The "crew" I hung out with as a teenager was a sure path to prison or death for me. And I had a bad feeling. One day I noticed a Military recruitment center, walked in, and joined the Navy. Back from a couple months of Bootcamp and two had been killed in a robbery. Four years later when I finished my service, ALL of my pals were in prison or dead.
@@chazgirl6186 I don’t know if I’d call it smart...I was lucky to have a good father who told me what to expect if I kept hanging out with my “friends.” I miss him.
Goodness what a story and testament... There's a reason you are alive.q qim so glad you had that guy feeling God gives us to stay outta tr1oub1le or death Good luck in life. Wish you well young man
Utterly heartbreaking. To think you lived through all these things and still came out the other side as such a good hearted person. Really inspirational.
Much respect to Mr. Franzese. I met him at a book signing a few years ago at the University I work at and it was an amazing lecture and a fascinating man. Very personable and eloquent man. My great-grandfather was in the bottling business in the 1920's and delivered bottles to Lucky Luciano, and some distant relatives were "connected" in the Jewish mob in NYC in the 1950s/60s in the trucking business.
Thank you, Mr. Michael. I don't think I've ever heard anyone talk of the courage it takes to commit suicide. Suicide is the hardest decision anyone can make. It takes incredible pain (emotional, physical, etc.) to go over that tipping point. My heart felt condolences for the loss of your dear friend. He was not a coward. 💗
Your body fires ever neuron and synapse in itself as your trying to kill yourself trying to make you not do it like if you see in a movie or tv show someone about to shoot themselves if they make the gun shake or their finger tremble a lot its their brain telling the body not to even though youve made up your mind the body still goes into self preservation trying to stop it
My relative took his own life 4 years back, stunned us all, many emotions of course my heart went out to his parents especially, late 70s, but I told them that he was at peace,I hope he is
@@oggamer3737 Every family has a different version of the oath. I've never heard of any that denounce the Virgin Mary or God, though. And the prayer card that's burnt also depends on the family I think.
annoying huh Not necessarily. Did they get to Michael or Gotti jr? Also there are all kinds of made guys and associates out there that put a lot of guys in jail that are walking around, not too concerned about getting hit.
I am truly a fan of this guy. Michael has my respect. He understands and accepts that that people have a fascination about the mafia or mob life. He is humble today, respects others of that time he talks about. He don't down, talk bad about, snitch, or disrespect, he just simply tells a story and answers questions. Great guy. He really got me thinking about his way to Christ. I can relate
My grandma was friends with all those Italian mafia guys from working at Lennys clam bar in Howard beach Queens New York way back in the day . She said this Michael guy was a good kid back when she knew him.
@@mr.rogers7612 it is what it is if he didn't make those orders he'd of been killed and that's all she wrote and somebody else would've just taken over his business and his capregime status. This was the late 70s early 80s before Giuliani & the RICO act really did a number on the mob in the late 80s
The life can be very dark & Michael describes some of that darkness he experienced or knows about yet he brings things to a lesson for us all to learn from & better our lives.
Absolutely Leonel, i share your liking for Mr. Franzese 100%, I admire Mr Franzese in more ways than one, God Bless him for sharing his stories and all the positive works he is doing.. i just appreciate being a subscriber..
I've been watching videos with Michael in recently. And I have come to the conclusion that this man's wisdom is on another level. I couldn't imagine walking a mile in his shoes. Much respect to this man.
Black dude, born in Africa, raised in Sardinia Italy. Yep I have seen my share of mobs and gangsters. Funny enough, they always showed me love and never cared if I was black or whatever. I love this dude and his way of sharing his stories. I would love to meet him face to face and show the same love I got back in the day. I am a subscriber, are you? 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
@@drfeelgood5870 yeah because UK is multi cultural. Italians are still quite keen on their own people and habits, and also hardly accepts foreign cultures. The UK has a lot of multi cultural people living within it, although there are still people of Mafia caliber around, they don't really show themselves cause they only show themselves where the money goes. So yeah🙌🏾
@Auxiliary Stream Services Really? You mean with human sacrifice, voodoo, open air slave markets etc. The british have alot to look forward to. Maybe they should just nuke the place to prevent it.
I saw ' The Godfather ' in 1972 when I was eleven and I admit the Mob Life has intrigued me ever since. I have a large book and film collection covering every aspect Mob Life including the history of the Mafia going back to Sicily and my own city of New Orleans where there was a war between the Matranga and Provenzano families for control of the docks. But the grim realty and the destruction of families as Michael described shows the ' true face ' . Thank you Michael again for a gripping heart felt look into that stark, grim life . . . still it's fascinating.
@@jazzdiamond2917 thats insane. I heard italians in italy had long lifespans due to their diets and lifestyle so maybe that has something to do with it. “He has the aging secret DOCTORS DONT WANT YOU TO KNOW”
How can anyone not find the mafia fascinating?.I think the danger and the sheer violence of that life cannot fail to lure people in on a human level.We cannot comprehend being in that world but for those who were born into it or emerssed into it they knew no different.knowing one mistake,even an innocent one could get you killed is enough to put 99 per cent of us off which makes the characters inside the mafia so intriguing and scary.
Michael you can tell looks better than maybe 99.9% of most guys his age (got the good genetics as he mentioned before his father made it to 103) but the internal scars are immense, the mental anguish, the tension, suspicion, losing good friends, the close calls...you can see how much it changes you and gives you a perspective on life few others have. Maybe only soldiers who have seen the worst of combat can come close.
Michael, you're wonderful and straightforward when you narrate your stories. Thank God you're of that underworld and now you're advising people what is the right way to live. I enjoy your shows. Keep up the good work.
More accurate than you think! We get really triggered when someone tell us "Non preoccuparti"..as it could sound a reassuring phrase, but it has a threatening shade as well
So glad I discovered this channel through the Infographics Show. Michael Franzese's life was featured in one of their videos, and since then, this channel is one of my staples whenever I'm working.
Thanks for sharing your story and I did get a stomach roll about your close friend taking his own life due to the fear of being taken into the room you spoke of. I like your moral to this story, Robby
I knew a leg breaker when I was younger & knew his boss too, we all got along. So, one day, I asked this leg breaker if his boss would send him after me, would he do it. He said, if I do not, someone will come after both of us. It's not a life of getting to choose what you can or cannot do.
Michael I love your storytelling style and how you don’t need to drop curses every other word to have impact. You are a true talent at anything you do, whether mob, business, coaching- you are a fascinating guy!!!
I believe everyone watching and listening to your stories believes you 100% and that's why the view's and the subscribers on your channel keep on growing!!! You're the best!!!
Mr. Franzese, this was such a tragic story about your close friend Tony, and I send my condolences to his family. May he Rest In Peace. Thank you for sharing this. 😔
he does glorify it, he never once mentions that these "good guys" were actively bullying and roughing up civilians for money, that they would extort working-class shopkeeps for money, that they would traffic and drive girls into prostitution. They're all good guys so long as you callously ignore all their victims, which is the distinguishing factor between someone with true regret and true understanding of the evils of the mob and someone who just regrets the friends they lost and the fact they got caught, which is Michael's position
Just found your channel and am now hooked! Your words of wisdom are not always what I want to hear but I have needed to hear. Thank you for making a difference in this strangers life.
Michael what you said at the end applies to me this time - “When you agree to play by the rules, you play by the rules or there could be serious consequences at can affect your life”. Just want you to know that these messages reach people.
I work as a civilian employee in a state prison complex. This is what my employer expects of us. I try to keep on the straight and narrow, but there are numerous gray areas and loopholes, lol. No, nothing like smuggling in major contraband, but along the lines of letting an inmate keep a golf pencil than can no longer be sharpened (they use them for art purposes, but they can purchase new ones from the commissary so it is not something they can't own).
This man is a National Treasure. He had the courage to leave that life, and even more courage to talk about it openly and change his ways and find Faith. Many great lessons can be learned from this man. Cheers to you 👍.
Initial "dodgy" editing aside (which was quickly forgotten btw), this has to be one of your best videos yet Michael. Not just for the info you glean on "the life" (that's merely a small aside) but for the valuable advice you give for one to live their life the correct way. I'm more _spiritual_ than "religious." I had more to write but felt myself getting onto a much more different point than the comment originally intended. Essentially i greatly appreciate the "spirit" of your message and i hope you continue the work that spirit intends. You spread goodness. I hope you continue to find succour in your faith. And i hope you continue your Great Work unimpeded. Best wishes for Peace Profound my Brother
First of all Mr. Franzese, I love your content and could listen to your stories for days on end. That being said- it sends chills down my spine when he says things like "I never held any grudges", "I'm not talking out of school". It is that clearing of the air, just in case somebody who may be involved in this life still, so that they don't take what he is saying as disrespect or take it as he is divulging too much information. That's the scariest part for me. Even though he hung up his hat long ago there is still a code of respect that has to be shown and he does a great job showing that respect. Personally Mr Franzese, I have all the respect for you in the world. Your content is phenomenal and it gives us a glimpse into a life that most of us have only seen in movies.
Utmost of respect and admiration for this man. Am thankful you realized many things to change your life, especially the love of a good woman and christianity. As you get older, and hopefully wiser, you find that family and forgiveness matter the most. Be safe my friends.
You an amazing man ! I love hearing you’re stories it so different ! Glad you stopped and had someone to get you through it all ! Much respect to you and ur family !
Cold hard business. It's romanticized in many ways the past lives of the old organization. Things have certainly changed with time and that old organization has faded away with the majority of people just getting involved in legitimate businesses which do not cause any legal troubles. With the world wide web and everyone connected, the possibilities are endless. Great story, sorry to hear about the loss of your friend, he was a real American and a legend in his own right. I respect his decision to meet death on his own terms and the fact that it was his decision not someone elses.
When you listen to some so call x mob guys talk about the life they seem to glorify it, but with micheal he explains it in such a way that it was what it was, the facts the realities and the probably outcome absolutely brilliant 👍all the best keep em coming.
My dad is 92, born on Feb 6, 1930. Still going strong and aiming for that 103 or higher! US Navy Korean War combat Vet and 23 year Detective with NYPD. Knew ALL the wise guys in Manhattan during the late 60 and 70s. Locked up The Chin more than once, was at the Gallo killing at Umbertos. Said wise guys were all respectful of cops. Not sure who Vinny Blue Eyes was but he was at a cop function in Manhattan and took a liking to my mom - danced the night away with her but ALWAYS respectful. My dad introduced e to Forlini’s (no gone) and I had many a great time at the bar and in the restaurant during my NYPD days. God Bless, Michael 🙏
Hi Mr Franzese once I saw this pop up on my notification jumped right on. I been watching you on these mafia show back when you did the 10 commandments of the mafia on discovery channel. I love your channel now I have it all the time.
Michael your special, you reviewed your life and decided it was time to take another direction. Glad for you and your family that you made that change.
Wow Michael, thank you for putting caution and privacy to the side to do these videos. Couldn’t have been an easy decision. Glad I found your YT page, look forward to catching up on all. Keep up the work.
The "crew" I hung out with as a teenager was a sure path to prison or death for me. And I had a bad feeling. One day I noticed a Military recruitment center, walked in, and joined the Navy. Back from a couple months of Bootcamp and two had been killed in a robbery. Four years later when I finished my service, ALL of my pals were in prison or dead.
You did the right thing and were smart enough to see where you were at in life.
@@chazgirl6186 I don’t know if I’d call it smart...I was lucky to have a good father who told me what to expect if I kept hanging out with my “friends.” I miss him.
Minus a few details we have the same story.
Goodness what a story and testament...
There's a reason you are alive.q
qim so glad you had that guy feeling God gives us to stay outta tr1oub1le or death
Good luck in life. Wish you well young man
Come on, think about all the fun you missed
It's amazing that we get to hear these stories for free.
Not free, you have to watch dreaded ads every 2-3 minutes
@@GrabbaBeer not me. You need ad blocker from google play or App Store.
@@GrabbaBeer I don't. TH-cam premium 😋
Forgetaboutit......
Shhhh
Utterly heartbreaking. To think you lived through all these things and still came out the other side as such a good hearted person. Really inspirational.
The thing is not all criminals are evil as what the media seems to make them out To be.
@@aceofcheems7685 yeah well some people are just born into that life like Michael here
He is not good hearted. He is a killer. Fascinating to listen to? yes, but he was a killer.
@@giorgig4828nah nah he had a choice not to go
Why is that heartbreaking?
Moral of the story:
Don't worry about it.
Forgetaboutit
Maybe they both got killed at the same year:/ but forgetaboutit
😂
@@zeke2388 Exactly!
This man killed my cousin tony, and my uncle giovanni but like I told my aunt lucia, just forgetta boutt it.
Much respect to Mr. Franzese. I met him at a book signing a few years ago at the University I work at and it was an amazing lecture and a fascinating man. Very personable and eloquent man. My great-grandfather was in the bottling business in the 1920's and delivered bottles to Lucky Luciano, and some distant relatives were "connected" in the Jewish mob in NYC in the 1950s/60s in the trucking business.
Mr. Franzese's charisma is off the charts, and the stories are powerful, captivating, and morally informative.
TH-cam made me a recommendation I couldn't refuse...
😂
Lol i really did 🤣
Best comment ever!
Underrated comment lol
Haha. Well played!
Michael's stories are all unbelievable. This TH-cam channel is one of the best things to come from 2020.
Him and Larry Lawton are fucking A1 content dude. Just recently found this guy from another channel that interviewed him.
Very true.
Try out Sammy The Bulls youtube channel! Doing amazing stories and awesome podcasts now
@@metalfacedeyedeas9760 he has crazy stories as well
@@seanmiller4559 True
Thank you, Mr. Michael. I don't think I've ever heard anyone talk of the courage it takes to commit suicide. Suicide is the hardest decision anyone can make. It takes incredible pain (emotional, physical, etc.) to go over that tipping point. My heart felt condolences for the loss of your dear friend. He was not a coward. 💗
Your body fires ever neuron and synapse in itself as your trying to kill yourself trying to make you not do it like if you see in a movie or tv show someone about to shoot themselves if they make the gun shake or their finger tremble a lot its their brain telling the body not to even though youve made up your mind the body still goes into self preservation trying to stop it
My relative took his own life 4 years back, stunned us all, many emotions of course my heart went out to his parents especially, late 70s, but I told them that he was at peace,I hope he is
I remember Jimmy “The Weasel” Fratiano was asked how he balanced his Catholicism with being a mobster. He simply replied, “We weren’t good Catholics”.
🤣🤣🤣 just a lil´ bit
Well that is the reason when you TaKe the oath to la Cosa nostra you denounce virgin Mary and god, burn that saint Mary picture in your hand.
@@oggamer3737 Every family has a different version of the oath. I've never heard of any that denounce the Virgin Mary or God, though. And the prayer card that's burnt also depends on the family I think.
Liam Beamer each family had a saint and none of the la cosa Nostra family’s denounced god or the Virgin Mary
Anyone remember dominik montiglio.... Looks different every video....
It sounds like your friend lived on his own terms and died on his own terms...respect.
I feel for his family though and it would have been better to pack everyone up and move to another state
HamiltonRb bro the mob would have got to him regardless
annoying huh Not necessarily. Did they get to Michael or Gotti jr? Also there are all kinds of made guys and associates out there that put a lot of guys in jail that are walking around, not too concerned about getting hit.
@@HamiltonRb The 70's were a much different time for LCN. Look at how many families across the nation are now defunct.
HamiltonRb Yeah but those were main guys they brought in money unlike tony
"You've been very loyal."
I don't know about you but I'm proud of it when said that. It gave me chills.
I am truly a fan of this guy. Michael has my respect. He understands and accepts that that people have a fascination about the mafia or mob life. He is humble today, respects others of that time he talks about. He don't down, talk bad about, snitch, or disrespect, he just simply tells a story and answers questions. Great guy. He really got me thinking about his way to Christ. I can relate
Yeah man
Right and he done his time🤷🏾♂️!!
I’m so sorry about the loss of your friend, Tony. 💔🙏
Micheal is the true OG of “that life” I love the severe truth he tells about it
I was born on February 6th. Dad died young I'm now older than he was when he passed. Great channel.
@Adrian Valladares didn't you watch the video?
@Adrian Valladares you must be blind or just plain stupid if you can't tell what it has to do with it
@Adrian Valladares also you misspelled hell you put he'll
The legendary story teller keeps giving us content. Thanks Mike
I'm addicted to listening Michael talking. Amazing!
My grandma was friends with all those Italian mafia guys from working at Lennys clam bar in Howard beach Queens New York way back in the day . She said this Michael guy was a good kid back when she knew him.
Props to your grandmother.
@@QED_ thank you :)
🤔🤔🤔🤔
@@adrianruiti3508 spit it out
Did she say he was a standup dude?
I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. He lived SUCH a long life, one of the longest. It still doesn't take away the pain though.
His dad killed a dozen people
It’s so cool to hear these stories. Not just out of a book or movie but by someone who actually lived that life. Such interesting things.
It sounds like you really loved your crew, Michael. Much respect.
Yall know as a capo he 100% either murdered or ordered murders throughout his mob career right? I can respect him for finding Jesus sure.
@@mr.rogers7612 it is what it is if he didn't make those orders he'd of been killed and that's all she wrote and somebody else would've just taken over his business and his capregime status. This was the late 70s early 80s before Giuliani & the RICO act really did a number on the mob in the late 80s
@@mr.rogers7612 ooooo in he bb hi b
@Miki Miyazaki B hi j
I’m becoming addicted to hearing this guy talk about the life. He seems like the only no bullshit man out here talking about these things.
Hes telling us his own personal stories so it's got a Lotta truth to it
Ya getting down to brass tax sin sends you to hell
Please listen to his coming to Jesus testimony.
Sammy the bull is great also
@T R what are you talking about?
The life can be very dark & Michael describes some of that darkness he experienced or knows about yet he brings things to a lesson for us all to learn from & better our lives.
I like the way Mr. Franzese carries himself
Hes a godly man now
Me 2
Great guy
Being a person of Faith changes you. Christ and CHRIST Alone Is The Answer.
Absolutely Leonel, i share your liking for Mr. Franzese 100%, I admire Mr Franzese in more ways than one, God Bless him for sharing his stories and all the positive works he is doing.. i just appreciate being a subscriber..
I've been watching videos with Michael in recently. And I have come to the conclusion that this man's wisdom is on another level. I couldn't imagine walking a mile in his shoes. Much respect to this man.
These stories are straight out of a movie. I’m glad Michael lived to tell his stories.
Same here. He's a good man. Very precious...
Mike tells his stories just like Sammy. He has a great memory to. I could listen to Mike and Sammy talk all day and night.
Black dude, born in Africa, raised in Sardinia Italy. Yep I have seen my share of mobs and gangsters. Funny enough, they always showed me love and never cared if I was black or whatever. I love this dude and his way of sharing his stories. I would love to meet him face to face and show the same love I got back in the day. I am a subscriber, are you? 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
I envy you being raised in Italy! Beautiful country and a beautiful language!
@@angelawhite3058 thanks 😊 currently living in the UK, but I do go back to visit my family every now and then.
@@TilleyOlsen
U must find the UK easy to live in.
@@drfeelgood5870 yeah because UK is multi cultural. Italians are still quite keen on their own people and habits, and also hardly accepts foreign cultures. The UK has a lot of multi cultural people living within it, although there are still people of Mafia caliber around, they don't really show themselves cause they only show themselves where the money goes. So yeah🙌🏾
@Auxiliary Stream Services
Really? You mean with human sacrifice, voodoo, open air slave markets etc. The british have alot to look forward to. Maybe they should just nuke the place to prevent it.
I cant tell you how much I enjoy listening to Michael's stories. Its honestly changed my outlook on life.
I saw ' The Godfather ' in 1972 when I was eleven and I admit the Mob Life has intrigued me ever since. I have a large book and film collection covering every aspect Mob Life including the history of the Mafia going back to Sicily and my own city of New Orleans where there was a war between the Matranga and Provenzano families for control of the docks. But the grim realty and the destruction of families as Michael described shows the ' true face ' . Thank you Michael again for a gripping heart felt look into that stark, grim life . . . still it's fascinating.
This dude looks 45. Youngest looking 70 year old man ever.
No way this dude is 70 u lying
@@IndiaNumberOneCoubtry swear. His dad just died at 103.
@@jazzdiamond2917 thats insane. I heard italians in italy had long lifespans due to their diets and lifestyle so maybe that has something to do with it. “He has the aging secret DOCTORS DONT WANT YOU TO KNOW”
Wow I just started watching this guy and I would have guessed late 50’s.
@@garnetnard4284 shit late 40s. And just think that's after a lifetime of booze
How can anyone not find the mafia fascinating?.I think the danger and the sheer violence of that life cannot fail to lure people in on a human level.We cannot comprehend being in that world but for those who were born into it or emerssed into it they knew no different.knowing one mistake,even an innocent one could get you killed is enough to put 99 per cent of us off which makes the characters inside the mafia so intriguing and scary.
Thats a genuinely heart wrenching story
These Mob stories are overwhelmingly striking..
I can listen to this guy talk everyday of the week!
💯
Me too ♥️♥️
What about weekends?
Michael you can tell looks better than maybe 99.9% of most guys his age (got the good genetics as he mentioned before his father made it to 103) but the internal scars are immense, the mental anguish, the tension, suspicion, losing good friends, the close calls...you can see how much it changes you and gives you a perspective on life few others have. Maybe only soldiers who have seen the worst of combat can come close.
Michael, you're wonderful and straightforward when you narrate your stories. Thank God you're of that underworld and now you're advising people what is the right way to live. I enjoy your shows. Keep up the good work.
Haven’t even watched it yet and already gave it a like. Fuhgetaboutit.
Same here!!!
Every damn time 👊🏽
You just know It’ll be good!
Fuhgetaboutit!
Haha me too! Did the same
I love hearing the stories that Michael Franzese tells about the life in the Mafia and how they operated back in the 70's and 80's
"Don't worry about it" is the italian version of a Indian head nod
forget about it
@@amanlala6266 *fougetaboutit*
🤣
More accurate than you think! We get really triggered when someone tell us "Non preoccuparti"..as it could sound a reassuring phrase, but it has a threatening shade as well
@@MoejiiOsmanTV bustin beans
Am I the only one that loves micheal’s “don’t worry about it” I’m about to turn that into a ringtone 😂
Add a "Forget About It" and boy I'm gonna ask my people to text me/call me every couple of hours...
Michael, the more I watch the more amazed I am. You are so blessed in so many ways. God Bless you, and be safe always...
I love hearing all these stories...I've bought 2 of his books and absolutely LOVED them...
If you haven't Read his books you are missing out
The pain of loss so evident its in his eyes...
This is one of the most badass YT channels out there
Hearing these stories about life in the mafia is truly unbelievable! Glad I was recommended this channel by TH-cam
So glad I discovered this channel through the Infographics Show. Michael Franzese's life was featured in one of their videos, and since then, this channel is one of my staples whenever I'm working.
It's really so nice of you Mr. Franzese to be completely honest & transperant about your previous professional life.
Thanks for sharing your story and I did get a stomach roll about your close friend taking his own life due to the fear of being taken into the room you spoke of. I like your moral to this story, Robby
I knew a leg breaker when I was younger & knew his boss too, we all got along. So, one day, I asked this leg breaker if his boss would send him after me, would he do it. He said, if I do not, someone will come after both of us. It's not a life of getting to choose what you can or cannot do.
That’s the nicest way of saying “fuck yeah id break your legs. Make you cry too”
Scary.
Michael I love your storytelling style and how you don’t need to drop curses every other word to have impact. You are a true talent at anything you do, whether mob, business, coaching- you are a fascinating guy!!!
I believe everyone watching and listening to your stories believes you 100% and that's why the view's and the subscribers on your channel keep on growing!!! You're the best!!!
Mr. Franzese, this was such a tragic story about your close friend Tony, and I send my condolences to his family. May he Rest In Peace. Thank you for sharing this. 😔
Michael is legitimately one of the nicest people out there. Thank you for all you do my friend. God bless.
As a self-proclaimed mob buff I love how you address shortfalls of the life and don't glorify it but keep it entertaining
he does glorify it, he never once mentions that these "good guys" were actively bullying and roughing up civilians for money, that they would extort working-class shopkeeps for money, that they would traffic and drive girls into prostitution. They're all good guys so long as you callously ignore all their victims, which is the distinguishing factor between someone with true regret and true understanding of the evils of the mob and someone who just regrets the friends they lost and the fact they got caught, which is Michael's position
Just found your channel and am now hooked! Your words of wisdom are not always what I want to hear but I have needed to hear. Thank you for making a difference in this strangers life.
I can listen to This man all day. 🙏🏼❤️
Michael what you said at the end applies to me this time - “When you agree to play by the rules, you play by the rules or there could be serious consequences at can affect your life”. Just want you to know that these messages reach people.
I work as a civilian employee in a state prison complex. This is what my employer expects of us. I try to keep on the straight and narrow, but there are numerous gray areas and loopholes, lol. No, nothing like smuggling in major contraband, but along the lines of letting an inmate keep a golf pencil than can no longer be sharpened (they use them for art purposes, but they can purchase new ones from the commissary so it is not something they can't own).
Don't make vows you can't keep.
Great story...great lesson...great moral. This message can reach a broad audience...people who normally don't respect "advice". Thank you.
The great thing about the Franzese page is no matter how far back you go there’s always a great story.
Can’t wait for mob movie Monday
This man is a National Treasure. He had the courage to leave that life, and even more courage to talk about it openly and change his ways and find Faith.
Many great lessons can be learned from this man. Cheers to you 👍.
Getting to hear these stories are simply simply amazing.
Truly enjoy how Michael Franzese shares his history with us all.
I cant get enough of his stories.
This guy the way he tells stories and how he lets out info without letting out to much info. Liking this channel
This is how I keep myself entertained, Michael is a fantastic speaker.
Initial "dodgy" editing aside (which was quickly forgotten btw), this has to be one of your best videos yet Michael. Not just for the info you glean on "the life" (that's merely a small aside) but for the valuable advice you give for one to live their life the correct way.
I'm more _spiritual_ than "religious." I had more to write but felt myself getting onto a much more different point than the comment originally intended. Essentially i greatly appreciate the "spirit" of your message and i hope you continue the work that spirit intends.
You spread goodness. I hope you continue to find succour in your faith. And i hope you continue your Great Work unimpeded.
Best wishes for Peace Profound my Brother
First of all Mr. Franzese, I love your content and could listen to your stories for days on end. That being said- it sends chills down my spine when he says things like "I never held any grudges", "I'm not talking out of school". It is that clearing of the air, just in case somebody who may be involved in this life still, so that they don't take what he is saying as disrespect or take it as he is divulging too much information. That's the scariest part for me. Even though he hung up his hat long ago there is still a code of respect that has to be shown and he does a great job showing that respect. Personally Mr Franzese, I have all the respect for you in the world. Your content is phenomenal and it gives us a glimpse into a life that most of us have only seen in movies.
Utmost of respect and admiration for this man. Am thankful you realized many things to change your life, especially the love of a good woman and christianity. As you get older, and hopefully wiser, you find that family and forgiveness matter the most. Be safe my friends.
I stumbled across Michael on Mike Tysons podcast and have been hooked ever since!! Such a positive guy. I love all of the content!
Me too
Mental issues are the hardest to get away from.... ive been there myself. Thanks for the story.
You an amazing man ! I love hearing you’re stories it so different ! Glad you stopped and had someone to get you through it all ! Much respect to you and ur family !
Love that Michael is always straight forward with us, keeping it real and no bs. Keep it up boss
Amazing that a life you miss can also be your worst nightmare. Such acceptance with dire consequences! Amazing!
This channel has grown so fast, lots of respect!!
Cold hard business. It's romanticized in many ways the past lives of the old organization. Things have certainly changed with time and that old organization has faded away with the majority of people just getting involved in legitimate businesses which do not cause any legal troubles. With the world wide web and everyone connected, the possibilities are endless. Great story, sorry to hear about the loss of your friend, he was a real American and a legend in his own right. I respect his decision to meet death on his own terms and the fact that it was his decision not someone elses.
When you listen to some so call x mob guys talk about the life they seem to glorify it, but with micheal he explains it in such a way that it was what it was, the facts the realities and the probably outcome absolutely brilliant 👍all the best keep em coming.
Mr. Franzese stories are so eye opening about the serious consequences that people who get into that life face.
Man, what a sad story. Michael you tell a story like no other! I cannot quit watching your videos!
That’s crazy because in the movies they do make it look like it’s a lavish lifestyle but no one thinks of the consequences.
I love hearing old stories and also love the positivity on the channel.
Wow....this is by far one of the best channels on you tube....serious lessons learned here...wow!!!! Vlad who...lol
Love the water balloon story but so sad the way it ended for your friend. I truly hope he made his peace with Christ. God bless Micheal🙏🏼✝️
My dad is 92, born on Feb 6, 1930. Still going strong and aiming for that 103 or higher! US Navy Korean War combat Vet and 23 year Detective with NYPD. Knew ALL the wise guys in Manhattan during the late 60 and 70s. Locked up The Chin more than once, was at the Gallo killing at Umbertos. Said wise guys were all respectful of cops. Not sure who Vinny Blue Eyes was but he was at a cop function in Manhattan and took a liking to my mom - danced the night away with her but ALWAYS respectful. My dad introduced e to Forlini’s (no gone) and I had many a great time at the bar and in the restaurant during my NYPD days. God Bless, Michael 🙏
I’ve never been able to visualize a story until I started listening to Michael
Hi Mr Franzese once I saw this pop up on my notification jumped right on. I been watching you on these mafia show back when you did the 10 commandments of the mafia on discovery channel. I love your channel now I have it all the time.
Could listen to you for hours,did you ever know or have any interactions with the Westies ?
Michael your special, you reviewed your life and decided it was time to take another direction. Glad for you and your family that you made that change.
Hey Mike I love how you added a moral to the story. Great job, I took it to heart.
Michael ! Great video. Huge impactful story. Thanks so much ! Much appreciated ...
I like this guy.I could listen to him all day.I stumbled on a show one Saturday he was talking about.Ive been transfixed ever since
You can't help but listen when Mr. Franzese speaks
I would love to hear more regular stories from Mr Michael, but just how his everyday life is. You know, see how human he can be
Watching you bearing your soul like you do is inspirational, Michael. Thank you 💛 and may God bless you and yours!!
I can listen to Michael’s stories all day
For a former mafia guy, this man is very well put together, educated, well-spoken and these stories are cool.
Facelift?
Good story teller ,I could listen all day
Last time I was this early Joe Pesci was still shining shoes
Didn't ya hear? Pesci dont shine shoes no more. You been gone long time so I dont know if you you though. Pesci dont shine shoes anymore.
How many times I gotta tell youse: I don't shine shoes no more!!! Hahaha
Hey I'm just breakin balls don't get too big on me ya prick ya.
Tommy should have gone home and gotten his fucking shinebox like Billy told him.
😂😂
I’m glad you made it out with life left to enjoy.
Great story. Hard when a friend or family member gets in trouble and you can't help.
Wow Michael, thank you for putting caution and privacy to the side to do these videos. Couldn’t have been an easy decision. Glad I found your YT page, look forward to catching up on all. Keep up the work.