Crook County: The Secret Double Life of a Mafia Hitman
Summary
Mark Smerling promotes Crook County, a new podcast from Tenderfoot TV and iHeart Podcasts. The series chronicles the life of Kenny Tequila, a Chicago firefighter who secretly served as a ruthless mafia hitman for over two decades. His son, Kyle, interviews him to uncover the truth about his father’s double life, heroin addiction, and violent criminal past.
Topics discussed
Introduction to Crook County podcast
Kenny the Kid's rise in the Chicago mob
Trailer clips: Threats and police raids
Kenny's double life as firefighter and hitman
Family's shock at discovering the truth
The toll of organized crime on the family
Kenny's regrets and addiction struggles
Where to listen to Crook County
Listen ad-free on Castria