The Guv'nor - Lenny McLean's daughter Kelly tells her story

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Lenny McLean's Daughter Kelly tells her story.
Kelly’s book www.amazon.co.uk/My-Dad-Guvno...
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@kellymclean1824 3 жыл бұрын

I made a couple of mistakes in This podcast it is my bipolar, I can only apologise , I don't sometimes listen to the question properly love kelly mclean xx

@theduke8362 3 жыл бұрын

You did great. No need to apologise must be hard talking to a stranger about your parents that are no longer here. Don’t be so hard on yourself

@kellymclean1824 3 жыл бұрын

@@theduke8362 wow thank you 😊🙏

@theduke8362 3 жыл бұрын

@@kellymclean1824 I mean it you came across really well. I have been told many times from family they think I have bipolar. Just be yourself you did great

@kellymclean1824 3 жыл бұрын

@@theduke8362 I don't know what to say other than a great BIG THANK YOU 🙏❤, YOU ARE SO KIND ❤

@theduke8362 3 жыл бұрын

@@kellymclean1824 look forward to seeing you on more podcasts. Just be yourself you have a million stories to tell and I can’t wait. Take care god bless

@jamieportis3621 3 жыл бұрын

James get the oldies out now because in 30 years time you'll be interviewing blokes about how good their dad was on Fortnite 😂😩

@jamiejosh96 3 жыл бұрын

@VesselOf TheAbyss haven’t been to London then? If you think violence has gone backwards you are mad

@lessandra602 3 жыл бұрын

the honesty about the self harm. absolutely incredible. so much respect for that.

@simonoakley1409 3 жыл бұрын

Imagine her taking you home & Lenny greets you at the door! 😆

@mikem1837 3 жыл бұрын

Bit hard when he's 6ft under

@ivor6168 3 жыл бұрын

It would be awkward if you was one of the guys or related to them who did lenny i guess , Cliff fields etc

@cunners1953 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I'd just say "lenny boy ya shoe laces are undone " and boooom knock him clean out !!

@whakaoriori9366 3 жыл бұрын

Greet him with the traditional Maori hongi & pukana

@mountaingoatsendurouk6439 3 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed that 👌🏻👌🏻

@Kev80ification 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic interview. Kelly is such a warrior, just like her Dad!

@karenlatimer7345 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant interview james , just so natural witty and real, straight from the heart well done kell 😘 xxxx

@outtour7518 3 жыл бұрын

James, getting Guy Ritchie on would be a top top guest!

@jamesbrennan2050 3 жыл бұрын

Great shout!

@ewanpatterson8415 3 жыл бұрын

Hi James this for me was great therapy just two people talking about many aspects of life. You have went from strength to strength in so many ways. I wish Kelly all the best I got alot from her too.

@BillyHayes79Music 3 жыл бұрын

Kelly really reminds me of growing up in the East end. My family were full of strong women like her. Proper Cockney, proper hard work, fiercly loyal decent people.

@kellymclean1824 3 жыл бұрын

Bless you 🙏

@TyroneEntertainingJoseph 11 ай бұрын

Big up east London born in towers hamlets raised in newham e3 e6

@Matty1994 3 жыл бұрын

Great interview again James, Kelly seems like a decent person - All the best to you for the future!

@karenthompson4259 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing strong woman absolutely loved this interview wish her and her family all the best ❤️ her dad is a absolute legend

@lorrainedowling1287 3 жыл бұрын

Well done james keep it up ,,love from Dublin Ireland 🙏❤☘cant wait for d documentary

@paulcheshire9681 3 жыл бұрын

Regards James, Totally refreshing insight into the life of Kelly. I loved Lenny as a bloke and respect his struggle in the era he lived. Personally it only enhanced my belief that to many of the good people in this world are taken before their time. I wish her all the best for the future and hope people appreciate her story. Regards Kelly all the best Paul ,👍💯🤓loving your accent babe.

@nigelscott1922 2 жыл бұрын

Just finishing the Guv’nor and will be reading Kelly’s book after. What a sobering insight into life. My wife has bi-polar and life isn’t easy sometimes, you are a rock and give me hope for the future. Thank you.

@grizzer30 3 жыл бұрын

Was a great great listen, thank you for sharing Kelly

@imreallydead.23 3 жыл бұрын

She’s very down to earth this was another good one lenny is a legend thanks for sharing your story Kelly

@casscassidy 3 жыл бұрын

Great interview with a lovely lady thanks James

@hammer6619 3 жыл бұрын

great great interview james iv'e read lenny's book the guvnor one of the best autobiographys just a brilliant book

@helensephton8572 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant podcast james keep up the good work james x

@janpalmer8283 3 ай бұрын

Hi kel..just want to say how much i enjoyed your podcast.so wonderfull honest,& your delivery is fantastic .i also wanted to say? I was a friend of your mums(val) when we was at school shorditch! And one day she said to me..come on we will go home for lunch? It was a house in hoxton,& as i walked in ther was a downs boy in ther, and id never seen one b4 lol..but im nearly 73 and it still sticks in my mind all these yrs afterwards...you might have come across me im jan palmer eastend singer 😂and by the way kel im a jack daniels girl aswell...so keep up the good work hun, i really enjoy the casts good luck hun..❤

@jordandodds7120 3 жыл бұрын

Another good one mate 👍

@tonyturner2799 3 жыл бұрын

Great interview James English and Kelly x

@JamesEnglish 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tony

@malterwitty5433 3 жыл бұрын

Good podcast , James is a natural as this . Good luck to you both

@thehomefront1905 3 жыл бұрын

Another great interview.

@martingallagher2795 3 жыл бұрын

Positive interview, really enjoyed it thanks 😁

@dannywilliams98 Жыл бұрын

What a great honest interview, I love hearing Kelly talk as reminds me of my parents and grandparents as they were old fashioned Londoners, I love it. True honest people real Londoners are. Hearing the words they use 😊 Rip both your parents ❤

@pigeonpecker7623 3 жыл бұрын

kelly 'its in my book' McLean lol

@TBat0431 3 жыл бұрын

Top actor Lenny, shame he didn’t find it earlier

@keithchegwin1222 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, he really could act to a high standard

@thislife3655 3 жыл бұрын

@@keithchegwin1222 He was good in The Knock; very plausible.

@ellertron 2 жыл бұрын

Well done mate. Thank you both.

@Jonathan-mk1ju 3 жыл бұрын

James is rocking the 11 hundred Scottish Clan look. Like it.

@patrickbermingham3196 3 жыл бұрын

Great podcast James can't wait for the next one mate 🇮🇪

@arthurmorgan7086 2 жыл бұрын

He’s a rat

@arthurstrainset7871 3 жыл бұрын

What a lovely lady Kelly is, could listen to her all day long x

@steveholland6982 3 жыл бұрын

What a strong lady a chip off the old block loved Lenny and Roys books Blessings from New Zealand.

@1111nozza 2 жыл бұрын

I've only just in the last week started watching this podcast and it's the first I've ever come across. All new to me podcasts, and I just wanted to say this video has just touched me and I think I've realised I may need to see someone, as i may have bipolar and I want it to stop. Thank you James

@Weird-City Жыл бұрын

What a lovely lady! You can tell within seconds that she has been raised by a warrior and a gentleman. Good on ya!

@johnregan326 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant stuff brilliant interview 🇬🇧👍.

@georgedavisisinnocent79 3 жыл бұрын

That brief moment when JE thought she was rocking Darren Gee's message 🤣🤣🤣

@Liam-us3cq 3 жыл бұрын

Great podcast , a lot of good content in there 👍

@JamesEnglish 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Liam

@deanlockett7424 3 жыл бұрын

Back with a bang 💥💥looking well my mate we need the Sam walker podcast mate can't wait for that 👍

@bengaughran1688 3 жыл бұрын

Fuck him he's a cardboard gangster

@abeljames4702 3 жыл бұрын

She comes across really well! Good luck to her 👍🏻

@thebarracudaak47 3 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love the podcasts James keep it up brother I suffer from psychosis depression anxiety and panic attacks it is hard im currently in the middle battling mental health

@mrkipling2201 2 жыл бұрын

I hope things get better for you soon. Stay safe .👍👍

@Jk-ns8mx 3 жыл бұрын

Great interview!! Kelly comes across like a really genuine lady that has had to be strong in order to deal with the shit life has thrown at her. We are all fragile no what we think or see. Good luck for the future Kelly I see nothing but happy times.🙏 PS…. Totally agree with the cold shower every morning, swear by it!!

@stormin300 3 жыл бұрын

You always has the best people James, fair play to her for being so honest, you've got to face your Demons. Lenny was a huge personality, RIP

@kevinblackandwhite8273 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your honesty my girl. Appreciate you telling your story.

@damonbervoets1435 3 жыл бұрын

Lenny's book is a very good read, highly recommend it!

@elishated8287 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing interview!

@JamesEnglish 3 жыл бұрын

👍🏼

@stevenspraggs4953 3 жыл бұрын

another good one thanks out of intrest what football club did he follow keep up the great work steve

@philiphallam463 3 жыл бұрын

Kelly your mum and dad are looking down on you and they are proud of you God Bless you

@terencerowland6452 2 жыл бұрын

Just watched the video hun, fantastic you are a lovely brave lady.

@arthurmorgan7086 2 жыл бұрын

How?

@stevewatson2026 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant lady so down to earth she’d be called ‘ top bird ‘ in my manor

@ronniekeight311 3 жыл бұрын

What an amazing woman Kelly is I wish her well in the future lovely lady.

@markyuksel 3 жыл бұрын

what an amazing lady, kept me glued to this all the way through

@daveynonose 2 жыл бұрын

Great to hear Kellys story, you the best podcaster out there and what a bonnie lass

@DoYouHaveAnOpinion 2 жыл бұрын

Great interview, awesome lady

@jamieb2327 3 жыл бұрын

Iv only previously listened to the boxing podcasts James has done, but this week been bingeing the gangsters pods aswel . What’s everyone’s favourites you can recommend ? Iv listened to Tony argent, Andrew Pritchard, sadiq mumtaz, Elliot Castro (unreal pod!) and Terry Ellis . Any recommendations greatly appreciated ! 👍🏻👍🏻

@jeffoliver7491 10 ай бұрын

There’s a big mistake here, at 7:02 the interviewer mentions “Lenny’s abusive stepdad Jimmy Spinks” and Kelly agrees that’s him. Jimmy Spinks was Lenny’s great uncle, a kind man, who Lenny’s mum called on when Lenny’s brother Raymond was severely beaten with a belt by the stepdad. Spinks, a well known local hardman, came round and beat Lenny’s stepdad half to death and said if ever he had to come round to protect the children again he would give the stepdad “a face like mine” - Spinks had scars all over his face from street fights throughout his life. Lenny’s stepdad was called Jim Irwin, an evil man who beat Lenny and his brother severely as children. I know all this as I’ve read Lenny’s autobiography ‘The Guvnor’ several times.

@81chilly 2 ай бұрын

I noticed that straight away

@TBat0431 3 жыл бұрын

See this being a good one, Lennys son is a good bloke as well

@stevejackson9281 3 жыл бұрын

Hi sis

@stevetango3981 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks james enjoyed that mt

@dingo1372 3 жыл бұрын

It just shows that you can turn your life around respect to this young lady

@paulbanks2832 2 жыл бұрын

Warren is a shyster who rips off fighters

@seanmartin699 Жыл бұрын

Good interview this is 👍

@daveradford6162 3 жыл бұрын

Great interview 👌👌👌

@tko2218 Жыл бұрын

Great Interview..❤️🤙

@paulo-bd8so 3 жыл бұрын

Kelly seems like a lovely woman good luck to her for her future

@phdoodle5 3 жыл бұрын

Never thought I’d hear from any of the other family CoZ afew refused to talk on his sons documentry,theguv’nor’ ... your doing amazing James.✌️

@davidsheridan5286 3 жыл бұрын

Does anyone know if Kelly’s got a book out ? 👀😜😁

@arthurgoat1184 3 жыл бұрын

She has actually lol

@pmacc3557 3 жыл бұрын

not sure...id have to re-listen to the first 1 minute segment..

@skinheadjon901 3 жыл бұрын

Many years ago I was decorating brothels behind Kings Cross with my estranged dad & had left my keys in my van - Kelly (she was in her hard drugs phase at the time) walked passed & let me know & we had a long chat about her dad as I knew him from being head bouncer at The Astoria. 🤩👍

@abeljames4702 3 жыл бұрын

I though she said she didn’t take drugs?

@skinheadjon901 3 жыл бұрын

@@abeljames4702 I'm not talking about now, I'm talking about over 20 years ago. I'm talking about the relative that he disowned who was a skaghead that burgled him & took his wife's jewelry so may not have been Kelly but Lenny briefly mentioned who I am talking about in his book The Guvnor.

@TommyTimebomb100 3 жыл бұрын

I worked the Astoria for a number of years with a well established firm at the time (Topguard Security). Lenny was head bouncer down the road at the Hippodrome so I think you may have your wires crossed. Maybe he went on to become the Astoria security as my boss and a few other collogues went on to become Oasis secutrity/bodygaurds so had other interests. My mate Johnny Waldron beat Lenny twice and although I have never heard this disputed it is also has never really been acknowledged. Unfortunately John has alzheimers now and I have not seen him for a number of years. I would love to of got him on James's show. Dennis Andries damaged his eye and John had his licence revoked for health reasons so took up the unlicensed side. Getting back to Lenny, Richie Anderson was a good pal and associate and provided support when it looked like there was going to be some sort of off when he did the famous Shaw fight. As for Barry Dalton the man was rocking the boat big time and had it coming from one direction or another eventually.

@BAKEDPOTATOLARDYASS 3 жыл бұрын

@@skinheadjon901 shut up fool

@JONSLOCKPICKING 3 жыл бұрын

His accent what I can remember. It sounded great.

@garygreen5170 3 жыл бұрын

I remember reading lennys book and there was a picture of him holding her when she was only a toddler.

@G.E.MTFC_ 3 жыл бұрын

@markwilliams4274 3 жыл бұрын

Nice story that thank you so much for sharing.

@henrysmith883 3 жыл бұрын

Great interview. Really nice woman.

@nothingbutthetruth2145 3 жыл бұрын

James you did it again. Thanks sooo much. I love all your guests.but the women inparticular. What a lovely lady , great to hear her story. I also work with kids with behaviour issues. A challenging job, but cant help taking them under my wing. Im all for the under dog

@davidtemple6147 3 жыл бұрын

top of the tree lenny, much respect and all the very best to you and your family kelly

@waynebrandrick6797 3 жыл бұрын

I can relate to a lot of what Kelly says here...I grew up in a kids home run by Barnardo's...I was abused...I have self harmed tried & to kill my self on more than one occasion...still living with suicide thoughts.... I have to say what a wonderful woman... so open & honest with such strength of character...it's very obvious where she gets that from...I really want to thank her because she has given me hope....I have watched this video for the 4th time now...your Mum & your Dad would be so proud of you...I have the upmost respect for you Kelly...Best Wishes...big love to you & your family... tc sweet...bless ya xxx :)

@djharto4917 Жыл бұрын

I hope your still punching mate

@daveguile1891 3 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed the video, great lady, very strong

@johnfarnham2071 3 жыл бұрын

Wow what a down to earth lady.

@jahblessed1139 3 жыл бұрын

Best book ever👊🏻GUVNER👊🏻 Tru inspiration💔 top guy

@alienware1713 3 жыл бұрын

I've just ordered a copy.

@jahblessed1139 3 жыл бұрын

Bro what I life that guy lived you defo won’t be let down I’m just gutted there’s only one book👊🏻😉

@BAKEDPOTATOLARDYASS 3 жыл бұрын

It’s pure bullshit only an idiot would think it’s true

@alanhyper9266 3 жыл бұрын

I met Lennie a few times over the years, he was a very nice guy...very polite and gentle. But man, he had some presence.

@clk1564 3 жыл бұрын

No you didn't

@alanhyper9266 3 жыл бұрын

@@clk1564 lmao, ok.

@Bonnyladdadventures 2 жыл бұрын

Legend has it shes got a book out .lol

@paulatkins7278 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant podcast kelly, would loved to have met your dad, sounds like a proper bloke 👍

@melseymizouri4792 3 жыл бұрын

Love your podcasts James . Only been watching them about a month. You are a top interviewer.

@powerpunch2 3 жыл бұрын

when she said lenny was all natural and lifted heaviest weight in the uk i switched off

@johnniethepom2905 3 жыл бұрын

Same

@mrbabajidee3133 2 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣 yup, next

@paulbanks2832 2 жыл бұрын

I thought Brian Cockerill did that?

@paigewatsonx1512 3 жыл бұрын

Jimmy Irwin was Lennys step father, Jimmy Spinks was Lennys uncle!

@magic1968 3 жыл бұрын

Correct I think she's a bit nervous at the beginning 👍

@paigewatsonx1512 3 жыл бұрын

@@magic1968 Yes, you're dead right.

@kellymclean1824 3 жыл бұрын

I know I made a few mistakes lol xx

@paigewatsonx1512 3 жыл бұрын

@@kellymclean1824 Dying to read your book Kelly, love from Dublin ❤ xx

@magic1968 3 жыл бұрын

@@kellymclean1824 you did your Dad proud I'm sure. Good luck Kelly I'll look forward to reading your book in the near future. 👍♥️

@yvonnekathleenduncan3442 3 жыл бұрын

Just caught end of this sounds like a really strong woman will watch rest later but well done on her for surviving all I heard xxxxx

@thislife3655 3 жыл бұрын

If you press the triangle button on the left of your screen, it should take the video back to the start for you 👍🏻.

@yvonnekathleenduncan3442 3 жыл бұрын

@@thislife3655 thanks x

@chuckmac3994 3 жыл бұрын

Really Interesting interview James, well done mate.

@the_trooper_72 Жыл бұрын

Great podcast,. Thank you for being open about the Bi Polar Kelly,. It was when you mentioned the Cyclothymia I can relate to this,. Not saying that is what I have but exactly how you explained it is how I am...x

@sirhenry6352 3 жыл бұрын

Niice 2 hear about a set old school Legend Spoke about in True n From A Good Open Talkiing Women .. Keep Strong Beautiiful 🗣💯☯️⭐️☀️🔐

@elliottd770 3 жыл бұрын

I used to see Lenny jogging over Victoria park when I was kid as you could imagine we were all over him.! He was always a gentleman.! RIP THE GUVNOR.!

@duncannok 3 жыл бұрын

Lenny was a gentleman provided you didn't take the piss. He had such a presence and on the door he was the Guv'nor. I remember him on the door at Cairo Jacks in the Westend he was a big old unit.

@michaelharrison3602 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah go to any popular pub or club on the weekend you're always going to have have some people causing trouble so you need people like Lenny who are a bit scary and intimidating after all they're not going to behave because some polite bloke with a lanyard tells you that your behaviour is unacceptable

@sp-files82 3 жыл бұрын

Guys like Lenny and Roy were just a different breed of British men. That breed is no longer here anymore. That’s why I believe there’s such interest in them despite all the years that’s passed.

@winstrolchurchill821 3 жыл бұрын

Yep and really pleased there’s not people like it around anymore no one likes a bully.

@johncarroll772 Жыл бұрын

John Waldron beat him twice a more admirable man.

@debbielittler8227 2 жыл бұрын

Just wondering how you got the diagnosis of bipolar pls as I have same symptoms and can’t seem to get the help ❤️❤️

@rocky3268 3 жыл бұрын

Loving ❤Mrs McCleans t-$hirt, just as I'm typing she Brings it up, YA dad was a Monster, in a Good way 😂💯✌🏼

@jakeluna1888 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent podcast James.

@pm7585 3 жыл бұрын

Didn’t know what to expect from this but I’m glad I watched it. Her own story is interesting it’s not all about her dad.

@helensephton8572 3 жыл бұрын

Can't wait for this james x

@alienware1713 3 жыл бұрын

What a lovely Lady.

@-chris1965 3 жыл бұрын

Thats in her book

@alienware1713 3 жыл бұрын

@@-chris1965 What is?

@stevesayers6596 3 жыл бұрын

@@alienware1713 everything

@mg6844 3 жыл бұрын

What a lovely lady👍

@31dde 3 жыл бұрын

The guvnor one of the best books I’ve read

@brendancronin3796 3 жыл бұрын

I agree ...it made me sad and it made me fucking laugh out loud

@markbrady8486 3 жыл бұрын

I have the book next to the toilet and read a page or 2 most days. When I finish it I start again 😂

@BAKEDPOTATOLARDYASS 3 жыл бұрын

It’s pure bullshit for mugs

@brendancronin3796 3 жыл бұрын

@ac8 ..so because we pay respect to our father's that makes us bible rejecting atheists....your on the wrong channel ...but your right ..I am an atheist..not because of the size of my father's hands ...because I don't live my life based upon a fairy tale ...don't put your insecurities on to others ...if you need an archaic book to guide you then that's fine ..but don't push your shite onto others ....you sound like a crank ...