Best Of The Bay

Manny Munoz discusses the history behind Black History Month this year because, if the math is right, this marks the 50th anniversary of our country officially recognizing February as Black History Month. Manny Munoz spoke with the Rev. Dr. Terrlyn Curry Avery, author of Dismantling Racism: Healing Separation From the Inside Out, about its history and continued significance. AND, eating disorders affect millions of Americans, yet they are still widely misunderstood and often go undetected until serious harm is done. Registered dietitian Lee Cotton spoke with Manny Munoz about that issue and about February being National Eating Disorders Awareness Month.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sunday evening well over 100-million Americans will be tuning in to watch the Super Bowl, but many wont be watching for the game or even the halftime show, they'll be watching for the ads. Dave Shoffner of SpotBowl.Com AND, as we celebrate Black History Month, I thought it interesting to share an often overlooked chapter in American History an alliance between Native Americans and formerly Enslaved Black Families. Recounted in The book: The Free and the Dead – the untold story of the Black Seminole Chief, the Indigenous Rebel and America's Forgotten War, by Jamie HolmesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

IHeartRadio has been conducting a Thank a Teacher Campaign. That campaign has been powered by DonorsChoose. Manny Munoz got an update on the campaign from Alix Guerrier, the CEO of DonorsChoose. AND, more than 40 million Americans lost tens of billions of dollars last year alone to fraud, scams, and identity theft. Jonathan Walton is a victim-turned scam artist vigilante. He detailed his experience and how we can avoid becoming victims in his book titled Anatomy of a Con Artist: The 14 Red Flags to Spot Scammers, Grifters, and Thieves.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

January of 1986 was the first official federal observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Manny Munoz discussed why we celebrate it and the day's significance with historian Kenneth C. Davis, author of the “Don't Know Much” series of books. His most recent is titled The World in Books: 52 Works of Great Short Nonfiction. And January is National Blood Donor Month. While the title might be self-explanatory, the impact is much more than just a name. Rodney Wilson, national spokesperson for the Red Cross, told Manny Munoz how.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're living in a day and age where tens of millions of American families are working harder than ever, with less to show for it. Dr. Willie Jolley a Hall of Fame speaker and best-selling author spoke with Manny Munoz about his new book, Rich Is Good, Wealthy Is Better. And have you noticed that some of these modern, futuristic cars have the worst headlights? They can be and often are blinding to oncoming drivers. Manny Munoz discussed the issue with Dr. Peter Papadakos, Professor of Anesthesiology and Critical Care at the University of Rochester.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Millions of Americans will either become new pet owners or receive a pet as a holiday gift. But too many go into pet ownership without a real understanding of the joys and responsibilities that come with it. Dr. Michael Bailey, President of the American Veterinary Medical Association, discussed the issue with Manny Munoz. And this time of year, many of us are in the holiday spirit attending parties, gatherings, and celebrations. For others, though, it isn't a very joyous time of year. Tens of millions of Americans suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder. Dr. Matthew Rudorfer, Chief of the Psychopharmacology Branch at the National Institute of Mental Health, gave Manny Munoz some clarity on the issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the time of year when many of us start thinking about a better version of ourselves making New Year's resolutions, often focused on self-improvement. Invariably, most of those vows don't stick. Manny Munoz spoke with Stephanie Stolzenbach, Senior Director of Individual and Family Therapy at Charlie Health, for advice on how to approach the idea more realistically. And music is something so many of us turn to manage stress, shift our mood, and more. Why does it help, and what makes music connect with us so deeply? Manny Munoz got answers from Dr. Robert Zatorre, a cognitive neuroscientist at McGill University and author of From Perception to Pleasure: The Neuroscience of Music and Why We Love It.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week—December 17th—marks the anniversary of the Wright Brothers' first flight, 121 years ago. Manny discussed how they pulled it off and just how far aviation has come with Nick Engler—an author, pilot, flight historian, and director of the Wright Brothers Aeroplane Company. AND, one of the things that can help anyone turn their life around is gaining a better understanding of how to manage money. Manny learned about a group helping Americans do just that from Kevin Boucher, Director of HOPE Global Forums for Operation HOPE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's hard to believe, but three or four generations have passed since World War II. This weekend marks the 84th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor December 7, 1941. Manny had the chance to speak with David Kilton, who leads Interpretation, Education, and Visitor Services at the Pearl Harbor National Memorial. AND, there's another conversation happening in homes across the country: should parents let their kids play certain sports, given growing concerns about brain injuries? Manny explored this issue with Bruce Parkman, author of Youth Contact Sports and Broken Brains: Understanding the Hidden Risks of Mental Illness from Early Exposure to Concussive Trauma.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's one of the stark realities of the world we live in today… 1 in 4 Americans serve as caregivers, with millions providing care for loved ones with disabilities or complex medical conditions. Manny Munoz discussed it with Megan O'Reilly, Vice President of Government Affairs for Health and Family at AARP. AND, nearly 40 million Americans have diabetes, and about half will develop diabetic retinopathy the leading cause of irreversible blindness in working-age adults. Manny got insight on the illness from Dr. Geoffrey Emmerson, President of the American Society of Retina Specialists.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new school year means more than just back-to-school shopping it's also Campus Safety Awareness Month. Manny talks with Laura Egan, Interim Associate Executive Director at the Clery Center, about what students and families need to know.Plus, with football season kicking off, Manny dives into the magic behind the gameday experience. Veteran sports event director and author Don Costante shares insights from his book BEYOND THE SCOREBOARD: The Ultimate Guide to Sports Event Presentation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been 24 years since the 9/11 terror attacks. The unity that once brought us together has faded, but each year we honor the anniversary through the 9/11 Day of Service and Remembrance. Manny speaks with Jay Winuk, Co-founder & Executive Vice President of 9/11 Day, about the importance of keeping that spirit alive.Plus, September is Blood Cancer Awareness Month. Leigh Clark, Sr. Director of Patient Programs at the Aplastic Anemia and MDS International Foundation, joins the conversation to share insights and resources for patients and families.

This episode explores the history and meaning behind Labor Day with historian Kenneth C. Davis, author of the “Don't Know Much” series. Plus, we recognize National Suicide Prevention Month with Bob Gebbia, CEO of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, in an important conversation about raising awareness and taking action on mental health.

On this episode, IHeartRadio's Thank a Teacher Campaign powered by DonorsChoose takes center stage. Manny Munoz sat down with Alix Guerrier, CEO of DonorsChoose, to dive into the impact this partnership is having on classrooms across the country.PLUS, Rawle Andrews, Jr., Executive Director of the American Psychiatric Association Foundation, joins Manny to discuss a new survey revealing that most Americans want schools to step up with mental health education and connect students to the support they need.

If football is America's pastime, golf has become part of our DNA and August is National Golf Month. Manny Munoz sits down with Mike Trostel, Director of the World Golf Hall of Fame, to talk about the sport's rich history and its lasting place in our culture.PLUS, with roughly 73 million kids playing Roblox, it's more than just a game; it can be a playground for bullies and a target for predators. Manny talks with Nicky Jackson Colaco, VP and Global Head of Public Policy at Roblox, about new safety tools to help parents protect their kids online.

Nothing hits the spot on a sweltering summer day quite like an ice-cold beer — and August just happens to be International Beer Month. Manny Munoz sits down with Dr. Malcolm Purinton of Northeastern University, who teaches the History of Beer, Alcohol, and Food, to explore the fascinating story behind the world's favorite brew.

Nothing hits the spot on a sweltering summer day quite like an ice-cold beer — and August just happens to be International Beer Month. Manny Munoz sits down with Dr. Malcolm Purinton of Northeastern University, who teaches the History of Beer, Alcohol, and Food, to explore the fascinating story behind the world's favorite brew.

Manny Munoz dives into two important topics you've probably heard about—but may not fully understand.First, food recalls. We see headlines about salmonella, E. coli, or other hard-to-pronounce contaminants all the time. But what do these recalls really mean? How do these bacteria find their way into our food supply, and more importantly, how can we protect ourselves? Manny got some answers from Sandra Eskin, former top USDA official and now CEO of Stop Foodborne Illness.Then, Manny shifts gears to Restless Leg Syndrome—a condition that might sound amusing but is far from a joke. It affects millions of Americans, sometimes with severe, life-disrupting symptoms. He spoke with Dr. Lourdes DelRosso, professor, sleep expert, and Medical Director at Inspire Health Medical Group, to learn how this condition is diagnosed, treated, and better understood.

Manny Munoz covers topics that matter to your safety, health, and well-being. Did you know over 850,000 vehicles were stolen in the U.S. last year? Manny speaks with Triple A's Mark Jenkins about how these thefts happen, how to protect yourself, and why July is Vehicle Theft Prevention Month.Summer sun means more time outdoors — but are you protecting your skin? Becky Kamowitz, Executive Director of The Skin Cancer Foundation, shares expert tips on preventing sun damage.Finally, mental health challenges impact everyone differently. Manny talks with Sharlene Kemler, CEO of the Loveland Foundation, about how they're supporting communities in need.

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”