Podcast appearances and mentions of Sam Gyimah

Keywords Independent Monitoring Board, prison reform, criminology, Faith Spear, criminal justice, prison advocacy, emotional toll, monitoring prisons, recommendations, prison conditions Summary In this conversation, Faith Spear, a criminologist and former chair of the Independent Monitoring Board (IMB), shares her experiences and insights into the role of the IMB in monitoring prisons. She discusses the challenges faced by IMB members, the emotional toll of the work, and the need for reform within the prison system. Faith reflects on her journey to the IMB, the expectations versus reality of the role, and the impact of her whistleblowing article that led to her suspension. Despite the challenges, she remains passionate about prison reform and continues to advocate for change. takeaways The IMB is a statutory body that monitors prisons. Members of the IMB have 24/7 access to prisons but face challenges in independence. Faith's background in the voluntary sector influenced her path to the IMB. Expectations of the IMB role can differ significantly from reality. The IMB is funded by the Ministry of Justice, affecting its perceived independence. Building trust with prisoners is a significant challenge for IMB members. The emotional toll of working in prisons can be substantial. Support and camaraderie among IMB members can be lacking. Faith's whistleblowing article raised important issues but led to her suspension. Faith continues to advocate for prison reform through her blog and public speaking.     Faith Spear FRSA is a prison reform advocate best known for her integrity and as staunch critic of this country's prison system. Until January 2017, Faith served as Chair of the Independent Monitoring Board (IMB) at HMP/YOI Hollesley Bay. She authored a groundbreaking article published in The Prisons Handbook 2016 speaking out against wrongdoings, injustice, and unfairness in prisons and highlighted issues such as the deficiency in purposeful activity, poor prison conditions and lack of independent prison monitoring. As a result, Faith was controversially suspended from her role by the Prisons Minister, Andrew Selous MP, bullied and ostracised by her local IMB board and unsupported by the IMB Secretariat, faced two investigations and a disciplinary hearing at Ministry of Justice HQ. Dismissed from her role in January 2017 by the second Prisons Minister, Sam Gyimah and banned from the IMB for 5 years. Undeterred, Faith has developed a reputation for her courageous and outspoken stance on prison-related issues. Known for challenging the status quo and addressing systemic failures within the prison system. Her work has earned her respect among her peers and recognition as a leading voice in the ongoing efforts to reform the UK's prisons. Topics of Faith's blogs have proven consistently correct, evidenced by the crisis in our prisons, unprecedented overcrowding, critical understaffing, places of violence and devoid of any meaningful rehabilitative outcomes.   Follow Faith on X/Twitter: @fmspear Bluesky: @faithspear.bsky.social LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/faith-spear-frsa-818a53149/ Blog: www.thecriminaljusticeblog.com

Keywords Independent Monitoring Board, prison reform, criminology, Faith Spear, criminal justice, prison advocacy, emotional toll, monitoring prisons, recommendations, prison conditions Summary In this conversation, Faith Spear, a criminologist and former chair of the Independent Monitoring Board (IMB), shares her experiences and insights into the role of the IMB in monitoring prisons. She discusses the challenges faced by IMB members, the emotional toll of the work, and the need for reform within the prison system. Faith reflects on her journey to the IMB, the expectations versus reality of the role, and the impact of her whistleblowing article that led to her suspension. Despite the challenges, she remains passionate about prison reform and continues to advocate for change. takeaways The IMB is a statutory body that monitors prisons. Members of the IMB have 24/7 access to prisons but face challenges in independence. Faith's background in the voluntary sector influenced her path to the IMB. Expectations of the IMB role can differ significantly from reality. The IMB is funded by the Ministry of Justice, affecting its perceived independence. Building trust with prisoners is a significant challenge for IMB members. The emotional toll of working in prisons can be substantial. Support and camaraderie among IMB members can be lacking. Faith's whistleblowing article raised important issues but led to her suspension. Faith continues to advocate for prison reform through her blog and public speaking.     Faith Spear FRSA is a prison reform advocate best known for her integrity and as staunch critic of this country's prison system. Until January 2017, Faith served as Chair of the Independent Monitoring Board (IMB) at HMP/YOI Hollesley Bay. She authored a groundbreaking article published in The Prisons Handbook 2016 speaking out against wrongdoings, injustice, and unfairness in prisons and highlighted issues such as the deficiency in purposeful activity, poor prison conditions and lack of independent prison monitoring. As a result, Faith was controversially suspended from her role by the Prisons Minister, Andrew Selous MP, bullied and ostracised by her local IMB board and unsupported by the IMB Secretariat, faced two investigations and a disciplinary hearing at Ministry of Justice HQ. Dismissed from her role in January 2017 by the second Prisons Minister, Sam Gyimah and banned from the IMB for 5 years. Undeterred, Faith has developed a reputation for her courageous and outspoken stance on prison-related issues. Known for challenging the status quo and addressing systemic failures within the prison system. Her work has earned her respect among her peers and recognition as a leading voice in the ongoing efforts to reform the UK's prisons. Topics of Faith's blogs have proven consistently correct, evidenced by the crisis in our prisons, unprecedented overcrowding, critical understaffing, places of violence and devoid of any meaningful rehabilitative outcomes.   Follow Faith on X/Twitter: @fmspear Bluesky: @faithspear.bsky.social LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/faith-spear-frsa-818a53149/ Blog: www.thecriminaljusticeblog.com

In episode 5 Andrew talks to Sam Gyimah, former UK government minister and now non-executive director at Goldman Sachs, about the role of finance in serving and transforming society. With a background in investment banking and politics – Sam is a former Conservative universities and science minister - he understands how to bring these worlds together to create real change. Sam is also a leader led by his values. In 2018 he was one of only 21 Tory rebels who voted against a no-deal Brexit. It was a stand that ultimately cost him his political career. Now back at Goldman Sachs, where he started out in corporate finance, the firm says he brings “a diversity of perspective” on innovation, ESG, and impact investing. “Business has no choice but to find solutions,” he says. Featuring: Dr Andrew White, Senior Fellow of Management Practice, Saïd Business School, University of Oxford. Sam Gyimah (@SamGyimah), Board Director, Goldman Sachs International; Oxford University Innovation. https://www.sbs.ox.ac.uk/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sam Gyimah, former minister for universities in Theresa May's government, asks if Britain's universities can survive the crisis they now face. Many are calling the immense challenge that Britain's universities now face an existential crisis. With access to leaders of universities from the most traditional to the most modern, Sam Gyimah explores whether the business and education models for Brtain's higher education sector are fit for purpose. The Covid pandemic is significant but when that crisis comes together with the major issues that Britain's universities already face over their funding, it's clear that the coming academic year will be like no other in living memory. Universities in Crisis examines the changes now challenging students, teachers, researchers and all those connected to higher education. Producer: Jonathan Brunert

I have always found the world of politics intriguing, so I was especially excited when Sam Gyimah, the Former UK Minister for Science, Technology, Universities, and Innovation, agreed to be on the 40 Minute Mentor. Sam was born in the UK but raised in Ghana before returning to study PPE at Oxford University, where he was elected the first Black British President of the Oxford Union Society - one of the world’s most prestigious debating societies. After starting out in investment banking at Goldman Sachs, Sam successfully transitioned into entrepreneurship, working in both Fintech and then a Logistic Training business which he scaled to £10m turnover and 70 staff in a 4 year period. His endeavours saw him voted the CBI Entrepreneur of the Future in 2005. Following his entrepreneurial success, he was appointed as the Parliamentary Private Secretary to the Prime Minister at the time, David Cameron, which was the start of an impressive and high profile political career. In today’s conversation, Sam shares a wealth of valuable insights from his incredible journey from a comprehensive school education to Number 10 Downing Street. During our fascinating chat we discuss: • How Sam’s experience at Oxford University set him on the path for a career in business and politics, despite initially being attracted to a career in law • What you need to know about working for a high-profile person and how to overcome the challenges of being in the public eye • Why working in politics is like being in a constant asteroid shower and the core skills you need to develop to survive and thrive in that kind of environment • Plus we also touch upon his take on how his former colleagues are coping with the Covid-19 pandemic. Sam was a great guest - open and honest, he shared some fascinating insights into the inner workings of parliament and what a career in government really entails. So whether you’re plotting to enter the world of politics yourself, or simply want to know how Sam came to be known as one of the most influential people in the country, I’m sure you’ll gain a lot of insights from hearing his story. I’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode, so please do get in touch at james@jbmc.co.uk If you want to find out more about Sam, check out his LinkedIn profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-gyimah/?originalSubdomain=uk.

The Liberal Democrats launch their General Election manifesto. Plus LBC's Election Call with Sam Gyimah

As Election 2019 gets more intense and even more unpleasant, Phillip Lee and Sam Gyimah head into West London for a drink with a true heavyweight of the Lib Dems – Sir Vince Cable, former leader of the party, Secretary of State for Business, outgoing Twickenham MP and light-footed ballroom dancing legend. What wisdom can he impart to these two new Lib Dem candidates? Plus: Who’s having the worst General Election campaign so far: the Conservatives or Labour? Have the Lib Dems finally shaken off the burden of the Coalition? Just how volatile is the electorate? And is Boris Johnson the election winner that the Conservatives think he is?“People can see Johnson is a rogue,” says Vince. “Once people see they’re being offered two fairly unattractive options, I think they’ll turn to us in numbers.” Special thanks to the wonderful staff of The Prince in West Brompton for looking after us. Splendid drinks and excellent street food on the doorstep of the constituency Sam hopes to win in December (we recommend the rosemary fries from onsite burger vendor Patty & Bun). Audio production by Alex Rees. Producer: Andrew Harrison. Theme music: ‘The Wind-Up’ by Brian Lipps, under licence from premiumbeat.com. ON THE HOUSE is a Podmasters production. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It’s a one-to-one pint after Parliament this week. Mike Galsworthy – Final Say vote champion, founder of Scientists For EU and rock star of Remain – joins Phillip Lee for a drink, a political head-to-head on what a Brexit election means for the NHS and science policy… and the obligatory ton of dry-roast peanuts. This week: The car-crash of Conservative Campaign Week One. How Brexit really could put Britain at the back of the queue for vital new drug launches – and cost us an extra £10bn. Will the country buy a spending splurge from the main parties or the Lib Dems’ Remain bonus? And how the single rudest MP that Phillip ever encountered is now his election opponent in Wokingham: the hard Brexiter John Redwood. “People who are hard up and resentful of the world around them, often rightly so, they care about who has their back,” says Mike. “Nurses, doctors, the police… these people have their back. We need to convince people that science has their back.”Hold tight, regular listeners. Sam Gyimah will be back next week. Audio production by Alex Rees. Producer: Andrew Harrison. Theme music: ‘The Wind-Up’ by Brian Lipps, under licence from premiumbeat.com. ON THE HOUSE is a Podmasters production. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

With James Forsyth and Katy Balls, presented by Fraser Nelson. Join Fraser, James, Katy, Liam Halligan and Sam Gyimah for Coffee House Live at the Emmanuel Centre in Westminster on 12 November. Visit spectator.co.uk/liveshots for details.

With James Forsyth and Katy Balls, presented by Fraser Nelson. Join Fraser, James, Katy, Liam Halligan and Sam Gyimah for Coffee House Live at the Emmanuel Centre in Westminster on 12 November. Visit http://spectator.co.uk/liveshots for details. Coffee House Shots is a series of podcasts on British politics from the Spectator's political team and special guests. Brought to you daily, click here (https://audioboom.com/dashboard/4905581) to find more episodes that are not released on Spectator Radio.

Need a bit more Dunt for your Friday? Britain’s sweariest pundit is the special guest on this week’s edition of our companion podcast On The House, where Lib Dem MPs and Tory escapees Sam Gyimah and Phillip Lee convene over a pint to try and work out what the hell has gone on in their workplace this time.Here’s a tiny excerpt. You can listen to the full rare Dunt away fixture on… Apple Podcasts  Spotify  Acast  Have a listen to get Ian’s take on this week’s razor’s edge votes in the Commons… the allegiances and self-deceptions that will shape the next phase of the Brexit saga… why Macron is playing bad domestic politics at home in France as well as having a terrible Brexit… plus Sam and Phillip’s insider tales of exactly what goes down in the House when it’s crisis time like it is now. And if you listen to the end you’ll hear Ian trying to turn two Members of Parliament on to reading comics. We record in the Feathers pub in Westminster so expect an atmosphere of crowd and urgency. On The House comes out every Friday and you can subscribe on your favourite podcast app. We hope you enjoy it.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Edward Stourton presents political debate from High Storrs School in Sheffield.

Joining Iain Dale on Cross Question this week are Sam Gyimah, Liberal Democrat MP for East Surrey, Former Conservative Universities Minister, Mark Francois, Conservative MP for Rayleigh and Wickford, Deputy Chairman of the ERG, Miatta Fahnbulleh, Chief Executive New Economics Foundation and Mark Fox, Chief Executive of the Business Services Association.

The pint after Parliament podcast returns with special guest WILL HUTTON – Observer columnist, Principal of Hertford College at Oxford and tribune of Keynesianism – joining MPs Phillip Lee and Sam Gyimah to gaze in amazement at the latest week in politics. Is there anyone around who believes that Boris Johnson’s arcane buffer zone scheme isn’t just a fake solution designed to be rejected by the EU? Are the EU just being polite with Britain – and for how long? Will Parliament even get to vote on Johnson’s one-sided “deal”? And if Johnson isn’t really the Pep Guardiola of politics, then which footballer is he?Plus, Will talks some serious systemic economics with our regulars. Are we on the brink of the actual, for-real reset in Capitalism that we’ve been told was coming for years? What’s gone wrong with the Officer Class and why has Britain become so awful at producing decent leaders? Is there anything left of Toryism in the free-spending modern Conservative Party? Who is Will “certain” will win the 2020 US Presidential Election? Plus, hear Sam and Phillip blush as Will praises their courage for sticking to their principles.“Be in no doubt, Johnson knows this idea might bring the DUP and the Europhobes behind him – but it can’t be accepted by Ireland or the European Union. We’re down to the blame game.”Audio production by Alex Rees. Produced by Andrew Harrison. ON THE HOUSE is a Podmasters production. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tim Bale talks about Sam Gyimah's defection from the Conservatives to the Liberal Democrats as a result of Brexit, and Jo Swinson's proposal to make revoking Article 50 part of the Liberal Democrat party policy.

Isabel Hardman presents the highlights from the Sunday shows. Today's podcast features Steve Barclay, Sam Gyimah, Harriet Harman, Jo Swinson and Priti Patel. Produced by Matthew Taylor. 

ON THE HOUSE, the candid pint-after-Parliament podcast with MPs Sam Gyimah and Phillip Lee, returns for a full series — and we’ve certainly picked the right week for it. Phillip crossed the floor to join the Lib Dem right in the middle of Boris Johnson’s first PMQs. Sam lost the Tory whip after rebelling over No Deal. And so did special guest GUTO BEBB, Aberconwy MP and fellow member of the 21 rebels.What WILL they talk about? Take your pick from open civil war in the Tory party, constitutional chaos, the election that maybe can’t be, and the future of conservatism in a radicalised party. Listen in for a frontline perspective on a pivotal moment in British history. And don’t forget to subscribe to ON THE HOUSE.Audio production by Alex Rees. Produced by Andrew Harrison and Martin Bojtos. ON THE HOUSE is a Podmasters production. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Brexit Party leader tells Christopher Hope how his candidates could be Boris Johnson’s saving grace and why ‘no-deal’ is the only way forward — plus he reveals what President Trump had to say about the new Prime Minister on his most recent visit to the US. Also on the show: former Universities Minister, Sam Gyimah on why proroguing Parliament means taking a wrecking ball to democracy, CEO of the pro-Remain Best for Britain campaign group, Naomi Smith on why the Queen should be left out of matters of politics, and The Telegraph’s new Whitehall Editor, Owen Bennett makes his podcast debut. Come and see a live recording of Chopper’s Brexit Podcast in London on Saturday 5th October: https://www.podcastlive.com Sign up to The Telegraph’s free twice-daily WhatsApp audio briefings: http://bit.ly/2XJU05f Email: choppersbrexitpodcast@telegraph.co.uk Twitter: @brexitbroadcast

We discuss the Tory Party Leadership Contest and the ongoing political journeys of Chuka Umunna and Sam Gyimah. We reflect on our recent Leavers of Croydon Drinks, our upcoming Taxpayers' Alliance Street Stall and Croydon Council's ongoing war against the motorist.Get in touch:Twitter: @CroydonConst Email: croydonconstitutionalists@gmail.comFacebook: facebook/CroydonConstitutionalistshttp://croydonconstitutionalists.uk/

Sam Gyimah is the 13th Conservative MP to announce a run for his party's leadership. He tells Niall why he's running. Plus Justice Secretary David Gauke explains who he is backing for leader, and Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has some choice words for Donald Trump.

Isabel Hardman takes you through the highlights from Sunday's political interviews. Today's podcast features Andrea Leadsom, Sajid Javid, Sam Gyimah, Sadiq Khan, Woody Johnson and Ann Widdecombe. Produced by Matthew Taylor.

In this Conservative Party leadership special, Matt is joined by David Cameron's former PPS, Sam Gyimah and the man who's made all the running in the Conservative leadership election so far, Rory Stewart. Two compelling interviews, for very different reasons, make this a Political Party like no other. Plus, does Matt have a major scoop on his hands? You can follow Sam on Twitter here: @SamGyimah You can follow Rory on Twitter here: @RoryStewartUK You can follow Matt on Twitter here: @mattforde Matt's Edinburgh show 'Brexit, Pursued By A Bear' is now on sale here: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/matt-forde-brexit-pursued-by-a-bear Email the show: politicalpartypodcast@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cindy Yu takes you through the highlights from Sunday's political interviews. Today's featured guests include Jacob Rees-Mogg, Shami Chakrabarti, Rebecca Long-Bailey, Sam Gyimah and Andrea Leadsom. This podcast was produced by Matthew Taylor.

It has been yet another crazy week in the Brexit saga, with May and the EU negotiating an extension. And with a possible third meaningful vote in the horizon, what happens now? And who is to blame for the uncertainty - May, or parliament? (00:47) Plus, with the majority of doctors in the NHS now coming from abroad, why are we not training enough doctors in the UK? (16:00) And last, we take a look inside of the world of The Archers’ superfans. (33:00)  With Katy Balls, James Forsyth, Sam Gyimah, Saffron Cordery, J. Meirion Thomas and Nicola Headlam.  Presented by Lara Prendergast.  Produced by Cindy Yu and Siva Thangarajah.

It has been yet another crazy week in the Brexit saga, with May and the EU negotiating an extension. And with a possible third meaningful vote in the horizon, what happens now? And who is to blame for the uncertainty - May, or parliament? (00:37) Plus, with the majority of doctors in the NHS now coming from abroad, why are we not training enough doctors in the UK? (15:50) And we also take a look inside of the world of The Archers' superfans. (32:50)  With Katy Balls, James Forsyth, Sam Gyimah, Saffron Cordery, J. Meirion Thomas and Nicola Headlam.  Presented by Lara Prendergast.  Produced by Siva Thangarajah and Cindy Yu.  

With just days to go till the meaningful vote, the government looks set to lose it by a humiliating margin. What next for Theresa May? We ask one of the MPs opposing her deal – former universities minister, Sam Gyimah (00:50). And over on the continent, France buckles down for another weekend of riots from the gilet jaunes – can Macron give them what they want (19:05)? And last, has Britain become a country of show-offs (28:35)? With James Forsyth, Sam Gyimah, Gavin Mortimer, Sophie Pedder, Harry Mount, and Cosmo Landesman. Presented by Lara Prendergast. Produced by Cindy Yu and Alastair Thomas.

With just days to go till the meaningful vote, the government looks set to lose it by a humiliating margin. What next for Theresa May? We ask one of the MPs opposing her deal – former universities minister, Sam Gyimah (00:45). And over on the continent, France buckles down for another weekend of riots from the gilet jaunes – can Macron give them what they want (19:00)? And last, has Britain become a country of show-offs (28:30)? With James Forsyth, Sam Gyimah, Gavin Mortimer, Sophie Pedder, Harry Mount, and Cosmo Landesman. Presented by Lara Prendergast. Produced by Cindy Yu and Alastair Thomas.

On this week's New Statesman podcast, Stephen and Helen are talking about how Sam Gyimah's resignation as the government's Universities Minister is a huge, and surprising, blow for the Prime Minister. In You Ask Us they tackle the thorny issues surrounding the resignation of Labour's Kate Osamor.If you are a New Statesman digital subscriber you can get advert free access to this podcast by visiting newstatesman.com/nssubscribers. If you haven't signed up yet, visit newstatesman.com/subscribe to purchase your subscription.Send us your questions for future episodes via Twitter @ns_podcasts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The full recording of Sam Gyimah in conversation - live at Wonkfest18.

In this episode, I feature examples of state intervention, especially within the education system. Parents are being told their kids have to sit SATs exams even if their kids are sick and need a first aider close by when taking the exam and kids in one primary school are being punished for not bringing in dinner money and being offered only bread, water and fruit to eat. Kids are starting school without a decent grasp of vocabulary and poor reading and writing skills that was not evident in previous generations. I talk about what could be responsible for this. In University, there are increasing and regular attempts to block freedom of speech. University minister Sam Gyimah has recently announced new guidance that will ban universities from banning speakers students find controversial or 'triggering'. This is great news. I talk in more detail about my claim in episode 13 that political correctness is the *ultimate discrimination*. Uber has now been banned in a fourth UK city and I talk about the much wider picture of Uber in relation to the elite's agenda and how it fits into the Hunger Games society and the Agenda 21 world. Thanks to Colm Kelly for editing & music.

Universities Minister, Sam Gyimah MP, has visited Bournemouth University to engage with staff and students and take part in a groundbreaking ceremony.

Isabel Hardman takes you through the best of Sunday's interviews. Today features highlights from Marina Litvinenko, John McDonnell, Philip Hammond, Jacob Rees-Mogg and Sam Gyimah. This podcast was produced by Matthew Taylor.

Niall talks to the Universities Minister Sam Gyimah about the ongoing strike by lecturers and the attempted murder of a former Russian agent on British soil. He also looks ahead to the Spring Statement with Labour's Shadow Chief Secretary to the Treasury Peter Dowd. #Paterson

With the government poised to launch a review into university financing, Niall talks to the Universities Minister Sam Gyimah. He also chats to the new (interim) UKIP leader Gerard Batten about his plans for the party and his controversial views on Islam. #Paterson

The new Universities minister talks about the importance of free speech on campus, growing up in Ghana, being Oxford president and life as David Cameron's bag carrier.

Tune in to the latest episode of the TES podcast, where we pay a visit to the London Festival of Education. The festival was a celebration of education with a host of top speakers from around the world. The main event took the shape of a Question Time-style event featuring Labour's Tristram Hunt, leader of the Green Party Natalie Bennett and the Conservative children's minister Sam Gyimah. Host of the show was TES' very own deputy editor Ed Dorrell. Sit back and enjoy.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.