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Mobbed Up: The Fight for Las Vegas

Mobbed Up chronicles the rise and fall of organized crime in Las Vegas through the eyes of those who lived it: ex-mobsters, law enforcement officials, politicians and journalists. From back alleys to ... Read more

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Introducing Mobbed Up

Introducing Mobbed Up

'Mobbed Up' chronicles the rise and fall of organized crime in Las Vegas through the eyes of those who lived it: ex-mobs... Read more

5 May 2020

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Our Religion | S1E1

Our Religion | S1E1

“You never become a rat. That’s against our religion, let’s say.”  Thursday, October 11, 1979. Around 4:30 a.m., a woma... Read more

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The Family Business | S1E2

The Family Business | S1E2

"And I said, 'What's your name?' And he says, 'Tony Spilotro.'"  As a kid, Frank Cullotta’s first job was stealing. His ... Read more

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Claim to Fame | S1E3

Claim to Fame | S1E3

"It supersedes family."  Tony Spilotro always dreamed of becoming a ‘made’ man—a full-fledged member of the Chicago Outf... Read more

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