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Scarpo versus Trafficante: A Florida Story

Scarpo versus Trafficante: A Florida Story

Retired Intelligence Detective Gary Jenkins interviews Tony Scarpo about his family and how they fought to establish themselves independently of the Trafficante Mafia Family. Tony’s grandfather migrated from Bari, Italy, to the Pennsylvania coalfields and moved to Tampa, Florida, for an opportunity. His grandfather, Antonio, fought off gangsters in Pennsylvania, and his father, Art Scarpo, … Scarpo versus Trafficante: A Florida Story Read More » The post Scarpo versus Trafficante: A Florida Story appeared first on Gangland Wire.

Scarpo versus Trafficante: A Florida Story

Scarpo versus Trafficante: A Florida Story

Retired Intelligence Detective Gary Jenkins interviews Tony Scarpo about his family and how they fought to establish themselves independently of the Trafficante Mafia Family. Tony’s grandfather migrated from Bari, Italy, to the Pennsylvania coalfields and moved to Tampa, Florida, for an opportunity. His grandfather, Antonio, fought off gangsters in Pennsylvania, and his father, Art Scarpo, … Scarpo versus Trafficante: A Florida Story Read More » The post Scarpo versus Trafficante: A Florida Story appeared first on Gangland Wire.

The Purple Gang of New York

The Purple Gang of New York

Retired intelligence detective Gary Jenkins explains the Purple Gang of East Harlem in this bonus episode. Subscribe to the Podcast for a new gangster story every week. Support the Podcast. Hit me up on Venmo for a cup of coffee or a shot and a beer @ganglandwire Click here to “buy me a cup of … The Purple Gang of New York Read More » The post The Purple Gang of New York appeared first on Gangland Wire.

Mafia Lawyers – Roy Cohn

Mafia Lawyers – Roy Cohn

Retired Intelligence Detective Gary Jenkins interviews an expert on Mob lawyers, Australian lawyer Tony Taouk, about Roy Cohn. We learn that Mr. Cohn was a flamboyant fixture in New York City and “made his bones” as the advisory lawyer to Senator Joseph McCarthy and the House Committee on Un-American activities during the 1950s. One of … Mafia Lawyers – Roy Cohn Read More » The post Mafia Lawyers – Roy Cohn appeared first on Gangland Wire.

Drew DiDonato – How to Rob a Bank

Drew DiDonato – How to Rob a Bank

Retired Intelligence Unit detective Gary Jenkins interviews Andrew DiDonato, a former mafia associate of the Gambino crew that Nicky Corazzo skippered. Andrew tells how Corazzo took him in and groomed him to be a part of his crew and how he made money for the Gambino family. He learned the hard way that there is … Drew DiDonato – How to Rob a Bank Read More » The post Drew DiDonato – How to Rob a Bank appeared first on Gangland Wire.

Anthony Ruggiano – Gambino Associate Tells All

Anthony Ruggiano – Gambino Associate Tells All

Retired Intelligence Unit detective Gary Jenkins talks with former Gambino Crime Family associate Anthony Ruggiano about his life as the son of Gambino member Fat Andy Ruggiano. Anthony Ruggiano was born into Mob life and never had a chance. It was a typical day for him as a young man to meet others at his … Anthony Ruggiano – Gambino Associate Tells All Read More » The post Anthony Ruggiano – Gambino Associate Tells All appeared first on Gangland Wire.

Gone in 60 Seconds with Vic Ferrari

Gone in 60 Seconds with Vic Ferrari

Vic Ferrari's colorful and unique storytelling style entertains and enlightens simultaneously. The post Gone in 60 Seconds with Vic Ferrari appeared first on Gangland Wire.

Drew DiDonato – Gone in 60 Seconds

Drew DiDonato – Gone in 60 Seconds

Interview with Gambino associate Andrew DiDonato - a Gone in 60 seconds car thief The post Drew DiDonato – Gone in 60 Seconds appeared first on Gangland Wire.

What happened Sin City Gangsters?

What happened Sin City Gangsters?

Retired Intelligence Detective Gary Jenkins discusses the new book Sin City: The Rise and Decline of the Mob in Las Vegas with author Jeffrey Sussman. As you may know, your host, Gary Jenkins, chased the #mafia around Kansas City while they were secretly skimming millions from Sin City or Las Vegas casinos. Jeffrey Sussman has … What happened Sin City Gangsters? Read More » The post What happened Sin City Gangsters? appeared first on Gangland Wire.

Mr. Stinky Feet Finds a Killer

Mr. Stinky Feet Finds a Killer

Retired intelligence detective Gary Jenkins interviews Jim Cosgrove, aka Mr. Stinky Feet, a Kansas City children’s entertainer and author. Mr. Cosgrove reports on a multi-year investigation he conducted and chronicled in his book Ripple: A Long Strange Search for a Killer. This investigation takes him into the Low Country of South Carolina, where he finds … Mr. Stinky Feet Finds a Killer Read More » The post Mr. Stinky Feet Finds a Killer appeared first on Gangland Wire.

Tony Accardo and his Daughter

Tony Accardo and his Daughter

Retired Intelligence Unit Detective Gary Jenkins tells some stories he got from a childhood friend of the Tony Accardo family. We learn about the time “the boys” gave the daughter a new Triumph sports car. She graduated from high school, and she and a girlfriend headed west without parental approval. They had a few real … Tony Accardo and his Daughter Read More » The post Tony Accardo and his Daughter appeared first on Gangland Wire.

Lucky Luciano and Operation Underworld

Lucky Luciano and Operation Underworld

Retired Intelligence Detective Gary Jenkins interviews Matt Black about his new book about how Navy Commander Charles Haffenden recruited Lucky Luciano and Socks Lanza into Operation Underworld. We learn the U.S. Navy was alarmed by the sinking of the world’s largest cruise liner, USS Normandie, while it was cocked at New York Harbor being converted … Lucky Luciano and Operation Underworld Read More » The post Lucky Luciano and Operation Underworld appeared first on Gangland Wire.

There’s More Bodies Out There!

There’s More Bodies Out There!

Retired Intelligence Detective Gary Jenkins interviews noted true crime filmmaker and author Rick Porrello. You will remember Mr. Porrello from Kill the Irishman, the story of the Cleveland Celtic Warrior, Danny Greene. Rick has a new Book titled There’s More Bodies Out There: The True Story of a Mafia Associate and a Cop Who emerge … There’s More Bodies Out There! Read More » The post There’s More Bodies Out There! appeared first on Gangland Wire.

How to Research and Write Crime Fiction

How to Research and Write Crime Fiction

Intelligence detective Gary Jenkins interviews a mystery and thriller fiction writer, Jode Millman about her research and writing process. In Ms. Millman’s recent thriller, Hooker Avenue, she was inspired by a true crime involving sex workers in the Hudson Valley of New York. She also had a personal connection to those crimes. During the late … How to Research and Write Crime Fiction Read More » The post How to Research and Write Crime Fiction appeared first on Gangland Wire.

Chicago Mob War – Sam Carlisi

Chicago Mob War – Sam Carlisi

Retired Intelligence Detective Gary Jenkins and Outfit historians Camillus Robinson and Paul Whitcombe discuss Sam Carlisi, The Chicago Outfit, and the time when the government after Sam Carlisi and his crew. They operated in Western Cook and DuPage Counties throughout the 1980s. Sam Carlisi was called “Wings” and some people believe it was in his … Chicago Mob War – Sam Carlisi Read More » The post Chicago Mob War – Sam Carlisi appeared first on Gangland Wire.

Mob Stories from the Front Line – Bonus

Mob Stories from the Front Line – Bonus

Retired Intelligence Detective Gary jenkins tells a couple of stories about the recently deceased Kansas City mobster, Willie Cammisano. Transcript Well hey all you wiretappers out there back here in the studio as you can see. We had our the last man standing in the way the Kansas City mafia and he’s younger than me … Mob Stories from the Front Line – Bonus Read More » The post Mob Stories from the Front Line – Bonus appeared first on Gangland Wire.

Luigi the Zip – A True Mafia Hitman

Luigi the Zip – A True Mafia Hitman

Retired Intelligence Detective Gary Jenkins interviews Michael Vecchione about his book; Homicide Is My Business: Luigi the Zip―A Hitman’s Quest for Honor. A retired New York City criminal prosecutor, Michael Vecchione, tells how he met Luigi Ronsisvalle and gives us an intimate look at the life of a professional killer. Luigi told Mr. Vecchione about … Luigi the Zip – A True Mafia Hitman Read More » The post Luigi the Zip – A True Mafia Hitman appeared first on Gangland Wire.

How the Mafia Robs Jewelry Salesmen

How the Mafia Robs Jewelry Salesmen

Retired Mafia Detective Gary Jenkins tells how Mafia gangsters set up and rob jewelry salesmen. You may not know, but every day in the U.S., thousands of honest, hardworking salesmen load up their sales cases and hit the road to show their samples of gold, silver, or platinum jewelry with diamonds, rubies, emeralds, or other … How the Mafia Robs Jewelry Salesmen Read More » The post How the Mafia Robs Jewelry Salesmen appeared first on Gangland Wire.

The Night of the Sicilian Vespers Fact or Myth?

The Night of the Sicilian Vespers Fact or Myth?

Intelligence detective Gary Jenkins looks closely at the week after Lucky Luciano and Meyer Lansky murdered the last of the old-school Mob guys, Salvatore Marazano. For many years, several books by respected authors repeated a story that as many as 60 old-school Black Handers were murdered across the United States. The accepted theory was that … The Night of the Sicilian Vespers Fact or Myth? Read More » The post The Night of the Sicilian Vespers Fact or Myth? appeared first on Gangland Wire.

The Art of Mafia Geneology

The Art of Mafia Geneology

Intelligence detective Gary Jenkins interviews Mafia genealogist about the art and science of searching out and documenting the family roots of various mob bosses. Justin Cascio has a great website called Mafia Geneology. Click the link to read some of the many stories Justin has learned and shared on his site. Support the Podcast Hit … The Art of Mafia Geneology Read More » The post The Art of Mafia Geneology appeared first on Gangland Wire.

Joe Valachi Love Him of Hate Him?

Joe Valachi Love Him of Hate Him?

Retired Intelligence Detective Gary Jenkins and Camullis Robinson deconstruct Joe Valachi. What was his criminal background? What kind of crimes did Joe Valachi commit? Who was he connected to? Why did he think he was targeted for murder? Joe Valachi was born in 1904. He was not the sharpest tool in the toolbox. Joe Valachi … Joe Valachi Love Him of Hate Him? Read More » The post Joe Valachi Love Him of Hate Him? appeared first on Gangland Wire.