Highly Unoffended

On this cold December afternoon live in studio we are honored to have Former NYFD Firefighter Tim Brown with us. Tim is a 9/11 Survivor, and Founder of The Families,Inc. He is a town local that left to NYC, shortly finding himself in the South Bronx and Washington Heights and responding to the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing. We all have seen media footage of that day, but to have the privilege to sit...

This evening we have Greg Dillon, author of "The thin blue lie" he explains while working and running a fugitive operations team he discovers reports being  falsified and other shady dealings. He persevers and does the right thing only to be ostracized and backstabbed. This book is a testimony that some individuals aren't for sale. WB Tim and myself had a great discourse with Greg,...

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 con...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 h...

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...

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 d...

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 g...

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 p...

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 co...

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 violent...

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 violent...

PART 2 End of Tour with Pete Thron.

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 bruta...

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...

 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 sh...

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.