Podcast
Criminal
The hosts highlighted the title as a recount of Eliot Ness’s Chicago exploits, noting it was co‑written with Oscar Fraley after Ness shared his stories. They explained that despite initial skepticism, the book achieved posthumous success and was later turned into a TV series and a film. The overall tone was enthusiastic, presenting the work as a noteworthy account of the Untouchables.
Episode: Al Capone, Eliot Ness, and Cleveland’s Torso Murde...
The book, written in collaboration with a writer named Oscar Fraley, recounts Elliot Ness's experiences in Chicago and his efforts to bring down Al Capone. It was initially met with skepticism due to Ness's unassuming demeanor, but Fraley was captivated by Ness's stories. The book became a success after Ness's death in 1957.
You know, you ought to talk to this guy. This is the guy who took down Al Capone, he says. It was very dangerous. He's got stories to tell.
I couldn't believe this mild-mannered guy had anything to do with it.
It was dangerous.
You should write a book.
He died hoping that the book would be a success but believing himself to be a forgotten figure.
Episode: Al Capone, Eliot Ness, and Cleveland’s Torso Murde...
The book was written in collaboration with a writer named Oscar Fraley after Elliot Ness told him stories of Chicago, the Untouchables, Al Capone, and other experiences. It was published a few months after Ness died and later adapted into a TV show and then a movie starring Kevin Costner.
you know, you ought to talk to this guy. This is the guy who took down Al Capone, he says. It was very dangerous. He's got stories to tell.
I couldn't believe this mild-mannered guy had anything to do with it.
it was dangerous.
you should write a book.
He died hoping that the book would be a success but believing himself to be a forgotten figure.
