The Story of Carlo Gambino: Most Feared and Respected Mafia Boss

[@RhudeIslander]

You struck a gold mine with starting this series. Thank you!

[@andrewduncan9990]

It would be nice if you could do all of them. And then maybe talk about connections between each of the 50.. if there are any connections which I'm pretty sure there's a lot of connections there you can flesh them out a little bit...😊😊

[@aceloco817]

​@@andrewduncan9990there's also a couple actors in that mural too tho..

[@jaymerchant5396]

No political bs or phony religious grift, maybe I’ll watch

[@crazypato3752]

13:58 what show is that?

[@cv507]

´der wei$€ engellß ; ´a päär sec ninnöyy. someone should have warned xD half a tön. XD $örry€ ^§^ ndrangetäir pließce. oui nheed tv nnödernheiß thöse geekce v??v gö bäck >??< and nö ^ ^

[@BahadirGunsur]

If this series continues, it will become a legendary library for Mafia History, told by a legend.👌👌

[@ChineduTrades]

Michael please make this a series. Everyone can learn from your histories leaders

[@Digits_Below_MichealFranzese]

THANKS FOR THE FEEDBACK 🙏🏿🎉❸⓿❺❾❽⓿❶❻❹❽

[@briancontreras9317]

Love the way Michael praises these Italian immigrants who came in and brought all this crime....and yet has a problem with people crossing the border today.

[@ericgraham454]

Myron Gains has a whole mob series. He goes through every family. They're a couple hours long and informative. He was a fed, so you get that insight. Cheers

[@ChineduTrades]

@@ericgraham454 Thanks man, will def check it out.

[@Rollingwithtrinity]

Rome

[@nemo64920a]

Michael, do more of these videos, please. You always deliver such amazing content so consistently and consicely, pure gold, sir! I love what you do, Mr. Franzese, God bless.

[@Ky_fireman128]

This mini documentary was much more personable coming from someone from the streets rather than someone who never knew a made member. Would love to hear about Joe and Chris Columbo. Thank you sir.

[@robertjaime6808]

Agree

[@domingorubies656]

Not really from the streets, mob royalty but yeah

[@rucoleman6677]

Most deffently

[@jonathanwhitson802]

I could listen to him all day just the knowledge and the respect he carries is something we are losing I'm afraid

[@johnnymarshall5828]

The fact that Carlo didn't have the nickname of the nose or beaky or any other nickname shows me how powerful he was.

[@trappingoutdalobby3227]

I agree

[@RRTNZ]

Many thanks for this fascinating history lesson about Don Carlo Gambino. You and your team have put together a really informative and interesting presentation - as good, or better, than anything I've seen on the Discovery or History Channels. Also, thank you for reminding us about the unmatched value of patience ( I definitely need to be reminded about that). God Bless you and your family and all the best for the start of 2025.

[@Yungbeck]

S/O To your editing team, great stuff all around !

[@diegofianza3525]

“Beware of the fury of the patient man.” Great documentary. Thanks and God Bless.

[@michaelgagliardi3332]

This episode was terrific. Thank you Michael!

[@jasongleave355]

My brother knew I watched your pod casts, he got me blood covenant for Christmas, I seriously can't put it down, I suffer from medical mental health issues, your channel and book seams to give me a break and calming affect, so thank you so much.

[@RussellWhaley-h4x]

Your in my prayers 🙏♥️🙏

[@alexfleming1000]

This was phenomenal,all the pictures being shown,Michael’s storytelling, the facts and even an almost a “CarloIf you can hear me, this is a tribute to you” so great please do more of these. This is freaking awesome.

[@scottkelly7051]

Michael, I really enjoy your work. The fact that you're my brother in Christ is icing on the cake . I pray that you and your family are safe from the fires. I will continue to lift you up in prayer. My paternal grandfather and great grandfather were bootleggers during Prohibition and had many run-ins with the law. You could say I was born with an outlaw streak from those men and my dad, but, in 1985, Christ knocked on the door of my heart, and I opened it.

[@GustavJildell]

One of the best videos i've seen so far on this channel! Well done guys!

[@amexemoor443]

I've probably watched 100 videos on Don Carlo but this one was written excellently.

[@MOOREHOUSE423]

Love these types of videos . Cant wait for the one on Neil Delacrocce when you get to him .

[@neilledejongh1290]

Yessir

[@hanorabrennan8846]

Had they had him in Castellano's place, the Gambino's might have retained its anonymity.

[@choirboyzcutleryoutdoors]

Excellent video! I hope this becomes a series!

[@D3adp00l324]

This was very good, Michael. It's great that you're doing these segments because you were in the life, you can verify a lot of facts and debunk others as well as offer new information. Can't wait for the other 48 videos!

[@model7374]

Excellent. Well written. Well narrated. Can’t wait for Bonano and Costello

[@MovieKnight-c6u]

Been waiting years for you to do a proper video on Carlo Gambino, Michael. I find him to be so fascinating specifically because he was so powerful yet so mysterious and unknown to the public. Thank you for the video and for your content and your political messaging of late, God bless. From England

[@luisvega666]

Don’t shit yourself

[@MovieKnight-c6u]

@@luisvega666 Thank you for your relevant and well thought out advice, but my son's the one who's currently learning to potty train...

[@tonysalamone5458]

Thank you Michael!!! There isn't barely any videos about Carlo Gambino and I believe he is the most interesting and was definitely the most powerful mobster around thanks for the video

[@nickoskaramitsos9747]

You struck a GOLD mine with this series Michael , can't wait for the episode with Lucky Luciano

[@elcubbo]

This is what I've been waiting for! More stories on Don Carlo

[@AlkalynFPS]

Thank you Sir, you are one of my many great inspirations. I listened to you speak at my Church in California as a kid completely unexpecting a appearance by you and forever my life as a Italian Californian kid was changed and you have inspired me like you could never imagine, besides Kobe Bryant. Thank you for all that you have done for the World no matter what you have done right by your entire family heritage, God Bless you and I truly hope to meet you one day, would you please sign your book for me? I am Fabrizio DiAngelo 32 years old. Currently in Spokompton, WA. I'll be trying all of your Wines very soon 🎉❤ Cheers to You! My Wife and I are endowed to your incredible testimonies and life story...

[@Cashbully]

With great honor to say hello to you Mr.franzese thank you for all the video's I love all your content it keeps me going and teaches me and the youth so much ❤

[@shaunabrennan6596]

Loved this Michael! Looking forward to the next one!

[@Chris-z7z7m]

Michael, this was really good. You should do one all these guys and on your father as well. His story is important to history and it’s worth telling. He was there from the very beginning of Cosa Nostra and nobody knows his life story better than you.

[@joshuastevens1446]

Quite possibly the best yet! Keep them coming! Great work Mike!

[@Callum1875]

These mini documentary’s will become groundbreaking. Keep it up - thank you!!

[@jamesgarcia7108]

Watching from Philippines❤..i like this channel...real life stories of the real godfather in real life not in movies...i love this channel..

[@BabaDontKnow]

This is a very natural progression for you, Michael Corlione (oops, I mean Franzese). A definite yes to continuing this as a series. Very well done.

[@wilfredobello7762]

Probably one of your best videos. Pointing out the keys to his success and how could use them too, that was the best, thanks.

[@barriehemming1189]

Ive used this on my facebook narrative. Thank you Michael its perfect. I want to be like Carlo Gambino, to die free with a smile on my face, surrounded by the people I love, and that love me.

[@phillydwyer]

This is more like it! Already looking forward to the next one.

[@jimmypinero]

YES! I've published a few books on Gambino, one of which is being turned into a Hollywood movie very soon. I've been waiting on an updated segment on Gambino from an insider like yourself. Great post!

[@markdonnelly1397]

absolute dynamite. great idea with this. would love to see all 49 in a series. thanks michael

[@davetuscani]

Definitely keep putting these out. I love the history, the lesson, the advice, the music in the background…. Everything.

[@rykann7591]

The music in this video was absolutely perfect

[@thedungeonmma]

Good music selection, but way too loud

[@lamardouglas716]

Been subscribed to your channel wayyy before MOB movie Monday. Your Chanel has come a long way. Well done sir

[@larrylarry739]

Very interesting. Looking forward to more episodes like this.

[@kickas6312]

Absolutely GOLD!! Thankyou for this...The respect that you give and also having met him in person as a kid is something to behold!! Thankyou !!!

[@pappatus515]

I was waiting for u to make a change to the format. I think these documentary-type videos are the best. Regards from Finland

[@michaelhill3305]

Please keep this type of video going. Very informative and incredibly interesting

[@ineedammo8167]

Awesome brother. It is nice to hear about this part of history.

[@jayblack9118]

This was a fantastic piece. Thank you for putting this together and sharing such an iconic history behind this legend.

[@MichaeIFranzese-g9b]

I’d love to hear from you! Feel free to reach me with your thoughts, questions, or just to say hi. Looking forward to connecting🤍🤍sᴇɴᴅ🤍🤍ᴍᴇ🤍🤍ᴀ🤍🤍ᴅɪʀᴇᴄᴛ🤍🤍ᴛᴇxᴛ🤍±𝟷𝟸𝟻𝟺𝟺𝟽𝟸𝟺𝟻𝟽𝟺

[@robet3244]

I think that was my favorite video of yours yet Michael ! Looking forward to the rest of the series !

[@classyconversationswithrho344]

Love the pictures behind you. Great show! Thank you

[@krisgen29]

Hi Michael. You've compacted so many words and philosophies into each segment of this video. I doubt people viewing it will be able to absorb it all? Other than that, this video is superb! So superb that I only wish what you've done here can be slowed right down in future videos, so that the richness in each segment can be fully appreciated by your viewers. David (Perth, Australia)

[@primeboss2285]

I was born in Palermo Sicily. I unfortunately never got to grow up there due to my dad being in the Navy, but I visit from time to time.

[@stefanoceraglia4851]

Sicilia was the favorite place for the Emperprs and senators in the ancient rome

[@hanorabrennan8846]

Lucky you! Love, love, love Sicily. ❤❤❤

[@belikewater2413]

You’re a wonderful storyteller Michael. A beautifully delivered piece about one of the most important people from that world.

[@thedarksaucelord1780]

the production with this series is top notch, another great work Michael. The story beats are just perfect going from chapter to chapter, so seamless. 👏

[@maxballa7072]

What makes these so awesome it that you know he really knows what he’s telling us

[@RosieKellaway-jm1gj]

Great video great presentation always amazed on your presentation and showing respect to others. God bless you and your family.

[@adamlord7178]

Mike, you have an amazing web series in the works if you do an episode for each man on the tapestry behind you. My great grandfather was in the life, and he passed away in 1997. Obviously he didn't talk about it much, but as I've grown older, I am very much so interested in your stories. Awesome stuff

[@ulgk]

Wow, this video is so good. Thank you, Mr. Michael Franzese. I believe that this video does apply to real life situation. Having patience, loyalty, and adaptability goes a long way. I didn't even learn these principles in business school at all.

[@drp1bb856]

I attended the most recent personal funeral services in Pt. Lookout. Fantastic video.

[@vaguyna69]

Really , really well put together storyline and gripping documentary Mr. Franzese. Excellent work

[@michael954]

I think it's great having a window into their world through Michael he shows a human side to these people witch is great a big thumbs up to you Michael👍

[@fransesco97]

The day Vincent Mangano disappeared, his brother Philip (who was also the consigliere) told Gambino that he knew Albert Anastasia was behind the disappearance of his brother and that he was going to take revenge. Gambino then told Anastasia this and Philip was killed, Anastasia then elevated Gambino to consigliere. As glorified as Gambino is, he had no problem throwing people under the bus to make himself richer and more powerful, which is pretty on point for mobsters

[@jaysonb.6669]

I believe Joe Bonnano's description of him.

[@lukapopovic6668]

​@@jaysonb.6669what did Mr Bonano say about him? Thanks

[@hanorabrennan8846]

​@@jaysonb.6669Which is ..... ?

[@nanabutner]

Amazing history. You show that even major so called criminals have traits that need to be copied for success.

[@timabuttle]

Great episode!! Thank you, Michael.

[@derekhenderson1730]

Great vid Michael, the part that immigrant Italians played in the development and history of the USA is truly fascinating. Keep them coming. . Cheers ! from Scotland.

[@mfielding007]

These are the sort of stories we love

[@jimbo33]

Excellent Michael! Nothing like hearing it from someone who has the inside knowledge and experience like yourself. Thank you for your efforts and looking forward to the next in line.

[@peternemeth4947]

Looking forward to seeing more of these!!

[@hansryan05]

Michael, love the vid padrino, hope it becomes a series

[@RDouble745]

That painting❗️🔥🔥🔥

[@thechuckster6838]

This is excellent! Can't wait for the next installment!

[@ryanbollerud8792]

This Series is going to be Great! Love the Channel!

[@jamieawhite72]

Michael, what a great insight into the life of Carlo Gambino.

[@peskypirouette7388]

Beyond interesting! Keep them coming!

[@johnhaddenham3189]

I really hope you continue making this series.

[@johnmiller4553]

NICE…. CANT WAIT FOR THE 48 OTHER STORIES 😁🤙🤙🤙🤙

[@m.e.5482]

Mr. Franzese! I must say you look extremely healthy and great at your age! Blessings and multiple decades for you to see your Family continue to grow!

[@ShaunAddisonTCB]

I think this documentary style visualizer in the background of your stories is a really nice touch.👌 I hope you are doing well anyway Michael, big Joe Eagan introduced us at your event in Manchester in England last year when your voice had gone lol. Great night that was my friend 🤝

[@ter1413]

Very well done...and great editing!

[@karenhurd9792]

Loved this!!! Can't wait for more stories!!👍

[@kasonedell7228]

Please make more of these Michael. This was an incredible episode!

[@robe5307]

Thank you Michael for doing this.

[@ECO473]

Great job, Mike!!! God bless you!

[@imdaemaincharacter3808]

Thank you Michael ❤. Been here since 2021 and your channel keeps surprisingly getting better.!! All love

[@carlaives7756]

Great storytelling, Michael!!!!

[@ToddMcLellan-j3u]

This is your best video Michael !!

[@DaveyParry]

Excellent really enjoyed it, thanks Bravo!

[@roserand639]

Michael your a natural at telling stories, and who ever edits the music images etc are excellent just magnifying your talent in telling the history of the mob, reviews of movies and speaking of todays world topics. A long time ago we lived next to part of the Gambino family little did I know or when we had to use a coffee shops restroom on Steinway street in Astoria and I had to use the restroom in the back how I was told not to look around as the men sat playing cards, or when a shooting occurred outside our apartment building and my aunt thought my uncle had been shot meanwhile it was related to our neighbors but because my uncle had gone out to throw out the garbage when my aunt heard the gunshots early morning she assumed something had happened to my uncle but unbeknownst to her he had gone upstairs to visit my Nonna. When she described it we cracked up

[@ACook94]

Love this hopefully you do all the stories especially lesser known guys

[@dbriggd2753]

He didn’t need to be a tough guy, he had tough guys who would kill with a simple whisper.

[@ernestoA.1999]

You have to be tough to have tough guys killing for you

[@zurajijelava7441]

Just couse he was quiet does not mean he was not a tough guy. Those who scream i am a tough guy they are until they ARE NOT.

[@davidmellish3295]

He was definitely a tough guy, he just wasn't someone who wanted everyone to know how tough he was. He wasn't loud and intimidating to people, like a Joe Pesci type character

[@Sword_of_justice103]

Please make this a series... So well Done !

[@lllIlIIllIlll]

2:30 background music too loud the mic recording the voice sounds very good tho

[@dr.tomgio6694]

Don Michele, I was born 4 years after you in South Philly and I can assure you that Don Carlo certainly held sway over the Bruno family. In fact, I don't think anyone would have made a move against Don Angelo had Don Carlo not died a few years before. The two families were intertwined in their activities all along the Delaware. Tante belle cose!

[@anthonydelgrosso4818]

Ya well ny still killed capanigro and narduchi without Gambino around so either way

[@dr.tomgio6694]

@@anthonydelgrosso4818 Intrigue, Anthony. That whole timeframe was intense. I remember Chicky Narducci! Haven't thought of him in years!

[@dr.tomgio6694]

@@anthonydelgrosso4818 Intrigue, Anthony. You're right; that whole time frame was intense from Philly to Cherry Hill to Trenton to AC. I remember Chicky Narducci! I haven't thought about him for years! I think I recall some of Don Carlo's relatives came from Sicily and opened operations in Cherry Hill around the same time.

[@tonycamaj7243]

I’m sure Sonny told his son how close they were.

[@dr.tomgio6694]

@@tonycamaj7243 You're probably right, though they were in a different family. My point is that for everybody in South Philly, it was common knowledge - even for those who were not connected. But, you're right. Thinking about it, he really doesn't need my confirmation.

[@JADGBR]

Wow michael. This new content is captivating. Brilliant editing work from the team. The dialogue is fantastic!!

[@dganim9196]

Hi Michael. Excellent video, History Channel quality. Great job by you and your team. Thankyou

[@Digits_Below_MichealFranzese]

THANKS FOR THE FEEDBACK 🙏🏿🎉❸⓿❺❾❽⓿❶❻❹❽

[@Digits_Below_MichealFranzese]

THANKS FOR THE FEEDBACK 🙏🏿❤️🎉🎉 ❸⓿❺❾❽⓿❶❻❹❽!!!

[@MegaJohn334]

Terrible video, it’s just him terrible narrating a chat GPT answer to “who is Carlo gambino give me enough for a 20 minute video”. Can’t stand his broken unfluent reading

[@Jayp19900]

​@@MegaJohn334You ok mate?😂 so angry.

[@LOD-dt8to]

I thank you so much for your view on things. As a genealogist and consultant, I get a lot of questions answered from watching your videos. If I meet you, I will ask the same questions I asked anyone else. They help me to understand Italian culture, the love for certain things, and how hard struggle can be. I'm still trying to understand bocci, but I think I might get it eventually. Haha

[@alip4281]

I’m surprised Hollywood hasn’t made a movie just about his life

[@welcometothemovies9157]

Joe Pesci as Gambino

[@MarvinDU4]

I guess there’s not enough drama to make it a film. And also he probably lived a private life around only people he trusted

[@edigabrieli7864]

Min 4:10 shows the fish market in my own town of Trieste Italy. Coppola asked the Port Authority permission to film at Ellis Island which at the time was under renovation so he had to find a different location and he did, the fish market of Trieste shared the same architect details having been build about the same period. I was 13 at the time and I remember the local newspaper add looking for the extras you see in the movie.

[@blakeallen8224]

Excellent biography, thank you

[@anthonydavis5680]

You are a helluva story teller keep up the good work 🎉

[@MrWickHaHaBobayega]

May we all age as gracefully as Mr Franzese 👏

[@hanorabrennan8846]

It's genetic. His father was a rooster 🐓 also!