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May 12, 2020

01. The Pandemic is About to Test Rural America
02. Are We Running Out of Food?
03. The Dangers of Reimagining Education after the Pandemic
04. The Industry of Politics: Is it Possible to Break Partisan Gridlock?
05. 5 Reasons to Go Consignment This Spring
06. Tigers Love Bubble Baths … More Than Murder
07. Your Smartphone, Bathroom Scale and Other Ways to Teach Kids Math at Home
08. How the Pandemic Will Continue to Impact Your Health Once It’s Over
09. Why Churches Are More Important Than Ever During COVID-19
10. The Most Important Trait You Have for Surviving the Pandemic
11. 5 Easy Ways to Combat Eco-Anxiety and Disease Dread
12. The Real Reason You Do Stuff Knowing It’s Bad for You
13. Interview a Real-Life ‘Death Whisperer’
14. Become an Author While Sheltering in Place
15. How to Be an Astrologer: Everything You Need to Know

1. ==> The Pandemic is About to Test Rural America

Since the novel coronavirus arrived in the United
States, it has ravaged mainly urban communities and
until very recently, rural America was mostly spared.
Epidemiologist Tara Smith says with their communities
still relatively undisturbed, it is little wonder that
so many rural dwellers remain skeptical of the virus’s
potential to upend their lives, but she warns the
pandemic has only just begun in rural America. Smith
explains how the virus will be slower moving and less
dramatic but will linger in the South and Midwest,
areas that have seen more than 120 hospital closures in
the past decade, leaving them woefully underprepared
for the epidemic. “The loss of hospitals often means
the loss of the medical providers these institutions
employed, leaving fewer health professionals to treat
rural residents, who tend to be in worse health overall
than their urban counterparts.” Tara C. Smith is a
professor of epidemiology at Kent State University in
Ohio. Her research focuses on disease transmission in
rural populations. Contact her at tsmit176@kent.edu;
(330) 672-3946 or @aetiology

2. ==> Are We Running Out of Food?

Grocery stores don’t look the same as they did a few
months ago. Besides one-way aisles, plexiglass barriers
and required mask-wearing, shoppers who venture out
after weeks of social distancing may likely find poorly
stocked shelves and shortages of basic goods. Invite
Maria Concepcion Powell, CEO and president of the U.S-
Women Grocers Association, to discuss what’s happening
with our supply chain and whether we should be worried
about a food shortage. She’ll discuss why millions of
Americans were going hungry before the coronavirus
crisis and offer insight into the role today’s business
and political leaders should play in reshaping our
post-COVID economy so that it serves everyone,
including the most vulnerable. The U.S.-Women Grocers
of America represents female grocers and other women
affiliated with the independent food industry. Maria
Concepcion Powell has over 40 years’ experience in the
food and pharmaceutical industries. Contact her at
(732) 875-6511 or uswga.corporation@gmail.com

3. == > The Dangers of Reimagining Education after the
Pandemic

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has tapped a second
billionaire to “reinvent” education in New York State
after the pandemic. Cuomo reportedly sees distance
learning as “the wave of the future,” and has enlisted
Bill Gates and Eric Schmidt of Google as his advisers.
Diane Ravitch, a historian of education at New York
University, says it’s a huge mistake. “Parents want to
return to work, students want to see their teachers and
their friends, and they want to return to their
activities and sports. Teachers want to see their
students. No one but Cuomo—and probably Bill Gates and
Eric Schmidt—wants remote learning to become
permanent.” She adds, “Why doesn’t Gov. Cuomo listen to
parents and teachers and students, who will tell him to
reinvent schools by fully funding them? They want
smaller class sizes, well-maintained facilities,
experienced teachers, a well-stocked library with a
librarian, programs in the arts, a nurse and social
worker and guidance counselor in every school.” Diane
Ravitch is the author of several books including “Reign
of Error: The Hoax of the Privatization Movement and
the Danger to America’s Public Schools.” Contact her at
gardendr@gmail.com; @DianeRavitch

4. ==> The Industry of Politics: Is it Possible to
Break Partisan Gridlock?

No one would argue that today’s political climate
doesn’t serve us very well as Americans. Discuss the
industry of politics and how political innovation can
break partisan gridlock with Harvard economist Michael
Porter and former CEO Katherine Gehl. The pair can
discuss key areas of nonpartisan change, political
innovation, and action that could improve America’s
political system and ability to compete globally. From
improving how we hold elections to changing legislative
rules and ending the current duopoly of political
parties, Porter and Gehl say Democrats and Republicans
need to operate under a potential threat from
competitors. Katherine M. Gehl was president and CEO of
Gehl Foods, a $250 million, high-tech food
manufacturing company in Wisconsin. She’s a business
leader, writer, speaker, and political innovation
activist. Michael E. Porter is the Bishop William
Lawrence University Professor at Harvard Business
School and the author of 19 books. Together they’ve
written “The Politics Industry: How Political
Innovation Can Break Partisan Gridlock and Save Our
Democracy.” Contact Johanna Ramos Boyer at (703)
646-5137; (703) 400-1099 (cell); johanna@jrbcomm.com or
Erin Bolden at (703) 646-5188

5. ==> 5 Reasons to Go Consignment This Spring

Whether your audience members are buyers, sellers or
just interested in emerging trends, a story on the
booming clothing consignment business is sure to please
when lifestyle journalist Suzanne Wexler is your expert
(she was recently quoted in Reader’s Digest on this
topic). Suzanne will explain how gently used luxury
men’s and women’s clothing became an online super trend
and why Instagram enthusiasts were leading the charge.
Suzanne will offer five reasons why you should start
choosing consignment this spring and will even let your
listeners know how they can select clothes in their
closet for consignment vs. donation, which they can
drop off once social distancing ends. This show idea
works on multiple levels: it’s timely, it’s green and
it’s a way to make money on clothing people no longer
wear while they remain stuck at home. Suzanne is
published in the Huffington Post, National Post,
Bust.com and her work has been syndicated throughout
Canada. She’s been quoted in Goodhousekeeping.com, and
Prevention magazine and provided commentary on CTV
National and Virgin Radio; she has been on more than
200 radio stations in the U.S. and Canada. Contact her
at (514) 704-0029; suzannawexler@hotmail.com

6. ==> Tigers Love Bubble Baths … More Than Murder

With its tales of big cats and murder, “Tiger King” is
one of the most talked-about shows streaming on
Netflix. Suddenly, tigers are hot! But, as award-
winning author Mary K. Savarese will tell you, tigers
have a softer, cooler side: they love bubble baths and
lapping up Obsession perfume like a cocktail. Mary will
explain that tigers are the only big cats that like
water. They are also lazy and known to sleep away the
day but will sit in a tub with bubbles forever. Mary
can also talk about ways your audience can help the
reserves that care for big cats and save their lives.
It was at one such reserve that Mary, a mystery romance
writer, got the idea for her latest book, “Tigers Love
Bubble Baths & Obsession Perfume.” That happened when
she witnessed a 600-pound Siberian Tiger jump into a
galvanized tank filled with bubble baths. Contact Mary
at (860) 550-3344; maryksavarese@gmail.com

7. ==> Your Smartphone, Bathroom Scale and Other Ways
to Teach Kids Math at Home

Many parents now face the scary reality that they are
in charge of their kid’s education for the rest of the
school year. Is it possible to enjoy this time and feel
confident that your children won’t fall behind?
“Absolutely!” says educator and school administrator
Lee Jenkins. According to Lee, it’s easier than you
think to create a fun, creative learning environment at
home … using many of the same principles he teaches to
teachers and administrators in schools. Lee will share
simple strategies like why your child should draw a
picture before they write a story, why you should just
spell a word for a child when they ask, how your
smartphone, your bathroom scale and a measuring cup are
all it takes to teach some math, and why you should
never use a red pen when editing your child’s work (and
what to use instead). Lee Jenkins is the author of “How
to Create a Perfect School,” with a foreword by Jack
Canfield. He has been an educator and administrator in
public schools and universities. Contact Lee Jenkins at
(484) 306-8784; LJenkins@rtirguests.com

8. ==> How the Pandemic Will Continue to Impact Your
Health Once It’s Over

COVID-19 has been a game-changer especially when it
comes to public health. What are some of the likely
aftereffects your listeners should be aware of? Dr.
Annalee Kitay has already found that a great number of
people’s immune systems are compromised from the scare
of this pandemic. She adds, “People may appear healthy
on the outside but due to the incredible stress of this
pandemic, some will need to boost their immune system.”
Dr. Kitay will talk about our body’s systems and the
important communication role the brain plays with those
systems in immune function. She will share information
about the revolutionary protocol she practices and also
trains physicians in. This protocol is one of health
care’s best-kept secrets. She is one of fewer than 50
practitioners in the U.S., who is using Neural
Organization Technique, a proven noninvasive approach
to help people with everything from immune issues and
concussions to learning disabilities and low-back pain.
Dr. Kitay has done research with Kessler Institute and
also practiced with the late Dr. (Robert) Atkins at his
Center for Complementary Medicine in New York City.
Contact Dr. Kitay at (561) 462-4733;
akitay@rtirguests.com

9. ==> Why Churches Are More Important Than Ever During
COVID-19

Like many other businesses and institutions, the
COVID-19 pandemic social distancing mandate has
presented great challenges for houses of worship that
are dedicated to helping the most vulnerable among us.
“When the motto of the day becomes, ‘Stay at home and
save a life,’ we become insular,” says Rev. Raleigh
Sadler. Raleigh can share safe, creative ways to
identify and aid the most vulnerable, without putting
others and ourselves at risk. He’ll explain how we can
safely help local nonprofits working with vulnerable
populations, how to stay connected via video chats
through Zoom or FaceTime, how to aid elderly neighbors,
and more. Raleigh is founder of the human trafficking
awareness group Let My People Go, and author of
“Vulnerable: Rethinking Human Trafficking.” Contact
Raleigh at (917) 341-6758; RSadler@rtirguests.com

10. ==> The Most Important Trait You Have for Surviving
the Pandemic

As the world is rocked by the COVID-19 pandemic, most
people are experiencing one overriding, debilitating
emotion. Fear is the biggest enemy in times of
uncertainty, says Kim Chestney. “Now, more than ever,
the most important thing we can do is to reconnect with
our inner power.” Let Kim tell you how as she explores
the role intuition can play in navigating stressful
times. She’ll teach you how to cut through the stress,
the BS and fake news, to get back to your center by
tuning in to your inner truth. Kim is an international
best-selling author and the founder of IntuitionLab.
Her new book “Radical Intuition: A Revolutionary Guide
to Your Inner Power” releases in the fall from New
World Library. Contact Kim at (412) 214-9502;
KChestney@rtirguests.com

11. ==> 5 Easy Ways to Combat Eco-Anxiety and Disease
Dread

It’s impossible to ignore the climate crisis with
headlines focusing on the increase in carbon dioxide
emissions, warming of the oceans and climate disasters.
While we want to be aware of environmental issues, it
is not uncommon for these events — and contagious
disease outbreaks — to trigger anxiety, helplessness,
sadness, and fear for future generations. Registered
psychotherapist Elke Scholz can explore on-air such
topical questions as what is the cost of eco-anxieties
and health worries on our well-being? How is all this
affecting today’s youth? Why should listeners pay
attention to such topics? Elke will recommend five tips
to alleviate stress while acknowledging your
discomfort; including, how to recognize where the
anxiety is coming from and how to make safer, greener
choices. Elke has two books on anxiety, “Anxiety
Warrior Vol. One and Vol. Two.” She also offers anti-
anxiety and pro-wellness kits for employees, at-risk
youth and seniors. For over 35 years, Elke has run a
private therapy practice. Contact Elke Scholz at (705)
710-4315; escholz@rtirguests.com

12. ==> The Real Reason You Do Stuff Knowing It’s Bad
for You

We do things we shouldn’t … from eating too much fast
food to smoking cigarettes and dating unsuitable
people. We know these things are wrong for us, but we
do them anyway, often not knowing why. Elana Davidson
is a happiness and mental health coach who can tell you
how to figure out why your subconscious is getting in
your way and how to talk it down. Elana’s professional
training spans decades of exploration and study in the
fields of consciousness, psychology, personal
development and kinesiology. Elana will tell your
audience members how they can get a free copy of her
eBook, “Finding Your Own Happy: The Soul-Searchers
Guide to Peace and Happiness in Everyday Life,”
published by Morgan James. Contact Elana at (413)
225-4758; elanadavidson@rtirguests.com

13. ==> Interview a Real-Life ‘Death Whisperer’

While growing up in a Midwestern funeral home where her
dad was an undertaker, Margo Lenmark learned how to
communicate with the deceased. As a result, she
received many valuable lessons about living one’s best
life. “I’ve been called a ‘death whisperer’ because
death speaks to me in many ways,” she says. “People who
have passed over have given me important messages about
life that pertain to everyone. Naturally, as each
person is unique, his or her message is unique. But all
are universal, important and relevant.” Margo is the
author of the critically acclaimed book “Light in the
Mourning: Memoirs of an Undertaker’s Daughter.” The
book has received glowing reviews from a number of
prominent authors and spiritual leaders, including
Deepak Chopra. Contact Margo at (484) 928-7824;
MLenmark@rtirguests.com

14. ==> Become an Author While Sheltering in Place

You’ve wanted to write a book for years but never found
the time. Now that you’re sheltering in place at home,
this is the perfect time to begin writing. Author Andy
Hyman can tell your audience how to get started and
stay on track to complete their first book. He says
that by scheduling time every day, you can finally get
your book going. Invite him to reveal how to overcome
distractions and competing priorities, and even how to
get writing done when your kids are home and how to get
feedback on your manuscript.  His book, Snob-Free Wine
Tasting Companion, reveals how to get the most out of a
wine-tasting experience, how to match foods with
specific wines, and how wine is made. Hyman has been
featured by Sonoma Magazine, the Marin Independent
Journal, Napa Valley Register, North Bay BIZ magazine,
and other radio and print outlets nationwide. Contact
him at (415) 767-1441 (CA); andyhyman@rtirguests.com

15. ==> How to Be an Astrologer: Everything You Need to
Know

Why go to an astrologer when you can be an astrologer?
From horoscopes to compatibility breakdowns, astrology
is everywhere. But how do you figure out what it all
means? And how can it help you better understand
yourself and the world around you? Invite astrologer
Constance Stellas on your show to share relatable
advice to anyone interested in learning more about
astrology, getting to know themselves through the
zodiac, and providing accurate readings for others. She
can also do the astrological charts of your show host
and crew, revealing their personalities, life’s
purpose, and future! Constance Stellas has appeared on
several New York TV morning shows and national radio
programs. Constance is the astrologer for Huffington
Post and a regular contributor to Thrive Global. She is
also the author of several books including “How to Be
an Astrologer: Everything You Need to Interpret
Anyone’s Birth Chart for a Complete, Accurate, and
Revealing Astrological Reading.” Contact Ryan McCormick
at (516) 901-1103; (919) 377-1200 or
ryan@goldmanmccormick.com

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May 5, 2020

01. Who Loses if Post Office Goes Bankrupt?
02. Netflix Doc: The Jenny Jones Show Murder
03. Officer Clemmons, Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood Policeman Pal
04. Mommy Rapper – Clean Rap Songs for Everyone
05. Would the U.S. Be Better off If Mothers Ran It?
06. Why Moms Hate Mother’s Day
07. Transforming Mother’s Day
08. This Guest Proves It Doesn’t Take Biology to Make a Mother
09. It’s National Nurses Week
10. Your Child is Better Off Now That You’re His Teacher
11. What Do These Famous Firings Have in Common?
12. M.D. Shares 7 Essential Tools to Survive the Pandemic
13. When You’re Quarantined with Your Abuser
14. Can a Pencil Help You Build Connection in the Time of Coronavirus?
15. You Think You’ve Got Cabin Fever?

1. ==> Who Loses if Post Office Goes Bankrupt?

The future of the U.S. Postal Service is up in the air, as President Donald Trump continues to starve the institution of financial assistance. Who would suffer most if the USPS went bankrupt? According to a new report: “A USPS shutdown would be devastating for the entire country, but especially for the rural communities that rely most on a public service with a universal mandate to serve every address, no matter how remote.” Coauthors Sarah Anderson and Scott Klinger find that “the 15 most rural U.S. states would face heavy blows to jobs, revenue, mail and package deliveries, and voting rights.” Sarah Anderson directs the Global Economy Project of the Institute for Policy Studies and is a co-editor of Inequality.org. Scott Klinger is a senior equitable development specialist at Jobs with Justice and an associate fellow at the Institute for Policy Studies. Contact Anderson at sarah@ips-dc.org; @ips_dc or Klinger at scottklinger@earthlink.net

2.==> Netflix Doc: The Jenny Jones Show Murder

A new Netflix documentary, “Trial by Media,” features the case of Jonathon Schmitz. Schmitz killed Scott Amedure three days after the two men appeared in a 1995 episode of The Jenny Jones Show entitled Same-Sex Secret Crushes. Visibly shaken and embarrassed on camera, Schmitz stated that he was heterosexual and nervously laughed off the remarks. Schmitz was convicted of second-degree murder and served 22 years before being released in 2017. Dr. Carole Lieberman, who testified on behalf of Jonathan Schmitz during his trial, is available for interviews. Dr. Lieberman has letters and phone calls from Schmitz, taped interviews with those involved, and other information from the trial. Carole Lieberman, M.D., M.P.H., is a board-certified psychiatrist and a bestselling author. She has appeared on Oprah, the Today show, Good Morning America, CNN, Fox News, HLN, Entertainment Tonight, ABC, CBS, NBC and many more media outlets. Contact Mark Goldman at (516) 639-0988 (call/text); mark@goldmanmccormick.com

3. ==> Officer Clemmons, Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood Policeman Pal

The world knows Dr. François Clemmons as Mr. Rogers’ friend Officer Clemmons on the award-winning children’s TV show Mister Rogers. He made history as the first African American actor to have a recurring role on a children’s television program. His new memoir “Officer Clemmons” details his incredible life story, beginning with his early years in Alabama and Ohio, marked by family trauma and loss, through his studies as a music major at Oberlin College, where he began to investigate and embrace his homosexuality, to a chance encounter with Fred Rogers that changed the whole course of both men’s lives, leading to a deep, spiritual friendship and mentorship spanning nearly 40 years. Invite him on your show to discuss Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, his friendship with Rogers, and how a new world opened up for him, but also required him to make painful choices and sacrifices. Contact Megan Fishmann at megan.fishmann@counterpointpress.com

4. ==> Mommy Rapper – Clean Rap Songs for Everyone

At a time when moms are being pushed to work from home, homeschool their kids and keep the family afloat, one Sacramento, California, mom is making rap music a family experience. Invite internet sensation Mommy Rapper on your show for a fun segment that may leave your listeners feeling a little differently about rappers and rap music. Mommy Rapper writes, records and produces clean rap songs rated E for Everyone. Her mission began back in 2012 when she realized she couldn’t play commercial rap music in front of her four daughters without explicit lyrics and demeaning messages. Since then she’s been creating commercial rap music that uplifts and inspires women, mothers and girls. She says people in positions of fame and popularity have a social and moral responsibility to be role models that inspire and uplift children. Her latest CD is “Clean Rap Songs.” Contact Kellie DeMarco at (916) 747-3231; kellie@kelliedemarco.com

5. ==> Would the U.S. Be Better off If Mothers Ran It?

Mother’s Day is a time to honor the women who hold our world together. But it can also serve as a reminder that the same qualities moms use—empathy, collaboration, reason, and fact-gathering to name but a few—could also be put to greater use in running the country. From the boardroom to the White House, women will continue to make their mark just as they are doing around the world (i.e. think New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and German Chancellor Angela Merkel, both of whom have been praised for their country’s handling of the coronavirus). Lorri Craig is a Certified Financial Planner, developer of the Wake the Warrior Woman platform and author of an upcoming book on how to shape a culture that embraces more creative, collaborative, and receptive feminine energy that benefits both women and men. Bring her on-air to discuss what the country is likely to gain economically, socially, and militarily by harnessing the power of mothers. Contact her at (484) 453-1742; LCraig@rtirguests.com

6. ==> Why Moms Hate Mother’s Day

Don’t bother sending cards, flowers, or gift cards for Mother’s Day this year. Mothers everywhere are so stressed-out, tired and anxious they don’t want to celebrate! So, don’t spend money you don’t have to buy stuff she doesn’t want, or make promises you know you can’t keep. Get ready for a fun and informative show as Ivy Ge, Pharm.D., shares the three things a mother really wants. A pharmacy specialist and professor, Dr. Ge is a multi-genre author who writes books that empower women to pursue self-growth outside the role of caregivers. Her latest books include “The Art of Good Enough: The Working Mom’s Guilt-Free Guide to Thriving While Being Perfectly Imperfect” and “Life Transformational Journal.” Contact Dr. Ivy Ge at (415) 326-3655; Contact.Ivy.Ge@gmail.com

7. ==> Transforming Mother’s Day

Remember past Mother’s Days when you could take Mom out for dinner or buy her flowers? This year, many people will grieve for Mother’s Day as it used to be while others will be riddled with unhappy thoughts of mothers who are no longer living or present, babies who were never conceived, or mothers who were abusive or absent. When you invite the Rev. Meghan Smith Brooks on your program there will be an opportunity to transform the holiday into a time for releasing, renewing, replenishing, and relaxing. Meghan, who recently conducted a workshop on this topic, can share ways grief, pain, and loss offer a gift for healing and transformation and ways people can realize the power they have to choose how they want to live. Meghan is an expert on coping with grief whose son was murdered seven years ago this May. She is an ordained Unity Minister and certified grief coach. She is the author of the upcoming book “Unraveling Grief: A Mother’s Spiritual Journey After Losing Her Son.” Contact Meghan at (816) 844-6783; mbrooks@rtirguests.com

8. ==> This Guest Proves It Doesn’t Take Biology to Make a Mother

Just in time for Mother’s Day, May 10, Mikki Shepard can deliver a feel-good show on the joys of nontraditional motherhood experienced by women who choose to be mothers to children and babies with whom they do not share DNA. Mikki, who adopted her son CJ as an infant and is the author of “In a Heartbeat: The Miracle of a Family That Was Meant to Be,” can talk about the challenges and opportunities of adoption and bust the myths that prevent more couples and birth mothers from choosing it. She can also share the amazing story of coincidences and serendipity that led her to adopt CJ and the lesson her stepfather taught her about what it means to be a family that changed her life. A Realtor by profession, “In a Heartbeat” is her first book. Contact Mikki at (938) 222-4650; mshepard@rtirguests.com

9. ==> It’s National Nurses Week

Right now, we need nurses more than ever, but what kind of career can you expect in the profession? What should you know as you enter nursing school, graduate, become registered, and begin a nursing career? What will it take to keep you on the job? How can we all help prevent nursing shortages since the aging population needs such professionals more than ever? You’ll want to explore this timely topic and the nursing experience with all its implications by interviewing Nancy Congleton. In addition to offering solutions to help today’s nurses and ultimately everyone they serve, she will reveal the unexpected realities of the nursing profession, five relationship dynamics that nurses face, legal issues, and the concerns everyone should have when nurses feel so unprepared and overworked that they leave. An outspoken registered nurse known as Nurse Nancy, Nancy Covington has worked in the NICU, ER and case management. She’s the author of “Autopsy of the NP: Dissecting the Nursing Profession Piece By Piece.” Contact Nancy Congleton at (918) 992-4616; NCongleton@rtirguests.com

10. ==> Your Child is Better Off Now That You’re His Teacher

Many parents now face the scary reality that they are in charge of their kid’s education for the rest of the school year. Is it possible to enjoy this time and feel confident that your children won’t fall behind? “Absolutely!” says educator and school administrator Lee Jenkins. According to Lee, it’s easier than you think to create a fun, creative learning environment at home … using many of the same principles he teaches to teachers and administrators in schools. Lee will share simple strategies like why your child should draw a picture before they write a story, why you should just spell a word for a child when they ask, how your smartphone, your bathroom scale and a measuring cup are all it takes to teach some math, and why you should never use a red pen when editing your child’s work (and what to use instead). Lee Jenkins is the author of “How to Create a Perfect School,” with a foreword by Jack Canfield. He has been an educator and administrator in public schools and universities. Contact Lee Jenkins at (484) 306-8784; LJenkins@rtirguests.com

11. ==> What Do These Famous Firings Have in Common?

What is the difference between Harry Truman firing Gen. Douglas MacArthur, Barack Obama firing Gen. Stanley McChrystal, and the Former Acting Secretary of the Navy firing Capt. Brett Crozier? As Steven Mays will explain, all were widely respected leaders in their service and all believed in their view of how to achieve the nation’s goals. All three looked out for the troops in their charge and all spoke the truth. Ultimately, each failed to support their commander in chief, resulting in their firings. With Capt. Crozier’s potential reinstatement to the U.S.S. Roosevelt, now is the perfect time to explore the difference between civilian and military leadership and why Mays says that while civilian command over the military is crucial, civilian direction of every aspect within the military is a disaster waiting to happen. He says, “The rules for behavior are different from running a restaurant or a bank or a plumbing service. It is unwise to expect the leaders in the combat arms to act in the same manner as other jobs in all aspects of their performance.” Mays says whatever the Navy decides makes regarding Capt. Crozier is sure to send shock waves throughout the service. Mays is the author of “The Power of 3, Lessons in Leadership.”  He is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis who served on nuclear submarines. Contact him at (703) 552-5672; smays@rtirguests.com

12. ==> M.D. Shares 7 Essential Tools to Survive the Pandemic

Are the “what-ifs” of the current COVID-19 pandemic driving you crazy? Steven Hall, M.D., can share the keys to physically and mentally surviving these scary times. “When life becomes uncertain, it’s easy to become undone,” he says. “With everything that is going on in the world right now, it’s understandable how our emotions get the better of us.” Dr. Steven can guide audiences through seven simple yet powerful tools that can keep them safe, sane, and resilient, even in the most difficult times. He has been practicing family medicine since 1985. He is the co-creator of the online class Fostering Resilience in Uncertain Times and the author of “The 7 Tools of Healing: Unlock Your Inner Wisdom and Live the Life Your Soul Desires.” Contact Dr. Steven at (425) 531-3684; shall@rtirguests.com

13. ==> When You’re Quarantined with Your Abuser

According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, abuse has increased 30% since social distancing began in the U.S. Dr. Dellia Evans says survivors are reporting increased distress and anxiety. “They feel even more isolated from support and social connections, and that they have no escape. With finances becoming limited, their partners are taking it out on them with control and manipulation. Some abusers are threatening victims if they try to leave. Others are threatening victims that they will throw them out to get exposed to COVID-19.” Dr. Evans knows the issues associated with abusive relationships only too well having been married to a man who abused her for nearly 20 years. The author of “Heart Vision: How to See Your Path Forward When You’re in a Dark Place” and the companion “Heart Vision Journal” will discuss the dynamics of abusive relationships, how to get to the other side of the fears and anxieties of a destructive marriage and share a quiz to see if you are in a toxic relationship. Dr. Dellia Evans is a certified laser vision correction surgeon and optometrist. Contact her at (844) 798-9898; visible@drdellia.com

14. ==> Can a Pencil Help You Build Connection in the Time of Coronavirus?

Bored with reading, streaming and playing video games? Running out of things to say to your family members and fellow social distancers? If you want to do something fun that builds connection all it may take is a few minutes of your time, a piece of paper and a pen or a pencil. According to Lynn Matsuoka, considered the best living reportage artist, the way to draw someone to you is to draw them on paper! In an interview that works just as well for radio as television, Lynn will explain a simple technique anyone can employ, even the most artistically impaired, fearful and untalented individuals, to do quick drawings that will build connection and admiration. And while she is at it, Lynn can tell stories of what it was like to take her own drawing skills behind the scenes of such varied venues as TV shows, concerts, sumo wrestling in Japan and the Watergate hearings. For 40 years, Lynn has gotten paid to be a fly on the wall, recording behind the scenes activities in quick drawings and all the while heightening her skills of observation. A great, one-of-a-kind interview, Lynn is a media favorite. Reach her at (808) 479-5966; artist@hamptonsartist.com 

15. ==> You Think You’ve Got Cabin Fever?

By now, many of your listeners are feeling stir-crazy after being cooped up at home waiting out the pandemic. Imagine if home was a 39-foot RV. And you shared it with your spouse! Tim Winders and his wife have been riding out the COVID storm and social distancing from the world in the RV they’ve named Theo. He is so persuasive that his adult son also works and lives in his own RV. Tim can also talk about his inspiring life journey: he went from owning seven-figure businesses and over 100 properties to bankruptcy, homelessness and having $100 in his bank account before rebounding to his current, more intentional lifestyle. Contact Tim Winders at (404) 846-4639; twinders@rtirguests.com

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April 21, 2020

01. The Best Way to Reopen the U.S.
02. Global Pandemic Leadership: China vs the U.S.
03. How Ecuador Descended Into COVID Chaos
04. The Lincoln Conspiracy You’ve Never Heard About
05. 50th Anniversary of Earth Day: The Singing Tree Lady
06. When You’re Quarantined with Your Abuser
07. Life After COVID-19: What You’ll Need to Do
08. Your Child is Better Off Now That You’re His Teacher
09. How to Doodle Your Coronavirus PTSD Away
10. Self-Love for Surviving Isolation
11. How to Have Fun with the Fear of Uncertainty
12. Hypnotist Uses Zoom to Send Healing During Coronavirus
13. The Most Important Trait You Have for Surviving a Pandemic
14. 5 Easy Ways to Combat Eco-Anxiety and Disease Dread
15. Don’t Worry, Be Healthy: Balancing Fears with Facts
16. Stuck at Home? Time to Write a Book
17. Everyone Needs a Coach: How to Have One on Any Budget
18. ‘What I Learned about Fear after Facing Cancer Three Times’
19. How to Raise Boys to Respect Women in the ‘Me Too’ Age
20. ‘Benji’ Creator: The Real Story 50 Years Later

1. ==> The Best Way to Reopen the U.S.

A team of Harvard economists, social scientists,
lawyers and philosophers published a white paper last
week outlining the best way to reopen the country. The
group says there’s an available policy pathway that
would cost no more than we’re already planning to
spend, with much better effect and linked to a clear
timetable for the end of aggressive social distancing.
Invite Dr. Daniele Allen to discuss two real options
that combine a public health strategy and an economic
strategy. The first paradigm involves repeated orders
to “shelter in place” — a rotation of roughly two
months under quarantine, one month out, for 12 to 18
months. To support this, the economy is “frozen,” much
as Denmark is doing now. The second paradigm, “mobilize
and transition,” treats the potential collapse of our
health infrastructure as a major national security
threat. With the coronavirus as the enemy, this
involves a single, upfront period of aggressive social
distancing of approximately three months, to reduce
transmission of the disease; simultaneously, the
government aggressively builds an infrastructure for
fighting and surviving the pandemic — investing in the
production of testing capacity and test administration,
personal protective equipment, and tools for case
identification and contact tracing. Dr. Daniele Allen,
director of the Edmond J. Safra Center for Ethics at
Harvard University and a member of the panel, can
explain why the second strategy is the best way to get
the country moving again. Contact Cherise Fields at
(617) 495-9646; cherisefields@fas.harvard.edu

2. == > Global Pandemic Leadership: China vs U.S.

As COVID-19 continues to ravage the world, a secondary
debate over the longer-term implications of the
pandemic for global leadership has surfaced. Elizabeth
Economy of the Council on Foreign Relations says
neither China nor the U.S. is rising to the occasion.
She says rather than acknowledge culpability for the
initial spread of the virus, and then, with grace, lead
the world in donations of personal protection equipment
(PPE), the Chinese government has attempted to offload
responsibility with spurious theories about the virus
originating in Italy or dropped in Wuhan by the U.S.
army. Here in the U.S., Economy says President Trump
has done no better after wasting weeks with his
determination to ignore both the seriousness of the
virus and the need to provide a strategy for responding
to the threat. She says, “The only question that
remains now is whether China or the United States will
rise to the occasion in the aftermath of the crisis to
demonstrate another quality of great leadership: an
ability to learn, adapt, and do better. Unfortunately,
the character of the current leadership in both
Washington and Beijing means there is little chance of
this.” Elizabeth Economy is director for Asia studies
at the Council on Foreign Relations and a distinguished
visiting fellow at Stanford University’s Hoover
Institution. She is an acclaimed author and expert on
Chinese domestic and foreign policy. Contact her at
(212) 434-9641; eeconomy@cfr.org

3. ==> How Ecuador Descended into COVID Chaos

In the last few days and weeks, media outlets around
the world have been publishing shocking stories and
images of the COVID-19 crisis in Ecuador. Invite
Guillaume Long, a senior policy analyst at the Center
for Economic and Policy Research (CEPR), to explain how
the country descended into COVID-19 chaos. He says,
“Scenes of corpses abandoned in the streets of
Guayaquil, Ecuador’s second-largest city, have shaken
audiences in Latin America and beyond. Statistics, even
the highly untrustworthy official ones, have confirmed
the dire picture of a fast accelerating crisis.” He
adds, “Government ministers and diplomatic
representatives abroad were told to give interviews
denouncing it all as ‘fake news.’” Prior to joining
CEPR, Guillaume held several cabinet positions in the
government of Ecuador, including minister of foreign
affairs, minister of culture, and minister of knowledge
and human talent. Most recently, he served as Ecuador’s
permanent representative to the United Nations in
Geneva. Contact Dan Beeton at beeton@cepr.net or
@ceprdc

4. ==> The Lincoln Conspiracy You’ve Never Heard About

Invite Brad Meltzer of the History Channel on your show
for a fascinating discussion about a secret society
that plotted to kill Abraham Lincoln right after he was
elected. Meltzer will share the real-life story that
few people know. You’ll learn about the work of a famed
detective and one of the first female private
detectives in America and how strong leadership during
a time when the nation was divided by the Civil War
helped thwart the plot and unite a nation — drawing
parallels to the divisions that exist in the U.S.
today. Meltzer is the host of the History Channel shows
Brad Meltzer’s Decoded and Brad Meltzer’s Lost History.
Meltzer is the author of a dozen books including his
latest, “The Lincoln Conspiracy.” Contact John Angelo
at john@premieretv.com

5. ==> Fun Show for 50th Anniversary of Earth Day: The
Singing Tree Lady

Laurie Marshall is a two-for-one guest who can help you
celebrate Earth Day (April 22) and Arbor Day (April 24)
in a year in which environmental holidays are more
important than ever. Laurie is capable of discussing
everything from fascinating facts about trees (did you
know that tree-like structures show up in lungs,
brains, arteries, and rivers or that trees communicate
with each other?) to how to talk to kids about the
overwhelming issues of the pandemic and climate change
by involving them in finding solutions. Laurie is a
cutting-edge educator whose many books include “Beating
the Odds Now” and “Singing Trees: A Growing Forest.”
Known as The Tree Lady, Laurie is a project-based
learning and arts integration specialist who has worked
with underserved youth for over 30 years. Her partners
include FEMA and Project Drawdown, the World’s Leading
Resource for Climate Solutions. She has trained over
6,000 teachers in project-based learning and
facilitated 125 nature-based murals with over 25,000
people in schools, nonprofits, and government agencies.
Contact Laurie Marshall at (415) 360-3304;
lmarshall@rtirguests.com

6. ==> When You’re Quarantined with Your Abuser

According to the National Coalition Against Domestic
Violence, abuse has increased 30% since social
distancing began in the U.S. Dr. Dellia Evans says
survivors are reporting increased distress and anxiety.
“They feel even more isolated from support and social
connections, and that they have no escape. With
finances becoming limited, their partners are taking it
out on them with control and manipulation. Some abusers
are threatening victims if they try to leave. Others
are threatening victims that they will throw them out
to get exposed to COVID-19.” Dr. Evans knows the issues
associated with abusive relationships only too well
having been married to a man who abused her for nearly
20 years. The author of “Heart Vision: How to See Your
Path Forward When You’re in a Dark Place” and the
companion “Heart Vision Journal” will discuss the
dynamics of abusive relationships, how to get to the
other side of the fears and anxieties of a destructive
marriage and share a quiz to see if you are in a toxic
relationship. Dr. Dellia Evans is a certified laser
vision correction surgeon and optometrist. Contact her
at (844) 798-9898; visible@drdellia.com

7. ==> Life After COVID-19: What You’ll Need to Do

Yes, the day is coming when the pandemic will be behind
us. But, according to Dr. Annalee Kitay, before we even
have the chance to let out that big sigh of relief we
should be aware of this truth: “A great number of
people’s immune systems will be in a compromised
state,” she says. And, she adds, even people who look
healthy will still need to boost their immune systems.
Invite Dr. Kitay to explain why this is so and offer
some tips on what to eat and what supplements to take
to get back to where you were before you knew what
COVID-19 was. Dr. Kitay can also talk about the brain’s
role in immune function as well as share information
about the Neural Organization Technique that she
practices and trains physicians in. Neural Organization
Technique is one of health care’s best-kept secrets.
She is one of fewer than 50 practitioners in the U.S.,
who are using the revolutionary proven natural
technique to help people with everything from
concussions to learning disabilities and low-back pain.
Dr. Kitay did several guest spots with the late Dr.
(Robert) Atkins. Contact Dr. Kitay at (561) 462-4733;
akitay@rtirguests.com

8. ==> Your Child is Better Off Now That You’re His
Teacher

Many parents are facing the scary reality that they
will be in charge of their kid’s education for the rest
of the school year. Is it possible to enjoy this time
and feel confident that your children won’t fall
behind? “Absolutely!” says educator and school
administrator Lee Jenkins. According to Lee, it’s
easier than you think to create a fun, creative
learning environment at home … using many of the same
principles he teaches to teachers and administrators in
schools. Lee will share simple strategies like why your
child should draw a picture before they write a story,
why you should just spell a word for a child when they
ask, how your smartphone, your bathroom scale and a
measuring cup are all it takes to teach some math, and
why you should never use a red pen when editing your
child’s work (and what to use instead). Lee Jenkins is
the author of How to Create a Perfect School, with a
foreword by Jack Canfield. He has been an educator and
administrator in public schools and universities.
Contact Lee Jenkins at (484) 306-8784;
LJenkins@rtirguests.com

9. ==> How to Doodle Your Coronavirus PTSD Away

Most people today are feeling some degree of overwhelm
as daily routines are suspended and social distancing
becomes the norm. But, according to Carol Edmonston,
aka The Doodle Lady, there is a unique, simple and
creative way to deal with this intense stress: take
some paper, a pencil or pen and … doodle! The niece
of the late cartoonist and children’s book author Syd
Hoff, who wrote “Danny and the Dinosaur” and “Sammy the
Seal,” among others, Edmonston says doodling is a fun
form of mindfulness which allows our spirits to rest,
recover and regroup. Edmonston, who attributes
overcoming breast cancer twice to what she calls her
doodling therapy, has just released the pioneering new
book “The Healing Power Of Doodling: Mindfulness
Therapy To Deal With Stress, Fear & Life Challenges.”
Contact her at (714) 609-4654;
carol.edmonston@gmail.com

10. ==> Self-Love for Surviving Isolation

Social distancing may help slow the spread of the
coronavirus, but it’s left many people feeling isolated
and lonely. We crave the comfort of friends and family
during difficult times, yet we can’t embrace them right
now, which can be distressing and disorienting. “It’s
hard to stay grounded when the world seems to be
spinning out of control,” says Joffre McClung. “That’s
why it’s more important than ever to be kind to
yourself and practice habits that support you and
promote a positive outlook.” Whether you’re an
essential worker on the front lines, holed up with kids
and a spouse, or you’re quarantined alone, Joffre can
share tips to practice self-love during this pandemic.
Learn ways to incorporate meditation into your daily
life, how to get to know yourself better, and why
having fun and experiencing joy should be considered
life-sustaining needs right now. Joffre McClung has
appeared on numerous radio and TV programs. She’s a
former media producer, independent filmmaker, and the
author of “The Heart of the Matter.” Contact Joffre
McClung at (917) 994-0225; JMcClung@rtirguests.com

11. ==> How to Have Fun with the Fear of Uncertainty

According to Laura Di Franco, we can either choose to
accept the gifts we’ve been given during this pandemic
or we can choose to suffer. She’ll explain how to have
fun with the fear of uncertainty and why she thinks
that’s the key to our success right now. Invite her on
your show and learn how to cultivate pandemic
positivity and see the possibilities in the future. She
says, “When the whole world is in crisis together, the
people of the world will finally understand what
matters, and everything else will fall away. That’s
what I think has happened, and is still happening, as a
result of putting ‘normal’ on hold to survive. It’s a
grand awakening, re-prioritizing, and fine-tuning of
our life’s purpose.” Laura Di Franco, MPT, is a
holistic physical therapist, owner of Brave Healer
Productions, and the author of many books including the
upcoming “The Ultimate Guide to Self-Healing
Techniques: 25 Home Practices & Tools for Peak Holistic
Health and Wellness.” Contact her at (703) 915-3653;
bewarriorlove@gmail.com

12. ==> Hypnotist Uses Zoom to Send Healing During
Coronavirus

Life as we used to know it bears little resemblance to
what we are experiencing today as the coronavirus
pandemic upends everything from work to childcare to
celebrations, death and human contact. To counteract
the negativity coming at us at warp speed — whether we
listen to the news or not — the world needs more
positive thoughts and healing vibrations and that is
exactly what Mary Beth Battaglia is sending out with
her twice-daily Zoom sessions. “I’m using Zoom to
conquer feelings of doom, you might say,” Battaglia
observes. She’ll explain how the sessions connect
people throughout the world and reinforce that we are
all in this together. “People share what their
quarantine is like, where to get groceries and what
helps them stay calm,” she says. Invite this New
Jersey-based hypnosis and sound practitioner on your
show and learn ways to distance yourself from
negativity and fear, clear your mind of unwanted
thoughts and use affirmations to stay positive.
Battaglia has appeared on Fox News and offers hypnosis
tips on the program Conversations with Joan.
“Transformation Through Hypnosis: Relax, Clear Your
Mind & Step Into Your Power,” is her new book. Contact
Mary Beth Battaglia at (833) 732-2333;
marybethpeace@gmail.com

13. ==> The Most Important Trait You Have for Surviving
the Pandemic

As the world is rocked by the COVID-19 pandemic, most
people are experiencing one overriding, debilitating
emotion. Fear is the biggest enemy in times of
uncertainty, says Kim Chestney. “Now, more than ever,
the most important thing we can do is to reconnect with
our inner power.” Let Kim tell you how as she explores
the role intuition can play in navigating stressful
times. She’ll teach you how to cut through the stress,
the BS and fake news, to get back to your center by
tuning in to your inner truth. Kim is an international
best-selling author and the founder of IntuitionLab.
Her new book, “Radical Intuition: A Revolutionary Guide
to Your Inner Power,” will be released this fall.
Contact Kim at (412) 214-9502; KChestney@rtirguests.com

14. ==> 5 Easy Ways to Combat Eco-Anxiety and Disease
Dread

It’s impossible to ignore the climate crisis with
headlines focusing on the increase in carbon dioxide
emissions, warming of the oceans and climate disasters.
While we want to be aware of environmental issues, it
is not uncommon for these events — and contagious
disease outbreaks — to trigger anxiety, helplessness,
sadness, and fear for future generations. Registered
psychotherapist Elke Scholz can explore on-air such
topical questions as what is the cost of eco-anxieties
and health worries on our well-being? How is all this
affecting today’s youth? Why should listeners pay
attention to such topics? Elke will recommend five tips
to alleviate stress while acknowledging your
discomfort; including, how to recognize where the
anxiety is coming from and how to make safer, greener
choices. Elke has two books on anxiety, “Anxiety
Warrior Vol. One and Vol. Two.” She also offers anti-
anxiety and pro-wellness kits for employees, at-risk
youth and seniors. For over 35 years, Elke has run a
private therapy practice. Contact Elke Scholz at (705)
710-4315; escholz@rtirguests.com

15. ==> Don’t Worry, Be Healthy: Balancing Fears with
Facts

Erasing stress is not only critical to success but also
critical to our survival, says Janet McKee, a former
Fortune 500 executive who nearly died from massive
stress and burnout. But how can we erase stress in the
midst of a pandemic? McKee knows. Allow her to explain
how to balance fear with facts to reach a place of calm
acceptance, how to maintain positive energy to get your
power back amid the chaos and to self-regulate the news
you take in. She’ll also share four ways to build a
strong immune system and even discuss the good that is
coming out of the epidemic. Janet McKee, MBA, CHPC,
CHHC, is a High-Performance™ success coach, wellness
expert, and CEO of SanaView. She is the author of the
No. 1 bestseller “Stressless Success: The Surprising
Secrets to a Life of Passion, Purpose, and Prosperity.”
Contact her at (724) 417-6695; janet@janetmckee

16. ==> Stuck at Home? Time to Write a Book

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

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

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

18. ==> ‘What I Learned about Fear after Facing Cancer
Three Times’

Kipp Harris knows what he’s talking about when he
explores myths and truths about living with fear —
especially when it involves health hurdles. He has
faced cancer three times. Your audience will want to
hear Kipp’s inspiring story of what he learned from
facing cancer multiple times including the importance
of living fully, recognizing the many lives we touch
every day and even finding joy during chemotherapy. His
upcoming book is “Improbable Joy: A 3-Time Cancer
Survivor’s Journey to Finding Joy in Unexpected
Places.” Ask him: What epiphany did he have in Spain?
What was the first thing he did after he learned that
his cancer returned? What lessons did he learn that
could apply to coronavirus fears? Contact Kipp Harris
at (701) 638-4051; Kharris@rtirguests.com

19. ==> How to Raise Boys to Respect Women in the ‘Me
Too’ Age

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

20. ==> ‘Benji’ Creator: The Real Story 50 Years Later

Joe Camp created “Benji,” one of the most famous dog
movies of all time, but Camp was rejected by every
major studio in 1974 so he produced the film himself.
When it came time for distribution, he was rejected
again so he distributed it himself. Against all odds,
“Benji” became a summer blockbuster and Camp went on to
become a successful independent filmmaker. Now a
Tennessee farmer and author, Camp tells the story of
not only how “Benji” was brought to life, but how he
was brought to life. He says he didn’t realize until
decades later that every rejection had to happen just
as it did for people to see “Benji” — and for him to
see God and the purpose in it all. With millions of
events, ceremonies, opportunities, and dreams now on
hold indefinitely or possibly lost, Camp encourages
people to trust that a bigger story is being written.
Joe Camp’s new book is “God Only Knows.” Contact Jason
Jones at jason@jonesliterary.com

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ideas and possible guests at www.rtironline.com

March 17, 2020

01. Why Isn’t World Working Together on Coronavirus?
02. Why Aren’t People Listening to the Experts?
03. How Smart Businesses are Adapting to Coronavirus
04. How to Be Anxiety-Free During a Pandemic
05. Feeling Out of Balance? Equinox Egg Ritual Could Help
06. TV Anchor Courtney Friel: Kicking Booze and Breaking News
07. Interview Actor Edwina Findley Dickerson
08. This Guest Travels, Lives and Works in a 39-Foot RV
09. Is Honesty Disappearing?
10. Psychedelics: What’s Behind Their Rise in Popularity?
11. Lady Rancher Helps Women Over 40 Wrangle Their Best Lives
12. Listen Up! That Little Voice Inside Your Head Can Radically Change Your Life
13. How to Have Unstoppable Confidence … Even on Monday Mornings
14. He’s Proof: You Don’t Have to Be Guilty of a Crime to Be Convicted!
15. What Your Insurance Company Doesn’t Want You to Know
16. Why It’s So Hard to Relate to Your Relatives During an Election Year!
17. This Doc Reveals How Carbs Can Make You Drunk!
18. He Saved His Wife from Stage 4 Cancer
19. How to Raise Boys to Respect Women in the ‘Me Too’ Age
20. ‘Death Speaks to Me!’ Says the Undertaker’s Daughter

1.==> Why Isn’t World Working Together on Coronavirus?

Dean Baker, senior economist at the Center for Economic
and Policy Research, says it’s absurd that the world is
not working collectively towards a vaccine and
effective treatments for the current coronavirus
crisis. “In the 21st century, we are relying on patent
monopolies, a relic of the medieval guild system, to
finance the research leading to a vaccine and effective
treatment. While we do have teams all over the world
racing to develop vaccines and treatments, the problem
is that the quest for patent monopolies means that they
are working in competition rather than cooperation.” He
wants researchers to share results as soon as possible
so that all could benefit from their findings, like the
cooperation of the Human Genome Project, where results
were posted nightly on the web. He adds, “We also want
whatever vaccines or drugs are developed to be
available as cheap generics. Governments may have to
beg the drug companies to sell these items at
affordable prices. If they didn’t give them patent
monopolies in the first place, affordability would not
be an issue.” Baker, who is also visiting professor at
the University of Utah, recently wrote the piece “Can
Coronavirus Force Policy Types to Think Clearly About
Intellectual Property?” Contact him at
dean.baker1@verizon.net, @DeanBaker13

2. ==> Why Aren’t People Listening to the Experts?

There’s a lot of information coming at Americans and a
lot of questions remain about the coronavirus and
what’s going to happen in the coming days and weeks.
Experts say we may be in for an extended period of
hardship, but are Americans listening to health
officials’ warnings and advice? Sandra Crouse Quinn
says the bottom line is trust. “We’ve learned from the
2001 anthrax attack, H1N1 and the 2014 Ebola outbreak
that the public is inclined to believe that uncertainty
and a lack of satisfactory answers are a sign that
officials are ‘hiding something’ or incompetent. When
we distrust our public officials, we may not be ready
and willing to take the actions they ask of us, and the
result is dangerous.” Quinn says the public should get
ready for change and uncertainty. “We know that as
science progresses, information will change, often
multiple times a day, and consequently, recommendations
and policies will change. For some time, we will
experience increasing numbers of coronavirus cases and
deaths. It will get worse before it gets better.”
Sandra Crouse Quinn is a professor and chair of the
Department of Family Science and senior associate
director of the Maryland Center for Health Equity at
the School of Public Health at the University of
Maryland. Contact her at (301) 405-8825;
scquinn@umd.edu

3. ==> How Smart Businesses are Adapting to Coronavirus

How are smart businesses responding to the coronavirus?
Invite branding expert Deb Gabor on your show and learn
how businesses like U-Haul are responding the right way
and why LUSH Cosmetics is getting it all wrong. She’ll
discuss what companies like Clorox, Purell and Netflix
need to do while they’re thriving to keep customers
continually engaged, as well as how struggling luxury
and travel brands can engage their distracted
customers. As for advertising, Gabor says it’s all
about being able to pivot when things change, like
companies quickly cutting March Madness ads and pulling
ones that show hugging and handshakes. Deb Gabor is CEO
of Sol Marketing and the author of “Irrational Loyalty:
Building a Brand That Thrives in Turbulent Times.”
Contact Erin MacDonald-Birnbaum at (856) 489-8654, ext.
302; erin@smithpublicity.com

4.==> How to Be Anxiety-Free During a Pandemic

Even the most even-tempered and calm among us are
feeling a bit anxious these days. Is it possible to be
anxiety-free in the middle of a global pandemic?
Spiritual master Sankarshan Das says it is, and that
he’s personally experienced zero anxiety in more than
50 years. On-air he’ll share a powerful, effective,
time-proven system for remaining cool and calm amid the
current global paranoia. He compares anxiety to a
dashboard warning light requiring our immediate
attention and will explain how being anxious can
actually lead to greater happiness. Sankarshan Das is a
singer-songwriter who once appeared onstage between
Jefferson Airplane and the Grateful Dead. His song,
“The Peace Formula,” has been praised by Barack Obama.
Sankarshan Das circles the world twice a year singing
and speaking in promotion of global peace and spiritual
perfection. He’s the author of the upcoming book
“Deliver Your Mind, Deliver the World: Empowering You
to Awaken Your Divine Consciousness and Create Global
Happiness.” Contact him at (512) 643-6740;
sbridge@rtirguests.com

5. ==> Feeling Out of Balance? Equinox Egg Ritual Could
Help

Feeling a little out of balance? It’s the perfect time
to experience an annual rite of spring that can help
restore your equilibrium! Urban Shaman Mama Donna Henes
holds the annual Spring Equinox Egg Balancing
Celebration in New York. This Thursday night, March 19,
the sun will cross the equator into the Northern
Hemisphere at exactly 11:50 p.m. Eastern, and it will
be possible to stand an egg up on its end. This year’s
celebration is going to be a virtual event because of
the coronavirus so everyone can attend no matter where
they are! Invite Mama Donna to explain the Chinese
custom of standing an egg on its end on the first day
of spring and why it’s thought to bring
“eggsceptionally” good luck for the entire year. Learn
how the egg represents the life force in many cultures
and how it is particularly used to symbolize the
rebirth of nature in the spring season. Contact Mama
Donna Henes at (718) 857-1343; cityshaman@aol.com

6. ==> Anchor Courtney Friel: Kicking Booze and
Breaking News

Courtney Friel fell in love with the big city and the
fast life of broadcast television and moved to New York
City, married a handsome fellow newscaster and had two
beautiful children. Her career and status were
skyrocketing, and from the outside, her life seemed
perfect. In reality, Friel was living a double life as
a professional newscaster by day and a debauched party
girl by night. Invite her on your show and hear how her
life took a turn she never expected, from paying off
cops in Mexico after a cocaine bust to sober sexcapades
to, ultimately, adventures in holistic healing to
achieve deep inner peace. Courtney Friel is best known
for her work as a news anchor at KTLA in Los Angeles,
where she also hosts the video podcast Keepin It Friel:
Conversations on Recovery. She previously worked as a
national correspondent for Fox News and hosted the
World Poker Tour. She’s the author of “Tonight at 10:
Kicking Booze and Breaking News.” Contact Ryan
McCormick at (516) 901-1103; (919) 377-1200 or
ryan@goldmanmccormick.com

7. ==> Interview Actor Edwina Findley Dickerson

Your audience may recognize Edwina Findley Dickerson as
Omar’s sidekick Tosha Mitchell in HBO’s acclaimed
series “The Wire” or her star turn in Ava Duvernay’s
award-winning feature “Middle of Nowhere.” She was also
on the big screen with Will Ferrell and Kevin Hart in
“Get Hard.” Currently, Edwina can be seen Tuesday
nights on OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network in Tyler Perry’s
hit drama “If Loving You is Wrong,” now in its fifth
and final season. Invite her on your program to discuss
the show, her career, or her off-screen work as a
motivational speaker and founder of AbundantLifeU. For
the past 15 years, AbundantLifeU has empowered and
helped thousands of people, including disadvantaged
youth, to achieve their dreams through programs in job
readiness, financial literacy, entrepreneurship and
personal development. Contact John Angelo at
john@premieretv.com

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

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

9. ==> Is Honesty Disappearing?

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

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

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

11. ==> Lady Rancher Helps Women Over 40 Wrangle Their
Best Lives

Like many women over 40, Sandra Matheson found herself
at a daunting crossroads. She was divorced, unable to
continue her career as a veterinarian due to work-
related chemical sensitivities, and stuck with a money-
losing farm. But she managed to turn lemons into
lemonade by rebuilding her farm, which became a
metaphor for her life. “Just as a farmer grows crops,
you can make the choice to grow your dreams after 40,”
she says. “The main focus has to be on silencing your
‘inner critic.’” Sandra is a co-host of New Cowgirl
Camps, which teach women about farming and ranching,
each June and August in Cheney, Wash. She is also the
author of the upcoming book “Thrive After 40 ? How to
Seize the Life of Your Dreams!” Contact Sandra at (360)
325-4221; smatheson@rtirguests.com

12. ==> Listen Up! That Little Voice Inside Your Head
Can Radically Change Your Life

We’ve all experienced what psychologists call “inner
speech,” that small internal voice that advises us.
While many people shrug this off, author Kim Chestney
claims that tapping into that inner voice can assure
maximum success in all aspects of our lives. “Aligned
with this inner compass, people are empowered to not
only create their own best lives, but to live in ways
that facilitate optimal outcomes for the people,
communities, and businesses around them,” she says. Kim
is an international best-selling author of numerous
books – her latest is “Radical Intuition: A
Revolutionary Guide to Your Inner Power” – and the
founder of IntuitionLab, a global education center.
Contact Kim Chesney at (412) 214-9502;
KChestney@rtirguests.com

13. ==> How to Have Unstoppable Confidence … Even on
Monday Mornings

What is it about Monday mornings that makes going back
to work so hard? So anxiety-producing? Is it you? Or is
it the job? Interview Jean-Paul Gravel, founder of
ThroughConversation Personal Development, Inc., and
Mondays will never feel the same! He will share three
simple steps to raise your confidence, conviction, and
persuasiveness – important tools both at work and at
home. Let Jean-Paul show your listeners how to
instantly raise their inner “value,” that intangible
something that makes them stand out and others take
notice. With a success rate of over 98%, Gravel has
spent 15 years showing people from all walks of life –
including high achievers, entrepreneurs and pro
athletes — how to unlock their deep-seated power and
potential to experience extraordinary results in
business and life. Contact Olga Kniazeva at (604)
265-7469; JGravel@rtirguests.com

14. ==> He’s Proof: You Don’t Have to Be Guilty of a
Crime to Be Convicted!

The old adage “you’re innocent until proven guilty” is
not necessarily true — especially in today’s crazy
cancel culture – where people, usually celebrities, are
called out and boycotted for actions they might have
done. In the eyes of society, they are guilty. Period.
Interview John Smith – an ordinary CPA who
inadvertently got caught up in the 1980s S&L crisis and
found out the hard way that you don’t have to commit a
crime to be convicted of one. John says if it can
happen to him, it can happen to you!  Remember,
everyone has a blind side. He’ll share why most people
are unaware of what fraud actually is so it’s often
overlooked, and people remain unaware of illegal
activity around them until it’s too late. He’ll show
your audience why we all need to know exactly what
fraud can be: how it evolves, why it happens and how to
avoid it! John Smith is an author and professional
speaker who shares his gripping story and the
consequences of ethical and unethical behavior. His
book “Embracing the Abyss” chronicles his amazing true
story of unknowingly becoming a part of a fraud scandal
and finally receiving a presidential pardon. Contact
John Smith at (214) 216-2199; JSmith@rtirguests.com

15. ==> What Your Insurance Company Doesn’t Want You to
Know

Most people buy insurance from a friendly agent for a
specific purpose and time frame. But did you know that
90% of all policies end up lapsing before maturity? Or
that when you don’t need your policy any longer you
could sell it for cash? Chances are you have no idea
about the hidden cash value of your policy or that you
are paying more than you should be for the policy you
have. Interview David Kottler, the Insurance Doctor™,
about these and other secrets insurance companies don’t
want you to know! He can explain what you need to ask
to figure out exactly what your policy is worth. David
is the author of “The Best Kept Secret in Your
Insurance Policy,” which details everything people need
to know to get the most value out of their insurance
policies. Contact David Kottler at (216) 532-1221;
DKottler@rtirguests.com

16. ==> Conversation Crisis: Why it’s So Hard to Relate
to Your Relatives During an Election Year!

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

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

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

18. ==> He Saved His Wife from Stage 4 Cancer

When Anthony Randle’s wife, Jessica, was diagnosed with
stage 4 breast cancer, the prognosis was grim. But
Anthony and Jessica refused to give up hope. After
conducting exhaustive research and devising simple yet
powerful treatment plans, Jessica sailed through chemo
and is now cancer-free. “After every treatment, I
wanted her to relax,” Anthony says. “But she would have
so much energy that we would go play tennis. The ball
would rush past me!” Anthony shares his poignant
experiences in his acclaimed book “The True Story of a
Husband, A Best Friend and Care Giver: The Struggle
Within.” Contact Anthony at (702) 745-8349;
ARandle@rtirguests.com

19. ==> How to Raise Boys to Respect Women in the ‘Me
Too’ Age

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

20. ==> ‘Death Speaks to Me!’ Says the Undertaker’s
Daughter

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

February 20, 2020

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

1.==> Is President Trump Lawless?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

January 7, 2020

01. The Mideast Has Just Become More Dangerous
02. Trump is Committing Impeachable War Crimes
03. Ten Things Americans Need to Know for 2020
04. And You Thought the White House Couldn’t Get Any Weirder
05. What Being a Man Means in 2020
06. Time for 2020 Retirement Talk
07. Reading Glasses Are Actually Harming Your Vision
08. How Patients Can Stop Medical Mistakes
09. Are You Violating the Ten Commandments of Pain?
10. Is the Free and Fair Press Dying?
11. Why We Love Tom Hanks
12. Stick to Your Resolution – Lose Weight and Keep It Off
13. Put the Clothes Back on Your Audience
14. Business Insanity: Dismal Success of Corporate Change
15. Understand Your Spouse, Kids or Coworkers Better
16. 5 Reasons You Should Write a Book this Year
17. Make 2020 the Year You Fall in Love with Yourself
18. School’s Toughest Bullies: Teachers
19. We Should All Learn to Laugh at the IRS — Year-round!
20. Keep Beds Dry Every Night

1.==> The Mideast Has Just Become More Dangerous

Many foreign policy experts and observers including
Steven Cook, say the killing of Iranian Quds Force
commander Qasem Soleimani in Baghdad has created a
dangerous situation in the Mideast. Cook believes the
assassination will escalate an already tense contest in
Iraq between U.S. and Iran-backed forces, make the
battle against the Islamic State more difficult, and
will likely feed further regional upheaval. He says it
also reinforces a narrative in the Middle East that the
United States is hardly the force for regional
stability that it claims to be. He adds, “It is easy to
understand why Americans should brace for an Iranian
response: this was comparable to Iran killing a senior
U.S. military commander or intelligence official. In
that scenario, any U.S. president would be impervious
to diplomatic entreaties and would respond violently.”
Steven Cook is an expert on Arab and Turkish politics
as well as U.S.-Middle East policy. He is a senior
fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations. Contact him
at (202) 509-8620; scook@cfr.org

2. ==> Trump is Committing Impeachable War Crimes

The House is expected to vote soon on a war powers
resolution to limit President Trump’s military actions
after he ordered the killing of a top Iranian general
last week. International law professor Francis Boyle
says, “Hypocrisies and hypocrites abound. Trump should
be impeached for his attacks and threats against Iran.
These are far more brazen violations of the War Powers
Clause of the U.S. Constitution than anything regarding
Ukraine.” He adds, “Trump should have been impeached
for his illegal bombings in Syria. He wasn’t, so
predictably, he has gone on to target Iran and is
making further threats against it and Iraq.” Boyle is
professor of international law at the University of
Illinois College of Law. Contact him at
fboyle@illinois.edu

3. ==> Ten Things Americans Need to Know for 2020

Your politically and culturally-active audience will
enjoy hearing Rick Elkin, a controversial columnist and
cultural analyst whose latest book is “Trump’s
Reckoning: Bulldozing Progressivism, Rebuilding
Americanism.” Rick will explore on-air what everyone is
talking about at the water cooler. Hear his engaging
and different spin on the issues we face every day. Ask
him: What are Trump’s chances to stay in office in
2020? Why are so many young people embracing socialism?
Is the Deep State a threat to our freedom? What is the
overwhelming cultural influence of what he calls “The
FrankenMedia Monster?” Learn why Elkin warns “For
everything you know, there is an equal and opposite
thing you don’t know.” Contact Rick Elkin at (760)
825-4884; RElkin@rtirguests.com

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

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

5. ==> What Being a Man Means in 2020

In the decade that just ended, once-powerful men such
as Roger Ailes and Harvey Weinstein toppled from their
lofty positions after the toxic way they treated women
became public. And while this may be unsettling for
some men, it is a good thing, notes Destin Gerek, an
internationally recognized expert on masculinity, male
sexuality and male empowerment. “We are living in a
time in which notions of masculinity and femininity and
the roles of men and women are being questioned and
have become more fluid than ever before. … Increasingly
powerful women have necessitated men to rethink their
own role: These radical changes have become
increasingly uncomfortable for us as men,” says Gerek.
“They have forced us to look within, reassess our own
outdated programming, and evolve our understanding of
masculinity and what it means to be a man.” Destin
Gerek is founder and CEO of The Evolved Masculine, a
pioneering coaching and training company for men, and
hosts a podcast by the same name. His new book is “The
Evolved Masculine: Be The Man the World Needs & the One
She Craves.” Contact him at (415) 341-2650;
destin@evolvedmasculine.com

6. ==> Time for 2020 Retirement Talk

Almost HALF of all Americans have no retirement savings
whatsoever. On top of that, 76% of baby boomers aren’t
confident that they’ve saved enough for retirement. The
New Year is the perfect way to start your financial and
retirement planning off on the right foot. Invite
financial advisor and radio host Beau Henderson on your
show to share his top 5 tips for a successful
retirement and discuss how retirement and wellness go
hand-in-hand, the scary side of retirement no one wants
to talk about, how to maximize your social security
benefits and much more. Beau Henderson has been
featured on Fox, CBS, CW, CNBC, Yahoo, and other
national media outlets. He’s the author of numerous
books including “The RichLife: Ten Investments for True
Wealth.” Contact Jaiden Buchan at
jaiden@publicityforgood.com or Beau Henderson at (770)
249-7424.

7. ==> Reading Glasses Are Actually Harming Your Vision

Nathalie Fiset M.D., started using reading glasses at
the age of 41. After a few months, her vision worsened,
even when she was using the reading glasses! Then she
had an epiphany: the glasses weren’t helping her, they
were making her eyesight worse. A retired family
physician Dr. Fiset will explain how your listeners are
harming their eyesight by using contacts, reading
glasses and LASIK and share 4 secrets to normal vision
after 40. Your listeners will learn how they can get
better eyesight in just one month. Dr. Nathalie Fiset
has appeared on radio, TV, podcasts and in newspapers.
Contact her at Nathalie.fiset@gmail.com; (407)
970-7373.

8. ==> How Patients Can Stop Medical Mistakes

Imagine if patients, without any medical experience,
could protect themselves and loved ones from medical
errors! Invite RN/APRN (nurse practitioner) Anne
McAwley-LeDuc on your show and learn how to organize
your medical records, communicate effectively, ask the
right questions of health professionals, and become an
advocate for yourself to avoid medical mistakes. Anne
will share advice for keeping/remembering/referring to
your medical history details for a lifetime, and how to
start such a project. She’ll also discuss the
importance of asking life-saving questions at the right
time and readily communicating about previous
procedures, emergencies and medication issues. You’ll
also get tips on what to do when travelling or if
you’re changing docs. Anne is the author of the
workbook “Personal Health Organizer: A Complete Easy-
to-Use System to Quickly Document Your Major Medical
and Dental History.” Contact Anne McAwley-LeDuc at
(860) 300-1603; AMcAwley@rtirguests.com

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

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

10. ==> Is the Free and Fair Press Dying?

Sixty-percent of people who watch American news think
the sources pay the reporters. That’s the trust gap,
according to a joint Columbia Journalism Review and
Reuters study from earlier this year. With so much talk
about fake news and shrinking newsroom staff positions,
it’s a wonder that anyone would want to train to be a
TV or print journalist today. Willing to share her
unique vantage point on this timely topic is Nita
Wiggins, who teaches journalism in Paris, France, and
is the author of “Civil Rights Baby: My Story of Race,
Sports, and Breaking Barriers in American Journalism.”
Ask her: How much of the problem comes from the work of
reporters and how much comes from the criticism from
the president? How well do American news outlets
provide diverse viewpoints? During her 21 years as a TV
reporter and anchor, Nita witnessed bias against black
reporters and female reporters from Augusta to Seattle
to Washington, D.C. Contact Nita Wiggins at
NWiggins@rtirguests.com

11. ==> Why We Love Tom Hanks

Who but Tom Hanks could play beloved children’s TV icon
Fred Rogers on the big screen? He already had us after
Forrest Gump, but then, while accepting his lifetime
achievement awards at Sunday’s Golden Globe ceremony,
he reminded us why we love him as he talked about the
importance of little things like showing up on time,
and openly cried about how much he loves his family.
Barry Shore says a big part of Hanks’ appeal is his
joyfulness and appreciation of the miracles in life
that happen every day. A former quadriplegic, Barry’s
mission is spreading the joy of being alive no matter
what adversities people face. Invite the host of The
Joy of Living radio program and podcast on your show
and listeners will learn how to redevelop the sense of
wonder of an eight-year-old and take away a sense of
gratitude for what is right with their lives instead of
focusing on what they perceive is missing. Barry Shore
has been featured in or appeared on O Magazine, Fox,
NBC, ABC, and Forbes. Contact him at (310) 770-4685;
barry@barryshore.com

12. ==> Stick to Your Resolution – Lose Weight and Keep
It Off

Successful weight loss isn’t about losing weight. It’s
about changing your relationship with food. It has
nothing to do with calculating calories or counting
points. Obesity isn’t even a medical problem – it’s a
behavioral problem with a medical consequence. These
are some of the fundamental ideas weight-loss expert
Eli Glaser will share with listeners looking to keep
their New Year’s resolutions and finally find a long-
term answer for their life-long struggle. Hear Eli’s
incredible personal story of losing 130 pounds, keeping
it off for 17 years, and how he became an
internationally-known weight-loss coach. His message
and methodology is engaging and compelling and your
audience will eat up every word of his pioneering yet
very practical advice. Eli founded the Soveya Weight-
Loss Solution and is the author of “Enough Is Enough.”
Contact him at (732) 578-8800; eliglaser@rtirguests.com

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

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

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

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

15. ==> Understand Your Spouse, Kids or Coworkers
Better

Everyone has at least one person whose behavior vexes
them, leaving them to wonder: Why did they just do
that? What were they thinking? How can they be so
different than me? Get the answers at last from Stacy
Dicker, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist whose unique
approach to understanding human beings includes a
combination of psychology and astrology. Dr. Dicker,
the author of “Psychstrology: Apply the Wisdom of the
Cosmos to Gain Balance and Improve Your Relationships,”
has fresh insights that could help listeners become
closer to their spouse, kids, coworkers, boss—and
themselves. A Capricorn, she’ll present evidence that
astrology is becoming more credible and accessible. A
longtime student of astrology, she has been working
with clients for 20 years and using astrology as her
secret sauce. She has also taught courses on eating
disorders and adult psychotherapy to upper-level
psychology majors at the University of Colorado,
Boulder, for nearly ten years. Contact her at (720)
327-1732; sldicker@yahoo.com

16. ==> 5 Reasons You Should Write a Book this Year

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

17. ==> Make 2020 the Year You Fall in Love with
Yourself

Millions woke up New Year’s day resolving to eat
healthier, lose weight, or make some other life change
in the hopes of becoming a better person and living a
more fulfilling life. But personal growth expert and
author Joffre McClung says there’s a better path to a
happier, more contented life and you don’t have to give
up anything or join a gym! “There really is nothing as
important to your quality of life than your level of
self-love,” says Joffre. Invite her to share three tips
your listeners can do daily to raise their level of
self-love and explain why that’s so important. “Your
level of self-love not only determines how you see
yourself, but governs how you experience the world
around you,” she says. “It’s the prism through which
you see and define all things!” Joffre McClung has
appeared on dozens of radio and TV shows and podcasts.
She’s a former media producer and independent
filmmaker. “The Heart of the Matter” is her latest
book. Contact her at (917) 994-0225 (TX);
JMcClung@rtirguests.com

18. ==> School’s Toughest Bullies: Teachers

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

19. ==> We Should All Learn to Laugh at the IRS —
Year-round!

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

20. ==> Keep Beds Dry Every Night

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

November 19, 2019

01. Trump’s Tantrums Reveal Fragile Ego
02. Are Americans Already Weary of Impeachment Hearings?
03. Jon Dorenbos: Life is Magic
04. Judge Gino Brogdon: Personal Injury Court
05. 35th Anniversary of ‘Do They Know It’s Christmas?’
06. Set an Extra Plate for Thanksgiving
07. Share Food AND Stories this Thanksgiving
08. Enjoy Holiday Food Without Overindulging
09. Thanksgiving Isn’t the Only Time to Be Grateful
10. How Safe Are Self-Driving Cars?
11. The Healthcare Fix Americans Will Love (But Not D.C.)
12. Astrology + Psychology = Psychstrology
13. Do You Have Imposter Syndrome?
14. No Flu or Blues for You: Winter Health Prep
15. How the War on Drugs Created a War on Us
16. Conversation Crisis? How to Communicate and Connect
17. 2020: The Year of World Kindness
18. Do You Have 60 Seconds to Revolutionize Your Life?
19. What Your Pet is Really Thinking
20. Undertakers Daughter: What the Dead Told Her

1.==> Trump’s Tantrums Reveal Fragile Ego

Kurt Bardella says Donald Trump’s bullying tweets and
increasing public meltdowns suggest the fear of
impeachment is getting to him. “Fear is dominating
Trump’s decision-making right now. It’s a sense of
panic, masquerading as strength. This is a man who has
spent the entirety of his adult life plastering his
name on skyscrapers and casinos; this is a man who is
obsessed with his own legacy. And that’s why
impeachment is the permanent stain that Trump deserves
— and one he clearly fears.” He adds, “Trump’s unhinged
tweets and press outbursts are a manifestation of what
feels a lot like desperation. And the more desperate
Trump becomes, the more outrageous his rhetoric will
become and the more his paranoia will grow.” Kurt
Bardella is a media strategist who previously worked
for Breitbart News. He became a Democrat in 2017 and is
now a Huff Post, USA Today and NBC THINK contributor
and the creator and publisher of Morning Hangover, a
country music platform. Contact him at
kb@morninghangover.com or @kurtbardella

2. ==> Are Americans Already Weary of Impeachment
Hearings?

Who’s going to watch week two of the impeachment
hearings on TV? Janna Fite Herbison, a communication
pro from Tennessee, doesn’t believe that many people
care about the spectacle. “Americans outside the
Washington beltway and New York media are thinking
about their families and the state of their own lives
and pocketbooks this holiday season. They aren’t
concerned with a slew of exhaustive finger pointing and
confusing signals about a Presidential phone call that
is saturating the airwaves and threatening to remove
the President.” Janna predicts that as testimony
continues interest will wane and be replaced by
frustration and doubt. Janna Fite Herbison is a former
television news reporter, press secretary, lobbyist,
author and magazine editor. Her book “Southern in The
City” addresses cultural differences and geographical
stereotypes across the country. Contact her at (901)
568-2080; Jfherbison@gmail.com

3. ==> Jon Dorenbos: Life is Magic

You might recognize him as an NFL All-Pro or as an
elite magician who made the finals of America’s Got
Talent and regularly appears on The Ellen DeGeneres
Show. But Jon Dorenbos says that what he does is not
who he is. Who is he? As a 12-year-old boy, he learned
to coach himself on how to turn tragedy to triumph
after his father murdered his mother. Together, magic
and football saved him, leading to fourteen NFL seasons
on the gridiron and raucous sleight-of-hand
performances to packed houses across the globe. Fast
forward to 2017. After being traded to the New Orleans
Saints, Jon’s world was turned upside down again when a
routine physical revealed a life-threatening heart
condition. Have Jon share his poignant and powerful
story and learn how he persevered, why he forgave, and
how anyone can choose happiness over darkness.
Dorenbos’ new book is “Life is Magic.” Contact Doug
Johnson at (310) 550-4079 or Tim Mooney at (609) 412 –
0746.

4.==> Judge Gino Brogdon: Personal Injury Court

Judge Gino Brogdon oversees daytime TV’s newest
syndicated sensation, Personal Injury Court. The show
depicts some of the most outrageous, painful and
costliest personal injury cases ever seen on TV – from
a woman attacked by her neighbor’s colony of bats to a
man who regretfully got a radio station’s call letters
tattooed to his forehead. Known for his big sense of
humor, Judge Gino served more than a decade in
Atlanta’s Fulton County – overseeing cases including
celebrity misconduct, disputes involving professional
athletes, professional malpractice and more. Gino can
discuss some of the most unbelievable cases featured on
Personal Injury Court and some of the wildest things
he’s seen as a judge and mediator. Contact John Angelo
at john@premieretv.com.

5. ==> 35th Anniversary of ‘Do They Know It’s
Christmas?’

On November 25, 1984, some of the biggest British and
Irish artists in music gathered to record the song ‘Do
They Know It’s Christmas?’ to help famine victims in
Ethiopia. The single reached number one in 14 countries
and raised £8 million within a year. This led to other
charitable endeavors such as the LiveAid concert, which
raised a reported £150 million, and USA for Africa’s
single “We Are the World,” which raised $63 million.
Despite these huge global humanitarian efforts, has
life in the affected region improved? Invite author and
speaker Sylvanus Ayeni to discuss the long-term impacts
of charity on Sub-Saharan Africa and whether it has
improved conditions for people there. Ayeni, a retired
neurosurgeon, author, and speaker, was born and raised
in Nigeria. His latest book, “Rescue Thyself: Change in
Sub-Saharan Africa Must Come from Within,” reveals what
many in the West don’t understand about the root causes
of Sub-Saharan Africa’s plight and the necessary steps
to improve the situation. Dr. Ayeni is the president of
Pan Africa Children Advocacy Watch (PACAW) Inc. Contact
him at (301) 910-1020 (MD); stoksayeni777@gmail.com

6. ==> Set an Extra Plate for Thanksgiving

After her husband died, Mary Lee Robinson found herself
quite alone for holiday meals and celebrations. A grief
counselor, Robinson says people tend to forget widows
and widowers at holiday times. They don’t realize how
very alone they may be during the toughest times of the
year for those grieving. As part of her ‘Set an Extra
Plate Initiative’ she’ll encourage listeners to look
around at work, in the neighborhood, at church, clubs
and sports activities. “Notice people who are alone or
families who have had a recent loss, and perform the
simplest community service project one can imagine…
invite them to your holiday table! No extra effort, no
extra money involved!” Mary Lee Robinson is a grief
coach and author of the Grief Series of 5 books. She’s
also the editor of Widowlution Online Magazine, a
lifestyle blog. Contact her at
thewidoworwidowernextdoor@yahoo.com; (843) 421-5338.

7. ==> Share Food AND Stories this Thanksgiving

Families and friends will be getting together next week
to celebrate and give thanks, and Peggy Sideratos says
the holiday is the perfect opportunity for everyone
around the table, especially the kids, to feel a little
closer and more connected by sharing stories.
Sideratos, a former school teacher, says boosting
children’s social educational learning abilities (SEL)
is especially important today. “We live in a world
where kids and teens are dealing with depression,
anxiety, cutting, eating disorders, bullying, school
shootings and suicide rates at an alarming level. The
brokenness is escalating. Our children are hurting and
we have to do something about it,” Sideratos says.
She’ll explain why storytelling is so effective in
communicating with kids, ways Thanksgiving can be a
natural opportunity to share stories and even provide
tips on getting the conversation started! Peggy
Sideratos is the author of “The Light Giver: and Other
Stories to Raise Emotionally Healthy Children” and “The
Light Giver Stories Workbook.” Contact her at (917)
715-8788; perdika1@yahoo.com

8. ==> Easy Ways to Enjoy Holiday Food Without
Overindulging

The endless temptation of delicious holiday food can
break the diet of even the most committed healthy
eater. Is there any way to enjoy holiday meals without
overindulging? Invite physician Dr. Ed Dodge to reveal
easy ways to join in the festivities without eating too
much and falling off the wagon. He can share which
foods can help you feel full without loading you up
with fat and sodium. His latest book “Family: A Family
Doc’s Memoir of Life in Africa and the US” shares his
journey from his childhood in the wilds of Africa,
where he enjoyed exotic fruits and ate antelope and
buffalo, to experiencing culture shock as a teen
returning to the US. After becoming a physician, he
returned to Africa to work, and later to volunteer. Dr.
Dodge hosted Healthy Living Radio where he interviewed
groundbreaking leaders in medicine. Contact him at
(352) 228-9641 (TX); afritim36@gmail.com

9. ==> Thanksgiving Isn’t the Only Time to Be Grateful

We’re used to thinking of everything we’re grateful for
at Thanksgiving, but what about the rest of the year?
Is it difficult to feel thankful all year long and can
it really improve your outlook? Invite award-winning
screenwriter, author, TV/film producer, journalist, and
TV host Maryann Ridini Spencer to reveal why gratitude
is important for personal health and wellbeing,
improving your relationships, and how it can help
support and heal you going through life’s tough times
and transitions throughout the year. In her novel “Lady
in the Window” and the upcoming “The Paradise Table”
Spencer writes about overcoming loss and how to find
happiness in life through gratitude, family,
friendships, and community. Her work has appeared on
Hallmark Hall of Fame (CBS-TV), the Hallmark Channel,
CNN, USA, SyFy, Showtime, PBS, and many others. Contact
her at (818) 884-0104 (CA); recprinfo@gmail.com

10. ==> How Safe Are Self-Driving Cars?

Self-driving cars are being tested in some cities in
America. While they are years away from being
commonplace, your audience is curious about them. Do
they promise to be safer than those driven by humans?
How are engineers working to make them think like the
human brain does? How are they likely to impact our
leisure and employment situations? For the answers,
interview leading artificial intelligence expert
Junling Hu, Ph.D. Capable of talking about any aspect
of AI, Dr. Hu was the director of AI at Samsung and the
leader of the AI team at PayPal. She received the
National Science Foundation CAREER award for her
pioneering work in AI. She is the author of “The
Evolution of Artificial Intelligence: What You Must
Know About AI.” Contact her at (650) 906-6288;
junlinghu@gmail.com

11. ==> The Healthcare Fix Americans Will Love (But Not
D.C.)

Polls show healthcare is everyone’s top concern, even
above immigration, the environment, or the economy.
Americans simply can’t afford insurance and can’t find
a doctor. But there is hope, says nationally recognized
healthcare authority Deane Waldman, MD, MBA. “It’s a
plan that neither Democrats nor Republicans will like
because it restores control where it belongs – in the
hands of We the Patients,” Dr. Deane says. Invite him
to discuss his proposals for StatesCare and market-
based medicine and why they have the potential to
revolutionize healthcare in the U.S. Dr. Deane was
chief of pediatric cardiology at Children’s Hospital of
San Diego, University of Chicago, and University of New
Mexico. A frequent media guest, he has written five
print books and six e-books and has had articles
published by Fox News, CNS News, Huffington Post, The
Hill, Real Clear Politics, Forbes, Real Clear Health,
Federalist, Investor’s Business Daily, USA Today and
more. His latest book is “Curing the Cancer in U.S.
Healthcare: StatesCare & Market-Based Medicine.”
Contact Deane Waldman, MD, MBA at (505) 255-2999;
dw@deanewaldman.com

12. ==> Astrology + Psychology = Psychstrology

For a fascinating show invite psychotherapist Stacy
Dicker, Ph.D., to discuss something she calls
“psychstrology,” and why she believes it can lead to a
greater understanding of humanity. On your show Dicker
will make a convincing case that astrology is more than
the fortune-telling pseudoscience people often believe
it to be. She’ll explain what astrology and psychology
have in common, how astrology can help people find more
balance, clarity, and ease, and evidence that astrology
is becoming more credible and accessible. Stacy Dicker,
Ph.D., is an author and clinical psychologist in
private practice who has been seeing psychotherapy
clients in the Denver area for the last 20 years. Her
latest book is “Psychstrology: Apply the Wisdom of the
Cosmos to Gain Balance and Improve Your Relationships.”
Contact her at (720) 327-1732; sldicker@yahoo.com

13. ==> Imposter Syndrome: How to Stop Feeling Like a
Fraud

Although outwardly successful as a pastor and adjunct
professor, Bary Fleet used to feel as though he was a
fraud inside—someone who was faking his way through
life, certain one day he would be exposed as a phony.
Sound familiar? Invite Fleet on your show and hear how
he overcame that thinking to rediscover the light,
love, joy, peace, beauty and goodness with which he
says all human beings are born. He says, “What I’ve
discovered is that you don’t have to accomplish
monumental goals, like completing a triathlon or a
Spartan event. You can connect with your Inner
Magnificence every day by doing little things.” In
addition to being a pastor, Bary Fleet has spent more
than 30 years teaching leadership and psychology at
Emory University, Bryant University, and Johnson and
Wales University. He’s the author of “Move into Your
Magnificence: 101 Invitations to a Life of Passion and
Joy.” Contact Fleet at (401) 654-4134;
Bary@DrBaryFleet.com

14. ==> No Flu or Blues for You: Winter Health Prep

Being healthy isn’t season dependent, but Tony Selimi
says there are some things you can do right now that
could make the upcoming winter easier on your body.
Selimi, one of the leading specialists in human
behavior and the psychology of wellbeing, will share 7
fall habits that will naturally immunize your body
against disease. “Autumn is a super time to energize
your body to cope better with the winter blues so you
can be more active, productive and seductive.” From
lifestyle tweaks to psychological and physical ways to
boost immunity, Tony’s tips can help your listeners
feel healthier than ever, no matter what the season.
Tony J. Selimi is the author of “A Path to Wisdom” and
“#Loneliness – The Virus of the Modern Age,” and co-
creator of Living My Illusion- The Truth Hurts, an
award-winning documentary. Tony has appeared on over
200 TV and radio stations across the world. Contact him
at tony@tonyselimi.com

15. ==> How the War on Drugs Created a War on Us

While the War on Drugs may have sounded like a good
idea at one time, the consequences have been
catastrophic. One in three adults in the US now have a
criminal record, primarily for drug possession. Parents
grieve the loss of their children from overdose and
mass incarceration. And patients with severe illness or
chronic pain are denied access to proven pain
medications. Lawyer and expert on drug policy and
criminal justice reform Colleen Cowles can discuss the
myths about addiction that have fueled the overdose
epidemic as well as ways to transform the punitive war
on drugs into compassionate and effective policy.
Colleen Cowles, J.D., is the author of “War on Us: How
the War on Drugs and Myths about Addiction Have Created
a War on All of Us.” She is a speaker and frequent
radio and TV guest expert on topics related to criminal
justice reform, drug policy, and substance abuse.
Contact her at (715) 828-0293; Colleen@WarOnUs.com

16. ==> Conversation Crisis? How to Communicate and
Connect

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

17. ==> 2020: The Year of World Kindness

Many people are upset and frustrated about the state
the world is in— the “us vs them” mentality that
dominates discourse, the increasing lack of civility,
the expanding toll climate change and pollution are
having on the environment and people’s quality of life.
Lyle Benjamin, founder of the nonprofit organization
Planned Acts of Kindness, has created a series of
innovative programs under the banner “One Planet – One
People” and declared 2020: The Year of World Kindness
with the goal of people around the world doing 1
Billion Planned Acts of Kindness. He’ll discuss
upcoming events including a series of summits around
the world featuring TEDx speakers, panel discussions
and workshops. “We’re all in this together,” Benjamin
says. “And, if we don’t start acting like we are “One
Planet – One People” 10-15 years from now the world
will be tremendously different for billions of people,
and not in a good way.” Contact Benjamin at (212)
213-0257 (O); (917) 683-2625 (C) or
Help@PlannedActs.Org

18. ==> Do You Have 60 Seconds to Revolutionize Your
Life?

Most of us would like to change some of our behavior
patterns and create better outcomes in our personal and
professional lives. The trouble is that thinking about
making a change often feels overwhelming. It’s hard to
know where to start. Expert problem-solver, executive
and personal development coach Peggy Caruso says the
key is to take small steps when you don’t know where to
begin. Caruso will share strategies that can help you
begin making positive changes in every area of your
life from relationships and parenting to health,
personal development and even dealing with elderly
loved ones. “Take the First Shot: Strategies to Fire
You Up and Change Your Life,” is the fourth book in
Caruso’s Revolutionize series. Contact her at (814)
335-4314; pcaruso@lifecoaching.comcastbiz.net

19. ==> What Your Pet is Really Thinking

Wouldn’t it be nice to know what is going through your
pet’s mind? If you had an animal communicator you could
turn to? Well, now you have one in Dawn Crystal. Dawn
has been healing people and animals over the air using
sound for 25 years and has been interviewed on the
radio more than 40 times; she has also been a guest on
major TV shows. Now it’s your turn to interview her and
maybe get some free advice about your own pet. For
instance, Dawn may be able to tell you why your dog is
feeling anxious, why your pet is sick but the
prescribed drugs aren’t working or why your pet just
destroyed your slippers. Contact her at (807) 907-6294;
DCrystal@rtirguests.com

20. ==> Undertakers Daughter: What the Dead Told Her

While growing up in a Midwestern funeral home where her
dad was an undertaker, Margo Lenmark discovered that we
can speak to the dearly departed. “I can share
fascinating experiences of growing up around death and
dead people, and the messages I received from them,”
she says. “I have a lot to say about death and gifts
people give when they die.” Many people wish they could
communicate with loved ones after they depart this
mortal coil, and she can share with audiences just how
to do that. Margo will reveal her journeys to the other
side, experiences she’s had in dreams and the important
messages she received about life from the deceased. She
is the author of “Light in the Mourning: Memoirs of an
Undertaker’s Daughter,” which has received glowing
reviews from a number of prominent authors and
spiritual leaders including Deepak Chopra. Contact
Margo at MLenmark@rtirguests.com; (484) 928-7824.