The Krays Web

Wendy Cee
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The Krays Web takes you through the life of the infamous Kray Twins.........and beyond. In Season 1 we start with a deep dive into the lives of Ronnie and Reggie Kray, from the beginning............to the end.  This season will be followed by stories of those who got caught in the Krays Web, amazing life stories from those in some way associated with the Krays.

  1. EPISODE 2

    Terrible Twos

    Did you know the Krays? Or have a story to tell? Get in touch Before the violence… there was family, war, and survival. In Episode 2 of The Krays Web, we go back to the beginning — exploring the roots of Ronnie and Reggie Kray, and the environment that shaped two of Britain’s most notorious criminals. From boxing bloodlines to wartime trauma, this episode uncovers the people and events that influenced the twins long before their rise to power. In this episode: • The Kray family history and East End roots • “Mad Jimmy” Kray and his life before and after World War I • Jimmy “Southpaw Cannonball” Lee and the twins’ introduction to boxing • Family tragedy, including the loss of a sibling • The twins’ early childhood in 1930s London • The impact of World War II — bombing, evacuation, and their father’s desertion Why it matters: Understanding where the Krays came from reveals how violence, instability, and environment helped shape their future — and challenges the myths surrounding their legacy. Follow the show for more deep-dive episodes into the truth behind the Kray twins. Next episode: The teenage years — boxing, crime, and the first signs of what was to come – You’re in the Army Now Links to Resources Check out my website for resources used and social media links : thekraysweb.com Contact me : wendyceepods@gmail.com Music by Captain Fat Hands captainfathands.com Full evacuee interviews : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pKpxeXURwWw&authuser=3

    36 min

  2. EPISODE 3

    You're In The Army Now

    Did you know the Krays? Or have a story to tell? Get in touch Before the empire… there was discipline, defiance, and escalating violence. In Episode 3 of The Krays Web, we follow Ronnie and Reggie Kray through their teenage years — where boxing, crime, and chaos began to collide. From early tragedy to growing brutality, this episode explores how the twins sharpened both their fighting skills and their criminal instincts. In this episode: • Reggie’s “saddest memory” — a childhood accident with lasting impact • The twins’ early money-making schemes and street-level crime • Their rise in amateur and early professional boxing • Escalating violence, weapons, and first encounters with the law • National Service with the Royal Fusiliers — and total rebellion • Prison time, including incarceration at the Tower of London Why it matters: This is where the turning point begins — discipline meets defiance, and the skills learned in boxing and the army begin to shape the Krays’ future criminal empire. Follow the show for more deep-dive episodes into the truth behind the Kray twins. Next episode:  Next episode: How the Krays built power, influence, and fear in London’s East End – The Colonel Links to Resources Check out my website for resources used and social media links : thekraysweb.com Contact me : wendyceepods@gmail.com Music by Captain Fat Hands captainfathands.com

    24 min

  3. EPISODE 4

    The Colonel

    Did you know the Krays? Or have a story to tell? Get in touch Power wasn’t given — it was taken. In Episode 4 of The Krays Web, Ronnie and Reggie Kray return from National Service and begin building the foundations of their criminal empire in London’s East End. From a struggling billiard hall to a growing underworld network, this is where reputation, violence, and identity begin to define the Krays — and where Ronnie starts becoming something far more dangerous. In this episode: • Life after the army and the pursuit of a “better” life • The takeover of the Regal billiard hall in Mile End • How the twins turned chaos into control — and profit • The rise of “The Firm” and early organised crime operations • Ronnie’s growing persona as “The Colonel” • Violence, weapons, and the creation of “Fort Valance” • The events leading to Ronnie’s 1956 prison sentence Why it matters: This is the birth of the Kray empire — where business, brutality, and reputation merge, and where the balance between the twins begins to shift. Follow the show for more deep-dive episodes into the truth behind the Kray twins. Next episode: The downward spiral of Ronnie Kray - Krazy Links to Resources Check out my website for resources used and social media links : thekraysweb.com Contact me : wendyceepods@gmail.com Music by Captain Fat Hands captainfathands.com

    29 min

  4. EPISODE 5

    Krazy

    Did you know the Krays? Or have a story to tell? Get in touch While one brother rises… the other begins to fall apart. In Episode 5 of The Krays Web, the Kray twins are separated — with Ronnie behind bars and Reggie building an empire on the outside. But power takes different forms, and as Ronnie tightens his grip inside prison, his mental state begins to unravel in ways that will have devastating consequences. In this episode: • Ronnie’s prison influence and the “Cray pension” system • How tobacco became currency behind bars • Reggie’s expansion — clubs, gambling, and business growth • The launch of the Double R club and new ventures • Ronnie’s transfer to Camp Hill and growing paranoia • Mental breakdown, diagnosis, and institutionalisation • The early signs of a plan that will lead to murder Why it matters: This is a pivotal moment in the Kray story — where power, control, and mental health collide, setting the stage for the violence that will define their legacy. Follow the show for more deep-dive episodes into the truth behind the Kray twins. Next episode: Violence escalates and the actions that will seal the Krays’ fate begin to unfold – The Firm Links to Resources Check out my website for resources used and social media links : thekraysweb.com Contact me : wendyceepods@gmail.com Music by Captain Fat Hands captainfathands.com

    35 min

  5. EPISODE 6

    The Firm

    Did you know the Krays? Or have a story to tell? Get in touch Power can build an empire — but chaos can destroy it. In Episode 6 of The Krays Web, the Kray organisation expands across London, but behind the scenes, cracks are beginning to show. With Ronnie increasingly volatile and Reggie trying to regain control, the twins’ empire grows through fraud, intimidation, and ambition — but at a dangerous cost. In this episode: • Ronnie’s reckless behaviour and its impact on the business • The intimidation of landlord Peter Rachman • The takeover of Esmeralda’s Barn and its rapid success • Credit scams, fraud schemes, and “long firm” cons • The rebuilding of “The Firm” with new recruits • Expansion into clubs, protection rackets, and wider operations • Early moves toward international crime and smuggling Why it matters: This is the Krays at their peak — and the beginning of their instability. As their power spreads, so does the risk, setting the stage for the violence that will ultimately bring them down. Follow the show for more deep-dive episodes into the truth behind the Kray twins. Next episode: We look at a different side of the Krays, as they hobnob with the rich and famous – Seeing Stars Links to Resources Check out my website for resources used and social media links : thekraysweb.com Contact me : wendyceepods@gmail.com Music by Captain Fat Hands captainfathands.com

    33 min

  6. EPISODE 7

    Seeing Stars

    Did you know the Krays? Or have a story to tell? Get in touch Fame attracts power — and power attracts fame. In Episode 7 of The Krays Web, we step into the glitz and glamour surrounding the Kray twins, exploring their surprising and often uneasy connections to celebrities, actors, and public figures. Behind the nightclubs and flashing cameras lies a darker truth — where fame, fear, and influence collide. In this episode: • The Krays’ obsession with celebrity and status • Their connections to film, television, and music stars • Stories involving Barbara Windsor and her links to the twins • Encounters with figures from British entertainment and beyond • The role of clubs in attracting high-profile guests • Iconic moments, including the famous Kray photograph • How celebrity connections masked — and enabled — criminal power Why it matters: This episode reveals how the Krays blurred the line between crime and celebrity — building legitimacy through fame while hiding violence in plain sight. Follow the show for more deep-dive episodes into the truth behind the Kray twins. Next episode: Frances, the relationship that would become one of the most tragic and defining parts of the Kray story - Obsessed Links to Resources Check out my website for resources used and social media links : thekraysweb.com Contact me : wendyceepods@gmail.com Music by Captain Fat Hands captainfathands.com

    27 min

  7. EPISODE 8

    Obsessed

    Did you know the Krays? Or have a story to tell? Get in touch Love, control… and obsession. In Episode 8 of The Krays Web, we explore the deeply personal and increasingly intense relationship between Reggie Kray and Frances Shea — a story that reveals a very different side of the Kray empire. What begins as a teenage romance soon becomes something far more complicated, as power, jealousy, and control begin to take hold. In this episode: • Frances Shea’s early life in London’s East End • How she met Reggie Kray as a teenager • Lavish gifts, nights out, and a whirlwind romance • Ronnie’s reaction and growing tension within the family • Reggie’s imprisonment and Frances’ loyalty • The shift from romance to control and isolation • Their 1965 wedding — surrounded by celebrity and controversy Why it matters: This is one of the most personal chapters in the Kray story — exposing the emotional cost of power and the human impact behind the headlines. Follow the show for more deep-dive episodes into the truth behind the Kray twins. Next episode: The breaking point — the tragic end of Reggie and Frances’ relationship – Love & Tragedy. Links to Resources Check out my website for resources used and social media links : thekraysweb.com Contact me : wendyceepods@gmail.com Music by Captain Fat Hands captainfathands.com

    28 min
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The Krays Web takes you through the life of the infamous Kray Twins.........and beyond. In Season 1 we start with a deep dive into the lives of Ronnie and Reggie Kray, from the beginning............to the end.  This season will be followed by stories of those who got caught in the Krays Web, amazing life stories from those in some way associated with the Krays.

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  • Creator
    Wendy Cee
  • Episodes
    8
  • Seasons
    1
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 The Krays Web
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