About Joe Hyams
Joe Hyams
(1923–2008) was a columnist and bestselling author most known for his
biographies of such Hollywood stars as Humphrey Bogart, James Dean, and Lauren
Bacall. Hyams became involved in the martial arts during his service in the US
Army, where he was frequently attacked for being Jewish. His years of studying
with such figures as Bruce Lee and Ed Parker laid the groundwork for his 1979
book Zen in the Martial Arts.
About Jim Meskimen
Jim Meskimen is a stage, film, and television actor who has appeared in many well-known movies and television shows. He acted in Apollo 13 and Frost/Nixon for director Ron Howard, both of which were nominated for Best Picture Oscars. His television appearances include The Fresh Prince of Bel Air, Friends, Lie to Me, Criminal Minds, and Parks and Recreation. He is also a painter, award-winning audiobook narrator, and audiobook director for Galaxy Audio.