Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/lets-just-talk Kathryn Raaker hosts this nationally syndicated magazine format radio program on AM/FM, Internet streaming, and on her free iTunes App. The show features topics for today’s audience. Whether it is a guest talking about the newest technology, politics, health, or other topics, it is all about informing her listeners. Kathryn has been in broadcasting for almost 30 years and is featured on the Wilkins Radio Networks, Fairfax Radio Network, W4Cy & W4Vet Networks, and WVRF_AM out of Pittsburgh, and WCVG 1320AM “The Voice” in Cincinnati. So Tune Into Let’s Just Talk! Radio to be informed and entertained! © 2025 Kathryn Raaker f18a366a-6cdd-574d-8bcd-f7e051fb0970 no en Fri, 09 Feb 2024 12:01:37 -0800 Tue, 02 Dec 2025 16:18:10 -0800 https://letsjusttalkradio.com/ https://img.transistor.fm/Ps4w7zq0mSB-0MQCBFekv1WfQ4blzDCtdvzRMPcsrvU/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzMxNDg0LzE2NTQy/NzcyMjYtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.jpg https://letsjusttalkradio.com/ episodic Kathryn Raaker Kathryn Raaker hosts this nationally syndicated magazine format radio program on AM/FM, Internet streaming, and on her free iTunes App. The show features topics for today’s audience. Whether it is a guest talking about the newest technology, politics, health, or other topics, it is all about informing her listeners. Kathryn has been in broadcasting for almost 30 years and is featured on the Wilkins Radio Networks, Fairfax Radio Network, W4Cy & W4Vet Networks, and WVRF_AM out of Pittsburgh, and WCVG 1320AM “The Voice” in Cincinnati. So Tune Into Let’s Just Talk! Radio to be informed and entertained! Kathryn Raaker hosts this nationally syndicated magazine format radio program on AM/FM, Internet streaming, and on her free iTunes App. society, news, conservative Kathryn Raaker No No 21 21 January 17, 2024 full a803396c-0122-42b6-9b99-9e16368c9c39 https://share.transistor.fm/s/766b3693 Wed, 17 Jan 2024 12:00:00 -0800 Kathryn Raaker Kathryn Raaker 1760 society, news, conservative No 20 20 January 3, 2024 full 62d2f93e-9379-47c3-9bd0-8a17f45bba88 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e429449b Wed, 03 Jan 2024 12:00:00 -0800 Kathryn Raaker Kathryn Raaker 1631 society, news, conservative No 19 19 December 27, 2023 full 7a78e0de-505c-43e9-b1da-32af147b7ee1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9215715d Wed, 27 Dec 2023 12:00:00 -0800 Kathryn Raaker Kathryn Raaker 1626 society, news, conservative No 18 18 New Year full f5cbe488-8e7b-468f-ab50-c066a573d354 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9a621891 Sat, 31 Dec 2022 12:36:43 -0800 Kathryn Raaker Kathryn Raaker 1744 New Year, New Episode New Year, New Episode society, news, conservative No 17 17 Nov 9, 2022 full d1fec190-47b6-47f1-a97c-aee533bbb1f1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3f3657b2 Thu, 10 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0800 Kathryn Raaker Kathryn Raaker 1767 society, news, conservative No 16 16 October 26, 2022 full 6dc4e254-1e9b-4579-914f-2683cd8ea91e https://share.transistor.fm/s/60377580 Wed, 26 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0700 Kathryn Raaker Kathryn Raaker 1769 society, news, conservative No 15 15 October 12, 2022 full bfcfba4b-f77a-43f0-8764-44295add483a https://share.transistor.fm/s/2ca14d23 Tue, 25 Oct 2022 07:08:45 -0700 Kathryn Raaker Kathryn Raaker 1744 society, news, conservative No 14 14 October 5, 2022 full 3d83b8d5-11bf-4fe0-9738-096155cc591a https://share.transistor.fm/s/cf5eaf2e Tue, 25 Oct 2022 07:08:01 -0700 Kathryn Raaker Kathryn Raaker 1769 society, news, conservative No 13 13 August 31, 2022 full 930937f8-0b6e-44b9-b174-4dd7c699c093 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0c97e67d Sat, 03 Sep 2022 08:16:08 -0700 Kathryn Raaker Kathryn Raaker 1800 society, news, conservative No 12 12 August 24,2022 full e65d7e8c-b1e5-4a8f-8343-5a95309dac18 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7c707455 Wed, 24 Aug 2022 05:00:00 -0700 Kathryn Raaker Kathryn Raaker 1768 society, news, conservative No 11 11 August 18, 2022 full 23b1aee7-112c-432d-8cfe-86b01d75eaf8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e5ba9aaa Thu, 18 Aug 2022 10:58:46 -0700 Kathryn Raaker Kathryn Raaker 1797 society, news, conservative No 10 10 August 8, 2022 full fd783dae-4978-4e5b-b3ff-95907770f353 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3ccb0ce3 Tue, 09 Aug 2022 05:00:00 -0700 Kathryn Raaker Kathryn Raaker 1786 society, news, conservative No 9 9 July 27, 2022 full bc59eb31-7923-42ed-81a0-591a5b52ad71 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c1bf8613 Tue, 02 Aug 2022 07:28:05 -0700 Kathryn Raaker Kathryn Raaker 1799 society, news, conservative No 8 8 July 27, 2022 full eebe6776-6cde-4996-80da-df629e589b10 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0cb46110 Wed, 27 Jul 2022 05:00:00 -0700 Kathryn Raaker Kathryn Raaker 1799 society, news, conservative No 7 7 July 20, 2022 full 411357bf-0d67-4a5b-b0e1-d08bc8a25d6e https://share.transistor.fm/s/cc1b1c05 Tue, 19 Jul 2022 13:58:28 -0700 Kathryn Raaker Kathryn Raaker 1796 society, news, conservative No 6 6 Car Safety, Weather Preparation, Sport Protection full 409cd017-1547-4423-b4eb-b1859f2776d3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0fcdc450 Fri, 15 Jul 2022 09:32:59 -0700 Kathryn Raaker Kathryn Raaker 1795 Our first guest today is Russell Shepherd, Tire Safety Engineer and Technical Communications Director for Michelin. He will share important information about taking those Summer Road trips. Russell Shepherd has more than 20 years of experience with Michelin North America, Inc, the leading mobility company. He is working with tires, around tires, and beyond tires to enable Motion for Life. Bringing its expertise to new markets, Michelin is investing in high-technology materials, 3D printing, and hydrogen to serve a wide variety of industries — from aerospace to biotech. Shepherd has a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Florida A&M University and a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Tech. For more information go to michelinman.com/michelin-brand-campaign Diana ScudderOur second guest today is Diana Scudder Verizon VP for Global Operations. Did you know that Wildfire season is raging and hurricane season officially began on June 1, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts this will become the seventh consecutive “above normal” hurricane season? Communication is key during a storm, and we have Verizon’s Communication Expert with us to explain what is being done to improve mobile service and guarantee quality communications during storms. Diana will share valuable insights and information that consumers need to know to stay safe and connected during severe weather. Learn what is being done in times of need to make sure network support is ready and those first responders are able to connect when it matters most. Diana has over 20 years of experience in the wireless telecommunications industry in engineering, operations, program management, and budget management. Taylor Ryan, Founder and CEO of Unstoppable Protective Gear. Joining Taylor is her mother Shannon Ryan who serves as CFO of Unstoppable Protective Gear. The topic today is The Unstoppable Protective Gear’s recent launch of Unstoppable Protective Cups™ The first-of-its-kind set of innovative athletic breast cups designed to guard against injury while playing contact sports like soccer, lacrosse, and basketball. That Taylor Founded along with her mother. Taylor Ryan is a teenage high school lacrosse player she saw the inequity of contact sport protective equipment for herself first hand on the field. Taylor chose to not only solve the problem for herself but to fill the gap in the market by offering breast protective gear for all women and girls. She’s a true entrepreneur, Taylor took her idea to production and launch. The game-changing Unstoppable Protective Cups prevent tissue injury while playing contact sports. The innovative cups are removable, breathable, and compatible with any sports bra. Shannon Ryan who serves as CFO of Unstoppable Protective Gear For over two decades, Shannon Ryan, A certified financial advisor has helped clients including individuals, families, and businesses address their financial concerns and develop sound strategies by focusing on each individual’s specific needs. She was honored to be named as one of Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors 2022. For more information go to unstoppable-gear.com. Our first guest today is Russell Shepherd, Tire Safety Engineer and Technical Communications Director for Michelin. He will share important information about taking those Summer Road trips. Russell Shepherd has more than 20 years of experience with Michel society, news, conservative No 5 5 Athletics, Wildfire Season, Goodwill, Mycrossfire full c1168aa0-56bc-4a72-8b9d-8f148b12d217 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7271f8ea Wed, 06 Jul 2022 11:33:24 -0700 Kathryn Raaker Kathryn Raaker 1799 y first guest is M.K. Lever, a former Division 1 athlete and Ph.D. candidate at UT Austin. She combines her personal experiences as a college athlete and the weight of her academic research in areas concerning NCAA rhetoric, discourse, and policy to create her stunning and emotionally driven literary debut. “Surviving the Second Tier,” depicts a new day in college athletics in which the old multi-sport model has collapsed and the bare bones, but extremely profitable Amateur Fighting Association has risen in its place. “Sicily “Sis” Jones is the only undefeated college athlete in the Amateur Fighting Association (AFA), but her spotless record is running her life. She’s living on pennies and nursing a debilitating injury. Her teammates have their share of struggles, too. Striker fights to support his struggling family. Rip has a secret. Cal harbors a grudge. Topping it off is their cut-throat coach who pushes them beyond their limits for the sake of his own career. It’s a new order in the world of college athletics. After a financial crisis, the AFA had to salvage its profits. Fighting became the only sport, a brilliant and violent solution to the economic collapse. But at what cost to the athletes? Our second guest today is Diana Scudder Verizon VP for Global Operations. Did you know that Wildfire season is raging and hurricane season officially began on June 1, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts this will become the seventh consecutive “above normal” hurricane season? Communication is key during a storm, and we have Verizon’s Communication Expert with us to explain what is being done to improve mobile service and guarantee quality communications during storms. Diana will share valuable insights and information that consumers need to know to stay safe and connected during severe weather. Learn what is being done in times of need to make sure network support is ready and those first responders are able to connect when it matters most. Diana has over 20 years of experience in the wireless telecommunications industry in engineering, operations, program management, and budget management. Aaron Taylor is the author of Do You Love Me? Experiencing and Extending Tremendous Love Is Taylor’s first book. It was released in January from Renown Publishing in both hardcover [ISBN 978-1- 952602702, $19.99], and softcover [ISBN: 978-1- 952602665, $14.99.] In his just-released book, “Do You Love Me?” Taylor delves deep into the meaning and importance of agape, and Jesus’ response. “We understand that agape is to love as God loves. The true agape is found in Jesus and how He loved. He is truly the definition of love. If God is love, then Jesus is the epitome or maDo You Love Me by Aaron Taylornifestation of that love,” Taylor writes. “Ágape describes a love that is beyond any dictionary definition,” Taylor says. “Its true meaning can only be understood by seeing it in action – the Jesus kind of action.” Are we able to love him back with agape? On our own, Taylor says, no. It seems too big for us to achieve, and Taylor and other commentators feel Peter was responding honestly to Jesus that on his own, he could offer phileo, brotherly love, but not truly agape. “Jesus has told us exactly how to love with agape. His responses to Peter were ‘feed my lambs…tend my sheep…feed my sheep.’Peter was called to show agape to the people around him, and in this way, show agape to God,” Taylor says. He reminds us that Matthew 25: 37-40 puts it all together when Jesus says, “in as much as you did it to one of the least of these my brethren, you did it to me.” But in order to love others with agape, Taylor says, we must accept this love from God. He calls it the Love Triangle. “Loving others is the fruit of a heart that has been transformed by God’s agape love. When you experience God’s love for you, it will naturally spill over to others. Receive agape from His endless supply and then turn and share with others.” “We can find a place of contentment when we receive this love God has given us by His Spirit. We can be empowered to give it to others when we are walking in the refreshing supply of God’s love,” Taylor explains. He says he found this discovery about receiving and giving agape love transformational in his own life and the life of the church he pastors, Crossfire World Outreach Church, in Springfield and Eugene, Oregon. Taylor’s church takes seriously the command to agape love their community, actively seeking out and embracing the broken and hurting, offering acceptance in their church fellowship, and making it a priority to offer practical ministries such as feeding and clothing those who need it. “I hope that when you finish this study,” Taylor writes, “you will walk away with a heart. For more information about Taylor’s ministry at Crossfire World Outreach Church, to order books, or to request him to speak, visit mycrossfire.com. Steven Preston is the president and CEO of Goo... y first guest is M.K. Lever, a former Division 1 athlete and Ph.D. candidate at UT Austin. She combines her personal experiences as a college athlete and the weight of her academic research in areas concerning NCAA rhetoric, discourse, and policy to creat society, news, conservative No 4 4 Gas price increasing trend and financial forecast for the US. full a4b04792-520b-4a93-a6c1-da093251ffe5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/24d18776 Mon, 27 Jun 2022 14:00:23 -0700 Kathryn Raaker Kathryn Raaker 1743 Our guest today is Brett Winterble. He will discuss a new report about gasoline prices and why they are sky-high. He will also discuss inflation and why gas prices might worsen. Inflation has been on the rise throughout 2022, reaching its highest peak in a 40-year period. And one of the most crucial areas that have been hit the hardest is the price of gasoline. But it’s likely to get even worse, with gas expected to reach as high as $6 a gallon over the course of the summer. The American Automobile Association (AAA) noted that “combined with volatile crude prices, (gasoline) will likely continue to keep upward pressure on pump prices.” Brett Winterble spent nearly a decade with Rush Limbaugh as a Producer, and then he began his own show in 2008. Brett currently hosts The Brett Winterble Show, heard Monday through Friday from 3-6 pm on News Talk 1110 &99.3 WBT in Charlotte, North Carolina. Prior, Brett was heard on Sirius XM, plus 980 KFWB in Los Angeles and 760 KFMB in San Diego. A lover of Current Events, Sports, Entertainment, and stories that really matter to the local audience, Brett has high energy and boundless curiosity. He is a graduate of Emerson College and American Military University with degrees in Political Communication and Homeland Security/Intelligence Studies. For more information go to Facebook, @BrettWinterbleShow Our guest today is Brett Winterble. He will discuss a new report about gasoline prices and why they are sky-high. He will also discuss inflation and why gas prices might worsen. Inflation has been on the rise throughout 2022, reaching its highest peak in society, news, conservative No 3 3 Behavioral Health, First-Aid Kits, Dog Bites full fa100dee-27fa-414e-86a9-b3308ebc5154 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8826571d Wed, 22 Jun 2022 05:00:00 -0700 Kathryn Raaker Kathryn Raaker 1799 Our first guest today is Aditi Mallick, MD; Chief Medical Officer, Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services (CMCS), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)she discusses the importance of behavioral health services and how CMS is helping eligible children and teens up to age 19 to obtain health coverage through Medicaid and CHIP. CMS wants to remind parents that Medicaid and CHIP help support children by providing access to essential behavioral health services, including mental health services, both in-person and virtually. As the PHE continues and children grapple with ongoing changes in their lives, it’s more important than ever to make sure children have access to – and use –behavioral health services offered through Medicaid and CHIP. These programs also provide access to routine and emergency care, eye exams, dental visits, prescriptions, and more. To get more information, call 1-877-KIDS-NOW (1-877-543-7669) or visit the “Find Coverage for Your Family” section on InsureKidsNow.gov Our second guest is “Mom blogger” and parenting expert Joyce Brewer of Mommy Talk Show she will discuss why she is teaming up with Band-Aid® Brand for an informative interview about building a personalized first aid kit. She’ll also share information about a special promotion in which BAND-AID® Brand is bringing families a personalized, stylish build-your-own-first-aid-kit experience exclusively at Target and Target.com. Those who partake can fill a kit with their favorite, trusted Johnson & Johnson first aid products to clean, treat and protect minor wounds, so they are ready for any adventure. Buy three qualifying products to receive a FREE designed first aid bag with purchase. Ms. Brewer is the creator of MommyTalkShow.com an online parenting talk show. She is a mom and professional storyteller working on multiple media platforms. Brewer is a “mom blogger”, video blogger, digital media manager, freelance writer, and author of ‘What You Know: A Business Idea Guide for Moms. She has appeared on ABC’s The View and been interviewed by Oprah. Joyce launched MommyTalkShow.com in 2010 to answer moms’ questions. Our third guest is Leeann Theriault, USPS Manager of Employee Safety & Health Awareness. She will discuss USPS National Dog Bite Awareness Week, June 5-11, 2022. Ms. Theriault will give tips on preventing dog bites and offer help to educate the public on the dos and don’ts of responsible dog ownership so letter carriers can safely approach their residence or business. As the U.S. Postal Service’s Manager of Employee Safety & Health Awareness, Leeann Theriault is responsible for communicating and evaluating public health service efforts to improve employee awareness of safety and health programs on a variety of important safety topics nationwide, such as the National Dog Bite campaign. Partnering with communication and wellness functions to ensure clear employee messaging to maximize communication channels to promote a strong occupational safety and health culture throughout the organization. Our first guest today is Aditi Mallick, MD; Chief Medical Officer, Center for Medicaid and CHIP Services (CMCS), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)she discusses the importance of behavioral health services and how CMS is helping eligible c society, news, conservative No 2 2 Bob Denver, Autism and the Denver Foundation full 02897334-8e7e-4642-bca0-6a9aec839559 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8888423b Mon, 13 Jun 2022 10:18:32 -0700 Kathryn Raaker Kathryn Raaker 1799 Our guest today is Actress, writer, radio station owner, and personality Dreama Denver. Dreama shares her new Memoir, “Gilligan’s Dreams”, which recounts her almost 30-year marriage to Bob Denver. She recently received the prestigious Ella Dickey Literacy Award, given to authors who’ve preserved history through their written work. Her memoir is her love letter to Bob and her gift to Bob’s fans. In detailing Denver’s Hollywood years, their journey through autism with their son, and Bob’s courage during the Gilligan's Dreams last 6 months of his life, Dreama allows Bob’s fans a personal glimpse of the man behind the iconic television characters he created. a new book of how she met her husband of almost 30 years, television icon Bob Denver (Gilligan of Gilligan’s Island, Maynard G. Krebs of Dobie Gillis), when she was cast as his love interest in the Woody Allen play, “Play It Again, Sam”. After marrying the popular television personality, Dreama continued her acting career, appearing in a Gilligan’s Island reunion movie with Bob, co-starring with him in a TV pilot titled “Scamps” and touring the U.S. and Canada successfully and happily with her husband for over a decade. The birth of Denver’s son Colin, diagnosed with severe autism, changed everything for Bob and Dreama, who retired from show business and moved back to West Virginia to devote the next two decades to Colin’s full-time care. During this time, the pair also founded The Denver Foundation, which honors their son and is dedicated to assisting special needs children and their families. “The Denver Foundation and Little Buddy Radio, a nonprofit radio station owned and operated by the Foundation, were Bob’s last and most important legacies,” Dreama says, “and making these two entities as successful as possible became my mission after Bob passed away. His desire to give back to West Virginia was huge. He loved this area, considered himself an adopted West Virginian, and was a tireless ambassador for the state. Regardless of how important and far-reaching his television legacy was, and is, his love for our son and his desire to help other families like ours trumped even that.” Since Bob’s death in 2005, Dreama has discovered new passions and new directions in which to take the foundation. Founding Always Free Honor Flight, WV’s first Honor Flight program, honoring WV veterans with free trips to Washington, DC to visit the memorials built to honor their service is especially close to Dreama’s heart, as is the Denver Foundation’s Always Free Walk of Honor, installed and dedicated as a poignant addition to the War Memorial and Museum in Princeton. Leading the effort to have John Denver’s “Take Me Home Country Roads” adopted, successfully and unanimously, as an official WV state song ranks as one of the proudest days of her life, rivaled only by being chosen as one of West Virginia’s Wonder Women by WV Living magazine. The American Legion Riley-Vest Post #9 honored Dreama with their Outstanding Citizen Award in 2014 and in January 2015, the Princeton Mercer County Chamber of Commerce chose her as Citizen of the Year. In March of the same year, Dreama was honored once again with the Sons of the American Revolution’s Outstanding Female Citizen of the Year. “Bob would be proud,” Dreama says. “The life I had known for close to thirty years changed dramatically when Bob passed away, but I came to understand that honoring his memory meant living a full and happy life, carrying on the work we started with a heart as big as his.” For more information visit bobdenver.com/ Our guest today is Actress, writer, radio station owner, and personality Dreama Denver. Dreama shares her new Memoir, “Gilligan’s Dreams”, which recounts her almost 30-year marriage to Bob Denver. She recently received the prestigious Ella Dickey Literacy autism, bob denver, giligans giligan's island, not for profit, non-profit, charity, children with autism No 1 1 Health Topics: Breast Health and Stroke Awareness full b0a8b3a3-21d0-4271-a6ba-316e35ac177c https://share.transistor.fm/s/d28f5c2d Fri, 03 Jun 2022 10:36:11 -0700 Kathryn Raaker Kathryn Raaker 1799 In this episode Kathryn speaks with Dr. Pamela Habib; Head of US Medical Affairs, Bayer Radiology. Joining Dr. Habib is Dr. David Schacht; Breast Radiologist at Northwestern’s Lynne Sage Breast Center at Prentice Women’s Hospital will shine a light on what women need to know about dense breasts, how breast density is detected and a recent survey and its impact on breast cancer risk and future breast screenings. Our second guest is Zachary Bohart, MD, is a specialist in physical medicine and rehabilitation who focuses on orthopedic electrodiagnostics and comprehensive Spasticity management. Today he will discuss Post-Stroke Spasticity as May is Stroke Awareness Month. He will tells us how to recognize symptoms and understanding the treatment options. In this episode Kathryn speaks with Dr. Pamela Habib; Head of US Medical Affairs, Bayer Radiology. Joining Dr. Habib is Dr. David Schacht; Breast Radiologist at Northwestern’s Lynne Sage Breast Center at Prentice Women’s Hospital will shine a light on wha breast cancer, breast health, stroke, stroke rehab No