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Mary Hines Droesch - Americans Embrace More Thoughtful Spending Habits
This holiday season, a new reality is taking shape as Americans embrace more thoughtful spending habits. Doug spoke with Bank Of America financial expert, Mary Hines Droesch, who offered her top tips! www.BankOfAmerica.com
Rory O’Neill - Tips and Gift Fatigue
It seems like everybody is expecting a tip these days – and fewer of your friends and family are expecting “gifts” this Christmas. NBC News Radio National Correspondent Rory O’Neill joined Doug to take a look at who IS getting tips, and why some people say they have gift fatigue.
Darcy Moulin - ITC Midwest’s Food Bank Contributions
Doug spoke with ITC Midwest’s Darcy Moulin about their company’s $100,000 contribution to regional food banks across their territory. This included a $20,000 contribution to HACAP. www.ITCMidwest.com
Nate Whited - What’s Cookin’ Wednesday
It’s What’s Cookin’ Wednesday, and Doug spoke with Nate Whited from The Brick Kitchen in downtown Independence, who told Doug this Saturday is Small Business Saturday – The Sequel! Of course, last weekend was snowed out, so they have some really good specials for you. Find out more at www.TheBrickKitchenStore.com or on their social media!
Brian Connell - Medicare Cancer Treatment Savings
A policy with broad support in Congress could save Medicare patients over $1,200 annually on cancer treatments – but it still faces some opposition in Congress due to heavy lobbying by hospitals. Doug spoke with Brian Connell, Vice President, Federal Affairs, Blood Cancer United (formerly The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society) about what’s called “site neutral payments” could do to reduce costs. www.Blood
Steve Radke - Childhood Cancer Scholarship Program
Every day, more than 1,000 families worldwide face the unimaginable: a childhood cancer diagnosis. Through its Childhood Cancer Scholarship Program (CCSP), Northwestern Mutual is helping ease that burden. Doug spoke with Foundation President Steve Radke about how to apply. WWW.northwesternmutualfoundation.com/scholarships
Rory O’Neill - Trumps Plan for Money for Newborns
President Trump’s plan to provide money to newborns has just received a big boost. NBC News Radio National Correspondent Rory O’Neill joined Doug to explain how to apply and who can apply.
Dr. Ernie Goss - Creighton University Economics
Doug spoke with Creighton University Economics professor, Dr. Ernie Goss, about Iowa’s uptick amidst the Midwest economy. www.Creighton.edu
Dr. Sheehan Fisher, PhD - Paternal Postpartum Depression
Postpartum depression is commonly associated with new moms, but it can affect new dads too. Doug spoke with Dr. Sheehan Fisher, PhD, a psychologist with Northwestern Medicine, will discuss his research on paternal postpartum depression and offer guidance on recognizing symptoms and seeking help. https://www.nm.org/conditions-and-care-areas/behavioral-health