
Retired Kansas City Mafia Detective Gary Jenkins brings his unique perspective to his examination of the American Mafia. He offers listeners interviews with law enforcement, mafia members, and academics in his shows. He always adds his experience to enhance those stories.Become a supporter of this podcast: www.spreaker.com/podcast/gangland-wire--5504357/support.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 838 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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In this episode of Gangland Wire, retired Kansas City Intelligence Unit detective Gary Jenkins welcomes author Ray Franze to discuss his historical fiction novel The Heights, a story inspired by the real-life mob figures who controlled Chicago Height... more
Retired Kansas City Police Intelligence Unit detective Gary Jenkins welcomes back organized crime historian and author John Binder for an in-depth discussion about his new book, The Chicago Outfit During the 1960s. Together, they explore one of the m... more
In this episode of Gangland Wire, retired Kansas City Police Intelligence Unit detective Gary Jenkins sits down with organized crime historian and author John Binder to explore the violent and chaotic world of Prohibition-era Chicago. Drawing on his ... more
Gary Jenkins celebrates the Netherlands, who are in Kansas City for the World Cup. He has a discussion with a Dutch organized crime researcher, David Amoroso, and they trace how the American Mafia expanded its gambling empire after losing Cuba. The e... more
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Listen daily at work! Great stories! But why can’t I listen from the beginning? I could only go back 2024
Love learning about the past, books I have never heard of . So interesting and well done LOVE THIS!! Thank you !!!
Well done.
Carriage Hill Gladstone MO
Gary Jenkins is a great storyteller and a prince of a guy.
Found this podcast by accident, love Gary’s voice and take on the subject matter
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A veteran true-crime host leverages decades of law-enforcement experience to tell hard-edged stories of American organized crime, with a strong emphasis on historical context, investigative nuance, and insider perspectives. Episodes commonly feature former agents, detectives, authors, and researchers who dissect infamous cases, mob dynamics, and the human side of crime—from the Winter Hill Gang to the Carmine Galante hit and the Hoffa era. The show stands out for its nuts-and-bolts approach, detailed sourcing, and willingness to challenge mainstream narratives while balancing engaging storytelling with rigorous history. This makes it particularly helpful for listeners who want a deeper, sometimes counter-narrative understanding of how crimi... more
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