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Welcome to The Hollywood Godfather Podcast. Hosted by The Godfather star Gianni Russo and co-host Jeanie Raymond, this captivating podcast dives deep into Russo’s incredible life, from his history with the mob to his friendships with Hollywood legends, Vatican insiders, U.S. presidents, and iconic figures from around the world. Gianni and Jeanie bring listeners behind the scenes of some of the most compelling stories in entertainment and organized crime, often joined by special celebrity guests. Listen for firsthand accounts of untold stories, candid conversations, and a journey through a life that blends crime, fame, and power.
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- Yesterday53 min
Vincent Squillante: The Garbage King (Rebroadcast)
Gianni Russo, Pat Piccirilli, and Megan Horan discuss how New York City’s private carting (garbage) industry emerged around 1953 and became heavily infiltrated by the mafia, including price undercutting and shakedowns of restaurants and businesses, with the Gambino family said to dominate. They focus on Vincent Squillante, a very short made member and major earner who worked closely with Albert Anastasia and was reportedly near him during Anastasia’s 1957 barber-shop assassination; after Anastasia’s death, Squillante lost protection and vanished in 1961, with theories ranging from Gambino having him killed to a story of women stabbing him. They mention Squillante’s extortion arrest and cellmate Rudolf Abel, Giuliani-era crackdowns that hurt Angelo Ponte’s carting business, Russo’s own near-indictment, a Corleone Fine Italian Foods sponsor spot, and a mailbag covering cookbooks, Little Italy’s changes, football, recent films, and Russo’s relationships with Godfather castmates.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
- 2 weeks ago52 min
Gunfight on Troutman Street: The Gang Who Couldn’t Think Straight (Rebroadcast)
A Rebroadcast of episode 140Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
- 3 weeks ago51 min
The Downfall of Don Vito Genovese (Rebroadcast)
Gianni Russo, Pat Picirelli, and Megan Horan discuss a New York Post article claiming the five families worry younger mobsters are too tied to phones and social media, citing a fugitive Colombo consigliere, Ralph DiMatteo, caught after his son posted a poolside photo, and another extortionist who sent threats by text. The main topic is Vito Genovese: after the 1957 Apalachin meeting embarrassed the mafia, narcotics chief Harry Anslinger targeted Genovese for heroin trafficking. They describe an informant used to link Genovese to heroin meetings and argue he may have been framed by rivals like Costello and Gambino; Genovese’s conviction led to prison where he marked Joe Valachi for death, prompting Valachi to testify and expose La Cosa Nostra. In the mailbag, they answer questions about Russo’s delayed clothing line, Corleone Fine Italian products, Mort Downey Jr., mafia depictions, Harlem numbers king “Spanish Raymond” Marquez, Greg DePalma, top bosses, and continuing the podcast.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
- 4 weeks ago53 min
The Iceman: A Legend in His Own Mind
On the Hollywood Godfather Podcast, Gianni Russo, Patrick Picciarelli, and Megan Horan discuss Richard Kuklinski (“The Iceman”), describing him as a New Jersey criminal convicted of five murders (plus a confessed, unsolved police officer killing) who later claimed involvement in major mob hits to profit from interviews and an HBO special that reportedly paid his wife nearly $500,000. Pat argues many of Kuklinski’s famous confessions (Hoffa, DeMeo, Castellano, Galante) were fabricated, noting organized-crime experts and mob figures denied knowing him. They cover his methods (freezing bodies, cyanide spray), domestic abuse, and how an undercover ATF operation helped catch him; he died in 2006 of natural causes per an autopsy by Michael Baden. The episode includes a sponsor read and a mailbag covering mob initiation, San Francisco, Oscar Goodman as a guest suggestion, Judy Garland/Costello, Bar Rescue’s Jon Taffer, Whitey Bulger LSD rumors, the impact of the Castellano hit, and Seabiscuit, then plugs an online petition to reopen Marilyn Monroe’s case.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
- Jun 24, 202653 min
Operation Greylord - The True Story (Rebroadcast)
On the Hollywood Godfather Podcast, hosts Gianni and Patrick Piccirilli interview Chicago private investigator Paul Ciolino about Operation Greylord, a 1980s federal undercover probe into corruption in the Cook County court system that led to 93 indictments, including 17 judges, 48 lawyers, and multiple law enforcement and court officials, with many convictions; Ciolino describes entrenched political and organized-crime influence, routine bribery, and notorious courtroom abuses, and notes fallout such as controversial prosecutions like the “Marquette 10.” Piccirilli recounts dealings with ex-cop/lawyer Bob Cooley, calling him untrustworthy and describing a theft incident, while discussing informants and jailhouse snitches. The episode includes a sponsor spot for Corleone Fine Italian Foods and a mailbag segment covering Times Square prostitute murders, favorite foods and travel, Vegas changes, a planned fictional book series, and Russo’s projects, including rap music and a Kansas City TV series.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
- Jun 17, 202654 min
Tommy Bilotti: Loyalty Cost Him His Life
In this flashback episode, Gianni Russo, Patrick Piccirelli, and Megan Horan discuss the Bilotti family, focusing on Tommy Bilotti’s role as Paul Castellano’s trusted driver/bodyguard and the planning and execution of the Sparks Steakhouse hit, including disguises, multiple shooters, and later identification through cooperators and FBI bugs. Russo recounts personal stories about Bilotti, Tommy Ernst, and a Jersey shootout, explains why Castellano was targeted (including perceived disrespect to Neil Dellacroce), and describes how fear, money, RICO, and seized assets eroded mob loyalty. They note Bilotti’s brother Joey was brought in and warned after the murder. The episode includes an ad for Corleone Fine Italian products and a mailbag covering hidden mob wealth, Russo’s shoe style (influenced by Dean Martin), his Prison Break experience and residuals, favorite Las Vegas Italian restaurant (Piero’s), the Joe Valachi testimony, and favorite traits of Brando and Sinatra.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
- Jun 10, 202635 min
Marilyn Monroe's Final Days-Validated by Gianni & James Patterson (Rebroadcast)
In the final episode of the year, We look into the controversial death of Marilyn Monroe. Co-hosts Gianni and Jeanie discuss the release of Russo's latest book, 'Mafia Secrets,' and James Patterson's 'The Last Days of Marilyn Monroe,' which both address the circumstances surrounding Monroe's death. Russo shares personal recollections from 63 years ago, emphasizing his role as an informant for Frank Costello. He reveals that Monroe's death was a cover-up involving figures like Bobby Kennedy and the Chicago mob, contradicting her official suicide verdict. The hosts reflect on the implications of Patterson's findings, which validate Russo's long-held assertions and recount Monroe's relationships and final days. They also share future plans for the podcast and Russo’s upcoming events, while highlighting their determination to have Monroe’s cause of death reclassified from suicide to homicide by her 100th birthday.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
- Jun 3, 202649 min
Dorothy Kilgallen: A Legacy Revived (Rebroadcast)
This episode of the Hollywood Godfather podcast, Gianni & Jeanie pay tribute to Dorothy Kilgallen, a renowned journalist and investigative reporter who died under mysterious circumstances 60 years ago. Guest Mark Shaw discusses his research on Kilgallen's work and death, while New York City Councilman Robert Holden talks about his efforts to honor her memory by renaming a street near her former home as 'Dorothy Kilgallen Way.' They touch on Kilgallen's investigations into the JFK assassination, the challenges faced in reopening her case, and the importance of giving her the recognition she deserves. The podcast also details plans for a public ceremony on November 8th to officially rename the street.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Welcome to The Hollywood Godfather Podcast. Hosted by The Godfather star Gianni Russo and co-host Jeanie Raymond, this captivating podcast dives deep into Russo’s incredible life, from his history with the mob to his friendships with Hollywood legends, Vatican insiders, U.S. presidents, and iconic figures from around the world. Gianni and Jeanie bring listeners behind the scenes of some of the most compelling stories in entertainment and organized crime, often joined by special celebrity guests. Listen for firsthand accounts of untold stories, candid conversations, and a journey through a life that blends crime, fame, and power.
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