Each weekend, Manny Munoz discussed important national topics with experts, newsmakers, and organization working to make a positive difference in communities across the country.
World Central Kitchen and Severe Bleeding
Memorial Day and Pet Health
Memorial Day is one of the most recognized holidays in our country, but many people don’t really understand the history behind it or even what the day is truly meant to honor. I discussed true meaning and history of the holiday with historian Ken Davis….Author of the ”Don’t Know Much” series of books. His website is DontKnowMuch.Com AND, as we kick off summer, if you’ve got a dog or a cat, you know—they’re family. But if your pet had an emergency, would you know how to respond? Clara Correa-Geraci, a Red Cross volunteer, had some advice which could help save your best friend’s life.
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Savings and Strokes
For a lot of Americans – young and not-so-young, personal financial basics like budgeting, credit, saving—is Greek to them. I discussed their importance and how learning about those things is making a comeback, when I spoke with Steve Bumbaugh from the Council for Economic Education. AND, Stroke and brain aneurysms can happen fast, and for many families, they come completely out of nowhere. My colleague here at iHeartRadio Miami Jada Williams is using her story to help others recognize the warning signs before it’s too late.
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College and Melanoma
It is arguably the first big decision a young adult makes in their life. Where they'll go to college.....or whether to go at all. You might be dealing with it right now……And, that process can be overwhelmingly stressful for both the child AND the parent. I discussed it with Beth Heller Gelles, author of: Crazy for College AND, did you know that Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer? This year, nearly a quarter of a million Americans will be diagnosed with Melanoma….thousands will die from it. Dr. Marc Hurlbert from the Melanoma Research Alliance, helps us better understand the disease.
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Autism and Parkinson's Awareness
American’s understanding and acceptance of the idea of being on the Autism Spectrum has changed dramatically over the last decade or two. The Autism Society of America has been at the center of that push for change……I discussed those changes with Joseph Joyce, President and CEO of the Autism Society of America AND April was Parkinson’s Awareness Month, and for millions of people, this isn’t just a headline—it’s daily life. John Lehr/President & CEO, Parkinson’s Foundation and Robert Baittie, a person living with Parkinson’s Disease, joined me to talk about why it is such complex disease we still don’t fully understand it.
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World Wish Month & Earth Day
April has been World Wish Month, a time when Make-A-Wish Foundation shines a spotlight on the life-changing impact their wishes have for children facing critical illnesses. Manny Munoz discussed the impact with Dr. James Fahner, pediatric cancer specialist, and Founding Chairperson for Make-A-Wish America’s National Medical Advisory Council. AND, Earth Day may be behind us, but the bigger question is what happens after the headlines and the coverage fades. Sara Espinoza, President and CEO of the National Environmental Education Foundation, joins Manny to expound on that.
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Prevent Cancer and Fishing
Early detection is the key to surviving everything from Cancer to Heart Disease, yet a disturbing number of us fail to do the simple things, like routine screenings. I discussed that with Jody Hoyos, CEO, Prevent Cancer Foundation AND fishing might be one of the oldest things known to mankind, but it still hooks us in a very modern way. I found out what it is about fishing that hooks us, with Mark Kurlansky author of TO CATCH A FISH: Essays on the Joy, Frustration, Curiosity, and Allure of Fishing
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Autism Awareness
April is Autism Awareness; some call it Autism Acceptance Month. But today we’re discussing a different kind of story about Autism. It’s a story, about being on the spectrum, but also about family love, resilience, perseverance and how to handle bullying - while not allowing society to define you who are. I discussed with Leland Vittert…..a journalist……host of On Balance on NewsNation and co-author of: Born Lucky: A Dedicated Father, A Grateful Son, and My Journey with Autism
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Colorectal Cancer and Navy Seal
Colorectal cancer is the fastest-growing cancer in younger Americans and has officially become the leading cause of cancer deaths for men under 50, and second for women under 50. Dr. James McCormick, a respected surgeon and Professor of Surgery, Drexel University College of Medicine, Chairperson, Colon/Rectal Cancer Program to me why. AND, when most of us think about our military it instills a sense of pride in our country. And the epitome of that vision is often a Navy Seal. Commander Jack Ratliff, has written a memoir about how the experience changed his life. It is titled Riding the White Bull: The Making of a Navy SEAL.
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Black History Month and Poison
As Black History Month draws to a close, we take a closer look at an organization that’s quietly shaped generations of opportunity. Dr. Walter Kimbrough, Executive Vice President at UNCF joined me to talk about the legacy and future of the United Negro College Fund. AND would you know what to do if you or someone you were with was poisoned? It happens to someone every few seconds in our country. I discussed the dangers with Dr. Krys Johnson, Epidemiologist for America's Poison Centers
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