Ira's Everything Bagel

Noshing With Nat Segaloff – October 22, 2026 Author,  The Secret Hitchcock: How Hollywood’s Legendary Director Lived Through Cary Grant and James Stewart What did Cary Grant and James Stewart reveal about the mysterious genius of Alfred Hitchcock? On this episode of “Ira’s Everything Bagel,” I talk with Nat Segaloff, author of  The Secret Hitchcock: How Hollywood’s Legendary Di...

Noshing With Ed McDonald – October 15, 2026 Author,  Chasing Goodfellas: Lufthansa, Henry Hill, Point Shaving, and Making Movies What happens when a federal prosecutor takes on the mob—and winds up playing himself in an Oscar-winning movie? Former federal strike force chief and “Goodfellas” actor Edward McDonald joins Ira to discuss his extraordinary career and his book,  Chasing Goodfel...

Noshing With David Watson – October 8, 2026 Author, Forward Only: A  Memoir What happens when a troubled life of rebellion, crime, and consequences finally leads to accountability? On this episode of “Ira’s Everything Bagel,” I talk with David Watson, author of  Forward Only: A Memoir , about an extraordinary and deeply personal journey from childhood upheaval and grief to crime, prison,...

Noshing With Lee Woodman – October 1, 2026 Author,  Heartscapes Award-winning poet Lee Woodman joins Ira for a wide-ranging conversation about the power of poetry — and why poetry is far more than words on a page. The author of  Heartscapes  (published by Shanti Arts Publishing and the seventh book in her acclaimed “Scapes” series), Lee talks about the growing connection between poe...

Noshing With Mark Kawar – September 24, 2026 Author,  America, but Bigger: Near-Annexations, from Greenland to the Galapagos What if Greenland, Mexico, the Galápagos Islands — or even parts of Indonesia, Syria, or Russia — had become part of the United States? Those may sound like alternate-history fantasies, but according to Mark Kawar, they were real possibilities at various points in Ameri...

Noshing With Marilyn S. Greenwald – September 17, 2026 Author,  Jane Fonda: There’s a Great Deal to Say What happens when an acclaimed actress becomes one of America’s most controversial activists? This week on “Ira’s Everything Bagel,” I talk with Marilyn S. Greenwald, author of  Jane Fonda: There’s a Great Deal to Say  (published by Rutgers University Press) about the complic...

Noshing With John Barry – September 10, 2026 Author,  Power & Peril: Writings about the Fate of the American Republi c How do we balance strong leadership with constitutional restraint—and what happens when that balance begins to shift? Watch Full Podcast Video This week on “Ira’s Everything Bagel,” I talk with John Barry, author of  Power & Peril: Writings about the Fate of the...

Noshing With Charles B. Kreitzberg  – September 3, 2026 Author,  AI Can Make You Smarter: Practical Skills. Sharper Thinking. Business Value. Can AI Make You Smarter? Charles B. Kreitzberg Explores the Human Side of Artificial Intelligence This week on “Ira’s Everything Bagel,” Charles B. Kreitzberg, author of  AI Can Make You Smarter: Practical Skills. Sharper Thinking. Busine...

Noshing With Terry Chester Shulman – August 27, 2026 Author,  Barrymore: The Spectacular, Tumultuous Life of America’s Prince of Players The Barrymore name is synonymous with Hollywood royalty—but long before Drew Barrymore became a household name, there was  John Barrymore , one of the most brilliant and complicated actors in American theater and film history. In this episode of “Ira’s...

Noshing With Nir Peled – August 20, 2026 Author,  Beyond 100%: Rebuilding Life After It Breaks This week on “Ira’s Everything Bagel,” Nir Peled, author of  Beyond 100%: Rebuilding Life After It Breaks , talks about an extraordinary journey that began with a moment that changed everything. At 49, Nir was a successful Fortune 500 technology executive and former officer...

Noshing With The Goddess of Slots (aka Lorraine Bencivengo-Ziff) – August 13, 2026 What happens when a viral casino jackpot becomes the foundation for an entirely new career? This week on “Ira’s Everything Bagel,” Ira welcomes Lorraine Bencivengo-Ziff, better known as The Goddess of Slots, as well as an actress, entrepreneur, influencer and one of the gaming industry’s most rec...

Noshing With Sharon Virts – August 6, 2026 Author,  Bargains of Fate  (part of  The Fields of Honor  series) This week on “Ira’s Everything Bagel,” Ira talks with Sharon Virts, author of  Bargains of Fate , part of her acclaimed “Fields of Honor series.” Sharon shares her unexpected journey from entrepreneur to historical novelist, revealing how s...

Noshing With Debra Levine – July 30, 2026 Author,  Jazzed, Jack Cole and Twentieth-Century American Dance This week on “Ira’s Everything Bagel,” I sit down with dance critic and author Debra Levine to explore the remarkable life and enduring legacy of Jack Cole, the groundbreaking choreographer widely regarded as the father of theatrical jazz dance. Her acclaimed book, Jazzed: Jack Cole...

Noshing With Anderson Boyd – July 23, 2026 Author,  The Lease of Nature This week on “Ira’s Everything Bagel,” Ira sits down with award-winning writer, director, producer, and editor Anderson “Drew” Boyd, author of the riveting new techno-thriller  The Lease of Nature . Watch Full Podcast Video What happens when one of medicine’s greatest breakthroughs becomes...

This week on “Ira's Everything Bagel,” Ira welcomes award-winning writer and social epidemiologist Dan Werb, author of "Our Wild Familiars: How Animals Are Adapting to Cities and Reshaping the Natural World" for a captivating conversation about the surprising ways wildlife has learned to thrive alongside us.

On this episode of “Ira's Everything Bagel,” I sit down with journalist, author, publisher, activist, and entrepreneur Fons Burger, author of "The Only Possible Solution: How to Shape the Future for Our Next Generations." Drawing on years of research and conversations with leading thinkers from around the world, Fons presents an ambitious—but surprisingly practical—vision for creating a more susta...

Noshing With Dave Reminick – July 2, 2026 Creator,  Fun Intended What happens when an award-winning composer stops writing for adults and starts creating music for kids? According to Dave Reminick, the answer is freedom, imagination, and a whole lot of fun. Watch Full Podcast Video This week on “Ira’s Everything Bagel,” Ira sits down with award-winning composer, educator, musician, and...

Noshing With Dr. Peter Grinspoon  Author,  Aging Well with Cannabis: Feel Better, Sleep Better, and Live Better with Marijuana and CBD Can cannabis help people age better? What are the real benefits—and the real risks? And why do so many misconceptions about marijuana still persist? Watch Full Podcast Video This week on “Ira’s Everything Bagel,” Ira sits down with Dr. Peter Grinspoon, ph...

Noshing With Lena Fein – June 18, 2026 Author,  Shattering the Mirror: One Woman’s Journey of Healing This week on “Ira’s Everything Bagel,” Ira welcomes Lena Fein, author of  Shattering the Mirror: One Woman’s Journey of Healing , for a moving conversation about surviving childhood abuse, confronting painful family truths, and discovering the transformative power of forgive...

Noshing With Ron Rubin – June 11, 2026 Author,  Gold in Your Backyard: Lessons in Life, Leadership and the Power of a Dream What if the greatest treasure in your life isn’t money, but the wisdom, relationships, and dreams waiting to be discovered right in your own backyard? Watch Full Podcast Video Ron Rubin, author of  Gold in Your Backyard: Lessons in Life, Leadership and the Power of...

Noshing With Samuel Garza Bernstein – June 4, 2026 Author,  Roddy McDowall: An Actor’s Life — From “How Green Was My Valley” to “Lassie” to “Planet of the Apes” What happens when a lifelong admirer gains access to decades of never-before-explored archives? The result is a fascinating look at one of Hollywood’s most beloved and enduring stars. Th...

Noshing With Richard Curtis – May 28, 2026 Author,  Digital Inc.: From Print To E-Book, Inside The Transformation Of The Book Industry This week on “Ira’s Everything Bagel, “Ira sits down with Richard Curtis — literary agent, publishing authority, passionate advocate for writers, and author of  Digital Inc.: From Print To E-Book, Inside The Transformation Of The Book Industry . Watch Ful...

Noshing With Michael Issac Shokrian – May 21, 2026 Author,  American Playground Editor,  The Thieving Magpie This week on “Ira’s Everything Bagel,” Ira sits down with Michael Issac Shokrian, author of the acclaimed novel  American Playground  and editor of  The Thieving Magpie . In this engaging and deeply personal conversation, Michael shares his remarkable journey f...

Noshing With William Bernhardt – May 14, 2026 Author,  The Superman Wars: A Battle for Truth, Justice and an American Icon This week on “Ira’s Everything Bagel,” Ira sits down with William Bernhardt, author of  The Superman Wars: A Battle for Truth, Justice and an American Icon , for a fascinating conversation about the hidden history behind one of the world’s most recognizable superheroes. W...

Joshua Lifrak, author, “Win Today: Six Steps to Mental Resilience, Peak Performance, and a Thriving Life,”  What separates high performers from everyone else? According to Joshua Lifrak, it’s not just talent—it’s mindset. Watch Full Podcast Video This week on “Ira’s Everything Bagel,” Ira sits down with Joshua Lifrak, author of “Win Today: Six Steps to Mental Resilience, Peak Performance, and...