Events

Upcoming Events
30
June
Upcoming Event
Program #68, Podcast #32: Infinite Dialogues

My "Technologist by day, writer by night" byline caught this popular podcaster's attention, and we'll be talking about this particular work/life balance of mine, as a way of guiding others on the same path - which I will do with extreme pleasure.

6
July
Upcoming Event
Program #69, Podcast #33: Elspend Realities, Nigeria

I have been invited to this interesting podcast ostensibly to talk about Zaidy's War, but more specifically to discuss my commitment to preserving and sharing stories that might otherwise be forgotten.

Elsplend Realities explores the stories, experiences, and perspectives that shape how we understand ourselves and the world around us. We'll be discussing writing, history, legacy, storytelling, and what I've learned from researching and bringing important narratives to life through my work.

13
July
Upcoming Event
Program #70, Podcast #34: The Mike Wagner Show, SD

And I quote:

"Mike Wagner is a 30+ year broadcasting veteran interviewing the most interesting guests from celebrities, actors, singers, writers to the most interesting people today!"

Well I'm delighted to be considered interesting! We'll be talking of Zaidy's War.

15
July
Upcoming Event
Program #71, Podcast #35: One More Thing Before You Go

This podcast's misson is "to explore the richness of the human experience — from food and travel to history and art, from entertainment and creativity to legacy and personal transformation. Through cinematic, heartfelt conversations, we invite listeners to pause, reflect, and rediscover meaning in the everyday moments that connect us all… offering one more insight, one more story, one more thing before you go."

Enter Zaidy's War.

20
July
Upcoming Event
Program #72, Book Talk #35: Hadassah, Monroe, NJ

The Hadassah organization's NJ chapter has invited me to talk to them about Zaidy's War.

Hadassah-WIZO welcomed Zaidy's family to Israel, so I'll be expressing my hakarat hatov as part of my presentation.

5
Aug
Upcoming Event
Program #73, Podcast #36: Hidden Secrets in Books

With Zaidy's War as the jumping-off point, we're going to discuss the balance between a professional career and a deep commitment to writing, research, and preserving meaningful stories.

We're going to get throughly into the weeds:

- The path from technology into becoming a published author

- How writing became such an important part of my life

- The inspiration behind Zaidy’s War and why it feels especially significant

- The process of researching historical and Jewish-interest topics

-...

6
Oct
Upcoming Event
Program #74, Podcast #37: Teatime with Miss Liz, Canada

I'll be talking about Zaidy's War with Miss Liz, who is "A Woman Making A Difference With A Cup of Tea."

The TEA?: Teaching Educational Awareness.

This promises to be a charming conversation.

25
Oct
Upcoming Event
Program #75, Book Talk #36: Qesher Book Club, Hungary

Qesher, connection in Hebrew, is a project that introduces Jewish life around the world.

They have a virtual book club.

I'm talking about Zaidy's War to that book club.

9
Nov
Upcoming Event
Book Talk #37, School #2: Westchester Day School, Mamaroneck, NY

Talking about Zaidy's War in a delicate manner to youngsters and their parents, as the calendar leads up to all the "Yom"s.

18
Nov
Upcoming Event
Book Talk #38, Synagogue #12: Temple Emanuel Book Club, Denver, CO

The lively and lovely book club at Temple Emanuel will be reading Zaidy's War, and upon conclusion, I'll drop in via zoom (or in person - we shall see), read some excerpts, and will be delighted to engage with their commentary and questions.

11
Dec
Upcoming Event
Podcast #38: Book Lover's Companion, Austria

Talking about Zaidy's War on a podcast that focuses on "Books, Writers, and their Craft." I love books, I'm a writer, and I suppose I'm crafty.

12
April
Upcoming Event
Book Talk #39, JCC #6: JCC of the Lehigh Valley, Allentown, PA

Yet another place pleased with my Zaidy's War talk, who is bringing me back for a haggadah talk. This is a repeated happenstance that is a complete and utter totally satisfying pleasure.


Past Events
28
June
Past Event
Program #67, Discussion Panel #2: The Memory Keepers, American Library Association Annual Conference, Chicago, IL

This will be my second experience serving as a panelist, alongside my Amsterdam Publishers colleagues. The event will be moderated by our editor-in-chief, Liesbeth Heenk.

"This reflective staged event features Jewish authors in moderated conversation, exploring shared themes of survival, loss, rebuilding, and intergenerational memory. Rather than summarizing individual books, the focus is on meaningful connections and contemporary relevance. Discussion topics include resilience during war,...

25
June
Past Event
Program #66, Discussion Panel #1, Synagogue #11: The Memory Keepers, Congregation B'nai Tikvah, Deerfield, IL

This will be my first experience serving as a panelist, alongside my Amsterdam Publishers colleagues. The event will be moderated by the synagogue rabbi.

The Memory Keepers: An Extraordinary Gathering of Authors Shares Family Stories of Holocaust Survival and What Came Next - Event - Congregation B'nai Tikvah

24
June
Past Event
Program #65, Book Talk #34, Lunch n' Learn #2: Oxford University Press, Cary, NC & New York, NY

Oxford University Press has invited me to a simulcasted lunchtime Zoom talk about Zaidy's War for their American offices, and to simply say that I'm looking forward to the engagement is really not fully explaining how blisteringly thrilled I am about the opportunity to do so.

1
June
Past Event
Program #64, Podcast # 31: Your Lot and Parcel, CA

I've been invited to talk about Zaidy's War on this podcast with an interesting moniker. The vision:

"Welcome to "Your Lot and Parcel," the podcast dedicated to sparking curiosity and expanding your horizons. Each episode dives deep into various topics, from science and technology to history, health, and personal development. Our mission is to educate and inform, bringing expert interviews, in-depth analysis, and practical takeaways that you can apply to your daily life. Whether you're a...

19
April
Past Event
Program #63, Book Talk #33: Jewish War Vets, Freehold, NJ

Honored to be speaking to such an audience about Zaidy's War, on my birthday!

13
April
Past Event
Program #62, Book Talk #32, JCC #5: JCC of the Lehigh Valley, Allentown, PA

Honored to be speaking about Zaidy's War on Yom HaShoah.

24
March
Past Event
Program #61, Book Talk #31, JCC #4: Active Seniors group of the JCC of Northern NJ, in the Kol Dorot building, River Edge, NJ

Haggadah talk with a lively group of senior folks. I presented Zaidy's War last year, and I'm coming back for something lighter.

17
March
Past Event
Program #60, Book Talk #30, Library #7, Chabad #3, Zoom #4: Chabad of the Five Towns Smile on Seniors, at the Levi Yitzchak Library, Cedarhurst, NY

Another venue that first had me talk about Zaidy's War, and now wants me to talk to them about haggadot. Totally game.

12
March
Past Event
Program #59, Podcast #30: JM in the AM with Nachum Segal, NJ

I've been invited to Nachum Segal's studio to talk about Haggadahpalooza and my entire haggadah history, and who knows what else might come up?

9
March
Past Event
Program #58, Podcast #29: Echoes of Expression, NY

I'll be speaking with a pair of impressive seniors at North Shore Hebrew Academy High School about Zaidy's War, and the broad subject of resilience throughout history.

8
March
Past Event
Program #56 & #57, Book Talk #28 & #29, Synagogue #10: Temple Beth Emeth, Toronto, Canada

Headed to the Great White North for multiple talks.

Beth Emeth Presents: Family Haggadah Book Event | UJA Federation of Greater Toronto

Books & Bagels: Family Book Event - Event - Beth Emeth Bais Yehuda Synagogue

Beth Emeth Presents: Books & Bagels Family Event

1
March
Past Event
Program #55, Book Talk #27: YU Seforim Sale, New York, NY

They've brought me back to close the show again. Launching Haggadahpalooza to the public.

Haggadah Another Good Feeling About This, Sunday, March 1, 2026, 12 - 1 pm - Yeshiva University Events Calendar | Yeshiva University

Jewish Link Columnist To Speak and Sign Books At YU Seforim Sale - The Jewish Link

4
Feb
Past Event
Program #54, Podcast #28: The Making of Me, Nigeria

Broadcasting from Nigeria to talk to me about Zaidy's War. The continent seems to be fascinated by it.

15
Jan
Past Event
Program #53, Podcast #27: Amy's Bookshelf Reviews, NY

Broadcasting out of Malta, NY, Amy is an avid reader who tends to interview the authors of practically everything she reads. Nice niche. Zaidy's War will be the topic.

11
Dec
Past Event
Program #52, Podcast #26: Who's On My Mind?, TX

Zaidy's on my mind, that's who. This podcast happen just a few days before what will have been Zaidy's 107th birthday, and it's going to be emotional.

5
Sep
Past Event
Program #51, Podcast #25: Abstract Essay, BC

My first return engagement with the same podcaster, Mr. Daniel Lucas, but under a different show. It's not a small thing to be invited back by the #1 podcaster on Podmatch.

Last time, under Daniel's Book 101 Review, we kidded around about The Dad Jokes Haggadah. This time, we're going to get heavier as we delve into the emotional aspects and historical accuracies of Zaidy's War.

4
Aug
Past Event
Program #50, Podcast #24: Relatable Wisdom, Nigeria

Nigeria is calling again to talk about Zaidy's War almost as much as India is. And "Wisdom" isn't necessarily what I or Zaidy have to offer, but it's the host's actual first name. How about that. Looking forward.

31
July
Past Event
Program #49, Podcast #23: Spirits and Stories, GA

Donald Dunn is a military man, so our conversation about Zaidy's War will focus highly on the war part of the story. Mr. Dunn is also a paranormal researcher, and Zaidy's story could certainly be qualified as that. Oh yes, this is going to be interesting.

24
July
Past Event
Program #48, Podcast #22: Online for Authors, NC

Ms. Teri Mari Brown seems to be an ebullient personality, and I'm certainly going to enjoy unpacking Zaidy's War with her.

11
June
Past Event
Program #47, Book Talk #26, Synagogue #9: Temple Sinai, Saratoga Springs, NY

3-hour road trip to deliver the story of Zaidy's War.

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