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Oct 2024
46m 45s

8 - Crazy Like a Fox

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As the government closes in on Vincent Gigante, his carefully constructed facade of insanity begins to unravel, revealing the full scope of his influence and deception within the Mafia.

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Mike Campi's new book "Mafia Takedown: The Incredible True Story of the FBI Agent Who Devastated the New York Mob" is available on November 12th, 2024 via Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or wherever you get your books.

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