Simon Woolley
Crossbench peer and civil society campaigner known for founding Operation Black Vote and work on race and civic participation; appearing to reflect on Jesse Jackson's legacy and civil rights.
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Aug 20, 2023 • 36min
Simon Woolley, crossbench peer
Simon Woolley, first black man to head an Oxbridge college, discusses founding Operation Black Vote, the power of voting, and the importance of character and values. He shares his approach to being cast away on an island and his final choice of song, revealing a life filled with joy and love.
Feb 17, 2026 • 2h 22min
This is going to take you by surprise
Simon Woolley, Crossbench peer who founded Operation Black Vote, reflects on Jesse Jackson's legacy and civic duty. Joe Mulhall, research director at Hope Not Hate, discusses far-right activity around Reform/Goodwin. They explore political narratives, media influence, vaccine hesitancy, phone theft in London, and allegations linking extremists to local campaigns.
