Our Curious Amalgam

Privacy law is developing quickly in the United States and is becoming all the more important with the development of California's Privacy Law. Our guest, Alysa Hutnik, is the Consumer Protection Officer for the Antitrust Section and an expert on privacy law. In this episode, Alysa speaks with John Roberti and Anora Wang about privacy law generally and California's new privacy law, its substance and relationship to other laws. Listen to this episode to learn more about how California and other states are shaping an expansive privacy regulatory regime in the United States. Hosted by: John Roberti and Anora Wang

In this discussion, Lisa Phelan, an Antitrust and cartel partner at Morrison Forster, and Craig Lee, a cartel and criminal practice partner at Baker McKenzie, dive into the complexities of antitrust leniency programs. They explore the troubling decline in leniency applications and its impact on cartel enforcement. The conversation highlights the strategic decisions companies face regarding self-reporting, the increasing scrutiny from regulators, and the evolving landscape of corporate trials. Personal anecdotes also shed light on their lives beyond law, adding a human touch to serious topics.

In this engaging discussion, antitrust expert Jonathan Jacobson shares his deep passion for rock music and his extensive experience navigating antitrust challenges in the industry. He dives into the historical clash between Pearl Jam and Ticketmaster, revealing how ticket pricing controversies shaped the music landscape. The conversation also highlights the vital role of antitrust law in protecting artists and consumers alike, while exploring the ongoing impact of digital platforms on musicians' earnings. Jacobson’s insights blend legal acumen with a love for rock, creating a fascinating perspective.

Our Curious Amalgam explores topics in antitrust, consumer protection, and privacy law around the world, discussed by leading experts in the areas. It is an amalgam because it is a group of diverse topics all in one place; it is curious because it gets the experts and asks them the in-depth questions.