April 10, 2025

Jackie Lapin

There are travel blogs. And there are book blogs. There are even history blogs. But no one has brought all of that together into one—until now!

For people who love history, historic novels and travel to historic destinations, The Historic Traveler is the first place they can call home. This blog alongside its associated membership community and alliance Historic Traveler International gives history lovers and readers a vast resource, information, and entertainment.

The Historic Traveler is the latest endeavor from pioneer, Jackie Lapin, initially one of the world’s first women sportswriters with such publications as the Washington Post, Los Angeles Times and Detroit Free Press, and then founder of one of America’s largest and most prestigious sports and cable TV PR firms. Her more recent companies refocused on helping personal growth authors secure podcast and radio shows, and, most recently, speaking engagements. In each field, she created ventures that were entirely innovative and acknowledged for their leadership. 

But what many did not know during her prestigious career is that Jackie traveled globally for business and pleasure, always accompanied by her cameras, seeking to absorb the rich history of each location. In The Historic Traveler blog, she shares her passion twice weekly with highlights from the more than 500 localities she has visited and photographed, along with book recommendations for historic novels, mysteries, histories and biographies that illuminate what it would have been like to have lived there.

“I have been photographing fascinating cities, villages and historic landmarks for decades and it’s time to share my knowledge, photos and my favorite books with people like me, who can’t get enough of imagining what these places must have been like in their prime,” says Jackie. “But I also wanted to provide a place where history, travel and historic novel lovers can gather with like-minded people and get more resources to feed their passion --and make their historic travel easier.”

Therefore, Jackie has also launched Historic Traveler International, a $19.97 monthly membership community and alliance that goes deeper! Enthusiasts joining Historic 

Traveler International can take advantage of these one-of-a-kind benefits:   

•           The stunning quarterly digital magazine The Historic Traveler with a treasure of information in every issue, divided into separate sections on historic localities and the people of history – and on books. Read, dream or plan! 

•           The world’s most comprehensive directory of historic novels, mysteries and history books by country or region.

•           The world’s first directory of historic hotels, inns and B&Bs internationally and in the U.S.

•           The world’s first directory of historic TV dramas and where you can find them on broadcast or streaming.

•           A full array of travel discounts—some available nowhere else!

•           A book club dedicated to history buffs!

•           A book swap for history enthusiasts.

•           A monthly community meeting with other historic travel enthusiasts and a community chat room. Here they’ll also see announcements for exclusive specials, free gifts, deals etc.! 

•           A matching resource for people who are looking for traveling companions. 

•           Interviews with leading experts and authors.

•           Specialty books of themed photo collections.

•           A gallery of gorgeous photos of historic places and cities for viewing, purchase or posters.

•           Ongoing news about travel opportunities to historic places

•           A shop featuring luggage tags, passport wallets, totes, duffel bags and clothing featuring the unique creative Historic Traveler logo

•           ….and More!

Once again, Jackie Lapin is breaking new ground with The Historic Traveler and Historic Traveler International. She is happy to chat about all aspects of historic travel, historic novels and mysteries, her personal experiences, or the joy of finally following her own passion after years of serving others in business. (Note: At this point with 7,500 books in the directory, she can arguably be considered one of the foremost authorities on historic reading!)

If you would like to interview Jackie Lapin, please send an email with the name of the show, your contact information, a proposed date and time, and the calling/zoom details.

Visual Arts, History, Travel & Leisure

United States

Jackie Lapin has been a life-long traveler, seeking to experience history through the world’s cities, villages, castles, landmarks, nature and books. A Southern California native, she first began a deep exploration of the history of her state and the people who shaped it, ignited by a trip to the California missions in third grade. As a college student, she created her own field trips to explore the historic land and cityscapes of California.

 

As an adult, she began to travel for work and pleasure, accompanied by her cameras (always more than one!) to document for herself—and somewhere in the recesses of her mind—so she could share the pictures and stories with others. And when she couldn’t travel, she read historic novels, historical chronicles and biographies so she would better understand what she was seeing. It was her escape and her education.

Photography gave her a sense of artistry and expression, in contrast to the practical dedication to her professional life.

 

Jackie marked out an illustrious career as a serial pioneer, initially as one of the world’s first women sportswriters, writing for the Detroit Free Press, Los Angeles Times, Washington Post and Associated Press—breaking press box barriers. She then built and ran over the course of 20 years.one of the two largest sports/special events/cable TV public relations firms in America with a world class client list. Her next move was to write two internationally bestselling personal growth books, one of which was awarded Best Spiritual Book of the Year at the International New Age Trade Show. Finding herself drawn to the leaders who were committed to making the world a better place, she rebranded her agency Conscious Media Relations and began helping them market their books and messages through the media. Ultimately, the company became a leader in podcast/radio tours for experts, offering them to 9000 podcasts and radio shows. She then created and sold SpeakerTunity, a company providing speaking, podcast and summit leads monthly to speakers seeking venues. 

 

After years in the trenches serving others, Jackie determined the time was right to focus on her own passion, sharing the stories, photos and the books that make history so fascinating to her. Hence, the creation of her blog, The Historic Traveler, and her membership alliance, Historic Traveler International — dedicated to informing, uniting and supporting other history and historic book lovers.

 

“The world is my history classroom,” she says, “and I am always excited to learn!” 

 

Jackie is sharing the content and images from her visits to more than 500 cities, villages, castles, landmarks and more. Her slide archive includes nearly 20,000 images. Jackie’s personal library counts 600 books—including many she sources from used bookstores on day-long treasure hunts. Her work is showcased in both the blog and The Historic Traveler quarterly magazine available to members. You can track her newest travels on the blog at www.thehistorictraveler.com

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April 9, 2025

Elizabeth Waterman

Arts, Visual Arts

United States

Elizabeth Waterman is a Los Angeles-based fine art photographer.  A through-line in her body of work is the depiction of artists and performers of many genres and sub-cultures. Her distinctive photographs explore female sexuality, strippers and exotic dancers, drag queens, adult film actors, and portraits of artists. Her sold-out book MONEYGAME (XYZ books, 2021) features photographs of strippers from five cities across the U.S. (MONEYGAME II is in the works, scheduled for 2025). It has had exhibitions in the U.S. and Europe. Waterman’s new book, CANDYLAND – featuring color splashed portraits of female adult film actors shot outdoors during the pandemic, as well as a foreword by Stormy Daniels – was released by Unicorn Publishing  on September 30, 2024.

Recently, Waterman has spent significant time in Thailand photographing “ladyboys” and women working in nightlife. She continues to photograph these subjects, and the images will comprise another book, MONEYGAME Thailand, to be published in late 2026. Also in the works are several TV projects, including MONEYGAME Thailand, a docu-follow series on Ladyboys working in nightlife in Thailand, and a show on the subculture of carnival performers in Los Angeles and Las Vegas.

Additionally, Waterman is working on a new series featuring diptychs of richly cross-processed colored images of dancers, to be shown at Anderson Yezerski gallery in Boston in 2026.

March 30, 2025

Justin L Shaw

Greetings!

My name is Justin L. Shaw, and I just finished the publication process of my first book Sourcery 101: 13 Rungs to a Higher Elevation of Consciousness.  The misspelling of sorcery is purposeful because becoming a Sourcerer is not about casting spells, it is about using Source energy to heal trauma and manifest a thriving new life.   I can best describe my book as: The Four Agreements meets The Secret meets A Million Little Pieces if it were written by Jerry Seinfeld. 

My backstory is weaved together with lots of humor, pop culture metaphors, and insight to create a unique system of healing that was inspired by the 12 steps of Alcoholics Anonymous.  However, unlike AA, the 13 rungs of Sourcery do not discriminate between the symptoms of soul sickness.  A Sourcerer recognizes that the overuse of our phones and a hyper focus on the material world can be just as destructive to the soul as drugs and alcohol. Each specific symptom, such as addictions to gambling, food, shopping, sex, drugs, etc., as well as most forms of what is referred to as “chronic illness,” all branch out from the same root cause: spiritual bankruptcy. 

I have included the PDF version of the book.  If you just commit yourself to the 3-page intro I promise you will see why I would make for a fun collab!  Part of my story was my misuse of social media and the freedom that came from deleting all accounts, so I have no handles to share; but if you care to work with me, I’m an email away. 

Thank for your time and may “The Source” be with you!

-Sourcerer13

Comedy, Philosophy, Physics & Metaphysics, Emotional Health and Freedom, Mental Health, Personal Development, Inspirational, Access Consciousness, Shamanism

USA

My author bio says, “I’m a little bit Deepak and a little bit Tupac.”  I am a former stand-up comedian with an inspiring story of overcoming trauma, emotional/mental issues, and heavy drug addiction that got me into plenty of trouble and had me stuck in the USA’s “sickcare” system for decades.  After a mind bending and life changing experience with the quantum feild, I was lead on a journey of healing and discovery the lead me to create something that could (not saying it will) change the world.

March 17, 2025

Lem Garcia

Bay Area Teen Dragged by Hit-and-Run Driver—Why Are These Crimes Going Unsolved?

Hi , 

I wanted to reach out with a timely and urgent story for BBS RADIO regarding the alarming surge in hit-and-run accidents.

Legal, News, Local News, World News, Politics & Government, Local, National

USA

About Lem

Lem Garcia is a Personal Injury Attorney and the Founder of Lem Garcia Law in West Covina, California. He specializes in car, truck, and motorcycle accident cases, slip and fall injuries and wrongful death claims. Known for his personalized approach, He is known to provide clear communication and hands-on legal representation to ensure his clients understand their rights and feel supported throughout the process. With a track record of successful settlements and courtroom wins, Lem’s dedication to his clients has earned him a strong reputation for trust and integrity in Southern California’s legal community. For more information, visit https://www.lemgarcialaw.com/

March 17, 2025

Rocio and Angel Orengo

Literature, Love & Relationships, Emotional Health and Freedom, Mental Health, Personal Development, Inspirational, Motivational

United States

🔥 Interview Topics Available & More:

 

✅ The Hidden Code of Modern Goddesses – What ancient wisdom and modern psychology reveal about breaking cycles of self-doubt and stepping into personal power.
✅ The Forgiveness Hack No One Talks About – Why “intentional forgiveness” is the secret weapon for transforming relationships, careers, and self-worth.
✅ Radical Parenting: The One Shift That Changes Everything – How embracing "radical acceptance" can build unshakable confidence and emotional intelligence in kids.
✅ Gratitude as a Business Strategy – The surprising ways a "gratitude-first" mindset fuels innovation, team loyalty, and long-term success.
✅ Why Traditional Goal-Setting Doesn’t Work – How "mindful intention-setting" creates deeper, lasting change beyond checklists and deadlines.
✅ The Truth About Self-Care No One Wants to Hear – Why the real key to mental well-being isn’t another wellness trend but a return to awareness and acceptance.

March 14, 2025

Michael R Pope Sr

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March 13, 2025            (615) 681-6588 (c)
                    celestestein@bsaprinc.com

 

AUTHOR MICHAEL POPE'S LINCOLN'S GHETTO BOOK SERIES RELEASED ON AMAZON 

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Air Force Veteran Michael R. Pope announces the completion and release of his highly anticipated book series, Lincoln's Ghetto, available now on Amazon. The final installment includes the fourth book in the series, marking the completion of this gripping and thought-provoking saga. 

The Lincoln's Ghetto book series uses U.S historical facts about the birth of the nation through the assassination of Abraham Lincoln and then converts the tale in to the fictional following of an African-American Chicago Lawyer and his son in the 1970’s. The family becomes unwittingly tied to a Lincoln will worth billions of dollars. Their lives were surprisingly impacted by this circumstance in a post Civil-Rights era Mid-West America. Pope masterfully intertwines a diverse group of characters living in the fictional neighborhood of Lincoln's Ghetto, threading greed, racism, love, loss, redemption, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. 

"I am thrilled to finally share the conclusion of the Lincoln's Ghetto series with my readers. This has been a labor of love for me, and I am grateful for the support and encouragement of my fans throughout this journey,” said Pope. 

Readers can now purchase all four books in the Lincoln's Ghetto series on Amazon in both print and e-book formats. The series has garnered critical acclaim for its powerful storytelling and vivid characters, societal questioning, historical explanation, and comic relief, making it a must-read for fans of contemporary fiction. 

For more information about Michael R. Pope and his work, visit lincolnsghettoseries.com.  Pope is a retired U.S. Department of Homeland Security Public Affairs Multimedia Producer and a retired U.S. Air Force Public Affairs Superintendent.  If you would like to book him to speak, visit the speaker’s bureau at www.bsaprinc.com. 

About Bishop, Stein and Associates PR, Inc.: 

Bishop, Stein and Associates PR, Inc. is a full-service public relations firm of 25 years dedicated to helping authors, artists, and other creative professionals build their brands and reach a wider audience. With a team of experienced publicists and media professionals, Bishop, Stein and Associates P.R., Inc. offers a range of services including media relations, social media management, a speaker’s bureau and event planning.

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Book Descriptions

 

Prequel Book - Lincoln’s Gift - The Historical origin story lays out the timeline of U.S. history into the establishment of a (fictional) will left by President Abraham Lincoln for his family worth billions of dollars.

 

Book 1 - Lincoln’s Touch - 1977 Chicago is where knowledge of the will is uncovered after the suicide of a Catholic Archbishop. A corrupt Chicago lawyer, Howard McDougle, cobbles together the Chicago Mob and a Vatican City Elite to create a broad conspiracy to snatch the will’s bounty for “the good of the church.”  An unsuspecting African-American Law student and his 12-year old son from the South Side of Chicago are unknowingly targeted to be pawns in the game.

 

Book 2 - Lincoln’s Son - Five years later, the conspiracy matures and the Chicago South Side lawyer’s son, Darnell Whitaker, is ripped away from his home and moved two hours south of the Windy City to the historical home of the 16th U.S. President, to Lincoln, Illinois. He must adapt and learn how to cope and survive in this new and strange place.

 

Book 3 - Lincoln’s Shame - Darnell’s father, now attorney, Percy Whitaker, has been working feverishly with his female law partner to retrieve his son from the rural town of Lincoln Illinois. The conspiracy is close to a deadly and lucrative conclusion when all hell breaks loose in the small town. A string of horrible occurrences begin to pop off, sending the conspiracy into a destructive spiral, jeopardizing the will.

 

Book 4 - Lincoln’s War - Legal forces of attorney Whitaker and the corrupt Howard McDougle, square off in an explosive court battle in the small town of Lincoln, splitting the town apart.  Lies and deceit contaminate the trail and the blood of the towns’ people. The conclusion requires a twisting of the rules to scrape up any form of resolution to the entire high stakes drama. But who gets the will?  

Arts, Literature

USA

Michael l R. Pope is a retired U.S. Department of Homeland Security Public Affairs Multi-Media Producer and a retired U.S. Air Force Public Affairs Superintendent. His works cover a wide range of journalism and public affairs projects for various U.S. government communications agencies in the U.S. and abroad including; extensive coverage of the 9-11 attacks on NYC, Hurricane Katrina, Southwest Border immigration and US Trade issues. His commercial news experiences placed him in many on-camera reporter and spokesperson rolls broadcasting on television, radio, and You Tube. He has a Masters in Communications from the University of Oklahoma and a Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism. The son of a 40-year retired U.S. State Department diplomatic journalist, he is a Washington D.C. native, a lifelong drummer, volleyball player and coach.

March 13, 2025

Natasha J Rosewood

What is Intuitive Manifestation Coaching?  In these interesting times of breakdown and rising frequencies, we now have the opportunity to breakthrough into humanity's greatest potential. But first we must understand the magic, the physics and the power of our own intelligence so we may be empowered to achieve authentic joy. In this healed and higher frequency, we can achieve the health, wealth and happiness that is available to us all.  By inspiring intuitive intelligence, Natasha Rosewood guides us toward this happy outcome.  

Energy Healing, Love & Relationships, Physics & Metaphysics, Emotional Health and Freedom, Mental Health, Inspirational, Motivational, Access Consciousness, Psychic & Intuitive

Canada

A long time ago, in a far away land—England—Natasha Rosewood worked as a flight attendant, during which time her life also took off into the metaphysical world of palmistry. But it was when she moved to Canada in 1983, that she evolved from palmist to Intuitive Spiritual Healer, and then Past Life Regressionist, Ghostbuster, Quantum Healer, Author, Screenwriter as well as radio and TV Host. In her dedicated healing practice of many years, she has empowered thousands of people to remember who they really are and to find their joy.  All five of her beloved enlightening, comedic and poignant books: Aaagh I Think I’m Psychic, Aaagh, I Thought You Were Dead, Ghostly, Flight of Your Life and The Longest Flight of Your Life  are intended to inspire the knowing intuitive inside each one of us and remind us all  of  humanity’s unlimited potential to create, laugh and, of course, love, especially The Self.

March 11, 2025

Domizio Cipriani

We have created the reference and meeting point of MEGA Europe think tank, in Principality of Monaco.
If the news could interest you, we remain at your complete disposal for further information. Many thanks for your attention. Prof. Domizio Cipriani President and Gran Prior Magistral Ordre des Templiers de Jerusalem Think Tank MEGA MONACO 19 galerie Charles III, le Metropole aaacs 98000 Principality of Monaco Www.ciprianimontecarloacademy.com +33 6 69641969

Earth & Space, Education, History, News, Philosophy, Religion, Science, Travel & Leisure

Principality of Monaco

Make Europe Great Again is now present in the Principality of Monaco.

MEGA MONACO Humanistic philosophical movement for humanitarian support.

On Saturday 22 February 2025, at the headquarters at the Metropole hotel in MonteCarlo, on the initiative of the three founders, Domizio Cipriani, Cornelio Bertero, Alicia Erazo, MEGA MONACO became official. MEGA MONACO think tank, part of the ancient Monegasque institution "Ordre des Templiers de Jerusalem", will be the reference and meeting point of MEGA at a European level, in the Principality of Monaco. The Make Europe Great Again movement, created by the current American Administration, is aimed at the spiritual awakening of humanity.
THINK TANK MEGA MONACO.

The areas of interest are in a broad sense: culture, economy, geopolitics, teaching and humanitarian aid.
VISION: Humanitarian and philanthropic charitable works, supporting ecumenical Christianity in the world and family values.

Restore Sovereignty in European nations in particular. Spread the knowledge through coordinated actions in favor of the brotherhood of men and peoples, through courses, conferences, seminars and exhibitions. MISSION: Develop and lead a series of global initiatives that help create a bridge between the areas of knowledge and business markets, establish regional and international networks, such as international peace, international economics, environmental issues, information and society, poverty reduction, unity is our strength. We have create a press office and we train new specialized journalists, for this goal we have created courses at our Monegasque academy.

This innovative humanistic philosophical think tank, does not provide membership fees, particular political or religious affiliations, but only the intention of wanting to join forces and skills for the common good in ethics and truth. Is a humanitarian institution, became members simply through the demonstration of to have ethics values and healthy ideals, by curriculum

Vitae send directly to the general secretariat for the census in the database. Database available to members to create synergies, through the authoritative international showcase of the Principality of Monaco. The humanistic spiritual philosophy courses, held by teachers of the Academic Senate, can be consulted on the think tank website:

www.ciprianimontecarloacademy.com

Thanks for your attention.

Prof. Domizio CIPRIANI
Presidente e Gran Priore Magistrale
Ordre des Templiers de Jerusalem
19 galerie Charles III, le Metropole aaacs
98000 Principauté de Monaco

March 6, 2025

Lem Garcia

California’s Hit-and-Run Epidemic: Why Victims Are Left Without Justice

Hi,

I wanted to reach out with a timely and urgent story for BBS Radio regarding the alarming surge in hit-and-run accidents.

Two recent tragedies—a Bay Area teen violently dragged by a hit-and-run driver and Neelam Shinde, an Indian resident now fighting for her life in a California Hospital. After a separate hit-and-run incident—highlight a disturbing trend. With 40,000 hit-and-run crashes in LA County every year and only 1 in 5 cases solved, countless victims are left without justice.

"This isn’t just a statistic—it’s a justice crisis. And yet, California has no dedicated statewide task force or mandatory minimum penalties for hit-and-run offenders. They leave families shattered and victims fighting for their lives without accountability," says Lem Garcia, a personal injury attorney based out of West Covina, CA. 

Hit-and-runs are not random accidents—they are preventable crimes. California has solved major traffic issues before, from seatbelt mandates to DUI crackdowns. So why is it still so easy to flee the scene of a crime and never be caught?

For securing any Interview/Editorial opportunities with Lem. Please reply to this email or call +1-727-637-0094.

Lem Garcia can speak on the following:

How does the legal process work for international victims like Neelam Shinde, and what challenges does her family face? What legal consequences could the hit-and-run driver face in the Bay Area Teen Hit-and-Run case? Why do hit-and-run drivers often go unpunished, and what needs to change to close this justice gap? What are the biggest challenges in solving hit-and-run cases? How can the public and policymakers work together to reduce these tragedies? Can AI-driven license plate tracking and traffic cameras help solve more hit-and-run cases?

 

USA

About Lem

Lem Garcia is a Personal Injury Attorney and the Founder of Lem Garcia Law in West Covina, California. He specializes in car, truck, and motorcycle accident cases, slip and fall injuries and wrongful death claims. Known for his personalized approach, He is known to provide clear communication and hands-on legal representation to ensure his clients understand their rights and feel supported throughout the process. With a track record of successful settlements and courtroom wins, Lem’s dedication to his clients has earned him a strong reputation for trust and integrity in Southern California’s legal community. For more information, visit https://www.lemgarcialaw.com/