JFK, Pablo Escobar & The Mafia: Gianni Russo’s Untold Stories (#191)
DEAD Talks - A podcast by David Ferrugio - Mondays
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In this explosive episode of DEAD Talks, actor and storyteller Gianni Russo (best known as Carlo in The Godfather) shares unbelievable tales from his extraordinary life—mixing Hollywood glamour with mafia danger.Gianni opens up about:Surviving polio and becoming a trusted confidant of mafia bossesKilling Pablo Escobar’s right-hand man in self-defenseWild encounters with Marilyn Monroe, JFK, and Pablo Escobar himselfHis life inside The Godfather and the real mob connections behind itThis conversation is part history, part true crime, and part Hollywood legend—a raw glimpse into survival, loyalty, and the blurred lines between fame and danger.Join the DEAD Talk Patreon for only $5/mo to support our mission & and gain access to exclusive content and features. "Dead Dad Club" & "Dead Mom Club" hats and shirts: Shop Here Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping:👉 https://deadtalks.myshopify.com/ 10% off Neurogum made with sustainably-sourced natural caffeine, L-theanine, as well as vitamins B6 and B12, which have been scientifically shown to boost attention and enhance focus. Purchase “Not Dead Yet” or DEAD Talk trucker hats here with free domestic shipping: Shop Here All links to everything DEAD Talks DEAD Talks with David Ferrugio engages death a little bit differently. Each new guest shares their experience with grieving or perspective on death in a way that shatters the “don’t talk about death” taboo. Grief doesn't end; it evolves. Having lost his father on September 11th when he was 12, he learned the importance of discussion and sharing other people's stories. DEAD Talks Podcast hopes to make it a little easier to talk about grief, loss, death, mourning, trauma, or whatever it may be. You may cry, but you also may laugh. Follow DEAD Talks Podcast on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok + morewww.deadtalks.net
