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This week, Nizzbit returns to the show to have Travis watch the 2002 drama Road to Perdition for the first time. Set in 1931, Mike Sullivan works for the local mobster, but when his son Michael Jr stows away on one of his "errands" and witnesses a shootout, they become entangled in a plot to kill them both by the Mobsters son, Connor. Tom Hanks stars along with Paul Newman, Daniel Craig, and Tyler Hoechlin in one of his earliest roles. So, is this one of the best adaptations of a comic/graphic novel out there? Or does it fail to live up to the hype? Let's find out...Thanks go out to Audie Norman (@TheAudieNorman) for the album art. Outro music In Pursuit provided by Purple-Planet.comSupport the show by going to patreon.com/wyhsVisit tvstravis.com for more shows and projects from TVsTravis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this Mob Mentality Show episode, we join James Herr and Woody Zuill for a one-of-a-kind session James calls the "Hot Sauce Ensemble" — mob programming a video game from scratch in the Godot engine using AI, while eating escalating hot sauces every three-minute rotation. Fair warning to podcast listeners: this episode has a strong YouTube component. If things start sounding chaotic and spicy, that's because they are — jump over to YouTube to see what's happening on screen. James set up the session with Claude Code in VS Code (backed by Amazon Bedrock) and a blank Godot project containing only one asset: a hot sauce sprite generated by ChatGPT. From there, the mob navigated an AI coding agent through a real-time game build — adding player movement, landing explosions, and physics-based bell pepper enemies that scatter when stomped. The enemies were bell peppers specifically because Chris despises them. The hero is hot sauce. The logic is sound. Along the way, James introduced the "plate spinning" technique: opening multiple AI agents in parallel terminals so one prompt cooks while the mob drives another, keeping momentum even when AI responses run long. We dig into: How "Hot Sauce Ensemble" combines traditional mob rotations with escalating spicy food — and why it works as a team-building format Using Claude Code in VS Code with Godot to build a playable game from a blank project in real time The plate spinning technique: running multiple AI coding agents in parallel terminals to maintain flow Why the goal should be "effective," not "productive" — and how mob programming and AI tools both support that shift How AI procedurally generates game art assets (bell pepper sprites built from polygon shapes and shading) without any image generation tools Navigating an unfamiliar codebase and engine as a mob, using an AI agent as the technical guide What happens to your prompting quality when habaneros and The Last Dab are involved Hot sauce as a hero, bell peppers as villains: designing game mechanics around personal taste (literally) If you've ever wondered what mob programming looks like when applied to game development, AI-assisted coding, and competitive spice tolerance all at once, this episode delivers all three simultaneously — with physics.   References… James Herr's LinkedIn: [PASTE LINK] Woody Zuill's LinkedIn: [PASTE LINK] Godot Engine: https://godotengine.org/ Claude Code: https://www.anthropic.com/claude-code Mobster (mob timer): [PASTE LINK] Hot Sauces Featured… James: Hot Ones Apricot Sauce (#7), Hot Ones The Last Dab (#10) Woody: Taco Bell Hot Sauce, ~3 lbs pickled jalapeños (stuffed in a burrito) Chris: Fishwife Albacore in Spicy Olive Oil, Oni Yuzu Lemon Hot Sauce (Japan), Marie Sharp's Carrot & Habanero (2-habanero, 4-habanero Blazing Hot, and 5-habanero BEWARE) on a PB&J Thanks to G-SLiK (https://soundcloud.com/g-slik) for the intro and outro music. Chris Lucian and Austin Chadwick discuss all things #agile and product development from a #MobProgramming perspective. Chris Lucian is the Director of Software Development at Hunter Industries and a founder of mob programming. https://www.chrislucian.com/p/chris-lucian-biography.html Austin Chadwick is a Mob Programmer at Hunter Industries and is a passionate agilist and craftsman with experience in several roles (e.g. coach, developer, tester, scrum master, business analyst). https://www.linkedin.com/in/austin-chadwick-3a58151a4/ We would love your feedback and ideas for future episodes! Please add comments to the video or reach out to us on Twitter ( https://twitter.com/mob__mentality & https://twitter.com/ChristophLucian ). All statements and opinions expressed by Chris and Austin are solely their own and do not represent the views of any company. Chris and Austin are just sharing and not recommending ( https://justsharing.dev/ ).

Sean McGovern, Daniel Kinahan's closest confidant, has been sentenced to 24 years in prison. Paul tells Mick of a dramatic day in the Special Criminal Court after McGovern was handed two consecutive sentences for his role in directing a crime gang in relation to the murder of innocent Dad of two Noel Kirwan, and the surveillance of Hutch associate James ‘Mago' Gately. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

THE FIRST ALL-STAR GAME with author Randall Sullivan What happens when a botched assassination attempt on a president, the “Outfit,” the Great Depression, and the Legend of Babe Ruth collide in Chicago? Author Randall Sullivan reveals how the first so-called “Game of the Century” helped pull America out of its darkest era. Discover the untold history of baseball's first All-Star Game and the legends that shaped the sport. In 1933, an assassin fired six bullets at President-elect Franklin D. Roosevelt in Miami. Every single bullet missed FDR, but they fatally struck Chicago Mayor Anton Cermak. Out of the political chaos of that assassination, a city's desperation to escape the shadow of Al Capone's crime syndicate, and the darkest, most terrifying days of the Great Depression, an unbelievable gamble was born. To save the city's morale, a new mayor and a sports editor dreamed up the ultimate distraction: the first Major League Baseball All-Star Game. The Book THE FIRST ALL-STAR GAME: Babe Ruth, FDR, and America at the Crossroads (Atlantic Monthly Press, June 2, 2026) Summary Brian O'Leary sits down with three-time Pulitzer Prize nominee Randall Sullivan to discuss his new book, THE FIRST ALL-STAR GAME: Babe Ruth, FDR, and America at the Crossroads (Atlantic Monthly Press, June 2, 2026). Sullivan explains that the book was born from his discouragement over modern political polarization, leading him to research how the United States survived the Great Depression. The conversation traces the chain reaction of events that created the 1933 Chicago World's Fair and the first-ever All-Star Game. This includes a Miami assassination attempt on President-elect Franklin D. Roosevelt that resulted in the death of Chicago Mayor Anton Cermak. Throughout the episode, we dive into the towering mythos of Babe Ruth, noting that his absence in 1925 caused American League attendance to plummet. We also explore the cultural fallout of the 1919 Black Sox scandal, the iron-fisted rule of Commissioner Kenesaw Mountain Landis, and the forgotten legacies of players like Chuck Klein and Lefty O'Doul. Key Takeaways The Origins of the All-Star Game: The 1933 game was staged as a one-off exhibition for the Chicago World's Fair. It was pitched by sports editor Arch Ward to Mayor Edward Nash to boost morale after Mayor Cermak's tragic death. Babe Ruth's Unmatched Stardom: Ruth's absence due to illness in 1925 caused American League attendance to drop by 34%. Furthermore, he holds the top three WAR (Wins Above Replacement) seasons in Major League history. That's just the tip of the iceberg of the Ruthian Legend (and reality). The Black Sox Legacy: The 1919 scandal resulted in a complicated trial where players were acquitted by a working-class jury. However, Judge Landis later banned them for life, restoring baseball's image in the eyes of the outraged American public. Overlooked Baseball Legends: Sullivan argues that Lefty O'Doul deserves Hall of Fame recognition. O'Doul not only hit .398 with 254 hits in a 154-game season, but he was also instrumental in bringing baseball to Japan and in developing it there. Chapters Introduction to Randall Sullivan and his new book, The First All-Star Game. Finding inspiration in America's resilience during the Great Depression. FDR's assassination attempt and its connection to the Chicago World's Fair. The creation of the “Game of the Century” by Arch Ward. Babe Ruth's towering legacy and massive impact on baseball attendance. The 1919 Black Sox scandal trial and Judge Kenesaw Mountain Landis. Unfairly judged players: The forgotten greatness of Chuck Klein. Why Lefty O'Doul deserves a spot in the Baseball Hall of Fame. Final thoughts on the historical significance of the 1933 All-Star Game. Memorable Quotes “If Michael Jordan had been injured in a season, maybe NBA attendance would've dropped by 3.4%… but without Babe Ruth, it dropped by 34%.” – Randall Sullivan “I want people to understand… that this was more than a game. And it was more than the inauguration of a tradition. It was a turning point in American history.” – Randall Sullivan Resources Mentioned THE FIRST ALL-STAR GAME: Babe Ruth, FDR, and America at the Crossroads (Atlantic Monthly Press, June 2, 2026). By Randall Sullivan The Big Fella: Babe Ruth and the World He Created. By Jane Leavy The Called Shot: Babe Ruth, the Chicago Cubs, and the Unforgettable Major League Baseball Season of 1932. By Thomas Wolf Baseball in the Roaring Twenties: The Yankees, the Cardinals, and the Captivating 1926 Season. By Thomas Wolf Eight Men Out (1988 Film). Arch: A Promoter, Not a Poet : The Story of Arch Ward. By Thomas B. Littlewood Relevant Content published at UNRELENTING – The O'Leary Review Thomas Wolf on The Brian D. O'Leary Show. Discussion on BASEBALL IN THE ROARING TWENTIES. (September 30, 2025) Is this still baseball? How the All-Star Game lost its heart. MLB's shift toward speed and sponsorship is eroding America's Game, but fans don't have to take it lying down (July 15, 2025) What the History Books Scrubbed from the 1927 Yankees. Forget the sanitized myths of the 1927 Yankees. Before Murderer's Row became immortal, they were hot-headed brawlers fueled by bizarre blunders, petty feuds, and a morning diet of warm blood. (October 3, 2025) Cubs Announcer Became President Thanks to Baseball. Before Ronald Reagan saved the free world from Soviet nuclear annihilation, he was a $75-per-week radio announcer recreating Cubs games hundreds of miles from Wrigley Field. (October 4, 2025) How a Utility Infielder Eavesdropped His Way to Oblivion. Fred McMullin (one of the “Eight Men Out”) and the fatal price of the shortcut. (May 19, 2026) Refuse the Sanitized Version of America. Join UNRELENTING. If today's unvarnished look at baseball's gritty past resonated with you, step into the inner circle. UNRELENTING – The O'Leary Review is a relentless defense of our cultural heritage, athletic tradition, and economic independence against elites who seek to sanitize our history. Support the Mission & Enter The Junto Upgrade to a paid subscription to access our private council and unlock our entire historical archive. The Monthly Option ($14.99/month or $100/year): Get unrestricted access to The Junto (our private community for real-time strategy), the Full Vault of locked essays and podcasts, monthly strategic briefs, and our curated reading list. Founding Member ($497/year) — Strictly limited to 20 members: Get all previous benefits, plus four private 1:1 strategy consultations per year to refine your business or copy, and priority access to all future products. Let's reverse the decline. Upgrade Your Subscription Here: https://briandoleary.substack.com/subscribe

Joe Gallo was never the kind of mobster who stayed in line. While most Mafia soldiers followed orders and respected the chain of command, Gallo spent his life pushing boundaries, challenging bosses, and making enemies on every side. His rebellion helped spark one of the bloodiest internal wars in New York Mafia history and turned him into one of the most controversial figures the underworld ever produced.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/outlaws-gunslingers--4737234/support.Subscribe to our YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@outlawsandgunslingers

This week, we welcome former RCMP officer, Cathy Mansley, to the show. Cathy has been the driving force behind two class action lawsuits against the RCMP, and made the complaint that lead to the Civilian Review and Complaints Commission report on the death of Susan Butlin.Also discussed, the reaction to last week's story on the death by suicide of Clinton Ellision, including media coverage of the situation. We also go in depth on the case of Eric Thibault, who is alleged to be a mob boss-style figure in the lobster fishery in Southwest NS. This week, he had multiple charges dropped after it was discovered that none of the eight witnesses (including three RCMP officers) had been subpoenaed for the trial.

Was the modern mafia shaped not only by secret brotherhoods… but by revolutionary networks, Freemasonic lodges, and political terror movements tied to the French Revolution itself?In Part 3 of Free The Rabbits' Occult Mafia, Joel Thomas investigates the rise of Giuseppe Mazzini, the Jacobins, Young Italy, the Carbonari, and the alleged role of British-backed revolutionary movements in shaping the underground structures that would later influence the Sicilian Mafia. This episode explores the hidden relationship between the Jacobin terror networks, Freemasonry, the Dominican Order, the Inquisition legacy, the Knights of Malta, and the revolutionary secret societies that spread across Europe during the 18th and 19th centuries. From the French Revolution and the Reign of Terror to British intelligence influence, Lord Palmerston, Napoleon III, and the formation of Young Italy—this rabbit hole uncovers the alleged hidden architecture behind modern revolutionary movements and organized crime.Was Giuseppe Mazzini merely a revolutionary hero… or the godfather of a deeper hidden network?Merchandise: https://freetherabbits.myshopify.comBuy Me A Coffee: DonateFollow: Website | Instagram | X | FacebookWatch: YouTube | RumbleMusic: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Music Films: https://merkelfilms.com Email: freetherabbitspodcast@gmail.comDistributed by: merkel.mediaIntro Music:Joel Thomas – Free The RabbitsYouTube | Spotify | Apple MusicOutro Music:Joel Thomas – GreyYouTube | Spotify | Apple MusicTopics Discussed:Giuseppe Mazzini, Young Italy, Jacobins, Reign of Terror, Freemasonry, Carbonari, Knights of Malta, Dominican Order, French Revolution, British intelligence, Lord Palmerston, Napoleon III, Jacobin Club, Sicilian Mafia origins, revolutionary secret societies, Inquisition history, esoteric Christianity, occult politics, underground brotherhoods, hidden history, European revolutions, Malta lodges, Templar legacy, Giuseppe Garibaldi, oligarchy, terror networks

My apologies. I get emotional I get fired up and I get very raw. This is Shavuot like you have never heard, because we are living with anti semitism like we have never heard. Its time we fight fire with Torah fire! Also Reb Aron Kutler makes a deal with Joe Bananas the Mobster, Enjoy and Chag Sameach. 

Scott goes over several case files he recently received involving former Detroit La Cosa Nostra Associate Ronnie Morelli, who was a significant figure in the Detroit Mob from the 1970s through the 1980s. Former Detroit Mobster Nove Tocco, who knew Ronnie Morelli personally, joins to provide insight and context. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Scott is joined by his Patreon partner and former Detroit Mobster Nove Tocco to discuss former longtime Detroit Mayor Coleman Young and his connection to some of the city's most notorious street gang figures in the 1980s. Scott also discusses the infamous "Best Friends" gang, a collection of Detroit's most feared hitmen and drug kingpins during the crack cocaine boom. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

True Crime Author and Boston Mob Historian Springs Toledo joins Scott to talk about the life and crimes of Joe McDonald, the founder of Boston's Winter Hill Gang, a prolific killer, and a major figure in the city's underworld from the 1950s to the 1970s. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Patrick and Adam Riske rose from nothing to rule everything. Download this episode here.Listen to F This Movie! on Apple Podcasts.Also discussed this episode: The Drama (2026), Firewall (2006), Tenacious D in the Pick of Destiny (2006), Big Night (1996), As Good As It Gets (1997), The Fox and the Hound (1981), Fly Away Home (1996), Happily Ever After (1993), The Bride! (2026), The Face With Two Left Feet (1979), Dolly (2026)

Episode 388  James B and Eddie go crazy for Vampires and Mobsters with the Kingpin and Morbius. Plus and a whole host of special guests appear while Jill Stacy and Peter continue their flirtmance and MJ and Peter's marriage continues to struggle. Sponsored by: Marc Spector and Associates Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and Mutt.  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/  Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit

MiMi made us watch Lady Mobster for her birthday and we didn't hate it!Host segments: The Lucc' is Loose Again; Bipolar Laurel; breaking down the logic of "stuck in a dryer" porn prompts; MiMi gets live-coached through the Rowsdower Cocktail Hour; if you're a mobster, don't turn and look when someone says "look!"; Laurel Targaryan; Who is this young Nick?; every podcast needs a moment where they shout out defunct regional department store chains (RIP Lamont's and Bon Marche); Code Enforcement was the thin green line.CW: brief mention of pedophilia

Buckle up for a wild ride into the weird, the unexplained, and the hilarious on The Other Side of Midnight! Host Walter Sterling and NewsNation's Ross Coulthart unpack the ultimate government UFO cover-ups, including the bizarre rumor that the White House is minting a commemorative coin for alien disclosure and the chilling unexplained disappearances of a US Major General and 11 top aerospace scientists. But that's just the beginning! We dive deep into the strangest late-night caller mysteries, exploring giant radiation-sniffing drones hovering over New Jersey, blatant DMV bribery in New York, and nostalgic childhood tales of growing up next to Chicago mobsters who sold cool stuff "off the truck". Plus, stick around for a fascinating pop-culture detour as Walter reveals the secret, highly lucrative "billion-dollar kiss" that literally saved Dawson's Creek. It's an hour of late-night radio you simply can't miss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The French Connection and Paraguay In 1968, a gang of smartly-dressed gangsters robbed a bank in Buenos Aires. The fallout from the raid would lead authorities in all kinds of crazy directions — from French paramilitary hitmen to mobsters belonging to the feared Union Corse, Corsican dope traffickers who'd perfected “French Connection” routes from Southeast Asia and Turkey into Marseille, then onto New York to feed a ballooning American addiction crisis. Amid the chaos, one Frenchman fled Argentina to neighboring Paraguay. There he discovered a smuggler's paradise, full of Nazis and narcos, whose reliance on drugs and contraband would grow so huge that US drug squads would refer not only to the French Connection, but to one named for Paraguay's repressive, half-German dictator: The Stroessner Connection. He and the fugitive French mafioso would form a bond that, in many ways, has outlived both of them to today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gennaro Langella stayed loyal. Victor Orena didn't. What followed was a brutal internal war that nearly tore the Colombo crime family apart.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/outlaws-gunslingers--4737234/support.Subscribe to our YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@outlawsandgunslingers

TIME TRAVEL & MOBSTERS? Why Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice Is A Hulu Hidden Gem!We just finished watching the new R-rated genre-mashup Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice on Hulu, and honestly? We had an absolute blast. In this Flix and Giggles review, Basil and Keo dive into this cheesy but good crime comedy starring James Marsden as a guilt-ridden hitman and Vince Vaughn in a dual role as his partner from two different timelines. We're breaking down that wild chaos of the night as they run from Sosa, a terrifying crime boss. Between the Gilmore Girls digressions and the high-octane practical effects, we're explaining why this is the perfect slightly funny Friday night watch you shouldn't skip.

The state legislature passed laws preventing Florida municipalities from pursuing clean energy.Mobster Charlie Wall ran Tampa in the 20s and 30s. Author and journalist Paul Wilborn researched Wall's life for a fictionalized version of it he wrote titled " The Everlasting Life of Charlie Wall.""Welcome to Florida" patrons receive exclusive access to our weekly conservation newsletter for only $5 per month.

This week Seth Paridon and Jon Parshall welcome author and historian Sara Vladic to the show to discuss her new book, The Dangerous Shore: How a Motley Crew of Scientists, Mobsters, Double Agents, Retirees, Volunteer Pilots (and a Boy Scout) Stopped the Invasion of America. I bet you never thought you would ever hear the name Lucky Luciano or Meyer Lansky on this show. Well, just sit back and watch. This is our first foray, if you will, into the homefront with our pal Sara, and believe me, it does not disappoint. Check out this absolutely fascinating episode to hear about spies, mobsters, secret plots, sabotage and all kinds of other subjects that you never expected. You'll love this one, gang #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #cv6 #midway #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #worldwar2 #usnavy #usnavyseals #usmc #usmarines #saipan #usa #usarmy #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #battleship #battleships #ussenterprise #aircraftcarriers #museum #essex #halsey #taskforce38 #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #cv6 #midway #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #worldwar2 #usnavy #usnavyseals #usmc #usmarines #saipan #usa #usarmy #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #battleship #battleships #ussenterprise #aircraftcarriers #museum #hollywood #movie #movies #books #mastersoftheair #8thairforce #mightyeighth #100thbombgroup #bloodyhundredth #b17 #boeing #airforce wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #cv6 #midway #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #worldwar2 #usnavy #usnavyseals #usmc #usmarines #saipan #usa #usarmy #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #battleship #battleships #ussenterprise #aircraftcarriers #museum #hollywood #movie #movies #books #oldbreed #1stMarineDivision #thepacific #Peleliu #army #marines #marinecorps #worldwar2 #worldwar #worldwarii #leytegulf #battleofleytegulf #rodserling #twilightzone #liberation #blacksheep #power #prisoner #prisonerofwar #typhoon #hurricane #weather #iwojima#bullhalsey #ace #p47 #p38 #fighter #fighterpilot #b29 #strategicstudying #tokyo #boeing #incendiary #usa #franklin #okinawa #yamato #kamikaze #Q&A #questions #questionsandanswers #history #jaws #atomicbomb #nuclear #nationalarchives #nara #johnford #hollywood #fdr #president #roosevelt #doolittle #doolittleraid #pearlharborattack #salvaged #medalofhonor #tarawa #malayalam #singapore #guadalcanal #mob #mafia .

Marsha P. Johnson was a trailblazing figure in LGBTQ+ history whose presence, activism, and compassion left an indelible mark on the movement. From the streets of Greenwich Village to the front lines of early gay rights activism, her life was defined by compassion, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to the most marginalized members of the community.In this episode, we're exploring Marsha's life, her role in the movement that followed Stonewall, and the enduring legacy she left on LGBTQ+ activism, community care, and queer history.Related Episodes:Listen to Episode 17. Mobsters & Mos: How the Mafia Owned Gay NightlifeListen to Episode 51. ACT UP: Silence = DeathListen to Episode 58. Gay Icons: Our Friend, DorothyListen to Episode 63. The Stonewall RiotsAdditional Resources:The Mafia's Control of New York's Gay Bars: A Hidden Chapter in LGBTQ+ HistoryACT UP: The Radical Fight for HIV/AIDS Awareness and LGBTQ+ RightsJudy Garland: The Enduring Legacy of Hollywood's Timeless Star and Gay IconStonewall Riots: A Catalyst for Pride and the Fight for LGBTQ+ RightsMarsha P. Johnson (National Women's History Museum)Overlooked: Marsha P. JohnsonMarsha P. Johnson (Britannica)Marsha: The Joy and Defiance of Marsha P. JohnsonThe Gay Liberation Youth Movement in New York: 'An Army of Lovers Cannot Fail'Pay It No Mind - The Life and Times of Marsha P. JohnsonSupport the showGet Your Merch

Carmine Persico led the Colombo family through mob wars, federal crackdowns, and the historic Commission Trial all while locked in prison. This is the rise and reign of one of the last old school New York mob bosses.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/outlaws-gunslingers--4737234/support.Subscribe to our YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@bangdangnetwork

Daniel Simone is an author and historian known for researching the history and inner workings of organized crime. Often referred to as The Mafia Historian, Simone has written extensively about the rise of American Mafia families, their influence on business and politics, and the personalities who shaped organized crime in the United States. Drawing on historical records, interviews, and investigative research, his work examines how Mafia culture developed, how law enforcement confronted it, and how these criminal organizations left a lasting mark on American social and cultural history.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-x-zone-radio-tv-show--1078348/support.Please note that all XZBN radio and/or television shows are Copyright © REL-MAR McConnell Meda Company, Niagara, Ontario, Canada – www.rel-mar.com. For more Episodes of this show and all shows produced, broadcasted and syndicated from REL-MAR McConell Media Company and The 'X' Zone Broadcast Network and the 'X' Zone TV Channell, visit www.xzbn.net. For programming, distribution, and syndication inquiries, email programming@xzbn.net.We are proud to announce the we have launched TWATNews.com, launched in August 2025.TWATNews.com is an independent online news platform dedicated to uncovering the truth about Donald Trump and his ongoing influence in politics, business, and society. Unlike mainstream outlets that often sanitize, soften, or ignore stories that challenge Trump and his allies, TWATNews digs deeper to deliver hard-hitting articles, investigative features, and sharp commentary that mainstream media won't touch.These are stories and articles that you will not read anywhere else.Our mission is simple: to expose corruption, lies, and authoritarian tendencies while giving voice to the perspectives and evidence that are often marginalized or buried by corporate-controlled media

To the public, Atlanta's Gold Club was the ultimate playground for the rich and famous, from NBA All-Stars to Hollywood headliners. But behind the champagne and VIP booths, the feds discovered a racketeering engine fueled by fraud, prostitution, and Gambino crime family ties. Former FBI agent and Marine veteran Mark Sewell joins Chanley Painter to go inside the investigation of the most profitable strip club in America. Follow Chanley on Instagram: @ChanleySha Follow on Chanley X: @ChanleySPainter If you have a story or topic we should feature on the FOX True Crime Podcast, send us an email at: truecrimepodcast@fox.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

16  FBI Failures and the Mueller Limitations Unger argues the FBI failed to investigate Trump's Russian ties, noting that former directors later worked for Russian mobsters. He claims the Mueller investigation was limited to criminal acts rather than counterintelligence, allowing Trump to avoid consequences for "willful blindness" regarding money laundering through his properties. Guest Author: Craig Unger1907 NYSE

My Wife's Affair Partner Was a Mobster—She Didn't Know I Own the Capitol! Reddit Cheating StoriesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-cheating-wives-and-girlfriends-stories-2026-true-cheating-stories-podcast--5689182/support.

My Wife's Affair Partner Was a Mobster—She Didn't Know I Own the Capitol! Reddit Cheating StoriesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-cheating-wives-and-girlfriends-stories-2026-true-cheating-stories-podcast--5689182/support.

Joe Colombo was one of the most controversial mob figures in American history. From running a major New York crime family to founding the Italian American Civil Rights League, Colombo blurred the line between organized crime and public activism. His rise, his influence, and his shocking public shooting changed the Mafia forever.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/outlaws-gunslingers--4737234/support.Subscribe to our YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@bangdangnetwork

My interview with John William Law, author of "Movie Star and the Mobster"

Step into a world where mad scientists roam the foggy streets of Victorian London! In this engaging episode of Reading with Your Kids, host Jed Doherty welcomes acclaimed author and illustrator S.H. Cotugno to dive into the hit graphic novel series, The Glass Scientists. Cotugno takes listeners behind the scenes of her creative process, revealing how classic Gothic fiction, quirky 19th-century science, and a mother's passion for English literature inspired the tale of Dr. Jekyll and his band of eccentric inventors. Discover how The Glass Scientists explores themes of identity, weirdness, and self-acceptance—all while balancing thrilling adventures and laugh-out-loud moments. S.H. shares insights into the evolving art of storyboarding for animation and how crafting strong, relatable characters helps young readers connect to complex emotions. Later in the episode, Jake Wheeler joins the conversation to introduce his middle grade graphic novel, The Gull Father, the comedic story of a crime family of seagulls. Jake and Jed discuss the magic of fostering a lifelong love of reading, the evolution of comedy in children's books, and the importance of bonding over stories as a family. Whether you're a parent looking to inspire your child or a graphic novel fan eager for new adventures, this episode celebrates storytelling, creativity, and the wild worlds of comics. Discover new favorites, fresh perspectives, and the secrets behind the stories kids (and parents) love!

“ALMOST MARRIED TO THE MOB: HOLLYWOOD ACTRESSES WHO DATED MOBSTERS” - 1/19/2026  (123) In this episode, we slip into the shadows where classic Hollywood glamour meets organized crime, exploring the classic Hollywood actresses who found themselves romantically entangled with real-life mobsters. At a time when studios tightly controlled female stars' images, these notorious bad boys offered something intoxicatingly different: raw power beyond the backlot, fierce loyalty, protection from predators both on and off the screen, and a rebellious thrill that defied Hollywood's carefully scripted rules. Drawn by charisma, thrills and maybe even a little danger, these women navigated a world where diamonds, nightclubs, and whispered threats coexisted with premieres and press junkets—and where love could be as risky as it was seductive. This week, we're looking at the romantic entanglements that occurred when the mob meets Hollywood.  SHOW NOTES:  Sources: Tinseltown Gangsters” The Rise & Decline of the Mob in Hollywood (2024), by Jeffrey Sussman; Handsome Johnny: The Life & Death of Johnny Rosselli, Gentleman Gangster, Hollywood Producer, CIA Assassin (2018), by Lee Server; Double Cross: The Explosive Inside Story of the Mobster Who Controlled America (2016), by Sam Giancana, Chuck Giancana, & Bettina Giancana; Hollywood & The Mob (2011), by Tim Adler; An American Mafioso: The Johnny Rosselli Story (1991), by Charles Rappleye; Detour: A Hollywood Story (1988), by Cheryl Crane; Lana: The Lady, the Legend, The Truth (1982), by Lana Turner; “Sam Giancana: Chicago Godfather, CIA Collaborator, And The Man Who May Have Put JFK In The White House,” May 16. 2024,  by Carly Silver, ATI.com; “Two Survivors: The Scandalous Saga of Lana Turner and Cheryl Crane,” June 8, 2023, by Hadley Hall Meares, Vanity Fair; “Actor Lana Turner's Daughter Kills Turner's Gangster Lover,” 2022, by Thomas DeBose, EBSCO.com “New Allegations Emerge About Marilyn Monroe's Final Hours,” May 11. 2012, CBSNews.com; “The Gangster and The Goddess,” April 1999, by Patricia Bosworth, Vanity Fair; “Killers Gave Rosselli Drink, Shot Him in Belly,” August 10, 1976, by William Tucker, The Miami News;  “The Thug. The Actress. Her Daughter. And Homicide” September 8, 2023, by John S. Caragoizan, Caragozian Daily Journal; TheMobMuseum,org; Wikipedia.com; TCM.com; IBDB.com; IMDBPro.com; --------------------------------- http://www.airwavemedia.com Please contact sales@advertisecast.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tommy James & The Shondells have sold over 110 million records, had 32 Billboard Hot 100 hits, 23 Gold Singles, 9 Platinum Albums, and been awarded a BMI Five Million-Air Award! Their music has been featured in over 200 films, TV shows (like Breaking Bad & The Simpsons), and commercials. To date, over 300 musicians have recorded covers of their music, including Billy Idol, Joan Jett, Prince, R.E.M., Kelly Clarkson, Bruce Springsteen, and The Boston Pops, and yet, they didn't see a penny of their royalties! Enter mobster, Morris Levy, of Roulette Records. It's a story for the books, and Tommy James wrote it. Me, The Mob, and The Music, soon to be a streaming series on a television near you. It's a thrill ride read, what a tale, and Tommy shares some highs and lows, complete with impressions, right here. Tommy James of TJ & The Shondells Live on Game Changers With Vicki Abelson THURSDAY, 1/8/26, ** Special Time 2 PM PT, 5 PM ET** Streamed Live on my FB & YouTube https://bit.ly/49eCSb4 https://www.youtube.com/live/W6myTrGMvcU

Hey everybody, a lost episode for today's offering! This was recorded quite a while ago, and was lost until fairly recently, so I figured I'd get it on the airwaves during my break. Karen and I have a blast talking about this atmospheric film by Hammer Studios! We deep dive into the minutiae of this film and speculate about its meanings. So check it out, don't delay!As usual, if you'd like to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Magazinesandmonsters@gmail.com or to me on Twitter @Billyd_licious or on the show's FB page (just search Magazines and Monsters). You can find Karen on her fantastic YouTube channel, Echoes from the Satellite, where she talks about vintage sci-fi. And can also be found on the Planet 8 Podcast (along with Bob and Larry) as well as on BlueSky @tananile. Thanks for listening.

Renee Graziano joins Ian Bick for a conversation about growing up in a powerful mob family, marrying her ex-husband Hector Pagan, discovering he was a rat, and navigating the chaos that came with her father Anthony Graziano's prison time. Known for her breakout role on Mob Wives, Renee opens up about the reality of being raised in organized crime, the emotional toll of betrayal, her battles with addiction, and how fame magnified everything she was already struggling with. She breaks down what viewers never saw on Mob Wives, how the show changed her life, what it was really like being one of the most recognizable faces on reality TV, and how she's been rebuilding her life with honesty and strength. #ReneeGraziano #MobWives #MafiaStories #OrganizedCrime #TrueCrimePodcast #MobLife #CrimeDocumentary #ianbick Thank you to AURA FRAMES & PRIZEPICKS for sponsoring this episode: Aura Frames: Exclusive $35 off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/LOCKEDIN. Promo Code LOCKEDIN Prizepicks: Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/IANBICK and use code IANBICK and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Connect with Renee Graziano: https://www.instagram.com/reneegraziano/?hl=en Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps: 00:00 Renee Introduces Her Early Life & Childhood Roots 03:30 Staten Island Memories, Family Stories & Growing Up Mob-Adjacent 10:30 Realizing Her Life Was Different: Early Signs & Family Secrets 18:20 Mob Life Up Close: First Arrests, Loyalty & Family Dynamics 27:00 Marriage, Betrayal & Iconic Mob Weddings 34:30 Motherhood: Raising Her Son & Navigating Hard Conversations 41:10 Losing Loved Ones: Family in Jail, Grief & Coping Mechanisms 46:20 Addiction, Recovery & Holding a Family Together 52:20 Mob Wives: How the Show Started, Drama, Reactions & Behind-the-Scenes Truths 01:01:50 The Betrayal: The Watch, the Wire & the Fallout That Changed Everything 01:15:30 Mob Wives Finale, More Loss & Reinventing Herself After the Show 01:25:30 Recovery, Public Perception & Fighting for Personal Growth 01:34:50 Family, Regret & the Biggest Lessons Renee Learned Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this wild new episode of The Dating Detectives, Hannah and Mackenzie sit down with a guest whose dating app romance took a turn so shocking, you'll be yelling at your phone. What started as the perfect match quickly spiraled into a maze of fear, manipulation, and unbelievable claims, including her boyfriend insisting he was part of the Russian mafia. As red flags pile up and his stories grow darker, Susan finds herself trapped in a reality that feels more like a crime thriller than a relationship. This episode is emotional, infuriating, and impossible to stop listening to. If you've ever ignored a gut feeling or fallen for someone who seemed “too good to be true,” this one's going to hit hard. Click here to join our Patreon! For only $5 a month you will get 2 extra episodes a month, monthly virtual live events, and access to our community page. And now for $9 a month you can get all of that, plus ad free episodes!If you've been dogfished and want to share your story on the show, email investigate@thedatingdetectivespodcast.com or contact us through our website using this linkThis episode is sponsored by Revolve. Shop at REVOLVE.com/DATINGDETECTIVES and use code DATINGDETECTIVES for 15% off your first order. Offer expired on 12/1.This episode of The Dating Detectives is sponsored by Ava. Rebuild your credit fast with no interest, no credit check, with AVA. Download the AVA app and use promo code DATING. Rebuild your credit fast with no interest, no credit check, with AVA. Download the AVA app and use promo code DATING.This episode is sponsored by Suvie. Get the smart countertop kitchen robot that refrigerates, cooks, and meal-preps dinner while you're away. Go to Suvie.com/DatingDetectives to start your 100-day risk-free trial and get 16 FREE meals with your order.This episode is sponsored by Miracle Made. Get silver-infused, bacteria-fighting, temperature-regulating sheets and towels at TryMiracle.com/TDD and use code TDD to save over 40% and claim a FREE 3-piece towel set.Get control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code DATING at MonarchMoney.com in your browser (not app) for half off your first year!This episode of The Dating Detectives is sponsored by Paired. Head to PAIRED.COM/DATINGDETECTIVES to get a 7-day free trial and 25% off if you sign up for a subscription.***The following Program contains names, places and events that have been anonymized or fictionalized for the purposes of protection and safety. The following Program is provided for entertainment purposes only and any commentary from the hosts are strictly conjecture and should not be held as making any definitive statements about the truth or identity of any particular individuals or circumstances.If you or a loved one are involved in an abusive relationship, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 for support.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's a special Tuesday pre-holiday release! Tis the season to talk about Cranberries. Guest Steve Ward has been farming this gem-like fruit for decades. He has both a deep knowledge of the local industry and a deep love of this work. We chat about how exactly one grows cranberries, learn the secrets of the bog, and even banter about favorite recipes. Michelin Awards for Philly and Boston. Mobsters & Lobsters.   Have feedback on this episode or ideas for upcoming topics? DM me on Instagram, email me, or send a voice memo. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Benjamin Wittes sits down with Emily Hoge, a historian at Clemson University, who has written a pair of pieces for Lawfare recently about Russian mobsters and the war in Ukraine. They're getting out of prison in exchange for service at the front. Some of them are surviving their service there and returning home by way of reward—and the Russian crime rate is skyrocketing as a result. Is all of this altering the Russian social contract, which promised to make the violence of the 1990s a thing of the past in exchange to submission to Vladimir Putin's rule?To receive ad-free podcasts, become a Lawfare Material Supporter at www.patreon.com/lawfare. You can also support Lawfare by making a one-time donation at https://givebutter.com/lawfare-institute.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Buckle up Fans! Tune in today as we dish & spill the tea on season 5 of our favorite murder podcast trio in "Only Murders in the Building". Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's finally here! The worst Roger Corman movie has produced the very worst episode of this podcast! Whole five minute stretches of me saying nothing! Don't listen to this!

NCAA Gambling Scandal GETS WORSE! Mobsters ARRESTED as NCAA players WORKED FOR THEM RIGGING GAMES!

RUNDOWN   Is Mitch secretly a MOBSTER? The guys ride the high of a Seahawks blowout while fretting an Earnest Jones IV injury and torching D.C.'s awful turf, then rip through birthday/lore nuggets. An unforgettable World Series finish, seen through a Seattle lens—taking petty joy in Toronto's collapse while admitting Game 7 (and the under-discussed, error-filled Game 6) will haunt Mariners fans for years. Then it's all Seahawks: a near-perfect beatdown in D.C., vintage throwback uniforms, and why John Schneider should chase help at WR/OL/LB before the deadline. Mitch, Brady, and Jacson break down Seattle's 38–14 primetime rout of Washington — a game where both sides of the ball finally clicked. They discuss Sam Darnold's near-perfect night (one of only four 97+ QBRs in the NFL this season — three belonging to him), Mike Macdonald's astounding 11–1 road record, and the play-calling brilliance driving the offense. Rick Neuheisel joins Mitch to break down a wild week in college football — from the bloated buyouts fueling a $160 million coaching carousel to Washington's unlikely playoff path. The two dive into quarterback drama, "alma mater alimony," and the rise of dual-threat sensation Demond Williams, before wrapping with Taco Time's weekly honors — including a nod to Oklahoma's kicker and his unforgettable Daisy Duke game-day look. Christian Caple joins Mitch to assess the Huskies' 6–2 season and the playoff math that could still put Washington in the 12-team field if they run the table. He breaks down the defense's ability to hang with Oregon, the tricky stretch at UCLA, and how Jed Fish's success could make him a hot-commodity coach with a star quarterback in tow.   GUESTS   Brady Henderson | Seahawks Insider, ESPN Jacson Bevens | Writer, Cigar Thoughts Rick Neuheisel | CBS College Football Analyst, Former Head Coach & Rose Bowl Champion Christian Caple | UW Football Insider, On Montlake   TABLE OF CONTENTS   0:00 | Mitch Gets Mistaken for a Mobster, Hotshot's Arrest-Video Obsession, and a Giddy Seahawks Sunday 20:12 | BEAT THE BOYS - Register at MitchUnfiltered.com 27:48 | Mariners Heartbreak, Dodgers Relief, and a Seahawks Surge with Trade-Deadline Stakes 46:58 | GUEST: Seahawks No-Table; Seahawks Dominate in D.C. — Darnold's Surge, McDonald's Mastery, and a 6–2 Statement 1:09:20 | GUEST: Rick Neuheisel; on the Coaching Carousel, Playoff Chaos, and the Short Shorts Heard 'Round the Nation 1:41:08 | GUEST: Christian Caple: on Washington's Playoff Chances, Jed Fish's Future, and the Rise of Demond Williams Jr. 2:04:56 | Other Stuff Segment: NFL 68-yard field goal record (JAX kicker Cam Little), NBA gambling/poker scandal (prop bets, x-ray glasses, star player tax lien), Pittsburgh radio host loses bet and gets nipple piercings, Scott Woodward's AD buyout saga (Jimbo Fisher, Brian Kelly, LSU governor, Woodward payout), Robert Englund gets Hollywood Walk of Fame star (Freddy Krueger story), Adrian Peterson's latest DWI and weapon arrest, Phil Mickelson insider-info case echoes 2016 SEC probe, RIPs: Bob Trumpy — Bengals TE/longtime NBC broadcaster (80), Carol Davis — Raiders co-owner, widow of Al Davis (93), Yoervis Medina — former Mariners/Cubs pitcher (37), Nick Mangold — former Jets center (41), Ace Frehley — original KISS guitarist, Dwayne Roberts — inventor of the frozen burrito (88), HEADLINEs: Breathing through our butts proven safe — Mitch Levy's been talking out his ass for years, GQ says "Nut Maxers" aim for maximum output — I was hoping it was a candy bar, MSN reports boob jobs are shrinking — so no more inflation, Detroit cop appears pantless in court — didn't stand up well, Customers sue On shoes for squeaks — my mom should've sued my dad first.

On this episode of The Bret Boone Podcast, Rich Herrera speaks with Former member of the Colombo Crime Family Michael Franzese. The two speak about the NBA Gambling Scandal involving Chauncey Billups as well as the pitfalls of betting. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 2668 - Is Brigitte Macron going to trial to prove she's a woman? More military aircraft lost? Shortage of air traffic controllers? No inflation report? Mobsters and sports betting? Plus much more! 

Today's Mystery: Johnny goes to South Carolina to investigate the disappearance of an ex-mobster who had gone straight.Original Radio Broadcast Date: June 22, 1958Originating from HollywoodStarring: Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar; Jeanne Tatum; Jack Kruschen; Les Tremayne; Billy Halop; Frank Gerstle; Gil Stratton Jr.When making your travel plans, remember http://johnnydollarair.comBecome one of our Patreon Supporters at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netThank you to our Patreon Supporter of the Day: Carissa, Patreon supporter since March 2024.Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.

Today's Mystery: Johnny goes to South Carolina to investigate the disappearance of an ex-mobster who had gone straight.Original Radio Broadcast Date: June 22, 1958Originating from HollywoodStarring: Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar; Jeanne Tatum; Jack Kruschen; Les Tremayne; Billy Halop; Frank Gerstle; Gil Stratton Jr.When making your travel plans, remember http://johnnydollarair.comBecome one of our Patreon Supporters at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netThank you to our Patreon Supporter of the Day: Carissa, Patreon supporter since March 2024.Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives

They say Semion Mogilevich is the most powerful gangster on the planet, the mastermind who rewrote the playbook for organized crime worldwide. Boss of bosses in the Russian Mafiya, with a hand in everything from trafficking nuclear material, arms dealing, narcotics trafficking, massive prostitution rings, multiple billion dollar frauds, hundreds of murders, controlling the gas and oil industry in entire countries and even art fraud. He's allegedly the closest thing there is to Keyser Soze...but is he REALLY who they say he is? We go deep on what's fact and fiction about a man wanted in half a dozen countries for pretty much every organized crime imaginable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, Tony Brueski digs into the chilling tales surrounding the Flamingo Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. From its infamous founding by mobster Bugsy Siegel to the enduring stories of his ghostly presence in the Presidential Suite and gardens, we explore the eerie intersection of history and the paranormal.  Join us as we unravel personal testimonies, paranormal investigations, and the psychological theories behind these strange occurrences. Is Bugsy Siegel's restless spirit still walking the halls of the Flamingo, or are these events simply tricks of the mind? 

On this episode, Tony Brueski digs into the chilling tales surrounding the Flamingo Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. From its infamous founding by mobster Bugsy Siegel to the enduring stories of his ghostly presence in the Presidential Suite and gardens, we explore the eerie intersection of history and the paranormal.  Join us as we unravel personal testimonies, paranormal investigations, and the psychological theories behind these strange occurrences. Is Bugsy Siegel's restless spirit still walking the halls of the Flamingo, or are these events simply tricks of the mind? 

From going toe-to-toe with organized crime in Rhode Island to hilarious encounters with some of the world's dumbest criminals, Anthony Pesare's stories are as entertaining as they are insightful. He opens up about the unbreakable camaraderie among officers, the emotional toll of undercover work, and the moments of heroism and humor that defined his career. Now a published author, Anthony reveals how writing about his journey has brought new meaning to his mission: educating the next generation and honoring the past.