Terry Stone Connection

In this episode of The Terry Stone Connection, we sit down with actor, writer and Newcastle native Steve Wraith for a raw and honest conversation about crime, culture, and the myths surrounding Britain’s most infamous gangsters.We talk openly about The Krays, questioning whether they’ve been misunderstood, mythologised, or deliberately glamorised, and we explore how organised crime is often remembered very differently from how it was actually lived.We also dive into Newcastle’s underworld, the realities behind the stories, and the gap between on-screen portrayals and real life. With experience as both a writer and an actor, Steve gives us a unique insight into how crime narratives are created, sold, and consumed.This is a no-nonsense discussion about reputation, reality, and the lasting impact of Britain’s criminal past.Let us know what you think in the comments, were The Krays misunderstood, or do they deserve their legacy?Subscribe to The Terry Stone Connection for more real conversations, true crime, and untold underworld stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nick Reynolds joins Terry Stone for one of the wildest episodes of The Terry Stone Connection to date.Nick is the son of Great Train Robber Bruce Reynolds. He opens up about a childhood spent on the run, growing up as Britain’s most wanted man’s son, and what life was really like behind the headlines.Proudly Supported by Marc Oliver20% Upgrade on Gift Voucher (Spend £500 Get £600.)Use Code: https://marcoliver.com/gift-voucher-p...Free Bespoke Shirt with any Suit (worth £275.) Use Code: https://marcoliver.com/free-bespoke-s...We deep dive into the Great Train Robbery. What went right. What went wrong. How they got caught. And what happened to Nick when his father was finally sent down.Nick also talks candidly about the Royal Family. He served alongside Prince Andrew in the Falklands and shares stories that raise more than a few eyebrows.Then there’s the music. Nick is a founding member of Alabama 3, the band behind the iconic Sopranos theme. He tells the real story of how it happened, how it ended up on one of the biggest TV shows ever made, and how much money it actually earned.Funny. Honest. Unfiltered.This is The Terry Stone Connection at its best.Subscribe for real stories and real conversations you won’t hear anywhere else. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kerry Katona is a name everyone knows… but how many people actually know her story?In this reaction and deep-dive episode of The Terry Stone Connection, we unpack the strange, chaotic and often unbelievable rise and fall of Kerry Katona. From chart-topping success and tabloid fame to public breakdowns, controversy and relentless media scrutiny, this is a story full of extreme highs and devastating lows.We look beyond the headlines to explore how fame, money, pressure and addiction collided, and ask the uncomfortable questions many people still argue about today. Was Kerry a victim of the machine, a product of her own choices, or something far more complicated?This video breaks down the moments that defined her career, the scandals that followed, and the resilience that has kept her name in the public eye for decades.Watch the full breakdown, then let us know what you think.Did the media destroy her? Did fame come too fast? Or is this one of the most misunderstood celebrity stories of our time?Drop your thoughts in the comments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Corden was once one of the most successful and recognisable British entertainers in the world. From beloved sitcom star to Hollywood talk-show host, his rise looked unstoppable. So how did it all unravel?In this episode of The Terry Stone Connection, we take a deep dive into the good, the bad and the ugly of James Corden’s career. We explore the huge highs of Gavin & Stacey, his mainstream success in the UK, and the moment he crossed over to global fame in America.But we also examine the turning points that shifted public opinion. From growing backlash and awkward on-screen moments to the infamous restaurant controversy that reignited long-standing rumours about his behaviour behind the scenes, this video breaks down how his reputation began to take real damage.This isn’t a hit piece. It’s an honest look at how success, power and perception can collide, and how quickly public favour can turn.Was James Corden misunderstood? Did fame change him? Or did the mask simply slip?Listen to the full breakdown and decide for yourself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brian Harvey was one of the biggest pop stars in the country. Sold-out arenas, chart-topping hits, screaming fans and global fame. Then, almost overnight, it all disappeared.In this episode of The Terry Stone Connection, we take a deep dive into the rise and fall of East 17 front man Brian Harvey. From boyhood stardom and 90s pop domination to public controversies, industry fallout and deeply personal struggles, this is a career that spiralled in front of the world.We explore the extreme highs of fame, the pressure of sudden success, and the moments where everything began to unravel. From infamous interviews and headline-making incidents to the tragic events that followed, this video examines how quickly public favour can turn and how unforgiving the music industry can be once you fall out of line.Was Brian Harvey responsible for his own downfall? Or was he chewed up and discarded by the system, let down by bandmates and an industry that offered no safety net?Now living far from the spotlight, lonely, lost and broke, Brian’s story raises uncomfortable questions about fame, mental health and what happens to child stars when the music stops.Listen to the full breakdown and decide for yourself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.