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Sit Down with Michael Franzese

Michael Franzese
Jeffrey Epstein
Mafia
Donald Trump
Organized Crime
Colombo Crime Family
FBI
Lucky Luciano
Redemption
Human Trafficking
Child Trafficking
Cosa Nostra
Prohibition
Mob Life
Gambling
Ghislaine Maxwell
Mental Health
John Gotti
Faith
Joe Colombo
Vito Genovese

From a high-ranking member of the Colombo crime family to a man transformed by faith, Michael Franzese shares his extraordinary journey like no one else can. In Sit Downs with Michael Franzese, Michael dives into raw, unfiltered stories from his life in the mob, his path to redemption, and the lessons he’s learned about faith, family, and overcoming life’s struggles. With gripping interviews and p... more

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Recent Guests

Joe Ciro
Expert on the Russian mob and Russian culture; worked with the CIA
Independent researcher/Author
Episode: Russian Mafia vs The Italian Mob: Expert REVEALS Which Organization Was More Brutal
Michael Franzese
Former Colombo crime family capo, author, and public speaker
Former mob figure, author, faith-based advocate
Episode: Sean Hannity vs. Michael Franzese: He Wouldn't Let It Go
Frankie Steele
Colombo family associate mentioned in the interview
Episode: Former Mob Boss and a Colombo Soldier: Expose the Truth Behind the Last Mob War
Greg Scarpa Jr
Mobster and former inmate, guest on the show
Scarpa family / Colombo crime family
Episode: He Was Cellmates With The 9/11 Mastermind — And Tried Warning The FBI About It
Russell Brand
British actor and comedian, public figure
Entertainment industry
Episode: Russell Brand REVEALS Powerful People, Dark Cabals, and Hollywood Lies
Brett Oubre
Cancer survivor and businessperson
Independent entrepreneur (partner in ventures with Michael Franzese)
Episode: What Your Doctor Isn’t Telling You About Cancer — A Survivor Breaks It Down
Dr. Steven Greer
UFO-ologist, retired physician and author
drstevengreer.com
Episode: They’re Planning A Fake Alien Invasion - UFO Expert EXPOSES The Truth
Enrique Octavio De La Madrid Cordero
Former secretary of tourism for Mexico (2015-2018); son of a former Mexican president; former federal deputy
Former Mexican government official
Episode: Mexican Presidential Insider Reveals How Cartels Really Run the Country
John Kiriakou
Ex-CIA agent, whistleblower, guest on podcast
Former CIA
Episode: Ex-Mob Boss & Ex-CIA Agent: Iran, Israel, and Epstein Are All Connected

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Michael Franzese
Host of Sit Down with Michael Franzese

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 112 ratings
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    Podcast Addict
    5
    Whitaker
    2 months ago
  • Enough with the wines!

    I want to hear the subject matter. Not wines every 3 minutes

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    RodG64
    United States4 months ago
  • Great

    Franzese is a genuine and a good, honest man. Really good podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DP’67
    United States9 months ago
  • Good Stuff 👍🏼

    Love your style of storytelling!! Your honesty makes it so easy to understand and relate to!! Grew up in HB in the 80’s a great time!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Realityqueen63
    United States9 months ago
  • Illegal Immigration.

    I love your show. Watch a lot of your YouTube video. This one I have to respectfully disagree with you and your guest. Mass amnesty is wrong . You can’t start your citizenship with a crime. Also you failed to mention the massive drain on public funds and resources. See California. They are ere going to give free transgender surgeries to illegals , give our social security which people have paid their whole lives ? Illegals walk in the country by the millions and get rewarded with a citizen... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mitch0621
    United States9 months ago

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Guests consistently provide strong expertise and insider perspectives.
A mix of controversial topics draws in audience engagement and debate.
Listeners appreciate the bold storytelling and candid history from the host.
The show's authenticity and faith-centered framing appeal to fans of personal redemption narratives.

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Former Mob Boss and a Colombo Soldier: Expose the Truth Behind the Last Mob War
Q: What was the role of the FBI agent in the war, according to the guest?
The guest asserts that the FBI agent was actively coordinating with Greg Scarpa Sr., effectively acting as an accomplice and providing information that guided killings during the war.
Former Mob Boss and a Colombo Soldier: Expose the Truth Behind the Last Mob War
Q: How long after Michael was convicted did this information come out?
The guest explains that the information surfaced over time, notably after the early trials, and much later when subsequent appeals and revelations highlighted the DeVecchio–Scarpa relationship, which changed perspectives on the earlier convictions.
He Was Cellmates With The 9/11 Mastermind — And Tried Warning The FBI About It
Q: Why do you think the FBI and prosecutors protected those mob convictions at the expense of pursuing terrorism leads?
Because pivotal officials, including an agent named Del Vecchio and prosecutor Wiseman, were implicated in corruption and perjury. They allegedly prioritized preserving mob convictions over dismantling terrorist plots, and the system suppressed or undermined the terrorism investigations to avoid undermining the integrity of those cases.
He Was Cellmates With The 9/11 Mastermind — And Tried Warning The FBI About It
Q: What did Yousef tell you about the plans to attack airplanes, and what did the FBI do with that information?
He described wanting to blow up airplanes using jet fuel and discussed ways to defeat security. I passed this to my lawyer and later to the FBI. The FBI reportedly did not follow up as expected, and the investigation was downplayed or shut down, which I believe was tied to protecting mob convictions influenced by corrupt officials.
He Was Cellmates With The 9/11 Mastermind — And Tried Warning The FBI About It
Q: Tell us what happened with Yousef while you were at MCC New York and how close you got to him.
Yousef was on the floor with other terrorists and urged me to talk; he pitched plans and showed he could read and interpret information. I began to see him as someone who could help me make amends for my past, and we developed a connection through shared anti-government sentiment, which led me to relay information to my lawyer and to the FBI. The connection grew into a dangerous exchange about bombs and mistrials, with him proposing methods to construct or smuggle bombs on airplanes.

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This show features hard-hitting interviews and personal storytelling from a former mob figure who pivoted to faith and business after a life in organized crime. Episodes commonly explore leadership, risk management, ethics, and personal branding through the lens of crime, redemption, and contemporary geopolitics, often weaving in promotional plugs for the host's platforms and sponsors. The host's distinctive perspective—combining firsthand crime history with faith-driven life lessons—gives listeners practical takeaways on crisis leadership, reputation, and entrepreneurship while offering provocative takes on current events and policy. Noteworthy are the candid crime memories, mentorship and redemption themes, and a willingness to tackle con... more

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1. Joe Ciro
2. Michael Franzese
3. Frankie Steele
4. Greg Scarpa Jr
5. Russell Brand
6. Brett Oubre
7. Dr. Steven Greer
8. Enrique Octavio De La Madrid Cordero

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