Joe From Texas: Securing Social Security Tour 2025-2026
Join Joe Penland, Sr. — “Joe From Texas” — for a free 20-city tour on the future of Social Security and retirement security.
About the Tour
Joe From Texas is taking his message nationwide with the Securing Social Security Tour. These free events are designed for Americans aged 50–75 who are planning for, receiving, or concerned about retirement benefits.
With over 30 years of experience in banking, advocacy, and public speaking, Joe brings clarity to complex financial issues. His talks combine storytelling, data, and interactive polling to spark meaningful conversations about protecting America’s retirement future.
Free admission
Straight talk on Social Security’s future
Audience Q&A and live polling
Local experts and advisors on select panels
Take-home fact sheets and resources
WHAT TO EXPECT
Each session lasts 60–90 minutes and includes:
Joe’s keynote talk on Social Security and retirement security
A panel with local financial experts
(in select cities)
Live audience polling with instant results
Interactive Q&A session
Free resources to help you plan with confidence
2025-2026 Tour Stops
(Dates and venues will be updated as confirmed)
Georgetown, TX
Community Center
TBD
San Antonio, TX
Convention Center
TBD
Houston, TX
Auditorium
TBD
Dallas, TX
Conference Hall
TBD
New Orleans, LA
Civic Center
TBD
Tampa, FL
Arena
TBD
Orlando, FL
Convention Center
TBD
Miami, FL
Community Hall
TBD
Atlanta, GA
Civic Auditorium
TBD
Charlotte, NC
Conference Center
TBD
Pittsburgh, PA
Senior Center
TBD
Philadelphia, PA
Library or Theater
TBD
Charleston, WV
Town Hall
TBD
Portland, ME
Civic Center
TBD
Burlington, VT
University
TBD
Cleveland, OH
Convention Center
TBD
Chicago, IL
Community Center
TBD
Phoenix, AZ
Senior Conference
TBD
Las Vegas, NV
Convention Space
TBD
Los Angeles, CA
Expo Hall
TBD
Recent Interviews
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