@@wendyh2708 🤦🏻♀️🤣...(probably b/c he's had "a bit" (to say the least)...of work done. (He's got little to no face fat. Yet has cheek pockets and a jawline that tight.) Not (non-surgically) possible.
18:10 Just me waiting patiently for Michael to drop a 2-hour video explaining a typical day in the life. Seriously, I can listen to him talk, tell stories all day long.
Michael was most certainly ahead of his time in the way he did things, big earner but intelligent with it. As a regular person, i try to imagine living Michaels life back then..it's a whirlwind. Great videos and channel, thankyou for sharing your story. Bless ya. (Rob UK)
A friend and I are listening to this right now and he asked me how old you were. I said “I don’t know 62-63”. Michael, you’re 70?!? You look great. Best to you and your family over the holidays.
I noticed the other day when he had a short sleeve shirt on. First I noticed the proverbs tattoos on his forearms. But then I was like “wow. Michael has some “guns” for being 70”! I mean not like Schwarzenegger or whatever. But he is very fit and solid for 70.
You're 70? Congrats! I'm turning 70 in a few weeks and hope to continue with good health as yours. I agree no time to retire, Family ,friends and purpose will keep us young!
It was tough watching the interviews with Sammy, I can imagine it brought back many unpleasant memories of that lifestyle. You definitely made the right decision by walking away from that life.
I think they play up old beefs on YT that they used to just shoot the breeze with back in the day and amplify it for entertainment purposes. They know we expect to see it and it's cool.
Hey Michael! Your storytelling ability is impeccable. You're a library of lessons and morals. I appreciate your commitment to your fans and to yourself. Much love to you and your family. P.S. Once Sammy said that you spent only 40 months in the can, I knew he was speaking half-truths and bullshitting just to make himself feel good. ❤️
The 1980s in NYC lent themselves to some of the most amazing stories ever told. I lost my virginity to a stood-up $2,500 a night hooker the night Gary Hart lost the New York primary.
Great and illuminating, thank you Michael. Deepest support and sympathy to your family. Your talks are like hearing fire, impressive. Much to learn from. God bless you.
I hope you are talking sympathy for his sister who passed, or mother, the ready of his family are the worst of the worst. Proven killers over the Almighty buck
I went to HS on Long Island & I'm still close with Michael Franzese cousins..then later on worked security in many mobbed up nightclubs & strip joints..including the club Franzese mentioned he owned Les Jardins..& the well known Channel 80 ..I worked there from 1986-88..& I met or at least saw in passing every major mob figure from that era there.. I also grew up & currently live in Greenpoint Brooklyn..a couple blocks away from Sonny Franzese moms house..& my grandmother had her wake in the same funeral home that Sonny's mother had hers.. Small world. .
After listen to Mike I can draw similar parallels in my Infantry career. I started in the airborne infantry 11B at the age of 17 and I went on into the Marines and served in combat. Lots of aspects of the mob and his probationary/prospect time reminds me of a type of basic training. It's a hard life and were all killers. I have a lot of respect for this guy even more so on how he changed his life around and is doing good things and helping people. I really enjoy these podcasts. keep it up!
This doesn't pertain to this video specifically, but my boyfriend and I finished Mafia States of America and it was phenomenal!! We both thoroughly enjoyed the sit down with you and Sammy. Thank you for being honest about everything and I pray that God, the Almighty continues to use you for HIS glory!! May God Bless You sir!
I could listen to you and Sammy all day long.Your mood on your stories is always on a positive light in which anyone can listen to at all ages for entertainment and pure informative knowledge while listening to sammy on the other hand its always the In your face very Detailed Dark Gritty Violent stoies Entertaining for those with the right stomach for.I hope you dont run out of content Keep your stories coming I truly respect your great personality and aswell as sammy.great episode mike.
There's no jumping ahead of people. You get what you're given, when you're given it. If Michael was earning well and running bits and pieces, that automatically puts him ahead of a 20 year veteran, who just kills and collects, even if that person is level headed and efficient. An earner and a leader will always "jump the queue" because they bring more value.
@@balancedactguy Gianni Russo met the Pope and he baptised the pope with the water he collected from the garden of Eden. He really is Adam disguising as Gianni Russo.
@@QuantumGamingUploads LOL! I KNEW IT!...I KNEW IT!,..You just Verified my Suspicion!! Just between you and me I heard he messed around with EVE too,..... and Cain and Abel bore an uncanny resemblance to Gianni!! Of course ANY MAN who messed around with Eve SURELY slept with Marilyn Monroe as he also claims! (You think Marilyn was actually Eve in disguise??...just wondering!!) LOL!
You keep going Michael. My father lived till 100 and the main reason (I believe) was that he kept busy! As the saying goes “The mind is a terrible thing to waste!”
Awesome segment today Mr Franzese! Always look forward to Monday. You certainly give me something forward to watch on the start of the week. Stay well and be safe! Until next time!
Merry Christmas to you, your family and friends from another Michael...here in Scotland. Your point on forgetting a past that we can't change as long as we learn from our mistakes is poignant. It's a daily struggle for me but you give hope when times are not so easy. Thank you
Michael you soooo remind me of my Dad! He is 73 and looks like and has the health of someone 25-30 years younger then him. He started his own home inspection business in Florida about 6 years ago and is doing great and won’t slow down anytime soon! He has been a hustler his whole life and probably won’t stop till the Lord calls him home as you said. God bless and thank you for all you do 😊
Just finished mafia states. I enjoyed it quite a bit. But the biggest take away for me personally was what Michael said in the last episode. "You are in life who you are accountable to" and that punched me in the guts. I'm gonna take that with me forever
It's incredible. This man made money twice, once in his career as a mobster, and the second time when he recounts what happened. That's what it means to be a mobster.
I think this is your best video yet. It must have taken an extreme amount of energy to do what you did. Maybe in the future you can teach us about good time management.
Fantastic video Michael, well worth doing it, really enjoyed it and found it very interesting 👍, always a pleasure watching your channel, best wishes from Dublin, Ireland 🇮🇪.
God has definitely been working with you, and your "Family"/Crew is growing exponentially! I've always been enthralled with the life. I listen. Thank you and God bless you.
No one does this better Michael. You were born to be in the spotlight and lead. You are mentoring us all in this thing of ours called life...we love you and value you and the wisdom you teach Michael! God bless you. 🙏
I'm amazed at how much energy Micheal has . He's right at needing so little sleep . Getting up at 5.30 6.am..being on the go until 3 am only getting about 3 hours sleep.
Michael, God Bless You too! God did good with your life. You couldn’t be where you are now without going through your life as it happened. Your videos give me much encouragement and hope.
i really appreciate your insite on this i am former military but i have an appreciation for those who lived a life that is not perfect but was able to turn it around i was a foster child so i get it being rough but stayed out of things that could cause me problems
I really appreciate how cool calm and collective you are. In my opinion it shows great leadership. It’s no wonder why you have been successful in life. Family being first on the list.
This perfectly portrays the vast difference between you and Sammy's lifestyle. Michael: "How am I going to keep the family in balance and make $1M today." Sammy: "who do I hafta kill today"
I grew up with a kid who someone told me was part of your crew on the Island .I was not allowed to hang out with him because I was a bad influence on him ,seems funny now. I have watched your stuff and you seem like a very different guy from the ones I knew who went into up in that "life" Having a father you try to follow into a trade who has been well liked and did well can be a trial but that was not a thing for me having a Dad you looked up and would help even if it would hurt you who would let you down big time that is a hurt that leaves a deep scar..Stay safe and healthy ..I enjoy these videos so far so good.
@@benbryant5840 hey man, It’s great that Mike replied to you. It’s mood and spirit lifting hearing replies from the Men you listen to. And by Men you are one of them hanging in and fighting a long term illness. Mike and Sammy no matter who says what are strong men, when they were in the “life” and in the life they are in now. I love the both for the gifts of their life stories. It is a blessing that these Men are here to tell us their stories. That said Blessings to you Ben and feel better keep up the fight
I've only found out bout you 2 weeks ago and I think ur brilliant could listen to u talk all night wen my mental health really bad and can't sleep so thank u Michael
A guy like Michael could have risen to the top in the legit world in any profession he applied himself. Seems clear that the mob life is a million times harder and thus less profitable than just starting out and staying legit for a smart, articulate, ambitious guy like Michael.
Reverse that order Chief. They get into crime BECAUSE it's easier than normal businesses and employment. They purposefully took the shortcut known as crime. Btw Mike is doing that now with his channel and bs Bible thumping. He's not even good at it he says the most basic of Christian phrases and euphemisms and the likes
This resonates with me so much. Different organizations, Different time, Different in so many ways,but exactly the same at the same time. Thank you for your introspection brother it's appreciated.
I like how you set the record straight with the stereotypes out there. It is educational because we all grew up knowing about the mob and to hear it from an actual ( former) “mobster” how things really were/are.
I pray I can I look as young as you when I turn 70. I always enjoy you and Sammy's channels. Both you and Sammy's channel provide a balance perspective to the Italian Mafia life. Thank you and Happy Holidays to you and your family.
I watched the Mafia States of America. I enjoyed it very much. I like the way you handled yourself. Sammy too. Sammy is a gentleman. He had a few moments there, but overall, you both carried it like gentleman. Peace.
I love listening to his stories very entertaining and educational it made me realize the mob life isn’t all that like the glitz and glam I thought it was in my younger years. Honestly, he a great role model!
You’re legend. The wise words in related to business, family and life there is so much to learn from you. My advice to anyone wanting to learn about business you have to listen to people like him. They are street smart and that gets you along way than teachings on a textbook. Micheal ❤
Another excellent segment . . . this confirmed what I have read concerning " a day in the life " . In watching clips from the "sit down " - I hate to say it but, Sammy came across as a ' Thug ' with some type of "chip" on his shoulder or something to " prove ". Michael handled himself well making points and rebutting smartly and effectively. If I was "in the life" and was able to pick the Capo I would work for - Michael with no doubt.
Mr.Franzese how do I even say it, these videos are pure gold and you (anybody watching) can really learn alot. I'm glad you found Jesus! Stay golden pony boy 👍
Michael, sir you inspired me to want to do better in my businesses. Your talks and how you think is amazing. I’ve put your thinking in my business and i can say it works. You’re a smart man, It would be awesome to sit with you for an hour and just talk business. Anyone who does get a sit down with you is just a privilege. Anyways thank you Michael.
Fantastic stories. You have such talent for articulating how things were, it’s almost an instant visual as if one was there witnessing it. Really really enjoy your channel as it’s quickly becoming my favorite.
I would guess none of it. Perhaps the parties perhaps the power but it’s a tough life and I’d guess super stressful all the time and worried about everything all the time.
I love people that can do/be a part of violent organization and recount their experiences with such excellent context! So we’ll done. I was a Captain in the Army and served in combat in Iraq and I take pride in being able to explain what war is really like. So, seeing it done so expertly here helps me tell better stories. Knowing the right context to add etc…
Hey micheal thanks for making these videos they keep me busy from going crazy and make me realize even if a guy who was rich and connected with all the perks could leave that life to be a better person I can do it too
Appreciate the insight Michael and the way in which you articulate the life you lived and the life in which i have only ever known through watching the usual suite of movies. As a father of two boys I was touched by your regret shared as a father yourself at the time, definite take away for me. Gained a subscriber and looking forward to more of your content
Michael .. some day - you’ll see just how many MANY people you’ve blessed far & wide - and you’ll just say “WOW” to yourself. Please keep up the great work. God bless you, your team, and your precious family 💎🙏 - one of your IC members
I am glad that I subscribed, you give me much insight into a world that I only know from movies.As a fellow Christian I can see that God as blessed you in so many ways.
Wow, both a book and movie release based on your life. Exiting times and congratulations Michael. It is very inspiring to here how busy You choose to be in your life. Great discussion.
I’d like very much to see a new video that compares things of “the life” in the Mafia from The Godfather era to today’s world. Basics never change. Still have to have money, political connections, protection, etc. to run things. I would think. Great example is Las Vegas from the heyday from when it was controlled by the private entrepreneurs VS today’s corporate ownership. I can tell you that back then Old Vegas was exciting and glitzy and fun and today Vegas seems to be an amusement park. Lotta lights and bells and whistles. Nerve racking. The class of Old Vegas is gone. Used to be to get into a nice restaurant you had to dress appropriately. Today it seems like it’s just a money grab, and wear flip flops and cut offs - it’s fine. Class isn’t in the menu. So that’s just an example. I think there’s a real question asked about how income is generated VS how it was done in the early days leading up to the “computer age”. How do things work now as opposed to the Old Days? What has changed? What core issues will never change? I enjoy your videos very much.
Learned that Michael's reprisal scene was the one that helped regain the faith of the studio heads for FF Coppola, that felt Al Pacino was not good enough to play the part. So convincing how nervous he appeared and how he pushed himself to rise to occasion and do it. Memorable.
wow, gotta say just an amazing life. and by the grace of God here you are telling stories making money on the right side of the law. Just amazing to me,
Brilliant story Michael. It was evident that you were diligent.,hard working, a brilliant business head and honest hearted in relation to putting things on record, trying to be with your family and fighting for your father. Wow. I am convinced despite all of it God was watching you and keeping you. Thank God you are gone from that life. He has blessed you to be a blessing to help others, to educate them and us. Its so cool to hear that your TV show is coming together and I am so stoked to hear you are doing a Bible study. Have a great weekend brother from me your sister in Christ here in Ireland. Blessings as always to you and your family. 🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️❤️👨👩👦👍🙌
Who would’ve thought after the decades of intrigue regarding the mafia, we’d have a real life high level made guy telling us how it all worked on TH-cam? Amazing.
I love listening to Michael talk about his past life and about everything else. He deserves everything he has in life. This man seems 50 not 70!
He gets better looking as he gets older. He sure as hell doesn't look like he's 70. From a woman's perspective, the man is hot!
@@wendyh2708You are very hot. The orange in your profile picture on your youtube really brings out the orange in your eyes. Lol
Just say you want him Wendy! I know Michael! I know he wouldn't mind cheating on his wife!@@wendyh2708
@@wendyh2708
🤦🏻♀️🤣...(probably b/c he's had "a bit" (to say the least)...of work done.
(He's got little to no face fat. Yet has cheek pockets and a jawline that tight.) Not (non-surgically) possible.
@@re7416look at the jawline at 2:53 I think he's having natural jawlines till date.
There's so much you can learn from this guy whether it is business-related, family-related, or just being a better man in general. Much respect.
18:10 Just me waiting patiently for Michael to drop a 2-hour video explaining a typical day in the life. Seriously, I can listen to him talk, tell stories all day long.
Me too!
ye thats so tru
Michael I like hearing you are your talks I want to hear more about your father
Michael was most certainly ahead of his time in the way he did things, big earner but intelligent with it. As a regular person, i try to imagine living Michaels life back then..it's a whirlwind. Great videos and channel, thankyou for sharing your story. Bless ya. (Rob UK)
All the best gangsters were and long before Michael.
What do you know, Roberto
Damm you look fantastic for 70
If we was intelligent with it he wouldn't of went to prison.
@@thepistolguy859 yeah, dead is definitely better than serving a bid
A friend and I are listening to this right now and he asked me how old you were. I said “I don’t know 62-63”. Michael, you’re 70?!? You look great. Best to you and your family over the holidays.
70 years of making ppl offers they can't refuse
He always looked great handsome and kept in good shape !
@@hollyentel4819 what do you find attractive about him ?
I noticed the other day when he had a short sleeve shirt on. First I noticed the proverbs tattoos on his forearms. But then I was like “wow. Michael has some “guns” for being 70”! I mean not like Schwarzenegger or whatever. But he is very fit and solid for 70.
@BRIAN ANDERSON u never understand that kid
Love watching this man’s videos. Mad respect to him for getting out of the life and being able to tell his tale without fear of death
You're 70? Congrats! I'm turning 70 in a few weeks and hope to continue with good health as yours. I agree no time to retire, Family ,friends and purpose will keep us young!
It was tough watching the interviews with Sammy, I can imagine it brought back many unpleasant memories of that lifestyle.
You definitely made the right decision by walking away from that life.
Guys like Mr. Franzese don't thrive without guys like Mr. Gravano. Each seems to wish they didn't need the other but they did.
@@raygordonteacheschess5501 Mike isnt in the life anymore, yet is still called Mr. - very cool. I'll just call him brother.
@@gemguy6812 na give the man respect he not your brother call em mr
@@jaysantana3078 I think he meant it in like the church way.
@@jaysantana3078 He who believes in the Lord is my brother. Not by blood but by faith.
Much of the conflict with others is based on jealousy. Michael obviously worked and continues to work hard. The reason for success! Thanks!
I think they play up old beefs on YT that they used to just shoot the breeze with back in the day and amplify it for entertainment purposes. They know we expect to see it and it's cool.
Hey Michael! Your storytelling ability is impeccable. You're a library of lessons and morals. I appreciate your commitment to your fans and to yourself. Much love to you and your family.
P.S. Once Sammy said that you spent only 40 months in the can, I knew he was speaking half-truths and bullshitting just to make himself feel good. ❤️
The 1980s in NYC lent themselves to some of the most amazing stories ever told. I lost my virginity to a stood-up $2,500 a night hooker the night Gary Hart lost the New York primary.
Watch it Chrissy
A beta males idea of morals is scary
Great and illuminating, thank you Michael. Deepest support and sympathy to your family. Your talks are like hearing fire, impressive. Much to learn from. God bless you.
I hope you are talking sympathy for his sister who passed, or mother, the ready of his family are the worst of the worst. Proven killers over the Almighty buck
Love his wisdom. Micheal deeply reminds me of my grandfather (1922-2011).
Robby, YOU are to be his family. Read the God's word already. NT
@@robbyrobinson4500 I think they're referring to his children and wife who have nothing to do with his past antics
@@kevind26 gotcha, guess I spoke outta context. Sorry
Wow! What energy! A natural, incredibly intelligent, articulate speaker. A gift!
I went to HS on Long Island & I'm still close with Michael Franzese cousins..then later on worked security in many mobbed up nightclubs & strip joints..including the club Franzese mentioned he owned
Les Jardins..& the well known Channel 80 ..I worked there from 1986-88..& I met or at least saw in passing every major mob figure from that era there..
I also grew up & currently live in Greenpoint Brooklyn..a couple blocks away from Sonny Franzese moms house..& my grandmother had her wake in the same funeral home that Sonny's mother had hers..
Small world. .
I bet the chin wasn’t there ;)
Any good/interesting stories ?
Which cousins
Thanks for sharing your experience, cool stuff 😎
After listen to Mike I can draw similar parallels in my Infantry career. I started in the airborne infantry 11B at the age of 17 and I went on into the Marines and served in combat. Lots of aspects of the mob and his probationary/prospect time reminds me of a type of basic training. It's a hard life and were all killers. I have a lot of respect for this guy even more so on how he changed his life around and is doing good things and helping people. I really enjoy these podcasts. keep it up!
Typically military guy is not intelligent but typical mob guy is
2021 I am like oh yeah a sit-down with Michael Franzese
1983: Oh Shit a sit-down with Micheal Franzese
Love and respect you Michael
This doesn't pertain to this video specifically, but my boyfriend and I finished Mafia States of America and it was phenomenal!! We both thoroughly enjoyed the sit down with you and Sammy. Thank you for being honest about everything and I pray that God, the Almighty continues to use you for HIS glory!! May God Bless You sir!
I could listen to you and Sammy all day long.Your mood on your stories is always on a positive light in which anyone can listen to at all ages for entertainment and pure informative knowledge while listening to sammy on the other hand its always the In your face very Detailed Dark Gritty Violent stoies Entertaining for those with the right stomach for.I hope you dont run out of content Keep your stories coming I truly respect your great personality and aswell as sammy.great episode mike.
Michael is extremely inspiring. He always makes the best videos and the production is incredible.
Always a lesson to be learned with every video you put on Mr. Franzese
There's no jumping ahead of people. You get what you're given, when you're given it. If Michael was earning well and running bits and pieces, that automatically puts him ahead of a 20 year veteran, who just kills and collects, even if that person is level headed and efficient. An earner and a leader will always "jump the queue" because they bring more value.
You're such an amazing story teller mike. I tip my hat off to you brother
@@michaelfranzese I like the fact that the "stories" you tell are REAL...NOT like GIANNI RUSSO.....LOL!
@@balancedactguy Gianni Russo met the Pope and he baptised the pope with the water he collected from the garden of Eden. He really is Adam disguising as Gianni Russo.
@@QuantumGamingUploads LOL! I KNEW IT!...I KNEW IT!,..You just Verified my Suspicion!! Just between you and me I heard he messed around with EVE too,..... and Cain and Abel bore an uncanny resemblance to Gianni!! Of course ANY MAN who messed around with Eve SURELY slept with Marilyn Monroe as he also claims! (You think Marilyn was actually Eve in disguise??...just wondering!!) LOL!
@@michaelfranzese we need your daily workout plan, Mike. For a 70 year old man, (which I can’t believe), you’re in great shape. Health is wealth.
@@Realest636 - It's the strong Italian genes!
You keep going Michael. My father lived till 100 and the main reason (I believe) was that he kept busy! As the saying goes “The mind is a terrible thing to waste!”
Awesome segment today Mr Franzese! Always look forward to Monday. You certainly give me something forward to watch on the start of the week. Stay well and be safe! Until next time!
Michael ,
Love how you share everything. I really enjoy these. Hope you are well. God bless you and your family.
Merry Christmas to you, your family and friends from another Michael...here in Scotland. Your point on forgetting a past that we can't change as long as we learn from our mistakes is poignant. It's a daily struggle for me but you give hope when times are not so easy. Thank you
👏🏾👏🏾
Great video. The guy has been through some stuff, and now he can reflect and share. What a blessing he came through it without any bitterness.
Michael you soooo remind me of my Dad! He is 73 and looks like and has the health of someone 25-30 years younger then him. He started his own home inspection business in Florida about 6 years ago and is doing great and won’t slow down anytime soon! He has been a hustler his whole life and probably won’t stop till the Lord calls him home as you said. God bless and thank you for all you do 😊
I just can't get enough of Michael's videos, he is so easy to listen to and all the little details of his former life are fascinating.
Just finished mafia states. I enjoyed it quite a bit. But the biggest take away for me personally was what Michael said in the last episode. "You are in life who you are accountable to" and that punched me in the guts. I'm gonna take that with me forever
It's incredible. This man made money twice, once in his career as a mobster, and the second time when he recounts what happened. That's what it means to be a mobster.
Mr franzese lights up my evening when a notification comes up I'm stuck straight in till the finish a very inspiring person from these videos 👍
Few people carry themselves with as much class and respect as this man
Kudos, love and respect always, Michael
Yep I agree. The best.!!!!
I think this is your best video yet. It must have taken an extreme amount of energy to do what you did. Maybe in the future you can teach us about good time management.
this is hands down the best channel on youtube. thank you Michael!
God's blessings Michael ❤️🕊️🙏 for you and your Crew.
I could listen to you talk all day Skipper! Keep doing what you’re doing! You are helping a lot of people navigate this crazy life!
Fantastic video Michael, well worth doing it, really enjoyed it and found it very interesting 👍, always a pleasure watching your channel, best wishes from Dublin, Ireland 🇮🇪.
Me too🇮🇪
God has definitely been working with you, and your "Family"/Crew is growing exponentially! I've always been enthralled with the life. I listen. Thank you and God bless you.
No one does this better Michael. You were born to be in the spotlight and lead. You are mentoring us all in this thing of ours called life...we love you and value you and the wisdom you teach Michael! God bless you. 🙏
Are you looking after being a recruit 🤔 👅 arse
@@doobydoo88 I think you are on the wrong channel buddy, you must be looking for Sammy the full of BS channel.
Same, thanks for posting.
Thanks for sharing this, Michael. Looks like It wasn't easy at all, even tougher than normal life. Wish you a happy holidays and stay healthy.
Hey Mike loving mafia states what a sit-down.great content.i really enjoyed it.worth every cent 👌⚡
I'm amazed at how much energy Micheal has . He's right at needing so little sleep . Getting up at 5.30 6.am..being on the go until 3 am only getting about 3 hours sleep.
Hi Michael I really hope you and your family have a wonderful Christmas..from Gary .Manchester. UK 🇬🇧
Michael, God Bless You too! God did good with your life. You couldn’t be where you are now without going through your life as it happened. Your videos give me much encouragement and hope.
Getting a notification from Michael makes my life in lockdown really a lot better. Thank you and greetings from Vienna!
The surveillance footage just sends the production value through the roof. Beautiful.
*chefs kiss*
I enjoy watching all your videos. Thank you for this.
i really appreciate your insite on this i am former military but i have an appreciation for those who lived a life that is not perfect but was able to turn it around i was a foster child so i get it being rough but stayed out of things that could cause me problems
Thanks for this amazing video boss 💯
I really appreciate Michael’s honesty! And thanks for sharing your story 🙏🏽
I really appreciate how cool calm and collective you are. In my opinion it shows great leadership. It’s no wonder why you have been successful in life. Family being first on the list.
Michael I diddnt think the video could get better until the last minute you're have the it factor to you I love watching this thanks Michael
Hey Michael! I hope you have a great week! God Bless from The Bronx 💯👊🙏🇺🇸
This perfectly portrays the vast difference between you and Sammy's lifestyle.
Michael: "How am I going to keep the family in balance and make $1M today."
Sammy: "who do I hafta kill today"
Michael would have made a good consigliere.
I grew up with a kid who someone told me was part of your crew on the Island .I was not allowed to hang out with him because I was a bad influence on him ,seems funny now. I have watched your stuff and you seem like a very different guy from the ones I knew who went into up in that "life" Having a father you try to follow into a trade who has been well liked and did well can be a trial but that was not a thing for me having a Dad you looked up and would help even if it would hurt you who would let you down big time that is a hurt that leaves a deep scar..Stay safe and healthy ..I enjoy these videos so far so good.
I'm an example of a bad example
You grew up with a kid in the mafia and YOU WERE THE BAD INFLUENCE?.....funny
😂😂
I love these videos, very interesting and informative, especially for someone across the pond. Greetings from England 🏴
You can't not love the attitude of this man....Been there. Seen it. Done it....And came out the other side unscathed.
Quality video as always Micheal always something to learn when your talking so thank you keep them coming! Love to the family from England 👍
@@michaelfranzese from someone who’s been dealing with a long term illness from march last year the reply means a lot truthfully. Stay safe
@@benbryant5840 All the best in life brother. Hope you feel stronger everyday 💯👊
@@therelease7083 thank you for the kind words my friend. Each day is a challenge but always up for the fight, you take care too
@@benbryant5840 hey man, It’s great that Mike replied to you. It’s mood and spirit lifting hearing replies from the Men you listen to. And by Men you are one of them hanging in and fighting a long term illness. Mike and Sammy no matter who says what are strong men, when they were in the “life” and in the life they are in now. I love the both for the gifts of their life stories. It is a blessing that these Men are here to tell us their stories. That said Blessings to you Ben and feel better keep up the fight
the way you have turned your life around is admirable. God bless you.
Love it Michael. Always enjoy your stories.. Your a great listener and also a great talk. Much respect!
I've only found out bout you 2 weeks ago and I think ur brilliant could listen to u talk all night wen my mental health really bad and can't sleep so thank u Michael
A guy like Michael could have risen to the top in the legit world in any profession he applied himself.
Seems clear that the mob life is a million times harder and thus less profitable than just starting out and staying legit for a smart, articulate, ambitious guy like Michael.
Reverse that order Chief. They get into crime BECAUSE it's easier than normal businesses and employment. They purposefully took the shortcut known as crime. Btw Mike is doing that now with his channel and bs Bible thumping. He's not even good at it he says the most basic of Christian phrases and euphemisms and the likes
He was making 10's of millions a week, wym
This resonates with me so much. Different organizations, Different time, Different in so many ways,but exactly the same at the same time. Thank you for your introspection brother it's appreciated.
Always enjoy Michael’s videos! I know I’ll learn something and get an honest, accurate recollection of his life!
Micheal has a very engaging voice and I love the way he greets us all like we are old friends . It's heart warming .
I like how you set the record straight with the stereotypes out there. It is educational because we all grew up knowing about the mob and to hear it from an actual ( former) “mobster” how things really were/are.
I pray I can I look as young as you when I turn 70. I always enjoy you and Sammy's channels. Both you and Sammy's channel provide a balance perspective to the Italian Mafia life. Thank you and Happy Holidays to you and your family.
I watched the Mafia States of America. I enjoyed it very much. I like the way you handled yourself. Sammy too. Sammy is a gentleman. He had a few moments there, but overall, you both carried it like gentleman.
Peace.
I love this Channel. Being a truck driver, this makes my day go by so much faster.
I love listening to his stories very entertaining and educational it made me realize the mob life isn’t all that like the glitz and glam I thought it was in my younger years. Honestly, he a great role model!
You’re legend. The wise words in related to business, family and life there is so much to learn from you. My advice to anyone wanting to learn about business you have to listen to people like him. They are street smart and that gets you along way than teachings on a textbook. Micheal ❤
Another excellent segment . . . this confirmed what I have read concerning " a day in the life " . In watching clips from the "sit down " - I hate to say it but, Sammy came across as a ' Thug ' with some type of "chip" on his shoulder or something to " prove ". Michael handled himself well making points and rebutting smartly and effectively. If I was "in the life" and was able to pick the Capo I would work for - Michael with no doubt.
This channel has by far the best intro music ever. Perfect way to start great content
Your a amazing story teller Micheal!
Mr.Franzese how do I even say it, these videos are pure gold and you (anybody watching) can really learn alot. I'm glad you found Jesus! Stay golden pony boy 👍
Michael, sir you inspired me to want to do better in my businesses. Your talks and how you think is amazing. I’ve put your thinking in my business and i can say it works. You’re a smart man, It would be awesome to sit with you for an hour and just talk business. Anyone who does get a sit down with you is just a privilege.
Anyways thank you Michael.
Your sit-downs are the best. Keep up the great work.
Yes Michael I always enjoy your videos. I hope that your family is doing well 🙏
It’s great to watch you, cleaning the topics, people wanna know about your life. Thank you
I would love too hear about sit downs you’ve been in !! If you remember! Those would be amazing !
Thanks Don Franzese. May God bless you with health and peace.
I really loved this segment Michael, thanks , blessings to you and your family.
Fantastic stories. You have such talent for articulating how things were, it’s almost an instant visual as if one was there witnessing it. Really really enjoy your channel as it’s quickly becoming my favorite.
Michael, now that you've told us the multiple parts of your time in the life, which section of the life did you enjoy being most?
Great question. I would guess he would say his current, but if you mean everything but his current life, I would guess as a capo, but just my guess.
i bet it was when he had the houses in 3 states, money on top of money and a private jet.
i wonder what he misses the most about the mob life
@@stayhungry1503 He has said before what he missed most about "The Life" was the comradeship he had with many Mob Friends!
I would guess none of it. Perhaps the parties perhaps the power but it’s a tough life and I’d guess super stressful all the time and worried about everything all the time.
I love people that can do/be a part of violent organization and recount their experiences with such excellent context! So we’ll done. I was a Captain in the Army and served in combat in Iraq and I take pride in being able to explain what war is really like. So, seeing it done so expertly here helps me tell better stories. Knowing the right context to add etc…
Hey micheal thanks for making these videos they keep me busy from going crazy and make me realize even if a guy who was rich and connected with all the perks could leave that life to be a better person I can do it too
God bless you Michael. Its so educational to listen to you!!
Thank you!
Appreciate the insight Michael and the way in which you articulate the life you lived and the life in which i have only ever known through watching the usual suite of movies. As a father of two boys I was touched by your regret shared as a father yourself at the time, definite take away for me. Gained a subscriber and looking forward to more of your content
Michael my deepest Respect!They need to make a movie of you and your Father. And you need to open a slices pizza in Fl.
Michael .. some day - you’ll see just how many MANY people you’ve blessed far & wide - and you’ll just say “WOW” to yourself. Please keep up the great work. God bless you, your team, and your precious family 💎🙏 - one of your IC members
I enjoyed this video. It gives one a perspective of a day in life you were once in.
I was able to relate a lot of this to my own life as a boring normie. Love your videos, thanks for all you do!
I am glad that I subscribed, you give me much insight into a world that I only know from movies.As a fellow Christian I can see that God as blessed you in so many ways.
Wow, both a book and movie release based on your life. Exiting times and congratulations Michael. It is very inspiring to here how busy You choose to be in your life. Great discussion.
I’d like very much to see a new video that compares things of “the life” in the Mafia from The Godfather era to today’s world.
Basics never change. Still have to have money, political connections, protection, etc. to run things. I would think.
Great example is Las Vegas from the heyday from when it was controlled by the private entrepreneurs VS today’s corporate ownership.
I can tell you that back then Old Vegas was exciting and glitzy and fun and today Vegas seems to be an amusement park. Lotta lights and bells and whistles. Nerve racking.
The class of Old Vegas is gone. Used to be to get into a nice restaurant you had to dress appropriately. Today it seems like it’s just a money grab, and wear flip flops and cut offs - it’s fine. Class isn’t in the menu.
So that’s just an example. I think there’s a real question asked about how income is generated VS how it was done in the early days leading up to the “computer age”.
How do things work now as opposed to the Old Days? What has changed? What core issues will never change?
I enjoy your videos very much.
@@philbrown1474 good call I would like to see this aswel
Learned that Michael's reprisal scene was the one that helped regain the faith of the studio heads for FF Coppola, that felt Al Pacino was not good enough to play the part. So convincing how nervous he appeared and how he pushed himself to rise to occasion and do it. Memorable.
Amazing insights and great life lessons. Thank you Michael.
You are an inspiration in every way, shape, or form. God Bless you Michael Franzese.
wow, gotta say just an amazing life. and by the grace of God here you are telling stories making money on the right side of the law. Just amazing to me,
Brilliant story Michael. It was evident that you were diligent.,hard working, a brilliant business head and honest hearted in relation to putting things on record, trying to be with your family and fighting for your father. Wow. I am convinced despite all of it God was watching you and keeping you. Thank God you are gone from that life. He has blessed you to be a blessing to help others, to educate them and us. Its so cool to hear that your TV show is coming together and I am so stoked to hear you are doing a Bible study. Have a great weekend brother from me your sister in Christ here in Ireland. Blessings as always to you and your family. 🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️❤️👨👩👦👍🙌
Who would’ve thought after the decades of intrigue regarding the mafia, we’d have a real life high level made guy telling us how it all worked on TH-cam? Amazing.
It's freaking awesome. We get to listen to him and Sammy. Idc what anyone's feeling about either of them are. I like hearing both of them a lot.
What mobster did you feel the most