Larry Rolla – Against All Odds – Rhythm Riders & Harmonic Friends
Based on the Book “Against All Odds” by Larry Rolla View the Podcast Series Here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLoemFyTB0pmwmBLJaaybOWocF9hk1w46F
Podcast 25
Embark on a nostalgic journey with ‘Rhythm Riders and Harmonic Friends.’ Join the legendary Larry Rolla, iconic horse trainer, and driver, alongside the talented Alfred Nittoli, professional musician. Together, they craft a symphony of stories spanning over 40 years of friendship. From the race tracks to the stage, immerse yourself in a harmonious blend of music, anecdotes, and timeless camaraderie.
Experience the profound respect that has defined their extraordinary lives on this unique venture together. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share to keep the rhythm alive!
00:00:00 Intro
00:00:21 Start
00:00:45 Here’s to the Band
00:01:19 Jersey Bounce
00:04:07 Working Gigs for 50 Years
00:04:20 Gyp De Carlo
00:05:27 Tommy Devito and Frankie Valli
00:06:34 Joe Pesci Casino
00:11:57 Frankie Vincent
00:14:30 Marty Carbone
00:17:31 Tell me how you got on the Ed Sullivan Show
00:17:42 George Young
00:21:36 When Did the Music Business Start Fading Out
00:23:51 Sparkling Affair
00:27:54 Corky Vistola
00:35:15 How Did I Survive
00:35:36 If it wasn’t for Music
00:36:06 Without Music Life would be a mistake
00:36:22 Alfred’s Book “I’m a Popular Unknown”
00:37:42 Tell Them About the Sinatra
00:38:09 Sinatra Liked Lionel Trains
00:48:45 Does the Band Eat
00:50:33 Against All Odds
00:51:15 Here’s to the Band
00:51:17 It’s Getting Late
00:57:59 Route 46 Dead Mans Highway
00:59:01 Joe Long
01:06:04 If you want the book
01:06:36 “It’s Getting Late”
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The Against All Odds podcast is a true story of one man’s ride through the tainted world of horse racing – a world riddled with greed, corruption, celebrities, drugs, sex and the Mob.
Larry Rolla was a talented, respected trainer who invented new ways to fix aging and injured racehorses. Despite his success, his demons and his association with the Mob both helped and destroyed his life. He was involved with every phase of Thoroughbred and Standardbred racing, seen it all and done it all, learned how to duck and dive and live through it all. He is a unique man whose past most would not survive. More importantly, he was an extremely compassionate guy who took people with damaged lives and helped them as well, if he could. He liked fixing things that needed fixing.
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Book: https://www.amazon.com/Against-All-Odds-Larry-Rolla/dp/1729108598
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Last of the old school
Great show Larry!
Pesci can be seen at santa anita racetrack? A beautiful racetrack. Great actor.
Jimmie looks different in those white designer glasses 😎
Great video. I’ve been a Vegetarian for 50 years, I hope it doesn’t kill me😀
One of your best shows …one hell of a guest
Great, Great, interview. I throughly enjoyed it.
Stay well Larry, peace.
Larry do you remember a jockey from Brooklyn Johnny boy they had a horse magical mike and the horses off spring magical by nature ?
I have always wanted an alpaca sweater
Johnny roselli was born in boston
Great job! Both of you! My dad was a great guest and you’re a great host!
best episode yet…….more guests like this
Harry Konick Jr.
Your best interview yet. The improv is the way to go just riffing about the old days. Keep the old side kick behind the camera 😂
Fabulous interview Alfredo & some great stories were told by both of you! 👏
It would be a good idea to give that song to Willie Nelson. He already plays a lot of Sinatra songs. By the way, I'm an old harness guy, but this is your best video so far.
Best show yet Larry, you gotta have Alfredo back on soon and playing more music. What a fabulous show, gonna check out his movie 'Does The Band Eat" his book looks fascinating gonna order it. 👍😎👍🐎🎰🐎
Great show Larry !! Hey did you ever get to see Louie Prima? He died when I was 17 so Never got to see him and Keely Smith. If they were still alive I would give my right arm to see them live. I cannot imagine having more fun than seeing them.. ok maybe one thing but probably not even that. If you did see him, tell me about it some time.
Another great show Larry
I can't believe an hour and ten minutes went by so quickly. What a fantastic video. One of a kind stories.
Good health to both of you.
Great show Larry
Love ya Larry! Get that bebop BS outta here!