This one I really like. I still call friends I grew up with from my old neighborhood and school and B.S. like it was yesterday. 40 plus years. I consider my self a lucky man.
My dad left when I was young I got nothing from the man except some of how not to be. Now I find myself coming back to this channel time and time again for words of wisdom and about life, thanks Michael.
I really liked "A fish with his mouth closed never gets caught." It is along the lines of some very important advice I was taught "Think before you speak." and "Never burn your bridges." All very valuable advice that has served me well.
Been selling drugs for 20 years, i just started working at a factory, dont have to look over my shoulder anymore and slowly earning the trust and respect of my family back, i love my nieces and nephews, its worth it to see them and my siblings proud of me. I dont have to be ashamed anymore and or lie about what I do. Thank you for all the words of encouragement.
Michael I appreciate the remark you made regarding your new book. Too many people live without realizing that politicians and legislators every day make laws in favor of their own interests. It goes on right in front of us and more need to be aware that these people are doing this! Respect ✊🏽.
Thank you. Dr. M.L. King said something similar. To paraphrase, "A man is not a man until he finds something he's willing to die for." I know this is heavy stuff - profound. Been listening to Dr. Jordan Peterson the past few months and he represents a simple challenge to me - to grow up....
I keep a Note in my iPhone titled “Pearls of Wisdom” and add things that touch me. I go back and read them occasionally. “There are only two things you can control: your effort and your attitude.” In other words, “Control the controllables.”
Uncle Michael Franzese one my most influential mentors, looking forward to learning more about you in 2021, god bless you and your family for the new year.
An elderly friend of mine who retired from the life gives wise words, my favorite being "always stay calm, don't get angry, don't talk, just take care of business." I'm not in the life, but those simple words have been useful and many of the quotes you've shared actually remind me of the man. Great video, hope you're having a good year. God bless
I have to stop the video for a second. I have always said when someone brags about how many friends they have, “The size of your ‘circle’ isn’t what matters, a dime is smaller than a penny, but worth 10 times as much”. Now back to the video 😊.
Michael, I am so glad that I listened to you tonight. I came from a broken home , my father was violent with me and my mother. I have a son and a daughter and 6 beautiful grandchildren. I was married for 48 yrs, my husband passed away eleven yrs ago. I have not been able to enjoy much. My daughter is 56yrs old fighting cancer, I sold my house and bought her a townhouse for her my step dad and her2 sons and I got remarried. Listening to you tonight about going into the new year depressed ,angry or try to turn my attitude around. I am going to keep playing your video and try to change. Thank you , Michael. JANET RIBOLINI
Talk about friends… I have no friends because my expectations exceed what people are willing to give, I have learned that in life, and I’m good with it, it’s the way it is.
I bought a shirt that said, “Some see the glass as half empty, others see the glass as half full. I just want to know who the Hell is drinking my beer!”
This is one of the wisest quotes that I have read, Michael, I wish you were my neighbor! You have learned more than a life worth of lessons! May the Lord Bless you and your family! You are a great asset to the Lord’s kingdom!
the Bible does NOT say that money is the root of all evil. I Timothy 6:10 begins, "For the LOVE of money is the root of all evil..." I love this RUclips channel. The content Is always of the highest quality. Michael, you've made so many lives better, including mine.
Micheal, I have been watching your presentations for a few months now and I really enjoy them. I congratulate you for turning your life around. I can feel your sincerity and I thank you for it. With your presentations, people can learn a lot and them too can have better lives. May you have a joyous and healthy 2021.
The greatest discovery to any generation is the discovery one can change ones life simply by changing ones attitude......... life is like a boomerang what we send out is what comes back
Mr. Franzese the most important part of your channel is the life lessons you give and your reviews on movies. I am a movie lover myself, Happy New Year sir!!! Ciao
Michael, new subscriber here. Nobody is beyond forgiveness and what you're doing to be a positive role model and influence is so impressive. Love you brother! Keep it up!
Hello Michael I can’t begin to tell you how much of a fan I’ve become of you and your content on this channel. You’ve made me see several errors in my ways both past and present that nobody has ever been able to do before. Such wisdom and talent you have that this day and age are so rare. I’ve been binging your channel for a few days now. My dad who grew up in Brooklyn and around your environment always had a way with money and no matter how big of a crap sandwich life threw at him our family always had what we needed and were never strapped for cash. One of his best quotes ever was something he drilled in me repeatedly. He always used to say, “Son, if you’re sweating the cost of gas at the marina, chances are you can’t afford the boat!” ~ Joseph T. Lynott 1936-2013 RIP
“...never underestimate your opponent. Expect the unexpected...be nice...until it’s time not to be nice.” (Paraphrased) Patrick Swayze, Road House I also wanted to add, I love the background noises Shows us how real you’re being with us.
I was finally able to finish listening to this. It was inspiring. The quote about 4 quarter over 100 pennies really resonates with me. I have a close group of friends and 1 best friend that I've been friends with for 27 years. I can't get my brother to understand that all of those people he calls friends are just acquaintances and once you have no value to them they are gone.
Hi Micheal, I lost my father last year by Covid. No goodby possible. My mother was still in the hospital foughting for her life. I'm still wrestling with my lost and said many times why I deserved this?? Life is not fair I said many times. Your conversation about life was so real and honest. Life is not fair and you have to get use to it. And the way you face it. Good vision of life. Thanks.
I was about to say the same exact thing haha. First thought of chris and tony talking about it outside the meat shop, then the scene where phil is talking to the NY guys, "did you know that fat cocksucker thinks i look like the shah of iran?" and the other guys just sit there quietly, knowing its kinda true lol.
Honest to God the happiest time of my life was when I was broke and care free. People definitely put too much weight into money and think that it makes them happy. I was a commercial real estate agent in Florida until the economy crashed in 08. Lost all my money and had to move back to the Midwest and live with my parents. Yea that first year SUCKED but I’ve been happier since than I ever was living in Florida with a nice house and 3 cars. I went from driving a Caddy, Porsche, and Jaguar different days of the week to driving a used Honda. Money isn’t everything folks.
Some of the things you say are very wise. Youre children (believe it or not) are lucky to have you as their father. It inspires me to be a better father.
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Never ever rely on anyone 100%, even your shadow will leave you when times get dark. This is such a true quote.
Hahahaha. Nice one. At times in the day, I see my own shadow trying to run up to me and attack me. And when I look back, its not there..
Never trust yourself 100% Be kind first, and people will be kind to you...not always!
@@danield2713 Kim milk mom Milin Jim npop om day unopposed Jim book m
So true ...
That's perfect
“Be careful who you call your friends, I’d rather have 4 Quarters then 100 pennies”.
That’s the best one
@@12yearssober Especially when they refuse to use their connections to get you out of jail
@@12yearssober And after all the damn parties you threw for them in your island
Love this phrase.
Doesn't quite work with British currency; I'd rather have five 20pences.
This one I really like. I still call friends I grew up with from my old neighborhood and school and B.S. like it was yesterday. 40 plus years. I consider my self a lucky man.
Iaconelli-Do you know Mike Iaconelli in New Jersey?
My dad left when I was young I got nothing from the man except some of how not to be. Now I find myself coming back to this channel time and time again for words of wisdom and about life, thanks Michael.
Are you in the mafia too?! 😹
"Worrying is like a rocking chair. It gives you something to do but doesn't get you anywhere"-Van Wilder
This is nice👍
Write that down.
That's a great quote like.
Much like a treadmill lol
@@natesepnefski Van Wilder? Lol
"If history has taught us anything, its that no one is untouchable."
- Micheal Corleone, paraphrased.
If anything in this life is certain, if history has taught us anything its that anyone can be killed
If anything in this life is certain, if history has taught us anything......it’s that you can kill anyone.
Michael Corleone -
@@kyleashmore3958 thank you I knew it was something like that
Kay: senators and presidents don't have people killed
Michael: now who's being naive?
Hillary: its such a tragedy Michael Corleone comit suicide
"just as i thought i was out... they pulled me back in"
“ Wise men speak because they have something to say. Fools speak because they must say something. “ Plato
"Paying homeless men to shit in your mouth is a good way to get gay sex and cheap beer." - Me
I really liked "A fish with his mouth closed never gets caught." It is along the lines of some very important advice I was taught "Think before you speak." and "Never burn your bridges." All very valuable advice that has served me well.
I know Tony Accardo didn't say that but it is often attributed to him probably because he was known as the Big Tuna and never got caught.
" KILL THEM WITH KINDNESS " is one of my favorite sayings. It works when things are good or bad.
what, like offer them a poisoned cookie?
"You should never fear the one guarantee in life...and that's death." I heard that once and its so true.
my father used to say there's two. paying taxes and dying
@@buildyourself4075 taxes? All u gotta do is become a 'preacher' and...no taxes!
I like the quote from Gladiator. I heard an old man say Death smiles on us all.
All we can do is smile back.
"When money speaks the truth is silent"
- Russian proverb -
On point!
"Cash is King"
@@LTJProductionOfficial Diamonds are Queen
Applies to alot things: Politicians throughout the world even Certain governments ruled by Crime FAMILIES ..hint hint
@@C_AVATAR 😉
“Even Mike Tyson lost.”
Lol my dad every-time i came home from fighting as a kid..
Money isn't the root of all evil... The LOVE of money is what the Bible says
@@peteroconnor6394 Huge difference. If you love money you will do anything for it.
That's kind of what he said though. How people make it all about the money and the lengths they go to get it.
Moneeeey, it's a crime
@@Doctor699 Agree, even if he does not mention "love", he explains it very well.
As a truck driver...I listen in Seattle, Miami, San Diego, Boston and everywhere in between
HollywoodSaint 57 be thankful you ain’t in Dover.
Been selling drugs for 20 years, i just started working at a factory, dont have to look over my shoulder anymore and slowly earning the trust and respect of my family back, i love my nieces and nephews, its worth it to see them and my siblings proud of me. I dont have to be ashamed anymore and or lie about what I do. Thank you for all the words of encouragement.
I can dig it buddy . I understand
I'm a 37 year old family man and I gotta tell you this was great. Almost like I needed it for the new year.
Carmine Galante: “No one would ever kill me. They wouldn’t dare.”
The rest of the Mafia: “Challenge accepted.”
:hold my pasta
Neil dellacroce got rid of carmine. I know that .
@Frederick Wells can you tell me the story behind it
@Frederick Wells thanks bro I really don't know about mafia like that any books u recommend woth action and facts
@Frederick Wells u know any good books
the problem is kindness and niceness is seen as weakness by certain kinds of people
"Never let other peoples actions effect the kinda person you want to be" Richard Copus
That is no excuse to not begin every encounter with people as kind and patient.
Lol true but in doing so, you invoked the 3rd law of power; conceal your intentions.
"I'd rather have 4 quarters as friends than 100 pennies" was my favorite quote out of all of them.
“Silence is Golden, Knowledge is Power”
What you do with knowledge is power.
Man his voice an way of explaining is great 10/10 would let my kids watch these videos to a extend obviously with done of the context
“No one can make you feel inferior without your consent “
My Nana & dad always told us that
I like that one
Im sorry, I should’ve said that it was originally from Eleanor Roosevelt.
"You don't need a certain number of friends. Only a number of friends you can be certain of"
Starting off the New Years with a bang from Michael Franzese. Happy New Years everybody, may everyone have a prosperous and successful year!
And a "Happy New Year!" to you as well.
“Life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you react to it.”
... unless you get whacked!
You don't BLESS YOU BRO
@@hectorbartlett567 I love YOU BROTHER
@@hectorbartlett567 What is whacked ?Just for educational purposes..
@@killakame-3434 Clipped.
Michael I appreciate the remark you made regarding your new book. Too many people live without realizing that politicians and legislators every day make laws in favor of their own interests. It goes on right in front of us and more need to be aware that these people are doing this! Respect ✊🏽.
Jimmy Two Times : “I'm gonna go get the papers, get the papers.”
Ha ha ha ha
Good one
Lol
“It’s in my mother in law’s name.” - Johnny Roastbeef
underrated post
"A fish with it's mouth closed, never gets caught".
Then the feds created a "huge net" called RICO lol...
And missed the guy who made the quote.
I’ve heard that quote from a character in Grand Theft Auto 4.
TRUE!!!
Michael has the most positive community I've seen on RUclips
"If anything in this life is certain, if history has taught us anything, it is that you can kill anyone."
-Michael Corleone
The Godfather part II
It's like I'm listening to my dad...and I truly miss my dad...love you Mike....GOD BLESS
"True quote... until they killed him" 😂😂😂
One of the best edits I have seen from one of Michael’s videos
The following sentence is true. The preceding sentence is false.
Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the face
-Mike tyson
@Kieran Shirley lol i know im just brealing balls is all
God will sometimes puth a Goliath in your path so you can find the David in yourself.
Happy new year Michael!
Even as a person who isn’t all that religious, I LOVE this quote.
My favorite saying that has driven my adult life: "Your life can never be true until your are dedicated to a cause bigger than yourself."
@josh p So is Suzanne Stahl
@josh p nobody cares
Thank you. Dr. M.L. King said something similar. To paraphrase, "A man is not a man until he finds something he's willing to die for."
I know this is heavy stuff - profound. Been listening to Dr. Jordan Peterson the past few months and he represents a simple challenge to me - to grow up....
@josh p I'm not (looks around nervously)
"They bury the cowards just as deep as they bury the brave" strive to be brave
“No one will ever kill me, they wouldn’t dare.”
- Carmine Galante
Galante was murdered ... that's a life lesson.
"Every excess has its hangover."
- unknown
That unknown was me actually.
Believe that's a Budweiser Slogan
"Money is just money"
Loved that one!
Ppl that say that are the ones that have plenty of it.
"You can sit at the table, or be on the menu."--Al Capone
“Is that a promise?” - Lucifer Morningstar
@@SHADOWACTUAL Yes. - Michael Corleone
@@theleetworldbest “Let’s dance.” - Johnny Cage
I keep a Note in my iPhone titled “Pearls of Wisdom” and add things that touch me. I go back and read them occasionally.
“There are only two things you can control: your effort and your attitude.” In other words, “Control the controllables.”
Top 10 of my favorite people on this planet. You’re the man, Mikey! Love all your lessons.. true mentor.
" let me tell you a couple three things"
- Phil Leotardo -
There's no scraps in my scrapbook.
20 years in the can, not a peep
It's incredible how many people misquote this line. He says "a couple or three things"
@@dannyevilcat So much better this way: " let me tell you a couple three things"
... fits better with Phil
Whatever happened there?!
Uncle Michael Franzese one my most influential mentors, looking forward to learning more about you in 2021, god bless you and your family for the new year.
“Life is not fair” has been said in our family for years! Great one to teach your kids!
You are a wise guy!
5:55
My favorite part. Very well said and applicable to so many walks of life.
An elderly friend of mine who retired from the life gives wise words, my favorite being "always stay calm, don't get angry, don't talk, just take care of business." I'm not in the life, but those simple words have been useful and many of the quotes you've shared actually remind me of the man. Great video, hope you're having a good year. God bless
A man who doesn't spend time with his family, can never be a real man.
Vito Corleone.
Thank you Mr. Michael for life lessons.
But that movie is not real life tho wtf 😂😂😭😭
@Pasta Enjoyer v2.0 What's the problem?
My new years resolutions are have a plan, cut to the chase, have a crew and the most important not get killed in my pajamas
Solid Plan, do you mind if I borrow the not dying in my pajama jams part?
Most are easy but me not getting killed in my pajamas is a hard ask
I have to stop the video for a second. I have always said when someone brags about how many friends they have, “The size of your ‘circle’ isn’t what matters, a dime is smaller than a penny, but worth 10 times as much”. Now back to the video 😊.
Michael, I am so glad that I listened to you tonight. I came from a broken home , my father was violent with me and my mother. I have a son and a daughter and 6 beautiful grandchildren. I was married for 48 yrs, my husband passed away eleven yrs ago. I have not been able to enjoy much. My daughter is 56yrs old fighting cancer, I sold my house and bought her a townhouse for her my step dad and her2 sons and I got remarried. Listening to you tonight about going into the new year depressed ,angry or try to turn my attitude around. I am going to keep playing your video and try to change. Thank you , Michael. JANET RIBOLINI
Talk about friends… I have no friends because my expectations exceed what people are willing to give, I have learned that in life, and I’m good with it, it’s the way it is.
“My glass is neither half full nor half empty. It’s simply the wrong glass.”
Or the wrong amount of water🤣
I'm just happy to have a glass.
That is really inspirational bro
................than who's got yours, did somebody run off with it?
I bought a shirt that said, “Some see the glass as half empty, others see the glass as half full. I just want to know who the Hell is drinking my beer!”
The last five or six minutes about changing your life was so powerful. Thank you Michael. God bless you and your family have a great 2021!
“You cannot help those who do not wish to be helped” my favorite quote
This is one of the wisest quotes that I have read, Michael, I wish you were my neighbor! You have learned more than a life worth of lessons! May the Lord Bless you and your family! You are a great asset to the Lord’s kingdom!
The most articulated mafia guy in these series. He's also the most credible guy.
the Bible does NOT say that money is the root of all evil. I Timothy 6:10 begins, "For the LOVE of money is the root of all evil..." I love this RUclips channel. The content Is always of the highest quality. Michael, you've made so many lives better, including mine.
That is true, this is one of the most misquoted bible verses I hear.
Anybody else listening to Michael but looking at the tiger 🐅 the whole time lol
Yep lol I looked at it straight away when he started
Yup lol
That is a cool tiger.
Haha yep
Nope
I honestly can’t wait for “Mafia Democracy”. I’m keeping an eye and a ear open for the release date.
Word up
That’s a beautiful painting you got Michael
"And no one will ever kill me.... Until they killed him" 😂🤣💀☠️
Happy New Year! I'm an Italian from NYC we had the same tradition!!
Here in Colombia 🇨🇴 too
Micheal, I have been watching your presentations for a few months now and I really enjoy them.
I congratulate you for turning your life around.
I can feel your sincerity and I thank you for it.
With your presentations, people can learn a lot and them too can have better lives.
May you have a joyous and healthy 2021.
Here's one I like - "I drank what?" - Socrates
No, that's not the one I meant. Here it is - "Every saint has a past and every sinner has a future"
Damn bro that's powerful stuff
The greatest discovery to any generation is the discovery one can change ones life simply by changing ones attitude.........
life is like a boomerang what we send out is what comes back
Be happy with what you have, dont be upset by what you dont. So glad I found your channel.
Mr. Franzese the most important part of your channel is the life lessons you give and your reviews on movies. I am a movie lover myself, Happy New Year sir!!! Ciao
Happy new year Michael to you and your family
Buon anno paisan. Thanks for all the content
What an amazing speaker.So much positivity.Enjoy listening to you speak.
Michael, new subscriber here. Nobody is beyond forgiveness and what you're doing to be a positive role model and influence is so impressive. Love you brother! Keep it up!
Damn Michael... that tiger in the background looks like he's eyeing you for super. Maybe he like Italian food?
"Don't impress people that don't care about you."
OMG, I have used that phrase a few times in life!
“Know what your definition of friendship is” - quote from Mike and better than all of those in this video
i can hear Michael talk all day. i need to hear this right now. god bless you!
Hello Michael I can’t begin to tell you how much of a fan I’ve become of you and your content on this channel. You’ve made me see several errors in my ways both past and present that nobody has ever been able to do before. Such wisdom and talent you have that this day and age are so rare. I’ve been binging your channel for a few days now. My dad who grew up in Brooklyn and around your environment always had a way with money and no matter how big of a crap sandwich life threw at him our family always had what we needed and were never strapped for cash. One of his best quotes ever was something he drilled in me repeatedly. He always used to say, “Son, if you’re sweating the cost of gas at the marina, chances are you can’t afford the boat!” ~ Joseph T. Lynott 1936-2013 RIP
Happy new year mr Franzese.Lets do our first sit down this year and watch your video.😊😊
Happy New Year!! You’ve got a fan in Oklahoma....always entertaining vids, my man!!
Fellow Oklahoman here too. Michael is legit!
Fellow Okie here too from Tulsa I agree!!
Norman, OK... Comin' at you live, here.
Am I the only Irish guy here 😆😆
He is a traitor, but Mitch McConnell is the biggest traitor to the American people.
I'm looking forward to purchasing 'Mafia Democracy'.
“...never underestimate your opponent. Expect the unexpected...be nice...until it’s time not to be nice.” (Paraphrased)
Patrick Swayze, Road House
I also wanted to add, I love the background noises Shows us how real you’re being with us.
In the last day i have watched/listened to almost every video you have posted. This by far is my favorite. The content is great.
"Do or do not, there is no try." Master Yoda
Love from sunny Scotland
Scotland AKA- "THE SoCal OF THE UNITED KINGDOM"
"One of these days is none of these days."
- English proverb
I was finally able to finish listening to this. It was inspiring. The quote about 4 quarter over 100 pennies really resonates with me. I have a close group of friends and 1 best friend that I've been friends with for 27 years. I can't get my brother to understand that all of those people he calls friends are just acquaintances and once you have no value to them they are gone.
Hi Micheal, I lost my father last year by Covid. No goodby possible. My mother was still in the hospital foughting for her life. I'm still wrestling with my lost and said many times why I deserved this?? Life is not fair I said many times. Your conversation about life was so real and honest. Life is not fair and you have to get use to it. And the way you face it. Good vision of life. Thanks.
"Life doesn't
care about what you want we don't get to choose" - Teresa Mendoza
When he brought up the shah of Iran, I immediately thought of Phil Leotardo.
Those eye brows, I can't stand them
💯
I was about to say the same exact thing haha. First thought of chris and tony talking about it outside the meat shop, then the scene where phil is talking to the NY guys, "did you know that fat cocksucker thinks i look like the shah of iran?" and the other guys just sit there quietly, knowing its kinda true lol.
Haha beat me to it!!
The idea is to die young as late as possible
Honest to God the happiest time of my life was when I was broke and care free. People definitely put too much weight into money and think that it makes them happy. I was a commercial real estate agent in Florida until the economy crashed in 08. Lost all my money and had to move back to the Midwest and live with my parents. Yea that first year SUCKED but I’ve been happier since than I ever was living in Florida with a nice house and 3 cars. I went from driving a Caddy, Porsche, and Jaguar different days of the week to driving a used Honda. Money isn’t everything folks.
Well said.
Agreed but there's a difference between being broke and being hopeless. Without hope you have nothing.
Money isn’t everything bc you no longer have it that’s why your forced to think like that bc of your ego
Thank you for the positivity.
I could Listen to this man ALL day!
Here’s a true quote I’ve always liked- “Never let someone borrow more than you can afford to lose”
“Every great cause begins as a movement, becomes a business, and eventually degenerates into a racket.” Eric Hoffer.
"The two most important days in our lives are the day that we are born and the day that we find out why?"- Mark Twain.
I’m still searching for the “why” and I’m almost 50.
the best quote ever!!
@@scottnovak6107 get a religion and stay close to god
Who was head of the commission when you walked away Michael Francesca
it can never be so dark it always gets light again
Behind the clouds the sun shines
It’s taken some time for this guy to win me over a bit. But the wisdom he is sharing comes from the genuine source of Light.
"Two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity. I'm not sure about the universe." -Albert Einstein.
I use this quote all the time
"Getting pissed on by a random gay guy is fucked up." - Me
On point!
I have 2-3 good friends and I've learned to be realistic in my expectations.
"It takes considerable knowledge just to realize the extent of your own ignorance".
Thomas Sowell
Some of the things you say are very wise. Youre children (believe it or not) are lucky to have you as their father. It inspires me to be a better father.