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Thomas Lucchese
Organized Crime
Louis Colavecchio
Lucchesi Crime Family
Mafia
Counterfeiting
Charlie Cavallaro
St. Louis Mafia
Giacomo Black Jack Tocco
Rhode Island Mafia
Detroit Mafia
Connecticut State Police
Vito Genovese
Lucky Luciano
Gaetano Reina
Youngstown
Richie Boriardo
Jimmy Hoffa
Meyer Lansky
Frank Costello

Gangland Wire Crime Stories is a unique true crime podcast. The host, Gary Jenkins, is a former Kansas City Police Intelligence Unit Detective. Gary uses his experience to give insigtful twists on famous organized characters across the United States. He tells crime stories from his own career and invites former FBI agents, police officers and criminals to educate and entertain listeners.

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In this special short episode of Gangland Wire, Gary Jenkins presents a wild and largely forgotten chapter from Bob Cooley’s life—the former Chicago Outfit fixer, gambler, and lawyer whose career straddled the worlds of organized crime, corruption, a... more

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In this episode of Gangland Wire, Gary Jenkins sits down with Bob Cooley, the once–well-connected Chicago lawyer who lived at the center of the city’s most notorious corruption machine. After years out of the public eye, Cooley recently resurfaced to... more

In this gripping episode of Gangland Wire, host Gary Jenkins sits down with Robert “Bob” Cooley, the Chicago lawyer whose extraordinary journey took him from deep inside the Outfit’s criminal operations to becoming one of the federal government’s mos... more

Retired Kansas City, Missouri, Police Intelligence Unit Detective Gary Jenkins tells the story of the unsolved murder of James Ragen.

Gary Jenkins digs into an old-school Chicago Outfit story pulled from a vintage newspaper clip by legendary column... more

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Recent Guests

Robert Cooley
Former Chicago Outfit associate and author of 'When Corruption Was King'
Episode: Bob Cooley Outfit Chief Fixer Part 1
Gianni Russo
An actor and business entrepreneur known for his role as Carlo Rizzi in The Godfather.
Episode: Gianni Russo: The Hollywood Godfather, Mafia Secrets
Mark Shaw
Author and investigative journalist specializing in JFK and RFK assassination theories
Author of Abuse of Power
Episode: Did Marcello have RFK Assassinated?
Tegan Broadwater
Former cop, musician, and author of 'Life in the Fishbowl'
Episode: Undercover with the Crips: The Tegan Broadwater Story
Seamus McElearney
Former FBI agent and author of 'Flipping Capo'
Episode: Taking Down the Real Sopranos
Jay Baer
Author of Mob Life, The Private World of Capone, Lansky, Gotti, and Castellano
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Episode: Mob Life: The Private World of Capone, Lansky, Gotti & Castellano
Rick Morales Jr.
Son of Ricardo 'Monkey' Morales, who discusses his father's history and connections
Episode: Monkey Morales: The CIA, Castro, the Mob and the JFK Connection
Sean Oliver
Author and writer involved in the story of Ricardo Morales
Episode: Monkey Morales: The CIA, Castro, the Mob and the JFK Connection
Gregory Macalino
Author of 'Little Pussy and Long Branch, Perfect Together'
Episode: Anthony Russo: The Real Soprano

Host

Gary Jenkins
A retired Kansas City Police Intelligence Unit detective, turned podcaster, with a focus on organized crime and law enforcement narratives.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 878 ratings
  • Excellent!

    Well done.

    Carriage Hill Gladstone MO

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    3sticks.
    United States6 months ago
  • The inside dope

    Gary Jenkins is a great storyteller and a prince of a guy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rick in KC
    United States6 months ago
  • Authentic voice

    Found this podcast by accident, love Gary’s voice and take on the subject matter

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    luv2kitty
    United States8 months ago
  • Calabrese pod

    Hi Gary, listening from England, loved the Kurt Calabrese episode, he came across as really likeable.

    Im now listening to him on 'underbelly'.

    Cheers 👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Poet Seamus
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Gary is a hell of a guy. I've had personal conversations with him via email, video chat, have a few books and movies as well that he personally sent me and signed. He has tons of great and unexpected guests, some I really like, some of them I hope and don't at the same time I run into them and f their entire world up. But even those rat fuck episodes are 5 stars. That being said, you won't find a better crime podcast or podcaster.

    Audible
    5
    J
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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The podcast is noted for its engaging and informative content, drawing in those interested in authentic crime narratives.
Gary Jenkins is recognized for his charismatic delivery and depth of knowledge, making the subject matter both entertaining and educational.
Some listeners express a desire for broader coverage of different aspects of crime, indicating a demand for diversity in topics discussed.
Audiences find the combination of interviews and true stories compelling, often leading to high satisfaction among true crime enthusiasts.
Listeners appreciate the detailed storytelling and historical context provided by the host, enhancing their understanding of organized crime.

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#199
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Talking Points

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Bob Cooley Outfit Chief Fixer Part 1
Q: Why did you decide to flip and share your experiences with the FBI?
My father's decline due to Alzheimer's and his words about my choices made me rethink my life in crime. I realized I wanted to do something to help clean up the corruption.
Bob Cooley Outfit Chief Fixer Part 1
Q: What can you tell us about your relationship with Marco D'Amico?
I started gambling with Marco's cousin and that led to my deep involvement with Marco and other connected figures. We became friends, and I realized how powerful they really were.
Did Marcello have RFK Assassinated?
Q: What connection might exist between Sirhan Sirhan and Carlos Marcello?
Marcello had close ties to the West Coast organized crime scene and possibly used Sirhan as a patsy, leveraging Marcello's connections with influential figures in Los Angeles.
Did Marcello have RFK Assassinated?
Q: How does Carlos Marcello figure into both JFK and RFK assassinations?
Marcello allegedly had strong motives to eliminate both Kennedy brothers due to their aggressive action against organized crime, particularly Bobby's role as Attorney General.
Taking Down the Real Sopranos
Q: What changed during your time supervising the Colombo squad?
Seamus adapted tactics to focus on proactive witness cooperation and consensual recordings due to changing jury expectations.

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What is Gangland Wire about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This true crime podcast provides a compelling look into organized crime through expert narration and firsthand accounts. It primarily features stories from the host's law enforcement background, along with interviews from various notable figures such as former FBI agents and members of the criminal underworld. The discussions go beyond merely recounting sensationalized tales, as they include nuanced examinations of crime dynamics, historical contexts, and personal anecdotes that offer a deeper understanding of the figures involved and their impacts on society. The blend of storytelling, historical insight, and expert commentary likely sets this podcast apart in the crowded genre of true crime, attracting not only crime enthusiasts but also ... more

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Recent guests on Gangland Wire include:

1. Robert Cooley
2. Gianni Russo
3. Mark Shaw
4. Tegan Broadwater
5. Seamus McElearney
6. Jay Baer
7. Rick Morales Jr.
8. Sean Oliver

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