Tony Placido always wanted to be a cop. He joined DEA at a young age expecting to see the hot spots around the United States and the world. Instead, he went to Ohio. He did his work, made cases, and got his chance to go to Peru. Starting with the supply chain for cocaine—paste—Tony takes us on a journey that eventually took him to Miami and the Sal Magluta and Willy Falcon case. Join us at Patreon.com/gameofcrimes for great content you won’t hear anywhere else Donate at paypal.me/gameofcrimes or...
Jul 10, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 106
In our final installment from the 2023 Southern California Gang Conference, our guest is the son of one of the original founders of the Cali cartel. William Rodriguez Abadia took over for his father, Miguel Rodríguez Orejuela, after he was captured and extradited back to the United States to stand trial. In his absence, William survived an attempted assassination and continued the drug operations. This is a riveting insider account of what it was like to lead the largest drug organization in the...
Jul 04, 2023•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 105
In our final installment from the 2023 Southern California Gang Conference, our guest is the son of one of the original founders of the Cali cartel. William Rodriguez Abadia took over for his father, Miguel Rodríguez Orejuela, after he was captured and extradited back to the United States to stand trial. In his absence, William survived an attempted assassination and continued the drug operations. This is a riveting insider account of what it was like to lead the largest drug organization in the...
Jul 03, 2023•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 105
Not only is it our annual update from the Southern California Gang Conference, but Game of Crime is officially two years old! (Cue marching bands and confetti). We catch up with John Mattingly (Episode 79), Joe Pistone (Episode 73), and Bob Mazur (Episode 44). John tells about an incident at a presentation, Joe tells us who recommended Johnny Depp to play Donnie Brasco, and Bob has a fateful reunion. Join us at Patreon.com/gameofcrimes for great content you won’t hear anywhere else Donate at pay...
Jun 27, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 104
Not only is it our annual update from the Southern California Gang Conference, but Game of Crime is officially two years old! (Cue marching bands and confetti). We catch up with John Mattingly (Episode 79), Joe Pistone (Episode 73), and Bob Mazur (Episode 44). John tells about an incident at a presentation, Joe tells us who recommended Johnny Depp to play Donnie Brasco, and Bob has a fateful reunion. Join us at Patreon.com/gameofcrimes for great content you won’t hear anywhere else Donate at pay...
Jun 26, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 104
Ramon “Mundo” Mendoza went from an altar boy to a hitman for the Mexican Mafia. He’s admitted to at least nine homicides during his time in the gang of gangs. He doesn’t hold back and talks about growing up and joining a gang before committing his first murder. In prison, he honed his craft and became one of the most notorious and violent members of the Mexican Mafia. Find out what changed his life and allowed him to turn his back on gang life. An eye-opening episode. Join us at Patreon.com/game...
Jun 20, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 103
Ramon “Mundo” Mendoza went from an altar boy to a hitman for the Mexican Mafia. He’s admitted to at least nine homicides during his time in the gang of gangs. He doesn’t hold back and talks about growing up and joining a gang before committing his first murder. In prison, he honed his craft and became one of the most notorious and violent members of the Mexican Mafia. Find out what changed his life and allowed him to turn his back on gang life. An eye-opening episode. Join us at Patreon.com/game...
Jun 19, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 103
Normally the job of a district attorney in rural Alabama isn’t that dangerous until revenge is in the air. Greg Griggers was returning from lunch when a former Alabama state trooper with a grudge ambushed him. It was a miracle that Greg survived the encounter. But that wasn’t his first brush with death. Join us at Patreon.com/gameofcrimes for great content you won’t hear anywhere else Donate at paypal.me/gameofcrimes or go to paypal.com and use our email: gameofcrimespodcast@gmail.com Go to Game...
Jun 13, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 102
Normally the job of a district attorney in rural Alabama isn’t that dangerous until revenge is in the air. Greg Griggers was returning from lunch when a former Alabama state trooper with a grudge ambushed him. It was a miracle that Greg survived the encounter. But that wasn’t his first brush with death. Join us at Patreon.com/gameofcrimes for great content you won’t hear anywhere else Donate at paypal.me/gameofcrimes or go to paypal.com and use our email: gameofcrimespodcast@gmail.com Go to Game...
Jun 12, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 102
Besides being a big help to the podcast, Wayne delivers justice Oklahoma style in our interview. Two crazy stories, something Wayne has never found before during a search warrant and an honest meth dealer who nearly gets everyone killed. Get the book from his niece Abigail Stinnett here: The Adventures of Someone Ordinary Who Becomes Extraordinary Join us at Patreon.com/gameofcrimes for great content you won’t hear anywhere else Donate at paypal.me/gameofcrimes or go to paypal.com and use our em...
Jun 06, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 101
Besides being a big help to the podcast, Wayne delivers justice Oklahoma style in our interview. Two crazy stories, something Wayne has never found before during a search warrant and an honest meth dealer who nearly gets everyone killed. Get the book from his niece Abigail Stinnett here: The Adventures of Someone Ordinary Who Becomes Extraordinary Join us at Patreon.com/gameofcrimes for great content you won’t hear anywhere else Donate at paypal.me/gameofcrimes or go to paypal.com and use our em...
Jun 05, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 101
What a year it has been. Some episodes made us laugh. Some made us cry. We were happy, sad, and angry. We review Episodes 51 to 99 and talk about the awesome stories we had the honor to tell. Thank you for allowing us to be your podcast partner for another year. And, as they say…you ain’t heard nothin’ yet! Join us at Patreon.com/gameofcrimes for great content you won’t hear anywhere else Donate at paypal.me/gameofcrimes or go to paypal.com and use our email: gameofcrimespodcast@gmail.com Go to ...
May 30, 2023•56 min•Ep. 100
What a year it has been. Some episodes made us laugh. Some made us cry. We were happy, sad, and angry. We review Episodes 51 to 99 and talk about the awesome stories we had the honor to tell. Thank you for allowing us to be your podcast partner for another year. And, as they say…you ain’t heard nothin’ yet! Join us at Patreon.com/gameofcrimes for great content you won’t hear anywhere else Donate at paypal.me/gameofcrimes or go to paypal.com and use our email: gameofcrimespodcast@gmail.com Go to ...
May 29, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 100
Alex Dominguez was one-year old when his family fled Cuba. He overcame numerous obstacles to eventually graduate from the University of Mimi with a degree in finance and a cushy job in a multi-national bank. All it took was one article in the Wall Street Journal and Alex gave up his fancy suits and shoes to take on the toughest job he ever had. He tells about a couple of his big cases, one of them involving a machete and threats to remove the reproductive organs of an informant. Plus he tries ou...
May 23, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 99
Alex Dominguez was one-year old when his family fled Cuba. He overcame numerous obstacles to eventually graduate from the University of Mimi with a degree in finance and a cushy job in a multi-national bank. All it took was one article in the Wall Street Journal and Alex gave up his fancy suits and shoes to take on the toughest job he ever had. He tells about a couple of his big cases, one of them involving a machete and threats to remove the reproductive organs of an informant. Plus he tries ou...
May 22, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 99
“The FBI’s investigation into the Zodiac Killer remains open and unsolved.” Maybe not for long. Jarett Kobek’s book “How To Find Zodiac” ( Audible - Amazon ) explores a new theory of the case that brings to light an entirely new name. Jarett takes us down the rabbit hole on his investigation and tells what it took to develop and name his main suspect. Is he right? Listen and see what you think. Keep an open mind. Not everything is as it seems. Join us at Patreon.com/gameofcrimes for great conten...
May 16, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 98
“The FBI’s investigation into the Zodiac Killer remains open and unsolved.” Maybe not for long. Jarett Kobek’s book “How To Find Zodiac” ( Audible - Amazon ) explores a new theory of the case that brings to light an entirely new name. Jarett takes us down the rabbit hole on his investigation and tells what it took to develop and name his main suspect. Is he right? Listen and see what you think. Keep an open mind. Not everything is as it seems. Join us at Patreon.com/gameofcrimes for great conten...
May 15, 2023•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 98
Andre Kellum doesn’t know the meaning of the word quit. He overcome a tough childhood on Chicago’s south side to join the Marines, graduate from college, and eventually made it to DEA. He worked in five different countries during his career, making an impact everywhere he went. From Project Synergy, DEA’s largest-ever global synthetic drug takedown, to pulling together the resources and people to coordinate the take down Viktor Bout, Andre got it done. Check out his new book on our page - Truth ...
May 09, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 97
Andre Kellum doesn’t know the meaning of the word quit. He overcome a tough childhood on Chicago’s south side to join the Marines, graduate from college, and eventually made it to DEA. He worked in five different countries during his career, making an impact everywhere he went. From Project Synergy, DEA’s largest-ever global synthetic drug takedown, to pulling together the resources and people to coordinate the take down Viktor Bout, Andre got it done. Check out his new book on our page - Truth ...
May 08, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 97
The day Kevin Holtry was shot (Ep. 95), it was Brian Holland who stopped the threat. This amazing story has an even more amazing beginning. Brian grew up facing more adversity before 18 than many adults see for an entire lifetime. Like Kevin, he persevered. Avoiding the gang life and dealing with a father in prison for murder, Brian’s mother gave him the advice that would carry him forward for the rest of his life. Join us at Patreon.com/gameofcrimes for great content you won’t hear anywhere els...
May 02, 2023•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 96
The day Kevin Holtry was shot (Ep. 95), it was Brian Holland who stopped the threat. This amazing story has an even more amazing beginning. Brian grew up facing more adversity before 18 than many adults see for an entire lifetime. Like Kevin, he persevered. Avoiding the gang life and dealing with a father in prison for murder, Brian’s mother gave him the advice that would carry him forward for the rest of his life. Join us at Patreon.com/gameofcrimes for great content you won’t hear anywhere els...
May 01, 2023•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 96
In the dictionary under survivor, it says “See Kevin Holtry”. Shot six times, three bullets still in his body, a paraplegic and double amputee, Kevin survived being shot six times. But it wasn’t easy. There were dark days ahead, and he was within one second of ending it all. But he didn’t and his story of survival and purpose is one of the most emotional episodes we’ve ever told. Join us at Patreon.com/gameofcrimes for great content you won’t hear anywhere else Donate at paypal.me/gameofcrimes o...
Apr 25, 2023•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 95
In the dictionary under survivor, it says “See Kevin Holtry”. Shot six times, three bullets still in his body, a paraplegic and double amputee, Kevin survived being shot six times. But it wasn’t easy. There were dark days ahead, and he was within one second of ending it all. But he didn’t and his story of survival and purpose is one of the most emotional episodes we’ve ever told. Join us at Patreon.com/gameofcrimes for great content you won’t hear anywhere else Donate at paypal.me/gameofcrimes o...
Apr 24, 2023•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 95
ATF Agent Ken Croke did what no other federal agent ever had done before—penetrate the Pagan Outlaw Motorcycle Gang and become a fully patched member and officer of the club. Working alone most of the time, Ken relied on wits and luck to stay alive, avoid discovery, and take down the most violent members of the notorious Pagan outlaw motorcycle gang. Read his story - Riding With Evil . Join us at Patreon.com/gameofcrimes for great content you won’t hear anywhere else Donate at paypal.me/gameofcr...
Apr 18, 2023•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 94
ATF Agent Ken Croke did what no other federal agent ever had done before—penetrate the Pagan Outlaw Motorcycle Gang and become a fully patched member and officer of the club. Working alone most of the time, Ken relied on wits and luck to stay alive, avoid discovery, and take down the most violent members of the notorious Pagan outlaw motorcycle gang. Read his story - Riding With Evil . Join us at Patreon.com/gameofcrimes for great content you won’t hear anywhere else Donate at paypal.me/gameofcr...
Apr 17, 2023•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 94
Mike Chapman served in a variety of positions for DEA, in the U.S. and overseas. There were a lot of challenging cases, and tough times. Working as the DEA’s Chief of Public Affairs for DEA exposed Mike to the tough decisions he would have to make when he was elected as Sheriff of Loudoun County, Virginia. He found himself and his department in the middle of two of the biggest controversies in the United States, as well as Loudoun County. Join us at Patreon.com/gameofcrimes for great content you...
Apr 11, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 93
Mike Chapman served in a variety of positions for DEA, in the U.S. and overseas. There were a lot of challenging cases, and tough times. Working as the DEA’s Chief of Public Affairs for DEA exposed Mike to the tough decisions he would have to make when he was elected as Sheriff of Loudoun County, Virginia. He found himself and his department in the middle of two of the biggest controversies in the United States, as well as Loudoun County. The newly released audiobook, HOW TO FIND ZODIAC by Jaret...
Apr 10, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 93
Pete Charette started life in Quebec, Canada but decided early on he wanted to be a cop. After coming to the United States and joining the U.S. Army, Pete got a break and started his law enforcement career in Fort Lauderdale. His knack for making cases and undercover work led him to what became DEA. His first assignment was in Paris working on the real French Connection. His exploits are legendary, and his stories are amazing. Check out Vince at PeteCharetteBooks.com for more information, pictur...
Apr 04, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 92
Pete Charette started life in Quebec, Canada but decided early on he wanted to be a cop. After coming to the United States and joining the U.S. Army, Pete got a break and started his law enforcement career in Fort Lauderdale. His knack for making cases and undercover work led him to what became DEA. His first assignment was in Paris working on the real French Connection. His exploits are legendary, and his stories are amazing. Check out Vince at PeteCharetteBooks.com for more information, pictur...
Apr 03, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 92
On August 4, 1944, Anne Frank, her family and friends were captured by the Nazis and sent to concentration camps where almost everyone died. The mystery remained - who betrayed them? Vince, with the help of a dedicated team and advanced technology and artificial intelligence from Microsoft, believe they have the answer. Check out Vince at VincePankoke.com for more information, pictures, and how to buy the book. Join us at Patreon.com/gameofcrimes for great content you won’t hear anywhere else Do...
Mar 28, 2023•1 hr 59 min•Ep. 91
