I appeared on BTC Sessions on June 11, 2026, where I discussed Bill C-22, including concerns about mandatory metadata retention, encryption and security risks, and the legislation’s broader implications for privacy and constitutional rights. The link to the video can be found here.
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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.
The Line: Are we the digital baddies?
I appeared on The Line on March 10, 2026, where I discussed Canada’s digital laws and their trade implications, the prospect of regulating AI chatbots through online harms legislation, and privacy concerns surrounding Bill C-4’s proposed exemption for political parties. The link to the video can be found here.
Robson Hall’s Distinguished Visitors Lecture Series: Dr. Michael Geist on Canada’s Digital Policy Failure
I appeared on the Robson Hall’s Distinguished Visitors Lecture Series on October 7, 2025. There, I discussed Canada’s digital-policy failures, including the need for a more coherent approach to digital governance. The link to the video can be found here.
No Nonsense with Pamela Wallin: Digital IDs and the Dangers of a Surveillance State with Michael Geist
I appeared on the No Nonsense podcast hosted by Pamela Wallin on October 1, 2025. In the episode, we discussed digital identity systems, privacy, and the risk that expanded identification and data collection could create a broader surveillance infrastructure. The link to the episode is here.
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