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Third Degree
Note from Elie 5/30: Trump vs. Harvard: Asymmetric Warfare

Third Degree

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 10:51


Elie Honig is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and co-chief of the organized crime unit at the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted more than 100 mobsters, including members of La Cosa Nostra, and the Gambino and Genovese crime families. He went on to serve as Director of the Department of Law and Public Safety at New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice. He is currently Special Counsel at Lowenstein Sandler and a CNN legal analyst.  For a transcript of Elie's note and the full archive of contributor notes, head to CAFE.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WOVE Inspiration - Inspiration For Women and the Men Who Love Them
From Mafia to Ministry: The Robert Borelli Story

WOVE Inspiration - Inspiration For Women and the Men Who Love Them

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 40:36


In this powerful episode of WOVE Inspiration Podcast, we sit down with Robert Borelli—a former member of the notorious Gambino crime family whose life took a dramatic turn through the redemptive power of Jesus Christ. Robert shares his incredible journey from a life of organized crime, addiction, and incarceration to becoming a man on fire for God. With raw honesty and heartfelt emotion, he recounts the trials he faced, the grace he encountered, and how his transformation is now inspiring others to break free from their past. This interview is a testimony of hope, restoration, and the unwavering love of God.For more information on Robert Borellihttps://robertborelli.com/

Third Degree
Note from Elie 5/23: Letitia James Started It, but Trump's Payback Isn't the Answer

Third Degree

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 9:30


Elie Honig is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and co-chief of the organized crime unit at the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted more than 100 mobsters, including members of La Cosa Nostra, and the Gambino and Genovese crime families. He went on to serve as Director of the Department of Law and Public Safety at New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice. He is currently Special Counsel at Lowenstein Sandler and a CNN legal analyst.  For a transcript of Elie's note and the full archive of contributor notes, head to CAFE.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wife of Crime
"What Murdahhhh??" - John Gotti

Wife of Crime

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 83:49


On this episode of Wife of Crime I am telling Russ all about the rise and fall of the most well known mafia boss of our generation, John Gotti. I also tell you guys about what got me so interested in the mafia and why they are some of my favorite cases to research! John Gotti's story is full of drama. He was all over the media in the 80s and 90s and he absolutely loved the attention. The media dubbed him "The Dapper Don", he was a cold blooded killer in a $2000 suit. Unfortunately, like most megalomaniacs the fall from the top comes swift and hard. In a world that prides itself on loyalty John Gotti's disloyalty to his closest ally would lead to his own undoing as well as the fall of the entire Gambino crime family. Moral of the story... "The saddest thing about betrayal is that it never comes from your enemies" -William Shakespeare Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Inside the Life
Anthony Ruggiano Jr. – Ex-Mob Associate's Journey From the Gambino Crime Family to the Witness Bench

Inside the Life

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 106:12


In this episode, Anthony Ruggiano Jr. details his life as son of Gambino enforcer and hitman Anthony “Fat Andy” Ruggiano. From a teen partying at the Copacabana, to his severe struggle with drug addiction and years in witness protection, this episode is an honest look at Ruggiano Jr.'s journey through a life of money, power, greed and redemption. Now decades out of the Mob life, he has found purpose through reform and sobriety.   About Anthony Ruggiano Jr.: Anthony Ruggiano Jr., once a proposed member of the Gambino crime family, was born into a world where violence and power were currency. Having served under Mob bosses Paul Castellano and John Gotti, Ruggiano Jr.'s descent into crime was as inevitable as his eventual reckoning. After turning his back on that life, Ruggiano Jr. has long maintained his sobriety and commitment to personal transformation. Now, 36 years clean, he shares his journey of addiction, redemption and reform.  Produced by The Mob Museum. To watch episodes of this podcast, visit YouTube For behind-the-scenes photos, merchandise and exclusive content, visit insidethelife.org For more on the Museum visit themobmuseum.org This program is presented by The Mob Museum and includes views and opinions of independent panelists and/or interviewees that do not necessarily reflect or represent the stance of The Mob Museum. Factual statements made by panelists/interviewees have also not been vetted by the Museum, and the Museum does not assert that such statements are truthful. All statements should be understood as the individual's perspective rather than a view expressed by The Mob Museum. This program has been made available by The Mob Museum for the private, non-commercial use, of its audience. Such private use is intended for informational and educational purposes only. This program is subject to copyright protection, and those seeking to utilize the program, or portions thereof, for anything other than private use should contact The Mob Museum at PR@themobmuseum.org.

Third Degree
Note from Elie 5/16: Trump's Government by Hysteria

Third Degree

Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 12:29


Elie Honig is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and co-chief of the organized crime unit at the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted more than 100 mobsters, including members of La Cosa Nostra, and the Gambino and Genovese crime families. He went on to serve as Director of the Department of Law and Public Safety at New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice. He is currently Special Counsel at Lowenstein Sandler and a CNN legal analyst.  For a transcript of Elie's note and the full archive of contributor notes, head to CAFE.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Third Degree
Note from Elie 5/09: How Diddy Just Might Avoid Disaster

Third Degree

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 10:39


Elie Honig is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and co-chief of the organized crime unit at the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted more than 100 mobsters, including members of La Cosa Nostra, and the Gambino and Genovese crime families. He went on to serve as Director of the Department of Law and Public Safety at New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice. He is currently Special Counsel at Lowenstein Sandler and a CNN legal analyst.  For a transcript of Elie's note and the full archive of contributor notes, head to CAFE.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Third Degree
Note from Elie 5/02: We've Got 99 Immigration Problems, but the Judge Arrests Ain't One

Third Degree

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 9:52


Elie Honig is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and co-chief of the organized crime unit at the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted more than 100 mobsters, including members of La Cosa Nostra, and the Gambino and Genovese crime families. He went on to serve as Director of the Department of Law and Public Safety at New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice. He is currently Special Counsel at Lowenstein Sandler and a CNN legal analyst. For a transcript of Elie's note and the full archive of contributor notes, head to CAFE.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Heroes Behind Headlines
Financial Crimes Expert Discusses China

Heroes Behind Headlines

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 85:51


A financial investigator for Federal law enforcement, David Asher is an expert in the financial side of organized criminal activities. He has been working for decades 'finding the money' to help build cases against some of the most notorious criminal organizations, (including the Gambino crime family) terrorists, and China. In this episode, David lays out the link between China and Mexican drug cartels to promote  drug trafficking into the U.S., especially of deadly  fentanyl.  He also discusses heading the Federal investigation into the origins of the COVID.Heroes Behind HeadlinesExecutive Producer Ralph PezzulloProduced & Engineered by Mike DawsonMusic provided by ExtremeMusic.com

The Opperman Report
Michael Blutrich: Scores ; How I Opened the Hottest Strip Club in New York City, Was Extorted out of Millions by the Gambino Family,

The Opperman Report

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2025 118:26


Scores: How I Opened the Hottest Strip Club in New York City, Was Extorted out of Millions by the Gambino Family, and Became One of the Most Successful Mafia Informants in FBI History A gay man who created New York's most notorious den of heterosexuality . . . an anxious, anything-but-hardboiled lawyer who became one of the most successful undercover mob informants in history. . . .In this hilarious and fascinating account, Michael Blutrich takes you inside star-studded 1990s New York, mafia sit-downs, and the witness protection program.Meet Michael D. Blutrich, founder of Scores, the hottest strip club in New York history. A resourceful lawyer at one of the city's most respected firms, Blutrich fell into the skin trade almost by accident, but it was his legal savvy that made Scores the first club in Manhattan to feature lap dances and enabled him to neatly sidestep a law requiring dancers to wear pasties by instead covering their nipples with latex paint. Soon Scores, the club Howard Stern called “like being in a candy shop,” was a home away from home for everyone from sports superstars and Oscar-winning actors to pop singers and political notables alike.The catch? The club was smack dab in John Gotti's territory, and the mafia wanted a piece of the action. The Gambino family doesn't take no for an answer . . . and neither, as it turns out, does the FBI. In his memoir, Blutrich recounts in detail how his beloved club became a hub for the mafia, and how he found himself caught up in an FBI investigation, sorely struggling to juggle roles of business owner and undercover spy.As his life spiraled out of control, Blutrich would face the loss of almost everything dear to him. But whether marching a line of topless strippers as human exhibits into a trial to save the club's liquor license or wearing wires to meetings with armed gangsters, he never lost his sense of humor or his nerve. In Scores, Blutrich finally tells all—from triumph to betrayal—in his own funny, self-deprecating voice.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.

Community Bridge
Never Too Late for a New Beginning

Community Bridge

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2025 20:00


From the Gambino crime family to the family of God. Twenty years of crime and drugs nearly destroyed Robert—but Jesus changed his life. He was given a new name by the US government, but his new identity was found in Christ. You can know the same Savior!

Third Degree
Note from Elie 4/25: The Trump Administration's False Flag: Combating Anti-Semitism at Harvard is Really About Thought Control

Third Degree

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 9:34


Elie Honig is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and co-chief of the organized crime unit at the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted more than 100 mobsters, including members of La Cosa Nostra, and the Gambino and Genovese crime families. He went on to serve as Director of the Department of Law and Public Safety at New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice. He is currently Special Counsel at Lowenstein Sandler and a CNN legal analyst.  For a transcript of Elie's note and the full archive of contributor notes, head to CAFE.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Members Only Podcast: A Mafia History Podcast
#42: The State of the Mafia (1967): Part Three

The Members Only Podcast: A Mafia History Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 151:38


In today's episode, we wrap up one of the most detailed and historically rich series we've ever done. In Part Three of our special deep dive into the FBI's 1967 report on La Cosa Nostra, we close the book on an era where the mob's influence was at its peak across the United States.This final installment takes us beyond New York's Five Families and paints a broader picture of organized crime's national footprint — from the power struggles within familiar crime families to lesser-known but highly active Mafia outposts across the country.Read the full FBI report for yourself: https://www.maryferrell.org/showDoc.html?docId=113324

Planète Rap - L'intégrale
So La Zone - Pile ou face #4

Planète Rap - L'intégrale

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 55:03


4ème soirée Planète Rap de So La Zone ! Avec Seth Gueko, Kanoe, Gambino, Graya...

The Infinite Skrillifiles: OWSLA Confidential
Ūtopïa 01. rave gone wrong.

The Infinite Skrillifiles: OWSLA Confidential

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 2:43


She doesn't even have a name My pussy is cleaner than a motherfucker This ain't no community like Donald Glover Ya'll [][][] actin childish, Gambino— If you wanna turn it on, Then send a c-note (I'm in south side) What she want Peloton What she on peloton What she got peloton What she on Peloton {Enter The Multiverse} [The Festival Project.™] COPYRIGHT © THE FESTIVAL PROJECT 2019-2025 | THE COMPLEX COLLECTIVE. © ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. © -Ū.

Third Degree
Note from Elie 4/18: How Could the Kilmar Abrego Garcia Standoff End?

Third Degree

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 10:49


Elie Honig is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and co-chief of the organized crime unit at the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted more than 100 mobsters, including members of La Cosa Nostra, and the Gambino and Genovese crime families. He went on to serve as Director of the Department of Law and Public Safety at New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice. He is currently Special Counsel at Lowenstein Sandler and a CNN legal analyst.  For a transcript of Elie's note and the full archive of contributor notes, head to CAFE.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Outlaws & Gunslingers
Remastered | Lucky Luciano

Outlaws & Gunslingers

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 44:38


We are back with another remastered episode and this time we are covering the one and only Lucky Luciano. Known as the father of the Mafia, he got his start in bootlegging and eventually became the most powerful Mafia boss in the country where he would found the commission and shape the mob into what we know it today.  Subscribe to our YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@bangdangnetwork  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/outlaws-gunslingers--4737234/support.

Third Degree
Note from Elie 4/11: Trump Threatens to Imprison Critics — and Now He's Got the AG To Do It

Third Degree

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 9:45


Elie Honig is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and co-chief of the organized crime unit at the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted more than 100 mobsters, including members of La Cosa Nostra, and the Gambino and Genovese crime families. He went on to serve as Director of the Department of Law and Public Safety at New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice. He is currently Special Counsel at Lowenstein Sandler and a CNN legal analyst.  For a transcript of Elie's note and the full archive of contributor notes, head to CAFE.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jesus Calling: Stories of Faith
Engaging With God on a Heart Level: Dave Barnes & Justin Gambino

Jesus Calling: Stories of Faith

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 27:10


This week, we welcome Nashville singer/songwriter Dave Barnes. Growing up in a small Mississippi town before moving to Music City, Dave discovered his love for music through a series of seemingly small but pivotal moments. His breakout hit, “God Gave Me You,” became a life-changing milestone, coming to life after Dave had prayed a simple prayer for encouragement, and ultimately catching the attention of country superstar Blake Shelton, who went on to record it as well. Later in the episode, we’ll hear from Justin Gambino, a singer/songwriter from Houston, Texas. Justin’s story takes him from a troubled youth where he had a brush with the law to finding his place in this world through music and serving his country. Links, Products, and Resources Mentioned: Jesus Calling Podcast Jesus Calling Jesus Always Jesus Listens Past interview: Matt Forté Upcoming interview: Kurt Avery Jesus Listens for Lent & Easter Dave Barnes “God Gave Me You” Blake Shelton Middle Tennessee State University Sermon on the Mount We The Kingdom Miranda Lambert Hebrews 10:24-25 NIV www.davebarnes.com Featherbrained Wealth Motel Justin Gambino www.justingambino.com Made New Interview Quotes: “A lot of my faith has come from these moments in my life of just seeing God accomplish these crazy things sort of in spite of me.” - Dave Barnes “God loves honesty, I think because it does away with formalities. It shows intimacy.” - Dave Barnes “I felt so clearly that God was like, ‘Dave, when you pray for answers, you don't get to qualify the answers I give you. That's not how this works.’ And I was like, ‘Touché Lord. Well played.’” - Dave Barnes “God has really impressed on me this idea that His intention for me and for His children is to not be alone.” - Dave Barnes “I think ninety-nine percent of the time when I have a problem with someone, the more I go toward them, the better and easier that problem gets. The further I get from them, almost 100 percent of the time, it gets worse.” - Dave Barnes “I was completely hopeless, but God stepped in and opened up a door for a different path.” - Justin Gambino “I get choked up every time I share this part of the story because I look back now and wonder about the feelings and the emotions of my earthly father—what he was feeling when he heard the voice of his prodigal son call home.” - Justin Gambino “I just remember falling on my knees. I said, ‘Lord, I can't quit this on my own, but I also know that I've never asked You to take it from me. So I'm asking You to take it from me. Take this hurt, this pain, this guilt.’” - Justin Gambino ________________________ Enjoy watching these additional videos from Jesus Calling YouTube channel! Audio Episodes: https://bit.ly/3zvjbK7 Bonus Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3vfLlGw Jesus Listens: Stories of Prayer: https://bit.ly/3Sd0a6C Peace for Everyday Life: https://bit.ly/3zzwFoj Peace in Uncertain Times: https://bit.ly/3cHfB6u What’s Good? https://bit.ly/3vc2cKj Enneagram: https://bit.ly/3hzRCCY ________________________ Connect with Jesus Calling Instagram Facebook Twitter Pinterest YouTube Website TikTok Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

J. Brown Yoga Talks
Giana Gambino & Bradshaw Wish - "Sustaining the Profession"

J. Brown Yoga Talks

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 107:49


Giana Gambino & Bradshaw Wish, founders of C.A.Y.A Yoga School and hosts of The Funny Thing About Yoga Podcast, talk with J about the ins and outs of having a yoga career in 2025. They discuss having a collaboration, teachers as brands, resolving conflict and developing trust, admin and websites, their relationship, developing a training, starting a podcast, being authentic letting go of micromanaging, desire for connection, fairness in sharing revenue, perseverance in the face of challenge, and being innovative about the future.   To subscribe and support the show… GET PREMIUM.   Check out J's other podcast… J. BROWN YOGA THOUGHTS.    

The Back Room with Andy Ostroy
Andrew Weissmann on the Status of Trump 2.0's Legal Cases

The Back Room with Andy Ostroy

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2025 48:06


Andrew Weissmann is the co-host of the popular podcast Prosecuting Donald Trump and is a frequent legal analyst for NBC/MSNBC. He serves on the board of Just Security and writes frequently for it, as well as The New York Times, The Atlantic, & The Washington Post. From 2017-2019 Andrew served as a lead prosecutor in Robert S. Mueller's Special Counsel's Office. His memoir about the Special Counsel investigation, Where Law Ends: Inside the Mueller Investigation , was a New York Times bestseller. He is also a Professor of Practice at New York University and teaches courses in national security and criminal procedure. He also served as the General Counsel for the Federal Bureau of Investigation and from 2002-2005 he served as the Deputy and then the Director of the Enron Task Force where he supervised the prosecution of more than 30 individuals in connection with the company's collapse. And he was also a federal prosecutor for 15 years in the Eastern District of New York, where he served as the Chief of the Criminal Division and prosecuted numerous members of the Colombo, Gambino, and Genovese families, including the bosses of the Colombo and Genovese families. Join us for this super-insightful chat about the current status of the mounting lawsuits filed against the Trump Administration. Got somethin' to say?! Email us at BackroomAndy@gmail.com Leave us a message: 845-307-7446 Twitter: @AndyOstroy Produced by Andy Ostroy, Matty Rosenberg, and Jennifer Hammoud @ Radio Free Rhiniecliff Design by Cricket Lengyel

Third Degree
Note from Elie 4/3: Trump's Blacklisted Law Firms: Surrender or Fight?

Third Degree

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 10:33


Elie Honig is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and co-chief of the organized crime unit at the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted more than 100 mobsters, including members of La Cosa Nostra, and the Gambino and Genovese crime families. He went on to serve as Director of the Department of Law and Public Safety at New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice. He is currently Special Counsel at Lowenstein Sandler and a CNN legal analyst.  For a transcript of Elie's note and the full archive of contributor notes, head to CAFE.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gangland Wire
Did Alto Knights Replace the Ravenite?

Gangland Wire

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 14:46 Transcription Available


In this bonus episode of Gangland Wire, I follow up on my interview with Mafia historian Anthony DeStefano to discuss New York City's organized crime more. One of the most significant topics Anthony and I covered was the Alto Nights social club. This was not only the title, but also the central character in the recent Mafia film written by Goodfellas scribe Nicholas Pileggi, who starred Robert De Niro in dual roles. Gary sets the record straight on two pivotal New York crime hangouts—the Ravenite Social Club and the Alto Knights Social Club—which the media frequently confuse. The Ravenite at 247 Mulberry, tied to Carlo Gambino, played a crucial role in his rise to power after Albert Anastasia's assassination. Meanwhile, the Alto Knights Social Club, at 86 Kenmarre, emerged from the old Cafe Royale, a well-known bookmaking hub, solidifying its place in Genovese family history. Only three blocks separated these clubs, but they were miles apart in Mafia history. Listeners will hear about notorious gangsters who frequented the Alto Knights, including Vito Genovese, Michael Miranda, and infamous enforcer Buster Ardito. Through historical anecdotes and law enforcement surveillance records, this episode paints a vivid picture of mob life—its power struggles, criminal enterprises, and the relentless pursuit by federal authorities. Click the link on Anthony DeStefano's name to see his mob books. Subscribe to get gangster stories weekly Hit me up on Venmo for a cup of coffee or a shot and a beer @ganglandwire Click here to "buy me a cup of coffee" To go to the store or make a donation or rent Ballot Theft: Burglary, Murder, Coverup, click here To rent Brothers against Brothers, the documentary, click here.  To rent Gangland Wire, the documentary, click here To buy my Kindle book, Leaving Vegas: The True Story of How FBI Wiretaps Ended Mob Domination of Las Vegas Casinos. To subscribe on iTunes click here. Please give me a review and help others find the podcast. Donate to the podcast. Click here! Transcript [0:00] Well, hey, all you wiretappers. Good to be back here in Studio Gangland Wire. A little bonus episode here. Hopefully, you just listened to or watched my interview with Anthony DeStefano, who had these books about Frank Costello and Vito Genovese, and from which Nick Pileggi researched to write his screenplay for the most recent movie that's just released, Alto Nights, It's a pretty interesting movie. We haven't seen a movie about the mob in the 50s since the 50s or the 60s, I don't think. And they talk about the Alto Knight Social Club. That's what this was all about, the Alto Knight Social Club. It was a Genovese social club. But what I've noticed is there's a lot of discussion about where was this club? And there's a whole school of thought, thanks to the New York Times or another New York newspaper, were obviously conflating the Ravenite Social Club and the Alto Knights Social Club. Two different clubs. So let's look at the Ravenite, which was at 247 Mulberry Street. And what the papers are saying, that the Alto Knights name was changed by Carlo Gambino when he inherited it from Albert Anastasia after he was killed. Barbershop Quartet, if you remember, murdered him in the Barbershare most famous mob photos ever, I think. Bosley Gambino changed it to the Raven Knights, Raven Knights, like, you know. [1:26] Knights with a sword and the raven, because he loved the Edgar Allan Poe poem so much, the one called the Raven, you know, the Raven, quote, the Raven nevermore. Now, it seems kind of weird that Gambino must have been a pretty erudite, sophisticated mob boss. If you read Edgar Allan Poe and poems, you know, I remember it because it's just so immensely popular. It got to, you know, quote the Raven nevermore. It's such a great line that, you know, you've heard of it. I don't think I ever read the whole thing. It's certainly not for fun, maybe in school.

Outlaws & Gunslingers
Mafia | Louis Daidone | Matthew Madonna | Michael DeSantis

Outlaws & Gunslingers

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 23:43


We are moving on with more acting bosses in the Lucchese Family as we take a look at Louis Daidone, Matthew Madonna, and the current acting boss Michael DeSantis.  Subscribe to our YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@bangdangnetworkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/outlaws-gunslingers--4737234/support.

Third Degree
Note from Elie 3/26: DOJ's Selective Do-Nothing Era

Third Degree

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 9:00


Elie Honig is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and co-chief of the organized crime unit at the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted more than 100 mobsters, including members of La Cosa Nostra, and the Gambino and Genovese crime families. He went on to serve as Director of the Department of Law and Public Safety at New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice. He is currently Special Counsel at Lowenstein Sandler and a CNN legal analyst. For a transcript of Elie's note and the full archive of contributor notes, head to CAFE.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Pocket
Coach Mike Gambino Talks Building MLB Stars at Penn State!

The Pocket

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 56:23


Who's up in the On Deck Circle?Penn State Baseball Head Coach Mike Gambino steps into the On Deck Circle for this week's brand new episode! This week, Christian Helsel & Sal Biasi go in-depth with Head Coach Mike Gambino to explore his vision for transforming the Nittany Lions into college baseball's next big thing. From his obsession with player development to creating a culture of resilience and grit, Coach Gambino shares the big picture of his strategy and what to expect from this season and beyond.Key topics covered in this episode:- How Penn State Baseball is setting a new standard under Coach Gambino's leadership.- The program's commitment to player development and its importance for long-term success.- Exclusive insights into building a winning culture and fostering connections with alumni and fans.- The role of resilience, attention to detail, and team identity in achieving success on and off the field.- The excitement surrounding transfer players like Paxton Kling and their impact on the program.FOLLOW STATE MEDIA HERE:► TWITTER | ⁠https://twitter.com/StateMediaPSU⁠► TIKTOK | ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@statemediapsu⁠► INSTAGRAM | ⁠https://www.instagram.com/statemediapsu/⁠► YOUTUBE | ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@StateMediaPSU?sub_confirmation=1⁠CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro00:50 - Last Year Overview05:00 - Setting a New Standard in Sports07:52 - Bryce Mangene Insights10:55 - Importance of Language in Coaching13:16 - Impact of Paxton Kling 21:09 - Bringing PA Kids Back to State Programs23:51 - Recruiting Strategies and Trends26:25 - Importance of Fan Support in Sports30:01 - Changing Team Culture Quickly42:01 - Player Development Techniques44:14 - Using Data Analytics for Player Development49:20 - Dollar Dog Night Event54:13 - How Can We Help Coach Initiatives#collegebaseball #mlb #cbb #pennstate #weare #swing #happyvalley

Third Degree
Note from Elie 3/21: “One Unelected Judge” vs. the President

Third Degree

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 11:32


Elie Honig is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and co-chief of the organized crime unit at the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted more than 100 mobsters, including members of La Cosa Nostra, and the Gambino and Genovese crime families. He went on to serve as Director of the Department of Law and Public Safety at New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice. He is currently Special Counsel at Lowenstein Sandler and a CNN legal analyst.  For a transcript of Elie's note and the full archive of contributor notes, head to CAFE.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Third Degree
Note from Elie 3/17: Trump Pushes Courts to the Brink

Third Degree

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 9:34


Elie Honig is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and co-chief of the organized crime unit at the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted more than 100 mobsters, including members of La Cosa Nostra, and the Gambino and Genovese crime families. He went on to serve as Director of the Department of Law and Public Safety at New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice. He is currently Special Counsel at Lowenstein Sandler and a CNN legal analyst.  For a transcript of Elie's note and the full archive of contributor notes, head to CAFE.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

DJROYMIXTAPES
DJ ROY X GAMBINO SOUND X RICKY PLATINUM ACCESS GRANTED 03.15.24

DJROYMIXTAPES

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2025 151:32


live dj set none stop juggling

Third Degree
Note from Elie 3/14: Eric Adams: NYC's Mayor, DOJ's Yo-Yo

Third Degree

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 10:05


Elie Honig is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and co-chief of the organized crime unit at the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted more than 100 mobsters, including members of La Cosa Nostra, and the Gambino and Genovese crime families. He went on to serve as Director of the Department of Law and Public Safety at New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice. He is currently Special Counsel at Lowenstein Sandler and a CNN legal analyst.  For a transcript of Elie's note and the full archive of contributor notes, head to CAFE.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tall Boy Radio
#TBR268 - Lou Ferrante ~ From Cell Block to Bestseller

Tall Boy Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 102:37


Prepare to be captivated as Beans and Gaz, the dynamic duo of Tall Boy Radio, dive deep into the extraordinary life of Lou Ferrante. This isn't just another interview; it's a raw, unfiltered journey into the heart of the Gambino crime family, the brutal realities of maximum-security prison, and the remarkable transformation of a man who defied all odds.Lou Ferrante, a name synonymous with the gritty underworld of New York City, joins Beans and Gaz to recount his formative years in the unforgiving streets of Queens. Hear firsthand how he navigated a world where respect was earned through power and survival was paramount. Lou candidly shares his experiences within the Gambino family, revealing the intricate web of loyalty, betrayal, and the constant threat that defined his existence.But this is not a glorification of a criminal past. Lou pulls no punches as he details the moment his world came crashing down, leading to a lengthy stint in a maximum-security prison. Experience the stark, harrowing realities of life behind bars, where every day was a battle for survival and redemption seemed like a distant dream. Lou's unwavering adherence to the code, his refusal to “snitch,” and his determination to carve a new path are the cornerstones of this incredible story.Witness the profound transformation as Lou, amidst the chaos and confinement, discovered the power of education and the written word. He shares the genesis of his bestselling books, including the international sensation "Mob Rules," and the creation of his Discovery Channel series, "Inside the Gangster's Code." Discover how he channeled his experiences into a powerful message of reform, using his past to educate and inspire others to choose a different path.Beans and Gaz, with their trademark blend of humour and genuine curiosity, guide Lou through his extraordinary journey. From the streets of Queens to the confines of a maximum-security prison, and finally, to a life of purpose and redemption, Lou Ferrante's story is a testament to the human spirit's resilience.This episode of Tall Boy Radio is more than just an interview; it's a masterclass in survival, redemption, and the enduring power of second chances. Don't miss this exclusive, no-holds-barred conversation with a man who walked the line between darkness and light, and emerged a beacon of hope.If you want to learn more, we would implore you to pick up some of Lou Ferrante's books on Amazon or find out more on Lou's website :About Loutallboyradio.com

Cops and Writers Podcast
212 Former Gambino Mobster, Now International Bestselling Author Louis Ferrante Takes us Inside the Mafia, & the Kennedy Connection. (Part Two)

Cops and Writers Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2025 80:44


Send us a textWelcome to the conclusion of a special two part show with fan favorite, former Gambino Family Mobster turned mafia historian and international bestselling author, Louis Ferrante. Mr. Ferrante grew up in New York City and became entangled in the Gambino crime family. He was eventually arrested and served almost ten years in prison. While he was incarcerated, he taught himself to write, and he fell in love with books. He promised himself that he would someday become an international bestselling author, and he did!Louis Ferrante is an international bestselling author, including his newest book, Borgata: Clash of Titans: A History of the American Mafia: Volume 2 of the Borgata Trilogy. He is also a global speaker and television host for Discovery Networks International. His books have been translated into twenty languages and his television series has aired in over 200 countries and territories around the world.Please enjoy this conversation where we discuss the head of the Kennedy clan, Joe Kennedy and his affiliation with the mob, his manipulation of American Politics that led to his sons John F. Kennedy becoming president and Bobby Kennedy becoming attorney general and both of their eventual assignations. We also dive into the hatred between FBI Director J. Edgar Hoover and the Kennedy's. We also discuss mob and union bosses Jimmy Hoffa, Sam Giancana, Carlos Marcello, Florida don Santo Trafficante and a host of other prominent mafia characters.In today's episode we discuss:.·      J. Edgar Hoover, The Kennedys, and the mob. ·      FBI conducting illegal wiretaps and other illegal activities regarding the mob.·      The mob and the bay of pig's connection.·      The United States hiring mafia hitmen to take out Fidel Castro.·      The Lee Harvey Oswald and Jack Ruby connection with the mob.·      J. Edgar Hoover withholding information on the John F. Kennedy assassination that could have saved his life.·      The Warren Commission. ·      The movie The Godfather and blowback from the real mafia.·      The Jimmy Hoffa / Richard Nixon and the mob connection. Visit Lou on his website to learn more about him and his books!Check out the new Cops and Writers YouTube channel!Check out my newest book, The Good Collar (Michael Quinn Vigilante Justice Series Book 1)!What would you do if you lost the one you loved the most? How far would you go to quench your thirst for vengeance?https://a.co/d/2UsJPbaSupport the show

Third Degree
Note from Elie 3/7: Blocked, Un-Blocked, Re-Blocked: How to Understand the Dizzying DOGE Court Rulings

Third Degree

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025 11:28


Elie Honig is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and co-chief of the organized crime unit at the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted more than 100 mobsters, including members of La Cosa Nostra, and the Gambino and Genovese crime families. He went on to serve as Director of the Department of Law and Public Safety at New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice. He is currently Special Counsel at Lowenstein Sandler and a CNN legal analyst.  For a transcript of Elie's note and the full archive of contributor notes, head to CAFE.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our True Crime Podcast
299. Mafia's Finest: Stephen Caracappa and Louis Eppolito

Our True Crime Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 55:23


It is November 6th, 1990. The air was crisp, the Belt Parkway humming with the usual New York traffic. Among the cars was Eddie Lino—an old-school Gambino enforcer, a man whose name carried weight in the city's underworld. He'd spent years dodging the law. But this time, the flashing red and blue lights in his rearview weren't just another routine hassle. As the unmarked car closed in, Lino must've felt it—something was off. Before he could react, gunfire rang out. The ambush was clean and professional in a city where power shifts with a trigger pull; Eddie Lino's time was up. For a man who had made a living by the gun, there were only two ways out: a prison cell or a body bag. Lino avoided the first. And he paid his dues in full on that Brooklyn highway in 1992. Dirty cops and the mob—nothing new in New York. But this case? This was different. Two high-ranking NYPD detectives weren't just looking the other way; they worked for the Lucchese crime family, pulling jobs and covering tracks for over a decade. They didn't just take bribes—they were on the payroll.Join Cam and Jen on this episode of Our True Crime Podcast entitled ‘Mafia's Finest: Stephen Caracappa and Louis Eppolito.'Listener discretion by @octoberpodVHSMusic is by our editor @theinkypawprintSources:Mafia Cops Interview - Louis Eppolito on the Sally Jesse Raphael showhttps://www.amazon.com/Mafia-Cop-Lou-Eppolito/dp/1416517014http://www.nydailynews.com/news/crime/mafia-cops-louis-eppolito-stephen-caracappa-sentenced-life-prison-article-1.366777https://www.justice.gov/archive/usao/nye/pr/2009/2009mar06b.htmlhttps://www.reddit.com/r/OldSchoolCool/comments/15ygama/louis_eppolito_on_sally_jesse_raphael_1992/https://nypost.com/2005/07/07/victims-mom-fingered-mafia-cop-from-tv-talk-show/https://www.justice.gov/archive/usao/nye/pr/2005/2005mar10.htmlhttps://www.nytimes.com/2019/11/07/nyregion/louis-eppolito-dead.htmlhttps://www.silive.com/news/2017/04/report_mob_cop_with_staten_isl.htmlhttps://web.archive.org/web/20170412190201/http://gothamist.com/2017/04/12/nypd_cop_turned_mafia_hitman_dies_i.phphttps://caselaw.findlaw.com/us-2nd-circuit/1532561.htmlhttps://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/nyc-crime/ny-mafia-cop-louis-eppolito-dead-20191105-55tnkoq4f5amvm5555qcp3fb34-story.htmlhttps://www.justice.gov/archive/usao/nye/pr/2009/2009mar06b.htmlhttp://www.ipsn.org/indictments/caracappa_indictment/caracappa_indictment_newest.htmhttps://web.archive.org/web/20060111191537/https://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2006/01/05/60minutes/main1180833.shtmlhttp://www.ipsn.org/indictments/caracappa_indictment/caracappa_indictment_newest.htm

Bar Stars Happy Hour
The Fight Of Her Life with Ashlee Gambino

Bar Stars Happy Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 56:26


Ashlee Gambino is a wife, a mother, former professional boxer, and MMA fighter. Her ascending career was impacted by a terminal disease that has left her fighting for her life. In this episode we discuss what lead her from boxing on Fremont Street in Las Vegas, to ultimately making her way to the professional ranks of boxing and MMA. On the path to being a champion, she experienced major setbacks, tragic loss, and a medical diagnosis that would change her life forever.  She now fights with even more tenacity for the life of her family and herself. Ashlee gives you a glimpse into real life and the importance of living everyday to the fullest. This interview will give you insight on what it truly means to be a fighter in every sense of the word, and having the heart and determination of a warrior.  Support the show

Cops and Writers Podcast
211 Former Gambino Mobster, Now International Bestselling Author Louis Ferrante Takes us Inside the Mafia, Politics & the Kennedy Connection.

Cops and Writers Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2025 77:22


Send us a textWelcome to part one of a special two-part show with former Gambino Family Mobster turned mafia historian and international bestselling author Louis Ferrante. Mr. Ferrante grew up in New York City and became entangled in the Gambino crime family. He was eventually arrested and served almost ten years in prison. While he was incarcerated, he taught himself to write, and he fell in love with books. He promised himself that he would someday become an international bestselling author, and he did!Louis Ferrante is an international bestselling author, including his newest book, Borgata: Clash of Titans: A History of the American Mafia: Volume 2 of the Borgata Trilogy. He is also a global speaker and television host for Discovery Networks International. His books have been translated into twenty languages, and his television series has aired in over 200 countries and territories worldwide.Please enjoy this conversation where we discuss the head of the Kennedy clan, Joe Kennedy and his affiliation with the mob, his manipulation of American Politics that led to his sons John F. Kennedy becoming president and Bobby Kennedy becoming attorney general and both of their eventual assignations. We also dive into the hatred between FBI Director J. Edgar Hoover and the Kennedy's. We also discuss mob and union bosses Jimmy Hoffa, Sam Giancana, Carlos Marcello, Florida don Santo Trafficante and a host of other prominent mafia characters.In today's episode we discuss:.·      Does Lou ever feel like his life is in danger because of writing these books? He exposes a lot of dirt, some known some unknown on some very powerful families (both mob and non-mob) and politicians..·      The first book of the trilogy, Borgata: Rise of Empire: A History of the American Mafia (Borgata Trilogy).·      The history of the Catholic religion and the mob. ·      Chicago politics and organized crime.·      Trump signing off on the Warren Commission files. What, if any, startling revelations will come out of this? Who do you think killed Kennedy? ·      The rumblings in the mob to kill John F and Bobby Kennedy.·      Joe Kennedy. The big boss of the family. His alliance with the mob, bootlegging, killing illegal aliens (dumping them off boats), FDR and Joe Kennedy?·      Joe Kennedy aspiring to become president but was anti-democracy. More pro-Hitler and Nazis. ·      Joe Kennedy having girlfriend's and then handing them down to his sons after he was done with them.·      JFK, war hero and second son of the Kennedys. Joe had him picked to become president. Joe made a deal with Sam Giancana (Chicago mob) to get his son elected in a very close race between him and Nixon.·      Bobby Kennedy was thought of as a slacker and a wimp. Not up to par for the Kennedy persona.·      Bobby Kennedy going after the teamsters and Jimmy Hoffa. History of Bobby Kennedy and Jimmy Hoffa.·      Frank Sinatra and the mob? Unofficial liaison?Visit Lou on his website to learn more about him and his books!Check out the new Cops and Writers YouTube channel!Check out my newest book, The Good Collar (Michael Quinn Vigilante Justice Series Book 1)!What would you do if you lost the one you loved the most? How far would you go to quench your thirst for vengeance?https://a.co/d/2UsJPbaSupport the show

Third Degree
Note from Elie 2/27: The Nation's Most Dangerous Prosecutor

Third Degree

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 10:42


Elie Honig is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and co-chief of the organized crime unit at the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted more than 100 mobsters, including members of La Cosa Nostra, and the Gambino and Genovese crime families. He went on to serve as Director of the Department of Law and Public Safety at New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice. He is currently Special Counsel at Lowenstein Sandler and a CNN legal analyst.  For a transcript of Elie's note and the full archive of contributor notes, head to CAFE.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Anchored by the Sword
Robert Borelli's Freedom Story!

Anchored by the Sword

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 40:44


What happens when the life you thought would bring you power and respect leads only to destruction? Robert Borelli knows that journey firsthand. Raised in Brooklyn, he was drawn into the Gambino crime family at a young age, searching for identity and security. What followed was a life of crime, addiction, and despair—until a prison cell became his place of surrender.In this episode, Robert shares his incredible testimony of how Jesus found him at his lowest, redeemed his life, and set him on a new path. From being deeply entrenched in the mafia to entering witness protection and finding true freedom in Christ, his story is a testament to the transforming power of God's grace.Key Takeaways: • The deceptive allure of power, money, and status • The depths of addiction and the brokenness it brings • A life-changing encounter with God in the midst of despair • How surrendering to Jesus led to complete restoration • The power of Scripture in renewing the mind and heartThis is a story of hope, transformation, and the relentless love of God. No matter where you are or what you've done, it's never too late for a new beginning.Bio:‘At the age of 20, I was arrested for two murders and possession of a gun and I was paraded around as the up and coming star of the Gambino Crime Family. If God can save me, he can save anyone.' — Robert BorelliRobert Borelli was born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1954, in the middle of the Gambino Crime Family neighborhood. As a young boy he quickly built a reputation as a little tough guy. Surrounded by real tough guys he began working for The Gambino's by fourteen. By twenty he had two murder wraps and numerous arrests under his belt. He was being paraded around the neighborhood as the up and coming star of the feared Gambino Family, the same family which John Gotti would eventually bring into the main stream media and make a household name.Robert Borelli was once a rising star in the New York Mafia's biggest crime family. But his gangster lifestyle—and a crippling drug addiction—eventually landed him in prison, abandoned by everyone who he knew could help him. When his three-year-old daughter asked him in tears why he didn't visit her, despair crashed over him and he cried out: “God, either have me killed or change me—I don't want to live like this anymore. Please help me!” He began reading the Bible and became a new man in Christ, along with becoming a new person under the Federal Witness Protection Program. Today Robert is blessed by his wife Patricia and is passionate about sharing the truth about God's transformative power with others.He has gained some intense formal education in his newfound faith. Mr. Borelli's story baffles the mind and intrigues the hearts of all who hear it.His passion and calling is to share his story as a preventive to those who are in similar situations, and encourage each of us to find the Truth about who we really are. Today, as he tours around the world, he candidly, emotionally and passionately shares his life story with all who will listen.Anchor Verses:Matthew 6: 33Romans 8:28Galatians 2:20Connect with Robert:

Coach & Kernan
Episode 1119 PN State Skipper Mike Gambino joins the Schaefer Baseball Report hosted by Jeff Schaefer, Todd Friedman, and Andrew Zike with Dave Dagostino

Coach & Kernan

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 51:05


College Baseball Scoring Frenzy- Tommy V & Jace The Gambino Origin Story High Standards & Accountability= Love Obsession with development Open communication style Real vs Feel A good teacher makes himself obsolete The portal and NIL ... it's like starting a new profession Build a wall around PA RPI ... schedule good teams and beat them Happy Valley is a great place to live

Third Degree
Note from Elie 2/18: The Justice Department's Existential Crisis Is Self-Inflicted

Third Degree

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 10:55


Elie Honig is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and co-chief of the organized crime unit at the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted more than 100 mobsters, including members of La Cosa Nostra, and the Gambino and Genovese crime families. He went on to serve as Director of the Department of Law and Public Safety at New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice. He is currently Special Counsel at Lowenstein Sandler and a CNN legal analyst.  For a transcript of Elie's note and the full archive of contributor notes, head to CAFE.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Q&A
Louis Ferrante, "Borgata: Clash of Titans" PART 1

Q&A

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 69:57


Former mafia associate Louis Ferrante talks about "Borgata: Clash of Titans," volume two of his history of the American mafia that covers the years 1960-1985. In part one of a two-part interview, he gives a history of the mafia in America, discusses Attorney General Robert Kennedy's war against organized crime and the involvement that he says the mafia had in the 1960 election and 1963 assassination of President John Kennedy. Mr. Ferrante also shares stories about his time as a heist expert for the Gambino crime family, which led to his imprisonment in 1994.     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

C-SPAN Bookshelf
Louis Ferrante, "Borgata: Clash of Titans" PART 1

C-SPAN Bookshelf

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 69:57


Former mafia associate Louis Ferrante talks about "Borgata: Clash of Titans," volume two of his history of the American mafia that covers the years 1960-1985. In part one of a two-part interview, he gives a history of the mafia in America, discusses Attorney General Robert Kennedy's war against organized crime and the involvement that he says the mafia had in the 1960 election and 1963 assassination of President John Kennedy. Mr. Ferrante also shares stories about his time as a heist expert for the Gambino crime family, which led to his imprisonment in 1994.     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Third Degree
Note from Elie 2/11: DOJ Abandons Adams Prosecution — and Independence

Third Degree

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 7:59


Elie Honig is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and co-chief of the organized crime unit at the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted more than 100 mobsters, including members of La Cosa Nostra, and the Gambino and Genovese crime families. He went on to serve as Director of the Department of Law and Public Safety at New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice. He is currently Special Counsel at Lowenstein Sandler and a CNN legal analyst.  For a transcript of Elie's note and the full archive of contributor notes, head to CAFE.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Third Degree
Note from Elie 2/7: The “Make Me” Presidency

Third Degree

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2025 8:16


Elie Honig is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and co-chief of the organized crime unit at the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted more than 100 mobsters, including members of La Cosa Nostra, and the Gambino and Genovese crime families. He went on to serve as Director of the Department of Law and Public Safety at New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice. He is currently Special Counsel at Lowenstein Sandler and a CNN legal analyst.  For a transcript of Elie's note and the full archive of contributor notes, head to CAFE.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gangland Wire
The Last Days of John Gotti

Gangland Wire

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 54:51


Retired KCPD Intelligence Unit Detective Gary Jenkins takes listeners inside the Federal Prison Hospital at Springfield and the final days of John Gotti's life. Former inmate Mark Black wrote Black Truth: The Last Days of Gotti. He takes us back to his early days in the prison system, recounting his initial charge and transfer to the Springfield Federal Medical Center. There, he forged profound relationships with high-profile mafia members, gaining rare insights into their lives, codes, and the unspoken rules governing their world. Among these encounters, his time with Greg DePalma and John Gotti of the Gambino family stands out. Mark shares vivid stories of their mutual respect and the deep conversations that revealed Greg's storied past, including connections to infamous figures like Tony Ducks and Fat Tony. Through these aging mobsters, Mark paints a fascinating picture of how street reputations followed them into prison, where they exchanged tales of past glories and upheld the mafia's sacred code of honor. The episode also explores Mark's interactions with John Gotti, offering a unique glimpse into the infamous mob boss's life behind bars. Mark delivered meals and kites (messages) for Gotti as a prison orderly. He tells about the stark contrast between Gotti's outward bravado and the signs of stress and resignation from solitary confinement. Mark Black became Gotti's "eyes and ears" in the prison outside his solitary confinement. Tensions rise as Mark delves into the story of a proposed hit on Nicky LaSorsa. He recounts the volatile dynamics of trust and betrayal, particularly involving a convicted drug kingpin, Jose Reyes, who sought to manipulate alliances and set up John Gotti Jr. and Greg DePalma for an early release from several life sentences. Mark's role as an intermediary in these dangerous scenarios highlights the precarious balance between loyalty and treachery that defines the mafia lifestyle. Through these gripping accounts, Mark offers listeners an insider's view of the unyielding nature of mob loyalty and the ever-present risks of living by its code. Subscribe to get new gangster stories every week. Hit me up on Venmo for a cup of coffee or a shot and a beer @ganglandwire Click here to "buy me a cup of coffee" To go to the store or make a donation or rent Ballot Theft: Burglary, Murder, Coverup, click here To rent Brothers against Brothers, the documentary, click here.  To rent Gangland Wire, the documentary, click here To buy my Kindle book, Leaving Vegas: The True Story of How FBI Wiretaps Ended Mob Domination of Las Vegas Casinos. To subscribe on iTunes click here. Please give me a review and help others find the podcast. Donate to the podcast. Click here! Transcript [0:00] Well, hey, all you Wiretappers, welcome back here to the studio of Gangland Wire. This is Gary Jenkins, retired Kansas City Police Intelligence Unit Sergeant, and I have an interesting guy. He has a book, of course. You know, a lot of my guys have books. Where's that book? Oh, The Last Days of Gotti. You might want to check that book out. It's very well written. I'll assure you that. Mark D. Black. Mark, welcome. I really appreciate you coming on the show. Well, thank you, Gary. Now, Mark, as I've gone through this book, you you're like my friend, Steve St. John, who I have some other shows with many of my regular fans will know that name. And you were an orderly down in Springfield and the federal hospital and the prison hospital down there. Now, how did you even end up in the federal prison system? I guess is my first question. [0:51] Well, I was charged with drugs and firearms violation, and I got seven years in state and then the feds. And then when I got done with my state sentence, I went to the feds and did some time at El Reno in Oklahoma City. And then when I was timing out, they decided to send me to Springfield Federal Medical Center to work to take care of the sick inmates.

Third Degree
Note from Elie 1/24: The Power of Pardons (To Distract)

Third Degree

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2025 8:49


Elie Honig is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and co-chief of the organized crime unit at the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted more than 100 mobsters, including members of La Cosa Nostra, and the Gambino and Genovese crime families. He went on to serve as Director of the Department of Law and Public Safety at New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice. He is currently Special Counsel at Lowenstein Sandler and a CNN legal analyst.  For a transcript of Elie's note and the full archive of contributor notes, head to CAFE.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Most Notorious! A True Crime History Podcast
American Criminal: John Gotti - Making a Man

Most Notorious! A True Crime History Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2025 45:34


This is the first episode of Airship's new series about John Gotti on their American Criminal podcast. "Living in poverty as a young kid, John Gotti takes up mafia work very early on. He knows that the Gambino family is his ticket out, and he's willing to do whatever it takes to climb the ranks. Even if it means killing a guy." For more information about the podcast visit Airship's American Criminal website: https://www.americancriminal.com/ and listen to the rest of the series by subscribing to American Criminal on your favorite podcast listening platform. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Third Degree
Note from Elie 1/14: Jack Smith, Paper Tiger

Third Degree

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2025 9:28


Elie Honig is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and co-chief of the organized crime unit at the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted more than 100 mobsters, including members of La Cosa Nostra, and the Gambino and Genovese crime families. He went on to serve as Director of the Department of Law and Public Safety at New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice. He is currently Special Counsel at Lowenstein Sandler and a CNN legal analyst.  For a transcript of Elie's note and the full archive of contributor notes, head to CAFE.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Third Degree
Note from Elie 1/10: The Trump Hush Money Sentencing: A Felon, Unpunished

Third Degree

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2025 9:30


Elie Honig is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and co-chief of the organized crime unit at the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted more than 100 mobsters, including members of La Cosa Nostra, and the Gambino and Genovese crime families. He went on to serve as Director of the Department of Law and Public Safety at New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice. He is currently Special Counsel at Lowenstein Sandler and a CNN legal analyst.  For a transcript of Elie's note and the full archive of contributor notes, head to CAFE.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Third Degree
Note from Elie 1/7: TikTok's Last Stand

Third Degree

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2025 9:54


Elie Honig is a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and co-chief of the organized crime unit at the Southern District of New York, where he prosecuted more than 100 mobsters, including members of La Cosa Nostra, and the Gambino and Genovese crime families. He went on to serve as Director of the Department of Law and Public Safety at New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice. He is currently Special Counsel at Lowenstein Sandler and a CNN legal analyst.  For a transcript of Elie's note and the full archive of contributor notes, head to CAFE.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices