Dave Itzkoff is the Culture Reporter for the New York Times. He is also the author of Robin, a biography about the life and death of actor and comedian, Robin Williams. Dave was in town for the Jewish Book Festival at The J and Lern was lucky enough to meet him at Plaza Frontenac to discuss the book as well as his interesting career in journalism. If you are a fan of Robin Williams in any capacity, you must own a copy of Robin—the book is extensively researched and full of life moments that will captivate you. Dave has created a time capsule for Robin Williams’ life that will live on for generations just like the fantastic plethora of movies, stand up specials and TV shows that Robin has left to the world.