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?

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Winning the lottery is supposed to be the ultimate dream. Unlimited money, total freedom, a life without worry. But for many, it became the beginning of a nightmare.

In this episode of The Terry Stone Connection, we take a deep dive into what really happens after the win, when the cameras fade, the headlines dry up and reality sets in. This is the dark truth behind life changing money.

We break down the real life stories of lottery winners including Lee Ryan, Michael Carroll, Callie Rogers, Ryan Magee, Martyn & Kay Tott, Rachel Kennedy, Margaret Loughrey, and Adrian & Gillian Bayford, exploring the extreme highs, the reckless spending, the pressure from friends and family, and the devastating lows that followed.

From overnight fame and excess to addiction, isolation, broken relationships and financial ruin, these stories expose how fast everything can spiral when money arrives without warning or protection.

Were they unlucky, unprepared, or simply human? Does winning the lottery actually make life better, or does it amplify everything that was already there?

Listen to the full deep dive and tell us what you think.

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Charlier has NEVER done a podcast before and what followed was anything but ordinary.

In this episode of The Terry Stone Connection, we sit down with Charlie Doherty, a woman whose life story sounds more like a film script than reality.

Raised by nuns, Charlie’s early years were a world away from the chaos that would follow. From tearing up Ibiza to landing a place on one of the UK’s biggest reality TV shows, her journey is packed with wild turns, unexpected moments and stories you won’t hear anywhere else.

This is Charlie as you’ve never seen or heard her before. Honest, funny and completely unfiltered. She opens up about the highs that came with fame, the lows that followed, and the reality of navigating life when the cameras stop rolling.

There are laughs, there are moments of reflection, and there are stories that will catch you off guard.

No PR spin. No rehearsed answers. Just real conversation.

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One night. One death. And a question that still refuses to go away.

In 2001, Stuart Lubbock was found dead in the swimming pool of Michael Barrymore’s Essex home. What followed was one of the most controversial, divisive and damaging scandals in British entertainment history.

In this episode of The Terry Stone Connection, we take a deep dive into the Barrymore and Lubbock case. We revisit the night itself, examine the original investigation, and explore the evidence that was known then and what has emerged since.

This isn’t about headlines or tabloid narratives. It’s about laying out the facts, the unanswered questions, and the contradictions that continue to fuel debate more than two decades later.

Was Michael Barrymore more involved than he ever admitted?

Was his career destroyed by association and suspicion alone?

Or is there a truth that still hasn’t fully come to light?

We break down the timeline, the witness accounts, the forensic findings, and the turning points that shaped public opinion. Then we hand it over to you.

Did he do it?

Did the system fail?

Or was an innocent man never able to escape the shadow of that night?

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In this episode, I’m diving headfirst into one of the most controversial figures Britain has ever produced… Charles Bronson.

From his early days on the streets, to a life defined by violence, defiance, and decades behind bars, this is the full story of how Bronson became known as Britain’s most famous prisoner. The fights. The punishments. The endless time in solitary. The reputation that followed him into every prison he entered.

But here’s the real question, was it fair?

In this video, I lay out the facts. No glorifying. No excuses. Just the reality of Bronson’s life of crime and imprisonment, step by step. And once you’ve heard the whole story, I want to know what you think.

Was Bronson a product of the system? Did the system create the monster it couldn’t control? Or did he make every choice that led him there?

Watch the full breakdown, then get involved in the conversation.

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In this episode of The Terry Stone Connection, I sit down with one of British boxing’s most resilient fighters, Felix Cash.

Felix’s journey isn’t the typical fairytale. He came from a travelling background, had to fight for everything he’s earned, and climbed his way through the ranks to become Commonwealth Middleweight Champion and British Middleweight Champion. No shortcuts. No hand-outs. Just hard graft, belief, and an unbreakable mindset.

But this conversation goes deeper than belts and titles.Felix opens up about the personal struggles that nearly knocked him off course, the pressure that comes with success, and the moments where his career, and his life, could have gone very differently.

We talk honestly about setbacks, discipline, mental strength, and what it really takes to get back on track when you’ve been counted out.

This is a true Rocky Balboa style story, not the Hollywood version, but the real one. The grind. The doubts. The comebacks and the hunger for more gold still burning inside him.

If you’re chasing a goal, fighting your own battles, or just need a reminder that setbacks don’t define you, this episode is for you.

Tune in and let us know what you think in the comments.

We’ll see you on the other side.

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