Let's Talk America With Shana Thornton

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

  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      

Many women are not aware that cervical cancer can be a treatable disease if proactive steps are taken with their health. Dr. Dana Cohen, a respected physician, author and authority in women's health, is here to provide valuable new insights for women during Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. Stay tuned to Let's Talk America with Host Shana Thornton.   #LTARadio

EACH YEAR, NATIONAL FIRST RESPONDERS DAY IS COMMEMORATED TO HONOR ALL THE PARAMEDICS, FIREFIGHTERS, POLICE AND OTHERS WHO PUT THEIR LIVES ON THE LINE SERVING OUR COMMUNITIES.   FIRST RESPONDERS FACE LIFE-THREATENING SITUATIONS EVERY DAY AND DURING THESE EMERGENCIES, FAST AND RELIABLE COMMUNICATION IS VITAL. PROVIDING THESE MISSION-CRITICAL COMMUNICATIONS CAPABILITIES IS THE JOB OF THE TEAM AT VERIZON FRONTLINE.   MAGGIE HALLBACH, PRESIDENT OF VERIZON FRONTLINE, JOINS US TO REVIEW LATEST EFFORTS.   STAY CONNECTED TO #LTARADIO.    

    Celebrity Chef Dean Sheremet is well known for appearances on the hit show ‘MY KITCHEN RULES.’ Since that popular debut, the renowned chef, who regularly appears on shows like Access Hollywood, The TALK and Hallmark’s Home and Family, is on a mission to promote a healthier way of cooking. That’s why the Super Chef, who is also a nutritionist, has teamed up with PERC, the Propane Education & Research Council, to share important information about cooking with propane and how it offers advantages when creating great recipes in the kitchen, outdoor grilling or, even, pizza ovens.   On this episode of Let's Talk America with Host Shana Thornton, Chef Sheremet shares a few of his favorite recipes and some timely information about propane, a clean energy source that can work alongside renewable energy sources in any home. Learn how propane cooking appliances can also be integrated into any home, no matter its size, design, or architectural style, while offering great performance at a reasonable cost.  

IT'S IMPORTANT THAT WE RECOGNIZE NURSES TO CELEBRATE THE MANY CONTRIBUTIONS OF THESE SPECIAL CAREGIVERS. HELENA FAUSTIN, A REGISTERED NURSE, COOKBOOK AUTHOR AND CREATOR OF THE BLOG #THATNURSECANCOOK, JOINS LET'S TALK AMERICA TO HIGHLIGHT THE VITAL ROLE OF NURSES IN 2022. LISTEN IN AND SHARE.    #LTARADIO 

Is your daily diet making you sick? Dr. Kulreet Chaudhary, MD, author of books The Prime and Sound Medicine, ​​says what you eat could be causing mood disorders and much more. Dr. Chaudhary is an internationally recognized expert and she chats exclusively with Let's Talk America on this trending topic. Listen in and share this audio episode with a friend.     #LTARadio 

PANDEMIC RECOVERY IS IN FULL SWING. OPTIMISM FOR THE FUTURE AND FINANCIAL SECURITY ARE ON THE RISE, BUT SMALL AND MIDSIZE BUSINESS OWNERS ARE STILL SEEKING ASSISTANCE.   WITH SMALL BUSINESS WEEK OFF TO A GREAT START, WE ARE TAKING A DEEP DIVE INTO THE STATE OF SMALL AND MIDSIZE BUSINESS. SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT FOR NATIONWIDE SMALL BUSINESS AND CHANNEL CHIEF FOR VERIZON BUSINESS, WENDY TACCETTA, JOINS US TO HIGHLIGHT FINDINGS FROM A NEW STUDY ABOUT SMALL BUSINESS CONFIDENCE. LISTEN IN AND TELL A FRIEND!    #LTARADIO

H-G-T-V HOST AND CONSTRUCTION EXPERT MATT BLASHAW JOINS LET'S TALK AMERICA RADIO TO TALK EARTH DAY. BLASHAW IS CURRENTLY HOSTING ‘BUILD IT FORWARD’ – A NEW H-G-T-V SHOW WHICH PROVIDES LIFE-CHANGING HOME MAKEOVERS TO INDIVIDUALS WHO GIVE THEIR ALL TO THEIR COMMUNITY. LISTEN IN AND SHARE!     

JUST IN TIME FOR ARBOR DAY, A NEW BOOK TITLED NOW IS THE TIME FOR TREES HAS BEEN RELEASED THAT CELEBRATES THE POWER OF TREES AND AIMS TO INSPIRE PEOPLE TO GET INVOLVED IN THE TREE-PLANTING MOVEMENT. AUTHOR DAN LAMBE, THE CEO OF THE ARBOR DAY FOUNDATION, JOINS THE AWARD-WINNING LET'S TALK AMERICA RADIO FOR AN EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW. THE FOUNDATION IS ALSO CELEBRATING ITS 50TH ANNIVERSARY IN 2022. SINCE ITS INCEPTION, THE ARBOR DAY FOUNDATION HAS HELPED TO PLANT ALMOST 500 MILLION TREES IN MORE THAN 50 COUNTRIES. LISTEN IN AND SHARE. 

Overcoming dental phobia is possible. General dentist Dr. Nina Izhaky joins Let's Talk America with Host Shana Thornton to highlight the importance of overall dental health. We offer real talk for real people. For more informarion, please visit www.ltaradio.com.       

Every April, the Parkinson’s Foundation engages the global Parkinson’s community to support Parkinson’s Awareness Month and World Parkinson’s Day on April 11th.  Raising awareness helps make life better for people with the disease, and as well as improving care and advancing research toward a cure. This year, the theme is Start a Conversation, a call to action that urges people to talk about Parkinson’s with their loved ones, friends, neighbors and community.   John L. Lehr, the President and CEO of the non-profit Parkinson’s Foundation, and Susan Brown, a person living with Parkinson’s Disease, join Let's Talk America Radio to share insight. Listen in to be edicated and inspired.    #LTARadio 

Over the past two years, the pandemic has devastated the hospitality industry. Now, a nationwide labor shortage is providing an even bigger challenge. Industry expert Rosanna Maietta joins Let's Talk America Radio to provide insight on the various career opportunities within the hospitality industry. Tune in and share this episode with a friend.   #LTARadio     

Kids today face a complex world with unique challenges. That’s why learning the new fundamentals will help prepare kids to adapt, problem solve and connect with people different from themselves in a diverse and changing world. They need skills like creativity and critical thinking, curiosity and compassion, financial literacy and global citizenship.    Education technology expert Anna Maria Chavez, Encantos’ Chief Impact Officer, joins Let's Talk America Radio with Host Shana Thornton to discuss a new program that focuses on going beyond teaching the basics. Listen in and share with a friend.   #LTARadio     

More than 280,000 people are expected to be diagnosed with breast cancer this year, and many of them will survive and thrive. Know the facts about metastatic triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC). Join Let's Talk America Radio with Host Shana Thornton for an important discussion with health advocate Ricki Fairley and medical expert Dr. Monique Gary. Stay informed.

IN THE U.S., JUST EIGHT PERCENT OF PLASTIC WASTE IS RECYCLED ACCORDING TO THE EPA. TO COMBAT THIS ISSUE, SC JOHNSON HAS TEAMED UP WITH PARTNERS FROM WISCONSIN, THE MILWAUKEE BUCKS AND THE MILWAUKEE BREWERS, TO CREATE NEW RECYCLING SYSTEMS AIMED AT COLLECTING AND RECYCLING PLASTIC BOTTLES AND CUPS INTO EVERYDAY HOUSEHOLD CLEANING PRODUCTS. ALAN VANDERMOLEN OF SC JOHNSON JOINS LET'S TALK AMERICA RADIO TO DISCUSS WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CLOSED LOOP RECYCLING AND HOW POPULAR SPORTS TEAMS ARE PITCHING IN TO COMBAT PLASTIC WASTE.

FOLLOWING MONTHS OF STAYING CLOSE TO HOME, AMERICANS ARE NOW VENTURING OUT FOR VACATIONS AND GETAWAYS. NOW, AFTER MORE THAN A YEAR, CRUISE SHIPS ARE ONCE AGAIN SETTING SAIL FROM U-S PORTS TO EXCITING DESTINATIONS. JOINING LET'S TALK AMERICA RADIO TO TALK ABOUT THE RESTART OF CRUISING IS GABE SAGLIE, ONE OF THE WORLD’S FOREMOST TRAVEL EXPERTS AND SENIOR EDITOR AT TRAVELZOO.    

FOOD INSECURITY REMAINS AN ONGOING CHALLENGE FOR MILLIONS OF AMERICANS – BUT NOW YOU CAN HELP BEAT HUNGER BY TAKING PART IN A SPECIAL CAMPAIGN TO HELP THE NON-PROFIT FEEDING AMERICA AND THEIR NETWORK OF LOCAL FOOD BANKS FROM ARIZONA TO FLORIDA. BUSINESS EXECUTIVE DASH BLAKER JOINS LET'S TALK AMERICA RADIO TO SHARE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE CAMPAIGN THAT BENEFITS FOOD BANKS.