Gavin Schmitt
Milwaukee Mafia
Did you know Milwaukee had a Mafia? Many people don't realize how powerful the Milwaukee Mafia was - especially during Frank Balistrieri's impressive 30-year reign! Gavin Schmitt has been researching and writing published works on the Milwaukee Mafia for over a decade, and is considered the top expert on the subject. Join Gavin Schmitt and Eric Wulterkens as Gavin takes you through stories of the Milwaukee Mafia, and related Wisconsin true crime. For more information, visit MilwaukeeMafia.com
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More Information Sources 27.05.2025 22:21
In this EXCLUSIVE Patreon podcast episode, Gavin discusses his information sources beyond FBI files. As always, if you have a question you'd like answered, submit it to MilwaukeeMafia@gmail.com Thanks for supporting the podcast! -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email...
The Shorecrest Hotel 20.05.2025 47:57
Hear the story of the Shorecrest hotel and how it plays into Mob History. Also a special guest makes a short appearance -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Bec...
Mafia Nicknames 13.05.2025 8:19
A listener wants to know what Gavin's favorite mafia nickname is. Gavin shares many mafia nicknames - many of which are hard to believe they're truly nicknames. Stevie Wonder? -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore t...
Howard Meister and Continental Bank 06.05.2025 45:49
In this episode we discuss another possible shady banker tied to the Mafia -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon.c...
Answering Listener Questions 29.04.2025 15:49
In this Patreon exclusive, Gavin and Eric answer listener questions. Question one: A listener asks if Gavin is concerned about his safety. Question two: A listener asks why people are so fascinated with the Milwaukee Mafia. Thank you for supporting our podcast. Enjoy! -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/...
The Wiretap Lawsuit 22.04.2025 40:10
In this episode we discuss Franks string of lawsuits against the government for unlawful wiretapping -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Fam...
Introducing: Stigmas and open wounds 16.04.2025 43:37
Traci and Eric talk the basics of reiki and Traci talks about her first experiences with reiki. -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family:...
Was Frank Balistrieri ever more powerful than Sam Giancana? 15.04.2025 30:05
In this exclusive Patreon audio, Gavin discusses a listener-submitted question: Was Frank Balistrieri ever more powerful than Sam Giancana? For reference, Sam Giancana was the boss of the Chicago Outfit from 1957 to 1966. -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin...
Robert Warren's War Stage 1 08.04.2025 33:38
In this episode we discuss Robert Warrens first push to take down the Mafia in Milwaukee -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https:/...
Book Talks vs. Podcasts 01.04.2025 11:12
Gavin gives his thoughts on the pros and cons of being an author who gives book talks vs. an author who hosts podcasts. Gavin's Books: https://amzn.to/3ssKOQH -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafi...
The Conclusion of Franks TRial 25.03.2025 52:30
In this episode we hear about the sentencing of the Milwaukee Mafia Mob Boss -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon...
More Information Sources 18.03.2025 22:21
In this EXCLUSIVE Patreon podcast episode, Gavin discusses his information sources beyond FBI files. As always, if you have a question you'd like answered, submit it to MilwaukeeMafia@gmail.com Thanks for supporting the podcast! -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email...
Robert Warren 11.03.2025 48:40
In this episode we hear about Robert Warren, a critical piece to taking down the Mafia in Milwaukees history -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of...
Mafia Nicknames 04.03.2025 8:19
A listener wants to know what Gavin's favorite mafia nickname is. Gavin shares many mafia nicknames - many of which are hard to believe they're truly nicknames. Stevie Wonder? A listener wants to know what Gavin's favorite mafia nickname is. Gavin shares many mafia nicknames - many of which are hard to believe they're truly nicknames. Stevie Wonder? -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get u...
The Ramazini Brothers 25.02.2025 45:35
In this episode we discuss 2 mafia adjacent brothers. One good brother and one not so much -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https...
Requesting Records 18.02.2025 29:52
Gavin does a lot of records requests. In this episode, he answers questions about the process and his experience. - What is the process? - What agencies are the best to work with? - What agencies aren't so great? -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and...
Bill Cole 11.02.2025 56:44
In this episode we discuss another bookie who had a long history of talking to the FBI. -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://...
Eric Answers Questions 04.02.2025 10:30
Exclusive audio content for Patreon members. It's a switch up! Eric answers some questions! -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: http...
Misty and The Ad Lib Bar 28.01.2025 39:35
In this weeks episode we hear about a bar and some legal troubles they have regarding stripping. -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family:...
Gavin's Research Network 21.01.2025 34:35
Gavin talks about the niche network he's built up over the course of his research. Mentioned: - David Critchley: https://www.amazon.com/Origin-Organized-Crime-America-1891-1931/dp/0415882575 - Tom Hunt: https://informer-journal.blogspot.com/ -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about...
Introducing Stigmas and Open Wounds 15.01.2025 37:48
Check out one of the other podcasts on our network Stigmas and open wounds. -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.patreon....
Bankrobber Babysitter 14.01.2025 37:12
In this episode we hear the story of a couple that get a babysitter for the nigth and then proceed to drive to Michigan and rob and bank. They sucessfully complete this for a unknown amount times but 10-12 times seems reasonable. This is a story Gavin pulled in hope it would have stronger Mafia ties, but that angle did not work out but was still a great story that needed to be told -- Join the Mil...
Patreon Announcement 07.01.2025 0:31
An Intro to a change in the patreon that will lead to more content as a new user -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric at milwaukeemafia@gmail.com Explore the Milwaukee Mafia Wiki: https://milwaukeemafia.com/ Become part of the Family: https://www.pat...
Rerun: John Rizzo 31.12.2024 37:53
In this weeks episode we jump back into our normal timeline and are introduced to a new character: John Rizzo! Rizzo was the Milwaukee Mafia's primary contact for most of the gambling operations they were running out of Racine. -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email...
Rerun: Tommy Sorce 17.12.2024 37:29
In this episode, Gavin and Eric discuss a Sicilian gambler who is rumored connections with the Mob. The FBI spends extensive time investigating him to find that mob connection that most likely does not exist. -- Join the Milwaukee Mafia Newsletter and get updates about the Mafia and Gavin https://milwaukeemafia.com/join-the-mailing-list/ Got a question about this episode? Email Gavin and Eric...
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