EACH AUGUST THE NATION RECOGNIZES CHILDREN’S EYE HEALTH AND SAFETY MONTH – JUST IN TIME FOR THE RETURN TO SCHOOL.   THE GOAL IS TO EDUCATE PARENTS ON THE BEST PRACTICES FOR KEEPING CHILDREN’S EYES HEALTHY.   EYE HEALTH EXPERT AND OPTOMETRIST DOCTOR JEN WADEMAN JOINS #LTARADIO FOR A TIMELY INTERVIEW!   CHECK IT OUT! STAY TUNED!  

WITH A NEW SCHOOL YEAR ABOUT TO BEGIN – MANY CAN AGREE THAT EVERY CHILD DESERVES A SAFE, CLEAN HEALTHY RIDE TO SCHOOL.   TUCKER PERKINS, PRESIDENT AND C.E.O. OF THE PROPANE EDUCATION RESEARCH COUNCIL, JOINS #LTARADIO TO DISCUSS GOVERNMENT PLANS TO MODERNIZE THE NATION’S SCHOOL BUS FLEET AND OPTIONS LIKE ELECTRIC AND PROPANE.   CHECK IT OUT! STAY TUNED! 

WHAT BETTER WAY TO ENJOY THE SUMMER THAN TO ENJOY IT WHILE SAVING MONEY! SOCIAL MEDIA EXPERT STEPHANIE HILL SHARES SOME WAYS TO SAVE. HILL ALSO SHARES HOW WHATABURGER CAN HELP YOU BEAT THE HEAT AND SAVE SOME CASH WITH FREE DEALS AND SUPER TASTY MEALS.   Stay connected with Let's Talk America with Host Shana Thornton.   

In the U.S., nearly 2.8 million adults live with schizophrenia, a chronic and severe brain disorder. Unmanaged schizophrenia symptoms can interrupt many aspects of a person’s life. However, finding the right treatment and support can help adults lead productive and hopeful lives. To help other patients and loved ones navigate their own schizophrenia journeys, Carlos and Kody use storytelling in their advocacy work to provide hope to others in the mental health community and show that living a full life is possible. Check out this important conversation on Let's Talk America with Host Shana Thornton. Stay tuned.    #LTARadio 

JUNE IS NATIONAL DAIRY MONTH – A SPECIAL TIME TO CELEBRATE, DISCOVER AND TASTE THE FLAVORS OF QUALITY DAIRY.   TV CHEF WILL COLEMAN, WHO HAS TEAMED UP WITH WISCONSIN- AMERICA’S DAIRYLAND, JOINS US TO CREATE SOME LEGEND-DAIRY CROWD-PLEASING RECIPES. CHEF COLEMAN IS ALSO AN INFLUENCER WHO HAS APPEARED IN NUMEROUS SEGMENTS.    STAY TUNED TO #LTARADIO.

LET"S TALK RELATIONSHIPS!  SHARING A CAR CAN CREATE STRESS – A BUMP IN THE ROAD FOR EVEN THE BEST RELATIONSHIPS. HERE TO HELP PAVE THE WAY FOR CAR-SHARING COUPLES IS REKNOWNED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST ELIZABETH EARNSHAW. SHE JOINS LET"S TALK AMERICA FOR A TIMELY CHAT.   CHECK IT OUT! 

SMALL BUSINESS DAYS IS A WEEK-LONG OPPORTUNITY DESIGNED TO SUPPORT THE NEEDS OF SMALL BUSINESSES ACROSS THE NATION.   TECH EXPERT MICHELLE STRONG OF VERIZON BUSINESS JOINS LET'S TALK AMERICA WITH HOST SHANA THORNTON TO SHARE HOW SMALL BUSINESSES CAN TAKE ADVANTAGE OF SOME FREE BENEFITS OF SMALL BUSINESS DAYS AND TO DISCUSS A NEW SURVEY ON LATINO SMALL BUSINESSES.    STAY CONNECTED TO #LTARADIO. 

Understanding if you have a certain type of inherited genetic mutation, called BRCA, could be key in understanding if your family is at greater risk of developing certain types of cancer, and if already diagnosed with cancer, may impact your treatment options.   Dr. Joanne Mortimer, a breast cancer oncologist at City of Hope Cancer Center, and Jessica, a breast cancer patient, join #LTARadio to highlight some key health information. Check it out here.     

FOR OVER THREE DECADES, THE YMCA HAS HOSTED HEALTHY KIDS DAY AT LOCATIONS ACROSS THE COUNTRY TO CELEBRATE AND TEACH HEALTHY HABITS TO KIDS AND THEIR FAMILIES.   HEIDI BRASHER, SENIOR DIRECTOR WITH THE YMCA,JOINS #LTARADIO TO HIGHLIGHT HEALTHY KIDS DAY. CHECK OUT THE EPISODE HERE.    STAY CONNECTED!

Did you know? This upcoming spring break, various families will embark on road trips with their loved ones, spending time talking, bonding and sharing stories about the past and present that will be passed down from generation to generation. These stories about family history often focus on which countries our ancestors emigrated from or what types of jobs or professions they held. What is often missing from these conversations is the family health history of those who have walked before us. Inspired by the family road trip, the 'Family Health History Road Trip' was launched. It's a program designed to drive conversations between family members about their health history so they can have a better understanding of their risk for developing hereditary ATTR (hATTR) amyloidosis (medical condition). hATTR amyloidosis is a rare, inherited and rapidly progressive disease. Early diagnosis and management of hATTR amyloidosis are crucial, as symptoms can worsen over time, but it can be difficult to diagnose because its symptoms can be similar to those of more common conditions. That’s why knowing if a genetic disease is present in your family could be a game-changer in getting family members diagnosed and on a disease management plan sooner. The Family Health History Road Trip is hosted by genealogist Bernice Bennett, who travels on a road trip to visit those affected by hATTR amyloidosis – including Giselle, whose father’s diagnosis solved her own health puzzle.    Listen tonight for an exclusive interview with Bernice and Giselle as they both explore why it is so important for families to discuss their health history and share stories about living with the disease and tips for navigating family health conversations.   Stay informed with Let's Talk America with Host Shana Thornton.  #LTARadio  

  For Women’s History Month, the Library of Congress is bringing attention to the Women of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion with the goal of inspiring more women and minorities to contribute their stories to the Veterans History Project or VHP. The 6888th collection tells the story of the only all African American, all female unit deployed overseas during WWII.   Candace Milburn, Liaison Specialist of the Veterans History Project, joins Let's Talk America Podcast to share. Check it out and please share.   #LTARadio