Episodes
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On this episode, Frank Murano takes a deep dive into the world of organized crime with special guest Jeff Nadu, host of 'The Sit Down.' They explore the current state of the mafia, discussing whether there's a resurgence, the dwindling influence of the old guard, and the challenges the mob faces today. Topics include the active involvement of figures like Gene Gotti and Vito Gazo, the recent Lucchese bust in New Jersey, and the entanglements between politics and organized crime. They also consider the mafia's adaptation to the digital age and the ongoing allure of mafia lore in popular culture. Jeff Nadu shares his insights on who to watch in the mafia world and makes a bold prediction for organized crime in 2025.
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Eric Dezenhall, crisis management consultant and author, whose latest book is “Wiseguys and the Whitehouse: Gangsters, Presidents and the Deals they Made” Topic: the connections Presidents have had with the Mob Book: https://www.amazon.com/Wiseguys-White-House-Gangsters-Presidents/dp/0063390612 Bio: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eric_Dezenhall Social Media: https://x.com/EricDezenhall
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On this episode, Frank Morano engages in a compelling conversation with Lou Ferrante, a former mob associate turned historian and author. Lou's latest book, 'Borgata: Clash of Titans: A History of the American Mafia: Volume 2 of the Borgata Trilogy', delves deep into the history of organized crime. Lou shares his personal journey from a young hijacker involved with the Gotti family to serving time in the penitentiary where he reformed and educated himself. The discussion covers notable mafia events and figures, including the Profaci-Gallo war, Joe Valachi's high-profile betrayal, and intricate details surrounding the alleged mafia involvement in JFK's assassination. Lou provides unique insights into the mafia’s operations, their interactions with law enforcement, and the power dynamics within. The episode also touches upon J. Edgar Hoover's stance on the mafia, internal mafia politics, and the underestimated influence of mob bosses like Carlos Marcello.
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R.J. Roger, podcaster and author, whose latest book is "The Don: 36 Rules of Bosses"
Topic: Who are the most successful mafia bosses? What leadership qualities do mob bosses have?
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Don-36-Rules-Bosses/dp/080654466X
Social Media:
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WEBSITE: http://www.michaelcannell.com
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Books-Michael-Cannell/s?rh=n%3A283155%2Cp_27%3AMichael+Cannell
Publisher: https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250817785/bloodandthebadge/
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rf4edVqo2cw
FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/authormichaelcannell/
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https://twitter.com/jeffnadu
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng
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Topic: How the FBI builds cases against prominent organized crime figures
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Mafia-Takedown-Incredible-Story-Devastated/dp/1510783164/ref=sr_1_1?crid=GEADC1OMFGLO&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.1ZrHOln8TJQ3wMNaSZp3SRb7sO0G8KDZP0aWV4hPMZ7hsqxMZWbmxwKcx27uIzSuffptFRYDQp5A1IBoKdP8CorXWDD7-mSHqxLxmckV_oXW1hTiZOlI0cXW3FgTLMhq00ey3u6i6axNfiDKojd_ntYdXfzcieJW8rDfvO2T0IxQOzDLQFTlefU2keh5JGErJ4doTpgv5OdsMRxmsEmx1e6N2e5cUNHWMnFnVOplJv0.U4kpJtIJIuQO5gqMo3RZZPTfe_aYhe3SYAVOprwCR1I&dib_tag=se&keywords=Mafia+takedown&qid=1730136664&sprefix=mafia+takedown%2Caps%2C88&sr=8-1
Bio: Mike Campi’s exceptional career as an FBI agent with the New York Division spanned both
white-collar and organized crime, including financial fraud, labor racketeering, and political
corruption. His main focus was the Genovese crime family, the most powerful and secretive
organized crime family in the country. His investigations resulted in multiple devastating
convictions of the Genovese family hierarchy, crippling this most sophisticated criminal
enterprise. Campi retired as the Coordinator of the Organized Crime branch of the New York
Division where he managed over 150 agents in the FBI’s largest and most successful OC
program. He was later recruited by a Swiss bank to be a vice president of Corporate Security for the Americas region.
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Topic: Philadelphia Black Mafia
Website: https://seanpatrickgriffin.net/
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Black-Brothers-Inc-Violent-Philadelphias/dp/1903854369
Social Media:
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Topic: the role of the mob in illegal sports getting; The Tim Donaghy NBA scandal
Website: https://seanpatrickgriffin.net/
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Gaming-Game-Betting-Scandal-Barricade/dp/1569804753
Social Media:
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Janet Uhlar, author, screenwriter, storyteller and someone who served as a juror on Whitey Bulger’s trial in 2013 and subsequently began a 5 year correspondence with him. She’s also the author of a book called “Truth be Damned”, which deals with the Bulger case.
Topic: Was Whitey Bulger murdered to keep the secrets of the Federal government?
Website: https://janetuhlar.com/
Article: https://www.newsweek.com/whitey-bulger-prison-letters-janet-uhlar-1902564
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Anthony “Bingy” Arilotta former Capo in the Genovese crime family and the author of the new book “South End Syndicate: How I took over the Genovese Springfield Crew”Topic(s): The Genovese Crime Family, the mob in Springfield MA, the morality of the mob: Book: https://www.amazon.com/South-End-Syndicate-Genovese-Springfield/dp/1949590755 Social Media:https://x.com/anthony52788530?lang=en&lang=enhttps://www.facebook.com/tony.canoli.378/https://www.instagram.com/anthony_bingy_arillotta/?hl=enhttps://l.instagram.com/?u=https%3A%2F%2Fyoutube.com%2Fchannel%2FUCVpaMDhkqVCK4RGwFlaiihQ&e=AT0Dtg3RznQoURYKThquGiNbFyo1NYtuc_AoYTN_kAdLR9OtAkwTf5HLlrR0VOwlwOLLxKaDjEP_QahGyKmTJfnUYadBRCI4o3Rva7inVbo_3rRHZDuJThis google drive link has book cover art and more info: https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://drive.google.com/drive/mobile/folders/1z7b85BdS5T7xhb-yKozjzyC0kJEq6Ax7?usp=sharing__;!!GLfh-cLJdg!dVlI08RDK_qtqtIxPxer5v77ZLopHTzgsBzMhLNPlzDfy3uOXKhayH-Wq9syiSaLw6KhWclvaSjQyni_KfpopoQ$Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Giovanni Rocco, Retired law enforcement officer, motivational speaker for First Responders and Corporations, first responder support specialist, co-host of the “Inside the Life” podcast and author of "Giovanni's Ring : My Life Inside the Real Sopranos"
Topic: infiltrating the mob
Website: https://giovannisring.com/
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Giovannis-Ring-Life-Inside-Sopranos/dp/164160350X
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The Genovese Crime Family, the mob in Springfield MA, the morality of the mob:
Book: “South End Syndicate: How I took over the Genovese Springfield Crew” https://www.amazon.com/South-End-Syndicate-Genovese-Springfield/dp/1949590755
Social Media:
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https://www.facebook.com/tony.canoli.378/
https://www.instagram.com/anthony_bingy_arillotta/?hl=en
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Topic: The mob's role during prohibition
Tony DeStefano's latest book is "Broadway Butterfly: Vivian Gordon: The Lady Gangster of Jazz Age New York"
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Broadway-Butterfly-Vivian-Gordon-Gangster-ebook/dp/B0CK5DPZNR
Website: https://tonydestefano.com/
Social Media:
https://www.facebook.com/tony.destefano.37
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Recent Mob indictments
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On this episode of The Racket Report, Frank speaks with Joe McBratney, the son of James McBratney, who was killed by John Gotti in 1973. They discuss the circumstances surrounding his father's killing.
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Jeffrey Sussman's latest book is "Tinseltown Gangsters: The Rise and Decline of the Mob in Hollywood"
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Tinseltown-Gangsters-Rise-Decline-Hollywood/dp/1538173565
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Louis Ferrante, former Mafia Associate and best-selling author, whose latest book is “Borgata: Rise of Empire: A History of the American Mafia”
Website: louisferrante.com
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Borgata-Empire-History-American-Mafia/dp/1639366016
Topic: the history of the American Mafia
Social Media:
https://twitter.com/LOUFERRANTE
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Topic: State of the Mob Today
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Topic: Her cousin's mafia murder
Bio: https://www.jsonline.com/staff/2646785001/mary-spicuzza/
Story: https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/investigations/2024/01/17/milwaukee-reporter-investigates-cousins-1978-car-bombing-death/71883074007/
Social Media:
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