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The Power Of Zero ShowDebunking Doug Andrew’s Roth IRA Hit Job VideoIn this episode of The Power of Zero Show, host David McKnight looks at Doug Andrew’s recent video in which he implored his audience to never use a Roth IRA or a Roth 401(k) again. Andrew sees Indexed Universal Life insurance (IUL) as far superior and believes it should be the source of the vast majority of your distributions in retirement. While David likes IUL in certain circumstances, he isn’t a fan of sales strategies that debase every other viable tax-free alternative in an effort to exalt IULs. For David, the vide...2025-04-3012 min

The Talk About Las Vegas Podcast | a podcast by Ira SternbergTalking With Alan Snel – March 24, 2025This week on “Talk About Las Vegas with Ira,” Ira sits down with Alan Snel of LVSportsBiz.com for a hard-hitting conversation about the biggest sports stories shaping the city. Alan shares exclusive insights from his candid interview with Emily Prazer, the newly appointed president of the Las Vegas Grand Prix, and unpacks the turbulent first year of the event—filled with controversy, logistical nightmares, and ongoing lawsuits. They dive into the potential legal settlements stemming from decisions made by Clark County and F1, the debate over economic impact reports versus actual costs, and the real toll on resort employees—especial...2025-03-2429 min $Ira\'s Everything Bagel$ Ira's Everything BagelNoshing With David Singer – March 6, 2025Author, From Cab Driver to Carnegie Hall This week on Ira’s Everything Bagel, Ira sits down with David Singer, author of From Cab Driver to Carnegie Hall. In this inspiring and deeply personal episode, David shares his incredible journey through music and life—from his early days surrounded by melodies to an unexpected love-driven decision to pick up the clarinet (he won the talent show but lost the girl!). Watch Full Podcast Video He opens up about the mentor who became his “musical father,” the struggles and resilience shaped by a complex family dynamic, and the ch...2025-03-0627 min $Ira\'s Everything Bagel$ Ira's Everything BagelNoshing With Andrew Buss – February 13, 2025Author, I AM MCLOVIN: How Superbad Became the Biggest Comedy Hit of Its Generation This week on Ira’s Everything Bagel, Ira sits down with Andrew Buss, author of I AM MCLOVIN: How Superbad Became the Biggest Comedy Hit of Its Generation. Andrew dives into his deep connection with the film, describing his first viewing as “electric” and reminiscing about seeing it with his father and grandfather. He shares how he balanced his roles as both a journalist and a passionate fan while writing the book, ensuring his love for the movie shone through. The conversation explores Superbad...2025-02-1328 min

The Talk About Las Vegas Podcast | a podcast by Ira SternbergTalking With David G. Schwartz – January 6, 2025This week, Ira spoke with David G. Schwartz, author of "Something For Your Money, A History of Las Vegas Casinos." In this episode of “Talk About Las Vegas With Ira,” David talks about how his background writing about Las Vegas, casinos, and gambling brought him to this current book; how the title ("Something For Your Money…") came to be; the most surprising thing he discovered; how one consistent theme was that marketing, promotion and PR grew the town; how innovation and not being sentimental about things also expanded Las Vegas; why gambling kickstarted the development of Las Ve-gas as a touris...2025-01-0625 min

The Talk About Las Vegas Podcast | a podcast by Ira SternbergTalking With David Garfield – December 9, 2024This week, Ira spoke with David Garfield, performing (with the David Garfield Quintet) at Maxan Jazz December 13-14. In this episode of “Talk About Las Vegas With Ira,” talks about starting early with music (with a Steinway grand piano in the house); how he got bitten by the rock and roll bug; why a trumpet solo in “Spinning Wheel” converted him to jazz; how jazz endures (improvisation makes it timeless); what keeps him laughing and smiling with his music; working with Smokey Robinson; how he looks at jazz today as opposed to 30 years ago; the difference in vibes between jazz and rock...2024-12-0930 min $Ira\'s Everything Bagel$ Ira's Everything BagelNoshing With Ken Khachigian – October 3, 2024Author, Behind Closed Doors: In the Room with Reagan & Nixon This week on Ira’s Everything Bagel Podcast, host Ira Sternberg welcomes a true political insider, Ken Khachigian. Author of the captivating book, Behind Closed Doors: In the Room with Reagan & Nixon, Ken sheds light on history-shaping moments he witnessed firsthand as confidant, strategist, and speechwriter to Presidents Richard Nixon and Ronald Reagan. Read The Full Transcript Watch Full Podcast Video A Treasure Trove of Untold Stories Ken dives into the inspiration behind Behind Closed Doors. He reveals a treasure trove of information, una...2024-10-0330 min $Ira\'s Everything Bagel$ Ira's Everything BagelNoshing With Marcia Naomi Berger – July 4, 2024Author, The Bipolar Therapist: A Journey From Madness to Love and Meaning This week, Ira spoke with Marcia Naomi Berger, author of The Bipolar Therapist: A Journey From Madness to Love and Meaning. In this therapeutic episode of “Ira’s Everything Bagel,” Marcia talks about her first manic episode; why it took three hospitalizations before she realized she needed help; how after her hospitalizations, her colleagues interacted with her with, in some cases, a lack of acceptance; how her illness helped her become more compassionate towards her clients ; why he did not lose her confidence being able to help p...2024-07-0427 min $Ira\'s Everything Bagel$ Ira's Everything BagelNoshing With David Weill – June 20, 2024Author, All That Really Matters This week, Ira spoke with David Weill, author of All That Really Matters. In this transplanted episode of “Ira’s Everything Bagel,” David talks about why he took the uncommon decision to leave his career as a transplant surgeon at a relatively early age and become a writer; his novel about Joe Bosco, an arrogant, hard-charging transplant surgeon whose ambition knows no bounds; how he named his main character; why writing fiction allowed him to explore more transparently the hospital ecosystem; how surgeons can suffer from compassion fatigue; why he consults and advocates...2024-06-2027 min $Ira\'s Everything Bagel$ Ira's Everything BagelNoshing With Warren Kozak – March 7, 2024Author, Waving Goodbye: Life After Loss Finding Peace After Loss: An Interview with Warren Kozak on “Ira’s Everything Bagel” Podcast This week on the Ira’s Everything Bagel Podcast, host Ira Sternberg spoke with Warren Kozak, author of the acclaimed book, Waving Goodbye: Life After Loss. In this poignant and deeply personal episode, Warren discusses his journey through grief after the unexpected passing of his wife, Lisa. Read The Full Transcript Watch Full Podcast Video Coping with Loss: A Book Unexpected The episode dives into the inspiration behind Waving Goodbye: Life Afte...2024-03-0730 min

The Talk About Las Vegas Podcast | a podcast by Ira SternbergTalking With Karan Feder – January 10, 2022This week, Ira Sternberg spoke with Karan Feder, curator of the new Barbie exhibition, Barbie®, A Cultural Icon: 60 Years of Fashion and Inspiration (located inside The Shops at Crystals). In this 30-minute episode of Talk About Las Vegas, Karan talks about how COVID (and her downtime from the Nevada State Museum) led her to put the exhibition together; how she met and relied on Las Vegan David Porcello and his extensive collection of Barbie dolls; why the exhibit is a deep dive into fashion; why culture and fashion cannot be separated; why the Ken doll came on the scene; the e...2022-01-1029 min $Ira\'s Everything Bagel$ Ira's Everything BagelNoshing With Cynthia Meyers – December 9, 2021Owner & Founder, Confluence Financial Planning, LLC This week, Ira spoke with Cynthia Meyers, owner and founder of Confluence Financial Planning, LLC, based in Sacramento. In this planning episode of Ira’s Everything Bagel, Cynthia talks about the importance of living a balanced life; why goals are important in order to plan for your financial future; why it’s never too late to get started; knowing the purpose behind putting money away; the difference between planning and investments; why it’s important to check on the beneficiaries on all of your retirement accounts; and the importance of recognizing your va...2021-12-0828 min $Ira\'s Everything Bagel$ Ira's Everything BagelNoshing With Steve Herman – December 2, 2021 Journalist, Voice Of America This week, Ira spoke with Steve Herman, senior White House correspondent for Voice Of America and subsequently its White House bureau chief (2017-2021. In this journalistic episode of Ira’s Everything Bagel, Steve talks about the unique history of the Voice Of America; why the agency is the only news organization in the world to be mandated by law to be objective; his long and eclectic journalism career; his adventures as a White House correspondent; how he has the energy to fly around the world in Air Force One (with little time to sle...2021-12-0228 min $Ira\'s Everything Bagel$ Ira's Everything BagelNoshing With Jon Gadget – November 25, 2021Host, YouTube channel, “Jon Gadget, Gear For Life Reviewed” This week, Ira spoke with Jon Gadget, host of the YouTube channel, “Jon Gadget, Gear For Life Reviewed.” In this handy little episode of Ira’s Everything Bagel, Jon talks about his love for gadgets; the successful business he built around them; why he decided to start a YouTube channel designed to reflect his passion for finding products and evaluating them; his unique approach to reviewing everyday carry items, outdoor gear, tools, multi tools knives, and more; and his biggest gadget of all – his Airstream! Jonathan, “Jon Gadget,” h...2021-11-2527 min $Ira\'s Everything Bagel$ Ira's Everything BagelNoshing With Joshua Jay – November 18, 2021Author, How Magicians Think: Misdirection, Deception, and Why Magic Matter This week, Ira spoke with Joshua Jay, author of How Magicians Think: Misdirection, Deception, and Why Magic Matters. In this conjuring episode of Ira’s Everything Bagel, Joshua talks about his journey through magic starting at age seven when his father showed him a trick; why it’s important to think like your audience; pushing your boundaries; why the best part of magic is the part most people never get to see; what it was like to interview David Copperfield, Teller, and David Blaine; why his book skirts...2021-11-1824 min $Ira\'s Everything Bagel$ Ira's Everything BagelNoshing With Edwin Rojas – November 11, 2021President, Rojas Talent Group This week, Ira spoke with Edwin Rojas, president of the Rojas Talent Group. In this percentage episode of Ira’s Everything Bagel, Edwin talks about his life in entertainment, beginning with magic at age 10; his decision to focus on business and marketing; launching his career with cruise ships in Florida; why he loved selling the show more than doing the show; learning the four chairs of entertainment (performer, presenter, booker and agent); who he looked to for inspiration when he young (including Johnny Carson and magician Magician Richiardi); his decision to decision to mov...2021-11-1126 min $Ira\'s Everything Bagel$ Ira's Everything BagelNoshing With Ted Sobel – November 4, 2021Author, Touching Greatness This week, Ira spoke with Southern California-based sportscaster Ted Sobel, author of the evocative Touching Greatness. In this play-by-play episode of Ira’s Everything Bagel, Ted talks about growing up in a special time in Southern California; his friendship with Dave Hull, the L.A. air personality who encouraged him to pursue broadcasting studies at Los Angeles City College, which led to his long career in the field; his early days as a student covering the Los Angeles Kings, and his fight to be taken seriously by the team’s public relations director; the best a...2021-11-0428 min $Ira\'s Everything Bagel$ Ira's Everything BagelNoshing With Woody Goulart – October 28, 2021Author, KHJ Los Angeles: Boss Radio Forever — 1960s Rock and Roll Radio History This week, Ira spoke with Woody Goulart, author of KHJ Los Angeles: Boss Radio Forever — 1960s Rock and Roll Radio History. In this boss episode of Ira’s Everything Bagel, Woody talks about the amazing impact of KHJ radio in Los Angeles in the 60’s; the concept of the format, which included more music, short jingles, and powerful air personalities; the dynamic duo of Robert W. Morgan and The Real Don Steele; why he wrote a thesis on Bill Drake, the leading force of the Boss...2021-10-2832 min

The Talk About Las Vegas Podcast | a podcast by Ira SternbergTalking With Magician David Goldrake – May 3, 2021This week, Ira Sternberg spoke with magician David Goldrake, “The International Man of Mystery,” currently performing a 65-minute magical spectacle at Notoriety Live, every Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 7 p.m. In this 30-minute episode of Talk About Las Vegas, Goldrake talks about discovering magic at age eight and using it to validate his existence as a child; why magic is a meritocracy; why he calls himself the “International Man of Mystery”; how he combines American show business with European flair; overcoming obstacles on the road to success; the factor of “staying ready” as opposed to “being ready”; why touch is important in ma...2021-05-0329 min

The Smallbiz BrainIra Bass: The Linked Profile MakeoverIra Bass, CEO of Connect To Success is Your LinkedIn Guy. After a long and distinguished career as an advertising media director, Ira founded IB Media LLC in 2007. In an effort to stimulate growth, Ira began to use LinkedIn to build his network of contacts and pursue new business opportunities.After landing several multi-million dollar accounts as a direct result of his LinkedIn interactivity, Ira was inspired to launch Connect to Success to help other professionals achieve their own business goals. Since starting the company, Ira has shared his LinkedIn expertise globally with both corporations and individuals...2018-05-1721 min