Ron Chepesiuk & Michael Roe - Robin Hood of the Hood
#145-18 Al Warren & Kevin Thompson
An episode of the House of Mystery Radio on NBC podcast, hosted by House of Mystery Radio, titled "Ron Chepesiuk & Michael Roe - Robin Hood of the Hood " was published on September 15, 2018 and runs 51 minutes.
September 15, 2018 ·51m · House of Mystery Radio on NBC
Summary
A historical account of Thedore "Teddy" Roe who couragerusly fought the Chicago Mafia aka The Outfit, for control of the lucrative Policy/Numbers racket. During the time when the mob was muscling in on the Policy/Numbers game that for decades had been a staple in the Black community many knuckled under the pressure. However, Roe was one who didn't fold. He famously told mob bosses that he'd rather die first than give up control of his operation. This book details Roe's courageous battle.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/houseofmysteryradio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode Description
A historical account of Thedore "Teddy" Roe who couragerusly fought the Chicago Mafia aka The Outfit, for control of the lucrative Policy/Numbers racket. During the time when the mob was muscling in on the Policy/Numbers game that for decades had been a staple in the Black community many knuckled under the pressure. However, Roe was one who didn't fold. He famously told mob bosses that he'd rather die first than give up control of his operation. This book details Roe's courageous battle.
Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/houseofmysteryradio.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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