And Guest Information

Tuesday May 15th: 
(8:40am) Mid-East Expert Ben Orbach talks about his new book “Live from Jordan”.  You can find out more at www.benjaminorbach.com
This interview is available on WATD’s Audio Central

Wednesday May 16th: 
(6:40am) Famed attorney Vincent Bugliosi talks about his new book “Reclaiming History:  The Assassination of President John F. Kennedy”.  You can find out more at www.reclaiminghistory.com
This interview is available on WATD’s Audio Central.

Thursday May 17th:
(7:10am) Joanne Gernstein London talks about her new book “Fly Now” The Poster Collection of the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum.
This interview is available on WATD’s Audio Central.

(8:10am) Lizzie Post, great-great granddaughter of Emily Post talks about her new book: “How Do You Work This Life Thing?”  You can find out more at www.emilypost.com

Monday May 21st:
(7:10am) Ken Gloss talks about appraising books and his appearances on the PBS series “Antiques Roadshow”.  You can find about more at www.brattlebookshop.com

Tuesday May 22nd:
(7:10am) Dr. Richard Beliveau talks about his book “Foods to Fight Cancer:  Essential Foods to Fight Cancer”.

(8:40am) Author William Martin joins Rob to discuss his newest book “The Lost Constitution.” You can find out more at www.williammartinbooks.com
This interview is available on WATD’s Audio Central.

Wednesday May 23rd:
(8:10am) Rob talks with Bob Patrick, Director of the Library of Congress’ Veterans History Project about an upcoming special on PBS called “The War”.

(8:40am) Author Michael Evans joins Rob to talk about his new book “The Final Move Beyond Iraq: The Final Solution While the World Sleeps”.  You can find out more at www.thefinalmovebeyondiraq.com

Thursday May 24th:
(6:40am) Larry Bond and F-Stop Fitzgerald talk about their new Smithsonian book called “The Might Fallen: Our Nation’s Greatest War Memorials”.

(8:10am) Martin Yate author of “Knock ‘Em Dead” joins Rob to talk about finding jobs after graduation.

Wednesday May 30th:
(8:40am) Join Rob as he talks with Erin O’Brien about her new “Complete Pregnancy Fitness” DVD set.  O’Brien is a fitness expert and the wife of James Denton from Desperate Housewives.  O’Brien will talk about ways to get your husband or partner involved in your pregnancy and how to get back into shape. 

Thursday May 31st:
(6:40am) Rob talks summer recipes with Dr. Arthur Agatston, creator of the South Beach Diet.  His new book is called “The South Beach Diet Taste of Summer Cookbook”.  Visit www.southbeachdiet.com

(7:10am) E! Film expert Ben Lyons will join Rob to talk about summer blockbusters; specifically “The Bourne Ultimatum” due to be released in August.  Visit www.eonline.com

(8:40am) Rob takes you back to science class when he talks with Jeremy Bernstein author of Plutonium: A History of the World's Most Dangerous Element.

Upcoming Guests:

Monday June 4th:
(8:10am) Rob will talk golf this morning with Lorne Rubenstein and Jeff Neuman.  Their book is called “A Disorderly Compendium of Golf:  Wisdom, Folly, Rules, Truths, Trivia, and More.”

Tuesday June 5th:
(8:40am) Dr. Roni DeLuz and James Hester will join Rob to talk about their book: “21 Pounds in 21 Days:  The Martha’s Vineyard Diet Detox.”  Visit www.mvdietdetox.com for more information.

Wednesday June 6th:
(8:40am) The Science-based plan to lose weight and keep it off:  “The Eatingwell Diet”.
7 Steps to a new, trimmer you!  It’s a new cookbook and Rob will talk Dr. Jean Harvey-Berino, Professor and Chair of the Department of Nutrition and Food Sciences at the University of Vermont.  For more information, visit www.eatingwell.com

Thursday June 7th:
(8:10am) Lisa Lockwood joins Rob to talk about her book “Undercover Angel”.  Lockwood went from Beauty Queen to SWAT Team.  It’s a true story and Lockwood with share it with us.

Monday June 11th:
(7:10am) Planning for that summer party?  Listen as Rob talks with Marc Silverstein, co-host of the Food Networks: “The Best of” series.  Marc will talk about some trendy, unique, and creative recipe ideas that won’t weight your summer party down.  For more information, visit www.foodnetwork.com

Tuesday June 12th:
(7:10am) Help Me Hank!  Rob talks with legendary Boston TV Journalist Hank Phillippi Ryan about her new book “Prime Time”.  www.hankphillippiryan.com

(8:40am) Are the ‘60’s making a comeback?  Rob will talk about this question with former Harvard Professor Jeffrey Kripal author of “Esalen:  America and the Religion of no Religion”.

Thursday June 14th:
(8:10am) Fathers deserve better on Father’s Day!  Communications expert Laurie Puhn will join Rob to discuss Father’s Day and how today’s dads deserve more.  Visit www.lauriepuhn.com

(8:40am) Rob talks with authors Thomas Cathcart and Daniel Klein about their new book “Plato and A Platypus Walk Into a Bar”.  It’s a quick witted and extremely irreverent crash course in philosophy.

Tuesday June 19th:
(8:40am) Rob talks with the editors of Betty Crocker about their new cookbook:
”Betty Crocker Cookbook for Women”.  You can find about more at www.bettycrocker.com

Wednesday June 20th:
(8:10am) Rob chats with Hart Seely author of “Mrs. Goose Goes to Washington: Nursery Rhymes for the Political Barnyard”.

Friday June 22nd:
(8:40am) Rob talks with neurosurgeon Dr. Katrina Firlik about her new book: “Another Day in the Frontal Lobe”.  Visit www.katrinafirlik.com

Monday June 25th:
(7:10am) Rob talks with Martha’s Vineyard author Catherine Walthers about her new cookbook “Raising the Salad Bar”.
Wednesday June 27th:
(8:10am) Rob talks about traveling with children with author Stormy Friday.  Ms. Friday talks about her new book “Signal’s Airport Adventure”.  For more information, visit www.tailsfromfridayharbor.com

Thursday June 28th:
(6:40am) TV personality Marc Gellman shares the wit and wisdom behind the parental sayings that drive kids nuts.  Gellman’s new book is called “Someday You’ll Thank Me For This!”

(8:10am) Rob will be chatting with Jeanne Murphy author of “981 Essential Baby Tips”.  You can find out more at www.sourcebooks.com

Monday July 2nd:
(8:55am)  Do you want to win an argument with Ann Coulter or Michael Moore?  Well listen as Dan Kurtzman joins Rob to talk about his books: “How to Win a Fight with a Conservative” and “How to Win a Fight with a Liberal”.

Tuesday July 3rd:
(7:10am) Author Jerry Wilde joins Rob to talk about his book: “Hot Stuff to Help Kids Cheer Up.”  For more information, visit www.angerchillout.com

Friday July 6th:
(8:10am) 60 years ago, this July, the recovery of materials near Roswell, New Mexico put that city on the map.  The Roswell incident has since become the subject of intense speculation.  Join Rob has he talks to Thomas Carey and Donald Schmitt authors of “Witness to Roswell”.

Monday July 9th:
(7:10am) Pet Food Recall
(8:10am) Coffee

Friday August 3rd, 2007
(8:10am) What was it like to know “The King”?  Well, Jeanne LeMay Dumas joins Rob to talk about her experience as a secretary for Elvis Presley.  Ms. Dumas will talk about her book, “Elvis, Linda, & Me”.

Monday August 6th through Friday August 10th, 2007
Rob Hakala will be on vacation.  Rich Mahanor will be hosting the Monday and Tuesday programs.  Dave Skill will be hosting the Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday programs.

Monday October 1st, 2007
(8:10am) This morning marks the start of “The WATD Quincy Report”.  It’s a segment geared to what’s going on in Quincy.  Joining Rob will be Dean Rizzo from Quincy 2000.  Find out more at www.quincy2000.org

Tuesday October 2nd, 2007
(7:10am) Rob chats with Chris Harrison host of ABC’s reality TV dating series “The Bachelor”.  For more information, visit www.abc.go.com/primetime/bachelor/index

Thursday October 4th, 2007
(7:10am) Rob talks birding this morning with Pulitizer Prize finalist and nature expert Scott Weidensaul.  Scott’s new book is called “Of A Feather: A Brief History of American Birding”.  For more information, visit www.scottweidensaul.com

(8:10am) This morning marks the start of “The WATD Mayor’s Minute”.  It’s a segment with Weymouth Mayor David Madden.  Rob and the Mayor will be talking about what’s new in Weymouth.

Friday October 5th, 2007
(8:10am) Rob talks with celebrated novelist Haven Kimmel.  Kimmel is the author of the #1 New York Times bestselling memoir “A Girl Named Zippy”.  Kimmel’s new book is called “The Used World”.  If you’d like to meet Haven Kimmel; she will be appearing at Porter Square Books in Cambridge on Friday October 5th at 7pm.  For more information, visit www.havenkimmel.com

Monday October 8th, 2007
(8:10am) Check out the “WATD Quincy Report”.  It’s a segment geared to what’s going on in Quincy.  Joining Rob will be Dean Rizzo from Quincy 2000.  Find out more at www.quincy2000.org

(8:40am) What’s ahead in 2008?  Find out when Rob chats with Rick Levine co-author of the new book: “Your Astrology Guide 2008: Discover Your Future with the World’s Most Accurate Astrology Team”.  Visit www.tarot.com for more information.

Tuesday October 9th, 2007
(8:40am) No place speaks to our soul as eloquently as New England in the fall.  Join Rob as he chats with Ferenc Mate author of “A New England Autumn”.  It’s a practical tour-planning guide with hand-drawn maps that outlines several ideal autumn excursions and treks.

Wednesday October 10th, 2007
(7:10am) Scott Francis joins Rob to discuss his new book: “Monster Spotter’s Guide to North America”.  It’s a fun and quirky guide to over 100 monsters said to have inhabited North America.

(8:10am) Rob talks with David Aguilar about his new National Geographic book: “Planets, Stars, and Galaxies:  A Visual Encyclopedia of Our Universe”.  Aguilar is the director of science information at the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics and the former director of the Fiske Planetarium and Science Center at the University of Colorado.  Find out more at www.smithsonianjourneys.org/study_leaders/davidaguilar/

Thursday October 11th, 2007
(8:10am) It’s the WATD “Mayor’s Minute”.  Join Rob has he chats with Quincy Mayor William Phelan.

(8:40am) It’s the book that every dog could have used as a puppy, that evokes an era B.D. – before domestication – and celebrates the simpler pleasures of being canine:  “The Dangerous Book for Dogs by Rex and Sparky”.  It’s an illustrated parody for – and by – dogs, with some help from their human counterparts.

Friday October 12th, 2007
(8:40am) Rob talks with William Hammond about his new book: “A Matter of Honor”.  It’s the first volume in a series of maritime novels set in the early colonial years of the United States. 

Monday October 15th, 2007
(7:10am) Award-winning investigative TV reporter Hank Phillipi Ryan joins Rob to talk about her new book “Face Time”.  It’s a fictional tale of revenge, romance, and ratings!
For more information, visit www.hankphillippiryan.com

(8:10am) Check out the “WATD Quincy Report”.  It’s a segment geared to what’s going on in Quincy.  Joining Rob will be Dean Rizzo from Quincy 2000.  Find out more at www.quincy2000.org

(8:40am) Where do dogs come from, what we know about them, and what they think about us.  Those are just some of the topics Rob will discuss with Jake Page; author of the new book:  “Dogs: A Natural History”. 
 
Wednesday October 17th, 2007
(7:10am) Every newspaper screams headlines about how politicians need to find “common ground” on election issues, on Iraq, on national security, on party politics.  Well, you’ll love the new book “Common Ground” by Cal Thomas and Bob Beckel.  Rob will touch on some of these issues when he chats with syndicated political columnist Cal Thomas and political pundit Bob Beckel.  Find out more at www.calthomas.com

Thursday October 18th, 2007
(6:40am) Rob talks with best selling author Whitley Strieber about his new sci-fi novel, “2012: The War for Souls”.  Find out more at www.unknowncountry.com

(8:10am) It’s the “WATD Weymouth Report”.  This week joining Rob is Weymouth Mayor David Madden.

Friday October 19th, 2007
(8:40am) Elizabeth Economy, a renowned expert on China, joins Rob to talk about a new National Geographic book called:  “Inside China”.  Visit www.nationalgeographic.com to find out more.

Monday October 29th, 2007
(8:10am) Check out the “WATD Quincy Report”.  It’s a segment geared to what’s going on in Quincy.  Joining Rob will be Dean Rizzo from Quincy 2000.  Find out more at www.quincy2000.org

(8:40am) Join Rob as he discusses all things wine with Jancis Robinson; co-author of “The World Atlas of Wine”.  Find out more at www.jancisrobinson.com

Tuesday October 30th, 2007
(7:10am) What makes the next President tick?  Find out as Rob talks with Mark Halpern, editor-at-large at Time Magazine and political analyst for ABC News about Mark’s new book “The Undecided Voter’s Guide to the Next President”.

(8:40am) Do you believe in Ghosts?  Listen as Rob talks with Mary Ann Winkowski author of “When Ghosts Speak:  Understanding the World of Earthbound Spirits”.  Mary Ann Winkowski is a consultant to the hit CBS TV show “Ghost Whisperer” and a renowned paranormal investigator. Find out more at www.maryannghostbuster.com

Wednesday October 31st, 2007
Halloween!  Listen for our special Halloween edition of the broadcast.

Thursday November 1st, 2007
(6:40am) Join Rob as he chats with Kimberlee Auerbach, author of “The Devil, The Lovers, & Me:  My Life in Tarot”.  It’s an irresistible memoir for anyone who's ever wondered what's coming next.  Find out more at www.kimmiland.com

(8:10am) It’s the “WATD Weymouth and Braintree Report”.  Today, it’s the Mayor of Weymouth:  Honorable Mayor David Madden.

(8:40am) Did Jimmy Carter’s failure to support the Shah of Iran lead to the 1979 revolution?  Author Philip Pilevsky says the answer is yes.  Join Rob as he talks with Philip Pilevsky about his new book:  “I Accuse:  Jimmy Carter and the Rise of Militant Islam”.

Monday November 5th, 2007
(7:10am) Stephen Hawking is the world’s top physicist and the author of “A Brief History of Time”.  He has now worked on a new book with his daughter Lucy Hawking that explains the universe for children.  The book is called: “George’s Secret Key to the Universe”.  Join Rob as he chats with Lucy about the new book.  You can find out more at www.georgessecretkey.com

(8:10am) Check out the “WATD Quincy Report”.  It’s a segment geared to what’s going on in Quincy.  Joining Rob will be Dean Rizzo from Quincy 2000.  Find out more at www.quincy2000.org

Tuesday November 6th, 2007
(7:10am) Rob talks with Naomi Klein author of “The Shock Doctrine:  The Rise of Disaster Capitalism”.  “The Shock Doctrine” explodes the popular belief that free markets go hand in hand with democracy. You can find out more at www.naomiklein.org

Wednesday November 7th, 2007
(7:10am) Rob talks with author Thomas Fleming about his new book: “The Perils of Peace: America’s Struggle for Survival After Yorktown”.  Find out more at www.thomasflemingwriter.com

(8:40) What makes the next President tick?  Find out as Rob talks with Mark Halpern, editor-at-large at Time Magazine and political analyst for ABC News about Mark’s new book “The Undecided Voter’s Guide to the Next President”.

Thursday November 8th, 2007
(6:40am) Chef Michael Schulson challenges you to raid your pantry!  Chef Schulson is host of the Style Network’s “Pantry Raid” and has some pre-holiday advice for home cooks.  You can find out more at www.stylenetwork.com

(8:10am) It’s the “WATD Weymouth and Braintree Report.  This week Bill Bottigi from the Braintree Electric and Light Department joins Rob to discuss power issues in Braintree.

Friday November 9th, 2007
(8:10am) NASA celebrates 50 years of space exploration with the release of a new book called: “America in Space:  NASA’s First 50 Years”.  Rob talks about the book with former astronaut Eileen Collins.

Monday November 12th, 2007
(7:10am) Today, the day after Veteran’s Day, Rob will be talking with U.S. Army Captain Jack Jacobs about the book: “Medal of Honor:  Portraits of Valor Beyond the Call of Duty”.

(8:10am) Check out the “WATD Quincy Report”.  It’s a segment geared to what’s going on in Quincy.  Joining Rob will be Dean Rizzo from Quincy 2000.  Find out more at www.quincy2000.org

Tuesday November 13th, 2007
(8:40am) Rob and Dave Skill will go back to the 60’s.  Join Rob and Dave as they chat with author Laban Carrick Hill about his new book “America Dreaming:  How Youth Changed America in the 60’s”.  Find out more at www.labanhill.com

Wednesday November 14th, 2007
(8:10am) Today is World Diabetes Day and Laura Plunkett will join Rob to talk about diabetes care.  You can find out more at www.challengeofdiabetes.com

(8:40am) Jacob Weisberg, the editor of Slate Magazine joins Rob to talk about the latest George W. Bushisms book.  It’s called:  “The Ultimate George W. Bushisms:  Bush at War”.  Find out more at www.slate.com

Thursday November 15th, 2007
(6:40am) Live from the L.A. Auto Show, it’s automotive expert Doug Brauner to give us a sneak peek at never-before-seen cars and concept designs.  Visit www.thecarczar.com to find out more.

(8:10am) It’s the “WATD Weymouth and Braintree Report.  This week, we’ll be chatting with the current mayor of Weymouth:  Mayor David Madden.

Friday November 16th, 2007
(8:10am) Join Rob as he chats with Food Network Star Sandra Lee about her new memoir: “Made from Scratch”.  Visit www.semihomemade.com to find out more.

(8:40am)  Rob talks with veteran extreme weather photographer Jim Reed about his new book: “Storm Chaser: A Photographer’s Journey”.  Find out more about severe and unusual weather at www.jimreedphoto.com

Monday November 19th, 2007
(8:10am) Check out the “WATD Quincy Report”.  It’s a segment geared to what’s going on in Quincy.  Joining Rob will be Dean Rizzo from Quincy 2000.  Find out more at www.quincy2000.org

(8:40am) Jamie Geller author of “Quick & Kosher: Recipes from the Bridge Who Knew Nothing” will join Rob to talk about her new cookbook.  Find out more at www.quickandkosher.com

Wednesday November 21st, 2007
(8:10am) Middleboro author Edward Lodi talks about his new book: “Ghosts from King Phillip’s War”.

Thursday November 22nd, 2007
Happy Thanksgiving!  Wake up with us as we’ll bring you news, weather, and traffic right up to High School Thanksgiving Football.  We might just hear from “Grampa Hakala”!

 (8:10am) It’s the “WATD Weymouth and Braintree Report.

Monday November 26th, 2007
(8:10am) Check out the “WATD Quincy Report”.  It’s a segment geared to what’s going on in Quincy.  Joining Rob will be Dean Rizzo from Quincy 2000.  Find out more at www.quincy2000.org

(8:40am) Jonathan Alderfer joins Rob to talk about his new birding book.  It’s called “National Geographic’s Birding Essentials”.  You can find out more at www.nationalgeographic.com

Wednesday November 28th, 2007
(8:4am) Rob talks with Wendy Northcutt author of “The Darwin Awards 4: Intelligent Design”.  Wendy has found more stories of people who have mercifully removed themselves from the gene pool.  Find out more at www.darwinawards.com

Thursday November 29th, 2007
(7:10am)  Rob talks with Julee Rosso, one of the authors of “The Silver Palate Cookbook”.  It’s the 25th anniversary of the cookbook and Julee with be joining Rob to talk about food and entertaining.  Find out more at www.juleerosso.com

 (8:10am) It’s the “WATD Weymouth and Braintree Report.

Friday November 30th, 2007
(8:10am)  Kim Hamer and Karen Tenore will join Rob to talk about the Hobomock P-T-O’s Hobomock Holiday Extravaganza!  It’s a day filled with family fun.  The event takes place Saturday December 1st from 9am to 2pm at the Hobomock Gym on Learning Lane in Pembroke.

Monday December 3rd, 2007
(8:10am) Check out the “WATD Quincy Report”.  It’s a segment geared to what’s going on in Quincy.  Joining Rob will be Dean Rizzo from Quincy 2000.  Find out more at www.quincy2000.org

(8:40am) Every American town has that house that outdoes itself at Christmas.  Join Rob as he chats with Bruce Littlefield author of “Merry Christmas, America! Megawatt Displays Across the USA”.  Find out more at www.megawattchristmas.com

Tuesday December 4th, 2007
(7:10am) Who was the greatest Boston athlete ever: Russell, Bird or Brady?  Join Rob has he talks with veteran Boston Herald sportswriter Steve Buckley talks about his new book: “Best Boston Sports Arguments”

(8:40am) The folks at “Mental Floss Magazine” have come up with yet another exciting book:  ”Mental Floss presents In the Beginning: From Big Hair to the Big Bang, mental_floss presents a Mouthwatering Guide to the Origins of Everything”.  If you’re looking for answers to life’s more meaningful questions – like when did the hot dog come into existence, then this is the book for you.  Mental Floss Editor Will Pearson joins Rob to talk about the book.  Find out more at www.mentalfloss.com

Wednesday December 5th, 2007
(8:10am) Gordon Pape joins Rob to talk about his book “Quizmas Carols”.  It’s a book of trivia that’s fun for the whole family.

(8:40am) Is Democracy always the answer?  Join Rob as he chats with author Thomas Henriksen about his new book: “American Power after the Berlin Wall”.  Henriksen is a Senior Fellow at Stanford University’s Hoover Institution.

Thursday December 6th, 2007
(7:10am) Steven Karidoyanes, Conductor of the Plymouth Philharmonic joins Rob to talk about the upcoming Holiday Pops Concert.  You can find out more at www.plymouthphil.org

Friday December 7th, 2007
(8:10am) Author Suzy Becker joins Rob to talk about her book: “All I Need to Know I Learned From My Cat” (And Then Some).

(8:40am) Rob talks with Best selling Author Dean Koontz  about his latest book: “The Darkest Evening of the Year”.  Find out more at www.deankoontz.com

Monday December 10th, 2007
(8:10am) Check out the “WATD Quincy Report”.  It’s a segment geared to what’s going on in Quincy.  Joining Rob will be Dean Rizzo from Quincy 2000.  Find out more at www.quincy2000.org

(8:40am) If you love wine, then you’ll love this book; it’s called “A Vineyard in Tuscany: a wine lover’s dream”.  Join Rob as he chats with the author, Ferenc Mate.  Find out more at www.ferencmate.com

Tuesday December 11th, 2007
(7:10am) Rob and Dave will talk more Sports today with Guy Robinson, author of “Do You Know Baseball?” and “Do You Know Football?”.

(8:40am) The folks at “Mental Floss Magazine” have come up with yet another exciting book:  ”Mental Floss presents In the Beginning: From Big Hair to the Big Bang, mental_floss presents a Mouthwatering Guide to the Origins of Everything”.  If you’re looking for answers to life’s more meaningful questions – like when did the hot dog come into existence, then this is the book for you.  Mental Floss Editor Will Pearson joins Rob to talk about the book.  Find out more at www.mentalfloss.com

Wednesday December 12th, 2007
(8:10am) Nationally acclaimed feline expert Pam Johnson-Bennett joins Rob to talk about what makes a cat tick, scratch, and purr.  Johnson-Bennett is the author of “Starting from Scratch:  How to Correct Your Adult Cat”.  Find out more at www.catbehaviorassociates.com

Thursday December 13th, 2007
(7:10am) Author Marc Songini talks about his new book: “The Lost Fleet: A Yankee Whaler’s Struggle Against the Confederate Navy and Arctic Disaster”.  Visit www.msongini.com

Monday December 17th, 2007
(8:10am) Check out the “WATD Quincy Report”.  It’s a segment geared to what’s going on in Quincy.  Joining Rob will be Dean Rizzo from Quincy 2000.  Find out more at www.quincy2000.org

(8:40am) December 26th marks the first year of the passing of the nation’s 38th President, President Gerald Ford.  There’s a new book out that reveals President Gerald Ford’s final views in his own works.  Publisher and journalist Tim Miller will join us to talk about the new book: “A Presidential Legacy and The Warren Commission”.

Tuesday December 18th, 2007
(7:10am) Author Marc Songini talks about his new book: “The Lost Fleet: A Yankee Whaler’s Struggle Against the Confederate Navy and Arctic Disaster”.  Visit www.msongini.com

(8:10am) David Snell joins us from American Computer Technologies for our weekly ACT Smart chat.  This week, David will be talking about you can track Santa using your computer.  Find out more at www.goamerican.com

(8:40am) Phillip Fortnam author of the new book “Walking Greenbush” joins Rob and Dave.  You can find out more at www.walkinggreenbush.com

Wednesday December 19th, 2007
(8:40am) The folks at “Mental Floss Magazine” have come up with yet another exciting book:”Mental Floss presents In the Beginning: From Big Hair to the Big Bang, mental_floss presents a Mouthwatering Guide to the Origins of Everything”.  If you’re looking for answers to life’s more meaningful questions – like when did the hot dog come into existence, then this is the book for you.  Mental Floss Editor Will Pearson joins Rob to talk about the book.  Find out more at www.mentalfloss.com

Thursday December 20th, 2007
(6:40am) Jenny Levin author of “Harper's Bazaar--Great Style: The Best Ways to Update Your Look” will join Rob to talk about everything you need for a complete wardrobe.  Find out more at www.harpersbazaar.com

(8:40am) Buying a home, raising children, caring for aging parents, paying for college tuition, saving for retirement and having enough left over to have some fun.  That’s a lot to think about.  Listen as Rob talks with Financial Planner Jonathan Pond, author of “Grow Your Money:  101 Easy Tips to Plan, Save, and Invest”.  Find out more at www.jonathanpond.com

Monday December 24th, 2007
(8:10am) Check out the “WATD Quincy Report”.  It’s a segment geared to what’s going on in Quincy.  Joining Rob will be Dean Rizzo from Quincy 2000.  Find out more at www.quincy2000.org

Tuesday December 25th, 2007
Merry Christmas!  Rob Hakala & the Morning Team are off today.  Enjoy the sounds of the season today with Christmas Music and High School Holiday Concerts.

Wednesday December 26th, 2007
(8:40am) Did you know the end of the year is a good time to buy a car?
Local author Tom Gosselin joins us to talk about his new book: “Practical Negotiating: Tools, Tactics & Techniques”.  You can find out more at www.tomgosselin.com

Thursday December 27th, 2007
(6:40am) Rob talks with author Stan Gallon about his new political thriller “Darkest Days”.  You can find out more at www.stanleygallon.com

(8:40am) Communications expert Laurie Puhn joins Rob to talk about divorce.  Ms. Puhn will focus on how you can prevent divorce in 2008.  You can find out more at www.lauriepuhn.com

Friday December 28th, 2007
(8:10am) Celebrity Chef Jon Ashton joins Rob to discuss all the ingredients you need for a great and easy New Year’s Eve party.  Find out more at www.jonashton.com

Monday January 7th, 2008
(7:10am) Rob talks gadgets this morning with Jessica Corbin live from the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.  It’s the biggest technology convention in the world.  Find out more at www.cesweb.org

(8:10am) Check out the “WATD Quincy Report”.  It’s a segment geared to what’s going on in Quincy.  Joining Rob will be Dean Rizzo from Quincy 2000.  Find out more at www.quincy2000.org

Tuesday January 8th, 2008
(8:40am) Rob talks money with “America’s Money Answers Man” Jordan Goodman about his new book:  “Fast Profits in Hard Times: 10 Secret Strategies to Make You Rich in and Up or Down Economy”.  Find out more at www.moneyanswers.com

Wednesday January 9th, 2008
(8:40am) Rob chats with author and attorney Laura Caldwell about her new book “The Good Liar”.  You can find out more at www.lauracaldwell.com

Thursday January 10th, 2008
 (7:10am) Ever wonder how the Jacuzzi got its name? Or the Frisbee?  How about the Guppy? Well, all these things were named after people, and Rob gets some answers when he chats with author Philip Dodd about his new book “The Reverend Guppy’s Aquarium”.

Monday January 14th, 2008
(7:10am) Joining Rob is Ryan Nearhoff from the cast of “Almost Heaven: The Songs of John Denver”.  The show is a musical tribute is a walking testament to the life and music of John Denver.  You can find out more at www.companytheater.com

(8:10am) Check out the “WATD Quincy Report”.  It’s a segment geared to what’s going on in Quincy.  Joining Rob will be Dean Rizzo from Quincy 2000.  Find out more at www.quincy2000.org

Tuesday January 15th, 2008
(6:40am) Rob talks with former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright about her new book “Memo to the President Elect:  How We Can Restore America’s Reputation and Leadership”. 

(7:10am) Kim Lyons from NBC’s hit show “The Biggest Loser” joins Rob to talk about her new book: “Your Body, Your Life:  The 12-Week Program to Optimum Physical, Mental & Emotional Fitness.  Find out more at www.kimlyons.com

Wednesday January 16th, 2008
(8:10am) Rob talks with Debbie Lillard author of “Absolutely Organized:  A Mom’s Guide to a No-Stress Schedule and Clutter-Free Home”.  Find out more at www.spacetospare.com

(8:40am) American Sign Language is the third most-used language in the United States and it’s not only being used by the deaf community.  Parents everywhere are learning that they can use sign language to communicate with baby.  Join Rob as he chats with author Nancy Cadjan about her new book: “Baby Signing 1-2-3”.  Find out more at www.signbabies.com

Thursday January 17th, 2008
(8:40am) Rob talks with local author Seth Shulman about his new book:  “The Telephone Gambit: Chasing Alexander Graham Bell’s Secret”.  Find out more at www.sethshulman.com

Friday January 18th, 2008
(8:10am) Joining Rob Hakala and Dave Skill this morning is local author David Kales
talk about his new book: “The Boston Harbor Islands: A History of an Urban Wilderness”.

(8:40am) Rob talks money with “America’s Money Answers Man” Jordan Goodman about his new book:  “Fast Profits in Hard Times: 10 Secret Strategies to Make You Rich in and Up or Down Economy”.  Find out more at www.moneyanswers.com

Monday January 21st, 2008
(8:10am) Check out the “WATD Quincy Report”.  It’s a segment geared to what’s going on in Quincy.  Joining Rob will be Dean Rizzo from Quincy 2000.  Find out more at www.quincy2000.org

Tuesday January 22nd, 2008
(8:40am) Now that Harry Potter is over; what will your kids read?  Join Rob as he talks with author Matthew Peterson about his new book: “Paraworld Zero: Parallel Worlds”.  You can find out more at: www.paraworlds.com

Wednesday January 23rd, 2008
(7:10am) Why does Popcorn Pop?  How come soda fizzes?  Why are bugs attracted to light?  Well, Kathy Wollard has found the answers.  Rob talks with Kathy about her new book: “How Come? In the Neighborhood”.  You can find out more at:
www.how-come.net
 
Thursday January 24th, 2008
(6:40am) Rob talks with Deborah Kanafani about her new book: “Unveiled: How an American Woman Found Her Way Through Politics, Love, and Obedience in the Middle East”.  Kanafani’s ex-husband was Yasser Arafat’s chief advisor and now she wants to tell her story of what it’s like to live in the Middle East. 

(8:10am) The WATD Weymouth & Braintree Report.

(8:40am) Rob talks with author and former Republican party operative Stephen Marks about his new book: “Confessions of a Political Hitman”.

Friday January 25th, 2008
(8:40am) Rob talks money with “America’s Money Answers Man” Jordan Goodman about his new book:  “Fast Profits in Hard Times: 10 Secret Strategies to Make You Rich in and Up or Down Economy”.  Find out more at www.moneyanswers.com

Monday January 28th, 2008
(8:10am) Check out the “WATD Quincy Report”.  It’s a segment geared to what’s going on in Quincy.  Joining Rob will be Dean Rizzo from Quincy 2000.  Find out more at www.quincy2000.org

(8:40am) Parenting expert and mother of three, Robin McClure, joins Rob to talk about her book: “The Playskool Guide to Baby Play”. 

Tuesday January 29th, 2008
(8:40am) Janet Evanovich fans don’t have to wait until the summer anymore to find out what her popular heroine Stephanie Plum is up to.  Listen as bestselling author Janet Evanovich joins Rob to talk about her new book: “Plum Lucky”.  It’s available now!
Find out more at www.evanovich.com

Wednesday January 30th, 2008
(7:10am) Ed Hurley will join Rob to talk about this year’s Boston Wine Expo.  Find out more at www.wineexpoboston.com

(8:40am) Have you ever wondered if taste buds age?  Why aromas trigger emotions?  Why some people shrink and some don’t?  Well listen this morning as Rob talks with author Lynette Padwa about her new book: “Quick, Answer Me Before I Forget the Question”.  Find out more at www.lynettepadwa.com

Thursday January 31st, 2008
(6:40am) Relationship expert Dennie Hughes joins Rob to talk about the latest ways people are finding romance in 2008.  You can find out more at www.denniehughes.com or www.classmates.com

(8:10am) The WATD Weymouth & Braintree Report.

Friday February 1st, 2008
(8:40am) Rob talks with Dr. Peter D’Adano about his new book “The GenoType Diet”.  Find out more at www.dadamo.com

Monday February 4th, 2008
(8:10am) Check out the “WATD Quincy Report”.  It’s a segment geared to what’s going on in Quincy.  Joining Rob will be Dean Rizzo from Quincy 2000.  Find out more at www.quincy2000.org

(8:40am) Rob talks with Michael B. Oren author of “Power, Faith, and Fantasy: America in the Middle East: 1776 to the Present”.  Find out more at www.michaeloren.com

Tuesday February 5th, 2008
It’s Super Tuesday today!  We’ll be talking politics today.

(8:40am) Join Rob as he talks about the presidential campaign with public relations professional and political pundit Bob Newman.

Wednesday February 6th, 2008
It’s the day after Super Tuesday!  We’ll be analyzing the results this morning.

(8:40am) Political pundits and the public usually express shock and disappointment when presidential candidates resort to negative campaigning.  But history reveals that mudslinging and slurs are as American as apple pie.  Join Rob as he chats with Joseph Cummins author of “Anything for a Vote: Dirty Tricks, Cheap Shots, and October Surprises in U.S. Presidential Campaigns”.  You can find out more at www.anythingforavote.blogspot.com

Thursday February 7th, 2008
(7:10am) Judy Azanow from the South Shore Natural Science Center in Norwell joins Rob to talk about the upcoming Hoot & H’Owl Trivia Tournament.  Find out more at www.ssnsc.org

(8:10am) The WATD Weymouth & Braintree Report.

(8:40am) Listen as Rob talks with Bob Sullivan author of “Gotcha Capitalism”.  You can find out more at www.gotchacapitalism.com

Friday February 8th, 2008
(8:10am) Can you tell if someone likes you by their body language?  Listen as Rob chats with Tracey Cox, one of the best know relationship and body language experts.  Find out more at www.traceycox.com

Monday February 11th, 2008
(5 to 6am) Philip Fortnam joins Rob and Dave to talk about his book “Walking Greenbush”.  You can read more at www.walkinggreenbush.com

(8:10am) Check out the “WATD Quincy Report”.  It’s a segment geared to what’s going on in Quincy.  Joining Rob will be Dean Rizzo from Quincy 2000.  Find out more at www.quincy2000.org

(8:40am) Political pundits and the public usually express shock and disappointment when presidential candidates resort to negative campaigning.  But history reveals that mudslinging and slurs are as American as apple pie.  Join Rob as he chats with Joseph Cummins author of “Anything for a Vote: Dirty Tricks, Cheap Shots, and October Surprises in U.S. Presidential Campaigns”.  You can find out more at www.anythingforavote.blogspot.com

Tuesday February 12th, 2008
(7:10am) Rob will be talking with Ann Haynes one of the authors of the book “Love You, Mean It: A True Story of Love, Loss, and Friendship”.  It’s the story of four women who met when they lost their husbands on the same day, in the same way.  Find out more at www.loveyoumeanit.com

(8:40am) Rob will talk with author Susan Schaab about her debut legal thriller “Wearing the Spider”.  The book explores the issues of identity theft.  You can find out more at www.wearingthespider.com

Wednesday February 13th, 2008
(7:10am) Communications expert Laurie Puhn joins Rob to talk about predicting your love life.  Laurie Puhn invites listeners to take her “Valentine’s Day Quiz”.  It’s not what you do, it’s what you say.  Find out more at www.smartcomments.com or
www.lauriepuhn.com

 (8:40am) Rob talks with Jeffrey Millburn about his new book “Omni Art: Language of Consciousness”.  Find out more at www.omniartsalon.com

Thursday February 14th, 2008
Happy Valentine’s Day!

(7:10am) Rob discusses heart healthy recipe ideas with Betty Crocker senior cookbook editor Cheri Olerud. Betty Crocker has just come out with a new heart health edition cookbook.  You can find out more at www.bettycrocker.com

(8:10am) The WATD Weymouth & Braintree Report.

(8:40am) We talk with Romance Expert Greg Godek about his book “1001 Ways to be Romantic”.  Check out his website at www.1001waystoberomantic.com

Friday February 15th, 2008
(8:10am) Coming up on Monday February 18th, the National Geographic Channel will feature a program called “Inside the Vietnam War”.  Join Rob as he talks with Frank Marshall who was drafted in 1968 and shipped to Vietnam and assigned to the 101st Airborne Division Alpha Company.  For his service in Vietnam, Marshall was awarded the Bronze Star with a “V” device, the Bronze Star, two Purple Hearts, and two Air Medals.  Find out more at www.nationalgeographic.com

Monday February 18th, 2008
Presidents’ Day 2008

(7:10am) Today we’ll talk about the men who made America and the way they lived.  Rob talks with historian and author Hugh Howard about his book “Houses of the Founding Fathers”. 

(8:10am) Check out the “WATD Quincy Report”.  It’s a segment geared to what’s going on in Quincy.  Joining Rob will be Dean Rizzo from Quincy 2000.  Find out more at www.quincy2000.org

(8:40am) We’ll take a Presidents’ Day Quiz today with Bill Federer.  Find out more at www.americanminute.com

Tuesday February 19th, 2008
(8:10am) “ACT Smart with David Snell”:  a weekly look at the world of computers and technology.

Wednesday February 20th, 2008
(8:10am) Rob talks with Caitlin Friedman co-author of “The Girls Guide to Kicking Your Career into Gear”; you can find out more at www.girlsguidetobusiness.com

Thursday February 21st, 2008
(7:10am) Rob talks with author and journalist Pete Earley about his book: “Comrade J:  The Untold Secrets of Russia’s Master Spy in America After the end of the Cold War”.  You can find out more at www.peteearley.com

(8:10am) The WATD Weymouth Report with Weymouth Mayor Sue Kay

(8:40am) Rob talks with author Laura Duksta about her book “I Love You More”.  You can find out more at www.lauraduksta.com

Friday February 22nd, 2008
(8:40am) Rob talks with author Doreen Cronin and illustrator Betsy Lewin about their children’s book: “Duck for President”.  You can find out more at www.doreencronin.com

Monday February 25th, 2008
 (7:10am) Today we’ll talk about the men who made America and the way they lived.  Rob talks with historian and author Hugh Howard about his book “Houses of the Founding Fathers”. 

(8:10am) Check out the “WATD Quincy Report”.  It’s a segment geared to what’s going on in Quincy.  Joining Rob will be Dean Rizzo from Quincy 2000.  Find out more at www.quincy2000.org

(8:40am) Rob talks with author Michael Tougias about his new book: “Fatal Forecast: An Incredible True Tale of Disaster and Survival at Sea”.  Michael Tougias will be appearing at the Plymouth Public Library tonight at 7.  You can find out more at www.michaeltougias.com

Tuesday February 26th, 2008
(8:10am) “ACT Smart with David Snell”:  a weekly look at the world of computers and technology.

Thursday February 28th, 2008
 (8:10am) The WATD Weymouth Report with Weymouth Mayor Sue Kay