Thieves In Law: The Shadow Aristocracy Of The Soviet Underworld

Born in the brutal prisons of the Soviet Union, the Thieves in Law (Vory v Zakone) weren’t just criminals—they were a shadow aristocracy bound by strict codes, ruthless loyalty, and total defiance of the state. In this episode, we dive into the origins of the Thieves in Law, their unforgiving rules, prison hierarchies, infamous wars, and how a secret brotherhood of inmates evolved into one of the most powerful criminal networks in the post-Soviet world. From Gulag barracks to global influence, this is the story of crime without compromise.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mobstercastchronicles--6052763/support.