One of Crime & Entertainment's most controversial guests is back in the saddle again. Today we dive into Anthony's relationships with some of the more well-known members of Organized Crime. We discuss guys like Henery Hill, Jimmy Burke, Paul Vario, John Gotti, Greg Scarpa, and Sonny Franzese. Buckle up as we go Round 2 with Anthony Raimondi here on Crime & Entertainment.

Grab Anthony's book here:
https://www.amazon.com/When-Bullet-Anthony-Luciano-Raimondi/dp/1684566444

Check out Anthony's Podcast on Spotify here 
https://open.spotify.com/show/6UHE2q7m93gZf4Zt4R7mdW

Folks, today on Crime & Entertainment we have a very special guest, Michele McPhee. She is a bestselling author, Emmy-nominated investigative reporter, and award-winning journalist. Michele has spent two decades covering terrorism, murder, mobsters, and corruption for television, newspapers and radio. Michele's investigative work has led to gunpoint threats delivered by angry Boston mobsters, a frightening encounter on KKK-protected dirt roads in Arkansas, threats from gang bangers, and IRS audits. She chased Gianni Versace’s killer around South Beach, Miami and even snuck into John Gotti’s wake in Queens. Michele was also on the ground at the scenes of two terrorist attacks on American soil. She was among the first reporters at Ground Zero when two human-filled bombs hurtled into the World Trade Center towers on September 11, 2001. She was also a witness to the carnage unleashed by two homegrown terrorists who detonated two pressure cooker bombs secreted in backpacks placed in the crowd along the finish line of the Boston Marathon on April 15, 2013. She went on to write a book about the FBI’s involvement with accused Boston Marathon bomber, Tamerlan Tsarnaev. Buckle up and listen to the daring ventures experienced by Michele McPhee here on Crime & Entertainment.

Here is a link to Michele's website
http://michelemcphee.com/

Michele's own podcast can be found here
https://mayhempod.com/

Today on Crime & Entertainment we talk to former deep cover FBI agent Giovanni Rocco, He went undercover as a hardened criminal for over 2.5 years, during that time he was undercover in the New Jersey Mafia in the DeCavalcante Crime Family. In the end he took down 10 members of the DeCavalcante Crime Family who were in fact the inspiration for HBO's hit Television series The Sopranos. Giovanni Rocco successfully worked his way into the DeCavalcante hierarchy, collecting enough evidence to deliver a massive blow to the Mafia organization. Rocco describes dramatic moments & provides insights into the dangerous world he inhabited, which keeps him in hiding to this very day. He eventually wrote a book to detail this wild ride that not many men would dare take, you can find a link to his book below in the show notes. So, buckle up and let's hear the infiltration of the "Real Sopranos"

Oscar Goodman was born and raised in Philadelphia, PA. After completing high school, Goodman went on to receive his J.D. degree from the University of Pennsylvania Law School. This eventually prompted a move to the Land of Milk & Honey - Las Vegas, Nevada. During his career as a defense attorney, he represented some of the top members accused of leading organized crime such as: Meyer Lansky, Nicky Scarfo, Herbert "Fat Herbie" Blitzstein, Phil Leonetti, former Stardust Casino boss Frank "Lefty" Rosenthal, and Jamiel "Jimmy" Chagra, a 1970s drug trafficker who was acquitted of ordering the murder of Federal Judge John H. Wood, Jr. One of his notorious clients was reputed Chicago mobster Anthony "Tony the Ant" Spilotro, who was known to have a short and violent temper. In the semi-factual 1995 movie Casino, the character of Nicky Santoro was based on Spilotro, and was portrayed by actor Joe Pesci. Goodman had a cameo appearance in the film as himself, where he was depicted defending “Ace Rothstein,” a character closely based on Lefty Rosenthal, and played by Robert De Niro. Eventually on June 8, 1999, Goodman was elected mayor of Las Vegas after he received 63.76% of the votes, while his opponent, then-Las Vegas City Councilman Arnie Adamsen, received 36.24% of the votes. In 2003, Goodman was re-elected for a second term, and defeated five opponents after he received 85.72% of the votes. On April 3, 2007, he was re-elected to a third and final term, with 83.69% of the votes when he once again defeated five opponents. Despite having been called Las Vegas’ “most popular mayor,” the city has term limit laws that restrict mayors to a maximum of three terms. In 2011, Carolyn Goodman, wife of Oscar, was elected to succeed her husband as mayor after she earned 60% of the votes. Please listen in as we take you on a journey from Mob Lawyer to Las Vegas mayor here on Crime & Entertainment.

Grab Oscar's book here:
https://www.amazon.com/Being-Oscar-Lawyer-Mayor-Vegas-ebook/dp/B00C8X1CAY/ref=sr_1_1?crid=8FGHLE6WXORS&keywords=oscar+goodman&qid=1654447619&s=books&sprefix=oscar+goodman%2Cstripbooks%2C83&sr=1-1

Anthony Raimondi was born into a world that most people have never dared to venture or experience-the world of organized crime. Both of his grandfathers were members of The Black Hand, and his father was a made member of the mafia of New York. On today's podcast, Anthony tells us about growing up around guys like Lucky Luciano, Meyer Lansky, Frank Costello, and many other mafia heavyweights. We hear first-hand how rampant corruption, payoffs, bribes, treachery and even assassinations in the Vatican are all part of everyday life. So, strap in and take a listen to Anthony Raimondi here on Crime & Entertainment.

Today on Crime & Entertainment, we are delighted to have accomplished actor, Dan Grimaldi. Most of our fans will recognize him from his role on the HBO television series, The Sopranos, where he played both twins Philly (RIP) and Patsy Parisi. In addition to his role on The Sopranos, he has also had some film credits. His most notable role includes the mother-fixated pyromaniac, Donny Kohler, in the 1980 slasher film, Don't Go in the House. He has also had several guest TV appearances on popular shows such as Law & Order and Blue Bloods. Grimaldi appeared as an executive in the 2000 film, The Yards, and he also voices Frank from the bestselling computer game, "Mafia". Grimaldi earned a Bachelor's degree in mathematics from Fordham University, a Master's degree in Operations Research from New York University, and a Ph.D. in Data Processing from the City University of New York. We discuss all of his accomplishments and more on today's episode of Crime and Entertainment. 

Today on Crime & Entertainment we have Miami's own Dave Iacovetti. Dave grew up in a Mob Family, his dad, Fat Dave Iacovetti was a captain in the Gambino"s who ran the rackets in Florida. At a early age Dave had brush with the law himself, but he quickly realized that he was destined for something different. Growing up in Miami led him into being an extra in the movie Scarface and that lit a fire in Dave. He then dove into the Film & Entertainment industry head first. Dave was the CEO of Club TV, He's an author, and he had roles in Silent Partners, & The Mob King where he worked with former Crime & Entertainment guest Ciro Dapagio.  Tune in to this fantastic interview with Miami's own Dave Iacovetti.

Today on Crime & Entertainment, we sit down with a truly remarkable guest, Michelle Black. Her husband, Bryan Black, was the combat medic on ODA 3212, a Special Forces "Green Beret" team deployed to Niger, Africa. Unfortunately, this was the last mission for her husband, because he and 3 others lost their lives as tragedy struck. Green Beret Staff Sgt. Bryan Black was killed in action during an ISIS terrorist ambush in Niger in 2017. Following this awful event, Michelle vowed to herself and her two young sons to do whatever it took to find out the truth of what really happened on that horrible day. After interviewing the survivors of a deadly ambush, it became clear to Michelle that the deaths of her husband and several soldiers were avoidable – major mistakes were made. This Gold Star widow went on a quest to learn the truth about her husband’s death, but military officials refused to provide details. As a result, Michelle wrote a book titled, "Sacrifice: A Gold Star Widow’s Fight for the Truth" in an effort to bring attention to the inconsistent lies of the military and the challenge of learning the awful truth. Losing our brave American soldiers is a devastating, costly consequence of war. However, when those deaths are clouded in controversy and mistruths, it makes the tragedy even more difficult to comprehend. Michelle stopped at nothing to explore and investigate the details involving her husband's death. Listen to her compelling, heartbreaking but inspiring story here on Crime & Entertainment. 

Today on Crime & Entertainment we have former Chicago mob associate Charles (Chuckie) Miceli.
Charles was brought up in close contact with many organized crime figures of Chicago which were known as The Outfit. Though he did work for Law Enforcement for a short stint he had a close relationship with Outfit guys especially with Joey (The Clown) Lombardo. Joey wound up dying in a prison at the Supermax prison in Florence, Colorado after was found guilty of killing his former business partner Danny Seifert in, 1974. Joey was given life in prison by then Judge, James Zagel.
Miceli whom has provided documents to back up his claims to Crime & Entertainment to prove he petitioned judge Zagel to be able to take the stand at the Family Secrets trial, claiming he then 8 years of age witnessed Seifert’s slaying by a active cop that was tied into The Outfit. However, Judge Zagel had his testimony buried due to the fact that then-incarcerated Miceli had no credibility. Charles did in fact at age 56, serve a decade in a Florida state prison for defrauding investors involving a nightclub. Buckle up for a great show here on Crime & Entertainment.

Today on Crime & Entertainment, we have Lou Valoze. Lou is a retired ATF Special Agent with 24 years of law enforcement experience. His stories of infiltrating the toughest gangs in America will have you on the edge of your seat. Lou opens up on this episode and shares some of his unbelievable experiences during his time working undercover. Lou also wrote about these experiences in a book called Store Front Sting, which is available in our show notes below. The book explains the details of one of the most successful long-term undercover operations that many people are not aware took place within our law enforcement system. So, strap in and listen to this episode of Crime & Entertainment to hear more about Lou Valoze's story.