Justine Greening

Tom Simpson, Oxford professor of values and public policy; Peter Hyman, former headteacher and political adviser; Sophie Scott-Brown, philosopher and historian of anarchism; Martin Gurri, ex-CIA analyst on media and politics; Justine Greening, former education secretary on social mobility. They debate authority’s forms, how the internet and big tech have unsettled institutions, schooling discipline versus autonomy, and how leaders or institutions can regain legitimacy.

Justine Greening, former UK Secretary of State for Education, shares insights on government decision-making and social mobility. Gary Stevenson, a former trader, highlights the impact of economic choices on social equity. Philosopher Constantine Sandis dives into the reasoning behind our decisions, while Professor Bill Sherman explores tarot’s historical role as a decision-making tool. Together, they reveal the intricate ties between choices, personal stories, and systemic inequalities, prompting a deeper reflection on how decisions shape our lives.

Justine Greening, former Education Secretary for the UK Conservative Party, discusses her journey from a steel worker's daughter to a prominent political figure. She highlights the influence of union strikes on her political views and talks about her transition from finance to politics. The podcast also covers the impact of budget cuts, leveling up, Brexit, and her commitment to social mobility.