Best Joe Patti And Adam Roth Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 54: Don’t Get Hacked on Vacation | Travel Cybersecurity Tips 28:51

2d ago28:51

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Got big travel plans this summer? Remember to pack some protection against cyber threats. In this episode of the Security Cocktail Hour podcast, hosts Joe Patti and Adam Roth break down the real cybersecurity threats you face when using hotel Wi-Fi, airport chargers, and public networks—and what you can do to stay safe. Learn about: • Why public Wi…

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Ep. 53: The New Rules of Cyber Incident Response | New attacks, new response 51:43

1M ago51:43

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In this episode of Security Cocktail Hour, we go deep into the high-stakes world of modern cyber incident response (IR) with Lisa Landau and Tim Shipp of ThreatLight—two top-tier experts redefining how breaches are handled today. Discover how IR has evolved—and why the old playbook no longer works. What you’ll learn: • Why speed is everything in br…

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Ep. 52: How Do You Sell Really Expensive Security Software? 58:49

2M ago58:49

58:49

Selling six-figure security solutions isn’t about flashy demos or steak dinners—it’s about trust, relationships, and delivering real value. In this episode of the Security Cocktail Hour, we go inside the world of cybersecurity sales with Trevor Marcotte, founder of TnK Tech and a longtime industry insider. Trevor reveals how deals actually get done…

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Ep. 51: Agentic AI Security: Full Speed into the Unknown 56:17

2M ago56:17

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Agentic AI is changing the game—but is it a security nightmare in the making? In this episode of the Security Cocktail Hour, co-hosts Joe Patti and Adam Roth sit down with Kevin O’Connor to dive into one of the hottest (and most misunderstood) topics in cybersecurity: Agentic AI Security. Join us to learn: ✔️ What agentic AI actually is—and why it’…

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Ep. 50: From the Battlefield to the Boardroom: High-Stakes Cyber Security 59:25

3M ago59:25

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Ever wondered what it's like to lead cybersecurity on the front lines? In this episode of Security Cocktail Hour, we sit down with Keren de Via, a former IDF officer and trailblazing Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), who shares her extraordinary journey from military leadership to navigating the complex world of corporate cybersecurity. Jo…

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Ep. 49: Metawar: Winn Schwartau on How to Win the Fight for Our Minds 1:03:56

3M ago1:03:56

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If you thought the tech industry only wanted your money, think again -- they're coming after your mind. Guest Winn Schwartau describes how in his new book "The Art and Science of Metawar: How to Coexist With AI-Driven Reality Distortion, Disinformation, & Addiction". Join us to learn what Metawar is, how we can protect ourselves with cognitive defe…

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Ep. 48: Ransomware and Hawaiian Shirts: Another Friday in Cyber Security 1:26:18

3M ago1:26:18

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Previous guest Jennifer Gold returns for another episode, and this time she's brought friends: cyber and intelligence veterans Patrick Arvidson and Roger Hockenberry. Together, they delve into the evolving world of cybersecurity, sharing insider perspectives from the CIA, NSA, and the private sector. Hear about: 🕶 Why Fridays and holidays are prime…

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Ep. 47: Landing Your First Cyber Security Job | The Experience Dilemma 1:00:51

4M ago1:00:51

1:00:51

You need experience to get even an entry level job, but how to do you get a job if you don't have experience? For years this classic dilemma didn't apply to cybersecurity, but times have changed. Newly minted security consultant Jerry Sinayuk of NukuDo tells us how he got trained and is lining up his first consulting engagements -- all while gettin…

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Ep. 46: Securing AI: Misbehavior Even the Experts Couldn't Predict 57:57

5M ago57:57

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Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing industries, and cybersecurity experts are navigating uncharted territory to keep pace. In this episode of the Security Cocktail Hour podcast, Alec Crawford, Founder and CEO of AI Risk, Inc., joins co-hosts Joe Patti and Adam Roth for a dive into the practical, technical, and ethical challenges of AI - incl…

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Ep. 45: Holiday Scams Unwrapped | Tips to Stay Safe This Season 47:31

5M ago47:31

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This holiday season, don’t let scams ruin the festive spirit! In this special holiday episode of the Security Cocktail Hour, co-hosts Joe Patti and Adam Roth break down the most common holiday scams, from the classics to the sneaky new ones you’ve never heard of. From fake gift card requests to sophisticated AI-driven scams, we’ll teach you how to …

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Ep. 44: Breaking In and Locking Down: From Hacker to Cyber Defender 1:02:40

6M ago1:02:40

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Are your organization's security gaps leaving the door wide open for attackers? In this episode of the Security Cocktail Hour podcast, co-hosts Joe Patti and Adam Roth sit down with seasoned penetration tester and identity security expert Jason Luttrell. Jason shares fascinating stories from his days of hacking banks, infiltrating data centers, and…

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Ep. 43: Cybersecurity for EMTs and First Responders | Protecting Patients and Professionals 57:17

6M ago57:17

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In this episode, leadership trainer, EMT, and former NYPD officer Mike Chanat joins us for a dive into the unique cybersecurity challenges facing EMTs and other first responders. Mike flips the script on hosts Adam Roth and Joe Patti, asking them to share realistic cybersecurity tips that protect both medical responders and their patients. And Mike…

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Ep. 42: Retail Crime Prevention | Using AI to Respond to a Growing Threat 56:47

7M ago56:47

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Organized retail crime is more complex than you might think—it's not small-time shoplifting, it's big business run by bad people. In this episode, Doug Horsting, a loss prevention expert from a major retail chain, and Dean Takacs, CEO of Detective Analytics, join hosts Joe and Adam to reveal how they're using technology to enhance traditional inves…

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Ep. 41: Everybody Makes Mistakes – Including Cybersecurity Pros 50:09

7M ago50:09

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Cybersecurity breaches happen for many reasons, but one factor stands out: human error. In this episode, we gather top experts from across the security field to share their personal stories of mistakes made, how they recovered, and the hard-earned lessons that followed. Tune in for practical advice and insights from seasoned professionals who know …

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Ep. 40: Fighting Cybersecurity Threats Together | How Government & Private Industry Collaborate 54:31

7M ago54:31

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Can government and private industry really work together? They can, and nobody knows this better than Jennifer Gold, president of New York Metro InfraGard and Chief Information Security Officer of Risk Aperture. In this episode, Jennifer helps us understand how cybercriminals are innovating, the new challenges AI and deep fakes present, and how lea…

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Ep. 39: Building a Successful Cybersecurity Career | Seizing Opportunities and Always Learning 52:51

8M ago52:51

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In this episode, industry veteran Gurinder Bhatti tells us how seizing an opportunity propelled him from an internship to a thriving career in cybersecurity. From navigating unexpected outages to landing a spot on NBC News, Gurinder recounts the lessons learned and takeaways from his experiences in his varied career. He discusses the importance of …

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Ep. 38: Why Data Breaches Keep Getting Worse 51:49

8M ago51:49

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Why are data breaches escalating, even in companies with massive security budgets? In this episode, we reveal the hidden factors fueling the rise of breaches that expose the data of hundreds of millions of people at a time. Has this become the new normal, or will things get better? Tune in to learn what’s really going on behind the scenes in cybers…

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Ep. 37: Cybersecurity and AI | What the Experts Are Worried About, and What They're Doing 1:06:25

8M ago1:06:25

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Our panel of cyber security all-stars dishes on how the industry is thinking about and handling artificial intelligence (AI). Get ready for surprising insights on hot topics like deepfakes, privacy and the real dangers and promise of AI. What they believe everyone should worry about most will surprise you. Thanks to guests Francie Dudrey, Mike Pedr…

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Ep. 36: InfoSec Job Market: Living in the Chaotic Age 59:57

9M ago59:57

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The information security job market sure ain't what it used to be. Recruiter Alexandra Nickoli shares her advice for landing a job in today's competitive landscape. She also gives us her insights on how today compares to the dark days of 2009, when she thinks we'll pull out of this tailspin and whether AI will prove a benefit or a challenge for job…

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Afterparty: A Cybersecurity Pro's Intense Boxing Workout & Mental Fitness Secrets 7:15

10M ago7:15

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Information security demands both brains and mental toughness. Watch how podcast co-host Adam Roth sharpens his mind with an intense boxing workout with trainer Phil Russo. In this special Afterparty episode, discover how boxing boosts not only physical health but also sharpens mental resilience - essential skills for tackling cybersecurity challen…

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Ep. 35: Hacking Your Way into a Security Career with Nathali Cano 1:10:18

10M ago1:10:18

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People often take a non-traditional path into the field of information security, and Nathali Cano’s journey is one of the most unique we’ve ever encountered. How she became “a social worker that happens to be a cybersecurity engineer” is a fascinating story of a single mom making opportunities for herself out of nothing but hard work and determinat…

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Ep. 34: (Security) Perception is Everything with Douglas Marzano 1:02:19

10M ago1:02:19

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When you lead an information security organization, you get asked one question constantly: Are we secure? Veteran Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) DouglasMarzano joins us to discuss how to answer this seemingly simple question, which cuts to the core of the security leader’s job of managing perceptions and expectations. Whether you’re a ‘c…

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Ep. 33: Surviving an Identity Crisis with Venkat Raghavan 56:49

11M ago56:49

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Your digital identity is more than just your username and password. In fact, as AI continues to evolve, how we define identity online is changing, and so is how we prove who we are. In this episode, we delve into the future of digital identity with Venkat Raghavan, the CEO of Stack Identity and a seasoned expert in the field. Venkat breaks down the…

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Ep. 32: Going into OT (Operational Technology) with Robert Lee 1:05:14

11M ago1:05:14

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We usually talk about information technology, but the real world runs on power, water and factories – and protecting them from attack is a whole different ballgame. Robert Lee, CEO of Dragos, gives us a fascinating introduction to Operational Technology (OT) cyber security. Listen in to learn about how Robert and colleagues secure the infrastructur…

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Ep. 31: The Future of Security Leadership with Sivan Tehila 49:02

12M ago49:02

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The Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is a fairly new position in the business world, and changing as rapidly as any other facet of information security. We talk with former CISO Sivan Tehila about the challenges of the role, and how they inspired her to found security startup Onyxia where she serves as CEO. What we’re drinking: Tequila Ony…

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Ep. 30: The Security Career Reality Check with May Brooks-Kempler 59:59

1y ago59:59

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Let’s be honest: Not everyone’s cut out to be the boss, and those who are often don’t want the job. That’s especially true in security, where many people consider the role of Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) more of a sentence than a promotion. Executive, author, podcaster and recovering CISO May Brooks-Kempler gives us her take on whether…

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Ep. 29: Mad AIs and Poisoned LLMs: Fighting Digital Insanity with Michael Silva 48:34

1y ago48:34

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We jump back into the world of generative AI with CEO and entrepreneur Michael Silva. Michael gives us his take on how a large language model (LLM) can steer you wrong and how to stay on a path to reality. We don’t just talk about security. If you have a security problem you need to solve, we can help. Reach us at [email protected] …

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Ep. 28: Threat Intelligence with Ryan Westman 53:55

1y ago53:55

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What is threat intelligence, and what makes it so...threat-y? Ryan Westman of eSentire explains it to us, and also shows us a neat Mac trick that'll make you feel better about overpaying for a laptop. What we’re drinking: Buffalo Trace bourbon We don’t just talk about security. If you have a security problem you need to solve, we can help. Reach us…

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Ep. 27: Purple Teaming with Reut Weitzman 42:12

1y ago42:12

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Security consulting executive Reut Weitzman returns to the show to talk about one of our favorite topics, conducting a purple team exercise. Join us to learn what happens when attackers square off against defenders to test a security team’s capabilities. What we’re drinking: Strawberry Gin & Tonic We don’t just talk about security. If you have a se…

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Ep. 26: AI and the Future of Security with John Dwyer 1:04:26

1+ y ago1:04:26

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Security incident response veteran John Dwyer joins us for a deep dive into how AI is poised to bend reality, and what that means for both attackers and defenders. We also cover how security incidents are now straddling the cyber and real worlds. Join us for some fresh thinking on where security is headed. What we’re drinking: Bourbon and Ginger We…

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Ep. 25: Seven Trillion Reasons to Drink, from Eric O’Neill 1:03:26

1+ y ago1:03:26

1:03:26

Legendary spy hunter and security thought leader Eric O’Neill puts the cost of cybercrime worldwide at seven trillion dollars. Eric joins us to share his sobering thoughts about that and other topics including the Dark Web, ransomware and infrastructure vulnerability. Plus some bonus tips for driving in DC. What we're drinking: BourbonWe don’t just…

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Ep. 24: What Keeps Monte Fabiani Up at Night 1:11:14

1+ y ago1:11:14

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Security veteran Monte Fabiani tells us about the many SOCs (Security Operations Centers) he’s built and run, and how being in that end of the business can make it hard to sleep at night. We also get meta about how we started podcasting and brainstorm some future ideas. What we’re drinking: What we drank when we were young(er) We don’t just talk ab…

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Ep. 23: Holiday Security Tips and Negronis with Reut Weitzman 31:02

1+ y ago31:02

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The holidays are a time for joy. It’s also a time when thieves and scammers up their game in the cyber world, looking to put a damper on everyone’s good cheer. Security consultant Reut Weitzman joins us to share tips to keep the bad guys from spoiling your holidays. What we’re drinking: Negroni We don’t just talk about security. If you have a secur…

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Afterparty: Security Boxing Challenge | Cyber Expert Steps into the Ring 13:44

1+ y ago13:44

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In this Afterparty episode, co-host Adam Roth steps into the ring with previous guest Sal Toner, owner of F.C. Chaos Boxing & Fitness, for a special boxing challenge. And no, that isn't a security term; Adam and Sal spar in a real boxing ring. Watch to see the pre-fight festivities, hear our commentary during the match and find out what a cyber sec…

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Ep. 22: Zero Trust and 80 Proof Bourbon with Adam Kohler 56:10

1+ y ago56:10

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Everyone in security says they’re committed to Zero Trust, even if they can’t agree on what it means. We take on the challenge of explaining the security industry’s favorite buzzword and the bizarre mythology around it, with the help of guest Adam Kohler and a few sips of bourbon. (Well, maybe not sips. And maybe more than a few.) What we’re drinki…

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Ep. 21: Medical Devices, Halloween and Whiskey with Gabrielle Hempel 1:07:34

1+ y ago1:07:34

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It's our Halloween episode, and we're covering the scary topic of medical device security with guest Gabrielle Hempel, aka @gabsmashh. Gabrielle talks about her experiences with medical devices and her unconventional path into information security. What we’re drinking: Whiskey We don’t just talk about security. If you have a security problem you ne…

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Ep. 20: Mai Tais with Tom Cross 56:59

1+ y ago56:59

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Tom Cross brings us more news from this year’s Black Hat conference, including details on the headline-grabbing satellite hacking challenge. It’s a fascinating look into a side of security even most cyber professionals don’t know well. What we’re drinking: Mai Tai We don’t just talk about security. If you have a security problem you need to solve, …

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Ep 19: Tequila with Rebecca Cahak 1:03:23

1+ y ago1:03:23

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Guest Rebecca Cahak helps Joe and Adam get in touch with the feminine side of the business and IT worlds. We talk about her advocacy for women’s careers and leadership for women, including through her organization FIERCE. We even toss in a discussion of work-life balance and a quick zoology lesson. What we’re drinking: Tequila FIERCE links: • FIERC…

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Ep. 18: Free Choice with Jason Mar-Tang 1:02:40

1+ y ago1:02:40

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This time around we welcome a native son of Staten Island, Jason Mar-Tang of Pentera. Jason tells us about the recent BlackHat conference, and we discuss the always tricky topic of how far to let a security incident progress before shutting it down. We also talk about attacking your own systems to improve your defenses, and the latest challenges in…

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Ep. 17: Scotch (and Tea) with Chris Roberts 58:59

1+ y ago58:59

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Adam and I cover a lot of ground with the legendary Chris Roberts. We start off with reports of dolphins off Staten Island and end with how to wreck a classic Porsche, plus a little bit of security talk in between. It’s a fun discussion you won’t want to miss. What we’re drinking: Scotch (PM time zone) and Tea (AM time zone) Now on video! Watch thi…

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Ep. 16: French 75 with Jennifer Granick 58:18

2y ago58:18

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Attorney and Internet civil liberties pioneer Jennifer Granick introduces us to a new cocktail and talks about the latest in the battle to protect our rights in a world of ever-increasing government surveillance. What we’re drinking: French 75 Now on video! Watch this episode on YouTube or listen on your favorite podcasting platform. We don’t just …

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Ep. 15: Cyber Warrior 1:07:08

2y ago1:07:08

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Joe and Adam catch up with top tier security incident responder David Warshavski. David shares his latest insights on trends in what attackers are doing, cyber defense and the emerging security issues around AI. Now on video! Watch this episode on YouTube or listen on your favorite podcasting platform. We don’t just talk about security. If you have…

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Ep. 14: Security Campfire Stories 1:04:00

2y ago1:04:00

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Joe and Adam gather round the virtual campfire to recount legends more chilling than any tired old monster story. Hear about the Stuxnet and Target hacks, and how these classic tales from the past are still relevant to how we detect and defend against intrusions today. Now on video! Watch this episode on YouTube or listen on your favorite podcastin…

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Ep. 13: So You Want to Be a Security Entrepreneur? 56:56

2y ago56:56

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For this episode we’re joined by Idan Wiener, co-founder and CEO of Illustria, an innovative startup in the software supply chain security space. Idan shares his thoughts and experiences from the startup world, and the things he wishes he’d known when he first set out on this journey. What we’re drinking: Whiskey We don’t just talk about security. …

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Ep. 12: Security Culture Club 50:30

2y ago50:30

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Joe and Adam discuss how culture and the human element impact security, with infrastructure and disaster recovery expert Leticia Espinosa. We cover the harsh realities that go beyond technology, including what security people really think of that security awareness training your company makes you take every year. What we’re drinking: Mezcal Links t…

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Ep. 11: How to Hire a Security Team 54:34

2y ago54:34

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If you think getting your first job in security is hard, try hiring qualified security people. Joe and Adam open up their bag of tricks on hiring hard-to-find talent to build a top-notch security team. What we’re drinking: Classic Martini We want to hear from you. Send comments, questions or new topics to [email protected].…

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Ep. 10: Internet Privacy - Hardcore Edition 49:38

2y ago49:38

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For part two of our series on Internet privacy, we talk about playing in the big leagues: How dissidents, journalists, whistleblowers and others with tough adversaries can protect themselves using tools like Tor and Tails. Links to resources we mention: Tor Tails Qubes OS Signal We don’t just talk about security. If you have a security problem you …

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Ep. 9: Internet Privacy - Everyone Edition 1:07:57

2y ago1:07:57

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Joe and Adam deliver a primer on Internet privacy focused on Big Tech and other commercial players: Who wants your data, how they get it and how to protect your own interests when they won’t (which is always). This is the first episode of a two-part series on Internet privacy. Next up: Dealing with tougher adversaries like nation states. Links to r…

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Ep. 8: Small Business Security 48:59

2y ago48:59

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Joe and Adam welcome their first guest, Sal Toner of F.C. Chaos Boxing and Fitness, to talk about his security challenges as a small business owner and how to solve them without the big corporate price tag. Learn more about Sal’s gym: https://www.fcchaos.com/ Instagram: @fcchaosfitness We don’t just talk about security. If you have a security probl…

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Ep. 7: The Mandatory AI Security Episode 51:25

2y ago51:25

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Joe and Adam jump into the world of AI, and the new (and not so new) security risks we need to deal with. Links to resources we mention: “The A.I. Dilemma”, Center for Humane Technology “What's Behind the ChatGPT History Change? How You Can Benefit + The 6 New Developments This Week”, AI Explained “Mom warns of hoax using AI to clone daughter's voi…

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