April 23, 2020

01. Earth as Community, Not Commodity
02. Earth Day 2020: Cleaner Air But at What Cost?
03. Trump Using Pandemic to Rollback Pollution Rules
04. What to Expect from Israel’s Crisis Coalition
05. Baseball Digest Features Women in MLB Uniforms
06. 4 Ways to Make Extra Money If You’ve Lost Your Job
07. M.D. Shares 7 Essential Resources for Surviving the Pandemic
08. Let’s Talk about Being Pregnant in a Pandemic
09. How COVID-19 Is Ramping Up Addiction
10. Can a Pencil Help You Build Connection in the Time of Coronavirus?
11. What Will Happen When We Run Out of Nurses?
12. Could Sloppy Record-Keeping Cost You Your Life?
13. National Tell a Story Day is April 27
14. Don’t Toss Out These 5 Keepsakes for Your Kids
15. What Happens When Exes Fight Over a Frozen Embryo?
16. How to Have Fun with the Fear of Uncertainty
17. Amp Up Your Inner Fountain of Youth
18. When You Can’t Go Out, Go Inward
19. Positive Thinking Doesn’t Always Work
20. Can Doing Push-ups Save Your Life?

1.==> Earth as Community, Not Commodity

The coronavirus pandemic has forced the 50th anniversary of Earth Day to go virtual this year and conservation biologist Dr. Curt Meine says this is not altogether unfortunate. “The coronavirus pandemic is giving us pause to reflect on the trails we have taken over the last five decades. It provides a chance to look inside our own stories and consider how we have come to understand our interconnected world and our place within it.” Meine will discuss conservationist Aldo Leopold and his “land ethic” philosophy that involves seeing land not as a commodity, but as a community to be treated with love and respect. “That ethic concerns all lands, from the most remote wild places to working farmlands to the most urban cityscapes. It embraces the waters and oceans. It calls for us to get real and take action to counter the accelerating effects of climate change while we still can.” Dr. Curt Meine is one of the country’s leading conservation biologists. He serves as a senior fellow for the Center for Humans and Nature and the Aldo Leopold Foundation. Contact him at curtmeine@gmail.com

2. ==> Earth Day 2020: Cleaner Air But at What Cost?

As communities across the globe deal with the coronavirus, we’re seeing the Earth with new eyes as pollution clears. The satellite images are stunning: Skies in formerly smoggy cities are suddenly brighter and the dirty waterways in Venice are blue again. But Nicolas Loris of the Heritage Foundation says that while these environmental benefits sound encouraging, they come at a cost. “Many people would gladly trade the ability to earn a living, and the opportunity to take care of family members, for the amount of pollution we reduced over the past few weeks. If anything, it should serve as a reminder that the environmental byproducts we produce when we travel to work or to visit our families over the holidays—and still breathe fresh air—is worth it.” Nicolas Loris is an economist who focuses on energy, environmental and regulatory issues at the Heritage Foundation. Contact him at (202) 675-1761; heritagepress@heritage.org

3. ==> Trump Using Pandemic to Rollback Pollution Rules

The Washington Post reports that the Trump administration is using the coronavirus pandemic as a pretext to launch a sweeping effort to repeal or suspend regulatory safeguards. Robert Weissman, president of the consumer advocacy group Public Citizen, says, “The Trump deregulatory scheme will do nothing to get money back into the pockets of consumers, workers and small business owners, or to put people back to work. It is an evidence-free, ideological and corporate-driven illusion that public health regulations will hold up the economic recovery from the pandemic.” He adds, “The shameless exploitation of the coronavirus crisis to advance a precooked agenda to let corporations pollute our air and water, rip off consumers, endanger workers and trample on civil rights will leave the nation economically weaker and will worsen public health.” Robert Weissman is a public interest advocate and activist, as well as an expert on corporate and government accountability. Public Citizen is a nonprofit consumer advocacy organization. Contact Angela Bradbery at (202) 588-7741; (202) 503-6768 or abradbery@citizen.org or Mike Stankiewicz at (202) 588-7779; mstankiewicz@citizen.org

4. ==> What to Expect from Israel’s Crisis Coalition

Former defense chief Benny Gantz ran to unseat Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and now he’s joining his government. How did this happen? Philip Gordon will explain the pact between Netanyahu and his top political rival, how it will prolong the embattled prime minister’s political career, and likely reinforce Israel’s nationalistic direction. Ask him: What does this new government mean for Netanyahu’s upcoming trial and his political future? How might this new government affect Israeli policy toward the Palestinians and the Trump administration’s peace plan? Philip Gordon is the Mary and David Boies senior fellow in U.S. foreign policy at the Council on Foreign Relations. He was special assistant to the president and White House coordinator for the Middle East, North Africa, and the Gulf Region from 2013 to 2015. Contact Christopher Brodsky at cbrodsky@cfr.org

5. ==> Baseball Digest Features Women in MLB Uniforms

For the first time in the 79-year history of Baseball Digest, a woman in a major-league uniform will appear on the cover this May. Editor in chief Rick Cerrone says the cover actually features two women — Alyssa Nakken (San Francisco Giants) and Rachel Balkovec (New York Yankees) — both of whom earned coaching positions with their respective organizations this year. Invite Cerrone on your show to talk about the groundbreaking issue or anything baseball-related! Contact Mark Goldman at (516) 639-0988 (call/text); mark@goldmanmccormick.com

6. ==> 4 Ways to Make Extra Money If You’ve Lost Your Job

Many of your listeners have lost jobs — or taken salary and hours cuts —as a result of COVID-19 measures. With so many people unemployed and bills mounting up, people are anxious to hear about ways they can make money now and continue to do so once stay-at-home restrictions are lifted. Patricia Davis, author of “Going Broke Is No Joke,” wants to help with fresh ideas. She’ll talk about ways to bring in extra bucks by doing things like selling their cellphone images, agreeing to test websites and products, and selling their opinions to focus groups. Patricia can also prepare your audience for spotting scammers trying to tempt them with bogus job opportunities and offer tips on what household goods could be sold for needed cash without being missed. An experienced guest, she holds an MBA from Stanford, a master’s degree in personal financial planning from Golden Gate University and a certificate from Georgetown University’s Stonier Graduate School of Banking and Finance. Contact her at (301) 517-6304; pdavis@rtirguests.com 

7. ==> M.D. Shares 7 Essential Resources for Surviving the Pandemic

Are the “what-ifs” of the current COVID-19 pandemic driving you crazy? Steven Hall, M.D., can share the keys to physically and mentally surviving these scary times. “When life becomes uncertain, it’s easy to become undone,” he says. “With everything that is going on in the world right now, it’s understandable how our emotions get the better of us.” Dr. Steven can guide audiences through seven simple yet powerful tools that can keep them safe, sane, and resilient, even in the most difficult times. He has been practicing family medicine since 1985. He is the co-creator of the online class Fostering Resilience in Uncertain Times and the author of “The 7 Tools of Healing: Unlock Your Inner Wisdom and Live the Life Your Soul Desires.” Contact Dr. Steven at (425) 531-3684; shall@rtirguests.com

8. ==> Let’s Talk about Being Pregnant in a Pandemic

Being pregnant and giving birth are tough enough, but when the world’s in the middle of a pandemic, the experience can be terrifying and traumatic. Alan Lindemann, M.D., a long-time OB/GYN, can discuss what mothers-to-be need to know about giving birth during the coronavirus crisis including how to stay healthy, what you should know about the hospital where you plan to give birth, and what to consider if you’re contemplating a home birth. Dr. Lindemann has delivered more than 6,000 babies (including many multiple births, even quads) during his decades-long career. Contact Dr. Lindemann at (701) 543-6182; dhaugen@rtirguests.com

9. ==> How COVID-19 Is Ramping Up Addiction

We’ve all been told to stay at home to avoid spreading the coronavirus, but psychotherapist and addiction counselor Donna Marks warns that what we do in that alone-time may be deadlier than the virus. She says the current coronavirus crisis is ramping up addiction and that the stress of unemployment, the fears of death, and closed-down recovery meetings, significantly increase addiction relapse. Dr. Marks says Americans have significantly upped their food and alcohol consumption during this period of forced isolation. Hear why addiction is far more deadly than the current virus and, in fact, increases the lethality rate. She’ll discuss the role of fear in addiction, share tips and strategies to make healthy sober choices, and ways to support a loved one struggling with addiction during this difficult time. Dr. Donna Marks has been in private practice for more than 30 years. She helps clients break unwanted patterns of behavior by combining psychoanalysis and spirituality. She’s the author of “Exit the Maze – One Addiction, One Cause, One Cure.” Contact her at (561) 436-9360; drdonnamarks@gmail.com

10. ==> Can a Pencil Help You Build Connection in the Time of Coronavirus?

Bored with reading, streaming and playing video games? Running out of things to say to your family members and fellow social distancers? If you want to do something fun that builds connection all it may take is a few minutes of your time, a piece of paper and a pen or a pencil. According to Lynn Matsuoka, considered the best living reportage artist, the way to draw someone to you is to draw them on paper! In an interview that works just as well for radio as television, Lynn will explain a simple technique anyone can employ, even the most artistically impaired, fearful and untalented individuals to do quick drawings that will build connection and admiration. And while she is at it, Lynn can tell stories of what it was like to take her own drawing skills behind the scenes of such varied venues as TV shows, concerts, sumo wrestling in Japan and the Watergate hearings. For 40 years, Lynn has gotten paid to be a fly on the wall, recording behind the scenes activities in quick drawings and all the while heightening her skills of observation. A great, one of a kind interview, Lynn is a media favorite. Reach her at (808) 479-5966; artist@hamptonsartist.com 

11. ==> What Will Happen When We Run Out of Nurses?

Right now, we need nurses more than ever, but what kind of career can you expect in the profession? What should you know as you enter nursing school, graduate, become registered, and begin a nursing career? What will it take to keep you on the job? How can we all help prevent nursing shortages since the aging population needs such professionals more than ever? You’ll want to explore this timely topic and the nursing experience with all its implications by interviewing Nancy Congleton. In addition to offering solutions to help today’s nurses and ultimately everyone they serve, she will reveal the unexpected realities of the nursing profession, five relationship dynamics that nurses face, legal issues, and the concerns everyone should have when nurses feel so unprepared and overworked that they leave. An outspoken registered nurse known as Nurse Nancy, Nancy Covington has worked in the NICU, ER and case management. She’s the author of “Autopsy of the NP: Dissecting the Nursing Profession Piece By Piece.” Contact Nancy Congleton at (918) 992-4616; NCongleton@rtirguests.com

12. ==> Could Sloppy Record-Keeping Cost You Your Life?

In the middle of a pandemic, keeping your own medical records in order is more important than ever. In a medical emergency, anyone can be rattled enough to forget important details, finding themselves unable to answer physicians’ important questions about their health or that of a loved one. Anne McAwley-LeDuc, a retired nurse practitioner (APRN), learned this the hard way after her husband fell down the stairs and showed signs of paralysis. At the hospital, physicians sought answers about his medical history but she couldn’t answer vital questions. McAwley-LeDuc wants to help others — especially ordinary folks with no medical background — advocate for themselves and their loved ones for better and safer health care. She’ll discuss the role patients play in reducing medical errors, ways disorganized medical records can be deadly, and why so few patients keep good medical records or grasp the need to do so. Anne McAwley-LeDuc developed the “Personal Health Organizer” to keep essential medical information in one place and provide a snapshot of your health history. Contact her at (860) 642-1786; a.mcawley.leduc@charter.net

13. ==> National Tell a Story Day is April 27

National Tell a Story Day is usually celebrated with events at libraries and bookstores where families gather to be entertained. This year, of course, is different, but Jean Alfieri thinks it’s a great opportunity for a more personal celebration in which family members swap their own stories. She says being stuck at home can have its advantages; there is time to reflect and connect. “It’s important, especially in uncertain times like these, to look back on and remember the good times of our lives – the adventures, special people, favorite places, funny moments, and so much more that make up our cherished memories,” Alfieri says.  Alfieri’s new book “Blessed to be Me” provides writing prompts that guide people to recalling their best, worst and weirdest of days, along with how each shaped who they are today. A veteran of local TV news programs, Jean Alfieri is a former human resource and organizational development executive and the author of the “Zuggy the Rescue Pug” children’s books. Contact her at (602) 397-1344; Jean@BlessedtobeMe.com

14. ==> Don’t Toss Out These 5 Keepsakes for Your Kids

Nowadays many people try to make their home look sleek and minimalistic. But our homes still need elements of history and personality to come alive. So, think twice before issuing a blanket refusal when offered keepsakes from downsizing parents and grandparents, advises lifestyle journalist Suzanne Wexler. Let Suzanne tell you which five keepsakes you should never toss out. Suzanne will also share her hilarious story of what happened when she unexpectedly had a truckload of antiques from her late grandparents’ home show up at her new house. Suzanne is published in the Huffington Post, National Post, Bust.com and her work has been syndicated throughout Canada. She’s been quoted in Reader’s Digest, Goodhousekeeping.com, and Prevention magazine and provided commentary on CTV National and Virgin Radio; she has been on more than 200 radio stations in the U.S. and Canada. Contact her at (514) 704-0029; suzannawexler@hotmail.com

15. ==> What Happens When Exes Fight Over a Frozen Embryo?

Recent news stories have explored the issue of frozen embryos caught in the crossfire of couples who have uncoupled. Fertilized during happier times, these embryos may remain in limbo forever and rack up storage fees if the couples cannot agree on their future. Or, as Nate Birt advises, the couple can agree to let the frozen embryo be adopted by someone else, a possibility they may not have considered. Learn more when you interview Nate, whose daughter began life as another couple’s frozen embryo. Nate is the author of “Frozen, But Not Forgotten: An Adoptive Dad’s Step-by-Step Guide to Embryo Adoption.” Ask him: What are some of the controversies that surround frozen embryos? Are fertilized embryos people or property? How costly is it to adopt such an embryo? Contact Nate Birt at (417) 221-9045; Nbirt@rtirguests.com

16. ==> How to Have Fun with the Fear of Uncertainty

According to Laura Di Franco, we can either choose to accept the gifts we’ve been given during this pandemic or we can choose to suffer. She’ll explain how to have fun with the fear of uncertainty and why she thinks that’s the key to our success right now. Invite her on your show and learn how to cultivate pandemic positivity and see the possibilities in the future. She says, “When the whole world is in crisis together, the people of the world will finally understand what matters, and everything else will fall away. That’s what I think has happened, and is still happening, as a result of putting ‘normal’ on hold to survive. It’s a grand awakening, re-prioritizing, and fine-tuning of our life’s purpose.” Laura Di Franco, MPT, is a holistic physical therapist, owner of Brave Healer Productions, and the author of many books including the upcoming “The Ultimate Guide to Self-Healing Techniques: 25 Home Practices & Tools for Peak Holistic Health and Wellness.” Contact her at (703) 915-3653; bewarriorlove@gmail.com

17. ==> Amp Up Your Inner Fountain of Youth

It’s spring, a time of rejuvenation for the world and you. It’s also time to pick up simple tips from Diana Ruiz that can turn your inner fountain of youth on high. Diana is a wellness and stress relief coach who approaches health from a mind, body, and water perspective. She’ll share her favorite health hacks — including what to eat, think and feel — to help you to feel better and look younger. She can answer such questions as what is the single most powerful thing you can do to supercharge your body’s natural rejuvenation? And what is the mind, body, and water connection?  Diana is the author of “Healing Your Life with Water: How to Use Your Mind Body and Water Connection to Awaken Your Inner Fountain of Youth.” She can offer your audience a free download that complements the show’s subject matter. Contact her at (360) 550-9436; DRuiz@rtirguests.com

18. ==> When You Can’t Go Out, Go Inward

The whole world is stuck at home. We’re being told to isolate but if we stay inside on the couch glued to our computers, TVs and phones, stuffing junk food into our mouths as we mindlessly try to numb out the anxiety of our desperate aloneness, a spiral downward is inevitable. Yoga and meditation expert Dashama Gordon says an alternative is to use this “alone time” to focus on self-improvement. She’ll explain how listeners can stay peaceful and feel more connected and view this uncomfortable time as an incredible opportunity for personal growth and change. Featured on ABC, NBC, CBS and OWN and in the Wall Street Journal, Vogue, Cosmo plus many other publications, Dashama is the go-to expert to share wisdom, practical advice, tips and secrets to feel happier, healthier and more harmony in life, especially during challenging times. She is the founder of Pranashama Yoga Institute and the author of 5 books including “Journey to Joyful.” Contact Dashama Gordon at (808) 283-2646; dashama@dashama.com

19. ==> Positive Thinking Doesn’t Always Work

The law of attraction became popular by promoting the idea that positive thinking can solve all of our problems, but does it really work that way? Invite author Baisakhi Saha to share why too much positive thinking may actually become more detrimental than beneficial for us. Her forthcoming book, “Life is Abracadabra: 21 Magical Stories from My Travels Across the Globe That Will Make You Look at Life with New Eyes,” reveals how to harness the magic of life. Saha has been featured by Canal America TV New York, Prime 24 TV New York, National TV India, JUS Punjabi TV NY, Goge Africa TV, and many other TV, radio, digital, and print media outlets internationally. Contact her at bsaha@rtirguests.com or Skype: Baisakhi

20. ==> Can Doing Push-ups Save Your Life?

Can it be true that push-ups — the same exercise you learned in gym class — have more to offer your listeners than you might imagine? With research-based upper-body fitness expert Kristen Carter as your guide, you’ll learn why this free exercise could likely save your life and, surprisingly, is a more accurate way to assess cardiovascular health than the usual treadmill test. Ask her what is the significance of the Harvard study of male firefighters? Does muscle strength correlate with lower mortality? Kristen is a Certified Precision Nutrition Coach with a master’s degree in exercise physiology. She is the author of “Lose Weight? Exercise More? I Don’t Think So! What to Do When Your Doctor Tells You to Make Changes for Your Health.” Contact her at (267) 930-2547; kacarter@rtirguests.com

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April 16, 2020

01. Trump Blames WHO for Pandemic
02. We May Be Social Distancing Until 2022
03. Women Leaders Better at Handling Pandemic
04. Risky Voting: Mail-In Ballots Are the Only Safe Option
05. Uncoupling After COVID: How the Virus Is Changing Divorce
06. Interview the Singing Tree Lady for Earth Day or Arbor Day
07. Hypnotist Uses Zoom to Send Healing During Coronavirus
08. Face Life After Coronavirus by Making Just 2 Choices
09. How to Create Structure and Purpose in a Pandemic
10. Gun Sales Surge as Coronavirus Spreads
11. This Silent Disease Puts You at Risk for COVID Complications
12. How to Boost Your Immune System
13. Changing Careers Now: Tips from a Pro
14. Book This Guest If You’ve Ever Crammed for a Test!
15. Don’t Toss Out These 5 Keepsakes for Your Kids
16. When You Can’t Go Out, Go Inward
17. From Viruses to Migraines and Beyond – Self-Healing Secrets
18. How to Become Supernatural
19. Lady Rancher Helps Women Over 40 Wrangle Their Best Lives
20. ‘Little House’ Cast Reunites for Fans Online

1.==> Trump Blames WHO for Pandemic

President Donald Trump stunned world leaders and health
experts on Tuesday when he announced he was halting
funding to the World Health Organization (WHO) in the
middle of the global coronavirus pandemic. Trump
accuses the organization of mismanaging the spread of
the novel coronavirus and of not acting quickly enough
to investigate the virus when it first emerged in
China. But Thomas J. Bollyky says it’s not WHO’s fault
that Trump didn’t prepare for the pandemic. Thomas J.
Bollyky is director of the global health program and
senior fellow for global health, economics, and
development at the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR).
He is also an adjunct professor of law at Georgetown
University. Bollyky is the author of “Plagues and the
Paradox of Progress: Why the World Is Getting Healthier
in Worrisome Ways” and the founder and managing editor
of Think Global Health, an online magazine that
examines the ways health shapes economies, societies,
and everyday lives around the world. Contact him at
(202) 509-8517; tbollyky@cfr.org

2. ==> We May Be Social Distancing Until 2022

This may be the new normal for quite a while. The U.S.
may have to endure social distancing measures — such
as stay-at-home orders and school closures — until
2022 unless critical care capacity is increased
substantially or a treatment or vaccine becomes
available. That news comes from researchers at the
Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health who published
their findings in the journal Science on Tuesday. Their
findings directly contradict research being touted by
the White House that suggests the pandemic may stop
this summer. “If intermittent distancing is the
approach that’s chosen, it may be necessary to do it
for several years, which is obviously a very long
time,” says Dr. Marc Lipsitch, an author on the study
and an epidemiology professor at the Harvard School of
Public Health. The report also predicts the virus will
come roaring back fairly quickly once restrictions are
lifted and that a resurgence in contagion could be
possible as late as 2024. Contact Dr. Marc Lipsitch at
(617) 432-4559; mlipsit@hsph.harvard.edu

3. ==> Women Leaders Better at Handling Pandemic

Germany, New Zealand and Taiwan have all received
accolades for their impressive handling of the
coronavirus pandemic. They’re scattered across the
globe: one is in the heart of Europe, one is in Asia
and the other is in the South Pacific. But they have
one thing in common: they’re all led by women. Leta
Hong Fincher says the success of these and other women-
led governments in dealing with a global pandemic is
all the more noteworthy, given that women make up less
than 7% of world leaders. “These countries — all
multi-party democracies with high levels of public
trust in their governments — have contained the
pandemic through early, scientific intervention,” says
Leta. She says it’s long past time to recognize that
the world is in dire need of more women leaders and
equal representation of women at all levels of
politics. “At the very least,” she adds, “The
disproportionate number of women leaders succeeding in
controlling this pandemic — so far — should show us
that gender equality is critical to global public
health and international security.” Leta Hong Fincher
is the author of “Betraying Big Brother: The Feminist
Awakening in China” and “Leftover Women: The Resurgence
of Gender Inequality in China.” Contact her at
letahong@gmail.com; @LetaHong

4.==> Risky Voting: Mail-In Ballots Are the Only Safe
Option

Many believe mail-in voting is the best way to ensure
that the November 2020 election can proceed safely
despite the coronavirus pandemic. President Donald
Trump has made it clear he intends to stymie any large-
scale vote-by-mail efforts, but Noah Feldman says it’s
the only realistic option for holding an election
during a pandemic. “No one should have to risk his or
her life to go to the polls,” he says. “If states
either constrain absentee voting or lack the resources
to enable it to function effectively, the consequences
for our democracy could be disastrous.” Feldman says
enabling a free and fair vote even under pandemic
conditions should be the very epitome of a nonpartisan
objective and points to another time in history when
Americans cast their ballots, during the Civil War.
“It’s time for responsible Republicans to stand up and
say that there is no other choice but mail-in voting.
In the spirit of 1864, we must hold the election by any
means necessary.” Noah Feldman is a Bloomberg Opinion
columnist and host of the podcast Deep Background. He
is a professor of law at Harvard University and was a
clerk to U.S. Supreme Court Justice David Souter. Among
his books is “The Three Lives of James Madison: Genius,
Partisan, President.” Contact Shannon Whalen-Lipko at
(617) 495-4620; swhalen@law.harvard.edu

5. ==> Uncoupling After COVID: How the Virus Is
Changing Divorce

Divorce attorney Jacqueline Newman expects a big jump
in divorce rates after couples have been home
quarantined together during the coronavirus epidemic.
“Stress is not good for even the healthiest of
marriages, but it can be what pushes a marriage on the
brink right over the edge. The notion of being trapped
in a house (and in some cases a small apartment) with a
spouse who was annoying to you when you only saw him or
her for a few hours a day can definitely be
distressing,” according to Newman. For couples already
in the process of ending their marriage, Newman says a
lot has changed, from custody issues to financial
implications. Not to mention a huge backlog of cases
waiting for the court system to reopen. Jacqueline
Newman is a managing partner at Berkman Bottger Newman
& Schein LLP, a matrimonial law firm in Manhattan. The
author of “The New Rules of Divorce,” Newman has
appeared on various TV and radio shows and has been
quoted in numerous publications. Contact Ryan McCormick
at (516) 901-1103; (919) 377-1200

6. ==> Interview the Singing Tree Lady for Earth Day or
Arbor Day

Laurie Marshall is a two-for-one guest who can help you
celebrate Earth Day (April 22) and Arbor Day (April 24)
in a year in which environmental holidays are more
important than ever. Laurie is capable of discussing
everything from fascinating facts about trees (did you
know that tree-like structures show up in lungs,
brains, arteries, and rivers or that trees communicate
with each other?) to how to talk to kids about the
overwhelming issues of the pandemic and climate change
by involving them in finding solutions. Laurie is a
cutting-edge educator whose many books include “Beating
the Odds Now” and “Singing Trees: A Growing Forest.”
Known as The Tree Lady, Laurie is a project-based
learning and arts integration specialist who has worked
with underserved youth for over 30 years. Her partners
include FEMA and Project Drawdown, the World’s Leading
Resource for Climate Solutions. She has trained over
6,000 teachers in project-based learning and
facilitated 125 nature-based murals with over 25,000
people in schools, nonprofits, and government agencies.
Contact Laurie Marshall at (415) 360-3304;
lmarshall@rtirguests.com

7. ==> Hypnotist Uses Zoom to Send Healing During
Coronavirus

Life as we used to know it bears little resemblance to
what we are experiencing today as the coronavirus
pandemic upends everything from work to childcare to
celebrations, death and human contact. To counteract
the negativity coming at us at warp speed — whether we
listen to the news or not — the world needs more
positive thoughts and healing vibrations and that is
exactly what Mary Beth Battaglia is sending out with
her twice-daily Zoom sessions. “I’m using Zoom to
conquer feelings of doom, you might say,” Battaglia
observes. She’ll explain how the sessions connect
people throughout the world and reinforce that we are
all in this together. “People share what their
quarantine is like, where to get groceries and what
helps them stay calm,” she says. Invite this NJ-based
hypnosis and sound practitioner on your show and learn
ways to distance yourself from negativity and fear,
clear your mind of unwanted thoughts and use
affirmations to stay positive. Battaglia has appeared
on Fox News and offers hypnosis tips on her show
Conversations with Joan. “Transformation Through
Hypnosis: Relax, Clear Your Mind & Step Into Your
Power,” is her new book. Contact Mary Beth Battaglia at
(833) 732-2333; marybethpeace@gmail.com

8. ==> Face Life After Coronavirus by Making Just 2
Choices

All things in life — our challenges, decisions, and
efforts — involve making “Just 2 Choices.” Do we
answer yes or no? Do we move ahead or stay put? Do we
like or dislike something? Even as the pandemic forces
many changes on society, we can still be empowered and
even comforted by this binary concept. That’s the
message of radio host Rico Racosky, author of the
bestselling book “Just 2 Choices,” who will help your
listeners navigate today’s new reality. Whether he’s
talking about moving your life from uncertainty to
clarity (When will it be safe to go out? Will our jobs
ever be the same?) or replacing doubt with peace of
mind (believing that we’ll return to the familiar, the
fun and the free) rests with two options to choose
from. Known as America’s “New Story Guy,” Rico can also
help listeners obtain his free downloads that promote
clear thinking. Contact him at (730) 572-1322;
rracosky@rtirguests

9. ==> How to Create Structure and Purpose in a
Pandemic

There is a heaviness that seems to have descended on us
as we wait out the storm of COVID-19. Millions of us
are staying home and finding ourselves without a
schedule or a place to go. We can get up any time we
want (assuming we don’t have pets or little children
clamoring for our attention) and in addition to lack of
income, many of us are feeling lethargic. Bary Fleet, a
retired minister and psychologist, says one of the best
things we can do for ourselves is to create a
structure. “The night before, make a plan for the next
day. Get up at the same time each day; eat at scheduled
times, and perhaps most importantly, set goals for
yourself. Identify a project to tackle. Giving
ourselves structure and purpose on a daily basis is
critical in these uncertain times to avoid depression
and lethargy.” Bary Fleet is the author of “Move into
Your Magnificence: 101 Invitations to a Life of Passion
and Joy.” Contact him at (410) 301-8240;
Bary@DrBaryFleet.com

10. ==> Gun Sales Surge as Coronavirus Spreads

The coronavirus has a lot of people scared,
particularly residents in states where the virus is
gaining the most ground. While some people buying guns
are old-hands worried that supplies might dry up, many
of these buyers are first-timers. Invite Chris Bird to
educate your audience about gun safety and self-
defense. A sought-after expert on gun rights and
personal protection, Chris can answer: Why are gun
sales skyrocketing? Do we really need guns more than
ever? Why are methods of observation as important as
one’s weapon? With 30-plus years of firearm safety
experience, Chris Bird is the author of several books
including “Surviving a Mass Killer Rampage,” “The
Concealed Handgun Manual” and “Thank God I Had a Gun!”
Have your listeners call in during the interview with
their gun questions. Contact Chris Bird at (210)
686-4440; cbird@rtirguests.com

11. ==> This Silent Disease Puts You at Risk for COVID
Complications

You have probably heard that people with certain health
conditions are more likely to fare poorly if they
contract coronavirus. But did you know that among those
diseases is one that many people do not even know they
have? It’s true; more than 7 million people don’t know
they have diabetes out of the 30 million adults who
have the condition. That is why it is more important
than ever to educate the public about diabetes and how
to manage it with the expert guidance of Nadia Al-
Samarrie, a leading patient advocate in the diabetes
community. Nadia is editor-in-chief of Diabetes Health,
a 400,000-circulation magazine used in hospitals,
diabetes classes and doctors’ offices as an educational
resource for patients, and her AskNadia column is
ranked No. 1 by Google as her DiabetesHealth.com
website. Nadia is also the author of “Sugar Happy: Your
Diabetes Health Guide in Achieving Your Best Blood
Sugars” and “Letting Go of Your Diabetes Complication
Fears.” She has been featured on ABC, NBC, CBS, and
other major cable networks. Contact her at (415)
741-3545; nalsamarrie@rtirguests.com

12. ==> How to Boost Your Immune System

No one wants to get sick, especially in the middle of a
pandemic. But frankly, most of us don’t think about
revving up our immune system until news about the
consequences of not doing so reach a fevered pitch.
Angela Andalcio-Holtz, author of “Beyond Your Numbers,
Connect the Pieces to a Path of Amazing Health,” says
we need to change that attitude. Invite her on your
show to discuss lifestyle habits that nurture your
brain and body, fun ways to move more to raise your
immunity at a time when gyms are closed and planned
activities have been curtailed, and a lab test that can
indicate what supplements and foods you need to
maximize your unique health. You’ll learn what to look
for on food labels and how to make recipes that heal.
Angela Andalcio-Holtz is a clinical medical
technologist and health coach. Contact her at (630)
329-1095; myuniquepathway@yahoo.com

13. ==> Changing Careers Now: Tips from a Pro

Millions of Americans are now out of work. Some won’t
have a job to return to after the pandemic, while
others may find their previous career no longer serves
their needs. Geraldine Hogan will offer tips for anyone
who wants — or needs — to apply their skills in a new
direction. She has already helped thousands of
educators; business professionals and entrepreneurs
explore new opportunities. She can talk about her own
career journey as well. Learn three simple, life-
changing questions to ask before making any career
move, whether salary should guide your decision, and
how to overcome obstacles, hesitation and fear of the
unknown. Geraldine is a former educator, attorney and
judge and the author of “Career Moves for Teachers and
Other Professionals: Strategies for a Successful Job
Change.” Contact Geraldine Hogan at (305) 902-3869;
ghogan@rtirguests.com

14. ==> Book This Guest If You’ve Ever Crammed for a
Test!

Have you ever crammed for a test? How about your kids?
Chances are the answer is yes. But did you know that
cramming almost never leads to learning? It’s true!
Most students cram to get that “A” on Friday … but they
have forgotten vital information by Monday. The “Cram
Plan” just doesn’t work long-term. Interview Lee
Jenkins, educator, administrator and author of “How to
Create a Perfect School,” so he can explain how a
“perfect school” is possible when we take away the
cramming game that teachers and students play.
According to Lee, it’s easier than you think to solve
the educational dilemma in this country by getting rid
of cramming, once and for all. Lee Jenkins has been an
educator and administrator both in public schools and
universities. Contact him at (484) 306-8784;
LJenkins@rtirguests.com

15. ==> Don’t Toss Out These 5 Keepsakes for Your Kids

Nowadays many people try to make their home look sleek
and minimalistic. But our homes still need elements of
history and personality to come alive. So, think twice
before issuing a blanket refusal when offered keepsakes
from downsizing parents and grandparents, advises
lifestyle journalist Suzanne Wexler. Let Suzanne tell
you which five keepsakes you should never toss out.
Suzanne will also share her hilarious story of what
happened when she unexpectedly had a truckload of
antiques from her late grandparents’ home show up at
her new house. Suzanne is published in the Huffington
Post, National Post, Bust.com and her work has been
syndicated throughout Canada. She’s been quoted in
Reader’s Digest, Goodhousekeeping.com, and Prevention
magazine and provided commentary on CTV National and
Virgin Radio; she has been on more than 200 radio
stations in the U.S. and Canada. Contact her at (514)
704-0029; suzannawexler@hotmail.com

16. ==> When You Can’t Go Out, Go Inward

The whole world is stuck at home. We’re being told to
isolate but if we stay inside on the couch glued to our
computers, TVs and phones, stuffing junk food into our
mouths as we mindlessly try to numb out the anxiety of
our desperate aloneness, a spiral downward is
inevitable. Yoga and meditation expert Dashama Gordon
says an alternative is to use this “alone time” to
focus on self-improvement. She’ll explain how listeners
can stay peaceful and feel more connected and view this
uncomfortable time as an incredible opportunity for
personal growth and change. Featured on ABC, NBC, CBS
and OWN and in the Wall Street Journal, Vogue, Cosmo
and many other publications, Dashama is the go-to
expert to share wisdom, practical advice, tips and
secrets to feeling happier, healthier and more
harmonious, especially during challenging times. She is
the founder of Pranashama Yoga Institute and the author
of five books including “Journey to Joyful.” Contact
Dashama Gordon at (808) 283-2646; dashama@dashama.com

17. ==> From Viruses to Migraines and Beyond – Self-
Healing Secrets

Countless people in your audience (and studio) are
dealing with diseases and health challenges they never
expected, and which hit them seemingly out of the blue.
What do you do when such life-impacting issues strike
with little warning? First, you can feel confident and
empowered that we humans have innate abilities to begin
self-healing and strengthening. So says acclaimed
physician and speaker Nelie Johnson, M.D., initiator of
the forum It’s Time to Heal, which offers an
integrative approach to treating illness. Invite this
outspoken expert on-air to hear her advice for health
and longer life. Learn why self-healing is so powerful
and necessary, what kind of messages we receive from
our bodies and the link between emotions and disease.
Dr. Johnson’s latest book is “The Healing Message of
Illness.” Contact Dr. Nelie Johnson at (604) 334-3853;
njohnson@rtirguests.com

18. ==> How to Become Supernatural

The supernatural isn’t just the stuff of sci-fi movies.
According to Kim Chestney, we all possess these powers.
“A popular theme in our culture today is the cognitive
evolution of humanity — how the expansion of our
consciousness can give us the ability to know the
unknowable and experience the impossible,” she says.
Kim will share the simple yet powerful ways that you
can tap into your superpower and radically change your
life. The founder of IntuitionLab, Kim is the author of
“The Psychic Workshop” and the upcoming “Radical
Intuition: A Revolutionary Guide to Your Inner Power.”
Contact her at (412) 214-9502; KChestney@rtirguests.com

19. ==> Lady Rancher Helps Women Over 40 Wrangle Their
Best Lives

Like many women over 40, Sandra Matheson found herself
at a daunting crossroads. She was divorced, unable to
continue her career as a veterinarian due to work-
related chemical sensitivities and stuck with a money-
losing farm. But she managed to turn lemons into
lemonade by rebuilding her farm, which became a
metaphor for her life. “Just as a farmer grows crops,
you can make the choice to grow your dreams after 40,”
she says. “The main focus has to be on silencing your
inner critic.” Sandra is a co-host of New Cowgirl
Camps, which teach women about farming and ranching,
each June and August in Cheney, Wash. She is also the
author of the upcoming book “Thrive After 40 ? How to
Seize the Life of Your Dreams!” Contact Sandra at (360)
325-4221; smatheson@rtirguests.com

20. ==> ‘Little House’ Cast Reunites for Fans Online

Just like everyone else, Alison Arngrim is social
distancing because of the coronavirus pandemic. With no
work, and stuck at home, the actress who played Nellie
Oleson on “Little House on the Prairie” decided she
needed to do something. “I decided to read ALL the
Little House books, the complete works of Laura Ingalls
Wilder, all NINE books,” she says. “I knew it would
make me feel better, but then I thought, why keep it to
myself? I decided to read the books in order, LIVE on
Facebook, a chapter or two at a time, every single day
… while wearing a bonnet!” The response from friends
and fans has been overwhelming with people posting
pictures of themselves in bonnets reading the books.
Many tell her how much they enjoy it and how calming
and reassuring the words of Laura Ingalls Wilder are at
a time like this. Dean Butler, who played Almanzo
Wilder, has already joined her and several cast members
will also appear in the coming weeks. Alison Arngrim is
an author, activist, and stand-up comedian. She
currently serves as the president, national
spokesperson, and founding board member of The National
Association to Protect Children. Contact Harlan Boll at
(626) 296-3757; harlan@bhbpr.com

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April 14, 2020

01. What Workers Need from Their Companies Right Now
02. Economist on COVID: Young People ‘Going to Get Squashed’
03. The Main Street Bail-Out We Really Need
04. ‘Benji’ Creator: The Real Story 50 Years Later
05. Life After COVID-19: What You’ll Need to Do
06. What Day is It? How to Create Structure and Purpose in a Pandemic
07. Suddenly Working from Home? Tips to Stay Productive
08. Finding Happiness in the Time of Coronavirus
09. How to Thrive Under Continual Stress
10. Adrenaline, Cortisol and the Coronavirus
11. What Will Happen When We Run Out of Nurses?
12. Great for Earth Day: The Surprising Solution to Climate Change
13. Is Your Boss Crossing the Line? (And How to Recognize Fraud)
14. What Workplace Piracy Costs Us
15. How to Ask for Money When You Hate to
16. Draw Closer to Your Pets, Spouse and Fellow Shut-ins
17. This Sugar Witch Could Save Your Life
18. 3 Words a Parent Never Wants to Hear
19. How to Take God Seriously
20. Psychedelics: What’s Behind Their Rise in Popularity?

1.==> What Workers Need from Their Companies Right Now

Faced with long hours and health concerns, workers on
the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic are starting
to reach a breaking point. Millions of American workers
are already in the unemployment abyss, but for those
still working, or who might return to work, Rosabeth
Moss Kanter says business leaders should take note.
“How a company handles the people it lets go is noticed
by employees, as well as by customers and partners. And
a failure to prioritize worker concerns could cause a
further deterioration in trust in the business while
also prolonging the crisis by neglecting the health of
families and the economy.” The Harvard Business School
professor says business leaders should address four
priorities: physical, financial, emotional and
community health. She says, “The COVID-19 crisis should
be a wakeup call for compassionate attention to worker
needs. Business leaders need to heed the call, or risk
facing resentment and its consequences when the economy
opens again.” Contact Rosabeth Moss Kanter at (617)
495-6053; @RosabethKanter

2. ==> Economist on COVID: Young People ‘Going to Get
Squashed’

Economist and economic historian Peter Temin says the
COVID-19 pandemic has revealed a lot about America’s
“dual economy” model that features a split of two
separate sectors where people’s lives are vastly
different. Temin says the affluent sector makes up
about 20% of the population where people have stable
lives and good jobs, and an increasingly separate low-
wage sector, roughly 80%, where people struggle to get
by and find fewer and fewer ways to improve their lot.
Temin will explain what the COVID-19 pandemic reveals
about this system and which groups of citizens are most
economically at risk. “Kids who are working in the gig
economy are going to get squashed down with fewer and
fewer opportunities. Young people are very vulnerable,
especially those who have not been able to find a
steady job and get ahead.” He’ll also discuss who loses
when more students are taught online, and how we bridge
the gap between the two segments of American society.
Peter Temin is professor emeritus of economics at MIT
and author of “The Vanishing Middle Class.” Contact him
at (617) 253-3126; ptemin@mit.edu

3. ==> The Main Street Bail-Out We Really Need

Congress has been tasked with doing “whatever it takes”
to rescue corporations and the stock market but the
individuals, local governments and small businesses
suffering the devastating consequences of the shutdown
have essentially been left out of the bail-out,
according to Ellen Brown of the Public Banking
Institute. But she says relief for all is possible if
the central bank is run as a true public utility. “The
same sort of Treasury-owned Special Purpose Vehicle
(SPV) set up in the CARES Act to bail out businesses
and financial institutions can be used to bail out the
people and states. The systems are already in place to
issue relief funds immediately by direct deposit, and
this can be done for as long as needed.” Invite Brown
to discuss four immediate actions that will prevent a
financial catastrophe in our communities and set them
up for future fiscal health. From getting money in
people’s hands and into the economy, to debt relief and
helping states secure funding, Brown will explain how
public banks can help reboot the economy. Brown is
founder and chair of the Public Banking Institute,
which recently released an open letter to Congress: “A
‘Critical-Care’ Bailout for Main Street in the Face of
COVID-19 — How Public Banks Can Reboot the Real
Economy.” Contact her at
ellen@publicbankinginstitute.org, @ellenhbrown or Walt
McRee at walt@publicbankinginstitute.org,
@PublicBanksNow

4. ==> ‘Benji’ Creator: The Real Story 50 Years Later

Joe Camp created “Benji,” one of the most famous dog
movies of all time, but Camp was rejected by every
major studio in 1974 so he produced the film himself.
When it came time for distribution, he was rejected
again so he distributed it himself. Against all odds,
“Benji” became a summer blockbuster and Camp went on to
become a successful independent filmmaker. Now a
Tennessee farmer and author, Camp tells the story of
not only how “Benji” was brought to life, but how he
was brought to life. He says he didn’t realize until
decades later that every rejection had to happen just
as it did for people to see”’Benji” — and for him to
see God and the purpose in it all. With millions of
events, ceremonies, opportunities, and dreams now on
hold indefinitely or possibly lost, Camp encourages
people to trust that a bigger story is being written.
Joe Camp’s new book is “God Only Knows.” Contact Jason
Jones at jason@jonesliterary.com

5. ==> Life After COVID-19: What You’ll Need to Do

Yes, the day is coming when the pandemic will be behind
us. But, according to Dr. Annalee Kitay, before we even
have the chance to let out that big sigh of relief we
should be aware of this truth: “A great number of
people’s immune systems will be in a compromised
state,” she says. And, she adds, even people who look
healthy will still need to boost their immune systems.
Invite Dr. Kitay to explain why this is so and offer
some tips on what to eat and what supplements to take
to get back to where you were before you knew what
COVID-19 was. Dr. Kitay can also talk about the brain’s
role in immune function as well as share information
about the Neural Organization Technique that she
practices and trains physicians in. Neural Organization
Technique is one of health care’s best-kept secrets.
She is one of fewer than 50 practitioners in the U.S.,
who are using the revolutionary proven natural
technique to help people with everything from
concussions to learning disabilities and low-back pain.
Dr. Kitay did several guest spots with the late Dr.
(Robert) Atkins. Contact Dr. Kitay at (561) 462-4733;
akitay@rtirguests.com

6. ==> What Day is It? How to Create Structure and
Purpose in a Pandemic

There is a heaviness that seems to have descended on us
as we wait out the storm of COVID-19. Millions of us
are staying home and finding ourselves without a
schedule or a place to go. We can get up any time we
want (assuming we don’t have pets or little children
clamoring for our attention) and in addition to lack of
income, many of us are feeling lethargic. Bary Fleet, a
retired minister and psychologist, says one of the best
things we can do for ourselves is to create a
structure. “The night before, make a plan for the next
day. Get up at the same time each day; eat at scheduled
times, and perhaps most importantly, set goals for
yourself. Identify a project to tackle. Giving
ourselves structure and purpose on a daily basis is
critical in these uncertain times to avoid depression
and lethargy.” Bary Fleet is the author of “Move into
Your Magnificence: 101 Invitations to a Life of Passion
and Joy.” Contact him at (410) 301-8240;
Bary@DrBaryFleet.com

7. ==> Suddenly Working from Home? Tips to Stay
Productive

Millions of Americans suddenly find themselves working
from home. Whether you are setting up shop at the
kitchen table or sequestering yourself in your bedroom,
this new way of doing business can take some getting
used to. Invite Sharon Fenster to share six strategies
to help get through this time and work at home
effectively. From setting a clear workday schedule to
creating a proper work environment, listeners will
learn how to make the best of this new working reality
and ways to keep a positive mindset and make the best
use of their workday. She says, “Interruptions are
tempting because of the social isolation we all feel
right now but try to compartmentalize your feelings and
keep work time separate from social time. It’s
important to stay in touch with friends and family, so
schedule those video and voice calls like FaceTime,
Zoom, or the good old-fashioned phone, during breaks
from work and other downtimes in your work schedule.” A
former president of the Public Relations Society of
America New York (PRSA – NY), Sharon is president of
Fenster Communications. Contact her at (914) 391-0275;
sharonfenster@gmail.com

8. ==> Finding Happiness in the Time of Coronavirus

It’s hard to remember a time when life was as hard as
it is now for so many people. And being happy may seem
to be taking a backseat to keeping your head above
water. But happiness and mental health coach Elana
Davidson says you can start your journey to happiness
now even if you have tried hard and failed at it
before. That pretty much describes Elana’s own journey
despite decades of exploration and study in the fields
of consciousness, psychology, personal development and
kinesiology. For anyone who has wondered why other
people are happier than they are or what is wrong with
them, Elana can be the perfect balm. She’s the author
of the eBook, “Finding Your Own Happy: The Soul-
Searchers Guide to Peace and Happiness in Everyday
Life,” published by Morgan James, which she is making
available to your audience for free. Contact Elana at
(413) 225-4758; elanadavidson@rtirguests.com

9. ==> How to Thrive Under Continual Stress

We know that when we suffer from continual stress,
choices seem limited and thereby decrease our
effectiveness. Behavioral scientists have a name for
this psychological reaction: learned helplessness.
Stress expert Marvin Marshall says it’s important to
acknowledge (and not ignore) how the brain changes when
under continual stress. “You can accomplish this by
realizing that regardless of the situation, stimulus,
or urge, a person always has a choice as to the
response. You can also develop the habit of redirecting
negative self-talk. Learning to act reflectively
(rather than reflexively) can prevent learned
helplessness that inevitably increases stress and
reduces effectiveness.” Marvin Marshall is an author,
educator and professional speaker. His “Without Stress”
series of books explains how to reduce stress in daily
life, work and relationships. Contact him at (714)
220-1882; Marv@MarvinMarshall.com

10. ==> Adrenaline, Cortisol and the Coronavirus

This is a stressful time and many people are feeling
anxious. But that’s the worst thing for our bodies
right now, according to Michael Platt, M.D. He’ll
explain how both stress and anxiety cause our bodies to
release a hormone called cortisol that impairs the
immune system, the main defense we have against the
coronavirus. “The primary cause of stress and anxiety
is excess adrenaline,” says Dr. Platt. Invite him on
your show to discuss his simple, unique approach to
lowering adrenaline. He says, “By providing the brain
with the two nutrients it requires, and using a 5%
progesterone cream that can be obtained without a
prescription, levels of excess adrenaline can be
lowered in less than 24 hours.” He’ll reveal other
surprising ways adrenaline affects the body, from
weight gain and insomnia to fibromyalgia and road rage.
Dr. Michael Platt is board-certified in internal
medicine and his practice specializes in wellness and
bioidentical hormones. A frequent media guest, Dr.
Platt is the author of several books including
“Adrenaline Dominance.” Contact him at (760) 836-3232;
meplatt2@gmail.com

11. ==> What Will Happen When We Run Out of Nurses?

Right now, we need nurses more than ever, but what kind
of career can you expect in the profession? What should
you know as you enter nursing school, graduate, become
registered, and begin a nursing career? What will it
take to keep you on the job? How can we all help
prevent nursing shortages since the aging population
needs such professionals more than ever? You’ll want to
explore this timely topic and the nursing experience
with all its implications by interviewing Nancy
Congleton. In addition to offering solutions to help
today’s nurses and ultimately everyone they serve, she
will reveal the unexpected realities of the nursing
profession, five relationship dynamics that nurses
face, legal issues, and the concerns everyone should
have when nurses feel so unprepared and overworked that
they leave. An outspoken registered nurse known as
Nurse Nancy, Nancy Covington has worked in the NICU, ER
and case management. She’s the author of “Autopsy of
the NP: Dissecting the Nursing Profession Piece By
Piece.” Contact Nancy Congleton at (918) 992-4616;
NCongleton@rtirguests.com

12. ==> Great for Earth Day: The Surprising Solution to
Climate Change

With a climate denier in the White House who may win
re-election, a neutered Environmental Protection
Agency, rising temperatures, melting ice caps,
wildfires, and other weird weather, a growing number of
millennials and other people are suffering from climate
anxiety — the fear that Earth will become
uninhabitable. That’s why an interview with Sankarshan
Das could not be timelier, especially with Earth Day
coming up on April 22nd. This expert can offer his
revolutionary perspective on how by cleaning up the
pollution within ourselves we can clean up all the
pollution in the world. He’ll explain why being anxious
can lead to greater happiness, comparing anxiety to a
dashboard warning light requiring our immediate
attention. He can also share how he has managed to have
zero anxiety in the past 50 years. Sankarshan Das is a
spiritual master with disciples all over the world and
is the author of the upcoming book “Conquer Your Mind
and Deliver the World: Empowering You to Awaken Your
Divine Consciousness and Create Global Happiness.” He
is also a singer-songwriter who once appeared onstage
between Jefferson Airplane and the Grateful Dead. His
song, “The Peace Formula,” has been praised by Barack
Obama. Contact him at (512) 643-6740;
sbridge@rtirguests.com

13. ==> Is Your Boss Crossing the Line? (How to
Recognize Fraud)

What does it really mean to be ethical in business and
life? Would you know fraud if you saw it at work or in
yourself? Interview John Smith – an ordinary guy who
unwittingly got caught up in the 1980s S&L crisis and
found out the hard way that you don’t have to commit a
crime to be convicted of one. “Most people are unaware
of what fraud actually is, so it’s overlooked, and
people remain unaware of illegal activity around them.
We all need to know exactly what fraud is, how it
happens, why it happens, and how to avoid it!” says
John. John Smith shares his gripping story and the
consequences of ethical and unethical behavior in his
book, “Embracing the Abyss,” which chronicles his
becoming part of a fraud scandal and how he eventually
received a presidential pardon. Contact John Smith at
(214) 216-2199; JSmith@rtirguests.com

14. ==> What Workplace Piracy Costs Us

Are your employees trustworthy? Or do they have sticky
fingers? They could be merely pilfering pencils or
other “won’t be missed” office supplies, but even minor
stealing affects profits and ultimately the economy.
So, who will help stop workplace crooks when they
upgrade their crimes to appropriating electronics,
clutching cash (like embezzling nuns who snatched
school funds for Vegas gambling) or cooking books for
personal gain? You, that’s who — by interviewing
profitability master Ruth King, author of “50 Ways
Employees and Vendors Steal from You” and the book
series “The Ugly Truth about Cash.” Ruth will reveal
how managers can corral crooks at work. She’ll explore
myths and truths about brazen cyber-stealing …
thwarting employee bandits’ stash-and-grab techniques
… recognizing temptation at the office … steps for
establishing a thief-proof workplace … and much more.
Ruth’s insights have already saved many businesses and
millions of dollars in profits. Contact her at (770)
615-2056; RKing@rtirguests.com

15. ==> How to Ask for Money When You Hate To

We all must ask for money at some point, even in a
recession, whether it’s for the PTA, kids’ sports
leagues, our local house of worship, or our favorite
charity. How can we do this without making our friends
feeling awkward or put on the spot? Leadership and
fundraising expert Marc A. Pitman gets it, and he’s
developed a simple strategy for helping anyone to ask
for money. This formula has successfully helped
volunteers on three continents raise the money they
need. He can tell your audience how to ask people for
money even when it feels uncomfortable and what can
help you raise money more effectively. His book, “Ask
Without Fear! A Simple Guide to Connecting Donors with
What Matters to Them Most,” explains how to build
authentic relationships with donors and help them
connect with your cause, plus the seven most common
fundraising mistakes and how to avoid them. Contact
Marc Pitman at (317) 751-1610; mpitman@rtirguests.com

16. ==> Draw Closer to Your Pets, Spouse and Fellow
Shut-ins

Bored with reading, streaming and playing video games?
Running out of things to say to your family members and
fellow social distancers? If you want to do something
fun that builds connection all it may take is a few
minutes of your time, a piece of paper and a pen or a
pencil. According to Lynn Matsuoka, considered the best
living reportage artist, the way to draw someone to you
is to draw them on paper! In an interview that works
just as well for radio as television, Lynn will explain
a simple technique anyone can employ, even the most
artistically impaired, fearful and untalented
individuals to do quick drawings that will build
connection and admiration. And while she is at it, Lynn
can tell stories of what it was like to take her own
drawing skills behind the scenes of such varied venues
as TV shows, concerts, sumo wrestling in Japan and the
Watergate hearings. For 40 years, Lynn has gotten paid
to be a fly on the wall, recording behind the scenes
activities in quick drawings and all the while
heightening her skills of observation. A great, one of
a kind interview, Lynn is a media favorite. Reach her
at (808) 479-5966; artist@hamptonsartist.com

17. ==>This Sugar Witch Could Save Your Life

How much sugar have you been eating and drinking? For
most people, the answer is “too much” and includes
hidden sugars they don’t even know about. These are the
folks who need the good kind of witch — Sugar Witch
Marsha Allen — to avoid the harmful effects of sugar
overwhelm such as obesity and type-2 diabetes. Marsha
will explain how her program can help anyone live a
sweeter and longer life without sugar addiction. She’ll
discuss how to recognize and avoid surprisingly super-
sweet foods, embrace healthier snacks and treats,
prevent cravings that send you onto the sugar highway,
keep kids from demanding sweets and more. Marsha is the
host of Sugar Addicts on Crown City News TV. She is the
author of “Spoiled Rotten on a Diet: Gluten, Sugar &
Dairy Free Made Simple.” Contact her at (902) 906-5231;
MAllen@rtirguests.com

18. == > 3 Words a Parent Never Wants to Hear

Rare. Incurable. Fatal. They are the worst words a
parent can hear about their child’s health. Have you
heard of Batten disease? It’s a rare group of genetic
nervous system disorders (like “Parkinson’s on
steroids”) that worsen over time, with children
experiencing progressive problems involving vision,
balance, muscle movement, intellectual skills, dementia
and seizures. Learn more by interviewing researcher and
author Amy Proebstel, who is helping to bring awareness
to the disease. You’ll learn why children get the
disease, what the first symptoms are and the prognosis
for those affected. Amy is the author of “The Rift in
Our Reality,” a touching story of a real-life ten-year-
old girl with the disease. A portion of book sales will
support Haley’s Foundation, the nonprofit named for the
girl. Contact Amy Proebstel at (503) 877-1119;
aproebstel@rtirguests.com

19. ==> How to Take God Seriously

Camilo Graza is sure to be one of the most fascinating
guests you’ll ever have. Graza is a man of science with
great knowledge of the heavens. He balances science and
faith as both an aerospace engineer and a lay preacher
who says it’s the smartest people who believe. Ask him:
Why are prayers and worship so important? Why is faith
alone not enough for salvation? How do you get to
heaven? Graza’s book “Passport to Heavenly Eternal
Life” has helped countless people take God seriously
and cherish life more. Graza will take questions and
discuss surprising biblical teachings for the 21st
century, exploring the creation of the universe and our
amazing earthly home. Contact Camilo Graza at (626)
341-1886; CGraza@rtirguests.com

20. ==> Psychedelics: What’s Behind their Rise in
Popularity?

If the word “psychedelic” makes you think of Woodstock,
the 1960s, and people dropping out of society, you are
behind the times. While still prohibited by law, some
once-considered “bad boys” of the drug culture (LSD,
Psilocybin, MDMA), are now being seriously studied by
science and found to be not-only completely non-
addictive, but more effective in the relief of anxiety,
addiction and depression than any known or traditional
treatment. Sparrow Hart can discuss both the incredible
promise of psychedelics as well as potential pitfalls
for their misuse in an addictive and distraction-
seeking culture. A Stanford University graduate, Hart
has spent his life studying the variety of ways to
alter and change consciousness. His varied career
includes a brief stint working in a slaughterhouse,
adventures in the Amazon, and over 30 years of leading
workshops on shamanism, conscious dreaming and vision
quests in nature. His latest book is “Letters to the
River: A Guide to a Dream Worth Living.” Contact him at
(801) 516-0740; SHart@rtirguests.com

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April 9, 2020

01. Bye, Bye, Bernie
02. Debi Mazar on Recovering from COVID and New Series
03. MIT Expert Warns Colleges to Stay Shut Through 2020
04. Passover and Easter: Can Religion Help Us Cope with COVID?
05. Interview the Singing Tree Lady for Earth Day or Arbor Day
06. 50 Years Ago, the Announcement That Shook the World
07. Fun Way to Get Closer to Your Pets, Spouse and Fellow Shut-ins
08. Outsmart Your Brain: How to Make Healthy Choices When You Crave Comfort
09. Could Sloppy Record-Keeping Cost You Your Life?
10. Don’t Worry, Be Healthy: Balancing Fears with Facts
11. Make Positive Changes and Choices During Negative Times
12. Don’t Toss Out These 5 Keepsakes for Your Kids
13. Changing Careers Now: Tips from a Pro
14. What Happens When Exes Fight Over a Frozen Embryo?
15. Why 50 Isn’t the New 30 … It’s Way Better
16. Social Distancing is a Great Time to Write a Book!
17. Should You Hang Up on Doctor Google?
18. Fibro Lady Delivers You Pain-Free Living
19. Get off Social Media and Get Outside!
20. How to Make Your Own Mask

1.==> Bye, Bye, Bernie

Senator Bernie Sanders ended his presidential campaign
on Wednesday, clearing Joe Biden’s path to the
Democratic nomination and a showdown with President
Donald Trump in November. Discuss Sanders’ candidacy
with political commentator and talk show host Arnie
Arnesen. She says Sanders appealed to those in America
who are currently hurting. “He has moved the entire
agenda of the Democratic Party not to the left, but to
where the essence and soul of the party has
historically been. About workers, about justice, about
investment in infrastructure, about health care as a
right and an environment that sustains us and does not
serve the interests of corporate success and America’s
failure. The New Dems under Bill Clinton moved the
party into the arms of Wall Street and had more in
common with a moderate Republican party that no longer
exists in America.” In addition to her daily talk show
The Attitude, Arnesen is a frequent political
commentator in Boston and New England radio and has
appeared on CNN and other major media. She served for
eight years as a member of the New Hampshire House of
Representatives and ran for governor of the state in
1992. Contact her at nharnie@gmail.com; @pchowder

2. ==> Debi Mazar on Recovering from COVID and New
Series

Two bits of good news from Debi Mazar: She’s feeling
much better and recovering from the coronavirus AND
she’s got a fun, new TV series premiering May 5. Mazar
tested positive for COVID-19 in late March and says
she’s almost symptom-free, but it was tough going for a
while. For fans looking to escape as they self-isolate
at home, her new series Arde Madrid: Burn Madrid Burn
is about to start. Set in the swinging ‘60s of Spain,
the critically acclaimed dramedy is loosely based on
actress and Hollywood star Ava Gardner’s move to Madrid
to flee her husband Frank Sinatra, Metro Goldwyn Mayer,
and the paparazzi. It’s shot in black and white and
captures the Dolce Vita lifestyle as seen through the
imagined life of Gardner, played by Debi Mazar speaking
Spanish, along with a Spanish cast featuring Paco Leon
and Inma Cuesta. (Don’t worry, there are subtitles!)
The series premieres May 5 on MHz Network, a streaming
service featuring a library of international television
mysteries, dramas, comedies and documentaries subtitled
in English. Contact Kelly Hargraves at
khargraves@mhznetworks.org or kellyhargraves@gmail.com

3. ==> MIT Expert Warns Colleges To Stay Shut Through
2020

Many experts are worried about a second surge in the
coronavirus this fall. Especially vulnerable, would be
college towns where the population swells as summer
ends. MIT professor Dr. Richard Lawson says Boston’s
150,000 students would be better off not returning to
campus in the fall and taking a ”gap period” instead.
Without a plan to self-quarantine when they return from
around the world in August, Dr. Larson envisions “this
could become a huge infection-seeding event, creating a
major second wave of infections here.” He proposes
creating a “gap period” of four to five months instead
of coming back to campus. “These would be organized,
vetted and managed by the students’ home universities
or colleges. Have the students work for society, in
safe ways but in ways that help bring us all back to
normality. I bet that such four- or five-month
experiences would be very positive game-changers for
many students,” Larson says. Richard Larson is co-
director of the MIT Operations Research Center. For
much of his career, Dr. Larson’s primary area of
research was in the area of urban systems, and
especially on the effectiveness and efficiency of urban
emergency services. Contact him at (617) 253-3604;
rclarson@mit.edu

4. ==> Passover and Easter: Can Religion Help Us Cope
with COVID?

Jews are observing Passover and Christians are
approaching their holiest day of the year on Sunday,
but there will be no big seders or family gatherings
this year. Synagogues and churches are closed, and
people are being told to stay apart just when we’re
feeling the need to be closer to our loved ones.
Discuss the role of religion and spirituality in mental
health with clinical forensic psychologist Dr. John
Huber. He’ll discuss studies that show the benefits of
believing and how having a strong sense of “oneness”
leads to greater life satisfaction. Ask him: What are
some of the ways that a belief in God or any form of
religion/spirituality can impact someone’s mental
health? Do you think people who believe they’re
protected by God, the Universe or something bigger than
themselves are less susceptible to succumbing to fears
related to the coronavirus? For those who aren’t
religious, what are some ways to mentally endure
COVID-19? Dr. John Huber is chairman of the nonprofit
organization Mainstream Mental Health. He has appeared
on hundreds of radio shows, dozens of TV programs and
hosts his own show, Mainstream Mental Health Radio.
Contact Ryan McCormick at (516) 901-1103; (919)
377-1200; ryan@goldmanmccormick.com

5. ==> Interview the Singing Tree Lady for Earth Day or
Arbor Day

Laurie Marshall is a two-for-one guest who can help you
celebrate Earth Day (April 22) and Arbor Day (April 24)
in a year in which environmental holidays are more
important than ever. Laurie is capable of discussing
everything from fascinating facts about trees (did you
know that tree-like structures show up in lungs,
brains, arteries, and rivers or that trees communicate
with each other?) to how to talk to kids about the
overwhelming issues of the pandemic and climate change
by involving them in finding solutions. Laurie is a
cutting-edge educator whose many books include “Beating
the Odds Now” and “Singing Trees: A Growing Forest.”
Known as The Tree Lady, Laurie is a project-based
learning and arts integration specialist who has worked
with underserved youth for over 30 years. Her partners
include FEMA and Project Drawdown, the World’s Leading
Resource for Climate Solutions. She has trained over
6,000 teachers in project-based learning and
facilitated 125 nature-based murals with over 25,000
people in schools, nonprofits, and government agencies.
Contact Laurie Marshall at (415) 360-3304;
lmarshall@rtirguests.com

6. ==> 50 Years Ago, the Announcement That Shook the
World

On April 10, 1970, Paul McCartney made it official. He
was leaving the Beatles and the group’s eight-year run
of creating the soundtrack of a generation was over.
While the individual members would go on to create many
top hits of their own — “Maybe I’m Amazed,” “Jet,”
“Imagine, “Starting Over,” “My Sweet Lord, “Give Me
Love,” “You’re Sixteen,” and “Photograph” for example —
few would have predicted just how influential the
Beatles would continue to be 50 years later when their
“White Album” made it into the Billboard Top 10 — a
half-century after its release! The Fab Four wrote this
album while on retreat in Rishikesh, India, with
Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, founder of Transcendental
Meditation (TM). From baby boomers to millennials, the
Beatles remain a favorite. Susan Shumsky is a rare
insider who spent 22 years in the ashrams and six years
on the personal staff of Maharishi. She can entertain
your audience with stunning, fascinating, unknown facts
and meanings of songs you’ve grown up with. Her Ben
Franklin Book Award-winning tell-all memoir, “Maharishi
& Me: Seeking Enlightenment with the Beatles’ Guru,”
reveals hidden information about Maharishi’s influence
on the Beatles. Susan Shumsky has 17 books in print and
has proven to be an enthralling guest during more than
1,100 media appearances. Contact Susan Shumsky at (917)
336-7184; SShumsky@rtirguests.com

7. ==> Fun Way to Get Closer to Your Pets, Spouse and
Fellow Shut-ins

Bored with reading, streaming and playing video games?
Running out of things to say to your family members and
fellow social distancers? If you want to do something
fun that builds connection all it may take is a few
minutes of your time, a piece of paper and a pen or a
pencil. According to Lynn Matsuoka, considered the best
living reportage artist, the way to draw someone to you
is to draw them on paper! In an interview that works
just as well for radio as television, Lynn will explain
a simple technique anyone can employ, even the most
artistically impaired, fearful and untalented
individuals to do quick drawings that will build
connection and admiration. And while she is at it, Lynn
can tell stories of what it was like to take her own
drawing skills behind the scenes of such varied venues
as TV shows, concerts, sumo wrestling in Japan and the
Watergate hearings. For 40 years, Lynn has gotten paid
to be a fly on the wall, recording behind the scenes
activities in quick drawings and all the while
heightening her skills of observation. A great, one of
a kind interview, Lynn is a media favorite. Reach her
at (808) 479-5966; artist@hamptonsartist.com

8. ==> Outsmart Your Brain: How to Make Healthy Choices
When You Crave Comfort

Millions of Americans are stuck at home, gyms are
closed and we’re not only more sedentary, but we’re
also stressed and depressed. We’re eating foods we
think will give us comfort, but many times they are not
the healthiest choices. Invite Ed Dodge, M.D., to share
ways to keep a positive mindset and how that can make
all the difference to your success in maintaining a
healthy eating regime. He’ll tell your audience which
wholesome foods can help you feel full so you stay on
track and share four types of processed foods that
contribute to the development of life-threatening
chronic diseases. Dr. Dodge’s latest book, “Family: A
Family Doc’s Memoir of Life in Africa and the U.S.,”
shares his journey from his childhood in the wilds of
Africa, where he enjoyed exotic fruits and ate antelope
and buffalo, to experiencing culture shock as a teen
returning to the U.S. After becoming a physician, he
returned to Africa to work and later to volunteer. As
host of Healthy Living Radio, Dr. Dodge has interviewed
groundbreaking leaders in medicine and he has been
honored by the Johns Hopkins University Center for a
Livable Future. Contact Dr. Ed Dodge at (484) 259-9887;
edodge@rtirguests.com

9. ==> Could Sloppy Record-Keeping Cost You Your Life?

In the middle of a pandemic, keeping your own medical
records in order is more important than ever. In a
medical emergency, anyone can be rattled enough to
forget important details, finding themselves unable to
answer physicians’ important questions about their
health or that of a loved one. Anne McAwley-LeDuc, a
retired nurse practitioner (APRN), learned this the
hard way after her husband fell down the stairs and
showed signs of paralysis. At the hospital, physicians
sought answers about his medical history but she
couldn’t answer vital questions. McAwley-LeDuc wants to
help others — especially ordinary folks with no medical
background — advocate for themselves and their loved
ones for better and safer health care. She’ll discuss
the role patients play in reducing medical errors, ways
disorganized medical records can be deadly, and why so
few patients keep good medical records or grasp the
need to do so. Anne McAwley-LeDuc developed the
“Personal Health Organizer” to keep essential medical
information in one place and provide a snapshot of your
health history. Contact her at (860) 642-1786;
a.mcawley.leduc@charter.net

10. ==> Don’t Worry, Be Healthy: Balancing Fears with
Facts

Erasing stress is not only critical to success but also
critical to our survival, says Janet McKee, a former
Fortune 500 executive who nearly died from massive
stress and burnout. But how can we erase stress in the
midst of a pandemic? McKee knows. Allow her to explain
how to balance fear with facts to reach a place of calm
acceptance, how to maintain positive energy to get your
power back amid the chaos and to self-regulate the news
you take in. She’ll also share four ways to build a
strong immune system and even discuss the good that is
coming out of the epidemic. Janet McKee, MBA, CHPC,
CHHC, is a High-Performance™ success coach, wellness
expert, and CEO of SanaView. She is the author of the
No. 1 bestseller “Stressless Success: The Surprising
Secrets to a Life of Passion, Purpose, and Prosperity.”
Contact her at (724) 417-6695; janet@janetmckee

11. ==> Make Positive Changes and Choices During
Negative Times

Remember when you used to dread rush-hour traffic,
thought how sweet it would be to stay home instead of
going to work, or dreamed about taking a sick day?
Times have changed. Now many of us wish we didn’t have
to stay at home and long to have more choices. But, as
former radio host and award-winning author Rico Racosky
will tell you, we all have the power to change our life
stories and form new habits even during the most trying
times. Known as the New Story Guy, Rico can share his
“Just 2 Choices” concept with your listeners. In
addition to his work in radio, this upbeat guest is a
keynote speaker and thought leader on overcoming
personal and work-related obstacles. Ask about his free
downloads for clear thinking! Contact Rico at (730)
572-1322; rracosky@rtirguests

12. ==> Don’t Toss Out These 5 Keepsakes for Your Kids

Nowadays many people try to make their home look sleek
and minimalistic. But our homes still need elements of
history and personality to come alive. So, think twice
before issuing a blanket refusal when offered keepsakes
from downsizing parents and grandparents, advises
lifestyle journalist Suzanne Wexler. Let Suzanne tell
you which five keepsakes you should never toss out.
Suzanne will also share her hilarious story of what
happened when she unexpectedly had a truckload of
antiques from her late grandparents’ home show up at
her new house. Suzanne is published in the Huffington
Post, National Post, Bust.com and her work has been
syndicated throughout Canada. She’s been quoted in
Reader’s Digest, Goodhousekeeping.com, and Prevention
magazine and provided commentary on CTV National and
Virgin Radio; she has been on more than 200 radio
stations in the U.S. and Canada. Contact her at (514)
704-0029; suzannawexler@hotmail.com

13. ==> Changing Careers Now: Tips from a Pro

Millions of Americans are now out of work. Some won’t
have a job to return to after the pandemic, while
others may find their previous career no longer serves
their needs. Geraldine Hogan will offer tips for anyone
who wants — or needs — to apply their skills in a new
direction. She has already helped thousands of
educators; business professionals and entrepreneurs
explore new opportunities. She can talk about her own
career journey as well. Learn three simple, life-
changing questions to ask before making any career
move, whether salary should guide your decision, and
how to overcome obstacles, hesitation and fear of the
unknown. Geraldine is a former educator, attorney and
judge and the author of “Career Moves for Teachers and
Other Professionals: Strategies for a Successful Job
Change.” Contact Geraldine Hogan at (305) 902-3869;
ghogan@rtirguests.com

14. ==> What Happens When Exes Fight Over a Frozen
Embryo?

Recent news stories have explored the issue of frozen
embryos caught in the crossfire of couples who have
uncoupled. Fertilized during happier times, these
embryos may remain in limbo forever and rack up storage
fees if the couples cannot agree on their future. Or,
as Nate Birt advises, the couple can agree to let the
frozen embryo be adopted by someone else, a possibility
they may not have considered. Learn more when you
interview Nate, whose daughter began life as another
couple’s frozen embryo. Nate is the author of “Frozen,
But Not Forgotten: An Adoptive Dad’s Step-by-Step Guide
to Embryo Adoption.” Ask him: What are some of the
controversies that surround frozen embryos? Are
fertilized embryos people or property? How costly is it
to adopt such an embryo? Contact Nate Birt at (417)
221-9045; Nbirt@rtirguests.com

15. ==> Why 50 Isn’t the New 30 … It’s Way Better

As we get older, we may not realize that things should
get better. With awareness, maturity, experience, and
motivation going for us, the second half of life offers
extraordinary opportunities and satisfaction. That’s
the message of Joe Swinger, who specializes in helping
adults in midlife enjoy the VIP life — one marked by
greater vibrancy, impact and purpose. He’ll discuss
what you should focus on (besides money) as you
approach and dive into retirement and offer ideas for
aging boomers who want to make a difference, recreate
and stay relevant. Joe created the Silver Linings
Network to encourage happiness, success and emotional
health in midlife and later years. Contact Joe Swinger
at (801) 865-7748: joeswinger@RTIRguests.com

16. ==> Social Distancing is a Great Time to Write a
Book!

You’ve wanted to write a book for years but never found
the time. Now that you’re sheltering in place at home,
this is the perfect time to begin writing. Author Andy
Hyman can tell your audience how to get started and
stay on track to complete their first book. He says
that by scheduling time every day, you can finally get
your book going. Invite him to reveal how to overcome
distractions and competing priorities, and even how to
get writing done when your kids are home and how to get
feedback on your manuscript. His book, “Snob Free Wine
Tasting Companion,” reveals how to get the most out of
a wine tasting experience, how to match foods with
specific wines, and how wine is made. Hyman has been
featured by Sonoma Magazine, the Marin Independent
Journal, Napa Valley Register, North Bay BIZ magazine,
and other radio and print outlets nationwide. Contact
him at (415) 767-1441 (CA); andyhyman@rtirguests.com

17. ==> Should You Hang Up on Doctor Google?

Every minute 70,000 health-related questions are asked
on Google, according to the search engine itself.
That’s one billion questions a day! But is this a good
thing? Not so much, says Trevor Campbell, M.D., who
points out that the worst scenarios of any condition
tend to draw the most interest. “It makes people
depressed, ruminative and can destroy hope,” he says,
adding that the resulting hypervigilance actually
worsens the lot of people who suffer from chronic pain,
his area of expertise. Dr. Campbell can also talk about
the ways technology brings its own stressors and what
the antidotes are for avoiding drama in cyberspace. Ask
him: How is technology robbing us of our leisure time?
How can we limit its reach this spring? Dr. Campbell is
a family physician who studied medicine at the
University of Cape Town, South Africa, before
immigrating to Canada. His new book is “The Language of
Pain: Fast Forward Your Recovery to Stop Hurting.”
Contact Trevor Campbell at (250) 217-7832;
tcampbell@rtirguests.com

18. ==> Fibro Lady Delivers You Pain-Free Living

Every morning Leah McCullough appreciates that she no
longer deals with life-impacting pain, fatigue and
accompanying depression. But as the sought-after Fibro
Lady, so named because she overcame intense
fibromyalgia that pained her for decades, she’s on a
mission to help other pain sufferers do the same.
Invite this informative expert on-air to discuss
secrets to upbeat mood and boundless energy as you
recover. Leah is the author of “Freedom from
Fibromyalgia: 7 Steps to Complete Recovery” and “Eat to
Energize.” She also offers the online program Fibro
Pain is a Pain (And What You Can Do About It.) Contact
her at (859) 279-0413; LMcCullough@rtirguests.com.

19. ==> Get off Social Media and Get Outside!

Feeling low on energy? Need a spring in your step or a
new attitude? Put down the iPad or remote and get
outside for a quick perk up that can make you feel
better. Invite award-winning screenwriter, author,
TV/film producer, journalist, and TV host Maryann
Ridini Spencer to reveal why simply getting outdoors
and surrounding yourself with nature can improve your
mood and your health. She can tell your audience how it
also helps with your focus and creativity. Maryann is
the author of the award-winning novel “Lady in the
Window” and the new Amazon bestseller, “The Paradise
Table.” Her work has appeared on Hallmark Hall of Fame
(CBS-TV), the Hallmark Channel, CNN, USA, Syfy,
Showtime, PBS, and many others. Contact Maryann Ridini
Spencer at (818) 884-0104; recprinfo@gmail.com

20. ==> How to Make Your Own Mask

Research scientist Jeremy Howard argued in a Washington
Post article last week that “we should all wear masks —
store-bought or homemade — whenever we’re out in
public.” He pointed to findings in dozens of scientific
papers that indicate even the most basic of masks can
be an effective tool in reducing virus transmission.
The article went viral sparking a nationwide grassroots
movement in the U.S. and created enough buzz that
within days the CDC changed its guidance and now
recommends all Americans wear masks in public. “Masks
are the closest thing we have right now to this kind of
imperfect vaccine,” he says. Howard founded the social
media campaign #Masks4All which encourages people to
make their own face masks at home so that medical
workers have access to personal protective equipment.
Patterns, instructions and information can be found
online at masks4all.co. Jeremy Howard is a
distinguished research scientist at the University of
San Francisco, founding researcher at fast.ai and a
member of the World Economic Forum’s Global AI Council.
Contact him at media@masks4all.co

April 7, 2020

01. ‘Little House’ Cast Reunites for Fans Online
02. China Flexes its Soft Power with ‘COVID Diplomacy’
03. #Masks4All: Mask Up, America!
04. Is it Safe to Go to the Supermarket?
05. Do a Show on the 50th Anniversary of the Beatles Breakup
06. Home Alone? You Wish! Coping with Too Much Family Time
07. Keep Coronavirus from Knocking Out Your Bank Account
08. Addiction to Fear Causes More Suffering than COVID
09. Interview the Singing Tree Lady for Earth Day or Arbor Day
10. How Japan Will Cope with the Canceled Olympics
11. And You Thought the White House Couldn’t Get Any Weirder
12. Bigfoot and Aliens: A Real-Life Adventure Story
13. Consumer Alert: Billions Lost Due to Insurance Policy Lapse
14. Is Honesty Disappearing?
15. Book This Guest If You’ve Ever Crammed for a Test!
16. Can Doing Push-ups Save Your Life?
17. The Real Reason We Self-Sabotage
18. How to Amp Up Your Inner Fountain of Youth
19. The Luckiest Families Have Super-Grandparents
20. Mountain Climber Helps Women Reach Their Peak

1.==> ‘Little House’ Cast Reunites for Fans Online

Just like everyone else, Alison Arngrim is social
distancing because of the coronavirus pandemic. With no
work, and stuck at home, the actress who played Nellie
Oleson on Little House on the Prairie decided she
needed to do something. “I decided to read ALL the
Little House books, the complete works of Laura Ingalls
Wilder, all NINE books,” she says. “I knew it would
make me feel better, but then I thought, why keep it to
myself? I decided to read the books in order, LIVE on
Facebook, a chapter or two at a time, every single day
… while wearing a bonnet!” The response from friends
and fans has been overwhelming with people posting
pictures of themselves in bonnets reading the books.
Many tell her how much they enjoy it and how calming
and reassuring the words of Laura Ingalls Wilder are at
a time like this. Dean Butler, who played Almanzo
Wilder, has already joined her and several cast members
will also appear in the coming weeks. Alison Arngrim
is an author, activist, and stand-up comedian. She
currently serves as the president, national
spokesperson, and founding board member of The National
Association to Protect Children. Contact Harlan Boll at
(626) 296-3757; harlan@bhbpr.com

2. ==> China Flexes its Soft Power with ‘COVID
Diplomacy’

China’s government was criticized for its slow response
to the coronavirus and early attempts to cover it up.
Now, with the disease reportedly under control and
factories reopening, China is exporting vital supplies
to other nations, an effort to rebrand the pandemic
from a disaster of its own making to a symbol of its
leadership and strength. “China is building its soft
power,” says Nouriel Roubini, an economist at NYU who
was an adviser to presidents Clinton and Obama. “They
are going to use this crisis to say, ‘Our political
system is better, our technological model is better,
our economic model is better.’” Roubini says China’s
seemingly rapid rebound provides a powerful message
that could extend the country’s influence. And he says
the crisis may have profound implications for the
global balance of power if the U.S. doesn’t come up
with a suitable counterplay. “The political, economic,
and social model of China is going to be appealing to
many semi-authoritarian countries,” Roubini says.
“Traditional market-oriented democracy is under
threat.” Nouriel Roubini is also CEO of Roubini Macro
Associates, LLC, a global macroeconomic consultancy
firm in New York. Contact him at (212) 998-0886;
nroubini@stern.nyu.edu

3. ==> #Masks4All: Mask Up America!

Research scientist Jeremy Howard argued in a Washington
Post article last week that “we should all wear masks —
store-bought or homemade — whenever we’re out in
public.” He pointed to findings in dozens of scientific
papers that indicate even the most basic of masks can
be an effective tool in reducing virus transmission.
The article went viral sparking a nationwide grassroots
movement in the U.S. and created enough buzz that
within days the CDC changed its guidance and now
recommends all Americans wear masks in public. “Masks
are the closest thing we have right now to this kind of
imperfect vaccine,” he says. Howard founded the social
media campaign #Masks4All which encourages people to
make their own face masks at home so that medical
workers have access to personal protective equipment.
Patterns, instructions and information can be found
online at masks4all.co. Jeremy Howard is a
distinguished research scientist at the University of
San Francisco, founding researcher at fast.ai and a
member of the World Economic Forum’s Global AI Council.
Contact him at media@masks4all.co

4.==> Is it Safe to Go to the Supermarket?

Supermarkets throughout the U.S. have implemented
safety measures during the pandemic, but some officials
have recommended cutting back on grocery visits over
the next couple of weeks. We all need food, so how can
we shop safely? Lauren Sauer, director of operations
for Johns Hopkins Office of Critical Event Preparedness
and Response, recommends staying away from busy aisles
and making sure to stand six feet away from the person
in front of you at the checkout line. “When you’re
walking through the store, the hardest part is passing
people in the aisle,” Sauer says. “Really avoid passing
closely by people when you can.” She also advises
bringing an alcohol-based sanitizer to the supermarket
along with some disinfectant wipes, if available.
Contact Lauren Sauer at (410) 735-6469;
lsauer2@jhmi.edu

5. ==> Do a Show on the 50th Anniversary of the Beatles
Breakup

On April 10, 1970, Paul McCartney made it official. He
was leaving the Beatles and the group’s eight-year run
of creating the soundtrack of a generation was over.
While the individual members would go on to create many
top hits of their own — “Maybe I’m Amazed,” “Jet,”
“Imagine, “Starting Over,” “My Sweet Lord, “Give Me
Love,” “You’re Sixteen,” and “Photograph” for example —
few would have predicted just how influential the
Beatles would continue to be 50 years later when their
“White Album” made it into the Billboard Top 10 — a
half-century after its release! The Fab Four wrote this
album while on retreat in Rishikesh, India, with
Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, founder of Transcendental
Meditation (TM). From baby boomers to millennials, the
Beatles remain a favorite. Susan Shumsky is a rare
insider who spent 22 years in the ashrams and six years
on the personal staff of Maharishi. She can entertain
your audience with stunning, fascinating, unknown facts
and meanings of songs you’ve grown up with. Her Ben
Franklin Book Award-winning tell-all memoir, “Maharishi
& Me: Seeking Enlightenment with the Beatles’ Guru,”
reveals hidden information about Maharishi’s influence
on the Beatles. Susan Shumsky has 17 books in print and
has proven to be an enthralling guest during more than
1,100 media appearances. Contact Susan Shumsky at (917)
336-7184; SShumsky@rtirguests.com

6. ==> Home Alone? You Wish! Coping with Too Much
Family Time

What happens when family members are forced to
congregate together for long periods in small spaces?
Arguments, bickering, door slamming. As communication
expert Raj Girn will point out, nuclear families
weren’t created to handle unlimited close contact with
multiple personality types. With few alternatives for
the moment, what can we do? Raj, who has been working
lately with clients who have been grappling with the
suffocation of being stuck at home with spouses, kids,
grandparents, and even pets, can offer three tips for
boosting your emotional intelligence around effective
communication while being stuck in isolation. Raj is a
well-known media personality in Canada and a serial
media entrepreneur who has worked in many
communication-intensive industries with thought
leaders, celebrities, and multinational corporations.
Contact her at (647) 490-3158; Rgirn@rtirguests.com

7. ==> Keep Coronavirus from Knocking Out Your Bank
Account

The coronavirus has instantly made millions of people’s
financial lives worse. Maybe they’ve been laid off or
are working reduced hours or had to shut down their
businesses. And as we try to “flatten the curve,” bank
accounts are also being flattened. Until life returns
to normal, what can they do to stem the bleeding?
Interview Lorri Craig, a Certified Financial Planner
with a master’s degree in finance, to find out. She can
talk about ways to save money on everything from cell
phone plans to TV subscriptions, how to negotiate with
credit card companies and landlords and talk about why
the last place you want to cut back is at your kitchen
table. She’ll also share little-known legitimate ways
you can make money from home. Contact Lorri Craig at
(484) 453-1742; LCraig@rtirguests.com

8. ==> Addiction to Fear Causes More Suffering than
COVID

With increased isolation and crisis-filled news cycles,
many Americans are living in a self-imposed fear frenzy
but remain oblivious to the long-term consequences.
Boredom has set in, and the need to fill the void is
intensifying. Psychotherapist and addiction counselor
Donna Marks says addiction to fear is causing more
suffering than the coronavirus. “Fear creates chemical
releases in the body that mask the void. It´s at the
root of most addictions,” Dr. Marks claims. Invite the
author of “Exit the Maze – One Addiction, One Cause,
One Cure” to discuss how some people get so excited by
the sensations of being afraid that they become
addicted to it. She’ll also explain how that internal
uneasiness creates the need for sedation. You’ll learn
how staying glued to bad news, herding to the grocery
store, and obsessing about contracting the illness can
exacerbate an addiction to fear and ways to keep a
peaceful state of mind in spite of the real external
challenges we now face. Dr. Donna Marks has been in
private practice for more than 30 years. She helps
clients break unwanted patterns of behavior by
combining psychoanalysis and spirituality. Contact her
at (561) 436-9360; drdonnamarks@gmail.com

9. ==> Interview the Singing Tree Lady for Earth Day or
Arbor Day

Laurie Marshall is a two-for-one guest who can help you
celebrate Earth Day (April 22) and Arbor Day (April 24)
in a year in which environmental holidays are more
important than ever. Laurie is capable of discussing
everything from fascinating facts about trees (did you
know that tree-like structures show up in lungs,
brains, arteries, and rivers or that trees communicate
with each other?) to how to talk to kids about the
overwhelming issues of the pandemic and climate change
by involving them in finding solutions.  Laurie is a
cutting-edge educator whose many books include “Beating
the Odds Now” and “Singing Trees: A Growing Forest.”
Known as The Tree Lady, Laurie is a project-based
learning and arts integration specialist who has worked
with underserved youth for over 30 years. Her partners
include FEMA and Project Drawdown, the World’s Leading
Resource for Climate Solutions. She has trained over
6,000 teachers in project-based learning and
facilitated 125 nature-based murals with over 25,000
people in schools, nonprofits, and government agencies.
Contact Laurie Marshall at (415) 360-3304;
lmarshall@rtirguests.com

10. ==> How Japan Will Cope with the Canceled Olympics

For the first time in its nearly 125-year history, the
Summer Olympics have been canceled in peacetime. And
that’s a big deal. The Olympic Games are always a
bright spot in the lives of people all over the world,
for the athletes, spectators and those watching at home
as men and women push their bodies to their limits for
silver, gold and bronze medals. This year’s
cancellation of the Summer Olympics in Tokyo, while
necessary to avoid contagion, is a blow to Japan and
the athletes who have been training so hard. But if we
cannot watch the Summer Olympics at least we can talk
about them. Interview Lynn Matsuoka, an artist and
authority on Japan and Japanese life and culture who
spent 40 years living in that country documenting the
traditional worlds of sumo and kabuki in drawings and
paintings. She can talk about what’s happening on the
ground in Japan and what people living in Tokyo are
thinking and feeling about the postponement. Well-known
worldwide as a TV sumo color commentator, Lynn has done
hundreds of interviews. One of her upcoming books is
“The Secret World of Sumo.” Contact her at (808)
479-5966;  artist@hamptonsartist.com

11. ==> And You Thought the White House Couldn’t Get
Any Weirder

Did you know John Quincy Adams used to enjoy swimming
nude in the Potomac River? Or that doctors once held a
press conference to announce Dwight Eisenhower moved
his bowels? Or that Calvin Coolidge often conferred
with a raccoon? Or that First Lady Florence Harding
gave press interviews in her negligee? Or that George
H.W. Bush took showers with his dog? Author Hal
Marcovitz can talk about the many strange stories that
have been circulating around the White House since John
and Abigail Adams occupied the Executive Mansion,
including some very odd stories about the current
occupant. Marcovitz, a longtime journalist, is the
author of the novel “Painting the White House,” which
tells the story of an ordinary house painter who finds
himself at the center of White House intrigues and
misadventures. Contact him at (215) 718-6807 or
hmarcovitz@aol.com

12. ==> Bigfoot and Aliens: A Real-Life Adventure Story

When she was 22, Patti Houtz was paid by an archeology
society to be part of an expedition that went in search
of Bigfoot. Also in the group were a National
Geographic photographer; her boyfriend John; and a
fisherman who was the latest person to see Bigfoot in
Big Cypress Swamp in the Everglades. What occurred
during the two days they spent in the swamp was
unforgettable and, in Patti’s opinion, life-changing,
and she is only now willing to share the experience on
your show. She’ll detail what happened and what she
thinks it means, and how her boyfriend ended up being
featured on the front page of The National Enquirer.
The Bigfoot story is just one of the adventures Houtz
shares in her upcoming memoir “Solo By Choice.” Contact
her at (775) 451-3191; PHoutz@rtirguests.com

13. ==> Consumer Alert: Billions Lost Due to Insurance
Policy Lapse

Imagine if you could receive cash for that life
insurance policy you or your parents don’t need
anymore! Did you know that $70 billion of life
insurance policies go to waste annually? Simply because
consumers don’t know a little-known secret that, if you
qualify, you could receive up to 75% of your death
benefits in CASH! Many professional advisors such as
attorneys and CPAs are now becoming aware of this and
trying to help their clients avoid this waste and turn
it into cash. David Kottler, the Insurance Doctor™,
will educate your audience and tell you what life
insurance companies don’t want you to know! David
combines his legal and business experience with a
passion for philanthropy. His book, “The Best Kept
Money Secret in Your Insurance Policy,” details
everything your audience needs to know to get that
insurance policy working for them. Contact David
Kottler at (216) 532-1221; DKottler@rtirguests.com

14. ==> Is Honesty Disappearing?

In a recent Gallup Poll on honesty, respondents said
that just 13% of senators were honest and ranked
governors’ and business executives’ honesty at 20%.
With the press (28% honest) routinely fact-checking
everything the president says it makes you wonder
whether honesty has become a relic of the past. And if
it is, author and leadership expert Steven Mays says,
“Why are we surprised when we get terrible results from
our leaders?  It’s our own damned fault.” He’ll reveal
why talent is important in people who serve as leaders,
but developing it at the expense of character and
honesty is an all too common mistake. Mays is the
author of “Power of 3 Leadership, Lessons in
Leadership.” A graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy at
Annapolis who served on nuclear submarines, he was a
mathematician, electrical engineer and nuclear engineer
who worked in private industry and at the Nuclear
Regulation Commission. Contact him at (703) 552-5672;
smays@rtirguests.com

15. ==> Book This Guest If You’ve Ever Crammed for a
Test!

Have you ever crammed for a test? How about your kids?
Chances are the answer is yes. But did you know that
cramming almost never leads to learning? It’s true!
Most students cram to get that “A” on Friday … but they
have forgotten vital information by Monday. The “Cram
Plan” just doesn’t work long-term. Interview Lee
Jenkins, educator, administrator and author of “How to
Create a Perfect School,” so he can explain how a
“perfect school” is possible when we take away the
cramming game that teachers and students play.
According to Lee, it’s easier than you think to solve
the educational dilemma in this country by getting rid
of cramming, once and for all. Lee Jenkins has been an
educator and administrator both in public schools and
universities. Contact him at (484) 306-8784;
LJenkins@rtirguests.com

16. ==> Can Doing Push-ups Save Your Life?

Can it be true that push-ups — the same exercise you
learned in gym class — have more to offer your
listeners than you might imagine? With research-based
upper-body fitness expert Kristen Carter as your guide,
you’ll learn why this free exercise could likely save
your life and, surprisingly, is a more accurate way to
assess cardiovascular health than the usual treadmill
test. Ask her what is the significance of the Harvard
study of male firefighters? Does muscle strength
correlate with lower mortality? Kristen is a Certified
Precision Nutrition Coach with a master’s degree in
exercise physiology. She is the author of “Lose Weight?
Exercise More? I Don’t Think So! What to Do When Your
Doctor Tells You to Make Changes for Your Health.”
Contact her at (267) 930-2547; kacarter@rtirguests.com

17. ==> The Real Reason We Self-Sabotage

We do things we shouldn’t … from eating too much fast
food to smoking cigarettes and dating unsuitable
people. We know these things are wrong for us but we do
them anyway, often not knowing why. Elana Davidson is a
happiness and mental health coach who can tell you how
to figure out why your subconscious is getting in your
way and how to talk it down. Elana’s professional
training spans decades of exploration and study in the
fields of consciousness, psychology, personal
development and kinesiology. Elana will tell your
audience members how they can get a free copy of her
eBook, “Finding Your Own Happy: The Soul-Searchers
Guide to Peace and Happiness in Everyday Life,”
published by Morgan James. Contact Elana at (413)
225-4758; elanadavidson@rtirguests.com

18. ==> How to Amp Up Your Inner Fountain of Youth

It’s spring, a time of rejuvenation for the world and
you. It’s also time to pick up simple tips from Diana
Ruiz that can turn your inner fountain of youth on
high. Diana is a wellness and stress relief coach who
approaches health from a mind, body, and water
perspective. She’ll share her favorite health hacks —
including what to eat, think and feel — to help you to
feel better and look younger. She can answer such
questions as what is the single most powerful thing you
can do to supercharge your body’s natural rejuvenation?
And what is the mind, body, and water connection?
Diana is the author of “Healing Your Life with Water:
How to Use Your Mind Body and Water Connection to
Awaken Your Inner Fountain of Youth.” She can offer
your audience a free download that complements the
show’s subject matter. Contact her at (360) 550-9436;
DRuiz@rtirguests.com

19. ==> The Luckiest Families Have Super-Grandparents

Whether you call them Pap-pap or Grandfather, Meemaw or
Grammy, our grandparents play an important role in
preparing younger generations for a happier and more
successful life. But sometimes “super” grandparenting
is required, as Dr. Oliver Akamnonu and his wife
discovered. They left their high-powered careers and
significantly changed their lives to help their
daughter, Nena, throughout her pregnancy, while she was
in medical school! Once baby Lydia arrived, the
Akamnonus continued to demonstrate their super
grandparent skills. Invite them on your show and hear
what they learned about helping one’s family and how
that affects health, education, income, relationships,
and society overall. You’ll learn five things super
grandparents always do (and never do,) why financial
support and childcare are only the beginning of the
best grandparenting, and why you needn’t live nearby to
be super grandparents. Listeners will leave with great
advice on how to make sure children and grandchildren
always remember you with gratitude and love. The
Akamnonus co-authored “Little Baby Lydia, Grandma,
Grandpa and Student Mom: Saga of Family Role Reversal
and the New Times.” Contact them at (413) 206-6753;
oakamnonu@rtirguests.com

20. ==> Mountain Climber Helps Women Reach Their Peak

International retreat leader, author, attorney, and
mountain climber Mozella Perry Ademiluyi has helped
thousands of women globally to achieve their biggest
goals. Invite her to reveal why times of turmoil are
the best times for female leaders to make positive
change. She can also share why barriers and boundaries
make good targets for reaching success and how to
establish the attitudes that help women reach their
peak potential. Ademiluyi is a successful international
speaker and author who reached Mount Kilimanjaro’s
19,341-foot peak at the age of 60. She now teaches
professional women how to boldly embrace the steps that
help them reach their summit. Her book “Rise!” reveals
how each person can successfully climb her own
mountains. Contact her at (301) 437-7607;
mozella@mountainpeakstrategies.com

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April 2, 2020

01. Cybersecurity in the Time of COVID-19
02. Coronavirus Reveals America’s Broken Child Care System
03. Is Relief Just a Patch of America’s Safety Net?
04. When You Can’t Go Out, Go Inward
05. No Spring Baseball? Journal Opens Its Vault for Fans
06. Will the Virus Derail the Election?
07. Let’s Talk about Being Pregnant in a Pandemic
08. Suddenly Working from Home? Tips to Stay Productive
09. Flatten the Curve, Not Your Bank Account
10. Why Buying American is More Important than Ever
11. How to Thrive Under Continual Stress
12. From Viruses to Migraines and Beyond – Self-Healing Secrets
13. How to Avoid SDT: Social Distancing Trauma
14. On-and Off-Screen Star Edwina Findley Dickerson
15. 50 Years Ago, the Announcement That Shook the World
16. ‘Death Speaks to Me!’ Says the Undertaker’s Daughter
17. How That Little Voice in Your Head Can Change Your Life
18. Why Do So Many People Hate Themselves?
19. Lady Rancher Helps Women Over 40 Wrangle Their Best Lives
20. This Doc Reveals How Carbs Can Make You Drunk!

1.==> Cybersecurity in the Time of COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic overlaps the fields of public
health and cybersecurity in ways never observed before,
generating sobering reminders of underlying problems
and unheeded warnings that have continued to
characterize both fields in the United States for
decades. David P. Fidler can discuss how the
coronavirus highlights the cybersecurity
vulnerabilities in health care, a significant private-
sector activity and prominent component of critical
infrastructure, the issue of government surveillance
and privacy, and cyber espionage by states. David P.
Fidler is adjunct senior fellow for cybersecurity and
global health at the Council on Foreign Relations and
visiting professor at the Washington University School
of Law in St. Louis. Contact him at dfidler@cfr.org

2. ==> Coronavirus Reveals America’s Broken Child Care
System

The $2 trillion rescue package from the Feds includes
billions of dollars in bailouts for large corporations
suffering from the coronavirus crisis. But Melissa
Boteach of the National Women’s Law Center says there
is little in the package for the thousands of child
care programs at risk of permanently shutting their
doors and, by extension, the families they serve. She
says the government’s response misses the mark and
perpetuates ongoing shortcomings of our system.
“Caregiving has been devalued for a long time and
workers—93 percent of whom are women and
disproportionately women of color and immigrant
women—often make poverty wages. The challenges of
parents navigating a broken child care system have been
relegated to the realm of individual responsibility,
with many shouldering rising costs that constrain
already–tight family budgets.” Boteach says this system
has never been realistic. “Child care isn’t a luxury
when costs of living continue to rise, and parents must
seek work outside of the home. It’s a necessity that
keeps our economy going and communities strong. And
during a pandemic, if this work continues to be
devalued and our lawmakers don’t act urgently, all of
us will have to face the consequences.” Founded in
1972, The National Women’s Law Center is a nonprofit
organization that fights for gender justice. Contact
Gillian Branstetter at gbranstetter@nwlc.org; (202)
588-5180

3. ==> Is Relief Just a Patch of America’s Safety Net?

The emergency legislation enacted by Congress has
intensified the long-running debate about whether the
U.S. does enough in ordinary times to protect the
needy. “The crisis has made the need for benefits much
more visible and the people who receive them seem much
more sympathetic,” said Jane Waldfogel, a professor at
the Columbia University School of Social Work.
“Progressives will argue for making many of these
changes permanent, and conservatives will worry about
the costs and potential burden on employers, but this
has profoundly changed the playing field.” She says the
crisis has revealed holes in the safety net that the
needy have long understood. She’ll discuss the
patchwork system, largely built for good times, and why
this crisis could change everything. Jane Waldfogel is
the Compton Foundation Centennial Professor for the
Prevention of Children’s and Youth Problems, co-
director of the Columbia Population Research Center,
and a visiting professor at the Centre for Analysis of
Social Exclusion at the London School of Economics. The
author of six books, Dr. Waldfogel is a world authority
on policies that affect the well-being of children and
families. Contact her at (212) 851-2408;
jw205@columbia.edu

4.==> When You Can’t Go Out, Go Inward

The whole world is stuck at home. We’re being told to
isolate but if we stay inside on the couch glued to our
computers, TVs and phones, stuffing junk food into our
mouths as we mindlessly try to numb out the anxiety of
our desperate aloneness, a spiral downward is
inevitable. Yoga and meditation expert Dashama Gordon
says an alternative is to use this “alone time” to
focus on self-improvement. She’ll explain how listeners
can stay peaceful and feel more connected and view this
uncomfortable time as an incredible opportunity for
personal growth and change. Featured on ABC, NBC, CBS
and OWN and in the Wall Street Journal, Vogue, Cosmo
plus many other publications, Dashama is the go-to
expert to share wisdom, practical advice, tips and
secrets to feel happier, healthier and more harmonious,
especially during challenging times. She is the founder
of Pranashama Yoga Institute and the author of five
books including “Journey to Joyful.” Contact Dashama
Gordon at (808) 283-2646; dashama@dashama.com

5. ==> No Spring Baseball? Journal Opens Its Vault for
Fans

Sports fans look forward to spring and the start of
baseball season but in the age of COVID-19, nobody
knows when or if teams will take to the field this
year. In the meantime, Baseball Digest is doing its
part to keep baseball going by making its entire
inventory of more than 800 issues from 1942 through
2019 available for free. Invite Baseball Digest editor
in chief Rick Cerrone to discuss the role baseball has
played in previous national crises, how the coronavirus
has affected the magazine, and what listeners can
access online. Not to be confused with the catcher with
a similar name, Rick Cerrone was vice president of
public relations for the Pittsburgh Pirates from 1987
through 1993 and senior director of media from 1996
through 2006 for the New York Yankees. He often talks
about baseball on media all over the USA. Contact Mark
Goldman at (516) 639-0988; mark@goldmanmccormick.com

6. ==> Will the Virus Derail the Election?

The coronavirus pandemic is causing significant
disruptions to American elections. The need for social
distancing to prevent the rapid spread of the virus
requires people to stay away from crowds. That includes
polling locations. But it’s vital to ensure people can
still exercise their right to vote. Advocacy groups
like the American Civil Liberties Union and the Brennan
Center for Justice, as well as politicians from both
political parties, are calling on states to take quick
action to ensure that voters will be able to cast
ballots this year. “If that’s going to happen, it’s
going to have to be planned now,” says Rick Hasen, an
election law professor at the University of California-
Irvine and author of the book “Election Meltdown.”
Invite him to discuss how to increase options for
voting from home, including allowing no-excuse mail-in
absentee voting and mailing ballots to every voter, and
why states must maintain safe in-person polling
locations for communities, like Native Americans and
the non-English proficient, who need them. Rick Hasen
is a nationally recognized expert in election law and
campaign finance regulation, co-author of a leading
casebook on election law and co-editor of the quarterly
peer-reviewed publication Election Law Journal. Contact
him at rhasen@law.uci.edu; (949) 824-3072 or Mojgan
Sherkat at (949) 824-7937; msherkat@law.uci.edu

7. ==> Let’s Talk about Being Pregnant in a Pandemic

Being pregnant and giving birth are tough enough, but
when the world is in the middle of a pandemic, the
experience can be terrifying and traumatic. Alan
Lindemann, M.D., a longtime OB/GYN can discuss what
mothers-to-be need to know about giving birth during
the coronavirus crisis including how to stay healthy,
what you should know about the hospital where you plan
to give birth, and what to consider if you’re
contemplating a home birth. Dr. Lindemann has delivered
more than 6,000 babies (including many multiple births,
even quads) during his decades-long career. Contact Dr.
Lindemann at (701) 543-6182; dhaugen@rtirguests.com

8. ==> Suddenly Working from Home? Tips to Stay
Productive

Millions of Americans suddenly find themselves working
from home. Whether you are setting up shop at the
kitchen table or sequestering yourself in your bedroom,
this new way of doing business can take some getting
used to. Invite Sharon Fenster to share six strategies
to help get through this time and work at home
effectively. From setting a clear workday schedule to
creating a proper work environment, listeners will
learn how to make the best of this new working reality
and ways to keep a positive mindset and make the best
use of their workday. She says, “Interruptions are
tempting because of the social isolation we all feel
right now but try to compartmentalize your feelings and
keep work time separate from social time. It’s
important to stay in touch with friends and family, so
schedule those video and voice calls like FaceTime,
Zoom, or the good old-fashioned phone, during breaks
from work and other downtimes in your work schedule.” A
former president of the Public Relations Society of
America New York (PRSA – NY), Sharon is president of
Fenster Communications. Contact her at (914) 391-0275;
sharonfenster@gmail.com

9. ==> Flatten the Curve, Not Your Bank Account

The coronavirus has instantly made millions of people’s
financial lives worse. Maybe they’ve been laid off or
are working reduced hours or had to shut down their
businesses. And as we try to “flatten the curve,” bank
accounts are also being flattened. Until life returns
to normal, what can they do to stem the bleeding?
Interview Lorri Craig, a Certified Financial Planner
with a master’s degree in finance, to find out. She can
talk about ways to save money on everything from cell
phone plans to TV subscriptions, how to negotiate with
credit card companies and landlords and talk about why
the last place you want to cut back is at your kitchen
table. She’ll also share little-known legitimate ways
you can make money from home. Contact Lorri Craig at
(484) 453-1742; LCraig@rtirguests.com

10. ==> Why Buying American is More Important than Ever

As the transportation, hospitality, and entertainment
industries are hard hit by the coronavirus pandemic, we
are left wondering, what’s next? The markets are
reflecting fears that we could be in for another Great
Recession, or worse. But American consumers hold the
key to preventing that, says attorney James A. Stuber.
Author of the recent book, “What If Things Were Made in
America Again,” Stuber explains that consumers are the
driver of the American economy, and those of us who are
relatively unaffected can save the day simply by buying
things made in American communities instead of
overseas. James A. Stuber is the founder of Made in
America Again, a movement of consumers dedicated to
rebuilding the American middle class by buying things
made in American communities. Stuber is an attorney and
entrepreneur who formerly served as a legislative
assistant to a member of the United States House of
Representatives. Contact him at (610) 608-5074;
james.stuber@themadeinamericabook.com

11. ==> How to Thrive Under Continual Stress

We know that when we suffer from continual stress,
choices seem limited and thereby decrease our
effectiveness. Behavioral scientists have a name for
this psychological reaction: learned helplessness.
Stress expert Marvin Marshall says it’s important to
not ignore how the brain changes when under continual
stress. “You can accomplish this by realizing that
regardless of the situation, stimulus, or urge, a
person always has a choice as to the response. You can
also develop the habit of redirecting negative self-
talk. Learning to act reflectively (rather than
reflexively) can prevent learned helplessness that
inevitably increases stress and reduces effectiveness.”
Marvin Marshall is an author, educator and professional
speaker. His “Without Stress” series of books explains
how to reduce stress in daily life, work and
relationships. Contact him at (714) 220-1882;
Marv@MarvinMarshall.com

12. ==> From Viruses to Migraines and Beyond – Self-
Healing Secrets

Countless people in your audience (and studio) are
dealing with diseases and health challenges they never
expected, and which hit them seemingly out of the blue.
What do you do when such life-impacting issues strike
with little warning? First, you can feel confident and
empowered that we humans have innate abilities to begin
self-healing and strengthening. So says acclaimed
physician and speaker Nelie Johnson, M.D., initiator of
the forum It’s Time to Heal, which offers an
integrative approach to treating illness. Invite this
outspoken expert on-air to hear her advice for health
and longer life. Learn why self-healing is so powerful
and necessary, what kind of messages we receive from
our bodies and the link between emotions and disease.
Dr. Johnson’s latest book is “The Healing Message of
Illness.” Contact Dr. Nelie Johnson at (604) 334-3853;
njohnson@rtirguests.com

13. ==> How to Avoid SDT: Social Distancing Trauma

Stuck at home and feeling bored? When you’ve binged all
the Netflix you can stand and are ready to do something
memorable Jean Alfieri can help. The author of “Blessed
to Be Me,” will encourage your temporarily shut-in
audience to share amazing stories with their family
members — personal stories they didn’t even know they
had in many cases. She’ll provide insights and prompts
to get them started. Jean is a veteran of human
resources and organizational development in both small
and large companies who left the corporate world to
pursue more personal projects. Contact Jean at (602)
397-1344; procoachjean@gmail.com

14. ==> On-and Off-Screen Star Edwina Findley Dickerson

Your audience may recognize Edwina Findley Dickerson as
Omar’s sidekick Tosha Mitchell in HBO’s acclaimed
series “The Wire” or her star turn in Ava Duvernay’s
award-winning feature “Middle of Nowhere.” She was also
on the big screen with Will Ferrell and Kevin Hart in
“Get Hard.” Currently, Edwina can be seen Tuesday
nights on OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network in Tyler Perry’s
hit drama “If Loving You is Wrong,” now in its fifth
and final season. Invite her on your program to discuss
the show, her career, or her off-screen work as a
motivational speaker and founder of AbundantLifeU. For
the past 15 years, AbundantLifeU has empowered and
helped thousands of people, including disadvantaged
youth, to achieve their dreams through programs in job
readiness, financial literacy, entrepreneurship and
personal development. Contact John Angelo at
john@premieretv.com

15. ==> 50 Years Ago, the Announcement That Shook the
World

On April 10, 1970, Paul McCartney made it official. He
was leaving the Beatles and the group’s eight-year run
of creating the soundtrack of a generation was over.
While the individual members would go on to create many
top hits of their own — “Maybe I’m Amazed,” “Jet,”
“Imagine, “Starting Over,” “My Sweet Lord, “Give Me
Love,” “You’re Sixteen,” and “Photograph” for example —
few would have predicted just how influential the
Beatles would continue to be 50 years later when their
“White Album” made it into the Billboard Top 10—a half-
century after its release! The Fab Four wrote this
album while on retreat in Rishikesh, India, with
Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, founder of Transcendental
Meditation (TM). From baby boomers to millennials, the
Beatles remain a favorite. Susan Shumsky is a rare
insider who spent 22 years in the ashrams and six years
on the personal staff of Maharishi. She can entertain
your audience with stunning, fascinating, unknown facts
and meanings of songs you’ve grown up with. Her Ben
Franklin Book Award-winning tell-all memoir, “Maharishi
& Me: Seeking Enlightenment with the Beatles’ Guru,”
reveals hidden information about Maharishi’s influence
on the Beatles. Susan Shumsky has 17 books in print and
has proven to be an enthralling guest during more than
1,100 media appearances. Contact Susan Shumsky at (917)
336-7184; SShumsky@rtirguests.com

16. ==> ‘Death Speaks to Me!’ Says the Undertaker’s
Daughter

While growing up in a midwestern funeral home where her
dad was an undertaker, Margo Lenmark received many
messages about life from those who died. “I received
messages that changed how I live,” she says. She has a
lot to say about death and the gifts people give when
they leave this earth. Margo can reveal her journeys to
the Other Side, and the important messages she received
about life from the deceased. She is the author of the
critically acclaimed book “Light in the Mourning:
Memoirs of an Undertaker’s Daughter.” The book has
received glowing reviews from several prominent authors
and spiritual leaders, including Deepak Chopra. Contact
Margo at (484) 928-7824; MLenmark@rtirguests.com

17. ==> Listen Up! That Little Voice Inside Your Head
Can Radically Change Your Life

We’ve all experienced what psychologists call “inner
speech,” that small internal voice that advises us.
While many people shrug this off, author Kim Chestney
claims that tapping into that inner voice can assure
maximum success in all aspects of our lives. “Aligned
with this inner compass, people are empowered to not
only create their own best lives, but to live in ways
that facilitate optimal outcomes for the people,
communities, and businesses around them,” she says. Kim
is an international best-selling author of numerous
books – her latest is “Radical Intuition: A
Revolutionary Guide to Your Inner Power” – and the
founder of IntuitionLab, a global education center.
Contact Kim Chesney at (412) 214-9502;
KChestney@rtirguests.com

18. ==> Why Do So Many People Hate Themselves?

An awful lot of men and women who outwardly appear to
be living a good life actually feel worthless on the
inside. What’s behind this gnawing self-hate and why
are we so hard on ourselves? Social media, which is all
about projecting our best, unrealistic self, certainly
doesn’t help, but personal growth expert Joffre McClung
says self-loathing has been around a lot longer than
the internet. She’ll explain the real reasons people
hate themselves, why we’re often kinder to others than
ourselves, and three things you can do daily to begin
to change this unhealthy habit. Joffre McClung has
appeared on numerous radio and TV programs. She’s a
former media producer, independent filmmaker, and the
author of “The Heart of the Matter.” Contact Joffre
McClung at (917) 994-0225; JMcClung@rtirguests.com

19. ==> Lady Rancher Helps Women Over 40 Wrangle Their
Best Lives

Like many women over 40, Sandra Matheson found herself
at a daunting crossroads. She was divorced, unable to
continue her career as a veterinarian due to work-
related chemical sensitivities and stuck with a money-
losing farm. But she managed to turn lemons into
lemonade by rebuilding her farm, which became a
metaphor for her life. “Just as a farmer grows crops,
you can make the choice to grow your dreams after 40,”
she says. “The main focus has to be on silencing your
‘inner critic.’” Sandra is a co-host of New Cowgirl
Camps, which teach women about farming and ranching,
each June and August in Cheney, Wash. She is also the
author of the upcoming book “Thrive After 40 ? How to
Seize the Life of Your Dreams!” Contact Sandra at (360)
325-4221; smatheson@rtirguests.com

20. ==> This Doc Reveals How Carbs Can Make You Drunk!

Excess carbs aren’t just bad for your waistline and
overall health. Foods like pasta and bread can cause
intoxication similar to alcohol consumption! “There’s
fungus/bacteria that transform the carbohydrates to
alcohol that will even register as intoxicated on a
breathalyzer,” says Isaac Alexis, M.D., a renowned
addiction specialist. This also explains why people get
addicted to carbs, which is comparable to alcohol and
drug addiction. Dr. Isaac can share the mysteries of
addiction and how to beat it for good. He is the author
of “Life and Death Behind the Brick and Razor-Code Red
Diamond” and the upcoming “The Seductive Pink Crystal.”
Contact Dr. Isaac Alexis at (315) 935-6348;
IAlexis@rtirguests.com

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March 31, 2020

01. What History Can Teach us about Coronavirus
02. COVID-19 & 2020 Election – Could Wisconsin Decide Presidency?
03. How a Jewish Driver, an American Heiress and a
French Car Beat Hitler’s Best
04. Coping with the Canceled Summer Olympics
05. How the Coronavirus Is Ramping Up Addiction
06. This Silent Disease Increases Your Risk of Dying from COVID-19
07. Wedding Cancellations in the Age of Coronavirus
08. Gun Sales Surge as Coronavirus Spreads
09. What Your Insurance Company Doesn’t Want You to Know
10. How to Have Unstoppable Confidence … Even on Monday Mornings
11. Gyms Are Closed But Forget about Walking 10,000 Steps
12. Don’t Worry be Healthy: Balancing Coronavirus Facts and Fear
13. Use a Pencil, Crayon or Pen to Battle Coronavirus Anxiety
14. Finding Happiness in the Time of Coronavirus
15. Make Positive Changes and Choices During Negative Times
16. 5 Reasons You Should Write a Book Now
17. Home Alone? You Wish!
18. Do We Need Kinder, Gentler Teachers?
19. 7-in-10 Americans are Math-Phobic
20. Free Online Program Keeps Kids Smart with Art

1.==> ‘The Great Influenza’ Author – What History Can Teach us about Coronavirus

At the height of World War I, history’s most lethal
influenza virus erupted in an army camp in Kansas,
moved east with American troops, then exploded, killing
as many as 100 million people worldwide. Invite John M.
Barry, author of “The Great Influenza: The Story of the
Deadliest Pandemic in History,” to share what lessons
we can learn from that chapter in our history. Barry
can discuss the role that fear played in the pandemic,
why it is known as the Spanish Flu even though it
didn’t originate there, and how that virus swept
through the country in waves, with the second one being
the most deadly. John Barry is a professor at the
Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical
Medicine. He recently wrote “Containing the coronavirus
hasn’t worked. What do we do now?” for the New York
Times. Contact Tulane University’s Faith Dawson at
dawson@tulane.edu; (504) 247-1432 or Bari Bronston at
bbronst@tulane.edu; (504) 314-7444

2. ==> COVID-19 and Election – Could Wisconsin Decide
Presidency?

Voting Rights expert David Daley can discuss what
elections could look like in the age of COVID-19. In a
recent op-ed for Salon he explains, “President Trump
can’t cancel the presidential election. Congress sets
Election Day by statute, as the Tuesday after the first
Monday in November. Individual state legislatures,
however, could essentially nullify the results, if they
wished, by exercising the authority to appoint the
state’s representatives to the Electoral College.” Many
models suggest that the Electoral College could be so
close this fall that the winner in Wisconsin determines
the presidency. Daley asks, “Would Wisconsin’s
unaccountable legislature monkey with the state’s
electors? We don’t know. But it would be naive to put
it past them, or to think that reasonable voices inside
the Republican Party or the U.S. Supreme Court would
protect democracy if they did.” David Daley is a senior
fellow at FairVote and a former editor of Salon whose
work has appeared in The New Yorker, The Atlantic,
Slate, Washington Post, and New York magazine. His new
book is “Unrigged: How Americans Are Battling Back to
Save Democracy.” Contact Johanna Ramos Boyer at (703)
646-5137; (703) 400-1099 (cell); johanna@jrbcomm.com or
Erin Bolden at (703) 646-5188

3. ==> How a Jewish Driver, an American Heiress and a
French Car Beat Hitler’s Best

For a fascinating show, invite author Neal Bascomb to
share an incredible, true sports story your audience
has likely never heard. He’ll introduce listeners to
Rene Dreyfus, a former top driver on the international
racecar circuit who had been all but banned from the
Grand Prix by the mid-1930s because he was Jewish.
You’ll learn how he met Lucy O’Reilly Schell, the
adventurous only child of a well-heeled American
entrepreneur and Charles Weiffenbach, the head of the
down-on-its-luck automaker Delahaye, who was
desperately trying to save his company. As Nazi Germany
launched its campaign of racial terror and pushed the
world toward war, these three misfits banded together
to challenge Hitler’s dominance at the apex of
motorsport: the Grand Prix. They were so successful
that Hitler reportedly sent his henchmen to have the
car found and destroyed when he invaded France. Neal
Bascomb’s latest book is “Faster: How a Jewish Driver,
an American Heiress, and a Legendary Car Beat Hitler’s
Best.” His other books include “The Winter Fortress,”
“Hunting Eichmann,” and “The Perfect Mile.” Contact
Lissa Warren at (617) 233-2853, LissaWarrenPR@gmail.com

4.==> Coping with the Canceled Summer Olympics

For the first time in its nearly 125-year history, the
Summer Olympics have been canceled in peacetime. And
that’s a big deal. The Olympic Games are always a
bright spot in the lives of people all over the world,
for the athletes, spectators and those watching at home
as men and women push their bodies to their limits for
silver, gold and bronze medals. This year’s
cancellation of the Summer Olympics in Tokyo, while
necessary to avoid contagion, is a blow to Japan and
the athletes who have been training so hard. But if we
cannot watch the Summer Olympics at least we can talk
about them. Interview Lynn Matsuoka, an artist and
authority on Japan and Japanese life and culture who
spent 40 years living in that country documenting the
traditional worlds of sumo and kabuki in drawings and
paintings. She can talk about what’s happening on the
ground in Japan and what people living in Tokyo are
thinking and feeling about the postponement. Well-known
worldwide as a TV sumo color commentator, Lynn has done
hundreds of interviews. One of her upcoming books is
“The Secret World of Sumo.” Contact her at (808)
479-5966;  artist@hamptonsartist.com

5. ==> How the Coronavirus Is Ramping Up Addiction

We’ve all been told to stay at home to avoid spreading
the coronavirus, but psychotherapist and addiction
counselor Donna Marks warns that what we do in that
alone-time may be deadlier than the virus. She says the
current coronavirus crisis is ramping up addiction and
that the stress of unemployment, the fears of death,
and closed-down recovery meetings, significantly
increase addiction relapse. Dr. Marks says Americans
have significantly upped their food and alcohol
consumption during this period of forced isolation.
Hear why addiction is far more deadly than the current
virus and, in fact, increases the lethality rate.
She’ll discuss the role of fear in addiction, share
tips and strategies to make healthy sober choices, and
ways to support a loved one struggling with addiction
during this difficult time. Dr. Donna Marks has been in
private practice for more than 30 years. She helps
clients break unwanted patterns of behavior by
combining psychoanalysis and spirituality. She’s the
author of “Exit the Maze – One Addiction, One Cause,
One Cure.” Contact her at (561) 436-9360;
drdonnamarks@gmail.com

6. ==> This Silent Disease Increases Your Risk of Dying
from COVID-19

You have probably heard that people with certain health
conditions are more likely to fare poorly if they
contract coronavirus. But did you know that among those
diseases is one that many people do not even know they
have? It’s true; more than 7 million people don’t know
they have diabetes out of the 30 million adults who
have the condition. That is why it is more important
than ever to educate the public about diabetes and how
to manage it with the expert guidance of Nadia Al-
Samarrie, a leading patient advocate in the diabetes
community. Nadia is editor-in-chief of Diabetes Health,
a 400,000-circulation magazine used in hospitals,
diabetes classes and doctors’ offices as an educational
resource for patients, and her AskNadia column is
ranked No. 1 by Google as is her DiabetesHealth.com
website. Nadia is also the author of “Sugar Happy: Your
Diabetes Health Guide in Achieving Your Best Blood
Sugars and Letting Go of Your Diabetes Complication
Fears.” She has been featured on ABC, NBC, CBS, and
other major cable networks. Contact her at (415)
741-3545; nalsamarrie@rtirguests.com

7. ==> Wedding Cancellations in the Age of Coronavirus

Couples spend months or even years planning their big
day, but the coronavirus has put the kibosh on many
upcoming ceremonies and events. What’s a couple to do?
Invite wedding and event planner Lynne Goldberg to
discuss the options, from postponing the event to
having a scaled-down version or canceling altogether.
Goldberg will share tips for dealing with vendors, what
to do with decorations and food and even how to notify
your guests. Lynne Goldberg is the president of Boca
Entertainment, a full-service wedding and event
planning company that specializes in theme
entertainment. She’s appeared on reality TV and her
work and commentary have been featured in the New York
Times, Washington Post, Huffington Post and Wall Street
Journal. Contact her at (561) 212-6024;
Lynneggoldberg@gmail.com

8. ==> Gun Sales Surge as Coronavirus Spreads

The coronavirus has a lot of people scared,
particularly residents in states where the virus is
gaining the most ground. While some people buying guns
are old-hands worried that supplies might dry up, many
of these buyers are first-timers. Invite Chris Bird to
educate your audience about gun safety and self-
defense. A sought-after expert on gun rights and
personal protection, Chris can answer: Why are gun
sales skyrocketing? Do we really need guns more than
ever? Why are methods of observation as important as
one’s weapon? With 30-plus years of firearm safety
experience, Chris Bird is the author of several books
including “Surviving a Mass Killer Rampage,” “The
Concealed Handgun Manual” and “Thank God I Had a Gun!”
Have your listeners call in during the interview with
their gun questions. Contact Chris Bird at (210)
686-4440; cbird@rtirguests.com

9. ==> What Your Insurance Company Doesn’t Want You to
Know

Most people buy insurance from a friendly agent for a
specific purpose and time frame. But did you know that
90% of all policies end up lapsing before maturity? Or
that when you don’t need your policy any longer you
could sell it for cash? Chances are you have no idea
about the hidden cash value of your policy or that you
are paying more than you should be for the policy you
have. Interview David Kottler, the Insurance Doctor™,
about these and other secrets insurance companies don’t
want you to know! He can explain what you need to ask
to figure out exactly what your policy is worth. David
is the author of “The Best Kept Secret in Your
Insurance Policy,” which details everything people need
to know to get the most value out of their insurance
policies. Contact David Kottler at (216) 532-1221;
DKottler@rtirguests.com

10. ==> How to Have Unstoppable Confidence … Even on
Monday Mornings

What is it about Monday mornings that makes going back
to work so hard? So anxiety-producing? Is it you? Or is
it the job? Interview Jean-Paul Gravel, founder of
ThroughConversation Personal Development, Inc., and
Mondays will never feel the same! He will share three
simple steps to raise your confidence, conviction, and
persuasiveness – important tools both at work and at
home. Let Jean-Paul show your listeners how to
instantly raise their “inner value,” that intangible
something that makes them stand out and others take
notice. With a success rate of over 98%, Gravel has
spent 15 years showing people from all walks of life –
including high achievers, entrepreneurs and pro
athletes — how to unlock their deep-seated power and
potential to experience extraordinary results in
business and life. Contact Olga Kniazeva at (604)
265-7469; JGravel@rtirguests.com

11. ==> Gyms Are Closed But Forget about Walking 10,000
Steps

For almost 55 years, it has been accepted as fact that
keeping fit meant taking 10,000 steps a day. But, as
Kristen Carter will tell you, until recently, there had
never been any research refuting or backing up this
claim. So why did this myth persist for so long and
what other myths are we still holding on to? What are
some more realistic guidelines for daily fitness
particularly with gyms closed? You’ll find out when you
talk with Kristen, a Certified Precision Nutrition
Coach with a master’s degree in exercise physiology.
She is the author of “Lose Weight? Exercise More? I
Don’t Think So! What to Do When Your Doctor Tells You
to Make Changes for Your Health.” Contact Kristen
Carter at (267) 930-2547; kacarter@rtirguests.com

12. ==> Don’t Worry be Healthy: Balancing Coronavirus
Facts and Fear

Erasing stress is not only critical to success but also
critical to our survival, says Janet McKee, a former
Fortune 500 executive who nearly died from massive
stress and burnout. But how can we erase stress in the
midst of a pandemic? McKee knows. Allow her to explain
how to balance fear with facts to reach a place of calm
acceptance, how to maintain positive energy to get your
power back amid the chaos and to self-regulate the news
you take in. She’ll also share four ways to build a
strong immune system and even discuss the good that is
coming out of the epidemic. Janet McKee, MBA, CHPC,
CHHC, is a High-Performance™ success coach, wellness
expert, and CEO of SanaView. She is the author of the
No. 1 bestseller “Stressless Success: The Surprising
Secrets to a Life of Passion, Purpose, and Prosperity.”
Contact her at (724) 417-6695; janet@janetmckee.com

13. ==> Use a Pencil, Crayon or Pen to Battle
Coronavirus Anxiety

Most people today are feeling some degree of overwhelm
as daily routines are suspended and social distancing
becomes the norm. But, according to Carol Edmonston,
aka The Doodle Lady, there is a unique, simple and
creative way to deal with this intense stress: take
some paper, a pencil or pen and … doodle! The niece
of the late cartoonist and children’s book author Syd
Hoff, who wrote “Danny and the Dinosaur” and “Sammy the
Seal,” among others, Edmonston says doodling is a fun
form of mindfulness which allows our spirits to rest,
recover and regroup. Edmonston, who attributes
overcoming breast cancer twice to what she calls her
doodling therapy, has just released the pioneering new
book “The Healing Power Of Doodling: Mindfulness
Therapy To Deal With Stress, Fear & Life Challenges.”
Contact her at (714) 609-4654;
carol.edmonston@gmail.com

14. ==> Finding Happiness in the Time of Coronavirus

It’s hard to remember a time when life was as hard as
it is now for so many people. And being happy may seem
to be taking a backseat to keeping your head above
water. But happiness and mental health coach Elana
Davidson says you can start your journey to happiness
now, even if you have tried hard and failed at it
before. That pretty much describes Elana’s own journey
despite decades of exploration and study in the fields
of consciousness, psychology, personal development and
kinesiology. For anyone who has wondered why other
people are happier than they are or what is wrong with
them, Elana may be the perfect balm. She’s the author
of the eBook, “Finding Your Own Happy: The Soul-
Searchers Guide to Peace and Happiness in Everyday
Life,” published by Morgan James, which she’ll make
available to your audience for free. Contact Elana at
(413) 225-4758; elanadavidson@rtirguests.com

15. ==> Make Positive Changes and Choices During
Negative Times

Remember when you dreaded rush-hour traffic, thought
how sweet it would be to stay home instead of going to
work, or dreamt of taking a sick day and playing hooky?
Times have changed. Now many of us wish we didn’t have
to stay at home and long to have more choices. But, as
former radio host and award-winning author Rico Racosky
will tell you, we all have the power to change our life
stories and form new habits even during the most trying
times. Known as the New Story Guy, Rico can share his
“Just 2 Choices” concept with your listeners. In
addition to his work in radio, this upbeat guest is a
keynote speaker and thought leader on overcoming
personal and work-related obstacles. Ask about his free
downloads for clear thinking! Contact Rico at (730)
572-1322; rracosky@rtirguests

16. ==> 5 Reasons You Should Write a Book Now

An estimated 80 to 90 percent of Americans would like
to write a book someday. Most of them let their dream
die without ever acting upon it. Let Fabi Preslar,
president of custom publishing house SPARK Publications
and an author herself, explain what’s involved in
writing and publishing a book. She’ll reveal five
powerful reasons to write your book today including the
importance of letting others learn from your hero’s
journey. She can also answer such questions as what’s
the biggest roadblock to getting a successful book
written? And, book publishing isn’t what it used to be,
what does a new author need to know? Articulate, smart
and honest, Fabi (Fay-Bee) is the author of “Fabulous F
Words of Business Ownership: Redefining Choice Words to
Fuel Your Small Business” and winner of Charlotte
Business Journal’s 2018 First-Generation Family
Business of the Year Award. Contact Fabi at (704)
291-3566; FPreslar@rtirguests.com

17. ==> Home Alone? You Wish! 3 Coping Tips for Too
Much Family Time During COVID-19

What happens when family members are forced to
congregate together for long periods in small spaces?
Arguments, bickering, door slamming. As communication
expert Raj Girn will point out, nuclear families
weren’t created to handle unlimited close contact with
multiple personality types. With few alternatives for
the moment, what can we do? Raj, who has been working
lately with clients who have been grappling with the
suffocation of being stuck at home with spouses, kids,
grandparents, and even pets, can offer three tips for
boosting your emotional intelligence around effective
communication while being stuck in isolation. Raj is a
well-known media personality in Canada and a serial
media entrepreneur who has worked in many
communication-intensive industries with thought
leaders, celebrities, and multinational corporations.
Contact her at (647) 490-3158; Rgirn@rtirguests.com

18. ==> Do We Need Kinder, Gentler Teachers?

Everyone knows that teachers can have a hard time
maintaining order in the classroom today. But is there
ever an acceptable reason for teachers to bully, shame
or otherwise embarrass students? Uh-uh, says Barbara
Daniels, who maintains that too many teachers are
making it harder for their charges to learn by
intimidating their students. Daniels, a sought-after
speaker and author of the award-winning “Timmy Teacup”
book series, can talk about ways to eliminate this
problem and turn out teachers who can do the job but
remain compassionate. Ask her: How common are bullying
classrooms? How can teachers ramp-up compassion without
risking burnout or losing respect? Contact Barbara
Daniels at (636) 320-5495; BDaniels@rtirguests.com

19. ==> 7-in-10 Americans are Math-Phobic

Many people wish they were better at math and look back
at their math education with anything but fondness. Why
are so many of us math-phobic? Why do we rely so much
on calculators and try to let someone else be the one
to figure out the restaurant bill? Interview Teruni
Lamberg, Ph.D., who knows all about the fear of math
and the challenges educators face in teaching the
subject. She says there is a better way for more people
to appreciate the beauty and simplicity of math. Author
of the new book “Work Smarter, Not Harder: A Framework
for Math Teaching and Learning,” Dr. Lamberg can talk
about ways to improve the teaching of mathematics and
the way students absorb it. She says math can be fun
and is ready to prove it on your show. Contact Teruni
Lamberg at (775) 451-3086; TLamberg@rtirguests.com

20. ==> Free Online Program Keeps Kids Smart with Art

Parents across the country have now become their kids’
classroom teachers as schools shutter their doors to
contain the coronavirus. How about some help from the
Boca Raton Museum of Art in the form of a new series of
free online programs? Keep Kids Smart with ART is a
visual arts program created by the museum’s art
schoolteachers for kids at home and seniors who are
social distancing and feeling isolated. “Art, culture,
and creativity have always made a difference in
powerful ways, especially during challenging times,”
says Irvin Lippman, executive director of the Boca
Raton Museum of Art. “While the Museum is temporarily
closed, we will continue to give back to the community.
Being inspired and creative have not been canceled.”
The new program resulted from consulting with an
American father who lives abroad with his family and
shared the challenges they’ve faced while staying home
due to school closures. Invite Lippman to share tips on
how parents can use art at home to keep kids engaged.
Contact Jose Lima at (305) 910-7762;
editorial@newstravelsfast.com

March 26, 2020

01. Open by Easter? Not if Workers Strike
02. Fed Expert on the Covid Economy
03. Help! Millions Were Already Hungry in America
04. Coronavirus RX: The Benefits of Laughter
05. How to Be Hopeful When You’re Worried to Death
06. The Best Free Streaming While You’re Stuck at Home
07. Suddenly Working from Home? Tips to Stay Productive
08. How to Thrive Under Continual Stress
09. Adrenaline, Cortisol and the Coronavirus
10. How to Avoid SDT: Social Distancing Trauma
11. The Simple Daily Ritual That Saves Lives
12. From Viruses to Migraines and Beyond – Self-Healing
Secrets
13. 5 Tips for Anyone Considering a Career Change
14. What Happens When Exes Fight Over a Frozen Embryo?
15. 5 Things You Can Do to Prevent Medical Errors
16. What Will Happen When We Run Out of Nurses?
17. Fibro Lady Delivers You Pain-Free Living
18. This Sugar Witch Could Save Your Life
19. Master Your Mind in Your Free Time
20. Why 50 Isn’t the New 30 … It’s Way Better

1.==> Open by Easter? Not if Workers Strike

President Trump says he wants the “country opened”’ by
Easter but his stance has prompted #GeneralStrike to
trend on social media. Journalist Mike Elk says people
should not discount the possibility of a general strike
by workers now. “You are seeing strikes of bus drivers
in Birmingham and poultry workers in Georgia. Workers
are mobilizing and this could inspire a massive strike
wave.” Elk says there’s clear precedent, citing the
1919 general strike that occurred after the 1918
influenza pandemic. “It’s dawning on more people how
critical their labor is and how little these
corporations care about them. The veneer of we’re-
going-to-take-care-of-you has dropped away.” Elk points
out that while health-care workers are having their
lives endangered by corporate moves, Boeing has $15
billion in the bank and is set to get a bailout. Mike
Elk is the senior labor reporter at Payday Report and a
correspondent for Business Insider. Contact him at
mike.elk@gmail.com; @MikeElk

2. ==> Fed Expert on the Covid Economy

Economic and Fed expert Danielle DiMartino Booth can
discuss the monthly employment report set for release
next week and the impact of COVID-19 on American jobs.
A frequent contributor to Fox Business News, CNBC,
Bloomberg Television and CNN Money, DiMartino Booth is
CEO and director of intelligence for Quill Intelligence
LLC (QI), a research and analytics firm that produces
and distributes the economic newsletters The Daily
Feather and The Weekly Quill. Prior to QI, she spent
nine years at the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas.
DeMartino Booth is the author of “FED UP: An Insider’s
Take on Why the Federal Reserve is Bad for America.”
NOTE: Danielle DiMartino Booth is available for
interviews on April 2 and 3. Contact Johanna Ramos
Boyer at (703) 646-5137; (703) 400-1099 (cell);
johanna@jrbcomm.com or Erin Bolden at (703) 646-5188

3. ==> Help! Millions Were Already Hungry in America

While we are being told to self-isolate and stay home
to avoid spreading the coronavirus, millions of
Americans’ cupboards are bare. According to Feeding
America’s Kate Leone, “More than 37 million people in
America are already struggling with hunger. For them
and millions of others, this pandemic means the very
real danger of lost wages, further difficulty accessing
enough food, and an increased reliance on food banks to
meet their nutritional needs.” Whether your listeners
want to know how they can help those in need (in their
own neighborhoods or elsewhere) or they themselves need
assistance, Feeding America can provide information and
insight into what is happening at food banks across the
country. Hear how some food banks are now offering
drive-through pick-up while others are suffering from a
lack of volunteers, and how panic buying has affected
them all. The Feeding America network is the nation’s
largest domestic hunger-relief organization. With 200
food banks and 60,000 food pantries and meal programs
across the country, they provide meals to more than 40
million people each year. You can find media contact
information for food banks in every state on the
FeedingAmerica.org website or contact the national
office at (800) 771-2303 to help arrange interviews in
your area.

4.==> Coronavirus RX: The Benefits of Laughter

It’s been said that “laughter is the best medicine” and
the Irish have the proverb “a good laugh and a long
sleep are the two best cures for anything.”
Psychologist Dr. John Huber doesn’t disagree and can
explain the many ways that laughter makes us healthy.
Learn how laughing can boost memory and learning,
increase vascular blood flow and oxygenation of the
blood, help lower blood pressure, and strengthen your
immune system. And Dr. Huber says those are just a few
of the benefits! He’ll explain how researchers in
Norway found that people with a strong sense of humor
outlive those who don’t laugh as much. And if you need
any more reason to lighten up, crack a joke or just act
silly, Dr. Huber says do it for the endorphins.
Laughter triggers the release of the body’s natural
feel-good chemicals which promotes an overall sense of
well-being and can even temporarily relieve pain. Dr.
John Huber is a clinical forensic psychologist and
chairman of the non-profit organization Mainstream
Mental Health. He has appeared on hundreds of radio
shows, dozens of TV programs and hosts his own show,
Mainstream Mental Health Radio. Contact Ryan McCormick
at (516) 901-1103; (919) 377-1200;
ryan@goldmanmccormick.com

5. ==> How to Be Hopeful When You’re Worried to Death

It’s hard to be hopeful during a pandemic, yet it’s
precisely what we need right now when the future seems
precarious. “There are some people who believe that
hope is futile, a waste of time and precious energy.
They say hope is completely unrealistic. Simply wishful
thinking,” says Urban Shaman Donna Henes. “Yes, it is!
Thank goodness!” She’ll share how to willfully engage
your wishful thinking and project positivity when the
world around us is filled with negative messages.
Studies show optimistic people consistently outperform
those who consider themselves to be more realistic.
Henes says it’s because they place fewer restrictions
on themselves. “If you don’t know that something is
impossible, you are more likely able to be able to do
it. Things are only impossible until they aren’t!” Mama
Donna, as she is affectionately called, maintains a
ceremonial center, spirit shop, ritual practice and
consultancy in Brooklyn, N.Y. A spiritual leader
specializing in rituals, she is the author of several
books including “Bless This House: Creating Sacred
Space Where You Live, Work & Travel.” Contact Donna
Henes at (718) 857-1343; cityshaman@aol.com

6. ==> The Best Free Streaming While You’re Stuck at
Home

Now that we’re all cooped up at home, invite funny and
charming Aussie pop culture expert Maude Garrett on
your show to share tips on what to watch when you’ve
got cabin fever and where to find free online movies
and entertainment for kids and adults! Maude can also
discuss the impact of coronavirus on Hollywood and
whether this crisis could permanently change the way we
see movies. Maude Garrett, a former TV and radio host,
is the founder of the popular Geek Bomb website and
YouTube channel for everything related to TV, movies,
comic books and video games. Maude also works with the
free streaming movie service Tubi, which offers more
than 20,000 movies and TV shows. Contact John Angelo at
john@premieretv.com

7. ==> Suddenly Working from Home? Tips to Stay
Productive

Millions of Americans suddenly find themselves working
from home. Whether you are setting up shop at the
kitchen table or sequestering yourself in your bedroom,
this new way of doing business can take some getting
used to. Invite Sharon Fenster to share six strategies
to help get through this time and work at home
effectively. From setting a clear workday schedule to
creating a proper work environment, listeners will
learn how to make the best of this new working reality
and ways to keep a positive mindset and make the best
use of their workday. She says, “Interruptions are
tempting because of the social isolation we all feel
right now but try to compartmentalize your feelings and
keep work time separate from social time. It’s
important to stay in touch with friends and family, so
schedule those video and voice calls like FaceTime,
Zoom, or the good old-fashioned phone, during breaks
from work and other downtimes in your work schedule.” A
former president of the Public Relations Society of
America New York (PRSA – NY), Sharon is president of
Fenster Communications. Contact her at (914) 391-0275;
sharonfenster@gmail.com

8. ==> How to Thrive Under Continual Stress

We know that when we suffer from continual stress,
choices seem limited and thereby decrease our
effectiveness. Behavioral scientists have a name for
this psychological reaction: learned helplessness.
Stress expert Marvin Marshall says it’s important to
acknowledge (and not ignore) how the brain changes when
under continual stress. “You can accomplish this by
realizing that regardless of the situation, stimulus,
or urge, a person always has a choice as to the
response. You can also develop the habit of redirecting
negative self-talk. Learning to act reflectively
(rather than reflexively) can prevent learned
helplessness that inevitably increases stress and
reduces effectiveness.” Marvin Marshall is an author,
educator and professional speaker. His “Without Stress”
series of books explains how to reduce stress in daily
life, work and relationships. Contact him at (714)
220-1882; Marv@MarvinMarshall.com

9. ==> Adrenaline, Cortisol and the Coronavirus

This is a stressful time and many people are feeling
anxious. But that’s the worst thing for our bodies
right now, according to Michael Platt, M.D. He’ll
explain how both stress and anxiety cause our bodies to
release a hormone called cortisol that impairs the
immune system, the main defense we have against the
coronavirus. “The primary cause of stress and anxiety
is excess adrenaline,” says Dr. Platt. Invite him on
your show to discuss his simple, unique approach to
lowering adrenaline. He says, “By providing the brain
with the two nutrients it requires, and the use a 5%
progesterone cream that can be obtained without a
prescription, levels of excess adrenaline can be
lowered in less than 24 hours.” He’ll reveal other
surprising ways adrenaline affects the body, from
weight gain and insomnia to fibromyalgia and road rage.
Dr. Michael Platt is board-certified in internal
medicine and his practice specializes in wellness and
bioidentical hormones. A frequent media guest, Dr.
Platt is the author of several books including
“Adrenaline Dominance.” Contact him at (760) 836-3232;
meplatt2@gmail.com

10. ==> How to Avoid SDT: Social Distancing Trauma

Stuck at home and feeling bored? When you’ve binged all
the Netflix you can stand and are ready to do something
memorable Jean Alfieri can help. The author of “Blessed
to Be Me,” will encourage your temporarily shut-in
audience to share amazing stories with their family
members — personal stories they didn’t even know they
had in many cases. She’ll provide insights and prompts
to get them started. Jean is a veteran of human
resources and organizational development in both small
and large companies who left the corporate world to
pursue more personal projects. Contact Jean at (602)
397-1344; procoachjean@gmail.com

11. ==> The Simple Daily Ritual That Saves Lives

It is something that anyone can do. It is free. It
doesn’t require special equipment. Even children can do
it. It can be done at work, in bed, on the floor or in
a chair. And it can be lifesaving. It is the daily
ritual that could save your life, yet most people do
not practice it. John Sambalino can explain how you can
make meditation the daily ritual that helps improve
your health, relationships, job performance and mood,
and how he has even used meditation to help prison
inmates avoid future crimes. John will also discuss how
meditation’s calmness reduces stress, helps you deal
with deadlines, leads to better sleep, and even boosts
memory. He is the author of “Is God in That Bottle Cap?
A Search for Truth.” Ask him: Why do so many
celebrities practice meditation? How has meditation
helped people face the coronavirus epidemic? What are
some common myths that keep people from trying
meditation? Contact John Sambalino at (856) 245-5062;
jsambalino@rtirguests.com

12. ==> From Viruses to Migraines and Beyond – Self-
Healing Secrets

Countless people in your audience (and studio) are
dealing with diseases and health challenges they never
expected, and which hit them seemingly out of the blue.
What do you do when such life-impacting issues strike
with little warning? First, you can feel confident and
empowered that we humans have innate abilities to begin
self-healing and strengthening. So says acclaimed
physician and speaker Nelie Johnson, M.D., initiator of
the forum It’s Time to Heal, which offers an
integrative approach to treating illness. Invite this
outspoken expert on-air to hear her advice for health
and longer life. Learn why self-healing is so powerful
and necessary, what kind of messages we receive from
our bodies and the link between emotions and disease.
Dr. Johnson’s latest book is “The Healing Message of
Illness.” Contact Dr. Nelie Johnson at (604) 334-3853;
njohnson@rtirguests.com

13. ==> 5 Tips for Anyone Considering a Career Change

You’ve heard that the average person will change
careers five to seven times in their lifetime and that
millennials are even more likely to do so. Some people
will need to switch due to changing market conditions,
while others will merely want to do something
different. Geraldine Hogan can offer tips for anyone
who wants to apply their skills in a new direction. She
has already helped thousands of educators, business
professionals and entrepreneurs explore new
opportunities. She can talk about her own career
journey as well. Learn three simple, life-changing
questions to ask before making any career move, whether
salary should guide your decision, and how to overcome
obstacles, hesitation and fear of the unknown.
Geraldine is a former educator, attorney and judge and
the author of “Career Moves for Teachers and Other
Professionals: Strategies for a Successful Job Change.”
Contact Geraldine Hogan at (305) 902-3869;
ghogan@rtirguests.com

14. ==> What Happens When Exes Fight Over a Frozen
Embryo?

Recent news stories have explored the issue of frozen
embryos caught in the crossfire of couples who have
uncoupled. Fertilized during happier times, these
embryos may remain in limbo forever and rack up storage
fees if the couples cannot agree on their future. Or,
as Nate Birt advises, the couple can agree to let the
frozen embryo be adopted by someone else, a possibility
they may not have considered. Learn more when you
interview Nate, whose daughter began life as another
couple’s frozen embryo. Nate is the author of “Frozen,
But Not Forgotten: An Adoptive Dad’s Step-by-Step Guide
to Embryo Adoption.” Ask him: What are some of the
controversies that surround frozen embryos? Are
fertilized embryos people or property? How costly is it
to adopt such an embryo? Contact Nate Birt at (417)
221-9045; Nbirt@rtirguests.com

15. ==> 5 Things You Can Do to Prevent Medical Errors

Think only doctors, nurses and other health
professionals can prevent medical errors? Think again!
As a patient or the loved one of someone being treated,
you can play a vital role in preventing medical
mistakes in doctors’ offices, urgent care centers,
hospitals or clinics. That’s the message of registered
nurse and nurse practitioner Anne McAwley-LeDuc, who
advises audiences about organizing their medical
records, communicating with health professionals,
asking the right questions at the right time and
advocating for one’s own health care. Interview Anne,
author of “Personal Health Organizer: A Complete Easy-
to-Use System to Quickly Document Your Major Medical
and Dental History,” to explore such life-saving
topics. You’ll learn the most important thing patients
should be doing with their medical history, which
conversations help your medical team help you and what
to do if you suspect a medical error. Contact Anne
McAwley-LeDuc at (860) 300-1603;
AMcAwley@rtirguests.com

16. ==> What Will Happen When We Run Out of Nurses?

Right now, thousands of young people are considering a
career in nursing. What should they know as they enter
nursing school, graduate, become registered, and begin
their professional nursing careers? What will keep them
on the job? How can we all help prevent nursing
shortages since the aging population needs such
professionals more than ever? You’ll want to explore
this timely topic and the nursing experience with all
its implications by interviewing Nancy Congleton. In
addition to offering solutions to help today’s nurses
and ultimately everyone they serve, she will reveal the
unexpected realities of the nursing profession, five
relationship dynamics that nurses face, legal issues,
and the concerns everyone should have when nurses feel
so unprepared and overworked that they leave. An
outspoken registered nurse known as Nurse Nancy, Nancy
Covington has worked in the NICU, ER and case
management. She’s the author of “Autopsy of the NP:
Dissecting the Nursing Profession Piece By Piece.”
Contact Nancy Congleton at (918) 992-4616;
NCongleton@rtirguests.com

17. ==> Fibro Lady Delivers You Pain-Free Living

Every morning Leah McCullough appreciates that she no
longer deals with life-impacting pain, fatigue and
accompanying depression. But as the sought-after Fibro
Lady, so named because she overcame intense
fibromyalgia that pained her for decades, she’s on a
mission to help other pain sufferers do the same.
Invite this informative expert on-air to discuss
secrets to upbeat mood and boundless energy as you
recover. Leah is the author of “Freedom from
Fibromyalgia: 7 Steps to Complete Recovery” and “Eat to
Energize.” She also offers the online program Fibro
Pain is a Pain (And What You Can Do About It.) Contact
her at (859) 279-0413; LMcCullough@rtirguests.com.

18. ==> This Sugar Witch Could Save Your Life

How much sugar have you been eating and drinking? For
most people the answer is “too much” and includes
hidden sugars they don’t even know about. These are the
folks who need the good kind of witch — Sugar Witch
Marsha Allen — to avoid the harmful effects of sugar
overwhelm such as obesity and type-2 diabetes. Marsha
will explain how her program can help anyone live a
sweeter and longer life without sugar addiction. She’ll
discuss how to recognize and avoid surprisingly super-
sweet foods, embrace healthier snacks and treats,
prevent cravings that send you onto the sugar highway,
keep kids from demanding sweets and more. Marsha is the
host of Sugar Addicts on Crown City News TV. She is the
author of “Spoiled Rotten on a Diet: Gluten, Sugar &
Dairy Free Made Simple.” Contact her at (902) 906-5231;
MAllen@rtirguests.com

19. ==> Master Your Mind in Your Free Time

Now that many people are working from home and being
encouraged to stay there they may want to use their
extra time to figure out what they want from life. And
David Richards may be able to provide them with the
direction they need to do that. Richards, a best-
selling author best known for his book “Whiskey and
Yoga: Find Your Purpose,” can discuss the power of
meditation, reveal the No. 1 thing that holds 95% of
the population back, and explain how the human mind
works and how to use that information to increase
focus. A firewalker, yoga teacher, life strategist, and
corporate executive, David Richard has written “The
Lighthouse Keeper: A Story of Mind Mastery,” a novel
containing lifestyle tools wrapped in a diverting plot.
Contact him at (919) 392-9183;
david.richards51@gmail.com

20. ==> Why 50 Isn’t the New 30 … It’s Way Better

As we get older we may not realize that things should
get better. With awareness, maturity, experience, and
motivation going for us, the second half of life offers
extraordinary opportunities and satisfaction. That’s
the message of Joe Swinger, who specializes in helping
adults in midlife enjoy the VIP life — one marked by
greater vibrancy, impact and purpose. He’ll discuss
what you should focus on (besides money) as you
approach and dive into retirement and offer ideas for
aging boomers who want to make a difference, recreate
and stay relevant. Joe created the Silver Linings
Network to encourage happiness, success and emotional
health in midlife and later years. Contact Joe Swinger
at (801) 865-7748: joeswinger@RTIRguests.com

March 24, 2020

01. Will this Pandemic Derail Democracy?
02. Congress, Covid and the Cards on the Table
03. Should You Put Your Taxes on Hold? Ask this Pro
04. The Surprisingly Effective Way to Treat COVID-19 Anxiety
05. Consumers Can Prevent a Coronavirus-induced Recession
06. Social Distancing is Perfect Time to Declutter
07. Home Alone? You Wish! 3 Coping Tips for Too Much Family Time
08. Keeping Coronavirus from Flattening Your Bank Account
09. The Ultimate Social Distance Lifestyle: Living in a 39-Foot RV
10. Colorado Takes Healthcare from Washington: Good Idea?
11. Should You Fire Doctor Google?
12. Surviving Childbirth — Don’t Be a Maternal Mortality Statistic
13. Iraq Vet: From Faith to Darkness and Back Again
14. Who is to Blame for Honesty’s Decline?
15. Book This Guest If You’ve Ever Crammed for a Test!
16. It’s Time to Spring-Clean Your Life and Make Room for Your Dreams
17. Women’s History Month: Mountain Climber Helps Women Reach Their Peak 18. The Best Treatments for Younger-Looking Skin
19. Get off Social Media and Get Outside!
20. Fun Show: How Coffee Preferences Predict the Wines You’ll Like

1.==> Will this Pandemic Derail Democracy?

The coronavirus pandemic is causing significant
disruptions to American elections. The need for social
distancing to prevent the rapid spread of the virus
requires people to stay away from crowds. That includes
polling locations. But it’s vital to ensure people can
still exercise their right to vote. Advocacy groups
like the American Civil Liberties Union and the Brennan
Center for Justice, as well as politicians from both
political parties, are calling on states to take quick
action to ensure that voters will be able to cast
ballots this year. “If that’s going to happen, it’s
going to have to be planned now,” says Rick Hasen, an
election law professor at the University of California-
Irvine and author of the book “Election Meltdown.”
Invite him to discuss how to increase options for
voting from home, including allowing no-excuse mail-in
absentee voting and mailing ballots to every voter, and
why states must maintain safe in-person polling
locations for communities, like Native Americans and
the non-English proficient, who need them. Rick Hasen
is a nationally recognized expert in election law and
campaign finance regulation, co-author of a leading
casebook on election law and co-editor of the quarterly
peer-reviewed publication, Election Law Journal.
Contact him at rhasen@law.uci.edu; (949) 824-3072 or
Mojgan Sherkat at (949) 824-7937; msherkat@law.uci.edu

2. ==> Congress, COVID and the Cards on the Table

The battle over emergency legislation to address the
coronavirus pandemic is playing out in Congress while
employers and their employees wonder how they’re going
to get through the crisis. Rebecca Bernhard is a
partner at the international law firm Dorsey & Whitney
in both its labor and employment practice. She says she
has been fielding calls from employers across every
industry. “Many employers are now grappling with the
economic effects of shelter-in-home orders, social
distancing mandates and actual illness. The vast
majority of my client calls have centered around
implementation of furloughs, layoffs, reduced hours,
and work-from-home policies. Employers want to know
whether their employees will receive some benefits if
the company implements a furlough,” Bernhard says. She
can discuss what’s needed and what’s currently on the
table in terms of emergency benefits, and how companies
across the country are dealing with the situation.
Contact Laura Kelley at (303) 704-5222;
laura@thesolutionpr.com

3. ==> Should You Put Your Taxes on Hold? Ask this Pro

The Internal Revenue Service tax deadline for people
and businesses is being extended three months, from
April 15 to July 15. Tax attorney Bruce Givner will
share advice for your listeners who may be confused
about what to do next. He says, “Contact your tax
consultant and ask what this new extension means to you
personally. It seems as though it will be helpful to
every taxpayer, but ultimately, there may be
downsides.” Ask him: Will there be any other U.S.
government relief and what might that be? Should you
file early if you have a refund coming? What are the
pros and cons? Could there be other helpful forms of
relief in the works by local and state governments?
Should you keep track of your losses both small and
large, for write-offs this year? Bruce Givner is a
partner at KFB Law Group in Los Angeles. A specialist
in income tax planning, estate tax planning and asset
protection, he is a frequent media guest and is
regularly quoted in print publications and online.
Contact Cherie Kerr at Cherie@KerrPR-ExecuProv.com;
(714) 550-9900 or (714) 271-2140 (cell) or Shannon
Dugger at Shannon@kerrpr-execuprov.com; (303) 619-3949

4.==> The Surprisingly Effective Way to Treat COVID-19
Anxiety

You’ve heard that you need to stop touching your face
and start washing your hands much more carefully. But
there’s another new habit that you might want to take
up if you are worried about catching or spreading the
novel coronavirus. David Hanscom, M.D., can share what
it is (don’t worry you already have everything you
would need in your house) and why doing this new
practice for as little as five minutes a day could have
a big impact on your health. A retired surgeon, Dr.
Hanscom can also talk about anxiety in general and why
he says it isn’t psychological but physiological.
Because we misunderstand that, we usually treat it
poorly, often performing needless surgeries on patients
who are suffering from anxiety instead of teaching them
how to lower their stress hormones. Dr. Hanscom is an
orthopedic spine surgeon who quit his surgical practice
to teach patients and medical practitioners how to
solve chronic pain. His most recent book is “Do You
Really Need Spine Surgery?” Contact him at (206)
890-1892; david@backincontrol.com

5. ==> Consumers Can Prevent a Coronavirus-induced
Recession

As the transportation, hospitality, and entertainment
industries are hard hit by the coronavirus pandemic, we
are left wondering, what’s next? The markets are
reflecting fears that we could be in for another Great
Recession, or worse. But American consumers hold the
key to preventing that, says attorney James Stuber.
Author of the recent book, “What if Things Were Made in
America Again,” Stuber explains that consumers are the
driver of the American economy, and those of us who are
relatively unaffected can save the day simply by buying
things made in American communities instead of
overseas. James A. Stuber is the founder of Made in
America Again, a movement of consumers dedicated to
rebuilding the American middle class by buying things
made in American communities. Stuber is an attorney and
entrepreneur who formerly served as a legislative
assistant to a member of the United States House of
Representatives. Contact him at (610) 608-5074;
james.stuber@themadeinamericabook.com.

6. ==> Social Distancing is Perfect Time to Declutter

Now that you are stuck at home it is pretty hard to
ignore the clutter that most likely surrounds you.
Especially if you are now working from home. As
decluttering and downsizing expert Marlena Uhrik,
Ed.D., will tell you, while we are strongly attached to
them, a surplus of possessions can lead to chaos and
wasted time trying to find them. But before you decide
to hit the decluttering trail, take a moment to listen
to Marlena as she shares the five biggest mistakes
people make that lead to unnecessary frustration and
abandonment of good intentions. She’ll help you come up
with a plan, avoid doing too much at once, get over the
idea of perfection and make smart decisions. A 50-year
educator, Realtor and Certified Home Stager, she’s one
of six authors of the No. 1 Amazon bestseller “Secret
Sauce of Downsizing: The Complete Guide for Living with
Less and Loving It More!” Ask her about free giveaways.
Contact her at (916) 269-0528; MUhrik@rtirguests.com

7. ==> Home Alone? You Wish! 3 Coping Tips for Too Much
Family Time

What happens when family members are forced to
congregate together for long periods in small spaces?
Arguments, bickering, door slamming. As communication
expert Raj Girn will point out, nuclear families
weren’t created to handle unlimited close contact with
multiple personality types. With few alternatives for
the moment, what can we do? Raj, who has been working
lately with clients who have been grappling with the
suffocation of being stuck at home with spouses, kids,
grandparents, and even pets, can offer three tips for
boosting your emotional intelligence around effective
communication while being stuck in isolation. Raj is a
well-known media personality in Canada and a serial
media entrepreneur who has worked in many
communication-intensive industries with thought
leaders, celebrities, and multinational corporations.
Contact her at (647) 490-3158; Rgirn@rtirguests.com

8. ==> Keeping Coronavirus from Flattening Your Bank
Account

The coronavirus has instantly made millions of people’s
financial lives worse. Maybe they’ve been laid off or
are working reduced hours or had to shut down their
businesses. And as we try to “flatten the curve,” bank
accounts are also being flattened. Until life returns
to normal, what can they do to stem the bleeding?
Interview Lorri Craig, a Certified Financial Planner
with a master’s degree in finance, to find out. She can
talk about ways to save money on everything from cell
phone plans to TV subscriptions, how to negotiate with
credit card companies and landlords and talk about why
the last place you want to cut back is at your kitchen
table. She’ll also share little-known legitimate ways
you can make money from home. Contact Lorri Craig at
(484) 453-1742; LCraig@rtirguests.com

9. ==> The Ultimate Social Distance Lifestyle: Living
in a 39-Foot RV

By now, some of your listeners are starting to feel a
bit stir-crazy as they stay home and wait out the
pandemic. So, imagine what it would be like if home was
a 39-foot RV you shared with your spouse. Tim Winders
will tell your audience why he believes it’s a great
way to social distance as they ride out the storm in
the RV they call Theo. For anyone who has wondered what
it would be like to travel full time while making money
as you go Tim has the answers. He is so persuasive that
his adult son also works and lives in his own RV. Tim
can also talk about his inspiring life journey: he went
from owning seven-figure businesses and over 100
properties to bankruptcy, homelessness and having $100
in his bank account before rebounding to his current,
more intentional lifestyle. Contact Tim Winders at
(404) 846-4639; twinders@rtirguests.com

10. ==> Colorado Takes Healthcare from Washington: Good
Idea?

Colorado is moving to increase state control of
healthcare by replacing federal control with state
mandates. Deane Waldman, M.D., MBA., says, “We need to
remove the federal government from healthcare. Colorado
appears to have taken a first step. But appearances can
be deceiving.” Colorado’s taking healthcare from
Washington is a good move, Waldman says. But, not the
way they did it. He’ll explain how Colorado’s plan
takes away a patient’s right to choose the same way
Congress does in their Medicare-for-All bill, and what
we can learn from the former USSR’s implementation of
price controls. Listeners will learn how to get the
care they need, when they need it, without going broke.
Deane Waldman, M.D., MBA, is professor emeritus of
pediatrics, pathology, and decision science and former
director of the Center for Healthcare Policy at Texas
Public Policy Foundation. A sought-after media guest,
he has also written six books including “Curing the
Cancer in U.S. Healthcare: StatesCare and Market-Based
Medicine.” Contact him at (505) 255-2999;
dw@deanewaldman.com

11. ==> Should You Fire Doctor Google?

Every minute 70,000 health-related questions are asked
on Google, according to the search engine itself.
That’s one billion questions a day! But is this a good
thing? Not so much, says Trevor Campbell, M.D., who
points out that the worst scenarios of any condition
tend to draw the most interest. “It makes people
depressed, ruminative and can destroy hope,” he says,
adding that the resulting hypervigilance actually
worsens the lot of people who suffer from chronic pain,
his area of expertise. Dr. Campbell can also talk about
the ways technology brings its own stressors and what
the antidotes are for avoiding drama in cyberspace. Ask
him: How is technology robbing us of our leisure time?
How can we limit its reach this spring? Dr. Campbell is
a family physician who studied medicine at the
University of Cape Town, South Africa, before
immigrating to Canada. His new book is “The Language of
Pain: Fast Forward Your Recovery to Stop Hurting.”
Contact Trevor Campbell at (250) 217-7832;
tcampbell@rtirguests.com

12. ==> Surviving Childbirth — Don’t Be a Maternal
Mortality Statistic

It’s the 21st century. That means women can breeze
through childbirth and be healthy to raise their
children, right? Sadly, maternal deaths have been
increasing, despite advanced obstetrical care. Find out
why and what expectant parents and medical personnel
should know, when you interview Alan Lindemann, M.D. He
has delivered more than 6,000 babies (including many
multiple births, even quads) during his decades-long
career without losing a mom. This fascinating
professional will discuss the trouble with “maternity
deserts” where women are hours away from where they’ll
deliver … illnesses affecting healthy birthing …
the impact of too many c-sections … who needs more OB
nurses … plus additional issues that put mothers (and
babies) at risk. Dr. Lindemann’s advice can save
countless lives, families and careers. Contact Dr.
Lindemann at (701) 543-6182; dhaugen@rtirguests.com

13. ==> Iraq Vet: From Faith to Darkness and Back Again

If you’d pulled shards of a friend’s skull out of your
own face or seen a man killed by an IED as he raced to
meet his wife and newborn child, how would you respond?
How would you be changed? Decorated combat veteran
Capt. Jeff Morris will share his traumatic experience
as a battalion leader in Iraq, what it did to his faith
and how he came to survive not only firefights in
Baghdad’s most dangerous war zone but the deaths of
eight of his men and a subsequent decade-long battle
with PTSD. The author of “Legion Rising: Surviving
Combat and the Scars It Left Behind” is now a senior
executive who travels the country on behalf of his
nonprofit Legion 8 Foundation, formed to honor the men
lost under his leadership in Baghdad. Contact Jason
Jones at jason@jonesliterary.com

14. ==> Who is to Blame for Honesty’s Decline?

In a recent Gallup Poll on honesty, respondents said
that just 13% of senators were honest and ranked
governors’ and business executives’ honesty at 20%.
With the press (28% honest) routinely fact-checking
everything the president says it makes you wonder
whether honesty has become a relic of the past. And if
it is, author and leadership expert Steven Mays says,
“Why are we surprised when we get terrible results from
our leaders? It’s our own damned fault.” He’ll reveal
why talent is important in people who serve as leaders,
but developing it at the expense of character and
honesty is an all too common mistake. Mays is the
author of “The Power of 3: Lessons in Leadership.” A
graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis who
served on nuclear submarines, he was a mathematician,
electrical engineer and nuclear engineer who worked in
private industry and at the Nuclear Regulation
Commission. Contact him at (703) 552-5672;
smays@rtirguests.com

15. ==> Book This Guest If You’ve Ever Crammed for a
Test!

Have you ever crammed for a test? How about your kids?
Chances are the answer is yes. But did you know that
cramming almost never leads to learning? It’s true!
Most students cram to get that “A” on Friday … but they
have forgotten vital information by Monday. The “Cram
Plan” just doesn’t work long-term. Interview Lee
Jenkins, educator, administrator and author of “How to
Create a Perfect School,” so he can explain how a
“perfect school” is possible when we take away the
cramming game that teachers and students play.
According to Lee, it’s easier than you think to solve
the educational dilemma in this country by getting rid
of cramming, once and for all. Lee Jenkins has been an
educator and administrator both in public schools and
universities. Contact him at (484) 306-8784;
LJenkins@rtirguests.com

16. ==> It’s Time to Spring-Clean Your Life and Make
Room for Your Dreams

Springtime brings thoughts of spring-cleaning to many
parents, but how about some mental spring-cleaning to
make room for your dreams? Instead of being overwhelmed
with to-do lists and constantly feeling burned out, why
not recharge your batteries by reigniting your dreams?
Children’s author and mom of three Rosie J. Pova tells
parents, “We put our kids first and often ignore our
dreams and passions in life in order to take care of
everyone else in the family. With the right strategy,
we can make the time to pursue our goals.” Invite Pova
to share 10 tips on following your passions without
neglecting your family. She can tell your audience how
to get started, how to stay motivated even after
multiple setbacks, and how to overcome failure.  Pova
is the author of several children’s books including her
latest picture book, Sunday Rain. She has been featured
by KCHF 730-AM, DEAR Texas Radio, Web Talk Radio, and
many other shows nationwide. Contact her at (214)
225-0856?; RPova@rtirguests.com

17. ==> Women’s History Month: Climber Helps Women
Reach Their Peak

During Women’s History Month, female leaders want to
help transform our world. International retreat leader,
author, attorney, and mountain climber Mozella Perry
Ademiluyi has helped thousands of women globally to
achieve their biggest goals. Invite her to reveal why
times of turmoil are the best times for female leaders
to make positive change. She can also share why
barriers and boundaries make good targets for reaching
success and how to establish the attitudes that help
women reach their peak potential. Ademiluyi is a
successful international speaker and author who reached
Mount Kilimanjaro’s 19,341-foot peak at the age of 60.
She now teaches professional women how to boldly
embrace the steps that help them reach their summit.
Her book “Rise!” reveals how each person can
successfully climb her own mountains. Contact her at
(301) 437-7607; mozella@mountainpeakstrategies.com

18. ==> The Best Treatments for Younger-Looking Skin

According to business research data organization
Satistica, the global market for skin-care products is
currently $148.3 billion. As that huge number
illustrates, the number of skin-care products available
to consumers today is staggering, making it difficult
to know how to spend those dollars wisely. Christy Hall
says the best way to reduce beauty industry overwhelm
is through consumer education. Invite Hall on your show
for straight talk on everything from how skin works to
nutrition, what to expect with topical procedures and
how to look your best while aging. From injectable
fillers to Botox and lasers, learn what works, what is
a waste of money, and how to get the most bang from
your beauty buck. A board-certified physician assistant
(PA-C) specializing in cosmetic dermatology and
aesthetic medicine, Christy Hall’s Arizona medical
aesthetics practice specializes in non-surgical facial
and skin rejuvenation treatments. Her new book is “Your
Beauty Advocate: A Non-Nonsense Guide to Age-Defying
Skincare.” Contact Christy Hall at (520) 260-2272;
Christy@mikelkristi.com

19. ==> Get off Social Media and Get Outside!

Feeling low on energy? Need a spring in your step or a
new attitude? Put down the iPad or remote and get
outside for a quick perk up that can make you feel
better. Invite award-winning screenwriter, author,
TV/film producer, journalist, and TV host Maryann
Ridini Spencer to reveal why simply getting outdoors
and surrounding yourself with nature can improve your
mood and your health. She can tell your audience how it
also helps with your focus and creativity. Maryann is
the author of the award-winning novel “Lady in the
Window” and the new Amazon bestseller, “The Paradise
Table.” Her work has appeared on Hallmark Hall of Fame
(CBS-TV), the Hallmark Channel, CNN, USA, Syfy,
Showtime, PBS, and many others. Contact Maryann Ridini
Spencer at (818) 884-0104; recprinfo@gmail.com

20. ==> Fun Show: How Coffee Preferences Predict the
Wines You Like

We all have personal coffee preferences, but what do
yours reveal about the kind of wine you like? Andy
Hyman is a tour guide in the Napa and Sonoma wine
country who has shared his passion for wine with
thousands of people from around the world. Invite him
to share what your favorite wines would be based on
your coffee preference. He can also reveal whether
taste preferences mainly come down to how many taste
buds someone has or if those preferences are learned.
His book, Snob Free Wine Tasting Companion: Wine Smart
in a Day, reveals how to get the most out of a wine-
tasting experience, how wine is made, and general
knowledge about wine. Hyman has been featured by Sonoma
Magazine, the Marin Independent Journal, Napa Valley
Register, North Bay BIZ magazine, and other radio and
print outlets nationwide. Contact him at (415)
767-1441; andyhyman@rtirguests.com