Mafia Bookmaker interview-Chris Colombo

Soft White Underbelly interview and portrait of Chris Colombo, the son of Joseph Colombo of the Colombo crime family, a mafia bookie in Putnam County, New York.
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[@b-d3vil16]

Wise words from a wise man, “forget the experience remember the lesson”is such a powerful statement I’ll be sure to hold onto that one.

[@jaklair]

[@ChevieBabySalvatore]

I’m living that reality as we Speak that’s some of the realest stuff I’ve ever heard…. If u take anything from a situation let it be the lesson you learned from it most definitely 💯

[@aaronbrutus2654]

I wish it were that easy.

[@tinasedano2375]

@@ChevieBabySalvatore y

[@tinasedano2375]

@@ChevieBabySalvatore y

[@Gram72534]

Chris is super old school! No matter how many times you ask him about the mafia he will always deny it!!!

[@comeonmaaan4288]

"You never admit to the existence of this thing."

[@LegBreakMMA]

He just a solid one and ain't no rat 💯 loose lips sink ships OMERTA

[@grl9917]

“Old school” is so overused

[@Gram72534]

@@grl9917 so is your mother!!!

[@jddyea5527]

Beans!!! With the soft G and the hard G, what mafia?! its about the beans you mooook

[@BenTheMan667]

“Any bum can take a life, a king will save one”. Wow!!!

[@AI3Dorinte]

when you split the world into bums and kings you get quotes like that

[@brazilianwaxer]

That's the problem they r having on federal hill little Italy Providence Rhode Island. Some rich kid in a Drop top Bentley was stuck up and shot in the ass and they robbed his Rolex and tons of money the Providence police r still investigating it. And the Santander Bank on At Wells avenue has an inside job and ex employee with codes to vault showed up with some goons with a tow away luggage and grabbed close to $500,000. They caught up to the people in East Providence in a hotel and recovered only $14,000 I believe which the corrupt cops probably grabbed the rest and put it in your pocket and lied if u want some real action move to at Wells avenue Providence Rhode Island we have the best restaurants in the country right now.

[@lsb2623]

...said the murderer...

[@Fano316]

@@lsb2623lol true

[@Agdem_]

@@lsb2623 It's like you didn't watch the interview at all. There wasn't violence in bookmaking... lol

[@louisgrillo8276]

I was locked up with Chris, and let me tell you, he doesn't disappoint! What a funny and i mean funny guy. He's definitely one of a kind. I wish him all the best!

[@Doncapria]

I wrote a book with Chris's older brother Anthony Colombo - one of the realest men I've met. We wrote his father Joe Colombo's life story and outlined the entire assassination attempt - their family legacy is fascinating. .

[@E.C.2]

Talks too fast and low, difficult to understand him.

[@andrewmassino5536]

funny? funny how?, what is he? a clown? does he amuse you?

[@alexhalsell1991]

@@E.C.2 he may speak a bit differently but it isn't incoherent.

[@lucgh2007]

​@@andrewmassino5536You won me 😂, I was going to comment that.

[@brunolima7402]

Charismatic and captivating. Hope you can get Chris back for more stories. Thanks for the video.

[@janetwentz3259]

He definitely is both, I agree!

[@Sleepparalysisdemon2]

I loved listening to this guy. Please have him back. ❤️ Keep doing you Mark, you’re doing such a great job.

[@mattsweeny3957]

The word Chris was looking for was PATRIARCH...Matt NYC

[@mattsweeny3957]

Fantastic all around. Matt NYC

[@lindsaycargill2032]

The work mark is doing is amazing 👏 happy to say I'm alive while it is happening an absolute proud to be part of it. Keep doing the damn thing

[@jdaddyaz]

Loved this one. What an intelligent and knowledgeable man. Wish this segment was much longer. Thank you Mr. Chris Colombo for all the lessons.

[@a.leehilliard4716]

Every time i check in, i think i have heard the best story yet...but this one is unreal. I love this story. This man is the GOAT.

[@bvclem1960]

Mark - his life lesson - "Forget the experience, remember the lesson." Great lesson for us all!! Your guests have some amazing wisdom and advise.

[@SnapsCFB]

One day, there won’t be men like this around anymore. I pray videos like this will keep them around far longer. We’re going to need them. Thank you for what you do Mark!

[@Doncapria]

facts. I wrote Chris' fathers life story with his oldest brother, Anthony. They dont make men like that anymore.

[@Greyrock88]

This man is a wizard. So wise. A wise guy in the best sense . His answer to what the biggest lesson in life was is the best I have heard on SWU. Old school strength of character. Loved the story about the history of the mafia in Sicily. Please have Chris back. I would love to hear more about his life and what happened when he saw God. Thank you Mark. You are doing incredible work.

[@dmcguire1442]

Chris's personality is so calm and likeable...love it. Great interview gentlemen. I appreciate you both.

[@colombobook]

agreed

[@asdsadasdsad9897]

You love a criminal that’s not even your family? What are you an idiot with no family?

[@TakingActionwithChrisColombo]

I appreciate the kind words.

[@xreediculousx]

Sure, until you owe money.

[@10use]

It's likely from years and years of good pasta sauce.

[@LinNBen]

Thank you Mark. Thank you Chris for sharing! Grew up in a Sicilian family…. It was fun listening and watching familiar mannerisms. Such a wonderful, interesting and intelligent gentleman. Love when Chris said…. “Forget the experience, remember the lesson.”

[@melodramua]

Linda Alvarez? Sicilian ?

[@roberta.k4213]

“What’s vice today is commerce tomorrow “. Great quote and so true.

[@incremental_failure]

Opiates come to mind.

[@roberta.k4213]

Gambling and marijuana are pretty Much legal everywhere now.

[@incremental_failure]

@@roberta.k4213 Marijuana is criminalised in most countries in the world. Gambling is still very illegal in the middle east.

[@b-d3vil16]

Old school respect and morals are damn near impossible to come by in todays world I don’t trust 90% of what ppl spew out of their mouths but I 100% believe every word this man says. Good people if you ask me.

[@intensepassion3382]

Wonder what standards are measuring their morals and respect

[@fletcher932]

Depends who's asking and what's in it for them. Would turn on a dime twice and squeal to the police before you blinked.

[@senorgringopapi2059]

Is this the McDonald’s dude?!?

[@backagain5216]

People like you have no moral compass. His father was a murderer that took many lives. Before you start, some were good people as well. And btw, you didn’t know him either.

[@Levelc]

Sounds like you have a crush. “Old School respect and morals” are what all these boomers claim to have. Yet, they’re the ones that effed up society.

[@PippiLong1]

Chris reminds me of so many people I knew. I would listen for hours and learned a lot. Yes, fascinating story. Compliments to you Mark.

[@colombobook]

NY Italian. Rich in culture.

[@michaelcruz928]

I used to play little baseball with so many Mafia kids family members in Brooklyn. Half my team had Mob last names. Had so much fun, and never had to pay for anything. It was awesome. Thanks Mr. Colombo.

[@gloriakorsgen134]

Amazing interview. I love this guy. He fascinated me. My dad owned a butcher shop in the Bronx and the furniture store next door use to take bets. Big part of my memories. Miss the days of the past and he brought back those memories in a good way.

[@DrinksJokesStorytelling]

Do you remember the name of the furniture store?

[@gloriakorsgen134]

@@DrinksJokesStorytelling Louie Ds Furniture

[@roland1912]

This guy has this infectious charm and charisma, immediately extraordinarily likeable, and I don't know anything about him.

[@shannon_w.]

Chris is an awesome man! I would love to sit down with him and listen to his stories. Thank you Mark! You hit it out of the park as always 😊

[@SafetyisFirst]

He's a criminal you dingbat.

[@maxwellndlovu4461]

He is really an amazing guy imagine how much more his father would've to be amazing. I love the Rolex he's wearing too.

[@imaz2616]

I admire how he has so much admiration for his father.

[@AustinD1993]

What a Breath of Fresh Air!🌬🍃 His words of Wisdom at the End were Pure Gold.🏅 Best guest that You've had on in Years!🥇

[@lucylucy1933]

This gives me so much hope. I lost my mom to cancer at age 9. Her brothers and sisters and all of my family doubt my intelligence and say “you don’t remember her I’m sure”, but I remember everything. I remember the texture of her hair, the smile and way she greeted people, her laugh, her hands, the way she rubbed my eyebrows to get me to sleep, the way she hugged me…. I have never forgotten her. She was larger than life. ♥️

[@MattHelmSA]

I knew my father for 30 years when he passed away and I can't remember much about him at all and he died in 2014

[@donnadavies4630]

Trust me when your 9 ...you remember ❤

[@robincook4349]

of course you would remember at 9

[@WalksandAll]

What an incredible human being. One of my favorite interviews ever. Spices reduce inflammation and stop heart attacks!

[@mcarrusa]

I wish this episode was two or three hours long. SO awesome. Thanks Mark, and Mr. Colombo!

[@mandydaly8940]

Bring him back Mark could listen to him all day, great interview 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@janiceg7661]

Great interview! Thank you, Chris! You gave me my Grandpa and Dad back for 45 minutes. Thank you, Mark.

[@Radiantribe]

Same...my father was old school New Yorker who passed in 2008

[@J_Alrighty]

This is a great video. You don't get much more genuine that this man. He is definitely a reflection of his father's best qualities, plus all of his own that make him unique. No sugar coating, no fantasy, glitz or glam. Just realness. And lessons for us all mixed in

[@Alpha-Mike-Foxtrot]

I'd like to sit next to this guy riding on a train across the country."When you don't know where your going any road will take you there." What a wise guy.

[@Doncapria]

I wrote a book about his father Joe Colombo with his oldest brother Anthony Colombo. Anthony was one of the most respectful and honorable humans I’ve met. I’m positive that was from his father. He was with his dad every day for years up until the shooting. A sad legacy for them all. Colombo - the Unsolved Murder.

[@mstyles2667]

this is awesome, thanks for sharing, what is the book called?

[@derrick8224]

Nice. Thanks for sharing this

[@asdsadasdsad9897]

You’re giving too much credit. They’re a criminal family that stole and strong armed innocent hard working people. Get off your high horse, your privilege is showing.

[@colombobook]

@@derrick8224 The trailer for the book and some tape from Anthony is on this page.

[@stephenkirk1024]

​@@mstyles2667my guess is "Colombo - The Unsolved Murder" but hey, I'm no detective 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@russellking9762]

Absolutely without a doubt one of the best 'sitdowns' ever...i've just been entertained amused schooled coached and mentored by this guy...Thank You!

[@tomdonahue4224]

Of all the guests I have seen on SWU, this is the one guy I'd love to sit down and have a beer with the most.

[@kimberlysmith3202]

Me to and I don’t drink beer 🍺 maybe a margarita ❤❤❤

[@ToddyPhilly]

You guys forgot about me😂😂😂.

[@kimberlysmith3202]

@@ToddyPhilly you invited 😂😂

[@ToddyPhilly]

@@kimberlysmith3202 lol Hope so.

[@ToddyPhilly]

@Broskisnowski Not convincing me .

[@bradythagoatt]

this guys father is the definition of a OG

[@a.leehilliard4716]

Yes

[@experimenthealthyketo83]

OG? Educate me please?

[@thedudegrowsfood284]

Original Gangster@@experimenthealthyketo83

[@James-re1yf]

Who would like to see Rebecca apply to be a mafia associate with his freaky yellow wig. I would love to watch that.

[@Bulldog22031]

@@experimenthealthyketo83 "original gangster" - generally meaning an old school gangster, ppl who were there when the system was was set up or getting started, who was there when the rules meant something, etc. etc.

[@beverlycowan6025]

I believe Chris could be the best teacher of life lessons, I could listen to him all day ,I hope he shares all his experiences ❤

[@Epf831]

This is an excelent interview. I cant believe there is millions of subscribers and only a few thousand likes. Great interview thank you🙏

[@sherryd.3425]

Nice interview. Great effort Chris and Mark. Thanks to both of you. I have learned so much.

[@brendanlewin7111]

Also, I forgot to mention Mark being the greatest interviewer there is out there and bringing us the best USA stories and people there are. Never a dull moment and always a class act. Thanks Mark!

[@mattalma]

This was TREMENDOUS! Nice work, absolutely brilliant. I really enjoyed this conversation, great questions and even better responses. Appreciate both of you. Cheers!

[@webisutton01]

This is by far one of the best interviews I have seen in a long time. Chris Colombo is a gifted narratore.

[@KojoKojuhov]

Mark, you are the man !!! Make this kind of people famous. Not some tik tokers….

[@Azucar_cane]

Mark, I come to see new videos every day! Great work, many thanks.

[@StellasMom]

What a incredible interview. Telling a story of times past. Would be incredible to sit down and have a conversation with Chris.

[@magovenor]

This was the most entertaining interview that I’ve ever listened to from this channel. What stood out to me was how he never allowed the interviewer to use the word mafia as a blanket reference to Italian people, and gave it the historic context that others weren’t able to do. Well done Mr. Columbo.

[@kimberlysmith3202]

Awesome 👏🏾 interview!!! He was very interesting!! Real OG!!! We don’t have many of those anymore 😢😢😢

[@JulianJ58]

Thanks for coming Chris, you're a good guy

[@vender_family]

LOVED this interview. So much old school wisdom... much needed right now.

[@vickibachman2578]

"Forget the experience, learn the lesson" Love it.

[@LoloO42]

Classy guy. I don't think he even swore once. Good for him. He seems like a lot of fun.

[@ernst2k]

This guy is awesome! I would really like to have him back on asap.

[@Eyeamsurreal]

Wow. I am in complete amazement. Wonderful interview. Thank you, Mr. Colombo!

[@Skp186]

Please bring Chris back for more. Refreshingly candid and interesting. Would love to hear more. Thank you Mark for all you bring to us ❤️

[@rosannavitale9922]

Wise words. It would be a most delightful pleasure to watch another interview with this person. Thank you.

[@shannonmoynihan8957]

This is my favorite video of yours. Just wonderful.

[@jasonashley4579]

Grew up in an Italian neighborhood in the River Quay, every business on every corner was owned by Italians/Sicilians, that was the safest I ever felt was when I lived in that neighborhood as a kid.

[@davidnowicki4024]

When I was growing up these were the normal people and thought about the freedom they had compared to my dad working in a sweatshop his whole life. I'm Polish and all the uncles in the neighborhood were Italians. Always welcomed me into their houses. But there was a clear line. They always helped us. To that - respect that has lasted a lifetime. I knew they had a zest for life when they were growing banana trees in New Jersey.

[@Eszz2384]

What a ballsy first question to ask. Mark is really good at building instant rapport with the people he interviews. I guarantee you if i asked that same question, the interview would have ended early.

[@susanseiler2071]

I love this channel. Lightyears ahead of others. This guy was an incredibly interesting character.

[@fendibabii2118]

Is he still alive?

[@treytaylor5953]

@@fendibabii2118 alive and well. + legends never die

[@fendibabii2118]

@@treytaylor5953 that's the truth

[@hki6mq]

How wonderful to hear someone speak about their father that way. I dont know if ive ever met anyone in my life who has so much respect and love for their father. Speaks volumes.

[@manifestationnation]

Mark not giving af dropping an F bomb in the first 15 seconds

[@DMUNROEROSS]

I know , crazy. Almost as he has a resentment against the mob or something 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Sleepparalysisdemon2]

@@DMUNROEROSSI don’t think so. Mark is just good at getting us in from the get go.

[@ddz1375]

​@@Olive7BranchIt's the way he sizes up and finesses the interviewee and primes the pump. Mark know how to work a mark.

[@michaelcampbell296]

This is LA Cosa Nostra hahaa

[@ddz1375]

@@Luna7-v1p He follows a planed script but usually his opening question and tone of voice feels out the interviewee.

[@justinmijnbuis]

The fascinating interviews just keep coming, what a fantastic channel this is.

[@jonvazquez5247]

Definitely one of best interviews for me true Gentleman 💪🏽💪🏽

[@joshuahosang6690]

Haven't watched any of ur videos lately but I've been recommending the channel to anyone who is interested in this kind of content

[@tbyrdbuuurd3277]

These guys are the best storytellers, I could listen to him all day. And while he was I am sure a scary guy back in the day, he truly looks like the sweetest guy. I would love to meet him!

[@bennyblanco6704]

I’m a 100 percent Italian and Proud ! Chris I listen to your words you speak it’s all very well said and I like how u speak with Wisdom and intelligence! Thank you 🙏🏻

[@bloatyheadrob]

We need more of this guy, love this shit

[@Sangria]

What's vice today is commerce tomorrow ~ Chris Colombo

[@HamiltonRb]

Isn't that the truth. Gambling, loan sharking, marijuana & even alcohol were all considered criminal at one time, punishable by prison, until the government thought they could make money off it, then it's legal.

[@mstyles2667]

My Nana was a bookie and the love of my life was the son of a mobster. Becoming a mobster was a BIG NO when it came to my boyfriend, in fact he has the complete opposite live. Only a few know that his luxurious adult life is funded and was sent up for him by his father's mob money cleaned through a few front businesses and eventually turned into a legal business he now runs.

[@SAHNHOVA]

We all know now

[@blaise6981]

Why you snitching

[@blaise6981]

@@SAHNHOVAshe out here leaving incriminating comments 😂

[@SAHNHOVA]

@@blaise6981 😂😂😂 the internet funny asl man

[@tmafungo84]

Why you imbecile? Why??😢

[@batchelderstreet]

That was a really interesting show, good job Chris and good job Mark. Thank you both for a very entertaining morning. The one flashback quote that will stick with me: “We ain’t here to cause no trouble, we’re just here to do the Super Bowl shuffle” -- the ‘85 Bears made that music video way before MTV took off, never forget Ditka and the Fridge. Awesome just awesome.

[@facemakerable]

Mark always nails the questions Bravo !

[@gsmith207]

Very intelligent man right here. I feel like I just learned a shit ton about life in about 43 min. This was awesome, thank you

[@mrsh_2329]

What a great guy, I could listen to his stories all day long.

[@stephanielogana8893]

Great interview once again Mark! Thank you

[@itsme7570]

What the government did to his family is horrible. I grew up right around the corner from them and they were GOOD people. My uncle's went to school with Chris and his brothers and they all said they were just regular kids

[@djmir84]

He reminds me of a guy in the neighborhood that use to give the kids advice. We never knew he was connected, because he was a gentleman. These are the best people to learn life lessons from. Great content 👏

[@5ringsaudits]

Great interview, thank you for telling the truth and excellent history lesson!

[@bradforddavis6497]

The power of simple honesty. Why is it so rare? No exaggeration. Every syllable carefully considered, measured. We listen mesmerized, in love with truth. A vital experience: Why is it so rare?

[@renéTheCoder]

This guy should definitely write a book and do the audio voice-over. Great episode!

[@pistidobre1872]

Great interview , please have him again some time , i’m sure lots of people are eager to see him again

[@KeenelandMuscle]

Appreciate all you do soft white underbelly?! Keep up the good work!

[@spookyduzit]

Its always interesting and never boring hearing hearing a wiseman speak

[@liveandlearn1624]

I’m only at 12 seconds and damn mark what an intro 🤣😂🤣

[@81ghale]

“Forget the experience, remember the lesson.” That’s some powerful shit.

[@petrospoulopoulos5387]

congrats mark for your endless work n flow!

[@AntGFromSD]

Wtf how did you get an actual Colombo…

[@Whatsthat421]

He talks about how brilliant and advanced his father was. I wonder if he knows he’s very similar. Hearing him talk about how he doesn’t have an identity that he just is who he is and how he likes to scuba dive bc it’s quiet and beautiful. It resonated with me a lot and this is someone who would most likely be painted as a monster little did we know he has a big heart and even in book making was showing as much love as possible as often as possible. What a last name to hold and I think he does it plenty of justice. I’m a young Italian and have always had a big regard for the guys but this was one of the realest for me. Not trying to be mister tough guy just talking about the life and spreading love these are the kind of guys cosa had in charge at the beginning but the big egos inevitably worked their way in and destructed it from the inside.

[@dalewhite5152]

wow ..this is unreal...I am a History major and this man took me to school on multiple levels!

[@catherineellison5822]

Well said! Forget the experience, remember the lesson!

[@beaver4777]

Thanks so much for this interveiw chris ur a champion reaĺly great to watch and i will watch it again and again and show others that have a open mind to history and gambling ❤

[@kathysamuels1465]

Chris is an inspiration. Please get him back on .#chriscolumbo Mark ❤

[@jcneverquits]

This episode was the reality check and breath of fresh air I needed! As a diehard gambler myself, I could talk to Chris for years! I don't bet on sports though, I bet on the daily numbers, and I've most likely won more times than anyone one I'll ever meet. I hit 50 times in 53 days, and 68 times in 80! His comment on separating the addictive personality from the game itself was just what I need to hear though, and really stay focused on. Because when you figure out the algorithm, and put up the numbers that I have, it becomes a real poison when I go more than 2 days without a win! The hocus pocus starts stirring and the image of true addiction begins to materialize.. I'm currently on 5 day losing streak, so you can imagine where my head has been lately, but the timing of this episode was perfect, and a great reality check! So whether I win or lose tonight, I'm gonna do my best to breath easy, stop beating myself up, and put more effort into the discipline aspect of the game! Thanks for sharing Mark. Not every episode is for everyone, but there IS an episode for everyone, and this one is mine!

[@TheGeenat]

These guys are so dangerously charismatic.

[@tomzadvydas1758]

There’s always a bit of romance to living the life of an outlaw

[@billdaker1120]

Mind blowing. Chris is a wealth of knowledge. Amazing!

[@bobbazoid909]

Im greatful to hear from the children of mobster. They give us a different point of view thats unique.

[@nicovgz1897]

I didn’t expect this interview to be so good 🙌

[@michellemarie08]

I could listen to this guy for hours!! !

[@Worldshero]

Love the videos hi from Japan 🇯🇵 please interview yakuza

[@Gram72534]

Hello from Denver Colorado, USA.

[@GhettoGarage518]

Goodmorning from New York, USA

[@James-re1yf]

Fort worth Texas

[@ddz1375]

Colombia Crossroads Pa

[@George-xu1ob]

Right down the street.

[@dtaylztheprofit]

Listening to his stories and his genuine and no bs nature Reminds me of my father and grandfather , had great sense of humor and there’s a direct no bs tone that just doesn’t exist, in that sense it seems anyway. My godfather, who was my dads childhood best friend , talked and Carried that old school way. When he passed it was like losing my father again . Serious men but men with big hearts and I miss This man is Careful about who he affects with his words , people’s legacies . He is truly one in a million especially from a world of serious men . He seems genuine in his heart and I enjoyed listening to him. Salute for the great interview!

[@lanctermann7261]

What an excellent interview!

[@KTtraintowin]

Wow, great interview! Congratulations to you both. Looking forward to Chris' podcast.