SEASON 17 / EPISODE 308
ERIC SHAWN on FRANK COSTELLO: THE REAL LIFE GODFATHER
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IN THIS CONVERSATION
The story behind the story.
We meet with Fox News anchor and reporter, Eric Shawn. to discuss the series Frank Costello-The Real-Life Godfather. We dive into Costello’s powerful influence, his connections to the Mafia and politics, and the lasting legacy of the man they called the Prime Minister of the Mafia. Don’t miss this fascinating look at one of organized crime’s most notorious figures.
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LITTLE ITALY · GIANNI’S EARLY YEARS
Frank CostelloBefore Hollywood, a different kind of mentor.
Before Hollywood, there was Little Italy. In Hollywood Godfather, Gianni recalls Frank Costello taking him under his wing during his New York childhood. He presents Costello as a powerful early influence on the life that followed. Gianni says he worked for Costello as a messenger for years and viewed him as a mentor. On the podcast, he revisits this relationship in “Mentoring by the Mob: Frank Costello.” This chapter presents Gianni’s personal recollections, with links to his memoir and interview.
Gianni’s memoir · publisher synopsis ↗ Gianni’s 2019 VICE interview ↗
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