Joey Merlino on Growing Up in The 60s and 70s

Joey Merlino, one of the most recognizable figures in the American Mafia, shares memories of growing up in Philadelphia during the 60s and 70s—a time when the streets raised you, and respect meant everything.

He reflects on how different life was back then… and takes a jab at today’s generation for being glued to video games while kids in his day were out hustling, playing ball, and learning street smarts the hard way.

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[vezaromedia]

What do you think is the biggest difference between childhood back then and now?

[les]

That was a great time to grow up in Philadelphia I remember it

Great time to grow up anywhere. I remember there was less than 5 fat kids in the whole school. Today there is less than 5 skinny kids in school. Haha

[colinmonkley]

Why do I hate this guy more than any other gangster ??