Category: Weekly Ezine Archives

01. Why the World Has Failed on the ‘Never Again’ Pledge
02. Pentagon Contractors Cashing in on the Ukraine Crisis
03. Does One-Way Masking Protect You?
04. Summer Teen Employment Outlook
05. Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author on Love, Loss and Writing
06. Country Music Star on Fame, Fortune and Missed Opportunities
07. Hunted By the KGB, He Lived to Tell the Story
08. Witch Doctors, Dictators, Wars: What It Took to Rid the World of Smallpox
09. What Was It Like Growing Up in the Jim Crow South?
10. The Simple, Safe Solution for Asbestos and Lead-Based Paint
11. Spring Clean Your Ideas About Work
12. Starting Over: How to Find Love in Midlife
13. How to Talk to Kids about Illness and Empower Them to Heal
14. Have You Been Brainwashed by Weight-Loss Lies?
15. Titanic Expert Reveals True Cause of Sinking

1.==> Why the World Has Failed on the ‘Never Again’ Pledge

As the war in Ukraine rages on and the world looks on in horror, Aaron David Miller, a former Middle East negotiator and senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, says, “It’s long past time we level with ourselves about how little we have done and are prepared to do. Sadly, ‘Never again’ has become ‘Ever, ever again.’” Miller says the international community has repeatedly failed to intercede to stop mass killings, let alone genocide – from the Turkish genocide against Armenians to the Nazi Holocaust to Cambodia to Rwanda to Darfur and Syria, among others. He adds, “Make no mistake — once atrocities begin, sanctions tough rhetoric or political isolation will not work. If you want to stop mass killings, use of force is the only effective action.” Aaron David Miller is the author of “The End of Greatness: Why America Can’t Have (and Doesn’t Want) Another Great President.” Contact Clarissa Guerrero at (202) 939-2371; pressoffice@ceip.org

2. ==> Pentagon Contractors Cashing in on the Ukraine Crisis

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has brought immense suffering to the people of that land while sparking calls for increased military spending in both the United States and Europe. Though the war may prove to be a tragedy for the world, William Hartung and Julia Gledhill report that one group is already benefiting from it: U.S. arms contractors. In their new piece “The New Gold Rush: How Pentagon Contractors Are Cashing in on the Ukraine Crisis” they write, “For U.S. arms makers the greatest benefits of the war in Ukraine won’t be immediate weapons sales, large as they are, but the changing nature of the ongoing debate over Pentagon spending itself. Even before the war, the Pentagon was slated to receive at least $7.3 trillion over the next decade, more than four times the cost of President Biden’s $1.7 trillion domestic Build Back Better plan, already stymied by members of Congress who labeled it ‘too expensive’ by far.” Julia Gledhill is an analyst at the Center for Defense Information at the Project On Government Oversight. Contact her at julia.gledhill@pogo.org. William Hartung, a TomDispatch regular, is a senior research fellow at the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft, and the author of “Prophets of War: Lockheed Martin and the Making of the Military Industrial Complex.” Contact him at williamhartung55@gmail.com

3. ==> Unmasking America: Does One-Way Masking Protect You?

A federal judge in Florida has struck down the mask mandate on planes and other forms of public transportation and while some passengers are thrilled they no longer need to wear masks, many others are concerned about the safety of using mass transportation among a bunch of maskless strangers. But infectious diseases specialists say one-way masking is still worth it. “We like to think of situations as being safe or unsafe, but the question of masking effectiveness falls onto a gradient,” says Dr. Andrew Handel, a pediatric infectious diseases expert at Stony Brook Children’s Hospital. “One-way masking is less effective than two-way masking but is more effective than not wearing a mask at all.” Experts advise wearing a high-quality mask like an N95, KN95 or KF94, since they can better filter viral particles out of the air you breathe, and stress that a good fit is most important. Andrew Handel, M.D., FAAP is an expert in pediatric infectious diseases. Contact Cassandra Genua at (631) 444-3682; cassandra.genua@stonybrookmedicine.edu or Kali Chan at (631) 638-2233; Kali.Chan@stonybrookmedicine.edu

4.==> Summer Teen Employment Outlook

A perfect storm of current events affecting American teens might keep them from taking jobs this summer, according to a new outlook from global outplacement and business and executive coaching firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Inc. Last summer, despite the availability of jobs teens typically fill, low COVID cases, and lifted restrictions, 41% fewer teens found jobs than in 2020 and Andrew Challenger predicts the same numbers this summer. “The most immediate concern for teens is their mental health. Teens are savvy. They know what is happening in the world, what’s happening overseas, and how divided many in the country are. They may even see that division firsthand at home.” He adds, “The jobs are available, but it remains to be seen if teens will take them.” For those looking for a summer job, Challenger can share tips including when to start looking, where to find the best summer job, and how to apply. Contact Colleen Madden Blumenfeld at (312) 422-5074 (office); (314) 807-1568 (cell) or colleenmadden@challengergray.com

5. ==> Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author on Love, Loss and Writing

“New Yorker” staff writer Kathryn Schulz is one of the most beloved long-form writers in America. She has written about everything from seismic risk in the Pacific Northwest to the origins of the Muslim community in Wyoming. Her new book “Lost & Found” is an exploration of how our lives are shaped by loss and discovery, and the confounding truth that life is both awful and wonderful, all at once. Schulz can discuss the story of her beloved father, a Jewish refugee who was born in Tel Aviv to Polish parents fleeing the Holocaust along with the families that make us and the families we make. She’ll share the difficulties of looking for love and the mysteries of love at first sight, and her own story of meeting and falling in love with her future wife. “Lost & Found” grew out of “Losing Streak,” a “New Yorker” story that was anthologized in “The Best American Essays.” Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137 (office); (703) 400-1099 (cell) or johanna@jrbcomm.com

6. ==> Country Music Star on Fame, Fortune and Missed Opportunities

Johnny Rodriguez worked and toured with music legends Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash, and Dolly Parton. His Latin-infused hits made him one of the most successful country artists of the ‘70s and ‘80s, with 15 consecutive top ten songs and six number one hits. His new memoir “Desperado: Pieces of My Soul” details his meteoric rise to fame and his plunge into personal despair and getting back in the saddle, again. Ask him: How did you get your life back on track? What was your relationship with Merle Haggard? How did you end up recording the Eagles’ song “Desperado?” Why did you turn down Col. Parker? Johnny continues to write and record new music. His new country/mariachi CD “Building Bridges” includes two songs written by actor and singer/songwriter Dennis Quaid and a duet with two-time Grammy Winner and friend Tanya Tucker; it also features Johnny’s daughter, Aubry Rae Rodriguez. Contact Pauline Vega at (661) 387-3174; pvega@rtirguests.com

7. ==> Hunted By the KGB, He Lived to Tell the Story

Imagine what life would be like if the KGB was after you, threatening your life. And if you had no idea you were even taking them on at first. John Christmas does not have to imagine … he lived it. While heading up an international banking group, Christmas tried to expose fraud he uncovered without realizing that the bank in question was a KGB front. Fired for being a whistleblower, he was threatened and terrorized and finally fled the country. Christmas is co-author of the geopolitical thriller “KGB Banker,” which was inspired by his story and takes place on the Russia/Ukraine border. Ask him: Why is your experience particularly relevant given today’s political environment? What happened to the players you exposed? Are you still in danger? Contact John Christmas at (514) 700-9015; jchristmas@rtirguests.com

8. ==> Witch Doctors, Dictators, Wars: What It Took to Rid the World of Smallpox

Fighting a deadly virus is complicated. It took 10 years and a global campaign for the world to eradicate smallpox. Bee Bloeser and her two young children became involved when the CDC dispatched her husband to Africa in 1969. From being welcomed by cheering Africans to encountering witch doctors, a 10-acre mass grave, and living under a brutal dictator in remote Equatorial Guinea, Bee can discuss the exhilarating moments, unexpected challenges, and why she and her children were eventually evacuated after an incident with a simple child’s toy. Bee Bloeser has been featured on NPR’s “Journeys of Discovery” and NPR KCBX Radio’s show “Issues and Ideas.” Her book is “Vaccines and Bayonets: Fighting Smallpox in Africa amid Tribalism, Terror and the Cold War.” Ask her: What are the similarities and differences between fighting smallpox and COVID? What was it like fighting a pandemic across battle lines of civil wars and the Cold War? Did she face resistance, and by whom? Contact Bee at (520) 214-5971; bbloeser@rtirguests.com

9. ==> What Was It Like Growing Up in the Jim Crow South?

History is much more potent when told through the eyes of people who have lived it. Now that much of the country is too young to recall what it was like to grow up in a deliberately segregated America, stories like that of Judith Mudd-Krijgelmans (pronounced Kray-gull-mans) are golden. A child of educators, she grew up in public housing in the Jim Crow South where Blacks were told they lived in a separate, but equal society. As a third-grader whose family had moved to a new neighborhood, she experienced a cross burning on her front lawn and reeled from the horror of having her dog poisoned. But, as she will tell you, she still describes her childhood as “happy with a loving family who tried to be typical Americans.” Judith Mudd-Krijgelmans, a Fulbright Scholar, was one of the first Black women in the Foreign Service. She is the author of “Flowers for Brother Mudd: One Woman’s Path from Jim Crow to Career Diplomat.” Contact Judith at (571) 568-8667; jmuddkrijgelmans@rtirguests.com

10. ==> The Simple, Safe Solution for Asbestos and Lead-Based Paint

Asbestos and lead-based paint. We’ve all heard about these hazardous materials. They lurk in older buildings silently waiting to inflect disease or death on their occupants. Removal and replacement of these hazards can be expensive and for many not a viable option. Building, solid hazardous material and coating expert George Keefe believes the answer is simpler than most people think. Invite him on your show to explain how to deal with the issue safely with a green protective coating, the same technique used to protect people from electrical hazards. A consultant, contractor and coach, George Keefe has been dealing with these issues on the global stage for four decades. He wrote “Just Encase They Think You’re Stupid” to demystify the complicated issues of solid hazardous materials such as asbestos and lead-based paint in buildings. Contact Lydia Ng’etich at (800) 228-5507; ask@encasementguy.com

11. ==> Spring Clean Your Ideas About Work

Last year’s Great Resignation has evolved into this year’s Great Re-imagination of the workplace. Since the spring of 2021 more than 33 million people in the U.S. have quit jobs that aren’t accommodating their needs, including millions of people looking for careers that better wrap around their families. Sherry Beck Paprocki says this tightening of the workforce provides a unique opportunity to find the perfect job for those who are looking for more flexibility and freedom in their careers. Invite her on your show and learn how to have a lucrative freelance business, tips to create the gig lifestyle you’ve dreamed about, and why some people have satisfying careers while others don’t. Certified work-life balance coach Sherry Beck Paprocki has earned more than six figures a year as a freelance writer, editor and gig specialist. She is the author of “Freelance Fancy: Your Guide to Capturing Spiritual Health, Wealth and Happiness from Gig Work.” Contact her at (614) 537-7159; paprockiltd@cs.com

12. ==> Starting Over: How to Find Love in Midlife

After ending a 27-year marriage due to her spouse’s repeated infidelities, Judy Balloff set about finding love like it was a business, even keeping a “little black book.” “I went through 22 men until I met the love of my life,” she says. “I realized that, when you’re in your 50s, you could live another 30 years. So I went about looking for love very scientifically.” Judy met her husband, David, on Match.com, and they have been happily married since 2008. She can share her scientific formula for finding your dream mate in midlife and reveal the dos and don’ts of dating when you’re older including tips on online dating sites. Judy Balloff is a financial advisor and the author of “365 Days of Abundance.” Contact her at (571) 568-8491; jballoff@rtirguests.com

13. ==> How to Talk to Kids about Illness and Empower Them to Heal

It’s hard to understand what’s going on inside a sick body, especially when you’re a child. But Grandma Ness, a working artist and painter, provides a whimsical, entertaining and imaginative way for parents to broach the topic of illness with their children with her new book, “Bernie and Babs vs. the Virus.” Grandma Ness, a pen name for Annessa Morrison, says that although the book was written for four- to seven-year-olds, it’s for adults too because it gives readers a way to visualize their immune system’s response. She’ll share ways to empower sick children, five hacks that make healing visualization work better, and how she used them to treat her lupus and the pain that impacted her ability to work as an artist. Contact Grandma Ness at (928) 830-3935; GrandmaNess2022@gmail.com

14. ==> Have You Been Brainwashed by Weight-Loss Lies?

As summer approaches, many people will go on diets because they’ve been brainwashed to believe diets and exercise are the only ways to lose weight and look good in their summer clothes. Most people have no idea there are other options for shedding unwanted pounds. Ruth Houston can discuss research-backed, no-cost, easy-to-implement weight-loss tips and tricks — things the diet industry hopes the public will never find out. The author of “Eat Smart and Lose Weight: Scientifically Proven Ways to Lose Weight without Diets or Exercise” will share table tactics, kitchen tricks, binge prevention and more. Ruth has appeared on more than 500 radio and TV news and talk shows. Contact her at (718) 708-9799; EatSmartWeightLossExpert@gmail.com

15. ==> Titanic Expert Reveals True Cause of Sinking

Your listeners have probably heard about the 1912 sinking of the Titanic passenger ship after hitting an iceberg during her maiden voyage. The disaster claimed the lives of some 1,500 people and still fascinates us, as does speculation about the true cause. Loring Stead, M.D., author of the upcoming book “Sink the Unsinkable,” a retired physician and a descendant of first-class passenger W. T. Stead, says the loss of the Titanic was no accident. W.T., an expert on preventing child sex trafficking, was coming to America at the invitation of President Taft to give a talk on peace at Carnegie Hall. But, according to Dr. Stead, he planned to out wealthy, privileged child abusers. Ask Dr. Stead: Why does he believe W.T. and some others aboard the Titanic had to be silenced? How did business elites, the church, and politicians conspire to sink the ship? Loring Stead, M.D., has presented at hundreds of medical conferences and is a Titanic expert with previously unknown family stories to share. Contact him at (507) 358-2961; stead.loring@gmail.com

01. The Cold War Never Ended
02. We Need to Do 3 Things NOW to Save the Earth
03. It’s Earth Week: Is What You Eat Helping or Hurting?
04. Can Elephants Reverse Climate Change?
05. Helping Women Take Hold of Their Finances
06. Road Rage is Rising: How to Tame Your Temper
07. The Problem with ‘Fresh-Smelling’ Laundry
08. Why the Most Qualified Person Doesn’t Always Get the Job
09. This Guest Landed Her Dream Job in Her 60s
10. Do a Show on Women Who Run the Cruise Industry
11. Everyday Tips to Squash Stress
12. What History Can Tell Us about Ending Polarization
13. What Makes for a Happy Life?
14. How the First and Last 15 Minutes of Your Day Can Change Your Life
15. What You Don’t Know about Sunglasses Could Hurt You

1.==> The Cold War Never Ended

Steven Kotkin says the view is now widespread that Vladimir Putin cannot be allowed to triumph in Ukraine not only for the sake of Ukraine and Europe but also for the sake of the Asian strategy that the United States is pursuing with its allies. “Moscow is now a pariah, and business as usual with Beijing is no longer tenable,” he says. “Even the most committed liberal internationalists, including some in the Biden administration, are coming to see that enduring rivalries constitute an ongoing cold war — that the world as it is came into being not in 1989-1991 but in the 1940s, when the greatest sphere of influence in history was deliberately formed to counter the Soviet Union and Stalin. It is fundamentally a voluntary sphere of influence that offers mutual prosperity and peace, in contrast to the closed, coercive sphere pursued by Russia in Ukraine and by China in its region and beyond.” Steven Kotkin teaches undergraduate and graduate courses on modern authoritarian regimes, global history (1850-present), and Soviet-Eurasian history. He is the author of numerous books and writes for various publications including “The New Republic,” “Times Literary Supplement,” “The New Yorker” and “The Washington Post.” Contact him at (609) 258-4699; kotkin@princeton.edu

2. ==> We Need to Do 3 Things NOW to Save the Earth

Earth Day started in 1970. Back then, pesticides were in our food, the air was choked with smog, and our national symbol, the bald eagle, was nearing extinction. Dominick DellaSala says we still have a long way to go to a safe climate and thriving planet. “Climate change has become climate chaos and is now intertwined with the unraveling of the natural world globally and locally.” The longtime conservationist and chief scientist at Wild Heritage can discuss the biggest threats to the environment and the three things we must do now, while there is precious time remaining; end our addiction to fossil fuels and the corporations and unjust governments that profit from them, protect older forests and big trees, and adapt to wildfires. Dr. Dominick A. DellaSala is the former president of the Society for Conservation Biology, North America Section. He is an internationally renowned author of over 200 scientific papers and has appeared on “Jim Lehrer News Hour,” CNN, MSNBC, “Living on Earth (NPR),” several PBS documentaries and Fox News. Contact him at (541) 621-7223 dominick@geosinstitute.org

3. ==> It’s Earth Week: Is What You Eat Helping or Hurting?

This is Earth Week and a great time to think about the impact of all we do on the planet, including what we eat. Interview health coach Ximena Yanez to find out five ways what you are putting in your mouth might be ruining the environment as well as five simple things you could easily do to turn this around. Ask her: Does eating organic produce really matter? What’s so bad about GMO ingredients? What should you include in every meal? Ximena (pronounced He-men-a) is the author of “Healthy Planet, Healthy You: Invest Now in the Transformational Change That Will Ensure Our Future” and the former CFO of an environmental fund. Contact her at (720) 277-8617; xiyaso@gmail.com

4.==> Can Elephants Reverse Climate Change?

People the world over have a deep affection for elephants. But did you know that they could help save the planet? “Not only are elephants adorable, super loving and brilliant, but they are also important ecosystem engineers,” says author and animal/environmental advocate Georja Umano. “They are so large that rain in an elephant’s footprint can create a microsystem that can provide a home for tadpoles and other organisms. The effects of their movements in both savannahs and forests help restore and maintain the balance of nature.” Georja can share why it’s so important to protect this endangered species, and other fascinating pachyderm facts, as well as her experiences living in Kenya. She is the author of “Terrier in the Jungle.” Contact her at (213) 568-1764; gumano@rtirguests.com

5. ==> Helping Women Take Hold of Their Finances

Nearly one billion women have been completely excluded from the formal financial system. Microfinance has been hailed as an economic lifeline for women in developing countries — but, as Mary Ellen Iskenderian explains, it takes more than microloans to empower women and promote sustainable, inclusive economic growth. Invite the president and CEO of Women’s World Banking (WWB) to discuss how financial inclusion can be transformative for the lives of women in developing countries, and why the banking industry should view these one billion “unbanked” women as a business opportunity. WWB is a global nonprofit devoted to giving low-income women in the developing world access to the financial tools and resources they require to achieve financial security. Iskenderian leads the WWB global team, based in New York, and serves as a member of the Investment Committee of its two investment funds. Mary Ellen is also on the Forbes 50 over 50: Investment list. Her new book is “There’s Nothing Micro About a Billion Women: Making Finance Work for Women.” Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137 (office); (703) 400-1099 (cell) or johanna@jrbcomm.com

6. ==> Road Rage is Rising: How to Tame Your Temper

Gas prices aren’t the only thing ticking motorists off these days as more drivers take advantage of nice weather and the opportunity to take long-delayed roads trips. Road rage incidents increased during the pandemic and Houston had three separate road rage shootings last weekend. Author and happiness expert Trish Ahjel Roberts can offer motorists five tips for taming their tempers behind the wheel. She’ll explain how to gear up your imagination to build empathy, recognize your success as a driver, notice your breath, safely acknowledge your anger and entertain yourself while behind the wheel. The author of “12 Steps to Mind-Blowing Happiness” recently appeared on CBS46 in Atlanta to discuss road rage. Contact Trish Ahjel Roberts at (917) 887-3689; hello@trishahjelroberts.com

7. ==> The Problem with ‘Fresh-Smelling’ Laundry

Your laundry may smell like a mountain breeze or fresh meadow after washing. But those seemingly delightful aromas may be as deadly as cigarettes. “Many household products contain fragrance,” says product expert Zorica Denton. “They may contain anywhere from 100 to 1,000 chemicals. But they don’t have to be listed due to trade secret policies.” Zorica developed asthma, a gastric ulcer and other debilitating health problems as a result of working as a perfume model, and almost died. She is the founder of the natural personal care products company Zorica of Malibu, and author of an upcoming book about toxic chemicals in products. Contact her at (213) 616-7904; zdenton@rtirguests.com

8. ==> Why the Most Qualified Person Doesn’t Always Get the Job

The interview went well and your qualifications met the job description to a T. Despite your certainty that you were the most qualified candidate, you didn’t get the job. Why not? Get the surprising answer from Beverly Williams, the author of “Your GPS to Employment Success: How to Find and Succeed in the Right Job,” and an employment professional, arbitrator, and former HR executive in both private and public sectors. She’ll explain why the most qualified person doesn’t always get the job and reveal the bigger picture that most of us miss when we are on the hunt for a new job so next time, you’ll be better prepared. Williams is a partner at Wong Fleming PC in Princeton, N.J., where she specializes in labor and employment law. She also hosts the Your Employment Matters with Beverly Williams podcast. Williams earned an M.P.A. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a J.D. from Rutgers Law School. Contact Beverly Williams at (973) 576-5841; bwilliams@rtirguests.com

9. ==> This Guest Landed Her Dream Job in Her 60s

Most people over 60 who wish to continue working fear age discrimination and a workforce that seems to favor younger employees. But Judy Balloff claims that’s nonsense. “I started a new career at age 64 in a job I had never done before, and I have made over half a million dollars at an age when many take social security,” she says. “Treat looking for a job like a job. Be open-minded about doing something with your skills that never occurred to you before.” Judy can share these and other tips for landing your dream job in your 50s, 60s, and beyond. She is a financial advisor and author of “365 Days of Abundance.” Contact her at (571) 568-8491; jballoff@rtirguests.com

10. ==> Do a Show on Women Who Run the Cruise Industry

Most people think of cruise ship honchos as men. However, more and more women are manning the helm in the industry, and making waves. “Today, there are numerous women cruise line presidents and vice presidents, as well as the first and only American woman captain of a cruise ship for a well-known cruise line, and another woman who is a co-founder and co-owner,” says author and travel industry expert Cindy Bertram. Cindy can talk about the numerous women cruise line big wigs who have sailed on to dazzling careers in an industry long dominated by men. She is a communications, media and branding specialist who has spent many years in the travel and cruise industry and is the author of “How Six Women Executives Steer the Cruise Industry Today” and “Message from the Dog…Learning from Great Humans.” Contact Cindy at (219) 775-6488; cbertram@rtirguests.com

11. ==> Everyday Tips to Squash Stress

Even before the pandemic’s lingering effects, the war in Ukraine, and rising food prices, stress was a constant problem and killer. In time for Stress Awareness Month in April, Dr. D. Terrence Foster says, “We all experience stress. However, the nature of stress is complex.” He’ll explain the impact of stress on the body as well as society as a whole and discuss how to create a stress management and prevention plan. He’ll also offer dozens of ways to ease daily stressors. D. Terrence Foster, M.D., is board-certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation as well as pain medicine. His new best-selling award-winning book is “The Stress Book: 40-Plus Ways to Manage Stress & Enjoy Your Life.” Contact him at (678) 237-1080; INFO@DTERRENCEFOSTER.COM

12. ==> What History Can Tell Us about Ending Polarization

Americans are so deeply divided today that one might wonder if anything could possibly bring us together. But author and theologian Sheryl White, D. Min., says that history can offer us some comfort, particularly Civil War history. Dr. White says we need to stop choosing sides on every issue, bridging issues instead. It’s not an all-or-nothing siding with pro-lifers or pro-abortionists, pro-guns or anti-guns, Democrats or Republicans, conservatives or progressives. Dr. White can offer steps we can take to bridge that divide including ways we can strip away labels and stereotypes and make friends with people who represent different religions, races and positions on issues. Dr. White is a YouTube channel creator and the author of historical fiction based on the life of abolitionist and suffragist Laura Smith Haviland. Contact Dr. White at (620) 672-1596; sdw1001@gmail.com

13. ==> What Makes for a Happy Life?

With all of the increased stress of the modern world, it’s become increasingly difficult for people to find their happy space. Author and realtor Valentina Tjan claims that there are simple, yet powerful ways to reclaim and maintain joy, starting with your home. “Home should be a haven to fall back to,” she says. Valentina can share how to turn your home into a physical, emotional and spiritual safe sanctuary for your spouse, your kids, and yourself. She is the author of “The Best Is Yet to Come: Real Life Journey to Riches to Inspire You to Wisdom and Wealth.” Contact Valentina at (647) 493-1694; vphoey@rtirguests.com

14. ==> How the First and Last 15 Minutes of Your Day Can Change Your Life

Did you know that you can change your life, get rid of stress, and feel more in control of your destiny in only 30 minutes a day? Interview Theo Prodromitis, the author of “The Balance Between the Hustle and the Flow: Knowing When to Make Things Happen and When to Let Them Happen,” to discover why the first and last 15 minutes of your day are the most important and how to maximize them. Theo is an award-winning entrepreneur, marketing strategist, and best-selling author of “The Success Formula” with Jack Canfield. What does neuroscience tell us about our brain activity at the beginning and end of each day? What are the four things we should do every morning? Contact Theo Prodromitis at (813) 701-5414; tprodromitis@rtirguests.com

15. ==> What You Don’t Know about Sunglasses Could Hurt You

What’s your sunglass IQ? Do you know how to pick a pair that will protect your eyes and not just look good? Do you know when to wear them and why? Many people have no clue about just how important protecting their eyes from the sun’s UV rays is, missing out on a simple way to help ensure that they keep their vision for life. But as vision educator Linda Odubayo Thompson will tell you, “the eyes are porous and the optic nerve is a direct extension to the brain. So, it stands to reason that eye protection should be added to the virus protection mix, especially for children,” she says. “Add to that protection against cataracts while looking totally cool, and you have a potent reason not to leave the house without them.” Linda knows not to take her vision for granted; she has suffered from glaucoma for more than 30 years. Ask her why aren’t sunglasses just for summer? Why do you need them on cloudy days? Should you also wear a hat? What does she have in common with Bono? Contact Linda Odubayo Thompson at (914) 944-1474; lthompson@rtirguests.com

01. Holy Days: Celebrate America’s Strength in Its Many Faiths
02. What the Pandemic Taught Us about Air Quality
03. What Workers Want Most (It’s Not Money)
04. Country Music Star on Fame, Fortune and Missed Opportunities
05. Holiday Wine Help: Toast without Breaking the Bank
06. Today’s Changing Workplace: Revolution or Evolution?
07. 5 Tips to Tame Rising Road Rage
08. Dealing with Ukraine News Overload
09. It’s Earth Month: Can Elephants Reverse Climate Change?
10. The Future of Affirmative Action
11. Is It too Late to Fix Our Broken Medical Model?
12. Will Someone You Love Get Early-Onset Alzheimer’s?
13. Stress Relief Tips for Stress Awareness Month
14. The Best 5-Minute Way to Start Your Day
15. Let’s Talk about Women’s Hair Loss

1. ==> Holy Days: Celebrate America’s Strength in Its Many Faiths

It’s a time for prayers and family gatherings for Jews, Christians and Muslims. Victor Begg says, in their own ways, the three Abrahamic faiths seek to remind us of our responsibility for each other and for the world. He says interfaith alliances remove religious barriers and foster cooperation in our current society where many American families have mixed faiths. He can discuss what brings these religious observances together and its significance, along with ways to manifest the spirit of this holy season through fasting, giving and food. “For the millions across America and around the world, starvation and malnutrition are a daily reality. This month presents an opportunity for the faith communities to come together to help and support food banks.” Victor Begg is author of “Our Muslim Neighbors—Achieving the American Dream; An Immigrant’s Memoir.” Contact him at victor@ourmuslimneighbors.com; @ghalibbegg

2. ==> What the Pandemic Taught Us about Air Quality

The White House’s recent emphasis on improving indoor air quality to reduce virus transmission is being praised by public health experts. Linsey Marr and Jose-Luis Jimenez, two scientists who recently co-authored a piece for “Time” magazine on air quality and COVID-19, say that at the beginning of the pandemic, major public health agencies like the CDC and WHO failed to communicate that the spread of the virus is significantly driven by airborne transmission. Marr hopes the administration’s new focus will nudge localities to adopt and enforce industry standards and guidance into building codes, and lead to new policies on indoor air quality. But, she adds, as adjustments are made for the duration of the pandemic and beyond, the public needs to understand how we got to this place. She’ll discuss why using the word “airborne” was avoided and by whom, and how that affected the way we responded to the virus both then and now. Linsey Marr, Ph.D., is a professor of civil and environmental engineering at Virginia Tech and studies viruses in the air. Contact her at mediarelations-g@vt.edu; @linseymarr

3. ==> What Workers Want Most (It’s Not Money)

Today’s workers are depressed and unhappy. Over three-quarters of employers report they’re struggling to engage employees, and 34% are seeing an actual cost to business in the form of low productivity, according to a new survey by HR firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Inc. And that’s not the only issue, respondents overwhelmingly report having trouble hiring, with over 80% of companies saying they were having difficulty filling roles. Invite workplace expert Andrew Challenger to share other results of the survey including what employees want most from a job and how employers are responding. “Over the last two years, we have asked this question four times. Money has fallen out of the top five benefits employers are offering to attract and retain workers for the first time. While pay is absolutely still important, employers seem to be focusing on building culture and solid leadership,” says Challenger. Contact Colleen Madden Blumenfeld at (312) 422-5074; (314) 807-1568 (cell) or colleenmadden@challengergray.com

4.==> Country Music Star on Fame, Fortune and Missed Opportunities

Johnny Rodriguez worked and toured with music legends Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash, and Dolly Parton. His Latin-infused hits made him one of the most successful country artists of the ‘70s and ‘80s, with 15 consecutive top ten songs and six number one hits. His new memoir “Desperado: Pieces of My Soul” details his meteoric rise to fame and his plunge into personal despair and getting back in the saddle, again. Ask him: How did you get your life back on track? What was your relationship with Merle Haggard? How did you end up recording the Eagles’ song “Desperado?” Why did you turn down Col. Parker? Johnny continues to write and record new music. His new country/mariachi CD “Building Bridges” includes two songs written by actor and singer/songwriter Dennis Quaid and a duet with two-time Grammy Winner and friend Tanya Tucker; it also features Johnny’s daughter, Aubry Rae Rodriguez. Contact Pauline Vega at (661) 387-3174; pvega@rtirguests.com

5. ==> Holiday Wine Help: Toast Without Breaking the Bank

Help! You’ve got company coming for a holiday gathering this weekend and have no idea what kind of wine to serve. Before your guests arrive, let Certified Wine Educator Jim Laughren share the latest insider tips and techniques for smart wine buying. Help your audience celebrate the season without breaking the bank by sharing his knowledge, fun facts, and favorite wine bargains. An appearance by Jim is every bit as entertaining as an in-person wine tasting. Jim is the award-winning author of “50 Ways to Love Wine More” and “A Beer Drinker’s Guide to Knowing and Enjoying Fine Wine,” as well as two short eBooks, “The 15-Minute Guide to Red Wine” and “The 15-Minute Guide to White Wine.” Jim has appeared on radio and TV around the country and is always an excellent and entertaining guest. Contact Jim at (954) 317-9623; JLaughren@rtirguests.com

6. ==> Today’s Changing Workplace: Revolution or Evolution?

Businesses and workplaces in virtually every industry have been upended over the past few years. While some companies and jobs disappeared entirely, others adapted to the pandemic and have forever changed. When unhappy workers started quitting their jobs in unprecedented numbers the phenomenon was dubbed “The Great Resignation,” but Oreste D’Aversa says yet another shift is occurring as aging baby boomers leave the workforce. “I view this “perfect storm” as creating not so much a revolution, but more of an evolution of the way business needs to hire, retain, and motivate employees so everyone can be content, productive, and prosperous.” Invite the author of “Life Beyond the Pandemic: A Practical New Journey Handbook” to share his revolutionary step-by-step blueprint to reinvent your life and thrive in the ever-evolving post-pandemic world. He’ll explain what people get wrong about happiness and money and help listeners get unstuck, define their life’s purpose, and be more prosperous in every aspect of life. Oreste D’Aversa is a life and business coach, corporate trainer and all-faith minister. Contact him at (201) 949-3002; odaversa@rtirguests.com

7. ==> 5 Tips to Tame Rising Road Rage

Gas prices aren’t the only thing ticking motorists off these days as more drivers take advantage of nice weather and the opportunity to take long-delayed roads trips. Road rage incidents increased during the pandemic and Houston had three separate road rage shootings last weekend. Author and happiness expert Trish Ahjel Roberts can offer motorists five tips for taming their tempers behind the wheel. She’ll explain how to gear up your imagination to build empathy, recognize your success as a driver, notice your breath, safely acknowledge your anger and entertain yourself while behind the wheel. The author of “12 Steps to Mind-Blowing Happiness” recently appeared on CBS46 in Atlanta to discuss road rage. Contact Trish Ahjel Roberts at (917) 887-3689; hello@trishahjelroberts.com

8. ==> Dealing with Ukraine News Overload

It’s difficult for most people to avoid feeling hopeless and sad about all the news coming out of Ukraine. For some overly sensitive people known as empaths, the war news is having a magnified effect. Alicia McBride, an empath who works with others like herself to learn to protect themselves from overwhelming feelings, can talk about ways we can shield and protect ourselves from awful situations. Invite Alicia to explain what it is like to be an empath and to feel “too much” as well as share the good things she can sense about the situation in Ukraine. She says, “You can see what’s happening without feeding the fear. You can feed the love and tune into it. Feeding the love creates positive actions like raising money, sending supplies, and sending healing thoughts and prayers.” Alicia McBride is the author of “The Empath Effect” and “I Feel Too Much.” Reach her at (484) 369-1464; Healinglightempath@gmail.com

9. ==> It’s Earth Month: Can Elephants Reverse Climate Change?

People the world over have a deep affection for elephants. But did you know that they could help save the planet? “Not only are elephants adorable, super loving and brilliant, but they are also important ecosystem engineers,” says author and animal/environmental advocate Georja Umano. “They are so large that rain in an elephant’s footprint can create a microsystem that can provide a home for tadpoles and other organisms. The effects of their movements in both savannahs and forests help restore and maintain the balance of nature.” Georja can share why it’s so important to protect this endangered species, and other fascinating pachyderm facts, as well as her experiences living in Kenya. She is the author of “Terrier in the Jungle.” Contact her at (213) 568-1764; gumano@rtirguests.com

10. ==> The Future of Affirmative Action

Affirmative action came out of the civil rights movement as a means to address inequalities experienced by minorities. It became law through an executive order made by John F. Kennedy in 1961. With two upcoming cases challenging it before the Supreme Court, now is a good time to discuss affirmative action’s past and future with author Judith Mudd-Krijgelmans (pronounced Kray-gull-mans). Among the topics she can discuss are: Is affirmative action reverse discrimination? How effective has it been? Was it always controversial? Does it benefit everyone or just a few? Judith Mudd-Krijgelmans, a Fulbright Scholar, was one of the first Black women in the Foreign Service. A child of educators, she grew up in public housing in the Jim Crow South where Blacks were told they lived in a separate, but equal society. She is the author of “Flowers for Brother Mudd: One Woman’s Path from Jim Crow to Career Diplomat.” Contact Judith at (571) 568-8667; jmuddkrijgelmans@rtirguests.com

11. ==> Is It too Late to Fix Our Broken Medical Model?

How flawed is the traditional medical model in the U.S.? Can we depend on it to keep us well or is that wishful thinking? Dr. Annalee Kitay minces no words: “If you are smart, you’ll stop relying on a system that is failing everyone. Instead, you’ll learn how to tap into your body’s amazing healing properties through noninvasive modalities.” Dr. Kitay can tell your audience how to do just that. Ask her: Did medicine fail us doing the pandemic? What can people do to protect themselves against communicable and other illnesses? Dr. Kitay has been in private practice for 30 years and trained in alternative protocols that aid the body in its natural recovery. She is one of the top practitioners of Neural Organization Technique and teaches the hands-on protocol to other doctors. She is a frequent guest on talk shows. Contact Annalee Kitay at (561) 462-4733; akitay@rtirguests.com

12. ==> Will Someone You Love Get Early-Onset Alzheimer’s?

The ravages of Alzheimer’s are not limited to the aged. In fact, thousands of relatively young people and their families will be affected by early-onset Alzheimer’s this year alone. Interview Carlen Maddux, author of “A Path Revealed,” about the journey he took with his late wife, Martha, after she was diagnosed at 50. Carlen has many insights to share about the first signs of the disease, and ultimately on caregiving, single parenting, learning about a memory-robbing illness with no cure, and what lifestyle changes and treatments gave his spouse additional quality years. Contact Carlen Maddux at (727) 351-8321; CMaddux@rtirguests.com

13. ==> Stress Relief Tips for Stress Awareness Month

Even before the pandemic’s lingering effects, the war in Ukraine, and rising food prices, stress was a constant problem and killer. In time for Stress Awareness Month in April, Dr. D. Terrence Foster says, “We all experience stress. However, the nature of stress is complex.” He’ll explain the impact of stress on the body as well as society as a whole and discuss how to create a stress management and prevention plan. He’ll also offer dozens of ways to ease daily stressors. D. Terrence Foster, M.D., is board-certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation as well as pain medicine. His new best-selling award-winning book is “The Stress Book: 40-Plus Ways to Manage Stress & Enjoy Your Life.” Contact him at (678) 237-1080; INFO@DTERRENCEFOSTER.COM

14. ==> The Best 5-Minute Way to Start Your Day

Life has been tough for most of us lately and our collective mental health is showing the strain. Those are reasons enough to start every day off with the five-minute routine Rick Mc Daniel uses to begin each morning. Invite Rick to share the one thing you need to do during this time and best of all, it requires little expense and no special expertise, or equipment. He’ll explain the simple concept anyone can embrace and answer any questions you have about it. Rick Mc Daniel is a writer, the host of the Point of Impact podcast, and the author of eight books. His latest is “This Is Living: Daily Inspiration to Live Your Faith.” Contact Rick at (804) 387-8321; rick@rickmcdaniel.com

15. ==> Let’s Talk about Women’s Hair Loss

Hair loss can be an incredibly stressful phenomenon, especially for a woman. The recent Oscar “slap heard round the world” started with a joke about Jada Pinkett Smith’s shaved head, and now many people are learning about alopecia areata, an autoimmune disease that causes hair loss. But Dr. Karl Zarse says there are many reasons women experience hair loss and thinning. Invite him on your show to discuss ways to deal with the problem, including supplements that can help to maintain healthy hair growth. Dr. Zarse will explain the role of immune function and hair loss and reveal which vitamins and minerals are vital to keeping your locks in top shape. Karl Zarse, M.D., is a spine, pain, and nutritional supplement specialist and the owner of Spine and Pain PLLC. Contact Adrienne Mazzone at (561) 908-1683; amazzone@transmediagroup.com

01. Can Russia Be Held Accountable?
02. Ukraine War Triggers Memories for Holocaust Survivor
03. Titanic Anniversary Is Friday: Secrets of the Sinking
04. The Kosher Baker Lightens Up Passover Favorites
05. 40th Anniversary of ‘E.T.’: Interview Dee Wallace
06. Last-Minute Tax Tips
07. Has the ‘Great Resignation’ Led to a Resurgence of Unions?
08. 3 Principles You Must Know to Thrive in Chaos
09. Do We Still Need Affirmative Action?
10. Discover the ‘Hidden Figure’ Who Helped Develop GPS
11. Opposites Attract. ‘Couple’s Whisperer’ Helps Them Relate
12. It’s Never Too Late – Do a Show on Midlife Dating
13. Have You Been Brainwashed by Weight-Loss Lies?
14. How to Raise a Reader (One Book at a Time)
15. How Do You Cook a Scorpion? Ask an Edible Insects Expert

1.==> Can Russia Be Held Accountable?

Countries including the United States are ramping up calls for war crimes investigations against Russia. Could Russian leaders be brought to justice under international law? David Scheffer can explain what constitutes a war crime, what Russia has already done in Ukraine to warrant an investigation and how that might proceed. He’ll also discuss the role the U.S. could play in seeking accountability. David Scheffer is visiting senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations and a law professor at Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law. He was the first U.S. Ambassador at Large for Crimes Issues, serving during the second term of the Clinton administration. Contact him at (312) 503-2224; d-scheffer@law.northwestern.edu; dscheffer@cfr.org

2. ==> Ukraine War Triggers Memories for Holocaust Survivor

Eighty-two-year-old Karmela Waldman is usually an atypical, hilarious, potty-mouthed, marriage therapist turned “shock jock” (picture Dr. Ruth on ‘Roids) on her podcast, Surviving the Survivor. But the images coming out of Ukraine have triggered vivid memories of her childhood when at just five years old she was separated from her parents as the Nazis invaded Europe. Hear how, when an ominous knock came at the family’s front door, she ran on foot and was hidden by a nun in an all-boys Catholic school until it was safe to re-emerge more than eight months later. Karmela was reunited with her mother, but her father died in the Auschwitz gas chamber. As a Holocaust survivor, Karmela will share the parallels between her experience and the atrocities the world is now watching in real time. She can also discuss how she’s been struck by the similarities between Ukraine’s architecture and destruction today and that of Hungary burning in the 1940s, the unthinkable attacks against children, and the irony that in 1945 the Russians were the liberators. Karmela Waldman co-hosts the podcast Surviving the Survivor with her son, Joel, an Emmy award-winning broadcast journalist. Contact Adrienne Mazzone at (561) 908-1683;
amazzone@transmediagroup.com

3. ==> Titanic Anniversary Is Friday: Secrets of the Sinking

On April 15, 1912, 110 years ago, the Titanic sank in the North Atlantic claiming the lives of some 1,500 people. The sinking still fascinates us as does the speculation that it may have been caused by something other than an iceberg. Loring Stead, M.D., author of the upcoming book “Sink the Unsinkable,” a retired physician and a descendant of first-class passenger W. T. Stead, will explain why the loss of the Titanic was no accident. Invite him on air to share the life of W.T., an expert on preventing child sex trafficking who was coming to America at the invitation of President Taft to give a talk on peace at Carnegie Hall. But, according to Dr. Stead, he planned to out wealthy, privileged child abusers. Ask Dr. Stead: Why does he believe W.T. and some others aboard the Titanic had to be silenced? How did business elites, the church, and politicians conspire to sink the ship? Loring Stead, M.D., has presented at hundreds of medical conferences and is a Titanic expert with previously unknown family stories to share. Contact him at (507) 358-2961; stead.loring@gmail.com

4.==> The Kosher Baker Lightens Up Passover Favorites

Go ahead and get together to celebrate the holiday but skip the calorie-loaded dishes and opt for a healthier Passover when you invite Paula Shoyer, aka the Kosher Baker, to share ways to lighten up your favorite family recipes. Whether you’re cooking keto, Whole30 or are just trying to cut calories and lose those pandemic pounds you’ve put on, Paula will help you makeover your holiday table with dishes every generation will appreciate. She’ll also help you create a stress-free holiday with great ideas for room temperature dishes and freezer-friendly make-ahead recipes. Paula Shoyer has appeared on numerous radio and TV shows and even competed on Food TV. A graduate of Ritz Escoffier Ecole de Gastronomie Francaise, she has taught cooking classes all over the world and over 225 virtual classes. She is the author of five cookbooks including “The Healthy Jewish Kitchen” and “The New Passover Menu.” Contact her at (301) 404-8998; pshoyer@hotmail.com

5. ==> 40th Anniversary of ‘E.T.’: Interview Dee Wallace

Four decades ago, Steven Spielberg’s “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” exploded onto the big screen featuring a young boy who befriends an extraterrestrial stranded on Earth. Legendary Emmy-nominated actress Dee Wallace starred in the movie as the boy’s mother and says she believes the story ultimately focuses on facing the unknown and mastering fear. Invite Wallace on your show to discuss the iconic film as well as her roles in the movies “CUJO,” “The Hills Have Eyes,” “The Howling” and many more. From ‘Scream Queen’ to an expert at creation, Dee has written numerous best-selling books and currently hosts a weekly call-in radio show. “Born: Giving Birth to a New You,” her latest book, discusses how spirituality, brain science, and religion all teach the same principles, and how you can easily use them in creating your life. Contact Harlan Boll at harlan@bhbpr.com

6. ==> Last-Minute Tax Tips

Next Monday is the deadline for filing your taxes and just the thought of it sends millions of people into a state of mental and emotional anxiety and stress. But Jeff Levine says there are help and solutions no matter how severe your tax problems may be! Levine will share tips on finding the right tax expert and explain why you shouldn’t fear the IRS. “When it comes to taxes, how you play the game and position yourself to make taxes work for you instead of against you all depends upon your beliefs, perspective and mindset around money,” he says. Jeff Levin has been a financial consultant for 32 years. He is co-author of the book “The 13 Steps to Riches,” and author of the soon-to-be-published “Financial Freedom of a Lifetime.” Contact him at (518) 221-8043; jeff12levine@gmail.com

7. ==> Has the ‘Great Resignation’ Led to a Resurgence of Unions?

Unionism — the policies and practices of labor organizations meant to protect and further the rights of workers — has been declining since the mid-1970s. But as employment attorney Beverly Williams points out, the Great Resignation may be bringing it back. From Amazon warehouse workers in New York to Starbucks employees at several locations nationwide, more and more workers are taking steps to form unions. Williams can discuss why employees are unionizing now, the impact on employers, and how they can avoid unionization by treating workers mindfully, authentically and with integrity instead of with lip service. Beverly Williams is a partner at Wong Fleming PC in Princeton, N.J., where she specializes in labor law. She is also an employment professional, arbitrator, and former HR executive of a Fortune 500 corporation. Additionally, she is the author of “Your GPS to Employment Success: How to Find and Succeed in the Right Job,” and host of the podcast “Your Employment Matters with Beverly Williams.” Williams earned an M.P.A. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a J.D. from Rutgers Law School. Contact her at (973) 576-5841; bwilliams@rtirguests.com

8. ==> 3 Principles You Must Know to Thrive in Chaos

Perhaps the best word that describes present times is “chaotic.” A knee-jerk reaction might be to stay in bed with the blanket pulled over your head but that gets old fast. Instead, author and performance coach Tim Winders says it would be better to change your perspective by discovering the three timeless perspectives he will teach you. Winders, who has over 25 years’ experience as a coach for business owners, executives, and leaders, utilizes these principles in his novel, “Coach: A Story of Success Redefined,” which releases on May 17. It tells the story of a man who had it all — money, a successful company, a beautiful wife — everything society considers successful but contemplates ending his life. Winders, who along with his wife, lives and works in a large RV while traveling around the country, survived several business failures before finding a better path in life. He hosts the “SeekGoCreate” podcast. Contact Tim Winders at (404) 846-4639; twinders@rtirguests.com. Ask about last-minute availability

9. ==> Do We Still Need Affirmative Action?

Affirmative action came out of the civil rights movement as a means to address inequalities experienced by minorities. It became law through an executive order made by John F. Kennedy in 1961. With two upcoming cases challenging it before the Supreme Court, now is a good time to discuss affirmative action’s past and future with author Judith Mudd-Krijgelmans (pronounced Kray-gull-mans). Ask her: Is affirmative action reverse discrimination? How effective has it been? Was it always controversial? Does it benefit everyone or just a few? Judith Mudd-Krijgelmans, a Fulbright Scholar, was one of the first Black women in the Foreign Service. A child of educators, she grew up in public housing in the Jim Crow South where Blacks were told they lived in a separate, but equal society. She is the author of “Flowers for Brother Mudd: One Woman’s Path from Jim Crow to Career Diplomat.” Contact Judith at (571) 568-8667; jmuddkrijgelmans@rtirguests.com

10. ==> Discover the ‘Hidden Figure’ Who Helped Develop GPS

Those who saw the hit movie “Hidden Figures” are aware that women of color have made significant contributions to the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields, for which they received little credit. According to former STEM teacher and current college professor Chris A. Goldberg, Ed.D., mathematician Dr. Gladys West − who helped develop the GPS model − is another unsung heroine of the STEM world. “She’s alive and well at 91,” Chris says. “No one knows that she’s a hidden figure; that’s how hidden she is.” Chris has established a professional friendship with Gladys’ family and can talk about her fascinating life and career. He is the author of the upcoming book “Aliyah and the STEMsational Problem-Solvers: What’s Cooking?” Contact Chris at (973) 576-5841; cgoldberg@rtirguests.com

11. ==> Opposites Attract. ‘Couple’s Whisperer’ Helps them Relate

Did you know that there are 22 pairs of opposite behaviors that can trip couples up? This complexity explains why many couples have different versions of the same fights repeatedly but never seem to know it. For example … he wants to direct things his way but she needs to collaborate. She ignores all her partner’s need for meticulous plans and embraces spontaneous change. Or he needs to keep to “just the facts” while his partner must share feelings. Join Chris Shaver — The Couple’s Whisperer — as he shares stories that illustrate a better way for couples to relate and navigate the opposites that can both attract and repel. Chris Shaver is a motivational psychology expert and creator of the Better Way to Relate Program which is based on a professional-grade assessment that’s been used for 71 years for 50 million assessments. Contact Chris at (610) 417-5342; chris@marriagecure.com

12. ==> It’s Never Too Late – Do a Show on Midlife Dating

After ending a 27-year marriage due to her spouse’s repeated infidelities, Judy Balloff set about finding love like it was a business, even keeping a “little black book.” “I went through 22 men until I met the love of my life,” she says. “I realized that, when you’re in your 50s, you could live another 30 years. So I went about looking for love very scientifically.” Judy met her husband, David, on Match.com, and they have been happily married since 2008. She can share her scientific formula for finding your dream mate in midlife and reveal the dos and don’ts of dating when you’re older including tips on online dating sites. Judy Balloff is a financial advisor and the author of “365 Days of Abundance.” Contact her at (571) 568-8491; jballoff@rtirguests.com

13. ==> Have You Been Brainwashed by Weight-Loss Lies?

As summer approaches, many people will go on diets because they’ve been brainwashed to believe diets and exercise are the only ways to lose weight and look good in their summer clothes. Most people have no idea there are other options for shedding unwanted pounds. Ruth Houston can discuss research-backed, no-cost, easy-to-implement weight-loss tips and tricks — things the diet industry hopes the public will never find out. The author of “Eat Smart and Lose Weight: Scientifically Proven Ways to Lose Weight without Diets or Exercise” will share table tactics, kitchen tricks, binge prevention and more. Ruth has appeared on more than 500 radio and TV news and talk shows. Contact her at (718) 708-9799; EatSmartWeightLossExpert@gmail.com

14. ==> How to Raise a Reader (One Book at a Time)

Despite their hectic schedules and the distractions of social media and modern technology, families can dramatically improve their children’s lives by setting aside time to read with them. “A relaxing reading ritual not only fuels your child’s reading journey, but it also builds a bond and creates memories that last,” says author and long-time educator Lori Lynn Ahrends. “The right books will not only be fun, but will build your child’s self-confidence in reading, plus offer other learning opportunities. The key to raising a reader is simple: Joy!” Lori Lynn can offer many ideas on how to incorporate reading into busy lives. She is an award-winning educator and international speaker with a master’s in education; a singer/songwriter; creator of the Overall Buddies early childhood learning website and author of the children’s book “I’m a Pig.” Contact Lori Lynn at (402) 235-4292; lahrends@rtirguests.com

15. ==> How Do You Cook a Scorpion? Ask an Edible Insects Expert

Edible insects are serious business to Bill Broadbent. He says eating bugs has been gaining acceptance across the U.S., Canada and Europe in recent years, in part because of growing health and environmental concerns. There are nearly 2,000 edible insects and they all taste different, but are bugs really a viable food source? Invite Bill on your show and hear the many nutritional benefits of edible insects, where they’re commonly found in cuisine, and the best ways to incorporate them into your diet. He’ll also share the ways innovative chefs are using whole, chopped and powdered insects to astound patrons with dishes that range from shocking to delicious. Bill is president of Entosense and an expert on edible insects. Contact him at (207) 841-5174; bill@entosense.com

1. Do Russians Support Putin’s War?
2. What Orban’s Win Means for the EU
3. Amazon Workers Did the Impossible: Behind the Union Victory
4. The Cure for Tax Season Anxiety
5. Great Easter Show: Modern Church Fresco Inspires Hope
6. TV Host Offers 5 tips for a ‘Simply Delicious Spring’
7. Bernie Sanders, Up Close and Personal
8. How Much Longer Will America Have Democracy?
9. Fake News, Donald Trump and the Media
10. Hunted By the KGB, He Lives to Tell the Story: Russia, Ukraine and the KGB Banker
11. What’s Your Sunglass IQ?
12. 3 Surprising Ways to Lessen Pain
13. How to Talk to Kids about Illness and Empower Them to Heal
14. Turn Your Self-Doubt into Self-Clout
15. Toxic Humor and the Case for Clean Comics

1.==> Do Russians Support Putin’s War?

Take a deep dive into the psyche of Vladimir Putin and the Russian people when you interview U.S. Brigadier General Peter B. Zwack (ret.) who was in the Soviet Union and Russia during the 1990s before and after the Soviet Union unraveled and whose recently published memoir, “Swimming the Volga,” offers cogent insights that provide context for what is happening today. Zwack says Putin carries deep “scar tissue” from unresolved issues from the fall and breakup of the Soviet Union, 30 years ago. The Russian people, Zwack says, are patriotic and support their government, but not blindly. Brigadier General Peter B. Zwack (ret.) served as a senior defense official and attaché to the Russian Federation from 2012-2014. He is a global fellow at The Kennan Institute of the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars and has recently appeared on CNN, NPR’s “All Things Considered,” The BBC, MSNBC, and in “The Washington Post” and “The Economist.” He can go further in depth for long-form interviews. Contact Terri Beavers at (434) 409-5687; bg.pbz.r@gmail.com

2. ==> What Orban’s Win Means for the EU

Matthias Matthijs says Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s recent reelection was due to unfair advantages and presents a thorny challenge for European unity on Russia and the rule of law. “Orban’s victory means he will continue to be an autocratic thorn in the EU’s side. He has opposed further sanctions against Russia, especially a ban on its oil or gas given Hungary’s heavy reliance on Russian fossil fuels. He’s also opposed transferring heavy weaponry to Ukraine through Hungarian territory.” He adds, “Orban is banking on the fact that the need for Western unity will trump the EU’s desire to rein in his illiberal excesses.” Matthias Matthijs is senior fellow for Europe at the Council on Foreign Relations and associate professor of international political economy at Johns Hopkins University’s School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS). He is an award-winning author and teacher, and an expert on European political economy, the politics of economic ideas, and regional integration. Contact him at (202) 663-5743; mmatthijs@cfr.org

3. ==> Amazon Workers Did the Impossible: Behind the Union Victory

Amazon workers’ win in New York may wind up spurring union growth around the country after decades of decline, at a time when a tight labor market is empowering workers in ways that once seemed impossible. Mike Elk, senior labor reporter at Payday Report, says the Staten Island union election is a historic victory. “It marks the first time an Amazon warehouse has been unionized and it will likely inspire more unionizing efforts. For years, activists have been told that it’s impossible to organize Amazon, but now workers have achieved the impossible.” He adds, “No one in the labor establishment saw the victory at Amazon on Staten Island coming and no one saw 170 Starbucks stores unionizing. What else could happen this year that no one has predicted? Contact Mike Elk at mike.elk@gmail.com; @MikeElk

4. ==> The Cure for Tax Season Anxiety

It’s that time of year again, tax season. Just the thought of it sends millions of people into a state of mental and emotional anxiety and stress. But Jeff Levine says there are help and solutions no matter how severe your tax problems may be! Levine will share tips on finding the right tax expert and explain why you shouldn’t fear the IRS. “When it comes to taxes, how you play the game and position yourself to make taxes work for you instead of against you all depends upon your beliefs, perspective and mindset around money,” he says. Jeff Levin has been a financial consultant for 32 years. He is co-author of the book “The 13 Steps to Riches,” and author of the soon-to-be-published “Financial Freedom of a Lifetime.” Contact him at (518) 221-8043; jeff12levine@gmail.com

5. ==> Great Easter Show: Modern Church Fresco Inspires Hope

Fresco paintings are one of the oldest and most durable forms of artwork. As natural pigment is blended with wet plaster, the painting literally turns to stone and the stories are preserved for centuries. The new documentary “Theirs Is The Kingdom” follows the creation of a contemporary fresco mural inside the sanctuary of a small church in Asheville, North Carolina. But unlike historical frescos that depict religious figures or political icons, this painting features people battling homelessness, addiction, and mental illness, those on the fringes of society whose stories are often marginalized and forgotten. Director Chris Zaluski says, “This story is about everyone, whatever someone might be battling, having space to be who they are – and celebrated for it. We hope the film, like the fresco itself, is able to inspire hope in whoever watches it.” Christopher Zaluski is an award-winning filmmaker, journalist, and assistant professor at Wake Forest University’s Documentary Film Program. “Theirs Is The Kingdom” has been making the rounds of spring film festivals and will air on PBS on Easter Sunday, April 17. Contact Lori Heiselman at Lori@docsologyfilms.com

6. ==> TV Host Offers 5 tips for a ‘Simply Delicious Spring’

It’s time to shake off the winter blues and pandemic pounds and prepare for a healthy and delicious spring and summer. For inspiration, interview Maryann Ridini Spencer, an award-winning screenwriter, author, TV/film producer, journalist, and host of the Telly Award-winning “Simply Delicious Living” PBS-TV series. She’ll discuss how to create a healthy plate you’ll “want” to eat, offer five tips for getting in shape and more. Ask her what are your mind, body, and spirit tips for spring? How can people get moving again after being isolated and dormant? What’s the best way to spring into summer? Maryann is the author of the award-winning Kate Grace novels “Lady in the Window,” “The Paradise Table,” “Secrets of Grace Manor,” and the “Simply Delicious Living” cookbooks. Her work has appeared on Hallmark Hall of Fame (CBS-TV), the Hallmark Channel, CNN, USA, SyFy, Showtime, PBS, and many others. Contact Maryann Ridini Spencer at (818) 492-9135; mspencer@rtirguests.com

7. ==> Bernie Sanders, Up Close and Personal

Bernie Sanders inspires fervent love and, even among his enemies, a measure of grudging respect — yet, curiously, we know little about who the man really is, with Sanders deliberately keeping the focus on his policies. Ari Rabin-Havt, former deputy campaign manager on Sen. Bernie Sanders’s 2020 presidential campaign, will take listeners where no profiles or televised interviews have been able to go. Rabin-Havt offers a behind-the-scenes account of Sanders’s run, including his heart attack in Las Vegas, his notorious debate encounter with fellow-progressive Elizabeth Warren, and a momentous conversation between Sanders and Barack Obama that has never been reported before. He’ll reveal Bernie Sanders when the cameras turn off: his dry sense of humor; his views of his young supporters; the pivotal role his wife, Jane, plays in every decision he makes; and more. Ari Rabin-Havt’s new book is “The Fighting Soul: On the Road with Bernie Sanders.” Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137 (office); (703) 400-1099 (cell) or johanna@jrbcomm.com

8. ==> How Much Longer Will America Have Democracy?

Many Americans feel their freedoms are being infringed upon. Lockdowns, mask and vaccination mandates were the mechanisms that brought our attention to the fact that our liberties are being eroded. This is a mere glimpse into the future, says conservative commentator Tamara Lashchyk, who warns that continued government infringement under the guise of “public health” and “the greater good” will result in the end of a free society. She says electronic passports are a step toward consolidating all citizen information with one technology that, incidentally, is the same one China used to enforce its “one-child” policy and administer a social credit score. A new effort is now underway to implement a “programmable” digital currency in countries such as Canada and the UK that will control how citizens spend their money. Tamara says, “We are headed towards an authoritarian world.” Tamara has been interviewed by the BBC and featured in Huffington Post and co-hosts “The Bo Peep Podcast” which probes the answers to questions that we are afraid to ask. A career coach, author, and former Wall Street executive, she recently ran for the New York State Assembly. Contact Tamara Lashchyk at (848) 373-3543; TLashchyk@rtirguests.com

9. ==> Fake News, Donald Trump and the Media

There’s no denying that Donald Trump changed the landscape of American politics and journalism. Some say he exposed a lack of ethics and objectivity in the media while others say he used the media to spread misinformation and lies. What is it about DJT that makes it impossible to look away? Is it the media’s fault? Did they create the monster they hate? Invite Dutch American journalist and media trainer Hans Izaak Kriek to share his independent, non-political observations. The author of “Trump’s Daily Domination of the News Media” can discuss how journalism changed with the Trump presidency and whether he or the media themselves are responsible for the moniker “fake news.” Ask him: Are Americans getting honest news from mainstream media? Are media owners pushing their own political agendas? What is so different about Trump’s relationship with the media? How can the public recognize fake news and framing? Do others besides politicians use fake news, and why? Hans Izaak Kriek is the publisher and editor-in-chief of Krieksmediaworld.com. He worked as an international political journalist for AVRO/TROS, the two largest Dutch National broadcasters. As a media trainer, he has coached and advised thousands of politicians and executives. Contact Hans Izaak Kriek at (561) 861-2974; jkriek@rtirguests.com

10. ==> Hunted By the KGB, He Lives to Tell the Story: Russia, Ukraine and the KGB Banker

Imagine what life would be like if the KGB was after you, threatening your life? And if you had no idea you were even taking them on at first? John Christmas does not have to imagine … he lived it. While heading up an international banking group, Christmas tried to expose fraud he uncovered without realizing that the bank in question was a KGB front. Fired for being a whistle-blower, he was threatened and terrorized and finally fled the country. Christmas is co-author of the geopolitical thriller “KGB Banker,” which was inspired by his story and takes place on the Russia/Ukraine border. Ask him: Why is your experience particularly relevant given today’s political environment? What happened to the players you exposed? Are you still in danger? Contact John Christmas at (514) 700-9015; jchristmas@rtirguests.com

11. ==> What’s Your Sunglass IQ?

Do you know how to pick a pair of sunglasses that will protect your eyes and not just look good? Do you know when to wear them and why? Many people have no clue about just how important protecting their eyes from the sun’s UV rays is, missing out on a simple way to help ensure that they keep their vision for life. But as vision educator Linda Odubayo Thompson will tell you, “the eyes are porous and the optic nerve is a direct extension to the brain. So, it stands to reason that eye protection should be added to the virus protection mix, especially for children,” she says. “Add to that protection against cataracts while looking totally cool, and you have a potent reason not to leave the house without them.” Linda knows not to take her vision for granted; she has suffered from glaucoma for more than 30 years. Ask her why aren’t sunglasses just for summer? Why do you need them on cloudy days? Should you also wear a hat? What does she have in common with Bono? Contact Linda Odubayo Thompson at (914) 944-1474; lthompson@rtirguests.com

12. ==> 3 Surprising Ways to Lessen Pain

Living with chronic pain is no fun and was even less so during the pandemic when care was restricted and stress levels were through the roof. Why not help make listeners’ lives more comfortable by interviewing Trevor Campbell, M.D., who can share tips for controlling stress, managing negative thoughts, and paying attention to the story they tell their friends and family members about their illnesses, all things that can lead to lessening pain? Ask him how can what we are thinking affect our pain levels? How can people feel less stressed when they hurt? Dr. Campbell is a family physician who has worked in multidisciplinary pain management and opioids reduction programs and has served as a medical director for a leading pain management provider in Western Canada. He graduated from the University of Cape Town. He hosts the holistic “Healthscape” podcast. Dr. Campbell’s book is “The Language of Pain: Fast Forward Your Recovery to Stop Hurting.” Contact Trevor Campbell at (250) 217-7832; tcampbell@rtirguests.com

13. ==> How to Talk to Kids about Illness and Empower Them to Heal

It’s hard to understand what’s going on inside a sick body, especially when you’re a child. But Grandma Ness, a working artist and painter, provides a whimsical, entertaining and imaginative way for parents to broach the topic of illness with their children with her new book, “Bernie and Babs vs. the Virus.” Grandma Ness, a pen name for Annessa Morrison, says that although the book was written for four- to seven-year-olds, it’s for adults too because it gives readers a way to visualize their immune system’s response. She’ll share ways to empower sick children, five hacks that make healing visualization work better, and how she used them to treat her lupus and the pain that impacted her ability to work as an artist. Contact Grandma Ness at (928) 830-3935; GrandmaNess2022@gmail.com

14. ==>Turn Your Self-Doubt into Self-Clout

Everyone has negative self-beliefs that hold them back from reaching their potential. But did you know that you can use these “limiting” beliefs to your advantage? Confidence-building expert Raj Girn can explain how she built a corporate and celebrity network because she felt no one would hire her as a single mother with no journalism or business degrees or personal connections. Ask her: what gave you the chutzpah to go out on your own? How did you turn your limitations into assets? What advice do you have for other people who lack confidence? A media celebrity in Canada who has been featured in “The Wall Street Journal” and “Globe and Mail,” and on FOX and CBS, Raj is an internationally best-selling author whose blog attracts 500,000 unique monthly visitors. She also publishes a weekly newsletter with over 100,000 subscribers and has a combined social media network of over 1 million. She runs The Open Chest Confidence Academy. Contact Raj Girn at (647) 490-3158; Rgirn@rtirguests.com

15. ==> Toxic Humor and the Case for Clean Comics

One veteran of the comedy industry says this year’s Oscar altercation is an example of how toxic some corners of comedy have become. Adam Christing, CEO of CleanComedians, says, “The problem isn’t Chris Rock or Will Smith. It’s a comedy culture issue. For years now, American comedians have confused comedy with being crass or cruel. But our history proves that humor can be playful instead of poisonous. Think Will Rogers, Betty White, Jim Gaffigan.” According to Christing, whose company requires its performers to avoid profanity, prejudice, and politics, “We need to remember that ‘fun’ is not a four-letter word. We can lift people and bring them together with positive humor.” Christing says his business is booming, especially with meeting planners who don’t want to embarrass people with foul or abrasive humor. Contact Todd Brabender at (785) 842-8909; toddb@spreadthenewspr.com

01. War, Wheat and Food Shortages
02. Making Finance Work for Ukrainian Women
03. Should You Get a 2nd COVID Booster?
04. Bruce Willis: Understanding Aphasia
05. Titanic Anniversary is April 15: The Untold Story of the Sinking
06. ‘The Latin King of Country Music’ is Still Alive
07. Spring Clean Your Ideas About Work
08. This Guest Landed Her Dream Job in Her 60s
09. Do a Show on the Ladies Who Run the Cruise Industry
10. Witch Doctors, Dictators, Wars: What It Took to Rid the World of Smallpox
11. Are You Secretly Allergic to Your Spouse?
12. Storms Are Getting Stronger – Buildings Need More Protection
13. How to Raise a Reader (One Book at a Time)
14. What the Most Successful People Know About Making Healthy Choices
15. Do Elephants Belong in Zoos?

1. ==> War, Wheat and Food Shortages

President Biden is warning of global food shortages as a result of the Russian invasion of Ukraine — predicting that the war will upend global wheat supplies. Research director with Food and Water Watch, Amanda Starbuck says, “Our corporate-controlled, just-in-time food system does little to buffer us from supply shocks created by events like Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. In fact, it helped create the problem.” Starbuck will explain why the U.S. abandoned its national grain reserve, the role of agribusinesses in our food supply chain, and how to ensure food for all. “The world already grows enough to feed a planet of nine billion, yet hunger persists, thanks to inequality and unfair allocation of resources. In the short term, we should divert some of the countless acreage growing corn for factory farms and instead grow wheat to feed people directly,” she says. “Long-term goals include reinstating supply management tools like grain reserves to buffer against future supply shocks — this time ensuring that farmers of all backgrounds can participate.” Contact Amanda Starbuck at astarbuck@fwwatch.org; @foodandwater

2. ==> Making Finance Work for Ukrainian Women

Millions of Ukrainian women and children have fled the country with just the clothes on their backs. Women’s World Banking CEO Mary Ellen Iskenderian says the refugees’ reliance on cash is exacerbating the crisis. “Ukrainian women are finding they can’t exchange the Ukrainian currency, the hryvnia, for euros or dollars at the border. Or can only do so at exorbitantly high, even predatory, exchange rates,” she says. “But the crisis is also shedding light on the limitations of digital financial services, particularly payments, even for those not entirely reliant on cash. Most of the Ukrainian women are arriving at the border with cell phones and many of them have credit and debit cards. But European banks are refusing digital transactions and payments drawn on Ukrainian banks because they’re worried that they won’t be reimbursed by the banks that issued the cards.” As these women’s financial situation becomes direr, Iskenderian fears a sex trafficking nightmare. The nonprofit Women’s World Banking works to give women access to the financial system. Mary Ellen Iskenderian’s new book is “There’s Nothing Micro About a Billion Women: Making Finance Work for Women.” Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137 (office); (703) 400-1099 (cell) or johanna@jrbcomm.com

3. ==> Should You Get a 2nd COVID Booster?

The Food and Drug Administration authorized a second COVID-19 booster shot for adults aged 50 and older as well as immunocompromised people aged 12 and up. If you fall into one of those groups, should you get another booster dose? Dean Fanelli, Ph.D., an expert on pharmaceutical and chemical-related technologies, can discuss who should get a booster shot and when, why America lags behind other countries in booster rates, and the latest COVID treatments and therapies. Fanelli is a partner in the intellectual property department of Seyfarth Shaw LLP’s Washington D.C. office. He also hosts the podcast Politics & Life Sciences Radio. Contact Ryan McCormick at (516) 901-1103; (919) 377-1200 or ryan@goldmanmccormick.com

4. ==> Bruce Willis: Understanding Aphasia

Bruce Willis’ family has announced he’s retiring from acting after being diagnosed with aphasia — difficulty processing information and responding to it. Léonie Rosenstiel explains that people with aphasia have trouble understanding and responding to speech and or written language. “The problem often comes with the later stages of dementia but can also result from some sort of brain damage such as might result from a stroke or traumatic injury,” she says. “There is often a better ability to understand what people are saying than to respond to it appropriately, which can be especially frustrating for someone like an actor, who makes a living working with the spoken word.” Léonie says in some cases, speech therapy can help, but Willis’ reaction to the diagnosis makes her suspect the problem is more serious. Léonie is an author, senior advocate and advisor who works to help people navigate the maze of the eldercare system. Her work has been featured in “The New York Review of Books,” “Los Angeles Times,” “Chicago Tribune,” and more. Her books include “Protecting Mama: Surviving the Legal Guardianship Swamp.” Contact her at (505) 317-2405; L.rosenstiel1@gmail.com

5. ==> Titanic Anniversary is April 15: The Untold Story of the Sinking

On April 15, 1912, 110 years ago, the Titanic sank in the North Atlantic claiming the lives of some 1,500 people. The sinking still fascinates us as does the speculation that it may have been caused by something other than an iceberg. Loring Stead, M.D., author of the upcoming book “Sink the Unsinkable,” a retired physician and a descendant of first-class passenger W. T. Stead, will explain why the loss of the Titanic was no accident. Invite him on air to share the life of W.T., an expert on preventing child sex trafficking who was coming to America at the invitation of President Taft to give a talk on peace at Carnegie Hall. But, according to Dr. Stead, he planned to out wealthy, privileged child abusers. Ask Dr. Stead: Why does he believe W.T. and some others aboard the Titanic had to be silenced? How did business elites, the church, and politicians conspire to sink the ship? Loring Stead, M.D., has presented at hundreds of medical conferences and is a Titanic expert with previously unknown family stories to share. Contact him at (507) 358-2961; stead.loring@gmail.com

6. ==> ‘The Latin King of Country Music’ is Still Alive

Despite internet rumors to the contrary, Johnny Rodriguez is alive and well. In fact, “The Latin King of Country Music” has been writing and recording new music during the pandemic. His new CD, “Building Bridges,” includes two songs written by actor and singer/songwriter Dennis Quaid and a duet with two-time Grammy Award-winner Tanya Tucker. Johnny’s Latin-infused hits made him one of the most successful country singers of the ‘70s and ‘80s. His new memoir, “Desperado: My Story,” details his meteoric rise to fame and his plunge into personal despair. Invite him to talk about his arrival in Nashville, his friendships and adventures with country music’s biggest stars, and the missed opportunities and missteps he made along the way. Ask him: How did you get your life back on track? What was your relationship with Merle Haggard? How did you end up recording the Eagles’ song “Desperado”? Why did you turn down Elvis’ manager, Col. Parker? Contact Pauline Vega at (661) 387-3174; pvega@rtirguests.com

7. ==> Spring Clean Your Ideas About Work

Last year’s Great Resignation has evolved into this year’s Great Re-imagination of the workplace. Since the spring of 2021 more than 33 million people in the U.S. have quit jobs that aren’t accommodating their needs, including millions of people looking for careers that better wrap around their families. Sherry Beck Paprocki says this tightening of the workforce provides a unique opportunity to find the perfect job for those who are looking for more flexibility and freedom in their careers. Invite her on your show and learn how to have a lucrative freelance business, tips to create the gig lifestyle you’ve dreamed about, and why some people have satisfying careers while others don’t. Certified work-life balance coach Sherry Beck Paprocki has earned more than six figures a year as a freelance writer, editor and gig specialist. She is the author of “Freelance Fancy: Your Guide to Capturing Spiritual Health, Wealth and Happiness from Gig Work.” Contact her at (614) 537-7159; paprockiltd@cs.com

8. ==> This Guest Landed Her Dream Job in Her 60s

Most people over 60 who wish to continue working fear age discrimination and a workforce that seems to favor younger employees. But Judy Balloff claims that’s nonsense. “I started a new career at age 64 in a job I had never done before, and I have made over half a million dollars at an age when many take social security,” she says. “Treat looking for a job like a job. Be open-minded about doing something with your skills that never occurred to you before.” Judy can share these and other tips for landing your dream job in your 50s, 60s, and beyond. She is a financial advisor and author of “365 Days of Abundance.” Contact her at (571) 568-8491; jballoff@rtirguests.com

9. ==> Do a Show on the Ladies Who Run the Cruise Industry

Most people think of cruise ship honchos as men. However, more and more women are manning the helm in the industry, and making waves. “Today, there are numerous women cruise line presidents and vice presidents, as well as the first and only American woman captain of a cruise ship for a well-known cruise line, and another woman who is a co-founder and co-owner,” says author and travel industry expert Cindy Bertram. Cindy can talk about the numerous women cruise line bigwigs who have sailed on to dazzling careers in an industry long dominated by men. She is a communications, media and branding specialist who has spent many years in the travel and cruise industry and is the author of “How Six Women Executives Steer the Cruise Industry Today” and “Message from the Dog…Learning from Great Humans.” Contact Cindy at (219) 775-6488; cbertram@rtirguests.com

10. ==> Witch Doctors, Dictators, Wars: What It Took to Rid the World of Smallpox

Fighting a deadly virus is complicated. It took 10 years and a global campaign for the world to eradicate smallpox. Bee Bloeser and her two young children became involved when the CDC dispatched her husband to Africa in 1969. From being welcomed by cheering Africans to encountering witch doctors, a 10-acre mass grave, and living under a brutal dictator in remote Equatorial Guinea, Bee can discuss the exhilarating moments, unexpected challenges, and why she and her children were eventually evacuated after an incident with a simple child’s toy. Bee Bloeser has been featured on NPR’s “Journeys of Discovery” and NPR KCBX Radio’s show, “Issues and Ideas.” Her book is “Vaccines and Bayonets: Fighting Smallpox in Africa amid Tribalism, Terror and the Cold War.” Ask her: What are the similarities and differences between fighting smallpox and COVID? What was it like fighting a pandemic across battle lines of civil wars and the Cold War? Did she face resistance, and by whom? Contact Bee at (520) 214-5971; bbloeser@rtirguests.com

11. ==> Are You Secretly Allergic to Your Spouse?

Do you sneeze uncontrollably whenever your wife or hubby tries to hug you? Do you wake up with a headache after sleeping next to your other half? According to products ingredients expert Zorica Denton, you may be allergic to the fragrances in their soap, body lotion or something else they use, and not even know it. “Products with fragrances may contain anywhere from 100 to 1,000 chemicals,” she says. “But they don’t have to be listed due to trade secret policies.” Zorica developed asthma and other long-term, debilitating health problems as a result of working as a perfume model, and almost died. She is the founder of the natural personal care products company Zorica of Malibu, and author of an upcoming book about toxic chemicals in products. Contact Zorica at (213) 616-7904; zdenton@rtirguests.com

12. ==> Storms Are Getting Stronger – Buildings Need More Protection

Scientists have been predicting stronger, deadlier storms for years and now recent weather patterns appear to be playing out the scenario. These catastrophic events are becoming more frequent and causing extensive damage to homes and property. Building expert George C. Keefe says there are ways to protect buildings — old and new — to help them withstand Mother Nature’s increasing fury. Invite Keefe to discuss how to fortify roofs and building exteriors and why strengthening exteriors before disaster strikes can not only save lives but also time and money spent on repairs. Keefe will share simple, effective methods of protecting people, buildings and the environment. George C. Keefe is a building consultant, author and contractor with over 40 years of experience. Contact Lydia Ng’etich at (800) 228-5507; ask@encasementguy.com

13. ==> How to Raise a Reader (One Book at a Time)

Despite their hectic schedules and the distractions of social media and modern technology, families can dramatically improve their children’s lives by setting aside time to read with them. “A relaxing reading ritual not only fuels your child’s reading journey, but it also builds a bond and creates memories that last,” says author and long-time educator Lori Lynn Ahrends. “The right books will not only be fun, but will build your child’s self-confidence in reading, plus offer other learning opportunities. The key to raising a reader is simple: Joy!” Lori Lynn can offer many ideas on how to incorporate reading into busy lives. She is an award-winning educator and international speaker with a master’s in education; a singer/songwriter; creator of the Overall Buddies early childhood learning website and author of the children’s book “I’m a Pig.” Contact Lori Lynn at (402) 235-4292; lahrends@rtirguests.com

14. ==> What the Most Successful People Know About Making Healthy Choices

According to author Rico Racosky, the world’s most successful people know that whatever they do, buy, develop, interact with or say can impact their physical, emotional, mental, relational and financial health. In fact, Rico says these people (who have achieved great accomplishments in life) are part of something he calls a Healthy Choice Revolution that’s amazingly simple, surprisingly obvious, and profoundly practical. Anyone is capable of embracing this, with all their choices going forward. Rico’s popular book is “Just 2 Choices” and he can instantly teach your audience some of the choice-making skills contained in that book and his online classes that we all need for greater happiness and wellness. Contact him at (403) 938-9368; Rico@Just2Choices.com

15. ==> Do Elephants Belong in Zoos?

People the world over have a deep affection for the largest land animals, elephants. Currently, only a small percentage of pachyderms remain in the wild. To allow more people to enjoy them, many elephants have been corralled into lives of captivity in zoos and entertainment venues. “In the last century, elephant populations have plummeted by 90 percent due to trophy hunting, poaching, logging, zoos and circus captures,” says author and animal/environmental advocate Georja Umano. “There are alternate ways to enjoy elephants without stripping them of their natural habitats.” Georja spent two years living and working in Kenya and can share why it’s important to preserve elephants’ natural habitats, as well as how these lovable creatures positively impact global ecosystems. She is the author of “Terriers in the Jungle.” Contact her at (213) 568-1764; gumano@rtirguests.com

01. PR Fall Out from ‘The Slap Heard ‘Round the World’
02. Toxic Humor and the Case for Clean Comics
03. It Started With Jada’s Head: Let’s Talk About Women’s Hair Loss
04. Bernie Sanders, Up Close and Personal
05. Titanic Anniversary … Was Sinking an Accident?
06. The Cure for Tax Season Anxiety
07. Hiring Secrets: Why ‘Most Qualified’ Doesn’t Always Get the Job
08. The Future of Affirmative Action
09. The Unsung Heroine of the Underground Railroad
10. Is It too Late to Fix Our Broken Medical Model?
11. Will Someone You Love Get Early-Onset Alzheimer’s?
12. The Best 5-Minute Way to Start Your Morning
13. How to Protect Buildings as Storms Get Stronger
14. Still Got ‘We Don’t Talk About Bruno’ Stuck In Your Head?
15. Interview Comedian on New TV Series, ‘DisLabeled’

1. ==> PR Fall Out from ‘The Slap Heard ‘Round the World’

Days later we are still talking about the Oscars and actor Will Smith’s slap attack on presenter Chris Rock. Bring reputation management expert Ryan McCormick on your show and discuss who the real winners and losers are in the aftermath of the Academy Awards show debacle. From the damage to Smith’s reputation to the Academy’s handling of the incident, McCormick can discuss the fallout and why the biggest loser may be comedy. “I think going forward most award shows and other national programs will be unimaginably bland. The precedent that has been set is that if you dare make a joke that someone doesn’t like, they can assault you and they’ll be cheered on for doing it.” A former CBS TV producer and editor for “Long Island Business News,” Ryan McCormick is co-founder and media relations specialist at Goldman McCormick, PR. Contact him at (516) 901-1103; ryan@goldmanmccormick.com

2.==> Toxic Humor and the Case for Clean Comics

One veteran of the comedy industry says the Oscar altercation is an example of how toxic some corners of comedy have become. Adam Christing, CEO of CleanComedians, says, “The problem isn’t Chris Rock or Will Smith. It’s a comedy culture issue. For years now, American comedians have confused comedy with being crass or cruel. But our history proves that humor can be playful instead of poisonous. Think Will Rogers, Betty White, Jim Gaffigan.” According to Christing, whose company requires its performers to avoid profanity, prejudice, and politics, “We need to remember that ‘fun’ is not a four-letter word. We can lift people and bring them together with positive humor.” Christing says his business is booming, especially with meeting planners who don’t want to embarrass people with foul or abrasive humor. Contact Todd Brabender at (785) 842-8909; toddb@spreadthenewspr.com

3. ==> It Started With Jada’s Head: Let’s Talk About Women’s Hair Loss

Hair loss can be an incredibly stressful phenomenon, especially for a woman. This week’s Oscar uproar started with a joke about Jada Pinkett Smith’s shaved head, and now many people are learning about alopecia areata, an autoimmune disease that causes hair loss. But Dr. Karl Zarse says there are many reasons that women experience hair loss and thinning. Invite him on your show to discuss ways to deal with the problem, including supplements that can help to maintain healthy hair growth. Dr. Zarse will explain the role of immune function and hair loss and reveal which vitamins and minerals are vital to keeping your locks in top shape. Karl Zarse, M.D., is a spine, pain, and nutritional supplement specialist and the owner of Spine and Pain PLLC. Contact Adrienne Mazzone at (561) 908-1683; amazzone@transmediagroup.com

4. ==> Behind the Curtain: Bernie Sanders, Up Close and Personal

Bernie Sanders inspires fervent love and, even among his enemies, a measure of grudging respect — yet, curiously, we know little about who the man really is, with Sanders deliberately keeping the focus on his policies. Ari Rabin-Havt, former deputy campaign manager on Sen. Bernie Sanders’s 2020 presidential campaign, will take listeners where no profiles or televised interviews have been able to go. Rabin-Havt offers a behind-the-scenes account of Sanders’s run, including his heart attack in Las Vegas, his notorious debate encounter with fellow-progressive Elizabeth Warren, and a momentous conversation between Sanders and Barack Obama that has never been reported before. He’ll reveal Bernie Sanders when the cameras turn off: his dry sense of humor; his views of his young supporters; the pivotal role his wife, Jane, plays in every decision he makes; and more. Ari Rabin-Havt’s new book is “The Fighting Soul: On the Road with Bernie Sanders.” Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137 (office); (703) 400-1099 (cell) or johanna@jrbcomm.com

5. ==> Titanic Anniversary … Was Sinking an Accident?

On April 15, 1912, 110 years ago, the Titanic sank in the North Atlantic claiming the lives of some 1,500 people. The sinking still fascinates us as does the speculation that it may have been caused by something other than an iceberg. Loring Stead, M.D., author of the upcoming book “Sink the Unsinkable,” a retired physician and a descendant of first-class passenger W. T. Stead, will explain why the loss of the Titanic was no accident. Invite him on air to share the life of W.T., an expert on preventing child sex trafficking who was coming to America at the invitation of President Taft to give a talk on peace at Carnegie Hall. But, according to Dr. Stead, he planned to out wealthy, privileged child abusers. Ask Dr. Stead: Why does he believe W.T. and some others aboard the Titanic had to be silenced? How did business elites, the church, and politicians conspire to sink the ship? Loring Stead, M.D., has presented at hundreds of medical conferences and is a Titanic expert with previously unknown family stories to share. Contact him at (507) 358-2961; stead.loring@gmail.com

6. ==> The Cure for Tax Season Anxiety

It’s that time of year again, tax season. Just the thought of it sends millions of people into a state of mental and emotional anxiety and stress. But Jeff Levine says there are help and solutions no matter how severe your tax problems may be! Levine will share tips on finding the right tax expert and explain why you shouldn’t fear the IRS. “When it comes to taxes, how you play the game and position yourself to make taxes work for you instead of against you all depends upon your beliefs, perspective and mindset around money,” he says. Jeff Levin has been a financial consultant for 32 years. He is co-author of the book “The 13 Steps to Riches,” and author of the soon-to-be-published “Financial Freedom of a Lifetime.” Contact him at (518) 221-8043; jeff12levine@gmail.com

7. ==> Hiring Secrets: Why ‘Most Qualified’ Doesn’t Always Get the Job

The interview went well and your qualifications met the job description to a T. Despite your certainty that you were the most qualified candidate, you didn’t get the job. Why not? Get the surprising answer from Beverly Williams, the author of “Your GPS to Employment Success: How to Find and Succeed in the Right Job, and an employment professional, arbitrator, and former HR executive in both private and public sectors. She’ll explain why the most qualified person doesn’t always get the job and reveal the bigger picture that most of us miss when we are on the hunt for a new job so next time you’ll be better prepared. Williams is a partner at Wong Fleming PC in Princeton, N.J., where she specializes in labor and employment law. She also hosts the Your Employment Matters with Beverly Williams podcast. Williams earned an M.P.A. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a J.D. from Rutgers Law School. Contact Beverly Williams at (973) 576-5841; bwilliams@rtirguests.com

8. ==> The Future of Affirmative Action

Affirmative action came out of the civil rights movement as a means to address inequalities experienced by minorities. It became law through an executive order made by John F. Kennedy in 1961. With two upcoming cases challenging it before the Supreme Court, now is a good time to discuss affirmative action’s past and future with author Judith Mudd-Krijgelmans (pronounced Kray-gull-mans). Among the topics she can discuss are is affirmative action reverse discrimination? How effective has it been? Was it always controversial? Does it benefit everyone or just a few? Judith Mudd-Krijgelmans, a Fulbright Scholar, was one of the first Black women in the Foreign Service. A child of educators, she grew up in public housing in the Jim Crow South where Blacks were told they lived in a separate, but equal society. She is the author of “Flowers for Brother Mudd: One Woman’s Path from Jim Crow to Career Diplomat.” Contact Judith at (571) 568-8667; jmuddkrijgelmans@rtirguests.com

9. ==> The Unsung Heroine of the Underground Railroad

When you think of women who participated in the Underground Railroad the first name that comes to mind is Harriet Tubman. But there were others, of course, including Laura Smith Haviland, a petite, bonnet-wearing white Quaker who welcomed runaway slaves to her family farm in Michigan and was so successful at helping them reach freedom that she had a $3,000 bounty placed on her head. Interview Sheryl White, D.Min., an author and YouTube channel creator to find out more about Haviland’s life and the lessons we can learn from it that are applicable today. Dr. White’s work of historical fiction is “Underground Angel: The Life of Laura Smith Haviland.” Contact her at (620) 672-1596; sdw1001@gmail.com

10. ==> Is It too Late to Fix Our Broken Medical Model?

How flawed is the traditional medical model in the U.S.? Can we depend on it to keep us well or is that wishful thinking? Dr. Annalee Kitay minces no words: “If you are smart, you’ll stop relying on a system that is failing everyone. Instead, you’ll learn how to tap into your body’s amazing healing properties through noninvasive modalities.” Dr. Kitay can tell your audience how to do just that. Ask her: Did medicine fail us doing the pandemic? What can people do to protect themselves against communicable and other illnesses? Dr. Kitay has been in private practice for 30 years and trained in alternative protocols that aid the body in its natural recovery. She is one of the top practitioners of Neural Organization Technique and teaches the hands-on protocol to other doctors. She is a frequent guest on talk shows. Contact Annalee Kitay at (561) 462-4733; akitay@rtirguests.com

11. ==> Will Someone You Love Get Early-Onset Alzheimer’s?

The ravages of Alzheimer’s are not limited to the aged. In fact, thousands of relatively young people and their families will be affected by early-onset Alzheimer’s this year alone. Interview Carlen Maddux, author of “A Path Revealed,” about the journey he took with his late wife, Martha, after she was diagnosed at 50. Carlen has many insights to share about the first signs of the disease, and ultimately on caregiving, single parenting, learning about a memory-robbing illness with no cure, and what lifestyle changes and treatments gave his spouse additional quality years. Contact Carlen Maddux at (727) 351-8321; CMaddux@rtirguests.com

12. ==> The Best 5-Minute Way to Start Your Morning

Life has been tough for most of us lately and our collective mental health is showing the strain. Those are reasons enough to start every day off with the five-minute routine Rick Mc Daniel uses to begin each of his mornings. Invite Rick to share the one thing you need to do during this time and best of all, it requires little expense and no special expertise, or equipment. He’ll explain the simple concept anyone can embrace and answer any questions you have about it. Rick Mc Daniel is a writer, the host of the Point of Impact podcast, and the author of eight books. His latest is “This Is Living: Daily Inspiration to Live Your Faith.” Contact Rick at (804) 387-8321; rick@rickmcdaniel.com

13. ==> How to Protect Buildings As Storms Get Stronger

Scientists have been predicting stronger, deadlier storms for years and now recent weather patterns appear to be playing out the scenario. These catastrophic events are becoming more frequent and causing extensive damage to homes and property. Building expert George C. Keefe says there are ways to protect buildings — old and new — to help them withstand Mother Nature’s increasing fury. Invite Keefe to discuss how to fortify roofs and building exteriors and why strengthening exteriors before disaster strikes can not only save lives but also time and money spent on repairs. Keefe will share simple, effective methods of protecting people, buildings and the environment. George C. Keefe is a building consultant, author and contractor with over 40 years of experience. Contact Lydia Ng’etich at (800) 228-5507; ask@encasementguy.com

14. ==> Still Got ‘We Don’t Talk About Bruno’ Stuck In Your Head?

Have you ever wondered why you can’t get some songs out of your head? They become iconic earworms, like the Lin-Manuel Miranda-penned song from the Disney movie “Encanto.” Interview songwriter-pianist Dave Combs, who has written more than 120 songs including the earworm-worthy “Rachel’s Song,” and put out 15 albums. Combs’ can talk about why certain songs get stuck in our heads, and why so many of them are instrumental TV themes for such beloved shows as “Hawaii 5-0,” “The Office,” and “Jeopardy.” Combs’ compositions have been played millions of times on radio, satellite, and internet streaming media. He is the author of “Touched By the Music: How the Story and Music of Rachel’s Song Can Change Your Life.” Contact him at (336) 655-8320; dave@combsmusic.com

15. ==> Interview Comedian on New TV Series, ‘DisLabeled’

A few years ago, comedian Brian McCarthy’s eyesight suddenly started to fail. He rapidly lost most of his central vision and, along with it, a lifestyle he never thought to question. During this major personal upheaval, he poured his angst and triumphs into creating “DisLabeled,” a television series that follows Brian in his quest to understand and navigate his new reality. Brian brings his humor and edge to encounters with a broad range of disabled designers, activists, and technologists who share their innovative approaches to surviving and thriving in an ableist society while advocating for a more just and accessible future. “DisLabeled” airs on BRIC TV, an Emmy-winning, nonprofit cable television channel and digital network. Contact Jesse Metres at (646) 286-6589; jesse@strategicheights.com

01. Will Jackson Stabilize the High Court?
02. Biden’s ‘Test to Treat’ COVID Plan in Jeopardy
03. Oscar Fashion Isn’t Just for Women
04. New Documentary – Modern Church Fresco Inspires Hope
05. ‘The Latin King of Country Music’ is Still Alive
06. Russia, Ukraine and the KGB Banker
07. Inside Today’s Modern-Day Labor Movement
08. Will Quitting Your Job Make You Happier in the Post-Pandemic World?
09. This Guest Landed Her Dream Job in Her 60s
10. Ways to Cope with Lingering Pandemic Stress
11. Can Elephants Reverse Climate Change?
12. How to Turn Your Limiting Beliefs into Unlimited Potential
13. The 3 Types of Men Women Should Run from
14. The Essential Health Move Most People Miss
15. Rock Your Midlife: Advice from the Midlife Whisperer

1. ==> Will Jackson Stabilize the High Court?

Legal expert believes President Joe Biden could not have picked a better choice than Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson for the United States Supreme Court and he expects a swift confirmation. “In the world of law, credentials don’t get better than hers,” he says. “She also brings to the court experiences and perspectives the current justices lack.” Chermerinsky says, “Jackson has it all: keen intelligence, enormous experience, unquestionable integrity, a terrific judicial temperament and a vision of justice.” He adds, “Many will rightfully point out the fact that she won’t change the current ideological balance of the court by replacing Breyer. But if Jackson is still a justice in 2040 and 2050, she may be a stabilizing force on a very different court.” Erwin Chemerinsky is dean and Jesse H. Choper Distinguished Professor of Law at the University of California, Berkeley, School of Law. He is the author of “Presumed Guilty: How the Supreme Court Empowered the Police and Subverted Civil Rights.” Contact him at (310) 396-0731; echemerinsky@law.uci.edu or echemerinsky@law.berkeley.edu

2. ==> Biden’s ‘Test to Treat’ COVID Plan in Jeopardy

After a $15.6 billion funding bill collapsed in Congress this month, the Biden administration warned of devastating consequences to the pandemic mitigation efforts: an impending lack of boosters and variant-specific vaccines; an inability to purchase life-saving monoclonal antibody treatments; low testing capacity; and more. The “Washington Post” reports that without new funding, “key parts of the U.S. [COVID-19] response will need to be scaled back or halted.” Of particular concern is that the funding blockage has led to a delay in the Biden administration’s purchase of antiviral pills –– a key aspect of the president’s new “Test to Treat” initiative, in which Americans can get tested at a local pharmacy and receive immediate, free antiviral pills if their test is positive. But some practicing pharmacists and physicians, including Dr. Zackary Berger, have their own objections to the Test to Treat approach. Dr. Berger can explain the problems with the plan including who will administer the antiviral treatments and the risk of significant drug interactions. Zackary Berger M.D., Ph.D., is associate professor in the Johns Hopkins Division of General Internal Medicine and Core Faculty at the Johns Hopkins Berman Institute of Bioethics, with joint appointment in the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Contact him at zberger1@jhmi.edu; @DrZackaryBerger

3. ==> Oscar Fashion Isn’t Just for Women

One look at this year’s Oscar red carpet and you may have noticed more than a few men strutting their own fashion sense and breaking out of the conventional “penguin” tuxedo look. From a shirtless Timothy Chalamet to Andrew Garfield’s monochromatic ensemble and ‘Shang-Chi’ star Simu Liu’s bright red suit, there was a lot to take in. Invite men’s fashion expert Tim Beasley to discuss what worked, what didn’t, and how men today are embracing fashion on and off the red carpet. From business trends (like figuring out your job’s corporate culture and dress code to what not-to-wear when doing international business) to this season’s hottest menswear colors, Beasley will share how men can find their own style and feel confident in their fashion choices. Tim Beasley is a clothing connoisseur and tailor and the founder of the concierge custom clothing line Gent Row. Contact Adrienne Mazzone at (561) 908-1683; amazzone@transmediagroup.com

4. ==> New Documentary – Modern Church Fresco Inspires Hope

Fresco paintings are one of the oldest and most durable forms of artwork. As natural pigment is blended with wet plaster, the painting literally turns to stone and the stories are preserved for centuries. The new documentary “Theirs is The Kingdom” follows the creation of a contemporary fresco mural inside the sanctuary of a small church in Asheville, North Carolina. But unlike historical frescos that depict religious figures or political icons, this painting features people battling homelessness, addiction, and mental illness, those on the fringes of society whose stories are often marginalized and forgotten. Director Chris Zaluski says, “This story is about everyone, whatever someone might be battling, having space to be who they are – and celebrated for it. We hope the film, like the fresco itself, is able to inspire hope in whoever watches it.” Christopher Zaluski is an award-winning filmmaker, journalist, and assistant professor at Wake Forest University’s Documentary Film Program. “Theirs is The Kingdom” is being screened at film festivals around the country and will air on PBS on Sunday, April 17. Contact Lori Heiselman at Lori@docsologyfilms.com

5. ==> ‘The Latin King of Country Music’ is Still Alive

Despite internet rumors to the contrary, Johnny Rodriguez is alive and well. In fact, “The Latin King of Country Music” has been writing and recording new music during the pandemic. His new CD “Building Bridges,” includes two songs written by actor and singer/songwriter Dennis Quaid and a duet with two-time Grammy Award winner, Tanya Tucker. Johnny’s Latin-infused hits made him one of the most successful country singers of the ‘70s and ‘80s. His new memoir, “Desperado: My Story,” details his meteoric rise to fame and his plunge into personal despair. Invite him to talk about his arrival in Nashville, his friendships and adventures with country music’s biggest stars, and the missed opportunities and missteps he made along the way. Ask him: How did you get your life back on track? What was your relationship with Merle Haggard? How did you end up recording the Eagles’ song “Desperado”? Why did you turn down Elvis’ manager, Col. Parker? Contact Pauline Vega at (661) 387-3174; pvega@rtirguests.com

6. ==> Russia, Ukraine and the KGB Banker

Imagine what life would be like if the KGB was after you, threatening your life? And if you had no idea you were even taking them on at first? John Christmas does not have to imagine … he lived it. While heading up an international banking group, Christmas tried to expose fraud he uncovered without realizing that the bank in question was a KGB front. Fired for being a whistle-blower, he was threatened and terrorized and finally fled the country. Christmas is co-author of the geopolitical thriller KGB Banker, which is inspired by his story and takes place on the Russia/Ukraine border. Ask him: Why is your experience particularly relevant given today’s political environment? What happened to the players you exposed? Are you still in danger? Contact John Christmas at (514) 700-9015; jchristmas@rtirguests.com

7. ==> Inside Today’s Modern-Day Labor Movement

The United States is currently in the throes of one of the largest labor upheavals in decades. More than 100,000 unionized employees have overwhelmingly voted to authorize strikes, and workers in vastly different industries across the country — from automobiles and tractors and food products to newsrooms — have all recently headed to picket lines. Invite community and union organizer Daisy Pitkin to share an insider’s view of the modern-day labor movement. Pitkin has spent more than 20 years as a labor organizer, working to support U.S. industrial laundry workers and garment workers around the world. Her new book, “On the Line: A Story of Class, Solidarity, and Two Women’s Epic Fight to Build a Union,” chronicles the five-year campaign to bring a union to the dangerous industrial laundry factories of Phoenix, Arizona. Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137 (office); (703) 400-1099 (cell) or johanna@jrbcomm.com

8. ==> Will Quitting Your Job Make You Happier in the Post-Pandemic World?

The Great Resignation shows no signs of slowing, with millions of people standing up and saying, “I quit!” to jobs that don’t fit their lives anymore. Experts say the current labor shortage means workers can more easily change jobs, but Oreste D’Aversa, a life and business coach, corporate trainer, and interfaith minister, says if you’re quitting to be happier, you need a game plan before you hand in your resignation.
Invite the author of ”Life Beyond the Pandemic: A Practical New Journey Handbook” to share his revolutionary step-by-step blueprint to reinvent your life and thrive in the post-pandemic world. Ask him: What do most people get wrong about happiness, prosperity and money? What one thing can make the fastest impact in getting unstuck? Why are so many people feeling lost right now? Contact Oreste D’Aversa at (201) 949-3002; odaversa@rtirguests.com

9. ==> This Guest Landed Her Dream Job in Her 60s

Most people over 60 who wish to continue working fear age discrimination and a workforce that seems to favor younger employees. But Judy Balloff claims that’s nonsense. “I started a new career at age 64 in a job I had never done before, and I have made over half a million dollars at an age when many take social security,” she says. “Treat looking for a job like a job. Be open-minded about doing something with your skills that never occurred to you before.” Judy can share these and other tips for landing your dream job in your 50s, 60s, and beyond. She is a financial advisor and author of “365 Days of Abundance.” Contact her at (571) 568-8491; jballoff@rtirguests.com

10. ==> Ways to Cope with Lingering Pandemic Stress

Mask mandates are disappearing and some people have resumed traveling for pleasure. But even so, lingering pandemic anxiety goes on for substantial numbers of people who lost relatives and loved ones, lost jobs, are immunocompromised or whose livelihoods continue to be adversely impacted by the remnants of the pandemic. Dr. D. Terrence Foster says, “We all experience stress. However, the nature of stress is complex.” He’ll explain the impact of stress on the body as well as society as a whole and discuss how to create a stress management plan and dozens of ways to ease post-pandemic stress. D. Terrence Foster, M.D., is board-certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation as well as pain medicine. His new book is “The Stress Book: 40-Plus Ways to Manage Stress & Enjoy Your Life.” Contact him at (404) 514-6333;
INFO@DTERRENCEFOSTER.COM

11. ==> Can Elephants Reverse Climate Change?

People the world over have a deep affection for elephants. But did you know that they could help save the planet? “Not only are elephants adorable, super-loving and brilliant, they are also important ecosystem engineers,” says author and animal/environmental advocate Georja Umano. “They are so large that rain in an elephant’s footprint can create a microsystem that can provide a home for tadpoles and other organisms. The effects of their movements in both savannahs and forests help restore and maintain the balance of nature.” Georja can share why it’s so important to protect this endangered species, and other fascinating pachyderm facts, as well as her experiences living in Kenya. She is the author of “Terrier in the Jungle.” Contact her at (213) 568-1764; gumano@rtirguests.com

12. ==> How to Turn Your Limiting Beliefs into Unlimited Potential

Everyone has negative self-beliefs that hold them back from reaching their potential. But did you know that you can use these “limiting” beliefs to your advantage? Confidence-building expert Raj Girn can explain how she built a corporate and celebrity network because she felt no one would hire her as a single mother with no journalism or business degrees or personal connections. Ask her: what gave you the chutzpah to go out on your own? How did you turn your limitations into assets? What advice do you have for other people who lack confidence? A media celebrity in Canada who has been featured in “The Wall Street Journal” and “Globe and Mail,” and on FOX and CBS, Raj is an internationally best-selling author whose blog attracts 500,000 unique monthly visitors. She also publishes a weekly newsletter with over 100,000 subscribers and has a combined social media network of over 1 million. She runs The Open Chest Confidence Academy. Contact Raj Girn at (647) 490-3158; Rgirn@rtirguests.com

13. ==> The 3 Types of Men Women Should Run from

Women often overlook major red flags in their quest for romantic love. According to Arnoux Goran, the obvious ones are liars, mama’s boys and sociopaths. However, women also need to focus inward to stop attracting jerks in the first place. “Dating without permanently erasing your baggage from your previous relationships is like trying to swim with rocks tied to your ankles,” he says. Arnoux adds that we must first overcome any childhood trauma to form healthy relationships, and he will show audiences how. He created the Goran Technique online and live courses and is the author of three upcoming books including “The Goran Technique.” Contact Arnoux at (878) 203-8231; AGoran@rtirguests.com

14. ==> The Essential Health Move Most People Miss

When it comes to your health and your family’s you could be overlooking something lifesaving. That’s the message of Anne McAwley-LeDuc, who will reveal why it isn’t enough to see physicians regularly, stick to a healthful diet and exercise program, take prescription medicines correctly and avoid bad habits like smoking and excessive drinking. Anne will offer advice and answer questions about the missing ingredient most families fail to utilize: keeping accurate health histories and records. A sought-after speaker and media guest, Anne (the award-winning author of “Personal Health Organizer”) will reveal the importance of maintaining key information about every doctor visit, procedure and treatment, vaccination, and prescription for all family members. Contact her at (860) 300- 603; AMcAwley@rtirguests.com

15. ==> Rock Your Midlife: Advice from the Midlife Whisperer

Over 2 million women in the U.S. enter menopause each year and Dr. Ellen Albertson says it’s time they let go of their old beliefs and make room for what could be the most magnificent phase of life. Scientists used to think that the brain did not change once we reached adulthood. We now know that the brain experiences neuroplasticity, which means our brain grows, changes and develops throughout our lifetime. Dr. Ellen will share the seven steps to thrive and discuss ways to outsmart and change your brain, whether you’re dealing with weight gain, sedentary living, depression, isolation, or midlife burnout. Ellen Albertson Ph.D., is a psychologist, registered dietitian, board-certified health and wellness coach, mindful self-compassion teacher, and the author of “Rock Your Midlife: 7 Steps to Transform Yourself and Make Your Next Chapter Your Best Chapter.” She has appeared on CBS and NBC News, The Food Network, and “EXTRA” and been quoted in “Psychology Today,” “Forbes,” and “Eating Well.” Contact her at (802) 497-7222; ellen@drellenalbertson.com

01. Judging Jackson’s Judicial Record
02. Ukraine War Triggers Memories for Holocaust Survivor
03. Women Driving Today’s Modern-Day Labor Movement
04. What Will Permanent Daylight Savings Time Do to Your Body?
05. Wines to Celebrate Springtime, and the End of COVID!
06. How Much Longer Will America Have Democracy?
07. What You Still Don’t Know about the Underground Railroad
08. Why the Most Qualified Person Doesn’t Always Get the Job
09. Should Parents Refuse to Let Their Child Take Certain Majors?
10. ‘Couples Whisperer’ Helps Opposites Understand Each Other
11. Do Thoughts and Prayers Really Work?
12. Are You Too Sensitive? You May Be an Empath
13. 3 Surprising Ways to Lessen Pain
14. What School Children Need Now More Than Ever
15. How to Soul-Search Your Way to Greater Happiness

1.==> Judging Jackson’s Judicial Record

The Senate Judiciary Committee’s hearings on Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s nomination to the Supreme Court have begun and many wonder whether Republicans will step up attacks during the proceedings. Marjorie Cohn notes that Jackson, who is currently a judge serving on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, was confirmed to that position by a Senate vote of 53 to 44 just last year. And that all 50 Democratic senators and three GOP senators — Susan Collins of Maine, Lisa Murkowski of Alaska and Lindsey Graham of South Carolina — voted for her. Cohn can discuss Jackson’s record as a public defender as well as her opinions on the D.C. Circuit Court, including those involving Donald Trump and his administration. Marjorie Cohn is professor emerita at Thomas Jefferson School of Law and former president of the National Lawyers Guild. Contact her at marjorielegal@gmail.com; @marjoriecohn

2. ==> Ukraine War Triggers Memories for Holocaust Survivor

Eighty-two-year-old Karmela Waldman is usually an atypical, hilarious, potty-mouthed, marriage therapist turned “shock jock” (picture Dr. Ruth on ‘Roids) on her podcast, Surviving the Survivor. But the images coming out of Ukraine have triggered vivid memories of her childhood when at just five years old she was separated from her parents as the Nazis invaded Europe. Hear how, when an ominous knock came at the family’s front door, she ran on foot and was hidden by a nun in an all-boys Catholic school until it was safe to re-emerge more than eight months later. Karmela was reunited with her mother, but her father was taken to the Auschwitz gas chamber. As a Holocaust survivor, Karmela will share the parallels between her experience and the atrocities the world is now watching in real time. She can also discuss how she’s been struck by the similarities in Ukraine’s architecture and destruction today and that of Hungary burning in the 1940s, the unthinkable attacks against children, and the irony that in 1945 the Russians were the liberators. Karmela Waldman co-hosts the podcast Surviving the Survivor with her son, Joel, an Emmy award-winning broadcast journalist. Contact Adrienne Mazzone at (561) 908-1683;
amazzone@transmediagroup.com

3. ==> Women Driving Today’s Modern-Day Labor Movement

The United States is currently in the throes of one of the largest labor upheavals in decades, and women are a driving force. More than 100,000 unionized employees have overwhelmingly voted to authorize strikes, and workers in vastly different industries across the country —from automobiles and tractors and food products to newsrooms —have all recently headed to picket lines. Invite community and union organizer Daisy Pitkin to share an insider’s view of the modern-day labor movement. Pitkin has spent more than 20 years as a labor organizer, working to support U.S. industrial laundry workers and garment workers around the world. Her new book, “On the Line: A Story of Class, Solidarity, and Two Women’s Epic Fight to Build a Union,” chronicles the five-year campaign to bring a union to the dangerous industrial laundry factories of Phoenix, Arizona. Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137 (office); (703) 400-1099 (cell) or johanna@jrbcomm.com

4. ==> What Will Permanent Daylight Savings Time Do to Your Body?

Senators caught most of America by surprise last week when they unanimously passed a bill that would make daylight saving time permanent nationwide. The Sunshine Protection Act’s unanimous passage in the Senate indicates wide support for never having to turn the nation’s clocks back again. How will keeping daylight saving time impact your body? Fitness and nutrition expert Christine Hronec says it will help keep your body’s circadian rhythms in balance, and much more. Learn how it could regulate your appetite, lower your risk of a heart attack and even improve your mental health. Christine Hronec is an award-winning chemist and three-time champion fitness competitor, nutrition, and exercise expert. Her YouTube channel has more than 25 million views. Her new book is “Unlock Your Macro Type.” Contact Ryan McCormick at (516) 901-1103 (call or text)

5. ==> Wines to Celebrate Springtime, and the End of COVID!

Caught between snow and ice and hiding from COVID; and long and sunny days with heat, humidity, and the chance to finally get out and reconnect, what’s a wine lover to do? Let wine expert Jim Laughren, CWE, help your audience find the wines to match the season. As he says, spring is a time of promise and renewal and a whole slew of gorgeous wines are just waiting to reflect those sentiments and cheer the waning pandemic. Ask him what wines he is most looking forward to imbibing this spring? Is it safe to start revisiting wineries? What are the best wines for those long-delayed family celebrations? Jim is the author of multiple award-winning books on wine including two short eBooks, “The 15-Minute Guide to Red Wine” and “The 15-Minute Guide to White Wine.” He has appeared on radio and TV around the country and is always an entertaining guest. Contact Jim Laughren at (954) 317-9623; JLaughren@rtirguests.com

6. ==> How Much Longer Will America Have Democracy?

Many Americans feel their freedoms are being infringed upon. Lockdowns, mask and vaccination mandates were the mechanisms that brought our attention to the fact that our liberties are being eroded. This is a mere glimpse into the future, says conservative commentator Tamara Lashchyk, who warns that continued government infringement under the guise of “public health” and “the greater good” will result in the end of a free society. She says electronic passports are a step toward consolidating all citizen information with one technology that, incidentally, is the same one China used to enforce its “one-child” policy and administer a social credit score. A new effort is now underway to implement a “programmable” digital currency in countries such as Canada and the UK that will control how citizens spend their money. Tamara says, “We are headed towards an authoritarian world!” Tamara has been interviewed by the BBC and featured in Huffington Post and co-hosts “The Bo Peep Podcast” which probes the answers to questions that we are afraid to ask. A career coach, author, and former Wall Street executive, she recently ran for the New York State Assembly. Contact Tamara Lashchyk at (848) 373-3543; TLashchyk@rtirguests.com

7. ==> What You Still Don’t Know about the Underground Railroad

When you think of women who participated in the Underground Railroad the first name that comes to mind is Harriet Tubman. But there were others, of course, including Laura Smith Haviland, a petite, bonnet-wearing white Quaker who welcomed runaway slaves to her family farm in Michigan and was so successful at helping them reach freedom that she had a $3,000 bounty placed on her head. Interview Sheryl White, D.Min., an author and YouTube channel creator, to find out more about Haviland’s life and the lessons we can learn from it that are applicable today. Dr. White’s work of historical fiction is “Underground Angel: The Life of Laura Smith Haviland.” Contact her at (620) 672-1596; sdw1001@gmail.com

8. ==> Why the Most Qualified Person Doesn’t Always Get the Job

The interview went well and your qualifications met the job description to a T. Despite your certainty that you were the most qualified candidate, you didn’t get the job. Why not? Get the surprising answer from Beverly Williams, the author of “Your GPS to Employment Success: How to Find and Succeed in the Right Job,” and an employment professional, arbitrator, and former HR executive in both private and public sectors. She’ll explain why the most qualified person doesn’t always get the job and reveal the bigger picture that most of us miss when we are on the hunt for a new job so next time, you’ll be better prepared. Williams is a partner at Wong Fleming PC in Princeton, N.J., where she specializes in labor and employment law. She also hosts the Your Employment Matters with Beverly Williams podcast. Williams earned an M.P.A. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a J.D. from Rutgers Law School. Contact Beverly Williams at (973) 576-5841; bwilliams@rtirguests.com

9. ==> Should Parents Refuse to Let Their Child Take Certain Majors?

Even at public universities tuition costs a small fortune, one that will be paid either by parents or the graduates themselves in the form of school debt. With that in mind, should parents who have more life experience, have a say when it comes to allowing their child to major in things like gender studies, communications, art, culture, philosophy and other majors that don’t have a direct path to highly paid work after graduation? “Absolutely! A cost/benefit analysis has to be made!” says former college professor Glen Dunzweiler, the author of two books including “A Degree in Homelessness? Entrepreneurial Skills For Students.” Ask him what else does college give you besides debt? What can parents do to help their kids thrive after college? Glen is an independent filmmaker and the host of the YouTube series Difficult Questions with Glen Dunzweiler. His documentary, “yHomeless,” can be seen on Amazon Prime. Contact Glen Dunzweiler at (702) 703-2219; GDunzweiler@rtirguests.com

10. ==> ‘Couples Whisperer’ Helps Opposites Understand Each Other

Did you know that there are 22 pairs of opposite behaviors that can trip couples up? This complexity explains why many couples have different versions of the same fights repeatedly but never seem to know it. For example … he wants to direct things his way but she needs to collaborate. She ignores her partner’s need for meticulous plans and embraces spontaneous change. Or he needs to keep to “just the facts” while his partner must share feelings. Join Chris Shaver — The Couples Whisperer — as he shares stories that illustrate a better way for couples to relate and navigate the opposites that can both attract and repel. Chris Shaver is a motivational psychology expert and creator of the Better Way to Relate Program that is based on a professional-grade assessment that’s been used for 71 years for 50 million assessments. Contact Chris at (610) 417-5342; chris@marriagecure.com

11. ==> Do Thoughts and Prayers Really Work?

Offering those who are suffering “thoughts and prayers” may seem like a hollow platitude. But according to successful Realtor and author Valentina Tjan, this actually works. “When the going gets tough, just get excited,” she says. “I am living proof that one can successfully have physical, mental, spiritual and financial health by thinking positively at any given moment. Kindness and the attitude of gratitude can turn pains into gains. This actually helps your body to secrete the feel-good hormones endorphins.” Valentina can share how living mindfully, changing our thoughts followed by specific actions and prayer can have miraculous results in all aspects of life. She is the author of “The Best is Yet to Come: Real Life Journey to Riches to Inspire You to Wisdom and Wealth.” Contact her at (647) 493-1694; vphoey@rtirguests.com

12. ==> Are You Too Sensitive? You May Be an Empath

Have you ever been told you’re “too sensitive” or felt an instant connection with a complete stranger? Alicia McBride says you may be an empath — someone just like her who represents a safe space for people they encounter but may struggle on some level with this “superpower.” She says, “Empaths have superpowers, and once you step into yours and embrace your gifts, you become who you were meant to be. You realize you are not ‘too sensitive’ and don’t need to ‘toughen up.’ You no longer feel exhausted, drained, and overwhelmed. You understand you are not alone. Life suddenly makes sense.” McBride can discuss the connection between narcissists and empaths, what her life was like before she knew anything about empaths, and why so many empaths feel so alone. Alicia McBride is the internationally best-selling author of “I Feel Too Much: A How-to Guide for the Beginner Empath” and her latest book, “The Empath Effect: Powerful Stories of Love, Courage & Transformation.” Contact her at (484) 369-1464; healinglightempath@gmail.com

13. ==> 3 Surprising Ways to Lessen Pain

Living with chronic pain is no fun and was even less so during the pandemic when care was restricted and stress levels were through the roof. Why not help make listeners’ lives more comfortable by interviewing Trevor Campbell, M.D., who can share tips for controlling stress, managing negative thoughts, and paying attention to the story they tell their friends and family members about their illnesses, all things that can lead to lessening pain? Ask him how can what we are thinking affect our pain levels? How can people feel less stressed when they hurt? Dr. Campbell is a family physician who has worked in multidisciplinary pain management and opioids reduction programs and has served as a medical director for a leading pain management provider in Western Canada. He graduated from the University of Cape Town. He hosts the holistic “Healthscape” podcast. Dr. Campbell’s book is “The Language of Pain: Fast Forward Your Recovery to Stop Hurting.” Contact Trevor Campbell at (250) 217-7832; tcampbell@rtirguests.com

14. ==> What School Children Need Now More Than Ever

As a result of the pandemic, many students are behind in school. Long-time educator Lori Lynn Ahrends points out that the pressure to catch up is taking a tremendous toll on students. “If we aren’t careful about what we say, and how we move forward, we run the risk of children feeling ‘less than,’ insecure, and turning off to school altogether,” she says. “We simply can’t shove skills down their throats.” Lori Lynn suggests that we should treat learning as a journey, not a destination, and encourage children to believe in themselves. She is an award-winning educator and international speaker with a master’s in education; a singer/songwriter; creator of the Overall Buddies early childhood learning website and author of the children’s book “I’m a Pig.” Contact Lori Lynn at (402) 235-4292; lahrends@rtirguests.com

15. ==> How to Soul-Search Your Way to Greater Happiness

Most of us would give anything to be happier. But do we really need other people to tell us how to get there or is it an inside job? Fatima Bustos-Choy, Ph.D., author of “More Than Money: Five Paths to Abundance and Success for Inner-Centered Entrepreneurs,” says, “I believe each of us has this inner voice that knows more than we ever know, sees more than we ever see, and from this inner knowing, speaks to us, guides us to our True North.” She’ll explain how to hear and trust our inner wisdom as well as why many entrepreneurs start businesses to set themselves free but end up enslaved by them. Ask her how can people use their heart, mind, body, and soul to discover what will make them happy? Fatima is a whole-life and well-being coach, a former holistic wellness center owner, and headmaster with more than 25 years of corporate experience as a former director of learning and development for Citibank California. She is a founder of Inner-centered Consulting: Making a Difference from the Inside Out. Reach her at (818) 209-3775; fbustoschoy@gmail.com