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Infamous America · Apr 15, 2026
FRANK LUCAS Ep. 3 | “The Golden Triangle”
“Main subject of the episode; established Golden Triangle heroin pipeline and Blue Magic brand in Harlem”
French Connection heroin pipeline disruption (1962)Golden Triangle opium production (Vietnam, Thailand, Laos, Burma/Myanmar)Heroin supply chain logistics and smuggling methods
View AnalysisInfamous America · Apr 8, 2026
FRANK LUCAS Ep. 2 | “The Big Track Robbery”
“Subject of the podcast series; rises from Big Track robber to Bumpy's trusted lieutenant and eventual successor”
Heroin trafficking and supply chain managementFederal narcotics law enforcement and prosecution strategyOrganized crime succession planning and leadership transitions
View AnalysisInfamous America · Apr 1, 2026
FRANK LUCAS Ep. 1 | “Godfather of Harlem”
“Second-generation Harlem kingpin whose life inspired the film American Gangster; mentee of Bumpy Johnson”
Harlem Numbers Racket OperationsOrganized Crime Territorial NegotiationLucky Luciano Crime Family Structure
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