Gangster

BBC Radio 5 Live

How did a small-time carpenter with a minor and fumbled role in a 1963 violent heist become Britain's most famous fugitive and - for many - an unlikely folk hero?
From gangland tea boy to Brazilian playboy, this series recounts the controversial rollercoaster life of Ronnie Biggs in his own words, through previously unheard recordings.
Actor Daniel Mays, who portrayed the Great Train Robber in a major ITV drama, hosts the podcast, marking the 25th anniversary of Biggs' return to Britain to face justice after 36 years on the run.

No. of episodes: 91
Latest episode: 2026-06-11
Society & Culture True Crime Documentary

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Questions & Answers

How many episodes are there of Gangster?

There are 91 episodes avaiable of Gangster.

What is Gangster about?

We have categorized Gangster as:

Society & Culture
True Crime
Documentary

Where can you listen to Gangster?

Gangster is available, among others places, on:

Spotify
Apple Podcasts
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Google Podcasts

When did Gangster start?

The first episode of Gangster that we have available was released 19 April 2021.

Who creates the podcast Gangster?

Gangster is produced and created by BBC Radio 5 Live.