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The Sit Down: A Crime History Podcast

Jeff Nadu
Gambino Crime Family
Mafia
Genovese Crime Family
Drug Trafficking
Bonanno Crime Family
John Gotti
Organized Crime
Lucchese Crime Family
Colombo Crime Family
New York
New York City
Joey Merlino
Sinaloa Cartel
Gambling
Philadelphia
San Gennaro Feast
Sports Betting
Brooklyn
FBI
Extortion

Welcome to the Sit Down, a crime history podcast that delves into the long obsessed archives of crime. Weekly, we look at the sinister and evil lives of the world's most ruthless people. Ones that are both alive and dead. Everything from the Mafia, to the drug trade, cartels, terrorists, war criminals, serial killers, white collar criminals and more. Hosted by Jeff Nadu.

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Today we delve into the life of alleged mobster Vito Guzzo Jr. Guzzo has been in the streets for years after following his Mafia member father into the Colombo Crime Family. After recently spending 30 years in federal prison the question is has he le... more

Today we delve into a few names in the Mafia to keep an eye on as we head into 2027. All of these mobsters are big earners and gaining power and respect that could make them high ranking bosses down the road.

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The old school mobster is becoming fewer and fewer in America. One man who is still doing it his way is Bonanno mobster Bruno Indelicato. Indelicato has been connected to the Mafia since the 70's and has been involved with some of the biggest events ... more

On the show today I delve into some of your Mob/organized crime questions including recent news and much more.

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Recent Guests

Ed McDonald
Former federal prosecutor; former head of the Brooklyn Strike Force; author
U.S. Department of Justice / Brooklyn Strike Force
Episode: Episode 270- Former Federal Prosecutor Ed McDonald
Kayce Smith
Barstool Sports host
Barstool Sports
Episode: Episode 267- Idaho Killer Bryan Kohberger Wants To Change Plea
Neil Moran
Former FBI agent, author of Stories
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
Episode: Episode 260- FBI Agent Neil Moran
Disturbed Reality
YouTube commentator focused on cartel content
Episode: Episode 251- Cartel Kingpin El Mencho Killed In Mexico
Khalif Mujahid
A former inmate serving nearly 50 years in prison and notable for his stories involving crime, prisons, and interactions with notorious criminal figures.
Episode: Episode 248- 50 Years In Federal Prison With John Gotti & The Aryan Brotherhood
Stefano Ritondale
Organized crime expert focusing on Latin America.
Artorias
Episode: Episode 244- The Venezuela Situation & Maduro
Eyone Williams
Former inmate who spent many years in federal prison; now a content creator on criminal justice topics.
DC Blacks, YouTube channel
Episode: Episode 236- Eyone Williams
Katarina Szulc
Organized crime journalist with experience covering cartels and related topics
Borderland Dispatches
Episode: Episode 233- Canadian Drug Trafficker Ryan Wedding
Seamus McElearney
FBI agent with a distinguished career in organized crime
Episode: Episode 230- FBI Agent Seamus McElearney

Host

Jeff Nadu
Host of The Sit Down: A Crime History Podcast

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 2.9k ratings
  • Damn the commercials

    I like the content, I like the story telling. I’m only on episode 14 but am about to stop listening. The commercial breaks are insane and always coming at the worst times. It’s almost like every 6 minutes there is another commercial break. Asking the audience, does it get any better in the later episodes? If it doesn’t it makes this podcast unbearable and I’ll never get through another 200 episodes

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    don johnson 83
    United Statesa month ago
  • Favorite podcast

    Long time listener ! I’ve been listening since you first started this episode 1 & it’s become a comfort show . Glad to have you back!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A0x3.
    United States3 months ago
  • Thank you

    I appreciate your work and that you appreciate your fans 🙏🫶🏼🍀🥾✅

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wisegirl 10100
    United States3 months ago
  • Yes!

    What a surprise to see you back! I go through podcasts like crazy, but yours is a staple for me. Hope to see more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ytrwqb
    United States3 months ago
  • What about an episode on William “Big Billy” D’Elia?

    Terrific content. I tend to listen to a bunch in a row. Billy was Russell Bufalino’s adopted son in a sense. I think you’d do a great job on this!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SEC Country wins Hunger Games
    United States6 months ago

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Audience notes high respect for host's research and storytelling ability.
Show is considered a high-quality, knowledgeable deep dive into organized crime history.
Feedback ranges from glowing admiration to calls for more factual rigor on some episodes.
Fans appreciate interviews and guest diversity while some critics seek tighter data verification.
Listeners praise breadth of topics from classic mob history to modern crime stories.

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#220
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Apple Podcasts
#188
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#203
Ireland/History
Apple Podcasts
#222
South Korea/History
Apple Podcasts
#224
South Africa/History

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 274- Answering Plenty Of Mafia Questions
Q: Was Frank Kelly whacked by the Gotti family?
No, that theory is not supported; the killing was carried out by Anthony Camello, and it has been discussed in depth in related videos and posts.
Episode 274- Answering Plenty Of Mafia Questions
Q: How many guys does a captain typically have in his crew, especially from the 90s to 2000s?
Typically 5 to 15 made men under a captain, with each making up a crew of associates; overall numbers vary by family and era, but captains often preside over several dozen total affiliates.
Episode 274- Answering Plenty Of Mafia Questions
Q: How many made men do you think there are in New York today? Do the bosses still meet?
There are probably around 500 made men who actually matter on charts, with many older and retired; meetings do still occur, but not in the robust, centralized way of the past.
Episode 256- Mafia News & Notes + Q/A
Q: What are your thoughts on Pete Davidson being cast as Tommy Pitera in an upcoming production?
The host expresses surprise but overall interest, emphasizing Davidson's range as an actor and the potential for a strong performance, while noting the importance of surrounding him with knowledgeable mob historians.
Episode 238- Thanksgiving Special | Answering Your Mafia Related Questions!
Q: Would combining two smaller families, say the Lucchese and Columbus, be better suited?
There'd be no point in combining; egos would get in the way.

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A history-focused crime show that chronicles organized crime, the mob, drug networks, cartels, and other high-profile cases through in-depth storytelling, archival research, and firsthand interviews. Episodes blend biography, case analysis, and medium- to long-form narratives, often weaving in media coverage, legal twists, and behind-the-scenes perspectives from law enforcement and prosecutors. A distinctive strength is the host's meticulous research, clear timelines, and a willingness to challenge conventional narratives, with frequent cross-references to notable figures, families, and major investigations. Listeners can expect a steady cadence of historically grounded crime history, supplemented by interviews and contemporary context that... more

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