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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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I was born in 1951. I was made in 1975. And on May 27th, I’ll be 75 years old. Three quarters of a century on this planet. I lay in bed the other night and I started thinking about everything I’ve lived through — every president, every war, every cul... more

I sat down with Greg Scarpa Jr. last week, and he told me a story I almost couldn’t believe. Now I’m sitting down with a second man who lived it from the other side, and he’s corroborating every word. Frankie Steele was a Colombo associate during the... more

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I lived that life for over 20 years. I was a Capo Regime in the Colombo family. So when people kept asking me — Michael, if you could build your dream mafia crew from movie characters, who’d be on it? — I figured we’d have some fun with it. Think of ... more

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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
Tommy Robinson
British activist and founder of English Defence League
English Defence League
Episode: Tommy Robinson: The Islamic Invasion Destroyed Britain — America Is Next
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
Anabel Hernández
Investigative journalist
Mexican investigative journalism
Episode: Anabel Hernández: The Woman the Cartels & Mexican President Want Dead
Steve Murphy
Former DEA Agent, involved in the Pablo Escobar investigation
U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration
Episode: Former Mob Boss Sits Down with the Narcos Agents Who Took Down Pablo Escobar

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Michael Franzese
Host of Sit Down with Michael Franzese

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 104 ratings
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    Podcast Addict
    5
    Whitaker
    24 days ago
  • Enough with the wines!

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

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    RodG64
    United States3 months ago
  • Great

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DP’67
    United States7 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 States8 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 States8 months ago

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A mix of controversial topics draws in audience engagement and debate.
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The show's authenticity and faith-centered framing appeal to fans of personal redemption narratives.

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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.
Russell Brand REVEALS Powerful People, Dark Cabals, and Hollywood Lies
Q: How did you first come to faith and what introduced you to Christ?
Michael asks about Brand's awakening; Brand recounts his exposure to Rick Warren and the moment he felt the truth of Christ despite initial skepticism, followed by deep Bible study during hardship that solidified his faith.
What Your Doctor Isn’t Telling You About Cancer — A Survivor Breaks It Down
Q: What steps should someone take after a cancer diagnosis?
Research the published papers on the specific cancer type, consult multiple experts, beware of relying solely on standard protocols, and advocate for a treatment plan that fits the individual's biology and values.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sit Down

What is Sit Down about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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. Greg Scarpa Jr
2. Russell Brand
3. Brett Oubre
4. Tommy Robinson
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6. Enrique Octavio De La Madrid Cordero
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