Best Neil Large Podcasts (2024)

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Pros & Cons of Experience at Large Corporations vs Start-Ups with Jeff Hudesman, CISO of Pinwheel 21:37

5d ago21:37

21:37

Summary: In this episode, Gene Fay interviews Jeff Hudesman, CISO at Pinwheel, about his career in cybersecurity. Jeff shares his journey from starting as an intern at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center to working at Sony and eventually joining Pinwheel. He discusses the differences between working in large companies like Sony and startups, hig…

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42: Season Review 2023/24 59:36

1M ago59:36

59:36

Wilson, Don, Bas, Mark, & Kyle chose to reconvene one last time this season instead of watching the 1./2. Bundesliga Relegation play-off for this episode of Mattuschka's Right Peg. We look back at the season that was. The highs and lows of a rollercoaster no one could imagine at the beginning of the season. February's Tor des Monats from Paulina Kr…

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41: One For The Ages 1:20:59

1M ago1:20:59

1:20:59

Wilson, Don, Bas, Mark, & Kyle are joined by Dave from the 'Union Berlin in the U.K & Ireland' Facebook fan group for this episode of Mattuschka's Right Peg. Klassenerhalt. 1. FC Union Berlin managed to retain their Bundesliga status on goal difference thanks to a 2-1 win over SC Freiburg and results going our way elsewhere. Dave and Kyle give thei…

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From Gaming to Cybersecurity with Omer Cohen, CISO of Descope 23:33

1M ago23:33

23:33

Omer Cohen CISO of Descope shares his career story, highlights include: Joy in the constant variety of work in incident response Benefits of a mature approach to cybersecurity as a start-up Seeing his work in cybersecurity result in a real-world impact and the arrest and prosecution of cybercriminals B-Sides and the fun of small in person meet-ups…

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40: Sleepwalking 53:22

1M ago53:22

53:22

Wilson, Don, Bas, Mark, & Kyle are in the studio for this episode of Mattuschka's Right Peg. The new manager bounce lasted about 40 minutes, as 1. FC Union Berlin managed to turn a 2-0 lead away to Köln into a 3-2 defeat. With one final league fixture at home to Europe-chasing SC Freiburg ahead, other than black pudding soup what comes next? We als…

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39: Sacked at Half-Time 1:05:51

2M ago1:05:51

1:05:51

Wilson, Don, Bas, Mark, & Kyle are in the studio a week earlier than scheduled for this emergency episode of Mattuschka's Right Peg following the sacking earlier today of 1. FC Union Berlin head coach Nenad Bjelica. We ask how we've ended up in this position and try to look for positives ahead for the final two games of the season and the future th…

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38: Bad Bad Not Good 41:51

2M ago41:51

41:51

It's Wilson, Bas, Mark, & Kyle for this episode of Mattuschka's Right Peg. We look back at the home defeat against Bayern and the draw away to Gladbach. We also look at what needs to change for Union to stay in the league, with vital games against Bochum and Köln ahead. If you want to get in contact with us, the best place to do so is ⁠here⁠. Thank…

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37: Who Can't Be Bought By The West? 1:07:31

2M ago1:07:31

1:07:31

Wilson, Bas, Mark, Don & Kyle for this episode of Mattuschka's Right Peg. We also chat Star Trek, Paw Patrol, and Fußballgott Michael Parensen. If you want to get in contact with us, the best place to do so is ⁠here⁠. Thanks as always to ⁠Die Wallerts⁠ for the intro and to you for listening.

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Advice From a Cybersecurity Recruiter With Kyle McIntyre of McIntyre Assoc. 21:20

3M ago21:20

21:20

Cybersecurity recruiter Kyle McIntyre offers unique guidance based on his work as a retained search specialist working with hiring managers (VPs & C-Levels) in the cybersecurity industry in this episode. He and Gene discuss: How to conduct preliminary research on potential employers and career paths How to reverse engineer desirable backgrounds to …

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36: Black Pudding Soup 47:29

3M ago47:29

47:29

It's Wilson, Mark & Kyle in the studio for this episode of Mattuschka's Right Peg. Like many this season (but hopefully not Scotland on June 23rd - Kyle) Union lost in Stuttgart, however the team bounced back with a superb win against Werder Bremen. We discuss those games, Kyle sheds a tear over Jakub Busk and we look ahead to a tricky run of fixtu…

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Tenets For Managing Yourself with Tom Heiser 36:54

4M ago36:54

36:54

In this episode, Gene Fay interviews Tom Heiser about his journey and shares tenets for managing oneself. The conversation covers topics such as execution, accountability, expressing passion, doing the best job possible, getting outside one's comfort zone, and focusing on what one can control. Takeaways Execution is key to success. Just do it. Acco…

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35: If They're For It, Stand Against It 1:01:49

4M ago1:01:49

1:01:49

Wilson, Mark, Bas, & Kyle are in the studio for this episode of Mattuschka’s Right Peg. We kick off looking back at the games against Hoffenheim, Heidenheim and Dortmund. We also dive into the recent protests, and the victory for fans and club members across Germany that followed as a result. If you want to get in contact with us, the best place to…

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The Power of a Business Perspective With Neil Bahadur of Wells Fargo 24:43

4M ago24:43

24:43

Neil Bahadur, Head of Product in Cybersecurity at Wells Fargo, developed a unique and valuable perspective by switching from security to business development and back to security. In this episode, he and Gene discuss that transition and what he learned from it. They also discuss cybersecurity trends those new to the industry should be aware of, and…

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Are You Asking the Right Questions? With CISO Aaron Katz 18:19

4M ago18:19

18:19

One of the most important parts of being a cybersecurity professional is knowing how to ask the right questions, says CISO Aaron Katz. Aaron started his career as a consultant, and says that's where he honed his question skills. He thinks all aspiring cybersecurity pros should start out with consulting gigs – you learn the business side and what qu…

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34: The Croatian Neil Warnock 52:25

4M ago52:25

52:25

Wilson, Mark, Cherrie, Don, & Kyle are in the studio for this episode of Mattuschka’s Right Peg. Another month has gone, and things appear to be looking up, despite having no right-backs, with our coach settling things on the pitch and starting fights with opposition players off it. We chat about the month that was Union, on and off the park and lo…

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360 Degrees of Camping ⛺️ 1:08:39

5M ago1:08:39

1:08:39

New to camping? Want to make your weekend outdoors a success? This information-packed episode cuts the learning curve for any camper looking for new techniques to improve your overnight experience in the outdoors. Hear from experts on the equipment you'll need, the food you can prepare and make at camp, selecting your campsite and being safe out th…

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How to Combine Giving Back With CPE Credits With Ed Giles of Erus Consulting 17:49

5M ago17:49

17:49

Ed Giles runs cybersecurity seminars for seniors, and wants to spread the word that it's a great way to both get your CPEs and give back to your community. Ed and Gene talk about those seminars, plus Ed's journey from English major to cybersecurity professional, the importance of thinking about security as a business enabler, and more. Ed Giles on …

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How AI Will Change Cybersecurity Jobs With Tony Pietrocola of AgileBlue 12:21

5M ago12:21

12:21

How is AI going to change entry-level cybersecurity jobs? Gene and AgileBlue president Tony Pietrocola discuss in this episode. They also talk about: Tony's career and what AgileBlue does How AI will affect both cybersecurity and cybercrime What he's looking for in interns Tony Pietrocola on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonypietrocola/ Agi…

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How to Get Started as a Pen Tester With Phillip Wylie 16:53

5M ago16:53

16:53

Want to start a career as a pen tester? Phillip Wylie literally wrote the book on the topic. Gene and Phillip, co-author of The Pentester Blueprint: Starting a Career as an Ethical Hacker and host of the Phillip Wylie Show, have a wide-ranging and advice-filled conversation on: His career journey and his podcast Starting a pen testing career Colleg…

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The Changing CIO Role With Kimberly Anstett of Trellix 21:21

5M ago21:21

21:21

Kimberly Anstett has had a C-level cybersecurity position for about a decade. She's seen the CIO role transform, and shares her thoughts on that transformation in this episode. She and Gene discuss her journey to CIO, how to inspire the next generation to embrace STEM careers, what she's looking for when hiring, and more. Kimberly Anstett on Linked…

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33: Nine Large Beers and a Rum and Coke 1:14:31

6M ago1:14:31

1:14:31

Mark, Bas, Don, & Kyle are in the studio for this episode of Mattuschka’s Right Peg. After a hiatus partly down to events following the Real Madrid game (we discuss within), we cover the last nearly two months of all things 1. FC Union Berlin. Finally scoring a goal and then some points in the Bundesliga, hiring Nenad Bjelica, finally winning a gam…

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How to Reskill to Work in Cybersecurity With Christine Gadsby of BlackBerry 19:01

6M ago19:01

19:01

Why should you work in cybersecurity? Because two things that aren't going away are tech and crime, says BlackBerry VP of Product Security Operations Christine Gadsby. Christine and Gene talk about her journey from working in IT out of necessity to cybersecurity VP, how to reskill into cybersecurity, the Leadership Bench Program she developed at Bl…

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Advice for Entry-Level Candidates With Jim Moran of Lifelong Learner Holdings 12:04

7M ago12:04

12:04

Jim Moran has had a long and varied cybersecurity career, and offers some fantastic advice for those just starting out. He and Gene talk about cybersecurity careers, what he's looking for in entry-level candidates, how to find the best career path for you, and more. Jim Moran on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-moran-0b112925/…

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Oh snap... It's a Photo Contest! 50:00

7M ago50:00

50:00

Announcing (drum roll, please 🥁)... the 2023-2024 Opt Outside Photo Contest at Arizona State Parks! Join us in this episode to hear all about the photo contest, its categories, and sweet prize packages. See the full contest details, rules, deadlines, and submission form at AZStateParks.com/photo-contest. Professional photographer for Arizona State …

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The Critical Role of Community in Cybersecurity With Diana Kelley of Protect AI 23:50

7M ago23:50

23:50

Diana Kelley feels strongly that community plays a critical role in all careers, but especially cybersecurity. She explains why in this episode. She and Gene also talk about increasing the number of females in cybersecurity, what she looks for in entry level candidates, and more. Diana Kelley on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianakelleysecu…

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32: Urs Fischer, Fußballgott! 1:28:22

7M ago1:28:22

1:28:22

Wilson, Mark, Bas, Don, & Kyle are in the studio for this episode of Mattuschka’s Right Peg. Urs Fischer is no longer head coach of 1. FC Union Berlin, with a departure mutually agreed following the well spoken about poor run of form. We react to the news, ask where we go from here, and reminisce about the most incredible journey Urs took us on sin…

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Pursuing the Cybersecurity Practitioner Path With John Hammond of Huntress 15:13

8M ago15:13

15:13

We talk a lot on this podcast about how to advance to the executive level within the cybersecurity field. But what if the C-level is not for you? John Hammond is a security practitioner at heart and wants to stay that way. He shares his thoughts on building a practitioner career in this episode. He and Gene also talk about his experience working fo…

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31: Therapy 1:04:58

8M ago1:04:58

1:04:58

Wilson, Mark, Bas, Don, Cherrie & Kyle are in the studio for this episode (or therapy session) of Mattuschka’s Right Peg. We’ve been away since the international break and in the four games since, not much has changed. Union are still losing games, and now we’re out of the DFB-Pokal so we try to look at where things have gone so wrong, and how we m…

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From Help Desk to Cybersecurity With Jeff Farinich of New American Funding 16:15

8M ago16:15

16:15

Want to make the transition from help desk to cybersecurity? Jeff Farinich has helped others make that transition and he shares his advice in this episode. He and Gene also talk about the types of cybersecurity roles, what he looks for in entry level candidates, and more. Jeff Farinich on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jefffarinich/…

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Military to FBI to Cybersecurity Executive With MK Palmore of Google 29:07

8M ago29:07

29:07

MK Palmore has had a long and fascinating career -- from the military to the FBI to cybersecurity executive at Google. Don't miss his story. He's also a Vice President of Cyversity and has great insights and ideas about bringing more diversity to the cybersecurity field. This is an important and valuable conversation for anyone looking to get into …

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Go outside... it's good for your health! 31:26

8M ago31:26

31:26

Humans seem to be hardwired for nature, but did you know there is an actual term for this feeling? It's the concept of biophilia, and research is helping medicine incorporate time in the outdoors and a connection to nature with our health! Dr. Brent Bauer, a general internal medicine physician at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota joins us on the …

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The Role of Behavioral Science in Cybersecurity With Masha Sedova of Elevate Security 20:27

8M ago20:27

20:27

Interested in behavioral science? The training and awareness side of cybersecurity might be for you – and you should hear Masha Sedova’s story. She offers a fascinating look at the human attack surface – which presents a whole new set of challenges – and they aren’t all technical. She has built a career on solving these challenges, and she sheds li…

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Avoiding the 'Phantom Hacker' Scam 4:29

8M ago4:29

4:29

In this special episode, Gene encourages listeners to spread the word about the so-called "Phantom Hacker" scams targeting the elderly. The FBI recently published an alert about these popular scams that attempt to convince senior citizens that their money is unsafe and they need to move it. Gene outlines how the scam works, and how to protect the e…

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Battling the Cybersecurity Intimidation Factor With Cindi Carter of Check Point 21:43

9M ago21:43

21:43

Cybersecurity is intimidating says Check Point CISO Cindi Carter. But she also says it shouldn’t be. Cindi and Gene talk about how to make cybersecurity more accessible in this episode of the eXecutive Security podcast. They also talk about community involvement, networking, and the advice she gives her mentees. Cindi Carter on LinkedIn: https://ww…

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30: Unconditional Support 1:09:43

9M ago1:09:43

1:09:43

Wilson, Mark, Bas & Kyle are joined by special guest, Stuart James of The Athletic for this episode of Mattuschka’s Right Peg. Stuart has been writing about Union in the Champions League this season, and gives a fascinating insight into his experiences in his time with the club this season. Mark, Bas and Kyle were at the Alte Försterei and Olympias…

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We're Thinking About Mentoring Wrong With Amanda Fennell of Prove 23:05

9M ago23:05

23:05

Most of us don't approach mentoring with the right mindset, says Amanda Fennell of Prove. Thinking of it as "sponsoring" rather than "mentoring" would be a step in the right direction. Gene and Amanda talk about this mindset shift, plus her work at Prove, her work teaching cybersecurity at Tulane, why one of her best security analysts picked up val…

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Introducing: Critics at Large 12:11

9M ago12:11

12:11

On Critics at Large, a new weekly culture podcast from The New Yorker, the staff writers Vinson Cunningham, Naomi Fry, and Alexandra Schwartz discuss current obsessions, classic texts, and trends that are emerging across books, film, television, pop culture, and more. The show will offer lively, surprising conversations about such topics as how com…

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29: The Ghost of Schnatterer Past 25:04

9M ago25:04

25:04

Wilson, Mark, Bas & Kyle are back for this episode of Mattuschka’s Right Peg. We look back at the defeat to Heidenheim as we dismiss any crisis chat and look forward to our first Champions League ‘Home’ game against Braga. If you want to get in contact with us, the best place to do so is here. Thanks as always to Die Wallerts for the intro and to y…

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Going underground with the Kartchner Caverns Cave Unit 56:09

9M ago56:09

56:09

For Chelsea Ballard, the world underneath the ground we stand on has always had a draw. She earned a Karst Hydrogeology degree and went on to work in several different caves before moving to Arizona to lead our Cave Unit team at Kartchner Caverns State Park. In this episode, Chelsea shares what excites her about working in the unique ecosystem of c…

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Changing Cybersecurity Hiring With Haris Pylarinos of Hack The Box 18:47

9M ago18:47

18:47

Haris Pylarinos found cybersecurity training subpar, and too expensive, so he started a company to do better. Hack The Box is now a leading gamified cybersecurity upskilling, certification, and talent assessment platform with more than 2 million platform members. In this episode, Haris and Gene talk about Hack The Box, its origins and goals; why tr…

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28: Who Cares? 1:02:22

9M ago1:02:22

1:02:22

It wasn’t to be in Madrid (or Berlin) but undeterred, Wilson, Don, Mark, & Kyle are back for this episode of Mattuschka's Right Peg. Wilson and Don share their stories from Madrid, we look back at the game against Hoffenheim and look forward to our away trip to Heidenheim. If you want to get in contact with us, the best place to doso is here. Thank…

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Building a Career in Cybersecurity With Yuri Diogenes of Microsoft 24:17

9M ago24:17

24:17

The author of "Building a Career in Cybersecurity," Yuri Diogenes offers a wealth of knowledge, advice, and tips on entering this field in this episode. He and Gene discuss: Yuri's career journey His take on cybersecurity certifications Why building a lab is important for those looking for entry-level roles How to be intentional in your attendance …

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27: ¡Viviremos Para Siempre! 1:06:16

9M ago1:06:16

1:06:16

The episode title is the penultimate line of our club hymn in Spanish. Given the subject matter, it felt most apt. Wir werden ewig leben. We will live forever. Wilson, Bas, Mark, & Kyle are finally joined by Cherrie for this episode of Mattuschka's Right Peg. We talk about the 2-1 defeat in Wolfsburg and look ahead to our historic first Champions L…

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From English Major to C-Level Security Executive With Lance Hayden of Vericast 18:56

10M ago18:56

18:56

You don’t need a tech background to work in cybersecurity, says Lance Hayden, Chief Information Security Strategist at Vericast, and former English major. What skills and abilities do you need? Get Lance’s perspective in this episode. He and Gene also talk about his experience teaching cybersecurity at the Univeristy of Texas, and what he looks for…

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Working in Cybersecurity at a University With Eric Jacobsen of BU 12:14

10M ago12:14

12:14

Eric Jacobsen, Asst. VP and CISO at Boston University, is our first guest from the higher education space, and he offers a unique look at what it’s like to work in cybersecurity at a university. He and Gene talk about the benefits of working at an institution of higher learning, his path from a chemistry degree to cybersecurity leader, what he look…

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26: It's Going To Be Fun 38:05

10M ago38:05

38:05

Wilson, Bas, Mark, Don, & Kyle are back for this episode of Mattuschka's Right Peg. The draw for the UEFA Champions League Group Stage was last Thursday and our 1. FC Union Berlin were in it. After briefly covering our match against SSV Markranstädt at the weekend we look forward to the fun adventures ahead. Bas also updates us on his book launch. …

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Avoiding Cybersecurity Burnout With Sam Curry of Zscaler 22:11

10M ago22:11

22:11

Burnout is real and rampant among C-level cybersecurity professionals. How can you avoid it? Zscaler CISO Sam Curry shares his thoughts. Gene and Sam also talk about making the path from secondary school to entry-level cybersecurity job easier, why collegiate cybersecurity competitions are important, and what's GOOD about cybersecurity careers (it'…

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25: De Auteur 59:44

10M ago59:44

59:44

Wilson, Bas, Mark, Don, & Kyle are back for this episode of Mattuschka's Right Peg. Not to be left out from our season preview Wilson and Bas give us their predictions for the season (is it cheating if it's after the first couple of matchdays?). We also look back at our opening games and look ahead to our next two fixtures. Bas also talks about his…

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Analyzing Results of Survey on Cybersecurity Skills Gap With Jeremy Ventura of ThreatX 20:11

10M ago20:11

20:11

ThreatX surveyed 2,000 consumers in the US and UK about the cybersecurity skills gap – to get their thoughts on its causes and effects. In this episode, Gene and ThreatX Field CISO Jeremy Ventura analyze the results, including: 62% reported that if they or their child had more education around cybersecurity in school, they would have considered ent…

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