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Let's Talk Privacy

Aakash Suri
GDPR
Data Privacy
Data Protection
AI Governance
Artificial Intelligence
Privacy By Design
Enterprise AI
Regulatory Compliance
Labour Party
Privacy
AI Accountability
Data Sprawl
Cybersecurity
Personal Branding
Career Development
Community and Networking
Certification In Privacy
Political Campaigning
Clinical Trials
Healthcare

“Let’s Talk Privacy” isn’t just another GDPR or data protection podcast, it’s a fresh, lively, and truly accessible conversation led by the uniquely engaging hosting style of Aakash Suri. No legal jargon, no gatekeeping, and definitely no need for a law degree. Each episode breaks down privacy concepts in simple, relatable language while exploring how everyday choices shape our fundamental digital... more

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In this bite-sized episode, Aakash Suri delivers a sharp warning about the growing role of artificial intelligence in cyber crime — and why the organisations most at risk are the ones still treating it as a future problem. From AI-generated phishing ... more

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Recent Guests

David Clarke
Veteran security leader and Virtual CISO, formerly Global Chief Security Officer for BT and Reuters.
Founder of the GDPR Technology Forum
Episode: Inside the vCISO Mind: David Clarke on AI, GDPR, and Real‑World Risk with David Clarke
Jamal Ahmed
Data privacy leader of the year 2025, bestselling author of The Easy Peasy Guide to GDPR, and CEO of KZN Privacy Experts.
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Episode: From GDPR to AI: How Privacy Leaders Create Value with Jamal Ahmed
James Robson
Political DPO and data protection specialist with a focus on privacy as an enabler.
Labour Party
Episode: Inside a Political DPO’s Mind: Labour Party, Voter Data and Life as a Consultant with James Robson
Brendan Jayagopal
VP of AI Products at Futuri, a leader in data and AI systems.
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Episode: The Governance Paradox: How Constraints Accelerate Enterprise AI with Brendan Jayagopal
Shaun Hastings
A longstanding quality and compliance leader in clinical research with expertise in data protection and privacy risks in healthcare.
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Episode: Hidden Healthcare Privacy Risks: How Clinical Trials Really Protect and Expose Patient Data with Shaun Hastings

Host

Aakash Suri
Host of Let's Talk Privacy

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
  • Makes privacy INTERESTING

    Aakash makes privacy more interesting to listen to, which is tough for such a subject. He also brings great guests on his show who add a lot of important industry perspectives, but Aakash manages to summarize their views in easy to understand snippets. Looking forward to more episodes on AI and Blockchain in particular!

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    aoeiiking05
    United Kingdom5 months ago

Listeners Say

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Balanced discussions that avoid jargon and gatekeeping.
Aakash makes privacy interesting with clear insights.
Practical takeaways and easy-to-understand summaries.
Shows how privacy enables ethical AI and real-world impact.
Great guests who add important industry perspectives.

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Inside the vCISO Mind: David Clarke on AI, GDPR, and Real‑World Risk with David Clarke
Q: What does good AI accountability look like in practice?
Good AI accountability involves clearly defining the responsibilities of users, producers, and developers of AI products.
Inside the vCISO Mind: David Clarke on AI, GDPR, and Real‑World Risk with David Clarke
Q: What are the first signs that data sprawl is what's killing the velocity?
The first thing is whether an organization has an asset register, as data sprawl often becomes chaotic without proper management.
From GDPR to AI: How Privacy Leaders Create Value with Jamal Ahmed
Q: What one piece of advice would you give to someone starting their own consultancy?
Be selective about who you choose to work with, ensuring alignment with your values and not draining your energy.
From GDPR to AI: How Privacy Leaders Create Value with Jamal Ahmed
Q: How do you see the role of certifications in 2026 and how are people getting it wrong?
Certifications should be seen as a starting point, not the destination. Professionals treat them as the goal rather than a means to gain entry and must focus on broader expertise and credibility.
Hidden Healthcare Privacy Risks: How Clinical Trials Really Protect and Expose Patient Data with Shaun Hastings
Q: What concrete habits would you put in place so that data privacy is treated as part of the everyday quality culture?
Visibility of the data privacy expert and having champions in different departments while fostering open communication about privacy issues are crucial.

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A practical, accessible deep-dive into privacy, data protection, and responsible AI. Conversations emphasize real-world implementation of GDPR, data governance, and cybersecurity, with guests from cybersecurity, healthcare, politics, and enterprise AI sharing actionable lessons. The show stands out for its no-jargon approach, practical wins, and emphasis on privacy as a career path and ethical technology foundation. Potential listeners will find clear explanations, relatable examples, and a focus on how privacy shapes everyday tech decisions and organizational risk.

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