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Each week, Manny Munoz discusses important national topics with experts, newsmakers, and organizations working to make a positive difference in communities across the country.
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August 29, 2025 • 30 mins
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.
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August 22, 2025 • 30 mins
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 Manny to discuss a new survey revealing that most Americans want schools to step up wi...
PLUS, Rawle Andrews, Jr., Executive Director of the American Psychiatric Association Foundation, joins Manny to discuss a new survey revealing that most Americans want schools to step up wi...
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August 15, 2025 • 30 mins
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 playground for bullies and a target for predators. Manny talks with Nicky Jackson Col...
PLUS, with roughly 73 million kids playing Roblox, it’s more than just a game; it can be a playground for bullies and a target for predators. Manny talks with Nicky Jackson Col...
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August 8, 2025 • 30 mins
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.
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August 8, 2025 • 30 mins
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.
💉 Then, with pandemic aftershocks still rippling and vaccine hesitancy on the rise, outbreaks of diseases...
💉 Then, with pandemic aftershocks still rippling and vaccine hesitancy on the rise, outbreaks of diseases...
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August 1, 2025 • 30 mins
📱 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 We Can Take It Back,” about how platforms are affecting young people — especially girl...
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 We Can Take It Back,” about how platforms are affecting young people — especially girl...
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July 25, 2025 • 30 mins
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 we protect ourselves? Manny got some answers from Sandra Eskin, former top USDA officia...
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 we protect ourselves? Manny got some answers from Sandra Eskin, former top USDA officia...
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July 18, 2025 • 30 mins
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 protecting your skin? Becky Kamowitz, Executive Director of The Skin Cancer Foundation, shar...
Summer sun means more time outdoors — but are you protecting your skin? Becky Kamowitz, Executive Director of The Skin Cancer Foundation, shar...
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July 11, 2025 • 30 mins
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 Those On The Pen, to break it all down.
Then, as students prepare to head off to colleg...
Then, as students prepare to head off to colleg...
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July 3, 2025 • 30 mins
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 surprising evolution of shades in her latest article.
And finally, summer safety isn’t ...
Also, sunglasses aren’t just for style — they’re packed with science. Sara Durn from Popular Science breaks down the surprising evolution of shades in her latest article.
And finally, summer safety isn’t ...
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June 28, 2025 • 30 mins
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 glass ceilings have been being shattered for generations, by groundbreaking women. ...
The saying is ‘It’s a Man’s World’ - but glass ceilings have been being shattered for generations, by groundbreaking women. ...
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June 28, 2025 • 30 mins
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 glass ceilings have been being shattered for generations, by groundbreaking women. ...
The saying is ‘It’s a Man’s World’ - but glass ceilings have been being shattered for generations, by groundbreaking women. ...
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June 27, 2025 • 30 mins
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 glass ceilings have been being shattered for generations, by groundbreaking women. ...
The saying is ‘It’s a Man’s World’ - but glass ceilings have been being shattered for generations, by groundbreaking women. ...
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June 27, 2025 • 30 mins
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 glass ceilings have been being shattered for generations, by groundbreaking women. ...
The saying is ‘It’s a Man’s World’ - but glass ceilings have been being shattered for generations, by groundbreaking women. ...
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June 19, 2025 • 30 mins
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 days are entering puberty earlier than they ever have. Why is it happening, what prob...
Kids these days are entering puberty earlier than they ever have. Why is it happening, what prob...
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June 12, 2025 • 30 mins
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…Father’s deal with as many mental health issues as women do, some you might be surpris...
AND, Men…Father’s deal with as many mental health issues as women do, some you might be surpris...
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June 5, 2025 • 30 mins
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. Munoz discussed it with Dr. Sung Poblete, CEO of Food Allergy Research and Educat...
AND, roughly 10% of Americans have some sort of ‘life threatening’ food allergy. Millions of others live with other food allergies. Munoz discussed it with Dr. Sung Poblete, CEO of Food Allergy Research and Educat...
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May 29, 2025 • 30 mins
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 dont happen without research. I spoke with Dr. Doris Molina-Henry is an Assistant Pr...
AND, some of the greatest in medical breakthroughs these days are being made in Alzheimer's Disease....but, those breakthroughs dont happen without research. I spoke with Dr. Doris Molina-Henry is an Assistant Pr...
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May 22, 2025 • 30 mins
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 Prevention Month....., but do you even know what it is or whether it is preventable? ...
Lt. Gen. David Fridovich, a 37-year U.S. Army Veteran, joins Manny Munoz to discuss Memorial Day.
AND, May is Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month....., but do you even know what it is or whether it is preventable? ...
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May 15, 2025 • 30 mins
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 importantly, how to prevent it?
Dr. Clyde Yancy, Chief of Cardiology in the Department of M...
AND, 1 in 3 US Adults has Hypertension……High Blood pressure…….do you know what causes it? How to treat it? More importantly, how to prevent it?
Dr. Clyde Yancy, Chief of Cardiology in the Department of M...
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