In the fifth episode of 'Witness', Jens-Ulrich Poppen discusses the case for changes to the jury system in response to a coronavirus-affected criminal justice system in 'slow motion' as well as the pros and cons of being judged by a jury of one

'Battering Down Sentence' - Winston Trew and the Story of the Oval Four

Feb 7th, 2021 50m 52s

This week, Jens-Ulrich Poppen talks to Winston Trew about his 47-year campaign to clear his name, see his conviction overturned and finally receive justice after being imprisoned for a crime he did not commit. His story is also the story of Br

Building a sustainable criminal practice - wishful thinking or realistic ambition?

Dec 23rd, 2020 1h 2m

In this week's episode, Jens-Ulrich Poppen explores opportunities as well as limitations for young barristers to successfully and sustainably build their criminal practice. He discusses some of the key issues such as brand-building, diversific

‘Death by a Thousand Cuts’ – The Criminal Justice System and the Politics of Wilful Neglect

Dec 4th, 2020 32m 36s

In this episode, Jens-Ulrich Poppen discusses the precarious state of the criminal justice system and the prospects for a brighter future at the criminal bar with James Mulholland QC, Head of the Criminal Bar Association of England and Wales

'Justice on Trial' - Interview with Chris Daw QC

Nov 18th, 2020 49m 49s

In this episode, Jens-Ulrich Poppen is speaking with criminal barrister Chris Daw QC about his recently published book 'Justice on Trial - Radical Solution for a System at Breaking Point'. Chris' message is crisp, provocative and powerful - clo

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