Best Opsec Podcasts (2024)

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016 - Privacy Discussion with Tyler from EasyOptOuts 1:06:58

7d ago1:06:58

1:06:58

In this episode, we have a special guest, Tyler Murphy, co-founder of EasyOptOuts, a data removal service focused on helping people remove their personal information from publicly accessible people search sites. Tyler discusses the inspiration behind EasyOptOuts, the challenges of maintaining privacy in a world of constant data breaches, and offers…

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015 - NPD202401 (National Public Data Breach) and Windows 11 27:16

14d ago27:16

27:16

In today’s show, I discuss the National Public Data (NPD) breach, which contains 2.7 billion records, including the social security numbers of US residents. I cover how to check if your SSN is part of the breach and emphasize the importance of setting up a credit freeze for yourself and your kids. I also explore some useful tools for searching larg…

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014 - Social Media, OPSEC for OSINT, and AI Security 21:27

1M ago21:27

21:27

This week I respond to a few listener questions, primarily around the use of social media as a privacy enthusiast. Love it or hate it, you can guess which camp I'm in, social media like LinkedIn has almost become a requirement for job searches, employers, and connecting with other professionals. I also touch on OPSEC for OSINT, a new talk track I a…

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013: iCloud Private Relay, Complete pfSense Guide, and Privacy for Kids 50:34

2M ago50:34

50:34

In this week’s show, I take a deeper dive into Apple’s iCloud Private Relay, discussing who should and who shouldn’t use it. I then discuss my latest article, “The Complete Setup Guide to pfSense for Privacy and Security,” and the benefits of an always-on VPN. Lastly, for those who are parents, I offer a discussion on privacy for kids and some non-…

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012: Back to the Basics, Back to the iPhone, Authy API Abuse 32:34

2M ago32:34

32:34

This week we go back to the basics of privacy and security for the average Joe or Jane, and discuss the latest iPhone settings for privacy. I also discuss the Twilio Authy API abuse that resulted in 33 million phone numbers for Authy accounts being exposed. Huge thank you to the Patreon supporters! In this week's episode: Back to the basics Advice …

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011 - Living Like a Recluse, Living Trusts, GrapheneOS, and Listener Questions 53:13

4M ago53:13

53:13

After escaping to the mountains and living like a recluse for the past few months, I am back. In this week's show, I discuss my latest experiences in purchasing a home and titling in a living trust, along with the potential obstacles with title deeds and mortgage lenders, and avoiding data breaches with utility companies. I also revisit GrapheneOS …

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010 - Alternatives to Authy, SANS OSINT Summit, and Selling your Soul to CLEAR 37:07

6M ago37:07

37:07

In this week's show, I discuss CLEAR's intrusive privacy policy and highlight alternatives to Authy using KeePass, with a privacy friendly solution for scanning QR codes. I also address the common mistakes people make when backing up their MFA codes. Additionally, I share some of the highlights from attending the SANS OSINT Summit in Washington, D.…

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009 - Data Broker Sites and a Conversation with Lawrence Gentilello from Optery 53:55

7M ago53:55

53:55

In today's show, I have a conversation with Lawrence Gentilello, the CEO and Founder of Optery, a personal data removal service. Lawrence shares his own experiences with identity theft and what motivated him to start Optery. We also discuss the future of privacy in the United States, Utah's new privacy law, the Utah Consumer Privacy Act (UCPA), and…

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008 - Anonymity with TOR, Data Removals, and Mozilla Monitor 23:15

7M ago23:15

23:15

In this weeks show I discuss some of the concerns of using TOR over a VPN, and take another look at data removal from people search sites, including a look at Mozilla Monitor, a new service for data removal from the makers of Firefox. I'll also discuss the importance of freezing your credit and putting the title of your home into a revocable living…

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Revolutionising Compliance and Auditing in the Food Industry with Digital Catapult 28:50

7M ago28:50

28:50

In this podcast we speak to Ellen Moorehead and Scott Grant about ubloquity’s Innovative Leap with Digital Catapult and McColgan's Quality Foods. ubloquity, a frontrunner in distributed ledger technology solutions based in Banbridge, Northern Ireland, is helping transform data management in the food industry. Our flagship paVe platform is not just …

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IMPOSTER SYNDROME | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES 20:45

8M ago20:45

20:45

In this Friday Field Notes episode of The Lockdown, I share my experience with imposter syndrome, and compare practical privacy approaches with extreme measures, inspired by my move to the USA. Follow on Twitter (X): @privacypod Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/TheLockdown This episode was recorded on January 31, 2024 In this week's episod…

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007 - Defensive OSINT, Privacy on the Road, More Aliases, and Face Morphing 52:12

8M ago52:12

52:12

This week, I introduce Defensive OSINT, address privacy concerns while on the road, and examine the intricacies of alias usage and AI-based face morphing for photo alteration. Sharing insights from my recent travels, I highlight the need for vigilance and innovative strategies for maintaining privacy on the go. The episode explores the pros and con…

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006 - When you Lose your Phone, Nextcloud, and Backups with Restic and Backblaze B2 42:26

9M ago42:26

42:26

In this week's episode, it's time to wrap up 2023 with another look at Privacy.com, and my strategies for avoiding bank account lockout. I delve into the CIA Triad, breaking down its relevance to everyday privacy concerns. The episode also takes a practical turn with a guide on using FindMyDevice on GrapheneOS, and the FindMyDevice feature on the G…

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COIFFEUR EXTRAORDINAIRE - Waiting for Legros with Director Lance Lucero 58:46

9M ago58:46

58:46

COIFFEUR EXTRAORDINAIRE - Waiting for Legros is the spinoff of BOB: The Non-Union Psychic. Director Lance Lucero teased the story of Legros the last time he was on. For more on that click here. Now, Lance found some time between festivals to tell us what it was like bringing a figure from history to life in COIFFEUR EXTRAORDINAIRE - Waiting for Leg…

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005 - Brave vs Firefox, and When Privacy Goes Wrong 30:07

10M ago30:07

30:07

In this week’s show, Ray Heffer gives a farewell to Michael Bazzell's Privacy, Security, and OSINT show. Also, speculation about living in a faraday cage continues, and the reasons Firefox is still better than Brave for privacy and security. Ray also talks about when privacy techniques go wrong, with his lockout from Privacy.com. Follow on Twitter …

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ZERO TRUST | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES 13:39

11M ago13:39

13:39

In this week’s FRIDAY FIELD NOTES, Ray Heffer discusses the Zero Trust security model, a framework that's revolutionizing how organizations protect their critical systems and data. Diving into the depths of cybersecurity, we clear up common myths and misinterpretations surrounding Zero Trust, illuminating its role as not just a defensive strategy b…

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Alan Lowry, CEO at ESF - smart street furniture to charge your phone to recycled plastic thanks to The Wombles 22:03

11M ago22:03

22:03

Alan Lowry is the CEO at ESF - a serial entrepreneur and award winning director, he is also an expert in overseas trade and export sales. He is an export champion for the Department of Business and Trade, and Chair of Federation of Small Businesses in Northern Ireland. Having worked and travelled all over the world, he is now based in Northern Irel…

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004 - The Psychology of Social Engineering 20:15

11M ago20:15

20:15

Welcome to episode four of The Lockdown - The Practical Privacy and Security podcast. Follow on Twitter (X): @privacypod Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/TheLockdown This episode was recorded on November 06, 2023 This week's episode: 1. I'm back! 2. Traveling to London and Los Angeles 3. A major privacy invasion for Jennifer Lawrence 4. Th…

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Talking Grave Vengeance and Wild Worlds with Mitch Larkins — Episode #113 59:12

12M ago59:12

59:12

Mitch Larkins is a fiction writer and the author of ⁠Wild Worlds: Looking For Group (Wild Worlds: Book 3), ⁠⁠Crash Course: A LitRPG Novel: Wild Worlds: World 1, ⁠Grave Vengeance from NE1World, and a contributor to the anthology Perspectives from ASAP Imagination. Mitch can talk about Superman, Spider-Man, and Star Wars for as much time as you have …

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Alex Alexander, Xoots founder, experienced CPTO/CTO, and all round nice guy 23:20

1y ago23:20

23:20

Alex is an internationally experienced CTO/CPTO leading diverse global technology teams for major companies. He has led seven technology transformations, achieving top quartile performance and accelerating profitable growth. Starting in software development, Alex rose to head of Retail Banking technology at a leading UK internet startup bank. He la…

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Christian Prosperie Talks Cosmic Horror, Astral Frontier, and Perspectives — Episode #112 1:23:52

1y ago1:23:52

1:23:52

Christian Prosperie was first introduced to ASAP Imagination through the anthology Perspectives. Not only did he get to share a brilliant story that benefited the dyspraxia foundation, but Christian was inspired to publish a collection of short stories in the anthology Across the Astral Frontier. Space is not a natural environment for humans and th…

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Talking About Welcome to Mansfield with Writer A.R. Farina — #111 1:49:25

1y ago1:49:25

1:49:25

A.R. Farina is a writer, colleague, and friend who has invited me to appear on his podcast Indie Comics Spotlight to talk about comics. We've had great conversations, but during it all one of the things we never talked about is how A.R. Farina has been writing novels. Many novels. The wait is over and I had the great fortune of being one of the fir…

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Talking OPSEC, ASAP Imagination, and Scary Dolls with Nemesis — #110 1:15:23

1y ago1:15:23

1:15:23

DW Howard (Nemesis) is the third member of the team building the connected universe of ASAP Imagination. I was introduced to the concept by L.A. Cunningham during a discussion about her book BABIES WITH RABIES. Then I spoke with HAYDES who explained how he founded ASAP Imagination and began collaborating with Nemesis and L.A. This time around, Neme…

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Helping reduce burden on meat exporters by harnessing blockchain & IoT, with Ellen Moorehead 18:45

1+ y ago18:45

18:45

Ellen Moorehead is ubloquity's award winning agri tech manager. A farmer herself she knows first hand how bureaucratic processes and paperwork add complexity and cost when seeking to move animals across borders. In her role at ubloquity and as the coordinator of a new consortium - TETA - she is helping lead the way by testing innovative processes, …

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Interview with Najaf Gillani OpSec Security’s Chief Software Development Officer 33:38

1+ y ago33:38

33:38

Najaf Gillani has over 20 years of experience running Global Software Engineering teams working for eCommerce giants like eBay, Walmart, & technology disruptors like Openwave systems. He is now OpSec Security’s Chief Software Development Officer. OpSec Security, is a global leader in physical and digital anti-counterfeiting and brand protection sol…

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Dog Eaters with Malcolm Wong — Episode #109 1:21:34

1+ y ago1:21:34

1:21:34

Malcolm Wong is an Award-winning screenwriter, writer, creator, and producer of the graphic novel, DOG EATERS. Malcolm's Bio invites you to consider what if... Mankind failed to transcend the Petroleum Age. 175 years after the Die Off, civilization consists of scattered nomadic tribes, isolated casino cities, and roving packs of predatory bandits. …

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How can food regulators harness blockchain technology & IoT by collaborating more with industry? 28:25

1+ y ago28:25

28:25

In this podcast we discuss the challenge of needing more regulation to ensure our food is safe to eat, while recognising there are less resources for regulators to carry out 'in-person' checks. We explore the potential for new and emerging technologies like blockchain and IoT devices, to help tackle the problem, while making the entire system bette…

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Darknet Demystified & Darknet Diaries FULL 3 hour - E6 - Sam Bent aka DoingFedTime aka 2happytimes2 3:03:41

1+ y ago3:03:41

3:03:41

In today's podcast of Darknet Demystified, we are going be doing something a bit different. We are going to be listening to my story. I was interviewed on Darknet Diaries, and Jack, kindly let me have the full interview to post for you all, so I am sharing that today here!

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003 - The Invisible Net, and Why I use GrapheneOS 25:49

1+ y ago25:49

25:49

Welcome to episode three of The Lockdown - The Practical Privacy and Security podcast. Follow on Twitter (X): @privacypod Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/TheLockdown This episode was recorded on April 09, 2023 This week's episode: 1. The case of Zachary McCoy 2. Why do all this? 3. The Apple Ecosystem 4. My experience with GrapheneOS Get …

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Talking with Lance Lucero about BOB: The Non-Union Psychic — Episode #108 1:07:10

1+ y ago1:07:10

1:07:10

It's not easy making your way in the world. For a non-union psychic like BOB, well, I'll let you hear it directly from the Warehouse 9 Productions website. "This is not your usual paranormal adventure. This is about the rise of a new kind of hero. Or, rather, the reluctant rise of a hero… Meet Bob Holbreck – Renegade Psychic, Professional Hairstyli…

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002 - The Lastpass Breach and Recommended Password Managers 43:18

1+ y ago43:18

43:18

Welcome to episode two of The Lockdown - Practical Privacy and Security podcast. In this episode I share the saga of the LastPass breach, and my thoughts on password managers and authenticator apps. Follow on Twitter (X): @privacypod Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/TheLockdown This episode was recorded on March 19, 2023 This week's episod…

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Darknet Demystified - Narcoboss aka DNMKingpin - S01E05 43:46

1+ y ago43:46

43:46

In today's podcast of Darknet Demystified we are going to discuss the various Operational Security fails and information security fails that a Darknet vendor which ended up leading to their identification and arrest. throughout the podcast, we will also discuss in depth various topics of why what they did was wrong and what they should have done in…

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Oran O'Flynn founder of Soul Search - a blockchain enabled verification platform 20:11

1+ y ago20:11

20:11

Oran O'Flynn is the CEO and founder of Soul Search, having graduated from University College Cork with a degree in chemical engineering. But even while he was still at school he was innovating, and was lucky to be one of 50 students from across the globe to spend two weeks at NASA in Houston, Texas planning a mission to Mars. Soul Search is a start…

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001 - Stalkerware and the Data Collector 28:03

1+ y ago28:03

28:03

Follow on Twitter (X): @privacypod Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/TheLockdown This episode was recorded on March 10, 2023 Show Links: Stalkerware: https://www.theregister.com/2023/02/07/stalkerware_developer_fined/ IntelTechniques (List of People Search Sites): https://inteltechniques.com/workbook.html This week's privacy tips: 1. Privac…

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Award winning innovator, Ineke Rentmeesters ubloquity COO 19:39

1+ y ago19:39

19:39

Ine is an inspirational leader. One of the co-founders of ubloquity, she is highly skilled at managing complex, global IT projects. Last Thursday she was recognised as a leading innovator at a gala event in Belfast at the Women in Business Awards. Under her COO leadership, Ine has been instrumental in the scoping and project delivery of ubloquity’s…

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Talking with HAYDES and ASAP Imagination — Episode #107 1:28:43

1+ y ago1:28:43

1:28:43

I first heard about HAYDES (P. Hayden) from L.A.Cunningham. When HAYDES and I sat down for a chat we explored the connections between poetry, stand-up, and comics, a shared appreciation of WildStorm's The Authority, and cost-efficient cosplay. But that was just scratching the surface. Hear all about the birth of a comics publisher, ASAP's connected…

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Longest Running Darknet Vendor: TripWithScience 48:38

1+ y ago48:38

48:38

In today's podcast of Darknet Demystified we are going to discuss the various Operational Security fails and information security fails that a Darknet vendor which ended up leading to their identification and arrest. Throughout the podcast, we will also discuss in depth various topics of why what they did was wrong and what they should have done in…

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Writer Interview with L.A. Cunningham — Episode #106 1:23:01

1+ y ago1:23:01

1:23:01

L.A. Cunningham never wanted to be a writer when she was a kid. In fact, she has a funny habit of saying no. But then she also has a habit of saying yes, after first saying no, and the result has been nothing short of brilliant. It starts with BABIES WITH RABIES - An ABC Survival Guide. In the event that babies become infected with rabies and try t…

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Darknet Demystified - E003 - Bad Darknet Vendor OpSec Case Study: TrustedTraphouse 42:47

1+ y ago42:47

42:47

In today's podcast of Darknet Demystified, we will discuss the various Operational Security fails, and information security fails that a Darknet vendor and his two accomplices made, leading to their identification and arrest. Throughout the podcast, we will also discuss in depth various topics of why what they did was wrong and what they should hav…

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Darknet Demystified - E002 - Google Alerts, ChatGPT Malware, Feds get owned, BART cops get hacked and data sold on the darknet, my favorite story of cops 37:23

1+ y ago37:23

37:23

In this video, we dive deeply into information gathering and online security. We discuss configuring your information gathering using tools like Google Alerts, and RSS feeds. We explore the often overlooked issue of federal government trash OpSec and the consequences that can arise from poor online security practices. We address the topic of ChatGP…

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Darknet Demystified - Crypto Address Poisoning, New I2P version, Stolen Crypto 21:45

1+ y ago21:45

21:45

Darknet Demystified is a podcast that delves into the mysterious world of the darknets, hacking, cybersecurity and cryptocurrency. Sam Bent the host is a exDarknet Vendor and Darknet Market Admin, who has extensive IT, Infosec and OpSec experience. He is also a paralegal who litigated his way out of federal prison. He is a defcon speaker, who gave …

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Kameron White — Artist Interview — Milestone Initiative — Episode #105 1:31:11

2y ago1:31:11

1:31:11

This all started way back in March of this year. It is now December 1, 2022. I know that patience is sometimes called a virtue, but in this case, I believe it is also a value, and like all things so much more. This conversation is a gift. It's the kind of experience I hope to leave behind every time. And like every conversation that has come before…

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Video Interview with Artist Aditya Bidikar 1:55:30

2y ago1:55:30

1:55:30

Aditya Bidikar has published short stories for Image Comics, Obverse Books, Scholastic Nova, and Kindle and short comic stories for Razorblades, Level 10 Comics, and Mid-Day. His brilliant lettering work has appeared in over 100 titles from The Department of Truth and Batman to Coffin Bound and the Witcher evokes stunning designs that bring the tex…

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Interview with Doug Heintzman, Chief Catalyst Blockchain Research Institute 18:08

2y ago18:08

18:08

Doug Heintzman is the Chief Catalyst at the Blockchain Research Institute, a role that sees him travel the world sprinkling pixie dust and encouraging things to happen that otherwise may not and then to help them grow more quickly. He's been in the technology sector for 30+ years, and spent nearly 25 of those at IMB. He believes the role of the Blo…

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Interview with employee number 1, Ellen Marks, one to watch in women in tech 15:01

2y ago15:01

15:01

Ellen was ubloquity's official first ever employee and recently celebrated her first year in the role. 12 months in any startup is a long time and this is no exception. Ellen reflects on the role she started doing, and how she and the company have developed in such a short space of time. In her first year she has trained as a scrum master and been …

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Interview with John Breen, solution architect at ubloquity 15:07

2y ago15:07

15:07

John joined ubloquity following a wide and varied career in information technology stretching back 38 years. He is always learning new technologies having worked in industries like financial services and banking, physical security, and time management systems. When he first came across ubloquity and considered taking up a new role, what interested …

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Interview with Peter Bracher, Supply Chain In-Sites (SCI) 17:12

2y ago17:12

17:12

Peter Bracher is a highly experienced food auditor and compliance expert having started out in life in the UK as a government environmental health officer, before moving into retail for Tesco then Asda. Having left Asda, Peter helped the richest man in Asia Mukesh Ambani set up a retail empire in India, before moving to NSF and setting up its Asian…

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Artist Interview with Aditya Bidikar — Episode #104 1:55:10

2y ago1:55:10

1:55:10

Aditya Bidikar has published short stories for Image Comics, Obverse Books, Scholastic Nova, and Kindle and short comic stories for Razorblades, Level 10 Comics, and Mid-Day. His brilliant lettering work has appeared in over 100 titles from The Department of Truth and Batman to Coffin Bound and the Witcher evokes stunning designs that bring the tex…

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ubloquity celebrates its first birthday with cofounder Kieran Kelly 6:50

2y ago6:50

6:50

Dom Burch caught up with cofounder and CTO Kieran Kelly on a whirlwind first 12 months of ubloquity. Kieran shares his pride of seeing the vision he and his cofounders had 18 months ago coming to fruition. ubloquity has quadrupled in size, signed an exclusive three-year partnership with Fujitsu, and built a food provenance platform for one of the w…

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Interview with Louise Manning Professor of Sustainable Agri-food Systems 18:30

2y ago18:30

18:30

Louise Manning, PhD, has worked as an academic, management consultant, lecturer and business and personal coach for thirty-five years addressing business management, quality assurance, brand equity, food safety, animal welfare, corporate social responsibility, ethical issues, and environmental protection. She is passionate about food and transparen…

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