Milwaukee Mafia

In this episode we learn about a fence, and his involvement in drug deals and bank robberies -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin. He has written several books on the subject and regularly speaks across the country. Get Gavin’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Gavin-Schmitt/e/B00E749XFS Book Gavin for a Presentation: https://gavinschmitt.com/

Eric drills gavin about the Milwaukee Mafia documentary he was featured in. -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin. He has written several books on the subject and regularly speaks across the country. Get Gavin’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Gavin-Schmitt/e/B00E749XFS Book Gavin for a Presentation: https://gavinschmitt.com/

In this episode we here about John education. In addition to the story we here first hand from John about stories of college life -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin. He has written several books on the subject and regularly speaks across the country. Get Gavin’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Gavin-Schmitt/e/B00E749XFS Book Gavin for a Presentation: https://gavinschmitt.com/

In this episode we look at very puzzling and unsolved murder of Louis Fazio who we discussed a little in a previous episode -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin. He has written several books on the subject and regularly speaks across the country. Get Gavin’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Gavin-Schmitt/e/B00E749XFS Book Gavin for a Presentation: https://gavinschmitt.com/

In this episode Gavin discusses any connection with Narcotics and Grande Cheese -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin. He has written several books on the subject and regularly speaks across the country. Get Gavin’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Gavin-Schmitt/e/B00E749XFS Book Gavin for a Presentation: https://gavinschmitt.com/

In this episode we learn about an unknown informant known as X and things he said he witnessed about the Milwaukee Mafia -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin. He has written several books on the subject and regularly speaks across the country. Get Gavin’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Gavin-Schmitt/e/B00E749XFS Book Gavin for a Presentation: https://gavinschmitt.com/

Gavin discusses current rumors on Mob activity -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin. He has written several books on the subject and regularly speaks across the country. Get Gavin’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Gavin-Schmitt/e/B00E749XFS Book Gavin for a Presentation: https://gavinschmitt.com/

In this episode Gavin discusses the things he has learned going through a 1300 Page police file -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin. He has written several books on the subject and regularly speaks across the country. Get Gavin’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Gavin-Schmitt/e/B00E749XFS Book Gavin for a Presentation: https://gavinschmitt.com/

Here an episode of one our sister shows, Fox Cities Murder and Mayhem -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin. He has written several books on the subject and regularly speaks across the country. Get Gavin’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Gavin-Schmitt/e/B00E749XFS Book Gavin for a Presentation: https://gavinschmitt.com/

Gavin answers a listener's question related to researching criminals who may have the same name as their cousin or another family member due to traditional Sicilian naming practices. How does Gavin figure out if it's the right person? -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin. He has written several books on the subject and regularly speaks across the country. Get Gavin’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Gavin-Schmitt/e/B00E749XFS Book Gavin for a Presentation: https://gavinschmitt.com/

In this episode we talk about a man who works with the mafia to get a 2 million dollar loan to build his dream of being a tuna fisherman -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin. He has written several books on the subject and regularly speaks across the country. Get Gavin’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Gavin-Schmitt/e/B00E749XFS Book Gavin for a Presentation: https://gavinschmitt.com/

Gavin answers a listener's question about his thoughts on mafia movies. In his response, Gavin names some of the best mafia-related movies as far as accuracy, and some that are less than great. As a bonus, this episode's conversation takes a detour to answer a listener's question about the difference between "mafia" and gang". Fun fact: Did you know that Gavin has rated over 8,000 movies? Check out what he's watching on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/Gavin6942/ [not sponsored, just a movie lover] -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin. He has written several books on the subject and regularly speaks across the country. Get Gavin’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Gavin-Schmitt/e/B00E749XFS Book Gavin for a Presentation: https://gavinschmitt.com/

In this episode Gavin talks about Hugh O'Connell and the great risk he takes on Joseph Balistrieri -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin. He has written several books on the subject and regularly speaks across the country. Get Gavin’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Gavin-Schmitt/e/B00E749XFS Book Gavin for a Presentation: https://gavinschmitt.com/

Gavin and Eric discuss a listener's question related to mafia members changing their mafia membership. Mentioned in this episode: - Al Capone - Madison Mob Boss: Carlo Caputo - Madison Underboss: Joe "Pizza Pie" Aiello (not to be confused with Chicago's Joe Aiello) - Rockford Mob Boss: Tony Musso - Mobster who moved from Milwaukee to California: Andrew Lococo - Two Kansas City mobsters who helped out in Milwaukee at Frank Balistrieri's request: Joseph Gurera and Buster Balestrere -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin. He has written several books on the subject and regularly speaks across the country. Get Gavin’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Gavin-Schmitt/e/B00E749XFS Book Gavin for a Presentation: https://gavinschmitt.com/

In this episode we hear about Franks time in prison and Robert Warren continues his battle by attacking another of Franks Businesses the KIngs IV -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin. He has written several books on the subject and regularly speaks across the country. Get Gavin’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Gavin-Schmitt/e/B00E749XFS Book Gavin for a Presentation: https://gavinschmitt.com/

Patreon members, please enjoy this exclusive Patreon-only episode on Frank Buccieri. -------------------- Trigger warning: This episode does mention domestic violence. If you or a loved one need assistance, the National Domestic Abuse Hotline is 800.799.SAFE (7233) -------------------- Frank Buccieri's, Fiore Buccieri's, Sally Papia's, and the Lake Geneva Playboy Club's FBI files can be found on my website: milwaukeemafia.com/fbi-files/ -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin. He has written several books on the subject and regularly speaks across the country. Get Gavin’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Gavin-Schmitt/e/B00E749XFS Book Gavin for a Presentation: https://gavinschmitt.com/

Robert Warren begins his battle against the Mafia by taking down on of Frank's bars The Scene -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin. He has written several books on the subject and regularly speaks across the country. Get Gavin’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Gavin-Schmitt/e/B00E749XFS Book Gavin for a Presentation: https://gavinschmitt.com/

In this EXCLUSIVE Patreon podcast episode, Gavin discusses his information sources beyond FBI files. As always, if you have a question you'd like answered, submit it to MilwaukeeMafia@gmail.com Thanks for supporting the podcast! -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin. He has written several books on the subject and regularly speaks across the country. Get Gavin’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Gavin-Schmitt/e/B00E749XFS Book Gavin for a Presentation: https://gavinschmitt.com/

Hear the story of the Shorecrest hotel and how it plays into Mob History. Also a special guest makes a short appearance -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin. He has written several books on the subject and regularly speaks across the country. Get Gavin’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Gavin-Schmitt/e/B00E749XFS Book Gavin for a Presentation: https://gavinschmitt.com/

A listener wants to know what Gavin's favorite mafia nickname is. Gavin shares many mafia nicknames - many of which are hard to believe they're truly nicknames. Stevie Wonder? -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin. He has written several books on the subject and regularly speaks across the country. Get Gavin’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Gavin-Schmitt/e/B00E749XFS Book Gavin for a Presentation: https://gavinschmitt.com/