Sit Down with Michael Franzese

By Michael Franzese

From a high-ranking member of the Colombo crime family to a man transformed by faith, Michael Franzese shares his extraordinary journey like no one else can. In Sit Downs with Michael Franzese, Michae... more

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July 10, 2025 Undercover FBI Agent Who Infiltrated Neo-N*zis, Biker Gangs and The Cartel
What really happens when you go undercover—knowing one wrong move could end it all?
In this sitdown, I talk with Scott Payne, a man who spent decades infiltrating biker gangs, hate groups, and some of the darkest corners of America. He shares the moments that nearly broke him: stripped at gunpoint, wired up, staring down men who wouldn’t hesitate to pull the trigger. Scott reveals how he survived—and what it cost.
We’re not talking Hollywood fiction. These are real ops that stopped murd*r plots, bombings, and rings you’d never want to imagine. Scott opens up about the mental toll, the adrenaline, and the split-second choices that mean life or de*th.
Most people will never know what it’s like to walk into a room, knowing you might not walk out. After this conversation, you’ll understand why we need people like Scott—and why the fight against evil never really ends.
Let’s get into what’s really happening behind the headlines.
Undercover FBI Agent Who Infiltrated Neo-N*zis, Biker Gangs and The Cartel

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1h 11min
July 08, 2025 What’s Really Happening Inside “Alligator Alcatraz”?
There’s a new prison in the Everglades—and it’s already got a nickname that sounds straight out of a horror film.
“Alligator Alcatraz.” That’s what they’re calling it. But where’s the line between truth and propaganda? Between punishment and politics?
The outrage is loud. The comparisons are extreme. But as always, the real story is buried under the headlines.
Let’s talk about what’s not being said.

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40min
July 03, 2025 Would I Ever Run for President?
“Will I ever run for office?” You asked—I’m answering.People have been pushing me to run for years. Some even suggested Congress, others said mayor, and believe it or not—president. But let me give you an answer to this burning question, along with the potential game-plan.One thing I can say for sure, If I ever took that seat… I’d do it one way: the right way. No selling out. No backdoor nonsense. Just straight talk and hard truths for the American people.But is that even possible anymore?

Would I Ever Run for President?

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32min
July 01, 2025 Mafia vs. Aryan Brotherhood: Former Leader Reveals All
He wasn’t just in the Aryan Brotherhood — he was one of the men calling the shots.
Rex Holloway was a high-ranking shot-caller inside the Aryan Brotherhood of Texas — a world of brutal politics, strict codes, and survival by any means. In this raw, no-holds-barred sitdown, Rex takes us inside the gang’s hidden structure, how power really works behind bars, and what separates the ones who make it… from the ones who don’t.
This isn’t just another prison story. It’s about control, fear, loyalty, and the price of respect inside the most feared prison gang in America.

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1h 25min
June 26, 2025 The Dark Truth About Justin Bieber’s Downfall
They don’t care about your talent — they care about what they can take from you.
In this sit-down, I’m speaking directly to Justin Bieber… but this message goes beyond one man. From Britney Spears to young stars caught in the Hollywood machine, I’ve seen what this industry does: it lifts you up, drains you dry, then leaves you to spiral alone.
Justin’s facing intense pressure — public meltdowns, money struggles, betrayal from pastors, and manipulation behind the scenes. I break down how it starts, why it keeps happening, and what it really takes to get free.
If you’ve ever wondered why the brightest stars burn out the fastest… or how a kid raised in faith ends up surrounded by wolves… this is the one to watch.
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The Dark Truth About Justin Bieber’s Downfall
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24min
June 24, 2025 My Thoughts on the Iran–Israel Conflict
They bombed Iran’s nuclear sites — but that’s not the whole story.

Everyone's talking about war, but very few are asking why this war is happening now. In this video, I lay it all out. The truth about Iran. The real reason they want to wipe Israel off the map. And why the U.S. is suddenly right in the middle of it.

This isn’t about politics. It’s about patterns. About decades of lies, deals made in the dark, and warnings nobody listened to.

I don’t care if you hate me for this — but if you care about America, our safety, and what’s really going on behind the headlines… then you need to hear this.

Because the next move isn’t just about bombs overseas. It’s about what’s coming here next.

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37min
June 19, 2025 Former Mob Boss Reveals What It Really Takes To Be a REAL Leader
What does it really take to be a boss? Not just in business—but in life?
In this exclusive lesson pulled straight from Michael Franzese’s private Skool community, the former mob captain who once brought in half a billion per month shares raw, never-before-heard stories about power, leadership, loyalty, betrayal—and the hard decisions that define a true boss.
No boardroom theory. No Instagram hustle-fake. Just real talk from a man who negotiated with mobsters, moguls, and politicians—and walked away from the life most don’t survive.
Backbone Media Group

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36min
June 17, 2025 Male Stripper REVEALS What He Experienced in Diddy’s House
They called them “Freak Offs.” What really went on behind those doors?
I sat down with Sharay Hayes — a former exotic entertainer who was subpoenaed to testify in the federal case against Sean “Diddy” Combs. He wasn’t chasing headlines. He didn’t volunteer. He was pulled into the courtroom by the government… and what he shared left me stunned.
Sharay opens up about what he witnessed inside Diddy’s house, his relationship with Cassie, and the bizarre, exclusive world few ever see — but many whisper about.
This is about power, control, and the hidden circles that shape the celebrity world behind closed doors.
If you want to understand what’s really happening behind the headlines… this is the one to watch.

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58min
June 15, 2025 Mob Life, Prison, Redemption: The Untold Story of Sean Scott Hicks
He spent over 20 years in prison… but that’s not even half the story.
I sat down with Sean Scott Hicks, a former member of the infamous Winter Hill Gang and someone who lived under the shadow of Whitey Bulger. From mass graves in Quincy to secret meetings in New York, Sean pulls back the curtain on the real underworld — not the Hollywood version.
But this isn’t just a story about crime. It’s about redemption, faith, and rebuilding a life after losing everything. Sean talks openly about solitary confinement, how a nun’s words changed his life, and how he went from being illiterate behind bars to building a music empire and festival today.
We talk real transformation, corruption inside prison walls, what’s broken in our justice system, and why America’s future depends on helping people find a second chance.
This is one of the most honest, powerful interviews I’ve ever done.
Mob Life, Prison, Redemption: The Untold Story of Sean Scott Hicks

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37min
June 13, 2025 The Hidden Agenda Behind the LA Riots EXPOSED
They called it a protest… but I saw something else.
This isn’t just about ICE raids or immigration protests — this is something else. A shift. A warning sign. A moment that reveals where this country is really headed if we don’t wake up.
In this video, I break down what the media won’t touch — the patterns, the messaging, the strategy behind the madness. Because when people start defending lawlessness… there’s usually something much darker underneath.
Trust me, I’ve seen these kinds of setups before. And it never ends well.

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37min

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