Data Xposure: The Podcast for Data Risk Leaders

Exterro

What’s hiding in your data could cost you everything. Data Xposure is Exterro’s biweekly podcast for senior legal, privacy, compliance, and digital forensics professionals navigating the ever-evolving landscape of data risk. Each 20-minute episode dives into the headlines—major breaches, court cases, enforcement actions—and unpacks the real breakdowns behind the news: misaligned policies, siloed systems, and operational blind spots. Through narrative storytelling and expert interviews, we connect the dots between real-world failures and the proactive strategies used by successful organizations to avoid them. Designed for leaders who want to elevate their influence, sharpen their risk posture, and lead with confidence, Data Xposure cuts through the noise to deliver urgent, actionable insight—with a tone that’s curious, clear, and grounded in reality. If you're responsible for managing data risk across legal, IT, security, or compliance—this is your front-row seat to the moments where strategy meets consequence. 🎧 New episodes every two weeks. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

  1. Overcoming the ‘What If We Need It?’ Mindset: Building a Culture of Defensible Deletion | Data Xposure - Ep 12

    4D AGO

    Overcoming the ‘What If We Need It?’ Mindset: Building a Culture of Defensible Deletion | Data Xposure - Ep 12

    What’s really driving your data retention decisions: policy, or fear? In this episode of Exterro's Data Xposure podcast, host Fahad Diwan sits down with Ryan Zilm, Director of Information Governance & Privacy at H2O America and former ARMA International President, to confront one of the most common and dangerous cultural defaults inside large enterprises: “What if we need it?” Ryan shares the story of leading a large-scale ROT (redundant, obsolete, trivial) cleanup campaign and the deeper lesson it revealed: organizations don’t struggle with deletion because of technology they struggle because of mindset. What starts as hesitation quickly compounds into expanded discovery scope, unnecessary legal hold complexity, regulatory exposure, and a broader attack surface for security teams. Through real-world examples of stakeholder resistance, executive alignment, and hard-earned leadership lessons, Ryan explains how to replace fear-based retention with defensible, policy-driven deletion. For legal, privacy, and security leaders under pressure to reduce risk without increasing resources, this episode reframes deletion as a strategic control, not a reckless act. What You’ll Walk Away With: A clear understanding of how the “What if we need it?” mindset increases litigation, regulatory, and breach exposure.Practical strategies for shifting organizational culture from data hoarding to defensible deletion.Because in today’s enterprise, keeping everything isn’t safe, it’s risky. Thanks for tuning in to the latest episode of Data Xposure. Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an update. For show notes, resources, and to connect with us, visit exterro.com/data-exposure-podcast/

    35 min
  2. Playbook-Driven Litigation Readiness: The Strategy Legal Leaders Can’t Skip | Data Xposure - Ep 11

    FEB 17

    Playbook-Driven Litigation Readiness: The Strategy Legal Leaders Can’t Skip | Data Xposure - Ep 11

    Litigation isn’t slowing down—and the stakes are only getting higher. In this episode of Data Xposure, host Jenny Hamilton, Exterro’s Chief Legal Officer, is joined by Patrick Butts, Director of Legal Operations and Information Governance at Hilltop Securities, to explore what it really means to be litigation ready in today’s data-driven world. They go beyond reactive crisis response to reveal why a smart, end-to-end playbook is essential—not just for legal efficiency, but for enterprise risk management. From proactive data governance to streamlined eDiscovery workflows, Patrick shares how leading organizations are building litigation systems that are scalable, defensible, and built to perform under pressure. Why it Matters: Litigation readiness is a strategic imperative. Without the right systems in place, organizations face rising legal costs, regulatory exposure, and reputational damage. This episode delivers actionable insights for legal, IT, and compliance professionals ready to lead from the front. Thanks for tuning in to the latest episode of Data Xposure. Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an update. For show notes, resources, and to connect with us, visit exterro.com/data-exposure-podcast/

    28 min
  3. The Human Side of Readiness: Coaching Legal, IT, and Security Teams for Litigation Success | Data Xposure - Episode 10

    FEB 3

    The Human Side of Readiness: Coaching Legal, IT, and Security Teams for Litigation Success | Data Xposure - Episode 10

    In this episode of Data Xposure, host Jenny Hamilton sits down with Rasheedah Bilal, a senior litigation and eDiscovery leader at Bill.com, to explore an often-overlooked factor in litigation readiness: your team’s ability to execute under pressure, with the resources and people you already have. Drawing from Rasheedah’s journey from the military to the classroom to the corporate legal world, this conversation dives deep into what it really means to be "ready." It’s not about chasing the perfect resourcing model, it’s about coaching people toward their strengths, bridging gaps across departments, and leading with trust, especially when expectations don’t match reality. Jenny and Rasheedah unpack how misaligned roles, unclear responsibilities, and rigid expectations can stall progress in high-stakes matters, and what leaders can do to build cross-functional muscle memory between legal, IT, and security. Because at the end of the day, litigation success isn’t just about tools or processes. It’s about people and how well they work together when it counts. Thanks for tuning in to the latest episode of Data Xposure. Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an update. For show notes, resources, and to connect with us, visit exterro.com/data-exposure-podcast/

    48 min
  4. Beyond Breach: Why Data Loss Prevention Is Every Leader’s Problem | Data Xposure - Episode 9

    JAN 21

    Beyond Breach: Why Data Loss Prevention Is Every Leader’s Problem | Data Xposure - Episode 9

    On this episode of Data Xposure, forensic expert Robert Fried joins host Justin Tolman to unpack what true data loss prevention (DLP) requires in today’s volatile environment. This isn’t about box-checking software—it’s about building systems that protect your organization’s most sensitive assets without grinding operations to a halt. Drawing from decades of frontline investigations, Fried shares why many companies fail to detect—or properly respond to data leaks, and how legal, security, and compliance leaders can better collaborate when the stakes are highest. You’ll learn: Why data loss is escalating across industries and who’s most vulnerable right nowHow forensic readiness gives organizations a crucial edge in crisis responseWhen and why outside experts are critical to preserving legal defensibilityWhy communication breakdowns are still the #1 risk amplifier during investigationsHow to balance AI’s efficiency with the irreplaceable nuance of human judgmentWhat emotionally intelligent leadership looks like when your company is under scrutiny Whether you’re navigating new SEC cybersecurity rules, juggling breach notification obligations, or trying to secure a buy-in for DLP tools, this episode will arm you with practical insight and strategic perspective. Thanks for tuning in to the latest episode of Data Xposure. Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an update. For show notes, resources, and to connect with us, visit exterro.com/data-exposure-podcast/

    47 min
  5. The Year Everything Changes: Data Governance, AI, and Litigation Risk in 2026 | Data Xposure - Episode 8

    12/08/2025

    The Year Everything Changes: Data Governance, AI, and Litigation Risk in 2026 | Data Xposure - Episode 8

    2026 will mark a turning point for organizations managing sensitive data across legal, privacy, security, and forensics. With AI creating new categories of discoverable data, regulators increasing demands for documentation, and courts penalizing manual, inconsistent processes, the old playbook is no longer defensible. In this webcast, Fahad Diwan, Jenny Hamilton, and Justin Tolman deliver a fast, insightful breakdown of 2025’s biggest trends—and their predictions for what comes next. Expect clear guidance on how to modernize preservation, rationalize data sources, prepare for AI governance, and build a defensible, automated strategy that stands up to both regulators and opposing counsel. Thanks for tuning in to the latest episode of Data Xposure. Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an update. For show notes, resources, and to connect with us, visit exterro.com/data-exposure-podcast/

    33 min
  6. Building a Data Privacy Program from Scratch in a Cloud-Native World | Data Xposure - Episode 7

    11/17/2025

    Building a Data Privacy Program from Scratch in a Cloud-Native World | Data Xposure - Episode 7

    What does it take to build a privacy program from the ground up in a high-growth, cloud-native tech company? In this episode, host Fahad Diwan sits down with Jamie Massaro, Senior Privacy Analyst at Spectro Cloud—a platform that helps enterprises manage and scale data environments across cloud, on-prem, and edge—to unearth the practical lessons learned from the frontline. Together, they explore how to set and evolve priorities when moving from manual spreadsheets to a scalable program, the most surprising roadblocks and biggest challenges in building a privacy-first culture, the essential role of technology in enabling—or hindering—compliance at scale, why privacy can't be a silo and must connect to a broader data risk strategy, and what emerging trends in data governance and security other leaders might be missing. Thanks for tuning in to the latest episode of Data Xposure. Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an update. For show notes, resources, and to connect with us, visit exterro.com/data-exposure-podcast/

    33 min
  7. Metadata, Murder, and Media: Digital Evidence on Trial | Data Xposure - Episode 6

    11/04/2025

    Metadata, Murder, and Media: Digital Evidence on Trial | Data Xposure - Episode 6

    The Karen Read murder trial gripped the nation with its dramatic allegations—but behind the headlines, it was digital evidence that took center stage. From text metadata to mobile tracking and surveillance video, forensic data shaped both the legal arguments and the media narrative. In this episode of Data Xposure, host Jenny Hamilton, General Counsel at Exterro sits down with Jeffrey Mayer, Partner at Akerman LLP to unpack what this high-profile case reveals about modern data risk. They explore how preservation missteps, investigative decisions, and public scrutiny can expose gaps—not just in legal teams, but across security and IT as well. This case is a powerful reminder: when digital evidence goes public, your systems, processes, and people better be in sync. Thanks for tuning in to the latest episode of Data Xposure. Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an update. For show notes, resources, and to connect with us, visit exterro.com/data-exposure-podcast/

    1h 9m
  8. Governance or Guesswork: How Information Management Makes or Breaks Forensic Investigations - Data Xposure | Ep 5

    10/21/2025

    Governance or Guesswork: How Information Management Makes or Breaks Forensic Investigations - Data Xposure | Ep 5

    When digital investigations hit a wall, the root cause is often hiding in plain sight: poor information governance. In this episode of Data Xposure, brought to you by Exterro, host Justin Tolman sits down with Allan Buxton, Managing Director of Data Breach and Forensics at Epiq Global, to expose the real-world consequences of governance gaps in forensic investigations. From ballooning costs to missed evidence, Allan shares how the absence of structured data policies can cripple an organization's ability to respond swiftly and defensibly when an incident strikes. You’ll learn what separates forensic-ready organizations from those flying blind, why outside experts often struggle to help without the right groundwork, and the tactical steps legal, compliance, and security leaders can take now to avoid chaos later. If your team touches incident response or e-discovery—even occasionally—this is a conversation you can’t afford to miss. Thanks for tuning in to the latest episode of Data Xposure. Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an update. For show notes, resources, and to connect with us, visit exterro.com/data-exposure-podcast/

    27 min
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What’s hiding in your data could cost you everything. Data Xposure is Exterro’s biweekly podcast for senior legal, privacy, compliance, and digital forensics professionals navigating the ever-evolving landscape of data risk. Each 20-minute episode dives into the headlines—major breaches, court cases, enforcement actions—and unpacks the real breakdowns behind the news: misaligned policies, siloed systems, and operational blind spots. Through narrative storytelling and expert interviews, we connect the dots between real-world failures and the proactive strategies used by successful organizations to avoid them. Designed for leaders who want to elevate their influence, sharpen their risk posture, and lead with confidence, Data Xposure cuts through the noise to deliver urgent, actionable insight—with a tone that’s curious, clear, and grounded in reality. If you're responsible for managing data risk across legal, IT, security, or compliance—this is your front-row seat to the moments where strategy meets consequence. 🎧 New episodes every two weeks. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

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