I appeared on the Progress Canada Podcast on June 11, 2026. In the episode, I discussed online safety and the proposed social media ban for children under 16, privacy and surveillance concerns surrounding Bill C-22, and Canada’s approach to AI policy and digital sovereignty. The link to the episode is […]
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Progress Canada Podcast: Michael Geist | Online Safety, Digital Surveillance, and Canada’s AI Future
The Loonie Hour: Canada’s State Surveillance Bill w/ guest Michael Geist
I appeared on The Loonie Hour podcast on May 29, 2026. In the episode, we discussed Bill C-22, lawful-access powers, and why the proposed framework raises concerns about privacy and state surveillance. The link to the episode is here.
Closer Look: Why banning kids from social media is a terrible idea
I appeared on the Closer Look podcast on May 3, 2026. In the episode, we discussed proposals to ban children from social media, whether age restrictions are likely to work, and the privacy and enforcement problems they may create. The link to the episode is here.
No Nonsense with Pamela Wallin: What is Ottawa up to Online with Michael Geist
I appeared on the No Nonsense podcast hosted by Pamela Wallin on March 19, 2026. In the episode, we discussed the government’s push for greater control over online speech and the privacy implications of such measures. The link to the episode is here.
Digital Health in Canada: Health Data Sovereignty: Systems, Safeguards, Strategy
I appeared on the Digital Health in Canada podcast on February 23, 2026. In the episode, we discussed health-data sovereignty in the AI era, the risks of cross-border data flows, and safeguards for protecting sensitive health information. The link to the episode is here.
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