How I Survived The Mafia Life | Michael Franzese 

What a time to be alive when you have a ex-mob guy able to tell his stories freely on the internet .

Unfortunately, a lot of people in social media are so negative. Just know that the majority of us here, understand and appreciate what you do. Thanks.

The best part about this channel is the fact that Michael is so honest about his crimes and the life he lived, but never glorifies it or makes excuses

You helped me forgive my family for leaving me for dead while I did 24 years. I'm 45 and I have a story to tell. Would love to exchange ideas even on a spiritual level.

How is Michael Franzese still alive? He's almost 70 and he doesn't look a day over 50, he's got a long way to go. Keep up the good work!

Because Jesus made you an offer you can't refuse.

As an atheist i have no problem with Michael sharing his faith.

I was raised Catholic myself and don't consider myself particularly religious these days, but I gotta say, your videos are breath of fresh air and probably do a lot more good than a lot of other Christians I've come across in my life. The way you speak about your faith while not judging others who believe differently is pretty inspiring.

Who woulda thought a Born-Again Christian Mob Capo would be such a reasonable and straight forward man!

God spared him for a reason, his life lessons are a warning to others, glad he shared it

Mr. Franzese I don’t mind you repeating yourself I could listen to you talk all day sir. Thanks for the stories and God bless.

There’s a humility that radiates from him. He seems like a great guy. Keep up the good work, Mike!!!!

As a Sopranos fan I enjoy the full story and not only the mob stuff

RESPECT to any man who has walked one side of life and has learned to live in another...it is FAR harder to unlearn something than it is to learn it, ESPECIALLY such a DEEPLY ROOTED lifestyle.

"The God Thing" is a very real thing. He just rescued me again today.

my wife didn't like it when I told her that everyone in the family needs to be an earner.

I will never get tired of hearing you speak about how Jesus saved your life. We appreciate the content. God bless!

You Sir talk a tremendous amount of common sense and show total compassion for for your fellow man I salute you.

A wise man once said "It will not be easy in the beginning, but it will be worth it in the end" Keep up the great work Michael cheers mate

" Blood is not thicker than water , but it's still family . " Absolutely life changing ..

Michael- I became a fan through my love of all things mafia- but have remained one for your remarkable transformation into a Godly man. Your story is extraordinary and God definitely has a purpose for you.✨

Another Muslim here who watches all your videos! 👏🏽

I wasn't even that interested in mobs then I saw this guy on some reaction video and now I can't stop binge watching videos about him. He just throws knowledge bombs one after another and he has the knowledge of the cool and bad side of things while immediately saying that he's not good with it and even telling people to avoid it.

Fantastic message on forgiveness and trying your best to love your fellow man. Thank you Michael.

Michael Franzese your story of spiritual rehabilitatin is inspiring. The stories you tell, and the lessons they teach are something many people need to hear. Your narration is top notch and your insights are invaluable. God bless my friend....may the almighty God continue to use you as a vessel for change and social reform

“Those who plant in tears will harvest with shouts of joy.” ‭‭Psalms‬ ‭126:5‬ ‭NLT‬‬ Hope all is well family.

Very inspirational for me - irrespective of your trials and tribulations, I'm certain that integrity, honor and respect is just part of who you are as a soul! Thanks Mr. Franzese - from Cape Town, South Africa!

Love what you're doing, brother! These days we are essentially taught to hate those with whom we disagree. I wish everyone would hear your message and your testimony and take it to heart. We would all be better for it. Keep up the GREAT work, God bless, and Merry Christmas, sir.

I'm glad your mom's prayers kept you safe, God bless you and your family. Keep up the amazing stories and positivity! -Another one of your Muslim brothers

Mike, love your motivational videos and all your insight. The fact these videos are free is amazing!! Thank you, Sir!! God Bless

Keep giving us the wisdom. It's much needed 🙏🏾🙏🏾

By far, the best session viewed so far... God bless you and keep you and your crew in all you do... to God be the Glory 🙏

"back in 1991, almost 20 years ago" I wish that was only 20 years ago 🙁

Mr. Franzese, I can't tell a lie: When I first heard of your RU-vid channel and outreach ministry, I dismissed it as just another scheme/front from a an allegedly retired Mafioso. I was wrong, and for that I sincerely apologize as one man to another. Blessings to you and your family....

I'm glad your still with us Michael. The experience and wisdom that you share definitely make many lives better. I know they help me...Thank you very much.

Thank you for this, Mikey- I'm a recent addition to your "crew" and just a few days away from the 3-year anniversary of finally fully giving my life to Christ. I love hearing the testimonies of my brothers and sisters and your story is truly an encouraging and inspirational one. Buon Natale and God bless you.

The level of understanding and love to accept your father agreeing with a contract on your life and still only speaking highly of him. Absolute class.

I feel like Michael is my long lost uncle that always gives the best advice.

I completly appreciate you and your content, Michael. Big Respect.

Man, Michael so much respect for you, all I have to say is you have my respect.

We can all agree that it's a blessing you survived the life you lived!!!! Happy to be a part of your audience!!!!

Michael can you do a American Christmas vs Italian Christmas? Like food, present, party, and more.

You're still here cause You've and continue to embody Loyalty and Honor. Salud Mr. Franzese.

Love the story of redemption, and how he openly shares where he came from and where his is now. Salt of the earth Michael

You've made an amazing turnaround, Michael. I'm glad you've changed and that you're here to tell us your stories!

Amen, Heard your testimony a few time at our church in Bakersfield California and we really enjoyed it! GOD Bless you my brother! Great word!

Good on ya mate! Forgiving yourself is harder than forgiving others. But forgiving yourself is the start of feeling love and compassion for others. It's never to late to re-evaluate your life and you are living proof. Happy 2021 Michael, that life helped make you the man you are today. What you've done since the life, is what makes you a rare breed indeed. Thanks and cheers from Oz. Not the TV prison, but the country and former British penal colony of Australia.

You’re right, can only tell those stories so many times. But we coming back to hear the lessons to be learned. Love it.

You are just genuinely an amazing man. I have a lot of appreciation & respect for your upstanding & genuine nature. Just one hell of a person.

The Father works in mysterious ways. You were meant to stay here, Michael. Thank you for showing us a view into your life!

I love your story thank you for sharing every week. My poor Brothers in jail. He got seven more years ago. He's in there for something that someone else did. He went in there in a very young age. 22 now he's 45. Life is not fair sometimes.

Thank-you Michael. Great message of safety, and forgiveness.

This content is so good, I've been watching youtube for years and when I see Micheal has posted it makes my day, a channel hasnt made me react like that in years. So so good 👌

Hello. Dear Michael, I'm here for more then just the mob "stuff". I appreciate what you do and the message that comes with it. A blessing indeed. I respect how you've taken control of your life for you and yours. A leader not a follower. Good luck. Everywhere.

You are living gods plan michael,keep doing good things in your new life!

I'm extremely thankful for everything you say and share Michael. It's really a blessing for me and for many others who look up to you to have the opportunity to watch your videos. I think you have saved many lives and families from getting devastated over the years and that may be your mission in this life and God's plan for you

Michael, you're going to hear "well done my good and faithful servant" ... and you'll get a crown! Thank you for being an awesome ambassador for our King Jesus!

I haven't seen or been where you've been but I seen some things and I appreciate your love for Jesús and your faith makes me realize how blessed I am and appreciate the things that I have. Many blessings 🙏

Michael . . . a " POWERFUL " message, much appreciated.

I stumbled on your page one dark morning. I wanna thank you for your inspiring words and the stories you tell. You prove that anyone and everyone can turn their lives around. Thank you sooo much for your words!!!!!

I really enjoy your content, every day above ground has the potential to be a life changing event no matter how old you are. Thank you for sharing with us.

Do you think raging bull would be a good mob movie Monday? You could discuss how they controlled boxing for many years. Take care paisan

Michael, I can't say this about many people, but I respect you very much. You are one of sadly few, who chose to follow their heart, and their faith, instead of accepting the hand that you were dealt. I personally am not a Christian, but I am a man of religion, we can leave it there, but it gives me hope to see someone such as yourself, make such a positive change, and stick to it. Thank you for all the experience and guidance you've shared with us Michael. Hopefully it will inspire others to make the change as well.

My biggest Motivator! Thank you for you're incredible stories. I love you're work keep it up!

It's amazing how much life changes when you give your worries and troubles to God.

Keep doing what you’re doing Michael I enjoy your service and the stories God bless you

This is my favorite RU-vid channel of all time!! God bless you Mr. Michael

I respect the way you run your you tube channel. Talk about what you feel is right. I think most all of your followers will keep watching and respect you more for it.

Im gonna start showing up to work at random hours. When they ask why, “ forgettaboutit!”...

I enjoyed this “come to Jesus” set of anecdotes greatly. Keep these coming, Michael.

Mike, you’re a real inspiration. You come across down to earth, kind and repentant. Amazing work and keep it going.

God Bless you and your family Mr. Franzese. I look forward to listening to your videos while I work.

How’s it going Michael? The change and commitment you made is inspiring. The strength you had to have and still have to make the decisions you’ve made is incredible. Most don’t have what it takes to turn their lives around. It’s unfair for anyone to pass judgment when no one but you walk in your shoes and have to live your life. I give you a lot of credit and have a great deal of respect for you, I know my words carry no weight but I truly appreciate the content you bring as well as the message that goes along with it. I was born catholic into a catholic family myself and I admire your faith, I wonder if there were times you ever questioned your faith? I’m 47 and have had at times struggled with my faith, through things that have happened in my life and things I’ve experienced at a certain point I looked back on my life and questioned a lot of things and still do to an extent but am getting better at not living in the past because I’m well aware I can only change my future and what I do today. Even in the times I struggled with my faith I’d say I don’t know what to believe, I don’t know. If there are spirits, ghosts, what does that mean? Is that our purgatory? After my father died when I was 24 I so much prayed for a sign from my father, something just telling me he was ok , that he was in a better place and for years I didn’t think I ever got one, years later I realized through my son being born a year after my father’s passing and how much my son was living my father and expressed mannerisms that my father had without ever knowing or meeting him. My Name is Irving Brown IV my son is Irving Brown V, so in honor of my father I kept the family name. My son was one of the biggest signs ever, almost a billboard yet I didn’t see it till I opened my eyes that for years we’re clouded with anger and pain and negative emotions. It’s only when I let that go and dropped resentment that I started seeing clearly. Family is a great motivator for change. If your someone who truly loves their family, you will do anything for them. Thanks again for sharing your life and your faith. Take care and stay safe and healthy.

Keep doing what you are doing Michael,haters are just haters they don't even love themselves..We appreciate and learn from your experiences, thank you :)

I appreciate your transformation and the stories you share! You’re on to bigger and better things! May God continue to Bless you!

I don’t comment often I just listen. But you are giving us information that we can apply to our own lives and families. Your positive reinforcement is what I need personally at this time. I will continue to listen and share with others. Thank You

I’m with you Mike , Praise The Lord !

God Bless you, Michael! You are such an inspiration!

Became a member of your channel today, Valentine's day. Love listening. You are interesting and inspirational. Thank You.

Mr. Franzese, I have watched so many videos you have made and I am a true fan. I love listening to your stories of the life you lived. Thanks so much for the very interesting things you relay to us. Stay safe and I can't wait for your next video.

Hey brother you never have to explain yourself anymore just keep with the good stories or you could call them teachings thanks Michael and have a merry Christmas.

it's strange that even people who don't believe in God, pray to him when things are really bad

You are such a Gentleman. ! Old school class in recommending Sammy's channel. Makes me appreciate you even more!

I believe Michael hit the nail on the head the whole thing. Great book as well.

Your just awesome, listening to your stories is just fascinating! God bless you and your family, stay safe 😃✌️ best wishes from Germany

You should do a series on the five families. History behind how each one came to be, the relationships you had with members of those families and which families like each other and which ones don’t. Also maybe where each family operates out of, etc. that would be great.

Michael love the stories, keep doing good works and talk about what is on your mind and in your heart!

Great insight. So glad you turned it around.

The hardest thing to do in life is forgiving others but when you think about jesus forgiving us humans for our sins , it’s a easy thing to do 🙏🙏

Anybody else see Coppola released a new version of the Godfather III? It's called the Godfather Coda: The Death of Michael Corleone. Just came out last week.

who would give this a thumbs down. michael is awesome so genuine, intelligent and respectful. totally rooting for your online success sir.

Good for you Michael i wish nothing but the best for you and your family and thanks for the stories and kind words of wisdom it reaches deeper and further than u may know!

I can’t wait for the day you and Sammy have a sit down and produce a joint episode or 2 for sammy’s new podcast!

You’re the smartest ex-mafia member ever 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

I absolutely believe you . I think there was a bigger plan for you. I’m glad you are out there doing. Continued doing the good work for others. I’m going through a tough time myself and watching your videos gives me great comfort. Thank you surf for that.👍🏻

Hello Mr Franzese, I have been writing and illustrating my very own comic inspired by your life's stories. I just want to say that I truly appreciate you sharing your life stories whether if it's anything to do with the mafia life or just hearing you giving motivation to others. I have been watching your videos and I absolutely enjoyed every one of them. You are such a gift to this world and listening to you makes me feel like I could come out of a bad situation as I also suffer from major depressive disorder. Thank you so much for spreading positivity and inspiring people like me. Much love and appreciation from Malaysia,

Forgiveness is an Amazing thing! God Bless

/announcers voice _"....He IS the Most Interesting Man in the World...."_ But seriously - I love how you are standing up for God.

Thank you for your honesty Mike. You seem genuine and speaking your truth is therapy for your soul. All the best 🙏👌😎

I think the biggest thing to back up your testimony is the fact that you're still alive. Thank you for being willing to share