Best Aaron Alejandro Podcasts (2024)

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Hack to Learn: Integrating Humanities into Cybersecurity with Aaron Mauro 52:17

4h ago52:17

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How do we predict the future? In our respective technology and security fields we are often asked to prognosticate on “what’s next?”. Understanding current trends is certainly helpful but what if you could reach far into the future and describe humanity and our relative progress? In this week's episode of SecureTalk we host an Associate Professor o…

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Viktoria Nasyrova 1:12:00

35m ago1:12:00

1:12:00

Viktoria Nasyrova fled Russia after the police questioned her about her alleged involvement in the murder of her next-door neighbor. She ended up in New York City, the same place where her next-door neighbor's daughter lived. The daughter was hunting Viktoria and an international warrant was out for her arrest. Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss V…

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Redefining Cybersecurity Strategies 39:51

7d ago39:51

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In this episode of Secure Talk, Justin Beals, founder and CEO of Strike Graph, hosts Bruce Schneier, a renowned security technologist, author, and lecturer at the Harvard Kennedy School. Schneier discusses his book 'A Hacker's Mind,' sharing insights into the psychology of security, societal impacts of cybersecurity, and how businesses can better a…

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Leonard Tyburski 1:15:42

42m ago1:15:42

1:15:42

Leonard and Dorothy Tyburski had been married for seventeen years when, in 1984, Dorothy disappeared. As the spouse, Leonard was a person of interest, but the picture was murky. The family dynamics were dysfunctional. There was talk that Dorothy had run off with another man. Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss Leonard Tyburski. Once they emerged, t…

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Always Forward 52:30

9h ago52:30

52:30

In this episode of the Growing Our Future podcast, host Aaron Alejandro interviews Ron Kitchens, the CEO of the Wichita Falls Chamber of Commerce. They discuss the importance of gratitude, the power of a job in changing lives, and the role of agriculture and FFA in creating opportunities. Ron shares his personal journey from poverty to becoming a l…

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Security Threats from the Chrome Web Store with Sheryl Hsu 37:48

14d ago37:48

37:48

Have you ever wondered how secure your browser extensions really are? On our latest Secure Talk episode join us for a discussion with Sheryl Hsu, a researcher from Stanford Empirical Security Research Group. We discuss their recent paper “What is in the Chrome Web Store? Investigating Security-Noteworthy Browser Extensions.” Sheryl and the team at …

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Kimberly Hricko 58:36

17d ago58:36

58:36

Stephen Hricko was found dead in a resort cottage in Maryland on February 15th, 1999. Authorities initially believed he died in an accidental fire, but they soon became suspicious as the facts in the investigation pointed another way. They ultimately began looking at someone very close to Stephen as his killer. Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss K…

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Unraveling the Layers of HIPAA: A Deep Dive into Data Security with Iliana Peters 46:53

21d ago46:53

46:53

In this episode of SecureTalk, host Justin Beals, CEO of StrikeGraph, discusses the complexities of HIPAA, data privacy, and healthcare security with expert Ileana Peters, a shareholder at Polsinelli. Once a leader in regulatory enforcement for US Health and Human Services she talks with Justin on how to manage compliance.Peters shares insights fro…

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Aaron Lewis and Crystal Lowery 1:14:14

9d ago1:14:14

1:14:14

50-year-old Beverly Carter was a successful real estate agent. In September 2014, she thought she was meeting a married couple for a showing at a rural property, but the couple set up the meeting with the intention of kidnapping her for ransom. Beverly was kidnapped and murdered hours later. Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss Aaron Lewis and Cryst…

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Navigating HIPAA Compliance with Confidence 45:04

28d ago45:04

45:04

In December 2023 the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services reported that the medical data of more than 88 million people was exposed in the first ten months of 2023. A 2018 Trustwave Global Security Reported that a single healthcare record would receive an average of $250.15 when sold, 50 times more valuable than a stolen credit card. 92% of…

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Damien Guerrero and Kinzie Noordman 1:04:50

16d ago1:04:50

1:04:50

In 2003, 18-year-old Kelly Bullwinkle was found dead near an orange grove in California. At first, the police believed that she was involved in drugs, and her murder centered around that. But as the case unraveled, the culprits and the reason behind the murder shocked many. Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss Damien Guerrero and Kinzie Noordman and…

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You Can't Be Afraid to Fail Guest: Eddie Priefert 46:56

1M ago46:56

46:56

In this episode of Growing Our Future Podcast, Eddie Priefert, the president of Priefert, shares his journey and the success of the Priefert brand. The company started with 300 acres, one product, and a two-car garage, and has now grown to a 3,500-acre ranch and a campus with 35 acres under roof. Priefert is involved in the ranch equipment and rode…

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Crisis Fighting: How to plan a successful security incident 47:10

1M ago47:10

47:10

It seems a new security crisis is emerging at a weekly pace. The emergence of critical security breaches, data exposures and digital infrastructure failures has vastly accelerated in the last 5 years.What happens when your job is to operate in a crisis? Join us for the next episode of Secure Talk where we sit down with Vice Admiral Mike LeFevre (re…

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Michael Glazebrook 1:13:06

23d ago1:13:06

1:13:06

In October 1981, 30-year-old Sonia Herok-Stone was murdered inside her home in Carmel, California. Initial suspects included one of her neighbors and Sonia's estranged husband. The police had some evidence to work with, but it wasn't enough to bring about charges. It took over four decades to finally get her killer. Join Mike and Gibby as they disc…

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Creating the dark web: How the TOR browser was invented 48:22

1M ago48:22

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What software do radical techno-libertarians, the CIA, Privacy Advocates, the US State Department and Cyber Criminals use every day? The TOR Browser. In this compelling episode of SecureTalk, Justin Beals, the Founder and CEO of Strike Graph, discusses the book ‘Tor: From the Dark Web to the Future of Privacy’ with its author, Ben Collier, a Lectur…

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Alejandro Rojas 1:02:03

30d ago1:02:03

1:02:03

On Valentine's Day 2020, the body of 21-year-old Dioneth Lopez was found on a logging road in Washington State. Dioneth was beaten with a tequila bottle and attacked with a box cutter in a remote wooded area in what was an extremely vicious murder. Join Mike and Gibby as they talk about Alejandro Rojas and the murder of Dioneth Lopez. Lopez had bee…

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Fail Faster 47:30

2M ago47:30

47:30

In this episode of the Growing Our Future podcast, host Aaron Alejandro interviews Robert Smith, a magician and consultant in the fair industry. They discuss the importance of gratitude, the positive impact of organizations like FFA, and the power of storytelling and advocacy. Robert shares his journey from being a magician to creating unique exper…

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Cyber Threat Intelligence: Getting to know the adversary 36:47

2M ago36:47

36:47

"They're not trying to be gracious here. They're trying to make as much money as they can with that personal data.” - Mary D'AngeloJoin us for this Secure Talk podcast to unmask the activity of cyber criminals on the dark web. Mary D’Angelo, an expert in Cyber Threat Intelligence, helps us “follow the money” and understand the aggressive tactics be…

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William Burke and William Hare 1:08:29

1M ago1:08:29

1:08:29

William Burke and William Hare were killers who murdered victims in the city of Edinburgh and sold the bodies to an anatomist who needed cadavers for lessons. They killed at least sixteen people in one year, but their greed made them reckless, and they were ultimately caught. Join Mike and Gibby as they talk about Burke and Hare. Graverobbing was a…

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The #1 Vulnerability in Cybersecurity is Us. 46:44

2M ago46:44

46:44

98% of cyberattacks rely on social engineering. An average business organization faces over 700 social engineering attacks annually. And 90% of data breach incidents target the human element to gain access to sensitive business information.How can understanding human psychology help your cybersecurity defense?On the latest SecureTalk, I engage in a…

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The Murder of Phil Hartman 1:01:39

1M ago1:01:39

1:01:39

By 1998, Phil Hartman was a household name after a successful run on Saturday Night Live and several movies. He married his third wife, Brynn, in 1987. Brynn had aspirations to be a model and an actress, but her career never took off like Phil's. Few could have believed that the couple's lives would be ended the way that they were. Join Mike and Gi…

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Play on the Team or Own the Team 40:45

2M ago40:45

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In this episode, Dale Alexander shares insights on leadership and the qualities that make a great leader. He emphasizes the importance of growth, empathy, and humility in leadership. Dale also discusses the power of influence and how leaders can positively impact others. He encourages listeners to surround themselves with the right people and to th…

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Hacking a Nation: Alejandro Caceres’ Bold Attack on North Korea 56:11

2M ago56:11

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From childhood hacking experiments to disrupting North Korea's internet, Alejandro Caceres shares his incredible journey and the future of cyber warfare on SecureTalk. From the early days of modems and personal computers Alejandro was deeply interested in connective computing. The early days of exploring BBS’s, telecom networks and digital modems r…

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Jodi Arias Part 2 1:17:23

2M ago1:17:23

1:17:23

Jodi Arias became infamous after she murdered her ex-boyfriend Travis Alexander in June 2008. Her 2013 trial was a media circus. Jodi argued that she killed Travis in self-defense. They had a complicated relationship. There was a whirlwind romance, and then Travis tried to distance himself. But, as some friends described it, Jodi was his kryptonite…

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Mastering the Role of CISO: Advice from Todd Fitzgerald 42:40

2M ago42:40

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What are the essential principles for successful CISO leadership? In this episode of SecureTalk, Justin Beals, founder and CEO of StrikeGraph, sits down with cybersecurity expert Todd Fitzgerald to explore this question. As the author of 'CISO Compass' and the newly released 'Privacy Leader Compass,' Todd shares his journey from a computer programm…

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Jodi Arias Part 1 1:15:30

2M ago1:15:30

1:15:30

Jodi Arias became infamous after she murdered her ex-boyfriend Travis Alexander in June 2008. Her 2013 trial was a media circus. Jodi argued that she killed Travis in self-defense. They had a complicated relationship. There was a whirlwind romance, and then Travis tried to distance himself. But, as some friends described it, Jodi was his kryptonite…

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The Talk 46:49

3M ago46:49

46:49

In this episode of the Growing Our Future podcast, host Aaron Alejandro interviews Dale Alexander, a certified financial planner and author. They discuss the importance of gratitude, passion, and purpose in life. Dale shares his journey of personal growth and how he became passionate about financial planning. They also discuss the power of giving a…

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Dynamic Data Safety: Purandar Das on Encryption and Beyond 40:37

3M ago40:37

40:37

If data is at the center of your risk profile, how resilient is your current encryption? In this episode of Secure Talk we discuss encryption with Purandar Das a deep expert in data encryption and CEO of Sotero.The conversation also explores his early influences, the role of a CTO, the evolving challenges in data security, and the importance of ada…

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Wendi Mae Davidson 1:11:21

3M ago1:11:21

1:11:21

Wendi Mae Davidson claimed that she found her husband, Michael Severance, dead in their home. The couple had only been married for months, marrying just before Wendi delivered a son. Michael and Wendi were set to leave for Maine to visit Michael's parents. This would have been the first time his parents met Wendi. But they never made it. Instead, M…

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Decoding Cyber Resilience: Insights from Absolute Security's Christy Wyatt 44:37

3M ago44:37

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On this episode of Secure Talk we meet with Christy Wyatt the CEO of Absolute Security, and the importance of cyber resilience. We discuss topics of security complexity, compliance, fostering a security-conscious culture, and managing cyber risks effectively. Additionally, discussions explore device compliance, self-healing hardware capabilities, a…

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Father Gerald Robinson 1:05:23

2M ago1:05:23

1:05:23

On April 5th, 1980, Sister Margaret Ann Pahl was murdered inside the chapel of Mercy Hospital in Toledo, Ohio. Father Gerald Robinson, one of the hospital chaplains, was suspected and even questioned in her murder. But, it would take many years to solve the mystery of who killed Sister Margaret. Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss Father Gerald Rob…

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A Perfect Fit: Using risk to get the right sized security with Christopher Hodson. 54:07

3M ago54:07

54:07

Is ‘Security Theater’ plaguing your efforts for cyber resilience? Chris Hodson author of “Cyber Risk Management” gives us a reality check on SecureTalk. Discover why risk is the cornerstone of every security program and how his book guides CISO’s and security leaders through effective security posture scoping.Delve into aligning security with busin…

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Dan White 1:13:18

3M ago1:13:18

1:13:18

On November 27th, 1978, former San Francisco Board of Supervisors member Dan White walked into City Hall and murdered Mayor George Moscone and Supervisor Harvey Milk. White was angry about Moscone’s decision not to reappoint him to the Board after he resigned earlier that month. Harvey Milk had urged the mayor not to reappoint White. Join Mike and …

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Pay Attention to What You Are Good At 35:01

3M ago35:01

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In this episode, Aaron Alejandro interviews Madeleine Musick, an Agricultural Science Teacher at Elgin High School and founder of Farmstead Annalise. Madeleine shares her journey from being a non-traditional FFA student to establishing a successful family-run business in the food industry. She emphasizes the importance of students exploring their i…

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Roderick and Mark Newell 1:14:21

3M ago1:14:21

1:14:21

Nicholas and Elizabeth Newall were wealthy retirees with an estate worth hundreds of thousands of pounds. Their two adult sons were the sole beneficiaries of their money and properties. The Newalls disappeared after an evening out with their sons. Roderick and Mark Newall were the main suspects, but putting the puzzle pieces together wasn’t quick o…

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The Algorithmic Mirror: Reflecting on Data’s Role in Modern Life 52:32

4M ago52:32

52:32

Ever wonder how data invisibly shapes our world? Or what does the TikTok controversy really reveal about global cybersecurity threats? "The Secret Life of Data" episode on SecureTalk dives into these questions and more with authors Aram Sinnreich and Jesse Gilbert.Highlights include:1. The real implications of the TikTok ban examined from a cyberse…

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Stephen Allwine 1:24:42

3M ago1:24:42

1:24:42

Stephen Allwine had a normal, seemingly happy life. He was married, had a son, and was an elder at his local church. In 2016, the FBI became aware of a contract to kill his wife, Amy. The Allwines were warned and encouraged to increase their home security. Amy was killed months later. Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss Stephen Allwine. Despite bei…

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Figure it Out ... A Competitive Edge 38:30

4M ago38:30

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In this episode, Aaron Alejandro hosts Sheldon McKinney, Executive Director of the Kentucky FFA Foundation. Sheldon shares her journey from a high school student in Eastern Kentucky to her current role, highlighting the pivotal role of her ag teacher in guiding her career path. She emphasizes the importance of curiosity, hard work, and vision in le…

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Tony Boyle 1:18:57

3M ago1:18:57

1:18:57

On December 31st, 1969, Joseph Yablonski, his wife, and his daughter were murdered inside their home in Clarksville, Pennsylvania. Earlier that year, Yablonski announced he was running for president of the United Mine Workers of America. His opponent was Tony Boyle, who had been president since 1963. Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss Tony Boyle. …

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Navigating Cyber Threats: FBI Perspectives on Protecting Business and Family 46:05

4M ago46:05

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How safe is your digital footprint? This week on SecureTalk, we sit down with Scott Augenbaum, a retired FBI agent turned cybercrime prevention guru, to dissect the LastPass breach and extract lessons that resonate with every cyber enthusiast. Through the lens of "The Three Truths," Scott demystifies common misconceptions about cybercrime and unvei…

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Matthew Owens 1:09:17

4M ago1:09:17

1:09:17

19-year-old Sonya Ivanoff, a resident of Nome, Alaska, disappeared during an early morning walk on August 11th, 2003. Her body was found the next evening. None of the early leads panned out, but weeks later, investigators found evidence pointing to local police officer Matthew Owens. Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss Matthew Owens. Nome is a smal…

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Arohn Kee 1:14:14

4M ago1:14:14

1:14:14

Arohn Kee is known as the “East Harlem Rapist.” Over eight years, he murdered three teen girls and raped four more teens in New York City. One detective called him “every young lady’s worst nightmare.” Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss the life and crimes of Arohn Kee. This man was so despicable that we were often disgusted while talking about hi…

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Life Rewards Action 49:12

4M ago49:12

49:12

In this episode of Growing Our Future, host Aaron Alejandro welcomes Marty Bryan, a multifaceted entrepreneur, seasoned restaurateur, and a beacon of hospitality. Marty shares his journey, beginning with his upbringing in the FFA, through his experiences in the restaurant industry, to his current ventures. He emphasizes the importance of gratitude,…

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Hacking the Human OS: Insights from Social Engineering Expert Christopher Hadnagy 45:30

5M ago45:30

45:30

Join host Justin Beals as he explores the art of human hacking with Chris Hadnagy, CEO of Social Engineer, LLC, and renowned author in social engineering. Discover Hadnagy's compelling journey through security and computer science, including pivotal incidents, pioneering social engineering frameworks, and collaborations with agencies like MI5 and t…

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Amanda Noverr and Adam Williams 1:13:27

4M ago1:13:27

1:13:27

In the fall of 2019, Adam Williams left Utah to escape prosecution for multiple felonies. He and his wife, Amanda Noverr, planned to flee the country and start a new life in Mexico, but they needed to steal a vehicle first. They targeted James and Michelle Butler, a married couple traveling the country in their RV and happened to be at the same cam…

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Sammy Almahri 1:11:15

4M ago1:11:15

1:11:15

In 2012, Nadine Aburas met Sammy Almahri through an online dating website. Nadine was looking for love, and her sister suggested that online dating might be the way. At first, the pair hit it off even though Nadine lived in Wales and Sammy lived in the United States. But it soon became apparent that Sammy had a controlling nature. Join Mike and Gib…

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Don't Ignore a Hunch 38:18

5M ago38:18

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In this episode of the "Growing Our Future" podcast, host Aaron Alejandro welcomes Karissa Jones, a Strategic Account Manager at BASF. Karissa shares her journey from a non-traditional agricultural background to her current role, emphasizing the importance of initiative, learning from setbacks, and developing soft skills through FFA involvement. Sh…

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Reputation as a risk: understanding the security threat of harmful narratives 48:09

5M ago48:09

48:09

In this gripping episode of Secure Talk, hosted by Justin Beals, we dive deep into the fascinating intersection of technology, governance, and society. Our special guest, Mark Listes, CEO of Pendulum, discusses his journey from a coding enthusiast to a champion of cybersecurity and democracy. The episode takes a compelling turn as we explore a rive…

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Larry and Danny Ranes Part 2 1:07:46

4M ago1:07:46

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Larry and Danny Ranes were serial killer brothers who primarily targeted victims near Kalamazoo, Michigan. Larry and Danny were suspected of committing multiple murders. Danny enlisted the help of a teenage accomplice named Brent Koster in some of his crimes Join Mike and Gibby for this second and last episode on Larry and Danny Ranes. What makes t…

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Decoding Disaster: An Analysis of Four Pivotal Cybersecurity Breaches 34:39

5M ago34:39

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The Secure Talk podcast, hosted by Justin Beals, presents a bonus episode discussing recent security breaches with guests Stephen Farrell of Ideagen, Paul Bingham of Western Governors University, Raffaele Mattone of Judy Security, and Alex Cox of LastPass. The episode covers the 23andMe data breach, Microsoft government email hacks, the Whitworth U…

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