Each week Ryan Gorman discusses important national topics with experts, newsmakers, and organizations working to make a positive difference in communities across the country.

Pew Research Center & Project Dynamo

National MS Society

Ryan Gorman hosts an iHeartRadio nationwide special featuring Robin Nunley, spokesperson for the National MS Society. Robin Nunley joins the show for MS Awareness Week to discuss multiple sclerosis, resources available for those diagnosed with the disease, research underway to find a cure, and their annual Walk MS event.

CDC's Tips From Former Smokers Campaign & No More

Ryan Gorman hosts an iHeartRadio nationwide special featuring Dr. Kristy Marynak, Health Science Advisor in the CDC Office of Smoking & Health, and Angie P, a former smoker featured in the CDC’s Tips From Former Smokers campaign. Dr. Marynak and Angie P. discuss the dangers of smoking, issues specifically related to menthol cigarettes, and tips for quitting. Pamela Zaballa, CEO of No More, also joins the show. Pamela Zaballa joins the show to discuss her organization’s work helping those dealing with domestic violence and sexual assault.

Mission Roll Call & The NAACP

Ryan Gorman hosts an iHeartRadio nationwide special featuring Jim Whaley, CEO of Mission Roll Call. Jim Whaley joins the show to discuss Mission Roll Call’s recent polling among veterans on the issues they’re most concerned about, along with the battle against veteran homelessness and food insecurity. Plus, Trovon Williams, SVP of Marketing & Communications for the NAACP, checks in for Black History Month to discuss the NAACP’s work in organizing voter turnout ahead of the November elections and other initiatives underway for 2024.

National Cancer Prevention Month With the Sarah Cannon Research Institute

Ryan Gorman hosts an iHeartRadio nationwide special featuring Dr. David Spigel, Chief Scientific Officer at the Sarah Cannon Research Institute. Dr. Spigel joins the show for National Cancer Prevention Month to discuss how to be proactive about your health regarding cancer, the importance of screenings, understanding risk factors, and advancements in treatment and cancer research.

American Heart Month With Women's Heart

Ryan Gorman hosts an iHeartRadio nationwide special featuring Celina Gorre, Chief Executive Officer at Women Heart. Celina Gorre joins the show for American Heart Month to discuss the issue of heart disease among women, along with the work Women Heart does supporting the millions of American women living with or those at risk of heart disease.

Tax Season Tips & American Red Cross Blood Donation Shortage

Ryan Gorman hosts an iHeartRadio nationwide special featuring Mark Steber, Chief Tax Information Officer for Jackson Hewitt. Mark Steber joins the show for the start of tax season, providing numerous tips on filing 2023 tax returns and information on significant tax changes. Also, Jonathan McNamara, Regional Communications Director for the American Red Cross, checks in to recap National Blood Donor Month and discuss the shortage of blood donations nationwide and how the American Red Cross is working to address the shortage.

Zero Prostate Cancer & National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund

Ryan Gorman hosts an iHeartRadio nationwide special featuring Robert Ginyard, Former Chairman of the Board of Directors for Zero Prostate Cancer. Robert Ginyard shares his personal experience battling prostate cancer and discusses Zero Prostate Cancer’s mission to bring awareness, advocacy, and resources to the fight against prostate cancer. Also, Bill Alexander, CEO of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, checks in. Bill Alexander discusses a new report on law enforcement line-of-duty deaths for 2023, along with the NLEOMF’s work recognizing those who died while serving and providing resources and training to agencies nationwide.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Special

Ryan Gorman hosts an iHeartRadio nationwide special featuring Martin Luther King III and Arndrea Water King, Chairman & President of the Drum Major Institute. Martin Luther King III and Arndrea Waters King join the show ahead of Martin Luther King Jr. Day to discuss Dr. King’s life and legacy, the impact it continues to have, and their efforts to continue the mission he started through the Drum Major Institute.

Health Tips for the New Year & Human Trafficking Prevention Month

Ryan Gorman hosts an iHeartRadio nationwide special featuring Dr. Trisha Pasricha, ‘Ask A Doctor’ Columnist for The Washington Post. Dr. Pasricha joins the show with health tips for the new year, including a to-do checklist for those of every age and the importance of sleep, hydration, and diet. Also, Natasha Nascimento, Founder & Executive Director of Redefining Refuge, checks in. Natasha Nascimento checks in for Human Trafficking Prevention Month to explain the scope of the issue across the country and ways to spot and help victims of human trafficking.