Today we delve into the story of Genovese associate John "JR" Rubeo. Rubeo's father was connected to the Mob and he followed in his fathers footsteps. Eventually he was arrested for selling drugs and flipped to the side of the government where he agreed to wear a wire. His sights were set on members of the Genovese Crime Family as well as alleged Philly mobster Joey Merlino.GO CHECK OUT PROPHET X AND GET INVOLVED- www.prophetx.coUSE REFERRAL CODE- JEFFNADUJeff Nadu is an American Mafia and organized crime researcher, podcaster and content creator. He has worked at Barstool Sports and was hired personally by Dave Portnoy. His podcast "The Sitdown" with Jeff Nadu has put out hundreds of biographies on various mobsters, gangsters and criminals. He's also interviewed personally mobsters like Sammy "The Bull" Gravano, Dom Cicale, Anthony Ruggiano Jr, Gene Borrello and others as well as US Prosecutor John Gleeson and FBI Agents Joaquin "Jack" Garcia and Michael Campi. He has been personally endorsed by former Gambino mob captain Michael "Mikey Scars" DiLeonardo, esteemed author RJ Roger, and former Colombo Crime Family captain Michael Franzese.DISCLAIMER: My videos and podcasts are meant for entertainment and educational use. All material found in my videos reflect this use. ANY opinions and or statements of any guest is merely he/her's opinion. If you enjoy our show, please hit the like button and make sure if you're new around here you subscribe as well!
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Episode 206: Angelo Ruggiero
John Gotti is the most talked about person in the history of the American Mafia. His longtime friend Angelo "Quack Quack" Ruggiero is discussed but there are very few videos that delve into the complicated life of the Gambino mobster. Today we look into Angie's life, correct some myths about him and uncover what got John Gotti's best friend shelved from the Mob.Jeff Nadu is an American Mafia researcher, podcaster and content creator. He has worked at Barstool Sports and was hired personally by Dave Portnoy. His podcast "The Sitdown" with Jeff Nadu has put out hundreds of biographies on various mobsters, gangsters and criminals. He's also personally interviewed mobsters like Sammy "The Bull" Gravano, Dom Cicale, Anthony Ruggiano Jr, Gene Borrello and others as well as US Prosecutor John Gleeson and FBI Agent Joaquin "Jack" Garcia. He has been personally endorsed by former Gambino mob captain Michael "Mikey Scars" DiLeonardo and esteemed author RJ Roger. DISCLAIMER: My videos and podcasts are meant for entertainment and educational use. All material found in my videos reflect this use. ANY opinions and or statements of any guest is merely his/her opinion. If you enjoy our show, please hit the like button and make sure if you're new around here you subscribe as well!
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Episode 205: Inside ADX Supermax With Former Inmate Eric King
I have interviewed many people that have been to federal prison. Many have told me stories about doing time with some of the most dangerous people in America including gangsters, mobsters, traffickers and killers. Today though I speak to an individual named Eric King that's been in America's most secure federal prison, ADX Florence in Colorado. We talked about his journey as a convict in getting there, to his time inside and much more. He also filled me in on stories about mobsters like Vincent Basciano and Tommy Pitera as well as gangsters like El Chapo and Wayne "Silk" Perry.Jeff Nadu is an American Mafia researcher, podcaster and content creator. He has worked at Barstool Sports and was hired personally by Dave Portnoy. His podcast "The Sitdown" with Jeff Nadu has put out hundreds of biographies on various mobsters, gangsters and criminals. He's also personally interviewed mobsters like Sammy "The Bull" Gravano, Dom Cicale, Anthony Ruggiano Jr, Gene Borrello and others as well as US Prosecutor John Gleeson and FBI Agent Joaquin "Jack" Garcia. He has been personally endorsed by former Gambino mob captain Michael "Mikey Scars" DiLeonardo and esteemed author RJ Roger. DISCLAIMER: My videos and podcasts are meant for entertainment and educational use. All material found in my videos reflect this use. ANY opinions and or statements of any guest is merely his/her opinion. If you enjoy our show, please hit the like button and make sure if you're new around here you subscribe as well!
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Episode 204: Philly Mobster Frank Sindone
Philly Mafia don Angelo Bruno is one of the most successful mob bosses of all time. We have heard through many media outlets the story of how certain mobsters plotted to take him out. That said, we don't know much about the man based in Philadelphia that was involved, a man Frank Sindone. Today we delve into the life of Sindone, a vicious but huge earner for the Philly Crime Family.Jeff Nadu is an American Mafia researcher, podcaster and content creator. He has worked at Barstool Sports and was hired personally by Dave Portnoy. His podcast "The Sitdown" with Jeff Nadu has put out hundreds of biographies on various mobsters, gangsters and criminals. He's also personally interviewed mobsters like Sammy "The Bull" Gravano, Dom Cicale, Anthony Ruggiano Jr, Gene Borrello and others as well as US Prosecutor John Gleeson and FBI Agent Joaquin "Jack" Garcia. He has been personally endorsed by former Gambino mob captain Michael "Mikey Scars" DiLeonardo and esteemed author RJ Roger. DISCLAIMER: My videos and podcasts are meant for entertainment and educational use. All material found in my videos reflect this use. ANY opinions and or statements of any guest is merely his/her opinion. If you enjoy our show, please hit the like button and make sure if you're new around here you subscribe as well!
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Episode 203: The Bonanno Crime Family In 2025
Over the next few weeks I will delve into what each of these Mafia families looks like today. I will uncover the leadership, notable members and much more. In this video we delve into the dysfunctional Bonanno Crime Family. Names mentioned include Michael Mancuso, Bruno Indelicato, Robert Lino and Fabrizio DeFrancisi who was once connected to the infamous Bath Avenue Crew.Jeff Nadu is an American Mafia researcher, podcaster and content creator. He has worked at Barstool Sports and was hired personally by Dave Portnoy. His podcast "The Sitdown" with Jeff Nadu has put out hundreds of biographies on various mobsters, gangsters and criminals. He's also personally interviewed mobsters like Sammy "The Bull" Gravano, Dom Cicale, Anthony Ruggiano Jr, Gene Borrello and others as well as US Prosecutor John Gleeson and FBI Agent Joaquin "Jack" Garcia. He has been personally endorsed by former Gambino mob captain Michael "Mikey Scars" DiLeonardo and esteemed author RJ Roger. DISCLAIMER: My videos and podcasts are meant for entertainment and educational use. All material found in my videos reflect this use. ANY opinions and or statements of any guest is merely his/her opinion. If you enjoy our show, please hit the like button and make sure if you're new around here you subscribe as well!
Welcome to the Sit Down, a crime history podcast that delves into the long obsessed archives of crime. Weekly, we look at the sinister and evil lives of the world's most ruthless people. Ones that are both alive and dead. Everything from the Mafia, to the drug trade, cartels, terrorists, war criminals, serial killers, white collar criminals and more. Hosted by Jeff Nadu.
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