Episode 177: P Diddy Case With Lawyer Jason Goldman

Sean “Diddy” Combs was denied bail and taken into custody Tuesday September 17th after pleading not guilty in federal court to charges of racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking. Combs is a media mogul and innocent until proven guilty. Today on the show I welcome former prosecutor and current defense attorney in New York City, Jason Goldman to discuss the case and indictment. 

If you have been charged with a crime in the NYC area and need an attorney check out Jason at- https://www.jasongoldmanlaw.com/

Jeff Nadu is an American Mafia researcher, podcaster and content creator. He has worked at Barstool Sports and was hired personally by Dave Portnoy. His podcast "The Sitdown" with Jeff Nadu has put out hundreds of biographies on various mobsters, gangsters and criminals. He's also personally interviewed mobsters like Sammy "The Bull" Gravano, Dom Cicale, Anthony Ruggiano Jr, Gene Borrello and others as well as US Prosecutor John Gleeson and FBI Agent Joaquin "Jack" Garcia. He has been personally endorsed by former Gambino mob captain Michael "Mikey Scars" DiLeonardo and esteemed author RJ Roger.

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The Feast of San Gennaro is among the most popular Italian heritage festivals in America taking place in New York City for ten days in Mid September annually. We know that the Mafia has always loved making money and to the surprise of no one they have been very involved in getting their hands in multiple money pots when it comes to the Feast committing extortion and many other crimes. It's said that the Genovese Crime Family has controlled it since the 1960's. 

Jeff Nadu is an American Mafia researcher, podcaster and content creator. He has worked at Barstool Sports and was hired personally by Dave Portnoy. His podcast "The Sitdown" with Jeff Nadu has put out hundreds of biographies on various mobsters, gangsters and criminals. He's also personally interviewed mobsters like Sammy "The Bull" Gravano, Dom Cicale, Anthony Ruggiano Jr, Gene Borrello and others as well as US Prosecutor John Gleeson and FBI Agent Joaquin "Jack" Garcia. He has been personally endorsed by former Gambino mob captain Michael "Mikey Scars" DiLeonardo and esteemed author RJ Roger. Check out- www.privadacigarclub.com and use code THESITDOWN for 10% off membership for regular cigar deliveries. 

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Today we welcome former Chicago police officer Jerry Finnigan to the show. Jerry at one point was a decorated cop who was given various awards for his abilities to get guns and drugs off the street. He eventually would begin taking drug money off suspects and this would divulge into criminal activity in which in the end he paid for as he was sent to federal prison for a decade. GO CHECK OUT JERRY'S PODCAST "Finnigans Take" HERE- https://open.spotify.com/show/6KzMmee6x0VEI8YBUkEMNe 

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Jeff pivots a bit in the newest episode of the show and is joined by Barstool cohost Large as they delve into the bizarre life and criminal case of a man in Germany named Armin Meiwes. Meiwes had a deranged and harrowing sexual fetish which ultimately lead to some very dark desires and ultimately murder and cannibalism. Truly one of the more disturbing stories I've ever researched. To get some great content including his podcast "Twisted History" go follow Large on Twitter @largebarstool We hope you enjoy the show, please leave us a deserving rating and review! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @sitdowncrimepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff and special co-host Barstool Chief delve into the life of mysterious Chicago Outfit member Johnny Roselli. Roselli came up under Al Capone and Johnny Torrio as a bootlegger and enforcer before moving to LA and overseeing big time rackets ans getting involved with the motion picture business. Along the way, he made connections as a fixer and would ultimately be called on by the CIA in a big piece of work and is suspected of being involved possibly with the JFK assassination. A fascinating person... enjoy. We hope you enjoy the show, please leave us a deserving rating and review! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @sitdowncrimepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff welcomes former Bonanno associate Gene Borello to the podcast. Gene tells his story from the beginning, born into a family with ties to the Mafia from Ozone Park and Howard Beach in Queens. We talked about his teenage years getting into petty crime and ultimately becoming a bookmaker, loan shark, debt collector, home invader and earner/enforcer for the Bonanno Crime Family under capos like Vincent Asaro and Ronald "Ronnie G" Giallanzo. An action packed episode filled with plenty of stories and more. We hope you enjoy the show, please leave us a deserving rating and review! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @sitdowncrimepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff delves into one of the most violent demented group of killers the Mafia has ever seen. The group run by Roy Demeo and Nino Gaggi killed dozens and possibly hundreds of people by various methods but ultimately through a process they used in the Gemini Lounge. Eventually though through paranoia and deceitful behavior the world came crashing down. In this episode I discuss how they were formed, highlight some of the murders committed and how things fell for them in the end. PRESENTED BY BARSTOOL SPORTS We hope you enjoy the show, please leave us a deserving rating and review! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @sitdowncrimepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff returns back from a short break under the Barstool Sports Podcast Network with a brand new season of the show. In this episode, we delve into the life of the most prolific drug trafficker in the history of the civilized world, Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman. We tell his story from the beginning all the way to his rise in the cartel world, to creating the Sinaloa Cartel, escaping from prison multiple times to finally being convicted in US courts on all counts. Some of the information about some of Chapo's life and trial notes from this show came from the terrific book : El Chapo: The Untold Story Of The World's Most Infamous Drug Lord by Noah Hurowtiz. I strongly urge you to check out that great book! We hope you enjoy the show, please leave us a deserving rating and review! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @sitdowncrimepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 72, Jeff and Blackjack delve into the life of Genovese capo Alphonse Malangone. Allie Shades was a huge earner and overseer of one of the most lucrative rackets in the history of the Mafia. He was powerful, knew all the right people and even allegedly at one point with John Gotti moved to hopefully take over the family. In the first 30 minutes or so, we answer some of your questions about the Mafia. PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 71, Jeff delves into the life of Colombo heavyweight and lunatic Joel Cacace. Cacace rose through the ranks after owning a flower shop and surviving an assassination attempt. He ultimately would be involved allegedly in several high profile murders. In 1997, after an NYPD officer was killed, Waverly became someone the FBI believed ordered it. A wild story. Before we got into the bio, we went into an important message about the show! PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 70, Jeff delves into the life of Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout. Bout began his life as a soldier ultimately starting an air transport business and then began moving guns and weapons to foreign rebels and governments. In the end he was arrested by the DEA in an elaborate scheme and got a long prison sentence. He was been in the news recently as a pawn and bargaining chip to get WNBA player Brittney Griner out of a Russian prison. PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 69, Jeff delves into the life of Salvatore Romano. Romano grew up in Brooklyn and then Staten Island. His father was an accountant for the mob and ultimately Sal began working in the stock business making millions fairly quickly. He would get jammed and head to prison and learned how to make real money connecting to the mob making millions for them in pump and dump stock schemes. I also delved into the wild situation regarding the Bonanno Family 2 weeks ago in Long Island. PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 68, Jeff delves into the life of Ron Previte. Previte would serve 12 years in the Philadelphia Police Department, ultimately leaving due to an anti corruption sweep. He worked in security connecting himself to the Philly Mob. After being caught up in a theft ring at his security job he began cooperating with authorities and this would start a wild next ten years that brought him to becoming a member of the mob and ushering to the top of the family all while cooperating and making big money. PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Philadelphia is a city rich in the annals of crime. From the Mafia to black gangs to bikers. One of the lesser known organized crime groups that operated in South Philadelphia over the years is the 10th and Oregon Crew. They are a tale of two different stories that came face to face with the Philly Mob and Joey Merlino and other groups like the Pagans that led to some wild stories during their time on the street.

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On Episode 67, Jeff delves into the wild life of Colombian drug trafficker Griselda Blanco. Blanco was a trailblazer in the cocaine scene of Miami in the early 80's and was credited in basically creating the modern day drug cartel. Blanco was a ruthless woman who ruled with an iron first and killed anyone she didn't like, didn't want to pay or deal with. In the end she faced prosecution but had a surprising and then fitting end. PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 66, Jeff delves into the life of Genovese Family consigliere Bobby Manna. Manna came from a lineage of a powerful bootlegger ultimately becoming made in his 20's and becoming an extremely good earner and very powerful under Vincent Gigante. In the end, he made an alleged move against John Gotti and is still paying for it today. Before we got into Manna, I answered your questions in a listener Q/A. Manna biography starts at 29:31 PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 65, Jeff delves into the life of New Orleans mafia boss Carlos Marcello. Marcello was a man of small stature with very little education who ascended to the top of the Mafia in America. He amassed an unbelievable fortune, and literally controlled the state of Louisiana. He had tremendous power and in my belief, the mastermind of the assasination of JFK and possibly others. A long episode this week, but a lot to cover. ENJOY! PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 64, Jeff interviews corrupt NYPD police officer Ken Eurell. Ken was featured in the documentary "The Seven Five" and he tells his story as he descended into stealing from citizens, protecting drug dealers then ultimately selling drugs as a sworn New York City police officer with his partner Michael Dowd. A wild story that must be heard. Please go buy the terrific book by Ken Eurell, Betrayal in Blue: The Shocking Memoir of the Scandal That Rocked the NYPD PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 63, Jeff delves into the life of Gambino associate Joe "The German" Watts. Watts was an extremely respected Gambino loan shark and associate who was awarded the same respect a made man would get. Watts could never be made due to not being Italian but arched out a pivotal role in the family and gained the respect of all the heavy hitters including Paul Castellano and John Gotti. A fascinating life that involved big hits and more. Check it out! PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 62, Jeff is joined by crime reporter, blogger and podcaster Scott Burnstein. They delve into the current state of the Mafia in America. They highlight what families are active, what the leadership looks like and what the families are doing to earn nowadays. A huge episode chocked full of info. Check out Scott at www.thegangsterreport.com and the "Original Gangsters" podcast which can be found here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/original-gangsters-a-true-crime-talk-podcast/id1467014230 PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 61, Jeff delves into the wild story of a corrupt investigation unit in the Baltimore Police Department called the Gun Trace Task Force. The ringleader of the group Wayne Jenkins and his crew extorted and stole from citizens, planted drugs and guns, stole overtime and sold drugs. In the end, they'd face the wrath of the Feds and all sit currently in federal prison. PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 60, Jeff delves into Gambino Family hitmen John and Charles Carneglia. The brothers who hailed for Ozone Park Queens both came up and ultimately became major killers for John Gotti and the Gambinos. They were both involved in very high profile hits and both ended up where they belonged. A very violent but great episode. In the first 20 minutes or so, I answered some of your mob related questions. Carneglia biography starts at the 30 min mark. PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 59, Jeff is joined by an individual named Robert Ross. Robert spent just south of 24 years in some of the toughest federal prisons in the country including Leavenworth and Lewisburg for a nonviolent drug offense. He received LIFE in 1997. During his time, he rubbed elbows and was very close with many mobsters and infamous people including Carmine Persico, Little Jimmy Ida, Matty the Horse, John Stanfa and more. We discussed his crimes, his run-ins and time inside and ultimately how he was freed. I want to thank him very much... In my decade plus of doing content, this was my favorite interview and piece of content. PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 58, Jeff delves into the life of Gambino psycho and capo Nino Gaggi. Nino lived a very normal childhood, but ultimately as a teen, he joined a gang and followed a cousin into the life. He was schooled on the game and became a highly respected earner. He eventually became a capo and formed a very powerful dangerous crew that housed lunatic Roy DeMeo. Madness would ensue and many deaths would come at the hands of Gaggi and his underlings. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joey Merlino has an extremely interesting presence right now on YouTube. He tells colorful stories and dishes on everything from his criminal life to various informants that testified against him. One person he clearly despises is Ralph Natale. Natale in his own right was a squirrely outlandish guy who was easy to manipulate. Today I delve into Ralph Natale and his "takeover" of the Philly Mob with Joey Merlino.

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On Episode 57, Blackjack returns and he and Jeff delve into some mafia news regarding a former associate in the Luccheses plus it was a bad month or so for the Genovese Crime Family. We also delve into the life of former Lucchese family underboss Neil Migliore. Migliore is one of the most underrated people in the history of the mob, learning the art of labor racketeering and mostly avoiding prison, all to get out and see his family in ruins. A must listen to episode! Mlgliore biography start at 21 minute mark --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 56, John Gleeson is a former federal judge and assistant US Attorney in the Eastern District of New York. He led two unsuccessful prosecutions of Gambino boss John Gotti eventually finding a way to bring the Dapper Don down with a successful prosecution. I spoke with him about his life, his work as a prosecutor and on the bench plus the inner workings of the prosecution. We also discuss his brand new book, on sale now. I urge you to go buy his brand new book "The Gotti Wars" : Taking Down America's Most Notorious Mobster Here's a link to buy : https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Gotti-Wars/John-Gleeson/9781982186920 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 55, Jeff delves into the life of Colombo boss Andrew "Mush" Russo. Late last week, Russo passed away at the age of 87. Mush had a famous cousin Carmine Persico and they would both go to the upper echelons of the family. Russo spent many years in prison and year after year to attempt to continue the golden years of the mob, in the end though, the old mob was gone and late last year he faced yet another indictment. He died free though, check it out as we delve into his life. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 54 of the show, Jeff delves into the life of Bonanno soldier Tony Mirra. Mirra was known as an unlikeable nasty man but someone who could earn and kill you in a second. The problem for him was he introduced the wrong guy to the family and it was his downfall in the end. In the first 20 minutes I answered some of your listener sent in questions. Mirra biography starts around 23:40 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 53 of the Sit Down, Jeff delves into the life of Bonanno boss Joe Bonanno. Joe had a quick rise in the Mafia, he was born into it in Sicily. Upon arriving in America, he quickly vaulted into a leadership position and for years ran a family and made money. Ultimately though, many lost respect for him and he had an issue in his family that he ran away from. He eventually made a decision that would affect the future of the mob forever. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 52 of the Sit Down, Jeff delves into the life of Chicago Outfit heavyweight Sam Giancana. Sam grew up in the poverty stricken Chicago neighborhood called "the Patch". He was an accomplished wheelman and enforcer in the Outfit. But in the early 30's meeting a woman changed him and he changed his ways and ultimately became a huge money maker and leader. In the history of organized crime, Sam was a much heralded individual. He was allegedly involved in some of the biggest historical events of the last 100 years and was one of the most powerful crime bosses in Chicago history. But in the end, he became too public and the real bosses behind the scenes grew tired of him. Enjoy --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 51 of the Sit Down, Jeff and Blackjack delve into the life of Bonanno boss Vinny Gorgeous Basciano. Vinny grew up in Yonkers and started being mentored by mobsters in his teens ultimately becoming a bookmaker and making his ascent as an earner and tough guy in the family. He gained the respect of a Bronx capo then ultimately Joe Massino. In the end, after Massinos arrest, he would make boss but his career would be derailed and he'd have to deal with a sordid list of murders and treachery from a surprising bedfellow. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 50 of the Sit Down, Jeff delivers a special interview with an individual named Francesco "Frank"  Fiordilino  who for years was a Bonanno Family associate. Frank was born in Sicily and came to America as a young child. He grew up in Queens and came up under his uncle, a Bonnano capo. He ultimately started running around with a group called the Giannini Crew and in the end faced major decisions that he now has to live with. He tells some interesting stories as well about people like Nicky Santora, Joe Massino, Jackie DeRoss and more. Check it out. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 49 of the Sit Down, Jeff delves into the life of drug kingpin and Lucchese mobster Joseph "Joe Beck" DiPalermo. Joe Beck is a guy many people don't know, but he is one of the largest drug dealers in the history of the mob and knew some very powerful people. He is one of the wheels that turned the Lucchese family during the golden age of the mob. Also in the first few minutes of the show, Jeff talked a bit about a question he received on his opinion of how many mob families are still active around America today. A short one this week, but a great story nonetheless! Enjoy! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 48 of the Sit Down, Jeff delves into the life of Genovese boss Vito Genovese. Vito was an egomaniac drunk for power and would attempt to systematically eliminate all the competition to be the boss of all bosses. He came from humble beginnings, made the right connections but it was never enough. He wanted all the power and it would end for him in embarrassment. A great episode, hope you enjoy --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alton "Ace Capone" Coles was a flashy large scale drug dealer from Philadelphia. He grew up without any sort of family dynamic and began selling narcotics. He would graduate to selling huge amounts of drugs and began investing in legit businesses which culminated in creating a record label and filming a movie that would get himself on the FEDS radar.

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On Episode 47 of the Sit Down, Jeff sits down Retired Undercover FBI Agent Joaquin "Jack" Garcia. In 26 years as a member of the FBI, he was undercover for 24 infiltrating various parts of organized crime, drug traffickers, and more. He ultimately would be involved in a 3 year case involving various high ranking members of the Gambino Crime Family. He shares his story in a terrific interview that was one of my favorite pieces of content I've done.Enjoy this action packed interview. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 46 of the Sit Down, Jeff and Blackjack delve into the life of NE PA boss Russell Bufalino. Bufalino was among the most powerful people in the history of the mob who got his start in Buffalo learning from the likes of people like Maggadino. He ultimately would take control of the NE area of Pennsylvania and create powerful connections and become a very rich man. He ultimately made his foray into Cuba and forged a relationship with Jimmy Hoffa, one that would present issues in the end. He would be portrayed as well many years later by Joe Pesci in the award nominated film, "The Irishman." A great episode, we hope you enjoy it.  --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 45 of the Sit Down, Jeff and Blackjack delve into the life of Bonnano captain Vinny Asaro. Vinny was a gangsters gangster and lived a very interesting life. By the end though, he was brought in by the FEDS for his alleged involvement in a very famous crime. He would beat the rap on those crimes but would face the music because he couldn't let go of the life he coveted as a gangster. Before the biography we also delve into some of your listener questions. Asaro biography starts around the 31 min mark --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 44 of the Sit Down, Jeff and Blackjack delve into the life of Chicago Outfit and Las Vegas mobster Tony Spilotro. Tony got his start as an enforcer and ultimately a bookmaker in Chi Town before wearing out his welcome and was sent to Las Vegas to oversee the skim operations for the Outfit. Ultimately he'd wear out his welcome again getting involved with members wives, killing people without sanction and heading a burglary crew. Sometimes in the mob, going rogue gets you killed. Tony was a loose end and had to go.. A great episode.  --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 43 of the Sit Down, Jeff and Blackjack delve into the life of Lucchese underboss Steven Crea. Crea did what the Lucchese Family did best, run construction rackets and was very adept at labor racketeering. He made a lot of money and became a capable earner and would ultimately rise to the upper echelons of the family. In 2013 though he would be implicated in taking part in the last known mob hit in NYC. We talk about that and more... a great episode. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 42 of the Sit Down, Jeff and Blackjack delve into the life of Colombo Family renegade Joe Gallo. Gallo was someone who marched to the beat of his own drum. He was diagnosed with a mental disorder at an early age but fit right in with the Mafia. He had balls and was always willing to fight for control. Ultimately though his renegade was his end, because as we know you don't ever think you're bigger than "this thing." --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 41 of the Sit Down, Jeff delves into the wild times in the City of Brotherly Love during the early 90's. We discuss the life of young hot head John Veasey as he gets into the life doing pieces of work for mob boss John Stanfa. We also discuss the war that would consume South Philly between two mob sides and the ending that would put Stanfa and Veasey head to head. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 40 of the Sit Down, Jeff and BlackJack delve into the life of Gambino boss and son of Senior, John Gotti Jr. Junior lives a life in the shadow of his father, he became boss at a young age all to deal with the scrutiny of the government multiple times. He lived his life through his father and paid for it. Give it a listen now! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 39 of the Sit Down, Jeff and BlackJack delve into the life of Lucchese capo Paul Vario. Paul was immortalized in the classic gangster film "Goodfellas." Paul was a gigantic earner and really one of the most powerful capos in the Mafia. He oversaw a huge crew and was involved in many rackets and ruled with an iron first. One of the last of the Mohicans in the Lucchese family! Give it a listen now! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 38 of the Sit Down, Jeff and BlackJack delve into one of the most bizarre events in mob history, the killing of Gambino acting boss Frank Cali. Cali was a rising star and heavyweight in the current day leadership and many believed a mob war started when he was killed, it ended up being an unlikely suspect. We also delve into some of your questions in a special Christmas Q/A and I recommend some of my favorite mob books! Cali biography starts at 38:21 SHOW NOTE: WE WILL BE OFF NEXT WEEK THE WEEK OF THE 28th FOR THE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY, WE WILL RETURN WED JAN 5. MERRY CHRISTMAS! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today in this episode I delve into the interesting story of Colombo capo Joseph "Joe Campy" Campanella. Joe was the protege of Colombo powerhouse Bill Cutolo and has an extremely interesting story of power and deceit. I also discuss in the first 15 minutes the death of John Gotti 22 years ago and what Gotti's legacy actually is?

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On Episode 37 of the Sit Down, Jeff and BlackJack delve into the most famous hit in mob history, the killing of boss Paul Castellano. Thursday is the 36th anniversary of the iconic hit and we tell you about what lead up to it, the aftermath, who all the shooters were and how it went down. SHOW NOTE: WE WILL BE OFF NEXT WEEK THE WEEK OF THE 22ND FOR THE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY, WE WILL RETURN THE LAST WEEK OF DECEMBER! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 36 of the Sit Down, Jeff delves into the life of Gambino Family powerhouse James Failla. Jimmy weaved his way through multiple regimes controlling one of the most lucrative rackets in the family and becoming one of the most prolific earners in the Mob. He was cautious and once called "one of the most discreet mobster ever", and it worked, until the end. A must listen about someone who's extremely underrated in mob history, Jimmy Brown Failla. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 35 of the Sit Down, Jeff delves into the life of Chinatown godfather Benny Ong who ruled the Chinese neighborhood in New York City for decades. He ran extortion, controlled gambling and prostitution and was able to navigate through multiple power grab attempts and vengful rivals. A fascinating time in New York City, check it out. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices