Gavin answers a listener's question about his thoughts on mafia movies. In his response, Gavin names some of the best mafia-related movies as far as accuracy, and some that are less than great. As a bonus, this episode's conversation takes a detour to answer a listener's question about the difference between "mafia" and gang". Fun fact: Did you know that Gavin has rated over 8,000 movies? Check out what he's watching on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/Gavin6942/ [not sponsored, just a movie l...
Jul 08, 2025•20 min•Season 3Ep. 132
In this episode Gavin talks about Hugh O'Connell and the great risk he takes on Joseph Balistrieri -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the m...
Jul 01, 2025•29 min•Season 3Ep. 145
Gavin and Eric discuss a listener's question related to mafia members changing their mafia membership. Mentioned in this episode: - Al Capone - Madison Mob Boss: Carlo Caputo - Madison Underboss: Joe "Pizza Pie" Aiello (not to be confused with Chicago's Joe Aiello) - Rockford Mob Boss: Tony Musso - Mobster who moved from Milwaukee to California: Andrew Lococo - Two Kansas City mobsters who helped out in Milwaukee at Frank Balistrieri's request: Joseph Gurera and Buster Balestrere -- Join the Mil...
Jun 24, 2025•21 min•Season 3Ep. 131
In this episode we hear about Franks time in prison and Robert Warren continues his battle by attacking another of Franks Businesses the KIngs IV -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Sc...
Jun 17, 2025•44 min•Season 3Ep. 136
Patreon members, please enjoy this exclusive Patreon-only episode on Frank Buccieri. -------------------- Trigger warning: This episode does mention domestic violence. If you or a loved one need assistance, the National Domestic Abuse Hotline is 800.799.SAFE (7233) -------------------- Frank Buccieri's, Fiore Buccieri's, Sally Papia's, and the Lake Geneva Playboy Club's FBI files can be found on my website: milwaukeemafia.com/fbi-files/ -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates abou...
Jun 10, 2025•16 min•Season 3Ep. 130
Robert Warren begins his battle against the Mafia by taking down on of Frank's bars The Scene -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia ...
Jun 03, 2025•52 min•Season 3Ep. 136
In this EXCLUSIVE Patreon podcast episode, Gavin discusses his information sources beyond FBI files. As always, if you have a question you'd like answered, submit it to MilwaukeeMafia@gmail.com Thanks for supporting the podcast! -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia...
May 27, 2025•22 min•Season 3Ep. 129
Hear the story of the Shorecrest hotel and how it plays into Mob History. Also a special guest makes a short appearance -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading histo...
May 20, 2025•48 min•Season 3Ep. 136
A listener wants to know what Gavin's favorite mafia nickname is. Gavin shares many mafia nicknames - many of which are hard to believe they're truly nicknames. Stevie Wonder? -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon....
May 13, 2025•8 min•Season 3Ep. 128
In this episode we discuss another possible shady banker tied to the Mafia -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin. He ha...
May 06, 2025•46 min•Season 3Ep. 136
In this Patreon exclusive, Gavin and Eric answer listener questions. Question one: A listener asks if Gavin is concerned about his safety. Question two: A listener asks why people are so fascinated with the Milwaukee Mafia. Thank you for supporting our podcast. Enjoy! -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milw...
Apr 29, 2025•16 min•Season 3Ep. 127
In this episode we discuss Franks string of lawsuits against the government for unlawful wiretapping -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the...
Apr 22, 2025•40 min•Season 3Ep. 136
Traci and Eric talk the basics of reiki and Traci talks about her first experiences with reiki. -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafi...
Apr 16, 2025•44 min•Season 3Ep. 136
In this exclusive Patreon audio, Gavin discusses a listener-submitted question: Was Frank Balistrieri ever more powerful than Sam Giancana? For reference, Sam Giancana was the boss of the Chicago Outfit from 1957 to 1966. -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ B...
Apr 15, 2025•30 min•Season 3Ep. 126
In this episode we discuss Robert Warrens first push to take down the Mafia in Milwaukee -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wi...
Apr 08, 2025•34 min•Season 3Ep. 136
Gavin gives his thoughts on the pros and cons of being an author who gives book talks vs. an author who hosts podcasts. Gavin's Books: https://amzn.to/3ssKOQH -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafi...
Apr 01, 2025•11 min•Season 3Ep. 125
In this episode we hear about the sentencing of the Milwaukee Mafia Mob Boss -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin. He ...
Mar 25, 2025•53 min•Season 3Ep. 136
In this EXCLUSIVE Patreon podcast episode, Gavin discusses his information sources beyond FBI files. As always, if you have a question you'd like answered, submit it to MilwaukeeMafia@gmail.com Thanks for supporting the podcast! -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia...
Mar 18, 2025•22 min•Season 3Ep. 124
In this episode we hear about Robert Warren, a critical piece to taking down the Mafia in Milwaukees history -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical exper...
Mar 11, 2025•49 min•Season 3Ep. 128
A listener wants to know what Gavin's favorite mafia nickname is. Gavin shares many mafia nicknames - many of which are hard to believe they're truly nicknames. Stevie Wonder? A listener wants to know what Gavin's favorite mafia nickname is. Gavin shares many mafia nicknames - many of which are hard to believe they're truly nicknames. Stevie Wonder? -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question ab...
Mar 04, 2025•8 min•Season 3Ep. 123
In this episode we discuss 2 mafia adjacent brothers. One good brother and one not so much -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in ...
Feb 25, 2025•46 min•Season 3Ep. 128
Gavin does a lot of records requests. In this episode, he answers questions about the process and his experience. - What is the process? - What agencies are the best to work with? - What agencies aren't so great? -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become par...
Feb 18, 2025•30 min•Season 3Ep. 122
In this episode we discuss another bookie who had a long history of talking to the FBI. -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wis...
Feb 11, 2025•57 min•Season 3Ep. 128
Exclusive audio content for Patreon members. It's a switch up! Eric answers some questions! -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in...
Feb 04, 2025•11 min•Season 3Ep. 121
In this weeks episode we hear about a bar and some legal troubles they have regarding stripping. -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the maf...
Jan 28, 2025•40 min•Season 3Ep. 120
Gavin talks about the niche network he's built up over the course of his research. Mentioned: - David Critchley: https://www.amazon.com/Origin-Organized-Crime-America-1891-1931/dp/0415882575 - Tom Hunt: https://informer-journal.blogspot.com/ -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://m...
Jan 21, 2025•35 min•Season 3Ep. 121
Check out one of the other podcasts on our network Stigmas and open wounds. -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin. He h...
Jan 15, 2025•38 min•Season 3Ep. 128
In this episode we hear the story of a couple that get a babysitter for the nigth and then proceed to drive to Michigan and rob and bank. They sucessfully complete this for a unknown amount times but 10-12 times seems reasonable. This is a story Gavin pulled in hope it would have stronger Mafia ties, but that angle did not work out but was still a great story that needed to be told -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-th...
Jan 14, 2025•37 min•Season 3Ep. 119
An Intro to a change in the patreon that will lead to more content as a new user -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.com/Milwaukeemafia -- Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin....
Jan 07, 2025•31 sec•Season 3Ep. 121
In this weeks episode we jump back into our normal timeline and are introduced to a new character: John Rizzo! Rizzo was the Milwaukee Mafia's primary contact for most of the gambling operations they were running out of Racine. -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia....
Dec 31, 2024•38 min•Season 3Ep. 118
