Wash Your Face, Giovanni-Giovanni Rocco (Part 1)

[@SoftWhiteUnderbelly]

I’ve split Giovanni’s magnificent four hour video into three parts. Part one sets up his story. It starts slow, but parts two and three are some of the most riveting mob/law enforcement stories I’ve ever heard. Part two posts on Wednesday and part three posts on Friday. This is definitely one of the best talks I’ve posted. Enjoy!

[@kristinschwartz389]

I LOVE these mob interviews. I never thought I'd be interested in that, but these are really good interviews!

[@theAussie01]

Thankyou

[@JazzyJazz7724]

Thank you!!

[@datFUNKYb]

Thanks, dude!

[@laurenssugarspice3113]

Thank you Mark. Your morning uploads keep me going. Especially my fav mob stories!

[@markthemovieman]

This is one of your best ever sir. Bravo. Can't wait for the rest of it. This channel is so much better than anything on actual TV these days.

[@lesliepfeifer8518]

I could listen to this man's life stories for hours. Fascinating.

[@terrytownsend5583]

Slow hand clap

[@Linlin.things]

You're gonna. 😊

[@drrrrzz9145]

i can already tell this is going to be special. and i appreciate the compassion he shows for his father by explaining the trauma he must have been dealing with, and not just painting him as a one-dimensional abuser. that kind of understanding and forgiveness must be difficult, yet is very admirable and human.

[@johnnyringo0506]

Wonderful interview, wonderful man. I am the wife of a 30 year homicide detective. Great respect for these men.

[@DawnHurtado]

A lot of respect for their families and supporters. ❤

[@jvw418]

Love my NJ. Thank you, Giovanni for serving our state and country. Love hearing your stories.

[@Pet_L]

I can imagine Mark sitting back, listening and not saying word thinking I’ve struck gold with this one!

[@user-nj9db2tg9w]

When Mark is silent during an interview…you know it’s a one of the really good ones!

[@nrosa4051]

Looking foreward to many more interviews with this gentleman . Thank you !

[@rdgz9774]

I love starting my day watching SWU interviews!! Thank you for your awesome work Mark!!! This is great!!!!

[@siggysuem]

Me too! Listen as I'm getting ready for work

[@carolseven3802]

Same! With coffee of course.

[@Dwoww1568]

My new wake up time is 3:00 am 😂

[@allisonkennedy5913]

I really enjoyed how Giovanni spoke in this first video and Mark if your telling us his 2nd and 3rd videos are even better I cannot wait to watch those when you post them. He speaks really well and you can tell in how he talks that he has a kindness to him, although he might have been rough and tough in his actions growing up lol his choice of words, along with his voice or how he chooses to speak reflects a softer more gentler side to him. Another gem Mark great job ❤❤

[@slaphead8835]

This guy looks like an actor. The mob look right out of central casting. Excellent interview. Can’t wait for parts 2 & 3!

[@erinarledge4690]

In my opinion, This is the best interview you have done

[@liamfoster3813]

Thank you Mark for all these intriguing videos. Especially all across America. Nice to see the diversity and variety across the country especially in my state new jersey

[@mirror0flife]

I can't believe this guy talked through for 1 and a half hour but it's like reading a good book you don't want it to end. The greatest story I've heard on this channel so far.

[@F1ght1ngIrish-]

It was longer than that it was like 4 hours but the videos were split up

[@m_starseed]

I highly recommend checking out his book "Giovanni's Ring"...I'm currently halfway through it.

[@mirror0flife]

@@m_starseed where can I find that?

[@ErnstGrobler]

​@@mirror0flife it's available on audible.

[@m_starseed]

@mirror0flife It's titled, "Giovanni's Ring". I was able to find a copy at a nearby library, but you can also order it online.

[@jesstandy7098]

It's the way he holds his hands 😊 steady, solid, stable. Beautiful energy 😊

[@stevenpiehl6199]

Interesting that you noticed his hands he held him in a Mudra fashion

[@yoongistongue4163]

Lol this is a traned position

[@Sallyskin]

Unataka kumkula?

[@BMO_Creative]

Interesting how most people say they "grew up with nothing", then go into hours telling you they had family, character, friends, roof over their head, clothes, private school, strict but loving parents, etc.

[@santi7470]

how dare you? They started with nothing- They built , saved- scraped to survive and go to "private schools". Did your people come from another country? Have you ever needed a bath but didnt have running water? Ever lived in low income housing? you have no idea what someone goes through . Shame on you

[@BCBCBC-e8i]

😂 calm down Santi he's got a point. A very good point actually

[@DebraZ]

Not to mention a school counselor who who actually gave a shit.

[@BMO_Creative]

Actually I came from all of the above... You don't know me... My point is that they had a lot, maybe not material things, but they had each other and were not alone and didn't compromise. BUT this guy is the kid that reaped all those benefits from his hard working parents... How dare I?? How dare he say they had nothing when they worked so hard to give him everything they had.

[@dawnboyd1784]

Strict parents? His father was abusive.

[@circuitdiva]

This is by far my favorite video you have done. Thank you Mark and thank you Giovanni for telling your amazing life story.

[@spharion7988]

No doubt!

[@brandeberryb84]

Somehow KZbin started me at part 3. I was so glad to find out there was more for me to watch after I finished. This man is consuming! I’ll watch or read anything he puts out. Thank you!

[@judytinker3392]

My father was from New Jersey so much of what this officer is saying is true cause I heard it from my dad. You know my whole life telling me about how it was back in the day.

[@VersusArdua]

There's no part of me that doubts this man could talk for 4 straight hours lol. Great stuff. Looking forward to parts 2 and 3 😊

[@tka1528]

These interviews and the ones about the mafia are best ones you do Mark

[@leslieholliday62]

Back before Bruce Willis got sick he would be perfect to play this guy in a movie. I'm just 26 minutes in and I'm already enjoying this guy. Thanks Mark for all that you do and I've got a good life story if you ever want to hear it

[@karenaguilar8116]

​@drooshmaroosh8261 she did not make fun of Bruce Willis. She complimented Bruce's acting ability.

[@5thdimension954]

@@drooshmaroosh8261key word “BEFORE”.

[@MrBushman123]

@@drooshmaroosh8261 Vegetative state?! I hope you or your loved ones never get to suffer from dementia. And a little tip: educate yourself.

[@karenaguilar8116]

@MrBushman123 maybe I missed it but can you point out were she said vegetative state? She said before he got sick. My mother had dementia so I have educated myself. Why be so sensitive?

[@leslieholliday62]

@@karenaguilar8116 thank you and you're exactly right I was not making fun of Bruce Willis, I just know that he would have been great playing this man

[@MrsM334]

Really enjoyed hearing Giovanni's story and can't wait for next episode. Thanks Mark.

[@alienautopsy9326]

One of the best guests on swu. There should be a series with Giovani telling stories

[@sharonsmutts]

Just listened to part 2, this guy has such amazing stories. Great listening to him. More more more....cant wait for part 3

[@wereedbooks]

Absolutely incredible interview. This man is a fantastic storyteller, edge of my seat for the last half of this. I cannot wait for the next part (and part 3).

[@MarlinWilliams-ts5ul]

This guy is impressive. Top notch.

[@flaminx0r]

Thanks for speaking to these people Mark. It's interesting to hear different walks of life, I really appreciate and enjoy your interviews.

[@Bellazme]

I have listened to many of your mafia interviews, and Giovanni sounds and speaks like a real Mafia character. Had to keep reminding myself that he was with the good guys.

[@ZipZap-r3u]

i drink these east coast tough guy vids like water. love the cop side probably more than the wise guy side

[@spharion7988]

This whole interview is "Pure Gold"...bravo, bravissimo!

[@carmelaburrone5029]

Excellent interview Mark. I can't wait to see the other 2 parts.

[@starlighthaze]

I'm captivated by his voice, absolutely loving listening to this gentleman. Can't wait to listen to the rest of the interview. ❤ Will have my son listen to him one day ❤️

[@tonysopranosduck416]

After seeing all the comments about “I can’t wait for part I & II!!”, I’m clicking off the video and waiting for all 3 parts to be up so I can binge and turn this handsome, articulate man’s story into a solid movie 🍿🍷

[@Jay41]

Not me expecting him to be a dermatologist 😅

[@jayeb4494]

I seriously clicked and wondered why a dermatologist was getting an hour and a half😂😂😂😂😂

[@joannerudolph5028]

I thought he made suits but didn’t understand measurements

[@aliciablanchard2500]

I almost didn’t watch because of the title

[@Alienspecies635]

Well there's thousands of different jobs so I am pretty sure not many people would have guessed that. Faulking weirdo 😂

[@Alienspecies635]

😂

[@sheridan7490]

This is going to be superb. If they had a Nobel Prize for storytelling this guy would get one. This is going to be captivating I just know it.

[@summrflowers7253]

I love when you interview people from my neck of the woods. I was born/raised in Jersey City NJ, which is right next to Bayonne. I don't live there anymore but I miss it, salt of the earth people back in those days.

[@thedonofthsht76-58]

I'll tell you what our necks are doing in your woods

[@MrEvilManDan1]

Jersey City here too! Greenville section; white.

[@summrflowers7253]

@@MrEvilManDan1 Summit Ave in The Heights, and then we moved to Princeton Ave before leaving the area for Bergen County.

[@billbbobby2889]

J. C. life long resident here, immigrated from another country. Tough as nails neighborhoods growing up, no transgender dumbshit, no prying on the weak and old, no stupid gun / knife standards. Just your 2 fists, back, body, high family morals, working like an animal, helping and supporting anyone you can. God wants it that way. You earn a lot of self respect that way, and your spirit resonates with God's Work to be done on earth. A little fun and alcohol breaks it all up and makes things more fun and better. Prayer is your Saving Grace. TOO MUCH PRIDE destroys all that is good. Thank You Great Lord Above for all the great family experiences to make life better for everyone.

[@billbbobby2889]

​@@MrEvilManDan1 Greenville man, you rock. Here also, fighting like cats and dogs, and respecting all life as you get older.

[@chuck51561]

I also grew up with nothing, my dad worked at Ford motor company in the 60's and 70's and we got by. My dad did not see the big money the Ford workers seen like in 80's and 90's did cuz he retired in 1981. My whole family was in the service except me due to a heart condition. So I was raised in a hard life back then, you did not talk back to my military father. also my father was a alcoholic and that was HELL to live with.

[@StudSupreme]

Everything about this guy - where he grew up, his family history, the way he speaks and gestures, his clothing style.....he's practically a brother. Dio vi benedica, Giovanni Rocco. 🙂

[@larsmehlsen7413]

BEST INTERVIEW EVER !!!

[@jenniferthomason3431]

I can’t wait for the other parts. He is a captivating storyteller.

[@nickellereagle4337]

The way he pronounces mozzarella, you know he’s the real deal 😊

[@IceRed-hx1ld]

Relax

[@freedomlvr88.]

@@IceRed-hx1ld yours is dumbest response ever

[@IceRed-hx1ld]

@@freedomlvr88. shut up. I haven’t got to that part yet lol

[@IceRed-hx1ld]

@@freedomlvr88. thought you were talking about some mob stuff

[@benjaminperez7328]

He’s a master cheese maker………. So’s Paulie.

[@TaterTots380]

Love his name. Really enjoyed hearing Giovanni's story and can't wait for next episode.

[@CarryCotter]

New Jersey the land of story tellers

[@fifilamoore1718]

❤❤❤❤ The tough love of his Dad , saying kill your self, walk in front of a tram………. I’m guessing his dad deep down perhaps knew that his son wouldn’t, I can’t imagine the guilt had he decided to do that. I so LOVE and Admire how he’s honest about his upbringing but clearly holds no grudges or judgements on his Dad, clearly understanding he was most likely came from a similar upbringing. And no parent is perfect ever .Great storyteller, thank You 🫶🏼💓Fifi

[@KuzinaElizabeth]

Fascinating! I first heard his story on The Mob Museum channel and thoroughly enjoyed it! Such a charismatic man! Waiting for parts 2 and 3🔥

[@spartan198079]

Wow this guy resonated with me…I did everything that was the opposite of what my father wanted me to be….because of his control and aggression towards my mother and myself. I love my father and am so loyal but he tested that to the max. I legit had the thought process…what will hurt him the most? Sounds so messed up but my thought process was, if he can feel the hurt I feel maybe he will change. Obviously that isn’t how it works…and once a person realizes this, that is when a person grows and succeeds in life.

[@urpreposterous682]

Growing up, I endured abuse from my father, and the women in the family didn’t intervene to help. I vividly remember one time when he was supposedly "disciplining" me, but it turned into something much worse. He hit me in the face, grabbed my cheeks with one hand, and lifted me off the ground. My grandmother, watching, only said, "Not in the face!" That moment is etched in my memory forever.

[@saudigold50]

Well spoken gentleman. NJ & NY rule with an iron fist.

[@InkaPley]

Da

[@therealpattypooh]

I was supposed to start working 1h ago, I can't stop listening... I can't believe that this is real life and not a movie 😮

[@GRyanBee]

Where do you work? I'll call you in. 😅

[@elisabethmammen2208]

Same lol

[@therealpattypooh]

@@GRyanBee 🤣

[@therealpattypooh]

@@drooshmaroosh8261 why would he lie?

[@k.m.m.9977]

Another amazing job Mark! Keep grinding!

[@margopack6343]

Great interview, can’t wait for the second part.

[@917hazel]

Sometimes a thin line between law enforcement and those in organized crime.

[@richinmass]

This is such an enjoyable listen, Man can this man talk! I feel like he could make an impact on kids lives if he spoke to young men in school.

[@jenniferlowery6586]

Gio is definitely a very captivating speaker.

[@EdwinUrena-r7f]

This guy looks like he know's someone who know's somebody.

[@onthestreets8369]

This is a pretty interesting interview and this guy is a good story teller. Keep NYC area people coming.

[@jake9705]

I feel like I had the worst high school guidance counselor ever 😂 Sophomore year I was feeling extremely lost, so I took initiative and visited my counselor for the first time ever. I think I bothered her at the start of her lunch break. She rudely asked what I wanted to do when I grow up. I politely said, "I don't know, that's why I'm visiting you today." She said, "Come back when you know what you want to do." I left her office confused and humiliated.

[@donacatanguma]

Ditto 💯 %.

[@ducksinarowpatience]

That is really weird it was close to 50 years ago, but I think that I had the same experience.

[@Ryan-KushLifeDragons]

Exposure to both worlds provides a priceless education and often resourceful survival skill sets.

[@InkaPley]

Indeed❤

[@ArdenSinn-oz3hq]

What an excellent memory. And the verbal ability to reiterate everything is 💯 % . ❗ What a guy.

[@m_starseed]

Giovanni's interview inspired me to find a copy of his book, "Giovanni's Ring." I checked it out at my local library and have been diving in!

[@Atticushanlon]

Incredible. Meaningful for fathers of sons.

[@InkaPley]

Agreed. Many important Integral aspects of live explained.

[@drbeavis4211]

The DeCavalcante family was partly what David Chase modeled the Sopranos on. Pretty cool to hear this interview, good stuff.

[@Herewearenowentertainus]

Wow Mark. Looking forward to the rest!

[@joegreen8918]

I thought I clicked on a Mobster, I clicked on the police 🤔

[@razesmile4703]

Easy mistake to make

[@RobertasRekasius-s7f]

Same

[@Minabobina007]

@@razesmile4703😂

[@EvigPsykos]

Holy fuck, these episodes with guests that can carry their stories along for 1h+. They all have something special, the "spark" or whatever you choose to call it. Inspirational, entertaining and wholesome

[@aprilw.4916]

Yes. I notice the longer the interview the better the story. I seek them out. Saw this is over 1.5 hours I clicked on it for sure!

[@DaisyRenee713]

This is SO GREAT I've watched both parts twice! Giovanni is art, the way he speaks ❣

[@elitepersonality9515]

I watched all 3 parts..I really enjoyed this man's story.

[@nidralux]

Another great one! Love those kind of storytellers, they manage to paint images so vividly, like watching a movie.

[@lesmokealotesquair8288]

We need that part 2 asap mark respectfully of course

[@kathyepp7030]

Great story teller, could listen all day. I have no doubt the job is intense. You speak so calmly about it but, in the moment of a deal the adrenaline rush must be insane.

[@IL0VEU2]

Incredible! Raw and captivating. Could listen forever.

[@levikiddd]

cool to see stories of people from north jersey its where im from / live

[@donnawilson1495]

Great interview. I have headphones on and listening to Giovannis story like its an audio book. Was great. 😊 Well done Mark.

[@sidbobby3233]

Cant wait for other parts, really enjoyed this what a story teller. 🙏😎👊✌🇬🇧

[@mariak4572]

MY DAD GAVE FREE HAIRCUTS IN THE POOR NEIGHBORHOOD, WHERE HIS SHOP WAS. A LOT OF PEOPLE HAD A LOT OF KIDS. I SAW HIM TAKE OFF HIS SHOES AND GIVE THEM AWAY. HE ALWAYS HAD MITTENS AND HE WOULD PASS THEM OUT TO THE LITTLE KIDS ON THEIR WAY TO SCHOOL.

[@Toonces666]

God bless your sweet dad!

[@lindafoulke6984]

Another great interview Mark. I’m looking forward too the rest…

[@Deckardrick007]

I cant wait for the next part. This is going to be good!

[@SteveJ-o3o]

" It's not the grades u make, it's the hands u shake " . It's about relationships that matter in life. Grades are dumb. Basing somebody's intelligence by what type of a score someone gets on a test is ludicrous !

[@FieldMarshalRommel23]

We have a similar saying here in Dublin. “It’s not what you know, it’s who you know”

[@InkaPley]

Same in Russia..and in the rest of the world as far back as human history goes.

[@CarRepoMan]

If was involved with the mafia or any illegal activity, the last thing I would do is come on Soft White Underbelly… and talk about it.

[@Malmo117]

Agree!

[@donacatanguma]

He’s a published author. It’s probably how he hooked up with Mark. Giovanni Rocco is a pseudonym, but you’re 100% right - with these tell all books I often wonder how they keep themselves safe from becoming victims of vengeance for such a huge betrayal of trust. Even with living in an “undisclosed place” and using a fake name, his photo is still plastered all over the place. And I’m sure that SWU is not the only interview he’s done.

[@k_roc200-32]

WOW! he's definately never at a loss for words!!

[@brianduddy349]

Bayonne in the house lol. Grew up there too. Was a decent town back in the day. Was a downtown guy too. Even in the 80s and 90s was that downtown split.

[@proudamerican1278]

What a really well spoken man. Good listening.

[@KCCardCo]

New York is one of those few places where opportunity is everywhere.

[@Jenny-uv4dl]

Good & bad

[@elainehendrix8788]

THAT IS THE MOST INTERESTING STORY AND TELL ALL THAT IVE EVER HEARD! 2ND ONLY TO REBECCAS STORY THIS IS MY 2ND FAVORITE STORY YOUVE HAD ON SOFT WHITE UNDERBELLY, MARK! GREAT JOB! HOPE GIOVANNI IS SAFE AND LIVING OUT A HAPPY LIFE NOW TOO. MAY GOD BLESS HIM AND HIS BELOVED FAMILY. WHAT A BRAVE GUY HE WAS TO DO ALL HE DID! 🙏💝💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕

[@mattsweeny3957]

Were about the same age G. Barely got out of HS too. Getting in to plumbing & heating saved me..

[@mikeobrien288]

When I was a kid I didn't like cops. I'm from the same background as Giovanni. When his story unfolded I was thinking of Rebecca and that poor boy with the beard who grew up in a drug addled home in Ohio and he even mentioned the honor roll students from high school who became junkies. I'm not a religious person but this guy is a blond haired Italian avenging angel. God bless him.

[@debbie2490]

this is great cant wait for the next G is a great talker and a gentlemen ..tells is story so well its fasinating to listen to some one who lived both sides of the fence ..he defo chose the best side to take with is carear

[@paulajanegermack2299]

He's a good storyteller. Being Italian, I get it. ❤

[@CezaraCereals]

I watched the whole version in one go while working on an art piece. It was magnificent

[@danipack1312]

Feels like a holiday at my house. We love a good story! I dont understand how fans of this channel could hate or talk shit on anyone.

[@InkaPley]

❤

[@N.R.S.412]

Great interview so far

[@staciewhite6442]

Sometimes we underestimate the massive effect trauma can have on us..idk why society views diagnoses such as ADHD as “better” than being forthright about witnessing domestic violence, being emotionally abused, etc.

[@izzydeadyet7336]

It’s easier to slap a label on it and condense all that into something that can be medicated, capitalize on trauma

[@missyjack3247]

Much like addiction there is no pill for trauma. Pharmaceutical companies assist in the stigma of mental health and addictions. They are not driving healing, they are pushing a bandaid in the form of a pill.

[@ritamccomas9271]

😊Good morning, Mark🌻

[@gabiboice6429]

Can’t wait for part 2 and 3

[@musicmaster158]

Apparently he didn't learn to stand outside of the liquor store and ask someone one to buy the liquor 😂

[@lucillem2639]

Oh man! Whatta cliffhanger! Thank goodness there's a part 2

[@livalazdina3450]

its just a pleasure to listen to your story, thank you

[@nrosa4051]

Excellent interview thank you 🇮🇹🇨🇦

[@goldenniblings]

Glued to my screen the entire time of part one.

[@Never-q6f]

Your videos are FANTASTIC!!

[@JesseRrr]

Very good content!