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The Sit Down: A Crime History Podcast

Welcome to the Sit Down, a crime history podcast that delves into the long obsessed archives of crime. Weekly, we look at the sinister and evil lives of the world"s most ruthless people. Ones that are both alive and dead. Everything from the Mafia, to the drug trade, cartels, terrorists, war criminals, serial killers, white collar criminals and more. Hosted by Jeff Nadu.

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All Episodes

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Episode 26: "The Sopranos" A Look Back

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2021/09/29

On Episode 26 of the Sit Down, Jeff welcomes Sopranos Blueprint blogger Stephanie Rosedorf Diaz and they delve back into the ethos of one of the great shows of all time, The Sopranos. With the new film coming out we found it important to relive the great storylines, the characters and more. We also got into what exactly happened to the family after the show, what we can expect from the film, the real life inspirations of the characters. and some trivia. As always thanks for listening and if you

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Episode 25: Sammy "The Bull" Gravano

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2021/09/22

On Episode 25 of the Sit Down, Jeff and Blackjack delve into the life of Gambino consigliere Sammy "The Bull" Gravano. Gravano is a controversial figure full of hypocrisy. Through large parts of his life though he was a big time earner and dangerous individual. He would eventually defect and become the biggest rat in mob history. As always thanks for listening and if you enjoy the show, please give us a deserved rating and leave us a comment! POWERED BY THRIVE FANTASY, download the app today also

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Episode 24: John Martorano

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2021/09/15

On episode 24 of the Sit Down, Jeff delves into the life of Boston gangster John Martorano, the chilling enforcer and killer for the Winter Hill Gang and Whitey Bulger. John killed almost 2 dozen people and in the end did something he never thought he'd do, but in his eyes he had to. We also took your questions on the mob in a Q/A and discussed the news about a Colombo bust by the FEDS involving the hierarchy of the family. Martorano biography starts around 31 min! As always thanks for listening and

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83:51

Episode 23: Frank "PeeWee" Matthews

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2021/09/08

On episode 23 of the Sit Down, Jeff and BlackJack delve into one of the most mysterious, fascinating figures in the history of American organized crime, Frank Matthews. Frank rose from the country roads of North Carolina to New York City and created the biggest drug empire in the history of this country. In 1973, he jumped bail and disappeared with 20 million bucks and was never seen again. Listen to this truly wild show. We also took your questions on the mob in a Q/A.. enjoy! Frank Matthews

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76:19

Episode 22: Neil Dellacroce

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2021/09/01

On episode 22 of the Sit Down, Jeff and BlackJack delve into the very respected underboss of the Gambino Crime Family, Neil Dellacroce. Neil had an ice cold stare and would terrify people, but he was an earner, very respected and brought calm to a family that had upheavals. He also groomed younger gangsters like John Gotti and rose his way to the top through being a pragmatist. There weren't many like Mr Neil. We also took your questions on the mob in a Q/A.. enjoy! Neil's biography starts around 31

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Episode 21: Carmine Galante

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2021/08/25

On this 21st episode of the Sit Down, Jeff and BlackJack delve into Bonanno boss Carmine Galante. Carmine killed police, sold tons of drugs, and truly marched to the beat of his own drum. There's one thing you can say was he was rich and powerful. In the end, he would have one of the most publicized deaths in the Mafia. We also interviewed NY Daily News reporter Larry McShane on his recent story regarding Carmine Persico. An action packed episode! As always thanks for listening and if you enjoy the

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Episode 20: "Tony Ducks" Corallo

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2021/08/18

On this special 20th episode of the Sit Down, Jeff and BlackJack delve into Lucchese boss Tony Carallo. Tony was an interesting and shrewd figure. He rose into prominence under the great Tommy Lucchese learning how to do rackets particularly in labor and unions. We open the show with a cool Q/A taking some of your mob questions. Corallo biography begins at (33:10) As always thanks for listening and if you enjoy the show, please give us a deserved rating and leave us a comment! also check out the

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Episode 19: Carlo Gambino

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2021/08/11

On the 19th episode of the Sit Down, Jeff and BlackJack delve into arguably the most iconic mob boss of modern times. Carlo Gambino came to America in the early 20s and ascended from a young hood to the top of a family through taking out rivals and making shrewd decisions. Carlo aligned with the right people and recreated the Mob and earned himself the role of "Boss of Bosses". We also start out the show answering some of your questions. As always thanks for listening and if you enjoy the show,

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Episode 18: Fat Tony Salerno

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2021/08/04

On the 18th episode of the Sit Down, Jeff and BlackJack delve into one of the greatest earners and leaders in the history of the mob, Fat Tony Salerno. He rose through the ranks of the Genovese Crime Family making hundreds of millions of dollars and is considered to be one of the greatest of all time. We also do a Q/A answering some listener questions.A truly interesting action packed episode. As always thanks for listening and if you enjoy the show, please give us a deserved rating and leave us a

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87:43

Episode 17: Paul Castellano

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2021/07/28

On the 17th episode of the Sit Down, Jeff and BlackJack delve into an array of topics including the life of Paul Castellano. Paul was an interesting and controversial figure. He made a ton of money but he allowed a crack to develop in his family through his own hypocrisy. We also do a Q/A answering some listener questions and we chat about the announcement of a new Gotti film. As always thanks for listening and if you enjoy the show, please give us a deserved rating and leave us a comment! Learn

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Episode 16: Tony Accardo

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2021/07/21

On the 16th episode of the Sit Down, Jeff and BlackJack get into the life of Chicago Outfit heavyweight Tony Accardo. Tony ultimately lived one of the most successful lifes in the history of organized crime. He could say something that no one else could, listen to find out. We also delve into how he took the Outfit from a gang to an organization after Capone, going into Vegas, his ability to avoid prison and his famous great grandsons. A legendary episode. As always thanks for listening and if you

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Episode 15: Roy DeMeo

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2021/07/14

On the 15th episode of the Sit Down, Jeff and BlackJack get into the wild life of Gambino Family capo Roy DeMeo. DeMeo is highly regarded as one of the most lethal people in the history of the Italian American mob. He and his crew believed in no body, no crime. The crew even established a method for killing and disposing of people. A truly violent episode of the Sit Down! As always thanks for listening and if you enjoy the show, please give us a deserved rating and leave us a comment! Learn more

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Episode 14: Anthony "Gaspipe" Casso

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2021/07/07

On the 14th episode of the Sit Down, Jeff and BlackJack get into the wild life of Lucchese Family underboss Anthony Casso. Casso rose from the docks of Brooklyn to an elaborate robbery crew to one of the most successful schemes in mob history. Casso ruled with an iron fist and is known as one of the most lethal people in the history of the Italian American mob. A truly violent episode of the Sit Down! As always thanks for listening and if you enjoy the show, please give us a deserved rating and

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Episode 13: Kaboni Savage

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2021/06/30

On the 13th episode of the Sit Down, Jeff and BlackJack get into the sickening and disturbing life of drug dealer Kaboni Savage. Kaboni and his drug organization ruled the streets of Philadelphia for years including flooding the streets with hundreds of kilos of drugs and inflicting damage everywhere including targeting witnesses, their families and more. We also give our thoughts early on the new trailer for the "Many Saints of Newark" As always thanks for listening and if you enjoy the show,

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Episode 12: Gregory "The Grim Reaper" Scarpa

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2021/06/23

On the 12th episode of the Sit Down, Jeff and BlackJack get into the wild life of Greg Scarpa. There aren't many people in the Mafia that have had a more interesting life than Scarpa. He made his way into becoming a made man in the Colombo Crime Family, then became a confidential FBI informant all while killing people and ascending to becoming a capo in the family. Ultimately a greedy mistake would take his health away and cost him his life. As always thanks for listening and if you enjoy the show,

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Episode 11: Al Capone

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2021/06/16

On the 11th episode of the Sit Down, Jeff and BlackJack talk about the interesting life of the most recognizable gangster in American history, Al Capone. Capones reputation is interesting but it was all about connections and when you look back, he was born during the right time as he heads to Chicago to head up a large criminal syndicate. His problem would lie in the ledgers of his operation and his dismissal of a personal problem that would lead to his demise. As always thanks for listening and if

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Episode 10: Carmine "The Snake" Persico

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2021/06/09

On the 10th episode of the Sit Down, Jeff and BlackJack delve into the twisted tale of Carmine Persico. Carmine got started in crime early and was a murderer by 17. He worked his way to the top of the Colombo Crime Family after commiting a big hit and creating wealth for the family. He also took the family through wars all while in prison. His end would blindly come from his loyalty to his blood family and his idiotic decisions late which would prove costly and cost him his freedom forever. As

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Episode 9: James "Whitey" Bulger

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2021/06/02

On the 9th episode of the Sit Down, Jeff and BlackJack delve into the wild tale of Whitey Bulger. Bulger assumed control of the Boston Irish Mob through treachery and murder. He also lived a double life through the purview of the federal government, evaded prosecution and then evaded capture for 16 years until he was caught and then met a violent end. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 8: Joe Massino

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2021/05/26

On the 8th episode of the Sitdown, Jeff and Blackjack delve into the wild tale of Big Joey Massino. Massino got his start on a lunch truck and someday became the boss of the Bonnano Crime Family. He takes the family through multiple power struggles and the fiasco involving "Donnie Brasco", something we delve into in depth. Massino lived an interesting life and was considered the "Last Don" of the American mob. PRESENTED BY STABLE DUEL: A Horse Racing Fantasy App Learn more about your ad choices

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Episode 7: Jimmy Burke and The Real "Goodfellas"

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2021/05/19

On the 7th episode of the Sitdown, Jeff and Blackjack discuss one of the most successful and brutal non Italian gangsters in the history of the mob, Jimmy Burke. We also get into the main characters of the movie Goodfellas and their connection to Burke. From the Lufthansa heist to the BC college basketball point shaving scheme, the legend of the "Jimmy The Gent" Burke. We also tell you what was real, what was wrong about the film as well. PRESENTED BY STABLE DUEL: A Horse Racing Fantasy App Learn

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