For me, I'd like to learn more about 2 Jewish gangsters, and an Italian boxing promoter...

1. Gus Greenbaum. He has an interesting bio, from the times running the racing wire, to taking over the Chicago mob's interests in the Vegas, to his personal vices which lead to his downfall. In a way, his story begins when Bugsy gets clipped. Most of us have heard of him, however, his popularity falls short of being the subject of a good documentary.

2. Hy Larner. There is practically no information about this guy. Michael Corbitt (in the autobiography, Double Deal) described him as the most powerful mobster in Chicago and was involved in gambling in Central America. He seemed to be the Chicago mob's counterpart to Meyer Lansky, and always operated in the shadows.

3. Frankie Carbo. Was a gunman, along with Bugsy Siegel in the murder of Harry "Big Greenie" Greenberg, in LA. Played a major role in corrupting the sport of boxing during the 40's to 60's, fixed many fights, and extorted many boxers. Managed Sonny Liston and I'd love to learn the details about both fights with Ali.


You shit-kicking, stinky, horse-manure-smelling motherfucker you! If you ever get out of line over there again, I'll smash your fucking head so hard you won't be able to get that cowboy hat on. You hear me? Fucking hick. -Nicky (Casino)