Discover Ira’s Everything Bagel, a blend of US arts and culture. Schmeared with podcasts rich in ideas worth spreading, as well as captivating stories.
Ira's Everything Bagel
Claim This Podcastby Ira David Sternberg
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Discover Ira’s Everything Bagel, a blend of US arts and culture. Schmeared with podcasts rich in ideas worth spreading, as well as captivating stories.
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July 2, 2026
WHY WEIRD WINS: DAVE REMINICK ON MAKING MUSIC KIDS (AND PARENTS) LOVE
<p class="has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph">Noshing With Dave Reminick – July 2, 2026</p> <p class="has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph">Creator, Fun Intended</p> <p class="wp-block-paragraph">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.</p> <div class="wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex"> <div class="wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow"> <div class="wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex"> <div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-vivid-red-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-text-align-center wp-element-button" href="#full-video"><strong><strong>Watch Full Podcast Video</strong></strong></a></div> </div> </div> </div> <p class="wp-block-paragraph">This week on “Ira’s Everything Bagel,” Ira sits down with award-winning composer, educator, musician, and children’s recording artist Dave Reminick—better known by his playful alter ego, DadJoke—to discuss his delightfully unconventional debut family album, Fun Intended: Weird Music for Weird Kids.</p> <p class="wp-block-paragraph">Dave shares how the COVID pandemic unexpectedly led him into the world of children’s music, why writing for young audiences became more creatively fulfilling than composing for adults, and how embracing his own “inner weirdness” unlocked an entirely new artistic path.</p> <p class="wp-block-paragraph">The conversation explores the remarkable differences between the minds of children and adults, the lasting influence of Mr. Rogers, the origins of his band Paper Mice, and why humor—especially dad jokes—became such an important part of both his music and his identity.</p> <p class="wp-block-paragraph">Dave also offers thoughtful insights into one of today’s hottest topics: artificial intelligence and creativity. He explains why he believes art should always remain a deeply human conversation—one person connecting authentically with another.</p> <p class="wp-block-paragraph">Whether you’re a parent, educator, musician, or simply someone who believes creativity should never lose its sense of play, this entertaining and thought-provoking conversation reminds us that sometimes the best way to connect with the world is to embrace your wonderfully weird side.</p> <p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you’ve ever wondered what inspires truly original artists—or why embracing your inner child may be the secret to great creativity—you won’t want to miss this conversation.</p> <p class="wp-block-paragraph">ABOUT DAVE:<strong></strong></p> <p class="wp-block-paragraph">Dave Reminick, who lives with his family in Oak Park, Illinois, grew up in East Northport, Long Island. After high school, he attended Oberlin College and Conservatory, earning two degrees: a BA in Psychology and a BM in Saxophone Performance. Dave then earned two concurrent Masters degrees at the University of Michigan: an MA in Music Theory and an MM in Saxophone Performance. Finally, he pursued doctoral studies at Northwestern University, where he earned a DMA in Composition.</p> <p class="wp-block-paragraph">Dave spent nearly 20 years teaching university-level music theory, composition, and saxophone while also composing and performing professionally as a saxophonist. He has also spent nearly 20 years as singer/guitarist/co-songwriter for the Chicago post-punk band Paper Mice. New Music Box called his adult compositions “bracing, original, and often jaw-dropping.”</p> <p class="wp-block-paragraph"><a href="https://www.davidreminick.com">David Reminick          Website</a></p> <div id="full-video" class="wp-block-group video-container"> <div class="wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained"> <h2 id="full-video" class="wp-block-heading has-normal-font-size">Watch the full Podcast Video</h2> <p><iframe class="video" src=" https://www.youtube.com/embed/SbLb3OlYDo0?"YouTube video player </div> </div>
June 25, 2026
CANNABIS FOR SENIORS: BETTER SLEEP, LESS PAIN, AND IMPROVED QUALITY OF LIFE?
<p class="has-text-align-center">Noshing With Dr. Peter Grinspoon </p> <p class="has-text-align-center">Author, Aging Well with Cannabis: Feel Better, Sleep Better, and Live Better with Marijuana and CBD</p> <p>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?</p> <div class="wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex"> <div class="wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow"> <div class="wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex"> <div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-vivid-red-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-text-align-center wp-element-button" href="#full-video"><strong><strong>Watch Full Podcast Video</strong></strong></a></div> </div> </div> </div> <p>This week on “Ira’s Everything Bagel,” Ira sits down with Dr. Peter Grinspoon, physician, educator, and author of Aging Well with Cannabis: Feel Better, Sleep Better, and Live Better with Marijuana and CBD. As the son of legendary cannabis advocate Dr. Lester Grinspoon, Peter grew up with a unique perspective on one of the most controversial and misunderstood substances in modern medicine.</p> <p>During this fascinating conversation, Dr. Grinspoon discusses his father’s influential role in the cannabis legalization movement, the myths and misinformation that continue to cloud public understanding, and why he believes education—not ideology—is the key to making informed decisions about cannabis use.</p> <p>Peter explains why he rarely recommends smoking cannabis, favoring edibles and tinctures instead, and explores the often-blurred line between recreational and medical marijuana. He also discusses why many physicians still lack adequate training in medical cannabis, despite growing patient interest and expanding research.</p> <p>The conversation delves into cannabis’s potential benefits for older adults, including pain management, improved sleep, reduced isolation, and enhanced quality of life. Peter addresses concerns about cognitive effects, addiction, and safety, offering a balanced, evidence-based perspective that neither exaggerates the benefits nor ignores the risks.</p> <p>Ira and Peter also explore the history of cannabis prohibition, the role of addiction psychiatry, the growing body of neutral scientific research, and why many oncologists now support cannabis use as a complementary option for patients undergoing cancer treatment.</p> <p>Whether you’re curious about CBD, considering medical cannabis, caring for an aging loved one, or simply interested in the evolving science behind marijuana, this episode provides thoughtful insights from one of the field’s most respected voices.</p> <p>ABOUT PETER GRINSPOON:</p> <p>Peter Grinspoon, M.D., is a primary care physician and a board-certified addiction specialist at Massachusetts General Hospital, as well as an Instructor in Medicine at Harvard Medical School. He has 25 years of experience specializing in addiction treatment and cannabis medicine. A popular speaker frequently featured in the national media, Dr. Grinspoon discusses topics such as cannabis, addiction, and physician health. His private practice provides comprehensive addiction and recovery coaching, cannabis education, and patient certification (available in MA only). As an addiction coach, he offers extensive support to individuals and families at all stages of addiction and recovery.</p> <p><a href="https://www.petergrinspoon.com">Peter Grinspoon, M.D. Website</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/petergrinspoonmd">Peter Grinspoon, M.D. Facebook</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/peter_grinspoon/">Peter Grinspoon, M.D. Instagram</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/drpetergrinspoon/">Peter Grinspoon, M.D. LinkedIn</a></p> <p><a href="https://x.com/Peter_Grinspoon">Peter Grinspoon, M.D. X</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@drpetergrinspoon">Peter Grinspoon, M.D. YouTube </a></p> <div id="full-video" class="wp-block-group video-container"> <div class="wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained"> <h2 class="wp-block-heading has-normal-font-size" id="full-video">Watch the full Podcast Video</h2> <p><iframe class="video" src=" https://www.youtube.com/embed/0SmB7UiaS8w?si=DQS_2NmiFzE4Pe8X" title="YouTube video player" title="YouTube video player </div> </div>
June 18, 2026
SHATTERING THE MIRROR: ONE WOMAN'S POWERFUL PATH TO HEALING
<p class="has-text-align-center">Noshing With Lena Fein – June 18, 2026</p> <p class="has-text-align-center">Author, Shattering the Mirror: One Woman’s Journey of Healing</p> <p>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 forgiveness.</p> <div class="wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex"> <div class="wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow"> <div class="wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex"> <div class="wp-block-button"><a class="wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-vivid-red-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-text-align-center wp-element-button" href="#full-video"><strong><strong>Watch Full Podcast Video</strong></strong></a></div> </div> </div> </div> <p>Lena shares what inspired her to write her memoir and how her father’s death became the catalyst for finally telling her story. She discusses growing up with a mother who emotionally and physically abused her children while concealing that behavior from their father, leaving each daughter feeling isolated and alone.</p> <p>During the conversation, Lena reflects on a profound shift that occurred near the end of her mother’s life. Although her mother’s words had long carried anger and criticism, Lena discovered something unexpected when illness silenced her voice: compassion and regret communicated through her eyes. That realization began a ten-year journey of healing and self-discovery.</p> <p>Lena explains how uncovering her authentic self allowed her to become more grounded, develop deeper relationships, establish healthy boundaries, and embrace living in the present moment. She also discusses her sisters’ reactions to the book and why she believes that forgiveness—not forgetting, but freeing oneself—is essential to healing.</p> <p>This is a powerful and inspiring episode about resilience, family dynamics, self-awareness, and finding peace after pain.</p> <p>Topics Discussed:</p> <p>Childhood emotional and physical abuse</p> <p>Family secrets and dysfunction</p> <p>Writing a memoir of healing</p> <p>The impact of parental relationships</p> <p>Setting healthy boundaries</p> <p>Living in the present moment</p> <p>The meaning of forgiveness</p> <p>Rebuilding relationships</p> <p>Personal growth and self-discovery</p> <p>Finding strength through storytelling</p> <p>ABOUT LENA:</p> <p>Lena Fein lives in San Francisco, the city of her birth. After receiving a master’s degree in engineering from UC Berkeley, she enjoyed a successful career in high tech and founded a non-profit that funded health and education projects in at-risk communities around the globe. Now retired, Lena enjoys the arts in all their forms, including painting, singing, dancing, and writing. Currently, Lena is often seen taking long walks by the bay and hugging her grandbabies. Her memoir, “Shattering the Mirror” is about her quest to confront her life and see through the distortions of her traumatic childhood. Now in her late sixties, Lena lives with more freedom, clarity, and love than she ever imagined. The book is really about the truth that healing is possible at any age — and that wholeness is priceless.</p> <p><a href="https://shatteringthemirror.com">Shattering The Mirror Website</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579734643812">Lena Fein Facebook</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/lenafein.author/">Lena Fein Instagram</a></p> <p class="BodyA" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt; line-height: 16.866667px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: black; border: medium; letter-spacing: normal; white-space: normal;"> <p><span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: -webkit-standard; font-size: medium; letter-spacing: normal; white-space: normal;"></span></p> <div id="full-video" class="wp-block-group video-container"> <div class="wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained"> <h2 class="wp-block-heading has-normal-font-size" id="full-video">Watch the full Podcast Video</h2> <p><iframe class="video" src=" https://www.youtube.com/embed/OikBvcXAJKI?si=gOvBANteQWCXRGwl" title=" title="YouTube video player" title="YouTube video player </div> </div>
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