Youngstown Mob Talk

These files were leaked to us by a source who wishes to remain anonymous.Part 4 of this exclusive 5-part series, presented by Youngstown Mob Talk. This story was compiled from information contained within investigative task force files from the Ohio Attorney General’s Organized Crime Investigation Commission. Included are details about crimes which have never been publicly released. These files were provided to us by a source who wishes to remain anonymous. In Part 4, we examine the 1974 murder of Youngstown businessman, fence and informant Robert Talbert Sr. After testifying before a federal grand jury, Talbert was abducted at his gas station on Labor Day 1974, tortured and brutally killed. His body was found in neighboring Boardman Township three days later. The Boardman Police Department says they turned the case over to the ATF but the ATF says they don't investigate murder cases. Talbert's sons, Rob Jr. & Dave, grew up and led their own investigation into their father's killing. Their efforts spurred the Ohio Attorney General's Office to look into the case and in 1999 the Organized Crime Task Force began an official investigation. The Task Force believes they solved the case but it was never prosecuted. Still to come in Part 5, the conclusion of the series looks into the 1974 triple-murder of General Motors Lordstown security guard Benjamin Marsh, along with his wife and 4-year-old daughter. Contained within the Task Force's investigative files, which were leaked to us, is new evidence which may exonerate the man who was convicted for the crimes in 2013.A reminder that you can also watch with video by subscribing to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/amazingpodcastcompanyYou can also visit our website: www.amazingpodco.com for more of our original shows.©. Amazing Podcast Company LLC 2025

These files were leaked to us by a source who wishes to remain anonymous.Part 3 of this exclusive 5-part series, presented by Youngstown Mob Talk. In 1980, Youngstown Mob associate John Magda was found dead in a roadside dump site. His hands were bound and his face was wrapped in duct tape. For decades, speculation has run rampant about who killed him and why. Now, for the first time ever, the details of John "Maggie" Magda's death are becoming public. It turns out John Magda's death had a major connection to the death of bookmaker and Youngstown Mob associate Jack Tobin. The information in this series comes from leaked investigative files from a special police task force that was created around the year 2000, by the Ohio Attorney General's Organized Crime Investigation Commission. This Organized Crime Task Force investigated several unsolved mob murders from the 1970s and 1980s. This information was never made public... until now.The audio of this episode contains real news clips as well as AI generated voice readings of actual transcripts from the Organized Crime Task Force investigation interviews of Charles Treharn.A reminder that you can also watch with video by subscribing to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/amazingpodcastcompanyYou can also visit our website: www.amazingpodco.com for more of our original shows.©. Amazing Podcast Company LLC 2025

These files were leaked to us by a source who wishes to remain anonymous.In part one of this exclusive 5-part series, we detailed the Youngstown Mob scene in the late 1970s/early 1980s and the previously unsolved murder of Joe DeRose Jr.. Now in part 2, we explore who killed Dominic "Junior" Senzarino, a cousin of the Carabbia brothers and experienced burglar, safecracker and gambler, who was murdered in his garage by shotgun in 1980. His killing was considered an unsolved cold case for decades, until the Ohio Attorney General's Organized Crime Task Force successfully solved the case and gained admission and conviction of the killer in 2001.

Youngstown Mob Talk presents Part 1 of an exclusive 5-Part investigative series: From Burglars to Murders, Who Hit the Hitman Joe DeRose?This story was compiled from information contained within investigative task force files from the Ohio Attorney General’s Organized Crime Investigation Commission. Included are details about crimes which have never been publicly released. These files were provided to us by a source who wishes to remain anonymous.In Part 1, the series examines the murder of Joe DeRose Jr., including the Task Force's investigation into Sam Fossesca and admitted co-conspirators Charles Treharn & Ed Farris.Coming up in Part 2, a deep dive into the murder of Dominic Senzarino.The audio of this episode contains real news clips as well as AI generated voice readings of actual transcripts from the Organized Crime Task Force investigation interviews of Sam Fossesca and Charles Treharn.A reminder that you can also watch with video by subscribing to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/amazingpodcastcompany

In this episode of Youngstown Mob Talk, author Gary Bonnell rejoins the podcast. Did General Motors officials conspire to try and kill him for his knowledge of the Marsh Murders coverup? Gary explains his theory on GM's attempt to silence him, as detailed in his book Truth Not Deception available now on Amazon or truthnotdeception.comBe sure to watch our special 3-part investigation into the 1974 murders of GM Lordstown security guard Benjamin Marsh and his family. In our investigation, we go over the facts of the case, we discuss hitman-for-hire Bobby Parks, we unveiled new evidence that shows Bobby Parks was responsible for the triple-murder and we visited the man we believe was wrongly convicted of the crime, James Ferrara, in prison. You can find all of those previous episodes where you get Amazing Podcasts or you can watch with video on our Youtube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3OpB8WQy5WAzpjwuGGbZeRJODsyiJCqaThank you for your support. You can always contact us directly by emailing [email protected]

In this episode of Youngstown Mob Talk, Johnny Chechitelli and James Naples pull an interview from the vault with local burglar and mob associate Frank Susany. Frankie wanted to come on the show and talk about his old friend, and mob hitman, Mark Batcho. This interview was a part of the very first Youngstown Mob Talk live show at the Robins Theatre in Feb. 2023.Frankie, aka "The Good Guy," talks about the human side of Mark that most people have never heard about. He also shares a couple off the cuff stories like what Joey Naples' crew talked about after the boss was assassinated in 1991 and picking up one of the Carabbia brothers from prison.If you enjoy the show, please give us a good rating along with a review. It really helps new people find Youngstown Mob Talk. You can also watch with video at youtube.com/amazingpodcastcompanyAnd be sure to find The Vice Squad Podcast available everywhere you get Amazing Podcasts.

In this episode of Youngstown Mob Talk, Johnny Chechitelli and James Naples discuss the unbelievable true story of Benjamin Holmes. Ben tells his story as a mechanic in the late 1970s in Youngstown, who specialized in making car parts for drag racers. One day, some Muslim gangsters approached Ben to convert lawnmower mufflers into silencers for pistols. Next, the mob wanted his services as well.As detailed in Ben's book "Mob Deep," he got mixed up between Joey Naples' gangsters, fake Muslim gangsters and crooked cops from the Hubbard Police Department. Eventually, Ben's house was bombed and he was badly burned. He was also threatened with charges from the cops, so he faked his own death and hid out on the lam for two decades, until the coast was clear... or so he thought.If you enjoy the show, please give us a good rating along with a review. It really helps new people find Youngstown Mob Talk. You can also watch with video at youtube.com/amazingpodcastcompanyAnd be sure to find The Vice Squad Podcast available everywhere you get Amazing Podcasts.

In this episode of Youngstown Mob Talk, Johnny Chechitelli and James Naples recap "Crooked City Night," which was a promotional night sponsored by the Youngstown Phantoms Hockey team on March 8, 2024. The Phantoms' head coach is a big fan of the Crooked City Youngstown show, which Youngstown Mob Talk host Johnny Chechitelli helped produce, along with Marc Smerling and his team at Truth.Media. Former FBI agent, and now head of security at Phantoms Fireworks, Bob Kroner dropped the ceremonial puck and the Mahoning Valley's favorite burglar, Amil Dinsio, was a featured guest. Amil even rode the zamboni (watch our Youtube video to see the infamous picture!)Johnny and James also discuss an upcoming gangster movie to be filmed in Youngstown, based on a real Youngstown Mob story and provide an update on the forthcoming Youngstown Mob Tour app.If you enjoy the show, please give us a good rating along with a review. It really helps new people find Youngstown Mob Talk. You can also watch with video at youtube.com/amazingpodcastcompanyAnd be sure to find The Vice Squad Podcast available everywhere you get Amazing Podcasts.

In this episode of Youngstown Mob Talk, Johnny Chechitelli and James Naples sit down with author and podcast host Vince Guerrieri. Vince writes and narrates an excellent true crime show called The Vice Squad Podcast, which examines various crimes and criminals from American history. Vince has also written a new book titled Weird Moments in Cleveland Sports.Topics discussed in this episode include Eliot Ness and the Torso Murders, The Jungle Inn casino, Alvin Karpis and his daring train robbery, the gangland killing of James "Big Jimmy Munsene" Mancini and more. If you enjoy the show, please give us a good rating along with a review. It really helps new people find Youngstown Mob Talk. You can also watch with video at youtube.com/amazingpodcastcompany And be sure to find The Vice Squad Podcast available everywhere you get Amazing Podcasts.

On this week's episode of Youngstown Mob Talk, hosts James Naples and Johnny Chechitelli are joined by their self-described "number one fan" Yvette Laboy. What is it about Youngstown Mob Talk, Crooked City or any other true crime show that gets people interested in this stuff? Please like this video and subscribe to our channel for more Youngstown Mob content. We are also available with video on Youtube (youtube.com/amazingpodcastcompany) and anywhere else you get Amazing Podcatsts!

Youngstown Mob Talk hosts James Naples III and Johnny Chechitelli return from some time off with another episode of the podcast to update everyone on what's going on and what's coming up. There's a Youngstown Mob Tour in the works as well as books and movies on the Youngstown Mob. If you haven't already checked out the amazing CAVBOMB event presented by Youngstown Mob Talk, you can find it available to download at viewstub.com.cavbomb -- it's the entire presentation with Charlie Cavallaro Jr and retired FBI agent Cecil Moses at the Stambaugh Auditorium from 11/10/23.And don't forget, you can watch our Youngstown Mob Talk podcast with video at youtube.com/amazingpodcastcompany -- as well as hours of other Youngstown Mob related content.

A new episode of Youngstown Mob Talk -- the live recording of our Feb. 9, 2024 event at the Robins Theatre. Johnny Chechitelli, James Naples III and Youngstown's own master burglar Amil Dinsio go over the most daring and successful bank heist of all time -- when Amil and his crew took down President Richard Nixon's private bank in Laguna Niguel, California. Please subscribe to our youtube channel (https://youtu.be/s7CLZs_Ma4I) and also rate and review Youngstown Mob Talk on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio or wherever you get Amazing Podcasts!#podcast #youngstownmob #ohio #california #lagunaniguel #amildinsio #chechitelli #naples #youngstown #bankjob #buglary #bankrobber #fbi #laguna #unitedcalifornia

Youngstown Mob Talk presents part 3 of a special investigation into the murders of a GM Lordstown security guard and his family. In our parts 1 & 2 of this investigation, we interviewed an author about the Marsh killings and discussed hitman-for-hire Bobby Parks, while also unveiling new evidence uncovered that shows Bobby Parks was responsible. For reference you can view our previous episodes here:Part 1: https://youtu.be/kL1TEf5sft0?si=rBXFkkjcTfVjpvtqPart 2: https://youtu.be/W9NB9HOu0oQ?si=lLOQD45bLrQg6BSsIn this episode Johnny Chechitelli travels to Marion Correctional Institution for an exclusive interview with James Ferrara, who was convicted of killing the Marsh family. Listen as James sees the new evidence, which could clear him of these crimes, for the first time.Please give this video a like and a review. We appreciate all the support! And don't forget to check out the pay-per-view of our special CAVBOMB presentation, available now at viewstub.com/cavbomb

Youngstown Mob Talk presents part 2 of a special investigation into the murders of a GM Lordstown security guard and his family. In our previous episode of this investigation, we interviewed Gary Bonnell, author of Truth Not Deception, about the Marsh killings. For reference you can view that interview here: https://youtu.be/kL1TEf5sft0?si=rBXFkkjcTfVjpvtqIn this episode Johnny Chechitelli and James Naples discuss notorious hitman for hire Bobby Parks, who famously had business cards that read "Have Gun Will Travel." Johnny also uncovers new evidence that points to Bobby Parks as the real Marsh killer. In our next episode of this investigation, Johnny travels to Marion Correctional Institution for an exclusive interview with James Ferrara, who was convicted of killing the Marsh family. Please give this video a like and a review. We appreciate all the support! And don't forget to check out the pay-per-view of our special CAVBOMB presentation, available now at viewstub.com/cavbomb

Johnny Chechitelli and James Naples III are back with another edition of Youngstown Mob Talk. In this episode, the guys talk about their upcoming live show with the Mahoning Valley's own master burglar, Amil Dinsio, coming up on February 9, 2024 at the Robins Theatre in Warren, Ohio. It's called "Inside the Vault: A Masterclass with a Master Burglar." Amil, along with his brother and their crew, took down some of the biggest bank heists in history, including the 1972 United California Bank burglary in Laguna Niguel, California -- where they were tipped off by Jimmy Hoffa and the Cleveland mob to steal millions from Richard Nixon's secret safety deposit box.Some Hollywood hacks eventually made a movie about Amil and the heist, called "Finding Steve McQueen." In this episode, Amil finally watches the movie for himself and reacts on camera. Don't forget to like this video and subscribe to our channel for more. And you can always listen to the audio-only version of Youngstown Mob Talk, on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio or wherever you get your podcasts.And be sure to check out the newly released video presentation of the last Youngstown Mob Talk live event, "CAVBOMB," where Charlie Cavallaro Jr. returns to Youngstown, along with retired FBI agent Cecil Moses, to breakdown the Bureau's "CAVBOMB" investigation of the 1962 car bombing murders of Charlie's father "Cadillac Charlie" Cavallaro and his 11-year-old son Tommy Cavallaro. Charlie Jr. miraculously survived the bombing (albeit severely injured) and agreed to tell his story publicly for the first time ever... only on Youngstown Mob Talk. You can download the video now at viewstub.com/cavbombYoungstown Mob Talk is brought to you by the following sponsors: Youngstown Tile and Terrazzo. For spectacular flooring, go bold, go local... go Youngstown Tile! youngstowntile.com Youngstown Clothing Company. Comfortable clothes in unique Youngstown styles. Visit Youngstown Clothing Company in the Southern Park Mall in Boardman, Ohio or check out their website: youngstownclothingco.com Pro Team Auto Sales -- if you're in Youngstown or the Mahoning Valley and looking for a car, truck or motorcycle, stop by the lot at 1003 South Ave. Youngstown 44502. The Pro Team will treat you like family.

On this episode we feature an interview with area native and actor Bob Golub, who worked his way into an audition for Goodfellas, with Director Martin Scorsese. He stalked Jimmy Burke's family and friends, while performing at mob-connected clubs trying to land the role of "The Gent" himself. Instead, he stumbles into a role of a truck driver and ends up in the finished film.

Former FBI Agent Talks About CAVBOMB Mafia Car BombingCecil Moses is a highly decorated, retired FBI agent who got his start with the Bureau in Cleveland. On 11/23/62, "Cadillac Charlie" Cavallaro and his two young sons were blown up in a "Youngstown Tune-Up." The horrific blast ended a two-year mafia turf war for control of Youngstown's rackets. Then-Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy immediately ordered a large-scale investigation from the FBI and the Bureau sent most of its Cleveland personnel into Youngstown. Files from the FBI's investigation have been publicly released through Freedom of Information Act requests and the JFK Assassination Records Release Act. Now, for the first time ever, former FBI agent Cecil Moses and the bombing's sole survivor, Charlie Cavallaro Jr., are discussing the case with Johnny Chechitelli and Jimmy Naples.Youngstown Mob Talk presents CAVBOMB, a live show from Stambaugh Auditorium in Youngstown, Ohio on 11/10/23. Even if you can't make the live show in Youngstown on 11/10/23, please give this episode 5 stars and subscribe to our channel for more mob history.You can also watch with video at youtube.com/amazingpodcastcompany#youngstownmob #mafia #podcast #interview #moses #cavallaro #truecrime #fbi #youngstown #ohio #cavbomb #youngstownmobtalk #mobtalk #bomb

WE APOLOGIZE FOR A PREVIOUS GLITCH IN THIS EPISODE -- IT HAS BEEN CORRECTED.In this week's Post of the Week, the best books to research the Youngstown Mob are discussed before host Johnny Chechitelli welcomes special guest Gary Bonnell.Gary is the author of "Truth Not Deception: The Demise of GM. Where is the GM Marsh Family Murder File?" In 1974, Benjamin Marsh a security guard at the General Motors Lordstown plant outside of Youngstown, Ohio was brutally murdered, along with his wife and young daughter. This podcast discusses the case with Mr. Bonnell, who also worked at GM Lordstown and was a friend of Ben Marsh. You can find Gary's book and the full downloadable trial transfer from the 2013 James Ferrara case here: https://truthnotdeception.com/Youngstown Mob Talk co-host James Naples will return for future episodes as we continue to explore the organized crime history of Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley.Youngstown Mob Talk is sponsored by Sunrise Inn of Warren (http://sunriseinnofwarren.com/) as well as the River Rock at the Amp (https://www.riverrockattheamp.com/) and Youngstown Tile and Terrazzo (www.youngstowntile.com). Our sponsors support us so we hope you'll support them!#youngstownmob #podcast #truecrime #mafia #generalmotors #gm #lordstown #ohio #tragedy #youngstown #hitman #interview #documentary #garybonnell #truthnotdeception

James Naples III & Johnny Chechitelli are joined by former Colombo Crime Family Capo Michael Franzese for a sitdown. He will detail his journey from money-making mobster to God-fearing Christian and successful legitimate businessman. In this interview, the boys from Youngstown talk Mike about the show, about his history and a little about the Youngstown Mob.

James Naples III & Johnny Chechitelli touch on some recent topics from posts in the Youngstown Mob facebook group including Youngstown businesses that went up in arson and the post of the week, from Larry Conti, on Ralph Garduno, who helped commit murder and an attempted murder in Portage County, allegedly at the behest of Youngstown mobster Joey Naples.

James Naples III & Johnny Chechitelli are joined by author and Mahoning Valley historian Sean T. Posey for a wide-ranging discussion on Youngstown's mafia history. From gangsters and corrupt politicians to a crooked FBI agent and chief of police, this week's Youngstown Mob Talk names names and dives deep into the history. You can find Sean Posey's books "Lost Youngstown," "Historic Theaters of Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley" and "Hidden History of Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley" at most online retailers and various local stores within the Mahoning Valley.

On today's episode James Naples III & Johnny Chechitelli are joined by author Paul Hodos (Steel City Mafia) to promote his new book on the Pittsburgh mafia. Paul's book is available now through Arcadia Publishing (arcadiapublishing.com) today!

James Naples III & Johnny Chechitelli break down the war between the Carabbia Brothers and "Little" Joey Naples/"Brier Hill" Jimmy Prato in the late 1970s. It left a trail of bodies from Cleveland and Pittsburgh and included the likes of hitman Joe DeRose and sheriff Jim Traficant.

James Naples III & Johnny Chechitelli discuss some FBI files on the Mahoning Valley La Cosa Nostra. Did you know the FBI had a rat inside the Youngstown Mob in the mid-1960s? This informant gives details on how he was made in Campbell, OH.

Johnny stopped by the Mob Museum in Las Vegas and noted all the Youngstown Mob connections. We expand throughout Northeast Ohio from the Danny Greene bombings in Cleveland to the "Cadillac" Charlie bombings in Youngstown. Also find out what Youngstown's seat at the Commission was...

James Naples III & Johnny Chechitelli, are joined by the most infamous bank burglar to ever come out of the Youngstown area, Amil Dinsio. Amil and his crew burglarized a United California Bank in Laguna Niguel, California in 1972. Legend has it that they were tipped off by the Cleveland Mob to rob the safety deposit boxes at this particular bank because it's where President Richard Nixon was keeping millions of dollars in illegal campaign contributions. Allegedly, former Teamsters President Jimmy Hoffa paid Nixon $3 Million to get pardoned from prison but wanted his money back. Amil details the heist in his book Inside the Vault.

Johnny Chechitelli talks about making Crooked City, interviewing Mark Batcho in prison and walking through a murder. Also, highlights from the Youngstown Mob group posts this week and a shout out to Gary Jenkins and Gangland Wire Podcast.

James Naples III & Johnny Chechitelli look ahead as Crooked City nears its conclusion just as The Vegas Player Podcast gets off the ground. We've got a 2-for-1 on the Youngstown Mob Post of the Week, with both leading to discussions of guys who were shot to death.

James Naples III & Johnny Chechitelli highlight a pair of "Post of the Weeks" from our Youngstown Mob Facebook group. James Olmstead provides another great .pdf file for the group. This time, it's an old Youngstown State University research paper, featuring an interview with Joseph "Pobo" Jennings. "Pobo" details the riots of the 1920s, in which the Italian community in Niles, Ohio fights back against the Ku Klux Klan. The Italian Americans of Niles were able to push back against the KKK and defend themselves, as well as their town, against the bigotry. The second "Post of the Week" features Youngstown's own, Nick Adduci. Nick is a talented musician who allows us to use his original song "Seat 17" in our intros and outros of our Mob Talk shows. Nick posted an acoustic performance of this song -- inspired by former Mahoning Valley Congressman-turned-convict James Traficant. We feature his entire performance at the end of this show.

On this episode James Naples III & Johnny Chechitelli talk about the time Nick Saban and Bob Stoops' uncle (also Bob Stoops) were part of a Youngstown robbery. Plus, rare pictures of Pittsburgh made man Brier Hill Jimmy Prato, a preview of the latest Crooked City podcast episode, the always unpredictable James Traficant, and another nod to Gary Jenkins & the Gangland Wire Podcast.

The Youngstown Mob Talk Facebook group's post of the week lays claim to who coined the term "Youngstown Tune-up" and sparks a discussion on car bombs, remote starters and how much it was worth to start a mobster's car. Plus, you'll hear a quick anecdote from Al Bundy himself, Ed O'Neill about growing up in Youngstown. Also James Naples III & Johnny Chechitelli discuss episode 13 of the Crooked City podcast, "The End of Omerta," as well as the upcoming podcast series "The Vegas Player with Jimmy Mulidore."

James Naples III & Johnny Chechitelli highlight some great topics brought up in the Youngstown Mob Talk Facebook Group. Subscribe to this channel on Youtube at Amazing Podcast Company for more content like this. Also be sure to join the discussion on Facebook,

On this episode we found out the truth about Goodfellas and Youngstown, Ohio. According to the internet, Martin Scorsese dedicated the movie to Youngstown. Supposedly there is a Youngstown Vindicator in the final scene. Is any of this true?? James Naples III & Johnny Chechitelli got to the bottom of it. Join the conversation on the "Youngstown Mob" Facebook group and please subscribe to this channel for more Amazing content to come!