Organized Crime
Discover key takeaways from 24 podcast episodes about this topic.
The Untold Story Behind The Sopranos | FBI Agent Seamus McElearney
An FBI agent details the two-year investigation that dismantled the real-life DeCavalcante crime family, the inspiration for 'The Sopranos,' revealing the intricate strategies of informant handling and the dramatic domino effect of cooperation.
Mamá disparó cuando intentamos recuperar la casa de invasores | Mariana y Eduardo #Penitencia 184
Siblings Mariana and Eduardo recount their harrowing attempt to reclaim their mother's invaded home, detailing a violent confrontation with alleged organized criminals that resulted in two deaths and their subsequent arrest for homicide.
“Chocolate C*KE!” - Ex-FBI Most Wanted Kingpin on Sicarios, Smuggling & Power | Owen Hanson • 405
Former USC athlete Owen Hanson recounts his transformation from a rule-abiding kid to an international drug kingpin, his decade in federal prison, and his current path to redemption through legitimate business.
FBI Agent Exposes Taliban Glizzy’s Heist Ring
A former FBI agent and a former fraudster dissect a series of true crime cases, from an accountant's Disney-fueled embezzlement to a hip-hop star's jewelry heist ring and complex Ponzi schemes, revealing the intricate methods and surprising sentences behind high-stakes fraud and violent crime.
“They’re GHOSTS!” - Cartel Sheriff on Sinaloa’s Tunnels, Secret Scouts & El Chapo | 403
A former Arizona Sheriff's Deputy details the Sinaloa Cartel's sophisticated operations, from encrypted radio networks and human trafficking as a 'reusable commodity' to deep corruption and the geopolitical implications of fentanyl and border policy shifts.
3 Creepy Roommate Stories That Will Make You Lock Your Door
Three chilling tales expose the dark side of shared living, from mob coercion and disturbing obsessions to escalating sleepwalking, revealing how quickly a home can become a nightmare.
She drugged men and stole their money. Then it turned into murder.
A serial predator who drugged and robbed men for hundreds of thousands of dollars was given probation by a judge, only to allegedly escalate to murder, exposing critical failures in the justice system.
Joey Merlino: Mafia Boss of the Philadelphia Crime Family? | PBD Podcast #762
Joey Merlino, widely alleged to be a Philadelphia crime boss, vehemently denies mob ties, instead positioning himself as a 'cheesesteak guy' and entrepreneur, while offering unfiltered views on loyalty, informants, and the future of gambling.
Expongo políticos que tienen vínculos con delincuencia organizada | Miguel Meza #entrevista #México
Investigative journalist Miguel Meza exposes how Mexico's political and judicial systems are deeply infiltrated by organized crime, detailing specific cases and the systemic challenges faced by those fighting corruption.
Segunda parte - Fui jefa de plaza y terminé con 28 años de cárcel | Tere #Penitencia 181
Tere recounts her escalating involvement in drug trafficking, from crossing cars at 18 to becoming a 'jefa de plaza' and facing a 28-year prison sentence, revealing the brutal realities and personal costs of the criminal underworld.
The Unfair Psychology Behind Police Interrogations
A former law enforcement officer details his career from jail deputy to Secret Service agent, revealing the psychological tactics of interrogations, the complexities of organized crime, and the surprising realities of political protection.
Por huir de la violencia en mi casa, me relacioné con la delincuencia ¦ Renata #sobreviviente
Renata, a survivor of forced disappearance and sexual violence in Mexico, recounts her journey from a vulnerable adolescence into the orbit of organized crime, and her transformation into a powerful activist advocating for peace and a redefined understanding of justice.
Inside Miami’s Nike Theft Ring (How It Really Works)
A former criminal details his progression from fake IDs and large-scale pill dealing to orchestrating a sophisticated Nike sneaker theft and fraud ring, culminating in prison time and eventual rehabilitation.
The Most Insane Prison Escape You've NEVER Heard Of.
A former drug dealer recounts his harrowing path from a violent domestic dispute to becoming a federal informant, exposing a murder-for-hire plot from inside jail and navigating the treacherous world of Boston's criminal underworld.
A los 9 años me secuestraron y me entrenaron para matar | Beto #Penitencia 177 #entrevista #México
Beto recounts his life from being abandoned at birth and abused in adoption, to being kidnapped at age 9 and trained by a government-affiliated group to commit murders and abduct children for ritual sacrifices, ultimately leading to his current 72-year prison sentence.
PBS News Hour full episode, Feb. 23, 2026
This episode dissects escalating cartel violence in Mexico, FBI leadership scrutiny, President Trump's tariff defiance, a fragile Syrian-Kurdish peace, and Team USA's record-breaking Winter Olympics performance.
Hijo del líder del c4rt3l de Cali habla de la mu3rt3 de El Mencho
The son of a Cali Cartel leader and a controversial host claim 'El Mencho' was killed by a US-Mexican operation orchestrated by FIFA and Donald Trump to secure the 2026 World Cup in Guadalajara.
Fui pistolero de un cártel y perdí todo lo que amaba | Miguel Ángel #Penitencia 176 #México
Miguel Ángel, a man with a high IQ and academic opportunities, recounts his journey from a disfunctional family and early exposure to violence to becoming a cartel pistolero and kidnapper, ultimately losing everything he valued while serving a 30-year prison sentence.
Amenaza de MU3RT3 Gustavo Adolfo a Ceriani - Atentado a los Aguilar: la verdad | Javier Ceriani
Javier Ceriani unleashes a barrage of accusations, claiming Gustavo Adolfo Infante issued a death threat, dissecting the alleged 'staged' attack on the Aguilar family, and revealing a bombshell narco-documentary featuring the Chapo's pilot.
Kidnappings and Disappearances | 48 Hours Full Episodes
This episode compiles harrowing accounts of kidnapping survivors, detailing their resourcefulness under duress, the investigative breakthroughs that led to their captors, and the long-term psychological and transformational impacts of their ordeals.
Ex-Crime Boss drops BRUTAL NEWS for America’s Future
Former mob boss Michael Franzese reveals striking parallels between organized crime and government, offering a stark assessment of power, accountability, and the future of America.
“I Printed $10 Million Cash” - How to Spend Fake Money | Art Williams Jr
Art Williams Jr., a former notorious counterfeiter, recounts his journey from a poverty-stricken Chicago upbringing to mastering the art of printing fake money and ultimately transforming into a successful artist and entrepreneur.
El cartel me reclutó para secuestrar a secuestradores | Luis #Penitencia 173 #entrevista #México
Luis recounts his journey from a childhood in Acapulco to being recruited by a Mexican cartel, where he was tasked with kidnapping other kidnappers and extortionists, ultimately leading to his capture and a 21-year prison sentence.
Joe Rogan Experience #2447 - Mike Benz
The release of millions of Jeffrey Epstein files exposes a decades-long 'overworld-underworld alliance' between intelligence agencies, organized crime, and private finance, revealing a systemic structure of covert operations and 'professional fixers' that shapes global politics and economics.
