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Serious Privacy Podcast

Privacy is hot, especially in the technology world. Whether you are a professional who wants to learn more about privacy and data protection or someone who just finds this area fascinating, we have you covered with in-depth information on serious privacy topics.

These podcasts, hosted by Dr. K Royal, Paul Breitbarth, and Ralph O’Brien, feature open, unscripted discussions with global privacy professionals (those kitchen tables or back porch conversations) where you get to hear from those on the front lines tackling the newest issues and leading the pack. Get real and current information — because the world needs serious privacy.

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  • K Royal is a nurse turned attorney who also has a PhD in public affairs. This, in combination with her background, provides her a unique foundation from which to approach global privacy and cybersecurity law. Having been in privacy for years before it became a recognized career field – she has a wealth of experience and a rich professional perspective.

  • Paul Breitbarth is a data protection lawyer from the Netherlands. He currently works as Data Protection Lead for Catawiki, Europe’s leading online platform for special objects. In addition, Paul is Senior Visiting Fellow at Maastricht University’s European Centre on Privacy and Cybersecurity, and serves as Member of the Data Protection Board of the European Patent Office.

  • Ralph has over 25 years of experience helping organizations to prevent data harms. Founder of REINBO Consulting Ltd. He remains at the forefront of the privacy sector, having built a career around making the intricacies of Data Protection, Privacy & Security management understandable. He is a consultant and trainer, and moved into Policy work, enjoying passing on his passion for privacy, by translating often complicated legal concepts, into sustainable business processes. Ralph has contributed to British, international and global standards on Data Protection, Information security and Data Protection by Design.

Featured episodes

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Out of the AI Frying Pan (with Joanne Furtsch)

Join Serious Privacy as experts dive into AI’s impact on privacy, innovation, and data protection. Insightful, practical, and a must-listen!

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Villains, Visions, and Val – Welcome 2025 (with Val Ilchenko)

Kick off the new year on Global Data Privacy Day! Paul, Ralph, and Dr. K chat with Val Ilchenko on privacy past, present, and future.

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