Michael Franzese on 'The Irishman', Chin Gigante, Sammy the Bull, Rudy Giuliani (Full Interview)

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  • čas přidán 22. 12. 2019
  • In this VladTV exclusive, Michael Franzese returns to discuss a number of topics ranging from the real story behind the new Netflix film The Irishman, as well as his opinion of Rudy Giuliani and Sammy the Bull.
    Purchase Michael Franzese's book Blood Covenant: The Story of the "Mafia Prince" Who Publicly Quit the Mob and Lived here: amzn.to/2KefHAK
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  • @xtremezone3820
    @xtremezone3820 Před 4 lety +205

    Michael Franceze: "I have a temper."
    Looks like the calmest, chill dude ever lol.

    • @MediumNate
      @MediumNate Před 4 lety +80

      Those are usually the most dangerous ones

    • @gretashapiro4118
      @gretashapiro4118 Před 4 lety +2

      The guy is like 70 now

    • @BusyBozz
      @BusyBozz Před 4 lety +34

      His temper was'nt challenged. He just gives smart interviews and became a wise man. disrespect him seriously and you will see how he reacts, even at that age.

    • @topspot4834
      @topspot4834 Před 4 lety +29

      That's an Italian thing. I'll cool as a cucumber but once my Sicilian blood starts boiling, look out ... Guys to be afraid of (I'm not one of em) are the ones that don't say they're gonna come get you. They don't talk, they just do ... Michael is one of those guys.

    • @SneakerRealm
      @SneakerRealm Před 4 lety +13

      @@seansense I'd bet all my marbles those guys weren't around much longer after that. If someone did that to my sister I would 100% have a serious decision on my hands, and I'm an average Joe. I don't think it matters that I'm Sicilian (American), I think a lot of people would think that way. But someone like Michael? Probably would wow us how he handled it.
      And your little dog theory is perfect. Being loud is usually a defense mechanism the weak use to scare off potential threats. The strong don't need to use it.

  • @miguelo3068
    @miguelo3068 Před 4 lety +2180

    Who has only been to this channel twice because of Michael? 🖐️

  • @crd88918
    @crd88918 Před 3 lety +137

    Talking about the things he did with his sister’s drug dealers/abusers was too real. “I did some tough things.... I did some rough things.” You know those guys left this realm screaming.

  • @diaramer5032
    @diaramer5032 Před 3 lety +125

    He doesn't brag or boast. He tells it like it is. He reveals but he knows when not to reveal. He is totally believable and respectful and honest and that's why I love his stories.

    • @GoldBlumsYouTubeProductReviews
      @GoldBlumsYouTubeProductReviews Před 2 lety +1

      HE IS HONEST WHEN HE SAYS “ ILL BE HONEST WITH YOU”. BUT WHAT SBOUT THE OTHER TIMES. SUCH A COMPULSIVE LIER.

    • @coreyhall1150
      @coreyhall1150 Před 2 lety +3

      Most actual "Gangsters" don't brag and boast. A real gangster moves in silence and keeps his fuckin mouth shut. Ppl bragging and boasting has been the death and the arrest of many dudes.

    • @user-pj2lc8yd6f
      @user-pj2lc8yd6f Před 4 měsíci

      @@GoldBlumsCZcamsProductReviews explain what a lier is

  • @NytronX
    @NytronX Před 4 lety +2658

    We need Michael Franzese on the Joe Rogan's podcast.

  • @vayoofficial
    @vayoofficial Před 4 lety +382

    This guy is telling him fascinating things and he just responds with “okay”

  • @Patricksargentmusic
    @Patricksargentmusic Před rokem +13

    The mention of Kobe and his helicopter 🚁 😢 🙏 RIP

  • @simonostinelli493
    @simonostinelli493 Před 2 lety +36

    Look at this man's background and look how he's turned out! An absolute gentleman,I really respect this man I don't listen to any gossip on people like Michael I listen to the man himself. He tells it like it is no bullshit with him! He's a credit to his family and I'm sure he's dad is looking down extremely proud of what he's become! Great interview Vlad of a great Man.

    • @peterpan2487
      @peterpan2487 Před 22 dny

      Gentleman he promotes and braggs about his mafia life while saying he found god using both sides of the fence again like he did with his pals in the mob and the police
      Who is he to talk about qny1 when he is scaming with his god thing and his crime stories
      Wat about his own fathers murders that he loves so much and braggs about and that he didnt even go to his own fathers funeral left him die lonely and broke wouldnt even get him a nurse or any help
      Also left his mother live out of a car in her last few years legt her broke to with nothing and not a cent to her name
      Never went ti his sisters funeral the man will have no luck using jesus name fir money and likes while also making money of his past crimes that ge gets o on talking about he is no better than sammy ir any other criminal

  • @equinocturnal
    @equinocturnal Před 4 lety +531

    A true "wiseguy"(with respect). He only answers what he wants, uses logic, and you can't tell if he's lying. All this, while being smooth and diplomatic. Movies are based on guys like this. Good interview. SALUTE!

    • @espaciofantazma901
      @espaciofantazma901 Před 3 lety +14

      BADABING.

    • @ethancooper1560
      @ethancooper1560 Před 3 lety +32

      He knows how to give a good answer while also not admitting to anything he wasn’t already caught for

    • @equinocturnal
      @equinocturnal Před 3 lety +1

      @@ethancooper1560 Absolutely!

    • @sayyidf.b.6378
      @sayyidf.b.6378 Před 3 lety +2

      @Steve N I knew someone was gonna say this, rappers are not the black equivalent of wise guys!

    • @2stroketyson79
      @2stroketyson79 Před 3 lety +3

      True wiseguy = a snitch

  • @karawigley6231
    @karawigley6231 Před 3 lety +599

    He maintains the same facial expressions no matter what he’s talking about. It’s scary how controlled & composed he is.

    • @kirklandsewell3776
      @kirklandsewell3776 Před 3 lety +20

      ...yeah. ...like Putin. Never changes his expression. Must be KGB trained?🤔

    • @sds5502
      @sds5502 Před 3 lety +9

      Normal behavior

    • @sds5502
      @sds5502 Před 3 lety +13

      @@kirklandsewell3776 If we still had a large Cosa Nostra influence there would be no threat from Putin and Trump

    • @phredphlintstone6455
      @phredphlintstone6455 Před 3 lety +17

      @@sds5502 at least he didn't sell uranium to Russia

    • @sds5502
      @sds5502 Před 3 lety +1

      Like the fox leaving the hen house

  • @richardclaypool9522
    @richardclaypool9522 Před 2 lety +11

    My mother, Norma Claypool, adopted all of us. To me, she was my mother. I found a guy who could be like a father to me and even though he getting adopted me, I still view him with the respect and love I would give to a father. My mother is dead, but this gentleman is still around and I’m glad to have them in my life.
    It doesn’t matter who your father is or your mother is it matters who fills those roles for you.

    • @SalAcceturra
      @SalAcceturra Před 4 měsíci

      It absolutely does.. some of us still put a lot of stock in bloodlines

  • @EnviiMissElixer
    @EnviiMissElixer Před 3 lety +83

    Michael always composes himself well in interviews. Could listen to him for hours.

    • @treal704
      @treal704 Před 2 lety +3

      Yup. I have so much respect for this man

    • @nickphillips7567
      @nickphillips7567 Před rokem

      That’s very bold to respect a killer a man who admits the life he lived was not a good life. I understand you agreeing to his social ability but respecting him is weird. He chose the wrong life, he could have been so much betyer

    • @WeightedCali
      @WeightedCali Před rokem

      @@nickphillips7567 False. He chose the right path.

  • @AliHau275
    @AliHau275 Před 4 lety +892

    Teacher: hey Michael can you tell the class what 2 + 2 is?
    Michael: Well look....

    • @tonypro5607
      @tonypro5607 Před 4 lety +53

      Well , look, you know.....

    • @soir910
      @soir910 Před 4 lety +101

      I’m gonna be honest wit ya, vlad

    • @tonypro5607
      @tonypro5607 Před 4 lety +16

      @@soir910 this one too , you know 😂

    • @zoltankenebisz6161
      @zoltankenebisz6161 Před 4 lety +43

      Michael : I cant give you a straight answer for that but look at this ....

    • @tonypro5607
      @tonypro5607 Před 4 lety +19

      " Look Vlad, my family got devastated due to my father's involvement in that life . Not hurt I mean devastated "

  • @xGregglesx
    @xGregglesx Před 4 lety +178

    FINALLY WE'VE BEEN WAITING FOR THE FULL VERSION FOR WEEKS.

    • @bigdc202
      @bigdc202 Před 4 lety +3

      I mean, is there anything new in the full interview that wasn't already shown in the clips?

    • @xGregglesx
      @xGregglesx Před 4 lety +18

      @@bigdc202 No, but I only caught like half of the clips because I hate watching it piece by piece.

    • @josephthibodaux6033
      @josephthibodaux6033 Před 4 lety +2

      Facts

    • @cwatson42785
      @cwatson42785 Před 4 lety +2

      @@xGregglesx Same here. But imo its really smart for vlad to do it the way he does. I bet he makes 3-5 times more money doing it piece by piece than all at once. Its actually pretty brilliant. Logically if he averages 500k per video for 10 videos or if he did it all in one video he would only get that one 500k video.

    • @aceofbastone
      @aceofbastone Před 4 lety

      Chris Watson I beg to differ..although he cut up the whole interview those bits are only gonna get 150-250k a piece. I bet the full interview will barely crack 1.5 mil. As opposed to his previous interview where he didn’t cut as much and the full video is already over 2 mil since April

  • @Wonderwice84
    @Wonderwice84 Před 3 lety +161

    Threw me for a loop when they mentioned Kobe and his helicopter. RIP Kobe.

    • @mujahudin
      @mujahudin Před 2 lety +9

      I was thinking the same. Michael mentioned a helicopter being a great tool for Kobe. I instantly figured they have no idea what's to come and without looking I knew this interview had to be atleast a certain amount of time ago. but like he said: I'm sure the helicopter was a great asset up until that point.

    • @wcherron
      @wcherron Před 2 lety +1

      Same here

    • @samweldon8104
      @samweldon8104 Před 2 lety +6

      Yeah I definitely did a double take there, had to check the comments see anyone else heard that

    • @dinkyramirez9866
      @dinkyramirez9866 Před 2 lety +4

      WOW.....

    • @DustinMcphetridgesRazor
      @DustinMcphetridgesRazor Před 2 lety

      @UCVRSA7bW6dy-ZixFrs7exbw yeah you’re definitely a troll piece of shit

  • @kevinvest9693
    @kevinvest9693 Před 2 lety +67

    Anyone else get chills when they mentioned kobe and his helicopter?

  • @anthonybennett2837
    @anthonybennett2837 Před 4 lety +180

    *The Legendary Michael "Well Look" Franzese*
    😫😩😅😂😭😭

    • @amarugee808
      @amarugee808 Před 4 lety +6

      Dayyyum

    • @ninjanizzle
      @ninjanizzle Před 4 lety +10

      AKA Michael "You Know" Franzese

    • @josephmalecki5860
      @josephmalecki5860 Před 4 lety +4

      Rather get busted by 5-0 then be a bust like u

    • @Bloody123Knuckles
      @Bloody123Knuckles Před 4 lety +6

      Rather listen to “well look” rather than “like...like...like” every sentence like some bitches talk

    • @anti-beast5575
      @anti-beast5575 Před 4 lety

      Anthony Bennett #antibeast

  • @financeminister1084
    @financeminister1084 Před 4 lety +40

    You can tell this guy was a real wiseguy by how he answers questions..not too direct with the deep stuff but says enough to make you understand what he doesn't want to say.

  • @sandralybrand9407
    @sandralybrand9407 Před 2 lety +10

    I just love how intelligent Michael is! He knows how to relate stories without incriminating himself. He doesn't dodge questions but only goes so far in telling things. He knows the law is really pissed that he's the only one they couldn't put him away for life like the rest! One incriminating statement and they would put the cuffs on! His dad schooled him well! Also the reason the mob didn't put a hit on him is he never informed on any of them! I really admire his work in trying to turn kids away from crime! He has really turned his life around. I think he never would've gotten into the life, if it wasn't for his father.

  • @cynthiathompson8024
    @cynthiathompson8024 Před 3 lety +7

    Michael is very articulate and appears very truthful I’m really in joying the interview!!😀

  • @Mr_Clean
    @Mr_Clean Před 4 lety +1928

    He should start a podcast. I'd listen to this guy read the phone book.

    • @tyronephipps7759
      @tyronephipps7759 Před 4 lety +13

      Not_Reqd
      That hilarious 😂

    • @curlyjoe7204
      @curlyjoe7204 Před 4 lety +14

      Your a fucking idiot!

    • @bobbywright6062
      @bobbywright6062 Před 4 lety +12

      He’s ultra Christian so I’m not listening to shit he has to say.

    • @TheBallisticSerb
      @TheBallisticSerb Před 4 lety +45

      bobby wright He may be but all people are interested in is his mob stories and he’s got thousands of them no doubt

    • @carolinecorman1716
      @carolinecorman1716 Před 4 lety +10

      He should. He has a unique perspective of this subject.

  • @TheHyena-ru8bz
    @TheHyena-ru8bz Před 4 lety +259

    The only time this guy breaks his stone cold face and has a big smile is when he talks about that Helicopter. He must have really LOVED that thing haha

  • @michaelc6346
    @michaelc6346 Před 3 lety +56

    1:11:08 a helicopter would be a great tool for Kobe... I am absolutely speechless. So crazy and random that he said that. R.I.P. Kobe

  • @williamtatum7736
    @williamtatum7736 Před 3 lety +6

    Loves the way this guy handles conversation, you got your work cut out for you interviewing him. know your shit and don't ask stupid questions Vlad!!!

  • @4dogsannacat
    @4dogsannacat Před 4 lety +183

    Michael Franzese is one of my favorite people hands down.

    • @cwatson42785
      @cwatson42785 Před 4 lety +4

      Same here. I respect the hell outta this man. Hes definitely a goodfella.

    • @etherealcatholic5711
      @etherealcatholic5711 Před 4 lety +5

      He should give workshops for young Men on how to be a Father + Husband.
      We need an old school fella teaching us how to live in the age of Feminism.
      I say this in all sincerity.

    • @heitord5539
      @heitord5539 Před 4 lety +1

      @@etherealcatholic5711 well. Send these disgusting feminists to go fuck themselves...

    • @pigboy8573
      @pigboy8573 Před 4 lety

      Greg Scarpa was the man's man

    • @etherealcatholic5711
      @etherealcatholic5711 Před 4 lety +1

      HeitorD 👍

  • @electrikoptik
    @electrikoptik Před 4 lety +612

    I feel like I owe Franzese money after watching this.

  • @TheJustthedoctor12
    @TheJustthedoctor12 Před 2 lety +8

    I love watching this guy talk. I second Vlad's words at the end. I'm glad he got himself away from the violence.

    • @eatassonthefirstdate
      @eatassonthefirstdate Před 2 dny

      He ratted bro lol....well like halfway ratted, but that got a 15 or 20 yr sentence dropped down to under 10, AND his millions in restitution for the gas scam just disappeared.
      He owed MILLIONS, paid like 500 or 750k, and he was allowed to stop paying it😅
      Sorry but to save a 8-figure pile of money, I'd snitch on my own mama😅

  • @giovanniscimeca7761
    @giovanniscimeca7761 Před 2 lety +2

    Thank you for uploading this, I really enjoy listening to Micheal on the road, Makes my days go by quicker.

  • @doberman1ism
    @doberman1ism Před 3 lety +23

    I stopped at this channel because I saw that the subject was Mob related. As a child I listened to my grandparents and my mom whisper stories about the Mob on our street and the atrocities they had committed. These stories never were repeated outside our home.
    This is the second interview on this channel with Michael Franzese that I am listening too. I decided to subscribe. Mr. Franzese’ style is smooth he tells much without giving away the farm!
    Bravo !

  • @chriscorker5634
    @chriscorker5634 Před 3 lety +225

    This guy always sounds believable and doesn't brag. Makes him likable.

    • @johannarollery9694
      @johannarollery9694 Před 3 lety +10

      Thats why i enjoy his interviews, he talks matter of fact but not in a way that makes him sound cold or as if he doesn't regret it. Also when he talks about the ugly stuff he did he doesn't come off cruel or proud of it like other mobsters do. He says things in a way that doesnt leave room to be misconstrued.

    • @stuart73m
      @stuart73m Před 3 lety +7

      @@johannarollery9694 Yes he seems very credible and doesn't pause before answering to make himself appear anything other than what we see. Its usually easier to spot liars than what I have seen in the many interviews Michael has given, I believe he has a good heart and has spent many years correcting any of the things he may or may not have done in the past.

    • @Mr.Deleterious
      @Mr.Deleterious Před 3 lety +6

      He's a businessman. He knows in order to make money you HAVE to be likeable. Looking people in the eye while your talking, not blinking alot and answering fast answers without hesitation can turn any lie into fact, boom, like that! Just remember that when he's found out to be a swindler again.

    • @frankblosse119
      @frankblosse119 Před 3 lety

      I 38 in ssw2.....jhjjj?..?sßssss$s$t5
      W p

    • @godsonheavenschildren8837
      @godsonheavenschildren8837 Před 3 lety

      Agreed . You can tell hes telling the truth theres no question

  • @jonathanriojas2177
    @jonathanriojas2177 Před 3 lety +4

    It’s weird if you think about it, how different interviews with mob guys from back in the day were just cronies or associates but this man is/was a legitimate BIG name in the life. Glad he’s open to some extent to tell his stories. And also how he changed his life around. Shits actually first hand history! Love his CZcams channel as well!

  • @georgejones5960
    @georgejones5960 Před rokem +2

    While in my profession have seen the worse and best in criminals am always glad to see his interviews. Mr. Franzese has made the best of his life since his quitting the Mob and as for the family thing I raised three that were not mine and never have said stepchildren, they were mine and will be mine till the end and know how his Dad felt because it's really no one's business except the families! Keep on trucking Michael!

  • @2000guineas
    @2000guineas Před 4 lety +508

    The gas scam was sheer brilliance

    • @doublem1975x
      @doublem1975x Před 4 lety +33

      Yep and unlike most mob hustles everybody benefited from it.

    • @MA-on9xl
      @MA-on9xl Před 4 lety +11

      XmenMagnetoAcolytes yeah and gas pipe ended up in prison for life because he was a greedy psychopath.

    • @derrickjones6628
      @derrickjones6628 Před 4 lety +1

      I got a few going myself... easy money!!

    • @cornbread2554
      @cornbread2554 Před 4 lety +8

      @XmenMagnetoAcolytes This was a Russian Scam first...Italian mobsters wanted a piece!!!

    • @billjordan3952
      @billjordan3952 Před 4 lety +1

      It's gaspipes scam Michael is a pussy 😎🤘

  • @PeterParkedHer
    @PeterParkedHer Před 4 lety +71

    This man is the the definition of an OG.

    • @jakeblaze7663
      @jakeblaze7663 Před 4 lety +1

      Peter Parker 300 people under him and ready to do what he wants them to. There’s this quote I read somewhere and I know these aren’t the exact words it says like this “you can only consider yourself a rich man if you own an army”

    • @eatassonthefirstdate
      @eatassonthefirstdate Před 2 dny

      And he cooperated against people....but I think that the guy got off in court though, so nobody got prison time because of him

  • @bosconibbles6777
    @bosconibbles6777 Před 2 lety +1

    This is probably one of the best interviews! Vlad ask all the right questions !!

  • @tommeredith7462
    @tommeredith7462 Před rokem +5

    Michael Franzese always speaks his mind very effectively.
    It’s easy to see and understand how successful Michael was once he officially launched his CZcams channel.
    Having 300 thousand new subscribers in the first 5 months of his channel is amazing.

  • @grayson7677
    @grayson7677 Před 4 lety +832

    “Think Kobe has a helicopter”, “helicopter be a great tool for Kobe”.....yep well that’s awkward now

    • @jeremypifer1587
      @jeremypifer1587 Před 4 lety +15

      Yup

    • @darkstar2315
      @darkstar2315 Před 4 lety +31

      Nah it was a freak accident. He didn't know it was coming.

    • @grayson7677
      @grayson7677 Před 4 lety +24

      Visor Down see u my friend can’t spot a slightly sarcastic joke lol

    • @darkstar2315
      @darkstar2315 Před 4 lety +7

      @@grayson7677 Your mom can't spot a slightly sarcastic joke.

    • @ec1628
      @ec1628 Před 4 lety +28

      It was strange hearing them talk about that.

  • @BrotherMan1969
    @BrotherMan1969 Před 4 lety +102

    This Wikipedia deal is killing me. What interviewer does that?

  • @pjneslo8979
    @pjneslo8979 Před 3 lety +3

    I find Mike absolutely fascinating. Great interview Vlad

  • @alisaloria7263
    @alisaloria7263 Před 4 měsíci

    Michael I am so greatful that your saved! You have taught the world so much, and you have proven it’s not all roses and comfort in living this life. May our Lord continue to bless you and your wife and family!

  • @pottsyuk
    @pottsyuk Před 4 lety +24

    Michael is a great talker, so absolutely perfect for any interview or even his own show.
    Can see how he made it so well in the Mob, prison and then his legit life as has a true salesmanship aura about him....

  • @nickmason2345
    @nickmason2345 Před 4 lety +129

    I always find myself doubting a lot of the dudes that Vlad interviews.. I Feel like most times they talk themselves up for a better interview.. With that being said if you’ve watched other Michael Franzese interviews he doesn’t do that tho and his story never changes... He only answers on things he knows or has heard personally, he doesn’t dry snitch on anybody and when he gives his opinion on something (that may go against your own) he seems to be respectful and open minded.. If you a real one it don’t take long realize he ain’t selling wolf tickets 💯!!

    • @FEWGEE1
      @FEWGEE1 Před 4 lety +3

      Yeah. He's being as frank and honest as he can be. Very clever guy, and he doesn't need to talk himself up to anyone.

    • @williammason1051
      @williammason1051 Před 4 lety +1

      Nick Mason that you brother?

    • @laniasgamingworld3573
      @laniasgamingworld3573 Před 4 lety +1

      Mr.Franzese is the real original Mafia.He is a classy truthful Person.

    • @viraloracle5151
      @viraloracle5151 Před 4 lety +1

      all the other mafia folks in those youtube interviews talk like they need to prove themselves, Michael doesnt. he is just himself and answering questions. thats why i like his interviews the most. you can tell he isnt there to show off but teach people a lesson.

    • @nickmason2345
      @nickmason2345 Před 4 lety +1

      NewsOracle I agree

  • @ajdogcurr1
    @ajdogcurr1 Před rokem +2

    Thank you Michael Franzese that was an excellent interview I am glad you turned your life around and glad you are helping other people by talking about how you did that and why you did it.

  • @TRENLORD
    @TRENLORD Před 2 lety +9

    Man, that ‘Kobe has a helicopter’ comment was gut-wrenching in hindsight.

  • @sabrinagrant8003
    @sabrinagrant8003 Před 4 lety +26

    I love every time when he says “when I got straightened out.”😆 And, he never skips a beat 🤣

  • @thomasgrim4325
    @thomasgrim4325 Před 4 lety +15

    this is by far my most favorite interview of anyone that had anything to do with the American mob and that's because of Michael's' integrity. I've worked in healthcare for most all of my life and in particular with substance abuse individuals. I consider myself extremely intuitive. This man is telling it as he see's it and no BS.

  • @optimuskid37
    @optimuskid37 Před rokem +1

    Truly one of a kind guy. Love his story n interviews.

  • @ninamc6116
    @ninamc6116 Před 2 lety +6

    Mike Franzese is now a Christian but I could see him losing it when he was in the life. His eyes are like steel. He’s the real deal. He tells it like it is. I think he’s awesome.

    • @peterpan2487
      @peterpan2487 Před 22 dny

      A christian that promotes and gets off of talking about his crimes makes money of it and says hevis this new man that found god
      Let his father die broke and lonely didnt even go to his own fathers funeral left his mother live out pf a car while she had no house never went to his sisters funeral
      Ya right he is a brilliant man should be titled as saint Michael
      Sc.mbag i wouldnt trust him as far as i would throw him
      He will never change

  • @MoonChild-po9du
    @MoonChild-po9du Před 4 lety +474

    He does not look 68yo
    I am stunned

    • @batonrougelsuking
      @batonrougelsuking Před 4 lety +18

      My pops is his age and I hate to say my dad doesn't look as healthy or as youthful as this guy. I wish my pops looks this way at his age.

    • @boxing4life410
      @boxing4life410 Před 4 lety +13

      He does in others interviews without make up

    • @trap84trap69
      @trap84trap69 Před 4 lety +1

      Moon Child czcams.com/video/qyZphhbDyBM/video.html

    • @maxplank1632
      @maxplank1632 Před 4 lety +11

      Moon Child that’s cuz he has money. Being broke is the worse thing ever.

    • @georgecostanza4233
      @georgecostanza4233 Před 4 lety +14

      You joking right this guy's had more plastic surgery than Phyllis Diller got fake dyed hair and facelifts nobody's not blind that you can't see that are you joking plus he's never done a day of work in his life

  • @AuntieKnowsKitchen
    @AuntieKnowsKitchen Před 4 lety +11

    I really like him, I’m drawn to mob books, movies and documentaries but I really enjoy his interviews.
    I’m a fan of you too VLad❤️

  • @Samdeman90
    @Samdeman90 Před 3 lety +72

    "I did some tough things as a result of that."
    Spoken like a man who's been bugged by the feds for most of his life.

    • @5pecialFX
      @5pecialFX Před 3 lety +3

      He whacked em

    • @dantelane2020
      @dantelane2020 Před 3 lety +1

      @@5pecialFX shut up snitch,why are you here ,you a teenager ,trying to be cool,go to school and get your mom and dad out of poverty

    • @coreyhall1150
      @coreyhall1150 Před 2 lety +1

      @@dantelane2020 Ohhhh boy another CZcams gangster. Ppl laugh at ppl like you do you realize that?

  • @suni214
    @suni214 Před 3 lety

    always enjoy your interviews

  • @donaldwallace7522
    @donaldwallace7522 Před 3 lety +26

    Mikey went through good and very bad times but he is now a part of my Christian family I am proud to see someone strong of heart to give these interviews thank you brother Michael.

    • @francishughes3422
      @francishughes3422 Před rokem +2

      Do you believe in Father Christmas and tooth fairy’s aswell hahaha the biggest ever told god !!!!

  • @XpoSZioN
    @XpoSZioN Před 4 lety +48

    The things this Man has seen and been through could be a real life horror movie, with some light at the end of the tunnel so to speak. He comes across as raw but real and respectfully intense , if that makes sense.
    Old timers like him are still alive because they are smart and loyal, without loyalty you cant be a man of your word and you wouldnt be here to speak.
    It just goes to show why this man is still standing, regardless of the negative persona he has, he was still someones father , husband, brother, son and so on and im sure he is leading a somewhat normal and positive life now.
    He comes across as strong but firm and fair, smart, respectful and honest but can be brutal if he has to be!

  • @dr.barrycohn5461
    @dr.barrycohn5461 Před 2 lety

    This interview has been one of your better ones Vlad.

  • @roccosantanelli2802
    @roccosantanelli2802 Před rokem +3

    He’s the only gangsta that I could understand how he sleeps well at night! When it’s all said and done. And he’s kinda a class act! I enjoy his interviews!

  • @queensmickey
    @queensmickey Před 4 lety +9

    Oh I'm so glad to get this as a Christmas present! I've anticipated the full interview for weeks and it's here, I'm very happy for Mr. Franzese he seems to have legitimately moved on and has a wealth of knowledge on the mob too.

  • @MasterZero99
    @MasterZero99 Před 4 lety +103

    This man is so interesting. Can listen to his stories for hours.

  • @brandonshaw2120
    @brandonshaw2120 Před 3 lety +9

    'You learned the two most important things in life. Never rat on your friends....and always keep your mouth shut'. Franzese lives it. Proper old-school wiseguy.

  • @darrellrobbine2346
    @darrellrobbine2346 Před 3 lety

    I respect you for coming clean about the past. It's not easy being in the predictument you have been in. God's bless you.

  • @matthewbolton4284
    @matthewbolton4284 Před 3 lety +38

    He’s extremely intelligent. How many people can speak so clearly and tell a story better than Michael?

    • @deanrichardson7725
      @deanrichardson7725 Před 3 lety +1

      Gianno Russo is even better

    • @knitssaved1230
      @knitssaved1230 Před 3 lety

      Although his dad was "Sonny Franzese", Michael was never going to go into a life of crime. He was actually in pre-med and going to be a doctor. When his dad got pinched, he asked Michael to step up and take control of the family. Because of his love for his father, he did.

    • @ryaneades173
      @ryaneades173 Před 3 lety

      A lot

    • @TheRelger
      @TheRelger Před 3 lety

      @@deanrichardson7725, Russo is full of shit

    • @deanrichardson7725
      @deanrichardson7725 Před 3 lety

      @@TheRelger no you are you absolute imbecile

  • @titytodd2762
    @titytodd2762 Před 4 lety +34

    Really enjoy this guy he comes to my church once a year great speaker & stories

    • @LyraCometz
      @LyraCometz Před 4 lety +2

      I can't imagine Michael showing up at my church, that'd be wild

    • @J_larubia1992
      @J_larubia1992 Před 4 lety

      Amen!

  • @laraoneal7284
    @laraoneal7284 Před 3 lety +1

    I really am impressed by this guest with his knowledge and authenticity.

  • @someguy9471
    @someguy9471 Před rokem +5

    This guy has to be in a movie of some sort. He could play the part of a mob boss FLAWLESSLY. I’ve said this before, they need to do a movie on the heads of the five families of New York, specifically in the 70s and 80s. The height of their power was in the 70s and they were brought down in the 80s so it was a very interesting and polarizing time for cosa nostra.

  • @asht3637
    @asht3637 Před 3 lety +11

    One of the best interviews I ever heard. Michael did a better explanation of the Prince than my university Professor.

  • @Seaprimate
    @Seaprimate Před 4 lety +63

    What separates this guy from many others is he has a really good head on his shoulders. He can be successful in anything he puts his mind to, and it was only by chance that it started in the mob.

    • @coreyhall1150
      @coreyhall1150 Před 2 lety +1

      Well funny u say that he owns a Pizza chain now. And I reckon it is doing really well.

    • @tmclaug90
      @tmclaug90 Před rokem

      He was in med school before he decided to be a mobster or something right?

    • @ianleary6452
      @ianleary6452 Před rokem

      If you pay attencion you ll notice that anything he admits to or says he has done or had a hand in is something all ready paid for or beyond the stat of limitations

    • @DaveTaste
      @DaveTaste Před rokem

      @@ianleary6452 pay attention to spelling.

  • @sifumikezielinski2238
    @sifumikezielinski2238 Před 3 lety +3

    There is no way that Sonny is not Michael's biological Father. Michael looks just like his Father. I love this interview. A+.

  • @jocelynvernon2298
    @jocelynvernon2298 Před 3 lety +9

    Valuetainment with Patrick is great for watching interviews with the mob. He's great 😊

  • @meghanservidio8961
    @meghanservidio8961 Před 4 lety +168

    Michael looks amazing for 68, but just like the old saying “black don’t crack” we got “olive oil don’t spoil” we age well ❤️

    • @learning5188
      @learning5188 Před 4 lety +8

      "Olive oil, don't spoil"...I love it🍷

    • @-scrim
      @-scrim Před 4 lety +5

      L

    • @undertaker11ism
      @undertaker11ism Před 4 lety +4

      Meghan Servidio Italians have good culture and age very well 😊

    • @masterroshi4750
      @masterroshi4750 Před 4 lety +1

      Meghan Servidio is eeeeeeesh GOTEEEEEM! Olive oil don’t spoil!

    • @kissmycons9541
      @kissmycons9541 Před 4 lety +4

      Same here with the Greeks 👍🏼💯

  • @Moe-bb3bm
    @Moe-bb3bm Před 3 lety +7

    Brother Michael is blessing to people who come out of a life of crime. May the Lord protect him and fill him with the Holy Spirit and wisdom of the Gospel

  • @MWolverine1969
    @MWolverine1969 Před 3 lety +1

    Micheal Franzese, MOB James, and Freeway Ricky are far and away this guys best interviews! I’d like to know what he pays these guys, because he gets a lot of people to sit down and talk and I have a hard time thinking it’s because he asked them nicely!

  • @knockout8562
    @knockout8562 Před 2 lety +1

    The way he sits up let’s you know how serious he was about the situation 1:13:32 1:14:56

  • @homerwood502
    @homerwood502 Před 4 lety +17

    He needs a movie about his life! Love listening to him speak.

  • @josenevarez3483
    @josenevarez3483 Před 4 lety +16

    I don’t understand how he’s so calm, whenever he’s telling a story doesn’t even curse, very professional. If it was me I’d use curse words and what not, this guy was meant to be a made man. Good thing he was never killed either these interviews are amazing, although he’s never gonna say it but I’d Love to hear the brutal things he did lol.

  • @ryanhunter130
    @ryanhunter130 Před 7 měsíci

    This is a fascinating interview-this is my 3rd repeat listening

  • @mrnitro3735
    @mrnitro3735 Před 11 měsíci +1

    i respect and look up to micheal so much, such and inspirational character 🙏

  • @AClives07
    @AClives07 Před 4 lety +80

    I like how Michael answers the questions. Well organized and respectful.

  • @icantbemanaged
    @icantbemanaged Před 3 lety +42

    Over 60 and still handsome. I could listen to him speak all day!

  • @Allyourbase1990
    @Allyourbase1990 Před 2 lety +3

    Hes really really well spoken. Really wish he had a podcast

  • @theleastofhisbrothers
    @theleastofhisbrothers Před 3 lety +5

    Great words from a good man thanks Micheal , walk with God he does protect his people

  • @dublinsfaircity
    @dublinsfaircity Před 4 lety +10

    Mikey Francese is the real deal. No nonsense, straight shooter. Respect, from Ireland.

  • @kientekarladambo1877
    @kientekarladambo1877 Před 3 lety +12

    I always love every video of Michael. He is soooo inspirational. I just love him

  • @joemooney698
    @joemooney698 Před rokem

    Awesome interviews

  • @frankdrebbon8170
    @frankdrebbon8170 Před 3 lety +3

    He's a very good speaker - analyzes questions fast and has a sharp answer/explanation of what he knows. If he doesn't know he's truthful about it, unlike alot of people. You can just tell hes an intelligent person, probably has a mid to high IQ too. And he left crime (sin) the best thing of all.

  • @Cefdfsacq
    @Cefdfsacq Před 4 lety +27

    Franzese operated I’m my sphere of business...he took a lot of money out of the pockets of legit businesses who had to compete with his network.....but when the smoke cleared, he emerged a compelling speaker with a steady handle. His stories ring true. His history is consistent; he never trips over his narrative. There are some questions he politely sidesteps. He s doesn’t pander to dweebie interviewers who think it makes them cool talking to a real gangster. He s become a good cultural historian .........who might have a very very big lumpy mattress

  • @Actiondealeeeer
    @Actiondealeeeer Před 4 lety +44

    Best guest ever

    • @Actiondealeeeer
      @Actiondealeeeer Před 4 lety

      Keety he saved himself and his family from being killed or indicted and is now successful. U would have done the same shit

    • @enlightenedwarrior7119
      @enlightenedwarrior7119 Před 4 lety +3

      @@KeetyPooh 150 yrs or rat ? Like you gonna take the 150 yrs for people that will kill you cmon

  • @lalam6320
    @lalam6320 Před 2 lety +1

    This man is smart, survived leaving the mob and had the potential to become a doctor. He is so interesting, I just can't get enough:)

  • @HoofHearted801
    @HoofHearted801 Před 2 lety +4

    My kind of guy and a wonderful witness to people about the simplicity of God changing a person's life. I heard a similar message once from the co founder of black panthers, Eldridge Cleaver, as he was on bail awaiting trial after he surrendered himself. God continues to bless you MIchael.

  • @peterbarbera
    @peterbarbera Před 4 lety +172

    As a guy, I can only pray my hair looks like Michael’s at 68 years old.

    • @Coach_Vedo
      @Coach_Vedo Před 4 lety +11

      🤣🤣🤣 me too..and not just hair, on his face you cannot tell that he is 6 freaking 8!

    • @spaceworm94
      @spaceworm94 Před 4 lety +2

      shut up puzzy just get hair transplants like he did puzzy

    • @peterbarbera
      @peterbarbera Před 4 lety +7

      Space Worm shut up virgin worm

    • @peterbarbera
      @peterbarbera Před 4 lety

      Space Worm Wiesel got nothing to say now. U little bug. I’d squash u

    • @spaceworm94
      @spaceworm94 Před 4 lety

      @@peterbarbera your responses literally made me lol. 1. I have a daughter. 2. It's possible, but that's why I always carry an equalizer. 3. I plan on getting a hair job in the not-so-distant future, so I'm not hating. Look good feel good right?

  • @deanfox9823
    @deanfox9823 Před 4 lety +34

    This is the best interview I’ve seen on so many levels.
    Michael is pure class.
    Thank You

    • @RossNCVince
      @RossNCVince Před 4 lety +3

      Watch the first one, even better.

    • @Klmrc
      @Klmrc Před 4 lety +2

      Dean Fox Watch Patrick Bet David's interview of Michael

    • @nicholasgulda2064
      @nicholasgulda2064 Před 4 lety +1

      If it is, it is in spite of the interviewer. I can't speak to other interviews he has done, but this one is less than impressive.

    • @ceciliamascuzzio1584
      @ceciliamascuzzio1584 Před 2 lety +1

      Takes after his pops class ..when i met his dad 2005 i said to myself what a great human bein.loved him

  • @Brooke52528
    @Brooke52528 Před 3 lety +1

    I enjoy listening to this guy, I imagine he was one of the smartest guys in that life during his era of involvement.

  • @MicahRibbentrop
    @MicahRibbentrop Před 2 lety +2

    I really like Michael he's very well spoken and seemingly a really polite guy

  • @damoproductionz6351
    @damoproductionz6351 Před 4 lety +9

    Bruh I love this dude interviews. KEEP THEM COMING PLEASE!!!!!!!!

  • @RossNCVince
    @RossNCVince Před 4 lety +335

    Franzese is genuinely still upset about those chickens.

    • @jessemorris5125
      @jessemorris5125 Před 4 lety

      😂😂

    • @oa194
      @oa194 Před 4 lety

      😂😂😂😬

    • @saeedvazirian
      @saeedvazirian Před 4 lety +11

      sounds like a Sopranos episode.

    • @javd007
      @javd007 Před 4 lety

      Haha yea you can tell

    • @lardogaming6942
      @lardogaming6942 Před 4 lety +12

      2 mob fams had to meet up over “a couple hundred dollars worth of chickens” 😂

  • @shalomccs
    @shalomccs Před 3 lety +3

    Chin Gigante was young when he joined the mafia when some old timers were around.He survived all those years,because he learned the old school way to do things. He did time when he was young,but after that he learned that invisibility was the key to survive low profile.

  • @traciann1171
    @traciann1171 Před 3 lety

    Best interview!!!

  • @JenKelly
    @JenKelly Před 3 lety +15

    My grandmother dated Sonny back when she was a teenager in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.
    I love listening to Michael’s stories.
    RIP, Sonny

    • @michaelchiappetta3453
      @michaelchiappetta3453 Před 3 lety +1

      Are you serious lol she has stories

    • @JenKelly
      @JenKelly Před 3 lety +2

      michael chiappetta
      I’m dead serious. I’m sure she had a lot of stories, but would never share a word. She had a code. She worked at Greenpoint Casket company for many years and surely had many stories to tell from there as well. She fed many a gangster at her home as well.. But if you’d ask her anything she’d just smile and say “ohh of course, I know things”.. but she’d just turn around and go back to her cooking.
      My dad (her son) also worked at a well known club in Williamsburg with these guys. But he too won’t speak much of it.
      I’m actually visiting with him as I type.. he’s dying of cancer 😔. We’ve been talking about the old days in Brooklyn and some of the guys he used to run with, but he’s too medicated to talk too much. He knew Michael back in the day. I don’t know if Michael would remember him or not.
      Quick story..
      I grew up in Queens.. (parents divorced)..
      One day in the mid 80’s my best friend’s boyfriend showed up at my door threatening me with a gun (looking for her)...I wasn’t worried, but my mother let Dad know something guy threatened me with a gun.. Well... within 2 hours, my dad and 3 or 4 carloads of wise guys in Cadillacs show up to my house, pick me up and ask me where to find the guy. I’m like... “I don’t know”.. Dad looks at me like “yeah right”..
      Well, off we go to the local schoolyard where this guy was with about 25-30 of his friends. Dad and his friends were clearly outnumbered and I was terrified.
      Dad and ONE GUY... got out, walked straight through the crowd.... found “Richie”...
      I never found out what was said or done that evening, but I can tell you this- “Richie” showed up at my house a week later and apologized to my mother and I ... and my neighborhood treated me with a whole new level of respect 😂😂
      NO ONE EVER as much as blinked at me wrong again.
      The end ☺️

    • @ShellFell2Hell
      @ShellFell2Hell Před 3 lety +2

      @@JenKelly that's very interesting!! My classmate's grandmother used to date Donald Trump in the 70's. They met in a club in New York but then she broke up ans called him a jerk. Her reasoning was that he had "weird opinions".

    • @michaelchiappetta3453
      @michaelchiappetta3453 Před 3 lety +1

      Question Authority he learned his lesson haha, get as much info from him as you can! Wish him the best

    • @Moraleslg420
      @Moraleslg420 Před 3 lety

      @@michaelchiappetta3453 shes taking you for a fool lmfao

  • @Ironwind1972
    @Ironwind1972 Před 4 lety +237

    He starts freely talking about Hoffa and Vlad just skips past it...come on man....

    • @topspot4834
      @topspot4834 Před 4 lety +59

      Not Vlad's best interview. I mean, he didn't even do his research beforehand and had to resort to Wikipedia. Very disrespectful, and I anticipate Micheal wasn't too pleased.

    • @ashwilliams6080
      @ashwilliams6080 Před 4 lety +5

      RIGHT!?!?

    • @rachelfoust2566
      @rachelfoust2566 Před 4 lety +12

      He sucks at interviews

    • @easye5653
      @easye5653 Před 4 lety +13

      Surprised the interviewer had not seen "The Irishman" yet. Way to do your Homework. Lol.

    • @easye5653
      @easye5653 Před 4 lety +6

      Interesting too that he said "the Irishman" movie was not accurate.

  • @elizabethshaw734
    @elizabethshaw734 Před 2 lety

    I was adopted at 3 weeks old and my mother and father they were the only mother and father I had and I loved them dearly.

  • @hillardwoodcock8040
    @hillardwoodcock8040 Před 3 lety

    Man thanks for the story bro.Can’t wait to here the end . Although it sounds like it will be very sad.