” and
the upcoming book, “The Art of Grieving.” Contact her
at (817) 706-4967

3. ==> ‘Ash vs Evil Dead’ Star on New Starz Season

Dana DeLorenzo plays “moody wild child” Kelly Maxwell
on the Starz hit series Ash vs Evil Dead. Based on the
classic cult film of the same name, the show is about
to enter its third season. Invite DeLorenzo to talk
about the new season, why fans love the show, or maybe
about her life as producer on a nationally syndicated
morning radio show for a number of years. A native of
Ohio, DeLorenzo has had roles in films such as A Very
Harold & Kumar 3D Christmas and The Mad Ones. Her TV
credits include Barely Famous, Sullivan & Son,
Workaholics, 2 Broke Girls, Californication and The
Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson. Contact John
Angelo at john@premieretv.com.

4. ==> Lasting Love: Secrets to a Happy Marriage

As Valentine’s Day approaches, invite Chris Galluccio,
author of “My Happy Marriage,” to share the two most
important things most couples don’t do to strengthen
their relationship. He’ll discuss why couples need to
set goals for their relationship, including ways they’d
like to improve and who they’d like to be. He says,
“We’re quick to set goals in terms of our health,
career, finances and travel. But we rarely take the
time to write down and think about how we’d like our
relationships to evolve and grow.” Galluccio will talk
about ways to grow in your relationship and reveal the
one single thing you can do to make your marriage a
happier one. Chris Galluccio is the author of “My Happy
Marriage, 10 Ideas to Grow and Strengthen Your
Relationships” and the founder of
ThoughtsWordsActions.com, where he shares his life
experiences, helping people help themselves. Contact
him at (732) 567-5411; livnocean2@yahoo.com

5. ==> Sexpert Says Selfishness = Sizzling Sex

What’s the secret to great sex? The answer might
surprise you. According to New York City sex therapist
Stephen Snyder M.D., it’s a certain kind of
selfishness. Deep down inside, most of us want
desperately to be enjoyed by someone who knows how.
Most sex advice these days boils down to giving your
partner pleasure. But according to Dr. Snyder, it’s
much more important to make sure your partner enjoys
you. He points out, no hero in a romance novel ever
rips off the heroine’s bodice, then says, “Now tell me
how you like to be touched.” Great lovemaking, says Dr.
Snyder, is about much more than just pleasure. It’s
about sex making you feel special — so special that you
don’t care whether or not you get an orgasm! Dr.
Stephen Snyder has been featured on NBC’s Today show
and in Newsweek and many other publications. He
contributes to the Huffington Post and Psychology Today
and is the author of “Love Worth Making: How to Have
Ridiculously Great Sex in a Long-Lasting Relationship.”
Contact him at (917) 270-0384;
stephen.snyder@verizon.net

6. ==> Why Give Your Valentine a Personality Test?

Meeting eligible singles is a cinch – use dating apps
or websites. But meeting someone with that special
spark is just the beginning. Dr. Sarah E. Brown says
finding a life mate is akin to hiring the right
employee and you should screen dates like businesses
screen job applicants. Sarah says, “Adding a
personality test can minimize guesswork and unpleasant
surprises that arise in a fledgling relationship. It
helps couples decide whether their relationship is
going somewhere – or if they’re just spinning their
wheels. After all, romance is a serious business, and
you’ve got to carefully screen anyone vying to become
your partner. Do you share common interests? Will your
personality complement theirs? What strengths and
traits will he or she bring to your life?” Sarah says
anyone can find the right match for their own
interests, strengths, and personality using the same
tools businesses use to build successful teams in their
workforce. (Ask her how she met her own husband!)
Contact Dr. Sarah E. Brown at (302) 521-9739;
sarah@bookofyou.com.

7. ==> What’s Galentine’s Day? Only the Best Day of the Year!

Or so says Leslie Snopes on TV’s ‘Parks and
Recreation.’ Ask around. February 13th, the day before
Valentine’s Day, has become known as Galentine’s Day.
What began as an episode on the show celebrating female
friendship has been steadily growing in popularity, but
this year, in light of the #MeToo and #TimesUp
movements, it seems even more appropriate to take time
to celebrate the power and love of women. Leslie likes
to celebrate with brunch, but Marya Michael says there
are lots of ways to honor and celebrate women on
Galentine’s Day. Invite her to discuss why the holiday
has caught on and why women need to cultivate and
preserve friendships (as well as how to do that when
career and family can be demanding and exhausting.)
Marya has worked as an educator in public schools and
as a spiritual teacher and coach in the private sector.
Her first book is “Fire Love: Igniting the Freedom of
your Heart and Soul.” Contact her at (714)749-3122;
marya@maryamichael.com, @MaryaMichael1

8. ==> Spend Valentine’s Day … with Your Dog

Who loves you more than your dog? Maybe your mom does,
but dogs are known for their unconditional love. And
these days, dogs are also being celebrated for the
amazing health benefits they can impart to their loving
guardians. So why not share the day of love with the
dog you love? Carlyn Montes De Oca, an expert on the
human-animal bond, offers five great ways to do that.
Among her ideas: watch a pet flick on Netflix with your
best friend like “Marley and Me” or “Hachi: A Dog’s
Tale” while enjoying air-popped popcorn together. Plan
a date night getaway for the two of you at a local dog-
friendly hotel during which you curl up with a good
book and each other. Carlyn is the author of the award-
winning “Dog As My Doctor, Cat As My Nurse: An Animal
Lover’s Guide to a Healthy, Happy and Extraordinary
Life.” She is also the founder of The Animal-Human
Health Connection, which focuses on bringing awareness
to the many powerful ways that animals enhance human
health, happiness, and longevity. Reach her at (415)
306-1853 or cmdo@AnimalHumanHealth.com

9. ==> Got the Flu? Must-Have Natural Remedies

This year’s flu season is proving to be particularly
tough and the flu shot is proving to be only about 10%
effective against the H3N2 virus that’s making so many
people so sick for so long. Medical doctor and master
homeopath Dr. Kathleen Fry will share how to get
through flu season by using the correct remedy based on
your symptoms. “One remedy that’s indicated when people
have a fever, a headache and they are so sleepy they
cannot keep their eyes open is Baptisia tinctoria, and
it costs less than $15 online.” She’ll tell you where
to get ingredients for various remedies, as well as how
to use them. Frequently quoted in Self, Redbook, Ladies
Home Journal and other magazines, Dr. Kathleen Fry
practices as a homeopath in Boulder, Colorado, across
the US and globally. “What’s the Remedy for That? The
Definitive Homeopathy Guide to Mastering Everyday Self-
Care Without Drugs” is her second book. Contact her at
(480) 695-1383; drkathi@drkathifry.com

10. ==> She Was a Fly on the Wall at the Watergate Hearings

For those who saw Steven Spielberg’s Oscar-nominated
movie The Post which (spoiler alert) ends with the
Watergate break-in, Lynn Matsuoka can take your
listeners back to what happened afterward in the
unraveling of the Nixon presidency. In her role as a
court artist, Lynn was present at many of the Watergate
hearings where her skill at quickly capturing what was
going on in the courtroom where no cameras were allowed
is legendary. Working for ABC and CBS network news,
whichever called her first, Lynn can talk about what
she witnessed in sometimes near-empty courtrooms as
well as what it was like to fly all over the country
for months to visually record the hearings. For the
45th anniversary of the Watergate hearings she can
answer such question as: At the time, did she
understand that she was witnessing history in the
making? What are the parallels between the Russian
investigation and Watergate? One of about a dozen
courtroom artists in the country today, she can talk
about her unusual profession as well as meeting Jimmy
Carter, Ronald Reagan and Bill Clinton. Reach her at
(808) 479-5966; artist@aloha.net

11. ==> Why are Docs Still Ignorant About Medical Marijuana?

Patients all across America have many questions about
medical marijuana, but do today’s doctors have the
answers? Over 40 states have programs allowing the once
illegal drug, but many doctors aren’t recommending it –
or even discussing it with patients – because they
simply don’t have the information they need. According
to a CNN report, over 80% of physicians need training
before discussing medical cannabis and many patients
are far more educated than their doctors about the
endocannabinoid system. If “health experts” don’t have
the training or answers, where can your listeners find
resources and answers about cannabis therapy? Dr.
Regina Nelson and Michael Browning, coauthors of “Time
for the Talk: Talking to Your Doctor or Patient About
Medical Cannabis,” can discuss why many people are
afraid to bring this topic up with their physician, how
to approach your doctor and what to ask. They’ll also
share resources for listeners navigating the new and
challenging maze that millions of Americans face today.
Contact Integral Education Press at (303) 505-0591;
ecstherapyco@gmail.com

12. ==> ‘The Sky is Falling!’ No, Seriously This Time!

In past human experience, when people have shouted “The
sky is falling,” they weren’t always wrong. Tim Maloney
and Mike Conley examine America’s renewable energy
prospects, in confidence that a properly informed
populace will steer clear from a wrong national energy
policy. In the eBook, “Roadmap to Nowhere” the authors
contrast nuclear energy with wind and solar
technologies on the bases of cost, reliability,
material requirement, and land use. Working from the
truism that “Mother Nature doesn’t care if some people
think that nuclear power is awesome, or if others think
it’s the work of the devil. She doesn’t care what
anyone thinks, hopes, or believes. All she cares about
is objective reality, quantified by math and explored
by science,” Maloney shows that nuclear reactors are
necessary to preserve earth’s ecosphere as we know it.
Contact Tim Maloney at (734) 735-7856;
t.maloney@bex.net

13. ==> How to Avoid (and Survive) the Worst of the Worst

Few life events are as awful to contemplate as being a
victim of a robbery, sexual assault, burglary or
perhaps the murder of a loved one. Having worked with
victims of crime and families of murder victims for
more than 25 years, Gillian Padgett has a wealth of
information to share on how to avoid falling victim to
crime and how those who’ve already faced that calamity
can recover more fully. She says it’s entirely possible
to recover and be stronger and wiser as a result of the
challenges that come your way. You’ll learn how to
avoid being a target, how to regain control and focus
immediately after a crime, and how to reset your
neurological pathways to create a new version of the
event. Gillian Padgett trained in the UK as a
psychotherapist and hypnotherapist. Her book is “Let
Stress Heal Your Life: Uncover Your Amazing Capacity to
Thrive.” Contact her at (1) 647-270-7602 (BC);
gillian@stresswisdomsolutions.com

14. ==> Are You Feeding Your Dog Wrong?

If your dog is eating a prescription diet you’re
probably paying a lot for a product that isn’t even
optimal for your pet. Judy Morgan, DVM, who operates
two veterinary hospitals in New Jersey, will explain
what dog owners need to know about prescription and
non-prescription dog food and why dog food marketed as
holistic, natural and human grade often contain waste
products from the human food industry (even rendered
meal from diseased animal carcasses!) Morgan will
explain how to make your own whole food-based dog food,
which, she says, takes less time than you might expect
and requires no specialized cooking skills or
equipment. Judy Morgan is a holistic veterinarian who
treats dogs, cats, and horses. She is chief veterinary
medical officer for Monkey’s House Senior Dog Hospice
and Sanctuary and works with rescue groups for homeless
dogs. Her latest book is “Yin & Yang Nutrition for
Dogs: Maximizing Health with Whole Foods, Not Drugs,”
coauthored with her husband, Hue Grant. Contact her at
(609) 202-0999; judy@drjudymorgan.com

15. ==> Doomsday Clock and Bible Prophecy: Do They Agree?

The Doomsday Clock measures how close mankind is to
world destruction. Recently, the scientists who created
the clock advanced its hands to two minutes before
midnight. That’s the closest the clock has been to
signaling world destruction since the 1950s. Scientists
advanced the clock to call attention to mankind’s
unwillingness to handle climate change and threats of
nuclear war. But they are not the only ones warning
about the world’s end. Some Bible scholars such as
Richard Ruhling are too. Interview Dr. Ruhling for a
look at how the Doomsday Clock and Bible prophecy
differ. He’ll explain seven signs that End Times are
impending, how moving the U.S. Embassy to Jerusalem
sets the stage, and why he believes a major earthquake
will impact the U.S. this spring. Unlike scientists who
can’t turn back the clock, Dr. Ruhling says there is
good news in this, but it’s not a “rapture” that some
thought was the focus of “the Great Sign” last fall. He
says the nine-month warning points to this spring. Dr.
Ruhling is the author of “God Bless America?” Reach him
at (928) 583-7543; Ruhling7@juno.com

02/01/18 RTIR Newsletter: Super Bowl Ads, When Opposites Attract, Year of the Dog

February 1, 2018

01. Let’s Talk Super Bowl Ads
02. SOTU: American Dream or Corporate Serfdom?
03. Government Can’t Solve Every Problem
04. She Was a Fly on the Wall at Watergate Hearings
05. Why You Should Celebrate Galentine’s Day
06. Can Bill Murray Bring Back Bell-Bottoms?
07. What Was It Like to Party with Bon Jovi?
08. Is a Deadlier Flu on the Way?
09. Opposites Attract but Do Their Relationships Work?
10. Love the One You’re Still With
11. Stop Searching: Get Love to Come to You
12. Don’t Forget this Person on Valentine’s Day
13. Surprising: How Much Sleep is Enough?
14. Year of the Dog Begins Feb 16th
15. Leftovers: Women Shaping China’s Future
=======================================

1. ==> Let’s Talk Super Bowl Ads

$5 million for 30 seconds. That’s how much advertisers
will be spending to reach you during this week’s Super
Bowl game. That’s a lot of dough, of course, but there
are few spectacles left that bring so many eyeballs
together in one place granting advertisers the chance
to grab them with their brands. Marketing expert
Claudia Newcorn has been studying Super Bowl ads
including some of those released early and can talk
about trends to look for. One of the biggest she has
spotted is the way millennials are influencing what we
see on our screens. Book Claudia now and after the game
to discuss which commercials are likely to be the most
memorable and why. In addition, she can share the
ramifications this has for companies as they plan their
own marketing strategies and messaging. Claudia is a
frequent radio talk show guest whose book, “Zipline to
Success: Fast-Track Marketing Strategies to Accelerate
Your Sales & Profits,” won a gold medal at the San
Francisco Book Festival. Reach her at (209) 204-0502;
Claudia@ZiplineToSuccess.com

2. ==> SOTU: American Dream or Corporate Serfdom?

Donald Trump claimed in the State of the Union address:
“The stock market has smashed one record after another.
… Apple has just announced it plans to invest a total
of $350 billion in America, and hire another 20,000
workers. … This, in fact, is our new American moment.
There has never been a better time to start living the
American Dream.” But James Henry says, “Trump lied. The
$350 billion is not new U.S. investment; it is
(promised) supplier purchases. Thirty billion dollars
is the investment number and it was all in the pipeline
(as were 20,000 U.S. jobs); and it now all qualifies
for 100 percent depreciation the year it is made, if
made by 2023.” Henry suggests that Apple is almost
certain to be the tax overhaul’s biggest single
corporate beneficiary. “The latest Apple PR campaign
easily outdistances ordinary run-of-the-mill efforts at
corporate self-promotion. It represents a willful
effort to bury all the gory details about how this
massive transfer of public wealth will actually work.
Indeed, the very tone of the release implies that
Apple’s fellow American taxpayers should basically feel
grateful that it is willing to pay any corporate taxes
whatsoever.” James Henry recently wrote the piece “The
Apple Tax Giveaway” for The American Interest. His
books include “The Pirate Bankers.” Contact him at
jamesshelburnehenry@mac.com; @submergingmkt

3. ==> Government Can’t Solve Every Problem

British PM Theresa May has appointed a Minister of
Loneliness to be charged with leading a government-wide
effort to “develop a strategy” for ending “loneliness
and social isolation” among adults. Here in the US
Michael Tanner says we’re not far behind. “There is now
a general belief, one increasingly shared by
politicians and voters of both parties, that every
problem, large or small, can only be solved by the
government. Today, too many people see government as
the solution to whatever ails us.” Tanner will discuss
the cost of an omnipresent government and why citizens
hoping for solutions will be disappointed. “From our
bedrooms to our businesses, there seems no area of our
lives that lawmakers don’t believe it is their job to
oversee, restrict, subsidize, or otherwise intrude
upon. This leaves us poorer, of course, but it also
leaves us less free.” Michael Tanner is a senior fellow
at the Cato Institute and the author of “Going for
Broke: Deficits, Debt, and the Entitlement Crisis.”
Contact him at (202) 789-5200; mtanner@cato.org

4. ==> She Was a Fly on the Wall at Watergate Hearings

5. ==> Why You Should Celebrate Galentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day, Shmalentines Day! February 13th has
been steadily gaining in popularity as Galentine’s Day.
Made popular on the TV show Parks and Recreation, the
fictional holiday is a day for women to celebrate their
female friendships. Leslie Snopes likes to celebrate
with brunch, but Marya Michael says there are lots of
ways to honor and celebrate women on Galentine’s Day.
Invite her to discuss why the holiday has caught on and
how many people lose sight of (or never realize) their
own innate love as a source of power, healing and
completion. You’ll learn why women need to cultivate
and preserve friendships and how to do that when career
and family can be demanding and exhausting. Marya has
worked as an educator in public schools and as a
spiritual teacher and coach in the private sector. Her
first book is “Fire Love: Igniting the Freedom of your
Heart and Soul.” Contact her at (714)749-3122;
marya@maryamichael.com, @MaryaMichael1

6. ==> Can Bill Murray Bring Back Bell-Bottoms?

While some companies spend millions on Super Bowl ads,
there are also some unique ways businesses are getting
publicity. Take Betabrand, a crowdfunding clothing
company. On February 8, amateur-golfer/entertainer Bill
Murray will debut his Bill-Bottoms at the Pebble Beach
Pro-Am. “Betabrand is an R&D lab for testing new
designs online,” says company founder Chris Lindland,
“and we’re thrilled to provide a forum for this
important fashion discussion. Can Bill bring Bell-
Bottoms back? We certainly hope so.” Betabrand is
working with William Murray Golf (Bill Murray’s golf
line) on the trousers and fans have spent the last
month voting online on the pattern Bill will wear at
next week’s tournament. Designers from around the world
and major brands use Betabrand as a test platform for
new concepts in apparel, accessories, and footwear.
William Murray Golf designs golf wear in the spirit of
the actor’s irreverent behavior and encourages golfers
to “unleash their inner Murray.” Contact Chris Lindland
at press@betabrand.com; (855) 694-8766

7. ==> What Was It Like to Party with Bon Jovi?

Most of us can only imagine what it would be like to
hang out with the arena rock band Bon Jovi. But Ted
Larkins actually got to do it! He met the band that
will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this
year when the group was doing sold-out concerts in
Japan. Larkins rode in a limo with the band, drank with
them and hung out with them until 2 a.m. Invite Larkins
to explain how he met the band, and why he initially
thought Jon Bon Jovi was a jerk but changed his mind.
He’ll also share what he has learned from meeting other
famous people like Tom Hanks and Celine Dion, and why
despite having some bad breaks he is convinced that
life itself is one big party so we may as well make the
most of it. Larkins is the author of “Get To Be Happy:
Stories and Secrets to Loving the Sh*t Out Of Life.” He
is the former senior VP of one of the world’s leading
entertainment, sport and brand licensing agencies and a
guest lecturer for the UCLAx Entertainment Studies and
Performing Arts program. Reach him at (818) 261-8262;
twlarkins@gmail.com

8. ==> Is a Deadlier Flu on the Way?

9. ==> Opposites Attract but Do Their Relationships
Work?

We’ve all seen it: Type A perfectionist falls for an
impulsive adrenaline junkie. When this improbable
match-up gives it a go, sometimes it succeeds, and
sometimes it doesn’t. This Valentine’s Day, invite Dr.
Sarah Brown to help couples take the guesswork out of
making a relationship work. She’ll reveal a cutting-
edge, personalized tool that couples can use to help
decide how to move forward: which differences they need
to negotiate, which to avoid, and most of all, how to
bring out the best in each other. Sarah spent 30 years
working with Fortune 500 companies to recruit, screen,
and manage their talent. She says romance is a serious
business, and you’ve got to carefully screen anyone
vying to become your partner. You’ll learn how to use
the same criteria hiring managers use to build
successful teams at work to recognize your unique
interests, strengths, and needs in your career and
relationships. Contact Dr. Sarah Brown at (302)
521-9739 or at sarah@bookofyou.com.

10. ==> Love the One You’re Still With

At Sharkie Zartman’s wedding people were taking bets on
how long the marriage would last. Odds were on less
than two years, but 42 years later the couple is still
happily married. Invite her to share ‘6 Rules of
Engagement’ that are fun, easy and powerful. She says
if they worked for her, they’ll work for anyone. A
former member of the USA National Volleyball Team,
Sharkie has taught or coached more than 40,000 students
and athletes in the areas of health, fitness and
sports. She hosts the weekly radio program Sharkie’s
Pep Talk on Healthy Life.Net Radio and is the author of
six books including her latest, “Have Fun Getting Fit:
Simple Ways to Rejuvenate Your Mind and Body.” Contact
her at (310) 379-1869 or (310) 415-0190;
Sharkiezartman@yahoo.com

11. ==> Stop Searching: Get Love to Come to You

Now that Valentine’s Day is approaching, it is nearly
impossible to ignore the steady drumbeat of couples’
photos, pictures of flowers and chocolates, and heart-
shaped knickknacks lining store shelves. All this talk
about love is great, unless you’re single, and don’t
want to be. Pro bodybuilder, model, and relationship
expert Jennie Lynn will share the simple principles she
used herself to finally find her soul mate. You’ll
learn critical mistakes that keep you single,
subconscious blocks to finding love and how to
recognize love and keep it safe, once you’re in a
relationship. Jennie Lynn is a magazine writer and
professional model, and a worldwide triple pro champion
in natural figure, physique, and bodybuilding. She’s
also the author of “Magnetic Love: Stop Chasing What
You Want…Start Attracting It.” Contact her at (508)
965-3053; JennieLynn@JennieLynn.com

12. ==> Don’t Forget this Person on Valentine’s Day

Is there someone you’re forgetting this Valentine’s
Day? Kathryn Orford says there probably is, and it’s
yourself! “How can you expect anyone else to love,
honor and appreciate you, if you don’t love honor and
appreciate yourself? Let’s face it… If you’re
constantly looking to someone else to tell you you’re
special, good enough, attractive enough, lovable etc…
you’re doomed.” Kathryn suggests, whether single or in
a relationship, you commit to becoming your own #1 fan.
Kathryn Orford, the Confidence Coach, has trained with
the world’s leading experts in self-esteem, self-
belief, human potential and peak performance. She is a
personal and professional development trainer who helps
equip clients with the skills, beliefs, behaviors and a
positive mindset to reach their goals and dreams. She
is also the author of “Become Your #1 Fan.” Contact her
at (808) 428-7078; kathryn@kathrynorford.com

13. ==> Surprising: How Much Sleep is Enough?

Americans are tired. And that fatigue robs us of
productivity, joy – even sleep. Even when we get the
prescribed six to eight hours of shut-eye we wake up
exhausted. What does it take to get a good night’s
sleep? Physician and author Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith
argues that no matter how much sleep we get, our day-
to-day habits prevent us from getting the actual rest
we need. She’ll discuss the scientific reasons for
exhaustion and reveal how little changes in daily
habits and minor attitude adjustments can prepare your
body and mind for a good night’s sleep. You’ll learn
the difference between sleep and rest, and the seven
types of rest you need to achieve what she calls
“sacred” rest that fully benefits body and soul. Dr.
Saundra’s spirited approach to life will inform,
enlighten, and entertain, changing the way you and your
listeners view your waking and sleeping life. Contact
her at DrDaltonSmith@gmail.com or (256) 405-9765.

14. ==> Year of the Dog Begins Feb 16th

The Chinese New Year is celebrated with parades,
fireworks and dragon dancers but you need not be
Chinese to celebrate. 2018 is the year of the Earth Dog
and people who are born this year will be serious, good
communicators and excellent employees. Carlyn Montes De
Oca, an author, animal advocate and human health
expert, says even if you don’t believe in Chinese
astrology, you can still celebrate the Year of the Dog
with your furry friend. From helping us get fit to
unplugging and learning to be in the moment, Carlyn
will share the ways dogs are the best health and
wellness gurus we have! Carlyn Montes de Oca is the
author of “Dog as My Doctor, Cat as My Nurse: An Animal
Lover’s Guide to a Healthy, Happy & Extraordinary
Life.” Contact her at (415) 306-1853;
cmdo@animalhumanhealth.com

15. ==> Leftovers: Women Shaping China’s Future

01/25/18 RTIR Newlsetter: New Tax Laws, Year of the Franchise, Late Bloomer Love

January 25, 2018

01. Have We Become Numb to School Shootings?
02. Celebs & CEOs: Shut Up About Politics
03. Lawmakers Drop the Ball on Opioids
04. Tom Petty: Another Avoidable Opioid Death
05. Make This Valentine’s Day Your Best Ever—in Bed
06. Great Valentine’s Day Show: Be a Love Magnet
07. When Love Comes Later: Late Bloomers
08. Can You Flu-Proof Your House?
09. The Gig Economy and the New Tax Law
10. Is 2018 the Year of the Franchise?
11. This Makes Losing Weight as Easy as Gaining
12. Christians’ Domestic Violence Problem
13. Father/Son College Roommates?
14. Age Like Jane Fonda
15. The Real Laura Ingalls Wilder
=======================================

1. ==> Have We Become Numb to School Shootings?

Monday’s tragic school shooting in Kentucky became the
11th this year. And it’s only January. Researchers and
gun control advocates say that since 2013, they have
logged school shootings at a rate of about one a week.
“We have absolutely become numb to these kinds of
shootings, and I think that will continue,” says
Katherine Schweit, a former senior F.B.I. official and
the co-author of a study of 160 active shooting
incidents in the United States. “Any time there’s a
school shooting, it’s more gut-wrenching, and I think
we have a tendency to react in a more visceral way,”
Schweit says. “But I really don’t think as a whole, in
society, we’re taking shootings more seriously than we
were before — and that’s wrong.” As an FBI special
agent, Schweit was responsible for the FBI’s active-
shooter training — the most extensive effort of its
kind, initiated following the Sandy Hook Elementary
tragedy in Newtown, Conn., in 2012. Contact her at
(703) 864-5349; katherine.schweit@gmail.com

2. ==> Celebs & CEOs: Shut Up About Politics

Tired of hearing actors take a stand on politics? Or
the head of a company spout their own political
beliefs? Should celebrities and CEO’s use their public
platform to air their political views? Some believe
it’s using their power for good, but PR pro Ryan
McCormick says, “Unless your targeted audience or
customer base is endeared to your particular set of
political values, there’s no reason ever to publicly
tout your political perspectives. In the short term,
you may experience a feel-good ego trip as people
praise you for expressing values similar to theirs.
But, in the long term, you stand to permanently lose
business and fans.” McCormick will discuss more
appropriate ways to make an impact towards political
causes without Twittering up a storm, and how using
your position to affect change can be as simple as how
you conduct yourself. Ryan McCormick is a reputation
management specialist and co-founder of Goldman
McCormick Public Relations. Contact him at (516)
901-1103; Ryan@goldmanmccormick.com

3. ==> Lawmakers Drop the Ball on Opioids

The US is in the midst of an opioid crisis that’s hit
every neighborhood in every state. According to one
report, drug overdoses claimed the lives of 52,404
Americans last year, with more than 60% of those deaths
related to opioid drugs. And at 50 to 100 times more
powerful than morphine, fentanyl and other synthetic
opioids are now the driving force behind the deaths. In
response, many states and the Feds are drafting
legislation to severely stiffen fentanyl-related
penalties. But Mike Collins of Drug Policy Alliance
says the approach is backward. “Lawmakers are
responding to fentanyl by prioritizing prison over
public health and embracing discredited drug war
policies proven to make the crisis worse.” Collins
says, “Ultimately, the most effective way to turn the
tide on the fentanyl crisis is to increase the use of
interventions that reduce harm and promote health.”
Drug Policy Alliance advocates to end the war on drugs.
Contact Tony Newman at (646) 335-5384 or Tommy McDonald
at (510) 679-2311; media@drugpolicy.org

4. ==> Tom Petty: Another Avoidable Opioid Death

Sadly, we now learn that singer/songwriter Tom Petty’s
death last year was caused by mixing pain medications,
making him yet another victim of the opioid crisis. The
entertainer suffered from several health issues
including a fractured hip, and family members say he
treated the pain with prescription drugs. “It doesn’t
have to be this way,” says chronic pain expert Cindy
Perlin. “There are so many safe and effective ways to
treat pain that patients and doctors don’t know about
and patients need access to them.” Cindy Perlin is a
licensed clinical social worker, certified biofeedback
practitioner, chronic pain survivor, the author of “The
Truth About Chronic Pain Treatments: The Best and Worst
Strategies for Becoming Pain Free” and the creator of
the online Alternative Pain Treatment Directory. She
has been in private practice for over 25 years and has
been a guest on numerous TV and radio shows. Contact
her at (518) 439-6431; cindyperlin@gmail.com.

5. ==> Make This Valentine’s Day Your Best Ever—in Bed

What’s the secret to great sex in a committed
relationship? The answer might surprise you. According
to New York City sex therapist Stephen Snyder M.D.,
it’s a special kind of selfishness. Deep down inside,
most of us want desperately to be enjoyed by someone
who knows how. Most sex advice these days boils down to
giving your partner pleasure. But according to Dr.
Snyder, it’s much more important to make sure your
partner enjoys you. He points out, no hero in a romance
novel ever rips off the heroine’s bodice, then says,
“Now tell me how you like to be touched.” Great
lovemaking, says Dr. Snyder, is about much more than
just pleasure. It’s about sex making you feel special —
so special that you don’t care whether or not you get
an orgasm! Dr. Stephen Snyder has been featured on
NBC’s Today show and in Newsweek and many other
publications. He contributes to the Huffington Post and
Psychology Today and is the author of “Love Worth
Making: How to Have Ridiculously Great Sex in a Long-
Lasting Relationship.” Contact him at (917) 270-0384;
stephen.snyder@verizon.net

6. ==> Great Valentine’s Day Show: Be a Love Magnet

7. ==> When Love Comes Later: Late Bloomers

8. ==> Can You Flu-Proof Your House?

The flu is ravaging the country and many folks are
wondering what they can do to stay healthy when
everyone around them is getting sick. Dr. Kathleen Fry
will discuss whether you can (and should) still get a
flu shot, other ways to lessen the chance you’ll get
sick, and what to do if you have the flu. Fry says,
“Fortunately, there are over the counter homeopathic
remedies you can take at the first sign of symptoms to
help lessen the severity and shorten the duration of
the illness.” Frequently quoted in Self, Redbook,
Ladies Home Journal and other magazines, Dr. Kathleen
Fry is a past president of the American Holistic
Medical Association and a Founding Diplomate of the
American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine. She
practices as a homeopath in Boulder, Colorado, across
the US and globally. “What’s the Remedy for That? The
Definitive Homeopathy Guide to Mastering Everyday Self-
Care Without Drugs” is her second book. Contact her at
(480) 695-1383; drkathi@drkathifry.com

9. ==> The Gig Economy and the New Tax Law

10. ==> Is 2018 the Year of the Franchise?

The rate of franchise business growth was exceptional
last year and 2018 looks even better according to Tom
Scarda, a small business expert and author of
“Franchise Savvy.” Scarda will explain why franchises
are taking off, and who these entrepreneurs are. You’ll
learn how private equity companies are investing in and
buying franchise companies, ways franchiser operating
systems are becoming more sophisticated, and ways
technology is allowing cutting-edge franchise systems
to let owners ease into franchising and lessening the
start-up risks involved. Tom Scarda is the author of
“Franchise Savvy: 6 Strategies Pros Use to Pick Top
Performing Franchises.” Contact him at (516) 322-1435;
Tom@TomScarda.com

11. ==> This Makes Losing Weight as Easy as Gaining

Crippled by excruciating weight-related pain for many
years, Rez Khan set out to find a solution. Today, the
devastating agony he suffered is a distant memory and
his health has been transformed. Invite Kahn to share
the simple plan that resolved his debilitating health
issues. Your listeners will learn why losing weight can
(and must) be made as easy as gaining it, the real
reason we overeat (it’s not because we have no
willpower), and how to stop doing it. Khan, a software
engineer, dropped over 50 lbs. in weight and has kept
it off for over five years. “The Zeus Process:
Mastering the Mindset of Weight Loss” is his new book.
Contact him at (972) 658-8981; rkhan3366@gmail.com

12. ==> Christians’ Domestic Violence Problem

Christians don’t beat their wives or verbally abuse
them, right? Unfortunately, domestic violence is a
problem in many Christian homes. In fact, as Darla
Colinet will tell you, it has reached epidemic
proportions; she is making it her mission to help
churches address the problem so that both victim and
abusers can be healed. Darla can reveal the four core
aspects that fuel abusive Christian marriages and share
her own horrifying story of living with an abusive
husband for 13 years. She’ll also discuss how to offer
help and support to someone you suspect is being
abused. Darla completed domestic violence training and
served as domestic abuse response team member for
Crossroads Safehouse, in Fort Collins, Colo. A member
of the core team of the Women’s Ministry at Timberline
Church in Colorado for six years, she has helped and
inspired hundreds of women through Bible studies,
workshops, retreats, and her blog. Contact her at (970)
631-2529; darla@godstransforminggrace.com

13. ==> Father/Son College Roommates?

Many of your listeners wish they got along better with
their teens. The idea of having fewer arguments, better
communication and fewer worries can be more than
wishful thinking when you interview Dr. Kevin Fell and
his son Austin. Kevin is a father-turned-psychologist
who in his first semester of graduate school fielded a
call from Austin asking for help. For the next five
years, they lived as college roommates while Kevin got
his Ph.D. in psychology and Austin transformed from a
high school dropout, felon, and suicidal teen into a
college grad, loving dad, and thriving professional
with a clean record. Today, Kevin and Austin consult
with parents to help them reconnect, repair their
relationships, and solve problems with even the most
difficult teens. Contact Austin at (913) 208-7075 or
Austin@lifedoctor.com

14. ==> Age Like Jane Fonda

If we are lucky, we have the opportunity to grow older.
But growing older with gusto is not a matter of luck.
Look at 80-year-old Jane Fonda or 72-year-old Helen
Mirren. Even if they were blessed with good genes it’s
clear they’re doing something right. Wellness expert
Sharkie Zartman will share aging advice from leading
experts on brain health, nutrition, retraining body
muscle, and keeping joints in good repair and our
relationships on solid footing. She’ll discuss the top
ten perks of aging, whether there are different
relationship rules for the second half of life, and the
psychosocial secrets of empowered aging. Sharkie
Zartman is the editor of “Empowered Aging: Expert
Advice on Staying Healthy, Vital and Active”, a guide
for people 40 and up who want to keep their bodies and
spirits humming as long as possible. Zartman holds
degrees in kinesiology and instructional technology and
is a professor of health and fitness. She was also a
member of the U.S. Women’s National Volleyball Team.
Contact her at (310) 379-1869 or (310) 415-0190;
Sharkiezartman@yahoo.com

15. ==> The Real Laura Ingalls Wilder

Laura Ingalls Wilder’s books have sold over sixty
million copies in forty-five languages and were
reincarnated in the 1970s and 1980s as one of the
longest-running, most popular shows in television
history, Little House on the Prairie. Born February 7,
1867, her life was set against nearly a century of
dramatic change. But what do we know of the real Laura
Ingalls Wilder? Caroline Fraser’s new biography
“Prairie Fires” tells Wilder’s story as never before.
Listeners will learn how it wasn’t until the age of
sixty, after losing nearly everything in the
Depression, Wilder began writing children’s books,
partially on the urging of her daughter, who had found
success in the literary trade herself. Fraser will
share other surprising facts, both stranger and darker
than her books, and discuss how Wilder’s life provides
a unique perspective on American history and our
national mythology of self-reliance. Contact Johanna
Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137 or Megan Bonomo at (703)
646-5188.

01/23/18 RTIR Newsletter: Government Shutdown, Flu-Free Family, Beating Winter Blues

January 23, 2018

01. How to Prevent Another Shutdown
02. Shutdowns Weaken the Military
03. Roe v Wade: It’s about Privacy
04. Roe v Wade at 45
05. Keep Your Family Flu-Free
06. Is it Love or Fraud?
07. Care for Your Heart this Valentine’s Day
08. Be a Love Magnet: Valentine’s Day Show
09. Are You a Mismatched Couple?
10. What Is and Isn’t Sexual Harassment?
11. Forget Graceful: Gutsy Aging!
12. Make Losing Weight as Simple as Gaining
13. Doc Says 8 Hours of Zzzs Isn’t Enough!
14. The Missing Link in Alzheimer’s Treatment
15. Turn Up the Music to Beat Winter Blues
=======================================

1. ==> How to Prevent Another Shutdown

According to Chris Edwards, “Government shutdowns are
embarrassing for policymakers, and suggest that
Washington is run by squabbling kids. But it’s hard to
make the trains run on time under current budget rules
given the supermajority barrier in the Senate and the
divergent policy views of the parties.” He says the
solution to future shutdowns is simple: An automatic
‘continuing resolution’ (CR) that fixes discretionary
spending at current levels. “If a fiscal year begins,
and the parties have not agreed on a spending plan,
then agencies may continue existing spending
activities. The auto CR would be in force until normal
appropriations bills were enacted.” He says, “An auto
CR would avert shutdown crises, decrease partisan
acrimony, modestly tilt the budget process toward
restraint, and reduce the chance of time-pressurized
spending deals that blow the bank.” Chris Edwards is
the director of tax policy studies at Cato and editor
of DownsizingGovernment.org. He is an expert on federal
and state tax and budget issues. Contact him at (202)
789-5200; cedwards@cato.org

2. ==> Shutdowns Weaken the Military

Defense policy analyst Frederico Bartels says a
government shutdown can be “…incredibly damaging to our
national security and to the men and women who work to
keep us safe.” He says, “During a government shutdown,
employees who are necessary for ensuring the safety of
American lives and the protection of property are
exempt, and have to continue working. This applies to
all of our active-duty military personnel and close to
half of the civilian employees at the Pentagon.
Everyone else is furloughed and stays home without pay,
unless Congress specifically makes provisions for them
to be paid. In 2013, Congress made such provisions. But
so far, this is not the case in 2018.” Frederico
Bartels is a policy analyst for defense budgeting at
The Heritage Foundation’s Davis Institute. Contact him
at (202) 675-1761; HeritagePress@heritage.org

3. ==> Roe v Wade: It’s about Privacy

As the nation again considers the legacy of the
country’s best-known Supreme Court decision, issued on
Jan. 22, 1973, Mary Ziegler says we have forgotten part
of the story of Roe v Wade — one almost entirely
disconnected from abortion: What does the right to
privacy mean, and who can claim that right? “On Roe’s
45th anniversary, we should stop to think about where
the right to privacy stands today. The picture does not
seem very rosy. Since the new year, there have been
fresh concerns about data breaches and the misuse of
digital information by giants like Facebook and Google.
Privacy and conscience have taken center stage as the
Supreme Court considers whether a Christian baker can
refuse to serve a same-sex couple.” Mary Ziegler is a
professor of law at Florida State University and the
author of “Beyond Abortion: Roe v. Wade and the Battle
for Privacy.” Contact her at (850) 645-0364;
mziegler@law.fsu.edu or Christi Morgan at
cmorgan@law.fsu.edu

4. ==> Roe v Wade at 45

This week marks the 45th anniversary of the Supreme
Court decision legalizing abortion, a topic that
remains just as heated as it did back then. Last week
the milestone was marked by a March for Life by
Catholics in Washington, a march considered so
important that the pope granted those who participated
an indulgence—forgiveness of their sins. For some
perspective on this, interview Richard Ruhling, M.D., a
board certified internal medicine doctor who has been a
guest on dozens of talk radio shows discussing current
events. Among the topics Dr. Ruhling can address are:
the explosive role indulgences played in the Protestant
Reformation; why today’s largely Catholic Supreme Court
should be able to turn back the clock on Roe v Wade
(and why it should be easier to give a few indulgences
to the justices that voted to redefine marriage in
2015), and why God should not be expected to shrug off
60 million abortions when He punished Egypt for killing
babies during the Exodus. Dr. Ruhling is the author of
“God Bless America?” Contact him at (928) 583-7543;
Ruhling7@juno.com

5. ==> Keep Your Family Flu-Free

The deadly flu epidemic sweeping the nation has closed
schools from Alabama to Texas and killed at least 30
children since October. Dr. Kathleen Fry will discuss
whether you can (and should) still get a flu shot,
other ways to lessen the chance you’ll get sick, and
what to do if you have the flu. Fry says, “Fortunately,
there are over the counter homeopathic remedies you can
take at the first sign of symptoms to help lessen the
severity and shorten the duration of the illness.”
Frequently quoted in Self, Redbook, Ladies Home Journal
and other magazines, Dr. Kathleen Fry is a past
president of the American Holistic Medical Association
and a Founding Diplomate of the American Board of
Integrative Holistic Medicine. She practices as a
homeopath in Boulder, Colorado, across the US and
globally. “What’s the Remedy for That? The Definitive
Homeopathy Guide to Mastering Everyday Self-Care
Without Drugs” is her second book. Contact her at (480)
695-1383; drkathi@drkathifry.com

6. ==> Is it Love or Fraud?

The FBI tells us that on-line romance scams have
reached epidemic proportions. But even the relationship
that starts over the water cooler at work can begin
like a dream, and end up as your cruelest nightmare.
Protecting yourself from scammers is crucial and Joyce
Short knows how. She’ll reveal 10 ways to tell if
you’re being scammed and discuss how to approach
Valentine’s Day if you’re not feeling the love this
year. Joyce Short is the author of “Carnal Abuse by
Deceit” and “Combating Romance Scams, Why Lying to Get
Laid Is a Crime.” She blogs at
CombatingRomanceScams.com (a Federal Prosecutor
recently used her blog to lock up a serial rapist).
She’s been awarded a “Woman of Distinction” honor by
the NY State Assembly. Contact her at (917) 517-8572;
short.jm@aol.com

7. ==> Care for Your Heart this Valentine’s Day

February marks both American Heart Month and
Valentine’s Day. Gillian Padgett says it’s the perfect
time to talk about heart health and how stress affects
your health. Padgett, who has spent more than 25 years
specializing in stress relief and mastery, says,
“People need to recognize what happens to their bodies
when they experience stress: their blood thickens,
cholesterol is created and cortisol and adrenalin are
activated. Unfortunately, many people react to stress
by further injuring themselves by smoking, drinking and
overdoing it with comfort foods.” She’ll explain the
four areas we can tap to relieve stress, build
resilience and create a healthier heart. The body,
mind, emotions and spirit must all come into play, she
says. A UK-trained psychotherapist and hypnotherapist,
Padgett has worked with victims of crime and families
of murder victims. She’s the author of “Let Stress Heal
Your Life: Uncover Your Amazing Capacity to Thrive.”
Contact her at (1) 647-270-7602: email:
gillian@stresswisdomsolutions.com

8. ==> Be a Love Magnet: Valentine’s Day Show

9. ==> Are You a Mismatched Couple?

We’ve all seen it: Type A perfectionist falls for an
impulsive adrenaline junkie. When this improbable
match-up gives it a go, sometimes it succeeds, and
sometimes it doesn’t. This Valentine’s Day, invite Dr.
Sarah Brown to help couples take the guesswork out of
making a relationship work. She’ll reveal a cutting-
edge, personalized tool that couples can use to help
decide how to move their relationship forward: which
differences they need to negotiate, which to avoid, and
most of all, how to bring out the best in each other.
Sarah spent 30 years working with Fortune 500 companies
to recruit, screen, and manage their talent. She says
romance is a serious business, and you’ve got to
carefully screen anyone vying to become your partner.
You’ll learn how to use the same criteria hiring
managers use to build successful teams at work to
recognize your unique interests, strengths, and needs
in your career and relationships. Contact Dr. Sarah
Brown at (302) 521-9739 or at sarah@bookofyou.com.

10. ==> What Is and Isn’t Sexual Harassment?

The #MeToo movement has many people asking questions
about what is and isn’t sexual harassment. Can you give
a coworker a compliment? What about a pat on the back?
Is light-hearted teasing OK? Is it alright to date
someone you work with? Dr. ArLyne Diamond, a workplace
consultant, will run down office behaviors to be
avoided, discuss whether men and women are scrutinized
equally, and explain how to file a complaint if you
think you’ve been sexually harassed at work. Dr. ArLyne
Diamond is an internationally recognized leadership,
management, professional development, and
organizational development consultant and the president
of Diamond Associates. Contact Mark Goldman at (516)
639-0988; mark@goldmanmccormick.com

11. ==> Forget Graceful: Gutsy Aging!

If we are lucky, we have the opportunity to grow older.
But growing older with gusto is not a matter of luck.
Wellness expert Sharkie Zartman will share aging advice
from leading experts on brain health, nutrition,
retaining body muscle, and keeping joints in good
repair and our relationships on solid footing. She’ll
discuss the top ten perks of aging, whether there are
different relationship rules for the second half of
life, and the psychosocial secrets of empowered aging.
Sharkie Zartman is the editor of “Empowered Aging:
Expert Advice on Staying Healthy, Vital and Active”, a
guide for people 40 and up who want to keep their
bodies and spirits humming as long as possible. Zartman
holds degrees in kinesiology and instructional
technology and is a professor of health and fitness.
She was also a member of the U.S. Women’s National
Volleyball Team. Contact her at (310) 379-1869 or (310)
415-0190; Sharkiezartman@yahoo.com

12. ==> Make Losing Weight as Simple as Gaining

13. ==> Doc Says 8 Hours of Zzzs Isn’t Enough!

14. ==> The Missing Link in Alzheimer’s Treatment

There are many suggestions emerging on how various
diets and exercise regimens can help prevent and even
reverse Alzheimer’s but Michael Morgan, LMT, CST-D.
says thus far, they’ve all been missing a key element:
CranioSacral Therapy. He says, when consistently
applied, the gentle, easily learned, affordable
technique can significantly roll back Alzheimer’s and
dementia in a few weeks. Invite Morgan to discuss his
research, explain what craniosacral therapy is (it’s
also being used by NFL players, and children with
autism) and ways it can increase longevity. Morgan,
who’s been researching Alzheimer’s and dementia since
2008, was inspired to do so in part after watching his
stepmother and sister-in-law succumb to the disease.
He’s a well-known instructor of CranioSacral Therapy
and teaches the technique all over the world. His book
is “Preventing Alzheimer’s in Just 10 Minutes a Day
with the BodyEnergy Prescription and CranioSacral
Therapy.” Contact Kathy Regganie at (630) 567-8383;
kathy@bodyenergy.net

15. ==> Turn Up the Music to Beat Winter Blues

It’s well-known fact that winter is high-tide for
depression. Between freezing temperatures, snowstorms
that keep us inside, and shorter days, many people find
this time of year especially difficult. Invite Keep
Music Alive’s Vincent James on your show to learn how
listeners suffering from the winter doldrums can
utilize music to help keep their emotions balanced.
Vincent is the co-founder of Kids Music Day, Teach
Music Week and co-author of the book series “88+ Ways
Music Can Change Your Life.” Contact him at (610)
812-5231; vincent@keepmusicalive.org