• S17E313: Mailbag Special "Birthday" Edition

  • Apr 23 2025
  • Length: 49 mins
  • Podcast

S17E313: Mailbag Special "Birthday" Edition

  • Summary

  • In this episode of the 'Hollywood Godfather' podcast, the hosts celebrate the birthday of their special guest, Patricia, who is also the mother of co-host Jeanie. The lively conversation covers various topics, from the challenges Gianni Russo faced growing up, including his fight with polio and a traumatic hospital incident, to his remarkable career in Hollywood and connections with influential figures like Frank Sinatra and Frank Costello. The discussion also includes humorous and heartwarming anecdotes, reflections on life and perseverance, and ends with a warm birthday serenade to Patricia, inspiring listeners with messages of resilience and positivity.


    00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement

    00:39 Celebrating Patricia's Birthday

    01:20 Gianni's Childhood and Overcoming Polio

    02:21 Reflections on Positivity and Resilience

    07:04 Gianni's Mentors: Frank Sinatra and Marlon Brando

    07:58 Mailbag Questions and Patricia's First Question

    19:37 Gianni's Family and Real Estate Ventures

    22:44 Upcoming Netflix Project and Legacy

    23:49 Commercial Break and Event Announcement

    25:27 Mobsters and the Black Panthers

    26:18 Tropicana Tales and Elvis Presley

    28:35 Entrepreneurial Journeys

    30:31 Family and Personal Reflections

    38:52 Golf and Business Insights

    41:23 Overcoming Adversity

    46:20 Final Thoughts and Blessings

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