Best Trusted Senior Specialists Podcasts (2024)

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EP 1 Introduction: Investor Behavior 101 25:43

5d ago25:43

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In the inaugural episode of the Crazy Wealthy Podcast, host Jonathan Blau, CEO of Fusion Family Wealth, shares his personal story and how it shaped his approach to wealth management. He explores the cognitive and emotional biases that influence financial decision-making, such as loss aversion and regret aversion, and discusses how understanding the…

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Crazy Wealthy Podcast Trailer 5:16

6d ago5:16

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Welcome to The Crazy Wealthy Podcast, a resource for understanding and mastering the biases that often lead to short-term personal finance, investing, budgeting and savings decisions and strategies that are counter to our best interests over the long-term. Whether you are a professional, entrepreneur, young adult, retiree, or family looking to prot…

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Fallout from the Change Healthcare Breach, Mortgage Wire Fraud: What You Need To Know 17:31

3h ago17:31

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In episode 353, we discuss the February 2024 ransomware attack on Change Healthcare, resulting in the largest data breach of protected health information in history. Notifications have been sent to 100 million Americans, including hosts Tom and Kevin. We explore the implications of this significant breach and whether paying ransoms is a viable solu…

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Internet Archive Hacked, Introducing The AI Toilet Camera 19:53

13d ago19:53

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In this episode, we discuss the significant data breach at the Internet Archive, affecting 33 million users. We also examine the introduction of an AI-integrated toilet camera by Throne, designed for health monitoring by analyzing bodily waste, and the ensuing privacy concerns. We explore these technological advancements alongside other unusual tec…

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Ep. 36: Bill Steiger, former USAID Chief of Staff: Partnerships and Innovation at USAID 1:02:04

8d ago1:02:04

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Bill Steiger, former USAID Chief of Staff: Partnerships and Innovation at USAID, joins Mike Shanley to discuss USAID’s role in foreign policy, innovation at USAID, partnerships and localization, and USAID funding and direction. Biography: Bill Steiger is a Global Health Consultant at the George W. Bush Institute. Previously, he was Managing Directo…

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Hacked Robot Vacuums, Secret Printer Tracking Dots 17:09

9d ago17:09

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In episode 351 of the Shared Security Podcast, hosts Tom and Scott explore an unusual incident where robot vacuums were hacked to shout obscenities, exposing significant IoT security issues. The discussion includes the mechanics of the Bluetooth hack and its broader cybersecurity implications. Additionally, the 'Aware Much?' segment reveals the wor…

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Ep 35: UK Aid Market Funding & Elections Update 30:53

15d ago30:53

30:53

Aron Cronin, Managing Director and Anthony Gardner, Principal Consultant at GIC Limited, join Mike Shanley to discuss the UK Aid Market and the impact of the elections. RESOURCES Subscribe to the FCDO Supplier Portal, enabling you to receive its weekly supplier engagement newsletter free of charge here. BIOGRAPHIES Aron Cronin established GIC Limit…

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Emergency Satellite Messaging, Stagnation in User Cybersecurity Habits 24:07

20d ago24:07

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In the milestone 350th episode of the Shared Security Podcast, the hosts reflect on 15 years of podcasting, and the podcast's evolution from its beginnings in 2009. They discuss the impact of a current hurricane on Florida, offering advice on using iPhone and Android satellite communication features during emergencies. The 'Aware Much' segment focu…

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Kia Security Flaw Exposed, NIST's New Password Guidelines 22:29

27d ago22:29

22:29

In this episode, the hosts discuss a significant vulnerability found in Kia's web portal that allows remote control of various car features via their app, potentially enabling unauthorized unlocking and tracking. The conversation highlights the broader issue of web vulnerabilities in the automotive industry. Also covered are NIST's updated password…

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Team ASCL: Policy Specialist update | Autumn Leadership Conference 2024 2:52

1M ago2:52

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Listen to our policy specialists as they give a brief outline of what to expect at the upcoming Autumn Leadership Conference 2024October-November 2024Book your place now www.ascl.org.uk/alcBy ASCL

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Ep 34: AI in Federal & USAID markets: Where are we at and what’s next? 35:01

29d ago35:01

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Geoff Buteau, Director of Booz Allen Hamilton AI Practice and Saeed Uri, SVP for the Sustainable Development Impact Lab at Chemonics International join Mike Shanley to discuss AI in Federal & USAID Markets. Specifically, this episode covers: - Status of AI in USAID market - Status and applications in Federal market - AI beyond GenAI - Ideas for USA…

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Discord’s New End-to-End Encryption for Audio & Video, LinkedIn Using Your Data for AI Training 16:23

1M ago16:23

16:23

In episode 348 of the Shared Security Podcast, Tom and Scott discuss Discord's new end-to-end encryption for audio and video calls, involving the DAVE Protocol, third-party vetting by Trail of Bits, and its impact on users. They also address LinkedIn's controversial move to automatically opt users into using their data to train AI models without in…

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Ep 33: USAID & Small Businesses: Kimberly Ball, Director, OSDBU 32:51

1M ago32:51

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Kimberly Ball, Director of USAID's Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization joins Mike Shanley to discuss small businesses and localization, success in using small businesses, how to connect with OSDBU, and what's next. RESOURCES: Learn More about the Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization Connect with Kimberly Ball on…

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Supply Chain Sabotage: The Exploding Pager Incident, Instagram's New Teen Privacy Measures 22:20

2M ago22:20

22:20

In Episode 347, we discuss the recent alarming incidents involving exploding pagers targeting Hezbollah operatives in Lebanon, which resulted in multiple casualties. We clarify why this is not a cyber attack and should not cause widespread panic about personal device safety. Additionally, we cover Instagram's new policies to default teen accounts t…

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The Rise of AI Voicemail Scams, Political Donation Privacy Concerns 17:47

2M ago17:47

17:47

In episode 346, we discuss new AI-driven voicemail scams that sound convincingly real and how to identify them. We also explore recent research on the privacy concerns surrounding donations to political parties through their websites. Additionally, we celebrate the 15th anniversary of the podcast and share some reflections and fun facts about the j…

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Ep 32: USAID Market Chat with Christy & Chuck 30:39

2M ago30:39

30:39

Konektid Chief Operating Officer, Christy Hollywood, and CEO of Pope International and former Senior USAID staff member, Chuck Pope, discuss key trends in the USAID market and the impact of the upcoming election. The discussion included insight on USAID solicitation delays; localization; new partners and barriers to entry into the USAID Market; and…

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Shocking SQL Injection in TSA App, Bitcoin ATM Scams Targeting Seniors 21:02

2M ago21:02

21:02

This week, we discuss a critical SQL injection vulnerability discovered in an app used by the TSA, raising ethical questions about responsible disclosure. Plus, we shed light on the alarming rise of Bitcoin ATM scams exploiting older adults, providing essential tips to protect your loved ones from these devious schemes. Tune in for unique insights …

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Telegram is NOT an Encrypted Messaging App! 22:22

2M ago22:22

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In this episode, we explore the recent arrest of Telegram founder Pavel Durov in France and discuss the app's encryption claims. Is Telegram truly an encrypted messaging app? Joining the conversation is co-host Kevin Johnson, bringing his trademark opinions. We also talk about some intriguing documentaries, including 'LulaRich' about the LuLaRoe le…

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The Importance of a Quality of Earnings Analysis with Fred Campos, Marcum LLP 25:48

2M ago25:48

25:48

In our latest episode of the “Exit This Way” podcast, our host, Business Transition Specialists’ Mike DeSiato, sits down with Fred Campos from Marcum LLP to discuss the crucial role of a Quality of Earnings (QoE) report when selling a business. Fred breaks down what a QoE report is, why it’s different from a standard financial audit, and how it hel…

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Ep 31: Chemonics President & CEO on the Aid Market: Jamey Butcher 1:01:03

2M ago1:01:03

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Welcome to The Aid Market Podcast, where international development and humanitarian aid organizations connect to learn about funding trends and market insight. Join us as we hear from foreign aid leaders with USAID and other large donors, with updates and insight on their work. We explore topics including localization, artificial intelligence, prop…

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Google’s Monopoly: The Debate Heats Up, Amazon Alexa Privacy Tips 24:58

3M ago24:58

24:58

This week, we discuss Google's recent accusation by the U.S. Justice Department for being a monopoly and its implications for privacy and cybersecurity. We also cover essential privacy settings for Alexa smart speakers and their importance. Join the hosts, Tom, Kevin, and Scott, for an engaging conversation on these topics, along with a segment fro…

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The Inefficiency of People-Search Removal Tools, Massive Data Breach Impacting U.S. Citizens 19:11

3M ago19:11

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In episode 342, we discuss the effectiveness of people-search removal tools like DeleteMe and Reputation Defender, based on a study by Consumer Reports. We also cover how almost every American's social security number has potentially been stolen by hackers and shared on the dark web. Scott and Tom talk about the importance of protecting your person…

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Exploring Cybersecurity Trends at Black Hat and DEF CON 2024 with Shourya Pratap Singh from SquareX 9:59

3M ago9:59

9:59

Join us for this special live edition of the Shared Security Podcast, recorded in scorching Las Vegas at Black Hat 2024. Host Tom Eston is joined by Shourya Pratap Singh, Principal Software Engineer at SquareX. They discuss highlights from Black Hat 2024, emerging themes in cybersecurity such as AI-based threats, compliance, and cloud security. The…

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The Great CrowdStrike Crash, AI's Role in Employee Smiles 23:34

3M ago23:34

23:34

In episode 341, we cover the unprecedented global IT outage caused by a CrowdStrike update crash, affecting 8.5 million Windows machines. We discuss whether it's the largest outage in history and discuss the intricacies of internet accessibility and responses from key stakeholders like Microsoft. Also, in our Aware Much segment, we explore Japan's …

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How SquareX is Redefining Web Security: An In-Depth Discussion with Chief Architect Jeswin Mathai 25:58

3M ago25:58

25:58

In this episode, Tom Eston hosts Jeswin Mathai, Chief Architect at SquareX. This episode is part two of a series featuring SquareX, and Jeswin takes a deeper look into their cybersecurity solutions. Jeswin shares his extensive experience in the field and details how SquareX offers innovative protections at the browser level to guard against phishin…

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Ep 30: USAID and Localization: Progress Report and What’s Next 54:12

3M ago54:12

54:12

Senior Advisor for Localization in the Office of the USAID Administrator, Sarah Rose joins Mike Shanley to discuss how localization and locally led development works within USAID. Sarah explains how USAID measures success and why partnerships and working with local communities is critical to meeting their goals. She explains how USAID partners with…

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Deepfakes, AI, and the Future of Cybersecurity: Insights from Dan DeCloss of PlexTrac 23:55

3M ago23:55

23:55

In this episode, host Tom Eston welcomes Dan DeCloss, founder and CTO of PlexTrac. They exchange insights about their history at Veracode and explore Dan's journey in cybersecurity. Dan shares his experience in penetration testing, the origins of PlexTrac, and the need to streamline reporting processes. The conversation also covers the state of the…

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Ep 29: Ambassador Mark Green: Former USAID Administrator, President & CEO of the Wilson Center 46:07

3M ago46:07

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Former USAID Administrator and President & CEO of the Wilson Center, Mark Green joins Mike Shanley to discuss various topics around USAID. Mark explains his role as the USAID Administrator and the importance of USAID. He talks about humanitarian funding and how it affects long term development funding. Mark describes the war in Ukraine, and what it…

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Massive AT&T Data Breach Impact, Meta's Privacy Policy Updates 16:53

4M ago16:53

16:53

In episode 339, hosts Tom Eston and Scott Wright discuss the massive AT&T data breach affecting 110 million customers, which is larger than a previous breach from March affecting 73 million customers. They also talk about the importance of reading privacy policies on sites like Facebook and Instagram, as these platforms may use user data to train A…

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Ep 28: Ambassador Cindy Courville - 1st US Ambassador to the African Union 37:20

4M ago37:20

37:20

Ambassador Cindy Courville joins Mike Shanley to discuss her work as the first Ambassador for the African Union. She talks about what it was like to enter into that role and how she worked with African Leaders to ensure their voices were heard, as well as what it meant to them to have someone assigned to Africa. Ambassador Courville describes the w…

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Authy Breach: What It Means for You, RockYou 2024 Password Leak 16:21

4M ago16:21

16:21

In episode 338, we discuss the recent breach of the two-factor authentication provider Authy and its implications for users. We also explore a massive password list leak titled 'Rock You 2024' that has surfaced online. Find out why this file may not be as significant as it seems and the importance of avoiding password reuse. Stay tuned for our 'Awa…

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Critical SSH Vulnerability, Facial Recognition Flaws, How to Safely Dispose of Old Devices 29:01

4M ago29:01

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In episode 337, we cover “broken” news about the new SSH vulnerability 'regreSSHion' highlighting the vulnerability discovered in the OpenSSH protocol by Qualys and its implications. We then discuss the Detroit Police Department's new guidelines on facial recognition technology following a lawsuit over a wrongful arrest due to misidentification, sh…

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The ASCL Business Brunch | July 2024 35:37

4M ago35:37

35:37

In this edition, Emma Harrison, ASCL Business Leadership Specialist, and Louise Hatswell, ASCL Conditions of Employment Specialist: Pay, discuss flexible working in the education sector for all staff with Antonia Spinks, CEO, Pioneer Educational Trust.By ASCL

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The U.S. Bans Kaspersky Antivirus, WordPress Plugin Supply Chain Attacks 15:44

4M ago15:44

15:44

In episode 336 of the Shared Security Podcast, we discuss the Biden administration's recent ban on Kaspersky antivirus software in the U.S. due to security concerns linked to its Russian origins. We also highlight the importance of keeping all software updated, using recent examples of supply chain attacks that have compromised several popular Word…

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Exploring Cutting-Edge Browser Security with Vivek Ramachandran - Founder of SquareX 23:08

4M ago23:08

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In this special episode of the Shared Security Podcast, host Tom Eston interviews Vivek Ramachandran, the founder of SquareX. Vivek shares his journey in WiFi security, recounting his introduction of the Cafe Latte man-in-the-middle attack and founding of Pentest Academy. He discusses his latest venture, SquareX, a company focused on browser securi…

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ASCL Pre-Election discussion | June 2024 21:58

5M ago21:58

21:58

Richard Bettsworth, ASCL Director of PR, and Julie McCulloch, ASCL Director of Policy, discuss the pre-election debate, ASCL's General Election campaign for education, and how school and college leaders can get involved via the hashtag #EducationMatterswww.ascl.org.uk/manifestoBy ASCL

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ASCL looks at the party manifestos | June 2024 28:22

5M ago28:22

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Julie McCulloch, ASCL Director of Policy and Richard Bettsworth, ASCL Director of PR, discuss what the political parties are saying on education.www.ascl.org.uk/manifesto | #educationmattersBy ASCL

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Ep 27: Michael Nyenhuis, CEO, UNICEF USA 1:00:39

4M ago1:00:39

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Michael Nyenhuis, CEO of UNICEF USA joins Mike Shanley to discuss the work UNICEF does both in the USA and globally. Michael discusses the various partnerships between UNICEF USA and governments, local organizations, as well as private sectors. He highlights the importance of funding and explains why flexibility from donors is key, so that UNICEF c…

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ASCL SEND Bites | June 2024 41:56

5M ago41:56

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In this edition, ASCL SEND and Inclusion Specialist Margaret Mulholland speaks with Soofia Amin, Assistant Headteacher, Kensington Primary School and John Claughton, Retired Headmaster, King Edward’s School Birmingham and Co-founder of WoLLoW about languages and highlighting the fundamental opportunities that school leaders face around inclusion, a…

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Social Media Warning Labels, Should You Store Passwords in Your Web Browser? 22:28

5M ago22:28

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In this episode of the Shared Security Podcast, the team debates the Surgeon General's recent call for social media warning labels and explores the pros and cons. Scott discusses whether passwords should be stored in web browsers, potentially sparking strong opinions. The hosts also provide an update on Microsoft's delayed release of CoPilot Plus P…

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Ep 26: USAID Contracting: What’s Next? 50:32

5M ago50:32

50:32

Jami Rodgers, Senior Procurement Executive, Chief Acquisition Officer, and Director for USAID Management Bureau’s Office of Acquisition and Assistance joins Mike Shanley to discuss his new role with USAID. Jami talks about the incredible work that his team has done and how they are adapting to change. Jami discusses the strategies and ideas that he…

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The ASCL Business Brunch | June 2024 33:42

5M ago33:42

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In this edition, Emma Harrison, ASCL Business Leadership Specialist, and Julia Harnden, ASCL Funding Specialist, discuss PFI contract in schools with Cheryl Campbell from Thomas Tallis School and Sian Turner from The Co-operative Academies Trust.By ASCL

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Citizen Lab vs. NSO Group, Apple AI and Privacy 17:06

5M ago17:06

17:06

In episode 334, hosts Tom Eston, Scott Wright, and Kevin Johnson discuss two major topics. First, they explore the ongoing legal battle between Citizen Lab and the Israeli spyware company NSO Group. The courts have consistently blocked NSO's attempts to access Citizen Lab's documents to protect victim privacy. Second, they discuss Apple's new AI fe…

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Ep 25: General George W. Casey, Jr.: Development & Defense; Geopolitics; Leadership 1:03:21

5M ago1:03:21

1:03:21

General Casey, Former Chief of Staff, U.S. Army joins Mike Shanley to discuss the role of the US military and USAID in US foreign policy. They discuss how organizations that work in peace building and high conflict settings can better understand the military, their perspectives, and how they can most effectively engage with countries that need aid.…

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Ticketmaster Data Breach and Rising Work from Home Scams 15:54

5M ago15:54

15:54

In episode 333 of the Shared Security Podcast, Tom and Scott discuss a recent massive data breach at Ticketmaster involving the data of 560 million customers, the blame game between Ticketmaster and third-party provider Snowflake, and the implications for both companies. Additionally, they discuss Live Nation's ongoing monopoly investigation. In th…

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Sober in Cyber: Creating Alcohol-Free Networking in Cybersecurity 19:33

5M ago19:33

19:33

In this episode host Tom Eston welcomes Jen VanAntwerp, founder of Sober in Cyber. Jen shares her journey in cybersecurity and marketing, and discusses the motivation behind creating alcohol-free networking events. Sober in Cyber provides much-needed alternatives to typical alcohol-centered industry events, fostering inclusive environments for both…

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How Income Tax Planning Can Maximize Your Financial Return When Selling Your Business with Mitchell Goldberg, Berger Singerman LLP 29:51

5M ago29:51

29:51

We’re back with Season Two of the "Exit This Way" podcast hosted by Business Transition Specialists’ Mike DeSiato. In this our latest episode, Mike sits down with Mitchell Goldberg, Partner and tax lawyer at Berger Singerman, LLP, to delve into the very important topic of pre-sale income tax planning and what can happen if you're not prepared. In t…

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Microsoft's Copilot+ Recall Feature, Slack's AI Training Controversy 18:02

6M ago18:02

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Episode 331 of the Shared Security Podcast discusses privacy and security concerns related to two major technological developments: the introduction of Windows PC's new feature 'Recall,' part of Microsoft’s Copilot+, which captures desktop screenshots for AI-powered search tools, and Slack's policy of using user data to train machine learning featu…

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New Tracker Warning Features on iPhones & Androids, 2024 Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report 20:40

6M ago20:40

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In Episode 330 Tom, Scott, and Kevin discuss the new features for iPhones and Android phones designed to warn users about secret trackers, possibly aiding in identifying stalkers. The hosts discuss Apple and Google's collaboration on a technology called DOLT (Detecting Unwanted Location Trackers), aiming to improve user privacy by detecting Bluetoo…

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Ep 24: USAID's Office of Transition Initiatives: 30 Years of Responding to Political Crises 31:12

6M ago31:12

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Brittany Brown, Acting Assistant to the Administrator of USAID’s Bureau for Conflict Prevention and Stabilization, joins Mike Shanley to discuss the Office of Transition Initiatives (OTI). OTI has been an ongoing effort for 30 years, and Brittany shares some of their successes with working in other countries. Localization is a large aspect of the w…

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