2012-05-15

Are you in the right job?

The girls take an interests and abilities test

Are you still wondering what you want to be when you grow up? What kind of career abilities do you think you have? Sherri, Renie, and Pam take an Interest Inventory and Ability Profile and you’re not gonna believe what those gals should have been!

The girls discuss the skills they do and don’t have as they look at psychological tests to determine jobs this week. We find out that Pam and Sherri have an affinity for logic problems, but Renie gets too caught up in the backstories. Why is Sherri going back to school? Is she looking for a new career? And we discover that Pam would make a good split personality,(but we already knew that. We did, too).

2012-05-08

First Grave on the Right author Darynda Jones!

Darynda Jones – the absolutely sweetest, most innocent looking gal you’d ever meet. Yet she writes of Crime, Murder, Mayhem… and we’ve got her on the show! The author of First Grave on the Right, Second Grave on the Left, Third Grave Dead Ahead, and the soon-to-be-released, Fourth Grave Beneath My Feet, Darynda is up for several awards, including a couple of RITA’s and an AUDIE.

We’ll talk about an oversexed, coffee-driven detective who just happens to be a grim reaper, as well as the son of Satan, whom any woman would love to bed. We ask about her paranormal mystery series, her awards, and why she’s glad her sons and husband haven’t read her books! Join us for our chat with award-winning author Darynda Jones

2012-05-01

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2012-03-06

Sex and the Senior Citizen

The girls celebrate that 100-year-old Dana Jackson got married and mull over the fact that STDs are on the rise in the boomer generation. That leads to a discussion of sex in an old folk’s home, Viagra and how high-powered women at work sometimes turn into introverts when they get home.

2012-02-28

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2012-02-21

The Civil War, Lincoln and More - It's a President's Day Show with James L. Swanson and Dr. Don Elder

Yesterday was President's Day and we're continuing the celebration with some facts about Washington and two GREAT interviews about Lincoln. Dr. Don Elder joins us to talk about Lincoln and the Civil War, and James L. Swanson talks about the Manhunt for Lincoln's Killer. Fascinating stuff on Life and Other Matters!

2012-02-14

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2012-01-31

Life and Other Matters: Tripping Back to the 1970s

We go back to the Seventies this week on the show, as I dig through a box from my high school and college days. We discuss the concepts of streaking, rap groups and women's lib.

Plus, Renie shares a story of sexual harassment from when she went to college and Sherri tries her hand at a quiz about electronics.

2012-01-24

Life and Other Matters - Is Photoshopping the new "norm"?

The girls discuss the practice of photoshopping: has it led us to expect a new, unattainable, norm? Or is it just giving us that little "boost" we all need about our looks? And even if we know something is photoshopped, do we really internalize that it's not "real?"

And isn't photoshopping kinda like putting on makeup? Are we being hypocritical? When is it too much? And does it matter if we don't look like our photo when you see us in person?

2012-01-17

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2011-12-27

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2011-11-08

Life and Other Matters - Preventing Breast Cancer

The girls discuss breast cancer and hear from specialist Dr. Tom Hudson about how it CAN be prevented! Dr. Hudson offers surprising facts and figures (your medical history is NOT that important!) and things we can do to reduce the probability of getting it. Plus, Sherri shares her story and Renie gets sanctimonious.

2011-11-01

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2011-10-25

Life and Other Matters: The science of evil with Dr. Simon Baron-Cohen

With Halloween right around the corner, the girls discuss scary costumes, severed arms and pillow cases of candy. It brings them to the question of evil: are you born evil, or do you learn it? So they turn to Cambridge psychology professor and autism expert Dr. Simon Baron-Cohen to find out how empathy plays into it all. Plus we get his take on his cousin Sacha’s comedy and how it relates to Mob Mentality.

2011-10-18

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2011-10-04

Life and Other Matters - Let's talk about...flogging?!...with Peter Moskos!

We pretty well know that the way it is right now, the prison system is not really working. But what can be done about it? Author and criminal justice professor Peter Moskos has an unusual and controversial idea – what about flogging? The girls chat about the penal system and corporal (and capital) punishment.

2011-09-27

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2011-09-20

Life and Other Matters - Shoe Shopping and the State Department?!

The girls get stuck with needles as they visit Dr. Linda Sullivan, DOM in Albuquerque. Then talk turns to travel, as Sherri ramps up for her cruise to Russia and the Baltic States. Do YOU know where to go to get a visa? Renie shares that she almost joined the State Department, and all the hoops she went through to get interviewed. Plus a few bad puns and a whole lot of laughs.

2011-09-13

Life and Other Matters - Who were YOU in your last life? Find out with hypnotherapist Betti Hoeppner!

Hypnotherapist Bettie Hoeppner is in town and Sherri decides to try regression by hypnosis. Will it turn out she was an Egyptian queen in a past life? An Aztec warrior? Or a scullery maid in jolly old England? We learn about hypnosis, what it feels like, what it can - and cannot - do, and Renie quacks like a duck.

2011-09-06

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2011-08-30

Life and Other Matters - Eating Raw

Today on the show: The girls learn about eating Raw from Chef BeLive. Plus they discuss smoothies, anti-oxidants, Jack LaLanne and why she was called Radical Renie! All your questions about vegan and the Raw food diet are answered on the show, including getting enough protein, vitamin deficiencies and how to make an incredibly delicious raw food wrap.

And you'll even get a smoothie recipe, too!

2011-08-23

Life and Other Matters - Customer Service Nightmares!

[8:45:00 AM] Pamela Atherton: The girls are hot! Sherri talks about the bad customer service she got from Bank of America and Renie explains about the time she went to drug court because of the lousy customer service at the New Mexico motor vehicle department. How badly have YOU ever been treated? Plus, they talk about GOOD service: from Trader Joe’s, Buca di Beppo and Dick and Zala Smith.

If you’ve ever gotten hot because you’ve gotten bad treatment, listen to the show and learn how to deal with bad customer service!

2011-08-16

Life and Other Matters: We're Off to the Races!

The girls talk stallions, fillies and hot-walking as they welcome premier horse trainer Dave Hofmans onto the show to talk about all things horse racing. Find out how horses are transported (FedEx?!), how betting works (who gets the money?), how jockeys get mounts, and all manner of insider secrets. Whether you go to the races or not, you will be fascinated by everything that goes into this sport. Plus... Renie quotes Chaucer??

2011-08-09

Life and Other Matters - The Supernatural

The one where the girls talk about Fairy CPR

Do you believe in the supernatural? And what would YOU consider supernatural? Sherri poo-poos the idea of fairies, Renie explains how different her life might have been if she had gone to school in Chicago, and Pam gets to use a favorite pun in this edition of Life and Other Matters. Pyschic challenges, Harry Houdini, Jennifer McMahon and Peggy Lee also make the conversation.

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2011-08-02

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2011-07-19

Summer Doldrums

Do you get Summer Doldrums? Renie Stag Smith does! This week on the show, we talk about getting over the summer blues, mayonnaise versus Miracle Whip and Catsup/Ketthe proper pronunciation of catsup. Plus, Pam sings a verse of her country song Lonesome in Lubbock.

2011-07-12

Failing Kids, Education and Tumescence

Renie shares her obsession with obituaries and we talk about standardized testing, teachers getting indicted for changing test answers and Renie’s beef with Bill Gates. Plus - Sherri has a Bargain Alert, Renie has issues with her pool and we hear “tumescence” used in everyday conversation.

2011-07-05

Life and Other Matters: Nepotism, bears, rattlesnakes and getting fired.

This week on the show: Renie gets fired and the girls discuss nepotism, bears, rattlesnakes,tarantulas and haying horses. Have you ever been fired from a job?

2011-06-28

Life and Other Matters: Hot reading for summer

It’s the dog days of summer, and one of the best ways to cool off is with a HOT, HOT read! You’ll find suggestions from Renie Stag Smith in her columns over the last few months. Renie shares classics that deserve a second look, as well as contemporary writers that may just tickle your fancy.
This week we have two of the most popular authors on the planet on the show, as we welcome Amos Walker creator Loren Estleman and thriller writer David Baldacci (Deliver Us from Evil, the Sixth Man). We talk about everything from bad spelling to Mark Twain. We look forward to having you there for the conversation today on Life and Other Matters.

2011-06-21

The Joy of Travel with special guest Rick Steves

When you think of summer, you think of travel. So this week on the show we delve into hitting the road. We talk about places we’ve been, and places we want to go. AND… I am thrilled to say… we get some time with everyone’s favorite travel expert – Rick Steves!!

We’ll ask Rick why he believes it’s so important for people to travel, what differences he’s noticed in his more than 30 years of travel… and why he loves Europe so much. And, we'll get a look at his hot new Pocket London, Pocket Rome and Pocket Paris books. Ooh La La!

2011-06-14

Life, Death and Dr. Kevorkian

The passing of Dr. Kevorkian (the physician-assisted suicide advocate) got us to thinking... would we ever help anyone end their life? Would we ever want to end our own? How much does dignity matter when it comes to the end of life?
Plus, we riff on other news stories, including the 30th anniversary of HIV/AIDS, and the Congressman with the unfortunate last name of Weiner... and all the trouble it's gotten him into. Yes, we'll be discussing Life... and Other Matters!

2011-06-07

Sexless Marriages and Anatomy of Arousal author Sheri Winston

An article in the New York Times recently brought up the subject of sexless marriages. Do many people stay together just “for the kids,” because it’s easier, or because they love their mate, but just aren’t attracted anymore?
We discuss the concept, plus ask Anatomy of Arousal author Sheri Winston what it all means and how to get our mojo back.

2011-05-31

ife and Other Matters - 7 Deadly sins, Lust

We saved the best for last!! Next week we end our series on the Seven Deadly Sins with LUST! It's a robust subject and we've got a lot to talk about. And you never know where the conversation will take us. But this we know for sure - we WILL be talking about the love child saga with Arnold and Maria!

2011-05-24

Life and Other Matters – 7 Deadly sins, Vanity

We discuss VANITY. What's the difference between a healthy self-esteem, and ego? Do we encourage vanity through the media? Has Hollywood changed our views about what is now attractive?

Plus: Respected cosmetic surgeon and author Dr. Tony Youn shares with us the latest in plastic surgery procedures, who's done it right (and wrong) when it comes to enhancements, and what works, and why.

2011-05-17

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2011-05-10

Life and Other Matters - 7 Deadly sins, Sloth

Today on the show we talk about SLOTH, as we continue our series on the 7 Deadly Sins. Are you lazy? Have you gotten lazier as the years have gone on? Do kids today have less of a work ethic than older generations? Is it okay to be lazy?

PLUS... Louis Armstrong is a guy who didn't have a slothful bone in him! We have an exclusive interview with Stephen Maitland-Lewis, a man who was a pen pal of the jazz genius for 15 years!! Stephen shares how he met Satchmo, what he remembers from his letters and his encounters.

2011-05-03

Life and Other Matters - The 7 Deadly sins, Envy

Discussion on the 7 Deadly sins continues with our talk about Envy. We'll talk about the Royal Wedding, royal etiquette and Sherri's experiences and insider stories with military and celebs in her job handling protocol with the Air Force.

2011-04-26

Life and Other Matters – The 7 deadly sins, Gluttony with Dr. Ian Smith

We continue to explore the Seven Deadly Sins, getting into GLUTTONY and chatting with the doctor who created the Fat Smash Diet, Dr. Ian Smith. (He encourages us to EAT!) We’ll find out what our gluttonous weaknesses are and what to do about them!

2011-04-19

Life and Other Matters - 7 Deadly sins, Greed… and Generosity

This week we continue to take a look at the 7 deadly sins. Specifically, Greed and Generosity. Joining us will be special guest, Debbie Macomber! With more than 130 million copies of her books in print, Debbie Macomber is one of the world’s most popular authors.

2011-04-12

Life and Other Matters: The 7 deadly sins

The girls discuss the 7 deadly sins and struggle with trying to interpret their meanings, given the various definitions they find in different religions. Is lust just addiction? Is greed bad because you are trying to control others, or because you are not sharing the wealth? And is being proud of yourself a bad thing? The only thing the girls know for sure is that chocolate cake is good... and it's not on the list of 7!

2011-04-05

Life and Other Matters : "Would You Want to Know?"

Would you want to know when you were going to die? Would you want to know if you were going to get Parkinsons Disease, or breast cancer? The girls discuss if and how their lives would be different if they knew in advance about disease and death. Would YOU want to know?

2011-03-29

Life and Other Matters: Author Geneen Roth

Geneen Roth was one of the Bernie Madoff ponzi scam victims. It caused her to reassess her views about money. The author of the NYTimes bestseller Women Food and God, Geneen gets the girls wondering about their own relationship with money, and what it means to them.

2011-03-22

Life and Other Matters: What really goes on inside our nation's schools?

What really goes on inside our nation's schools? Why aren't our kids learning and who's to blame? This week we have a frank and honest discussion about why our current educational system is not meeting our needs and goals. Did you know your kid can't be failed? Even if he doesn't do his homework or pass any tests. Should teacher's be given pay based upon performance? Sherri and Renie are in the trenches every day dealing with kids, administration and bogged down bureaucracy. It's a sobering show as we find out from the front line just exactly what is wrong with education today.

2011-03-08

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2011-03-01

Life and Other Matters: A tribute to Elizabeth Taylor

A tribute to Elizabeth Taylor in celebration of her birthday on the 27th. Featuring an interview with Sam Kashner and Nancy Schoenberger.We follow that up with our chat with Marci Shimoff... one of the most best-selling female non-fiction authors of all time. She is the author of Love for No Reason and talks about opening up to love and the ancient Hawaiian practice of reconciliation and forgiveness called Hoʻoponopono

2011-02-22

Pam and Sherri Riff on the News

While Renie is out of town taking care of a family emergency, Sherri and Pam riff on the news: a mother who humiliates her son for getting bad grades, the use of social media in the middle east protests, and the offer of blow-up dolls for the Chilean miners. It's provocative and eye-opening, and sure to start a conversation wherever you are!.

2011-02-15

Life and Other Matters - I love Pina Colada's and walks in the rain

We create an online profile for Sherri and she throws the dice to start the dating game!

2011-02-08

Life and Other Matters: Sherri Learns about Love

Relationship Expert Maryanne Comaroto explains why relationships fail and what steps to take to create a successful one

2011-02-01

Life and Other Matters - Love makes the world go ‘round

It’s the love month, but not everyone is thrilled. What happens if love doesn’t figure in your life right now because of divorce or death? How do you go about finding love again, at any age? What services are out there? Is the internet safe? How has dating changed if you’ve been out of the scene for decades? We maneuver the obstacle course and give you solid info, no matter what statge your love life is in.

2011-01-25

Life and Other Matters - Overcoming Our Fears

This week on the show we discuss some of the fears that we have that keep us from achieving our goals and finding happiness in life. Do you have a fear of rejection? Perhaps you are terrified of not having enough money to live on. Are you worried that your life has no purpose? And could we be going through a mid-life crisis?

2011-01-18

Life and Other Matters: Body Image

How do we really feel about our looks? Are we insecure in respect to what we see in the media – airbrushed, photoshopped and sucked & lifted bodies? We’ll talk about the latest techniques to make us feel and look better, including physical toning, skin care and plastic surgery.

2011-01-11

Life and Other Matters: Surprise!

This week on Life and Other Matters, Renie Stag Smith we surprise Renie with a one-on-one consultation with publishing consultant Nicholas Beatty. We’ll learn about the 12-Step program for getting a book onto shelves, we talk about getting endorsements, and we’ll find out just how much work needs to be done BEFORE you write a book. If you’ve ever thought of writing a book, you won’t want to miss this show!

2011-01-04

A New Year - and a New You. (Us, too!)

As the new year begins, our Tuesday show takes on a new look. Now titled Life, and Other Matters, the show will featureSherri Stephenson and Renie Stag Smith as regulars along with me, discussing the latest happenings, the newest trends, and how life (and other matters) affect us. On this first show of the year, we chat about giving of ourselves, in every way possible. And as always, we'll have great resources and links for you to use in your own lives.

2010-12-28

2010 Year End Show

Putting 2010 to bed. Sherri Kerr Stephenson and Renie Stag Smith are back to discuss the end of the first decade of the 21st century. What did we accomplish? Where are we going in the future? How is the world different and how does that affect us? Should we make resolutions? How can we move forward in our lives and find the success we are looking for in business, life, love and more.

2010-12-21

Dr. Rick Hanson: Author of Buddha's Brain

Buddha’s Brain. What brain states create happiness, love and wisdom? And can we use our mind to stimulate and strengthen these states? Dr. Rick Hansen explains the practical neuroscience of happiness, love, and wisdom and how the intersection of psychology, neurology and contemplative practices fit into the equation.

2010-12-14

Celebrations around the world with Sherri Kerr Stephenson and Renie Stag Smith

Sherri Kerr Stephenson and Renie Stag Smith are back to discuss December holidays including Hanukkah, Kwanza, Christmas and more. We’ll talk about the history of the celebrations, how they were celebrated in the past and how people celebrate now around the world.

2010-12-07

Dr. Albert Starr

We talk with the inventor of the first artificial heart valve on the 50th anniversary of this life-changing event. Dr. Starr discusses how it came about, how things are different now for drug and invention breakthroughs and where he sees future of medicine going.

2010-11-30

Delicious Dating with Babe Scott

Delicious Dating! Is your date a "Transfat" couch potato, an "Adventure Eater," or a "Low-Carb Cowboy?" If your love life is only as satisfying as an undressed salad, it could simply be because you've been ordering up the wrong Male Food Type! Author and Manthropologist Babe Scott gives us tools to find a guy who is perfect for your palate, and tells us how to change our love lives from dire to delicious!

2010-11-23

Taking charge of your chronic pain with Dr. Peter Abaci

Many people deal with pain on a daily basis. Is there a way to manage chronic pain? YES, says Dr. Peter Abaci, the Co-Founder of the nationally-recognized Bay Area Pain and Wellness Center. We'll talk about the latest research, cutting-edge tools and alternative treatments for feeling better. We'll find out about "thinking down" pain, how food affects us, and the remarkable pain-fighting power of breathing and sleeping.

2010-11-16

Our Annual Gift Guide!

It's our favorite time of year and we've been working for months to find the most original, unique, unusual, funny and compassionate gifts. This year the Extracurricular Team of Sherri Stephenson and Renie Smith bring you everything from adventures to classes to yurts. Plus, producer Beverly Reynolds returns with her Gifts that Give Back list. We'll have something for everyone on your list... and even something special for YOU!

2010-11-09

Writer, performer, director, producer and Oscar-nominee Larry Hankin guests

You know him as Mr. Heckles, the downstairs neighbor, on Friends. You've seen him as Tom, the actor playing the actor Kramer on Seinfeld. And he was a next cell neighbor to Clint Eastwood in Escape from Alcatraz. Larry Hankin has had a busy and successful career in acting, starting with the famous Second City improv group in Chicago, to a recent meaty guest role on Breaking Bad. He's been in over 80 sitcoms and 40 feature films. We can't wait to hear all his stories!

2010-11-02

From Model to Mob Wife to Domestic Violence Activist - Georgia Durante has quite a story!

Whether you've heard Georgia Durante on our show in the past or not, there's still plenty more to hear! Yes, we'll chat about her start as the Kodak Girl.... and yes we'll talk about her career as an actress and stunt car driver... and yes, we'll even gab a bit about the mob. But we'll also talk about her recent visit to a women's prison and the astonishing things she discovered in talking to some of the inmates there.

2010-10-26

Hairy, scary Halloween movies and more!

On our annual Halloween Extravaganza show, we're going to talk about the Top Ten Horror Flicks that will sizzle your brain and fry your eyes! From women who spelunk down the wrong cave, to flesh-eating zombies, writer Abby Lunetta gives us the lowdown on the scariest and most horrifying films to create just the right mood for your Halloween. Plus, bizarre and frightening true facts and blood-curdling tales. Trick or Treat!

2010-10-19

If you're in the middle of a transition, or know you need to make one, this show is for YOU!

You're ready to make a change. Maybe you're looking for purpose and balance in your work life. Dr. Gloria Burgess has been helping people create and manage change for decades. You want to move forward, but sometimes you need help reassessing your direction, negotiating new goals, and improving your performance in the process. Expect to get some of that very help on the show. Change is good! Dr. Burgess will show us why.

2010-10-05

The fabulous Carol Channing shares her career with us and why the arts are so important

When you think Dolly and Diamonds, you think Carol Channing! An award-winning veteran of the stage and screen, Miss Channing is now putting her efforts towards making sure that the arts remain funded in our schools. We'll talk about her efforts, plus we'll ask her the secret behind staying vibrant and saucy at 89 years of age!

2010-08-31

Fabulous Fall Trends with Lifestyle Editor DeeAnn McArdle

This week Lifestyle Editor DeeAnn McArdle joins us to talk about the latest in fall trends. She'll have exciting travel opportunities (have you ever been to the Brew Ha Ha in Iowa?), share the latest in culinary treats (mac & cheese is high on the list), and updates us on the latest in fall fashion (Retro Glam and big collars). There'll be lot of laughs and fun new ideas. Hope you'll join us.

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2010-08-24

“Furious Love” with Sam Kashner and Nancy Schoenberger

Sam Kashner has been a contributing editor at Vanity Fair since 2007. For the magazine, he has written about Rebel Without a Cause director Nicholas Ray, Mike Nichols and the making of The Graduate, the death of Natalie Wood, and numerous other topics and figures related to the entertainment industry.

Nancy is the author of Dangerous Muse: The Life of Caroline Blackwood and is the director of the Creative Writing Program at the College of William and Mary. She and Sam co-authored the book Hollywood Kryptonite that was the basis of the 2007 film Hollywoodland.

2010-08-17

Whose idea was the United States anyway? The answer will surprise you!

Anthropologists and archaeologists Drs. Michael and Kathleen Gear have written over 40 books about the pre-history of America, and they found some surprising things: The idea of United States was proposed by an Onondaga chief named Canassatego. The idea of "one person-one vote" came not from Europe, but from the native Americans. Spend an hour with these fascinating folks who will give us the straight scoop about our REAL history!

2010-08-10

Emmy-winning actress health activist Mariette Hartley

Mariette Hartley is an Emmy Award-winning (and five times nominated) Best Actress. She has established herself as an enduring star on stage, in five television series, countless television movies, and more than a dozen feature films. Her adventurous stage career has embodied the works of Chekhov and Shakespeare as well as musicals, and she has shared the stage with such notables as Hume Cronyn, Jessica Tandy and Charlton Heston. Her tireless efforts in helping humanity through myriad charitable involvements has not only distinguished her career from its early beginnings, but has made her one of the top motivational speakers in the country.

2010-08-03

Family Fitness, Spanking, Teen Pregnancy, Getting Through the Bad Times...

...We'll talk about all that and more when Dr. Susan Bartell joins us this week on the show. She's America's Favorite Family Psychologist and there's no subject that's off limits. How do you deal with kids' difficult questions? What's behind the Jaycee Dugard kidnapping? Why do men cheat? And how can we quit being so stressed?

So many questions, so little time. I hope you'll make time for the show.

2010-07-20

Accomplished Movie, TV and Concert Composer/Arranger Patrick Williams

He's the recipient of 4 Emmy awards, 22 Emmy nominations, 2 Grammy awards, 17 Grammy nominations, an Academy Award nomination and a nomination for the Pulitzer Prize in music. WHEW! Composer/Arranger Patrick Williams has composed the music for 65 movies, 100 television films and 18 TV series. He's worked with a virtual who’s-who in the music world, including Frank Sinatra, Billy Joel, Barbra Streisand, Neil Diamond, Paul Simon, Tony Bennett, Barry Manilow, Bette Midler and countless others. We'll talk music and more with Patrick next Tuesday on the show.

2010-07-13

Solar Cooking with Diplomat Patricia McArdle

Patricia McArdle, an advocate of sustainable, renewable energy and a volunteer promoter of integrated solar thermal cooking technology, joined the board of Solar Household Energy and Solar Cookers International in 2007 to promote the use of solar cookers

2010-07-06

Get Out of Your Way with Self-Sabotage Expert Tim Shurr

Ever wondered why no matter how hard you tried, you could never seem to lose weight? Psychologist Tim Shurr says it ain't about the willpower! On Tuesday, discover dozens of mind tricks that will eliminate fear, make you feel confident and eradicate bad habits. And we'll find out how to stop being our own worst enemies. It's time to get out of our own way!

2010-06-29

No kidding, Me Too! Joey Pantoliano talks Hollywood and Depression

No kidding, Me Too! Joey Pantoliano talks Hollywood and Depression

You know Joey Pants... he was Ralph Cifaretto on The Sopranos, Cosmo Renfro in U.S. Marshals, and Cypher in The Matrix, among many, many roles. But what most people don't know is that Joey dealt with depression for years. Now he's speaking out about mental dis-ease and trying to stomp the stigma! (For more about No Kidding, Me too, go to www.NKM2.org)

2010-06-22

Hate your job? Unsatisfied with your career? Chuck Martin helps us discover our strengths

Fewer than 15% of working Americans are "extremely satisfied" with their current jobs. Many smart, accomplished people feel that they're stuck in the wrong position at work, or worse... after years of studying and training, they are in the wrong career. Bestselling author Chuck Martin says our brains are hardwired to function in a specific way and he shares a scientific process to identify our skills and match them to the best career for us!

Jun 08, 2010

Sacred Theatre’s Peggy Rubin

Margaret Nash (Peggy) Rubin is founding director of the Center for Sacred Theatre in Ashland, Oregon. Primary activities of the Center include the creation of workshops in Living Life as Sacred Theatre, and Sacred Studies of the Divine Feminine. She is also the principal teaching associate of Jean Houston, Ph.D., in Dr. Houston’s worldwide multicultural transformational work and in her schools of spiritual studies, as well as a member of the core faculty of the School for Social Artistry, an intensive leadership training program.

Jun 01, 2010

What they won't tell you about Women's Health...Sheri Winston will!

We'll talk about everything from the epidemic of hysterectomies to why there are so many c-sections. Is sex addiction real? And what are the 10 things boomers need to know to keep their sex lives HOT?! Yowza! It's gonna be a sizzling show!

May 25, 2010

Getting the dish with our Hollywood Insider David Crotty

What's it like on the red carpet? What are some of the Hollywood hotspots? Celebrity photographer David Wallace Crotty gives us the scoop on everything from private parties to food styling to creating a jewelry piece from Grey Gardens. We LOVE this guy!!

May 18, 2010

Do dogs get lonely? What's the best way to discipline a dog? Pet Talk Host Harrison Forbes guests

We all love our pets, but the language barrier sometimes causes a problem in our relationships. Pet expert Harrison Forbes shares his insights from over 20 years as a pet behaviorist.

May 11, 2010

Bright Triumphs from Dark Hours

Georgetown Professor David Heenan shares stories of overcoming adversity

How did Joel Klein overhaul New York city's embattled public school system despite detractors? What did former Hewlett-Packard chair Patti Dunn do to restore her professional reputation and her personal health while battling cancer?

David Heenan shares their stories and offers us 6 lessons on overcoming life's darkest hours

http://www.brighttriumphs.com

May 04, 2010

Tequila is not just for frat boys and margaritas anymore!

Tequila journalist Mike Morales is giving us a history lesson on tequila, and in the process, he educates us on style, form and etiquette. Enjoy our Cinco de Mayo celebration show!

Apr 27, 2010

Dr. John Arden says it's possible to rewire parts of our brains!

We'll learn how to develop mental connections that promote good habits, conquer fear, improve and expand our relationships, and become more calm, energized and focused by making new connections between our neurons. AND, no need for an electrician!

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Apr 20, 2010

Voice Artist & Raconteur Bill Ratner

Bill Ratner is one of America’s most recognized and versatile voices. His soothing delivery, inimitable charm, wry wit, and delightful humor created a huge following of fans who remember his Flint character in GI Joe, Family Guy, and Robot Chicken. Currently, he is the voice for numerous movie trailers, TV networks, and affiliate stations around the U.S.

Ratner’s short stories and essays are published in Pleiades Press, Cheng Kung Literary, Southern Journal, Papier Mache, Nightblade, Spork, Marquee, and Coast Magazine. He is also a professional speaker, veteran storyteller, and three-time Moth Story Slam winner. Ratner lives in Los Angeles, CA, and owns three bicycles in various states of disrepair.

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Apr 13, 2010

Neuropsychologist Dr. Stephen Larsen

H. Stephen Larsen is a psychologist and author who, with his wife Robin Larsen, was on the founding board of advisors of the Joseph Campbell Foundation, and also founded the Center for Symbolic Studies, to carry on with the work of Joseph Campbell. He is best known for his work in Mythology, and for being a pioneer in the field of Neurofeedback.

Apr 06, 2010

Entrepreneur & Lifestyle Designer Tim Ferriss

Tim Ferriss is a start-up angel investor (Twitter, Posterous, RescueTime, and others), blogger, and entrepreneur. His best-known written work is The 4-Hour Workweek, which had been sold into 35 languages and reached #1 on The New York Times, BusinessWeek, and The Wall Street Journal bestseller lists. On May 3, 2009, it celebrated its 2nd straight year on The New York Times business bestseller list since its publication on April 27, 2007.

Mar 30, 2010

Hormones and Heart Health

A Doctor Doubleheader

ADHD, Fibromyalgia, migraines, depression... so many things that can be resolved if we can just get our hormones in sync! That's what Dr. Michael Platt says... and whether you're a man or a woman, you need to hear the interesting, and often controversial, things he has to say.

Then, Dr. Arthur Agatston, the creator of the South Beach Diet, chats with us about heart health and why he created his famous diet. Plus, we'll talk insulin resistance, glycemic index and so much more. Bring your composition book... you'll want to take notes!

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Mar 23, 2010

Acupuncturist and Doctor of Chinese Medicine Lisa Borg!

Learn more about traditional healing techniques and all-natural ways to reduce stress with Dr. Lisa Borg!

Mar 16, 2010

Emmy-Winning Life Coach Rhonda Britten

Rhonda Britten – Emmy Award-winner, Oprah guest – is the Life Coach on the highly successful VH1 reality show, Celebrity Fit Club, and founder of the Fearless Living Institute, an organization dedicated to giving anyone the tools they need to master their emotional fears, as well as the author of four national bestsellers including Fearless Living which features her groundbreaking work called the Wheel Technology. During her three seasons on the hit daytime reality drama, Starting Over, Britten was named “America’s Favorite Life Coach” and was dubbed Starting Over’s “Most Valuable Player” by The New York Times. She is a globally recognized expert on the subject of fear and fearlessness.

Mar 09, 2010

Making a living clowning around - former Barnum & Bailey Clown Pricilla Mooseburger guests

Pricilla Mooseburger: How she ran away to join the circus (kinda) and what it was like as one of the first female clowns!

Mar 02, 2010

Is it too late to reinvent yourself?? Reinvention Hotshot Ann Fry says it's never too late and shows us how!

If you're thinking your life needs a little shaking up, join us next Tuesday when Reinvention HotShot Ann Fry joins us. At 60, she sold her stuff and moved to New York. No job... no direction... just the need to start over. WOW!!

Feb 23, 2010

Guided Imagery Hypnotherapist Betti Hoeppner

Betti Hoeppner is a Board Certified Hypnotherapist in private practice since 1989. She has always been interested in how the mind/body works and how and why people do the things they do. This led her to obtain her Master Practitioner’s Certification in NeuroLinguistic Programming as well as certification in Interactive Imagery through The Academy of Guided Imagery in California, where she is now on faculty.

Feb 16, 2010

The Eat Well authors join us, along with Lifestyle Editor DeeAnn McArdle

500 Calorie Dinners plus pairing Chocolate and Wine... YUM!

The Eat Well authors join us, along with Lifestyle Editor DeeAnn McArdle

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Feb 09, 2010

Dare to be inconsistent, lopsided and totally courageous, when Tama Kieves guests!

Do you ever feel like you're too busy to focus on what you REALLY want to do with your life? Maybe you're not in your dream job. Author and Harvard-educated former attorney Tama Kieves says she can help us tap into our passions and shift the way we think about life. We'll also chat about how she left behind her corporate lifestyle to do the work that really feeds her soul and pays the bills.

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Feb 02, 2010

Animal Communicator Tim Link

Everyone at some point wonders what their pet is thinking and how they can better communicate with them. Animal Communicator and author Tim Link returns to the show to talk about how to identify changes in animal behavior, how to deal with a lost a pet, and more!

Jan 26, 2010

The Second Guy to Set Foot on the Moon - Astronaut Buzz Aldrin!

Buzz Aldrin turns 80 tomorrow and we thought it most fitting to celebrate by offering another serving of our interview with him!

We chatted with the Rocket Hero in August, to commemorate the 40th anniversary of his trip to the moon with Neil Armstrong. Not only did he tells us the famous felt tip pen story, but he shared about how they almost ran out of fuel! PLUS... catch a clip of his rap song!

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Jan 19, 2010

Mary T Brown: Change your life. Change your thoughts

Mary T. Browne has appeared on Weekend Today, CNN, Fox and Friends, Good Morning America Now, Good Day New York and has been featured in many magazines and newspapers including Forbes, Marie Claire, New York, Worth, American Health, Elle, Vogue and The New York Times.

Jan 12, 2010

Jake Steinfeld & Dr Keith Ablow

Jake Steinfeld (born February 21, 1958) is an American actor and fitness personality. He has a line of fitness equipment called "Body by Jake" and also once hosted a Body by Jake TV show. He also starred on a sitcom on the Family Channel called Big Brother Jake. In 1986, he played a small role as a construction worker in the Tom Hanks comedy The Money Pit. In 1988, he played a cab driver in Coming to America, and "Sparky" in You Can't Hurry Love. In 1999, he co-founded the Major League Lacrosse professional lacrosse league

Keith Ablow, MD is one of America's leading psychiatrists. He is a graduate of Brown University and the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, an assistant professor at Tufts Medical School, and is board certified in adult, adolescent and forensic psychiatry. He is the author of numerous books on overcoming depression, anxiety disorders and other psychological challenges and serves as the FOX NEWS expert on psychiatry and as a contributing editor at both Good Housekeeping and Men's Fitness.