Show Notes:
In this episode of The Culture Compute Podcast, host Sai Gattupalli, Ph.D. is joined by Dr. Leslie Gruis, a mathematician, privacy expert, and former NSA intelligence officer, to explore the critical intersection of privacy, national security, and education in our digital age.
Together, they discuss:
The evolution of privacy rights in America and their connection to democratic freedoms
How 30 years at the NSA shaped her understanding of the balance between security and civil liberties
The role of "Privacy Pirates" – tech companies that exploit personal data for profit
Privacy challenges facing K-12 students and educators in digital learning environments
The ethical implications of surveillance technology in schools and society
Strategies for protecting student privacy while leveraging educational technology
The importance of privacy literacy in STEM education and beyond
Dr. Gruis brings a unique perspective as both a national security veteran and privacy advocate, offering insights into how we can protect the next generation's digital rights while maintaining educational innovation.
Featured Guest:
Dr. Leslie GruisAuthor of "The Privacy Pirates" and "Privacy: Past, Present, and Future"Former NSA Intelligence Officer and MathematicianPh.D. in Applied Mathematics and Engineering Sciences, Northwestern University
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-gruis-b8060b141/
Resources Mentioned in the Episode:
"The Privacy Pirates: How Your Privacy Is Being Stolen and What You Can Do About It"
"Privacy: Past, Present, and Future"
Dr. Gruis' speaking engagements and privacy advocacy work
Connect with the Culture Compute Podcast:Email: sgattupalli@umass.eduWebsite: https://culturecomputepod.com/YouTube: Equations & Echoes - Educational Science Songs
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Host: Sai Gattupalli
University of Massachusetts Amherst - Advanced Learning Technologies Lab
Website: https://www.gattupalli.com/
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