Double Deal - True Stories of Criminals, Crimes and LiesExplicit

by Lara Chicofsky & Nina Jobe

My name is Lara Chicofsky, and my cohost is Nina Jobe. We created this podcast to shine a light on some of the lesser known characters and crimes in Boston and New England. We've spent the past two years researching the Boston crime scene primarily focusing on the 1960s. There are many podcasts and books available about organized crime in the Boston area, but ours is a bit different. I spent most of my life in my father’s world ...   ...  Read more
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  • Season 2

  • The Hit Parade of 1974

    The Hit Parade of 1974

    S02 E14
    22:13

    Over 130 murders were committed in Boston in 1974 with one day in mid January seeing three slayings in less than 16 hours. The year didn’t end much differently with two men being shot five minutes apart. We're highlighting many of those hits and a few others outside of the state, including Joe Schiavone in Rhode Island.Next week's episode will be dedicated to the Lady of the Dunes, and the following week will be The Hit Parade of 1975.For a transcript of this episode visit our website. Follow us on Twitter for sneak peeks of upcoming episodes. You can also find us on Instagram and Facebook.Questions or comments, email lara@doubledealpodcast.com or nina@doubledealpodcast.comDonate to Lara and Nina

  • A Tale of Two Thieves, Well Many Thieves

    A Tale of Two Thieves, Well Many Thieves

    S02 E13
    28:52

    We're back this with our favorite topic: bank robberies, armored truck heists and colorful characters! There are a few familiar names from last season, some new ones, and we journey a little bit outside of Massachusetts. Linked episodes: Prison Break!Joe Meet JoeThe Gang That Couldn't Shoot StraightHit Parade: 1970-1973For a transcript of this episode visit our website. Follow us on Twitter for sneak peeks of upcoming episodes. You can also find us on Instagram and Facebook.Questions or comments, email lara@doubledealpodcast.com or nina@doubledealpodcast.comDonate to Lara and Nina

  • Not Your Average Joe: Joseph JR Russo & Some North End Tales

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    Not Your Average Joe: Joseph JR Russo & Some North End Tales

    S02 E12
    26:11
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    Mafia hitman JR Russo makes his debut as Jerry Angiulo returns for hijinks on the high seas.The Nite LiteThey're After Me Like a F***ing AnimalThe Hit Parade of 1966The Hit Parade; 1970-1973The Defense Never RestsJoe Meet JoeFor a transcript of this episode visit our website. Follow us on Twitter for sneak peeks of upcoming episodes. You can also find us on Instagram and Facebook.Questions or comments, email lara@doubledealpodcast.com or nina@doubledealpodcast.comDonate to Lara and Nina

  • Joe Meet Joe: Joseph Barboza - Part 3 - The Final Act

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    Joe Meet Joe: Joseph Barboza - Part 3 - The Final Act

    S02 E11
    40:44
    Explicit

    "Here he was, with all kinds of evidence against him in a death penalty case, and he acted like he was in small claims court. He wasn't concerned at all."Joe Barboza goes on trial for the murder of Clay Wilson. But his three favorite Feds -- Harrington, Rico and Condon -- come to Barboza's rescue once again, saving him from death row.Dying to be MadeTeddy Deegan 1Teddy Deegan 2Teddy Deegan 3As the Coin-O-Matic TurnsThe Hit Parade of 1965The Hit Parade of 1966They're After MeJack's Justice - Part 3For a transcript of this episode visit our website. Follow us on Twitter for sneak peeks of upcoming episodes. You can also find us on Instagram and Facebook.Questions or comments, email lara@doubledealpodcast.com or nina@doubledealpodcast.comDonate to Lara and Nina

  • California Dreaming - Joseph Barboza - Part 2

    California Dreaming - Joseph Barboza - Part 2

    S02 E10
    34:47

    "Tell Denny [Condon] I still love him.... if Rico was here, he'd help me." --August 1970 letter from Joe Barboza to Walter Barnes.Joe Barboza is back. After perjuring himself at the FBI's behest, Barboza is shipped off to California. But he just can't stay away from Massachusetts and makes multiple trips back home until he's finally arrested in New Bedford in July 1970. And the Feds' cases begin to fall apart.Dying to be MadeTeddy Deegan 1Teddy Deegan 2Teddy Deegan 3As the Coin-O-Matic TurnsThe Hit Parade of 1965The Hit Parade of 1966They're After MeJack's Justice - Part 3Note: Look for the end of Barboza's life and criminal career next week.For a transcript of this episode visit our website. Follow us on Twitter for sneak peeks of upcoming episodes. You can also find us on Instagram and Facebook.Questions or comments, email lara@doubledealpodcast.com or nina@doubledealpodcast.comDonate to Lara and Nina