Ex-Mob Boss Controls My Life For 24 Hours…

[@JesseJamesWest]

When he said that at the end… wow. ROAD TO 5 MILLION! SUB!

[@125w1ppa]

I love u Jesse

[@JMToronto]

When he said stay relentless. That was the best . Cherry on top. Stay relentless from Toronto

[@JZ-xu3vg]

love how you produce whatever you want, and I love it no matter what!

[@paweljankiewicz1383]

What about 4 MILLION you want to skip this?

[@Clix690]

Bro, you should start looking at the 10 mil plaque

[@funhouse9566]

Only in 2024 would you see an ex high profile mobster doing a KZbin collaboration with a fitness influencer

[@edmundobaca3498]

🤩

[@Ronopoly-s6h]

Yeah like would see Gotti doing this ?, Although mike is from the 1970's there's not to many other guys like him around.

[@Ronopoly-s6h]

If you don't think Mike did this just to advertise his 🍷 wine that you are stupid?!!!! He knows that these Jessie James out here have millions of followers and that was free advertising !!!!!!!!!!! Bottle line !!!

[@James_Edward59]

@@Ronopoly-s6hMike is an OG, that man was on top of the world at one point without all the stress of a boss or underboss but he still had power and pull like one.

[@andrespena2382]

hahhahahahaha yes indeed

[@illizizon9569]

Michael has one hell of charisma. He should be an actor.

[@sharp2hot]

Im pretty sure he actually had some small roles in some movies

[@Sullyvanvandi]

he run a studio

[@jupitermars861]

😂

[@user-qy2wf2lt6v]

In a way ... He is.

[@dmaxi3816]

Too bad he had to spend so many of his youthful years in prison, he would have had a great career.

[@kingcannabino]

Michael: “would you ever kill somebody?” Jessie: “for the family” 😂

[@shipson]

well it is true but not said correctly... I believe everyone would most likely kill someone for their kids if they really have to, if someone is threating their live he is most likely to die

[@kingcannabino]

@@shipson yeah jessie was making the stereotype joke though lol obviously someone’s goes after your family you got to take action.

[@kiaratheexplorer4]

What did they want to hear?

[@kingcannabino]

@@kiaratheexplorer4 omertà

[@user-galactic-nimrod-1]

​@@kiaratheexplorer4 I just finished another video of Franzese earlier, the right answer is: "Under the right circumstances, I think I could"

[@James_Edward59]

Michael Franzese was the real deal, that man was on top of the world at one point without all the stress of a Boss or Underboss but he still had power and pull like one.

[@StanBunn-n8j]

He’s rat !

[@StanBunn-n8j]

He’s rat ! 🐀 that’s why he not in prison!

[@47-00]

@@EthanTheGreat_ Yes he was

[@socat9311]

We idolize such people and ignore those that really help this world forward

[@dontpanic1992]

@@socat9311no one cares move around

[@WrongFACT]

“Put him in the bathroom” 😂 the craps scene from a brox tale. Golden 👌🏽

[@vincentparlante6274]

Yep

[@hernandez1590_]

*Bronx

[@CRxZYTxNY]

That's not the same set, is it?

[@jdm1671]

@@CRxZYTxNYit is

[@Hkighlath]

After Jesse was shoved in the bathroom for the second time, the out of the blue "Stay relentless" had me dying for some reason. Awesome video!

[@linfordrenno7651]

Same 😂😂😂😂

[@brittanyjackson1718]

Put "coffee cake" in the bathroom im trying to shoot dice here!

[@babykuttthroat3410]

@@brittanyjackson1718😂👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼KLASSIC!!!!

[@RandallMayne]

Asking the retired mob if they ever shot or killed anyone . Is a no no my friend 😂

[@JR.4740]

Than goes missing few hours later

[@RandallMayne]

@@JR.4740 he didn’t go missing he went uh “swimming with the fish’s”

[@Silencer796]

@@RandallMayneyeah

[@CCgivemeawedgy]

@@RandallMayne With a pair of cement boots 🥾🌊

[@honor9lite1337]

😮😅​@@RandallMayne

[@itsnike15]

Michael got hella nostalgic doing all these scenes. Must really of missed the feeling of it for a moment

[@arcanewondersfann1567]

100% but Jesse looks like first guy to snitch in detective movies you gotta admit that

[@petalblossom96]

​@@arcanewondersfann1567For real 😂😂

[@TheMassweapon]

michael , stepping back into his mafia role, is a scary man.

[@vxhwpwpekfjfldod3761]

"Put him in the bathroom"😂 that's one of Michael's favourite scenes from The Bronx Tale

[@messii648]

Michael is popping off in KZbin right now I’m happy for him he is very wise we need more people like him in this platform 🙏

[@kylezdancewicz7346]

More mobsters?

[@messii648]

@@RandomUserYTisFailing yea we love the mafiso🤣

[@IonizedComa]

@@RandomUserYTisFailing I mean people idolized robin hood, same thing. Most of the dirtyness happened from infighting, some neighbourhoods were safer with the italian mob, exact opposite of today's gangs which make it 100x worst

[@al4n534]

​@Royay Aww look at you, you probably think the govt are sane and honest hard working people 🤣🤣

[@Anakin-Skywalker.]

You could say he’s a “Wise Guy”

[@Jli777]

I love Michale's story, made man to teaching about why a life of crime will destroy you, to now operating a wine business and being an author while still spreading his message. He has a great channel himself too

[@bolanos1537]

It's so impressive that this guy has accomplished what he did, he has trained with celebrities, became member of lot's of clubs, won a bb comp. , WENT TO FREAKING JAIL and now he's training with the actual mob. I dunno what he deserves but it's big REAL big. And mad respect for the insane effort you put in order to entertain, and influence in us, You are even the reason why i've started my physycal change. You are nothing less than the GOAT

[@JesseJamesWest]

You are the true inspiration bro! Keep pushing and keep bettering yourself

[@zmb5501]

If he said it it must be true. The Wiseman has spoken.

[@raskolnjikov1]

Wildest thing is you and others thinking any of that is anything but staged and fake😂😂😂

[@zmb5501]

@@raskolnjikov1 oh I know it's fake.

[@bolanos1537]

@@raskolnjikov1 that honestly hurts my feelings 😭

[@CopperQuack]

I was border line diabetic 5 foot 2 and 290 at 12 years two years later I got down to 145 because of jesses guides I am now 200 pounds 17 years old and using his supplements,always getting stronger,and staying relentless

[@eddiebear34]

Dont tell me... he saved your life? Such a generic comment on KZbin these days when fans want attention from their hero youtuber. You really needed someone on KZbin to explain that unhealthy eating and not keeping fit is bad for you?

[@daddyvro9461]

@@eddiebear34bro 😭 gah damn relax. Your mindset is def hurting u

[@aaronbaptist1563]

Damn! 5’2 and 290 😮

[@hasoonnine]

5ft 2 and 200lbs? And that's healthy? Yeah right​@@daddyvro9461

[@JunoJuno_Official]

Eddie get a life, you're 45 years old and still judging little kids, you had no father and no inspiration? Keep that to yourself ​@@eddiebear34

[@shonikacorey7435]

Every like this comment gets I'll do 1 push up

[@theredhex7671]

No one cares

[@JesseJamesWest]

do it

[@shonikacorey7435]

@@JesseJamesWest i got chu Jesse

[@nonenot924]

1 more

[@shonikacorey7435]

@@nonenot924 got chu

[@EmperorWelkin]

Michael: Omerta, an oath of silence! Also Michael: Countless hours of internet content.

[@stayhungry1503]

to be fair though he only talks about stuff that is already well known, or stuff that doesnt incriminate anyone.

[@MiataManDan]

He broke his oath he talks about it but he was smart he got out and he’s still alive a lot of mob guys ended up in a ditch or in jail

[@tobe1207]

He admits that he had broken his oath. He didn't rat,but did break oath. And he has faced up to all of it. At the same time, everyone else also broke that oath and the mafia is common knowledge, and he hasn't ever incriminated anyone He believes that the time in the life was wrong.

[@abhivideos101]

The irony of Micheal explaining the oath of Omertà 😂😂

[@ianmoone6562]

He's not posing tho, he makes it very clear that he broke the code.

[@vdoc2760]

I thought the same thing too. But he is no longer in the lifestyle.

[@killshark234]

@@vdoc2760another thing is, with internet and whatnot the oath is out there lol. It’s unavoidable. him saying it isn’t gonna do anything

[@rsn9394]

I like how the other big guys try hard to control their laughter Haha! Love this video!

[@mosesvanlalhruaizela6257]

It’s nice seeing how far you have come Jesse, keep it up💪🏻

[@alexkumar-p1l]

🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:00 💼 *Spending 24 hours with ex-mob boss Michael Frances for a taste of mafia life.* 01:41 💬 *Michael Frances shares insights into real mob life as a former member.* 03:01 🤐 *"Omerta" is crucial in the mafia, stressing secrecy and discretion.* 05:31 🤝 *Mafia sitdowns require resolving disputes respectfully and silently.* 09:28 🃏 *Poker reflects life, demanding a strategic and composed approach, vital in mafia dealings.* 10:24 👨‍👦 *Michael joined the mafia to aid his imprisoned father.* 11:05 😶 *Keeping a poker face is pivotal in mafia interactions.* Made with HARPA AI

[@ViceAdmiralVasiliArkhipov]

After prison edit He was released on November 7, 1994, retiring from the mob in 1995 by moving to California with his wife and children; the relocation was also a result of receiving multiple death threats and contracts on his life, including one approved by his father.Since his release in 1994, Franzese has publicly renounced and denounced the life of organized crime, stating "I never glamorize my mob life. It's an evil life".

[@MissesWitch]

"poker is all about skill " "I don't know how this guy beat me, He's never played before, Must be beginners luck!" Love it!

[@whodatcall]

"How much u bench?" "4 plates" gangsta AZ response

[@DrewM-sp7go]

I’m glad I got to see Michael Franceze speak at my church before, many years ago. He’s a great guy

[@tylerjones526]

Gotta be one of my favorites from you Jesse I love big Joes "stay relentless" in the outro

[@breakbad9753]

0:10 at first I thought he said “he then became a woman” 😂😂

[@129stacey]

Me too!!!

[@MrNorth69]

​@@129stacey😂😂😂

[@victoriajones8747]

Me too lolll

[@dcenthusiast]

My favorite video on your channel to date. I've been watching since the end of 2019. The Godfather vibes and your humor mixed with the mob history were great. Keep up the unique content!

[@miguelcouceiro6717]

Awesome! Probably my favorite of all your videos Jesse! Congratz on your success, you truly deserve it! Love and Light from Portugal

[@mrpurk3085]

I give Jesses chances to survive in that life.... slim to none... and that's being generous.

[@questionmark1152]

Not locked in the bathroom like Eddie Mush!!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Seb_theleb]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@S_Green47]

Jesse is want to say thanks for the inspiration im 14 and im short compared to everyone else and im self concious about my chunkiness but your videos push me to be better i recently hit 100 on bench press thank you 🙏

[@jjsattdaddy5212]

Very nice job having your persecutor saying your catch phrase that was gold, and your on to something w that

[@ifarhan826]

"Michael said 2, you did 3." Pure loyalty.

[@KZ-sg4es]

The second Big Joe Gambino walked out I exploded in laughter 😭😭

[@Festivex1]

This is my first time watching a video from this channel, and it was like a really fit jester among spartans/knights and a general from my point of view haha

[@manny5758]

Another banger from the G.O.A.T.

[@JesseJamesWest]

I appreciate you man

[@os7349]

He was talkin about Franzese.

[@EquilibriumHealth-hh8ot]

Nerd😂

[@StunSM69]

“What are you looking at” that at the beginning got me 😂

[@jonatanstang5675]

just Finished a hard leg session, as well as 1 hour of low intensity cardio, perfect timing!

[@JesseJamesWest]

lets gooo! how was your workout

[@FancyRatMP]

@@JesseJamesWestdamn no reply

[@R88xCBR]

Micheal is an unbelievably smart man. You're a lucky man Jesse to be able to be in his company

[@benjoyce6247]

Jesse you constantly motivate me when going to the gym! I've looked up to you for more than a year and only started going to the gym 7 months ago! Thank you for everything you do! I hope to meet you in person one day!!

[@real.hamzaadams]

11:40 he did the hand thing🤣🤣🤣 the “stereotype” Man U gotta love the Italians

[@dsizzle3883]

That stay relentless at the end went hard 🔥

[@NathanFernandez-n5i]

A literal cameraman walks in and he is like, 'Are ya wearin' a mike'?

[@shaunattwoodOFFICIAL]

great video, Michael is an absolute gentleman, can't wait to see him In London on his UK tour

[@jennifersevilla7603]

The way he remembered everything that he did when Jessie asked him that question at the end was crazy

[@BananaDover]

Big joe looks like he is from Transylvania 💀💀💀

[@tylerjones526]

4:30 "Its a stereotype we dont talk with our hands" 11:41 *talks with his hands

[@millechemins8436]

hahha nice caught

[@Greaseball_gamer]

🙄.

[@rageveer1865]

hahaha

[@RaVeJB]

When you was wrapped up in the rug i was expecting you 2 sing "its a whole new world" 😂😂😂

[@yuratripwire1001]

I just love how Micheal and everyone else agreed to play along with the part 😂

[@tonezic]

You can just see how much effort he puts into these! Jesse is absolutely the GOAT.

[@Andidass]

Hahaha, your videos never seize to impress. You evolve so fast, I wonder what you will do next !

[@Andidass]

But, you can also just keep it casual like in the past, we will be watching because what makes your videos so special is your personality !

[@evilwolf5818]

Cilian Murphy playing Michael Franzese would be awesome maaaann....

[@TheMarksman0415]

I mean that would be sick since Franzese's whole life is like a movie. That would be like an Oscar guaranteed.

[@SteveInQLD007]

Michaels life is so fascinating and I love watching all his videos...The more I know, the more I respect him!

[@Ronnie28067]

Lmao, this is like a parody mob movie 😂

[@VeritaForYou]

It was a perfect video, a really cool one with lots of humor, Loved Micheal

[@asandamashibini8022]

Hello jess love from all the way in South Africa 🇿🇦

[@kingstongardypie]

When I first saw this I went like “ these guys are really vicious and kinda great” but at the same time they were like aggressive against you, so really impressive video bro

[@woody1232]

Let’s goo -been waiting for this

[@JesseJamesWest]

One of my favorite videos

[@syahminorizan8064]

Michael Franzese really gave Jesse James an offer he can't refuse

[@jimjack6452]

LEGEND HAS IT JESSE IS STILL IN THAT BATHROOM

[@FREDERIKBK-q2m]

you just randomly popped up in the michael franzese videos i was watching and you have the energy and maturity of a 12 year old in this video i don't know if you are trying to be friendly or putting on an act but it is a change of pace from michael franzese talking about scar face and donnie brasco etc it is entertaining and reminds me of content on youtube from like a decade ago where they do some random thing or do a video with an expert or some of the stuff i have seen on the used to be about history channel

[@Clix690]

Great video as always

[@JesseJamesWest]

thank u man!

[@myrealitymedia]

Omg this was great man. Great topic, great cinematography, great humor, loved the interviewing style.

[@johanncedeno6565]

Two of my favorite people in KZbin in one video my life is complete

[@mistastealyabooks5422]

KZbin is great cause I get to see Jesse play poker with crime boss families while on a boat

[@geoffreydufty9459]

Loving the “training with…” series Jesse!!!

[@Goldenemeritusv]

Amazing video, thank you Jesse!

[@saintrobb]

Train Muay Thai in Thailand next, Jesse! Would be cool if you fight too.

[@Bocephus_92]

The “put him in the bathroom” part killed me. 😂 great movie scene. Hopefully everyone knows what I’m talking about.

[@CLSGL]

On its face, some of these commands seem really dumb, but they actually have a really strong lesson. Doing three reps instead of 2 shows he can’t follow directions exactly how the boss tells him, that could have a deadly impact in the life. Michael saying he talks a lot could mean he talks a little “too” much. Am I over analyzing? Of course I am. But it is pretty interesting.

[@Ooooooooooi878]

It is interesting. the little things says alot about someone

[@thisisyes3973]

7:31 when your customizable character is in the cutscene

[@conniecoombs4025]

😂

[@tanishqdodeja]

Amazing content man.

[@JesseJamesWest]

I appreciate you man

[@abyssusnox]

10:40 Love this. Actually very true, poker does relate a lot about the philosophy of life

[@samgiler1801]

ending was awesome! STAY RELENTLESS.

[@jordanlyons8453]

Ah man this was awesome. Was like watching Tony, Paulie, Chrissy & Sil in the Sopranos.

[@milosvojinovic4147]

11:40, Next day, Jesse goes in the witness protection program!😂

[@methodtraining]

Jesse broke out his formal dining tank top for the occasion. Class!

[@LukeThrows]

You should do another Powerlifting meet while you on the bulk but no training.

[@JesseJamesWest]

that would be interesting

[@grimmlight4541]

Michael having a moment of being back in it and enjoying it.

[@mha7953]

I swear I was waiting for you

[@BlessedRai777]

Same brother 🎉

[@JesseJamesWest]

LFG

[@mha7953]

@@JesseJamesWest finally you remember to reply me ❤️# single moms

[@Ju-jt8gc]

I don't know if it's me, but during the poker game, the light coming from the lamp focuses so well on Michael's eyes, makes his story more appealing.

[@Ctj_458]

0:13 did he say became a women?

[@Jsemma]

“then came a woman”

[@Ziggyvu]

“Then came a women” they take everything from you then expect you be happy about it 😂

[@Ctj_458]

@@Ziggyvu oh

[@aurorabarbootle]

That's what I heard also 🤣

[@itsmedait1]

the collar...the coolllaaaar... THE COOOLLLLAAAAAAARRRRRRRRR

[@mtnxminibughathefunboy718]

OMGGG my stepfather is there!!!! Joseph Bonanno ❤❤❤

[@anthonyluna91]

Yo this was hilarious, I love The Godfather/sopranos vibe this video gave off. Excellent work haha!

[@modern.performer]

The collab I knew I wanted.

[@trichsert206]

Michael Franzese must be the most handsome and well preserved 72yo I’ve ever witnessed

[@therapyzone1930]

Hey Jesse great videos man keep going. Wish we could see more of Claudia

[@JesseJamesWest]

Thanks so much!

[@ariunaam3599]

Michael has such a great way of talking no single loose word.

[@allvalleyy]

9:02 best part 😂😂😂 lmao

[@jaymcbakerk]

Ahahaha yeah the mafia were just a bunch of cuddly gym bros 😂

[@denaamisdaaf]

you are just so entertaining and deserving of 5, hell of even 10 mil subs

[@TRIPYXmusic]

Michael Franzese for KZbin Hall of Fame first class

[@ihebghazouani6033]

and this is next lvl bro GG

[@SavedSnake]

This truly puts a light on how the young are so weak (character) and oblivious (reality).

[@CannibalShadow]

Never expected this lol 🔥

[@JesseJamesWest]

lets goo

[@kk100000000000000000]

I was introduced to Jesse through the Walsh's and had already been watching Michael for years... was not expecting this collab at all 😂

[@markosteszta231]

loved every minute

[@JAYFLOPROBEATS]

Crazy funny to see them re-enact playfully what they would've "allegedly" done to a person who wanted in the family lol