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Sit Down with Michael Franzese

Michael Franzese

From a high-ranking member of the Colombo crime family to a man transformed by faith, Michael Franzese shares his extraordinary journey like no one else can. In Sit Downs with Michael Franzese, Michael dives into raw, unfiltered stories from his life in the mob, his path to redemption, and the lessons he’s learned about faith, family, and overcoming life’s struggles. With gripping interviews and practical insights, this podcast will inspire, challenge, and entertain

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35:52

Mob Life, Prison, Redemption: The Untold Story of...

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2025/06/15

He spent over 20 years in prison… but that’s not even half the story.I sat down with Sean Scott Hicks, a former member of the infamous Winter Hill Gang and someone who lived under the shadow of Whitey Bulger. From mass graves in Quincy to secret meetings in New York, Sean pulls back the curtain on the real underworld — not the Hollywood version. But this isn’t just a story about crime. It’s about redemption, faith, and rebuilding a life after losing everything. Sean talks openly about solitary

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36:36

The Hidden Agenda Behind the LA Riots EXPOSED

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2025/06/13

They called it a protest… but I saw something else. This isn’t just about ICE raids or immigration protests — this is something else. A shift. A warning sign. A moment that reveals where this country is really headed if we don’t wake up. In this video, I break down what the media won’t touch — the patterns, the messaging, the strategy behind the madness. Because when people start defending lawlessness… there’s usually something much darker underneath. Trust me, I’ve seen these kinds of setups

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100:11

What They Don’t Want You to Know About Child...

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2025/06/11

I’ve had a lot of powerful conversations in my life — but this one with Paul Hutchinson hit me like few others have. You might know him as the real-life inspiration behind Sound of Freedom. What you might not know is how deep his mission really goes.Paul didn’t just help fund a film — he led operations in some of the most dangerous places in the world, risking his life to bring awareness to a problem few dare to confront. In this sit-down, he shares the raw truth: how power and silence intersect,

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22:18

The Truth About Diddy and RICO Charges: Ex-Mobsters...

Sit Down with Michael Franzese ·

2025/06/05

There’s been a lot of speculation lately—can Diddy really be charged under RICO?I was invited onto a morning news segment alongside Anthony Ruggiano Jr. and Sammy "The Bull" Gravano to weigh in on the case. Between us, we’ve seen how RICO has been used—fairly and unfairly—for decades. And let me tell you, what’s coming out about Diddy is disturbing. In this interview, I break down what RICO really means, how the feds build these cases, and whether Diddy’s empire could be viewed as a criminal

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73:46

How the US Government Quietly Worked with the Mob for...

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2025/06/03

Eric Dezenhall has been in the rooms where most people can’t even get past the front door.He’s worked with the Reagan White House, advised Fortune 500 CEOs in crisis, and spent his life studying what happens when powerful people try to hide the truth. In this conversation, we pulled the curtain back on how the real world of power works—far beyond the headlines. We talked about how the Mafia once helped America fight its enemies… and how quickly the government turned on us when they were done. Eric

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69:06

This Is What Keeps Me Going After All These Years

Sit Down with Michael Franzese ·

2025/05/29

This one’s personal.For years, I’ve been telling my story — how I walked away from the life, lost everything, and rebuilt myself from the ground up. But this video isn’t about me. It’s about the people out there doing the same thing — quietly, powerfully, against all odds. A few months back, I asked my community to send in stories of transformation. People who had turned their lives around. Overcome pain. Reinvented themselves when the world said they were finished. And what I got back… was

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15:32

Why You’ll Never Hear Michael Franzese Talk About Mob...

Sit Down with Michael Franzese ·

2025/05/27

Today’s a special day—it’s my birthday, and I’ll be spending it with my family. But in the meantime, I wanted to give you something you’ve been asking for.This video is a powerful segment from my recent sit down with Diary of a CEO. It’s one of the most raw and honest conversations I’ve had publicly about one of the darkest realities of the life I once lived. Why don’t I talk about murder? What did I see? What did it do to me—and to the people I loved? You’re about to find out. This one peels

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70:19

From JFK to Epstein: The Plot That Connects It All

Sit Down with Michael Franzese ·

2025/05/23

They say the CIA was created to protect us—but what if it was weaponized against us?In this sit-down, I spoke with Mike Benz—former State Department insider and one of the few people exposing what’s really going on behind the curtain. From CIA infiltration of the State Department to covert union operations, hedge fund influence, global censorship, and the classified truth about JFK and Epstein... this conversation left me floored. What you’ll hear in this video is not a theory. It’s a

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21:07

CNN’s Cartel Interview EXPOSED What’s Really Going On

Sit Down with Michael Franzese ·

2025/05/20

I just watched a CNN reporter fly into the heart of cartel territory to sit face-to-face with a Sinaloa member. What I saw shocked me. The way they spoke about America, fentanyl, and even Trump — it opened my eyes.In this video, I break it all down: what the cartel thinks of us, how they justify flooding our streets with poison, and why nothing we’re doing is stopping them. I’ve lived on the other side. I know how power works. And I’m telling you — if we don’t wake up, this crisis is only getting

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12:01

Former Mob Boss Teaches How to ACTUALLY Reinvent...

Sit Down with Michael Franzese ·

2025/05/15

💪 Join me for a free live Reinvention Workshop on May 20th: https://michaelfranzese.com/family/In this powerful episode, I share how my journey of personal growth led me from a life of excess to finding true purpose. Through developing the right mindset and maintaining strict self discipline, I discovered that real financial education goes beyond just making money. My story demonstrates how motivation and self improvement can guide anyone from darkness to light, no matter their

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83:40

How Elizabeth Pipko Rebuilt Her Life After It Fell Apart

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2025/05/13

She was a rising star on the ice, training for the Olympics… until her dreams shattered with injury after injury. Depression followed. But somehow, her story didn’t end there. In this sit down, I talk with Elizabeth Pipko - a figure skater turned political firebrand - about how Donald Trump inspired her to keep fighting. She went from sidelined athlete to one of the youngest people working inside his campaign. 🍷 Have you tried my wine yet?: https://franzesewine.com/ 💪🏼 Join Franzese Family:

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33:00

The Godfather of the South: Carlos Marcello’s Secret...

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2025/05/09

He never made headlines. But he may have made history.Carlos Marcello wasn’t flashy. He wasn’t loud. He didn’t want to be famous — he wanted to be untouchable. And for nearly half a century, he was. From the shadows of New Orleans, this immigrant kid built a criminal empire that stretched across the South — reaching from Louisiana bayous to Texas oil fields, from Vegas casinos to whispers around the JFK assassination. While the FBI chased Luciano and Capone, Marcello shook hands with governors,

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19:53

The Biggest Mob Movie Letdown | Alto Knights

Sit Down with Michael Franzese ·

2025/05/06

Robert De Niro plays two mob bosses… and somehow it still flopped.I just watched Alto Knights — and as someone who lived that life, I’ve got some thoughts. The budget was massive, the cast was legendary… so why did this thing bomb at the box office? Let’s talk about what really went wrong — and why Hollywood keeps missing the mark with Mafia films. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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22:33

How Many Epstein Accusers Have to Die Before We Get...

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2025/05/01

Another Epstein accuser is gone — Virginia Giuffre reportedly died by suicide, and once again, the people in power are silent. Why are Epstein's files still sealed? Why are names still redacted? Why is Prince Andrew silent? In this video, I break down the shocking passing of Epstein’s accuser, the long list of suspicious suicides, the government’s refusal to release files, and why I believe Epstein was murdered. How Many Epstein Accusers Have to Die Before We Get the Truth? America deserves

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97:29

Face to Face with a Former Mexican Mafia Hitman

Sit Down with Michael Franzese ·

2025/04/29

In this powerful sitdown, I meet Art Blajos — a former made member of the feared Mexican Mafia. Art’s journey from deadly gang life to redemption is a story you won’t believe. We dive into how the Mexican Mafia was born inside prison walls, how Art rose through the ranks as a violent enforcer, and the incredible moment that changed everything: when God found him in the darkest place imaginable.From gang wars to prison cells, from a hitman’s oath to the great commission — this conversation goes deep

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57:09

Mob Cops: The Film Hollywood Was Afraid to Make

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2025/04/24

In this conversation, I sit down with actor, director, and producer Danny A. Abeckaser — a guy who went from promoting nightclubs in New York to building a career as an independent filmmaker. We talk about his early years in Brooklyn, how he found his voice in storytelling, and what led him to bring gritty, character-driven crime stories to the screen. His latest film, Mob Cops, is based on the true story of two NYPD officers who secretly worked for the mafia — a case so unbelievable, it feels like

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72:51

Married 5 Times. 4 were Mobsters. One was a Killer.

Sit Down with Michael Franzese ·

2025/04/22

In this exclusive sit-down, I talk with Camille Variselli, a woman whose life reads like a Hollywood script — but it’s all real. From the heartbreak of mob marriages to shocking betrayals, abusive relationships, prison time, and redemption, Camille reveals the truth behind the headlines and the pain behind the glamor. Why did she keep marrying men in the life? What really happened the night her husband was murdered? And how did she go from nightclubs and power to losing everything? This is a

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41:01

The Man Who Invented the Mafia: Lucky Luciano

Sit Down with Michael Franzese ·

2025/04/17

He came to America with nothing. Within decades, he controlled everything. In this documentary, I’m taking you deep into the real story of Lucky Luciano — the man who didn’t just rise through the ranks of organized crime… he rewrote the entire playbook. While other mobsters were fighting over scraps, Luciano was building something bigger: a nationwide empire with structure, strategy, and a ruthless kind of order that changed the mafia forever. This isn’t just another gangster tale. This is the story

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18:43

Tom Hardy Is Back — And He’s Absolutely Ruthless |...

Sit Down with Michael Franzese ·

2025/04/15

Movie Reviews (Mob Movie Monday) is back — and this week, I’m diving into the newest mob series shaking things up: Mobland. Tom Hardy, Pierce Brosnan, and Helen Mirren team up in what might be the most intense crime drama we’ve seen in years. I just watched the first two episodes — and let me tell you, I was hooked from the first scene. The story’s brutal, the betrayal is personal, and the family dynamics? Right up there with The Sopranos and Peaky Blinders. As someone who lived that life, I know

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65:57

This is EXACTLY How Mafia Infiltrated the NYPD for...

Sit Down with Michael Franzese ·

2025/04/10

Two Cops. One Mafia. Zero Rules. In this explosive sit down, I talk with journalist and author Michael Cannell about the jaw-dropping true story behind his new book, Blood and the Badge — the untold tale of two NYPD detectives who became deeply entangled with the Mafia, crossing every line imaginable. We’re not talking about just turning a blind eye — these were cops who became criminals, working hand-in-hand with organized crime while hiding behind their badges. As someone who lived that life,

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