Terry Stone Connection

Welcome back to the Criminal Connection Podcast!Today the Podfather, Terry Stone, welcomes back Marisa Merico and her father, Former Mafia boss, Emilio Di Giovine.Now sit back and relax while the Podfather is going to make Emilio an offer he can't refuseBig thank you to our sponsors:Dr Green NFT - https://drgreennft.com/affiliate/criminalconnection/Goldilock Cybersecurity - https://goldilock.com/Unisystems Freight - https://www.unisystems-freight.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to the Criminal Connection Podcast!Today the Podfather, Terry Stone, welcomes fellow actor and Rise of the Footsoldier castmate, Roland Manookian.On this episode, we have an acting legend, featuring as Craig Rolfe in the Rise of the Footsoldier franchise and Zeberdee in The Football Factory.Get behind the scenes of these films with filming insights and the banter going on when the camera's weren't rolling. Hear about Roland's career outside of Footsoldier.And for anyone starting their acting journey, Roland gives advice on where to begin and how to start out.Now sit back and enjoy the show.Big thank you to our sponsors:Sure Pure: https://surepure.co.uk/Stargaze Entertainments: https://www.stargazeentertainment.co.uk/Dream Mentoring: https://dreammentoring.co.uk/Carson Kaye: https://www.carsonkaye.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to the Criminal Connection Podcast!Today the Podfather, Terry Stone, welcomes Former Drug Kingpin & fellow podcaster, Shaun Attwood.From growing up in Widnes to being a drug kingpin in America, does he have some stories to tell.Starting from being a stockbroker in a 'Wolf of Wall Street' like office, to being a drug kingpin on the west coast of America, to then being sentenced to nine and a half years in jail.Hear about all of his exploits with 'Wildman', his association with cartels, and his stories from his regular working life which rival those that happened when he was a criminal.Now sit back, strap in and enjoy the show.Big thank you to our sponsors:Sure Pure: https://surepure.co.uk/Stargaze Entertainments: https://www.stargazeentertainment.co.uk/Dream Mentoring: https://dreammentoring.co.uk/Carson Kaye: https://www.carsonkaye.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to the Criminal Connection Podcast!Today the Podfather, Terry Stone, welcomes British barrister, Professor John Cooper KC.John is recognised as one of the most effective cross-examiners at the Bar, Working on cases that involve serious crime including murder, serious violence, drug trafficking, terrorism, fraud, appellate work, human rights, public protest and media.He represented the majority of bereaved families at the Manchester Arena inquiry and assisted in the case involving with the Leah Betts death at Raquels as well as representing Micky Steele in the famous Essex Boys triple murder.His reputation for being fearless is well merited.Hear all of his high profile stories involving drug, gangs and terrorism on this episode of the Criminal Connection Podcast!Now sit back and enjoy the show.Big thank you to our sponsors:Sure Pure: https://surepure.co.uk/Stargaze Entertainments: https://www.stargazeentertainment.co.uk/Dream Mentoring: https://dreammentoring.co.uk/Carson Kaye: https://www.carsonkaye.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to the Criminal Connection Podcast!Today the Podfather, Terry Stone, welcomes actor Charlotte Kirk.On the podcast today, Charlotte talk all things Hollywood. The good and the bad. From staring in the star studded female led 'Oceans 8', winning multiple awards for her role in 'The Reckoning', and never meeting your idols unless it's Al Pacino, to the dark side of the film industry and Hollywood's dark underbelly.We hear all about her upcoming move 'Duchess' and of course, her favourite gangster movies. What more could you want.Hear it all on this episode The Criminal Connection Podcast.Now sit back and enjoy the show.Big thank you to our sponsors:Sure Pure: https://surepure.co.uk/Stargaze Entertainments: https://www.stargazeentertainment.co.uk/Dream Mentoring: https://dreammentoring.co.uk/Carson Kaye: https://www.carsonkaye.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to the Criminal Connection Podcast!Today the Podfather,Terry Stone, welcomes actor and screenwriter, George Russo.George plays 'Joey Waller' aka. 'Basildon Joe' in the Rise of the Footsoldier' Franchise and has numerous writing credits to go with his acting, from co-writing films such as, Villain and Baby Boy. From being part of the 'Criminal Class' and being part of the movie world, George and the Podfather have plenty of stories and insights to tell.Hear it all on this episode The Criminal Connection Podcast.Now sit back and enjoy the show.Big thank you to our sponsors:Sure Pure: https://surepure.co.uk/Stargaze Entertainments: https://www.stargazeentertainment.co.uk/Dream Mentoring: https://dreammentoring.co.uk/Carson Kaye: https://www.carsonkaye.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to the Criminal Connection Podcast! Today the Podfather, Terry Stone, welcomes a law enforcement legend, Former Detective Chief Inspector Clive Driscoll. He solved the Stephen Lawrence murders and bought the remaining killers to justice, he has written a book about his career that was turned into a TV series and has so many great stories to share with you all about his highly decorated career in bringing high level criminals to justice.Hear it all on this episode The Criminal Connection Podcast.Now sit back and enjoy the show.Big thank you to our sponsors:Sure Pure: https://surepure.co.uk/Stargaze Entertainments: https://www.stargazeentertainment.co.uk/Dream Mentoring: https://dreammentoring.co.uk/Carson Kaye: https://www.carsonkaye.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to another episode of The Criminal Connection Podcast with your host, The Podfather, Terry Stone! This week sees the first time this man has ever spoken on a podcast introducing Lee ChapmanLee has been on the doors for 40 years and Tony Tucker was his right hand man in the 1990’s. He’s knocked out Roy “Pretty Boy” Shaw, had a run in with Lenny McLean & throughout his career, he has been shot, stabbed, slashed & petrol bombed.Hear it all on this episode The Criminal Connection Podcast.Now sit back and enjoy the show.Big thank you to our sponsors:Sure Pure: https://surepure.co.uk/Stargaze Entertainments: https://www.stargazeentertainment.co.uk/Dream Mentoring: https://dreammentoring.co.uk/Carson Kaye: https://www.carsonkaye.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to another episode of The Criminal Connection Podcast with your host, The Podfather, Terry Stone!This week we are joined by Bafta winning legend, the one and only, Noel Clarke. Noel shares never heard before stories about growing up in London, how his acting career started along with the true story behind the iconic movies Kidulthood, Adulthood and Brotherhood. Noel gives his honest take on recent allegations and tells all about his history with Adam Deacon.It was amazing to have Noel on the show to tell his story and we hope you all enjoy the podcast as much as we did recording it.Now sit back and enjoy the show, are you dizzy blud?Big thank you to our sponsors:Sure Pure: https://surepure.co.uk/Stargaze Entertainments: https://www.stargazeentertainment.co.uk/Dream Mentoring: https://dreammentoring.co.uk/Carson Kaye: https://www.carsonkaye.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we are very lucky to be joined by one of the leading ladies from the #RiseOfTheFootsoldier franchise, the one and only Emily Wyatt, also known as Charlotte!Emily reveals how she got the role in the Footsoldier franchise, shares never heard before behind the scenes stories, looks back on all of her other wonderful roles and shares a sneaky peek into what the future holds!The Podfather and Emily talk about movies, memories, premieres, parenthood and much, much more in this hilarious episode of The Criminal Connection Podcast. Don’t forget to like, subscribe and leave a comment letting us know what you thought of the show and who else you would like to see in the future, we read every comment!‘The Tony Tucker and Charlotte interview’, enjoy!Big thank you to our sponsors:Sure Pure: https://surepure.co.uk/Stargaze Entertainments: https://www.stargazeentertainment.co.uk/Dream Mentoring: https://dreammentoring.co.uk/Carson Kaye: https://www.carsonkaye.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to The Criminal Connection Podcast with your host, The Podfather, Terry Stone!This week we are joined by a film and television legend, the one and only, Vas Blackwood! Vas takes us all the way back to his first days in the world of acting, sharing some hilarious and never before heard stories from hanging out with Dustin Hoffman to being impersonated by Brad Pitt! Vas tells all about #LockStockAndTwoSmokingBarrels from how he got the gig to how he got the wig!Vas and Terry share stories from their time working together on classic movies such as Rolling With The Nines, including that time they had to allocate undercover armed police seats at the premiere!Tune in to hear Vas talk about his role in the upcoming movie #AnuvaHood where he stars alongside Ed Sheeran along with much, much more.It was a pleasure to have Vas in the studio and let us know what you thought of the show in the comments, we read them all!Don't forget to like and subscribe! New episodes with amazing guests coming every week.Big thank you to our sponsors:Sure Pure: https://surepure.co.uk/Stargaze Entertainments: https://www.stargazeentertainment.co.uk/Dream Mentoring: https://dreammentoring.co.uk/Carson Kaye: https://www.carsonkaye.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to The Criminal Connection Podcast with your host, Terry Stone!This week we have a very special guest, The Mafia Princess, Marisa Merico. Merisa is the daughter of one of Italy's most notorious Mafia Godfathers, Emilio DiGiovine.She's not only an accomplished writer, journalist, and a captivating storyteller but also the daughter of one of Italy's most notorious Mafia Godfathers, Emilio DiGiovine. Prepare to embark on a journey through a life filled with intrigue, secrets, and the determination to break free from a legacy of crime.Marisa Merico's life story is a gripping narrative of transformation and courage. Growing up in the shadow of organized crime, she faced unimaginable challenges and dilemmas. But rather than succumb to the dark allure of her family's criminal empire, Marisa chose a different path—one of truth, redemption, and self-discovery.In this candid conversation, Marisa shares her personal journey of breaking away from the Mafia's grip, her relentless pursuit of justice, and her dedication to shedding light on the underworld's darkest secrets. Join us as we delve into the complexities of her family's legacy, the struggles she faced, and the profound impact it had on her life and choices.Marisa Merico's story is a testament to the power of resilience, the strength of the human spirit, and the capacity for change. Her unwavering commitment to exposing the truth and seeking redemption makes this episode a must-listen for anyone fascinated by tales of redemption, true crime, and the triumph of the human spirit over adversity.Whether you're a true crime enthusiast, an advocate for justice, or simply someone who values stories of transformation and resilience, this episode with Marisa Merico promises to be a captivating and thought-provoking experience. Tune in as we unravel the legacy, one story at a time, with our remarkable guest, Marisa Merico.Don't forget to like and subscribe!Big thank you to our sponsors:Sure Pure: https://surepure.co.uk/Stargaze Entertainments: https://www.stargazeentertainment.co.uk/Dream Mentoring: https://dreammentoring.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the first ever episode of The Criminal Connection Podcast with your host, Terry Stone! This week we are joined by Bernard O'Mahoney for his first ever podcast appearance! Bernard shares stories from his childhood, his time in South Africa to how he ended up on the door at Raquel's nightclub in Basildon. Bernard reveals the details of his relationship with with The Krays, Tony Tucker, Pat Tate, Craig Rolfe and many more. In this episode Bernard shares his side of the story from Leah Betts's tragic death, the Essex Boys shootings, history with Carlton Leach and much more. Don't forget to like and subscribe! Big thank you to our sponsors: Sure Pure: https://surepure.co.uk/ Stargaze Entertainments: https://www.stargazeentertainment.co.uk/ Dream Mentoring: https://dreammentoring.co.uk/ Carson Kaye: https://www.carsonkaye.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Back to where it all started… the rave scene.This week on The Terry Stone Connection, Terry reconnects with jungle and drum & bass pioneer DJ Rap, the first female DJ to truly break through in the jungle scene and carve her name into a male dominated industry.Big thank you to our amazing partners, Blakey Trades. Join Blakey Trades today with my 150% deposit bonus by using this link: https://t.me/m/8miJKmijNjdk Just say 'hi' after clicking the link to get started. Terry and Rap go way back to the early days of warehouse raves and all-night chaos. Terry was promoting. Rap was rising. It was a time when reputations were built on raw talent, graft and pure energy, and DJ Rap was right at the centre of it.In this episode, she opens up about her wild journey. From a tough upbringing and broken homes to breaking records, touring the world, signing to Sony Music Entertainment, and even modelling for Calvin Klein. It’s a story of resilience, reinvention and refusing to be boxed in.We dive into what the early jungle scene was really like, the pressure of being the only woman in the room, the highs of global success, the industry politics behind the scenes, and the personal challenges that come with fame. This isn’t just a music story. It’s a story about breaking barriers, backing yourself, and surviving an industry that doesn’t always play fair.Proper nostalgia. Proper laughs. Proper lessons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this powerful and deeply confronting episode, we sit down with Ofill Allen, a man who served a life sentence for taking the life of a convicted sex offender.Join Blakey Trades today with my 150% deposit bonus by using this link: https://t.me/m/8miJKmijNjdk Just say 'hi' after clicking the link to get started. This is not an easy listen.Ofill opens up about the events that led to the killing, the emotions behind his decision, and the consequences that followed. We talk about prison life, the psychological weight of violence, justice vs revenge, and how one moment can change everything forever.This episode isn’t about glorifying violence. It’s about understanding the mindset, the moral conflict, and the reality of serving a life sentence.Was it justice? Was it vengeance? Or was it simply tragedy all round?As always, we give you the full story, raw, unfiltered and honest.Audio only episodeReal stories. Real consequences. Real conversations.Let us know your thoughts in the comments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Terry Stone Connection, we’re diving into the dark side of method acting and how sometimes the role doesn’t stop when the cameras do.Join Blakey Trades today with my 150% deposit bonus by using this link: https://t.me/m/8miJKmijNjdk Just say 'hi' after clicking the link to get started. We talk openly about my time playing Tony Tucker in Rise of the Footsoldier and how stepping into that world didn’t just stay on set. When you live and breathe a character long enough, it can start bleeding into real life. We discuss how intense roles can affect mindset, behaviour, relationships and even identity.We also break down some of the most famous examples of method acting in Hollywood, from Jim Carrey’s many transformations, to Heath Ledger’s haunting portrayal of the Joker, and Daniel Day-Lewis’ legendary full-immersion performances. Where’s the line between dedication and obsession? And when does “commitment to the craft” become something darker?This isn’t about criticising great performances, it’s about asking the bigger question... How far is too far?Let us know your thoughts in the comments. Is method acting genius… or dangerous? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How does a well spoken, unassuming British man end up becoming a high level international smuggler… and then locked up inside one of Ecuador’s most dangerous prisons?In this explosive episode of Terry Stone Connection, we sit down with “Posh Pete”, Pieter Tritton, a man who completely defies the stereotype of a smuggling kingpin. No hardened gangster image. No obvious criminal background. Just a story that spiralled into the dark world of international trafficking, betrayal, prison survival and consequences.Pete opens up about how he got involved, how deep it really went, and what it’s like being banged up inside Ecuador’s worst prison, a place known for violence, corruption and chaos. From culture shock to survival tactics, this is a raw account of a British man thrown into one of the most brutal systems in the world.Don’t forget to like, comment and subscribe for more real stories from the streets, the system and the people who lived itJoin Blakey Trades today with my 150% deposit bonus by using this link: https://t.me/m/8miJKmijNjdk Just say 'hi' after clicking the link to get started. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Abdul Bangura joins us for a powerful and unfiltered conversation about transformation, survival and building something real from nothing.Join Blakey Trades today with my 150% deposit bonus by using this link: https://t.me/m/8miJKmijNjdk Just say 'hi' after clicking the link to get started. From time behind bars to stepping into the world of business, Abdul opens up about the mindset shift that changed his life forever. This isn’t just another “success story”, it’s a raw look at what happens when you hit rock bottom and decide you’re not staying there.We talk about prison life, the turning point that forced him to reassess everything, the discipline it takes to rebuild your name, and what it really means to become an entrepreneur after carrying the weight of your past.No excuses. No victim mindset. Just accountability, growth and a serious hunger to win.If you’re interested in real stories of redemption, business journeys, overcoming adversity and hearing how people reinvent themselves against the odds — this episode delivers.This is Abdul Bangura’s story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Terry Stone Connection, we take a deep dive into the shocking scandal surrounding former BBC presenter Huw Edwards.Join Blakey Trades today with my 150% deposit bonus by using this link: https://t.me/m/8miJKmijNjdk Just say 'hi' after clicking the link to get started. Once regarded as one of the most trusted faces in British broadcasting, Edwards was at the centre of some of the biggest news moments in UK history. But in 2023, his reputation came crashing down following allegations involving payments reportedly totalling £35,000 for images amongst many other allegations.So what really happened?In this reaction and breakdown, we give an honest take on the controversy, the media fallout, the BBC’s response, and how a respected news anchor became headline news himself. We explore the timeline, the public reaction, and the bigger questions about fame, accountability, and the pressure that comes with life in the spotlight.This isn’t gossip, it’s a real conversation about power, reputation, media responsibility and how quickly everything can change.Was this a personal failing? A media frenzy? Or something more complicated?Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.Subscribe to Terry Stone Connection for real conversations, unfiltered reactions and the stories mainstream media won’t touch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this powerful and hilarious episode of Terry Stone Connection, Richard Blackwood joins us for a raw and revealing conversation about fame, comedy, pressure and reinvention. I've known Richard for over 25 years, so this was alot of fun to say the least.Join Blakey Trades today with my 150% deposit bonus by using this link: https://t.me/m/8miJKmijNjdk Just say 'hi' after clicking the link to get started.Richard is currently on tour and I cannot recommend his show enough, you can get tickets here: https://www.luventertainment.co.uk/richard-blackwood-live/Richard was one of the biggest names in UK entertainment during the 90s, a stand-up force, TV personality and cultural icon. But behind the laughter and the bright lights, the journey wasn’t always smooth.In this episode, he opens up about what it really felt like to rise so fast, the realities of the industry, the weight that comes with being a household name, and how public perception rarely tells the full story.This isn’t just a trip down memory lane. It’s an honest discussion about setbacks, faith, resilience and rebuilding, about what happens when the noise fades and you’re left figuring out who you really are.There are laughs, lots of them. But there’s also reflection, growth and the kind of real talk you don’t usually hear from someone who’s lived through every side of fame.If you grew up watching Richard Blackwood, or you’re interested in the truth behind celebrity life and the cost of success, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. For the record, the man certainly still has still got it!Welcome to Terry Stone Connection, we will see you on the other side. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.