My dad was in WWII. I asked him once did he ever knowingly kill anyone in the war. His answer was “why would you want to know that?” He answered the question and I felt awful for asking it.
Well, maybe one of your uncles will turn into a lifelong criminal, then you can sit around the living room and listen to him with stars in your eyes...lol
100% A lot of guys in that life even though they are extremely savvy speak a certain way, portray a Goon type quality (not saying they are they just through out that aura) Michael speaks so well, he's sounds like a CEO with a ton of street knowledge as well as education
There are some accounts regarding Lucky Luciano saying how he was always respectful,polite and calm but that he was extremely capable of violence in a blink of an eye 👀
My dad was a Vietnam vet,I asked him once if he ever killed anyone,I seen his eyes water up and he said boy I'm only going to tell you this one time a man that brags about killing is a coward and has most likely never done it,but the man who's head bows down when asked and he doesn't say anything is carrying ghost
@@stephaniefoster1172 One of my grandpas was also in WWII. Being interested in history, I tried talking with him about his experiences once before he passed. He told me it was something he didn't want to talk about. Can't imagine what he'd been through...
Michael, I am a nam combat vet. My children have asked me to go to school on veterans day to address questions the students asked me. The first question asked by mostly boys was "dis you ever kill." My answer was always "I did what I had to do to stay alive".
Translation: - Hoffa is at the bottom of the Atlantic. - I still have millions in foreign bank accounts. - I killed the shit out of people or I would have been dead myself. That's the life.
About killing anybody, Michael has definitely answered that question- let's leave it alone. Thanks 👍 Michael your insight is fascinating we love this stuff in London
We love it too..so much in fact that here in California, the Mexican Mafia aka La eMe, patterns itself after La Cosa Nostra, aka, The Italian Mafia families! Cheers bruva!
Yeah I have a feeling he killed a couple times when it really had to be done. You can tell he isn't proud of it. Let me tell ya sometin' at the end of the day It's the life I signed up for.
They should really stop asking about if he’s murdered anyone. Murder is one of those things that they can reopen and recharge you for. I could imagine it gets annoying after awhile.
yeah its a stupid question even the fbi knows if youre made you killed at least 1 person its the only way to get made but they let these guys go with the murders for information because the victims are criminals anyway.
@Ad Max agree , he did 10 years in prison and lost big count of money , now he should tell on RUclips where is the rest and give evidence to do 10 years more . Totally realistic
Well murder can only be ordered by the boss Michael himself told this in a video with BuzzFeed and that's why they got buttons they go for killing i know that made guys do pull the trigger but he is a smart guy and murder makes lots of noise Feds can go upon with conspiracy charges but i bet u they can never prove it.
Something you should NEVER ask anyone, my nephew is a SEAL and my stepson is a 75th ranger, both with several tours, they have both been shot at, that ends it, they saved American lives, I'm proud of them!!!
Point is, anyone that's in the life or interested in the Mob knows what it's about and what is expected of you. So stop asking the man if he ever killed anyone. It's Cosa Nostra, if he did, he's not gonna tell you. And like he said, is it gonna make you like or respect him more? If Mike ever killed anyone, so what, it was his life, his job and the oath he made. What's it got to do with anyone?
I believe Michael did murder before and I firmly believe that he regrets it everyday of his life. I feel like he does this RUclips channel to atone for his sins, not to feel like some kind of bad ass. He already lived it up and had that life but sees that the price of a clean conscience is something you cannot put a dollar amount on. Michael did his time and I don't even care what happened as far as the specifics regarding "the life". I enjoy hearing him talk because he is one of the few that really has been given a second chance and only a jerkoff would come here to hear about the specifics of the things that likely haunt this man everyday of his life. God bless ya Michael.
My sentiments exactly. What kind of question is that? Why do people want to know? Don't they realize if he DID admit to something like that they would throw him back in prison? Ridiculous. It's nobody's business!
They call it "making your bones" for a reason. So I'll answer for him. YES! Yes he has. He's indirectly telling you this. Killing a person isn't what it's cracked up to be. Just read between the lines and leave it alone.
Michael, I love your channel and your history. Would love to know more about Italian food and just the food culture of New York during your time. Could you do an episode about what food or even restaurants did the wise guys visit a lot, what was your favorite food? Thank you so much
My father was an Australian volunteer in Bomber Command flying missions over Germany.. When I was quite young I would ask him how many people he had killed, & he would always deflect the question.. When I was older I found out he still had nightmares of cities on fire & planes going down in flames.. My questions changed to get his stories of ladies he’d met at dances in the Savoy, & adventures he’d had with his buddies on leave.. It’s a matter of respect, & a little understanding...
Amen. My grandfather is gone now, and I was too young to really appreciate his experiences. Never asked him about his time in the war (New Zealand Army, served in Italy and Africa I believe). I'm actually glad I never talked to him about it. He served, was wounded in the neck by a German sniper. Came home, lived a good life, was a good husband, raised a good family. I'm going to go down the road of finding out his service history so I can appreciate him more, but I'm like you - glad I didn't stir up all the trauma by asking him.
100% on the mark mate. My old man did a combat tour in Vietnam, and my sisters and I knew from a very young age not to ask him if he killed anyone. Even now, 50 years later, he still says “it’s just something I REALLY don’t want to think about. I’ve thought about it too much over the years, often not by choice......”
I have an older cousin who served in the marines in the early 2000s he’s told me some great stories part of me wanted to ask him if he ever had to pull the trigger and take a life..but it’s not my place to ask, some questions just shouldn’t be asked
@@trinihammer Good for you Dale. I dont think they they meant anything by it, rather that he has good genes which I won't disagree with considering how old Sonny is, not to mention Michael looks pretty good for his age.
@@Kenkosh3 lol that would've been awesome tho had u been the creator. Shit, I would've done something like that. Just joking, but also letting them know. Lol
@manny bruhh yeah 1 of my favorite Franzese moments is when Patrick at Valuetainment was like 'how deep is this wet place?' and Mike is like 'very deep'. Haha so cold!
Michael I am from Kentucky I'm 25 dealing with depression right now and these videos have helped me and especially what you said at the end I reminded it multiple times. God bless you're family and you
He’s a man of faith and a sinner like all of us. He’s walked the walk and can back it up. A great person to talk to about overcoming the bad! I’m glad I found his channel!
Michael is hands down the most down to earth person. You can tell he is well off, but he stays humble and he stays loyal. I love watching these videos. It offers a glimpse into a life that Hollywood has glorified and exaggerated.
Keyboard Musician my dad was in Vietnam. My grandad was in Ww2 in heavy firefights in Italy and. a POW to boot (both have awesome stories. They wouldn’t even tell me- their oldest son and oldest grandson. I never really asked accept once when I did a biography on my grandad in high school right before he died. it was on how he masterminded an escape from the German pow camp and got back around to meet back up with the US army. When I asked he simply said “next question- I don’t want to answer that son until I meet St Peter. “. My dad never told me up until he died. Most vets- if they are asked- and they feel fairly sure that they had no confirmed/witnessed kills- they will say “I don’t know or even “nope”. Even my grandads CO (Felix Sparks- google him) who became a dear friend to my grandma and grandpa after the war had difficulty discussing in his books when it came to his actions personally. Bottom line- most grunts will never talk about it- except with fellow brothers. How could I ever truly understand if my grandad or dad told me? I couldn’t fathom. Now if I wouldn’t have had inner ear surgery and wouldn’t have been medically rejected for Desert Storm- they might’ve opened up to me. Thank you very much for your service and sacrifices sir. Our nation owes you more than you will ever see.
@@jasminemorales1710 exactly no matter what racket you run in the gang whether it's gas like Michael here or prostitution there will always be killing involved one form or another and if i remember correctly before you can become a fully pledged mobster besides the initiation ceremony is that you gotta "make your bones" which basically means killing someone on behalf of the family
Love this channel and love your testimony! I was a drug dealer and addict until God saved me! Now I'm a pastor and professional artist living instead of existing! God bless!
I am rewatching this and I always like Michael's response to a question which is basically "Hey Mr. Franzese, would you like to admit to some crimes that don't have a statute of limitations?"
I just joined this channel and subscribed like a few weeks ago. Id just want to say thanks for being positive and being honest. I at least appreciate the transparency and sincerity. Thanks for the stories!
My Grandpa Tony was in close contacts with some of Jimmy Hoffa's associates as a Truck Driver hauling building materials in Michigan through Teamsters and the Union. He passed 8 years ago, but told me a lot that he did when he was younger. I wish he was still here to tell me more stories..I love the content that you provide Mr. Franzese. Thank you
"I had to do what I had to do".....As far as I'm concerned, this is a better answer than yes or no....Those that can't draw their own conclusion? Don't worry about them, they're just trolling you. Most intelligent human beings understand why you can't be specific about this.....Love your channel....
At the very least he would be legally an accessory to murder even if he never personally killed anyone. I happen to think he was leaning more towards the "management" side of the Mafia so he didn't get his hands dirty directly.
@@millerman3129 A retired NY Special Prosecutor, I believe it was Ed McDonald, said in an interview, when asked about Michael, he said that Michael got made the same way that every other made guy did, sooo......
I can listen to mike tell his stories all day and night. My grandfather and great grandfather had ties or in the mob way before I was born. Being 40 now I miss stories my father told me as a kid about certain things or how loyal my great grandfather was. Wish I got to have met him back then and to think of hearing stories I could only imagine.
Dear Michael, I am writing with a request. I haven't heard you talk quite so much about the Colombo Wars ('71 and '91). Perhaps the 1991 blowup took place when you were incarcerated, but I would really like to hear your insight into not one, but two of the most violent mob wars in New York. They both took place in your former Family, involved your former Boss along with numerous cohorts, and were events that practically bookended your era in the mob. I'd like to know more about Joe Gallo, and about Junior Persico. Also about those involved in the '91 war- Vic Orena, Greg Scarpa, Wild Bill Cutolo, and perhaps others who took part in this war. Perhaps underlying factors that led into it, just whatever insights you can offer. I do feel like this can offer a powerful lesson in exactly how badly that life could spiral into a nightmare for those involved, and their families. More important than my request, I want to thank you. I've been following your story since you first started making the podcast rounds in the last few years. I try to watch every new upload on your channel when I can, and I really appreciate the take on history along with the powerful message that you bring behind these stories.
1 - If Michael did kill anyone , he wouldn’t tell you 2- if he does still have gas money , he wouldn’t tell you I mean why would he admit to it , nobody would , I know sure as hell I wouldn’t . If your smart enough I feel like you can read between the lines on what he is saying , especially with the murder question. The answer is pretty clear
If he's a good Christian man as he claims, shouldn't he admit to this then? He's clearly playing games but that seems to go against his claimed moral system. Also, if he has money stashed away it would be in foreign accounts and he would need some means to launder that money to evade detection.
@@BurningBridgesForever Technically not lying and trying to maximize your profits and stay out of jail is what a mob guy and business guy does, not a Christian. Strictly speaking a Christian shouldn't care about money, only Christ. And the Christian would fess up to all their crimes and be okay spending the rest of their life behind bars. What I'm saying is that he never stopped being a hustler, he's always trying to make cash and have a big house. He just changed his hustle.
@@harizotoh7 If he ever admitted to the question about murder a yes...then he would be subject to prosecution. There is no statute of limitations for murder.....so no pun intended here....but best to let sleeping dogs lie.
"His name was Peter" well that's the clue of all clues isn't it. Hahahaha. Reminds me of that line in GoodFellas where Karen and Henry are at their wedding and she's being introduced to all the family members from all the various hundreds of people there and she's like "Most of them were named Peter or Paul"
That's what I'm saying, forget about jimmy Hoffa. I want to know when michael stumbled upon the fountain of youth 😂 I'm only in my early 20s but if age aswell as this guy that would be great. Just an observation, I think stepping away from crime probably did a lot of good for his health. I've seen pictures of Michael from back in the day and he looks younger now. Fair play to him. I've taken something away that I can apply to my own life in just about all of his videos. Mad respect for him, he did what he did but he turned his life around
I've just recently just got into the history of the Mob and think your show is great in all ways. Respect for you and all you guys!! The only thing I can say is I'm looking forward to reading and watching a lot more of the history of the MOB. All the best from Sheffield England!!
@@shoaibzihad3073 thanks for ya question iv only got one book so far Wrote by Michael himself from amazon,just not got round toreading it at the moment mainly read thingsuponline and watched you tube, documantrties on them. Keep watching Michaels videos you can check things out from names what happened etc. or theirs sammy the bull he does a show
Witholding his not honest. Compartmentalizing, and comparing government, sanctioned war to street killing for profit. Hmmm...no. greed is not the same as a kid defending his country, for freedom, family and way of life is not the same as, stealing, drugs and raquetering, and murder.
There's no statute of limitations on murder and kidnapping, so I don't blame him for keeping quiet that. Legally he would at least be an accessory to murder simply in his role as Capo.
You're so right about veterans, Michael. My Dad was in an Army tank for 4 years in Europe during WWII. He never wanted to talk about it. May he rest in peace. 🙏🙏🙏 And for sure you are very blessed. I believe you are doing God's Divine Will, no question about it.👍👏🥰
Even to this day even after getting out of the life your still the top earner as far as i can see.great job at telling stories while still keeping people safe from incrimination love your show.Michael
I once knew Peter Dec**** too. Originally from NJ. he was an old man but the best and the Sharpest person I've met. He told me about this story too. I hope he's living his old life in peace and if he's gone from this world, I hope he RIP.
Hey Michael, how’s everything going? Thanks for sharing on your life again. Some people have no filter and no sense of things that are silly to ask. What matters to me is who someone is today not 5, 10 however many years ago. Seems your living a positive lifestyle and I hear you speak a lot of good positive words, inspiring words. Thanks for everything you do and thank you for having this channel I truly appreciate it. Thank you very much and take care and stay safe and healthy.
I feel like it's a history lesson, and basically it is. I'm so glad I happened on Michael by accident. God's forgiven and he's doing good work with his life. That's what counts!
what a great man you are michael. as a man of faith myself and walking away from (obviously not in the mob lol) a bad way of living it’s so inspirational to watch your videos, keep up the good work and never be ashamed of who you are!!
"Thats all I can tell you" is taking the 5th without taking the 5th. Why would anybody admit to killing someone when there is no statute of limitations on murder. Jesus the man wasn't born last night.
It's also good for his RUclips brand to keep that ambiguous -- even if he didn't kill anyone, he knows a lot of his fans are into the idea that maybe he did.
Anyone who follows the life knows well enough that you don't become a made man without a contract. Not one member, former or active has ever said or implied otherwise. It's part of the whole deal to become a made man. If you're a made man then there is certainly a hit under your belt.
My uncle did 2 tours in Vietnam. He was a helicopter pilot. He fought in Desert Storm and Desert Shield. Till the day he passed away, he never once mentioned Vietnam. We learned never to even ask him
No one especially combat vets wants to remember what they did in their past. Its something you would rather just forget. Its also very disrespectful to ask " did you ever kill anyone" and its none anyone else's business what you did.
If I were Michael's attorney, I'd strongly recommend that he share Italian recipes on social media. All the things he "knows for a fact", I'd believe him and want him to keep it under his hat. He is an outstanding speaker, and he probably is a great life coach. I want to see him stay free, he looks to have a great life now. He has amazing experiences, I'm glad he looks so fantastic and healthy. Obviously, an intelligent guy.
I've realised by reading stories like your's and others is that the only respect that matters is the respect that your friends and family have for you. It's everyone's fantasy to have the kind of the respect you did, to know that nobody would mess with you, walk into venues and get the best tables. The reality is that their respect doesn't really matter much because they don't respect you for who you are but for who they think you are.
I've been checking into your RUclips every so often just to listen. I'm in my late 20s &if I'm being honest, the best you advice you give is some of the ones I never received from my parents.
@@jerrysmooth24 The FBI theorizes after he was picked up at the Machus Red Fox he was taken to a reputed Mafia safe house a few miles away where he met his demise. The body was then taken to Central Sanitation (a mob owned sanitation company) and incinerated. The Central Sanitation business mysteriously burned down to the ground months later.
No it’s not disrespectful. This guys glorifies his old way of life by talking about it and profits off of it. So it’s justified when people want to know more.
Henry hill said he never did even though I never believed that. However the way micheal describes him maybe its possible cause he seemed to not be respected like that
I think it's a useless question rather than a stupid question. He took the oath once he proved himself "worthy", He had to do whatever they told him to do and then he became a capo of his mob family and he would tell his associates what to do. During all this, in 20+ yrs, do you think killing or ordering to kill someone has never been needed? C'mon we can use our imagination. And number 2, he's gonna simply answer "yes" and confess a crime that could send him back to jail or start a fresh new federal investigation? Because of that it's a useless question. Feds had what they wanted, they convicted him for something and they're happy with it, remember, they're no different than the mob.
@@MetalHead1701 I do't know, his dad was pretty high up and had influence and maybe didn't have to do anything that brutal to make his bones. I'm sure he probably had to walk some people into the room on occasion to get them there but, I doubt he pulled the trigger. So an accessory at the least. But he seems like he was always a Brain not a Brawn. He was in med school before joining the mob and his scam was making the mob maybe BILLIONS. Think they're gonna risk that by having bodies on him or ordering him to do hits any two bit, disposable low life could do?
@@bryanl1984 thats totally possible, he definitely made enough money to get put in...but I bet before hr brought in the millions they had him do something. Probably not after though, that would be bad business.
Robert Kennedy Jr. Has come out Stating the CIA killed* his uncle as well as his father and has pretty good documentation to back it up. He was recently on Tysons podcast and openly discussed alot of very interesting issues. (*Edit: had involvement )
He's a master of getting his point across without revealing anything incriminating. Gotta hand it to the guy, He's a real one.
And that’s why people criticize him but there are things HE CAN’T come out and say!
he just said that the killer is doing life and the body was underwater, rip
@@thelasttimeiateasswasabout9351 hahahaha that’s great love sn/you tube handle
It’s called “Double Speak”
I think Hoffa is under the Javits
One question that's never answered. Did Jimmy two times get the papers get the papers?
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Bahaha 😂
Little unknown fact, he did. Twice.
Well legend has it that he left the movie theater right after that scene. He might take this information to the grave with him.
Lol that 2as funny!!
I definitely find myself saying “people, let me tell you something” when I am addressing my co-workers about an issue.
Jesus Quintana agrees.
Forget about it.
LOL...when you have your sit downs?......LOL
Dont forget "look" before starting a sentence 😂
Daily sit downs to keep the ship running smooth
My dad was in WWII. I asked him once did he ever knowingly kill anyone in the war. His answer was “why would you want to know that?” He answered the question and I felt awful for asking it.
Would it change the way you think about him
Unfortunately your dad worked at auschwitz…
"Why would you want to know that?" - ngl, seems like the second or third question you ask people when they tell you they were in a war.
Is that you John Wayne? Is this ME?
@@duewhit310 who said that? Who the fuck said that?!? Who's the slimey fucker who just signed his own death warrant?!?!?!
Lol great fucking movie
When Michaels says: "let me tell you this" you can be sure that a great story is coming
“Listen People” - - truth is about to be spoken 😮
Yes, he tells nothing
You can take it to the bank
Michael: "let me tell you this"
me: *sit back & sips coffee*
Michael is like that uncle we all love to listen too
I wished I had an uncle like him we be a BOSS
Yes !!!
An Uncle of Us!
Well, maybe one of your uncles will turn into a lifelong criminal, then you can sit around the living room and listen to him with stars in your eyes...lol
This man is articulate, calculated, and extremely humble.. can see why he’s so well respected and successful. God bless Mr. Franzese.
100% A lot of guys in that life even though they are extremely savvy speak a certain way, portray a Goon type quality (not saying they are they just through out that aura) Michael speaks so well, he's sounds like a CEO with a ton of street knowledge as well as education
Brooklyn Battle Royals he’s honest too, these dudes talk about how they didn’t fear nobody, he doesn’t he is always 100% genuine
There are some accounts regarding Lucky Luciano saying how he was always respectful,polite and calm but that he was extremely capable of violence in a blink of an eye 👀
I truly love listening to this man...he is a prime example of “the good, the bad, and the ugly.”
The good The Bad and The Handsome
My dad was a Vietnam vet,I asked him once if he ever killed anyone,I seen his eyes water up and he said boy I'm only going to tell you this one time a man that brags about killing is a coward and has most likely never done it,but the man who's head bows down when asked and he doesn't say anything is carrying ghost
That’s deep and scary. I’m sorry about the stuff your dad had to see.
All wars are bankers wars ..
The same: my dad was in a special ops in WW2. He never talked about it.
I'd imagine it's one of the hardest thing to do
@@stephaniefoster1172 One of my grandpas was also in WWII. Being interested in history, I tried talking with him about his experiences once before he passed. He told me it was something he didn't want to talk about. Can't imagine what he'd been through...
Every time Michael says “But I will tell you this...” I adjust my sitting position 😂
Same😭
we know it’s real
Love this guy!
@@australium7374 right
@@hollywoodroux9154 right
His son is 42!? Bruh i thought michael was still in his 40s🤣🤣man ages well
Hair colouring goes a long way but a trim tone body is hard to fake
He's almost 70 years old. Looks better than most men in their early 50's.
I thought he was joking when he said that.
He was born May 27, 1951. He looks and sounds much younger
His mom Tina was incredibly hot back in her day.
Michael, I am a nam combat vet. My children have asked me to go to school on veterans day to address questions the students asked me. The first question asked by mostly boys was "dis you ever kill." My answer was always "I did what I had to do to stay alive".
Translation:
- Hoffa is at the bottom of the Atlantic.
- I still have millions in foreign bank accounts.
- I killed the shit out of people or I would have been dead myself. That's the life.
Great comment
lol great 👍 summary
Correct
At the very least he would be legally considered an accessory to murder even if he never shot anyone himself or told anyone to kill someone else.
@@harizotoh7 correct. He's just made himself an accessory after the fact.
About killing anybody, Michael has definitely answered that question- let's leave it alone. Thanks 👍 Michael your insight is fascinating we love this stuff in London
I agree but I would love to hear those tapes!!
@@vancouverviking4652 yes for sure-maybe we have to wait until somebody has passed?
We love it too..so much in fact that here in California, the Mexican Mafia aka La eMe, patterns itself after La Cosa Nostra, aka, The Italian Mafia families! Cheers bruva!
@@broseppicarnalizmo315 really thanks, I need to research that
Yeah I have a feeling he killed a couple times when it really had to be done. You can tell he isn't proud of it. Let me tell ya sometin' at the end of the day It's the life I signed up for.
They should really stop asking about if he’s murdered anyone. Murder is one of those things that they can reopen and recharge you for. I could imagine it gets annoying after awhile.
yeah its a stupid question even the fbi knows if youre made you killed at least 1 person its the only way to get made but they let these guys go with the murders for information because the victims are criminals anyway.
yeah that's really stupid and annoying , they should ask him who he killed and when , give him some strait up questions
@Ad Max agree , he did 10 years in prison and lost big count of money , now he should tell on RUclips where is the rest and give evidence to do 10 years more . Totally realistic
Well murder can only be ordered by the boss Michael himself told this in a video with BuzzFeed and that's why they got buttons they go for killing i know that made guys do pull the trigger but he is a smart guy and murder makes lots of noise
Feds can go upon with conspiracy charges but i bet u they can never prove it.
Something you should NEVER ask anyone, my nephew is a SEAL and my stepson is a 75th ranger, both with several tours, they have both been shot at, that ends it, they saved American lives, I'm proud of them!!!
Point is, anyone that's in the life or interested in the Mob knows what it's about and what is expected of you.
So stop asking the man if he ever killed anyone. It's Cosa Nostra, if he did, he's not gonna tell you.
And like he said, is it gonna make you like or respect him more?
If Mike ever killed anyone, so what, it was his life, his job and the oath he made. What's it got to do with anyone?
Exactly!! Well said.
I believe Michael did murder before and I firmly believe that he regrets it everyday of his life. I feel like he does this RUclips channel to atone for his sins, not to feel like some kind of bad ass. He already lived it up and had that life but sees that the price of a clean conscience is something you cannot put a dollar amount on. Michael did his time and I don't even care what happened as far as the specifics regarding "the life". I enjoy hearing him talk because he is one of the few that really has been given a second chance and only a jerkoff would come here to hear about the specifics of the things that likely haunt this man everyday of his life. God bless ya Michael.
Murder is a felony not everydays job
My sentiments exactly. What kind of question is that? Why do people want to know? Don't they realize if he DID admit to something like that they would throw him back in prison? Ridiculous. It's nobody's business!
They call it "making your bones" for a reason. So I'll answer for him. YES! Yes he has. He's indirectly telling you this. Killing a person isn't what it's cracked up to be. Just read between the lines and leave it alone.
I get real excited when he pulls out the “ but I will tell you this “ I’m like yessss information I neeeed
Michael, I love your channel and your history. Would love to know more about Italian food and just the food culture of New York during your time. Could you do an episode about what food or even restaurants did the wise guys visit a lot, what was your favorite food? Thank you so much
thats a great idea. Im Living in Whitestone Queens, a major Italian & Greek neighborhood.... I love Michael's channel!
Look up Rao's, very popular spot it's still around I believe.
Great idea!!
Иди делай обзоры бич пакетов. Что ты здесь забыл?
Great idea
The minute you were Saved- you truly got Made. People mock fellowship of Christian men. But there is nothing stronger than that fellowship.
🤜🤛💯🔥
I really find the concept "No one can ever touch a made guy" so cool and fascinating. 😍😍😍
My father was an Australian volunteer in Bomber Command flying missions over Germany.. When I was quite young I would ask him how many people he had killed, & he would always deflect the question.. When I was older I found out he still had nightmares of cities on fire & planes going down in flames.. My questions changed to get his stories of ladies he’d met at dances in the Savoy, & adventures he’d had with his buddies on leave.. It’s a matter of respect, & a little understanding...
Amen. My grandfather is gone now, and I was too young to really appreciate his experiences. Never asked him about his time in the war (New Zealand Army, served in Italy and Africa I believe). I'm actually glad I never talked to him about it. He served, was wounded in the neck by a German sniper. Came home, lived a good life, was a good husband, raised a good family. I'm going to go down the road of finding out his service history so I can appreciate him more, but I'm like you - glad I didn't stir up all the trauma by asking him.
100% on the mark mate. My old man did a combat tour in Vietnam, and my sisters and I knew from a very young age not to ask him if he killed anyone.
Even now, 50 years later, he still says “it’s just something I REALLY don’t want to think about. I’ve thought about it too much over the years, often not by choice......”
I have an older cousin who served in the marines in the early 2000s he’s told me some great stories part of me wanted to ask him if he ever had to pull the trigger and take a life..but it’s not my place to ask, some questions just shouldn’t be asked
@Big Smoke heh yeah, that’s a given.
@@jimmyrussel5606 I hope he was one of the lucky ones who did not get flashbacks.
Michael has a 42 yr old son....if he's got his dad's genes he probably looks 24 yrs old 😂😂😂
so what, i'm 58 and got a 32 year old son plus 2 grandchildren.
@@trinihammer Good for you Dale. I dont think they they meant anything by it, rather that he has good genes which I won't disagree with considering how old Sonny is, not to mention Michael looks pretty good for his age.
His dad lived to 103
Facts ....this man looks like he’s just in his 50’s now
He became pet food lol i heard that it's so gross everyone wants to believe his buried nar his gone
Michael Franzese: "Let me tell you..."
Me: 👀🍿
🤣
There's always that one hater at the party.
At this point in time
🤣🤣🤣😳
Fng easily led atomitons.
This guy is amazing. I can hear him talk about anything for any amount of time.
This guy has the coolest theme song, greatest opening song I’ve seen on youtube. Sets the climate for the content you’re about to see.
Agree,his intro is dope
Are you the creator of it? Lol bogging up yourself??
@@cityslicker6118 no. I have no musical talent whatsoever. 😂
@@Kenkosh3 lol that would've been awesome tho had u been the creator. Shit, I would've done something like that. Just joking, but also letting them know. Lol
If he was a pro wrestler I could totally see that becoming his theme song 😂
When Michael dodges a question but it makes him scarier. “What does it prove ?” Shows you don’t gotta push a tough act to be real
“They’ll never find his body...because it’s wet” is one of the most mobster things you’ve ever said lol
Jeffery Epstein okay Jeff
Jeffery Epstein why the toilet
Jeffery Epstein i would have drank it with Milk though
@manny bruhh yeah 1 of my favorite Franzese moments is when Patrick at Valuetainment was like 'how deep is this wet place?' and Mike is like 'very deep'. Haha so cold!
Yes I agree it’s loooooong gone deep down somewhere we can’t get
Michael I am from Kentucky I'm 25 dealing with depression right now and these videos have helped me and especially what you said at the end I reminded it multiple times. God bless you're family and you
He’s a man of faith and a sinner like all of us. He’s walked the walk and can back it up. A great
person to talk to about overcoming the bad! I’m glad I found his channel!
Me too. He's very handsome!
Michael is hands down the most down to earth person. You can tell he is well off, but he stays humble and he stays loyal. I love watching these videos. It offers a glimpse into a life that Hollywood has glorified and exaggerated.
It’s cause he follows Christ
Speaking on murder, I am a Gulf War Veteran. I don’t even like to talk about anything during that time, especially killing or murder!!
Keyboard Musician my dad was in Vietnam. My grandad was in Ww2 in heavy firefights in Italy and. a POW to boot (both have awesome stories. They wouldn’t even tell me- their oldest son and oldest grandson. I never really asked accept once when I did a biography on my grandad in high school right before he died. it was on how he masterminded an escape from the German pow camp and got back around to meet back up with the US army. When I asked he simply said “next question- I don’t want to answer that son until I meet St Peter. “. My dad never told me up until he died. Most vets- if they are asked- and they feel fairly sure that they had no confirmed/witnessed kills- they will say “I don’t know or even “nope”. Even my grandads CO (Felix Sparks- google him) who became a dear friend to my grandma and grandpa after the war had difficulty discussing in his books when it came to his actions personally. Bottom line- most grunts will never talk about it- except with fellow brothers. How could I ever truly understand if my grandad or dad told me? I couldn’t fathom. Now if I wouldn’t have had inner ear surgery and wouldn’t have been medically rejected for Desert Storm- they might’ve opened up to me. Thank you very much for your service and sacrifices sir. Our nation owes you more than you will ever see.
How many people you kill?
My favorite one is when they say, "I don't know. We were all shooting at the same time".
Thank you for your service sir, "Gulf war" first one, second one or both?
Your 💯 % correct! What does it do there than open old wounds
I know a lot of people say this, but your stories and insight are absolutely fascinating. Thank you for sharing.
Michael: uploads a video
My brain: well that’s an offer I can’t refuse.
Hahahaha fr
Owen Hexley Good read… very entertaining.
*Scratches chin*
"Have you ever killed anybody" he was in the mob for twenty plus years what do you think ?
@@jasminemorales1710 exactly no matter what racket you run in the gang whether it's gas like Michael here or prostitution there will always be killing involved one form or another and if i remember correctly before you can become a fully pledged mobster besides the initiation ceremony is that you gotta "make your bones" which basically means killing someone on behalf of the family
Love this channel and love your testimony! I was a drug dealer and addict until God saved me! Now I'm a pastor and professional artist living instead of existing! God bless!
“I was a made guy, you figure it out.” Such a boss thing to say without saying much.
I am rewatching this and I always like Michael's response to a question which is basically "Hey Mr. Franzese, would you like to admit to some crimes that don't have a statute of limitations?"
When Michael says “let me be clear” you know it’s about to go Down.....
I love how matter of fact these stories are. "Yeah, I know the guy that killed Hoffa. Real good guy, I liked him a lot."
Hahahahahhaa exactly hahahhaha
Qzz so
Lmao
I bet it was Tony
@@tonybadaboni
“They’re all named Tony”
I feel like when Michael walk down the street, his video intro beat plays.
I just joined this channel and subscribed like a few weeks ago. Id just want to say thanks for being positive and being honest. I at least appreciate the transparency and sincerity. Thanks for the stories!
He's talking so much, but he knows exactly when to shut his mouth.
A real tough guy and friend. No matter, what he did or not.
He also edits the video
Yes it makes sense, I'm sure his lawyer goes threw his clips before putting them out to public, These type of gangsters r well educated for the life!
@@vtwinpower1903 well $$ we would pay
My Grandpa Tony was in close contacts with some of Jimmy Hoffa's associates as a Truck Driver hauling building materials in Michigan through Teamsters and the Union. He passed 8 years ago, but told me a lot that he did when he was younger. I wish he was still here to tell me more stories..I love the content that you provide Mr. Franzese. Thank you
"I had to do what I had to do".....As far as I'm concerned, this is a better answer than yes or no....Those that can't draw their own conclusion? Don't worry about them, they're just trolling you. Most intelligent human beings understand why you can't be specific about this.....Love your channel....
Right like do y’all actually expect him to say it outright😂😂?
Exactly I bet that shit gets annoying for him
At the very least he would be legally an accessory to murder even if he never personally killed anyone. I happen to think he was leaning more towards the "management" side of the Mafia so he didn't get his hands dirty directly.
And in order to get made you have to kill someone so the awnser is probably yes
@@millerman3129 A retired NY Special Prosecutor, I believe it was Ed McDonald, said in an interview, when asked about Michael, he said that Michael got made the same way that every other made guy did, sooo......
I can listen to mike tell his stories all day and night.
My grandfather and great grandfather had ties or in the mob way before I was born. Being 40 now I miss stories my father told me as a kid about certain things or how loyal my great grandfather was. Wish I got to have met him back then and to think of hearing stories I could only imagine.
Dear Michael, I am writing with a request.
I haven't heard you talk quite so much about the Colombo Wars ('71 and '91). Perhaps the 1991 blowup took place when you were incarcerated, but I would really like to hear your insight into not one, but two of the most violent mob wars in New York. They both took place in your former Family, involved your former Boss along with numerous cohorts, and were events that practically bookended your era in the mob.
I'd like to know more about Joe Gallo, and about Junior Persico. Also about those involved in the '91 war- Vic Orena, Greg Scarpa, Wild Bill Cutolo, and perhaps others who took part in this war. Perhaps underlying factors that led into it, just whatever insights you can offer. I do feel like this can offer a powerful lesson in exactly how badly that life could spiral into a nightmare for those involved, and their families.
More important than my request, I want to thank you. I've been following your story since you first started making the podcast rounds in the last few years. I try to watch every new upload on your channel when I can, and I really appreciate the take on history along with the powerful message that you bring behind these stories.
I survived the Colombo wars by the skin of my nuts.
When a made man, speak about faith. It means so much. Thank You Brother Franzese. More blessings to you and your family.
1 - If Michael did kill anyone , he wouldn’t tell you
2- if he does still have gas money , he wouldn’t tell you
I mean why would he admit to it , nobody would , I know sure as hell I wouldn’t .
If your smart enough I feel like you can read between the lines on what he is saying , especially with the murder question. The answer is pretty clear
Your Right on the Money .. All Italian and Mexican Mafias are Blood in Blood out ,something you Drop out is a different story..
Bingo
If he's a good Christian man as he claims, shouldn't he admit to this then? He's clearly playing games but that seems to go against his claimed moral system. Also, if he has money stashed away it would be in foreign accounts and he would need some means to launder that money to evade detection.
@@BurningBridgesForever Technically not lying and trying to maximize your profits and stay out of jail is what a mob guy and business guy does, not a Christian. Strictly speaking a Christian shouldn't care about money, only Christ. And the Christian would fess up to all their crimes and be okay spending the rest of their life behind bars. What I'm saying is that he never stopped being a hustler, he's always trying to make cash and have a big house. He just changed his hustle.
@@harizotoh7
If he ever admitted to the question about murder a yes...then he would be subject to prosecution. There is no statute of limitations for murder.....so no pun intended here....but best to let sleeping dogs lie.
Michael F. What a man! Highest RESPECT to you Sir!
"His name was Peter" well that's the clue of all clues isn't it. Hahahaha. Reminds me of that line in GoodFellas where Karen and Henry are at their wedding and she's being introduced to all the family members from all the various hundreds of people there and she's like "Most of them were named Peter or Paul"
And Marie.
And Tony
Robbing Peter to pay Paul
@@Fuq2 for tony
Anthony
Honestly thought he was going to say his son is 25. Michael looks like he’s in his late 40s early fifties.
That's what I'm saying, forget about jimmy Hoffa. I want to know when michael stumbled upon the fountain of youth 😂 I'm only in my early 20s but if age aswell as this guy that would be great.
Just an observation, I think stepping away from crime probably did a lot of good for his health. I've seen pictures of Michael from back in the day and he looks younger now. Fair play to him. I've taken something away that I can apply to my own life in just about all of his videos. Mad respect for him, he did what he did but he turned his life around
That's what proper plastic surgery looks like. The dude looks prettier now than he did thirty years ago.
Jail forces you to have a strict routine, which probably helped alot with retaining youth.
Late sixties.
A full head of black hair helps a lot. In Mike's case pretty sure he's wearing a piece and definitely dyes it.
My friend asked me if this new video was any good. I told him - forgettaboutit...if he knows he knows
I've just recently just got into the history of the Mob and think your show is great in all ways. Respect for you and all you guys!! The only thing I can say is I'm looking forward to reading and watching a lot more of the history of the MOB. All the best from Sheffield England!!
Hi, Philip, I am very interested knowing mob history. Would u like to mention which books do u read to know about them, please?
@@shoaibzihad3073 thanks for ya question iv only got one book so far Wrote by Michael himself from amazon,just not got round toreading it at the moment mainly read thingsuponline and watched you tube, documantrties on them. Keep watching Michaels videos you can check things out from names what happened etc. or theirs sammy the bull he does a show
@@philipbrailsford3764 Thank u so much for the information. I appreciate it.
Michael, thank you for what you do. It's great to hear an honorable, honest man tell these great stories. Truly glad you're a saved man now.
Witholding his not honest. Compartmentalizing, and comparing government, sanctioned war to street killing for profit. Hmmm...no. greed is not the same as a kid defending his country, for freedom, family and way of life is not the same as, stealing, drugs and raquetering, and murder.
Honorable my ass. The rope snapped.
"From the FBI to credible sources..." The irony in that statement isn't lost on me.
Micheal is like a friend ~ like a real friend... even for his viewers! I think that is why he has always made it through
YOU ROCK!!! THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING YOUR DOING FOR OUR YOUTH. MAY GOD BLESS YOU 🤗
Let's recap: Hoffa - fish food. Buried money - lost most of it, probably. Killed dudes - yes, but let's drop it. Feared guys - boss only.
There's no statute of limitations on murder and kidnapping, so I don't blame him for keeping quiet that. Legally he would at least be an accessory to murder simply in his role as Capo.
Lol, i just watched a video with Gene Borrello and John Alite, saying Franzese was a nobody. Only got made because of his father 🤣
@@harizotoh7 I think in a previous episode he said that when he went to prison it was for anything he had done up to that point, except murder.
@@farzana6676 those guys are bums and jealous of Mike's $
Mr. Franzese is being open and honest. I respect that. Come on dude, do you really have to do this chopping down crap?
You're so right about veterans, Michael. My Dad was in an Army tank for 4 years in Europe during WWII. He never wanted to talk about it. May he rest in peace. 🙏🙏🙏 And for sure you are very blessed. I believe you are doing God's Divine Will, no question about it.👍👏🥰
The charisma of this guy....helped me through many a sleepless night ....just love listening to him
Even to this day even after getting out of the life your still the top earner as far as i can see.great job at telling stories while still keeping people safe from incrimination love your show.Michael
your advice and your life lessons are much appreciated Michael! I enjoy hearing your stories that lead up to how you got to where you are today.
"when you are a made guy, nobody is going to hurt you"
Paul Castellano: "thats funny michael"😆😆😆😆
That's what he wants people to think... Lmao
Gotti broke the rules
Hahah 😅
@@Darkest_Soul_187 and Gotti got hurt himself once he was in prison.
and only boss give pass to hit
I absolutely love this content and to hear from an honest commentator who knows what he is talking about. Love love love it
I once knew Peter Dec**** too. Originally from NJ. he was an old man but the best and the Sharpest person I've met. He told me about this story too. I hope he's living his old life in peace and if he's gone from this world, I hope he RIP.
I really respect this guy. He believes in the creator and you can tell he's created new life for himself. Much love for him. We need each other.
😆 the creator
Hey Michael, how’s everything going? Thanks for sharing on your life again. Some people have no filter and no sense of things that are silly to ask. What matters to me is who someone is today not 5, 10 however many years ago. Seems your living a positive lifestyle and I hear you speak a lot of good positive words, inspiring words. Thanks for everything you do and thank you for having this channel I truly appreciate it. Thank you very much and take care and stay safe and healthy.
Man you have the mental balance of my martial arts instructor I really appreciate it. Life lessons and a sense of humor and at this time, thank you!
Thank you Michael for your honesty and words of encouragement. God bless you Sir.
Hey Michael, Happy birthday to your son! I hope you, him & your family had a great time! Love your channel, great viewing!
Your stories are fascinating, and your positivity even more so 😊 Now please excuse me while I binge-watch your videos haha
I feel like it's a history lesson, and basically it is. I'm so glad I happened on Michael by accident. God's forgiven and he's doing good work with his life. That's what counts!
Appreciate your candor, Michael... glad to have found your YT page and always look forward to what's queued up next. A breath of fresh air.
Praise God brother. I appreciate your testimony. God bless you and your family.
"Did you ever kill anybody?"
Michael: *DUUUH*
ikr
Accurate 🤣🤣🤣he knows that he has done it
Michael. Your honesty and candor is straight up legit. Thank you, brother.
Inspirational as ever Michael. The content gets better and better, as do the messages behind the stories. Keep it up. Love from the UK.
These questions were handled with true finesse. That's admirable.
Michael says "it's wet". My first thought, "Time to get a boat and some diving gear."
Or you know, cremate a body and flush the remains.
Praise the Lord for what He has done in your life. Keep your eyes on the Lord!♥️✝️
what a great man you are michael. as a man of faith myself and walking away from (obviously not in the mob lol) a bad way of living it’s so inspirational to watch your videos, keep up the good work and never be ashamed of who you are!!
God Bless you Mr. FRANZESE
"Thats all I can tell you" is taking the 5th without taking the 5th. Why would anybody admit to killing someone when there is no statute of limitations on murder. Jesus the man wasn't born last night.
It's also good for his RUclips brand to keep that ambiguous -- even if he didn't kill anyone, he knows a lot of his fans are into the idea that maybe he did.
Anyone who follows the life knows well enough that you don't become a made man without a contract. Not one member, former or active has ever said or implied otherwise. It's part of the whole deal to become a made man. If you're a made man then there is certainly a hit under your belt.
"Where's the money Karen??? That was all the money we had!" 7&7!
The loudest one is always the weakest,…this is why I respect Michael, no bluster or ego, just real talk.
Great message Michael. You can overcome your struggles. And God is always the answer. Hallelujah to the Lamb of God ✝️✝️✝️
My uncle did 2 tours in Vietnam. He was a helicopter pilot. He fought in Desert Storm and Desert Shield. Till the day he passed away, he never once mentioned Vietnam. We learned never to even ask him
No one especially combat vets wants to remember what they did in their past. Its something you would rather just forget. Its also very disrespectful to ask " did you ever kill anyone" and its none anyone else's business what you did.
0:56 That's a great idea. Make a video of your favorite Italian recipes, that would be interesting.
Thank you for your openness.
God bless you.
My wife asks me that question all the time "Where is your money buried".
funny......
“Brave for you to assume that I have money”
If I were Michael's attorney, I'd strongly recommend that he share Italian recipes on social media. All the things he "knows for a fact", I'd believe him and want him to keep it under his hat.
He is an outstanding speaker, and he probably is a great life coach. I want to see him stay free, he looks to have a great life now.
He has amazing experiences, I'm glad he looks so fantastic and healthy. Obviously, an intelligent guy.
I've realised by reading stories like your's and others is that the only respect that matters is the respect that your friends and family have for you.
It's everyone's fantasy to have the kind of the respect you did, to know that nobody would mess with you, walk into venues and get the best tables.
The reality is that their respect doesn't really matter much because they don't respect you for who you are but for who they think you are.
I've been checking into your RUclips every so often just to listen. I'm in my late 20s &if I'm being honest, the best you advice you give is some of the ones I never received from my parents.
God bless you Michael!🙏🏼
As they say in the godfather . Sounds like Hoffa is sleeping with the fish's . God bless you Michael and your family
hes probably in lake michigan
@@jerrysmooth24 The FBI theorizes after he was picked up at the Machus Red Fox he was taken to a reputed Mafia safe house a few miles away where he met his demise. The body was then taken to Central Sanitation (a mob owned sanitation company) and incinerated. The Central Sanitation business mysteriously burned down to the ground months later.
Lying knob head
@@fiveofever2971 the incinerator got incinerated 😁😁
@@nadirrabah6756 LOL. By golly you’re right!
Nobody should ask that question. I'm dumbfounded when people ask vets that.
Your comment left me perplexed and it was only hours later while washing the dishes that I figured out you weren't talking about veterinarians
@@AClassOldie nah mate, war veterans
No it’s not disrespectful. This guys glorifies his old way of life by talking about it and profits off of it. So it’s justified when people want to know more.
@Daniel Johnson ha!
@@smzig good point, but with this guy if he did I'm sure whoever it was, was probably some other mobster living that life.
I just found your channel. I really like how much you talk about your faith! Keep it up, brother!
12:55 Amen! Man I love this channel
"Have you ever killed anybody" he was in the mob for twenty plus years what do you think ?
Sammy Da Bull had 20 bodies and that just the ones we know about. Your delusional if you think this man hasn't killed no one.
Henry hill said he never did even though I never believed that. However the way micheal describes him maybe its possible cause he seemed to not be respected like that
I think it's a useless question rather than a stupid question. He took the oath once he proved himself "worthy", He had to do whatever they told him to do and then he became a capo of his mob family and he would tell his associates what to do. During all this, in 20+ yrs, do you think killing or ordering to kill someone has never been needed? C'mon we can use our imagination. And number 2, he's gonna simply answer "yes" and confess a crime that could send him back to jail or start a fresh new federal investigation? Because of that it's a useless question. Feds had what they wanted, they convicted him for something and they're happy with it, remember, they're no different than the mob.
@@MetalHead1701 I do't know, his dad was pretty high up and had influence and maybe didn't have to do anything that brutal to make his bones. I'm sure he probably had to walk some people into the room on occasion to get them there but, I doubt he pulled the trigger. So an accessory at the least. But he seems like he was always a Brain not a Brawn. He was in med school before joining the mob and his scam was making the mob maybe BILLIONS. Think they're gonna risk that by having bodies on him or ordering him to do hits any two bit, disposable low life could do?
@@bryanl1984 thats totally possible, he definitely made enough money to get put in...but I bet before hr brought in the millions they had him do something. Probably not after though, that would be bad business.
Michael, you forgot one of the most common questions!
Who killed JFK?!?!
George HW Bush with the order from LBJ
Michael was a kid when Momo Giancanna had that done.
Robert Kennedy Jr. Has come out Stating the CIA killed* his uncle as well as his father and has pretty good documentation to back it up. He was recently on Tysons podcast and openly discussed alot of very interesting issues. (*Edit: had involvement )
Aliens!
It's in the banned documentary "from jfk to 911 everything is a rich man's trick" if you are interested in the actual killer
God bless you. I appreciate your honesty .