01. Reprieve? Why Assange Will Stay in the UK
02. How Long Will You Have to Wait for Your Vaccine?
03. How National Service Could Heal Our Country
04. Pulitzer Prize-Winner’s New Malcolm X Biography
05. From ‘Snowflake’ to ‘Racist’: Why We Label and Why it Matters
06. Can You Tell Propaganda from Fact?
07. Racist Cops? Are Their Numbers Exaggerated?
08. Economic Trends Killing Women’s Futures
09. Start a New Career in 2021
10. It’s Glaucoma Awareness Month: Are You at Risk?
11. What Made 2020’s Wildfires the Worst in Modern Memory?
12. Flip-Flops for Winter? Yup!
13. Live Your Best Life in the Worst of Times
14. Surprising Characteristics of Successful Leaders
15. He Dated 100 Women in One Year

1. ==> Reprieve? Why Assange Will Stay in the UK

Citing harsh federal prison conditions in the United States, a British district court judge rejected the U.S.’s extradition request against WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, ruling that it would be “oppressive” because of his mental health. Journalist Kevin Gosztola says while Assange gets a reprieve, it’s worth noting why. “Judge Baraitser accepted virtually all of (the) allegations against Assange that made this a dangerous case for press freedom. Although the request was rejected, there is plenty in this ruling to cause alarm.” Assange has been held on espionage charges in a high-security British prison since 2019. A superseding indictment in 2020 contained new general allegations that criminalized common newsgathering practices, including the receipt and publication of secret government information. Press freedom organizations throughout the world condemned the charges. Kevin Gosztola is managing editor of Shadowproof, a reader-funded investigative news outlet devoted to exposing abuses of power in government and business. Contact him at kevin@shadowproof.com; @kgosztola

2. ==> How Long Will You Have to Wait for Your Vaccine?

The U.S. has administered more than 4.2 million coronavirus vaccine doses but is lagging behind some other countries as hospitalizations continue to surge following the holidays. The federal government had repeatedly promised 20 million people would have received their first shots by the end of the year. Invite Dean L. Fanelli, Ph.D., a vaccine expert and an expert on pharmaceutical- and chemical-related technologies, to discuss the vaccine roll-out, why the process is going slower than anticipated, and when all Americans can expect to receive their doses. Dean Fanelli, Ph.D., is a partner in the intellectual property department of Seyfarth Shaw LLP’s Washington D.C. office. Contact Ryan McCormick at (516) 901-1103; (919) 377-1200 or ryan@goldmanmccormick.com

3. ==> How National Service Could Heal Our Country

As the Biden administration takes shape, David Scheffer says an emphasis on voluntary national service, namely young adults volunteering for national service at home, abroad, or in the military in exchange for tuition waivers for higher education, could be a powerful beginning. “If Biden’s goal of healing the nation is to have real meaning, then a good place to start with liberals, conservatives and centrists is national and international service grounded in an incentivized program of work in exchange for tuition for college and vocational training,” says Scheffer. “National service requires working together and sharing experiences among a diverse group of American high school graduates drawn from a broad political spectrum. The lessons learned —cooperation, understanding varied points of view and achieving a common goal — will build a stronger American body politic and society. Its time has come in this deeply fractured nation.” David Scheffer is a visiting senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations and clinical professor emeritus and director emeritus of the Center for International Human Rights at Northwestern University Law School. He served as the first United States Ambassador-at-Large for War Crimes Issues, during President Bill Clinton’s second term in office. Contact him at dscheffer@cfr.org

4. ==> Pulitzer Prize-Winner’s New Malcolm X Biography

Americans know that Malcolm X was an African American Muslim minister and human rights activist who was a popular figure during the civil rights movement. But a new biography greatly expands our understanding of Malcolm X’s life and contextualizes it, not only within the Nation of Islam but within the larger arc of African American history. Researched and written by Pulitzer Prize–winning investigative journalist Les Pane and his daughter Tamara, and published after Les Pane’s death in 2018, “The Dead Are Rising” incorporates material culled from hundreds of hours of interviews with Malcolm’s then still-living immediate family and contemporaries. Tamara Pane can discuss her father’s first witnessing Malcolm X’s galvanizing oratory at a rally in 1963 and how that affected his life and career and what it was like working with her father on the book. Les Payne was an investigative journalist, foreign correspondent, and editor at Newsday. A founder of the National Association of Black Journalists, he also wrote an award-winning syndicated column. Tamara Payne served as her father’s principal researcher. Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 991-8328; jboyer@rtirguests.com

5. ==> From ‘Snowflake’ to ‘Racist’: Why We Label and Why it Matters

The truth seems to be in short supply these days. But is it? “Most people accuse whoever is on the opposite side of a political debate with lying or dishonesty when an honest evaluation of the situation is that they disagree with their opinion about something,” says author and leadership expert Steven Mays. Mays can talk about why we toss around labels like “racist,” “tyrant,” and “Snowflake,” as a way of disavowing other people’s experiences and opinions and why poor leadership leads to catastrophic unintended consequences like riots and pandemics. 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

6. ==> Can You Tell Propaganda from Fact?

We’re all influenced by propaganda every day, especially when it comes to politics. Learning to recognize techniques people use to influence your opinions and actions can help you evaluate the flood of information you get each day. Layman “Buzz” Allen will explain how learning to identify propaganda is as easy as playing an online game (the aptly named The Propaganda Game) and explain how propaganda can be a good thing. “The fascinating thing is that propaganda is used by all sides in most controversial issues. Our role in pointing out the actual mechanics is neutral as far as ideology is concerned. We are seeking to raise the level of discourse and appreciation for everyone involved,” Buzz says. Used in schools, The Propaganda Game was co-invented by Buzz’s late uncle, Robert W. Allen, and Bonanza actor Lorne Greene in the 1960s. Ask him: What are some of the 50 techniques explored in the game and which could help us right now? How did propaganda get a bad reputation during the Cold War? What would people be surprised to know about Lorne Greene and comedian Leslie Nielsen? Contact Michael Clever at (515) 412-0419; MClever@rtirguests.com or lallen@rtirguests.com

7. ==> Racist Cops? Are Their Numbers Exaggerated?

Mark Rusin, a former Las Vegas METRO police officer and retired ATF special agent with nearly 30 years as a law enforcement official, wants to talk about Black Lives Matter, Blue Lives Matter, and defunding the police. He says although there are some bad apples, all cops are being unfairly painted as racist when “99% of cop shootings of ‘unarmed’ people occur when they resist arrest or fail to follow commands.” He adds, “It is a known fact that when an ‘unarmed’ subject refuses to follow lawful police commands and chooses to physically engage in hand-to-hand combat with an officer they must be treated as ‘armed’ because every officer has a loaded gun at their side.” Rusin will also share why allegations of racism have led to police apathy in America and what that means for public safety. A consultant to “CSI” and other shows, he is the author of the upcoming book “METRO: Sin City Chronicles.” An earlier novel, “Justice For Dallas,” based on real events, is being turned into a screenplay. Contact Mark Rusin at (520) 205-1113; msrusin@comcast.net

8. ==> Economic Trends Killing Women’s Futures

As a group, American women are having to bear the brunt and the hits keep on coming. Already behind before the pandemic and more likely to be economic victims of its fallout, women also face an unequal impact from the five biggest economic trends that are affecting Americans’ futures, according to Certified Financial Planner Lorri Craig. Lorri can detail the significant economic impacts of COVID-19, lower interest rates, climate change, the U.S.’s declining global power, and baby boomer’s inability to retire and why women are more affected than men. Lorri has a master’s degree in finance and is a subject matter expert for the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards. She offers an Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) investment platform on her website for socially conscious investors who want to make a positive impact. Contact Lorri at (484) 453-1742; LCraig@rtirguests.com

9. ==> Start a New Career in 2021

In 2021, many people will be thinking about switching careers due to furloughs, unemployment, burnout and plain dissatisfaction. Geraldine Hogan can offer them hope and guidance. She has helped thousands of educators, business professionals and entrepreneurs explore new challenges and can offer tips for anyone who wants to apply their skills in a new direction. 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. Hogan, a former educator, attorney and judge, can talk about her own career journey as well. She’s 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

10. ==> It’s Glaucoma Awareness Month: Are You at Risk for This Sneak Thief of Sight?

If you are over 40 or have not had your eyes checked lately or are Black or Hispanic, your chances of getting glaucoma, the “sneak thief of sight” are greater. More than 3 million Americans have glaucoma and many more don’t know that they do. In time for National Glaucoma Awareness Month in January, interview vision educator Linda Odubayo Thompson to get the facts on this often symptomless eye disease that can lead to blindness. Linda, who has suffered from Closed Angle Glaucoma for over 33 years, has done substantial research on the subject. Ask her: Is glaucoma curable? What treatments can slow its progression? Are some babies born with it? What are the two types? Contact Linda at (914) 944-1474; lthompson@rtirguests.com

11. == > What Made 2020’s Wildfires the Worst in Modern Memory?

Changing temperatures, rogue winds, drought, and human actions. Are those the reasons for the devastating wildfires across the West that killed people and animals, destroyed homes, paralyzed the wine industry, and decimated millions of acres in California alone? What can be done now to stop such destruction this coming year? James Moseley, CEO of Sun FireDefense, may be the most impressive wildfire expert you’ll ever interview. His California-based company defends life and property from wildfire every year. Ask him: What keeps many wildfires burning with such intensity? What role does climate change play? What can people do to protect themselves and bounce back? How can we save firefighters’ lives? What do you expect for next year’s wildfire season? Contact James Moseley at (818) 486-4662; jmoseley@rtirguests.com

12. ==> Flip-Flops for Winter? Yup!

Aside from being fun to wear, flip-flops can also help define us, and enable us to live our best lives. So says former Miss America contestant, author and humorist Jane Jenkins Herlong. “Since life has flipped on us, we need to survive with humor, productivity and occupying our minds in healthy ways,” she says. “It’s okay to laugh!” Jane can reveal how to put rhinestones on your flip-flops, literally and metaphorically, in order to shine. She is the award-winning author of four books including “Rhinestones on My Flip-Flops,” and has recorded music CDs and personal growth and comedy DVDs. Her comedy is featured on Sirius XM 97. Contact Jane Jenkins Herlong at (803) 599-2941, JHerlong@rtirguests.com

13. ==> Live Your Best Life in the Worst of Times

Life’s challenging, even at the best of times, but what can you do when life keeps kicking you when you’re already down? Invite author and inspirational speaker Danielle Harris-Branch to discuss why bad things happen and how to handle life when you’re at your lowest. Her book, “From the Other Side of the Bed: Allow Faith to Transform Your Perspective Through Life’s Hardest Blows,” shares her unimaginable journey of surviving two types of cancer at the same time her husband was waiting for a kidney transplant. This inspirational couple experienced the worst of life while discovering the best of life. Ask her: What are the essential tools for overcoming negative thinking in painful situations? How can you use a painful situation to become a better version of yourself and even start earning income from it? Contact Danielle Harris-Branch at (804) 373-8195; Harrisbranch@rtirguests.com

14. ==> Surprising Characteristics of Successful Leaders

We all know or have heard of people who influence lives, affect history, lead by example, and even change the future. What do those powerful individuals have in common? How could you become such a leader? Teruni Lamberg, a sought-after leadership expert and author of “Leaders Who Lead Successfully,” will tell you how as she discusses everything from recognizing and strengthening good ideas to having a good sense of humor and overcoming mistakes. Discover what kinds of leadership skills are important and why, as well as how to look at problems from a fresh perspective. Contact Teruni Lamberg at (775) 451-3086: TLamberg@rtirguests.com

15. ==> He Dated 100 Women in One Year

Every time you go on a date you learn something about that person … and yourself. So imagine how much you could learn if you went on 100 first dates in just one year! That’s what author, speaker, and personal transformation expert Arnoux Goran did in his quest to learn what women really want and what makes relationships work. He can reveal what he discovered and the techniques to help you find your perfect match. Invite him to share what red flags to look for on a first date, what really impresses women, and how you can make sure you get a second date. Goran has developed a method to reprogram yourself that was studied by the University of California, Irvine, and proven to be 100% effective. His latest program is HowToAttractYourSoulmate.com. Goran has been featured on radio and television nationwide. Contact him at (878) 203-8231; AGoran@rtirguests.com

01. Psychiatrist on Nashville Bomber’s Motive
02. How to Find a Job in 2021
03. FDR Knew How to Solve the Unemployment Crisis
04. 6 Things Killing Women’s Economic Futures
05. 2021 Resolutions for a Post-Pandemic World
06. How to Have a More Peaceful 2021
07. Resolve to Live a More Adventurous Life in 2021
08. Will 2021 Be the Year of the Rule-Breaker?
09. How to Heal from 2020
10. 5-Minute Post-Holiday Stress Relief
11. Need Cash? It Could Be Time to Sell Your Life Insurance
12. Sloppy Record-Keeping Could Cost You Your Life
13. Like the Stork Personified – ‘What I Learned from 6,000 Deliveries!’
14. Make the Second Half of Your Life … the BEST Half
15. What You Could Lose by Winning a Lawsuit

1.==> Psychiatrist on Nashville Bomber’s Motive

As investigators pour through downtown Nashville looking for clues to Friday’s bombing, renowned forensic psychiatrist Carole Lieberman, M.D., M.P.H., says the bomber’s motive seems clear. “Anthony Quinn Warner left a suicide note! It was Petula Clark’s song, “Downtown,” says Dr. Carole. “It was a conscious or unconscious message, revealing his profound loneliness and he didn’t want anyone to miss it — especially his family.” She calls Warner an “accidental terrorist” and says his act was more a reflection of his mental illness than a true terror attack. She’ll discuss evidence of his psychological problems, why she thinks he was making a statement rather than trying to kill people, and what that statement was. Hear why she believes he left two houses to Michelle Louise Swing, a young woman who claimed she never met him, and how speculation about his targeting AT&T could have something to do with his father, brother and cancer rather than simply 5G conspiracy theories. Dr. Carole Lieberman is a media pro who has appeared on Oprah, the “Today” show, “Good Morning America,” CNN, Fox News and many other outlets. She also hosts her own radio show/podcast. Trained at NYU-Bellevue and at Anna Freud’s London Clinic, she has served on the clinical faculty of UCLA’s Neuropsychiatric Institute for years and is the author of many books including “Lions and Tigers and Terrorists, Oh My! How to Protect Your Child in a Time of Terror.” Contact Ryan McCormick at Ryan@goldmanmccormick.com; (516) 901-1103

2. ==> How to Find a Job in 2021

We’re on the cusp of a New Year with millions of Americans out of work and an employment outlook that doesn’t look bright. For the past two days global outplacement and executive coaching firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas has been taking calls from around the country answering questions about finding the hidden job market, switching careers, resume writing and virtual job interviews. It’s the 35th year the company has suspended business and provided the free service and like many Americans right now, the coaches are working from home. “We feel strongly that we must continue this service, especially at a time when millions unexpectedly find themselves out of work,” says senior vice president Andrew Challenger. He can talk about the program as well as the current job market and economy, and the job search process in 2021. Contact Colleen Madden Blumenfeld at (312) 422-5074; (314) 807-1568 (cell) or colleenmadden@challengergray.com

3. ==> FDR Knew How to Solve the Unemployment Crisis

Will the massive $2.3 trillion coronavirus relief and government funding bill actually help struggling Americans? Critics say the legislation provides billions in gifts for the wealthy and $600 checks for the working class. Ellen Brown, the founder of the Public Banking Institute, says there’s a better way to stimulate the economy and provide jobs to those who need them. “The National Infrastructure Bank of 2020 can rebuild crumbling infrastructure across America, pushing up long-term growth, not only without driving up taxes or the federal debt, but without hyperinflating the money supply or generating financial asset bubbles.” She adds, “With official unemployment at nearly double what it was a year ago and an economic crisis unlike the U.S. has seen in nearly a century, the NIB can trigger the sort of ‘economic miracle’ the country desperately needs.” Brown says the NIB has growing support across the country from labor leaders, elected officials, and grassroots organizations. Ellen Brown is an attorney and the author of many books including “The Web of Debt: The Shocking Truth About Our Money System and How We Can Break Free.” Contact her at ellenhbrown@gmail.com, @ellenhbrown

4. == > 6 Things Killing Women’s Economic Futures

As a group, American women are having to bear the brunt and the hits keep on coming. Already behind before the pandemic and more likely to be economic victims of its fallout, women also face an unequal impact from the five biggest economic trends that are affecting Americans’ futures, according to Certified Financial Planner Lorri Craig. Lorri can detail the significant economic impacts of COVID-19, lower interest rates, climate change, the U.S.’s declining global power, and baby boomer’s inability to retire and why women are more affected than men. Lorri has a master’s degree in finance and is a subject matter expert for the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards. She offers an Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) investment platform on her website for socially conscious investors who want to make a positive impact. Contact Lorri at (484) 453-1742; LCraig@rtirguests.com

5. ==> 2021 Resolutions for a Post-Pandemic World

The vaccines are here and there is finally an end in sight to the pandemic, but everything has changed. In the new Post-Pandemic Era we’ll need to rebuild aspects of our lives, re-adjust to a changing economy, adapt to altered relationships, re-think what works in education, and much more. Psychologist Frank Farley says your New Year’s resolutions could help you in making changes and adapting to the new era. He’ll discuss whether the pandemic will change people’s approach to resolutions, why he thinks they may be more important than ever this year, and how simply trying to change can deliver benefits even if you fail. Hate the thought off resolutions, especially this year? Dr. Farley says, “The ending of one year and the beginning of another is a reasonable point at which to take stock of your life, evaluate the good, the bad, and the ugly, and make some decisions about your life and your future. Business, government, politics and sports do it, reviewing/assessing the year just ended, and projecting forward. Why not try it concerning your own life?” Frank Farley, Ph.D., is a professor at Temple University and the former president of the American Psychological Association. Contact him at (215) 881-7776; frank.farley@comcast.net

6. ==> How to Have a More Peaceful 2021

This year, perhaps more than ever, people are eagerly awaiting the New Year while praying for a more peaceful, prosperous year than the one that preceded it. But, as Donna Melanson will tell you, that reality won’t occur without some practice. She says, “We get good at what we practice whether it is public speaking, riding a bike, or learning anything new. You don’t just wake up one day and become like the Buddha. Practicing peace needs to be a non-negotiable daily commitment, like brushing your teeth.” Invite her on your show and learn how to ground yourself wherever you are in any particular moment. She’ll also reveal what it means to “let yourself go” and why it might be the skill to master this year. An experienced yoga teacher, Donna Melanson is best known for her daily beach sunrise broadcast on Periscope.tv. She is the host of “The Silent Bit” podcast and the author of “A Yogi’s Path to Peace: My Journey to Self-Realization.” Contact her at (828) 215-1212; donna.melanson@gmail.com

7. ==> Resolve to Live a More Adventurous Life in 2021

As you think about what you would like to do differently in 2021, you should take living a safer life off the list. According to author and adventurer Sparrow Hart, safety has consequences — an ever-growing store of regrets from living small — we don’t always think about. He’ll explain why “safety-ism” — valuing safe¬ty above everything else — runs counter to scientific research and ancient wisdom; is toxic to our dreams; and antithetical to a passionate pursuit of our best selves. Sparrow’s varied career includes being a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Stanford, a brief stint working in a slaughterhouse, adven¬tures in the Amazon jungle, and over 30 years of leading workshops on shamanism, the heroic journey, and vision quests in nature. He is the author of several books including “Letters to the River: A Guide to a Dream Worth Living.” Contact Sparrow Hart at (801) 516-0740; SHart@rtirguests.com

8. ==> Will 2021 Be the Year of the Rule-Breaker?

If you are thinking about starting a business in 2021, you need to talk to Raj Girn first. Raj started what would prove to be a lasting, successful publishing business just one year after learning how to write a check and attributes much of her success to not knowing the rules and not realizing she was breaking them! Raj gave numerous mainstream celebrities, including Jennifer Lopez, Nicole Scherzinger, and Nelly Furtado their first South Asian covers in her ANOKHI Magazine; she is also a confidence expert and has an inspiring life story of how she survived an arranged marriage with a stranger, life in a new culture and country and more to achieve a new identity and to work with an impressive roster of multinational clients (L’Oréal Paris, Estée Lauder, Johnnie Walker, Ciroc, Hilton and Sheraton Hotels). Raj heads the Open Chest Confidence Academy, is a well-known media personality in Canada and a serial media entrepreneur who has worked with thought leaders, celebrities, and multinational corporations. She has been featured in two coffee table books, a documentary, and a motivational book that became an international best-seller. Contact her at (647) 490-3158; Rgirn@rtirguests.com

9. ==> How to Heal from 2020

A contentious election. Unarmed Black people shot by police. A pandemic claiming the lives of several hundred thousand loved ones. Record unemployment and social isolation. Most people will be glad to put 2020 behind them but will need some help dealing with the lingering grief of loved ones gone too soon, their deferred or shattered dreams, and feelings of hopelessness. Meghan Smith Brooks can address these issues as well as share the hidden gift contained in the year gone by. She is a certified grief expert, ordained Unity Minister, and licensed spiritual educator whose youngest son was murdered. She is also the author of the “Unraveling Grief: A Mother’s Spiritual Journey of Healing and Discovery.” Ask her: How can forgiveness, acceptance, and gratitude help us put things in perspective? Do you have some advice for coping with the holidays this year? Contact Rev. Meghan Smith Brooks at (816) 844-6783; mbrooks@rtirguests.com

10. ==> 5-Minute Post-Holiday Stress Relief

We all have a lot on our plates this year and the recent holidays haven’t helped. Invite New York-based meditation expert Adam Weber for a show that’s sure to interest anyone trying to put their 2020 stress in the rearview mirror and dial things down. Weber will share his method for relaxing and calming your mind anywhere, at any time of the day, even at work. He says that in only three to five minutes you can decompress and build a meditation practice that fits into your busy schedule. Think it’s hard to start meditating? Weber debunks the myths about meditation and will prove how easy it can be to relax and calm yourself, even in a stressful place like a house filled with home-schooled kids. Adam Weber is the author of the soon-to-be-released book “Meditation Not Medicine: Survive and Thrive in Our Stress Filled World.” Contact him at (917) 779-8177; aweber@rtirguests.com

11. ==> Need Cash? It Could Be Time to Sell Your Life Insurance

Did you know that because of COVID-19 many life insurance carriers have been forced to dramatically raise their costs while lowering benefits? This affects everyone’s life insurance policies and makes one thing certain — every policy needs a review. “Life settlements, a way to sell an existing policy, are a smart financial option for many,” says David Kottler, the Life Insurance Doctor™. “Life settlements are something to be aware of, as 90% of policies lapse before maturity, which is a huge loss to consumers!” David can explain what you need to ask to figure out what your policy is worth. David is the author of “The Best-Kept Secret in Your Insurance Policy.” Contact David Kottler at (216) 532-1221; DKottler@rtirguests.com

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

In the middle of the coronavirus crisis, 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) 300-1603; AMcAwley@rtirguests.com

13. ==> Like the Stork Personified – ‘What I Learned from 6,000 Deliveries!’

If they are lucky, most people experience the birth of a couple of children. But Alan Lindemann, M.D., has experienced 6,000 births and has the stories to tell about them. He’s seen just about everything possible when it comes to childbirth including the birth of quadruplets. Dr. Lindemann is sure to be a favorite guest for anyone interested in pregnancy and childbirth, including expectant parents and the just-plain curious. He is a former clinical instructor and associate clinical professor at the University of North Dakota’s medical school. Among the topics he can address are: is there a COVID baby boom? Or, conversely, have couples been more birth-control minded as hospitals become COVID hotspots? Contact Alan Lindemann, M.D., at (701) 399-9556; ALindemann@rtirguests.com

14. ==> Make the Second Half of Your Life … the BEST Half

As we age, it’s true that some things deteriorate and that aspects of life can get harder, but it’s also true that MANY things actually 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. Joe is the creator of the Silver Linings Network, which he established to encourage happiness, success and emotional health in midlife and later years. Invite him on your show and learn what you should focus on (besides money!) as you approach and dive into retirement and how aging boomers can make a difference, recreate themselves and stay relevant. He’ll also inspire and remind you to love and appreciate life at every age. Contact Joe Swinger at (385) 425-6705: joeswinger@rtirguests.com

15. ==> What You Could Lose by Winning a Lawsuit

Talk about initiating a lawsuit and most people think: Hefty settlement! Getting justice! (Or retribution.) Healing and starting over. But legal trouble is stressful and expensive, and lawsuits can last years, taking more out of you than you gain. So warns attorney Francine Tone, who’s been educating the public for years about getting the right legal help, asking prudent questions, making wise decisions, and proceeding with caution as legal challenges unfold. Invite her to explore realities about suing and being sued, myths and truths about the law, and how even winning lawsuits can jeopardize your business, marriage or health. Francine is the author of “What Every Good Lawyer Wants You to Know.” Contact Francine Tone at (531) 208-1297; FTone@rtirguests.com

01. From St. Nick to Santa: The Gospel of Santa Claus
02. Interview Hollywood’s ‘Go-to’ Santa
03. Follow Santa’s Sleigh on Your Phone
04. Help! Winter Break Fun for Everyone
05. Nobody Needs a Holiday Mishap – Holiday Safety 101
06. What Color is Your Holiday Stress?
07. Don’t Let Family Drama Ruin Your Holiday Zen
08. The Power of Yes and No for Happier Holidays
09. Can We Relax Now? This Guest Says ‘No!’
10. The Nursing Shortage is Here … What Can We Do about It?
11. Boost Your Immun-a-Tea to Get Through the Holidays
12. Fight Fibromyalgia and Feel Better in 2021
13. Will the Supreme Court Take IVF Away?
14. Interview the Luckiest Man Alive
15. Skol! How to Choose Holiday Wine

1.==> From St. Nick to Santa: The Gospel of Santa Claus

Everyone is familiar with Santa Claus, with his big belly, white beard, pink cheeks and omnipresent sack of toys for children. Most people know that the inspiration for Santa was Saint Nicholas, a priest and bishop who lived in the third century A.D., but few know much about the real man in the red suit. Wayne Van Der Wal, a school psychologist and practicing Christian, wants to change that. Invite him on your show and hear how St. Nicholas overcame childhood tragedy, felt called by God to take a vow of poverty, endured horrific persecution for his religious faith, and went on to become one of the most beloved, generous, loving, and famous figures in human history. The author of the historical novel “The Gospel of Santa Claus” will fascinate your audience as he shares details of St. Nicholas’ extraordinary life and what Santa Claus has in common with St. Nick. He’ll also explain how writing the book changed the way he and his family celebrate Christmas each year and how anyone can have the best Christmas season ever, even on a limited budget. Contact Wayne Van Der Wal at (775) 338-4300; wav66@yahoo.com

2. ==> Interview Hollywood’s ‘Go-to’ Santa

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to put on the famous red suit and stand in for Santa Claus? Santa Ed is a professional Santa who also runs The Santa Claus Conservatory, a Santa Claus school. He’ll explain the ways “Santas for Hire” have adapted this year (think Zoom calls, virtual parties and plexiglass) and how kids and their parents responded. He’ll also share some of the craziest Santa requests he’s gotten and explain how he got into the profession and how he now trains others for the job. Santa Ed is Hollywood’s “go-to” Santa Claus and has appeared in many TV shows, commercials and movies. The Santa Claus Conservatory has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Fox Business, Money magazine, VOX, and many others. Contact Santa Ed at (424) 343-9555 (call or text); Santa@SantaEd.com

3. ==> Follow Santa’s Sleigh on Your Phone

This Thursday, St. Nick is scheduled to load his sleigh with gifts, harness his reindeer and take to the skies for his annual journey across the globe, and there’s one government agency that will be following his every move … and you can too! The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), the government agency that tracks everything that flies in and around North America in defense of our homeland, will track Santa Claus just as they have each year since 1955. Book an interview with a Santa Tracker to hear the unlikely story of how this modern tradition began with a child’s accidental phone call, why the agency continues to provide Santa’s flight updates more than 50 years later, and how the process has evolved to include social media and flight apps that allow you to track Santa on your phone! The folks at NORAD can provide video b-roll and graphics and arrange general interviews with a Santa Tracker or tailor the interview for your specific region. You can even book live inflight interviews for December 24. Contact NORAD Public Affairs at (719) 554-6889; NTSMedia@outlook.com

4. ==> Help! Winter Break Fun for Everyone

What can parents do with their kids during winter break this year with persistent COVID-19 recreational challenges? Digital education expert and author Mary Ann Burke, Ed.D., can share activities for families, whether they’ve got toddlers, teens or both! Ideas include having kids help plan, organize and execute the holiday baking and cooking, writing letters to seniors, military personnel and lonely community members and making gifts for family and those in need. She’ll also share tips on clever ways to include everyone and reinforce specific skills at different ages. Mary Ann Burke, Ed.D., is a substitute distance learning teacher for Oak Grove School District in San Jose, California. Dr. Burke creates digital language arts and substitute teaching K – 12 activities for teachers and parents. She is the cofounder of the Genparenting.com blog. Contact Johanna Ramos-Boyer at (703) 991-8328; jboyer@rtirguests.com

5.==> Nobody Needs a Holiday Mishap – Holiday Safety 101

Nothing can ruin the holidays more than a trip to the emergency room or a visit from your local firefighters. Whether it’s an oven fire as you’re preparing dinner, a relative falling in your driveway, or a pet choking on a Christmas ornament, the holidays are filled with opportunities for accidents and mishaps. Former chairman of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Hon. Nancy Steorts will reveal the biggest threats during the holidays and share ways to make sure your family enjoys the season without anyone having to call 911. Nancy Steorts is the author of several books including “Your Home Safe Home” and “Safe Living in a Dangerous World.” Contact her at (703) 790-5116; (240) 401-7782 (cell); nancysteorts@cox.net

6. ==> What Color is Your Holiday Stress?

Holidays are joyful but they can also be very stressful! Let Barry Shore explain why holiday stress comes in different shades and how you can identify what color yours is. For example, are you experiencing black stress — the kind in which you feel there is no way out — or red, grey, purple or blue stress? Shore will reveal what each color means and what you can do to destress. He can also share why stress kills and joy heals and offer 11 strategies for living in joy. Barry can also talk about his own inspirational story of finding his life purpose after a little-known disease he didn’t even know he had suddenly left him a quadriplegic. Today he can walk haltingly with the aid of a six-foot walking wand, has been able to swim over 7,000 miles, and revels in his role as Ambassador of Joy to the World. He hosts The Joy of Living radio program and podcast and has been featured in or appeared on O Magazine, Fox, NBC, ABC, and Forbes. Contact him at (310) 770-4685; barry@barryshore.com

7. ==> Don’t Let Family Drama Ruin Your Holiday Zen

The holidays can be stressful under the best of circumstances, but this has been a crazy year and families are dealing with more than ever. Invite Arnoux Goran, author, speaker, and the world’s No. 1 expert in personal transformation, to reveal proven techniques to keep your cool and prevent family drama from getting out of hand. He’ll discuss common triggers that set people off and how to remain calm when family members try to push your buttons. Goran has developed a method to reprogram yourself that was studied by the University of California, Irvine, and proven to be 100% effective. His latest program is HowToAttractYourSoulmate.com. Goran has been featured on radio and television nationwide. Contact him at (878) 203-8231; AGoran@rtirguests.com

8. ==> The Power of Yes and No for Happier Holidays

Want to have a happier holiday season but don’t know where to start? Want to get a head-start on your New Year’s resolutions? Just like every other move you make in your life, you have Just 2 Choices, says author, speaker and radio guest Rico Racosky. Rico can help individuals navigate the holiday season and New Year’s resolutions so they can reach their goals by using simple yes or no answers. Figuring out your life just got way easier. Rico’s book is “Just 2 Choices.” Contact Rico at (730) 572-1321; Rracosky@rtirguests.com

9. ==> Can We Relax Now? This Guest Says ‘No!’

Americans’ anxiety around the election was palpable. After it was finally called after days of counting ballots, it was as if the country finally exhaled and spontaneous celebrations erupted across the country and even around the globe. Joe Biden has called for this to become a moment of national healing, but Sankarshan Das says that’s unlikely to happen. “This election will not heal our country. There are deep, deep wounds which Joe Biden is incapable of healing.” Invite the spiritual master to discuss what’s broken in our society, what we need to heal, and whether any politician can provide it. Sankarshan Das 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; sdas@rtirguests.com

10. ==> The Nursing Shortage is Here … What Can We Do about It?

Thanks in no small degree to the pandemic, burnout, and an older workforce, rural areas and small hospitals are scrambling for nurses with some ERs operating with fewer nurses than they should. How can we help prevent these nursing shortages which are likely to worsen as our aging population needs more care? 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 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

11. ==> Boost Your Immun-a-Tea to Get Through the Holidays

Since the coronavirus outbreak began, everyone has been talking about immunity. How can your body be healthier to ward-off disease? Can we be wiser in what we eat and drink during the holidays? What’s the best natural way to bring about strength, energy, healthier skin and ultimately longer life? For the answers, listen to Tilak Sikva, an expert in nutrition and health research and the inventor of CilanTea, which helps people of all ages find their ideal path to a healthier life. Ask him: What makes cilantro an unexpected health food? What’s the best way to take advantage of its benefits? Which commonly imbibed beverages should we watch out for, since they decrease immunity, especially in difficult times? Contact Tilak Silva at (310) 421-4680, tsilva@rtirguests.com

12. ==> Fight Fibromyalgia and Feel Better in 2021

Leah McCullough, affectionately known as The Fibro Lady, appreciates that she no longer deals with life-impacting pain, fatigue and depression. Now an international wellness speaker and author, she’s on a mission to help other pain sufferers cope, manage, and even recover from fibromyalgia. Invite this informative and vivacious speaker to discuss secrets to an upbeat mood, boundless energy, achieving a great night’s sleep, and also timely topics such as the coronavirus pandemic’s effects on chronic pain patients, as well as medical cannabis. Leah is the author of “Freedom from Fibromyalgia: 7 Steps to Complete Recovery and Eat to Energize.” Her free online program is “How to Reduce and Even Eliminate Fibromyalgia Pain.” Contact Leah at (859) 279-0413; LMcCullough@rtirguests.com

13. ==> Will the Supreme Court Take IVF Away?

Expect controversy when Nate Birt discusses in vitro fertilization (IVF) and whether it could become a casualty when the new conservative Supreme Court addresses reproductive rights. Birt, the father of a toddler who began life as another couple’s embryo, can discuss what Roe v Wade has to do with IVF, whether this is more than a pro-life issue, and what may happen if parents are denied the chance to give birth to or adopt a baby if IVF is no longer allowed. Nate Birt is the author of “Frozen, But Not Forgotten: An Adoptive Dad’s Step-by-Step Guide to Embryo Adoption.” Contact Nate Birt at (417) 221-9045; NBirt@rtirguests.com

14. ==> Interview the Luckiest Man Alive

By any stretch of the imagination, Charles Gardner is a lucky man. He’s been on overtime for nine years so far after having survived a six-week coma, 13 strokes, major organ failure, a near-death experience and his family’s pulling the plug on him. All of those circumstances occurred as a result of one awful bout with the flu. But everything happens for a reason, and Charlie is certain that his purpose includes telling other people about the miracles he has experienced and serving as an example of how to appreciate the life you have even if it isn’t the one you expected. Charlie tells his inspiring story in his book “Always Remember This Moment.” Ask him: What happened during his near-death experience? What were some of the miracles he experienced? How did his daughter’s love bring him back from the dead? Contact Charles Gardner at (650) 995-5626; charlesgardner@rtirguests.com

15. ==> Skol! How to Choose Holiday Wine

It’s been an unconventional year and the holidays are sure to be the same. No matter whom you’re with or what you are eating, there will likely be some adult beverages involved and Jim Laughren, CWE, can help your listeners figure out the perfect wine for the occasion, whether they’re looking for a comforting favorite, something out of the ordinary or a bargain too good to pass up. He can also suggest creative gift ideas for the wine lovers on your shopping list like special glasses and accessories, wine club memberships and more. An encyclopedia of wine knowledge, Jim is the author of two short new eBooks, “The 15-Minute Guide to Red Wine” and “The 15-Minute Guide to White Wine.” He has appeared on radio and TV around the country and is also the award-winning author of “50 Ways to Love Wine More” and “A Beer Drinker’s Guide to Knowing and Enjoying Fine Wine.” Contact Jim Laughren at (954) 317-9623; JLaughren@rtirguests.com