This week, Ira spoke with Simone O. Elias, author of "Old Films, Young Eyes: A Teenage Take On Hollywood's Golden Age." In this episode of “Ira’s Everything Bagel,” Simone talks about how she got interested in classic films; why she discovered redeeming qualities about them; their modern relevance; themes that were consistent across all genres that reflected the times; films that made an impression on her; how she had a real life connection to these movies; TCM as the classic film community center; why the past is “incredibly important” to learn from; and how the teenage perspective is important.