5 - The Commission Trial Begins

Host Anna-Sigga Nicolazzi sits down with former FBI Special Agent Ted Otto to talk about the current state of the New York mafia — and whether the five families are still active today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Massino's last stand delivers a message to the world of organized crime: this could be the end. And, law enforcement's attention gets diverted to new and more dangerous adversary.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The murder of Bonanno capo Sonny "Black" Napolitano sets the stage for Joseph Massino’s ascent as the last don, revealing the deadly consequences of betrayal in the Mafia's ranks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A botched mob hit transforms Michael ‘Cookie’ D’Urso into an undercover informant, setting the stage for a takedown of the Genovese crime family. ----- Mike Campi's new book "Mafia Takedown: The Incredible True Story of the FBI Agent Who Devastated the New York Mob" is available on November 12th, 2024 via Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or wherever you get your books.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the government closes in on Vincent Gigante, his carefully constructed facade of insanity begins to unravel, revealing the full scope of his influence and deception within the Mafia. ----- Mike Campi's new book "Mafia Takedown: The Incredible True Story of the FBI Agent Who Devastated the New York Mob" is available on November 12th, 2024 via Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or wherever you get your books.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The mysterious Vincent "Chin" Gigante evades law enforcement by feigning mental illness, orchestrating deadly power moves from the shadows while maintaining his elaborate act. ----- Mike Campi's new book "Mafia Takedown: The Incredible True Story of the FBI Agent Who Devastated the New York Mob" is available on November 12th, 2024 via Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or wherever you get your books.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The prosecution presents extensive evidence and tackles the defense’s strategies, aiming to expose the criminal conspiracy at the heart of the Mafia’s operations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Commission Case, NYC's trial of the century, kicks off in September of 1986, dragging New York’s mafia heads into court and thrusting the prosecution into their greatest challenge.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In an unprecedented move, Joe Bonanno breaks the Mafia’s code of silence, providing revelations that send ripples through the criminal world and bolster the prosecution’s case against organized crime.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A secret recording inside a luxury car reveals crucial secrets that could shake the foundations of organized crime, showcasing the lengths law enforcement will go to bring the Mafia to justice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.