Titania Jordan is the Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Parent Officer of Bark Technologies, an online safety company that helps nearly seven million kids stay safe online and in real life. She is a renowned thought leader on digital parenting, contributing to pieces in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, The New York Times, Huffington Post, USA Today, and many more. Titania is the author of Parenting in a Tech World, a bestseller featured in the 2020 documentary Childhood 2.0. She founded Parenting in a Tech World, a Facebook group of more than 450,000 members where parents discuss raising kids in the digital age. In this episode… Privacy is already a pressing issue for the general population, but the topic is exponentially important for children. Kids have unprecedented access to the internet and all the dangers it entails. Combined with the advent of AI in the mainstream, parents need to be more careful than ever. Fortunately, there are people helping make the internet safer for children. Companies like Bark Technologies offer comprehensive parental controls that get to the heart of the problem. For children to thrive, they need more protections for their safety and their privacy. Parents need to be aware of the issues in modern society and what they can do to counteract them. In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, Jodi and Justin Daniels interview Titania Jordan, the Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Parent Officer of Bark Technologies, to discuss privacy and protection for children. They delve into the current dangers facing children online, how AI fits into the equation, and how Bark works to help. They also touch on the importance of digital citizenship and how the law applies to children’s privacy.

Learn about the evolving field of privacy engineering from Microsoft's Jay Averitt. Discover the challenges and importance of integrating privacy into tech, collaboration with legal teams, advocating for privacy in a changing landscape, and practical privacy tips like using alternate phone numbers.

Experts discuss the complexities of state privacy laws in the U.S., with a focus on how different states are influencing each other. They cover the evolution of state laws, including California's model, and the impact on data collection and online advertising practices. The episode also explores personal advocacy for privacy and the importance of tailoring privacy programs to individual needs.

Joe Toscano is the Founder and CEO of DataGrade, a technology company helping companies discover, analyze, and manage data privacy risk. He has advised US Attorney Generals on Facebook and Google antitrust cases, helped shape privacy law across multiple states, and worked with large organizations such as the World Economic Forum. In addition to his work at DataGrade, Joe was featured in the Netflix documentary The Social Dilemma, and he is an international keynote speaker known for his TEDx Talk “Want to Work for Google? You Already Do.” Joe is also Senior Fellow at The Diplomatic Courier and a contributing author for Forbes. In this episode… Privacy and social engineering have become deeply integrated into modern society. The average person is unaware of the complex systems around them every day — privacy risk management has become a necessity for businesses and people alike. So what should everyone know as the world enters a new age of data? The best start is awareness. Thanks to documentaries such as The Social Dilemma, people are looking into their relationship to data and privacy. For businesses, more privacy and strategy is required. In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, Jodi and Justin Daniels are joined by Joe Toscano, the CEO and Founder of DataGrade, to talk about technology and privacy in personal and corporate settings. They break down Joe’s role in The Social Dilemma, discuss his TED Talk, what DataGrade does, and what people should know about their own everyday privacy.

Ben Brook is the CEO and Co-founder of Transcend, a company helping the world’s largest companies control their data by simplifying compliance, unlocking strategic growth, and improving business resilience. Prior to co-founding Transcend, Ben studied computer science, astrophysics, and neuroscience at Harvard University. Originally from Toronto, Canada, he is a passionate and award-winning filmmaker. In this episode… Privacy compliance is a necessity for businesses, but can often be a hindrance. It requires time, attention, money, and knowledge to keep up with regulations and track data effectively. Some platforms can make this process easier, but how do you select the right one? The list of vendors is steadily growing as privacy becomes an increasingly pressing issue. Choosing the right one can simplify and clarify everyday processes. Even while working with a quality platform, there is still much to know for managing and improving your privacy. For both issues, it’s best to learn from the experts. In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, Jodi and Justin Daniels chat with Ben Brook, the CEO and Co-founder of Transcend, about selecting and utilizing privacy software. They discuss essential criteria for programs, adapting to regulatory environments, and breaking down the issues with privacy and generative AI.

Jamal Ahmed is a Global Privacy Consultant at Kazient Privacy Experts and has been dubbed the "King of Data Protection" by the BBC. He is a passionate advocate for privacy rights and is the acclaimed author of the international #1 bestselling book The Easy Peasy Guide to the GDPR. He has transformed the complex world of data compliance into an accessible subject for everyone. In this episode… Privacy affects all fields of technology and business, but specializing in the subject can be particularly difficult. Privacy experts work tirelessly every day to not only help their clients, but stay current with new information. While some knowledge is essential for most jobs, more depth is required to be a master. This barrier to entry has kept some from pursuing a career in privacy. Additionally, many current professionals can feel overwhelmed by the ever-growing scale of the subject. So how can you dive deeper into privacy and progress in the field? In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, Jodi and Justin Daniels interview Jamal Ahmed, a privacy expert and consultant, to discover the best tips to enhance your privacy practice. The three discuss common misconceptions, understanding the current privacy landscape, essential skills for the field, and building a supportive community. Lastly, they unveil the quintessential trait needed to excel in privacy.

Chris Voss is the CEO and Founder of The Black Swan Group, an organization that teaches strategies found in hostage negotiations and applies them to the business world. He is also the best-selling author of the book Never Split the Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It. Prior to 2008, Chris was the Lead Negotiator for the FBI International Kidnapping Response as well as the FBI’s hostage negotiation representative for the National Security Council’s Hostage Working Group. During his career, he also represented the U.S. government as an expert in kidnapping at two international conferences sponsored by the G8. In this episode… Negotiation is a specialized yet universally useful skill. Even mundane conversations are filled with requests, persuasion, and deliberation. The basics are learned intuitively, but for more serious circumstances, more is required. Hostage situations are the most dire instance of negotiation. Experts are equipped to handle these scenarios with care and precision, pulling from thorough training and prior experience. In our digital world ransomware is also a hostage situation only your IT network is the hostage!! These advanced principles are incredibly useful for emergencies and day-to-day life alike. Now you can learn directly from a real-world ransomware example of how high-level negotiation works in practice. In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, Justin and Jodi Daniels are joined by Chris Voss, the CEO and Founder of The Black Swan Group, to share the concepts of high-stakes negotiations. They walk step-by-step through Justin’s ransomware negotiation for a hostage IT network and how he applied Chris’ principles to great success. They also discuss how to handle timelines, good questions for negotiations, and the best negotiation tip for privacy and security professionals.

Karen McGee is the Chief Privacy Officer at Levi Strauss & Co., overseeing its privacy program and upholding the company’s principles. She specializes in translating intricate legal frameworks into manageable and legible systems. Karen’s preceding career includes Managing Privacy Counsel at Intel, CPO at LifeLock and General Counsel at ID Analytics. She was honored with the In-House Legal Adviser of the Year Award at the Women in Law Awards by Lawyer Monthly. In this episode… Company values can be taken for granted, but they hold the potential for so much more. When followed and honored correctly, corporate values can define a business. It can bring respect, trust, and even success by maintaining internal and external consistency. Few corporate sectors are as strongly influenced by company values as privacy and security. There is a long history of brands breaking consumer trust and suffering the consequences. It’s a complex topic, requiring agile changes and rigorous supervision. It can be illuminating to look toward companies that have paved the way and set a good example. In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security, Justin and Jodi Daniels are joined by Karen McGee, the Chief Privacy Officer of Levi Strauss & Co., to discuss how Levi’s corporate values apply to its privacy program. They go over AI use cases, new SEC rules on cybersecurity, privacy policy, and how to develop a quality program. They also talk about Karen’s career journey and her advice for other practitioners.

Mike Hintze is a recognized expert in privacy and data protection with more than 20 years of experience in the field. He is a Member Partner at Hintze Law, a boutique firm that specializes in privacy and cybersecurity. Previously, Mike was the Chief Privacy Counsel at Microsoft, developing his expertise in data protection and privacy policy for over 18 years. He shares his knowledge as an Affiliate Instructor of Law at the University of Washington School of Law and a Senior Fellow of The Future of Privacy Forum. In this episode… Health data remains a pressing issue in the legal space, especially with the rapid advancement of cloud technology. Physical location is becoming less and less relevant as more data is stored away from the patients. Since Washington hosts such massive servers, they have found themselves in the sights of legislative action. The Washington My Health, My Data Act seeks to protect consumers both in the state and those whose data is collected there. Due to the scope of the Act, businesses and legal professionals are still working to understand the resulting nuances. How does this affect businesses and healthcare facilities? Which consents and requirements will be required? Most importantly, how does this tangibly help consumer privacy? In this episode of She Said Privacy/He Said Security Podcast, Justin and Jodi Daniels sit down with Mike Hintze to break down the Washington My Health, My Data Act. They define consumer health data, how it is designed to be protected, and the ramifications for institutions. They also walk through the most vital tips and advice to navigate the new legal parameters.

Andrew Kingman is the President of Mariner Strategies, a premier law firm where he specializes in privacy technology and cybersecurity issues in all 50 states at the legislative and Attorney General levels. As a public policy advocate with experience in compliance, Andrew brings a unique and substantive perspective to discussions on how to best increase consumer privacy protections while maintaining operational workability and cybersecurity protections for businesses. He is a nationally recognized thought leader in the field — in 2020, Andrew was one of 25 attorneys named to Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly Up & Coming Lawyers list. In this episode… The bustling year of 2023 saw the introduction, passage, and signing of various laws — many of which vary from US state to state. What were some of the year’s most significant regulations? Beyond the passage of privacy bills in seven red states, the passage of Washington state’s My Health, My Data Act was the most astonishing event for privacy lawyer Andrew Kingman. This act is the nation’s first privacy-focused law safeguarding personal health data not already covered by HIPAA. Because of this, Andrew warns that companies doing business with Washington state establishments should consider additional data compliance requirements, security measures, and consumer consent and rights. Since robust security measures are required to protect health and data, companies should be aware of the security standards and protocols outlined in the legislation and implement measures to prevent unauthorized access or breaches — all while respecting individual rights and ensuring transparent practices in obtaining and managing such consent. In today’s episode of the She Said Privacy/He Said Security Podcast, Justin and Jodi Daniels welcome Andrew Kingman to discuss integral changes in US State privacy law taking place in 2024. Andrew gives insight into the My Health, My Data Act, state legislature criteria for prioritizing certain bills, and why he’s a proponent of companies implementing data protection assessments.