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Mafia Unveiled: John and Gene Show

Mafia Unveiled: John and Gene Show

By John Alite, Gene Borrello

πŸŽ™οΈ Welcome to "Mafia Unveiled: John and Gene Show"! πŸ•΅οΈβ€β™‚οΈ Join John Alite & Gene Borrello as they reveal organized crime's secrets & untold tales. 🚨 Get ready for a groundbreaking journey reshaping true crime storytelling! πŸ” In each episode, they offer an authentic perspective challenging traditional narratives. πŸ’¬ "Mafia Unveiled" guides you through emotional labyrinths, exploring provocative mob history. πŸš€ Subscribe now & be part of the revolution where "Mafia Unveiled: John and Gene Show" reshapes true crime podcasting. πŸŽ‰ #johnalite #geneborrello #mafiaunveiled #theoddestcouple #mafia
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Inside the Cali Cartel: From Cocaine Kings to Prison Bars - Gilberto RodrΓ­guez Orejuela's Son

Mafia Unveiled: John and Gene ShowFeb 13, 2024

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Inside the Cali Cartel: From Cocaine Kings to Prison Bars - Gilberto RodrΓ­guez Orejuela's Son

Inside the Cali Cartel: From Cocaine Kings to Prison Bars - Gilberto RodrΓ­guez Orejuela's Son

We are excited to announce the return of "Mafia Unveiled: John and Gene Show"! Get ready for more gripping stories and exclusive behind-the-scenes insights. Subscribe now and follow us on Instagram for the latest updates: @johnalite @geneborrello. Join us as the journey continues! πŸ”πŸ”₯ In this episode, John Alite and Gene delve into the history of the Cali Cartel and its co-founder, Gilberto Rodriguez. They provide in-depth information about Gilberto's role in the cartel, his incarcerations in Colombia and the United States, and their own encounters with the cartel and the legal system. The episode also features an interview with Fernando Rodriguez Mondragon, Gilberto's son, who offers valuable perspectives on his father's life and the impact of the drug trade. The conversation concludes with a powerful message about the consequences of drug involvement and a life of crime. Key Points: - The Cali Cartel, co-founded by Gilberto Rodriguez, operated in Colombia with a distinct approach to drug trafficking, setting it apart from other cartels. - Gilberto Rodriguez's imprisonment in both Colombia and the United States underscores the global reach of law enforcement in pursuing drug traffickers. - Fernando Rodriguez Mondragon emphasizes the adverse effects of drug trade involvement and urges young people to steer clear of it. - The conversation provides unique insights into the personal experiences and viewpoints of individuals connected to the cartel, offering a deeper understanding of organized crime complexities. Episode Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:12 The Cali Cartel and Gilberto Rodriguez 06:16 Prison Experiences and Sentencing in the United States 07:10 Interview with Fernando Rodriguez Mondragon 17:21 Fernando's Personal Experience and Message 23:43 Reflection on the Conversation and Conclusion Don't miss this compelling episode of #MafiaUnveiled. #johnalite #geneborrello #cali #mobsters #gangster

Feb 13, 202425:06
Unraveling History's Most Feared Mafia Crews: The Untold Stories

Unraveling History's Most Feared Mafia Crews: The Untold Stories

Feb 11, 202424:50
Why Ghislaine Maxwell Will End Up Like Jeffrey Epstein - Former Mafia Hitman John Alite Explains

Why Ghislaine Maxwell Will End Up Like Jeffrey Epstein - Former Mafia Hitman John Alite Explains

After our latest viral episode, we got a ton of questions about Ghislaine Maxwell - so here's why we think Ghislaine may have a similar fate as Jeffrey Epstein. ****ANNOUNCEMENT**** Our Patreon channel is BACK! If you want to ask John a question live on our show or get a direct call from us, this is the place to sign up. We will be doing live call-ins with our community, answering all of your most pressing questions. We will have bonus and exclusive content, and all of our backlogged content that's no longer on the internet, will live on our channel. For as little as $8/month, you can have access to all of this. Sign up right here today to join: https://www.patreon.com/theoddestcouplepodcast

Jun 22, 202344:15
I Was in the Same Jail as Jeffrey Epstein, I Know What Happened - John Alite Talks Epstein Jail

I Was in the Same Jail as Jeffrey Epstein, I Know What Happened - John Alite Talks Epstein Jail

John Alite gives his opinion about the Jeffrey Epstein death, based off of his own experience at MCC jail.

Jun 01, 202330:15
Hidden Wiretaps, Informants, and Would John Gotti. Sr Have Been on Social Media?
May 13, 202342:39
What Does Pure Violence Feel Like? When Do You Realize What You've Done? John Talks About When He Finally Understood

What Does Pure Violence Feel Like? When Do You Realize What You've Done? John Talks About When He Finally Understood

****John and Felix will be having their first ever LIVE show in New York City on Thursday, May 25th at 7:30pm. Buy your tickets here now!****


On this episode, John discusses his violent past - how he first realized all the hurt he caused, how he lived with himself, and how he was able to one day come to terms with it.

May 04, 202343:51
John & Felix Make a Big Announcement, Talk About the Cartels Vs. The Mafia
Apr 26, 202344:25
Can a Former Murderer Have Empathy? John Alite & Felix Levine Debate

Can a Former Murderer Have Empathy? John Alite & Felix Levine Debate

On this episode of The Oddest Couple, John and Felix talk about whether or not it's possible for John to now feel empathy, given his past. *******WE ARE IN THE PROCESS OF BOOKING A LIVE PODCAST IN NY IN MAY, PLEASE STAY TUNED ABOUT TICKET DROPS ON INSTAGRAM @johnalite***********

Apr 18, 202339:36
John and Felix Talk Gun Control - We FINALLY Talk SOME Politics and It Gets Interesting..

John and Felix Talk Gun Control - We FINALLY Talk SOME Politics and It Gets Interesting..

John and Felix FINALLY talk politics and it gets interesting.

Apr 11, 202342:01
John Alite Gets Emotional Talking About Incarcerated Son

John Alite Gets Emotional Talking About Incarcerated Son

On this episode of The Oddest Couple podcast, John gets emotional talking about his incarcerated son. He talks about his own personal guilt, as well as gives incarcerated parents advice on how they can help their children.

Apr 02, 202343:28
John Alite's Confession of His Biggest Mistakes Made While in the Mafia - The Oddest Couple - Ep. 3

John Alite's Confession of His Biggest Mistakes Made While in the Mafia - The Oddest Couple - Ep. 3

On this episode of The Oddest Couple, John gets about as real as he's ever gotten in his reflection about how he viewed himself while he was a mobster. He talks about often feeling like a scumbag, insecure, and his deepest regrets about the violence he inflicted.

Mar 26, 202346:06
The Oddest Couple Episode 2 - John Alite Revisits Time in Prison, Regrets About Ever Joining the Mafia

The Oddest Couple Episode 2 - John Alite Revisits Time in Prison, Regrets About Ever Joining the Mafia

The Oddest Couple is BACK! Episode 2 is here. John and Felix go in-depth on John's nearly 20-year stint in jail. Alite goes into his regrets about ever joining the mob.
Mar 18, 202341:05
John Alite & Felix Levine Are BACK! The Oddest Couple - Episode 1. The Return.

John Alite & Felix Levine Are BACK! The Oddest Couple - Episode 1. The Return.

John Alite & Felix Levine are back together after a couple years away from doing their previously highly popular show. The two talk about the myths about why they stopped doing their show, their unique relationship dynamic, and John opens up deeply about the passing of his daughter.

Mar 10, 202344:20
WWE Legend Rob Van Dam Talks With John Alite

WWE Legend Rob Van Dam Talks With John Alite

On this episode, John, Felix, and John's son Johnny, talk to WWE Legend Rob Van Dam.

Oct 15, 202145:50
The Most Lucrative Money-Making Businesses For the Mafia - John Alite Talks Drugs and the Mafia

The Most Lucrative Money-Making Businesses For the Mafia - John Alite Talks Drugs and the Mafia

On this episode, John Alite goes into a host of subjects, including some of the most lucrative money-making businesses the mafia went into.

Oct 14, 202101:06:27
"I Had 8 Passports and The Feds Still Got Me" - John Alite Details Arrest in Brazil

"I Had 8 Passports and The Feds Still Got Me" - John Alite Details Arrest in Brazil

On this episode, John Alite goes in-depth on how he used 8 different passports while on the run and how Β the FBI tries to track you down as a criminal trying to evade.

Oct 11, 202154:26
"My Father Was a Hitman in the Mafia" John Alite's Son Recounts Growing Up with Mobster Father

"My Father Was a Hitman in the Mafia" John Alite's Son Recounts Growing Up with Mobster Father

In this episode, we bring on John's son, Johnny, to talk about what it was like growing up with a mobster for a father. This episode offers a fantastic perspective on the toll that the mafia would take on family members, especially once incarcerated.

Oct 05, 202147:25
Jimmy Calandra - John Alite and Larry Mazza Respond to Calandra's Callouts

Jimmy Calandra - John Alite and Larry Mazza Respond to Calandra's Callouts

On this episode, John Alite joins Larry Mazza in discussing Jimmy Calandra's recent callouts - as per everyone's requests.

Jun 19, 202128:01
When I Was Wrongly Accused of Murder in the Infamous Rabbi Fred Neulander Case

When I Was Wrongly Accused of Murder in the Infamous Rabbi Fred Neulander Case

On this episode, we talk about the time that when police suspected John of being involved in the huge case of Fred Neulander, the Rabbi in New Jersey that was found guilty for having his wife killed in 1994.

May 30, 202125:17
Being The Brother of a Mafia Hitman | Jimmy Alite, John Alite's Brother, Reveals All

Being The Brother of a Mafia Hitman | Jimmy Alite, John Alite's Brother, Reveals All

Today, we bring on John's brother, Jimmy Alite, to give his perspective on what it was like being the brother of a former mob hitman.Β 

May 22, 202101:06:10
Recalling the Violent Mafia Days and John Gotti Sr.

Recalling the Violent Mafia Days and John Gotti Sr.

On this latest episode, John talks about some of his past violence and his time with the Gambino family under John Gotti Sr.

May 21, 202117:27
Life Inside the World’s Toughest Prisons | "Spaghetti Wars" with John Alite

Life Inside the World’s Toughest Prisons | "Spaghetti Wars" with John Alite

On this latest episode, John talks about his time in some of the world's worst prisons, his escape plans, and what "spaghetti wars" means to an inmate.
May 21, 202144:16
How The FBI Tried To Set Me Up AGAIN - Sting Operation Part 2

How The FBI Tried To Set Me Up AGAIN - Sting Operation Part 2

On this latest episode, John talks about being set up in Florida by the FBI again, and his tactic on how figured out they were undercover FBI agents.

May 14, 202125:28
FBI Drug Sting Operation and The Mafia Part 1 | Mafia Truths with John Alite

FBI Drug Sting Operation and The Mafia Part 1 | Mafia Truths with John Alite

John Alite goes in-depth on when the FBI tried a drug sting operation on him at one of his notable hangout locations.

Apr 21, 202126:37
John Alite Sits Down with Anthony Ruggiano Jr, Son of Legendary Mafia Boss β€œFat Andy”

John Alite Sits Down with Anthony Ruggiano Jr, Son of Legendary Mafia Boss β€œFat Andy”

Anthony Ruggiano Jr and John Alite recall their life with mob boss "Fat Andy."

Apr 09, 202127:33
Gruesome Truths About the Mafia - John Alite Recounts Shooting His Own Cousin

Gruesome Truths About the Mafia - John Alite Recounts Shooting His Own Cousin

John Alite talks about his cousin, and how his involvement in the mafia almost cost him his life.

Apr 05, 202117:19
What's it like to be in a Jail Cell Next to a Terrorist? John Alite Tells All

What's it like to be in a Jail Cell Next to a Terrorist? John Alite Tells All

John Alite talks about some of the world's most wanted terrorists, and his experience living with them in jail.

Apr 03, 202121:18
Philadelphia Mafia Boss Joey Merlino, and the Deal that Kept Him Alive

Philadelphia Mafia Boss Joey Merlino, and the Deal that Kept Him Alive

John Alite talks about a live changing deal involving Philadelphia mobster, Joey Merlino.

Mar 29, 202114:37
Did Jeffrey Epstein Kill himself? An Inside Look with Former MCC Inmate John Alite

Did Jeffrey Epstein Kill himself? An Inside Look with Former MCC Inmate John Alite

John Alite talks about his time at MCC and his theory on Jeffrey Epstein's death.

Mar 26, 202113:31
John Alite Talks Joey Scopo and Colombo Boss Murder

John Alite Talks Joey Scopo and Colombo Boss Murder

John Alite recounts the age of Joey Scopo and his demise.

Mar 19, 202116:09
John Alite Talks Westies and Irish Mafia Truths

John Alite Talks Westies and Irish Mafia Truths

St. Patrick's Day Special! John Alite shares some stories about the Irish and their involvement in the mafia.

Mar 16, 202117:24
Mafia Truths: Persico Wars, Part Two

Mafia Truths: Persico Wars, Part Two

John Alite and Felix Levine interview Larry Mazza on Greg Scarpa aka "The Grim Reaper."

Mar 15, 202118:58
Mafia Truths: Persico Wars, Part One

Mafia Truths: Persico Wars, Part One

John Alite and Felix Levine interview Larry Mazza on Greg Scarpa aka "The Grim Reaper."

Mar 12, 202116:23
Women's Day Special: Ex-Mobster and Actress Interview US Marine Corps Veteran

Women's Day Special: Ex-Mobster and Actress Interview US Marine Corps Veteran

John Alite and actress Angie Jerez have a talk with US Marine Corps Veteran, Cassandra Dikijian about her experience in the military and how she wants to use her nursing career to help people and empower women.

Mar 08, 202116:23
Killing a Killer

Killing a Killer

John and Gene discuss a notorious killer. (This episode was pre-recorded.)

Mar 05, 202115:44
Addressing the Gene Situation

Addressing the Gene Situation

John addresses Gene's situation.

Mar 01, 202105:33
Roger King and the Mob

Roger King and the Mob

John talks about how he met Roger King.

Feb 26, 202114:58
Loyalty to the Butcher, Part Two

Loyalty to the Butcher, Part Two

Tommy Karate's best friend tells all. Part Two of the interview about Thomas Pitera, aka "The Butcher."

Feb 22, 202134:16
Loyalty to the Butcher, Part One

Loyalty to the Butcher, Part One

John invites a special guest to talk about "The Butcher", aka Thomas Pitera.

Feb 19, 202132:04
Gene Borrello Talks Peter "Pete" Tuccio's Recent News

Gene Borrello Talks Peter "Pete" Tuccio's Recent News

Gene Borrello talks about the latest news of Peter "Pete" Tuccio.

Feb 01, 202113:22
How Did a Former Mafia Hitman and FBI Agent Become Best Friends? John Alite Talks Forbes Article
Jan 30, 202128:54
"Willie Boy" Johnson - John Alite Talks "Willie Boy" Johnson, John Gotti Sr. Gambling Habits

"Willie Boy" Johnson - John Alite Talks "Willie Boy" Johnson, John Gotti Sr. Gambling Habits

On this episode, John Alite & Gene Borrello talk about "Willie Boy" Johnson, as well as what it was like to go out with the legendary mobster, John Gotti Sr.

Dec 30, 202046:01
John Alite Talks Sammy "The Bull" Gravano, Hit on Paul Castellano

John Alite Talks Sammy "The Bull" Gravano, Hit on Paul Castellano

Former Hitman for John Gotti, John Alite, talks about his relationship with Sammy "The Bull" Gravano, former Underboss of the Gambino Crime Family. He also goes in-depth about what he knew about the hit on Paul Castellano, one of the most notorious figures in mafia history.

Dec 17, 202024:20
Mafia Informant John Rubeo Tells All to John Alite, Gene Borrello, and Felix Levine

Mafia Informant John Rubeo Tells All to John Alite, Gene Borrello, and Felix Levine

Have you ever wondered what it's like to wear a wire for numerous years while being in the mafia? John, Gene, and Felix sit down in an exclusive tell-all interview with John Rubeo, former Genovese associate who turned informant. Rubeo worked for Joey Merlino and earned for him.


UPDATE: John's judge on the case, Judge Sullivan, has re-opened the case after listening to this interview and Rubeo unfortunately may face potential consequence.sΒ 

Dec 15, 202001:26:58
John Alite Talks Netflix Series "Fear City: New York vs. The Mafia" Labor Unions and The Mafia

John Alite Talks Netflix Series "Fear City: New York vs. The Mafia" Labor Unions and The Mafia

John Alite, who featured on the recent top Netflix series "Fear City: New York vs. The Mafia" goes in-depth on how the labor unions functioned in conjunction with the mafia.

Dec 02, 202020:16
Re-Release FULL Mike Dowd Episode - Most Notorious Corrupt Cop Sits Down with Former Top Mafia Hitman John Alite

Re-Release FULL Mike Dowd Episode - Most Notorious Corrupt Cop Sits Down with Former Top Mafia Hitman John Alite

We're finally able to give you the ENTIRE Mike Dowd Episode in its podcast version, one of the most highly anticipated episodes from our show. Mike Dowd is the feature on the hit documentary "The Seven Five". We recorded this a few months ago, but wanted to re-release the entire episode as we now have permission to do so.

Dec 02, 202001:32:28
#20 Snow Billy

#20 Snow Billy

Former Top 6ix9ine Associate Snow Billy comes on the show to talk with John, Gene, and Felix to recount when 6ix9ine ordered a sanctioned hit on him that nearly took his life.
Aug 24, 202045:49
#19 - John Alite Talks with His Own High-Profile Attorney, Doug Anton

#19 - John Alite Talks with His Own High-Profile Attorney, Doug Anton

John Alite, Gene Borrello, and Felix Levine sit down with John's attorney, and one of the best in the country, Douglas Anton.

Aug 23, 202041:25
#17 Vincent Rossetti - John Alite & Gene Borrello Talk to Former Bonnano Associate

#17 Vincent Rossetti - John Alite & Gene Borrello Talk to Former Bonnano Associate

John Alite, Gene Borrello, and Felix Levine sit down with Vincent Rossetti, former Bonnano Associate who made a lot of money through various ways, including schemes on Wall Street. We will be doing a follow-up episode with Vincent soon.

Jul 26, 202028:36
#16 - Nick Christophers - John Alite & Gene Borrello Sit-Down with Co-Author of "Prison Rules"

#16 - Nick Christophers - John Alite & Gene Borrello Sit-Down with Co-Author of "Prison Rules"

John Alite, Gene Borrello, and Felix Levine sit down with author and artist, Nick Christophers. Nick co-authored "Prison's Rules" with John Alite.

Jul 25, 202030:58