The "Winging It" podcast is an engaging audio series hosted by seasoned experts from The Blue Owl Group. Everyone's got a story about "winging it" - those unch...
Digital Pioneer: Larry Irving's Journey from Queens to the Internet Hall of Fame
Please join us for an insightful conversation with Larry Irving, a transformative figure in American telecommunications policy and 2019 inductee to the Internet Hall of Fame. We explore Larry’s remarkable career path from Capitol Hill staffer to head of the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) during the Clinton Administration. Larry shares his firsthand experience navigating the dawn of Internet policymaking, including his groundbreaking research work and advocacy to popularize awareness of the digital divide - work that continues to shape policy discussions today globally. www.blueowlgrp.com
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The Open Internet Guardian: Mozilla's Linda Griffin on Human-centered Tech Policy in the Age of AI
Join us as we sit down with Linda Griffin, Head of Global Public Policy at Mozilla. Linda shares her remarkable journey from an upbringing on the west coast of Ireland to becoming a leading voice in global tech policy. We explore her career arc, Mozilla's groundbreaking efforts to champion the open Internet, and her current work at the forefront of AI governance and open source AI. Linda offers unique insights on the challenges and opportunities in tech policy and the importance of maintaining human-centered values in our increasingly AI-driven world.
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Bluesky at the Crossroads: Trust, Tech, and Building Tomorrow's Social Web
Aaron Rodericks, Bluesky Social's Head of Trust and Safety, joins Blue Owl Group Senior Advisor Ian Plunkett to discuss how the emerging social platform approaches platform governance. From algorithmic transparency to decentralized content policies, Rodericks shares insights on harnessing technology and building trust-centric systems from day one. www.blueowlgrp.com
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From Political Risk to AI Revolution: A Conversation with Ian Bremmer
Join us for an illuminating conversation with Ian Bremmer, founder of Eurasia Group and one of today's most influential political scientists. Bremmer shares his unconventional journey from the housing projects of Chelsea, Massachusetts to becoming a leading voice in geopolitical analysis. He offers fresh insights on artificial intelligence's impact on global power dynamics and unpacks today's most pressing geopolitical challenges.
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Digital Down Under: Australia's eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman-Grant’s Vision for Online Safety
Join us for an in-depth conversation with Julie Inman-Grant, Australia's eSafety Commissioner. From pioneering work at the world's first online safety regulator to implementing groundbreaking laws targeting cyberbullying and image abuse, Inman-Grant shares how Australia is impacting online safety approaches worldwide. We learn of her unique journey from tech executive to public sector watchdog and explore her interest in advancing "Safety by Design.”Australia’s eSafety Commissioner: https://www.esafety.gov.au/The Blue Owl Group: https://www.blueowlgrp.com/
The "Winging It" podcast is an engaging audio series hosted by seasoned experts from The Blue Owl Group. Everyone's got a story about "winging it" - those uncharted, universal moments we all face – when there’s no playbook, no mentor on speed dial, just your instincts and sheer determination to guide you. On Winging It, we’ll talk to top policymakers, civil society leaders, and tech trailblazers who've been there — and lived to tell the tale. At a time when technology, global democracies, and leadership face unprecedented challenges, we'll explore how today's decision-makers navigate uncertainty, take bold risks, and, yes, sometimes just have to wing it. Find us at -- www.blueowlgrp.com
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