Live Q&A with Sammy The Bull

In Monday LIVE Ep. 170, Sammy The Bull Gravano answers one of the questions he's asked more than any other: if he had never cooperated with the government, would he still be in the Mafia today? His answer is candid as he reflects on the oath, the loyalty, the brotherhood, and the difficult realities of the life—including ordering murders. Sammy also walks viewers through a real-world money laundering operation using the famous 86th Street car wash as an example, reveals how the crew behind the Paul Castellano assassination stayed hidden before the hit, and explains the cigar ritual he still uses to stay calm during high-pressure business meetings. He also opens up about his biggest fears, recurring dreams, dogs versus cats, his favorite Swisher Sweets cigars, what career he believes he would've had outside the Mafia, and why he thinks cats and dogs react very differently after their owners die.LIVE questions. Real answers. No rewrites.This is Monday LIVE.

In Monday LIVE Ep. 169, Sammy The Bull Gravano returns for another unfiltered Q&A, tackling everything from the biggest Mafia myths to the latest headlines. Sammy reacts to John Gotti Jr.'s recent arrest, explains why he believes Richard Kuklinski "The Iceman" was a fraud who never killed Roy DeMeo, and reveals how wiseguys really hid money for emergencies. He also answers fan questions about made men, associates, mob hits, and the inner workings of Cosa Nostra. Along the way, Sammy shares the terrifying story of working on a steel beam 18 stories in the air despite his fear of heights, explains why Mafia bosses disliked John Gotti's flashy lifestyle, reflects on his early years in the Colombo family before joining the Gambinos, talks about hunting in the Adirondacks, and even reveals his unexpected admiration for WNBA stars Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham.LIVE questions. Real answers. No rewrites.This is Monday LIVE.

In Monday LIVE Ep. 168, Sammy The Bull Gravano reveals the inside story of how John Gotti's famous acquittal was secured, explaining the exact methods used to identify jurors, reach them through trusted union connections, and influence the outcome of one of the Mafia's most infamous trials. Sammy also shares the secret agreement he made with Frankie DeCicco after Paul Castellano's assassination: if Gotti failed as boss, Sammy would kill him, Frankie would become boss, and Sammy would step in as underboss. He also walks through the first 12 hours after the Sparks Steak House hit, the meeting where Gotti was officially voted boss, Lucky Luciano's wartime cooperation with the U.S. government, the Second Colombo War, Greg Scarpa Jr.'s prison cooperation against terrorists, Tough Tony Provenzano, Fat Tony Salerno, and how legitimate construction, plumbing, and drywall businesses generated millions through union influence and major New York building projects.LIVE questions. Real answers. No rewrites.This is Monday LIVE.

In Monday LIVE Ep. 167, Sammy The Bull Gravano answers some of the most requested questions about the hits he carried out, the bosses he served under, and the men who shaped Mafia history. Sammy reveals that he personally killed DB on John Gotti's orders, explains why Donald Trump was never someone the Mafia could pressure, and breaks down what separated Roy DeMeo from other mob killers. He also reflects on having dinner with Paul Castellano at Sparks Steak House just months before the assassination, discusses Frank DeCicco's plans regarding John Gotti, why he remained loyal when Nicky Scarfo offered to help remove Gotti, Chin Gigante's reputation, Richard Kuklinski's claims, Angelo Ruggiero's heroin operation, Charlie Carneglia, Benny Eggs Mangano, and the story behind his first contract hit on Joe Colucci. Sammy also shares personal reflections on Joe Pesci, Goodfellas vs. The Godfather, PTSD, becoming a born-again Christian, family Sunday dinners, and training at Gleason's Gym.LIVE questions. Real answers. No rewrites.This is Monday LIVE.

In Monday LIVE Ep. 166, Sammy The Bull Gravano doesn't hold back as he revisits one of the most turbulent chapters of his life. Sammy explains why he believes John Gotti developed a "god complex," reveals what was really captured on the infamous prison tapes, and shares why he says he would have killed Gotti the moment they were both released. He also discusses where Joe Bonanno ranked among New York's most influential bosses, why the Commission wasn't simply a place to complain about a boss, the untaxed cigarette operation out of South Carolina, Frank Calabrese and the Chicago Outfit, the only times he ever smoked marijuana, the unforgettable Peruda card game story, and closes with a heartfelt Father's Day message.LIVE questions. Real answers. No rewrites.This is Monday LIVE.

In Monday LIVE Ep. 165, Sammy The Bull Gravano reveals one of the biggest bombshells he's ever shared on the podcast: before deciding to cooperate, he was actively planning a prison escape and intended to disappear to South America. Sammy explains how the escape would have worked, why Argentina or Brazil were the destinations, and what ultimately changed his mind. He also delivers an emotional, never-before-seen moment as he speaks directly to Louie Milito's daughter, Dina, reflecting on guilt, loyalty, and the heartbreaking decisions that came with the life. Along the way, Sammy revisits the real reasons behind Paul Castellano's murder, why Chin Gigante, Joe Massino, and Fat Andy all wanted John Gotti dead, pulling a gun on Augie just days after the Castellano hit, Frank Lucas and the Harlem underworld, the Dixie Mafia, Carlos Marcello, horse racing, his New Jersey farm, and much more.LIVE questions. Real answers. No rewrites.This is Monday LIVE.

In Thursday LIVE Ep. 164, Sammy The Bull Gravano shares the incredible true story behind the real-life gangster who inspired Joe Pesci's iconic "How am I funny?" scene in Goodfellas. Sammy knew Bobby Cabert personally—and reveals how Cabert tried to tie him to a cold-case police killing involving the man later known as The Iceman. Sammy explains how he beat the case, only to learn afterward who the government said was actually responsible. He also tells the unbelievable story of Goomba "Alley Boy" assaulting a police officer, locking him in a bar bathroom, and how Sammy negotiated the return of the officer's badge and gun. Plus, Sammy recounts standing guard during the meeting where Paul Castellano was officially named boss of the Gambino crime family and explains how Angelo Ruggiero's infamous "Quack-Quack" tapes helped bring down the Mafia.LIVE questions. Real answers. No rewrites.This is Thursday LIVE.

In Monday LIVE Ep. 163, Sammy The Bull Gravano tackles one of the biggest debates in Mafia history: Was Roy DeMeo more dangerous than Tommy Karate? From there, he dives into the politics of Cosa Nostra, sharing his thoughts on Joe Bonanno's life in Tucson, Chin Gigante, Lewis Kasman, the infamous Gemini Lounge, and the disappearance of Tommy DeSimone. Sammy also reveals what he believes he would have done differently if he had become boss instead of John Gotti, offering a rare look at the leadership decisions that shaped the Gambino crime family.LIVE questions.Real answers. No rewrites.This is Monday LIVE.

In Monday LIVE Ep. 162, Sammy The Bull Gravano explains why John Gotti never took the contract to kill Roy DeMeo and what that decision reveals about how power, loyalty, and judgment really worked inside Cosa Nostra. Sammy breaks down how bosses decided who handled major hits, what happened when someone refused an order, and why certain men had to be moved before violence ever happened. He also answers fan questions about Chin Gigante, Neil Dellacroce, prison food, Diane Sawyer, the Detroit Partnership, Jimmy Hoffa, Gerard's cooking, and other behind-the-scenes stories that only someone who lived the life could tell.LIVE questions. Real answers. No rewrites.This is Monday LIVE.

In Monday LIVE Ep. 161, Sammy The Bull Gravano answers fan questions about some of the biggest names, rivalries, and untold moments in Mafia history. He compares Chin Gigante and John Gotti, reveals the sit-down where Chin personally asked him for a favor, and explains Bobby Manna's alleged order to kill Gotti. Sammy also recounts the moment Frank Viola pulled an Uzi on him, shares his thoughts on Whitey Bulger and the Boston mob, breaks down the failed hit on Frank Costello, explains how made men actually earned money (hint: there was never a salary), tells the story of Joey Botti protecting his son from Joe Watts, discusses the DeCavalcante family's relationship with the Five Families, and reflects on the Mafia oath and what happened when loyalty collided with real life.LIVE questions. Real answers. No rewrites.This is Monday LIVE.

In Monday LIVE Ep. 160, Sammy The Bull Gravano tells the full, untold story of the Flores twins—the former El Chapo cartel insiders he served time with in federal prison and the shocking confrontation that followed after his release. From cartel politics and burner phones to a wife arriving at his doorstep armed, Sammy shares firsthand details that have never been told before. He also explains why John Gotti's public image did more damage to Cosa Nostra than most people realize, reveals how drug dealing really worked inside the Mafia (and who was secretly involved), recounts meeting the Buffalo family boss after Paul Castellano's murder, and breaks down how the FBI bugs inside Angelo Ruggiero's house changed the course of Mafia history forever. LIVE questions. Real answers. No rewrites.This is Monday LIVE.

In Monday LIVE Ep. 159, Sammy The Bull Gravano pulls back the curtain on how decisions were really made inside the Mafia. From the truth behind mob hits and loyalty to the pressure that came with living the life, Sammy gives firsthand answers that Hollywood never could. He explains why John Gotti began badmouthing him on the FBI tapes, how hitmen were actually chosen, and why refusing an order was never an option. Sammy also weighs in on The Godfather Part IIIand whether Vincent would have really been killed for pursuing Mary, discusses whether made guys ever got high on their own supply like Tony Montana, reflects on the Johnny Keys hit and whether he'd make the same decision today, shares where genuine friendship and love existed within the life, and tells the story of the quiet earner who surprised everyone when it mattered most.LIVE questions.Real answers. No rewrites.This is Monday LIVE.

In Monday LIVE Ep. 158, Sammy The Bull Gravano answers the questions fans always want to know from betrayal and mob rules to conspiracies and life behind the scenes. What was DB’s real angle in exposing Milito’s betrayal? Could a boss lay hands on a made man? And what did the real “vig” actually look like? Sammy breaks down FBI bugs and counter-surveillance tactics, whether workers knew who he really was, the reputation of Renee Graziano’s father, and the only real argument he ever had with Allie Boy during a robbery gone wrong. He also reacts to the JFK, CIA, and Mafia connection theory, shares thoughts on different organized crime groups around the world, and answers lighter questions like the meaning behind “Tali’s” and where he’d go with one free day pass.LIVE questions. Real answers. No rewrites.This is Monday LIVE.

In Monday LIVE Ep. 157, Sammy The Bull Gravano answers the questions everyone wants to know. Would he do it all again knowing everything he knows now? Could he have really been boss? And what actually happened behind the scenes after the Paul Castellano hit outside Sparks Steak House? Sammy also breaks down what a consigliere truly knows, the real rules behind territory and permission for hits, the fear surrounding the Roy DeMeo crew after crossing the Colombians, and whether he misses the power and control that came with that life. From Sicilian Mafia history to old-school street politics, nothing is off limits.LIVE questions. Real answers. No rewrites.This is Monday LIVE.

In Monday LIVE Ep. 156, Sammy The Bull Gravano doesn’t hold back. He lays it out exactly how it was, and how it is. From the headlines around John Gotti’s family to the fallout of Donnie Brasco, Sammy breaks down what people get wrong about the lif and what really mattered if you were in it.He gets into the mindset of a real boss, why you had to be both a street guy and a strategist, and whether today’s generation could ever understand what that life used to be.Then it turns personal... memories that still stick with him, old-school New York at its peak, and the line where loyalty stops being strength… and starts costing you everything. Sammy also pulls back the curtain on why the Commission was created, how power was actually controlled at the top, and gives his unfiltered take on whether someone like Jeffrey Epstein had any place in that world. And when it comes to Louis Milito, he tells it straight of three mistakes, one bad decision, and in that life… there’s no coming back once you pick a side in a war tied to Paul Castellano.LIVE questions. Real rules. No rewrites.This is Monday LIVE.

In Monday LIVE Ep. 155, Sammy Gravano cuts through the myths and delivers the raw truth behind the life. He breaks down Sicilian vs. American Cosa Nostra and whether anyone could truly belong to both worlds, exposes the reality of contract hits and why money was rarely the motive, and gives his take on the reach and influence of the Chicago Outfit. Sammy opens up about the moment he was urged to cooperate, clears up who really held power in Trenton and its Jersey connections, and shares his unfiltered perspective on power, money, and justice in America. He also revisits the hit on Joe Gallo, the fallout from Paul Castellano’s murder, and what it truly takes to cross the line and earn a kill order.LIVE questions. Real rules. No rewrites.This is Monday LIVE.

In Monday LIVE Ep. 154, Sammy Gravano dives into fan questions and shares untold mob stories. He talks about Alite turning on him, Paul Castellano’s leadership, and whether a hit on a legit wise guy would make worldwide headlines. Sammy names non-made guys who earned respect among the families, recalls moments that genuinely scared him in the life, and almost coming to blows with a Genevie soldier in a nightclub. He gets real about pimps in the life, growing up around Jewish and Italian crews, non-members trying to order hits, and how Murder Inc handled business. Plus, he explains Butterass’ nickname, captains without crews, his thoughts on new technology, and whether Frankie DeCicco could ever check John Gotti’s flashy ways.LIVE questions. Real rules. No rewrites.This is Monday LIVE.

In Monday LIVE Ep. 153, Sammy Gravano answers fan questions and shares untold mob stories.He talks about his weapon of choice, everyday carry, meeting Anthony Trentacosta, and his experiences at Rao’s. Sammy gets real about handling orders, prison workouts, construction work in the ’80s, and the kindest things people did for him. Plus, he spills on the Gambino administration, Fat Pete Chiodo, mob electricians, the “ham sandwich” method, and the Castellano hit.LIVE questions. Real rules. No rewrites.This is Monday LIVE.

In Monday LIVE Ep. 152, Sammy Gravano answers fan questions and breaks down real street stories from his life in the mob.Sammy talks about the reality of share locking and money on the street, explaining just how big those numbers could get. He also answers a question about mob rules and reputation when it comes to collections and respect on the street touching on situations people have seen portrayed in shows like The Sopranos. He also gets into stories and history surrounding powerful Gambino figures like Paul Castellano and Carlo Gambino, explaining how leadership and influence really worked behind the scenes.Plus more fan questions, street rules, and real talk about the life.LIVE questions. Real rules. No rewrites.This is Monday LIVE.

In Monday LIVE Ep. 151, Sammy Gravano answers fan questions and dives into mob history, street rules, and personal stories from his life.Sammy talks about the role Jewish figures played in organized crime, the truth behind the Pizza Connection Trial, and how the New York families operated compared to the Chicago Outfit. He also explains what it meant when Toddo Aurellomade him acting captain, shares stories about Frankie DeCicco, and breaks down the hit on Bobby Boriello.Plus prison life, mob myths, Rampers history, induction ceremony memories, and the scariest moment Sammy ever faced in that life. LIVE questions. Real rules. No rewrites.This is Monday LIVE.

In Monday LIVE Ep. 150, Sammy Gravano marks the 150-episode milestone by breaking down some of the biggest mob rumors, real-life rules, and questions from the audience.Sammy talks about the long-debated conspiracy theories involving Sam Giancana, the assassination of John F. Kennedy, and the rumors surrounding Marilyn Monroe explaining what he actually knows versus the stories people repeat.He also explains how he ended up leaving the Colombo crime family and joining the Gambino crime family, what that decision looked like at the time, and what it was like being placed under Captain Toddo Aurello. Sammy weighs in on one of the biggest debates in mob history... whether the family was stronger under Paul Castellanoor John Gotti and explains the difference between power, money, and reputation on the street.LIVE questions. Real stories. No rewrites.This is Monday LIVE.

In Monday LIVE Ep. 149, Sammy “The Bull” Gravano breaks down the real history behind power, loyalty, and the myths people still debate. From the hit on Frankie DeCicco and the “they gave up” rumors, to Sicilian influence stories around Lorenzo Cefalù, and the truth about the Lufthansa heist. Sammy also ranks the Five Families from 1985–1990, talks about cartel violence linked to Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, the reputation of the Purple Gang, and why bosses rarely had heavy security. Plus money, replacements, street culture, and LIVE Super Chat questions.LIVE questions. Real rules. No rewrites.This is Monday LIVE.

In Monday LIVE Ep. 148, Sammy "The Bull" Gravano pulls back the curtain on the rules as they were really lived. From Zips becoming made, breaking balls and testing loyalty, to the truth behind Studio 54, the Copacabana, and the myths around Frankie Valli and the mob.Sammy breaks down John Gotti vs. Paul Castellano, revisits Roy DeMeo’s reputation, weighs in on Santo Trafficante and JFK, and reflects on The Godfather legacy after Robert Duvall.He also tackles Jimmy Hoffa, Greg Scarpa, and Hollywood’s take via Mark Wahlberg.LIVE questions. Real rules. No rewrites.This is Monday LIVE.

In Monday LIVE Ep. 147, Sammy “The Bull” Gravano goes deep into the questions nobody asks and the answers nobody wants on record.He explains why the Gemini Twins were moved to the Lucchese family, the role of Zips, and what loyalty really meant for Tony “Roach” and John Gotti. Sammy exposes the Ravenite leak, shares truths about Charlie “Moose” Panella, why hits used long guns, and what real power looked like behind closed doors.From Carlo Gambino’s presence to John Gotti’s real cash, Frankie DeCicco, Castellano, and the loosest cannon in the mob — nothing is off limits. LIVE. Real stories. Real consequences. This is Monday LIVE.

In this Monday LIVE Ep. 146, Sammy “The Bull” Gravano cuts straight to the truth with no myths, no movies, just how the life really worked.Sammy breaks down Commission meetings, who was allowed in the room, and how far a boss’s power truly went. He answers the Chin Gigante question... what John asked him to look into, how big that hit would’ve been, and whether it would’ve shifted control of the entire table.He dives into the uncomfortable reality behind Paul Vario, the unspoken rules people don’t like to admit existed, and what really determined who lived and who didn’t. Sammy explains whether guys were ever killed just for money, the price of lying about being Italian, and what would’ve happened if Paul Castellano spotted him and John first.From Funzi Sisca’s quiet power, Don Carlo’s real security, kickbacks, illegal workers, and choosing the right crew — to the meaning behind “leave the gun, take the cannoli” — nothing is off limits.🔥Real stories. Real consequences. This is Monday LIVE.

In this Monday LIVE Ep. 145, Sammy “The Bull” Gravano goes all in with stories no one else can tell. He announces his exclusive collaboration with Copper48, revealing the limited edition GOLD Bull Plaque and Traditional Italian color plaques, hand-signed straight from the OurThing Podcast set. Sammy dives deep into mob history and insider knowledge: how Carlo Gambino named the Ravenite after The Raven, what really went down with Paul Castellano’s $2 million bail, and whether cops were on the Gambino family payroll. He answers burning questions about loyalty, respect, and survival from Billy Batts’ infamous “shine box” moment to the process of controlling unions and putting money in your pocket.No story is off-limits: Sammy reflects on former mob wives speaking out, including Karen Gravano’s recent Below Deck appearance, why Chin went after DeCicco first instead of Gotti, and the brutal truth about Louis DiBono. The betrayal, greed, and scummy past that made him a nightmare in the family.No rumors go unchallenged. No history left unexamined. Just Sammy telling it straight.Real stories. Real consequences. This is Monday LIVE.

In this Monday LIVE Ep. 143, Sammy “The Bull” Gravano goes straight into the stories no one else can tell. He breaks down Jeff Nadu’s latest video on the downfall of Dominick Cicale and shares the mob’s real perspective on figures like Cicale and Pablo Escobar.Sammy answers the hard questions: did he ever consider stepping down after taking orders for hits, could the Commission have backed a move to take over from John Gotti, and what really happened with Roy DeMeo’s trunk and the Plaza Suite era? No rumors go unchallenged, no history left unexamined just Sammy telling it straight. Real stories. Real consequences. This is Monday LIVE.

In Episode 142 – Sammy the Bull LIVE this episode goes deep from the streets to the cells, the headlines to the history. Sammy the Bull answers the questions most people don’t dare ask, giving you the inside story straight from a life nobody else lived.He dives into Trump’s move against Venezuela’s Nicolás Maduro, what “liberation” really meant, and why some people back home hated it. Sammy talks prison life, from Paul Castellano to Maduro, and weighs in on whether anyone could’ve folded or flipped under those conditions.No rumor goes unchallenged... John Gotti in prison, Top Tomato on 65th Street, Gaspipe, the Irish mob, and Daniel Fama all get the truth from someone who was there. He even shares his New Year’s resolution, picks the actors who could actually pass for mobsters, and explains what it really means if your son wanted to join the life.Real stories. Real consequences. No scripts. No excuses. Just Sammy telling it straight.Tune in for a full mobster deep dive, exclusive insights, and the kind of lessons you can’t learn anywhere else. 

In Episode 141, Sammy the Bull answers the questions everyone’s been dying to know. How many Gambino crews really ran the streets when he was underboss? Who was Frank Palermo, and what really went down with Frank Matthews and the Lincoln from the Castellano hit? Sammy shares wild stories about Chin Gigante the umbrella-in-the-shower, his doctor friends in the asylum and why Neil Dellacroce risked it all for John Gotti.He breaks down bar fights gone wrong, the Commission’s Philly war decisions, John Gotti’s earnings from ’85 to ’95, whether mob cellphones were bugged, and why some hits never got retaliation. Plus, he answers the burning question where did his giant LED bull come from?🔥 Real questions. Real answers.Sammy telling it straight and Merry Christmas!

In Episode 140, Sammy the Bull answers some of the most serious and wide-ranging questions from his life in and out of the streets. He looks back 40 years later at the Paul Castellano hit, where he really was that day, and why rumors about his role never went away. Sammy shares his thoughts on the Rob Reiner murder and the Bondi Beach shooting, breaks down whether Chin Gigante could’ve beaten his case, and explains what might have happened if the Gambino family’s internal problems were handled differently.He also talks about when loyalty stopped meaning honor and started meaning survival, whether law enforcement misses the old mob structure, and what he would say to someone who believes they’re beyond forgiveness. Sammy discusses Anthony Senter and Joseph Testa under Gaspipe, who really controlled the fireworks racket in New York City, whether John Gotti could’ve lasted as long as he did without him, and the one question he asked the feds when he cooperated... who gave up the apartment upstairs... that they refused to answer. The episode also includes stories about Frank Cullotta, the failed bug sweep at Angelo Ruggiero’s house, the real origins of the gas scam, and his thoughts on Diddy being held at Fort Dix.Real stories. Real consequences.Sammy telling it straight.

In Episode 139, Sammy the Bull answers the toughest questions from the life from Joe Bonanno reaching out in Arizona to the real story behind Gotti’s barber Vito getting killed. He breaks down whether DiBernardo was made, the nicest thing Paul Castellano ever did for him, who he didn’t trust in Cosa Nostra, and why the Iceman was never a real hitman. Sammy talks Genovese power, Jersey mob myths, Bobby Cabrert, being a caporegime, and how he would’ve handled Roy DeMeo if he had the green light.Real stories. Real questions.Sammy telling it straight.

In Episode 138, Sammy the Bull dives into the real traditions, the street rules, and the hidden politics behind mob life. He opens up about Christmas at the Gravano house the food, the rituals, and the one gift he actually bought for John Gotti. Sammy answers fan questions about how often mob guys fought, the rule he lived by “If he raises his hands to you, fight back and kill him” and whether it’s ever okay to testify in court without telling someone first. He talks about how The Godfather changed the streets, which business move was smarter trash or construction and whether any wiseguys ever had tattoos of the family’s name. He even breaks down his ultimate dream-team administration and whether Elvis Presley had any mob ties down in Graceland.Sammy closes the episode with the moment the feds gave him a brutal ultimatum over the Gotti tapes… and the choice that changed everything.Real stories, real rules.Just Sammy telling it straight from the life.

In Episode 137, Sammy the Bull sits down with Karen Gravano to mix mob history, family truth, and Mob Wives chaos. Sammy breaks down why he doesn’t believe Frank Sheeran killed Crazy Joe Gallo, what he really thinks happened that night, and how that ties into his belief that the CIA killed JFK plus whether the Mafia was involved at all. Sammy and Karen pull the curtain back on Mob Wives: his favorite episode, how real the fights were, and what people don’t understand about the Gravano family story.. the loyalty, the damage, and what a “perfect” family looks like after everything they’ve been through. Karen shares her secret to looking so young, from peptides and MAD injections to her esthetician routine, and talks about growing up around Cosa Nostra, bringing men home to a mob father, and realizing who her dad really was.Sammy also answers fan questions about Jimmy Brown’s seven-year sentence, whether he stayed friends with Ally Boy, who’s tougher between Karen and Gerard, how John Gotti fit into their home life, and how he saw Lee and Renee’s father in the life.They close with Christmas and Thanksgiving memories, and Sammy ends by sharing what he’s truly grateful for today.Straight talk, real stories… just Sammy and his family telling it like it is.

In Episode 136, Sammy the Bull opens up about some of the most personal, chilling, and fascinating questions from fans and his own past. He breaks down how the mob discovered the crew behind the robberies of their poker games, the hit that followed, and the cold realities of mob funerals where killers played the role of mourners. Sammy shares stories about Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra, and their ties to the mob, what would’ve happened if Paul had given him Gotti’s ticket, and whether John ever knew about the Ecstasy case. He dives into the Gemini twins’ shocking murder story, talks about today’s Bonanno family, and reveals how he handled liars, close calls, and the biker who once tried to whack him in Bensonhurst. Straight talk, real stories... just Sammy telling it like it is.

In Episode 135, Sammy the Bull dives into the real stories behind rigged games, powerful alliances, and lessons from the life. He breaks down how the mob fixed poker tables, the truth about the Sinatra Club where all Five Families met, and what it meant when four families worked together during the NBA gambling scandal. Sammy talks about who taught him the ropes in construction, remembers his old friend Huck Carbonaro, and reveals the biggest envelope he ever received. From fan questions to reflections on his past, including what he’d change or wouldn’t Sammy tells it all straight, no filters, no regrets, just the underboss speaking the truth.

In Episode 134, Sammy the Bull goes all in, breaking down the stories, the power plays, and the secrets that shaped the streets. He talks about what really happened when debts weren’t paid, the rules of collecting money in the life, and how escalation worked when someone crossed the line. Sammy takes you inside the bloody Philly mob wars, the connections between NBA and NFL gambling, and the hidden power behind Stillwell Avenue’s auto body shops including who really ran them and who had a piece. He explains what happens when a Cosa Nostra boss dies, how power shifts, and why the structure of captains and soldiers was everything.From mob legends to fan questions, including stories about Favara, advice to John Gotti, and whether building a new family in New York is even possible, Sammy cuts through the myth and tells it straight. No Hollywood, no added voices — just the underboss speaking the truth about life inside the Mafia.

In Episode 133, Sammy the Bull dives deep into the legends, the lies, and the loyalties that shaped the underworld. He breaks down the truth behind Bugsy Siegel’s murder and the rise of the Jewish Mafia, then takes you inside his own world from the fall of Paruta and the crew that was never the same, to the Rampers, Lucchese beef, and why his own shooters weren’t chosen for the Castellano hit. Sammy opens up about old friends, forgotten bosses, and the politics that tore crews apart. Every story cuts through myth and rumor to reveal what really happened inside Cosa Nostra when the rules started to change. No Hollywood, no filters… just the underboss telling it like it was.

In Episode 132, Sammy the Bull goes off reacting to Trump’s prison threats, breaking down the Gotti–Carmine family drama, and exposing those popping up in both the mob and the rap game. He compares American Cosa Nostra to the Japanese Yakuza, revealing which one plays dirtier… and which one still lives by real rules. From street fights to courtroom betrayals, Sammy connects the dots between power, loyalty, and consequence.No fear, just cold Mafia truth from the man who enforced it.

In Episode 131, Sammy the Bull breaks down what it truly feels like when a mob order comes in and there’s no turning back. He explains the unwritten Mafia dress code... how a man’s outfit could signal power, rank, or danger and gives his unfiltered thoughts on John Gotti Jr. after seeing his recent interviews. Sammy talks about how Cosa Nostra kept neighborhoods in line, shares his impression of Chin Gigante’s son, and reveals the mindset that kept him calm through hits, trials, and betrayals.Ruthless wisdom from a man who’s lived it all.

In Episode 130, Sammy the Bull goes LIVE to answer raw questions straight from the streets. Did the mob really leave behind buried cash and gold? Was John Gotti tied to a forbidden affair? Sammy sets the record straight on Robert DiBernardo’s murder, explains how wiseguys hid money from the IRS, and reveals how many payments you could miss before a beating.He breaks down “farm teams” in the mob, the Five Families’ grip on New York, and what it really meant to be “put on the shelf.” Plus — UFOs, Bensonhurst, and whether Sammy would rather run the U.S. government, the Church, or the Mafia.Ruthless. Straight from the life.

In Episode 129 Sammy the Bull goes LIVE with another raw session straight from the life. Did Mussolini and Cosa Nostra really hate each other? Sammy breaks down the truth behind dictators and dons. He dives into Little Odessa and Brighton Beach in the ‘80s, Russians like Boris and Vladimir Resnikoff, the Gemini twins, and what’s fact versus legend.Sammy explains what happens when guys walk out of prison after decades and expect their old rackets back. He clears the air on why Gus accused Frankie DeCicco of being an informant, whether the Lucchese really used the Aryan Brotherhood for prison hits, and how the other families handled business behind bars.Plus: Sammy’s first meeting with John Gotti, the infamous Underboss army fight, his take on Tony Roche, the difference between the Mexican and Italian mobs, Carlo Gambino’s empire, Angelo Bruno, and which mob rules were overplayed or ignored.Ruthless. Straight from the streets.

Episode 128, Sammy the Bull sits down LIVE for another raw, unfiltered session from the life.Was Louis Ferrante ever really in the mob, or just another guy trying to make a buck calling Sammy a liar? Sammy clears the air. He breaks down how Peter Gotti wound up boss after John Sr., why The Chin stands out as the most powerful boss he ever met, and what would’ve changed if he and Frankie DeCicco had taken over back in ’85. From Vito Borelli’s murder over Castellano’s pride to how the street handles your money and rackets if you “go away” Sammy pulls no punches. Then it goes deeper: Would Johnny Keys have been a better boss than Little Nicky in Philly? Sammy’s honest take on Jimmy Hoffa... good, bad, or both. Could wise guys really cut plea deals? Did anyone ever try to rig the New York State lottery? And what was tougher than all the hits and all the business? Family life. The politics, the power, the betrayals, and the personal cost.All told straight from the man who lived it.Raw. Ruthless. Straight from the streets.

Episode 127, Sammy the Bull pulls back the curtain on the fear, power, and politics of the life.Richard Pryor joked about mobsters casually talking about murder. Sammy explains how wiseguys really spoke behind closed doors, and shares stories you won’t hear anywhere else. The cruelty of ADX gets broken down in detail, 23 hours a day in the box, and whether the Supreme Court can ever change it. Neil Dellacroce and John Gotti could a sit-down have saved John? Sammy lays out the truth about their relationship, who John was really close to, and why the timing changed everything. Scarpa’s reputation on the street, who held the real weight between the Carazo brothers, and how the concrete club poured millions into the mob.From female assassins and movie scenes that got it right, to Carlo Gambino’s low-key style versus Paul Castellano’s mansion, Sammy cuts through the myths and tells it raw. He reveals what he’s proud of, the whispers Hollywood never caught, and why in this life, power was never just about money.Unfiltered. Ruthless. Straight from the Underboss’ chair.

Episode 126, Sammy the Bull breaks down the politics, power, and blood of the life.Why didn’t the other Families finish John Gotti after Frankie DeCicco’s murder? Sammy explains the fear and power plays that kept him standing.Sam Giancana and Johnny Roselli both tied to the CIA, both silenced. Chin vs. Castellano brains, style, and whether The Chin’s “crazy act” was respect or weakness. Sammy relives the day he got made, the whispers around Joe Colombo’s hit, and the shootings at his after-hour clubs. He reveals why exile was never an option, what happened when loans didn’t get paid back, and whether he ever faced Gaspipe Casso inside.And one last question if Sammy went to the Commission about hitting Gotti, would they have approved?Raw. Unfiltered. Straight from the streets.

Episode 125, Sammy the Bull answers all your burning questions. Who really made Cola — Chicago, Vegas, or someone else? Why did Sonny Red get whacked? Mob Wives.. real or fake? What piece of work did Paul Castellano put in to earn his button? Did Cosa Nostra really end with Neil? Who had the best sense of humor, which low-level guys earned respect, and what was John Gotti really like to party with? Plus, Sammy weighs in on modern guys who call themselves gangsters but don’t put in the work, and whether any associates ever avoided being made to dodge heat.Raw. Unfiltered. Straight from the streets Sammy tells it like it is.

In Episode 124, Sammy the Bull opens the books on how many “made guys” a family can have and who guards that number like it’s the nuclear codes. He tackles Nick’s question about caps, control, and what happens if someone tries to push the roster past tradition. Sammy reveals the one hit that still haunts his dreams and whether Boston’s Whitey Bulger and the Winter Hill Gang ever crossed into his world. Could Paul Castellano’s hit have been stopped? Sammy breaks down the politics, the whispers, and why some moves can’t be undone. He digs into why Johnny Keys turned on Angelo Bruno, the Cleveland connection, and whether he’d ever sit down with Donnie Brasco with a personal message if he’s listening. Then it’s Mafia vs. Cartel. Not just bullets, but networks, discipline, and rules of engagement. Sammy sets the record straight on Gem Steel, names the guy who smoked more cigars than anyone in the life, and answers if he really controlled “almost all” of Brooklyn’s construction. Raw. Unfiltered. Straight from the source.

In Episode 123, Sammy the Bull breaks down why Joe Massino trying to rename the Bonanno family was a move that rattled the foundation of Our Thing even from behind bars. He answers a fan’s question about being the best uncle to a newborn and it ain’t about toys. It’s about presence, protection, and passing on values. Sammy dives into what could’ve happened if Paul Castellano died naturally, and how his own crew handled Paul’s hit when it went down. Plus, the moment Lucky Luciano almost killed the making ceremony and why Meyer Lansky stopped him. Would Neil Dellacroce have made a better boss? How deep did the Mafia run in Providence? And what really happened to Sammy’s businesses after prison? He even tells the wild story of saving a Russian mobster from a deadly hit and calls out the double standards in RICO charges for politicians.And yeah… Jimmy Hoffa’s son might just be next in the hot seat.Raw. Real. Straight from the source.

In Episode 121, Sammy the Bull speaks directly to the veterans—one of whom asked how to fight back when the VA plays hardball. As a vet himself, Sammy gets it, and shares how he’s faced those same battles head-on.He also gives a rare look inside a Commission meeting one door in, guards everywhere, and zero room for fear. When a made guy gets clipped, what happens to his family? Sammy explains the harsh reality, not the Hollywood version.From his drink of choice to the real reason Carmine Galante had to go, Sammy keeps it honest. He breaks down how fast a hit had to be carried out, what the street tax on bookies really was, and whether Gotti ever lowered it.Gritty, raw, and straight from the source — this is Mafia truth from the man who lived it.

In Episode 122, Sammy the Bull is back with more raw truth straight from the life. He opens up about what really went down after the Commission meetings including private conversations with John Gotti that have never been shared before. Can a made man ever retire? What happens to a guy’s family after he gets whacked? Sammy breaks it all down, old-school style. He takes us inside Atlantic City during the height of his operations with Gotti, revealing just how close they came to avoiding the fall. He also answers a heavy question: what’s the mood like in a mob hangout after you take out one of your own? The silence. The tension. The weight in the air. From Pablo Escobar rumors to what he would’ve done if the Genovese family offered to make him boss, Sammy leaves nothing off the table. He even calls out who really nailed it playing a mob boss on screen and who didn’t come close.No fiction. No fluff.Just straight Mafia truth from the man who lived it.

In Episode 120, Sammy the Bull is back with raw answers, untold stories, and no-nonsense takes straight from the life. He breaks down what a boss really gets on his birthday, how wine at the table can send a silent message even when every guy sitting there is made and whether Michael Corleone not being “officially made” takes away from The Godfather’s realism.A viewer writes in asking if Sammy remembers his father, Oscar Tolba — a man who may have helped the day Frankie DeCicco was killed. Sammy responds with what he recalls from that tragic day. He also shares a rare story about Joe Doherty, talks about Joe Gallo’s “Joe the Blonde” nickname, and explains why being feared and being respected aren’t the same in his world.From Billy Batts’ Irish blood to how he handled his own kids growing up around wiseguys, nothing’s off the table including who Sammy would invite to one last sit-down if he could choose anyone from his past.And through it all, he puts the spotlight on Convoy of Hope  urging viewers to step up and support the families in Texas still hurting from the floods. No fluff. No fiction. Just straight Mafia truth from the Underboss who lived it.