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04/26/18 RTIR Newsletter: Racial Bias Training, Sports Survival for Parents, Midlife Job Security

April 26, 2018

01. Trade Doesn’t Kill Jobs
02. Georgia May Elect 1st Black Woman Governor
03. RIP Schoolhouse Rock’s Bob Dorough
04. Creepy: NYC’s Insane Asylums and Prisons
05. Etsy Trend Expert: Mother’s Day Gifts
06. When Mother’s Day Makes You Cry
07. Free Gifts Every Mom Will Love
08. What is Racial Bias Training?
09. Never Make a Wrong Decision Again
10. Create Your Own Midlife Job Security
11. John Boehner Sees Pot’s Benefits
12. The Cure for NFL Concussion Crisis
13. Sexism in Sports: The Worst Offenders
14. Sports Season Survival Tips for Parents
15. Today’s Most Mysterious Health Crisis
16. ‘I Love You Just the Way You Are’
17. Why We Can’t Stay Happy
18. The Secret to Eating Just One Chip
19. Are Excuses Holding You Back?
20. She Lost Everything in an Instant
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1. ==> Trade Doesn’t Kill Jobs

Many Americans now cheering President Trump’s
willingness to fight a trade war with China no doubt
believe that trade in recent years with that Asian
nation has destroyed too many American jobs. But Donald
Boudreaux says relative to overall routine job
destruction and creation — “job churn” — the number of
American jobs destroyed by trade is minuscule. He
argues that the major source of job destruction and
creation is technological innovation. “President
Trump’s protectionism will simply not create the
multitude of jobs that its champions predict. Far
worse, however, is the fact that the longer we tolerate
this hostility to one particular source of economic
change and growth, the more likely we are to grow
hostile to technological innovation and other more
significant sources of economic change and growth. And
it would then become impossible to make America great
again.” Donald Boudreaux is a professor of economics
and a senior fellow at the Mercatus Center at George
Mason University. Contact him at (703) 993-1157;
dboudrea@gmu.edu.

2. ==> Georgia May 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 could very well make
history.” The Democratic primary is May 22nd and it
remains to be seen whether Georgians are ready to elect
a black woman to lead. I do know that if her race and
gender were white and male, there would be no question
that Abrams would be handpicked and anointed as the
future of the Democratic Party.” She notes that If
Abrams is victorious in the primary she’ll likely face
an opponent with a near perfect grade from the NRA as
compared to her proud F-rating. 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. ==> RIP Schoolhouse Rock’s Bob Dorough

Cultural critic Gene Seymour says, “Millions of
Americans, and many more throughout the world, just
lost their favorite civics teacher.” In an Op-Ed for
CNN Seymour remembers Schoolhouse Rock creator Bob
Dorough, who died this week at the age of 94. “Although
nobody who watched Schoolhouse Rock animated shorts on
Saturday mornings beginning in 1973 knew his name, they
knew their times tables, their American history and
their grammar because of the songs he wrote.” Dorough,
a jazz pianist and vocalist, was approached in 1971 by
a New York advertising executive whose sons couldn’t
multiply. He asked him to set the multiplication tables
to music and the rest is history. Gene Seymour writes
about music, movies and culture for The New York Times,
Newsday, Entertainment Weekly and The Washington Post.
Contact him at @GeneSeymour

4. ==> Creepy History – NYC’s Insane Asylums and
Prisons

Roosevelt Island a place you might go for a quiet,
residential escape from nearby Queens and Manhattan.
But in the 19th-century, it was a place to which you
were sentenced—a place for the criminal, insane, and
deathly ill. Then called Blackwell’s Island, it housed
a lunatic asylum, two prisons, a poor house, and a
number of public hospitals. It was conceived as the
most modern, humane facility the world had ever seen,
but quickly became, in the words of a visiting Charles
Dickens, “a lounging, listless madhouse in all its
naked ugliness and horror.” Invite Stacy Horn, author
of “Damnation Island: Poor, Sick, Mad, & Criminal in
19th-Century New York,” to share the first contemporary
investigative account of Blackwell’s Island. Horn is
the author of five nonfiction books and the founder of
the social network Echo: the virtual salon of NYC.
Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137;
johanna@jrbcomm.com or Erin Bolden at (703) 646-5188.

5. ==> Etsy Trend Expert – 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. ==> When Mother’s Day Makes You Cry

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.

7. ==> Free Gifts Every Mom Will Love

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

8. ==> What is Racial Bias Training?

The Internet went wild when a video was posted of two
black men being escorted out of a Starbucks by police
in Philadelphia after the men asked to use the restroom
and refused to leave. Nita Wiggins, author of “Civil
Rights Baby,” says discrimination based on skin color
happens daily, but this time it was caught on video.
Wiggins applauds Starbucks’ decision to close its
corporate stores for racial bias training and says most
of us could use a course on racial and cultural
sensitivity. She’ll discuss the need for racial
relations reconstruction, the importance of listening,
and how to speak to people of all colors. She says, “We
need to teach and train people on how to avoid
situations like the Starbucks incident. Once people
learn to understand one another, listen, and accept
cultural differences, we can start to make the world a
better place.” Nita Wiggins is a former sports
broadcaster who fought for her dream job as an African
American woman. Contact her at Nitadallas@yahoo.com?

9. ==> Never Make a Wrong Decision Again

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

10. ==> 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

11. ==> John Boehner Sees Pot’s Benefits

Former House speaker John Boehner has dropped his long-
held opposition to marijuana and has joined the board
of a rapidly expanding cannabis company! Dr. Regina
Nelson and Michael Browning can discuss everything from
why grandmas are now smoking pot to the considerable
medicinal benefits of cannabis to the stoner myths
people still believe. These media-savvy marijuana
educators can also talk about the latest states to
legalize medical marijuana and issues facing people
trying to access it. Dr. Regina Nelson and Michael
Browning coauthored “Time for the Talk: Talking to Your
Doctor or Patient About Medical Cannabis.” Regina has
done Ph.D. level research on marijuana. Regina and
Michael can also share tales from their national
educational tour—including their bust in Oklahoma.
Regina was the keynote speaker at this month’s World
Medical Cannabis Conference. Contact them at (303)
505-0591; ecstherapyco@gmail.com

12. ==> Talking NFL: Doc Has Cure for Concussion Crisis

Everyone’s talking football with this week’s NFL draft.
Meantime, former QB Brett Favre has finally opened up
about the “thousands” of concussions he’s likely had
and is advocating that kids shouldn’t play tackle
football. Meantime, the league’s new helmet-to-helmet
rule designed to make the game safer (by taking head-
first collisions out of the game) has many players and
fans worried that calls on the field will be
inconsistent and costly. But what if there was a way to
make concussions a thing of the past? A helmet that
could be designed to PREVENT traumatic brain injury? A
protocol for earlier diagnosis and immediate treatment?
Interview Dr. Paul Wand to hear about all this and
more. He, along with other private practitioners, have
created ways to diagnose, treat, and REVERSE the
symptoms of concussions. This, in effect, could save
the NFL, as well as other sports where concussions
happen on a regular basis. Paul H. Wand, MD has been a
medical doctor for 35 years specializing in the field
of Neurology. Contact him at (954) 344-9772;
paulwandmd@gmail.com

13. ==> Sexism in Sports: Who Are the Worst Offenders?

Can you imagine a sport in which the mere presence of
women in the ring—and we’re talking women who were
trying to save a man’s life—sparked outrage? Earlier
this month, two women, one of them a nurse, entered a
summo ring in Japan to provide aid to a stricken public
official making a speech. Immediately, a referee
stepped in and demanded that the women leave and salt
was sprinkled in the ring to cleanse it. Lynn Matsuoka,
an expert on Sumo who through her artwork managed to
penetrate the male world of Sumo, will discuss the
centuries-old traditions that keep women out of the
Sumo ring and make the sport perhaps the most sexist of
all. What she has to say about Sumo is fascinating and
she can answer any question you have about the sport,
the way wrestlers train for it and even the recent
scandals that have plagued it. Lynn was once married
to a top Sumo wrestler and is the author of “The Secret
World of Sumo.” Reach her at (808) 479-5966;
artist@aloha.net

14. ==> It’s Sports Season – Survival Tips for Parents

With nice weather popping up, kids’ sports are in high
gear as little league, soccer, softball and lacrosse
fields fill with young players and their parents. Of
course, that also means that tempers will flare, adults
will behave badly, kids will get less field time than
they would like and there will be injuries to egos and
bodies. It’s perfect timing for professional athlete
and coach Sharkie Zartman and sports doctor Robert A.
Weil to share ways to ensure kids get the most from
sports with fewer injuries and the right support from
Mom and Dad. Sharkie Zartman, B.S., M.S, is a
professor, certified holistic health coach, radio host
and author. She was a member of the USA national
volleyball team and a champion competitor at UCLA. Dr.
Robert A. Weil is a sports podiatrist who has treated
many of the world’s premier athletes in a variety of
sports. He hosts The Sports Doctor™ Radio Show and
writes on sports parenting. The pair are the authors of
“#Hey Sports Parents!” Contact Sharkie Zartman, (310)
379-1869 or (310) 415-0190; Sharkiezartman@yahoo.com

15. ==> 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.

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

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

17. ==> 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’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 Kuiper at (207)
592-2032; edkuiperreports@gmail.com

18. ==> 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

19. ==> 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

20. ==> 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

04/24/18 RTIR Newsletter: Kids Sports, Autism Cures, NFL Concussion Crisis

April 24, 2018

01. George and Charlotte’s New Brother
02. Envisioning Madam President
03. Trump, North Korea & Iran Deal
04. Bill Cosby Trial Heads to Jury
05. How to Make a Great Big Decision
06. What is Racial Bias Training?
07. Mom’s Day When Mom is Mommie Dearest
08. Parents Living in Kids’ Basements?
09. The Secret to Making a Profit
10. Cure for NFL Concussion Crisis
11. Kids’ Sports Season Survival Tips
12. Community College & Single Parents
13. Early-Onset Alzheimer’s Skyrockets
14. Autism – Could this Be a Cure?
15. 95 Secrets to Live Well into Your 90s
16. The Poet for People Who Hate Poetry
17. So You Want to Write a Kid’s Book?
18. Why We Can’t Stay Happy
19. Eric Stogner Wants to Talk Death
20. After Earth Day
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1. ==> Naming the Newest Royal

William and Kate, the Duke and Duchess of Windsor,
welcomed a baby boy on Monday, but what will his name
be? Arthur, Albert and Philip are among the current
bookies’ favorites for the youngest prince but experts
say there’s a chance the ultimate name choice might
also reflect Kate’s side of the family. Invite Pam
Satran and Linda Rosenkrantz to talk about naming
Prince George and Princess Charlotte’s new brother, and
how parents today choose names for their kids. Pam and
Linda are experts on name style, image and trends.
Together they have written ten books on names including
“Beyond Jennifer & Jason,” “Cool Names for Babies,” and
“The Baby Name Bible.” They contribute baby name
articles regularly to such publications as Parents, The
Daily Beast, Huffington Post, and TODAYMoms, and have
been interviewed extensively on names by everyone from
The New York Times to The Wall Street Journal to The
Today Show, the BBC, and Oprah. Contact them at
pam@nameberry.com or linda@nameberry.com.

2. ==> After Clinton: Envisioning Madam President

As a country, we haven’t wrapped our heads around what
it should look like for a woman to be in the job of
President. Our only models are men. This, of course,
was seen during Hillary Clinton’s campaign, and no one
knows this better than Jennifer Palmieri, who served as
head of communications for Clinton’s 2016 presidential
campaign. Palmieri believes Clinton’s candidacy
revealed how, despite all the gains women have made, we
still struggle to envision a woman as president.
Jennifer Palmieri is the author of “Dear Madam
President,” an empowering letter to the first woman
president. She served as White House communications
director under President Barack Obama and was White
House deputy press secretary for President Bill
Clinton. Palmieri is currently president of the Center
for American Progress Action Fund and has been a
frequent contributor to the Washington Post. Contact
Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137 or Erin Bolden at
(703) 646-5188.

3. ==> Trump, North Korea & Iran Deal

A U.S. push to change the Iran nuclear deal is sending
a “very dangerous message” that countries should never
negotiate with Washington, Iran’s foreign minister
warned as U.S. and North Korean leaders prepare to meet
for denuclearization talks. Foreign relations expert
Dr. Harlan Ullman says, “The US needs a broader
strategy and breaking the Iran nuclear deal will be a
disaster as the U.S. will be isolated. As far as the
North Korea meeting goes, we need more preparation and
clear-cut objectives.” Harlan Ullman has served on the
Senior Advisory Group for Supreme Allied Commander
Europe (2004-16) and is senior adviser at Washington
D.C.’s Atlantic Council, chairman of two private
companies and principal author of the doctrine of shock
and awe. His latest book is “Anatomy of Failure: Why
America Has Lost Every War It Starts.” Contact Ryan
McCormick at (516) 901-1103 or
Ryan@GoldmanMcCormick.com

4. ==> Bill Cosby Trial Heads to Jury

After two weeks of testimony, Bill Cosby’s fate will
soon be in the hands of jurors – again. His first
sexual assault trial ended in a mistrial last year and
while Cosby has maintained his innocence throughout,
Joyce Short says it is the real meaning of consent that
could get him locked up. “His prior trial failed to
drive home Cosby’s admission. Simply put, when you
don’t know if you have consent, you don’t. Cosby
admitted under oath that he didn’t know.” Joyce Short
is the author of “Carnal Abuse by Deceit” and
“Combating Romance Scams, Why Lying to Get Laid Is a
Crime.” A sexual assault survivor, she 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

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

6. ==> Do We All Need Racial Bias Training?

7. ==> Mother’s Day When Mom is Mommie Dearest

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 whose new radio program, The Conscious Caregiver,
debuts April 24. She is the author of “Coping with Un-
cope-able Parents.” Contact her at (905) 822-2503;
carolann@carolannhamilton.com

8. ==> Parents in Kids’ Basements? The Reverse
Boomerang Effect

We’re accustomed to millennials living in their
parents’ basements as they struggle to save enough
money to have a place of their own. But according to
Rodger Friedman, it won’t be long until baby boomers
begin living in their children’s basements because they
failed to save enough money to fund their retirement
years. Friedman calls this trend The Reverse Boomerang
Effect and says baby boomers’ out-of-control spending
habits will come back to bite their children. A
chartered retirement planning counselor and former
senior vice president of Morgan Stanley, Friedman will
reveal the questions millennials should be asking their
parents today to make sure that they don’t have to
share their homes with them after they run of money
tomorrow. He’ll also discuss the worst reasons people
give for not saving for retirement, and what people can
do who are late to the game and provide listeners with
access to a free list of 21 Mistakes That Can
Annihilate Your Retirement. The author of “The Mindset
of Retirement Success” and two other books on the
topic, this experienced talk-show guest who has been
featured in Time, U.S. News and numerous radio programs
will definitely not be living his children’s basement.
Contact him at (844) 3MY-PLAN (NY);
Rodger@RodgeronRetirement.com

9. ==> 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, takes clients through the
process of building a profitable business and a secure
financial future at the same time. She blends the
skills she learned in working with Fortune 100
companies and small businesses with money strategies to
create custom solutions for her clients. Invite her to
share some of the basic strategies she uses in areas
like planning and cash flow to help the entrepreneurs
in your audience build better businesses and lives. 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

10. ==> Cure for NFL Concussion Crisis

Former QB Brett Favre is finally opening up about the
“thousands” of concussions he’s likely had and is
advocating that kids shouldn’t play tackle football.
Meantime, the league’s new helmet-to-helmet rule
designed to make the game safer (by taking head-first
collisions out of the game) has many players and fans
worried that calls on the field will be inconsistent
and costly. But what if there was a way to make
concussions a thing of the past? A helmet that could be
designed to PREVENT traumatic brain injury? A protocol
for earlier diagnosis and immediate treatment?
Interview Dr. Paul Wand to hear about all this and
more. He, along with other private practitioners, have
created ways to diagnose, treat, and REVERSE the
symptoms of concussions. This, in effect, could save
the NFL, as well as other sports where concussions
happen on a regular basis. Paul H. Wand, MD has been a
medical doctor for 35 years specializing in the field
of Neurology. Contact him at (954) 344-9772;
paulwandmd@gmail.com

11. ==> Kids’ Sports Season Survival Tips

12. ==> It’s Community College Awareness Month

Community colleges are gaining popularity nationwide.
But did you know that more and more college students
are single moms? And that the school of choice for
those single moms is community college? In fact, almost
2.1 million students are single parenting and going
back to school! While this trend seems to be a happy
one, many challenges still exist for single moms and
dads who decide to head back to school – including a
four-out-of-ten drop-out rate. Sara Sherman, BA, MS,
author of “The Single Mom’s Guide to Getting a Degree”
will explain how single parents can head back to school
with confidence. Sara can discuss everything from
choosing the right school and selecting a major to
maximizing study time while managing kids and
household. As a speaker, blogger, coach and creator of
the Kick Ass Single Mom Life movement, Sara can speak
to almost any topic relating to single parenting. As a
single parent for most of her adult life, Sara has
successfully raised her children AND earned two degrees
all while working full-time! Contact her at (614)
432-2717; sara@singlemomsasksara.com

13. ==> 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 only age 50. Their odyssey
lasted 17 years. Carlen will discuss on-air: altering
one’s home life for the caregiving effort,
telling/involving the kids, and whether movies like
“Still Alice” get it right. Plus, hear Carlen’s 12 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

14. ==> World Autism Awareness Month: Is there 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. ==> 95 Secrets to Live Well into Your 90s

Victoria Schmidt sounds like she’s 40 or 50. She looks
like she’s 60 or 70. She has the wisdom of a 96-year
old because she has the experience and knowledge of a
96-year young woman! Most longevity experts are in
their 40’s and 50’s and maybe a little older. She says,
“You have far more control on the length of your life
than the stereotypical perception and the negative
misconceptions of aging.” Victoria’s mantra: You must
want to live a long life and view living with grace and
acceptance. Invite this vibrant nonagenarian and author
of “Victoria’s 95 Secrets on Living a Happy, Healthy,
Sexy Long Life” to share what’s kept her young and how
anyone can age well, even into their 90s. “Genetics
have far less influence on life expectancy than you
would expect. How long you live is determined by your
health and how you live your life.” Contact Victoria
Schmidt at (908) 840-4084; ottomisti@aol.com

16. ==> The Poet You Ought to Know… If You Hate
Poetry

Many of us snoozed our way through high school English
class—especially when it was time to read and respond
to poetry. So maybe you’re thinking that the last thing
you’d want to do is a show for National Poetry Month in
April. But not so fast. Consider Sylvia Plath. She
wasn’t some rhyme-y poet putting down pretty words.
According to Plath expert Julia Gordon-Bramer, she was
never sentimental, always smart and sometimes even
aggressive. In addition, an exploration of Plath
touches on surprising mysticism while her poems are
like puzzles waiting to be unlocked. Do your audience
and yourself a favor by exposing them to this thought-
provoking poet who was the subject of the movie
“Sylvia,” starring Gwyneth Paltrow and Daniel Craig.
Gordon-Bramer teaches at Lindenwood University where
she is a Sylvia Plath scholar. She is the author of the
“Decoding Sylvia Plath” series. Reach her at (314)
517-0158;

17. ==> Discover 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. Pova has been featured on radio and in
print and is the author of several children’s books
including “Sarah’s Song.” Contact her at (214) 563-1633
(TX); rosie.pova@yahoo.com

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

19. ==> Eric Stogner Would Rather Talk about Death than
Taxes

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. ==> Earth Day is Over but Planet Still Needs Saving

Earth Day may be over, but the need to save the planet
remains.
The general focus each Earth Day is on saving the
planet on a broad, global level. However, the small
things we all do daily have the greatest impact. “We
all tend to waste food and other resources,” says
author and environmental engineer Yasmin Davar. “For
example, we throw out one third of the food we buy. We
buy hardwood furniture that has been illegally logged
from Cambodian national parks. We need to really
examine our consumerism.” Yasmin can discuss small but
powerful ways we can change our daily habits that can
have a dramatically positive impact on the world as a
whole. 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.

04/17/18 RTIR Newsletter: Earth Day, Sexism and Sports, Living Without Regrets

April 17, 2018

01. Will Russia Retaliate Over Syria Strikes?
02. The Inspirational Barbara Bush
03. It’s Prince Week in Minneapolis!
04. Light ‘em Up: 420 Day is Friday
05. Simple Tips to Make Every Day Earth Day
06. 71-year-old Makes History at Boston Marathon
07. Uh Oh! You Didn’t File Your Taxes
08. What’s Happening to Your Facebook Data?
09. Foreign Aid to Africa Is Not the Solution
10. World Autism Awareness Month – Is there a Cure?
11. Sexism and Sport: Who Are the Worst Offenders?
12. Natural Alternative to Allergy Shots and Pills
13. Will CA Survive Upcoming Wildfire Season?
14. You Bought Bitcoin. It Tanked. Now What?
15. It’s Community College Awareness Month
16. Honoring Women Civilians during Vietnam War
17. She Lost Everything in an Instant
18. Look Younger in 15 Minutes a Day
19. How to Live without Regret and Anxiety
20. Purge Your Hate for Trump
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1. ==> Will Russia Retaliate Over US Strikes in Syria?

The attack on Syria by Western powers has fueled fears
that Russia will retaliate. The British are being
warned of possible cyber warfare in the next few weeks
but should Americans be worried too? Invite military
strategist Harlan Ullman to discuss the likelihood of a
physical – or cyber – attack. Ullman has served on the
Senior Advisory Group for Supreme Allied Commander
Europe (2004-16) and is senior adviser at Washington
D.C.’s Atlantic Council, chairman of two private
companies and principal author of the doctrine of shock
and awe. A former naval person, he commanded a
destroyer in the Persian Gulf and led over 150 missions
and operations in Vietnam as a Swift Boat skipper. His
newest book is “Anatomy of Failure: Why America Has
Lost Every War It Starts.” Contact Ryan McCormick at
(516) 901-1103.

2. ==> Barbara Bush is Inspiration to Many

Former first lady Barbara Bush is reportedly in failing
health and refusing further medical treatment, instead
focusing on comfort care at home with her family.
Meredith Iler says Mrs. Bush has been an inspiration to
many. “Growing up in Houston, I met her at a young age
and I have had many opportunities to be with Mrs. Bush
and see her in many different settings over the past 40
years. She is always gracious, always by her husband’s
side and always has time for serving others. She
serves as an inspiration to me as a wife, a mom, a
patriot and a woman of impact.” Iler can talk about
being a guest at the Bush homes in Kennebunkport and
Houston, and being a long-time supporter of the Barbara
Bush Foundation for literacy. Iler says there’s no way
to discuss George Bush’s accomplishments without
focusing on their public service as a couple, their
marriage and their impact on the nation and world.
Meredith Iler’s upcoming book, “Parenting Patriots,”
includes lessons learned from George and Barbara Bush
and the legacy of patriotism instilled in their
children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Contact her at (832) 647.8683; Meredithiler@aol.com

3. ==> It’s Prince Week in Minneapolis!

It was two years ago this Saturday that music icon
Prince was found dead in his Paisley Park mansion and
thousands of fans are converging in Minneapolis this
week for Celebration 2018 to remember the flamboyant
‘Purple One’ who many call a genius. Documentary
filmmaker and author Duane Tudahl is there. Invite him
on your show to discuss the man behind the music, his
obsessive drive and demand for total control, how
Purple Rain catapulted him from a cult-favorite to a
superstar and what’s in his mysterious and legendary
vault. 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 recording Purple
Rain, as well as music for a half-dozen artists and
bands. You’ll hear why Prince decided to turn his back
on almost everything involving Purple Rain, and what it
was like to spend 17 hours a day alone with Prince in
the studio, for weeks at a time, producing 2-3 songs in
a single day. Duane Tudahl is a long-time TV and
documentary producer. Contact him at (818) 726-8638
(CA);duane@duanetudahl.com

4. ==> Light ‘em Up: Celebrate 420 Day this Friday

This Friday, April 20th at 4:20 p.m. people all over
the world will gather to smoke or consume marijuana in
celebration of 420 Day (National Weed Day). Invite Dr.
Regina Nelson and Michael Browning on your show to find
out why you too should consider smoking pot that day in
celebration of the holiday that reportedly began with a
gathering of high school students in California in the
mid-1970s. These media-savvy marijuana educators can
discuss everything from why grandma may be smoking pot
to the considerable medicinal benefits of cannabis to
the stoner myths people still believe. The pair fully
support former Speaker of the House Boehner’s recent
cannabis industry arrival and leadership of
#RepublicansToDescheduleMJ campaign and can talk about
the latest states to legalize medical marijuana and
issues facing people trying to access it. Dr. Regina
Nelson and Michael Browning coauthored “Time for the
Talk: Talking to Your Doctor or Patient About Medical
Cannabis.” Regina has done Ph.D. level research on
marijuana. Regina and Michael can also share tales from
their national educational tour—including their bust in
Oklahoma. Regina will be the keynote speaker for this
month’s World Medical Cannabis Conference. Contact them
at (303) 505-0591; ecstherapyco@gmail.com

5. ==> Simple Tips to Make Every Day Earth Day

Our environmental problems can seem so enormous and
intractable that people often don’t know where to begin
in helping to solve them. But Ellen Moyer, Ph.D. says
“There are small practical actions we can take in our
daily lives that add up to real help for our
environment and can often save us money and help our
own health at the same time.” She adds, “We all have
power. Our purchases make up two-thirds of the US
economy, and we can use our dollars, our votes, and our
lifestyle decisions to steer things in a healthy
direction.” Moyer is a registered professional engineer
with a B.A. in anthropology, an M.S. in environmental
engineering, a Ph.D. in civil engineering, and 30 years
of environmental engineering experience. “Our Earth,
Our Species, Our Selves: How to Thrive While Creating a
Sustainable World” is her third book, and she is a TEDx
speaker and contributor to “The Huffington Post.”
Contact her at (413) 862-3452; ellenmoyer@em-green.com

6. ==> 71-year-old Makes History at Boston Marathon

Growing up, Steven Wightman dreamed of running the
Boston Marathon with his older brother. Though his
brother died in a tragic accident many years ago,
Steven did run the Marathon yesterday and made history.
At 71-years-old, he was one of sixteen men and women
veterans representing all five branches of the services
to run the Centennial Military Relay which was last
done in 1918 by veterans of World War One. Steven and
teammate Laura Piscopo (both U.S. Army Veterans) ran
the most difficult of the eight legs, across Newton,
MA, up and down hills to end their leg of 3.5 miles a
stone’s throw west of the famous “Heartbreak Hill.”
Contact Steven Wightman at (781) 861-0348; (339)
927-6187 (cell)

7. ==> Uh Oh! You Didn’t File Your Taxes

Whether you’re a procrastinator, forgetful, or just
unaware, today is the deadline to file your taxes but
many folks still haven’t done the paperwork. What do
you do now? Martha O’Gorman of Liberty Tax Service can
explain how to file an extension, what to do if you owe
money but can’t pay, and what to do now to make sure
you won’t owe taxes again next year. Martha O’Gorman
worked for Jackson Hewitt Tax Service before co-
founding Liberty Tax, the brand with the iconic Statue
of Liberty wavers. An experienced media guest, she is
the chief marketing officer of the company, with more
than 4,000 locations in the U.S. and Canada, and she
knows taxes. Contact Martha O’Gorman at (888) 848-5344
or martha@libtax.com.

8. ==> What’s Happening to Your Facebook Data?

What does Facebook really know about you? How is your
data being used and what can you do about it? Dr. Robin
Burk is the managing director of Analytic Decisions²
and consults on data analysis, machine learning/AI and
their uses. She says Facebook has betrayed the naive
expectations of its users by exploiting social
relationships for profit. It’s not just your own data
that you have exposed if you’re a Facebook user, it’s
also the data of anyone you’ve tagged and more. But
Facebook isn’t the only company harvesting and
exploiting your data. The problem is much bigger. She’s
the author of “Check Your Connections: How to Thrive in
an Uncertain World” and is giving her first TEDx talk
in late April. Contact her at (703) 346 4448 or
robin.kowalchuk.burk@gmail.com

9. ==> Foreign Aid to Africa Is Not the Solution

Sending aid seems like the right thing to do when
people in the Western and developed world see Sub-
Saharan Africa struggling economically and want to
help. Retired neurosurgeon Sylvanus Ayeni was born and
raised in Nigeria and says there are many negative
unintended consequences of open-ended foreign aid.
Invite him to discuss these negative consequences,
including creating a culture of dependency, undermining
self-actualization in the next generation, and the
development of an unspoken culture of lower
expectations. His new book, “Rescue Thyself: Change in
Sub-Saharan Africa Must Come from Within,” reveals what
many in the West don’t understand about the root causes
of Sub-Saharan Africa’s plight and the necessary steps
to improve the situation. Dr. Ayeni is the president
and founder of Pan Africa Children Advocacy Watch
(PACAW) Inc. and has spoken to local and international
audiences. Contact him at (301) 910-1020 (MD);
stoksayeni777@gmail.com

10. ==> World Autism Awareness Month – Is there 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.” Dr. Raja spent more
than 25 years developing the Autism Cure and was
recognized by Buzzfeed as one of five professionals in
the world to watch out for in the autism arena. She’s
the author of “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.

11. ==> Sexism and Sport: Who Are the Worst Offenders?

Can you imagine a sport in which the mere presence of
women in the ring—and we’re talking women who were
trying to save a man’s life—sparked outrage? Last week,
two women, one of them a nurse, entered a summo ring in
Japan to provide aid to a stricken public official
making a speech. Immediately, a referee stepped in and
demanded that the women leave and salt was sprinkled in
the ring to cleanse it. Lynn Matsuoka, an expert on
Sumo who through her artwork managed to penetrate the
male world of Sumo, will discuss the centuries-old
traditions that keep women out of the Sumo ring and
make the sport perhaps the most sexist of all. What she
has to say about Sumo is fascinating and she can answer
any question you have about the sport, the way
wrestlers train for it and even the recent scandals
that have plagued it. Lynn was once married to a top
Sumo wrestler and is the author of “The Secret World of
Sumo.” Reach her at (808) 479-5966; artist@aloha.net

12. ==> Natural Alternative to Allergy Shots and Pills

Spring has sprung across much of the country and 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. ==> Will California Survive Another Wildfire
Season?

Summer and fall months in California are wildfire
season, when dry weather, high temperatures, and rogue
winds set the Golden State aglow in deadly fires. In
the past decade, California’s wildfires have been more
destructive than ever, and 2017 was the worst year on
record, with upwards of 10 million acres and 22,000
structures burned to the ground. Californian
entrepreneur Jim Moseley has seen firsthand how the
fires affect the state, and has repurposed a fire-
proofing material used by NASA into a powerful line of
defense against the conflagration. Has he found a fool-
proof way to fireproof our property and our natural
resources? Jim Moseley will talk about the wildfires of
2017, discuss preparations for the season ahead, and
how solutions to the problem may be found in existing
technology. Moseley, a Grammy-nominated trombonist
(Google “Moseley Trombone” and enjoy!) can be reached
at (818) 486-4662.

14. ==> You Bought Bitcoin and It Tanked, Now What?

Bitcoin was the hottest thing in the investment world
and just as everyone rushed to get in on the
cryptocurrency gold rush, the price crashed. As many
people now look at their sharply devalued Bitcoin
investment, they’re left wondering what to do next.
John Miller, a financial advisor for 25 years, has seen
all sorts of market ups and downs and can share his
professional insights on the Bitcoin crash. 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 how Americans can protect and build
their life savings. Your audience can get a free Kindle
download of his book by visiting his website. Miller
has been featured by the Mancow Morning Show, the Joe
Bartlett Show, Late Night in the Midland, the Financial
Survival Network, and other radio shows nationwide.
Contact him at (727) 564-9416 (FL);
wallst101@hotmail.com

15. ==> It’s Community College Awareness Month

16. ==> Honoring Women Civilians during Vietnam War

Thousands of American women served in Vietnam – some
estimating as many as 265,000 women working as nurses,
journalists, intelligent officers, clerks, and more.
From every conceivable background, nearly all of them
were volunteers. An estimated half were to suffer from
PTSD. The exact numbers and names were never recorded
and their service has been forgotten. Joe Rosato’s book
“Dog Tags & Wedding Bands” honors these women’s
dedication and service. Inspired by his own service in
Vietnam, this gripping novel unravels the mystery of
two nurses who went missing in Vietnam. Contact Joe
Rosato at (732) 859-2089; westenthst@aol.com.

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

18. ==> Look Younger in 15 Minutes a Day

Two years ago, José de la Torre began practicing an
ancient stretching and breathing technique called the
Five Tibetans. Practiced by Tibetan monks in the Himalayas
for over 2,500 years, the five simple exercises rejuvenate the
body, increase your energy, boost your immune system,
and make you look and feel younger. Jose says it takes
just 15 minutes a day, and just about anyone can do it
and reap the benefits including the reversal of gray
hair, fewer wrinkles, weight loss, more muscles, less
fatigue, greater flexibility and better memory! Jose
says the changes can occur within six months to a year
of starting the program. 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

19. ==> How to Live without Regret and Anxiety

Many people live in a state of high anxiety, constantly
worrying about what will happen next. Yet, while there
are some things we cannot change, such as what happens
in Russia or Washington, there are ways to reduce our
own anxiety and fear, according to author, teacher, and
interfaith minister Marcia Grace. “Most people think
that love makes the world go round. But it’s really
guilt that does so and it drives our fear and anxiety.”
Marcia Grace will help listeners develop a new
understanding of the hidden motivators beneath their
conscious awareness which may be keeping them feeling
guilty and regretful and triggering feelings of stress,
depression and anger. Grace’s new book, “Calm,
Creative, Joyful! Lessons in Transforming Your Life,”
is based on lessons she learned from teaching A Course
in Miracles for nearly 40 years. Contact her at (631)
924-0038; mg@MarciaGrace.com

20. ==> Purge Your Hate for Trump

Have you noticed that thousands of Americans are
voicing their displeasure at Donald Trump’s drama-
filled presidency? Even people who voted for Trump are
questioning his outspoken and not-so-diplomatic style,
his propensity for turning supporters into enemies, his
controversial initiatives such as immigration
regulations, and the hectic way his White House is
(dis)functioning. But none of that should be cause to
“hate” the man – says social/spiritual lecturer Patric
Rutherford, Ph.D., author of “God and President Trump
Plus the Rest of Us.” Dr. Rutherford says respectfully
disagreeing with President Trump (or anyone in power,
including your own boss) is a way to solidify your
strength and make change happen. Conversely, you are
dis-empowered by loathing a leader or attacking his/her
character. With an extensive background in Christian
principles, political research and health care
administration, Dr. Rutherford (himself an immigrant
from Jamaica) will reveal how to navigate the Trump Era
and use one’s vote wisely. Contact him at (786)
201-6638; patricrutherford@gmail.com.

04/05/18 RTIR Newsletter: World Autism Month, Workplace Theft, Tsunami Lady

April 5, 2018

01. What We Can Learn from YouTube Shooting
02. Journalist on Wave of Teacher Strikes
03. Why Everyone Should Celebrate 420 Day
04. Dumb Teens – Condom Snorting Challenge
05. Millennials Will Get Stuck with Broke Parents
06. What’s Wrong with America’s Health System?
07. The Real Reason People Steal at Work
08. Why You Shouldn’t Be a Trump Hater
09. She Healed Herself from Mysterious Health Crisis
10. Swept Away: Interview the Tsunami Lady
11. Would You Quit Work to Watch Your Grandkid?
12. April is Poetry Month: Contest Inspires Kids to Write
13. Suicide Averted: ‘Why I’m Glad the Gun Jammed’
14. World Autism Month – Free Resource for Parents
15. Take the Hope Challenge

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1. ==> What We Can Learn from YouTube Shooting

Juliette Kayyem says in many respects, the California
YouTube shooting is just another case of gun violence.
Though technically not a mass shooting, it can tell us
what we — a school, a business, a community — can do
better given that the system was tested. “In the coming
days, YouTube must assess how it performed when the
emergency was unfolding. Did employees get notified?
Have they been trained in active shooter protocols? Did
police know the campus-like facility and what to do?
What sorts of communications were coming from
headquarters to notify the public and employee family
members? In other words, did the system work?” Juliette
Kayyem is the author of “Security Mom: My Life
Protecting the Home and Homeland.” She is a professor
at Harvard’s Kennedy School, a former assistant
secretary of the Department of Homeland Security in the
Obama administration and CEO of Zemcar. Contact her at
(617) 496-2454; Juliette_kayyem@hks.harvard.edu or
@juliettekayyem

2. ==> Journalist on Wave of Teacher Strikes

Mike Elk is senior labor reporter at Payday Report and
just wrote the piece “Wave of teachers’ wildcat strikes
spreads to Oklahoma and Kentucky” for the Guardian. He
says, “The strikers have been buoyed by a successful
strike by their peers in West Virginia, their first
statewide work stoppage since 1990, which ended with
them winning a 5 percent pay rise and other
concessions. On Friday, teachers in Kentucky went out
on illegal wildcat strikes in more than 25 counties
against the wishes of union leaders to protest against
draconian changes to the state’s … pension plans.” The
Oklahoma walkout this week is about overhauling a
broken system that has been plagued by budget cuts that
leave some schools operating just four days a week. He
adds, “While Oklahoma has the country’s lowest tax on
oil and natural gas production, teachers’ salaries
remain stubbornly low, at 49th in the nation.” Elk is
currently in Oklahoma. Contact him at
mike.elk@gmail.com; @MikeElk

3. ==> Why Everyone Should Celebrate 420 Day

On April 20th at 4:20 p.m. people all over the world
will gather to smoke marijuana in celebration of 420
Day (National Weed Day). Invite Dr. Regina Nelson and
Michael Browning on your show to find out why you too
should consider smoking pot that day in celebration of
the holiday that reportedly began with a gathering of
high school students in California in the mid-1970s.
These media-savvy marijuana educators can discuss
everything from why grandma may be smoking pot to the
considerable medicinal benefits of cannabis to the
stoner myths people still believe. They can also talk
about the latest states to legalize medical marijuana
and issues facing people trying to access it. Dr.
Regina Nelson and Michael Browning coauthored “Time for
the Talk: Talking to Your Doctor or Patient About
Medical Cannabis.” Regina has done Ph.D. level research
on marijuana. Regina and Michael can also share tales
from their national educational tour—including their
bust in Oklahoma. Regina will be the keynote speaker
for this month’s World Medical Cannabis Conference.
Contact them at (303) 505-0591; ecstherapyco@gmail.com

4. ==> Dumb Teens – Condom Snorting Challenge

There’s a new and dangerous challenge sweeping social
media. Viral videos show teens snorting condoms as part
of a so-called “condom snorting challenge.” In the
videos, teens put an unwrapped condom up one of their
nostrils and inhale until the condom comes out of their
mouth. Dr. John Huber can discuss why teens (or anyone
for that matter) would think this is a good idea, other
disturbing trends like the cinnamon challenge and the
Tide Pod challenge, and how parents should talk to
their teens if they discover they are taking any of
these challenges. 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. ==> Millennials Will Get Stuck with Broke Parents

6. ==> What’s Wrong with America’s Health Delivery
System?

The industry of medicine, including insurance
companies, Big Pharma, and a medical corporate
structure that appears driven more by profits than
patient consideration, represent a significant problem
in our health care delivery. Doctors are growing
frustrated to the point of leaving the profession.
Nurses and ancillary teams are drowning in over-
documentation and have less time for patient care.
Invite Michael J. Young, M.D., to discuss his
experience with the challenges to our health care
delivery system gone awry. A practicing physician
(surgeon and specialist in urology) for three decades,
and author of “The Illness of Medicine,” Dr. Young will
offer insights for both patients and health care
professionals, explore how America’s health delivery
process is in need of repair, and share his own story
and been-there experiences other doctors rarely
discuss. Contact William Dorich at (310) 923-2157,
gmbooks@icloud.com

7. ==> The Real Reason People Steal at Work

Companies would never think of deliberately offering
jobs or contracts to thieves. Yet studies show that 95
percent of employees and vendors admit to stealing at
the workplace! Learn more from sought-after
profitability specialist and entrepreneur Ruth King,
whose book series “The Ugly Truth about Cash” includes
“50 Ways Employees and Vendors Steal from You and What
You Can Do About It.” While warning businesses of all
sizes, King will also reveal what motivates seemingly
honest professionals to “help themselves” to employer
products, raw materials, financial resources and office
supplies — or to exaggerate hours on time
cards/reports. Do they think the goodies are owed to
them? Are they making up for their own financial snags
or personal needs? Regardless, King says this costs
businesses millions annually, and YOU ultimately pay
for such crimes. Hear King’s cost-saving strategies for
discovering, preventing and recovering from workplace
theft and embezzlement. Callers can also share shocking
stories of what gets stolen from their work-sites.
Contact Ruth King at (770) 729-8000;
rking@ontheribbon.com.

8. ==> Even If You Don’t Agree with Donald Trump… You
Shouldn’t Hate Him

Have you noticed that thousands of Americans are
voicing their displeasure at Donald Trump’s drama-
filled presidency? Even those people who voted for
Trump are questioning his outspoken and not-so-
diplomatic style, his propensity for turning supporters
into enemies, his controversial initiatives such as
immigration regulations, and the hectic way his White
House is (dis)functioning. But none of that should be
cause to “hate” the man – says social/spiritual
lecturer Patric Rutherford, Ph.D., author of “God and
President Trump Plus the Rest of Us.” Dr. Rutherford
says respectfully disagreeing with President Trump (or
anyone in power, including your own boss) is a way to
solidify your strength and make change happen.
Conversely, you are dis-empowered by loathing a leader
or attacking his/her character. With an extensive
background in Christian principles, political research
and health care administration, Dr. Rutherford (himself
an immigrant from Jamaica) will reveal how to navigate
the Trump Era and use one’s vote wisely. Contact him at
(786) 201-6638; patricrutherford@gmail.com.

9. ==> She Healed Herself from Today’s Most Mysterious
Health Crisis

International wellness speaker Leah McCullough is the
picture of health, upbeat mood and boundless energy.
But like millions of other people, 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 a unique approach
of nutrition, supplements, and lifestyle changes for
newfound relief and recovery. Leah, author of “Freedom
from Fibromyalgia: 7 Steps to Complete Recovery” and
“Eat to Energize,” can discuss initial symptoms of
fibromyalgia, parts of the body most affected hand 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.

10. ==> Swept Away: Interview the Tsunami Lady

Imagine a wall of water rising out of nowhere, crashing
through your ground floor room in a resort in paradise.
Disoriented and fighting for breath, you have no idea
why you are suddenly submerged in a nightmare, pinned
against familiar objects turned deadly and unsure what
has happened to the other people you love. For most of
us, a tsunami is something we might see in a movie. But
for Sana Brauner, it was life or death when a beautiful
holiday in Thailand with family and friends turned
deadly. Sana survived as did her son and ex-husband but
her mother did not and her two-year-old daughter has
never been found. Sana can talk about what it was like
to lose everything you hold dear in an instant, and the
steps she’s taken to recover from the 2004 ordeal.
Brauner is the author of “The Borrowed Daughter,” a
memoir containing lessons to help anyone going through
a life crisis. She is based in Vienna. Contact her at
s.brauner@ihr-einkauf.at or through Skype: sanabr

11. ==> Would You Interrupt Your Career to Care for a
Grandchild?

When Dr. Oliver Akamnonu and his wife learned their
daughter, Nena, was having her first child while
finishing medical school, they were inspired to go from
busy professionals to busy babysitters. Unlike many
grandparents, they were willing to interrupt their
careers and empty-nest lifestyle to be Nena’s support
system, by caring for baby Lydia. Oliver will explain
why it was the best move his family ever made and why
other active grandparents may want to consider such a
commitment. He’ll offer insights on re-configuring life
so grandparenting and babysitting become the priority
and explain why launching a grown child (successfully!)
often involves the family’s newest generation. Oliver
can also discuss childcare refresher tips, how to get
enough rest, nutrition and recreation when your
calendar seems ultra-packed, and decisions beyond
returning to work, once your grandchild enters primary
school. Contact Oliver at (413) 693-8428;
ooakams@yahoo.com.

12. ==> April Is Poetry Month: Children’s Author
Inspires Kids to Write

Poetry is a wonderful form of expression but can be a
bit intimidating to young writers. Sometimes all it
takes to get kids involved in poetry is a little
encouragement and a fun contest! Children’s author and
mother of three Rosie J. Pova uses writing contests to
inspire new writers to get involved and has received
enthusiastic feedback from teachers. In addition to the
thrill of being recognized for their talent, cool
prizes, like a Kindle for kids, offer some extra
incentive. Invite Pova to share her stories about how
she gets young minds writing and why teachers fully
support her efforts. During Poetry Month, her Haiku
Hype contest is open to students in grades 3 to 5 and
teachers and librarians can send in student haikus for
consideration from 4/9 – 4/27. Pova is the author of
several children’s books including her latest, “Sarah’s
Song.” She has been featured on radio and in print.
Contact her at (214) 563-1633 (TX);
rosie.pova@yahoo.com

13. ==> Suicide Averted: ‘Why I’m Glad the Gun Jammed’

When Dr. Jeanne Sanner was in her early 20s she was so
despondent she put her then-husband’s Air Force-issued
pistol to her head and pulled the trigger. Unhappy with
her marriage, unsure of her sexual orientation, afraid
of hurting her family and everyone else she loved, she
decided that her best option was to kill herself.
Luckily, the gun jammed. Jeanne has gone on to live a
rich, full life she would have missed out on. She has
also come to realize that “there is no problem that
cannot be solved if we seek the right resources.”
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.” She 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

14. ==> World Autism Month – Free Resource for Parents

Parenting a child is a difficult job but parenting a
child on the autism spectrum is even more so. April is
World Autism Month and the National Autism Academy is
making its pioneering, seven-part series “The 7
Emotional Secrets of Parents with Autistic Children”
available for free to those interested in understanding
life with autism. Jeanne Beard, the academy’s founder
and the parent of a 21-year-old autistic son, says the
10- to 12-minute videos explore the emotional
challenges parents of special needs children (and
others) face, including dealing with compassion
fatigue, burnout, and living with loss. The series
deals with the practical (Steps you can take if you
feel like the school is failing your child) and
personal (How your emotions drive your child’s behavior
and what successful parents do to feel better). Jeanne
Beard was a writer on the book “Finding the Gray:
Understanding and Thriving in the Black and White World
of Autism and Asperger’s.” “Autism and the Rest of Us:
How to Sustain a Healthy and Functional Relationship
with a Person on the Autism Spectrum” is her first book
written under her own name. Contact her at (630)
542-1191; jeanne@nationalautismacademy.com

15. ==> Take the Hope Challenge

Research studies have found people who are hopeful
excel in life, live longer and live well. But sometimes
hope needs a little assist, notes Rosalind Tompkins,
creator of the first National Month of Hope, in April.
Through her organization Mothers in Crisis, Tompkins is
issuing a Hope Challenge to ordinary people to reach
out to folks they know at work or in their community
who are feeling hopeless perhaps due to job loss,
marital troubles or struggles with addiction. Tompkins
has set an impressive goal—fostering at least 10,000
“hope chats” this year. Mothers in Crisis is a
nonprofit comprised of women and men in recovery from
drug and alcohol addiction. Rosalind’s humanitarian
work has taken her around the world to help widows,
orphans, and refugees. The founder of Turning Point
International Church and its school of ministry,
Rosalind has written four books including “As Long as
There Is Breath in Your Body, There Is Hope.” Contact
her at (850) 933-2412; ryt2@aol.com

03/20/18 RTIR Newsletter: March For Our Lives, Brain Power, Tax Deductions

March 20, 2018

01. #MarchforOurLives – Fed-Up Teens Take to Streets
02. Book for Student Protestors: Be Heard!
03. Rocker Eddie Money on New Reality Show
04. Learn How to Make Music this Week
05. Wednesday is National Single Parent Day
06. Why Women Should Forgive their Harassers
07. How Females Can Succeed in Male-Dominated Business
08. Most Overlooked Tax Deductions
09. Renewable Energy: Not What It’s Cracked Up to Be
10. Interview the Happiest Guy in America
11. He Predicted War in Iraq and Brexit – What’s Next?
12. Take the Spring Break Challenge!
13. Fun, Easy Way to Boost Your Kid’s Brain Power
14. Your Brain is Like Yogurt
15. 95 Secrets to Live Well into Your 90s
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1. ==>#MarchforOurLives – Fed-Up Teens Take to Streets

This Saturday, in Washington D.C. and across the
country, countless teens will participate in the March
for Our Lives, a movement started by survivors of the
recent Florida high school shooting rampage. Pittsburgh
Post-Gazette columnist Tony Norman says the teens have
changed the narrative of school shootings much like
young protesters before them. “Young people are
rejecting the role of designated victim in the
perpetually flickering horror show that is American gun
culture. Much like the hundreds of protesting black
children who were beaten by police and had fire hoses
turned on them during the Birmingham Children’s Crusade
of 1963, teenagers across America have reached a point
where they won’t back down because they’re tired of
feeling unsafe in their own schools. It isn’t likely
they’ll be clogging jails or exposing themselves to
mass arrest or police assault, like the thousands of
children in Birmingham did marching for civil rights.
But their numbers and moral authority will make
accepting NRA blood money more problematic for every
politician from now on.” Tony Norman is a Pittsburgh
Post-Gazette columnist. Contact him at (412) 263-1631;
tnorman@post-gazette.com or @TonyNormanPG

2. ==> Book for Student Protestors: Be Heard!

As millions of American students assert their First
Amendment rights in protests across the country,
advocacy groups Comic Book Legal Defense Fund and
National Coalition Against Censorship have released a
new comic book to help protect students’ rights. “Be
Heard!” is a free comic by cartoonist Kai Texel that
outlines best practices to help kids assert their
rights to speech, protest, assembly and petition, warns
about risks, and provides resources to get more help.
“Whether students choose to participate in this
national movement or not, whether they walk out into
the hallway or march to their Senator’s office, whether
they wear orange or write an op-ed for the school
paper, this moment is the ultimate First Amendment
lesson,” says Abena Hutchful, coordinator of NCAC’s
Youth Free Expression Program and Kids’ Right to Read
Project. “We hope teachers will engage their students
in productive ways, and we want to make sure that
students know what is–and is not–protected protest
speech in schools.” Contact Nora Pelizzari, NCAC, at
(212) 807-6222, ext. 105; (708) 805-8289 (cell);
nora@ncac.org, or Charles Brownstein, CBLDF, at (971)
266-8212; charles.brownstein@cbldf.org

3. ==> Rocker Eddie Money on New Reality Show

Multi-platinum rock superstar Eddie Money takes viewers
home every Sunday night in a new reality series. Called
Real Money, the show follows the daily lives of the
Money family—which includes Eddie; Laurie, his wife of
over 30 years; their five kids, Zach, Joe, Jesse, Dez,
and Julian; and eight pets. Ask Eddie why he decided to
do the show, how it has affected his family, and what
viewers can expect from the show. Real Money premieres
Sunday, April 8th at 9:30 on AXS TV. Contact Johanna
Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137 or Erin Bolden at (703)
646-5188

4. ==> Learn How to Make Music this Week

This week, March 19th-25th, is all about the music.
It’s Teach Music Week, an annual event that began four
years ago to encourage musicians, music schools, stores
& studios to offer a free lesson or class to new
students (kids and adults). Timed to coincide with
National “Music in Our Schools Month,” the effort has
gone worldwide and this year music teachers in ten
countries will participate. Vincent James, founder of
KeepMusicAlive.org says, “We believe that by
encouraging music teachers and potential students to
reach out to each other during the month of March, many
of them will continue to teach and learn music from
each other long after the month is over. Our goal is to
see more kids and adults reaping the educational,
therapeutic and social benefits of playing music.” This
year, Teach Music Week is also inviting public, private
and charter schools to schedule activities to encourage
more students to sign up for music, band and chorus
classes. Vincent James is the author of the book “88+
Ways Music Can Change Your Life”. Contact him at (610)
812-5231 (PA); vincent@KeepMusicAlive.org

5. ==> Wednesday is National Single Parent Day

Single parenting is tough. Back in 1984, President
Reagan declared March 21st National Single Parent Day
to cheer on those single parents who are doing double
duty day-in and day-out. Interview author/speaker Sara
Sherman, BA, MS on why this day should be as important
as Mother’s Day and Father’s Day but isn’t! At last
count there were 13.6 million single parents in America
doing their best to raise over 21 million children.
Sara will reveal why kids are often better off than
kids in dual parent homes and why single moms should
definitely go back to school (it’s easier than you
think!) Sara is the author of “The Single Mom’s Guide
to Getting a Degree” book and workbook and can speak to
just about anything relating to single parenting. She
has been the single mom of three children for most of
her adult life – earning two degrees while working a
full-time job! Contact her at (614) 432-2717;
sara@singlemomsasksara.com

6. ==> Why Women Should Forgive their Harassers

The #MeToo movement has encouraged more women to speak
out about sexual harassment they have faced. But Dr.
Jeanne Sanner says women still need to do more. She
says that for their own sake they also need to forgive
their sexual harassers—the Bill O’Reillys and Harvey
Weinsteins who betrayed their trust. Jeanne says it is
important for women who have been victimized to change
their own perceptions of the event and to stop
condemning the men. After she was raped by a stranger,
Jeanne told herself, “He may have controlled my body
but he will not have control of my life.” She took back
her power by choosing love over fear. She is the author
of the upcoming book “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

7. ==> Attention Ladies: Got What It Takes to Succeed
in a Male-Dominated Business?

From the world of finance to professional sports, from
construction to aeronautics, from Fortune 500 business
management to major politics, law enforcement, mining
and the military. Those are just a few of the
specialties where men outnumber women by huge numbers
— especially in leadership roles. Yet our economy and
people in all walks of life will benefit when more
women excel in male-dominated careers, says Wall Street
professional Tamara Lashchyk. With surprising been-
there advice, Tamara will discuss: how females can
negotiate the salary, promotions and perks they deserve
… 5 things wise women never do in the workplace …
myths and truths about the pay gap, the boy’s club,
creating one’s professional brand, dating among
colleagues, and even who’s inadvertently encouraging
harassment. Tamara, the best-selling author of “Lose
the Gum: A Survival Guide for Women on Wall Street,”
will also reveal how to maintain feminine confidence
and nurturing qualities, while still thinking and
communicating as men do. Contact her at (732) 610-0787;
tamara@lashchyk.com.

8. ==> Most Overlooked Tax Deductions

Did you know that false teeth and fertility enhancement
could be tax deductions? Or that there’s a deduction
for victims of Ponzi schemes? The tax code is long, and
there are lots of tax breaks that your listeners don’t
know about. Deductions that could reduce their tax
bill. That’s why you should invite Martha O’Gorman to
share her Top 10 Overlooked Tax Deductions. O’Gorman
can let your listeners in on the tips the tax pros
know. She worked for Jackson Hewitt Tax Service before
co-founding Liberty Tax, the brand with the iconic
Statue of Liberty wavers. She is the chief marketing
officer of the company, with more than 4,000 locations
in the U.S. and Canada, and she knows taxes. Contact
Martha O’Gorman at (888) 848-5344 or martha@libtax.com.

9. ==> Renewable Energy: Not What It’s Cracked Up to Be

You’ve probably seen fields covered with solar panels
and gigantic wind turbines popping up around the
country. More and more are being created in an effort
to preserve energy, but do you know how they work and
how these energy sources affect the earth?
Environmentalists say the wind and solar power projects
have very low climate and environmental impact and will
reduce air pollution but Tim Maloney says they’re a
false hope and simply can’t supply all of society’s
power needs. Maloney says, “Nuclear fission is
humanity’s only chance to leave fossils in the ground
and reduce atmospheric and ocean CO2. It would also
gradually reverse global warming and ocean
acidification, and restore earth’s ecosystems.” Invite
him to discuss nuclear power and explain how it can
outperform wind and solar sources. Maloney can also
explain nuclear fission, why environmentalists aren’t
discussing it, and comment on the issues of radiation
and waste disposal. Tim Maloney is a retired community
college professor of electronics and machine control.
He’s the author of “Roadmap to Nowhere.” Contact him at
(734) 735-7856; t.maloney@bex.net

10. ==> Interview the Happiest Guy in America

Ted Larkins is that perpetually cheery guy, the one
whose upbeat attitude makes you feel better just by
listening to him. Ted not only wrote “Get to Be Happy:
Stories and Secrets to Living the Sh*t Out of Life,” he
lives it. Invite this entertaining self-described non-
guru on air on a Monday to motivate people for their
best workweek ever or any day to discuss: meeting
Mother Teresa, Maria Carey, Bon Jovi and Jack Nicklaus;
things your bartender won’t tell you; finding gratitude
in even “bad” things in life like spending time on
airplanes (he’s flown 3 million miles) and in the
deaths of people close to us, and much, much more. Ted
is the former senior VP of one of the world’s leading
entertainment, sport and brand licensing agencies and a
guest lecturer for the UCLAx Entertainment Studies and
Performing Arts program. He’s also a popular radio and
TV guest. Reach him at (818) 261-8262;
twlarkins@gmail.com

11. ==> What’s Next? Ask the Man Who Predicted War in
Iraq and Brexit

Before 9/11, he predicted the U.S. would go to war in
Iraq and Iran. Months before the Brits voted to leave
the European Union he predicted that too. Most
recently, he predicted Billy Graham’s death would be
prophetic—before he passed away. His name is Richard
Ruhling and he is a medical doctor and Bible scholar
who believes trouble is coming to Jerusalem before the
U.S. embassy moves there and if so, he is confident a
major earthquake will initiate biblical end-times in
the U.S. this spring. This popular talk show guest 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

12. ==> Take the Spring Break Challenge!

It’s that time of year again. Days growing longer, buds
are appearing on the trees, and the air is fragrant.
How many days will you take off for spring cleaning?
Take Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith’s challenge to take a
break from work this spring! Dr. Saundra says that
business-as-usual working, running errands, and
stressing yourself out flies in the face of your well-
being any time of year. Historically, spring and Easter
is a time to celebrate rebirth, not endure the same-
old, same-old. Dr. Saundra will reveal the seven types
of rest you need to regain the spiritual and physical
energy you were born with — and reclaim your best
self. Dr. Saundra’s advice and expertise has been
featured in Woman’s Day and Prevention magazines. You
can reach her at DrDaltonSmith@gmail.com; (256)
405-9765.

13. ==> Boost Your Kid’s Brain Power the Fun and Easy
Way!

Every parent loves to cuddle their child, but research
shows that cuddling makes a big difference in brain
size and development. A parent’s affection is directly
related to healthy brain growth which helps kids become
more intelligent and develop the ability to empathize
with others. Since 80% of brain cells grow during the
first two years of a child’s life, this is a critically
important stage of development. Children’s author and
mother of three Rosie J. Pova says what better way to
ensure regular cuddling than to snuggle together with a
book and read to your child as part of your bedtime
routine? She also reveals the surprising reason why
reading more complicated books to toddlers actually
helps them to become better readers later in life. Pova
asserts that in addition to the intellectual benefits,
cuddling helps kids feel safer, more emotionally
balanced, and more self-confident, which increases
their academic performance throughout school. 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

14. ==> Your Brain is Like Yogurt

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month and Jane Summers
M.D., says it’s time to shed some light on the subject.
Dr. Summers will share startling statistics about brain
injury and facts about your brain, including how it’s
made of a yogurt-like substance. Did you know that
according to a July issue of JAMA, 99% of NFL football
players have “concussion” or chronic traumatic
encephalopathy on autopsy? That traumatic brain injury
(TBI) is the #1 killer and disabler of children and
young adults? Or that it affects countless veterans and
abuse survivors? Dr. Summers will explain how TBI is
cumulative, what the signs of brain injury are, and
share her own story of sustaining a brain injury from a
horse accident a decade ago. Dr. Jane Summers has
consulted nationally on the CDC in Atlanta, and
multiple state and national committees related to TBI,
sharing her educated perspective as a patient. Her
upcoming book is “Unstoppable: A Memoir, Flying Beyond
Obstacles. Contact Dr. Summers at (303) 325-4100;
Quantumleap06@gmail.com

15. ==> 95 Secrets to Live Well into Your 90s

03/13/18 RTIR Newsletter: Afghan New Year, Abusive Workplaces, Younger Workplaces

March 13, 2018

01. One More Time!! Winter Travel Tips
02. U.S.-North Korea: Victory for President Moon?
03. Inside Saudi Arabia’s Largest Oil Company – Aramco
04. Let the Games Begin: It’s Time for March Madness
05. March 21st- National Single Parent Day
06. Repairing an Abusive Workplace
07. How to Fit into a Younger Workplace
08. Fun Tax Story: Behind the Statue of Liberty Wavers
09. Tuesday, March 20th – Afghan New Year
10. Next Week is 4th Annual Teach Music Week
11. March 18th- Forgive Mom and Dad Day
12. Timely Easter Show – Navigate Life Storms Like Jesus
13. Debunk the 10 Biggest Myths about Spirituality
14. She Remembers Her Past Life… Do You?
15. Listen Up: This Could Make You a Liver Lover
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1. ==> One More Time!! Winter Travel Tips

You can almost hear the collective sigh of a winter
weary Northeast bracing for yet another winter storm
that could produce significant snowfall and make
driving treacherous. Obviously, you shouldn’t drive if
you don’t have to, but what if you find yourself on the
road in the middle of—or aftermath—of another winter
storm? Invite Audra Fordin to discuss how to deal with
sleet, snow and poor visibility, what to keep in your
car in case of emergency, and what to do if you find
yourself in a snowbank, or stranded on the road. Audra
Fordin is a regular on Good Morning America, the Today
show and Rachel Ray. She’s the 4th generation auto shop
owner/operator of Great Bear Auto Repair in Queens, NY,
the founder of Women Auto Know, and the author of “End
Auto Anxiety.” Contact her at (516) 626-1231;
Audra@womenautoknow.com

2. ==> U.S.-North Korea: Victory for President Moon?

President Trump’s decision to meet with North Korea’s
Kim Jong Un shocked the world. No American president
has sat down with a leader of North Korea since the
Korean War ended in 1953. Christine Ahn, founder of
Women Cross DMZ says the real reason the two men are
coming together can be traced back to the savvy
politicking of another leader entirely: South Korean
President Moon Jae-in. “It’s a mistake to believe that
‘maximum pressure’ forced North Korea to dialogue; it
was Moon’s masterful diplomatic stroke. It’s a
dangerous rewriting of what happened, and it is sure to
be what causes Trump to fail in talks with Kim.” She
says, “Moon showed genuine desire for peaceful
resolution, which is why Kim reciprocated this way;
maximum pressure/strategic patience does not work
because it doesn’t understand North Korea’s genuine
fears. Trump should understand what Moon does: North
Korea’s long-held desire for a peace treaty and
normalized relations as key to achieving a nuclear-free
Korea.” Contact Christine Ahn at christineahn at
mac.com; @christineahn

3. ==> Inside Saudi Arabia’s Largest Oil Company –
Aramco

Saudi Aramco is the most profitable company in the
world, and one of the most mysterious. Later this year
or early 2019, Aramco will have an Initial Public
Offering (IPO) that could be the largest IPO in
history. Both the NYSE and LSE are courting Saudi crown
prince, Mohammad bin Salman for the Aramco IPO. Invite
Middle East and energy industry expert Ellen Wald,
Ph.D. to share the fascinating history of Saudi Aramco
and the family that controls the multi trillion-dollar
enterprise. Dr. Wald is a scholar at the Arabia
Foundation with expertise in how policy, wars,
diplomacy, the stock market, oil pricing, and
innovation impact the future of energy. To research
her new book “Saudi Inc.,” Wald traveled to Saudi
Arabia in late 2017 to meet with Aramco executives.
Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137 or Megan
Bonomo at (703) 646-5188.

4. ==> Let the Games Begin: It’s Time for March Madness

Every springtime, America’s becomes obsessed with
college basketball. It’s the annual NCAA men’s and
women’s basketball tournaments, or what many people
call March Madness. For the next three weeks, college
hoops take center stage as “The Big Dance” gets
underway. Invite Kate Delaney aka The Sports Princess”
to talk about everything tournament-related including
brackets, best bets and why we love it so. Kate Delaney
is a 20-year radio and TV broadcast veteran. She’s
covered 15 Super Bowls, 10 U.S. Opens, 15 Final Fours,
World Series Games, and a plethora of sporting events.
Her latest book is “Invade the Man Cave: Sports Secrets
Guys Don’t Share.” Contact Mark Goldman at (516)
639-0988; mark@goldmanmccormick.com

5. ==> March 21st- National Single Parent Day

Back in 1984, President Reagan declared March 21st
National Single Parent Day. Let’s face it – single
parenting is tough – so this day was created to cheer
on those single parents who are doing double duty day-
in and day-out! Interview author/speaker Sara Sherman,
BA, MS on why this day should be as important as
Mother’s Day and Father’s Day but isn’t! At last count
there were 13.6 million single parents in America doing
their best to raise over 21 million children. Sara will
reveal why kids are often better off than kids in dual
parent homes and why single moms should definitely go
back to school (it’s easier than you think!) Sara is
the author of “The Single Mom’s Guide to Getting a
Degree” book and workbook and can speak to just about
anything relating to single parenting. She has been the
single mom of three children for most of her adult life
– earning two degrees while working a full-time job!
Contact her at (614) 432-2717;
sara@singlemomsasksara.com

6. ==> Repairing an Abusive Workplace

Sexual harassment and other workplace abuses are often
well-known but rarely-discussed ‘secrets.’ Lisa
Dinhofer, MA, CT says being in a toxic environment
where people are afraid to speak up creates moral
distress for employees. “When we’re confronted with
events that violate our core ethics, we disengage, burn
out and get physically and mentally sick. The
environment can even cause some people to get
aggressive or violent.” Dinhofer says removing an
abuser and prevention training are just the first steps
to repairing the workplace. “After an abuser is gone
employers need to assess and address the collateral
damage they leave behind. In many situations that
involves rebuilding trust so employees feel safe at
work.” Lisa will share insights on this timely issue
that affects every industry. She’ll also answer
listeners’ questions on-air. Lisa Dinhofer, MA, CT is a
crisis communication expert and ‘thanatologist.’
Contact her at (301) 366-7944; info@kodenllc.com

7. ==> How to Fit into a Younger Workplace

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

8. ==> Fun Tax Story: Behind the Statue of Liberty
Wavers

What’s the first image that comes to mind when you
think tax time? Is it those green Statue of Liberty
wavers on the streets all over the U.S.? They make it
into news stories, social media content and even TV
series. They’re a great, low-cost marketing tool.
Martha O’Gorman of Liberty Tax is the brains behind
those iconic green Statue of Liberty Wavers. Invite her
to share with your listeners the backstory of the
Wavers and her 3 Secrets to Marketing Success. O’Gorman
worked for Jackson Hewitt Tax Service before leaving to
help start Liberty Tax. She is the chief marketing
officer of the company, with more than 4,000 locations
in the U.S. and Canada. Contact Martha O’Gorman at
888-848-5344 or martha@libtax.com.

9. ==> Tuesday, March 20th – Afghan New Year

The Vernal Equinox next Tuesday also marks the Afghan
New Year or Nowroz. Invite Cat Parenti, an author and
expert on Afghan culture to explain the fascinating
customs and traditions surrounding this holiday. You’ll
learn why people whitewash their houses, hang barley
grass in their homes, and why this is a particularly
popular time for weddings. Parenti has lived in
Afghanistan on-and-off for 20 years and married into
the culture. Her NGO “The Afghanistan Foundation”
delivered clothing, crop seeds and medicine to the
Afghan families in Pakistani refugee camps and in the
liberated (from the Soviets) areas of Afghanistan. Cat
Parenti is the author of several books including the
upcoming “Afghanistan: A Memoir from Brooklyn to
Kabul.” She has been featured on numerous radio
programs and in several publications. Contact her at
cat.parenti@gmail.com or grandmachandra@gmail.com

10. ==> Next Week is 4th Annual Teach Music Week

Next week, March 19th-25th, is Teach Music Week, an
annual event that began four years ago to encourage
musicians, music schools, stores & studios to offer a
free lesson or class to new students (kids and adults).
Timed to coincide with National “Music in Our Schools
Month,” the effort has gone worldwide and this year
music teachers in ten countries will participate.
Vincent James, founder of KeepMusicAlive.org says, “We
believe that by encouraging music teachers and
potential students to reach out to each other during
the month of March, many of them will continue to teach
and learn music from each other long after the month is
over. Our goal is to see more kids and adults reaping
the educational, therapeutic and social benefits of
playing music.” This year, Teach Music Week is also
inviting public, private and charter schools to
schedule activities to encourage more students to sign
up for music, band and chorus classes. Vincent James is
the author of the book “88+ Ways Music Can Change Your
Life”. Contact him at (610) 812-5231 (PA);
vincent@KeepMusicAlive.org

11. ==> March 18th- Forgive Mom and Dad Day

If your parents weren’t perfect, get in line. Few are.
Still, that doesn’t stop many of us from grumbling
about the way they screwed up our lives well into
adulthood. On the other hand, holding onto these
resentments isn’t good. Doesn’t Carol-Ann Hamilton know
it? As she traces her own journey from desperation to
inspiration and hope, she urges people to take
advantage of March 18th’s Forgive Mom and Dad Day to
repair festering wounds. No matter the suffering
(abuse, neglect, indifference, etc.), Carol-Ann helps
people to forgive and move on—for their own sake. The
daughter of a formerly-alcoholic father and a paranoid-
schizophrenic mother, she’s an expert at healing toxic
relationships. A delightful media guest, Carol-Ann is
also the author of “Coping with Un-cope-able Parents.”
Contact her at (905) 822-2503;
carolann@carolannhamilton.com

12. ==> Timely Easter Show – Navigate Life Storms Like
Jesus

Divorce, death, job loss, illness, accidents and
financial reversals are just some of the storms
affecting virtually every human being. When awful
events occur—often without warning—people often ask:
“Why is this happening to me? Why now? What is the
purpose of this tragedy?” Invite the author of “Deck
Time with Jesus: Navigating Life’s Storms from a Place
of Peace and Rest,” Nate Stevens, to explore the
adversity of Jesus as a compass point for listeners to
navigate their own life storms as opportunities for
faith and personal growth. Stevens, who spent nine
years working on the book, is an avid, lifelong student
of Scripture—having read the Bible cover to cover more
than 25 times. A popular speaker and teacher at
conferences, seminars and Bible study groups, Stevens
writes online devotionals for Christian Devotions and
Single Matters. Contact him at (803) 546-4457;
n8stevens@yahoo.com

13. ==> Debunk the 10 Biggest Myths about Spirituality

The number of Americans who consider themselves
spiritual but not religious continues to rise. Last
year, the Pew Research Center indicated that 27 percent
of Americans now describe themselves that way. José de
la Torre believes even more people might identify with
the spiritual but non-religious movement if they were
disabused of some common myths. The author of
“Spiritual Living for Busy People: How to Nourish Your
Soul in Today’s Hectic World” says you don’t need to
meditate for an hour or more each day or run off to
live in a cave to live spiritually. He insists you
don’t need to do anything at all! Invite him to debunk
the biggest myths about spirituality and discuss what
he discovered during his 20 years of research into the
subject. Known as the Be at Peace Coach, de la Torre is
donating 100 percent of profits from his books
purchased on Amazon, to the Wounded Warrior Project,
which benefits America’s war veterans. Contact him at
(817) 304-6148; jose@peace-coach.com

14. ==> She Remembers Her Past Life… Do You?

Today Diana Scanlan is a Medical Intuitive Energy
Healer and author of “Lessons from Your Last Life”
living in Australia, having been born in the UK. Though
she remembers living centuries ago, as a Native
American girl! As your interview guest she’ll tell
fascinating stories of her unique tribal past. Plus,
she’ll reveal how to tap into your own memories of
previous lives. Diana says there are reasons why so
many of us: experience deja vu, or feel that a never-
before-visited town or building might seem amazingly
familiar. She’ll discuss why we’re drawn to a
“soulmate” and how to attract one. Did you love your
current partner in an earlier lifetime? Diana will also
explore how aromas jolt us into long ago memories …
the reason we have favorite foods, possessions, careers
or hobbies … what’s behind our phobias and allergies
… and how to recognize if you’re a “new” soul on your
first earthly journey. Contact her at
diana@beingnaturallyhealthy.com.

15. ==> Listen Up: This Could Make You a Liver Lover

Most people wouldn’t consider adding liver to their
diet weekly or monthly, let alone daily. But popular
author and international wellness speaker Leah
McCullough does, and she’s determined to help others
discover the surprisingly energizing superfood that is
liver. Invite Leah to share recipes that disguise the
flavor and texture of liver, and go far beyond liver
and onions! Appreciative audiences will even learn
about making their own enriched dishes by including
powered liver. Leah says daily liver can repel fatigue
so sports performance and sexual stamina can improve,
and you can enjoy sustained energy throughout the
workday, or while on vacation, or when doing chores
without caffeine jitters or the ups/downs of sugar. You
can also keep up with your kids, who are themselves
getting the “grow and thrive” iron and whole food
nutrition that liver provides. Known everywhere as The
Fibro Lady, Leah has authored the critically-acclaimed
books “Freedom from Fibromyalgia: 7 Steps to Complete
Recovery” and “Eat to Energize.” Contact her at (859)
380-9737; Leah@TheFibroLady.com.

03/06/18 RTIR Newsletter: Housing Collapse, Antibiotic Dangers, Happy Hawaiians

March 6, 2018

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

[fname] — Housing Collapse, Antibiotic Dangers, Happy Hawaiians

01. Housing Collapse Coming Right Up
02. How Stock Buybacks Hurt Workers
03. You’ll Recognize this Voice (Kids Definitely Will)
04. Wanna Win a Weiner Warrior Shirt?
05. Bioscarf: Fashionable Flu Prevention
06. Hidden Dangers of Popular Antibiotic
07. New Tax Rules and Homeowners
08. The Answer to Gun Violence? Less Gun Control
09. Is this the Beginning of a Huge Awakening?
10. Many Americans Believe God Made Trump President
11. Is Daylight Savings Time Bad for Your Health?
12. You’ll Want to Eat Liver Every Day!
13. One Third of Family Caregivers Die First
14. How Your Friends Can Help You Lose Weight
15. Hawaiians Can Teach Us How to Be Happier
=======================================

1. ==> Housing Collapse Coming Right Up

Mortgage rates are high and rising. Refinancing
opportunities are nonexistent; home affordability has
collapsed. Mike Shedlock says that’s what you’ll take
away from the latest Black Knight Mortgage Monitor if
you give it a very close look. The report shows recent
rate jumps coupled with climbing home prices have
increased the cost to purchase the median home by $67 a
month over the last six weeks. And while it also claims
that overall affordability remains better than long-
term historical averages and that the average income
has risen, Shedlock says affordability is subjective,
and the median income has actually declined in seven
out of the past eleven years. He’ll discuss the growing
factors that lead him to believe a housing collapse is
building and what factors are driving that. Mike
Shedlock is a registered investment advisor
representative for SitkaPacific Capital Management. He
also writes MishTalk, a global economics blog. Contact
him at (815) 477-2967; mikeshedlock@gmail.com

2. ==> How Stock Buybacks Hurt Workers

Since 2008, companies in the United States have spent
$5.1 trillion to buy back their own stock. Buybacks
have exploded in 2018 thanks to windfall from the
Republican tax law. But critics argue Corporate
America’s fascination with stock buybacks has come at a
real cost to American workers. “Stock buybacks have
been a prime mode of both concentrating income among
the richest households and eroding middle-class
employment opportunities,” says William Lazonick, a
professor at the University of Massachusetts Lowell who
has studied the impact of stock buybacks. According to
one analysis, thus far just 6% of the corporate
windfall from the tax cuts have gone to workers in the
form of pay hikes, bonuses and other investments.
Lazonick predicts Democrats in Congress may soon
introduce a bill to crackdown on or even ban buybacks.
William Lazonick is a professor in economics and co-
director of the Center for Industrial Competitiveness.
Contact him at (978) 934-4246; William_Lazonick@uml.edu

3. ==> You’ll Recognize this Voice (Kids Definitely
Will)

Tara Strong is one of the most famous voice actresses
working today. Though you may not know her name, kids
(as well as their parents) will recognize Tara’s voice
as some of the most iconic animated characters on
television. She’s Bubbles in The Powerpuff Girls,
Timmy Turner in The Fairly Odd Parents; Dil Pickles in
Rugrats, Raven in Teen Titans; Penny in Inspector
Gadget; Harley Quinn in DC Super Hero Girls, Mary Jane
Watson in Ultimate Spider-Man, Batgirl in The New
Batman Adventures and Anna from The Care Bears – to
name just a few. She’s also nominated for an Emmy for
her role as Twilight Sparkle, in My Little Pony:
Friendship is Magic, which is about to begin its eighth
season on Discovery Family. Tara can discuss the show,
some of her favorite projects she’s worked on, and of
course do the voices from some of her most famous
characters. For interviews, contact John Angelo at
john@premieretv.com.

4. ==> The Great Hot Dog and Sausage Debates – Win a
Weiner Warrior Shirt!

Is a hot dog a sandwich? Does ketchup belong on a hot
dog? Which is better for breakfast: sausage links or
patties? Is it ok to put fruit or candy in a sausage?
Eric Mittenthal, President of the National Hot Dog and
Sausage Council says, “We get calls and emails every
single day from people looking for us to settle their
hot dog debates, and as experts we are always happy to
oblige, but we live in a democracy, and it is time to
let the hot dog and sausage loving masses speak.”
Mittenthal will share how to get in on NHDSC Facebook
debates this month and win prizes like the coveted
Wiener Warrior t-shirt. The event will wrap up with a
week of baseball focused debates heading into Major
League Baseball’s opening day on March 29th. Contact
Eric Mittenthal at (202) 587-4238;
emittenthal@meatinstitute.org

5. ==> Wear this Around Your Neck and You Won’t Get
Sick

Carlton Solle’s sudden sickness on a business trip in
China lead he and his wife to come up with an
innovative new product. Doctors explained he was
suffering from air pollution and that he’d need to wear
an ugly air filtration mask. Unimpressed with what was
on the market, the couple decided to come up with a
more fashionable alternative, the 1st scarf with air
pollution, cold & flu protection built right in! The
Bioscarf protects from many of the germs that cause
colds and influenza as well as airborne contaminants
associated with air pollution. But does it work? In
tests, the Bioscarf outperformed some of the most
popular masks on the market today with a 99.75% average
filtration efficiency. And, it’s made from sustainable
materials; recycled water bottles, and even the label
is made from recycled PVC pipes. For interviews contact
Todd Brabender at (785) 842-8909;
todd@spreadthenewspr.com

6. ==> Hidden Dangers of Popular Antibiotic

Nancy Gretzinger, Ed.D., was given the popular
antibiotic Cipro to wipe out her chronic urinary tract
infections. What she didn’t know and even her urologist
didn’t know is that the commonly prescribed drug
carries a black box warning advising that it should
only be given if no other options are available. Invite
Nancy on air to share the serious side effects that
have been attributed to Cipro. As a result of taking
it, she says, she developed tendonitis and constant
fatigue that forced her to quit her job. Nancy, whose
story was featured on her local ABC-TV affiliate, can
also talk about what it means to be your own medical
advocate in today’s complex health-care market. She is
the author of the upcoming book “Enmeshed,” which
focuses on surgical mesh complications. Contact her at
(480) 558-7457; healthyonllc@gmail.com

7. ==> Good News/Bad News: How New Tax Rules Will
Affect Homeowners

Homeowners want to know how the new tax law affects
them. Well, there’s good news and bad news. The good
news – tax breaks still exist for mortgage interest and
property taxes. The bad news — those deductions have
new limits. Martha O’Gorman can give homeowners the 411
on the new tax law. She can also let your audience in
on a change that may let them breathe a sigh of relief
– the return of the tax extenders. For homeowners who
were forced into short sales, this may mean not having
to pay taxes on canceled debt – a big savings. Martha
can also discuss rental property and the tax breaks
available for rental homes. Martha worked for Jackson
Hewitt Tax Service before co-founding Liberty Tax, the
brand with the iconic Statue of Liberty wavers. She is
the chief marketing officer of the company, with more
than 4,000 locations in the U.S. and Canada, and she
knows taxes. Contact Martha O’Gorman at 888-848-5344 or
martha@libtax.com.

8. ==> Provocative: The Answer to Gun Violence is Less
Gun Control

Former British Army Officer Chris Bird says, “At a time
when students and those on the left of the political
spectrum are crying for more gun control in the
mistaken belief that it will reduce mass shootings,
less gun control might cut down on the number of
innocents murdered.” Bird says what enables these mass
killers is the so-called gun-free zone. “The problem
with gun-free zones is that they aren’t free of guns.
They are the places of choice for killers and
terrorists to rack up their totals of killed and
wounded in places like Columbine, Virginia Tech, Fort
Hood, the Charleston AME Church, Sandy Hook and Marjory
Stoneman Douglas High School. They are killing zones.”
Bird says eliminating gun-free zones would go a long
way to reducing the times these killers have to
operate. Chris Bird is the author “Surviving a Mass
Killer Rampage: When Seconds Count, Police Are Still
Minutes Away.” Contact him at (210) 308-8191;
cjbird@satx.rr.com

9. ==> #MeToo & Million Kid March: Is this the
Beginning of a Huge Awakening?

The nation, and the world it seems, is in the midst of
crisis. From the #MeToo and #TimesUp movements to high
school students demanding safe schools, we are being
forced to wake up, according to Marya Michael, teacher
and spiritual coach for children and families. Marya
says that is essential that we pay attention to our
youth. Right now, they are significant role models for
adults when it comes to owning real truth as a form of
power for change. Teens aren’t numb to violence yet.
They’re still awake to life, love and authenticity.”
Marya Michael is the author of “Fire Love: Igniting the
Freedom of your Heart and Soul.” Contact her at (703)
946-0264; marya@maryamichael.com

10. ==> Many Americans Believe God Made Trump President

A recent POLITICO story contends that millions of
Americans believe GOD actually wanted Donald Trump as
U.S. President. Patric Rutherford, Ph.D., author of the
critically-acclaimed book “God and President Trump Plus
the Rest of Us,” agrees that a Trump White House was
God’s permissive will — even though Dr. Rutherford
himself did NOT vote for Trump. Originally from
Jamaica, Dr. Rutherford will explore in his charming
accent what’s behind his decision that goes against his
beliefs, and whether many Americans have regrets or
feel like hypocrites or even sinners because of how
they voted. With decades of studying politics, faith
and human nature, Dr. Rutherford will discuss on-air:
why many deeply committed Christians had no qualms
about electing a seemingly godless man … the anti-
Trump contingent may get many things right, but also
many things wrong … whether God may not want Trump to
serve two terms, or even a full first term. Expect
timely controversy when you book Dr. Rutherford.
Contact him at (786) 201-6638;
patricrutherford@gmail.com.

11. ==> Is Daylight Savings Time Bad for Your Health?

When we “spring forward” one hour on March 11th, many
will complain about losing just one hour of sleep. Is
one hour of sleep a big deal? Studies show an increase
in heart attacks on the Monday following the time
shift, and within the first 48 hours after the time
change, a spike in automobile fatalities. Is this a
coincidence? Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith will talk about
the pros and cons of losing sleep in the morning for an
extra hour of sunlight in the evening. She’ll discuss
how to get a quality night’s sleep, and advise parents
on how to help their children acclimate to time changes
– as well as the physical changes that occur in
everyone’s bodies when seasons and schedules change.
Dr. Saundra will reveal strategies for feeling rested
and refreshed despite the time change, how to feel
better with less hours of sleep, and how to adjust your
attitude so you’ll be able to sleep better at night.
Sleep hygiene is a very hot topic! 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.

12. ==> Why You Should Eat Liver Every Day

13. ==> One Third of Family Caregivers Die First: Will
You Be Next?

There are over 67 million family caregivers in the US
today with the numbers growing daily as baby boomers
age and family members take on the burden of caring for
them. Dr. Camille Superson says it’s a heavy task with
one-third of all caregivers dying before the person
they were taking care of! “The biggest stressors in
most caregiver families, is lack of time and money.
Family caregivers try to keep their jobs, hold their
family life together, and struggle to find the time to
juggle all the tasks that need to be done, besides
providing care to a loved one. This often comes at a
price… and that price is often their own health decline
and death.” Being a caregiver herself for over a decade
to two bedbound parents, Dr. Superson knows firsthand
what it’s like to struggle to find resources,
especially ones that are free. She’ll share tips on
where to find help, including resources that are often
overlooked. Dr. Camille Superson is author of the book
“Essential Resource Guide for Caregivers: Save TIME,
Save MONEY, Save Your SANITY!” Contact her at (630)
888-2895 (cell); camillesuperson8@gmail.com

14. ==> How Your Friends Can Help You Lose Weight

Everything’s always more fun with a friend, but studies
prove that people making major lifestyle changes are
actually more successful when supported by others in
small groups. Invite Dr. Ed Dodge to tell your audience
how friends can boost your motivation, share helpful
resources such as recipes and positive experiences, and
bring synergy to your common goal. He says that small
groups of people supporting each other have been proven
be highly effective and consistently show better
results than people with no support. His book, Be
Healthy: Simple Guidelines for Lifelong Well-Being,
offers a practical approach toward healthier living.
Dr. Dodge hosted Healthy Living Radio and has
interviewed groundbreaking leaders in medicine. He has
been honored by the Johns Hopkins University Center for
a Livable Future. Contact him at (352) 228-9641 (TX);
afritim36@gmail.com

15. ==> What Can Hawaiians Teach the Rest of Us About
Being Happier?

Most people think “aloha” is simply used as a greeting
or farewell but in Hawaii it’s recognized as a way of
living. Award-winning screenwriter, author, TV/film
producer, journalist, and TV host Maryann Ridini
Spencer sets her novels in Hawaii, and has embraced
this culture that is so treasured by Hawaiians that in
1986 they passed an Aloha Spirit Law. Invite her to
share with your audience what living aloha means and
how the Hawaiian tradition of being kind and respectful
to everyone and living in a sustainable manner can
benefit all of us. Her work has appeared on Hallmark
Hall of Fame (CBS-TV), the Hallmark Channel, CNN, USA,
SyFy, Showtime, PBS, and many others. Her latest
novels, Lady in the Window, and its sequel to be
released later this year, The Paradise Table, feature
Hawaii as a backdrop for a woman’s journey to heal from
loss, find new life, new love, and synchronicities sent
from the beyond. Contact her at (818) 884-0104 (CA);
recprinfo@gmail.com

03/01/18 RTIR Newsletter: Common Sense School Safety, Mid Day Energy Boosts, College Acceptance Season

March 1, 2018

01. Did Georgia Lawmakers Blow Amazon Deal?
02. The Answer to Gun Violence is Less Gun Control
03. Educator: We Need Common Sense School Safety
04. New Guidelines: Screen All Teens for Depression
05. On the Ballot in MA: A Millionaire’s Tax
06. After Traumatic Events: The Ones Left Standing
07. $$ Saving Tax Tips:10 Overlooked Deductions
08. The FOG: College Acceptance Season
09. What Bad Trade Numbers Mean for You
10. She Helps Catch Workplace Crooks
11. Two Sides to ‘Black Panther’
12. Before You Say ‘I Don’t’
13. Get a Mid-Day Energy Boost Naturally
14. Speech Fear Halting Your Career?
15. Tarot Expert – US is in Tower of Destruction Phase
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1. ==> Did Georgia Lawmakers Blow Amazon Deal?

Atlanta and Boston are competing for Amazon’s new HQ2,
but business strategist Peter Cohan says the
controversy over Delta’s decision to eliminate
discounts for NRA members may swing things in
Beantown’s direction. In response to Delta’s
announcement, Georgia lawmakers are threatening to
remove a $50 million tax break for the company,
something Cohan says could scare away Amazon.
“Georgia’s response to Delta’s decision to end its NRA
discounts — along with Boston’s surplus of tech talent
— could make it easier for Amazon to pick Boston —
which Oliver Wendell Holmes once described as the ‘hub
of the solar system — for its HQ2.” At stake are 50-
thousand high paying jobs and $5 billion in investment
that Amazon plans to bring to whichever city it picks.
Peter Cohan has appeared on ABC’s Good Morning America,
CNN, CNBC, PBS’s Wall $treet Week, and New England
Cable News (NECN). His latest book is “Startup Cities:
Why Only a Few Cities Dominate the Global Startup Scene
and What the Rest Should Do About It.” He also teaches
business strategy and entrepreneurship at Babson
College. Contact him at (508) 460-9348 (MA); (508)
361-3805 (cell) or peter@petercohan.com

2. ==> The Answer to Gun Violence is Less Gun Control

3. ==> Educator: We Need Common Sense School Safety

For thirty years, Susan Colton taught in public school
classrooms and worked in school administration as a
highly respected, nationally recognized principal. Her
Coral Springs elementary school was a feeder school
into Marjorie Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland,
Florida and one of her former students was a victim of
the horrific Valentine’s Day massacre. Invite her on
your show to share her views on school safety and
discuss why she believes this will be the tipping point
for common sense gun legislation. “Students across the
nation are demonstrating and organizing school walkouts
to say, ‘enough is enough.’ Parents and communities are
listening and demanding their children’s schools are
made safer by requiring background checks for all gun
purchases, by making sure mental health care is taken
seriously, and yes, maybe even by putting an armed
guard at every school.” Susan Colton is a retired
principal and author of “Principal’s Passion: A Quest
for Quality Public Education.” Contact her at (954)
695-5065; scolton@bellsouth.net

4. ==> New Guidelines: Screen All Teens for Depression

The American Academy of Pediatrics issued an update to
its guidelines this week calling for universal
screening for depression in adolescents “in an era of
great clinical need and shortage of mental health
specialists.” Previous AAP research shows only about 50
percent of youth aged 10-21 are diagnosed before
adulthood – and as many as 2 in 3 with depression fail
to receive the care they need, the academy said.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention, suicide is the third leading cause of death
for youth between the ages of 10 and 24, and results in
approximately 4,600 lives lost each year. Interview Dr.
John Huber, chairman for the non-profit Mainstream
Mental Health about the issue of teens and depression.
A mental health professional for over twenty years, Dr.
Huber is a clinical forensic psychologist, and he is a
practitioner with privileges at two long term acute
care hospitals. Contact Ryan McCormick at (516)
901-1103; (919) 377-1200

5. ==> On the Ballot in MA: A Millionaire’s Tax

Voters in Massachusetts will decide this November on
whether the commonwealth should levy a 4 percent tax on
incomes in excess of $1 million. The Fair Share
Amendment would raise an estimated $1.9 billion per
year in revenue to be invested in public education and
transportation. Some business groups are challenging
the measure, but Andrew Farnitano of Raise Up
Massachusetts says there are business and municipal
leaders who understand the need to invest in schools
and transportation infrastructure. “Massachusetts is
one of the richest states in the nation, but we rank
45th in state spending on higher education, 45th in the
state of our transportation system, and 33rd in the
share of our state’s economic resources dedicated to
public education. Without investment in these common
goals, working families fall behind and our communities
suffer.” Raise Up Massachusetts is a coalition of more
than 100 community organizations, religious groups,
labor unions, and volunteers. Together they collected
more than 157,000 signatures to qualify the measure for
the ballot. Contact Andrew Farnitano at (925) 917-1354,
andrew@crawfordstrategies.com

6. ==> After Traumatic Events: The Ones Left Standing

What are realistic expectations for returning to work,
school and life following a traumatic event? What
should survivors, parents, first responders, media,
business leaders and teachers know about the ‘invisible
wounds’? How long is the aftermath? When will survivors
be ‘productive’ again? Is that even fair to ask? “How
should I act now?” “What should I say?” These are the
hard questions that surface for and about ‘the ones
left standing’ following a traumatic event. Since 2015
our country is averaging 1 school shooting per week
combined with increased mass casualty events from
violence and natural disasters. Get ready for a
powerful and meaningful show with ‘Thanatologist’ and
Crisis Communication expert Lisa Dinhofer, MA, CT who
will provide realistic and insightful information to
your audience and on-the-spot answers for call-in
listeners about a topic that is quickly impacting our
entire nation. Resilience is possible. Contact Lisa at
(301) 366-7944; info@kodenllc.com

7. ==> $$ Saving Tax Tips:10 Overlooked Deductions

8. ==> The FOG: College Acceptance Season

If you’re a high school senior, this is the best and
the worst of times. There’s a lot of pressure and
uncertainty swirling around this season. As friends
hear about college acceptances the pressure mounts.
Students cringe at the dreaded questions on everyone’s
lips… “where have you gotten into? What’s your
leaning so far? What’s your first choice?” Pardon the
language, but it can be a “what the FOG” time. That’s
code for uncertain. How do you navigate this time of
transition FOG and the emotion that comes with it?
Brenda Reynolds has addressed this in her TEDx talk,
Navigating Transition Fog. And she can help students
and families alike with strategies to help get through
this time, so they can get on with the fun of finishing
high school. Brenda Reynolds is the author of “TBD: To
be Determined: Leading with Clarity and Confidence in
Uncertain Times.” Contact her at (610) 639-5722;
brenda@bkrconsult.com

9. ==> What Bad Trade Numbers Mean for You

The recently released trade numbers for 2017 show a bad
situation getting worse: Americans bought $810 billion
more goods from other countries than we sold to them, a
six percent increase over the previous year. Those
numbers translate into lost jobs, lower pay, family
breakup, and drug abuse, says James A. Stuber, author
of the new book, “What if Things Were Made in America
Again.” In a lively and provocative interview, Stuber
explains how consumers can solve the problem by buying
things made in American communities. James A. Stuber
is the founder of Made in America Again, a movement of
consumers dedicated to rebuilding the American middle
class by buying things made in American communities.
Stuber is an attorney and entrepreneur who formerly
served as legislative assistant to a member of the
United States House of Representatives. Contact him at
(610) 608-5074; james.stuber@themadeinamericabook.com.

10. ==> She Helps Catch Workplace Crooks

An epidemic of workplace thievery and embezzlement
harms today’s business world, our economy, and
ultimately your income and net worth — says
profitability specialist and entrepreneur Ruth King,
whose book series “The Ugly Truth about Cash” includes
the top-selling “50 Ways Employees and Vendors Steal
from You and What You Can Do About It.” Invite King to
share outrageous stories whereby companies lose
millions when employees cook the books for their own
gain or use time-cards to fake work hours. King says 95
percent of employees and even vendors admit to brazenly
stealing from the worksite. Pilfered items include:
everything from motors to nitrogen, from office
supplies and stamps to copper, and whatever’s not
bolted down (or is!). While sometimes funny and quirky,
these examples represent CRIME. King offers remedies
for discovering, preventing and recovering from
workplace theft. Live call-in shows and podcasts can
invite on-the-job thieves to “confess” and share their
most unusual sticky-hand stories. Book Ruth King for
interviews at 770-729-8000; rking@ontheribbon.com.

11. ==> Two Sides to ‘Black Panther’

‘Black Panther’ continues to dominate the box office
with audiences and critics lauding the film. Award-
winning author Tony J. Selimi loves the movie for the
powerful message that it carries but says just like in
life, there are two sides to every story. “Just looking
at the positive reviews of ‘Black Panther’ can blind us
to the negative effects this kind of movie may have
globally. Science tells us that the very same things
that give rise to peace also are the seeds that give
rise to a raging war. Similarly, the movie can have a
negative impact on someone who is already polarized,
has mental health problems, and can use it to support
racism, nationals, and the rise to more segregation and
separation between creeds and races.” 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

12. ==> Before You Say ‘I Don’t’

You’re miserable in your marriage, your spouse cheated
on you, or you’ve simply grown apart. You may think
your only option is divorce, but attorney Neal Prevost,
says that’s not true. He’ll discuss the real cost of
divorce and explain why he thinks it’s the dumbest
thing we do in America. Prevost says after handling
more than a thousand family law cases over the past
twenty years, he’s seen patterns that lead to divorce
and will share how to stop them before it’s too late.
He’ll also tell you what the back story is in most
contested matters. Neal Prevost is a founding partner
of Prevost, Shaff, Mason & Carns, PLLC. Contact him at
(214) 629-7494; info@nealprevost.com

13. ==> Get a Mid-Day Energy Boost Naturally

The afternoon slump can hit hard but José de la Torre
says, energy drinks, coffee or candy bars aren’t the
only ways to get an energy boost when you need some pep
in your step. Jose will share three ways to boost your
energy naturally, using nothing but your own body.
He’ll share how to radically increase your energy and
rejuvenate your body using slow gentle movements
combined with breathing. A Qi Gong teacher and
practitioner, Jose teaches people how to become aware
of the energy in and around them, and how to use it. He
is the author of “Spiritual Living for Busy People”.
Contact him at (817) 304-6148; jose@peace-coach.com

14. ==> Speech Fear Halting Your Career?

A great speaking ability is one of “the” top must-have
skills, yet so many are terrified by it, and even more
just don’t do it well. Deanna Ford will share
strategies, skills and knowledge to help you not just
survive, but succeed. You’ll learn how to plan, prep
and perform when it’s your turn to be in the limelight.
Deanna is the author of the new book “Command the
Stage: A Speaker’s Guide to Using Notes Strategically
to Develop and Deliver Better Speeches.” A portion of
book proceeds will be given to New Directions Speakers
School, a not-for-profit that helps marginalized people
grow their speaking voice so they can better
participate in the community. For the last 30 years,
Deanna has earned her living on stage in front of
audiences as a musician, and then speaker. Contact her
at (807) 475-3631; deanna@deannaford.ca

15. ==> Tarot Expert – US is in Tower of Destruction
Phase

Julia Gordon-Bramer, a creative writing professor who
is one of St. Louis’ Top Ten Psychics and St. Louis’
Number One Fortune-Teller (according to CBS), has been
reading tarot cards professionally for 40 years. So
when she says current events point to the U.S. being in
a Tower of Destruction cycle that’s huge. (The Tower
card features lightning striking a gray stone tower,
bodies falling, and the whole building collapsing.)
Bring Julia on your program to learn what accounts for
the instability and where it is likely to lead us. Ask
her: What does the Tower card portend? In what way is
this phase similar to one experienced in the 1950s? How
does Donald Trump personify the Tower card? What
prompted your interest in tarot and all things
mystical? How does that go over in the academic world?
Julia teaches at Lindenwood University and is a Sylvia
Plath scholar. Reach her at (314) 517-0158;
wordgirl@nighttimes.com

02/27/18 RTIR Newsletter: Fake Faith, Daylight Savings, Immune Boosters

February 27, 2018

01. Can Millennials Save the World?
02. Why Can’t Docs Diagnose Mass Murderers?
03. The President’s Faith is Fake
04. ‘Wicked Tuna’ Captain Dave Marciano
05. Two Sides to ‘Black Panther’
06. Remembering Billy Graham
07. You Won’t Believe What People Pilfer from Work!
08. Is Daylight Savings Time Bad for Your Health?
09. Surprising Immune Booster
10. Breakthrough Memory Loss Treatment
11. Eat More Pizza & Chocolate AND Lose Weight
12. Anxiety is Not a Life Sentence
13. She Remembers Her Past Life… Do You?
14. Why Are Hawaiians Happier? Aloha
15. Coming Out of the Closet – As a Psychic Medium
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1. ==> Can Millennials Save the World?

Doomsayers claim the generation born between 1982 and
2000 will inherit a huge global mess as they enter
their prime, and that they’re powerless to do anything
about it. Yet, less than a week after an armed gunman
walked into their school and killed 17 people, students
from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School were
mobilizing a nationwide protest. And every day we see
the ongoing battle between the teenage activists and
lawmakers and NRA representatives opposing gun control.
The activism surprised many, but not Yasmin Davar.
“This enormous demographic that now comprises more than
one quarter of the U.S. and world populations is more
diverse, educated, technologically advanced and
independent-minded than any previous generation. They
also care deeply about the environment and the overall
health of the planet. Millennials will be the ones to
save the world from disaster.” Yasmin will provide a
step-by-step guide for these young future movers and
shakers that is simple, yet extremely powerful. Yasmin
Davar is an environmental engineer with a Master of
International Studies in Peace and Conflict Resolution
and the author of the book “Our Peaceful Planet:
Healing Ourselves and the World for a Sustainable
Future.” Contact her at yasmin@yasmindavar.com.

2. ==> Why Can’t Docs Diagnose Mass Murderers?

There’s no debating that mental health care is
underfunded and in need of improvements, but is that
the key to preventing mass shootings like the one at a
Florida high school this month? Frank Farley, a
psychologist at Temple University who has studied
extreme psychological behaviors says unfortunately, no.
“Psychological science can’t identify who might go on
to commit a mass shooting. It’s such an extreme
psychologically that it’s a special category. In a
sense, every mass murderer and serial killer has mental
problems beyond the standard nomenclature.” Why can’t
current diagnostics understand these outliers? Farley
said it’s because they haven’t been studied enough.
“Many mass murderers end up dead by their own hands or
by the police at the scene of the crime. So there are
few mass killers for criminal psychologists to analyze,
and little data from which to draw conclusions.” Frank
Farley, Ph.D., is a former president of the American
Psychological Association. Contact him at (215)
668-7581; frank.farley@temple.edu or
frank.farley@comcast.net

3. ==> The President’s Faith is Fake

CBN political correspondent David Brody and Washington
Times columnist and Liberty University professor Scott
Lamb’s new book is called “The Faith of Donald J.
Trump,” but author and journalist Sophia Nelson says,
“I have just finished reading the book and in my
opinion, it should be called, ‘An Apology for Trump’s
Lack of Faith.’” The lifelong, black moderate
Republican says President Trump’s faith has been a hot
topic of discussion since he was a candidate for office
in the 2015 primaries. “It has been a point of vigorous
public debate on whether the ‘Christian right’ and the
‘political right’ formed an unholy alliance to propel
Trump, who agrees with them on political issues, into
the White House. I think evidence suggests that they
have.” Sophia Nelson is an NBC THINK contributor and
the author of “E Pluribus One: Reclaiming Our Founders
Vision for a United America.” Contact Monica Wood at
monica@mwprinc.com

4. ==> ‘Wicked Tuna’ Captain Dave Marciano

National Geographic’s hit series ‘Wicked Tuna’ kicks
off Sunday, March 11, with Captain Dave Marciano
returning for a 7th season. He’s out to turn things
around after a disappointing season in Gloucester last
year, in which he caught only five fish and landed near
the bottom of the leaderboard. This year, Marciano is
looking to start strong and land some big paydays as he
teams up once again with his son and first mate, Joe,
and welcomes a new crew member aboard — his oldest
daughter, Angelica. Captain Dave Marciano is available
for interviews on March 8th and 9th from the outer
banks of North Carolina where he is filming ‘Wicked
Tuna Outer Banks.’ Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703)
646-5137 or Megan Bonomo at (703) 646-5188.

5. ==> Two Sides to ‘Black Panther’

6. ==> Remembering Billy Graham

The Rev. Billy Graham was one of the world’s most
famous Christian evangelists. Known as ‘America’s
pastor,’ he was a key figure in the revival of the U.S.
evangelical Christian movement. But Meredith Iler knew
another side of Graham. Her grandfather, Carloss
Morris, helped found the Billy Graham Evangelistic
Association, and worked alongside the Reverend for more
than fifty years. “I had the privilege to know Billy
throughout my life and was blessed to get to pray with
Dr. Graham to receive Christ when I was 6 years old.
As I grew older, I went to numerous crusades and was
able to join my grandfather for many of the overseas
board meetings including the Amsterdam crusade and
board meeting in 1986.” Meredith Iler credits Graham
and her grandfather with shaping her own commitment to
serve others. She is the president of the Strategic
Alliance and chairman emeritus of Helping a Hero, an
organization that provides support for injured military
personnel. Contact her at (832) 647-8683;
meredithiler@aol.com

7. ==> You Won’t Believe What People Pilfer from Work!

8. ==> Is Daylight Savings Time Bad for Your Health?

9. ==> Surprising Immune Booster

It seems everyone is either sick with the flu or
desperately trying to prevent it these days. While you
might think of fasting as a weight loss tactic, Jose de
la Torre says new studies confirm intermittent fasting
(not eating solids for 2-3 days at a time) actually
boosts the immune system and could help you fight off
the flu and many other health issues. “While the body
is fasting, it destroys white blood cells. But when
solids are reintroduced, new white blood cells are
created that are more robust than before, preventing
more illnesses!” He’ll discuss that, and other ways to
boost your immune system naturally. Jose de la Torre is
a Qi Gong teacher and practitioner, and teaches energy
health practices. Contact him at (817) 304-6148;
jose@peace-coach.com.

10. ==> Breakthrough Memory Loss Treatment

Everyone wants to live a long life but no one wants to
grow old. People are eager to learn the latest
information on avoiding the bogeymen of old age:
dementia, Alzheimer’s and other forms of memory loss.
Michael Morgan can discuss the latest research for what
amounts to a longevity prescription—added years of good
health. Bring him on air to share what you need to know
about your glymphatic system, detoxing, avoiding
inflammation and creating healthy neural pathways. He
can even share ways to reverse memory loss in those who
already have it. He’s got breakthrough information many
are praying for. Morgan is the author of “Prevent
Alzheimer’s in Just 10 Minutes a Day with the
BodyEnergy Prescription and CranioSacral Therapy.”
He’ll be speaking at the Aging in America Conference in
San Francisco on March 28. Reach him at (312) 543-4719;
media@bodyenergy.net

11. ==> Eat More Pizza & Chocolate AND Lose Weight

Mouth-watering pizza. Rich chocolate. Both top the list
of foods many people can’t stop eating until they’ve
consumed the entire pie or box of candy. But live on
the air, Sora Vernikoff can teach your audience her
simple Green Technique that will allow them to eat all
the pizza and chocolate they want and still lose
weight. 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

12. ==> Anxiety is Not a Life Sentence

Psychotherapist Jodi Aman says having anxiety can seem
like a life sentence. “You are not just wired that way!
Anxiety is actually highly treatable. People are
suffering needlessly when they just need to know what
to do to get rid of it.” She adds, “There are ways of
thinking that lead to anxiety and ways of thinking that
eliminate it. It is how you think about what you feel
that makes the difference.” You’ll learn what to do
when you feel panicked, how control issues feed into
anxiety, and why anxiety is a dirty, rotten liar. Jodi
Aman has been a practicing psychotherapist for more
than 20 years and has a YouTube channel with online
courses to get rid of anxiety. Her latest book is
“Anxiety & Panic Workbook: Stop Stressing, Start
Living.” Contact her at (585) 233 8979;
jodiaman@yahoo.com

13. ==> She Remembers Her Past Life… Do You?

14. ==> Why Are Hawaiians Happier? Aloha

15. ==> Coming Out of the Closet – As a Psychic Medium

We are ALL intuitive beings — says acclaimed psychic
medium Beth Lynch! Yet many of us hesitate to admit
this, even if our gifts have been evident since
childhood. Invite Beth to explore how to recognize,
accept and cultivate your innate intuitive and even
psychic abilities without regret naturally. She’ll
discuss her own fascinating journey, and how she began
communicating with the spirit world in earnest,
especially after losing her mother in a tragic train
accident. Beth will also talk about amazing skills one
can discover when you overcome qualms related to your
spiritual self and anyone doubting you. Can you
interpret dreams or visions? Glimpse future events?
Sense what others are thinking/feeling? While many use
their gifts to do speaking and counseling, as she has,
you can also heal yourself and loved ones, or encourage
children who show their abilities emerging early in
life. Beth Lynch is author of “Soul Rising: The
Spiritual Science of Living.” Reach her at (888)
271-4487; soulsense1111@gmail.com.

02/20/18 RTIR Newsletter: Second Amendment, School Shootings, Sunday Food Fun

February 20, 2018

01. The History of the 2nd Amendment
02. Ex-FBI Agent on School Shootings
03. Should 16-Year Olds Be Allowed to Vote?
04. The Trauma Toll of School Shootings
05. Are We Raising a Society of Mass Shooters?
06. Acupuncture for the Flu?
07. Many Americans Believe God Made Trump President
08. Why are Docs Still Ignorant About Medical Marijuana?
09. This Doctor Says ‘Prescription Drugs Killed My Wife!’
10. Lose Weight by Eating More Pizza & Chocolate
11. Before You Say ‘I Don’t’
12. Boomers Living on 16-Thousand Dollars a Year
13. A Passionate Chef for Sunday Food Fun
14. Coming Out of the Closet – As a Psychic Medium
15. Speech Fear Halting Your Career?
16. What Can Hawaiians Teach the Rest of Us About Being Happier?
17. Why Millennials Will Save the World

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1. ==> The History of the 2nd Amendment

Gun enthusiasts frequently cite ‘the right to bear
arms’, but do your listeners know the origin of the 2nd
Amendment? Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz, author of “Loaded: A
Disarming History of the Second Amendment,” can shed
light on the subject. She’ll take you back to colonial
times to explain why guns were so important to the
colonists. “The violent appropriation of Native land by
white settlers was seen as an individual right in the
Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, second only
to freedom of speech. Male colonial settlers had long
formed militias for the purpose of raiding and razing
Indigenous communities and seizing their lands and
resources, and the Native communities fought back.
Virginia, the first colony, forbade any man to travel
unless he was ‘well armed.’ A few years later, another
law required men to take arms with them to work and to
attend church or be fined.” Dunbar-Ortiz recently wrote
the piece “Inside the minds of American mass shooters”
for the British Guardian. Contact her at
rdunbaro@pacbell.net, @rdunbaro

2. ==> Ex-FBI Agent on School Shootings

Since 2013, there have been 290 school shootings
occurring at a rate of about one a week. Katherine
Schweit, a former senior F.B.I. official and the co-
author of a study of 160 active shooting incidents in
the United States says last week’s shooting wasn’t
shocking at all. “I spent four years dealing with these
kinds of events after Sandy Hook. We are not going to
be out of business very soon. When I retired in July, I
left a whole team still doing this. It’s not shock —
it’s sadness.” Unfortunately, Schweit doesn’t see much
changing. “We have absolutely become numb to these
kinds of shootings, and I think that will continue,”
she says. As an FBI special agent, Schweit was
responsible for the FBI’s active-shooter training — the
most extensive effort of its kind, initiated following
the Sandy Hook Elementary tragedy in Newtown, Conn., in
2012. Contact her at (703) 864-5349;
katherine.schweit@gmail.com

3. ==> Should 16-Year Olds Be Allowed to Vote?

“The real adults in the room are the youth from
Parkland, Florida, who are speaking out about the need
for meaningful gun control laws. They are proving that
civic engagement among young people can make a
difference. The ironic part? They can’t even vote yet.”
So says Joshua Douglas, a law professor specializing in
election law, voting rights and constitutional law. He
believes that lowering the voting age, coupled with
better civics education, can energize a whole new
generation of smart civic leaders. He says,
“Unfortunately, a tragedy happened, but the response at
Stoneman Douglas High is showing that youth in this
country can and should have a significant role in
political debate. The students are fed up with our
politicians and are using their voices to demand
change.” Joshua Douglas is a law professor at the
University of Kentucky College of Law. He is the co-
editor of “Election Law Stories” and is currently
writing a new book on positive voting rights
enhancements. Contact him at (859) 257-4935;
joshuadouglas@uky.edu

4. ==> The Trauma Toll of School Shootings

Last week’s Florida school shooting has left the
immediate community and the country filled with shock
and sadness. Families, friends, children, staff,
police, first responders and the media covering the
event are all likely to be deeply traumatized. Even if
you weren’t there, watching repeated media accounts of
the tragedy can cause anguish and anxiety. Invite
Gillian Padgett to talk about ways to deal with trauma
from a horrific event. She’ll discuss how everyone
processes trauma differently, why alcohol is a bad
choice for dulling pain, and why people not directly
touched by the shooting may experience secondhand
trauma. Gillian Padgett is a therapist who has spent
over 25 years specializing in stress in the UK and
Canada. She is the author of “Let Stress Heal Your Life
– Uncover Your Amazing Capacity to Thrive” and the
upcoming book “From Trauma to Tranquility – A Guide to
Inner Peace.” Contact her at (1) 647-270-7602:
gillian@stresswisdomsolutions.com

5. ==> Are We Raising a Society of Mass Shooters?

President Donald Trump blamed “mental health” for the
shooting rampage at a Florida school that left 17 dead
last Wednesday saying the teenage shooter was “mentally
disturbed.” Emily Slingluff says many of the recent
horrific attacks across the country involved people who
were depressed and unhappy. She suggests a different
approach. “Whether lawmakers pass stricter gun laws or
not, another way to attack the problem is to teach
better parenting skills. The formative years are called
that because they’re formative. Parents are the main
influence, directly or indirectly, on their kids and
play a huge role in whether children grow up depressed
or happy with life.” Emily Slingluff is the author of
“Peace”, “Parenting without Punishment” and “A Present
to the Newborn.” Contact her at (757) 428-6167;
emilhyslingluff@aol.com

6. ==> Acupuncture for the Flu?

Flu season isn’t over yet, with health officials
reporting high rates of influenza just about everywhere
in the country. While many people think there’s nothing
to do but get through it, Dr. April Schulte says there
are plenty of ways to fight back depending on your
symptoms and overall health. “Acupuncture can really
clear up the lungs, stop a cough, reduce phlegm, clear
up the sinuses and improve nausea,” says Schulte.
“There’s another technique called cupping, and it’s a
suction technique that we use on the apex of the lungs
on the back that’s very effective for opening up the
lungs.” Schulte says each patient is different and may
need a different therapy or combination of Chinese
medicines and herbs. Specializing in acupuncture and
Chinese herbs, Dr. April Schulte, DAOM, LAc is an
expert in integrative and collaborative medicine and
runs a successful integrative medicine clinic. Contact
her at (970) 256-8449; aprilacudoctor@gmail.com

7. ==> Many Americans Believe God Made Trump President

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

From senior citizens looking to ease arthritis pain, to
cancer patients dealing with chemotherapy and migraine
sufferers looking for relief, medical marijuana users
are not your stereotypical potheads. Over 40 states
have programs allowing medical marijuana, but many
doctors aren’t recommending it – or even discussing it
with patients. The main reason? They don’t have the
information they need. In fact, many patients are far
more educated than their doctors about the
endocannabinoid system. Dr. Regina Nelson and Michael
Browning are coauthors of “Time for the Talk: Talking
to Your Doctor or Patient About Medical Cannabis.”
They’ll share resources for listeners and discuss why
many people are afraid to bring the topic up with their
physician, and specifically, what questions they should
ask. Contact Integral Education Press at (303)
505-0591; ecstherapyco@gmail.com

9. ==> This Doctor Says ‘Prescription Drugs Killed My
Wife!’

There aren’t many physicians willing to say what
Richard Ruhling, M.D., will: Prescription drugs are a
leading cause of illness, disability, and death. Dr.
Ruhling, who was board-certified in internal medicine,
will discuss prescription drug dangers including
adverse reactions like the one that killed his wife
(prescribed by another M.D.) for an infection. He can
share stories of patients who were able to reverse
their medical conditions by eliminating their
prescriptions and changing their diets. He can offer
natural remedies for common health conditions such as
arthritis, flu and asthma and share with your listeners
the 7 Golden Rules of Health that Dr. Breslow of UCLA
discovered that make a 30-year difference compared to
people who broke all seven. Dr. Ruhling taught health
science at Loma Linda University and he’s been
interviewed on scores of radio programs. He’s the
author of “God Bless America?” Reach him at (928)
583-7543 or Ruhling7@juno.com

10. ==> Lose Weight by Eating More Pizza & Chocolate

Mouth-watering pizza. Rich chocolate. Both top the list
of foods many people can’t stop eating until they’ve
consumed the entire pie or box of candy. But live on
the air, Sora Vernikoff can teach your audience her
simple Green Technique that will allow them to eat all
the pizza and chocolate they want and still lose
weight. 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
What 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

11. ==> Before You Say ‘I Don’t’

12. ==> Boomers Living on 16-Thousand Dollars a Year

For those headed toward retirement age, here’s a wake-
up call: Imagine living on only $1,369 each month. That
amount is the average monthly Social Security check
received by 42 million retired workers in the U.S. as
of June 2017. That’s only $16,428 a year! That’s the
bad news, the good news is that chartered retirement
planning counselor Rodger Alan Friedman, CRPC®, can
tell your audience the simple steps they can take now
to make sure this doesn’t happen to them. Learn how
just a few small adjustments to your current spending
habits can make the difference between living
comfortably in retirement and struggling to make ends
meet. He’s the author of “The Mindset of Retirement
Success: 7 Winning Strategies to Change Your Life.”
Friedman has been featured in magazines and appeared on
radio stations nationwide. Contact him at (844) 3MY-
PLAN (NY); Rodger@RodgeronRetirement.com

13. ==> A Passionate Chef for Sunday Food Fun

Sunday is a day of fun, togetherness, and food! Jorj
Morgan knows the best way to entertain friends and
spoil family is to gather in the kitchen. Her newest
collection, “Sunday Best Dishes: A Cookbook for
Passionate Chefs,” is filled with easy and elegant
recipes. Have a special Sunday celebration planned – or
just planning to celebrate Sunday? Jorj will teach you
to think creatively with your recipes and entertaining
ideas, while providing fresh and nutritional meals for
your loved ones. Jorj is a popular author and Facebook
personality. She has appeared in The Wall Street
Journal, Reader’s Digest, Woman’s Day, People, and
more. She is also the author of numerous books,
including “The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Good Fat, Good
Carb Meals.” Contact Jorj at (954) 465-8187 or
jorj@jorj.com

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16. ==> What Can Hawaiians Teach the Rest of Us About
Being Happier?

Most people think “aloha” is simply used as a greeting
or farewell but in Hawaii it’s recognized as a way of
living. Award-winning screenwriter, author, TV/film
producer, journalist, and TV host Maryann Ridini
Spencer sets her novels in Hawaii, and has embraced the
culture that is so treasured by Hawaiians that in 1986
they passed an Aloha Spirit Law. Invite her to share
with your audience what living aloha means and how the
Hawaiian tradition of being kind and respectful to
everyone and living in a sustainable manner can benefit
all of us. Her work has appeared on Hallmark Hall of
Fame (CBS-TV), the Hallmark Channel, CNN, USA, SyFy,
Showtime, PBS, and many others. Her latest novels,
“Lady in the Window,” and its sequel to be released
later this year, “The Paradise Table,” feature Hawaii
as a backdrop for a woman’s journey to heal from loss,
find new life, new love, and synchronicities sent from
the beyond. Contact her at (818) 884-0104 (CA);
recprinfo@gmail.com?

17. ==> Why Millennials Will Save the World

Doomsayers claim the generation born between 1982 and
2000 will inherit a huge global mess as they enter
their prime, and that they’re powerless to do anything
about it. But environmental engineer Yasmin Davar
strongly disagrees with the stereotypes assigned to
Millennials. “This enormous demographic that now
comprises more than one quarter of the U.S. and world
populations is more diverse, educated, technologically
advanced and independent-minded than any previous
generation. They also care deeply about the environment
and the overall health of the planet. Millennials will
be the ones to save the world from disaster.” Yasmin
will provide a step-by-step guide for these young
future movers and shakers that is simple, yet extremely
powerful. She can demonstrate how healing negative
beliefs and destructive thought patterns and taking
positive action on the individual level can lead to
sustainable peace, prosperity and happiness for the
entire world! Yasmin Davar is an environmental engineer
with a Master of International Studies in Peace and
Conflict Resolution and the author of the book “Our
Peaceful Planet: Healing Ourselves and the World for a
Sustainable Future.” Contact her at
yasmin@yasmindavar.com.