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Many of us have become addicted to podcasts and the last couple of years has seen a number of new offerings in the criminal justice sector. All of the podcasts listed below have been recommended by readers. Most of them are focused on the UK, but I couldn’t deny you the pleasure of Ear Hustle and Uncuffed if you haven’t come across them yourself.
I hope you enjoy listening and I’m happy to update the list with your recommendations. Just Send me an email.
Catch22 Minutes
Catch22Minutes of Justice delves into some of today’s major social challenges., speaking to frontline experts, industry leaders and young people, in pursuit of ideas for reforming public services.
The Secret Life of Prisons
Prisoners are deeply concerned about the lack of balanced and accurate representation in the media about the reality of prison life.
Future Prison
A series of extraordinary conversations between people who have been in prison and senior staff from HMPPS
Justice Disrupted
Community Justice Scotland is pleased to introduce a new, visionary podcast: ‘Justice, Disrupted’ – Hosted by BBC writer, performer and social activist Byron Vincent.
Justice Focus
A Criminology podcast focused on bringing together practitioners & academics to chat about exciting people & projects in Criminal Justice.
Law in Action
Joshua Rozenberg presents Radio 4's long-running legal magazine programme, featuring reports and discussion on matters relating to law.
Lived Experience
The Lived Experiences Series hosted via Turnaround Project communicates the stories that connect us all. Are you ready to meet the leaders and activists driving change in the social justice system?
The Lockdown Pod
The Lockdown is a show all about prisons and the criminal justice system in Britain.
More Than My Past
More Than My Past is presented by film star Jason Flemyng who talks to people who have managed to overcome addiction or offending.
Prison Bag
In 2016 a filmmaker was jailed for 9 years. This is a family story from behind the scenes
Rehabilitating Probation
The Rehabilitating Probation project is exploring the impact of years of structural reforms, including part-privatisation and its reversal, on probation in England and Wales.
The Tartan Con
Rants on Society, Rants on The Criminal Justice System, just plain good old fashioned Rants.
Transform Justice
The Transform Justice podcast throws light on the hidden corners of the criminal justice system. Each episode, we focus on one aspect of the justice system and ask if it’s fair and what can be done to make it better.
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