Ira Flatow Bio | Wiki
Ira Flatow is a veteran American journalist, author, and podcaster presently hosting Science Friday, a popular program that airs on Public Radio International. Previously, he hosted an Emmy-Award-winning television science program that also aired on PBS. He is also an author and has published a couple of books including Present at the Future: From Evolution to Nanotechnology.
Ira Flatow Age | Birthday
He was born on March 7, 1949, in New York City, in the United States of America. Ira is 72 years old and celebrates his birthday on March 9 every year.
Ira Flatow’s Height
He is a man of average stature. Ira stands at a height of 5 ft 10 in (approx. 1.77 m).
Ira Flatow Family
He was born and also brought up in New York City under the loving care of his supportive and loving parents whose identity remains under review. Ira is an American citizen by birth but belongs to the white ethnicity.
Ira Flatow Wife
He is happily married to his beautiful wife realtor Miriam Flatow. The duo has been living under the same roof since they were wedded in 1983. As of now, the couple share three adorable children. Ira and his admirable family currently reside in Connecticut.
Ira Flatow Education
Growing up in New York Ira attained his High School Diploma from a local high school before pursuing further studies at New York State University in Buffalo. There, he graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1983.
Ira Flatow Books
Ira is also an author and has published a couple of several best-selling books in the United States. Some of his popular books include:
- Present at the Future (2007)
- They All Laughed (1992)
- Rainbows, Curveballs and Other Wonders of the Natural World Explained (1989)
- Ira: Science Fair Winner (2019)
Ira Flatow Newton’s Apple
Newton’s Apple is an American educational television program that was aired from October 15, 1983, to September 5, 1999. The network was initially distributed by PBS Network. Its title was based on the legend of Isaac Newton sitting under a tree and an apple falling near him. Ira appeared on the show during the first six seasons as a host. The show was awarded numerous awards including the 1989 Daytime Emmy Award, the Parent’s Choice Award, and the American Association for the Advancement of Science Science Journalism Award among others.
Ira Flatow Science Friday
Science Friday is a popular weekly call-in talk show that airs each Friday and is distributed by WNYC Studios and airs over 400 public radio stations. The show is mainly hosted by award-winning science journalist Ira. In the show, he mainly covers topics under technology, nature, medicine, and Science. The popular radio program is produced by Science Friday Initiative, a 501(c)(3) organization.
Ira Flatow Podcast
Furthermore, the host’s Science Friday Podcast which is produced by WNYC. It is a popular podcast with over 23 million downloads and with over 1.8 million tuned n listeners each week. Currently, it has aired over 50 episodes and has been rated a 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Ira Flatow NPR
Previously, Ira worked at NPR for 15 years that was from 1971 to 1986. There, he worked under several roles such as the network’s science correspondent, associate producer, and production assistant and covered major topics including Three Mile Island, HIV/AIDS, and the Kennedy Space Center among others.
Ira Flatow Net Worth
From working as a podcaster, author, and journalist, there is no doubt that she has garnered a desirable amount of his legally acquired wealth. Ira’s average net worth is $8 million.
How Old Is Ira Flatow
He was born to his hardworking parents on March 7, 1949, in New York City, in the United States of America. Therefore, Ira is 72 years old.
Is Ira Flatow Married
Yes, he is a loving husband to his beautiful and caring wife Miriam Flatow since they were wedded in 1983.