Andrew Guthrie Ferguson: "Your Data Will Be Used Against You"

About this episode

Michael Smerconish discusses privacy and policing with Andrew Guthrie Ferguson, focusing on the implications of AI-powered surveillance.

Michael Smerconish sits down with George Washington University law professor Andrew Guthrie Ferguson, author of "Your Data Will Be Used Against You: Policing in the Age of Self-Surveillance," for a timely conversation about privacy, policing, and the rise of AI-powered surveillance. From license plate readers and facial recognition to Tesla “hurry up mode” and automated school bus tickets, they explore how technology is reshaping law enforcement — and what Americans may be sacrificing in the name of safety. Where should society draw the line between public security and personal privacy? Original Air Date 05/18/26, The book was published on 17 May 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

People in this episode

Host: Michael Smerconish

Guest: Andrew Guthrie Ferguson

Topics covered

• privacy
• policing
• AI surveillance
• technology
• law enforcement
• public security
• personal privacy

Keywords

• privacy
• policing
• AI
• surveillance
• law enforcement
• facial recognition
• license plate readers
• safety
• technology

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: George Washington University

Books & works: Your Data Will Be Used Against You

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