Diana and John Snowden’s marriage has spanned 50-plus years and has faced significant challenges, including addiction, infidelity, bankruptcy, and separation. Six years ago, a new period of being a couple developed. The tragic suicide of their younger son was devastating, and Diana remarked, “If we weren’t together when our son died I know we never would have gotten back together.” Her insight underscores how shared grief can unexpectedly forge deep connections. With over five decades of marriage wisdom, the Snowdens will share how to navigate both the good and bad times in a relationship. Their journey serves as a powerful reminder that love can endure even the most overwhelming trials, highlighting the potential for healing and resilience. Their story offers hope and perspective for couples facing their own challenges. Contact Diana and John Snowden at (705) 571-3864; jsnowden@rtirguests.com
Chiropractic Care for Pets? This Doc Says, “Yes!”
Veterinarians often treat animals with the same meds and treatments used on humans. Bill Ormston, DVM, who incorporates holistic remedies into his practice, takes things one step further by adding chiropractic care. “It can treat everything from range of motion issues in senior pets to injury recovery, behavior issues caused by medical issues, and more,” he says. Dr. O can share how this approach works, and its many benefits for animals. Dr. O. has been a vet for more than 36 years, has been adjusting animals for more than 26 years, and is a member of the elite Animal Chiropractic Hall of Fame. He is the author of “Yes! It’s Really a Thing: An Informative Guide to Animal Chiropractic.” Contact Dr. Bill Ormston at (469) 833-2378; bormston@rtirguests.com
An ‘Insider’s Guide’ to Caring for Aging Loved Ones
Caring for a loved one is stressful. There are new situations, new issues, and new decisions to make. When you don’t know what to expect or what questions to ask or who to call, it can be a frustrating feeling, and your emotions often affect your decisions. Debbie Miller can help. Debbie is the author of “Doing the Right Thing: Simple Solutions, Essential Tips, and Helpful Resources for Assisting Aging Loved Ones,” which is full of information she has collected over 30 years’ of working with seniors, including several of her own relatives. She’ll share 40+ questions to ask an assisted living facility, must-have information you need from your loved ones before they become incapacitated or die, and how to figure out what to sell, donate or give away when downsizing a parent’s home. Debbie Miller is The Retiree’s Home Transition Expert, a Certified Senior Advisor, and a Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist. Contact her at (703) 328-0143; debmillr@hotmail.com
Interview this Modern-Day Erma Bombeck
Brenda Prater Sellers has done it all: climbed Mt. Everest, chatted with celebrities, and written a book about her fabulous adventures. She’s slept in some of the craziest places and learned a lot of lessons about perseverance, mental health and supporting loved ones—all while inspiring others. Bring Brenda on your show to share her story, discuss her travels, and encourage readers to focus on what really matters in life. She is the author of “You Slept Where? Calamities of a Clumsy Businesswoman.” Contact her at (865) 344-1755; bsellers@rtirguests.com
Transform Menopause from Struggle to Strength!
Menopause doesn’t have to mean suffering, silence, or struggling alone. Lisa R. Triggs will share her transformative journey from despair to empowerment and offer effective mindset tools like meditation, affirmations, and visualization to conquer menopause symptoms and find joy. The author of “The Menopause Mindshift: How I Unleashed My Inner Queen, And You Can Too!” will inspire women looking to thrive through menopause—no doctor’s visit required. More than a self-help segment, Triggs will call on listeners to “rediscover your inner strength, embrace change, and live like the Queen you are!” Give your audience the wisdom and inspiration to transform their menopause journey by bridging the gap in menopause support and shifting how they view it! Contact Lisa R. Triggs at lisa@lern.ca
Have Americans Lost the Habit of Hope?
With all the political turmoil and negative news Americans are subjected to, it’s easy to see why some of us have lost the habit of hope. But like any healthy habit, it can be refreshed, rebooted, or acquired for the first time. Expert Edie Summers is making it her mission to teach people how to be more hopeful and shift their mindset to focus on what they can control. She’ll explain simple ways to develop a habit of hope, how focusing on gratitude for small things will reinforce the habit, and reveal the mindset shift we all should make. Edie Summers is the author of “The Memory of Health,” a mind-body fitness instructor, a former executive, and the creator of the My Daily Well app. She has been featured in “Entrepreneur” and has appeared on many podcasts. Contact her at (503) 487-0058; esummers@rtirguests.com
Trump’s Win Means Losses for Women and Children
While Trump supporters celebrate his recent win, retired psychiatrist and social activist Shila Patel warns that this will have dire consequences for the women and children of this country. “Women are already dying in states with extreme abortion laws because they are being denied care for miscarriages,” she says. “Trump has also vowed to make deep cuts to social service programs and education, which will have a very negative impact on children.” Patel can share the details of how this will impact average Americans, and why she believes this will be harmful. Shila Patel, M.D., is the author of the three-book series “Us,” “US Unhinged,” and “US Fractured.” She is a retired psychiatrist who spent her career focused on women’s and children’s issues. Contact her at (229) 586-6190; spatel@rtirguests.com
How Can We Prevent Bias from Turning into Hate?
The wars in Ukraine and Gaza rage on. There’s an alarming rise in hate crimes around the globe. Is there any hope for ending the chaos in the world? Sara Ting claims we can. “I can share what each of us can do to create a more peaceful world,” she says. “I have developed a tool that takes 10 seconds or less to help cultivate a mindset to value all people equally.” Sara is a diversity and inclusion educator, speaker, consultant and author of “Small Book with a Big Idea: 5 Minute Training to Empower You and Transform the World.” She is also the founder and president of World Unity, Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to the elimination of all forms of bigotry. Contact Sara Ting at (508) 715-3370; Sting@rtirguests.com
What History’s Most Notorious Leaders Can Teach Us About Leadership Success
The long-held belief in the business world is that leadership lessons can only be learned from positive role models. However, Steve Williams claims, “We can learn a lot about effective leadership from the likes of Viking Shield Maiden Freydis Eiriksdottir, Genghis Khan, and Hells Angel Sonny Barger. He can share the specific tactics that made these infamous characters such effective head honchos, and how to apply these to one’s own path to success. He is the author of six books including “Notorious: Leadership Lessons from History’s Most Notorious Leaders,” with a forward written by renowned author Jack Canfield, and a certified leadership coach and QMS expert. Contact Steve Williams at (920) 280-1068; swilliams@rtirguests.com
Are You a Thrift Store Junkie? Turn Your Hobby Into a Side-Hustle
Do you consider yourself a master thrifter? Have you ever thought about using your talent and skills to make money? Invite Aaron LePedis to show you how to take your love of treasure hunting to the next level and turn it into a money-making venture. Learn how to have a 5-figure garage sale, where to find treasures in your own home, ways to avoid online marketplace scams and much, much more. Aaron’s journey as an entrepreneur started when he was 9 flipping coins, stamps and baseball cards. By 21 he was a millionaire. Aaron had a TV show on PBS for many years and continues to be an expert for the FBI. With over 1,000 interviews on radio, podcasts, and TV and 40 years of experience, Aaron could be your next great interview! Contact Mara at assistant@gsmpartnersinc.com