Data Protection Made Easy
A weekly podcast hosted by data protection experts at Data Protection People, covering a wide range of data protection and cyber security topics. The hosts also come together to discuss the news of the week and recent changes in the industry. Data Protection People is one of the UK's leading data protection consultancies, serving clients across every sector. The show is aimed at both experienced DPOs and students breaking into the industry, offering valuable insights for all. Episodes are hosted live with a large audience of practitioners who can unmute and get involved, with events listed on the company's events page.
Episodes
S2 Ep39: GDPR Radio - Data Protection News of the Week
What’s been happening in data protection this week?Catarina Santos and Caine Glancy return for S2 Ep39 of Data Protection Made Easy, bringing you another GDPR Radio catch-up on the latest news and what it means in practice.Expect a plain-English conversation about the week’s developments and the questions they raise for organisations and data protection professionals.
S2 Ep38: AI Systems and DPIAs: What's Actually Changed in Practice
Your organisation wants to use AI. Before you get started, what do you need to understand about the tool and the information it will process?Caine Glancy and Catarina Santos explore the relationship between AI systems and data protection impact assessments (DPIAs), looking at both assessing AI tools and using AI to help prepare an assessment.They discuss purpose, lawful basis, supplier informatio
S2 Ep37: Sector Spotlight Ep1: Caught Between the FCA and UK GDPR: What DPOs Need to Know
What happens when FCA expectations and data protection responsibilities meet?In the first episode of our Sector Spotlight series, Mark Farrell from Data Protection People speaks with Phillip Garlick, CEO of our partners at Product Partnerships Limited (PPL). Together, they explore the practical questions DPOs face in regulated organisations, where UK GDPR needs to be considered alongside financia
S2 Ep36: GDPR Radio – Data Protection News of the Week
Caine Glancy and Catarina Santos are back for another GDPR Radio news round-up. They look at recent developments across data protection, privacy and information security, and talk through what they could mean for organisations in practice.Catch up with the discussion and hear the points worth keeping on your radar.
S2 Ep35: AI Redaction Tools: The Mistakes Most SAR Systems Miss
AI can help speed up the work involved in responding to subject access requests, but how confident can you be in what it leaves behind?In this episode of Data Protection Made Easy, Amber Sivill and Katerina Douni explore AI redaction tools and the mistakes that can slip through when organisations rely on automated systems to prepare SAR responses.The conversation looks at where technology can sup
S2 Ep34: GDPR Radio - Data Protection News of the Week
There’s been plenty to talk about in data protection. In this episode of GDPR Radio, Caine Glancy and Catarina Santos catch up on the latest news and share their thoughts on what it means for organisations and the people handling personal data every day.Expect a mix of news, discussion and practical perspectives from the Data Protection Made Easy community.
S2 Ep33: Weaponised SARs (Part 3)
In this episode of the Data Protection Made Easy podcast, Amber Sivill and Mark Farrell continue their discussion about weaponised subject access requests.They explore what happens when a SAR becomes part of a wider dispute, the challenges this can create for organisations and how teams can respond without losing sight of their legal responsibilities.This is part three of our Weaponised SARs seri
S2 Ep32: GDPR Radio - Data Protection News of the Week
Amber Sivill and Caine Glancy are back with another GDPR Radio news roundup.In this episode, they catch up on some of the latest data protection stories and regulatory developments, sharing their thoughts on why they matter and what they could mean for organisations in practice.From emerging risks to changes businesses should be aware of, Amber and Caine look beyond the headlines and discuss the
S2 Ep31: What Happens When Your DPO Is OOO?
What happens when your Data Protection Officer is unavailable?In S2 Ep31 of the Data Protection Made Easy podcast, Caine Glancy and Gbenga Onojobi discuss why organisations need a clear plan for maintaining data protection support when their DPO is out of office.They explore the importance of continuity, clear responsibilities and access to practical advice when an issue needs attention.
S2 Ep30: GDPR Radio - Data Protection News of the Week
Caine Glancy and Catarina Santos are back with GDPR Radio, the Data Protection Made Easy podcast.In this episode, they discuss the week’s key data protection stories and share practical insight into what they could mean for organisations.Listen for clear, useful discussion on privacy, AI, cyber security, regulation and the issues data protection professionals should be watching.
S2 Ep29: How AI Is Reshaping the DPO Role in 2026
How is AI changing the role of the Data Protection Officer in 2026?In this episode of Data Protection Made Easy, we explore how AI is reshaping the DPO role, the new challenges privacy professionals are facing and what organisations need to consider as AI becomes more embedded in everyday work.We discuss how the DPO role is evolving, where AI creates new governance and compliance pressures and wh
S2 Ep28: GDPR Radio - Data Protection News of the Week
The data protection landscape continues to change, with new stories creating practical questions for organisations and privacy professionals.In this episode of the Data Protection Made Easy podcast, Amber Sivill and Mark Farrell discuss recent data protection developments and explain why they matter.The discussion covers:🔹 Key stories from across the data protection sector🔹 The practical effect o
S2 Ep27: Creating Training Which Changes Behaviour
In this episode of the Data Protection Made Easy podcast, Caine Glancy and Amber Sivill discussed how organisations can move beyond tick-box data protection training and create learning that changes behaviour.They explored what makes training relevant, practical and easier for staff to apply in their everyday work. The discussion also considered how effective training can support better decisions
S2 Ep26: GDPR Radio - Data Protection News of the Week
In this episode of GDPR Radio, Caine Glancy and Catarina Santos discuss the latest data protection news and key developments from across the industry.The episode looks at recent updates, current talking points and what they may mean for organisations responsible for handling personal data.This episode is part of the Data Protection Made Easy podcast by Data Protection People.
S2 Ep25: GDPR Isn't Just a DPO Problem
This episode of GDPR Radio, part of the Data Protection Made Easy podcast, was hosted by Caine Glancy and Catarina Santos.In this episode, they discussed the key trends, biggest talking points and shared expert insight into the latest developments from the last two weeks across the data protection industry.As always, listeners joined live, used the live chat function and had the opportunity to un
S2 Ep24: Is the EU-US Data Privacy Framework at Risk?
This episode explores the growing uncertainty surrounding the EU-US Data Privacy Framework following the recent Trump v. Slaughter decision, what it could mean for international data transfers, and the potential impact on UK organisations. They also discuss political developments affecting privacy, Andy Burnham's proposed use of facial recognition technology, recent ICO enforcement activity, and o
S2 Ep23: Spreadsheet to Strategy: Making RoPAs Work for You
Records of Processing Activities (RoPAs) are often viewed as nothing more than a compliance requirement, but are organisations missing their true value?In this episode of the Data Protection Made Easy Podcast, Catarina Santos is joined by Data Protection Consultant Himanshi to discuss how RoPAs can become one of the most valuable tools in an organisation's privacy programme.Together, they explore
S2 Ep22: GDPR Radio: Data Protection News Of The Week
In this week's GDPR Radio, Caine Glancy and Catarina Santos discuss some of the latest developments in data protection and privacy.The episode explores the rise in AI-generated Subject Access Requests (SARs), concerns around the ICO's approach to complaints and enforcement, the resignation of Information Commissioner John Edwards, and the UK Government's proposed social media restrictions for und
S2 Ep21: The First 72 Hours After A Data Breach
When a personal data breach occurs, the clock starts ticking immediately.The decisions made in the first few hours can have a significant impact on the outcome, affecting regulatory obligations, reputational damage, customer trust, and the overall response effort. Yet many organisations are unsure what they should actually be doing when a breach first comes to light.This episode is hosted by Caine
S2 Ep19: GDPR Radio - Data Protection News of the Week
Last Friday, we hosted another episode of GDPR Radio, part of the Data Protection Made Easy podcast, with Caine Glancy and Catarina Santos.During the session, we explored some of the biggest stories and developments from across the data protection landscape, discussing key regulatory updates, enforcement activity, emerging trends, and the practical implications for organisations. The conversation
S2 Ep18: Training That Actually Changes Behaviour
Last Friday, Catarina Santos and Caine Glancy, discussed Training That Actually Changes Behaviour.Most organisations provide training... but how often does it genuinely change behaviour, improve decision-making, or create accountability?In this practical live discussion, we’ll explore what effective data protection training looks like in practice, why so much compliance training fails, and how or
S2 Ep17: GDPR Radio- News of the week
Join us for an episode of GDPR Radio, part of the Data Protection Made Easy podcast, hosted by Caine Glancy and Catarina Santos.Last week, we discussed the key trends, biggest talking points, and sharing expert insight into the latest developments from the last two weeks across the data protection industry.
S2 Ep16: What Auditors Always Find (And Why)
In this live session, Katerina Douni and Catarina Santos will explore the most common issues uncovered during GDPR audits and why they continue to appear across organisations.They’ll break down recurring findings, explain the root causes behind them, and share practical insight on how to address gaps before they become regulatory problems.
S2 Ep15: Weaponised SARs Part 2 - Live Discussion & Q&A
Following the overwhelming response to our recent session on weaponised SARs, we hosted Part 2 on the Data Protection Made Easy podcast.We had over 180 attendees join us live and received a huge number of questions and scenarios throughout the session. Unfortunately, we weren’t able to cover everything on the day, so this session is dedicated to going deeper.In Part 2, we cover:Revisiting the top
S2 Ep14: AI and Data Protection: Managing Risk Without Killing Innovation
We’re back this Friday with another live episode of the Data Protection Made Easy podcast, and this is set to be a popular one.This week, Caine and Amber will be discussing AI and data protection, exploring how organisations can manage risk without killing innovation.AI tools are now part of everyday working life, but they bring real challenges when it comes to GDPR. In this session, we’ll look at
S2 Ep13: GDPR Radio: News Of The Week
This week we return for an episode of GDPR Radio where our hosts Catarina Santos and Caine Glancy break down the latest news and developments in data protection, giving you clear, practical insight into what’s happening and what it means in practice.This session will focus on the news of the week, covering key updates, emerging trends, and the topics we think you should have on your radar.
S2 Ep12: Weaponised SARs: A Growing Challenge for Organisations
Subject Access Requests are a fundamental right under the UK GDPR, designed to give individuals transparency over their personal data. However, across every sector we work with, we are seeing a clear shift in how these rights are being used.In this episode, we explore the rise of weaponised SARs. These are requests submitted not just to access data, but to apply pressure, support disputes, or dis
S2 Ep11: The Online Safety Act Through a Data Protection Lens
Joining our hosts Catarina Santos and Caine Glancy is Paul Holland, CEO and Founder of Beyond Encryption, bringing over 40 years of experience in secure communications, identity verification, and fraud prevention.As safety and privacy regulations begin to overlap, organisations are facing a new challenge, how do you protect users while still complying with the UK GDPR?In this session, we’ll explo
S2 Ep10: GDPR Radio: Data Protection News Of The Week
Join us for another episode of GDPR Radio, the news edition of the Data Protection Made Easy Podcast, where we explore the latest developments from across the data protection industry.Our regular host Caine Glancy will be joined by Holly Miller as they break down the biggest stories shaping the world of data protection and privacy.These sessions bring together professionals from across the communi
S2 Ep9: Navigating the flow of restricted transfers
Caine and Mark will discuss how organisations should approach restricted transfers, what the rules actually require in practice, and some of the common pitfalls businesses encounter when moving personal data across borders.
S2 Ep8: GDPR Radio - Data Protection News of the Week
This week Catarina Santos is joined by Mark Farrell, who recently made his debut on the podcast and quickly became a favourite with our community.Mark brings valuable experience from his time at the ICO, and tomorrow’s session will explore recent updates around data protection complaints, alongside practical lessons and insights from a major project he and Catarina are currently working on.
S2 Ep7: Compliance Isn’t Culture: Fixing the Awareness Gap
In this session, Compliance Isn’t Culture: Fixing the Awareness Gap, special guest, Kathryn Brooks will join our hosts Caine Glancy and Catarina Santos to explore why policies and procedures alone are not enough to create a culture of data protection within an organisation.The discussion will focus on why awareness programmes often fail to influence behaviour, and what organisations can do to emb
S2 Ep6: GDPR Radio Data Protection News
In this episode, Caine is joined by Mark, a former ICO professional and now data protection consultant, to discuss the complexities of defining and protecting personal data, recent legal cases, and why strong data protection practices are essential for building trust. They explore the growing cyber security risks facing small and medium sized businesses, the importance of certifications like Cybe
S2 Ep5: Love, Trust and Due Diligence - Managing Your Partnerships with Third Parties
In this Valentine’s themed episode, Catarina Santos and Caine Glancy are joined by Katarina Douni to explore how to manage third party relationships in a GDPR compliant way. From on-boarding new suppliers to reviewing existing partnerships, we discuss the role of due diligence, accountability, and ongoing oversight when personal data is shared with external providers. If your organisation relies
S2 Ep4: GDPR Radio- Data Protection News of the Week
Our two hosts Catarina Santos and Caine Glancy unpack the latest data protection developments, sharing practical insights from the frontline, and answering your questions live on air.
S2 Ep3: DPIAs that actually protect people
DPIAs are one of the most powerful tools in data protection when done properly. But too often they become tick box exercises that fail to manage real risk.In this episode, we will be cutting through the theory to focus on what works in practice, including:
What regulators actually expect to see
Common mistakes that undermine DPIAs
How to turn DPIAs into genuine risk management tools
Practical exa
S2 Ep2: GDPR Radio - Grok, the Online Safety Act, and UK AI Regulation
Hosts Catarina Santos and Caine Glancy unpack early ICO enforcement activity around PECR breaches, debate whether meaningful consent is still realistic in today’s digital economy, and explore the growing push to protect children online through age assurance and the Online Safety Act.The conversation also turns to Grok and the wider role of AI on social platforms, including Elon Musk’s comments on
S2 Ep1: The Year Ahead - What Really Matters In 2026
S1 Ep229: Data Protection Made Easy - 2025 Wrapped
In this special 2025 Wrapped edition of the Data Protection Made Easy podcast, Caine Glancy and Catarina Santos count down the top five most listened episodes of the year and unpack what they tell us about the real challenges facing DPOs and privacy teams. From the ethics of employee monitoring in an AI and hybrid working world, to what it really takes to stand out as a DPO, through to the Data Pr
S1 Ep228: Santas Naughty List - Lessons for Data Retention
Santa’s Naughty List, Lessons For Data Retention dives into one of the core challenges in data protection, deciding what to keep, what to archive, and when it is finally time to let go. In this festive live episode, Caine Glancy and Katarina Douni explore sensible retention periods, the risks of holding information for longer than necessary, and the practical steps organisations can take to manag
S1 Ep227: GDPR Radio - Digital Omnibus, Personal Data and SAR Reform
Join Caine Glancy and Catarina Santos for Episode 227 of the Data Protection Made Easy podcast. Explore the Digital Omnibus proposals, personal data changes, SAR purpose tests, data breach reforms, cookie rule updates and a new CNIL study on selling personal data. A clear and practical update for UK and EU privacy professionals. If you would like to tune in to live episodes of the Data Protection
S1 Ep226: Streamlining SARs - Practical Advice for DPOs
In this follow up to our SARs session, Caine Glancy and Oluwagbenga Onojobi take questions and real scenarios from the Data Protection Made Easy community and work through them live. They look at property data in social housing, SARs linked to disrepair claims, how far to go with redactions and third party data in employment files, and what reasonable and proportionate looks like in practice. A p
S1 Ep225: Cookies Part 2 Trick or Treat
Tune in to the Data Protection Made Easy Podcast for a special episode as we celebrate Halloween in style and return for part two of our Cookie discussion. Catarina Santos was joined by special guests Gbenga and Holly who shared expert insights and top tips for our audience to take away. If you enjoy listening to the Data Protection Made Easy Podcast and want to join our brilliant hosts live on fu
S1 Ep224: GDPR Radio – National Security, ICO Scrutiny, and AI in the Headlines
In this week’s episode of the Data Protection Made Easy Podcast, hosts Caine Glancy and Catarina Santos unpack the latest GDPR news. The discussion centres on the ICO’s handling of the MOD breach and the difficult balance between national security, transparency, and accountability. The hosts also explore inconsistencies in ICO enforcement, what this means for public bodies compared to private org
S1 Ep223: Streamlining SARs - Practical Advice For DPOs
During this episode of the Data Protection Made Easy Podcast our host Caine Glancy was joined by special guest Gbenga Onojobi to discuss the most popular topic in our community ... Subject Access Requests (SARs). Data Protection People has experienced a huge influx in SAR related queries over this summer and its a concern shared by DPOs across the UK. As well as several episodes on SARs the Data P
S1 Ep222: GDPR Radio: Digital ID Under the Spotlight
Why Digital ID is the headline topicDigital ID promises faster access to services and stronger fraud controls, yet it raises real questions for privacy, transparency, and accountability. In this session we break down what a UK Digital ID framework could look like, how identity attributes are shared, what lawful bases may apply, and the governance you need before adoption. You will leave with clea
S1 Ep221: UK Cookie Compliance - What You Need to Know
Catarina Santos is joined by Oluwagbenga Onojobi (Gbenga) and Holly Miller, with a brief cameo from Phil Brining, for a fast moving guide to cookies in 2025. We cover what cookies are and the key types, why recent CNIL fines, including the Google case, show enforcement is rising, how PECR and UK GDPR apply, and what the DUA Act reforms mean for low risk cookies, fines, and the ICO consultation. W
S1 Ep220: GDPR Radio: CCTV, Facial Recognition and Pseudonymised Data
This week on GDPR Radio, Philip Brining and Catarina Santos explored some of the biggest stories in data protection. From CCTV audits and employee monitoring, to the ICO’s scrutiny of police use of facial recognition, the discussion also touched on AI posture tracking as an alternative to biometric surveillance. They unpacked the recent CJEU ruling that pseudonymised data is not always personal da
S1 Ep219: Celebrating 10 Years of Data Protection People
On this special episode of the Data Protection Made Easy podcast we were joined by Phil Brining, Catarina Santos, Caine Glancy, and returning host Joe Kirk to look back at the top ten episodes from the last five years of the show. Data Protection People were not only celebrating their 10-year anniversary, but also marking five years of the Data Protection Made Easy podcast. A huge thank you to al
S1 Ep218: Caught in the Act: The UK’s New Age Verification Law
Recorded on Friday 29 August 2025, this live episode of Data Protection Made Easy brings together Catarina Santos, Caine Glancy and Philip Brining to explain what the latest Online Safety Act changes mean in practice. The team walk through how age verification works, why VPN downloads have surged in the UK, and the real impact on privacy, user experience and compliance. You will hear practical gu
S1 Ep217: The Data (Use and Access) Act - Part Two
In this follow-up to our most popular session to date, Caine Glancy and Philip Brining return to continue the conversation on the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025. With over 200 Data Protection Officers joining us live, this episode dives deeper into what’s changing, what’s not yet in force, and how organisations should be preparing in the months ahead. If you’re responsible for compliance, data s
S1 Ep216: The DUA Act: What It Means for UK Organisations
In this landmark episode of Data Protection Made Easy, hosts Phil Brining and Caine Glancy explore the newly passed Data (Use and Access) Act with over 270 data protection practitioners and enthusiasts in attendance, making it our most popular session to date. Together, they break down the key changes introduced by the Act, how it evolved from the DPDI Bill, and what it means for both public and p
S1 Ep215: Part Two – SARs from Employees & Ex-Employees
Part Two – SARs from Employees & Ex-Employees: In this follow-up episode, we dive deeper into the complexities of handling Subject Access Requests from current and former employees. Our expert panel shares real-life examples, lessons from our recent in-person SAR workshop, and practical tips to help organisations navigate these often sensitive and challenging requests with confidence and compl
S1 Ep214: Employee & Ex-Employee Subject Access Requests
Subject Access Requests (SARs) from employees and ex-employees can be some of the most complex and sensitive for organisations to handle, often tied to grievances, disputes, or litigation. In this episode, we break down why these requests are so challenging and offer practical advice on how to manage them confidently and compliantly. Join our expert hosts and special guest Nia Roberts from Woodgat
S1 Ep213: Joe Kirk's Top 10 Tips - Lessons from 4 Years in Data Protection
In this special episode of the Data Protection Made Easy podcast, Joe Kirk shares his top 10 lessons from four years of working in the world of data protection. From starting out in sales and speaking with hundreds of DPOs to working hands-on as a consultant, Joe reflects on the biggest challenges, most common trends, and essential takeaways for anyone in the profession. Whether you’re just starti
S1 Ep212: GDPR Radio - Data Protection News of the Week
Tune in to this week's episode of the Data Protection Made Easy podcast where our hosts Joe Kirk, Catarina Santos and Phil Brining joined together to discuss the news of the week, including the latest updates from the ICO and expert opinions from our brilliant hosts. If you would like to join us on future episodes of the podcast, you can register for all upcoming discussions on our website. Upcomi
S1 Ep211: Standing Out as a DPO - What Makes a High Quality Data Protection Officer?
n this week’s episode of the Data Protection Made Easy podcast, our expert hosts Joe Kirk, Catarina Santos, and Phil Brining came together to explore one of the most popular and debated topics in the data protection space: what it takes to stand out as a Data Protection Officer (DPO) in today’s fast-evolving landscape. With over 200 episodes under our belt, Data Protection Made Easy has always bee
S1 Ep210: GDPR Radio - Are Verbal Discussions Caught by the GDPR?
In this episode of GDPR Radio, hosts Phil Brining, Joe Kirk, and Caine Glancy return with the latest news and hot topics from the world of data protection. The discussion takes an interesting turn as the team explores whether verbal conversations can fall under the scope of the GDPR, prompting thought-provoking insights and audience debate. They also touch on the recent controversy surrounding Pr
S1 Ep209: Designing A Child-Friendly Digital Environment
Is Your Child’s Data Safe? Understanding Privacy Risks on Social Media & Gaming PlatformsOur expert Catarina Santos will be leading the discussion, sharing insights into:
How social media and gaming platforms collect and use children's data
Key legal protections under UK GDPR & The Online Safety Act
Real-world cases of children's data misuse and regulatory action
Best practices for organ
S1 Ep208: GDPR Radio - Data Protection News of the Week
Tune in and listen to our expert hosts Catarina Santos, Caine Glancy and Joe Kirk as they join our live audience to discuss the Data Protection News of the Week. If you would like to join us on future episodes of the podcast, visit our events page and sign up for any of the brilliant events we have on the horizon. Upcoming Events.
S1 Ep207: Big Brother - The Ethics of Employee Monitoring
On this week's episode of the Data Protection Made Easy Podcast, our hosts Joe Kirk and Caine Glancy explored the complex and often controversial topic of employee monitoring. With growing advancements in workplace surveillance technology, organisations are increasingly implementing tools to track productivity, enhance security, and ensure compliance. But where do we draw the line between legitim
S1 Ep206: GDPR Radio - Consent, The DUA Bill & GDPR’s Reputation
In this episode of GDPR Radio, hosts Joe Kirk and Phil Brining break down the latest updates in data protection, including the evolving landscape of consent, key developments in the Data Usage & Access (DUA) Bill, and why GDPR often gets a bad reputation. Is GDPR really as restrictive as some claim, or is it simply misunderstood? Tune in for expert insights, regulatory updates, and a discussi
S1 Ep205: Cyber Love or Cyber Risk - Valentines Day Special
In this special Data Protection Made Easy episode, our expert hosts took a deep dive into how personal data is used, misused, and sometimes exploited in the name of love. From real-world breaches in the UK’s online dating industry to the dangers of data sharing within organisations, this session was packed with insightful discussions, expert advice, and cautionary tales. If you would like to tune
S1 Ep204: GDPR Radio - Data Protection News of the Week
In episode 204 of the Data Protection Made Easy podcast, our experts delve into the latest news, updates, and legislative changes in data protection. Recorded live every Friday with an interactive audience, this fortnightly GDPR Radio session offers insightful discussions and expert perspectives. To join future live episodes, visit our upcoming events page.
S1 Ep203: Celebrating Data Protection Day
In this weeks episode of the Data Protection Made Easy podcast our hosts Phil Brining, Catarina Santos and Joe Kirk joined our live audience of listeners to discuss the history of the GDPR and the meaning behind Data Protection Day, with over 100 live listeners this weeks episode was jam packed with interesting comments in the live chat function, remember, if you would like to get involved and joi
S1 Ep202: Using Data Protection Day as a Catalyst for Awareness in the Workplace
In this week's episode of the Data Protection Made Easy podcast our hosts Joe Kirk and Catarina Santos joined our live audience of over 100 data protection practitioners to share top tips and expert advice on how to use Data Protection Day as a tool to raise awareness. If you would like to access the resources mentioned in this weeks episode, visit the Data Protection People resource centre: Click
S1 Ep201: GDPR Radio - Data Protection News of the Week
Join our hosts Joe Kirk, Catarina Santos and Phil Brining for episode 201 of the Data Protection Made Easy as our hosts share the top news stories from the world of data protection. This is our first GDPR Radio session of 2025 and we have a brilliant line up of events in the near future, make sure to check out the Data Protection People website and look out for any future events. Every episode of
S1 Ep200: Key Data Protection Trends and Challenges for 2025
Join Catarina Santos, Phil Brining, and Joe Kirk for the first Data Protection Made Easy Podcast of the year as they explore the key trends and challenges shaping privacy and cybersecurity in 2025. In this insightful episode, they discuss the legislative changes on the horizon, including updates to PECR and cookie laws, as well as emerging trends in the ever-evolving landscape of data protection a
S1 Ep199: Final Data Protection Made Easy Episode of 2024
In the final Data Protection Made Easy episode of 2024, hosts Jasmine Harrison and Joe Kirk delivered a heartfelt and slightly humorous send-off for Jasmine as she wraps up her incredible four-year journey with Data Protection People. Known as the cornerstone of the podcast for the past two years, Jasmine’s insights, wit, and passion for data protection have been invaluable to both our listeners a
S1 Ep198: Top Data Protection Tips for the Festive Season
In this insightful episode of the Data Protection Made Easy podcast, our hosts Caine Glancy, Phil Brining, and Susanne Reid explore the unique challenges and risks that arise in data protection during the festive period. From heightened phishing attempts disguised as holiday promotions to the increased use of personal devices for work, the holidays bring vulnerabilities that organisations must add
S1 Ep197: GDPR Radio - Data Protection News of the Week
Tune in to our final episode of GDPR Radio in 2024, in this episode our hosts Jasmine Harrison, Joe Kirk and Phil Brining discuss the latest news from the world of data protection. If you enjoyed this episode and would like to join our hosts live on future episodes, please visit our website and register for any of the insightful events we have in the future.
S1 Ep196: Subject Access Requests And The Data Use And Access Bill
Last Friday, the Data Protection Made Easy Podcast tackled one of the most pressing topics in data protection: Subject Access Requests (SARs) and the potential impact of the Digital Usage Access Bill (DUAB). Hosted by Jasmine Harrison, Catarina Santos, and Phil Brining, this session explored how the DUAB might transform how organisations manage SARs and their broader data-handling responsibilitie
S1 Ep195: GDPR Radio - Breaches, Blunders, and Big Tech Battles
In last week’s episode of the Data Protection Made Easy Podcast, we delved into some fascinating real-world cases, discussing not only the latest news in data protection but also hands-on insights from our hosts’ day-to-day work. This lively session shed light on the challenges organisations face when it comes to compliance and data management, as well as the innovative ways our experts help solv
S1 Ep194: It Takes Two - Understanding Data Protection Relationships
In this episode of the Data Protection Made Easy podcast, our hosts Jasmine, Phil, and Joe delved into the complexities of data protection relationships. From Controller-Processor to Controller-Controller connections, they unpacked what every business needs to know to manage these relationships effectively. If you would like to join us on future episodes of the podcast, simply visit the events sec
S1 Ep193: GDPR Radio - The Ripple Effect
Tune in to this episode of the Data Protection Made Easy podcast as our hosts Philip Brining, Joe Kirk and special guest Catarina Santos join together to discuss the news of the week from the world of data protection. If you would like to join us live on future episodes of the podcast you can visit our events page and sign up for any of the brilliant discussions we have on the horizon. If you woul
S1 Ep192: Dangers Of Using Artificial Intelligence In The Workplace
In this episode of the Data Protection Made Easy podcast our hosts Jasmine Harrison, Joe Kirk and Philip Brining discuss the potential data protection risks when using AI in the workplace. If you would like to sign up and tune in to future episodes of the podcast simply visit our events page and register for any of the insightful discussion on the horizon completely free of charge. Upcoming events
S1 Ep191: GDPR Radio A Deep Dive into Data Protection News
In this episode of GDPR Radio our hosts Jasmine Harrison, Phil Brining and Catarina Santos discuss the trending data protection news of the week including:
The ethical concerns about Meta's AI-enhanced Ray-Ban glasses and question GDPR's sufficiency.
Updates from the Information Commissioner's Office and the European Data Protection Board, focusing on children's fingerprint scanning in schools and
S1 Ep190: Digital Footprints: The Ethics and Impact of Tracking and Profiling
Join us on the Data Protection Made Easy podcast as we welcome back Jasmine Harrison, Philip Brining and Joe Kirk for an insightful discussion on the ethics and impact of tracking and profiling. On this weeks episode our hosts discuss, Workplace Monitoring- How companies track employee activities and the balance between ensuring productivity and respecting privacy, and Online Tracking- the methods
S1 Ep189: GDPR Radio - Data Protection News of the Week
Tune in to this weeks episode of the Data Protection Made Easy podcast as our hosts Joe Kirk, Jasmine Harrison and Philip Brining join our live audience of listeners for an episode of GDPR Radio where they discuss the latest news from the world of Data Protection, if you would like to join us on future episodes simply visit our events page and sign up for any of the events we have on the horizon.
S1 Ep188: Navigating International Transfers (Part 2)
Join us on the Data Protection Made Easy podcast as we welcome back Jasmine Harrison, Philip Brining, Joe Kirk, Catarina Santos for an insightful discussion on international data transfers, on this weeks episode our hosts revisit the topic of international transfers, working through the ICOs 10 challenges and sharing expert insights. If you would like to join us live on the podcast visit our event
