Episode 67: Griselda Blanco
On Episode 67, Jeff delves into the wild life of Colombian drug trafficker Griselda Blanco. Blanco was a trailblazer in the cocaine scene of Miami in the early 80's and was credited in basically creating the modern day drug cartel. Blanco was a ruthless woman who ruled with an iron first and killed anyone she didn't like, didn't want to pay or deal with. In the end she faced prosecution but had a surprising and then fitting end. PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
19 Juli 202254min
Episode 66: Louis "Bobby" Manna
On Episode 66, Jeff delves into the life of Genovese Family consigliere Bobby Manna. Manna came from a lineage of a powerful bootlegger ultimately becoming made in his 20's and becoming an extremely good earner and very powerful under Vincent Gigante. In the end, he made an alleged move against John Gotti and is still paying for it today. Before we got into Manna, I answered your questions in a listener Q/A. Manna biography starts at 29:31 PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
13 Juli 202257min
Episode 65: Carlos Marcello
On Episode 65, Jeff delves into the life of New Orleans mafia boss Carlos Marcello. Marcello was a man of small stature with very little education who ascended to the top of the Mafia in America. He amassed an unbelievable fortune, and literally controlled the state of Louisiana. He had tremendous power and in my belief, the mastermind of the assasination of JFK and possibly others. A long episode this week, but a lot to cover. ENJOY! PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6 Juli 20221h 44min
Episode 64: Corrupt Former NYPD Officer Ken Eurell
On Episode 64, Jeff interviews corrupt NYPD police officer Ken Eurell. Ken was featured in the documentary "The Seven Five" and he tells his story as he descended into stealing from citizens, protecting drug dealers then ultimately selling drugs as a sworn New York City police officer with his partner Michael Dowd. A wild story that must be heard. Please go buy the terrific book by Ken Eurell, Betrayal in Blue: The Shocking Memoir of the Scandal That Rocked the NYPD PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
29 Juni 20221h 19min
Episode 63: Joe Watts
On Episode 63, Jeff delves into the life of Gambino associate Joe "The German" Watts. Watts was an extremely respected Gambino loan shark and associate who was awarded the same respect a made man would get. Watts could never be made due to not being Italian but arched out a pivotal role in the family and gained the respect of all the heavy hitters including Paul Castellano and John Gotti. A fascinating life that involved big hits and more. Check it out! PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
22 Juni 202242min
Episode 62: The Current State Of The Mafia In America
On Episode 62, Jeff is joined by crime reporter, blogger and podcaster Scott Burnstein. They delve into the current state of the Mafia in America. They highlight what families are active, what the leadership looks like and what the families are doing to earn nowadays. A huge episode chocked full of info. Check out Scott at www.thegangsterreport.com and the "Original Gangsters" podcast which can be found here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/original-gangsters-a-true-crime-talk-podcast/id1467014230 PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
15 Juni 20221h 33min
Episode 61: Sgt. Wayne Jenkins + The Baltimore Police Gun Trace Task Force
On Episode 61, Jeff delves into the wild story of a corrupt investigation unit in the Baltimore Police Department called the Gun Trace Task Force. The ringleader of the group Wayne Jenkins and his crew extorted and stole from citizens, planted drugs and guns, stole overtime and sold drugs. In the end, they'd face the wrath of the Feds and all sit currently in federal prison. PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8 Juni 20221h 4min
Episode 60: John and Charles Carneglia
On Episode 60, Jeff delves into Gambino Family hitmen John and Charles Carneglia. The brothers who hailed for Ozone Park Queens both came up and ultimately became major killers for John Gotti and the Gambinos. They were both involved in very high profile hits and both ended up where they belonged. A very violent but great episode. In the first 20 minutes or so, I answered some of your mob related questions. Carneglia biography starts at the 30 min mark. PLEASE give us a follow on socials! FOLLOW US ON YOUTUBE and please subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMYV0eyKQFhNZwLXpx7I0Ng FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @thesitdown7 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 Juni 202253min
