The Culture War Podcast with Tim Pool The Culture War #83 Michael Franzese, Was Life Better Under Mafia Rule? w/ Michael Franzese & Shane Cashman
Sep 27, 2024
Michael Franzese, a former caporegime of the Colombo crime family, joins journalist Shane Cashman to discuss the complexities of organized crime. They explore whether life under mafia rule offered more stability compared to today's chaos. Franzese shares insights on mafia operations and their connections to politics, critiquing modern corruption and societal decay. The duo reflects on nostalgia for a seemingly safer past and the evolving dynamics between organized crime and law enforcement, revealing personal anecdotes and the hidden realities behind mafia life.
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Respect and Retribution
- Tim Pool recounts a scene from A Bronx Tale where a mob boss handles disrespectful bikers.
- This illustrates the swift justice and respect for order often associated with mafia presence.
Order in the Neighborhoods
- Michael Franzese emphasizes that there was no crime in their neighborhoods under mafia rule.
- Their communities were taken care of, and people appreciated the order.
Framing by Law Enforcement
- Michael Franzese claims his father, an underboss, was framed and served 40 years.
- He highlights the framing tactics used by law enforcement against the mafia, even if they try to hide it.