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Tonight in studio we have Mr. TJ English. He has authored great true crime classics such as "The Westies" and more! This evening we discuss the epic sage of Los Muchachos, 2 Cuban anti-Castro exiles formed one of the most successfull cocaine-trafficking organizations in the 1980's that grew to make more than $100 million a year, in Miami. Thank you TJ for the evening of gripping conversation with the Crew. So bust out your best 80's gear and a mojito, or just tune in and come for the ride.
On this rainy cold night, we are joined in studio with CT's own Author Joe Lopa. We discuss polygraph examination,the mental health wellness and breakdown(once you see something, you cant unsee it) and how writing became therapeutic for him and has brought about his series of books. He wears many hats, but wears them all continuously with pride and dedication. Come for the ride as this guy is a open book. Joe, please don't forget about us cause I definitely see you making the big leagues!
As the time comes around shortly towards the election. This evening in studio we have both sides putting it on the table with Dave P. also Chuck B. and myself. This episode will stimulate some thinking! Come for the ride!
On this cool fall evening, I have a visit from Dave P. I had the pleasure of working many security gigs with Dave, he is on the other side on many topics than me but decides to sit down and talk about it(much respect) come for the ride!
On this pre St. Paddys day live in studio, we have Nick Bosse and the Northern Roots(abbreviated) Don Barnes-Guitar/Nick Canelmo- Bass/ Dan CZ-Drums. Nick is born and raised in Southern Eastern Connecticut. Singer-songwriter Nashville recording artist that is a proud Father and needs no reminding of his upbringing and the music that has shaped him. I had the pleasure to sit with Nick and the boys and talk about everything and anything(and we did). If you're already a fan, pretty sure you will see a side of him on this episode that will only make you endear him more. If you weren't a Nick Bosse fan before, you are now! Thank you gentleman, see you guys down the road.
Ok people, on this episode lets get our Ray-Bans, linen pants /Huaraches/ shoulder pads and skinny ties and visit the pastel paradise of Miami. In my recent travels, I was fortunate to sit down with Alex Alonso. South Florida native, oh yeah almost 3 decades with ICE/HSI. We discuss his first look at the undercover side, also the "Cocaine Cowboys" era. The undercover work must of ignited his acting flames, leading him to Tactical consultant and Bodyguard/Badguy working with Colin Farrell and Jamie Foxx in the 2006 Miami Vice movie. Grab a mojito or a frozen drink, and come for the ride!(Don't bring any funny business inside the vehicle) Thank you Alex.
Last month I was fortunate to catch up with my friend Alex Reymundo. Comedian, President of Number Juan Tequila(proud sponsor of the Highly Unoffended podcast) he is one of the original "Latin Kings of Comedy" ALMA award recipient with specials on HBO, Showtime, Comedy Central and Netflix. Never a dull moment when you hang with this cat. Thank you Alex for parking the bus and taking the time to hang. Thank you to Divi, for allowing us to use the CW south studio.
If you're a CT native you've definitely seen national recording artist Jeff Pitchell on many local stages or seen him side by side with many industry greats performing his craft on the Main stage. This evening in Co-chair returns Dan CZ(CZ Beastly Beats/accompanied me on the Tito Puente Jr. episode) and long time friend to Jeff, Tom Pentalow(Usual suspect here at the studio) Tonight we have the pleasure to have Jeff in studio, guitar in hand. Tonights conversation gets volleyed more than a ping pong tournament, from Jeff's childhood to presently having his new CD "Playing with My Friends" at #1 on the Electric Blues Charts. Great hang gentlemen, thank you Jeff and Dan for the improv jam session.
This cold full moon November night , we have Matt Griffin live in studio. Matt is a Father/ former special forces rescue swimmer/Law Enforcement Officer and Undercover operative. Tonights episode we discuss his book "The Journey To Midnight" Am undercover officer's path from suicide to redemption. *Tonights conversation between Matt, Tom, Tim and myself definitely turned into a heart to heart . Thank you gentlemen!
This evening under grey tinted skies, I have the pleasure to catch up with Ace Livingston(I actually played High school soccer with him). He is a jazz artist,instructor,clinician and session bassist. While traveling the globe and playing with such acts as J-Lo, Harry Connick Jr. Usher, Pink and so many more. I remember Ace as a quiet dude who allowed the sound of the ball hitting the net do most of the talking for him. I haven't seen this guy since 1991, but Damn that quiet dude has evolved into a power house of a human being! Ace, thank you for the genuine hang.
This rainy New haven night cant stop the mambo rock with Tito Puente Jr. at the Shubert theatre. Sitting in co-chair tonight with me is drummer Dan CZ Beastly Beats. This evening we merely scratch the layers of who is TP Jr.! I could easily hang with this gentleman at a 5 star restaurant or outside a bodega drinking a malta. Please come for the ride!
This evening in studio we have Michael Liebowitz, who in 1998 the 21 year old Liebowitz was convicted on a felony assault charge. Today he has been released for 2 months, has co-authored a book called "Down the Rabbit hole" giving his unique perspective on why Correctional goals are failing and not achieving its goals with todays inmate population.
On this warm October night fresh off the road we are fortunate to receive a last minute visit from Nashville recording artist Jordan Oaks and his band. Jordan is in town to perform at a fundraiser event for our two fallen Law Enforcement brothers from Bristol PD. On tonight's episode we start off with some bag pipes(courtesy of White Boy Tim, get your tissue ready) then Jordan and the boys do what they do, performing their Law Enforcement tribute song "He Bleeds Blue"! great laughs and conversation and they definitely loosened the shingles here at the studio! All these guys are a class act, lets get out there and check them out. Buckle up and come for the ride.
This evening we welcome Raymond Bechard, speaker, human rights advocate and author of "The Berlin Turnpike" a true story of human trafficking in America. Many of us drive down this route on a daily, we frequent its restaurants, and its multitude of stores. Raymond Bechard takes us on a dark ride on the pike and shows how the worlds oldest profession meets today technology(and not in a good way) it is right under our noses on a daily basis, we might see it or choose not to see it. Thank you Raymond, for this compelling segment.
This evening in studio, we have CT's own Joby Rodgers. He is better known as the worlds #1 Michael Jackson tribute artist. He has traveled the world wowing audiences. Tonight White Boy Tim and I have the pleasure to listen to his travels, experiences, highs and lows and his eclectic taste in music. This guy is no one trick pony, he has many layers! So put on your one glove, polish up your penny loafers and come for the ride! Thank you again Joby
This June evening in studio we have Bail Enforcement Agent Doug White. He shares his early childhood years growing up around a outlaw biker gang (#1 rule... There are no rules!) We speak of martial arts, weapons, bouncing in bars. Then traveling the world with Linkin Park as security. Today Doug is out there pursuing and apprehending fugitives that are out on bond and have skipped out on their court dates.
This evening we have Mike Panus in studio with us. Mike's life was on the fast track to success. As a Marine and a College student in his Senior year, Mike's life came to an abrupt halt one cold winter night in 2005. Mike was celebrating with his friends and decided to get behind the wheel of his car after having too much to drink. His vehicle slipped on a patch of black ice and violently crashed, ejecting him from the vehicle and if you wanna know the rest. buckle up and come for the ride on this episode of Highly Unoffended. Mike is a great soul, paying his penitents on a daily basis by giving back with his motivational speaking. Thanks for the visit Mike!
This evening we have Mike Panus in studio with us. Mike's life was on the fast track to success. As a Marine and a College student in his Senior year, Mike's life came to an abrupt halt one cold winter night in 2005. Mike was celebrating with his friends and decided to get behind the wheel of his car after having too much to drink. His vehicle slipped on a patch of black ice and violently crashed, ejecting him from the vehicle and if you wanna know the rest. buckle up and come for the ride on this episode of Highly Unoffended. Mike is a great soul, paying his penitents on a daily basis by giving back with his motivational speaking. Thanks for the visit Mike!
On this evening we have in studio, Pete Thron. He was a rising star in the NYPD Housing Authority Division during the era of the war on drugs(crack epidemic)in upper Manhattan. Conducting undercover operations, dealing with confidential informants and making arrest. Then in a split second, his career came crashing down as a buy-and-bust operation goes awry making him a victim of the city's brutal police politics. Finding himself behind bars and betrayed by the job he loved and bled for. From walking the beat in Harlem, to walking the rec yard in the New York penal system. Thank you Pete for your studio visit this evening.
On this brisk December morning, the Crew travels to DeSantis Gunhide in Amityville,NY. Where Gene DeSantis took us along a guided tour of his facility that has a great mixture of old world artisan craftsmanship and new school technology, resulting in a brand name that is synonymous with superb quality as a top industry leader and innovator. Come along and listen as we have a dialogue with Gene about his beginnings and almost 50 years of his craft that are spread worldwide. Once again thank you, your sons and staff for the royal treatment.
On this warm June summer evening, live in studio we have the pleasure to sit down with Kathy Rodriguez. She's an open book, she explains her early years growing up in the inner city then drug using and selling that lead her to saying goodbye to her young children for a 8 year incarceration sentence. We speak openly about her time inside, transition/mental health to her new reality and how she positively applied her time inside. Her story is still in transition and evolving on a daily, so please listen in to she where she is at today and giving back at every and any turn that she can. No doubt in my mind that she will return to the show in the future with more accolades and personal triumphs. Kathy, thank you for sharing this evening with Ramon and myself.
This evening in studio we have the pleasure to sit down with Ret Sgt. Tom Pentalow, he wore many hats in his tenure with his agency. We talk about retirement, going back to school and a whole bunch of other things. Tom's new mission is to help anyone in the first responder circle dealing with the daily horrors they face. hope to see you again soon Tom.
In this episode, Retired Federal Agent and College Basketball Coach Bob Starkman shares with us his experiences from working inside a prison, then working narcotics on the street, eventually ending up in Miami seizing kilos of coke and duffle bags of money during the infamous "Cocaine Cowboys" days. Meanwhile coaching basketball and being a family man. He highly elaborates his mindset on teamwork, how it has helped him personally and professionally. Also using it to help his players on and off the court. Bob throws us for a loop when he brings his Foreword writer of his book "Inside Both Courts" Ret.FBI Special Agent Joe Pistone aka "The real Donnie Brasco" Joe does some great sharing with us(just listen!) When these two gentleman walked in the room, its like your cool uncle just walk in the room(But you know damn well you're gonna respect them.Fuggedaboutit) We had a fabulous exchange with these two salt of the earth dudes! sorry for the hold up, Coach Starkman already hit me with a delay of game and traveling! thank you again fellas.
This episode we are visited by John Randolph, cool dude/international violinist. We talk shop, personal interest and whatever came to mind.
Come and take a ride to the South Bronx(70s/80s) with Retired Det. Ralph Friedman. 2000 arrests. More than 100 off-duty arrests. 6000 assists. 15 shootings. 8 shot. 4 kills. This is the record that makes Detective 2nd grade Ralph Friedman the NYPD's most decorated Detective.
Jimmy sits down with Ed Calderon. Ed has worked in the fields of counter narcotics, organized crime investigations in the northern-border region of Mexico. Also worked and coordinated executive protection for high-level government officials and visiting dignitaries. He has had the privilege of sharing his expertise with members of federal law Enforcement including the FBI, BORTAC, Navy SEALS. Currently Ed travels North America doing security consulting and conducting seminars and private training courses in anti-abduction, escapology, unarmed combat region specific protection work and unconventional edged weapons.
Jimmy and Ramon ,night before the election. actors/musician , stay in your lane!
In this episode, Jimmy introduces his guest Charles Baberi of Force Management Sytems LLC. https://force-management-systems.com/about-the-instructor/
In this episode of Highly Unoffended, Jimmy, and Ramon talk about current topics, firearms, 2nd amendment, Ronis, and more...
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