The Black Widow | Britain’s most feared female Gangster Linda Calvey tells her story

[@shonabeggs4640]

You were born for this James, every interview i've watched, every person is so relaxed and at ease with you. You're so genuine. Well done.

[@EnterMerlin]

he's a good interviewer deffo. fairly genuine but mainly ambitious & good at reading people. plays the 'meet you where you are' game to get the results.appeals to people's egos in a clever, low key manner. identifies the good and-or common vulnerability in them and appeals to that part of them. viewers relate to that, which is good. a lot of his relatability comes from his own experiences. i don't feel he's 100% genuine. there's a slight edge that doesn't click with me. but he knows how to get a good session from his guests!

[@Gypsygal23]

​@@EnterMerlinWow what a review 😮👌 you should put this on trust pilot 👍 😄

[@EnterMerlin]

@@Gypsygal23 😯

[@sarah_shoegal]

Best podcast ever! Brilliant- her life should definitely be made into a film. Really enjoyed listening to this

[@rubix1651]

It’s crazy how likeable and charismatic she is, you can definitely see how she charmed so many people. Great podcast, loved this interview 👌🏼

[@EnterMerlin]

that's psychopathy for you

[@chrysalis72]

not really,the definition of a psychopath is a person who can be very good at blending with society,charmin(superficially) highly manipulative,intelligent scarily so and really just alpha predators who don't use the amygdala or frontal cortex which is what gives normal people empathy like disgust and horror,remorse etc. Very charming but ultimately listen to your gut,it's never wrong. Actions and not words is another good self protection since there are so many. It shows on brain scans the area to do with empathy literally just isn't used,so they function on acting and pure logic (always for personal gain,people are just objects to a true psychopath, like old shoes they can discard you like rubbish even after sleeping beside them every night for over 10years,normal people have feelings for others,they just don't. I can only imagine how I could treat this teddy I'm holding because it's just an object. Look at piercing eye contact,again it betrays them,they can look at people ,even in photos I can read emotion,with them there is none , except for themselves or who they perceive as to their advantage. One day they will have a loving husband of many years,the very next day,after years,they can just change mind and reject and replace their entire family forever. Be it by murder or by false imprisonment when the victim gets upset and tries to defend what they want to take ie kids. Then easily they turn into soul murderers ,bullying,slander,abandonment and they will watch their family of years screaming for help and in pain,DEVESTATED by the stranger that looks like their spouse,turn on them and not just not acknowledge them in public but seem to have no memory of the lifetime you have had. These are really,really dangerous men and women. Especially in a relationship,it tears the soul apart grieving for them as they drive by in all less than a week ,smiling,waving and telling everyone this is their new spouse and children. Murder if they could get away with it,wouldn't affect them anymore than taking out the bins. They cannot receive or give love as we feel it, everything as we know,inverted. Can't be loved,no remorse,no guilty feeling at all,incurable. I'm not judging this person but it's a warning, words are easy,keeping morality is another thing altogether. Anti social behaviour is incurable and can't be corrected by a single thing. Lawyers and police work have lots of them,some choose crime but smarter ones use charm to engage trust, but defraud,bully,control, humiliation and as many facial expressions as is on your phone app. There's a video on you tube describing all the cluster b,anti social p 32:53 personality traits😊.thanks,stay safe.xx

[@EnterMerlin]

@@chrysalis72 Ja, it was a glib comment. I don't know enough to determine her *cadre of narcissism. My point is, she doesn't fool me and I don't find her "likeable" or particularly "charismatic". *I got that term from HG Tudor

[@lilypops6071]

Totally agree, what a story, what a bloody life she must of led before her long prison sentence. Kind of exciting in a way probably why many of these women stick around.

[@spinked438]

Absolutely love Linda .. ! Love listening to her story ! Could listen to this all day .. Another Brilliant Interview James 👏

[@lukepowell5353]

James English is a legend and has kept me occupied through this lockdown, so I want to say thankyou, always a pleasure

[@heidicoombs5894]

Wow what a brilliant podcast. Linda is so polite the way she talks not swearing what a story so much respect to her. Xx

[@billycasper2737]

Debra Medans had a shady past.

[@edforbes1563]

I'm out Billy lol

[@GrheghtsKn_Badman]

She's had an upgrade....doesn't, literally, look like a dragon in a den here😂

[@champerslover5421]

😂

[@ryanowen7583]

Haha

[@trevortrevatrevortreva1520]

Growing up in the East end of London as we did for a little while Linda reminds me of so many young mothers back then personality wise. Women often were the head of the family and the inner strength Linda displays reminds me so much of a typical admired and respected woman in era now gone. Fascinating interview and such a reminder to live your life your way with your own moral compass. You can leave the east end but the great things about growing up a cockney is that moral compass never leaves you no matter where you live in the world.

[@Refflog]

My mum is like that, she’s now 75, she taught me the rules to live by. She was brought up in Hoxton, not as it is now but with bomb sites and all the characters. I know it’s N1 but same thing. God bless

[@marioncharleston]

Morals never leave cockney?the morals of killing people,mugging,robbing and shooting people?what morals?I would never tar everyone with the same brush but these people do not have alot of morals when money comes into it!the people they terrified probably have better morals.

[@trevortrevatrevortreva1520]

@@Refflog if you read the book a hoxton childhood as part of English lessons in secondary school? Growing up working class in London's East End is something that those of us lucky enough to be born there do not appreciate what an honour that is until we ourselves reach maturity

[@carladavis9033]

You can take the girl out the east end ....

[@annmustafa9355]

I was born in Mile End hospital 1947.in Bow Cockney girl proud and still in the East End.

[@ruaraidhmorrison5879]

“I certainly wouldn’t have someone murdered in my house” Great to see a gangster with such upstanding morals.

[@thislife3655]

“It weren’t that, Ruaraidh. Ard jus ad a luvlee pair ur paisley curt-uns tailored un ar ditunt wonnur get um smuvvurd in blood . . . which is juss uz well, as ar later ad um made int-oo a smart-cazhual top, which arm currently att-eye-ur-in. Fang-kyoo fer lis-nin”.

[@ruaraidhmorrison5879]

@@thislife3655 😂😂😂👏🏻

[@tonyturner2799]

I know Linda very well and she has always said she’s innocent when she could’ve been out ages ago if he admitted the crime but she didn’t do it so she served 18 years

[@thislife3655]

@@tonyturner2799 That’s fair enough. She’s still guilty of crimes against fashion. Say hi to Page for me 👋🏻.

[@gourmetwaters6916]

Only idiots sh*t on their own doorstep mate.

[@heathen-greaser]

Has to one of the best if not the best interview I’ve ever seen, hooked from start to finish! Absolutely love Linda. As for Ron I’ve gota say he got what he deserved no question. Subscribed

[@jamesmcq7470]

Loads of comments complaining about the content. Podcasts are absolutely class mate 👌 earphones in and they get me through my shifts at work daily. Keep it up brother 👍

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼😉

[@darylgallon4931]

Watching a podcast through work😅 fuck me lad what’s your job

[@darylgallon4931]

@J j 😅😅😅

[@dddiarytwins88]

Itching to know what this guy works for now haha

[@jamesmcq7470]

Car detailer 😂 definitely makes a difference when a day drags in

[@scottcameron9267]

Did you guys notice not once did she swear during that interview, old school respect

[@paulmurphy7539]

12.36 she swears

[@tonyturner2799]

Linda is really like that she never swears

[@JohnConboy1]

Yeah, I noticed that too. Classy lady.

[@redstriper1601]

She just doesn't know any decent swears

[@thunderjoy7250]

@Hardangervidda Sondström well when you think of the woman off today that's a big achievement 🤣🤣

[@mooniepeters8426]

Was in Holloway back in 1993 with Linda. She was really quiet and kept to herself with very few friends, best way really. If you ever see this Linda, glad to know you`re home, you`re looking well. Best of luck to you, take care.

[@AllAboutYouTubers13]

*Set Reminder More 100% 🔥 Interviews From James English* Thanks For All The Time And Effort You Put In...

[@BabzProductions]

Cheers James, asked recently for more female stories and you brought it through! Well done mate

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@jennybyrne38]

Brilliant pod cast some of the questions you asked wesr quality and she seems a very down to earth person despite of her past... And i genuinely believe everything she said to be true sure shes done the crime done the time so why lie now definitely think she would of ratherd die in their then say she did the last murder... She 100 percent stonch lol

[@Jenniferreay1]

James you've interviewed everyone. Gets better and better your amazing .

[@acs9082]

I can see how her charm worked with how she tells her stories, I blinked and this interview was over, brilliant.

[@bionicnichola9251]

Brilliant interview James. A very smart, calculated, well spoken and manipulative lady. Very intriguing interview, the best 👌🏻

[@markveganism5003]

She must have a sort of controlled split personality, she looks acts and sounds so innocent, a true poker player

[@mrsw5623]

I remember seeing her in a prison documentary- she slapped Myra Hindly!! 🤣😂😂😂

[@pabloescobar7647]

When I was in durham many moons ago. Linda Calvert n moors monster were in there on she wing.

[@stevenskelton7701]

@@pabloescobar7647 wow thats my local

[@traceyelizabeth2559]

Yes I love that Myra hindley story..👍👌

[@traceyelizabeth2559]

💎👍👍

[@pabloescobar7647]

@@traceyelizabeth2559 you can imagine her saying. " your a piece of shit stay out of my way".

[@AJ-2k24]

Another great interview, always ask the right questions and always give the person time to respond without constantly jumping in and interrupting, top man 👍🏻

[@wellsey1490]

Another brilliant podcast James,they just get better and better.👍

[@billkosses3808]

The thumbnail in particular is an absolute banger.

[@catherineaspinall5700]

Thanks James & Linda absolutely brilliant interview deffo one of the best ...

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@allisonday893]

Can’t believe she has the gall to talk about youngsters today treating life like it’s meaningless. She sniggers about driving round with bodies in the boot and waving sawn off shotguns in terrified people’s faces

[@coltmcguire9400]

Not defending her, but laughter doesn't always mean happiness. I have psychotic features and every time I've been injured I'll start laugh uncontrollably. I get nervous and laugh too. Something snaps and the wires get crossed. No excuses, just explanations.

[@samanthacooke8098]

When did she say she waved shot guns in people's faces???

[@334th_Hartmann]

​@samanthacooke8098 during the armed robberies she got nicked for? If she wasn't waving the guns herself, her accomplices certainly were.

[@plantbaseddiet3397]

She didn't go round stabbing kids for postcode wars did she...love how people on here think they're Judge and Jury from when you were not in this ladies life or know her up close n personal u don't know s**t about her.

[@RoxanneLavender]

@@334th_Hartmann She was the driver, that means she wasn't waving guns in anyone's face.

[@garycarter8145]

Been looking forward to this one James! You get the best guests

[@JessicaBowle]

Ur podcasts literally help me sleep James, thankyou for posting and taking the time to make these suffering with bad insomnia these help me sleep so thankyou!

[@JamesEnglish]

❤️

[@paddycaldwell82]

I seen Linda a few years ago on this morning but just realised it was her halfway through the interview, I really liked her she wasn't what I thought when I started to watch, so glad I did, one of my favourites. I love James english ♥️, the best interviewer ever, asks questions n let's them answer no matter how long it takes he doesn't take over. Best podcaster on KZbin

[@juliestevens5764]

Absolutely brilliant James, Ten out of ten.

[@MrMadieu]

Classic history lesson right there, wow, nice one James, Linda was a great guest to showcase. One for the girls, thanx.

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@bexp3362]

Came across this by accident, loved it. Will definitely be checking some more out.

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@stephengibson3577]

Loved this one. Well done James amazing guest 👌

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks Stephen

[@fit-fantastic8183]

Love all these podcasts. And I never watch podcasts. It's great to see someone finally exposing truths and keeping it real 💯

[@eddiedownunder9881]

best 2 hours i have had in a long time .

[@xtinklulux]

Very calculated woman. There’s a huge part of me that doesn’t believe a word she says. She’s played the game very well.

[@Refflog]

Very shrewd, she is highly skilled in never admitting anything that could put her in a bad light. She’s telling the truth, well nearly, just left the bits out that made her look bad.

[@soniauk4284]

Very rehearsed the stories are cautious about what she admits to.

[@degenerates1971]

Psychopathic comes to mind

[@EnterMerlin]

@@degenerates1971 yep, no doubt about it

[@GinaWelsh]

There is no way she had no knowledge of the murder. If I was her and my son’s life was being threatened I’d do it too.

[@amieanderson9827]

Thanks james !! Going to binge watch for the rest of sunday alll the podcasts iv missed .... proper sunday chill x

[@JamesEnglish]

Enjoy x

[@harrybradley2838]

Smash it every time James. Each guest just gets better and better. Take over is on 💪🏻

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks Harry

[@newin548]

Can’t rid my mind of the misery and fear they subjected people to.. these people are dreadful no matter how sweet this lady is coming across..

[@thomaslundi5110]

😅😅😅😅😅

[@nothingbutthetruth2145]

James is the F'in bomb. He gets the most incredible interesting people on here. Thankyou James

[@JamesEnglish]

😉

[@damo86f21]

Best podcasts by far. Thanks james

[@daidog5380]

@@JamesEnglish try and get paddy doherty on here

[@benhart6183]

He gets whoever's promoting a book!!😂😂👇👇

[@boxinghistorian617]

@@daidog5380 paddy has been on before 👍

[@JamesCM86]

I don’t for one second believe her story regarding Ronnie Cooks murder. She blames this on Danny Reece, but she married him after this murder took place. So why would she do that after witnessing him murder her ‘boyfriend’ (Ron) who had apparently threatened to kill her son multiple times???

[@waynegordon3445]

😂I’m afraid I have to agree. Good interview though.

[@knockoutgymbradford]

Why didn't he ask her that?

[@afe4452]

Easy! She never loved Ron.What woman would love a man who killed her 1st love and husband, force himself on her then threaten her son?

[@Cuckie1996]

She is guilty, if you are fooled by her lies you should be embarrassed.

[@IwasBlueb4]

U have no idea of psychology

[@janeysmagicalart]

One of your best interviews ... loved it!

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks

[@ianseymour5511]

That was by far the best interview I've watched. Cracking. The book sounds very interesting.

[@Dee-l2g]

I've just googled young Linda Calvey and there is a black and white pic of her when she was young and OMD she was an absolute stunner!

[@JoshBurns-k3n]

Loved this interview, so so fascinating 👏🏼

[@Loveisthelaw69]

Great podcast James and have to agree, Linda is definitely one of your top 5 podcasts to date.... Amazing.... God bless...

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks joe

[@Loveisthelaw69]

@@JamesEnglish your welcome james... Best wishes from South Wales..

[@butterflyblessbless5836]

I watched her clip on this morning, they were extremely judgemental towards Linda. I pleased she got a chance to share her story.

[@donnajaninewilmshurst4191]

One of my favourite podcasts James. Thank you!

[@sanger136]

Incredible interview. It was an amazing watch

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks

[@soprano4122]

everyone who tells their story is a legend in their own head.....

[@jahglory7815]

Yeah she sugar coating a lot of this. I read an article today that that Danny guy has been done for indecent assault on a 15 year old and also something about he tied up another prisoner and you know what. Great story but she's definitely a wrongun.

[@jahglory7815]

@Hardangervidda Sondström yeah, Danny Reece. Google it mate. Geeza sounds depraved.

[@graduke1]

....and a bellend to others! That's the reaction I get unfortunately😅

[@juliehodgkinson4264]

Hi I really enjoyed this so I'm now a new subbie ... she's lead such a life I could listen to her for hours so I've gone straight to amazon n bought her books I can't wait to read them ..thankyou for the great interview xx

[@paigeleigh2554]

Best wishes to this lady. I hope she enjoys her family and grandchildren. Fantastic podcast!

[@thislife3655]

Has anyone spoken to James since this was filmed? James, please let us know you’re safe and well 👍🏻

[@JohnConboy1]

😂🤣

[@alexistracey1187]

He's in her boot till this goes live so he kin promote her book first 🤣🤣 but honestly what a woman she is ❤️

[@TinyGibbo]

He's fine just taking some time to himself

[@stuartpurvis8723]

🤣

[@bvxfootyedits]

He is just sorting his divorce out, so he can marry her 🤣 Only joking, she’s a wonderful woman, reminds me of my Nan ❤️

[@dannykirton6445]

Linda Calvey has such a fascinating story, i've not even started watching it yet but i know it'll be amazing.

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@arkiscybernalia]

Another great podcast James , really enjoyable mate

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks

[@marniep4332]

Such a fascinating & lovely lady. Really enjoyed listening to her journey.

[@krismcstay1325]

A lovely lady , your the problem

[@ianhamilton1024]

Wit an interview james, superb!

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks Ian

[@ritchiesmith3119]

This is a very clever lady. Butter wouldn’t melt. She knew what to do and how to do it. And very well at that. Respectfully saying, a gangsters moll springs to mind but then switched it round. This again is another great podcast, James.....how dare you go on a 6 week break, we are gonna miss these casts in that time. Thanks to the pair of you for an enjoyable watch and listen 👍🏻

[@gavinreynolds9216]

I think 🤔 the same as you, very clever lady, read my comment above, bit longer than yours but the same jist

[@AishaHussain-e9y]

Not clever to go to prison though and do her time so no not clever she slipped 😂

[@gzchannel814]

Best podcaster in UK hands down.... Keep doing your ting bro....love the work❤

[@Toddy1314]

Yet another cracking PodCast. Well done mate. Love watching your interviews.

[@JamesEnglish]

Cheers Todd

[@becs1188]

By far the best podcast to date James amazing 👏👏

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks b

[@ashmason7955]

I’ve read The Black Widow - Phenomenal story, great book, crazy!! - Someone write Ronnie Cook’s story!! He’s virtually unknown or not mentioned in many publications.

[@mrw1783]

She puts this sweet act on, but underneath all that is a calculated woman.

[@djinnxx7050]

She's a woman. Period.

[@shonabeggs4640]

​@@djinnxx7050😂

[@rhi1219]

Smashed it again james you ask the questions we want to ask but wouldn't dream of asking lol fair play keep at it loving the podcast ❤❤

[@markallen5764]

ABSOLUTELY LOVED THIS INTERVIEW LOVELY TO HEAR THIS LADY TALK SO CLEAR AND CLEAN SPEAKING SHES BRILLIANT BECKY 🇬🇧

[@kimmycutler2038]

Thoroughly enjoyed that podcast. Thanks Linda and of course thank you James.

[@Lynn-u1r]

Absolutely brilliant interview

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks

[@ewanpatterson8415]

Love this one James... Top notch 👌 Happy Sunday to you and yours have a great day

[@JamesEnglish]

Happy Sunday pal

[@jesussm6854]

another amazing post cast, I work as a truck driver, so I have a lot time to listen, those post cast are so interesting, great to give Voice to those amazing people. thanks

[@colinwatson4172]

Didn't want this to end. Amazing women.

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@jordanwignall3089]

Proper captivating that these podcasts are serious 👍🏻

[@elliedenning6514]

One of the best yet James x x

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼x

[@carolinbickley7846]

Hi James. I was riveted throughout this interview. 👍 well done. She’s certainly lived a life and a half.

[@AndyTheESLGuy]

Brilliant podcast James! What a crazy life she's lived! Watched your bare knuckle fighting podcast the other night aswell. Loving the content!

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks Andy

[@kathleenleitch8094]

Loved this one 🙏🏼 her life story should deffo be made into a film

[@ajjohnstone7063]

What a fascinating lady. Great stories and interesting life shes lead.

[@maureenwright8877]

James I've just watched this what a great interview such a nice lady down to earth Thanks

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@phillsumner]

What a belter James fascinating glued watching this enough said 👍👍👍

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks Phil

[@dawnmcintosh7631]

Favourite podcast to date

[@toppertruthio]

James.I served 9 days for not payin a tv licence fine,back in the 90s.get in touch mate,for an interview.Itll get millions of views.

[@loistallini3609]

Love you James brilliant interview what an amazing story thankyou 100 %♡♡😘💟🌻

[@JamesEnglish]

❤️

[@Dee-wy8fn]

ive been really looking forward to this ..it didnt dissapoint what a great woman and what a story too

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks

[@mariajefferies8555]

I really like this Lady I’m gonna buy her Books

[@davekennedy6315]

Well done James, you are getting the top draw criminals mate! Your channels coming up big time.

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks Dave

[@paulb9106]

James honestly that was an absolute brilliant interview what a woman excellent strong lady ! Respect Scotland ! !

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks Paul

[@janineryan6754]

Really interesting podcast I’ve just ordered the 2 books Good luck to you Linda you go girl and be happy

[@18paulFatboy75]

Just when you don't think it can get better Boom he delivers again, superb James 👏 what a podcast that was 👌

[@JamesEnglish]

😉

[@lokic7529]

This woman must have so many stories and she tells them so well, can't wait for the Sammy the bull styled podcast 🙏🙏🙏 Another fantastic interview by JE

[@JamesEnglish]

🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@paulgill7660]

⌚️ most of your stuff brilliant 👏 👌 👍 HONESTY IS EVERY THING GOT YOUR BOOK IVE DONE 11. YEARS BUT YOUR BOOK 📖 IS FASCINATING GOD BLESS ❤️ 😍 💖 PAUL

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks

[@steveomcbigarms]

What I like about this channel is that it's not the same story been told by the same people over and over again. New guest's... usually first timers on the show.. just sits and listens. Quality interview.

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@paulsimpson8255]

Yes i seemed brsnd nee thats why i was grippex an i loved her voice

[@lcat9549]

Respect James another sick podcast big up you helping her promote the book 💯

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks

[@colinelliott9916]

Another top notch podcast top interviewer knows when to ask questions and when to let it roll

[@JamesEnglish]

Cheers Colin

[@magicmusicrainbows]

Definitely one of the best podcasts

[@dannyboy5992]

Can’t wait for this one keep up the good work James mate 👌

[@crewfox11]

By far the best podcast you've ever done

[@user-bx8uj9vu6z]

What a fascinating women great story. The best one by far ! Well done James 👍

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@justinegeelan6297]

Absolutely brilliant 👏 really enjoyed this one 😊

[@helensephton8572]

Brilliant podcast james very interesting story keep up the good work james x these new podcasts are keeping me going during lockdown x

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks Helen x

[@dannykay3075]

What a absolute belta podcast 🤯

[@thelordismyshepherd9980]

Glorify such people as prophesied in the last days. Like pablo, krays, rap stars we glorify evil! FUNNY she not ashamed of all family's she's DESTROYED, she's proud of her evil I hate the things I have done

[@samanthacooke8098]

The best podcast EVER, o matter what she had done or did shecomes across as totally honest. Stuart AMAZING suble questioning