Privacy Careers in a World of AI E162

Privacy Careers in a World of AI E162

Author: Punit Bhatia | Data Privacy, Sourcing & EU AI Act Specialist | ISO Standards April 9, 2026 Duration: 32:28

In this episode of the FIT4Privacy Podcast, privacy expert Punit Bhatia speaks with Barry Moult, a longtime data protection professional and mentor to emerging talent.  

 

KEY MOMENTS 

00:00 – AI & Misinformation: Risks of AI content. 

01:42 – Retirement & Mentoring: Barry’s ongoing guidance. 

06:30 – Human Oversight: Why privacy still needs humans. 

10:04 – Mentoring Careers: Advice for newcomers. 

13:21 – Making Privacy Fun: Creative training & gamification. 

18:33 – Career Tips: Networking and practical skills. 

23:26 – Collaboration: Working with cyber & legal experts. 

28:57 – Future of Privacy: AI, careers, and opportunities. 

 

Their conversation explores how AI is changing the privacy landscape, why human judgment still matters, and what new professionals should know when building a career in data protection. 

 

Barry shares practical insights from his decades of experience, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, apprenticeships, and hands-on learning for new privacy professionals.  

 

This episode is a guide for anyone entering privacy, offering actionable advice, career strategies, and a glimpse into how the profession is evolving in the age of AI. 

 

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ABOUT THE GUEST  

Barry Moult is an information governance and data protection consultant who helps people as DPO, trainer, and consultant. Punit was recently won the ICO Excellence in Data Protection Award 2020. Barry founded and chaired the Eastern Region IG Forum since 2003 and is chair of GP-PCN (DPO) National Network 2020   

 

ABOUT THE HOST    

Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach privacy professionals.  

 

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Resources & Links 

 

Guest Links 

Barry Moult https://www.linkedin.com/in/barry-moult-5b028319/?originalSubdomain=uk 

 

GrowSkills (Privacy Courses & Insights) 

• Courses: https://growskills.store/courses/ 

• Insights: https://growskills.store/insights/ 

• Website: https://growskills.store/ 

 

FIT4Privacy 

• Website: https://www.fit4privacy.com 

• Podcast: https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast 

• Blog: https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog 

• YouTube: http://youtube.com/fit4privacy 

 

Punit Bhatia 

• Website: https://www.punitbhatia.com 

 

Books  

• Be Ready for GDPR 

• AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance 

• Intro to GDPR 

• Be an Effective DPO 


Punit Bhatia, an expert in artificial intelligence, privacy, and sourcing, hosts The FIT4Privacy Podcast-AI and Privacy insights in collaboration with Grow Skills Store. Here, the often complex and rapidly changing worlds of data protection and AI are broken down into clear, practical conversations. Each episode delves into specific frameworks like GDPR and ISO standards, while also examining the broader ethical implications and the critical need for digital trust in modern business. The discussions go beyond theory, focusing on actionable insights that professionals can apply directly to their own management and operational challenges. This podcast serves as a vital resource for business leaders and managers navigating this landscape, featuring regular conversations with a variety of industry experts. The dialogue is grounded in real-world application, whether discussing evolving EU regulations or the practical intersection of AI and privacy law. Recognised for its quality, the series consistently ranks highly in its categories. For anyone looking to deepen their understanding of these crucial topics, this podcast offers a reliable and insightful guide through the complexities of compliance, ethics, and technology.
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