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May 10, 2024 88 mins

This week on Wise Kracks, join hosts Jon Orlando and Bill Krackomberger as they delve into the dark and compelling life of George "Cowboy" Martorano, the longest-serving first-time non-violent offender in U.S. Federal Prison history. Released in 2015 after more than 32 years behind bars, Martorano shares riveting tales from his life, including his interactions with infamous figures like John Gotti, Pablo Escobar, and Griselda Blanco. From harrowing experiences in maximum-security prisons and long stints in solitary confinement to his extraordinary friendships with some of the most notorious criminals of our time, Martorano's story is one of survival and transformation.

Timecodes: 01:00 - Introduction to George Martorano 07:00 - Life in Maximum Security Prison 12:00 - Connections with the Mob 14:00 - Cellmate Stories: John Gotti 25:00 - Experiencing America's Toughest Prisons 50:00 - The Road to Freedom 01:13:00 - Encounters with the FBI 01:18:00 - Unveiling Ties with Pablo Escobar and Griselda Blanco

Tune in for an episode packed with unfiltered narratives that provide a rare glimpse into the intertwining worlds of organized crime and the justice system.

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