Best Of The Bay

GLP-1s — they've been called the biggest breakthrough since Viagra, but their cultural impact may be even greater. What exactly are they, and how did they become such a game-changer in the world of health and wellness? Manny Munoz sits down with Dave Knapp, host of On The Pen podcast and author of Decoding GLP-1: A Guide for Friends and Family of Those On The Pen, to break it all down.Then, as students prepare to head off to college, it's the perfect time to talk about meningitis. Manny speaks with Dr. Aprel Barnes, a pediatrician, and John Grimes, a meningitis survivor, about what parents and students should know about this potentially life-threatening illness.

The 4th of July may be over, but it's never too late to learn the real story behind Independence Day. Manny Munoz talked with historian Kenneth C. Davis, author of the Don't Know Much series — check out his work at DontKnowMuch.com.Also, sunglasses aren't just for style — they're packed with science. Sara Durn from Popular Science breaks down the surprising evolution of shades in her latest article.And finally, summer safety isn't just for humans. Dr. Rachel Fellman from LeadER Animal Specialty Hospital shares must-know tips to keep your pets safe in the heat.

Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month isn't until September, but on June 28th Gilda Radner would've turned 79. Gilda's Clubs nationwide are using the date to bring national attention to a disease that affects over 19,000 women every year in our country. Kristian White, Vice President of Gilda's Club South Florida.The saying is ‘It's a Man's World' - but glass ceilings have been being shattered for generations, by groundbreaking women. Kelly Ramsey - author of: Wildfire Days: A Woman, a Hotshot Crew, and the Burning American West.

Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month isn't until September, but on June 28th Gilda Radner would've turned 79. Gilda's Clubs nationwide are using the date to bring national attention to a disease that affects over 19,000 women every year in our country. Kristian White, Vice President of Gilda's Club South Florida.The saying is ‘It's a Man's World' - but glass ceilings have been being shattered for generations, by groundbreaking women. Kelly Ramsey - author of: Wildfire Days: A Woman, a Hotshot Crew, and the Burning American West.

Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month isn't until September, but on June 28th Gild Radner would've turned 79. Gilda's Clubs nationwide are using the date to bring national attention to a disease that affects over 19,000 women every year in our country. Kristian White, Vice President of Gilda's Club South Florida. The saying is ‘It's a Man's World' - but glass ceilings have been being shattered for generations, by groundbreaking women. Kelly Ramsey - author of: Wildfire Days: A Woman, a Hotshot Crew, and the Burning American West.

Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month isn't until September, but on June 28th Gild Radner would've turned 79. Gilda's Clubs nationwide are using the date to bring national attention to a disease that affects over 19,000 women every year in our country. Kristian White, Vice President of Gilda's Club South Florida. The saying is ‘It's a Man's World' - but glass ceilings have been being shattered for generations, by groundbreaking women. Kelly Ramsey - author of: Wildfire Days: A Woman, a Hotshot Crew, and the Burning American West.

Our children and teens are increasingly being targeted by online predators wanting to exploit, abuse and sextort them. With June being Internet Safety Month, Manny Munoz discussed these things with former Florida State Senator Lauren Book a child-abuse survivor, advocate, and founder of the nonprofit Lauren's Kids to educate families. Kids these days are entering puberty earlier than they ever have. Why is it happening, what problems does it contribute to and what do parents need to know? Munoz spoke with Renowned Clinical Psychologist Dr. Sheryl Ziegler on the Early Onset of Puberty, What Parents Can Do to Help and Her New Book THE CRUCIAL YEARS

In the U.S., someone dies from heart disease every 33 seconds. Men face a higher risk, yet many are reluctant to see a doctor for regular screenings. Manny Munoz spoke with Dr. Jane Wilcox, associate chief of cardiology at Northwestern Medicine, about why Father's Day is the perfect time to encourage dad to take care of his heart health.AND, Men…Father's deal with as many mental health issues as women do, some you might be surprised to hear bout. Manny spoke with Psychologist Dr. Daniel Singley, founder of the Center for Men's Excellence about that and the stigma surrounding men asking for help.

If you're a dog person, only other dog people can relate to the relationships we have with our pets. To help explain it, Manny Munoz spoke with Mark Sutherland, Director and human in the film Abby's List: A Dogumentary.AND, roughly 10% of Americans have some sort of ‘life threatening' food allergy. Millions of others live with other food allergies. Munoz discussed it with Dr. Sung Poblete, CEO of Food Allergy Research and Education.

June is National Gun Violence Awareness Month. Manny Munoz discussed that and our nation's gun violence epidemic with Dr. Cassandra Crifasi, co-director of the Center for Gun Violence Solutions at Johns Hopkins UniversityAND, some of the greatest in medical breakthroughs these days are being made in Alzheimer's Disease....but, those breakthroughs dont happen without research. I spoke with Dr. Doris Molina-Henry is an Assistant Professor at the USC Keck School of Medicine Alzheimer's Therapeutic Research Institute about the illness and her study.

For too many of us Memorial Day is about picnics, bar-b-ques or visits to the beach. The real purpose for the holiday is to honor and mourn the men and women who have died serving our nation in the Armed Forces.Lt. Gen. David Fridovich, a 37-year U.S. Army Veteran, joins Manny Munoz to discuss Memorial Day. AND, May is Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month....., but do you even know what it is or whether it is preventable? Munoz spoke with Dr, Laila Tabatabai, a member of the Board of the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation

May is National Mental Health Awareness Month. Manny Munoz spoke with Dr. Ken Duckworth of the National Alliance on Mental Illness about that, the stigma surrounding mental illness in our country and his book, You Are Not Alone.AND, 1 in 3 US Adults has Hypertension……High Blood pressure…….do you know what causes it? How to treat it? More importantly, how to prevent it? Dr. Clyde Yancy, Chief of Cardiology in the Department of Medicine at Northwestern University, answers those questions and more.

Many of us likely know someone who has had a stroke. But, do you know what the experience or recovery is like? May is National Stroke Awareness Month, and Manny Munoz spoke with Jennifer Rose Goldman, author of "In the Face of Catastrophe: How a Traumatic Brain Injury Became a Blessing." AND, severe bleeding from trauma is a leading cause of preventable death for people of all ages. Munoz spoke with Dr. Carlos Palacio of the American College of Surgeons about StopTheBleed.Org movement and that and the fact that May is National Stop the Bleed Month.

It is always important to take a look at our personal finance, budgets, our financial future, retirement planning. These days it is more important than ever. Manny Munoz gets some advice from financial guru Jean Chatzky, CEO of HerMoney.com and host of the podcast HerMoney with Jean Chatzky.AND, Autism and Autism Spectrum Disorders have been increasingly top of mind in our country. Munoz speaks with Kristyn Roth, Chief Marketing Officer at the Autism Society of America

April is Driving Awareness Month. Manny Munoz speaks with Jane Terry, NHTSA's Director of the Office of Impaired Driving and Occupant Protection, about how big an issue distracted driving has become on our nation's roads.April is also Alcohol Awareness Month. Dr. Nzinga Harrison, a board-certified psychiatrist with a specialty in addiction medicine, explained that it isn't only about alcoholism.

April is Parkinson's Awareness Month. While many of us may be aware of the disease because of actor Michael J. Fox's battle, we might not really know what it is, how you get it, etc. I spoke with John Lehr - the President and CEO of the Parkinson's FoundationAND, Tuesday, April 22nd is the 55th Anniversary of Earth Day. Kathleen Rogers, President of EARTHDAY.ORG, joined me to discuss how far the event has come and it's goals this year.

Ydania Peralta. HIS HANDS AND FEET, INC is dedicated to uplifting the community through services and support. We focus on vulnerable groups to empower the community and drive positive change. Our goal is to build strong partnerships within the community to create lasting, meaningful improvements. — Frances Sabag, MIY offers events throughout the year. From community outreach events that help local non-for profits & local causes to workshops, gallery events, markets, and virtual classes online.

Ydania Peralta. HIS HANDS AND FEET, INC is dedicated to uplifting the community through services and support. We focus on vulnerable groups to empower the community and drive positive change. Our goal is to build strong partnerships within the community to create lasting, meaningful improvements. — Frances Sabag, MIY offers events throughout the year. From community outreach events that help local non-for profits & local causes to workshops, gallery events, markets, and virtual classes online.

Ydania Peralta. HIS HANDS AND FEET, INC is dedicated to uplifting the community through services and support. We focus on vulnerable groups to empower the community and drive positive change. Our goal is to build strong partnerships within the community to create lasting, meaningful improvements. — Frances Sabag, MIY offers events throughout the year. From community outreach events that help local non-for profits & local causes to workshops, gallery events, markets, and virtual classes online.

Stress. It is something all of us deal with in one way or another for this reason or that. But, the statistics on the number of Americans who are stressed out and getting burned out at a younger age.Manny Munoz discussed it with Dr. Leigh Richardson is a High-Performance Brain Specialist, Coach and Consultant…AND, April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. What does that mean? What is its goal? What should you know? I got some answers from Clara Reynolds, President and CEO of the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay.

Stress. It is something all of us deal with in one way or another for this reason or that. But, the statistics on the number of Americans who are stressed out and getting burned out at a younger age.Manny Munoz discussed it with Dr. Leigh Richardson is a High-Performance Brain Specialist, Coach and Consultant…AND, April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. What does that mean? What is its goal? What should you know? I got some answers from Clara Reynolds, President and CEO of the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay.

Tax Season is upon us…..and if you haven't filed your taxes yet…..You're NOT alone. Manny Munoz discusses that and a new tool to help make filing your taxes simpler with Emily DiVito, a former Treasury official and Groundwork Collaborative senior expert.AND, relationships can be difficult. Marriage takes work. We discuss how to navigate some of those things with former Navy Seal Jason Redman and his Wife, Erica......who've written “MISSION: INVINCIBLE MARRIAGE: A Battle-Tested Guide to an Enduring Relationship”

Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault stunningly affect one in three women globally. Thankfully, there are efforts to increase awareness and bring an end to those issues in our society.Jane Randel, Co-Founder of No More at NoMore.Org, joined me to discuss it.AND, this week is Poison Prevention Week. Every year millions of Americans are exposed to poison.....more than ¾ of them are unintentionally. I discussed it with Dr. Sara Kinsman, Director of the Division of Child, Adolescent and Family Health in the Maternal and Child Health Bureau of the Health Resources and Services Administration

Eating Disorders affect more than 30-million Americans. Every 52 minutes, someone dies due to an eating disorder—one of the deadliest yet most overlooked mental health challenges in the U.S. Manny Munoz discusses ED a personal journey, with Johanna Kandel from the National Alliance for Eating DisordersAND, March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. As Dr. Roberto Rodriguez-Ruesga, Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, tells us it has become the leading cause of Cancer Death in Men under 50 and the second leading cause of Cancer Death in women under 50.

This week is the 5-year Anniversary of the beginning of the COVID Pandemic. Dr Jay Wolfson, a Distinguished Service Professor of Public Health, Medicine, and Pharmacy at the University of South Florida, joins us to discuss what we've learned, what we did right and wrong, and whether we're better or worse prepared for the next pandemic.From something serious, to something fun. We hear about the history and significance of St Patrick's Day, from Christopher Klein, an historian and author, his website is christopherklein.com

In celebration of International Women's Day, iHeartMedia profiles four remarkable women of iHeartMedia from various fields around the company: Angela Yee - award-winning media personality and host of iHeartMedia's broadcast radio show “Way Up with Angela Yee,” Eileen Woodbury - Vice President of Marketing at iHeartMedia Los Angeles, Sarah Spain - Emmy and Peabody award-winning journalist and host of iHeart Women's Sports “Good Game" podcast and Jessica Marventano - Executive Vice Present of Government Affairs. The interviews are conducted by iHeart 24/7 News anchors: Debra Mark from KFI AM 640 in Los Angeles, Nathalie Rodriguez and Erica Rodriguez from NewsRadio WIOD in Miami and Kathy Walker from KOA 850 AM in Denver.

March is American Red Cross Month. Lori Arnold, with the Red Cross Disaster Relief Team joins us to discuss the history of the agency and their mission. And, thanks to the popularity of sports betting apps, revenues for sports betting have gone from just shy of $430 million in 2018 to a staggering $11 billion in 2023. With that an increase in gambling problems. Jennifer Krause, Executive Director of the Florida Counsil on Compulsive Gambling, discusses the issue and how to address it.

On this final weekend of Black History Month Manny Munoz discusses the importance of mentorship, with Dr Williams Keys - a former White House Policy Advisor, founder of the Institute for Responsible Citizenship and author of The Stories They Hear: Expecting Greatness as the Key to SuccessAnd, after deadly wildfires in Lahaina, Hawaii and Southern California many aren't aware of the long term environmental, health and mental effects on their communities and the survivors. Dr. Peter Papadakos is professor of anesthesiology, surgery, and neurology, at the University of Rochester and one of the country's most renowned experts on these issues

February is American Heart Month, and heart disease happens to be the #1 cause of death for Americans. We discuss it with Dr. Clyde Yancy, Chief of Cardiology, Northwestern Medicine Bluhm Cardiovascular InstituteAnd we all know what CPR is, but how does it work? How was it developed? And, why should all of us know how to save a life? Dr. Lawrence Phillips, Director, Nuclear Cardiology at NYU Langone Medical Center explains

Conversation about caring for aging parents with Pamela Wilson is a well-renowned caregiving expert, involved in the aging, caregiving, and health fields for more than 2-decades. Her website is: pameladwilson.com Proven tips for combatting loneliness with Army Staff Sergeant Cody MacKall a Master Resilience Trainer

February is American Heart Month, and heart disease happens to be the #1 cause of death for Americans. We discuss it with Dr. Clyde Yancy, Chief of Cardiology, Northwestern Medicine Bluhm Cardiovascular InstituteAnd we all know what CPR is, but how does it work? How was it developed? And, why should all of us know how to save a life? Dr. Lawrence Phillips, Director, Nuclear Cardiology at NYU Langone Medical Center explains

Conversation about caring for aging parents with Pamela Wilson is a well-renowned caregiving expert, involved in the aging, caregiving, and health fields for more than 2-decades. Her website is: pameladwilson.com Proven tips for combatting loneliness with Army Staff Sergeant Cody MacKall a Master Resilience Trainer

Petco Love, a national nonprofit, improves the lives of pets and their people. With nearly $400M invested, they are creating a lifesaving nation.Manny Munoz speaks with Susanne Kogut, the President of Petco Love. Their website is PetcoLove.Org

Manny Munoz & Kenneth C. Davis discuss the life, legacy, and holiday honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Kenneth C. Davis is a historian and author of the 'Dont Know Much' series of books.....his latest book is titled - THE WORLD IN BOOKS: 52 Works of Great Short Nonfiction or his website; DontKnowMuch.Com.

Blood & Service -Rodney Wilson with the American Red Cross discussing January being National Blood Donor MonthAnd, Rosa Guixens, Executive Director of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund with the latest numbers of LEOs killed in the line of duty in 2024

Rodney Wilson with the American Red Cross discussing January being National Blood Donor MonthAnd, Rosa Guixens, Executive Director of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund with the latest numbers of LEOs killed in the line of duty in 2024

Manny Munoz speaks with Mark Hamrick, Senior Industry Analyst at Bankrate.Com, discusses New Year's resolution from a financial angle. And, Dr. Susan Albers, well known clinical psychologist at the Cleveland Clinic and best-selling author, on New Year's resolutions having to do health and fitness.

Ryan Gorman hosts an iHeartRadio nationwide special featuring Gabe Martinez, Marine Veteran and Purple Heart Recipient, who joins the show to discuss the injuries he sustained in Afghanistan following an IED attack and the support provided to him and his family by Semper Fi & America's Fund.

Ryan Gorman hosts a Veterans Day weekend special featuring the following organizations helping veterans and their families nationwide:  Colonel Duncan S. Milne (Ret.) - U.S. Marine Corps Veteran & President of the Dixon Center for Military and Veterans ServicesDan Clare - US Marine & Air Force Veteran and Chief Communications & Outreach Officer at Disable American VeteransJim Whaley - U.S. Army Veteran & CEO of Mission Roll Call Brigadier General Jack Hammond (Ret.) - U.S. Army Veteran & Executive Director of Home Base Matt Parrish - Green Beret Veteran & Executive Director of Task Force Dagger

Ryan Gorman hosts an iHeartRadio nationwide special featuring Terrence Hayes, Deputy Assistant Secretary for the VA's Office of Public and Intergovernmental Affairs, who discusses the PACT Act, the largest expansion of Veteran health care and benefits in generations, addressing medical issues related to burn pits, chemicals like Agent Orange, and lots more.

Ryan Gorman hosts an iHeartRadio nationwide special featuring Katie Wadington, Deputy Managing Editor at The Hill, who joins the show to discuss her recent piece titled “What It's Like In Asheville After Helene,” which describes the situation in one of the area's hardest hit by Hurricane Helene. Evan Peterson, National Spokesperson for the American Red Cross, also checks in to explain how the Red Cross assists those in need in communities impacted by the storm and ways for all Americans to help with that effort.

Ryan Gorman hosts an iHeartRadio nationwide special featuring Jose Martinez, an Army Veteran and triple amputee, joins the show for National Suicide Prevention Month to discuss how, with the help of Semper Fi & America's Fund, he overcame his extensive injuries, depression, and suicidal thoughts to become an adaptive athlete.