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Feb 2025

12m 57s

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What does it take to survive in the Mafia? Former Colombo crime family captain Michael Franzese reveals the inner workings of the mob, from secret rituals to the ruthless code of loyalty. He shares how he built a fortune, the lessons he learned, and why he ultimately left that life behind.

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