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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...

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.  ...

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. WE...

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  CU...

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 h...

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 man...

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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...

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...

Pharmacy benefit managers are powerful middlemen that control what medicines patients can get, the price they pay out-of-pocket and what hoops they have to jump through to get the medicine their doctor prescribed. Scott LaGanga , PhRMA Executive vice president, joins CONN to discuss the survey and more....

EACH OCTOBER, NATIONAL CYBERSECURITY AWARENESS MONTH PROVIDES A TIMELY REMINDER THAT CRIMINALS ARE TRYING TO STEAL INFORMATION AND MONEY FROM BUSINESSES AND CONSUMERS.   HERE TO HELP IS CYBERSECURITY EXPERT GRANT HANSEN – CHIEF INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER FOR JEWELERS MUTUAL.   CONN WELCOME'S GRANT HANSEN.

For book lovers, there's no such thing as too many books! But to spark that love, everyone needs access to them – a reality that remains out of reach for many communities where children can't easily access public libraries, and schools are strapped for resources.   The  literacy crisis  in America is real. According to the National Assessment of Education Progress (NAEP), only 43% of U.S. fourth g...

President Jimmy Carter will celebrate his 100 th  Birthday on October 1, and what better way to celebrate his humanitarian legacy than by providing hope and help for homeowners during an ongoing housing crisis?     On September 30, thousands of volunteers from around the world will gather in St. Paul, MN, to build 30 homes in just one week, as a part of the 40th Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Projec...

SEPTEMBER IS HEALTHY AGING MONTH – WHICH FOCUSES ATTENTION ON MANY ISSUES – INCLUDING SOME MAJOR CHANGES FOR PEOPLE WITH HEARING LOSS.   JOINING US TODAY IS AUDIOLOGIST AND HEARING EXPERT DR. DE WET SWANEPOEL  – WHO IS WITH LEXIE HEARING TO DISCUSS HEARING HEALTH AND FDA RULES THAT MAKE HEARING AIDS MUCH MORE ACCESSIBLE.   DR. SWANEPOEL IS AN AUTHOR AND PROFESSOR AT THE UNIVERSITY OF PRETORIA IN S...

HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH WITH THE U.S. ARMY RESERVE: PURSUING PURPOSE AND PASSION Every September, the Army Reserve joins the nation in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, reflecting on our shared history as Americans and recognizing the rich mosaic of people and cultures who build and strengthen this branch of service. The Army Reserve story cannot be told without reflecting on the remarkable con...

LABOR DAY IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER, AND IF YOU'RE LOOKING TO THROW AN UNFORGETTABLE END-OF-SUMMER BASH, WE'VE GOT THE PERFECT GUEST TO HELP!   JOINING US IS SAM CALAGIONE, FOUNDER OF DOGFISH HEAD CRAFT BREWERY AND DISTILLERY, AND JAMES BEARD AWARD WINNER.   SAM'S INNOVATIVE TAKE ON CRAFT BEVERAGES HAS MADE DOGFISH HEAD A HOUSEHOLD NAME, AND TODAY HE'S HERE TO SHARE SOME TIPS TO ENSURE YOUR LABOR...

WITH SUMMER WINDING DOWN, MANY OF US ARE PLANNING OUR FINAL VACATIONS. BUT TRAVEL DOESN'T HAVE TO END JUST BECAUSE THE SEASON IS CHANGING. THE START OF FALL IS A GOOD TIME TO REEVALUATE YOUR GOALS AND CONSIDER OTHER WAYS TO SEE THE WORLD.   THE ARMY RESERVE CAN HELP YOU BE PART OF SOMETHING BIGGER THAN YOURSELF, WHILE ALSO GETTING A TICKET TO SOME OF THE BEST TRAVEL DESTINATIONS.   HERE TO TALK AB...

NEWLY GRADUATED HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS ARE SETTING THEIR SIGHTS ON COLLEGE THIS FALL.   BUT MANY STUDENTS FACE THE CHALLENGES OF PAYING FOR COLLEGE, WHILE ALSO FINDING A SCHOOL THAT OFFERS A SENSE OF BELONGING, OPPORTUNITIES FOR TRAINING AND FINDING A JOB.    THE HOMETOWN H-B-C-U CONNECTION AIMS TO CHANGE THAT DYNAMIC, ONE STUDENT AT A TIME.   HERE WITH DETAILS IS GRADY CROSBY, VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF...