The Joe Colombo Hit | Sit Down with Michael Franzese 

Met this man in person and even though there were 100 people in line he looked me in the eyes the entire time and had a sincere interest in my life and questions. He answered a big question I have about faith and guilt and i'll just leave that there. This content is fantastic and the fact we get this for free is amazing. Keep spreading your knowledge and faith Michael; it is helping many of us and has a tremendous ripple effect. God bless and good health brother!

Years ago I saw Michael Franzese on TV and he said "if you get called to a sit-down and think you're going to get whacked don't go". Brilliant advice!

I can't imagine how difficult it is for you to revisit these events. I have no doubt that what your dad told you about how things happened was true. He had no reason to lie to you about that. He had nothing to gain from it. I think they were threatened by your dad, and his potential for leadership and success. There's always such an undercurrent game of chess for power. I have found that, when put to the test, very few people are loyal and deserving of trust. That's why my circle has always been small. You are blessed to have a few very good people who have your back and mainly God - He has you covered! God bless you!

I read somewhere where Carlo Gambino ordered Joe Colombo Not to have the second annual Italian-American rally, because all of the attention it was drawing to the Mob. So when Colombo ignored this, he got hit according to this story I read.

Been interested in the history of "the life" for more than 50 years. Keeping names, dates, cities, family affiliations, etc. Michael, you bring first hand, real world knowledge and Gods' wisdom to us followers. Continued thanks.

Giovanni Ribisi is doing much better in this role as Joe Columbo than i thought he would.. Really enjoying this series

Love Michael’s stories, I’ve always wondered about the Joe Colombo hit. To me personally it seems that even if the other bosses didn’t actively sanction the hit against him they facilitated it in some way. Recently came across a newly released book by S.J. Peddie called ‘Sonny’, about Michael’s dad. Would be interested in hearing Michael’s take on it if he ever gets a chance to read it. Supposedly dictated by Sonny Franseze (God rest his soul).

As an Italian and family in south of italy I've always been fascinated with the mafia and its untold mystery, I'm 40 but the past year listening to your storys and Sammys have been wonderful..hope to see your tour in Glasgow.... God bless you and your family x

I 1st heard about this incident from the novel "Unintended Consequences" by John Ross. He goes on to say how no one was charged for the killing of the black guy, because the 5 that tackled him didn't say a single word to the police. Like in the movie Goodfellas, "You said nothing, they got nothing." With no evidence to who shot the black guy, the police had to let all 5 go.

Thank you for another great upload, look forward to these every Monday. Its one of the highlights of Monday, May have to go back to the daily grind but at least there's story time with Mr Franzese! Salute my friend!🍷

Love this guy mob stories...living in vegas and walking through the casinos here I always think about what deals would mike make now if he was involved in vegas ...awesome

I always wondered if it gives you the chills when you see all of the surveillance videos they had of you. Like kind of a creepy knowing eyes were on you at all of those times, and you had no idea. I'd be so weirded out.

Michael, Though I can understand your position and interest in that the IA organization, before Joe Colombo was shot, I remember seeing the news reports on it down in Philly. I asked my father what he thought about the us Italians standing up and demanding our rights. He turned to me and said, "We are a cultured people; why would we beg the uncultured to recognize our rights? It would be better to tell the government to just leave us alone." People who carry placards in the street demanding civil rights will never be free because they're demanding them from the wrong source. Our freedoms are unconditional, God-given, Natural Rights, not privileges conceded by a government.

Michael, thank you for always sending a positive message and the stories are great. They have gotten me through a few hard deployments.

I'm really glad we've got you to bring this information to us because I never thought I'd be interested in any of this stuff if it weren't for the content that you provide for us. Also, I always love how you always say Everything is great on this end PRAISE GOD FOR THAT!!! and again, God Bless you, Michael.

Ah man, can't get enough of these videos. Found you from your interview with Larry Lawton, love your content!

Thanks for another great video…Been a supporter since day one and will continue..Love the content so keep em coming Much support and love from VA!

Thank you for giving us the history on this event. I love watching The Offer and you were able to give us the full story behind the last few episodes and answer some questions I had. Thanks for all you do! Blessings to you and your family 😊

Great video Michael! Appreciate hearing what really happened during that time, cant wait for the other episodes in the series, God bless!

Michael thank you for shining a light on the events of that day. Your own first hand account are really valuable for those who want to know. Thank you.

Thank you Michael for all you provide. It is amazing the stories you tell. God bless you and your family.

Your channel is absolutely fascinating, learning of things that the average person would never know, thank you for sharing.

I love how you break it down and lay it out for everybody to understand, I thank you for all your stories and videos. Excellent content 👍👍

Another great video Mr. Franzese. I grew up in an Italian neighborhood in the Bronx and remember this incident very well. I was around fourteen at the time and still remember seeing the signs in all the local shops saying “This business will be closed on Italian American Unity day etc;…” and I also remember many of the Italian-American store owners weren’t the least bit happy about losing a full days’ business. I distinctly remember my best friend’s Dad who owned a butcher shop with his brother saying he was all for unity, but the wrong people were running the show.

It's bizarre when you think about it.. the league was founded to fight the stereotypes of Italian Americans as violent mobsters - by an Italian American mobster.. who was then assassinated in a hit set up by another Italian American mobster at a rally to fight those stereotypes.. I don't think a whole lot of thought was put into the concept to be honest.

Your uptick is probably thanks to “The Offer” getting people interested into the 1970’s mafia or Italian /Americans again. It’s great insight that you add to what he TV show offers. 🍷Salute to you Michael!! Your my favorite son!🕶🌞

The editing is just getting better, keep up the good work Michael!

Michael, Love the channel keep up the great content! My friends and I love sitting down and hearing these stories so please keep them coming! When will the wine be able to ship to Georgia? I'm sure you mentioned it at one point in a video but I cant remember. Look forward to ordering some!

Captivating Michael as always ... Just so interesting to watch. I've been subscribed to your channel for the last few months and I'm never disappointed. What's interesting to me as I watch this from a sleepy suburb in West London is that it doesn't matter where you are in the world, back stabbing and underhanded behaviour goes on in all walks of life.. sadly. None the less I look forward to seeing your next video and best of luck with your UK visit and hope to see you in London. Cheers mate.

You should do a favorite songs of the mob video. The kinds of songs you guys would listen to back in the day.

So glad to hear you talk about Joe Colombo. He seemed to have a big impact on you. It was sad to see him die.

Hi Michael, I’m from the UK. I saw you doing a few media rounds on British news stations a few weeks ago and I thought you came across really well like usual. Excited to see you tour the UK this year, keep up the good work friend 👍🏻

the guy that played dickie moltisanti in the many saints of newark would be a great joey gallo in a movie/show

Watching The Offer, really interesting, well done, been waiting for an updated review from you. Is it true, Lenny Montana was an enforcer for the Colombo family and got the part of Luca Brasi when Ruddy and Coppola met him when he was acting as a bodyguard for Joe?

I'm so glad I came upon your channel Michael. I've always been fascinated by mob history. I practically grew up watching and reading documentaries.

Thanks for the story and all the content Mr Franzese! A look inside a world I would never know, God Bless you and your family!

Much Respect from New Mexico , I love all the mob stories. This is real American history , always lessons to be learned.

Hi Michael! I hope that all is well. It is tragic that someone who was trying to take a stand against racial profiling was murdered. It must have been a sad and traumatic day for you. Thanks for providing personal insight on what actually happened on the day of the shooting. Lovely video! Best wishes!

Thank you. As I watch the series im glad you're able to bring more clarity

I really love your channel sir and really love that you’re a Christian and seem like a really great man. And for the record, your father was a serious stud. God bless his soul and god bless you and your family.

"The Offer "is such an amazing series glad to see you cover it.I was wondering if you were going to. I like the casting. Although I think they could have did better with Joe bonano. Are you ever going to cover Gomorrah or have you yet?

Brilliant video Michael, really enjoyed it, it's always good to hear facts especially from someone who was there, thanks Michael for another wonderful video.

Great video, thank you Michael. How do you feel about being portrayed in these shows and movies?

This and the Galante rub-out. Crazy.

Nothing better than a sit down with franzese making my Monday great hope you have a great week God bless

This is history you’re documenting forever. Thank you for making these videos!

Michael when I commented a couple weeks ago asking if you would review the movie 2000 Mules and you answered me and said you would watch it I didn't know you would actually have a sit down with Dinesh himself, hearing him talk about politics is just amazing, he is a true genius when it comes to that stuff. Michael i originally followed your channel because of your mob movie reviews but your most important videos are actually your political videos, why? because you are smart and really know what you are talking about and you present all the facts and are well spoken. you have a big audience and alot of people just don't know what's really going on in the world because of the fake media has almost complete control over the entire country, and your videos tell the truth, no bias whatsoever. so these videos are even more important then you think. Alot of times i learn what's going on in the world from your videos, (i barely watch the news anymore because they are incapable of telling the truth) Michael you really should start your own news site or news channel on youtube or even regular TV or even your own social media platform like trump did, or any service that can reach people. micheal we need people like you to help us in this day of age where all conservatives are censored, we need people like you and trump and dinesh and the small percent of others who are trying to help us. We need rich, powerful people with morals to fight against the democrats and their cancel culture and their evil ways. we need people like you micheal to stop the madness and stupidity of the what the democratic party has become. Us internet trolls or whatever you want to call us who make minimum wage have no power at all, all we can do is complain and comment online, but you micheal and all the rich and powerful conservatives need to use all the money and resources you have to fight back and turn this country back to what it was before all the idiocracy, do it for all of us the real americans who need your help. do what the democrats did, start a bunch of social media platforms and TV channels all for conservatives and beat them at their own game. there is really only one news station that tells the truth vs every other one that spits out propaganda. it's too unbalanced. so do what they did but instead of using the media to tell lies just simply tell the truth. because like George Orwell said: "In times of universal deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act"

Thanks for bringing us so much awesome content Michael .

Great video Thanks Yes been watching The Offer enjoyed it a lot Waiting for the next episodes

Much love from South Africa 🇿🇦wish we could have the honour one day soon to hear you speak in our country!🤞

The actor who played Al Ruddy in that movie went to my High School. It's a pretty good movie. Still hard to beat Donnie Brasco.

I have my own crazy theory. I think Jerome Johnson was sent by someone from Colombo's crew .once he shot his target they killed him so he won't talk .. I find it weird with all the commotions and caos after Colombo got shot that someone was able to spot Johnson and take a clean shot of him without no one else getting hit

Another great video Michael. Very informative. Very interesting. Also its great that you're going to the UK, I'm from the UK but I live in Australia, would be great to have a seminar/show from you in Australia. God Bless.

man I legit can't get enough of Michaels stories keep up the great work!

well spoken: ✔ Informative: ✔ history lesson: ✔ g.o.a.t.: ✔

Thank you Michael, I can personally agree that the backstabbing and treachery among other things happen in our Militaries. It's everywhere and sadly, a part of life. Information is power and money, and when those three intersect? Well, you yourself know the result. It's amazing to me how many folks are oblivious to what happens around them. Mayhap they're the lucky ones?? Or is it better to be hyperaware? I chose the latter because I choose too. Salute' 🇺🇸

Thanks for another amazing video. If you ever tour Australia I’ll be there in a heartbeat. Have a great day.

Always love your stories Michael. Don’t do too much but it’s the right amount of knowledge to know about the life.

You have grandbabies now Michael ! Doggies and Kitties are not animals they're people they're living creatures that have feelings ! 🐕🐈🐾

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Great Episode Michael I Love Hearing Your Perspective You Obviously Have Alot Of Insight Having Been Around When Alot Of These Events Happened Thanks For Sharing Be Safe And God Bless You

Just in time for a new video, thank you Michael!

Amazing story telling, Michael you are the real deal. Here at work listening too you and enjoying your content. Thank you

Really enjoy all your stories Michael. Thank you for everything you do!

Sir. Your audience thanks you. Again. The content is great. The content of your heart is better. The way you speak and chose your words. It’s a gentleman’s art lost in today’s era. Cannot wait until your close enough that I can make seeing a show in person a reality.

What an intriguing subject & you are the perfect commentator with subjective input. Thank you, Sir! I love the surprise visit by Nova!

I just subscribed to your channel, and I'm really enjoying your stories. Keep em coming.

I love your videos and I will continue to binge watch them 🙏🏽

Fantastic series..thank you for sharing your experience of what really happened.

150 k to go, thank you as always for the content. Love from Cincinnati to the crew. 🙏

I have just subscribed to your channel and love your stories and your honesty. I've always been intrigued by this topic. I hope you get your million subscribers. Bless you

Michael, you spoke at my school I think 10 years ago and I just found your channel. I don't know much about the mob, the mafia, or really anything like that, but I'm learning so much. And your story is one that gives such hope to myself and those who may need to feel empowered to get out of the spot they're in and you ALWAYS bring it back to Jesus and I love that. Thank you for being honest, for being authentic and for being a man after God's heart. Be blessed ... I hope to continue learning from you. ❤️❤️

If you ever having a speaking event in or around Baltimore MD I'm definitely trying to come check it out love the channel and the stories reminds me of the old days keep up the great work loved the book too

Fantastic video as always. Look forward to seeing you in Hull on 23rd July keep up the great work

Great as usual Michael and Happy Belated Birthday. God bless you and your family

I love your videos! God is good ge lead you down the path upu took for a reason and thankfully we all get to benefit with these videos. I spent the past week with covid so I've gotten to watch a lot of these videos. Thank you for sharing.

There's always that one person who misses it up for everyone

Hey Mike very informative and intriguing! Sad also too! You have yourself a great day!

Love all of the videos. I bought The Prince and your book. The Prince was terrifying reading about the different types of government, basically. Moving on to yours next.

Love all of this info., and the stories are amazing. Excellent job mr. Franzese!

I'm away on holiday ( vacation ) Micheal when you're on in Liverpool. Absolutely gutted would have loved to have seen you. Take care pal and hope the tour goes well.

Hey Michael, us Brits are looking forward to your visit. Always welcome!

Great video Michael! I vividly remember the incident. Appreciate all you do in your ministry. I just recently saw in one of my old books called, "A Pictorial History of the Mafia", a note about your dad that says that the house where you were raised was bugged by the FBI while it was being built. Is this true? Thanks & God Bless you!

Great video ‘Michael!. I’ve been watching the offer and really really like it. Great show!

Another good vid.I just finished your audio book Mafia Family. Was particularly thrilled when I heard your voice reading.I loved it.Ive watched ALL of your vids.I mentioned to you b4 that I spent 4 years in New York Jersey city Bayonne srea for 4 yrs in the middle 70s.NY was like the wild wild west.If you havnt watched the yourube vid New York 77 the coldest day in hell I'd highly recommend you watch it.

Hay Mike. Thanks for the video

I told my AA group about you Michael and how inspirational you are . At times of need as crazy as it sounds I rely on your videos. Thanks for all you have done for me personally.

I've been a sub for a while Michael I love the content. I'm anxious waiting for the chance to have a taste of your wine. La vino te fas quappo. I didn't win a bottle in the contest so I guess I'm going to have to buy some soon lol. I haven't seen all your videos but I'm close. When I stumbled upon your videos, my mind was blown. I said to myself, good God Michael Francese is on RU-vid. I know the name and thought it was amazing. Still do to this day. You have very positive messages for your viewers and wish you the best in life brother. Keep up the great work

This episode was so interesting Michael. My grandfather was there that day at the rally. Your content is so interesting.

Keep up the good work sir. Truly enjoy your content.

Love your videos keep them coming.

Thanks Mike for all you do to keep the truth alive. God Bless

Great thanks for the chat. See you in England👍

Great insight Michael. Loved hearing stories about your dad’s era. I think The Offer is probably driving your subscriber growth. And vice versa you drive viewers for them. Now that he’s passed, you should collaborate with a researcher to write a detailed biography of your father.

Knockin' it out of the park as usual Mr. Franzese! Thank you.

it can't be easy to sit down and go over things that are close to you regardless of what life you've lived, respect for turning things around using your platform for the positive

Another great video! Thanks, Michael!

Love you’re videos Michael! Stay blessed

Love your content from the UK. Unfortunately won't be able to come to any of your tour 😑