Studies show that up to 85% of workplace conflict stems from communication breakdowns, but most people don’t address issues until it’s too late. Samuel Bentil, a global dispute avoidance expert and the author of “Avoid Construction Disputes,” will teach listeners how to spot and stop conflict before it starts. With workplace tension, team burnout and leadership turnover on the rise, his message is right on time. Samuel’s proven strategies focus on emotional intelligence, trust-building and collaboration, the skills that turn daily friction into productivity. And these same tools don’t just work on the job. They improve communication and reduce tension at home and in the community too. Contact Samuel at (778) 656-0067; sbentil@rtirguests.com
Category: Problems Facing Our Nation
What is Urban Trauma? Why It’s Growing and How to Fix It
Did you know 31% of urban residents show signs of PTSD? That’s almost double the rate of war veterans. But urban trauma isn’t about combat, it’s the invisible stress from chronic chaos, violence and generational hardship. Darius Ross unpacks why it’s rising and offers mindset tools to rewire the brain for success. A former homeless teen-turned-entrepreneur and community leader, Darius has faced his own urban trauma and built businesses, a family and a legacy from the ground up. He reveals the counterintuitive truth that building your mindset is often harder than building a startup and offers winning strategies to do both. Darius is the author of several books on mindset and personal growth including “Mastering the TPS Blueprint,” “Success DNA” and “Leadership DNA.” Contact Darius Ross at (347) 801-7956; dross@rtirguests.com
How To Be a Peacebuilder During Nationwide Unrest
On Saturday, Donald Trump’s 79th birthday and Flag Day, thousands of troops, tanks and artillery launchers will roll over the streets of Washington, including Constitution Avenue, for a massive military parade. Meanwhile, across the country, organizers will be staging protests that could dwarf the parade in size. A coalition of pro-democracy, labor, and liberal activists are arranging a full day of counterprogramming to make the case that Trump is hijacking the Army celebration to venerate himself. Retired American diplomat and professional peacebuilder Danielle Reiff lived and worked in authoritarian environments throughout her career. She can discuss how political unrest in LA and across the country represent authoritarian overreach and how Americans can be peacebuilders during this volatile time. She can also discuss the rising civic renewal movement in the U.S. and a project to counter rising threats to our democracy with a plan to refresh the U.S. Constitution and build a more inclusive, participatory, and deliberative democracy than the U.S. has ever known. Reiff brings a lifetime of experience to this task. She started her career in the Peace Corps and worked for the United Nations before serving two decades as a democracy and peacebuilding officer for USAID, the US Agency for International Development. She now runs Peacebuilders, an initiative to promote nonviolence and unity in diversity and mitigate political violence in the U.S. Contact Danielle at (202) 499-7256; dreiff@rtirguests.com
Legal Analyst Weighs in on Diddy Trial, Celebrity, Money and Justice
When celebrity and money collide with the law, does true justice stand a chance? James Porfido—former prosecutor, criminal defense attorney and Court TV analyst—has decades of experience on both sides of the courtroom. He’s provided courtroom analysis and weighed in on high-profile trials from Michael Jackson to Harvey Weinstein, and now he’s watching the federal trial of music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs unfold with a critical eye. “When justice depends on how much money you have, it stops being justice. It becomes a transaction,” says Porfido. “The Diddy case is just the latest example.” Porfido is the author of “Unequal Justice: The Search for Truth to Balance the Scales,” a searing look at how wealth, politics and power distort outcomes in American courtrooms. Book him to discuss the deeper implications of celebrity trials and what it means for everyday Americans. Contact James Porfido at (973) 620-2157; jporfido@rtirguests.com
Raise Confident and Creative Kids in the AI Age
In a world where AI is rewriting the rules of work, education, and communication, how do we prepare our kids for a future we can barely predict? The answer starts at home. In “SMART Parenting 5.0,” award-winning author George Lee blends cutting-edge neuroscience, psychology, and real-world tech insights to deliver 10 powerful keys for raising resilient, emotionally intelligent, and forward-thinking children. His practical, research-backed approach helps parents nurture creativity, critical thinking, financial literacy, and self-confidence—skills schools often overlook but the future demands. With a unique perspective shaped by both Eastern and Western education systems, he equips families to thrive in the AI era—not fear it. This conversation is a must for modern parents who want to raise not just smart kids—but adaptable ones. Contact George Lee at (604) 330-8697; glee@rtirguests.com
Surviving Communism, Fighting for Faith: A Firsthand Story of Religious Persecution and Freedom
Laszlo (Les) Suhayda risked everything for freedom as a child, escaping Communist Hungary through a minefield with his family. His book, “Twelve Bells to Freedom,” tells the harrowing true story of how communism sought to destroy faith—banning religion, imprisoning clergy, and forcing families to inform on each other. Laszlo shares why religious freedom is still under threat and why history’s lessons must not be forgotten. His gripping firsthand account will captivate listeners, from history buffs to those passionate about faith, freedom, and resilience. In addition to being an author, Les is a successful businessman and the inventor of the first wine slushee product in America. Contact Laszlo (Les) Suhayda at (314) 501-6838; Lsuhayda@rtirguests.com
The Hidden Epidemic: How Isolation is Impacting Teen Mental Health
While the general belief is that the elderly are more inclined to experience loneliness and isolation, recent university studies have concluded that teens actually are more likely to experience this. One major cause is pervasive overuse of social media. “Social media can lead to feelings of negative comparison, inadequacy, and exclusion for teens,” says retired psychiatrist and author Dr. Shila Patel. “The resulting feelings of isolation can result in a host of physical and mental health issues, ranging from weakened immune function to acute depression, as well as thoughts of suicide.” Shila is a retired psychiatrist who spent her career focused on women’s and children’s issues, and the author of the three-book series “US Unhinged 1 and 2 and US Fractured.” Contact: Dr. Shila Patel at (229) 586-6190; spatel@rtirguests.com
What it Means to Be Great (Again)
Rick Patterson thinks a lot of Americans are confused about the meaning of greatness. A corporate leader, former Evangelical minister who launched his own church, and cattle rancher, Rick can discuss what real greatness looks like when you are following Christ compared to the definition of greatness used in the world, our addiction to greatness and the role of shame, and the choice we have between self-preservation and self-sacrifice. He’ll also discuss what is currently driving the church and the Christian nationalism movement. Rick calls his new book, “The Meek Shall Inherit the Earth: Rediscovering What it Means to Be Great (Again),” a biblical rebuke to the religious right and redemption for the religiously wronged. His previous book, “Shame Unmasked: Disarming the Hidden Source of Destructive Decisions,” offers ways to pivot your thinking to make decisions that are less destructive to yourself and others. Contact Rick Patterson at (517) 300-2706; Rpatterson@rtirguests.com
Former USAID Diplomat: What the U.S. Needs in These Divisive Times
President Trump fired thousands of employees with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) on the advice of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk. Retired American diplomat Danielle Reiff served with USAID for 20 years and believes this was a big mistake. She’ll clear up the misconceptions about the agency and explain what it actually did as well as why it was so vital to America’s “soft” international political power. Beyond that, Reiff is a self-described peacebuilder, dedicated to building consensus-based self-governance through dialogue, collaboration, information resilience, and unity in diversity. In addition to her service as a diplomat, Reiff is also a violence prevention expert and the founder of the Peacebuilders Initiative, a group created to inspire and support citizens to come together across historic divides. Ask her: How did your experience at USAID prepare you for becoming a peacebuilder? How do you propose bridging the gaps that divide this country? Contact Danielle Reiff at (202) 499-7256; dreiff@rtirguests.com
The Shocking Truth about Modern Nursing
Nurse Kathy Allan happened to look out the window of the hospital where she worked one day and saw a new mother and her infant being discharged – by a cleaning lady dressed in scrubs. The problem was, only nurses should wear scrubs and only nurses can discharge patients. When Allan began asking questions, the hospital administration threatened her job. “I knew then that the fix was in and the con was on,” Allan says. Invite her on your show and hear why she says our for-profit healthcare system betrays patients and abuses caregivers. Hear how nurses are overworked, exhausted, and are almost 20% more likely to die by suicide. As a 60-year nurse veteran, Allan not only knows all about these systemic ills, she can also discuss solutions which effectively address burnout and exhaustion, improve workplace relationships and professional boundaries, and strengthen policies that reduce the risk of medical errors. She is the founder of Gutsy Nurses, an organization dedicated to restoring the ethical practice of nursing. Contact Kathy Allan at (619) 932-5206; Kallan@rtirguests.com