This guy is a good interviewer. He asks straightforward questions then let’s the guest talk and tries not to talk over people. These interviews are like a drug. Can’t quit watchin em
which really draws my attention is how he adapts to the situation and in a way mirrors the guest's behaviour. f.e, michael keeps saying "patrick" in the midst of speaking so patrick does that too, (saying michael's name). he is very socially aware and that shows.
@Carolynn Markiewicz I 100% believe God had His hand in this man's life. The Mafia life is a corrosive life, but a life with God and Christ as number 1 is the best life. I am thankful I never went into this business and I''ve seen how God has saved many people out of the organized crime/drug business world. It's a true blessing to know that Jesus loves each of us so much that He went to the Cross and died for us sins so that we may not have to suffer in Hell and try to justify our transgression. That's our amazing God above. May God has mercy on us.
@@Ryan-iw3dj It's not that we don't sense sarcasm. It's that this guy is now a Christian and more so, a follow of Jesus. This guy went from highest paid mob boss to a man who is serving in ministry. That's a big change.
No sneakdisses round here. If he has a problem with someone they wouldn’t know from him bitching to someone else about them but by bullet in chest or bat in the back of the head
Give people respect to earn that respect the mob life was dangerous and you have to be on everyone’s good side and respect is the best way to get on everyone’s good side
Who has he testified against or had sent to prison? He's in the public eye he does talks all over the place it wouldn't be hard to find him or kill him if the mob wanted to that tells me he didnt rat on nobody
23:24 "If this life can separate Father and Son, then what do we really have here" what a heartbreaking moment. The fact that his father through him under the bus is really hurtful. That being said I think this guy was really lucky and he is a remarkable person, presents himself very well. Can be anything he wants to be with those skills.
Crazy to hear that. I don’t remember who it was but there was another guy who told a story about how his own dad put a hit out for him during their peak. I can’t imagine picking a mob over my own kid, being that now I’d throw myself on a grenade for my kid. Those are guys that would kill eachother over anything but turn on their own blood. Really sad
The folks that are the real Organized Crime Group - don't have "Term Limits" - but those that do - report to them: The "Organized Crimal Group of the 21st Century" - the Global/International Financiers and Banking Corp - that owns our Federal Reserve Bank Corp and 98% of Mainstream News Media, 100% of the "AP", and the largest 10 Corporations of the Western World, under the Direction of its Controlling Shareholder aka the Rothschild family.
I love how he keeps calling his interviewer by name. "Well, I'll tell you this Patrick" or "You know what happened Patrick, was.." He's not just doing an interview, he makes you feel like he's talking to you, just you, directly. It is the kind of thing that makes people feel important, and its a subtle power move. The interviewer already admires him but he is gaining respect out of him by making the interview feel personal. You get the feeling that he would talk to anyone like that. A random store clerk, a mailman, a child. You always remember people who remember your name. He makes you want to be interested in him because he is showing he is interested in you. It is no wonder he got to where he was in the life and one of the few people to make it out. Knowing business is one thing but knowing business and knowing people and people's behavior will take you so much further. Fascinating person.
Reminds me of Corinthians when Paul spoke of pleading with the Lord to take away the thorn in his flesh and the Lord replied "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness."
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What about the misery him and his organization caused for countless others? I doubt his victims found it to be a blessing. The guy is a criminal. Why are you taking his word as inspiration?
I absolutely love the fact, that you guys put a soundtrack over this interview, really added to the ambiance and I felt like it added depth. Wish more podcasts would do this.
I loved the soundtrack, fantastic video. Understood everything without needing English subs like when i hear some accents of English. Cheers from Brazil.
I'll honestly be more intimidated by a guy like Michael, who is calm and collected because I could never guess what the hell he would do next than a guy who wears chains and have tattoo all over and who talk tough.
They wear chains, have tattoos all over (not that there's anything wrong with) and talk tough because they're mentally weak. This guy's the opposite and that's why you should fear this guy more, And respect him more.
Well I’ve heard it said by many that “It is impossible to be both a rapper & a gangster. As a profession, you can be either one or the other.” And it kinda makes sense cuz you can’t be committing felonies daily as a full time job while being on stage / a celebrity. You wouldn’t last long at all. What do you think? 🤔
I love how stupid everyone in America is! I hope you don't believe that this murderer actually got off Giuliany's hook because he "defeated him"??? In these cases they "strike a deal" and I am pretty sure that the deal was related to the Russian-Jewish Maffia witch which this asshole was involved in: they actually gave up all the other Italian families because the new Maffia clan had to take over New York. That's why all the other Italians died except this MoFo! The case against him was nothing but a smokescreen - it was then dropped when things quieted down! What the fuck you guys are doing over there besides watching ballgames and enslaving yourselves to the Elites by taking up nonsense loans???? :))))
“Children want to love their parents..u gotta give them a real reason not to love their parents” . Thank you for this statement Michael, it makes me feel better. I’m a divorced father who lives in another country, not by choice, but always call and try my best , so this statement makes it abit better. Thank you.
Two-Face: "You either die a hero or you live long enough to see yourself become the villain." Michael Franzese: You either die a villain or you live long enough to see yourself become a hero."
I sure hope you didn't father any children, may your DNA end with you. Stupid comment man! He killed and asked other people to kill on his orders, so he and only he could profit.
I've watched this interview so many times, not only because it's an extremely interesting subject but mainly because Patrick's kinda unorthodox interview method. He's such an underrated media personality. Love your work my friend.
Gingerscantbepirates Yah ironic is when a person of non existant intelligence calls out other people for being dumb, but he is really the only one that doesnt understand
Sad to say this is reality...your best friend will make you a drug addict if it enable them to get millions.....people these days have mask and a lot of them (irony)
The way he talks is so amazing. So calm, humble in a way you feel a lot respect. What a great story. Can't wait to find out more about him. Congratulations for such an interesting interview.
His mother was generous and kind. She was a great cook and loved her family. He was in a true family that expressed love for each other. Brought up that way makes for values other street thugs don't understand. That is key to understand.
As a Mother and Daughter I loved that the most! 🥰 Great interview. “Children want to love their parents. You’ve gotta give them a real reason not to love their parents.” Powerful indeed.
This man is pure class. I’m getting that book . He has powerful pearls of wisdom he is freely giving. No one on the planet is like him obviously. Just incredible.
I'm not sure "class" is the word. He's a criminal who was involved if not directly complicit in corruption, extortion, price controls, intimidation, murder, and possibly (probably) torture to get where he was. Exploiting and hurting people and their families for power and money isn't "class." It's one step away from fascism.
@@silvermediastudiothere is one word changes everything in all of yours statent. "was" that means he is not anymore. He is not proud of it, he isnjust explaining how that was. Are you saint? You might be morethan him. Dont crucify somebody for the past life, whis he is not proud of. Am 100% sure you have dark side that no body knows so dont be arrogant.
@@Bisekoson I never once committed crimes against my fellow man. Don't crucify somebody for the past life? It's THIS life, he didn't die and rise up like Jesus. He did terrible things for money and power not 20 years ago. He was directly involved in murder, intimidation, theft, emotional and physical torture, who knows what other wicked acts he willfully and intentionally engaged in. Don't crucify somebody for it? I guess Hitler and Mao get a pass in your book as well, they never actually pulled the trigger on anyone and it was for a "noble cause."
This guy has the looks and actually been in the position. No movie could exaggerate his live. Even if your moral doesn't allow giving such guy credit, you have to acknowledge he is the real deal. inspirational
@@rh9783 just because a person is interested in certain things that others find offensive, doesnt make them a bad person. You can learn alot from the way society is by paying attention to these type of topics. Its a brutal world out there and Id rather have as much knowledge as possible, than turn a blind eye and pretend this doesnt exist.
I’d really like to meet Michael. Stand up guy. Paid his debt to society. Makes no excuses. Accepted accountability turned his faith and everything to God. That’s a ‘goodfella’ .
All of you just can’t sit back and enjoy the entertainment. Everything is taken literally and just comes off as being a damn hater. You obviously have watched the video’s so if you think he’s such a rat and snitch, why are you watching?
I loved his statement: "God never throws you into the fire without preparing you first!" I believe that to be a true statement in my own life. Just because you are a child of the most High does not guarantee a wonderful life. There are MANY ups and downs to go through in preparation for our exact purpose here. But through it all, and to get through it all, Thank God we do have Him!
Right! It's not easy as others portray it to be. The characters in the Bible might be bleased but they went through a lot. Jacob, Joseph the Dreamer who became the second in command next to Pharaoh, King David, Elijah, etc. They are all blessed but man, the tragedy they went through. Makes me long for the day that Jesus will wipe our tears away
@@iggyblitz8739 No one is saying it is. Michael isnt saying it is. This man lived a dangerous lifestyle, got caught, did his time, got out and repented. Since then he has done nothing but positive stuff, like steering kids away from the Gangster life etc. If that is not admirable then idk what is.
@@iggyblitz8739 You dont need to admire someone's life to admire someone. You can admire a con-man's charisma but not the lifestyle itself. It's natural to be interested in someone's characteristic without necessarily liking them. I admire Michael's honesty and calm nature even though i dont like him having a criminal past, making millions a week with a gas tax scheme, and worked in a brutal enviroment.
Michael Franzese came to speak at our local church. His personal story how he found his Faith in God is even more inspirational! God Bless and Happy New Year!
This is a very informative video. Prior to watching this I had the impression that HOMEOWNER ASSOCIATIONS (HOAs) were exactly like mafia money skimming operations. Now I know that there are at least three basic differences: 1: People volunteer to join the mafia. HOAs force homeowners to join. 2: The legal system actively goes after mafia gangsters. The criminal gangsters on HOA boards also skim money from the homeowners, but the legal system does not investigate them. 3: The process to move up in the mafia involves murdering their political opponents. People move up on HOA boards by hiring dishonest corrupt management companies to count the votes. This ensures that only board members who do the bidding of the management companies get elected to the board of directors. The mafia system is more violent but at least the competing candidates are on a more equal footing.
This is EXACTLY how the us government has been run! Whether people love or hate Trump, he brought light to this fact for many of us. Im from California and hated Trump, but I couldn’t argue with the logic he brought forth. The mob/mafia holding power over individuals is the same as the us government holding power over politicians. If you’re not on board with the companies fixing the problems that the government is creating, you’re an enemy. Opposing opinions are buried by corporations funding the problem so the government is able to subsidize “solutions”.
Omg thats funny you say that i own a landscaping business and a board member of the hoa gets me work in developement and i give him 15% of all profits lmao
last year i became a home owner and this was a shock im working my way towards a higher taks bracket now and the people i know in that life rent instead of own for a long time i thought they were out of their mind
I think he probably isn't wearing shoes because he's chilling in his home. And it looks pretty nice, so he probably doesn't want to hear a bunch of shit from his wife.
This man is very smart, I think of all the Mafia bosses one of the smartest ever. A Mafia boss who is so smart are the most dangerous, because they are always one step ahead.
If you are unsure who to trust in these confusing times: Trust the courageous ones. Truth requires courage. Courage requires fortitude. Truth requires integrity. Cowards tell lies. Cowards support liars. Telling a lie is easy. Believing a lie is easy. Being compliant is easy. Staying silent is easy. Trusting without thinking is easy. Thinking for yourself is hard. Standing up for what is right is hard. Being real & authentic is hard. In times like these it takes all the courage in the world to question the status quo and to speak up and tell the Truth. Trust the courageous.
I've read Michael's book about his dad and growing up. I feel a strong connection to his relationship with his father . Michael seems like a faithful respectful man that appreciates his family and faith and doesn't take things for granted after his 2nd chance at life. Michael , if you read this .... I hate reading and I literally read your whole book in one sitting. I've done some horrible things in my life and I've been trying to get a 2nd chance, everything you are doing inspires me to keep going. God bless you and your family, I've also seen your daughter has had health issues.... I wish her only the best and I pray for you and your family continued success and good health. Best of luck to you and your family. ( And thank you for being brave enough to tell your story )
Sick of this bullshit. Near enuff every comment section has a sad bastard like u. ' who watchin tis during lockdown '. What the fuck that got to do wif anythin. What the hell it even mean. Sad bastards who dont know how to start a convesation
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Michael Franzese what an icon! Really can learn more from you about how to run a Business, how to negotiate and live life properly than from any startup enterpreneur!
If it comes down to sitting down and talking to Michael or Sammy.... I choose Michael every day! Watching each interview you can hear who honest and who half honest
“How did you become a successful mafia, drug dealer, loan shark, racketeering tax evader? “ “Well I had a really good role model in my father “ obviously
It's his house and to praise someone for taking their shoes off is pretty sad . Anyone who was raised with some manners and common sense knows shoes off . If people are impressed by someone who takes their shoes off at home just shows how fucked up thr world is we live in
This guy is a good interviewer. He asks straightforward questions then let’s the guest talk and tries not to talk over people. These interviews are like a drug. Can’t quit watchin em
B H won’t disagree with that, I think Michael is an easy to person to interview cuz his stories are so fascinating
Not like VladTV
Right? Heard way too many where interviewers try to personalize shit and insert their sad ass selves into places where they know they aren't wanted.
which really draws my attention is how he adapts to the situation and in a way mirrors the guest's behaviour. f.e, michael keeps saying "patrick" in the midst of speaking so patrick does that too, (saying michael's name). he is very socially aware and that shows.
Agree, plus he has a cool voice.
Man was an athlete, pre-med student, mafia boss, author, public figure, and a great speaker. That's how mafia works.
@Carolynn Markiewicz Please tell me that is just hard to sense sarcasm. If not, you must be new to the internet.
More honest than any politician running for President in 2020.
Ryan The mafia works pretty well for those at the top. The bottom 90% gets scraps
@Carolynn Markiewicz I 100% believe God had His hand in this man's life. The Mafia life is a corrosive life, but a life with God and Christ as number 1 is the best life. I am thankful I never went into this business and I''ve seen how God has saved many people out of the organized crime/drug business world. It's a true blessing to know that Jesus loves each of us so much that He went to the Cross and died for us sins so that we may not have to suffer in Hell and try to justify our transgression. That's our amazing God above. May God has mercy on us.
@@Ryan-iw3dj It's not that we don't sense sarcasm. It's that this guy is now a Christian and more so, a follow of Jesus. This guy went from highest paid mob boss to a man who is serving in ministry. That's a big change.
Fear an old man in a profession where men die young
and journalists
And dentists
Drug users, Firefighters, Miners, police etc etc
Especially if they did something that should have gotten them killed
@@josephvital "You're an anti dentite!" Kramer, on Seinfeld.
I had the opportunity to meet Michael once. One to remember.
"Everybody acts like a gangster.. Until a real gangster walks in the room"
Your right
Everybody wants to be a gangster, untill it’s time to do gangster shit.
Everybody gangsta till a mafia boss walks in the room
Inwas about ti comment that. Your a real one❤️
@ and what, your an experienced mob boss?
He speaks so highly of everyone even if he isn’t too fond of them
Bourbon Freeman being Humble🤙🏽🤙🏽
No sneakdisses round here. If he has a problem with someone they wouldn’t know from him bitching to someone else about them but by bullet in chest or bat in the back of the head
Give people respect to earn that respect the mob life was dangerous and you have to be on everyone’s good side and respect is the best way to get on everyone’s good side
Everyone has their pros and cons even if they're bad people there'll be something admirable about them
Therefore he’s alive
Only the most confident men can sit like that in socks.
Its his house
and now Timberland socks got my attention...hahaha...good marketing
Well when you snitch on everyone and cut a full immunity deal for yourself you know dam well your untouchable because the feds have your back
Who has he testified against or had sent to prison? He's in the public eye he does talks all over the place it wouldn't be hard to find him or kill him if the mob wanted to that tells me he didnt rat on nobody
Luis Hyde then the guest should follow the house rules, especially considering his history.
23:24 "If this life can separate Father and Son, then what do we really have here" what a heartbreaking moment. The fact that his father through him under the bus is really hurtful. That being said I think this guy was really lucky and he is a remarkable person, presents himself very well. Can be anything he wants to be with those skills.
Crazy to hear that. I don’t remember who it was but there was another guy who told a story about how his own dad put a hit out for him during their peak. I can’t imagine picking a mob over my own kid, being that now I’d throw myself on a grenade for my kid. Those are guys that would kill eachother over anything but turn on their own blood. Really sad
38 years in prison puts a few dents in the armour. God bless the man.
His pop saved his life by throwing him under the bus. He has matured into the knowledge of that. He didn't comprehend it at the time.
maby his father through him under the bus because he loved him and wanted him to learn a lesson
@@redhead8777 I didn't think of it like that... interesting.
He looks better in his 70s than most people in their 40s or 50s
Yen the smiling dinosaur he’s 68
King Perkins he’s close enough
King Perkins come back 2 years later then
His dad was 103 he just died
@@remymills9972 nobody asked tbh
The fact that keeping your mouth shut in the mafia is a big thing and him giving a really honest interview after all these years is really impressive
@@mrregular9684 bloop bloop peep poop idk what you're saying
@@pacskulls7757 lol ignorant
Shows that u can't trust anyone nowadays
Yeah well ... He said nothing that isn't spoken about publicly already. I bet there is A LOT that he is NOT telling.
brooklyn for life what u gon do bout it
"If they do it against the bad guys, one day they will do it against the good guys". The corruption in our government today makes that quote so true.
Exactly my thoughts! See what Obama's FBI did to DJT
I was going to say exactly that
We saw it and are still seeing it with one of the best presidents to take office
Lol @ the people admiring crooked Trump
Compscript the corruption in our government today? Name me a time when the government wasn’t corrupt. GROW UP.
The folks that are the real Organized Crime Group - don't have "Term Limits" - but those that do - report to them:
The "Organized Crimal Group of the 21st Century" - the Global/International Financiers and Banking Corp - that owns our Federal Reserve Bank Corp and 98% of Mainstream News Media, 100% of the "AP", and the largest 10 Corporations of the Western World, under the Direction of its Controlling Shareholder aka the Rothschild family.
A CALM PERSON IS A VERY DANGEROUS PERSON.
only if they're dangerous.
How he talks about his father is beautiful. The impact a father has on their child truly is astonishing.
His father the killer
Killer or not he's still his Father.
I never had a father.
And since my life is wellp, yes I can confirm. A father really helps.
But mothers do too
didnt his dad betray him?
Truide fathers Are the most important piece in a child’s life especially a son.
Best line explaining why he's alive: "I just out-lasted everybody."
Exactly
True, but I don’t think they was realy trying hard to find him since he didn’t rat either.
He moved to California. Rewatch. Lol
pretty simple
@Spaced Adventurer I agree. This man is very intelligent.
I love how he keeps calling his interviewer by name. "Well, I'll tell you this Patrick" or "You know what happened Patrick, was.." He's not just doing an interview, he makes you feel like he's talking to you, just you, directly. It is the kind of thing that makes people feel important, and its a subtle power move. The interviewer already admires him but he is gaining respect out of him by making the interview feel personal. You get the feeling that he would talk to anyone like that. A random store clerk, a mailman, a child. You always remember people who remember your name. He makes you want to be interested in him because he is showing he is interested in you. It is no wonder he got to where he was in the life and one of the few people to make it out. Knowing business is one thing but knowing business and knowing people and people's behavior will take you so much further. Fascinating person.
nic win So true,he gains respect and loyalty from people which even money can’t buy,by respect them,there’s so much we can learn from this man.
This comment needs to shine above all
He may have been a gangster but he was brought up with old school values, respect, decency.
He got to acting captain in the smallest most fucked up of the 5 families solely because of his daddy no other reason you fucking kiss ass
All folklore. This guy is an actor
This was one of the most amazing interview ever.
Thank you Michael and thank you Patrick!
I love watching his body language, he is so stoic it’s unreadable. He doesn’t move around or bounce his foot and that is obviously by design.
I agree. He seems calculating and intelligent. Very calm.
That's the difference between gang members and mafia.
So Stoic lmao bunch of lames online
He's so disciplined...and that's very dangerous
Why are you glorifying him. Do you feel the same about others murders ?
This Mafia guy has more integrity then all politician put together.
i agree I'll vote for hm.
I don't know that.
Really?
@@INTEGRITY273 yes from the bottom of my chinny chin chin
@@INTEGRITY273 he cleaned his life, isn't tell you something?
"The misery you're going through now, might be the blessing for you later on"
Amen.
This is an amazing and upholding quote for many
We all heard him say it , why are you repeating it?
To0_ NaSty Who da fk are YOU, the posting Police??
@@webdapeeps9015 Apparantly he is 😂
I so agree!
Reminds me of Corinthians when Paul spoke of pleading with the Lord to take away the thorn in his flesh and the Lord replied "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness."
Very smart, intelligent, calm and well spoken person! Another amazing interview, a lot to learn from it.Thanks!
Patrick never puts ads in these long clips thank you so much for that!
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Brian Barcus Is there anything like that for UA-cam on mobile devices?
John Doe look up ad blocker Luna ok yt and there will be a tutorial on it
Or you could just fast forward and hit replay
@@sosashiesty7741 try to install youtube vanced
"If they're doing that against the bad guys, they're going to do that against the good guys, if it suits them."
...Damn
James Comey v. TRUMP
Very true statement that we should take heed to at this present time
Prophetic statement because deep down we all know it to be true.
@Doctor Drake They threatened his family. That will change how a person acts.
Or the WHO against the planet
"The misery that you're going through now might be the blessing for your future" - M.Franzese
Yash Sharma that sentence also hit home with me, great line.
That would be great
Yeaa man thanks i needed that
Sonny Franzese interview ua-cam.com/video/g8Z0JGxERFY/v-deo.html
What about the misery him and his organization caused for countless others? I doubt his victims found it to be a blessing. The guy is a criminal. Why are you taking his word as inspiration?
I absolutely love the fact, that you guys put a soundtrack over this interview, really added to the ambiance and I felt like it added depth. Wish more podcasts would do this.
I hated it, Michael has a beautiful, soothing voice. The music was distracting to me.
Way to loud, pictures and videos were good though, but they got cliche and irrelevant at times.
I thought the opposite, I found the soundtrack very annoying and distracting
@@hakan3217yea way too loud and annoying and not fitting at all with the interview
I loved the soundtrack, fantastic video. Understood everything without needing English subs like when i hear some accents of English. Cheers from Brazil.
Listening to him speak feels like smoking the most expensive cigar
spot on
That's facts
So true 😄
Hes a poser.
..ua-cam.com/video/6n_0iVBFEpA/v-deo.html
Real gangsters don't wear Yeezy's..just socks.
💪🏾💪🏾
@@dimezgreene499 lol
Lol yeezys. Wtf is that lol
@@durrani8480 are you joking? lol
Yeezy's are ugly anyway...
I'll honestly be more intimidated by a guy like Michael, who is calm and collected because I could never guess what the hell he would do next than a guy who wears chains and have tattoo all over and who talk tough.
💯💯
Michael is what most rappers fantasize about becoming
joel robert 💯
They wear chains, have tattoos all over (not that there's anything wrong with) and talk tough because they're mentally weak. This guy's the opposite and that's why you should fear this guy more, And respect him more.
Well I’ve heard it said by many that “It is impossible to be both a rapper & a gangster. As a profession, you can be either one or the other.” And it kinda makes sense cuz you can’t be committing felonies daily as a full time job while being on stage / a celebrity. You wouldn’t last long at all. What do you think? 🤔
“He was my business partner, he’s passed away now” classic mob guy talk! Love it love the interview
Does anyone else love the way he sits? It looks really powerful and confident
I love how stupid everyone in America is! I hope you don't believe that this murderer actually got off Giuliany's hook because he "defeated him"??? In these cases they "strike a deal" and I am pretty sure that the deal was related to the Russian-Jewish Maffia witch which this asshole was involved in: they actually gave up all the other Italian families because the new Maffia clan had to take over New York. That's why all the other Italians died except this MoFo! The case against him was nothing but a smokescreen - it was then dropped when things quieted down! What the fuck you guys are doing over there besides watching ballgames and enslaving yourselves to the Elites by taking up nonsense loans???? :))))
@@GMATTOEFLSATGRECOACH stfu
@ʜᴀʀᴍᴏɴɪᴀ wtf
In his socks lol
I like his socks!
“Children want to love their parents..u gotta give them a real reason not to love their parents” . Thank you for this statement Michael, it makes me feel better. I’m a divorced father who lives in another country, not by choice, but always call and try my best , so this statement makes it abit better. Thank you.
Hey man hope you get the love you give out.
Oh fuck off worshiping this thug but hey fuck all those nurses and doctors fighting Coronavirus
Keep moving forward buddy they will know u love them
As long as you're trying they will see it. Even if they dont see until they are older, they will see it. If you're not trying, they will see that too.
Same here
Two-Face: "You either die a hero or you live long enough to see yourself become the villain."
Michael Franzese: You either die a villain or you live long enough to see yourself become a hero."
Thats obito 😉
This the jay z line from so apalled?
@@hamdan6403 its from The Dark Knight
The hero becomes the villain, and the villain becomes the hero.
funny how mikes story just reinforces what two face said
Love when the right person ask the right questions ❤
He looks insanely good for a 66 year old, also what an aura.
TheHenrikku Wow. I thought he was in his 50's lol
TheHenrikku holy shit he's 66? Thought he was like 50.
How the fuck is he 66 ...
My dad's 65 he's in great shape too
BT Sport mma who gives a fuck? Hahahah
Wow he really has a certain demeanor about himself, he's calm & collected, but you can tell he means business.
Yeah definitely a guy to not fuck with lol
He killed people right?
Gemini99 true. I like that
I sure hope you didn't father any children, may your DNA end with you. Stupid comment man! He killed and asked other people to kill on his orders, so he and only he could profit.
@@chrismagda4562 What a disgustingly hateful & obnoxiously nasty comment, what is wrong with you?
He’s over 60 years old and looks like he is in his mid 40‘s.... fcking amazing
Yeah he is almost 70 (68) rn thats crazy
The best looks 100 million hidden away can buy. Cant buy for a fucking minute he don't have at least half that stuck away.
He looks older than 40 he looks late 50s to me but still looks great for his age.
Plastic surgery
Get your eyes tested. Or change your prescription.
I've watched this interview so many times, not only because it's an extremely interesting subject but mainly because Patrick's kinda unorthodox interview method. He's such an underrated media personality. Love your work my friend.
I like the way this guy speaks. It's honest, without being arrogant or self-agrandising.
cicstommy sounds wise
That's one of the reasons he's still alive
He's a wise man
He said “the government is a huge company”.
Well he isn’t wrong.
It's a huge regionally monopolistic service company that uses the same practices as the mafia
peloskiMafia Help ua-cam.com/video/1tgPrxM3R_4/v-deo.html
Isn't that obvious? Why is that a revelation for you?
They are the biggest company.
@@Sugarsail1 You will see that in a few years they will also come to discover Rome.
As an Asian I respect this guy...
Always shoes off before you enter the house
James Bond I’m your second subscriber now lol
How many times have u had dog or cat ?
paolo joosten you’re the type to be scared face to face but act like Goliath behind the screen.
Where did u see that at
Shut up and make my rice
This was one of the best! Also, the fact that Michael F. doesn't allow shoes in the house, just reaffirms that he has that mob classiness.
"God doesn't throw you in the fire without preparing you first!" Powerful!!!!!
I dunno if its true all the time though.
First of all why god created you? Ask yourself
God is no where in this . This is satans work
@@muraddadasov8595 zeg7
@ConsciousThought how do you know?
Franzese: Breathes, moves hand
Comment section: Wow so manly, just a powerfull aura
Probably his voice.
😆
I'm dead
Because he speaks politely & is respectful about everyone in his stories, except Gotti. I think because of how arrogant he was in jail🤣
@@sinisteryaknow8886 gotti was kept in his cell 23 hours a day. If they had problems, they came from when they were on the street.
I can listen to this guy tell stories all day. He’s fascinating.
Why not?
Me2
I AGREE
@@olegdira5564 I think you misunderstood his statement!
“He had a couple of wise guys trying to extort him, and I was able to solve that for him.” I feel like that alone could be a movie.
This is one of the most LEGIT interview ever, ironically... I was going to check this out for 5 mins, ended up watching the whole thing lol
lol same
Gingerscantbepirates Yah ironic is when a person of non existant intelligence calls out other people for being dumb, but he is really the only one that doesnt understand
same really captured my attention such an interesting man
me too haha
Same here lol
"If your best friend walks you in a room, you're never coming out alive." That's some shaddy truth, only your close ones kill you in this business.
dumbass
Sad to say this is reality...your best friend will make you a drug addict if it enable them to get millions.....people these days have mask and a lot of them (irony)
Poetic justice i guess
Well, In that world this is true, Look at Mad Sam Case, Getting killed by his own brother who get order by higher up
Itz how to do it. Itz smart n makes sense n like ave said in the streetlife u dont get killed for nuthin. Only beasts do that
"I didn't appreciate it"
-Michael on almost getting whacked
Lmao!
Joseph Ibarra lollll Insane he had to be put through that after what he did for them. Things happen for a reason and he deserved to walk away clean.
what are you, a joker?
I guess it’s kind of a “brotherhood”.
Eisskalt
The way he talks is so amazing. So calm, humble in a way you feel a lot respect. What a great story. Can't wait to find out more about him. Congratulations for such an interesting interview.
Really, doesn't need the 'music' plastered over the top of it. The speaking is more than enough.
Timothy Melville
I kinda need it
Music is well edited. Good choice.
Exactly! Stop telling people how to feel. Especially when the content is real.
I didn’t even notice the music lol
Pasindu
I’m sorry, sincerely & truly.
I will change, just for u Pasindu.
R.I.P to his dad. He died yesterday.
Rest In Peace 🙏🙏.
Rest in peace Sonny Franzese. There will never be another like you.
good riddance :)
L N keep it up you’ll be the next one
@Justin B lol brutal
"The government is a huge company" Amen brother
ABSOLUTELY!!
Religion even bigger.
@@AdrianoCROST no just no
@@roguefortune Yes, just yes. Just research catholic church wealth. It's so hugh it's uncountable.
@@AdrianoCROST it's alot of money yes but they certainly don't rival the government in control and overall wealth
His mother was generous and kind. She was a great cook and loved her family. He was in a true family that expressed love for each other. Brought up that way makes for values other street thugs don't understand. That is key to understand.
Youve met his family?
“Children want to love their parents, you gotta give them a real reason not to” -M.C. Very powerful words! 🔐
🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
Krissy I don’t understand this? Isn’t this negative?
I don’t understand it either
What do you guys not understand
Why would you want to give your kids a reason to not love you?
"This is a guy who knows a guy who knows a guy"
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
No he is the guy
@@magnol1a_ who knows a guy
That knows some guys😅
“Kids want to love their parents, you gotta give them a really good reason to hate them”
Best thing I have heard today. I totally agree because I have two young boys and I was young once.
As a Mother and Daughter I loved that the most! 🥰 Great interview. “Children want to love their parents. You’ve gotta give them a real reason not to love their parents.” Powerful indeed.
So true
“Kids want to love their parents, you gotta give them a really good reason to hate them”
Just cut relationship with my father. Can testify the truefull of that sentecrn
This man is pure class. I’m getting that book . He has powerful pearls of wisdom he is freely giving. No one on the planet is like him obviously. Just incredible.
I never would have thought that Mafia can be this cool!
I'm not sure "class" is the word. He's a criminal who was involved if not directly complicit in corruption, extortion, price controls, intimidation, murder, and possibly (probably) torture to get where he was. Exploiting and hurting people and their families for power and money isn't "class." It's one step away from fascism.
@@silvermediastudiothere is one word changes everything in all of yours statent. "was" that means he is not anymore. He is not proud of it, he isnjust explaining how that was. Are you saint? You might be morethan him. Dont crucify somebody for the past life, whis he is not proud of. Am 100% sure you have dark side that no body knows so dont be arrogant.
@@Bisekoson I never once committed crimes against my fellow man. Don't crucify somebody for the past life? It's THIS life, he didn't die and rise up like Jesus. He did terrible things for money and power not 20 years ago. He was directly involved in murder, intimidation, theft, emotional and physical torture, who knows what other wicked acts he willfully and intentionally engaged in. Don't crucify somebody for it? I guess Hitler and Mao get a pass in your book as well, they never actually pulled the trigger on anyone and it was for a "noble cause."
That interviewer was thinking “I hope I don’t ask the wrong question” 😂
His dumb
Taliban MUSIC he’s the dumb one
@@shahabghasemi He's*
That interviewer shifts around and plays with things like a damn kid. Mike wouldn't hurt this guy.
Dexter Dahmer Masters Dexterity I know. Right! Hahaha
This guy has the looks and actually been in the position. No movie could exaggerate his live. Even if your moral doesn't allow giving such guy credit, you have to acknowledge he is the real deal. inspirational
How Hollywood and linear TV has gone downhill
That's what they pay him for
His voice is absolutely incredible
Lowkey neeson.
What do you expect that's the voice of a real Sicilian Mob Boss___
These interviews are addictive !
Do u know the name of the instrumental used I've been at it for weeks
He seems like a nice guy but I still wouldn't mess with him.
I agree. Even the way he presents himself in this interview is giving off a stoic vibe.
@@Quackquackpsyduck93 right, but if you owe him money better watch your back 😂🤣😂
@@gothicmatter9123 damm right 🤣🤣 stay awaaaaaay
@@ramdingaliana9711 im not worried it's more of a joke.
@@Quackquackpsyduck93 haha 😂
"Children want to love their parents you got to give him a real reason not to love their parents" - So god dam true.
Boy this dude is smooth. I just discovered him and I'm watching all his interviews.
You like evil wickedness huh? Wonder what your creator thinks of your interests. ☝
Straight up
yet you, watched , listened and commented, to put another down. @@rh9783
Jay S I thought religion preached about not judging?
@@rh9783 just because a person is interested in certain things that others find offensive, doesnt make them a bad person.
You can learn alot from the way society is by paying attention to these type of topics. Its a brutal world out there and Id rather have as much knowledge as possible, than turn a blind eye and pretend this doesnt exist.
Such a great interviewer. Great video
Michael exudes TRUE confidence. Everything else is bravado. He's a man's man
I’d really like to meet Michael. Stand up guy. Paid his debt to society. Makes no excuses. Accepted accountability turned his faith and everything to God. That’s a ‘goodfella’ .
A Stand up guy stand up guys don’t Grass snitch rat on there friends
@@andyharrod1436 god is above all man! and he didnt snitch, the guys hes talking are all dead!!
@@armandohajos9655 he snitched years ago to stay out of prison him and Sammy the Bull and Henry Hill they are all Grasses
How do you "pay your debt to society", when you purposefully murder people... Stealing, robbing, killing... Whatever.
All of you just can’t sit back and enjoy the entertainment. Everything is taken literally and just comes off as being a damn hater. You obviously have watched the video’s so if you think he’s such a rat and snitch, why are you watching?
I loved his statement: "God never throws you into the fire without preparing you first!" I believe that to be a true statement in my own life. Just because you are a child of the most High does not guarantee a wonderful life. There are MANY ups and downs to go through in preparation for our exact purpose here. But through it all, and to get through it all, Thank God we do have Him!
Well said April!
Right! It's not easy as others portray it to be. The characters in the Bible might be bleased but they went through a lot. Jacob, Joseph the Dreamer who became the second in command next to Pharaoh, King David, Elijah, etc. They are all blessed but man, the tragedy they went through. Makes me long for the day that Jesus will wipe our tears away
Amen, sister!
💯👌🏾
@@jacksga7452 🙏🏻
I watched this and after it ends I just realized I watched an hour interview. What a great interview, great interviewer.
Can tell the interviewer has a big admiration for him
Why ?, It's no life to aspire to.
@@iggyblitz8739 No one is saying it is. Michael isnt saying it is. This man lived a dangerous lifestyle, got caught, did his time, got out and repented. Since then he has done nothing but positive stuff, like steering kids away from the Gangster life etc. If that is not admirable then idk what is.
@@iggyblitz8739 You dont need to admire someone's life to admire someone. You can admire a con-man's charisma but not the lifestyle itself. It's natural to be interested in someone's characteristic without necessarily liking them. I admire Michael's honesty and calm nature even though i dont like him having a criminal past, making millions a week with a gas tax scheme, and worked in a brutal enviroment.
You got some big admirations on your chest
Michael Franzese came to speak at our local church. His personal story how he found his Faith in God is even more inspirational! God Bless and Happy New Year!
You gonna have to serve somebody. The devil or the lord. There is no grey area.
"We never trusted our lawyers, no matter how much we loved them."
'Even the ones we loved we hated'
This is a very informative video. Prior to watching this I had the impression that HOMEOWNER ASSOCIATIONS (HOAs) were exactly like mafia money skimming operations. Now I know that there are at least three basic differences:
1: People volunteer to join the mafia. HOAs force homeowners to join.
2: The legal system actively goes after mafia gangsters. The criminal gangsters on HOA boards also skim money from the homeowners, but the legal system does not investigate them.
3: The process to move up in the mafia involves murdering their political opponents. People move up on HOA boards by hiring dishonest corrupt management companies to count the votes. This ensures that only board members who do the bidding of the management companies get elected to the board of directors. The mafia system is more violent but at least the competing candidates are on a more equal footing.
This is EXACTLY how the us government has been run! Whether people love or hate Trump, he brought light to this fact for many of us.
Im from California and hated Trump, but I couldn’t argue with the logic he brought forth.
The mob/mafia holding power over individuals is the same as the us government holding power over politicians. If you’re not on board with the companies fixing the problems that the government is creating, you’re an enemy.
Opposing opinions are buried by corporations funding the problem so the government is able to subsidize “solutions”.
I hate HOAs. They do exactly what you say they do. I rent so I don't need to deal with one. Or do yardwork or snow removal
Sounds like somebody left their trashbin out lol
Omg thats funny you say that i own a landscaping business and a board member of the hoa gets me work in developement and i give him 15% of all profits lmao
last year i became a home owner and this was a shock im working my way towards a higher taks bracket now and the people i know in that life rent instead of own for a long time i thought they were out of their mind
He's not wearing shoes because he never wants anyone to follow his footsteps
@Anony Mous 😅😂
I think he probably isn't wearing shoes because he's chilling in his home. And it looks pretty nice, so he probably doesn't want to hear a bunch of shit from his wife.
@@winstonsmith993 other blokes got his shoes on tho lol
@@TheShaunedney Ha !!! I didn't notice that. Maybe he figures that he may need to get out of there in a hurry if he asks the wrong question. 😳
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
Defrauding the government on gasoline - eight million dollars per week?
This man is a hero!
Christian Belzer damn libertarians
In Ukraine they call it people
The government is more corrupt than Cosa Nostra, the government has killed millions
This man is very smart, I think of all the Mafia bosses one of the smartest ever. A Mafia boss who is so smart are the most dangerous, because they are always one step ahead.
I like the fact that he answers a question smoothly and this is like a conversation
He is the most charismatic man ever. Especially in that socks.
you could be talking about either one of them
@@marcokite no, weird accent narrator guy wear shoes.
@@deniz6187 , True x 2 about the narrator ... wearing shoes and definitely has a very weird accent. LOL
Only americans wear shoes indoors,which i find disgusting and completely mind boggling...
*those
Universal takeaway: “please, excuse me, thank you”. This works everywhere.
Jay Nielsen facts
Who'd knew the people who'd appreciate it most would be prison thugs
We need a movie on this guy's life!
Its called The godfather
Amaya Zelaya Al Pacino in the godfather
The history channel made a documentary on him. Great watch!!!
What no, goodfellas, not The godfather
Amaya Zelaya can we stop glamorizing the mob , these people are could blooded murderers ...
He’s like “you can ask me whatever you wish , but don’t think you are wearing shoes in my house. 😂
I mean isn't it like common manners to take off your shoes when being a guest
This was a good interview and an even better interviewer. Not cutting him off and just let him speak and letting him answer the question
Well, I wont want to interrupt a Mafia man in the middle of his sentence lol.
Patrick is the best! He interviews all the mob guys
Look at what money do?
He's like an italian version of liam neeson
Right. I was spaming that joke on vlad interviews😂 this past weekend.
I was thinking the same thing
Evans Muhu ...knuckleheads always have to do the hollywood bimbo actor comparison...
Evans Muhu : Linguini Neeson
You mean a midget?
He’s reading right through the interviewer but not taking advantage of it. Well executed.
Well Pat is extremely professional and I’m sure Michael did as much as possible to make him comfortable in his own home.
If you are unsure who to trust in these
confusing times:
Trust the courageous ones.
Truth requires courage.
Courage requires fortitude.
Truth requires integrity.
Cowards tell lies.
Cowards support liars.
Telling a lie is easy.
Believing a lie is easy.
Being compliant is easy.
Staying silent is easy.
Trusting without thinking is easy.
Thinking for yourself is hard.
Standing up for what is right is hard.
Being real & authentic is hard.
In times like these it takes all the courage
in the world to question the status quo
and to speak up and tell the Truth.
Trust the courageous.
Trust in God
Rogan needs to talk to this guy. Props to the interviewer in this though he did a magnificent job!
Devon Barton exactly, asked the questions I think everyone wanted asked
Joe: alright first off mike, have you ever tried DMT?
Michael: ....
Anttoni Kiuru bro he was on Mike Tysons hotbox podcast just today lets not act like he's too good to be on Rogans podcast
Mike Litoris yeah it was just a joke I think joe’s podcast is awesome
Cant find the hotboxin podcast with him
“. . . I wasn’t a religious person at that point, but when you think you’re about to meet your maker, you start to pray.” Chills.
In these cases, prayer is in vain; they know where they are going, no forgiveness..and rightly so.
@Priest You are a fool if you don't actually believe in a maker.
@Priest well, if you're right...so what? If Christians are right... you're f√¢{ed.
@Priest if God does exist... what will your afterlife be like if you deny his existence?
@Priest so, what you're saying is that you don't want to play it safe?
The pure fact is that you don't know. I don't know. But it's like insurance.
I've read Michael's book about his dad and growing up. I feel a strong connection to his relationship with his father . Michael seems like a faithful respectful man that appreciates his family and faith and doesn't take things for granted after his 2nd chance at life.
Michael , if you read this .... I hate reading and I literally read your whole book in one sitting. I've done some horrible things in my life and I've been trying to get a 2nd chance, everything you are doing inspires me to keep going.
God bless you and your family, I've also seen your daughter has had health issues.... I wish her only the best and I pray for you and your family continued success and good health. Best of luck to you and your family. ( And thank you for being brave enough to tell your story )
Everyone deserves a second chance trust in god to lead the way I wish you many blessings
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💖Amen🇮🇱🕊️🛐
“If they’ll do it against the back guys one day they’ll do it against the good guys if it suits them” that ages perfectly, sadly.
Whose watching this beautiful interview during lockdown?
Turns out the people responsible for the lockdown are worse than the Mafia.
Sick of this bullshit. Near enuff every comment section has a sad bastard like u. ' who watchin tis during lockdown '. What the fuck that got to do wif anythin. What the hell it even mean. Sad bastards who dont know how to start a convesation
I love how he always uses Patrick’s first name when talking to him
These monsters are excellent manipulators and intimidators! What's the big deal about this???
GMATTOEFLSATGRECOACH shut the hell up
Alpha as fuck
No one ever calls you by your name?😂😂
It's respect
Had a great time with Patrick! Everybody at Valuetainment was a class act.
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Michael Franzese what an icon! Really can learn more from you about how to run a Business, how to negotiate and live life properly than from any startup enterpreneur!
The boss himself! Amazing!
He did rat, goto pacer and make an account look for yourself. Plus he didn't start the gas tax scheme
Sir you are a legend. God bless
What do you mean im funny? funny how? funny like im a clown im here to amuse you im here to fuckin amuse you XD
If it comes down to sitting down and talking to Michael or Sammy.... I choose Michael every day! Watching each interview you can hear who honest and who half honest
There both honest
A movie about Michael Franzese would be a big hit.
Godfather 😂
Until they make him a gay Trans black man.
@@robertobrien4799you’re saying anything
If I see the damn word “aura” again I’m taking someone to a room
ab cd 😂
Lol
Aura you serious bout that?
wow what an aura you got on you
...Some Aura you got there...
One of the better organized and conducted interviews I have ever watched. Bravo, Patrick. You always do such a solid job, sir.
the only thing i dont like about patrick is his big eyes, hes lookin at u with these coc eyes. change that patrick
How tf is he gonna change the size of his eyes? Is he supposed to become Chinese?
“How did you become a successful mafia, drug dealer, loan shark, racketeering tax evader? “ “Well I had a really good role model in my father “ obviously
Not a drug dealer or loan shark
Takes his shoes off when indoors, sign of a gentleman right there.
Signs of an Italian household man😂😂
It’s his home.
It's his house and to praise someone for taking their shoes off is pretty sad . Anyone who was raised with some manners and common sense knows shoes off . If people are impressed by someone who takes their shoes off at home just shows how fucked up thr world is we live in
It is sad I put new carpet in my apartment and literally have to argue with company about taking their shoes off
My fuckin wifes oldest daughter clearly lacks respect almost punched her in the mouth.
Thats how mafia works
@@chrishansen7375 that's how mafia works
@@generalgrievous4851 epicc
@@chrishansen7375 That's how mafia works.
god DANM IIIIIIIIIIIT
Combine On Trial Mod I was looking for this comment
The way he explained about how to deal with Gotti was masterful