FAT TONY SALERNO'S FAVOURITE HITMAN - THE STORY OF GENOVESE SOLDIER GEORGE BARONE

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  • Опубліковано 18 тра 2021
  • Genovese Family Soldier and a protege of both Anthony "Fat Tony" Salerno and Vito Genovese - George Barone led a long and violent criminal career.
    This American Mafia documentary follows Barone's rise from the Westside streets of Manhattan to becoming a powerful Waterfront Racketeer and feared mob hitman. A man who's early career inspired the musical and film West Side Story.
    This fascinating Cosa Nostra story features such notable names including: Vincent "Chin" Gigante, Benny Eggs Mangano, Matty the Horse Ianniello, and discusses the Mob's power on the docks of New York and their control of the Unions.

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  • @willmosse3684
    @willmosse3684 3 роки тому +21

    I love these lesser known tales you share. Interesting that someone who was only half Italian was made as early as 1974.

  • @josephbwalker
    @josephbwalker 3 роки тому +51

    Love the Genovese Family Stories..

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +4

      Yeah, they are some of my personal favourites to research.

    • @jfg1104
      @jfg1104 3 роки тому +9

      Me too! They really are the "Gold standard " of the American mafia! Even today. SAMMY'S CHANNEL, THIS SHOW AND THE "MBA and The Button Man" are myn3 favorite Mob channels. "MOBFAX" too!

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +7

      @@jfg1104 you have just named all of my favourites too, plus I'd throw in Jimmy Calandra's channel. Mobfax definitely deserves a mention as you say, that guy does superb work digging out archived footage for us

    • @jfg1104
      @jfg1104 3 роки тому +5

      @@OCSHORTZ yes!!! I just found Jimmy Calandra channel a week ago! Great minds think alike. John Alites is getting better. I wish Larry Mazza and Anthony Arillota would do a channel too! Salute my friend. Keep em coming! I LOVE your content. I really wanna hear about the Sicilians, Ndrangheta, Camorra, Sacra Corona Unita, Socièta Foggiana, LA Stidda . I was born in Italy (Calabria) and moved to America when I was 11, so I read the Italian newspapers about O.C

    • @jfg1104
      @jfg1104 3 роки тому +1

      @@OCSHORTZ if your on Instagram there's a channel called @parliamodimafia (Let's talk about the mafia), these 2 SICILIAN law students absolutely KILL IT! PLUS they've read every italian book about organized crime. Obviously it's written in italian, but you can hit the translate button

  • @mikecallesis
    @mikecallesis Рік тому +7

    hes actually my grandfather thank you for this, if you have more info id love to hear it. never actually met him

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  Рік тому +3

      Barone is your grandfather? Did any relatives tell you any stories?

    • @ronrichards5051
      @ronrichards5051 7 місяців тому +1

      Who's you grand father George??

  • @donnellvickers6314
    @donnellvickers6314 3 роки тому +1

    Keep em coming, loved it.

  • @JM-lu9no
    @JM-lu9no 3 роки тому +7

    You’re stories are great
    One of the best channels on UA-cam

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +1

      Very kind of you to say.

  • @paulgilfeather2690
    @paulgilfeather2690 3 роки тому +3

    Fabulous content! Love the unique angles you dig out x

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому

      Thank you Paul. Yeah, Barone is one of the lesser discussed but definitely interesting characters. There are some more stories on him that I will do in some further detail at a later date.

  • @jamesgray911
    @jamesgray911 2 роки тому

    Keep these stories coming mate. Brilliant channel you have made, love it.

  • @unsteadywreck386
    @unsteadywreck386 3 роки тому +2

    Loving this channel! Great content, haven't even heard of some of these guys before. Can see this channel getting big

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +1

      Many thanks pal. Comments like yours make doing this worthwhile.

  • @shovington67
    @shovington67 3 роки тому +5

    Started watching the MBA & the Button Man about 2 weeks back. Great info from the 80s & 90s. You deserved those accolades, your channel is really turning heads.
    This George Barone video is great. I never realized that the Jets were an actual gang ! I've got more reading to do...
    I noticed "The Sixth Family" on your book shelf.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +1

      One of my favourite books. There was also a famous gang fight in South Brooklyn that involved a young Carmine Persico and that was another inspiration for West Side Story apparently.

    • @willmosse3684
      @willmosse3684 3 роки тому +2

      The Sixth Family is an awesome book. Crazy how big the Rizzutos got

  • @leehughes3910
    @leehughes3910 3 роки тому +1

    Love these videos mate. Class stuff 👏

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому

      Thank you Lee. Hopefully have the next video up on Saturday.

  • @steed3902
    @steed3902 3 роки тому +1

    Hey man, your videos are detailed but also concise and always enjoyable!

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks pal. Yeah, I can keep the short as figure no one wants to here my British accent for over 10 minutes! ha

  • @robbryant52
    @robbryant52 3 роки тому +1

    I am completely hooked on these stories thank you so much ..regards bob

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому

      Thank you Bob. Glad you are enjoying the channel, I appreciate your support

  • @knighttuttruptuttrup8518
    @knighttuttruptuttrup8518 3 роки тому +1

    These really are well done, thanks.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому

      Thank you. My editing could be better, but I will get there! Thanks for your support

  • @rp50175n
    @rp50175n 3 роки тому +12

    Pennisi vouched for this channel, then its legit. Well I was a subscriber before, but this takes it to another level in my book. Pennisi is the real deal, there is no lying in him, he's definitely one of my favorite ex-mobster's channel, tied with Jimmy Calandria. Can't wait for both their books.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +2

      I'm with you their, very much looking forward to reading their books too. Also, thank you for the kind words Ray.

  • @garyraka162
    @garyraka162 3 роки тому +1

    Brilliant once again great clips

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you Gary. I hope you are well.

  • @balancedactguy
    @balancedactguy 3 роки тому +1

    Good Job OC! I really enjoy your stories that I would not hear about elsewhere!! Two Thumbs Up Mate!

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому

      Thanks Mark. Yeah, I'm just trying to cover some characters and events that aren't usually discussed.

    • @balancedactguy
      @balancedactguy 3 роки тому

      ​@@OCSHORTZ Keep these kind of stories going OC....they are a breath of fresh air. Going to some other Mob Channels all you get is "Rehashed Warmed Over Leftover Stories" that we've all heard before! Well now head to the Pub Lad....Drinks are on me!!! LOL!

  • @ImLouPalomaBM
    @ImLouPalomaBM 2 роки тому +1

    This channel is phenomenal..Great info..Geat job man

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Thank you pal, that is really appreciated

  • @sanderson9338
    @sanderson9338 3 роки тому +1

    Great info again congrats on a good upload

  • @happybee7725
    @happybee7725 3 роки тому +4

    This fella has got to have one of the best in depth and most knowledgeable mob channels on the internet. Especially when you take into consideration he’s British. I absolutely love these videos.my only complaint is I wish they were a bit longer .

    • @danschuster5187
      @danschuster5187 3 роки тому +1

      He just read the books that it it call research

    • @happybee7725
      @happybee7725 3 роки тому

      @@danschuster5187 well he done good research.so how come no one else has a Chanel with as much in depth knowledge about it? Unless it’s people that were actually IN the mafia? So wind yer neck in ya banger.

    • @danschuster5187
      @danschuster5187 3 роки тому +1

      @@happybee7725 he read the books related to cosa nostra nobody wants to read n research , former lcn members always write a book about their former lives as criminals it makes money for some reason people are fascinating with criminals even the fbi agents

    • @happybee7725
      @happybee7725 3 роки тому +1

      @@danschuster5187 you say that as soon if your not interested and your above such things and yet here you are

    • @danschuster5187
      @danschuster5187 3 роки тому

      @@happybee7725 lcn is boring always the 5 families and gotti

  • @CaseyHarrisSr
    @CaseyHarrisSr 3 роки тому +2

    Everything seemed (to me) came together in this episode in a way that made it like a story by Sammy Gravano. I kept pausing your video share to take notes of books and people to look up. LOL. No idea how many of your videos I have watched while not realizing how you rotate the text covers on the shelves. LOL, that is great! Thank you for all your hard work as well as your wonderful dialect.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому

      Thank you Casey. That is a really kind comment. I always say I'm not an expert, I just enjoy sharing interesting information that I have researched and I am glad that it sparks some additional research from people like yourself! Thank you again, your support really is appreciated.

  • @tammcindewar5317
    @tammcindewar5317 3 роки тому +1

    You, you're good you. Keep em coming that was a great story 👌

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +1

      Was that an Analyse This quote? haha Love it!

  • @davidespinoza2687
    @davidespinoza2687 2 роки тому +1

    Great 👍 video.
    Awesome History of the Mafia.
    Keep the video's coming. 👌

  • @davidkerr1971
    @davidkerr1971 3 роки тому +1

    Hey Man, another great post, I was unaware of how tight George Barone was with Fat Tony. Thanks for sharing, love the channel and your bookshelf lol Ive got one very similar. Thanks again.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +2

      😂 We both have good taste in literature!

    • @davidkerr1971
      @davidkerr1971 3 роки тому

      @@OCSHORTZ That we do, thanks again.

  • @willmosse3684
    @willmosse3684 Рік тому +1

    Ha - coming back to an older video nearly 2 years later, and it’s still great. But your production quality has improved since this time! Still pumping out the best info on the web.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  Рік тому +1

      Ha yes, production hopefully improving slowly but surely over the past two years. Glad you enjoyed it pal

  • @waltersobchak7275
    @waltersobchak7275 3 роки тому +2

    How do you do it? Every single time you never cease to deliver. Hope you are having a good day.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +1

      Ha, I just get lucky - there is so many good stories our there to research! I'm good thanks Walter. Hope you are well too.

  • @cristianmihailovici906
    @cristianmihailovici906 Рік тому +1

    I just started to re watch again all your videos from begining.u do a great job.keep them coming please

  • @MustangMike012
    @MustangMike012 2 роки тому +1

    That was a great video OC. Ive heard Barone's name mentioned before but never like that. Great seeing the photos of Fat Tony in cuffs puffing on the cigar.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you Mike. Have a great weekend pal.

  • @petierican6079
    @petierican6079 3 роки тому +1

    All these stories are so good love them

  • @timbell6870
    @timbell6870 3 роки тому +1

    I just subscribed, great stuff here!

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you Tim, that is appreciated. I tend to upload on a Wednesday and a Saturday. I don't profess to be an expert, I just enjoy sharing interesting information that I have researched. Glad you are enjoying the channel.

  • @leighkleeman3206
    @leighkleeman3206 3 роки тому +1

    Great work.

  • @jeffjones5478
    @jeffjones5478 3 роки тому +1

    Great story Bro. keep up the good work!!!!!!!!!

  • @rogermanvell4693
    @rogermanvell4693 3 роки тому +1

    Excellent these snippets give a much better insight into the workings of lCN than the standard biography stuff. Keep them coming.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you Roger. Just trying to come at I'm subject from a slightly different angle from the usual mob docs. Thanks for your support pal.

  • @haydndavies2248
    @haydndavies2248 3 роки тому +1

    Your getting better and better. 👍👍👍👍👍

  • @cnat1801
    @cnat1801 2 роки тому +1

    Stellar as Usual!... OC
    Thanks for the entertainment brother..

  • @vanessawilliams703
    @vanessawilliams703 3 роки тому

    OC Shortz! My man, let's get this party started!!!👍

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому

      Ha thank you. New video should be up on Saturday for you!.

  • @RabbiaRabbia-ul7yi
    @RabbiaRabbia-ul7yi 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks again for Another great story about a interesting character 👍🏽

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому

      Yeah, fascinating lesser known mobster.

  • @petermiller1565
    @petermiller1565 3 роки тому +4

    Another interesting story most people never heard about. I was going to give you a heads up that John Pennisi spoke very highly about you, but apparently you already know. Keep the stories coming.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому

      Thanks Peter. Yeah I was a couple of episodes behind and someone gave me a heads up that I was mentioned. I hope you are well mate.

  • @teklife8271
    @teklife8271 3 роки тому +1

    I APPRECIATE YOUR RESEARCH

  • @tracytobin931
    @tracytobin931 3 роки тому +1

    Hey James...Cool Profile I never heard of this Guy before. Thanks Buddy.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому

      Finally I found someone you don't know! ha Glad you liked it Tracy.

  • @ButtonGuysNYM-TheOtherGuy
    @ButtonGuysNYM-TheOtherGuy 2 роки тому +1

    I enjoyed this video of yours.

  • @ryancwatson5349
    @ryancwatson5349 3 роки тому +1

    Keep it up big brudda !

  • @petethegreek1736
    @petethegreek1736 3 роки тому +7

    Another wonderful episode OC🔥 I’ve heard the story about George Barone but not like this. Very detailed and insightful. These Westside guys were/are very ruthless, dangerous, and powerful. I’m glad John Pinisi gave you a shot out and you gave one back. There’s plenty of room for everyone to eat 👍

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому

      Thanks Pete. Agreed, this is an expansive subject and can be discussed from all sorts of angles.

    • @honestcomment862
      @honestcomment862 Рік тому

      S😅😊 0:44 0:45 hours 😊😅 lol😅 1:40 😅 2:20 2:21 2:21 2:21 2:22 2:22

  • @lamonteharris5256
    @lamonteharris5256 Рік тому

    Love to read all the books behind you😊😊😊😊thank you

  • @412StepUp
    @412StepUp Рік тому +1

    George Barone was featured in the British mid 80s mob documentary. He was shown as a person shaking down this Jewish shipping company on the docks of Miami, FL.

  • @ianmoran2419
    @ianmoran2419 3 роки тому +1

    Favorite channel very informative

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому

      Thank you Ian. I appreciate the support.

  • @bradleycosten7476
    @bradleycosten7476 3 роки тому +5

    I look forward to seeing which books your showcasing each video. " The Sixth Family" is one of my favorites!! Even after the death of Vito, the Rizzutos still have long tenticles!!

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +2

      Such a good book! Ha - yeah, I like to mix it up and give a few of the titles a bit more of a highlight but facing them forward..

    • @Waltherppk78
      @Waltherppk78 2 роки тому +1

      Best book mtl ended up been bigger than NYC

  • @AndhyBhoy
    @AndhyBhoy 3 роки тому +1

    Great content again mate,🙏😇👍

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому

      Thank you Andy! Barone was a fascinating character

    • @AndhyBhoy
      @AndhyBhoy 3 роки тому

      @@OCSHORTZ you got another shout out from john and tom#44 in at 6 mins.keep up great content👍😇🙏

  • @hannabarberry
    @hannabarberry 3 роки тому +1

    I’ve said it before but il say it again . Thank you OCSHORTZ you are a real MVP when it comes to LCN on UA-cam salute to you and your hard work 👊🏼

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +1

      You flatter me! haha. Thanks though mate.

  • @patrickkeller997
    @patrickkeller997 2 роки тому

    More westside stories please! These are great!

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Sure thing Patrick.

  • @davegreene2031
    @davegreene2031 3 роки тому +1

    Another great story as always salute

  • @shaundavenport621
    @shaundavenport621 3 роки тому +11

    I'm not surprised Pennisi gave you a heads up,you have the most interesting stories! 😁👍👍👏

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +1

      You are too kind pal.

    • @jfg1104
      @jfg1104 3 роки тому +1

      @@OCSHORTZ Sammy's channel, your channel," MBA and the Button Man" and MOBFAX are the best and Legit mob channels. "DEEPER GLOBALISM" had phenomenal stories about the Ndrangheta, Sicilian mafia and Toto Riina

  • @sykadelik459
    @sykadelik459 3 роки тому +3

    Dope channel. Can you do some Columbo Family content? For "some reason", I find that particular family most fascinating

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому

      Definitely pal. They've had some fascinating characters over the years. If you go to my page, I have a playlist of videos dedicated to the Colombos. Can't remember how many there are , but some interesting stories

  • @michaelmarifern9541
    @michaelmarifern9541 3 роки тому +1

    Good stuff..thanx

  • @DavidThomas-qq4hf
    @DavidThomas-qq4hf 3 роки тому +1

    Never heard his name pronounced Vito-NE Genovese lol..all kidding aside great video brother. I'm new to the channel but I can already tell you work hard to put together great content that isn't all regurgitated from other channels. This is key, I hope you always keep doing this, as it will set you vastly apart from all the other mob channels which just respew the same stories they all tell which have already been told in books since I started reading mob stuff in the early 90s. It's so refreshing to see new, interesting stories about obscure guys who nonetheless have very interesting backgrounds. Like I said, please keep at it, I will put your name out there in every comment section in all the other channels I watch. You have a new subscriber here. Thank you.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +2

      Thank you for the kind words David. Yes, he was known as Don Vitone, much like Joe Bonanno was known as Don Peppino. I believe it was a term of respect and affection. I don't profess to be an expert, but just enjoy sharing interesting information that I have researched, and it's nice to cover the lesser known characters and events that are usually seen in mob documentaries. Thanks again for your support.

    • @DavidThomas-qq4hf
      @DavidThomas-qq4hf 3 роки тому

      @@OCSHORTZ wow..that is awesome. I was purely teasing but am even happier to know it was actually what he was called. My apologies for teasing. But that made me like your channel even more bc I have read, seen and watched everything I can get my hands on about Mafia's old and new, here and abroad for over 25 years, and that was another thing I didn't know. You should include that kind of thing in your vid- us Aficionados love little things like that. Keep at it bro, you will blow up. I just found you tonight and I've binged 7 videos in a row now. I have tons of good chats in all the comment sections of the Channels you and Sons of Italy were talking about (Sammy's, Mobfax,etc.) And I'm going to point all of them to your channel. Like I said, you make interesting, original content (I've heard ALL the stories that get recycled on the other mob channels you didn't mention- and tons more that aren't on there yet) that I haven't heard despite my deep study (I'm a former history/lit major with a specialty in research both archival and internet- so I've read more than most aficionados). Even things like the Don Vitone-which you could mention to further enlighten us all. I've always wanted to start my own channel. Not just mob or anything, more like interesting things from anything in history- from awesome stories of famous War animals(like Alexander the Greats war horse Bucephalus, the Duke of Wellington's Waterloo charger Copenhagen, Sgt. Stumpy the bulldog from Ww1, etc.) I have tons of great little known stories just like your little known mob stories and people tell me I'm great at telling the story where it's interesting to people that know nothing about it(I was always told I should be a history professor as I would have been one of the few that everyone enjoyed- but I went to the Naval Academy instead). Quick question: how did you learn how to edit and add in pics etc? It's the biggest thing holding me back. Any small pointers in where to learn or what software to use would be of great help. My email is dwthomas1981@gmail.com if you don't want to respond on here. Anyways sorry for rambling but you are very inspiring to me both for your style and content and the fact you are sticking with it and steadily growing. Like I said, I will plug your channel any chance I get it's very refreshing and enjoyable. Peace and blessings to you and yours. Stay safe out there 🕊🙏

  • @garymckee448
    @garymckee448 2 роки тому +1

    Another interesting video.
    Thanks 👍

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Thanks Gary. Glad you enjoyed it

  • @SBBoy68
    @SBBoy68 3 роки тому +1

    Excellent do enjoy your videos. Glad to hear you are getting Recognition You deserve it. You must do a lot of research. Must take a lot of time and effort. Well done you.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому

      Thanks pal. Yeah, it's nice to hear. Makes doing all of this worthwhile. Thanks mate.

  • @DOWNSOUTHCHAP
    @DOWNSOUTHCHAP 3 роки тому +1

    Just started your videos and I'm hooked

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks mate. I'm no expert, I just like enjoy sharing interesting information with like minded people.

    • @DOWNSOUTHCHAP
      @DOWNSOUTHCHAP 3 роки тому +1

      @@OCSHORTZ nice to know I'm not the only English man who is cosa nostra obsessed
      Your vids are a welcome break from the usual same old stories we've all heard a million times before

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +1

      @@DOWNSOUTHCHAP thanks pal, yeah just trying to share some lesser known stories and individuals etc.

  • @seanmeehan-js5kh
    @seanmeehan-js5kh Рік тому +2

    Very informative and plenty of nuances about Cosa Nostra

  • @theravagedgrapefruit8190
    @theravagedgrapefruit8190 3 роки тому +6

    The Genovese family and the Luciano family loved coming to Hot Springs Arkansas.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +1

      Coincidentally I'll be doing a video on Owney Madden in the near future, I think I mentioned that the other day.

  • @MIKEOXLONG-dm6jm
    @MIKEOXLONG-dm6jm 3 роки тому +1

    Another excellent video my friend. There's a lot of very good channels for us mob fans to watch at the moment, but yours & Sammy's are definitely at the top in my opinion, & I've been a mob fan for over 30 years, I've read almost all the good books about the mob. Can you do a video about Little Dom Cataldo, from what I've read about him, he was deadly serious, a killer, but also funny in a unintentional way.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому

      He is MOST DEFINITELY on the list! In features prominently in Joe Dogs book - I know what you mean about unintentially funny!

  • @williamemerson1799
    @williamemerson1799 3 роки тому +1

    Good channel.

  • @stevedamien638
    @stevedamien638 2 роки тому +1

    Kinda sick of keep seeing videos from that era from new youtubers trying to put it better.
    But you covered fat Tony and there's nothing about him or few here and there infos only.
    I give you this bud
    Thx✌️👽🥃

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Thank you Steve. Glad you found it interesting

  • @robertpanetta7912
    @robertpanetta7912 3 роки тому +1

    Very interesting
    Thanks

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому

      Thanks Robert. Glad you enjoyed it.

  • @adimazga
    @adimazga 3 роки тому +13

    getting some traction bro , people start hearing about you! Good stuff!

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you Adrian. Cheers for your support pal.

    • @lindsayjohnston7465
      @lindsayjohnston7465 3 роки тому

      Best channel not BS lies from former scum mobsters on all over UA-cam except for Larry Lawton

    • @eldragon4076
      @eldragon4076 3 роки тому

      @@lindsayjohnston7465 who do you have in mind...Gravano, Franceze? Those and the late Frank Culotta are gems!

  • @Guda88
    @Guda88 3 роки тому +14

    The amount of information in these videos is amazing. I wouldn't be surprised if you write a book yourself.

    • @sanjaysharma-jf8fv
      @sanjaysharma-jf8fv 3 роки тому

      Yes and get out of the Shortz slot..
      See, quantity has a quality of its own...if u catch my drift

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +4

      I sadly don't have the time at the moment to do longer ones. But down the line I might. Besides, I think around 10 minutes is all people will be able to stand my british accent for.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +3

      Thank you Matthew. Comments like yours, make doing this worthwhile.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому

      @Saint 12 😂😂😂 trust me you don't want to hear me try a US accent!

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому

      @Saint 12 I'll do my best Matthew McConaughey impression.

  • @xavierjames8085
    @xavierjames8085 3 роки тому +1

    Who doesn’t love these stories man ! Really a great dude n do your homework , maybe I’ll give you some stories of the guys left around now 🤫 lol

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому

      Thanks Xavier. Glad you enjoying the videos. I am always keen to hear stories!

  • @cks7372
    @cks7372 Рік тому

    I always crack-up when I picture the Christmas card pictures Fat Tony sent out to people with him and his little dog, looking o'so festive. 🤣😂

  • @Rockesb888
    @Rockesb888 3 роки тому +1

    Great stuff as usual. KO Konigsberg was an interesting guy, would make a good video subject.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +1

      Definitely! He is most certainly on the list!

  • @ashmason7955
    @ashmason7955 3 роки тому +1

    Excellent Channel 👌 Watching also from the UK 🇬🇧

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks Ash. Whereabouts in the UK mate?

    • @ashmason7955
      @ashmason7955 3 роки тому +1

      @@OCSHORTZ near Cambridge mate, the detail in your videos is incredible.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому

      @@ashmason7955 thanks pal. I probably need to get a life! 😂

  • @greyjedi6430
    @greyjedi6430 2 роки тому +1

    Rewatching these uploads never gets old hit them likes guys

  • @eldragon4076
    @eldragon4076 3 роки тому +2

    Not to interrupt you brother. I am curious if you will eventually make some episodes about the accuracy of the miniseries Peaky Binders? One of the most underrated shows. Thanks, your videos are fantastic!👍

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +2

      Sure thing pal. Love the show, and obviously there is a huge amount of artistic license taken with history. I will add it to the list mate, and do something in the future.

  • @leighkleeman9594
    @leighkleeman9594 2 роки тому +1

    Another great mob story. I love this channel. Oc shortz

  • @leomenendez3614
    @leomenendez3614 3 роки тому +2

    Great like always you're the best.
    Can't wait for another of your show.
    Do you know what happened to Neil Dellacroce son.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you pal. I will cover a detailed video on Neil and his son in the near future pal. Been planning something out...

    • @leomenendez3614
      @leomenendez3614 3 роки тому

      @Joey D
      Thanks Bro for the information
      Take care Joey.

  • @JoeHernandez1210
    @JoeHernandez1210 Рік тому +1

    Wow that was better than the movie. It's impressive where you get these photos 👍

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  Рік тому +1

      Glad you enjoyed it Joe

  • @seanmeehan-js5kh
    @seanmeehan-js5kh Рік тому +1

    Very good, a guy I nee nothing about. Always good to get info on the Genovese family.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  Рік тому

      Glad you found it interesting

  • @jonhammer1596
    @jonhammer1596 3 роки тому

    Well done

  • @betmulligan6192
    @betmulligan6192 2 роки тому +1

    Interesting story. Thank you.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Glad you enjoyed it..

  • @greyjedi6430
    @greyjedi6430 3 роки тому +13

    At work , first day back , still have time to say hit them likes guys . Or u might just end up with a nice new pair of cement boots ehhhh

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +1

      haha thanks again mate.

    • @happybee7725
      @happybee7725 3 роки тому +1

      Fuckin forget about it

  • @ashleee5102
    @ashleee5102 3 роки тому +1

    I think I got him mixed with Joe Barone Sr who ended up being killed in Honduras. Anyways keep up the awesome content.

  • @scotty20040
    @scotty20040 3 роки тому

    I’d like to hear more stuff on fat tony as there is not a lot of info out there. MBA and the button man is one of my fav channels.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому

      I will definitely be doing another video on Salerno at some point - I wish someone would write a book on him! Maybe I will haha

  • @Charles-xe2qh
    @Charles-xe2qh 3 роки тому +2

    Excellent video! It may not be your cup of tea, but a very interesting book I once read was called "The Financing of Terror" by James Adams which looked at the extensive criminal financial operations of various terrorist groups around the world. It's a an area that doesn't get that much attention.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому

      Thanks for the recommendation. That is very much up my street! Will check it out!

  • @mar-45
    @mar-45 8 місяців тому

    Different life , different vibe ,
    I like it 👍

  • @ConnorHolbrook419
    @ConnorHolbrook419 Рік тому

    hey man, you should start a new series where you do reviews and overviews of some of the books you’ve read. I’d love so much to get to go through your book case behind you.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  Рік тому

      Hi Connor, I have made a video recently on some of my favourite books. You can watch it here ua-cam.com/video/3DPxDWUbgLw/v-deo.html

    • @ConnorHolbrook419
      @ConnorHolbrook419 Рік тому

      @@OCSHORTZ thank you very much I’m going to watch it now

  • @stevebananas5788
    @stevebananas5788 3 роки тому +1

    i appreciate the direct getting into things. no bs

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому

      Thanks Steve. I try not to waste words! ha

    • @stevebananas5788
      @stevebananas5788 3 роки тому +1

      cheers from anchorage,Alaska. im a friend of ours

  • @stonelingo1381
    @stonelingo1381 3 роки тому +1

    Nice vid...awesome content as usually..could you please make one about Armando Illiano,the midget mobster,he was with Joey Gallo...

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +1

      Sure thing, I had planned to do one on the Gallo crew in general so will do some detail of Armando.

    • @stonelingo1381
      @stonelingo1381 3 роки тому +1

      @@OCSHORTZ thank you so much..

  • @jimmylight4866
    @jimmylight4866 3 роки тому +3

    I had heard his name, but did not know the whole story.
    Thanks so much!
    Any thoughts on John Pennisi's social media activities possible getting Stevie "Wonderboy Crea" and Matty Madonna a new trial on the murder of Mike Meldish?

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +1

      It's intriguing that's for sure Jimmy. Keen to see how it develops.

  • @eamonwright7488
    @eamonwright7488 3 роки тому +5

    He's mentioned on that Crime INC documentary. It's a story about Barone extorting a Florida dock guy. The dock worker hired a hitman to kill someone who ripped off some charity he ran; got arrested, and ratted on Barone and the two others. He wore a wire around Barone and the wire fell out of his shirt and he played it off said it was his pacemaker. I think that was the case that Barone flipped.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +1

      I think you may well be right there Eamon.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому

      @Joey D he wasn't made in the 40s. The video clearly states he was made in the 1970s. The rules were relaxed at some point and only your father had to be Italian. For example look at John Gotti's son John Gotti Jr, his mother was Jewish and yet he became a made man and then acting boss of the family.

    • @wokejoke2675
      @wokejoke2675 2 роки тому +1

      That was in the 70's. Barone didn't flip until 2001 after he was shelved.

    • @ronrichards5051
      @ronrichards5051 7 місяців тому

      No George did not flip at that time. He did 7 years didn't say a word he came out. It was all about Is the chin Gigante they had a hit on George way after he did his 7 years got out and still ran things behind the scens but was wanting to put his face out there after he found out about the hit then he turned on them it wasn't until the late 99 until he turned coat..how do I know he out me on the Port of Miami when I was 17 years old that was back in 80..my dad was very close to him ...all these guys turn its a joke...stay working don't be a mobster it doesn't pay...remember RICO act!!

  • @DiviAugusti
    @DiviAugusti 3 роки тому +1

    Lol that picture of Fat tony in chains and prison garb still chomping his cigar.

  • @adytowe7969
    @adytowe7969 3 роки тому +1

    Good story loved it

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому

      Thanks Ady. Glad you liked it. New video coming on Saturday

    • @adytowe7969
      @adytowe7969 3 роки тому

      Can't wait thank you

  • @stevetarrant3362
    @stevetarrant3362 3 роки тому +1

    Brilliant as usual mate. Nothing quite beats corruption skull duggery and double dealing for breakfast! !!!!

  • @PattMcCrotch
    @PattMcCrotch 3 роки тому +1

    Your bookshelf is almost identical to mine here! Noice

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому

      We obviously both have good taste.

  • @kelliebaliyah3632
    @kelliebaliyah3632 3 роки тому +1

    Another good one O.C.shorts.im waiting on the next one. I call
    John Penniese.( excuse spelling) 😂
    I call him the Mellow mobster.He seems so laid back and mellow.
    Stay safe everyone

  • @sanjaysharma-jf8fv
    @sanjaysharma-jf8fv 3 роки тому +2

    Interesting...and then some..
    Its cool you pick on subjects/personalities that arent universally known, yet arre mainstream and of interest to a mob buff..
    Willie Morreti next...or the Eboli brothers?
    Take care bro..Salud

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому

      Stop reading my mind... I've got something in the pipeline on the Eboli brothers. Hopefully get it out in a couple of weeks! Thanks for your support as always Sanjay.

    • @sanjaysharma-jf8fv
      @sanjaysharma-jf8fv 3 роки тому

      @@OCSHORTZ its just that people on the normal thought process will tend to think alike while guys variously screwed up will come up with vastly varying stuff..ha ha
      Like the one about happy families being similar and unhappy ones being each unique..
      Anyway im glad uve narrowed down on Pat and Tommy. They both went to and fro from the newYork borgata to Luchiano in Italy...im sure you will illuminate that too...
      And witch part of Old Blighty do you favour with your residence. Cheers!

  • @mattsweeny3957
    @mattsweeny3957 Рік тому

    George Barone looks Hispanic mostly! Great soldier!! You pull these names out of the woodwork....Thank u matt

  • @davidfitzgerald4683
    @davidfitzgerald4683 2 роки тому +1

    His in the 1984 documentry series Crime Inc. Greatest Mafia series ever made..

  • @benz500r
    @benz500r 3 роки тому +1

    You truly do your homework.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +1

      Luckily I enjoy doing it. Fascinating stuff.

    • @benz500r
      @benz500r 3 роки тому

      @@OCSHORTZ keep it up

  • @JBfromFL
    @JBfromFL 3 роки тому +1

    Great video. Again! Thank you for your videos. Just me from SW FL here. Thank you again!

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому

      Thank you J B. Nice and hot there this time of year pal?

    • @JBfromFL
      @JBfromFL 3 роки тому

      @@OCSHORTZ yes it is and unfortunately just getting started for summer time. Summer time and the living easy! Comments help the channel so I hope this helps you

  • @vindivergilio3482
    @vindivergilio3482 3 роки тому +2

    Great short. Do you have any info/stories about Al 'Zeke' Squiterri? Reason I ask is a close family member of his is one of my neighbors and I wonder, what is true, what is story.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +1

      I know a bit pal. I've been thinking about putting a video together on him, so will get something done in the future for you Vin.

    • @vindivergilio3482
      @vindivergilio3482 3 роки тому

      @@OCSHORTZ thank you

  • @igotgame1621
    @igotgame1621 3 роки тому +5

    Joseph “joe piney” armone, big in the music game . See what you can find on him , if it’s worth a video

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  3 роки тому +3

      Piney was a serious guy. His brother Stephen was the real deal too. Stephen Armone was involved in the planning of by the Anastasia hit. I'll definitely be covering Piney too in the future.

    • @igotgame1621
      @igotgame1621 3 роки тому +2

      Love the channel have been interested in the mob and organized crime since I could read it’s awesome that you do wise guys that are not big names too they got some of the best stories

    • @ravenjefferson3764
      @ravenjefferson3764 3 роки тому +1

      Piney real tuff guy ;a mans man rip

  • @chalinofalcone871
    @chalinofalcone871 3 роки тому +2

    My roommate, no joke, shares his name with Tony Nap... LoL. His real name, not his moniker.