Money & Power Are Powerful Aphrodisiacs with Michael Franzese - Chazz Palminteri Show | EP 75

This week Chazz is joined jet again by former mobster that was apart of the Colombo crime family, and son of former underboss Sonny Franzese, Michael Franzese. The two talk about how mob movies are still so desirable but don't they notice that the mobsters are punished in the end?! They talk about the RICO act and how Rudy Guliani used Joseph Bonanno's book to understand how the mafia operated. Don't be a wise guy and write a book. Wait! Tune in and hear Michael Franzese's defining moment he had while in jail.
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[@hansibryan]

They both look very relax, casual, and enjoying each other company. I wish I could just sit in the studio and listen. Miss my father. I used to sit and listen to my father and his friends talking. God bless you guys. This is a real treasure.

[@bigg4882]

These guys have such great chemistry. Could listen all day. So many positive messages in there. God Bless 😊✊

[@jukkak8682]

I've been following Michael for couple years and I've learned so much about life. I used to be a criminal since childhood and been in prison... All that b*shit. Most important thing is family and do to others as you would have them do to you. English is my 2nd language. Great stuff Chazz!

[@angeliquenova7440]

I so want to act in your movie🎬🎬🎬🎬✝️✝️💃🤍

[@1028dianemarie]

I could listen forever. Two AMAZING men 💜🇮🇹

[@JimmyCalandraABathAvenueStory]

I love these two guys. They are both awesome. Them getting together to do a podcast together is going to be Dope. Looking forward to seeing them together . I had the opportunity of meeting Chazz in Vegas with his dear friend Sandy Blue eyes, Both are awesome guys and welcomed me with open arms. Respect and Love to them Both.

[@NostalgiaVibes420]

Same here 🫶🏽

[@Don_Salieri1899]

Hey Jimmy I love the channel

[@YaboiPerky]

Chazz has turned into a huge inspiration in my life. Some of these guys just know how to speak to get people to listen

[@roseannteresi6216]

Chaz, bring your one man show to Northern California, Please 🙏 🙂

[@yepYup22]

What part ?

[@MrBimirud]

Franzese had so much money, that he had his own room in the basement of a bank. Yeah, criminal life can be a bit enticing.

[@johynsmith]

We need men like you - Michael and Chazz, running things. With the wisdom of your fathers, and God's wisdom and grace in your lives, you are unstoppable!

[@jadezee6316]

lol....do you have a brain? maybe we should open the prisons and place all the criminals in charge...yea...make them judges..... lol...you cant make this stuff up not talking about chazz of course

[@spaceless327]

But God doesn't exist

[@sheafan1971]

What a wonderful talk between these two. Can not wait for the combined podcast

[@jarrodandsophiewaid3636]

If u read the book why would you ask if he talked about the gas business in the book lol and people want in it because they see these guys on KZbin that are living it up with all this money that was serious guys in the life they think I think I can come out like that guy I'm smart enough I mean think about Michael hasn't ever worked a real job even after prison Sammy John alite Gotti Jr y'all do what you want everybody wants that

[@crystalsharter]

I'm genuinely looking forward to the new podcast! this one was a blast to listen to!

[@abovenbeyondyou5560]

Chad could've played the CHIN forsure

[@KIRRAH1]

His partner was Bursalino, Chazz, not Mussolini lol I didn't even know you played Giovanni Falcone

[@tylerthompson1842]

God I wish I was in organized crime in the 70’s lol ffs what a racket

[@ellordosbanditos2495]

There is a reason why this men are old. The are warriors. And if you don't show them respect back in the old days, this guys was really dangerous, but today now, they are even more dangerous, because they got, GOD THE CHRIST JESUS on their side ! God bless you guys in Jesus name more power and maximum RESPECT to you !

[@joeypatrilla7460]

Please keep your podcasts coming , they are always great and entertaining 👏 , this one was no exception. Just a great show ! Tho I gotta admit , Neighborhood Logic just might be my favorite version. Your guests are always fantastic 😀

[@rhernandeznessi]

greetings from Caracas, Venezuela mr. Palminteri! Please make sure you're in the cast of Michael Franzese's biopic, you'll be a terrific Sonny Franzese

[@Emtes55]

Thank you so much for inviting Michael! Your dynamic together is so incredible. Loved the episode Chazz!

[@KIRRAH1]

The families in NY were not involved in Pizza Connection?? And who the Sicilians sending the drugs to? lol not all but some were on too level heavily involved, or on the side, a major side lol

[@Malouco]

They made a musical about The Bronx Tale! I DIDNT KNOW? I JUST FIND OUT THIS CHIT!!!!!! Not bad Chaz!!!! U CAME UP ALL THE WAY UP 🚀

[@DAC666]

Watch out Micheal you might get whacked in nyc

[@april4244]

I am so looking forward to your new show together! I loved Michael's book Mafia Democracy and how he story tells. Thank you for such a great show! Made my day! God bless!

[@nicholasmangialardi1618]

It had to happen! You two are superb the way you play off each other. Wise, witty, respectful and decidedly old school as far as manners and the way you carry yourselves. I come from an old school Italian family on both sides, so I can relate to some of it 🇮🇹

[@brendabryant7418]

Love watching your friendship grow !!!

[@khashaiar]

Chazz seems like an old wacked oldman, the way he talks , his voice his face his expressions Chazz has got too old for his age and Franzese on the other hand looks young like a fine wine 🍷

[@BrushCountryAg06]

This truly is an amazing interview. I thank both of you gentlemen for your time to give us your take on things.

[@angeliquenova7440]

I so want to see your one man shoe A BRONKS TALE PLEASE LORD. AND GET ME BACK INTO ACTING. PLZ LORD WANT TO EAT CHAZZ's Restaurant 🙏🎬✝️🎬💃🎬🤍🎬

[@wizardoz7523]

Clad you cleaned your life up Mikey...and you found CHRIST.......he is the chosen one after all.......this is his LIFE. Now let's honor him with the respect he has earned. He has earned

[@paulmistretta8326]

You guys make a great combo! Can't wait for the podcast!!!

[@lisafreund1059]

Mike I have a Question for you, I have you ever shopped at any of the Home Depot’s down Florida such as Lauderdale basically Wellington Fl. Since I was in Air Conditioning sales if you may recall ???

[@erikmolnar6585]

Absolutely correct about being around other New Yorkers when you've been away or when other move to where you live. We live in Texas and I always tell my Hispanic friends, It's like when people from Mexico get together in out city with other people from Mexico. That's why I listen to these NY mob stories. I can care less about the Phili mob or any other. No offense. The only exception is Frank Collata (Rest in Peace Frank). I can listen to him all day if he was still here

[@BradleyFiles]

Here's IRONY....Chazz Palminteri WAS YOUNG ONCE!!!

[@wizardoz7523]

Better treat my nephew right.......is it better to be loved or feared........you tell me.......now you can't leave...L.O.L. That's BIG. L

[@matt75hooper]

Sadly- all those Mob flicks have inspired many young ShitForBrains into that world. Innocent lives have been lost by wannabee gangsters acting ruthless trying to make a name.

[@dr.barrycohn5461]

Franzese is primarily moved by money. Money is his motivator. He's very smart and knows how to make money. Doesn't need to be in a mob. It's material for Franzese is a multi multi millionaire. I mean, listen to how he talks about his love of money even now. His spiritual awakening and guidance work is still a round making money. This is why I doubt how spiritual he really is. He just has the language system down to sound like he's this and that. At the end of the day, he loves his family more than money, but...

[@tinatinteen5271]

Reapect you a lot, Chaz and Mike, I really saw in Mr. Franzese's eyes smth else in this video. I saw the grief he feels about all the years he went the wrong path and all the things he had to do. This man went through tremendous pain, his soul broke many times, and his heart was torn. But he made it through.

[@lucamarchesini3059]

Mafia in Italy is still a nightmare. It's never going to go away , not in my liftime becouse it's part of the society. Mafia in Italy is everywhere

[@claymac7895]

Rudy Giuliani wasn’t offended by the mafia, he was jealous of it. Big difference.

[@britt-ingerlindblom4497]

Nu kan jag bara skriva svenska hoppas ni kan översätta lätt för folk som alltid levat NormaltmMen är mycket imponerad av er er att leva normalt efter alla årbni levt på den dåliga didan imponerar på mig med eran omvöndig att leva ett nytt liv som ni nu göra Guds välsignelse över er Amen 🙏 🙏 ❤❤Amen ❤❤Psaltaren 25bQmen

[@nickbrodziak611]

There's ABSOLUTELY no accountability in Gov't, and it's gotten much worse recently.

[@anabelleward853]

Came from Michael f channel great videos Chad love watching Ur videos with him also that brought me here thank you great actor

[@josegonzalescedillo2399]

I love this interview my too favorite guy's a movie Italian movie star and the real thing just awesome 👌 👏 👍

[@j.anthony1350]

Thumb this up for a Chazz to get Francis Capra on. He played 11 year old C

[@EM-ve9bh]

Years ago I knew someone who really wanted to be apart of that life, they were related to the "Tocco" family for those who know which family they wanted to be in. I kept bringing up what happens to all these guys and they just didn't understand. They kept telling me they're too smart for that, the government could never get to them, they won't make dumb mistakes.....No idea what happened to them, but that's part of the mindset that I've seen.

[@davidduranmorales550]

Chazz Palmentiri is more gangster being Sonny than Michael Franzese

[@1stMartialSageUnderHeaven]

Nick The Blade killed Judge Hellfant for Nicky Scarfo

[@riggingpots3453]

The next great mob movie is Michael's story in the mob and his comeback in life

[@michaelpacnw2419]

Love seeing you two guys together... Such a great synergy. Looking forward to your joint projects!

[@Steve_305]

They need to put Sammy the bull too

[@ianleary6452]

The top guys knew that they were getting drug money. They just did not acknowledge that they where profitting from it. Give me my share but dont tell me where it comes from. There may have been one or two who were totaly against the drug profits but greed ussally wins out.

[@Sr.RicardoGil-gu1cp]

I'll love to read his books am not much of a reader or believe in books so far the only one I believe in is the bible be safe God bless you and your friends and your fan's.

[@dannyrossiter7005]

Why wssnt chaz ever in the sopranos tv show. Would of played good new york capo

[@angeliquenova7440]

Good question. Mr P? Why would anyone want to be in mob when end up jail or dead.

[@angeliquenova7440]

Wonderful show guys wise or not Bravo 💐✝️

[@leahkatherine3270]

am I the only one drooling over Michael GOT DAMN

[@zinashepherd3261]

You got ten years in prison, and you did eight. That's what you got. Was it worth it

[@Samdigiovanni]

Not in Chicago. Alot of These democrats are way far left

[@tonina67]

Wow!!! He’s bak in NYC!!! Pls have him as ur guest at ur 10/1 show!!! It will b fascinating!!! Can’t wait for the show! Mr. Palminteri, you truly are GOLD!

[@rogerfournier3284]

Personally I like Venice beach, just needs to be cleaned up a little bit.

[@vanillagorilla6091]

All the real ones are passing or getting older. Truly the last generation of men.

[@britt-ingerlindblom4497]

Tack älskade Jesus Kristus Amen 🙏 Psaltaren 1 Amen ❤🙏

[@toneman8478]

Great podcast episode!! I know exactly how Michael feels about coming back to the east side of the country.. I lived in L.A. for awhile and it's just not the same..

[@karlkelton]

Terrific. You can see the real rapport between these two men.

[@wizardoz7523]

Don't he look good wearing white? Just agree.

[@user-kp5pk6wm5f]

Gotie was pictured in front of his club with heroin.

[@douglasruss2889]

Two Old School New Yorkers with class !

[@siddhant...]

Did the new podcast not ended up happening because i cannot find it

[@lutherp.smithjr.5842]

Us Yankee and Giants fans must stick together

[@igorvidakovicoo5879]

Chazz, you coming to Germany?

[@handlemeifyoucan144]

Bro Chazz himself looks like a don

[@victorgabriel-zh3rr]

The show should be called “acting boss”

[@Gooffe]

I love watching you guys, God bless, ciao for now👍❤️

[@trcsonic]

I have a lot of respect for this two.

[@davidalpizar410]

Frank, with have a problem

[@Val1414_]

Great video. you've remind me of what someone once said❤The richest people in the world build networks; everyone else is trained to look for work.” “There is a difference between being poor and being broke. I once attended similar and ever since then i been waxing strong financially, and i most tell you the truth.

[@jonnytlong]

If your Bitcoin scam has ever worked, the person you scammed deserved it. It would take one very big moron to believe this stupidity.

[@cimonak]

Being poor is a state of mind

[@markleben2347]

You men are class act worth a million dollars

[@TailEndCustoms]

Can’t wait to see the movie!

[@keishashabazz]

I love your conversations!!!!!! I'm excited for the show!!!!

[@dusthue]

A bank cleaning money ha imagine that.

[@wizardoz7523]

Send him a new car ....today JR

[@BradleyFiles]

We ARE a Banana Republic!!!

[@sorrenable]

Always an event of a show, when you two get together 👍👍👍

[@JeffBisCamp]

2 of The Best ! God bless 🙏👍🌴☀️

[@petethegreek1157]

Love it! 🔥 The podcast is going to be a home run I’ll be tuning in

[@francesmignano]

Both of you are inspirations to me and to this generation. God bless you 💯❤️🇮🇹❤️💪👊🙏🏼

[@nickbrodziak611]

First time watching your show, Chazz. Great discussion and guest. I'm a subscriber now.

[@DrVee-pi2ub]

Banana republic? Lol

[@wizardoz7523]

Don't make me send the indians

[@wizardoz7523]

And free gas 4 LIFE

[@Walidx-gq3hz]

Crime in any form is bad

[@jojojeep1]

When my father dated my mother my grandfather gave my dad and Ice cube, he told my dad you put this in your pocket I want my daughter home before it melts.

[@adewilson132]

How long was the date? 10 minutes?

[@jojojeep1]

@@adewilson132 probably, that’s because my dad’s not smart like me. I would’ve took my girl out for the whole night and then stopped at the 7-Eleven on the way home and picked up a new ice cube.

[@keepamerica2astrong280]

Looks like Ray Liotta

[@onone9149]

Good banter👍🏻

[@andyjudd6800]

now you cant leave lol

[@BytorTheSnowDog]

Can’t get enough

[@KenTeel]

This is a good demonstration of the sound difference between the Shure SM58 and the Shure SM7b. Note that the SM58 (the one that Michael is using) has more emphasis on the high frequencies, and the SM7b has a thicker sound that leans toward bass. Of course the proximity effect (getting closer to the mic, resulting in increased bass resonse) can kick in on the SM58 if you get close to it. The SM7b was designed as a broadcast mic, so it gives a bigger, bassier sound. The SM58 was designed as a singer's microphone. It has a bit more definition because of the leaning toward the high end frequencies. About the content of this show, I like Chazz's question of why people would join the mob, knowing that it would either end with them in prison or being shot. That is the logical question. Well put. Michael answered it perfectly: ego, money, power and denial.

[@Dustkey]

never in a billion years would I have expected to find audiophile comments in the mob related youtube scene! Hahah great stuff friend, you made my evening :)

[@KenTeel]

@@Dustkey I'm glad that you found that bit about the type of microphones to be interesting. I'm a musician (singer/song writer/ performer), so I use microphones regularly. It's kind of a natural thing for me to look at gear. Chazz is an amazing guy. He seems to not only be talented, but wise because of his years of experience, and his intellect. I like listening to him talk. He had a focus on Italian Americans when he had Micheal Franzise on. When I think of guitar players (that's what I play) I think of the great Italian American guitar players. They are numerous and incredibly talented (Joe Pass, Jimmy Bruno, John Pizzarelli, Frank Vignola, etc.) Jimmy was my de facto jazz guitar teacher, through his videos. He's my favorite. He's a monster player. One of the best. PS: I went to your channel and listened to one of your songs. It's interesting. It's kind of etherial (very floating, sythesized, almost soft dance type music.) Nice work, there, my friend. I'll listen to more of them. If you're curious, I'll post a link to one of my, one man band songs. On this one I used an empty coffee can (stuffed with crumpled shopping bags, to damped the ringing sound), with drummer's wire brushes. I got tired of drum machine stuff and have been using hand percussion stuff. This is one of my original tunes. It's recorded using a GLS Audio, ES58 mic. I like the old crooner swing and bossa nova stuff. You can hear those element in my stuff. I gig at the wineries in Northern California, playing nothing but my original stuff. Thanks for taking the time to communicate. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hKOVknmAq7Flj6s

[@muzidube6927]

Just watched all three podcasts of them... Can't wait for " the wise guys" collaboration!!!!

[@ThePeaceMovement-dot-org]

This is amazing. Subscribed to this show and the new show. Looking forward to these amazing conversations.

[@strictlyyoutube6881]

Thank you Chazz

[@JimmyFlorida337]

Love your Channel Chazz. Love when you and Michael talk. Sly Stallone has Balboa Productions. You, Michael, and Sly should do something together...