Episodes
We're examining the life and crimes of Mafia boss Joe Massino with former Bonanno associate Frank Fiordilino. Frank gives his unique insight into Massino's career with special emphasis on Massino's relationship with the Bonanno family's Sicilian faction.
Published 10/11/23
We're discussing women cartel bosses and queenpins with reporter Deborah Bonello. Deborah is VICE editorial director for Latin America and the author of "Narcas: The Secret Rise of Women in Latin America's Cartels."
Published 10/04/23
We examine the life and crimes of infamous Philadelphia Mafia boss Nicky Scarfo. Scott also draws on his experiences writing "Mafia Prince" with Scarfo's nephew Phil Leonetti.
Published 09/27/23
We examine the life and crimes of professional wrestling legend Dino Bravo. The Canadian superstar was also Montreal Mafia leader Vic Cotroni's nephew. Cotroni was a member of the Bonanno crime family. Once his wrestling career was over Bravo became increasingly involved in organized criminal activities. He was murdered gangland style in 1993
Published 09/20/23
We're discussing the past, present, and future of the Bandidos Motorcycle Club with Texas investigative reporter Brian Collister. Brian is an award winning journalist know for his unique access to the Bandidos MC. Among other topics, we examine the infamous 2015 Waco shootout and whether law enforcement has something to hide.
Published 09/13/23
We're discussing the Irish Mob in New York, specifically the Westies from Hell's Kitchen. We examine their rise and fall and connections to New York's Italian Mafia families.
Published 09/06/23
We're discussing the past, present, and future of the Pagans MC with author Dave Wedge. Dave is a NY Times best-selling writer and author of "Riding With Evil: Taking Down the Notorious Pagans Motorcycle Gang."
Published 08/30/23
We start by discussing pro golfer Phil Mickelson's gambling issues and how these indirectly connect to the Tocco-Zerilli crime family in Detroit. We then connect that to larger discussion about other interactions between Detroit sports legends and the Detroit mob.
Published 08/23/23
We examine some of the most infamous mob murders that occurred during the summer months.
Published 08/18/23
We're having a conversation with esteemed true crime author Scott Deitche. We're discussing his recent book "Hitmen: the Mafia, Drugs, and East Harlem's Purple Gang." A large part of the conversation covers the rise of Bonanno boss Michael Mancuso.
Published 08/09/23
We break down the latest developments in the Tupac Shakur murder investigation and how it connects to the murder of Biggie Smalls. We also examine the cultural significance of these crimes and the careers of these legendary artists.
Published 08/02/23
Our friend and former undercover police officer Steve O'Donnell rejoins the podcast to discuss the Patriarca Mafia in New England. We're specifically examining former boss Frank Salemme and the murder of Steve DiSarro.
Published 07/26/23
We're discussing Mafia corruption in Connecticut with former undercover police officer Vito Colucci. The Gambino and Genovese crime families had the local police department on the take---until Vito Colucci went undercover and exposed the corruption. He co-wrote a best-selling book about the operation called "Rogue Town."
Published 07/19/23
We're discussing the latest on the Providence, Rhode Island faction of the New England Mafia. We especially focus on some of large scale investigations by law enforcement into alleged narcotics trafficking in the area.
Published 07/12/23
We interview Hollywood producer (The Joker) Anjay Nagpal about his new podcast "Brokers, Bagmen, and Moles." The pod examines the Chicago Outfit's involvement in the Chicago Mercantile Exchange during the 1980s.
Published 07/07/23
We deep dive the infamous Black Mafia from Philadelphia. The African American organized crime group terrorized the Philly metro area for decades. We also discuss their connections to Italian American Mafia families in Philly and NY.
Published 06/27/23
We debate and discuss who is in today's Bruno/Scarfo crime family administration.
Published 06/20/23
We examine latest news on the Buffalo Mafia, including recent legal cases involving alleged members of the Magaddino crime family.
Published 06/13/23
Veteran Las Vegas reporter Larry Henry joins us to break down latest on "the body in the barrel" mystery. Speculation is hot and heavy that one of the bodies found in Lake Mead is Johnny Papas. He was a former Outfit associate and missing person. Naturally, mob observers wonder if Tony Spilotro's crew was responsible for Papas' disappearance and presumed murder.
Published 06/06/23
We break down some recent legal cases involving prominent members of the Hells Angels MC. We also discuss the violent conflict between Hells Angels MC and Pagans MC in New England.
Published 05/30/23
We're looking at members of the Bonanno and Gambino families for the Mafia Class of 2023 Part II.
Published 05/25/23
A handful of NY veteran Mafiosi were released from prison recently. Scott Burnstein breaks it down.
Published 05/23/23
We're examining the unsolved murder of Frank Lagano. He was a member of the Lucchese crime family. It's a compelling story involving murder, the Mafia, the Bloods street gang, and allegations of police corruption.
Published 05/16/23
Paul Hodos, author of "Steel City Mafia" joins us to discuss the mob in Pittsburgh.
Published 05/09/23
Our friend Michael Franzese joins us again! We're discussing the Cleveland Mafia, Goodfellas, Irish gangsters, criminal justice reform and more!!
Published 05/02/23