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The Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 224- Philly Police Officer Bill HunterToday we interviewed one of the most interesting people we've ever had on this channel. I speak to longtime Philly police officer William "Bill" Hunter. Hunter is from the Badlands, one of the worst neighborhoods in Philly and eventually became a cop there in the 1990's. Throughout his career, he's worked plainclothes, SWAT, high level wiretaps, drug investigations and more. We also talked about life in Kensington, one of the biggest open air drug markets in America.Bills book "Surviving the Badlands"- https://www.amazon.com/Surviving-Badlands-William-Hunter/dp/B0DT4YR7DKIf you enjoy our s...
2025-08-201h 31The Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 223- Gambino Associate Willie Boy JohnsonWilfred "Willie Boy" Johnson was a Gambino Crime Family associate. He was a longtime friend to John Gotti. He was also a longtime government informant and was extremely destructive to Gotti and the Mafia itself.If you enjoy our show, please hit the like button and make sure if you're new around here you subscribe as well!GO CHECK OUT PROPHET X AND GET INVOLVED- https://t.co/hnCEZoj1SdUSE REFERRAL CODE- JEFFNADUJeff Nadu is an American Mafia and organized crime researcher, podcaster and content creator. He has worked at B...
2025-08-1326 minThe Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 222- Did The Mob Kill Drug Kingpin Frank Matthews?In all of my years of covering and looking into organized crime, there is no person more interesting than drug kingpin Frank Matthews. Raised in North Carolina, Frank moved to New York City with a dream of making it. He entered the drug trade and transformed into the biggest trafficker born in this country ever. He cut out the Mafia which was integral in his growth. Then he was arrested in the early 1970's and disappeared with tens of millions of dollars and 50 plus years later, the question is, where is he?If you enjoy our show, please...
2025-08-0643 minThe Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 221- Bryan Kohberger Sentenced To Life In PrisonToday on the show we wrap up the case of the State of Idaho vs Bryan Kohberger. Recently the admitted quadruple murderer was sentenced to life in prison for the 2022 murders of 4 Idaho college students. We react to the sentencing, a believed motive and the deserved fate Kohberger will find when he finally arrives at his new home, a maximum security prison. GO CHECK OUT PROPHET X AND GET INVOLVED- https://t.co/hnCEZoj1SdUSE REFERRAL CODE- JEFFNADUJeff Nadu is an American Mafia and organized crime researcher, podcaster and content creator. He has work...
2025-07-3041 minThe Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 220- Gambino Mobster Sonny JulianoToday on the show we delve into Joseph "Sonny" Juliano who is a longtime alleged member of the Gambino Crime Family. He is extremely unknown and off the radar and has made a ton of money in his life while staying out of a prison. I also delve into some recent news involving Canadian organized crime activity.GO CHECK OUT PROPHET X AND GET INVOLVED- https://t.co/hnCEZoj1SdUSE REFERRAL CODE- JEFFNADUJeff Nadu is an American Mafia and organized crime researcher, podcaster and content creator. He has worked at Barstool Sports and wa...
2025-07-2336 minThe Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 219- Rakeim Savage & Omerta GangOrganized crime and the Mafia have infested America for decades. Mob bosses like John Gotti and Joe Massino preyed on American industry and perpetrated crime through illegal rackets. In the end, they were brought down by the RICO act. Today there are still mobsters and though they look different, they still operate and conduct business in the same ways. The Mafia is a clear influence on new age gangsters in cities around the country like Philadelphia. Today we delve into "Fat Roc" , a gangster and a leader in a group called Omerta and Zoo Gang, two crime groups that operated...
2025-07-1639 minThe Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 218- Idaho Murders | Bryan Kohberger Pleads GuiltyA recent bombshell dropped in the 2022 murders of 4 Idaho University students as the sole defendant in the case Bryan Kohberger plead guilty to the vicious crime in a very surprising decision. Today we delve into everything concerning it and more with one of my favorite people to talk about true crime, Barstool Sport's own Kayce Smith. Follow Kayce on X here- @KayceSmith GO CHECK OUT PROPHET X AND GET INVOLVED- https://t.co/hnCEZoj1SdUSE REFERRAL CODE- JEFFNADUJeff Nadu is an American Mafia and organized crime researcher, podcaster and content creator. He ha...
2025-07-081h 14The Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 217- How The Mob Makes Money In 2025One of the sole goals of the Mafia has always been to make money. Even in 2025, that is still true and though they aren't as powerful the Mob has many ways to create capital.GO CHECK OUT PROPHET X AND GET INVOLVED- https://t.co/hnCEZoj1SdUSE REFERRAL CODE- JEFFNADUJeff Nadu is an American Mafia and organized crime researcher, podcaster and content creator. He has worked at Barstool Sports and was hired personally by Dave Portnoy. His podcast "The Sitdown" with Jeff Nadu has put out hundreds of biographies on various mobsters, gangsters a...
2025-07-0232 minThe Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 216- From Staten Island To Federal Prison With The MobToday we welcome an individual from Staten Island named Salvatore Buccheri. Sal grew up in the 90's and 2000's around many of the kids of the people we talk about on this podcast. Eventually he began running small amounts of narcotics and graduated to become a supplier and Mob associate. He rubbed elbows with members of multiple crime families, even getting into it with Bonanno associate Hector "Junior" Pagan. In the end he went to federal prison hobnobbing with some pretty big names. Now he puts his life back together.GO CHECK OUT PROPHET X AND GET INVOLVED- h...
2025-06-251h 24The Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 215- Leonardo Rizzuto ARRESTED In MontrealLeonardo Rizzuto is the reputed head of the Mafia in Montreal, Quebec Canada. He comes from a downright dynasty of mob bosses headed by his father Vito Rizzuto and his grandfather Niccolo Rizzuto. On Thursday June 12, Rizzuto was arrested alongside various high ranking members of the Mob in Montreal. Today we delve into who Leo Rizzuto is and the arrest complaints against him and other mobsters. In the first ten or so minutes I discussed a little news involving Colombo mob killer John Pappa and his recent decision involving his release from prisonGO CHECK OUT PROPHET X...
2025-06-1830 minThe Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 214- Gotti Assault Victim Gino GabrielliRecently the Gotti family is back in the news. Over the last several days a story has circulated involving two of John Gotti's grandsons assaulting a man over a robbery of a home. We found that man and got his side of the story. Gino Gabrielli is a Howard Beach Queens resident who has been involved in the streets with people and eventually cooperated because of it. He now has been involved in a back and forth with John Gotti who married his sister and bad blood has happened because of it.GO CHECK OUT PROPHET X AND...
2025-06-111h 08The Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 213- Tulsa Homicide Detective Jason WhiteTulsa homicide detective Jason White joins the show to talk about his 25 year career in law enforcement including over a decade as a detective. We got into his most memorable cases, organized crime, Tulsa King and of course his involvement in being the most filmed detective on the critically acclaimed TV show The First 48.GO CHECK OUT PROPHET X AND GET INVOLVED- https://t.co/hnCEZoj1SdUSE REFERRAL CODE- JEFFNADUJeff Nadu is an American Mafia and organized crime researcher, podcaster and content creator. He has worked at Barstool Sports and was hired personally b...
2025-06-041h 34The Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 212- Five Families Hierarchies In 2025The Mafia still operates in 2025 in New York City. Today we delve into the current leadership and what mobsters lead the Five Families. You will hear very interesting information about the likes of Gene Gotti, Lorenzo Mannino, Vic Amuso, Barney Bellomo and many others.GO CHECK OUT PROPHET X AND GET INVOLVED- https://t.co/hnCEZoj1SdUSE REFERRAL CODE- JEFFNADUJeff Nadu is an American Mafia and organized crime researcher, podcaster and content creator. He has worked at Barstool Sports and was hired personally by Dave Portnoy. His podcast "The Sitdown" with Jeff Nadu h...
2025-05-2830 minThe Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 211- Sinaloa Cartel War + Cartel Update With All Source NewsIn the world of organized crime right now, The Sinaloa Cartel is dominating the headlines. Cartels in general have been a wide ranging topic not only in the political world but in news in general. Today we delve into recent news regarding drug cartels including the internal war in Sinaloa, the recent cooperation deal of two sons of El Chapo and the future of cartels in Mexico. I welcome one of the favorite X accounts @All_Source_News aka Stefano Ritondale, a cartel expert and former military member. He also owns and operates the organized crime news app https://t.co...
2025-05-211h 20The Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 210- Gambino Connected Union Boss James CahillUnions have a very needed place in American industry. That said unions have also had a long standing relationship with the Mafia and today we discuss one of them. James Cahill was a powerful business agent in a New York union rising to the president of the New York State Building Trades council. Eventually he made his organized crime connections known and used his position to enrich his own pockets.GO CHECK OUT PROPHET X AND GET INVOLVED- https://t.co/hnCEZoj1SdUSE REFERRAL CODE- JEFFNADUJeff Nadu is an American Mafia and organized c...
2025-05-1438 minThe Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 209- 10 Restaurants in 2025 Owned By The Mob In New York CityFood is a constant of life and there are currently nearly 750k restaurants serving food today in America. The Mafia has gotten their hands into the world of dining as well. In this video we delve into ten restaurants owned by the Mob today. Mobsters discussed include Lorenzo Mannino, Patsy Parrello and many more.GO CHECK OUT PROPHET X AND GET INVOLVED- https://t.co/hnCEZoj1SdUSE REFERRAL CODE- JEFFNADUJeff Nadu is an American Mafia and organized crime researcher, podcaster and content creator. He has worked at Barstool Sports and was hired personally b...
2025-05-0736 minThe Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 208: Cesare BonventreCesare Bonventre was a mobster in the Bonanno Crime Family. He was born in Sicily and eventually emigrated to the United States. By 28, he became a captain in the Bonanno's and was a very up and coming Mafia prince. In the end his rise concerned certain people and Joseph "Big Joey" Massino likely knew he was a threat and ordered his brother in law Sal Vitale and others to get rid of the Sicilian mobster.GO CHECK OUT PROPHET X AND GET INVOLVED- https://t.co/hnCEZoj1SdUSE REFERRAL CODE- JEFFNADUJeff Nadu is a...
2025-04-3034 minThe Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 207: John "JR" RubeoToday we delve into the story of Genovese associate John "JR" Rubeo. Rubeo's father was connected to the Mob and he followed in his fathers footsteps. Eventually he was arrested for selling drugs and flipped to the side of the government where he agreed to wear a wire. His sights were set on members of the Genovese Crime Family as well as alleged Philly mobster Joey Merlino.GO CHECK OUT PROPHET X AND GET INVOLVED- www.prophetx.coUSE REFERRAL CODE- JEFFNADUJeff Nadu is an American Mafia and organized crime researcher, podcaster and content creator. H...
2025-04-2330 minThe Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 206: Angelo RuggieroJohn Gotti is the most talked about person in the history of the American Mafia. His longtime friend Angelo "Quack Quack" Ruggiero is discussed but there are very few videos that delve into the complicated life of the Gambino mobster. Today we look into Angie's life, correct some myths about him and uncover what got John Gotti's best friend shelved from the Mob.Jeff Nadu is an American Mafia researcher, podcaster and content creator. He has worked at Barstool Sports and was hired personally by Dave Portnoy. His podcast "The Sitdown" with Jeff Nadu has put out hundreds...
2025-04-1630 minThe Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 205: Inside ADX Supermax With Former Inmate Eric KingI have interviewed many people that have been to federal prison. Many have told me stories about doing time with some of the most dangerous people in America including gangsters, mobsters, traffickers and killers. Today though I speak to an individual named Eric King that's been in America's most secure federal prison, ADX Florence in Colorado. We talked about his journey as a convict in getting there, to his time inside and much more. He also filled me in on stories about mobsters like Vincent Basciano and Tommy Pitera as well as gangsters like El Chapo and Wayne "Silk" Perry.
2025-04-091h 26The Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 204: Philly Mobster Frank SindonePhilly Mafia don Angelo Bruno is one of the most successful mob bosses of all time. We have heard through many media outlets the story of how certain mobsters plotted to take him out. That said, we don't know much about the man based in Philadelphia that was involved, a man Frank Sindone. Today we delve into the life of Sindone, a vicious but huge earner for the Philly Crime Family.Jeff Nadu is an American Mafia researcher, podcaster and content creator. He has worked at Barstool Sports and was hired personally by Dave Portnoy. His podcast "The...
2025-04-0236 minThe Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 203: The Bonanno Crime Family In 2025Over the next few weeks I will delve into what each of these Mafia families looks like today. I will uncover the leadership, notable members and much more. In this video we delve into the dysfunctional Bonanno Crime Family. Names mentioned include Michael Mancuso, Bruno Indelicato, Robert Lino and Fabrizio DeFrancisi who was once connected to the infamous Bath Avenue Crew.Jeff Nadu is an American Mafia researcher, podcaster and content creator. He has worked at Barstool Sports and was hired personally by Dave Portnoy. His podcast "The Sitdown" with Jeff Nadu has put out hundreds of biographies...
2025-03-2636 minThe Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 202: The YOUNGEST Mobsters In New York In 2025The Mafia in 2025 has many issues. One of them is time, as most of its members and associates are considered old or elderly. That said there are still people coming up that are young and still being made today. On this video I delve into some of those individuals who have ties to groups like the Genovese and Gambino Crime Families as well as the Philly Mob. In the first 15 minutes or so I also delve into the recent news of former Gambino mob associate John Alite becoming a politician in the state of New Jersey.Jeff Nadu...
2025-03-1933 minThe Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 201: Anthony "Bowat" BarattaAnthony "Bowat" Baratta was a reputed member of the Lucchese Crime Family. He came up in the 60's and 70's as a large scale dope dealer coming up under some of the biggest traffickers in the Mob. Eventually he became a high ranking member of the Lucchese Family and sided with lunatic Anthony Casso. He made a ton of money and was extremely powerful.Jeff Nadu is an American Mafia researcher, podcaster and content creator. He has worked at Barstool Sports and was hired personally by Dave Portnoy. His podcast "The Sitdown" with Jeff Nadu has put out...
2025-03-1231 minThe Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 200: 29 Cartel Kingpins Extradited To United StateWhat a ride... it's episode 200 of the show and this week I delve into the recent historic extradition of 29 ruthless cartel kingpins from Mexico to the United States. What does it mean, who are they and why did it happen? I also send some thank you's to all the great people that have made this show go over the last 4 years. Jeff Nadu is an American Mafia researcher, podcaster and content creator. He has worked at Barstool Sports and was hired personally by Dave Portnoy. His podcast "The Sitdown" with Jeff Nadu has put out hundreds of biographies on...
2025-03-0541 minThe Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 199: Jackie Orena (Granddaughter of Little Vic Orena)When covering the Mafia and doing these videos, I always hurt for the families of these people. Folks that are generally not connected to the Mafia and have to live with the mistakes of the men at the top of their familial structure. Today, I welcome Jackie Orena, the granddaughter of former alleged Colombo Mafia boss Victor "Little Vic" Orena. She discusses her youth and who her grandfather really was. She also details the sad tactics that the government she believed used against Little Vic through chief informant Greg "The Grim Reaper" Scarpa and corrupt FBI agent Lin Devecchio. Check...
2025-02-261h 04The Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 198: Joe "Little Snuff" PerriRecently over the last several years, "The Skinny with Joey Merlino" has captivated the world of Mob YouTube. I get the low down on the behind the scenes of the show and what the future holds for Joe Perri and former Philly mobster Joey Merlino as Perri joins me to tell his story of growing up in South Philly, his rise to getting to know Joey and his involvement with the podcast.Jeff Nadu is an American Mafia researcher, podcaster and content creator. He has worked at Barstool Sports and was hired personally by Dave Portnoy. His podcast "...
2025-02-1945 minThe Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 197: Lawrence MerlinoOver the last year or so on Joey Merlino's podcast "The Skinny With Joey Merlino he has referenced his uncle and the fact that he cooperated with the FEDs in the late 1980's. Who exactly was his uncle Lawrence Merlino? Today I delve into his story, his connections to Nicky Scarfo and Phillip Leonetti and Lawrence's decision to eventually flip.Jeff Nadu is an American Mafia researcher, podcaster and content creator. He has worked at Barstool Sports and was hired personally by Dave Portnoy. His podcast "The Sitdown" with Jeff Nadu has put out hundreds of biographies on...
2025-02-1228 minThe Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 196: Anthony ArillottaOver the last five years the Mafia genre has seen various former mobsters enter a new life... here on YouTube. They have been seen on their own channels as well as big platforms giving interviews about their lives in the Mob. One person we've seen a lot of is Genovese mobster Anthony Arillotta, a gangster from Springfield, Mass. Today I delve in further to his story as he ascended to the top and eventually it all came crashing down.Jeff Nadu is an American Mafia researcher, podcaster and content creator. He has worked at Barstool Sports and was...
2025-02-0538 minThe Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 195: Ciro PerroneIn this episode of the show I started off with some mob news involving members and associates of the Bonanno Crime Family who have a dirty cop on their payroll in Long Island. We then discuss Genovese mobster Ciro Perrone. In the early 2000's a TV show called "Growing Up Gotti" debuted on the TV channel A&E. It was very popular but not necessarily with gangsters. Wiretapped conversations revealed insults being hurled at John Gotti's family calling them various things. One of the gangsters recorded discussing them was longtime Genovese mobster Ciro Perrone. Perrone was a very interesting gangster an...
2025-01-2932 minThe Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 194: Anthony ComelloIn 2019, Gambino mobster and family heavyweight Francesco "Franky Boy" Cali was killed in front of his upscale home in Staten Island. People in mob circles, aficionados, Mafia experts and law enforcement were curious about the surprising murder. Was a mob war unfolding in New York City? In the end, a person was arrested and it was an unknown 20 something from nearby named Anthony Comello. Who was Anthony Comello and why did he do this? Over the last month, I went to the scene of the crime and spoke to people that knew Comello best. Some of the info in this...
2025-01-2233 minThe Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 193: Xavier Eboli (Son of Genovese Boss Tommy Eboli)On today's episode of the show I spoke to Xavier Eboli, the son of longtime Genovese mobster and eventual acting boss Thomas "Tommy Ryan" Eboli. This interview was one of the most interesting and complex I've ever done. We talked about Xavier's childhood growing up as the son of a Mafia heavyweight. In addition he talked about knowing Lucky Luciano, his run in's with Vincent "Chin" Gigante and the Genovese Crime Family and the eventual murder of his father. This is for the history lovers. A fascinating and profound interview.Jeff Nadu is an American Mafia researcher, podcaster...
2025-01-151h 35The Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 192: Sammy Gravano Arizona Drug CaseWe hear a lot about former Gambino underboss and his cooperation against John Gotti and other members of the Mafia in New York City. That said, several years after his cooperation Sammy was given a new lease on life in Arizona. Gravano doesn't talk much about his involvement in a large narcotics trafficking ring involving his family that resulted in a long prison sentence. Let's delve into this case! Some of the info from this video comes from first hand accounts of journalist David Holthouse and the indictments at the state and federal levels against Salvatore "Sammy The Bull" Gravano...
2025-01-0831 minThe Sit Down: A Crime History PodcastEpisode 191: Joe O'KaneIn John Gotti Jr's memoir "Shadow Of My Father" he talks very graciously of a person named Joseph O'Kane. O'Kane, like Gotti Jr was from Queens and was a tough and respected gangster who ran with the likes of John Alite and other gangsters. Eventually O'Kane would have to pay for these crimes and he was hit with an ultimatum... get out of prison by flipping on Gotti or testify on behalf of Gotti. Today I break down the wild story of O'Kane and his sad end inside federal prisonJeff Nadu is an American Mafia researcher, podcaster...
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