The TOP Mafia Bosses of All Time | Sit Down with Michael Franzese

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  • čas přidán 14. 06. 2024
  • Many of you have been questioning, Michael, who do you think is the most powerful Mob Boss? Who do you think is the most effective mob boss? Who is the best mob boss? I get that so often, that's why in the episode we will be summarizing the most "effective" Mob boss in my opinion.
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  • @nov2263
    @nov2263 Před rokem +506

    What is the most difficult decision you have ever made? Wether It be personal, family, or family.

    • @rhysobrien2439
      @rhysobrien2439 Před rokem +30

      For me, probably cutting out people in my life that at one time I counted as my brothers. But I changed and they didn't, or couldn't. I needed to move forward for myself and my own growth, and so needed to leave them behind because they would have held me back.

    • @blanchewarren4888
      @blanchewarren4888 Před rokem +12

      If Michael was around in Jesus' time...he would of been Judas and sold him out then made sermons on the real disciple life. " He asked me to leave everything and follow him, I had to do what's right for my family".

    • @ddaccurzio
      @ddaccurzio Před rokem +2

      Michael have u ever had any dealings with utica ny?

    • @ddaccurzio
      @ddaccurzio Před rokem +1

      My cousins dealt with the colombos up here just interested

    • @jimbo33
      @jimbo33 Před rokem +5

      @@blanchewarren4888 😂😂🤣🤣😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣😂😂 I do not agree but funny nonetheless!

  • @sudstahgaming
    @sudstahgaming Před rokem +886

    You've persuaded nearly 1 million people to subscribe to you, you are a leader and a boss of your channel

    • @BettyFL
      @BettyFL Před rokem +18

      That’s right. Well put.

    • @petarhabek1069
      @petarhabek1069 Před rokem +11

      @@michaelfranzese Michael do you speak Italian?

    • @CRAIG5835
      @CRAIG5835 Před rokem +11

      @@petarhabek1069 Of course he does. Milan, Roma, Risotto, Lupara, paisan, et al. Of course he does.

    • @jonnytlong
      @jonnytlong Před rokem +5

      @@petarhabek1069 I have a different opinion than the other guy that said of course he does. Mike is older than me but there’s still a pretty big chance that he speaks some Italian but isn’t totally fluent in it. Most every other person I know grew up with our older relatives speaking it so usually we all began learning from hearing them speak it.

    • @TiktokCrimeRelated
      @TiktokCrimeRelated Před rokem

      👏

  • @DonTooP
    @DonTooP Před 10 měsíci +96

    The way Michael does not ever incriminate himself is inspiring :)

    • @glamourboy06
      @glamourboy06 Před 3 měsíci +4

      Now that is boss material. He would have made a great boss.

    • @annon658
      @annon658 Před 3 měsíci

      ​@@glamourboy06 if only he became a capomandamento/don then he would probably made a "Franzese family"

  • @DiscoDickJones
    @DiscoDickJones Před rokem +170

    I'm actually glad Michael kept the list to the guys he knows or his dad told him about. Seems more of an authentic assessment and not just another top ten who's who in the life.

    • @katonnor
      @katonnor Před rokem +18

      It couldn't be more authentic. The list comes from someone who lived that life and has experience not one of those top 10 channels that does bare minimum research

  • @philiphaller1018
    @philiphaller1018 Před 10 měsíci +12

    This really sums up what most don’t understand about the mob is that it’s literally all about business and making money.

  • @kevincooney1523
    @kevincooney1523 Před rokem +728

    Tony Accardo has to be on the list. Boss of Chicago for a long long time and expanded it's power out west. Also never went to prison

    • @deeriley9976
      @deeriley9976 Před rokem +71

      very very true t accardo barely saw the inside of a court room very smart,slippery effective and powerful might be the best ever !!!!!!!

    • @yyabdullah8899
      @yyabdullah8899 Před rokem +47

      Tony accardo aka big tuna for sure!!!

    • @TheBlackJester10
      @TheBlackJester10 Před rokem +26

      Oh Joe Batters for sure needs to be on here,he also kept a very low profile,probably helped keep him out of the pen.

    • @paulden3158
      @paulden3158 Před rokem +18

      Is there a good Tony Accardo video on here?

    • @deeriley9976
      @deeriley9976 Před rokem +3

      @@paulden3158 i gotta see plz send/provide link thank you !!!!!!

  • @ces4399
    @ces4399 Před rokem +91

    I was pleasantly surprised when you saved the best for last: Don Carlo Gambino. He was the epitome of “omertà.” Quiet, behind-the-scenes, soft-spoken, and just full of wisdom and discretion. I don’t have to comment further but thank you from bringing him up.

    • @johnpauldriskill8737
      @johnpauldriskill8737 Před rokem +2

      He also married his cousin so there’s that

    • @peternagy-im4be
      @peternagy-im4be Před rokem +2

      @@johnpauldriskill8737 nobodies perfect

    • @sidritqafzezi3958
      @sidritqafzezi3958 Před rokem +1

      @@peternagy-im4be he married his cousin for the sane reason, omerta'...

    • @brainrot4919
      @brainrot4919 Před rokem

      I bet he was ruthless in his younger days, before all the power.

    • @beavisbuttgoblin
      @beavisbuttgoblin Před rokem

      Carlo Gambino always reminds me of John D Rockefeller. Soft spoken, private, ruthless.

  • @cecile5090
    @cecile5090 Před rokem +14

    I could listen to you talk about the mob for hours. I'm so glad I found your channel!❤️

  • @kgc.tanto8902
    @kgc.tanto8902 Před rokem +44

    Michael Franzese is amazing!!!! I read or listen to Michael as much as I can. He's a genius.

    • @user-rs8gz9us1g
      @user-rs8gz9us1g Před 2 měsíci

      He is amazing in ripping off Government TaxMoney
      that could have been used for Building Hospitals,
      Road Improvement, and
      Building Inner City Recreation Centers for Youth at Risk.
      He is amazing at making money off of true Crime Stories.
      Is he amazing at making amends for his wrong doings ? ? ?
      I do not know.

  • @Britton_Thompson
    @Britton_Thompson Před rokem +117

    John Gotti was the trifecta of a bad mob boss:
    *•* Killed his old boss to assume the position
    without Commission approval
    *•* Trafficked & sold drugs
    *•* Brought unnecessary attention to the life
    John Gotti thought 'La Cosa Nostra' meant "this thing of mine"

    • @michaelatkinson5681
      @michaelatkinson5681 Před rokem +14

      If I was a mob boss I would do exactly the opposite, keep a low profile and work behind the scenes.

    • @DaOne510
      @DaOne510 Před 11 měsíci +3

      @@michaelatkinson5681yeah you’ll be the goat huh

    • @poplaurentiu4148
      @poplaurentiu4148 Před 11 měsíci +5

      @@NRFP You act like : mafioso were not bad .. these were people that at some point beat someone, kidnap & shoot steal from common business these where street thughs, criminals and they use extorsion & brutal torturing punishment for any information, money etc..
      In Europe there was a ferocious boss capo di tutti capi - Toto Salvatore Riina (La Bestia - Te Beast) because he was so brutal he started killing even the law mans that started to went on his tail, police officers, advocates, district-inspectors, and eventually even try to eliminate the judge that was instrumenting the famous Maxi Process in Italy by threaten to blow up the entire place that was looking like a fortress.. there is a series called Giovanni Falcone the man who fought the Mafia or the Paolo Borselino who continued his work but ended in same way dead in a bomb-car also let's not forget the narco-terrorist like Pablo Escobar or latter El Chappo and just not mentioning these among top powerful mob bosses, this clip would be a total nonsense..

    • @truupsidetv2616
      @truupsidetv2616 Před 10 měsíci +1

      he shoulda just sat back and let sammy take all the bullets

    • @eshai27
      @eshai27 Před 8 měsíci +2

      He was very powerful. Not many can kill a boss and get away with it, all the bosses either directly or indirectly sold drugs, he had a great crew behind him that backed him to be boss. He wasn't the highest earner, didn't have the biggest crew and he wasn't the most feared. So what does that tell you? He earned it. His only mistake was portraying his persona and charisma out in public. FBI don't care if you're a criminal or not, they only care about their image and if a guy like that can boast and get away with it it sets a bad precedent. Capone would've ended even worse than Gotti if there was surveillance and RICO.

  • @bradt8019
    @bradt8019 Před rokem +211

    As a person who loves history, to me the mob is a fascinating part of early America. With so much secrecy as well, made them more interesting. Great video! 🤔👍

  • @kevin8122006
    @kevin8122006 Před rokem +9

    Love the content Mr. Franzese, thank you for giving us a glimpse behind the curtain!

  • @marcusjnewtonz28
    @marcusjnewtonz28 Před 5 měsíci +3

    Either Lucky or Carlo Gambino you could make a case for either, same with Chin

  • @SuperHorseSense
    @SuperHorseSense Před rokem +208

    I'm glad to hear Don Carlo was the most effective. Obviously everyone in that life did bad things and it's hard to root for them, but Carlo Gambino was still a very respectable man.

    • @frankrizzo8799
      @frankrizzo8799 Před rokem +13

      Paul Castellano is often overshadowed by John Gotti, but in my opinion Paul was the “better” boss.

    • @lordmemnoch518
      @lordmemnoch518 Před rokem +10

      Paul Costellano was so much more then Gotti will ever be, in fact I would say he was the opposite of him being low key and being an effective boss.

    • @WaterKreature
      @WaterKreature Před rokem +1

      @@lordmemnoch518 effectives bosses don't get whacked like that...

    • @lordmemnoch518
      @lordmemnoch518 Před rokem

      @@WaterKreature he didn't get whacked, he was injured by Chin Gigante and then he quit the life...so he neither died in jail nor killed by his former "friends of ours" from his life..testament that he understood the life and knew how to use it to his advantage...unlike most mobsters

    • @GhostFaceX4
      @GhostFaceX4 Před rokem +14

      @@lordmemnoch518 Paul Costellano did get whacked! Ur confusing him with Frank Costello. They are Two different people.

  • @i.marr.6688
    @i.marr.6688 Před rokem +128

    I could listen to your sit downs forever, some really great ones you've put out, keep them coming

  • @michaelmitchell5098
    @michaelmitchell5098 Před 9 měsíci +10

    Excellent job as always. You never forget to give praises where they are due.

  • @dannygray-mi3xn
    @dannygray-mi3xn Před 9 měsíci +12

    Spot on Michael. One key to any leaders success is how well they recruit. Recruitment is the key to everything.

  • @demitrioskarageorgos7589
    @demitrioskarageorgos7589 Před rokem +140

    "The fundamental question is, will I be as effective as a boss like my dad was? And I will be, even more so. But until I am, it's going to be hard to verify that I think I'll be more effective." - Little Carmine

    • @michaelknight8276
      @michaelknight8276 Před rokem +6

      Lmao Sopranos the best sayings of A mob series show 🏌️‍♂️⛳💯

    • @watching789
      @watching789 Před rokem +8

      That dude was funny when he didn't try

    • @DIDDLOTIC
      @DIDDLOTIC Před rokem +17

      "Very allegorical"

    • @anthonysabbs7919
      @anthonysabbs7919 Před rokem +3

      😂😂😂

    • @Dasel22
      @Dasel22 Před rokem +6

      Little Carmine was actually a genius..He dodged the crime life and made it out with the money in the end

  • @nailsaggitarius4212
    @nailsaggitarius4212 Před rokem +26

    Love your work, Michael. Thank you!

  • @paulkelly5788
    @paulkelly5788 Před rokem +4

    Great sit down as usual. Looking forward to seeing the next 1

  • @markfisher8559
    @markfisher8559 Před rokem +3

    Perfect viewing for a Sunday evening thank you for yet another great video michael franzese

  • @iznbrgwhite421
    @iznbrgwhite421 Před rokem +38

    Thank you for all of the things you do Mr. Franzese. Keep it up ! Definitely gotta meet you someday soon !

    • @tyrone8882
      @tyrone8882 Před rokem

      @@michaelfranzese mike Paul knew Roy was dealing and he turned a blind eye..Roy got killed for something else totally unrelated to dope dealing...and Tony was an international narcotics traffiker...he wasn't killed because of drugs mike they killed him because he was greedy...he didn't share the wealth

    • @daniellekuchenmeister2263
      @daniellekuchenmeister2263 Před rokem

      #1 tony accardo #3 carlo Gambino somewhere top 5 Luciano cause of his impact on la cosa nostra

    • @derricklarsen2919
      @derricklarsen2919 Před rokem

      @@daniellekuchenmeister2263 I agree with you on tony accardo. 👍

  • @mikeshasims
    @mikeshasims Před rokem +51

    I have to say, history about the mob has always been really interesting to me, however, the re-emergence on the scene as a man of Christ and your testimony is what got me to subscribe. It is so amazing being a witness in this day and age when it seems so many people are laying down the sword and giving up in this fight. Press on and many blessings in your continued walk with Christ 🙏🏾

  • @ninjaturtletiger
    @ninjaturtletiger Před rokem +10

    This guy is such a great person and is so wise! So many people can learn from him! I’m now a happy subscriber!!!

    • @user-rs8gz9us1g
      @user-rs8gz9us1g Před 2 měsíci

      Is choosing Evil “ wise “ ? ? ?
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  • @takesomemolly1660
    @takesomemolly1660 Před rokem +10

    Mr. Franzese just gave us free lessons on Leadership, Business Process & Entrepreneurship. So much nuggets in one video. Thanks sir...

  • @OCSHORTZ
    @OCSHORTZ Před rokem +53

    Great video. However that picture is not Salvatore Maranzano. It is a common mistake. It is actually a photo of a UK based mobster by the name of Salvatore Messina. The only known confirmed photos of Maranzano are his crime scene photos after his murder.

    • @swimmingincirclez6930
      @swimmingincirclez6930 Před rokem +13

      OC always dropping some knowledge!

    • @glennmartin6688
      @glennmartin6688 Před rokem +1

      Salvatore Messina wasn't UK he was also Italian/ Sicilian. While maranzano was full Sicilian. . Well i know Messina ethnicity was Italian/ Sicilian don't know where he growed up at. Hey i like this sort of stuff so give me some history if I'm wrong .

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ Před rokem +11

      @@glennmartin6688 he was UK BASED, which is what I wrote in the original comment. They had a criminal organization in Malta as well. The Messina brothers ran vice rackets in London.

    • @sidritqafzezi3958
      @sidritqafzezi3958 Před rokem +1

      @@glennmartin6688 he might had been ethnically Italian but it doesn't mean he wasn't resident in UK.

  • @jackwalker9492
    @jackwalker9492 Před rokem +77

    The comments about "Boss" and "Leader" reminded me of the Army. Some guys had the rank, and people obeyed due to regulations. Others had people who enthusiastically followed BUT WORKED ALONGSIDE, somebody and it wasn´t always due to rank. Loyalty is a two--way street. A lot of civilian companies have no understanding of the difference between leadership and management or the previous 2 concepts.

    • @seansimms8503
      @seansimms8503 Před rokem +5

      I wasn't in the Army but I was in the Marines...it's like one guy asking for volunteers and no one steps up and they have to assign guys, when the true leader asks for volunteers every man standing steps up.

    • @jackwalker9492
      @jackwalker9492 Před rokem +2

      @@seansimms8503 I worked very closelly with the Marines and enjoyed it. Every US branch has a specific mission and is task/organizied and "Culturized" for it! I was Infantry and we had a ton of suppport units and they kicked ass, but a very different culture. One thing I enjoyed about working with Marines was that there was one standard. Basic, but thorough to say the least for all. When an organization gets real big, those values can diminish. Salute Sean Simms. Carry those values for your life.

    • @seansimms8503
      @seansimms8503 Před rokem +1

      @@jackwalker9492 it's good to hear you shout out your support cause that was what we did, 0431, Embarkation/Logistics Specialists...hey, we partied with some Army guys out of Italy in Turkey back in 1992, I can't remember the unit, they were Airborne though, we asked them what they thought of the 82nd...they said overrated and we got them more beer and drank to that!

    • @jackwalker9492
      @jackwalker9492 Před rokem

      @@seansimms8503 I started in 82ND and was in the Grenada rescue, likely before you were alive. About 10 tours. Glad to hear a "Logistics Specialist" is so kick ass you shit on Inantry Paratroopers. You have a valued mission, but let me tell you, be careful with your insults supply bitch. Peoplle that go face to face and kill enemy, yep, we rely on supply. Insulting such people is not in the best interest of your health.

    • @danecannell
      @danecannell Před rokem +6

      I was a sailor on a cruiser, My first Captain (06), I would have followed into hell my 2nd Captain I would not have followed to McDonalds. Leadership is required.

  • @paulmccusker4305
    @paulmccusker4305 Před rokem

    Again another informative talk Michael, always love tuning on to you're channel and learn more about Mafia life. Top class my friend.

  • @proudamerican3651
    @proudamerican3651 Před rokem +48

    Michael Franzese has the qualities that check the boxes for someone who would have been a stellar boss for one of the five New York Families. He has instinctively known the importance of teachable moments.

  • @Faus4us
    @Faus4us Před rokem +10

    I always enjoy listening to Mr. Franzese.

    • @Faus4us
      @Faus4us Před rokem

      @@michaelfranzese You're most welcome sir. Thank you and God bless.

  • @Eric-ew8jt
    @Eric-ew8jt Před rokem +6

    Michael have a great day and blessings to you and your family

  • @inigini
    @inigini Před rokem

    I’m very new to your channel Mr Franceze and my reason of following you is this clear cut masculine energy you project. I feel good seen you or hearing your voice while I’m working. So thank you for creating this content!

  • @css31069
    @css31069 Před rokem +11

    Trafficante always intrigued me. Seemed like he went through his time as a boss fairly unscathed and had pretty good control over his territory.

  • @singsing4900
    @singsing4900 Před rokem +4

    Love your channel and the topics you pick out. Keep up the good work!

  • @danlardino6607
    @danlardino6607 Před rokem +20

    Tony Accardo…. From Capone bodyguard to head of the Chicago Outfit. He was the true power in Chicago even when he put Giancana in as front boss. Nothing was done without checking with him .

    • @phildicks4721
      @phildicks4721 Před rokem

      Also Paul Ricca. He and Tony would run the family, but put others in the public position of boss to take the heat from Law Enforcement.

    • @jacknapier9026
      @jacknapier9026 Před rokem +3

      Accardo deserves to be next to Gambino…but that shows you how the Outfit is disregarded!🤷🏻‍♂️

    • @erikarteaga6021
      @erikarteaga6021 Před rokem +1

      New York east coast bias.

  • @georgetaylor8591
    @georgetaylor8591 Před rokem +2

    Hi Michael, this was a great sit down!! Thanks for sharing your thoughts!! Take Care and Stay safe is this crazy world!!!!

  • @dawnwatson2209
    @dawnwatson2209 Před rokem

    Thankyou for the negotiation much appreciated.

  • @blablableh724
    @blablableh724 Před rokem +40

    Castello got new friends, ordinary people, whom he kept as good friends after retirement. He was always seeking to better himself and wanted to go beyond the mafia life.

    • @CRAIG5835
      @CRAIG5835 Před rokem +6

      Frank was a Cut Above the average moronic intelligence limits of the average Organised Crime soldati, or gangster figures. Thats why he was one of the chosen few who died in his own bed, safely retired to enjoy the wealth he had amassed over his career. A stand up guy, as he showed when he couldn't pick Chin out of the line-up of potential shooters in his attempted whacking. Chin even thanked him after the not guilty verdict was announced, so that no doubt also gained him a PASS from further attempts, he was merely 'Put on the shelf' and had to catch the Next train out of Dodge, as it were. Not a bad trade-off given the history of Vito Genovese's murderous regime.

  • @theskillz
    @theskillz Před rokem +7

    Tony Accardo - in the role for a long time, kept under the radar..

  • @Tjcin513
    @Tjcin513 Před rokem

    Man I’m so happy I found this CZcams channel defiantly my favorite CZcamsr too watch now keep the great videos coming! Much love from Cincinnati.

  • @draconiansquid1570
    @draconiansquid1570 Před rokem +1

    1.02 million you DEFINITELY have that leadership quality you have that solid speaking voice that is respect commanding. Just got into your videos , love the content

  • @DrChem-wx1uc
    @DrChem-wx1uc Před rokem +6

    You’re a Master at explaining this History in a contemporary style. Best in the Genre and cool neighbor!

  • @channel1800dumb
    @channel1800dumb Před rokem +4

    I've called you Don Franzese for years, sir. Enough for me. God bless 🙏

  • @richieporter5124
    @richieporter5124 Před 8 měsíci +5

    Charles "Lucky" Luciano have to be TOP 3 🙌🏾

  • @JacBarnett
    @JacBarnett Před měsícem +1

    I think Carlos Marcelo should be on the list of the
    Most effective Mafia bosses. He was well respected by the other Mafia bosses who showed him a lot of deference.

  • @knight099159
    @knight099159 Před rokem +6

    Stefano Maggadino was a legendary figure as well. Boss of his family for over 50 years. Was respected by the commission and was given a seat despite not being a boss in NY or Chicago.

  • @Tommy-pe8ct
    @Tommy-pe8ct Před rokem +7

    I just subscribed and I love how you explain everything in detail💯🇺🇸

    • @Tommy-pe8ct
      @Tommy-pe8ct Před rokem

      @@michaelfranzese Your welcome and thank you for replying so fast.Usually bigger channels don't respond at all.

  • @wolfelite0320
    @wolfelite0320 Před rokem

    Thank you for leaving this record of your experiences and knowledge for the rest of us to learn from.

  • @NotYourAverageCritic
    @NotYourAverageCritic Před 8 měsíci +1

    I'm glad I waited until the end. I was beginning to think you were going to leave Carlo Gambino out. I kept expecting you to say his name, and finally you did!!

  • @barbaralalone6148
    @barbaralalone6148 Před rokem +5

    your books are amazing I love them keep them going

  • @NorthWalesKid
    @NorthWalesKid Před rokem +8

    The most effective Mafia Bosses are ones you’ve never heard of, are never seen

  • @duewhit310
    @duewhit310 Před rokem

    Great video. No nonsense, well structured, measured.

  • @robertjolly3021
    @robertjolly3021 Před rokem

    Great show Michael, I remember you back in the day !! 🙏🙏

  • @Sheri7777
    @Sheri7777 Před rokem +8

    Great video, Michael! So glad you're back. We can't wait for the next sit down to hear all about your UK tour. Be ready for a plethora of questions, tho🤣.🤪Lol! You know how much we value you; if anything, all the questions will show how comfortable your IC crew is with you and how greatly missed you were. I hope you're resting up now.
    -Sheri Ann

  • @haroldweiss7674
    @haroldweiss7674 Před rokem +11

    Michael, I really enjoy your videos, especially when you discuss what turned your life around. Sometimes, we need to suffer the of pain hitting bottom in order to grow and move forward with our life. On this video, I wonder if Angelo Bruno might be included as an effective mob boss.

    • @ABartush
      @ABartush Před rokem

      I don’t think that he hit the bottom. Even being in jail, doesn’t mean it is the bottom. He has and have a strong mentality, core, being a manly man with respect to other people, respect to the women. He is very rare persona. Bottom is like when a person lost respect and behaving awfully, when doing very low minded things. Michael is top, even in jail is top, he spoke how he survived there, he is very smart.

  • @MarvinAMarcelino
    @MarvinAMarcelino Před rokem

    My dad read pocket books about mafias, I got interested, but i got pieces here and there, i remember there was this book about Al Capone. I am glad i stumbled upon your video and get the real stories first hand from one who has been within the mafia world. Thank you, more power.

  • @leopoldosguera4617
    @leopoldosguera4617 Před rokem

    I have agreed with everything I have heard you say. You are a very good speaker and very intelligent. I grew up in the five towns area and knew of many of the people you have mentioned. Glad to see that you are doing well and God bless 🙏

  • @chriscripplercruz1833
    @chriscripplercruz1833 Před rokem +7

    Another awesome video to watch thanks Michael and I hope that everything in your life keeps going awesome

  • @War_Nerve
    @War_Nerve Před rokem +5

    Carlo Gambino sets a pretty high standard for sure. With his low profile, and lack of any long term prison sentence.

    • @jimiwilson4322
      @jimiwilson4322 Před rokem +2

      I don’t think he spent a day in jail or ever been shot or stabbed. Talk about pitching a perfect game in life! ✌🏻😉

    • @Player-de7ii
      @Player-de7ii Před rokem

      He wasn’t low profile. He was the biggest boss in America. He was a great boss though, at least by mob standards.

  • @garlandremingtoniii1338
    @garlandremingtoniii1338 Před 9 měsíci

    This was was a highly informative, educational video today. I throughly, Enjoyed it!! Bravo 👍

  • @janproy7956
    @janproy7956 Před rokem +1

    Excellent. Thank you!

  • @ddilink
    @ddilink Před rokem +4

    Enabling the guys to earn is very important. Being generous and not tight fisted buys a lot of loyalty.

  • @luciano-km7mq
    @luciano-km7mq Před rokem +16

    Stefano Magaddino was the Buffalo crime family boss for 50 years. The longest tenured boss in Cosa nostra history. Carlo Gambino was loved and respected even by law enforcement (I don't recall he served a single second behind bars). Gaetano Luchesse was a good boss who was also highly respected. He went to the can only once for less than 3 years. Of course Salvatore Lucania was arguably the most brilliant. He abolished the title of 'boss of bosses' but could've taken that position if he wanted. If there were to be a Mt Rushmore of mob bosses, Luciano and Gambino would be the first 2 to be engraved in the mountain.

    • @josephsierzengaIV
      @josephsierzengaIV Před rokem +1

      There a a few… those guys are obvious.
      Accardo Magadino Zerilli then Tocco all had 40+yr runs without any major damage or jail time.
      If you die filthy rich and in your own bed… you got it done.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ Před rokem +3

      Gambino was sentenced to 22 months for avoidance of alcohol taxes. He served 8 of these. He also served 30 days on a separate occasion.

    • @josephsierzengaIV
      @josephsierzengaIV Před rokem +1

      @@OCSHORTZ 💯
      And he was Boss for just under 20yrs. Others lasted twice as long.

    • @Player-de7ii
      @Player-de7ii Před rokem

      Magaddino wasn’t a good boss at the end of his career though. His family kicked him out after he said he didn’t have money yet a little bit later he got caught with $400k

    • @luciano-km7mq
      @luciano-km7mq Před rokem

      @@Player-de7ii
      Never gave him a compliment. Just pointed out he was the longest reigning boss

  • @WilliamSmith-bj8gt
    @WilliamSmith-bj8gt Před měsícem

    Thanks Mike. Great as always.

  • @slash270
    @slash270 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Your the truth Mike. Love your family and style ❤️

  • @marjase9172
    @marjase9172 Před rokem +6

    But if I'm sincerely honest in my humble
    opinion, without being sentimental, and
    of course without offending anyone who
    thinks differently from my direction but
    rather looking into this serious matter
    with a perspective distinction and without
    condemning anyone's point of view,
    honestly think and feel that I have nothing
    to say

  • @Wootensportscards
    @Wootensportscards Před rokem +4

    You seem to be about the most honest of all these Mafia people..You say good stuff about yourself but also your faults..Love the channel

  • @supahendrixx80
    @supahendrixx80 Před rokem +2

    It’ll be nice to see you interview w/ early hip hop pioneers that use to be involved w/ the underworld directly or indirectly.. I think it’ll be a great bridge for my people to tune in. Appreciate ya work boss

  • @Mister_T
    @Mister_T Před rokem +1

    Doing a great job Michael. Keep it up 💪

  • @samsciascia4004
    @samsciascia4004 Před rokem +5

    Tony Accardo was a top Boss nationwide. He held power from the late '40s till his death in 1992. Never spent a night in prison. Made a fortune and held power nationwide.

  • @0bits_1
    @0bits_1 Před rokem +7

    I agree 100% on the subject of Boss versus Leader.
    At my last workplace (I worked in Healthcare), the hierarchy (if you will) was Manager > Deputy /Nurse-in-Charge > CSA/s > Careworkers. The Manager was our Boss, but the majority of us didn't like her and respect went only as far as what was professionally expected of us. Meanwhile, for the Deputy/Nurse-in-Charge, we had the utmost respect and regard for her. She naturally inspired respect, loyalty and dedication, and it was because she displayed those qualities toward us. At meal times, once she'd completed her medication round, she'd sit down with us and we'd have our lunch and/or tea together. She worked with us as though we were all at the same level. The same couldn't be said for the Manager, and it showed massively in the team, in terms of morale.

  • @Cass2112
    @Cass2112 Před rokem

    Glad I stumbled upon this greetings from 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @juaneliasflefil4797
    @juaneliasflefil4797 Před rokem

    Hello from Honduras!!! I’ve been a fan for some time. I’m happy you are out of the life and just wanted to say thanks for the mob insights. I still remember writing a homework assignment on the mob in first grade surely from hearing something on the news while living in Miami as a kid but oh well, that life always is intriguing. Take care!!

  • @12227UserName
    @12227UserName Před rokem +11

    Carlo Gambino was and is number 1, in my opinion. I don't see how any other boss could really top that man's status. He was extremely cunning, kept a low profile, stuck with the rules, and overall was highly respected. And the fact that he died of natural causes without spending time in prison only adds to it. I'd go as far as to say he's admirable, despite the questionable nature of that lifestyle.

    • @soulbrother7144
      @soulbrother7144 Před rokem +5

      Tony Accardo. Boss of the outfit from the 40’s until his death in 92. Never spent a night in jail. Great book about him by an FBI man who was on his task force. Chicago is really interesting. Pound for pound more powerful than New York.

    • @soulbrother7144
      @soulbrother7144 Před rokem +2

      Not to say Carlo wasn’t badass.

    • @SteveSmith-fp9gn
      @SteveSmith-fp9gn Před rokem

      Actually Gambino did spend some time in prison back in the early 30's

  • @rhythmicbeast
    @rhythmicbeast Před rokem

    LOVE THIS STUFF!! FASCINATING

  • @franky6772
    @franky6772 Před rokem

    I just want to apologize for watching so many of your vids and not subscribed but I'm subscribed now lol. And your the BOSS of this family, sending love from home here in New York

  • @Eduardo-xi1cq
    @Eduardo-xi1cq Před rokem +8

    Many thanks for all your work, Michael. It is great to have first-hand information. I maybe include Giuseppe Morello since he was capable, as far as I know, of leading the organization to a next level and having a real influence and power across the country (according to Mike Dash who in his book, "The first family", draws upon Nicola Gentile testimonies). Following this line, it would be greate you to make some video about Giussepe Morello and his epoch, if you consider it interesting enough. Many thanks again!

  • @judithcampbell1705
    @judithcampbell1705 Před rokem +7

    I still like Lucky. He's my favorite and Myer Lansky was a brilliant man with the money and the books. He could have balanced the books for the US treasury.
    Thank you Sir I appreciate 🙏 your knowledge.

  • @Phantom2316
    @Phantom2316 Před rokem

    Great videos thank you !

  • @aidanwalsh3930
    @aidanwalsh3930 Před rokem

    Interesting and informative about the top bosses and how they operated. Makes good sense to.

  • @kurt6410
    @kurt6410 Před rokem +11

    I'd like to hear you talk about the westies and Jimmy Coonan, Bill Beattie and Mickey Featherstone. From what I understand that was a vicious crew and even Big Paul was afraid of them

    • @johnotoole5786
      @johnotoole5786 Před rokem

      @@michaelfranzese michael if ur interested in producing movies im a writer my 1st movie life of crime almost got produced twice kelsey grammar 1st his 2nd wife camille from my hometown cedar grove nj 2nd mike uslan said he can produce for 8 mil also lived in hometown havnt pitchd. For sometime was rags to riches to rags tryn to gt bk to riches. 2nd movie is bad faith its a faustian story 4 acts acordn to 4 season which dictate the tone. It based on guy on spring st which ur boss was godfather to his son he had that color of hair sure u know. Mess if interested just takn a longshot here. Im extremely compendious. Dont know whats in ur wheelhouse. 1st movie gross 100 mil projected according to uslan huge profit margin plus my writing has a motiff of realism.

  • @rachaelwilliams2064
    @rachaelwilliams2064 Před rokem +3

    I was waiting to hear Gambino. ❤
    I know it’s not NY, but thoughts about the one I respected and had incredible respect for…Angelo Bruno out of Philly

  • @vinniandriani5925
    @vinniandriani5925 Před rokem

    Great podcast perfect list

  • @camb5264
    @camb5264 Před rokem +1

    Gotta include some of the bosses from Detroit, New England, Philly, Chicago, Kansas City

  • @bradt8019
    @bradt8019 Před rokem +9

    I think "The Chin" was my favorite boss! He played to win. 👋😏

  • @ArcGlowingVision
    @ArcGlowingVision Před rokem +10

    If Meyer was a boss (which he kind of was in a way) I think he would have been a good one. Curious to hear your thoughts on Santo Trafficante, Vito Rizzuto & The Beast Salvatore Riina. I had no idea Carmine lead the Colombo family for so long.
    I am 100% with you on Paul and Carlos (they are my favorites too).
    You would make a great Family leader no doubt Michael, not good, but great.
    I say this because you have the ability to rationalize situations out to positive conclusion.
    Your not hot headed. You prefer earning to violence and you are both book and street wise, plus it's not a fault you have incredible presence and conduct yourself professionally.

    • @sidritqafzezi3958
      @sidritqafzezi3958 Před rokem

      To be a boss you need also the main thing which is "guts".

  • @gbonkers666
    @gbonkers666 Před rokem

    Another awesome episode....

  • @ophelia.artaud
    @ophelia.artaud Před rokem

    I always listen to your videos to keep me from having a seizure I ordered a signed copy of your book I'll definitely be getting Mafia democracy

  • @edwinrosario4919
    @edwinrosario4919 Před rokem +3

    I completely agree with Michael, Carlo Gambino was a incredible leader,he' was very humble and no nonsense he was very respected by all, which is very important to be a boss in that life, obviously if something needed to be dealt with violence was the last option unless it was necessary.Its fitting the family is named after him

  • @JSmusiqalthinka
    @JSmusiqalthinka Před rokem +5

    A lot of this reminds me of the overall dynamics of many hierarchical power structures, but especially feudalism.
    The bosses are like nobles/Lords, and they all play the same power games. The guys on top have to make sure they don't get too cocky or greedy. Not because that's bad...but because it will cause all the other nobles to team up against you or otherwise threaten the balance of power.
    This, I think is demonstrated through a fascinating difference between the Mafia and the Nobles of old. Namely, Maranzano tried to institute a semi feudal power structure, with himself as the King, i.e., the most powerful boss among bosses. Of course, the King is powerful, but not more powerful than all the other Lords put together. One of them, Luciano, decided to take action against that would-be King of bosses. However, rather than taking power for himself he spread it among the most powerful few. Lucky Luciano essentially turned La Cosa Nostra from a monarchy into an oligarchy, by founding the Commission. Like a board of directors or council of Lords. It's like he realized that an explicitly authoritarian leader/King would be an inherently unstable system for a crime syndicate, constantly under threat from both each other AND the "legitimate" power structure of the State. By creating that Commission, he stabilized the hierarchy, and therefore, their material interests.
    As a critic and opponent of hierarchical power structures, this is all quite fascinating and valuable to know about.

  • @christopherthompson1011
    @christopherthompson1011 Před rokem +1

    God bless you and keep you papa Micheal 💪🏾💪🏾

  • @scottseverson4731
    @scottseverson4731 Před 9 měsíci

    Love your shows

  • @007akshays
    @007akshays Před rokem +3

    Mikey,make a video on how to deal with work politics/corporate shit as a former mob guy

  • @puppetmaster706
    @puppetmaster706 Před rokem +3

    Tony Accardo/Philip “Benny Squints” Lombardo

  • @benjamincolonjr6600
    @benjamincolonjr6600 Před rokem +1

    Micheals Franzese the boss of this New York mafia content baby!!! Keep hustling micheal

  • @danielaguero3766
    @danielaguero3766 Před rokem

    Hello I had heard of you and recently found your channel I have always been fascinated with the life you and other's in your life went through it's is very interesting to hear the details of some of the things you know . Thank you for sharing some of your life with us .

  • @donh1572
    @donh1572 Před rokem +5

    There is a interesting video on CZcams showing the actual Frank Costello slot machines being thrown into the water, as mentioned by Mike in this video

  • @SBatts-rd9kg
    @SBatts-rd9kg Před rokem +11

    It would've been interesting to see if Neil Dellacroce had made that list? It would be interesting to see the most effective underbosses of all time.

    • @gwenmarie7311
      @gwenmarie7311 Před 10 měsíci

      I Think For Me I believe Micheal’s Dad would Get that . I mean his dad lived to be 102 🤷🏽‍♀️. I mean yes he was in prison but 🙌🏽🙏🏽. The lord Kept him alive a long time.

    • @SBatts-rd9kg
      @SBatts-rd9kg Před 10 měsíci

      @@gwenmarie7311 That's a good point too!

  • @JoseQuintero-wx7wk
    @JoseQuintero-wx7wk Před rokem

    Michael I love the channel I have always wanted to know more about the mob keep up the content I gave you a thumbs up and also subscribed to your channel God bless you too my friend.

  • @djsdesignsandcustoms4779

    Great tutorial on talking about who is is the most effective powerful mob boss . I really like watching the families documentaries and especially the gambino crime family documentary what really blew me away is there criminal minds