Double Deal - True Stories of Criminals, Crimes and Lies

By: Lara Chicofsky & Nina Jobe
  • Summary

  • My name is Lara Chicofsky, and my cohost is Nina Jobe. We created this podcast to shine a light on some of the lesser known characters and crimes in Boston and New England. We've spent the past two years researching the Boston crime scene primarily focusing on the 1960s. There are many podcasts and books available about organized crime in the Boston area, but ours is a bit different. I spent most of my life in my father’s world. Eavesdropping when I was a kid, listening intently when he was at the end of his life. I often took what he said with a grain of salt. He was, after all, a conman, an expert liar and an Academy Award worthy actor, but there was always a sliver of truth in his stories.
    Lara Chicofsky & Nina Jobe 2021
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Episodes
  • Bonded Vault - Part 3 - Love, Lies & Alibis
    Apr 22 2025

    In this episode, the hosts delve into the Bonded Vault heist trial, exploring more details of the robbery, the various players involved, and the courtroom dynamics that unfolded over the course of the trial. They discuss witness testimonies, the role of organized crime, and the eventual verdicts that led to life sentences for the convicted individuals. The conversation highlights the drama and intrigue surrounding one of the largest heists in U.S. history, providing insights into the motivations and actions of those involved.

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    30 mins
  • Bonded Vault - Part 2 - Revenge by Robbery 2.0
    Apr 9 2025

    The Bonded Vault Heist: Revenge by Robbery 2.0

    In this episode, the hosts discuss unresolved technical and logistical issues before diving into a listener comment about notorious criminals Anthony "Ponytail" Parillo and Dennis Roach. They explore the 1975 Bonded Vault heist in Providence, including key players like Robert 'the Deuce' Dussault, Chucky Flynn, and Jerry Tillinghast. The conversation covers personal anecdotes, Raymond Patriarca's parole, and the significant impact of the heist, highlighting how the theft of millions in cash, coins, and precious items was executed and its aftermath. Discussions also explore speculative connections, and mob dynamics in of one of history's most infamous heists.

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    27 mins
  • Bonded Vault - Part 1 - Meet the Suspects
    Apr 1 2025

    Unraveling the Bonded Vault Heist: Background Stories and Intriguing Connections

    In this episode, the hosts discuss their nonstop technical difficulties before diving into listener questions about the Medford Mafia Induction Ceremony. The episode focuses on the backstories and criminal backgrounds of the heist participants, including Robert 'The Deuce' Dussault, Charles 'Chucky' Flynn, John and Walter Ouimette, Jerry Tillinghast, Joe 'The Dancer' Danese, Ralph 'Skippy' Byrnes, and Jacob Tarzian. The hosts also touch on related incidents and connections among the criminals, setting the stage for the subsequent episodes on the planning, execution, and aftermath of the heist.

    00:00 Internet Woes and New Camera Excitement

    00:54 Non-Mailbag Question: Shotgun Shells

    01:48 Listener Question: Medford Mafia Induction Ceremony

    03:22 Introducing the Bonded Vault Heist Series

    04:13 Profiles of the Bonded Vault Participants

    04:58 Robert 'The Deuce' Dussault's Criminal History

    08:54 Charles 'Chucky' Flynn's Early Life and Crimes

    12:40 John and Walter Ouimette: From Chauffeur's Sons to Criminals

    15:13 Gerald 'Jerry' Tillinghast: From Pool Dives to Prison

    16:45 Joe 'The Dancer' Danese: From Teen Delinquent to Heist Participant

    24:06 Ralph 'Skippy' Byrnes: The Mysterious Member

    24:46 Jacob Tarzian: The Armenian Connection

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    28 mins
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