Charles Billingsley

A look at the Black Friday Weekend economic report with Alison Myer of BLOCK, also Eden Greenstein, Prime Savings Expert at Amazon Prime offers a money saving program for gasoline, PLUS, Julia Bartak of Edward Jones discusses saving for education. 

World Missionary Evangelism is a powerful and far-reaching non-profit ministry that works to saves lives and souls in places as far away as Sri Lanka, Malawi, Ukraine, the Philippines to right here in the United States.  They and their partners and supporters sponsor children with food, schools and homes, provide disaster relief, provide assistance in farm projects and vocational training and wells and water projects.  And most importantly, in their work, they bring the message and hope of the Gospel and Jesus Christ to the lives of everyone they touch. You can hear World Missionary Evangelism on the radio, every weekday at 1115am on our sister station, AM780, WAVA-AM and also streaming live online at WAVAAM.com.  You’ll hear about the work they’re doing and reflections on the gospel from the president of World Missionary Evangelism, Pastor Daniel Moore.   To talk with us about is amazing ministry on this episode of The Life Changing Weekend, I’m joined by the President of World Missionary Evangelism, Pastor Daniel Moore.

A recent AARP survey finds Americans over 50 are leveraging more technology, both in their home and while on the go. Nearly two-thirds say technology enriches their lives by making daily life and aging easier, and they’re increasingly using digital services to manage their finances, social lives and health and wellness.  To talk about this and maybe put some minds at ease, we’re joined on this episode of The Life Changing Weekend by Tom Kamber, Executive Director of Older Adults Technology Services (OATS) from AARP. Plus, the latest jobs report shows a weakening labor market.  And as Artificial Intelligence reshapes the workplace, millions of U.S. jobs could be at risk. A new report by Society of Human Resources Management - SHRM, pronounced ‘sherm’ - reveals today’s U.S. labor market lacks the skills to work with AI.  To talk with us about this, we’re joined by Alex Alonso, Chief Data & Analytics Officer at SHRM.  

On this episode of The Life Changing Weekend, we're joined by one of the four pioneering researchers responsible for developing CAR T-cell therapy, Dr. Michel Sadelain, M.D., Ph.D. Chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy reprograms a patient’s own immune system to attack cancer and has become a recognized milestone in modern medicine. The therapy is credited with helping patients facing blood cancers, non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and acute Leukemia that were once considered incurable and is now being explored in other serious diseases. Plus, about 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. While the disease is most often diagnosed in women over the age of 50, more women under 45 are confronting breast cancer, at a time when they may be focused on their careers, relationships or family building. To talk with us about this, we’re joined by surgical oncologist Mediget Teshome, MD, MPH, FACS.

The Samaritan’s Purse project Operation Christmas Child collects and delivers shoebox gifts filled with fun toys, school supplies and personal care items. For many of these children, the gift-filled shoebox is the first gift they have ever received.  Today on The Life Changing Weekend, we’ll speak with Pastor Zac Vaketambewey, an actual recipient of an Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift and hear – FIRSTHAND – how these simple gifts can change lives! Learn more here:  www.SamaritansPurse.org/occ  

If you tell kids today, they’d never believe it.  Television stations before the 1990s and before the ubiquity of wifi and digital TVs, were truly local.  To talk about this, and his career at the heart of it, we're joined today on The Life Changing Weekend by a Washington, DC area institution, known to many as Captain 20, or Count Gore De Vol, or even BOZO!  All these characters were inhabited by our guest, Dick Dysel!  

As fall migration begins and birds travel to warmer climates, the risk of avian influenza—or bird flu—remains a concern for U.S. poultry - and to backyard chicken coops.  To talk more about this, we’re joined on this episode of The Life Changing Weekend by Dr. Chrislyn Wood Nicholson from the USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), Veterinary Services. Plus, Barbie Johnson, Tisha Winkler and Amenna Scott are The DYNAMIC THREE - a trio of young women dedicated to inspiring, empowering and transforming lives through storytelling.  Each writer brings a unique voice life experience and mission to the literary world, creating books that uplift, challenge and spark meaningful conversations.  

Menopause isn’t a diagnosis, it’s a transition experienced by 50% of the population.  With it comes many symptoms that women must address with their physicians and one effective way of treating symptoms of menopause is with hormone replacement therapy.  To talk with us about this, Dr. Suzette Sutherland returns to The Life Changing Weekend in an extended podcast cut of the show! Check out Dr. Sutherland's podcast at www.backtable.com 

In Woodbridge and Manassas, there are safe, welcoming places for moms and dads in crisis. Life First pregnancy medical centers offer a wide variety of caring, Gospel-informed, Life-affirming services and counseling to unexpectedly expecting parents.  The services are free to these new parents thanks to the support of our generous friends.  To talk with us about this incredible non-profit ministry, we're joined by the CEO of Life First, Becky Sheetz.   LifeFirstVA.org

September is Suicide Prevention Month and one church in Stafford, Virginia, is making intervention part of their ministry.  Stafford Seventh Day Adventist Church in Stafford is hosting suicide prevention workshop on September 27 and today, we’re joined by Pastor Chris Sealey of Stafford SDA to talk with us about this important subject. www.StaffordSDA.org Need help?  Call the National Suicide HelpLine at 988.  Just dial 988.

My good buddy Greg Seltz joins us on this episode of The Life Changing Weekend.  Greg joined WAVA over a year ago as a fill-in host for The Don Kroah Show when Don was out sick.  He eventually became one of three hosts when the afternoon show was renamed The Drive Home.  Now, starting September 8, Greg will become THE five-day-a-week host for The Drive Home which airs LIVE, 4-6pm on WAVA!  (You can also stream the show live on WAVA.com.)   This is the extended and uncut conversation with Greggie, the broadcast version had to be cut down a bit for programming purposes.  Here, Greg offers deeper explanations into his inspirations, motivations and experiences.  A lively, casual conversation between two friends, because really, the world needs MORE GREG!

A recent new survey from Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine shows many women are unaware of key risk factors for breast cancer. The group promotes a four-pronged approach endorsed by the American Medical Association: eat a whole food, plant-based diet, exercise regularly, limit alcohol and maintain a healthy weight, along with regular screenings and appropriate medical care. This strategy is at the heart of the Let’s Beat Breast Cancer campaign, with rallies across the country - including this month in DC and Maryland – with health care professionals and survivors sharing stories, fitness classes, healthy food and prevention tips and more. To talk with us about the survey and we’re joined by Board-Certified Breast Cancer Surgeon, Dr. Kristi Funk, MD, and to tell us about her story, breast cancer survivor Nikia Lightfoot.

If you think eating a plant-based diet means spending more, you are not alone, but a new national survey from the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine reveals that more than 60% of U.S. adults incorrectly believe a plant-based diet is more expensive than one with meat and dairy.  To discuss why plant-based meals are often more affordable than people think and how simple grocery swaps can lead to big savings, we're joined by registered dietitian Xavier Toledo, of the Physicians Committee.

America is facing numerous crises in its healthcare system: the primary care shortage, a changing nursing workforce, threats to healthcare professionals and the general public’s diminishing trust in healthcare professionals. Today on the Life Changing Weekend, we’re joined by two guests to discuss these growing challenges. But first, leading the charge to meet the primary care shortage challenge are Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (COMS).  Osteopathic doctors, or DOs, are trained to look beyond symptoms to understand how lifestyle and environmental factors impact well-being.  These doctors wants to address these issues and bring back a holistic approach to healthcare.  To offer perspectives and solutions to these issues, our first guest is Dr. Robert Cain, President and Chief Executive Officer of the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine. Major challenges face the U.S. nursing workforce, the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) has released the most comprehensive nursing workforce data available today. This new research—gathered from a national survey of 800,000 nurses—offers critical insight into how the profession is faring since the COVID-19 pandemic and what challenges remain. To talk about the survey findings, we’re joined by Brendan Martin, Research Director at the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

A cancer awareness episode on this week's Life Changing Weekend.  First up, Jody Hoyos, CEO of the Prevent Cancer Foundation, discusses the foundation’s 2025 Early Detection Survey, showing that just 51% of U.S. adults 21 years of age and older say that they have had a routine medical appointment or routine cancer screening in the last year. This is a 10-percentage point drop from the 2024 survey. Next, we're joined by 10-year-old juvenile cancer survivor Jackson Trinh discusses his cancer journey. 

On today’s episode of The Life Changing Weekend, we go to the DOGS!  Training dogs is tough, but our guest today says, “Take Chances, Make Opportunities”!  And one way to do that is to ADOPT A DOG!  To discuss this, we're joined by Chrissy Joy, a celebrity dog trainer, live performer, studio canine trainer, and educator with over two decades of animal training experience. She rescued her first dog, Beasley, in 2014 and now owns four dogs that make up The Joy Crew.

Many adults are faced with aging parents who want to stay in their beloved homes.  To talk about this and how to make it all possible, I’m joined by Rodney Harrell, Vice President, Family, Home and Community (FHC) for AARP. I’m also joined by Sue Peschin, President & CEO, Alliance for Aging Research to discuss the challenges of caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease, and a new poll that shows an overwhelming demand for relief for Alzheimer's patients and their caregivers, by improving access to innovative, FDA-approved early treatments.  

An Estimated 2.5% of the U.S. Population Has Heart Valve Disease, Yet 3 out of 4 U.S. Adults Know Little to Nothing About It. To talk more about this, The Life Changing Weekend welcomes Dr. Janet S. Wright, MD, Director of CDC’s Division for Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention. Learn more at www.cdc.gov/KnowYourHeart Also, every 34 seconds, someone dies from heart disease yet, the good news is that effective treatments exist for risk factors like diabetes, obesity, high blood pressure and high cholesterol.  To talk more about heart disease, we’re joined by Dr. Clyde Yancy, Chief of Cardiology, Northwestern Medicine Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute. Learn more at www.nm.org/heart Hear The Life Changing Weekend ON THE RADIO with host Tom Boone on 105.1FM WAVA, Saturday at 10am and Sunday at 6:30pm. Also, listen on AM570 The Answer, Sunday at 8am and 3pm. You can also listen to The Life Changing Weekend anytime by going to www.WAVA.com/podcast

Adequate protein intake is vital for everyone’s diet, both kids and adults. For children and teens, protein supports growth and development, energy and focus and overall well-being. For adults, protein can reduce hunger levels, boost metabolism, and help your body repair after injury.  To further discuss the benefits of protein in our diets, we’re joined today on the Life Changing Weekend by Registered Dietitian Amy Goodson.  Also, new study is highlighting the potential financial savings resulting from weight loss demonstrating that even small reductions in weight can lead to long-term cost savings, including lower healthcare expenses, reduced absenteeism, and better overall quality of life.  Study author Dr. Kenneth Thorpe, Ph.D, Chairman of the Partnership to Fight Chronic Disease (PFCD), joins us to discuss this study further! Hear The Life Changing Weekend ON THE RADIO with host Tom Boone on 105.1FM WAVA, Saturday at 10am and Sunday at 6:30pm. Also, listen on AM570 The Answer, Sunday at 8am and 3pm.

Overactive Bladder (OAB) is the sudden, often uncontrollable, urge to urinate, along with other symptoms.  OAB symptoms affect millions of Americans causing them to rearrange many aspects of their personal lives to accommodate the constant need for a bathroom.  On this episode of The Life Changing Weekend, we’re joined by Dr. Suzette Sutherland, of the American Urological Association, to talk with us about this syndrome. Learn more at www.AUANET.org  Hear The Life Changing Weekend ON THE RADIO with host Tom Boone on 105.1FM WAVA, Saturday at 10am and Sunday at 6:30pm. Also, listen on AM570 The Answer, Sunday at 8am and 3pm.

On this episode of The Life Changing Weekend, we’re joined by George Karavetsos, of the Partnership for Safe Medicines to discuss a recent report detailing unauthorized, illegal and suspicious ingredients in popular compounded weight loss drugs that were found to be flooding into the U.S. from foreign sources.    View the report here: https://www.safemedicines.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/PSM-White-Paper-v1-PUBLIC-VERSION.pdf Learn more at www.safemedicines.org We’re also joined by Kathleen Wilson, PhD, of American Association of Nurse Practitioners to talk about the dangers of overusing ACETAMINOPHEN, and to talk about a helpful new DOSING CALCULATOR tool. Learn more at www.knowyourdose.org Hear The Life Changing Weekend ON THE RADIO with host Tom Boone on 105.1FM WAVA, Saturday at 10am and Sunday at 6:30pm. Also, listen on AM570 The Answer, Sunday at 8am and 3pm. You can also listen to The Life Changing Weekend anytime by going to www.WAVA.com/podcast

In 2011, Michelle Darnell and her husband Brett developed a plan to open the Belle Grove Plantation as a historic site and event location.  Over the decade, the couple renovated and repaired inside and out, purchased an endless array of period furniture and décor and spent hundreds of hours researching and uncovering the lost history of Belle Grove Plantation. On this episode of The Life Changing Weekend, Michelle talks about her journey and the challenges of restoring and maintaining a centuries-old historic home.    Visit www.bellegroveplantation.org for more information. Also on this episode of The Life Changing Weekend, Lora Monfared, Head of Consumer Credit Card Products at Bank of America, talks about savvy, money-saving summer travel tips you can use year round! Learn more at www.bettermoneyhabits.com Hear The Life Changing Weekend ON THE RADIO with host Tom Boone on 105.1FM WAVA, Saturday at 10am and Sunday at 6:30pm. Also, listen on AM570 The Answer, Sunday at 8am and 3pm. You can also listen to The Life Changing Weekend anytime by going to www.WAVA.com/podcast

June is PTSD Awareness Month and Canine Companions Executive Director Debra Dougherty joins host Tom Boone on the next episode of The Life Changing Weekend to talk about their dogs and how they help those living with PTSD.   Canine Companions is the oldest and largest service dog provider in the country is now in Mathews, Virginia to help military members and others who have PTSD.     Learn more about Canine Companions by visiting www.Canine.org Also on this episode of The Life Changing Weekend, Bonnie Carroll, founder of Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS,) talks to Tom about her experience with PTSD and what TAPS does to help the families of fallen service members.  And learn about Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors by visiting www.TAPS.org Hear The Life Changing Weekend ON THE RADIO with host Tom Boone on 105.1FM WAVA, Saturday at 10am and Sunday at 6:30pm. Also, listen on AM570 The Answer, Sunday at 8am and 3pm. You can also listen to The Life Changing Weekend anytime by going to www.WAVA.com/podcast

On this episode of The Life Changing Weekend, I’m joined by Bruce Anderson, Executive Director of Shepherd’s Spring, a beautiful and historic summer camp located on the banks of the C&O Canal and just a few miles from the Antietam Battlefield.  Opening as a summer camp in 1991, Shepherd’s Spring has steadily grown including in collaboration with Heifer International to become a center for experiential learning of lessons to last a lifetime.  Parents can learn more at www.ShepherdsSpring.org Hear The Life Changing Weekend ON THE RADIO with host Tom Boone on 105.1FM WAVA, Saturday at 10am and Sunday at 6:30pm. Also, listen on AM570 The Answer, Sunday at 8am and 3pm. You can also listen to The Life Changing Weekend anytime by going to www.WAVA.com/podcast

Healthy breathing and clean air SHOULD be the norm for everyone who lives, works and raises their families in greater Washington, DC.  The local NON-PROFIT BreatheDC engages local residents and leaders to form a united front against asthma, smoking, lung cancer, COPD and air pollution.  On this episode of The Life Changing Weekend, we’re joined by the Executive Director of BreatheDC, Dr. Lori Taylor.  Plus she’ll tell us about as great summer camp for kids with asthma! Learn more about BreatheDC and their summer camp, visit www.BreatheDC.org Hear The Life Changing Weekend ON THE RADIO with host Tom Boone on 105.1FM WAVA, Saturday at 10am and Sunday at 6:30pm. Also, listen on AM570 The Answer, Sunday at 8am and 3pm. You can also listen to The Life Changing Weekend anytime by going to www.WAVA.com/podcast

On June 20th WAVA is hosting JUST DISTINCTLY, a special night for women at Kettering Baptist Church in Upper Marlboro Maryland.  It’s created to remind women of their God-given purpose and encourage ladies to live out their calling.   The Keynote presenter at the event is author, speaker and broadcaster Cheryl Martin, former reporter and producer for NBC-4 and WJLA-7 here in Washington, DC and on BET; author of two books including 1st Class Single and her latest, Distinctly YOU, and radio host of EXCELLENT LIVING heard Sundays at 530am on 105.1FM WAVA.  And she’s our guest on this episode of The Life Changing Weekend!!  Learn more about the women's event at www.WAVA.com And learn more about Cheryl at www.CherylMartin.org Hear The Life Changing Weekend ON THE RADIO with host Tom Boone on 105.1FM WAVA, Saturday at 10am and Sunday at 6:30pm. Also, listen on AM570 The Answer, Sunday at 8am and 3pm. You can also listen to The Life Changing Weekend anytime by going to www.WAVA.com/podcast  

On This episode of The Life Changing Weekend, we welcome back to the show Catherine Foundation CEO Paige Burns to discuss the foundation, the joys of motherhood and a fantastic fundraising event benefitting the foundation.   For more information, check out www.CFTeam.org Plus, we talk childhood cancer with representatives from Hyundai Hope on Wheels.  

On this episode of The Life Changing Weekend, to celebrate May the Fourth, we nerd out with members of the DC Star Wars Collecting Club!  We discuss canon, collecting and the minutia of Star Wars fans around the world.  Plus we discuss the club’s involvement with local charities and how you can help, too, and even become a member! To make a donation and get an exclusive collectible pin, go to www.DCSWCC.org To learn about Tragedy Assistance Providers for Survivors, visit www.TAPS.org Hear The Life Changing Weekend ON THE RADIO with host Tom Boone on 105.1FM WAVA, Saturday at 10am and Sunday at 6:30pm. Also, listen on AM570 The Answer, Sunday at 8am and 3pm. You can also listen to The Life Changing Weekend anytime by going to www.WAVA.com/podcast

On this episode of The Life Changing Weekend, we talk about one the most important responsibilities parents have in maintaining their children’s overall health - dental health.  It can be a hassle, but the responsibility starts on day one.  Tooth Decay is the number one chronic infectious disease among children in the US.  To talk with us about this, we’re joined by Dr. Scott Smith, President, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.  Learn more at: www.mychildrensteeth.org Plus, more than 2.7 million Americans live with epilepsy, a neurological condition that makes people more susceptible to seizures. Pediatric epilepsy affects 1% to 2% of children worldwide. To talk with us further about this, we're joined by Dr. Ingo Helbig, a pediatric neurologist at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Division of Neurology. www.chop.edu/epilepsy   Hear The Life Changing Weekend ON THE RADIO with host Tom Boone on 105.1FM WAVA, Saturday at 10am and Sunday at 6:30pm. Also, listen on AM570 The Answer, Sunday at 8am and 3pm. You can also listen to The Life Changing Weekend anytime by going to www.WAVA.com/podcast

On this episode of The Life Changing Weekend, we’re joined by journalist, author, and documentarian Karen A. Frenkel whose new book, FAMILY TREASURES LOST AND FOUND was released in March.  By scouring the Internet, investigating real world sources, and visiting cities across Europe, Frenkel uncovered the truth of her parents’ escape from Poland during World War II and solved mysteries that seemed opaque her entire life.  Learn more at https://www.karenafrenkel.com STREAM the movie during this special upcoming event:  Upcoming Events Family Treasures Lost & Found — One Woman’s Search for Answers - Sousa Mendes Foundation Sousa Mendes Foundation

On this episode of The Life Changing Weekend, we celebrate the 75th birthday and 32-year (and 5 month) career of WAVA morning host, the great Rich Lee!  Join us as we discuss Rich’s childhood, early careers, first forays into the radio business and his loving wife, Sharon.  PLUS, exclusive to the podcast, this episode includes the full, unedited interview with additional content not heard on the radio! Hear The Life Changing Weekend ON THE RADIO with host Tom Boone on 105.1FM WAVA, Saturday at 10am and Sunday at 6:30pm. Also, listen on AM570 The Answer, Sunday at 8am and 3pm.

Here's a bonus clip that didn't make the final cut in this week's episode of The Life Changing Weekend.  Tony Stephens of the National Foundation for the Blind discusses the development process of a very special Barbie.

On this episode of The Life Changing Weekend, we are joined by Tony Stephens, of the  American Foundation for the Blind, a nationwide non-profit organization based here in the DC area - directly associated with the legacy of Helen Keller -  that prioritizes and enhances the experience of low vision people and the blind in the areas of Education for children, employment for adults and aging for our elderly.  Hear The Life Changing Weekend with host Tom Boone on 105.1FM WAVA, Saturday at 10am and 10:30pm. On Sunday, listen on AM570 The Answer at 8am and 3pm. You can also listen to The Life Changing Weekend anytime by going to www.WAVA.com/podcast

On this episode of The Life Changing Weekend, we’re joined by child psychologist and author Patricia Bardina,Ph.D.  She’ll discuss how the digital age has removed opportunities for children to learn important social skills and how can parents assist their little ones in naturally developing social skills and getting along with others.  Hear The Life Changing Weekend with host Tom Boone on 105.1FM WAVA, Saturday at 10am and 10:30pm. Also on Saturday, listen on AM780 WAVA-AM at 7:30am. On Sunday, listen on AM570 The Answer at 8am and 3pm. You can also listen to The Life Changing Weekend anytime by going to www.WAVA.com/podcast

The Health and Human Services (HHS) has released new client level data on the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program that includes great news - “90% of Ryan White HIV/AIDS program clients have reached viral suppression”.  HIV/AIDS expert Captain Mahyar Mofidi of the HHSjoins us to discuss the latest achievements in the fight against the disease, and what still needs to be done.  Next, seriously ill patients often juggle many doctor visits, complicated medication schedules, and care instructions. And multiple hospital and ER visits can affect patients financially.  For the caregivers to these patients, managing this phase of life can be complicated and confusing.  To talk more about this emotionally overwhelming time, we are joined by Dr. William Logan, National Medical Director for Carelon Health Palliative Care. 

On this episode of The Life Changing Weekend, we are joined by two guests to talk about Overactive Bladder.  OAB is the sudden, often uncontrollable, urge to urinate, along with other symptoms.  To talk about this, we're joined by actress Holly Robinson Peete who shares her personal story about the condition.  We're also joined by Dr. Suzette Sutherland of the Urology Care Foundation of the American Urological Association, based in Linthicum, MD. Learn more about overactive bladder at www.AUANET.organd alsowww.TimeToGo.org  Learn more about Holly's foundation at HollyRod Foundation - Supporting Those Living With Autism & Parkinson's

On today's episode of The Life Changing Weekend, I'm joined by three guests, MAT Recovery founder Ed LaTourneau, Marketing Director Tom Welch and Dr. John Dombrowski, MD. Recovering from drug and alcohol addiction is difficult and often heartbreaking for the victim and their families.  MAT Recovery is a revolutionary new direction in drug and alcohol addiction treatment.  They've made it easier to manage recovery than it is to manage the misery of addiction—whether it's alcohol, opioids, methamphetamine, and more.  MAT Recovery is the pathway to a journey to lasting healing. Best Addiction Treatment in Washington | MAT Recovery Centers Also, www.SafeProject.us for more information about the pledge program that MAT Recovery is participating in.

On February 24, 2022, Ukraine was invaded a second time in the 21st century by Vladmir Putin and the Russian army.  During the second invasion, many American military veterans became involved and rushed to the aid of Ukrainians.  One of these brave Americans, Col. Monte Dunard, joins us today on The Life Changing Weekend. Learn more at www.Medicalmissionaries.org  Medical Missionaries 501(c)(3) has earned GuideStar’s 2023 Platinum Seal of Transparency.   Also visit: https://donorbox.org/2025travelingcolonels501c (NOTE - This interview was conducted before the developments in the war and the actions to stop the war by the Trump administration.) Hear The Life Changing Weekend with host Tom Boone on 105.1FM WAVA, Saturday at 10am and 10:30pm. Also on Saturday, listen on AM780 WAVA-AM at 7:30am. On Sunday, listen on AM570 The Answer at 8am and 3pm. You can also listen to The Life Changing Weekend anytime by going to www.WAVA.com/podcast

Here's one more story from Col. Dunard about his experiences in Ukraine that we couldn't fit into the full episode. Thanks for listening!  

On February 24, 2022, Ukraine was invaded a second time in the 21st century by Vladmir Putin and the Russian army.  During the second invasion, US Military veterans became involved and rushed to the aid of Ukrainians.  One of these brave Americans, Tony McCarty of CORD550, joins me on this episode of The Life Changing Weekend.  

Here's a bonus clip featuring our friend, Gabrielle Tibbs, Executive Director of The Streetlight, talking about how she became involved in this vital non-profit.

Thanks to my guests this week - first up, Dr. David Anderson!  For 15 years, Dr. Anderson has graced the afternoon airwaves on WAVA, with his unique blend of theology, common sense and GRACISM.  You can hear Dr. David Anderson from 3-4pm here on 105.1FM WAVA, also streaming LIVE at WAVA.com, and on our podcast site, WAVA.com/podcast.  And you can also visit his website, www.AndersonSpeaks.com for even more. Next, we welcome back to the show Gabrielle Tibbs, Executive Director of The Streetlight, to talk with us about The Coldest Night of the Year, a national charity walk on February 22, with proceeds benefitting local charities, in this case The Streetlight.  The Streetlight is a non-profit organization serving the homeless in Woodbridge, Virginia since 2004.  Learn more about how to support or join the mission of The Streetlight by visiting www.TheStreetlight.org  You can participate and register by going to www.cnoy.com/woodbridge with registration starting at 4pm and the walk starting at 5pm.  

Experts say cybercrime actors will become even more sophisticated next year, using deepfakes to steal identities, commit fraud and bypass security requirements. Sandra Joyce of Google Threat Intelligence says there’s good news and AI can also help catch these criminals and keep you safe.  Read the report here: https://cloud.google.com/security/resources/cybersecurity-forecast Plus, Mark Steber of Jackson Hewitt Tax Services urges listeners to file their taxes early, especially as tax fraud and identity theft become more problematic the longer you wait. Filing early can also get a refund to you sooner. And with the average refund size expected to still be thousands of dollars, there’s no reason to wait! Hear The Life Changing Weekend with host Tom Boone on 105.1FM WAVA, Saturday at 10am and 10:30pm. Also on Saturday, listen on AM780 WAVA-AM at 7:30am. On Sunday, listen on AM570 The Answer at 8am and 3pm.

My guest in this segment is an old friend from back in my days with the Metropolitan Police Department.  After retiring, Bart Dykes and his three kids and lovely wife, Ana, moved to Tennessee.  He now lives his Christian faith as a chaplain for the Knoxville Police Department and volunteering for Samaritan’s Purse after the devastation of Hurricane Helene.  Hear The Life Changing Weekend ON THE RADIO with host Tom Boone on 105.1FM WAVA, Saturday at 10am and 10:30pm. On Sunday, listen on AM570 The Answer at 8am and 3pm.

In this episode, I discuss CLINICAL TRIALS with Robert A. Winn, MD, Director of Virginia Commonwealth University’s Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center.  Clinical Trials in the U.S. predominantly involve white participants, leaving treatment guidelines less effective for diverse populations.  Improving the recruitment of diverse patients in clinical trials helps ensure trials, and the subsequent data that informs standard guidelines, are more reflective of the real-world population and aligned with the epidemiology of the disease studied. Hear The Life Changing Weekend with host Tom Boone on 105.1FM WAVA, Saturday at 10am and 10:30pm. On Sunday, listen on AM570 The Answer at 8am and 3pm.