In this episode, former police officer James Bannon sat down this us to share his story of infiltrating a British football hooligan firm. James spent two and a half years undercover with the infamous hooligans of London-based football team Millwall, during the height of football violence in England in the late 1980s.
James' story was adapted into the 1995 film 'I.D.'
Warning: this episode contains content you may find distressing.
We speak to people with a unique life story to tell. From a North Korea escapee to an undercover cop, a Cold War spy to a shipwreck survivor. Hosted by LADbible's Ben-Powell Jones, this series is a window into remarkable experiences – with stories that paint a picture of extraordinary lives.
With thanks to James Bannon for taking part.
James' book is available here - https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00CZ7OBO2/
James' Twitter - https://twitter.com/runningwiththef
Host: Ben Powell-Jones, Twitter: @BenPowellJones
00:00 - 00:55 - Intro
00:55 - 06:18 - Early Police Career
06:18 - 20:01 - Going Undercover
20:01 - 26:10 - Joining Millwall's Inner Circle
26:10 - 31:31 - Most Dangerous Moment
31:31 - 36:22 - Cover Nearly Being Blown
36:22 - 41:49 - Life Undercover
41:49 - 47:57 - Abrupt End to the Operation
47:57 - 51:02 - Life After The Police
51:02 - 55:20 - I.D. Film
55:20 - 56:52 - Life Lesson
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