AI & Emerging Tech Risk Episodes

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April 29, 2026

Data Sovereignty, AI Risk & Ethical Tech with Samantha Simms

Privacy used to be the conversation. Now everyone's chasing AI, and the data rights of billions of people are getting left behind in the rush. In this episode of MY GRC POV, I sit down with Samantha Simms, a digital compliance attorney, AI strategist, and global thought leader, for a wide-ranging conversation on what privacy really means in the digital age, why GRC professionals need to stop overcomplicating their message, and what it actually looks like to lead on data ethics at a global sca...
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April 1, 2026

AI, Compliance, and Risk Ownership with Brandyn McLeod

In this episode of My GRC POV, host Monica Reagor engages with Brandy McLeod to discuss the intersection of AI, automation, and risk ownership. They explore the rapid adoption of AI in organizations, the challenges it presents in compliance and governance, and the importance of maintaining human interaction in decision-making processes. The conversation highlights the need for stronger regulatory frameworks, the common mistakes organizations make in AI implementation, and the evolving role...
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March 4, 2026

Cyber Risk Is a Myth. Are You Framing Risk in Business Terms? with Kayne McGladrey

In this episode of My GRC POV, host Monica Reagor engages with Kayne McGladrey, a seasoned cybersecurity advisor, to discuss the intersection of governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) with cybersecurity and AI. They explore the importance of effective communication between cybersecurity leaders and business executives, the evolving landscape of cyber risk as a business condition, and the necessity of data classification in AI governance. Kayne shares insights on the execution gaps in defense and...
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Aug. 5, 2025

The Rise of GRC Engineering with AJ Yawn

In this episode, Monica Reagor interviews AJ Yawn, a thoughtleader in GRC and cybersecurity. They discuss AJ's journey into GRC, the importance of technical skills, and the role of Python in GRC engineering. AJ emphasizes the need for GRC professionals to build relationships, shift from checkbox compliance to business value, and start small when implementing GRC engineering principles. The conversation highlights the exciting future of GRC engineering and the importance of education and mentorsh...
Guest: AJ Yawn