The Sit Down: A Crime History Podcast - Jeff Nadu

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Episode 17: Paul Castellano Jul 28, 2021

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On the 17th episode of the Sit Down, Jeff and BlackJack delve into an array of topics including the life of Paul Castellano. Paul was an interesting and controversial figure. He made a ton of money but he allowed a crack to develop in his family through his own hypocrisy. We also do a Q/A answering some listener questions and we chat about the announcement of a new Gotti film. As always thanks for listening and if you enjoy the show, please give us a deserved rating and leave us a comment! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 16: Tony Accardo Jul 21, 2021

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On the 16th episode of the Sit Down, Jeff and BlackJack get into the life of Chicago Outfit heavyweight Tony Accardo. Tony ultimately lived one of the most successful lifes in the history of organized crime. He could say something that no one else could, listen to find out. We also delve into how he took the Outfit from a gang to an organization after Capone, going into Vegas, his ability to avoid prison and his famous great grandsons. A legendary episode. As always thanks for listening and if you enjoy the show, please give us a deserved rating and leave us a comment! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 15: Roy DeMeo Jul 14, 2021

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On the 15th episode of the Sit Down, Jeff and BlackJack get into the wild life of Gambino Family capo Roy DeMeo. DeMeo is highly regarded as one of the most lethal people in the history of the Italian American mob. He and his crew believed in no body, no crime. The crew even established a method for killing and disposing of people. A truly violent episode of the Sit Down! As always thanks for listening and if you enjoy the show, please give us a deserved rating and leave us a comment! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 14: Anthony "Gaspipe" Casso Jul 07, 2021

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On the 14th episode of the Sit Down, Jeff and BlackJack get into the wild life of Lucchese Family underboss Anthony Casso. Casso rose from the docks of Brooklyn to an elaborate robbery crew to one of the most successful schemes in mob history. Casso ruled with an iron fist and is known as one of the most lethal people in the history of the Italian American mob. A truly violent episode of the Sit Down! As always thanks for listening and if you enjoy the show, please give us a deserved rating and leave us a comment! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 13: Kaboni Savage Jun 30, 2021

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On the 13th episode of the Sit Down, Jeff and BlackJack get into the sickening and disturbing life of drug dealer Kaboni Savage. Kaboni and his drug organization ruled the streets of Philadelphia for years including flooding the streets with hundreds of kilos of drugs and inflicting damage everywhere including targeting witnesses, their families and more. We also give our thoughts early on the new trailer for the "Many Saints of Newark" As always thanks for listening and if you enjoy the show, please give us a deserved rating and leave us a comment! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 12: Gregory "The Grim Reaper" Scarpa Jun 23, 2021

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On the 12th episode of the Sit Down, Jeff and BlackJack get into the wild life of Greg Scarpa. There aren't many people in the Mafia that have had a more interesting life than Scarpa. He made his way into becoming a made man in the Colombo Crime Family, then became a confidential FBI informant all while killing people and ascending to becoming a capo in the family. Ultimately a greedy mistake would take his health away and cost him his life. As always thanks for listening and if you enjoy the show, please give us a deserved rating and leave us a comment! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 11: Al Capone Jun 16, 2021

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On the 11th episode of the Sit Down, Jeff and BlackJack talk about the interesting life of the most recognizable gangster in American history, Al Capone. Capones reputation is interesting but it was all about connections and when you look back, he was born during the right time as he heads to Chicago to head up a large criminal syndicate. His problem would lie in the ledgers of his operation and his dismissal of a personal problem that would lead to his demise. As always thanks for listening and if you enjoy the show, please give us a deserved rating and leave us a comment! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 10: Carmine "The Snake" Persico Jun 09, 2021

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On the 10th episode of the Sit Down, Jeff and BlackJack delve into the twisted tale of Carmine Persico. Carmine got started in crime early and was a murderer by 17. He worked his way to the top of the Colombo Crime Family after commiting a big hit and creating wealth for the family. He also took the family through wars all while in prison. His end would blindly come from his loyalty to his blood family and his idiotic decisions late which would prove costly and cost him his freedom forever. As always thanks for listening and if you enjoy the show, please give us a deserved rating and leave us a comment! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 9: James "Whitey" Bulger Jun 02, 2021

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On the 9th episode of the Sit Down, Jeff and BlackJack delve into the wild tale of Whitey Bulger. Bulger assumed control of the Boston Irish Mob through treachery and murder. He also lived a double life through the purview of the federal government, evaded prosecution and then evaded capture for 16 years until he was caught and then met a violent end. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 8: Joe Massino May 26, 2021

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On the 8th episode of the Sitdown, Jeff and Blackjack delve into the wild tale of Big Joey Massino. Massino got his start on a lunch truck and someday became the boss of the Bonnano Crime Family. He takes the family through multiple power struggles and the fiasco involving "Donnie Brasco", something we delve into in depth. Massino lived an interesting life and was considered the "Last Don" of the American mob. PRESENTED BY STABLE DUEL: A Horse Racing Fantasy App Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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