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September 19, 2017

01. Emmys Not Diverse Enough
02. A New Perspective on the Vietnam War
03. 2nd Annual Kids Music Day is Oct. 6
04. Protect Yourself from the Equifax Hack
05. Coffee: A Cure for Loneliness?
06. Faith in the Wake of Irma and Harvey
07. Homeopathic Help for Hurricane Survivors
08. Small Biz Social Media Dos and Don’ts
09. Yes! Find a Job Before Oct. 31
10. Secret Power Women Have Over Their Fathers
11. Democrats: Party of the Ancient?
12. Getting Babies and Toddlers to Talk
13. Trump’s Likely Response to Domestic Terrorism
14. Awesome Tailgating Secrets
15. Dunkirk: The Whole Story

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1. ==> Emmys Not Diverse Enough

Sunday night’s 69th Primetime Emmy Award show was a big
night for such stars as Nicole Kidman, John Oliver,
Donald Glover and Sterling K. Brown. And while the
award show did represent diversity in its nominated
actors and shows, one group was completely
underrepresented: Latino nominees. Elizabeth Barrutia,
a leader in Hispanic and multicultural marketing and
Hispanic culture, will point out that it has been four
years since the last Latino actor was nominated (Sofia
Vergara) and ten years since America Ferrera won best
actress for Ugly Betty. So, why is it that 20 percent
of the U.S. population being marginalized through TV
shows at the same time that the film industry is making
an effort to produce films for that demographic?
Barrutia will also talk about why Latino actors
continue to be cast in stereotypical roles that don’t
lend themselves to awards consideration. Barrutia is
CEO of BARU Marketing + Media, which works with
national brands, and film/television studios, including
Walt Disney/ABC, Universal, Warner Brothers and others
reaching multicultural audiences. Contact Brian
McWilliams of SpellCom, (310) 838-4010;
bmcwilliams@spellcom.com

2. ==> A New Perspective on the Vietnam War

As a result of Ken Burns’ new 10-part PBS documentary
The Vietnam War, which debuted Sunday, Americans will
once again be talking about the only war they ever
lost. As we revisit what we forgot or never knew about
this divisive 34-year war, Wanny Huynh, who was born
in Vietnam, can offer an insider’s perspective on the
price South Vietnamese soldiers paid for working with
the Americans. From 1970 to 1972, his father helped to
train South Vietnamese soldiers. But after the war,
that cooperation made him no longer welcome in the
country. The Viet Cong moved to retaliate against him
and the family was forced to flee for their lives.
Wanny can share what he thinks of Burns’ documentary,
the hazardous journey he and his parents underwent to
leave Vietnam and the impressions he formed when he
revisited Vietnam 20 years after his escape and
reconnected with lost relatives. Wanny’s latest book
is ”Hope.” Reach him at (651) 398-4677;
Wannyh27@msn.com

3. ==> 2nd Annual Kids Music Day is Oct. 6

Vincent James is on a mission to promote how valuable
and important music is in all of our lives:
academically, therapeutically or just overall making us
a happier society. To that end, his organization Keep
Music Alive is partnering with over 300 music schools
from 40+ states across the country to celebrate the 2nd
Annual Kids Music Day on Friday, Oct. 6. Music schools
will help celebrate this special day by holding open
houses, student performances, instrument petting zoos,
instrument donation drives and more in their respective
communities. “We recognize so many public schools
across the country are cutting or reducing their music
and arts programs. Research has shown how critical
music and art education are to developing our
children’s minds and character. Our mission is to
spotlight musical programs, and help raise awareness of
how valuable music really is to our children and our
collective future.” Invite Vincent on your show to
talk about Kids Music Day and what your listeners can
do to help celebrate this important day in their
communities. Vincent is also the founder of
KeepMusicAlive.org, KidsMusicDay.org, Teach Music
America Week and co-author of the book series “88+ Ways
Music Can Change Your Life.” Contact him at (610)
812-5231; vincent@KeepMusicAlive.org

4. ==> Protect Yourself from the Equifax Hack

Nearly half of Americans may have had their information
stolen in the recent massive Equifax data breach.
Making matters worse, the hackers have had a two-month
lead on consumers trying to protect their credit and
personal information. Invite Patricia Davis, a former
corporate finance and banking executive who manages her
own financial services firm, to share what the hack
tells us about the U.S. credit system and eight steps
your listeners can take now to protect their credit.
She’ll discuss why and how you should lock down your
credit reports, change your passwords and more. Davis
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. She is the
author of the upcoming book “Going Broke Is No Joke.”
Reach her at (301) 249-2261; davisfinancial373@msn.com

5. ==> Coffee: A Cure for Loneliness?

In time for International Coffee Day, Sept. 30, Émile
Odback, a Swede living in Santa Barbara, wants to
introduce Americans to the Swedish concept of Fika
(pronounced fee-kah) as an antidote for loneliness and
divisiveness. The Swedes enjoy multiple 15-minute
coffee breaks a day in which no work is discussed, no
one checks their cellphones and everyone talks to each
other—all while enjoying coffee and delicious baked
goods. He says, “We want to make International Coffee
Day a day that celebrates coffee and connection. On
this coffee day, as we celebrate something so
universally-loved, what better way is there to show
your enthusiasm than by buying somebody else a cup of
coffee, or inviting somebody to share a Fika and a nice
chat?” The 23-year-old can explain how to incorporate
Fika into your life, share interesting coffee facts and
reveal the role Fika plays in making Swedes among the
happiest people in the world. Émile is a recent
graduate of the University of California Santa Barbara
where he edited the newspaper and served as a
commencement speaker. His new book is “Fika Fix: How a
New Take on the Coffee Break Can Cure the Loneliness
Epidemic.” Reach him at (805) 551-4455;
emile@peacefulviking.com

6. ==> Faith in the Wake of Irma and Harvey

Many doctors, psychologists, and political leaders now
realize the powerful impact faith and religious beliefs
play in our ability to bounce back after Harvey, Irma
and other disasters. People who have something to
believe in beyond what they can see with their eyes
handle the “storms” of life better when their normal
life is shaken by devastating events, says Pastor
Terrance Levise Turner.  Pastor Terrance will share the
keys to keeping hope and faith intact and your spirit
afloat when everything else is sinking. His advice also
applies to setbacks in marriage, careers and finances.
He is the author of several books including his latest,
“Your Wealth Is In Your Anointing: Discover Keys To
Releasing Your Potential.” In addition, he is a singer
and songwriter who with his wife created a 21-song
project called “God Is Our Refuge.” Contact him at
(615) 598-4080; wellspokeninc@bellsouth.net

7. ==> Homeopathic Help for Hurricane Survivors

Imagine the shock, grief and exhaustion that millions
of Americans in the U.S. Virgin Islands, Florida and
Texas must be feeling in the aftermath of two monster
storms. Kathleen Fry, M.D., has some helpful tips on
three inexpensive, over-the-counter homeopathic
remedies that can help relieve these conditions. Best
of all, they are easily available in health food stores
or online. You’ll hear about a little-known remedy
first responders, physicians and nurses can take when
they are exhausted from taking care of others; a remedy
that can help people sleep after they have lost pets
and all their valuables; and a remedy that can help
them deal with the emotional, physical and mental shock
of living through a hurricane. Dr. Fry helps clients
with homeopathic medicine all over the world. She is a
speaker and the author of two books: “Vitality! How to
Get It and Keep It” and “What’s The Remedy for That?
The Definitive Homeopathy Guide to Mastering Everyday
Self-Care Without Drugs.” Reach her at (480) 695-1383;
kkfrymd@gmail.com

8. ==> Small Biz Social Media Dos and Don’ts

Snapchat, Tumblr, Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter: Must
small businesses use all of them? That’s a common
misconception, says marketing expert Claudia Newcorn,
who will explain what entrepreneurs and small
businesses need to know about reaching their specific
target audiences, without becoming overwhelmed by
social media, or spending too much time or money. For
example, she’ll discuss who Facebook reaches and when
the best time to post is, or why a Realtor might do
well on Pinterest but a plumber might not. Newcorn, who
has an MBA, is an award-winning strategic marketing
consultant with decades of corporate experience with
such industry leaders as Gillette and E&J Gallo. She
manages her own successful 25-year-old consulting firm
and has helped hundreds of small businesses. She is a
frequent radio talk show guest whose book, “Zipline to
Success: Fast-Track Marketing Strategies to Accelerate
Sales & Profits,” is an Amazon bestseller and won a
gold medal at the San Francisco Book Festival. Reach
her at (209) 204-0502; Claudia@ZiplineToSuccess.com

9. ==> Yes! Find a Job Before Oct. 31

For new college graduates looking for their first job
post-college or people already in the job market
looking to change jobs, fall represents a huge hiring
opportunity. “Anyone looking for a new job right now
needs to find their slot before the end of October when
companies start worrying about the holidays and end-of-
year budget challenges,” says Diane Huth. Invite her to
help job-seekers maximize their assets by teaching them
the secrets of personal branding as the key to
unlocking the job search market. From using social
media to writing your resume and finding the secret job
market where more than half of all jobs are found.
Diane Huth has more than 30 years of senior-level
branding and marketing experience at multinational
corporations. She is a professor of marketing and
branding and a seasoned media guest. Her new book is
“Brand You! To Land Your Dream Job: A Step-by-Step
Guide to Find a Great Job, Get Hired and Jumpstart Your
Career.” Contact her at (888) HIREME2;
Diane@BrandYouGuide.com

10. ==> Secret Power Women Have Over Their Fathers

According to award-winning behavioral expert James I.
Bond, men have a rarely-mentioned quirk that allows
their daughters to greatly influence them. Bond says,
“From Donald Trump to Barack Obama, Winston Churchill
to Martin Luther King, Jr., Mark Twain to Paul
McCartney, even Supreme Court justices and CEOs of
major corporations, the influence of daughters on their
fathers is often more profound than most people
realize. But the real reason they have so much
influence may surprise you.” Find out what that reason
is and what makes the father-daughter bond so special.
He is the author of “The Secret Life of Fathers (second
edition),” an unexpected guide to understanding men and
fathers. Bond has written for Forbes.com and appears as
a frequent radio talk show guest. Contact him at (805)
405-9899; jbond@TheFatherDaughterProject.com

11. ==> Democrats: Party of the Ancient?

Bernie Sanders is 76. Joe Biden is 74. Hillary is soon
to be 70 and Elizabeth Warren is 68. Paul McHale, a
former member of Congress and former assistant
secretary of defense, asserts that it’s time baby
boomer pols stepped aside to give younger people the
presidential reins in 2020. McHale says, “Let’s clear
the bench of our current presidential contenders and
instead, over the next two years (during the crucially
important midterm elections of 2018), look for
presidential candidates who are very smart, very
serious, and in their 40s or maybe their 50s.” He’ll
talk about where we can find such candidates including
tapping into the well of young people who have joined
the fight against terrorism. Reach him at
McHale@CivSup.com

12. ==> Getting Babies and Toddlers to Talk

When was the last time you had a really good
conversation with a baby? Vonda Scipio, Ed.D., a
mother, grandmother and early childhood educator, will
explain why mothers, fathers, grandparents, and
caregivers play a crucial role in the language
development of infants and toddlers—one that will
ultimately pay off in good grades. Dr. Scipio says
there is an art that anyone can learn to get even the
youngest infant to talk. She’ll offer tips on how to
use the three-second rule to get more interaction, how
to avoid talking “over” the baby and knowing what forms
of communication to expect by the baby’s age (coos,
babbles, squeals, etc.). Dr. Scipio is the author of
“Let Babies Teach” and “Let Me Teach You, Baby.” She
has been a kindergarten teacher, academic reading
instructor, and adjunct professor. Reach her at
(901) 567-4176; info@fromthestarttraining.com

13. ==> Trump’s Likely Response to Terrorism

How would the U.S. government respond if the U.S.
experienced a terrorist attack on the order of what
happened in London and Barcelona? It’s a question to
which Aziz Huq, a law professor at the University of
Chicago, has given a lot of thought. Huq, the coauthor
of “Unchecked and Unbalanced: Presidential Power in a
Time of Terror,” will discuss the common threads in the
way the Trump administration responded to Syria, North
Korea and the latest hurricanes and why “despite a
patina of toughness, the predictable beats of Trump’s
crisis responses make the U.S. a more, not less,
vulnerable terrorism target.” Reach Huq at (773)
702-9494; huq@uchicago.edu

14. ==> Awesome Tailgating Secrets

There’s nothing more American than football and
tailgating. Whether hanging out in the stadium parking
lot of your favorite college or NFL sports team, you
want your tailgate set-up to be the envy of everyone
walking by. Peter Lincoln, one of the two brothers who
run The American Tailgater company can share five
products no serious tailgater should be
without—everything from championship-winning “secret”
seasonings to the best flag to fly so no one can miss
your location and a watch capable of timing eight
recipes at once. The American Tailgater is one of the
country’s leading tailgating outfitters. Reach Peter at
(888) 215-1490; Peter@americantailgater.com

15. ==> Dunkirk: The Whole Story

On the heels of the summer blockbuster film Dunkirk,
invite Michael Korda to share the larger story of the
turning point in World War II history when over 300,000
Allied troops were trapped off the coast of France and
a ragtag fleet of civilian fishing boats, pleasure
crafts, and ferries came to their rescue. He’ll discuss
the figures and consequences around Germany’s
blitzkrieg into Belgium, France, and the Netherlands in
May of 1940, while interweaving his own memories as a
child bystander across the Channel. Korda is an author
and the former editor-in-chief of Simon & Schuster. His
latest book is “Alone: Britain, Churchill, and Dunkirk:
Defeat into Victory.” Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at
(703) 646-5137; johanna@jrbcomm.com?

September 14, 2017

01. Protect Yourself from the Equifax Hack
02. What Happened: Clinton Rips Sanders
03. Educators Say Politicians Should Go Back to School
04. Remembering Our KKK Past
05. Is Technology Killing Love?
06. Build Your Own Country – Seasteading
07. Are Men Brain-Damaged? Are Daughters the Antidote?
08. Hurricane Clean-Up: Water = Mold
09. Beware Hurricane Home Repair Scams
10. Could Lifestyle Habits Be Affecting Weather?
11. After DACA, He Wants to Inspire Dreamers
12. Forget Wash DC – Innovation is an Inside Job
13. Fall is Ripe for Job Hunters
14. Sept. is Ovarian Cancer Month
15. How to Survive a Mean Teacher
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1. ==> Protect Yourself from the Equifax Hack

Nearly half of Americans may have had their information
stolen in the massive Equifax data breach revealed last
week. Making matters worse, the hackers have had a two-
month lead on consumers trying to protect their credit
and personal information. Invite Patricia Davis, a
former corporate finance and banking executive who
manages her own financial services firm, to share what
the hack tells us about the U.S. credit system and
eight steps your listeners can take now to protect
their credit. She’ll discuss why and how you should
lock down your credit reports, change your passwords
and more. Davis 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. She is the author of the upcoming book “Going
Broke Is No Joke.” Reach her at (301) 249-2261
or davisfinancial373@msn.com

2. ==> What Happened: Clinton Rips Sanders

Hillary Clinton’s new book “What Happened” includes
what a Washington Post headline calls a “subtly savage
takedown of Bernie Sanders.” Norman Solomon, a Sanders
delegate from California to the Democratic National
Convention and the nationwide coordinator of the Bernie
Delegates Network, says, “At first glance it may seem
odd that Clinton has gone out of her way to rip open
old wounds from a primary campaign that ended well over
a year ago. But there’s a kind of perverse logic at
play. Whatever aspects of score-settling or personal
anger might be involved, what’s much more significant
is the apparent political calculus.” He adds, “After
losing the presidential race, Hillary Clinton and the
big-money elites behind her are fearful that they could
lose control of the Democratic Party apparatus.
Clinton’s decision to attack Bernie Sanders via her
book is a reflection of that fear.” Solomon is a co-
founder of RootsAction.org, an online activist group
that now has 1.5 million active members. He is the
executive director of the Institute for Public
Accuracy. Contact him at solomonprogressive@gmail.com

3. ==> Educators Say Politicians Should Go Back to
School

As children across the country return to school,
there’s a lot on the docket in both Congress and at the
U.S. Department of Education that many educators say
threatens public education. Protesting the rhetoric and
actions coming out of Washington, and pressing instead
for research-based policies and democratic ideals, over
200 education deans last week released “Our Children
Deserve Better: A Call to Resist Washington’s Dangerous
Vision for U.S. Education.” Kathy Schultz, dean of the
School of Education at the University of Colorado,
Boulder says, “It is imperative that we change the
direction our country is going in terms of supporting
schools and school systems that serve our children
well. As a country, we have lost sight of the role of
public schools as a democratizing force in this
country. We continue to move toward privatizing K-12
education and teacher education at our peril.” Schultz
is currently completing a book on distrust and
educational change. Contact her at
Katherine.schultz@colorado.edu; @kathyschultz22

4. ==> Remembering Our KKK Past

Congress passed a resolution late Tuesday calling on
President Donald Trump to condemn “the shameful and
hate-filled acts of violence carried out by the KKK (Ku
Klux Klan), white nationalists, white supremacists and
neo-Nazis in Charlottesville.” Jane Dailey, a professor
of history at the University of Chicago, can talk about
the roots of the KKK and today’s iteration. “The post-
WWI Klan was defined by its opposition to immigration
and cultural diversity, by its insistence on
Protestant, Anglo-Saxon supremacy, and by its racism
and reactionary gender politics. The khaki-clad young
white men in Charlottesville chanting ‘blood and soil’
and ‘Jew will not replace us’ trace their ideological
roots back to the Klan of the 1920s and call to mind a
dark moment in our nation’s past. So does the
particular disaffection of many of Donald Trump’s
strongest supporters, who long to ‘make America great
again’ by constraining immigration and subordinating
Muslims, African Americans, gays, women, and
transgender persons.” Jane Dailey writes extensively
about the American South. Her books include “Before Jim
Crow,” “The Politics of Race,” and the upcoming
“Building the Republic: A Narrative History of the
United States from 1877 to the Present.” Contact her at
(773) 834-2582 (office); dailey@uchicago.edu

5. ==> Is Technology Killing Love?

According to new research from a San Diego State
University professor, people born after 1995 are much
less interested in dating than the generation before
them. Researchers also found that sexual activity in 14
and 15-year-olds has dropped by almost 40 per cent
since 1991. And the reason for all this? It appears
that people are replacing social interaction with
social media. Clinical forensic psychologist Dr. John
Huber can discuss how smart phones have impacted or
changed our ability to develop romantic relationships
and whether excessive online interactions with others
can diminish our capability to communicate face-to-
face. Dr. John Huber is Chairman for Mainstream Mental
Health and a professor of psychology at Texas State
University. Contact Ryan McCormick at (516) 901-1103;
(919) 377-1200

6. ==> Build Your Own Country – Seasteading

More and more Americans are dissatisfied with their
government. So why not innovate and create a self-
governing country that caters to your values and
lifestyle? Nearly half the earth’s surface is a blue
frontier over which no country holds sovereignty, and
startup cities that float permanently in international
waters will soon be economically feasible as
construction materials get cheaper, greener and
printable in 3D form. These will be homesteads on the
high seas — or seasteads. Invite Joe Quirk, president
of The Seasteading Institute, to talk about the idea,
who is embracing it, and why. Blue Frontiers is a for-
profit spinoff from The Seasteading Institute with
plans to provide fresh jurisdictions on floating
sustainable islands designed to adapt organically to
sea level change. These will be privately financed and
built by local maritime construction firms employing
the latest in sustainable blue tech. He says, “We’ve
already raised our seed round of investments to perform
research and secure legislation, so get ready for the
next wave of nations.” Quirk is co-author of
“Seasteading: How Floating Nations Will Restore the
Environment, Enrich the Poor, Cure the Sick, and
Liberate Humanity from Politicians.” Contact him at
press@seasteading.org or @ joequirkexults

7. ==> Are Men Brain-Damaged? Are Daughters the
Antidote?

Here’s a rarely-mentioned quirk about men that will
generate plenty of
response from your audience. Award-winning behavioral
expert James I. Bond says, “Everyone thinks they
understand men. But what if you missed something, so
subtle and yet so profound, it will change your
understanding of what men are REALLY like?” From
Presidents Donald Trump and Barack Obama to Winston
Churchill, Martin Luther King, Jr. and Mark Twain to
Paul McCartney, even Supreme Court Justices and CEOs of
major corporations, the influence of daughters on men
is often more profound than most people realize. But
the real reason daughters have so much influence may
surprise you. James I. Bond is an award-winning
behavioral management specialist and author of “The
Secret Life of Fathers (2nd Edition),” an unexpected
guide to understanding men and fathers. Bond writes for
Forbes.com and appears as a frequent radio talk show
guest. Contact him at (805) 405-9899 (CA);
jbond@TheFatherDaughterProject.com

8. ==> Hurricane Clean-Up: Water = Mold

As clean-up continues in the south after two
devastating hurricanes, there’s an invisible threat
that residents will neither understand nor respect and
Dr. John Trowbridge says they will die … slowly.
“Here’s the simple story of the tragedy: people will be
exposed to fungal/moldy growth for weeks/months/years
in their homes and offices, they will come down with a
wide variety of illnesses and will be seen and
inadequately treated by ‘organ-specific’ doctors who
fail to understand that serious illness is taking hold
and will slowly destroy their lives.” Trowbridge has
spent his career researching and treating diseases
associated with internal infections of yeast and
fungus. He diagnoses and treats “deep blood fungus”
that appears to explain “the inexplicable diseases” —
cancers of all kinds, leukemia, low blood counts,
immune dysfunction syndromes, RA, lupus, MS, sudden
kidney failure, worsening diabetes, and many more.
Trowbridge practices in Houston and has hosted
nationally syndicated and local radio programs. He’s
the author of “The Yeast Syndrome.” Contact him at
(832) 472-3683 (cell); fixpain@earthlink.net

9. ==> Beware Hurricane Home Repair Scams

Home repair is one of the top scams in America and Bill
Francavilla says homeowners affected by Hurricane
Harvey and Irma are sitting ducks for scammers.
“Hundreds of so-called home repair experts will be
knocking on the doors of the people impacted by
offering bona fide—and bogus—offers to get their homes
back to live-able condition, and many people, including
smart ones, won’t know the difference.” Francavilla
spent 30 years in the financial services industry and
he knows exactly how the bad guys’ operate to push your
greed and fear buttons. He’ll reveal the top home
repair scams and how to protect yourself from them.
Francavilla is the author of “The Madoffs Among Us:
Make Better Financial Decisions and Protect Your
Future.” He’s a CFP and former senior vice president,
director of Wealth Management for Legg Mason who has
extensive media experience. Reach him at (757)
870-4590; wmfrancavilla@gmail.com

10. ==> Could Lifestyle Habits Be Affecting Weather?

Weather catastrophes are very unforgiving, and very
powerful, but are we hopeless in the face of these
weather disasters? Can we do anything to prevent future
incidents from occurring or at least from becoming more
frequent and more forceful? Galit Goldfarb, the founder
of The Guerrilla Diet & Lifestyle Program, says there
are! She’ll explain how human behavior is bringing on
such catastrophes and how a few simple changes to
lifestyle and eating habits can have significant
influence on the weather and our planet. Goldfarb says,
“It’s incredible how small changes can have a major
impact on the world around us. Galit Goldfarb started
The Guerrilla Diet Bootcamp in 2015 with the mission of
making education-based healing available around the
globe in an affordable, efficient and engaging way.
Today, her company helps people from all walks of life
learn and understand the best way to move towards a
healthier lifestyle not only for themselves but also
for our planet. Contact Galit Goldfarb at
galit@galitgoldfarb.com

11. ==> After DACA, He Wants to Inspire Dreamers

Now that the Trump administration says it will do away
with the DACA program, many immigrants who came to
American illegally with their parents are in jeopardy
of deportation—including hundreds of thousands who live
in the Houston area who are also coping with Hurricane
Harvey’s devastation. Wanny Huynh whose own parents
emigrated from Vietnam 34 years ago when he was 8,
wants to give them hope using his own life story and
the lessons he learned as fodder. He’ll tell your
listeners that when his parents attempted to flee
Vietnam for Cambodia, he and his 10-year-old brother
were separated from the family by the Khmer Rouge.
During that two-month separation, he and his brother
wandered around looking for their mother before being
taken in by a soldier whose wife treated them like
child slaves. Wanny will share his parents’ journey to
America as well as how at 32 he ended up broke and
homeless after the real estate crash before studying
other successful people and pulling himself back to
independence. Wanny’s latest book is “Hope: The Path to
Happiness, Opportunity, Prosperity and Enjoyment.”
During the month of September, he is donating all
profits from its sale to Hurricane Harvey relief
efforts. Reach him at (651) 398-4677 or
Wannyh27@msn.com

12. ==> Forget Wash DC – Innovation is an Inside Job

In a month that’s seen multiple business executives
appointed to White House advisory councils quit and
other panels – including one on manufacturing and the
creation of jobs – disbanded, is all lost on growing
our economy? No. Business leaders all over the
country are doubling down on innovative techniques to
tackle job creation, develop new products and create
new opportunities for workers and consumers all over
the country. Dr. Brett Trusko, president of Int’l
Assn. of Innovation Professionals, can give examples of
how American business are finding ways to prosper and
grow in unstable times. To schedule an interview,
contact The Zephyr Group at (505) 466-2770;
info@groupzephyr.com.

13. ==> Fall is Ripe for Job Hunters

For new college graduates looking for their first job
post-college or people already in the job market
looking to change jobs, fall represents a huge hiring
opportunity. “Anyone looking for a new job right now
needs to find their slot before the end of October when
companies start worrying about the holidays and end-of-
year budget challenges,” says Diane Huth. Invite her to
help job-seekers maximize their assets by teaching them
the secrets of personal branding as the key to
unlocking the job search market. From using social
media to writing your resume and finding the secret job
market where more than half of all jobs are found.
Diane Huth has more than 30 years of senior -level
branding and marketing experience at multinational
corporations. She is a professor of marketing and
branding and a seasoned media guest. Her new book is
“Brand You! To Land Your Dream Job: A Step-by-Step
Guide to Find a Great Job, Get Hired and Jumpstart Your
Career.” Contact her at (888) HIREME2 or
Diane@BrandYouGuide.com

14. ==> Sept. is Ovarian Cancer Month

September is National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month.
Each year, 14,000 American women die of ovarian cancer,
succumbing to a disease that is frequently misdiagnosed
or diagnosed too late. Having lost her mother to the
often silent disease, comedian and author Jennifer
Coken is making it her mission to teach women how to
identify its symptoms early. They include persistent
bloating; feeling full even while eating less;
persistent back and abdominal pain; unusual fatigue or
bleeding, and changes in bladder and bowel habits.
She’ll discuss how to download two free symptom
trackers that encourage women to pay attention to
symptoms that on their own might not seem troubling.
Jen Coken is a life coach and stand-up comedian. She’s
the author of “When I Die Take My Panties: Turning Your
Darkest Moments into Your Greatest Gifts.” Contact her
at (303) 859-9081; jencoken@gmail.com

15. ==> How to Survive a Mean Teacher

Teaching, according to multiple lists, is one of the
top 20 stressful jobs available and is often ranked in
the top five of the worst careers in America! The
stress of dealing with children, the constant scrutiny
of parents and administrators, and pressure for
improved scores weigh heavily on the shoulders of both
beginning and veteran teachers. For some, the result is
an attitude and teaching personality that leaves
students and their parents cold, afraid, and dreading
the year ahead. Dee Rodgers, an educational veteran of
more than 30 years, can discuss ways parents and their
children can survive the classrooms of negative
teachers. Rodgers spent 27 years in the classroom and
served another four as a campus administrator. She is
currently employed as a Special Education Teacher in
Texas and is the author of “Renew Your Teaching Spirit:
Help for Teachers Struggling to Stay in the Classroom.”
Contact her at (979) 665-7590; dee@deerodg.com

September 12, 2017

01. Survival Doc – Danger Lingers After the Storm
02. Hurricane Home Repair Scams
03. Hurricane Hotline for Pet Rescue
04. Harvey, Irma: Now Let’s Talk Climate Change
05. Could Lifestyle Habits Be Affecting Weather?
06. Steven King’s It – Who’s Scared of Clowns?
07. Hurry Up! Get in On Fall Hiring
08. The Pros & Cons of a College Job
09. Mean Men: The Perversion of the Self-Made Man
10. World Heart Day Sept. 29
11. Kate has Hyperemesis Gravidarum: What’s That?
12. How Yoga & Meditation Can Increase Stress
13. The Nest Egg is at Risk – Chickens Can Help
14. Travel Writer: How to Unplug and Go
15. New American Nomads: Seniors
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1. ==> Survival Doc – Danger Lingers After the Storm

At last count more than 6 million electric customers
were without power in Florida and some places won’t
have electricity for weeks. Meantime, Hurricane Irma
continued to pound southern eastern coast Monday. Dr.
James Hubbard, aka The Survival Doctor, will share tips
on how to deal with an extended power outage and ways
to treat wounds and injuries when a doctor is out of
reach. He says even though a storm has passed, the
dangers linger. “Clean water is a huge concern. Even
though the water may look clean, it’s a cesspool of
germs and chemicals that can cause anything from a rash
to an infection—on the skin or internally.
Electrocution is a danger whenever there’s flooding,
and then there’s the issue of mosquitoes.” Dr. Hubbard
is a long-time family physician and survival medicine
expert. He shares his common-sense health advice on
dozens of radio shows, podcasts and blogs nationwide,
teaches easy-to-follow, makeshift ways to survive
disasters and in the wild, and is the author of several
books including “The Survival Doctor’s Complete
Handbook: What to Do When Help Is NOT on the Way.”
Contact him at (662) 638-3821;
thesurvivaldoctor@gmail.com

2. ==> Hurricane Home Repair Scams

One of the six top scams in America is home repair and
Bill Francavilla says the thousands of homeowners
affected by Hurricane Harvey and Irma are sitting ducks
for being scammed. “Hundreds of so-called home repair
experts will be knocking on the doors of the people
impacted by offering bona fide—and bogus—offers to get
their homes back to live-able condition, and many
people, including smart ones, won’t know the
difference.” Francavilla spent 30 years in the
financial services industry and he knows exactly how
the bad guys’ operate to push your greed and fear
buttons. He’ll reveal the top home repair scams and how
to protect yourself from them. Francavilla is the
author of “The Madoffs Among Us: Make Better Financial
Decisions and Protect Your Future.” He’s a CFP and
former senior vice president, director of Wealth
Management for Legg Mason who has extensive media
experience. Reach him at (757) 870-4590;
wmfrancavilla@gmail.com

3. ==> Hurricane Hotline for Pet Rescue

In an effort to make disaster pet-rescue efforts even
more effective, Adopt-a-Pet.com has launched a simple
way for hurricane victims whose pets are in danger to
alert all animal welfare organizations that are
conducting rescue operations in their area. “After the
storm, national and local animal welfare organizations
will be operating in Florida doing what they can to
provide resources to help rescue, house, and return
pets to their homes when possible, but there has been
no clear single place where people can alert them to
pets need of their assistance. We have quickly launched
RescueMyAnimal.org and 1-833-RESCUE-8 to give people
who are desperate to have someone rescue their animals
a simple way to make that request,” says Adopt-a-
Pet.com cofounder and CEO, David Meyer. “Although we
cannot guarantee that any agency will be available to
help, we will immediately pass the information on to
all agencies operating in the area,” he adds. Adopt-a-
Pet.com is North America’s largest non-profit pet
adoption website. Contact Meyer at (310) 897-6546;
Davidm@adoptapet.com or Barbara Williamson at (435)
644-4408; barbara@bestfriends.org,

4. ==> Harvey, Irma: Now Let’s Talk Climate Change

Scientists know climate change is affecting Americans
now, but many in power turn a blind eye. How many
calamities and broken weather records will we require
before taking responsibility for our role in creating,
or at least worsening, so-called “natural” disasters
such as Hurricanes Harvey and Irma? How high a price –
in deaths, disease, trauma, dislocation, property
damage, and money – are we willing to pay for the
luxury of inaction? Ellen Moyer, Ph.D., says climate
change and other environmental insults such as wetland
destruction exact a high price. “What we don’t know can
definitely hurt us, and is hurting us now. Government
needs to advise us about the costs so we can decide
whether to address environmental damage in order to
prevent or lessen such misery. If a preventive approach
costs less, we deserve to know!” Moyer will discuss
practical and cost-effective ways to create better
weather and a healthier world for ourselves. Ellen
Moyer is a registered professional engineer with a B.A.
in anthropology, an M.S. in environmental engineering,
a Ph.D. in civil engineering, and 30 years of
environmental engineering experience. “Our Earth, Our
Species, Our Selves: How to Thrive While Creating a
Sustainable World” is her third book, and she is a
regular contributor to “The Huffington Post.” Contact
her at (413) 862-3452; ellenmoyer@em-green.com

5. ==> Could Lifestyle Habits Be Affecting Weather?

Weather catastrophes are very unforgiving, and very
powerful, but are we hopeless in the face of these
weather disasters? Can we do anything to prevent future
incidents from occurring or at least from becoming more
frequent and more forceful? Galit Goldfarb, the founder
of The Guerrilla Diet & Lifestyle Program, says there
are! She’ll explain how human behavior is bringing on
such catastrophes and how a few simple changes to
lifestyle and eating habits can have significant
influence on the weather and our planet. Goldfarb says,
“It’s incredible how small changes can have a major
impact on the world around us. Galit Goldfarb started
The Guerrilla Diet Bootcamp in 2015 with the mission of
making education-based healing available around the
globe in an affordable, efficient and engaging way.
Today, her company helps people from all walks of life
learn and understand the best way to move towards a
healthier lifestyle not only for themselves but also
for our planet. Contact Galit Goldfarb at
galit@galitgoldfarb.com

6. ==> Steven King’s It – Who’s Scared of Clowns?

Pennywise, the scary clown in the new Stephen King
movie It, is sure to bring out Coulrophobia—the fear of
clowns—in many horror fans who see the movie. In fact,
even the World Clown Association is worried about the
effect the movie may have on the clown profession.
Kalliope Barlis, an expert on releasing phobias, says
fear of clowns is more common than you’d expect and
recalls treating one woman who was so upset by a clown
sighting on the street that she abandoned her infant in
his carriage. Invite Barlis, a licensed NLP trainer and
doctor of acupuncture, on your show to talk about clown
phobia, what causes it and how it can be treated; the
same process can be used to treat other phobias too.
Barlis has appeared on CBS, NBC, Fox and SiriusXM,
among other media outlets and has helped thousands of
people conquer their phobias. She is the author of
“Phobia Relief.” Contact her at (718) 751-5105;
Ask@PhobiaReliefDay.org

7. ==> Hurry Up! Get in On Fall Hiring

For new college graduates looking for their first job
post-college or people already in the job market
looking to change jobs, fall represents a huge hiring
opportunity. “Anyone looking for a new job right now
needs to find their slot before the end of October when
companies start worrying about the holidays and end-of-
year budget challenges,” says Diane Huth. Invite her to
help job-seekers maximize their assets by teaching them
the secrets of personal branding as the key to
unlocking the job search market. From using social
media to writing your resume and finding the secret job
market where more than half of all jobs are found.
Diane Huth has more than 30 years of senior -level
branding and marketing experience at multinational
corporations. She is a professor of marketing and
branding and a seasoned media guest. Her new book is
“Brand You! To Land Your Dream Job: A Step-by-Step
Guide to Find a Great Job, Get Hired and Jumpstart Your
Career.” Contact her at (888) HIREME2 or
Diane@BrandYouGuide.com

8. ==> The Pros & Cons of a College Job

College is expensive and many students need to work, at
least part-time, while attending school. Whether it’s
by choice or necessity, having a job can be stressful
and time-consuming when you’re supposed to be focused
on studying. But Liana Downey says there’s also a value
to those college jobs beyond the money. “The skills you
earn in part-time jobs position you to be a better
leader for the future! The world has changed and CEOs
aren’t looking for the same things they once were.”
Liana can discuss the issue of skills gaps and what
specific skills employers today are looking for. Liana
Downey is an internationally renowned speaker, author
and advisor in the government and social sectors. She
taught leadership at NYU and leads a global strategic
advisory firm. Her book is “Mission Control: How
Nonprofits and Governments Can Focus, Achieve More and
Change the World.” Contact her at
l.downey@lianadowney.com

9. ==> Mean Men: The Perversion of the Self-Made Man

Every day we see mean men demonstrate their power over
society – you report on them — from Martin Shkreli to
Travis Kalanick to Donald Trump. Why do we allow the
celebration of successes of mean men so often–from the
boardroom to basketball court and corner cubicle to
Oval Office? And what is their true impact on women and
the bottom line? Invite Mark Lipton to discuss the six
types of mean, mean men vs. mean women, and why women
stay married to controlling men. He’ll reveal the dark
truths about household names and challenges the status
quo with a more effective humanistic approach to
leadership. Mark Lipton is a graduate professor of
management at The New School in New York City. For over
forty years, he has been a trusted adviser to Fortune
500 corporations, think tanks, nonprofits,
international NGOs, and start-ups. His upcoming book is
“Mean Men.” Contact Kristi Hughes at (856)489-8654,
ext. 322; kristi@smithpublicity.com

10. ==> World Heart Day Sept. 29

Every minute of every day a man or woman suffers a
heart attack and yet over 80 percent of them can be
prevented. Sudden first-time heart attacks claim the
lives of many men with no apparent risk factors. Men
who have healthy cholesterol levels, normal blood
pressure, active lives and no family history of heart
disease may still be at risk. Victoria Dupuy’s husband
Dean died at 46 of a heart attack even though he was a
runner and had been proclaimed in excellent health
following a physical exam just months before his sudden
death. In time for World Heart Day, Sept. 29th,
Victoria wants to tell your audience about a simple,
noninvasive, affordable test that detects heart disease
in its earliest, most treatable stage. It’s called a
Coronary Artery Calcium Scan (CACS) and it detects
calcium buildup in arteries. She’ll explain why your
physician is unlikely to suggest you have this test,
how to demand that he or she order it for you or even
how to arrange for the man in your life to have the
test. Victoria heads the nonprofit No More Broken
Hearts, whose mission is to promote awareness of the
CACS. Reach her at (408) 981-1744; vdupuy@sbcglobal.net

11. ==> Kate has Hyperemesis Gravidarum: What’s That?

Buckingham Palace has announced that Kate Middleton,
the Duchess of Cambridge, is pregnant again! It will be
the 3rd child for the royals, and as with her two
previous pregnancies, it appears Kate is suffering from
Hyperemesis Gravidarum. Invite Dr. Kathleen Fry to
explain what that is and how it differs from morning
sickness along with ways to treat both without drugs.
Frequently quoted in Self, Redbook, Ladies Home Journal
and other magazines, Dr. Kathleen Fry is a past
president of the American Holistic Medical Association
(now the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine)
and a Founding Diplomate of the American Board of
Integrative Holistic Medicine. She incorporated
homeopathy into her Ob/Gyn practice in Scottsdale,
Arizona. Now, besides writing and speaking widely about
the health benefits of homeopathy, she practices as a
homeopath in Boulder, Colorado, across the US and
globally. “What’s the Remedy for That? The Definitive
Homeopathy Guide to Mastering Everyday Self-Care
Without Drugs” is her second book. Contact her at (480)
695-1383; drkathi@drkathifry.com

12. ==> How Yoga & Meditation Can Increase Stress

More people than ever are trying yoga and many aren’t
aware of the risks. Dr. Dorena Rode found out the hard
way that yoga and meditation can INCREASE stress. “Yoga
and meditation can bring up unresolved trauma. 54% of
the US population report childhood trauma, but some
people aren’t even aware they have it!” Invite Dorena
to discuss the signs of unresolved trauma that appear
in everyday life and during yoga and meditation, and
what to do when they arise during a class or practice.
Dr. Dorena Rode is an award-winning speaker, author and
life coach. She has a Ph.D. in physiology, a degree in
behavioral health counseling and over twenty years’
experience using alternative modalities to help people
and organizations get unstuck. Contact her at (415)
830-3777; dorenarode@gmail.com

13. ==> The Nest Egg is at Risk – Chickens Can Help

Retirement isn’t the same as it used to be! Dr. K. Kai
Anderson will help the working adults in your audience
rethink and reclaim their retirement possibilities. A
seasoned real estate investment expert, Anderson will
connect the dots between retirement planning and real
estate. Through clever chicken and egg metaphors,
she’ll explain the pitfalls of the current retirement
system and the nuts and bolts of how to plan for the
future using the surprisingly achievable tool of real
estate. You’ll hear valuable insights, profitable
strategies, and sensible dos and don’ts to achieve two
American dreams: homeownership and retirement. Using
the safe and secure tool of rental income, it is still
possible to enjoy those golden years! Dr. K. Kai
Anderson, Ph. D., is the author of “Retire on Real
Estate.” Contact her at (410) 622-5667;
Kai@KKaiAnderson.com

14. ==> Travel Writer: How to Unplug and Go

Overworked, always on call, can’t escape emails or the
office? Struggling to find work-life balance or
meaning? Stanley Crossland II will help your listeners
reset and recharge. Stan, a world traveler,
entrepreneur, life change coach, travel writer and
author can give globetrotting tips on travel,
destinations, accommodations, local experiences,
customs and culture and most importantly – how they all
combine to bring a new outlook on life, meaning and
purpose. Stan encourages others to create their own
journey of healing and understanding through travel,
sharing his experiences from sauntering around numerous
countries to witnessing the magic the world has to
offer. He’ll share what we all can learn from other
cultures, customs, traditions and the profound ways
those experiences can change our perspective and
rekindle our joy for living. Contact Stan at (847)
736-4255; stantheman40@gmail.com

15. ==> New American Nomads: Seniors

Many Americans have faced tough new realities in the
midst of massive changes in the economy and a widening
wealth gap. One hard-hit demographic is senior citizens
– many of whom saw their stable middle-class lives
disappear in the wake of the Great Recession.
Suddenly, in their retirement years, they found
themselves in need of a job in a new economy low on
steady manufacturing and retail jobs and high on short-
term seasonal labor. As a result, to survive they join
an expanding group of modern nomads: men and women who
have given up the stability—and costs—of a home life
and have hit the road in RVs, campervans, and trailers.
Journalist Jessica Bruder immersed herself in this
diverse community, buying a van she dubbed “Halen” and
driving more than 15,000 miles over the course of two
years, meeting modern nomads. She worked alongside them
in Amazon’s CamperForce team of low-wage, seasonal
workers at the company’s fulfillment centers and at the
grueling annual sugar beet harvest in North Dakota. Her
book is “Nomadland: Surviving America in the Twenty-
First Century.” Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703)
646-5137; johanna@jrbcomm.com

September 6, 2017

01. What Happens to the Dreamers Now?
02. After DACA, He Wants to Inspire Dreamers
03. Be Prepared for the Next Disaster
04. Nat Geo’s ‘Wicked Tuna’ Captain
05. ‘It’ – Send in the Scary Clowns
06. Hurricane Aftermath – First Water, Next Deadly Mold
07. How Your Business Can Help Harvey Victims
08. Forget Wash DC – Grow Jobs and Business from Within
09. Why they Didn’t Offer You the Job
10. Jon Runyan – NFL to Congress to Uber Driver?
11. Transgender Soldiers Can Stay… for Now
12. Kate is Preggers & Sick: Hyperemesis Gravidarum
13. Lighten Their Load – Heavy Backpacks & Low Grades
14. Waaah! The Baby Won’t Stop Crying!
15. It’s Happy Cat Month!
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1. ==> What Happens to the Dreamers Now?

The Trump administration has formally announced the end
of DACA — a program that had protected nearly 800,000
young undocumented immigrants brought to the US as
children from deportation. The Department of Homeland
Security will stop processing any new applications and
rescinded the 5-year old Obama administration policy,
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals. “An end to this
program now or in the next six months without a
permanent solution is an attack on families, decency
and American values,” says CASA Executive Director
Gustavo Torres. “It’s going to throw these young
people, who are working and contributing to our
society, out on the streets and into the shadows.” The
National Court Appointed Special Advocate Association
(CASA), together with its state and local member
programs, supports and promotes court-appointed
volunteer advocacy so every abused or neglected child
in the United States can be safe, have a permanent home
and the opportunity to thrive. Contact Fernanda Durand
at (240) 706-2624; FDURAND@WEARECASA.ORG

2. ==> After DACA, He Wants to Inspire Dreamers

Now that the Trump administration has announced it will
do away with the DACA program, many immigrants who came
to American illegally with their parents are in
jeopardy of deportation—including hundreds of thousands
who live in the Houston area who are also coping with
Hurricane Harvey’s devastation. Wanny Huynh whose own
parents emigrated from Vietnam 34 years ago when he was
8, wants to give them hope using his own life story and
the lessons he learned as fodder. He’ll tell your
listeners that when his parents attempted to flee
Vietnam for Cambodia, he and his 10-year-old brother
were separated from the family by the Khmer Rouge.
During that two-month separation, he and his brother
wandered around looking for their mother before being
taken in by a soldier whose wife treated them like
child slaves. Wanny will share his parents’ journey to
America as well as how at 32 he ended up broke and
homeless after the real estate crash before studying
other successful people and pulling himself back to
independence. Wanny’s latest book is “Hope: The Path to
Happiness, Opportunity, Prosperity and Enjoyment.”
During the month of September, he is donating all
profits from its sale to Hurricane Harvey relief
efforts. Reach him at (651) 398-4677 or
Wannyh27@msn.com

3. ==> Be Prepared for the Next Disaster

Are you prepared for a hurricane, a major earthquake, a
cyber-attack or a nuclear attack from North Korea?
Preparedness is more than just stocking some extra food
and water. Attacks and natural disasters can also
disrupt and destroy the systems we rely on: the power
grid, internet, cell phone service, roads and
transportation, hospitals, food supply, our homes,
cars, businesses, and more. As we have seen from the
devastation wrought by Hurricane Harvey, mass
disruption lasts long after a disaster and can get
worse over time. But how can we plan for the unknown?
Robin Burk, Ph.D., MBA, offers important steps you can
take now to plan for potential attacks and disasters.
An expert on network science, was in charge of the
Defense Threat Reduction Agency’s interdependent
networks research. The DTRA is an organization tasked
with safeguarding national infrastructure against
weapons of mass destruction. Burk has been featured in
Wired, on MSNBC and on dozens of radio shows. She is
the author of the upcoming book “How to Thrive in an
Uncertain World.” Contact her at (703) 346-4448;
robin.kowalchuk.burk@gmail.com

4. ==> Nat Geo’s ‘Wicked Tuna’ Captain

Fans of the Nat Geo show Wicked Tuna know the show is
gearing up for the finale. With just days left in the
season, it’s the closest competition in Outer Banks
history. One good fish separates the winner from the
rest of the fleet, and the standings can change with
every weigh-in. As the clock ticks down, the captains
fish harder than ever to bring in the last catches.
Captain Greg Mayer of the Fishin’ Frenzy has won the
last three seasons, can another captain defeat him and
claim the top spot? Wicked Tuna Captain Charlie Griffin
of the Reels of Fortune is available for interviews
this Friday. Wicked Tuna: Outer Banks has its season
finale on Sunday, September 17th. Contact Johanna
Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137; johanna@jrbcomm.com.

5. ==> ‘It’ – Send in the Scary Clowns

Pennywise, the scary clown in the new Stephen King
movie It, is sure to bring out Coulrophobia—the fear of
clowns—in many horror fans who see the movie. In fact,
even the World Clown Association is worried about the
effect the movie may have on the clown profession.
Kalliope Barlis, an expert on releasing phobias, says
fear of clowns is more common than you’d expect and
recalls treating one woman who was so upset by a clown
sighting on the street that she abandoned her infant in
his carriage. Invite Barlis, a licensed NLP trainer and
doctor of acupuncture, on your show to talk about clown
phobia, what causes it and how it can be treated; the
same process can be used to treat other phobias too.
Barlis has appeared on CBS, NBC, Fox and SiriusXM,
among other media outlets and has helped thousands of
people conquer their phobias. She is the author of
“Phobia Relief.” Contact her at (718) 751-5105;
As@PhobiaReliefDay.org

6. ==> Hurricane Aftermath – First Water, Next Deadly
Mold

The sun may finally be out in Houston, but there’s
still an invisible threat that residents will neither
understand nor respect and Dr. John Trowbridge says
they will die … slowly. “Here’s the simple story of the
tragedy: people will be exposed to fungal/moldy growth
for weeks/months/years in their homes and offices, they
will
come down with a wide variety of illnesses and will be
seen and
inadequately treated by ‘organ-specific’ doctors who
fail to understand that serious illness is taking hold
and will slowly destroy their lives.” Trowbridge has
spent his career researching and treating diseases
associated with internal infections of yeast and
fungus. He diagnoses and treats “deep blood fungus”
that appears to explain “the inexplicable diseases” —
cancers of all kinds, leukemia, low blood counts,
immune dysfunction syndromes, RA, lupus, MS, sudden
kidney failure, worsening diabetes, and many more.
Trowbridge practices in Houston and has hosted
nationally syndicated and local radio programs. He’s
the author of “The Yeast Syndrome.” Contact him at
(832) 472-3683 (cell); fixpain@earthlink.net

7. ==> How Your Business Can Help Harvey Victims

Every natural disaster leaves lasting footprints. You
can still see the water lines on surviving buildings in
New Orleans over a decade later, and now Hurricane
Harvey is recklessly disrupting lives along the Gulf of
Mexico. Ava Waits says, “It’s times like these that the
rest of the country and the world step in to help. On
top of help from individuals, it’s also an opportunity
for many businesses to provide valuable resources for
people affected by disasters.” Waits will explain how
small businesses and massive companies can best help
out during relief efforts. She’ll share how employers
can encourage their employees to get involved, and how
businesses can also inspire their customers to pitch
in. She’ll also explain why it’s important to go about
it the right way and how doing it the wrong way could
tarnish your business reputation. Waits is a speaker,
sales trainer, entrepreneurship mentor, and author of
the upcoming book, “A Woman’s Treasure: Grow a Business
Where Making Money Feels Like Bliss.” Contact her at
(206) 669-3334; Support@AvaWaits.com

8. ==> Forget Wash DC – Grow Jobs and Business from
Within

In a month that’s seen multiple business executives
appointed to White House advisory councils quit and
other panels – including one on manufacturing and the
creation of jobs – disbanded, is all lost on growing
our economy? No. Business leaders all over the
country are doubling down on innovative techniques to
tackle job creation, develop new products and create
new opportunities for workers and consumers all over
the country. Dr. Brett Trusko, president of Int’l
Assn. of Innovation Professionals, can give examples of
how American business are finding ways to prosper and
grow in unstable times. To schedule an interview,
contact The Zephyr Group, info@groupzephyr.com, (505)
466-2770.

9. ==> Why they Didn’t Offer You the Job

You got the interview but never heard back? What went
wrong? Did you commit an egregious ‘verbal tweet’ or
ramble on and say too much? Did you sabotage your own
job interview? Career management expert, Mike Gellman,
says most people fail to adequately prepare and
practice ahead of time. “We are often our own worst
enemy. Naturally, we may be nervous when interviewing
and often blurt out inappropriate things in response to
a question or ramble on and on with no end in sight.”
Gellman will share four things listeners of all ages
can do to ace their interviews and help ensure they get
a job offer. Mike Gellman is a career coach, speaker,
and author of “Pipe Dreams: 7 Pipelines of Career
Success.” Contact him at (858) 692-5920 or
mike@mikegellman.com.

10. ==> Jon Runyan – NFL to Congress to Uber Driver?

Former NFLer Jon Runyan recently revealed he sometimes
drives an Uber. Surely, the football star and former
Congressman isn’t doing it for the money, but many baby
boomers ARE! It’s tough to transition jobs when you’re
older, let alone keep the one you have! Many need to
work longer to fund their retirements but are hampered
by ageism and low-ball salary offers, just for
starters. Diane Huth knows what boomers need to do to
get hired. In a potentially life-changing interview
she’ll share what to say to an interviewer who suggests
you are overqualified; how to avoid the five biggest
mistakes job-seeking boomers make so they don’t end up
working for Wal-Mart, and 12 key strategies that can
help boomers keep their current jobs or find satisfying
employment for as long as they want to work. This will
include a discussion of how to look younger without
looking silly, how to look tech savvy and why you might
need to hide photos of your grandchildren. She is the
author of the upcoming book “Re-BRAND You to Re-INVENT
Your Career,” due in the fall. Reach her at (210)
601-7852 or diane@BrandYouGuide.com

11. ==> Transgender Soldiers Can Stay… for Now

Defense Secretary James Mattis says transgender troops
can continue to serve in the military pending a study,
but President Trump’s ban is set to take effect next
March. Seth Rainess — a transgender activist — can
discuss the rollback of transgender rights occurring
under the Trump administration. Seth says, “Trump’s
directive shows his lack of care for American citizens.
His is not an evidence-based decision. Trans troops
have been in the armed forces for many years. The cost
of medical expenses for transitioning individuals pales
in comparison to what it costs to fly to Mar-a-lago for
weekends.” Seth will also point out that the best
military in the world, the Israeli Army, allows
transgender troops to openly serve. Seth’s book is
“Real Talk for Teens: Jump Start Guide to Gender
Transition and Beyond.” His mission is to alleviate the
still prevalent fears and misconceptions people have
about transgender people and he’s been featured in Time
and numerous media outlets. Reach him at (732) 620-4300
(cell); (732) 291-6090 (landline) or
sjrainess@yahoo.com

12. ==> Kate is Preggers & Sick: Hyperemesis Gravidarum

Buckingham Palace has announced that Kate Middleton,
the Duchess of Cambridge, is pregnant again! It will be
the 3rd child for the royals, and as with her two
previous pregnancies, it appears Kate is suffering from
Hyperemesis Gravidarum. Invite Dr. Kathleen Fry to
explain what that is and how it differs from morning
sickness along with ways to treat both without drugs.
Frequently quoted in Self, Redbook, Ladies Home Journal
and other magazines, Dr. Kathleen Fry is a past
president of the American Holistic Medical Association
(now the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine)
and a Founding Diplomate of the American Board of
Integrative Holistic Medicine. She incorporated
homeopathy into her Ob/Gyn practice in Scottsdale,
Arizona. Now, besides writing and speaking widely about
the health benefits of homeopathy, she practices as a
homeopath in Boulder, Colorado, across the US and
globally. “What’s the Remedy for That? The Definitive
Homeopathy Guide to Mastering Everyday Self-Care
Without Drugs” is her second book. Contact her at (480)
695-1383; drkathi@drkathifry.com

13. ==> Lighten Their Load – Heavy Backpacks & Low
Grades

You may know that heavy backpacks are tough on kids’
backs, but carrying books and school supplies in a
backpack can actually lower school grades up to a full
letter grade and more by chronically reducing brain
oxygen! “School administrators inexplicably require
students to carry their textbook with their breathing
muscles,” says Bob Prichard, “not realizing that the
brain requires 10X more oxygen than any other part of
the body. The effects of daily carrying a school
backpack last far beyond school and can impair
productivity, promotions and pay raises at work.”
Prichard will explain what parents should look for in a
backpack, alternatives to backpacks, and why adults
should pay heed to what and how they’re carrying their
own backpacks and messenger bags. Prichard runs the
Somax Performance Institute where for over 40 years he
has been helping athletes improve their efficiency and
flexibility. For example, 18 Olympic athletes he worked
with have won 44 gold medals and set 11 world records.
An NBC Sports Olympics on-air analyst, he’s written for
many periodicals and his sports analysis videos have
over 5M views on YouTube. His new book is “Are You
Starving Your Brain of Oxygen?” Contact him at (415)
435-9880 (CA); bprichard@somaxsports.com

14. ==> Waaah! The Baby Won’t Stop Crying!

A screaming baby is nearly impossible to ignore whether
you are the parent or someone stuck in close proximity
like on that dreaded airplane ride or in a restaurant.
But how much do your listeners really understand about
babies who are incessant criers and their desperate
parents? You’ll find out when you have scientific
researcher Kristine Smith on your show. The author of
the upcoming book “The Essential Crying Baby Book” and
the parent of a formerly colicky baby (now a happy
grade-school kid) can touch on such topics as: Are we
too hard on parents of crying babies? What percent of
babies cry relentlessly for hours for no apparent
reason? Are there reliable shortcuts for stopping the
crying? How does parenting a fussy baby really affect
new moms and dads? What is the Purple Crying Curve?
Kristine’s topic is an important one as excessive
crying is the No. 1 reason parents take their babies to
the pediatrician in the first year and, in extreme
cases, can lead to maternal depression, developmental
delays, and Shaken Baby Syndrome. Reach her at (818)
209-0132; kristinesmith22@gmail.com

15. ==> It’s Happy Cat Month!

September is Happy (Healthy) Cat Month, a time to
celebrate the loving yet independent nature of felines
who graciously share their house with us. But did you
know that cats, in their own way, can also promote the
health of their humans? Carlyn Montes De Oca can
discuss the myriad ways cats enrich people’s lives and
why keeping our kittens and cats healthy ultimately
benefits us. For example, she’ll explain everything you
need to know about purring; did you know that a cat’s
purr can help them heal their bodies while at the same
time can calm our minds? She’ll also share how we can
learn to be more fit by emulating our cat’s behavior
(think performing stretches, eating smaller meals and
getting better sleep) and why you should be happy when
your cat walks on your computer keyboard when you are
trying to get work done. Carlyn is the author of the
award-winning “Dog As My Doctor, Cat As My Nurse: An
Animal Lover’s Guide to a Healthy, Happy and
Extraordinary Life.” She is also the founder of The
Animal-Human Health Connection, which focuses on
bringing awareness to the many powerful ways that
animals enhance human health, happiness, and longevity.
Reach her at (415) 306-1853 or
cmdo@AnimalHumanHealth.com

01. Harvey Leadership – History Repeats Itself
02. Hurricane Aftermath – First Water, Next Deadly Mold
03. How Your Business Can Help Harvey Victims
04. When All Your Records Are Under Water
05. Post Harvey, A Fossil Fuel-Free Railway System?
06. Harvey: NOW Can We Talk About Climate Change?
07. Transgender Soldiers Can Stay… for Now
08. Labor Day and NAFTA
09. UK Parents Desperate for U.S. Doc to Save Son
10. Dunkirk: The Whole Story
11. Jon Runyan – NFL to Congress to Uber Driver?
12. How to Survive a Mean Teacher
13. September is Pain Awareness Month
14. When That Baby Won’t Stop Crying!
15. Can Yoga & Meditation Increase Stress?
=======================================

1. ==> Harvey Leadership – History Repeats Itself

As we watch the devastation of this week’s torrential
rains and flooding in Texas and beyond, John Tures
says, “Sadly, as Hurricane Harvey has illustrated, we
haven’t learned the lessons of Hurricane Katrina.” From
Houston’s mayor ordering evacuations too late to
President Donald Trump, who was on vacation and then
held a press conference with Finland as the storm
swirled around Houston, Tures says leadership is
lacking. “Leadership isn’t about verbally declaring a
disaster area, or signing the paperwork and letting the
locals sort it out. It’s about working with climate
scientists to forecast problems before they get out of
control, personally making sure key resources get from
point A to point B, putting Finland on hold (I’m sure
they’ll understand) and making the tough decisions on
evacuations, even if you face media criticism later for
‘overreacting’ should the storm move elsewhere.” He
adds, “Some of that leadership can be learned from
Texans on the ground, who took the initiative and
didn’t worry how they looked on camera or skipped their
vacation before making their way to a flooded nursing
home.” Tures is a professor of political science at
LaGrange College. Contact him at jtures@lagrange.edu or
on Twitter @JohnTures2

2. ==> Hurricane Aftermath – First Water, Next Deadly
Mold

Now that the flood waters have inundated not just
bayous and roads but homes and commercial buildings,
residents are poised for an epidemic they will neither
understand nor respect and Dr. John Trowbridge says
they will die … slowly. “Here’s the simple story of the
tragedy: people will be exposed to fungal/moldy growth
for weeks/months/years in their homes and offices, they
will come down with a wide variety of illnesses and
will be seen and inadequately treated by ‘organ-
specific’ doctors who fail to understand that serious
illness is taking hold and will slowly destroy their
lives.” Trowbridge has spent his career researching and
treating diseases associated with internal infections
of yeast and fungus. He diagnoses and treats “deep
blood fungus” that appears to explain “the inexplicable
diseases” — cancers of all kinds, leukemia, low blood
counts, immune dysfunction syndromes, RA, lupus, MS,
sudden kidney failure, worsening diabetes, and many
more. Trowbridge practices in Houston and has hosted
nationally syndicated and local radio programs. He’s
the author of “The Yeast Syndrome.” Contact him at
(832) 472-3683 (cell); fixpain@earthlink.net

3. ==> How Your Business Can Help Harvey Victims

Every natural disaster leaves lasting footprints. You
can still see the water lines on surviving buildings in
New Orleans over a decade later, and now Hurricane
Harvey is recklessly disrupting lives along the Gulf of
Mexico. Ava Waits says, “It’s times like these that the
rest of the country and the world step in to help. On
top of help from individuals, it’s also an opportunity
for many businesses to provide valuable resources for
people affected by disasters.” Waits will explain how
small businesses and massive companies can best help
out during relief efforts. She’ll share how employers
can encourage their employees to get involved, and how
businesses can also inspire their customers to pitch
in. She’ll also explain why it’s important to go about
it the right way and how doing it the wrong way could
tarnish your business reputation. Waits is a speaker,
sales trainer, entrepreneurship mentor, and author of
the upcoming book, “A Woman’s Treasure: Grow a Business
Where Making Money Feels Like Bliss.” Contact her at
(206) 669-3334; Support@AvaWaits.com

4. ==> When All Your Records Are Under Water

Victims face a myriad of obstacles in the aftermath of
a disaster like Hurricane Harvey. With entire homes
swept away and families displaced, imagine, once safe,
you realize all of your financial records, important
documents and tax returns are gone. What do you do?
Invite tax and financial expert Abby Eisenkraft to
explain how to rebuild your financial records and ways
to avoid this type of problem in the future. Eisenkraft
is the author of “101 Ways to Stay Off the IRS Radar.”
Frequently quoted by the press, she is one of the
leading experts on IRS problems and how to avoid them.
Contact her at (347) 598-0111;
abby@reallifetaxadvice.com

5. ==> Post-Harvey, A Fossil Fuel-Free Railway System?

Could Hurricane Harvey’s devastating effects on
domestic oil and gas production – and anticipated price
spikes – finally prove a catalyst to the approval of
an electrified rail system, especially one that’s
powered almost exclusively by solar and wind power?
Introduce your listeners to Solutionary Rail, a cleanly
powered, carbon emission-free railway system that’s
been lauded by some of the top names in transportation
and environment as a critical answer to America’s
transport of people, freight and food. The project is
part of the Backbone Campaign, a grassroots effort to
embolden citizens and elected officials to stand up for
progressive values. Started in 2003, the group teaches
artful activism and creative strategies to make protest
bold, fun, visible, and effective. To arrange an
interview with the non-profit project’s authors at
Backbone Campaign, contact The Zephyr Group at (505)
466-2770, info@groupzephyr.com

6. ==> Harvey: NOW Can We Talk About Climate Change?

Scientists know climate change is affecting Americans
now, but many in power turn a blind eye. How many
calamities and broken weather records will we require
before taking responsibility for our role in creating,
or at least worsening, so-called “natural” disasters
such as Hurricane Harvey? How high a price – in deaths,
disease, trauma, dislocation, property damage, and
money – are we willing to pay for the luxury of
inaction? Ellen Moyer, Ph.D., says climate change and
other environmental insults such as wetland destruction
exact a high price. “What we don’t know can definitely
hurt us, and is hurting us now. Government needs to
advise us about the costs so we can decide whether to
address environmental damage in order to prevent or
lessen such misery. If a preventive approach costs
less, we deserve to know!” Moyer will discuss practical
and cost-effective ways to create better weather and a
healthier world for ourselves. Moyer is a registered
professional engineer with a B.A. in anthropology, an
M.S. in environmental engineering, a Ph.D. in civil
engineering, and 30 years of environmental engineering
experience. “Our Earth, Our Species, Our Selves: How to
Thrive While Creating a Sustainable World” is her third
book, and she is a regular contributor to “The
Huffington Post.” Contact her at (413) 862-3452;
ellenmoyer@em-green.com

7. ==> Transgender Soldiers Can Stay… for Now

Defense Secretary James Mattis says transgender troops
can continue to serve in the military pending a study,
but President Trump’s ban is set to take effect next
March. Seth Rainess — a transgender activist — can
discuss the rollback of transgender rights occurring
under the Trump administration. Seth says, “Trump’s
directive shows his lack of care for American citizens.
His is not an evidence-based decision. Trans troops
have been in the armed forces for many years. The cost
of medical expenses for transitioning individuals pales
in comparison to what it costs to fly to Mar-a-lago for
weekends.” Seth will also point out that the best
military in the world, the Israeli Army, allows
transgender troops to openly serve. Seth’s book is
“Real Talk for Teens: Jump Start Guide to Gender
Transition and Beyond.” His mission is to alleviate the
still prevalent fears and misconceptions people have
about transgender people and he’s been featured in Time
and numerous media outlets. Reach him at (732) 620-4300
(cell); (732) 291-6090 (landline) or
sjrainess@yahoo.com

8. ==> Labor Day and NAFTA

Mexico and Canada are being “very difficult” in
negotiations for the new NAFTA, President Trump said
with the second round of talks to begin on Friday,
adding in a tweet, “may have to terminate?” At issue is
the chronic trade deficit with Mexico, with the U.S.
importing some $60 billion more in goods from Mexico
than it exports there. Those lost dollars mean lost
jobs and lower wages, says James A. Stuber, author of
the new book, “What if Things Were Made in America
Again.” Stuber says only consumers can solve the NAFTA
problem, and the best thing we could do to help our
workers this Labor Day is to bring some of our spending
home. “If Nabisco and Carrier know that American
consumers won’t buy cookies and air conditioners made
in Mexico, they won’t move their U.S.-bound production
there. Through the power of consumer choice, we can
stop sending jobs abroad, and start bringing them
home.” Stuber is the founder of Made in America Again,
a movement of consumers dedicated to rebuilding the
American middle class by buying things made in American
communities. He is an attorney and entrepreneur who
formerly served as legislative assistant to a member of
the United States House of Representatives. Contact him
at (610) 608-5074;
james.stuber@themadeinamericabook.com

9. ==> UK Parents Desperate for U.S. Doc to Save Son

In the wake of the Charlie Gard tragedy where a British
infant was denied medical treatment by UK courts, the
parents of 15-month-old Alfie Evans are desperately
trying to find a specialist in the U.S. with
mitochondrial/epilepsy/coma expertise to treat their
son’s yet undiagnosed condition before UK courts
interfere in the case. Alfie was born healthy but was
admitted to the hospital after getting a chest
infection that caused epileptic seizures, which
resulted in him being placed on life support. His
parents were told he only had hours to live so they had
him christened in the hospital. Alfie has been fighting
to stay alive but the doctors have indicated that his
parents should withdraw life support and “allow him to
die peacefully” because that’s “in his best interest.”
With time running out, the response to this desperate
search for a doctor who can diagnose and treat Alfie
has gone global. Volunteers, known as Alfie’s Army,
have mobilized in an effort to raise money to bring
Alfie abroad for treatment. Contact Sarah Evans at
011-44-(783) 590-3096 (UK) or sarah_evans_3@icloud.com

10. ==> Dunkirk: The Whole Story

On the heels of the summer blockbuster film Dunkirk,
invite Michael Korda to share the larger story of the
turning point in World War II history when over 300,000
Allied troops were trapped off the coast of France and
a ragtag fleet of civilian fishing boats, pleasure
crafts, and ferries came to their rescue. He’ll discuss
the figures and consequences around Germany’s
blitzkrieg into Belgium, France, and the Netherlands in
May 1940, while interweaving his own memories as a
child bystander across the Channel. Korda is an author
and former editor-in-chief of Simon & Schuster. His
latest book is “Alone: Britain, Churchill, and Dunkirk:
Defeat into Victory.” Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at
(703) 646-5137; johanna@jrbcomm.com

11. ==> Jon Runyan – NFL to Congress to Uber Driver?

Former NFLer Jon Runyan recently revealed he sometimes
drives an Uber. Surely, the football star and former
congressman isn’t doing it for the money, but many baby
boomers ARE! It’s tough to transition jobs when you’re
older, let alone keep the one you have. Many need to
work longer to fund their retirements but are hampered
by ageism and low-ball salary offers, just for
starters. Diane Huth knows what boomers need to do to
get hired. In a potentially life-changing interview
she’ll share what to say to an interviewer who suggests
you are overqualified; how to avoid the five biggest
mistakes job-seeking boomers make so they don’t end up
working for Wal-Mart, and 12 key strategies that can
help boomers keep their current jobs or find satisfying
employment for as long as they want to work. This will
include a discussion of how to look younger without
looking silly, how to look tech savvy and why you might
need to hide photos of your grandchildren. She is the
author of the upcoming book “Re-BRAND You to Re-INVENT
Your Career,” due in the fall. Reach her at (210)
601-7852; diane@BrandYouGuide.com

12. ==> How to Survive a Mean Teacher

Teaching, according to multiple lists, is one of the
top 20 stressful jobs available and is often ranked in
the top five of the worst careers in America. The
stress of dealing with children, the constant scrutiny
of parents and administrators, and pressure for
improved scores weigh heavily on the shoulders of both
beginning and veteran teachers. For some, the result is
an attitude and teaching personality that leaves
students and their parents cold, afraid, and dreading
the year ahead. Dee Rodgers, an educational veteran of
more than 30 years, can discuss ways parents and their
children can survive the classrooms of negative
teachers. Rodgers spent 27 years in the classroom and
served another four as a campus administrator. She is
currently employed as a special education teacher in
Texas and is the author of “Renew Your Teaching Spirit:
Help for Teachers Struggling to Stay in the Classroom.”
Contact her at (979) 665-7590; dee@deerodg.com

13. ==> September is Pain Awareness Month

In the mid-90s pharmaceutical companies convinced
doctors and insurance companies that the best chronic
pain treatment was opioids. We all know how that went,
as we now deal with a nationwide opioid epidemic that’s
killing nearly 100 Americans a day. Today, doctors are
understandably hesitant to prescribe the drugs, but
that leaves millions of people in pain without any real
alternatives to find relief. Chronic pain expert Cindy
Perlin says the needs of pain patients have been
forgotten. Invite her to discuss non-opioid pain
options, why insurance companies rarely pay for
alternative treatments, and what pain sufferers can do
to get the help they need. Perlin is a licensed
clinical social worker, certified biofeedback
practitioner, chronic pain survivor and the author of
“The Truth About Chronic Pain Treatments: The Best and
Worst Strategies for Becoming Pain Free” and the
upcoming “Pot for Pain Relief: How to Safely Use
Medical Marijuana to Feel Better.” Perlin, a frequent
media guest, is in private practice in the Albany, NY
area where she has been helping her clients achieve
their health and wellness goals for over 25 years.
Contact her at (518) 439-6431; cperlin@nycap.rr.com

14. ==> When That Baby Won’t Stop Crying!

A screaming baby is nearly impossible to ignore whether
you are the parent or someone stuck in close proximity
like on that dreaded airplane ride or in a restaurant.
But how much do your listeners really understand about
babies who are incessant criers and their desperate
parents? You’ll find out when you have scientific
researcher Kristine Smith on your show. The author of
the upcoming book “The Essential Crying Baby Book” and
the parent of a formerly colicky baby (now a happy
grade-school kid) can touch on such topics as: Are we
too hard on parents of crying babies? What percent of
babies cry relentlessly for hours for no apparent
reason? Are there reliable shortcuts for stopping the
crying? How does parenting a fussy baby really affect
new moms and dads? What is the Purple Crying Curve?
Kristine’s topic is an important one as excessive
crying is the No. 1 reason parents take their babies to
the pediatrician in the first year and, in extreme
cases, can lead to maternal depression, developmental
delays, and Shaken Baby Syndrome. Reach her at (818)
209-0132; kristinesmith22@gmail.com

15. ==> Can Yoga & Meditation Increase Stress?

More people than ever are trying yoga and many aren’t
aware of the risks. Dr. Dorena Rode found out the hard
way that yoga and meditation can INCREASE stress. “Yoga
and meditation can bring up unresolved trauma. Fifty-
four percent of the U.S. population report childhood
trauma, but some people aren’t even aware they have
it!” Invite Dorena to discuss the signs of unresolved
trauma that appear in everyday life and during yoga and
meditation, and what to do when they arise during a
class or practice. Dorena is an award-winning speaker,
author and life coach. She has a Ph.D. in physiology, a
degree in behavioral health counseling and over 20
years’ experience using alternative modalities to help
people and organizations get unstuck. Contact her at
(415) 830-3777; dorenarode@gmail.com

01. Who Wins in Amazon/Whole Foods Merger?
02. Harvey: NOW Can We Talk About Climate Change?
03. When Your Life is Under Water – How to Recover
04. Labor Day and NAFTA
05. Seniors are the New American Nomads
06. UK Parents Desperate for U.S. Doc to Save Son
07. Trump Moves Ahead with Transgender Ban
08. America’s Vets Need Your Help
09. BTS for Parents: Uh-Oh, the Principal Called
10. Parents Need Homework Help, Too!
11. Backpacks Linked to Lower Grades
12. Test Stress – Help for Anxious Kids
13. What If You Could Prevent Alzheimer’s?
14. Millions Unaware They Have this Silent Disease
15. Not Popular? That’s Good for Your Mental Health!
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1. ==> Who Wins in Amazon/Whole Foods Merger?

As of Monday, Amazon and Whole Foods have merged, but
not everyone is happy. The group Food and Water Watch
has released a statement blasting the Federal Trade
Commission for rashly rubber stamping the $14 billion
merger—to the detriment of farmers and consumers across
the U.S. The statement reads in part: “On the campaign
trail, Trump vilified Amazon as an unfair e-commerce
monopoly, but his administration quietly approved a
deal that will affect farmers and consumers coast-to-
coast. The past few years have seen an agribusiness,
supermarket and food company mega-merger mania that is
harming farmers and consumers, and the federal
antitrust regulators have been asleep at the switch —
under both Trump and Obama. It is long past time for
Washington to stand up to the merger mania sweeping
everything from seed companies to supermarkets into its
monopolist maw.” Contact Patrick Woodall, research
director and senior policy advocate at FWW, at
pwoodall@fwwatch.org or Patty Lovera at
plovera@fwwatch.org, @foodandwater

2. ==> Harvey: NOW Can We Talk About Climate Change?

Scientists know climate change is affecting Americans
now, but many in power turn a blind eye. How many
calamities and broken weather records will we require
before taking responsibility for our role in creating,
or at least worsening, so-called “natural” disasters
such as Tropical Storm Harvey? How high a price—in
deaths, disease, trauma, dislocation, property damage,
and money—are we willing to pay for the luxury of
inaction? Ellen Moyer, Ph.D., says climate change and
other environmental insults such as wetland destruction
exact a high price. “What we don’t know can definitely
hurt us, and is hurting us now. Government needs to
advise us about the costs so we can decide whether to
address environmental damage in order to prevent or
lessen such misery. If a preventive approach costs
less, we deserve to know!” Moyer will discuss practical
and cost-effective ways to create better weather and a
healthier world for ourselves. Moyer is a registered
professional engineer with a B.A. in anthropology, an
M.S. in environmental engineering, a Ph.D. in civil
engineering, and 30 years of environmental engineering
experience. “Our Earth, Our Species, Our Selves: How to
Thrive While Creating a Sustainable World” is her third
book, and she is a regular contributor to “The
Huffington Post.” Contact her at (413) 862-3452;
ellenmoyer@em-green.com

3. ==> When Your Life is Under Water – How to Recover

Victims face a myriad of obstacles in the aftermath of
a disaster like Tropical Storm Harvey. With entire
homes swept away and families displaced, imagine, once
safe, you realize all of your financial records,
important documents and tax returns are gone. What do
you do? Invite tax and financial expert Abby Eisenkraft
to explain how to rebuild your financial records and
ways to avoid this type of problem in the future.
Eisenkraft is the author of “101 Ways to Stay Off the
IRS Radar.” Frequently quoted by the press, she is one
of the leading experts on IRS problems and how to avoid
them. Contact her at (347) 598-0111;
abby@reallifetaxadvice.com

4. ==> Labor Day and NAFTA

Mexico and Canada are being “very difficult” in
negotiations for the new NAFTA, President Trump said
with the second round of talks to begin on Friday,
adding in a tweet, “may have to terminate?” At issue is
the chronic trade deficit with Mexico, with the U.S.
importing some $60 billion more in goods from Mexico
than it exports there. Those lost dollars mean lost
jobs and lower wages, says James A. Stuber, author of
the new book, “What if Things Were Made in America
Again.” Stuber says only consumers can solve the NAFTA
problem, and the best thing we could do to help our
workers this Labor Day is to bring some of our spending
home. “If Nabisco and Carrier know that American
consumers won’t buy cookies and air conditioners made
in Mexico, they won’t move their U.S.-bound production
there. Through the power of consumer choice, we can
stop sending jobs abroad, and start bringing them
home.” Stuber is the founder of Made in America Again,
a movement of consumers dedicated to rebuilding the
American middle class by buying things made in American
communities. He is an attorney and entrepreneur who
formerly served as legislative assistant to a member of
the United States House of Representatives. Contact him
at (610) 608-5074;
james.stuber@themadeinamericabook.com

5. ==> Seniors are the New American Nomads

Many Americans have faced tough new realities in the
midst of massive changes in the economy and a widening
wealth gap. One hard-hit demographic is senior citizens
—many of whom saw their stable middle-class lives
disappear in the wake of the Great Recession. Suddenly,
in their retirement years, they found themselves in
need of a job in a new economy low on steady
manufacturing and retail jobs and high on short-term
seasonal labor. As a result, to survive they join an
expanding group of modern nomads: men and women who
have given up the stability—and costs—of a home life
and have hit the road in RVs, campervans, and trailers.
Journalist Jessica Bruder immersed herself in this
diverse community, buying a van she dubbed “Halen” and
driving more than 15,000 miles over the course of two
years, meeting modern nomads. She worked alongside them
in Amazon’s CamperForce team of low-wage, seasonal
workers at the company’s fulfillment centers and at the
grueling annual sugar beet harvest in North Dakota. Her
book is “Nomadland: Surviving America in the Twenty-
First Century.” Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703)
646-5137; johanna@jrbcomm.com

6. ==> UK Parents Desperate for U.S. Doc to Save Son

In the wake of the Charlie Gard tragedy where a British
infant was denied medical treatment by UK courts, the
parents of 15-month-old Alfie Evans are desperately
trying to find a specialist in the U.S. with
mitochondrial/epilepsy/coma expertise to treat their
son’s yet undiagnosed condition before UK courts
interfere in the case. Alfie was born healthy but was
admitted to the hospital after getting a chest
infection that caused epileptic seizures, which
resulted in him being placed on life support. His
parents were told he only had hours to live so they had
him christened in the hospital. Alfie has been fighting
to stay alive but the doctors have indicated that his
parents should withdraw life support and “allow him to
die peacefully” because that’s “in his best interest.”
With time running out, the response to this desperate
search for a doctor who can diagnose and treat Alfie
has gone global. Volunteers, known as Alfie’s Army,
have mobilized in an effort to raise money to bring
Alfie abroad for treatment. Contact Sarah Evans at
011-44-(783) 590-3096 (UK) or sarah_evans_3@icloud.com

7. ==> Trump Moves Ahead with Transgender Ban

Last Friday, Donald Trump signed a directive that could
lead to banning transgender people from serving in the
military. Yesterday, the ACLU announced it was suing
the Trump administration over the policy that may
affect the estimated 2,000 to 11,000 transgender
soldiers currently serving their country. With this
topic all over the news, now is the time to bring Seth
Rainess—a transgender activist—on your program to
discuss the rollback in transgender rights occurring
under the Trump administration. Seth says, “Trump’s
directive shows his lack of care for American citizens.
His is not an evidence-based decision. Trans troops
have been in the armed forces for many years. The cost
of medical expenses for transitioning individuals pales
in comparison to what it costs to fly to Mar-a-lago for
weekends.” Seth will also point out that the best
military in the world, the Israeli Army, allows
transgender troops to openly serve. Seth’s book is
“Real Talk for Teens: Jump Start Guide to Gender
Transition and Beyond.” His mission is to alleviate the
still prevalent fears and misconceptions people have
about transgender people and he’s been featured
in Time and numerous media outlets. Reach him at (732)
620-4300 (cell); (732) 291-6090 (landline)
or sjrainess@yahoo.com

8. ==> America’s Vets Need Your Help

Every day in the U.S. 50,000 military veterans
experience homelessness and 21 vets commit suicide.
These are men and women who have given their all for
their country and deserve a better, smoother process
when they transition from the armed forces to civilian
life. To help them (and their families) take advantage
of all the services that are available to them
interview Jennifer Hammond. She wrote “101+ Resources
for Veterans: The Ultimate Resource Guide” with
participation from the nonprofit group A Hero
Foundation. Jennifer is passionate about helping
veterans, having been adopted as a teenager by a
military family. A SiriusXM radio host, Jennifer has
brought veterans issues to light while interviewing
seven congressmen on Capitol Hill for the Veterans
Legislative Forum, the Veterans Homelessness Forum, and
the Military Family Housing Forum. She can discuss
organizations all military families should know about
and what we need to do to end homelessness among
veterans. Reach her at (202) 345-2343;
jhammond@ttrsir.com

9. ==> BTS for Parents: Uh-Oh, the Principal Called

You may have their backpacks and new pencils and
clothes, but back-to-school isn’t just about getting
kids ready. Parents need some help understanding what’s
expected in school, and how they can prepare kids.
Retired elementary school principal Susan Colton can
discuss everything from what to do if your child’s
principal wants to see you to how to get the most out
of Back-to-School Night to what to expect under Betsy
DeVos and how we can reverse the corporate takeover of
public schools. The author of the upcoming book
“Principal’s Passion: A Quest for Quality Public
Education,” she was once told she would never be a
principal because she was too nice. Nevertheless,
Colton was principal of two elementary schools. She was
named a National Distinguished Principal during her 22
years holding that position. Contact her at (954)
786-8220 or scolton@bellsouth.net

10. ==> Parents Need Homework Help, Too!

Back-to-school means the return of nightly homework for
most students. But are you smart enough to help your
kid with their homework? Can you explain the
Pythagorean Theorem or recite the details of the Battle
of Bunker Hill? Maybe you don’t have to. Adrian Ridner,
CEO and co-founder of Study.com, has some ideas on how
parents can use online resources for homework help, and
how to avoid the pitfalls of “fake news” by ensuring
your sources are credible. Fed up with the high cost of
education, Ridner started Study.com in 2002 with the
mission of making education affordable, effective and
engaging. Today, the company helps over 25 million
students a month, from middle school through college,
with short video-based online courses. Contact Chandni
Brunamonti at cbrunamonti@study.com

11. ==> Backpacks Linked to Lower Grades

You may know that heavy backpacks are tough on kids’
backs, but carrying books and school supplies in a
backpack can actually lower school grades up to a full
letter grade and more by chronically reducing brain
oxygen! “School administrators inexplicably require
students to carry their textbook with their breathing
muscles,” says Bob Prichard, “not realizing that the
brain requires ten times more oxygen than any other
part of the body. The effects of daily carrying a
school backpack last far beyond school and can impair
productivity, promotions and pay raises at work.”
Prichard will explain what parents should look for in a
backpack, alternatives to backpacks, and why adults
should pay heed to what and how they’re carrying their
own backpacks and messenger bags. Prichard runs the
Somax Performance Institute where for over 40 years he
has been helping athletes improve their efficiency and
flexibility. For example, 18 Olympic athletes he worked
with have won 44 gold medals and set 11 world records.
An NBC Sports Olympics on-air analyst, he’s written for
many periodicals and his sports analysis videos have
over 5M views on YouTube. His new book is “Are You
Starving Your Brain of Oxygen?” Contact him at (415)
435-9880 (CA); BPrichard@SomaxSports.com

12. ==> Test Stress – Help for Anxious Kids

For many children, fear of a taking test causes a great
deal of anxiety and stress. Phobia relief expert
Kalliope Barlis says that some stress is healthy
because it causes you to be alert, but when stress
becomes extreme and debilitating, it’s time to take
action. Barlis will discuss three simple steps to help
kids keep test-taking in perspective and use the
opportunity as a way to learn what they don’t know! She
says, “There is no such thing as failure. Only feedback
about what you need to do next so you can move
forward!” Barlis is a New York City-based licensed
trainer of NLP who has appeared on CBS, NBC, Fox and
SiriusXM, among other media outlets and has helped
thousands of people conquer their phobias. She is the
author of “Phobia Relief.” Contact her at
(718)751-5105; Ask@PhobiaReliefDay.org

13. ==> What If You Could Prevent Alzheimer’s?

What if there was something you could do to prevent
this dreaded disease? And what if no one was telling
you about it? There is such a therapy and you can
interview one of the pioneers. According to Michael
Morgan, his research shows strong evidence of the
promise of craniosacral therapy in the treatment of at-
risk people and those in the early to mid-stages of
dementia. He’ll explain what craniosacral therapy is
(it’s also being used by NFL players, and children with
autism) and ways it can increase longevity. Morgan is
the author of “The BodyEnergy Longevity Prescription:
How CranioSacral Therapy Helps Prevent Alzheimer’s and
Dementia While Improving the Quality of Your Life.”
Reach him at (312) 543-4719; media@bodyenergy.net

14. ==> Millions Unaware They Have this Silent Disease

One in seven American adults, or 30 million people, are
estimated to have chronic kidney disease.
Astonishingly, 96% of those with early kidney disease
(stages 1 and 2) don’t even know they have it! With one
in three Americans at risk for this disease, it’s time
to talk about it. Michael Banks will share his own
journey through diagnosis, failure, dialysis,
transplant and recovery. You’ll also hear how his
partner Karin gave him a true gift of love when she
became his living donor. Banks is a Brit who has lived
in the U.S. for the last 28 years. A leadership expert
by profession, he wrote “Gotta Kidney?! A Journey
Through Fear to Hope and Beyond” to turn his painful
struggle into a positive that others can benefit from.
Contact him at (415) 683-8701 (voicemail messages
only); michaelbanks7@gmail.com or skype:
michael.banks25

15. ==> Not Popular? That’s Good for Your Mental
Health!

According to a recent study, people who have a few
close friends in their teen years, as opposed to having
many friends but fewer close relationships, benefit
long-term. If you have a small but tight-knit friend
group when you’re 15, researchers found that when
you’re 25, you’re likely to have more self-worth and
fewer mental health symptoms like anxiety and
depression. On the other hand, people who were more
popular at age 15 are more likely to experience social
anxiety a decade later. Clinical forensic psychologist
Dr. John Huber can discuss the short- and long-term
benefits of not being popular and why a person who is
popular in high school may not be popular in the real
world years later? Dr. Huber is the chairman for
Mainstream Mental Health, a non-profit mental health
organization. A mental health professional for over 20
years, Dr. Huber is a practitioner and a professor at
Texas State University. Contact Ryan McCormick at (919)
377-1200 or (516) 901-1103 or ryan@goldmanmccormick.com

01. Pakistan and Trump’s War Strategy
02. The Problem with NAFTA (and How to Fix it)
03. Award-Winning Journalist James Andrew Miller
04. Mean Men: The Perversion of the Self-Made Man
05. Bow Wow! National Dog Day!
06. Nat Geo Wild’s Animal ER Doc
07. The Pipeline Fueling the Opioid Epidemic
08. Protest Safety Tips
09. Positively Orwellian: Public Schools Today
10. Backpacks Linked to Lower Grades
11. Back to School = Back to Cyber Bullying
12. A RX for Racial Healing: R-R-R
13. This Silent Epidemic is Growing
14. Travel Writer: How to Unplug and Go
15. How Yoga & Meditation Can Increase Stress
=======================================

1. ==> Pakistan and Trump’s War Strategy

Donald Trump unveiled his strategy for Afghanistan this
week and many say it’s just more of the same-old, same-
old. Others, including Matthew Hoh, who resigned his
position with the State Department in Afghanistan in
protest of the escalation of the war there by the Obama
administration, says parts of the speech were
concerning. “President Trump’s words towards Pakistan
were striking, his comments on nuclear weapons, which
can be considered as a warning to the Pakistanis,
particularly alarming and jarring. It is concerning how
the Indians will take this speech, will they be
emboldened by this show of U.S. support and resolve
toward India and will dangerous circumstances between
Pakistan and India, two countries that many experts
believe most likely to engage in a nuclear conflict
become even more dangerous?” Before working in
Afghanistan, Hoh had been in Iraq with a State
Department team and with the U.S. Marines. He is now a
senior fellow with the Center for International Policy.
Contact him at matthew_hoh@riseup.net

2. ==> The Problem with NAFTA (and How to Fix it)

The United States has opened talks with Mexico and
Canada to renegotiate the North American Free Trade
Agreement. At issue is the chronic trade deficit with
Mexico, with the U.S. importing some $60 billion more
in goods from Mexico than it exports there. Those lost
dollars mean lost jobs and lower wages, says James A.
Stuber, author of the new book, “What if Things Were
Made in America Again.” Stuber says NAFTA is a problem
and only consumers can fix it. “If Nabisco and Carrier
know that American consumers won’t buy
cookies and air conditioners made in Mexico, they won’t
move their U.S.-bound production there. Through the
power of consumer choice, we can stop sending jobs
abroad, and start bringing them home.”
James A. Stuber is the founder of Made in America
Again, a movement of consumers dedicated to rebuilding
the American middle class by buying things made in
American communities. Stuber is an attorney and
entrepreneur who formerly served as legislative
assistant to a member of the United States House of
Representatives. Contact him at (610) 608-5074;
james.stuber@themadeinamericabook.com

3. ==> Award-Winning Journalist James Andrew Miller

James Andrew Miller has worked in politics, media, and
entertainment. He’s written numerous books including
“Those Guys Have All the Fun, Inside the World of
ESPN”, “Live From New York, An Uncensored History of
Saturday Night Live” and “Running in Place: Inside the
Senate”. He started his career at The Washington Post,
went on to become chief speechwriter for Senate
Majority Leader Howard Baker and then worked for Norman
Lear, the USA Network, CBS News and CNN. His latest
project is the podcast Origins. The show explores how a
single thing – a TV show, album, company or event –
came to be. The first episode is about Curb Your
Enthusiasm. Miller is available for a limited number of
10-minute radio interviews on Friday, August 25th from
9:00 to 11:00am ET (6 to 8am SPT). Contact Ryan
McCormick at ryan@goldmanmccormick.com and include
several preferred time slots and your studio call in
numbers.

4. ==> Mean Men: The Perversion of the Self-Made Man

Every day we see mean men demonstrate their power over
society – you report on them — from Martin Shkreli to
Travis Kalanick to Donald Trump. Why do we allow the
celebration of successes of mean men so often–from the
boardroom to basketball court and corner cubicle to
Oval Office? And what is their true impact on women and
the bottom line? Invite Mark Lipton to discuss the six
types of mean, mean men vs. mean women, and why women
stay married to controlling men. He’ll reveal the dark
truths about household names and challenges the status
quo with a more effective humanistic approach to
leadership. Mark Lipton is a graduate professor of
management at The New School in New York City. For over
forty years, he has been a trusted adviser to Fortune
500 corporations, think tanks, nonprofits,
international NGOs, and start-ups. His upcoming book is
“Mean Men.” Contact Kristi Hughes at (856)489-8654,
ext. 322; kristi@smithpublicity.com

5. ==> Bow Wow! National Dog Day!

This Saturday, Aug. 26th is National Dog Day, a day set
aside to celebrate everything wonderful about the dogs
in our lives who love us unconditionally, are so happy
to see us when we come home, protect us, make us better
people and extend our lives. National Dog Day also
reminds us that many of our wet-nosed friends are
patiently waiting in shelters for their forever homes.
Bring Carlyn Montes De Oca on your show for an
unabashed celebration of everything dog including five
ways that adopting a dog can help you live longer.
Carlyn is the author of the award-winning “Dog as My
Doctor, Cat as My Nurse: An Animal Lover’s Guide to a
Healthy, Happy and Extraordinary Life.” She is also the
founder of The Animal-Human Health Connection, which
focuses on bringing awareness to the many powerful ways
that animals enhance human health, happiness, and
longevity. Reach her at (415) 306-1853 or
modernalchemyacupuncture@gmail.com

6. ==> Nat Geo Wild’s Animal ER Doc

Nat Geo WILD’s series Animal ER goes behind the scenes
at Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists in Houston, Texas
to follow cases on the cutting edge of veterinary care.
It’s one of the most respected — and busiest — animal
hospitals in the world, with more than 200 staff
treating over 50,000 patients a year. Invite Dr. Brian
Beale to talk about the show and the fascinating
stories behind the scenes. Dr. Beale is a partner and
orthopedic whose patients range from household pets to
exotic animals. He performs 10 to 20 surgeries a week,
hosts a weekly radio show about pet health, lectures
around the world, and is an adjunct professor at the
Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine. Season 2 of
Animal ER premieres this Saturday and takes viewers
through the Critical Care, Dermatology, Cardiology, and
Ophthalmology wings of the hospital. Contact Johanna
Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137.

7. ==> The Pipeline Fueling the Opioid Epidemic

Earlier this month, President Trump declared the opioid
crisis a national emergency following the release of
the draft report of the President’s Commission on
Combating Drug Addiction and the Opioid Crisis. Like
most recent reports of its kind, the emphasis is on
addiction and increasing access to substance abuse
treatment. But Cindy Perlin says the source of the
problem—the over-reliance on opioid medication to treat
pain that has turned many patients into addicts and
overdose victims—is not being addressed. A Chronic
pain expert, Perlin can discuss reforms that could help
end the opioid epidemic while also reducing the
suffering of pain patients. Cindy Perlin is a Licensed
Clinical Social Worker, certified biofeedback
practitioner, chronic pain survivor and the author of
“The Truth About Chronic Pain Treatments: The Best and
Worst Strategies for Becoming Pain Free” and the
upcoming “Pot for Pain Relief: How to Safely Use
Medical Marijuana to Feel Better.” She has been in
private practice in the Albany, NY area for over 25
years and has been a guest on numerous TV and radio
shows. Contact her at (518) 439-6431;
cperlin@nycap.rr.com

8. ==> Protest Safety Tips

In the current political atmosphere being caught even
in a peaceful protest may be dangerous, says Chris
Bird. The former commissioned officer in the Royal
Military Police of the British Army, former crime
reporter and author of “Surviving a Mass Killer
Rampage” says protests can quickly turn into riots as
happened recently in Charlottesville, Va. Bring Bird on
your show to outline the dangers of protests, the
importance of situational awareness and what you can do
if you find yourself caught in an unfolding riot. A
sample of his advice: ”If you see large groups of
protesters, drive off or walk off without drawing
attention to yourself. If unable to do so, head for law
enforcement officials and ask officers how to get out
of there. If you are carrying, tell them you have a gun
and a permit.” He’ll also offer advice for protest
participants: Pay attention to your surroundings. Don’t
take selfies or text. Face traffic and stay on the
sidewalk with parked cars acting as a barrier. Reach
him at (210) 308-8191 or cjbird@satx.rr.com

9. ==> Positively Orwellian: Public Schools Today

When it comes to the state of public schools, retired
elementary school principal Susan Colton says it’s
impossible to avoid comparisons to George Orwell’s
“1984.” For example, she will say, “Imagine a world
where schools are separated by the belief systems of
the families whose children attend their neighborhood
school. The students are taught only about what the
government and the parents want them to know. There may
be no science, or history or creative arts, or children
that come from foreign countries and speak languages
other than English.” She’ll explain the precedents for
these developments including current laws that could
lead to anyone in the community dictating removal of
objectionable material in the curriculum (think climate
change science) and to more schools being operated by
for-profit corporations whose standards are anything
but child-friendly. The author of the upcoming book
“Principal’s Passion: A Quest for Quality Public
Education,” Colton was principal of two elementary
schools. She was named a National Distinguished
Principal during her 22 years holding that position.
Contact her at (954) 786-8220 or scolton@bellsouth.net

10. ==> Backpacks Linked to Lower Grades

You may know that heavy backpacks are tough on kids’
backs, but carrying books and school supplies in a
backpack can actually lower school grades up to a full
letter grade and more by chronically reducing brain
oxygen! “School administrators inexplicably require
students to carry their textbook with their breathing
muscles,” says Bob Prichard, “not realizing that the
brain requires 10X more oxygen than any other part of
the body. The effects of daily carrying a school
backpack last far beyond school and can impair
productivity, promotions and pay raises at work.”
Prichard will explain what parents should look for in a
backpack, alternatives to backpacks, and why adults
should pay heed to what and how they’re carrying their
own backpacks and messenger bags. Prichard runs the
Somax Performance Institute where for over 40 years he
has been helping athletes improve their efficiency and
flexibility. For example, 18 Olympic athletes he worked
with have won 44 gold medals and set 11 world records.
An NBC Sports Olympics on-air analyst, he’s written for
many periodicals and his sports analysis videos have
over 5M views on YouTube. His new book is “Are You
Starving Your Brain of Oxygen?” Contact him at (415)
435-9880 (CA); bprichard@somaxsports.com

11. ==> Back to School = Back to Cyber Bullying

The start of school may be full of anticipation and
dread for kids heading back to the classroom. While
many are nervous about a new school year, others are
downright anxious that their summer reprieve from
bullying is over. A former bully himself, Thomas
Gagliano, says parents and schools can do more than
they think to teach people tools to combat bullying.
He’ll discuss what parents can do, the school’s role,
and signs a kid is being bullied. Tom Gagliano, MSW, is
a mentor, speaker and the author of several books
including “Don’t Put Your Crap in Your Kid’s Diaper.”
Bullied as a kid, he now helps others who suffer from
negative childhood messages. Contact him at (732)
266-4952; gags17285@aol.com

12. ==> A RX for Racial Healing: R-R-R

The United States needs to undertake R-R-R, a concept
for acceptance and cohesive living together, says
professor and author Nita Wiggins, in the wake of the
clashes between white supremacists and citizens in two
cities this week. Wiggins, who lived in both
Charlottesville, Va., and Seattle, Wash, —the sites of
the violence and at least one death— said the seeds of
the conflicts took root decades earlier but became more
venomous after the last three presidential cycles. “We
need Race Relations Reconstruction, what I call R-R-R,
to build some kind of national unity after the
elections of 2008, 2012, and 2016,” says the former
broadcast journalist. “We saw the response from the
portion of Donald Trump’s supporters who do not want a
country in which a black man did something that a white
man wanted to do but could not do. It’s a supremacy
issue.” Wiggins is a journalism professor at ESJ-Paris
(l’Ecole Supérieure de Journalisme de Paris in France).
Her upcoming book, “Civil Rights Baby: My Story of
Race, Sports, and Breaking Barriers in American
Journalism” is the story of her 20 years in American
television. Contact her at (646) 460-5430;
nitadallas@yahoo.com or @EducatingMsNita

13. ==> This Silent Epidemic is Growing

One in seven American adults, or 30 million people, are
estimated to have chronic kidney disease.
Astonishingly, 96% of those with early kidney disease
(stages 1 and 2) don’t even know they have it! With one
in three Americans at risk for this disease, it’s time
to talk about it. Michael Banks will share his own
journey through diagnosis, failure, dialysis,
transplant and recovery. You’ll also hear how his
partner Karin gave him a true gift of love when she
became his living donor. Banks is a Brit who has lived
in the US for the last 28 years. A leadership expert by
profession, he wrote “Gotta Kidney?! A Journey Through
Fear to Hope and Beyond” to turn his painful struggle
into a positive that others can benefit from. Contact
him at (415) 683-8701 (voicemail messages only);
michaelbanks7@gmail.com or skype: michael.banks25

14. ==> Travel Writer: How to Unplug and Go

Overworked, always on call, can’t escape emails or the
office? Struggling to find work-life balance or
meaning? Stanley Crossland II will help your listeners
reset and recharge. Stan, a world traveler,
entrepreneur, life change coach, travel writer and
author can give globetrotting tips on travel,
destinations, accommodations, local experiences,
customs and culture and most importantly – how they all
combine to bring a new outlook on life, meaning and
purpose. Stan encourages others to create their own
journey of healing and understanding through travel,
sharing his experiences from sauntering around numerous
countries to witnessing the magic the world has to
offer. He’ll share what we all can learn from other
cultures, customs, traditions and the profound ways
those experiences can change our perspective and
rekindle our joy for living. Contact Stan at (847)
736-4255; stantheman40@gmail.com

15. ==> How Yoga & Meditation Can Increase Stress

More people than ever are trying yoga and many aren’t
aware of the risks. Dr. Dorena Rode found out the hard
way that yoga and meditation can INCREASE stress. “Yoga
and meditation can bring up unresolved trauma. 54% of
the US population report childhood trauma, but some
people aren’t even aware they have it!” Invite Dorena
to discuss the signs of unresolved trauma that appear
in everyday life and during yoga and meditation, and
what to do when they arise during a class or practice.
Dr. Dorena Rode is an award-winning speaker, author and
life coach. She has a Ph.D. in physiology, a degree in
behavioral health counseling and over twenty years’
experience using alternative modalities to help people
and organizations get unstuck. Contact her at (415)
830-3777; dorenarode@gmail.com

August 22, 2017

01. The Enduring Mystery of the Solar Eclipse
02. What Now for Bannon?
03. Govt Demands Anti-Trump Website Visitor Info
04. BTS – The Scary State of Schools Today
05. Nat Geo’s Animal ER Doc
06. Feel Good Show – National Dog Day!
07. How to Stay Safe when A Protest Turns Dangerous
08. Labor Day – Consumers Key to US Labor Woes
09. Back to School = Back to Cyber Bullying
10. Heavy Backpacks Linked to Lower Grades
11. How to Survive a Mean Teacher
12. 5 Things Kids Need in their Emotional Backpacks
13. Can Yoga & Meditation Increase Stress?
14. Ovarian Cancer – Tools to Catch Silent Killer
15. Horse Sense – Life Lessons Learned in a Barn
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1. ==> The Enduring Mystery of the Solar Eclipse

In ancient times, before Greek astronomers figured out
that simple geometry caused the effect, the sudden
blotting out of the life-enabling sun was terrifying!
Astronomer Meg Urry says it was natural to link it to
some earlier event: an argument, a political change,
any kind of coloring outside the lines, anything that
might make humans feel guilty. “Alas, no mysticism
attaches to a solar eclipse. It’s simple: The moon
orbits the Earth, and every so often, for viewers
somewhere on Earth, it lines up precisely with the sun,
blotting out all but the outermost bits of solar light.
Because the orbits are understood, future eclipses can
be predicted with high precision.” But the event still
puzzles even scientists like Urry. “The weirdness —
the coincidence that is a true puzzle at the moment —
is that the size of the moon and sun are, to an Earth
observer, more or less the same.” Urry travelled to Sun
Valley, Idaho, to join hundreds of astronomers
attending the 16th meeting of the High Energy
Astrophysics Division of the American Astronomical
Society. Meg Urry is the Israel Munson Professor of
Physics and Astronomy at Yale University and recent
president of the American Astronomical Society. Contact
her at (203) 432-5997
meg.urry@yale.edu

2. ==> What Now for Bannon?

Steve Bannon is out as chief strategist to the
president, and has put out the word that he will
continue the struggle to save Donald Trump from himself
and his corporate allies, from his perch back at
Breitbart.com. Robert Kuttner, co-editor of The
American Prospect, says, “This is classic Bannon hubris
? the same grandiosity that led Trump to oust him. In
the Trump White House, there is only one Trump and
advisers do not get to upstage the president, even less
to disparage his blustering on North Korea. You don’t
get to both kick a president and advise him.” He adds,
“Bannon was the architect of how to use nativism as an
economic strategy. Bannon is now out. Trump is left to
his own devices. His administration is imploding. The
only question is when and how it will end.” Robert
Kuttner is co-founder and co-editor of The American
Prospect, and professor at Brandeis University’s Heller
School. His latest book is “Debtors’ Prison: The
Politics of Austerity Versus Possibility.” He writes
columns for The Huffington Post, The Boston Globe and
the New York Times international edition. Contact him
at (781) 736-5311; bkuttner@brandeis.edu or @rkuttner

3. ==> Govt Demands Anti-Trump Website Visitor Info

Last month the Department of Justice reportedly served
a website-hosting company, DreamHost, with a search
warrant for every piece of information it possessed
that was related to a website that was used to
coordinate protests during Donald Trump’s inauguration.
The warrant covers the people who own and operate the
site, but also seeks to get the IP addresses of 1.3
million people who visited it, as well as the date and
time of their visit and information about what browser
or operating system they used. Chip Gibbons says,
“There is no legitimate law enforcement purpose for
this warrant. We know very well that its real purpose
is to chill speech, silence dissent, and make people
afraid to speak out.” Gibbons is policy and legislative
counsel for Defending Rights & Dissent. Contact him at
(202) 529-4225; Chip@RightsAndDissent.org

4. ==> BTS – The Scary State of Schools Today

When it comes to the state of public schools, retired
elementary school principal Susan Colton says it’s
impossible to avoid comparisons to George Orwell’s
“1984.” For example, she will say, “Imagine a world
where schools are separated by the belief systems of
the families whose children attend their neighborhood
school. The students are taught only about what the
government and the parents want them to know. There may
be no science, or history or creative arts, or children
that come from foreign countries and speak languages
other than English.” She’ll explain the precedents for
these developments including current laws that could
lead to anyone in the community dictating removal of
objectionable material in the curriculum (think climate
change science) and to more schools being operated by
for-profit corporations whose standards are anything
but child-friendly. The author of the upcoming book
“Principal’s Passion: A Quest for Quality Public
Education,” Colton was principal of two elementary
schools. She was named a National Distinguished
Principal during her 22 years holding that position.
Contact her at (954) 786-8220 or scolton@bellsouth.net

5. ==> Nat Geo’s Animal ER Doc

Nat Geo WILD’s series Animal ER goes behind the scenes
at Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists in Houston, Texas
to follow cases on the cutting edge of veterinary care.
It’s one of the most respected — and busiest — animal
hospitals in the world, with more than 200 staff
treating over 50,000 patients a year. Invite Dr. Brian
Beale to talk about the show and the fascinating
stories behind the scenes. Dr. Beale is a partner and
orthopedic whose patients range from household pets to
exotic animals. He performs 10 to 20 surgeries a week,
hosts a weekly radio show about pet health, lectures
around the world, and is an adjunct professor at the
Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine. Season 2 of
Animal ER premieres this Saturday and takes viewers
through the Critical Care, Dermatology, Cardiology, and
Ophthalmology wings of the hospital. Contact Johanna
Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137.

6. ==> Feel Good Show – National Dog Day!

This Saturday, Aug. 26th is National Dog Day, a day set
aside to celebrate everything wonderful about the dogs
in our lives who love us unconditionally, are so happy
to see us when we come home, protect us, make us better
people and extend our lives. National Dog Day also
reminds us that many of our wet-nosed friends are
patiently waiting in shelters for their forever homes.
Bring Carlyn Montes De Oca on your show for an
unabashed celebration of everything dog including five
ways that adopting a dog can help you live longer.
Carlyn is the author of the award-winning “Dog as My
Doctor, Cat as My Nurse: An Animal Lover’s Guide to a
Healthy, Happy and Extraordinary Life.” She is also the
founder of The Animal-Human Health Connection, which
focuses on bringing awareness to the many powerful ways
that animals enhance human health, happiness, and
longevity. Reach her at (415) 306-1853 or
modernalchemyacupuncture@gmail.com

7. ==> How to Stay Safe when A Protest Turns Dangerous

In the current political atmosphere being caught even
in a peaceful protest may be dangerous, says Chris
Bird. The former commissioned officer in the Royal
Military Police of the British Army, former crime
reporter and author of “Surviving a Mass Killer
Rampage” says protests can quickly turn into riots as
happened recently in Charlottesville, Va. Bring Bird on
your show to outline the dangers of protests, the
importance of situational awareness and what you can do
if you find yourself caught in an unfolding riot. A
sample of his advice: ”If you see large groups of
protesters, drive off or walk off without drawing
attention to yourself. If unable to do so, head for law
enforcement officials and ask officers how to get out
of there. If you are carrying, tell them you have a gun
and a permit.” He’ll also offer advice for protest
participants: Pay attention to your surroundings. Don’t
take selfies or text. Face traffic and stay on the
sidewalk with parked cars acting as a barrier. Reach
him at (210) 308-8191 or cjbird@satx.rr.com

8. ==> Labor Day – Consumers Key to US Labor Woes

On September 4th, Americans will observe Labor Day, the
holiday celebrating the nation’s working men and women.
But, James Stuber says America’s leaders, and more
importantly consumers, have been undermining America’s
workers in pursuit of faulty free trade theories and
cheap foreign products. Stuber contends that the low
prices of imported products have been more than offset
by lowered American wages, job losses and resulting
social ills including drug addiction and suicide.
Invite him to discuss how consumers have the power to
solve the problem. James A. Stuber is the founder of
Made in America Again, a movement of consumers
dedicated to rebuilding the American middle class by
buying things made in American communities. Stuber is
an attorney and entrepreneur who formerly served as
legislative assistant to a member of the United States
House of Representatives. He’s the author of “What If
Things Were Made in America Again: How Consumers Can
Rebuild the Middle Class by Buying Things Made in
American Communities.” Contact him at (610) 608-5074;
james.stuber@themadeinamericabook.com

9. ==> Back to School = Back to Cyber Bullying

The start of school may be full of anticipation and
dread for kids heading back to the classroom. While
many are nervous about a new school year, others are
downright anxious that their summer reprieve from
bullying is over. A former bully himself, Thomas
Gagliano, says parents and schools can do more than
they think to teach people tools to combat bullying.
He’ll discuss what parents can do, the school’s role,
and signs a kid is being bullied. Tom Gagliano, MSW, is
a mentor, speaker and the author of several books
including “Don’t Put Your Crap in Your Kid’s Diaper.”
Bullied as a kid, he now helps others who suffer from
negative childhood messages. Contact him at (732)
266-4952; gags17285@aol.com

10. ==> Heavy Backpacks Linked to Lower Grades

You may know that heavy backpacks are tough on kids’
backs, but carrying books and school supplies in a
backpack can actually lower school grades up to a full
letter grade and more by chronically reducing brain
oxygen! “School administrators inexplicably require
students to carry their textbook with their breathing
muscles,” says Bob Prichard, “not realizing that the
brain requires 10X more oxygen than any other part of
the body. The effects of daily carrying a school
backpack last far beyond school and can impair
productivity, promotions and pay raises at work.”
Prichard runs the Somax Performance Institute where for
over 40 years he has been helping athletes improve
their efficiency and flexibility. For example, 18
Olympic athletes he worked with have won 44 gold medals
and set 11 world records. An NBC Sports Olympics on-air
analyst, he’s written for many periodicals and his
sports analysis videos have over 5M views on YouTube.
His new book is “Are You Starving Your Brain of
Oxygen?” Contact him at (415) 435-9880 (CA);
bprichard@somaxsports.com

11. ==> How to Survive a Mean Teacher

Teaching, according to multiple lists, is one of the
top 20 stressful jobs available and is often ranked in
the top five of the worst careers in America! The
stress of dealing with children, the constant scrutiny
of parents and administrators, and pressure for
improved scores weigh heavily on the shoulders of both
beginning and veteran teachers. For some, the result is
an attitude and teaching personality that leaves
students and their parents cold, afraid, and dreading
the year ahead. Dee Rodgers, an educational veteran of
more than 30 years, can discuss ways parents and their
children can survive the classrooms of negative
teachers. Rodgers spent 27 years in the classroom and
served another four as a campus administrator. She is
currently employed as a Special Education Teacher in
Texas and is the author of “Renew Your Teaching Spirit:
Help for Teachers Struggling to Stay in the Classroom.”
Contact her at (979) 665-7590; dee@deerodg.com

12. ==> 5 Things Kids Need in their Emotional Backpacks
As you go back to school shopping for notebooks and
pencils, Poppy Spencer says the emotional things kids
pack in their backpack are far more important than the
physical stuff. From an optimistic perspective, to
courage and resilience she’ll discuss ways to approach
the new school year that will last a lifetime. Her
strategies include problem solving practice, role
playing and encouraging kids to unplug and unclique.
Poppy Spencer and her husband, Geoff, are relational
experts and licensed, specialty-certified New Life
Story Wellness coaches. Their book, “1 Billion
Seconds,” is based on years of research on hundreds of
people and offers a formula for a flourishing
relationship by developing exceptional communication.
Contact them at (941) 586-2911;
poppyandgeoff@relationalexperts.com

13. ==> Can Yoga & Meditation Increase Stress?

More people than ever are trying yoga and many aren’t
aware of the risks. Dr. Dorena Rode found out the hard
way that yoga and meditation can INCREASE stress. “Yoga
and meditation can bring up unresolved trauma. 54% of
the US population report childhood trauma, but some
people aren’t even aware they have it!” Invite Dorena
to discuss the signs of unresolved trauma that appear
in everyday life and during yoga and meditation, and
what to do when they arise during a class or practice.
Dr. Dorena Rode is an award-winning speaker, author and
life coach. She has a Ph.D. in physiology, a degree in
behavioral health counseling and over twenty years’
experience using alternative modalities to help people
and organizations get unstuck. Contact her at (415)
830-3777; dorenarode@gmail.com

14. ==> Ovarian Cancer – Tools to Catch Silent Killer

September is National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month.
Each year, 14,000 American women die of ovarian cancer,
succumbing to a disease that is frequently misdiagnosed
or diagnosed too late. Having lost her mother to the
often silent disease, comedian and author Jennifer
Coken is making it her mission to teach women how to
identify its symptoms early. They include persistent
bloating; feeling full even while eating less;
persistent back and abdominal pain; unusual fatigue or
bleeding, and changes in bladder and bowel habits.
She’ll discuss how to download two free symptom
trackers that encourage women to pay attention to
symptoms that on their own might not seem troubling.
Jen Coken is a life coach and stand-up comedian. She’s
the author of “When I Die Take My Panties: Turning Your
Darkest Moments into Your Greatest Gifts.” Contact her
at (303) 859-9081; jencoken@gmail.com

15. ==> Horse Sense – Life Lessons Learned in a Barn

Mindy Tatz Chernoff estimates that she has probably
cleaned thousands of horse stalls in her time,
meticulously mucking them out and laying down new hay.
She recognized early on that horses are nothing less
than 1,250-lb. master teachers whose lessons are
available to anyone who spends time with them. She
says, “Spending time with horses helps us slow down,
notice, feel and heal. In fact, every life lesson can
be learned in a barn—everything from overcoming fear,
resistance and discomfort to learning to find love and
acceptance.” Chernoff holds dual master’s degrees in
holistic spirituality and spiritual direction. She’s
the founder of The Resonant Horse, a farm near
Philadelphia, where hosts workshops, retreats, one-on-
one sessions and horse circles. “From Muck to
Magnificence: How Cleaning Horse Stalls Can Lead to an
Astonishing Life” is her first book. Contact Caroline
Walters at (484) 678-6209; carolineawalters@me.com

August 17, 2017

01. Charlottesville: The Ugly Wake-Up Call We Needed
02. Comedian – Step Up and Speak Out
03. A RX for Racial Healing: R-R-R
04. Safety Expert – When Protests Turn Dangerous
05. NASA: How to Watch the Solar Eclipse
06. Eclipse Mania through the Ages
07. Is the Solar Eclipse an Omen?
08. Plug the Pipeline Fueling the Opioid Epidemic
09. Labor Day – Consumers Key to US Labor Woes
10. How a Cyber Attack Could Affect You
11. The IRS Can Take Your Passport!
12. Ovarian Cancer – Tools to Catch Silent Killer
13. The Epidemic that Gets No Press
14. Signs the Presidency is Aging Trump
15. Baby it’s Hot Outside! Steamy Summer Sex
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1. ==> Charlottesville: The Ugly Wake-Up Call We Needed

Author and journalist Sophia Nelson says
Charlottesville is the wake-up call America needed. In
an op-ed this week she writes, “To be an American is a
gift and a privilege, a status that many outside our
borders aspire to. But the problem with the definition
of “American” is that it almost always seems to be
interpreted as “white” — and if some have it their way,
it always will.” She adds, “The fact is many white
Americans have lost jobs, they have lost wages, they
are poor. I get it. But so, too, are many Americans of
color in the same boat or worse. The alt-right neo-Nazi
groups are alive and well. Hate is saturating our
social media. Hate is invading our college campuses.
Hate is penetrating our communities and our corporate
cultures. Hate is even infiltrating our churches.” So,
how do we begin the process of healing the country?
Nelson says, “It starts just like an AA program: The
first step is admitting we have a problem.” Sophia
Nelson????? is an author and journalist. She is also a
corporate leadership trainer and motivational speaker.
Her books include “E Pluribus One: Reclaiming Our
Founders’ Vision for a United America.” Contact her at
sophia@sanenterprisellc.com; @IAmSophiaNelson or Monica
Wood at monica@mwprinc.com

2. ==> Comedian – Step Up and Speak Out

Comedian Stephanie Miller is speaking out about the
recent events in Charlottesville. She says now is the
time for her and her fellow comedians to step up. “Our
Sexy Liberal Resistance Tour stands against everything
the white supremacist Nazi extremists in
Charlottesville stand for, and Donald Trump refuses to
stand up to,” Miller says. Miller told The Progressive
magazine that she feels a duty to speak out now. “Now
every comedian is pressed into service,” Miller told
the magazine. “Whether it’s Saturday Night Live, SNL’s
Kate McKinnon, Stephen Colbert, or Samantha Bee,
comedians really are leading the resistance, because
they’re speaking truth to power.” Miller’s Sexy Liberal
Resistance Tour lands in Denver this weekend and in New
York next week. Contact Erich Kirshner at (303)
921-6733; Erich@becausemessagematters.com

3. ==> A RX for Racial Healing: R-R-R

The United States needs to undertake R-R-R, a concept
for acceptance and cohesive living together, says
professor and author Nita Wiggins, in the wake of the
clashes between white supremacists and citizens in two
cities this week. Wiggins, who lived in both
Charlottesville, Va., and Seattle, Wash, —the sites of
the violence and at least one death— said the seeds of
the conflicts took root decades earlier but became more
venomous after the last three presidential cycles. “We
need Race Relations Reconstruction, what I call R-R-R,
to build some kind of national unity after the
elections of 2008, 2012, and 2016,” says the former
broadcast journalist. “We saw the response from the
portion of Donald Trump’s supporters who do not want a
country in which a black man did something that a white
man wanted to do but could not do. It’s a supremacy
issue.” Wiggins is a journalism professor at ESJ-Paris
(l’Ecole Supérieure de Journalisme de Paris in France).
Her upcoming book, “Civil Rights Baby: My Story of
Race, Sports, and Breaking Barriers in American
Journalism” is the story of her 20 years in American
television. Contact her at (646) 460-5430;
nitadallas@yahoo.com or @EducatingMsNita

4. ==> Safety Expert – When Protests Turn Dangerous

In the current political atmosphere being caught even
in a peaceful protest may be dangerous, says Chris
Bird. The former commissioned officer in the Royal
Military Police of the British Army, former crime
reporter and author of “Surviving a Mass Killer
Rampage” says protests can quickly turn into riots as
happened recently in Charlottesville, Va. Bring Bird on
your show to outline the dangers of protests, the
importance of situational awareness and what you can do
if you find yourself caught in an unfolding riot. A
sample of his advice: ”If you see large groups of
protesters, drive off or walk off without drawing
attention to yourself. If unable to do so, head for law
enforcement officials and ask officers how to get out
of there. If you are carrying, tell them you have a gun
and a permit.” He’ll also offer advice for protest
participants: Pay attention to your surroundings. Don’t
take selfies or text. Face traffic and stay on the
sidewalk with parked cars acting as a barrier. Reach
him at (210) 308-8191 or cjbird@satx.rr.com

5. ==> NASA: How to Watch the Solar Eclipse

It seems everyone is excited, anticipating Monday’s
total solar eclipse, but for NASA, this is BIG! Do you
want to share safety tips for watching the eclipse? How
to get the best eclipse photo? Can you watch the
eclipse on-line? Via live streams and a NASA TV
broadcast, NASA will bring the Aug. 21 eclipse live to
viewers everywhere in the world. NASA also offers
experts available for interview. Contact Dwayne Brown
at (202) 358-1726; dwayne.c.brown@nasa.gov; Laurie
Cantillo at (202) 358-1077; laura.l.cantillo@nasa.gov
or Karen Fox at (301) 286-6284;
karen.c.fox@nasa.gov

6. ==> Eclipse Mania through the Ages

David Baron is an umbraphile extraordinaire (one who
loves eclipses, often traveling to see them) and an
acclaimed science writer. Invite him to talk about
anything and everything about next Monday’s eclipse.
He’ll also share the historical aspect of eclipses and
how a similar solar eclipse 140 years ago inspired the
country like never before. You’ll hear how a young
Thomas Edison hoped to leverage the 1878 eclipse to
burnish his scientific credentials, and how Vassar
astronomer Maria Mitchell aimed to use the event to
show what women could do in science. Baron is the
author of “American Eclipse: A Nation’s Epic Race to
Catch the Shadow of the Moon and Win the Glory of the
World.” Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137.

7. ==> Is the Solar Eclipse an Omen?

Solar eclipses have historically been viewed as omens
that bring about death and destruction. In many
cultures, the legends involve mythical figures eating
or stealing the Sun. Others interpreted the event as a
sign of angry or quarreling gods or bad omens for kings
and rulers. On Aug. 21 we’ll see the first solar
eclipse in the U.S. since 1979. So what with the Great
American Eclipse bring? Psychic/Medium Vincent Genna
says, “Anytime planets and stars align, as they do
during a solar eclipse, there is an energy disturbance.
If there are already occurrences of negative beliefs
and behaviors, they become exacerbated and a self-
fulfilling prophecy.” But not everything surrounding
solar eclipses are about doom. In Italy, flowers
planted during a solar eclipse are said to be brighter
and more colorful than flowers planted any other time
of the year! Genna will explain how to protect yourself
and surroundings from the negative effects of a solar
eclipse and turn it into an opportunity to create
prosperity in all areas of your life! Vincent Genna is
a world-renowned psychic medium, healer and spiritual
teacher. Contact Emily Maloney at (661)255-8283;
emily@steveallenmedia.com

8. ==> Plug the Pipeline Fueling the Opioid Epidemic

On August 10th President Trump declared the opioid
crisis a national emergency following the release of
the draft report of the President’s Commission on
Combating Drug Addiction and the Opioid Crisis. Like
most recent reports of its kind, the emphasis is on
addiction and increasing access to substance abuse
treatment. But Cindy Perlin says the source of the
problem—the over-reliance on opioid medication to treat
pain that has turned many patients into addicts and
overdose victims—is not being addressed. A Chronic
pain expert, Perlin can discuss reforms that could help
end the opioid epidemic while also reducing the
suffering of pain patients. Cindy Perlin is a Licensed
Clinical Social Worker, certified biofeedback
practitioner, chronic pain survivor and the author of
“The Truth About Chronic Pain Treatments: The Best and
Worst Strategies for Becoming Pain Free” and the
upcoming “Pot for Pain Relief: How to Safely Use
Medical Marijuana to Feel Better.” She has been in
private practice in the Albany, NY area for over 25
years and has been a guest on numerous TV and radio
shows. Contact her at (518) 439-6431;
cperlin@nycap.rr.com

9. ==> Labor Day – Consumers Key to US Labor Woes

On September 4th, Americans will observe Labor Day, the
holiday celebrating the nation’s working men and women.
But, James Stuber says America’s leaders, and more
importantly consumers, have been undermining America’s
workers in pursuit of faulty free trade theories and
cheap foreign products. Stuber contends that the low
prices of imported products have been more than offset
by lowered American wages, job losses and resulting
social ills including drug addiction and suicide.
Invite him to discuss how consumers have the power to
solve the problem. James A. Stuber is the founder of
Made in America Again, a movement of consumers
dedicated to rebuilding the American middle class by
buying things made in American communities. Stuber is
an attorney and entrepreneur who formerly served as
legislative assistant to a member of the United States
House of Representatives. He’s the author of “What If
Things Were Made in America Again: How Consumers Can
Rebuild the Middle Class by Buying Things Made in
American Communities.” Contact him at (610) 608-5074;
james.stuber@themadeinamericabook.com

10. ==> How a Cyber Attack Could Affect You

Imagine what would happen if suddenly there were no
cell phone service, no electrical power, no water and
no food. But that’s not all. Imagine if there were no
functioning banks and financial institutions,
automobiles, trucks and computers stopped working,
railroads were unable to roll and airplanes were unable
to fly, hospitals were unable to function and grocery
store shelves went unfilled. According to Robin Burk,
Ph.D., MBA, such a scenario is possible should portions
of America’s computer networks, electric grid etc. be
hit by a short burst of electromagnetic energy from the
type of nuclear weapon North Korea has already tested –
or by crippling cyber-attacks. She says it is only
prudent to start planning now for potential attacks
that could badly disrupt the systems we rely on. Burk’s
message is all the more powerful because of who she is:
She was in charge of the Defense Threat Reduction
Agency’s interdependent networks research and is an
expert on network science. The DTRA is an organization
tasked with safeguarding national infrastructure
against weapons of mass destruction. Robin Burk has
been featured in Wired and on MSNBC. She is the author
of “How to Thrive in an Uncertain World” and “We Don’t
Have to Collapse but We Could: How to Fix the Complex
Systems We Rely On.” Contact her at (703) 346-4448;
robin.kowalchuk.burk@gmail.com

11. ==> The IRS Can Take Your Passport!

Getting ready to fly off on your summer vacation? You
may be surprised to learn that under certain
circumstances the IRS has the right to confiscate your
passport, effectively grounding you and ruining your
travel plans. Let Abby Eisenkraft, author of “101 Ways
to Stay Off the IRS Radar,” fill your listeners in on
the latest reason to dislike flying. As she’ll explain,
recent legislation grants the IRS the right to take
your passport if you owe more than $50,000 in back
taxes and penalties. Hundreds of thousands of people
could be affected including those who are already
abroad but may be trying to fly home. Abby can also
discuss what you can do to prevent this from happening
to you. Frequently quoted by the press, she is one of
the leading experts on IRS problems and how to avoid
them. Contact her at (347) 598-0111;
abby@RealLifeTaxAdvice.com

12. ==> Ovarian Cancer – Tools to Catch Silent Killer

September is National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month.
Each year, 14,000 American women die of ovarian cancer,
succumbing to a disease that is frequently misdiagnosed
or diagnosed too late. Having lost her mother to the
often silent disease, comedian and author Jennifer
Coken is making it her mission to teach women how to
identify its symptoms early. They include persistent
bloating; feeling full even while eating less;
persistent back and abdominal pain; unusual fatigue or
bleeding, and changes in bladder and bowel habits.
She’ll discuss how to download two free symptom
trackers that encourage women to pay attention to
symptoms that on their own might not seem troubling.
Jen Coken is a life coach and stand-up comedian. She’s
the author of “When I Die Take My Panties: Turning Your
Darkest Moments into Your Greatest Gifts.” Contact her
at (303) 859-9081; jencoken@gmail.com

13. ==> The Epidemic that Gets No Press

One in seven American adults, or 30 million people, are
estimated to have chronic kidney disease.
Astonishingly, 96% of those with early kidney disease
(stages 1 and 2) don’t even know they have it! With one
in three Americans at risk for this disease, it’s time
to talk about it. Michael Banks will share his own
journey through diagnosis, failure, dialysis,
transplant and recovery. You’ll also hear how his
partner Karin gave him a true gift of love when she
became his living donor. Banks is a Brit who has lived
in the US for the last 28 years. A leadership expert by
profession, he wrote “Gotta Kidney?! A Journey Through
Fear to Hope and Beyond” to turn his painful struggle
into a positive that others can benefit from. Contact
him at (415) 683-8701 (voicemail messages only);
michaelbanks7@gmail.com or skype: michael.banks25

14. ==>Signs the Presidency is Aging Trump

The presidency is a high-stress job and few leave the
White House after four or eight years without visibly
looking older. But Trump has only been in office for
about eight months and already signs of stress are
showing up on his skin. Skin expert Deborah Poland says
Trump is being treated for rosacea (red skin) with
antibiotics that are not good for his gut or his immune
system. She can explain what makes this common red-skin
condition worse and what Trump and other sufferers can
do about it in lieu of taking antibiotics. (Hint: Trump
should watch his intake of spicy foods and the time he
spends in the sun on the golf course, for example).
Deborah is ready to take Trump’s call but in the
meantime, she would be happy to help your audience with
their own skin problems. She’s the author of “Clean
Skincare: Natural Alternatives to Dermatology.” Reach
her at (615) 920-9040 or deb@deborahpoland.com

15. ==> Baby it’s Hot Outside! Steamy Summer Sex

Want to have sex that is hotter than a heat wave?
Clinical sexologist Kristie Overstreet has the tips
that can fan the flames. Dr. Overstreet will explain
why sexual desire is at its highest during the summer
when things like the heat, the beach, fewer clothes and
less stress rub against the human libido. In addition,
summertime makes people feel younger and more willing
to have fun. If your audience wants to have more and
better sex—and who doesn’t?—she’ll suggest they
consider having sex outside, concoct sexy versions of
board games (think strip Twister) and plan a road trip
that features sexual teasing before you arrive at your
destination. Dr. Overstreet has been featured on CNN
and in Self, Psychology Today and other major media.
Her upcoming book is “Fix Yourself First: 25 Tips to
Stop Ruining Your Relationships.” Reach her at (904)
566-9256 or Kristie@TherapyDepartment.com

August 15, 2017

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

[fname] Charlottesville, Eclipse Mania, Zero Carbon

01. Is Trump Responsible for Hate Climate?
02. The Alt-Right and the First Amendment
03. This is Not Charlottesville
04. An Emergency Call for Light
05. Eclipse Mania is Nothing New
06. Great Labor Day Show – Made in America
07. 70% of College Students Work
08. What to Do When the Principal Calls
09. When B-T-S Becomes Back to Emotional Eating
10. Innovative Apps to Catch Ovarian Cancer Early
11. America’s Vets Need Your Help
12. Big Tips for Small Budget Travel
13. Zero Carbon Travel: Save Money & the World
14. Do You Have the Courage to Run Away?
15. Make America Laugh Again!
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1. ==> Is Trump Responsible for Hate Climate?

Richard Cohen of the Southern Poverty Law Center says
Donald Trump made a limp call for Americans to come
together, but he’s still ducking responsibility for his
role in dividing it. “He used similar words in his
victory speech in the wee hours of Nov. 9, even as
white supremacists began to celebrate. The problem is
that Trump’s words are hollow.” He adds, “From the day
he came down the escalator in the tower that bears his
name, Trump consciously poured fuel on the fire. He ran
a racist, xenophobic campaign that energized the
radical right. Trump continues to employ as his chief
strategist the former head of Breitbart News, Stephen
Bannon, who has proudly boasted that he provided ‘the
platform for the alt-right’ – a fancy term for white
supremacy in the digital age. Southern Poverty Law
Center (SPLC) is an American nonprofit legal advocacy
organization. To schedule an interview, contact the
SPLC at (334) 956-8420

2. ==> The Alt-Right and the First Amendment

Richard Spencer is one of the leading voices of the
alt-right movement in the United States. He was
scheduled to be one of the main speakers at Saturday’s
event in Charlottesville. Back in April, Geoffrey Stone
wrote an op-ed defending Spencer’s First Amendment
right to speak at Auburn University. In a Huff Post
piece, he discusses Spencer’s response to the op-ed,
why he wouldn’t invite Spencer to speak at his school,
and why, even though he finds Spencer’s views
abhorrent, if students or faculty wanted to hear what
he has to say, he would vehemently defend their right
to do so. Geoffrey R. Stone is the Edward H. Levi
Distinguished Service Professor at the University of
Chicago and the author of many books in the field of
constitutional law. Contact him at (773) 702-9494;
facultysupport@law.uchicago.edu; @stone_geoffrey

3. ==> This is Not Charlottesville

Donald Swanson is an author who lives in
Charlottesville and has written extensively about the
Confederate and other memorials there. He says, “The
racists who have begun coming to Charlottesville to
campaign for governor, garner attention, threaten
violence, engage in violence, and commit murder are
almost all from outside Charlottesville, and extremely
unwelcome here.” He adds, “Charlottesville is a
slightly left-of-center, Democratic Party area. Most
people don’t rally for good causes or against bad ones.
Most people don’t want the Lee statue taken down. (Or
at least they didn’t until it became a gathering point
for neo-Confederates.) Most people want other memorials
added to public space to diversify. And most people
don’t want white supremacists coming to town with their
hatred and their violence.” Swanson’s books include
“Killing Is Not a Way of Life.” Contact him at
david@davidswanson.org, @davidcnswanson

4. ==> An Emergency Call for Light

The events in Charlottesville leave many feeling
frightened, frustrated and wondering what they can do
to fight the hatred. Urban Shaman Donna Henes says the
answer is light. She’s organizing a gathering in
Brooklyn on Monday, taking advantage of the solar
eclipse. She says “I want to purify the tainted air
that is choking the entire world so that we may be
inspired (inspire means “to breathe in”) by a fresh
spirit of optimism and determined positive action. I do
not want to fight fire with fire, but rather surround
it with a stronger, saner, sustainable energy of
reverence for life.” She says those who can’t get to
the Grand Army Plaza Monday night can light a candle
and smudge the air with incense wherever they are.
Donna Henes is an internationally renowned urban
shaman, contemporary ceremonialist, spiritual teacher,
author, speaker and workshop leader whose joyful
celebrations of the cycles of the seasons and the
seasons of life have introduced ancient traditional
rituals and contemporary ceremonies to millions of
people since 1972. Contact her at (718) 857-1343;
CityShaman@aol.com

5. ==> Eclipse Mania is Nothing New

David Baron is an umbraphile extraordinaire (one who
loves eclipses, often traveling to see them) and an
acclaimed science writer. Invite him to talk about
anything and everything about next Monday’s eclipse.
He’ll also share the historical aspect of eclipses and
how a similar solar eclipse 140 years ago inspired the
country like never before. You’ll hear how a young
Thomas Edison hoped to leverage the 1878 eclipse to
burnish his scientific credentials, and how Vassar
astronomer Maria Mitchell aimed to use the event to
show what women could do in science. Baron is the
author of “American Eclipse: A Nation’s Epic Race to
Catch the Shadow of the Moon and Win the Glory of the
World.” Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137

6. ==> Great Labor Day Show – Made in America

On September 4th, Americans will observe Labor Day, the
holiday celebrating the nation’s working men and women.
But, James Stuber says America’s leaders, and more
importantly consumers, have been undermining America’s
workers in pursuit of faulty free trade theories and
cheap foreign products. Stuber contends that the low
prices of imported products have been more than offset
by lowered American wages, job losses and resulting
social ills including drug addiction and suicide.
Invite him to discuss how consumers have the power to
solve the problem. James A. Stuber is the founder of
Made in America Again, a movement of consumers
dedicated to rebuilding the American middle class by
buying things made in American communities. Stuber is
an attorney and entrepreneur who formerly served as
legislative assistant to a member of the United States
House of Representatives. He’s the author of “What If
Things Were Made in America Again: How Consumers Can
Rebuild the Middle Class by Buying Things Made in
American Communities.” Contact him at (610) 608-5074;
james.stuber@themadeinamericabook.com

7. ==> 70% of College Students Work

College is expensive and many undergrads need to work
to help cover college costs. That means juggling the
pressures of a job with academic life. How can students
strike a healthy balance? Adrian Ridner, CEO and Co-
founder of Study.com can discuss how students can take
learning outside the classroom to fit into a working
student’s busy schedule. He can also talk about how
online courses and shorter study sessions can be of
benefit, and discuss time management tactics students
can use to succeed both at school and work. Fed up with
the high cost of education, Adrian Ridner started
Study.com in 2002 with the mission of making education
affordable, effective and engaging. Today, the company
helps over 25 million students a month, from middle
school through college, with short video-based online
courses. Contact Chandni Brunamonti at
cbrunamonti@study.com

8. ==> What to Do When the Principal Calls

It’s Back to School in some parts of the country and
very nearly in others. And that means school topics are
back in the news. Why not interview retired elementary
school principal Susan Colton to prepare parents and
their children for the new school year? Colton can
discuss everything from what to do if your child’s
principal wants to see you to how to get the most out
of Back to School Night to what to expect under Betsy
DeVos and how we can reverse the corporate takeover of
public schools. The author of the upcoming book
“Principal’s Passion: A Quest for Quality Public
Education,” she was once told she would never be a
principal because she was too nice. Nevertheless,
Colton was principal of two elementary schools. She was
named a National Distinguished Principal during her 22
years holding that position. Contact her at (954)
786-8220 or scolton@bellsouth.net

9. ==> When B-T-S Becomes Back to Emotional Eating

As lazy summer gives way to back-to-school time, stress
levels rise. Families coping with new teachers, new
schools, new extracurricular activities and new
schedules are in danger of turning to old friends for
comfort: cookies, cakes, salty snacks and fast-food!
Renee Jones says, “Parents are stressed about getting
their kids settled, managing the routine and such, so
they’re likely eating to soothe themselves—and they are
harried, so the drive-through is an easy if not so
nutritious option. They may think it will be easier to
establish a nutritious lifestyle once things settle
down, and yet it’s often easier to start amidst the
transition.” Jones can talk about why back-to-School is
a better time to form new habits than New Years and
share ways to deal with stress that don’t involve food.
Renee Jones is a marriage and family counselor and the
author of “What’s Really Eating You? Overcome the
Triggers of Comfort Eating.” Contact her at (817)
938-6250; renee@packyourownbag.com

10. ==> Innovative Apps to Catch Ovarian Cancer Early

September is National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month.
Each year, 14,000 American women die of ovarian cancer,
succumbing to a disease that is frequently misdiagnosed
or diagnosed too late. Having lost her mother to the
often silent disease, comedian and author Jennifer
Coken is making it her mission to teach women how to
identify its symptoms early. They include persistent
bloating; feeling full even while eating less;
persistent back and abdominal pain; unusual fatigue or
bleeding, and changes in bladder and bowel habits.
She’ll discuss how to download two free symptom
trackers that encourage women to pay attention to
symptoms that on their own might not seem troubling.
Jen Coken is a life coach and stand-up comedian. She’s
the author of “When I Die Take My Panties: Turning Your
Darkest Moments into Your Greatest Gifts.” Contact her
at (303) 859-9081; jencoken@gmail.com

11. ==> America’s Vets Need Your Help

Every day in the U.S. 50,000 military veterans
experience homelessness and 21 vets commit suicide.
These are men and women who have given their all for
their country and deserve a better, smoother process
when they transition from the armed forces to civilian
life. To help them (and their families) take advantage
of all the services that are available to them
interview Jennifer Hammond. She wrote “101+ Resources
for Veterans: The Ultimate Resource Guide” with
participation from the nonprofit group A Hero
Foundation. Jennifer is passionate about helping
veterans, having been adopted as a teenager by a
military family. A SiriusXM radio host, Jennifer has
brought veterans issues to light while interviewing
seven congressmen on Capitol Hill for the Veterans
Legislative Forum, the Veterans Homelessness Forum, and
the Military Family Housing Forum. She can discuss
organizations all military families should know about
and what we need to do to end homelessness among
veterans. Reach her at (202) 345-2343;
jhammond@ttrsir.com

12. ==> Big Tips for Small Budget Travel

Want to know where to find the best travel deals
online? When should you book travel to get the best
price? Do you know how to capitalize if prices drop
after you book? Would you like to learn how to get the
best possible fare using Priceline’s ‘Name Your Price’
feature? Ultra-economical travel expert Russell Hannon
will explain it all. He is a former CBC Budget Travel
Columnist, has appeared at the New York Times Travel
Show, and is the author of “Stop Dreaming… Start
Traveling.” Contact him at (403) 354-0349;
russell@breakthetravelbarrier.com

13. ==> Zero Carbon Travel: Save Money & the World

Traveling light used to mean cramming clothes into a
carry-on bag to avoid baggage fees. But now, it means
something more, as Jennie Lynn will explain. She’ll
tell your listeners that more travelers are helping to
literally light the world in Third World nations while
the travelers themselves save big bucks on their travel
costs and offset their carbon emissions. As a member of
the travel website Viridian and owner of its Travel
Light franchise, Jennie Lynn can share why Viridan is
giving Expedia a run for its money by doing good works
and providing members with the lowest guaranteed public
prices on their destinations. She has saved $6,000 on
her own travel costs since December. Reach her at (508)
965-3053 or jennielynn@jennielynn.com

14. ==> Do You Have the Courage to Run Away?

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

15. ==> Make America Laugh Again!

Tired of the reading depressing news headlines every
morning? For a funny take on the day’s news, invite
stand-up comedian Vinnie Brand to provide humorous
commentary on today’s top local and national news
headlines. Vinnie appears all over New York City
talking about the things he knows best, kids, marriage,
bills and family – the stuff your listeners are talking
about! He his wife started The Stress Factory Comedy
Club in New Jersey more than 20 years ago. Besides his
stand-up act, Vinnie’s appeared on The Rosie O’Donnell
Show, Comedy Central’s “Tough Crowd”, and at The
Montreal Just for Laughs Comedy Festival (Best of the
Fest), The New York Comedy Festival, and the Toyota
Comedy Festival. He’s done radio on stations across the
country has starred in a commercial for Direct TV,
released a CD entitled “This is Vinnie Calling” and
done various voice overs. Contact Ryan McCormick at
(516) 901-1103