Welcome to The Hollywood Godfather Podcast. Actor, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and Mafia associate Gianni Russo best known for portraying Carlo in ‘The Godfather’ has teamed with an unlikely ally, Patrick Picciarelli, writer, retired NYPD lieutenant, and current private investigator to put together a thought-provoking, tragic, funny, and often shocking view of Gianni’s life in the mob and the movies. His counterpart and co-host, Patrick, gives his insights into the world of crime, and comm ...
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Season 15 - Episode 284 - Catholic Confusion
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In this episode, we dive deep into Gianni's personal story of faith and tradition as he reflects on his Catholic upbringing. Gianni opens up about a pivotal time in his faith journey, recounting his childhood struggle with polio. He reflects on the profound questions that arose during that time, wondering why God would allow such suffering to befal…
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Season 15 - Episode 283 - A Gift of Hope: How Frank Sinatra and a Transistor Radio inspired Gianni
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The gift that just keeps giving. Gianni tells of the significance of the gift and unexpected journey set in motion with a nod to the profound impact that a simple object like a transistor radio can have on one's destiny. Gianni tells about the inspirational connection between Frank Sinatra's music and Gianni's newfound belief in his own potential s…
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Season 15 - Episode 282 - Don Rickles Dying Question: What Did Sinatra Know About Marilyn's Death
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In this episode of *The Hollywood Godfather Podcast*, Gianni Russo and Jeanie delve into the fascinating world of classic Hollywood, focusing on the legendary comedian Don Rickles. They explore the lesser-known side of Don Rickles, including his long-standing friendship with Gianni Russo. Russo shares hilarious stories from his time working with Ri…
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Season 15 - Episode 281 - Mailbag Edition: Listener’s Questions
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In this Mailbag Edition, Gianni dives into listener questions about his legendary Las Vegas nights and celebrity escapades. From highly successful endeavors in Sin City to unforgettable, fun-filled nights with stars, Gianni shares behind-the-scenes stories and answers your questions. Tune in for a thrilling journey through the glamorous and wild ti…
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Season 15 - Episode 280 - When life gives you lemons…The making of Gianni Russo’s State St.
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In this captivating episode, we delve into the remarkable story of Gianni Russo and the making of his legendary State Street restaurant in Las Vegas. Transforming a modest realty office into a thriving after-hours speakeasy, Gianni turned lemons into lemonade, creating a hotspot that was the place to be from 6 PM to 6 AM. State Street became synony…
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Season 15 - Episode 279 - Intercepted: My unexpected Route to Success
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In this episode, we delve into the fascinating story of Gianni Russo and his Las Vegas ventures. Russo takes us on a rollercoaster ride, from his ambitious plans for the Renaissance Hotel to the unexpected turn of events that led to the birth of his iconic Club Gianni Russo State Street. He’ll regale you with tales of A-list celebrities, unforgetta…
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Season 15 - Episode 278 - 24 Karat "Party" Crash Landing
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THE NIGHT GIANNI STOLE THE SHOW AT CAESARS PALACEAf GRI Entertainment
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Season 15 - Episode 277 - Claws & Chaos with Siegfried & Roy
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When "THIS IS MY LIFESTYLE" got. wild with Siegfried & Roy's leopardAf GRI Entertainment
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Season 15 - Episode 276 - Elvis’s Hangout- Tiffany’s at The Tropicana
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An exclusive hangout for Elvis Presley and other celebrities to unwind and have a good time.Af GRI Entertainment
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Season 15 - Episode 275 - Let's Talk Las Vegas
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VEGAS LIGHTS AND MOB TIES: Gianni Russo’ s untold story of entrepreneurship in Sin City.Af GRI Entertainment
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Season 15 - Episode 274 - Al Sapienza
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Hollywood Centrist - Untitled and UnbiasedAf GRI Entertainment
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Season 15 - Episode 273 - BOOM BOOM MANCINI
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Boxing legend Ray “BOOM BOOM” Mancini in his own wordsAf GRI Entertainment
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Season 15 - Episode 272 - A Heartfelt Thank You To Albert S Ruddy
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Lights, Camera, Reflections. My Life In The Movies Started with the great, Al Ruddy.Af GRI Entertainment
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Season 15 - Episode 271 - Mail Bag
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Gianni & Jeanie answer our listeners emailed questions.Af GRI Entertainment
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Season 15 - Episode 270 - Steve Schirripa: Vegas, Sopranos, Blue Bloods & Buddies
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Join veteran actors Steve Schirripa and Gianni Russo for an exclusive look at their incredible friendship spanning decades and continents. They'll delve into their Vegas beginnings and their experiences living in NYC. Great stories from two Hollywood Icons and a surprise cameo of the highly sought after WILLIE BOY!…
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Season 15 - Episode 269 - Soap Operas, Silver Screens & The Sopranos. The Many Hats of The Talented MATT SERVITTO
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This episode dives into his impressive career of Matt Servitto, including his iconic role on The Sopranos, his experiences behind the camera as a director, and the highly anticipated movie Alto Knights. Prepare to be entertained!!Af GRI Entertainment
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Season 15 - Episode 268 - From Demolition to Denkmal: The Fight for Marilyn Monroe's Legacy
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Can Marilyn's House be saved? Can Marilyn's Death Certificate be changed from Suicide to Homicide? Sign the petition here.Af GRI Entertainment
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Season 15 - Episode 267 - The Many Lives of Al Sapienza: Musician, Actor, Movie Star.
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You don’t want to miss this exciting episode with the exceptionally talented Al Sapienza. His memorable portrayal of Mikey on The Sopranos is just one of the many great performances he's given throughout his career. Buckle up for a wild ride as Al shares the highlights of his multifaceted career.Af GRI Entertainment
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Season 15 - Episode 266 - A glimpse of the exciting episodes coming your way
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Join us for a sneak peak of the exciting things in store for the Hollywood Godfather Podcast. Season 15 promises to bring you a roller-coaster ride of informative, entertaining and laugh out loud episodes featuring a diverse range of exciting guests, from authors and actors to people on the inside. Don't miss an episode, we know where you live.…
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Season 15 - Episode 265 - Camera to Canvas the talented Federico Castelluccio
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Federico Castelluccio from the hit series THE SOPRANOS pulls back the curtain on his life and career in this exclusive interview.. Hear him dish about his journey to the top, his shifting roles and the unwavering passion that keeps him going. But that's not all! Federico Castelluccio shares an unexpected encounter with a ghostly presence that left …
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Season 14 - Episode 264 - Burt Kearns Author of Marlon Brando: Hollywood Rebel
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Burt Kearns Author of Marlon Brando: Hollywood RebelAf GRI Entertainment
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Season 14 - Episode 263 - Aldo Gucci: Power, Family and the Fashion Empire
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This episode of the Hollywood Godfather dives into the fascinating and dramatic world of Aldo Gucci, the man who transformed his father's Florentine leather workshop into a global fashion Empire.Af GRI Entertainment
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Season 14 - Episode 262 - Runlett & Baldacci Report
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Host Robert Baldacci from The Runlett & Baldacci Report on Youtube joined us to talk about show business, politics and more. View The Runlett & Baldacci Report on Youtube.Af GRI Entertainment
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Episode 261 – Catching up with Kathrine Narducci
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Kathrine Narducci talks about her role as Anna Genovese in the mob film “Alto Knights”, her iconic role in “The Sopranos” and her upcoming plans. Recorded: 03/11/2024 Airing: 04/3/24Af GRI Entertainment
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Season 14 - Episode 260 - The March Mailbag
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Listener's questions and comments.Af GRI Entertainment
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Season 14 - Episode 259 - Mobsters and Nazis
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Michael Benson joins the Hollywood Godfather hosts to talk his book Gangsters & Nazis: How Jewish Mobsters Battled Nazis in Wartime America.Af GRI Entertainment
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Season 14 - Episode 258 - Current Affairs
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Current AffairsAf GRI Entertainment
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Season 14 - Episode 257 – Who Killed Christa Helm?
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Special Guest Jamey DuVall Host / Producer / Writer Geeks United and The Kubrick Series Show Overview: The Murder of Crista Helm: Jamey DuVall from Movie Geeks United joins us to discuss his decade-long investigation into the murder of actress Christa Helm. http://www.whokilledchristahelm.com http://www.moviegeeksunited.com…
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Season 14 - Episode 256 - Interview with Steve Hodel author of The Black Dahlia Avenger
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Steve Hodel, a retired LAPD detective, joins us to discuss his books and his unexpected relationship to gruesome killing of The Black Dalhia - Elizabeth Short. Look for Steve’s books on Amazon. https://a.co/d/ixhDfyHAf GRI Entertainment
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Season 14 - Episode 255 - Listener's Emails
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Listener's EmailsAf GRI Entertainment
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Season 14 - Episode 254 - Mr. Copacabana with Jim Proser
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Mr. Copacabana: The outrageous life story of Monte Proser, creator and operator of the famous Copacabana nightclub. Mr. Copacabana: An American History by Night (Jericho Mountain) https://a.co/d/2VtZjHQAf GRI Entertainment
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Season 14 – Episode 253 – Hollywood Godfather meets the Hollywood Kid
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Hollywood Godfather meets the Hollywood KidAf GRI Entertainment
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Season 10 - Episode 184 - Interview with Judge Jeanine Pirro
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Interview with Judge Jeanine PirroAf GRI Entertainment
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Season 5 Episode 98 - Interview with Henry “Bombastic” Bushkin”
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Interview with Henry “Bombastic” Bushkin”Af GRI Entertainment
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Season 6 - Episode 111 - Interview with Actor, Writer & Producer Chazz Palminteri
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Interview with Actor, Writer & Producer Chazz PalminteriAf GRI Entertainment
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Season 9 - Episode 160 – Interview with Miles Watson: An Insider’s Unknown Stories of the Mob
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Interview with Miles Watson: An Insider’s Unknown Stories of the MobAf GRI Entertainment
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Season 6 Episode 119 – The Unusual Artistry of Sid Krofft: Interview with a Hollywood Legend
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The Unusual Artistry of Sid Krofft: Interview with a Hollywood LegendAf GRI Entertainment
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Season 6 - Episode 118 - Interview with the Legendary Frankie Valli: Still Walking Like a Man
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Interview with the Legendary Frankie Valli: Still Walking Like a ManAf GRI Entertainment
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Season 13 - Epsode 252 - Listener’s Emails
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Listener's EmailsAf GRI Entertainment
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Season 13 -Episode 251 - Who is A.J. Pratt? Pt. 2
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Who is A.J. Pratt? Pt. 2Af GRI Entertainment
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Season 13 - Episode 250 - Who is A.J. Pratt? pt. 1
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Who is A.J. Pratt? pt. 1Af GRI Entertainment
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Season 13 - Episode 249 – Newly Uncovered Evidence in the JFK Assassination: Interview with Mark Shaw
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Newly Uncovered Evidence in the JFK Assassination: Interview with Mark ShawAf GRI Entertainment
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Season 13 - Episode 248 – Battle of the Stonewall
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Battle of the StonewallAf GRI Entertainment
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Season 13 - Episode 247 - Interview Author Paul Hodos: Steel City Mafia Pt.2
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Interview Author Paul Hodos: Steel City Mafia Pt. 2Af GRI Entertainment
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Season 13 - Episode 246 - Interview Author Paul Hodos: Steel City Mafia Pt. 1
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Interview Author Paul Hodos: Steel City Mafia Pt. 1Af GRI Entertainment
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Season 13 - Episode 245 - Listener’s Emails
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Listener's EmailsAf GRI Entertainment
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Season 13 - Episode 243 - Interview with Mitchum Reeves Pt 2
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Interview with Mitchum Reeves: Moonshine Runner, wrongly convicted for murder Pt 2Af GRI Entertainment
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Season 13 - Episode 244 - Tommy Gambino Retrospective
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Tommy Gambino Retrospective Ready about it in the NY Post Here.Af GRI Entertainment
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Season 13 - Episode 242 - Interview with Mitchum Reeves
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Interview with Mitchum Reeves: Moonshine Runner, wrongly convicted for murder Pt 1Af GRI Entertainment
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Season 13 - Episode 241 - Ogden, Utah: Lawless City
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Ogden, Utah: Lawless CityAf GRI Entertainment
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