Al Herskovitz

The Tall, Skinny Jewish Kid with Eyeglasses from Bridgeport Al Herskovitz

Al Herskovitz is an 87-year-old Korean War veteran who, following his service to America, embarked upon a 68-year (and still going strong) career in the radio business. In The Tall Skinny Jewish Kid from Bridgeport: A Radio Guy's Chance Encounters with the Colorful and Famous, he vividly recalls the fascinating characters with whom he crossed paths as a child of immigrants, a young man in the army, and then as a highly respected radio broadcaster. These include show business celebrities, sports stars, politicians, several mysterious international figures (including a spy or two), and even a few mobsters