Betting on Lefty
The True Story of Frank Rosenthal and Mafia in Las Vegas
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Explore the riveting life of Frank "Lefty" Rosenthal, the man who transformed Las Vegas into the glittering epicenter of organized crime. This gripping narrative delves into Rosenthal's extraordinary journey from a sports handicapper in Chicago to one of the most influential figures in the Las Vegas casino scene, all while under the watchful eye of the Mafia.
Lefty's story is a tale of brilliance and controversy. He was a gambling genius who was celebrated for his unmatched skill in managing casinos with precision and profit. The Stardust, Fremont, Marina, and Hacienda casinos flourished under his leadership, generating millions for their mob-connected owners. However, his life was a constant battle with danger, betrayal, and a notorious feud that culminated in an assassination attempt.
Against the tumultuous backdrop of 1970s and 1980s Las Vegas, this book unveils the intricate workings of the Mafia, illuminating the inner mechanisms of casino skimming, corruption, and the intricate dynamics between mob bosses and their associates. Uncover Lefty's tumultuous personal life, including his volatile marriage to Geri McGee, whose infidelity and tragic end added intrigue to an already gripping story.
It also highlights Rosenthal's professional achievements and challenges and vividly depicts his relationship with Anthony Spilotro. Their partnership, fraught with tension and violence, ultimately led to their downfall as law enforcement closed in.
Richly detailed and meticulously researched, this book offers an insider's view of the rise and fall of Las Vegas' Mafia empire, painting a picture of a time when the city was both a glamorous paradise and a hotbed of criminal activity. "Betting On Lefty" is a must-listen for anyone fascinated by the dark and dazzling history of Sin City and the enigmatic man who epitomized its highs and lows.
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Jay Malkoun isn't the type of man who lets a little thing like being blown up slow him down. In March 2019, a car bomb outside a gym in Athens detonated the Mercedes Jay's his children had been riding in less than an hour earlier. It was an explosion heard around the world, as global media, law enforcement agencies, and underworld cartels speculated on who had moved to assassinate the former gangster and retired leader of one of the world's most feared and powerful underworld organisations. There were a hundred possible suspects. Jay has some ideas about it too.
By: Jay Malkoun
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Of Mobsters and Movie Stars
- The Bloody "Golden Age" of Hollywood
- By: Joan Renner
- Narrated by: Lee Ann Howlett
- Length: 9 hrs and 8 mins
- Unabridged
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In this gripping historical account, expert crime historian Joan Renner explores the shadowy world of fame and crime during Hollywood's most glamorous era. As Los Angeles transformed into the epicenter of film, it also became a haven for notorious criminals and mobsters, weaving a complex tapestry of allure and danger that is sure to intrigue.
By: Joan Renner
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The DeCavalcante Mafia Crime Family: Real Sopranos
- The Complete and Fascinating History of a New Jersey Criminal Organization That Inspired a Popular TV Hit
- By: Mafia Library
- Narrated by: John Raynar
- Length: 3 hrs and 14 mins
- Unabridged
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If you want to uncover the secrets of one of the most notorious criminal organizations in American history, then you need to listen to this audiobook. Within these chapters is a riveting and in-depth exploration of the shadowy history of the DeCavalcante family, from their origins to their ultimate downfall.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Wow. Masterpiece
- By Hela Kujal on 09-09-23
By: Mafia Library
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Killer
- The Autobiography of a Mafia Hit Man
- By: Joey the Hit Man, David Fisher
- Narrated by: Steve Marvel
- Length: 10 hrs and 3 mins
- Unabridged
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The Bronx-born son of a Jewish bootlegger, "Joey the Hit Man" was introduced to crime when he was just eleven years old. For the next thirty years he was a numbers king, scalper, loan shark, enforcer, and drug smuggler. He hijacked trucks, fenced stolen goods, and trafficked in pornography. But Joey really made his name as a Mafia assassin, racking up thirty-eight cold-blooded hits-thirty-five for cash, three for revenge.
By: Joey the Hit Man, and others
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The Bruno-Scarfo Mafia Crime Family
- A Complete History of a Philadelphia Criminal Organization
- By: Mafia Library
- Narrated by: Christopher J. Orlando
- Length: 3 hrs and 27 mins
- Unabridged
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For over a century, the Bruno-Scarfo crime family reigned over Philadelphia before a series of internal and external events led to their downfall. Such was the power that the family possessed that they had close connections with the Five Families of the New York Mafia.
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5 out of 5 stars
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GREAT STORY
- By Carlos A Hickman on 09-11-24
By: Mafia Library
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The Golden Gang
- Bushranger Frank Gardiner and the Biggest Gold Robbery in Australian History
- By: Ian W. Shaw
- Narrated by: Steve Shanahan
- Length: 7 hrs and 36 mins
- Unabridged
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Atop the hierarchy of Australian bushrangers sits Ned Kelly–the ultimate outlaw–and just below him, the tragic figure of Ben Hall, who joined a gang led by a man whose name today is less well known, but in his time was much more famous than any other: Frank Gardiner. Mastermind of the largest gold robbery in Australia’s history, Gardiner led an extraordinary life, the full telling of which is long overdue. In a tough country and among a group of tough men, Gardiner was the toughest of them all.
By: Ian W. Shaw
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Casino
- Love and Honor in Las Vegas
- By: Nicholas Pileggi
- Narrated by: Ron Leibman, Fred Neumann, Ken Weitzman
- Length: 2 hrs and 51 mins
- Abridged
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A real-life story of love and betrayal set in America's favorite playground, Casino is a Mafia tragedy of Shakespearean dimensions, as well as the inside account of just how the mob lost control of the neon money-making machine it created.
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Waste of free credit
- By Britney on 03-10-16
By: Nicholas Pileggi
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MOVE: The Untold Story of an American Tragedy
- By: Curtis Bryant, Kevin Arbouet
- Narrated by: Tariq Trotter
- Length: 5 hrs and 19 mins
- Original Recording
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This searing audio documentary brings listeners deep inside the unforgettable story of MOVE, gaining unprecedented access to surviving MOVE members, elected officials from the era, eyewitnesses, and historians to create an indelible portrait of an American tragedy.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Balanced Examination of History
- By James Peacock on 08-14-24
By: Curtis Bryant, and others
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Dawn of the Dixie Mafia
- Legends of the Deep South, Book 2
- By: Synova Cantrell
- Narrated by: Josh Tepford
- Length: 3 hrs and 2 mins
- Unabridged
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From their birthplace in Phenix City, Alabama to the corruption of today, the Dixie Mafia’s tentacles stretch from coast to coast throughout the south. While most of the world denies their existence, this network of freelance criminals have flown under the radar for the most part since the 1950s. Their structure is completely different than that of La Cosa Nostra so people discount them as rogue bands of individual criminals. In reality it’s one massive web of corruption, lies, and murder.
By: Synova Cantrell
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The Devil Behind the Badge
- The Horrifying Twelve Days of the Border Patrol Serial Killer
- By: Rick Jervis
- Narrated by: Timothy Andrés Pabon
- Length: 10 hrs and 27 mins
- Unabridged
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Melissa Ramirez, Claudine Anne Luera, Guiselda Hernandez, and Janelle Ortiz were four marginalized women striving to make ends meet as sex workers. They looked out for one another. But they would soon share a connection that none of them could have imagined. When Melissa was found dead, the other three women were on edge but assumed they were safe. Twelve days later, they too were dead and police had detained an unlikely suspect—Juan David Ortiz, a ten-year veteran of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Well researched
- By Tiffany on 10-07-24
By: Rick Jervis
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- Alice J Reiber
- 09-11-24
GREAT STORY!
The story is great, and the author really captured everything important about Frank Rosenthal. The voice is perfect. Highly recommended.
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- Carlos A Hickman
- 10-24-24
EXCELLENT!
Casinos, Las Vegas, Mafia, and All is a true story with excellent narration. What else do you need.
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