TechSpective Podcast

TechSpective Podcast

The TechSpective Podcast brings together top minds in cybersecurity, enterprise tech, AI, and beyond to share unique perspective on technology—unpacking breakthrough trends like zero trust, threat intelligence, AI-enabled security, ransomware’s geopolitical ties, and more. Whether you’re an IT pro, security exec, or simply tech‑curious, each episode blends expert insight with real-world context—from microsegmentation strategies to the human side of cyber ethics. But we also keep it fun, sometimes riffing on pop‑culture debates like Star Wars vs. Star Trek or Xbox vs. PS—so it’s not all dry and serious.

Episodes

The Evolving Face of Ransomware — and How We Can Stay Ahead of It

August 15, 2025 • 48 mins
Ransomware has been part of the cybersecurity conversation for years, but if you think it’s yesterday’s problem, think again. The headlines might be dominated by AI these days, yet behind the scenes, ransomware continues to disrupt organizations of every size — from small businesses to multinational enterprises. In this episode of the TechSpective Podcast, I sat down with Rob Harrison, Senior Vice President of Product Management a...
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Why Data Must Be the Heart of Cybersecurity

August 8, 2025 • 49 mins
Cybersecurity strategy has evolved over the years—first focusing on keeping the bad guys out, then on detecting and responding to threats faster, and now on cyber resilience and the notion of ensuring business continuity no matter what happens. In the latest episode of the TechSpective Podcast, Druva Chief Security Officer Yogesh Badwe joined me to talk about why the next phase of security maturity must be built around a single, n...
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Retail Under Fire: Why Hackers Love Shopping Season

August 4, 2025 • 69 mins
When it comes to cybersecurity, it’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking in binaries—good guys and bad guys, black hats and white hats, defenders and attackers. But the reality is far more complex, especially in an age where artificial intelligence is changing the rules for everyone, whether they like it or not. In the latest episode of the TechSpective Podcast, I sat down with Myke Lyons, CISO of Cribl, for a conversation that...
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Navigating Cybersecurity Complexity

July 18, 2025 • 55 mins
The ever-expanding world of cybersecurity is full of big promises, bold claims, and—if we’re being honest—a lot of noise. As security leaders face mounting pressure to do more with less, it’s no longer enough to simply buy the newest tool or chase the latest trend. What organizations really need is a trusted advisor—someone who knows the landscape, understands the stakes, and can help make sense of it all. That’s exactly the them...
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Rethinking Cloud Security for the Evolving Threat Landscape

July 11, 2025 • 50 mins
Cloud security is one of the most talked-about issues in cybersecurity today—but are we talking about the right things? In the latest episode of the TechSpective Podcast, I sat down with Cristian Rodriguez, Field CTO for the Americas at CrowdStrike, to explore the evolving landscape of cloud threats and how defenders need to adapt. With over a decade at CrowdStrike and more than 20 years in the cybersecurity space, Cristian brings...
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Why Data Security Is the Real AI Risk

June 30, 2025 • 49 mins
Artificial intelligence may be the headline, but data is the story. In this episode of the TechSpective Podcast, I sat down with Todd Moore, VP of Data Security at Thales, to unpack the newly released 2025 Thales Data Threat Report. Our conversation explored the increasingly complicated intersection of data, AI, and cybersecurity—and why enterprises may be sprinting into transformation before securing their foundation. Spoiler: I...
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Why Being Bold Matters in Cybersecurity—and Branding

June 3, 2025 • 45 mins
In a sea of sameness in the cybersecurity market, it’s easy to walk away feeling like every company says the exact same thing. “Autonomous.” “Agentic.” “AI-powered.” After a while, it all blends together. But every now and then, a brand cuts through the noise—not just because of a flashy event booth or viral stunt, but because it tells a compelling story with intention behind it. In the latest episode of the TechSpective Podcast, I...
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A New Reality for Cybersecurity Collaboration

May 15, 2025 • 32 mins
In the latest episode of the TechSpective Podcast, Errol Weiss, Chief Security Officer at Health-ISAC, joins me to dive into a timely and thought-provoking conversation on how cybersecurity collaboration is changing—especially when it comes to public and private sector relationships. For over a decade, Health-ISAC has played a vital role in helping healthcare organizations share threat intelligence and best practices. But in today...
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Cybersecurity, Trust, and the Shifting Landscape of Government Oversight

May 6, 2025 • 58 mins
How do you navigate a cybersecurity landscape where the threats are constantly evolving—and so is the government’s role in defending against them? I sat down with Jeff Man, a respected voice in cybersecurity and someone with deep roots in both the public and private sectors, to talk about this (and a bunch of other stuff) for the latest episode of the TechSpective Podcast. Jeff’s career spans more than four decades, including time...
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Breach Ready: Rethinking Zero Trust and Lateral Movement Defense

April 22, 2025 • 46 mins
Cybersecurity isn’t what it used to be—and that’s a good thing. In the latest episode of the TechSpective Podcast, I sat down with Sunil Muralidhar, Vice President of Marketing and Partnerships at ColorTokens, to explore how organizations are rethinking traditional security approaches and what it means to be “breach ready” in today’s threat landscape. For years, enterprise security revolved around the concept of perimeter defense...
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Navigating the Future of AI and Cybersecurity

April 15, 2025 • 43 mins
The rise of artificial intelligence has opened up exciting possibilities, but it’s also creating new challenges--particularly for cybersecurity. I sat down with my friend Sam Curry, Global VP and CISO in residence at Zscaler, for an in-depth conversation about the ways AI is transforming cybersecurity, how it’s being adopted across industries, and what organizations need to do to keep pace with these rapid changes. Throughout the...
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AI Disruption, Cyber Risk, and Doing the Right Thing

March 28, 2025 • 51 mins
How do you balance business priorities and AI trends with truly effective cybersecurity practices—and make sure you’re still doing right by employees and customers? My friend Matt Alderman, Chief Product Officer at CyberSaint and host of the Business Security Weekly podast, joins me to talk about this and more for this TechSpective Podcast episode. Matt’s career spans decades in cybersecurity, from early consulting days to product...
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A Pragmatic Approach to Effective Security

March 21, 2025 • 42 mins
Cybersecurity is constantly evolving, and staying ahead of threats requires more than just tools—it demands strategy, leadership, and expertise. The unfortunate reality is that the threat landscape affects all companies regardless of industry or size, but many companies simply do not have the expertise or budget to defend effectively. On the latest episode of the TechSpective Podcast, I sat down with my good friend Den Jones, Foun...
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Building Community and Making Cybersecurity Accessible

March 13, 2025 • 58 mins
I recently sat down with my long-time friend and cybersecurity expert, Michael Farnum, to discuss his journey in the industry, his role as an advisory CISO at Trace3, and the evolution of the Houston Security Conference—more commonly referred to as HOU.SEC.CON. Farnum has a deep-rooted passion for cybersecurity and his commitment to community-building shines through as he shares the story behind the creation of HOU.SEC.CON—a regio...
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Where Ransomware and Geopolitical Tensions Intersect

March 5, 2025 • 38 mins
In the latest episode of the TechSpective Podcast, I sit down with Anthony Freed, Director of Research Communications at Halcyon, to dive deep into the ever-evolving ransomware landscape. We explore how ransomware has transformed from a financial cybercrime tool into a powerful weapon with geopolitical implications. We had more technical difficulties than I prefer and the audio is rough in parts, but a great conversation nonetheles...
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Why the SOC of Tomorrow Won’t Look Like Today’s

February 24, 2025 • 41 mins
TechSpective Podcast Episode 148 Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) solutions were once hailed as the cornerstone of modern cybersecurity, promising centralized visibility, streamlined threat detection, and efficient response. Over time, though, many organizations have struggled with SIEM’s complexities, high costs, and an overwhelming volume of alerts—often leading to what’s known as "swivel chair syndrome" as analy...
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The Rising Cost of Ransomware

February 14, 2025 • 47 mins
TechSpective Podcast Episode 147   I sat down with Trevor Dearing, Director of Critical Infrastructure Solutions at Illumio, to unpack the findings of Illumio’s Global Cost of Ransomware study. The results? A wake-up call for organizations that believe they have ransomware under control. Key Highlights from the Conversation: 58% of organizations had to halt operations due to ransomware—why is this number climbing? The dange...
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How Romance Scammers Prey on Vulnerability

February 6, 2025 • 37 mins
TechSpective Podcast Episode 146   Loneliness is a powerful emotion, and scammers know how to exploit it. Every year, in the weeks leading up to Valentine’s Day, there is a sharp rise in online romance scams. Similar spikes occur around the holidays, as people seek companionship during a season of togetherness. Karin Zilberstein, VP of Product at Guardio, joins me on the latest episode of the TechSpective Podcast to explore how ...
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Navigating the Cybersecurity Tightrope

January 30, 2025 • 37 mins
TechSpective Podcast Episode 145   For a CISO, dinding the right balance for between business priorities, security budgets, and emerging technologies is a perpetual challenge. I had the pleasure of diving deep into these topics with Mick Baccio, a seasoned security expert and Global Security Advisor at Splunk. Mick’s expertise, honed from years in the trenches, offers a refreshing perspective on the realities that today's security...
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Post-Quantum Cryptography: Preparing for the Next Era of Cybersecurity

January 2, 2025 • 40 mins
TechSpective Podcast Episode 144   Are you ready for the quantum revolution? In the latest episode of the TechSpective Podcast, I diver into the fascinating world of post-quantum cryptography (PQC) with Ted Shorter, CTO of Keyfactor. Together, we unpack the urgency, complexity, and far-reaching implications of the transition to quantum-resistant cryptographic standards. The Challenges of Transition Transitioning to PQC is no smal...
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