Chapter
The Connection Between Gangsters and Coolness
56:34 - 1:01:29 (04:55)
Gangsters' portrayal in the media and popular culture, from songs to stories, made it harder for federal law enforcement to catch them and for the public to view them negatively.
Clips
Gangster movies, songs and stories have a dangerous impact on society as they make the organized crime world seem heroic and cool.
56:34 - 59:41 (03:06)
Organized Crime
Summary
Gangster movies, songs and stories have a dangerous impact on society as they make the organized crime world seem heroic and cool. The glorification of gangsters can make them sympathetic and harder to catch, which is a major concern for federal agencies like the FBI and CIA.
ChapterThe Connection Between Gangsters and Coolness
EpisodePart One: How The Dulles Brothers Created The CIA And Destroyed Everything Else
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Despite an urgent message from a Russian exile, Alan Dulles chose to skip the meeting to go on a date with twin sisters, or so the story goes.
59:41 - 1:01:29 (01:48)
Alan Dulles
Summary
Despite an urgent message from a Russian exile, Alan Dulles chose to skip the meeting to go on a date with twin sisters, or so the story goes.