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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…

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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 Cance…

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 …

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…

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. See omnystudio.com/l…

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📱 Parenting in the Age of Social Media One of the top concerns for parents today is managing kids' screen time and navigating the risks of social media. Manny talks with Dr. Kara Alaimo, associate professor of communication at Fairleigh Dickinson University and author of “Over the Influence: Why Social Media Is Toxic for Women and Girls — And How W…

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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 w…

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 protec…

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 T…

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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 …

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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 …

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 g…

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 da…

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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…F…

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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…

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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 University AND, some of the greatest in medical breakthroughs these days are being made in Alzheimer's Disease....but, those breakthroughs …

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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 P…

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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 important…

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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 preven…

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 incre…

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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 medicin…