Privacy in Practice, brought to you by VeraSafe, is the podcast for actionable insights and real-world strategies for privacy and compliance teams. Hosted by privacy pros Kellie Du Preez and Danie Strachan, each episode unpacks the practical side of compliance and data management, bringing together industry leaders and thought-provoking discussions. Whether you’re leading privacy efforts at your company or just beginning to explore this field, tune in for meaningful conversations that provide a straightforward approach to data privacy and empower listeners to make informed, confident decisions. Privacy isn’t just about regulatory boxes—it’s about fostering trust and resilience in a digital world.
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Beyond the Checkbox: Practical Privacy Strategies for Real-World Compliance
Episode 1
Tuesday, February 11, 2025 • Duration 49:05
In this inaugural episode of Privacy in Practice, hosts Kellie du Preez and Danie Strachan dive into the practical realities of modern privacy compliance. This foundation-setting conversation explores the evolving landscape of data protection, from the challenges of managing processor relationships to the EU AI Act prohibitions that kicked in recently. Whether you're a privacy professional navigating complex regulations or a compliance leader building sustainable programs, this episode offers actionable insights on balancing regulatory demands with business realities. Learn how to approach privacy compliance pragmatically while staying ahead of evolving regulations and emerging privacy challenges.
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Wednesday, February 5, 2025 • Duration 02:20
Privacy in Practice, brought to you by VeraSafe, is the podcast for actionable insights and real-world strategies for privacy and compliance teams. Hosted by privacy pros Kellie du Preez and Danie Strachan, each episode unpacks the practical side of compliance and data management, bringing together industry leaders and thought-provoking discussions.
Privacy vs. Marketing? It Doesn’t Have to Be a Fight, with Sachiko Scheuing
Episode 4
Tuesday, April 8, 2025 • Duration 44:29
What if privacy wasn’t just about compliance but your next competitive edge? In this episode of Privacy in Practice, hosts Kellie du Preez and Danie Strachan sit down with Dr. Sachiko Scheuing, European Privacy and AI Governance Officer at Acxiom. Sachiko reveals how smart businesses are turning privacy compliance into a growth strategy. From digital advertising and customer data use to PETs, data minimization, and AI governance, this conversation dives into how privacy and marketing can work hand-in-hand to build trust and deliver results. Packed with practical insights and real-world stories, this episode is a must-listen for privacy pros and marketing leaders alike.
The Future of Mental Privacy with Kristen Mathews
Episode 3
Tuesday, March 11, 2025 • Duration 36:36
We’ve all had that moment—you think about a thing, and moments later, something related to it appears on your phone, smartwatch, or tablet. In this world of hyper-personalization, do our very thoughts become data opportunities? And can this shift be regulated? In the latest episode of Privacy in Practice, hosts Kellie du Preez and Danie Strachan sit down with Kristen Mathews, Partner at Cooley's Cyber Data Privacy Practice Group, to explore the emerging field of mental privacy and neurotech regulation. From wearable devices capable of detecting brain activity to the complexities of regulating neural data, this eye-opening conversation unpacks the unique privacy challenges—and opportunities—presented by brain-monitoring technologies. Whether you're interested in the future of data protection or want to understand how businesses can responsibly navigate this evolving space, this conversation provides practical insights into the intersection of AI, neurotech, and privacy law.
Integrating IT Know-How into Privacy Law with Peter Jaffe
Episode 2
Tuesday, February 25, 2025 • Duration 40:00
What if you could build a more effective privacy program by bridging the gap between legal requirements and technical implementation? In this episode of Privacy in Practice, we sit down with Peter Jaffe, VP & Sr. Associate General Counsel for Privacy, Technology, Facilities & Operations at National Geographic Society, to explore the critical intersection of privacy law and technology. Peter shares invaluable insights on building privacy programs that work, from finding internal allies and managing stakeholder relationships to navigating the technical aspects of privacy compliance. Whether you're a privacy professional looking to strengthen your technical understanding or a lawyer seeking to make your privacy advice more practical, this episode offers actionable strategies for creating privacy programs that truly serve your organization's needs. Tune in to discover why understanding both the technical and human elements of privacy is crucial for success in a complex regulatory landscape.
Privacy in Clinical Trials with Jim Schneider
Episode 7
Wednesday, July 9, 2025 • Duration 35:08
How do privacy professionals protect patient data in high-risk, life-saving research? In this episode of Privacy in Practice, Jim Schneider, Senior Director of Compliance and Data Privacy at Immunome, offers an introduction to the foundational privacy challenges in clinical trials. From untangling GDPR and HIPAA to navigating global data transfers and the ethics of consent, Jim shares hard-earned insights from over 15 years in biopharma privacy leadership. Whether you're navigating privacy in high-stakes, regulated environments or simply want to understand how theory meets practice, this episode offers thoughtful perspectives.
The Critical Friend: How to Build Privacy Programs That Actually Work with Sean Milford
Episode 6
Wednesday, June 11, 2025 • Duration 44:14
What do you do when your privacy budget is shrinking, your vendors won’t negotiate, and your team is spread thin? In this episode of Privacy in Practice, Sean Milford, Global Head of Data Privacy at Syndigo, shares a pragmatic toolbox of strategies for privacy pros, from making privacy engineering real to simplifying vendor management and data transfers. It’s a masterclass in staying effective, scalable, and sane, no matter your team size or budget.
AI Governance Without the Hype with Shane Witnov
Episode 5
Tuesday, May 20, 2025 • Duration 46:21
How should companies approach AI governance when the laws are still taking shape?
In this episode of Privacy in Practice, Shane Witnov, AI Policy Director at Meta, joins us to share practical insights from years at the intersection of privacy, policy, and technology. He reveals how Meta stays ahead of developing regulations and uses existing privacy frameworks to build robust AI policies that support its safe, ethical use. Whether you're a privacy professional or business leader, this episode is packed with actionable insights that will prepare your organization for the future of AI while protecting your users and brand.
International Data Transfers with Kellie du Preez and Danie Strachan
Episode 8
Tuesday, August 12, 2025 • Duration 57:38
International data transfers are notoriously complex, and while there’s no silver bullet, gaining a better handle on them starts with the right conversation. In this deep-dive episode of Privacy in Practice, hosts Kellie du Preez and Danie Strachan tackle one of privacy's most technical and misunderstood topics. From defining what actually counts as an international data transfer to navigating SCCs, the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework, and transfer impact assessments, this conversation takes a grounded look at a complicated topic. Whether you're dealing with cloud providers, global vendors, or simply trying to understand why TikTok was fined €530 million, this episode provides a practical framework for approaching cross-border data flows with more confidence and clearer direction.
The Arc of a Cyber Incident and Strategies for Enterprise Response, with Lisa Sotto
Episode 14
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 • Duration 50:43
In this episode of Privacy in Practice, hosts Kellie du Preez and Danie Strachan sit down with Lisa Sotto, Chair of the Global Privacy and Cybersecurity Practice at Hunton Andrews Kurth, for a practitioner-level conversation on the full arc of a cyber incident, from first detection through board notification and the regulatory long tail that follows.
Drawing on Lisa’s decades of advising Fortune 500 companies and global regulators, the conversation examines why incident response efforts often fail when confined to IT and how organizations can meet complex international notification requirements with imperfect information.. Lisa breaks down real‑world ransomware negotiation dynamics and touches on the Bybit investigation, which has received significant media attention worldwide, as well as high‑profile cases like the Uber criminal conviction and the Drizly FTC consent order signal for executive accountability. Kellie draws on VeraSafe’s own client experience with cyber insurance and cross-boarder breach notification, while Danie bridges the US liability to Europe’s NIS 2 Directive and its implications for executive oversight.
This episode goes far beyond cybersecurity basics. It’s a strategic, practitioner‑level briefing for leadership teams who need to understand not just how incidents unfold, but how to respond effectively under intense regulatory and operational pressure.