Exactly when he doesn’t deny any allegations and just says I got acquitted of that murder is def a thought out way to say ya it was me but I got away w it
Only he's not part of that life. He's admittedly "retired" from the criminal lifestyle (gambling, stolen goods) and is now publicly discussing on social media how he has been railroaded by the U.S. govt. and everyone else is guilty. He's obviously going for the score ($$$) to boost his wallet AND his patreon channel, by sitting down with Vlad. And hey,nothing wrong with that. But please don't argue that Joey is somehow sticking to some code of the street and that's what he's doing. He's trying to get paid. The End.
@@richieblondet2310you obviously didn’t grow up around philly or south jersey. Joey was always in the media and doing interviews. He even called in WIP which is a popular sports talk radio station when he sat in Eric lindros’ seats. He hasn’t changed at all. He has always been like this.
I think if you were still in the life, you would be saying the rats were the bad guys and the former bosses that didn’t flip and spent the rest of their life in prison were the good guys.
@@vincedidiana5781 right. Only one thing I had to change everything. Just cause we get clean don't mean we don't play with them thoughts. Making a quick buck shooting moves. It's a battle keeping my side the street clean
@shaydog7218 Congratulations!! Keep going!! One day at a time and before you know it you’ll have eight years clean and sober like me and many others who came before me!!! Keep coming back!! It works!!!🫶🫶🫶
I think Joey Merlino is very entertaining. He knows that we know. He is a performer. He is showing you HOW to answer questions and say nothing. In addition, a lot of what he says about the hypocrite Government using Rats as witnesses that are engaging in crime with a free license is very true.
For me I knew I was an alcoholic because the way I drank. Did I want to get sober? Yes and I didn't want to do the work. It took me 3 times of retreading before I got a clue. Being old school I am a 12 step believer like u said Anthony. Getting clean now is like some fashion statement and we had those old timers who weren't afraid to kick ass when necessary. 17:13
Nicky Scarfo Sr has an older biological son Chris who changed his last name to his 1st wife Ferry. He is a legend in his own right as a legitimate business man and great golfer. Also, he is very well respected. Nick Jr was shot on Halloween 1989 by Joey M. and youngest son Marc died (att
My grandfather was in the Feds with Scarfo Sr. and they became friends. When my grandfather came home Scarfo would send him packaged meat from inside. Sounds like a good guy to me
Thank you Anthony,I'm a new subscriber. Not only do I love your story in the Mafia history. I appreciate your sharing about recovery. I recently celebrated 10 years of continuous sobriety and clean time. 1/26/14 We do recover
You know you’re an addict when it affects your everyday life in a negative way. It affects your relationships, finances. You hide it from family, friends. Pretty simple. Most people know. The hardest part is TRULY admitting it.
The man has literally beat majority of the major stuff in that could've put him in jail for the rest of his life and ya'll want him to come on UA-cam and say he did it cause ya'll Wanna hear a story and a confession ya'll super weird nowadays!!! Joey Stand up Guy💪💯💯
In that life there’s rules, structures and codes (which we all know that.) You can’t get mad at him when he upholds the secrecy that you all swore you would do.
Ain’t NO 1/2 Steppin’ Joe!This Dunce NEEDS to Pk a Lane! Are You OLD SKOOL JOEEE or NOT? Active or NOT this SLOMO is Putting Ppl in BAD SPOTS. Then he Claims he’d NEVER Go On a Platform that interviews Cooperators? Vlad?! 🧐SO “WE 👀YOU”Joe. That 1st Step is a DooZy😉🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️, Blessings T.🙏🏼🌸Bill
What he talks about is sports and the unjust justice system and rats. I don’t think he has to say he was in the mob or a mob boss. People already know, but I love you’re content Anthony I watch all your videos. Keep up the good work
He beat multiple Rico's and the Feds still want him. He's always courted attention that's him. But he's never going to admit to anything because he'd be in Federal lock up the rest of his life. If he can profit off his name with out incriminating himself or others let him. At this point i don't think he's active anyway. If u guys want him to talk about murders and other things its not going to happen. He's a legend in Philadelphia and they always gonna support him down there no matter what. Unless u spent time in Philly u guys wouldn't understand who he is in that city.
The difference is Merlino NEVER cooperated and thatswhy can't tell things and playing fool....all other guys (don't let Franzese fool you) cooperated and can tell whatever they told the feds,prosecutors(so EVERYTHING Franzese is talking he told the Feds)
Joey also said on a video Fat Andy was a good guy. Another multi murderer. Which is consistent with comments regarding Nikki Scarfo. Anthony has said in the past if his Father was alive he would have never cooperated. This is Merlino’s point. A man doesn’t rat on his friends. If he does he is not a good guy. If he keeps his mouth shut and does his time like a man he is a good guy. Very simple to understand.
It's comical that these people say thers no surveillance pictures. There's probably tens of thousands of pictures and I'd guess that barely 10% of them have been made public.
Nicky Scarfo Sr was very fond of Joey Merlino when Joey was a young man. And before Nicky Sr went to prison for the last time, Joey Merlino was fond of Nicky Sr. Joey probably does think Nicky Sr was a good guy.
No us as audiences aren't fooled or do we feel our intelligence is insulted. We know what Joey is. Hes a gangster an in Anthony's own words about Gotti. Same goes for Joey he dont give a fuck about the cops, FBI, news, & haters. Hes a solid Cosa Nostra man. An that's what you expect from him. Not to divulge information or incriminate himself or anyone. He took everyone of his cases all the way. Do or die! Either he going in for LIFE or hes gonna get acquitted. So regardless of getting any info out of him or not. You would be the fool if you thought he was gonna give you anything.
Where did all this mob drama come from? It’s really quite interesting. It’s like getting hit in the back of the head with a flying Hockey puck at a pro game. No one sees it coming.
I like Joey's broadcasts: he can tell a great story, tho he rarely does; he has a wit and style all his own; and he has the voice. But he went really punk here: I only want to talk about "rats" and call out others, but talking about me and what I have or have had going is verboten. Joey, we're working people looking for entertainment: we don't give a shit if one guy running around shooting people in the head turned in another guy shooting people in the head -and then pick sides like sports teams or something: we're just looking for the storyline, and whoever tells it well is the one listened to.
That's the way I see it as well. All the gangster-tube people are at least a little entertaining. If You robbed, bullied, sold tail, ran gableing scams, intimidated through fear, shook down honest businesses, and murdered I don't really think it takes away from one's character if they also tataltailed too! But I get that Joey is way more authentic in being the real deal. He didn't fold under pressure. So He is 100 times more entertaining because He is really that picture in the dictionary of an actual gangster. I don't think less of the squeelers, I was never a gangster myself. A good story is still a good story whether it's true or not. But if you gauge authenticity Joey gets top prize. Little like the only guy who didn't fall off the trapeze having a youtube channel when 20 who did all have channels too. Their stories are still good, just not nearly as good as the one who didn't slip.
This is some cope. Joey isn’t going to say anything bad about Nicki Scarfo it’s in line with everything he’s done online. Scarfo wasn’t a rat, he’s not going to go in there and say he’s a crazy murderer. He mockingly said he’s a great guy.
I don’t think he insulted anyone’s intelligence…. I’m sure he knows the feds are watching his every move because in reality he probably should be in prison for life ….. my take is that although a lot of people have been interested in the stories you and other have told and the life in general. You guys probably were doing really good as far as views for your content …. N when most of us have who learned about the mob coming up and the rules and especially no 🐀🐀. You and the the others have your reasons for cooperating and that is for you guys to bear that burden of your own integrity and moral compass…. Mr Merlino stood on his principles and took whatever the government threw at him …. He single handily destroyed all of the government informants … it’s chess not checkers…. Although you are 🐀🐀🐀🐀 I wish you well sir
Hey Anthony! Nobody believes a word Joey says anyways, everyone know he is full of shit. If he ever starts telling the truth, thats when he will be interesting to listen to. But i dont think that will ever happen so he is nothing to see.
Thank you for providing us with the truth 😊 . I watched the 5 min. On Vlad and this is a perfect example of what a good podcast is and one were it's lies and bull$hit wich you can see right thrugh. 😅 Anthony you Rock. See you on Reformed Gangsters. This is worth spending a few bucks on. But I would never be so stupid and join a Merlino membership, not even a quarter. But this is what it's all about for me. Trying to make a difference. Loved your answars too the nurse. You are so correct about the importance of being medicated right. And of cause as you said, the first step admitting to one self that the problem is real and that you're an addict. ❤❤ Can't stop when you get me started 😂 Take care Brother. Keep coming back right ;-)
It's not about lies and bul,lshi#$t If he was to be honest they would Lock him and most of the Philly family up on Rico charges probably for life.. Rico law Past crime Present crime Prove both and life in prison
@@thedude4672If vlad walked up to you and offered you $50,000 for an interview would you take it??... you think Joey gives a crap what people think😂😂😂
@@thedude4672 He’s keeping his mouth shut about mob dealings. All these rats should take notes. He talks sports, his legal cases, the fucked up justice system and the rats. That’s his whole point of being online.
To be fair there really isn’t much he could talk about. Well not about what everyone whats to know. He comes across like John Gotti, as in he loves the limelight. He also has a bit of character about him too. Not the charm of John Gotti or the class neither, but none the less to me as someone that’s on the outside looking in, I can see some similarities. It’ll be interesting to hear if you agree Anthony or not? Also if John was still around do you think he would be on UA-cam? I imagine he would love it, but I’ve also heard that he didn’t like talking on camera because of his thick accent?
Vic amusso sent a message to Joey from jail and Joey sent one back saying if any luchesse guys come to Philly they are going back in body bags. Joey is a boss
@@thedude4672 really? Then why even talk about him? If you’re a real gangster, you don’t gossip about others. If you’re a rat that’s embarrassed that Joey never bowed down. Went to trial every time, beat murder wraps, served nearly 20 years and still doesn’t rat. He won’t even talk about those that tried killing him. He simply doesn’t rat and that infuriates these guys. Which is fine, but at least try to hide it. Weak.
@@thedude4672 but hey, keep kissing a junkies pinky ring. A guy that without his dad’s name, would’ve been nothing more than the common junkie on the streets. Never made, never a big deal. Only around guys and given odds and ends out of respect for Fat Andy.
Joey is a smart guy & he’s 💯% Omertà, he knows what to say & not what to say. Joey is just doing the interview for the 💵💵💵💵, that’s what it’s all about for Joey.
most if not just about every mobster podcast, the guests go into detail about everything they every did. so Joey, not giving up any info for the most part, these podcast dudes don't know how to react. years ago I got booked & the cops wanted info about some neighborhood shit, they were so sure I was gonna tell they would have bet on it. when I told them FOH they looked shocked, shocked that I wouldn't talk. so talking, cooperating, ratting, whatever you wanna call it, is accepted, and worse expected nowadays. so Joey not saying anything is a shock to alot of these podcast dudes.
Merlin's interview with Vlad was boring AF. If you're not going to tell stories about your mafia life, then why come on YT at all? And if he cooperated, then that would be the only moral thing he's done in his life.
Anthony,what's your take on the ongoing situation with Joey M's podcast?(Barney Bellomo wants him to remove his YT account).Secondly,allegedly,the Nose,has sent a hit team to Florida to clip Joey.
That was sum of the best , top notch A1 telling Anthony 💯 you the best bro ! I coulda swore Joey was never arrested or charged or even face to face witnessed in that shooting you spoke of with Scarfo jr 🤔 Sammy would be proud of u BRO 😎
Y’all want that man to incriminate himself just so yall can turn around and make more content about how he’s a dumbass for putting himself on front street 😂😂😂
Mr Ruggiano I like your stories because the are best in details and has experience from your father. And from the former mobster standpoint I understand your opinion. But to be honest and I respect you and the rest former mobsters but Joey is stand up guy and of course, he didn’t like that some rejected the life. I believe you that you would not cooperate if your father and T Lee lived then. But other former mobster is like Mr Merlino says „when the handcuffs came“ everybody looks at himself. Everybody would live the life on on on when RICO weren’t. Everybody!!! Mr Merlino is right in that discussion.
It’s called the pledge of Omertà forgiveness a reason but at the same time, what was the point of going on the interview? Seems like he just wanted attention and to be known more on social media.
Mr. Ruggiano, I don’t think he’s insulting our intelligence. Everyone knows what he was. It’s just obvious he wouldn’t say anything. Can’t expect him to admit to stuff, especially when I’m sure there’s stuff with which he can get in trouble.
I would like to tell my story if you can afford to have me . I was the under boss of RamSquad and I have some amazing stories about Joey, sham Ali, JBM, Kaboni Savage, Charlie Mack, Wolf Puffys Guy, SPUT TYRIK, EVE, NELLY AND SO MANY MORE . PLEASE GIVE ME A RING I promise you a few million views after I tell what I know
It must be frustrating to you knowing the truth of the matter. Those of us on the outside who have no clue will scarf it up. Typically outsiders only listen to one side and take it to the bank without knowing there are others like yourself who have 1st hand knowledge of what actually happened. Its kind of like the NWA movie (which I refuse to watch). Everyone who had 1st hand knowledge that was interviewed say the movie was not accurate. But those who don't know any better will take that garbage as gospel.
I personally think by Joey going on these shows and putting himself out there the FBI is gonna fuck with him.He beat them in court a bunch of times and the feds don’t like having egg on their faces
Anthony, I love you and your Podcast but it is funny how on the Netflix show, you said "and I called my Captain." Aren't you supposed to be a Made guy to have a Captain? Just asking. Keep up the good work buddy... You should have gotten your button anyways in my opinion buddy.
I don’t think Joey is insulting our intelligence. We know, he knows that we know, and we know that he knows that we know. He’s just playing the game…
Well said.
Exactly when he doesn’t deny any allegations and just says I got acquitted of that murder is def a thought out way to say ya it was me but I got away w it
He’s brilliant
It’s said that he got 50k for the interview just to sit there and say he doesn’t know anything. Smart move.
how do you know he got 50k ?@@kdiigx
Just get Anthony ramondi on and he will clear up all this mess 😂😂
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U can't be mad cause he had the balls to go to trial
That's the only way to handle any criminal accusations.
@@SalAcceturraYou have no idea how the criminal justice system works, do you
Ruggiano Jr did go trial & he did do a lot of time.
He's not insulting anyone's intelligence if he is part of that life then denying is part of it and you have to respect that.
Exactly
Why do you have to respect that?
I have more respect for people who tell the truth than I do liars
Why do you have to respect liars?
Only he's not part of that life. He's admittedly "retired" from the criminal lifestyle (gambling, stolen goods) and is now publicly discussing on social media how he has been railroaded by the U.S. govt. and everyone else is guilty. He's obviously going for the score ($$$) to boost his wallet AND his patreon channel, by sitting down with Vlad. And hey,nothing wrong with that. But please don't argue that Joey is somehow sticking to some code of the street and that's what he's doing. He's trying to get paid. The End.
@@richieblondet2310you obviously didn’t grow up around philly or south jersey. Joey was always in the media and doing interviews. He even called in WIP which is a popular sports talk radio station when he sat in Eric lindros’ seats. He hasn’t changed at all. He has always been like this.
I think if you were still in the life, you would be saying the rats were the bad guys and the former bosses that didn’t flip and spent the rest of their life in prison were the good guys.
100% thats the mafia mentality
Seriously though...we don't expect the man to go on Vlad and tell on himself like a couple of dumb ass rappers did do we?!
Which is why Merlino's interview was boring
Bro we watch you, Michael and Sammy for real info and stories. We watch Joey because he is funny. He isnt insulting us, we understand the game.
Michael tells the same stories over and over. Boring
@@thedude4672and Michael is a liar, full of shit
@@thedude4672He’s also been on UA-cam for years now. Eventually you’re going to run out. Franzese also doesn’t have immunity so he has to be careful
I was in treatment in sacred heart Memphis Michigan few times . Just came up on 18 months sober
Great job! It just gets better thank you for sharing.
Good job brother! I’m at 2 years. Just have to remind myself all the time that living a boring life is ok.
@@vincedidiana5781 right. Only one thing I had to change everything. Just cause we get clean don't mean we don't play with them thoughts. Making a quick buck shooting moves. It's a battle keeping my side the street clean
@shaydog7218 Congratulations!! Keep going!! One day at a time and before you know it you’ll have eight years clean and sober like me and many others who came before me!!! Keep coming back!! It works!!!🫶🫶🫶
@@mariafrmdaBX a lot of praying and meetings I was a mess
I think Joey Merlino is very entertaining. He knows that we know. He is a performer. He is showing you HOW to answer questions and say nothing. In addition, a lot of what he says about the hypocrite Government using Rats as witnesses that are engaging in crime with a free license is very true.
He's boring
@@thedude4672 Not 1/2 as boring or as stupid as you. LOL
What did you expect him to say? He did exactly what he was supposed to do. He didn’t insult our intelligence at all
For me I knew I was an alcoholic because the way I drank. Did I want to get sober? Yes and I didn't want to do the work. It took me 3 times of retreading before I got a clue.
Being old school I am a 12 step believer like u said Anthony.
Getting clean now is like some fashion statement and we had those old timers who weren't afraid to kick ass when necessary. 17:13
Thank You Anthony Ruggiano for clearing that up…
Nicky Scarfo Sr has an older biological son Chris who changed his last name to his 1st wife Ferry. He is a legend in his own right as a legitimate business man and great golfer. Also, he is very well respected. Nick Jr was shot on Halloween 1989 by Joey M. and youngest son Marc died (att
The other son killed himself it’s a very sad story
Chris would get big numbers on an interview 😊
Yes Chris ferry was my insurance carrier .
Lmao he had to laugh himself when he mentioned keeping his dad's legacy alive 😂😂😂
My grandfather was in the Feds with Scarfo Sr. and they became friends. When my grandfather came home Scarfo would send him packaged meat from inside. Sounds like a good guy to me
I knew he was gonna deny everything which is why i was confused on why he even went on the podcast!
Went on for me more UA-cam exposure.. hes an entertainer now I guess.
Great show. My favorite one so far.
Thank you Anthony,I'm a new subscriber. Not only do I love your story in the Mafia history. I appreciate your sharing about recovery. I recently celebrated 10 years of continuous sobriety and clean time. 1/26/14 We do recover
Thanks and welcome
You know you’re an addict when it affects your everyday life in a negative way. It affects your relationships, finances. You hide it from family, friends. Pretty simple. Most people know. The hardest part is TRULY admitting it.
What do you want Joey to say? He never cooperated, if he admits any mob secrets, it breaks omerta.
For me and many other people Joey is a real Stand up guy, he never ratted anyone
The man has literally beat majority of the major stuff in that could've put him in jail for the rest of his life and ya'll want him to come on UA-cam and say he did it cause ya'll Wanna hear a story and a confession ya'll super weird nowadays!!! Joey Stand up Guy💪💯💯
💯💯💯 he feels his intelligence is being insulted because Joey doesn’t incriminate himself on camera 😂😂😂 super wierd
He's a lying, murdering, stealing thug who would kill you and then have a snack.
But you respect him. SMH
Pity they never asked him abput John Stanfa & John Vesey...another pair of car mechanic's
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Innocent till proven guilty, is what I was told
Like OJ?
Class Act all The Way Anthony-Your a positive influence on my life went to a few meetings due to things you said in parts of your shows
Love your content Anthony ❤
In that life there’s rules, structures and codes (which we all know that.)
You can’t get mad at him when he upholds the secrecy that you all swore you would do.
Ain’t NO 1/2 Steppin’ Joe!This Dunce NEEDS to Pk a Lane! Are You OLD SKOOL JOEEE or NOT? Active or NOT this SLOMO is Putting Ppl in BAD SPOTS. Then he Claims he’d NEVER Go On a Platform that interviews Cooperators? Vlad?! 🧐SO “WE 👀YOU”Joe. That 1st Step is a DooZy😉🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️, Blessings T.🙏🏼🌸Bill
It’s hilarious & embarrassing when people who never had any involvement in OC & they try to “‘school “ those who have.
@@Provos7777 Embarrassing?? Nah I just don’t give a fu*k!! I say what I want. You thought you said something with that comment lmfaooooo
Thanks for the fantastic video! Your honesty about the truth is the best!
Good video Big Tony!!
What he talks about is sports and the unjust justice system and rats. I don’t think he has to say he was in the mob or a mob boss. People already know, but I love you’re content Anthony I watch all your videos. Keep up the good work
I'm just having a hard time listening to Scarfa and Merlina! There are Os at the end of these names friend
It's called an accent
He beat multiple Rico's and the Feds still want him. He's always courted attention that's him. But he's never going to admit to anything because he'd be in Federal lock up the rest of his life. If he can profit off his name with out incriminating himself or others let him. At this point i don't think he's active anyway. If u guys want him to talk about murders and other things its not going to happen. He's a legend in Philadelphia and they always gonna support him down there no matter what. Unless u spent time in Philly u guys wouldn't understand who he is in that city.
Joey was smart in keeping his inner circle with all his childhood buddies. He would be in real trouble if a guy like Mazzone or Borgesi flipped.
I wanna hear what Joey thinks about Salvie Testa.
@@danrobinson572 he won’t because his father had something to do with it.
Good content Anthony.
Thank you
I kinda feel like Anthony should be a little nicer when speaking about Joey Merlino. That would probably be the right thing to do
Lying is the right thing to do?
Lying about what? If your definition of telling the truth is being a cooperator then your confused. Merlino told the truth without saying anything.
The difference is Merlino NEVER cooperated and thatswhy can't tell things and playing fool....all other guys (don't let Franzese fool you) cooperated and can tell whatever they told the feds,prosecutors(so EVERYTHING Franzese is talking he told the Feds)
I don't think u are on Joey's Christmas card list my friend 😂
No turkey for u
Mr ruggiano,non e stato mai chiarito che Joey merlino abbia sparato a Niki scarfo jr...non e mai stato giudicato neanche....
Another great show! How does Anthony not have 500 000 subs! This guy is an Encyclopaedia of mob knowledge!
It’s a niche genre
Joey also said on a video Fat Andy was a good guy. Another multi murderer. Which is consistent with comments regarding Nikki Scarfo. Anthony has said in the past if his Father was alive he would have never cooperated. This is Merlino’s point. A man doesn’t rat on his friends. If he does he is not a good guy. If he keeps his mouth shut and does his time like a man he is a good guy. Very simple to understand.
It's comical that these people say thers no surveillance pictures. There's probably tens of thousands of pictures and I'd guess that barely 10% of them have been made public.
Oh there is there’s just none with this guy in them with Sr
Good stuff
Anthony- We ALL know who Merlino is, and what he’s done.
He’s never going to admit to anything, and that’s ok.
He’s not fooling anyone
Being part of the mafia is denying that the mafia exists !!
Can you dedicate an episode on Mr. Dellacroce?
Nicky Scarfo Sr was very fond of Joey Merlino when Joey was a young man. And before Nicky Sr went to prison for the last time, Joey Merlino was fond of Nicky Sr. Joey probably does think Nicky Sr was a good guy.
No us as audiences aren't fooled or do we feel our intelligence is insulted. We know what Joey is. Hes a gangster an in Anthony's own words about Gotti. Same goes for Joey he dont give a fuck about the cops, FBI, news, & haters. Hes a solid Cosa Nostra man. An that's what you expect from him. Not to divulge information or incriminate himself or anyone. He took everyone of his cases all the way. Do or die! Either he going in for LIFE or hes gonna get acquitted. So regardless of getting any info out of him or not. You would be the fool if you thought he was gonna give you anything.
Cool story bro
You know who won't get views or make money on YT? A mafioso who doesn't tell stories about the mob
💯💯💯 and they hate that
Do you knew Dominic Montiglio from Nino Gagi crew?
Scarf was shot in 89! Stanfa war 93-94’
If Joey is the boss then why is he on UA-cam. You all just make Joey more popular
Where did all this mob drama come from? It’s really quite interesting. It’s like getting hit in the back of the head with a flying Hockey puck at a pro game. No one sees it coming.
I need a Fat Andy mug. Forgot my flask at work tonight so it's meant to be :)
Top notch
Keep up the great content Anthony, I believe Nicky Scarfo Sr took down Chuckie Merlino down due to his alcoholism
I like Joey's broadcasts: he can tell a great story, tho he rarely does; he has a wit and style all his own; and he has the voice.
But he went really punk here: I only want to talk about "rats" and call out others, but talking about me and what I have or have had going is verboten.
Joey, we're working people looking for entertainment: we don't give a shit if one guy running around shooting people in the head turned in another guy shooting people in the head -and then pick sides like sports teams or something: we're just looking for the storyline, and whoever tells it well is the one listened to.
That's the way I see it as well.
All the gangster-tube people are at least a little entertaining.
If You robbed, bullied, sold tail, ran gableing scams, intimidated through fear, shook down honest businesses, and murdered
I don't really think it takes away from one's character if they also tataltailed too!
But I get that Joey is way more authentic in being the real deal.
He didn't fold under pressure.
So He is 100 times more entertaining because He is really that picture in the dictionary of an actual gangster.
I don't think less of the squeelers, I was never a gangster myself.
A good story is still a good story whether it's true or not.
But if you gauge authenticity Joey gets top prize.
Little like the only guy who didn't fall off the trapeze having a youtube channel when 20 who did all have channels too.
Their stories are still good, just not nearly as good as the one who didn't slip.
Ant. Its scarfo, not scarfa, and changalini, not chickalini😂
This is some cope. Joey isn’t going to say anything bad about Nicki Scarfo it’s in line with everything he’s done online. Scarfo wasn’t a rat, he’s not going to go in there and say he’s a crazy murderer. He mockingly said he’s a great guy.
Joey was the best guest on Vlad in years! Bro, what did you expect him to say? Yea I’m the Boss of Philly mob and I killed guys? Come on.
Merlino brings nothing but negativity to UA-cam and he's the biggest hypocrite in the mob genre ! Merlino should just say he's a low life liar !
Sour grapes , looks like your feelings were hurt, and it's Scarfo , not Scarfa , and Merlino, not Merlina
I don’t think he insulted anyone’s intelligence…. I’m sure he knows the feds are watching his every move because in reality he probably should be in prison for life ….. my take is that although a lot of people have been interested in the stories you and other have told and the life in general. You guys probably were doing really good as far as views for your content …. N when most of us have who learned about the mob coming up and the rules and especially no 🐀🐀. You and the the others have your reasons for cooperating and that is for you guys to bear that burden of your own integrity and moral compass…. Mr Merlino stood on his principles and took whatever the government threw at him …. He single handily destroyed all of the government informants … it’s chess not checkers…. Although you are 🐀🐀🐀🐀 I wish you well sir
Hey Anthony!
Nobody believes a word Joey says anyways, everyone know he is full of shit.
If he ever starts telling the truth, thats when he will be interesting to listen to.
But i dont think that will ever happen so he is nothing to see.
Watch the interviews and come back when you are done. He dont know nothing about nothing, as he says himself.@@philanastasijr
If he told the truth he'd be in federal lock up the rest of his life 😂.
@@philanastasijr lmao exactly
Thank you for providing us with the truth 😊 . I watched the 5 min. On Vlad and this is a perfect example of what a good podcast is and one were it's lies and bull$hit wich you can see right thrugh. 😅 Anthony you Rock. See you on Reformed Gangsters. This is worth spending a few bucks on. But I would never be so stupid and join a Merlino membership, not even a quarter. But this is what it's all about for me. Trying to make a difference. Loved your answars too the nurse. You are so correct about the importance of being medicated right. And of cause as you said, the first step admitting to one self that the problem is real and that you're an addict. ❤❤ Can't stop when you get me started 😂 Take care Brother. Keep coming back right ;-)
It's not about lies and bul,lshi#$t
If he was to be honest they would Lock him and most of the Philly family up on Rico charges probably for life..
Rico law
Past crime
Present crime
Prove both and life in prison
Felt a lotta things during the clips but never felt insulted, I was probably smiling the whole time. Like the song says it wasn't me.
What should he say?
He shouldn’t be on 🙈🙉🙊
If he's not going to tell mob stories, then why is he putting himself out there?
To bore us?
@@thedude4672 $$$$$
@@thedude4672If vlad walked up to you and offered you $50,000 for an interview would you take it??... you think Joey gives a crap what people think😂😂😂
@@thedude4672 He’s keeping his mouth shut about mob dealings. All these rats should take notes. He talks sports, his legal cases, the fucked up justice system and the rats. That’s his whole point of being online.
great video there have great weekened there see you hopefully on sammy monday live for his bday big party there 79 now hahaha
Vlad is a very good business guy. He was very smart in getting Joey Melina on his show.
To be fair there really isn’t much he could talk about. Well not about what everyone whats to know. He comes across like John Gotti, as in he loves the limelight. He also has a bit of character about him too. Not the charm of John Gotti or the class neither, but none the less to me as someone that’s on the outside looking in, I can see some similarities. It’ll be interesting to hear if you agree Anthony or not?
Also if John was still around do you think he would be on UA-cam? I imagine he would love it, but I’ve also heard that he didn’t like talking on camera because of his thick accent?
Great show as always, Anthony! I don't take sides in this genre, I enjoy watching everyone's videos. Keep the great content coming. ✌️
HEY ANTHONY IS GENE YOUR COUSIN IS HE KIN TO BORELLO GUYS IN ROY DEMEO CREW
30k subs gettin it up your my favorite wiseguy on youtube 2 i sammy
I thought the last name was Scarfo
Mr. Ruggiano, love your content. Would love to know what Vlad pays for an interview. I wouldn’t expect you to disclose it, but just curious
Vic amusso sent a message to Joey from jail and Joey sent one back saying if any luchesse guys come to Philly they are going back in body bags. Joey is a boss
Anthony can you elaborate on the couple that was robbing the mob and how that started and ended if you don't mind, I know you're a busy man! Thanks
This jealousy of Joey is insane. You guy don’t even hide it well.
Nonsense. There's nothing to be jealous about.
@@thedude4672 really? Then why even talk about him? If you’re a real gangster, you don’t gossip about others. If you’re a rat that’s embarrassed that Joey never bowed down. Went to trial every time, beat murder wraps, served nearly 20 years and still doesn’t rat. He won’t even talk about those that tried killing him. He simply doesn’t rat and that infuriates these guys. Which is fine, but at least try to hide it. Weak.
@@thedude4672 but hey, keep kissing a junkies pinky ring. A guy that without his dad’s name, would’ve been nothing more than the common junkie on the streets. Never made, never a big deal. Only around guys and given odds and ends out of respect for Fat Andy.
Joey is a smart guy & he’s 💯% Omertà, he knows what to say & not what to say. Joey is just doing the interview for the 💵💵💵💵, that’s what it’s all about for Joey.
Your father worked at a dry cleaners. Merlinos father was a mechanic. Do you know what "Joey did for a living?" Thanks
most if not just about every mobster podcast, the guests go into detail about everything they every did. so Joey, not giving up any info for the most part, these podcast dudes don't know how to react. years ago I got booked & the cops wanted info about some neighborhood shit, they were so sure I was gonna tell they would have bet on it. when I told them FOH they looked shocked, shocked that I wouldn't talk. so talking, cooperating, ratting, whatever you wanna call it, is accepted, and worse expected nowadays. so Joey not saying anything is a shock to alot of these podcast dudes.
Merlin's interview with Vlad was boring AF.
If you're not going to tell stories about your mafia life, then why come on YT at all?
And if he cooperated, then that would be the only moral thing he's done in his life.
50,000 isnt a bad payday😂😂😂
Anthony,what's your take on the ongoing situation with Joey M's podcast?(Barney Bellomo wants him to remove his YT account).Secondly,allegedly,the Nose,has sent a hit team to Florida to clip Joey.
Those are all rumors and speculation
That was sum of the best , top notch A1 telling Anthony 💯 you the best bro ! I coulda swore Joey was never arrested or charged or even face to face witnessed in that shooting you spoke of with Scarfo jr 🤔 Sammy would be proud of u BRO 😎
His dig that you dug!
Y’all want that man to incriminate himself just so yall can turn around and make more content about how he’s a dumbass for putting himself on front street 😂😂😂
Clueless
Mr Ruggiano I like your stories because the are best in details and has experience from your father. And from the former mobster standpoint I understand your opinion. But to be honest and I respect you and the rest former mobsters but Joey is stand up guy and of course, he didn’t like that some rejected the life. I believe you that you would not cooperate if your father and T Lee lived then. But other former mobster is like Mr Merlino says „when the handcuffs came“ everybody looks at himself. Everybody would live the life on on on when RICO weren’t. Everybody!!! Mr Merlino is right in that discussion.
Joey is the best!
The best liar maybe
This guy is mad that Joey is Omertà and denying everything 😂
It’s called the pledge of Omertà forgiveness a reason but at the same time, what was the point of going on the interview? Seems like he just wanted attention and to be known more on social media.
Mr. Ruggiano, I don’t think he’s insulting our intelligence. Everyone knows what he was. It’s just obvious he wouldn’t say anything. Can’t expect him to admit to stuff, especially when I’m sure there’s stuff with which he can get in trouble.
Im suprised he said scarfo was a good man, he definitely wasn't at all
Joey is a normal guy
Lol 😂 “They’re making him do the perp walk, a legitimate business man!” - Tony Soprano
YOu're either being sarcastic or you think that it's normal to lie, cheat, steal, and murder
When and where in Tampa is the show ‘Goodfellas We Knew’?
Bro said Chaz Palmentari was no good cause he goes in podcast with rats , than he goes on the biggest informant based podcast
The whole interview is a waist. Joey won’t answer anything. You should have never said your father liked him.
I speak the truth that’s it
@@AnthonyRuggianoare you jealous of joey merlino because he never flipped and you did?
I would like to tell my story if you can afford to have me . I was the under boss of RamSquad and I have some amazing stories about Joey, sham Ali, JBM, Kaboni Savage, Charlie Mack, Wolf Puffys Guy, SPUT TYRIK, EVE, NELLY AND SO MANY MORE . PLEASE GIVE ME A RING I promise you a few million views after I tell what I know
Hey antony did u know gaspipe casso?
It must be frustrating to you knowing the truth of the matter. Those of us on the outside who have no clue will scarf it up. Typically outsiders only listen to one side and take it to the bank without knowing there are others like yourself who have 1st hand knowledge of what actually happened. Its kind of like the NWA movie (which I refuse to watch). Everyone who had 1st hand knowledge that was interviewed say the movie was not accurate. But those who don't know any better will take that garbage as gospel.
I personally think by Joey going on these shows and putting himself out there the FBI is gonna fuck with him.He beat them in court a bunch of times and the feds don’t like having egg on their faces
Was Larry Lawton around John Gotti and/or you guys?
Mikey scars said he never heard of Larry lawton and he was with the gotti family for around 20 years
Absolutely not.
Lawton never said.he was around gotti.
Anthony, I love you and your Podcast but it is funny how on the Netflix show, you said "and I called my Captain." Aren't you supposed to be a Made guy to have a Captain? Just asking. Keep up the good work buddy... You should have gotten your button anyways in my opinion buddy.
Thank you I Did a video addressing this. Hollywood editing but I was not made only proposed to be