The Megyn Kelly Show What Life is Really Like in the Mob, and Finding God in Prison, with Former Mafia Member Michael Franzese | Ep. 674
Nov 21, 2023
Michael Franzese, a former high-ranking member of the Colombo crime family, shares his incredible journey from mobster to redemption seeker. He discusses growing up in a notorious family, the harsh realities of mafia life, and his relationship with Rudy Giuliani during a racketeering case. Franzese reveals how he found God in prison after a guard handed him a Bible and reflects on the striking parallels between Hollywood films like Goodfellas and real mob life. His transformation highlights lessons learned about loyalty, betrayal, and the pursuit of a meaningful life.
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Early Mafia Memory
- Michael Franzese's earliest memory is of his father returning home during a gang war, unshaven and guarded.
- This early exposure to the mafia lifestyle shaped Franzese's childhood and perspective.
Path to Joining
- Franzese's father discouraged him from joining the mafia, emphasizing education instead.
- Franzese only joined after his father's imprisonment, feeling obligated to help.
Becoming "Made"
- Becoming a "made guy" involves a recruit period demonstrating loyalty and discipline.
- This includes prioritizing the family's needs above all else, even family emergencies.