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Artwork for Criminal Empire: Mafia Mysteries & Serial Killers

Criminal Empire: Mafia Mysteries & Serial Killers

Charlie Outback
Mafia
Gambino Crime Family
New York City
John Gotti
Paul Castellano
Richard Kuklinski
Prohibition
Organized Crime
Contract Killing
Carlo Gambino
Sammy Gravano
Carlos Marcello
Tommy Lucchese
Racketeering
Construction Industry
Cyanide
New Jersey
Frank Nitti
Chicago Outfit
Bobby Kennedy

Dive deep into the dark underworld of crime with "Criminal Empire", the ultimate true crime show that brings you chilling documentaries and exclusive interviews with notorious mafia gangsters and infamous serial killers. Hear firsthand accounts from those who lived the life of organized crime, uncovering the secrets, power struggles, and brutal realities of the mafia's rise and fall. Paired with h... more

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Artwork for Criminal Empire: Mafia Mysteries & Serial Killers

Latest Episodes

🎤 In this explosive 1981 prison sit-down, Charles Manson unleashes pure chaos on Tom Snyder—rambling about Helter Skelter, Beatles prophecies, and his "family" of killers. 🕵️‍♂️ Hear his twisted defense: "I'm the devil you all made me." The intervi... more

🔍 In this rare 2009 Larry King interview, Linda Kasabian—key witness to the Tate-LaBianca murders—spills the unfiltered truth about the night hell came to Hollywood. 🎤 Alongside prosecutor Vincent Bugliosi, they dissect Manson's hypnotic control, t... more

🕷️ She smiled as her husbands dropped dead—arsenic in their food, insurance checks in her pocket. 💀 Florida's "Black Widow" killed her own son, lovers, and even bombed a car for cash payouts totaling millions. 🔪 Exclusive prison tapes reveal her c... more

🔫 June 5, 1968: Robert F. Kennedy gunned down in a hotel pantry—Sirhan Sirhan convicted, but was he a lone gunman or mind-controlled patsy? 🕵️‍♂️ Dive into CIA hypnosis experiments, Mafia grudges, and the "girl in polka dots" who vanished. 📂 Decla... more

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Recent Guests

Ginger Rios
A young dancer who tragically went missing and later was found murdered.
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Christina Martinez
Another victim linked to John Flowers's criminal activities.
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John Flowers (Craig Jacobson)
The perpetrator involved in the kidnapping and murder of Ginger Rios.
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Laura Ricciardi
Filmmaker and co-director of 'Making a Murderer'
Episode: " Netflix & Avery An Unraveling Narrative”
Maurya DeMoss
Participant in the conversation regarding 'Making a Murderer'
Episode: " Netflix & Avery An Unraveling Narrative”
Mickey Featherstone
Former member of the Westies, sharing his transition from street crime to revealing mafia operations.
Episode: "Blood Oath: The Real American Mafia Story 🩸"
Dominic Montiglio
Former mobster and nephew of Nino Gotti, detailing his life in La Cosa Nostra
Episode: "Blood Oath: The Real American Mafia Story 🩸"
Phil Leonetti
Former underboss of the Scarfo crime family, sharing his experiences in organized crime.
Episode: "Blood Oath: The Real American Mafia Story 🩸"
Billy Beatty
Former member of the Westies, narrating his experiences and the culture of violence within organized crime.
Episode: "Blood Oath: The Real American Mafia Story 🩸"

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Host of various episodes, providing narrative insights into true crime stories and organized crime events, and presenting a compelling exploration of the criminal world.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 69 ratings
  • incorrect information

    The auto dealer Ray Catena is not Gerry Catenas son

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ILPADREDIVINO
    United Statesa month ago
  • Unaliving?

    what kind of pandering babble new-speak is this? Absolutely insufferable. Go work at a Starbucks. Communication isn’t part of your skill-set.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    YUsucksobad
    United States2 months ago
  • Just okay

    Can be interesting stories but I can’t stand the dramatic music and silly terms like unliving someone.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz7777
    United States4 months ago
  • “Unaliving” killed it for me

    I don’t understand why the word “unaliving” is exclusively used. I couldn’t even make it through one episode because it’s so irritating.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    HappyCamper91
    United States4 months ago
  • Yes!!

    I am a huge fan of mafia history, and this is a top-notch collection.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PW from GR
    United States4 months ago

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Critics have noted the use of dramatic elements which may detract from the factual seriousness of the episodes, expressing mixed feelings about the show's approach.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth explorations of historical criminal cases and the engaging storytelling that brings these dark narratives to life.
Some reviews mention a lack of critical analysis regarding the implications of the crimes discussed, preferring a more grounded historical context.

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"Goodfellas: The Real Wiseguys Tell All 🎬"
Q: Why did you leave the mafia?
I didn't want that for my wife and kids. I wanted a different life.
"Chris Watts Prison Confessions: Breaking His Silence"
Q: Can you walk me through the last few minutes before everything happened?
I didn't want to do this, but it appeared I had to do it; it felt like something was controlling me.
"Chris Watts Prison Confessions: Breaking His Silence"
Q: What was it like during the last moments with Shanann?
It was filled with anger and desperation—it was not love as I had decided it was over.
"Chris Watts Prison Confessions: Breaking His Silence"
Q: What do you think about people who say that you were 'railroaded'?
I just think that's not true. I had my reasons for pleading guilty and didn't want people to have to relive it.
"Whitey Bulger: The FBI's Most Dangerous Informant"
Q: What did Kevin Weeks say about his regrets regarding his criminal past?
Weeks expressed no regrets about the lives lost but only mentioned a singular regret about not killing a specific journalist who he felt had been a thorn in their side.

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Exploring the dark and twisted sides of true crime, this podcast presents chilling narratives centered on organized crime and infamous serial killers. From the power struggles within mafia families to the psychological unraveling of notorious killers, each episode offers firsthand insights and historical context that captivates the listener. Noteworthy figures such as John Gotti, Ted Bundy, and Jeffrey Dahmer are featured, creating a unique blend that examines both the criminal underworld and the complex personalities behind these heinous acts. Through gripping storytelling and engaging interviews, the podcast not only reveals shocking tales of betrayal and violence but also scrutinizes the menace lurking beneath the surface of society.

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Ginger Rios
2. Christina Martinez
3. John Flowers (Craig Jacobson)
4. Laura Ricciardi
5. Maurya DeMoss
6. Mickey Featherstone
7. Dominic Montiglio
8. Phil Leonetti

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