Dec 2021

Russell Bufalino: The Deafening Silence

Not the most common name when it comes to Mob bosses, but not for his lack of accomplishments. With a swift iron fist, Russ ruled for 3 decades, and now his life joins Blood Stories.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

14m 52s

Dec 2021

John Gotti: Teflon to Velcro

When it comes to megalomania, Gotti was the most infamous. Lived by the code, and died upholding it. And in between those two moments, Gotti became the most famous Mob boss in the history of La Cosa NostraSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

15m 10s

Dec 2021

Frank Costello: The Prime Minister

From a street hoodlum to the Prime Minister of the Underworld. Frank Costello joins the Blood Stories as the dexterous criminal that See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

13m 17s

Feb 2018

S1 Ep3: Charles "Lucky" Luciano (Part 1)

In the 1920s, at the height of prohibition, the intelligent, ruthless, and visionary, Charles “Lucky” Luciano forever transformed the Mob from warring street gangs into a highly sophisticated criminal empire. By the time Luciano was finished, the Mob was bigger than General Motor ... Show More

47m 39s

Feb 2018

S1 Ep4: Charles "Lucky" Luciano (Part 2)

The story continues about Charles “Lucky” Luciano, who made the Mob a highly sophisticated criminal empire. From night clubs to brothels, Luciano’s Mob spread its tentacles into every part of American society, earning billions . . . and a reputation. Meanwhile, the FBI had declar ... Show More

50m 39s

Jul 2021

S4 Ep12: Crossing Paths

To the casual observer, organized crime is viewed as a singular entity, spearheaded by a powerful mafioso or crime family. In reality, it’s a multi-faceted network built on generations of blind loyalty, spawning corruption and ruthless violence. In this episode, we’ll follow the ... Show More

22m 28s

May 2023

#366 | New York’s Five Families and The Business of Crime - Part I | History & Creation

In the early 20th century, a disorganised bunch of criminals transformed into a criminal empire and made billions in the process. In this episode, we'll learn how it all got started and why you didn't want to get on the wrong side of Charles ... Show More

20m 10s

Jan 2022

Introducing: Mafia Tapes

From ID comes a new podcast: Mafia Tapes.Mafia Tapes dives into the legend of the notorious DeMeo Crew, and their once trusted associate Dominick Montiglio. The 8-part series tells the story of Dominick’s life, at the center of one of the most vicious mafia crews in history. With ... Show More

46m 53s

May 2022

Mafia Pt. 1: The Rise of La Cosa Nostra

When mafiosos rose to power in 20th century America, they were untouchable criminals with an unbreakable code. Their origins in Sicily left them with a taste for extreme loyalty, secrecy, and violence. And even before notorious gangster “Lucky” Luciano remade them into an organiz ... Show More

47m 57s

Jan 2018

Mafia Preview

Launching February 7th is a new podcast that explores the underworld of American organized crime and the stories behind the rise and fall of the most notorious mobsters in history.

1m 15s

Jul 2024

Episode 170: Gambino Family Scores Case

In this episode for the first 15 minutes or so we delve into the recent arrest of Sinaloa Cartel founder and kingpin El Mayo Zambada. After that I talked about Michael Blutrich who was the owner and founder of Scores Gentlemen's Club in Manhattan. In the early 90's he would open ... Show More

32m 50s

Feb 2018

S1 Ep1: Sam Giancana (Part 1)

Welcome to Mafia, a look into America’s criminal underworld. In the debut episode, Fleet Cooper tells the story of one of the most powerful, flamboyant and dangerous mafia bosses of all time, Sam Giancana.Sam Giancana was utterly ruthless and willing to do anything in his pursuit ... Show More

44m 45s

May 2022

Kodak and the Mob

Georgia meets Sammy G. and discovers the seductive world of the mafia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

21m 57s

Lucky Luciano: Luck Strikes Chuck