Security Unfiltered
Cyber Security can be a difficult field to not only understand but to also navigate. Joe South is here to help with over a decade of experience across several domains of security. With this podcast I hope to help more people get into IT and Cyber Security as well as discussing modern day Cyber Security topics you may find in the daily news. Come join us as we learn and grow together!
Episodes
Bobby Ford, a seasoned cybersecurity leader and CISO turned strategist, joins us for a powerhouse discussion on how AI is reshaping social engineering threats and what organizations need to do now to stay protected. From militaristic origins to startup innovation, Bobby’s insights are both visionary and urgent. This episode is a must-listen for anyone serious about defending against tomorrow’s cyber threats.
In this power-packed episode, we dive deep with Nir Valtman, a cybersecurity founder turned SaaS innovator, who reveals the raw truth behind starting from zero and scaling to hundreds of thousands of subscribers. He shares how ditching excuses, setting bold goals, and harnessing vision can lead you through the chaos of growth and the fear of failure.
You’ll discover the critical mindset shifts that propelled Nir...
Get ready to dive deep into the raw truths of modern cyber threats, the evolution of social engineering, and how AI is transforming the battlefield. With cybersecurity veterans Dylan DeAnda and Joe, we uncover the alarming acceleration of digital threats, the brilliance behind proactive defense, and the game-changing power of AI-driven tools.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Why it took years to get this conversation with Dyl...
Most organizations underestimate the staggering speed at which cyber threats are evolving—until it’s too late. Chris Nyhuis, a cybersecurity veteran who's been in the trenches for 16 years, pulls back the curtain on the terrifying future of cyber warfare powered by AI. This isn’t just theory—he shares chilling real-world insights about AI-enabled attacks that operate with unprecedented speed and cunning, making...
Most of us are living in a digital battlefield we barely understand—until it's too late. Alli Mellen reveals how nations harness cyber tools shaped by centuries of history, and how today's chaos isn't random—it's deeply rooted in geopolitical motives. If you think cyberwarfare is just about hackers and malware, think again. Alli's insider perspective exposes the dangerous future we’re rushin...
The cybersecurity battlefield is evolving at a lightning pace—and in 2025, we saw threats go from sophisticated to unstoppable. Identity has become the new frontline, with hackers weaponizing OAuth tokens, SaaS integrations, and impersonations to breach even the most secure environments. But here’s the brutal truth: if you’re not prepared for these attack vectors, you’re already one step behind.
In this electrif...
Most cybersecurity stories talk about the hacks, but this episode peels back the curtain on the raw, unfiltered journey of a hacker turned industry pioneer. Jason Haddix shares how his early days of hex editing and fake IDs evolved into leading offensive security at Fortune 100 giants — all driven by relentless curiosity and defiance. His tales of surviving the shadowy underground, navigating multi-year career pivot...
Most cybersecurity talks focus on technical solutions, but this episode reveals a game-changing perspective: building trust is at the core of cybersecurity success. Danielle Sheer, Chief Trust Officer at Commvault, shares how her legal background and emotional connection strategies transform organizations’ approach to security—making cybersecurity relatable, manageable, and resilient.
You'll discover:<...
In this episode, Joe and Ben Wilcox dive into the rapid advancements in AI and technology, sharing insights from the recent Microsoft Ignite conference. They explore the transformative impact of AI on security practices, the evolution of agentic robots, and the growing importance of data security in today's digital landscape. Tune in to hear a lively discussion between an AI skeptic and an optimist, and discove...
We trade office chaos for focused remote work, then chart the journey from a 1999 idea to one of security’s most-used tools. The talk widens to cyber warfare, scams, and practical privacy steps anyone can take without going off-grid.
• year-end boundaries and remote work focus
• origin of WhatIsMyIPAddress and staying humble
• don’t invite hackers, real-world conference fallout
• elite cyber tra...
Ever wonder why some shows last for years while others fade before episode seven? We sit down with Jack from Darknet Diaries to unpack the systems, mindset, and storytelling choices that keep a podcast resilient without burning out the host. Instead of chasing viral spikes, Jack lays out a playbook for steady growth: batch recording, rest cycles, and that deceptively powerful one percent month-over-month target. It’...
In this episode, Joe sits down with Brian Long, CEO of Adaptive Security, to delve into the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, focusing on the alarming rise of AI-powered social engineering attacks. Brian shares insights from his extensive experience, highlighting the sophisticated tactics used by attackers, including deep fake technology and AI agents. They discuss the challenges organizations face in adapting to...
We trace a journey from a teenage online threat to security engineering at global scale, exploring how deep fundamentals and distributed thinking shape reliable defenses. Along the way, we unpack certifications, teaching at scale, and building a practical path for learners worldwide.
• curiosity-driven path from fear to purpose
• foundations before security: systems then networks
• depth of concepts...
We trace Jake’s unlikely route from journalism to the White House, how DEF CON’s Voting Village began, and why imposter syndrome can be a secret advantage when paired with relentless learning. Then we pull apart cyber strategy, Stuxnet’s signal value, and a plan to choke fentanyl through targeted offensive operations against cartels’ digital lifelines.
• launching a policy career by building expert networks...
In this episode, Joe sits down with Vishnu Varma to explore the evolving landscape of cybersecurity and data management. Vishnu shares his journey from India to the US, detailing his experiences at Cisco and the rise of cloud security. They delve into the challenges of managing vast amounts of data in the age of AI, discussing how BonFi AI is innovating in data security. Tune in to learn about the importance of cont...
We trace a winding path from offshore rigs to elite red team ops and into subsea data centers, using one sewer-side breach as the spark for a new way to secure and scale compute. Along the way we unpack social engineering basics, the blue vs red culture clash, and whether AI is building features or changing outcomes.
• junk folders, platform fatigue, and curated personas
• kids chasing influence and th...
We trace how cyber policy tries to catch up with fast-moving threats, from decades-old laws to a new push for offensive capabilities. Along the way, we unpack what real resilience looks like for SMEs, critical infrastructure, and the talent pipeline that holds it all together.
• Verona’s route from public policy to cybersecurity
• Why slow law and fast threats collide
• Updating the Computer Misuse ...
We explore why most breaches are identity failures and how to flip the model with hardware-backed, device-bound credentials that never move. Jason shares global threat trends, startup lessons, and a blueprint for preventing credential theft across people, agents, and machines.
• life on the road, burnout signals and recovery
• global threats to critical infrastructure and state actor pressure
• star...
We explore how to prepare for a post‑quantum world while dealing with today’s outages and social engineering risks. From zero trust on satellites to multi‑region cloud design, we share practical ways to trade brittle efficiency for real resilience.
• mapping careers toward emerging security domains
• zero trust for satellites and patch constraints
• harvest now decrypt later and crypto agility
•...
Security gets sharper when we stop treating AI like magic and start treating it like an untrusted user. We sit down with Eric Galinkin to unpack the real-world ways red teams and defenders are using language models today, where they fall apart, and how to build guardrails that hold up under pressure. From MCP servers that look a lot like ordinary APIs to the messy truths of model hallucination, this conversation tra...
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