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  • 3/10/20 RTIR Newsletter: Coronavirus Concerns, Bernie and the Media, Doctor Google

    March 10, 2020

    01. When Sick Workers Can’t Afford to Stay Home
    02. Who’s Got Coronavirus? You’ll Never Know
    03. How to Handle Social Distancing and Being Quarantined
    04. Stop Worrying about Coronavirus
    05. Drawing the Line: Gerrymandering and Voting Rights
    06. Colorado Takes Healthcare from Washington: Good Idea?
    07. What the Media Get Wrong about Bernie
    08. Why Do So Many Americans Think Socialism is a Good Thing?
    09. ‘I’m Glad My Parents Forced Me into an Arranged Marriage’
    10. Should You Hang Up on Doctor Google?
    11. For Spring Sports: Can You Have a Concussion with No Symptoms?
    12. Walking 10,000 Steps: Forget About It!
    13. Why Do So Many People Hate Themselves?
    14. Get Off Social Media and Get Outside
    15. Book This Guest If You’ve Ever Crammed for a Test!
    16. 10 Anti-Bullying Lessons Trees Can Teach Us
    17. The Best Treatments for Younger Looking Skin
    18. Stay or Move? 4 Questions for Retirees
    19. ‘Why I Forgave My Son’s Murderers’
    20. How to Become Supernatural

    1.==> When Sick Workers Can’t Afford to Stay Home

    The government is urging people who are sick to stay at
    home to help prevent the spread of coronavirus. But for
    workers who don’t have paid sick leave, staying home
    when they aren’t feeling well can be financially
    devastating. Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., CEO of the Society
    for Human Resource Management, encourages employers to
    offer paid sick leave during a public health emergency
    like coronavirus, even if they don’t normally offer it.
    “For this purpose, you should make exceptions. If you
    are sick with evidence and symptoms that you could have
    coronavirus, you should stay home and [your employer
    should] pay you. It would be dumb not to do that,” he
    said. But worries alone aren’t justification for taking
    time off, explains Taylor. “Employees are required to
    work unless they have a reasonable basis for believing
    they are being asked to work in an unsafe workplace,”
    he says. He suggests companies and employees take
    additional steps to help keep the office healthy like
    limiting physical contact, being more diligent about
    keeping commonly-touched items like doorknobs and
    elevator buttons clean, and posting reminders about
    washing hands. The Society for Human Resource
    Management is a professional human resources membership
    association headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia.
    Contact Cooper Nye at (703) 535-6447;
    Cooper.nye@shrm.org or press@shrm.org

    2. ==> Who’s Got Coronavirus? You’ll Never Know

    Officials say they are trying to be as transparent as
    possible when dealing with the coronavirus, but there’s
    one thing they will never divulge: the names of those
    killed by the disease. That’s because experts in public
    health and bioethics say that far from helping society,
    a decision to reveal the identities of those — dead or
    alive — who have contracted coronavirus would be a
    disaster with far-reaching ramifications. “Doctors
    don’t out people,” says Jeffrey Kahn, director of the
    Johns Hopkins Berman Institute of Bioethics in
    Maryland, which focuses on the ethical implications of
    scientific advancement. “Whether it’s HIV, syphilis,
    coronavirus or anything else, people simply won’t show
    up to their doctor if they feel they might be outed for
    a condition.” What officials are duty-bound to do in
    any sort of infectious case — whether it’s a sexually
    transmitted disease or tuberculosis — is referred to as
    “contact tracing” investigation. It involves finding
    out anyone who has been in contact with the infected
    patient and advising them of the best next steps. But
    with the coronavirus spreading rapidly, many experts
    predict that even identifying carriers will soon be a
    moot point and our focus will shift to protecting
    ourselves by avoiding crowds and washing our hands.
    Jeffrey Kahn, Ph.D., MPH works in a variety of areas of
    bioethics, exploring the intersection of ethics and
    health/science policy, including human and animal
    research ethics, public health, and ethical issues in
    emerging biomedical technologies. Contact him at (410)
    614-5679; jeffkahn@jhu.edu

    3. ==> How to Handle Social Distancing and Being
    Quarantined

    Health officials suggest “social distancing” when
    talking about staying safe from the coronavirus. That
    means trying to keep yourself away from other people,
    especially large crowds, at schools, work or events.
    Those who’ve been exposed to the virus, or who have it,
    are being advised to self-quarantine for two weeks.
    Clinical forensic psychologist Dr. John Huber can
    discuss the short- and long-term psychological effects
    of social distancing, the specific challenges for those
    who must be quarantined, whether at home or on a cruise
    ship, and how to make the best of the situation. Dr.
    John Huber is chairman of the non-profit organization
    Mainstream Mental Health. He’s appeared on hundreds of
    radio shows, dozens of TV programs and hosts his own
    show, Mainstream Mental Health Radio. Contact Ryan
    McCormick at (516) 901-1103; (919) 377-1200 or
    ryan@goldmanmccormick.com

    4.==> Stop Worrying about Coronavirus

    Being vigilant and constantly checking the news for the
    latest information on the coronavirus may seem like the
    best way to stay safe and informed about the pandemic.
    But the opposite may be true. Could you be making
    yourself more susceptible to the coronavirus without
    realizing it? Perhaps, says wellness expert and stress
    relief coach Diana E. Ruiz, who will explain how
    excessive worry can lead to a buildup of cortisol that
    could compromise your immune system as well as lead to
    the desire to eat more comfort food, drink more
    alcohol, sleep less and isolate yourself from others,
    all which depress your immune system further. Invite
    Diana on air to share simple ways to decrease
    coronavirus stress including what you can eat and drink
    (and what to avoid) and best practices to help arm your
    body with a super-strong Immune system during this
    time. As a bonus, she will offer your listeners free
    access to her Immune System Power Program 2020 download
    that includes instructions for deep relaxation. Diana
    is the author of the wellness book “Healing Your Life
    With Water.” She developed a program called Relieve
    Stress and Grief and Love Life Again.” Contact her at
    (360) 550-9436; DRuiz@rtirguests.com

    5. ==> Drawing the Line: Gerrymandering and Voting
    Rights

    In 2016 (before the election) journalist David Daley
    exposed how gerrymandering was weaponized to keep the
    GOP’s power entrenched for years to come. Today he’s
    sharing the story of how grassroots movements have
    fought back, sometimes with surprising results. Your
    listeners will hear about the house-flipping work of
    millennial activists Amanda Litman and Ross Morales
    Rocketto and their organization Run for Something.
    They’ll also learn about others, like Katie Fahey, “the
    Che Guevara of the gerrymander,” who pioneered a
    redistricting revolution in Michigan by marshaling more
    than 4,000 volunteers and raising almost $15 million.
    David Daley is a senior fellow at FairVote and a former
    editor of Salon whose work has appeared in The New
    Yorker, The Atlantic, Slate, Washington Post, and New
    York magazine. His new book is “Unrigged: How
    Americans Are Battling Back to Save Democracy.” Contact
    Johanna Ramos Boyer at (703) 646-5137; (703) 400-1099
    (cell); johanna@jrbcomm.com or Erin Bolden at (703)
    646-5188

    6. ==> Colorado Takes Healthcare from Washington: Good
    Idea?

    Colorado is moving to increase state control of
    healthcare by replacing federal control with state
    mandates. Deane Waldman, M.D., MBA., says, “We need to
    remove the federal government from healthcare. Colorado
    appears to have taken a first step. But appearances can
    be deceiving.” Colorado’s taking healthcare from
    Washington is a good move, Waldman says. But, not the
    way they did it. He’ll explain how Colorado’s plan
    takes away a patient’s right to choose the same way
    Congress does in their Medicare-for-All bill, and what
    we can learn from the former USSR’s implementation of
    price controls. Listeners will learn how to get the
    care they need, when they need it, without going broke.
    Deane Waldman, M.D., MBA, is professor emeritus of
    pediatrics, pathology, and decision science and former
    director of the Center for Healthcare Policy at Texas
    Public Policy Foundation. A sought-after media guest,
    he has also written six books including “Curing the
    Cancer in U.S. Healthcare: StatesCare and Market-Based
    Medicine.” Contact him at (505) 255-2999;
    dw@deanewaldman.com

    7. ==> What the Media Get Wrong about Bernie

    What makes Bernie so dangerous? Why were previous
    hopefuls such as Ron Paul, the Green Party ticket in
    2016, and Rep. Tulsi Gabbard this year also considered
    dangerous? Candidates outside the red and blue “box”
    cause mainstream journalists to shake. Nita Wiggins,
    the journalism professor who predicted the victory of
    presidential candidate Donald Trump a full year before
    it happened, has some surprises for your audience this
    season. A TV broadcaster who has followed presidential
    campaigns since covering the 1988 Democrat convention,
    she now teaches journalism in Paris, France. Contact
    her at NWiggins@rtirguests.com

    8. ==> Why Do So Many Americans Think Socialism is a
    Good Thing?

    Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders calls himself a democratic
    socialist and is currently in a two-man race to become
    the Democrats’ candidate to go head-to-head with Donald
    Trump in the November election. With our nation’s
    traditional fight against socialism, why are countless
    well-educated voters embracing it now? How did that
    happen? And what should audiences know to protect
    American democracy? Invite Rick Elkin to explore
    disguised forces shaping the politics of more than one
    generation of voters. Author of “The Illusion of
    Knowledge: Why So Many Educated Americans Embrace
    Marxism,” Elkin offers a radical new theory on why half
    the nation might jettison our constitutional republic
    for a progressive promised land. Ask him how, why or
    whether academia, union leaders and news and
    entertainment executives became prisoners of
    Groupthink. Contact Rick at (760) 825-4884;
    RElkin@rtirguests.com

    9. ==> ‘I’m Glad My Parents Forced Me into an Arranged
    Marriage’

    Raj Girn was 22 years old and in college in Wales when
    her Indian parents offered her a choice: marry a
    stranger from a different country or prepare to leave
    their home and support. Concluding that she had only
    one option really, she married a Canadian dentist she
    had met only twice, lived with him for ten years and
    had a son. And while she ended up divorced, she now
    says that being forced into an arranged marriage was
    the best thing that happened to her. Invite Raj — a
    well-known media personality in Canada — to explain
    Indian marriage customs, what it was like to feel as
    though she were a second-class citizen for most of her
    life and ways living alone in a new country with a
    stranger ultimately led to her finding out who she was.
    Once shy and lacking in confidence, she is now a
    confidence coach who started her own award-winning
    media company and brand that helps others navigate the
    same dual cultural identities that challenged her
    growing up. Contact Raj Girn at (647) 490-3158;
    Rgirn@rtirguests.com

    10. ==> Should You Hang Up on Doctor Google?

    Every minute 70,000 health-related questions are asked
    on Google, according to the search engine itself.
    That’s one billion questions a day! But is this a good
    thing? Not so much, says Trevor Campbell, M.D., who
    points out that the worst scenarios of any condition
    tend to draw the most interest. “It makes people
    depressed, ruminative and can destroy hope,” he says,
    adding that the resulting hypervigilance actually
    worsens the lot of people who suffer from chronic pain,
    his area of expertise. Dr. Campbell can also talk about
    the ways technology brings its own stressors and what
    the antidotes are for avoiding drama in cyberspace. Ask
    him: How is technology robbing us of our leisure time?
    How can we limit its reach this spring? Dr. Campbell is
    a family physician who studied medicine at the
    University of Cape Town, South Africa, before
    immigrating to Canada. His new book is “The Language of
    Pain: Fast Forward Your Recovery to Stop Hurting.”
    Contact Trevor Campbell at (250) 217-7832;
    tcampbell@rtirguests.com

    11. ==> Just in Time for Spring Sports: Can You Have a
    Concussion with No Symptoms?

    “Yes!” says Dr. Paul Wand. “And with spring sports
    season here, many parents are wondering how to keep
    their kids safe from sports injuries – mostly
    concussion-related.” Many parents don’t realize that
    even some non-contact sports can cause concussions in
    kids … like swimming, basketball, volleyball,
    wrestling, soccer, baseball, mixed martial arts,
    cheerleading and even dance! Interview Dr. Wand, a
    neurologist who specializes in concussions and how to
    diagnose and treat them more quickly and more easily,
    to hear about the “Wand Protocol.” You will learn how
    your child, or you for that matter, could have a
    concussion and have no idea. How is this possible?
    Sometimes symptoms relating to the concussion don’t
    show up until months or years later. And for about 20%
    of the population who actually go to the ER and undergo
    CT or MRI scans they are told they are perfectly fine …
    when in reality they aren’t. Paul Wand, M.D., PA has
    been a medical doctor for 35 years specializing in the
    field of neurology. He’s the author of “The Concussion
    Cure: Three Proven Methods to Heal Your Brain.” Contact
    Dr. Wand at (954) 743-5380; PWand@rtirguests.com

    12. ==> Walking 10,000 Steps: Forget About It!

    For almost 55 years, it has been accepted as fact that
    keeping fit meant taking 10,000 steps a day. But, as
    Kristen Carter will tell you, until recently, there had
    never been any research refuting or backing up this
    claim. So why did this myth persist for so long and
    what other myths are we still holding on to? What are
    some more realistic guidelines for daily fitness?
    You’ll find out when you talk with Kristen, a Certified
    Precision Nutrition Coach with a master’s degree in
    exercise physiology. She is the author of “Lose Weight?
    Exercise More? I Don’t Think So! What to Do When Your
    Doctor Tells You to Make Changes for Your Health.”
    Contact Kristen Carter at (267) 930-2547;
    kacarter@rtirguests.com

    13. ==> Why Do So Many People Hate Themselves?

    An awful lot of men and women who outwardly appear to
    be living a good life actually feel worthless on the
    inside. What’s behind this gnawing self-hate and why
    are we so hard on ourselves? Social media, which is all
    about projecting our best, unrealistic self, certainly
    doesn’t help, but personal growth expert Joffre McClung
    says self-loathing has been around a lot longer than
    the internet. She’ll explain the real reasons people
    hate themselves, why we’re often kinder to others than
    ourselves, and three things you can do daily to begin
    to change this unhealthy habit. Joffre McClung has
    appeared on numerous radio and TV programs. She’s a
    former media producer, independent filmmaker, and the
    author of “The Heart of the Matter.” Contact Joffre
    McClung at (917) 994-0225; JMcClung@rtirguests.com

    14. ==> Get off Social Media and Get Outside!

    Feeling low on energy? Need a spring in your step or a
    new attitude? Put down the iPad or remote and get
    outside for a quick perk up that can make you feel
    better. Invite award-winning screenwriter, author,
    TV/film producer, journalist, and TV host Maryann
    Ridini Spencer to reveal why simply getting outdoors
    and surrounding yourself with nature can improve your
    mood and your health. She can tell your audience how it
    also helps with your focus and creativity. Maryann is
    the author of the award-winning novel “Lady in the
    Window” and the new Amazon bestseller, “The Paradise
    Table.” Her work has appeared on Hallmark Hall of Fame
    (CBS-TV), the Hallmark Channel, CNN, USA, Syfy,
    Showtime, PBS, and many others. Contact Maryann Ridini
    Spencer at (818) 884-0104; recprinfo@gmail.com

    15. ==> Book This Guest If You’ve Ever Crammed for a
    Test!

    Have you ever crammed for a test? How about your kids?
    Chances are the answer is yes. But did you know that
    cramming almost never leads to learning? It’s true!
    Most students cram to get that “A” on Friday … but they
    have forgotten vital information by Monday. The “Cram
    Plan” just doesn’t work long-term. Interview Lee
    Jenkins, educator, administrator and author of “How to
    Create a Perfect School,” so he can explain how a
    “perfect school” is possible when we take away the
    cramming game that teachers and students play.
    According to Lee, it’s easier than you think to solve
    the educational dilemma in this country by getting rid
    of cramming, once and for all. Lee Jenkins has been an
    educator and administrator both in public schools and
    universities. Contact him at (484) 306-8784;
    LJenkins@rtirguests.com

    16. ==> 10 Anti-Bullying Lessons Trees Can Teach Us

    One out of four students says they have been bullied in
    school and over 70% of students report seeing other
    kids being bullied. While the statistics are scary and
    well-known, educator Laurie Marshall has an approach to
    bullying prevention you’ve never heard of. She shares
    practical and creative actions that draw upon the way
    trees operate. For example, each leaf carries out a
    unique vital job in cooperation with the other leaves.
    As a bully prevention specialist, Laurie has developed
    ways to teach children communication and self-
    confidence skills needed to work together for the
    benefit of their whole family, classroom and community.
    Her tree-based, arts-integrated program gives each
    child a vital, creative job to do. This transforms
    bullying. A student of biomimicry (a method for
    creating solutions to challenges by emulating designs
    and ideas found in nature), Laurie also has a master’s
    degree in art and education. The author of multiple
    books, including “Beating the Odds Now,” has trained
    over 6,000 teachers in project-based learning and
    facilitated 125 bully-prevention, nature-based murals
    with over 25,000 people in schools, nonprofits and
    government agencies (NASA, FEMA, U.S. Botanical
    Gardens). Contact Laurie at (415) 360-3304;
    lmarshall@rtirguests.com

    17. ==> The Best Treatments for Younger-Looking Skin

    According to business research data organization
    Satistica, the global market for skin-care products is
    currently $148.3 billion. As that huge number
    illustrates, the amount of skin-care products available
    to consumers today is staggering, making it difficult
    to know how to spend those dollars wisely. Christy Hall
    says the best way to reduce beauty industry overwhelm
    is through consumer education. Invite Hall on your show
    for straight talk on everything from how skin works to
    nutrition, what to expect with topical procedures and
    how to look your best while aging. From injectable
    fillers to Botox and lasers, learn what works, what is
    a waste of money, and how to get the most bang from
    your beauty buck. A board-certified physician assistant
    (PA-C) specializing in cosmetic dermatology and
    aesthetic medicine, Christy Hall’s Arizona medical
    aesthetics practice specializes in non-surgical facial
    and skin rejuvenation treatments. Her new book is “Your
    Beauty Advocate: A Non-Nonsense Guide to Age-Defying
    Skincare.” Contact Christy Hall at (520) 260-2272;
    Christy@mikelkristi.com

    18. ==> Stay or Move? 4 Questions for Retirees

    One of the biggest issues in retirement is whether to
    stay in your family home or downsize, but how do you
    make the right choice? Financial planner and author
    Penelope S. Tzougros (pronounced Sue-grows), says there
    are four questions retirees need to ask themselves when
    making the decision: How much do I need to spend to
    maintain my house? How much money does it take to
    maintain my desired lifestyle? What if anything is
    unique about my current home that I couldn’t find
    anywhere else? What do I envision my legacy to be?
    “Ultimately, the Stay-Move decision is not about real
    estate,” Tzougros says, “it’s about your legacy and who
    you are.” Penelope S. Tzougros, Ph.D., ChFC, CLU, is a
    financial consultant, speaker and founder of Wealthy
    Choices®, a Registered Investment Advisor. The author
    of several books including “Your Home Sweet Home” also
    offers an online course, “The Retiree’s Guide for the
    Stay-Move Decision.” Contact her at (617) 733-3731;
    penelope@wealthychoices.com

    19. ==> ‘Why I Forgave My Son’s Murderers’

    In late May, it will be seven years since Rev. Meghan
    Smith Brooks lost her 29-year-old younger son. Justin’s
    body was found in a river, wrapped in chains and
    weighed down by a cinder block. Justin, the father of a
    five-year-old, had been shot three times. It would take
    18 months for two arrests to be made. Interview Meghan
    to find out how she coped with the tragedy and why she
    was able to forgive her son’s murderers. She can talk
    about whether grief ever goes away and why forgiveness
    is so important to moving forward as well as share tips
    other people can use who are currently grieving. Meghan
    is an ordained Unity Minister and certified grief
    coach. She is the author of the upcoming book
    “Unraveling Grief: A Mother’s Spiritual Journey After
    Losing Her Son.” She will be the keynote speaker at
    Missouri’s event commemorating National Crime Victim
    Awareness Week in late April. Contact Meghan Smith
    Brooks at (816) 844-6783; mbrooks@rtirguests.com

    20. ==> How to Become Supernatural

    The supernatural isn’t just the stuff of sci-fi movies.
    According to Kim Chestney, we all possess these powers.
    “A popular theme in our culture today is the cognitive
    evolution of humanity — how the expansion of our
    consciousness can give us the ability to know the
    unknowable and experience the impossible,” she says.
    Kim will share the simple yet powerful ways that you
    can tap into your superpower and radically change your
    life. The founder of IntuitionLab, Kim is the author of
    “The Psychic Workshop” and the upcoming “Radical
    Intuition: A Revolutionary Guide to Your Inner Power.”
    Contact her at (412) 214-9502; KChestney@rtirguests.com

  • 03/06/20 RTIR Newsletter: Coronavirus and Work, Recognizing Fraud, Surviving Childbirth

    March 6, 2020

    01. Why Democrats Should Forget Super Tuesday
    02. Fed Cuts Rates amid Coronavirus Concerns
    03. Coronavirus Causes Work Woes
    04. International Women’s Day: What Oscar Couldn’t Do, This Festival Does
    05. Mountain Climber Helps Women Reach Their Peak
    06. Is Daylight Savings Time Bad for Your Health?
    07. Who is to Blame for Honesty’s Decline?
    08. Is Your Boss Crossing the Line? (and How to Recognize Fraud)
    09. Are Women Their Own Worst Enemies at Work?
    10. Watch Out! Your Employees Are Siphoning Profits
    11. How to Outsmart a Restaurant Wine List
    12. This Guest Travels, Lives and Works in a 39-Foot RV
    13. ‘Regular’ Flu Almost Killed This Guest
    14. Surviving Childbirth — Don’t Be a Maternal Mortality Statistic
    15. After Weinstein — What’s Next for #MeToo?
    16. Kids are Right: School is Boring
    17. Why You Aren’t Happier (and What You Can Do About It!)
    18. 3 Words Parents Never Want to Hear
    19. How to Take God Seriously
    20. Why Women Nag Men and How to Get Them to Stop

    1.==> Why Democrats Should Forget Super Tuesday

    Thomas L. Friedman has some advice for Democrats: Super
    Tuesday is history. It’s what happens next that
    matters. “If your party doesn’t have an awesome
    presidential candidate — and the Democrats don’t in
    this election — then your party better have an awesome
    coalition. That means a party that is united as much as
    possible — from left to center to right — so it can
    bolster the nominee against what will be a vicious,
    united and well-funded Trump/GOP campaign. It’s going
    to take a village to defeat Trump.” Friedman also
    believes that the hunger for a leader who can reunite
    the country is a stronger issue than many experts
    realize. “A Democratic candidate who can speak to that,
    inspire it and model it with his or her cabinet plans —
    by bringing together a broad range of moderate and
    progressive Democrats and moderate Republicans — will
    win.” Thomas L. Friedman is a political commentator and
    columnist and the author of six bestselling books,
    among them “From Beirut to Jerusalem” and “The World Is
    Flat.” Contact him at @tomfriedman;
    fsg.publicity@fsgbooks.com

    2. ==> Fed Cuts Rates amid Coronavirus Concerns

    On Tuesday the Federal Reserve announced a 50 basis
    point cut to its target rate as an emergency response
    to economic concerns stemming from the coronavirus.
    It’s the Fed’s first emergency rate cut since 2008 and
    the fourth cut overall since the start of 2019. Invite
    WalletHub CEO Odysseas Papadimitriou to discuss how the
    cut will affect consumer financial products like credit
    cards and mortgage rates, and why he believes being
    proactive is the best strategy in insulating the
    economy. “It is a good idea for the Federal Reserve to
    cut its target rate in response to the coronavirus
    because the risk of the virus turning into a pandemic
    before an effective treatment becomes available, let
    alone a vaccine, is very real,” says Papadimitriou.
    “Consumer spending will go down if people stay home
    because of the coronavirus. That in turn will hit a
    number of industries particularly hard, including small
    businesses in the service industry such as bars and
    restaurants, as well as travel providers, live
    entertainment venues, movie theaters, and more. And
    that could lead to a domino effect, with turmoil in one
    industry spilling over to another.” WalletHub is a
    personal finance website owned by Evolution Finance,
    Inc. Contact Diana Polk at (202) 684-6386;
    media@wallethub.com

    3. ==> Coronavirus Causes Work Woes

    As the coronavirus continues to spread in the U.S.,
    tensions are running high in companies struggling to be
    productive while still protecting employees. Seattle
    attorneys Michael Droke and Aaron Goldstein are seeing
    this firsthand after Washington state’s sixth death
    from the virus. In fact, the office building next door
    to them was just shut down as a precaution. Droke and
    Goldstein say they’ve been receiving calls from
    companies all over the nation who are trying to figure
    out how to best handle the situation. Droke says, “This
    is as much an economic emergency for many companies as
    a medical one and companies should quickly assess plans
    to permit remote work to minimize the loss of
    production.” Issues they can discuss include
    discrimination, wage/hour issues when employees are
    furloughed, travel issues and other risk factors in the
    workplace. Contact Laura Kelley at (303) 704-5222;
    laura@thesolutionpr.com

    4.==> International Women’s Day is Sunday – What Oscar
    Couldn’t Do, This Festival Does

    Women directors may not have gotten their due at this
    year’s major film awards, but the Female Eye Film
    Festival (FeFF) will be celebrating them in Toronto
    this weekend in honor of International Women’s Day.
    Invite FeFF founder, executive and artistic director
    Leslie Ann Coles to talk about the role of women in the
    movie industry, both behind and in front of the camera.
    She says, “This is a pivotal year for advancing gender
    equality worldwide, and our festival offers the perfect
    platform to further embrace this theme.” This year, the
    festival’s eighteenth, features 56 films directed by
    women from across North America and the world. The
    eclectic films reflect the topics of gender equality
    and violence against women, as well as socio-political
    shorts and documentaries that explore issues of women
    in technology, immigration, homelessness, aging,
    coming-of-age, and sexual identity. Contact Kelly
    Hargraves at kellyhargraves@gmail.com or the Female Eye
    Film Festival at femaleeyefilmfestival@gmail.com

    5. ==> Mountain Climber Helps Women Reach Their Peak

    During Women’s History Month, female leaders want to
    help transform our world. International retreat leader,
    author, attorney, and mountain climber Mozella Perry
    Ademiluyi has helped thousands of women globally to
    achieve their biggest goals. Invite her to reveal why
    times of turmoil are the best times for female leaders
    to make positive change. She can also share why
    barriers and boundaries make good targets for reaching
    success and how to establish the attitudes that help
    women reach their peak potential. Ademiluyi is a
    successful international speaker and author who reached
    Mount Kilimanjaro’s 19,341-foot peak at the age of 60.
    She now teaches professional women how to boldly
    embrace the steps that help them reach their summit.
    Her book “Rise!” reveals how each person can
    successfully climb her own mountains. Contact her at
    (301) 437-7607; mozella@mountainpeakstrategies.com

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

    When we “spring forward” this Sunday many of us will
    complain about losing an hour of sleep. But is it
    actually a big deal? Studies show an increase in heart
    attacks on the Monday following the time shift, and
    within the first 48 hours after the time change, a
    spike in automobile fatalities. Saundra Dalton-Smith,
    M.D., will talk about the pros and cons of losing sleep
    in the morning for an extra hour of sunlight in the
    evening. She’ll discuss how to get a quality night’s
    sleep, changes that occur in everyone’s bodies when
    seasons and schedules change, and how parents can help
    children acclimate to time and schedule changes. Dr.
    Saundra’s advice and expertise have been featured in
    Woman’s Day and Prevention magazines. Contact her at
    (256) 240-0564; Sdalton@rtirguests.com

    7. ==> Who is to Blame for Honesty’s Decline?

    In a recent Gallup Poll on honesty, respondents said
    that just 13% of senators were honest and ranked
    governors’ and business executives’ honesty at 20%.
    With the press (28% honest) routinely fact-checking
    everything the president says it makes you wonder
    whether honesty has become a relic of the past. And if
    it is, author and leadership expert Steven Mays says,
    “Why are we surprised when we get terrible results from
    our leaders? It’s our own damned fault.” He’ll reveal
    why talent is important in people who serve as leaders,
    but developing it at the expense of character and
    honesty is an all too common mistake. Mays is the
    author of “The Power of 3: Lessons in Leadership.” A
    graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis who
    served on nuclear submarines, he was a mathematician,
    electrical engineer and nuclear engineer who worked in
    private industry and at the Nuclear Regulation
    Commission. Contact him at (703) 552-5672;
    smays@rtirguests.com

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

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

    9. ==> Are Women Their Own Worst Enemies at Work?

    Women talk about the challenges they face in a
    patriarchal society but in reality, women are each
    other’s own worst enemies, often holding each other
    back and sabotaging one another’s careers. Many, if not
    most, career women would agree that the bosses that
    gave them the most grief in their careers were female.
    Why is this the case? Career coach, author and former
    Wall Street executive Tamara Lashchyk discusses these
    issues and gives real-life examples of women who
    vindictively tried to sabotage the career of other
    women, including her own boss, who fired her just two
    days before she retired. She can answer such questions
    as do female bosses treat their male subordinates
    better than their female reports? Is this a
    generational issue and are millennials better at
    supporting other women than baby boomers? What can
    women do to help each other? Tamara has been
    interviewed by the BBC and featured in Huffington Post.
    Contact Tamara Lashcyk at (848) 373-3543;
    TLashchyk@rtirguests.com

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

    Are your employees trustworthy? Or do they have sticky
    fingers? They could be merely pilfering pencils or
    other “won’t be missed” office supplies, but even minor
    stealing affects profits and ultimately the economy.
    So, who will help stop workplace crooks when they
    upgrade their crimes to appropriating electronics,
    clutching cash (like embezzling nuns who snatched
    school funds for Vegas gambling) or cooking books for
    personal gain? You, that’s who — by interviewing
    profitability master Ruth King, author of “50 Ways
    Employees and Vendors Steal from You” and the book
    series “The Ugly Truth about Cash.” Ruth will reveal
    how managers can corral crooks at the worksite. She’ll
    explore myths and truths about brazen cyber-stealing
    … thwarting employee bandits’ stash-and-grab
    techniques … recognizing temptation at the office …
    steps for establishing a thief-proof workplace … and
    much more. Ruth’s insights have already saved many
    businesses and millions in profits. Contact her at
    (770) 615-2056; RKing@rtirguests.com

    11. ==> How to Outsmart a Restaurant Wine List

    For people who enjoy a nice glass of wine with dinner,
    the restaurant wine list can be an exciting prelude or
    a confusing and intimidating way to start the evening.
    Too many wine lists are written with little or no
    concern for the diners who navigate them, but with a
    few straightforward, routine steps outlined by The
    People’s Wine Expert, Jim Laughren, CWE, almost anyone
    can break the code and pick out the perfect bottle to
    accompany their meal, whether they’re out for a
    romantic dinner or enjoying a girls’ or guys’ night
    out. Ask him: Is there anything you should be wary of
    on a wine list? What should you do when the waiter
    brings you a cork to sniff or presents you with the
    bottle? Fun and informative, Jim’s decidedly non-snobby
    approach to understanding and appreciating fine wine
    has been a hit on shows from coast to coast. He is also
    the author of two popular wine books, “50 Ways to Love
    Wine More” and “A Beer Drinker’s Guide to Knowing and
    Enjoying Fine Wine.” Contact Jim at (954) 317-9623;
    JLaughren@rtirguests.com

    12. ==> This Guest Travels, Lives and Works in a 39-
    Foot RV

    Tim Winders and his wife are living the life many
    people dream of as they roll down the highway in their
    39-foot RV they named Theo that serves as their home
    and office. For anyone who has wondered what it would
    be like to travel full time while making money as you
    go Tim has the answers. He is so persuasive that his
    adult son also works and lives in his own RV. Tim can
    also talk about his inspiring life journey: he went
    from owning seven-figure businesses and over 100
    properties to bankruptcy, homelessness and having $100
    in his bank account before rebounding to his current,
    more intentional lifestyle. Tim has over 25 years’
    experience as a coach for business owners, executives,
    and leaders. He also hosts the “SeekGoCreate” podcast
    and is finishing his first novel. He and his wife have
    enjoyed the nomadic lifestyle in New Zealand, Australia
    and all over North America. Contact him at (404)
    846-4639; twinders@rtirguests.com. Ask about last-
    minute availability

    13. ==> ‘Regular’ Flu Almost Killed this Guest

    While the world is abuzz about the coronavirus, many
    people forget just how deadly the flu can be, forgoing
    the yearly vaccination. That’s why everyone needs to
    hear the cautionary tale of Charles (Charlie) Gardner,
    who in 2011 came “this close” to losing his life from
    flu complications at age 56, the same age his great-
    great-grandfather was when the flu claimed his life. As
    a result of flu that turned into pneumonia contracted
    while he was on vacation, Charlie suffered 13 strokes,
    organ failure, and a six-week coma. His son and
    daughter were present even when they pulled the plug on
    him. Yet Charlie survived with a great story to share
    that includes miracles, a near-death experience and
    appreciating the life you have even if it isn’t the one
    you expected. Charlie tells his inspiring story in his
    book “Always Remember This Moment.” Contact him at
    (650) 995-5626; charlesgardner@rtirguests.com

    14. ==> Surviving Childbirth — Don’t Be a Maternal
    Mortality Statistic

    It’s the 21st century. That means women can breeze
    through childbirth and be healthy to raise their
    children, right? Sadly, maternal deaths have been
    increasing, despite advanced obstetrical care. Find out
    why and what expectant parents and medical personnel
    should know, when you interview Alan Lindemann, M.D. He
    has delivered more than 6,000 babies (including many
    multiple births, even quads) during his decades-long
    career without losing a mom. This fascinating
    professional will discuss the trouble with “maternity
    deserts” where women are hours away from where they’ll
    deliver … illnesses affecting healthy birthing …
    the impact of too many c-sections … who needs more OB
    nurses … plus additional issues that put mothers (and
    babies) at risk. Dr. Lindemann’s advice can save
    countless lives, families and careers. Contact Dr.
    Lindemann at (701) 543-6182; dhaugen@rtirguests.com

    15. ==> After Weinstein — What’s Next for #MeToo?

    Disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein may be sitting
    in jail after his conviction on rape and sexual assault
    charges earlier this month, but Christine Rose isn’t
    celebrating yet. “The guilty verdict may be the end of
    this trial, but it’s nowhere near close to the end of
    the #MeToo movement and efforts needed to create
    workplaces that are equal.” Rose, who has survived
    several abusers, will share her perspective on #MeToo
    and explain where and why the focus is moving. She’ll
    share her in-depth look at what society can do to
    create not only a safer business landscape but “a new
    normal,” free from gender-based discrimination and
    violence. Christine Rose is an executive coach and the
    author of “Life Beyond #MeToo: Creating a Safer World
    for Our Mothers, Daughters, Sisters & Friends.” Contact
    her at (425) 326-9855; cr@christinerose.coach

    16. ==> Kids are Right: School is Boring

    It’s no surprise that so many kids complain about
    school being boring. Between mandated tests and
    outdated teaching methods, many students would rather
    be anywhere than in a school classroom. How do we
    maintain the intrinsic motivation students bring with
    them to kindergarten for all 13 years of K-12
    education? Lee Jenkins says there is no limit to what
    schools can accomplish when students are still
    motivated like they once were in kindergarten. Invite
    him on your show to discuss how this is possible with
    examples from all grade levels and subjects. Lee
    Jenkins has been an educator and administrator in
    public schools and universities. He’s the author of
    “How to Create a Perfect School,” with a foreword by
    Jack Canfield. Contact him at (484) 306-8784;
    LJenkins@rtirguests.com

    17. ==> Here’s Why You Aren’t Happier (and What You Can
    Do About It!)

    Many experts offer tips on how to be happier. What
    happens when you try so many of them and they just
    don’t work? Elana Davidson discovered what she and so
    many others were missing. True happiness is not just
    about attitude and gratitude, it won’t be found through
    quick-fixes and cookie-cutter clichés. The good news is
    Elana can offer some tools and insights to your
    audience that can make a real difference. Ask her why
    doesn’t therapy work for some people? What key things
    are people missing? How is the subconscious affecting
    people’s ability to be happy? Elana is giving away
    copies of her eBook, “Finding Your Own Happy: The Soul-
    Searchers Guide to Peace and Happiness in Everyday
    Life,” published by Morgan James. Contact Elana at
    (413) 225-4758; elanadavidson@rtirguests.com

    18. ==> 3 Words Parents Never Want to Hear

    Rare. Incurable. Fatal. They are the worst words a
    parent can hear about their child’s health. Have you
    heard of Batten disease? It’s a rare group of genetic
    nervous system disorders (like “Parkinson’s on
    steroids!”) that worsen over time, with children
    experiencing progressive problems involving vision,
    balance, muscle movement, intellectual skills, dementia
    and seizures. Learn more by interviewing researcher and
    author Amy Proebstel, who is helping to bring awareness
    to the disease. You’ll learn why children get the
    disease, what the first symptoms are and the prognosis
    for those affected. Amy is the author of “The Rift in
    Our Reality,” a touching story of a real-life ten-year-
    old girl with the disease. A portion of book sales will
    support Haley’s Foundation, the nonprofit named for the
    girl. Contact Amy Proebstel at (503) 877-1119;
    aproebstel@rtirguests.com

    19. ==> How to Take God Seriously

    Camilo Graza is sure to be one of the most fascinating
    guests you’ll ever have. Graza is a man of science with
    great knowledge of the heavens. He balances science and
    faith as both an aerospace engineer and a lay preacher
    who says it’s the smartest people who believe. Ask him:
    Why are prayers and worship so important? Why is faith
    alone not enough for salvation? How do you get to
    heaven? Graza’s book “Passport to Heavenly Eternal
    Life” has helped countless people take God seriously
    and cherish life more. Graza will take questions and
    discuss surprising biblical teachings for the 21st
    century, exploring the creation of the Universe and our
    amazing Earthly home. Contact Camilo Graza at (626)
    341-1886; CGraza@rtirguests.com

    20. ==> Why Women Nag Men and How to Get Them to Stop

    No one likes to be nagged and nagging is an ineffective
    way to get someone to do something. Despite that,
    women, in general, have a reputation for nagging and,
    as relationship expert Stephanie Weiland Knarr, Ph.D.,
    will tell you, men do it too! Invite Dr. Stephanie on
    your program to share her innovative and much more
    successful approach to being heard by your significant
    other. You’ll learn what your relationship should have
    in common with Walmart and Target, what complaining
    does for a relationship, and tips for coping with a
    defensive spouse. A marriage and family counselor for
    20 years, Dr. Stephanie has helped thousands of
    couples. She’s been a guest on local TV and been
    featured in USA Today and Forbes. Contact her at (301)
    918-5708; sknarr@rtirguests.com

  • 3/3/20 RTIR Newsletter: Super Tuesday, Retiree Questions, Avoiding Processed Foods

    March 3, 2020

    01. Will Democrats Embrace a Super Tuesday Sanders Win?
    02. Was Flavor Flav’s Firing Fair?
    03. The Kent State Shootings 50 Years Later
    04. Coronavirus Containment: Who Loses When Schools Close?
    05. How Worrying about Coronavirus Could Cause You to Get It
    06. Coronavirus Shows How Bad Decisions Kill People
    07. It’s Tax Season: Lighten Up and Laugh at the IRS
    08. How 80% of Your Listeners Can Stop Living Paycheck to Paycheck
    09. Stay or Move? 4 Questions for Retirees
    10. Creative Ways to Tie the Knot without Spending a Lot
    11. Carrying a Gun for Protection — Hear This Expert
    12. New Reasons to Avoid Processed Foods
    13. Are You at Risk for Diabetes, the Silent Killer?
    14. What’s Going Wrong with America’s Health-Delivery System?
    15. The Surprising Solution to Climate Change
    16. Schools’ Toughest Bullies: Teachers
    17. Keep Beds Dry Every Night
    18. 5 Reasons You Should Write a Book Now
    19. Put the Clothes Back on Your Audience
    20. Psychedelics: What’s Behind Their Rise in Popularity?

    1.==> Will Democrats Embrace a Super Tuesday Sanders
    Win?

    Establishment Democrats are freaking out at the
    prospect of Bernie Sanders being the party’s nominee in
    2020 and Elliot Williams says they have reasons to be
    concerned. “He struggles to say what his ambitious
    plans will cost. If elected, he would become the oldest
    president in U.S. history and he has flip-flopped on
    whether he would release his full medical records. He
    all but ensures that his Republican opponent will make
    the election a referendum on socialism.” But Williams
    says despite all that, Sanders could still beat Donald
    Trump. “Sanders inspires an intensity in his supporters
    that few candidates in history can claim. Where Bill
    Clinton felt voters’ pain, Bernie Sanders channels
    their anger. And that means something in 2020. This
    level of passion has galvanized a movement reminiscent
    of other major ‘change’ candidates in history —
    Kennedy, Reagan and, whether we want to admit it or
    not, Trump.” Elliot Williams is a CNN legal analyst and
    a principal at The Raben Group, a national public
    affairs and strategic communications firm. He was a
    deputy assistant attorney general at the Justice
    Department and an assistant director at U.S.
    Immigration and Customs Enforcement for the Obama
    administration. Contact him at (202) 466-8585;
    ewilliams@rabengroup.com or ?@elliotcwilliams

    2. ==> Was Flavor Flav’s Firing Fair?

    Public Enemy, a radical hip-hop band that rose to
    prominence in the early days of the genre, has fired
    Flavor Flav, the iconoclastic hype man and reality-show
    staple. The issue was Flav sending a cease-and-desist
    letter to Bernie Sanders’ presidential campaign over
    the promotion of an appearance by Public Enemy at an
    upcoming campaign fundraising event. Flav wasn’t
    attending the event and apparently didn’t want to be
    associated with it. Was it right? PR expert Eric
    Yaverbaum says the parting wasn’t surprising or
    personal. “Public Enemy has been a fundamentally
    political group, and D himself continues to identify as
    a political artist, while Flavor Flav has gained new
    life as a reality-TV staple. This public disbanding is
    an example of protecting your brand to ensure that your
    message and the public conversation surrounding you
    remain on brand.” Yaverbaum is CEO of Ericho
    Communications and the author of “PR for Dummies.”
    Contact Xenique McLeod at (929) 399-6752;
    xenique@erichopr.com

    3. ==> Veteran Journalist: The Kent State Shootings 50
    Years Later

    Bob Giles was a young newspaper editor at the Akron
    Beacon Journal on the day of the Kent State shootings
    on May 4, 1970. Invite him on your show and hear the
    story of how he and his staff painstakingly pursued the
    truth of the shootings – a tragedy that has haunted the
    nation for 50 years and significantly changed the
    debate about the Vietnam War. He’ll describe the
    turmoil and drama of the newsroom on that fateful day
    and on the campus of Kent State University, where the
    Ohio National Guard opened fire on students, killing
    four and wounding nine others. You’ll hear how
    reporters struggled to make sense of the situation and
    sort fact from fiction for a horrified world wanting to
    know “what” and “why.” After a 40-year newspaper
    career, Giles became senior vice president of the
    Freedom Forum, executive director of its Media Studies
    Center, and curator of the Nieman Foundation for
    Journalism at Harvard University. He is the author of
    “When Truth Mattered: The Kent State Shootings 50 Years
    Later.” Contact Johanna Ramos Boyer at (703) 646-5137;
    (703) 400-1099 (cell); johanna@jrbcomm.com or Erin
    Bolden at (703) 646-5188

    4. ==> Coronavirus Containment: Who Loses When Schools
    Close?

    Japan’s schools will remain closed this month in an
    effort to curb contagion of the coronavirus. Here in
    the U.S., schools could also be subject to mass
    closures if the virus continues to spread, and that
    would create a big problem for working parents and the
    economy. The Century Foundation’s Julie Kashen says it
    would be particularly difficult for lower-income
    working families. “They don’t even have solutions for
    everyday child-care problems. This is just going to
    exacerbate the problems that already exist but also
    make stark economic inequalities.” Workers without paid
    sick leave, who make about 30% of the private sector
    workforce, will be hit the hardest, Kashen says, while
    office professionals and other white-collar workers
    will likely have the flexibility they need to take care
    of their kids. She says you likely won’t hear many
    parents talking about their plans for child care should
    schools close. “Probably, in part, because there’s not
    a great option,” she says. “No great answers besides
    relying on neighbors, friends and families.” Julie
    Kashen is a senior fellow and director for women’s
    economic justice at The Century Foundation, a
    progressive, nonpartisan think tank. Her expertise lies
    in work and family, caregiving, economic mobility, and
    labor. Contact her at @Juliekashen or Alex Edwards at
    edwards@tcf.org; press@tcf.org or (212) 452-7700

    5.==> How Worrying about Coronavirus Could Cause You to
    Get It

    Being vigilant and constantly checking the news for the
    latest information on the coronavirus may seem like the
    best way to stay safe and informed about the pandemic.
    But the opposite may be true. Could you be making
    yourself more susceptible to the coronavirus without
    realizing it? Perhaps, says wellness expert and stress
    relief coach Diane E. Ruiz, who will explain how
    excessive worry can lead to a buildup of cortisol that
    could compromise your immune system as well as lead to
    the desire to eat more comfort food, drink more
    alcohol, sleep less and isolate yourself from others,
    all which depress your immune system further. Invite
    Diana on air to share simple ways to decrease
    coronavirus stress including what you can eat and drink
    (and what to avoid) and best practices to help arm your
    body with a super-strong Immune system during this
    time. As a bonus, she will offer your listeners free
    access to her Immune System Power Program 2020 download
    that includes instructions for deep relaxation. Diana
    is the author of the wellness book “Healing Your Life
    With Water.” She developed a program called “Relieve
    Stress and Grief and Love Life Again.” Contact her at
    (360) 550-9436; DRuiz@rtirguests.com

    6. ==> Coronavirus Shows How Bad Decisions Kill People

    Coronavirus, Ebola, MERS, SARS, Zika: the biology
    changes, but the problem does not. Every one of these
    diseases hits the news, threatening to become a
    pandemic that could wipe out massive populations. Why
    isn’t there a clear plan to address this threat … or
    the next one … or the next one? “While we don’t know
    the name of the next plague, it’s obvious that we need
    a solution to this very predictable, recurring,
    inevitable problem,” says decision-making expert
    Michael Angelo Costa. “I’m not talking about scientific
    cures, I’m talking about a plan to address the threat
    and protect the public.” Invite Costa to discuss why
    the problem hasn’t been addressed and why he says one
    of the best ways to improve future outcomes is to learn
    from past mistakes, preferably someone else’s! Michael
    Angelo Costa has more than 33 years of international
    business experience as a lawyer, investment banker, and
    advisor. He’s an international coach and consultant and
    the author of “Never Be Wrong Again – Four Steps to
    Making Better Decisions In Work and In Life.” Contact
    him at (760) 238-5087; info@michaelangelocosta.com

    7. ==> It’s Tax Season: Lighten Up and Laugh at the IRS

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

    8. ==> How 80% of Your Listeners Can Stop Living
    Paycheck to Paycheck

    Despite a robust economy, most of your listeners are
    barely making it from one paycheck to the next. They
    want to do better but don’t know how to. Let Certified
    Financial Planner Lorri Craig reveal five ways to climb
    out of this persistent pattern. Among the things you
    will learn are why doing a budget should not be your
    first step, why you don’t have to go on a radical
    financial diet and why money problems are usually the
    result of a mindset problem. Lorri, who holds a
    master’s degree in finance, is dedicated to empowering
    both women and men with the tools they need to flourish
    physically, internally, and economically in a
    radically-changing world. She is the developer of the
    Empower3 program and author of an upcoming book that
    provides a step-by-step approach for being the change
    you want to see in the world. Contact her at (484)
    453-1742; LCraig@rtirguests.com

    9. ==> Stay or Move? 4 Questions for Retirees

    One of the biggest issues in retirement is whether to
    stay in your family home or downsize, but how do you
    make the right choice? Financial planner and author
    Penelope S. Tzougros (pronounced Sue-grows), says there
    are four questions retirees need to ask themselves when
    making the decision: How much do I need to spend to
    maintain my house? How much money does it take to
    maintain my desired lifestyle? What if anything is
    unique about my current home that I couldn’t find
    anywhere else? What do I envision my legacy to be?
    “Ultimately, the Stay-Move decision is not about real
    estate,” Tzougros says, “it’s about your legacy and who
    you are.” Penelope S. Tzougros, Ph.D., ChFC, CLU, is a
    Financial Consultant, speaker and founder of Wealthy
    Choices®, a Registered Investment Advisor. The author
    of several books including “Your Home Sweet Home” also
    offers an online course, “The Retiree’s Guide for the
    Stay-Move Decision.” Contact her at (617) 733-3731;
    penelope@wealthychoices.com

    10. ==> Creative Ways to Tie the Knot without Spending
    a Lot

    The average wedding now costs more than $30,000,
    excluding the honeymoon. Or $75,000 if you happen to
    marry in Manhattan. Patricia Davis, the author of
    “Going Broke Is No Joke,” says it’s time we stopped
    equating expensive wedding receptions with happiness
    and longer-lasting marriages and consider her 11
    creative ways to tie the knot without spending a lot
    and still have a fabulous, fun-filled wedding. She
    holds an MBA from Stanford, a master’s degree in
    personal financial planning from Golden Gate University
    and a certificate from Georgetown University’s Stonier
    Graduate School of Banking and Finance. Contact
    Patricia at (301) 517-6304; pdavis@rtirguests.com

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

    Your neighbors, co-workers and friends are among
    today’s millions of responsible gun owners. Many more
    (perhaps yourself) are considering gun ownership in
    this era of mass killings, home invasions and attacks.
    Invite Chris Bird to educate you and your audience
    about gun safety and self-defense. A sought-after
    expert on gun rights and personal protection, Chris can
    answer: Why are methods of observation as important as
    one’s weapon? What steps help you survive a public
    shooting? What are his insights about recent attacks at
    schools, workplaces, community events and places of
    worship? With 30-plus years of firearm safety
    experience, Chris Bird is the author of several books
    including “Surviving a Mass Killer Rampage,” “The
    Concealed Handgun Manual” and “Thank God I Had a Gun!”
    Have your listeners call in during the interview with
    their gun questions. Contact Chris Bird at (210)
    686-4440; cbird@rtirguests.com

    12. ==> New Reasons to Avoid Processed Foods

    By now, everyone is aware that processed foods are high
    in salt and calories. But most people don’t know that
    from snacks to microwavable dinners, these convenient
    foods contain numerous additives that can play a role
    in digestive issues, autoimmune disorders, and possibly
    even cancers. Let Marcela Magda Popa, M.D., talk about
    the scary ingredients used in processed foods and keep
    in mind that many of them also find their way into
    medicines. Thus, they can trigger allergic reactions
    and other side-effects for which they’re not even
    blamed, being deemed as “inert.” The author of “Keep
    Away from GRAS: Why Safe Everyday Products Are Making
    You Sick and Simple Strategies to Recover Your Health,”
    was forced to take early retirement as an internal
    medicine physician because of her autoimmune arthritis.
    This gave her time to research the suspicion she had
    formed that “generally recognized as safe” products
    used in foods, cosmetics, hygiene products,
    medications, cookware, and other household items may be
    making people sicker. Magda Popa graduated from Carol
    Davilla Medical School in Bucharest, Romania, and
    completed residency training in the United States.
    She’s been featured on MSN Lifestyle, SheKnows, Elite
    Daily, Bustle, and Business Insider. Contact her at
    (917) 750-3377; marcelampopa@gmail.com

    13. ==> Are You at Risk for Diabetes, the Silent
    Killer?

    Did you know that more than 30 million adults have
    diabetes and more than 7 million don’t even know they
    have it? Or that one in four adults has prediabetes?
    With these staggering numbers, no one can afford to be
    diabetes illiterate. That is why you’ll want to
    interview Nadia Al-Samarrie, a leading patient advocate
    in the diabetes community who knows this topic inside
    and out. She can answer such questions as what are some
    of the biggest myths about diabetes? How did being born
    into a family with type-2 diabetes and being married to
    a type-1 diabetic affect her life? What does she wish
    everyone knew about diabetes? Nadia is editor-in-chief
    of Diabetes Health, a 400,000 circulation magazine used
    in hospitals, diabetes classes, and doctors’ offices as
    an educational resource for patients, and her AskNadia
    column is ranked No. 1 by Google as is her
    DiabetesHealth.com website. Nadia is also the author of
    “Sugar Happy: Your Diabetes Health Guide in Achieving
    Your Best Blood Sugars and Letting Go of Your Diabetes
    Complication Fears.” She has been featured on ABC, NBC,
    CBS, and other major cable networks. Contact her at
    (415) 741-3545; nalsamarrie@rtirguests.com

    14. ==> What’s Going Wrong with America’s Health-
    Delivery System?

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

    15. ==> The Surprising Solution to Climate Change

    With a climate denier in the White House who may win
    re-election, a neutered Environmental Protection
    Agency, rising temperatures, melting ice caps,
    wildfires, and other weird weather, a growing number of
    millennials and other people are suffering from climate
    anxiety—the fear that Earth will become uninhabitable.
    That’s why an interview with Sankarshan Das could not
    be timelier. This expert can offer his revolutionary
    perspective on how by cleaning up the pollution within
    ourselves we can clean up all the pollution in the
    world. He’ll explain why being anxious can lead to
    greater happiness, comparing anxiety to a dashboard
    warning light requiring our immediate attention. He can
    also share how he has managed to have zero anxiety in
    the past 50 years. Sankarshan Das is a spiritual master
    with disciples all over the world and is the author of
    the upcoming book “Conquer Your Mind and Deliver the
    World: Empowering You to Awaken Your Divine
    Consciousness and Create Global Happiness.” He is also
    a singer-songwriter who once appeared onstage between
    Jefferson Airplane and the Grateful Dead. His song,
    “The Peace Formula,” has been praised by Barack Obama.
    Contact him at (512) 643-6740; sbridge@rtirguests.com

    16. ==> Schools’ Toughest Bullies: Teachers

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

    17. ==> Keep Beds Dry Every Night

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

    18. ==> 5 Reasons You Should Write a Book Now

    An estimated 80 to 90% of Americans would like to write
    a book someday. Most of them let their dream die
    without ever acting upon it. Let Fabi Preslar,
    president of custom publishing house SPARK Publications
    and an author herself, explain what’s involved in
    writing and publishing a book. She can reveal five
    powerful reasons to write your book today including the
    importance of letting others learn from your hero’s
    journey. She can also answer such questions as what’s
    the biggest roadblock to getting a successful book
    written? And, book publishing isn’t what it used to be,
    what does a new author need to know? Articulate, smart
    and honest, Fabi (Fay-Bee) is the author of “Fabulous F
    Words of Business Ownership: Redefining Choice Words to
    Fuel Your Small Business” and winner of Charlotte
    Business Journal’s 2018 First-Generation Family
    Business of the Year Award. Contact Fabi at (704)
    291-3566; FPreslar@rtirguests.com

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

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

    20. ==> Psychedelics: What’s Behind their Rise in
    Popularity?

    If the word “psychedelic” makes you think of Woodstock,
    the 1960s, and people dropping out of society, you are
    behind the times. While still prohibited by law, some
    once-considered “bad boys” of the drug culture (LSD,
    Psilocybin, MDMA), are now being seriously studied by
    science and found to be not-only completely non-
    addictive, but more effective in the relief of anxiety,
    addiction and depression than any known or traditional
    treatment. Sparrow Hart can discuss both the incredible
    promise of psychedelics as well as potential pitfalls
    for their misuse in an addictive and distraction-
    seeking culture. A Stanford University graduate, Hart
    has spent his life studying the variety of ways to
    alter and change consciousness. His varied career
    includes a brief stint working in a slaughter-house,
    adventures in the Amazon, and over 30 years of leading
    workshops on shamanism, conscious dreaming and vision
    quests in nature. His latest book is “Letters to the
    River: A Guide to a Dream Worth Living.” Contact him at
    (801) 516-0740; SHart@rtirguests.com

  • 2/27/20 RTIR Newsletter: Coronavirus, Burned out Teachers, CEOS on Social Media

    February 27, 2020

    01. Coronavirus Should Change the Way We Think about China
    02. Fed Expert: Coronavirus Strikes Wall Street
    03. Interview ‘Potsie’ from Happy Days: Actor Anson Williams
    04. International Women’s Day is March 8th – What Oscar Couldn’t Do, This Festival Does
    05. Weinstein Verdict and #MeToo
    06. What the Media are Getting Wrong about Bernie
    07. Why Do So Many Americans Think Socialism is a Good Thing?
    08. ‘Why I Forgave My Son’s Murderers’
    09. Attorney Reveals the Dark Side of Winning a Lawsuit
    10. Consumer Alert: Billions Lost Due to Insurance Policy Lapse
    11. Surviving Childbirth — Don’t Be a Maternal Mortality Statistic
    12. When Pills Are the Worst Way to Stop Pain
    13. Iraq Vet: From Faith to Darkness and Back Again
    14. Spring-Clean Your Life and Make Room for Your Dreams
    15. Make the Second Half of Your Life … The BEST Half
    16. When Does Checking Your Smartphone Become Unhealthy?
    17. Why Teachers Are Burned-Out, Worn-Out and Ready to Get Out
    18. Everyone Needs a Coach: How to Have One on Any Budget
    19. This Lived-It Expert Says Fighting Cancer Doesn’t Make Sense
    20. CEOs on Social Media: How Much Should They Share?

    1.==> Coronavirus Should Change the Way We Think about China

    How the coronavirus plays out is uncertain, but foreign policy expert Richard Haass says the virus has the potential to change China in fundamental ways. “Unless authorities get the situation under control and restore economic growth soon, it has the potential to become much more significant than Tiananmen, as what is at issue is not thousands of students calling for reform but millions of citizens demanding basic competence. Desperate people can do desperate things.” Haass also thinks outsiders should change the way they think about China. “Virtually everything written and said about China is premised on the notion of its continued rise. But to assume China’s growth will continue in a steady fashion ignores Chinese history.” Robert Haass is a veteran diplomat and president of the Council on Foreign Relations. Contact him at (212) 434-9540; president@cfr.org

    2. ==> Fed Expert: Coronavirus Strikes Wall Street

    Financial markets have stepped up their expectations for interest rate cuts in recent days as fears of a global pandemic finally rocked the U.S. stock market. Short of an accurate assessment of the full scope of the coronavirus — whether or not it becomes a true pandemic — it’s impossible to determine the economic impact or the Fed’s response. Invite Fed expert Danielle DiMartino Booth to discuss the situation, whether she believes the Fed will cut rates, and what that means for the American economy. DiMartino Booth is CEO of Quill Intelligence LLC, a research and analytics firm. Before that, she spent nine years at the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas. She is the author of “FED UP: An Insider’s Take on Why the Federal Reserve is Bad for America,” a full-time columnist for Bloomberg View, and a frequent commentator on CNBC, Bloomberg, Fox News, Fox Business News, BNN Bloomberg, Yahoo Finance and other major media outlets. Contact Johanna Ramos Boyer at (703) 646-5137; (703) 400-1099 (cell); johanna@jrbcomm.com or Erin Bolden at (703) 646-5188

    3. ==> Interview ‘Potsie’ from Happy Days: Actor Anson Williams

    Although he’s best known as Potsie Weber from the classic TV series Happy Days, actor/director Anson Williams is a man on a mission. After a near-fatal car accident caused by falling asleep at the wheel, Williams (with help from his famous uncle, Dr. Henry Heimlich) developed a spray that eliminates drowsy driving (which is a factor in more than 100,000 crashes annually). This all-natural stimulant has been adopted by first responders and trucking companies across the country. Anson is happy to talk Happy Days too and also about his prolific career as a director (Beverly Hills 90210, Melrose Place, and Star Trek: Voyager, plus many more). Contact Harlan Boll at (626) 345-7513; hboll@rtirguests.com

    4.==> International Women’s Day is March 8th – What Oscar Couldn’t Do, This Festival Does

    Women directors may not have gotten their due at this year’s major film awards, but the Female Eye Film Festival (FeFF) in Toronto will be celebrating them next weekend in honor of International Women’s Day. Invite FeFF founder, executive and artistic director Leslie Ann Coles to talk about the role of women in the movie industry, both behind and in front of the camera. She says, “This is a pivotal year for advancing gender equality worldwide, and our festival offers the perfect platform to further embrace this theme.” This year, the festival’s 18th, features 56 films directed by women from across North America and the world. The four days of eclectic films reflect the topics of gender equality and violence against women, as well as socio-political shorts and documentaries that explore issues of women in technology, immigration, homelessness, aging, coming-of-age, and sexual identity. Contact Kelly Hargraves at kellyhargraves@gmail.com or the Female Eye Film Festival at femaleeyefilmfestival@gmail.com

    5. ==> Weinstein Verdict and #MeToo

    Harvey Weinstein was convicted in a Manhattan courtroom on Monday of rape and a forcible sexual act. The disgraced movie mogul may be sitting in jail, but Christine Rose isn’t celebrating yet. “The guilty verdict may be the end of this trial, but it’s nowhere near close to the end of the #MeToo movement and efforts needed to create workplaces that are equal.” Rose, who has survived several abusers, will share her perspective on #MeToo and explain where and why the focus is moving. She’ll share her in-depth look at what society can do to create not only a safer business landscape but “a new normal,” free from gender-based discrimination and violence. Christine Rose is an executive coach and the author of “Life Beyond #MeToo: Creating a Safer World for Our Mothers, Daughters, Sisters & Friends.” Contact her at (425) 326-9855; cr@christinerose.coach

    6. ==> What the Media are Getting Wrong about Bernie

    What makes Bernie so dangerous? Why were previous hopefuls such as Ron Paul, the Green Party ticket in 2016, and Rep. Tulsi Gabbard this year also considered dangerous? Candidates outside the red and blue “box” cause mainstream journalists to shake. Nita Wiggins, the journalism professor who predicted the victory of presidential candidate Donald Trump a full year before it happened has some surprises for your audience this season. A TV broadcaster who has followed presidential campaigns since covering the 1988 Democrat convention, she now teaches journalism in Paris, France. Contact her at NWiggins@rtirguests.com

    7. ==> Why Do So Many Americans Think Socialism is a Good Thing?

    Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders calls himself a democratic socialist and is currently the frontrunner in the race to become the Democrats’ candidate to go head-to-head with Donald Trump in the November election. With our nation’s traditional fight against socialism, why are countless well-educated voters embracing it now? How did that happen? And what should audiences know to protect American democracy? Invite Rick Elkin to explore disguised forces shaping the politics of more than one generation of voters. Author of “The Illusion of Knowledge: Why So Many Educated Americans Embrace Marxism,” Elkin offers a radical new theory on why half the nation might jettison our constitutional republic for a progressive promised land. Ask him how, why or whether academia, union leaders and news and entertainment executives became prisoners of Groupthink. Contact Rick at (760) 825-4884; RElkin@rtirguests.com

    8. ==> ‘Why I Forgave My Son’s Murderers’

    In late May, it will be seven years since Rev. Meghan Smith Brooks lost her 29-year-old younger son. Justin’s body was found in a river, wrapped in chains and weighed down by a cinder block. Justin, the father of a five-year-old, had been shot three times. It would take 18 months for two arrests to be made. Interview Meghan to find out how she coped with the tragedy and why she was able to forgive her son’s murderers. She can talk about whether grief ever goes away and why forgiveness is so important to moving forward as well as share tips other people can use who are currently grieving. Meghan is an ordained Unity Minister and certified grief coach. She is the author of the upcoming book “Unraveling Grief: A Mother’s Spiritual Journey After Losing Her Son.” She will be the keynote speaker at Missouri’s event commemorating National Crime Victim Awareness Week in late April. Contact Meghan Smith Brooks at (816) 844-6783; mbrooks@rtirguests.com

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

    Talk about initiating a lawsuit and most people think: Hefty settlement! Getting justice! (Or retribution.) Healing and starting over. But legal trouble is stressful and expensive and lawsuits can last years, taking more out of you than you gain. So warns attorney Francine Tone, who’s been educating the public for years about getting the right legal help, asking prudent questions, making wise decisions, and proceeding with caution as legal challenges unfold. Invite her to explore realities about suing and being sued, myths and truths about the law, and how even winning lawsuits can jeopardize your business, marriage or health. Francine is the author of “What Every Good Lawyer Wants You to Know.” Contact Francine at (531) 208-1297; FTone@rtirguests.com

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

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

    11. ==> Surviving Childbirth — Don’t Be a Maternal Mortality Statistic

    It’s the 21st century. That means women can breeze through childbirth and be healthy to raise their children, right? Sad¬ly, maternal deaths have been increasing, despite advanced obstetrical care. Find out why and what expectant parents and medical personnel should know, when you interview Alan Lindemann, M.D. He has delivered more than 6,000 babies (including many multiple births, even quads) during his decades-long career without losing a mom. This fascinating professional will discuss the trouble with “maternity deserts” where women are hours away from where they’ll deliver … illnesses affecting healthy birthing … the impact of too many c-sections … who needs more OB nurses … plus additional issues that put mothers (and babies) at risk. Dr. Lindemann’s advice can save countless lives, families and careers. Contact Dr. Lindemann at (701) 543-6182; dhaugen@rtirguests.com

    12. ==> When Pills Are the Worst Way to Stop Pain

    You and your audience will want to listen-up when Maggie Phillips, Ph.D., pain relief expert and trainer, talks about using skills not pills to alleviate pain. After all, it’s almost daily that we hear of opioid controversies, addictions and even painkiller-related deaths. The author of “Freedom from Pain and Reversing Chronic Pain” will share good news about effective alternative healing methods. Ask her about the value of working with the rhythms of the nervous system, diet and exercise, spiritual practic¬es, drug-free supplements, meditation, hypnosis, lifestyle changes and other ways to build healing pathways. She’ll also explain why other nations are far ahead of the U.S. in wisely using “skills-not-pills” approaches to thwart pain and trauma without unwanted side effects or creating dependency and addiction problems. Contact Maggie at (510) 561-1645; mphillips@rtirguests.com

    13. ==> Iraq Vet: From Faith to Darkness and Back Again

    If you’d pulled shards of a friend’s skull out of your own face or seen a man killed by an IED as he raced to meet his wife and newborn child, how would you respond? How would you be changed? Decorated combat veteran Capt. Jeff Morris will share his traumatic experience as a battalion leader in Iraq, what it did to his faith and how he came to survive not only firefights in Baghdad’s most dangerous war zone but the deaths of eight of his men and a subsequent decade-long battle with PTSD. The author of “Legion Rising: Surviving Combat and the Scars It Left Behind” is now a senior executive who travels the country on behalf of his nonprofit Legion 8 Foundation, formed to honor the men lost under his leadership in Baghdad. Contact Jason Jones at jason@jonesliterary.com

    14. ==> Spring-Clean Your Life and Make Room for Your Dreams

    Springtime brings thoughts of spring-cleaning to many parents, but how about some mental spring-cleaning to make room for your dreams? Instead of being overwhelmed with to-do lists and constantly feeling burned out, why not recharge your batteries by reigniting your dreams? Children’s author and mom of three Rosie Pova tells parents, “We put our kids first and often ignore our dreams and passions in life in order to take care of everyone else in the family. With the right strategy, we can make the time to pursue our goals.” Invite Pova to share 10 tips on following your passions without neglecting your family. She can tell your audience how to get started, how to stay motivated even after multiple setbacks, and how to overcome failure. Pova is the author of several children’s books including her latest picture book, “Sunday Rain.” She’s been featured by KCHF 730-AM, DEAR Texas Radio, Web Talk Radio, and many other shows nationwide. Contact her at (214) 225-0856; RPova@rtirguests.com

    15. ==> Make the Second Half of Your Life … The BEST Half

    As we age, we may not realize that things can (and should) get better. With awareness, maturity, experience and motivation, the second half of life offers extraordinary opportunities and satisfaction — certainly personally but especially professionally. That’s the message of Joe Swinger, a sought-after speaker, author and interview guest who specializes in helping midlife adults transition from corporate to living the VIP life: welcoming vibrancy, impact and purpose. Appreciative audiences will hear Joe explain on-air how he became inspired to establish the organization Silver Linings Network. Joe will reveal what he advises, including how to revisit long-forgotten dreams, while also embracing new pathways, projects and personal development. Ask about his upcoming conferences. Contact Joe Swinger at (385) 425-6705; JSwinger@rtirguests.com

    16. ==> When Does Checking Your Smartphone Become Unhealthy?

    Many people believe cell phone addiction is something the other guy needs to worry about. It’s easy to spot when someone else is obsessed with email, Instagram and Facebook, but not so easy to notice it in ourselves. But, as stress and wellness expert Diana Ruiz will explain, it is likely your smartphone may be causing your stress—not relieving it—and a digital detox is in order. She’ll talk about why spending time with people in the same room who are not on their phones is way more relaxing than texting them or swiping right. She’ll also share what research suggests about which sex is more likely to exhibit constant device checking. Diana is the author of the new program Break Free from Stress and Grief: Love Your Life Again. Contact Diana Ruiz at (360) 550-9436; DRuiz@rtirguests.com

    17. ==> Why Teachers Are Burned-Out, Worn-Out and Ready to Get Out

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

    18. ==> Everyone Needs a Coach: How to Have One on Any Budget

    Think you don’t need a coach to help navigate your challenging career and reach your goals? Think again! Then interview Dr. Sarah Brown, a sought-after coach and trainer who’s helped thousands define and pursue success based on their unique interests, strengths and needs. She’ll help listeners understand the critical role coaches play and describe how anyone can turn a friend, colleague, or mentor into that much-needed role. People can even learn to coach themselves! Dr. Brown will share her 5-step KTS Success Factor™ Model and must-know secrets, including finally clarifying exactly what you want … getting started even without all the answers (and without going bankrupt!) … whether it’s wise to give-up one’s current job first … remedies for lackluster performances … and special advice for entrepreneurial businesses. Contact Sarah Brown at (302) 274-0624; SBrown@rtirguests.com

    19. ==> This Lived-It Expert Says Fighting Cancer Doesn’t Make Sense

    Kipp Harris knows what he’s talking about when he explores myths and truths about cancer and its treat¬ments. Several times that powerful disease has invaded his body, only to be thwarted into remission by modern medical science and Kipp’s own resourcefulness. Learn why he says it’s wise to work through, never battle, one’s cancer. So what does he recommend? Why does he call his cancer journey “improbable joy”? What was the first thing he did upon learning his cancer returned? And what does he advise for patients (and their loved ones) who want to thrive throughout and afterward? Kipp will even discuss on-air whether humanity is meant to experience cancer. Contact Kipp at (701) 638-4051; kharris@rtirguests.com

    20. ==> CEOs On Social Media: How Much Should They Share?

    According to a recent Glassdoor poll of over 1,200 employed adults, 57% of workers say they have talked about politics while on the job — despite 60% saying they believe discussing politics at work is unacceptable. What about CEOs who share their political or religious beliefs on social media? Reputation management expert Ryan McCormick says, “Under no circumstances should high-level executives share or promote their political perspectives online. Doing so can risk alienating loyal customers or potential customers who share different perspectives.” He suggests CEOs who want to help their preferred candidate do so away from the public eye. But interestingly, when it comes to corporate heads touting their religious beliefs, he says there is a greater chance of it being acceptable (and even embraced) if the company has made those beliefs an integral part of their culture. McCormick, a former TV producer and newspaper editor, is co-founder of Goldman McCormick PR. Contact him at (516) 901-1103; ryan@goldmanmccormick.com

  • 2/25/20 RTIR Newsletter: Sanders Surge, Coronavirus Facts, Becoming Supernatural

    February 25, 2020

    01. What’s Behind Bernie Sanders’ Surge?
    02. Why Bloomberg Should Have Run as a Republican
    03. Calming Coronavirus Fears: Caution vs Paranoia
    04. Coronavirus Facts – What it is and How to Prevent it
    05. NY Times Reporter on the Women Shaping Congress
    06. Why Every American Should Care About Poverty in Africa
    07. The New Mindfulness of Money: Should You Get in On It?
    08. Are Carcinogens Hiding in Products You Use Most?
    09. Psychedelics: What’s Behind Their Rise in Popularity?
    10. Is Your Boss Crossing the Line? (and How to Recognize Fraud)
    11. How Our School Systems Are Sabotaging Education from Within
    12. 10 Anti-Bullying Lessons Trees Can Teach Us
    13. 5 Things You Can Do to Outsmart Pain
    14. What House Flipping Shows Don’t Tell You
    15. Here’s Why You Aren’t Happier (and What You Can Do About It!)
    16. Why Women Nag Men and How to Get Them to Stop
    17. How to Become Supernatural
    18. Rare, Incurable, Fatal: 3 Words Parents Never Want to Hear
    19. Who Says Learning Math Has to Be Hard?
    20. Sex, Drugs, and Heavy Metal: Backstage Tales of Metal Legends

    1. ==> What’s Behind Bernie Sanders’ Surge?

    Bernie Sanders is currently being called the
    presumptive frontrunner in the Democratic contest to
    take on Donald Trump in November. Discuss the candidate
    with political commentator and talk show host Arnie
    Arnesen. She says Sanders appeals to those in America
    who are currently hurting. “He has moved the entire
    agenda of the Democratic Party not to the left, but to
    where the essence and soul of the party has
    historically been. About workers, about justice, about
    investment in infrastructure, about health care as a
    right and an environment that sustains us and does not
    serve the interests of corporate success and America’s
    failure. The New Dems under Bill Clinton moved the
    party into the arms of Wall Street and had more in
    common with a moderate Republican Party that no longer
    exists in America.” In addition to her daily talk show
    The Attitude, Arnesen is a frequent political
    commentator on Boston and New England radio and has
    appeared on CNN and other major media. She served for
    eight years as a member of the New Hampshire House of
    Representatives and ran for governor of the state in
    1992. Contact her at nharnie@gmail.com; @pchowder

    2. ==> Why Bloomberg Should Have Run as a Republican

    Many observers believe billionaire Michael Bloomberg
    used his massive personal wealth to buy his way into
    the election but political communication researcher
    Robert McChesney says he could have used his fortune to
    run as a Republican, and not further fracture the
    Democratic Party. He says Bloomberg “could have done
    everything possible to expose Trump and to locate and
    encourage anti-Trump Republicans. He could have
    supported primary challengers on the Republican side to
    defeat Trump’s allies and enablers. He could have built
    up a parallel party apparatus employing thousands of
    Republican operatives at big salaries. He might have
    made Trump completely crack up. At any rate, he would
    have had an enormous impact that might have helped to
    slow and begin to reverse the Trumpian drift.” Robert
    McChesney is research professor at the University of
    Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and co-founder of the
    media reform group Free Press. He is the author of
    several books about the media and democracy. Contact
    him at rwmcchesney@gmail.com or (217) 333-2683

    3. ==> Calming Coronavirus Fears: Caution vs Paranoia

    As of Monday, there were 53 confirmed cases of novel
    coronavirus in the United States, including 36 people
    who were aboard a cruise ship, three people repatriated
    from China, and 14 U.S. cases. As the virus spreads
    people are getting increasingly nervous and anxious.
    Health officials say the risk of death is much smaller
    than the influenza virus, so why is everyone so
    worried? What’s the difference between using caution
    and becoming paranoid? Should you cancel your upcoming
    international trip? Wear a mask on the plane? Invite
    clinical forensic psychologist Dr. John Huber to talk
    about how to deal with coronavirus fears. Dr. Huber has
    appeared on over 300 radio and TV programs and is the
    host of Mainstream Mental Health Radio. Contact Ryan
    McCormick at (516) 901-1103; (919) 377-1200 or
    ryan@goldmanmccormick.com

    4. ==> Coronavirus Facts – What It is and How to
    Prevent It

    You’ve probably heard that the coronavirus is similar
    to the flu, but health experts say there’s a
    difference. With the flu, you often get severe muscle
    aches and headaches; with this coronavirus, evidence
    suggests shortness of breath develops in more than half
    the cases after about a week. That’s not like the
    flu—with the flu, you rarely would be short of breath.
    But epidemiologist Krys Johnson says prevention IS the
    same. “Make sure you wash your hands as often as you
    can, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer—they have
    found the coronavirus does die in the presence of an
    alcohol-based hand sanitizer, so that’s a good thing to
    keep on your person at all times, especially if you use
    a train or a bus and you don’t have access to washing
    your hands. And if someone sneezes or coughs around
    you, just try to be very cognizant of that and make
    sure you’re not breathing in anything that they
    could’ve just coughed up.” Krys Johnson teaches
    epidemiology—the study of the causes and distribution
    of disease in populations—at Temple University’s
    College of Public Health. She worked with the Florida
    Department of Health during the Zika virus outbreak in
    2015–2016. Contact Morgan Zalot at (215) 204-7560;
    morgan.zalot@temple.edu

    5. ==> NY Times Reporter on the Women Shaping Congress

    In January 2019, the largest number of women ever
    elected to Congress was sworn in—87 in the House and 23
    in the Senate. This history-making class included many
    firsts: the youngest woman ever to serve; the first two
    Muslim women; the first two Native American women, one
    openly gay; a black woman from a nearly all-white
    Chicago suburb; and a Hispanic woman from a heavily
    Republican border region. Invite veteran New York Times
    Capitol Hill reporter Jennifer Steinhauer to give
    listeners a behind-the-scenes look at these newcomers
    and their individual and collective attempts to usher
    in change in Washington. Can these women, many already
    social media stars and political punching bags, find a
    way to break through the partisan stalemate and
    hidebound traditions of Washington, D.C.? Which is a
    more salient marker of change—their gender, or the
    diversity of age, race, religion and economic status
    they bring to Congress? Jennifer Steinhauer has covered
    numerous high-profile beats in her 25-year reporting
    career at the New York Times. Her latest book is “The
    Firsts: The Inside Story of the Women Reshaping
    Congress.” Contact Johanna Ramos Boyer at (703)
    646-5137; (703) 400-1099 (cell); johanna@jrbcomm.com or
    Erin Bolden at (703) 646-5188

    6. ==> Why Every American Should Care About Poverty in
    Africa

    Many African nations attained independence from the
    colonial powers in the late 1950s and 1960s. However,
    the promise of a bright future has not materialized due
    to corruption, greed, poor governance and conflicts.
    Massive foreign aid over six decades has not rectified
    the situation. So why should the rest of the world
    still care? Well, according to UNICEF, by 2050, Africa
    will be home to 35% of all adolescents in the world.
    The rest of the world cannot afford to ignore this
    large population. Invite author and speaker Dr.
    Sylvanus Ayeni to discuss the impact of poverty in
    Africa on the rest of the world and why foreign aid
    should be restructured. Ayeni, a retired neurosurgeon
    and the president of Pan Africa Children Advocacy
    Watch, Inc., was born and raised in Nigeria. His latest
    book, “Rescue Thyself: Change in Sub-Saharan Africa
    Must Come from Within,” addresses these issues boldly
    and holistically. Contact Sylvanus Ayeni at (301)
    910-1020; stoksayeni777@gmail.com

    7. ==> The New Mindfulness of Money: Should You Get in
    On It?

    These days, the concept of mindfulness seems to be
    everywhere. The latest place it is showing up is in how
    we spend—and invest—money. Lorri Craig, a Certified
    Financial Planner, is a huge proponent of this cutting-
    edge trend. Invite her to share ways mindfulness can
    lead anyone to do well and do good. Craig has a
    master’s degree in finance and is a subject matter
    expert for the Certified Financial Planner Board of
    Standards. She offers an Environmental, Social,
    Governance (ESG) investment platform on her website for
    socially conscious investors who want to make a
    positive impact on the world. Contact Lorri Craig at
    (484) 453-1742; LCraig@rtirguests.com

    8. ==> Are Carcinogens Hiding in Products You Use Most?

    Everyone uses such products as deodorant, shampoo, hand
    soap, body wash, moisturizer, shaving cream, cologne or
    makeup. But few consider whether doing so might be
    harmful to their health. The same goes for laundry and
    cleaning products. Marcela Magda Popa, M.D., has done
    the research and she knows that we are putting a lot of
    toxic ingredients on our skin, which as the body’s
    largest organ, absorbs a lot of these poisons. Let Dr.
    Popa explain how to find healthier readily available
    alternative products. The author of “Keep Away from
    GRAS: Why Safe Everyday Products Are Making You Sick
    and Simple Strategies to Recover Your Health” was
    forced to take early retirement from her job as an
    internal medicine physician because of her stubborn
    autoimmune arthritis. Although a difficult period for
    her, it brought the time to research the suspicion she
    had formed that “generally recognized as safe”
    ingredients used in foods, cosmetics, cookware, hygiene
    products, and other products may be making people
    sicker. Marcela Magda Popa graduated from Carol Davilla
    Medical School in Bucharest, Romania, and completed
    residency training in the United States. She’s been
    featured on MSN Lifestyle, SheKnows, Elite Daily,
    Bustle, and in Business Insider. Contact her at (917)
    750-3377; marcelampopa@gmail.com

    9. ==> Psychedelics: What’s Behind their Rise in
    Popularity?

    If the word “psychedelic” makes you think of Woodstock,
    the 1960s, and people dropping out of society, you are
    behind the times. While still prohibited by law, some
    once-considered “bad boys” of the drug culture (LSD,
    Psilocybin, MDMA), are now being seriously studied by
    science and found to be not-only completely non-
    addictive, but more effective in the relief of anxiety,
    addiction and depression than any known or traditional
    treatment. Sparrow Hart can discuss both the incredible
    promise of psychedelics as well as potential pitfalls
    for their misuse in an addictive and distraction-
    seeking culture. A Stanford University graduate, Hart
    has spent his life studying the variety of ways to
    alter and change consciousness. His varied career
    includes a brief stint working in a slaughter-house,
    adventures in the Amazon, and over 30 years of leading
    workshops on shamanism, conscious dreaming and vision
    quests in nature. His latest book is “Letters to the
    River: A Guide to a Dream Worth Living.” Contact him at
    (801) 516-0740; SHart@rtirguests.com

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

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

    11. ==> How Our School Systems Are Sabotaging Education
    from Within

    The latest educational horror in the news comes from a
    Madison, Wis., school district that has not only
    abandoned the A-F grade system but will grade students
    on their ability to tell stories and work in groups,
    not on their mastery of math, history, or other
    academic subjects. This, says Andrew Bernstein, Ph.D.,
    who teaches philosophy at Marist College, is only the
    latest attack from the educational establishment on
    teaching academic subjects. The result, he says, is a
    continuation of our failing school system. Dr.
    Bernstein, author of the forthcoming book, “Why Johnny
    Still Can’t Read or Write, Spell, or Understand Math–
    and What We Can Do About It,” has appeared on hundreds
    of radio shows and been a guest on Cavuto Live on Fox
    TV and others. Contact Dr. Bernstein at (845) 219-4566;
    andyswoop@gmail.com

    12. ==> 10 Anti-Bullying Lessons Trees Can Teach Us

    One out of four students says they have been bullied in
    school and over 70% of students report seeing other
    kids being bullied. While the statistics are scary and
    well-known, educator Laurie Marshall has an approach to
    bullying prevention you’ve never heard of. She shares
    practical and creative actions that draw upon the way
    trees operate. For example, each leaf carries out a
    unique vital job in cooperation with the other leaves.
    As a bully prevention specialist, Laurie has developed
    ways to teach children communication and self-
    confidence skills needed to work together for the
    benefit of their whole family, classroom and community.
    Her tree-based, arts-integrated program gives each
    child a vital, creative job to do. This transforms
    bullying. A student of biomimicry (a method for
    creating solutions to challenges by emulating designs
    and ideas found in nature), Laurie also has a master’s
    degree in art and education. The author of multiple
    books, including “Beating the Odds Now,” has trained
    over 6,000 teachers in project-based learning and
    facilitated 125 bully-prevention, nature-based murals
    with over 25,000 people in schools, nonprofits and
    government agencies (NASA, FEMA, U.S. Botanical
    Gardens). Contact Laurie at (415) 360-3304;
    lmarshall@rtirguests.com

    13. ==> 5 Things You Can Do to Outsmart Pain

    Who wouldn’t want to learn how to put suffering on
    hold? Trevor Campbell, M.D., says, “When you understand
    what pain is, you can work around it.” Let Dr. Campbell
    tell you things about pain management that most doctors
    don’t even know because the topic isn’t covered well in
    medical school! You’ll learn why you shouldn’t fight
    pain, that what hurts isn’t necessarily harmful, and
    ways our thoughts can be our greatest handicap. Dr.
    Campbell is a family physician whose practice focuses
    on pain management. He graduated from the University of
    Cape Town and has a delightful South African accent. He
    has worked in multidisciplinary pain management and
    opioids reduction programs and has served as s medical
    director for a leading pain management provider in
    Western Canada. His new book, hailed as a great read by
    Inc. Magazine, is “The Language of Pain: Fast Forward
    Your Recovery to Stop Hurting.” Contact him at (250)
    217-7832; tcampbell@rtirguests.com

    14. ==> What House Flipping Shows Don’t Tell You

    Those popular home improvement TV shows make it all
    look so easy. But according to real estate expert Dan
    Lieberman, that’s not the way it works. “They show the
    befores and afters and how much they paid and sold it
    for,” he says. “But they don’t tell you what they paid
    the bank in loan costs, all the ‘unbilled’ time
    involved, or about the construction deals they get
    because they have a TV show.” Dan is a long-time
    property renovator who can tell your audience how to
    get the most bang for their buck by improving rental
    properties and other money-making tips. He is the
    author of “The Effective Landlord: How Owners and
    Property Managers Can Attract Better Tenants, Raise
    Rents, and Boost Their Bottom Line in Any Market.”
    Contact Dan at (510) 570-1368;
    DLieberman@rtirguests.com

    15. ==> Here’s Why You Aren’t Happier (and What You Can
    Do About It!)

    Many experts offer tips on how to be happier. What
    happens when you try so many of them and they just
    don’t work? Elana Davidson discovered what she and so
    many others were missing. True happiness is not just
    about attitude and gratitude, it won’t be found through
    quick-fixes and cookie-cutter clichés. The good news is
    Elana can offer some tools and insights to your
    audience that can make a real difference. Ask her why
    doesn’t therapy work for some people? What key things
    are people missing? How is the subconscious affecting
    people’s ability to be happy? Elana is giving away
    copies of her eBook, “Finding Your Own Happy: The Soul-
    Searchers Guide to Peace and Happiness in Everyday
    Life,” published by Morgan James. Contact Elana at
    (413) 225-4758; elanadavidson@rtirguests.com

    16. ==> Why Women Nag Men and How to Get them to Stop

    No one likes to be nagged and nagging is an ineffective
    way to get someone to do something. Despite that,
    women, in general, have a reputation for nagging and,
    as relationship expert Stephanie Weiland Knarr, Ph.D.,
    will tell you, men do it too! Invite Dr. Stephanie on
    your program to share her innovative and much more
    successful approach to being heard by your significant
    other. You’ll learn what your relationship should have
    in common with Walmart and Target, what complaining
    does for a relationship, and tips for coping with a
    defensive spouse. A marriage and family counselor for
    20 years, Dr. Stephanie has helped thousands of
    couples. She’s been a guest on local TV and been
    featured in USA Today and Forbes. Contact her at (301)
    918-5708; sknarr@rtirguests.com

    17. ==> How to Become Supernatural

    The supernatural isn’t just the stuff of sci-fi movies.
    According to Kim Chestney, we all possess these powers.
    “A popular theme in our culture today is the cognitive
    evolution of humanity—how the expansion of our
    consciousness can give us the ability to know the
    unknowable and experience the impossible,” she says.
    Kim will share the simple yet powerful ways that you
    can tap into your superpower and radically change your
    life. The founder of IntuitionLab, Kim is the author of
    “The Psychic Workshop” and the upcoming “Radical
    Intuition: A Revolutionary Guide to Your Inner Power.”
    Contact her at (412) 214-9502; KChestney@rtirguests.com

    18. ==> Rare, Incurable, Fatal: 3 Words Parents Never
    Want to Hear

    Have you heard of Batten disease? It’s a rare group of
    genetic nervous system disorders (like “Parkinson’s on
    steroids!”) that worsen over time, with children
    experiencing progressive problems involving vision,
    balance, muscle movement, intellectual skills, dementia
    and seizures. Learn more by interviewing researcher and
    author Amy Proebstel, who is helping to bring awareness
    to the disease. You’ll learn why children get the
    disease, what the first symptoms are and the prognosis
    for those affected. Amy is the author of “The Rift in
    Our Reality,” a touching story of a real-life ten-year-
    old girl with the disease. A portion of book sales will
    support Haley’s Foundation, the nonprofit named for the
    girl. Contact Amy Proebstel at (503) 877-1119;
    aproebstel@rtirguests.com

    19. ==> Who Says Learning Math Has to Be Hard?

    Even dedicated, experienced educators are challenged
    helping students learn math. Students expect
    insurmountable lessons and often get frustrated when
    math doesn’t make sense. No wonder all types of
    audiences (teachers, parents, students, and employers)
    will enjoy hearing good news from Teruni Lamberg, Ph.D.
    The author of “Work Smarter, Not Harder: A Framework
    for Math Teaching and Learning” will discuss a
    research-based, classroom-tested framework shown to
    improve teaching and impact student achievement.
    Whether your listeners are teachers, parents or
    students, they’ll appreciate Dr. Lamberg’s tips and
    tricks to make math more manageable. Contact Teruni at
    (775) 451-3086; TLamberg@rtirguests.com

    20. ==> Sex, Drugs, and Heavy Metal: Backstage Tales of
    Metal Legends

    Get your backstage pass and go behind-the-scenes with
    such legendary bands as Black Sabbath, Judas Priest,
    Twisted Sister, and Quiet Riot—to name a few. Jon
    Wiederhorn will take you onto tour buses, into hotel
    rooms, and to exclusive parties and spots both seedy
    and glamorous. Topics range from band brawls and
    security scraps to mosh pit mishaps and near-death
    experiences. And of course, there’s booze and drugs and
    groupies. Jon Wiederhorn is the author of “Raising
    Hell: Backstage Tales from the Lives of Metal Legends.”
    Contact Lissa Warren, (617) 607-4925;
    lissa@diversionbooks.com

  • 02/20/20 RTIR Newsletter: World Yoga Day, the Clutter Queen, Self-Doubt and Career Success

    February 20, 2020

    01. Is President Trump Lawless?
    02. Presidential Pardons Normalize White-Collar Crime
    03. The Real Miscarriage of Justice in Stone Sentencing
    04. Want a Better Sex Life? There’s an App for That!
    05. Interview a Yoga Pioneer for World Yoga Day
    06. Worst-Case Scenario of a Coronavirus Pandemic
    07. Worried about Coronavirus? ‘Regular’ Flu Almost Killed this Guest
    08. How the Government is Bungling the Opioid Crisis
    09. Are Women Their Own Worst Enemies at Work?
    10. Could Self-Doubt Be the Key to Your Career Success?
    11. Burnout Nearly Killed Her: Exec Shares Stress-less Success Tips
    12. Watch Out! Your Employees Are Siphoning Profits
    13. How to Get Hitched without Digging a Financial Ditch
    14. Business Insanity: Dismal Success of Corporate Change
    15. ‘Become a Millionaire’ Advice Beyond Money Management
    16. Former Clutter Queen’s Secrets for Living More with Less
    17. This Guest Travels, Lives and Works in a 39-Foot RV
    18. Bigfoot and Aliens: A Real-Life Adventure Story
    19. Prince Harry Is Like All Children Everywhere
    20. Drunk Elephants … and Other Fun Facts about Wine

    1.==> Is President Trump Lawless?

    A Supreme Court lawyer is warning Donald Trump that the
    law will find a way to catch up with him. Appearing on
    MSNBC after Trump issued 11 pardons and commutations on
    Tuesday, former Acting Solicitor General Neal Katyal
    said, “I think this country has a robust tradition of
    law, and yes the president’s gotten away with so much.
    But I have news for him: the law is going to come after
    him. What he’s doing is lawless, it’s unprecedented, it
    breaks every rule in our constitutional democracy, and
    the law will find a way to catch up with him.” Neal
    Katyal is a former acting solicitor general and an
    expert in constitutional law, criminal law and national
    security. He’s the author of “Impeach: The Case Against
    Donald Trump” Contact him at (202) 662-9807;
    katyaln@georgetown.edu

    2. ==> Presidential Pardons Normalize White-Collar
    Crime

    President Donald Trump issued a frenzy of controversial
    pardons this week. It appears he targeted friends and
    people he believed received unfair convictions and/or
    sentences, regardless of the amount of concrete
    evidence against them. Observers speculate he’s paving
    the way for future pardons, like Roger Stone’s. Dr.
    Stephanie Sarkis, a mental health counselor and
    gaslighting expert, says “This is what gaslighters do —
    engage in unexpected behaviors so you won’t notice
    their other violations of social norms later.” She says
    Trump is also using another gaslighting technique by
    minimizing white-collar crime as “no big deal.” “The
    message Trump gives is that if these people who
    defrauded or bribed others were given too harsh of a
    sentence, the crime must not be so bad.” Sarkis says
    the purpose of gaslighting is to make you question
    reality and while Trump’s behavior has been normalized
    it’s important to remember that it is not normal.
    Stephanie Sarkis is a Ph.D., licensed, board-certified
    mental health counselor in practice for over 20 years.
    She is the author of several books including
    “Gaslighting: Recognize Manipulative and Emotionally
    Abusive People.” Contact her at (813) 803-2343;
    @StephanieSarkis

    3. ==> The Real Miscarriage of Justice in Stone
    Sentencing

    Trump crony Roger Stone will be sentenced Thursday
    after the president tweeted that the federal trial was
    unfair, saying the verdict should be thrown out.
    Whether he winds up pardoning his friend or not, Renato
    Mariotti says it’s clear that the real miscarriage of
    justice is that Trump’s meddling and Attorney General
    William Barr’s willingness to bend his department’s
    policies to serve Trump’s personal interests will have
    a disastrous, long-term effect on the public’s
    confidence in the fairness of federal prosecutors.
    Renato Mariotti is the legal affairs columnist for
    Politico Magazine. He is a former federal prosecutor
    and host of the “On Topic” podcast. Contact him at
    (312) 580-5056; @renato_mariotti

    4.==> Want a Better Sex Life? There’s an App for That!

    A San Francisco-based start-up aims to take the taboo
    out of sexual wellness by providing practical, science-
    based tools and strategies to improve sex lives – all
    customized to each user’s sexual type. “People are
    hungry for better guidance on their sex lives, using
    knowledge based on the latest scientific research,”
    says Dr. Britney Blair, co-founder of a new app called
    Lover. The app uses a unique new sexual profiling tool
    developed by Dr. Blair and a team of sexual medicine
    experts which identifies users as one of 12 common
    sexual types. It then provides guidance in the form of
    video and audio content, plus exercises and games. Dr.
    Britney Blair is a Stanford psychologist, board-
    certified in sexual medicine, and founder of Northern
    California’s largest independent sexual health clinic.
    Lover has a basic version free to download. A premium
    subscription costs about $60 a year. Contact Todd
    Brabender at (785) 842-8909; toddb@spreadthenewspr.com

    5. ==> Interview a Yoga Pioneer for World Yoga Day

    Just in time for World Yoga Day on Feb. 22, Susan
    Shumsky will talk about what yoga is … and isn’t. For
    example, did you know that yoga is not an exercise? And
    that it isn’t something you do? “Yoga” is a state of
    being—not something you do on a mat in a gym. When you
    are in a state of yoga, you are deeply relaxed yet
    alert,” Susan says. Oh, and did you know that there are
    eight paths of yoga? With more people practicing yoga,
    isn’t it time your audience found out what it is truly
    about by interviewing one of yoga’s pioneers? Susan
    spent years on the staff of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, the
    man who single-handedly brought the words meditation,
    mantra and yoga to the U.S. She is the award-winning
    author of 17 books including “Maharishi & Me: Seeking
    Enlightenment with the Beatles’ Guru.” Contact her at
    (917) 336-7184; SShumsky@rtirguests.com

    6. ==> Worst-Case Scenario of a Coronavirus Pandemic

    Amid furious efforts to stem the tide of the expanding
    coronavirus outbreak, health officials are soberly
    preparing for the growing risk of a worldwide pandemic.
    Increasingly, some experts say, the question is a
    simple one: How ugly will this get? “I think at this
    point, containment is already a lost cause,” says
    Michael Osterholm, director of the Center for
    Infectious Disease Research and Policy at the
    University of Minnesota. Osterholm’s comments echo grim
    realism from health officials at the Centers for
    Disease Control and Prevention. Although the disease’s
    severity appears to be lower than once feared,
    Osterholm says the 2019 novel coronavirus’s
    transmission patterns so far are reminiscent of
    influenza. “We can surely minimize transmission in
    health-care facilities and some public spaces. But
    beyond that, this virus is going to kind of do what it
    damn pleases,” he says. Contact Michael Osterholm at
    (612) 626-6770; mto@umn.edu

    7. ==> Worried about Coronavirus? ‘Regular’ Flu Almost
    Killed this Guest

    While the world is abuzz about the coronavirus, many
    people forget just how deadly the flu can be, forgoing
    the yearly vaccination. That’s why everyone needs to
    hear the cautionary tale of Charles (Charlie) Gardner,
    who in 2011 came “this close” to losing his life from
    flu complications at age 56, the same age his great-
    great-grandfather was when the flu claimed his life. As
    a result of flu that turned into pneumonia contracted
    while he was on vacation, Charlie suffered 13 strokes,
    organ failure, and a six-week coma. His son and
    daughter were present even when they pulled the plug on
    him. Yet Charlie survived with a great story to share
    that includes miracles, a near-death experience and
    appreciating the life you have even if it isn’t the one
    you expected. Charlie tells his inspiring story in his
    book “Always Remember This Moment.” Contact him at
    (650) 995-5626; charlesgardner@rtirguests.com

    8. ==> How the Government is Bungling the Opioid Crisis

    A recent slight decline in opioid deaths is being
    touted as evidence the government’s current policies
    are working to solve the epidemic but David Hanscom,
    M.D., begs to differ. “The opioid epidemic is getting
    worse. … In fact, current efforts to reduce opioid
    prescribing are exacerbating the problem. Although I
    agree with more careful prescribing practices, it isn’t
    the answer to the epidemic.” Dr. Hanscom will explain
    why doctors can’t solve the issue of chronic pain
    although medical research has identified clear
    solutions that mainstream medicine isn’t implementing.
    Listeners will also discover the real reason people
    turn to opioids and the role family dynamics play in
    chronic pain. David Hanscom, M.D., is a renowned spine
    surgeon, a frequent guest on TV and radio programs and
    a sought-after speaker at medical conferences around
    the world. He’s the author of several books including
    “Back in Control: A Surgeon’s Roadmap Out of Chronic
    Pain.” Contact Beth Grossman at (212) 949-4071;
    bethgrossman555@gmail.com

    9. ==> Are Women Their Own Worst Enemies at Work?

    Women talk about the challenges they face in a
    patriarchal society but in reality, women are each
    other’s own worst enemies, often holding each other
    back and sabotaging one another’s careers. Many, if not
    most, career women would agree that the bosses that
    gave them the most grief in their careers were female.
    Why is this the case? Career coach, author and former
    Wall Street executive Tamara Lashchyk discusses these
    issues and gives real-life examples of women who
    vindictively tried to sabotage the career of other
    women, including her own boss, who fired her just two
    days before she retired. She can answer such questions
    as do female bosses treat their male subordinates
    better than their female reports? Is this a
    generational issue and are millennials better at
    supporting other women than baby boomers? What can
    women do to help each other? Tamara’s been interviewed
    by the BBC and featured in Huffington Post. Contact
    Tamara Lashcyk at (848) 373-3543;
    TLashchyk@rtirguests.com

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

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

    11. ==> Burnout Nearly Killed Her: Exec Shares Stress-
    less Success Tips

    As a former Fortune 500 executive, Janet McKee is
    acutely familiar with the way most people strive for
    success–by working their butts off. But as someone who
    experienced massive burnout and hit rock bottom in her
    professional and personal lives, McKee is now much
    wiser when it comes to achievement, fulfillment, and
    prosperity; she knows that most of us are going about
    success all wrong. In fact, she has found, reducing
    stress is a requirement for success, not just a nice
    thing to experience. She’ll discuss how to combat
    today’s pervasive negativity and fear, why you
    shouldn’t fight against or try to change limiting
    beliefs, and the only goal you will ever need to
    achieve all that you want. Janet McKee, MBA, CHPC,
    CHHC, is a High-Performance™ success coach, wellness
    expert and CEO of SanaView. Her new book is “Stressless
    Success: The Surprising Secrets to a Life of Passion,
    Purpose, and Prosperity.” Contact her at (724)
    417-6695; janetmariamckee@gmail.com

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

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

    13. ==> How to Get Hitched without Digging a Financial
    Ditch

    The average wedding now costs more than $30,000,
    excluding the honeymoon. Or $75,000 if you happen to
    marry in Manhattan. Patricia Davis, the author of
    “Going Broke Is No Joke,” says it’s time we stopped
    equating expensive wedding receptions with happiness
    and longer-lasting marriages and consider her 11
    creative ways to tie the knot without spending a lot
    and still have a fabulous, fun-filled wedding. She
    holds an MBA from Stanford, a master’s degree in
    personal financial planning from Golden Gate University
    and a certificate from Georgetown University’s Stonier
    Graduate School of Banking and Finance. Contact
    Patricia at (301) 517-6304; pdavis@rtirguests.com

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

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

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

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

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

    Can’t find your car keys? Haven’t seen the scissors in
    weeks? Always losing your cell phone? As decluttering
    and downsizing expert Marlena Uhrik, Ed.D., will tell
    you, while we are strongly attached to them, a surplus
    of possessions can also lead to chaos and wasted time
    trying to find them. Marlena can talk about the peace
    and calm that comes with decluttering and where to
    start if you want to live with less, whether you are
    staying put or moving to a smaller home. She can also
    share how to make decluttering an everyday process. A
    50-year educator, Realtor and Certified Home Stager,
    she’s one of six authors of the #1 Amazon bestseller
    “Secret Sauce of Downsizing: The Complete Guide for
    Living with Less and Loving It More!” Ask her about
    free giveaways. Contact her at (916) 269-0528;
    MUhrik@rtirguests.com

    17. ==> This Guest Travels, Lives and Works in a 39-
    Foot RV

    Tim Winders and his wife are living the life many
    people dream of as they roll down the highway in their
    39-foot RV they named Theo that serves as their home
    and office. For anyone who has wondered what it would
    be like to travel full time while making money as you
    go Tim has the answers. He is so persuasive that his
    adult son also works and lives in his own RV. Tim can
    also talk about his inspiring life journey: he went
    from owning seven-figure businesses and over 100
    properties to bankruptcy, homelessness and having $100
    in his bank account before rebounding to his current,
    more intentional lifestyle. Tim has over 25 years’
    experience as a coach for business owners, executives,
    and leaders. He also hosts the “SeekGoCreate” podcast
    and is finishing his first novel. He and his wife have
    enjoyed the nomadic lifestyle in New Zealand, Australia
    and all over North America. Contact him at (404)
    846-4639; twinders@rtirguests.com. Ask about last-
    minute availability.

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

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

    19. ==> Prince Harry Is Like All Children Everywhere

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

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

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

  • 02/18/20 RTIR Newsletter: Backstage Tales of Heavy Metal, Should Your Carry a Gun?, Ditching the Winter Blues

    February 18, 2020

    01. Coronavirus: How Bad Decisions Kill People
    02. The Trouble with Election Security
    03. Is Sanders a Socialist or a New Dealer?
    04. CEOs On Social Media: How Much Should They Share?
    05. Sex, Drugs, and Heavy Metal: Backstage Tales
    06. Legal Loophole Could Give Your Job to a Foreigner
    07. Journalist Explains Why Trump Supporters Hold On
    08. Carrying a Gun for Protection — Hear This Expert
    09. Is the Next Real Estate Bust about to Begin?
    10. Are You at Risk for Diabetes, the Silent Killer?
    11. Why Teen Chronic Pain up 800%
    12. How the Lack of Black Doctors Harms Patients
    13. What’s Going Wrong with America’s Health-Delivery
    System?
    14. How Anxiety Can Lead to Happiness
    15. Why Every College Student Needs an Exit Strategy
    16. Kids are Right: School is Boring
    17. Are You Violating the Ten Commandments of Pain?
    18. 5 Reasons You Should Write a Book Now
    19. Ditch Your Winter Blues and Find Your Bliss
    20. This Doc Reveals How Carbs Can Make You Drunk!

    1.==> Coronavirus: How Bad Decisions Kill People

    Coronavirus, Ebola, MERS, SARS, Zika: the biology
    changes, but the problem does not. Every one of these
    diseases hits the news, threatening to become a
    pandemic that could wipe out massive populations. Why
    isn’t there a clear plan to address this threat … or
    the next one … or the next one? “While we don’t know
    the name of the next plague, it’s obvious that we need
    a solution to this very predictable, recurring,
    inevitable problem,” says decision-making expert
    Michael Angelo Costa. “I’m not talking about scientific
    cures, I’m talking about a plan to address the threat
    and protect the public.” Invite Costa to discuss why
    the problem hasn’t been addressed and whether it
    matters when the Chinese government knew of this
    potential health crisis. Hear why he says one of the
    best ways to improve future outcomes is to learn from
    past mistakes, preferably someone else’s! Michael
    Angelo Costa has more than 33 years of international
    business experience as a lawyer, investment banker, and
    advisor. He’s an international coach and consultant and
    the author of “Never Be Wrong Again – Four Steps to
    Making Better Decisions In Work and In Life.” Contact
    him at (760) 238-5087; info@michaelangelocosta.com

    2. ==> The Trouble with Election Security

    Russia interfered with the U.S. presidential election
    in 2016, and in 2018, internet trolls again spread
    disinformation during the midterms. Intelligence
    officials warn that interference in this year’s
    presidential election may already be underway. Invite
    Shannon K. O’Neil, vice president of studies at the
    Council on Foreign Relations, to explain how the 2016
    interference occurred and why social media played such
    a big role. She’ll also discuss why there’s such
    partisan debate over the issue, what that means for the
    upcoming election and how election interference
    undermines our entire democracy. O’Neil is an expert on
    Latin America, U.S.-Mexico relations, global trade,
    corruption, democracy, and immigration. Contact her at
    (212) 434-9772; soneil@cfr.org

    3. ==> Is Sanders a Socialist or a New Dealer?

    Bernie Sanders is running for president as a Democrat,
    but many see his platform and views as socialist.
    Victor Wallis, the author of the upcoming book
    “Socialist Practice: Histories and Theories,” says
    given the bias against third-party challengers, there
    are powerful inducements for socialists to seek office
    as Democrats. He says, “This leads them to water down
    their conception of socialism to the point of rejecting
    any explicit challenge to the power of capitalism.” The
    resulting political order has been dubbed everything
    from mixed economy to welfare capitalism and social
    democracy, but Senator Bernie Sanders refers to it as
    democratic socialism. Wallis says, “Sanders’ acceptance
    of the word ultimately reflects the fact that
    socialism, despite any negative historical baggage and
    despite its sustained stigmatization, embodies the
    positive social goals that most people seek.” Wallis’
    books include “Red-Green Revolution: The Politics and
    Technology of Ecosocialism” and “Democracy Denied: Five
    Lectures on U.S. Politics.” Contact him at
    zendive@aol.com

    4.==> CEOs On Social Media: How Much Should They Share?

    According to a recent Glassdoor poll of over 1,200
    employed adults, 57% of workers say they have talked
    about politics while on the job — despite 60% saying
    they believe discussing politics at work is
    unacceptable. What about CEOs who share their political
    or religious beliefs on social media? Reputation
    management expert Ryan McCormick says, “Under no
    circumstances should high-level executives share or
    promote their political perspectives online. Doing so
    can risk alienating loyal customers or potential
    customers who share different perspectives.” He
    suggests CEOs who want to help their preferred
    candidate do so away from the public eye. But
    interestingly, when it comes to corporate heads touting
    their religious beliefs, he says there is a greater
    chance of it being acceptable (and even embraced) if
    the company has made those beliefs an integral part of
    their culture. McCormick, a former TV producer and
    newspaper editor, is co-founder of Goldman McCormick
    PR. Contact him at (516) 901-1103;
    ryan@goldmanmccormick.com

    5. ==> Sex, Drugs, and Heavy Metal: Backstage Tales of
    Metal Legends

    Get your backstage pass and go behind-the-scenes with
    such legendary bands as Black Sabbath, Judas Priest,
    Twisted Sister, and Quiet Riot—to name a few. Jon
    Wiederhorn will take you onto tour buses, into hotel
    rooms, and to exclusive parties and spots both seedy
    and glamorous. Topics range from band brawls and
    security scraps to mosh pit mishaps and near-death
    experiences. And of course, there’s booze and drugs and
    groupies. Jon Wiederhorn is the author of “Raising
    Hell: Backstage Tales from the Lives of Metal Legends.”
    Contact Lissa Warren, (617) 607-4925;
    lissa@diversionbooks.com

    6. ==> Legal Loophole Could Give Your Job to a
    Foreigner

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

    7. ==> Journalist Explains Why Trump Supporters Hold On

    Talk to the journalism professor and former journalist
    who, in October 2015, predicted Donald Trump’s win.
    Yes, 13 months before the vote, Nita Wiggins read the
    signs of the political shift. But what does she see
    happening in 2020? How does President Trump defy all
    previous election taboos? Why do his backers stay,
    despite sex scandals, impeachment, and warmongering?
    What does Nita see clearly that political reporting
    fails to report? Nita will help your audience avoid
    election-mania, misinformation, and “shiny object”
    reporting, and stay sane throughout the impeachment
    fallout and the primary voting season. She worked from
    coast-to-coast for 21 years as a TV reporter and
    anchor, and she is the author of “Civil Rights Baby: My
    Story of Race, Sports and Breaking Barriers in American
    Journalism.” Nita now teaches journalism in Paris,
    France. Contact her at NWiggins@rtirguests.com

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

    Your neighbors, co-workers and friends are among
    today’s millions of responsible gun owners. Many more
    (perhaps yourself) are considering gun ownership in
    this era of mass killings, home invasions and attacks.
    Invite Chris Bird to educate you and your audience
    about gun safety and self-defense. A sought-after
    expert on gun rights and personal protection, Chris can
    answer: Why are methods of observation as important as
    one’s weapon? What steps help you survive a public
    shooting? What are his insights about recent attacks at
    schools, workplaces, community events and places of
    worship? With 30+ years of firearm safety experience,
    Chris Bird is the author of several books including
    “Surviving a Mass Killer Rampage,” “The Concealed
    Handgun Manual” and “Thank God I Had a Gun!” Have your
    listeners call in during the interview with their gun
    questions. Contact Chris Bird at (210) 686-4440;
    cbird@rtirguests.com

    9. ==> Is the Next Real Estate Bust about to Begin?

    With real estate experts, economists, and even online
    real estate company Zillow predicting a recession in
    2020, are property owners prepared to weather the
    coming storm? Invite New York real estate economist and
    appraiser Adam Weber to share why he believes that in
    the next financial crisis there will be nowhere to
    hide. Invite him to discuss how we got here and why the
    upcoming economic crisis will be much worse than the
    past. As a veteran of multiple financial storms, he
    says lenders are currently handing out loans like
    crazy. His book, “The Appraisal Review Survival Guide,”
    reveals insider information on the workings of the
    risky business of making real estate loans. Contact him
    at (917) 779-8177; aweber@rtirguests.com

    10. ==> Are You at Risk for Diabetes, the Silent
    Killer?

    Did you know that more than 30 million adults have
    diabetes and more than 7 million don’t even know they
    have it? Or that one in four adults has prediabetes?
    With these staggering numbers, no one can afford to be
    diabetes illiterate. That is why you’ll want to
    interview Nadia Al-Samarrie, a leading patient advocate
    in the diabetes community who knows this topic inside
    and out. She can answer such questions as what are some
    of the biggest myths about diabetes? How did being born
    into a family with type-2 diabetes and being married to
    a type-1 diabetic affect her life? What does she wish
    everyone knew about diabetes? Nadia is editor-in-chief
    of Diabetes Health, a 400,000 circulation magazine used
    in hospitals, diabetes classes, and doctors’ offices as
    an educational resource for patients, and her AskNadia
    column is ranked No. 1 by Google as is her
    DiabetesHealth.com website. Nadia is also the author of
    “Sugar Happy: Your Diabetes Health Guide in Achieving
    Your Best Blood Sugars and Letting Go of Your Diabetes
    Complication Fears.” She has been featured on ABC, NBC,
    CBS, and other major cable networks. Contact her at
    (415) 741-3545; nalsamarrie@rtirguests.com

    11. ==> Why Teen Chronic Pain up 800%

    When you think of chronic pain you are likely to
    imagine older people whose bodies have broken down over
    time—not teens. Let David Hanscom, M.D., share a topic
    you’ve probably never heard before as he reveals why
    teenage chronic emotional and physical pain is robbing
    America of its future, having risen more than 800% in
    the last ten years. But he does have good news: the
    anxiety that is fueling young people’s pain can be
    dealt with and he’ll share ways the body’s stress
    chemicals can be reduced, and what we should be
    teaching children in elementary school that would be
    game-changing. Dr. Hanscom is an orthopedic spine
    surgeon who quit his surgical practice to teach
    patients and medical practitioners how to solve chronic
    pain. His most recent book is “Do You Really Need Spine
    Surgery?” Contact him at (206) 890-1892;
    david@backincontrol.com

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

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

    13. ==> What’s Going Wrong with America’s Health-
    Delivery System?

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

    14. ==> How Anxiety Can Lead to Happiness

    Most of us have been trained to think that anxiety is
    always a bad thing. But strange as it may seem, being
    anxious can also lead to greater happiness, according
    to expert Sankarshan Das, who compares anxiety to a
    dashboard warning light requiring our immediate
    attention. On-air he’ll explain the mistake nearly
    everyone makes when trying to be happier as well as how
    he managed to have zero anxiety in the past 50 years.
    Sankarshan Das is a singer-songwriter who once appeared
    onstage between Jefferson Airplane and the Grateful
    Dead. His song, “The Peace Formula,” has been praised
    by Barack Obama. Sankarshan Das circles the world twice
    a year singing and speaking in promotion of global
    peace and spiritual perfection. He’s the author of the
    upcoming book “Deliver Your Mind, Deliver the World:
    Empowering You to Awaken Your Divine Consciousness and
    Create Global Happiness.” Contact him at (512)
    643-6740; sbridge@rtirguests.com

    15. ==> Why Every College Student Needs an Exit
    Strategy

    During the 11 years Glen Dunzweiler spent as a college
    professor, he heard students complain about the high
    cost of tuition and burdensome debt they were taking
    on. But what he didn’t hear most students talking about
    was even more important: what their exit strategy from
    college was going to be and how they intended to
    monetize their skills once they were out. Glen says,
    “Students need to define their value, not have an
    employer define it for them. What are they worth?
    Educators and parents have to help them figure that out
    while they are still in school.” Glen is making it his
    mission to ensure that parents have important
    conversations with their children, well before the
    first college tour. He’ll reveal what that conversation
    should sound like as well as the paradoxical, self-
    serving way universities use tuition money to preserve
    their business interests to the detriment of students.
    Glen is a former college professor, a documentarian and
    the author of two books. His latest is “A Degree In
    Homelessness? Entrepreneurial Skills For Students.”
    Contact him at (702) 703-2219;
    GDunzweiler@rtirguests.com

    16. ==> Kids are Right: School is Boring

    It’s no surprise that so many kids complain about
    school being boring. Between mandated tests and
    outdated teaching methods, many students would rather
    be anywhere than in a school classroom. How do we
    maintain the intrinsic motivation students bring with
    them to kindergarten for all 13 years of K-12
    education? Lee Jenkins says there is no limit to what
    schools can accomplish when students are still
    motivated like they once were in kindergarten. Invite
    him on your show to discuss how this is possible with
    examples from all grade levels and subjects. Lee
    Jenkins has been an educator and administrator both in
    public schools and universities. He’s the author of
    “How to Create a Perfect School,” foreword by Jack
    Canfield. Contact him at (484) 306-8784;
    LJenkins@rtirguests.com

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

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

    18. ==> 5 Reasons You Should Write a Book Now

    An estimated 80 to 90 percent of Americans would like
    to write a book someday. Most of them let their dream
    die without ever acting upon it. Let Fabi Preslar,
    president of custom publishing house SPARK Publications
    and an author herself, explain what’s involved in
    writing and publishing a book. She can reveal five
    powerful reasons to write your book today including the
    importance of letting others learn from your hero’s
    journey. She can also answer such questions as what’s
    the biggest roadblock to getting a successful book
    written? And, book publishing isn’t what it used to be,
    what does a new author need to know? Articulate, smart
    and honest, Fabi (Fay-Bee) is the author of “Fabulous F
    Words of Business Ownership: Redefining Choice Words to
    Fuel Your Small Business” and winner of Charlotte
    Business Journal’s 2018 First-Generation Family
    Business of the Year Award. Contact Fabi at (704)
    291-3566; FPreslar@rtirguests.com

    19. ==> Ditch Your Winter Blues and Find Your Bliss

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

    20. ==> This Doc Reveals How Carbs Can Make You Drunk!

    Excess carbs aren’t just bad for your waistline and
    overall health. Foods like pasta and bread can actually
    cause intoxication similar to alcohol consumption!
    “There’s fungus/bacteria that transform the
    carbohydrates to alcohol that will even register as
    intoxicated on a breathalyzer,” says Isaac Alexis,
    M.D., a renowned addiction specialist. This also
    explains why people get addicted to carbs, which is
    comparable to alcohol and drug addiction. Dr. Isaac can
    share the mysteries of addiction and how to beat it for
    good. He is the author of “Life and Death Behind the
    Brick and Razor-Code Red Diamond” and the upcoming “The
    Seductive Pink Crystal.” Contact Dr. Isaac Alexis at
    (315) 935-6348; IAlexis@rtirguests.com

  • 02/13/20 RTIR Newsletter: Sanders in New Hampshire, Porn and Human Trafficking, Raising Respectful Boys

    01. Behind Bernie Sanders’ New Hampshire Win
    02. Chinese Hackers Had You in 2017
    03. For Black History Month: Filmmaker on ‘Black in Space’
    04. How a U.S. Military Interpreter Escaped ISIS and Freed Hundreds
    05. Drink Up: Feb. 18th is National Drink Wine Day
    06. Be the Man She Wants (Without Breaking the Bank)
    07. How to Attract Your Soul Mate
    08. #MeToo Needn’t Ruin Valentine’s Day
    09. Valentine’s Day Gifts for People in Pain
    10. This Guest Travels, Lives and Works in a 39-Foot RV
    11. What Dooms Most Grads to Slave Wages and Drudge Jobs
    12. Success Secrets of the Rich and Famous (They’ll Work for You Too)
    13. The Link Between Porn and Human Trafficking
    14. Outsmart Your Brain to Make Healthy Choices
    15. Could Sloppy Record-Keeping Cost You Your Life?
    16. Beyond Football: A Concussion Cure
    17. How to Raise Boys to Respect Women
    18. Conversation Crisis: How Convenience Has Ruined Connection
    19. 10 Tips to Help Moms Make Room for their Dreams
    20. This Guest Enjoys 3 Free Cruises a Year (and You Can Too)

    1.==> Behind Bernie Sanders’ New Hampshire Win

    Primary season is underway and Bernie Sanders is
    gaining momentum after his win in New Hampshire this
    week. Political commentator and talk show host Arnie
    Arnesen says Sanders appeals to those in America who
    are currently hurting. “He has moved the entire agenda
    of the Democratic Party not to the left, but to where
    the essence and soul of the party has historically
    been. About workers, about justice, about investment in
    infrastructure, about health care as a right and an
    environment that sustains us and does not serve the
    interests of corporate success and America’s failure.
    The New Dems under Bill Clinton moved the party into
    the arms of Wall Street and had more in common with a
    moderate Republican party that no longer exists in
    America.” In addition to her daily talk show The
    Attitude, Arnesen is a frequent political commentator
    in Boston and New England radio and has appeared on CNN
    and other major media. She served for eight years as a
    member of the New Hampshire House of Representatives
    and ran for governor of the state in 1992. Contact her
    at nharnie@gmail.com; @pchowder

    2. ==> Chinese Hackers Had You in 2017

    The U.S. Attorney General has confirmed the 2017
    Equifax hack was the work of the Chinese military. As
    we enter the age of AI-assisted warfare, invite tech
    expert Shelly Palmer to unpack some of the underlying
    issues and explain what that means today. “In 2017,
    only the most cutting-edge computer scientists could
    have imagined the capability you would have in 2020 to
    weaponize the Equifax data from 143 million Americans,”
    says Palmer. “I’m not scared of Chinese hackers. I’m
    not worried about what has been done with the Equifax
    data. I’m worried about what will be done with all of
    our data. We create so much of it every day, and we
    openly share it with half the world.” He’ll discuss:
    What data should absolutely be private? What data
    should be private, but if hacked would be OK? What data
    doesn’t matter? Shelly Palmer is CEO of The Palmer
    Group, a strategic advisory, technology solutions and
    business development practice. He’s Fox 5 New York’s
    on-air tech and digital media expert, writes a weekly
    column for Ad Age, and is a regular commentator on CNBC
    and CNN. Contact him at (917) 886-1173;
    shelly@palmer.net or Dana Eisenberg at (212) 532-3880;
    admin@shellypalmer.com

    3. ==> For Black History Month: Filmmaker on ‘Black in Space’

    America’s experiences during the civil rights movement
    and the space race are well documented. However, few
    know about the moment these two worlds collided, when
    the White House and NASA scrambled to put the first
    black astronaut into orbit. Filmmaker Laurenz Grant’s
    new documentary “Black in Space: Breaking the Color
    Barrier” is the story of the decades-long battle
    between the U.S. and the Soviet Union to be the first
    superpower to bring diversity to the skies, told by the
    black astronauts and their families, who were part of
    this little-known chapter of the Cold War. “Black in
    Space” airs this month on the Smithsonian Channel.
    Grant can talk about the film as well as her other
    African American-themed documentaries including “Stay
    Woke: The Black Lives Matter Movement,” “Slavery and
    the Making of America,” and “Jesse Owens.” Contact John
    Angelo at John@premieretv.com

    4.==> How a U.S. Military Interpreter Escaped ISIS and Freed Hundreds

    Born in Iraq and fluent in Kurdish, English, Kurmanji
    and Arabic, Shaker Jeffrey became one of the youngest
    military interpreters supporting the U.S. Army and
    Special Forces during the War in Iraq. For his service,
    he was promised a visa to America and a college
    education. But that never happened and today he lives
    in Germany, still waiting for his visa. Writer
    Katharine Holstein was introduced to Shaker by his
    former commanding officers. Invite her on your show and
    hear how Shaker was both witness to the rise of ISIS
    and genocide in Yazidi, and a hero rescuing hundreds of
    kidnapped girls and gathering intel that would lead to
    a bombing to create an escape route for those held in
    the siege. Kate will also explain why she decided to
    tell Shaker’s story and how she has been working to
    help bring him to America. Her new book is “Shadow on
    the Mountain: A Yazidi Memoir of Terror, Resistance and
    Hope.” Contact Johanna Ramos Boyer at (703) 646-5137;
    (703) 400-1099 (cell); johanna@jrbcomm.com or Erin
    Bolden at (703) 646-5188

    5. ==> Drink Up: Feb 18th is National Drink Wine Day

    Get ready for some sparkling conversation as Certified
    Wine Educator Jim Laughren helps your audience
    celebrate all the joys of wine in time for National
    Drink Wine Day on Feb. 18. Jim will prove that talking
    about wine is nearly as much fun as imbibing it and
    says you don’t need to spend a fortune to find wines
    that are often overlooked by wine snobs. His
    approachable take on wine will encourage everyone in
    your audience—even the bargain-hunters—to chuckle and
    experiment more. You’ll also learn about the vital role
    wine played in developing the world’s trade routes, how
    monkeys, wild boars and elephants manage to get tipsy,
    which celebrities own wineries or wine labels, and much
    more. Jim is the award-winning author of “50 Ways to
    Love Wine More: Adventures in Wine Appreciation” and “A
    Beer Drinker’s Guide to Knowing and Enjoying Fine
    Wine”. He is the past president of a wine importing and
    distribution company and is known for his fun and
    irreverent wine classes and seminars. Contact him at
    (954) 317-9623; JLaughren@rtirguests.com

    6. ==> Be the Man She Wants (Without Breaking the Bank)

    Men often think they have to spend a fortune to impress
    on Valentine’s Day, but Destin Gerek says that’s not
    true. Invite the author of “The Evolved Masculine: Be
    the Man the World Needs, and The One She Craves” to
    share five tips to create the Valentine’s Day of her
    dreams on a shoestring budget! Destin can answer all
    your last-minute Valentine’s Day questions and suggest
    simple, inexpensive (and even free) ways to show your
    love and discuss why men have such a hard time with the
    holiday. Destin Gerek is founder and CEO of The Evolved
    Masculine, a pioneering coaching and training company
    for men. As an international speaker and host of The
    Evolved Masculine podcast, Destin is dedicated to
    redefining and evolving masculinity for the 21st
    century. Contact him at (415) 341-2650;
    Destin@EvolvedMasculine.com

    7. ==> How to Attract Your Soul Mate

    No one wants to be alone for Valentine’s Day, but what
    if you’ve searched everywhere for your perfect match
    and had no luck? Author, speaker, and personal
    transformation expert Arnoux Goran can reveal why most
    techniques to find the love of your life don’t work and
    how you can finally manifest your soul mate. Goran has
    developed a method to reprogram yourself that was
    studied by the University of California, Irvine, and
    proven to be 100% effective. His new book is “The
    Answer: How to Change Your Life and Make Your Dreams
    Come True.” Contact him at (878) 203-8231;
    AGoran@rtirguests.com

    8. ==> #MeToo Needn’t Ruin Valentine’s Day

    From cards and jewelry to lingerie and sex toys,
    merchants will rack up approximately $20 billion in the
    U.S. alone in Valentine’s Day sales, not including all
    the illegal porn downloaded on that day. In the era of
    #MeToo, where does Valentine’s Day fit? Christine Rose
    says even though millions of women bear scars from
    being treated as objects, both in the workplace and
    outside of it, there’s still reason to celebrate
    Valentine’s Day. “The world is at a tipping point, and
    as culture shifts change how men and women treat one
    another, there’s room in the New Normal (a world beyond
    #MeToo stories) and reason for romance and celebration
    of much of what makes Valentine’s Day a special
    holiday.” Christine Rose, ACC, is owner of Christine
    Rose Coaching & Consulting. A survivor of multiple
    abusers and the mother of two daughters, she is the
    author of “Life Beyond #MeToo: Creating a Safer World
    for Our Mothers, Daughters, Sisters & Friends.” Contact
    her at (425) 326-9855; cr@christinerose.coach

    9. ==> Valentine’s Day Gifts for People in Pain

    Candy and flowers are great. There are few who don’t
    love them. But if a loved one is in pain, a gift that
    relieves pain may be more appreciated. From socks to
    salves to electronic devices that soothe, alternative
    pain treatment expert Cindy Perlin has lots of
    suggestions for gifts for a Valentine who’s in pain.
    With one out of three American adults experiencing
    chronic pain and many more suffering from acute pain,
    this topic is sure to be relevant to many in your
    audience. Perlin is a licensed clinical social worker,
    certified biofeedback practitioner and chronic pain
    survivor. She’s the author of “The Truth About Chronic
    Pain Treatment: The Best and Worst Strategies for
    Becoming Pain Free” and the creator of the Alternative
    Pain Treatment Directory. In practice in the Albany,
    New York area for over 25 years, she’s a seasoned radio
    and TV guest. Contact her at cindyperlin@gmail.com;
    (518) 439-6431

    10. ==> This Guest Travels, Lives and Works in a 39-Foot RV

    Tim Winders and his wife are living the life many
    people dream of as they roll down the highway in their
    39-foot RV they named Theo that serves as their home
    and office. For anyone who has wondered what it would
    be like to travel full time while making money as you
    go Tim has the answers. He is so persuasive that his
    adult son also works and lives in his own RV. Tim can
    also talk about his inspiring life journey: he went
    from owning seven-figure businesses and over 100
    properties to bankruptcy, homelessness and having $100
    in his bank account before rebounding to his current,
    more intentional lifestyle. Tim has over 25 years’
    experience as a coach for business owners, executives,
    and leaders. He also hosts the SeekGoCreate podcast and
    is finishing his first novel. He and his wife have
    enjoyed the nomadic lifestyle in New Zealand, Australia
    and all over North America. Contact him at 404-846-4639; twinders@rtirguests.com. Ask about last-
    minute availability

    11. ==> What Dooms Most Grads to Slave Wages and Drudge Jobs

    During the 11 years Glen Dunzweiler spent as a college
    professor, he heard students complain about the high
    cost of tuition and burdensome debt they were taking
    on. But what he didn’t hear most students talking about
    was even more important: what their exit strategy from
    college was going to be and how they intended to
    monetize their skills once they were out. Glen says,
    “Students need to define their value, not have an
    employer define it for them. What are they worth?
    Educators and parents have to help them figure that out
    while they are still in school.” Glen is making it his
    mission to ensure parents have important conversations
    with their children, well before the first college
    tour. He’ll reveal what that conversation should sound
    like as well as the paradoxical, self-serving way
    universities use tuition money to preserve their
    business interests to the detriment of students. Glen
    is a former college professor, a documentarian and the
    author of two books. His latest is “A Degree In
    Homelessness? Entrepreneurial Skills For Students.”
    Contact him at (702) 703-2219;
    GDunzweiler@rtirguests.com

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

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

    13. ==> The Link Between Porn and Human Trafficking

    Earlier this month a Superior Court judge in California
    awarded $13 million to 22 women who claimed they had
    been forced to perform in videos by three adult-film
    producers. The women answered an online ad for models
    offering $5,000 to “pretty, preppy college-type girls,”
    who were then forced to perform in adult videos. “This
    is just one example of how human trafficking can affect
    anyone,” says Raleigh Sadler, a Christian reverend and
    founder of the human trafficking awareness group Let My
    People Go. The author of “Vulnerable: Rethinking Human
    Trafficking” can discuss how anyone can become a
    victim, why it goes undetected so often, and how to end
    it. Contact Raleigh Sadler at RSadler@rtirguests.com;
    (917) 341-6758

    14. ==> Outsmart Your Brain: How to Make Healthy Choices When You Crave Comfort

    It’s winter and millions of us are not only more
    sedentary, we’re feeling downright sluggish and
    depressed. We’re eating foods we think will give us
    comfort in the cold, but many times they are not the
    healthiest choices. Invite Ed Dodge, M.D., to share
    ways to keep a positive mindset and how that can make
    all the difference to your success in maintaining a
    healthy eating regime. He’ll tell your audience which
    wholesome foods can help you feel full so you stay on
    track and share four types of processed foods that
    contribute to the development of life-threatening
    chronic diseases. Dr. Dodge’s latest book, “Family: A
    Family Doc’s Memoir of Life in Africa and the U.S.,”
    shares his journey from his childhood in the wilds of
    Africa, where he enjoyed exotic fruits and ate antelope
    and buffalo, to experiencing culture shock as a teen
    returning to the U.S. After becoming a physician, he
    returned to Africa to work and later to volunteer. As
    host of Healthy Living Radio, Dr. Dodge has interviewed
    groundbreaking leaders in medicine and he has been
    honored by the Johns Hopkins University Center for a
    Livable Future. Contact Dr. Ed Dodge at (484) 259-9887;
    edodge@rtirguests.com

    15. ==> Could Sloppy Record-Keeping Cost You Your Life?

    In a medical emergency, anyone can be rattled enough to
    forget important details, finding themselves unable to
    answer physicians’ important questions about their
    health or that of a loved one. Anne McAwley-LeDuc, a
    retired nurse practitioner (APRN), learned this the
    hard way after her husband fell down the stairs and
    showed signs of paralysis. At the hospital, physicians
    sought answers about his medical history but she
    couldn’t answer vital questions. McAwley-LeDuc wants to
    help others — especially ordinary folks with no medical
    background — advocate for themselves and their loved
    ones for better and safer health care. She’ll discuss
    the role patients play in reducing medical errors, ways
    disorganized medical records can be deadly, and why so
    few patients keep good medical records or grasp the
    need to do so. Anne McAwley-LeDuc developed the
    “Personal Health Organizer” to keep essential medical
    information in one place and provide a snapshot of your
    health history. Contact her at (860) 642-1786;
    a.mcawley.leduc@charter.net

    16. ==> Beyond Football: A Concussion Cure

    Football is under attack because of the high risk of
    concussions and the resulting consequences, but
    concussions happen in all types of sports and even non-
    sporting activities. What if there was a way to make
    concussions a thing of the past? Or at least a way to
    diagnose and treat traumatic brain injuries more easily
    and quickly? Interview Dr. Paul Wand to hear about the
    “Wand Protocol” that could do all that and more. He,
    along with other private practitioners, has created
    ways to diagnose and treat concussions which if put
    into place, could save the NFL as well as other sports
    where concussions happen on a regular basis. Paul Wand,
    M.D., P.A., has been a medical doctor for 35 years
    specializing in the field of neurology. He’s the author
    of “The Concussion Cure: 3 Proven Methods to Heal Your
    Brain.” Contact Dr. Wand at (954) 743-5380;
    PWand@rtirguests.com

    17. == > How to Raise Boys to Respect Women

    As a single dad of two young boys, Pastor Eric
    Hawthorne is especially aware of the pressures young
    males face to be one of the boys when it comes to how
    they treat girls. “That’s why it’s crucial for boys to
    have dads and other strong male role models who set
    examples about how to respect women,” he says. Pastor
    Eric can share tips for how to raise boys to be
    gentlemen in this complex modern age. He is the second-
    generation pastor of Daystar Deliverance Ministries in
    Richardson, Texas, and the author of the upcoming book
    “Are You Ready For Marriage?” Contact him at (214)
    225-0769; EHawthorne@rtirguests.com

    18. ==> Conversation Crisis: How Convenience Has Ruined Connection

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

    19. ==> 10 Tips to Help Moms Make Room for their Dreams

    Moms are always busy with endless chores, overwhelmed
    with to-do lists, and burned out at the end of the day.
    We put our kids first and often times ignore our dreams
    and passions in life in order to take care of everyone
    else in the family. But with the right strategy, can we
    possibly make the time to pursue our goals? Invite
    children’s author and mom of three Rosie J. Pova to
    share 10 tips on following your passions without giving
    up. She can tell your audience how to get started, how
    to stay motivated even after multiple setbacks, and how
    to overcome failure. She is the author of several
    children’s books including her latest picture book,
    “Sarah’s Song.” Pova has been featured on radio and in
    print. Contact her at (214) 225-0856;
    RPova@rtirguests.com

    20. ==> This Guest Enjoys 3 Free Cruises a Year (and You Can Too)

    Fifteen years ago when she retired, Cynthia Barnett had
    a fantasy: she wanted to enjoy cruising without having
    to pay for it and she figured out how to do exactly
    that! Cynthia has cruised to Alaska, Hawaii, Europe,
    and the Caribbean without paying a thing; for example,
    during a two-week cruise, she enjoys all the cruise
    ship amenities (gourmet food, a single inside room
    cabin, etc.) in exchange for giving four less than an
    hour talks on topics that interest her such as
    Caribbean festivals or female pirates. She can tell
    your audience that entertaining guests during days on
    the high sea are a priority for cruise lines and coming
    up with topics to lecture about is not as hard as you
    might think. Cynthia can talk about how she got
    started, what equipment you would need, and how to get
    your foot in the cabin door if you have never done this
    before. Cynthia Barnett, Ph.D., is the author of “I’m
    Not Done Yet and You Shouldn’t Be Either,” a book that
    inspires people to make the most out of their
    retirement years. She’s been featured in the Wall
    Street Journal and Time magazine and other media and is
    the recipient of the inaugural AARP Purpose Prize,
    which recognizes people over 50 who have “used their
    wisdom and experience to revitalize their lives and
    make the world a better place.” Barnett earned a
    doctorate in leadership from Teachers College, Columbia
    University. Contact her at (203) 807-3321;
    drcynthiabarnett@gmail.com

  • 02/11/20 RTIR Newsletter: Economic Impact of the Coronavirus, Weird White House Stories, Success Tips

    February 11, 2020

    01. Blacks for Bloomberg
    02. Great Presidents Day Show – Weirdest White House Antics
    03. Actor Offers Valentine’s Day Advice for the Broken-Hearted
    04. Connect On a New Level This Valentine’s Day
    05. Don’t Forget to Love Yourself too!
    06. Fed Expert on Economic Impact of Coronavirus
    07. Worried about Coronavirus? ‘Regular’ Flu Almost Killed This Guest
    08. How the Government is Bungling the Opioid Crisis
    09. What Kobe Bryant’s Death Tells Us about Heroes
    10. Are Women Their Own Worst Enemies at Work?
    11. Nowhere to Run in Next Financial Crisis
    12. The Global Consequences of Africa’s Poverty
    13. 11 Creative Ways to Tie the Knot without Spending a Lot
    14. Former Clutter Queen’s Secrets for Living More with Less
    15. Burnout Nearly Killed Her: Exec Shares Stress-less Success Tips
    16. Why Positive Thinking Doesn’t Always Work
    17. How to Say No! (and Still Be Liked)
    18. Consumer Alert: Billions Lost Due to Insurance Policy Lapse
    19. The Luckiest Families Have Super-Grandparents
    20. Bigfoot and Aliens: A Real-Life Adventure Story

    1.==> Blacks for Bloomberg

    There are growing signs that black support for Mike
    Bloomberg in 2020 could be a mirror image of white
    support for Trump in 2016 when voters who didn’t want
    to admit their decision to pollsters nonetheless pulled
    the lever for him. Invite Christina Greer on your show
    to discuss why the former New York City mayor may be
    gaining momentum among blacks even with his legacy of
    stop-and-frisk policies and his “luxury product” vision
    of New York that led to less affordable housing and
    more homelessness. Christina Greer is an associate
    professor of political science at Fordham University
    Lincoln Center (Manhattan) campus. Her research and
    teaching focus on American politics, black ethnic
    politics, urban politics, quantitative methods,
    Congress, New York City and New York State politics,
    campaigns and elections, and public opinion. She is a
    commentator on MSNBC, NY1, and WNYC, and co-host of the
    FAQ NYC podcast. Contact her at posc@fordham.edu or
    @Dr_CMGreer

    2. ==> Great Presidents Day Show – Weirdest White House
    Antics

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

    3. ==> Actor Offers Valentine’s Day Advice for the
    Brokenhearted

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

    4. ==> Connect On a New Level This Valentine’s Day

    Let’s face it, Valentine’s Day is a high-pressure
    holiday, and we all feel like we have to make it
    special. Most of us will be relying on the old
    standards of candlelit dinners, flowers, and candy but
    are they just becoming boring and stale? What better
    time to ramp up your romance with a proven technique to
    make your relationship extremely passionate and
    intimately loving for this special day? Invite James
    Beard to reveal how to connect with your partner on
    another level and develop special intimacy in your
    relationship. Learn three sexy breathing tips to add
    more passion, the importance of letting go and
    forgiveness, and the three essential connections to a
    healthy relationship. Beard is certified in yoga,
    qigong and bioenergy healing and is a licensed massage
    therapist and holistic health practitioner. A
    breathwork expert with 27 years of experience, he is
    the author of four books, including “Thirteen Breaths
    to Intimacy: Breathwork for Lovers.” Contact him at
    (858) 384-2616; jamesisbreathing@gmail.com

    5. ==> Don’t Forget to Love Yourself Too!

    Romance is often the focus of Valentine’s Day, but
    Joffre McClung reminds us to celebrate love in all
    forms, including the relationship we have with
    ourselves. Invite this personal growth expert to share
    why self-love is so important and why so many people
    suffer from a lack of it. “Women tend to put everyone
    in their life before themselves. Children. Parents.
    Spouses. We take care of those we love and tend to our
    own needs last, if at all, because we feel it’s
    selfish.” Joffre will explain how self-love forms the
    lens through which we experience the world, what
    happens when someone lacks self-love, and how to
    recognize it in yourself and others. She’ll also share
    three things you can do every day that will build your
    sense of self-love and help you be more mindful. Joffre
    McClung has appeared on dozens of radio and TV shows
    and podcasts. She’s a former media producer and
    independent filmmaker. “The Heart of the Matter” is her
    latest book. Contact her at (917) 994-0225;
    JMcClung@rtirguests.com

    6. ==> Fed Expert on Economic Impact of Coronavirus

    Federal Reserve policy and personnel will be in the
    spotlight this week as the global economy continues its
    efforts to grapple with the impact of coronavirus
    outbreak. Fed Chair Jerome Powell will deliver his
    semi-annual testimony before Congress, with the
    economic cost of the rapid spread of the virus likely
    to be one of the issues he’s questioned on. Invite Fed
    expert Danielle DiMartino Booth to discuss Powell’s
    testimony. DiMartino Booth is CEO of Quill Intelligence
    LLC, a research and analytics firm. Prior to that, she
    spent nine years at the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas.
    She is the author of “FED UP: An Insider’s Take on Why
    the Federal Reserve is Bad for America,” a full-time
    columnist for Bloomberg View, and a frequent
    commentator on CNBC, Bloomberg, Fox News, Fox Business
    News, BNN Bloomberg, Yahoo Finance and other major
    media outlets. Contact Johanna Ramos Boyer at (703)
    646-5137; (703) 400-1099 (cell); johanna@jrbcomm.com or
    Erin Bolden at (703) 646-5188

    7. ==> Worried about Coronavirus? ‘Regular’ Flu Almost
    Killed this Guest

    While the world is abuzz about the coronavirus, many
    people forget just how deadly the flu can be, forgoing
    the yearly vaccination. That’s why everyone needs to
    hear the cautionary tale of Charles (Charlie) Gardner,
    who in 2011 came “this close” to losing his life from
    flu complications at age 56, the same age his great-
    great-grandfather was when the flu claimed his life. As
    a result of flu that turned into pneumonia contracted
    while he was on vacation, Charlie suffered 13 strokes,
    organ failure, and a six-week coma. His son and
    daughter were present even when they pulled the plug on
    him. Yet Charlie survived with a great story to share
    that includes miracles, a near-death experience and
    appreciating the life you have even if it isn’t the one
    you expected. Charlie tells his inspiring story in his
    book “Always Remember This Moment.” Contact him at
    (650) 995-5626; charlesgardner@rtirguests.com

    8. ==> How the Government is Bungling the Opioid Crisis

    A recent slight decline in opioid deaths is being
    touted as evidence the government’s current policies
    are working to solve the epidemic but David Hanscom,
    M.D., begs to differ. “The opioid epidemic is getting
    worse. … In fact, current efforts to reduce opioid
    prescribing are exacerbating the problem. Although I
    agree with more careful prescribing practices, it isn’t
    the answer to the epidemic.” Dr. Hanscom will explain
    why doctors can’t solve the issue of chronic pain
    although medical research has identified clear
    solutions that mainstream medicine isn’t implementing.
    Listeners will also discover the real reason people
    turn to opioids and the role family dynamics play in
    chronic pain. David Hanscom, M.D., is a renowned spine
    surgeon, a frequent guest on TV and radio programs and
    a sought-after speaker at medical conferences around
    the world. He’s the author of several books including
    “Back in Control: A Surgeon’s Roadmap Out of Chronic
    Pain.” Contact Beth Grossman at (212) 949-4071;
    bethgrossman555@gmail.com

    9. ==> What Kobe Bryant’s Death Tells Us about Heroes

    Why has the death of a retired basketball player caused
    so much anguish to so many persons? Because human
    beings need heroes–and very often great athletes are
    champions most immediately recognizable to us. If we
    are to understand the impact of Kobe Bryant’s life and
    premature death, we must answer these questions: What
    makes someone a hero? Why do human beings need them?
    Why are great athletes so often looked up to as heroes?
    Andrew Bernstein can help audiences discover the
    answers. He holds a Ph.D. in philosophy from the City
    University of New York. His just-published book is
    “Heroes, Legends, Champions: Why Heroism Matters.” The
    book demonstrates what heroes are, how they are
    distinguished from non-heroes, and why mankind needs
    them. Contact Andrew Bernstein at (845) 219.4566;
    andyswoop@gmail.com

    10. ==> Are Women Their Own Worst Enemies at Work?

    Women talk about the challenges they face in a
    patriarchal society but in reality, women are each
    other’s own worst enemies, often holding each other
    back and sabotaging one another’s careers. Many, if not
    most, career women would agree that the bosses that
    gave them the most grief in their careers were female.
    Why is this the case? Career coach, author and former
    Wall Street executive Tamara Lashchyk discusses these
    issues and gives real-life examples of women who
    vindictively tried to sabotage the career of other
    women, including her own boss, who fired her just two
    days before she retired. She can answer such questions
    as do female bosses treat their male subordinates
    better than their female reports? Is this a
    generational issue and are millennials better at
    supporting other women than baby boomers? What can
    women do to help each other? Tamara’s been interviewed
    by the BBC and featured in Huffington Post. Contact
    Tamara Lashcyk at (848) 373-3543;
    TLashchyk@rtirguests.com

    11. ==> Nowhere to Run in Next Financial Crisis

    With real estate experts, economists, and even online
    real estate company Zillow predicting a recession in
    2020, are property owners prepared to weather the
    coming storm? Invite New York real estate economist and
    appraiser Adam Weber to share why he believes that in
    the next financial crisis there will be nowhere to
    hide. Invite him to discuss how we got here and why the
    upcoming economic crisis will be much worse than the
    past. As a veteran of multiple financial storms, he
    says lenders are currently handing out loans like
    crazy. His book, “The Appraisal Review Survival Guide,”
    reveals insider information on the workings of the
    risky business of making real estate loans. Contact him
    at (917) 779-8177; aweber@rtirguests.com

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

    Why is mere survival so difficult for hundreds of
    millions of Africans despite the continent’s rich
    resources? Are the developed nations, multinational
    corporations, and outside benefactors inadvertently
    contributing to Sub-Saharan Africa’s “bottom billion”
    status with their generosity? How can positive change
    in the region be achieved? Invite Dr. Sylvanus Ayeni to
    discuss the long-term impacts of poverty in Sub-Saharan
    Africa on the rest of the world, and engage in a
    dialogue regarding the misguided benevolence of outside
    sympathizers. Dr. Ayeni, a retired neurosurgeon, was
    born and raised in Nigeria. His latest book, “Rescue
    Thyself: Change in Sub-Saharan Africa Must Come from
    Within,” reveals what many in the West don’t understand
    about the root causes of Sub-Saharan Africa’s plight
    and the steps needed to improve the situation. Dr.
    Ayeni is the president of Pan Africa Children Advocacy
    Watch (PACAW) Inc. Contact him at (301) 812-4579;
    SAyeni@rtirguests.com

    13. ==> 11 Creative Ways to Tie the Knot without
    Spending a Lot

    The average wedding now costs more than $30,000,
    excluding the honeymoon. Or $75,000 if you happen to
    marry in Manhattan. Patricia Davis, the author of
    “Going Broke Is No Joke,” says it’s time we stopped
    equating expensive wedding receptions with happiness
    and longer-lasting marriages and consider her 11
    creative ways to tie the knot without spending a lot
    and still have a fabulous, fun-filled wedding. She
    holds an MBA from Stanford, a master’s degree in
    personal financial planning from Golden Gate University
    and a certificate from Georgetown University’s Stonier
    Graduate School of Banking and Finance. Contact
    Patricia at (301) 517-6304; pdavis@rtirguests.com

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

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

    15. ==> Burnout Nearly Killed Her: Exec Shares Stress-
    less Success Tips

    As a former Fortune 500 executive, Janet McKee is
    acutely familiar with the way most people strive for
    success–by working their butts off. But as someone who
    experienced massive burnout and hit rock bottom in her
    professional and personal lives, McKee is now much
    wiser when it comes to achievement, fulfillment, and
    prosperity; she knows that most of us are going about
    success all wrong. In fact, she has found, reducing
    stress is a requirement for success, not just a nice
    thing to experience. She’ll discuss how to combat
    today’s pervasive negativity and fear, why you
    shouldn’t fight against or try to change limiting
    beliefs, and the only goal you will ever need to
    achieve all that you want. Janet McKee, MBA, CHPC,
    CHHC, is a High-Performance™ success coach, wellness
    expert and CEO of SanaView. Her new book is “Stressless
    Success: The Surprising Secrets to a Life of Passion,
    Purpose, and Prosperity.” Contact her at (724)
    417-6695; janetmariamckee@gmail.com

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

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

    17. ==> How to Say No! (and Still Be Liked)

    Why is it so hard to say “No!” to your mother-in-law?
    Or to your boss when he asks you for the umpteenth time
    to stay late at work? Or to that well-meaning friend
    who, yet again, is expecting you to run the fall
    festival because you are “so great at organizing these
    things.” “It’s easy to start feeling angry and
    resentful when we continually feel we have to say yes
    to things we don’t want to do,” says Jennifer Cochern,
    a seasoned counselor who helps people understand what
    boundaries are, how to create them and how to keep them
    in place … even with that mother-in-law! (A daunting
    task for sure!) Jennifer Cochern, LCPC is the author of
    “Alignment: Move from Internal Chaos to Clarity.” She’s
    worked with hundreds of clients promoting personal
    growth and healthier relationship skills. Contact her
    at (208) 817-2870; JCochern@rtirguests.com

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • 2/6/20 RTIR Newsletter: SOTU, Pairing Wine with Chocolate, Is School Boring?

    February 6, 2020

    01. Fact-Checking Trump’s SOTU Address
    02. Worst-Case Scenario of a Coronavirus Pandemic
    03. Dismantling Environmental Rules Pushes U.S. Back, Not Forward
    04. Journo Who Predicted Trump’s Win Explains His High Approval Rating
    05. Why Women Directors Were Snubbed at Oscars
    06. What Kobe Bryant’s Death Tells Us about Heroes
    07. Legal Loophole Could Give Your Job to a Foreigner
    08. Fun Valentine’s Day Show: Why Does My Partner Do That?
    09. Yes, You Can Buy Love
    10. Pair Wine with Chocolate for Ultimate Valentine’s Day Sensuality
    11. How to Stop Attracting Losers
    12. Could Self-Doubt Be the Key to Your Career Success?
    13. Carrying a Gun for Protection — Hear This Expert
    14. Why is Teen Chronic Pain up 800%?
    15. Kids are Right: School is Boring
    16. Reading Glasses Are Worsening Your Vision
    17. This Guest Enjoys 3 Free Cruises a Year (and You Can Too)
    18. Music to Our Ears: Solving America’s Culture Crisis
    19. Get Healthier by Knowing Your Personality Type
    20. Why Do People Believe in Hell?

    1.==> Fact-Checking Trump’s SOTU Address

    President Trump went on the offensive against socialism
    and left-wing policies during a defiant third State of
    the Union address to Congress Tuesday night but
    according to the group Fact-Check.org, the address
    included false and misleading claims on jobs, wages,
    energy, immigration and more. Trump claimed the economy
    is “the best it has ever been.” But GDP growth fell to
    2.3% last year and economists predict further slowing
    this year. He said he brought about low unemployment by
    reversing “years of economic decay” and “failed
    economic policies,” when in fact over 1 million more
    jobs were added in the 35 months before he took office
    than in the first 35 months since. He also boasted that
    “a long, tall, and very powerful wall is being built”
    along the southern border, and more than 100 miles have
    been completed. But only one mile is located where no
    barriers previously existed. Fact-Check.org, a project
    of the Annenberg Public Policy Center at the University
    of Pennsylvania, is a nonpartisan, nonprofit consumer
    advocate group that monitors the factual accuracy of
    what is said by major U.S. political players in the
    form of TV ads, debates, speeches, interviews and news
    releases. Contact Eugene Kiely, director of
    FactCheck.org, at (215) 573-7070; (215) 898-9400 or
    Editor@FactCheck.org

    2. ==> Worst-Case Scenario of a Coronavirus Pandemic

    Amid furious efforts to stem the tide of the expanding
    coronavirus outbreak, health officials are soberly
    preparing for the growing risk of a worldwide pandemic.
    Increasingly, some experts say, the question is a
    simple one: How ugly will this get? “I think at this
    point, containment is already a lost cause,” says
    Michael Osterholm, director of the Center for
    Infectious Disease Research and Policy at the
    University of Minnesota. Osterholm’s comments echo grim
    realism from health officials at the Centers for
    Disease Control and Prevention. Although the disease’s
    severity appears to be lower than once feared,
    Osterholm says the 2019 novel coronavirus’s
    transmission patterns so far are reminiscent of
    influenza. “We can surely minimize transmission in
    health-care facilities and some public spaces. But
    beyond that, this virus is going to kind of do what it
    damn pleases,” he says. Contact Michael Osterholm at
    (612) 626-6770; mto@umn.edu

    3. ==> Dismantling Environmental Rules Pushes U.S.
    Back, Not Forward

    No one should want the United States to return to the
    days of free-flowing industrial pollution, of dead
    waterways and poisoned birds, when science and society
    didn’t fully understand how large-scale environmental
    destruction happens and how to stop it. And yet, Peter
    Groffman, Ph.D., says that’s essentially where the
    Trump administration is taking us with newly
    implemented rules that dismantle decades of
    environmental protections. “The rules, which went into
    effect last Thursday, allow all sorts of pollutants to
    be dumped into our wetlands, seasonal streams,
    waterways that temporarily flow underground and
    transient streams that result from rain and snowfall.
    These waterways ultimately feed into the larger bodies
    that provide much of our drinking water.” Dr. Groffman
    says removing their protection creates a real and
    urgent danger to our health and environment. Dr. Peter
    Groffman is a professor at the Advanced Science
    Research Center at The Graduate Center of The City
    University of New York. Contact him at (212) 413-3143;
    pgroffman@gc.cuny.edu

    4.==> Journo Who Predicted Trump’s Win Explains His
    High Approval Rating

    Some may be surprised by Donald Trump’s approval
    rating, which is at an all-time high right now. But not
    Nita Wiggins. The journalism professor and former
    journalist predicted Donald Trump’s win back in October
    2015, 13 months before the election, reading the signs
    of a political shift. But what does she see happening
    in 2020? How does President Trump defy all previous
    election taboos? Why do his backers stay, despite sex
    scandals, impeachment, and warmongering? What does Nita
    see clearly that political reporting fails to report?
    Nita will help your audience avoid election-mania,
    misinformation, and “shiny object” reporting, and stay
    sane throughout the impeachment trial fallout and the
    primary voting season. She worked from coast-to-coast
    for 21 years as a TV reporter and anchor, and she is
    the author of “Civil Rights Baby: My Story of Race,
    Sports and Breaking Barriers in American Journalism.”
    Nita now teaches journalism in Paris, France. Contact
    her at NWiggins@rtirguests.com

    5. ==> Why Women Directors Were Snubbed at Oscars

    When the 2020 Academy Award winners are announced on
    Sunday, acclaimed female directors such as Greta Gerwig
    (‘Little Women’) and Lulu Wang (‘The Farewell’) will be
    conspicuously absent. “Despite the progress Hollywood
    has made in hiring women to direct blockbuster films,
    unfortunately, women directors still face an uphill
    battle to get projects that are film awards contenders
    due to the type of films they are hired to direct,”
    says director Kailin Gow. She can share how women can
    break through the glass ceiling in this and other male-
    dominated industries. She is a director/filmmaker and
    the founder of Sparklesoup Inc. and an internationally
    recognized, multi-award-winning bestselling author who
    has sold over 5.5 million books. Contact Kailin at
    KGow@rtirguests.com; (617) 582-2121

    6. ==> What Kobe Bryant’s Death Tells Us about Heroes

    Why has the death of a retired basketball player caused
    so much anguish to so many persons? Because human
    beings need heroes–and very often great athletes are
    champions most immediately recognizable to us. If we
    are to understand the impact of Kobe Bryant’s life and
    premature death, we must answer these questions: What
    makes someone a hero? Why do human beings need them?
    Why are great athletes so often looked up to as heroes?
    Andrew Bernstein can help audiences discover the
    answers. He holds a Ph.D. in philosophy from the City
    University of New York. His just-published book is
    “Heroes, Legends, Champions: Why Heroism Matters.” The
    book demonstrates what heroes are, how they are
    distinguished from non-heroes, and why mankind needs
    them. Contact Andrew Bernstein at (845) 219.4566;
    andyswoop@gmail.com

    7. ==> Legal Loophole Could Give Your Job to a
    Foreigner

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

    8. ==> Fun Valentine’s Day Show: Why Does My Partner Do
    That?

    This Valentine’s Day can be a game-changer for the
    couples in your audience if you book clinical
    psychologist Dr. Stacy Dicker as soon as possible.
    That’s because Stacy can offer fresh insights using a
    combination of psychology and astrology that can bring
    couples closer no matter how long they’ve been dating
    or married. Want to know why your mate does what he or
    she does that drives you crazy? Hear ways that they are
    like you or different than you that you hadn’t
    considered? Find out from the author of “Psychstrology:
    Apply the Wisdom of the Cosmos to Gain Balance and
    Improve Your Relationships.” Stacy Dicker, Ph.D., is a
    psychologist who has been working with clients for 20
    years using astrology as her secret sauce. She taught
    psychotherapy courses to upper-level psychology majors
    at the University of Colorado, Boulder, for nearly ten
    years. Contact her at (720) 327-1732;
    sldicker@yahoo.com

    9. ==> Yes, You Can Buy Love

    Sure, the Beatles said that “money can’t buy me love”
    and most of us assume that the Beatles knew what they
    were singing about. But according to Barry Shore, you
    can buy love—the real, authentic good stuff—as long as
    you apply his simple ASK formula. In time for
    Valentine’s Day, let Barry, a former quadriplegic
    turned happiness expert, share the three things you
    need to do so that in “in the end, the love you take is
    equal to the love you make.” Shore’s mission is
    spreading the joy of being alive no matter what
    adversities people face. He hosts The Joy of Living
    radio program and podcast and has been featured in or
    appeared on O Magazine, Fox, NBC, ABC, and Forbes.
    Contact him at (310) 770-4685; barry@barryshore.com

    10. ==> Pair Wine with Chocolate for Ultimate
    Valentine’s Day Sensuality

    Let’s be honest, we’ve all given or received a box of
    chocolates on Valentine’s Day. Hopefully to, or from,
    someone very special. Yet how many of those heartfelt
    offerings do we really remember? Mmm … none? But with
    the assistance of some well-chosen wine, we can all
    create a stellar tasting experience that will be etched
    in our sweetie’s memory for years to come. Let wine
    guru Jim Laughren, CWE, show your audience how to set
    the stage for a delicious and memorable Valentine’s Day
    after-dinner snuggle-up. He will discuss the long and
    remarkable relationship between wine and chocolate and
    how we can pair this sensuous twosome for maximum
    delight. Contact Jim at (954) 317-9623;
    JLaughren@rtirguests.com

    11. ==> How to Stop Attracting Losers

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

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

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

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

    Your neighbors, co-workers and friends are among
    today’s millions of responsible gun owners. Many more
    (perhaps yourself) are considering gun ownership in
    this era of mass killings, home invasions and attacks.
    Invite Chris Bird to educate you and your audience
    about gun safety and self-defense. A sought-after
    expert on gun rights and personal protection, Chris can
    answer: Why are methods of observation as important as
    one’s weapon? What steps help you survive a public
    shooting? What are his insights about recent attacks at
    schools, workplaces, community events and places of
    worship? With 30+ years of firearm safety experience,
    Chris Bird is the author of several books including
    “Surviving a Mass Killer Rampage,” “The Concealed
    Handgun Manual” and “Thank God I Had a Gun!” Have your
    listeners call in during the interview with their gun
    questions. Contact Chris Bird at (210) 686-4440;
    cbird@rtirguests.com

    14. ==> Why is Teen Chronic Pain up 800%?

    When you think of chronic pain you are likely to
    imagine older people whose bodies have broken down over
    time—not teens. Let David Hanscom, M.D., share a topic
    you’ve probably never heard before as he reveals why
    teenage chronic emotional and physical pain is robbing
    America of its future, having risen more than 800% in
    the last ten years. But he does have good news: the
    anxiety that is fueling young people’s pain can be
    dealt with and he’ll share ways the body’s stress
    chemicals can be reduced, and what we should be
    teaching children in elementary school that would be
    game-changing. Dr. Hanscom is an orthopedic spine
    surgeon who quit his surgical practice to teach
    patients and medical practitioners how to solve chronic
    pain. His most recent book is “Do You Really Need Spine
    Surgery?” Contact him at (206) 890-1892;
    david@backincontrol.com

    15. ==> Kids are Right: School is Boring

    It’s no surprise that so many kids complain about
    school being boring. Between mandated tests and
    outdated teaching methods, many students would rather
    be anywhere than in a school classroom. How do we
    maintain the intrinsic motivation students bring with
    them to kindergarten for all 13 years of K-12
    education? Lee Jenkins says there is no limit to what
    schools can accomplish when students are still
    motivated like they once were in kindergarten. Invite
    him on your show to discuss how this is possible with
    examples from all grade levels and subjects. Lee
    Jenkins has been an educator and administrator both in
    public schools and universities. He’s the author of
    “How to Create a Perfect School,” with a foreword by
    Jack Canfield. Contact him at (484) 306-8784;
    LJenkins@rtirguests.com

    16. ==> Reading Glasses Are Worsening Your Vision

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

    17. ==> This Guest Enjoys 3 Free Cruises a Year (and
    You Can Too)

    Fifteen years ago when she retired, Cynthia Barnett had
    a fantasy: she wanted to enjoy cruising without having
    to pay for it and she figured out how to do exactly
    that! Cynthia has cruised to Alaska, Hawaii, Europe,
    and the Caribbean without paying a thing; for example,
    during a two-week cruise, she enjoys all the cruise
    ship amenities (gourmet food, a single inside room
    cabin, etc.) in exchange for giving four less than an
    hour talks on topics that interest her such as
    Caribbean festivals or female pirates. She can tell
    your audience that entertaining guests during days on
    the high sea are a priority for cruise lines and coming
    up with topics to lecture about is not as hard as you
    might think. Cynthia can talk about how she got
    started, what equipment you would need, and how to get
    your foot in the cabin door if you have never done this
    before. Cynthia Barnett, Ph.D., is the author of “I’m
    Not Done Yet and You Shouldn’t Be Either,” a book that
    inspires people to make the most out of their
    retirement years. She’s been featured in the Wall
    Street Journal and Time magazine and other media and is
    the recipient of the inaugural AARP Purpose Prize,
    which recognizes people over 50 who have “used their
    wisdom and experience to revitalize their lives and
    make the world a better place.” Barnett earned a
    doctorate in leadership from Teachers College, Columbia
    University. Contact her at
    (203) 807-3321; drcynthiabarnett@gmail.com

    18. ==> Music to Our Ears: Solving America’s Culture
    Crisis

    If life is like a symphony, then Gerald Leonard
    believes we’re a little out of tune these days. The
    professional musician, management consultant and
    culture change expert says America is currently having
    a culture crisis in politics, business and society. “In
    order to change our national values, we first must
    change our vision,” he says. “If truth is really valued
    then we must make it more important than the expediency
    of just getting ahead through politics. If our vision
    and values are off, then we will continue to have a
    negative culture.” Leonard will discuss the seven
    principles that can be used to create any
    culture—including at the highest levels of government
    —and how they can be applied to change our national
    culture. Gerald Leonard is president and CEO of
    Principles of Execution, a strategic project portfolio
    management and IT governance consulting practice. He is
    the author of “Culture Is The Bass: 7 Steps to Creating
    High Performing Teams.” Contact him at (443) 622-4740;
    Gerald@Principlesofexecution.com

    19. ==> How Your Personality Type Affects Your Health

    Changing bad habits is tough, but wellness expert
    Nathalie Beauchamp, D.C., IFMCP, says knowing your
    personality type can help ease the struggle to change
    habits—especially those that relate to your health.
    Invite Dr. Nathalie to share four core personality
    types that come into play when changing health habits
    and why each requires a different approach. “People who
    are detail-oriented require all the facts before
    beginning a program. They’re not going to jump on board
    the latest health trend until they have consulted
    professionals and done the research. But if they’re not
    careful they can suffer from analysis paralysis.”
    She’ll reveal the four personality types, the hidden
    motivators behind them, and how to keep your
    personality type from getting in the way of your health
    goals. Dr. Nathalie is a chiropractor, a former
    professional natural figure/bodybuilder, a wellness
    consultant, speaker, and radio and TV personality.
    She’s the author of “Hack Your Health Habits: Simple
    Action-Driven, Natural Health Solutions for People On
    the Go!” Contact her at (613) 852-1770;
    drnathalie@drnathaliebeauchamp.com

    20. ==> Why Do People Believe in Hell?

    Eternal damnation vs. eternal salvation. Notre Dame
    theologian David Bentley Hart’s recent New York Times
    op-ed on the subject challenges the “historical
    validity, biblical origins, philosophical cogency and
    moral sanity of the standard Christian teaching on the
    matter of eternal damnation.” Invite Dr. Hart for a
    controversial discussion about why he believes so many
    people believe in hell. “People rejoice in the thought
    of hell to the precise degree that they harbor hell
    within themselves. I believe heaven and hell alike are
    both within us all, in varying degrees, and that for
    some, the idea of hell is the treasury of the most
    secret, most cherished hopes — the hopes of being
    proved right when so many were wrong, of being admired
    when so many are despised, of being envied when so many
    have been scorned.” David Bentley Hart, Ph.D., is an
    Eastern Orthodox scholar of religion, a philosopher,
    writer, and cultural commentator, and a Templeton
    Fellow at the University of Notre Dame Institute of
    Advanced Study. His latest book is “That All Shall Be
    Saved: Heaven, Hell, and Universal Salvation.” Contact
    Johanna Ramos Boyer at (703) 646-5137; (703) 400-1099
    (cell); johanna@jrbcomm.com or Erin Bolden at (703)
    646-5188