Brian McGinnis, Owen Agho, and Lyric Menges

The Privacy Filter: A Briefing on Privacy Law and Policy

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The Privacy Filter: Barnes & Thornburg's Briefing on Privacy Law & Policy breaks down the legal and regulatory developments shaping data privacy, data security, and artificial intelligence. In each episode, the firm’s attorneys and guests translate emerging laws, enforcement actions, and technology trends into practical insights for business leaders and in-house counsel.

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Brian McGinnis, Owen Agho, and Lyric Menges

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CIPA Lawsuits, Tracking Technology Lawsuits, and Why Privacy Takes Center Stage 09.07.2026 25:23

What happens when decades-old wiretapping laws collide with modern website technology? In this episode, Brian McGinnis and Lyric Menges unpack the growing wave of website tracking litigation under the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA) and the federal Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA). They explore why businesses across industries are receiving demand letters and lawsuits over co...

The Privacy Filter: Your Users Don’t Think About Privacy the Way You Do 18.05.2026 50:28

In this episode, Owen Agho explores generational perspectives on privacy, focusing on location sharing, social media, and AI. Featuring students from Georgetown University, it highlights how different age groups perceive privacy risks and social norms in the digital age.

The Privacy Filter: SB 140 Explained: New Rules for Text Message Marketing 22.04.2026 25:35

In this episode, Brian McGinnis is joined by Megan New to break down Texas SB 140 and what it means for companies that rely on SMS to engage customers. They walk through how the law builds on the federal TCPA, why it initially created significant disruption, and how recent developments have clarified (but not eliminated) compliance risk. The conversation focuses on what’s changed, where uncertaint...

The Privacy Filter: AI Regulation in California and Colorado 03.04.2026 20:42

This episode explores the emerging legal landscape of AI regulation in the US, focusing on Colorado and California laws. Brian McGinnis and Lyric Menges discuss high-risk AI systems, compliance requirements, and the future of AI governance to help organizations navigate these complex regulations.

The Privacy Filter: The 2026 Privacy Landscape 03.04.2026 24:47

Brian McGinnis and Lyric Menges delve into the evolving landscape of data privacy laws, highlighting the importance of compliance for in-house counsel. The discussion covers the emergence of new state privacy laws, the significance of understanding sensitive data categories, and the need for organizations to adapt their data practices to meet changing regulations. Key strategies for gaining execut...