Michael Franzese: Carmine Persico Put a Hit on Me, I'd Be Dead if He Didn't Go to Prison (Part 23)

[@MrAdmvp]

He's a great guest because he always lets the interviewer finish his questions before speaking and answers everything respectfully no matter how stupid the question is

[@Username0029]

so true!!

[@Cobra-st9kg]

That’s very true. He is a Christian man now that’s why he is so different compared to other “reformed” guest.

[@Username0029]

@@Cobra-st9kg Exactly, thats the love and peace of Jesus Christ upon him

[@williamsmith8790]

And Vlad does ask some stupid questions.

[@BadBoiFX]

@Kyle Snyder shut up with your religious moronic non sense

[@theofromzero544]

I’m convinced that it’s his humility that’s keeping him alive.

[@KadoeG]

ONLY GOD I FEAR kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZini5Siir6gl9E

[@j1thegod]

I think it’s more sober mindedness than humility. When you’re so aware of your reality without being shook by it.

[@helldellw1943]

Facts

[@etherealcatholic5711]

Humility is one of the 7 cardinal virtues.

[@Rajiin]

ONLY GOD I FEAR it’s honor and code that keeps him alive

[@killaskrilla5320]

Vlad cut this interview up more times than that Kilo of Cocaine he got robbed for.

[@luismercado7773]

Killa Skrilla 😂

[@laylowbNetherlands]

Hahahhahahahaha

[@miyagishotme715]

Lol

[@18wheelsandabike98]

Facts!!!😁😁😁

[@kennethdonaldson16]

😂😂

[@O-Dini]

Mike would be a hell of a history professor!

[@KadoeG]

Omar Green kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZini5Siir6gl9E

[@chaoticwj1772]

Omar Green I’d be worried about going to detention… After school detention… Your best friend walks you into that room and you don’t walk out.

[@O-Dini]

Chaotic WJ Good point....

[@dj.deb.usa007justiceangels6]

Mikey

[@dj.deb.usa007justiceangels6]

Ok SNIPERS TAKING A HIT OUT ON YOU... FACE DEATH 😭😂💀🆘😂😭😂😭💀😂😂😂💀😭😂😂😭💀😢😈

[@NothingMaster]

Not to glorify his past life, but he is certainly an articulate and highly intelligent human being. He is also an eloquent speaker and a captivating storyteller.

[@jaymtl79]

If your gonna have crook run your country nights as well be this one and not the orange retarded 1.

[@Zer0Mood]

jaymtl79 You’re comparing a mob guy to president trump? Stay off the internet you moron.

[@royalzak2670]

The mob is like any other lucrative business. They only hire the best. Probably why Persico was upset when he left.

[@3dimensional314]

@@Zer0Mood trump had to go through da mob n do some pretty shady stuff to be where he is at today (like a lot of others but Thas not da point), dudes not totally wrong for dat comparison

[@stabbityjoe7588]

@@Zer0Mood you really think trump, as old as he is, based out of literally New York City hasn’t interacted or profited from the mob at any point?

[@MrRae7231]

Please come back as a regular guest Michael

[@alexanderjackson8389]

Naw we good..

[@alexanderjackson8389]

@House of Savoy i will destroy him!

[@johnnymayfair4572]

He’s getting too much money for that.

[@alexanderjackson8389]

@House of Savoy i apologize bro.. i had a shitty day at work. I was taking my anger out on everybody..

[@MinoTunes]

Alexander Jackson I know what it feels bro. Just don’t let it get to you tc

[@greensmithfootball10]

Michael Franzese is easily the most intelligent and articulate former Italian mafia member I've ever seen. If he didn't go down that path and live in that life I think he could've been an executive for a large company. I'm pretty sure he was studying to be a doctor before dropping out and began living the life he did.

[@joesephinegunan2124]

I'm imagining if he became a SURGEON, a topnotch LAWYER or a CEO of a GIANT COMPANY

[@kevinkelly5569]

Yea he was PreMed at Hofstra University when his father was hit with a 50 year sentence and he quit school so he could earn money and get his pops out of prison.

[@frankpitochelli6786]

Mike has the best stories, very articulate and entertaining, he is one of the few to walk away and is willing to tell us what it was really like, not the movie versions.

[@davidsimmons4731]

TK Kirkland was the one who told Carmine Perseco to cancel the hit

[@Khrys32]

🤣😂🤣

[@animatednativestv4794]

Lmao

[@josephharrington5634]

🤣🤣🤣

[@gregoryferguson3575]

Yeah that’s what I heard too 😂😂

[@cristianthechristian1103]

Yooooo 😂😂😂

[@mughakakiba7824]

"I never lived in fear,i was cautious and disciplined"~Michael franzese

[@whitneydow7104]

His message is good and positive. He’s real and humble. Great interview.

[@southsideman4891]

AS A CHRISTIAN I AM VERY PROUD OF MICHAEL!!!!! GOD BLESS, PROTECT AND KEEP MICHAEL FRANZESE AND HIS FAMILY!!!!

[@Falquiboy]

As a christian you are proud of a criminal. Thats fair enough.

[@southsideman4891]

@@Falquiboy Amazing Graze how sweet the sound that saved a wretch like me. I once was lost but now im found, was blind but now i see.

[@intrepidtomato]

@@southsideman4891 The guy is a good and convincing liar, and I'm sure he's not in the mafia anymore. But he remained a crook. Born again Christian + motivational speaker .... that's like televangelist. He's just into a different and less risky scam now.

[@southsideman4891]

@@intrepidtomato so what will that make you if you dont repent and burn forever in Hell but he sees your stupid behind from Heaven next to GOD?

[@intrepidtomato]

@@southsideman4891 I am a Lutheran Christian. And not a phony born again mafia boss. You can call me a bad Christian for not trusting a guy like that, but his entire record proves he is a more than proficient liar. I don't like it when people become so-called evangelical pastors after a life like that. If it's real, he shouldn't wear it on his sleeve like he does. Be humble and live like a Christian. He is still a braggart, easy to anger, and lives off of stolen tax money like a king, selling the rights to his story.

[@New14LO]

finally a guest that actually gets a few minutes to talk about their current aspirations and goals and not 20 year old stories!

[@chadog900]

Michael Franzese had an easier time leaving the mafia than this interview that's on part 843.

[@MrAdmvp]

😂

[@kitteekittee4010]

😂

[@maruchaansimpson5618]

Lmao

[@AestheticLio]

You can see it on his face

[@donmeyers2631]

Truth son

[@markmfalme]

I can listen to Michael all day. God bless you man.

[@thedarknate08]

Yes its good to see he got out of that life and is a Christian now!

[@andrewprovost7208]

These interviews are gold seriously Michael is truly a sincere believable matter of fact kind of guy I feel like he hides nothing he doesn't glamorize. True gentleman

[@DeanRockwell21]

Best guest Vlad has ever had!!! Hope to see him yet again in the future!!!

[@deanslife1]

KZbin has become Franzetube for me because every time I go on the platform I see his face pop up and I click on it. Mad how we are so info listening to him. Think it's because he comes across as friendly and open when he was in the mafia which is of cold ruthless people but he has an heart

[@rosgarcia7822]

This man's life is a movie ,how can't the studios see this his stories are incredible very big budget movie worthy

[@zaclewis2552]

Only time iv heard him mentioned in a movie is "Goodfellas" when the camera is in the bar and Henry Hill is naming all the gangsters as the camera pans by them. But if there is a movie about Michael i would def watch it.

[@fredleeland2464]

There's been enough media on the mob that can match his story

[@bagasbramantyo9717]

@@zaclewis2552 funny enough, that scene made Franzese and his wife walk out of the theater when they saw it.

[@dunstonmunson8314]

Yeah, the gas scam, the Colombo family, it has potential.

[@russkilll]

Can't tell everything he knows because he would be charged. But yes be a gd movie

[@nismoman420]

I hope you keep Michael coming back over and over again. You need to make him a regular like Tray Deee.

[@dougbodenhamer9391]

Very intellectual man. You can tell how wise he is by how he heats the question, and reacts after letting it sink in. I am sure at a mafia sit down he was the coolest and calmest one in the room.

[@je7647]

Yeap guys social intelligence is next level

[@danielbrealey2924]

Michael is such an inspiration. Such a gentleman and a hell of a businessman! I hope God has great things install for this man. He can change so many lives for the better

[@elethaduffy976]

Really look forward to your coaching business, Michael! Please keep us posted.

[@Relentless-1]

Hats off to you Sir, for still being a man of faith, Gods Plan

[@ShenZA6]

I wish there is a movie about him, and he can play his role.

[@vasvas8914]

He could play a 45 y.o. himself)

[@lottostuuud]

Sho Tohara he wasn’t a part of that crew either goodfellas wasn’t entirely accurate

[@danicallmeover4778]

I bet Michael Franzese has so much interesting stories, I loved the interview. Thx Vlad

[@marvincarter4730]

He is walking the line like a good soldier who has been relieved of his duty. He has a good head on his shoulders; I'm sure he could strike up a good bargain for his clemency.

[@KadoeG]

Kohn Waiters kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZini5Siir6gl9E

[@VitalMusic217]

Michael Franzese: I'm fed up of this Vlad juicing the hell out of my interview, I might got him whacked (Part 86)

[@Shayne2517]

Michael Franzese is a standup guy. He never ratted on his associates and left the life. I wish him well. 👍

[@vic7k]

No he’s not and talking to the feds and talking family business to a outsider is a Rat in the mafia, omertà is a code of silence

[@Shayne2517]

@@vic7k A rat is someone who throws his associates under the bus. He didn't do that.

[@kr5824]

@@Shayne2517 You have no idea what you are talking about, its obvious but it’s okay.

[@Shayne2517]

@@kr5824 Tell me JUST 1 PERSON he testified against & put in prison ???

[@travisbickle8008]

the way he speaks... he’s a strong dude .. respect from Tbilisi man

[@williamharrisjr3072]

Great interview!!!!!

[@KadoeG]

William Harris Jr kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZini5Siir6gl9E

[@Tainomontana]

Regardless of his past choices what he does now is what matters the most & he is a upstanding total gentleman & someone that should be looked up to for many reasons such as the respect he shows, calm, charismatic & inviting demeanor, wisdom, strength, street smarts & intuition not for his past mistakes or faults & remember no one is perfect & everyone has the opportunity to change their life around, the only time it’s too late is when we’re dead & gone.

[@UptownPirate13]

It will be relentless............

[@ronnrayy5449]

People don't understand this dude is up over 70 years old bc he looks like he's in his 40's. I mean it feels a little late to be making such a big business move that relies heavily on the future. I'm all for it and I would hope he can live into his 90's and 100's

[@pertsa7614]

Genes.

[@MrMGR1986]

Michael got right with the Most High. May he be blessed.

[@newjerseytimes9123]

Make Mike a regular guest

[@9doe212]

DUHHHHHH He Is a REGULAR!!!! Don't you see the new Interviews DAILY!!??

[@lazarusq6652]

The fact that he's be dead if carmine didn't go to prison is so accurate it's crazy how it played out just finished the documentary.

[@KadoeG]

Manny Martinez kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZini5Siir6gl9E

[@Top-G70]

This guy deserves his own movie!

[@rayzaramon6598]

I REALLY like and respect this dude. Would love to converse w/ him.

[@MegaCunnie]

Definitely one of the most interesting interviews.

[@brickhousemedia533]

Vlad these have been your best interviews man. Thank you.

[@ryang790]

This guy is definitely worth Listening to. No bullshit, kept his honour and is the real deal.

[@wmurray003]

"I told the Mob to back off...." -TK

[@anthonydeleon7996]

"I consider myself formerly removed in the late 90s" *proceeds to list years square in the middle of the 90s*

[@ianspangler1380]

I see Mike Franseze and I click. I’m a very simply man. This dude is amazing. God watch over Mike!!!

[@XDeathHackX]

Perfect timing!

[@jamesr2547]

Imperfect typping!

[@dbrkey328]

What happened

[@Wakeup129]

This guy needs to come to Ireland and do a speaking event

[@ThisIsCreation-FollowOnTwitter]

I agree

[@grahamjonathan762]

He has already. He was at the Tree Fellers Union event last year but there wasn't many there.

[@michellepowell3020]

Love this guy 100%

[@robertmancuso1883]

When does michael play the drums?

[@vcdep991]

Dude is a real mans man. Speaks well, dressed well, grooms well, respectful, eloquent, polite, and gracious.

[@0BRAINS0]

Weird watching these videos about him when he was my uncles business partner for so many years, makes me really wonder now after seeing him again at his funeral a few months ago.

[@busterthief7415]

UniteAllTribes stfu lying ass nigga

[@etherealcatholic5711]

Paying respects to the faithful departed is part of being Christian.

[@elel2608]

This dude is the real king of New York. All rappers rap about what this guy actually lived through.

[@lifeofadon6750]

Mikey Franzese is a goat 🐐

[@lifeofadon6750]

Calm down princess

[@KadoeG]

Life of a don kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZini5Siir6gl9E

[@jeremiahsilva130]

Keep up the good work Michael Franzese!

[@ia6619]

Even if he was in the mob and did bad things he's still an honorable, stand up, intelligent person and probably one of the very few mafia members who didn't snitch on others for a lighter sentence. Glad he changed his life for the better

[@clownworld5474]

If only the politicians of this time had half the character of this guy. Every word he says is true and he never waivers, he recollection is very clear. I hope he has a successful legitimate career

[@relaxationmeditation6231]

He got more clips then anybody in one sitdown his full interview gotta be over 2hrs

[@daistoke1314]

Faith does change lives, it's a pity so many people have lost faith in the possibility of change.

[@patrickkt423]

Keep havin him back on

[@nick281972]

Why so much respect and reverence for this guy, he either was directly or indirectly involved in the murder, intimidation and extortion of other people and was a career criminal.

[@elpistolero9394]

Right, what’s with TK Kirkland stuff? I’m out of the loop. Thanks.

[@goodauldglesgatoon163]

I told everyone to keep you out the loop -T.K Kirkland

[@isidrosalas5088]

A bunch of goofy lil bitches following comment section trends

[@isidrosalas5088]

@Malik Tez444 You're a goofy just like TK... He's a wack comedian and you're a buster 😁

[@Hingle_McCringleberry87]

@@isidrosalas5088 pretty much. I wonder when it'll end. It's so corny it doesn't make sense. KZbinrs know how to run something in the hole quick

[@freddiejay2512]

TK has been on this format many times and his connections in show business sports music and comedy are legendary- so the youngsters like to play with that.

[@terribleTed-ln6cm]

I have just insane respect for this man......they don't even make men like this anymore.

[@99north72]

Under cross-examination by Mr. Walters's attorney, Robert Gold, who tried to challenge Mr. Franzese's credibility, Mr. Franzese admitted that he became a Federal informer in February 1986 and that his sentencing in connection with the charges for which he pleaded guilty was contingent upon his cooperation with the Government in several investigations.

[@kaustubhpawar5206]

He has agreed of co-operating but he has never named or witnessed against any of his associates the biggest rule those days in ruling was to get someone to testify against the culprit Michael never did that he just played with them making them believe he was cooperating

[@bobloblaw7030]

he cooperated against himself...he never snitched on nobody

[@99north72]

bob loblaw telling on yourself doesn’t make you a federal informant

[@pablomufc8595]

There’s no one that doesn’t like him. What a great fella 👍

[@joonaslehtonen7965]

Franzese would appear on Sesame Street if Kermit would ask him. He is that type of guy.

[@johnefc5413]

HE IS ONE OF THE MOST HONEST/SENSIBLE EX MAFIA I’VE LISTENED TO

[@yourfavoritespork2164]

What happened when he went into the room he always hints on it has he talked about it in a video

[@TruthfullySpeaking2001]

From what I read and heard they to put the fear of God in him. Haters and liars were jealous of his influence so they accused him of shortchanging the family when they was getting millions every week. It took Balls to stand up and go there not knowing but it was part of his oath. That’s why he said it was robotic

[@patrickbooth5091]

YOUR FAVORITE SPORK he talked about it in a nat geo interview when they did the “inside the American mob” documentary series

[@bowade9332]

Talking about one of Bosses got mad at him for not paying for Bad Chickens.... its in one of the videos

[@johnjegs4353]

Thats another incident completely different

[@johnjegs4353]

He spoke about it in a Nat geo "Inside the mob" , he was called for a sit down, his best friend picked him up, took him to the sit down, he was grilled with questions for about an hour or two, when he came out, he asked his friend why didn't u tell me before hand. His friend said "if it was me would you have told me ". And his best friend also said " let me tell you, your father was here earlier, and he didn't do anything at all to help you".

[@rikijett310]

Mr. Franzese do you play those drums behind you?

[@l3tme545]

So he stared death in the face. In that room. It not heroic but it is honest. You can't kill a honest man like that. No one truly wanted to do it, because they knew it took away the value. I do think they roughed him up though. He probably took it like a man didn't tell didn't cry. Didn't beg . That's why let him walk away. Ur hellva guy mike.

[@jayo208]

Cool story bro 👍

[@BigMoonShot]

If you're not afraid of being on frontstreet then coaching is the new hustle.

[@DM94JAK]

The the boy young franseze back ASAP hes solid bring em back alot more frequently!

[@mephisto1025]

Guys like this have a back up ...plan for the back up plan . Life is all about prepping b/c someone or life is prepping for you .

[@davidowens7317]

I got Persico to call the hit offf but never told micheal cos a was too busy down the catle range buying a bull for Sammy. T.K. KIRKLAND (new acting boss for the soprano family)

[@djkurse9209]

David Owens boooo

[@aaronanderson7619]

Delete that stupid shit. Serio

[@johnjegs4353]

"Buying a bull for Sammy" what ? 😂😂😂

[@ajitkirpekar4251]

It just occurred to me. But Mike has said that phrase, "Horrors of that life is your best friend will walk you into a room and you won't come back". I think he's speaking not from a witness experience perspective but as that best friend.

[@delanoblanco2248]

He may left the mafia but you can't take the mafia out of him

[@ebhs0089]

Shut yo corny ass up

[@313tee0]

EBHS00 😂😂😂😂

[@delanoblanco2248]

@@ebhs0089 what's your problem dude? Oh I see, you never take your medication

[@KadoeG]

Delano Blanco kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZini5Siir6gl9E

[@hopeone6996]

This Man Keeps The Mob stories and history alive.. They need him so they won't kill him.

[@Hueycrowley]

Cut to Boosie: "Carmine Persico got shot in his own city Vlad"

[@KadoeG]

Hueycrowley kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZini5Siir6gl9E

[@GReid-ol5gk]

Vleehhdd*

[@Josey_Wales]

He is lucky and mindful of it. I just read a book about the Gallos, Carmine was no joke! Great interview!

[@foekist7312]

The man is right- you're a great interviewer, Vlad. Keep 'em comin'! V

[@marcusallan4441]

I got so much respect for this guy.

[@TheCrazyworld0]

Lmao don't hes a fucking rat

[@butteredbread1756]

5:11 He calls him “Rad”

[@MrBastilleDay]

He’s like a combination of Micheal Corleone and Tony Robbins....meant in utmost respect!

[@jorikajorika]

hey Vlad please ask him about persico and his son... what kind of a guy he was ? some stories about the past

[@myworldmytimes7632]

Hi Michael I just wanted to say you are an inspiration I’m not surprised people reach out for advice from you Have a good day best regards steve

[@VMOP1]

I like Michael. Hes cool.

[@nuurjeceelka]

Regular Guest for sure thanks to Vlad & Michael Franzese.

[@JohnDoeTheGoodGuy]

Watch the documentary about Carmine Persico, that guy is something else.

[@cassie101]

In a good, bad or opportunistic way?

[@JohnDoeTheGoodGuy]

@@cassie101 Bad way, the guy climbed all the way to the top using Machiavellian tactics, plus a lot of corpses.

[@cassie101]

@@JohnDoeTheGoodGuy And people pay to hear him speak...

[@JohnDoeTheGoodGuy]

@@cassie101 I'm not talking about Micheal, I'm talking about his old boss.

[@cassie101]

@@JohnDoeTheGoodGuy Oh...Okay..

[@markg9653]

Has anyone cross reference his words video to video? He left in 95/96 but cooperated in the mid 80s? When did his books come out. By the way I think he did the right thing getting out and was smart about it. I don’t think he’d of been a criminal if he wasn’t born into it.

[@mikeynorcross3222]

The next person that says i see michael i click - i'm walking them into a room.

[@timothyblanco8623]

Awesome interview !

[@rnsone8827]

Carmine “The Snake” Persico! What a nickname!

[@MrT571]

Actually, the man himself hated the nickname and no one used it to his face. He went by "Junior"

[@josephmalecki5860]

@@MrT571 Got it by strangling larry gallo w a rope. Cop happen to walk in.. lucky mfer Joey Gs brother.. that day

[@rnsone8827]

Joseph Malecki the nicknames was we learned, lol. He just recently passed away in prison in March too, he had already done over 30 years.

[@MrT571]

@@josephmalecki5860 yeah, Larry was the sane one. If he had been alive I believe Joey would never have been at Umberto's that night.

[@josephmalecki5860]

@@MrT571 Yo what happened w Larry? He got cancer or something right?. Then they had their youngest brother named Kid Twist. I wander if he was absorbed when the books where open again in 1975. Or did Larry an both his bros get wacked???. Either way sammy the bull was tryna shoot it out w them bulls. An even did a piece of work by me in SP, for scarfo... Sammy bullshit was his nick name in other fams Haha.but yeah philly news confirmed the murder was that of a Union official. From S.Jersey.

[@MatteoBond]

That’s really interesting Michael Franzese coaching. I’ll definitely b taking a look at that.

[@FederalOz]

His customers gonna be like “Cement shoes or curb stomp?” Which one is better coach? Lmk ASAP

[@RLPerez-un6hv]

Lol

[@905byrdmanx]

Definitely should be a regular guest

[@Mannymd]

6:10 He gave up on saying Vlad's name quick 🤣

[@jesschavez2727]

Top tier interview

[@tgms177]

He was under TKs protection once he was inside

[@isidrosalas5088]

Stfu

[@444destiny]

I dare anyone to say that Michael isn't cool.

[@markjonesatlarge5240]

He isn't. Michael testified against his "uncle" Norby Walters, put him in prison.

[@ivansorola1997]

Mark Jones At Large good he put a criminal behind bars less scum on the streets lol

[@dantedlane2]

@@markjonesatlarge5240 you got paperwork?

[@lexxlexx9710]

@White Boy He gave up nobodies. He is smart. He outmaneuvered the feds. He was able to get a good deal in exchange for some associates, not some important mob guys from any of the families. The feds thought they will have an easier job with Walters spilling the beans and they took the bait. Franzese is not your regular thug from the corner, he knew what he was doing. He is far from being a rat and after all, it is everybody for himself in this world, just as Alite stated. It is easy to talk from the outside.

[@DavidRDavidRoss]

Michael aint cool

[@paintballeros]

Did michael played the drums after the interview? I would

[@escaperoomleander1948]

Part 127: Franzese's tribute to Buddy Rich on drums.