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02/08/18 RTIR E-zine: Stock Market, China’s Future, DNA Testing

February 8, 2018

01. Stock Market News – Good? Bad? Neither!
02. Harsh Words for White Women Who Support Trump
03. Malcolm X – The Lost Tapes
04. Gung Hay Fat Choy! The Year of the Dog
05. AIDS in America is a Black Disease
06. Lovebirds with Wrinkles: Late Bloomers
07. Should Your Valentine Pass a Personality Test?
08. Finding Your Roots? DNA Testing’s Shortcomings
09. Starting this Month: The IRS Can Take Your Passport!
10. The Gig Economy and the New Tax Law
11. Get Ready to Live on Only $1369 a Month
12. Is a Deadlier Flu on the Way?
13. Leftovers: Women Shaping China’s Future
14. The Ultimate Underdog
15. When Grown Kids Can’t Fly the Coop
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1. ==> Stock Market News – Good? Bad? Neither!

Josh Bivens says we shouldn’t panic about Monday’s
stock market plunge, and Tuesday’s rebound doesn’t
matter either. He says what matters is understanding
the vast chasm between Wall Street and Main Street.
“Whatever stocks do in the coming week or month, the
fact is that the economic agenda of President Trump and
his Republican allies is destined to fail the wage-
earner over the long run. The more time and attention
we all spend obsessing over growth in wages and the
less we do over growth in stock prices, the smarter
economic policy would get.” Bivens says boosting
stocks by attacking the economic power of American
workers isn’t just a betrayal of populist promises made
over the past year by Trump, it’s also bad economics.
Josh Bivens is the research director at the Economic
Policy Institute in Washington, DC. He is a
macroeconomist who has written extensively about
inequality, including as a co-author of the “State of
Working America.” Contact Dan Crawford at (202)
775-8810; dcrawford@epi.org or Liz Rose at
lrose@epi.org.

2. ==> Harsh Words for White Women Who Support Trump

A majority of white women ? 53 percent ? voted for
Donald Trump. In fact, the majority of white women have
voted Republican for decades, but sociologist Jesse
Daniels says the white women in the Trump
administration are using their considerable, albeit
provisional, power to drive the country into a ditch
and don’t deserve the benefit of your doubt. “It’s hard
for us to grasp the idea that white women are culpable,
because it doesn’t fit the widespread culture image of
us as benevolent, peaceful and nurturing. These
assumptions allow white women to behave in ways that
materially harm non-white people, without being held
accountable,” says Daniels. “As we look for
explanations for this presidency, and all the
destruction it has wrought, we must hold white women
accountable for their active role in our collective
misery.” Jessie Daniels is a professor of sociology at
Hunter College and The Graduate Center, CUNY, and the
author of the forthcoming book “Tweetstorm: The Rise of
the ‘Alt-Right’ and the Mainstreaming of White
Nationalism.” Contact her at jdaniels@hunter.cuny.edu;
@jessienyc

3. ==> Malcolm X – The Lost Tapes

Award-winning documentary filmmaker Tom Jennings’
latest film, ‘The Lost Tapes: Malcolm X,’ provides a
unique perspective on the legendary and controversial
civil rights activist. Airing on the Smithsonian
Channel during Black History Month, the film relives
Malcolm’s pivotal years with never-before-seen footage
and audio tapes, including recordings made on the day
of his assassination. Tom can discuss how the film
presents insight into Malcolm X using media reports
from the time, and the moments that ultimately shaped
his legacy as one of the most important figures of the
civil rights movement. Contact John Angelo at
john@premieretv.com

4. ==> Gung Hay Fat Choy! The Year of the Dog

The Chinese New Year begins February 16th and is
traditionally marked with elaborate parades, fireworks
and dragon dancers, but you need not be Chinese to
celebrate. 2018 is the year of the Earth Dog and people
who are born this year will be serious, good
communicators and excellent employees. Carlyn Montes De
Oca, an author, animal advocate and human health
expert, says even if you don’t believe in Chinese
astrology, you can still celebrate the Year of the Dog
with your furry friend. From helping us get fit to
unplugging and learning to be in the moment, Carlyn
will share the ways dogs are the best health and
wellness gurus we have! Carlyn Montes de Oca is the
author of “Dog as My Doctor, Cat as My Nurse: An Animal
Lover’s Guide to a Healthy, Happy & Extraordinary
Life.” Contact her at (415) 306-1853;
cmdo@animalhumanhealth.com

5. ==> AIDS in America is a Black Disease

Yesterday was National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day but
you probably didn’t know it. Many believe the AIDS
epidemic is over, but Phill Wilson says nothing could
be further from the truth, especially for black
Americans. “Black communities disproportionately bear
the brunt of the HIV/AIDS epidemic in America. Almost
half of all new HIV diagnoses in the U.S. in 2016
occurred within the black community alone. These
numbers are alarming on their own but carry additional
weight when considering black Americans make up only
about 12 percent of the total U.S. population.” Wilson,
president and CEO of the Black AIDS Institute, says “We
have the diagnostic, surveillance, treatment and
biomedical prevention tools necessary to eradicate our
country of this disease. We cannot end the HIV/AIDS
epidemic in America if we don’t address the unique ways
this disease affects the black community.” Contact him
at (213) 353-3610; PhillWilson@BlackAIDS.org

6. ==> Lovebirds with Wrinkles: Late Bloomers

Jerry Seinfeld was 45. Gloria Steinman was 66. Both are
examples of people who married for the first time later
in life and there are plenty of examples of celebrities
who found love the second or third time around as they
aged: David Letterman, George Clooney, and James
Brolin, for instance. This Valentine’s Day, why not do
an unusual show on late bloomers who found love and
ways being older and more mature can make it easier to
find your soul mate and your own soul? Barbara Plasker,
an expert on late bloomers who says being a late
bloomer in love is a good thing, will be your guide.
Plasker is the author of “Simple Ways to Transform Your
Life: Lessons Learned by a Late Bloomer” and the
ultimate late bloomer who earned her master’s degree in
industrial design when she was 40 and her doctorate in
adult education at 56. Contact her at (845) 368-4413;
barbaraplasker@live.com

7. ==> Should Your Valentine Pass a Personality Test?

Meeting eligible singles is a cinch – just use dating
apps or websites. But meeting someone with that special
spark is just the beginning. Dr. Sarah E. Brown says
finding a life mate is akin to hiring the right
employee. Using the same process and questions used in
screening a job applicant will help you answer
important questions. Do you share common interests?
Will your personality complement theirs? What strengths
and traits will each candidate bring to your life?
Sarah says that adding a personality test will further
minimize the guesswork and unpleasant surprises that
may arise in a fledgling relationship. It helps
couples decide whether their relationship is going
somewhere – or if they’re just spinning their wheels.
After all, romance is a serious business, and you’ve
got to carefully screen anyone vying to become your
partner. Using the same tools businesses use to build
successful teams in their workforce, anyone can find
the right match for their own interests, strengths, and
personality needs so they can fulfill themselves at
home and work, in both career and relationships. Ask
Sarah how she met her husband! Contact Dr. Sarah E.
Brown at (302) 521-9739 or sarah@bookofyou.com.

8. ==> Finding Your Roots? DNA Testing’s Shortcomings

Millions of people have already had their DNA tested to
find out about their ancestry, an indication of how
strong the urge is to link ourselves to our forebears.
Robb Lucy is one of them, learning that he is mostly
Irish but also 20 percent south Asian with dashes of
African, Italian, Grecian and Scandinavian thrown in.
And while it is cool to know that, he asserts that DNA
testing only takes us so far; it does not reveal the
stories of our ancestors, who they were or the kind of
lives they led. Robb is on a mission to leave his own
descendants, and yours, with a more complete picture of
who we were. He’ll explain how to leave a digital life
story that will educate your progeny hundreds of years
from now. He calls this legacy building “DNA
digitality.” A journalist, writer and producer, Robb
Lucy is the author of the “How Will You Be Remembered:
A Guide to Creating and Enjoying Your Legacies Now.”
Contact him at (604) 874-7700; rlucy@createmylegacy.com

9. ==> Starting this Month: The IRS Can Take Your
Passport!

The IRS is rolling out a program this month to take
passports for all taxpayers who owe more than $51,000.
But you need your passport to travel and when you start
a job to prove your identity. Are you a potential
candidate for IRS revocation? What do you do? Let tax
pro Abby Eisenkraft, author of “101 Ways to Stay Off
the IRS Radar” and “Combat Tax-Related Identity Theft”
educate your audience on what the IRS is doing, how
they work with the State Department, and how you can
get help. Frequently quoted by the press, she is one of
the leading experts on IRS problems and how to avoid
them. Contact her at (347) 598-0111;
abby@RealLifeTaxAdvice.com

10. ==> The Gig Economy and the New Tax Law

According to a study by LinkedIn, 43 percent of the U.S
workforce will do some form of freelancing by 2020.
This includes Uber drivers, multi-level marketing
distributors, and online sellers as well as various
service providers. Even though the new tax law has many
provisions favorable to small businesses, many in the
gig economy could lose their deductions. Certified
public accountant Lisa London says the IRS may consider
a business a “hobby” and therefore, the related
deductions would be disallowed. She’ll explain steps
you must take to be considered a for-profit business
including accurate record-keeping and business and
marketing plans. London has been a CPA for three
decades and specializes in assisting small businesses,
nonprofits and churches. She has been quoted in U.S.
News and World Report and featured on national and
local media. She’s the author of “The Accountant Beside
You” series of resources and “BANISH Your Bookkeeping
Nightmares-The Go-To Guide for the Self-Employed to
Save Money, Reduce Frustration, and Satisfy the IRS.”
Contact her at (919) 770-3746;
lisalondon@lisalondoncpa.com

11. ==> Get Ready to Live on Only $1369 a Month

Imagine the nightmare of reaching retirement age only
to discover that basically overnight you’ll have to
live on only $1,369 each month because you never
bothered to save for retirement. That amount is the
average monthly Social Security check received by 42
million retired workers in the U.S. as of June 2017.
That’s only $16,428 a year! Chartered retirement
planning counselor Rodger Alan Friedman, CRPC®, can
tell your audience the simple steps they can take now
to make sure this doesn’t happen to them. Learn how
just a few small adjustments to your current spending
habits can make the difference between living
comfortably in retirement and struggling to make ends
meet. He’s the author of The Mindset of Retirement
Success: 7 Winning Strategies to Change Your Life.
Friedman has been featured by magazines and radio
stations nationwide. Contact him at (844) 3MY-PLAN
(NY); Rodger@RodgeronRetirement.com

12. ==> Is a Deadlier Flu on the Way?

You’ve heard that this year’s flu is hitting people
hard and that the vaccine has not been effective. But
the real danger of a flu like we are experiencing goes
beyond the very real impact on everyone who’s catching
it, says Dr. Robin Burk. The greater danger is that a
small mutation might lead to a reprise of the deadly
Spanish Flu pandemic of 100 years ago that is believed
to have killed as many as 50 million people all over
the world, in some cases just a few hours after
symptoms developed. This year’s version of the virus is
particularly apt to morph, and also causes serious
symptoms in a lot of people. Even so, she says we can
interrupt the virus’s spread and lower the chances of
an even deadlier version of flu emerging next year. Dr.
Burk managed research at the Defense Threat Reduction
(counter WMD) Agency that addresses this issue. She’ll
talk about what research has to say about using even a
partially-effective vaccine and what other steps you
can take today. Dr. Burk is the author of “Check Your
Connections: How to Thrive in an Uncertain World” and
can be reached at (703) 346.4448;
robin.kowalchuk.burk@gmail.com

13. ==> Leftovers: Women Shaping China’s Future

What’s life like for young women in China today?
American journalist Roseann Lake will share what she
found about the lives of Chinese women. Combining her
historical and demographic research along with scores
of touching/often humorous real-life anecdotes from
colleagues and friends you’ll learn about the culture
in China and hear stories of desperate mothers hacking
their daughters’ dating profiles to secure a quick
proposal. Known as ‘leftovers’ if they fail to marry by
age twenty-five, these women represent a China in which
gender roles have not evolved as vigorously as society
itself, and where new professional opportunities have
made women less willing to compromise their careers or
concede to marriage for the sake of it. Roseann Lake is
The Economist’s Cuba correspondent. She was previously
based in Beijing, where she worked for five years as a
television reporter and journalist. Her new book is
“Leftover in China: The Women Shaping the World’s Next
Superpower.” Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703)
646-5137 or Megan Bonomo at (703) 646-5188.

14. ==> The Ultimate Underdog

Sue Pighini can identify with the Philadelphia Eagles.
She has overcome considerable challenges to get where
she is and is not averse to taking risks. She’s come
back from being struck by lightning, held up at
gunpoint and facing down cancer. She’s literally been
through hell and has the stories and lessons to show
for it … and wisdom that will inspire your audience
members to live more fully and joyfully from this point
on. Sue’s book, “Expect the Extraordinary,” has won
several book awards, the latest from the Soul Bridge
Awards in Europe. Reach her at (941) 685-7159 or
sue@SuePighini.com

15. ==> When Grown Kids Can’t Fly the Coop

By some accounts, 40% of young Americans now live at
home with their parents. Long gone are the days of
moving out on your own after college, which means the
average family nest is staying fuller, longer, which
isn’t necessarily a good thing! Invite psychologist
Kevin Fall to discuss how parents and their grown kids
can survive without screaming, what to do when your
young adult isn’t motivated to move out, and how his
own son went from high school drop-out, felon, and
suicidal teen to a college graduate, loving dad, and
thriving professional with a clean record. Dr. Kevin
Fall is an award-winning speaker, author, psychologist,
and leading expert on human connection. He and his son,
Austin, now work to help parents reconnect with and
inspire their troubled teens. Their book “How to Get
Your Son Back: 7 Steps to Reconnect and Repair Your
Relationship” shares lessons they learned in repairing
their own relationship that could help other parents do
the same. Contact Austin Fall (913) 208-7075;
Austin@LifeDoctor.com

02/06/18 RTIR Newsletter: Lasting Love, Medical Marijuana, Flu Remedies

February 6, 2018

01. High Court to PA GOP – Redraw Districts Now
02. It’s Hard to Lose: Grief Counseling for Pats Fans
03. ‘Ash vs Evil Dead’ Star on New Starz Season
04. Lasting Love: Secrets to a Happy Marriage
05. Sexpert Says Selfishness = Sizzling Sex
06. Why Give Your Valentine a Personality Test?
07. What’s Galentine’s Day? Only the Best Day of the Year!
08. Spend Valentine’s Day … with Your Dog
09. Got the Flu? Must-Have Natural Remedies
10. She Was a Fly on the Wall at the Watergate Hearings
11. Why are Docs Still Ignorant About Medical Marijuana?
12. ‘The Sky is Falling!’ No, Seriously This Time!
13. How to Avoid (and Survive) the Worst of the Worst
14. Are You Feeding Your Dog Wrong?
15. Doomsday Clock and Bible Prophecy: Do They Agree?
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1. ==> High Court to PA GOP – Redraw Districts Now

Top Republican lawmakers in Pennsylvania suffered
another defeat on Monday when the U.S. Supreme Court
denied their request to delay drawing a new
congressional map ahead of the 2018 midterm elections.
The Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law,
which filed an amicus brief in the case, issued a
recent report, Extreme Maps, that identified
Pennsylvania’s congressional map as easily one of the
most egregious partisan gerrymanders of the decade.
Invite Michael Li, senior counsel in the Brennan
Center’s Democracy Program, to discuss the case, other
states with gerrymandering issues, and what’s at stake
in the upcoming mid-term elections. The Brennan Center
for Justice at NYU School of Law is a nonpartisan law
and policy institute. Contact Naren Daniel at (646)
292-8381; naren.daniel@nyu.edu.

2. ==> It’s Hard to Lose: Grief Counseling for Pats Fans

Philadelphia fans may need some help directing their
Super Bowl enthusiasm, but Patriots’ fans aren’t used
to losing. They may not have been counting on Sunday’s
win, but they didn’t really think about how they’d feel
if they lost. 30-year grief counselor, comedian and
professor Sheila Collins will help fans deal with their
disappointment and loss and help them avoid thinking
and behaving like a Loser. According to Dr. Collins,
“Losing doesn’t make you a Loser. How you respond sets
you up for either post-traumatic stress or post-
traumatic growth.” She’ll reveal what to do and NOT do
when your hopes are dashed by your favorite team.
Sheila Collins PhD, is the author of “Warrior Mother:
Fierce Love, Unbearable Loss and Rituals that Heal” and
the upcoming book, “The Art of Grieving.” Contact her
at (817) 706-4967

3. ==> ‘Ash vs Evil Dead’ Star on New Starz Season

Dana DeLorenzo plays “moody wild child” Kelly Maxwell
on the Starz hit series Ash vs Evil Dead. Based on the
classic cult film of the same name, the show is about
to enter its third season. Invite DeLorenzo to talk
about the new season, why fans love the show, or maybe
about her life as producer on a nationally syndicated
morning radio show for a number of years. A native of
Ohio, DeLorenzo has had roles in films such as A Very
Harold & Kumar 3D Christmas and The Mad Ones. Her TV
credits include Barely Famous, Sullivan & Son,
Workaholics, 2 Broke Girls, Californication and The
Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson. Contact John
Angelo at john@premieretv.com.

4. ==> Lasting Love: Secrets to a Happy Marriage

As Valentine’s Day approaches, invite Chris Galluccio,
author of “My Happy Marriage,” to share the two most
important things most couples don’t do to strengthen
their relationship. He’ll discuss why couples need to
set goals for their relationship, including ways they’d
like to improve and who they’d like to be. He says,
“We’re quick to set goals in terms of our health,
career, finances and travel. But we rarely take the
time to write down and think about how we’d like our
relationships to evolve and grow.” Galluccio will talk
about ways to grow in your relationship and reveal the
one single thing you can do to make your marriage a
happier one. Chris Galluccio is the author of “My Happy
Marriage, 10 Ideas to Grow and Strengthen Your
Relationships” and the founder of
ThoughtsWordsActions.com, where he shares his life
experiences, helping people help themselves. Contact
him at (732) 567-5411; livnocean2@yahoo.com

5. ==> Sexpert Says Selfishness = Sizzling Sex

What’s the secret to great sex? The answer might
surprise you. According to New York City sex therapist
Stephen Snyder M.D., it’s a certain kind of
selfishness. Deep down inside, most of us want
desperately to be enjoyed by someone who knows how.
Most sex advice these days boils down to giving your
partner pleasure. But according to Dr. Snyder, it’s
much more important to make sure your partner enjoys
you. He points out, no hero in a romance novel ever
rips off the heroine’s bodice, then says, “Now tell me
how you like to be touched.” Great lovemaking, says Dr.
Snyder, is about much more than just pleasure. It’s
about sex making you feel special — so special that you
don’t care whether or not you get an orgasm! Dr.
Stephen Snyder has been featured on NBC’s Today show
and in Newsweek and many other publications. He
contributes to the Huffington Post and Psychology Today
and is the author of “Love Worth Making: How to Have
Ridiculously Great Sex in a Long-Lasting Relationship.”
Contact him at (917) 270-0384;
stephen.snyder@verizon.net

6. ==> Why Give Your Valentine a Personality Test?

Meeting eligible singles is a cinch – use dating apps
or websites. But meeting someone with that special
spark is just the beginning. Dr. Sarah E. Brown says
finding a life mate is akin to hiring the right
employee and you should screen dates like businesses
screen job applicants. Sarah says, “Adding a
personality test can minimize guesswork and unpleasant
surprises that arise in a fledgling relationship. It
helps couples decide whether their relationship is
going somewhere – or if they’re just spinning their
wheels. After all, romance is a serious business, and
you’ve got to carefully screen anyone vying to become
your partner. Do you share common interests? Will your
personality complement theirs? What strengths and
traits will he or she bring to your life?” Sarah says
anyone can find the right match for their own
interests, strengths, and personality using the same
tools businesses use to build successful teams in their
workforce. (Ask her how she met her own husband!)
Contact Dr. Sarah E. Brown at (302) 521-9739;
sarah@bookofyou.com.

7. ==> What’s Galentine’s Day? Only the Best Day of the Year!

Or so says Leslie Snopes on TV’s ‘Parks and
Recreation.’ Ask around. February 13th, the day before
Valentine’s Day, has become known as Galentine’s Day.
What began as an episode on the show celebrating female
friendship has been steadily growing in popularity, but
this year, in light of the #MeToo and #TimesUp
movements, it seems even more appropriate to take time
to celebrate the power and love of women. Leslie likes
to celebrate with brunch, but Marya Michael says there
are lots of ways to honor and celebrate women on
Galentine’s Day. Invite her to discuss why the holiday
has caught on and why women need to cultivate and
preserve friendships (as well as how to do that when
career and family can be demanding and exhausting.)
Marya has worked as an educator in public schools and
as a spiritual teacher and coach in the private sector.
Her first book is “Fire Love: Igniting the Freedom of
your Heart and Soul.” Contact her at (714)749-3122;
marya@maryamichael.com, @MaryaMichael1

8. ==> Spend Valentine’s Day … with Your Dog

Who loves you more than your dog? Maybe your mom does,
but dogs are known for their unconditional love. And
these days, dogs are also being celebrated for the
amazing health benefits they can impart to their loving
guardians. So why not share the day of love with the
dog you love? Carlyn Montes De Oca, an expert on the
human-animal bond, offers five great ways to do that.
Among her ideas: watch a pet flick on Netflix with your
best friend like “Marley and Me” or “Hachi: A Dog’s
Tale” while enjoying air-popped popcorn together. Plan
a date night getaway for the two of you at a local dog-
friendly hotel during which you curl up with a good
book and each other. Carlyn is the author of the award-
winning “Dog As My Doctor, Cat As My Nurse: An Animal
Lover’s Guide to a Healthy, Happy and Extraordinary
Life.” She is also the founder of The Animal-Human
Health Connection, which focuses on bringing awareness
to the many powerful ways that animals enhance human
health, happiness, and longevity. Reach her at (415)
306-1853 or cmdo@AnimalHumanHealth.com

9. ==> Got the Flu? Must-Have Natural Remedies

This year’s flu season is proving to be particularly
tough and the flu shot is proving to be only about 10%
effective against the H3N2 virus that’s making so many
people so sick for so long. Medical doctor and master
homeopath Dr. Kathleen Fry will share how to get
through flu season by using the correct remedy based on
your symptoms. “One remedy that’s indicated when people
have a fever, a headache and they are so sleepy they
cannot keep their eyes open is Baptisia tinctoria, and
it costs less than $15 online.” She’ll tell you where
to get ingredients for various remedies, as well as how
to use them. Frequently quoted in Self, Redbook, Ladies
Home Journal and other magazines, Dr. Kathleen Fry
practices as a homeopath in Boulder, Colorado, across
the US and globally. “What’s the Remedy for That? The
Definitive Homeopathy Guide to Mastering Everyday Self-
Care Without Drugs” is her second book. Contact her at
(480) 695-1383; drkathi@drkathifry.com

10. ==> She Was a Fly on the Wall at the Watergate Hearings

For those who saw Steven Spielberg’s Oscar-nominated
movie The Post which (spoiler alert) ends with the
Watergate break-in, Lynn Matsuoka can take your
listeners back to what happened afterward in the
unraveling of the Nixon presidency. In her role as a
court artist, Lynn was present at many of the Watergate
hearings where her skill at quickly capturing what was
going on in the courtroom where no cameras were allowed
is legendary. Working for ABC and CBS network news,
whichever called her first, Lynn can talk about what
she witnessed in sometimes near-empty courtrooms as
well as what it was like to fly all over the country
for months to visually record the hearings. For the
45th anniversary of the Watergate hearings she can
answer such question as: At the time, did she
understand that she was witnessing history in the
making? What are the parallels between the Russian
investigation and Watergate? One of about a dozen
courtroom artists in the country today, she can talk
about her unusual profession as well as meeting Jimmy
Carter, Ronald Reagan and Bill Clinton. Reach her at
(808) 479-5966; artist@aloha.net

11. ==> Why are Docs Still Ignorant About Medical Marijuana?

Patients all across America have many questions about
medical marijuana, but do today’s doctors have the
answers? Over 40 states have programs allowing the once
illegal drug, but many doctors aren’t recommending it –
or even discussing it with patients – because they
simply don’t have the information they need. According
to a CNN report, over 80% of physicians need training
before discussing medical cannabis and many patients
are far more educated than their doctors about the
endocannabinoid system. If “health experts” don’t have
the training or answers, where can your listeners find
resources and answers about cannabis therapy? Dr.
Regina Nelson and Michael Browning, coauthors of “Time
for the Talk: Talking to Your Doctor or Patient About
Medical Cannabis,” can discuss why many people are
afraid to bring this topic up with their physician, how
to approach your doctor and what to ask. They’ll also
share resources for listeners navigating the new and
challenging maze that millions of Americans face today.
Contact Integral Education Press at (303) 505-0591;
ecstherapyco@gmail.com

12. ==> ‘The Sky is Falling!’ No, Seriously This Time!

In past human experience, when people have shouted “The
sky is falling,” they weren’t always wrong. Tim Maloney
and Mike Conley examine America’s renewable energy
prospects, in confidence that a properly informed
populace will steer clear from a wrong national energy
policy. In the eBook, “Roadmap to Nowhere” the authors
contrast nuclear energy with wind and solar
technologies on the bases of cost, reliability,
material requirement, and land use. Working from the
truism that “Mother Nature doesn’t care if some people
think that nuclear power is awesome, or if others think
it’s the work of the devil. She doesn’t care what
anyone thinks, hopes, or believes. All she cares about
is objective reality, quantified by math and explored
by science,” Maloney shows that nuclear reactors are
necessary to preserve earth’s ecosphere as we know it.
Contact Tim Maloney at (734) 735-7856;
t.maloney@bex.net

13. ==> How to Avoid (and Survive) the Worst of the Worst

Few life events are as awful to contemplate as being a
victim of a robbery, sexual assault, burglary or
perhaps the murder of a loved one. Having worked with
victims of crime and families of murder victims for
more than 25 years, Gillian Padgett has a wealth of
information to share on how to avoid falling victim to
crime and how those who’ve already faced that calamity
can recover more fully. She says it’s entirely possible
to recover and be stronger and wiser as a result of the
challenges that come your way. You’ll learn how to
avoid being a target, how to regain control and focus
immediately after a crime, and how to reset your
neurological pathways to create a new version of the
event. Gillian Padgett trained in the UK as a
psychotherapist and hypnotherapist. Her book is “Let
Stress Heal Your Life: Uncover Your Amazing Capacity to
Thrive.” Contact her at (1) 647-270-7602 (BC);
gillian@stresswisdomsolutions.com

14. ==> Are You Feeding Your Dog Wrong?

If your dog is eating a prescription diet you’re
probably paying a lot for a product that isn’t even
optimal for your pet. Judy Morgan, DVM, who operates
two veterinary hospitals in New Jersey, will explain
what dog owners need to know about prescription and
non-prescription dog food and why dog food marketed as
holistic, natural and human grade often contain waste
products from the human food industry (even rendered
meal from diseased animal carcasses!) Morgan will
explain how to make your own whole food-based dog food,
which, she says, takes less time than you might expect
and requires no specialized cooking skills or
equipment. Judy Morgan is a holistic veterinarian who
treats dogs, cats, and horses. She is chief veterinary
medical officer for Monkey’s House Senior Dog Hospice
and Sanctuary and works with rescue groups for homeless
dogs. Her latest book is “Yin & Yang Nutrition for
Dogs: Maximizing Health with Whole Foods, Not Drugs,”
coauthored with her husband, Hue Grant. Contact her at
(609) 202-0999; judy@drjudymorgan.com

15. ==> Doomsday Clock and Bible Prophecy: Do They Agree?

The Doomsday Clock measures how close mankind is to
world destruction. Recently, the scientists who created
the clock advanced its hands to two minutes before
midnight. That’s the closest the clock has been to
signaling world destruction since the 1950s. Scientists
advanced the clock to call attention to mankind’s
unwillingness to handle climate change and threats of
nuclear war. But they are not the only ones warning
about the world’s end. Some Bible scholars such as
Richard Ruhling are too. Interview Dr. Ruhling for a
look at how the Doomsday Clock and Bible prophecy
differ. He’ll explain seven signs that End Times are
impending, how moving the U.S. Embassy to Jerusalem
sets the stage, and why he believes a major earthquake
will impact the U.S. this spring. Unlike scientists who
can’t turn back the clock, Dr. Ruhling says there is
good news in this, but it’s not a “rapture” that some
thought was the focus of “the Great Sign” last fall. He
says the nine-month warning points to this spring. Dr.
Ruhling is the author of “God Bless America?” Reach him
at (928) 583-7543; Ruhling7@juno.com

02/01/18 RTIR Newsletter: Super Bowl Ads, When Opposites Attract, Year of the Dog

February 1, 2018

01. Let’s Talk Super Bowl Ads
02. SOTU: American Dream or Corporate Serfdom?
03. Government Can’t Solve Every Problem
04. She Was a Fly on the Wall at Watergate Hearings
05. Why You Should Celebrate Galentine’s Day
06. Can Bill Murray Bring Back Bell-Bottoms?
07. What Was It Like to Party with Bon Jovi?
08. Is a Deadlier Flu on the Way?
09. Opposites Attract but Do Their Relationships Work?
10. Love the One You’re Still With
11. Stop Searching: Get Love to Come to You
12. Don’t Forget this Person on Valentine’s Day
13. Surprising: How Much Sleep is Enough?
14. Year of the Dog Begins Feb 16th
15. Leftovers: Women Shaping China’s Future
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1. ==> Let’s Talk Super Bowl Ads

$5 million for 30 seconds. That’s how much advertisers
will be spending to reach you during this week’s Super
Bowl game. That’s a lot of dough, of course, but there
are few spectacles left that bring so many eyeballs
together in one place granting advertisers the chance
to grab them with their brands. Marketing expert
Claudia Newcorn has been studying Super Bowl ads
including some of those released early and can talk
about trends to look for. One of the biggest she has
spotted is the way millennials are influencing what we
see on our screens. Book Claudia now and after the game
to discuss which commercials are likely to be the most
memorable and why. In addition, she can share the
ramifications this has for companies as they plan their
own marketing strategies and messaging. Claudia is a
frequent radio talk show guest whose book, “Zipline to
Success: Fast-Track Marketing Strategies to Accelerate
Your Sales & Profits,” won a gold medal at the San
Francisco Book Festival. Reach her at (209) 204-0502;
Claudia@ZiplineToSuccess.com

2. ==> SOTU: American Dream or Corporate Serfdom?

Donald Trump claimed in the State of the Union address:
“The stock market has smashed one record after another.
… Apple has just announced it plans to invest a total
of $350 billion in America, and hire another 20,000
workers. … This, in fact, is our new American moment.
There has never been a better time to start living the
American Dream.” But James Henry says, “Trump lied. The
$350 billion is not new U.S. investment; it is
(promised) supplier purchases. Thirty billion dollars
is the investment number and it was all in the pipeline
(as were 20,000 U.S. jobs); and it now all qualifies
for 100 percent depreciation the year it is made, if
made by 2023.” Henry suggests that Apple is almost
certain to be the tax overhaul’s biggest single
corporate beneficiary. “The latest Apple PR campaign
easily outdistances ordinary run-of-the-mill efforts at
corporate self-promotion. It represents a willful
effort to bury all the gory details about how this
massive transfer of public wealth will actually work.
Indeed, the very tone of the release implies that
Apple’s fellow American taxpayers should basically feel
grateful that it is willing to pay any corporate taxes
whatsoever.” James Henry recently wrote the piece “The
Apple Tax Giveaway” for The American Interest. His
books include “The Pirate Bankers.” Contact him at
jamesshelburnehenry@mac.com; @submergingmkt

3. ==> Government Can’t Solve Every Problem

British PM Theresa May has appointed a Minister of
Loneliness to be charged with leading a government-wide
effort to “develop a strategy” for ending “loneliness
and social isolation” among adults. Here in the US
Michael Tanner says we’re not far behind. “There is now
a general belief, one increasingly shared by
politicians and voters of both parties, that every
problem, large or small, can only be solved by the
government. Today, too many people see government as
the solution to whatever ails us.” Tanner will discuss
the cost of an omnipresent government and why citizens
hoping for solutions will be disappointed. “From our
bedrooms to our businesses, there seems no area of our
lives that lawmakers don’t believe it is their job to
oversee, restrict, subsidize, or otherwise intrude
upon. This leaves us poorer, of course, but it also
leaves us less free.” Michael Tanner is a senior fellow
at the Cato Institute and the author of “Going for
Broke: Deficits, Debt, and the Entitlement Crisis.”
Contact him at (202) 789-5200; mtanner@cato.org

4. ==> She Was a Fly on the Wall at Watergate Hearings

5. ==> Why You Should Celebrate Galentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day, Shmalentines Day! February 13th has
been steadily gaining in popularity as Galentine’s Day.
Made popular on the TV show Parks and Recreation, the
fictional holiday is a day for women to celebrate their
female friendships. Leslie Snopes likes to celebrate
with brunch, but Marya Michael says there are lots of
ways to honor and celebrate women on Galentine’s Day.
Invite her to discuss why the holiday has caught on and
how many people lose sight of (or never realize) their
own innate love as a source of power, healing and
completion. You’ll learn why women need to cultivate
and preserve friendships and how to do that when career
and family can be demanding and exhausting. Marya has
worked as an educator in public schools and as a
spiritual teacher and coach in the private sector. Her
first book is “Fire Love: Igniting the Freedom of your
Heart and Soul.” Contact her at (714)749-3122;
marya@maryamichael.com, @MaryaMichael1

6. ==> Can Bill Murray Bring Back Bell-Bottoms?

While some companies spend millions on Super Bowl ads,
there are also some unique ways businesses are getting
publicity. Take Betabrand, a crowdfunding clothing
company. On February 8, amateur-golfer/entertainer Bill
Murray will debut his Bill-Bottoms at the Pebble Beach
Pro-Am. “Betabrand is an R&D lab for testing new
designs online,” says company founder Chris Lindland,
“and we’re thrilled to provide a forum for this
important fashion discussion. Can Bill bring Bell-
Bottoms back? We certainly hope so.” Betabrand is
working with William Murray Golf (Bill Murray’s golf
line) on the trousers and fans have spent the last
month voting online on the pattern Bill will wear at
next week’s tournament. Designers from around the world
and major brands use Betabrand as a test platform for
new concepts in apparel, accessories, and footwear.
William Murray Golf designs golf wear in the spirit of
the actor’s irreverent behavior and encourages golfers
to “unleash their inner Murray.” Contact Chris Lindland
at press@betabrand.com; (855) 694-8766

7. ==> What Was It Like to Party with Bon Jovi?

Most of us can only imagine what it would be like to
hang out with the arena rock band Bon Jovi. But Ted
Larkins actually got to do it! He met the band that
will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this
year when the group was doing sold-out concerts in
Japan. Larkins rode in a limo with the band, drank with
them and hung out with them until 2 a.m. Invite Larkins
to explain how he met the band, and why he initially
thought Jon Bon Jovi was a jerk but changed his mind.
He’ll also share what he has learned from meeting other
famous people like Tom Hanks and Celine Dion, and why
despite having some bad breaks he is convinced that
life itself is one big party so we may as well make the
most of it. Larkins is the author of “Get To Be Happy:
Stories and Secrets to Loving the Sh*t Out Of Life.” He
is the former senior VP of one of the world’s leading
entertainment, sport and brand licensing agencies and a
guest lecturer for the UCLAx Entertainment Studies and
Performing Arts program. Reach him at (818) 261-8262;
twlarkins@gmail.com

8. ==> Is a Deadlier Flu on the Way?

9. ==> Opposites Attract but Do Their Relationships
Work?

We’ve all seen it: Type A perfectionist falls for an
impulsive adrenaline junkie. When this improbable
match-up gives it a go, sometimes it succeeds, and
sometimes it doesn’t. This Valentine’s Day, invite Dr.
Sarah Brown to help couples take the guesswork out of
making a relationship work. She’ll reveal a cutting-
edge, personalized tool that couples can use to help
decide how to move forward: which differences they need
to negotiate, which to avoid, and most of all, how to
bring out the best in each other. Sarah spent 30 years
working with Fortune 500 companies to recruit, screen,
and manage their talent. She says romance is a serious
business, and you’ve got to carefully screen anyone
vying to become your partner. You’ll learn how to use
the same criteria hiring managers use to build
successful teams at work to recognize your unique
interests, strengths, and needs in your career and
relationships. Contact Dr. Sarah Brown at (302)
521-9739 or at sarah@bookofyou.com.

10. ==> Love the One You’re Still With

At Sharkie Zartman’s wedding people were taking bets on
how long the marriage would last. Odds were on less
than two years, but 42 years later the couple is still
happily married. Invite her to share ‘6 Rules of
Engagement’ that are fun, easy and powerful. She says
if they worked for her, they’ll work for anyone. A
former member of the USA National Volleyball Team,
Sharkie has taught or coached more than 40,000 students
and athletes in the areas of health, fitness and
sports. She hosts the weekly radio program Sharkie’s
Pep Talk on Healthy Life.Net Radio and is the author of
six books including her latest, “Have Fun Getting Fit:
Simple Ways to Rejuvenate Your Mind and Body.” Contact
her at (310) 379-1869 or (310) 415-0190;
Sharkiezartman@yahoo.com

11. ==> Stop Searching: Get Love to Come to You

Now that Valentine’s Day is approaching, it is nearly
impossible to ignore the steady drumbeat of couples’
photos, pictures of flowers and chocolates, and heart-
shaped knickknacks lining store shelves. All this talk
about love is great, unless you’re single, and don’t
want to be. Pro bodybuilder, model, and relationship
expert Jennie Lynn will share the simple principles she
used herself to finally find her soul mate. You’ll
learn critical mistakes that keep you single,
subconscious blocks to finding love and how to
recognize love and keep it safe, once you’re in a
relationship. Jennie Lynn is a magazine writer and
professional model, and a worldwide triple pro champion
in natural figure, physique, and bodybuilding. She’s
also the author of “Magnetic Love: Stop Chasing What
You Want…Start Attracting It.” Contact her at (508)
965-3053; JennieLynn@JennieLynn.com

12. ==> Don’t Forget this Person on Valentine’s Day

Is there someone you’re forgetting this Valentine’s
Day? Kathryn Orford says there probably is, and it’s
yourself! “How can you expect anyone else to love,
honor and appreciate you, if you don’t love honor and
appreciate yourself? Let’s face it… If you’re
constantly looking to someone else to tell you you’re
special, good enough, attractive enough, lovable etc…
you’re doomed.” Kathryn suggests, whether single or in
a relationship, you commit to becoming your own #1 fan.
Kathryn Orford, the Confidence Coach, has trained with
the world’s leading experts in self-esteem, self-
belief, human potential and peak performance. She is a
personal and professional development trainer who helps
equip clients with the skills, beliefs, behaviors and a
positive mindset to reach their goals and dreams. She
is also the author of “Become Your #1 Fan.” Contact her
at (808) 428-7078; kathryn@kathrynorford.com

13. ==> Surprising: How Much Sleep is Enough?

Americans are tired. And that fatigue robs us of
productivity, joy – even sleep. Even when we get the
prescribed six to eight hours of shut-eye we wake up
exhausted. What does it take to get a good night’s
sleep? Physician and author Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith
argues that no matter how much sleep we get, our day-
to-day habits prevent us from getting the actual rest
we need. She’ll discuss the scientific reasons for
exhaustion and reveal how little changes in daily
habits and minor attitude adjustments can prepare your
body and mind for a good night’s sleep. You’ll learn
the difference between sleep and rest, and the seven
types of rest you need to achieve what she calls
“sacred” rest that fully benefits body and soul. Dr.
Saundra’s spirited approach to life will inform,
enlighten, and entertain, changing the way you and your
listeners view your waking and sleeping life. Contact
her at DrDaltonSmith@gmail.com or (256) 405-9765.

14. ==> Year of the Dog Begins Feb 16th

The Chinese New Year is celebrated with parades,
fireworks and dragon dancers but you need not be
Chinese to celebrate. 2018 is the year of the Earth Dog
and people who are born this year will be serious, good
communicators and excellent employees. Carlyn Montes De
Oca, an author, animal advocate and human health
expert, says even if you don’t believe in Chinese
astrology, you can still celebrate the Year of the Dog
with your furry friend. From helping us get fit to
unplugging and learning to be in the moment, Carlyn
will share the ways dogs are the best health and
wellness gurus we have! Carlyn Montes de Oca is the
author of “Dog as My Doctor, Cat as My Nurse: An Animal
Lover’s Guide to a Healthy, Happy & Extraordinary
Life.” Contact her at (415) 306-1853;
cmdo@animalhumanhealth.com

15. ==> Leftovers: Women Shaping China’s Future

01/25/18 RTIR Newlsetter: New Tax Laws, Year of the Franchise, Late Bloomer Love

January 25, 2018

01. Have We Become Numb to School Shootings?
02. Celebs & CEOs: Shut Up About Politics
03. Lawmakers Drop the Ball on Opioids
04. Tom Petty: Another Avoidable Opioid Death
05. Make This Valentine’s Day Your Best Ever—in Bed
06. Great Valentine’s Day Show: Be a Love Magnet
07. When Love Comes Later: Late Bloomers
08. Can You Flu-Proof Your House?
09. The Gig Economy and the New Tax Law
10. Is 2018 the Year of the Franchise?
11. This Makes Losing Weight as Easy as Gaining
12. Christians’ Domestic Violence Problem
13. Father/Son College Roommates?
14. Age Like Jane Fonda
15. The Real Laura Ingalls Wilder
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1. ==> Have We Become Numb to School Shootings?

Monday’s tragic school shooting in Kentucky became the
11th this year. And it’s only January. Researchers and
gun control advocates say that since 2013, they have
logged school shootings at a rate of about one a week.
“We have absolutely become numb to these kinds of
shootings, and I think that will continue,” says
Katherine Schweit, a former senior F.B.I. official and
the co-author of a study of 160 active shooting
incidents in the United States. “Any time there’s a
school shooting, it’s more gut-wrenching, and I think
we have a tendency to react in a more visceral way,”
Schweit says. “But I really don’t think as a whole, in
society, we’re taking shootings more seriously than we
were before — and that’s wrong.” As an FBI special
agent, Schweit was responsible for the FBI’s active-
shooter training — the most extensive effort of its
kind, initiated following the Sandy Hook Elementary
tragedy in Newtown, Conn., in 2012. Contact her at
(703) 864-5349; katherine.schweit@gmail.com

2. ==> Celebs & CEOs: Shut Up About Politics

Tired of hearing actors take a stand on politics? Or
the head of a company spout their own political
beliefs? Should celebrities and CEO’s use their public
platform to air their political views? Some believe
it’s using their power for good, but PR pro Ryan
McCormick says, “Unless your targeted audience or
customer base is endeared to your particular set of
political values, there’s no reason ever to publicly
tout your political perspectives. In the short term,
you may experience a feel-good ego trip as people
praise you for expressing values similar to theirs.
But, in the long term, you stand to permanently lose
business and fans.” McCormick will discuss more
appropriate ways to make an impact towards political
causes without Twittering up a storm, and how using
your position to affect change can be as simple as how
you conduct yourself. Ryan McCormick is a reputation
management specialist and co-founder of Goldman
McCormick Public Relations. Contact him at (516)
901-1103; Ryan@goldmanmccormick.com

3. ==> Lawmakers Drop the Ball on Opioids

The US is in the midst of an opioid crisis that’s hit
every neighborhood in every state. According to one
report, drug overdoses claimed the lives of 52,404
Americans last year, with more than 60% of those deaths
related to opioid drugs. And at 50 to 100 times more
powerful than morphine, fentanyl and other synthetic
opioids are now the driving force behind the deaths. In
response, many states and the Feds are drafting
legislation to severely stiffen fentanyl-related
penalties. But Mike Collins of Drug Policy Alliance
says the approach is backward. “Lawmakers are
responding to fentanyl by prioritizing prison over
public health and embracing discredited drug war
policies proven to make the crisis worse.” Collins
says, “Ultimately, the most effective way to turn the
tide on the fentanyl crisis is to increase the use of
interventions that reduce harm and promote health.”
Drug Policy Alliance advocates to end the war on drugs.
Contact Tony Newman at (646) 335-5384 or Tommy McDonald
at (510) 679-2311; media@drugpolicy.org

4. ==> Tom Petty: Another Avoidable Opioid Death

Sadly, we now learn that singer/songwriter Tom Petty’s
death last year was caused by mixing pain medications,
making him yet another victim of the opioid crisis. The
entertainer suffered from several health issues
including a fractured hip, and family members say he
treated the pain with prescription drugs. “It doesn’t
have to be this way,” says chronic pain expert Cindy
Perlin. “There are so many safe and effective ways to
treat pain that patients and doctors don’t know about
and patients need access to them.” Cindy Perlin is a
licensed clinical social worker, certified biofeedback
practitioner, chronic pain survivor, the author of “The
Truth About Chronic Pain Treatments: The Best and Worst
Strategies for Becoming Pain Free” and the creator of
the online Alternative Pain Treatment Directory. She
has been in private practice for over 25 years and has
been a guest on numerous TV and radio shows. Contact
her at (518) 439-6431; cindyperlin@gmail.com.

5. ==> Make This Valentine’s Day Your Best Ever—in Bed

What’s the secret to great sex in a committed
relationship? The answer might surprise you. According
to New York City sex therapist Stephen Snyder M.D.,
it’s a special kind of selfishness. Deep down inside,
most of us want desperately to be enjoyed by someone
who knows how. Most sex advice these days boils down to
giving your partner pleasure. But according to Dr.
Snyder, it’s much more important to make sure your
partner enjoys you. He points out, no hero in a romance
novel ever rips off the heroine’s bodice, then says,
“Now tell me how you like to be touched.” Great
lovemaking, says Dr. Snyder, is about much more than
just pleasure. It’s about sex making you feel special —
so special that you don’t care whether or not you get
an orgasm! Dr. Stephen Snyder has been featured on
NBC’s Today show and in Newsweek and many other
publications. He contributes to the Huffington Post and
Psychology Today and is the author of “Love Worth
Making: How to Have Ridiculously Great Sex in a Long-
Lasting Relationship.” Contact him at (917) 270-0384;
stephen.snyder@verizon.net

6. ==> Great Valentine’s Day Show: Be a Love Magnet

7. ==> When Love Comes Later: Late Bloomers

8. ==> Can You Flu-Proof Your House?

The flu is ravaging the country and many folks are
wondering what they can do to stay healthy when
everyone around them is getting sick. Dr. Kathleen Fry
will discuss whether you can (and should) still get a
flu shot, other ways to lessen the chance you’ll get
sick, and what to do if you have the flu. Fry says,
“Fortunately, there are over the counter homeopathic
remedies you can take at the first sign of symptoms to
help lessen the severity and shorten the duration of
the illness.” Frequently quoted in Self, Redbook,
Ladies Home Journal and other magazines, Dr. Kathleen
Fry is a past president of the American Holistic
Medical Association and a Founding Diplomate of the
American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine. She
practices as a homeopath in Boulder, Colorado, across
the US and globally. “What’s the Remedy for That? The
Definitive Homeopathy Guide to Mastering Everyday Self-
Care Without Drugs” is her second book. Contact her at
(480) 695-1383; drkathi@drkathifry.com

9. ==> The Gig Economy and the New Tax Law

10. ==> Is 2018 the Year of the Franchise?

The rate of franchise business growth was exceptional
last year and 2018 looks even better according to Tom
Scarda, a small business expert and author of
“Franchise Savvy.” Scarda will explain why franchises
are taking off, and who these entrepreneurs are. You’ll
learn how private equity companies are investing in and
buying franchise companies, ways franchiser operating
systems are becoming more sophisticated, and ways
technology is allowing cutting-edge franchise systems
to let owners ease into franchising and lessening the
start-up risks involved. Tom Scarda is the author of
“Franchise Savvy: 6 Strategies Pros Use to Pick Top
Performing Franchises.” Contact him at (516) 322-1435;
Tom@TomScarda.com

11. ==> This Makes Losing Weight as Easy as Gaining

Crippled by excruciating weight-related pain for many
years, Rez Khan set out to find a solution. Today, the
devastating agony he suffered is a distant memory and
his health has been transformed. Invite Kahn to share
the simple plan that resolved his debilitating health
issues. Your listeners will learn why losing weight can
(and must) be made as easy as gaining it, the real
reason we overeat (it’s not because we have no
willpower), and how to stop doing it. Khan, a software
engineer, dropped over 50 lbs. in weight and has kept
it off for over five years. “The Zeus Process:
Mastering the Mindset of Weight Loss” is his new book.
Contact him at (972) 658-8981; rkhan3366@gmail.com

12. ==> Christians’ Domestic Violence Problem

Christians don’t beat their wives or verbally abuse
them, right? Unfortunately, domestic violence is a
problem in many Christian homes. In fact, as Darla
Colinet will tell you, it has reached epidemic
proportions; she is making it her mission to help
churches address the problem so that both victim and
abusers can be healed. Darla can reveal the four core
aspects that fuel abusive Christian marriages and share
her own horrifying story of living with an abusive
husband for 13 years. She’ll also discuss how to offer
help and support to someone you suspect is being
abused. Darla completed domestic violence training and
served as domestic abuse response team member for
Crossroads Safehouse, in Fort Collins, Colo. A member
of the core team of the Women’s Ministry at Timberline
Church in Colorado for six years, she has helped and
inspired hundreds of women through Bible studies,
workshops, retreats, and her blog. Contact her at (970)
631-2529; darla@godstransforminggrace.com

13. ==> Father/Son College Roommates?

Many of your listeners wish they got along better with
their teens. The idea of having fewer arguments, better
communication and fewer worries can be more than
wishful thinking when you interview Dr. Kevin Fell and
his son Austin. Kevin is a father-turned-psychologist
who in his first semester of graduate school fielded a
call from Austin asking for help. For the next five
years, they lived as college roommates while Kevin got
his Ph.D. in psychology and Austin transformed from a
high school dropout, felon, and suicidal teen into a
college grad, loving dad, and thriving professional
with a clean record. Today, Kevin and Austin consult
with parents to help them reconnect, repair their
relationships, and solve problems with even the most
difficult teens. Contact Austin at (913) 208-7075 or
Austin@lifedoctor.com

14. ==> Age Like Jane Fonda

If we are lucky, we have the opportunity to grow older.
But growing older with gusto is not a matter of luck.
Look at 80-year-old Jane Fonda or 72-year-old Helen
Mirren. Even if they were blessed with good genes it’s
clear they’re doing something right. Wellness expert
Sharkie Zartman will share aging advice from leading
experts on brain health, nutrition, retraining body
muscle, and keeping joints in good repair and our
relationships on solid footing. She’ll discuss the top
ten perks of aging, whether there are different
relationship rules for the second half of life, and the
psychosocial secrets of empowered aging. Sharkie
Zartman is the editor of “Empowered Aging: Expert
Advice on Staying Healthy, Vital and Active”, a guide
for people 40 and up who want to keep their bodies and
spirits humming as long as possible. Zartman holds
degrees in kinesiology and instructional technology and
is a professor of health and fitness. She was also a
member of the U.S. Women’s National Volleyball Team.
Contact her at (310) 379-1869 or (310) 415-0190;
Sharkiezartman@yahoo.com

15. ==> The Real Laura Ingalls Wilder

Laura Ingalls Wilder’s books have sold over sixty
million copies in forty-five languages and were
reincarnated in the 1970s and 1980s as one of the
longest-running, most popular shows in television
history, Little House on the Prairie. Born February 7,
1867, her life was set against nearly a century of
dramatic change. But what do we know of the real Laura
Ingalls Wilder? Caroline Fraser’s new biography
“Prairie Fires” tells Wilder’s story as never before.
Listeners will learn how it wasn’t until the age of
sixty, after losing nearly everything in the
Depression, Wilder began writing children’s books,
partially on the urging of her daughter, who had found
success in the literary trade herself. Fraser will
share other surprising facts, both stranger and darker
than her books, and discuss how Wilder’s life provides
a unique perspective on American history and our
national mythology of self-reliance. Contact Johanna
Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137 or Megan Bonomo at (703)
646-5188.

01/23/18 RTIR Newsletter: Government Shutdown, Flu-Free Family, Beating Winter Blues

January 23, 2018

01. How to Prevent Another Shutdown
02. Shutdowns Weaken the Military
03. Roe v Wade: It’s about Privacy
04. Roe v Wade at 45
05. Keep Your Family Flu-Free
06. Is it Love or Fraud?
07. Care for Your Heart this Valentine’s Day
08. Be a Love Magnet: Valentine’s Day Show
09. Are You a Mismatched Couple?
10. What Is and Isn’t Sexual Harassment?
11. Forget Graceful: Gutsy Aging!
12. Make Losing Weight as Simple as Gaining
13. Doc Says 8 Hours of Zzzs Isn’t Enough!
14. The Missing Link in Alzheimer’s Treatment
15. Turn Up the Music to Beat Winter Blues
=======================================

1. ==> How to Prevent Another Shutdown

According to Chris Edwards, “Government shutdowns are
embarrassing for policymakers, and suggest that
Washington is run by squabbling kids. But it’s hard to
make the trains run on time under current budget rules
given the supermajority barrier in the Senate and the
divergent policy views of the parties.” He says the
solution to future shutdowns is simple: An automatic
‘continuing resolution’ (CR) that fixes discretionary
spending at current levels. “If a fiscal year begins,
and the parties have not agreed on a spending plan,
then agencies may continue existing spending
activities. The auto CR would be in force until normal
appropriations bills were enacted.” He says, “An auto
CR would avert shutdown crises, decrease partisan
acrimony, modestly tilt the budget process toward
restraint, and reduce the chance of time-pressurized
spending deals that blow the bank.” Chris Edwards is
the director of tax policy studies at Cato and editor
of DownsizingGovernment.org. He is an expert on federal
and state tax and budget issues. Contact him at (202)
789-5200; cedwards@cato.org

2. ==> Shutdowns Weaken the Military

Defense policy analyst Frederico Bartels says a
government shutdown can be “…incredibly damaging to our
national security and to the men and women who work to
keep us safe.” He says, “During a government shutdown,
employees who are necessary for ensuring the safety of
American lives and the protection of property are
exempt, and have to continue working. This applies to
all of our active-duty military personnel and close to
half of the civilian employees at the Pentagon.
Everyone else is furloughed and stays home without pay,
unless Congress specifically makes provisions for them
to be paid. In 2013, Congress made such provisions. But
so far, this is not the case in 2018.” Frederico
Bartels is a policy analyst for defense budgeting at
The Heritage Foundation’s Davis Institute. Contact him
at (202) 675-1761; HeritagePress@heritage.org

3. ==> Roe v Wade: It’s about Privacy

As the nation again considers the legacy of the
country’s best-known Supreme Court decision, issued on
Jan. 22, 1973, Mary Ziegler says we have forgotten part
of the story of Roe v Wade — one almost entirely
disconnected from abortion: What does the right to
privacy mean, and who can claim that right? “On Roe’s
45th anniversary, we should stop to think about where
the right to privacy stands today. The picture does not
seem very rosy. Since the new year, there have been
fresh concerns about data breaches and the misuse of
digital information by giants like Facebook and Google.
Privacy and conscience have taken center stage as the
Supreme Court considers whether a Christian baker can
refuse to serve a same-sex couple.” Mary Ziegler is a
professor of law at Florida State University and the
author of “Beyond Abortion: Roe v. Wade and the Battle
for Privacy.” Contact her at (850) 645-0364;
mziegler@law.fsu.edu or Christi Morgan at
cmorgan@law.fsu.edu

4. ==> Roe v Wade at 45

This week marks the 45th anniversary of the Supreme
Court decision legalizing abortion, a topic that
remains just as heated as it did back then. Last week
the milestone was marked by a March for Life by
Catholics in Washington, a march considered so
important that the pope granted those who participated
an indulgence—forgiveness of their sins. For some
perspective on this, interview Richard Ruhling, M.D., a
board certified internal medicine doctor who has been a
guest on dozens of talk radio shows discussing current
events. Among the topics Dr. Ruhling can address are:
the explosive role indulgences played in the Protestant
Reformation; why today’s largely Catholic Supreme Court
should be able to turn back the clock on Roe v Wade
(and why it should be easier to give a few indulgences
to the justices that voted to redefine marriage in
2015), and why God should not be expected to shrug off
60 million abortions when He punished Egypt for killing
babies during the Exodus. Dr. Ruhling is the author of
“God Bless America?” Contact him at (928) 583-7543;
Ruhling7@juno.com

5. ==> Keep Your Family Flu-Free

The deadly flu epidemic sweeping the nation has closed
schools from Alabama to Texas and killed at least 30
children since October. Dr. Kathleen Fry will discuss
whether you can (and should) still get a flu shot,
other ways to lessen the chance you’ll get sick, and
what to do if you have the flu. Fry says, “Fortunately,
there are over the counter homeopathic remedies you can
take at the first sign of symptoms to help lessen the
severity and shorten the duration of the illness.”
Frequently quoted in Self, Redbook, Ladies Home Journal
and other magazines, Dr. Kathleen Fry is a past
president of the American Holistic Medical Association
and a Founding Diplomate of the American Board of
Integrative Holistic Medicine. She practices as a
homeopath in Boulder, Colorado, across the US and
globally. “What’s the Remedy for That? The Definitive
Homeopathy Guide to Mastering Everyday Self-Care
Without Drugs” is her second book. Contact her at (480)
695-1383; drkathi@drkathifry.com

6. ==> Is it Love or Fraud?

The FBI tells us that on-line romance scams have
reached epidemic proportions. But even the relationship
that starts over the water cooler at work can begin
like a dream, and end up as your cruelest nightmare.
Protecting yourself from scammers is crucial and Joyce
Short knows how. She’ll reveal 10 ways to tell if
you’re being scammed and discuss how to approach
Valentine’s Day if you’re not feeling the love this
year. Joyce Short is the author of “Carnal Abuse by
Deceit” and “Combating Romance Scams, Why Lying to Get
Laid Is a Crime.” She blogs at
CombatingRomanceScams.com (a Federal Prosecutor
recently used her blog to lock up a serial rapist).
She’s been awarded a “Woman of Distinction” honor by
the NY State Assembly. Contact her at (917) 517-8572;
short.jm@aol.com

7. ==> Care for Your Heart this Valentine’s Day

February marks both American Heart Month and
Valentine’s Day. Gillian Padgett says it’s the perfect
time to talk about heart health and how stress affects
your health. Padgett, who has spent more than 25 years
specializing in stress relief and mastery, says,
“People need to recognize what happens to their bodies
when they experience stress: their blood thickens,
cholesterol is created and cortisol and adrenalin are
activated. Unfortunately, many people react to stress
by further injuring themselves by smoking, drinking and
overdoing it with comfort foods.” She’ll explain the
four areas we can tap to relieve stress, build
resilience and create a healthier heart. The body,
mind, emotions and spirit must all come into play, she
says. A UK-trained psychotherapist and hypnotherapist,
Padgett has worked with victims of crime and families
of murder victims. She’s the author of “Let Stress Heal
Your Life: Uncover Your Amazing Capacity to Thrive.”
Contact her at (1) 647-270-7602: email:
gillian@stresswisdomsolutions.com

8. ==> Be a Love Magnet: Valentine’s Day Show

9. ==> Are You a Mismatched Couple?

We’ve all seen it: Type A perfectionist falls for an
impulsive adrenaline junkie. When this improbable
match-up gives it a go, sometimes it succeeds, and
sometimes it doesn’t. This Valentine’s Day, invite Dr.
Sarah Brown to help couples take the guesswork out of
making a relationship work. She’ll reveal a cutting-
edge, personalized tool that couples can use to help
decide how to move their relationship forward: which
differences they need to negotiate, which to avoid, and
most of all, how to bring out the best in each other.
Sarah spent 30 years working with Fortune 500 companies
to recruit, screen, and manage their talent. She says
romance is a serious business, and you’ve got to
carefully screen anyone vying to become your partner.
You’ll learn how to use the same criteria hiring
managers use to build successful teams at work to
recognize your unique interests, strengths, and needs
in your career and relationships. Contact Dr. Sarah
Brown at (302) 521-9739 or at sarah@bookofyou.com.

10. ==> What Is and Isn’t Sexual Harassment?

The #MeToo movement has many people asking questions
about what is and isn’t sexual harassment. Can you give
a coworker a compliment? What about a pat on the back?
Is light-hearted teasing OK? Is it alright to date
someone you work with? Dr. ArLyne Diamond, a workplace
consultant, will run down office behaviors to be
avoided, discuss whether men and women are scrutinized
equally, and explain how to file a complaint if you
think you’ve been sexually harassed at work. Dr. ArLyne
Diamond is an internationally recognized leadership,
management, professional development, and
organizational development consultant and the president
of Diamond Associates. Contact Mark Goldman at (516)
639-0988; mark@goldmanmccormick.com

11. ==> Forget Graceful: Gutsy Aging!

If we are lucky, we have the opportunity to grow older.
But growing older with gusto is not a matter of luck.
Wellness expert Sharkie Zartman will share aging advice
from leading experts on brain health, nutrition,
retaining body muscle, and keeping joints in good
repair and our relationships on solid footing. She’ll
discuss the top ten perks of aging, whether there are
different relationship rules for the second half of
life, and the psychosocial secrets of empowered aging.
Sharkie Zartman is the editor of “Empowered Aging:
Expert Advice on Staying Healthy, Vital and Active”, a
guide for people 40 and up who want to keep their
bodies and spirits humming as long as possible. Zartman
holds degrees in kinesiology and instructional
technology and is a professor of health and fitness.
She was also a member of the U.S. Women’s National
Volleyball Team. Contact her at (310) 379-1869 or (310)
415-0190; Sharkiezartman@yahoo.com

12. ==> Make Losing Weight as Simple as Gaining

13. ==> Doc Says 8 Hours of Zzzs Isn’t Enough!

14. ==> The Missing Link in Alzheimer’s Treatment

There are many suggestions emerging on how various
diets and exercise regimens can help prevent and even
reverse Alzheimer’s but Michael Morgan, LMT, CST-D.
says thus far, they’ve all been missing a key element:
CranioSacral Therapy. He says, when consistently
applied, the gentle, easily learned, affordable
technique can significantly roll back Alzheimer’s and
dementia in a few weeks. Invite Morgan to discuss his
research, explain what craniosacral therapy is (it’s
also being used by NFL players, and children with
autism) and ways it can increase longevity. Morgan,
who’s been researching Alzheimer’s and dementia since
2008, was inspired to do so in part after watching his
stepmother and sister-in-law succumb to the disease.
He’s a well-known instructor of CranioSacral Therapy
and teaches the technique all over the world. His book
is “Preventing Alzheimer’s in Just 10 Minutes a Day
with the BodyEnergy Prescription and CranioSacral
Therapy.” Contact Kathy Regganie at (630) 567-8383;
kathy@bodyenergy.net

15. ==> Turn Up the Music to Beat Winter Blues

It’s well-known fact that winter is high-tide for
depression. Between freezing temperatures, snowstorms
that keep us inside, and shorter days, many people find
this time of year especially difficult. Invite Keep
Music Alive’s Vincent James on your show to learn how
listeners suffering from the winter doldrums can
utilize music to help keep their emotions balanced.
Vincent is the co-founder of Kids Music Day, Teach
Music Week and co-author of the book series “88+ Ways
Music Can Change Your Life.” Contact him at (610)
812-5231; vincent@keepmusicalive.org

01/18/18 RTIR Newsletter: Fake News Awards, Valentine’s Intimacy, Roe v Wade

January 18, 2018

01. How to Solve North Korea: Women
02. Hijacking Religious Freedom
03. Trump’s Fake News Awards
04. The Real Laura Ingalls Wilder
05. At Work – What Is and Isn’t Sexual Harassment
06. If Opposites Attract, Do Their Relationships Work?
07. Keep the Fire Burning: Love the One You’re With
08. Happy Valentine’s Day to You
09. What She Really Wants – Intimacy
10. The Problem Isn’t Trump, It’s Us
11. Will You Be Working Until You Die?
12. Time for Yearly Business Check-Up
13. Train You Brain for Less Pain
14. Roe v Wade at 45
15. Sunday is National Hugging Day
=======================================

1. ==> How to Solve North Korea: Women

Christine Ahn was part of the Vancouver Women’s Forum
on Peace and Security as the Vancouver Summit on Korea
was meeting this week. She says, “Secretary Tillerson’s
depiction of commercial airline flights as potential
targets of North Korea’s missile tests is reminiscent
of Colin Powell’s UN presentation about Iraq’s ‘so-
called’ weapons of mass destruction. This provocative
effort to demonize North Korea sets up justification
for even more extreme measures against DPRK, such as a
naval blockade, which will be viewed by North Koreans
as a war-like action. We urged foreign ministers to
prepare the table for dialogue with North Korea.
Instead, they chose to obstruct the path for peace
being laid by North and South Korea.” Ahl says the
U.S.-led ‘maximum pressure’ approach has utterly failed
to halt North Korea’s nuclear and missile program and
that seventy years of sanctions and isolation of North
Korea have only furthered the DPRK’s resolve to develop
its nuclear arsenal. Ahn is founder of Women Cross DMZ.
Based in Hawaii, she recently wrote the piece “In North
Korea talks, Tillerson needs women at the negotiating
table” for The Hill. Contact her at
christineahn@mac.com, @christineahn

2. ==> Hijacking Religious Freedom

President Trump proclaimed Tuesday as Religious Freedom
Day but Frederick Clarkson says, “Religious Freedom Day
reinforces the Christian Right’s claim that religious
freedom affords people the right to discriminate
against LGBTQ people and gives consent to federal
agencies, departments, contractors, and grantees to
discriminate in their employment practices. It also
blurs the federal non-profit tax code that proscribes
electioneering by tax-exempt groups, including
churches.” He adds, “Religious freedom is not a lovely
antique, a family heirloom, or a relic of a bygone era.
It is a dynamic, progressive value that underlies every
other constitutional freedom we have — and it is under
siege.” Clarkson is senior research analyst at
Political Research Associates, a think tank in
Somerville, Mass. He is the author of “Eternal
Hostility: The Struggle between Theocracy and
Democracy” and editor of “Dispatches from the Religious
Left: The Future of Faith and Politics in America.”
Contact him at
F.Clarkson@politicalresearch.org;@FredClarkson

3. ==> Trump’s Fake News Awards

President Donald Trump promised his Fake Media Awards
would be unveiled yesterday, calling them the first of
an annual ‘Most Dishonest & Corrupt Media Awards of the
Year’. But Andrew Conte, director of the Center for
Media Innovation at Point Park University, says they
‘dishonor’ might just be embraced by some outlets.
“These prizes might be more coveted than the Pulitzer,”
Conte says. “Stephen Colbert and Trevor Noah have gone
so far as to run Oscar-like ‘for your consideration’
campaigns in hopes of being recognized.” In return,
Conte says, journalism outlets might consider an award
to the president for the ways in which he’s set new
standards for media content. “The Trump political era
has introduced Americans to grabbing women between
their legs and using the presidential primary to
comment on the size of his manhood. Media outlets most
recently have had to wrestle over whether to repeat the
president’s reported description of African nations as
‘s*&#hole countries.’” Contact Lou Corsaro at (412)
392-6190; lcorsaro@pointpark.edu

4. ==> The Real Laura Ingalls Wilder

5. ==> At Work – What Is and Isn’t Sexual Harassment

6. ==> If Opposites Attract, Do Their Relationships
Work?

7. ==> Keep the Fire Burning: Love the One You’re With

8. ==> Happy Valentine’s Day to You

9. ==> What She Really Wants – Intimacy

Yes, chocolates are great, and so is jewelry, but the
real thing women crave is intimacy. Unfortunately, many
men are so afraid of intimacy they sabotage their own
happiness by subconsciously pushing their partner away.
Invite Tom Gagliano to share ways to enhance intimacy
and enjoy the closeness it creates in a relationship.
He suggests, “Help your partner in those areas in their
life where they don’t expect help. The key is to do it
without expecting anything in return. Although, it will
very likely help you get lucky in the bedroom.” Tom
Gagliano returned to school to receive an MSW at age
51. He’s a life coach and the author of several books
including his latest, “Don’t Put Your Crap in Your
Kid’s Diaper.” Contact him at (732) 266-4952 (NJ);
gags17285@aol.com

10. ==> The Problem Isn’t Trump, It’s Us

Journalist James Traub believes Americans have become
decadent and depraved, comparing current culture to the
decadent days of the Roman Empire and Louis XVI’s
France. He says, “Decadence describes a cultural,
moral, and spiritual disorder — the Donald Trump in us.
We currently lack not only a sense of shared citizenry
or collective good, but even a shared body of fact or a
collective mode of reasoning toward the truth.” Traub
cites the new tax cuts that favor the wealthy,
particularly Trump himself. “When Teddy Roosevelt
called the monopolists of his day ‘malefactors of great
wealth,’ the epithet stung — and stuck. Now the bankers
and brokers and private equity barons who helped drive
the nation’s economy into a ditch in 2008 react with
outrage when they’re singled out for blame. Being a
‘wealth creator’ means never having to say you’re
sorry. Enough voters accept this proposition that
Donald Trump pays no political price for unapologetic
greed.” James Traub is a contributing editor at Foreign
Policy, a fellow at the Center on International
Cooperation, and author of the book “John Quincy Adams:
Militant Spirit.” Contact him at @jamestraub1 or Hanna
Berman at hanna.berman@foreignpolicy.com

11. ==> Will You Be Working Until You Die?

Millions of Americans aren’t prepared for retirement
and will run out of money before they die. Others have
made risky retirement investments that could wipe out
their savings before they even retire. In this current
political environment, what’s a safe, practical way to
plan for retirement? Chartered retirement planning
counselor Rodger Alan Friedman can discuss what to
consider when planning your retirement in these
uncertain times, starting today, no matter how old you
are. Rodger knows how to make retirement planning
approachable for the average person and uses humor to
make it fun. He’ll also offer listeners a free
retirement readiness assessment and a special
retirement report. Rodger Alan Friedman’s new book “The
Mindset of Retirement Success” will be available next
week. He’s also the author of “Fire Your Retirement
Planner: You.” Reach him at (844) 369-7526;
Rodger@RodgeronRetirement.com

12. ==> Time for Yearly Business Check-Up

It’s January and many of your listeners are thinking
about their health and fitness. But those who are in
business for themselves should also be focusing on
wellness checks to keep their company’s competitive
edge. So says marketing pro Claudia Newcorn, who notes
that too many companies fail to check their business’s
pulse opting to react to the market instead of leading
it. Claudia can discuss smart marketing tactics to use
to propel business to new heights and five business
health checks to make. Listeners who don’t have their
own business may get ideas to share with their bosses
to make themselves look good (and to ensure that their
jobs don’t go away). Claudia Newcorn, MBA, is a
strategic marketing consultant and the author of
“Zipline to Success: Fast-Track Marketing Strategies to
Accelerate Your Sales & Profits.” A favorite of media,
she once hosted her own TV show. Reach her at (209)
204-0502; Claudia@ZiplineToSuccess.com

13. ==> Train You Brain for Less Pain

The opioid crisis has ravaged the nation.
Overprescribed by doctors, millions have become
addicted to the potent painkillers and people are
hungry for alternatives to those powerful drugs. That’s
why Carmelita Kinjo, a former ICU nurse who suffered
her own serious on-the-job injury that left her in
chronic pain, makes such a timely and informative
guest. Before she was forced to retire, Carmelita saw
many opioid overdose patients come to the ICU, some who
did not survive and some who became violent. She can
discuss what steps people need to take to cope with
opioid withdrawal as well as offer tips for people who
may be coping with mental pain such as sadness,
rejection, and embarrassment or physical pain. She’ll
cover everything from finding the right doctor to help
you on your journey to the importance of building up
your “peace of mind muscles” and using your passion to
motivate yourself to move and get out when you would
just as soon cocoon to avoid more pain. Her book is
“Stop the Pain.” Reach her at (909) 253-1394 or
melykinjo@yahoo.com

14. ==> Roe v Wade at 45

Jan. 22 marks the 45th anniversary of the Supreme Court
decision legalizing abortion, a topic that remains just
as heated as it did back then. This Friday, Jan. 19,
the milestone will be marked by a March for Life by
Catholics in Washington, a march considered so
important that the pope is granting those who
participate an indulgence—forgiveness of their sins.
For some perspective on this, interview Richard
Ruhling, M.D., a board certified internal medicine
doctor who has been a guest on dozens of talk radio
shows discussing current events. Among the topics Dr.
Ruhling can address are: the explosive role indulgences
played in the Protestant Reformation; why today’s
largely Catholic Supreme Court should be able to turn
back the clock on Roe v Wade (and why it should be
easier to give a few indulgences to the justices that
voted to redefine marriage in 2015), and why God should
not be expected to shrug off 60 million abortions when
He punished Egypt for killing babies during the Exodus.
Dr. Ruhling is the author of “God Bless America?”
Contact him at (928) 583-7543; Ruhling7@juno.com

15. ==> Sunday is National Hugging Day

Kevin Zaborney founded National Hugging Day on Jan 21,
1986. 32 years later, it’s still going strong and
getting bigger every year. It’s even gone international
with celebrations in Germany, Sweden, Bulgaria, and
China. This year, the day will be celebrated in a big
way in Los Angeles as Kevin and The Hugging Alliance
try and set three new Guinness World Records: The most
nationalities (the goal is 100) in a group hug, the
first hugs from space, and the most 21-second hugs in a
given amount of time. Invite Zaborney to talk about the
Hug Alliance, how it got started, and why hugs are not
only healthy for our body, mind and well-being, but why
they’re actually essential! The Hug Alliance is a group
of like-minded individuals who truly believe we can
change the world by hugging heart-to-heart. By
spreading the message of embracing all types of people
regardless of social status, race, religion or any
other “label” designed to divide us, they create a
connection of intention called a “hug stream” that
spreads around the world through Hug Mobs and social
media. Contact Emily Maloney at (661) 255-8283;
emily@steveallenmedia.com

01/16/18 RTIR Newsletter: Disaster Prep, Staying Healthy, Fake News and the Free Press

January 16, 2018

01. Hawaii Uh-Oh
02. Roe v Wade at 45
03. America’s Shame: Children Are Its Poorest Citizens
04. Could Drawing Make You Sexier?
05. Boomers: How to Fit into a Younger Workplace
06. What to Do When Single on Valentine’s Day
07. What’s a Rowdy Girl Sanctuary?
08. Late Bloomers Finding Love
09. Could Your Child’s Car Seat Take His Life?
10. Smart People Said No to Resolutions
11. Stay Well When Everyone Else is Sick
12. How Sexual Harassment Affects Your Health
13. Fake News and the Free Press
14. Missing Key for Kicking Alzheimer’s Butt
15. Is Trump Just Like Turkey’s Dictator?
=======================================

1. ==> Hawaii Uh-Oh

Millions of Hawaiians panicked over the weekend when
their cellphones pinged with official messages that the
island was about to be struck by a nuclear missile.
Many people didn’t know what to do during the half hour
before the message was rescinded. Some prayed and
stayed in place hoping for the best. Although disaster
was averted this time, the incident brings to mind that
in these uncertain times with North Korea people lack a
plan for what to do should the worst happen. Robin
Burk, Ph.D., MBA, says it is prudent for all of us to
take some steps in case of attacks. She offers
important steps you can take now to plan for potential
attacks and disasters that could badly disrupt the
systems we often take for granted. Burk’s message is
all the more powerful because of who she is: She was in
charge of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency’s
interdependent networks research and is an expert on
network science. The DTRA is an organization tasked
with safeguarding national infrastructure against
weapons of mass destruction. Burk has been featured in
Wired, on MSNBC and on dozens of radio shows. She is
the author of the book “How to Thrive in an Uncertain
World.” Contact her at (703) 346-4448;
robin.kowalchuk.burk@gmail.com

2. ==> Roe v Wade at 45

Jan. 22 marks the 45th anniversary of the Supreme Court
decision legalizing abortion, a topic that remains just
as heated as it did back then. This Friday, Jan. 19,
the milestone will be marked by a March for Life by
Catholics in Washington, a march considered so
important that the pope is granting those who
participate an indulgence—forgiveness of their sins.
For some perspective on this, interview Richard
Ruhling, M.D., a board-certified internal medicine
doctor who has been a guest on dozens of talk radio
shows discussing current events. Among the topics Dr.
Ruhling can address are: the explosive role indulgences
played in the Protestant Reformation; why today’s
largely Catholic Supreme Court should be able to turn
back the clock on Roe v Wade (and why it should be
easier to give a few indulgences to the justices that
voted to redefine marriage in 2015), and why God should
not be expected to shrug off 60 million abortions when
He punished Egypt for killing babies during the Exodus.
Dr. Ruhling is the author of “God Bless America?”
Contact him at (928) 583-7543 or
mailto:Ruhling7@juno.com?

3. ==> America’s Shame: Children Are Its Poorest
Citizens

A just-released report by The Children’s Defense Fund
paints an appalling picture of America’s most
vulnerable and poorest population: its children. Invite
that organization’s president, Marian Wright Edelman,
on your program to discuss “The State of America’s
Children” report covering poverty, homelessness,
hunger, health issues, education and violence. Among
the findings: More than 12 million public school
students are homeless, 14.8 million children do not get
enough to eat, 3.9 million are not covered by health
insurance and income and wealth inequality is soaring.
Wright Edelman says, “This is one of the scariest times
America’s children have faced in the struggle to level
the playing field as the last 50 years of progress in
child health coverage, nutrition and education are
under assault.” Contact Michele Smith at
msmith@childrensdefense.org

4. ==> Could Drawing Make You Sexier?

If you want to impress someone you don’t know very
well—or to get to know someone whom you’d like to
date—all it might take is a few minutes of your time, a
piece of paper and a pencil. According to Lynn
Matsuoka, considered the best living reportage artist,
the way to draw someone to you is to draw them on
paper! In an interview that works as well for radio as
television, Lynn will explain a simple technique anyone
can employ, even the most artistically impaired,
fearful and untalented, to do quick drawings that will
build connection and foster admiration. And while she
is at it, Lynn can tell stories of what it was like to
take her own drawing skills behind the scenes of such
varied venues as TV shows, concerts, sumo wrestling in
Japan and the Watergate hearings. For 40 years, Lynn
has gotten paid to be a fly on the wall, recording
behind the scenes activities in quick drawings and all
the while heightening her skills of observation. A one
of a kind interview, Lynn is a media favorite. Contact
her at (808) 479-5966;artist@aloha.net

5. ==> Boomers: How to Fit into a Younger Workplace

Hundreds of thousands of talented professionals have
been ousted from the workforce because of their age,
tossed aside and replaced by millennials who are paid
less money. If they’re lucky enough to find new jobs,
they usually end up working for one-third of their old
salaries. Diane Huth, a 67-year-old marketing expert,
has studied this issue from all sides interviewing
millennials, traumatized baby boomers, and CEOs and
what she learned is not only fascinating but can help
countless struggling workers caught in the crosshairs.
Let Diane share 12 ways older workers can adapt to fit
into today’s younger workplace as well as how they can
reinvent themselves by using their talents in new ways
instead of trying to compete with younger workers for
the same jobs they had held decades ago. What she has
to say is nothing short of a new way of looking at
work. Diane’s latest book is “BRAND YOU! To Re-Invent
Your Career.” Contact her at (210) 601-7852;
diane@BrandYouGuide.com

6. ==> What to Do When Single on Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day can be tough when you are single and
don’t have anyone special in your life while all your
friends are married, getting engaged or having babies
and posting on social media about it. Jennie Lynn can
help the lovelorn for whom Valentine’s Day is not about
hearts—unless they are broken—and flowers but sadness
and rejection. As the author of “Magnetic Love: Stop
Chasing What You Want…Start Attracting It,” she can
help the unattached find their soul mate, discover how
their subconscious may be sabotaging their dating and
learn to bulletproof themselves from relationship faux
pas preventing them from finding and keeping love
forever. Jennie Lynn knows firsthand what it was like
to be single at Valentine’s Day before discovering her
own relationship blocks. Contact her at (508) 965-3053
or jennielynn@jennielynn.com

7. ==> What’s a Rowdy Girl Sanctuary?

The name sounds fun but Rowdy Girl Sanctuary is a
serious business. As Renee King-Sonnen, its executive
director and founder, will explain, the sanctuary is
the first beef cattle ranch to convert from selling
animals for slaughter to becoming a vegan farm animal
sanctuary. In fact, located as it is in the heart of
cattle country, the Rowdy Girl is so unusual that it
will be featured on Animal Planet’s “The Vet Life” show
Feb. 3. But you can interview Sonnen first. She can
answer such questions as: What was behind her decision
to make such a dramatic switch? How can we treat
animals more humanely? What are some things meat eaters
would be surprised to learn? Contact: Mark Goldman,
(516) 639.0988; mark@goldmanmccormick.com

8. ==> Late Bloomers Finding Love

9. ==> Could Your Child’s Car Seat Take His Life?

Car seats are known to save children’s lives but
research shows that up to 73 percent of them are
incorrectly installed, putting children at risk. Ten
years ago, Kristiane Cates was driving with her two
young children when she was distracted by a stray
eyelash. During the brief time she took her eyes off
the highway her minivan struck a slow-moving dump
truck. She and her daughter survived the crash but her
eight-year-old son suffered fatal internal injuries
caused by his tight-fitting seatbelt. Cates is
convinced he would have survived had he been in a
properly installed booster seat. She’ll discuss the 3
most common car seat installation errors as well as why
we need to forgive ourselves for being less-than-
perfect parents. The author of “The Golden Thread: A
Memoir on Daring to Thrive in Crisis,” Kristiane Cates
is a speaker and a crisis coach. She hosts the “30
Seconds” podcast on iTunes and Google Play. Contact her
at (310) 601-0670; info@kristianecates.com

10. ==> Smart People Said No to Resolutions

Andro Donovan has two words for people who didn’t
decide to join a gym, lose five pounds, eat less
chocolate or be nicer to their in-laws for the new
year: Well done! The author of “Motivate Yourself: Get
the Life You Want, Find Purpose and Achieve Fulfilment”
says, “Resolutions are dramas waiting to happen. They
are expectations that you are going to fail after your
good intentions peter out.” She says, “What works is a
desire or intention to slightly steer yourself in the
direction you want to go, a gentle steering away from
what didn’t work and a steering into where you want to
take your life.” Andro Donovan is a leadership
development specialist. In 1990 she set up the
Hemingways Group, a leadership development, and
corporate transformation consultancy. She is best known
for her life-changing retreats which take place around
the world. Contact her at +4407711238410;
andro@trend.co.uk; andro@androdonovan.com; Skype:
andro.donovan1

11. ==> Stay Well When Everyone Else is Sick

The country is getting walloped with the flu. Influenza
is widespread in 46 states, according to reports to the
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Nationally, as of mid-December, at least 106 people had
died from the infectious disease. So, is there anything
you can do to avoid getting sick? Learn healthy
strategies that can prevent most colds and flu, and
minimize symptoms, as well as what single intervention
reduced type A flu 50 percent in children (hint: it
wasn’t the flu vaccine) from Jim Roach, M.D. His
approach has been so successful he no longer utilizes
the flu vaccine in his practice. Dr. Roach is a leading
integrative practitioner who has appeared on numerous
radio and TV programs, is a speaker, consultant,
educator, researcher, and widely sought clinician with
patients from across the country. He is
also the author of “God’s House Calls” which discusses
spiritual near-death experiences of his patients and
seeks to de-stigmatize spiritual experiences. Contact
Dr. Roach at (859) 846-4453 (office); jproach@aol.com

12. ==> How Sexual Harassment Affects Your Health

One in four women have experienced sexual assault and
75 percent of women have been the target of harassment.
Dr. Katherine Kelly says the #MeToo
movement marks more than the empowerment of women, it
may start a trend for the improvement of women’s
health. Research concerning the health impact of sexual
assault has long confirmed that women who have been
assaulted, abused, and/or harassed suffer both
emotional and physical consequences including acute
stress, PTSD, depression, anxiety, substance abuse,
miscarriage, preterm birth, eating disorders, and
obesity (with more than 75 percent of obese women
reporting unwanted sexual advances). Katherine Kelly,
Ph.D., M.S.P.H., is a licensed holistic psychologist in
her own psychotherapy and consulting practice in
Winston-Salem. She’s the author of “Soul Health:
Aligning with Spirit for Radiant Living.” Contact her
at (336) 406-8431; kkelly@drkatherinetkelly.com or
ktkelly101@earthlink.net

13. ==> Fake News and the Free Press

The Free Press has been under assault lately with the
president trying to discredit journalists and limit
their access to information. Invite Michael McCray, a
public interest advocate and expert on whistleblowing,
to discuss the importance of journalism, whistleblowers
and the role of the First Amendment. McCray was
personally bullied, intimidated and retaliated against
after he reported improprieties at his federal job
before being forced out. He says America needs
principled individuals now more than ever. McCray is a
sought-after speaker and the author of the forthcoming
“Truth, Transparency & Accountability: Wade Rathke and
The Fall of ACORN” and “Race, Power & Politics: Memoirs
of an ACORN Whistleblower.” Contact him at (870)
543-0024; mccray.michael@gmail.com.

14. ==> .Missing Key for Kicking Alzheimer’s Butt

There are many suggestions emerging on how various
diets and exercise regimens can help prevent and even
reverse Alzheimer’s but Michael Morgan, LMT, CST-D.,
says thus far, they’ve all been missing a key element:
CranioSacral Therapy. He says, when consistently
applied, the gentle, easily learned, affordable
technique can significantly roll back Alzheimer’s and
dementia in a few weeks. Invite Morgan to discuss his
research, explain what craniosacral therapy is (it’s
also being used by NFL players and children with
autism) and ways it can increase longevity. Morgan,
who’s been researching Alzheimer’s and dementia since
2008, was inspired to do so in part after watching his
stepmother and sister-in-law succumb to the disease.
He’s a well-known instructor of CranioSacral Therapy
and teaches the technique all over the world. His book
is “Preventing Alzheimer’s in Just 10 Minutes a Day
with the BodyEnergy Prescription and CranioSacral
Therapy.” Contact Kathy Regganie at (630) 567-8383;
kathy@bodyenergy.net

15. ==> Is Trump Just Like Turkey’s Dictator?

When allegations of corruption arose in his
administration he said it was a witch hunt and insisted
that his former political opponent be investigated
instead of him. Eventually he fired the people
investigating him. You might think we are talking about
Donald Trump but no, the “he” referred to was former
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who is now
that country’s president. Brian Klaas will discuss the
parallels between Erdogan and Trump as a cautionary
tale of how the former made the investigation against
him go away even as he ramped up his authoritarian
powers. Could the same thing happen here? Klass says,
“We know how the story ended in Turkey. We must not let
Trump write the same ending here, one tweet at a time.”
Brian Klaas is a fellow at the London School of
Economics, a Washington Post Global Opinions
contributing writer and the author of “The Despot’s
Apprentice: Donald Trump’s Attack on Democracy.”
Contact him at b.klaas at lse.ac.uk

01/11/18 RTIR Newsletter: Flu Season, Sexual Harassment and your Health, Music and Winter Blues

January 11, 2018

01. It’s Time to Bomb North Korea
02. 200,000 Salvadorans Told to Leave
03. Feds Should Butt Out of State-Legal Pot
04. It’s a Doozy of a Flu Season
05. Secrets of Top Chefs
06. The Legal Answer to #MeToo
07. How Sexual Harassment Affects Your Health
08. No More Silence – Speak Your Truth
09. Fake News, Journalists and the Free Press
10. Prevent Alzheimer’s in 10 Minutes a Day
11. Time to Rethink Your Retirement Strategy?
12. Boomers: How to Fit into a Younger Workplace
13. Your Car Seat Is Probably Installed Wrong
14. Turn Up the Music to Beat Winter Blues
15. Your Pet Owns You (and You Don’t Care!)
=======================================

1. ==> It’s Time to Bomb North Korea

Edward Luttwak believes the US should do to North Korea
what Israel did to Iraq in 1981, and to Syria in 2007 —
namely, use well-aimed conventional weapons to deny
nuclear weapons to regimes that shouldn’t have
firearms, let alone weapons of mass destruction.
“Fortunately, there is still time for Washington to
launch such an attack to destroy North Korea’s nuclear
arsenal. It should be earnestly considered rather than
rejected out of hand,” according to Luttwak. He says,
“For now, it seems clear that U.S. military authorities
have foreclosed a pre-emptive military option. But the
United States could still spare the world the vast
dangers of a North Korea with nuclear-armed long-range
missiles if it acts in the remaining months before they
become operational.” Edward Luttwak is a senior
associate at the Center for Strategic and International
Studies and the author of “Strategy: The Logic of War
and Peace.” Contact H. Andrew Schwartz at (202)
775-3242; aschwartz@csis.org

2. ==> 200,000 Salvadorans Told to Leave

Joseph Nevins believes the Trump Administration’s
decision to end Temporary Protected Status for
approximately 200,000 Salvadorans residing in the
United States is abhorrent. “In addition to being part
and parcel of its war on immigrants (particularly low-
income ones), it is a denial of U.S. responsibility for
much of what drives Salvadorans to flee their homeland
and makes life there unviable.” He adds, “The roots of
El Salvador’s high murder rate, for example — it is one
of the most dangerous countries in the world — lie in
U.S. support for its right-wing government and the
grossly unjust political-economic order it defended
during the 1980s. During that decade, Washington helped
fuel the country’s civil war by providing hundreds of
millions of dollars in aid, and various forms of
assistance to its brutal military.” Joseph Nevins is
professor of geography at Vassar College. His books
include “Dying to Live: A Story of U.S. Immigration in
an Age of Global Apartheid.” Contact him at
jonevins@vassar.edu, @jonevins1

3. ==> Feds Should Butt Out of State-Legal Pot

A new HuffPost/YouGov poll finds that most Americans
oppose federal action against state-legal marijuana
operations. Last week, Attorney General Jeff Sessions
rescinded a set of Obama-era memos that had effectively
discouraged federal prosecutors from targeting cannabis
operations that were in compliance with state law. A
total of eight states have now legalized marijuana for
recreational use. But the poll finds that 56 percent
oppose federal efforts to stop the sale and use of
marijuana in states where it’s been legalized, with 44
percent expressing strong opposition. 30 percent of
respondents would support such action, another and 14
percent said they weren’t sure. Other survey results
found that although the GOP often portrays itself as
the party of states’ rights, Republican respondents
were by far the most likely to express support for a
federal crackdown on state-legal cannabis operations.
More than half said they’d support such action,
compared to less than a quarter of either Democrats or
Independents. Nick Wing is a senior reporter at
HuffPost and Ariel Edwards-Levy is the HuffPost’s
polling director. Contact Wing at nickw@huffpost.com,
@nickpwing or Edwards-Levy at @aedwardslevy

4. ==> It’s a Doozy of a Flu Season

The country is getting walloped with the flu! Influenza
is widespread in 46 states, according to reports to the
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Nationally, as of mid-December, at least 106 people had
died from the infectious disease. So, is there anything
you can do to avoid getting sick? Learn healthy
strategies that can prevent most colds and flu, and
minimize symptoms, as well as what single intervention
reduced type A flu 50% in children. (it wasn’t the
vaccine!) His office approach has been so successful he
no longer utilizes flu vaccine. Jim Roach, MD, is a
leading integrative practitioner who has appeared on
numerous radio and TV programs, is a speaker,
consultant, educator, researcher, and widely sought
clinician with patients from across the country. He is
also author of “God’s House Calls” which discusses
spiritual near-death experiences of his patients and
seeks to de-stigmatize spiritual experiences. Contact
Dr. Roach at (859) 846-4453 (office); jproach@aol.com

5. ==> Secrets of Top Chefs

For all the foodies out there (and those who wish they
could be more creative in the kitchen), invite James
Beard Award-winning author Karen Page to share
inspiration and creative tips from the world’s top
chefs. Not your usual cooking conversation, Page’s
chef-approved advice ranges from flavor pairings for
marijuana, to Damian Sansonetti’s idea of grinding
Italian rice to make gluten-free gnocchi, to the dishes
top chefs cook on Super Bowl Sunday. Page, creator of
“The Flavor Bible” is the author “Kitchen Creativity:
Unlocking Culinary Genius,” a guide to a more inventive
and intuitive approach to cooking (without recipes!) It
includes secrets and strategies from more than 100
leading culinary minds. Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at
(703) 646-5137 or Megan Bonomo at (703) 646-5188.

6. ==> The Legal Answer to #MeToo

The global #MeToo & #TimesUp movements cast a long
shadow over the Golden Globes, the first major awards
show since the Harvey Weinstein scandal rocked the
entertainment industry. Several presenters and winners
proclaimed it was time for change and Joyce Short, the
author of two books on sexual assault, agrees. She
suggests a critical next step include changing and
standardizing our laws. “The word ‘consent’ is the most
misunderstood in the English language. Our penal codes
must standardize the true meaning of consent across the
US, and hopefully, beyond.” Short, a sexual abuse
survivor, will explain the meaning of consent and share
what #FGKIA is (Freely Given Knowledgeable and Informed
Agreement) and why it’s vital for combating sex crimes.
She’ll also discuss the importance of the ItsOnUs
Pledge endorsed by President Obama and VP Biden. Joyce
Short is the author of “Carnal Abuse by Deceit” and
“Combating Romance Scams, Why Lying to Get Laid Is a
Crime!” Contact her at (917) 517-8572; short.jm@aol.com

7. ==> How Sexual Harassment Affects Your Health

One in four women have experienced sexual assault and
seventy-five percent of women have been the target of
harassment. Dr. Katherine Kelly says the #MeToo
movement marks more than the empowerment of women, it
may start a trend for the improvement of women’s
health. Research concerning the health impact of sexual
assault has long confirmed that women who have been
assaulted, abused, and/or harassed suffer both
emotional and physical consequences including acute
stress, PTSD, depression, anxiety, substance abuse,
gynecological concerns, miscarriage, preterm birth,
eating disorders, and even obesity (with over seventy-
five percent of obese women reporting unwanted sexual
advances). Katherine Kelly, Ph.D., M.S.P.H. is a
licensed holistic psychologist in her own psychotherapy
and consulting practice in Winston-Salem, North
Carolina. She’s the author of “Soul Health: Aligning
with Spirit for Radiant Living.” Contact her at (336)
406-8431; kkelly@drkatherinetkelly.com or
ktkelly101@earthlink.net

8. ==> No More Silence – Speak Your Truth

The Golden Globes were a picture of solidarity for the
#MeToo movement—an inspiring moment long overdue!
However, there is another elephant in the room—social
silence. “Social silence is a choice we make to protect
ourselves temporarily form the fallout of speaking up,
granting us anonymity and financial security. As it is
not a solution to a problem, it simply makes matters
worse, making it a bigger problem,” says Marina Shakour
Haber. “The consequences are the silent cries of the
abused–the powerless, the meek, the poor, the young and
innocent, when there was something that could have been
done to stop it.” Marina adds, “Speak your truth in the
moment. Don’t wait until it’s a movement.” Marina
Shakour Haber is a speaker and the author of “Dream A
Better Dream: Change Your Mind to Save the World.”
Contact her at (561) 345-3166; (973) 725-0017 (cell) or
marina.shakour@gmail.com

9. ==> Fake News, Journalists and the Free Press

How much do most of us truly understand about why
journalists do what they do and why the Constitution
affords protection for free expression? The ‘Free
Press’ has been under assault lately with the president
trying to discredit journalists and limit their access
to information. Invite Michael McCray, a public
interest advocate and expert on whistleblowing, to
discuss the importance of journalism, whistleblowers
and the role of the First Amendment. McCray was
personally bullied, intimidated and retaliated against
after he reported improprieties at his federal job
before being forced out. He says America needs
principled individuals now more than ever. McCray is a
sought-after speaker and the author of the forthcoming
“Truth, Transparency & Accountability: Wade Rathke and
The Fall of ACORN” and “Race, Power & Politics: Memoirs
of an ACORN Whistleblower.” Contact him at (870)
543-0024; mccray.michael@gmail.com.

10. ==> Prevent Alzheimer’s in 10 Minutes a Day

11. ==> Time to Rethink Your Retirement Strategy?

12. ==> Boomers: How to Fit into a Younger Workplace

Hundreds of thousands of talented professionals have
been ousted from the workforce because of their age,
tossed aside and replaced by millennials who are paid
less money. If they’re lucky enough to find new jobs,
they usually end up working for one-third of their old
salaries. Diane Huth, a 67-year-old marketing expert,
has studied this issue from all sides interviewing
millennials, traumatized baby boomers and CEOs and what
she learned is not only fascinating but can help
countless struggling workers caught in the crosshairs.
Let Diane share 12 ways older workers can adapt to fit
into today’s younger workplace as well as how they can
reinvent themselves by using their talents in new ways
instead of trying to compete with younger workers for
the same jobs they had held decades ago. What she has
to say is nothing short of a new way of looking at
work. Diane’s latest book is “BRAND YOU! To Re-Invent
Your Career.” Contact her at (210) 601-7852;
diane@BrandYouGuide.com

13. ==> Your Car Seat Is Probably Installed Wrong

14. ==> Turn Up the Music to Beat Winter Blues

15. ==> Your Pet Owns You (and You Don’t Care!)

Why do we devote so much of our time and income to
grooming, feeding, coddling, photographing, praising,
providing laps for, and “entertaining” our pets? Jeff
Lazarus, the author of the humorous “Catakism” and
“Dogtology” books, will explore the fanatical obsession
we have with our furry, four-legged friends. Jeff, a
life-long dog and cat lover, believes we can learn a
lot from our pets, including how to learn to be a
better listener by taking cues from our canine
companions. Invite him for a fun, interesting show that
your listeners will relate to, whether they have a pet
or know someone who takes pet parenting to a whole new
level. A health science consultant with an MBA from
Pepperdine University, Lazarus taught public speaking
at the university level and conducted numerous
workshops on listening, presentation skills, and
customer engagement. His book “Listen Like a Dog”
combines his love of dogs with his ideas on listening.
Reach him at (949) 379-9624;
Jeff@brandedwithauthority.com

01/09/18 RTIR E-zine: Black Gowns, Sumo Wrestling, Hands-On Parenting

January 9, 2018

01. Black Gowns Won’t Eradicate Misogyny
02. The Legal Solution to #MeToo
03. The Problem Isn’t Trump, It’s Us
04. Civility in Politics: Former WH Social Secretaries
05. Why the Free Press Matters
06. Does Your Dog or Cat Own You? Yes!
07. Buckle Up for a Wild 2018
08. Inside the World of Sumo Wrestling
09. Forget Resolutions: Small Steps to Health
10. 2018 – Review Your Retirement Strategy
11. January is Time to Check Business Health
12. Could Your Car Seat Kill Your Child?
13. Train You Brain for Less Pain in 2018
14. Hands-On Parenting (Really!) – Kid Massage
15. Go Ahead, Give a Hug
=======================================

1. ==> Black Gowns Won’t Eradicate Misogyny

Everyone was talking about Oprah Winfrey’s rousing
speech at the Golden Globes Sunday night. Roxanne Jones
said it was a beautiful moment and just what the Globes
needed. But she adds, “If only eradicating misogyny
were as simple as a wardrobe change.” Jones, a founding
editor of ESPN Magazine and former vice president at
ESPN, says, “It will take more than a fashion statement
to change the culture of abuse and harassment that
working women face — from Hollywood to the White
House. But the Golden Globes protest should get praise
for pushing this #MeToo conversation forward.” She
adds, “While it’s critical that we keep finding our
voices, we also need to move past victimhood and
mobilize to develop mechanisms to ensure our abusers
are held accountable. It’s time to address the
imbalance of power in the workplace and help develop
more women leaders.” Jones is CEO of PUSH Marketing
Group and a CNN contributor. She’s co-author of “Say it
Loud: An Illustrated History of the Black Athlete” and
talks politics, sports and culture weekly on
Philadelphia’s WURD radio. Contact her at
@iamroxannejones

2. ==> The Legal Solution to #MeToo

3. ==> The Problem Isn’t Trump, It’s Us

4. ==> Civility in Politics: Former WH Social
Secretaries

Former White House social secretaries Lea Berman, who
worked for George and Laura Bush, and Jeremy Bernard,
who worked for Michelle and Barack Obama, are teaming
up to show how people from opposite ends of the
political spectrum and different walks of life can work
productively together by treating one another with
civility and respect. These Washington insiders will
share what they’ve learned through their glamorous (and
sometimes harrowing) moments with celebrities, foreign
leaders and the most unpredictable of animals—the
American politician. From both the Republican and
Democratic perspectives, they tackle issues such as
confidence, humor, loyalty, owning your mistakes,
virtual manners and dealing with difficult people.
Their concrete tips on navigating a politically divided
world are especially timely. Berman and Bernard are the
authors of “Treating People Well: The Extraordinary
Power of Civility at Work and in Life.” Contact Johanna
Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137 or Megan Bonomo at (703)
646-5188.

5. ==> Why the Free Press Matters

6. ==> Does Your Dog or Cat Own You? Yes!

7. ==> Buckle Up for a Wild 2018

Will 2018 be a record year or a disastrous one? How far
will North Korea and Donald Trump push the nuclear
option? Will Iran’s protestors fail or prevail? Will
Brexit happen? And domestically; Will overheated
markets crash? What will come of ongoing—and
threatened—investigations in Washington, D.C.? No
matter where you are on the political spectrum, Dr.
Robin Burk says to expect a roller coaster ride. She’ll
explain what to do to take advantage of this year’s
opportunities and prepare for potential disasters and
disruptions. Robin Burk, MBA Ph.D., says there are real
risks ahead and real potential for unexpected progress
and both are likely to come in ways we’re not
expecting. Dr. Burk managed research in complex systems
at the Defense Threat Reduction Agency, the U.S.
counter-WMD center, and elsewhere. She’s the author of
“Check Your Connections: How to Thrive in an Uncertain
World.” Reach her at (703) 346-4448;
robin.kowalchuk.burk@gmail.com

8. ==> Inside the World of Sumo Wrestling

Lynn Matsuoka, a slender brunette from New York City,
is the only foreign woman to wed one of Japan’s top
sumo wrestlers. Although no longer married to him, she
is one of the top experts on sumo wrestling in the
world and can answer any question about Japan’s
national sport. Ask Lynn: What was it like to be
married to a sumo wrestler? What do sumo wrestlers eat?
How do they gain entry into the sport? What do they
wear in public? Why are many top wrestlers foreigners?
A high-energy storyteller, Lynn gained entry into this
cloistered world through her art: she’s a legendary
reportage artist whose drawings quickly capture details
of hidden worlds, not only in sumo but also in theater,
TV shows and concerts. Well-known worldwide as a sumo
color commentator, Lynn has done hundreds of
interviews. Contact her at (808) 479-5966;
artist@aloha.net

9. ==> Forget Resolutions: Small Steps to Health

The #1 New Year’s resolution concerns health: how to
avoid getting sick or feel better. Invite Reena Jadhav
to share seven small resolutions that will have a big
impact on your health. Reena suffered colon cancer at
35 and a more serious illness at 45 but found no relief
until she took control of her own health. This Harvard-
educated MBA and Wharton undergrad was told by doctors
that she couldn’t have colon cancer. They attributed
her symptoms to aging and prescribed steroids for the
rest of her life. Refusing to accept that, she started
her own journey to healing which includes taking a 20-
minute vacation every day to going barefoot and
repairing DNA while you sleep (she’ll tell you the
trick). Reena is the author of “My Heal Journal,” and
the upcoming “New You,” which reveals small steps for
going from tired, achy and sick to vibrant, energetic
and strong. Reach her at (650) 346-2500;
reena1892@gmail.com

10. ==> 2018 – Review Your Retirement Strategy

11. ==> January is Time to Check Business Health

It’s January and many of your listeners are thinking
about their health and fitness. But those who are in
business for themselves should also be focusing on
wellness checks to keep their company’s competitive
edge. So says marketing pro Claudia Newcorn, who notes
that too many companies fail to check their business’s
pulse opting to react to the market instead of leading
it. Claudia can discuss smart marketing tactics to use
in the New Year to propel business to new heights and
five business health checks to make. Listeners who
don’t have their own business may get ideas to share
with their bosses to make themselves look good (and to
ensure that their jobs don’t go away). Claudia Newcorn,
MBA, is a strategic marketing consultant and the author
of “Zipline to Success: Fast-Track Marketing Strategies
to Accelerate Your Sales & Profits.” A favorite of
media, she once hosted her own TV show. Reach her at
(209) 204-0502; Claudia@ZiplineToSuccess.com

12. ==> Could Your Car Seat Kill Your Child?

13. ==> Train You Brain for Less Pain in 2018

With the dawn of a new year in an era when life spans
are being cut short by opioid addiction, people are
hungry for alternatives to those powerful drugs. That’s
why Carmelita Kinjo, a former ICU nurse who suffered
her own serious on-the-job injury that left her in
chronic pain, makes such a timely and informative
guest. Before she was forced to retire, Carmelita saw
many opioid overdose patients come to the ICU, some who
did not survive and some who became violent. She can
discuss what steps people need to take to cope with
opioid withdrawal as well as offer tips for people who
may be coping with mental pain such as sadness,
rejection, and embarrassment or physical pain. She’ll
cover everything from finding the right doctor to help
you on your journey to the importance of building up
your “peace of mind muscles” and using your passion to
motivate yourself to move and get out when you would
just as soon cocoon to avoid more pain. Her book is
“Stop the Pain.” Reach her at (909) 253-1394 or
melykinjo@yahoo.com

14. ==> Hands-On Parenting (Really!) – Kid Massage

Neuroscience now verifies that from conception through
about age 6 human brain growth is at its peak. Science
also shows that human touch is an essential part of our
cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development.
Robert Toporek says, “The power and importance of touch
in human growth development cannot be overstated.” The
author of “Hands-On Parenting” will explain the many
benefits of baby massage, from increased motor skill
development to social development and even better
digestion and gas relief. But Toporek says massage is
also your child’s best defense against the damages
caused by tension, stress, and life’s traumas. Toporek
has been working with babies, children, and their
families since 1966 when he began working in a refugee
village in Vietnam. He is a Rolf practitioner, taught
by Dr. Ida P. Rolf, the creator of Rolfing, and her
son. Contact him at (484) 744-1868;
teamchildren@teamchildren.com

15. ==> Go Ahead, Give a Hug

12/14/17 RTIR Newsletter: Net Neutrality, Christmas Carol Quiz, Sex Addiction

December 14, 2017

01. GOP Trying to Erase 100 Years of History
02. GOP Tax Bill: What’s Really in There?
03. Foreign Policy Expert on Russia and More
04. Net Neutrality Vote Today
05. Fox News’ Unbalanced and Unfair Treatment of Women
06. Coping with Wildfires’ Lingering Effects
07. Can You Pass a Xmas Carol Quiz?
08. We Love Classic Christmas Specials
09. Avoid a Holiday Spending Hangover
10. Bond, Don’t Bicker: Share Family Stories
11. Buon Natale – An Italian-Style Christmas Feast
12. Budget-Savvy Wedding Tips
13. Sex Addiction: The Intimacy Substitute
14. Affordable Care Sign-Up Ends Friday
15. Stars of Marriage Boot Camp
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1. ==> GOP Trying to Erase 100 Years of History

Although the Republican tax plan is still in the
process of becoming law, Joseph Ellis says the plan
repudiates the social contract that laid the
foundations for the American dream for much of the 20th
century. He says, “That social contract was a bargain
brokered between capitalism and democracy. Corporate
America would be permitted to pursue its profits in the
marketplace on the condition that wealth was
distributed to assure a robust middle class. The
economic pie would grow in accord with capitalistic
principles, while the pieces of the pie would be shared
in accord with democratic principles.” But, he adds,
“In our new Gilded Age there is no need for negotiation
between two sides. Capitalism has bought democracy.
There is no social contract because there is no such
thing as ‘we the people,’ only winners and losers, or
in the Ayn Rand formulation, givers and takers. The
American Dream has become, well, a dream.” Joseph Ellis
is an American historian who won the Pulitzer Prize for
his book, “Founding Fathers.” He is the author of the
forthcoming “American Dialogue: The Founders and Us.”
Contact him at info@JosephEllisHistorian.com or
Gabrielle Brooks at (212) 572-2195;
gbrooks@randomhouse.com

2. ==> GOP Tax Bill: What’s Really in There?

Trying to unravel who wins and who loses in the new tax
overhaul plans? Tax expert Richard Kaplan says, “A
leading principle of the tax ‘reform’ bills — both the
House and Senate versions — is clearly to reward donors
to the Republican party. It lessens taxes on
businesses, especially capital intensive rather than
labor intensive business. In contrast, people who work
for a living are not seeing much benefit, in some
cases, they may see increases, especially because of
the end of state and local taxes write-offs.” Kaplan
can discuss the new tax-favored category of income
called ‘pass-through’ income, as well as how the plans
would affect Medicare and Medicaid. Richard Kaplan
holds a chair at the University of Illinois School of
Law and is a leading expert on taxation. His books
include “Advanced Taxation” and “Elder Law.” Contact
him at rkaplan@illinois.edu

3. ==> Foreign Policy Expert on Russia and More

Daniel McAdams, executive director of the Ron Paul
Institute for Peace & Prosperity can discuss issues
including US-Russia relations, US foreign policy and
the failure of US interventionism, Civil liberties and
the militarization of police, as well as the
intelligence community and surveillance. Daniel McAdams
is Co-host of the Ron Paul Liberty Report, a daily
Internet news and discussion program. He was senior
advisor to US Rep. Ron Paul (R-TX) on foreign policy,
military, intelligence, civil liberties, and
immigration from 2001 until Paul’s retirement in 2013.
Before that he spent seven years covering the political
transition in Eastern Europe from Budapest, Hungary.
His writing has been featured widely in the US and
international press and he is a frequent guest on
television and radio programs worldwide. Contact Ryan
McCormick at (516) 901-1103.

4. ==> Net Neutrality Vote Today

The Republican-led Federal Communications Commission is
scheduled to vote today on a controversial plan to
repeal Obama-era net neutrality protections. The repeal
is expected to pass on a party-line vote. Net
Neutrality was designed to ensure Internet service
providers treat all web content equally by preventing
providers from throttling, blocking, and paid
prioritization—”fast lanes” for sites that pay, and
slow lanes for everyone else. FCC Chairman Ajit Pai is
a former Verizon lawyer and Mary Alice Crim of the Free
Press Action Fund says, “His plan is expected to
contain a ‘total repeal’ of Net Neutrality protections,
posing a grave threat to the future of freedom of
expression, access to information, and small businesses
particularly for communities of color and low income
communities.” Free Press is a media democracy advocacy
group. Contact Tim Karr at tkarr@freepress.net;
@freepress

5. ==> Fox News’ Unbalanced and Unfair Treatment of
Women

The late Roger Ailes no longer runs Fox News and Bill
O’Reilly is gone from the anchor chair but, according
to Nita Wiggins, who worked for the Fox affiliate in
Dallas for a decade, inferior assignments and poor
video quality control limited how far she, as a woman,
could go in the organization. Wiggins can share her
personal discrimination story of sabotage by a male
colleague and the inaction by her bosses to correct the
behavior she reported to them. Wiggins’ health and
career, as well as that of other female TV employees,
were adversely affected by institutionalized sexual and
racial discrimination. Today Wiggins is a journalism
professor at ESJ-Paris (l’Ecole Supérieure de
Journalisme de Paris in France) where she is helping to
train the next generation of journalists to avoid
stereotypes in interview choices for stories and in
hiring for the news team. Her upcoming book, “Civil
Rights Baby: My Story of Race, Sports, and Breaking
Barriers in American Journalism” is the story of her 20
years in American television. Reach her at
nitadallas@yahoo.com; or @MsNitaWiggins

6. ==> Coping with Wildfires’ Lingering Effects

As firefighters continue to battle wildfires in
Southern California many people are struggling to put
their lives back together. People lost their homes and
businesses, 95,000 were evacuated and others were
coping with smoke and water damage and breathing
issues. Former ICU nurse Carmelita Kinjo of Loma Linda,
Calif., has initiated working with churches in the
affected areas to provide resources to those displaced
or devastated by the wildfires. Interview Carmelita to
find out ways victims can cope with their sorrow,
anxiety, fear, and nightmares which left unchecked can
lead to serious illnesses. Carmelita has some firsthand
experience with fires and the panic they can bring and
she also knows what it is like to have to restart your
life after a traumatic event. Her new book is “Stop the
Pain.” Contact her at (909) 253-1394 or
melykinjo@yahoo.com

7. ==> Can You Pass a Xmas Carol Quiz?

This time of year It’s nearly impossible to escape
Christmas carols. But how much do your listeners really
know about them? You’ll find out when you interview
actress and professional carol company owner Renae
Baker. For example, do you know which of these songs
were written by a Jewish songwriter: “White Christmas,”
“Rudolph, The Red-Nosed Reindeer,” or “Silver Bells”?
Will they be able to identify which wars were
temporarily stopped by carols? Or what secret code lies
behind “The 12 Days of Christmas”? Listening to holiday
music will be a lot more fun after interviewing Renae,
who if time permits, might sing a carol on your show.
She runs the caroling company I S.M.I.L.E in New York
Productions, whose Broadway trained singers include
Christians, Jews, Buddhists, and atheists. Contact her
at (917) 509-9022; ismileny@gmail.com

8. ==> We Love Classic Christmas Specials

Before cable TV and computerized animation, millions of
kids waited all year to see their favorite holiday
classics like Frosty the Snowman and Rudolph the Red-
Nosed Reindeer. But the shows remain classics as
parents now share them with their children, or indulge
in some nostalgia. Invite Rankin/Bass Productions’
official historian/biographer Rick Goldschmidt to share
trivia about the Christmas specials including who made
them and how they did it. He’ll also tell you which
special is the longest running, highest rated TV
special of all time. Goldschmidt is the author of
several books including the new, 20th Anniversary
Edition of his acclaimed “The Enchanted World of
Rankin/Bass.” Rick is also the lead singer and
guitarist for the band The Starving Artists and has
recorded with members of Gin Blossoms. Contact him at
(708) 476-1964; rickgoldsc@aol.com

9. ==> Avoid a Holiday Spending Hangover

According to economists, this holiday season will be
robust as confident consumers freely open their
wallets. But how can people avoid going overboard,
ending up with a holiday spending hangover they’ll be
coping with well into the New Year? Patricia Davis
knows. Invite her on-air ASAP to discuss ways to have a
jolly time without spending your last dime. She’ll
cover everything from creative ways to give thoughtful
presents that don’t cost a lot to why re-gifting is not
a dirty word. Davis is the author of “Going Broke Is No
Joke.” She holds an MBA from Stanford, a master’s
degree in personal financial planning from Golden Gate
University and a certificate from Georgetown
University’s Stonier Graduate School of Banking and
Finance. Reach her at (301) 249-2261;
davisfinancial373@msn.com

10. ==> Bond, Don’t Bicker: Share Family Stories

For most families, a good portion of the holidays is
spent around the dinner table with friends and
relatives who may or may not be on their best behavior
and may, if left untended, insist on turning the
holiday table into their own political soapboxes. But,
according to Robb Lucy, a little planning can help
people avoid standing helplessly by as their dinner
table devolves into a political battlefield. In fact,
Lucy maintains, there is a way to turn this year’s
Hanukkah and Christmas dinners into priceless
opportunities for laughter, listening and learning new
things about friends and family members. The author of
“How Will You Be Remembered?” will share ways to get
the conversation started and how it can bring families
closer. He’ll also discuss what a legacy is, why it’s
not just packaging up all your wealth and divvying it
up to the kids, and how anyone can write their own
legacy letter that tells the world the values you lived
by, and the story of how you lived each value. A
journalist, writer, and producer, Robb Lucy is the
author of the “How Will You Be Remembered: A Guide to
Creating and Enjoying Your Legacies Now.” Contact him
at (604) 874-7700; rlucy@createmylegacy.com

11. ==> Buon Natale – An Italian-Style Christmas Feast

Italians love any holiday that brings together friends
and family (and of course food!), but the Christmas
season is much anticipated as one of Italy’s most
celebrated holidays. Natale is an exciting occasion to
cook up some best-loved family recipes and dine with
friends and family. If you really want to celebrate
Christmas Italian-style, invite food blogger and author
Dominic Condo to discuss the many ways Italians
incorporate their traditions and culture into holiday
dishes, from Christmas Eve’s Feast of the Seven Fishes
to biscotti and panettone. Not sure what to serve?
Dom’s got some great ideas for feeding a crowd Italian-
style. Dom shares traditional (and personally updated)
Italian American recipes and the family stories that go
along with them on his blog, Cucina Domenico, and his
podcasts. His new book is “A Little of This and Some of
That.” Contact him at (484) 680-2176 (PA);
info@domskitchen.com

12. ==> Budget-Savvy Wedding Tips

With the average wedding costing more than $35,000,
doing what you can to rein in wedding expenses is a
priority for budget-conscious couples and their
families. Luckily, internationally known wedding gown
designer Rani St. Pucchi is available to offer her best
tips for spending less without sacrificing anything.
Rani, who has worked with more than 15,000 brides since
launching her St. Pucchi Bridal House more than 30
years ago, explains how to reap significant savings by
skipping a Saturday wedding, shortening the height of
your wedding cake, marrying in January or February,
charging everything on a credit card with a reward
program and saving on wedding rings. She’s the author
of “Your Bridal Style; Everything You Need to Know to
Design the Wedding of Your Dreams,” and has dressed
countless celebrities. Reach her at (310) 990-3912;
rani@ranistpucchi.com

13. ==> Sex Addiction: The Intimacy Substitute

There’s no business like porn business. The industry
makes $10-14 billion in annual sales. And it’s a part
of the daily routine for many people. Invite Tom
Gagliano to talk about porn, sex addiction and what it
does to relationships, and how porn makes addicts think
they’ve got their addiction under in control when in
reality they don’t. Gagliano says, “Sex is the
symptom; the problem is the need to be lusted after.
Sex addicts are emotional cripples, looking to fill a
void created in childhood.” Gagliano will also discuss
the shame involved in sex addiction, and why many
therapists still refuse to treat it. Tom Gagliano, MSW,
is a mentor, speaker and the author of several books
including “Don’t Put Your Crap in Your Kid’s Diaper.”
Contact him at (732) 266-4952; gags17285@aol.com

14. ==> Affordable Care Sign-Up Ends Friday

Time is running out to sign up for medical coverage
under the Affordable Care Act, but you might not know
it. The refusal of Trump administration officials to
promote it is likely to have a major impact on the
number of people covered. “The administration is not
hiding the fact that they don’t want people to sign up
for health coverage,” says Lori Lodes, a former top CMS
official and co-founder of the group, Get America
Covered. “The Open Enrollment period was half as long
and there were no TV ads and a fraction of the digital
outreach—but they also refused to use the basic tools
of their positions and of the federal government to get
the facts out.” Lori Lodes oversaw outreach & education
for Medicare, Medicaid & ACA marketplaces in the Obama
administration. Contact her at @loril. Interviews with
experts in your market/area are also available. Contact
press@GetAmericaCovered.org

15. ==> Stars of Marriage Boot Camp

In the WE TV hit series Marriage Boot Camp Reality
Stars, reality TV’s biggest stars endure extreme
couples’ therapy, pushing themselves to the limit with
physically, mentally and emotionally draining exercises
to see if their relationships are worth saving or if
it’s time to call it quits. Speak with two of this
season’s stars — Juelia Kinney (Bachelor in Paradise)
and Kailyn Lowry (Teen Mom 2) to find out about their
experiences in the house, the most difficult part of
this intense couples’ therapy, and how they’re doing
today. Marriage Boot Camp Reality Stars is now in its
ninth season. WE TV is owned by AMC Networks. Contact
John Angelo at john@premieretv.com.