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  • 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

  • 02/04/20 RTIR Newsletter: Spicing Up Valentine’s Day, Sloppy Record Keeping, Royal Family Drama

    February 4, 2020

    01. Coronavirus Poses 3 Tests for Global Public Health
    02. Iowa Caucuses, Primary Season and Voting Issues
    03. How Do Americans View Impeachment?
    04. TV Legal Expert on His Mother’s Connection to Hitler’s Suicide
    05. Sexy Tips to Spice Up Valentine’s Day
    06. #MeToo Needn’t Ruin Valentine’s Day
    07. How to Attract Your Soul Mate
    08. Royal Family Drama, Just like Yours
    09. What Dooms Most Grads to Slave Wages and Drudge Jobs
    10. Is Your Boss Crossing the Line? (and How to Recognize Fraud)
    11. Why Self-Esteem is a Destructive Myth
    12. The Link Between Porn and Human Trafficking
    13. Could Sloppy Record-Keeping Cost You Your Life?
    14. You Don’t Know Beans about Pain (and Neither Do Most Docs)
    15. Doc Reveals How Carbs Can Make You Drunk!
    16. This Sugar Witch Helps You Overpower Your Sugar Habit
    17. ‘Death Speaks to Me!’ Says the Undertaker’s Daughter
    18. How to Raise Boys to Respect Women
    19. Teachers Are Burned-Out, Worn-Out and Ready to Get Out
    20. Are We Living in The Matrix?

    1.==> Coronavirus Poses 3 Tests for Global Public Health

    The rapid spread of the Wuhan coronavirus, which the
    World Health Organization declared a global health
    emergency last Thursday, is immediately testing the
    multilateral system’s capacity to respond to a
    pandemic. Stewart Patrick says, “Preserving global
    public health depends in large part on three things:
    timely and credible action by governments where
    outbreaks occur; firm direction and leadership from the
    WHO in coordinating international responses; and
    responsible behavior by other nations that naturally
    want to protect their own citizens from disease.” He
    says the coming weeks will reveal whether China, other
    governments and the WHO have learned their lessons from
    past pandemics, including Severe Acute Respiratory
    Syndrome, or SARS, in 2002 and 2003 and of Ebola in
    West Africa in 2014, and implemented needed reforms.
    Stewart Patrick is a senior fellow in global governance
    and director of the International Institutions and
    Global Governance Program at the Council on Foreign
    Relations. He’s the author of several books including
    “The Sovereignty Wars: Reconciling America with the
    World.” He also writes the blog, The Internationalist.
    Contact him at spatrick@cfr.org; @StewartMPatrick

    2. ==> Iowa Caucuses, Primary Season and Voting Issues

    After a year of campaigning, the first votes were cast
    in the 2020 presidential primaries yesterday. Invite
    Rob Richie, president of FairVote, a nonpartisan
    electoral reform organization, to discuss how the Iowa
    caucus process works and how to improve the way we
    elect our leaders. He’ll explain ranked-choice ballots
    where voters rank candidates in order of choice, early
    voting and why it matters, and other election-related
    issues, including changes to voting we’ll see this
    year. He says, “One of the year’s most encouraging
    developments is that early Democratic voters in Nevada
    and all Democratic voters in Alaska, Hawaii, Kansas and
    Wyoming will cast ranked-choice ballots in their party-
    run presidential contests.” Contact Ron Richie at
    rr@fairvote.org, @FairVote or Emily Risch at
    erisch@fairvote.org; (301) 270-4616

    3. ==> How Do Americans View Impeachment?

    The impeachment hearings will be over this week, and
    while nobody expects to be shocked by the verdict, some
    Americans may be surprised at how their neighbors and
    coworkers view the proceedings. Janna Fite Herbison
    says, “Most Americans who aren’t inside the D.C.
    beltway or don’t work in New York media are no longer
    keeping up with the details of impeachment.” Herbison,
    a former television news reporter and press secretary,
    says the way Americans view the impeachment varies
    greatly based on culture, geography and or political
    leanings. She adds, “To conduct an impeachment right
    before the holidays because it was urgent — then let
    it acquire dust in Congress for a month — was not the
    best strategy for Democrats or Speaker Pelosi.
    Especially with the upcoming election. It sent the
    wrong signal to everyday Americans: this isn’t about
    the Constitution. It’s politics as usual.” Janna Fite
    Herbison is the author of “Southern in The City: A
    Mason-Dixon View of Manhattan.” Contact her at (901)
    568-2080; jfherbison@gmail.com

    4.==> TV Legal Expert on His Mother’s Connection to Hitler’s Suicide

    Seventy-five years after the end of World War II and
    the liberation of Auschwitz, journalist, TV personality
    and law professor Stan Goldman says he’s uncovered the
    reason for Adolf Hitler’s suicide … and it’s directly
    related to his mother! As the war was winding down,
    Goldman’s mother was working in the concentration camp.
    He says she would almost certainly have died there if
    not for one man’s negotiation with Heinrich Himmler.
    Seeing the end of the war and realizing what would
    happen to him, Himmler made a deal to release some
    Jewish women, Goldman’s mother among them. Goldman will
    explain how the release led to Hitler’s suicide, the
    Holocaust’s lingering effects on his mother and him,
    and why he believes it’s important to share stories of
    the Holocaust now. Stanley Goldman is a professor of
    criminal and evidence law at Loyola Law School. Earlier
    in his career, he covered The Scott Peterson, O.J.
    Simpson, Michael Jackson and Timothy McVey trials as
    well as the Clinton Impeachment. He was also Fox News’
    on-air legal correspondent for more than a decade. His
    new book is “Left to the Mercy of a Rude Stream: The
    Bargain That Broke Adolf Hitler and Saved My Mother.”
    Contact Harlan Boll at harlan@bhbpr.com

    5. ==> Sexy Tips to Spice Up 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 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

    6. ==> #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

    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. ==> Royal Family Drama, Just like Yours

    The world is obsessed with Megxit, the royal ruckus
    involving Prince Harry and Meghan splitting their time
    between Britain and North America and stepping back
    from royal family duties. You don’t need to be a prince
    or princess to understand the situation, according to
    international communications expert Leeza Steindorf.
    She says the couple simply want some space for their
    family. “Whatever their bloodlines are, or are not,
    whatever their cultural histories, they are, in the
    end, simply a man and a woman committed to their
    marriage, to championing good causes and to raising a
    family in today’s crazy world.” Having spent most of
    her life married to a European as an American overseas,
    and the better part of two decades straddling a
    professional and family life on both sides of the
    Atlantic Ocean, Steindorf says one thing is clear.
    “This is not a conversation about royalty and loyalty.
    It is a conversation about making healthy relationships
    and families work in the globally connected world of
    today.” An international communications expert
    specializing in peace education in schools, Steindorf
    won national acclaim in Europe for the CORE Success
    program that she designed after a school shooting in
    Germany. Contact her at (541) 550- 0451;
    Leeza@CoreSuccess.com

    9. ==> 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

    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. ==> Why Self-Esteem is a Destructive Myth

    Few concepts seem as warm and fuzzy as self-esteem. But
    it is much different than having confidence in one’s
    abilities. David Hanscom, M.D., will share with your
    listeners why “self-esteem is one of the most damaging
    concepts ever propagated.” Invite him on your show to
    explain four ways the omnipresent self-esteem movement
    is harmful. You’ll learn that while anxiety and
    depression are necessary parts of life they can be
    modulated, and ways we all can live our best possible
    lives. 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. ==> 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 porn videos by three adult
    film producers. The women answered a Craigslist ad for
    models offering $5,000 to “pretty, preppy college-type
    girls,” who were then forced to perform in sex 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

    13. ==> 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

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

    If something is painful does it automatically mean it
    is harmful? Is it better to fight pain or outsmart it?
    What does CBT stand for? How can practicing it lessen
    pain? What can you do now to avoid developing long-term
    pain later? Get the answers from Trevor Campbell, M.D.,
    a family physician who studied medicine at the
    University of Cape Town, South Africa, before
    immigrating to Canada, where he became interested in
    treatments for chronic pain. He has worked in
    multidisciplinary pain management and opioids reduction
    programs and has served as 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

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

    Excess carbs aren’t just bad for your waistline and
    overall health. Foods such as 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 we can 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

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

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

    17. ==> “Death Speaks to Me!” Says the Undertaker’s Daughter

    While growing up in a Midwestern funeral home where her
    dad was an undertaker, Margo Lenmark received many
    messages about life from those who died. “I received
    messages that changed how I live,” she says. She has a
    lot to say about death and the gifts people give when
    they leave this earth. Margo will reveal her journeys
    to the other side, and the important messages she
    received about life from the deceased. She is the
    author of “Light in the Mourning: Memoirs of an
    Undertaker’s Daughter,” which has received glowing
    reviews from a number of prominent authors and
    spiritual leaders, including Deepak Chopra. Contact
    Margo at MLenmark@rtirguests.com; (484) 928-7824

    18. ==> 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

    19. ==> 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

    20. ==> Are We Living in The Matrix?

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

  • 01/28/20 RTIR Newsletter: Kobe’s Crash, Financial Crisis, Spirituality and Wellness

    January 28, 2020

    01. Helicopter Cameraman on Kobe Crash
    02. Comedian Maria Bamford: Mental Health Hilarity
    03. Behind Impeachment Drawings: Interview a Reportage Artist
    04. Pair Wine with Chocolate for Ultimate Valentine’s Day Sensuality
    05. How to Attract Your Soul Mate
    06. Yes, You Can Buy Love
    07. Nowhere to Run in Next Financial Crisis
    08. Music to Our Ears: Solving America’s Culture Crisis
    09. Why ‘Safe’ Everyday Products May Be Making You Sicker
    10. Bigfoot and Aliens: A Real-Life Adventure Story
    11. Could Self-Doubt Be the Key to Your Career Success?
    12. Get Healthier by Knowing Your Personality Type
    13. Consumer Alert: Billions Lost Due to Insurance Policy Lapse
    14. The Global Consequences of Africa’s Poverty
    15. This Guest Enjoys 3 Free Cruises a Year (and You Can Too)
    16. Former Clutter Queen’s Secrets for Living More with Less
    17. How to Choose Healthy When You Crave Comfort
    18. Prince Harry Is Like All Children Everywhere
    19. Spirituality — The Missing Link for Wellness?
    20. Moms, Make Room for Your Dreams: 10 Tips to Stay the Course

    1.==> Helicopter Cameraman on Kobe Crash

    Millions are mourning the sudden death of 41-year old
    NBA great Kobe Bryant, his 13-year old daughter, and
    seven others killed when their helicopter crashed
    enroute to a basketball game in Calabasas, California.
    David Arnold, a veteran airborne photographer covered
    many of Kobe Bryant’s basketball games at the Staples
    Center. He’s also flown over the area where Kobe’s
    aircraft crashed while working on TV and films. Arnold
    says the tragedy involved the same type of helicopter
    Donald Trump has been flying for years, adding that it
    has two jet engines like an airliner, and a very good
    30-year safety record. David Arnold is an Emmy Award-
    winning airborne cinematographer and the author of two
    “Help from Above” books. Contact him at (818) 275-8676;
    DArnold@rtirguests.com

    2. ==> Comedian Maria Bamford: Mental Health Hilarity

    Listeners will recognize Maria Bamford as a stand-up
    comic, actress and voice-over artist best-known for her
    self-depreciating humor and jokes about her
    dysfunctional family and her mental health issues. Book
    her to discuss her brutally honest and hysterically
    funny new stand-up special “Weakness is the Brand.” The
    hour of mental health inspired hilarity debuts today,
    January 28 on the Comedy Dynamics Network and was
    called one of the top cultural events this month by The
    New York Times, and a “gift to us all” by Vulture.
    Contact Hannah Schwartz at (718) 522-7171;
    hschwartz@shorefire.com

    3. ==> Behind Impeachment Drawings: Interview a Reportage Artist

    Views of the Senate chamber during President Trump’s
    impeachment trial are limited by restrictive TV camera
    rules so courtroom reportage artists are there to
    capture the essence of what’s going on. As a reportage
    artist for ABC and CBS network news, Lynn Matsuoka
    covered many court trials, most notably as a court
    illustrator for the Watergate hearings. Legendary
    designer and artist Milton Glaser called Matsuoka
    “probably the greatest living reportage artist.” Invite
    her to share what it’s like to be an eyewitness to
    history while using your artistry to convey the
    courtroom scene to the public. Lynn Matsuoka is
    internationally known for her drawings and paintings of
    Japan’s sumo and Kabuki traditions. Her fashion
    illustrations have appeared in the Wall Street Journal,
    Time, and Business Week and other publications. Contact
    her at (808) 479-5966; artist@hamptonsartist.com

    4. ==> 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

    5. ==> 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 upcoming book is “The
    Answer: How to Change Your Life and Make Your Dreams
    Come True.” Contact him at (878) 203-8231;
    AGoran@rtirguests.com

    6. ==> 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

    7. ==> 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

    8. ==> 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

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

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

    10. ==> 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

    11. ==> 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

    12. ==> Get Healthier by Knowing Your Personality Type

    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

    13. ==> 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 in 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

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

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

    15. ==> 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

    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, 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 the #1 Amazon bestseller
    “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

    17. ==> How to Choose Healthy When You Crave Comfort

    We’re in the middle of winter and millions of us are
    not only more sedentary, we’re feeling downright
    sluggish. We’re eating foods we think will give us
    comfort in the cold, but they really aren’t 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’s been
    honored by the Johns Hopkins University Center for a
    Livable Future. Contact Dr. Ed Dodge at (484) 259-9887;
    edodge@rtirguests.com

    18. ==> 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

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

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

    20. ==> Moms, Make Room for Your Dreams: 10 Tips to Stay the Course

    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

  • 1/23/20 RTIR Newsletter: Legal Loopholes, Winter Anxiety, Outsmarting Pain

    January 23, 2020

    01. How Do Americans View Impeachment?
    02. Journalist Explains Why Trump Supporters Hold On
    03. The Sports Princess on Super Bowl 54
    04. Why Do People Believe in Hell?
    05. Acting Coach – How to Get into the Biz
    06. And You Thought the White House Couldn’t Get Any Weirder
    07. 10 Years After SCOTUS’ Controversial Citizens United Ruling
    08. Will You Lose Your Job to This Legal Loophole?
    09. The Factor That Dooms Most College Students
    10. Kids are Right: School is Boring
    11. 5 Things You Can Do to Outsmart Pain
    12. Carrying a Gun for Protection — Hear This Expert
    13. Be an Office Hero: Run THE Perfect Meeting
    14. Simple, Powerful Approach to Addiction
    15. Find Your Bliss and Set Goals
    16. How to Take God Seriously
    17. Overcome Winter Anxiety
    18. Could You Be Failing at Resting?
    19. 10 Tips to Breathe Better Today
    20. 5 Reasons You Should Write a Book Now

    1.==> How Do Americans View Impeachment?

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

    2. ==> 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
    trial, the fallout, and the primary voting season. She
    worked from coast-to-coast for 21 years as a TV
    reporter and anchor and 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

    3. ==> The Sports Princess on Super Bowl 54

    The 49ers will play the Chiefs in this year’s Super
    Bowl, marking the first time they’ve met in the big
    game. Ahead of Super Bowl Sunday, bring Kate Delaney on
    your show to share her view on who will win the
    championship, facts and figures about the game, and
    tips for football novices who’d like to participate in
    Super Bowl conversations! Delaney has interviewed over
    12,000 people in 20 years in her radio and television
    career. She’s covered 15 Super Bowls, 10 U.S. Opens, 15
    Final Fours, World Series Games, and a plethora of
    sporting events. Known as “The Sports Princess,” her
    new book-is “Deal Your Own Destiny.” Contact Mark
    Goldman at (516) 639-0988 (text/call);
    mark@goldmanmccormick.com

    4.==> 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

    5. ==> Acting Coach – How to Get into the Biz

    Award-winning actor, filmmaker, best-selling author and
    acclaimed acting coach Matt Newton has worked with such
    celebrities as Aziz Ansari, Elaine Hendrix, Gus
    Kenworthy and Lisa Loeb, as well as Golden Globe and
    Emmy nominees. Invite him on your show to share candid,
    practical, shoot-from-the-hip advice for anyone looking
    to become an actor today, from turning a social media
    following into Hollywood stardom to making a killer
    audition tape. Newton can discuss a typical day for a
    New York actor, why and how you should figure out your
    acting “type,” tips for parents of child actors, and
    how to find an agent. Matt recently coached on the set
    of Ava Duvernay’s Emmy-winning show When They See Us,
    as well as on Jessica Jones, Orange Is the New Black,
    Blue Bloods, and countless other programs. He’s a
    contributor to Backstage and the author of several
    books including “The No B.S. Guide to the Acting Biz.”
    Contact Kat Levy at CEO@do-tellpr.com; (305) 490-5911

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

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

    7. ==> 10 Years after SCOTUS’ Controversial Citizens
    United Ruling

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

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

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

    9. ==> The Factor That Dooms Most College Students

    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

    10. ==> 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

    11. ==> 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 who 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. He
    graduated from the University of Cape Town and has a
    delightful South African accent. Dr. Campbell’s new
    book, hailed as a great read by Inc. Magazine, is “The
    Language of Pain: Fast Forward Your Recovery to Stop
    Hurting.” Contact him at (250) 217-7832;
    tcampbell@rtirguests.com

    12. ==> 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

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

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

    14. ==> Simple, Powerful Approach to Addiction

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

    15. ==> Find Your Bliss and Set Goals

    January is a time to start fresh and begin making your
    dreams happen, but what if you don’t know how to find
    the happiness you desire? Invite award-winning
    screenwriter, author, TV/film producer, journalist, and
    TV host Maryann Ridini Spencer to reveal why spending
    quality time and building relationships with family and
    friends can be the key to finding your bliss. She can
    tell your audience why living the Hawaiian philosophy
    of “aloha” and the Golden Rule of doing unto others
    really works. Discover how to set goals to realize your
    dreams and live your authentic life. She is the author
    of “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) 492-9135 (CA); MSpencer@rtirguests.com

    16. ==> 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 with audiences surprising biblical teachings
    for the 21st century, exploring the creation of the
    universe and our amazing Earthly home. Contact Camilo
    Graza at 626-341-1886 (CA); CGraza@rtirguests.com

    17. ==> Overcome Winter Anxiety

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

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

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

    19. ==> 10 Tips to Breathe Better Today

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

    20. ==> 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

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

    January 21, 2020

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

    1.==> Why Impeach Now?

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

    2. ==> Psychology Behind the Gun Control Battle

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    6. ==> How to Survive a Mass Shooting

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    11. ==> How to be Anxiety-Free

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    16. ==> Imprisoned CEO’s Surprising Salvation

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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