DELLACROCE RECORDED ANGRILY DEMOTING GAMBINO CAPTAIN - FBI TRANSCRIPT DETAILS GOTTI'S MENTOR'S RAGE

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  • Опубліковано 17 жов 2024
  • Neil Dellacroce, the Underboss to Carlo Gambino and mentor to John Gotti, was recorded by the FBI demoting Mike Caiazza, a long time Gambino Crime Family Captain.
    This American Mafia documentary takes a look at the transcript of the conversation, as well as exploring the reason behind Dellacroce's anger at the Gambino Capo.
    This Cosa Nostra History story features mobsters including Angelo Ruggiero, Albert Anastasia, Armand Rava, Fat Andy Ruggiano, Carmine Fatico, John Gotti, Sammy The Bull Gravano, Jimmy Brown Failla, Toddo Aurello and many more...

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  • @johntino9734
    @johntino9734 2 роки тому +170

    With all due Respect, your podcast is the best OC related content bar none. I'm just an Old School Knockaroundguy from NYC, and it's obvious to Me that before you post a story you research it from top to bottom. Much Respect.

    • @timsmith1323
      @timsmith1323 2 роки тому +3

      I didn’t know he had a podcast where can I find it

    • @CAROLUSPRIMA
      @CAROLUSPRIMA 2 роки тому +5

      @@timsmith1323 I think he was referring to this UA-cam channel. As you know some channels are also podcasts.
      I may be in error but I’m unaware of any other broadcast by OC Shorts.

    • @johntino9734
      @johntino9734 2 роки тому +18

      @@timsmith1323 OC Shortz, this podcast, or whatever it's called. His content is the best, researched before he puts out anything.

    • @johntino9734
      @johntino9734 2 роки тому +3

      @@MisterReid Thank You My Friend 🇮🇹💯

    • @CAROLUSPRIMA
      @CAROLUSPRIMA 2 роки тому +2

      You are correct, sir. I’m just an old knock around guy (well, not the sort of knockaround guy that you are) from the head of a holler in Eastern Ky, yet I’ve been a mob enthusiast for years. This is the only channel where I ALWAYS learn something or go away with something new to think about.

  • @nagone11
    @nagone11 2 роки тому +33

    Caiazza took that shyt in stride.. with the fearsome reputation of Underboss Dellacroce, Caiazza was lucky he wasn't found in a trunk. Awesome detail as usual OC. 🔥

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks mate

    • @Bklyn93
      @Bklyn93 Рік тому

      Neil said to Paul (in a wiretapped conversation in June 1985) that he would kill LaForte, if it wasn’t for his respect for Paul’s orders.

    • @Romy16.
      @Romy16. 8 місяців тому +1

      Right 😂😂 He knew he was lucky to just be demoted

  • @donaldbrown9601
    @donaldbrown9601 2 роки тому +20

    I was literally thinking 2 hours ago ... " I wonder if OC Shorts has dropped any content ! " Thanks Bro

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Ha - glad I didnt disappoint Donald.

  • @billmitchell3329
    @billmitchell3329 2 роки тому +26

    Neal Delacroce commanded a lot of respect. Calazza only survived this incident because of his longtime standing and age. Anybody else would have been gone. I worked at JFK Airport back in the day. John Gotti idolized Neal. That was the word! Great upload. Love this channel!

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks Bill. Glad you are enjoying the channel mate.

  • @waynepetralia8105
    @waynepetralia8105 2 роки тому +17

    Anything that has to do with Neil Delacroce is interesting. Good job once again finding the tidbits of detail about those guys!

  • @omicron5529
    @omicron5529 2 роки тому +91

    Imagine how different The Gambino family would have been if Neil was the boss

    • @blackwolverine1
      @blackwolverine1 2 роки тому +19

      He would have had to leave Big Paulie as Underboss to deal with the White Collar division (i.e Trucking, Unions, Garbage) within the family. Neil's side was always Blue Collar in scope (i.e. Gambling, Killings, Extortion).

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому +23

      One of the great debates in mob history...

    • @omicron5529
      @omicron5529 2 роки тому +20

      @@OCSHORTZ yes it is. And I understand Don Carlo wanted is relative and of man with a business mind to take over but in the end it didn't even matter because Gotti screwed everything up anyway

    • @nagone11
      @nagone11 2 роки тому +27

      Don't forget...the FBI had Neil's house bugged too, if he survived he was going down like the rest of the bosses..

    • @danevertt3210
      @danevertt3210 2 роки тому +7

      What’s interesting is too think who would have been boss if the ‘85 hit never occurred. Let’s say Big Paul just passed away in his sleep instead of being taken out……who was next in line??? Holy hell was it that brute Biloti?? Piney Armone? Jimmy Brown? Joe Gallo, retired consigliere???

  • @Romy16.
    @Romy16. 8 місяців тому +2

    The way Caiazza asked “why Neil?” And Neil just kept speaking like he wasn’t even there Lol

  • @glennhynes5263
    @glennhynes5263 2 роки тому +12

    Fascinating story and loving the new backdrop. Hope you are well OC.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Thank you on both comments Glenn. It was definitely time for an upgrade on the background!

  • @balancedactguy
    @balancedactguy 2 роки тому +9

    Good Job OC!! I really enjoy your little known findings that you put together so well. Hope your Weekend is going well!

  • @Beto-pn6rl
    @Beto-pn6rl 2 роки тому +14

    "We don't break our captains,
    we kill them."
    Vincent Gigante.-

  • @blackwolverine1
    @blackwolverine1 2 роки тому +29

    Whats funny is Quack Quack down the line incurs Neil"s wrath because of his big mouth and Law Enforcement paying John Gotti a visit.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому +7

      Many hypocrites in that life.

  • @shaundavenport9855
    @shaundavenport9855 2 роки тому +19

    I've always found Dellacroce and Carlo the most interesting out of the whole Gambino family.
    Gangsters from another era.The stories they could tell. Superb vid,cheers buddy. 😁👍

    • @ienjoyapples
      @ienjoyapples 2 роки тому +7

      I love learning about the Anastasia/Gambino Sicilian/non-Sicilian rivalry in the Gambino family. The Gambino family was always like 2 families loosely held together.

    • @cosmolupo
      @cosmolupo 2 роки тому +3

      Those guys would never talk anything about mafia

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому +2

      Thank you Shaun.

    • @paulmckenna9945
      @paulmckenna9945 2 роки тому +1

      @@ienjoyapples The Bonnanos have a long line of Sicilian members as well, in fact they were almost taken over bye the Sicilian faction in the family, led bye Sonny Red, when Rusty was in charge, which obviously led to the 3 Capos murders, they came close as Sonny Red and the Sicilian faction were backed bye The Chin, also the Bonnanos had a acting boss who could only speak Sicilian, that probably why he got dropped down.

    • @gregpettis1113
      @gregpettis1113 2 роки тому +1

      Carlo was the best mob boss of all times

  • @happybee7725
    @happybee7725 2 роки тому +3

    @OC SHORTZ that was good. I enjoyed that. I like hearing all these supposed to be private conversations.i find em really interesting. have you ever been to the big apple yourself?

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Indeed I have pal, a couple of times with work and a couple of times on vacation.

  • @flstffatboy3910
    @flstffatboy3910 2 роки тому +6

    You’re by far absolutely the best in this genre

  • @RodPower78
    @RodPower78 2 роки тому +15

    Once again you get our Saturday morning started with another excellent video. Great job as always. This video is a insightful look inside the Manhattan faction of the Gambino Family. Mr. Neil is definitely one of those people you do not want to piss off. I bet Mike Caiazza couldn't bring himself to face that scary glare. This story really shows what a stickler to the rules of protocol Mr. Neil is, which isn't much of a surprise given how much of a diehard he was for the life. Plus not much of a surprise Fat Ang was the instigator in the story.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому +1

      Even a 20 year Capo was stumbling and sputtering when questioned!

    • @charlesandrews2360
      @charlesandrews2360 2 роки тому +1

      He was a badass. He reminds me of Chicago outfit Old-Timers. I love that line, "I would have been dead three days ago"

  • @kalebbailey2488
    @kalebbailey2488 2 роки тому +5

    Respect as always my friend....You need to start making series and making you some money. You are a true historian.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому +1

      You are too kind pal.

  • @jimmypinero
    @jimmypinero Рік тому +2

    Doesn't get any better than this kind of mob analysis. Amazing research and video!!! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

  • @lem01ne
    @lem01ne 2 роки тому +10

    Timed this one perfectly with my morning coffee...Cheers, friend!

  • @RajSingh-xz8sx
    @RajSingh-xz8sx 2 роки тому +12

    I love this channel man,not even the mob guys can tell how many guys were in certain captains crew.you work hard for your videos. Well done mate keep them coming.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Thank you Raj. Glad you are enjoying the channel.

  • @kelliebaliyah3632
    @kelliebaliyah3632 2 роки тому +18

    Yessss.Saturday mornings with my coffee and o.c.shortz great combo.Love this channel and the videos and I LOVE Sammy. ❤❤❤

    • @bradr1913
      @bradr1913 2 роки тому

      Take it easy big girl.

    • @adamirishconundrum851
      @adamirishconundrum851 2 роки тому +1

      Sammy's channel is awesome but I don't love any serial killer.

    • @kelliebaliyah3632
      @kelliebaliyah3632 2 роки тому +1

      @@adamirishconundrum851 Sammy has changed he's a good guy

    • @adamirishconundrum851
      @adamirishconundrum851 2 роки тому +1

      @@kelliebaliyah3632 he is a manipulator. Have you met him? His channel is gold and I believe he is most likely telling mostly the truth. I'm not hating on Sammy but once a serial murderer always a serial murderer.

    • @kelliebaliyah3632
      @kelliebaliyah3632 2 роки тому +1

      @@adamirishconundrum851 ok think about the ppl he killed they were in the life except 1 that was a mistake. So I believe when you are in that life you know the rules.But everyone has their own opinion, I respect yours.stay safe

  • @RAGNAR7722
    @RAGNAR7722 2 роки тому +3

    Best video yet mate...really digging out gems now. Can't keep bigging you up pal!

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks pal. I was unsure if this one would go down well.

    • @RAGNAR7722
      @RAGNAR7722 2 роки тому

      @@OCSHORTZyeah don't even doubt yourself pal,you're killing it mate.

  • @SBBoy68
    @SBBoy68 2 роки тому +2

    You do find some great stories. Well done you. Thank you.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks again pal. Always appreciate your support.

  • @johnstalberg9983
    @johnstalberg9983 2 роки тому +1

    Great work OC. Do u have the tape or just transcript? Only have heard one tape with a bit of Neil.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Sadly just the transcripts mate.

  • @ienjoyapples
    @ienjoyapples 2 роки тому +7

    Loved the history of the Dellacroce crew, including the little bit about Toddo Aurello. We hear about him from Sammy, but I can't find much information about him.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому +1

      Glad you enjoyed it mate.

  • @dallaswinston4640
    @dallaswinston4640 2 роки тому +2

    Another BANGER!!! Thank you for all your hard work and research.
    Always on the lookout for your Vids.
    Keep up the GREAT WORK.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks Richie, glad you are enjoying the videos.

    • @dallaswinston4640
      @dallaswinston4640 2 роки тому +1

      @@OCSHORTZ
      Keep up the Flawless work buddy

  • @shaneodwyer6132
    @shaneodwyer6132 2 роки тому +1

    Great video as always bud, love the small details and tidbits

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks again Shane.

  • @davidkerr1971
    @davidkerr1971 2 роки тому +2

    Fantastic episode, thanks for sharing, best OC channel out there. Appreciate all your time and effort, take care, have a good weekend. ✌😎✌

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks again David. Your continued support is greatly appreciated mate.

  • @WillLiam_Gallagher
    @WillLiam_Gallagher 2 роки тому +9

    I'm loving this. Brilliant as always! You're always learning on this channel. I love to hear stories on "Mr Neil" too what a true gangster!

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Thanks Sean. Glad you are enjoying the videos mate.

  • @mikecamacho1993
    @mikecamacho1993 2 роки тому +9

    You have a great podcast or show. No ego. No affiliation to the subject personally, and you seem to find out facts that nobody thought much about when hearing the story told on other platforms. Dope! I'm from Brooklyn and I like the way you do your thing. Salute to you sir.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Thank you Mike. I really appreciate the kind words mate. Enjoy the rest of your weekend.

  • @CaliforniaPickin
    @CaliforniaPickin 2 роки тому +2

    Cool new mic and background. Looks great !

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Thanks pal, I thought it was time for a change.

  • @CrazyCajun42
    @CrazyCajun42 2 роки тому +2

    Once again GREAT JOB buddy! I really like when I see a new episode from OC SHORTZ because I know before I watch it I will enjoy the show! Keep up the good work...

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks pal. I hope I never let you down!

  • @scottnation5685
    @scottnation5685 2 роки тому +2

    I love how much research you did on this , I learn so much from your channel.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Thanks pal. Glad you enjoyed it

  • @kevinmcavey5501
    @kevinmcavey5501 2 роки тому +1

    Always great new stories and now new backdrop. Keeps getting better

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Thanks Kevin - on both counts.

  • @petethegreek1157
    @petethegreek1157 2 роки тому +2

    This was awesome 🔥OC . Never heard this story before. Thank you

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Glad you enjoyed it mate.

  • @sjh9781
    @sjh9781 2 роки тому +11

    Sounds like ruggiero was trying to take up for ciazza as best he could treading as carefully as possible with dellacroce fuming and on the war path.

  • @btlarkin
    @btlarkin 2 роки тому +8

    Caizza actions not only back-doored Mr Neil, organizationally, they also revisited the practice of selling patronage (buttons, captaincies) from the bad old days of the Anastasia era - for which the books were closed for many years. Also from Sammy’s encounters with Mr Neil, we see he likes standup, truthful men and abhors liars and blame-shifters. So Caizza is truly lucky he did not get clipped. Probably Mr Neil’s bout with cancer saved Caizza.

  • @spiritualenlightenmentsmoo308
    @spiritualenlightenmentsmoo308 2 роки тому +1

    Glad you coming out with more videos faster

  • @jeffjones5478
    @jeffjones5478 2 роки тому +1

    As always Buddy you deliver great content thanks for the Hard Work.

  • @petermiller1565
    @petermiller1565 2 роки тому +2

    Hey OC, very interesting and well researched accurate information

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Thanks again Peter… notice how I said LaFORT instead of LaForTAY. Thought about you when I was filming it. 😂

    • @petermiller1565
      @petermiller1565 2 роки тому +1

      @@OCSHORTZ I did notice that, and was tempted to mention it. Lol. I’m really impressed by how open you are to learning from others in order to put out the most accurate content. I happen to know the family from growing Staten Island, where I currently reside, although the first half of my youth was spent growing up in Bensonhurst Brooklyn.

  • @chrislucchese3999
    @chrislucchese3999 2 роки тому +4

    I always wanted to konw more about the Rava's crew ! Thanks a lot bro

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Thanks for watching Chris.

  • @igotgame1621
    @igotgame1621 2 роки тому +2

    I always find them interesting, love the channel thanks from 🇨🇦🇬🇧

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Thanks pal. Glad you enjoyed it mate.

  • @andyhornhornhorn
    @andyhornhornhorn 2 роки тому +1

    Great video. Do you know what the best book on Neil Dellacroce is?

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks Andy. As far as I am aware there isn’t one specifically about Dellacroce. He features a fair bit in the Gotti books by Jerry Capeci, but to my knowledge there isn’t one solely on Dellacroce.

    • @andyhornhornhorn
      @andyhornhornhorn 2 роки тому +1

      Someone should write one about him lol! Thanks anyway.

  • @markdelcheccolo9191
    @markdelcheccolo9191 2 роки тому

    Hi Jimmy, Another great show as always. I'm never disappointed, thanks my friend !

  • @therealrightatoz8475
    @therealrightatoz8475 2 роки тому +3

    very interesting video man that no one talks about. please do more with wire tap content. and always explain what ultimately happens to the people involved like u did here. i hate when ppl forget that part

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Thanks pal. Im glad you enjoyed the video mate.

  • @TRIIGGAVELLI
    @TRIIGGAVELLI 2 роки тому +13

    Neil didn't seem like an easy guy to win an argument with.

    • @TupDigital
      @TupDigital 2 роки тому +4

      .....putting it mildly!!

    • @tonyjones1560
      @tonyjones1560 2 роки тому +4

      I can't imagine a lot of people bothering to argue with this guy. Seems like a good way to get hit.

    • @tjhookit
      @tjhookit 2 роки тому +2

      Sure wasn't......from all accounts Neil was highly respected among all of the families.

  • @joshuaknight3746
    @joshuaknight3746 2 роки тому +1

    Another Saturday complete thank you good sir your research is flawless

  • @bkylnrootsbathave2549
    @bkylnrootsbathave2549 2 роки тому +1

    always great, unknown to most, content. lovely job sir

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Thanks mate. Glad you enjoyed it.

  • @hannabarberry
    @hannabarberry 2 роки тому +3

    OC SHORTZ Saturday specials sponsored by LCN 😂 my man enjoy your weekend 💯👊🏼

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому +1

      And you pal. Have a great weekend.

  • @paulmckenna9945
    @paulmckenna9945 2 роки тому +8

    Not only is Mr Neil 1 of the most feared and powerful Mobsters ever but he's the most scary looking as well ,,bravo 👏

    • @shannonandsheila1403
      @shannonandsheila1403 2 роки тому +2

      Hahaa look up Paul Ricca

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks Paul. I hope you are having a good weekend mate.

    • @paulmckenna9945
      @paulmckenna9945 2 роки тому +1

      @@shannonandsheila1403 looked up Paul Ricca he was with the Chicago mob for decades reminds me a bit of Ronnie Kray

  • @dutchybag
    @dutchybag 2 роки тому +13

    Im sure this guy loved having a 30 years younger angelo flexing on him.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому +2

      And a soldier giving it large to a Capo as well!

  • @josediaz417
    @josediaz417 2 роки тому +1

    Another great story that's why your channel is one of the better channels when it comes to the mafia genre , salud

  • @gusphinizy2658
    @gusphinizy2658 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for interesting behind the scenes look at these criminals

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      I'm glad you enjoyed it Gus.

  • @IceveinsProductions
    @IceveinsProductions 2 роки тому +1

    Good stuff, was hoping it was actually an audio recording of Dellacroce though, that would've been great!

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому +1

      Sadly I only had the transcripts to work from in this case. If I locate the actual recordings I will share them mate Glad you enjoyed the video.

  • @joonatanalismaki8150
    @joonatanalismaki8150 Рік тому +1

    Does your channel any (Longer) documentaries / content? In my top 5 channels 👍

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  Рік тому

      Glad you are enjoying the videos. I have a couple of interview videos which are longer, but mainly my videos are between 8 to 15 minutes.

  • @alexanderthurman214
    @alexanderthurman214 2 роки тому +2

    I don’t know how you do it OC, because you are the best dam Mob researcher out there. God Bless

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      You are too kind Alex.

  • @hamzak2181
    @hamzak2181 2 роки тому +3

    I can't even imagine being on the receiving end of Dellacroce's anger. Those eyes alone were the stuff of nightmares.

  • @ichmaelyelik3750
    @ichmaelyelik3750 2 роки тому +2

    Another banger OC loved the content bro

  • @jayestrada3852
    @jayestrada3852 2 роки тому +1

    Any chance u can get ur hands on these tapes...would love to hear them!!!

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      I will work on it. Sadly I only have the transcripts to go from at present.

  • @matthewfoley252
    @matthewfoley252 2 роки тому +2

    That looks like a picture of Tony Soprano with the cigar behind you!

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому +1

      It is indeed.

    • @matthewfoley252
      @matthewfoley252 2 роки тому +1

      @@OCSHORTZ Nice!

    • @matthewfoley252
      @matthewfoley252 2 роки тому

      I'd like to get that for my little bro for Christmas, he's a big Soprano fan

  • @mickeygriggs
    @mickeygriggs 2 роки тому +2

    I'm sure you have heard this before I can you have the best podcast on youtube. I can tell you put in the work on research for every story. Praying 🙏 for nothing but the best

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Very kind of you to say.

  • @jasonfarmer4490
    @jasonfarmer4490 2 роки тому +1

    This is a great informative video. Im very impressed thought I would never learn anything new from podcast. I need to know if this is in a book im unaware of.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому +1

      The transcripts can be seen in the book Wiretap: Listening in on America’s Mafia by James Goode. As for the additional information on the history of the Rava crew and the Info on Buddy LaForte this was from my own research.

    • @jasonfarmer4490
      @jasonfarmer4490 2 роки тому

      @@OCSHORTZ ok thank you so much will defitnely be finding this book thanks so much for the reply and once again loved this video in particular because Ive never heard this story and always trying to find out new things on american cosa nostra

  • @MustangMike012
    @MustangMike012 2 роки тому +6

    I really like hearing about Dellacroce. You have the best Cosa Nostra information around OC. Enjoy the rest of your weekend.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you Mike. He is definitely a fascinating individual.

  • @kevinwright7026
    @kevinwright7026 2 роки тому +2

    Great episode! 🔥

  • @clydetaylor6375
    @clydetaylor6375 2 роки тому +2

    This is the best podcast I've ever seen 👏

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      That is very kind of you to say Clyde. Thank you

  • @GrayWolf73
    @GrayWolf73 2 роки тому +4

    Another great story Bro!! Mr. Neil, was an old school, no nonsense mafiosi, and not many people who pissed him off, lived to tell about it. It's rumored, that in his early years, he was a member of Murder Inc., which is why, he was also a staunch Anastasia supporter. Hard as nails, he had an ice cold gaze, that would send shivers, down the spines, of some of the hardest criminals, to ever walk the streets of NYC, or anywhere else for that matter.

    • @craigm3777
      @craigm3777 2 роки тому +2

      Yes, Mr Neil is facinating..I wish someone wud do a comprehensive book on him,instead of the same old rehash stuff..

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Thank you Joseph.

  • @tjhookit
    @tjhookit 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the video.....been trying to find out more information concerning Neil for a long time.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Glad you enjoyed it Todd.

  • @northernlad9371
    @northernlad9371 2 роки тому +1

    Hey, loving your content on the American Mafia. Would like to hear any stories/facts you might have about Tommy Agro. Only know about the recordings with Joe Dogs but don’t seem to know much else/hear anyone talk about him. Seems like an interesting character!…

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Hi mate, he is definitely on the list so I will cover him soon.

  • @caeserornothing
    @caeserornothing 2 роки тому +14

    Mr Neil was a powerhouse, an old timer that commanded huge respect , feared and loved he was a giant.

    • @pagodebregaeforro2803
      @pagodebregaeforro2803 Рік тому +1

      you should tattoo his face on your skin with such a drooling over him lol

  • @nonparticipant4671
    @nonparticipant4671 2 роки тому +1

    Hey OC. It's obvious you put a lot of effort into your content. The story line is legit. For some reason though, I have trouble understanding what you are saying at times. Not sure if anyone else has this also, but if so perhaps it's possible to edit the sound to boost the midrange or something to make it more intelligible prior to uploading. Not trying to dis your work at all, just bringing this minor issue to your attention. Thanks for all your effort.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      I had some sound issues on my earlier videos, but no one has really commented in a few months since I upgraded my mic. Is it the sound or is it my accent mate? I always appreciate feedback mate. Enjoy your weekend.

  • @zbly7679
    @zbly7679 2 роки тому +1

    You should go on Facebook man. These videos are perfect for Facebook. Short and sweet. Make more money man!

  • @mikeywhispers1588
    @mikeywhispers1588 2 роки тому +1

    Jimmy shortz the 🐐 the man never fails. Every Saturday at 8 am on the dot like clock work. Jimmy shortz u live in the UK?

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому +1

      Indeed I do. So 8am your time is 1pm my time. But I like to catch you when you are just waking up!

  • @curtviere6017
    @curtviere6017 Рік тому +1

    Love how you got the inside look on the mafia talk

  • @willmosse3684
    @willmosse3684 2 роки тому +4

    This is such a weird way of life. Your best friends are your worst enemies and anyone can tear you to pieces or worse at any moment.

    • @D777-z3j
      @D777-z3j 5 місяців тому +1

      Indeed

    • @bradgilchrist-wy5gn
      @bradgilchrist-wy5gn 5 місяців тому +1

      At some point it is your time, and you know when that time may be.

    • @bradgilchrist-wy5gn
      @bradgilchrist-wy5gn 5 місяців тому

      Very much like our? Government today

  • @CaseyHarrisSr
    @CaseyHarrisSr 2 роки тому +5

    TYSVM for starting the day off right with a Neal spanking of an epic Nimrod, builder of nothing worth trying to live on..

  • @DaveOriginallyfromBrooklyn
    @DaveOriginallyfromBrooklyn 2 роки тому +1

    Spectacular as always

  • @mikeggg1979
    @mikeggg1979 2 роки тому +2

    OC! Best of the best! You need to write a book brother! A mob Encyclopedia!

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Ha maybe one day...

  • @NONE2NONE
    @NONE2NONE 2 роки тому +1

    Is there anyway that we can listen to the actual tapes?

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      There are recordings on UA-cam, but sadly I haven't come across this particular conversation yet. Only the transcript.

  • @Statesmanexp
    @Statesmanexp Рік тому

    I like your channel and all the research you've done. I think it's great. Only thing I don't understand is why you have a picture of Lucky next to a picture of the sopranos. Beats me but I do respect your videos and content

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  Рік тому +1

      Because this channel cover all aspects of Organized Crime including its portrayal in the media and film. Also, to be pedantic, its a photo of the actor James Gandolfini and not Tony Soprano. Gandolfini was a superb actor who excelled in this particular genre. I'm glad you are enjoying the videos. Have a good weekend.

  • @kylesmith5136
    @kylesmith5136 2 роки тому +1

    Once again the best OC content

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Thank you Kyle. Glad you enjoyed it.

  • @RatelLaw
    @RatelLaw 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for sharing your research

  • @tracytobin931
    @tracytobin931 2 роки тому +7

    Awsome James !!! Great Obscure Story, I dont Know How You Manage to dig up all these facts, But Great Goin Pal, This Guy Caiazza is Lucky to Have Gotten A Pass, Mr.O'Neil Makes Him A Skipper, Then He Goes Behind His Back And Sells His Position Behind O'Neill's back? A lot of Wiseguys would have seen that as a Suicidal Act !!! Dellacroce was A Hard As Nails, Old School Gangster of the First Rate, He Most Certainly Wasn't Someone You Wanted To Piss Off Or Disrespect, He Put Down A Lot Of Men In His Lifetime. Thanks For Another Gem Of a Saturday Morning Short Mate !!! I Hope All Is Well, and I Noticed The New Studio, I like the Brickwork, it Gives It That Rustic Look, Very Professional!!! All is Well As Can Be In New York, aside from the fact that they are getting $4.00 dollars for A 99 cent Head of Lettuce!!! I Dont Know Whats Goin On In America, I have never seen it this bad before.

    • @tracytobin931
      @tracytobin931 2 роки тому +1

      @@arealgem9404 Thanks Gem, I Wish I was Lying, about 10 People from My block Passed Away This Summer, 2 still in their 20's each shot dead within a block from My front door in either direction, stores that were 24/7 365 for Years are installing roll down gates and closin at midnite, the k2 zombies and crack urchins rule the streets now, Something Is Terribly Wrong In NYC We are going backwards at an alarming rate, God Help Us All🙏✝️🗽🇺🇸

    • @arealgem9404
      @arealgem9404 2 роки тому +1

      @@tracytobin931 stop voting Democrat and expecting different results my dear friend.
      Your mayor De Blasio has done this. Look at every single Democrat ran city and you will see “high crime, homelessness, drugs and drug addicted zombies, high taxes, unemployment, trash everywhere, human excrement in the streets, lousy schools, perverts roaming wild”. It’s a sad sad mess. Stay safe my friend.

    • @tracytobin931
      @tracytobin931 2 роки тому +1

      @@arealgem9404 I Totally 1000% Agree With You Real Gem, Giuliani, With a Stacked Law Enforcement Team, Guy's like Bratton ☘and Jack 'Bowties' Maple, The Man Who Drafted The
      COMSTAT SYSTEM, That Was So Effective It Has Been Adopted and Implemented in Big Cities Around the World, the system is designed to recognize crime patterns in their early Stages, and to mobilize Police Task forces to area's where certain Quality of life crime is rising, But Giuliani Couldn't Give Those Professional Lifelong Law Enforcement Professionals The Credit and Recognition That They Rightly Deserved, He Hated It When Any Of His Appointees or Subordinates Would Get Say Maybe A Good Write Up In the Media, He Would Seethe With Venomous Anger and Jealousy, He Ran All of Them Off, Btw. Gem I haven't done My Civic Duty In a Few 40 Years or so ago !!! Yeah Koch, Dinkins and De Blasio all sucked Big Time Bro, Giuliani Started by Makin The Cops, Accountable, no more comin to work, drivin around with the A/C on, windows rolled up, Walkie Talkies turned down, and try to respond to as few jobs as possible, No More In RUDYTOWN, You had to work for your money, and Bloomberg Basically just kept everything that worked in place, and fixed or streamlined everything He Could, I Dont Have Any Faith in The Democratic Party
      Especially here in NYC.

    • @arealgem9404
      @arealgem9404 2 роки тому +1

      @@tracytobin931 wow thank you for taking me to class today. Didn’t know those things.
      Apparently De Blasio didn’t get the memo on the old adage “ if ain’t broke don’t fix it”.
      You have to Vote. Hopefully they actually allow the real votes to be counted. What a mess you describe. Only thing we can do try our best to live right before God and He protects those who are His.
      My family immigrated from Colombia to Queens. Have an uncle in Brooklyn and lots scattered all around. I sure do miss the pizza 🍕
      Crying shame what’s happened to the Big Apple. Stay safe and keep your eyes and ears open 👊

    • @tracytobin931
      @tracytobin931 2 роки тому +1

      @@arealgem9404 wow Real Gem, I Was With A Columbiana for 6 years, She was from Medellin, Antioquia, Love all them Restaurants Pollos Loco ala Mario, El Palacio de frijoles !!! Natives, and All The Others
      Damn, I Could Go For Some Arepa con queso with that Bangin Homemade Colombian Hot Chocolate!!! You Guy's Dont Play Around In The Kitchen !!! Take Care Be Well oh btw, All them Joints I Mentioned are in Queens,Jackson Heights, Still a Great Neighborhood. Be Well Gem

  • @scottbuono2507
    @scottbuono2507 2 роки тому +2

    This was great O.C. and it’s obvious that this kind of content that puts us behind the scenes isn’t easy to come by so just letting you know pal it doesn’t go unnoticed and it’s very much appreciated thank you👍🏼..enjoy your Thanksgiving my friend and God bless🙏🏼

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you Scott, your comment is very much appreciated. I'm glad you are enjoying the content, and feedback such as yours make doing this worthwhile. Have a great Thanksgiving too pal.

  • @colonelreb1014
    @colonelreb1014 2 роки тому +2

    Very good video. Pretty much Flawless. There is nothing in your video that I can contest as being false. Good job mate.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Thank you for the kind words mate. They are very much appreciated.

  • @clydetaylor6375
    @clydetaylor6375 2 роки тому +2

    I like 👍 these stories this is better than the other stories

  • @Silo-Ren
    @Silo-Ren 2 роки тому +16

    I'm surprised you would try to screw around with a guy who not only had the eyes of a Grim Reaper, but his reputation to boot as well. Great story as always Jimmy, I believe in you mate. Hope you remember that when when Hollywood comes calling. ; ) be well.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому +2

      😂😂😂 glad you liked the story pal.

  • @CockneyEastwood
    @CockneyEastwood 2 роки тому +1

    Shortz what’s your favourite and most recommended mob book mate ? I always tell people to read Five Families by Selwyn Raab because IMO that’s the most documented and the best out there . Any others like that pal ?

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому +1

      The Mob and the City by C. Alexander Hortis is superb. It dispells many myths and so called facts. It predominantly covers from 1900 to the 1957 but it is brilliant.

  • @AhmedM10106
    @AhmedM10106 2 роки тому +13

    Neil was a real deal. A real Old School and loyal to the family.

  • @oakenbeard8884
    @oakenbeard8884 2 роки тому +5

    Best thing that could have happened to Caiazza. Probably avoided dying in jail with the rest of them a few years later.

  • @tonyjemz777
    @tonyjemz777 2 роки тому +1

    OC shorts and Bad me and bloodletters a my favorites! I have tons of mafia books and you really inspiring me to give a shot at my own little Channel.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Do it Tony! There is plenty of space in this genre for new channels. Any help I can give (although I am no youtube expert) let me know.

  • @thesitdownwithjeffnadu
    @thesitdownwithjeffnadu 2 роки тому +1

    Good stuff as always mio amico

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you Jeff. About to watch your video on Most dangerous men in the Mafia.

  • @timbell6870
    @timbell6870 2 роки тому +3

    Dellacroce sounded like a real psycho and i don't think i would want to piss him off. Did Caiazza finally get murdered? or just shelved? Fascinating video as always O.C. Best kept secret on You Tube people. Cheers!

    • @RCorvinus
      @RCorvinus 2 роки тому +2

      One veteran NY detective said that the only 2 Mafioso he feared and would not want personally mad at him were Carmine Galante, and Mr. Neil. Eyes of killers.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Just shelved as far as I am aware

  • @michaelvolgare4454
    @michaelvolgare4454 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for this awesome post. I'm fascinated about Mr Neil. I wish someone would write a book about him.

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Agreed, it would be amazing if someone wrote a detailed book on him

  • @NicoleA.C.-PhD.
    @NicoleA.C.-PhD. 2 роки тому +2

    We don't break our Capos, we kill them. -Chin..

  • @natemyers4946
    @natemyers4946 2 роки тому +2

    *Caiazza: I did it. But I didn't, I didn't know what I know now.*
    *Dellacroce: you know nothing Jon Snow*

  • @christophersmith4156
    @christophersmith4156 2 роки тому +1

    Love your pictures in the background

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Thanks Christopher.

  • @paulmckenna6120
    @paulmckenna6120 2 роки тому +2

    Like hearing about Mr Neil Anytime, also love hearing about Toddo, as he was Sammy the bulls 1st Capo in the Gambinos, after moving from the Columbos 2 the Gambinos.

  • @timsmith1323
    @timsmith1323 2 роки тому +5

    Great video mate it always blows my mind how how you manage to come up with these videos some of the videos are so obscure and unheard of unlike so many other mob channels 👍get subbing guys let get him to a much deserved 30k and higher

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  2 роки тому

      Thanks again Timothy. Glad you liked the video. Enjoy what’s left of your weekend pal.

    • @timsmith1323
      @timsmith1323 2 роки тому

      @@OCSHORTZ cheers pal salt to you have a good one 👍

  • @rollotomassi8251
    @rollotomassi8251 2 роки тому +1

    Excellent story as always. Bravó

  • @PabloM-ny1vd
    @PabloM-ny1vd 2 роки тому +1

    Great content , as per chief

  • @BrazenBreeds
    @BrazenBreeds Рік тому +1

    4:11 - His bakery was in my neighborhood, I live just off of 3rd avenue in Brooklyn and the bakery was named "Caiazzo's", which was his actual last name yet he is often referred to as Caiazza and I wonder why. Maybe Caiazza was what he went by in the streets or just became a mispronunciation over time. Good vid/research!

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  Рік тому

      I would go with mispronouncation. It happens a lot I have found.

    • @BrazenBreeds
      @BrazenBreeds Рік тому

      @@OCSHORTZ Often times they even mispronounce their own last names! 😂

    • @OCSHORTZ
      @OCSHORTZ  Рік тому +1

      @@BrazenBreeds haha yep I've found that too!