Criminal Law

Abolition, Reform, and Justice: Dr Shona Minson on Rethinking Punishment

In this compelling episode, Dr John Taggart from Queen’s University Belfast interviews Dr. Shona Minson, a barrister-turned-criminologist, about her research journey and the critical issues at the intersection of law, punishment, and justice.

Law, Psychology, and Emotion with Dr Martin Regan

In this episode, hosts Marian Hill and Mary O’Neill converse with Dr. Martin Reagan, a senior lecturer at Queen’s University Belfast, to explore the intricate relationship between psychology, emotion, and the law.

The Blue Lights Special – with Law School Graduate Declan Lawn

In this special edition of LawPod, hosts Peter Doran and Rosie Cowan interview Declan Lawn, writer of the acclaimed series Blue Lights. Declan shares his career trajectory from journalism to screenwriting, with a focus on his legal studies and their impact on his work.

Intermediaries in the Criminal Justice System – Dr John Taggart

In this enlightening episode of LawPod, hosts Karen Wray and Sarah McMahon are joined by Dr John Taggart, a criminal law lecturer with a keen focus on the role of intermediaries in the criminal justice system.

Making the world strange and more with Prof Reuben Miller

In this thought-provoking podcast, Professor Shadd Maruna and Dr Teresa Degenhart welcome Professor Reuben Miller, author of the ground-breaking book “Halfway Home,” to discuss the complexities of re-entry from prison to communities in the United States.

Coping with Covid in Prison: The Impact of the Prisoner Lockdown

In this episode, Professor Phil Scraton is joined by Professor Shadd Maruna and Dr. Gillian McNaull to discuss their ESRC funded research project, Coping with Covid in Prison, commissioned by and conducted in partnership with the organisation User Voice.

Dr John Stannard – A Life in Law

Criminal Lecture supremo and Queen’s University School of Law Legend, Dr John Stannard, in conversation with Judge in Residence, The Hon Madam Justice McBride.