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Now that America has its first black President, have we stopped being racist or is this the ultimate in political correctness? And what about Obama's gaffs - calling himself a mutt and like someone in the special Olympics? Find out what it all means from today's guest, Dr. Maura Cullen, an international authority on diversity, and the author of the new book, 35 Dumb Things Well-Intentioned People...

Ever wonder what it's really like inside a women's prison? Today's guest, Brook Carey, author of The Accidental Warden, will unlock the doors. She'll share stories of what it was like to be in charge of dangerous felons, such as the Manson girls, why she supports the death penalty, and how women can avoid the fate of her inmates.

These days most of us have to make do with less. But what if you had to make do with much less? Today's guest, psychiatrist Doreen Orion, M.D., shares her adventure, recounted in her book Queen of the Road: The True Tales of 47 States, 22,000 Miles, 200 Shoes, 2 Cats, 1 Poodle, a Husband, and a Bus with a Will of its Own. Her journey not only reveals the upside of downsizing, but how to find a way...

Nicholas Hughes, the son of poet Sylvia Plath, committed suicide this week. Was he purposefully following in the footsteps of his famous mother and his infamous stepmother, or was it simply the tragic consequence of his untreated depression? Today's guests, University of Massachusetts Professor Richard Larschan, and British Professional Librarian, John Welford, will unravel the mysteries of this i...

Today's guest, Brendon Burchard, tells the story of how he was blessed with Life's Golden Ticket, a second chance, after barely surviving a dramatic car accident in a third world country. Since then he has dedicated himself to helping others get a second chance by changing the way we envision and strategize to reach success. His book, Life's Golden Ticket, uses a magical amusement park as an alleg...

Listen up as Dr. Carole rails against Nadya Suleman and Rihanna for making the dumbest mistakes of their lives! No kind words for Chris Brown either, as she puts all of them on her couch! You can learn from their mistakes.

Today's show, the antidote to your money blues, is guaranteed to make you smile again! Despina Gurlides, author of Not a Guru, climbed the ladder of success, only to have it suddenly crash, and allow her to find true inner peace. David Cane, author of The Short Book on Happiness, helps us rise above the bleak headlines to reach the joy we crave.

Dr. Carole will share with you today the Complaint that she filed with L.A. County's Dept. of Child & Family Services, alerting them to Child Endangerment. Hear why she believes that Nadya Suleman's 8 newborns should be put up for adoption before they go home with her, and why all 14 children are at risk for abuse, neglect and worse.

Find out how Richard Tripp, author of Please Underestimate Me, is making a difference. Overcoming enormous personal tragedies, he is emerging as one of the world's most humble heroes. His story will inspire you to make a difference in your town, too.

Wishing you had a Valentine this year? Stop wishing and start doing something about it, so that by next year you'll be in love! Psychologist, Dr. Diana Kirschner, author of Love in 90 Days, will tell you how.

Do you wonder why the path to soul-satisfying contentment eludes you? Today's guest, Debbie Ford, has made it her mission to inspire people like you and help them find their way. She is a bestselling author, speaker and coach, whose latest book, Why Good People Do Bad Things: How to Stop Being Your Own Worst Enemy, has been called a tour-de-force.

Today's guests will inspire you with their courageous stories of overcoming adversity. Stash Serafin, a renowned figure skater despite being blind from birth, and author of You Can't Get It 'Cause You've Already Got It!, teaches people to stop putting their dreams on ice. Roger Rizzo, author of An Almost Fatal Miracle, overcame 'blindness' of another sort, when a motorcycle accident made him see w...

Ever wonder about how kids get discovered and wind up on the silver screen? And whether Hollywood messes with their heads? Today's guest, Susie Mains, co-owner of Trilogy Talent, the expert on child stars and young Hollywood, will take you behind the scenes.

Want to know what's really going on in the Israeli-Gaza war zone? You won't learn the truth from the mainstream media. Listen to it live here, as journalist Ari Bussel, reports from Israel on what's really happening behind the scenes and how it's becoming a global showdown.

Today's guest, Paco Alarcon-Kahan, explains why he believes that upcoming changes in consciousness will lead us beyond crises to a better world. The author of Stargate 2012: Recovering the Power for Earth's Imminent Ascension, shares his views on how to harness higher vibrations to attract what you want in life.

As the New Year approaches, are you feeling overwhelmed - with countless unfinished problems still hanging around from 2008? Today's guests, John and Patricia Gallagher have risen from the ashes of emotional and financial ruin to share their story, entitled No More Secrets. They've created a team of angels to inspire you to hang in there and help others along the way.

As you will discover from today's show, the secret to happy holidays, and happy 'every' days is giving! Dr. Carole reads The Gift of the Magi and interviews Beth Russell, author of Forever Lily: An Unexpected Mother's Journey to Adoption in China.

Today's show is just what the doctor ordered to dispel gloom overload. Missy Jenkins is the author of I Choose to be Happy: A School Shooting Survivor's Triumph Over Tragedy. Her inspiring and courageous story will teach us grace in the face of adversity.

Myspace member, teen Megan Meier, committed suicide after being rejected by her online 'boyfriend', who was actually the malicious mother of one of Megan's friends. Cyber-bully mom, Lori Drew, is now facing federal charges for her mean messages that caused Megan's death. Tina Meier, Megan's mom, takes you behind the headlines to tell you the real and painful story.

How do you get into the spirit of Thanksgiving when you're mourning the loss of your job, savings, home, health or relationships? Today, personal development coach, Pete Siegel, will help you to crack the good luck code and 'nourish' you with positivity that's more filling than a Thanksgiving dinner!

Today's guest, psychologist Dr. Vonda Pelto, is the author of Without Remorse: The Story of the Woman Who Kept the L.A. Serial Killers Alive. She not only reveals what went on behind bars, but the parallel of what went on in her life at the same time - conflicts between men and women, sex and violence, intimidation and vulnerability.

The best way to honor veterans is to ask them to share their stories. Afraid to hear the truth of war, we celebrate Veteran's Day with parades and flags. Find out what really happens on the front lines with today's guest, Jonathan Hull, war correspondent and bureau chief of Time magazine.

Here is some last minute advice for election day, whether you are still making up your mind who to vote for or are already glued to the media to await results. Today's show, with guest Dr. Harvey Kushner, international terrorism expert and political pundit, will be illuminating. Find out how safe we'll be after the votes are in.

Today's guest, psychologist Dr. William Horton, says, yes. A leading expert in hypnosis and NLP (neuro-linguistic programming), and author of Mind Control: How to Get Others To Do What You Want, he explains how our logical brains have been hijacked.

As we get closer to election day, more evidence of Obama's deceptions are being revealed. Not only is Acorn fraudulently signing up ineligible voters, but credit cards of citizens have been charged with fraudulent donations to the Obama campaign. Today's guest, Brad O'Leary, political consultant and author of Audacity of Deceit, tries to warn us before it's too late.