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NATIONAL BARBECUE MONTH IS HERE—AND THERE'S A LOT OF BUZZ AROUND THE DESTINATIONS AND TRENDS DRIVING IT.   JOINING US NOW IS FOOD NETWORK STAR, CHEF TREGAYE—SHE'S HERE TO SHARE HIGHLIGHTS FROM HER TEXAS BBQ ROAD TRIP.   SHE'S THE HOST OF COUNTDOWN TO DELICIOUS, AND AUTHOR OF THE COOKbOOK, KITCHEN CONVERSATIONS.   WELCOME, CHEF TREGAYE

Brian Clement, Ph.D., L.N. has spearheaded the international progressive health movement for over five decades. He is the Director of the globally renowned Hippocrates Wellness, West Palm Beach, Florida, the world's foremost residential health center. Over the last half-century, he and his team have pioneered clinical research and training in disease prevention. Their findings have provided the basis for Hippocrates' progressive, state-of-the-art treatments and protocols for health maintenance and recovery.

A USA Today bestseller, THE NAVIGATOR'S LETTER by JAN CRESS DONDI, reveals one of the most audacious and overlooked World War II stories. It chronicles a dangerous U.S. Army Air Force campaign through the voices of two airmen bound by duty—and one woman, forming a deeply human narrative. A gripping blend of military history and war biography, it captures brotherhood, love, and sacrifice.  One of the riskiest air raids of World War II occurred on August 1, 1943, over the oil fields at Ploesti, Romania—Nazi Germany's primary fuel source. The Allies believed that the destruction of Hitler's oil refineries would shorten the war. Using an untested strategy, it was worth the gamble, but the mission did not go according to plan—with 53 aircraft and 532 crewmen lost, it was the costliest US air raid of the war.  A true story, The Navigator's Letter is a tale of uncanny coincidences: two friends from the same small Illinois town; both joined the Air Corps; both became navigators; both were assigned to B-24 Liberators; both flew missions over Europe; both of their planes were forced down over Ploesti; and both went missing-in-action.  Jan Cress Dondi tells the intertwined war stories of her uncle, John B. White, a hometown lawyer with political aspirations, and her father, Bob Cress, a college student with roots in dairy farming, captured in hundreds of personal letters, journal entries, family scrapbooks, and the author's extensive archival research. At what started with Operation Tidal Wave, the first-ever zero-altitude air raid,  this gripping account of combat and sacrifice shows the impact of war on families and the complexities of loyalty, sacrifice, loss, and love.

WITH THE WORLD CUP JUST AROUND THE CORNER, MANY AMERICANS ARE ALREADY PLANNING WATCH PARTIES, GAME-DAY GATHERINGS AND SUMMER GET-TOGETHERS WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY. JOINING US NOW IS CONSUMER TRENDS EXPERT CRISTEN MILLINER (pronounced KRIS-tin MILL-uh-ner) FROM DOORDASH, WHO'S SHARING EASY ENTERTAINING IDEAS, SUMMER SAVINGS AND HOW DOORDASH IS TURNING WORLD CUP SEASON INTO A FULL FAN EXPERIENCE. WELCOME, CRISTEN.

THIS YEAR MARKS THE 34TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE WORLD'S LARGEST K-THRU-12 STUDENT SCIENCE COMPETITION. JOINING US FROM THE NATIONAL PRESS CLUB IS JUSTIN "MR. FASCINATE" SHAIFER (pronounced SHAY-fer), WHO'S HERE WITH SOME OF THIS YEAR'S WINNERS OF THE TOSHIBA/NATIONAL SCIENCE TEACHING ASSOCIATION EXPLORAVISION AWARDS. KNOWN FOR HIS WORK PROMOTING SCIENCE EDUCATION, SHAIFER HOSTS THE POPULAR PODCAST CURIOSITY THEORY. WELCOME, JUSTIN — AND WELCOME TO OUR STUDENT WINNERS.

Fun in the Sun The Toy Industry's Premier Player Talks Seasonal Activities for all Ages   School is OUT and Summer is here! Your viewers/listeners are likely looking for tips and tricks to fill their kids' appetites for fun, activity, and adventure! A combination of outdoor activities and indoor play is a fabulous way to spend a fun day.

Millions of Americans living with depression say they're "fine." But new global data shows that for many patients, "fine" still means lingering symptoms, lowered expectations, and a struggle to put their silent frustrations into words. As summer marks the midpoint of the year – a time when schedules slow and people naturally reflect – experts say it's a critical moment to pause and check in with how we're really feeling, even if everything seems "fine" on the surface.   New global survey data from patients being treated for major depressive disorder (MDD) and healthcare providers across seven countries reveals a striking disconnect between treatment and expectations: ·       Only 1 in 10 patients report being fully satisfied with their depression treatment ·       Nearly 4 in 5 people taking antidepressants don't expect full relief ·       Nearly 90% say lingering symptoms affect their performance at work ·       More than half report feeling more socially isolated, even while seeking care ·       While 95% of patients say they've talked to a healthcare provider, 80% of providers say patients struggle to explain what isn't working   Generation Fine, a global awareness campaign from Johnson & Johnson, shines a light on a common but rarely discussed experience in depression: settling. The campaign encourages people who feel "just okay" to reflect, ask questions, and have more open conversations with their healthcare providers – because when managing depression, "fine" shouldn't be the finish line.

Biggest Dads & Grads Trends of 2026   FATHER'S DAY AND GRADUATION SEASON ARE HERE, AND MANY FAMILIES ARE STILL SEARCHING FOR THE PERFECT WAY TO CELEBRATE THE DADS AND GRADUATES IN THEIR LIVES. HERE WITH THE BIGGEST GIFT-GIVING TRENDS AND SOME CREATIVE IDEAS FOR BOTH OCCASIONS IS LINDSAY ROBERTS, FOUNDER OF THEGIFTINSIDER.COM WELCOME, LINDSAY ROBERTS.

CHRISTMAS MAY BE MONTHS AWAY, BUT BETWEEN "CHRISTMAS IN JULY" PROMOTIONS, SUMMER HAS BECOME ONE OF THE BIGGEST SHOPPING SEASONS OF THE YEAR.   HERE TO SHARE SOME OF THE BEST DEALS, SAVINGS, AND MUST-HAVE FINDS IS CLAUDIA LOMBANA, SHE'S AN EMMY AND PEABODY AWARD-WINNING JOURNALIST AND CONSUMER SHOPPING EXPERT.   WELCOME, CLAUDIA.

Elite athletes optimize every detail of their exercise and nutrition routines, but the same foundational principles can be applied to everyone's life, whether you're a competitive athlete or just trying to live a more active lifestyle. However, it's difficult to know if your body is getting what it needs each day. For example, hydration plays a critical role in energy, focus, and recovery, yet many people fall short of hydration goals.

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The holiday season is one of the most special times of the year, ALLOWING FOR good times with family and friends, with lots of delicious food.  HOWEVER, FOR THOSE WHO ARE OVERWEIGHT OR LIVING WITH OBESITY, THERE'S A NEED TO BE EXTRA CAREFUL IN STICKING TO THEIR HEALTHY LIFESTYLE CHOICES, AND IN MANY CASES, ANTI-OBESITY DRUG SCHEDULES. Weight-Management Expert, DR. ANTHONY AURIEMMA  joins us now with, ONE OF HIS PATIENTS, FAITH, TO EXPLAIN WHY IT'S IMPORTANT  TO HAVE A GOOD PLAN IN PLACE SO YOU CAN ENJOY THE HOLIDAYS, WITHOUT MISSING OUT ON THE FUN.

It's no secret that Americans value their family time. A recent Pew Research report revealed that 73% of people ranked spending time with their families as "one of the most important things" in life. A close second priority for 74% of those surveyed: "being physically active."   What if, this holiday season, you gave the family a fun way to spend time together WHILE being physically active? That's the question being posed by former professional dancer and hit cookbook author Dean Sheremet in this upcoming interview opportunity that combines suggestions for healthy family fun with a holiday gift idea that everyone can feel good about.   The science is clear: Dancing is really, really good for you, no matter where you fall in the family tree. With health benefits ranging from better agility and coordination to enhanced cardiovascular health and reduced risk of osteoporosis, dance is an efficient and effective workout. It's known to improve mood, boost brain power and may even reduce dementia risk – and most of the time it doesn't even feel like exercise!   A father himself, Dean is a huge fan of maximizing family time off the sofa, and he's ready to share some tips with your audience about how to incorporate dance fitness into your family's routine this season and throughout the New Year. Book your interview now to inspire your viewers to level up their family time with a discussion about:   Setting a good example: Dancing and playing together starts when everyone is off the couch Is it a workout or is it a game? How Just Dance 2025 checks all the boxes