Chicago Mafia : Operation Family Secret | Michael Franzese & Kurt Calabrese

Today I will to talk about something that was huge in Chicago back in 2007. It was called Operation Family Secrets case, a highly publicized and big media affair. And in this episode, I’m going to Sit Down with someone who is very close to that event, the son of Frank Calabrese. Kurt Calabrese is one of two sons of Frank, and he shared a tremendous amount of interesting story about growing in a household with a notorious father, his relationship with his father, uncle and brother, and his involvement in the Operation Family Secret.

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[poisonoak]

I have to say, at first I was disappointed to find out it wasn’t frank jr, but after hearing Kurt speak this sitdown was definitely worthwhile, great job as always Michael!

[HeyWiseGuy]

I'm constantly impressed at how much a listener can get out of these sit downs with your guests, Michael. If you listen carefully, there's always something to learn to either avoid or use (for good). I try to never miss a talk.

[bloodhound]

Throughout my life I love my family but sometimes you have to cut some of them loose as well. Family betrayal, blood or otherwise, brings a level of devastation that feels like a brick wall toppling down onto you. When you can't trust family in this life it's hard to trust anybody in this life. Good stuff, Michael.

[SuperCasey]

I've read the family secrets book and when the Calabreses talk about how afraid they were of their father, they had every reason to be. The guy was a truly scary individual and seemed to relish the fact that people were frightened to death of him.
One of the best sitdowns you've done on your channel Michael.
Keep up the amazing work you do.

[BRealx]

Michael Franzese preaches to individuals that even people like myself with multiple felony convictions can still "hang on" and be extremely successful, despite our disadvantages we have brought upon ourselves. Keep on motivating people Michael, your "Mob Stories" are out here saving people's lives and reinforcing our dreams. THANK YOU BROTHER!!

[Epro]

Great to hear the other side of a story more on Chicago plz

[alantinoalantonio]

God bless you Mr. Franzese. May you and your family have a wonderful Thanksgiving. May we not forget our military and those that are going through difficult times. 🙏🇺🇸

[petethegreek]

This was an incredible sit down. I’ve heard and read numerous articles and books about Frank sr, Jr and Nick . Never knew he had another son. Truly enjoyed this one because of the commonality you have with him because his brother turned on his father. Wish it was longer . Thank you Michael 🔥

[Shinobi_ninja_clan]

Watching this one from the ICU after Major Surgery for Cancer, got through it luckily. Really enjoyed this episode. Keep doing ur thing guys

[michaelgriger]

Good video Michael! Coming from a fellow Christian, it is entertaining to hear the old stories from that life, but its even more awesome to hear the testimonies of people getting out of that life! That's what's truly important! God bless sir!!

[johnmckelvey]

Michael it's good to hear Kurt's side of the story. That life destroys families in the long run. Thanks for sharing.

[dannycunliffe]

Unbelievable sit down! Priceless conversation that I didn’t want to end. Would love to see more of these, beyond special.

[ML-kxgz]

I watched both parts, out of order thanks to youtube algorithm but I gotta say you can really see that this guy has a heart and is a genuinely nice guy, you can see him getting close to tears about how this all went down. Great sit down.

[betmulligan]

I hope Kurt is getting some help for the rage and resentment he has concerning his family. I can hear the energy and pressured speech he has talking about it so many years after.

[husseinaharuna]

Always something to learn. You became my mentor the first day I ever listened to your story. I picked that special word OUTLAST

[jameskarins]

Wow I was not expecting this interview to be this good. When he was talking about his dad finding out about the money I was on the edge of my seat

[timhunt]

But I forgot to add are you inspired me to go to church I go every Sunday God bless you

[Chevy]

Thanks from a Chicago guy for touching on the outfit. A ton of great mafia history in Chicago. Man, now if you can get a sit down with Frank jr it would be

This is my neck of the woods! Thank you Michael for this awesome sit-down! That family secrets trial was soo big here in Chicago in the summer and fall of 2007! It's nice to her from Kurt Calabrese, for a change considering how much we've heard from junior, especially here in Chicago. 5 guys were on trial, 4 of them were mob guys and there was 1 retired cop. All 4 mob guys got life and the retired cop got 12 years. I guess the moral of this sit-down is don't go into the life because it will destroy your family!

[LaReginaPatrizia]

I always look forward to these. One of my goals for next year is to binge watch and take notes. I want to become an "expert" in mob knowledge.