About 

Hobby Talks is a podcast series from the Hobby School of Public Affairs produced in partnership with the Center for Student Media at the University of Houston. Hosted by Dean Jim Granato and Hobby School faculty, the podcast features timely conversations on politics and policy with experts, scholars and those guiding the most complex challenges facing our region and state.  

Launched in Nov. 2024, Hobby Talks expands the school’s access to thought-provoking discussions and encourages cross-disciplinary dialogue on relevant issues. 

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New episodes premiere during the fall and spring semesters. Tune in on Apple, Spotify or your favorite podcast app. 

Episodes

Inside Texas Internet Privacy Laws with Tyler Bridegan

Texas has emerged as a national leader in online privacy enforcement, securing historic settlements with Google and Meta aimed at curbing unlawful data collection. Hobby Talks returns this fall with Tyler Bridegan of the Texas Attorney General's office providing insights into the Lone Star State's comprehensive enforcement strategies and approach to enhancing consumer protections. Bridegan will guide listeners through the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act, holding major technology companies accountable and what's next for the broader privacy landscape and the security of all Texans in an evolving digital world. The episode will be available on Oct. 6.

About the Speaker
Tyler Bridegan is the director of privacy and tech enforcement for the Texas Attorney General's office, where he oversees the implementation and enforcement of the state's slate of privacy and technology-related laws. Bridegan also oversees investigations into various companies, practices and technologies under Texas's laws and federal consumer protection laws that grant states enforcement authority.