Terms of Service Podcast

In this episode of Terms of Service , host Mary Camacho speaks with Dr. Elizabeth C. Nelson, biomedical engineer and founder of Learn, Adapt, Build, about a deceptively simple idea: environments are not neutral. From open office layouts to wearable wellness metrics, the spaces and systems we design encode assumptions about who they are built for—and who must adapt to survive inside them. Drawing f...

In this episode of Terms of Service, host Mary Camacho speaks with Soribel Feliz—AI governance and tech policy advisor—about the dangerous gaps between what health technology promises and what privacy law actually protects. Drawing from her experience advising on AI and emerging tech across the U.S. Senate, federal government, and Big Tech, Soribel examines how femtech and wellness apps claim to e...

In this episode of Terms of Service , host Mary Camacho speaks with Dr. Sarah Stein Lubrano—author of Don’t Talk About Politics: How to Change 21st Century Minds —about what it takes to think, connect, and persuade in a time of rapid technological and cultural disruption. Drawing from her background in philosophy, psychology, and political theory, Sarah explores how emotions shape our cognition, w...

Episode Summary In this episode of Terms of Service , host Mary Camacho speaks with Gay Gordon-Byrne, Executive Director of the Digital Right to Repair Coalition, about how manufacturers are rewriting the rules of ownership in the digital age. Drawing on decades of experience in enterprise computing and leasing, Gay shares how restrictive repair policies—hidden behind software locks, proprietary t...

Episode Summary In this episode of Terms of Service , host Mary Camacho speaks with Molly Willson and Eriol Fox from Superbloom, a nonprofit design and technology studio working at the intersection of open-source software, privacy, and human rights. Together, they unpack the Privacy Experience Heuristics —a framework designed to help teams build more intuitive, trust-centered experiences around pr...

Episode Summary In this episode of Terms of Service , host Mary Camacho speaks with Dr. David Bray, a seasoned leader who has served in senior roles across the U.S. government, tech, and civil society. From bioterrorism response at the CDC to digital transformation efforts in national intelligence, Bray brings a unique perspective on leadership in complexity. They explore how institutions can adap...

Episode Summary In this episode of Terms of Service , Mary Camacho sits down with William McGeveran—Dean of the University of Minnesota Law School and author of a leading privacy law casebook—to explore the evolving landscape of data protection, surveillance, and individual rights. With deep insights into both U.S. and European frameworks, McGeveran breaks down where current laws fall short, why c...

Episode Summary In this episode of Terms of Service , host Mary Camacho speaks with Marisa Zalabak, an AI ethicist and psychologist who explores how our relationships with artificial intelligence impact emotional intelligence, learning, communication, and mental health. With a rich background in education, social justice, psychology, and theater arts, Marisa offers deep insights into the emotional...

Episode Summary In this episode of Terms of Service , host Mary Camacho speaks with Elizabeth Eagen, Deputy Director of the Citizens and Technology (CAT) Lab at Cornell University. Elizabeth shares how her work in human rights led her to explore the impact of emerging technologies on civil society, and how citizen science can be used to shape better digital spaces. Together, they discuss algorithm...

Episode Summary In this episode of Terms of Service , host Mary Camacho sits down with Mei Lin Fung, co-founder of the People-Centered Internet and a pioneer in customer relationship management (CRM). Mei Lin shares her personal journey from Singapore to MIT, her role in shaping the CRM industry, and her commitment to ensuring that technology remains a tool for human flourishing. Together, they di...

Episode Summary In this episode of Terms of Service , host Mary Camacho speaks with Helen Slottje, an award-winning attorney and co-founder of the Regenerative Law Institute. Helen shares her journey from corporate law to leading a groundbreaking legal movement against fracking, which earned her the Goldman Environmental Prize. They discuss the deeper patterns of power and control in legal systems...

In this episode of Terms of Service , host Mary Camacho welcomes Nora Mbagathi, Executive Director of the Katiba Institute, for a deep dive into constitutional rights, technology governance, and power dynamics in Kenya and beyond. They explore how constitutions function as the "terms of service" of a society, shaping citizen rights and responsibilities. Nora highlights the risks posed by centraliz...

In this episode of Terms of Service , host Mary Camacho speaks with Glen Weyl, founder of the Plurality Institute and Radical Exchange Foundation. They explore transformative ideas such as quadratic voting, collaborative governance, and the importance of regenerating the social fabric in a polarized world. Glen shares insights from his work with Taiwan’s innovative digital governance models and hi...

In this episode of Terms of Service , host Mary Camacho engages with Nathan Schneider, assistant professor of media studies at the University of Colorado Boulder and director of the Media Economies Design Lab. Together, they explore the challenges of building digital communities, the nuanced relationship between decentralisation and centralised power, and the need for democratic practices in onlin...

In this episode of Terms of Service , host Mary Camacho welcomes Jamie Smith, founder of Customer Futures Limited , to explore the concept of empowerment tech. They dive into how giving customers control over their digital identities, data, and verified credentials can reshape customer experiences, unlock new business models, and enhance trust. Jamie shares practical examples and insights on digit...

In this episode of  Terms of Service , host Mary Camacho interviews Liz Steininger, CEO of Least Authority, to discuss privacy, security, and decentralization in the tech space. They explore the principles of least authority, the challenges of security in blockchain and Web3, and the delicate balance between convenience, transparency, and privacy. Liz shares insights into security-by-design,...

In this episode, host Mary Camacho sits down with Van Lindberg, a legal expert in technology and intellectual property, to explore the shifting landscape of AI and creator rights. They dive into how generative AI impacts the rights of creators, the legal nuances behind content training, and the fears surrounding AI’s growing influence on creative industries. Key Takeaways Adobe's generative AI too...

Welcome to the Terms of Service Podcast In this sample-trailer, Mary is chatting with Catherine Stihler, former MEP from Scotland and former Executive Director of the Creative Commons.