Saying "NO" to the Mafia | Sit Down with Michael Franzese and Chazz Palminteri
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Today, Michael is joined by Chazz Palminteri, who is a good friend and the star of the upcoming film The Bronx Tale! Chazz and Michael have a conversation about the entertainment industry, the mafia lifestyle, and my "defining moment".
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These two men truly like and care about each other, their chemistry is contagious. Nice work gentlemen, love watching the two of you together... God Bless!
@@michaelfranzese I grew up in Utica NY and remember all the stories as a kid. with all your resources and connections I would love to see you do a show about the city and its history with the mafia
@@savirizzo5873 Dike Road
@@michaelfranzese Sorry If I touch a subject that you don't wan't to speak about. But Are you 100% sure that your father was innocent. Are you really sure?! Cos' I Know justice system is fucked up..
If they framed your pops , Shame on them. Crooked Cops Are biggest gang out there.
Sltm
Chazz speaking about when he got fired and saying "I'm not going down" is what i needed to hear today. I was just fired a week ago and I've been feeling so defeated. But like Chazz said I'm not going down, and I'm going back to playing music
@@michaelfranzese thank you sir. I will move forward and keep soldiering though
Hang in there, blue bird! Better days ahead 👍
@@scottbaines4747 Thank you for the support Scott 🙏 i really been taking solace in the community here from Michael's channel. Everyone seems to have been through difficulties, conquered it and is so supportive. Thank you, sincerely
You know what my friend, consider this the best thing to ever happen to you. In 2018 I had been working a cushy government job. I was making decent money. Great pension, benefits etc. Dinners and drinks covered. I thought this was the job I was going to retire in. One day before my shift started my director asked me to come see him, very causally like he asked me to do hundreds of times I went into his office and there was an HR rep my boss’ boss and security. I was fired and walked out of the building.
At the time I thought my life was over and I felt lower than low. Worthless. Then after some self reflections I realized. I had become overweight, complacent, and entitled.
I started using my newfound free time to exercise, go back to school, eat right and to be grateful every day. Honestly my friend best thing that ever happened. I now have a career and I’m making almost double what I was making. I made some great investment decisions, prepping for law school and planning on retiring at 45. I’m 36 now.
If I were still in that job I would still be fat, complacent and on schedule to retire at 65+
As my dad would always say, eat steak when you have teeth in your mouth and travel while your legs still work.
Meaning don’t wait until “later” or retirement to enjoy your life when you’re older.
Best of luck! Trust me this is the best thing to happen to you. It’s hard at first I won’t lie but in 4 years time you’ll come back to this thread and say best thing the happened to me 🙏💯
Everything happens for a reason. I was quickly spiraling out of control in my alcoholism when I got fired last and got into a DWI, i bought a telephone pole the hard way and lost my license. Been sober for 12 years now and have only improved with time. I don't recommend taking my path to find where you are ment to be but i do hope your journey takes you to good places.
I remember that Chazz turned down the role of Sunny Black in Donnie Brasco, I loved A Bronx Tale he did really good in it, Chazz is a great person
@@michaelfranzese he’s a Goodfella
Michael Madsen still did a great job in the role. Although it would've been fun to see Chazz act alongside Al Pacino, Johnny Depp and Bruno Kirby.
Well it edit; would have been a tremendous miscast, Sonny Black I believe was about the same age as Donnie Brasco I think you're mistaken with Sonny Red maybe
@marco guerra thank you
Chazz would've been much better as Sonny Black. The real Sonny Black had more charm. Michael Madsen played him like a thug brute.
This is a fantastic sit down. The last 15 minutes was the crescendo with regards to positive vs negative forces. As a recent subscriber, this channel is a jackpot. Well done.
@@michaelfranzese I admire you!
Regarding the Naples story, it sounded to me like Chazz's ego got a bit dented by not getting the celebrity benefits he's used to, which on this occasion would've involved kitchen staff working during their siesta. He then told lies about the establishment on social media. Doesn't sound very positive to me.
Italian men are hot even if their not Good looking I've worked for a lot of Italians in providence rode Island and Warwick Rhode island all gorgeous 🥰 looking
@@davidfoster7149 I am a fan of these gentlemen, but saying the pizza sucked and the place was dirty did go somewhat overboard. He could have voiced his displeasure over the actual events surrounding that evening. That said, we're going to watch Bullets Over Broadway because Chazz put us in the mood, lol.
One more thing...and this has nothing do do with the topic. OK, I understand some workings of "the mob", one being "they leave the average Joe alone". I know they would have issues with each other, sometimes leading to death, and that the average person had nothing to fear. In fact they sometimes benefited. My question is, isn't a business owner an 'average Joe'? In the film 29th Street, I believe, they charged "protection fees" to a bakery owner. Wasn't this S.O.P for the Cosa Nostra, and wasn't this an example of harassing the average guy?
the chemistry between you and chazz is epic
Absolutely TRUE!!
#Ghostin
Yes they seem like blood brothers who have respect not one-uppance.
Probably because they’re both italian Americans from the same era and both from new york
Skinny Joey says Chazz is a wannabe gangster
Michael encouraged me to follow through with my drug recovery. He's a real human being!
Fantastic good for you.
@@lukeharding3918 thanks Luke!!!
Keep going bro. I rooting for you Dan
@@Bennahr_Fett hey i appreciate the support brother seriously means a lot especially coming from someone i don't know ! Thank you so much
Keep it up man. Couldn't be happier for you.
Could listen to these 2 talk for hours - they honestly have a special gift at communicating
What an uplifting conversation. Makes me want to see A Bronx Tale again now that I know it was based on Chazz' s life.
Such a great movie right? Now we need movie about Michael's life.🙌
Hi James 👋 I hope my comment didn't sound as a form of privacy invasion your comment tells of a wonderful man with a beautiful heart which led me to comment I don't normally write in the comment section but I think you deserve this complement. If you don’t mind can we be friends? Thanks God bless you….🌹🌹
Thanks for the thoughtful comment.
@@jamescherney5874 You’re welcome, you can text me with the address on my profile picture God bless you
@@jamescherney5874 it’s a scammer don’t fall for it
That was the most honest and enlighting conversation I have ever listened to online. Very uplifting and has set a new standard. Truly wonderful to have witnessed it. Thank you gentlemen. Bravo 👏 👏 👏
I agree 100% !!!
And to think Michael was a criminal. Ive watched hundreds of his interviews on many platforms including his own and hes a genius. Listening to him has given me alot of motivation in my life. Coming up in the time he did he had to do what he could. I commend him for where he is now considering where he came from
Chazz Palminteri RULES!!! Now yous can't leave! Best mob actor ever.
I absolutely love that inspiring quote by Chaz during the last few minutes of this podcast. “85% of life is just showing up” it’s so true. Job, sports, family functions, church, friends ect. To get out of a funk or “depression” to get better mentally honestly just show up/pick yourself up and force yourself too. Best one yet Michael honestly keep putting it out I’ll keep watching!
Depression is a medical condition caused by a lack of serotonin in the brain. What you’re talking about is sadness which just needs a change of state to start feeling better.
Chazz is one of the most underrated ‘greats’ of the film industry.
It’s always refreshing watching you two talk. Good chemistry.
50:20 the way Michael articulate how the story went, It was so vivid I could imagine the intense scenari, thank God Michael is still with us 🙏
Michael hit us with the “ your best friend walks you into a room, you don’t walk out again “ 🔥🔥🔥
It's a known fact by now.
Its a really sad statement
That's a world without real emotional trust. Pretty intense. At least in insurgent cells you are both committed to a cause. In the mafia it's about nothing but 'family' in the financial and power sense.
I was like 🤯
For the thousandth time
The chemistry that both of you possess with each other is amazing. I'm hoping for many more sit downs with you two together
Hi Jayden 👋 I hope my comment didn't sound as a form of privacy invasion your comment tells of a wonderful man with a beautiful heart which led me to comment I don't normally write in the comment section but I think you deserve this complement. If you don’t mind can we be friends? Thanks God bless you….🌹🌹
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I love these kind of sit downs, they make a hour plus long video seem like 20 minutes.
I know, I started watching the damn thing while doing chores and I pretty much went throughout the whole convo!
@@shelbyspeaks3287 just did the same lol
@@shelbyspeaks3287 Watched while doing the dishes and cleaning the bathroom (it's my day lol) felt like I was done in 10 minutes
I cooked dinner while listening. I love Chazz! I love his Utube channel on his old school segments!
I listen to Michael More now then I watch and Listen to My Sports Shows I'm A Sports Fanatic so That's Sayings Alot
"Now yous cant get out." I love that quote.
Micheal and Chazz two top people!! Thanks for this amazing video!! Can’t wait to check it out!!
Fantasic, I love the Bronx Tale watched multiple times. Chazz is a legend. The line of (paraphrased) of "It cost you $20 to find out what kind of person that was, was cheap" stuck with me.
i could of saved a lot of headaches if all it cost me was $20 to find out who someone really was. i’ll have to check out this movie. excellent quote.
@@jendee1260amen!!
21:36 “It’s not only about story telling, people need to hear good things.” Hits the nail on the head with both podcasts.
Are you good at story telling lol???
@@stephenmcguire1935 hey kid behave or you will be 'sleeping with the fishes' capiche?
@@uknasa007 from the guy wif wwe llf clown... go to bed son...
@@stephenmcguire1935 oh we got butt hurt did we kiddo
@@uknasa007 no hurt here we son. Go play wif the buses kid...
Insightful, compassionate, articulate and profound men. Wow. My dad was also a New Yorker, Italian-American, grew up in Queens (mom, a Boston area Italian-American).
The expressions, nuances of character and wisdom that these men represent are nearly a carbon copy of my father (and uncles).
As did Chazz, my dad avoided the temptation of the mob life too. RIP dad. Semper Paratus.
1931-1981.
You two are one of the best duo I’ve ever seen. Keep up the great work Micheal 👍
@@michaelfranzese did you ever meet Joe banano? His autobiography called "man of honour" is well worth a read.
Why not do a piece on Whitey Buglar?, or Frank Nitti, or Myer Lansky??
Two smart and switched on guys with a ton of life experience, really learn a lot from listening to these sit downs. Appreciate it!
Another great sit down with Michael. Thank you for the incredible content.
Not just Italians. Haters in all cultures. Gotta be happy for those who achieve their dreams. They help us realize it can be done. Great job guys. Big fan.
Absolutely one of the best sit downs I've ever seen, honest, blunt and candid . Chaz was so good and Michael picks the best .
I met Chazz, I got his autograph, and took a picture with him.
He was a very nice, down-to-earth guy.
For more than one reason, I've always been fascinated by this life . And the fact, that I can listen to all these stories, conversations even few thousand miles away from, is amazing. However, to experience such a sit down at least once in a lifetime, would be a great honor. Hopefully one day. Salute to both of you and Buona fortuna in the future.
it’s awesome! ❤
just a few mins in and you can see & feel the love and respect these men have for eachother. THIS is gangster.
they walk the walk.
also watching Michael is helping me get back right with God. it’s wild the things that can speak to your 💜 & spirituality.
thank you.
God bless you both!
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Wonderful sit-down Michael. Makes me forget all the crap going down in Washington.
Hey Mike plain and simple class A sit down! A good kick in the ass for everyone to find happiness!!!! 😁
When guys are honest and mostly humble, the conversation is just great. A pleasure.
Chazz is one of my favorite actors. He just nails every part
Great sit down, with one of my fave actors!! Especially in Bronx Tale!!!
Another great one! Thank you both and all involved in the background. Much appreciated. Top notch.
Omg, ive been rewatching your first sit down with Chazz over and over again because i really enjoyed you two interacting with eachother. And here we go with more content from the two of you, now I can watch something different again lol.
Love your sit down gentlemen. I pray to have friends like you two. The level of respect, support, and just genuine care is unmatched.
I keep watching Michael's videos over and over again and never get bored. I've never met him but I feel so much respect towards him, it's unbelievable. I feel mix of emotions every time. The stories are great, the way he speaks places you straight in the story like you lived that with him. Amazing person
Respect to both of you for remembering to teach a lesson. Thanks fellas.. especially for the positive words of wisdom. ❤💯
Gratitude.
What a great Sit Down. I had this playing in the background while reorganizing my bedroom, but heard every word and loved it.
My wife is 54 and she is in the hospital...I just got fired from my job...I have outstanding bills(car payment),etc that need to be paid yesterday and I just left the hospital and am listening to these guys just sit n talk and it's so natural and easygoing..I could listen to Michael and Chaz for hours on end...
Thank you gentlemen for the diversion, was greatly appreciated..
I’m sorry to hear about your difficulties, hope everything turn well soon.
Has everything turned out alright? I hope so.
Mr. Franzese this is one of the best sit down interviews to date. Mr. Palminteri is a tremendous actor and the conversation was perfectly set up.
I could listen to these 2 talk forever
Loved this sit down. I could listen to you and Chaz everyday on a show. Chaz is such a great conversationalist. You had said there were classes of guys, some were just like thugs.
Right away I thought of a conversation I heard with Henry Hill RIP, where Henry said some of the guys scared him but he felt comfortable with them, BUT Tommy DeSimone terrified him. Henry said Tommy was bat crazy and he avoided him when Tommy was mad.
Its not a sit down its a stand up.
Hi LEO 👋 I hope my comment didn't sound as a form of privacy invasion your comment tells of a wonderful man with a beautiful heart which led me to comment I don't normally write in the comment section but I think you deserve this complement. If you don’t mind can we be friends? Thanks God bless you….🌹🌹
This is the kind of talks and message that needs to convey to the current and up coming generation. This conversation capture so much positive energy. I am pretty sure some of us the audience can relate to their histories somehow. For those who had battle and overcome diversities, road blocks and other challenges and we are still standing with our heads-up and smile… bravo keep going. Hopefully, one day I will get the opportunity to shake their hands if not, my respect and admiration will always be there.
Bertolt Brecht Quote:
“There are men who struggle for a day and they are good. There are men who struggle for a year and they are better. There are men who struggle many years, and they are better still. But there are those who struggle all their lives: These are the indispensable ones”
Thank you for bringing Chazz back Michael! You guys are exceptional men! Salute paesani! 🍷🇮🇹
@@michaelfranzese, I already did Michael. Chazz is brilliant!
Michael I swear you have some of the most hair raising stories imaginable I had to come here just to comment after hearing about you talk about this stuff especially about your dad I have never in my life been more effected by someone's words then you thank you for all yhat you do man it really is something special.
A Bronx Tale is 🔥
I'm from South Africa. I feel like I've grown up with Chazz watching his movies. Good lord the man was a force. Thanx Chazz. And Mike, you, nothing but respect. Thanx for your honesty and the man you became.
New to your channel Michael, Actually found you on (SWU) and came here. I really enjoyed your interview with Chazz. You guys are a great combination and shared a lot of insight and inspiration!! Thank you!!
I've been following Mr. Chaz for às long as I can remember, My Mob movie friends didn't know who he was, I was actually proud to tell em "this guys great" and we've been following him ever since, he brought his play to Baltimore a few years ago, I purchased 8 tickets for me & my "Mobster friends, we had a great time!! We met him & took a few pics, me & my crew loved it!!
I thoroughly enjoyed this presentation. You both are inspiring and a joy to learn from! :)
As a young man in today’s society and someone who cares a lot about history Michael really does a great job telling the truth and at the same time not glorifying the Mafia. Great job Michael and thank you for being so inspirational!
Idk how he had so much patience and held his head high during the sitdown with Sammy. Sammy threatened him at the end of the video, I'm like, Sammy, you're not physically fit enough to take someone down anymore lmao Mike is in way better shape
What a pair! You two are gold together! I love Chazz's podcast! 👍 God bless Michael
I love when these two sit down with each other. They speak nothing but facts, give great advice, and try to uplift people.
Great conversation between two great guys, a podcast would be a big hit!
Chazz's positive attitude and outlook on life is inspiring. Same with michael too. Makes me appreciate things alot more when i hear the two of them speak together.
Good sit down as always. I haven't seen anything on this channel that isn't good. Some of these are Gold !!! Pleasure watching. I wish you and this channel the best. I like the ending on this one. Positive and negative forces. I can personally feel, exactly the way Chazz explains it. God Bless 🙏. Stay strong Mike.
Hi John 👋 I hope my comment didn't sound as a form of privacy invasion your comment tells of a wonderful man with a beautiful heart which led me to comment I don't normally write in the comment section but I think you deserve this complement. If you don’t mind can we be friends? Thanks God bless you….🌹🌹
Michael, This sit down with Chazz was so wonderful!! So sad a lot of people won't see it!! I will tell a lot of people to watch this great Sit Down!! If it changes one person life for the good!! I can be happy!! The world today is so crazy, we need more people like You and Chazz to make people see the light!! The world would be a better place to live!!! I thank You and Chazz from the bottom of my Heart!!! Take care and God Bless You for all do!!!!❤❤
Love the sit-downs with you and Chazz this one was even better than the last one....but wow he sure had alot of things "he always wanted to ask you" lol but this one was a good one I love these hour videos! Luv the content Michael
Hi Tony 👋 I hope my comment didn't sound as a form of privacy invasion your comment tells of a wonderful man with a beautiful heart which led me to comment I don't normally write in the comment section but I think you deserve this complement. If you don’t mind can we be friends? Thanks God bless you….🌹🌹
Thank You & God Bless
Love the effort on these videos! Sending love from newark!!
These two guys together is GOLD.
What’s up Michael thank you for sharing your videos , I truly enjoy them !
God Bless You Brother 🙏🏼
I thoroughly enjoyed this. We need to see Michael Franzese and Chazz palminteri collaborate more often.
I love when you two get together. There's some overlap on subjects from past conversations, but I'm not even complaining about that because I enjoy it just as much every time. If you weren't both so busy, I would love to see a more permanent or at least a regular reoccurring thing. Great chemistry.
I adore Chazz and really enjoy your chats with him. I love listening to both of you telling stories; reminds me of the days when I'd be at my Pop's, listening to him reminisce with his old friends. ❤
I wish I can meet both you guys , great motivation from both very talented god bless you guys 🙏💯👏
It's impossible Not to love Chazz Palminteri, not just as an actor, but as an authentic person and human being. That kind of warmth, love, and respect for everyone, no matter what your station in life, is what makes him the true man that he is. Among the many excellent guests Michael has hosted, Chazz remains one of the greatest. A salud.
Amazing sit down - love both of them , great information and amazing energy to pass around
As soon as Michael opens his mouth to talk, you know this is an incredibly intelligent, bright and gifted man. God bless.
Michael, you are killing it. Thank you for inspiring me along this thing called life!
I’m catching up with some of these old sitdowns. So fabulous! Both of you are so inspiring! Thanks!
This is awesome, over a hour of you and chazz together 😎😎😎
Please do some more of these sit downs with each other. This is so entertaining. The respect the two of you show each other is heartwarming
Another great one, thank you to you both
loved him in Bronx Tale.....and loved that movie....watched it at least five times.
Thanks Michael, this is a real sit down, face to face. Respect to Chazz as well
I love this actor. I still wholeheartedly feel he is underrated. Always entertaining to watch this man
Thanks you both for your hard work and dedication, It’s a great podcast, congratulations 🍾. Amén.
A Bronx Tale is my favorite movie .
Beautiful movie with a wonderful message. Love it 😊
Growing up I was extra enamored by the history and family ties of cosa nostra. Not a drop of Italian blood, but mom was adopted by a very honorable, good man in my grandfather, Patsy. My entire life I thought we were of Italian descent because mom never told us because pap said it didn't make a difference. The subtle hints I didn't realize like the people that were stopping around, huge gambling! 😆 Love this collaboration! Much appreciation from Pittsburgh 🙏
Wait you grew up not knowing your nationality?
@@Three_Sevens basically yes. We knew we were Scotch, Irish and thought we were Italian on my mother's side, but turned out to be Scotch Irish and German. Pap was right though, it didn't make any difference he was our grandfather and we were his grandkids
The guys a Living Legend! What more can you ask for?! You guys Rock! God Bless!
Michael Franzese made me an offer I can't refuse. And that offer was watching this youtube video he is talking with Chazz in.
You are SO RIGHT about fear of punishment
I couldn't imagine being in those situations that you guy's faced. Your heart must of felt like it was going to beat right out of your chest. Thanks for another great sit down and hope all goes well at your event.😊😊
Chaz you’re a revelation. So is Michael.
Thank you Mr Franzese and Mr Palminteri for letting us into your life stories, this is another great video !
The level of respect these gentlemen show each other is top notch. I can’t get enough when Michael is talking to his guess and he calls out there first name. Class act. Chazz let me tell you this etc. Respect is a must trait to have.
I knew who Chaz was before this because of the movies, but this made him famous to me. You guys are great together. Feels like I am watching a couple of guys exchange some wisdom over a cup of coffee.
Michael that Comment Chaz said about Once you Commit to a Woman you are instantly desired by the Woman who never looked you is Soo Soo True that it tripped me out to here him say that for the the reason of Postive Energy that people start to feel around you when i always thought of it as Woman always want what they cant have.He gave me a new way and probably the Absolutely CORRECT way to View it. I appreciatte that small revaltation🙏🤙
Loved the sitdown today Michael 🔥 Chazz is full of wisdom. Thank you!
This interview /sit down was so inspiring and uplifting, Thank you Mr Micheal and Chazz. Awesome. ❤❤❤❤❤
This was absolutely INCREDIBLE! We need more of this please.
How can you not love them ? ... Michael and Chazz are very open and friendly, and they have good life stories !! Cheers, and we thank you for posting!
Loved the start 😂😂! Another well articulated conversation from two class acts. All the best guys. Big Fan, Edinburgh Scotland 🏴
The second best city in Scotland 🤣🤣🏴good content again Michael from Glasgow Scotland
In a world that makes no sense and is chocking us out, you both are a long breeze of fresh air!
Chazz and you both tell stories so well. I'm so happy the aged practice of story telling is returning.
Man i really appreciate this I love hearing these stories! Please keep telling them!!!