Sammy bull is not an extraordinary interview to me, but some one like Michael being transformed from being apart of an evil life to now being apart of a life spreading goodness through Christ that amazing and extraordinary to me!!!
The great thing about Sammy is his knowledge. Before his first interview with Patrick Bet David there were a lot of blank pages in our collective "Mafia history book", and he is able to connect dots and fill in a lot of the blanks. One of many examples is the Paul Castellano hit. It's only because of Sammy that we know every single detail of that VERY major event in Mafia history. How it came to be, everyone involved, how it was planned and carried out eg. verbatim conversations and so forth. But beyond that he tells very vivid stories about other well known mafioso's almost to the point where you feel like you know these people. So as bad of a human that he may be and certainly was, his intimate knowledge of Cosa Nostra is invaluable.
God does not always call the most pious to become the Bell Sheep. Michael uses his knowledge of crime to educate the youth of what to expect if they follow the wrong path. Thanks Michael.
I went through this. I didn’t realize anything until I was well into my 30s. Once talking w other people and their childhoods along the way, I began to realize mine wasn’t normal
Micheal mentioned what it said about him that he could step outside of himself to commit violence and a very wise man once said “the line between good and evil runs through every man’s heart “ so it means nothing because in the wrong situation everyone is capable of horrific things
Megan, putting the full interview is a better idea, don’t do what other podcasts do split into 1000 videos, it’s annoying. Great guest, Michael is the Real one.
Michael def does not look 72 at all I was surprised when I heard that he was that old a year or 2 ago. You’d think that life would do major damage but I respect the man. He didn’t get to choose his father and he did the best he could and trying to redeem himself and speak positively
Megyn never passes up an opportunity to disparage Rudy and Trump for that matter. She acts like she’s different from the msm and mostly she is, but she still likes to dip her toes in to carry water for them. She doesn’t fool everyone like she thinks she does.
I saw a lot of that in my 26 years working in a California state prison. Finding a god or a religion was good therapy for many in the population. For some it was a temporary phenomenon and others long lasting. Not very many atheists in the prison environment according to a study within the federal prison system.
It is so fascinating to me that people that have spent time in prison ALWAYS look much younger than they are. I think some of it can be attributed to the lack of sunlight. I wonder if it is more due to the lack of daily stressors like going to work, paying bills, dealing with things people on the outside have to deal with day to day (traffic, cars breaking down, family illness, homes needing repair, etc, etc).
Nothing more than good genes. Did you not hear what he said about his early years trying to support his mother and his siblings? It doesn’t seem like a stress free life if you heard what he said about the fate of not only his father but that of his mother and siblings. Nor do I believe prison is anything close to a stress free environment, the stress might come in different forms than worrying over traffic or your electric bill but it’s still stress. The biggest difference, I would say, is that once imprisoned, all your ability to make your own choices is gone. Many of the stressors of our lives we inflict upon ourselves, a different choice is available, we just don’t always have the sense to make it.
Very interesting dialogue, I remember hearing about Sonny Franzese, many years back when I grew up in the Bronx, he was a charismatic and yet reserved man of honor well known and feared. Michael Franzese who also walked the walk, who’s reputation was made on his earning capabilities as a racketeer. Although he is very careful and thoughtful talking about his years on the street, you can’t help but notice how he does not say anything that would implicate certain crimes that statutes of limitation would still be in play. So it is noticeable when he discusses work he’s had to do he is measured and extremely careful as not to divulge any event that the feds would come back knocking on his door! I’m sure with the phrase “I stepped outside myself, during those times” speaks volumes. Only he knows what orders he’s had to carry out, that may have impacted other made men, based on its obvious that he’s still a man of honor following omertà till this day. Still he’s an inspiration as to how a man can change in the right circumstances! Excellent interview, well done Ms Kelly!
Michael is awesome! I heard him speak at the opening of a SonicFlood concert almost 20 years ago. I said hello briefly at his table where his book was being sold. I was speechless after hearing what he has overcome with Christ!. What God given strength! God bless this man and prayers that his testimony continues to help bring the light of the Lord and glory in the dark days we are in! ✝💙🙏💪
Should have Michael on for another show just for his stories. I've been following him for four years. He's got great stories. He even met Jeffery McDonald the green beret that killed his wife in 1970. Listen to the prison experiences.
Absolutely admire Michael Franzese - first saw an interview about the Mafia featuring him 20 years ago, he had me at 'hello'! DELIGHTED to see this interview with him! Fascinating man and life. His books, and one of his promotional pictures grace my home. I plan to purchase his wine for a gal pal, she loves wine and deserves the best!
Nope, not buying this guy. A truly godly, converted man of God won't have a Godfather poster on the wall for the world to see. Won't be bragging about his criminal exploits for the world, detailing everything. And using God as an excuse to do so.
I sold Christmas trees on the upper Eastside NYC in the 80’s. Rudy’s housekeeper buys a tree and asks us to deliver it. I deliver the tree to Rudy’s Apt. His security detail frisks me and the tree before I put it in the stand.
I like his story and his you tube videos. The one thing that is disturbing about him is his continued belief that the mob guys, by and large, were not bad guys. It was "the life" that was bad. Well, sorry, but no. Everyone has choices in life, even those born into terrible life situations. We cannot avoid personal responsibility for our bad choices simply by blaming it on "the life" we are given. That's certainly part of it, but only a part.
Bill O'Reilly did a mob book, where members of the mob, actually said, ''we were in, and we did not know this happened????'' It's why the K-series is the best nonfiction books, it always reveals new stuff. I wish Michael Franzese could have talked about it.
Good interview Megyn, Michael has a lot of experience on understanding Rico cases. It a benefit to a lot of people understanding how the Rico charges are being used today.
Just a personal opinion. Sammy was a heavy guy and he knows how to play up to that now, but he also strikes me as someone who never really wanted to leave that life. Micheal is cagey about his answers, but lt comes off as remorse for some of the things he’s done. Sammy is great story teller. But Michael is very intelligent and has some wisdom to pass on.
Thank you Megyn for this fascinating interview with Michael Franzese. This is such an important part of history not only in the U.S. but Canada too. My Dad grew up in Hamilton Ontario and used to talk about crime boss Rocco Perri and how he met him in the Connaught Hotel where he worked as a bell hop. I grew up learning about the connections from the U.S. to Niagara Falls, Hamilton, and Montreal and we still have the families in these areas. I grew up in a small town with a lot of Italian familes; they were the early immigrants in the 40's and 50's along with Irish, Scottish, Ukrainian, Croation, and of course French in Canada. The Italians have a fascinating history in the U.S. and Canada and one that should be heard about. The Italians were at the bottom of the ladder in terms of social status but they were very much a part of developing our countries.
Al Pacino played the part of lefty very well but, looked nothing like lefty. Lefty was taller and on the slim side. I heard this story a few times what a blessing God Bless you Michael
@@404nitro Thing is Nobody alive today knows what happened to The Body. I recall Jimmy was Huge Major figure in the 50-60's. He let his Ego get carried away, and paid the price. IF I had to guess, I'd say the bottom of lake Erie, in a rusting barrel.
@@stevenwiederholt7000 Eric Shawn at Fox News has done several one hour shows on this subject and interviewed several people close to this including a guy who says his dad was in on the murder and where the body is actually at and how they got rid of it. You should be able to find those shows on YT somewhere. They wee very in depth and interesting to say the least. Hoffa was taken not to far from where I live BTW.
In one of MF's interviews, he answered saying Hoffa will never be found. When he was asked to elaborate as to 'why not', he only repeated that they're never going to find him (his body).
I wont watch anything with Sammy in it. He glorifies the life, killed a 16 year old innocent kid, still hasnt apologized, and seems like an ego maniac. Props to Michael
Exactly! I think of that every time, I see her face. She is so beautiful ,classy, great smile,very attractive lady . The way she speaks and interact with her guests,all in such an natural manner.I love watching her shows.Meggyn is great!🌹
People can say what they want, but Michael getting a little heated shows what kind of temper he could have. In that life, I wouldn't want to cross either man.
It is very "telling" how many times he says "I'll be honest with you". (and I am not even half way through the interview) I think he is a good guy - fellow.
Quite familiar with Michael Franzese. His story and subsequent redemption into a straight life is fascinating. Seems like a good guy with many interesting stories
Early 1970’s a female friend of my brother moved to Florida with her family. There she met then married a guy she later learned was the son of a mob boss, a name you have heard but I’ll leave it out. He once visited our farm with her when we hosted a party for her. He was a taller guy and I remember him walking into the house and I’ve never before seen a person with such a huge ego. Of the many people there he only talked to my parents. My mom said that he was extremely arrogant. My brothers friend eventually divorced this guy.
What does kelly mean Rudy changed? This is a dem opinion not factual which explains why she took the shot and moved on. We have a gov attacking and trying to destroy Rudy so I find this snip offensive. Rudy is an American Patriot. Period.
I grew up knowing the Maltese family and Maninos,they lived in Flemington NJ but I believe they ran Pennsylvania near Easton and such! Never saw my friend Margaret's Dad's face, just the back of his head!lol he was always nice and they were good to me but,you knew not to mess with them! My sister was stupid and she was chased by Margaret's Mom because my sister was helping her run away!! smh that night was insane!
Michael Franzese is born again and turned his life around. Great job, Megyn.
Sammy bull is not an extraordinary interview to me, but some one like Michael being transformed from being apart of an evil life to now being apart of a life spreading goodness through Christ that amazing and extraordinary to me!!!
Yeah I think Sammy the Bull is a legit serial killer
The great thing about Sammy is his knowledge. Before his first interview with Patrick Bet David there were a lot of blank pages in our collective "Mafia history book", and he is able to connect dots and fill in a lot of the blanks. One of many examples is the Paul Castellano hit. It's only because of Sammy that we know every single detail of that VERY major event in Mafia history. How it came to be, everyone involved, how it was planned and carried out eg. verbatim conversations and so forth. But beyond that he tells very vivid stories about other well known mafioso's almost to the point where you feel like you know these people. So as bad of a human that he may be and certainly was, his intimate knowledge of Cosa Nostra is invaluable.
Of course Michael offers that as well but my God was Sammy right in the thick of it.
Michael is great but if he'd really changed he wouldn't be profiting from his old job
God does not always call the most pious to become the Bell Sheep. Michael uses his knowledge of crime to educate the youth of what to expect if they follow the wrong path.
Thanks Michael.
Michael looks great for 72. Prison didn’t leave its mark on him physically
I know!! Was thinking the same 😊
72 is 177 in gangster years, he is not your Average guy in any circumstance.
Looks like 52.
Free Palestine ❣️
Good genes.
So glad you interviewed Michael!!
Michael is always an amazing interview. He also has a great youtube channel. He's very patriotic these days
Amazing story. Thanks, Megyn, for doing this interview - And thank you, Michael, for changing your life so that you could tell the world your story.
Through God anything is possible ❤
Amen.
Megyn, thank you for this episode.
What a great break from the politics, domestic and international problems.
I went through this. I didn’t realize anything until I was well into my 30s. Once talking w other people and their childhoods along the way, I began to realize mine wasn’t normal
Wow, in what ways...?
Micheal mentioned what it said about him that he could step outside of himself to commit violence and a very wise man once said “the line between good and evil runs through every man’s heart “ so it means nothing because in the wrong situation everyone is capable of horrific things
Megan, putting the full interview is a better idea, don’t do what other podcasts do split into 1000 videos, it’s annoying. Great guest, Michael is the Real one.
Mike is a highly intelligent man. He would have been successful at whatever he did. He went into the family business and paid the price.
Michael def does not look 72 at all I was surprised when I heard that he was that old a year or 2 ago. You’d think that life would do major damage but I respect the man. He didn’t get to choose his father and he did the best he could and trying to redeem himself and speak positively
Rudy Guiliani is still a great person in my view. And he’s still fighting the mob. The only difference is the mob this time is the government.
So very true.
Megyn never passes up an opportunity to disparage Rudy and Trump for that matter. She acts like she’s different from the msm and mostly she is, but she still likes to dip her toes in to carry water for them. She doesn’t fool everyone like she thinks she does.
I sure agree.@@GenXgirl969
Interesting show, thank you Megyn 😊
I saw a lot of that in my 26 years working in a California state prison. Finding a god or a religion was good therapy for many in the population. For some it was a temporary phenomenon and others long lasting. Not very many atheists in the prison environment according to a study within the federal prison system.
Kind of like the old saying, "there are no atheists in fox holes".
Once again what an amazing interview Megyn!! God I could listen to Micheal talk all day, what a life! Great speaker, he definitely found his calling!
It is so fascinating to me that people that have spent time in prison ALWAYS look much younger than they are. I think some of it can be attributed to the lack of sunlight. I wonder if it is more due to the lack of daily stressors like going to work, paying bills, dealing with things people on the outside have to deal with day to day (traffic, cars breaking down, family illness, homes needing repair, etc, etc).
Some look way worse. Some people handle prison better than others, some are jn REALLY rough prisons, some aren't. Depends on the person.
Federal prison is Cush compared to most state prisons
And you think prison isn't stressful? Come on...
Nothing more than good genes. Did you not hear what he said about his early years trying to support his mother and his siblings? It doesn’t seem like a stress free life if you heard what he said about the fate of not only his father but that of his mother and siblings. Nor do I believe prison is anything close to a stress free environment, the stress might come in different forms than worrying over traffic or your electric bill but it’s still stress. The biggest difference, I would say, is that once imprisoned, all your ability to make your own choices is gone. Many of the stressors of our lives we inflict upon ourselves, a different choice is available, we just don’t always have the sense to make it.
What a fabulous interview, riveting and beautiful story of salvation
Very interesting dialogue, I remember hearing about Sonny Franzese, many years back when I grew up in the Bronx, he was a charismatic and yet reserved man of honor well known and feared. Michael Franzese who also walked the walk, who’s reputation was made on his earning capabilities as a racketeer. Although he is very careful and thoughtful talking about his years on the street, you can’t help but notice how he does not say anything that would implicate certain crimes that statutes of limitation would still be in play. So it is noticeable when he discusses work he’s had to do he is measured and extremely careful as not to divulge any event that the feds would come back knocking on his door! I’m sure with the phrase “I stepped outside myself, during those times” speaks volumes. Only he knows what orders he’s had to carry out, that may have impacted other made men, based on its obvious that he’s still a man of honor following omertà till this day. Still he’s an inspiration as to how a man can change in the right circumstances! Excellent interview, well done Ms Kelly!
Great interview. Love it
Keep up the good work Megyn!! Beautiful 😍❤️ as always.
Michael is a very smart businessman, even today.
Michael, you look terrific for your age! And many thanks to both you and Megyn for your story!
Wow, this is fascinating!
Michael is awesome! I heard him speak at the opening of a SonicFlood concert almost 20 years ago. I said hello briefly at his table where his book was being sold. I was speechless after hearing what he has overcome with Christ!. What God given strength! God bless this man and prayers that his testimony continues to help bring the light of the Lord and glory in the dark days we are in!
✝💙🙏💪
Great interview
Should have Michael on for another show just for his stories. I've been following him for four years. He's got great stories. He even met Jeffery McDonald the green beret that killed his wife in 1970. Listen to the prison experiences.
One of your best interviews and guests! Story of hope for a better life and future! God bless America 🇺🇸🙏🏻
Franzese is great, if u liked this Interview Def gotta check out his UA-cam channel, amazing stories.
But God!
Insightful interview on principles of wholesome, righteous living.
Most educational UA-cam channel ever thanks dear Megyn…….. AHMED FROM BAGHDAD IRAQ
1:22:32 I’ll tell you how it is nowadays; today the mob is in DC!
Amen
So true.@@kimstringfellow6493
Absolutely admire Michael Franzese - first saw an interview about the Mafia featuring him 20 years ago, he had me at 'hello'! DELIGHTED to see this interview with him! Fascinating man and life. His books, and one of his promotional pictures grace my home. I plan to purchase his wine for a gal pal, she loves wine and deserves the best!
Excellent interview, as always. 👍
MR. MICHAEL GOD HAS GIVEN YOU FAVOR...GOD BLESS YOU..TO GOD BE ALL THE GLORY..PRAYING GOD IS AWESOME
Nope, not buying this guy. A truly godly, converted man of God won't have a Godfather poster on the wall for the world to see. Won't be bragging about his criminal exploits for the world, detailing everything. And using God as an excuse to do so.
Megyn, I am truly fascinated by the clip you created! You have done an amazing job.👍 Thank you so much for your efforts.♥♥
Fantastic episode. An interesting guest and well done interview.
Hooray and may GOD keep him and bless him and his loved ones. 🙏
Is the extra “O” intentional?
@annchovey2089 oops sorry what a mistake thanks for catching that and letting me know I meant GOD in all his goodness 🙏
@@johnjwedrall4290 No problem. These days you never know.
Michael was not made for the life. Neither was Gotti JR. He was a racketeer, not a gangster.
Megyn, The most intelligent and charming TV journalist ever!!!
This was a fascinating show, Megan. Well done. 🤌
I sold Christmas trees on the upper Eastside NYC in the 80’s. Rudy’s housekeeper buys a tree and asks us to deliver it. I deliver the tree to Rudy’s Apt. His security detail frisks me and the tree before I put it in the stand.
Happy Thanksgiving to Megyn and the team.
Great, GREAT interview. Very interesting. Wish you had more episodes like this.
I like his story and his you tube videos. The one thing that is disturbing about him is his continued belief that the mob guys, by and large, were not bad guys. It was "the life" that was bad. Well, sorry, but no. Everyone has choices in life, even those born into terrible life situations. We cannot avoid personal responsibility for our bad choices simply by blaming it on "the life" we are given. That's certainly part of it, but only a part.
Love this episode Megyn,
Bill O'Reilly did a mob book, where members of the mob, actually said, ''we were in, and we did not know this happened????'' It's why the K-series is the best nonfiction books, it always reveals new stuff. I wish Michael Franzese could have talked about it.
I love his books, I always learn something new.
Good interview Megyn, Michael has a lot of experience on understanding Rico cases. It a benefit to a lot of people understanding how the Rico charges are being used today.
K-Series?
@@SisterShirley I'm experiencing censorship. Certain words get flagged. You can Google Bill O'Reilly books and they start with the letter ''K''
I've been looking forward to this interview since your Sammy The Bull show. Great interview!
Just a personal opinion. Sammy was a heavy guy and he knows how to play up to that now, but he also strikes me as someone who never really wanted to leave that life. Micheal is cagey about his answers, but lt comes off as remorse for some of the things he’s done. Sammy is great story teller. But Michael is very intelligent and has some wisdom to pass on.
Great transformation to this guy GB❤️❤️🙏🙏great show Megyn Thank-you 👍💯💯❤️
Another great show. You never fail to keep outdoing yourself. MKL
Amazing story! Megyn you have such interesting guests on your show!
Great interview. You could say the government, not his father, that forced Michael into the mafia to help his family.
What a great show. Have a great Thanksgiving
Megyn... love your show.. stop interrupting
I couldn't imagine Douglas Murray ever give this guy time..... but here he is.... with Megyn...peterson etc.
Hey Megyn. Great interview ❤
Pls invite Mossab to your podcast.
Great interview!
Fascinating story. God changes lives no matter what you have done or who you are.
Michael says the stuff every interview. In this one he talked all over the place.
I loved reading Michael's book mafia democracy, so dead about this government.
Fantastic interview
Thank you Megyn for this fascinating interview with Michael Franzese. This is such an important part of history not only in the U.S. but Canada too. My Dad grew up in Hamilton Ontario and used to talk about crime boss Rocco Perri and how he met him in the Connaught Hotel where he worked as a bell hop. I grew up learning about the connections from the U.S. to Niagara Falls, Hamilton, and Montreal and we still have the families in these areas. I grew up in a small town with a lot of Italian familes; they were the early immigrants in the 40's and 50's along with Irish, Scottish, Ukrainian, Croation, and of course French in Canada. The Italians have a fascinating history in the U.S. and Canada and one that should be heard about. The Italians were at the bottom of the ladder in terms of social status but they were very much a part of developing our countries.
You should listen to hardcore history by Dan Carlin 😊
Al Pacino played the part of lefty very well but, looked nothing like lefty. Lefty was taller and on the slim side. I heard this story a few times what a blessing God Bless you Michael
Great addition ❤
How the glamorisation of criminal activity could be elevated and respected? Why would you choose that?
amazing interview
Great interview Megyn! One of the best ever.
It's a loaded story.Happy Gratitude Month and happy thanksgiving
This was an extremely fascinating interview. Seen this man on Gutfeld a week or two ago. Wonder if this man knows where Hoffa is?
@404nitro
He has been asked many many many times. The answer s NO.
@@stevenwiederholt7000 I was joking about that part as none of these guys would ever tell where Hoffa is.
@@404nitro
Thing is Nobody alive today knows what happened to The Body. I recall Jimmy was Huge Major figure in the 50-60's. He let his Ego get carried away, and paid the price.
IF I had to guess, I'd say the bottom of lake Erie, in a rusting barrel.
@@stevenwiederholt7000 Eric Shawn at Fox News has done several one hour shows on this subject and interviewed several people close to this including a guy who says his dad was in on the murder and where the body is actually at and how they got rid of it. You should be able to find those shows on YT somewhere. They wee very in depth and interesting to say the least. Hoffa was taken not to far from where I live BTW.
In one of MF's interviews, he answered saying Hoffa will never be found. When he was asked to elaborate as to 'why not', he only repeated that they're never going to find him (his body).
Loved this!!! Thanks to you both!❤️
I wont watch anything with Sammy in it. He glorifies the life, killed a 16 year old innocent kid, still hasnt apologized, and seems like an ego maniac. Props to Michael
Such an interesting podcast love it
Mikey F is a great listen any chance you get. Big fan!
SO good! Jesus changes everything!
Once again, Megan you have hosted such an interesting interview! I thoroughly enjoy your show! Watching from Durban, South Africa!!
Michael is a big part of American history
I really miss Megyn yelling TAKE A SEAT💅🏻🔥
Hey Megyn, what are your thoughts on Pizzagate now?
How is this woman getting more beautiful every day?!!!
Thank you for an amazing channel!!
Genucel 😊
She’s gorgeous
Plastic surgery
Exactly! I think of that every time, I see her face. She is so beautiful ,classy, great smile,very attractive lady . The way she speaks and interact with her guests,all in such an natural manner.I love watching her shows.Meggyn is great!🌹
Lots of makeup
What a fantastic interview!! ❤ Great questions and a very interesting conversation.
How did Michael avoid service in Vietnam?
People can say what they want, but Michael getting a little heated shows what kind of temper he could have. In that life, I wouldn't want to cross either man.
THANK YOU.
It is very "telling" how many times he says "I'll be honest with you". (and I am not even half way through the interview) I think he is a good guy - fellow.
Quite familiar with Michael Franzese. His story and subsequent redemption into a straight life is fascinating. Seems like a good guy with many interesting stories
Wow 1903!! Mines 1917 so blessed to have found actual boat reg.😢😊
One day I am going to shake the hand of Michael Franzese 🙏🏻 it’s on my bucket list!!
Early 1970’s a female friend of my brother moved to Florida with her family. There she met then married a guy she later learned was the son of a mob boss, a name you have heard but I’ll leave it out. He once visited our farm with her when we hosted a party for her. He was a taller guy and I remember him walking into the house and I’ve never before seen a person with such a huge ego. Of the many people there he only talked to my parents. My mom said that he was extremely arrogant. My brothers friend eventually divorced this guy.
Heard a very similar story about Greg scarpa.
Great impactful story. Thank you Megan! I never write but God inspired me
What does kelly mean Rudy changed? This is a dem opinion not factual which explains why she took the shot and moved on. We have a gov attacking and trying to destroy Rudy so I find this snip offensive. Rudy is an American Patriot. Period.
Thankful for you too Megyn!
What a guy
Megyn 2024😊 for president
for a woman who come off as smart and tough and knowledgeable about the law boy did she seem green on some of the street stuff
Why do you say the relationship with Trump was a downfall for Julliani
I sure do not agree with thay statement.
Very interesting.
Has anyone have a footage of Micheal at the shooting of Columbo? I watched alot of footage and never seen him.
I think Meygn is going to interview only mob guys now. She did a great job with Sammy and Micheal.
I grew up knowing the Maltese family and Maninos,they lived in Flemington NJ but I believe they ran Pennsylvania near Easton and such! Never saw my friend Margaret's Dad's face, just the back of his head!lol he was always nice and they were good to me but,you knew not to mess with them! My sister was stupid and she was chased by Margaret's Mom because my sister was helping her run away!! smh that night was insane!