Sammy the Bull Spills Mafia Secrets and Names Names + Vinnie Tortorich Debunks Health Fads + Viral Airplane Meltdown

In This Episode

On this episode of The Adam Carolla Show, former mobster Sammy “The Bull” Gravano joins Adam in the studio! Adam kicks things off by asking Sammy if the Mafia still exists in any real form today, prompting Sammy to share wild stories from his past—including what justified a “hit,” details on infamous figures like “The Iceman,” and even the grisly realities of body disposal. They also dig into modern court cases like the Diddy trial, failed socialist states like Cuba, and the collapse of leadership in places like California. Sammy shares insight on political bribery, claiming Democrats were easier to bribe than Republicans, and he reflects on the importance of the Mafia “code.”

Fitness expert Vinnie Tortorich drops in to discuss today’s modern health trends and their effectiveness. Adam shares his “safe spaces and octagons” theory, and Vinnie opens up about his experiences at Mount Whitney and extreme endurance events. They explore the truth behind infrared saunas and hyperbaric chambers, and Vinnie gives his hot takes on popular diet myths—debunking the health claims behind sourdough bread and brown rice, while promoting magnesium, creatine, and olive oil.

In the news with Jason “Mayhem” Miller, the guys react to a viral airplane meltdown, where an entitled lawyer attempted to cut the deboarding line, sparking chaos and chants of “Karen!” from other passengers. The confrontation—complete with shouting, a crying baby, and social media backlash—leads to a broader conversation about travel etiquette and why patience is in short supply. 

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NEW YORKERS HAVE DECIDED TO PUT THE SELDOM-USED BIKE LANES TO BETTER USE

It’s a good time to remember that NYC has dramatically overbuilt its bike lane network for a mode of transit barely used by the general population.pic.twitter.com/AZsGQotpJf

— Reza Chowdhury (@RezaC1) July 8, 2025

NEW: Fight breaks out on plane after female lawyer is accused of cutting the line to get off first

One man began chanting “Karen” as she argued with others

She turned to someone filming and asked, “Do you have permission to film me?”

Another passenger replied, “It’s public.”… pic.twitter.com/H0dcIanfAb

— Unlimited L’s (@unlimited_ls) July 9, 2025