Best James Buccellato and Scott Burnstein Podcasts (2024)

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The Capture of El Mayo and Joaquin Guzman Lopez with Deborah Bonello 1:02:28

26m ago1:02:28

1:02:28

We sat down with Deborah Bonello to discuss the capture of Sinaloa cartel leaders Joaquin Guzman Lopez and El Mayo Zambada. Deborah is the author of "Narcas: The Secret Rise of Women in Latin American's Cartels."By James Buccellato and Scott Burnstein

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Hells Angels and Rizzuto Crime Family with Montreal Insider Ken Pereira 1:35:19

3d ago1:35:19

1:35:19

We sat down with Montreal underworld insider Ken Pereira. Ken was a whistleblower regarding Canadian labor racketeering and corruption in the construction industry. During his time as a labor organizer he interacted with Montreal underworld heavyweights like Raymond Desjardins and members of the Hells Angels and Rizzuto crime family.…

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The Life and Crimes of Mickey Cohen 59:34

11d ago59:34

59:34

We're discussing the life and crimes of iconic Los Angles crime boss Mickey Cohen. We discuss his connections to Bugsy Siegal, his war with the Italian Mafia, and his prison sentence at Alcatraz, among other details of his fascinating life.By James Buccellato and Scott Burnstein

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The Hoffa Mystery with FBI Agent Greg Stejskal 1:34:55

20d ago1:34:55

1:34:55

Scott sits down with retired FBI agent Greg Stejskal to discuss the disappearance of Jimmy Hoffa. Greg also shares his experiences investigated the Tocco-Zerilli crime family in Detroit.By James Buccellato and Scott Burnstein

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Was Gotti involved in the Giovanni Falcone Assassination? 29:20

1M ago29:20

29:20

We evaluate and discuss the claims of former Sicilian hitman Maurizo Avola. He claims John Gotti sent a bomb maker to Sicily to help with the assassination of Judge Giovanni Falcone.By James Buccellato and Scott Burnstein

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The El Chapo of Asia: Chinese Drug Lord Tse Chi Lop 1:00:40

1M ago1:00:40

1:00:40

We discussed Chinese drug lord Tse Chi Lop with author and journalist Stephen Marche. Tse Chi Lop is known as the "El Chapo of Asia." He was networked in with the Rizzuto crime family in Montreal, the 'Ndrangheta in Italy, the Yakuza in Japan, the Triads in Hong Kong, and Hells Angels in Australia. *We apologize for audio difficulties on this episo…

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The Life and Crimes of Eddie Nash 55:57

1M ago55:57

55:57

We examine the life and crimes of Hollywood crime boss Eddie Nash. Nash was connected to the infamous Wonderland Murders.By James Buccellato and Scott Burnstein

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Current State of the American Mafia 41:11

2M ago41:11

41:11

We examine the current state of today's American Mafia families.By James Buccellato and Scott Burnstein

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The Philly Black Mafia and Pro Boxing with author Sean Nam 56:57

3M ago56:57

56:57

Scott sat down with author Sean Nam to discuss the Philadelphia Black Mafia and its connection to pro boxing. Sean is the author of "Murder on Federal Street: Tyrone Everett, the Black Mafia, Fixed Fights, and the Last Golden Age of Philadelphia Boxing."By James Buccellato and Scott Burnstein

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Bronx Organized Crime with former prosecutor Robert Silbering 1:03:07

3M ago1:03:07

1:03:07

Scott sits down with former prosecutor Robert Silbering. Robert is the author of "Law and Disorder: How a Kid from the Bronx Became America's Top Drug Prosecutor."By James Buccellato and Scott Burnstein

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Connecticut Mafia with FBI Agent James Lawton 59:35

3M ago59:35

59:35

Scott sits down with retired FBI special agent James Lawton to discuss organized crime in Connecticut.By James Buccellato and Scott Burnstein

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Canadian Organized Crime with Former Undercover Agent Stephen Metelsky 1:19:41

3M ago1:19:41

1:19:41

Scott sits down with author, professor, and former undercover detective Stephen Metelsky. Stephen investigated the Canadian underworld in Ontario, Canada.By James Buccellato and Scott Burnstein

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Greek Mobsters with Author Nick Christophers 1:05:28

4M ago1:05:28

1:05:28

Scott sits down with author and Greek mob expert Nick Christopher.By James Buccellato and Scott Burnstein

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Philly Black Mafia with Author Sean Patrick Griffin 47:48

5M ago47:48

47:48

Scott sits down with author and scholar Sean Patrick Griffin to discuss his outstanding book "Black Brothers Inc." His book documents the violent history of Philadelphia's violent black mafia.By James Buccellato and Scott Burnstein

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Point Shaving Scandals and the Mob 37:49

5M ago37:49

37:49

Scott and Benny discuss point shaving scandals and the mob.By James Buccellato and Scott Burnstein

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Mooch is Back!!! Former Mongols MC Leader and the Ride of his Life 57:43

6M ago57:43

57:43

Mooch is Back!! Justin "Mooch" Deloretto joins us again to discuss his life as an outlaw biker. Specifically, we talked with Mooch about his new memoir "The Ride of My Life." The Doctor Jimmy B even joined the conversation.By James Buccellato and Scott Burnstein

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Buffalo Organized Crime with Reporter Dan Herbeck 44:49

6M ago44:49

44:49

Scott sits down with investigative reporter Dan Herbeck to discuss organized crime in Buffalo. For example, they explain and analyze the state's case against members of the Outlaws MC and alleged members of the Italian Mafia.By James Buccellato and Scott Burnstein

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The Capture of El Mayo and Joaquin Guzman Lopez with Deborah Bonello 1:02:28

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Hells Angels and Rizzuto Crime Family with Montreal Insider Ken Pereira 1:35:19

1
The Life and Crimes of Mickey Cohen 59:34

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The Hoffa Mystery with FBI Agent Greg Stejskal 1:34:55

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Was Gotti involved in the Giovanni Falcone Assassination? 29:20

1
The El Chapo of Asia: Chinese Drug Lord Tse Chi Lop 1:00:40

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The Life and Crimes of Eddie Nash 55:57

1
Current State of the American Mafia 41:11

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The Philly Black Mafia and Pro Boxing with author Sean Nam 56:57

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Bronx Organized Crime with former prosecutor Robert Silbering 1:03:07

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Connecticut Mafia with FBI Agent James Lawton 59:35

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Canadian Organized Crime with Former Undercover Agent Stephen Metelsky 1:19:41

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Greek Mobsters with Author Nick Christophers 1:05:28

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Philly Black Mafia with Author Sean Patrick Griffin 47:48

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Point Shaving Scandals and the Mob 37:49

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Mooch is Back!!! Former Mongols MC Leader and the Ride of his Life 57:43

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Buffalo Organized Crime with Reporter Dan Herbeck 44:49

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