Episodes

  • Andrew Joseph Lococo and Tuna
    Jul 15 2025

    In this episode we talk about a man who works with the mafia to get a 2 million dollar loan to build his dream of being a tuna fisherman

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    Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin. He has written several books on the subject and regularly speaks across the country.

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    53 mins
  • Gavin's Thoughts on the Accuracy of Mafia Movies
    Jul 8 2025

    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 lover]

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    Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin. He has written several books on the subject and regularly speaks across the country.

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    20 mins
  • Hugh O'connell and Joseph Balistrieri
    Jul 1 2025

    In this episode Gavin talks about Hugh O'Connell and the great risk he takes on Joseph Balistrieri

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    Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin. He has written several books on the subject and regularly speaks across the country.

    Get Gavin’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Gavin-Schmitt/e/B00E749XFS

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    29 mins
  • Moving from One Mafia to Another
    Jun 24 2025

    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

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    Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin. He has written several books on the subject and regularly speaks across the country.

    Get Gavin’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Gavin-Schmitt/e/B00E749XFS

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    21 mins
  • Frank in Prison and the fall of Kings IV
    Jun 17 2025

    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

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    Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin. He has written several books on the subject and regularly speaks across the country.

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    44 mins
  • What was Frank Buccieri's role in Milwaukee?
    Jun 10 2025

    Patreon members, please enjoy this exclusive Patreon-only episode on Frank Buccieri.

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    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)

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    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/

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    Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin. He has written several books on the subject and regularly speaks across the country.

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    16 mins
  • Robert Warren vs The Scene
    Jun 3 2025

    Robert Warren begins his battle against the Mafia by taking down on of Frank's bars The Scene

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    Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin. He has written several books on the subject and regularly speaks across the country.

    Get Gavin’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Gavin-Schmitt/e/B00E749XFS

    Book Gavin for a Presentation: https://gavinschmitt.com/

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    52 mins
  • More Information Sources
    May 27 2025

    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!

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    Gavin Schmitt is the leading historical expert on the mafia in Wisconsin. He has written several books on the subject and regularly speaks across the country.

    Get Gavin’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Gavin-Schmitt/e/B00E749XFS

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    22 mins