Ricky Kirshner '78 is one of the entertainment industry’s preeminent event producers.  His credits include many of the world’s most widely acclaimed, most watched and award-winning television specials, including the Tony Awards, 14 Super Bowl Half-Time Shows, the Democratic National Convention, Presidential Inaugurals and many others.
Ricky has received 28 EMMY Nominations  (including the last 16 years in a row) and has won 10 Emmy Awards, a Peabody Award and an Edward R. Murrow Award. 
Listen to our interview with Ricky to hear about his Newark Academy days and a behind-the-scenes look at his career.

From Vine to Fine Wine: Interview with Doug Polaner ’82

Newark Academy’s Alumni Podcast featuring conversations with Newark Academy alumni who are making a difference in the world. As one of the oldest independent schools in America, Newark Academy has produced leaders in various fields over the past 250 years. From Nobel winners to Grammy nominated Jazz Singers, you’ll hear interviews with them here.