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Guardians of Data

Hosted by Act Now Training · education · EN-US

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About this Podcast:

A show where we explore the world of information law and governance; from privacy and AI to cybersecurity and freedom of information. In each episode we will be speaking with experts and practitioners to unpack the big issues shaping the IG profession.

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What is Guardians of Data about?

A show where we explore the world of information law and governance; from privacy and AI to cybersecurity and freedom of information. In each episode we will be speaking with experts and practitioners to unpack the big issues shaping the IG profession.

Who hosts Guardians of Data?

Guardians of Data is hosted by Act Now Training. The show has published 19 episodes to date.

What has Guardians of Data covered recently?

Recent episodes include "AI Agents: Opportunities, Risks and Legal Responsibilities" (28 October 2026, 41 minutes), "The WASPI Code of Conduct for Information Sharing Protocols" (14 October 2026, 36 minutes), and "Connected Data: A New Approach to Information Sharing" (30 September 2026, 44 minutes).

How often does Guardians of Data publish?

Guardians of Data publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 45 minutes across 19 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Guardians of Data?

Booking probability for Guardians of Data is 28%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Guardians of Data requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Guardians of Data's contact route on record: public web form.

Who should pitch Guardians of Data?

The strongest fits for Guardians of Data are Business & Management Consulting and IT Services & Software Development. Guardians of Data has an education audience.

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Act Now Training hosts Guardians of Data, an education podcast with 19 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #20

    AI Agents: Opportunities, Risks and Legal Responsibilities

    Oct 28, 202641 minS1

    AI agents are widely regarded as the next major evolution in artificial intelligence. From managing workflows and responding to customers to supporting HR, compliance, and operational functions, they are set to...

  • Episode #19

    The WASPI Code of Conduct for Information Sharing Protocols

    Oct 14, 202636 minS1

    In episode 18, we spoke to Professor Mark Mon-Williams about the concept of connected data: how bringing information together can deliver joined-up public services and improve outcomes for children and young people...

  • Episode #18

    Connected Data: A New Approach to Information Sharing

    Sep 30, 202644 minS1

    How can we make better use of the information already held about children to improve their lives? That is the question explored in the latest episode of the Guardians of Data podcast . Ibrahim Hasan is joined by...

  • Episode #16

    Employee Surveillance Without Losing Trust

    Sep 2, 202641 minS1

    In this episode we discuss workplace monitoring of employees. Employers have always made use of the latest technology to monitor employees. In the past this would have involved things like CCTV and telephone monitoring...

  • Episode #15

    Analysing Human Relationships with AI Chatbots

    Aug 19, 202642 minS1

    In recent years, we’ve seen a remarkable shift in the way people use AI chatbots. They are no longer simply tools for answering questions or writing emails. Many people are entering into deep conversations with the...

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  • Episode #14

    Handling AI Generated Information Requests

    Aug 5, 202640 minS1

    If your organisation is being overloaded with AI generated Freedom of Information requests or GDPR Subject Access Requests (SARs) this podcast episode is for you. Some would say AI has democratised and powered access to...

  • Episode #13

    Managing Workplace Data Protection Risks

    Jul 22, 202649 minS1

    The biggest data protection challenges facing organisations do not stem solely from cyber-attacks or AI deployment; they also arise from employees. Sometimes it’s from an innocent mistake; an email sent to the wrong...

  • Episode #12

    The Hidden Algorithms Behind Modern Policing

    Jul 8, 202640 minS1

    In this episode we discuss something that sounds like science fiction, but is already part of everyday policing in the UK; predictive policing. These are tools that use data and algorithms to help the police forecast...

  • Jun 24, 202657 minS1

    In this episode we discuss how AI is reshaping trust, identity, cybersecurity, and organisational accountability. In recent weeks, governments, regulators and cyber security professionals have been gripped by the...

  • Episode #9

    Inside FOI Journalism

    May 27, 202640 minS1

    <p>The Freedom of Information Act 2000 (FOI) is an essential tool for the journalist seeking to hold public institutions to account. But for those handling FOI requests from journalists, the challenge is to balance...

  • May 13, 20261h 13mS1

    <p>Children today are growing up in a world where almost everything they do leaves a data trail. From the apps they use, to the schools they attend and the healthcare they receive; data is being collected, analysed and...

  • Episode #7

    Building Trustworthy and Responsible AI Systems

    Apr 29, 202648 minS1

    <p>“Information governance professionals are the bedrock for deploying good governance of AI. We need to be there at the start of the actual thinking process.”</p><p>Tahir Latif, Global Practice Lead for Data Privacy &...

  • Apr 15, 202637 minS1

    <p>Think about the last time you walked down a busy street, sat in a pub or queued for a train. Now imagine that moment - completely ordinary to you - being filmed by a stranger, uploaded to TikTok or YouTube and...

  • Apr 1, 202646 minS1

    <p>In information governance, there is no substitute for learning from those who have walked the path before us. Experienced IG leaders bring a wealth of knowledge from years at the frontline of data protection and...

  • Mar 18, 202633 minS1

    <p>Every week we read about organisations being hacked, held to ransom or their data being stolen. And the breakout of war in the Middle East has significantly increased the risk of cyber-attack.</p><p>In this podcast...

  • Mar 4, 202649 minS1

    <p>In the past few weeks, we have had a stark reminder of why transparency in public life is a democratic necessity. The US Government’s release of millions of documents linked to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation has...

  • Feb 18, 202637 minS1

    <p>Welcome to episode 2 of the Guardians of Data podcast. This is a show where we explore the world of information law and information governance - from privacy and AI to cybersecurity and freedom of information. In...

  • Episode #1

    In Conversation with Jon Baines

    Feb 4, 202648 minS1

    <p>Welcome to the first episode of Guardians of Data, brought to you by Act Now Training. This is the show where we explore the world of information law and information governance - from privacy and AI to cybersecurity...

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Kirstie Ball

University of St Andrews

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Ilyas Nagdee

Amnesty International UK

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Tahir Latif

Cognizant

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Raz Edwards

Wolverhampton NHS Trust

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