#2343 - Joe Pistone

Joe Rogan and Big Jay Oakerson interview Joe Pistone, also known as Donnie Brasco, a former FBI agent who infiltrated the Mafia. Pistone recounts his experiences going undercover, detailing how he established his alias, learned the skills of a jewel thief, and gained the trust of various mob figures, including his relationships with Lefty Ruggiero and Sonny Black. He shares stories about near-death experiences, the challenges of maintaining his cover, and the psychological toll of living a double life, also discussing his work with Scotland Yard and his thoughts on the modern state of the Mafia. He also touches on the making of the movie "Donnie Brasco" and his friendship with Johnny Depp.