Podcasts about Kray twins

The Kray twins Ronnie and Reggie, and their lesser known brother Charlie, ran the streets of London's East End in the 1960s — and they took quite a bit of inspiration from their American organized crime counterparts. Ronnie and Reggie Kray, are arguably the most infamous criminals in London's gangster history. The Kray Twins weren't the type to keep a low profile, they were known for everything from armed robberies to arson to pinning a man to the floor by his neck with a knife, all while hanging and working with politicians and celebrities. But the two had a lot of demons and ultimately became their own downfall. So let's get into the quick rise and fall of two of London's most notorious gangsters.    Check out our other shows!: Cryptic Soup w/ Thena & Kylee Strange & Unexplained True Crime Guys YouTube EVERYTHING TRUE CRIME GUYS:   https://linktr.ee/Truecrimeguysproductions True Crime Guys Music: True Crime Guys Music on Spotify OhMyGaia.com Code: Crimepine Patreon.com/truecrimeguys Patreon.com/sandupodcast Merch: truecrimeguys.threadless.com

In this episode of Crimetime, Inc., we delve into the life and legacy of Arthur Thompson, infamous for his dominion over Glasgow's criminal world for more than three decades. We journey back to the gritty streets of 1950s Glasgow to explore Thompson's beginnings as a ruthless money lender in the slums, notorious for his violent enforcement methods. Thompson's empire expanded rapidly into protection rackets, illegal gambling, and dealings with stolen goods, solidifying his influence in Glasgow and beyond, even partnering with notorious figures like the Kray Twins. Known as 'Bomber Thompson' for his use of explosives to intimidate rivals, he balanced his criminal ventures with investments in legitimate businesses, creating a respectable facade. We also discuss the personal tragedies and violent rivalries Thompson faced, including a bomb attack that killed his mother-in-law and the murder of his son, Arthur Thompson Jr., by rival Paul Ferris. Despite numerous assassination attempts and a shifting criminal landscape, Thompson maintained his grip on power until his death from a heart attack in 1993. This episode examines his impact on Glasgow's underworld, the transformation of crime in the city, and the enduring social issues that perpetuate a cycle of violence and desperation.00:00 Introduction to Arthur Thompson00:26 Early Life and Ruthless Beginnings01:00 Rise to Power and Criminal Empire01:23 Alliances and Reputation01:48 Bomber Thompson and His Tactics02:22 Legitimate Fronts and Family Tragedies03:29 Rivalries and Power Struggles04:54 The Heroin Trade and Family Involvement05:50 Paul Ferris: The Betrayal06:27 Assassination Attempts and Personal Losses08:19 The Death of Arthur Thompson Jr.09:25 Legacy and Impact on Glasgow's Underworld13:36 Reflection on Crime and Society Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're at the end of Season 17, and could we really get there without a Big Finish bonus episode!? This time around, we're talking about The Romance of Crime, which was adapted from a Virgin New Adventures novel by RTD/Moffatt-era writer (and now cancelled) Gareth Roberts, and adapted by Big Finish legend John Dorney!   Join us as we discuss horrendous squish sounds, the conversion of the novel to audio and the absurd amount exposition and large cast that it comes with, the attempts at Noir, the pastiche of the Kray Twins, how all four of us missed elements of the plot actually happening (seriously, when did Romana get possessed!?), the comedy gold of the Ogrons, the inherent racism in calling everyone “normals,” and whether Gareth Roberts truly understands the “vibe” of Season 17.  Amusingly, Reilly feels the need to check if he is likely to meet one of the stars before criticizing them…   If you would like to listen along with us, this story is available directly from Big Finish (BigFinish.com: https://bit.ly/3Z0eODF)   Other media mentioned in this episode*: Dick Tracy (Amazon US: https://amzn.to/3YP2vJ8 | Amazon UK: https://amzn.to/3NZrRyK) The Krays (Amazon US: https://amzn.to/3NZWJz0 | Amazon UK: https://amzn.to/3AvKNCd) The Mask (Amazon US: https://amzn.to/3O2qRtD | Amazon UK: https://amzn.to/3YYc5dE) Rick and Morty – Seasons 1-4 (Amazon US: https://amzn.to/3lAWSLv | Amazon UK: https://amzn.to/31pNymB) The Princess Bride (Amazon US: https://amzn.to/3q9lf45 | Amazon UK: https://amzn.to/35BhlHS) Big Finish: The Well-Mannered War (BigFinish.com: https://bit.ly/4hKiArV)   Finally, you can follow us and interact with us on our social media accounts - Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. You can also e-mail us at watchers4d@gmail.com. If you're enjoying this podcast, please subscribe to the show, and leave us a rating or review.   *Support Watchers in the Fourth Dimension! We are an Amazon affiliate and earn a small commission from purchases through Amazon links. This goes towards the running costs of the podcast.

We go full Mod in this historic true crime episode set in 60's London.  We discuss the Krays a pair of twins who came up in London's East End and eventually made names for themselves as they built a criminal empire that is probably the most famous one in London. Arthur talks photography in his corner which winds up tying into the main narrative. We discuss their young life, how they became criminals and crimelords, how they ruled London and how they were eventually brought down in this man these guys were kinda cray cray episode of the Family Plot Podcast.  Let's learn something!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/family-plot--4670465/support.

In this episode of The New Mind, host Ella welcomes Liam Tuffs, the charismatic force behind The Dirty Dozen podcast. Liam shares his personal story of surviving a traumatic childhood, marked by the abuse he endured at the hands of his father, a notorious associate of the Kray Twins, who was sentenced to 18 years in prison for child abuse.Despite his harrowing past, Liam has transformed his life, becoming a successful businessman and an influential voice in the podcasting world. Together, Ella and Liam dive deep into themes of survival, healing, and self-discovery, exploring the ways in which confronting pain can lead to profound strength and growth.Throughout this candid conversation, Liam reflects on the love and support he received from his mother and grandmother, emphasising the vital role of positive influences and family bonds. This episode leans into to the power of the human spirit, offering hope and insight to anyone grappling with trauma and the power of vulnerability.Subscribe to The New Mind podcast for more uplifting and insightful conversations that explore the depths of mental health, personal growth, and inspiring stories of individuals making a difference in the world.Thank youConnect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ellamccrystal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ellamccrystalhypno   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ella_mccrystalWeb: https://www.ellamccrystal.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EllaMcCrystalConnect with Liam: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/liamtuffsX: https://twitter.com/liamtuffs1Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liamtuffsfb/?locale=en_GBYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LiamTuffs

Psycho's and Sociopath's Kray Twins

Ronnie Field talks though his life as a notorious criminal.From bank robberies to Belmarsh Prison, Ronnie recalls his encounters with Freddie Foreman, Joe Pyle & The Kray Twins.He also talks about the Charlie Kray Cocaine Sting incident & his 90 year sentence. This is the Eventful Life of Mr Ronnie FieldYouTube: Dodge WoodallVIP Club: DodgeWoodallInstagram: @Dodge.WoodallWebsite: DodgeWoodall.comTikTok: @DodgeWoodall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Ronnie and Reggie Kray, infamous criminal twin brothers from London's East End, exploded onto the scene in the swinging 1960s - rising to infamy as larger-than-life gangsters and underworld overlords. With a lethal cocktail of charm and extreme violence, the pair carved out their empire through a trail of blood, guts, and broken bones amidst numerous turf wars. Their criminal portfolio ranged from daring armed robberies to chilling contract killings, with multiple instances of arson and extortion, making the twins feared and revered in equal measure across London's seedy streets... But it wasn't just their criminal exploits that captured the public's imagination; it was their magnetic personalities and glamorous celebrity connections that added an irresistible (and contrasting) allure to their dark and dangerous world. The Krays lived fast, loved hard, and fought dirty, leaving behind a legacy of brutality and mayhem that continues to fascinate and terrify to this very day...Click HERE for more exclusive ICMAP content!www.icmap.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Things get real weird for our 69th episode!Abby covers the strange story of the Glasgow Ice Cream Truck chaos that ended in a horrific act of arson. Ashlyn covers the infamous tale of the Kray brothers, Ronald and Reginald, who terrorized London for decades. This episode has everything: creamy milk, a new clown in town, how to superglue your whole body to something, the sickest gang name, information on twin births in the 1930s, unexpected beatboxing, wisdom from a teacher, and what to expect at a Snooki club. Thanks for listening!!Love the show? Support us on Patreon! Patreon.com/iscreamsocialpodcast Email us: iscreamsocialpod@gmail.comInstagram: @iscreamsocialpodcast Support the show

Chris Lambrianou is an ex-associate of the infamous Kray Twins that terrorised the streets of East London for 2 decades.He shares his views of the brothers and alludes to what life was really like being in one of the most prolific, organised crime firms.This is the eventful life of Mr Chris LambrianouYouTube: Dodge WoodallInstagram: @Dodge.WoodallWebsite: DodgeWoodall.comTikTok: @DodgeWoodallLinkedIn: Dodge Woodall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The conclusion of our talks on the Kray twins and their cohorts. Stayed tuned at the end of the episode for a promo from another indy true crime podcastSupport the showInstagram @vintagehomicidepodcastFacebook Vintage Homicide Podcasthttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/lachesis19vemail vintagehomicidepodcast@gmail.comwebsite https://vintagehomicide.buzzsprout.com

Identical twin gangsters ruled London in the 1950's and 60's by any means necessary. We are covering them as well as their cohorts over the next 2 episodes, that come to you by request. Support the showInstagram @vintagehomicidepodcastFacebook Vintage Homicide Podcasthttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/lachesis19vemail vintagehomicidepodcast@gmail.comwebsite https://vintagehomicide.buzzsprout.com

Step into the shadowy underbelly of Hollywood's golden era with Scott Michaels, the mastermind behind “Dearly Departed Tours”, "The Six Degrees of Helter Skelter", and “FindADeath.com”. -- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 00:38 - Scott's First Exposure to Tragical History 04:22 - Celebrity Deaths 08:54 - Never Before Seen Photos of the Charles Manson / LaBianca Murders 10:14 - People Send Scott Random Items 12:16 - Immersed in Murder - Jack the Ripper, Kray Twins, Ted Bundy, Charles Manson, and Jeffrey Dahmer 14:32 - Jeffrey Dahmer 17:24 - People Who Identify With Serial Killers / The Manson Girls 19:09 - John Wayne Gacy 21:33 - The World Made Charles Manson The Boogeyman 22:38 - Graveline Tours – Janice Joplin, The Menendez House, Auntie Em's Suicide 25:39 - Starline Tours – LA Celebrity Tours 28:05 - Celebrity Graves (Forest Lawn Cemetery, Westwood Cemetery) – Marilyn Monroe, Dean Martin, Natalie Wood, Truman Capote, Rodney Dangerfield, Farrah Fawcett, Hugh Hefner 30:30 - Judy Garland Exhumed 31:46 - Vandalizing Celebrity Graves 33:25 - Celebrities With Unmarked Graves 33:57 - Starting FindADeath.com 37:07 - Princess Diana's Fatal Car Accident 40:37 - Car Accidents Can Happen Any Time 41:04 - Jayne Mansfield's Death By "Cranial Avulsion" 45:07 - Hollywood Babylon – Kenneth Anger, James Dean is a Male Prostitute, Jean Harlow, Marie Prevost Eaten By Dog 46:17 - Scott Owns The Car Jayne Mansfield Died In 51:08 - The Beginning of Dearly Departed 52:59 - The Menendez Brothers 55:39 - LA's Dark History 57:11 - How Scott Found Stops, Routes, and Stories For Dearly Departed 58:36 - Dearly Departed's Helter Skelter Tour 59:42 - Virginia Graham and Ronnie Howard Exposed the Manson Family, Susan Atkins' "Death List" 1:03:49 - Albert Dekker's Insane Suicide Story 1:05:36 - Anthony Bourdain Went on Scott's Tour 1:07:04 - Tour Stops That Are Too Disturbing For People 1:08:39 - Dearly Departed Vol 1 & 2 – Karen Carpenter Funeral Home, Black Dahlia Locations, Paul Walker Crash Location 1:09:14 - The Six Degrees of Helter Skelter 1:12:39 - Scott's "Haunted" Collection – Carrie Fisher's Cigarette, Door of the Room "Divine" Died In, Elizabeth Morgan's Wicker Settee, Mae West's Teeth, a Tile of the Ambassador Hotel where Bobby Kennedy Was Assassinated, Sharon Tate's Fireplace 1:15:50 - Scott Brings In and Gifts Pieces of His Collection – Sharon Tate's Fireplace, A Piece of the Titanic, and a Tile from the Pool Brian Jones of the Rolling Stones Drowned in 1:19:40 - Haunted Items Bring Paranormal Encounters 1:20:58 - Owning a Painting Sent By John Wayne Gacy 1:23:33 - Helter Skelter, Charles Manson, Tate/LaBianca Murders – What Happened? 1:27:11 - The Manson Family 1:28:39 - The Motives of the Tate / LaBianca Murders – Dennis Wilson, Terry Melcher, Charles Manson, Tex Watson, and the Beach Boys Stolen Manson Song 1:36:42 - Remembering When "Helter Skelter" Happened 1:37:51 - Richard Ramirez, The Night Stalker 1:38:17 - LaBiancas & Shorty Shay Murdered 1:39:41 - Wojciech Frykowski May Have Provoked the Murders 1:41:11 - The Album Charles Manson Made In Jail 1:41:49 - Helter Skelter's Impact on Scott's Life 1:42:37 - Scott's Involvement in Quentin Tarantino's "Once Upon A Time In Hollywood" 1:44:51 - Working With Quentin Tarantino 1:49:09 - Finding the Hidden Details of Helter Skelter 1:51:59 - Did William Garretson Hear the Murders? 1:56:15 - Does Scott Miss Doing the Dearly Departed Tours? 1:57:59 - Private Tours of Dearly Departed 1:59:03 - A Victim-Oriented Approach 2:01:25 - Scott's YouTube Channel – Going to the Bedroom Where Marvin Gaye Was Killed and Interviewing the Man Who Embalmed Marilyn Monroe 2:03:36 - Outro --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talksfromthecrypt/support

Reggie Kray called the Crown Counsel a 'fat slob'

Gary Asquith - Renegade Soundwave & Rema Rema- in conversation with David Eastaugh Debuting on Rhythm King label with the "Kray Twins" single, their early records mixed together the sound of the then embryonic dance scene, hip-hop, dub, sampling and electro-industrial noise. Later singles such as "Biting My Nails" (a cover version of a song by Genevieve Waite, from her 1974 album, Romance is on the Rise, produced by her husband, John Phillips of The Mamas and the Papas) and "Probably a Robbery" eventually reaching number 38 in the UK Singles Chart in 1990, mostly due to the AA side "Ozone Breakdown", a popular dance track, which featured a sample from the film, The Warriors. A switch to Mute Records brought the release of the debut long-player Soundclash in 1989, swiftly followed by In Dub. The Japanese version of In Dub featured a second disc of the cuts, previously available only on their early 12" singles. At this point, Bonnie exited to pursue a solo career (citing musical differences), leaving Briottet and Asquith to continue as a duo. After two more albums, the group formally disbanded in 1995, leaving behind a legacy of four albums and 12 singles.

Helen Anderson and Danni Howard turn back the clock to 1960s London to visit the East End and Britain's infamous crime boss twins, The Kray Twins. It seemed almost inevitable that Ronnie and Reggie Kray would grow up to be the heads of one of the most famous crime rackets of all time, after all, they did spend their childhood beating eachother up and having brick fights with the local neighbourhood kids. Join Helen and Danni as they hear what being an East End Gangster was really like from real life members of The Firm, and learn about their epic downfall after the murders of George Cornell and Jack ‘The Hat' McVitie. Expect some serious East End accents, grisly torture techniques, and first hand accounts about the inner workings of the famous Firm. Devils in The Dark contains graphic details of violence and mentions of suicide, and is not intended for all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised.   00:00 - Introduction 05:30 - Where Ronnie and Reggie's story begins 13:08 - Ronnie and Reggie's boxing careers 15:30 - The Double R Club 17:30 - The Kray Twins' famous friends (Barbara Windsor and Judy Garland) 22:30 - The marriage of Reginald Kray and Frances Shea 23:10 - Billy Donovan and Lenny Hamilton argue over Frances' untimely death 27:45 - The Krays v The Richardsons 32:40 - The murder of George Cornell 35:27 - The murder of Jack ‘The Hat' McVitie 39:00 - What the Kray twins *allegedly* did with the bodies of their victims…  42:05 - Ronnie and Reggie Kray are arrested 44:30 - Gangster Bobby Cummins talks about life at Parkhurst Prison 49:15 - The death Ronnie and Reggie Kray 50:50 - Outro This episode is sponsored by… BetterHelp…visit www.betterhelp.com/ditd for 10% of your first month. StitchFix… visit www.stitchfix.com/devils20 and get 20% off when you keep all 5 of your fixes.  Beer52… visit www.beer52.com/DARK22 to claim your free case of beer. For updates on Devils in The Dark and all things true crime, head to @devilsinthedark on Instagram! You can also follow Helen Anderson at @helenanderz and Danni Howard at @thatdannihoward.  Special thanks to Woodcut Media.  Produced by Alexandra Jueno at Audioboom Studios.  If you have been affected by any of the themes in this week's episode please consider contacting the following resources: The Samaritans helpline: 116 123 Confidential Emotional Support Line: 01708 765200 Rape Crisis Helpline: 0808 802 9999 (help is also available at live chat at https://rapecrisis.org.uk/get-help/live-chat-helpline/ *times apply) Sexual Assault Support Line: 01708 765200 Refuge domestic abuse helpline: 0808 2000 247 (live chat is also available at https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/Contact-us *times apply) Safeline domestic abuse helpline: 01926 402 498  Safeline national male survivor helpline: 0808 800 5005 See audioboom.com/about/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. 

Our first truly, international episode. The Kray Twins started the gang called the "The Firm" who was not to be messed with in Great Britain. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/samuel-bratton2/support

This week we discuss the UK's most infamous gangsters, Ronnie and Reggie Kray, better known as the Kray Twins.Ronnie and Reggie were identical twins who, after years of various run-ins with the law, including a dishonourable discharge from the military, began an organised criminal gang, The Firm. Crimes included armed robberies, assaults, fraud, and eventually murder.After gaining serious notoriety, becoming celebrities in their own rights, and mixing with the rich and famous, the Krays became untouchable. Even the police couldn't get victims or witnesses to speak. They had their victims, the authorities and London in the palm of their hands before it all came crashing down. Find us wherever you get your podcasts. And if you like it, don't forget to subscribe and leave a rating. 

*Experimental treatment of the insane, secret tests by MI5 with volunteers thinking they were helping find a cure for the common cold, Cold War weapon research by the Ministry of defence on unsuspecting troops -  the early history of LSD in the UK was rather inauspicious.   *And then all hell - or heaven - broke loose..   *Britain's foremost psychedelic historian ANDY ROBERTS returns to the Bureau to take us on a trip through the revolutions in the head caused by Acid from the 1950s to now.   *Along the way we meet some of the characters who experimented, manufactured, dealt, swallowed and were transformed by it - as well as those who tried to stop them  - including an unlikely Breaking Bad style pharmacist in Islington, The Microdot Gang and even the Kray Twins..   *So sit back, relax, blow out the candles and kick off your sandals … (thanks The Lilac Time), tune in,  turn and ... *Andy and Albion Dreaming: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Albion-Dreaming-popular-history-Britain/dp/1905736274 * Sign up for The Bureau Newsletter to get countercultural treats https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/N0ZYoFu/BOLC  * The Bureau Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bureauoflostculture/ *The Real Tuesday Weld https://www.tuesdayweld.com

We came here for a shootout! The Kray Twins terrorised the London clubland of the 50s and 60s, bullying gangster kingpin and innocent civiliant alike. They used fear, intimidation, violence, and charm as their primary weapons, but won court cases againt the police, so the public loved them. Weird innit. Joe and Conal are just hoping that David Bailey takes some photographs of them so they can become East End legends too. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bookofnowt)

In the eighth episode of Season 5, your host JD Horror takes you back inside the walls of the notorious Broadmoor Psychiatric Hospital in England. Over the course of the next couple of episodes we will meet some of the asylum's most famous patients, each more vile than the next.Part 1: The Stockwell Strangler - Kenneth Erskine prowled the South of London looking for elderly victims he could rob, rape and murder. During the heat wave of the summer of 1986, he would take advantage of open windows and take a total of as many as 11 victims. (K. Erskine, England)Part 2: The Duke of Broadmoor - Ronald and Reggie Kray were twin brothers who became notorious gangsters in London's East End during the 1950's and 1960's. Their mob ties would lead to wealth, power, and fame... but without proper treatment Ronnie Kray would descend into madness and end up confined within the walls of Broadmoor. (Kray Twins, England)If you like what you hear here on True Crime Horror Story please subscribe and give us a 5 star review. You can also think about joining our Patreon At www.patreon.com/truecrimehs and then Stay tuned after this show on Patreon for the True Crime Horror Story After Show w/ Dom & JD as well as early access to Ad free episodes and exclusive bonus content available only on Patreon.This episode features research and writing by Mis Demeanor, music by Mechanical Ghost, Producer LB from the No One Likes Us Podcast, and The Quiet Type as well as Artwork by Nuclear Heat Graphics. Sources for this episode's cases are available in the credits section of our website.Has violent crime impacted you or someone close to you? Send us your story at truecrimehorrorstory@gmail.comhttp://www.truecrimehorrorstory.com

Welcome to anniversary week, dear listeners! It's been 3 whole years since the start of this podcast, and we're starting the week off with an episode that people have been waiting a while for, England's very own Kray twins. Reggie and Ronnie Kray lived bonkers lives and rose to a level of success and infamy that most gangsters can only dream of. Of course, sometimes things don't last. Enjoy!

The Kray twins were the kings of East London in the early 1960s. With their string of glamorous bars and casinos, they attracted the attention of the rich and famous. Behind closed doors, they were violent gangsters who would do anything for power and money. They relied on a circle of close associates to help run their empire. But when they began to take those associates for granted, their crowns began to slip. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Director Ben Mole has put together an incredible ensemble cast for his latest project, "Code of Silence" - a feature film surrounding the events that led to the arrest and incarceration of the legendary London gangland bosses, the Kray Twins, Imagine my shock at hearing good friend, the American actor Ronan Summers, was the next to follow in some pretty big footsteps in taking on the role of BOTH…yes, BOTH, of the Kray Twins in the film. Appearing in this episode Ronan Summers, Actor. Ben Mole, Director John Schwab, Host. Krays: Code of Silence is on DVD and digital from 27th December (101 Films)  (Digital includes. iTunes, Amazon, Sky Store and Virgin) Curtain Call Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Hideaway Club, now part of London's Chinatown, opened on 16th December, 1964. Ronnie and Reggie Kray didn't turn up for the big night, even though they had booked a table.It was an opening gambit in a war of intimidation against the manager of the club, Huw Cargill McCowan - to whom the gangsters had proposed a protection racket;  threatening him when he turned down their offer.In this episode, Arion, Rebecca and Olly explain how the Krays' (first) trial fell apart; consider how the brothers used the glamour of their West End nightclub to sanitise their personal brand; and explain how journalist John Pearson shaped the public understanding of these notorious bad boys while they were behind bars… Further Reading:• ‘The Kray Twins - Just Pictures' (Rich2015, YouTube, 2020): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AhR7dyGmipM• ‘An Evening at El Morocco with the Kray Twins and Barbara Windsor' (Flashbak, 2016): https://flashbak.com/evening-el-morocco-kray-twins-barbara-windsor-59411/• ‘The hidden history of London's Chinatown' (Telegraph, 2018): https://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/destinations/europe/united-kingdom/england/london/articles/london-chinatown-history/For bonus material and to support the show, visit Patreon.com/RetrospectorsWe'll be back tomorrow! Follow us wherever you get your podcasts: podfollow.com/RetrospectorsThe Retrospectors are Olly Mann, Rebecca Messina & Arion McNicoll, with Matt Hill.Theme Music: Pass The Peas. Announcer: Bob Ravelli. Graphic Design: Terry Saunders. Edit Producer: Emma Corsham.Copyright: Rethink Audio / Olly Mann 2021. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week is absolute carnage! As Venom: Let There Be Carnage its the big screens, we decided to focus our attentions on our favourite Tom Hardy films who of course stars as Venom. Warning we will be talking SPOILERS.Boaz's pick for this week is yet another gangster film, (I'm sorry he can't help himself) Legend. On this one we talk about the incredible acting skill of Tom hardy in creating two very different characters in the Kray Twins. We talk about how wanted a lot more from this film. Plus how very funny it is. IMDB page  Martins pick is a one of Tom Hardy's earlier appearances, Bronson. On this one again we talk about how hilarious this film is. Plus how bizarre this film gets in a very good way. We talk about how brilliant the framing device is that Bronson himself is telling us this story on stage. IMDB page TwitterInstagram  As ever please enjoy.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/filmvsfilmpod)

This week, Alice joins Nate and Milo to discuss the British reality TV show 'Grand Designs,' in which insane people decide to sacrifice it all to build the house of their dreams. Does it sometimes go okay? Sure. But most of the time, it's a slow-motion wreck with dyspeptic commentary from what we might describe as architecture Jeremy Clarkson. Enjoy! Get the full episode on the $10 tier here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/55341043 Our Falklands episode of Britainology has been unlocked to the free feed -- get it here: https://trashfuturepodcast.podbean.com/e/unlocked-britainology-7-the-falklands-war/ And check out our Kray Twins episode of Britainology, which has been unlocked to the $5 tier: https://www.patreon.com/posts/50625372 *TF LIVE SHOW ALERT* We have a live show in London on September 1! Patrons have a discount so check the posts if you are a subscriber! https://www.trashfuture.co.uk/event-details/trashfuture-live-at-vauxhall-comedy-club-1-9-21 *WEB DESIGN ALERT* Tom Allen is a friend of the show (and the designer behind our website). If you need web design help, reach out to him here:  https://www.tomallen.media/ Trashfuture are: Riley (@raaleh), Milo (@Milo_Edwards), Hussein (@HKesvani), Nate (@inthesedeserts), and Alice (@AliceAvizandum)

There is only thing I am interested in, and that's interviewing bent coppers! Welcome to the Dangerous Dinners Podcast Craig Parkinson. Craig is a legendary British actor known best for holding down the role of DCI Dot Cotton in Line of Duty. A stalwart of great drama in the UK having played both The Kray Twins in Whitechapel and an amazing role in Charlie Brooker's, ‘Bandersnatch'.It was an utter joy to sit down with Craig and over the next 60 minutes you expect the best food section we have ever had, the sort of light hearted chat which could soothe a crying baby and restaurant recommendations that will have you grabbing for the phone to book.Please crack open a Manchester based IPA and welcome… Craig Parkinson! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode takes a look at the film starring Tom Hardy in a powerhouse duel role as both the Kray Twins!

The Kray Twins. Crayfish. Being chatted up in pubs. Football. Drinking. Beer. Drinking beer. And some other stuff.

After hosting dinners for some of London's most notorious armed robbers, Linda "The Black Widow" Calvey decides to join the crew. Framed for the murder of one of her own gang, she serves 18 years.

Returning from an unplanned hiatus, Jesse and Kristina discuss the classic urban legend known as "The Boyfriend's Death." What are the implications of stories about couple's being attacked at lovers' lanes? Why is it the man who pays the ultimate price in this story? What things happen when you go outside of populated areas? As always, we compare the legend to true crime stories, discussing some cases in which couples were actually attacked at lover's lanes. Sources: Brunvand, Jan Harold. 2002. Encyclopedia of Urban Legends. Illustrated Edition. New York; London: W. W. Norton & Company.Dziemianowicz, Joe. 2021. “On The Colonial Parkway, The Mark Of Unsolved Murders Remains Thanks To Urban Legends.” Oxygen Official Site. February 5, 2021. https://www.oxygen.com/lovers-lane-murders/crime-news/colonial-parkway-murders-why-lovers-lanes-inspire-urban-legends.“Frank Mitchell (Prisoner).” 2020. In Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Frank_Mitchell_(prisoner)&oldid=993131399.Glazer, Mark. 1987. “The Cultural Adaptation of a Rumour Legend: The Boyfriend’s Death in South Texas.” In Perspectives on Contemporary Legend II, edited by Gillian Bennett, Paul Smith, and J. D. A. Widdowson, 93–108. Sheffield: Sheffield Academic Press.“Kray Twins.” 2021. In Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Kray_twins&oldid=1004039759.Wilson, Michael. 1998. “Legend and Life: ‘The Boyfriend’s Death’ and ‘The Mad Axeman.’” Folklore 109: 89–95.This episode is dedicated in memory of Kristina's beloved cat Wash Seamus Downs, who passed away suddenly in February. 

"lured to the basement flat to be executed"

Ronnie and Reggie Kray, better known as 'The Kray Twins', remain perhaps the most infamous criminals in London's gallery of gangsters throughout history. During the 1960s, the twins along with their group known as the 'The Firm', ruled the streets of London's rough East End with an iron fist. You can join me LIVE on Stereo App. Sundays at 7pm eastern. - https://stereo.com/mcpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ronnie and Reggie Kray, better known as 'The Kray Twins', remain perhaps the most infamous criminals in London's gallery of gangsters throughout history. During the 1960s, the twins along with their group known as the 'The Firm', ruled the streets of London's rough East End with an iron fist. You can find Ace King's new album here!!!! ----> https://open.spotify.com/album/7u6I6shL0y6Wd5RP5m3K6g Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ronnie and Reggie Kray, better known as 'The Kray Twins', remain perhaps the most infamous criminals in London's gallery of gangsters throughout history. During the 1960s, the twins along with their group known as the 'The Firm', ruled the streets of London's rough East End with an iron fist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 1983 Brink's-Mat robbery saw thieves make off with £26 million in gold bullion and diamonds in the ‘crime of the century'  - and a number of suspects linked to the heist turned to defence solicitor, Henry Milner, later dubbed the ‘Mr Big of Criminal Briefs'. Award-winning Daily Mail crime writer Stephen Wright talks to the man who has defended some of Britain's most notorious underworld figures over four decades, including police and 'road rage' killer Kenneth Noye (pictured), former Kray Twins enforcer Freddie Foreman (aka ‘Brown Bread Fred') and ruthless villain John ‘Goldfinger' Palmer.     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who were the Kray Twins? What happened to the SS Eastland? Can magnets kill sperm or does it make them party? Find the answers to these hard hitting questions in this edition of Grandma's Room Podcast. And remember to stay golden, grandchildren.

Gary describes growing up as the son of one of the most feared and well-known men in London.

“Fear of the Name Only Increases Fear of the Thing Itself”. They were feared and for a good reason. Today I bring you a set of impulsive twins that worked together to keep their organised crime business afloat. Were they successful? And what motivated those fuckers? Tune in to find out. To watch on YT: https://youtu.be/ngDPrui2GWo New merch release : https://teespring.com/en-GB/stores/nobodywins Good ol' merch: teespring.com/en-GB/stores/bamn-podcast ; promo code: PODBAMN for 25% off everything! Or on Redbubble: thatbamnpod.redbubble.com Pod links - follow the homegirl: BAMN podcast Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/by-all-means-necessary/id1493266414 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5UsP1CEksDtxW3HowPLLLU?si=pmNrWm4wTQmdR-B_AZZqCg Pod socials: Patreon: patreon.com/thatbamnpod Twitter: twitter.com/thatbamnpod Instagram: instagram.com/thatbamnpod Email: podbamn@gmail.com If you wanna interact on the socials: Twitter: twitter.com/writetomaja Instagram: instagram.com/majaspassport Email: maja.scepanovic@gmail.com Sources: https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/films/features/legend-depth-look-violent-history-ronnie-and-reggie-kray-twins-10478174.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kray_twins https://www.anglotopia.net/british-travel/london/gangs-of-london-ten-interesting-facts-about-the-kray-twins/amp/ https://thekraytwins.fandom.com/wiki/Nipper_Read https://www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/local-news/history-kray-twins-west-countrys-2875278 https://www.google.co.uk/amp/s/www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-8199295/amp/Detective-Leonard-Nipper-Read-Kray-twins-bars-died-coronavirus-say-family.html https://historycollection.com/10-top-activities-notorious-kray-twins/10/ https://www.google.co.uk/amp/s/amp.theguardian.com/uk/2000/jan/05/alantravis https://www.crimeandinvestigation.co.uk/crime-files/ronnie-and-reggie-kray/crimes

In part 2 of this series Steve looks back at the Kray Twins rise up the criminal ladder and their eventual downfall.

Steve Wraith interviews former Detective Steve Thrift about his new book on The Kray Twins.

Cody and Greg discuss the downfall of The Kray Twins. In this last episode on the series, the guys cover Reggie's relationship with his wife Frances as well as the "murders" of Frank "the Mad Axeman" Mitchell and Jack "The Hat" McVitie.

Traveling back to the 60's mob era as we talk about the Kray's & "The Firm".  These two were not to be messed with.  See who killed who & why & what happened in the end. Snake River Farms https://shareasale.com/r.cfmb=672684&u=2358465&m=51308&urllink=&afftrack= Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/Theoccultandcrimeacademy)

We get de-aged for Martin Scorsese's The Irishman then experience the notorious Kray Twins in Tom Hardy's Legend (2015). Later we tackle Leonardo DiCaprio being accused of funding Amazon wildfires, Johnny Depp producing a musical about Michael Jackson's glove, a wacky round of 20 Questions plus we also talk Peter Pan (1953), Alice in Wonderland (1951), The Little Mermaid, Klaus, and Friday Night Dinner. 0:00 - Intro: Henry's (Second) Debit Card Debacle15:10 - Review: The Irishman1:04:48 - Retro Review: Legend (2015)1:22:05 - News: Leonardo Dicaprio Accused of Funding Amazon Wildfires / Johnny Depp Producing Unusual Michael Jackson Musical1:32:02 - Mail: 20 Questions1:57:50 - Picks of the Week: Peter Pan (1953), Alice in Wonderland (1951), The Little Mermaid, Klaus, and Friday Night Dinner2:11:30 - Outro: Queen & Slim Coming Next Week! Website: TheFilmBuds.comBonus Shows: Thefilmbuds.bandcamp.comPatreon: Patreon.com/thefilmbudsEmail: Thefilmbudspodcast@gmail.comTwitter: @filmbuds / @ChloBo74275186Letterboxd: @HenryFahertyInstagram: @thefilmbudspodcastThe Music Buds: TheMusicBuds.com

This week Rhianna reviews Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials, of The Visit, Kray Twins biopic Legend and The Visit. Plus there are interviews with Tom Hardy and Director Brian Helgeland,Thomas Brodie-Sangster and Kaya Scodelario and Dylan O'Brien.