Talks, Tactics and Tequila

Joe was awarded the Tony and Joseph Jefferson Award for his acclaimed performance as Richard Roma in David Mamet's Pulitzer Prize-winning play Glengarry Glen Ross. Some of Joe's film and television highlights are House of Games, Searching for Bobby Fisher, Godfather III, his Emmy, and Golden Globe nominated role of Dean Martin in The Ratpack, his Emmy nominated role of Pipi Delana in "The Last Don." For two seasons Joe starred with Mary Steenburgen and Amber Tamblyn in the critically acclaimed CBS drama Joan of Arcadia, winner of the 2004 People Choice Award for best new drama as well as picking up three Emmy nominations. In 2008 Joe reprised his Emmy nominated role of Lou Manahan opposite Debra Messing in USA Network series The Starter Wife. Joe has also lent his voice to the Disney/Pixar film, CARS2 and continues his 31-year run as Fat Tony on The Simpsons.

Joe lends much of his free time to several philanthropic endeavors. He was the National Spokesperson for the fundraising campaign to build The U.S. Army Museum, which opened in 2021. He's also an ambassador for the Gary Sinise Foundation, a charity which focuses on the needs of our most severely wounded veterans. He's also hosted the National Memorial Day Concert live from Washington DC since 2006. His other passions include various autism related organizations including ETTA, New Horizons, the Miracle Project, Ed Asner Family Center, The Help Group, and Easter Seals Chicago.

Joe also conceived and co-wrote the play "Bleacher Bums," a satirical look at fandom in the bleachers of Wrigley Field during the 70's. The play ran for years in Chicago and Los Angeles, ultimately winning an Emmy in Chicago for its broadcast on PBS. The play was so popular it was eventually produced as a feature film for Showtime. The play is still produced around the world today.

In April of 2011 Joe received a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and in 2014 he received a Lifetime Achievement award from the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce for his dedication to the community and craft of acting.

Joe returns as FBI Special Agent David Rossi for a reboot of the Hit CBS Drama Criminal Minds, now streaming on Paramount Plus.

Joe resides in Los Angeles with his wife of over 45 years Arlene, and their two daughters Mia and Gia.

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Guest: David Kitchen aka Coach Kitch Coach Kitch is the Founder and President of Edge Leadership Academy. He is a former Division 1 Coach, and a PhD Candidate with a master's degree in sport psychology, who has a decade of experience building leaders, culture, and mindset at the highest levels of sports and business. He is the author of The Pyramid: A System for Building Tomorrow's Leaders Today, and The Scoreboard: A Self-Audit System to Help You Build the Life You Want. As a speaker, consultant, and coach, Coach Kitch is trusted by 100+ CEO's, coaches, and high performers to help them lead and win in business, athletics, and life. www.edgeleadershipacademy.com @coachdkitch #coachdkitch Tequila: Milagro Barrel Reserve Silver www.milagrotequila.com

Mike Kuchinsky is a Maryland native. He retired from the US Secret Service Uniformed after over 30 years of service. His current "retirement job" is as campus police on a small Maryland college. He and his ex-wife, Caroline, have three wonderful children. Mike is an avid supporter of the US military and is proud to serve as a surrogate father to several wounded veterans. @operationenduringhope

Debbie is the Co-Founder and CEO of Jalisco International Import, Inc., a minority woman-owned business that produces and owns the ultra-premium tequila brand Señor Rio Tequila. She founded the business with her late-husband, Jonathan Gach. Prior to becoming an entrepreneur, she worked for over two decades in the Banking and Real Estate industries. During that time, Debbie developed her love of connecting with and helping families achieve their dream of homeownership. Debbie believes in family first and loves learning about the people who cross her path. She is the second oldest of 7 children raised by a single mother. She grew up with hope and the love of a doting grandmother. Debbie is a baby boomer, widow, and entrepreneur who believes in philanthropy, charity, and improving the lives of others. Originally from Chicago, Illinois, Debbie moved to Gilbert, Arizona in 2000 and has two beautiful daughters and six wonderful grandchildren. When she's not working, she loves spending time with family and friends, meeting new people, and traveling. www.senorrio.com www.wecarecrusade.org

Brian and Rami Head have been together twenty years and married fourteen. Brian is the founder of Head Start Equity and Rami is a Senior Manager in corporate America. They live in Texas with their two beautiful daughters. Check out Head Start Equity Fundraising Campaign for Breast Cancer Research's fundraising page, for The Breast Cancer Research Foundation - https://give.bcrf.org/fundraiser/4133209

Tequila: Roca Patron Anejo

Welcome to Part Two of our conversation with Oscar Marti, a Cuban-American who immigrated to the US at the age of 7 during Operation Pedro Pan in 1961. He is now a Broker-Owner at Concierge Realty Associates in St. Petersburg. HIs story of what happened between those two events is the subject of this two-part show. This week's Tequila: Don Julio Rosado Reposado Join the conversation at https://talkstacticsandtequila.com/ or at our Facebook page.

Oscar Marti is a Cuban-American who immigrated to the US at the age of 7 during Operation Pedro Pan in 1961. He is now a Broker-Owner at Concierge Realty Associates in St. Petersburg. HIs story of what happened between those two events is the subject of this two-part show. This week's Tequila: Don Julio Rosado Reposado

Marques Ogden is a former American football player. He was drafted in the 6th round of the 2003 NFL Draft. He played with the Jacksonville Jaguars, Baltimore Ravens, Buffalo Bills and the Tennessee Titans. He is a graduate of Howard University. He is now an inspirational keynote speaker, author and podcaster. He and his two daughters live in their new home in North Carolina. https://www.marquesogden.com/ Tequila: Herradura Reposado

Luke Mitchem is American singer/songwriter whose music taps into the flowing musical rivers of folk, blues, and ballads. His music is heartfelt, poetic, and exemplifies the ups and downs of life. Luke's journey with creating music began nearly 15 years ago, when he decided to pick up the guitar and learn a few chords. Influenced by not only current and past musicians such as Bruce Springsteen, Elliott Smith, Jim Croce and Josh Ritter, among several others, Luke's music incorporates poetic and thoughtful lyrics. Luke has shared the stage with his fellow peers, including David Dondero, Damien Jurado, The White Buffalo, Bobby Long, and Joshua James, who also produced Luke's last two albums, including Luke's sixth solo album, Which Wolf Will You Feed?. Luke is currently working on his seventh studio album, titled All Those Mourning Hymns, as well as a film adaptation of his song and short story titled The Saints of Vernon County. Luke will be returning to the performance stage in the fall of 2023 at the infamous Jammin Java in Vienna, Virginia, where Luke's performing career began. lukemitchem.com lukemitchem.bandcamp.com https://www.instagram.com/lukemitchem/ https://www.facebook.com/lukemitchemmusic/ TEQUILA: Cazadores Blanco