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06/14/18 RTIR Newsletter: Pillow Talk, School’s Out for Summer, Divorce-Proof Your Marriage

June 14, 2018

01. Trump is Hooked On the History Books
02. Summit Buys Time for Trump and Kim
03. It’s Festival Time: Music Historian Hits the Road
04. Pillow Talk: Fascinating Facts about Pillows
05. Does America Have a Dad Deficit?
06. How Dads Can Empower Their Daughters
07. He Says Dying Made Him a Better Father
08. The Copycat Celebrity Suicide Effect
09. Insights from 2017 Kate Spade Interview
10. 6M US Students Have High Blood Pressure: Are Backpacks Why?
11. Why Autism Research is a Waste of Time and Money
12. The Way We Treat Pain Is Criminal, Pain Doc Says
13. Capitalism Vs. Public Health: Cure Yourself?
14. Develop Your Inner Bull***t Detector!
15. School’s Out, But Mom’s Stress Is In
16. Why We Can’t Stay Happy …and What to Do about It!
17. Do You Take Yourself Way Too Seriously?
18. Why Homeless People Are Great Role Models
19. How Faith Can Divorce-Proof Your Marriage
20. Your Summer Fun is Destroying the Planet
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1. ==> Trump is Hooked On the History Books

Aaron David Miller says the historic North Korea summit
offers Trump the possibility of a ride into the history
books, and he’ll likely fall in love with the process
designed to keep it alive. “The US and North Korea have
a framework for negotiations and a mandate from the
leaders to move forward. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo
will be key, and the hawkish National Security Adviser
John Bolton best be careful he doesn’t appear to be
ruining Trump’s party. If we’re lucky, this will
produce a multi-year process driven by a North and
South Korea track that will help defuse tensions and
prevent escalation. Complete denuclearization of North
Korea isn’t likely in the cards; but stability — maybe
even peace on the Peninsula — may be. If we’re smart,
we’ll take it.” Aaron David Miller is a vice president
and distinguished scholar at the Woodrow Wilson
International Center for Scholars and author of “The
End of Greatness: Why America Can’t Have (and Doesn’t
Want) Another Great President.” Miller was a Middle
East negotiator in Democratic and Republican
administrations. Follow him on Twitter @aarondmiller2
or contact Ryan McKenna at 202/691-4217;
Ryan.mckenna@wilsoncenter.org

2. ==> Summit Buys Time for Trump and Kim

Vipin Narang says the Singapore summit showed why Kim
Jong Un pursued nuclear weapons in the first place.
“Although he might have declared his nuclear weapons
force “completed” in November 2017, it only achieved
political completion when he sat down with the
President of the United States as an equal. The summit
shows why nuclear weapons are such a valuable commodity
in international politics, legitimizing Kim’s pursuit
of them. Kim issued a vague meaningless pledge in
exchange for a vague meaningless security guarantee
from Trump. Neither side committed to anything that it
has not already, and a lot will turn on whether any
meaningful progress can be achieved under this renewed
framework. But the bottom line is North Korea is not
going to give up its nuclear weapons.” Vipin Narang is
an associate professor of political science at MIT. He
is the author of “Nuclear Strategy in the Modern Era.”
Follow him on Twitter @NarangVipin. Contact him at
617-258-7363 (MA); narangv@mit.edu

3. ==> It’s Festival Time: Music Historian Hits the
Road

Eddie Trunk’s new show, Trunkfest, premieres next month
with the music historian rolling into the one and only
Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Invite Trunk to share
highlights from the series including an exclusive
interview with Southern Rock superstar George Thorogood
and a creepy cruise down to New Orleans for the Voodoo
Music + Arts Experience festival. The travelling show
is like going to a festival, hanging with the band… and
of course eating festival food! Trunk even heads south
of the border for a concert vacation at Castaway with
Southern Ground, talking with Southern Rock favorites
Blackberry Smoke, and chart-topping Country mainstays
the Zac Brown Band. Trunkfest will air Sundays on AXS
TV. Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137;
johanna@jrbcomm.com or Erin Bolden at (703) 646-5188.

4. ==> Pillow Talk: Fascinating Facts about Pillows

Can you believe that the first pillows were made of
bronze, wood, porcelain or stone? Ouch! Or that their
original purpose was to keep bugs out of your ears,
mouth, and nose? Get ready to entertain and inform your
audience as they learn fascinating facts about pillows
from Steve Long, the Pillow Guy. He can talk about
famous pillow fights in movies and real life, the first
hotelier to put chocolate on a pillow and pillows as an
art form. Long is the CEO of Phamous Pholks Furniture
Art Pillows, patented, custom-made pillows featuring
the images of celebrities who look like they are
actually sitting right there. He can also talk about
how a pillow featured in a movie led him to create his
business. Reach him at (520) 358-2871;
steve@phamouspholks.com

5. ==> Does America Have a Dad Deficit?

Apostolic Pastor Eric Hawthorne, a divorced single dad,
claims that there is a severe “fatherhood deficit” in
modern society. “I see young kids out on the street,
doing drugs because nine times out of 10, their fathers
are absent,” he says. As a dad of two boys aged 10 and
12, Eric takes an old-fashioned, hands-on approach to
raising his kids. He adds: “I teach them to respect and
how to treat women. I teach them how to be responsible.
Every Saturday, I give them tasks such as cleaning,
doing dishes, making their beds. I also teach them
about responsible money management, and how to provide
for a family. I give them an allowance and teach them
how to save. It’s natural to them. I prepared them from
an early age.” Eric is the second-generation pastor of
Daystar Deliverance Ministries in Richardson, Texas,
and the author of the upcoming book “Are You Ready for
Marriage?” Contact him at PastorErichawthorne@gmail.com
or (214) 785-7412.

6. ==> How Dads Can Empower Their Daughters

Women have traditionally represented the highest
percentage of consumers of books about love, marriage,
parenting and other seemingly feminine topics. However,
best-selling author of female empowerment titles Kailin
Gow has made a surprising discovery. “Men are also
followers of mine,” she says. “I am finding out that
men are reading books normally geared toward women
because there is a lack of books for men, such as
parenting books.” So just in time for Father’s Day,
Kailin has released a book especially for dads:
“Raising Strong Daughters: What Fathers Should Know.”
Co-written with her husband, attorney Finlay Gow, she
shares how dads can help to empower their daughters in
the age of the #MeToo movement, school violence and
other challenging life situations young girls
experience. Kailin is a long-time female empowerment
advocate, the founder of Sparklesoup Inc., an
internationally recognized, multi-award-winning
bestselling author who has sold over 5.5 million books,
and director/filmmaker. She is also the author of the
recently released “Kailin Gow’s Go Girl Guide.” Contact
her at (617) 744-9001; Kailin@sparklesoup.com

7. ==> He Says Dying Made Him a Better Father

Danny Bader’s life was transformed by a near death
experience more than 20 years ago and he says what he
learned from the experience has made him a better
father. He’d just finished a roofing job with two
buddies and was helping one retract the ladder when it
hit the power lines. The other man holding the ladder—a
husband and father of three young kids—died instantly.
For all intents and purposes, Danny was also dead …and
then he wasn’t. Physically he recovered quickly but
emotionally, the accident took its toll. Now 54, the
author and inspirational speaker can discuss how
vision, support and faith helped him through the
tragedy, and how he uses the three powerful principles
with his children to support them on their journeys.
Danny is a coach, speaker and author of “Back from
Heaven’s Front Porch,” “Abraham’s Diner,” and “I Met
Jesus for a Miller Lite.” Contact him at (610)
888-8611; danny@dannybader.com

8. ==> The Copycat Celebrity Suicide Effect

The recent suicide deaths of Kate Spade and Anthony
Bourdain shocked the nation and calls and texts to
crisis hotlines spiked dramatically. Carla Feagan fears
an increase in copycat suicides citing the rise in
deaths after Robin Williams suicide in 2014. Feagan
says, “The time is now for people to release their
shame, become vulnerable and speak openly and publicly
about their depression and suicide attempts. It is with
this sharing of these stories that will allow those who
are thinking about suicide to understand they are not
alone and they too can survive.” Feagan, the author of
“A Life Worth Living; The Journey of an Authentic
Soul,” has been plagued by depression, anxiety and
suicide attempts her entire life and is ready and
willing to speak about what saved her from committing
suicide. Contact her at 707 969 7972;
press@carlafeagan.com

9. ==> Insights from 2017 Kate Spade Interview

With the death of the beloved fashion icon, many
suggested suicide hotline numbers to call. But
relationship and parenting experts Poppy and Geoff
Spencer say perhaps there is also something deeper;
something Kate Spade shared in her own words a year
ago. Invite them to discuss Spade’s parenting
perspective, why she and her daughter may have lived
parallel lives in relation to identity, and how a
simple mind shift can help parents deal with the
challenging issues of kids and teens. Poppy and Geoff
are a husband/wife team who help identify and address
communication barriers. Interviewed on NBC, ABC, CBS,
Bustle, Your Tango, and Popsugar, the relationship
experts offer two unique and experienced perspectives.
They are the authors of “One Billion Seconds: There’s
Still time to Discover Love.” Contact them at (941)
586-2911; pg@poppyandgeoff.com

10. ==> 6M US Students Have High Blood Pressure: Are
Heavy Backpacks to Blame?

Recent studies show a startling increase in students
with high blood pressure. What’s behind the spike in
what is normally considered an older person’s
condition? While one specific cause hasn’t been found,
Bob Prichard says a key factor could be chronically
restricted chest expansion—and reduced oxygen
intake—from carrying heavy backpacks to school every
day for years! Low oxygen intake has also been linked
to obesity, diabetes, depression and anxiety–all of
which are at an all-time among students. And since
reduction in oxygen intake lasts years after the school
backpack is put away, Prichard says millennials are at
risk as well, and many don’t even know it. He’ll
explain how your listeners can measure their chest
expansion and what they can do to increase it. Bob
Prichard is president of the Somax Institute and author
of “Are You Robbing Your Brain of Oxygen?” Contact him
at (415) 435-9880 (CA); bprichard@somaxsports.com

11. ==> Why Autism Research is a Waste of Time and
Money

Developed nations around the world have spent years and
billions on autism research, focusing mainly on medical
and pharmaceutical remedies. But physician and author
Dr. Rajalakshmi Kandaswamy says they are going about it
the wrong way. “The root cause of all of the limiting
symptoms of autism is energy disturbance,” she says.
“This stress that I am talking about is energetic
stress. This includes stress from the parents’
energies, caregivers’ energies, and stress from the
environment including noise pollution, chemicals in
food, etc.” After exploring the power of holistic
energy healing in her own medical practice and life,
Dr. Raja spent more than 25 years developing the Autism
Cure, which shows results from day one! She recently
was recognized by Buzzfeed as one of five professionals
in the world to watch out for in the autism arena. She
is the author of the book “How to Heal Autism and ADHD
in 30 Days: The Phenomenally Powerful Breakthrough of
Intent Healing,” and a graduate of India’s premier
medical college C.M.C Vellore. Contact her at
healautismnowfoundation@gmail.com.

12. ==> The Way We Treat Pain Is Criminal, Pain Doc
Says

Patients from all over the country visit Anna Lee,
M.D., to get relief from chronic pain that has plagued
them for years. This board-certified pain management
physician has helped thousands of “basket cases” for
whom conventional treatments have failed, with her
groundbreaking FDA-approved treatment. But you don’t
have to be in chronic pain to appreciate what Dr. Lee
will say about the horrible way pain patients are
treated in America, leading to a completely unnecessary
deadly opioid crisis. She’ll say that pain originates
from nerve injuries—not in the muscles or bones where
most treatments focus and often surgeries and
injections are useless. Ask her how her treatment works
and why no one else is using it. Anna Lee trained at
Hahnemann and the University of Pennsylvania. Reach her
at 201) 925-0315; drlee1@optimum.net

13. ==> Capitalism Vs. Public Health: Cure Yourself?

In the world of Capitalism, curing the chronically ill
isn’t a profitable business model. After all, when
everyone is healthy, or at least the majority who are
curable, how will the company make a profit? Beverly
Jensen, Ph.D., says, “There is no silver bullet to
optimal health. Corporate interests have superseded
public health protection, and our conventional
healthcare system is part of the problem.” The SelfCare
Maven says, “There’s no drug to cure the causes of
chronic diseases. It’s largely up to the individual.”
Dr. Jensen can discuss the need for a national, public
discussion of the state of America’s health, how
individuals can recover, and how policies need to
change to improve the public’s health. Beverly, 70
years young, is a lifelong practitioner of the natural
healing arts. She is the author of the upcoming book
“The 21st Century Health Rx: Self-care.” Contact her at
SelfcareMaven@gmail.com or Skype docbeverly718.

14. ==> Develop Your Inner Bull***t Detector!

Fake news. Social media overload. Humans being replaced
by machines in the workforce. No wonder modern people
feel so anxious, angry and disconnected from reality.
Author Kim Chestney has the simple yet powerful
solution: Intuition! “Intuition is the most important,
yet least understood faculty of human consciousness.”
Kim says. “Getting your ego out of the way and
developing your inner voice is a great bull***t
detector. It can also facilitate well-being and growth
in all aspects of your life.” Kim is an international
best-selling author and artist who founded the popular
CREATE! Festival in Pittsburgh, Pa. Her new Intuition
Masterclass is launching this fall as part of the debut
of her global online school, Intuition Lab. Contact her
at info@mystic-studio.com, or (412) 874-0898.

15. ==> School’s Out, But Mom’s Stress Is In

School is out and the living is definitely not easy.
Parents—particularly moms—will be living in their cars
as they endlessly chauffeur their kids to and from
summer activities. In fact, says Suzette Webb, it’s
like adding a part-time job to an already frazzled
existence that includes spending more time scheduling
kids’ time, feeding them and breaking up their fights.
Invite Suzette on your show to offer suggestions for
ways moms can “up their game” in the summer to find
more time for themselves. Pointing out that self-care
is not selfish, Suzette will share the importance of
moms scheduling their own playdates, taking timeouts,
starting the day with a mom-friendly warm-up routine,
and celebrating the wins that come with being a less
stressed parent. Suzette holds an MBA from the Kellogg
Graduate School of Northwestern University. She is a
mother, entrepreneur, speaker, podcaster and the author
of “Blues to Blessings.” Reach her at (708) 261-3303;
suzette@bluestoblessings.com

16. ==> Why We Can’t Stay Happy …and What to Do about
It!

Did you know that more people than ever are chronically
unhappy? Maybe you are one of them! Study after study
proves that unhappiness reigns supreme in America and
the world. But did you know that you can control how
happy you feel? Ed Kuiper, author of “Ride the
Happiness Wave,” can show your audience how to simply
and easily activate their own happiness. It is possible
to relieve the heaviness and fatigue that have become a
standard default for many of them. Ed will share
specific actions they can do every day to quickly
create a happy spirit within while also giving them
fun, short, supportive suggestions to trigger a “happy”
feeling that lasts! Ed Kuiper is an author, speaker
and seminar leader on cultivating happiness and healing
– both physical and emotional. As an officer of two
major life insurance companies and founder and CEO of
several national companies, Ed spent over 40 years in
the business world before becoming the “Master of
Happiness.” Contact Ed at (207) 592-2032;
edkuiperreports@gmail.com?

17. ==> Do You Take Yourself Way Too Seriously? 5
Questions Will Tell

Many people make themselves miserable without realizing
it, says Jim Ryan, author of “Simple Happiness, 52 Easy
Ways to Lighten Up.” Your listeners will be able to
tell if they are doing that when Jim asks them such
questions as: Do you tend to criticize your coworkers
and family? Do you wake up stressed out before your day
even begins? Do you get impatient with other drivers
during your commute? In addition to getting people to
rethink their behavior, Jim will share what they can do
to lighten up and be more grateful for what they have.
He’s a motivational speaker who often speaks to
inmates, helping them to be happier. Reach him at (631)
754-7636 or (631) 875-1484 (cell);
info@jimryantalks.com

18. ==> Why This Author Says Many Homeless People Are
Great Role Models

Get ready to question nearly everything you think you
know about homeless people—including who they are and
how they got there. Glen Dunzweiler, who has
extensively interviewed homeless people and their
advocates, will say that the same qualities it takes to
survive on the street—stress management, humility, a
positive attitude, for example—are identical to what
all of us need to get by in life. He can bust the
biggest myths people have about the homeless and reveal
which celebrities were formerly homeless. Dunzweiler is
a filmmaker, producer, director, public speaker and
former college professor whose documentary,
“yHomeless,” can be seen on Amazon Prime. He is also
the author of “Things I’ve Learned from the Homeless.”
Reach him at (702) 767-7434; glen@glendunzweiler.com

19. ==> How Faith Can Divorce-Proof Your Marriage

Almost half of all marriages in Western society end in
divorce. So how have pastor and Christian marriage
counselor Rev. George Sukhdeo and his wife, Shirley,
managed to remain happily married for 46 years? “We
have experienced almost every challenge couples face in
a marriage,” he says. “A marriage with Christ at its
center is much more than having someone to do the
dishes after dinner, take care of you when you’re sick,
or help you make the car payment every month. A godly
marriage excels at compromise and glories in
selflessness.” Rev. George is an ordained minister with
the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada, He received a
Master of Ministry in Christian Counseling degree and a
B.A. in theology from Christian Bible College of Rocky
Mount, N.C. He has 34 years of experience in Christian
ministries as a pastor, Christian counselor and life
coach, and has counseled more than 500 troubled
couples, with an 85 percent success rate. He is the
author of the book “Preparing for and Fostering Harmony
in Marriage” Contact him at georges_8@sympatico.ca or
(416) 460-4134.

20. ==> Your Summer Fun is Destroying the Planet

Summer is a time for fun in the sun, backyard
barbecues, trips to the beach and other outdoor
activities. But did you know that the activities and
objects we use, purchase and enjoy in summer might
actually harm the planet? According to author and
environmental engineer Yasmin Davar: “Single use
straws, not properly disposing of trash, buying patio
furniture made from illegally logged wood and
purchasing more food than we consume can have a very
negative impact on the world’s environment. If we can
all change small habits to be more environmentally
friendly, this can have a positive impact on the entire
planet.” Yasmin can discuss how our small, seemingly
harmless habits can have a devastating impact on the
planet, and how we can change this. In addition to
being an environmental engineer, Yasmin holds a Master
of International Studies degree in Peace and Conflict
Resolution and is the author of the book “Our Peaceful
Planet: Healing Ourselves and the World for a
Sustainable Future.” Contact her at
yasmin@yasmindavar.com.

06/12/18 RTIR Newsletter: North Korea Summit, Father’s Day, Ending Alzheimer’s

June 12, 2018

01. North Korea Summit: Photo Op or Disaster?
02. Spade, Bourdain: Suicide Rates Climbing
03. 37 Kids Die in Hot Cars Each Year
04. Love Wins in Bermuda
05. Father & Son Honor WWII Flying Tigers
06. Do We Have a ‘Dad Deficit’?
07. Father’s Day is Painful for Millions
08. Could You Forgive Your Abusive Dad?
09. Scammers are Targeting Dear Old Dad
10. What Parents Can Do about School Shootings
11. High School Grads Now Face Transition Fog
12. The Worst Mistake You Can Make at Work
13. Do a Show on Worst Summer Jobs
14. Can Faith Save Capitalism?
15. Understanding New Breast Cancer Findings
16. Has Health Care Lost Its Soul?
17. #EndAlz This June
18. How to Make Kids Fall in Love with Books
19. “End Times Are Imminent!” Is this Bible Scholar Crazy?
20. Miss Falling Asleep to Bob Ross?

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1. ==> North Korea Summit: Photo Op or Disaster?

Jennifer Rubin says, “In case you thought Trump was
preparing for his summit with Kim Jong Un — you know,
learning about the subject and walking through the
likely North Korean ploys and weak points — he’s doing
nothing much at all. How do we know? He said so.” “I
think I’m very well prepared,” Trump told reporters on
Thursday. “I don’t think I have to prepare very much.
It’s about the attitude. It’s about willingness to get
things done.” Rubin believes the real aim of the summit
is to have a photo-op, mouth some platitudes about
further talks at lower levels and have Trump say as
little of substance as possible. “Truth be told, there
likely is no viable plan short of war for obtaining
complete denuclearization. Under such circumstances,
perhaps it’s not the worst thing to have the bombastic,
clueless president talking and posing for pictures
rather than drawing up war plans.” Jennifer Rubin is an
MSNBC contributor and writes the Right Turn blog for
The Washington Post. Contact her at
jrubinblogger@gmail.com, @jrubinblogger

2. ==> Kate Spade, Anthony Bourdain: Suicide Rates
Climbing

Last week, amid news of the deaths of Kate Spade and
Anthony Bourdain, the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevent released the results of a suicide study. New
analysis found that nearly 45,000 Americans aged 10 or
older died by their own hand in 2016, more than twice
the number of homicides. Suicide rates rose steadily in
nearly every state from 1999 to 2016, increasing 25
percent nationally. But CDC officials say the national
increase cannot be linked to a particular mental health
diagnosis. Invite Dr. Anne Schuchat, principal deputy
director of the C.D.C. to discuss the factors that
contribute to suicide, common precursors, and the many
aspects to preventing suicide. “Our data show that
suicide is more than a mental health issue,” says Dr.
Schuchat. “We want improved access to care and better
diagnostics, but we think that a comprehensive approach
to suicide is what is needed.” Contact CDC Media
Department at (404) 639-3286; (770) 488-7100 or
media@cdc.gov

3. ==> It Should Never Happen: 37 Kids Die in Hot Cars
Each Year

Ten minutes. That’s how long it takes for the
temperature inside a vehicle to rise 20 degrees. For
children in particular, this increase is enough to
result in death. With nine fatal child heatstroke cases
already this year, the National Safety Council has
issued a report outlining legislation that could save
kids’ lives and calls on parents and caregivers to
‘look before they lock.’ Invite Amy Artuso to discuss
the report and share tips and even technology that
could help prevent a child from dying in a hot car.
Artuso is senior program manager of advocacy at the
National Safety Council, a nonprofit organization whose
mission is to eliminate preventable deaths at work, in
homes and communities, and on the road. To book
interview contact the National Safety Council at (630)
775-2307; media@nsc.org

4. ==> Love Wins in Bermuda

The Supreme Court of Bermuda agreed to overturn the
nation’s same-sex marriage ban last week. Zakiya
Johnson Lord and Adrian Hartnett-Beasley of OUTBermuda
say, “Love wins again! Our hearts and hopes are full,
thanks to this historic decision by our Supreme Court
and its recognition that all Bermuda families matter.
Equality under the law is our birthright, and we begin
by making every marriage equal.” OUTBermuda was one of
the litigants in joint lawsuits to revoke sections of
the recently enacted Domestic Partnership Act that
removed marriage rights for same-sex couples. The
charity promotes and supports the wellbeing, health,
dignity, security, safety and protection of the LGBTQ
community in Bermuda. Contact Adrian Hartnett-Beasley
ahartnettbeasley@gmail.com; +1 441-505-1256 (Bermuda)
or Roderick Ferguson at rafergus@alum.mit.edu or Bob
Witeck at (202) 997-4055 (U.S.); bob@witeck.com

5. ==> Father & Son Honor WWII Flying Tigers

Just in time for Father’s Day, invite Sam Kleiner to
discuss the connection between the generations, and why
he — with his father alongside him– decided to help
honor the legacy of the Flying Tigers and the Greatest
Generation. Sam was inspired to travel the country to
find the true story of the Flying Tigers– the one not
captured in the John Wayne movie. He tracked down
families of the survivors and was invited to attend the
Flying Tigers “reunions.” Moved by his sons’
dedication to preserving this important chapter in
history, Sam’s father joined him on the adventure.
Together they pieced together the true story of the
Flying Tigers, a rag-tag band of American pilots (and a
support crew that included the nurse) who were sent to
China on a covert mission before Pearl Harbor and then
sprang into action in December 1941. Sam Kleiner’s new
book is “The Flying Tigers: The Untold Story of the
American Pilots Who Waged a Secret War Against Japan.”
Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137 or Erin
Bolden at (703) 646-5188.

6. ==> Do a Father’s Day Show About the ‘Dad Deficit’

Pastor Eric Hawthorne, a divorced single dad, claims
that there is a severe “fatherhood deficit” in modern
society. “I see young kids out on the street, doing
drugs because nine times out of 10, their fathers are
absent,” he says. As a dad of two boys aged 10 and 12,
Eric takes an old-fashioned, hands-on approach to
raising his kids. He adds: “I teach them to respect and
how to treat women. I teach them how to be responsible.
Every Saturday, I give them tasks such as cleaning,
doing dishes, making their beds. I also teach them
about responsible money management, and how to provide
for a family. I give them an allowance and teach them
how to save. It’s natural to them. I prepared them from
an early age.” Eric is the second-generation pastor of
Daystar Deliverance Ministries in Richardson, Texas,
and the author of the upcoming book “Are You Ready for
Marriage?” Contact him at hiitselh@yahoo.com, or (972)
464-6563.

7. ==> Father’s Day is Painful for Millions

This Father’s Day, over 2 million fathers in the United
States will miss their sons and daughters because their
children are behind bars. Other parents will lose sleep
worrying about their child’s drug use, and over 64,000
will be mourning the loss of a son or daughter in the
last year to overdose. Colleen Cowles says, “We hear a
lot about the epidemic, but little about how parents
can deal with it. Father’s Day can be a stressful time
for Dads with addiction in the family.” Cowles, and
attorney and author, can help parents protect their own
financial and emotional well-being, while improving the
odds of success for their sons and daughters. A mother
with addiction in her own family, Cowles has spent the
past 15 years researching and working with families.
She created the online course for parents “20 Steps to
Freedom: When Someone You Love is Addicted to Drugs.”
Contact her at (715) 828-0293; colleen@WarOnUs.com.

8. ==> Could You Forgive Your Abusive Dad?

If your dad belittled or hit you could you forgive him?
Should you? For many people, this is not an academic
question. It isn’t for Dr. Jeanne Sanner, whose father
often hit her with a strop, verbally abused her, and
was sexually abusive. But as an adult, she is at peace
with her father and herself. Invite her on air to
explain why people like her father approach life with
fear and how knowing that changed her perception of
him; she was able to stop condemning him and to
experience forgiveness. For others in your audience who
are having forgiveness issues, Jeanne can share a
simple formula she created that has already helped
hundreds of people change their beliefs to lead happier
lives. She is the author of “Finding Unconditional Love
a Little Peace at a Time.” Jeanne has a doctorate in
spiritual studies, a master’s in education and a
bachelor’s in psychology. Reach her at (949) 460-9450;
jeannesanner@yahoo.com

9. ==> Scammers are Targeting Dear Old Dad

Scammers, con artists and thieves prey upon the
elderly. When dad (or mom) age, they’re often living
alone for the first time, perhaps suffering from some
cognitive issues. Thieves know their vulnerabilities
and seek opportunities to steal their money. Invite
William Francavilla to share things you can do to
minimize your loved ones being scammed by unwelcome and
unsolicited phone calls, home repair rip-off artists
and even romance hoaxes. Francavilla is the author of
“The Madoffs Among Us, Combat the Scammers, Con Artists
and Thieves Who Are Plotting to Steal your Money.” He’s
a CFP and former senior vice president, director of
Wealth Management for Legg Mason who has extensive
media experience. Contact him at (757) 870-4590;
wmfrancavilla@gmail.com

10. ==> What Parents Can Do about School Shootings

Leeza Steindorf says, sadly, the current epidemic of
school shootings isn’t surprising given our current
culture. “We have diligently fed an entire generation
aggression and violence with its mother’s milk and now
stand at the sidelines, scratching our heads, wondering
how all this tragedy could be happening. Violence in,
violence out. Truly it is that simple and longitudinal
studies have proven that the consistent diet of media
violence unequivocally leads to aggressive behavior as
adults.” She says there is no simple solution to school
shootings but getting serious about parenting education
and modeling for children could make a huge difference
by protecting them from the inside out. An
international communications expert specializing in
peace education in schools, Steindorf won national
acclaim in Europe for the CORE Success program that she
designed after a school shooting in Germany. Leeza
Steindorf is the author of “Connected Parent, Empowered
Child: Five Keys to Raising Happy, Confident,
Responsible Kids” and “CORE Success for Schools: The
Practical Guide Book for a Positive School Climate.”
Contact her at (541) 550- 0451; Leeza@CoreSuccess.com

11. ==> High School Grads Now Face Transition Fog

Everyone tells high school grads that college will be
the best four years of their lives! But Brenda Reynolds
thinks just maybe we should stop the lie. “Before they
get to the ‘happiest’ years of their lives, there’s a
heck of a lot of change to navigate first. Endings, new
beginnings, lots of uncertainty. Everything as they
know it is about to change–schedules, friends, living
space, geography. And parents have their own transition
to make.” Invite Reynolds to discuss strategies for
navigating this time of transition fog and the emotions
that come with it. She says, “It’s the beginning of
learning an invaluable skill of dealing with complexity
and change AND it’s a skill that students and parents
can bring to the workplace and their life space again
and again.” Brenda Reynolds is an organization and
leadership consultant, coach, speaker and author. She’s
been featured in Bloomberg News, Business News Daily
and on Starcom Radio Network. Her book is “TBD: To be
Determined: Leading with Clarity and Confidence in
Uncertain Times.” Navigating Transition Fog is her TEDx
talk. Contact her at (610) 639-5722;
brenda@bkrconsult.com

12. ==> The Worst Mistake You Can Make at Work

What do you do when you have a bad day at work? Do you
moan, whine, frown and share your frustrations with
your coworkers? You are only human and it may seem
natural to trade bad experiences with your buddies at
work. But according to business leader, entrepreneur,
mentor and author Bonnie Sussman-Versace, that’s the
wrong thing to do. She says every time you tell a
negative story to colleagues you reinforce your own
negative feelings and theirs, making the problem worse.
Instead, she’ll explain ways all of us can contribute
to the creation, celebration and sharing of positive
experiences at work. Interview Bonnie to find out how
all employees can support a healthy workplace culture
whose benefits will spill over into happier lives at
home. Bonnie is the author of “Recipes for Thoughtful
Leadership and Healthy Culture.” She is the author of
numerous articles for Business Weekly, the Reading
Eagle, and Lehigh Business Journal. Contact her at
(610) 301-2194; bversace@focusedllc.net

13. ==> Do a Show on Worst Summer Jobs

School is about to let out and it’s time to find a
summer job but Dr. John Huber says not all seasonal
jobs are good for everyone, and some can even hurt your
mental health. “Some jobs can be great summer
experiences like camp counseling or lifeguarding. They
can be fulfilling and allow teens to be responsible and
learn to be leaders,” says Dr. Huber. But other job, he
adds, may not be suited for everyone. “It sounds like
fun to work at a theme park in a costume, but it’s
often brutally hot and a very demanding job. And if
you’re accustomed to a life of comfort and repeatedly
checking your phone, landscaping will probably be a
nightmare summer job for you.” Dr. John Huber is a
clinical forensic psychologist and the chairman for
Mainstream Mental Health, a non-profit mental health
organization. Dr. Huber has appeared on hundreds of
radio shows and dozens of national television programs.
Contact Ryan McCormick at (516) 901-1103; (919)
377-1200.

14. ==> Can Faith Save Capitalism?

The global financial crisis of 2008 created an
insatiable market for alternative economic theories and
that groundswell of support continues. Capitalism has
created a society where the rich get richer and the
rest fight over the crumbs. Invite Dr. Kenneth Barnes
to discuss whether Capitalism can work for everyone,
what Millennials don’t understand about Free Market
Capitalism, and whether Jesus was a Socialist. Prior to
his academic career, Kenneth Barnes spent many years as
a senior international executive for multiple
multibillion dollar companies. He currently teaches at
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary and Oxford
University. His latest book is “Redeeming Capitalism.”
Contact Jason Jones at Jason@jonesliterary.com

15. ==> For Father’s Day, Here’s a Book for Dads with
Daughters

16. ==> Has Health Care Lost Its Soul?

Nearly 90 percent of patients have prayed for
healing—79 percent for themselves and 87 percent for
others. If spiritual practice takes such precedence for
patients, why have health-care professionals left the
soul behind in healing others? Dr. Katherine Kelly, a
former researcher and professor who has been a
clinician for 26 years, says, “I constantly hear from
patients that the number-one gap in their healing
process is that spirituality is never addressed.” Known
as the pioneer of soul health, Dr. Kelly created a
self-use health model that empowers patients to take
positive steps toward their optimal health while also
addressing their spiritual needs. Katherine Kelly,
Ph.D., M.S.P.H., has been a guest on more than 100
radio shows. A clinical health psychologist and
consultant, she was the director of behavioral health
at Wake Forest University Medical School, received
training from the Mind-Body Medical Institute of
Harvard University, and holds a master’s of science
degree in public health. Contact her at (336) 659-3923;
(336) 406-8431 (cell) or kkelly@drkatherinetkelly.com

17. ==> #EndAlz This June

June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, a time
when people will be wearing purple shirts with the
hashtag #EndAlz. As someone with a brain, you already
know the importance of keeping your memory sharp and
avoiding the most famous memory-robbing disease,
Alzheimer’s. But what you probably don’t know is that
the technique for putting the fork in Alzheimer’s
already exists only most of us do not know about it.
Invite Michael Morgan, LMT, CST-D, on your show to talk
about CranioSacral therapy, a revolutionary way of
treating Alzheimer’s and dementia that he is helping to
pioneer. When consistently applied, he says the gentle,
easily learned, affordable technique can significantly
roll back Alzheimer’s and dementia in a few weeks. He
can 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. He’s also the author of “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

18. ==> How to Make Kids Fall in Love with Books

Lynne Morgan says every parent can help their child
become a success in school and life and you don’t need
money, expensive schools or the latest electronics to
do it. It simply has to do with reading! According to
the National Center for Educational Success, children
who read or are read to at home have a higher success
rate in school, and government statistics show a clear
link between academic failure, delinquency, and crime
and reading failure. Invite Lynne, a retired teacher
and children’s book author, to discuss the decline in
student reading in the US and ways parents can nurture
a love of reading and books in their children. Lynne
Morgan is the author of “Crackers,” “Crackers FBI” (Her
husband is a retired FBI agent) and “Crackers and His
Friends.” Contact her at stekela@comcast.net

19. ==> “End Times Are Imminent!” Is this Bible Scholar
Crazy?

Richard Ruhling says scenes of Revelation are about to
begin with a massive earthquake along the San Andreas
Fault. Based on his knowledge of the Bible, a recent
Los Angeles Times report, and a FEMA drill that just
took place, this retired physician predicts the
earthquake scientists call The Big One is nigh. He says
it could lead to a tsunami, massive numbers of people
fleeing and a disrupted water supply. It’s easy to
dismiss Dr. Ruhling as a kook. But before you do, why
not ask him: What does the Book of Revelations say
about current events? Are we headed for another Exodus?
Is Donald Trump the anti-Christ? Dr. Ruhling taught
health science at Loma Linda University. He attended
Bible College and has been interviewed on scores of
radio programs. He has authored a number of books on
Bible prophecy and current events including “The
Earthquake & 7 Seals,” which is available for free
today only. Reach him at (928) 583-7543 or
Ruhling7@juno.com for details.

20. ==> Miss Falling Asleep to Bob Ross? There’s an App
for That!

Bob Ross, the 1980s art instructor and cult TV host of
The Joy of Painting on PBS, was best known in his day
for his full head of hair, quirky catchphrases and
mellow manner. Indeed, so mellow was his manner and
soothing his voice that 23 years after his death three
classic episodes of his old show are being revived and
repurposed as calming bedtime stories for grown-ups.
“We’ve had so many Calm users asking us for a Sleep
Story with Bob Ross,” says Alex Tew, co-founder of
Calm. “He was and still is a hero to the hard of
sleeping.” Calm.com is an app for meditation and sleep
and was recently named Apple’s 2017 iPhone App of the
Year. Contact Todd Brabender at 785.842.8909;
Todd@spreadthenewspr.com

06/07/18 RTIR Newsletter: Single Dad Parenting, US Open, Kids and Summer Reading

June 7, 2018

01. Will Trump’s Pardon Party Include Himself?
02. Iran Nukes – Fall-Out from US Withdrawal
03. Did Russia Really Meddle in US Election?
04. Is Capitalism Incompatible with Christianity?
05. Happy Birthday, Prince! Behind-the-Scenes Stories
06. Miss Falling Asleep to PBS Painter Bob Ross?
07. Parenting Tips for Single Dads
08. Help for Dads with Daughters
09. Scammers are Targeting Your Dad
10. Understanding New Breast Cancer Chemo Findings
11. Weinstein and Why Men Claim Rape is Consensual
12. US Open – Have Deadlifts Damaged Spieth’s Putting?
13. Why Should We Be Concerned About Africa?
14. Why Businesses Should Hire Boomers Instead of Millennials
15. Create Your Own Midlife Job Security
16. Allergy Relief for Under 10 Bucks
17. Esteemed Pain Doc is Closest Thing to a Miracle Worker
18. Do You Take Yourself Way Too Seriously?
19. Fun Ways to Get Kids Reading this Summer
20. Pillow Talk: Fascinating Facts about Pillows

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1. ==> Will Trump’s Pardon Party Include Himself?

President Trump kicked off the week with a novel
constitutional claim: That he has the “absolute right”
to pardon himself. Asha Rangappa says it’s not
surprising that pardon power holds so much appeal for
Trump. She says his targeted use of the pardon power so
far — including ones he is currently considering —
gives us a window into how he views the pardon power.
“Consciously or not, he appears to see the pardons as a
personal weapon for him to use in potentially achieving
four things in the special counsel investigation.”
She’ll explain what that is and whether Trump could
actually pardon himself. Asha Rangappa is a senior
lecturer at Yale University’s Jackson Institute for
Global Affairs and a former associate dean at Yale Law
School. She served as a Special Agent in the New York
Division of the FBI and has been a contributor on
numerous television and radio outlets. Contact her at
@AshaRangappa_

2. ==> Iran Nukes – Fall-Out from US Withdrawal

Tehran informed the UN’s nuclear watchdog this week it
was beginning the process of increasing its capacity to
enrich uranium. This, after the US withdrew from a 2015
nuclear deal that limited Iran’s nuclear capabilities
in return for a partial lifting of sanctions. Middle
East energy expert Dr. Ellen Wald says attempts by Iran
and the EU to reassure international businesses that
the nuclear deal is still valid despite America’s
withdrawal seem to be falling on deaf ears. She’ll
discuss Iran and EU energy issues, including the
announcement by GE to pull out of all deals to sell
pipelines to Iranian companies and to close its Iran
office. Wald is the President of Transversal Consulting
and an expert on the global energy industry, Middle
East politics and history. A Non-Resident Scholar at
the independent D.C. think tank, the Arabia Foundation,
she is also a professor at Jacksonville University and
the author of “Saudi, Inc.” Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer
at (703) 646-5137; johanna@jrbcomm.com or Erin Bolden
at (703) 646-5188.

3. ==> Did Russia Really Meddle in US Election?

Jack Matlock Jr., ambassador to the Soviet Union from
1987 to 1991, recently wrote, “I did not personally
vote for Trump, but I consider the charges that Russian
actions interfered in the election, or — for that
matter — damaged the quality of our democracy
ludicrous, pathetic, and shameful. … I should add
‘dangerous’ because making an enemy of Russia, the
other nuclear superpower — yes, there are still two —
comes as close to political insanity as anything I can
think of.” Invite Jackson Lears to discuss Russian
hacking in the 2016 election and whether Matlock is
correct. Lears teaches history at Rutgers University
and is the author of “What We Don’t Talk about When We
Talk about Russian Hacking.” Contact him at
tjlears@history.rutgers.edu

4. ==> Is Capitalism Incompatible with Christianity?

5. ==> Happy Birthday, Prince! Behind-the-Scenes
Stories

Today, music icon Prince would have turned 60 years
old. It’s been two years since he was found dead in his
Paisley Park mansion and still, many questions remain
about the man, his life and his music. Invite
documentary filmmaker and author Duane Tudahl to
discuss the man behind the music, his obsessive drive
and demand for total control, and how Purple Rain
catapulted him from a cult-favorite to a superstar.
You’ll learn: Was Prince really a devout Jehovah’s
Witness? What’s in his mysterious and legendary vault
and will we ever get to hear it? Who was the love of
his life? How does Prince’s music and legacy rank in
the history of pop music? What was the secret to his
success? Tudahl spent 20 years interviewing over 40
band members, singers, and engineers for his acclaimed
book “Prince and the Purple Rain Era Studio Sessions:
1983 and 1984.” He’ll share their personal, never-
before-heard stories from inside the studio. Contact
him at (818) 726-8638 (CA); duane@duanetudahl.com

6. ==> Miss Falling Asleep to Bob Ross? There’s an App
for That!

7. ==> Just in Time for Father’s Day, Parenting Tips
for Single Dads

8. ==> For Father’s Day, Help for Dads with Daughters

Women have traditionally represented the highest
percentage of consumers of books about love, marriage,
parenting and other seemingly feminine topics. However,
best-selling author of female empowerment titles Kailin
Gow has made a surprising discovery. “Men are also
followers of mine,” she says. “I am finding out that
men are reading books normally geared toward women
because there is a lack of books for men, such as
parenting books.” So just in time for Father’s Day,
Kailin has released a book especially for dads:
“Raising Strong Daughters: What Fathers Should Know.”
She can share how dads can help to empower their
daughters in the age of the #MeToo movement, school
violence and other challenging life situations young
girls experience. Kailin is a long-time female
empowerment advocate, the founder of Sparklesoup Inc.,
an internationally recognized, multi-award-winning
bestselling author who has sold over 5.5 million books,
and director/filmmaker. She is also the author of the
recently released “Kailin Gow’s Go Girl Guide.” Contact
her at Kailin@sparklesoup.com, or (617) 744-9001.

9. ==> Scammers are Targeting Your Dad

10. ==> Understanding New Breast Cancer Chemo Findings

New research in New England Journal of Medicine
indicates 2/3rd of women with most common cause of
breast cancer can forgo chemotherapy. Who should get
chemotherapy and who shouldn’t? Invite Dr. Jim Roach to
help listeners understand the new findings. What are
vital approaches to double outcomes with chemotherapy
while reducing side effects by half? How can those
skipping chemotherapy be certain they are on the right
path? What are key strategies in prevention and
management of breast cancer? For over a decade double-
boarded Dr. Jim Roach has successfully used functional,
integrative strategies with his patients. Jim Roach MD,
ABOIM, ABIHM, is a leading integrative practitioner who
has appeared on numerous radio and TV programs. His new
book “”Vital Strategies in Cancer” will be released in
the fall. Contact him at (859) 846-4453 (office) or at
jproach@aol.com

11. ==> Weinstein and Why Men Claim Rape is Consensual

Disgraced movie producer Harvey Weinstein appeared in a
New York City courtroom Tuesday and pleaded not guilty
to two counts of rape and one count of a criminal sex
act, less than a week after a grand jury indicted him.
His attorney insists Weinstein never had nonconsensual
sex and that a trial will clear the disgraced mogul’s
name. Author and rape survivor Joyce Short says, “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 will explain the meaning of consent and
discuss what changes are needed in our laws to combat
sex crimes and get predators behind bars. Joyce Short
advocates for sexual assault victims around the world.
She’s been awarded a “Woman of Distinction” honor by
the NY State Assembly and is fighting for new laws on
consent across the US. Contact her at (917) 517-8572;
short.jm@aol.com

12. ==> US Open – Have Deadlifts Damaged Spieth’s
Putting?

Golfer Jordan Spieth was ranked 8th last year in putts
3′ and under. This year he’s ranked 205th! What’s
happened? Some say the problem is a mental one, but Bob
Prichard believes it’s entirely physical and due to
damage from lifting 380 lb. weights. “I see it in
golfers all the time. Weight-lifting builds muscle by
tearing muscle fibers, but you also create scar tissue
that can’t be released by stretching. It accumulates
over time, reducing flexibility in the back, shoulders
and neck.” Prichard runs the Somax Performance
Institute. Hear why he suspects the condition has
affected other pro golfers like Tiger Woods, David
Duval and Jason Day–as well as weekend duffers.
Prichard will share simple ways to test for the
condition, and explain how releasing microfibers can
correct the problem and improve performance, reverse
age-related stiffness and back pain. Prichard’s
athletes have won 44 Gold Medals, and set 11 World
Records. His golfers have won the US Open and improved
their putting from #113 to #1. An NBC Sports Olympics
on-air analyst, his new book is “Are You Robbing Your
Brain of Oxygen?” Contact him at (415) 435- 9880 (CA);
bprichard@somaxsports.com

13. ==> Why Should We Be Concerned About Africa?

Sylvanus Ayeni warns that the security of the world is
at stake as long as the widespread poverty in the
nations of Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) continues to
worsen. “As perpetrators of terror are driven from
their enclaves in the Middle East and elsewhere, these
poor nations in SSA with dilapidated infrastructure and
defense apparatus could become safe havens for
terrorist organizations.” Ayeni says another area of
concern is the threat of global epidemics. “The
2014/2015 Ebola epidemic which began in West Africa is
a reminder of the global consequences of the poor
healthcare systems in the nations of SSA.” Ayeni, a
retired neurosurgeon, author, and speaker, was born and
raised in Nigeria. His book, “Rescue Thyself: Change in
Sub-Saharan Africa Must Come from Within,” reveals what
many in the West don’t understand about the root causes
of Sub-Saharan Africa’s plight and the necessary steps
to improve the situation. Dr. Ayeni president of Pan
Africa Children Advocacy Watch (PACAW) Inc. Contact him
at (301) 910-1020 (MD); stoksayeni777@gmail.com

14. ==> Why Businesses Should Hire Boomers Instead of
Millennials

There is an illegal but persistent prejudice in hiring
practices today, with recruiters and employers using
technology tools to screen out older workers who never
get a chance at a job interview. But it shouldn’t be
that way, according to Diane Huth, marketing expert and
career coach. Let her share the 10 key reasons
employers should (but don’t yet) value mature workers,
and how baby boomers can leverage those insights to
keep their current job or find a new or better one.
Explore with Diane the disconnect between the hiring
goals of the CEO and the young HR team that screen out
older workers before their resume is ever seen by a
prospective boss. She’ll also share the secret way job
seekers can leapfrog the HR department to network their
way to career success directly with their hiring
manager or C-suite executive. Diane’s book, “Brand You!
To Re-Invent Your Career,” will be released this
summer. Reach her at (210) 601-7852 or
Diane@BrandYouGuide.com

15. ==> Create Your Own Midlife Job Security

What happens when you’re too young to retire, but too
old to hire? A sudden job loss could throw your current
lifestyle a curve unless you’re prepared. Hovey Smith
says the only job security that anyone holds is what
they can control. The author of “Create Your Own Job
Security by Starting Your Own Business at Midlife,” can
discuss how to examine short, medium and long-term
business opportunities that you can have ready to
launch when you need it most. From E-Bay sales to new
products, providing services and even the arts, Smith
says just about anything you can imagine can be turned
into a moneymaking opportunity and it’s a myth that a
person can do only one business in his lifetime. Hovey
Smith is the author of 15 books and has produced
hundreds of YouTube videos. With multiple academic
degrees, he has spoken at business forums in China and
Austria. Contact him at (478) 552-7455;
hoveysmith@bellsouth.net

16. ==> Allergy Relief for Under 10 Bucks

The trees are budding, the flowers are blooming and the
birds are singing. While it’s beautiful to behold, this
time of year can be agony for people with seasonal
allergies. Many sufferers spend a small fortune in
doctor visits, allergy shots and prescription drugs
that make them drowsy, but Dr. Kathleen Fry says there
is an alternative to the allergy treadmill that’s safe,
effective, inexpensive and readily available in most
health food stores for less than $10.00. Invite her on
your show to share proven allergy relief your
listeners’ will appreciate. Dr. Fry is a medical doctor
and homeopathic physician with over 30 years of
clinical experience. Her new book is “What’s the Remedy
for That? The Definitive Homeopathy Guide to Mastering
Everyday Self-Care Without Drugs.” Contact her at (480)
695-1383; drkathi@drkathifry.com

17. ==> Esteemed Pain Doc is Closest Thing to a Miracle
Worker

18. ==> Do You Take Yourself Way Too Seriously? 5
Questions Will Tell

19. ==> Fun Ways to Get Kids Reading this Summer

By the time summer vacation arrives most kids are ready
to ditch the books and play outside all day. How can
parents keep their children interested in reading so
they don’t forget everything during the summer months?
Invite children’s author and mother of three Rosie J.
Pova to share her tips for keeping the kids interested
in books during vacation. She advises parents to
encourage kids to read books on topics they’re
interested in, set aside time to read together as a
family, spent time each week at the library, make
reading into a game, and have a themed reading area in
the home. She is the author of several children’s books
including her latest, Sarah’s Song. Pova has been
featured on radio and in print. Contact her at (214)
563-1633 (TX); rosie.pova@yahoo.com

20. ==> Pillow Talk: Fascinating Facts about Pillows

06-05-18 RTIR Newsletter: Weinstein Lawsuit, DNA Testing for Wine, Baseball Fantasies

June 5, 2018

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

01. New Book Claims CIA Has Plan to Kill Trump
02. Weinstein and Why Men Claim Rape is Consensual
03. Prince’s 60th B-Day – What You Don’t Know about the Music Icon
04. Have Deadlifts Damaged Jordan Spieth’s Putting?
05. Summer Jobs that Hurt Your Mental Health
06. Unconventional Advice for Grads – Give a Damn!
07. How Dying Made Me a Better Father
08. The Difference Between Leakers and Whistleblowers
09. DNA Testing for …Wine?
10. Will The Royal Marriage Be a Royal Pain?
11. Are You Guilty of Ignoring the Financial Monsters Under Your Bed?
12. Why Most of Your Listeners Lose Money in the Stock Market
13. Time Management for People Who Hate It
14. Why this Author Says Many Homeless People Are Great Role Models
15. Has Work Become a Religion?
16. Don’t Forget to Do a Show for Brain Awareness Month
17. The Other Victims of the Opioid Crisis
18. Why We Can’t Stay Happy …and What to Do about It!
19. Why Summer is the Best Time to Beat Sugar Addiction
20. Curious about Fantasy Baseball Camp?
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1. ==> New Book Claims CIA Has Plan to Kill Trump

Jerome Corsi, the old 2004 Swiftboater, is back with a
new theory about how far the ‘deep state’ will go to
destroy Donald Trump’s presidency. The flier for
“Killing the Deep State,” says the book proves that
there is underway a ‘coup d’état to take out President
Trump,’ orchestrated by Obama and his lieutenants. The
publisher claims that although the book is a best-
seller, The New York Times made a decision to leave it
off its list, although for one week it begrudgingly
listed it, under pressure, as #15. Ronald Radosh says,
“Best-seller or not, Corsi’s narrative is a compendium
of all the conspiracy theories put together and is
bound to be a basic source for Trump’s defenders, who
are taking out the crude edges and using his analysis
as the standard for showing why Trump’s presidency must
be defended at all costs against the nefarious deep
state. In today’s polarized climate, the more that
narrative is spread and adopted, the more it poses a
serious threat to our democracy.” Ronald Radosh is an
adjunct fellow at the Hudson Institute. He’s the author
of a history of the Democratic Party and many other
books. Contact him at rradosh@comcast.net; @ronradosh

2. ==> Weinstein and Why Men Claim Rape is Consensual

Harvey Weinstein is the target of a new lawsuit by
three women, including a technology sales executive who
accuses the producer of sexual assault and rape. Last
week, he was criminally indicted by a New York grand
jury alleging rape and sexual assault on two women. His
attorney insists Weinstein never had nonconsensual sex
and that a trial will clear the disgraced mogul’s name.
Author and rape survivor Joyce Short says, “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 will explain the meaning of consent and
discuss what changes are needed in our laws to combat
sex crimes and get predators behind bars. Joyce Short
advocates for sexual assault victims around the world.
She’s been awarded a “Woman of Distinction” honor by
the NY State Assembly and is fighting for new laws on
consent across the US. Contact her at (917) 517-8572;
short.jm@aol.com

3. ==> Prince’s 60th B-Day – What You Don’t Know about
the Music Icon

This Thursday, June 7th, music icon Prince would have
turned 60 years old. It’s been two years since he was
found dead in his Paisley Park mansion and still, many
questions remain about the man, his life and his music.
Invite documentary filmmaker and author Duane Tudahl to
discuss the man behind the music, his obsessive drive
and demand for total control, and how Purple Rain
catapulted him from a cult-favorite to a superstar.
You’ll learn: Was Prince really a devout Jehovah’s
Witness? What’s in his mysterious and legendary vault
and will we ever get to hear it? Who was the love of
his life? How does Prince’s music and legacy rank in
the history of pop music? What was the secret to his
success? Tudahl spent 20 years interviewing over 40
band members, singers, and engineers for his acclaimed
book Prince and the Purple Rain Era Studio Sessions:
1983 and 1984. He’ll share their personal, never-
before-heard stories from inside the studio. Contact
him at (818) 726-8638 (CA); duane@duanetudahl.com

4. ==> US Open – Have Deadlifts Damaged Jordan Spieth’s
Putting?

Golfer Jordan Spieth was ranked 8th last year in putts
3′ and under. This year he’s ranked 205th! What’s
happened? Some say the problem is a mental one, but Bob
Prichard believes it’s entirely physical and due to
damage from lifting 380 lb. weights. “I see it in
golfers all the time. Weight-lifting builds muscle by
tearing muscle fibers, but you also create scar tissue
that can’t be released by stretching. It accumulates
over time, reducing flexibility in the back, shoulders
and neck.” Prichard runs the Somax Performance
Institute. His athletes have won 44 Gold Medals, and
set 11 World Records. His golfers have won the US Open
and improved their putting from #113 to #1. Hear why
he suspects the condition has affected other pro
golfers like Tiger Woods, David Duval and Jason Day–as
well as weekend duffers. Prichard will share simple
ways to test for the condition, and explain how
releasing microfibers can correct the problem and
improve performance, reverse age-related stiffness and
back pain. An NBC Sports Olympics on-air analyst, he’s
written for many publications and his sports analysis
videos have over 6M views on YouTube. His new book is
“Are You Robbing Your Brain of Oxygen?” Contact him at
(415) 435- 9880 (CA); bprichard@somaxsports.com

5. ==> Summer Jobs that Hurt Your Mental Health

6. ==> Unconventional Advice for Grads – Give a Damn!

Mark Lewis has three words for new grads seeking advice
on how to find success: Give a damn! While it may be an
untraditional suggestion, he says it gets to the heart
of what real success is. “Being self-centered is not
only dangerous, it’s a one-way ticket to failure,
violence, and bad relationships. Grads need to remember
that it is not about getting ahead, it’s about what you
do for others that gets you ahead.” Lewis will explain
what giving a damn means, the human perspective that
determines success, and how new grads can set
themselves apart by taking responsibility, living
honestly and not expecting anything in return. Lewis is
a business consultant, corporate growth expert and
president of Communique LLC. He’s the author of “Give a
Damn: Individually We Make a Difference, Collectively
We Change.” Contact him at (504) 905-4646;
mlewis@communiquellc.com or mlewis@giveadamnbook.com

7. ==> How Dying Made Me a Better Father

8. ==> The Difference Between Leakers and
Whistleblowers

Roughly half of all workers say they witness crimes or
wrongdoing at their workplace but only 3% blow the
whistle to the authorities. While some portray
whistleblowers are snitches and leakers, Michael McCray
says it takes courage and tenacity to speak out and
stand up. Invite the public interest advocate to
explain why so few come forward and whether the culture
is changing. McCray blew the whistle on $40M of fraud
during the Clinton Administration and has become one of
the world’s foremost proponents for whistleblowers. In
his book “Race, Power & Politics” McCray gives the
inside story of ACORN (Association of Community
Organizations for Reform Now). He also hosts the
Whistleblower Summit for Civil & Human Rights, the
largest and most prestigious whistleblower conference
on Capitol Hill, on July 30th, National Whistleblower
Appreciation Day. Contact him at (870) 543-0024;
mccray.michael@gmail.com

9. ==> DNA Testing for …Wine?

Millions of people are getting DNA tests to help trace
their personal histories, but wine expert Kevin Begos
says scientists are now using the technology to trace
the history of wine! The author of “Tasting the Past:
The Science of Flavor & the Search for the Origins of
Wine” can discuss how DNA analysis, mass spectrometry,
liquid chromatography, and other high-tech tools are
helping winemakers rediscover rare native grapes and
rescue them from the brink of extinction. You’ll hear
how archaeobiologists in Milan brought Leonardo da
Vinci’s lost vineyard back to life and scientists in
Israel are rediscovering native grapes of the Holy
Land, and get recommendations for wines that go far
beyond the endless bottles of Chardonnay and Merlot
found in most stores and restaurants. Journalist Kevin
Begos is a former MIT Knight Science Journalism Fellow
and former AP correspondent. Contact Johanna Ramos-
Boyer at (703) 646-5137 or Erin Bolden at (703)
646-5188.

10. ==> Will The Royal Marriage Be a Royal Pain?

It may have been a fairy tale wedding, but how will
Harry and Meghan fare now that the ceremony is over and
their new life together sets in? As the new couple is
learning, every day of their life, every move they make
will be scrutinized, from what they wear to when they
become parents. How will the Duchess cope with leaving
her successful acting career? How will living in this
royal fishbowl affect their relationship? What sort of
precautions must they take to not let other people’s
opinions affect who they are and make time for each
other? Kristie Overstreet, a psychotherapist, author,
and speaker, has advice for the royal couple as well as
any couple taking their vows this summer. Dr.
Overstreet has been featured on CNN and in Self,
Psychology Today and other major media. She is the
author of “Fix Yourself First: 25 Tips to Stop Ruining
Your Relationships.” Reach her at (904) 566-9256 or
Kristie@TherapyDepartment.com

11. ==> Are You Guilty of Ignoring the Financial
Monsters Under Your Bed?

Parents reassure their children that there are no
monsters hiding under their bed. But Rodger Friedman
says it is adults who need to be concerned with the
monsters hiding under their beds. On air, he’ll explain
the three biggest monsters that most of us are ill-
prepared to handle but are almost certain to slay their
retirement savings: inflation, medical care expenses
and long-term care costs. But smart people will fight
back against them before they rear their ugly heads.
“Walk into retirement unprepared and it’s like a lamb
being led to slaughter,” says the chartered retirement
planning counselor and former senior vice president of
Morgan Stanley. Think you don’t have to worry about
inflation? Rodger says, “The greatest risk folks face
in retirement is that their income will not be able to
keep pace with the increase in expenses.” It’s time
someone woke your listeners and Rodger is the master at
doing so with hope and soundbites. The author of “The
Mindset of Retirement Success” and two other books on
the topic, this experienced talk-show guest has been
featured in Time, U.S. News and numerous radio
programs. The only things hiding under his bed are dust
bunnies. Contact him at (844) 369-7526;
Rodger@RodgeronRetirement.com

12. ==> Why Most of Your Listeners Lose Money in the
Stock Market

It’s been said that 90% of traders lose money in the
stock market, but what about the average investor
having a 401K, IRA, or an individual brokerage account?
We don’t have exact figures on this, but we do know
that more than half, lose money. John Miller, a
financial advisor for 25 years, has seen all sorts of
market ups and downs and can share his professional
insights on how the average investor can make money.
Invite him to reveal his winning strategy to your
audience. His new book, “The Coming Gold, Silver, and
Block-Chain Share Explosion!” reveals, in simple terms,
how Americans can protect and build their life savings.
Your audience will also receive a free Kindle download
of the book by visiting his website. Miller has
appeared on the Mancow Morning Show, the Joe Bartlett
Show, the Financial Survival Network, The Phil Hulet
Show, and other radio shows nationwide. Contact him at
(727) 564-9416 (FL); wallst101@hotmail.com

13. ==> Time Management for People Who Hate It

Is your workday filled with chaos? Do you wish you
could get more done? Most of us do and Jonathan Denn
has a way to help. Using neuroscience and best
practices, he’s come up with a system to make your work
life (and home life) more efficient so you accomplish
more with greater control and satisfaction. It’s a time
management system for people who hate time management
systems. It’s called DRUMBEAT Productivity and, using a
fun music metaphor, it shows you how to divide your day
into jam sessions with teammates, improv time and solo
sessions in which you get your own work done. He’s got
the tips your audience needs to find perhaps as much as
an extra two hours of free time at work or home. Denn
is a business mentor, executive coach, and former hotel
chain CEO whose articles have appeared in Forbes and
Fortune. He is the author of “DRUMBEAT Business
Productivity Playbook: How to BEAT Goals and
Disorganization.” Contact him at (860) 930-0264;
jon@drumbeatproductivity.com

14. ==> Why This Author Says Many Homeless People Are
Great Role Models

15. ==> Has Work Become a Religion?

Benjamin Hunnicutt says work is the modern religion,
but is failing as a faith. According to a 2014 Harris
poll, nearly 70 percent of U.S. employees are not
‘involved in, enthusiastic about or committed to their
work.’ He says, “Millennials depend less and less on
their jobs as the place to realize their dreams, having
found the overblown promises of work empty. Many older
workers feel betrayed by work, having made it the
centerpiece of their lives and a key source of
happiness only to realize how dispensable they are when
they are passed over for promotion, sidelined or laid
off.” Hunnicutt doesn’t suggest a society without
work, but says, “It is reasonable to expect that work
will eventually return to its historical set-point as a
means to an end rather than an end in itself. Work can
be tamed, and made more of an adornment to life rather
than its center.” Benjamin Hunnicutt is professor of
leisure studies at the University of Iowa and author of
“Free Time: The Forgotten American Dream.” Contact him
at (319) 335-1326; benjamin-hunnicutt@uiowa.edu

16. ==> Don’t Forget to Do a Show for Brain Awareness
Month

17. ==> The Other Victims of the Opioid Crisis

For decades many doctors’ treatment of choice for pain
was opioids, but we now know they’re unsafe and have
created a catastrophic addiction epidemic. Doctors have
been advised to stop prescribing the drugs, so the
medicine is now gone, but the pain remains for
millions. Chronic pain expert Cindy Perlin says, “Much
suffering can be avoided and many lives can be saved if
more physicians and pain patients knew about the many
safe and effective alternative pain treatments that are
available”. Cindy Perlin is a licensed clinical social
worker, certified biofeedback practitioner, chronic
pain survivor, the creator of the online Alternative
Pain Treatment Directory and the author of “The Truth
About Chronic Pain Treatments: The Best and Worst
Strategies for Becoming Pain Free.” She has been in
private practice in the Albany, NY area for over 25
years and has been a guest on numerous radio and TV
shows. Contact her at (518) 439-6431 or at
cindyperlin@gmail.com.

18. ==> Why We Can’t Stay Happy …and What to Do about
It!

19. ==> Why Summer is the Best Time to Beat Sugar
Addiction

Did you know that 70 percent of the U.S. population is
addicted to sugar and it sets them up for diabetes,
weight gain, foggy thinking, irritability and even
anger issues? The good news, according to Griff
Neilsen, is that summer is a great time to kick the
“sweet” habit. Invite him on your show and learn how to
know if you’re addicted to sugar, whether our brains
are hard-wired for sugar addiction, how much sugar is
safe for children and adults, and whether you need to
go cold turkey when trying to eliminate your cravings.
A multiple-certified personal trainer and Level III
CHEK holistic lifestyle coach/nutritionist, Griff holds
a bachelor’s degree in exercise science from the
University of Utah. His new book is “Exorcising Your
Excuses: Heal Your Mind. Honor Your Body. Manifest Your
Dream.” Contact him at (801) 444-2796; griff@llfit.com

20. ==> Curious about Fantasy Baseball Camp?

As an undersized kid with a rough home life, little
league baseball was salvation for Larry Roth, and the
Yankees were his idols. When he receives a trip to New
York Yankees Fantasy Camp, a funny and touching journey
begins for the 59½-year-old lawyer. Find out what it’s
like to take the field after a 40-year layoff, why bats
must always be wooden, why ice is a must (and not just
in a martini), and what happens when you’re in a
kangaroo court against Darryl Strawberry. If you’ve
ever been tempted to suit up like the pros and live
life in the major league, Roth can answer your
questions about both the reality and the fantasy behind
fantasy camp. Roth is the author of “A Lawyer in
Pinstripes: A Fantasy Journey,” a memoir about his
experiences in little league and fantasy camp. Contact
Larry Roth at (407) 222-9839 or lroth@roth-law.com.

05/24/18 RTIR Newsletter: School Shooting Training, Downtime at Work, Mysterious Health Crisis

May 24, 2018

01. Jackson Estate Not Happy with ABC Doc
02. Will Georgia Elect 1st Black Woman Governor?
03. How to Train for School Shootings
04. Backpacks, Brain Oxygen & School Shootings
05. Is the Royal Marriage Doomed?
06. Ballot Issues Facing Young Voters
07. Leakers or Whistleblowers?
08. Racist Viral Videos and Your Business
09. Why You Should Be Concerned About Africa
10. How to Double Your Downtime at Work
11. When Your Job Makes You Sick (Literally)
12. Why You’re Losing Money in the Stock Market
13. The Truth about Traumatic Brain Injuries
14. Today’s Most Mysterious Health Crisis
15. Stop the Organized Pull Pushers Now
16. Families and Early-Onset Alzheimer’s
17. Kids & Sports – Playing Too Hard?
18. Amazing True Story – ‘Through the Fire’
19. She Lost Everything in an Instant
20. Are Excuses Holding You Back?
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1. ==> Jackson Estate Not Happy with ABC Doc

ABC is airing a much-hyped prime-time special tonight
on Michael Jackson’s final days, but Jackson’s estate
isn’t happy about it. The estate issued a statement
saying, “We want consumers to know that ‘The Last Days
of Michael Jackson’ is not sponsored or approved by the
Estate of Michael Jackson. …We believe the special to
be another crass and unauthorized attempt to exploit
the life, music and image of Michael Jackson without
respect for Michael’s legacy, intellectual property
rights or his children.” At issue are images, music and
other intellectual property the estate says was used
without consent. Contact Diana Baron at (310) 315 5444;
diana@dbaronmedia.com

2. ==> Will Georgia Elect 1st Black Woman Governor?

Stacey Abrams is vying to become Georgia’s next
governor, and the first black female governor in the
history of the United States. You might be surprised—an
African American woman governor of a red Southern
state—but political expert Christina Greer says her
credentials are solid and she may very well make
history. Abrams won the Democratic primary this week
making her the first black woman to be a major party’s
nominee for governor but Greer says it remains to be
seen whether Georgians are ready to elect a black woman
to lead the state. Abrams’ opponent in the general
election will be either Lt. Gov. Casey Cagle or Georgia
Secretary of State Brian Kemp. Cagle and Kemp will face
each other in a runoff for the Republican nomination in
July since all of the candidates failed to receive more
than 50% of the vote on Tuesday. Christina Greer is an
assistant professor of political science at Fordham
University Lincoln Center campus. Contact her at (212)
636-6391; posc@fordham.edu

3. ==> How to Train for School Shootings

It seems every week we are talking about a new mass
shooting with the latest occurring at a Texas high
school where 10 people died. Chris Bird, author of
“Surviving a Mass Killer Rampage: When Seconds Count,
Police Are Still Minutes Away,” has studied mass
shootings and believes more guns, not less, are part of
the solution. “Teachers who want to be trained and
armed should be, perhaps under the control of a school
resource officer. Other teachers and school staff
should be trained in first aid for gunshot wounds.” He
says school training is essential and lockdown should
not be the only option. “Getting out of the building,
or as a last resort throwing things at the shooter and
fighting back, should be practiced more often than fire
drills. Cringing under a desk is not a recipe for
survival.” Bird is a former commissioned officer in the
Royal Military Police of the British Army. He is a past
president of the Texas Concealed Handgun Association,
and author of” The Concealed Handgun Manual.” Contact
him at (210) 308-8191; cjbird@satx.rr.com

4. ==> Have School Backpacks Fueled the Increase in
School Shootings?

The increasing rise in school shootings has been blamed
on everything from access to guns to economics and
social media, but Bob Prichard believes the problem is
chronic restriction of oxygen to the brain. “As I see
it, the rise in school shootings is a second generation
effect of heavy school backpacks.” Prichard, who runs
the Somax Performance Institute, will discuss what
happens both physically and mentally when oxygen is
restricted to the brain, and how heavy backpacks can
cause numerous problems for children that continue into
adulthood as well as to their offspring. “It’s time to
wake people up to the biggest man-made epidemic in
American history. School shootings are just the tip of
the iceberg.” Prichard will share simple ways to test
for the condition, and explain how releasing
microfibers can correct the problem and improve oxygen
to the brain delivering physical and psychological
benefits. An NBC Sports Olympics on-air analyst, he’s
written for many publications and his sports analysis
videos have over 6M views on YouTube. His new book is
“Are You Robbing Your Brain of Oxygen?” Contact him at
(415) 435- 9880 (CA); bprichard@somaxsports.com

5. ==> Is the Royal Marriage Doomed?

Harry and Meghan’s marriage may only be a few days old
but according to Dr. Caxton Opere, we shouldn’t expect
to see them grow old together. He says the likelihood
of a divorce is close to 98%. “As much as I wish Harry
and Meghan would be happily married forever, the
Reality check, Risk factors and Royal Court protocols
diminish the likelihood this royal marriage will last.”
Dr. Opere, the pioneer of the 5-Minute Compatibility
Test and an expert on the medical complications of
divorce will discuss the reasons he believes the
marriage is destined to fail and why. From too many
royal rules to intercultural issues and age, Dr. Opere
will share tools anyone can use to measure
compatibility as well as the signs your relationship
may be in trouble. Dr. Caxton Opere is a board
certified internist and the author of several books on
relationships. He has been happily remarried for over
20 years. Contact him at (225) 892-5270;
caxton@doctorcaxton.com

6. ==> Ballot Issues Facing Young Voters

Galvanized by recent school shootings in Florida and
Texas, teenagers across the country have risen up in a
wave of protest against gun violence, joining young
organizers of color who have long spoken out against
the scourge of violence in their communities. But Emma
Greenman says turning that energy into lasting
political power requires more than protest. “We need to
ensure young people have access to the ballot, and
vote, in numbers unseen in recent memory. Young people
have already begun turning their anger in that
direction, encouraging voter registration as a top goal
and promoting registration drives in schools.” She’ll
discuss the myriad of obstacles to the ballot box many
young people face including the new restrictive voter
ID laws in states around the country. Emma Greenman is
director of Voting Rights and Democracy at the Center
for Popular Democracy. She has over 15 years of
experience working on democracy and justice issues as a
litigator, a policy expert and a political advocate.
Contact Anita Jain at (347) 985-2220, ext. 119.

7. ==> Leakers or Whistleblowers?

8. ==> Could a Racist Viral Video Affect Your Business?

If you’re non-white in American, you’ve likely
experienced racism at some level, at some point in your
life. And lately, it seems there’s a news story each
day involving a racist incident. From Starbucks to Yale
University, cell phones are capturing discrimination
and putting businesses and organizations in the
spotlight–and in the hotseat. As these videos go
viral, customers worry about their safety and, in some
cases, are boycotting the businesses. Invite Nita
Wiggins, a former Texas news anchor and the victim of
racial discrimination, to discuss what kind of training
can be done to prevent these scenarios as well as what
you should do if you experience racial discrimination.
She is currently conducting training for these exact
situations and discussing the best ways to prevent
these issues and how to manage them. She is also the
author of an upcoming book “Civil Rights Baby” that
discusses discrimination in the workplace. Contact her
at nitadallas@yahoo.com

9. ==> Why You Should Be Concerned About Africa

10. ==> Time Management for People Who Hate It

11. ==> Is Your Workplace Making You Ill?

Everyone is tired of the 9 to 5 grind. What many
business owners – and their employees – don’t realize,
is that the actual workplace can be a health hazard.
Even if you’re in a climate-controlled, well-lit
office, hours without fresh air and natural light takes
its toll. Likewise, spending hours seated in front of
a computer can strain the back and neck, causing muscle
and headaches, as well as eye strain. Not only that,
unrealistic expectations, toxic personalities and
sensory overload not only affects morale, but may
contribute to higher employee turnover as well as lost
productivity, which contributes to lost profits. Dr.
Saundra Dalton-Smith will discuss ways to make the
workplace a safer place, where workers are healthy,
supported, and productive. Dr. Saundra’s spirited
approach to life will inform, enlighten, and entertain,
changing the way you and your listeners view your
waking, working, and sleeping life. Dr. Dalton-Smith
can be reached at (256) 405-9765;
DrDaltonSmith@gmail.com

12. ==> Why Most of Your Listeners Lose Money in the
Stock Market

It’s been said that 90% of traders lose money in the
stock market, but what about the average investor
having a 401K, IRA, or an individual brokerage account?
We don’t have exact figures on this, but we do know
that more than half, lose money. John Miller, a
financial advisor for 25 years, has seen all sorts of
market ups and downs and can share his professional
insights on how the average investor can make money.
Invite him to reveal his winning strategy to your
audience. His new book, “The Coming Gold, Silver, and
Block-Chain Share Explosion!” reveals, in simple terms,
how Americans can protect and build their life savings.
Your audience will also receive a free Kindle download
of the book by visiting his website. Miller has
appeared on the Mancow Morning Show, the Joe Bartlett
Show, the Financial Survival Network, The Phil Hulet
Show, and other programs nationwide. Contact him at
(727) 564-9416 (FL); wallst101@hotmail.com

13. ==> What You Don’t Know about Traumatic Brain
Injuries

We often hear about concussions and other brain
injuries involving pro football players, but ordinary
people, including one-in-five teens, also sustain these
injuries causing headaches, nausea, dizziness,
insomnia, depression, lack of concentration, and more.
Invite Susana Stoica, Ph.D., to discuss her difficult
15-year battle to recover from a brain injury and how
others can avoid the same mistakes. Dr. Stoica will
discuss what to do after suffering a brain trauma, how
to limit post-trauma brain swelling or secondary brain
injury, whether the body can ever completely heal from
a brain trauma, and how conventional medical treatments
fail to address all the components of healing the
brain. You’ll learn the physical and emotional toll of
brain injuries on sufferers and their families, as well
as how anyone can improve their brain function at any
age. Susana Stoica, Ph.D., the founder of Healing
Alternatives, LLC, is a healer, engineer, inventor, and
speaker. In July, she will be giving a workshop on
brain injury recovery at Harvard Medical School. Her
new book is “Heal Your Brain, Reclaim Your Life.”
Contact her at (248) 895-5784;
HealingBrainInjury@gmail.com

14. ==> Today’s Most Mysterious Health Crisis

International wellness speaker Leah McCullough is now
the picture of health, upbeat mood and boundless
energy. But like millions of other people today, she
once suffered from debilitating pain and fatigue caused
by fibromyalgia. That’s until Leah, known worldwide as
The Fibro Lady, learned how to conquer the effects of
that mysterious disease. Chances are you know someone
(maybe yourself!) who needs Leah’s advice on the new
and unique approach of nutrition, supplements, and
lifestyle changes for newfound relief and recovery.
Watch ratings climb when Leah, author of “Freedom from
Fibromyalgia: 7 Steps to Complete Recovery” and “Eat to
Energize,” discusses initial symptoms of fibromyalgia,
parts of the body most affected and how the disease can
render people (including celebrities) unable to work,
travel, or experience normal everyday activities even
in the prime of life. You’ll also learn why the medical
community is largely perplexed and why women seem more
prone to developing the condition. Contact Leah
McCullough at (859) 380-9737; Leah@TheFibroLady.com.

15. ==> Stop the Organized Pull Pushers Now

More Americans died of drug overdoses in 2016 than died
in the Vietnam War – the result of the US’s opioid
epidemic. Janet Colbert says every single one of those
deaths was preventable –if human life was valued over
profit. Invite her on your show and hear about her
battle against the pill mills who supply, the
physicians who prescribe, and the politicians who do
nothing. Living in Broward County, Florida, the
epicenter of the opiate epidemic, Colbert has seen
firsthand how opioids have destroyed lives and the
community. Her organization STOPPNow provides
strategies to prevent drug use and treat those
affected. But, she says, as long as the corruption and
greed prevail, the drug companies’ dominance will
continue. Janet Colbert has appeared in the Sun-
Sentinel, on WSVN –TV-NEWS Miami, and had Senator Joe
Manchin read her letter on the crisis on C-Span to the
Senate Floor. She is the author “STOPPNow.” Contact
Janet Colbert at (954) 257-0732; stoppnow@yahoo.com.

16. ==> More Families Coping with Early-Onset
Alzheimer’s

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 5.5 million
people – 1 in 10 individuals – age 65 and older are
living with Alzheimer’s. But even more startling, is
the number of cases involving people under 65. The
group says the exact numbers are hard to pin down, but
clearly much higher than previously acknowledged. A
diagnosis of early-onset Alzheimer’s can be
devastating. Families fear the years ahead, considering
the worrisome health intervention, physical and mental
decline expected for the afflicted, and the myriad
issues related to caregiving. Carlen Maddux’s wife
Martha was diagnosed at age 50. Their odyssey lasted 17
years. He’ll share insights on altering your home life,
telling/involving the kids, and whether movies like
“Still Alice” get it right. Plus, hear Carlen’s tips on
family-wide care, keeping marriages strong, navigating
holidays, maintaining memory and safety, avoiding
caregiver fatigue, balancing personal and professional
life, myths and truths about late stage Alzheimer’s
care. Carlen is a speaker and the author of “A Path
Revealed: How Hope, Love, and Joy Found Us Deep in a
Maze Called Alzheimer’s.” Contact him at (727)
504-8201; cmaddux@maddux.com

17. ==> Kids & Sports Injuries- Are They Playing Too
Hard?

Springtime means baseball, and Little Leaguers
everywhere are taking to the field. Parents, coaches,
and the kids themselves expect the bumps and bruises
that come with hard ball play, but the latest trends in
youth sports leagues are revealing that some kids are
playing too hard. Dr. Thomas Neviaser, retired
orthopedist, talks about the risks young athletes take
when they specialize too early and play too long. He’ll
discuss what he’s seen over his 30 years as an
orthopedic surgeon, and how your future Mickey Mantle,
Serena Williams, or Tom Brady can stay fit, healthy,
and active without risking a life-altering injury. Dr.
Tom’s illustrious career spanned the beginnings of
arthroscopic surgery to the very latest, cutting-edge
methodologies of today. He would love to share his
knowledge with you and your listeners. He can be
reached at (540) 718-0666.

18. ==> Amazing True Story – ‘Through the Fire’

On July 10th, 2007, a NASCAR plane crashed into a house
in a suburban subdivision in Sanford, Florida. A young
mother and son died, as did the pilot and a passenger.
The fuel tank broke loose and crashed into Pete
Dechat’s home, exploding and killing his four-year-old
daughter Gabi. Pete sustained serious burns over 96% of
his body while trying to find and rescue her. Doctors
said he wouldn’t live. Then they said he wouldn’t see.
Or walk. But they were wrong. Invite Pete to share his
incredible story which includes having his wife leave
him while he was in a coma. Learn why, when people say
he’s lucky to be alive, he tells them it was God who
saved him. Pete has since remarried and has a young
daughter. “Through the Fire” is his new book. Contact
Jim Dobkins at (928) 277-1268; ucspress@aol.com.

19. ==> What’s It Like to Instantly Lose Everything?
Ask This Woman

Most of us will never have the experience of losing
nearly everything dear to them in an instant. Sana
Bauner was not so lucky. In 2004, Sana, her ex-husband,
son, mother and some friends were on holiday in
Thailand when a tsunami hit. Out of nowhere with no
warning. Sana nearly drowned despite being inside her
room, her mother died and her two-year-old daughter
disappeared never to be found. Sana fought hard to live
and ended up being carried by the water a half-mile
away from her hotel. But what happened that day led to
a battle that was just as big as she struggled to
understand what happened and to go on with her life.
Today, Sana says all of us face tsunamis—divorce, job
loss, deaths, betrayal—and she can help people find
hope and resilience with lessons she learned from
surviving a tsunami. She is the author of “The Borrowed
Daughter,” a memoir containing lessons to help anyone
going through a life crisis, and is based in Vienna.
Contact her at s.brauner@ihr-einkauf.at or through
Skype: sanabr

20. ==> Are Excuses Holding You Back?

What’s one thing that wildly successful people do that
average ones don’t? They neither make nor accept
excuses. Business psychologist Margaret Bradley, Ph.D.
says, “Often people get caught in an excuse trap and
don’t even realize it. They give up on accomplishing
important goals or fall behind the competition without
knowing about simple steps that get rid of the excuses
that hold them back.” She’ll explain how to recognize
your own excuse-making style, the reason people make
excuses, and when an excuse can be a gift. You’ll also
learn how business leaders can create an excuse-free
culture and when it’s actually ok to make an excuse.
Dr. Bradley has decades of experience as a department
head in Fortune 500 companies, an entrepreneur, and a
consultant. She’s the author of “Wouldacouldashoulda:
Rapid Results. No Excuses.” Contact her at (804)
405-1731; mbradley@RapidResultsNoExcuses.com

05/17/18 RTIR Newsletter: MAGA Manifesto, Wedding Fever, Autism News

May 17, 2018

01. America First – The MAGA Manifesto
02. Mr. President, Lies Matter
03. Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author Jack Davis
04. Royal Wedding Fever Running High
05. Will The Royal Marriage Be a Royal Pain?
06. Advice for Grads – Give a Damn!
07. How to Make a Great Big Decision
08. Corporate America’s Dirty Little Secret
09. Business: Prevent Negative Viral Videos
10. Why is Customer Service So Bad?
11. The Real Monsters Under Your Bed
12. Can #MeToo Victims Overcome Trauma?
13. How to Get Happy When You Feel Lousy
14. Autism News: Could this Be a Cure?
15. May – Brain Cancer Awareness Month
16. What to Do When Your Friend is an Addict
17. It’s ‘Get Caught Reading’ Month!
18. Is Hawaii’s Volcano Telling Us Something?
19. Before You Head to the Beach
20. How to Become a Children’s Author
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1. ==> America First – The MAGA Manifesto

Do you wonder what’s really behind all the rhetoric
about making America great again or what Donald Trump
will do next? Pat and Kate Scopelliti, two full-time
entrepreneurs, have written “America First – The MAGA
Manifesto” which they say “…addresses today’s
heightened fears, clarifies primary goals, and provides
a clear, intellectually stimulating foundation of this
historic and mounting crusade that has swept the nation
and propelled the historic election in November 2016 of
President Donald J. Trump.” The pair will explain the
MAGA agenda and why Americans should support the
president regardless of their political affiliation.
The book has been endorsed with a foreword from Lt. Gen
(R) Michael T. Flynn, Trump’s first national security
adviser. Pasquale (Pat) Scopelliti is the founder of
Consigliori consulting practice. Contact him at
Pasquale@TheConsigliori.com

2. ==> Mr. President, Lies Matter

Before Donald Trump, the idea of having a president who
habitually fails to tell the truth and survives would
have been unthinkable. To his supporters, apparently
lies don’t matter, but Tony Selimi says they do, and
they hurt everyone. He’ll share five tips to
distinguish lies from the truth and help people avoid
the long term effect that distortion of the truth can
have on science, health care, education, mental,
emotional and physical health, and every facet of our
lives, putting us on a path to self-destruction. He
says, “If we don’t immunize against this virus of the
modern age, teach our children the importance of truth,
and have a conscious media and government, we are
heading towards a lonely planet in which the human
values we hold dear are totally forgotten.” Tony Selimi
is author of “A Path to Wisdom” and “#Loneliness – The
Virus of the Modern Age,” and co-creator of “Living My
Illusion- The Truth Hurts,” an award-winning
documentary. Tony has appeared on over 100 TV and radio
stations across the world. Contact him at +44 &8 1717
4708; tony@tonyselimi.com

3. ==> Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author Jack Davis

Jack Davis’s “The Gulf: The Making of an American Sea”
won the 2018 Pulitzer Prize in history along with
several other prestigious awards. Invite him to discuss
how humans have impacted the Gulf of Mexico and why
it’s a far larger story than a Corps of Engineers levee
or a BP offshore oil rig. Beginning in the age of
exploration, Davis will reveal the fragile borders of a
wild battleground that would soon serve as a larger map
for America’s fraught relationship with the
environment. You’ll learn about the Spanish and English
who first ventured to the region and were confused by
the indigenous cultures who hid behind and thrived off
the Gulf’s peculiar ecosystem and how, in the two
hundred years following Columbus’s fateful voyage, the
aboriginals were subdued along the Florida, Alabama,
Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas coasts. Jack Davis is
also the author of “An Everglades Providence: Marjory
Stoneman Douglas and the American Environmental
Century.’ A professor of environmental history at the
University of Florida, he grew up on the Gulf coast,
and now lives in Florida and New Hampshire. Contact
Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137 or Erin Bolden at
(703) 646-5188.

4. ==> Royal Wedding Fever Running High

In case you hadn’t heard, Prince Harry is getting
married on Saturday. Everyone’s talking about it and
many will even get up at 5am to watch the ceremony
live! The royals have infiltrated our collective
consciousness. The question is, why? Ask psychologist
Dr. John Huber. He’ll discuss why some people are
obsessed with the royal family, whether it’s unhealthy
to fantasize about being someone else, and his
prognosis (from afar) on whether the couple’s marriage
can last. Dr. John Huber is a clinical forensic
psychologist and the chairman for Mainstream Mental
Health, a non-profit mental health organization. Dr.
Huber has appeared on hundreds of radio shows and
dozens of national television programs. Contact Ryan
McCormick at (516) 901-1103; (919) 377-1200.

5. ==> Will The Royal Marriage Be a Royal Pain?

It may be a fairy tale wedding, but how will Harry and
Meghan fare once the ceremony is over? As the new
couple is learning, every day of their life, every move
they make will be scrutinized, from what they wear to
when they become parents. How will Markle cope with
leaving her successful acting career? How will living
in this royal fishbowl affect their relationship? What
sort of precautions must they take to not let other
people’s opinions affect who they are and make time for
each other? Kristie Overstreet, a psychotherapist,
author, and speaker, has advice for the royal couple as
well as any couple taking their vows this summer. Dr.
Overstreet has been featured on CNN and in Self,
Psychology Today and other major media. She is the
author of “Fix Yourself First: 25 Tips to Stop Ruining
Your Relationships.” Reach her at (904) 566-9256 or
Kristie@TherapyDepartment.com

6. ==> Advice for Grads – Give a Damn!

7. ==> How to Make a Great Big Decision

Whether it’s what college to choose, whether to start a
new business or move across the country, we all face
big decisions in our lives. It’s common to put off
making tough choices because you don’t want to be wrong
or cause yourself or others unnecessary pain and
expense–financial, emotional, or any other kind of
toll. Invite Michael Angelo Costa to explain the secret
to mastering big decisions and making the right choice.
You’ll learn the four key factors to consider before
making any important decision and become less-stressed
and more confident in your decision-making ability! A
lawyer, investment banker, and advisor, Michael Angelo
Costa has more than 33 years of international business
experience. The author of “Never Be Wrong Again – Four
Steps to Making Better Decisions in Work and in Life”
frequently appears on radio and TV as an expert in
decision-making. Contact him at (760) 238-5087;
Info@michaelangelocosta.com

8. ==> Corporate America’s Dirty Little Secret: Ageism
Exists

Corporate America has a dirty little secret – companies
are discarding their older employers like yesterday’s
newspaper, just because of their age. But according to
Diane Huth, career coach and Amazon bestselling author,
it doesn’t have to be that way. Huth coaches baby
boomers on the 5 key things they need to do to keep
their current job or find a new one. She explains that
the single most important task any older worker must
focus on is upping their computer and technology
skills. She encourages mature workers to focus on life-
long learning to adapt to the rapidly transforming job
market and keep their skills and certifications up to
date and provides lists of no-cost or low-cost ways to
achieve and keep career relevance. Diane also urges
workers to look as young as they can without looking
silly and provides detailed insights into how to look
10 – 15 years younger fast. Let Diane share with your
listeners how older workers can successfully adopt more
youthful work, communication and lifestyle habits to
more easily fit into a modern, flexible and mobile
workplace. What she has to say is nothing short of a
new way of looking at work. Her book “Brand You! To Re-
Invent Your Career” will be released this summer.
Reach her at (210) 601-7852 or diane@BrandYouGuide.com

9. ==> Business: Prevent Negative Viral Videos

If you’re non-white in America, you’ve likely
experienced racism at some level, at some point in your
life. And lately, it seems there’s a news story each
day involving a racist incident. From Starbucks to Yale
University, cell phones are capturing discrimination
and putting businesses and organizations in the
spotlight–and in the hotseat. As these videos go
viral, customers worry about their safety and, in some
cases, are boycotting the businesses. Invite Nita
Wiggins, a former Texas TV anchor and the victim of
racial discrimination, to discuss what kind of training
can be done to prevent these scenarios as well as what
you should do if you experience racial discrimination.
She is currently conducting training for these exact
situations and discussing the best ways to prevent
these issues and how to manage them. Nita is the author
of the upcoming book “Civil Rights Baby” about
discrimination in the workplace. Contact her at
nitadallas@yahoo.com??

10. ==> Why is Customer Service So Bad?

When was the last time you were in a store where
employees greeted you by name, helped you find what you
were looking for, made you feel important and didn’t
look miserable? According to business leadership expert
Bonnie Sussman-Versace, only 10 percent of U.S.
companies provide good customer service, but she says
it should be the norm. Bonnie will share examples of
companies that make customers feel like kings and
queens and what we can learn from them. She’ll explain
why so many companies fail at customer service, reveal
what company recently closed their Indian call center
and opened one in the U.S., and what Wegmans and
DoubleTree by Hilton are doing that’s worth emulating.
For added fun, have listeners call in with their best
or worst customer service stories for a chance to win a
copy of Bonnie’s book, “Recipes for Thoughtful
Leadership and Healthy Culture.” Bonnie’s parents were
business owners and she managed her own $4.5 million
commercial design and furnishing business before
evolving into a business consultant. She is the author
of numerous articles for Business Weekly and other
publications. Contact her at (610) 301-2194 or
bversace@focusedllc.net

11. ==> The Real Monsters Under Your Bed

Parents reassure their children that there are no
monsters hiding under their bed. But Rodger Friedman
says it’s adults who need to be concerned with the
monsters hiding under their beds. On air, he’ll explain
the three biggest monsters that most of us are ill-
prepared to handle but are almost certain to slay their
retirement savings: inflation, medical care expenses
and long-term care costs. But smart people will fight
back against them before they rear their ugly heads.
“Walk into retirement unprepared and it’s like a lamb
being led to slaughter,” says the chartered retirement
planning counselor and former senior vice president of
Morgan Stanley. Think you don’t have to worry about
inflation? Rodger says, “The greatest risk folks face
in retirement is that their income will not be able to
keep pace with the increase in expenses.” It’s time
someone woke your listeners and Rodger is the master at
doing so with hope and soundbites. The author of “The
Mindset of Retirement Success” and two other books on
the topic, this experienced talk-show guest has been
featured in Time, U.S. News and numerous radio
programs. The only things hiding under his bed are dust
bunnies. Contact him at (844) 369-7526;
Rodger@RodgeronRetirement.com

12. ==> Can #MeToo Victims Overcome Trauma?

The #MeToo movement has put a spotlight on sexual
harassment and assault, not only in the entertainment
business but in women’s lives in general. Can victims
ever lead normal lives after experiencing such trauma?
Mind-body-spirit expert Arnoux Goran, says, “It is
possible to permanently overcome the pain, anger, and
shame of sexual assault so that the worst trauma
imaginable no longer affects you.” His successful
method to reprogram yourself has been studied by the
University of California, Irvine, and shown dramatic
results. Goran can also discuss men who have been
victims of sexual assault and are too afraid to talk
about it and how not dealing with emotional trauma can
lead to additional health issues like emotional eating.
His forthcoming book, “The Answer: How to Change Your
Life and Make Your Dreams Come True,” reveals how to
release negative emotions permanently and truly change
your life by addressing the cause of repeating
patterns. Goran has been featured on radio and
television. Contact him at (877) 680-8200 (CA);
Arnoux@TotalHealthMasteryUSA.com

13. ==> Simple Ways to Get Happy (and Stay Happy)

Did you know that more people than ever are chronically
unhappy? Maybe you’re one of them! Study after study
proves that unhappiness reigns supreme in America and
the world. But did you know that you can control how
happy you feel? Ed Kuiper, author of “Ride the
Happiness Wave,” can show your audience how to simply
and easily activate your own happiness and relieve the
heaviness and fatigue that have become a standard
default. Ed will share specific actions you can do
every day to quickly create a happy spirit within while
also giving fun, short, supportive suggestions to
trigger a “happy” feeling that lasts! Ed Kuiper is an
author, speaker and seminar leader on cultivating
happiness and healing – both physical and emotional. As
an officer of two major life insurance companies and
founder and CEO of several national companies, Ed spent
over 40 years in the business world before becoming the
“Master of Happiness.” Contact Ed at (207) 592-2032;
edkuiperreports@gmail.com?

14. ==> Autism News: Could this Be a Cure?

According to alarming MIT research, one in two children
in the U.S. will be diagnosed with autism by the year
2025. Physician and author Dr. Rajalakshmi Kandaswamy
attributes this to increased environmental energy
disturbances. “This not only includes environmental
stress from increased noise pollution, chemicals in
food and so on, this also includes stress from parent’s
and caregivers’ energy,” she says. “Energy disturbances
have sky-rocketed throughout the world as a result of
people defining and accepting stress and pollution to
be a normal part of daily living.” After exploring the
power of holistic energy healing in her own medical
practice and life, Dr. Raja spent more than 25 years
developing the Autism Cure, which shows results from
day one! She recently was recognized by Buzzfeed as one
of five professionals in the world to watch out for in
the autism arena. She is the author of the book “How to
Heal Autism and ADHD in 30 Days: The Phenomenally
Powerful Breakthrough of Intent Healing,” and a
graduate of India’s premier medical college C.M.C
Vellore. Contact her at
healautismnowfoundation@gmail.com.

15. ==> May – Brain Cancer Awareness Month

Did you know that brain tumors rarely form in the very
center of the brain? Mylaine Riobe, MD, FACOG says it’s
because that area of the brain gets the freshest blood
supply while the outer parts of the brain get the
‘left-overs.’ She believes that nutrient or hormone
deficits affect cells and can result in a tumor or
memory loss. Dr. Riobe will answer all your questions
about cancer and the misinformation that surrounds the
prevention, diagnosis and treatment of this epidemic
and explain her new theory of cancer as an
opportunistic disease – how it acts like a parasite
attacking weakened immune systems. You’ll learn why the
US rate of cancer is 4x that of the Chinese and hear
about promising treatments that focus on finding and
fixing deficiencies. Dr. Riobe’s multi-faceted approach
combines traditional Chinese medicine with conventional
medicine. A dynamic, progressive integrative medical
doctor with over 15 years of experience, she’s the
author of “The Answer to Cancer” and “The Tao of
Integrative Medicine.” Contact her at (772) 285-7788;
mylaineriobe@comcast.net

16. ==> ?What to Do When Your Friend is an Addict

We all know that addiction doesn’t just impact addicts;
it also shatters the lives of spouses, children and
friends. But what can loved ones actually do to help an
addict? Addiction counselor and former addict Kathy
Williamson says, “Many people feel helpless watching
someone they care about struggle with addiction but
there are actual things you can do to help an addict
get well.” She’ll discuss recovery programs, why
addiction is not a disease, and why the belief that
once an addict, always an addict is simply not true.
Williamson, whose 10-year-addiction to pain pills began
after a six-month hospitalization for recurring
pancreatitis, has been free of her addiction for 30
years and has never attended a recovery program. She’s
the author of “My Friend Is an Addict – What Can I Do?”
Contact her at (800) 551-9862;
Kathy@MyFriendIsAnAddict.com

17. ==> It’s ‘Get Caught Reading’ Month!

Did you know May is a month dedicated to reading for
FUN? And what’s more fun than science fiction? Dr. Paul
Wand, author of “Earth 2.0 Exodus: Escaping our Doomed
Planet,” will entertain your audience by discussing all
things sci-fi. A science fiction fan since the original
Star Trek series in the ‘60s, he is well-versed not
only in the lore but also the FACTS behind the sci-fi
shows and movies we grew up with and love, and his
study of the trajectory of REAL science makes “science
fiction” more believable than ever. Are we closer than
we think to leaving Earth? Escaping our “doomed”
planet? Is our space program looking more like “Star
Wars” and “Lost in Space?” You’ll hear where future
Artificial Intelligence is heading, how the
configuration of a star ship would work, and why the
eventual demise of the Earth will most likely be caused
by the sun. Dr. Wand specializes in neurology by day.
Contact him at (954) 344-9772; paulwandmd@gmail.com

18. ==> Could Hawaii’s Volcano Be Telling Us Something?

The Kilauea volcano in Hawaii continues to pose health
hazards, now adding toxic gas to its destruction of
homes and vehicles swallowed up by its fiery lava. But
are we headed for even worse calamity such as what
happened when Mount St. Helens erupted in 1980, in what
is to date the largest and most disruptive volcanic
event, spewing ashes over three states? Dr. Richard
Ruhling thinks so. And should this horrible event
occur, he believes it would be a warning from God of
His impending judgment on the U.S. and may be
accompanied by a large earthquake in the San Andreas
Fault. Invite him on your show to explain why God is
concerned about our claim to live “In God We Trust”
when we trust in money more and break his principles of
health and happiness outlined in a UCLA study. Ruhling
is a retired physician who taught Health Science; he
also attended Bible College. A seasoned talk show
guest, he has authored a number of books on Bible
prophecy and current events. His latest is “God Bless
America?” Reach him at (928) 583-7543 or
Ruhling7@juno.com

19. ==> Summer’s Coming! May is Water Safety Month

Summer’s coming and a big part of the season is being
outside, playing at the pool and beach, and swimming!
But along with the sun and fun comes countless horror
stories about kids and drowning incidents. Carolanne
Caron says everyone should be able to enjoy the water,
but there are definitely safety issues that need to be
taught to everyone, especially kids. She says, “Many
children don’t know what rules they should follow when
they’re near water and end up getting in a situation
over their skill level.” Carolanne, a swimming and
water safety expert, can share 10 rules to teach
children to be safer around the water. She’s the author
of “Water Safety with Swimmy” and “Swimmy’s Water
Safety Coloring Book.” Contact her at (603) 424-4100;
CoachCaron@SwimCoachCaron.com?

20. ==> 5 Steps to Becoming a Children’s Author

So many people dream of writing children’s books but
don’t know how to get started. Invite children’s author
and mother of three Rosie J. Pova to reveal what it
takes to stay motivated, complete your book, and
finally get a publishing deal. She can explain whether
you should submit your manuscript to agents or directly
to publishers, how to deal with rejection, and why
today’s kids don’t want to read their parents’
childhood books. She can also share insider industry
information such as why publishers don’t want rhyming
text, what kind of agent you need, whether you should
find your own illustrator, and what to realistically
expect from a publisher when it comes to book
promotion. She is the author of several children’s
books including her latest, Sarah’s Song. Pova has been
featured on radio and in print. Contact her at (214)
563-1633 (TX); rosie.pova@yahoo.com

05/10/18 RTIR Newsletter: Missing Mom, Lousy Customer Service, Injured Brains

May 10, 2018

01. Trump, Israel and Iran
02. Haspel, Torture and CIA
03. Change Politics, Help Teens Vote
04. Mom Wants This (but a Gift’s OK Too)
05. Last-Minute Mother’s Day Gifts
06. When You’re Missing Mom
07. Why Trump’s Lies Matter
08. #MeToo Victims: How to Recover
09. Africa: Next Terrorist Haven?
10. Would You Be a Whistleblower?
11. We Hate Lousy Customer Service
12. Fun Show: Obnoxious Coworkers
13. Punch Pollen in the Nose Naturally
14. Really? Pets Get Allergies Too
15. How to Heal an Injured Brain
16. Fender: A Rock ‘n’ Roll Legend
17. Amazing True Story: ‘Through the Fire’
20. When Your Friend is an Addict
=======================================

1. ==> Trump, Israel and Iran

Donald Trump claimed in his remarks Tuesday announcing
the withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal that: “Last
week Israel published intelligence documents, long
concealed by Iran, conclusively showing the Iranians’
regime and its history of pursuing nuclear weapons.”
But Gareth Porter says that’s not true. “Netanyahu
hasn’t just repeated old history about an alleged
Iranian nuclear weapons program, he has revealed that
the whole collection of documents (that were used by
the Bush administration to indict Iran for having such
an alleged covert nuclear weapons program) was
fabricated by the Israelis themselves. Telling details
in his presentation not only show these are the
documents that surfaced in 2004 but that they were
crude forgeries.” Invite Porter to discuss evidence of
forgery of the entire collection of documents. Gareth
Porter is a noted independent investigative journalist
and author of the book “Manufactured Crisis: The Untold
Story of the Iran Nuclear Scare.” Contact him at
porter.gareth50@gmail.com; @GarethPorter

2. ==> Haspel, Torture and CIA

Under fire for her still-murky role in the CIA’s
imprisonment and torture of terrorism suspects after
the 9/11 attacks, Gina Haspel pledged Wednesday that
she would not allow the spy agency to restart the
troubled program if she is confirmed as director. Ivan
Eland says it’s not surprising that Trump has nominated
Haspel to the agency’s top spot. “It doesn’t bother the
president in the least that she oversaw a secret CIA
prison in Thailand where torture was reportedly
committed and then was complicit in destroying the
videos of such horrendous human rights abuse. Trump
seems to be exhibiting some of the same tendencies to
flout the law that the flagrantly lawless Bush
administration demonstrated. Congress should not
further enable such tendencies by confirming a CIA
nominee who already shown a blatant disregard of
American rule of law.” Ivan Eland is a senior fellow at
the Independent Institute and author of “Eleven
Presidents: Promises vs. Results in Achieving Limited
Government.” Contact Kate Brown at (202) 213-7051;
buzzbybrown@gmail.com

3. ==> How to Change Politics? Help Teens Vote

Galvanized by a school shooting in Parkland, Florida,
teenagers across the country have risen up in a wave of
protest against gun violence, joining young organizers
of color who have long spoken out against the scourge
of violence in their communities. But Emma Greenman
says turning that energy into lasting political power
requires more than protest. “We need to ensure young
people have access to the ballot, and vote, in numbers
unseen in recent memory. Young people have already
begun turning their anger in that direction,
encouraging voter registration as a top goal and
promoting registration drives in schools.” She’ll
discuss the myriad of obstacles to the ballot box many
young people face including the new restrictive voter
ID laws in states around the country. Emma Greenman is
director of Voting Rights and Democracy at the Center
for Popular Democracy. She has over 15 years of
experience working on democracy and justice issues as a
litigator, a policy expert and a political advocate.
Contact Anita Jain at (347) 985-2220, ext. 119.

4. ==> Mom Wants This (But a Gift’s OK Too)

Americans spend on average $124 dollars on Mother’s Day
gifts, for a total of over $30 billion. Flowers are
lovely and spa certificates are appreciated, but
sometimes you just don’t have the cash. Luckily for
you, Suzanne Wexler says what tired and overworked moms
often need most are gestures that come free of charge!
“Mothers want to know their family values their hard
work and considers their feelings. A few heartfelt
tokens of gratitude may be just as meaningful as a
gift, if not more. Especially moms with younger
children and babies!” Wexler has great no-cost ideas
for honoring all the moms in your life, and if you must
splurge, she’s also got advice on what will—and
won’t—be appreciated by Mom. Suzanne Wexler is a
Montreal-based culture and lifestyle expert who has
written over a hundred features and trend reports for
major Canadian newspapers. Her upcoming book of humor
memoir stories is “How to Swing Like a Southern Belle,
even if you’re Frozen in the North.” Contact her at
(514) 704-0029

5. ==> Get Creative – Last-Minute Mother’s Day Gifts

Help! Mother’s Day is coming up and you’ve got…
nothing. Time is running out and it’s time to get some
inspiration and advice from someone who knows how to
get creative. Dayna Isom Johnson is Etsy’s Trend Expert
and a judge on the upcoming NBC craft competition
series ‘Making It’ hosted by Amy Poehler and Nick
Offerman. She’ll offer tips to pick uniquely
personalized gifts that will perfectly suit your mom,
share popular Mother’s Day trends on Etsy, and suggest
fun gift ideas for new moms, single moms, grandmothers,
and even pet and plant moms! Contact John Angelo at
john@premieretv.com.

6. ==> How to Survive a Mom-less Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day can be an especially difficult time for
those who have lost their moms. Margo Lenmark, a grief
expert who grew up as the daughter of an undertaker and
lost her own mom, can help ease the sadness with her
wise insights into death and grieving. “Death is not
dead,” she says. “There are gifts in grieving. When
people die, they give gifts to people who are close to
them. People send messages in death that are very
clear.” Margo can share her own experiences with
receiving these messages and reveal how those who have
lost loved ones can do the same, as well as ways to
survive Mother’s Day with love, joy and peace. She can
also share what death can teach us about living the
best life possible. Margo is the author of “Light in
the Mourning: Memoirs of an Undertaker’s Daughter,”
which has received glowing endorsements from Deepak
Chopra and New York Times best-selling author Marci
Shimoff, among others. Contact her at (828) 260-0873;
margolenmark1@gmail.com.

7. ==> Why Trump’s Lies Matter

8. ==> Can #MeToo Victims Overcome Trauma of Sexual
Assault?

9. ==> Why Be Concerned About Africa?

10. ==> Would You Be a Whistleblower? Should You?

Roughly half of all workers say they witness crimes or
wrongdoing at their workplace but only 3% blow the
whistle to the authorities. While some portray
whistleblowers are snitches, Michael McCray says it
takes courage and tenacity to speak out and stand up.
Invite the public interest advocate to explain why so
few come forward and whether the culture is changing.
McCray blew the whistle on $40M of fraud during the
Clinton Administration and has become one of the
world’s foremost proponents for whistleblowers. In his
book “Race, Power & Politics” McCray gives the inside
story of ACORN (Association of Community Organizations
for Reform Now). He also hosts the Whistleblower Summit
for Civil & Human Rights, the largest and most
prestigious whistleblower conference on Capitol Hill,
on July 30th, National Whistleblower Appreciation Day.
Contact him at (870) 543-0024; mccray.michael@gmail.com

11. ==> What’s Really Behind Lousy Customer Service?

When was the last time you were in a store where the
employees greeted you by name, helped you find what you
were looking for, made you feel important and looked
like they were having fun? According to business
leadership expert Bonnie Sussman-Versace, this scenario
is likely to play out at only 10 percent of U.S.
companies—but it should be the norm. Bonnie will share
examples of companies that make customers feel like
kings and queens and what we can learn from them.
She’ll also explain why the first step in providing
good customer service is for companies to honor and
value their own employees. As a child, Bonnie learned
the value of good customer service in her parents’
retail clothing business. She went on to manage her own
a $4.5 million commercial design and furnishing
business known for its excellent customer service
before evolving into a business consultant. She can
answer such questions as: Why do so many companies fail
to deliver on their stated goal of giving the best
possible customer service? What company closed their
Indian call center and opened one in the U.S.? What are
companies like Wegmans and DoubleTree by Hilton doing
that is worth emulating? For added fun, have listeners
call in with their best or worst customer service
stories for a chance to win a copy of Bonnie’s book,
“Recipes for Thoughtful Leadership and Healthy
Culture.” She is the author of numerous articles for
Business Weekly, the Reading Eagle, and Lehigh Business
Journal. Contact her at (610) 301-2194 or
bversace@focusedllc.net

12. Fun Show: Obnoxious Coworkers

What can you do when success at work depends on
uncooperative, nasty people? How productive can you be
when rude, obnoxious, argumentative people impede your
progress at every step? Author, communication expert,
and conflict resolution specialist Tamara Dorris will
discuss tactics she uses to heal rifts between warring
factions within corporations. She’ll discuss why
certain people just can’t get along and reveal ways to
identify and dispose of the baggage that ruins
successful collaboration. Tamara, whose expertise
includes the science behind the power of the mind, is a
corporate consultant and educator. She’s been quoted in
Seventeen, Weight Watchers, O Magazine, Wall Street
Journal, and more and has appeared on Sacramento &
Company and Good Day Sacramento. Contact her at (916)
482-5834. ?

13. ==> Punch Pollen in the Nose Naturally

We know. Every year we hear how bad allergy season is,
but this year the pollen is off the chart in many parts
of the country thanks to some screwy spring weather. So
what can you do to combat the onslaught of sneezing,
wheezing, runny eyes and nose without getting all doped
up on allergy medicine? Invite Dr. Kathleen Fry to
explain an alternative to the allergy treadmill that’s
safe, effective, inexpensive and readily available in
most health food stores for less than $10.00. Dr. Fry
is a medical doctor and homeopathic physician with over
30 years of clinical experience. Her new book is
“What’s the Remedy for That? The Definitive Homeopathy
Guide to Mastering Everyday Self-Care Without Drugs.”
Contact her at (480) 695-1383; drkathi@drkathifry.com

14. ==> Really? Pets Get Allergies Too

You’ve probably noticed dog and pet hair EVERYWHERE,
but did you know that dogs can have spring allergies?
You may not see your pup sneezing and wheezing, but
inhaled pollen can cause itching in dogs. Invite Dr.
Judy Morgan to share natural allergy and shedding
solutions that don’t involve chemicals or drugs. 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. ==> Traumatic Brain Injury: How to Heal the Brain

16. ==> This Rock ‘n’ Roll Legend Probably Changed YOUR
Life

Mention ‘Fender Guitars’ and audiences will eagerly
want to know more about the late Leo Fender and his
creative genius. Learn the amazing Fender story when
you interview Dr. Randall Bell, who co-authored the
book “Leo Fender: The Quiet Giant Heard Around the
World” with Leo’s widow, the incomparable Phyllis
Fender. Entertaining and informative, Dr. Bell will
discuss the experiences and musical instrument
developments that made Leo Fender a household name, the
countless artists (from Buddy Holly and Elvis to Keith
Richards, Buck Owens, and Jimi Hendrix) who swore by
the Fender name, and Leo himself, humble yet brilliant,
whose innovations influenced every person who has ever
heard a song. Ask Dr. Bell about the journey Leo took
to electric instrument excellence and to the Rock and
Roll Hall of Fame. A Fender family friend for decades
(Bell’s dad even led Leo Fender’s research and
development department), he’ll share inspiring stories
behind the Fender Legacy. Contact Cierra Ashdown at
(949) 637-2475; cierra@coreiq.com.

17. ==> Amazing True Story – ‘Through the Fire’

18. ==> Your Friend is an Addict – What Can You Do?

19. ==> When Alzheimer’s Strikes Early

20. ==> Ancient Arthritis Relief that Works

Arthritis can be debilitating and painful. Pills can be
dangerous and alternative therapies aren’t usually
covered by health insurance. But a new study published
in the Journal of Complementary Therepeutic Medicine
this month finds that movement therapies can help
adults suffering from arthritis, both physically and
emotionally. José de la Torre can show listeners how to
effectively manage their arthritic pain with a set of
five ancient Tibetan exercises, which they can practice
at any time. Jose says the movements help alleviate
symptoms of both osteoarthritis, as well as rheumatoid
arthritis. Jose holds a degree in mathematics from
Arizona State University, and a master’s degree from
the University of Texas at Austin. He is also the
author of “Spiritual Living for Busy People: How to
Nourish Your Soul in Today’s Hectic World.” Contact him
at (817) 304-6148; jose@the5tibetans.com or jose@peace-
coach.com

05/08/18 RTIR Newsletter: The Royal Marriage, Pain Treatments, Breast Cancer Awareness

May 8, 2018

01. Mr. President, Lies Matter
02. How to Make a Royal Marriage Work
03. America’s Favorite Mom, Marion Ross
04. Don’t Let Mom Be Scammed
05. Mother/Daughter Relationships & Health
06. Salute Superhero Single Moms
07. It’s Time Mom Puts Herself First
08. Mother Knows Best – Mothers of Society
09. Mom: Just Say ‘No!’ on Mother’s Day
10. This Doc Worked with the Underworld
11. May – Brain Cancer Awareness Month
12. The Best Pain Treatments
13. Why Businesses Should Hire Boomers
14. How the Little Guy is Beating Buffet
15. Financial Planning for Special-Needs
16. How to Get—and—Stay Happy
17. New Novel: How to Live Your Authentic Life
18. May: National Military Appreciation Month
19. Eric Stogner Wants to Talk about Death
20. Fun Ways to Get Kids Reading this Summer
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1. ==> Mr. President, Lies Matter

2. ==> How to Make a Royal Marriage Work

On May 19th, Prince Harry and American-born actress
Meghan Markle will tie the knot at one of the most
ritualized and discussed weddings of the decade. During
the ceremony, as well as every day of their life
together thereafter, their every move will be
scrutinized from what they say to what they wear and
when they become parents. How will Markle buck up and
cope with leaving her acting career? How will living in
this royal fishbowl affect their relationship? What
sort of precautions must they take to not let other
people’s opinions affect who they are and make time for
each other? Kristie Overstreet, a psychotherapist,
author, and speaker, has advice for the royal couple as
well as any couple taking their vows this summer. Dr.
Overstreet has been featured on CNN and in Self,
Psychology Today and other major media. She is the
author of “Fix Yourself First: 25 Tips to Stop Ruining
Your Relationships.” Reach her at (904) 566-9256 or
Kristie@TherapyDepartment.com

3. ==> America’s Favorite Mom, Marion Ross

Millions of fans know Marion Ross for her 11-year
portrayal of Mrs. C., the all-American mom on Happy
Days and more recently, the acclaimed TV series
Brooklyn Bridge. She’s worked with Lauren Bacall and
Shirley MacLaine, played Drew Carey and Sally Field’s
mothers, and is currently the voice of Spongebob
Squarepants’ grandmother! Invite the legendary actress
of screen and stage to share the highlights (and
lowlights) of her long career in Hollywood and on
Broadway. Her new autobiography is “My Days: Happy and
Otherwise.” Contact Harlan Boll at (626) 296-3757;
h.boll@dcpublicity.com

4. ==> Don’t Let Mom Be Scammed

One of most vulnerable demographics in America today is
older women, oftentimes living alone and maybe with
some cognitive impairment. They are the perfect target
for scammers and con artists. Learn how to help Mom or
Grandma when you invite William Francavilla to share
things you can do to minimize your loved ones being
scammed by unwelcome and unsolicited phone calls, home
repair rip-off artists and even romance hoaxes. William
Francavilla is the author of “The Madoffs Among Us,
Combat the Scammers, Con Artists and Thieves Who Are
Plotting to Steal your Money.” He’s a CFP and former
senior vice president, director of Wealth Management
for Legg Mason who has extensive media experience.
Contact him at (757) 870-4590;
mailto:wmfrancavilla@gmail.com

5. ==> Mother/Daughter Relationships & Health

Mothers and daughters have always had a complicated
relationship but Dr. April Schulte says your health
issues may also be involved, and not just because you
carry the same genes. “If Mom or daughter is sick, it
drains the health of the other. If Mom or daughter is
well, it feeds the health of the other. This dynamic is
most often shown in the digestive system because the
digestive system is about taking in nourishment. This
means that diseases like irritable bowel syndrome, acid
reflux, and indigestion may be related to the
relationships within the familial female lineage.
Perhaps this is why your mom might be suffering from
depression and why you can’t seem to cure your tummy
problems.” Dr. April Schulte is a Doctor of
Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and is a leading
expert in integrative and collaborative medicine. She
runs a successful integrative and collaborative care
practice in Colorado and is the author of the upcoming
book “Your Health Matters.” Contact her at (970)
256-8449; aprilacudoctor@gmail.com

6. ==> Salute Superhero Single Moms

Whether divorced, widowed or a single-parent by choice,
some moms are on duty 24/7 and deserve special
acknowledgement for their superhuman stamina on
Mother’s Day. Invite Sara Sherman, BA, MS, to talk
about ways to honor single moms, what they really want
for Mother’s Day, and how despite the enormous
challenges involved, she’s managed to raise her
children while earning two degrees AND working full-
time! A speaker, blogger, coach and creator of the Kick
Ass Single Mom Life movement, Sara is the author of
“The Single Mom’s Guide to Getting a Degree” which
explains how single parents can head back to school
with confidence. As a single parent for most of her
adult life, Sara ?can speak to almost any topic
relating to single parenting. Contact her at (614)
432-2717; sara@singlemomsasksara.com

7. ==> It’s Time Mom Puts Herself First

This Sunday is Mother’s Day, a time to celebrate the
woman who raised us, often putting her needs ahead of
ours. But according to Suzette Webb, it’s also a time
to offer mothers the chance to let go of the notion
that they have to put themselves last in order to be a
good mom. Invite this inspiring guest on air to
encourage mothers everywhere to set aside time to
engage in activities that bring them joy—and not just
on Mother’s Day—because a mother who engages in play is
an even better role model. Whether it’s gardening,
coloring, a spa treatment or going out with girlfriends
or having a tea party to celebrate their own
accomplishments, Suzette will help mothers recharge,
particularly those who are the glue holding it all
together for everyone else at home, work or both. In
fact, she’ll explain how women can relinquish their
role as the family glue to become like Velcro (being
there when needed, but detaching when necessary) and
Teflon (allowing some things to slide and take their
own natural course). Suzette holds an MBA from the
Kellogg Graduate School of Northwestern University. She
is a mother, entrepreneur, speaker, podcaster and the
author of “Blues to Blessings.” Reach her at (708)
261-3303; suzette@bluestoblessings.com

8. ==> Mother Knows Best – Mothers of Society

Mother’s Day is a celebration honoring all mothers,
from birth mothers to mothers of society. Although
physical gifts are wonderful to receive, there is no
greater gift of knowledge. Nita Wiggins says there are
many mother influencers today that we can learn from.
“What if Rosa Parks, a woman, a mother, never stood up
for herself? She defended her people and advocated for
them as mothers do. Mothers stand up for what is right,
their children, and for the greater good.” Rosa Parks
was a mother to civil rights and influenced Wiggins the
day she hugged her, to write her own story of civil
injustice and become a defendant for those
discriminated in the workplace. With many
discriminating acts, sexual harassments acts, and
unequal opportunities still plaguing society, Wiggins
will share how she became a mother to society by
speaking on racial discrimination and discrimination of
women in the media and what she is doing about the
problems. Contact her at nitadallas@yahoo.com

9. ==> Mom: Just Say ‘No!’ on Mother’s Day

What’s Mom doing this Mother’s Day? Dr. Saundra Dalton-
Smith hopes she’ll spend her day saying no. As
everyone’s go-to when someone is hungry or hurt,
something is lost or needs fixing, Mom gives more than
her fair share, and then some. This Mother’s Day, Dr.
Saundra challenges Mom to take charge of her day just
by saying “no.” No cooking, cleaning, chores. No taking
on other people’s workloads, fighting somebody else’s
battles. Mom needs to relax, recharge, and refresh.
Talk to Dr. Saundra about the seven different ways Mom
(and everyone else) needs to rest so she can be the
happy, healthy woman you can celebrate with every day
of the year. Dr. Saundra’s advice and expertise has
been featured in Woman’s Day and Prevention magazines.
You can reach her at DrDaltonSmith@gmail.com or (256)
405-9765.?

10. ==> This Doc Worked with the Underworld

Dr. David Trucker was a successful surgeon treating
hundreds of regular patients, while at the same time
meeting the medical needs of mafia members, celebrities
and working undercover for police in the states of
Minnesota, Michigan and Pennsylvania. Invite him on
your show and hear his amazing stories that include
being involved in the medical care of Elizabeth Taylor,
Elvis Presley plus many other celebrities while
continuing contact with key members of the underworld.
Dr. Trucker was a teenage gang leader who turned his
life around after a conviction, achieving the rank of
Lt. Colonel in the United States Army, serving two
major assignments. His new memoir is “The 11th
Commandment.” Contact Dr. David Trucker at
addvance@comcast.net.

11. ==> May – Brain Cancer Awareness Month

12. ==> The Best Pain Treatments

For decades we’ve been told that the best pain
treatment is opioids, but we’ve been deceived. Opioids
are unsafe and not as effective as advertised. Chronic
pain expert Cindy Perlin says “Much suffering can be
avoided and many lives can be saved if more physicians
and pain patients knew about the many safe and
effective alternative pain treatments that are
available”. Cindy Perlin is a licensed clinical social
worker, certified biofeedback practitioner, chronic
pain survivor, the creator of the online Alternative
Pain Treatment Directory and the author of “The Truth
About Chronic Pain Treatments: The Best and Worst
Strategies for Becoming Pain Free.” She has been in
private practice in the Albany, NY area for over 25
years and has been a guest on numerous radio and TV
shows. Contact her at (518) 439-6431 or at
cindyperlin@gmail.com.

13. ==> Why Businesses Should Hire Boomers Instead of
Millennials

14. ==> How the Little Guy Beat Warren Buffet’s Record
for the Past 17 Years

Ever since the New York Stock Exchange was created back
in 1792, the small investor almost always came out
second best! That changed when John Doody, a precious
metals analyst, beat Warren Buffet’s incredible long-
term track record of 20.8% per year, by a wide margin.
And these results are audited! John Miller, a financial
advisor for 25 years, has seen all sorts of market ups
and downs and can share his professional insights on
how the little guy is finally beating the pros. Invite
him to reveal what the professionals consider when
trying to strategize their next move in the market. His
new book, “The Coming Gold, Silver, and Block-Chain
Share Explosion!” reveals, in simple terms, how
Americans can protect and build their life savings.
Your audience will also receive a free Kindle download
of the book by visiting his website. Miller has been
featured by the Mancow Morning Show, the Joe Bartlett
Show, the Financial Survival Network, The Phil Hulet
Show, and other radio shows nationwide. Contact him at
(727) 564-9416 (FL); wallst101@hotmail.com

15. ==> Financial Planning for Special-Needs Families

Families with special-needs members live with constant
stress. They worry about taking care of their family
member with a disability, getting out of debt, saving
for retirement, and providing a secure future for their
family members. Rob Wrubel, a Certified Financial
Planning professional and a father of a daughter with
Down syndrome, can explain how families can create
financial stability and the steps they need to take to
create a trust to care for their family member with
special needs. Rob’s latest book and winner of the IBPA
Benjamin Franklin Silver Award™, is “Financial Freedom
for Special Needs Families: 9 Building Blocks to Reduce
Stress, Preserve Benefits, and Create a Fulfilling
Life,” aims to help families who have a member with
autism, Down syndrome, a brain injury, cerebral palsy
or some other cause of an intellectual or developmental
disability remove as much financial stress as possible.
Rob Wrubel is also an Accredited Investment Fiduciary
and a partner at Cascade Investment Group. Contact him
at (719) 632-0818 (CO); rwrubel@ciginc.net

16. ==> Why We Can’t Stay Happy (and What to Do about
It)

17. ==> New Novel Reveals How to Live Your Authentic
Life

Are you living the life you desire both personally and
professionally? Are there changes you would like to
make, but aren’t quite sure how? Can you imagine how
great it would be to finally feel free to be your
authentic self, living the life of your dreams? Invite
award-winning screenwriter, author, TV/film producer,
journalist, and TV host Maryann Ridini Spencer to
reveal the steps to finally live your authentic life
and what to do when you venture off track. She asserts,
“Choosing to love and live with passion or purpose is
our soul’s mission and the path to experiencing our
authentic, joyous life on Earth.” Her ‘Best Book
Award’-winning novel, “Lady in the Window,” serves as a
blueprint for healing and living your own authentic
life and what to do when you venture off track. The
sequel, “The Paradise Table,” is set to be released in
early 2019. Her work has appeared on Hallmark Hall of
Fame (CBS-TV), the Hallmark Channel, CNN, USA, SyFy,
Showtime, PBS, and many others. Contact her at (818)
884-0104 (CA); recprinfo@gmail.com

18. ==> May is National Military Appreciation Month

Dennis Jordan spends much of his time now working with
wounded veterans – teaching them how to play the game
of golf for fun and therapy. Hit by a car in 2012,
Dennis overcame a broken spine, crushed pelvis, a
broken sternum, a broken hip, a traumatic brain injury
and even a brain seizure. A successful business man
and a very good golfer who played on a mini tour,
Dennis fought his way back from a death sentence with
pure grit and determination. Dennis, creator of the
DVD’s Golf Dude in the Basement, will share his
incredible and inspiring true story of recovery and
survival. Find out why he says, “Getting hit by a car
was the best thing that ever happened to me.” He has a
new-found mission in life, and that is to share his
story and give hope to others in whatever circumstances
they find themselves. Contact Dennis Jordan at (714)
719-3045; dennis.jordan1213@yahoo.com

19. ==> Eric Stogner Wants to Talk about Death

While his wife Katie was dying from cancer, Eric
Stogner had a vivid dream where an angel showed him the
preparations being made for her in Heaven – God’s
Country. Then five people told him of THEIR visions
involving his wife. Immediately, any dread Eric
previously had about death vanished and his concept of
God did an about-face. “I’d thought of God as a genius
clockmaker who’d set the world in place then put it on
the shelf to wind down by itself, but I suddenly saw
how God is active in the details of life.” Hear about
Eric’s surreal dream as well as those of a friend who
had a vision of Katie dancing with Jesus, and a 10-
year-old girl who saw her the night of her death and
received a surprise, unexplainable gift the next
morning. Eric Stogner’s now on a mission to tell people
they don’t have to fear death. His book is “Into God’s
Country.” Contact Jim Dobkins at (928) 277-1268;
ucspress@aol.com.?

20. ==> 5 Fun Ways to Get Kids Reading During Summer
Vacation

05/03/18 RTIR Newsletter: Midlife Job Security, Allergy Shots, Brain Injuries

May 3, 2018

01. Netanyahu’s ‘Fake News’
02. Who Wants a Sprint T-Mobile Merger?
03 The Story of WWII’s Flying Tigers
04. May 4th is National Star Wars Day!
05. Cool, Creative Mother’s Day Gifts
06. Hey Mom, Stop Putting Yourself Last
07. Real Super Heroes – Single Moms
08. Mother’s Day When Mom is the Worst
09. We Should Be Concerned About Africa
10. Create Your Own Midlife Job Security
11. How to Build a Money-Making Business
12. Tired of Allergy Shots and Pills?
13. Never Be Wrong Again
14. Brain Injuries – It’s Not Just Athletes
15. Little League Injuries on the Rise
16. May is Water Safety Month
17. Fun Show for Billy Joel’s Birthday!
18. Want to Be a Children’s Author?
19. May 8th World Ovarian Cancer Day
20. The Secret to Eating Just One Chip
=======================================

1. ==> Netanyahu’s Prolonged Disinformation Campaign

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu offered a
robust defense Tuesday of a dramatic presentation in
which he accused Iran of “brazenly lying” over its
nuclear ambitions, after claims that he had revealed
nothing new. Journalist Gareth Porter says, “Netanyahu
hasn’t just repeated old history about an alleged
Iranian nuclear weapons program, as news media have
suggested in their coverage of his theatrical
presentation. He has revealed that the whole collection
of documents (that were used by the Bush administration
to indict Iran for having such an alleged covert
nuclear weapons program) was fabricated by the Israelis
themselves. Telling details in his presentation not
only show these are the documents that surfaced in 2004
but that they were crude forgeries.” Invite Porter to
discuss evidence of forgery of the entire collection of
documents. Gareth Porter is a noted independent
investigative journalist and author of the book
“Manufactured Crisis: The Untold Story of the Iran
Nuclear Scare.” Contact him at
porter.gareth50@gmail.com; @GarethPorter

2. ==> Who Wants a Sprint T-Mobile Merger?

After years of talks and two break-ups, T-Mobile and
Sprint finally agreed to their $26 billion telecom
merger. Now, regulators will take a look at the plan
and Matt Wood is among those hoping it gets a thumbs-
down. “No one but T-Mobile and Sprint executives and
Wall Street brokers wants to see this merger go
through. Greed and a desire to reach deeper into
people’s wallets by taking away their choices are the
only things motivating this deal. The combined entity
here would just use this deal to line its own pockets,
pay down the massive debt these companies carry, and
reward shareholders with more stock buybacks. It would
fund further acquisitions of content companies, too.”
Matt Wood is Policy Director at Free Press. Free Press
is an independent organization that promotes fair and
equal access to media and technology. Contact Timothy
Karr at tkarr@freepress.net, @freepress

3. ==> The Story of WWII’s Flying Tigers

Listeners may recall images of the shark-face nose art
on the Curtiss P-40 Warhawk, but they may not know the
story behind the pilots who flew the iconic planes.
Invite Samuel Kleiner to share the story of 300
American pilots who were secretly recruited to defend
the nation’s desperate Chinese allies before Pearl
Harbor and ended up on the front lines of the war
against the Japanese in the Pacific. You’ll hear
fascinating details of the mission, including how the
group traveled to Burma in the fall of 1941 under false
identities and trained with legendary general Claire
Chennault with the idea that they would be supporting
Chiang Kai-shek’s China in its battle with Japan. They
were consequently in place when Pearl Harbor was bombed
and the Flying Tigers began their first flights 12 days
later, helping to keep the Japanese occupied as U.S.
troops were built up. Samuel Kleiner is the author of
“The Flying Tigers: The Untold Story of the American
Pilots Who Waged a Secret War Against Japan.” Contact
Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137;
johanna@jrbcomm.com or Erin Bolden at (703) 646-5188.

4. ==> May 4th is National Star Wars Day!

Are we closer than we think to leaving Earth? Escaping
our “doomed” planet? Is our space program looking more
like Star Wars and Lost in Space? Interview Dr. Paul
Wand, author of “Earth 2.0 Exodus: Escaping our Doomed
Planet,” about how factual these shows really are.
He’ll entertain your audience by discussing all things
sci-fi and explain how the development of quantum
computers – now a reality – will change everything.
Wand’s study of the trajectory of real science makes
science fiction more believable than ever! A science
fiction fan since the original Star Trek series in the
‘60s, Wand is well versed not only in the lore but also
the facts behind the science fictions shows and movies
we have all grown up with and love. Dr. Wand, who
specializes in Neurology by day, has created a unique
“factual science fiction” genre that gives him the
inside track on where future Artificial Intelligence
might be heading, why the configuration of his star
ship could work, and why the eventual demise of the
Earth will most likely be caused by the sun. Contact
Dr. Paul Wand at (954) 344-9772; paulwandmd@gmail.com

5. ==> Etsy Expert – Cool, Creative Mother’s Day Gifts

Help! Mother’s Day is coming up and you’ve got…
nothing. We’d all love to give Mom the best-ever gift,
but it’s tough coming up with ideas year after year.
Get some inspiration and advice from someone who knows
how to get creative. Dayna Isom Johnson is Etsy’s Trend
Expert and a judge on the upcoming NBC craft
competition series ‘Making It’ hosted by Amy Poehler
and Nick Offerman. She’ll offer tips to pick uniquely
personalized gifts that will perfectly suit your mom,
share popular Mother’s Day trends on Etsy, and suggest
fun gift ideas for new moms, single moms, grandmothers,
and even pet and plant moms! Contact John Angelo at
john@premieretv.com.

6. ==> It’s Time Moms Stop Putting Their Needs Last!

May 13 is Mother’s Day, a time to celebrate the woman
who raised us, often putting her needs ahead of ours.
But according to Suzette Webb, it’s also a time to
offer mothers the chance to let go of the notion that
they have to put themselves last in order to be a good
mom. Invite this inspiring guest on air to encourage
mothers everywhere to set aside time to engage in
activities that bring them joy—and not just on Mother’s
Day—because a mother who engages in play is an even
better role model. Whether it’s gardening, coloring, a
spa treatment or going out with girlfriends or having a
tea party to celebrate their own accomplishments,
Suzette will help mothers recharge, particularly those
who are the glue holding it all together for everyone
else at home, work or both. In fact, she’ll explain how
women can relinquish their role as the family glue to
become like Velcro (being there when needed, but
detaching when necessary) and Teflon (allowing some
things to slide and take their own natural course).
Suzette holds an MBA from the Kellogg Graduate School
of Northwestern University. She is a mother,
entrepreneur, speaker, podcaster and the author of
“Blues to Blessings.” Reach her at (708) 261-3303;
suzette@bluestoblessings.com

7. ==> Real Super Heroes – Single Moms

Whether divorced, widowed or a single-parent by choice,
some moms are on duty 24/7 and deserve special
acknowledgement for their superhuman stamina on
Mother’s Day. Invite Sara Sherman, BA, MS, to talk
about ways to honor single moms, what they really want
for Mother’s Day, and how despite the enormous
challenges involved, she’s managed to raise her
children while earning two degrees AND working full-
time! A speaker, blogger, coach and creator of the Kick
Ass Single Mom Life movement, Sara is the author of
“The Single Mom’s Guide to Getting a Degree” which
explains how single parents can head back to school
with confidence. As a single parent for most of her
adult life, Sara can speak to almost any topic relating
to single parenting. Contact her at (614) 432-2717;
sara@singlemomsasksara.com

8. ==> Mother’s Day When Mom is the Worst

Mother’s Day is coming and for some people,
particularly women, the holiday is fraught with
landmines. How do you even pick out a card let alone a
gift for a mother who has been hard to please,
belittles you or makes you feel bad about yourself? For
many women (and men) Mother’s Day is something to
ignore or get over with as quickly as possible. Carol-
Ann Hamilton can relate because she grew up with a
mother who was paranoid and schizophrenic. Bring Carol-
Ann on your show to hear how Mother’s Day can be a time
to heal yourself from the aftereffects of less-than-
perfect parenting. She’ll share tips for putting the
past behind you including how she was able to give her
mother’s eulogy truthfully without sugarcoating her
problem behaviors. Carol-Ann is a delightful media
guest and the host of her own radio program, The
Conscious Caregiver. She’s the author of “Coping with
Un-cope-able Parents.” Contact her at (905) 822-2503;
carolann@carolannhamilton.com

9. ==> Why Should We Be Concerned About Africa?

10. ==> Create Your Own Midlife Job Security

11. ==> The Secret to Building a Profitable Business

The #1 reason to go into business is to make money.
Yet, many small businesses aren’t very profitable. In
fact, many business owners work harder and earn less
than their counterparts in the workforce. But it
doesn’t have to be that way. Patricia Stallworth,
a business and money coach, will explain the process of
building a profitable business and a secure financial
future at the same time. Invite her to share basic
strategies like planning and cash flow to help the
entrepreneurs in your audience build better businesses
and lives. Patricia blends the skills she learned in
working with Fortune 100 companies and small businesses
with money strategies to create custom solutions for
her clients. Her upcoming book, “BAM!: A Simple
Business and Money System for Entrepreneurs to Build
Profits and Prosperity,” is an essential tool for
anyone in business or who is thinking about starting
one. Stallworth has been featured by NPR and magazines
and radio stations nationwide. Contact her at (404)
454-9106 (GA); ps@psworth.com

12. ==> Tired of Allergy Shots and Pills? Natural,
Cheap Relief

Spring has sprung! The trees are budding, the flowers
are blooming and the birds are singing. While it’s
beautiful to behold, it can be agony for people with
seasonal allergies. Many sufferers spend a small
fortune in doctor visits, allergy shots and
prescription drugs that make them drowsy, but Dr.
Kathleen Fry says there is an alternative to the
allergy treadmill that’s safe, effective, inexpensive
and readily available in most health food stores for
less than $10.00. Invite her on your show to share
proven allergy relief your listeners’ will appreciate.
Dr. Fry is a medical doctor and homeopathic physician
with over 30 years of clinical experience. Her new book
is “What’s the Remedy for That? The Definitive
Homeopathy Guide to Mastering Everyday Self-Care
Without Drugs.” Contact her at (480) 695-1383;
drkathi@drkathifry.com

13. ==> Never be Wrong Again

Whether you’re contemplating a career change, buying a
house or a move across the country, we all face big
decisions in our lives. It’s common to put off making
tough choices because you don’t want to be wrong or
cause yourself or others unnecessary pain and
expense–financial, emotional, or any other kind of
toll. Invite Michael Angelo Costa to explain the secret
to mastering big decisions and making the right choice.
You’ll learn the four key factors to consider before
making any important decision and become less-stressed
and more confident in your decision-making ability! A
lawyer, investment banker, and advisor, Michael Angelo
Costa has more than 33 years of international business
experience. The author of “Never Be Wrong Again – Four
Steps to Making Better Decisions in Work and in Life”
frequently appears on radio and TV as an expert in
decision-making. Contact him at (760) 238-5087;
Info@michaelangelocosta.com

14. ==> Traumatic Brain Injuries – It’s Not Just
Athletes

15. ==> Why Are Little League Injuries on the Rise?
?
Springtime means baseball, and Little Leaguers
everywhere are gearing up and taking to the field.
Parents, coaches, and the kids themselves expect the
bumps and bruises that come with hard ball play, but
the latest trends in youth sports leagues are revealing
that some kids are playing too hard. Dr. Thomas
Neviaser, retired orthopedist, talks about the risks
young athletes take when they specialize too early and
play too long. He’ll discuss what he’s seen over his 30
years as an orthopedic surgeon, and how your future
Mickey Mantle, Serena Williams, or Tom Brady can stay
fit, healthy, and active without risking a life-
altering injury. Dr. Tom’s illustrious career spanned
the beginnings of arthroscopic surgery to the very
latest, cutting-edge methodologies of today. He would
love to share his knowledge with you and your
listeners. He can be reached at (540) 718-0666.

16. ==> Summer’s Coming! May is Water Safety Month

17. ==> Fun Show for Billy Joel’s Birthday!

Just in time for Billy Joel’s 68th birthday, May 9, why
not do a show that celebrates the unconditional love
described in his classic 1977 song “I Love You Just the
Way You Are”? Dr. Jeanne Sanner, the author of “Finding
Unconditional Love a Little Peace at a Time,” will
discuss what it really means to love someone “just the
way they are” – and offer tips on loving ourselves
despite our perceived imperfections. An abused child
who grew up believing she was not “good enough,” Jeanne
has extraordinary empathy and a bubbly personality that
puts audiences at ease. She also has a simple life-
changing formula that can lead to greater love for
ourselves and others. Jeanne has a doctorate in
spiritual studies, a master’s in education and a
bachelor’s in psychology. Reach her at (949) 460-9450;
jeannesanner@yahoo.com

18. ==> Discover 5 Steps to Becoming a Children’s
Author

19. ==> May 8th World Ovarian Cancer Day

Ovarian cancer is a disease that is often misdiagnosed
or discovered too late to save women’s lives. Of all
female cancers, it has the lowest survival rate and
virtually any woman is capable of developing it. Jen
Coken, the daughter of a health-obsessed woman who died
of the disease, wants to spread awareness of the
symptoms of ovarian cancer and help women talk to their
doctors about them. Invite Jen on your show and learn
who has the greatest risk for ovarian cancer, symptoms
and warning signs of the disease, and why there have
been no significant improvements in detecting or
treating ovarian cancer in the last 50 years. Jen Coken
will hold a free informational webinar on ovarian
cancer on May 8th. She is the author of “When I Die,
Take My Panties: Turning Your Darkest Moments into Your
Greatest Gifts.” She is a coach, a speaker and a
recovering stand-up comedian. Contact her at (303)
859-9081; jencoken@gmail.com

20. ==> The Secret to Eating Just One Chip

Salty, crispy, crunchy, yummy. Nothing beats the
comforting taste of potato chips. Yet most of us can’t
stop at just one. In fact, many of us can’t stop until
the whole bag is empty. Enter Sora Vernikoff. She can
teach your audience how to use her simple Green
Technique to satisfyingly eat just one potato chip and
stop or, in fact, to eat whatever you want, stop when
you want and become thin. Turning conventional wisdom
on its ear, she’ll explain why thinking about food
makes you fat—not eating it—and bad-for-you foods are a
myth. Sora, a former elementary school teacher who lost
25 pounds and has kept them off for decades, has helped
hundreds of people discover the secret for knowing when
to stop eating. She is the author of the Amazon
bestseller “Eat Want You Want! Stop When You Want!: A
No-Diet, Weight-Loss Program.” This experienced talk
show guest spent more than a decade teaching her
program while working under the auspices of a leading
New York City endocrinologist. She has also taught the
program at the Learning Annex and lectured at Lennox
Hill Hospital. Contact her at (212) 464-8590;
soravernikofff@gmail.com

05/01/18 RTIR Newsletter: Obnoxious Coworkers, Cosby Preparing for Prison, Ovarian Cancer Day

May 1, 2018

01. Trump Fumbled the Caravan
02. Best-Selling Author was Homeless Immigrant
03. The Sprint/T-Mobile Merger and You
04. Cosby Mentally Preparing for Prison
05. Award-Winning Documentary ‘What Haunts Us’
06. Moms: Just Say “No!” on Mother’s Day
07. When Mother’s Day Hurts
08. Free Mother’s Day Gifts She’ll Love
09. May 8th World Ovarian Cancer Day
10. Snitches or Heroes? Whistleblowers
11. National Star Wars Day!
12. Obnoxious Coworkers
13. Corporate America’s Dirty Secret: Ageism
14. Shocking Facts about Brain Injuries
15. Ancient Arthritis Relief that Works
16. May – Brain Cancer Awareness Month
17. Early-Onset Alzheimer’s is Skyrocketing
18. Fun Show: ‘I Love You Just the Way You Are’
19. May is National Military Appreciation Month
20. Yes, You Can Juggle Job, School & Family
=======================================

1. ==> Trump Fumbled the Caravan

Donald Trump is threatening to place soldiers on the
U.S.-Mexico border to face off against a thousand-
strong caravan of Central Americans who started in
Honduras and slowly wound their way through Mexico to
enter los Estados Unidos. Gustavo Arellano says, “The
bizarre thing is that Trump could’ve actually scored
some points off of this situation and not put our
national security at risk by trying to construct a
modern-day (and likely equally successful) Maginot
Line.” He adds, “If any of those in the caravan get
sent back and die at the hands of the people they
traveled so far to escape, the blood will be on Trump’s
hands. Our troops deserve better than to be used as
pawns in some reality-show reality by a power-hungry
and attention-seeking tyrant.” Gustavo Arellano is the
former editor of OC Weekly, an alternative newspaper in
Orange County, California, author of “Orange County: A
Personal History” and “Taco USA: How Mexican Food
Conquered America,” and a lecturer with the Chicana and
Chicano Studies department at California State
University, Fullerton. His commentaries regularly
appear on Marketplace and the Los Angeles Times.
Contact him at @GustavoArellano

2. ==> From Homeless Immigrant to Best-Selling Author

As a caravan of immigrants sits in Tijuana, Mexico
awaiting their fate, award-winning author Tony J.
Selimi remembers his own journey to freedom from
Macedonia where he was forced to fight in a civil war
he despised. He says, “To save my life, my late mother
put me on a one-way flight to the UK. I went from being
a teenage victim of war to living homeless on the
streets of London.” 28-years later Selimi now teaches
people all over the globe the importance of embracing
the gifts and the challenges migrant and refugees bring
to society and the world.” Tony will share why he
believes migrants are a conduit for more light and an
opportunity to self-reflect on our disempowered states
that we blame the most vulnerable for. Tony J. Selimi
is author of “A Path to Wisdom” and “#Loneliness – The
Virus of the Modern Age,” and co-creator of “Living My
Illusion- The Truth Hurts,” an award-winning
documentary. Tony has appeared on over 100 TV and radio
stations across the world. Contact him at +44 &8 1717
4708; tony@tonyselimi.com

3. ==> The Sprint/T-Mobile Merger and You

Sprint and T-Mobile are close to merging. If the deal
is approved, the resulting company would be the
nation’s second-biggest wireless carrier after Verizon,
controlling roughly 100 million customers. What will
that really mean to consumers? Shelly Palmer says,
“Practically nothing now. But in a few years, a merged
SprinT will be one of three 5G providers in the US.”
Wondering what that could mean? Palmer can discuss the
proposed merger and the five things 5G should make you
think about. Shelly Palmer is well-known as Fox 5 New
York’s on-air tech expert and for his work on the TV
show, Shelly Palmer Digital Living. He is also a
regular technology commentator for CNBC, MSNBC, CNN,
and Fox Business News. Contact him at (917) 886-1173;
shelly@palmer.net or Dana Eisenberg at (212) 532-3880;
admin@shellypalmer.com

4. ==> Cosby Mentally Preparing for Prison

His attorneys might still be talking about innocence
and appeals, but according to published reports Bill
Cosby is mentally preparing himself for prison. “This
is what they wanted,” the 80-year-old actor/comedian
told Page Six after a Pennsylvania jury found him
guilty Thursday of drugging and sexually assaulting
Andrea Constand. Invite clinical forensic psychologist
Dr. John Huber to talk about Cosby’s transition to
prison if he is ordered to serve time behind bars and
how his demeanor changed over the course of the trial.
A mental health professional for over twenty years, Dr.
Huber is a clinical forensic psychologist and chairman
of Mainstream Mental Health, a non-profit organization.
Contact Ryan McCormick at (516) 901-1103; (919)
377-1200

5. ==> Award-Winning Documentary ‘What Haunts Us’

The critically-acclaimed documentary What Haunts Us
arrives in theaters and on STARZ this month. Directed
by Paige Goldberg Tolmach, the film looks at the 1979
graduating class of Paige’s alma mater, the prestigious
Porter Gaud School in Charleston, SC. Forty-nine boys
graduated that year; six of them would later commit
suicide. Upon learning the news of her classmates,
Paige took a deeper look into the school’s past and
uncovers the truth about a beloved teacher who molested
many of his students for years. Paige’s obsession was
to find out how this could have happened in plain view,
and as it turns out, with the school’s knowledge. Paige
will discuss the new award-winning film, how she was
able to uncover the truth and get answers to the
questions no one wanted to hear, and what she hopes
viewers will take away. What Haunts Us opens in
theaters May 11th and premieres on STARZ May 14th.
Contact John Angelo at john@premieretv.com

6. ==> Moms: Just Say “No!” on Mother’s Day

What’s Mom doing this Mother’s Day? Dr. Saundra Dalton-
Smith hopes she’ll spend her day saying no. As
everyone’s go-to when someone is hungry or hurt,
something is lost or needs fixing, Mom gives more than
her fair share, and then some. This Mother’s Day, Dr.
Saundra challenges Mom to take charge of her day just
by saying “no.” No cooking, cleaning, chores. No taking
on other people’s workloads, fighting somebody else’s
battles. Mom needs to relax, recharge, and refresh.
Talk to Dr. Saundra about the seven different ways Mom
(and everyone else) needs to rest so she can be the
happy, healthy woman you can celebrate with every day
of the year. Dr. Saundra’s advice and expertise has
been featured in Woman’s Day and Prevention magazines.
Contact her at (256) 405-9765; DrDaltonSmith@gmail.com

7. ==> When Mother’s Day Hurts

Here it comes, the annual reminder of what may be
unpleasant realities. Whether your mother is recently
deceased and you miss her dreadfully, or she’s very
ill, or you’ve been caring for her these last few years
and she no longer knows who you are, Mother’s Day isn’t
necessarily a happy day for everyone. Sheila Collins,
PhD, an expert on grief, loss, and self-care for
caregivers, has practical advice for those whose
Mother’s Day won’t look like a Hallmark ad. An author,
improv comedian, and dancing social worker, Dr. Collins
will bring a playful humorous touch to the conversation
and offer ways to take care of yourself, no matter what
your ‘mother challenge’ may be—your own mother or being
a mom yourself. Sheila Collins’ upcoming book with co-
author Christine Gautreaux is “Stillpoint: A Self-care
Playbook for Caregivers to Find Ease, Time to Breathe,
and Reclaim Joy.” Contact Dr. Collins at (817)
706-4967.

8. ==> Free Mother’s Day Gifts She’ll Love

9. ==> May 8th World Ovarian Cancer Day

10. ==> Snitches or Heroes? Whistleblowers

Roughly half (47%) of all workers witness crimes or
wrongdoing at their workplace but only 3% have the
courage and tenacity to blow the whistle to the
authorities. Invite Michael McCray, an author, speaker
and public interest advocate, to explain why. McCray
blew the whistle on $40M of fraud during the Clinton
Administration and has become one of the world’s
foremost proponents for whistleblowers. In his book
“Race, Power & Politics” McCray gives the inside story
of ACORN (Association of Community Organizations for
Reform Now). He also hosts the Whistleblower Summit for
Civil & Human Rights, the largest and most prestigious
whistleblower conference on Capitol Hill, on July 30th,
National Whistleblower Appreciation Day. Contact him at
(870) 543-0024; mccray.michael@gmail.com

11. ==> May 4th is National Star Wars Day!

12. ==> How to Work Well with Obnoxious Coworkers

13. ==> Corporate America’s Dirty Little Secret: Ageism
Exists

Corporate America has a dirty little secret – companies
are discarding their older employers like yesterday’s
newspaper, just because of their age. But according to
career coach Diane Huth, it doesn’t have to be that
way. Huth coaches baby boomers on five key things they
need to do to keep their current job or find a new one.
You’ll learn the single most important task any older
worker must focus on, how keeping up on skills and
certifications is imperative and low-and no-cost ways
to achieve and keep career relevance. Diane also urges
workers to look as young as they can without looking
silly and will share easy ways to look 10 – 15 years
younger fast. Diane Huth’s new book “Brand You! To Re-
Invent Your Career” will be released this summer.
Reach her at (210) 601-7852 or diane@BrandYouGuide.com

14. ==> Shocking Facts about Traumatic Brain Injuries

15. ==> Ancient Arthritis Relief that Works

16. ==> May – Brain Cancer Awareness Month

Do you know why brain tumors rarely form in the very
center of the brain? Dr. Mylaine Riobe, MD, FACOG says
it’s because that area of the brain gets the freshest
blood supply while the outer parts of the brain get the
‘left-overs.’ She believes that nutrient or hormone
deficit then affect cells and can result in a tumor or
memory loss. She’ll answer all your questions about
cancer and the misinformation that surrounds the
prevention, diagnosis and treatment of this epidemic
and explain her new theory of cancer as an
opportunistic disease – how it acts like a parasite
attacking weakened immune systems. You’ll learn why the
US rate of cancer is 4x that of the Chinese and hear
about promising treatments that focus on finding and
fixing deficiencies. Dr. Riobe’s multi-faceted approach
combines TCM (traditional Chinese medicine) with
conventional medicine. A dynamic, progressive
integrative medical doctor with over 15 years of
experience, she’s the author of “The Answer to Cancer”
and “The Tao of Integrative Medicine.” Contact her at
(772) 285-7788; mylaineriobe@comcast.net

17. ==> Early-Onset Alzheimer’s is Skyrocketing

As a medical diagnosis, Alzheimer’s Disease is one of
the most frightening. Families fear the years ahead,
considering the worrisome health intervention, physical
and mental decline expected for the afflicted, and the
myriad issues related to caregiving. Learn from Carlen
Maddux his advice for navigating the journey of early-
onset Alzheimer’s (a noted epidemic nationwide), as his
wife Martha was diagnosed at age 50. Their odyssey
lasted 17 years. Carlen can discuss altering your home
life, telling/involving the kids, and whether movies
like “Still Alice” get it right. Plus, hear Carlen’s
tips on family-wide care, keeping marriages strong,
navigating holidays, maintaining memory and safety,
avoiding caregiver fatigue, balancing personal and
professional life, myths and truths about late stage
Alzheimer’s care … and much more. Carlen is a speaker
and the author of “A Path Revealed: How Hope, Love, and
Joy Found Us Deep in a Maze Called Alzheimer’s.”
Contact him at (727) 504-8201; cmaddux@maddux.com

18. ==> Do the ‘I Love You Just the Way You Are’ Show

19. ==> May is National Military Appreciation Month

20. ==> Yes, You Can Juggle Work, School, and Family

Kids. College. Career. Individually those major
milestones in life can be challenging. When you’re
trying to balance all three, as millions of young moms
do, you know you could use help! Dr. Oliver Akamnonu
and his wife became that help for their daughter Nena
as she finished medical school but needed loving
childcare for her newborn. Interview Oliver, author of
“Little Baby Lydia, Grandma, Grandpa and Student Mom:
Saga of Family Role Reversal and the New Times,” to
hear his grandfatherly and medically-related insights
countless families can use. You’ll learn tips to
readjust as the new mom returns to work or class, how
to bond with baby, even when career commitments beckon,
and the single most important conversation a busy new
mom and her support system should have. You’ll also get
childcare refresher advice all grandparents need, and
how different generations can agree on babysitting
styles. Contact Oliver at (413) 693-8428;
ooakams@yahoo.com