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The Underworld Podcast

The Underworld Podcast
Drug Trafficking
Sinaloa Cartel
Organized Crime
Cocaine
New York City
DEA
Adnan Khashoggi
Pablo Escobar
Mafia
Fentanyl
Russian Mafia
Violence
Ecuador
World War II
Cali Cartel
Human Trafficking
Methamphetamine
Philippines
Money Laundering
Iran-Contra Affair

Underworld exposes the secret world of transnational criminal networks that have flourished since there were banks to bust, drugs to smuggle, and scams to run. Journalists Danny Gold and Sean Williams bring their experience reporting on dangerous people and organizations to take listeners on a global tour of mobsters, warlords and crooks - from Brooklyn to Beijing, from the streets to the boardroo... more

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Meet the Stopwatch Gang: three polite Canadian crooks turned bank robbery into a precision sport, hitting over 140 banks across North America and walking away with $15 million without firing a single shot. They wore presidential Halloween masks, esca... more

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Vassilis Paleokostas, and his big brother Nikos, grew up shoeless in a Greek mountain village. When the boys moved to a city, they discovered a talent for robbery — and honed it with a mysterious criminal known locally as The Artist.

Before long, th... more

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When Mexican special forces killed El Mencho in February 2026, the throne of Mexico's most powerful cartel was up for grabs. But there's one man who many assumed would be taking over: Juan Carlos Valencia González, a 41-year-old California-born dual... more

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When Paraguay extradited French-Corsican heroin kingpin Auguste Ricord to the US in 1972, some thought Paraguay’s narco trafficking days might be numbered. If anything they were just beginning. Within years the tiny nation had welcomed Hong Kong Tria... more

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Recent Guests

Norvaline Buenas Aires
Correspondent reporting from Lima, Peru
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Episode: The Triple Frontier: Triads, Hezbollah and Narco Heavies
Sorengo Whipps Jr.
President of Palau
Palau government
Episode: The Trillion Dollar Scam King Gangster Taking Over
Jozef Skurdlik
New Lines Magazine contributor (author)
New Lines Magazine
Episode: The Narco Fugitive who Took Over an African Country
Owen Grillo
Mexico city-based reporter, author/Crash Out Media Essential Reading
Crash Out Media
Episode: El Mencho Dead! And Mexico Explodes
Michael Pahlberg
Political science professor
Episode: War in Venezuela?!?! Narcoterrorism, Maduro and Trump
Phil Gunson
Crisis Group's man in Caracas
Episode: War in Venezuela?!?! Narcoterrorism, Maduro and Trump
Ian Frisch
Journalist, writer, and author of 'Inside the Cartel'
Co-author of 'Inside the Cartel'
Episode: The Cartel World's Donnie Brasco w/ Ian Frisch
Peter Barth
Investigative journalist with Bellingcat, researched the Dixie Mafia and its impact on Texas murders.
Bellingcat
Episode: The Dixie Mafia's Texas Millionaire Murders
Evan Ratliff
New York-based writer, reporter, podcaster, author of The Mastermind about Crazy Crime Boss Paul Le Roux
WIRED Magazine
Episode: The Wild, Murderous Rampage of the Zizians

Hosts

Danny Gold
Co-host of the podcast, described as a documentarian and fiercely reputed lover, he often brings in-depth insights into the stories of organized crime.
Sean Williams
Co-host and renowned magazine writer, he contributes wit and depth to the podcast's exploration of crime stories and their cultural implications.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • On a short list…

    This is arguably one of the bust podcasts out there, irrespective of genre. Legitimately entertaining. This is a genre that’s easy to render insufferable, but you guys add charm to well researched topics and clearly aren’t interested in picking the low hanging fruit or pandering to any particular ideology. I truly hope you find a way to get this out to a wider market. Big fan.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YUsucksobad
    United States13 days ago
  • The best

    Amazing research and detail, both have great delivery and are entertaining, very little sidetracked chatter like many other podcasts, funny as well. One of the best by far and I cover them all

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ken powers
    United Statesa month ago
  • Denzel Washington

    American Gangster was great. Just give it a second chance. Denzel is pretty much great in everything. Good guy, bad guy one of the greatest actors of all time. Could’ve been a stupid black exploitation movie, but I thought it was far from that… first viewing. I thought it was good. On second viewing, I thought it was great. That’s just the way I felt after watching the movie. Your opinion counts just as much as mine, even though it’s wrong lol love your show. Makes me laugh, takes a dark subject... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    J Clam
    United States3 months ago
  • Slow Down !

    Lots of great information. Unfortunately the host speeds through every thing he says and all the great info gets lost in his nonstop rapid fire delivery.

    Slow down my friend. You have great stuff to say. Take your time!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    ahpower
    United States3 months ago
  • TRUE JOURNALISM ON TRUE CRIME.

    I have just stumbled upon this.

    This is not just another “the best and truest true crime” podcast. This is Informative and no nonsense on organized crime.

    I can't compliment these guys' work enough!

    And as a Dane, I also want to say thanks for the episodes on Sweden’s Gangland and Child Soldiers, sadly it’s getting more and more relevant to us in Denmark.

    Big Hug from Monica Lea

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Frk.papaya
    Denmark3 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the blend of storytelling and humor, although some criticize the tendency for off-topic banter. Many find the topics intriguing and well-researched, while others feel the podcast sometimes lacks focus.
Feedback ranges from praise for its insightful coverage of crime to criticism for rapid tangents and the occasional oversaturation of ads. Listeners express a desire for deeper dives into specific subjects, reflecting a hunger for more thorough narratives. Some admire the hosts for their chemistry and engaging styles, indicating a strong connection with the audience.

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The Tijuana Cartel's Bloody Rise and Fall
Q: What was the relationship between the Tijuana cartel and the Sinaloa cartel?
Initially, they started as friends and allies, but tensions rose over territory disputes and tax payments, leading to violent confrontations.
Burmese Warlords, Gangsters & A Scam Utopia
Q: Why do the gangs target actors like Wang Xing?
It's believed that they target actors because of previous connections in the movie business, which allows the gangs to manipulate the actors into compromising situations.
The Dixie Mafia's Texas Millionaire Murders
Q: Can you explain the nature of the Dixie Mafia?
Peter characterizes the Dixie Mafia not as a structured organization but a loosely connected group of Southern gangsters that emerged after Prohibition, engaging in various criminal activities.
The Dixie Mafia's Texas Millionaire Murders
Q: How did you get involved in this story?
Peter shares that he heard of the killings decades ago while visiting family in Corpus Christi, and it sparked his interest in organized crime journalism.
The Dixie Mafia: Gone South w/Jed Lipinski
Q: How did Kirksey Nix get connected to the Dixie Mafia?
Kirksey Nix, born into a prominent family, became associated with the Dixie Mafia through petty crimes, leading to his involvement in significant criminal activities and eventually murder.

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Exploring the clandestine realm of transnational crime, this podcast unveils the operations of various criminal networks around the globe, from traditional mobsters to modern warlords. Episodes offer listeners a deep dive into the lives of infamous figures and the complex narratives behind organized crime, encompassing a range of topics from drug trafficking to high-stakes scams. With a distinctive storytelling style, the hosts blend historical context with modern-day implications, ensuring a captivating and enlightening experience for those intrigued by the darker aspects of society.

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The Underworld Podcast launched 6 years ago and published 346 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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2. Sorengo Whipps Jr.
3. Jozef Skurdlik
4. Owen Grillo
5. Michael Pahlberg
6. Phil Gunson
7. Ian Frisch
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