Simplifying Cyber

Simplifying Cyber

This show features an interactive discussion, expert hosts, and guests focused on solving cyber security and privacy challenges in innovative and creative ways. Our goal is for our audience to learn and discover real, tangible, usable ideas that don't require a huge budget to accomplish. Shows like “How It’s Made” have become popular because they explain complicated or largely unknown things in easy terms. This show brings the human element to cyber security and privacy.

Episodes

September 9, 2025 35 mins

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Ever wondered why employees keep finding ways around your security controls? The answer might lie in how those controls are designed and implemented.

In this thought-provoking episode, we're joined by Matt Belanger, CIO of Republic Airways, to tackle one of cybersecurity's most persistent challenges: the friction between security requirements and user experience. When se...

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Ever wonder why healthcare organizations are such prime targets for cyberattacks? In this eye-opening conversation with Kelly White, founder of Risk Recon, we uncover the startling reality that healthcare accounts for 37% of all breach events in the last decade.

Kelly's journey from soldering Timex Sinclair computers in the late 70s to founding a pioneering third-party risk management platform offers a fascinating per...

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August 18, 2025 40 mins

What happens after an employee clicks on a phishing link? Jason Hoenich (hey-nick), the self-proclaimed "Security Awareness Apologist," believes that's where the real education begins. Drawing from his experiences at major entertainment companies like Disney and Sony, Jason shares how live hacking demonstrations where employees witness real-time compromises create powerful, unforgettable learning moments.

Th...

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Ever wonder what lurks beneath the surface of that shiny acquisition target? Our expert panel, featuring M&A Expert Brandon Kern, pulls back the curtain on the hidden cyber risks that can make or break your next deal.

When companies merge or acquire, cybersecurity considerations often take a backseat to financial projections and market synergies. Yet overlooking digital vulnerabilities can transform a strategic investm...

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July 22, 2025 38 mins

Ever wonder how to protect sensitive data when you don't have an IT department? In this revealing conversation, two pharmaceutical industry veterans who recently launched their own consulting businesses share the cybersecurity challenges they never anticipated after leaving corporate America.

Katie Hewitt, founder of BioVenture Advisors, and Laura Viaches, president of Endeavor Pharma Solutions, spent over 20 years ea...

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Artificial intelligence has firmly established itself at the forefront of the cybersecurity agenda, creating both unprecedented opportunities and complex challenges for security leaders. In this eye-opening conversation with cybersecurity veteran Tim Sewell, we dive deep into the realities of implementing effective AI governance and security practices in today's rapidly evolving threat landscape.

Tim shares invaluable...

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What can the largest diamond heist in history teach us about modern cybersecurity? When $100 million in diamonds vanished from Belgium's supposedly impenetrable Diamond Center vault, it wasn't cutting-edge technology that failed—it was people and processes.

Join host Aaron Pritz and senior cybersecurity consultant Rebecca as they unpack the fascinating story of the 2003 Antwerp Diamond Heist in this surprise myst...

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Grace Chi, co-founder and COO of PulseDive, takes us deep into the often overlooked world of cyber threat intelligence networking. Grace has become a passionate advocate for the human connections that power effective security programs, conducting groundbreaking research on how threat intelligence practitioners share information.

What makes this conversation especially valuable is Grace's focus on the practical realiti...

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How prepared is your organization for disruption? 

In our latest episode, we dive deep into the critical topic of Business Continuity Planning (BCP) with cybersecurity expert and new Reveal Risk Director Todd Wilkinson. 

As digital dependencies grow, the way companies approach BCP must evolve. Todd highlights the shift in ownership from IT departments to business leaders, shedding light on the necessity for everyone in the organizati...

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Unlock the secrets of a successful career in cybersecurity with our guest, David Gee, a recently retired industry veteran and author of "The Aspiring CIO and CISO."

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Unlock the secrets of effective insider risk management with Marene Allison, the former CISO of Johnson & Johnson, as she takes us on a journey through her illustrious career in cybersecurity. From her intriguing transition from military police to managing IT security for the World Cup, Marene shares captivating stories like thwarting a logic bomb attempt at Medco. Her emphasis on prioritizing process over technology offers inv...

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August 1, 2024 28 mins
What happens when military intelligence meets professional sports? Our guest, Jack Thompson, Director of InfoSec, Risk, and Compliance at the Indianapolis Colts, brings a unique perspective to cybersecurity in the high-stakes world of professional football. With a career that transitioned from military operations to safeguarding invaluable sports data, Jack's journey underscores the critical importance of Business Continu...

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July 19, 2024 26 mins

What if understanding human behavior could be the key to bolstering your organization's cybersecurity? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Bob Casey, a veteran security expert whose career has spanned the FBI, Houston Police Department, and corporate security at a major pharmaceutical company. Bob's journey from handling organized crime on the midnight beat in Houston to transforming the FBI's intelligence ...

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Ever feel like you're just checking boxes when it comes to cyber awareness training? Prepare to revolutionize your approach as Aaron Pritz, Cody Rivers, and special guest Jim Wailes dissect the urgent need for a cyber education metamorphosis. It's time to transform passive training into a vibrant culture of proactive defense, where every employee is an empowered guardian against digital threats. We're scrapping the o...

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February 23, 2024 29 mins

Discover the unexpected synergies between spy craft and cybersecurity as Shawnee Delaney, ex-intelligence operative and CEO of Vaillance Group, shares her thrilling escapades and invaluable insights. Her experience, including a thwarted attempt to help capture Osama bin Laden due to miscommunication, offers a unique lens through which we examine the human elements essential to protecting national and organizational assets. Shawnee&...

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January 10, 2024 25 mins

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October 11, 2023 31 mins

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No gatekeeping and no BS. We’re here to simplify.

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September 14, 2023 30 mins

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Tune in to Simplifying Cyber wherever you get your podcasts, or watch exclusive video content right here on the channel. Subscribe for hot takes on emerging technologies, tips and tricks for everyone looking to stay secure, and in-depth conversations about complex cybersecurity topics.

No gatekeeping and no BS. We’re here to simplify.

Official Website: www.revealrisk.com

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September 12, 2023 28 mins

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Tune in to Simplifying Cyber wherever you get your podcasts, or watch exclusive video content right here on the channel. Subscribe for hot takes on emerging technologies, tips and tricks for everyone looking to stay secure, and in-depth conversations about complex cybersecurity topics.

No gatekeeping and no BS. We’re here to simplify.

Official Website: www.revealrisk.com

LinkedIn: htt...

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September 12, 2023 36 mins

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Tune in to Simplifying Cyber wherever you get your podcasts, or watch exclusive video content right here on the channel. Subscribe for hot takes on emerging technologies, tips and tricks for everyone looking to stay secure, and in-depth conversations about complex cybersecurity topics.

No gatekeeping and no BS. We’re here to simplify.

Official Website: www.revealrisk.com

LinkedIn: htt...

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