How I Survived The Mafia Life | Michael Franzese
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- 👉👉Check out the store: store.michaelf... Having spent over 20 years as a Mobster, I should be either dead or in prison for the rest of my life. That's what I deserved, probably what I earned... For some reason I'm not... Here's why I survived the mob life and how I am still alive!
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What a time to be alive when you have a ex-mob guy able to tell his stories freely on the internet .
Seriously
Multiple guys!!
It is weird anyway. I do not imagine a former terrorist, for instance, doing the same.
@@gtella31 Me either. lol
With a positive and loving message
Very inspirational for me - irrespective of your trials and tribulations, I'm certain that integrity, honor and respect is just part of who you are as a soul! Thanks Mr. Franzese - from Cape Town, South Africa!
This content is so good, I've been watching youtube for years and when I see Micheal has posted it makes my day, a channel hasnt made me react like that in years. So so good 👌
The moment you said there’s plenty of room for everybody here, shows what kind of person you are. I pray all the best for you sir! I hope your story be produce into a movie or tv series in the near future!
The moment he referred to the Muslim guy as a brother does aswell
@@katonnor I’m a Muslim and I respect him for saying that as well 🙏🏽
INVITE SAMMY ON DO A VIDEO WITH HIM PLEASE MIKEY AND TALK ABOUT GUY'S WE NEVER HEAR OF THAT YOU CAN MENTION
We are all brothers and sisters. Thank you for that message.
I've always loved your videos. I love your spirit even more. You are the definition of REDEMPTION! Sir, you're a national treasure. I know that may sound weird for some, but you are an example of faith, forgiveness, and selflessness. You could have taken the easy road, but you took the road less traveled. Respect sir, and God bless!
What a gracious man
You are a good man, keep up the good work...I appreciate what you do.
Your confessionals are compelling to watch. To see someone with your background opening up about his life is extraordinary. Nobody but you and God will know if you have sincerely changed for the better. As you pointed out, you can’t scam God. I am rooting for you to do more good things.
Mr Franzese
What you do is a lot more than tell ‘mob’ stories.
Even if you're not a Christian or even an atheist, you have to appreciate that Michael's faith worked for HIM and that's a part of his story that he feels is important and can't be left out. Glad you're doing well Michael and stay safe!
GOD BLESS YOU. MR. FRANESE🙏✌️💪👌👍
Mike, there are very few big mobsters who died in their on beds with little prison time. Phil Lombardo, Tony Accardo, Gambino, Lansky, Patriarca, etc; you very well might've joined that list. Smart guy like you, continued success isn't by accident.
“For many are called, but few are chosen.” So, as those who have been chosen of God, holy and beloved, put on a heart of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience; bearing with one another, and forgiving each other, whoever has a complaint against anyone; just as the Lord forgave you, so also should you."
The man, the myth, the legend.
Forgiveness frees you
Unfortunately, a lot of people in social media are so negative. Just know that the majority of us here, understand and appreciate what you do. Thanks.
Social media, and the internet in general, is a thorny rose.
Very true ...negativity is very common ..it's like a disease...I despise it
We sure do!
@@brendancronin3796 yeah mafia is like a medicine to society....suuuch a bad world where ex gangster is beeing thrown some negativity.....and he was throwing roses to the world his 25 years of life, yeah...
@@michaelfranzese Hello Michael may YHWH bless you always All who seek forgiveness will find it on that Day YHWH the Heavenly Father and the Messiah YHSWH aka Jesus aka Joshua knows your heart my friend don't listen to nay sayers
Because Jesus made you an offer you can't refuse.
Amen!
He may not know it, but Michael did that all by himself.
True, but like Barry said, he had to be brave enough to take that offer
That's right. Jesus is the the REAL Boss!
Amen Amen.
The best part about this channel is the fact that Michael is so honest about his crimes and the life he lived, but never glorifies it or makes excuses
@@gastropod557 Boo to your comment. Let it go or don’t watch.
@@gastropod557 he is NOT making money from being a mobster.
Yeah. He's a real angel.
@@gastropod557 the government? He did that
Mr. Franzese I don’t mind you repeating yourself I could listen to you talk all day sir. Thanks for the stories and God bless.
How is Michael Franzese still alive? He's almost 70 and he doesn't look a day over 50, he's got a long way to go. Keep up the good work!
He don't look almost 70, but look good for his age as a white person, that's fact!
I'm 33 and probably look rougher then him dude looks hella young
@Michael check back in 2055.
I would like to know his secret keeping young
The Sicilians have that gene, unlike northern Italians.
Who woulda thought a Born-Again Christian Mob Capo would be such a reasonable and straight forward man!
And 1 of the realest people on TH-cam.
As a Christian, I don’t understand why he wouldn’t be.
Lots of people talk "reasonably" till they got you in the corner at the back of the bar and suddenly there's a glint in their eye and they're smiling because they got a knife at your throat. Not talking about anybody on YT. I'm just saying.
@@Cryptonymicus So Christians should always keep their opinions to themselves? Where there is somebody suffering? When a Christian has the answers that you personally don’t ask, or care about, but will heal the wounds of somebody, and save their life, and their soul.
God spared him for a reason, his life lessons are a warning to others, glad he shared it
Michael Laman
Let me get this straight. God spared Michael Franzese, & there little innocent children at St Jude & other Hospitals who dying of cancer?
That’s what I call blind faith.
@@JC_inc I got cancer , stage 3, because a doctor made a mistake, I was very lucky to beat it, my blind faith saved me then, no one knows why God allows the innocent to suffer and spares others who have done evil and changed, God does what he wills according to his design not ours
Michael Laman
Absolutely!
Hope your doing well! 🙏
Michael got a question I would love for you to answer and don't think you covered anything about the providence ri/ Massachusetts mob did you know raymond L.s. patriarca?? Or Jerry tillinghast ?Thank you for reading if you see this and if you can please answer been a long time viewer especially every monday
@@JC_inc Faith is indeed blind.
If it wasn't it isn't Faith.
You won't lose anything with itt.
And its better than nothing.
Sometimes fooling yourself could help you cope with your problems and not just giving up entirely.
It could even slightly induce a Placebo effect.
The truth isn't always what is needed.
It might set you free.
But then what?
You helped me forgive my family for leaving me for dead while I did 24 years. I'm 45 and I have a story to tell. Would love to exchange ideas even on a spiritual level.
Mike, love your motivational videos and all your insight. The fact these videos are free is amazing!! Thank you, Sir!! God Bless
I second that motion.
Lets not remind him they are free. Thanks.
As a Sopranos fan I enjoy the full story and not only the mob stuff
Absolutely love you're channel.
I'm not religious but admire the views you have and the way you have turned you're life around.
I Absolutely love anything to do with cosa nostra, the movies and sopranos.
Much love from England 🇬🇧
RESPECT to any man who has walked one side of life and has learned to live in another...it is FAR harder to unlearn something than it is to learn it, ESPECIALLY such a DEEPLY ROOTED lifestyle.
There’s a humility that radiates from him. He seems like a great guy. Keep up the good work, Mike!!!!
The Holy Spirit will do that to someone 🙏🙏🙏
Its one, not the only, things I respect about him. More Christians need to learn that humility.
I was raised Catholic myself and don't consider myself particularly religious these days, but I gotta say, your videos are breath of fresh air and probably do a lot more good than a lot of other Christians I've come across in my life. The way you speak about your faith while not judging others who believe differently is pretty inspiring.
Michael Franzese your story of spiritual rehabilitatin is inspiring. The stories you tell, and the lessons they teach are something many people need to hear. Your narration is top notch and your insights are invaluable. God bless my friend....may the almighty God continue to use you as a vessel for change and social reform
I will never get tired of hearing you speak about how Jesus saved your life. We appreciate the content. God bless!
Do South Africans like stories about La Cosa Nostra mafia?
Crazy Lebo Benita Gallo
We stand with ya mike
Amen
✝️🙏
As an atheist i have no problem with Michael sharing his faith.
I seriously wonder have christians ever even read a Wikipedia article in their life or what
You're not gonna be an atheist for long with that attitude, I thought the same way when I was a disbeliever.
It’s ok to have questions it’s not like we are born with the knowledge what we call the afterlife. It a journey that we all take in one way or another. Some get the question answered early in life and some get it on the final moments.
@@Rahab111222 I’ve been an atheist for 10 of my 21 years
@@pussyslayerrobloxplayer6917 - stfu
Mr. Franzese, I can't tell a lie:
When I first heard of your TH-cam channel and outreach ministry, I dismissed it as just another scheme/front from a an allegedly retired Mafioso.
I was wrong, and for that I sincerely apologize as one man to another.
Blessings to you and your family....
Another Muslim here who watches all your videos! 👏🏽
🌷THIS MAN IS LEBANESE
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Thanks for your comment. Some months ago I came to admire him for the respect he shows to those of other faiths. I believe in Jesus Christ as Michael does but I know we can't twist anyone's arm to believe as we do. I don't want anyone twisting my arm. I just wanted to acknowledge your response and wish you well. One of the old comedians, Red Skelton, used to end his shows with, "And may God bless...."
Michael- I became a fan through my love of all things mafia- but have remained one for your remarkable transformation into a Godly man. Your story is extraordinary and God definitely has a purpose for you.✨
"The God Thing" is a very real thing. He just rescued me again today.
my wife didn't like it when I told her that everyone in the family needs to be an earner.
Did you say "Earn-er"? Or was it like "Earn-uh"?
I'm glad your mom's prayers kept you safe, God bless you and your family. Keep up the amazing stories and positivity!
-Another one of your Muslim brothers
“Those who plant in tears will harvest with shouts of joy.”
Psalms 126:5 NLT
Hope all is well family.
Do you think raging bull would be a good mob movie Monday? You could discuss how they controlled boxing for many years. Take care paisan
A wise man once said "It will not be easy in the beginning, but it will be worth it in the end"
Keep up the great work Michael cheers mate
Im gonna start showing up to work at random hours. When they ask why, “ forgettaboutit!”...
🤣🤣
"back in 1991, almost 20 years ago"
I wish that was only 20 years ago 🙁
I heard the too😂
I was born in 87 😭
@@ttvdinoalf6063 83 for me lol
@@gorillachronicles I feel for ya bro 🤣..took forever to get to 18 ...then 21 but shit please slow down I don’t no where the time went
For real, my 20s felt like 20 years, soon as I hit 30 shit just went into hyperspeed
I am glad that you got out of the life. They have a terrible retirement plan.
They let you retire, but to an extent. You still have to attend meetings and stuff but you don’t have to be as “active” out in the streets. Oh and you keep your money too.
@Miguel Mauro or a bat to the head when you least expect it!🤕
@Miguel Mauro or life in prison.
Michael can you do a American Christmas vs Italian Christmas? Like food, present, party, and more.
I love your story thank you for sharing every week. My poor Brothers in jail. He got seven more years ago. He's in there for something that someone else did. He went in there in a very young age. 22 now he's 45. Life is not fair sometimes.
Love what you're doing, brother! These days we are essentially taught to hate those with whom we disagree. I wish everyone would hear your message and your testimony and take it to heart. We would all be better for it. Keep up the GREAT work, God bless, and Merry Christmas, sir.
Michael: You go away for life for murder. That's the deal.
Sammy the Bull: Hold my beer.
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Hold my shinebox
I heard things...I heard things.
🤣🤣
@big boss For drug charges not murder
You Sir talk a tremendous amount of common sense and show total compassion for for your fellow man I salute you.
It's amazing how much life changes when you give your worries and troubles to God.
In my case, it was the opposite. My life and health didn’t improve until I walked from religion and took charge of my own life instead of waiting for a fictional character to do it for me. You can love Harry Potter as much as if he was real, but waiting for your letter from Hogwarts isn’t going to do you any good.
@@Author.Noelle.Alexandria I respect your opinion. I only speak for myself, I was atheist all my life, drank, did blow, shot at people, cheated, was sitting in jail and cried out to God, I stopped doing all those things I used to do, got involved with the church, help homeless. All I can say is, what bad comes from having faith in a God whose message is a message of forgiveness, mercy, love one another. I wish you the best and long life. Thanks for your input. Have a nice day, God bless.
@@b-rye428 mashalla
I appreciate your story and heartening message especially as you give credit to God's providence. Sort of analogy - started as Saul, now living as Paul.
Astute analogy Chris Soto
it's strange that even people who don't believe in God, pray to him when things are really bad
its more like lady luck then anything, I don't believe in god but it doesn't mean I wouldn't think it would be nice if some guy or girl almighty powerful allknowing was looking out for you!
I don't think they do ...god is abstract and people tend to reach for anything when they panic...
Not me, baby.
But I do believe that it is the height of arrogance to trash someone's sincerely held beliefs. As long as Christians don't try to push some rank hypocrisy like "Donald Trump was sent by God to save us all," I'll continue to give them that respect.
There are no atheists in the foxholes.
That is 100% not true lol
The hardest thing to do in life is forgiving others but when you think about jesus forgiving us humans for our sins , it’s a easy thing to do 🙏🙏
Michael, you're going to hear "well done my good and faithful servant" ... and you'll get a crown! Thank you for being an awesome ambassador for our King Jesus!
I can’t wait for the day you and Sammy have a sit down and produce a joint episode or 2 for sammy’s new podcast!
same, would be an interesting watch
@@user-ef5yb4op9pthat's what I got at first but in recent videos, I've heard them kinda lowkey "tip their hat" to each other. Michael has said a couple positive things recently suggesting he's okay with sammy at the least, and I've heard sammy talk about a possible sit down with Mike. Sounds like they are trying to work things out in some way, I dunno.
It’s meant to be happening shortly
Michael, when are you doing the Joe Pistone interview? That one would be more interesting than Sammy Gravano, in my opinion.
I’m here because this is a Christian channel lol. Not gonna lie though, the mob stuff is really entertaining too
100%
I really love Michael’s Christian perspectives and guidance/advice.
I always feel so uplifted and enlightened. I feel as though one can feel what I refer to as “godly energy” through these videos.
Feels good man.
I’d like to know what’s worse, shaving money off fuel or relocating an operation to clear the same percentage.
@@richardkammerer2814 What does
that mean?
Anybody else see Coppola released a new version of the Godfather III? It's called the Godfather Coda: The Death of Michael Corleone. Just came out last week.
Will be best part in our time I think 🤔
Hollywood hasn't had an original idea for 20 years. It's all remakes, sequels and comic book movies.
" Blood is not thicker than water , but it's still family . " Absolutely life changing ..
Amen, Heard your testimony a few time at our church in Bakersfield California and we really enjoyed it! GOD Bless you my brother! Great word!
You've made an amazing turnaround, Michael. I'm glad you've changed and that you're here to tell us your stories!
/announcers voice
_"....He IS the Most Interesting Man in the World...."_
But seriously - I love how you are standing up for God.
Your god needs people to stand up for him?
You are living gods plan michael,keep doing good things in your new life!
Michael survived the mob life because he's a wise man and God had a different plan for him.
Ok bro
PERFECTLY SAID!
🙏💜
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Oops I'm sorry a boo boo in my pocket error
I enjoyed this “come to Jesus” set of anecdotes greatly. Keep these coming, Michael.
The level of understanding and love to accept your father agreeing with a contract on your life and still only speaking highly of him. Absolute class.
Totally. That's what I love about Michael. He knows the "Family" and what's it all about.
Thank you for this, Mikey- I'm a recent addition to your "crew" and just a few days away from the 3-year anniversary of finally fully giving my life to Christ. I love hearing the testimonies of my brothers and sisters and your story is truly an encouraging and inspirational one. Buon Natale and God bless you.
"I'm gonna go get the papers, get the papers"
Joey two times
Jimmy not Joey
I feel like Michael is my long lost uncle that always gives the best advice.
I’m with you Mike , Praise The Lord !
Michael, I believe that it is a miracle that you found Christ and turned your life around so to speak. That is what He taught us and how we are supposed to live is in that belief that we can be saved. God Bless.
Side note: He's alive cause God had other plans.... Simple 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Absolutely!👍
And he’s smart as well.
Ramsey Bolton that doesn't make any sense cause there are alot of mob snitches that are alive today like Sammy the Bull 🤷🏼♂️
The Father works in mysterious ways. You were meant to stay here, Michael. Thank you for showing us a view into your life!
You’re the smartest ex-mafia member ever 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Fantastic message on forgiveness and trying your best to love your fellow man. Thank you Michael.
We can all agree that it's a blessing you survived the life you lived!!!! Happy to be a part of your audience!!!!
You should do a series on the five families. History behind how each one came to be, the relationships you had with members of those families and which families like each other and which ones don’t. Also maybe where each family operates out of, etc. that would be great.
I wasn't even that interested in mobs then I saw this guy on some reaction video and now I can't stop binge watching videos about him.
He just throws knowledge bombs one after another and he has the knowledge of the cool and bad side of things while immediately saying that he's not good with it and even telling people to avoid it.
Not only alive but lookin pretty fresh for a near 70 year old fellow
Italians live forever lol
I completly appreciate you and your content, Michael. Big Respect.
My mom told me that my grandpas brother was arrested for letting mobs have meetings in his buildings
I suppose its better than being arrested for having broken knees in his buildings lol.
@@ryancallsin exactly.
Lol
What are the odds of having a happy ending in that life?
God picked him to survive before he even knew God....even in the midst of your crimes you were protected all along
Michael, in the eternal plan of God, definitely appears to be a recipient of God’s electing love ❤️. Glad Michael does apologize for the faith he has been blessed with.🙏✝️🙏
Keep doing what you’re doing Michael I enjoy your service and the stories God bless you
Ive spent some time up there in Brooklyn I know how it is today. Your a smart man ill give you that for sure and if I where involved in that life you would have to be a friend or it would be a nightmare. Gods plan is always going to prevail. In the bible God used a lot of people who had a hard life. I can prove you right. I love apologetics.
Psalms 22. That is Jesus speaking while on the cross " Go read it". Here is the glorious part. It was written by a person who never once saw a crusafiction because the romans hadn't invented it yet and wouldn't for nearly 400 more years. It was also written nearby 1500 years before Jesus was born.
The Bible is a reliable collection of historicle documents written down by eye witnesses during the lifetime of other eyewitnesses. They report to us supernatural events that took place to fulfil pacific prophecy and claim that their writings are Devine rather than human in origin.
There are more that 40 authors to the Bible most of whom did not know one another. Written on 3 continents over a period of 1800 years in 3 languages and tell one singularly woven story.
Michael, I can't say this about many people, but I respect you very much. You are one of sadly few, who chose to follow their heart, and their faith, instead of accepting the hand that you were dealt. I personally am not a Christian, but I am a man of religion, we can leave it there, but it gives me hope to see someone such as yourself, make such a positive change, and stick to it. Thank you for all the experience and guidance you've shared with us Michael. Hopefully it will inspire others to make the change as well.
I haven't seen or been where you've been but I seen some things and I appreciate your love for Jesús and your faith makes me realize how blessed I am and appreciate the things that I have. Many blessings 🙏
To the people saying something like: "Come on, Michael. Not this God thing again. We didn't come here to hear you preach."
Yeah, and I don't go to gaming channels, review channels, etc. to hear people blaspheme my God and attack believers like me. But it happens. If you guys can dish it out, you can take a few "hits" yourself. Everybody is entitled to their own opinions and beliefs, right?
And Michael, just keep speaking your mind. That's what most of us are here for! ❤👍
God bless you!
Very well said brother!
Christians have the power in this country. The religious beliefs of Christians are literally used for law. Look at abortion or LGBTQIA+ rights. Both have been limited to some extent because Christians in politics believe it’s wrong because of their religious beliefs. MY life and rights are adversely impacted because of YOUR beliefs. So you can shut up and take a few hits. At least your rights have not literally been taken from you and ownership of your body given to the government.
Man, Michael so much respect for you, all I have to say is you have my respect.
My biggest Motivator! Thank you for you're incredible stories.
I love you're work keep it up!
I really enjoy your content, every day above ground has the potential to be a life changing event no matter how old you are. Thank you for sharing with us.
Michael Could you review the "Anybody seen Richie" scene in Out For Justice, Its hilarious. I would love to hear your thoughts on steven seagal speaking in a horribly done Italian american accent.
He is alive because our Lord wanted it that way.
Keep doing what you are doing Michael,haters are just haters they don't even love themselves..We appreciate and learn from your experiences, thank you :)
Last time I was this early my mom needed a c-section
Hey brother you never have to explain yourself anymore just keep with the good stories or you could call them teachings thanks Michael and have a merry Christmas.
How’s it going Michael? The change and commitment you made is inspiring. The strength you had to have and still have to make the decisions you’ve made is incredible. Most don’t have what it takes to turn their lives around. It’s unfair for anyone to pass judgment when no one but you walk in your shoes and have to live your life. I give you a lot of credit and have a great deal of respect for you, I know my words carry no weight but I truly appreciate the content you bring as well as the message that goes along with it. I was born catholic into a catholic family myself and I admire your faith, I wonder if there were times you ever questioned your faith? I’m 47 and have had at times struggled with my faith, through things that have happened in my life and things I’ve experienced at a certain point I looked back on my life and questioned a lot of things and still do to an extent but am getting better at not living in the past because I’m well aware I can only change my future and what I do today. Even in the times I struggled with my faith I’d say I don’t know what to believe, I don’t know. If there are spirits, ghosts, what does that mean? Is that our purgatory? After my father died when I was 24 I so much prayed for a sign from my father, something just telling me he was ok , that he was in a better place and for years I didn’t think I ever got one, years later I realized through my son being born a year after my father’s passing and how much my son was living my father and expressed mannerisms that my father had without ever knowing or meeting him. My Name is Irving Brown IV my son is Irving Brown V, so in honor of my father I kept the family name. My son was one of the biggest signs ever, almost a billboard yet I didn’t see it till I opened my eyes that for years we’re clouded with anger and pain and negative emotions. It’s only when I let that go and dropped resentment that I started seeing clearly. Family is a great motivator for change. If your someone who truly loves their family, you will do anything for them. Thanks again for sharing your life and your faith. Take care and stay safe and healthy.
Yeah you, random viewer. Ya late, 10 minuts tops. Ya makin' a point dress like this? HA!
@Sissy D'Agostino Johnson Nah...Only if it was sunday and you were cooking macaroni and gravy for your family.
@Sissy D'Agostino Johnson Oof madonn
More than 10 minutes late, your sayin somethin.
By far, the best session viewed so far... God bless you and keep you and your crew in all you do... to God be the Glory 🙏
Mike’s bout to take out Sammy’s channel lol 😂 the new age of mafia wars on TH-cam. Just kidding.
Lmao I burst out laughing reading this
The word is out that somebody’s taking a TH-cam percentage.