Scratch & Win cover image

Part 4: The Last Mafia Boss of Boston

Scratch & Win

00:00

The RICO Reveal: Unmasking Organized Crime

This chapter investigates a pivotal RICO case that exposed the intricacies of organized crime in Boston, focusing on illegal gambling and the violent control mechanisms within it. It also discusses the transition to state lotteries as a governmental strategy for revenue generation amidst a backdrop of community connection to illegal numbers games and the implications of excessive taxation.

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app