Do you love a lively, entertaining read that is hellishly clever while it educates you as to the world’s most interesting travel destinations? Are you intrigued by folklore, myths, history and fascinating places? Do you appreciate a good laugh? If so, this show is for you!   Our guest, Erika Engelhaupt, is a science journalist whose expertise lies in all things macabre. Her work in National Geographic, Scientific American, and elsewhere has revealed the spooky science behind many taboo topics, including rotting corpses, bodily fluids, and other things that, in her words, “make her popular at dinner parties.” And, to underscore this point, her previous book is entitled Gory Details: Adventures from the Dark Side of Science. We are thrilled to have Erika join us to share all about her brand-new voyage to the dark side. It’s called Go to Hell: A Traveler’s Guide to Earth’s Most Otherworldly Destinations. This book is both a real romp and a treasure trove of travel information, so you’ll want to make sure you catch this show!

Every once in a while, a book comes along that brings back memories, inspires us with its message and makes us think. John Garrison has written just such a book. John is an author with seven books and numerous feature articles in major publications to his name. Now he has written an incredible story mixing the impact of an iconic album produced in 1990, early activism around the AIDS crisis and a personal memoir about his own experience of coming out. His book is called, Red, Hot and Blue and John joins us to share all about it. You won’t want to miss hearing this touching story from the author who wrote it.

Everyone loves a gripping tale of intrigue and suspense. And few writers can claim to keep millions of readers (actually, over 120 million of us) eagerly turning pages like bestselling author, Patricia Cornwell. Patricia has just added another book to her already impressive list. It’s called Identity Unknown and she’s joining us to share all about it. If you love a great tale told by a master storyteller, you won’t want to miss hearing what this famous author has to share!

Our guest, Heather Pringle, is a science writer who specializes in archaeology. Not only is Heather known for her groundbreaking research, this highly regarded author has written four other books and numerous articles that have been featured in such well-known publications as National Geographic Magazine, Discover, Scientific American, and Archaeology. Heather joins us to share all about her latest work. It’s a revolutionary look at Viking culture and history… which has long been considered a male-only domain. However, Heather, through her extensive research, has spearheaded a 180-degree shift in that gender bias. In fact, she’s transformed the entire way we view Viking culture: their leaders, warriors, artisans and explorers. Her book is called THE NORTHWOMEN: UNTOLD STORIES FROM THE OTHER HALF OF THE VIKING WORLD. If you want to expand your beliefs, inspire your imagination and travel back in time to honor those early North Women, be sure to catch this one!

Who among us doesn’t wish to live a long, healthy life enjoying our grandchildren and our Golden Years? If that sounds like you, now is just the time to focus on making improvements to both your physical and your mental health. And studies show that alcohol affects both of these areas in detrimental ways… especially as we grow older. That’s where our guest, Dr. Joseph Nowinski, can really help. Dr. Nowinski, is an internationally recognized clinical psychologist who is also the author/creator of Twelve Step Facilitation, which is an evidence-based treatment for alcohol and drug abuse. In addition to this important work, Dr. Nowinski has written on a variety of topics and his latest book is called Sober Love: How to Quit Drinking as a Couple.  He writes in an informal, engaging style that is easy to read and also offers down-to-earth, doable strategies to help couples who drink together get sober together.   So, if you care about aging well and living a life filled with meaning, fun and wonderful memories, you won’t want to miss this one!

Have you ever suffered from debilitating pain and discomfort as a result of a fall? Has an injury ever compromised your feeling of wellbeing and left you fearful of hurting yourself again? Wouldn’t you love to avoid and even eliminate hazards from your environment that can lead to potential falls and, thereby, fractures? If you want to learn ways you can mitigate your chances for taking an unwanted tumble, you’ll want to hear from our guest, Dr. Wayne Gradman. Dr. Gradman was a highly regarded vascular surgeon until his retirement in 2018. He graduated from Harvard Medical School and was later voted Teacher of the Year at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Yet, in addition to his obvious academic and career achievements, this good doctor has also been blessed with a sense of humor. In fact, he has now combined both his vast experience and his love of humor to write a book that belongs in the library of every baby boomer. It’s being published on October 15th and is called The Fall Guy: How to Keep Gravity From Ruining Your Day. If you care about living your best life at any age, you won’t want to miss this one!

Sadly, race remains one of the most divisive issues in our country. However, many of us are yet to fully understand the challenges people of color face on an ongoing basis even today. And, moreover, how can white people interact with people of color in a racially sensitive, empathic and caring way? Our guest, Christine Saxman is a seasoned racial equity facilitator, coach, and consultant with twenty years of experience. In this role, she guides White people to transform into healthy antiracist change agents. She also co-facilitates interracially to help organizations to build cross-racial equity transformation into leadership. Christine along with co-author Shelly Tochluk, has written a book of great importance that should be in each and every home in America. Whether you’re a person of color or you grew up a WASP, Being White Today is a must read for you and your family. If you care about equality and social justice, you won’t want to miss this thought-provoking discussion.

Have you suffered from debilitating pain or even discomfort that has compromised your feeling of wellbeing? Wouldn’t it be great to restore at least some of your youthful vigor and revitalize your zest for life? Do you want to learn the real key for managing your pain so that you can remain fit and active? If so, you’ll want to hear from our guest, Dr. Bennett Ezekiel. Dr. Ezekiel is an interventional pain management specialist who specializes in effective strategies for preventing and managing chronic pain. He joins us to share insights into the latest pain management techniques, the importance of using a multidisciplinary approach, and practical tips for maintaining an active lifestyle as we age. If you are in the Austin, Texas area, please check out his services at Pro-Care Medical Centers. If you care about living your best life at any age, you won’t want to miss this one!

Everyone loves a gripping tale of intrigue and suspense, and it gets even better if it’s a true crime story written by a master storyteller. That’s why today’s show is guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your seat. Our guest, Ivor Davis, is a legendary reporter and author who has personally witnessed and covered some of the most heralded events of our lifetime. His credentials and experiences are far too numerous to mention, but suffice it to say, Ivor has seen it all. From traveling with the Beatles when they made their first tour of America, to interviewing the biggest names in show business, to getting up close and personal with the Manson family at Spahn ranch, he has enjoyed unparalleled access to our generation’s biggest names and most riveting events. Ivor joins us to share all about his latest book called, The Devil in My Friend. If you love a great tale of mayhem and murder, you won’t want to miss hearing what this celebrated author has to say!

Wouldn’t you love to have the tools you’ll need to enjoy a meaningful and fulfilling life? What about knowing the techniques that can transform your inner dialogue and conquer negative thoughts? Wouldn’t it be great learn how to overcome your self-limiting thoughts and keep your life moving forward with joy and gratitude? If these ideas sound good to you, you are going to LOVE this show! Susan Kaiser Greenland is a bestselling author, globally recognized mindfulness innovator, leader, and mentor. Her just-released book, Real-World Enlightenment: Discovering Ordinary Magic in Everyday Life, draws from global wisdom traditions and scientific insights, to guide us in building a kinder,  more resilient world. She joins us today to share her thoughts on how we can show more compassion to others and ourselves, deepen our relationships and open our minds to apply life-changing wisdom that, in turn, can make the word a far better, safer place. This is such an important message, especially given the stresses we live under today, so you won’t want to miss this show!

Our guest, Barbara Sommer Feigin, has led a truly remarkable life. Plus, she is one of our own—a proud and feisty woman of a certain age. Her early years, however, were different than most of us older Americans who grew up in the U.S. during the mid-century. In fact, Barbara evolved from a young refugee (coming to this country as a toddler whose parents lived through the horrors of Nazi Germany), to become an uber successful woman in advertising. Moreover, she achieved this rise when successes for women in business were far from the norm. And she accomplished all of that while rearing three young boys and tending to her husband who had suffered two serious strokes as a young man. Hers is a true story of love and determination that is sure to inspire you and Barbara joins us to share all about it. So, if you enjoy a riveting story about a woman overcoming great challenges to live a life of purpose and meaning, you’ll want to make sure you catch this show!