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  1. 2d ago

    Reassessing NYPD Cold Cases: Mike Codella on High-Profile Investigations

    In this episode of The Mike Vilardi Show, Neil “The Media Giant” Haley and host Mike Vilardi welcome retired NYPD Detective Sergeant Mike Codella to discuss his latest book, The Evil That Walked New York: One Cop’s Pursuit for the Truth Behind Son of Sam and Its Connection to the Disappearance of Etan Patz. Drawing on his 20-year career with the New York City Police Department, Codella shares details about his investigation, the information he received from a prison informant, and the leads that shaped his book. Codella begins by describing his law enforcement career, which started in July 1983 and ended with his retirement in 2003. During his time with the NYPD, he worked in several specialized units, including Special Investigations, the DEA, the Secret Service Task Force, Missing Persons Squad, and Special Fraud Squad. He explains how his work eventually brought him into contact with an inmate who provided information about alleged connections between David Berkowitz, known as the Son of Sam, and a group reportedly involved in satanic activities. Codella discusses his investigation into the Son of Sam shootings, including theories about organized crime and an alleged satanic cult. He explains that he found no evidence linking the killings to contract hits and describes his correspondence with Berkowitz. He also recounts investigating the 1979 disappearance of six-year-old Etan Patz after receiving information from an inmate about a possible connection to the group allegedly associated with Berkowitz. Codella also discusses a lead involving a possible burial location in upstate New York. Investigators conducted ground-penetrating work that indicated disturbed ground, but they were unable to obtain a search warrant to excavate the property. As a result, the investigation did not establish what happened to Etan's remains. Codella further discusses the people and locations mentioned during the investigation, including an alleged connection to Nobel Prize-winning scientist Daniel Carleton Gajdusek. He explains that some of the information supplied by Tiny was investigated and supported by other findings, while other leads remained unresolved. He emphasizes that his book presents the information he received and the investigative steps he took, leaving readers to evaluate the claims rather than asking them to accept every allegation as fact. The conversation also examines why the investigation eventually came to an end. Codella explains that police cannot investigate a group solely because of its beliefs; there must be a specific alleged crime and information that can support an investigation. He says the case was eventually shut down by department leadership, although he does not claim to know the reason. He also addresses rumors surrounding Anthony Weiner's laptop and the deaths of several NYPD personnel, explaining why he does not believe the claims connecting those deaths to the laptop are accurate. Codella shares dangerous experiences from undercover drug operations, including talking his way out of a situation involving a machine gun. He also recounts tracking down a man named Harry to verify information about a firearm linked to another shooting. Throughout the interview, Codella stresses that his intention is not to convince readers that every allegation is true. Instead, he wants to show what happened during his investigation, the information he received, the leads he pursued, and what those efforts uncovered. The discussion offers listeners a look into the investigative process behind The Evil That Walked New York and the unresolved questions surrounding the cases explored in the book. 🧷To Learn More: 📍The Evil That Walked New York by Mike Codella is available on Amazon. Search for the book by its full title.

  2. Oct 24

    UFO Incursions, Nuclear Security Risks, & AI Threats with Indy Pederson

    In this episode of The Mike Vilardi Show, Neil “The Media Giant” Haley and Mike Vilardi welcome Indy Pederson, author of Sacrificing Humanity, to discuss his experiences in Patagonia, his investigation into reported cattle mutilations, UFOs near nuclear facilities, and his concerns about the future of artificial intelligence. Indy begins by describing a resort project he was developing on a remote island in Patagonia, Chile. The project involved a $60 million investment and architecture designed by Antoine Predock. According to Indy, local residents told him the island was known as a UFO base. Although he initially dismissed the idea, he says his experiences in the region eventually led him to reconsider his views on UFOs. He recounts witnessing the aftermath of a large cattle mutilation incident across a narrow fjord from his island. Indy describes finding dozens of mutilated cattle and discusses possible explanations he considered, including military activity, predators, human interference, and helicopters. He also refers to reports of cattle mutilations in Argentina, Chile, and Uruguay, including an investigation he says involved Uruguay's Air Force UFO Division. These experiences form part of his broader interest in unexplained phenomena. The conversation then explores reported connections between UFOs and nuclear weapons. Indy discusses interviews he conducted with military personnel, including individuals associated with nuclear missile operations, and recounts accounts of unusual objects near missile facilities and incidents involving launch systems. He also references research by Robert Hastings and journalist George Knapp, including reports concerning UFO sightings and nuclear installations in the United States and Russia. Indy shares his theory that some of these incidents may be connected, while expressing concerns about the potential implications for nuclear security. Neil, Mike, and Indy also discuss artificial intelligence and the possibility of increasingly autonomous systems. Drawing on his experience working in Silicon Valley, Indy raises concerns about advanced AI systems that could act beyond their intended limits, potentially exploit computer systems, or create serious security risks. The conversation examines the challenges of keeping powerful AI technology within controlled environments and the difficulty of understanding some of the behaviors that emerge from these systems. The discussion further considers the relationship between technological development, national security, and humanity's future. Neil emphasizes the importance of continuing to learn about AI, while Indy argues that the risks associated with advanced intelligence deserve serious attention. He also draws parallels between his concerns about artificial superintelligence and his views on the unexplained objects he describes in his research. Toward the end of the episode, Indy discusses his book, Sacrificing Humanity, which explores themes involving UFOs, nuclear weapons, and humanity's future. He describes material included in the book and shares why he believes these subjects warrant further investigation. 📍Visit sacrificinghumanity.com to learn more about Indy Pederson and his book, Sacrificing Humanity. 📍The book is also mentioned as available through Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

  3. Oct 16

    Reaching Hispanic Voters & Modern Campaign Strategy with Josh Alballero

    In this episode of The Mike Vilardi Show, Neil “The Media Giant” Haley and Michael Vilardi welcome Josh Alballero for a wide-ranging discussion about U.S. politics, immigration, election strategy, and the role of social media in political campaigns. Josh introduces his work with America Fights Back, a conservative Hispanic movement, and shares his perspective on the political issues shaping the United States. Josh discusses his background, including his connections to Georgia, Texas, California, and El Salvador, and explains the mission of America Fights Back. He describes the organization as a movement focused on reaching Hispanic Americans and educating them about conservatism and American civic values.  The conversation then turns to immigration and a migrant caravan traveling through Mexico toward the U.S. border. Josh shares information he says he received from contacts in Central America and Mexico, offering his interpretation of the caravan's growth and the political circumstances surrounding it. The discussion moves into the upcoming U.S. elections and the challenges facing both major political parties. The speakers share their opinions about the Democratic Party's direction, the influence of different voter groups, early voting, polling, mail-in ballots, voter identification, and the Electoral College. They also discuss congressional races and political contests in Georgia, Texas, Ohio, and other states, considering how candidates' messages and campaign decisions may affect their chances of winning. Another major topic is political communication and campaign strategy. Neil argues that traditional political advertising and repeated attack ads may not be as effective as campaigns expect. He encourages political organizations to create more engaging content, distribute short clips across social media, and use podcasts and other digital platforms to reach wider audiences. Josh shares his experience using social media to encourage public engagement and explains how online conversations can offer insight into the questions and concerns of his audience. Neil also introduces the potential role of artificial intelligence in developing content strategies. He suggests using AI tools to identify successful content formats, generate ideas for shareable posts, and help campaigns communicate their positions more effectively. The conversation explores the importance of understanding voters, addressing the issues that matter to them, and communicating a clear message instead of relying solely on conventional advertising. The speakers further examine redistricting, campaign messaging, the future of conservative politics, and the challenges candidates face when trying to connect with voters. Josh offers his assessment of several races and discusses what he believes some candidates could do differently to strengthen their communication. Throughout the episode, the participants share their own political opinions and predictions about the direction of American elections. 🧷To Learn More: 📍For more information about Josh Alballero and his work with América Se Defiende, visit joshalballero.com. 📍Learn more about Michael Vilardi’s book, Unexpected Assignment: Guarding the Antichrist.

  4. Oct 13

    The NCRI 10-Point Plan, Resistance Movement, and Foreign Policy with Matthew Tasooji

    On this episode of The Mike Vilardi Show, Neil “The Media Giant” Haley joins Mike Vilardi for a conversation with Matthew Tasooji about Iran’s political future, its economic challenges, the Iranian opposition movement, and possible paths toward political change. Matthew shares his personal journey from Iran to the United States in 1973 to study engineering. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Southern California (USC), earned his master’s degree at Stanford University, and returned to USC for his Ph.D. He discusses his professional background in academia and the technology industry, including his work with Qualcomm and Nokia, as well as his experience developing battery technology for electric vehicles. He also explains how returning to Iran after the 1979 revolution shaped his views and led him to become involved in opposition to the Iranian government. The discussion focuses on the conflict between the Iranian government and those seeking political change. Matthew argues that international attention should extend beyond military confrontation to the Iranian people and the opposition movement. He discusses protests, government repression, executions, and the economic difficulties facing Iranian citizens. He also shares his views on sanctions, oil exports, inflation, currency devaluation, and the alleged corruption surrounding the country’s financial system. Matthew explains his involvement with the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI), which he describes as a coalition of groups opposing the Iranian regime. He discusses the role of the People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran (MEK) and Maryam Rajavi, along with the movement’s proposed 10-point plan. The plan, as described in the conversation, includes separation of religion and state, a non-nuclear Iran, gender equality, peaceful relations with neighboring countries, and recognition of the rights of religious minorities and ethnic groups. Neil and Mike ask Matthew about the possibility of the Iranian regime being toppled, whether the United States should commit ground forces, and how international support could affect the opposition movement. Matthew argues that supporting Iranian resistance groups would be an alternative to deploying American troops. He also shares his views on the size of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard, the potential role of organized resistance, and the challenges of predicting how quickly political change could occur. The conversation also examines whether Reza Pahlavi, the son of Iran’s former shah, could play a role in the country’s future. Matthew expresses his opposition to a return to monarchy and discusses his concerns about political legitimacy, historical repression under the former shah, and the type of government Iran might adopt. The discussion highlights differing ideas about leadership and the direction of a possible transition. Later, Neil brings up the unusual exchange rates of Iranian currency and asks whether exchanging and recycling banknotes could be profitable. This leads to a lighter discussion about Iran’s official and open-market exchange rates, followed by a broader conversation about unconventional ways people can earn money in the United States. 🧷To Learn More: 📍To learn more about Matthew Tasooji’s organization and find news and analysis about Iran, visit ncrius.org. 📍National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI): ncr-iran.org 📍People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK): english.mojahedin.org

  5. Oct 3

    Elections, Economy & Faith: Foreign Policy, Voter Turnout, and the American Mindset

    In this special roundtable discussion on The Neil Haley Show and The Mike Vilardi Show, Neil “The Media Giant” Haley joins Mike Vilardi, Craig DeRoche, Pastor Mark Biltz, and Jeff Crouere for a wide-ranging conversation about the upcoming election, voter turnout, the economy, foreign policy, faith, immigration, and other issues shaping the current political discussion. Craig DeRoche discusses voter participation and the role of Christian and socially conservative voters in the upcoming election. He also explains Family Policy Alliance’s focus on voter mobilization, public policy, life, family, and freedom. Pastor Mark Biltz and Jeff Crouere share their perspectives on the election and political environment, covering voter turnout, election integrity, congressional activity, the economy, fuel prices, and issues that may influence voters. The panel discusses economic conditions, including gas and diesel prices, grocery costs, government spending, and the possible effects of international conflicts. They also discuss different views on economic policy and how voters may respond to current conditions. Another major topic is the relationship between faith and politics. The guests discuss Christian voters and the role that religious beliefs may play in civic participation. They also talk about political realignment among different groups of voters, including Jewish, Black, Hispanic, and Muslim Americans, while sharing their individual perspectives on how communities may approach the election. The discussion turns to immigration, border security, Islam, terrorism, and national security, with the participants sharing different political and religious perspectives on these issues and their connection to U.S. security. The panel also discusses foreign policy, focusing on Iran, American military involvement, the costs of war, energy prices, and the broader effects of international conflicts on the United States. The conversation also covers college campuses, protests, antisemitism, and political divisions in higher education. Pastor Mark Biltz brings a religious and biblical perspective to the discussion, including his interpretation of current events in relation to biblical prophecy. Other participants discuss what they see as growing cultural and political divisions among younger Americans. Craig DeRoche shares his personal experiences with faith and recovery, emphasizing hope, personal responsibility, and the role of faith in facing challenges. He also discusses what he sees as growing interest in Christianity among younger generations. The participants discuss the upcoming congressional elections and the uncertainty surrounding voter turnout, redistricting, and individual races. They also consider how the economy, foreign policy, faith, and local political issues may affect voters. The roundtable brings together different perspectives on political, economic, religious, and foreign-policy issues, exploring how these topics connect and why the participants believe they are important to voters. To learn more about Craig DeRoche and Family Policy Alliance, visit ⁠familypolicyalliance.com⁠. To learn more about Pastor Mark Biltz and El Shaddai Ministries, visit⁠ esm.us⁠. To learn more about Jeff Crouere and his work, visit ⁠crouere.net⁠.

  6. Oct 3

    Bible Prophecy, AI, and America’s Future | Mike Vilardi on Technology, Taxes, and Politics

    In this special simulcast of The Neil Haley Show and The Mike Vilardi Show, Neil “The Media Giant” Haley speaks with Mike Vilardi, author and host of The Mike Vilardi Show, about his book Unexpected Assignment: Guarding the Antichrist, Bible prophecy, artificial intelligence, taxes, and his views on political and economic issues affecting America’s future. Mike discusses Unexpected Assignment: Guarding the Antichrist, a fictional story involving Bible prophecy, the Rapture, the Antichrist, the Mark of the Beast, and events described in Revelation and Daniel. He explains how his main character, Bob Clement, a Secret Service agent, becomes involved in events connected to Mike’s interpretation of biblical prophecy. The conversation explores Mike’s interpretation of the 1,260 days described in Revelation 12 and how he connects that period with the Rapture and Daniel’s 70th week. He also discusses Russia, China, Israel, and other nations in relation to the prophetic scenario presented in his book. Mike explains how fiction allows him to explore what he believes future prophetic events could look like. Neil and Mike also discuss current events through the lens of Mike’s interpretation of Bible prophecy. Their conversation touches on Israel, Iran, Russia, Ukraine, Syria, and former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. Mike explains how he believes developments involving these countries relate to the larger prophetic timeline he studies. Another major topic is Mike’s interpretation of the timing of the Rapture. He discusses Psalm 90:10 and its reference to a human lifespan of 70 or 80 years and connects this passage with the establishment of Israel in 1948. Mike explains why he considers 2028 significant and identifies Rosh Hashanah in 2027 as the timeframe he currently associates with the Rapture, while acknowledging that he does not consider it a specific date. The discussion then turns to artificial intelligence and its growing role in government and business. Mike shares concerns about the use of AI in tax enforcement and describes situations he says he has encountered involving taxpayers and automated assessments. He discusses the possibility of AI being used to review historical tax returns and generate additional assessments, penalties, interest, or collection actions, while emphasizing the importance of responding to tax notices. Neil and Mike also discuss whether AI should be regulated. Mike argues that some guardrails are necessary to prevent misuse, while Neil raises concerns that excessive regulation could slow technological development. They also discuss Neil’s experience with changing AI software costs and his view that AI should help human workers become more effective rather than simply replace them. The conversation also moves into politics, elections, government spending, and the national debt. Mike shares his opinions about the Democratic and Republican parties, redistricting, upcoming elections, and the political direction of the United States. He discusses his concerns about government spending, programs such as Medicare for All, inflation, gasoline prices, and the growing cost of interest on the national debt. These views are presented as part of Mike’s broader perspective on America’s economic and political future. Throughout the episode, Mike presents his perspectives on Bible prophecy, technology, taxation, artificial intelligence, politics, economics, and the future of America. Neil challenges him on several subjects, creating a wide-ranging discussion that connects biblical interpretation with current events and emerging technology. To learn more about Mike Vilardi and Unexpected Assignment: Guarding the Antichrist, the book is available on Amazon.

  7. Sep 10

    Owen Wilson on a Near-Death Flight, Answered Prayer, Loss, and God’s Perfect Timing

    In this powerful episode of The Mike Vilardi Show, Mike Vilardi and Neil “The Media Giant” Haley welcome Owen Wilson, whose remarkable testimony is featured in Daniel Fazzina’s collection of modern-day miracle stories. Owen shares two deeply personal experiences that shaped his faith: surviving a terrifying airplane emergency and later enduring the heartbreaking loss of his firstborn son. At the center of both stories is one message—sometimes an answer to prayer appears immediately, while other times it may take years to understand what God is doing. Owen recounts flying a small aircraft with his friend Grant when the engine suddenly began losing power. They were near mountainous terrain and cold ocean water, leaving very few safe options. As the engine repeatedly started and stopped, Owen focused on getting the aircraft across a ridge so they could potentially ditch near homes if necessary. With only about 30 feet of clearance, they barely crossed the ridge. Then something completely unexpected appeared beneath them: An airfield Owen had never noticed before. Despite flying in the area for four years and marking potential emergency landing locations on his maps, he had never seen this strip. Owen remembers realizing, “We’re not going to die today.” As Owen maneuvered the aircraft toward the runway, Grant continued praying through the headset. The approach was difficult. The runway was surrounded by challenging terrain, the aircraft was coming in too fast, and a flock of geese stood near the landing path. Owen prayed they would remain on the ground. They did. The aircraft touched down safely and stopped with room to spare. After climbing out and thanking God for their survival, Owen and Grant noticed something extraordinary only meters from where they had landed: a windmill with the words: “Jesus Is Lord.” The strange coincidences continued. Animals began wandering out from the surrounding property—sheep, goats, cattle, horses, and even an ostrich. Then a young couple approached them. Their names? Truth and Grace. For Owen, the combination of the hidden airfield, the sign declaring “Jesus Is Lord,” the animals, and two strangers named Truth and Grace felt like confirmation that their prayers had been heard. The couple even had fuel available despite living on a remote, off-grid property accessible largely by boat. After testing the aircraft carefully, Owen and Grant were able to take off again and safely return home. Neil asks the obvious question: how could an experienced pilot run out of gas? Owen later investigated and discovered that the aircraft’s fuel tank markings apparently had never been properly calibrated. He had relied on the indicated measurements for years. Normally, Owen carried extra reserve fuel beyond the legal minimum. On this particular flight, he had reduced the reserve—and the aircraft ran out approximately 15 minutes earlier than expected. The experience left him realizing just how close he may have come on previous flights without ever knowing it. Owen then shares a far more painful testimony involving his wife, Angela. During their first pregnancy, at only 26 weeks, Angela experienced serious complications while visiting family in Canada. Their baby had to be delivered prematurely by C-section. Owen describes praying desperately during the drive to Calgary, asking God for a sign through the Northern Lights—something connected in his mind to the rainbows his wife had often viewed as reassurance from God. No Northern Lights appeared. Hosted by Mike Vilardi and Neil “The Media Giant” Haley, featuring conversations about faith, testimony, current events, personal transformation, and extraordinary stories of perseverance. ✈️ Running Out of Fuel in the Air🙏 Prayer During the Emergency Landing🌄 Meeting “Truth and Grace”⛽ How Did They Run Out of Fuel?💔 A Prayer That Took Three Years🌌 God Had Not ForgottenHis takeaway:📖 Divine Intervention💬 Key Takeaway🎧 The Mike Vilardi Show

  8. Sep 10

    Penny Kassay-Asencio on Surviving Darkness, Finding Faith, and Building a New Purpose

    In this deeply personal episode of The Mike Vilardi Show, Mike Vilardi and Neil “The Media Giant” Haley welcome Penny Kassay-Asencio, who shares her dramatic testimony of faith, survival, hardship, and rebuilding her life with a renewed sense of purpose. Penny describes a frightening supernatural experience that she says ultimately led her to call out to Jesus, change the direction of her life, and begin a spiritual journey that continues decades later. Penny explains that she grew up on Long Island in Smithtown, New York, as the oldest of five children. After a difficult childhood and a period of questioning whether God was real, she became involved in New Age spirituality and occult practices. Years later, Penny says she experienced what felt like a descent into a dark, bottomless pit while she believed she was dying. Surrounded by darkness and unable to stop the sensation of falling, she cried out: “Jesus, please, I’ll serve you.” She says she immediately awakened and began searching for answers. On January 1, 1991, Penny walked into Jesus Is Lord Church in Holtsville, New York, where she says she experienced an overwhelming sense of God’s presence. She remembers the influence of Pastor Tom McGinnis, Pastor Liz McGinnis, Pastor Anthony Trezza, Bob Quinones, and other church leaders who helped guide her as she began rebuilding her spiritual life. Penny describes this period as the beginning of a complete transformation away from occult practices and toward Christianity. Penny also speaks candidly about later hardships. She married and had children, but eventually became a single mother after her marriage ended. She remembers struggling financially, losing jobs because of family responsibilities, dealing with unreliable transportation, raising four children, and trying to survive difficult seasons without losing her faith. For Penny, the central lesson was that Christianity did not remove every hardship—but her relationship with God helped her continue through them. One of the most emotional portions of the interview centers on Penny’s nephew. In 2006, at six years old, he was diagnosed with stage-four neuroblastoma and, according to Penny, given extremely difficult odds. Penny and her sister Kelly chose to hope while preparing for every possibility. Her nephew lived until age 11 and had a profound effect on the family and community. His story also inspired Mason’s Toy Box, an initiative Penny says has gone on to help more than 1,000 families. Today, Penny is pursuing a completely different chapter. After working in government and studying business, she is building several ventures in Virginia, including A Little Bit of Everything, a planned event and entertainment destination near Wintergreen Resort. Her vision includes: Podcast and music studio spaceTour buses and tourism experiencesRestaurant and boutique conceptsCommunity eventsLocal job creationPartnerships with area tourism businessesPenny hopes the project can eventually become a franchise model that expands beyond Virginia. Her relationship with God is what kept her moving forward. A Little Bit of Everything: A Little Bit of EveryTHANGBookkeeping Business: Make Sense Bookkeeping and Tax Service Hosted by Mike Vilardi and Neil “The Media Giant” Haley, featuring conversations about faith, testimony, business, culture, personal transformation, and the experiences that shape people’s lives. 🙏 A Supernatural Turning Point✝️ Finding Jesus Is Lord Church💔 Marriage, Divorce, and Raising a Family❤️ Her Nephew’s Battle With Cancer🏢 From Government Work to Entrepreneurship🎙️ Podcasting, Media, and Christian Television📚 Books in Development💬 Key Takeaway🌐 Connect With Penny Kassay-Asencio🎧 The Mike Vilardi Show

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  • Creator
    Mike Vilardi
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    106
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