Merlino either retired and agreed to get a monthly nut out of respect and is doing the podcast to make more money Or— Merlino is not only doing a podcast to make money but more importantly as a possible defense if he ever gets indicted. His lawyer will say- If Joey was a boss, why in the world would he ever have a podcast or go on instagram. The instagram clearly shows him having fun with friends,,,
Thats my thought.