The Jordan Harbinger Show 634: Joe Barone | Living in Dread Between the Mob and the Feds Part One
Mar 8, 2022
Joe Barone, the longest-running mafia informant in FBI history, shares his jaw-dropping journey from a crime family to living in hiding. Born into the mob, he reveals how a tragic murder turned him into an informant for 18 years, navigating dangers on both sides. Joe discusses the real ties that bind mob families, the gritty financial realities of organized crime, and the emotional toll of betrayal and loyalty. With tales that blur the lines between right and wrong, his story is a thrilling glimpse into a life few can imagine.
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Family History of Violence
- Joe Barone's grand-uncle, involved with Al Capone's bootlegging, was killed.
- His uncle, a barber, killed the men who threatened him for the money, then moved to New York but was shot 20 years later in a revenge attack.
Uncle Joe's Trauma
- Joe's uncle, traumatized by the shooting, developed Alzheimer's and became fearful.
- Joe would greet him, but his uncle's fear showed the lasting impact of the mob life.
A Mother's Plea and A Father's Lure
- Joe's mother, aware of the dangers, didn't want him involved in the mob.
- Despite aspirations of becoming a postman, Joe was lured into loan sharking by his father.