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04/13/17 RTIR E-zine: Summer Beaches, Preventing Allergies, Stress Awareness

April 13, 2017

FR: Lauren Healy and Chris Morabito, Editors, Radio-TV
Interview Report Newsletter

01. How Will Gorsuch Swing Supreme Court?
02. The Greatest Story Ever Told – What Churches get Wrong
03. Best Family Summer Beaches 2017
04. Tales of a Celebrity Talent Agent
05. How Calling 911 Could Kill You
06. Achoo! Prevent Allergies before they Start
07. Pets Get Spring Allergies Too!
08. Politics and Your Mental Health
09. Sesame Street, Power Rangers-New Faces of Autism
10. Trump’s VAX/ Autism Claims Divert Attention
11. The Future of Medical Marijuana
12. Spring –Time to Clean Out Your Cubical
13. Business ‘Wisdom’ Debunked
14. April is Stress Awareness Month
15. The Great Debate Over Saying ‘Hello’
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1. ==> How Will Gorsuch Swing Supreme Court?

Law professor and author Marjorie Cohn recently wrote
the piece “Gorsuch Would Use ‘Originalism’ to Affirm
Right-Wing Agenda,” which notes, among other things,
that right-wing judges, like Neil Gorsuch and Antonin
Scalia, avoid “originalism” when it goes against their
agenda. As for how Gorsuch will affect the court, she
says, “It turns out that elevating Gorsuch to the
Supreme Court and achieving deregulation are
inextricably linked. During his confirmation hearing,
Democratic members of the Senate Judiciary Committee
challenged him on his pro-business positions. Minnesota
Sen. Al Franken pressed him on a case — that of the
now-infamous ‘frozen trucker’ — in which the judge
reached what Franken characterized as an ‘absurd’
result.” Cohn is professor emerita at the Thomas
Jefferson School of Law. Her books include “The United
States and Torture: Interrogation, Incarceration, and
Abuse.” Contact her at marjorielegal @gmail.com,
@marjoriecohn

2. ==> The Greatest Story Ever Told – What Churches get
Wrong

John Stahl says churches have been getting the
resurrection story wrong for decades, yet year after
year they show a drama where Jesus comes out of the
tomb. He says, “That never takes place anywhere in the
Bible! The stone in front of the tomb was rolled back,
not so Jesus could get out of the tomb, rather, so we
could get inside.” Stahl says it was another way of God
inviting us in, to be a part of the greatest story ever
told and that it’s part of the larger message that it’s
not enough to talk about our faith, we have to live it.
Invite John to discuss the Easter story and other
stories from the Bible that show and share God’s love
and how it ties to our everyday lives. John Stahl is a
businessman and pastor. His book, “Just JESUS Them,”
comes with a warning symbol that it’s not your average
devotional, and is actually a ‘DO’-votional. Contact
him at (330) 283-3990; jstahl@lcinetworking.com

3. ==> Best Family Summer Beaches 2017

I know it’s only April, but if you want a summer beach
vacation, you gotta do something—now! Just in time for
vacation planning, Family Vacation Critic –
TripAdvisor’s family travel site – is out with its list
of the best beaches for families across the U.S. From
Long Beach Island, New Jersey to Coronado Beach,
California, there’s a beach for everyone, all across
the country. Lissa Poirot, editor-in-chief of Family
Vacation Critic, says choosing an ideal beach for
families can be quite difficult. “Families are looking
for beaches that are not only safe and clean, but also
those that offer a level of convenience that meet the
needs of those traveling with various age groups.
Nearby accommodations, restaurants and attractions – as
well as cost – all add to a beach’s appeal for
families.” Beaches on the list include well-known
summer surf spots as well as small, hidden gems worth a
visit. And, Poirot can share insider tips for getting
the most of a beach vacation. Contact Aubrey Manzo Dunn
at (609) 583-0054; Aubrey@familyvacationcritic.com,
@FamilyVacation

4. == > Tales of a Celebrity Talent Agent

Until she burned out, Karin Roest jetted around the
world with such celebrities as Pitbull, Britney Spears,
Macklemore and others whose names she is forbidden from
mentioning. She negotiated multimillion-dollar
contracts with top Hollywood managers and lawyers,
catered to their crazy whims and once found herself
walking into a room full of cash. Karin can talk about
those heady days as well as how they literally drove
her to a monastery to save her sanity. These days
Karin’s mission is helping people to be “Purposely
Famous” (famous for a good purpose or cause), to get
clear on their contribution to the world, and to use
their diverse experiences to build their own brand. In
addition, Karin can share some of her own life story
which also included sneaking in and out of war zones
and spending a year in total silence. Reach her at
(646) 801-8944 or support@karinroest.com

5. ==> How Calling 911 Could Kill You

When is it best to give robbers what they want? To wait
for police to arrive? Or to fight back against
terrorists and other perps? Chris Bird, former British
Army officer, former San Antonio Express-News crime
reporter and author of “Surviving a Mass Killer
Rampage,” will discuss your options depending on the
circumstances in which you may find yourself. Bird, who
recently wrote an op-ed piece for the Washington Times
on this subject, will share some startling truths about
why being armed may be your best option and waiting for
the police your worst in an active shooter scenario.
He’ll reveal why the mantra “run, hide, fight” is now
being adopted by more law enforcement officials who
once advised the more benign “call 911.” Bird’s book
has been endorsed by a retired Texas Ranger captain and
retired CIA officer. Reach Bird at (210) 308-8191 or
cjbird@satx.rr.com

6. ==> Achoo! Prevent Allergies before they Start

We may love that winter is over but millions of
Americans dread springtime and the sneezing, coughing
and wheezing that ensues. Stop and smell the flowers?
Many people can’t even go outside! Dr. Jim Roach, a
leading integrative practitioner, says many people
reach for antihistamines to get through the season, but
that comes with its own risks. “Antihistamines can
cause all sorts of problems including brain fog,
urinary retention, acid reflux and constipation. And
they may, as anticholinergics, even promote dementia.”
Dr. Roach will explain how to prevent allergies with
probiotics, zinc and vitamin D and ways to treat
allergy symptoms that actually have beneficial side
effects! Jim Roach, MD, has appeared on numerous radio
and TV programs. He’s a speaker, consultant, educator,
researcher, and widely sought clinician with patients
from across the country. He is also author of “God’s
House Calls” which discusses spiritual near-death
experiences of his patients and seeks to de-stigmatize
spiritual experiences. Contact Dr. Roach at (859)
846-4453 (office); jproach@aol.com

7. ==> Pets Get Spring Allergies Too!

Did you know that animals can also suffer from spring
allergies? Invite veterinarian Dr. Judy Morgan to share
natural treatments for spring allergies in pets. She’ll
also reveal non-toxic, natural ways to fight fleas and
ticks and ways to help pets who suffer from
thunderstorm anxiety. Dr. Morgan says many people don’t
realize some fresh fruits and vegetables can be harmful
to animals. She’ll run down which are safe, and what to
avoid. Dr. Morgan has been a practicing veterinarian
for more than 30 years. She is the author of several
books and is co-host of a podcast on holistic pet care.
Contact Dr. Morgan at (609) 202-0999; (856)881-7470 or
Judy_Leigh_0603@yahoo.com

8. ==> Politics and Your Mental Health

No doubt about it–one’s values and outlook on life can
lead to greater emotional well-being–or cynicism and
unhappiness. There are key differences in philosophy
between Republicans and Democrats on the right way to
conduct one’s life and create optimal conditions for
the majority of people. Which ways of thinking improves
psychological health? Which impede personal growth?
According to psychologist Dr. Paul Coleman,
“Emotionally healthy people meet life’s challenges
head-on with determination and creativity, bounce back
from defeats, extend themselves for others, and view
life as positive and meaningful despite adversity.” In
30 years of practice he’s noticed that the people who
are the most stressed, most unhappy, and whose
relationships get most complicated, must change their
outlook and approach to life in key ways. Which changes
are more aligned with a Democrat or Republican
philosophy? Have your listeners take the quiz and
decide! Paul Coleman, Ph.D., is the author of 12 books
including “Finding Peace When Your Heart Is in Pieces”
Contact him at (845) 546-1206

9. ==> Sesame Street, Power Rangers-New Faces of Autism

Sesame Street producers say they created Julia to help
explain autism spectrum disorder to millions of viewers
and present accurate portrayals of the condition on
screen, countering decades of stereotypical depictions
of autistic people. Many households nationwide with
autistic family members are hoping Julia, along with an
autistic Power Ranger revealed in a new movie earlier
this month, will change the way next generations of
children view autism. Invite Jeanne Beard, founder of
the National Autism Academy to answer listeners’
questions and help them understand what autism is.
Jeanne Beard is the mother of a 20-year-old autistic
son and the author of “Autism and the Rest of Us: How
to Sustain a Healthy, Functional and Satisfying
Relationship with a Person on the Autism Spectrum.” The
National “Autism Academy provides on-line education and
support to parents of children with autism. Contact her
at (630) 542-1191; jeanne@nationalautismacademy.com.

10. ==> Trump’s VAX/ Autism Claims Divert Attention

According to Colleen Barry, a professor and chair of
health policy and management at the Johns Hopkins
Bloomberg School of Public Health, the falsehood that
vaccines cause autism has regained traction since the
election of President Donald Trump, and she says this
misinformation may leave Americans blind to a real
risk. “The risk of getting drawn into an outdated
debate about vaccines and autism is that advocates and
policymakers will spend their time and resources
fighting on that flank and could miss the window to
respond on proposed cuts to critical services for those
with autism coming from the other direction. Those who
care about preserving and expanding services for people
with autism need to pay attention to the conversations
in Washington around the ACA repeal and threats to IDEA
to make sure important protections and guarantees are
not lost.” Barry co-wrote an editorial on the subject
in The New England Journal of Medicine. Contact her at
(410) 955-3879; cbarry5@jhu.edu

11. ==> The Future of Medical Marijuana

Donald Trump has said his administration would “do”
medical marijuana and let states decide about
legalization for themselves. But US Attorney General
Jeff Sessions has made it clear he opposes marijuana
legalization. “Good people don’t smoke marijuana,” he’s
on record saying. So many are now wondering what
Sessions will do about marijuana policy and whether
he’ll enforce federal marijuana laws. Chronic pain
expert Cindy Perlin says many will suffer without
access. “Twenty-nine states and the District of
Columbia now have medical marijuana access and millions
of chronically ill patients are getting relief for the
first time from this miracle plant.” Perlin will
discuss how medical marijuana works and what type of
conditions it treats, as well as the current political
climate and what can be done to protect and increase
access. Perlin is a licensed social worker, certified
biofeedback practitioner and chronic pain survivor who
has appeared on numerous radio and TV programs. She’s
the author of “The Truth About Chronic Pain Treatments:
The Best and Worst Strategies for Becoming Pain Free.”
Contact her at (518) 439-6431; cperlin@nycap.rr.com

12. ==> Spring –Time to Clean Out Your Cubical

It’s been four months since you made your New Year’s
Resolution. Has anything changed? Did you lose weight?
Did you plan a vacation? Are you still working a job
that you hate? It’s estimated that 86% of Americans
dislike their job and feel stuck. Tom Scarda says
spring is a great time to clean out your cubical and
make a career change. “Now that the dust has settled
from first quarter layoffs and you know where you
stand, are you prepared to face the next round of
layoffs?” Scarda, a franchise expert, will discuss
about to go from employee to employer and from signing
the back of your check to signing the front. You’ll
learn the biggest dangers facing novice buyers and five
questions to ask yourself to know if franchise
ownership is for you. 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

13. ==> Business ‘Wisdom’ Debunked

The customer is always right. Or is he? You can’t
change horses midstream! Or can you? Jack Quarles will
expose the fallback notions decision makers gravitate
to that don’t always serve them. He says, “The defining
notion is usually a short sentence and often reflects
some inside knowledge: ‘They’re the best in the
business.’ ‘We’re different—that won’t work here.’
‘The customer is always right.’” He’s on a mission to
help companies increase their bottom lines by
increasing their vigilance against expensive sentences.
Jack Quarles is a bestselling author, international
speaker and trainer, and founder of Buying Excellence,
a company that helps businesses choose the right
solution and vendor for them. His latest book,
Expensive Sentences, is part of a planned series of
books on expensive sentences in other fields such as
education, parenting, and financial planning. Contact
him at (703) 944-9676; jack@buyingexcellence.com

14. ==> April is Stress Awareness Month

We all know that stress is a killer but most of us are
too busy getting through our days to do something about
it. With April being Stress Awareness Month, it’s time
to get a grip on what is driving us crazy, raising our
collective blood pressures and making us sick. Who
better to pass on insights than Tami Gilbert, who was
abandoned by her parents as a teenager and once worked
three jobs at the same time to put herself through
college, earning a master’s degree in nursing and an
MBA? Gilbert will discuss the role faith, sticky notes,
downtime and letting go can play in a healthier you. As
a bonus, she can also explain what you should know if
you are hospitalized, finding yourself attended by
nurses coping with their own feelings of being
unappreciated, overworked and overwhelmed. Her book is
“Courage to Persevere: A Compelling Story of Struggle,
Survival and Triumph.” Reach her at 312-218-1744;
info@tamigilbert.com

15. ==> The Great Debate Over Saying ‘Hello’

No one thinks about it but why do we answer the
telephone by saying “hello” and greet people on the
street using the same word? And while we are at it, why
do we say “goodbye” when we are about to hang up or bid
farewell to the person we just ran into? Word lover
Susanna Janssen, a newspaper columnist and former
college professor, has thought about this and has the
answers. She’ll cheerfully trace the origins of “hello”
back to the 1400s and will also reveal why if Alexander
Graham Bell had gotten his way we’d be saying “ahoy.”
She’ll also share the back story for goodbye, which
dates from the 1500s, and why parting used to include a
reference to God. If there is time, she can also share
the origins of some other popular expressions that we
take for granted. Janssen is the author of
“Wordstruck!: The Fun and Fascination of Language”
Reach her at (707) 272-1351 or sjanssen106@gmail.com

04/11/17 RTIR E-zine: Syria, Gorsuch and Don Rickles

April 11, 2017
02. Justice Gorsuch: Another Faux Originalist Judge
03. Former CIA Agent on Stand Your Ground Law
04. Comedian Remembers Don Rickles
05. What Took Barry Manilow So Long?
06. Trump’s New Authoritarian Government
07. How to Tell Fake News from Real News
08. She Had Dinner on Cary Grant’s Bed
09. Dangerous Things People Do While Driving
10. GOP’s New Target: Transgender Students
11. Phobia Relief Day
12. Love Him or Hate Him, Trump Brands Bigly
13. Tax Tips for the Self-Employed
14. 3 Steps to Get Serious about Retirement Planning
15. Play Ball! Eat Dogs!
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1. ==> Journalist Charles Glass on Syria

Former ABC News Chief Middle East correspondent,
Charles Glass, says “The death and suffering caused by
poison gas in Syria emphasizes the urgency — not to
escalate the war with more bombardment — but to end it
through negotiation between the United States and
Russia. Only they can impose a solution on their
clients.” Glass’ books include Syria Burning: A Short
History of a Catastrophe. In February, the New York
Review of Books published his piece “How Assad Is
Winning.” Available for a limited number of interviews,
contact him (in Beirut) at charlesglass@gmx.com,
@charlesmglass

2. ==> Justice Gorsuch: Another Faux Originalist Judge

According to Ivan Eland, Neil Gorsuch has been
advertised as a similar replacement for the deceased
Antonin Scalia, who had styled himself as a small
government “textualist.” Eland says, “Let’s hope
Gorsuch will do better than Scalia’s faux textualism.
If his previous actions are indicative, he – like
Scalia – might unfortunately practice selective
originalism.” Eland will discuss Scalia’s approach to
interpreting the Constitution and what Gorsuch will
bring to the Supreme Court and how that may affect
future rulings. Ivan Eland is a senior fellow and the
director of the Center on Peace and Liberty at the
Independent Institute. He is also the author of several
books including “Recarving Rushmore: Ranking the
Presidents on Peace, Prosperity, and Liberty.” Contact
him at (703) 282-3484 (cell); ieland@independent.org,
@Ivan_Eland

3. ==> Former CIA Agent on Stand Your Ground Law

So you bought a gun for self-defense, but do you
understand how and when you can use it? Invite Bruce
Lawlor, a former CIA case officer, former trial lawyer,
first Chief of Staff for the U.S. Department of
Homeland Security, former Virginia Tech professor, and
retired Major General, U.S. Army, to discuss the issues
involved in the “Stand Your Ground” law. Lawlor has
been interested in personal self-defense for many years
and wrote “When Deadly Force is Involved: A Look at the
Legal Side of Stand Your Ground, Duty to Retreat and
Other Questions of Self Defense” to explain the laws to
gun owners. He is a life member of the NRA member and
an NRA certified firearms instructor. Contact Johanna
Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137.

4. ==> Comedian Remembers Don Rickles

Last week, America lost its funniest late-night
television guest when Don Rickles, the legendary
“insult comic,” passed away at the age of 90. Bring
comedy historian, writer, and performer Jeffrey Gurian
on your show to share memories of Rickles and how he
influenced today’s generation of comedic performers.
Jeffrey Gurian is a comedy writer, performer, director,
author, producer, doctor, and healer. He’s written
material for comedy legends and MTV, National Lampoon,
Weekly World News, and many Friars Club Roasts. In
1999, he launched Comedy Matters, a celeb-based, online
entertainment column that now has evolved into Comedy
Matters TV, an internet TV channel. Contact Ryan
McCormick at (516) 901-1103

5. ==> What Took Barry Manilow So Long?

It was more or less an open secret but iconic singer-
songwriter Barry Manilow has officially come out as gay
at the age of 73. But just because it was widely known
that Manilow was gay doesn’t make his coming out any
less significant, according to Hilary Meyer, chief
enterprise and innovation officer for the LGBT elders
organization SAGE. “If you think about the vast
majority of LGBT older folks—say people 65 and
older—they have lived through really pervasive
discrimination, stigma, and prejudice throughout their
lives. LGBT older adults carry this heavy stigma with
them that has created this wall of staying closeted
unless they are otherwise explicitly told that this is
a safe and comfortable environment.” Services &
Advocacy for GLBT Elders (SAGE) is the country’s
largest and oldest organization dedicated to improving
the lives of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender
(LGBT) older adults. Contact Christina DaCosta at (917)
553-3328 (NY); cdacosta@sageusa.org

6. ==> Trump’s New Authoritarian Government

We knew he was a narcissist who has thin skin and loves
to lash out at those who disagree. Now that he’s
president, Ruth Ben-Ghiat says Trump’s following ‘the
authoritarian playbook.’ “Strongmen show aggression to
the press as part of a slow-drip strategy of
discrediting all information that is not dispensed by
their close allies. Strongmen also target the
judiciary, since it stands in the way of their
“reforms” that often veer into extra-legality. Those
with a history of legal troubles can be particularly
focused on this sector.” She adds, “Authoritarians love
to think they are making history, and never hesitate to
rewrite the past to suit their political agendas.” Ruth
Ben-Ghiat is professor of history and Italian studies
at New York University and a cultural critic. She
writes and speaks frequently on fascism, war, racism,
authoritarian rulers, propaganda, and the politics of
images and her essay on Trump and Mussolini recently
ran in the Atlantic. Contact her at rb68@nyu.edu

7. ==> How to Tell Fake News from Real News

The advent of social media and blogging has given the
masses the ability to create and write the news, and
fake news is fast becoming a very real and alarming
trend. With nearly half of all Americans (47%) getting
their news from Facebook often see fictional political
stories, it’s vital that we learn to distinguish fact
from fiction. Communication expert Leslie Shore will
offer 4 tips for determining whether what you are
reading is true or false. Among other things, she says
you should look for a reputable source of a story and
make sure there’s an actual author of the piece. Shore
says there are also key words to watch for that
indicate a story is opinion rather than fact. Leslie
Shore is a national speaker, communication expert,
professor, and author. She’s also the owner of Listen
to Succeed, a consultancy that focuses on listening
analytics. Contact Erin Dean at (661) 255-8283;
erin@steveallenmedia.com

8. ==> She Had Dinner on Cary Grant’s Bed

If invited, few women would have resisted an invitation
to dinner from Cary Grant, one of Hollywood’s
classically suave leading men. Lenay (Marie) Rogus was
no exception. At the time, Rogus was 19 and working at
Universal Pictures in the steno pool in a bungalow next
to Grant’s. Brief encounters on the way to her car led
the two to chat and subsequently to Grant’s invitation
to his Beverly Hills home atop a steep canyon. Rogus
will share details of the surreal evening they spent
together—including Grant’s odd penchant for
entertaining in his bedroom, what they talked about,
what they ate, the unusual collection he showed her and
what it was like riding in his Rolls Royce. Her dinner
with Grant is one of the Hollywood stories she shares
in her upcoming memoir: “Grief Comfort Guide: A
Personal Journey from Loss to Light,” which also
details her experience of losing seven dear friends and
relatives. Rogus went on to work on such films as
Raging Bull, Rocky 2 and Myra Breckinridge and has many
stories about celebrities she can relate from her years
in Hollywood. Contact her at (858) 349-4917 or
rogus3@att.net

9. ==> Dangerous Things People Do While Driving

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month and this
year, an alarming rise in motor vehicle deaths has
safety officials concerned that drivers aren’t aware of
how risky their driving behaviors are. “Most Americans
recognize risky drivers on the roadways, but they’re
not adopting safer behaviors themselves,” says Deborah
Hersman, president and CEO of the National Safety
Council. “The notion that bad things happen to other
people, but will not happen to us when we are
distracted behind the wheel, is akin to playing Russian
roulette.” She’ll reveal some of the top distressing
things drivers do – or believe they can do – when
driving and some surprising common beliefs that put
everyone at risk and increase the likelihood of being
involved in a crash. Contact Hersman at (630) 775-2307;
media@nsc.org

10. ==> GOP’s New Target: Transgender Students

The White House has signaled its intent to roll back
protections for transgender students set under
President Obama. Those protections allow students to
use locker rooms and bathrooms that match the gender
they identify with. Available to comment on this
unfolding story is Seth Rainess, a transgender male and
author of the only book written for transgender teens.
He can discuss why everyone should care about this
rollback as well as Trump’s opposition to marriage
equality, his Cabinet choices’ anti-gay beliefs, and
the effect of potential Supreme Court appointments on
the transgender community. Rainess’ book is “Real Talk
for Teens: Jump Start Guide to Gender Transition and
Beyond.” His mission is to alleviate the still
prevalent fears and misconceptions people have about
the transgender people and he’s been featured in Time
and numerous media outlets. Reach him at (732) 620-4300
(cell); (732) 291-6090 (landline) or
sjrainess@yahoo.com

11. ==> Phobia Relief Day

On May 8, people who suffer the shame, fear and stress
that accompanies phobias for such everyday things as
snakes, clowns, spiders, social anxiety and
dentists—can get relief as part of the first annual
Phobia Relief Day. The brainchild of internationally
bestselling author Kalliope Barlis, the special day
will be marked by in-person phobia relief sessions in
New York City as well as training that can be
accessible anywhere in the world through the internet.
Invite her to share what’s going on and how your
listeners can participate. She’ll also discuss the many
different types of phobias and strategies to help deal
with them. Kalliope Barlis is a New York City-based
licensed trainer of NLP who has appeared on CBS, NBC,
Fox and SiriusXM, among other media outlets and has
helped thousands of people conquer their phobias. She
is the author of the internationally bestselling
“Phobia Relief.” Contact her at (718)751-5105;
Ask@PhobiaReliefDay.org

12. ==> Love Him or Hate Him, Trump Brands Bigly

According to Tim Marshall, one of the first steps on
the journey to entrepreneurship is simply getting used
to saying your name. “That is your identity. Cherish
it. Embracing your name can be your starting point to
changing your life and embracing your uniqueness.
Donald Trump is an expert at this. You might not agree
with him, but he is a master at marketing his name, and
he does this fearlessly.” Tim, a nationally recognized
entrepreneur by INC Magazine for 4 years on their list
of America’s Fastest Growing Companies, will openly
share his own life lessons and personal techniques to
guide entrepreneurs in defining their purpose, creating
their brand, and delivering their message. Tim was the
#1 U.S. salesperson for a global tech company for 12
years. He is a coach, speaker and author. His latest
book is “The Power of Breaking Fear as an
Entrepreneur.” Contact Brenda Star at (561) 547-0667;
Brenda@StarGroupInternational.com

13. ==> Tax Tips for the Self-Employed

Tax season is here! Lisa London CPA, can help your
listeners streamline their current files and understand
everything from deductions to what is considered
income. She says, “With the influx of people in the
sharing economy, like Uber drivers, Airbnb hosts, and
EBay and Amazon sellers, more and more people need to
understand what is considered income and what are
allowable expenses.” Invite her to tell your audience
how to use their cell phones to simplify bookkeeping
and share record-keeping tips and tricks to help small
and at-home businesses. Lisa London has been featured
on numerous TV and radio shows. She is the author of
the “Accountant Beside You” series of books for small
businesses, nonprofits, and churches. Her newest book,
“Banish Your Bookkeeping Nightmares-The Go-To Guide for
the Self-Employed to Save Money, Reduce Frustration, &
Satisfy the IRS” will be released next month. Contact
her at (919) 770-3746; lisa@lisalondon.net

14. ==> 3 Steps to Get Serious about Retirement
Planning

Last year, when the Federal Reserve Board asked, more
than half of all respondents admitted they were not
confident or just slightly confident of making the
right retirement investment decisions. Indeed, the
Fed’s report expressed alarm at how unprepared
investors are at making the best possible choices at a
time when most people’s retirement plans are self-
directed. Chartered retirement planning counselor
Rodger Alan Friedman, CRPC®, is worried too. “Getting
the retirement equation right is no more a do-it-
yourself exercise than home root-canal kits … The vast
majority of Americans will not thrive in retirement.
That is reserved for people who understand the risks
they face in the later stages of their lives. They
acknowledge that preparation is necessary and they do
the intelligent thing—they seek help.” Invite Friedman
to share 3 steps to get serious about retirement
planning and how to tell if you’re on track for your
golden years. Friedman’s latest book is “Fire Your
Retirement Planner You: Concise Advice on How to Join
the $100,000 Retirement Club.” Contact him at (844)
3MY-PLAN; Rodger@RodgeronRetirement.com
15. ==> Play Ball! Eat Dogs!

Like popcorn at the movies, hot dogs are the
quintessential summer ballpark food, and the National
Hot Dog and Sausage Council (NHDSC) estimates that
baseball fans will consume nearly 19 million hot dogs
and more than 4.1 million sausages during the 2017 MLB
season. So who’s got the best dogs? The winner of the
Fifth Annual Hot Dog Madness Bracket Contest is the
Boston Red Sox, but the competition was pretty tough.
“While perennial hot dog favorites remain staples at
ballparks across America, teams are introducing new
creations every year,” says Eric Mittenthal. He can
talk about anything and everything about baseball, hot
dogs and sausages including some of the craziest
concoctions served to fans like the Royals’ Sunrise Dog
(served only on Sundays) and Toronto’s Bloor Street Dog
(a dog topped with butter chicken, chili-lime sour
cream, a trio of Indian vegetables and fresh chopped
parsley). Contact Eric Mittenthal at (202) 587-4238;
(404) 808-8396 or emittenthal@meatinstitute.org,
@MeatVP

04/06/17 RTIR E-zine: Terror Attack, Mental Spring Cleaning, Underemployed Boomers

April 6, 2017
01. Russian Terror Attack: A View from St. Petersburg
02. Steve Bannon Booted but Not Gone
03. Pepsi Pulls Plug on Protest Ad
04. It’s International Fun at Work Day!
05. Sesame Street, Power Rangers-New Faces of Autism
06. Is Trump Making America Great?
07. Boomers Still Underemployed
08. What Mae West Taught This Guest
09. Spring Clean Your Brain
10. Will AG End Medical Marijuana?
11. The Great Debate Over Saying “Hello”
12. Do Doodlers Get Better Grades?
13. How Failure Can Make You Fitter
14. A College Degree Isn’t Enough Anymore
15. Namaste – Kids’ Yoga Day Tomorrow!
=======================================

1. ==> Russian Terror Attack: A View from St.
Petersburg

Currently in St. Petersburg, Gilbert Doctorow is a
Brussels-based political analyst. “Russia’s reaction to
Monday’s terror attacks on St. Petersburg’s subway
system stands in stark contrast to what we have seen in
public behavior in Paris, Berlin and Brussels following
similar attacks over the past 18 months. “Putin
delivered no maudlin speech to the nation and Russian
state television coverage was not dominated by images
of tearful and shocked citizens lighting candles and
reaffirming their faith in a free, open and pluralistic
society — the dominant themes of the media in France,
Germany and Belgium. “In St. Petersburg, the official
reactions were more down to earth and practical.”
Doctorow just wrote the piece “Russians Take Terror
Attack in Stride” for Consortium News. Contact him at
gdoctorow@yahoo.com

2. ==> Steve Bannon Booted but Not Gone

White House sources say Trump’s chief strategist Steve
Bannon has been removed from the National Security
Council as part of a larger NSC shake-up, but Alex Ward
says he remains a top adviser with strong views.
“Bannon still has immense interest in national security
and he’ll still offer advice,” says Ward, an analyst at
the Atlantic Council think tank who closely watches
Trump’s foreign policy. “Bannon still cares deeply
about Iran and ‘radical Islamic terrorism.’ He will
still offer his advice on how to curb Iran’s regional
rise and defeat [the so-called Islamic State], among
other terror groups. He’ll also offer more dovish
recommendations regarding Russia.” The Atlantic Council
is a Washington think-tank/public policy group focusing
on international affairs. Contact Alex Ward at (202)
778-4993; press@atlanticcouncil.org

3. ==> Pepsi Pulls Plug on Protest Ad

Even before it’s official release, Pepsi’s
controversial new ad, set at a protest march, was
quickly called out for being tone-deaf and offensive.
The ad, starring Kardashian sister Kendall Jenner, was
slated for a worldwide release but Pepsi has now pulled
the plug on the spot. Reputation management specialist
Ryan McCormick says Pepsi should apologize for
upsetting people and then begin writing big checks to
organizations that were most offended by their
commercial. He adds, “Pepsi’s controversial ad should
be lesson for all corporations to never, ever hawk
their products using national strife & tragedy as the
backdrop.” In the end, he says, “The American public
has a short term memory and an even shorter attention
span. The crisis will be a forgotten footnote a month
or a year from now.” McCormick is cofounder of Goldman
McCormick PR. Contact him at (516) 901-1103; (919)
377-1200

4. ==> It’s International Fun at Work Day!

Did you know today is International Fun at Work Day?
Ask your listeners if they have fun at work and share
ways to make the workplace a better atmosphere when you
interview leading workplace fun expert Nick Gianoulis.
International Fun at Work Day commemorates the
importance fun should play in the workplace. Invite
Nick on air to explain why fun is serious business: it
boosts innovation, productivity, sales and employee
retention and is one of the leading ingredients in why
companies become leaders in their fields. He’ll explain
how fun (belly laughs, engagement, and friendly
competition) can easily be had at companies of all
sizes without large budgets by using stimulating mind
games, physical challenges, creative contests and more.
Nick is the co-author of “Playing It Forward: Because
Fun Matters for Employees, Customers and Bottom Line.”
He’s also the founder of the Fun Dept. and developer of
a new Box of Fun concept —similar to Blue Apron and
Bark Box—that makes having fun at work easier than
ever, particularly for small teams. Contact Nick at
(302) 463-3819; nick@thefundept.com

5. ==> Sesame Street, Power Rangers-New Faces of Autism

6. ==> Is Trump Making America Great?

Donald Trump pledged to “Make America Great Again.” But
three months into his presidency, is he doing that?
Michelle Deen says, “If our goal is to create a better
America, it has to start with sound character—of our
leaders who serve to guide us, of our citizens who
create our society, and of parents who are molding our
children and through them, our future.” Deen will
discuss the breakdown of character that’s been
festering in politics and culture, with the election of
Trump bringing it all to a head. She’ll challenge
conventional assumptions about moral values, explain
why the “culture war” hasn’t worked to create a more
moral society, and suggest a new solution to get our
culture back on track. An experienced media guest,
Michelle Deen is an expert in human development and
family relations Her latest book is “Saving America’s
Grace: Rethinking Family Values, Moral Politics and the
Culture War.” Contact her at (805) 679-3084;
mmdeen42@gmail.com

7. ==> Boomers Still Underemployed

While the numbers may suggest that more Americans are
working today, many business professionals over 50
still struggle with long-term unemployment, under-
employment, lower pay and traditional job search
techniques that produce nothing. Good reasons why more
boomers are turning to the gig economy, notes Spunk
Burke, author of “The GIG Solution.” Spunk will explain
how boomers are learning to target prospects whose
problems they could solve as a contractor or on a
project basis. He’s a staffing veteran who provides
coaching to help boomers build rewarding gig practices.
He also helps companies link to contractors who can
address their immediate needs. Spunk can be reached at
(978) 801-9010 or spunk@thegigsolution.com

8. ==> What Mae West Taught This Guest

Back in the day, Mae West was one of America’s sexiest
film stars about whom one famous actor once opined,
“She stole everything but the cameras.” Known for her
sexual innuendos, tight dresses and distaste for
censorship, West remains a Hollywood legend. In 1970,
when the two worked on the pioneering gender-bending
film Myra Breckinridge, Lenay (Marie) Rogus got to know
West. Rogus can reveal what was behind West’s unusual
walk, her tendency to refer to herself in the third
person, the unusual privilege West had written into her
contract and what life was like on the set of
Breckinridge, which Rogus describes as “the first X-
rated movie before there were X-rated movies.”
Breckinridge also starred Raquel Welch and was Farrah
Fawcett’s first film. Her anecdotes about the movie are
among the Hollywood stories she shares in her upcoming
memoir: “Grief Comfort Guide: A Personal Journey from
Loss to Light,” which also details her experience of
losing seven of her loved ones. Contact her at (858)
349-4917 or rogus3@att.net

9. ==> Spring Clean Your Brain

It’s spring and that means a new beginning often
preceded by cleaning like nobody’s business. Before
your audience members begin on the garage, basement,
cupboards or even their wardrobe, Andro Donovan says
they should start with their brain. The author of the
new book “Motivate Yourself: Get the Life You Want,
Find Purpose and Achieve Fulfilment” says people should
take their cues from big wave surfer Laird Hamilton. He
famously said, “Make sure your worst enemy doesn’t live
between your own ears.” To do that, Andro advises
making friends with your inner rats—a clever way for
remembering “rational mind scripts.” These saboteurs
are our need for being perfect, hurrying up, trying
harder, being strong and needing to be liked. She’ll
explain how to be conscious of them and avoid self-
sabotage. Andro is a leadership development specialist
known for her life-changing retreats that take place
around the world. Contact her at+4407711238410;
andro@trend.co.uk; andro@androdonovan.com; Skype:
andro.donovan1

10. ==> Will AG End Medical Marijuana?

11. ==> The Great Debate Over Saying “Hello”

12. ==> Do Doodlers Get Better Grades?

Getting kids to pay attention has always been a
challenge for teachers. But this is even more true
today when most students own multiple devices that
divert their attention. Teacher and illustrator Red
Rohl believes he has found the answer to engaging,
inspiring and exciting students, thereby creating a
classroom of energetic learners. Rohl will explain how
sketchnote inspired art engages students and improves
their comprehension. He says, “It works especially well
for students who are visual learners and those who
learn by hands-on activities, which typically fade
after middle school ends.” You’ll learn how this cross-
curricular approach helps students with math, social
studies, science, and writing skills. A lifelong
illustrator, Red Rohl has 20 years of experience
teaching at-risk students. He is the author of “Heavy
Sketches,” a collection of 30 years’ worth of his own
sketchnote-inspired art combined with creative
literacy. Contact him at (828) 284-1973;
redrohl9@gmail.com

13. ==> How Failure Can Make You Fitter

Just about everyone has messed up when it comes to
eating healthfully and exercising. In fact, according
to world-class athlete and chiropractor Tim Warren,
it’s perfectly normal. Warren says people inevitably
feel overwhelmed by what is going on in their lives and
screw up now. “The problem lies not in the failing but
in not restarting sooner. Cut down the reboot time, do
more healthy than unhealthy stuff, and guess what? You
win.” Warren, who climbed Mount Everest at age 48 and
has cared for more than 10,000 patients in his 30-year
medical career, doesn’t believe in dieting, having iron
willpower or living life in the gym. His approach is to
encourage daily mini-improvements. Warren has been
featured on dozens of radio and television shows and in
numerous print interviews. He’s the author of “Feet,
Fork and Fun,” written after years of experiencing
frustration trying to influence patients to improve
their level of fitness, nutrition and mindfulness. Tim
Warren’s first book was “Lessons from Everest.” Contact
him at (401) 374-5067; tim@drtimwarren.com

14. ==> A College Degree Isn’t Enough Anymore

University students are facing unique challenges today
– rapid economic changes, an evolving job market, and
the need to become the employee employers want to hire
and keep. How can they create the needed adaptability
skills, along with the mobility and fluidity essential
for today’s hires while still in college? Invite Jason
Ma, America’s chief millennial mentor, to discuss the
challenges common to students and Millennials, and
share ways to help them be successful in their careers
– and life. From clarifying direction to becoming more
pragmatically skillful (and street-smart) to finding
quality internships to managing stress, failure and
conflicts and to rising up the ranks, Jason will
address the many issues facing students and young
professionals today. Jason Ma is founder, CEO & chief
mentor of ThreeEQ, Inc., a success coaching and
consulting service for high-end families and companies.
He’s an international speaker and the author of “Young
Leaders 3.0.” Contact him at (408) 823-7768;
jma@youngleaders3.com

15. ==> Namaste – Kids’ Yoga Day Tomorrow!

Tomorrow, from 11 a.m. to 11:05 a.m., thousands of
schoolchildren around the world, including those in all
50 U.S. states, will put down their books and let their
imaginations run free as they mold themselves into
trees, flamingos, kites and other kid-friendly yoga
positions. They will be joined by children at home and
other locations, all led by more than 200 official
ambassadors to raise global awareness about yoga for
kids. It’s all part of the second annual Kids’ Yoga
Day, created by Theresa Power. An internationally
recognized children’s yoga expert and author of “The
ABCs of Yoga for Kids” series, Power says yoga teaches
skills that help kids focus, regulate their emotions,
and better respond to stress. “Today’s ‘typical child’
is stressed out, under-nourished, and sedentary. A
simple yoga practice is an ideal way to naturally
unwind while getting physical activity and building the
foundation for a lifelong tradition of health and
fitness,” she says. Contact Diane Elder at 310 430
3953; delder70@gmail.com

04/04/2017 RTIR E-zine: Obamacare Repeal, Celebrating WOmen, Spring Fever

April 4, 2017

01. 50 Years After MLK’s ‘Beyond Vietnam’ Speech
02. Obamacare Repeal Isn’t Dead?
03. You Do This While Driving but Shouldn’t
04. Play Ball! Eat Dogs!
05. Friday is Kids’ Yoga Day
06. Tales of a Celebrity Talent Agent
07. Calling 911 Could Kill You
08. Tax Tips for the Self-Employed
09. Widely Accepted Business Wisdom Debunked
10. What Trump Can Teach You about Branding
11. Are Schools Teaching Kids to Stop Thinking?
12. Celebrity Designer: The Secret is Simplicity
13. Why Do We Say “Hello?”
14. Celebrate Women Who Soar
15. Why You Should Run Away this Spring
=======================================

1. ==> 50 Years After MLK’s ‘Beyond Vietnam’ Speech

Fifty years ago today, Martin Luther King delivered his
‘Beyond Vietnam’ speech. On April 4, from the altar of
Riverside Church in New York, King condemned the war.
He did so against the wishes of his advisers, and even
though he knew it could erode his already-fading public
support, financially cripple his organization, and end
his relationship with a president who’d done more for
civil rights than any since Lincoln. Invite Rev.
Graylan Hagler, senior pastor at the Plymouth
Congregational United Church of Christ in Washington,
D.C., to discuss the controversial speech and what
happened afterward. Reverend Hagler is chairperson of
Faith Strategies, an organization of clergy
strategizing and organizing to bring human rights and
civil rights into the faith community and the public
arena. Contact him at gshagler@verizon.net;
@graylanhagler

2. ==> Obamacare Repeal Isn’t Dead?

President Donald Trump turned to Twitter Sunday morning
to declare that efforts aimed at repealing and
replacing Obamacare are still alive, pointing to the
“love and strength” in the Republican Party. Trump has
claimed Obamacare will “implode” and that that will
lead lawmakers to create a better health care bill. Dr.
Elaina George, author of “Big Medicine: The Cost of
Corporate Control and How Doctors and Patients Working
Together Can Rebuild a Better System,” can discuss what
might be included in a better plan. Dr. Elaina George
is a Board Certified Otolaryngologist. She hosts her
own radio show, Medicine On Call, and is a keynote
speaker for many organizations. Contact Mark Goldman at
(516) 639-0988

3. ==> You Do This While Driving but Shouldn’t

4. ==> Play Ball! Eat Dogs!

5. ==> Friday is Kids’ Yoga Day

This Friday, from 11 a.m. to 11:05 a.m., thousands of
schoolchildren around the world, including those in all
50 U.S. states, will put down their books and let their
imaginations run free as they mold themselves into
trees, flamingos, kites and other kid-friendly yoga
positions. They will be joined by children at home and
other locations, all led by more than 200 official
ambassadors to raise global awareness about yoga for
kids. It’s all part of the second annual Kids’ Yoga
Day, created by Theresa Power. An internationally
recognized children’s yoga expert and author of “The
ABCs of Yoga for Kids” series, Power says yoga teaches
skills that help kids focus, regulate their emotions,
and better respond to stress. “Today’s ‘typical child’
is stressed out, under-nourished, and sedentary. A
simple yoga practice is an ideal way to naturally
unwind while getting physical activity and building the
foundation for a lifelong tradition of health and
fitness,” she says. Contact Diane Elder at (310)
430-3953; delder70@gmail.com

6. ==> Tales of a Celebrity Talent Agent

7. ==> Calling 911 Could Kill You

8. ==> Tax Tips for the Self-Employed

9. ==> Widely Accepted Business Wisdom Debunked

The customer is always right. Or is he? You can’t
change horses midstream! Or can you? Jack Quarles will
expose the fallback notions decision makers gravitate
to that don’t always serve them. He says, “The defining
notion is usually a short sentence and often reflects
some inside knowledge: ‘They’re the best in the
business.’ ‘We’re different—that won’t work here.’
‘The customer is always right.’” Quarles is on a
mission to help companies increase their bottom lines
by increasing their vigilance against expensive
sentences! Jack Quarles is a bestselling author,
international speaker and trainer, and founder of
Buying Excellence, a company that helps businesses
choose the right solution and vendor for them. His
latest book, Expensive Sentences, is part of a planned
series of books on expensive sentences in other fields
such as education, parenting, and financial planning.
Contact him at (703) 944-9676;
jack@buyingexcellence.com

10. ==> What Trump Can Teach You about Branding

11. ==> Are Schools Teaching Kids to Stop Thinking?

School used to be a place where students learned how to
use reason and academic skills to solve problems. But
nationally recognized author Tom DeWeese says today’s
Department of Education instructs teachers not to teach
students how to think but what to think. DeWeese says
the classroom has become a place for non-stop
propaganda and behavior modification to impose a
“proper” thought process called “Globally Acceptable
Truth.” DeWeese says the result is today’s generation
of college students who live in constant fear of
microaggression and trigger warnings. Invite DeWeese to
discuss how we got here and what is required to restore
proper education in our schools. Tom DeWeese has been
featured on Fox News’ Follow the Money, Hannity and
Colmes, The Michael Reagan Talk Show and in The New
York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington
Post, and The Washington Times. He’s the author of
“Erase.” Contact him at (540) 341-8911 (VA);
APCDeWeese@aol.com

12. ==> Celebrity Designer: The Secret is Simplicity

What’s the secret to great design – and a great life?
Deeia Topp says it’s all about simplicity. After
twenty-five years of designing for the likes of the
‘real’ housewives, former interior designer, Topp, left
her lucrative career behind in search of happiness. An
author and speaker, Topp, says, “I tell people that
happiness is an inside job, it’s not something that can
be bought by fancy furniture or expensive interiors.”
She’ll offer tips on how anyone can design a less
complicated life. Her practical approach will help
listeners find inner peace amid the chaos of their busy
lives as she challenges them to take the stop
complaining challenge…if they dare. Topp is the
author of “Complicated…by Design,” a delightfully
dishy novel that goes behind the draperies of
Greenwich’s Botoxed elite where Eat Pray Love meets
Trainwreck. Contact Deeia Topp at (941) – 350 – 5716;
deeia.dmt@comcast.net

13. ==> Why Do We Say “Hello?”

No one thinks about it but why do we answer the
telephone by saying “hello” and greet people on the
street using the same word? And while we are at it, why
do we say “goodbye” when we are about to hang up or bid
farewell to the person we just ran into? Word lover
Susanna Janssen, a newspaper columnist and former
college professor, has thought about this and has the
answers. She’ll cheerfully trace the origins of “hello”
back to the 1400s and will also reveal why if Alexander
Graham Bell had gotten his way we’d be saying “ahoy.”
She’ll also share the back story for goodbye, which
dates from the 1500s, and why parting used to include a
reference to God. If there is time, she can also share
the origins of some other popular expressions that we
take for granted. Janssen is the author of “Wordstruck!
The Fun and Fascination of Language.” Reach her at
(707) 272-1351 or sjanssen106@gmail.com

14. ==> Celebrate Women Who Soar

Invite Connie Rankin to share the stories of 10
powerful women, including herself, who have survived
incredible challenges, learned to thrive and completed
the circle by giving back to others. When Rankin found
her successful real estate business was bringing her
less joy she searched to find more meaning and
concluded that other women share her predicament. “I
found that other women were also asking themselves,
‘Why am I doing this?’ There has got to be more to life
than having a successful business, a nice home, and
nice car. The missing ingredient is paying it forward,”
she says. Among the women profiled in her new book “God
Gave Us Wings: A Journey to Success: Theirs, Mine, and
Yours,” is Kendra Coleman, a Wounded Warrior who lost
her leg eight years ago while serving in Afghanistan.
Connie Rankin is a recognized leader in female
empowerment and sought-after media guest. She is
president of CRES, a commercial real estate firm and
has been honored multiple times for helping other
women. Contact Megan Salch at (713) 864-1344, ext.1;
MeganSalch@TellYourTale.com

15. ==> Why You Should Run Away this Spring

Spring means new life and new beginnings. Time to let
go of what is not serving you anymore. Have you ever
wanted to just chuck it all and run away? Lucetta
Zaytoun says, “If you have it’s because that job,
situation or relationship isn’t working for you. If you
do run away, it means you are actually running back to
you, and then you have the opportunity to recreate that
relationship, job or situation in a way that does work
for you.” Lucetta says, “Most people think running away
is weak and cowardly, but the truth is it takes a lot
of courage to walk away. Gather up your bravery and
give yourself permission to run. This could be the
season of a new you.” Lucetta Zaytoun is an
international speaker, coach and the founder of Your
Life in Bold, llc. She’s the author of “It’s Already
Tomorrow Here: Never Underestimate the Power of Running
Away.” Contact her at 919-450-8944;
lucettazaytoun@gmail.com

03/28/17 RTIR E-zine: London Attacks, Healthcare, Breastfeeding and Brains

March 28, 2017

01. A Love Letter to Extremists after London Attack
02. Dems Take on Healthcare- Single-Payer & Public
Option .
03. Sesame Street Adds Autistic Muppet
04. Hooked on Hoops at Work
05. Can Video Games Help Depression?
06. Spring – Do You Have the Courage to Run Away?
07. Beyond ObamaCare – Take Responsibility for Your Health
08. Breastfeeding Doesn’t Make Kids Smarter
09. From People Mag – Modern Day ‘Hidden Figure’
10. Celebrate Women Who Soar
11. Start a Business or Dwell in Fear?
12. Will Alzheimer’s Bankrupt Medicare?
13. Is Being Bilingual an Advantage?
14. Sound Healer Helps Dogs, Cats Heal
15. Spring Clean Your Brain
=======================================

1. ==> A Love Letter to Extremists after London Attack

Independent, London-based investigative reporter Nafeez
Ahmed just wrote the piece “A love letter to extremists
after the London attack,” which states: “We know that
Islamist terrorists, from ISIS to al-Qaeda and beyond,
target the so-called ‘gray zone’—the arena of co-
existence where people of all faiths and none live and
work together. They want us to turn on each other. They
want Muslims and non-Muslims to hate each other, fear
each other, and fight each other. That’s the
apocalyptic ‘clash of civilizations’ they yearn for.
Extremists from the Western and Muslim worlds feed off
each other like cannibalistic vultures, selling the
same divisive rhetoric of unmitigated anger and
xenophobic hatred.” Ahmed is the founder of INSURGE
intelligence, a crowdfunded public interest
investigative journalism project. His work has been
published in numerous outlets including the Guardian
and VICE. Contact Nafeez Ahmed in London at
iprdoffice@gmail.com; @NafeezAhmed

2. ==> Dems Take on Healthcare- Single-Payer & Public
Option

Now that Republicans’ efforts to pass sweeping health
care legislation have failed, Sen. Bernie Sanders plans
to propose a health care system funded entirely by
taxpayers. Sanders told CNN’s Dana Bash that he intends
to introduce legislation outlining a “Medicare-for-all,
single-payer” health care plan — and he will reach out
to President Donald Trump to help advance it. But
Russell Mokhiber says that’s not the whole story.
Invite him to discuss what Sanders is proposing, and
what the public option is and who that would benefit.
Russell Mokhiber is founder of Single Payer Action.
Contact him at @corpcrimereport

3. ==> Sesame Street Adds Autistic Muppet

Julie is the newest Muppet to move to Sesame Street and
she is autistic. Jeanne Beard says she will likely be a
great addition. Beard, founder of the National Autism
Academy, says, “It’s a great step toward integrating
our children with ASD into mainstream life. I am sure
it will have a positive impact on many children without
ASD who will come in contact with those on the spectrum
at some point, as well as providing a wonderful model
for child who have autism to see how they can fit in to
social environments and have relationships.” Jeanne
Beard is the mother of a 20-year-old autistic son and
the author of “Autism and the Rest of Us: How to
Sustain a Healthy, Functional and Satisfying
Relationship with a Person on the Autism Spectrum.” She
National “Autism Academy provides on-line education and
support to parents of children with autism. Contact her
at (630) 542-1191; jeanne@nationalautismacademy.com.

4. ==> Hooked on Hoops at Work

March Madness is reaching a fevered pitch as coworkers
stop to analyze the latest game results and gloat over
where they stand in the office betting pool. But does
March Madness truly rate as fun at work or is it
stopping America’s workplaces cold? For the play-by-
play, invite Nat Measley, a leading expert on fun at
work, to talk about why having a good time on the job
is huge, where March Madness fits in and why the
company you work for might get more mileage out of
hosting its own bracketed ping pong tournament. Measley
is the co-author of “Playing It Forward: Because Fun
Matters for Employees, Customers and Bottom Line.” He’s
also COO of the Fun Dept. and co-developer of a new Box
of Fun concept—similar to Blue Apron and Bark Box—that
makes having fun at work easier than ever, particularly
for small teams. Contact Measley at (302) 690-1515,
Nat@thefundept.com

5. ==> Can Video Games Help Depression?

Finally, some good news about video games! Researchers
at the University of California Davies studied gaming
and students who suffered from mild depression and
concluded that playing video games could help sufferers
feel like they have more control over their situation.
Dr. Frieda Birnbaum says video games can be an
effective means of helping people improve their mental
health. Invite her to discuss the benefits of video
games as well as the hazards, and how to tell when
gaming has become a problem. Dr. Frieda Birnbaum is a
research psychologist, psychoanalyst and the author of
“Life Begins at 60: A New View on Motherhood, Marriage,
and Reinventing Ourselves.” She’s an expert on
depression, women’s issues, and attaining happiness.
Contact Ryan McCormick at (516) 901-1103; (919)
377-1200 or ryan@goldmanmccormick.com

6. ==> Spring – Do You Have the Courage to Run Away?

7. ==> Beyond ObamaCare – Take Responsibility for Your
Health

According to Dr. Tim Warren, “The cure for the fiscal
and disease state that we find ourselves in as a first-
world country: Americans taking responsibility for
their wellness (good and bad).” He’ll discuss how,
regardless of what’s going on in Washington, you can be
in charge of your own health. Warren, who climbed Mount
Everest at age 48 and has cared for more than 10,000
patients in his 30-year medical career, doesn’t believe
in dieting, having iron willpower or living life in the
gym. His approach is to encourage daily mini-
improvements. Warren has been featured on dozens of
radio and television shows and in numerous print
interviews. He’s the author of “Feet, Fork and Fun,”
written after years of experiencing frustration trying
to influence patients to improve their level of
fitness, nutrition and mindfulness. Tim Warren’s first
book was “Lessons from Everest.” Contact him at (401)
374-5067; tim@drtimwarren.com

8. ==> Breastfeeding Doesn’t Make Kids Smarter

While new mothers may debate what they believe to be
long-term benefits, a new study published in the
journal Pediatrics finds that breastfeeding has little
impact on long-term cognitive development and behavior.
Parenting expert Poppy Spencer says that could be a
great relief for mothers who bottle-feed their babies,
for whatever reason. She says, “For decades, shame and
guilt have plagued mothers across the country: What
happens if I don’t breastfeed, my child? The best thing
a mother can do when she is literally and figuratively
nourishing her baby is to pass along good feelings and
love, whether in a bottle or breast. Studies have shown
that when the mother is calm and present when nursing
or bottle feeding, the baby receives an infusion of not
just nutrients but an infusion of pure love. No one can
beat that.” Poppy and her husband, Geoff, are
relational experts and licensed, specialty-certified
New Life Story Wellness coaches. Their book, “1 Billion
Seconds,” is based on years of research on hundreds of
people and offers a formula for a flourishing
relationship by developing exceptional communication.
Contact them at (941) 586-2911;
poppyandgeoff@relationalexperts.com

9. ==> From People Mag – Modern Day ‘Hidden Figure’

Your listeners may have read this story in People
Magazine with a nod to the Oscars and the movie ‘Hidden
Figures.’ Olympia LePoint began working as a rocket
scientist for Boeing in 1998 at the age of 21. Although
nearly 40 years had passed since women like Katherine
Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson, the
scientists whose lives are chronicled in Hidden
Figures, helped launch John Glenn into orbit, LePoint
experienced many of the same adversities and challenges
her predecessors had during her tenure at NASA. Invite
her to share her inspiring story and hear how she
failed math until an 11th grade teacher took her under
her wing and taught her how to perceive her own
intelligence and think differently. She was then hired
at Boeing three months after graduating, at the age of
21, and became the youngest scientist in the company.
Olympia LePoint is the author of “Mathaphobia,” a book
on how to overcome your fear of math and is currently a
popular college math professor and motivational
speaker. Her inspiring story just came out in People
Feb 22nd. Contact Erin Dean at (661) 255-8283;
erin@steveallenmedia.com

10. ==> Celebrate Women Who Soar

March is Women’s History Month and a great reason to
invite Connie Rankin to share the stories of 10
powerful women, including herself, who have survived
incredible challenges, learned to thrive and completed
the circle by giving back to others. When Rankin found
her successful real estate business was bringing her
less joy she searched to find more meaning and
concluded that other women share her predicament. “I
found that other women were also asking themselves,
‘Why am I doing this?’ There has got to be more to life
than having a successful business, a nice home, and
nice car. The missing ingredient is paying it forward,”
she says. Among the women profiled in her new book “God
Gave Us Wings: A Journey to Success: Theirs, Mine, and
Yours,” is Kendra Coleman, a Wounded Warrior who lost
her leg eight years ago while serving in Afghanistan.
Connie Rankin is a recognized leader in female
empowerment and sought-after media guest. She is
president of CRES, a commercial real estate firm and
has been honored multiple times for helping other
women. Contact Megan Salch at (713) 864-1344, ext.1;
MeganSalch@TellYourTale.com

11. ==> Start a Business or Dwell in Fear?

According to the U.S. Small Business Administration,
“Small businesses provide 55% of all jobs and 66% of
all new jobs since the 1970s!” Yet many small
businesses, essential to our economy, are never born.
Why? Everyday people are deterred from approaching the
path of entrepreneurship because of fear. Fear of
struggle, fear of failure, and fear of financial loss
are all paralytics to success. Tim S. Marshall
addresses those concerns with manageable and applicable
strategies. He openly shares his own life lessons and
proven techniques in generating leads, creating
referrals, and closing sales. In addition, he focuses
on real-world takeaways. His fast track to success
guides entrepreneurs to define their purpose, create
their brand, and face their fears. Marshall is a
corporate coach, renowned speaker, and the author of
“The Marshall Principles: Entrepreneurship – Cracking
the Code.” Contact Brenda Star at (561) 547-0667;
Brenda@StarGroupInternational.com

12. ==> Will Alzheimer’s Bankrupt Medicare?

CNN recently reported that caring for Alzheimer’s
patients could bankrupt Medicare in the next ten years.
The memory-robbing disease already accounts for 20
percent of Medicare/Medicaid expenses and funding to
find a cure or prevent the disease is inadequate, CNN
said. This looming crisis is the best reason to
interview Michael Morgan, a pioneer in an affordable
treatment that could potentially save Medicare. Invite
him to share strong evidence that craniosacral therapy
is effective in treating at-risk people for Alzheimer’s
and those in the early to mid-stages of dementia. He’ll
explain what craniosacral therapy is and ways it can
increase longevity. Morgan is the author of “The
BodyEnergy Longevity Prescription: How CranioSacral
Therapy Helps Prevent Alzheimer’s and Dementia While
Improving the Quality of Your Life.” Reach him at (312)
543-4719; media@bodyenergy.net

13. ==> Is Being Bilingual an Advantage?

Susanna Janssen, a retired college professor and
language expert, says there are lots of reasons to take
up a second language. For example, did you know that
being bilingual not only provides an advantage to your
brain but also to your bank account? Oui! She’ll
explain that bilinguals—even infants exposed to a
second language—show enhanced abilities in focus and
concentration, memory, interpersonal skills and
problem-solving. Studies also show bilingualism is a
buffer against Alzheimer’s (awesome news in any
language). She’ll demonstrate ways learning a new
language is easier than you would think. Janssen is a
newspaper columnist and the author of “Wordstruck!: The
Fun and Fascination of Language”. Reach her at (707)
272-1351 or sjanssen106@gmail.com

14. ==> Sound Healer Helps Dogs, Cats Heal

We love our pets and when they are in pain or out of
sorts it’s tough on us, too. Sound healer Dawn Crystal
uses her voice to heal dogs, cats and other animals—and
their people—and can demonstrate her art live on the
air. She can use her decade long experience in the
holistic healing art to eliminate the pain of animals
by rebalancing their bodies, eliminating energy
blockages. For a fun show, let Crystal demonstrate how
it is done. She will explain that animals are more
receptive to sound healing than people are, having
quicker recoveries. Crystal’s human clients include
CEOs and celebrities who typically book her for 30-
minute sessions. She has a collection of MP3s for sale
on her website that let people release their own
blockages. Reach her at (808) 268-6242;
dawncrystalmaui@gmail.com

15. ==> Spring Clean Your Brain

03/23/17 RTIR E-zine: Hooked on Hoops, Senior Tsunami, Dating Deal Breakers

March 23, 2017
01. Expert: Congress Can Release Trump’s Tax Returns
02. March Madness – the Psychology of Excellence
03. Hooked on Hoops at Work
04. Saved by the Bell’ Producer Peter Engel
05. Peak Behind the Scenes of Movie-Making
06. Beauty and the Beast- A Tale as Old as Time?
07. Spring Clean Your Brain
08. Tax Tips for the ‘Sharing Economy’
09. Whistleblowers, Journalism and Politics
10. Will the World Ever Be Color Blind?
11. Fear – The Four Letter Word in Business
12. A Senior Tsunami is Coming
13. Trump’s Age & Hair-Loss Drug = Dementia?
14. Celebrity Designer: The Secret is Simplicity
15. Dating Deal Breakers
=======================================

1. ==> Expert: Congress Can Release Trump’s Tax Returns

President Trump’s continuing refusal to release his tax
returns despite the contrary common practice of
presidents over the last 40 years has spurred interest
in finding alternative ways to obtain the information.
George Yin says Congress has the authority to obtain,
inspect, and disclose the confidential tax information
of any taxpayer, including the president, without the
taxpayer’s consent.” “Congress added the authority to
the law in 1924. … Several matters, including two
involving possible conflicts of interest, helped bring
the separation-of-powers imbalance to Congress’s
attention. As part of an investigation, Congress sought
from President Coolidge the tax returns of the alleged
principals involved in the scandal, but the president
initially resisted the request. Although Coolidge
ultimately acceded, the experience undoubtedly made
Congress aware of its need to be able to obtain tax
information even without the president’s permission.”
Yin is the Edwin S. Cohen Distinguished Professor of
Law and Taxation at the University of Virginia. He is a
former chief of staff of the U.S. Congress’ Joint
Committee on Taxation. Contact him at
gy8a@eservices.virginia.edu

2. ==> March Madness – the Psychology of Excellence

March Madness is in full swing and it’s a great time to
talk about the psychology of excellence. Clinical
Forensic Psychologist Dr. John Huber says, “It’s one
thing to attain, and it’s another thing to sustain
success. In other words, from a sport psychology point
of view, there is one set of traits necessary to be No.
1, and there’s another set of traits necessary to stay
there.” What are some of the mental qualities that
championship teams often have? Which is a mentally
tougher team: one that always finds a way to win games
or one that manages to remain competitive despite
taking humiliating? Invite Dr. Huber to discuss the
qualities that make a team great and why some people
dare to defy the odds. Dr. John Huber is the chairman
for Mainstream Mental Health, a non-profit
organization. A mental health professional for over
twenty years, Dr. Huber is a clinical forensic
psychologist, a professor and teaches undergraduate and
graduate psychology at Texas State University. Contact
Ryan McCormick at (516) 901-1103; (919) 377-1200 or
ryan@goldmanmccormick.com

3. ==> Hooked on Hoops at Work

4. ==> Saved by the Bell’ Producer Peter Engel

Peter Engel is one of the most prolific producers in
television. He created the teen sitcom Saved by The
Bell along with several other teen series and produced
the iconic Last Comic Standing. With more than 50 years
in the television industry, Engel can share stories of
his most memorable encounters, a behind-the-scenes
glimpse of Saved by the Bell, and his own story of
overcoming significant personal and professional
challenges. Now 80, Engel is still filled with energy,
candor, wisdom and positivity. His decades of
experience in the television industry will inspire
listeners chasing their own dreams, and the grace with
which he has overcome personal challenges will resonate
with everyone. “I Was Saved by the Bell” is Engel’s
newly-released memoir. Contact Jennifer Tucker at (856)
489-8654, ext. 303; jennifer@smithpublicity.com

5. ==> Peak Behind the Scenes of Movie-Making
Lenay (Marie) Rogus spent 18 years working in Hollywood
including time spent at Universal and 20th Century-Fox.
Starting out in the steno pool, she worked her way up
to director’s assistant and post-production duties. For
anyone with an interest in what goes on behind the
scenes in the motion picture industry, an interview
with Rogus will be pure fun. She can talk about her
work on Rocky 2 and Raging Bull, and share some stories
about Sylvester Stallone and Robert De Niro and other
film stars she came in contact with. She can talk about
the unusual way she got her first job in the industry,
how Stallone sought her opinion on Rocky and matured as
a talent and detail De Niro’s kindness. Rogus tells
many Hollywood stories in her new memoir, “Grief
Comfort Guide: A Personal Journey from Loss to Light,”
which also details her experience of losing seven of
her loved ones. Contact her at (858) 349-4917 or
rogus3@att.net, rogus3@att.net

6. ==> Beauty and the Beast- A Tale as Old as Time?

Beauty and The Beast is breaking records at the box
office! Invite relationship expert Shannon Colleary to
break down the components of Belle and Beast’s
relationship into fantasy and reality. Does true love
really exist? Would a real-life Belle fall in love with
a beast? Could a beast really change his ways? Shannon
says the story combines romantic fantasy with
codependency and even some S & M. Colleary is a
sexpert, and relationship/dating coach. She’s been
syndicated by “O” The Oprah Magazine and The Huffington
Post and her work has been featured on The Today Show,
NPR, CNN and HuffPo Live. She’s the author of several
books including “Married Sex: Fact and Fiction.”
Contact Erin Dean at (661) 255-8283;
erin@steveallenmedia.com

7. ==> Spring Clean Your Brain

8. ==> Tax Tips for the ‘Sharing Economy’

9. ==> Whistleblowers, Journalism and Politics

Donald Trump is now the 45th President of the United
States—with a unified government under GOP control. The
‘Free Press’ is now the only check on the unbridled
power of the Trump Administration. Invite Michael
McCray, a public interest advocate and expert on
whistleblowing, to discuss the importance of
journalism, whistleblowers and the role of the First
Amendment. McCray was personally bullied, intimidated
and retaliated against after he reported improprieties
at his federal job before being forced out. He says
America needs principled individuals now more than
ever. Contact him at (870) 543-0024;
mccray.michael@gmail.com.

10. ==> Will the World Ever Be Color Blind?

The issue of skin color has plagued society for
centuries. Nowadays, it is undeniable that the same
issue persists. Invite Lupita Samuels to break the
barriers between skin colors and explain how to move
forward from this negative mind-set. Samuels will put
into perspective the misconceptions about skin color.
Using metaphors and comparison, Samuels will explain
how skin color does not dictate a person’s worth.
She’ll include several reflective exercises to help
guide listeners toward a peaceful resolution of their
issues and struggles on the matter. Lupita Samuels was
born in Costa Rica. She worked as an educator in the
New York City public school system for over twenty
years. She’s the author of the Color Blind book series
which includes her latest release, “Think Folks Are
“Too Dark?” Think Again!” Contact her at (718)
654-7010; lusamuels@hotmail.com

11. ==> Fear – The Four Letter Word in Business

Young professionals, aspiring entrepreneurs, and
seasoned executives must all battle the same beast:
fear in today’s rapidly evolving marketplace. Ever
changing software, social media platforms, rapid
technological advances, fluctuating skill requirements,
a highly competitive job market, and a lack of job
security are just some of the fear-inducing realities
of today’s workplace. Invite Tim Marshall to discuss
how fear creates a lack of focus and productivity which
bleeds into low morale and generates into limited
aspirations. “If you allow fear to prevent you from
undertaking an action, the only thing you will create
is a missed opportunity.” Tim is a leading corporate
coach, a speaker, and the author of “The Power of
Breaking Fear.” Contact Brenda Star at (561) 547-0667;
Brenda@StarGroupInternational.com

12. ==> A Senior Tsunami is Coming

Carol Core says a senior tsunami is coming! “Ten
thousand baby boomers will turn 65 every day for the
next 14 years. If you are a boomer who is also
caregiving your elderly loved you, you are in the eye
of the storm!” The impact on a caregiver’s life is
staggering, taking a huge toll on health, finances,
mental well-being and other relationships. Invite her
to share how to laugh at the insanity that comes with
the job, where to find resources to help, and why it’s
so important to have a plan in place before something
bad happens. An experienced media guest, Carol Core is
passionate about all issues pertaining to eldercare.
She’s the author of “50 Sanity Saving Tips for
Caregivers: You Don’t Have to Kill Yourself to Keep
Them Alive.” Contact her at (303) 902-4378;
cacore@msn.com

13. ==> Trump’s Age & Hair-Loss Drug = Dementia?

At age 70, Donald Trump is the oldest man to be elected
a US president. His longtime personal doc recently
revealed to the New York Times that Trump takes
Finasteride to treat male pattern baldness. Side
effects include mental confusion and impotence. Is
Trump on the fast track to dementia or Alzheimer’s?
Invite senior health adviser Janet Rich Pittman to
discuss the president’s age and mental capacity as well
as other risk factors for dementia. Should Trump be
urged to undergo a series of psychometric tests to
prove his mental capacity? A former political operative
and activist, Janet is now known as The Brain Nerd,
specifically a Dementia Prevention Specialist, based on
her years of experience as a Dementia Practitioner and
Dementia Administrator. Janet is author of the upcoming
book “It’s There: 5 Simple Ways to Find Your Memory and
Prevent It from Leaving.” Contact her (251) 648.0325;
Janet @TheBrainNerd.com

14. ==> Celebrity Designer: The Secret is Simplicity

15. ==> Dating Deal Breakers

It could be the color of her nail polish. The way she
wears her hair. Her tattoos or the sound of her voice.
Maybe it’s the limp way he shakes your hand. His bald
spot. Or his awful taste in clothing. Most of us screen
potential dates using preconceived standards (i.e. deal
breakers). Psychiatrist Christine Adams will have your
listeners thinking about how they would answer the
question, “I would never date someone who …” before
calling them out on the snap judgments they use to
foolishly eliminate potential dates. Dr. Adams will
also share why “you should run away fast” when you
experience instant sexual attraction to someone. She
can discuss the best questions to ask on first and
second dates (and how to pay attention to what your
date isn’t asking you). And will argue that in most
cases a single date is never enough to rule someone
out. Dr. Christine Adams is coauthor of “Living On
Automatic: How Emotional Conditioning Shapes Our Lives
and Relationships.” Contact her at (502) 473-0093;
Tinabina013@gmail.com

03/21/17 RTIR E-zine: McCarthyism, Medical Marijuana, March Madness

March 21, 2017

FR: Lauren Healy and Chris Morabito, Editors, Radio-TV
Interview Report Newsletter
01. McCarthyism: Then and Now
02. You Can Turn a Microwave into a Camera?
03. NCAA – Sweet Sixteen Madness
04. March Madness – Vasectomy Vacations
05. Beauty and the Beast- A Tale as Old as Time?
06. She Had Dinner on Cary Grant’s Bed
07. Who Wants to take a Trip?
08. Fear – The Other Four Letter Word in Business
09. Boomers Working Harder than Ever
10. Will Sessions End Medical Marijuana?
11. Will Alzheimer’s Bankrupt Medicare?
12. Caring for the Coming Senior Tsunami
13. Do Doodlers Get Better Grades?
14. Namaste – Schools Embrace Yoga
15. What Makes Someone ‘Undateable’?
=======================================

1. ==> McCarthyism: Then and Now

According to Ellen Schrecker, “When President Trump
accused his predecessor of McCarthyism for supposedly
wiretapping his headquarters during the presidential
election, he was wrong. Whatever happened — if anything
did — it definitely wasn’t McCarthyism. That was a much
broader campaign to eliminate an unpopular political,
and allegedly dangerous, movement from American life.
It could return, but in a different form.” A leading
authority on McCarthyism, Schrecker adds, “What is
critical yet poorly understood is how much of what we
call McCarthyism depended on the willing collaboration
of liberals and moderates who normalized its anti-
communist hysteria.” Ellen Schrecker is a retired
professor of American history at Yeshiva University.
Her books include “Many Are the Crimes: McCarthyism in
America” and “No Ivory Tower: McCarthyism in the
Universities.” Contact her at ellen.schrecker@gmail.com

2. ==> You Can Turn a Microwave into a Camera?

When asked about President’s Trump’s claims that he’d
been wiretapped, advisor Kellyanne Conway addressed the
issue of surveillance saying a microwave could be
turned into a camera. While the comment became an
Internet joke, tech expert Shelly Palmer says “The
bigger problem with Conway’s statement was that it
clearly illustrated that she has no idea what is, or is
not, technologically possible.” Palmer can talk about
internet security and what is and isn’t possible,
legally and otherwise. “Criminals (hackers and other
bad guys) don’t tend to follow rules or regulations.
That’s what makes them criminals. It’s the Wild West,
it’s getting wilder by the day, and there ain’t no
sheriff.” Shelly Palmer is well-known as Fox 5 New
York’s on-air tech expert and for his work on the TV
show, Shelly Palmer Digital Living. He is also a
regular technology commentator for CNBC, MSNBC, CNN,
and Fox Business News and the CEO of The Palmer Group,
a strategic advisory, technology solutions and business
development practice Contact him at (917) 886-1173;
shelly@palmer.net or Dana Eisenberg at (212) 532-3880;
admin@shellypalmer.com

3. ==> NCAA – Sweet Sixteen Madness

It was an upsetting weekend in college basketball, to
say the least. There’s plenty to talk about. Who will
make it to the elite eight and then the final four?
EMMY award winning sports expert Kate Delaney, aka the
Sports Princess, will discuss why this tournament is so
unpredictable and discuss which teams to watch and why.
Kate is one of the first women to ever host a solo
Sports Radio Talk Show in a Top 10 market – WFAN in New
York City and KRLD in Dallas, Texas. She currently
hosts a nationally syndicated radio show called America
Tonight and is the author of “Level the Playing Field,”
a book of fascinating, little-known sports facts.
Contact Ryan McCormick at (516) 901-1103; (203)
883-8503 or ryan@goldmanmccormick.com

4. ==> March Madness – Vasectomy Vacations

Are more men really scheduling vasectomies to coincide
with the NCAA tournament? Yes, this is apparently real
thing. Known as Vas Madness, the idea has gained
popularity among men who want to chill out on the couch
and watch basketball, uninterrupted. A major clinic in
Ohio says it performs 40 or 50 more vasectomies a month
before and during the NCAA basketball tourney. “We do
have (in March) typically about 50% more vasectomies
than in other months,” says Dr. Ed Sabanegh, chairman
of the Department of Urology at the Cleveland Clinic.
“A lot of patients come in and say, ‘I have to have
this during March Madness, you have to talk to my wife
about it. Tell her what my limitations are and that I
need to be on the couch.’ They’ll even tell us to
exaggerate a little about how long it takes to
recover.” Contact Dr. Sabanegh at (216) 444-0141;
(216) 818-0223 (after hours pager) or

5. ==> Beauty and the Beast- A Tale as Old as Time?

6. ==> She Had Dinner on Cary Grant’s Bed

If invited, few women would have resisted an invitation
to dinner from Cary Grant, one of Hollywood’s
classically suave leading men. Lenay (Marie) Rogus was
no exception. At the time, Rogus was 19 and working at
Universal Pictures in the steno pool in a bungalow next
to Grant’s. Brief encounters on the way to her car led
the two to chat and subsequently to Grant’s invitation
to his Beverly Hills home atop a steep canyon. Rogus
will share details of the surreal evening they spent
together—including Grant’s odd penchant for
entertaining in his bedroom, what they talked about,
what they ate, the unusual collection he showed her and
what it was like riding in his Rolls Royce. Her dinner
with Grant is one of the Hollywood stories she shares
in her upcoming memoir: “Grief Comfort Guide: A
Personal Journey from Loss to Light,” which also
details her experience of losing seven dear friends and
relatives. Rogus went on to work on such films as
Raging Bull, Rocky 2 and Myra Breckinbridge and has
many stories about celebrities she can relate from her
years in Hollywood. Contact her at (858) 349-4917 or
rogus3@att.net

7. ==> Who Wants to take a Trip?

It’s time for a vacation! The summer is still months
away, but there’s no need to wait that long. Now is the
time to take a vacation or at least plan for one. And
not just any vacation: because time is our most
valuable asset, we need to use it wisely. Marco Aguilar
explains how to overcome the most frequent and
challenging excuses for not taking a vacation,
including financial, airport hassles and “it’s my job,
stupid,” excuses; and shares awesome ideas on where to
go and what to do with your precious time off. Marco
Aguilar, aka The Chief Vacation Officer®, uses his 25-
year experience in the travel industry to inspire
others to claim their right to time off and live the
life-transforming potential of travel and experiential
vacations. His upcoming book is “The Power of
Vacation.” Contact him at (310) 739-4044;
marco@thepowerofvacation.com

8. ==> Fear – The Other Four Letter Word in Business

9. ==> Boomers Working Harder than Ever

There may be high employment today, but you wouldn’t
know it by boomer standards. Many business
professionals over 50 still struggle with long-term
unemployment, under-employment, lower pay and
traditional job search techniques that produce nothing.
Good reasons why more boomers are turning to the gig
economy, notes Spunk Burke, author of “The GIG
Solution.” Spunk will explain how boomers are learning
to target prospects whose problems they could solve as
a contractor or on a project basis. He’s a staffing
veteran who provides coaching to help boomers build
rewarding gig practices. He also helps companies link
to contractors who can address their immediate needs.
Spunk can be reached at (978) 801-9010 or
spunk@thegigsolution.com

10. ==> Will Sessions End Medical Marijuana?

On the campaign trail, Donald Trump said his
administration would “do” medical marijuana and let
states decide about legalization for themselves. But US
Attorney General Jeff Sessions has made it clear he
opposes marijuana legalization. “Good people don’t
smoke marijuana,” he’s on record saying. So many are
now wondering what Sessions will do about marijuana
policy and whether he’ll enforce federal marijuana
laws. Chronic pain expert Cindy Perlin says many will
suffer without access. “Twenty-nine states and the
District of Columbia now have medical marijuana access
and millions of chronically ill patients are getting
relief for the first time from this miracle plant.”
Perlin will discuss how medical marijuana works and
what type of conditions it treats, as well as the
current political climate and what can be done to
protect and increase access. Perlin is a licensed
social worker, certified biofeedback practitioner and
chronic pain survivor who has appeared on numerous
radio and TV programs. She’s the author of “The Truth
About Chronic Pain Treatments: The Best and Worst
Strategies for Becoming Pain Free.” Contact her at
(518) 439-6431; cperlin@nycap.rr.com

11. ==> Will Alzheimer’s Bankrupt Medicare?

12. ==> Caring for the Coming Senior Tsunami

Carol Core says a senior tsunami is coming! “Ten
thousand babyboomers will turn 65 every day for the
next 14 years. If you are a boomer who is also
caregiving your elderly loved you, you are in the eye
of the storm!” The impact on a caregiver’s life is
staggering, taking a huge toll on health, finances,
mental well-being and other relationships. Invite her
to share how to laugh at the insanity that comes with
the job, where to find resources to help, and why it’s
so important to have a plan in place before something
bad happens. An experienced media guest, Carol Core is
passionate about all issues pertaining to eldercare.
She’s the author of “50 Sanity Saving Tips for
Caregivers: You Don’t Have to Kill Yourself to Keep
Them Alive.” Contact her at (303) 902-4378;
cacore@msn.com

13. ==> Do Doodlers Get Better Grades?

14. ==> Namaste – Schools Embrace Yoga

On April 7, from 11 a.m. to 11:05 a.m., thousands of
schoolchildren around the world, including those in all
50 U.S. states, will put down their books and let their
imaginations run free as they mold themselves into
trees, flamingos, kites and other kid-friendly yoga
positions. They will be joined by children at home and
other locations, all led by more than 200 official
ambassadors to raise global awareness about yoga for
kids. It’s all part of the second annual Kids’ Yoga
Day, created by Theresa Power. An internationally
recognized children’s yoga expert and author of “The
ABCs of Yoga for Kids” series, Power says yoga teaches
skills that help kids focus, regulate their emotions,
and better respond to stress. “Today’s ‘typical child’
is stressed out, under-nourished, and sedentary. A
simple yoga practice is an ideal way to naturally
unwind while getting physical activity and building the
foundation for a lifelong tradition of health and
fitness,” she says. Contact Diane Elder at 310 430
3953; delder70@gmail.com

15. ==> What Makes Someone ‘Undateable’?

03/16/17 RTIR E-zine: Muslim Ban, Trump’s Taxes, Pill Free Pain Relief

March 16, 2017
01. About that Muslim Ban
02. Trump and His Taxes
03. Lies and Carnage in Yemen
04. Who Was St. Patrick?
05. She Had Dinner on Cary Grant’s Bed
06. Is Your Partner Financially Faithful?
07. Trump’s VAX/ Autism Claims Divert Attention
08. Will Alzheimer’s Bankrupt Medicare?
09. Namaste – Schools Embrace Kids’ Yoga Day
10. Say No and Stop Getting Sick
11. Are Schools Teaching Kids to Stop Thinking?
12. Trump’s New Target: Transgender Students
13. Safe, Pill-Free Pain Relief
14. Is Being Bilingual an Advantage?
15. Fail Your Way to Fitness!
1. ==> About that Muslim Ban

A federal judge in Hawaii blocked President Donald
Trump’s new travel ban on Wednesday afternoon, hours
before the ban was set to go into effect. The ruling —
which applies nationwide — means that travelers from
six Muslim-majority countries and refugees will be able
to travel to the US. Investigative reporter Arun Gupta
says, beyond the immediate effect, the revised order
afforded the Trump Administration wide latitude in
broadening the scope later on, with language that
allowed the profiling of entire countries so as to
exclude their citizens. “It stated that the U.S.
government could conduct ‘a worldwide review’ to
determine what ‘additional information would be needed
from each foreign country’ to assess the application of
any person from one of the specified countries seeking
admission to the United States so as to ensure they are
‘not a security or public-safety threat.” Arun Gupta is
a founding editor of the Indypendent magazine and was a
founding editor of the Occupy Wall Street Journal. He
is working on a book about the decline of the American
empire. Contact him at arun.indypendent [at] gmail.com,
@arunindy

2. ==> Trump and His Taxes

In October, The New York Times published a story based
on a leaked portion of Trump’s 1995 state tax returns
in multiple states, showing that he declared a massive
$916 million loss that year that could have enabled him
to avoid paying federal income taxes for nearly two
decades. And on Tuesday, investigative reporter David
Cay Johnston unveiled some details of Trump’s 2005
federal income tax return on MSNBC’s “The Rachel Maddow
Show.” Invite tax attorney and legal analyst Bruce
Givner to comment on Trump’s returns, what other
returns may soon surface, and more importantly, what
that may mean. Bruce Givner has practiced tax law for
nearly four decades. His clients are high-net worth
individuals and families, including A-list celebrities.
Contact Cherie Kerr at (714) 550-9900; (714) 271-2140
(cell) or cherie@kerrpr-execuprov.com

3. ==> Lies and Carnage in Yemen

Donald Trump has reportedly given the Pentagon
permission to carry out more raids in Yemen – despite a
botched mission in January that resulted in the deaths
of 20 civilians and a US Navy Seal.
Invite the Washington editor of Harper’s Magazine,
Andrew Cockburn, to explain the situation in Yemen. He
says, “Just a few short years ago, Yemen was judged to
be among the poorest countries in the world, ranking
154th out of the 187 nations on the U.N.’s Human
Development Index. One in every five Yemenis went
hungry. Almost one in three was unemployed. Every year,
40,000 children died before their fifth birthday, and
experts predicted the country would soon run out of
water.” Adding, “Such was the dire condition of the
country before Saudi Arabia unleashed a bombing
campaign in March 2015, which has destroyed warehouses,
factories, power plants, ports, hospitals, water tanks,
gas stations, and bridges, along with miscellaneous
targets ranging from donkey carts to wedding parties to
archaeological monuments.” Cockburn recently wrote
“Acceptable Losses Aiding and abetting the Saudi
slaughter in Yemen” for Harper’s Magazine. His most
recent book is “Kill Chain: The Rise of the High-Tech
Assassins.” Contact him at @andrewmcockburn

4. ==> Who Was St. Patrick?

St. Patrick’s Day is tomorrow, but exactly who was he?
He’s Ireland’s beloved patron saint and he’s celebrated
worldwide each March 17th. What did he do during his
remarkable life, more than 1,500 years ago? What will
most Americans, including those of Irish ancestry, be
surprised and intrigued and inspired to learn? Invite
acclaimed historian William Federer on-air to explore
the compelling true story of Saint Patrick! With quiz
questions and little-known stories, Federer will
separate fact from folklore, helping everyone observe
Saint Patrick’s Day with newfound appreciation and
fascination. William Federer is president of
Amerisearch, Inc. He is the author of many books
including “Saint Patrick: The Real Story of his Amazing
Life from Tragedy to Triumph.” Contact him at (314)
487-4395 (MO); (314) 540-1172 (cell) or
wjfederer@gmail.com

5. ==> She Had Dinner on Cary Grant’s Bed

If invited, few women would have resisted an invitation
to dinner from Cary Grant, one of Hollywood’s
classically suave leading men. Lenay (Marie) Rogus was
no exception. At the time, Rogus was 19 and working at
Universal Pictures in the steno pool in a bungalow next
to Grant’s. Brief encounters on the way to her car led
the two to chat and subsequently to Grant’s invitation
to his Beverly Hills home atop a steep canyon. Rogus
will share details of the surreal evening they spent
together—including Grant’s odd penchant for
entertaining in his bedroom, what they talked about,
what they ate, the unusual collection he showed her and
what it was like riding in his Rolls Royce. Her dinner
with Grant is one of the Hollywood stories she shares
in her upcoming memoir: “Grief Comfort Guide: A
Personal Journey from Loss to Light,” which also
details her experience of losing seven dear friends and
relatives. Rogus went on to work on such films as
Raging Bull, Rocky 2 and Myra Breckinbridge and has
many stories about celebrities she can relate from her
years in Hollywood. Contact her at (858) 349-4917 or
rogus3@att.net

6. ==> Is Your Partner Financially Faithful?

Cheating on a significant other isn’t always about sex.
There’s another type of infidelity that is less talked
about and harder to spot, yet has the same, damaging
effect as any other type of betrayal: financial
infidelity. And, according to a new Smart About Money
survey, the number of people who are financially
unfaithful is on the rise. Among those couples who have
ever combined finances, two in five (42 percent) have
committed some sort of financial deception. Financial
infidelity can be as severe as lying about the amount
of debt one partner brings into the relationship or
about the income he or she makes. Invite clinical
forensic psychologist Dr. John Huber on your show and
learn the behaviors associated with a partner who lies
about finances, and what to do if you have a
financially reckless or irresponsible mate. Dr. John
Huber is the chairman for Mainstream Mental Health, a
non-profit organization. A mental health professional
for over twenty years, Dr. Huber is a clinical forensic
psychologist, a professor and teaches undergraduate and
graduate psychology at Texas State University. Contact
Ryan McCormick at (516) 901-1103; (919) 377-1200 or
ryan@goldmanmccormick.com

7. ==> Trump’s VAX/ Autism Claims Divert Attention

8. ==> Will Alzheimer’s Bankrupt Medicare?

9. ==> Namaste – Schools Embrace Kids’ Yoga Day

10. ==> Say No and Stop Getting Sick

Want to have less stress, sleep better, get fewer colds
and flus and avoid headaches and heartburn? Doing so
may be as simple as saying no to obligations, chores
and social commitments you agree to just to make other
people happy. Find out why people-pleasers get sick
more often from Dr. Don (MacDonald). He’s a recovering
people-pleaser and chiropractor who realized that many
patients were coming into his office because of stress-
related conditions fueled by their own excess worries
and inability to say no for their own good. Dr. Don
will explain ways moving your body, deciding in advance
what you will and won’t do and defining your purpose
can lead to a healthier and happier life. Dr. Don is
the bestselling author of “The Underdog Curse.” He’s an
experienced radio and TV guest who can be reached at
780-983-5102; drdon@shaw.ca

11. ==> Are Schools Teaching Kids to Stop Thinking?

12. ==> Trump’s New Target: Transgender Students

13. ==> Safe, Pill-Free Pain Relief

New pain treatment guidelines from the American College
of Physicians (ACP) recommend that low back pain be
treated with alternative therapies including massage,
acupuncture, spinal manipulation and exercise and only
if these treatments fail should drug treatment be
considered, preferably with nonsteroidal anti-
inflammatory drugs. Chronic pain expert Cindy Perlin
says the recommendations are long overdue but… “These
new guidelines won’t help most pain patients because
health insurers refuse to pay for the recommended
treatments and few patients can afford to pay for them
out of pocket. Perlin is the author of “The Truth
about Chronic Pain Treatments: The Best and Worst
Strategies for Becoming Pain Free.” She is a licensed
clinical social worker, certified biofeedback
practitioner and chronic pain survivor and has been a
guest on multiple TV and radio networks including PBS,
SiriusXM, and RadioMD. Contact Cindy Perlin at (518)
439-6431; cperlin@nycap.rr.com

14. ==> Is Being Bilingual an Advantage?

15. ==> Fail Your Way to Fitness!

03/14/17 RTIR E-zine: Beauty in the Blizzards, March Madness, Namaste

March 14, 2017

01. Snow Day! Find Beauty in the Blizzard
02. Who Was St. Patrick?
03. Working for Trump is an Embarrassment
04. Donald Trump – Chimpanzee Mind?
05. Let’s Talk March Madness
06. leaks, Illegal Leaks and Donald Trump
07. Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is
08. March Madness and Player Gambling
09. Cannibals Get a Bad Rap
10. Boomers Working Harder than Ever
11. SATs, Common Core – Reduce Kids’ Test Stress
12. Namaste – Schools Embrace Yoga
13. A College Degree Isn’t Enough Anymore
14. David Cassidy and Dementia
15. Enough with the Snow – Get Out of Town
=======================================

1. ==> Snow Day! Find Beauty in the Blizzard

Millions across the country are snowed in today. School
is out, everyone’s schedule is in disarray, and not
everyone is happy about the disruption, but Andro
Donovan says the storm offers advantages too good to
miss. It’s times like this, she argues, that we are
forced to slow down and take the time to find
ourselves, determine who we are and who we want to be
and put into motion short-term goals that will warm out
hearts. Invite Donovan on your show to talk about
getting the most from this snow day (after the snowball
fight, of course), and strategies you can use to think
outside the box when all you want to do is curl up in
it with a blanket. She’s the author of “Motivate
Yourself: Get the Life You Want, Find Purpose and
Achieve Fulfilment,” published by a subsidiary of
Wiley. Donovan is a leadership development specialist
best known for her life-changing retreats that take
place around the world. Contact her at +4407711238410;
andro@trend.co.uk; andro@androdonovan.com; Skype:
andro.donovan1

2. ==> Who Was St. Patrick?

St. Patrick’s Day is this week, but exactly who was he?
He’s Ireland’s beloved patron saint and he’s celebrated
worldwide each March 17th. What did he do during his
remarkable life, more than 1,500 years ago? What will
most Americans, including those of Irish ancestry, be
surprised and intrigued and inspired to learn? Invite
acclaimed historian William Federer on-air to explore
the compelling true story of Saint Patrick! With quiz
questions and little-known stories, Federer will
separate fact from folklore, helping everyone observe
Saint Patrick’s Day with newfound appreciation and
fascination. William Federer is president of
Amerisearch, Inc. He is the author of many books
including “Saint Patrick: The Real Story of his Amazing
Life from Tragedy to Triumph.” Contact him at (314)
487-4395 (MO); (314) 540-1172 (cell) or
wjfederer@gmail.com

3. ==> Working for Trump is an Embarrassment

Last week, former Governor Jon Huntsman accepted
President Donald Trump’s offer to serve as US
ambassador to Russia. Having previously served as an
ambassador to China, Huntsman may feel prepared for the
task at hand. But Michael D’Antonio says, “Chances are
he will become the latest Trump employee to face
professional embarrassment in the days and weeks to
come.” He says, just look at Sean Spicer. “Once a
highly-regarded professional, Spicer has become Exhibit
A in a growing body of evidence that suggests that
serious people with reputations they value serve the
President at their own peril.” A Pulitzer Prize winning
writer of books, articles, and original stories for
film, Michael D’Antonio has published more than a dozen
books, including “Never Enough,” a 2015 biography of
presidential candidate and billionaire businessman
Donald Trump. Before becoming a fulltime author,
Michael worked as a journalist in New York, Washington,
and Maine. Contact him at Michael@michaeldantonio.net
or josanne@lopeztalent.com

4. ==> Donald Trump – Chimpanzee Mind?

Northwestern University psychologist Dan. P. McAdams
has studied the personalities of presidents including
Trump, whom he views as an extreme example of the
dominance style deployed by alpha chimpanzees. McAdams
says leadership by dominance is more primal than the
other main kind of leadership, based on expertise. He
says, “Trump has no respect for, or interest in,
expertise of any kind, writing it off as weakness and
the providence of elites.” He adds that the dominance
mode comes with guaranteed chaos. “Things always end
badly for the alpha chimp,” he says, who torments his
underlings until the moment he is overthrown. Dan P.
McAdams is the author of The Atlantic’s June 2016 cover
story “The Mind of Donald Trump” and the books “George
W. Bush and the Redemptive Dream: A Psychological
Portrait” and “The Art and Science of Personality
Development.” Contact him at 847-491-4174;
dmca@northwestern.edu

5. ==> Let’s Talk March Madness

Who’s playing? Who should we be watching? And who
should you pick in the office pool? EMMY award winning
sports expert Kate Delaney, aka the Sports Princess,
can help you fill out your brackets and give you the
background on this year’s NCAA Tournament. Kate is one
of the first women to ever host a solo Sports Radio
Talk Show in a Top 10 market – WFAN in New York City
and KRLD in Dallas, Texas. She currently hosts a
nationally syndicated radio show called America Tonight
and is the author of “Level the Playing Field,” a book
of fascinating, little-known sports facts. Contact Ryan
McCormick at (516) 901-1103; (203) 883-8503 or
ryan@goldmanmccormick.com

6. ==> Wiki-leaks, Illegal Leaks and Donald Trump

Following Michael Flynn’s resignation as National
Secretary Advisor, Democrats are demanding an
independent investigation of Russian influence over the
November General Election. However, Donald Trump and
the GOP only want to investigate the “illegal leaks” to
news outlets. Invite Michael McCray, a public interest
advocate and expert on whistleblowing, to discuss the
importance of journalism, whistleblowers and the role
of the First Amendment. McCray was personally bullied,
intimidated and retaliated against after he reported
improprieties at his federal job before being forced
out. He says America needs principled individuals now
more than ever. Contact him at (870) 543-0024;
mccray.michael@gmail.com.

7. ==> Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is

Millions of Americans are feeling disempowered. They
don’t feel as if their voice is heard, especially now
that the election is over. What can they do and will it
make a difference? Neale Godfrey says as a consumer,
you have immense power with your spending. “Consumers
seem to “voting” a lot since the election. Neiman
Marcus, Macy’s, Shoes.com, Belk, ShopStyle, Bellacor,
Jet.com, and Gilt, have all dropped some or all of
Ivanka Trump’s line as well as other Trump-branded
products. And the New York Times reported employees at
T.J Maxx and Marshalls have been told that ‘all Ivanka
Trump signage should be discarded.’ The retail ballot
boxes seem to be open for business.” Godfrey says
boycott campaigns are springing up as well. “Economic
pressure is real! Get out and vote… with your wallet!”
Neale Godfrey is an expert on family and children’s
finances who has been in the financial field for more
than 30 years. Neale became one of the first female
executives at The Chase Manhattan Bank. Later, she
became the President of The First Women’s Bank and
founder of The First Children’s Bank. In 1989, Neale
formed her own company, Children’s Financial Network,
Inc., whose mission is to educate children and their
parents about money. Contact her at (212) 854-6100;
neale@childrensfinancialnetwork.com

8. ==> March Madness and Player Gambling

As March Madness gets underway everyone is talking
about brackets and pools, but what about gambling
WITHIN the sport? Invite Frank Landrey to discuss the
issue of gambling involving college players and
coaches. He says, “Coaches need to know and plan to
avoid miscommunication between themselves and players
and how best to head off gambling influences on
players. No individual game or tournament is safe from
an attempted point shaving by “big bet” gamblers.” For
the past 29 years, Landrey has been on a mission to
uncover exactly what happened to him during his Georgia
Tech basketball days when he was cut loose. He says,
“Having been called a hero in a game against Missouri,
making all-tournament at the Poinsettia Classic and
leading our team in scoring, everything changed
overnight…” Frank Landrey is the author of “My
Gambler’s Collateral Damage”, a true story involving
the F.B.I., his father’s bookie/friend and The 1961
Dixie Classic Scandal. Contact him at (434) 944-2728;
lugolf@aol.com

9. ==> Cannibals Get a Bad Rap

For centuries, cannibalism has been written off as a
bizarre phenomenon with little scientific significance.
But the true nature of cannibalism—the role it plays in
evolution as well as human culture—is even more
interesting (and less disturbing) than the many
misconceptions we’ve come to accept as fact. Dr. Bill
Schutt, PhD, a researcher at the American Museum of
Natural History, will discuss why some amphibians
consume their mother’s skin; why certain insects bite
the heads off their partners; why, up until the end of
the twentieth century, Europeans regularly ate human
body parts as medical curatives; and how cannibalism
might be linked to the extinction of Neanderthals. Bill
Schutt is a professor of biology at LIU Post and a
research associate in residence at the American Museum
of Natural History. His latest book is “Cannibalism: A
Perfectly Natural History.” Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer
at (703) 646-5138; johanna@jrbcomm.com

10. ==> Boomers Working Harder than Ever

11. ==> SATs, Common CORE – Reduce Kids’ Test Stress

Whether your child is taking the Common Core State
exams or other testing, the heat is on in the classroom
and everyone involved is totally stressed out and
frazzled. Invite Heather Arabadjis to share ways to
beat this year’s testing season with inside tips and
concrete strategies everyone needs to know. She’ll also
help with ways to make sure your kid doesn’t become a
victim of testing anxiety, and a growing culture of
students who are failing at a young age. Heather
Arabadjis has 14 years of experience in the education
industry and is the author of the children’s series
Monster Mas. Contact her at (718) 510-3736;
MonsterMasmedia@gmail.com

12. ==> Namaste – Schools Embrace Yoga

13. ==> A College Degree Isn’t Enough Anymore

14. ==> David Cassidy and Dementia

Actor and singer David Cassidy recently revealed he has
dementia, but what exactly does this term mean?
Cassidy, who is 66, says both his mother and
grandfather suffered from dementia. Invite senior
health adviser Janet Rich Pittman to discuss dementia,
which is not a specific disease, but rather a group of
symptoms resulting from changes in the brain that
affect people’s ability to carry out everyday
activities. She’ll discuss how to prevent dementia, the
role genes play, and how to beat your odds regardless
of family history. She’ll also share ways to fight the
disease once diagnosed. A former political operative
and activist, Janet is now known as The Brain Nerd,
specifically a Dementia Prevention Specialist, based on
her years of experience as a Dementia Practitioner and
Dementia Administrator. Janet is author of the upcoming
book “It’s There: 5 Simple Ways to Find Your Memory and
Prevent It from Leaving.” Contact her (251) 648.0325;
Janet @TheBrainNerd.com

15. ==> Enough with the Snow – Get Out of Town

Sick of Winter? Overworked? It’s time for a vacation!
The summer is still months away, but there’s no need to
wait that long. Now is the time to take a vacation or
at least plan for one. And not just any vacation:
because time is our most valuable asset, we need to use
it wisely. Marco Aguilar explains how to overcome the
most frequent and challenging excuses for not taking a
vacation, including financial, airport hassles and
“it’s my job, stupid,” excuses; and shares awesome
ideas on where to go and what to do with your precious
time off. Marco Aguilar, aka The Chief Vacation
Officer®, uses his 25-year experience in the travel
industry to inspire others to claim their right to time
off and live the life-transforming potential of travel
and experiential vacations. His upcoming book is “The
Power of Vacation.” Contact him at (310) 739-4044;
marco@thepowerofvacation.com

03/09/17 RTIR E-zine: Putin’s Pipelines, Foreign Language Week, Dream Hits

March 9, 2017

01. Obama: “Trump Said What?!”
02. Trumpcare – What it Means for You
03. Putin’s Ties to U.S. Pipelines
04. Nat Geo’s ‘Wicked Tuna’ Premiere Sunday
05. Women’s History Playing Cards – Real Nasty Women
06. From People Mag – Modern Day ‘Hidden Figure’
07. National Foreign Language Week
08. Tax Advice for the Self-Employed
09. Will Sessions End Medical Marijuana?
10. GOP’s New Target: Transgender Students
11. Art Class on the Chopping Block?
12. Trump’s Age & Hair-Loss Drug = Dementia?
13. Say No and Stop Getting Sick
14. It’s Time to Take a Trip
15. Dream Hits
=======================================

1. ==> Obama: “Trump Said What?!”

According to numerous sources, former President Obama
is livid over President Trump’s latest accusations of
wiretapping and hasn’t returned the commander-in-
chief’s phone calls since the inauguration.
Presidential historian Douglas Brinkley says the
apparently fraught relationship is a break with
tradition. “There are these kinds of things that have
happened in the past, but nothing to the degree where a
sitting president would charge his predecessor with a
felony. It creates a feeling of instability in the
United States.” Trump tweeted on Saturday: “How low has
President Obama gone to tap my phones during the very
sacred election process. This is Nixon/Watergate. Bad
(or sick) guy!” He has since provided no evidence for
his claims. Douglas Brinkley is an author, professor of
history at Rice University and a fellow at the James A.
Baker III Institute for Public Policy. Brinkley is the
history commentator for CNN News and a contributing
editor to the magazines Vanity Fair and American
Heritage. Contact him at (713) 348-6086;
Douglas.Brinkley@rice.edu

2. ==> Trumpcare – What it Means for You

The GOP’s answer to replacing Obamacare was unveiled
this week but it seems no one is happy with the plan,
on either side of the aisle. While the Trump
administration is keen on selling the health care
package, lawmakers—and the public—are trying to figure
out who wins and who loses in the deal. Invite Robert
Zarr M.D., to discuss the plan and how it could impact
listeners of various ages and economic levels. Zarr is
a board-certified pediatrician at Unity Health Care in
Washington, D.C., where he cares for a low-income and
immigrant population. He is past president of
Physicians for a National Health Program. Contact him
at rlzarr@yahoo.com, @doczarr

3. ==> Putin’s Ties to U.S. Pipelines

President Trump is boasting about his plan to use U.S.
steel in constructing the Keystone XL and Dakota Access
pipelines but investigative journalist Steve Horn says
the executive order will actually put money in a
Russian oligarch’s pockets. He says, “While the pipe
may be made in the U.S., ownership tells a different
story. Enter: TMK IPSCO, a massive producer of steel
for U.S. oil country and a subsidiary of TMK Group.”
Horn, who writes for DeSmogBlog, says he’s found ties
between TMK Group’s Board of Directors and Russian
President Vladimir Putin. Horn writes about the fossil
fuel industry and recently broke the story “Behind
Trump’s Push for ‘American Steel’ in Pipelines, Another
Russian Company with Putin Ties Stands to Benefit.”
Contact him at steve@desmogblog.com; @SteveAHorn

4. ==> Nat Geo’s ‘Wicked Tuna’ Premiere Sunday

The new season of Wicked Tuna premieres this Sunday on
the National Geographic Channel. The show is set in
Gloucester, Mass at the start of the North Atlantic
Bluefin tuna season. Invite Captain Dave Marciano to
take you behind-the-scenes of the show and talk about a
fisherman’s life on – and out of – the water. A life-
long fisherman, he’s been on the water since he was 11
years old and worked in Key West and Gloucester before
buying his own boat, Hard Merchandise. Marciano also
holds the distinction of having survived a 2003
shipwreck when his ship was18 miles offshore and
struggling to get back with thousands of pounds of fish
and a plank in the hull gave way. “We sank in 33
minutes,” Marciano recalls matter-of-factly. Captain
Dave Marciano will be in NYC on March 10 and available
for interviews. Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703)
646-5137; johanna@jrbcomm.com

5. ==> Women’s History Playing Cards – Real Nasty Women

In honor of Women’s History Month and coinciding with
worldwide activities marking International Women’s Day,
NARAL is relaunching The Gender Cards—a deck of
illustrated playing cards that celebrate trailblazing
American women. “Now more than ever, it’s time to
celebrate the trailblazing women who have always made
America great,” says Ilyse Hogue, president of NARAL
Pro-Choice America. “These cards are not only beautiful
to play with, they help us learn more about the women
whose lives help tell the American Story.” Each card is
hand-drawn and unique, and recalls the incredible
women—past and present—who have helped define the
American spirit from Rosa Parks and the women of the
Supreme Court to Michelle Obama and Beyoncé. NARAL Pro-
Choice America and its network of state affiliates are
dedicated to protecting and expanding reproductive
freedom for all Americans. Contact Kaylie Hanson-Long
James Owen at (202) 973-3000;
media@prochoiceamerica.org

6. ==> From People Mag – Modern Day ‘Hidden Figure’

7. ==> National Foreign Language Week

¡Hola! Ciao! It’s National Foreign Language Week and
Susanna Janssen, a retired college professor and
language expert, wants to give you lots of reasons to
celebrate and to take up a second language. For
example, did you know that being bilingual not only
provides an advantage to your brain but also to your
bank account? Oui! She’ll explain that bilinguals—even
infants exposed to a second language—show enhanced
abilities in focus and concentration, memory,
interpersonal skills and problem-solving. Studies also
show bilingualism is a buffer against Alzheimer’s
(awesome news in any language). She’ll demonstrate ways
learning a new language is easier than you would think.
Janssen is a newspaper columnist and the author of
“Wordstruck! The Fun and Fascination of Language”.
Reach her at (707) 272-1351 or sjanssen106@gmail.com

8. ==> Tax Advice for the Self-Employed

Tax day is rapidly approaching and with so many people
becoming entrepreneurs in the sharing economy, many
people wonder how they can be sure they are keeping
track of the right things. Certified public accountant
Lisa London will share how to know what is deductible,
how to automate to save time, and how to use something
most people carry every day to tame the paperwork
beast. London has been a CPA for three decades and
specializes in assisting small businesses, nonprofits
and churches. She’s appeared on numerous radio and TV
programs and is the author of “The Accountant Beside
You” series of resources. Contact her at (919) 770-3746
(NC); lisalondon@lisalondoncpa.com

9. ==> Will Sessions End Medical Marijuana?

10. ==> GOP’s New Target: Transgender Students

11. ==> Art Class on the Chopping Block?

People who care about education including teachers,
parents, students and taxpayers are concerned about
what may happen to arts education with the Trump
administration and Betsy DeVos as education secretary.
Among them is middle school teacher Red Rohl, who works
with at-risk students and knows firsthand the value art
plays in enhancing the way his students pay attention
and grow into independent thinkers. Even if art
disappears as a standalone class, Red can explain how
it can continue to be part of reading, science and math
classes through the use of a technique called
sketchnoting. He’ll share what is involved in this
purposeful type of doodling and why he encourages his
students to draw on their notes and homework. He’s the
author of “Heavy Sketches,” a collection of 30 years’
worth of his own sketchnote-inspired art combined with
creative literacy. Red appeared on WLOS-TV to discuss
his new book. Reach him at (828) 284-1973 or
redrohl9@gmail.com

12. ==> Trump’s Age & Hair-Loss Drug = Dementia?

13. ==> Say No and Stop Getting Sick

14. ==> It’s Time to Take a Trip

Overstressed by everything that’s going on in America?
Overworked? Submerged in the winter blues? It’s time
for a vacation! The summer is still 5-months away, but
there’s no need to wait that long. Now is the time to
take a vacation or at least plan for one. And not just
any vacation: because time is our most valuable asset,
we need to use it wisely. Marco Aguilar explains how to
overcome the most frequent and challenging excuses for
not taking a vacation, including financial, airport
hassles and “it’s my job, stupid,” excuses; and shares
awesome ideas on where to go and what to do with your
precious time off. Marco Aguilar, aka The Chief
Vacation Officer®, uses his 25-year experience in the
travel industry to inspire others to claim their right
to time off and live the life-transforming potential of
travel and experiential vacations. His upcoming book is
“The Power of Vacation.” Contact him at (310) 739-4044;
marco@thepowerofvacation.com

15. ==> Dream Hits

Overnight ‘dream downloads’ have played a key role in
the rise to stardom of Sting, Beyoncé, the Beatles,
Billy Joel, Taylor Swift and many, many more successful
music artists. In fact, Craig Webb says over 20 Grammy
wins can be linked directly to dreams. Invite Craig on
your show and hear how Bono dreamt music that led to
collaborations with Roy Orbison and Bob Dylan
(including Roy Orbison spontaneously arriving at his
door the night after he dreamt music for him), to how
numerous artists received dream help from deceased
family and colleagues including Stevie Wonder whose
just-deceased mother came in a dream to urge him not to
take a year off to grieve her death, as he had informed
his business manager and agent. Webb will reveal the
surprising dreams that have shaped our culture from
iTunes’ most-downloaded song, to life-saving
nightmares, to beloved Christmas carols, as well as how
anyone can benefit from the same powerful process. Webb
has made more than 1,000 media appearances, and
consults for Fortune 500 corporations, A-list
celebrities and feature films. His latest book is “The
Dreams Behind the Music.” Contact him at (514)
990-2113; cw@craigwebb.ca