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03/14/17 RTIR E-zine: Beauty in the Blizzards, March Madness, Namaste

March 14, 2017

01. Snow Day! Find Beauty in the Blizzard
02. Who Was St. Patrick?
03. Working for Trump is an Embarrassment
04. Donald Trump – Chimpanzee Mind?
05. Let’s Talk March Madness
06. leaks, Illegal Leaks and Donald Trump
07. Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is
08. March Madness and Player Gambling
09. Cannibals Get a Bad Rap
10. Boomers Working Harder than Ever
11. SATs, Common Core – Reduce Kids’ Test Stress
12. Namaste – Schools Embrace Yoga
13. A College Degree Isn’t Enough Anymore
14. David Cassidy and Dementia
15. Enough with the Snow – Get Out of Town
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1. ==> Snow Day! Find Beauty in the Blizzard

Millions across the country are snowed in today. School
is out, everyone’s schedule is in disarray, and not
everyone is happy about the disruption, but Andro
Donovan says the storm offers advantages too good to
miss. It’s times like this, she argues, that we are
forced to slow down and take the time to find
ourselves, determine who we are and who we want to be
and put into motion short-term goals that will warm out
hearts. Invite Donovan on your show to talk about
getting the most from this snow day (after the snowball
fight, of course), and strategies you can use to think
outside the box when all you want to do is curl up in
it with a blanket. She’s the author of “Motivate
Yourself: Get the Life You Want, Find Purpose and
Achieve Fulfilment,” published by a subsidiary of
Wiley. Donovan is a leadership development specialist
best known for her life-changing retreats that take
place around the world. Contact her at +4407711238410;
andro@trend.co.uk; andro@androdonovan.com; Skype:
andro.donovan1

2. ==> Who Was St. Patrick?

St. Patrick’s Day is this week, but exactly who was he?
He’s Ireland’s beloved patron saint and he’s celebrated
worldwide each March 17th. What did he do during his
remarkable life, more than 1,500 years ago? What will
most Americans, including those of Irish ancestry, be
surprised and intrigued and inspired to learn? Invite
acclaimed historian William Federer on-air to explore
the compelling true story of Saint Patrick! With quiz
questions and little-known stories, Federer will
separate fact from folklore, helping everyone observe
Saint Patrick’s Day with newfound appreciation and
fascination. William Federer is president of
Amerisearch, Inc. He is the author of many books
including “Saint Patrick: The Real Story of his Amazing
Life from Tragedy to Triumph.” Contact him at (314)
487-4395 (MO); (314) 540-1172 (cell) or
wjfederer@gmail.com

3. ==> Working for Trump is an Embarrassment

Last week, former Governor Jon Huntsman accepted
President Donald Trump’s offer to serve as US
ambassador to Russia. Having previously served as an
ambassador to China, Huntsman may feel prepared for the
task at hand. But Michael D’Antonio says, “Chances are
he will become the latest Trump employee to face
professional embarrassment in the days and weeks to
come.” He says, just look at Sean Spicer. “Once a
highly-regarded professional, Spicer has become Exhibit
A in a growing body of evidence that suggests that
serious people with reputations they value serve the
President at their own peril.” A Pulitzer Prize winning
writer of books, articles, and original stories for
film, Michael D’Antonio has published more than a dozen
books, including “Never Enough,” a 2015 biography of
presidential candidate and billionaire businessman
Donald Trump. Before becoming a fulltime author,
Michael worked as a journalist in New York, Washington,
and Maine. Contact him at Michael@michaeldantonio.net
or josanne@lopeztalent.com

4. ==> Donald Trump – Chimpanzee Mind?

Northwestern University psychologist Dan. P. McAdams
has studied the personalities of presidents including
Trump, whom he views as an extreme example of the
dominance style deployed by alpha chimpanzees. McAdams
says leadership by dominance is more primal than the
other main kind of leadership, based on expertise. He
says, “Trump has no respect for, or interest in,
expertise of any kind, writing it off as weakness and
the providence of elites.” He adds that the dominance
mode comes with guaranteed chaos. “Things always end
badly for the alpha chimp,” he says, who torments his
underlings until the moment he is overthrown. Dan P.
McAdams is the author of The Atlantic’s June 2016 cover
story “The Mind of Donald Trump” and the books “George
W. Bush and the Redemptive Dream: A Psychological
Portrait” and “The Art and Science of Personality
Development.” Contact him at 847-491-4174;
dmca@northwestern.edu

5. ==> Let’s Talk March Madness

Who’s playing? Who should we be watching? And who
should you pick in the office pool? EMMY award winning
sports expert Kate Delaney, aka the Sports Princess,
can help you fill out your brackets and give you the
background on this year’s NCAA Tournament. Kate is one
of the first women to ever host a solo Sports Radio
Talk Show in a Top 10 market – WFAN in New York City
and KRLD in Dallas, Texas. She currently hosts a
nationally syndicated radio show called America Tonight
and is the author of “Level the Playing Field,” a book
of fascinating, little-known sports facts. Contact Ryan
McCormick at (516) 901-1103; (203) 883-8503 or
ryan@goldmanmccormick.com

6. ==> Wiki-leaks, Illegal Leaks and Donald Trump

Following Michael Flynn’s resignation as National
Secretary Advisor, Democrats are demanding an
independent investigation of Russian influence over the
November General Election. However, Donald Trump and
the GOP only want to investigate the “illegal leaks” to
news outlets. Invite Michael McCray, a public interest
advocate and expert on whistleblowing, to discuss the
importance of journalism, whistleblowers and the role
of the First Amendment. McCray was personally bullied,
intimidated and retaliated against after he reported
improprieties at his federal job before being forced
out. He says America needs principled individuals now
more than ever. Contact him at (870) 543-0024;
mccray.michael@gmail.com.

7. ==> Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is

Millions of Americans are feeling disempowered. They
don’t feel as if their voice is heard, especially now
that the election is over. What can they do and will it
make a difference? Neale Godfrey says as a consumer,
you have immense power with your spending. “Consumers
seem to “voting” a lot since the election. Neiman
Marcus, Macy’s, Shoes.com, Belk, ShopStyle, Bellacor,
Jet.com, and Gilt, have all dropped some or all of
Ivanka Trump’s line as well as other Trump-branded
products. And the New York Times reported employees at
T.J Maxx and Marshalls have been told that ‘all Ivanka
Trump signage should be discarded.’ The retail ballot
boxes seem to be open for business.” Godfrey says
boycott campaigns are springing up as well. “Economic
pressure is real! Get out and vote… with your wallet!”
Neale Godfrey is an expert on family and children’s
finances who has been in the financial field for more
than 30 years. Neale became one of the first female
executives at The Chase Manhattan Bank. Later, she
became the President of The First Women’s Bank and
founder of The First Children’s Bank. In 1989, Neale
formed her own company, Children’s Financial Network,
Inc., whose mission is to educate children and their
parents about money. Contact her at (212) 854-6100;
neale@childrensfinancialnetwork.com

8. ==> March Madness and Player Gambling

As March Madness gets underway everyone is talking
about brackets and pools, but what about gambling
WITHIN the sport? Invite Frank Landrey to discuss the
issue of gambling involving college players and
coaches. He says, “Coaches need to know and plan to
avoid miscommunication between themselves and players
and how best to head off gambling influences on
players. No individual game or tournament is safe from
an attempted point shaving by “big bet” gamblers.” For
the past 29 years, Landrey has been on a mission to
uncover exactly what happened to him during his Georgia
Tech basketball days when he was cut loose. He says,
“Having been called a hero in a game against Missouri,
making all-tournament at the Poinsettia Classic and
leading our team in scoring, everything changed
overnight…” Frank Landrey is the author of “My
Gambler’s Collateral Damage”, a true story involving
the F.B.I., his father’s bookie/friend and The 1961
Dixie Classic Scandal. Contact him at (434) 944-2728;
lugolf@aol.com

9. ==> Cannibals Get a Bad Rap

For centuries, cannibalism has been written off as a
bizarre phenomenon with little scientific significance.
But the true nature of cannibalism—the role it plays in
evolution as well as human culture—is even more
interesting (and less disturbing) than the many
misconceptions we’ve come to accept as fact. Dr. Bill
Schutt, PhD, a researcher at the American Museum of
Natural History, will discuss why some amphibians
consume their mother’s skin; why certain insects bite
the heads off their partners; why, up until the end of
the twentieth century, Europeans regularly ate human
body parts as medical curatives; and how cannibalism
might be linked to the extinction of Neanderthals. Bill
Schutt is a professor of biology at LIU Post and a
research associate in residence at the American Museum
of Natural History. His latest book is “Cannibalism: A
Perfectly Natural History.” Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer
at (703) 646-5138; johanna@jrbcomm.com

10. ==> Boomers Working Harder than Ever

There may be high employment today, but you wouldn’t
know it by boomer standards. Many business
professionals over 50 still struggle with long-term
unemployment, under-employment, lower pay and
traditional job search techniques that produce nothing.
Good reasons why more boomers are turning to the gig
economy, notes Spunk Burke, author of “The GIG
Solution.” Spunk will explain how boomers are learning
to target prospects whose problems they could solve as
a contractor or on a project basis. He’s a staffing
veteran who provides coaching to help boomers build
rewarding gig practices. He also helps companies link
to contractors who can address their immediate needs.
Spunk can be reached at (978) 801-9010 or
spunk@thegigsolution.com

11. ==> SATs, Common CORE – Reduce Kids’ Test Stress

Whether your child is taking the Common Core State
exams or other testing, the heat is on in the classroom
and everyone involved is totally stressed out and
frazzled. Invite Heather Arabadjis to share ways to
beat this year’s testing season with inside tips and
concrete strategies everyone needs to know. She’ll also
help with ways to make sure your kid doesn’t become a
victim of testing anxiety, and a growing culture of
students who are failing at a young age. Heather
Arabadjis has 14 years of experience in the education
industry and is the author of the children’s series
Monster Mas. Contact her at (718) 510-3736;
MonsterMasmedia@gmail.com

12. ==> Namaste – Schools Embrace Yoga

On April 7, from 11 a.m. to 11:05 a.m., thousands of
schoolchildren around the world, including those in all
50 U.S. states, will put down their books and let their
imaginations run free as they mold themselves into
trees, flamingos, kites and other kid-friendly yoga
positions. They will be joined by children at home and
other locations, all led by more than 200 official
ambassadors to raise global awareness about yoga for
kids. It’s all part of the second annual Kids’ Yoga
Day, created by Theresa Power. An internationally
recognized children’s yoga expert and author of “The
ABCs of Yoga for Kids” series, Power says yoga teaches
skills that help kids focus, regulate their emotions,
and better respond to stress. “Today’s ‘typical child’
is stressed out, under-nourished, and sedentary. A
simple yoga practice is an ideal way to naturally
unwind while getting physical activity and building the
foundation for a lifelong tradition of health and
fitness,” she says. Contact her at (310) 266-7705;
info@kidsyogaday.com

13. ==> A College Degree Isn’t Enough Anymore

University students are facing unique challenges today
– rapid economic changes, an evolving job market, and
the need to become the employee employers want to hire
and keep. How can they create the needed adaptability
skills, along with the mobility and fluidity essential
for today’s hires while still in college? Invite Jason
Ma, America’s chief millennial mentor, to discuss the
challenges common to students and Millennials, and
share ways to help them be successful in their careers
– and life. From clarifying direction to becoming more
pragmatically skillful (and street-smart) to finding
quality internships to managing stress, failure and
conflicts and to rising up the ranks, Jason will
address the many issues facing students and young
professionals today. Jason Ma is founder, CEO & chief
mentor of ThreeEQ, Inc., a success coaching and
consulting service for high-end families and companies.
He’s an international speaker and the author of “Young
Leaders 3.0.” Contact him at (408) 823-7768;
jma@youngleaders3.com

14. ==> David Cassidy and Dementia

Actor and singer David Cassidy recently revealed he has
dementia, but what exactly does this term mean?
Cassidy, who is 66, says both his mother and
grandfather suffered from dementia. Invite senior
health adviser Janet Rich Pittman to discuss dementia,
which is not a specific disease, but rather a group of
symptoms resulting from changes in the brain that
affect people’s ability to carry out everyday
activities. She’ll discuss how to prevent dementia, the
role genes play, and how to beat your odds regardless
of family history. She’ll also share ways to fight the
disease once diagnosed. A former political operative
and activist, Janet is now known as The Brain Nerd,
specifically a Dementia Prevention Specialist, based on
her years of experience as a Dementia Practitioner and
Dementia Administrator. Janet is author of the upcoming
book “It’s There: 5 Simple Ways to Find Your Memory and
Prevent It from Leaving.” Contact her (251) 648.0325;
Janet @TheBrainNerd.com

15. ==> Enough with the Snow – Get Out of Town

Sick of Winter? Overworked? It’s time for a vacation!
The summer is still months away, but there’s no need to
wait that long. Now is the time to take a vacation or
at least plan for one. And not just any vacation:
because time is our most valuable asset, we need to use
it wisely. Marco Aguilar explains how to overcome the
most frequent and challenging excuses for not taking a
vacation, including financial, airport hassles and
“it’s my job, stupid,” excuses; and shares awesome
ideas on where to go and what to do with your precious
time off. Marco Aguilar, aka The Chief Vacation
Officer®, uses his 25-year experience in the travel
industry to inspire others to claim their right to time
off and live the life-transforming potential of travel
and experiential vacations. His upcoming book is “The
Power of Vacation.” Contact him at (310) 739-4044;
marco@thepowerofvacation.com

03/09/17 RTIR E-zine: Putin’s Pipelines, Foreign Language Week, Dream Hits

March 9, 2017

01. Obama: “Trump Said What?!”
02. Trumpcare – What it Means for You
03. Putin’s Ties to U.S. Pipelines
04. Nat Geo’s ‘Wicked Tuna’ Premiere Sunday
05. Women’s History Playing Cards – Real Nasty Women
06. From People Mag – Modern Day ‘Hidden Figure’
07. National Foreign Language Week
08. Tax Advice for the Self-Employed
09. Will Sessions End Medical Marijuana?
10. GOP’s New Target: Transgender Students
11. Art Class on the Chopping Block?
12. Trump’s Age & Hair-Loss Drug = Dementia?
13. Say No and Stop Getting Sick
14. It’s Time to Take a Trip
15. Dream Hits
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1. ==> Obama: “Trump Said What?!”

According to numerous sources, former President Obama
is livid over President Trump’s latest accusations of
wiretapping and hasn’t returned the commander-in-
chief’s phone calls since the inauguration.
Presidential historian Douglas Brinkley says the
apparently fraught relationship is a break with
tradition. “There are these kinds of things that have
happened in the past, but nothing to the degree where a
sitting president would charge his predecessor with a
felony. It creates a feeling of instability in the
United States.” Trump tweeted on Saturday: “How low has
President Obama gone to tap my phones during the very
sacred election process. This is Nixon/Watergate. Bad
(or sick) guy!” He has since provided no evidence for
his claims. Douglas Brinkley is an author, professor of
history at Rice University and a fellow at the James A.
Baker III Institute for Public Policy. Brinkley is the
history commentator for CNN News and a contributing
editor to the magazines Vanity Fair and American
Heritage. Contact him at (713) 348-6086;
Douglas.Brinkley@rice.edu

2. ==> Trumpcare – What it Means for You

The GOP’s answer to replacing Obamacare was unveiled
this week but it seems no one is happy with the plan,
on either side of the aisle. While the Trump
administration is keen on selling the health care
package, lawmakers—and the public—are trying to figure
out who wins and who loses in the deal. Invite Robert
Zarr M.D., to discuss the plan and how it could impact
listeners of various ages and economic levels. Zarr is
a board-certified pediatrician at Unity Health Care in
Washington, D.C., where he cares for a low-income and
immigrant population. He is past president of
Physicians for a National Health Program. Contact him
at rlzarr@yahoo.com, @doczarr

3. ==> Putin’s Ties to U.S. Pipelines

President Trump is boasting about his plan to use U.S.
steel in constructing the Keystone XL and Dakota Access
pipelines but investigative journalist Steve Horn says
the executive order will actually put money in a
Russian oligarch’s pockets. He says, “While the pipe
may be made in the U.S., ownership tells a different
story. Enter: TMK IPSCO, a massive producer of steel
for U.S. oil country and a subsidiary of TMK Group.”
Horn, who writes for DeSmogBlog, says he’s found ties
between TMK Group’s Board of Directors and Russian
President Vladimir Putin. Horn writes about the fossil
fuel industry and recently broke the story “Behind
Trump’s Push for ‘American Steel’ in Pipelines, Another
Russian Company with Putin Ties Stands to Benefit.”
Contact him at steve@desmogblog.com; @SteveAHorn

4. ==> Nat Geo’s ‘Wicked Tuna’ Premiere Sunday

The new season of Wicked Tuna premieres this Sunday on
the National Geographic Channel. The show is set in
Gloucester, Mass at the start of the North Atlantic
Bluefin tuna season. Invite Captain Dave Marciano to
take you behind-the-scenes of the show and talk about a
fisherman’s life on – and out of – the water. A life-
long fisherman, he’s been on the water since he was 11
years old and worked in Key West and Gloucester before
buying his own boat, Hard Merchandise. Marciano also
holds the distinction of having survived a 2003
shipwreck when his ship was18 miles offshore and
struggling to get back with thousands of pounds of fish
and a plank in the hull gave way. “We sank in 33
minutes,” Marciano recalls matter-of-factly. Captain
Dave Marciano will be in NYC on March 10 and available
for interviews. Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703)
646-5137; johanna@jrbcomm.com

5. ==> Women’s History Playing Cards – Real Nasty Women

In honor of Women’s History Month and coinciding with
worldwide activities marking International Women’s Day,
NARAL is relaunching The Gender Cards—a deck of
illustrated playing cards that celebrate trailblazing
American women. “Now more than ever, it’s time to
celebrate the trailblazing women who have always made
America great,” says Ilyse Hogue, president of NARAL
Pro-Choice America. “These cards are not only beautiful
to play with, they help us learn more about the women
whose lives help tell the American Story.” Each card is
hand-drawn and unique, and recalls the incredible
women—past and present—who have helped define the
American spirit from Rosa Parks and the women of the
Supreme Court to Michelle Obama and Beyoncé. NARAL Pro-
Choice America and its network of state affiliates are
dedicated to protecting and expanding reproductive
freedom for all Americans. Contact Kaylie Hanson-Long
James Owen at (202) 973-3000;
media@prochoiceamerica.org

6. ==> From People Mag – Modern Day ‘Hidden Figure’

Your listeners may have read this story in People
Magazine with a nod to the Oscars and the movie ‘Hidden
Figures.’ Olympia LePoint began working as a rocket
scientist for Boeing in 1998 at the age of 21. Although
nearly 40 years had passed since women like Katherine
Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson, the
scientists whose lives are chronicled in Hidden
Figures, helped launch John Glenn into orbit, LePoint
experienced many of the same adversities and challenges
her predecessors had during her tenure at NASA. Invite
her to share her inspiring story and hear how she
failed math until an 11th grade teacher took her under
her wing and taught her how to perceive her own
intelligence and think differently. She was then hired
at Boeing three months after graduating, at the age of
21, and became the youngest scientist in the company.
Olympia LePoint is the author of “Mathaphobia,” a book
on how to overcome your fear of math and is currently a
popular college math professor and motivational
speaker. Her inspiring story just came out in People
Feb 22nd. Contact Erin Dean at (661) 255-8283;
erin@steveallenmedia.com

7. ==> National Foreign Language Week

¡Hola! Ciao! It’s National Foreign Language Week and
Susanna Janssen, a retired college professor and
language expert, wants to give you lots of reasons to
celebrate and to take up a second language. For
example, did you know that being bilingual not only
provides an advantage to your brain but also to your
bank account? Oui! She’ll explain that bilinguals—even
infants exposed to a second language—show enhanced
abilities in focus and concentration, memory,
interpersonal skills and problem-solving. Studies also
show bilingualism is a buffer against Alzheimer’s
(awesome news in any language). She’ll demonstrate ways
learning a new language is easier than you would think.
Janssen is a newspaper columnist and the author of
“Wordstruck! The Fun and Fascination of Language”.
Reach her at (707) 272-1351 or sjanssen106@gmail.com

8. ==> Tax Advice for the Self-Employed

Tax day is rapidly approaching and with so many people
becoming entrepreneurs in the sharing economy, many
people wonder how they can be sure they are keeping
track of the right things. Certified public accountant
Lisa London will share how to know what is deductible,
how to automate to save time, and how to use something
most people carry every day to tame the paperwork
beast. London has been a CPA for three decades and
specializes in assisting small businesses, nonprofits
and churches. She’s appeared on numerous radio and TV
programs and is the author of “The Accountant Beside
You” series of resources. Contact her at (919) 770-3746
(NC); lisalondon@lisalondoncpa.com

9. ==> Will Sessions End Medical Marijuana?

On the campaign trail, Donald Trump said his
administration would “do” medical marijuana and let
states decide about legalization for themselves. But US
Attorney General Jeff Sessions has made it clear he
opposes marijuana legalization. “Good people don’t
smoke marijuana,” he’s on record saying. So many are
now wondering what Sessions will do about marijuana
policy and whether he’ll enforce federal marijuana
laws. Chronic pain expert Cindy Perlin says many will
suffer without access. “Twenty-nine states and the
District of Columbia now have medical marijuana access
and millions of chronically ill patients are getting
relief for the first time from this miracle plant.”
Perlin will discuss how medical marijuana works and
what type of conditions it treats, as well as the
current political climate and what can be done to
protect and increase access. Perlin is a licensed
social worker, certified biofeedback practitioner and
chronic pain survivor who has appeared on numerous
radio and TV programs. She’s the author of “The Truth
About Chronic Pain Treatments: The Best and Worst
Strategies for Becoming Pain Free.” Contact her at
(518) 439-6431; cperlin@nycap.rr.com

10. ==> GOP’s New Target: Transgender Students

The White House has signaled its intent to roll back
protections for transgender students set under
President Obama. Those protections allow students to
use locker rooms and bathrooms that match the gender
they identify with. Available to comment on this
unfolding story is Seth Rainess, a transgender male and
author of the only book written for transgender teens.
He can discuss why everyone should care about this
rollback as well as Trump’s opposition to marriage
equality, his Cabinet choices’ anti-gay beliefs, and
the effect of potential Supreme Court appointments on
the transgender community. Rainess’ book is “Real Talk
for Teens: Jump Start Guide to Gender Transition and
Beyond.” His mission is to alleviate the still
prevalent fears and misconceptions people have about
the transgender people and he’s been featured in Time
and numerous media outlets. Reach him at (732) 620-4300
(cell); (732) 291-6090 (landline) or
sjrainess@yahoo.com

11. ==> Art Class on the Chopping Block?

People who care about education including teachers,
parents, students and taxpayers are concerned about
what may happen to arts education with the Trump
administration and Betsy DeVos as education secretary.
Among them is middle school teacher Red Rohl, who works
with at-risk students and knows firsthand the value art
plays in enhancing the way his students pay attention
and grow into independent thinkers. Even if art
disappears as a standalone class, Red can explain how
it can continue to be part of reading, science and math
classes through the use of a technique called
sketchnoting. He’ll share what is involved in this
purposeful type of doodling and why he encourages his
students to draw on their notes and homework. He’s the
author of “Heavy Sketches,” a collection of 30 years’
worth of his own sketchnote-inspired art combined with
creative literacy. Red appeared on WLOS-TV to discuss
his new book. Reach him at (828) 284-1973 or
redrohl9@gmail.com

12. ==> Trump’s Age & Hair-Loss Drug = Dementia?

At age 70, Donald Trump is the oldest man to be elected
a US president. His longtime personal doc recently
revealed to the New York Times that Trump takes
Finasteride to treat male pattern baldness. Side
effects include mental confusion and impotence. Is
Trump on the fast track to dementia or Alzheimer’s?
Invite senior health adviser Janet Rich Pittman to
discuss the president’s age and mental capacity as well
as other risk factors for dementia. Should Trump be
urged to undergo a series of psychometric tests to
prove his mental capacity? A former political operative
and activist, Janet is now known as The Brain Nerd,
specifically a Dementia Prevention Specialist, based on
her years of experience as a Dementia Practitioner and
Dementia Administrator. Janet is author of the upcoming
book “It’s There: 5 Simple Ways to Find Your Memory and
Prevent It from Leaving.” Contact her (251) 648.0325;
Janet @TheBrainNerd.com

13. ==> Say No and Stop Getting Sick

Want to have less stress, sleep better, get fewer colds
and flus and avoid headaches and heartburn? Doing so
may be as simple as saying no to obligations, chores
and social commitments you agree to just to make other
people happy. Find out why people-pleasers get sick
more often from Dr. Don (MacDonald). He’s a recovering
people-pleaser and chiropractor who realized that many
patients were coming into his office because of stress-
related conditions fueled by their own excess worries
and inability to say no for their own good. Dr. Don
will explain ways moving your body, deciding in advance
what you will and won’t do and defining your purpose
can lead to a healthier and happier life. Dr. Don is
the bestselling author of “The Underdog Curse.” He’s an
experienced radio and TV guest who can be reached at
780-983-5102; drdon@shaw.ca

14. ==> It’s Time to Take a Trip

Overstressed by everything that’s going on in America?
Overworked? Submerged in the winter blues? It’s time
for a vacation! The summer is still 5-months away, but
there’s no need to wait that long. Now is the time to
take a vacation or at least plan for one. And not just
any vacation: because time is our most valuable asset,
we need to use it wisely. Marco Aguilar explains how to
overcome the most frequent and challenging excuses for
not taking a vacation, including financial, airport
hassles and “it’s my job, stupid,” excuses; and shares
awesome ideas on where to go and what to do with your
precious time off. Marco Aguilar, aka The Chief
Vacation Officer®, uses his 25-year experience in the
travel industry to inspire others to claim their right
to time off and live the life-transforming potential of
travel and experiential vacations. His upcoming book is
“The Power of Vacation.” Contact him at (310) 739-4044;
marco@thepowerofvacation.com

15. ==> Dream Hits

Overnight ‘dream downloads’ have played a key role in
the rise to stardom of Sting, Beyoncé, the Beatles,
Billy Joel, Taylor Swift and many, many more successful
music artists. In fact, Craig Webb says over 20 Grammy
wins can be linked directly to dreams. Invite Craig on
your show and hear how Bono dreamt music that led to
collaborations with Roy Orbison and Bob Dylan
(including Roy Orbison spontaneously arriving at his
door the night after he dreamt music for him), to how
numerous artists received dream help from deceased
family and colleagues including Stevie Wonder whose
just-deceased mother came in a dream to urge him not to
take a year off to grieve her death, as he had informed
his business manager and agent. Webb will reveal the
surprising dreams that have shaped our culture from
iTunes’ most-downloaded song, to life-saving
nightmares, to beloved Christmas carols, as well as how
anyone can benefit from the same powerful process. Webb
has made more than 1,000 media appearances, and
consults for Fortune 500 corporations, A-list
celebrities and feature films. His latest book is “The
Dreams Behind the Music.” Contact him at (514)
990-2113; cw@craigwebb.ca

03/07/17 RTIR E-zine: Russian Witch Hunt, Daylight Savings, Tax Talk

March 7, 2017

01. Iraqi-American on New Immigration Ban
02. A Day Without a Woman
03. A Man’s Guide to ‘A Day Without a Woman’
04. Russian Witch Hunt Will Backfire
05. Obama’s Post-Presidency Isn’t Normal
06. Parents Hate Daylight Saving Time
07. It’s National Foreign Language Week
08. Military Recruiting on Campus
09. Widespread Flu in 44 States
10. Tax Talk: What’s Considered Income?
11. What Makes Someone ‘Undateable’?
12. Do Doodlers Get Better Grades?
13. Fail Your Way to Fitness!
14. What Next? Dealing with Uncertainty
15. Is Texting Making Us Stupider?
=======================================

1. ==> Iraqi-American on New Immigration Ban

Weam Namou was born in Baghdad as a minority Christian
in a Muslim country. Her family endured Saddam’s
totalitarian regime until they fled to the United
States when she was a child. Once in America, Weam was
again a minority who had difficulty fitting in and
finding her voice. Invite her to discuss her take on
the new Trump immigration ban. She says the new ban
doesn’t even target the correct threats to U.S.
citizens. “If the government banned the right terrorist
countries, that would be very beneficial for us and the
world at large. But between 1975 and 2015, foreign
nationals from Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria
& Yemen killed zero Americans on U.S. soil. Yet Saudis
killed 2,369 Americans on U.S. soil. The countries who
have bred and financed terrorism are not on this list!”
Weam also believes the ban is fueling extremists,
making it easier for them to recruit people. Weam Namou
has been a guest on dozens of radio talk shows. She’s
the author of “The Great American Family: A Story of
Political Disenchantment.” Contact her at (586)
212-4490; weamn@hotmail.com

2. ==> A Day Without a Woman

Wednesday, March 8th is International Women’s Day,
which is usually celebrated in the US with a feel-good
awareness campaign about the importance of women’s
rights. But this year, grassroots activists around the
world are planning something more radical — a women’s
general strike, both to oppose President Donald Trump
and to make a big push for women’s equality. Organizers
of the January Women’s March have declared Wednesday ‘A
Day Without a Woman,’ alongside an International
Women’s Strike taking place in more than 30 countries.
Invite Emily Crockett to discuss what’s planned, how
successful it’s likely to be, and why so many women are
so disgruntled. Crockett writes about gender issues for
Vox. Her work has been published at The Nation, In
These Times, DCist, The Intentional, and AlterNet.
Contact her at emily@vox.com; @emilycrockett

3. ==> A Man’s Guide to ‘A Day Without a Woman’
Psychologist Helen Smith says A Day Without a Woman may
provide some benefits for men. “Rather than let it bum
you out that women have decided to avoid work and
shopping, think of all the perks a man can get on this
female-absent holiday.” She says, “If women are wearing
red in solidarity with the strike, men will know which
ones to avoid and that makes it easy to know which ones
will make you a scapegoat at work or miserable in your
dating life. And what man thinks women not shopping for
a day is a bad thing?” Dr. Smith adds, “Maybe this will
give men a much needed day off.” Helen Smith is a
psychologist specializing in forensic issues in
Knoxville, Tennessee. She has been on numerous
television and radio shows including Montel Williams
and has appeared on E! Entertainment, Fox News,
Discovery, Women’s Entertainment, Biography, Oxygen and
The Learning Channel. and blogs for PJ Media. Contact
her at communications@pjmedia.com or
support@pjmedia.com

4. ==> Russian Witch Hunt Will Backfire

“Jeff Sessions did nothing wrong. Jeff Sessions said
nothing wrong. And, his partisan enemies know it,”
declares Washington D.C. law professor and attorney
Victor Williams. Williams charges Beltway elites with
intentionally vilifying Sessions. “The same extreme
partisans and greedy globalists who relentlessly
attacked Jeff Sessions during his Senate confirmation
ordeal are again abusing him. The American people can
see through these unfair and untrue smears.” The law
professor credits Sessions with educating him, in 2014,
about the worsening issues of immigration, crime, and
the struggling American worker. Victor Williams founded
Lawyers and Law Professors for Trump, now rebranded as
America First Lawyers Association to advance the
Trump/Pence America First movement. Contact him at
(301) 951-9045

5. ==> Obama’s Post-Presidency Isn’t Normal

In a break from modern tradition, former President
Barack Obama appears to be wading back into political
waters. Political analyst Matt Lewis says though we
don’t know the scope of involvement he has planned,
there are signs. The New York Times reported that
Obama’s team rushed to preserve intelligence regarding
possible contacts between Trump’s presidential campaign
and Russia, and his loyal holdovers are leaking secrets
about the Trump administration.” Lewis says, “For all
the talk about Trump’s atypical behavior, the Obama
camp’s unfolding machinations feel almost equally
unprecedented.” But Lewis adds, “The truth is that
Barack Obama bears a lot of responsibility for
destroying what had been acceptable standards—the
destruction of which ultimately made possible Donald
Trump’s ascendancy. While Obama now poses as a defender
of decorum, tradition, and protocol, he (in a much
subtler way) flouted convention.” Matt Lewis is a
senior columnist at The Daily Beast, a CNN political
commentator, and the author of “Too Dumb to Fail: How
the GOP Betrayed the Reagan Revolution to Win Elections
(And How It Can Reclaim Its Conservative Roots).”
Contact him at MattLewis01@gmail.com; @mattklewis

6. ==> Parents Hate Daylight Saving Time

Half of all American parents say Daylight Saving Time
(DST) affects their kids and more than one-quarter
(29%) report it’s more difficult to get children to
sleep after the time change, according to a new survey
from the Better Sleep Council. Invite Mary Helen Rogers
from the BSC to discuss easy ways to prepare kids for
the time change and how to get them back into their
regular sleep pattern after Daylight Saving Time goes
into effect on Sunday, March 12th. Rogers can also help
with information on how to improve your sleep year-
round and additional tips on recovering from Daylight
Saving Time. The Better Sleep Council is the nonprofit
consumer education arm of the International Sleep
Products Association. Contact Mary Helen Rogers at
(703) 683-8371.

7. ==> It’s National Foreign Language Week

¡Hola! Ciao! It’s National Foreign Language Week and
Susanna Janssen, a retired college professor and
language expert, wants to give you lots of reasons to
celebrate and to take up a second language. For
example, did you know that being bilingual not only
provides an advantage to your brain but also to your
bank account? Oui! She’ll explain that bilinguals—even
infants exposed to a second language—show enhanced
abilities in focus and concentration, memory,
interpersonal skills and problem-solving. Studies also
show bilingualism is a buffer against Alzheimer’s
(awesome news in any language). She’ll demonstrate ways
learning a new language is easier than you would think.
Janssen is a newspaper columnist and the author of
“Wordstruck!: The Fun and Fascination of Language”.
Reach her at (707) 272-1351 or sjanssen106@gmail.com

8. ==> Military Recruiting on Campus

President Trump wants to significantly increase defense
spending and has promised to pump up the military, but
Pat Elder, director of the National Coalition to
Protect Student Privacy, says we’re witnessing the
‘grave implications’ of the ‘economic, political and
even spiritual’ influence of the military-industrial
complex. He says that extends to questionable
practices in recruiting soldiers. “It’s a coerced,
recruited Army as much as it is a volunteer Army.
American military recruiting is a despicable,
psychological pursuit that pits carefully selected and
highly trained soldiers against vulnerable children.
The American Public Health Association, (APHA) calls
for the cessation of military recruiting in the
nation’s schools, claiming recruiters engage in
aggressive behaviors to gain a child’s confidence and
trust. They say recruiters are exceptionally charming
while failing to honor clear boundaries. It is
despicable public policy, and it’s time to end it.”
Elder says recruiters troll social websites to learn
intimate details about teens and then use the
information to prepare a psychological dossier before
first contact. Pat Elder is the author of “Military
Recruiting in the United States.” Contact him at
pelder@studentprivacy.org

9. ==> Widespread Flu in 44 States

Health officials report widespread cases of the flu in
44 states across the country with New Hampshire alone
reporting 15 flu-related deaths! Experts say there’s
still time to get a flu shot, but there are plenty of
other ways to guard against getting sick. Invite Dr.
Jim Roach to share healthy strategies that can prevent
most colds and flu, and minimize symptoms and learn the
single intervention that reduced type A flu 50% in
children (it wasn’t the vaccine!) His office approach
has been so successful he no longer utilizes flu
vaccine. Jim Roach, MD, is a leading integrative
practitioner who has appeared on numerous radio and TV
programs, is a speaker, consultant, educator,
researcher, and widely sought clinician with patients
from across the country. He is also author of “God’s
House Calls” which discusses spiritual near-death
experiences of his patients and seeks to de-stigmatize
spiritual experiences. Contact Dr. Roach at (859)
846-4453 (office); jproach@aol.com

10. ==> Tax Talk: What’s Considered Income?

Tax season is here! Lisa London CPA, can help your
listeners streamline their current files and understand
everything from deductions to what is considered
income. She says, “With the influx of people in the
sharing economy, like Uber drivers, Airbnb hosts, and
EBay and Amazon sellers, more and more people need to
understand what is considered income and what are
allowable expenses.” Invite her to tell your audience
how to use their cell phones to simplify bookkeeping
and share record-keeping tips and tricks to help small
and at-home businesses. Lisa London has been featured
on numerous TV and radio shows. She is the author of
the “Accountant Beside You” series of books for small
businesses, nonprofits, and churches. Her latest book
is “Banish Your Bookkeeping Nightmares-The Go-To Guide
for the Self-Employed to Save Money, Reduce
Frustration, & Satisfy the IRS.” Contact her at (919)
770-3746; lisa@lisalondon.net

11. ==> What Makes Someone ‘Undateable’?

It could be the color of her nail polish. The way she
wears her hair. Her tattoos or the sound of her voice.
Maybe it’s the limp way he shakes your hand. His bald
spot. Or his awful taste in clothing. Most of us screen
potential dates using preconceived standards (i.e. deal
breakers). Psychiatrist Christine Adams will have your
listeners thinking about how they would answer the
question, “I would never date someone who …” before
calling them out on the snap judgments they use to
foolishly eliminate potential dates. Dr. Adams will
also share why “you should run away fast” when you
experience instant sexual attraction to someone. She
can discuss the best questions to ask on first and
second dates (and how to pay attention to what your
date isn’t asking you). And will argue that in most
cases a single date is never enough to rule someone
out. Dr. Christine Adams is coauthor of “Living On
Automatic: How Emotional Conditioning Shapes Our Lives
and Relationships.” Contact her at (502) 473-0093;
Tinabina013@gmail.com

12. ==> Do Doodlers Get Better Grades?

Getting kids to pay attention has always been a
challenge for teachers. But this is even more true
today when most students own multiple devices that
divert their attention. Teacher and illustrator Red
Rohl believes he has found the answer to engaging,
inspiring and exciting students, thereby creating a
classroom of energetic learners. Rohl will explain how
sketchnote inspired art engages students and improves
their comprehension. He says, “It works especially well
for students who are visual learners and those who
learn by hands-on activities, which typically fade
after middle school ends.” You’ll learn how this cross-
curricular approach helps students with math, social
studies, science, and writing skills. A lifelong
illustrator, Red Rohl has 20 years of experience
teaching at-risk students. He is the author of “Heavy
Sketches,” a collection of 30 years’ worth of his own
sketchnote-inspired art combined with creative
literacy. Contact him at (828) 284-1973;
redrohl9@gmail.com

13. ==> Fail Your Way to Fitness!

Just about everyone has messed up when it comes to
eating healthfully and exercising. In fact, according
to world-class athlete and chiropractor Tim Warren,
it’s perfectly normal. Warren says people inevitably
feel overwhelmed by what is going on in their lives and
screw up now and then. “The problem lies not in the
failing but in not restarting sooner. Cut down the
reboot time, do more healthy than unhealthy stuff, and
guess what? You win.” Warren, who climbed Mount Everest
at age 48 and has cared for more than 10,000 patients
in his 30-year medical career, doesn’t believe in
dieting, having iron willpower or living life in the
gym. His approach is to encourage daily mini-
improvements. Warren has been featured on dozens of
radio and television shows and in numerous print
interviews. He’s the author of “Feet, Fork and Fun,”
written after years of experiencing frustration trying
to influence patients to improve their level of
fitness, nutrition and mindfulness. Tim Warren’s first
book was “Lessons from Everest.” Contact him at (401)
374-5067; tim@drtimwarren.com

14. ==> What Next? Dealing with Uncertainty

The one thing everyone can agree on right now is that
the future is TBD…To Be Determined. The question on
everyone’s minds is “now what?” How can we best
navigate through these uncertain times? Brenda
Reynolds can share 5 tips for helping you take control
of a situation that feels out of your control. Whether
it’s the transition our nation faces, your own personal
transition or a change in your business world, she’ll
explain what you can do to find greater clarity and
confidence. Brenda Reynolds is a transitions expert,
consultant, speaker, and founder of BKR Consulting.
She’s worked with clients nationwide and in 2008
applied her expertise to her own challenges when the
economy took a nosedive and so did her life, leaving
her a divorced mom of two. She is author of the
upcoming book, “TBD—To Be Determined, how to Find
Clarity and Confidence in Uncertain Times.” Contact her
at (610) 639-5722; brenda@bkrconsult.com

15. ==> Is Texting Making Us Stupider?

Nearly everyone spends their day texting, tweeting and
emailing people, even Donald Trump, our Commander in
Tweet. While we may anticipate that sometimes we could
be making better use of our time or be better off
communicating face to face, few of us know that we
could be risking our brain health. Bob Prichard will
tell your listeners about screen apnea—a stress-induced
holding of breath that many people don’t even realize
they are doing when they text, tweet and email. He’ll
explain how to reliably tell if you have this problem
in which your brain receives less oxygen, making it
harder over time for it to function well. Prichard runs
the Somax Performance Institute where for over 40 years
he has been helping athletes improve their efficiency
and flexibility. For example, 18 Olympic athletes he
worked with have won 44 gold medals and set 11 world
records. An NBC Sports Olympics on-air analyst, he’s
written for many periodicals and his sports analysis
videos have over 5M views on YouTube. His upcoming book
is “Are You Starving Your Brain of Oxygen?” Contact him
at (415) 435-9880 (CA); bprichard@somaxsports.com

03/02/17 RTIR E-zine: Military Recruiting, Drug-Free Pain Treatments, Chronic Unemployment

March 2, 2017

01. National Security Advisor – Who is McMaster?
02. Military Recruiting on Campus
03. Trump’s New Target: Transgender Students
04. Bill Paxton, Heart Health & Surgery
05. Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss!
06. Voulez-vous Apprendre le Français?
07. Could New Treatment Help David Cassidy?
08. How Texting Makes You Dumber
09. Fail Your Way to Fitness!
10. Is Trump the Kick in the Butt We Need?
11. Drug-Free Pain Treatments that Work
12. Seniors Turn to Pot for Pain
13. Boomers Suffer Chronic Unemployment
14. Trump’s Age & Hair-Loss Drug = Dementia?
15. Capt. Dave Marciano of Nat Geo’s ‘Wicked Tuna’
=======================================

1. ==> National Security Advisor – Who is McMaster?

The Senate does not usually get a chance to vote on who
serves as the president’s national security adviser,
but it will have a rare opportunity to weigh in next
week when it considers the appointment of Lt. Gen. H.
R. McMaster. Andrew Bacevich, professor emeritus of
history and international relations at Boston
University, says,
“(McMaster) remains a professional soldier, not a
global visionary. For the past two years, McMaster has
devoted himself to contemplating about the future of
the United States Army, not the future of the
international order. On Russia, he appears to be a neo-
Cold Warrior, favoring the recommitment of U.S. ground
forces to Europe, a prospect welcomed by an army that
today finds itself searching for a raison d’être.” A
graduate of the U.S. Military Academy, he received his
PhD in American diplomatic history from Princeton
University. Before joining the faculty of Boston
University, he taught at West Point and Johns Hopkins.
His latest book is “America’s War for the Greater
Middle East: A Military History.” Contact him at
bacevich@bu.edu

2. ==> Military Recruiting on Campus

3. ==> Trump’s New Target: Transgender Students

4. ==> Bill Paxton, Heart Health & Surgery

Actor Bill Paxton opened up about a childhood bout with
rheumatic fever weeks before he died, saying the
illness left him with heart damage. The “Twister” star
died at 61 on Saturday after complications from heart
surgery. Crystal Moore, MD, PhD, FCAP, says, “Damage to
the heart can lead to heart failure, but the bottom
line is that death is a potential complication from any
medical procedure.” Dr. Moore, who specializes in
pathology, can discuss heart health and empower
listeners to make smart, informed surgery choices. Dr.
Moore serves as a staff pathologist at the Hampton
Veterans Affairs Medical Center. She also writes a blog
about health issues. Contact her at (757) 722-9961,
ext. 1689 (work); (757) 286-7116 (cell);
crystal.moore4@va.gov or crystal.moore0428@me.com

5. ==> Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss!

Today is Read Across America Day, the 20th annual
celebration of Dr. Seuss’s birthday that marks the fun
and importance of reading. In schools across the
country, volunteers read to children while wearing Dr.
Seuss hats. Mark the day and its spirit by interviewing
middle school teacher and big Dr. Seuss fan, Red Rohl.
Red will share why even adults can appreciate the late
Dr. Seuss’s books and ways his drawings influenced
Red’s own lifelong love of drawing—a talent he uses to
keep his students focused on learning amid a world of
distractions. In addition to everything Seussian, Red
can talk about a powerful technique called sketchnoting
that engages children and adults, making what they
learn more memorable. He is the author of “Heavy
Sketches,” a collection of 30 years’ worth of his own
sketchnote-inspired art combined with creative
literacy. Red appeared on WLOS-TV to discuss his new
book. Reach him at (828) 284-1973 or redrohl9@gmail.com

6. ==> Voulez-vous Apprendre le Français?

¡Hola! Ciao! National Foreign Language Week begins
March 5 and Susanna Janssen, a retired college
professor and language expert, wants to give you lots
of reasons to celebrate and to take up a second
language. For example, did you know that being
bilingual not only provides an advantage to your brain
but also to your bank account? Oui! She’ll explain that
bilinguals—even infants exposed to a second
language—show enhanced abilities in focus and
concentration, memory, interpersonal skills and
problem-solving. Studies also show bilingualism is a
buffer against Alzheimer’s (awesome news in any
language). She’ll demonstrate ways learning a new
language is easier than you would think. Janssen is a
newspaper columnist and the author of “Wordstruck!: The
Fun and Fascination of Language”. Reach her at (707)
272-1351 or sjanssen106@gmail.com

7. ==> Could New Treatment Help David Cassidy?

Saying that he “always knew it was coming,” David
Cassidy recently announced that he has dementia. In
doing so, he joins 5 million Americans living with the
memory-robbing disease known as Alzheimer’s for which
there is no cure—a number expected to reach 14 million
by 2050. But what if there is help for Cassidy and
millions of people like him, help that is available
right now that no one is telling them about? What if
there is a way to easily increase the fluid exchange
that decreases in aging brains? There is such a
treatment, says Michael Morgan, one of its pioneers.
Invite him to share strong evidence that craniosacral
therapy is effective in treating at-risk people and
those in the early- to mid-stages of dementia. He’ll
explain what craniosacral therapy is and ways it can
increase longevity. Morgan is the author of “The
BodyEnergy Longevity Prescription: How CranioSacral
Therapy Helps Prevent Alzheimer’s and Dementia While
Improving the Quality of Your Life.” Reach him at (312)
543-4719; media@bodyenergy.net

8. ==> How Texting Makes You Dumber

9. ==> Fail Your Way to Fitness!

Just about everyone has messed up when it comes to
eating healthfully and exercising. In fact, according
to world-class athlete and chiropractor Tim Warren,
it’s perfectly normal. Warren says people inevitably
feel overwhelmed by what is going on in their lives and
screw up now. “The problem lies not in the failing but
in not restarting sooner. Cut down the reboot time, do
more healthy than unhealthy stuff, and guess what? You
win.” Warren, who climbed Mount Everest at age 48 and
has cared for more than 10,000 patients in his 30-year
medical career, doesn’t believe in dieting, having iron
willpower or living life in the gym. His approach is to
encourage daily mini-improvements. Warren has been
featured on dozens of radio and television shows and in
numerous print interviews. He’s the author of “Feet,
Fork and Fun,” written after years of experiencing
frustration trying to influence patients to improve
their level of fitness, nutrition and mindfulness. Tim
Warren’s first book was “Lessons from Everest.” Contact
him at (401) 374-5067; tim@drtimwarren.com

10. ==> Is Trump the Kick in the Butt We Need?

When it comes the environment, Donald Trump seems to be
doing everything he can to return the country to its
fossil fuel-burning polluting past. But could there be
an upside to his anti-environment, anti-science cabinet
picks? Dr. Ellen Moyer, author of “Our Earth, Our
Species, Our Selves: How to Thrive While Creating a
Sustainable World,” says there is; people are getting
fired up. Moyer maintains that we can keep the economy
rolling even as we green the environment and find new
jobs for ex-coal miners. She’ll explain why this is a
lot simpler than you might think and share the two
actions that could have the most impact. She’ll also
say that while President Trump’s reckless environmental
policies have our species heading straight for the
rocks even faster than before we can change course,
more easily than we might think. Moyer is an
environmental consultant and registered professional
engineer with an MS in environmental engineering and a
Ph.D. in civil engineering. She’s a regular contributor
to The Huffington Post. Contact her at (413) 862-3452;
ellenmoyer@em-green.com

11. ==> Drug-Free Pain Treatments that Work

New pain treatment guidelines from the American College
of Physicians (ACP) recommend that low back pain be
treated with alternative therapies including massage,
acupuncture, spinal manipulation and exercise and only
if these treatments fail should drug treatment be
considered, preferably with nonsteroidal anti-
inflammatory drugs. Chronic pain expert Cindy Perlin
says the recommendations are long overdue but… “These
new guidelines won’t help most pain patients because
health insurers refuse to pay for the recommended
treatments and few patients can afford to pay for them
out of pocket. Perlin is the author of “The Truth
about Chronic Pain Treatments: The Best and Worst
Strategies for Becoming Pain Free.” She is a licensed
clinical social worker, certified biofeedback
practitioner and chronic pain survivor and has been a
guest on multiple TV and radio networks including PBS,
SiriusXM, and RadioMD. Contact Cindy Perlin at (518)
439-6431; cperlin@nycap.rr.com

12. ==> Seniors Turn to Pot for Pain

From retirement communities to nursing homes, older
Americans are increasingly turning to marijuana for
relief from aches and pains. Many have embraced it as
an alternative to powerful drugs like morphine, saying
that marijuana is less addictive, with fewer side
effects. Invite Frank Shamrock, co-host of The Bake
Out, a new, weekly online TV talk show about today’s
controversial world of cannabis, to talk about the
issue. He’ll discuss why older Americans are turning to
marijuana for pain relief, whether pot use can lead to
harder drugs as well as the future of marijuana
legalization in America. Popularly known worldwide as
the first UFC Middleweight Champion and the first
champion to retire with his belt, Shamrock provides
broadcast color-commentary on MMA. He also runs
Shamrock Way, a non-profit organization that serves at-
risk youth. Contact Erin Dean at (661) 255-8283;
erin@steveallenmedia.com

13. ==> Boomers Suffer Chronic Unemployment

There may be low unemployment today, but you wouldn’t
know it by boomer standards. Many business
professionals over 50 still struggle with long-term
unemployment, under-employment, lower pay and
traditional job search techniques that produce nothing.
Good reasons why more boomers are turning to the gig
economy, notes Spunk Burke, author of “The GIG
Solution,” which drops next month. Spunk will explain
how boomers are learning to target prospects whose
problems they could solve as a contractor or on a
project basis. He’s a staffing veteran who provides
coaching to help boomers build rewarding gig practices.
He also helps companies link to contractors who can
address their immediate needs. Spunk can be reached at
(978) 801-9010 or spunk@thegigsolution.com

14. ==> Trump’s Age & Hair-Loss Drug = Dementia?

15. ==> Capt. Dave Marciano of Nat Geo’s ‘Wicked Tuna’

The new season of Wicked Tuna premieres Sunday, March
12th on the National Geographic Channel. The show is
set in Gloucester, Mass at the start of the North
Atlantic Bluefin tuna season. Invite Captain Dave
Marciano to take you behind-the-scenes of the show and
talk about a fisherman’s life on – and out of – the
water. A life-long fisherman, he’s been on the water
since he was 11 years old and worked in Key West and
Gloucester before buying his own boat, Hard
Merchandise. Marciano also holds the distinction of
having survived a 2003 shipwreck when his ship was18
miles offshore and struggling to get back with
thousands of pounds of fish and a plank in the hull
gave way. “We sank in 33 minutes,” Marciano recalls
matter-of-factly. Captain Dave Marciano will be in NYC
on March 10 and available for interviews. Contact
Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 646-5137;
johanna@jrbcomm.com

02/28/17 RTIR E-zine: Trumpcare, Free College, Hidden Figures

February 28, 2017

01. The Truth about Russia’s Hacking
02. Senators to Ukrainian Troops – Break Cease Fire
03. Oscar Flub brings Out the Real Winners
04. From People Mag – Modern Day ‘Hidden Figure’
05. Celebrate the 20th Read Across America Day
06. Top IRS Red Flags for 2017
07. What’s Next for NAFTA?
08. Will Sessions End Medical Marijuana?
09. Reduce Climate Change Despite Washington Policy
10. ObamaCare vs. TrumpCare
11. Still Not Adjusting to a Trump Presidency?
12. Say No and Stop Getting Sick!
13. What’s this about Free College?
14. Talk to Your Kids about Prejudice – Here’s How
15. Bummer: Millennial Women Really Depressed
=======================================

1. ==> The Truth about Russia’s Hacking

Stephen Cohen says there’s little evidence to support
the claim that Russian intelligence officials ran a
covert operation that hacked into and leaked emails
from the Democratic National Committee, with the
purpose of hurting Hillary Clinton. Cohen, an expert in
Russian history and politics says, “The bipartisan,
nearly full-political-spectrum tsunami of factually
unverified allegations that President Trump has been
seditiously ‘compromised’ by the Kremlin, with scarcely
any nonpartisan pushback from influential political or
media sources, is deeply alarming.” He says, “The crux
of the allegations against Trump was, and remains, that
Putin ordered the hacking to put Trump in the White
House. A summary of these ‘facts’ was presented in a
declassified report released by the ‘intelligence
community’ and widely discussed in January. Though it
quickly became axiomatic proof for Trump’s political
and media enemies, almost nothing in the report is
persuasive.” Cohen is professor emeritus of Russian
studies, history, and politics at New York University
and Princeton University. His most recent book is
“Soviet Fates and Lost Alternatives: From Stalinism to
the New Cold War.”

2. ==> Senators to Ukrainian Troops – Break Cease Fire

There’s been an? uptick in fighting in eastern Ukraine
in recent weeks, caused by what many have described as
a ‘creeping offensive’ by Kiev to take and hold rebel-
held territory along the cease-fire line. James Carden
says the offensive came almost immediately following a
trip to the war’s front lines by none other than
Senators John McCain and Lindsey Graham. “In the
presence of Ukrainian president Petro Poroshenko,
Graham told a brigade of Ukrainian soldiers: ‘Your
fight is our fight… 2017 will be the year of offense.’
For his part, McCain told the troops, ‘I believe you
will win. I am convinced you will win and we will do
everything we can to provide you with what you need to
win.’ One could be forgiven for wondering if there is
any precedent for such an incitement to violence by two
sitting U.S. senators?” James Carden is executive
editor of the American Committee for East-West Accord.
His articles and essays have also appeared in The
American Conservative and The National Interest.
Contact him at editor@eastwestaccord.com

3. ==> Oscar Flub brings Out the Real Winners

Moonlight – not, as it turned out, La La Land – won
best picture at the Academy Awards in a historic Oscar
upset and an unprecedented fiasco that saw one winner
swapped for another while the La La Land producers were
in mid-speech. Poppy Spencer says the whole thing was
surreal and uncomfortable, but the most refreshing
aspect was how well everyone reacted in the awkward
moment. “The real Oscar goes to Jimmy Kimmel who fell
on his sword to take the fall for an event with which
he had no culpability. In a culture that is quick to
point fingers, we found it refreshing that Kimmel took
blame out of the equation, so people could move on to
more productive behavior.” Poppy and her husband,
Geoff, are relational experts and licensed, specialty-
certified New Life Story Wellness coaches. The couple’s
book, “1 Billion Seconds,” is based on years of
research on hundreds of people and offers a formula for
a flourishing relationship by developing exceptional
communication. Contact them at (941) 586-2911;
poppyandgeoff@relationalexperts.com

4. ==> From People Mag – Modern Day ‘Hidden Figure’

5. ==> Celebrate the 20th Read Across America Day

March 2nd is Read Across America Day, the 20th annual
celebration that marks the fun and importance of
reading. In schools across the country, volunteers read
to children while wearing Dr. Seuss hats. Mark the day
and its spirit by interviewing middle school teacher
and big Dr. Seuss fan, Red Rohl. Red will share why
even adults can appreciate the late Dr. Seuss’s books
and ways his drawings influenced Red’s own lifelong
love of drawing—a talent he uses to keep his students
focused on learning amid a world of distractions. In
addition to everything Seussian, Red can talk about a
powerful technique called sketchnoting that engages
children and adults, making what they learn more
memorable. He is the author of “Heavy Sketches,” a
collection of 30 years’ worth of his own sketchnote-
inspired art combined with creative literacy. Red
appeared on WLOS-TV to discuss his new book. Reach him
at (828) 284-1973 or redrohl9@gmail.com

6. ==> Top IRS Red Flags for 2017

It’s almost March, and time to start thinking about
taxes. This year the IRS is back in full force,
looking for scams and tax cheats. Of course, that’s not
you, (or your listeners), but what will the IRS be
looking for this year? Join tax pro Abby Eisenkraft in
a fun discussion about the latest targets for the IRS.
The author of “101 Ways to Stay Off the IRS Radar,”
Abby will help your audience steer clear of IRS
problems. She can also enlighten your audience on IRS
scams so new you’ve never heard of them and how to stay
safe. Frequently quoted by the press, Abby is one of
the leading experts on IRS problems and how to avoid
them. Contact her at (347) 598-0111;
abby@RealLifeTaxAdvice.com

7. ==> What’s Next for NAFTA?

We live in interesting times, as disruption is the new
normal for most businesses —from Brexit to President
Trump’s challenging the value of free trade, including
revisiting NAFTA. Will leaving or changing NAFTA really
help bring manufacturing jobs back to America? While
this sounds logical, international trade is more
complex than most people realize. Customers expect low
prices and want a huge range of products to choose
from. Can we redesign the principles of free trade and
still keep customers happy? Robert Martichenko brings a
valuable perspective as a Canadian American business
owner and leading expert on supply chain management. He
can discuss the big questions surrounding the current
discussions on trade agreements and why global supply
chains may be here to stay. Martichenko is CEO and
founder of LeanCor Supply Chain Group, an award-winning
business author, novelist and international speaker.
Contact Marcia Jones at (859) 308-8689;
mjones@leancor.com

8. ==> Will Sessions End Medical Marijuana?

9. ==> Reduce Climate Change Despite Washington Policy

The Senate resumes work on confirming President Trump’s
Cabinet nominees this week, including two in the energy
and environment sphere. Both men profess to believe in
climate change, but think there’s room for debate over
the impact of humans. Meantime, Trump’s new budget
reportedly calls for a 24-percent cut in EPA spending
and people who care about the environment are rightly
worried about the future. Ellen Moyer, Ph.D., a 30-year
career environmental consultant, wants Americans to
understand that the choices they make and how and where
they spend their money can have a tremendous impact on
the world around them. Moyer will also discuss how to
reduce the impact your family makes on climate change
with the foods you buy and the way you heat and cool
your home. Dr. Ellen Moyer is a registered professional
engineer with 30 years of environmental consulting
experience. She’s a regular contributor to The
Huffington Post and has presented more than 100
seminars in North America and Europe. Her new book is
“Our Earth, Our Species, Our Selves: How to Thrive
While Creating a Sustainable World.” Contact her at
(413) 862-3452; ellenmoyer@em-green.com

10. ==> ObamaCare vs. TrumpCare

President Barack Obama tried to unify the country’s
health care under one roof, yet by many accounts, he
failed to properly organize and successfully
orchestrate the Affordable Health Care plan. Invite
senior health advisor Janet Rich Pittman to discuss
what we can expect under President Trump. With a
billionaire business owner/entrepreneur now tackling
our nation’s health problems, what changes are in the
wind? How will Trump’s proposed changes affect not only
the health of Medicare beneficiaries and health for
seniors but health for all Americans?” Pittman will
talk about the benefits seniors gained through the ACA
(Obama Care), and discuss some of the Trump
Administration’s proposed plans and what the changes
would mean for seniors. A past political marketer and
activist, Janet is now known as The Brain Nerd,
specifically a Dementia Prevention Specialist. She’s
author of the soon-to-be released “It’s There: 5 Simple
Ways to Find Your Memory and Prevent It from Leaving.”
Contact her (251) 648.0325; Janet @TheBrainNerd.com.

11. ==> Still Not Adjusting to a Trump Presidency?

Many Americans are deeply depressed and worried about
the country’s future. Though understandable, Devadas
Chelvam says the depression and worry makes the
situation even worse. Chelvam says people need to
choose to be happy—right now! “Find a way to love Trump
and the members of his administration unconditionally,
to visualize Americans being reconciled and the country
as peaceful and prosperous.” He says, “Depression and
worry are energy spent to create exactly what is
feared. And that is a rather risky attitude to adopt at
this juncture.” Born in Sri Lanka, Devadas Chelvam
spent nine years as a priest before embarking on a 20-
year career in child protective services in New York
City. He has master’s degrees in theology and sociology
and conducts workshops on the healing power of love.
His latest book is “From Fear to Limitless Love: Your
Path to Finding Self-Worth, Harmony and Bliss.” Contact
him at (610) 882-1032; dc@limitlesslove.net

12. ==> Say No and Stop Getting Sick!

13. ==> What’s this about Free College?

There has recently been a lot of buzz about NY Governor
Andrew Cuomo’s free college proposal, but who will
actually benefit? Adrian Ridner, CEO and Co-founder of
Study.com says the idea of providing free college is a
noble one, but to realistically make it happen, we need
to make college less expensive and make the experience
more flexible for students, particularly those who are
juggling school, work and family. Invite Ridner to
discuss how alternative credit can be used to cut the
cost of a degree in half, and in some cases get the
total cost of a Bachelor’s degree under $10k. He can
also talk about a unique free college model being used
in Mountain View, CA that leverages a combination of
discounted course and tuition fees, low-cost
transferable credit, local workforce development funds
and corporate sponsorships, to make college free for
any resident. Fed up with the high cost of education,
Adrian started Study.com in 2002 with the mission of
making education accessible. Today the company helps
over 25 million students a month, from middle school
through college, with short video-based online courses.
Contact Jennifer McHam at (650) 288-2381;
study.press@study.com

14. ==> Talk to Your Kids about Prejudice – Here’s How

Recent events have left many Americans frightened,
angry, and divided. In this day and age, it’s
impossible to shelter our children from the constant
influx of information from the media. Influences from
television, magazines, newspapers, social media and the
internet are so ubiquitous, even the most vigilant
parent may not be able to completely shield their child
from disturbing, adult-appropriate news. So how do
parents talk to their kids about the frightening,
violent, and prejudiced acts flooding our media?
Parenting expert Thomas Gagliano can discuss how to
talk to your kids about the violence and prejudice in
the media and what an age-appropriate discussion should
include. Tom will also touch on whether we should – and
can – limit a child’s exposure to the Internet and
media, and share ways to ensure your children feel safe
and not overly fearful. Tom Gagliano, MSW, is a mentor,
speaker and author. Contact him at (732) 266-4952;
gags17285@aol.com

15. ==> Bummer: Millennial Women Really Depressed

Millennials report higher rates of depression than any
other generation and are now the biggest sector of the
workforce, creating new challenges in work culture and
mental health treatment. A growing body of research
suggests that young workers are increasingly adding
mental health days to their personal days, and young
women are particularly at risk. Frieda Birnbaum, Ph.D.,
says a generation of depressed teen girls are now young
women in the workplace, and that makes mental health
issues work issues. Dr. Birnbaum will discuss the role
of social media and overstimulation in Millennials’
problem adapting to a structured 9-to-5 workday and
offer suggestions for young adults experiencing
depression or anxiety at work. Dr. Frieda Birnbaum is a
research psychologist, psychoanalyst and author of ”
Life Begins at 60: A New View on Motherhood, Marriage,
and Reinventing Ourselves.” She’s an expert on
depression and women’s issues. Contact Ryan McCormick
at (516) 901-1103; (919) 377-1200 or
ryan@goldmanmccormick.com

02/23/17 RTIR E-zine: Transgender Students, Classic Movies, Non- Drug Pain treatment

February 23, 2017

01. Trump’s New Target: Transgender Students
02. A War on Leaks Might Bring More Chaos
03. Trump’s Trip to the Museum
04. Oscar Time! Talk Classic Movies
05. Kids Need Music – Teach Music America Week
06. David Cassidy and Dementia
07. Black History Month: Creating a Color-Blind Society
08. Is Trump the Kick in the Butt We Need?
09. How to Survive the Trump Presidency
10. Art Class on the Chopping Block?
11. Dumb – No Insurance for Non-Drug Pain Treatment
12. More Seniors Turn to Pot for Pain
13. Prepare Kids for Test-Taking
14. Say No to Chronic Boomer Unemployment
15. Former Vogue Editor on Life and Make-Believe
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1. ==> Trump’s New Target: Transgender Students

2. ==> A War on Leaks Might Bring More Chaos

The issue of leaks to the press has caused a public
stir once again, yet the history, the law and the
practical enforcement all seem puzzling. Experts say
leaks serve the purpose of the federal government more
often than not. Tyler Cowen, an author and professor of
an economics at George Mason University, says Trump’s
anti-leak polemics signify a few things, all consistent
with the broader thrust of his presidency. “His anti-
leaks campaign is a further symbol that direct
rhetoric, including on Twitter, will be a major
management tool, for better or worse. It also signals
that the administration is uninterested in generating a
positive flow of information through the usual
mainstream media sources.” He says, “A chaotic leaks
policy could mean the American government either a)
loses credibility altogether, or b) has to resort to
direct action, such as foreign policy interventions, to
maintain its credibility. Both of those outcomes are
worrisome.” Tyler Cowen is a Bloomberg View columnist
and the author of several books including “Average Is
Over: Powering America Beyond the Age of the Great
Stagnation.” Contact him at tcowen2@bloomberg.net;
tcowen@gmu.edu or (703) 993-2312

3. ==> Trump’s Trip to the Museum

Kevin Alexander Gray, a civil rights activist and
author, says Donald Trump, Tim Scott, Ben Carson,
Omarosa Manigault and Alveda King visiting the
Smithsonian National Museum of African American History
and Culture on the anniversary of the assassination of
Malcolm X devolved into what any Trump event devolves
into: Trump’s narcissism and self-absorption on
display. He says, “The company Trump kept on this
particular photo-op reminds us of perhaps Malcolm’s
most famous speech ‘The House Negro and The Field
Negro.’ On one hand it’s good to see Trump make an
attempt to reach out to blacks in his own clumsy way
but on the other hand his bone deep stereotypical view
of black people, even in his personal relations with
those he considers friends or allies, left him once
again with his foot in his mouth.” Gray’s books include
“Killing Trayvons: An Anthology of American Violence”
and “The Decline of Black Politics: From Malcolm X to
Barack Obama.” He just completed a cross-country trip
talking to Trump supporters and will be writing about
that in The Progressive. Contact Gray at
kevinagray57@gmail.com; @kevinagray

4. ==> Oscar Time! Talk Classic Movies

With the Academy Awards Sunday night, now is a great
time to talk about classic Hollywood movies with former
insider Lenay (Marie) Rogus. She can share stories
about Cary Grant, Mae West, Raquel Welch, Robert De
Niro, Sylvester Stallone and more as well as what it
was like to work at Universal and Twentieth Century Fox
during the heyday of motion pictures. Ever wonder what
happens to a film in post-production? She can talk
about that too. Hollywood stories are featured in her
upcoming memoir, “Grief Comfort Guide: A Personal
Journey from Loss to Light,” which also details her
experience of losing seven loved ones. Contact her at
(858) 349-4917; rogus3@att.net

5. ==> Kids Need Music – Teach Music America Week

In an era when schools are forced to cut budgets, it’s
often non-essential programs like music that gets the
axe. A study compiled by the NAMM foundation found that
kids who play instruments get better grades, have
higher IQs and lower their chances of drug and alcohol
abuse later in life. Vincent James is on a mission to
promote how valuable and important music is in all of
our lives: academically, therapeutically or just
overall making us a happier society. Invite him to talk
about Teach Music America Week when over 500 music
schools from 47 states will offer complimentary music
lessons to new students. Teach Music America Week is
celebrated during the third week of March and was
founded by the Keep Music Alive organization as a way
to inspire musicians and music schools across the
country to offer one free 30-minute lesson to new
students. Vincent James is the founder of
KeepMusicAlive.org, KidsMusicDay.org, Teach Music
America week and author of the book “88+ Ways Music Can
Change Your Life”. Contact him at (610) 812-5231 (PA);
vincent@KeepMusicAlive.org

6. ==> David Cassidy and Dementia

Actor and singer David Cassidy recently revealed he has
dementia, but what exactly does this term mean?
Cassidy, who is 66, told People magazine on Monday that
he has dementia, and will stop touring as a musician
because of his diagnosis. The actor also said that both
his mother and grandfather suffered from dementia.
Invite senior health adviser Janet Rich Pittman to
discuss dementia, which is not a specific disease, but
rather a group of symptoms resulting from changes in
the brain that affect people’s ability to carry out
everyday activities. She’ll discuss how to prevent
dementia, the role genes play, and how to beat your
odds regardless of family history. She’ll also share
ways to fight the disease once diagnosed.
A former political operative and activist, Janet is now
known as The Brain Nerd, specifically a Dementia
Prevention Specialist, based on her years of experience
as a Dementia Practitioner and Dementia Administrator.
Janet is author of the upcoming book “It’s There: 5
Simple Ways to Find Your Memory and Prevent It from
Leaving.” Contact her (251) 648.0325; Janet
@TheBrainNerd.com

7. ==> Black History Month: Creating a Color-Blind
Society

The issue of skin color has plagued society for
centuries. Nowadays, it is undeniable that the same
issue persists. Invite Lupita Samuels to break the
barriers between skin colors and explain how to move
forward from this negative mind-set. Samuels will put
into perspective the misconceptions about skin color.
Using metaphors and comparison, Samuels will explain
how skin color does not dictate a person’s worth.
She’ll include several reflective exercises to help
guide listeners toward a peaceful resolution of their
issues and struggles on the matter. Lupita Samuels was
born in Costa Rica. She worked as an educator in the
New York City public school system for over twenty
years. She’s the author of the Color Blind book series
which includes her latest release, “Think Folks Are
“Too Dark?” Think Again!” Contact her at (718)
654-7010; lusamuels@hotmail.com

8. ==> Is Trump the Kick in the Butt We Need?

Every minute of every day there are a barrage of
tweets, posts, articles and conversations about the
latest actions and musings of President Trump. How can
you stop yourself from feeling helpless and being
caught up in a tailspin of anxiety, worry, fear, and
anger (and having your health depleted in the process)?
“While there are many things happening in the world
today that are beyond your control to change,” says
Joan Posivy, “there are several clear and simple
strategies you can use to safeguard your mental and
physical health and well-being during this time of
uncertainty and turmoil.” Have Joan uplift and inspire
your audience with her “Top 5 Tips for Surviving (and
maybe even Thriving!) the Trump Presidency.” Joan
Posivy is an international speaker and bestselling
author of “The Way Success Works: How to Decide,
Believe, and Begin to Live Your Best Life.” As an
expert in mind power and human potential, Joan guides
today’s young adults in understanding the connection
between one’s thoughts and their results in life.
Contact Joan at (250) 551-5626;
joan@globalyouthproject.org

10. ==> Art Class on the Chopping Block?

11. ==> Dumb – No Insurance for Non-Drug Pain Treatment

12. ==> More Seniors Turn to Pot for Pain

13. ==> Prepare Kids for Test-Taking

Whether your child is taking the Common Core State
exams or other state testing, the heat is on in the
classroom and everyone involved is totally stressed out
and frazzled. Invite Heather Arabadjis to share ways
to beat this year’s testing season with inside tips and
concrete strategies everyone needs to know. She’ll also
help with ways to make sure your kid doesn’t become a
victim of testing anxiety, and a growing culture of
students who are failing at a young age. Heather
Arabadjis has 14 years of experience in the education
industry and is the author of the children’s series
Monster Mas. Contact her at (718) 510-3736;
MonsterMasmedia@gmail.com

14. ==> Say No to Chronic Boomer Unemployment

There may be high employment today, but you wouldn’t
know it by boomer standards. Many business
professionals over 50 still struggle with long-term
unemployment, under-employment, lower pay and
traditional job search techniques that produce nothing.
Good reasons why more boomers are turning to the gig
economy, notes Spunk Burke, author of “The GIG
Solution,” which drops next month. Spunk will explain
how boomers are learning to target prospects whose
problems they could solve as a contractor or on a
project basis. He’s a staffing veteran who provides
coaching to help boomers build rewarding gig practices.
He also helps companies link to contractors who can
address their immediate needs. Spunk can be reached at
(978) 801-9010 or spunk@thegigsolution.com

15. ==> Former Vogue Editor on Life and Make-Believe

Joan Juliet Buck was the first—and only—American woman
to fill the coveted position of Editor-in-Chief of
Paris Vogue, and she quickly became a force in the cult
of fashion and beauty. Buck, the only child of film
producer Jules Buck, was born into a world of make-
believe. Her childhood was a whirlwind of famous
faces: John Huston, Peter O’Toole, Lauren Bacall,
Federico Fellini, Angelica Huston, and many more; ever-
changing home addresses: London, Paris, Cannes, Los
Angeles. In her new memoir, “The Price of Illusion,”
she says the cues she gleaned early in life from her
family were about how things looked and where they came
from. When her fantasy life at Vogue came to an end,
she had to find out who she was after all those years
of make-believe. Invite Buck to discuss the journey of
discovering the difference between glitter and gold,
fantasy and reality, and what merely looks like
happiness from the thing itself. Contact Johanna Ramos-
Boyer at (703) 646-5137; johanna@jrbcomm.com

02/16/17 RTIR E-zine: IRS Red Flags, President’s Day, Journalism and Politics

February 16, 2017

FR: Lauren Healy and Chris Morabito, Editors, Radio-TV
Interview Report Newsletter
01. ‘Impeach Trump’ Movement Grows
02. Did ‘Intelligence Community’ Take out Flynn?
03. He Discovered the Lost City of the Monkey God
04. Bummer: Millennial Women Really Depressed
05. Beyond Valentine’s Day – Heart Health
06. Presidents’ Day – Their Legacies and Yours
07. Journalism and Politics
08. What’s Next for NAFTA?
09. Will Sessions End Medical Marijuana?
10. ObamaCare vs. TrumpCare
11. Could You Pass a Black History Quiz?
12. Top IRS Red Flags for 2017
13. The Best Way to Prepare Kids for Test-Taking
14. How’s Your Inner-Selfie?
15. Make America Peaceful Again: Yoga
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1. ==> ‘Impeach Trump’ Movement Grows

Less than a month since President Donald Trump took
office, several groups have organized and are launching
ImpeachDonaldTrumpNow.org. Today they presented a
petition with more than 850,000 signers to Congress
calling on the House of Representatives to initiate an
impeachment investigation into President Trump’s
business dealings, including violations of the U.S.
Constitution’s foreign emoluments and domestic
emoluments clauses and other federal law. George
Washington University law professor Catherine Ross
says, “President Trump has challenged the rule of law
by saying laws about ethics and corruption don’t apply
to him — but he can’t say that about the domestic
emoluments clause because its language is clear. It
applies only to the President.” She adds, “The bar
against domestic emoluments is mandatory — Congress
cannot waive it. Impeachment is not to be undertaken
lightly, but it is the remedy the Constitution
provides.” Ross is author of “Lessons in Censorship:
How Schools and Courts Subvert Students’ First
Amendment Rights.” Contact her at cross@law.gwu.edu;
@catherinejross

2. ==> Did ‘Intelligence Community’ Take out Flynn?

Michael Flynn, the national security adviser, resigned
Monday night after it was revealed that he’d misled
Vice President Mike Pence and other top White House
officials about his conversations with the Russian
ambassador to the United States. Journalist Gareth
Porter says there’s more to the story. “Flynn is a
figure with a dark side, but hype regarding an
‘illegal’ meeting with Russian ambassador never made
sense. I’m glad he’s gone, but the leaks hinting Logan
Act treason should be recognized as ‘intelligence
community’ political manipulation.” Porter is an
investigative journalist and the author of
“Manufactured Crisis: The Untold Story of the Iran
Nuclear Scare.” His most recent piece is “Ignore the
tough talk – Trump’s Iran policy will be much like
Obama’s.” Contact him at porter.gareth50@gmail.com,
@GarethPorter

3. ==> He Discovered the Lost City of the Monkey God

Since the days of conquistador Hernan Cortes, rumors
have circulated about an ancient White City of immense
wealth hidden in the Honduran interior. Indigenous
tribes spoke of ancestors who had fled there to escape
the Spanish, warning that anyone who disturbs this
sacred city will fall ill and die. Meet Douglas Preston
– writer and 2015 expedition member of the team that
discovered the Lost City of the Monkey God in the
Mosquitia jungle. You’ll hear all about the incredible
discovery and the life-threatening events that
followed. Most of the expedition succumbed to “the
curse of the Monkey God,” falling ill in a virulent
outbreak of Mucocutaneous Leishmaniasis or ‘white
leprosy,’ the world’s second-deadliest parasite after
Malaria. Preston is the author of “The Lost City of the
Monkey God: A True Story.” Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer
at (703) 646-5137; johanna@jrbcomm.com

4. ==> Bummer: Millennial Women Really Depressed

5. ==> Beyond Valentine’s Day – Heart Health

Before you take down the Valentine’s Day decorations,
let’s remember that February is also American Heart
Month. Cardiovascular disease and stroke are the two
top causes of death worldwide. Invite University of
Chicago cardiologist Amit Patel, M.D. to discuss why
heart failure rates are increasing in the United
States, and why cardiovascular disease remains the
leading cause of death, even though the mortality rate
from cardiovascular disease is falling. Dr. Patel will
share the latest technologies to treat heart disease
and failure, including cutting-edge, non-invasive
imagery that plays a key role in diagnosis without
exposing patients to radiation. Dr. Amit Patel is
associate professor of Medicine and Radiology at the
University of Chicago and a member of the Society of
Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance. Contact Beth Drost
at (215) 884-6488;

6. ==> Presidents’ Day – Their Legacies and Yours

President Obama has left the White House and numerous
articles have been written speculating on what his
legacy will be. While it is too soon to know how
history will judge Obama’s eight years in office or
what he will do in the coming years, millions of
Americans are watching his transition to ordinary
citizen with great interest. As President’s Day
approaches, Obama’s story is sparking discussions about
what it means to make a difference and leave a legacy.
So says Robb Lucy, known as The Legacy Coach, the
author of the new book, “How Will You Be Remembered? A
Guide to Creating and Enjoying Your Legacies Now.” Lucy
learned throughout his career that “the happiest, most
fulfilled people are those who use their ‘signature
strengths’ to create legacies that connect them to
others, positively affect lives now… and will
continue to do that when they’re gone.” He’ll discuss
what it means to live your legacy and why you don’t
have to be famous to leave a legacy. An experienced
storyteller, Robb Lucy is a retired journalist, writer,
and producer. Contact him at (604) 874-7700;
rlucy@createmylegacy.com
7. ==> Journalism and Politics

Donald Trump is now the 45th President of the United
States—with a unified government under GOP control. The
‘Free Press’ is now the only check on the unbridled
power of the Trump Administration. Invite Michael
McCray, a public interest advocate and expert on
whistleblowing, to discuss the importance of
journalism, whistleblowers and the role of the First
Amendment. McCray was personally bullied, intimidated
and retaliated against after he reported improprieties
at his federal job before being forced out. He says
America needs principled individuals now more than
ever. Contact him at (870) 543-0024;
mccray.michael@gmail.com.

8. ==> What’s Next for NAFTA?

9. ==> Will Sessions End Medical Marijuana?

On the campaign trail, Donald Trump said his
administration would “do” medical marijuana and let
states decide about legalization for themselves. But
newly confirmed US Attorney General Jeff Sessions has
made it clear he opposes marijuana legalization. “Good
people don’t smoke marijuana,” he’s on record saying.
So many are now wondering what Sessions will do about
marijuana policy and whether he’ll enforce federal
marijuana laws. Chronic pain expert Cindy Perlin says
many will suffer without access. “Twenty-nine states
and the District of Columbia now have medical marijuana
access and millions of chronically ill patients are
getting relief for the first time from this miracle
plant.” Perlin will discuss how medical marijuana works
and what type of conditions it treats, as well as the
current political climate and what can be done to
protect and increase access. Perlin is a licensed
social worker, certified biofeedback practitioner and
chronic pain survivor who has appeared on numerous
radio and TV programs. She’s the author of “The Truth
About Chronic Pain Treatments: The Best and Worst
Strategies for Becoming Pain Free.” Contact her at
(518) 439-6431; cperlin@nycap.rr.com

10. ==> ObamaCare vs. TrumpCare

11. ==> Could You Pass a Black History Quiz?

How much do your listeners know about the
accomplishments of African Americans? Put them to the
test for Black History Month with the help of author
Tami Gilbert. Everyone is sure to learn something in
this inspiring show. For example, can you name
America’s first black billionaire (hint he was the
first black man to head an NYSE-listed company)? Who
was the first black playwright with a play on Broadway?
What was the name of America’s first black secretary of
state? What was Malcolm X’s real name? How old was
Martin Luther King Jr. when he entered college? Gilbert
is drawn to people who have persevered to achieve great
things as she has done. She was abandoned by her father
at age eight and lived for a time in a relative’s dank
basement. Despite her disadvantages, Gilbert worked
three jobs at the same time to put herself through
college, earning a master’s degree in nursing and an
MBA. Her book is “Courage to Persevere: A Compelling
Story of Struggle, Survival and Triumph.” Contact her
at (312) 218-1744; info@tamigilbert.com
12. ==> Top IRS Red Flags for 2017

It’s already February, and time to start thinking about
taxes. This year the IRS is back in full force,
looking for scams and tax cheats. Of course, that’s not
you, (or your listeners), but what will the IRS be
looking for this year? Join tax pro Abby Eisenkraft in
a fun discussion about the latest targets for the IRS.
The author of “101 Ways to Stay Off the IRS Radar,”
Abby will help your audience steer clear of IRS
problems. She can also enlighten your audience on IRS
scams so new you’ve never heard of them and how to stay
safe. Frequently quoted by the press, Abby is one of
the leading experts on IRS problems and how to avoid
them. Contact her at (347) 598-0111;
abby@RealLifeTaxAdvice.com

13. ==> The Best Way to Prepare Kids for Test-Taking

14. ==> How’s Your Inner-Selfie?

Social media is full of selfies taken by everyone from
the president to the pope and ordinary people. We love
them because they are fun, quick and attention-getting.
They are also superficial. Married duo Roe and Don
Polcyznski Jr. want to tell your listeners about a
deeper form of selfie they call an inner-selfie.
They’ll explain what it is (briefly, a way of looking
at your life that lets you grasp your true potential
and ultimately create your ideal future). The authors
of “Changing Your Equation” say most of us have never
taken a good look at our personalities, natural
tendencies, talents and interests and therefore don’t
know ourselves as well as we think. Reach Roe and Don
at (315) 368-8661; RoeandDon@ChangingYourEquation.com

15. ==> Make America Peaceful Again: Yoga

Is your audience suffering from political overload and
the winter blahs? Teresa Power, a leading yoga expert,
will share quick and easy yoga and meditation tips to
help your listeners reduce stress and maximize hope.
Power will discuss real-world ways families can find
inner peace in this time of outer turmoil, from doing a
few simple yoga poses to limiting time on social media
and trying a meditation app. Power is an
internationally recognized yoga expert and bestselling
author of the award-winning book series, The ABCs of
Yoga for Kids. With over 30 years of yoga experience,
she ignites a passion for health and fitness through
yoga in both adults and children. She is also the
founder of International Kids’ Yoga Day whose mission
is to raise awareness about the benefits of yoga for
children around the world. Contact her at (310)
266-7705; teresa@abcyogaforkids.com

02/14/17 RTIR E-zine: Health Coverage, Jeff Sessions, Transgender Scouts

February 14, 2017

01. Tom Price and Your Health Coverage
02. What’s Next for NAFTA?
03. Will Jeff Sessions End Medical Marijuana?
04. How Psychometrics and Facebook Helped Trump Win
05. Time to Toss Your Toxic Valentine
06. Poopsie, Schmoopie: What Do You Call Your Lover?
07. Sexologist: Valentine’s Day Performance Anxiety
08. Amazon Kid Hit ‘Annedroid’ Creator
09. Presidents’ Day – Obama’s Legacy and Yours
10. Black History Month: Will the World Ever Be Color Blind?
11. Transgender Scouts: Victory or Mistake?
12. Pence Assembling Dream Team of Christian Right
13. Is Bad Parenting to Blame for Protests?
14. Why Winter Is the Best Time to Find Your Purpose
15. Go Ahead, take a Trip!
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1. ==> Tom Price and Your Health Coverage

According to this week’s Monmouth University poll,
Americans’ biggest concern today is with their mounting
health care costs, more so than their job security,
taxes or other household bills. Dr. Carol Paris,
president of Physicians for a National Health Program,
says with Tom Price at the helm of HHS, that concern is
only going to escalate. “Price’s vision for reforming
U.S. health care would result in millions of Americans
losing existing health insurance coverage, and millions
more having to make do with bare-bones policies that
offer little to no meaningful protection.” She adds,
“If Price’s policies come to pass, the free-market
ideologues who supported them will no longer be able to
hide behind false promises like ‘universal access.’ The
results will be laid bare for everyone to see, and
elected officials will have to answer to the poor,
working-class, elderly, and chronically ill Americans
who will suffer needlessly as a result. Studies show
that about 43,000 people will die each year if such
policies are implemented.” Contact Mark Almberg at
mark@pnhp.org, @pnhp

2. ==> What’s Next for NAFTA?

3. ==> Will Jeff Sessions End Medical Marijuana?

4. ==> How Psychometrics and Facebook Helped Trump Win

For a fascinating show, invite Peter Cohan to discuss
the weapon Donald Trump used to win the White House.
“It’s a psychometric model dubbed OCEAN, populated with
data from peoples’ Facebook pages, that was used to
target advertising with amazing vote-swaying power.”
He’ll share the story behind OCEAN, what the acronym
stands for, and how the Trump campaign used the highly
predictive database to target different ads to people
based on their psychometric profile. 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 “Hungry Start-up Strategy:
Creating New Ventures with Limited Resources and
Unlimited Vision.” Contact him at (508) 460-9348 (MA);
(508) 361-3805 (cell) or peter@petercohan.com

5. ==> Time to Toss Your Toxic Valentine

OK, Valentine’s Day is over and it’s time to take the
rose-colored glasses off. Invite Shannon Colleary to
share 5 red flags that signal your Valentine is toxic
for you and 4 steps for moving on and finding real
love. Did things start out great but cool once you were
hooked? Do you hang out his or her friends? Do your
friends like him/her? Shannon says there are clear
signs you should move on but many people don’t know how
to get out of a relationship. She’ll share tips and
strategies on getting out and getting on with your
life. Shannon Colleary is an actress, playwright,
screenwriter, author and love coach. Her work has been
syndicated by “O” The Oprah Magazine, The Huffington
Post, Medium, Purple Clover, London’s Daily MailOnline,
BlogHer and more, and has been featured on The Today
Show, NPR, CNN and HuffPo Live. Her new book is “She
Dated the Asshats but Married the Good Guy: How to Go
from Toxic Love to Real Love in 12 Exercises.” Contact
Erin Dean at 661-255-8283; erin@steveallenmedia.com

6. ==> Poopsie, Schmoopie: What Do You Call Your Lover?

Prepare for a fascinating and funny show on what people
from other cultures call their lovers. With Susanna
Janssen as your guest, you’ll discover a whole new
world of pet names beyond sweetheart, baby or love,
words that just might get your partner in a romantic
mood should you whisper them in his or her ear—or give
them a good laugh. Janssen, a retired college professor
and language expert, will also share the quirkiest
names she has discovered such as the Tibetan nyingdu-la
(most honored poison of my heart), Italian polpetto
(meatball) and French ma puce (my flea). In addition,
she can discuss unusual romantic customs from other
cultures. For example, the now-outlawed incendiary
custom French women used to indulge in and how Korean
women seduce their men with flowers and candy. Janssen
is a newspaper columnist and the author of
“Wordstruck!: The Fun and Fascination of Language”.
Reach her at (707) 272-1351 or sjanssen106@gmail.com

7. ==> Sexologist: Valentine’s Day Performance Anxiety

Valentine’s Day brings up thoughts of romance… and
performance anxiety! How do I please her? What would be
most romantic? What will make her happy? Performance
anxiety happens in bed too, and for women just as much
as men. Give your audience a helping hand and invite
clinical sexologist and relationship coach Dr., Claudia
Six to help your listeners—male and female—not only
navigate this tricky holiday, but come out as a true
romantic hero. She’ll explain what to do if you can’t
read your partner’s mind, and how to guarantee you’ll
make your partner happy. Listeners can also call in
with questions and share stories. Dr. Claudia Six has
an M.A. in counseling psychology and a PhD in clinical
sexology. Her book is “Erotic Integrity: How to be
True to Yourself Sexually.” Contact her at (415)
453-6218; claudia@drsix.net

8. ==> Amazon Kid Hit ‘Annedroid’ Creator

Amazon’s hit children’s series, Annedroids, tied with
Sesame Street to earn ten Daytime Emmy Award
nominations, more than any other show in 2016.
Annedroids is a live-action adventure series about a
young female genius, her human friends, and android
assistants that aims to teach kids about science and
technology. Speak with Annedroids
creator/writer/producer JJ Johnson, who received
previous Emmy nominations for Dino Dan and The Wonder
Pets, about the secret behind the show’s popularity,
the key to creating successful children’s TV
programming, and the importance of teaching science to
kids at a young age. Contact John Angelo at
john@premieretv.com.

9. ==> Presidents’ Day – Obama’s Legacy and Yours

Now that President Obama has left the White House,
numerous articles have been written speculating on what
his legacy will be. While it is too soon to know how
history will judge Obama’s eight years in office or
what he will do in the coming years, millions of
Americans are watching his transition to ordinary
citizen with great interest. As President’s Day
approaches, Obama’s story is sparking discussions about
what it means to make a difference and leave a legacy.
So says Robb Lucy, known as The Legacy Coach, the
author of the new book, “How Will You Be Remembered? A
Guide to Creating and Enjoying Your Legacies Now.” Lucy
learned throughout his career that “the happiest, most
fulfilled people are those who use their ‘signature
strengths’ to create legacies that connect them to
others, positively affect lives now… and will
continue to do that when they’re gone.” He’ll discuss
what it means to live your legacy and why you don’t
have to be famous to leave a legacy. An experienced
storyteller, Robb Lucy is a retired journalist, writer,
and producer. Contact him at (604) 874-7700;
rlucy@createmylegacy.com

10. ==> Black History Month: Will the World Ever Be
Color Blind?

11. ==> Transgender Scouts: Victory or Mistake?

The Boy Scouts of America will now welcome transgender
Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts into its troops and camps.
Seth Rainess, a transgender male and author of the only
book written for transgender teens, can discuss the
historic decision, which he applauds but many
conservatives detest. Rainess can provide background on
the case that led to the decision, discuss the role New
Jersey’s Law Against Discrimination played in the
ruling, provide startling facts about what life is like
for transgender teens, and even offer advice to parents
whose children may be transgender. Rainess’ book is
“Real Talk for Teens: Jump Start Guide to Gender
Transition and Beyond.” Reach him at (732) 620-4300
(cell) or sjrainess@yahoo.com

12. ==> Pence Assembling Dream Team of Christian Right

While Donald Trump has been making news with his gaffes
and tweets, Mike Pence has been quietly assembling a
dream team of Christian Right figures for senior
administration posts. Frederick Clarkson says he’s
doing exactly what he was expected to do as head of the
presidential transition team. “Donald Trump, via his
son Donald Jr., reportedly called an aide to his first
choice for veep, Governor John Kasich of Ohio, and told
him that a president Trump would put Kasich in charge
of both foreign and domestic policy, while the
president himself would be in charge of ‘making America
great again.’ Pence hasn’t said whether he got the same
deal, but his role as chair of the transition team
suggests that he is already among the most powerful
vice presidents in American history.” Clarkson says,
“The Christian Right is now not only one of the most
powerful political movements in the country, but a
leading force in the federal government as well.”
Clarkson is Senior Fellow for Religious Liberty at
Political Research Associates, a progressive think tank
in Somerville, MA. He is the author of the report, When
Exemption is the Rule: The Religious Freedom Strategy
of the Christian Right. Contact him at
frederick.clarkson@gmail.com

13. ==> Is Bad Parenting to Blame for Protests?

Since November 8th, millions of Americans have
participated in protests and marches in nearly every
major city in opposition to Donald Trump’s election —
or to counter-protest in defense of it. Parenting
expert Emily Slingluff isn’t surprised. Invite her to
discuss the real reason so many people feel confused,
insecure and unhappy and how that leads to lashing out
and blaming others. Slingluff says parents have more
influence than anyone in raising a kinder, happier
generation. She’ll discuss clear and easy ways to help
kids be happy with life. She says, “The formative years
of life are called formative for a reason. And the
main influence in those first years is the parent.”
Emily Slingluff is the author of several parenting
books including “Peace” and “Parenting without
Punishment.” Contact her at (757) 428-6167;
emilyslingluff@aol.com

14. ==> Why Winter Is the Best Time to Find Your
Purpose

Baby, it’s cold outside, at least for most of the
country. Days are shorter and people feel like
hibernating. Meanwhile, 10 million Americans are coping
with seasonal affective disorder. But Andro Donovan
says winter’s chill offers advantages too good to miss.
It is in winter, she argues, that we can slow down and
take the time to find ourselves, determine who we are
and who we want to be and put into motion short-term
goals that will warm out hearts. Invite Donovan on your
show to talk about getting the most from your next snow
day (after the snowball fight, of course), and
strategies you can use to think outside the box when
all you want to do is curl up in it with a blanket.
She’s the author of “Motivate Yourself: Get the Life
You Want, Find Purpose and Achieve Fulfilment,”
published by a subsidiary of Wiley. Donovan is a
leadership development specialist best known for her
life-changing retreats that take place around the
world. Contact her at +4407711238410;
andro@trend.co.uk; andro@androdonovan.com; Skype:
andro.donovan1

15. ==> Go Ahead, take a Trip!

02/09/17 RTIR E-zine: The Fourth Estate, Unconditional Love, Flu Outbreaks

February 9, 2017
01. The Fourth Estate in the Age of Trump
02. Valentine’s Day Dos and Don’ts for Dummies
03. Love Sick? It’s Real
04. What She Really Wants: Intimacy
05. Make it a Juicy Valentine’s Day
06. Unconditional Love = No Judging
07. Not Again! – Flu Cases Rising
09. Could You Pass a Black History Quiz?
10. After the March: Get Gutsy, Get Going
11. ‘Trumpertension’ – It’s a Yuge Thing
12. Friends (and Parents) Don’t Let Students Get Student Loans
13. Go Ahead, Get Away
14. The Greatest Escape of the Cold War
15. The Dreams Behind Hit Songs
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1. ==> The Fourth Estate in the Age of Trump

For many the unthinkable has happened; Donald Trump was
inaugurated the 45th President of the United
States—with a unified government under GOP control. The
‘Free Press’ is now the only check on the unbridled
power of the Trump Administration. Invite Michael
McCray, a public interest advocate and expert on
whistleblowing, to discuss the importance of
journalism, whistleblowers and the role of the First
Amendment. McCray was personally bullied, intimidated
and retaliated against after he reported improprieties
at his federal job before being forced out. He says
America needs principled individuals now more than
ever. Contact him at (870) 543-0024;
mccray.michael@gmail.com.

2. ==> Valentine’s Day Dos and Don’ts for Dummies

The day of the heart is upon us. Our finest emotion,
love, gets a national celebration. Sounds great, but we
all know love is tricky. Invite Dr. Frank Farley to
discuss the dos and don’ts of observing the holiday.
“First of all, realize there is no all-purpose formula
for love, no matter what the day. We’re all different,
so go with what works for you and your partner. If
you’re extroverts, it’s party time; if you’re
introverts, a quiet, private dinner might be more
appropriate.” Farley says no matter what, put the cell
phone away and pay attention to your partner. He adds,
“And keep the criticism at bay and bite your tongue. As
the saying goes, if you can’t say anything nice….”
Frank Farley, Ph.D., is a former president of the
American Psychological Association. He is a professor
at Temple University. Contact him at (215) 668-7581
(cell); Frank.farley@comcast.net

3. ==> Love Sick? It’s Real

Valentine’s Day can be nerve-wracking for the best of
us, but some folks get so worked up they literally make
themselves sick. Dr. Don MacDonald says people-pleasers
in particular have a hard time. “People pleasers devote
most of their time to avoiding conflict, going along
with other people and placing their own needs last. And
when it comes to Valentine’s Day, those tendencies can
literally make them sick!” He’ll explain how
lovesickness leads to stress, headaches, insomnia,
resentment and even frequent colds and flus. Dr. Don
MacDonald The author of “The Underdog Curse: The Cause,
The Cure, Your Road to Success” will discuss how to
avoid being a Valentine’s Day underdog, how worry and
resentment can sabotage your immune system, and how to
figure out the best way for you and your lover to
celebrate Valentine’s Day. Dr. Don has spent 17 years
in the health and wellness industry as a chiropractor.
He’s also a life coach and motivational speaker and has
appeared on TV and radio across the country. Contact
him at (780) 983-5102; drdon@shaw.ca

4. ==> What She Really Wants: Intimacy

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

5. ==> Make it a Juicy Valentine’s Day

Most couples want to argue less and love more. Yet most
people don’t know how to transform the common
challenges to keep their relationship fresh and the
romance warm to last a lifetime. Experience an
entertaining, inspiring conversation about love with
certified relationship coach Cary Valentine (yes,
that’s his real name). He’ll share the three essential
keys to living the relationship of your dreams, the
most important thing you must know to have a passionate
long term relationship and the secret to not wasting
precious time dating the wrong person. Valentine is the
co-author with his late wife Wendy, of “In Love
Forever: 7 Secrets to a Joyous, Juicy Relationship.”
Contact him at (808) 346-6652; Cary@InLoveForever.tv

6. ==> Unconditional Love = No Judging

Everyone wants to be loved for who they are but most of
us need help when it comes to loving and being loved
unconditionally. Relationship expert Kindi Gill
explains how the judgments we make (my wife spends too
much money, my husband never helps with the chores),
even those we don’t express out loud, hurt our ability
to love unconditionally, and what we can do to silence
our inner critics. She’ll share a quick No-Yes
technique to transform the harmful judgments we make,
and reinforce the one’s that serve our relationships,
take the pressure off the desire to experience a
perfect Valentine’s Day, outline the silver lining in
relationship struggles and offer tips for making every
day feel like Valentine’s Day. Gill is a family
transformation coach, professional speaker and author
of the upcoming book “How to Have a Loving, Peaceful
and Happy Family Life: The Five Secrets to Feeling
Whole.” Reach her at (778) 558-5110;
kindi@kindigill.com
7. ==> Former Vogue Editor on Life and Make-Believe

8. ==> Not Again! Flu Cases Rising

It’s that time of year again. Schools are back in
session, everyone’s stuck inside and flu outbreaks are
rampant. Flu activity is “high” to “extremely high” in
15 regions of the U.S. This year’s outbreak is
predominantly type A flu. Learn healthy strategies that
can prevent most colds and flu, and minimize symptoms.
What single intervention reduced type A flu 50% in
children? (it wasn’t the vaccine!) His office approach
has been so successful he no longer utilizes flu
vaccine. Jim Roach, MD, is a leading integrative
practitioner who has appeared on numerous radio and TV
programs, is a speaker, consultant, educator,
researcher, and widely sought clinician with patients
from across the country. He is also author of “God’s
House Calls” which discusses spiritual near-death
experiences of his patients and seeks to de-stigmatize
spiritual experiences. Contact Dr. Roach at (859)
846-4453 (office); jproach@aol.com

9. ==> Could You Pass a Black History Quiz?

Millions of women (and men) around the world took to
the streets last month in solidarity with the
Washington D.C. Women’s March, but what happens now?
Pat Obuchowski says women need to get gutsy and get
going! “The world needs more women stepping into their
power and using their voice to become leaders in their
own right.” Pat will discuss the barriers many women
face when it comes to empowerment and share ways to
work around “life” and find the guts to get going! Pat
Obuchowski, MBA, PCC, CPCC, is an executive coach who
combines her experience as an IT executive with
graduate degrees in business and neuroscience. Her new
book is “Gutsy Women Win: How to Get Gutsy and Get
Going.” Contact her at Pat@GutsyWomenWin.com

11. ==> ‘Trumpertension’ – It’s a Yuge Thing

It’s no secret that the majority of people who didn’t
vote for Donald Trump are having trouble accepting his
administration. In fact, many Americans are seeking
medical help for the anxiety they’re experiencing due
to the change of occupant at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.
Palm Springs-based internal medicine physician Kiran
Dintyala (a.k.a. Dr. Calm) has seen patients with Post-
Election Stress Disorder, including some with
previously well-controlled blood pressure who are
coming in with alarmingly high numbers. He calls it
“Trumpertension” describing it as “a substantial
increase in blood pressure unrelated to diet, sodium
intake or exercise that is solely attributable to
worries over what a Trump presidency may mean for your
future and America’s.” In response, he’s written “Seven
Keys to Surviving the Trump Presidency,” sharing tips
to stay calm amidst the seemingly endless flow of
unsettling news and ways to remain positive and
hopeful, no matter who’s in the Oval Office. Kiran
Dintyala is a Board Certified Internal Medicine
Physician currently practicing at Eisenhower Medical
Center. He’s also the author of “Calm in the Midst of
Chaos.” Contact him at (860) 375 0446;
stressfreerevolution@gmail.com

12. ==> Friends (and Parents) Don’t Let Students Get
Student Loans

Recently, a scandal involving the servicing of student
loans showed how often student loan companies fail to
forward student loan payments to the new company and
how other problems are caused to parents and students
by getting student loans. There are better, faster, and
cheaper ways to pay for college. Invite Steven Roberts,
a former scholarship judge and the author of “Winning
the Money Game in College,” to teach your audience how
to avoid student loans altogether. Best solution: Get a
plan to help you win. Steven will offer listeners a
free webinar to learn strategies to pay for college.
Contact him at (801) 830-9234;
steven.roberts.1@collegecashchampion.com

13. ==> Go Ahead, Get Away

14. ==> The Greatest Escape of the Cold War

When 84-year-old Hungarian born American Frank Iszak
was 25, he and a group of others committed the first
hijacking of an airplane, flying it to West Germany and
freedom. On July 13, 1956, he gained international
attention for his bold escape from communist-controlled
Hungary. With six co-conspirators, Iszak seized an
airliner and set a course for the West. Invite him to
share his incredible story (including a life-or-death
brawl aboard an out-of-control airplane.) While a
Hungarian court condemned the hijackers to death, in
absentia, the entire team settled in the United States.
Iszak worked as a chemist New York and San Francisco.
He now runs a yoga studio in Rancho Santa Fe, Ca and is
negotiating film rights to his book, “Freedom Fighter.”
Contact him at (619) 920-6456;
frank@freedomflightbook.com

15. ==> The Dreams Behind Hit Songs

02/07/17 RTIR E-zine: Syria Escalation, Performance Anxiety, Transgender Scouts

February 7, 2017

01. Were Bud Ads Too Political?
02. CNN Religion Expert – Trump is All Wrong on Muslims
03. Trump Calls for Major Escalation in Syria
04. ObamaCare vs. TrumpCare
05. Sexologist: Valentine’s Day Performance Anxiety
06. Poopsie, Schmoopie: What Do You Call Your Lover?
07. Attract the Love of Your Life for V-Day
08. Get Out of Town!
09. Is Bad Parenting to Blame for Protests?
10. Presidents’ Day – Obama’s Legacy and Yours
11. Black History Month: Will the World Ever Be Color Blind?
12. Transgender Scouts: Victory or Mistake?
13. Top IRS Red Flags for 2017
14. Rescue Those Resolutions!
15. Guys Love this Show: The Weapon Hunter
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1. ==> Were Bud Ads Too Political?

Anheuser-Busch’s Super Bowl ad as gotten a lot of buzz
this year. The spot commemorates the immigrant journey
of its founder. Using evocative imagery, it depicts the
perseverance and triumph of the mid-1800’s German
immigrant who was bullied by xenophobes exhorting him
to “go back home.” But is it timely or opportunistic?
Idealistic or controversial? Multicultural advocacy and
marketing expert Rudy Ruiz calls the ad bold and
authentic, especially in today’s political climate.
“The winner in this ad campaign is clear from the get-
go: beer, and yes, immigrants. It’s a classic strategy
to coopt an audience’s values and align them with your
own profit motives.” And what should marketers do in
this era of Trump, nationalism and anti-immigrant
fervor? Ruiz says, “They can definitely take a cue from
Anheuser-Busch in highlighting the All-American nature
of the immigrant experience. But they should go deeper
and further. They must take a clear stand rather than
paint in strokes so broad they can claim to be
apolitical.” Rudy Ruiz is an author and the CEO of
Interlex Communications, a multicultural advocacy
marketing agency. Contact Nelda Carrizales at (210)
416-0418; nelda@interlexusa.com.

2. ==> CNN Religion Expert – Trump is All Wrong on
Muslims

It’s been nearly a week since a self-described fan of
Donald Trump walked into a mosque in Quebec City and
opened fire, killing six worshipers. CNN’s religion
expert Reza Aslan notes that the White House has been
virtually silent on the massacre, and seems to be using
it to advance a deeply suspicious view of Islam.
According to law enforcement officials, radicalized
Muslims aren’t our biggest security risk, anti-
government violent extremists are. So why target
Muslims? Aslan says, “Trump is playing to an
influential part of his constituency. He didn’t become
the white nationalist candidate because his positions
reflected their ideology. He became their candidate
because, he amplified their message. As one member of
the Ku Klux Klan told the magazine Mother Jones, ‘the
success of the Trump campaign just proves that our
views resonate with millions.’” Reza Aslan is a writer,
commentator, professor, producer, and scholar of
religions. He’s a producer on the HBO series The
Leftovers, and the host and executive producer of CNN’s
upcoming documentary series, Believer. His books
include “Zealot: The Life and Times of Jesus of
Nazareth.” Contact Catherine Olim at
catherine.olim@pmkbnc.com or Joy Fehily at
Joy.Fehily@pmkbnc.com

3. ==> Trump Calls for Major Escalation in Syria

President Donald Trump has reportedly thrown out the
existing plans drawn up under his predecessor Barack
Obama on how to oust Isis from their de facto capital
in Syria. The report was too “incremental and risk-
averse,” the new administration allegedly found.
Journalist and author Reese Erlich says, “The new
administration has asked the Defense Department to
consider sending artillery and attack helicopters to
fight in Syria. Supposedly aimed at fighting ISIS, in
fact, such moves would seriously escalate the number of
U.S. combat troops and increase the likelihood of
conflict with Russia and Iran. While Trump proclaims a
friendship with Vladimir Putin, escalating the number
of U.S. troops in Syria will put him in direct conflict
with Russia and Iran. Erlich is a Peabody award-winning
foreign correspondent and the author of “Inside Syria:
The Backstory of Their Civil War and What the World Can
Expect.” Contact him at ReeseErlich2@hotmail.com

4. ==> ObamaCare vs. TrumpCare

5. ==> Sexologist: Valentine’s Day Performance Anxiety

6. ==> Poopsie, Schmoopie: What Do You Call Your Lover?

7. ==> Attract the Love of Your Life for V-Day

Many people facing the prospect of another Valentine’s
Day alone could use the advice of Sue Pighini, author
of “Expect the Extraordinary,” who has led a remarkable
romantic life and life in general. Sue, who found her
soul mate when she was over 60 and widowed, can talk
about using deep intuition to guide you to the right
person, and even how to get angelic help from the
internet and friends. Sue will share the signs angels
send when you ask them to help you find a partner.
She’s living proof that love is out there no matter how
old you are as long as you refuse to give up. Sue can
also share her own story of a life transformed after
she was struck by lightning, held up by gunpoint and
survived cancer. She’ll convince listeners that their
best lives are yet to come, no matter how old they are
or what challenges they currently face. Reach this
experienced talk show guest at (941) 685-7159;
sue@SuePighini.com

8. ==> Get Out of Town!

9. ==> Is Bad Parenting to Blame for Protests?

10. ==> Presidents’ Day – Obama’s Legacy and Yours

11. ==> Black History Month: Will the World Ever Be
Color Blind?

12. ==> Transgender Scouts: Victory or Mistake?

13. ==> Top IRS Red Flags for 2017

14. ==> Rescue Those Resolutions!

You vowed that 2017 was going to be different. The New
Year held such promise! You’d tweak your diet, hit the
gym, and finally make time for yourself, family and
friends. But then you realize it’s February and nothing
has changed. Do you give up or tell yourself you’ve
just been too busy and you’ll get to it later? “Neither
is a helpful choice if you are serious about wanting
those new results,” says Joan Posivy, Instead, Joan
will inspire your listeners to recharge, refocus and be
excited about their goal achievement in 2017. She’ll
share 3 simple but powerful tips to go from just
dreaming to really doing. “Anyone can live the life of
their dreams,” says Joan “they just need to be shown
how.” Joan Posivy is a speaker and the author of “The
Way Success Works: How to Decide, Believe, and Begin to
Live Your Best Life.” She owned her first house at the
age of 19 and became a bank manager by 22. Today she
shares her secrets of success with today’s young
adults. Contact Joan at (250) 551-5626;
joan@globalyouthproject.org

15. ==> Guys Love this Show: The Weapon Hunter

The Smithsonian Channel has a new show, The Weapon
Hunter. The series looks at some of the most iconic and
remarkable weapons throughout America’s wars and
features interviews with the veterans who used them to
defend our country. Invite Paul Shull, a military
history expert and host of the show, to share some of
the stories behind the fascinating weapons he’s
encountered, discuss weapons being used today, and
offer thoughts on what the military weapons of tomorrow
may look like. Contact John Angelo at
john@premieretv.com.