When Alan Geik was growing up, the men seated around the family’s dinner table often included some of the most feared killers and high-powered racketeers of the 20th century. He regarded these jewelry thieves, casino operators and one time Murder Inc. assassins as uncles and family friends. Their names frequently made headlines, men such as George Gordon, Charlie “The Bug” Workman, Ruby Kolod and Michael “Trigger Mike” Coppola. Geik gathered their stories and reflections over several decades for his latest book, Uncle Charlie Killed Dutch Schultz. An intimate look at organized crime, Geik will share his memories of this cast of notorious characters and the stories they told him about their criminal exploits.
Program from 7 to 8 p.m. Book Signing from 8 to 9 p.m.
Featured Speaker
Alan Geik
Alan Geik has achieved success in various fields throughout his career. He holds a Master of Science degree from the London School of Economics & Political Science, where he honed his analytical and critical thinking skills. Geik is a lifetime member of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) Local #770 and the Motion Picture Editors Guild in Hollywood, California. He has worked as a film editor for the popular sports television program, Wide World of Sports, and for Paramount Pictures in Hollywood, CA. In addition to his work in film, Geik has also been involved in the entertainment industry as a former on-air host for KCRW’s Latin Dimensions in Santa Monica and also for KXLU’s Alma del Barrio in Los Angeles programs. He produced Caravana Cubana: Late Night Sessions, a music project that was nominated for two Grammy Awards. Geik is also a published author and has contributed to popular financial and economics online publications such as Seeking Alpha and Talk Markets. He has written two books: Glenfiddich Inn, a novel set in the World War I era in Boston, New York, and Scotland; and Uncle Charlie Killed Dutch Schultz—the Jewish mob, a family affair, an account of his family’s 20th-century organized crime culture. His unique perspectives and insights have enriched the entertainment and finance industries, and his literary works have captivated readers with their compelling stories.
