Diving Deep into Montreal's Mafia Wars – Bad Blood Season 1

Beyond the Big Screen

Join Steve Guerra and Chris as they delve into the 'Bad Blood' series, unearthing the enthralling life of Mafia boss Vito Rizzuto. This episode builds on their previous discussions, offering in-depth analysis of episodes three and four of the series. They discuss the portrayal and significance of Vito's mistress, the pivotal role of women in Mafia history, and Vito's entanglement in Montreal's construction industry. The hosts also explore Rizzuto's relationships with biker gangs, the Lennoxville Massacre, and the escalating biker wars in Quebec. Additionally, the episode examines Vito Rizzuto's struggles, his family's tragic fate, and the seismic shifts in Montreal's criminal underworld after his imprisonment and release.
00:00 Introduction to Beyond the Big Screen Podcast
00:33 Diving into the Bad Blood Series
01:19 Critique of Vito's Mistress
02:53 The Role of Women in the Mafia
07:43 Mafia's Grip on Montreal's Construction Industry
13:52 Introduction to Biker Gangs in Canada
28:28 The Rise of the Rock Machine
29:53 Vito Rizzuto's Strategic Alliances
31:30 The Expansion of Hells Angels
44:46 The Return of Vito Rizzuto
47:09 The Assassinations of Nico Sr. and Nico Jr.
53:32 The Changing Rules of the Mafia
56:59 Vito Rizzuto's Personal Losses
Transcript URL: https://share.descript.com/view/ujYKCVx8ztx
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