Byron Vincent

Justice, Disrupted

Society EN ↓ 10 episodes

Calling all visionaries, reformers and people who want to make change happen. In the UK and internationally, the scales of justice are far from balanced. More often, those involved with the justice system have landed there because of societal imbalances: a lack of access to basic human needs such as homes, healthcare and education. So, what can we do about it? Please note that views expressed by the guests on the ‘Justice, Disrupted’ podcast are personal to them and are not endorsed by Community Justice Scotland (CJS); either as a non-departmental public body, nor of the employed staff at CJS....

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Byron Vincent

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Panel discussion and audience Q&A – In the age of AI, can justice be smarter? 27.10.2025 51:57

National Event 2025 Special At ‘In the Age of AI, can justice be smarter?’ expert speakers: Claire Feasey, Harmeet Sandhu, Dr Susie Alegre and Shami Chakrabarti gave an overview of the potential contained within AI for improving efficiency and driving change, whilst keeping a clear-eyed view on the rights and well-being of individuals. The talks were followed by an audience Q&A. In this episod...

Karyn McCluskey and Claire Feasey – In the age of AI, can justice be smarter? 23.10.2025 38:44

Harmeet Sandhu, Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service – In the age of AI, can justice be smarter? 23.10.2025 16:38

Shami Chakrabarti and Dr Susie Alegre in conversation – In the age of AI, can justice be smarter? 23.10.2025 34:44

Kit de Waal 03.05.2022 1:02:29

In this episode Byron speaks to writer and former magistrate, Kit de Waal. They talk about how Kit's upbringing influenced her choices; her experience of working within the justice system and why compassion is always the answer. In each episode of 'Justice, Disrupted' Byron Vincent will be speaking to people from varied walks of life; some may have come into direct contact with the...

Chris Daw QC 25.01.2022 59:47

In this episode Byron speaks to Chris Daw QC: Lawyer, legal commentator and author of 'Justice on Trial'. Together they discuss radical overhauls needed within the UK justice system to create a fairer society; including a new approach to drug offences and the decriminalisation of children. In each episode of 'Justice, Disrupted' Byron Vincent will be speaking to people from v...

Reverend Richard Coles 30.11.2021 50:06

In this episode Byron speaks to Reverend Richard Coles . In addition to Richard's position in the clergy, he is an author, radio presenter and former member of popular '80s duo – The Communards. Together they reflect on how religion ties in with concepts of justice; time spent with people in the justice system and the loss of Richard's beloved husband to addiction. In each episode o...

Aidan Martin 27.10.2021 47:05

In this episode Byron speaks to Aidan Martin, author of best-selling memoir Euphoric Recall . They talk about Aidan's difficult upbringing in West Lothian; his addictions from early in life and how creativity helped fuel his recovery. In each episode of 'Justice, Disrupted' Byron Vincent will be speaking to people from varied walks of life; some may have come into direct contact wi...

David Martindale 16.09.2021 52:30

In this episode Byron speaks to Livingston FC First-Team Manager, David Martindale. They talk about growing up in social housing; moments of transition as young people and of course, how football has influenced David's life. In each episode of 'Justice, Disrupted' Byron Vincent will be speaking to people from varied walks of life; some may have come into direct contact with the jus...

Gina Miller 28.07.2021 51:41

In this episode Byron speaks to Campaigner and Co-founder of SCM Direct, Gina Miller. They talk about a radical reframing of the justice system and reflect on campaigning for a better country for all of us. In each episode of 'Justice, Disrupted' Byron Vincent will be speaking to people from varied walks of life; some may have come into direct contact with the justice system, others may...