"The Data Diva" Talks Privacy Podcast"

Send us Fan Mail Debbie Reynolds “The Data Diva” talks to Mathew Waddell, Founder, Tactically Secure. We discuss insights from his career in the tech industry, particularly in cybersecurity, and his experience working with government agencies and large corporations. He discusses his commitment to simplifying security for individuals and protecting them from threats like ransomware. The discussion...

Send us Fan Mail Debbie Reynolds, "The Data Diva", talks to Michael McCracken,  a Data Privacy Strategist and Operational Expert. We discuss his career trajectory, transitioning from accounting to IT audit, which led him to specialize in data privacy, particularly concerning children's information and neurodivergence. He emphasizes the significance of inclusivity in the privacy sect...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Data Diva Talks Privacy , Debbie Reynolds welcomes Carly Kind, the Australian Privacy Commissioner at the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner. Carly shares her remarkable journey from a career in criminal defense law and human rights advocacy to becoming one of the leading voices in global privacy regulation. She discusses her early exposure to...

Send us Fan Mail Debbie Reynolds “The Data Diva” talks to Marko Dinic, CEO of Jatheon Technologies, Inc. We discuss the evolving landscape of data archiving, compliance, and artificial intelligence. Marko shares his extensive experience in the archiving space, spanning over two decades, and highlights how regulatory frameworks like Sarbanes-Oxley, GDPR, and CCPA have shaped data retention practice...

Send us Fan Mail Debbie Reynolds “The Data Diva” talks to Peter Cranstone, CEO, 3PMobile, Digital Ecosystems and Consumer Choice. We discuss his personal journey in technology, beginning with his early work on data compression inspired by his uncle. He discusses the creation of the Do Not Track web standard aimed at enhancing user privacy, which faced challenges due to consumer preferences for con...

Send us Fan Mail Debbie Reynolds, "The Data Diva," talks to Caroline Lancelot Miltgen, a Social and Behavioral Scientist (PhD), Consumer/UX Privacy expert, and Responsible AI Expert (France). We discuss Caroline's expertise in consumer privacy, user experience (UX) privacy, and AI ethics. She shares insights from her academic career and extensive research on consumer behavior concer...

Send us Fan Mail Debbie Reynolds “The Data Diva” talks to Soribel Feliz, AI Governance, National Security. AI Coach - Ex-Meta. Former Diplomat. We discuss artificial intelligence policy, governance, and its societal implications. Soribel shares her unique career journey, beginning as a U.S. diplomat serving in Europe, South America, and Washington, D.C., before making a bold transition into the te...

Send us Fan Mail Debbie Reynolds “The Data Diva” talks to Lawrence Gentilello, CEO and Founder of Optery, a company dedicated to removing personal data from online databases to enhance privacy and security for individuals and businesses. We discuss his career journey, beginning with his early work in the data industry at BlueKai, a firm specializing in collecting intent and purchase data for targe...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Data Diva Talks Privacy podcast, host Debbie Reynolds welcomes back Kenya Dixon, litigation partner at Nelson Mullins and former Director of White House Information Governance. Their discussion centers on government data privacy, the impact of artificial intelligence on federal records, and the importance of following proper protocols in handling personal in...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 228 of “The Data Diva” Talks Privacy Podcast, Debbie Reynolds talks to Carey Parker, Podcast host and author of "Firewalls Don't Stop Dragons: A Step-by-Step Guide to Computer Security and Privacy for Non-Techies". We discuss the importance of addressing contemporary privacy issues on their respective podcasts. Inspired by the Snowden revelations, Parker...

Send us Fan Mail Debbie Reynolds “The Data Diva” talks with Alvaro De Nicholas, CEO of DNA Ventures, about his career in technology and his views on the growing divide in data privacy. Alvaro shares his journey from telecommunications engineering to leading digital transformation projects at major companies like Accenture, British Telecom, and Lloyds Bank and his connections with NASA. Reflecting...

Send us Fan Mail Debbie Reynolds “The Data Diva” talks to Lisa LeVasseur, the founder of Internet Safety Labs, for a compelling discussion about the critical intersection of technology, privacy, and safety. Lisa shares her journey from software development and engineering to founding an organization that pioneers safety standards and independent testing for digital technology. She highlights the s...

Send us Fan Mail Debbie Reynolds, “The Data Diva,” talks to Elizabeth Aguado, Emerging Technologies, Responsible AI Expert (South America). We discuss the impact of regulations and frameworks in South America and Latin America and the relevance of discussing underprivileged communities. Aguado raises important concerns about privacy and data protection in the global South, emphasizing the slow pro...

Send us Fan Mail Debbie Reynolds, "The Data Diva" talks to Mike Swift, the Chief Global Digital Risk Correspondent at MLex. Mike's extensive background in journalism and his focus on the intersection of technology and the law gives him a compelling perspective on the conversation. Mike discusses his career journey, from reporting on major tech companies like Google and Facebook at T...

Send us Fan Mail Debbie Reynolds “The Data Diva” talks to Luke Mulks, Vice President of Business Operations at Brave Software and host of the Brave Technologist podcast. Luke shares his unique journey from working in ad tech to joining Brave Software, where he now champions a privacy-first approach to browsing and online advertising. The conversation explores the profound issues in the ad tech eco...

Send us Fan Mail In episode 222 of “The Data Diva” Talks Privacy Podcast, Debbie Reynolds talks to Marijan Bračić, co-founder and CEO of Legit, based in Croatia. Marijan shares the story of his unexpected journey into data privacy, which began at a 2017 conference session on GDPR. With a background in data management, Marijan identified the challenges enterprises face in meeting privacy regulation...

Send us Fan Mail Debbie Reynolds “The Data Diva” talks to Matthew Rosenquist, Mercury Risk's Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), cybersecurity strategist, and LinkedIn Top Voice. With over 35 years of experience, Matthew shares his dynamic career journey, which started with internal investigations, building Intel’s first Security Operations Center, and leading crisis response teams. Hi...

Send us Fan Mail Debbie Reynolds, “The Data Diva” talks to Michelle Trong Perrin-Steinberg, SAP's Chief Legal Counsel for Export Controls and Sanctions for North and South America. Michelle shares her inspiring and unique career journey, including roles in government contracting, aerospace and defense, higher education, law firms, and consulting, before transitioning to her current tech indus...

Send us Fan Mail Debbie Reynolds, “The Data Diva,” talks to Robert Bateman, Owner of KnowData Ltd in the United Kingdom, for an in-depth discussion on the evolving complexities of data privacy regulations worldwide. Robert begins by sharing his privacy journey, starting during his law studies when he began analyzing the GDPR and CCPA. His experience writing extensively about these topics laid the...

Send us Fan Mail Debbie Reynolds “The Data Diva” talks Thomas Morrow, Ex NASA, Attorney, Technology Expert.  Debbie and Thomas discuss the critical intersection of data privacy, artificial intelligence (AI), and emerging technologies. Thomas shares his fascinating journey from working on aerospace innovations at Boeing to contributing to NASA’s International Space Station program, where he navigat...

Send us Fan Mail Debbie Reynolds “The Data Diva” talks to Flo Nicolas, J.D., Chief Impact and Community Engagement Officer, ARMI - ReGen Valley Tech Hub. We discuss shared insights about her career transition from law to technology. Flo discusses her challenges in navigating government contracts and emphasizes the importance of mentorship in her professional growth. The conversation touches on the...

Send us Fan Mail Debbie Reynolds, "The Data Diva" talks to Jim Amos, a Human-First Technologist. We discuss the challenges and implications of AI, privacy, and surveillance, delving into critical concerns about how companies adopt AI technologies and the risks they introduce. Jim shares his skepticism about the hype surrounding generative AI, emphasizing that many companies overlook the...

Send us Fan Mail Debbie Reynolds, "The Data Diva" talks to Jennifer Pierce, PhD, Founder of Singular XQ, AI and Performance Anthropology. We discuss the evolution of online community building, shifting from personal blogs and small communities to the current reliance on big platforms and algorithms. Concerns are raised about the lack of intentional community building and the influence of...

Send us Fan Mail Debbie Reynolds “The Data Diva” talks to Emerald De Leeuw-Goggin, Global Head of AI Governance & Privacy and Women in AI Governance Co-founder. We discuss the intersection of privacy, technology, and the representation of women in AI governance. Emerald shares her background, detailing her transition from the Netherlands to Ireland and her early interest in privacy tech, which...

Send us Fan Mail Debbie Reynolds “The Data Diva” talks to Bill Buchanan, Professor of Applied Cryptography at Edinburgh Napier University (Scotland). Professor Buchanan begins by sharing his career journey, highlighting his transition from electrical engineering to becoming a prominent figure in cryptography and cybersecurity. The conversation covers key topics, including the distinction between s...