Ricca wasn't at the Atlantic City conference, but Accardo definitely was, he got the blue bird tattooed on his hand at the boardwalk, while Capone and others were having a private meeting. Capone allegedly told Accardo, "Kid, you're going to regret that later in life."
Yeah, as I mentioned I didn't personally find anything concrete that he was there, but that I saw other sites/sources suggesting it. The Accardo story is pretty good though.
Yes!! A Chicago video by a real,reputable channel! Keep up the good work,Jacob! Not too much out here on Ricca,Accardo or Chicago as opposed to the over saturation of the NY families. Great choices, also the Bruno & Philly videos were great and informative! 👌🏼👏🏽
Thank you for the kind words Nicole! There are so many Chicago stories that I could probably only focus on that and have 10 years worth of content. Here's hoping that I can return swiftly to the Windy City after I finish up Ricca. So many interesting characters to discuss.
The connection between the motion picture industry and the Outfit I found most interesting and somewhat parallels the connection in New York between Frank Costello and Tammany Hall. This is history not told in general in academic settings yet it explains larger events in a way that makes common sense - unlike in school textbooks where the essential corruption of the system is masked.
Yep, it was very interesting to explore the machinations, and at some point I'd like to go deeper on the whole 1943 extortion case and not just focus specifically on Ricca's involvement. What surprised me most was the involvement many years before in many unions, as we always seem to hear that the Hollywood case was Nitti's idea alone. I now know that it was the idea of all of the higher-ups, and the reason that Ricca and Accardo were mad at Nitti was that he didn't whack Bioff when they had the chance, not because he led them into that particular enterprise.
Ouch! That sunburn looks painful. Silver nitrate is a thing, as is coverup. You might want to invest in some makeup (since you insist on camera time) in case this happens again. lol Great job as always. Love to see your detailed report on the war for New York between the Mafia and Comorra. That seminal period of Organized Crime is underreported on TH-cam.
It's actually Rosacea, which I'm working on treating. It's getting better, but it's something I've been dealing with. I do agree it looks odd. I also had a black eye as my son and I bonked heads, but the show must go on.
@TheGanglandHistoryPodcast thats ok is it a form of dermatitis (eczema)? I had a rare form of it that stayed and afffected me mentally for 2 years during 16-18y.o the doctors and skin specialists aay i will have it forever, it is a rare form and a auti immune related. Glad i grew out of it ans i hopw you and anyone does too. Really affects your social life. 10 years past nothing left but the dented scars that used to be nodules that i used to pick, dig in and cut when i had it. @@TheGanglandHistoryPodcast
amazing video as always i just hope that the info being said were summed up a bit more perhaps turned into a mini documentry i think that would really help the growth of the channel also is there gonna be another video about angelo bruno and his reign in the 70"s?. nonethless thanks jacob for all the huge effort that you put into this channel and like i said if the information is summed up a bit more with an increase usage of photage and videos this channel will certainley gain a higher fanbase so keep it up bro
Thank you for the kind words! As Dan Carlin (from Hardcore History) is one of my inspirations for this podcast, unfortunately brevity is not my strong suite. I'm interested in the nitty gritty and sometimes forget that there is a story to tell, but I guess that's what makes my show different. I think there are some other content creators who don't go as in depth, but do a really fantastic job of sticking to the high points and keeping things moving.
I've got a few episodes in line ahead of Ricca Part Two, but then I'll be getting right back to it. "Benny Squints" is on my list, and I have some of his paperwork, but I think I need a bit more to make an episode worth listening to as he was just so darned elusive.
Yeah, I think it showed the influence of Ricca and Accardo. What I found most interesting was discovering that Ricca had already been extorting local Chicago movie unions in the 1930's, so it didn't appear to be just all Nitti's idea.
Thanks Chris! There are so many stories within this one story that I could have probably branched off 5 different times, but I tried to keep my focus on Ricca.
I saw some information suggesting the Ricca-Accardo conflict in some of the reports that will be shared in Part Two. I wasn't sure how to take it, since you don't really ever hear about that. Apparently they got over it.
@@TheGanglandHistoryPodcast send me your e-mail, so I can send you my written project. Its quite long and it also has all of the details. Im also a mob historian and im writing about the Outfit since the early 2010's.
I am sure you will get to him eventually, but "Curly" Humphreys was a force all by himself! If I remember correctly, he's credited as developing the fifth amendment. By the way, this is another quality addition to your growing body of work!!
Murray "The Camel" Humphreys deserves an episode all by himself. Same with Gus Alex and many other guys from The Outfit. My hope is to eventually cover them all.
Top 38 Mob Bosses of all time: Lucky Luciano, Tony Accardo/Paul Ricca, Carlo Gambino, Carlos Marcello, Santo Trafficante Jr., Frank Costello, Tommy Gagliano/Tommy Lucchese, Stefano Maggadino/Joe Bonanno, Philip Lombardo/ Chin Gigante, Russell Buffalino, Joseph Zerelli/Bill&Jack Tocco, Angelo Bruno, Raymond Patriarca, Sam DeCavalcante, Vito Rizzuto, John Scalish, John LaRocca, Joe Profaci, Nick Civella, Jack Dragna/Nicolo Licata, James Lanza, Paul Castellano, Frank Balistrieri, Fat Tony Salerno, Tony “Ducks” Corallo, Carmine “Junior” Persico, Liborio “Barney” Bellomo/Ernest “Ernie” Muscarella, Joey Merlino, Dom Cefalu, Vincent Mangano.
A very good video but why was there no mention of Sam Giancana at all during this video? Wasn't he a heavyweight and did he not for a time run the Outfit during these years?
Thank you! Giancana will most certainly be mentioned in Part Two as his ascension really gets going in the 1950's. The reason he wasn't in Part One was that I simply didn't see him mentioned together with Ricca during the time period that I covered in the reports that I found and showed. Now, there's no doubt that they knew each other in the 1930's and 1940's, but I stayed focused mostly on Ricca and everything else that was going on. Giancana becomes a bigger part of the equation for The Outfit from the 1950's - 1970's, and he will get his due in Part Two (though that will still be focused primarily on Ricca).
Had Frank resisted, this could have resulted in an intra-family civil war, though I don't know how many guys would have been behind Nitti. Had they all stayed on the streets, or if they all did their time and Nitti was alive, I think Nitti would have been shelved or whacked when they all got out.
You're 100% right. Pronunciation hasn't been one of my strong suits though I'm much better than when I started this podcast. This was one name I (admittedly) didn't look up the pronunciation because I thought it was easy. Turns out I was wrong about how to say it. Isn't the first time and likely won't be the last. Hopefully the rest of the episode was enjoyable.
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Ricca wasn't at the Atlantic City conference, but Accardo definitely was, he got the blue bird tattooed on his hand at the boardwalk, while Capone and others were having a private meeting. Capone allegedly told Accardo, "Kid, you're going to regret that later in life."
Yeah, as I mentioned I didn't personally find anything concrete that he was there, but that I saw other sites/sources suggesting it. The Accardo story is pretty good though.
Yes!! A Chicago video by a real,reputable channel! Keep up the good work,Jacob! Not too much out here on Ricca,Accardo or Chicago as opposed to the over saturation of the NY families. Great choices, also the Bruno & Philly videos were great and informative! 👌🏼👏🏽
Thank you for the kind words Nicole! There are so many Chicago stories that I could probably only focus on that and have 10 years worth of content. Here's hoping that I can return swiftly to the Windy City after I finish up Ricca. So many interesting characters to discuss.
Beautifully researched and narrated as always, Jacob!
Paul Ricca had the power of a Capone or a Gotti, but he had something they lacked: Longevity.
Thank you as always for the kind words and the Super Thanks Anders! I really do appreciate it.
The connection between the motion picture industry and the Outfit I found most interesting
and somewhat parallels the connection in New York between Frank Costello and Tammany Hall. This is history not told in general in academic settings yet it explains larger events in a way that makes common sense - unlike in school textbooks where the essential corruption of the system is masked.
Yep, it was very interesting to explore the machinations, and at some point I'd like to go deeper on the whole 1943 extortion case and not just focus specifically on Ricca's involvement. What surprised me most was the involvement many years before in many unions, as we always seem to hear that the Hollywood case was Nitti's idea alone. I now know that it was the idea of all of the higher-ups, and the reason that Ricca and Accardo were mad at Nitti was that he didn't whack Bioff when they had the chance, not because he led them into that particular enterprise.
You picked the most interesting guy in the Outfit.
Keep doing what you are doing.
I figured why not start at the top. I hope you enjoy!
Finally a Paul Ricca video
I hope you enjoy it Ismael!
Ouch! That sunburn looks painful. Silver nitrate is a thing, as is coverup. You might want to invest in some makeup (since you insist on camera time) in case this happens again. lol Great job as always. Love to see your detailed report on the war for New York between the Mafia and Comorra. That seminal period of Organized Crime is underreported on TH-cam.
It's actually Rosacea, which I'm working on treating. It's getting better, but it's something I've been dealing with. I do agree it looks odd. I also had a black eye as my son and I bonked heads, but the show must go on.
@TheGanglandHistoryPodcast thats ok is it a form of dermatitis (eczema)? I had a rare form of it that stayed and afffected me mentally for 2 years during 16-18y.o the doctors and skin specialists aay i will have it forever, it is a rare form and a auti immune related. Glad i grew out of it ans i hopw you and anyone does too. Really affects your social life. 10 years past nothing left but the dented scars that used to be nodules that i used to pick, dig in and cut when i had it. @@TheGanglandHistoryPodcast
I was about to say that, but thought it might sound rude. Glad you are a trooper. Really enjoy your thorough content!
amazing video as always i just hope that the info being said were summed up a bit more perhaps turned into a mini documentry i think that would really help the growth of the channel also is there gonna be another video about angelo bruno and his reign in the 70"s?. nonethless thanks jacob for all the huge effort that you put into this channel and like i said if the information is summed up a bit more with an increase usage of photage and videos this channel will certainley gain a higher fanbase so keep it up bro
Thank you for the kind words! As Dan Carlin (from Hardcore History) is one of my inspirations for this podcast, unfortunately brevity is not my strong suite. I'm interested in the nitty gritty and sometimes forget that there is a story to tell, but I guess that's what makes my show different. I think there are some other content creators who don't go as in depth, but do a really fantastic job of sticking to the high points and keeping things moving.
Thanks
Bro , love your channel , you have to come to Arkansas soon. Hot Springs has plenty of mafia activity to cover
Hot Springs will have to get an episode some day.
Very interesting. Enjoy your weekend
Thank you Doreen! Same to you.
First class as always, thank you so much!
Thank you for the kind words Smitty!
I grew up in the suburbs of Chicago . My Mother family was connected all way back to Al Capone. My Grandfather told me about Paul Ricca
This is brilliant work love the early deep dive on Rica. Definitely needs a part two
Do you think you’ll cover Phillip Loambardo?
I've got a few episodes in line ahead of Ricca Part Two, but then I'll be getting right back to it. "Benny Squints" is on my list, and I have some of his paperwork, but I think I need a bit more to make an episode worth listening to as he was just so darned elusive.
The Hollywood Extortion case shows who was really the BOSS
Yeah, I think it showed the influence of Ricca and Accardo. What I found most interesting was discovering that Ricca had already been extorting local Chicago movie unions in the 1930's, so it didn't appear to be just all Nitti's idea.
Hi Jacob - great to see another video from you. Loved it; lot of history covered. Thank you!! 😇😇😇
Thanks Chris! There are so many stories within this one story that I could have probably branched off 5 different times, but I tried to keep my focus on Ricca.
Definitely one of if not the best mob channel on YT! Keep up the great work man 🔥
Thank you for the kind words!
Very informative
Thanks John!
Good vid and tnx. Btw from 1952 until 1954/55 there was a conflict between Ricca and Accardo. I have a whole project about it.
I saw some information suggesting the Ricca-Accardo conflict in some of the reports that will be shared in Part Two. I wasn't sure how to take it, since you don't really ever hear about that. Apparently they got over it.
@@TheGanglandHistoryPodcast send me your e-mail, so I can send you my written project. Its quite long and it also has all of the details. Im also a mob historian and im writing about the Outfit since the early 2010's.
Apologies - didn't see this follow-up. You can email me at ganglandhistorypodcast@gmail.com.
@@TheGanglandHistoryPodcast no problem man. Thanks for the email and in fact, check it out.
@@TheGanglandHistoryPodcast I already did it. Please read the project and tell me what you think. Salut'
Phenomenal video; Ricca is the mobster I’ve found to be the most intriguing of them all.
Thank you! He certainly was an interesting study. He wasn't the type of guy to go into the unknown not knowning.
I am sure you will get to him eventually, but "Curly" Humphreys was a force all by himself! If I remember correctly, he's credited as developing the fifth amendment. By the way, this is another quality addition to your growing body of work!!
Murray "The Camel" Humphreys deserves an episode all by himself. Same with Gus Alex and many other guys from The Outfit. My hope is to eventually cover them all.
@@TheGanglandHistoryPodcast yes! Please do Humphries, Alex and Korshak! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Good video, new subscriber
Glad you enjoyed it James! Welcome aboard.
Thank you for the video! Amazing!
Thank you for the kind words!
great content, as always!!
Thank you for your support, as always!
First. Happy Friday bro
Thank you Felix! Happy Friday and I hope you enjoy the video.
Just finished badass! Need one on Carmine Persico. No one does the style and information as you!
You outdid yourself yourself this time Jacob
Thank you Ryan! I tried some new things here (been experimenting with some AI), and it helps when the subject is incredibly interesting.
Great video and were Paul Ricca and Tony Accardo the protégés of Al Capone? Was Johnny Rosselli a member of the Chicago Outfit?
Yaayyyy! Finally, ... droppin one on the Outfit. IMO the most powerful borgata ever at its peak. Ricca has a great story.. Good choice.
Thank you! It was a long time coming, and there are many more stories to tell for sure.
Detroit partnership was called that because of two factions joining together also having none italians as a part of the combination as they called it
What was the cause of death of Ricca?
He died of a heart attack at St. Luke’s Hospital in Chicago at age 74, on October 11, 1972
Top 38 Mob Bosses of all time: Lucky Luciano, Tony Accardo/Paul Ricca, Carlo Gambino, Carlos Marcello, Santo Trafficante Jr., Frank Costello, Tommy Gagliano/Tommy Lucchese, Stefano Maggadino/Joe Bonanno, Philip Lombardo/ Chin Gigante, Russell Buffalino, Joseph Zerelli/Bill&Jack Tocco, Angelo Bruno, Raymond Patriarca, Sam DeCavalcante, Vito Rizzuto, John Scalish, John LaRocca, Joe Profaci, Nick Civella, Jack Dragna/Nicolo Licata, James Lanza, Paul Castellano, Frank Balistrieri, Fat Tony Salerno, Tony “Ducks” Corallo, Carmine “Junior” Persico, Liborio “Barney” Bellomo/Ernest “Ernie” Muscarella, Joey Merlino, Dom Cefalu, Vincent Mangano.
Who is 39 and 40? 😂
@@TheGanglandHistoryPodcastSalvatore Sabella and 🤫Johnny “No Nose” DiFronzo? I think his name is???
What’s with the tan Jacob? Been going to the beach lately?
A very good video but why was there no mention of Sam Giancana at all during this video? Wasn't he a heavyweight and did he not for a time run the Outfit during these years?
Thank you! Giancana will most certainly be mentioned in Part Two as his ascension really gets going in the 1950's. The reason he wasn't in Part One was that I simply didn't see him mentioned together with Ricca during the time period that I covered in the reports that I found and showed. Now, there's no doubt that they knew each other in the 1930's and 1940's, but I stayed focused mostly on Ricca and everything else that was going on. Giancana becomes a bigger part of the equation for The Outfit from the 1950's - 1970's, and he will get his due in Part Two (though that will still be focused primarily on Ricca).
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Look we're not listen to you anymore Frank
Had Frank resisted, this could have resulted in an intra-family civil war, though I don't know how many guys would have been behind Nitti. Had they all stayed on the streets, or if they all did their time and Nitti was alive, I think Nitti would have been shelved or whacked when they all got out.
It's pronounced "day" Lucia, Not "dee" Lucia
You're 100% right. Pronunciation hasn't been one of my strong suits though I'm much better than when I started this podcast. This was one name I (admittedly) didn't look up the pronunciation because I thought it was easy. Turns out I was wrong about how to say it. Isn't the first time and likely won't be the last. Hopefully the rest of the episode was enjoyable.
@@TheGanglandHistoryPodcast meh, most of the mobster bio channels butcher the language anyway
Tough listen… put me to sleep. Sorry bro
It's okay. I'm not for everyone.
Gay
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Sir. Sam Giancana would be on Mt. Rushmore. So would Carlos Marcello