In this episode of 'The Real Life in Italy,' we're following up our Understanding the Italian Mafia episode to specifically focus on Cosa Nostra.

 

Now, there's a LOT. This podcast episode is just giving you a basic understanding to put into context of your life as an expat in Italy. We'll cover a bit about  Cosa Nostra's history, organizational structure, and how it has managed to adapt and survive over the years.

 

Key historical events, such as the Maxi Trials in the 1980s and 1990s, are highlighted for their role in reshaping the mafia's operations. The episode also covers how the mafia influences today's Italy, including its impact on politics, business, and everyday life. I'll share a few antimafia movements you should be aware of, and details on how corruption happens today in Italy.I promised a lot of resources, so here are a few:

About the mafia in Italian food:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8hHVuK8cA04

To read: Midnight in Sicily by Peter Robb; The Day of the Owl by Leonardo Sciascia;

Sites to stay informed: AntimafiaduemillaAnd the list goes on, keep reading and learning about it as deep into as you'd like to know

 

Timstamps:

00:00 Introduction to Cosa Nostra

02:18 The Structure of Cosa Nostra

03:20 Cosa Nostra's Influence on Society

06:51 Initiation and Rules of Cosa Nostra

10:03 Historical Evolution of Cosa Nostra

12:34 Modern-Day Operations and Financials

15:02 The Infamous Pizzo and Anti-Mafia Movements

17:07 The Maxi Trials: A Turning Point

18:47 Legal Reforms Post-Maxi Trials

24:25 Modern-Day Mafia Operations

29:48 Conclusion: Living in Italy Today

 

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Thanks for listening to the Real Life in Italy.This podcast is for foreigners living in Italy, who are all just trying to make sense of it all.

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