The Identity Jedi Show: Where Identity Meets Strategy

The Identity Jedi Show: Where Identity Meets Strategy

The Identity Jedi Show brings bold insights on identity and access management (IAM), cybersecurity, and modern identity strategy. Hosted by David Lee and Sameer Sait each episode features expert interviews, real-world tactics, and unfiltered takes on IAM, Zero Trust, identity governance, and AI-driven security. Whether you’re a CISO or identity practitioner, this podcast helps you simplify complexity and lead with impact. Subscribe and level up your identity game.

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May 27, 2025 65 mins

In this episode of the Identity Jedi Show, the host welcomes Ashish Haw to discuss current hot topics in identity management. Ashish shares insights into his company's data-centric approach to solving identity issues, particularly emphasizing the importance of contextual data and AI models. The conversation covers the integration of human and non-human identities, the emergence of agentic AI, and the need for identity platforms...

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Welcome to episode 2 of season 3 of the Identity Jedi Show! In this jam-packed episode, we dive into the complex world of authorization. Our special guest, David Broussard, CTO of Axiomatic, joins us to talk about different aspects of authorization including PDPs, PPPs, token-based access control, and the challenges of externalizing authorization. We also explore the future of identity and authorization frameworks, the role of shar...

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Welcome back, Identity Jedi Family! We're kicking off Season 3 with a brand new setup, fresh format, and some heavy-hitting guests lined up just for you! 🎉 Whether you've been with us since the beginning or you're tuning in for the first time, we want to say THANK YOU! 🙏 In this premiere episode, we walk you through all the exciting updates in the Identity Jedi Universe, including our revamped website, new newsletter ...

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Unlocking the VC Mindset with Menlo Ventures' Rama: Navigating the Identity Market Welcome back to another exciting episode of the Identity Jedi show! 🎙️ Today, we have a special guest, Rama from Menlo Ventures, who shares deep insights into the world of venture capital. Discover what it takes to secure VC funding, the importance of team and market fit, and how the cybersecurity landscape is evolving. Tune in to hear about the un...

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Welcome to the Identity Jedi Show! In this captivating episode, hosts David and Sameer engage with industry leaders to explore the multi-faceted world of identity and access management (IAM). Special guests include Mohan Gajula from Duck Creek Technologies and delve into the transformative trends and strategies in identity management. From Okta's expansion into IGA and PAM to decade-spanning career lessons, our guests share their j...

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Mastering Cybersecurity and Identity Management: Insights from Industry Leaders Join us on the Identity Jedi Podcast Show as we bring you a series of enlightening discussions with top experts in the field of cybersecurity and identity management. This episode features fascinating insights from Jamie Wallace, VP of Cybersecurity and Identity Engineering at Traveler's Insurance, on the challenges of managing millions of identities a...

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Exploring Quantum Computing: Threats and Opportunities with Karl Holmqvist Join us on the Identity Jedi Show for an engaging discussion about the fascinating world of quantum computing. Host David is joined by guest Karl Holmqvist, a computer science expert with a background in renewable energy, and co-host Samir, who recently returned from global travels. The episode delves into the origins and future implications of quantum comp...

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Identity Management & Future Trends: Interview with Venkat, Group Product Manager at Okta | Identity Jedi Show


In this episode of the Identity Jedi Show, I'm joined by Venkat, Group Product Manager at Okta, to discuss the evolving landscape of identity management. We dive into the importance of identity in cybersecurity, the journey from consulting to product management, and the future of identity technologies like pas...

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Welcome back to The Identity Jedi Show! In this exciting installment of the Founder Series, we sit down with Andrej, CEO and Co-founder of Lumos. Dubbed 'Three Stacks,' Andrej takes us on an incredible journey from his humble beginnings in a small village in Germany, through founding a social enterprise in Uganda, to creating Lumos - a unified access management platform. Discover what it takes to be a successful founder, th...

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Welcome back to the Identity Jedi Show! In this episode, we sit down with Sarah Cecchetti, a veteran in the identity space and the newest member of Beyond Identity, to discuss the evolving landscape of identity management. Join us as we dive into the intricacies of workforce and consumer identity, the importance of enhancing developer experiences, and the exciting innovations that new companies bring to the market. We also share pe...

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Join us for a special episode of the Identity Jedi show, live from Identiverse 2024 in Las Vegas! Hosts David and Sameer dive into the latest trends and innovations in identity management, comparing the vibrant community of Identiverse with the commercial hustle of RSA. They discuss the evolution of the conference, the growth of identity companies, and the transformative power of AI and machine learning in the field. Don't miss...

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Welcome to the latest episode of the Identity Jedi show! This week, your host goes solo to cover various pressing topics in identity and cybersecurity. Tune in for a deep dive into the recent CrowdStrike update that caused a massive global outage, affecting millions of devices. Understand the importance of disaster recovery and business continuity in cybersecurity. Hear about upcoming changes at the Identity Jedi University, includ...

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In this episode of the Identity Jedi Show, hosts David Lee and Sameer chat with special guest Dutch Schwartz about the evolving role of CISO in enterprises. They delve into the historical context of the CISO and CIO roles, discussing the importance of shifting from technical expertise to business leadership. The conversation explores the challenges and strategies for effective communication between technical leaders and executive b...

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Welcome back to The Identity Jedi Show! In this episode, we explore our newly upgraded virtual studio and dive into an engaging conversation with our special guests, Larry and Samir. We discuss the evolution and challenges of the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) role, the complexities of managing identity within organizations, the impact of cloud computing on security, and much more. Join us as we 'nerd out' on the...

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In this special episode of the Identity Jedi show, live from Identiverse 2024 in Las Vegas, David sits down with the vibrant and insightful Courtney Hancock. Together, they explore their unique friendship origin story, share thrilling Vegas adventures, and delve into the latest trends disrupting the identity industry. Courtney shares her expert views on the shift from point solutions to platform solutions, the role of AI in identit...

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Join us for another exciting installment of the Identity Jedi Show's Founder Series, live from Vegas at Identiverse 2024! In this episode, we welcome back Jom John for his third appearance on the podcast — a record number of times for any guest! We delve into Jom John's journey as an entrepreneur and co-founder of Core Two, exploring the real-life challenges and rewards of starting and running a business. He opens up about...

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July 4, 2024 25 mins

Welcome back to a very special episode of the Identity Jedi Show! We're going back six years to Austin, Texas, where it all began with one of our very first podcast recordings. Join us as we dive deep into the origin stories of our friendships with Richard Byrd, Robert Block, and Aubrey. We finally bring on the one person who missed out on that first podcast - and he’s got a lot to share! From reminiscing about early career mom...

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Welcome back to the Identity of Jedi Show, filmed live at Identiverse 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada! In this episode, we sit down with special guest Alex Bovee, CEO of ConductorOne, for an inspiring interview about the highs and lows of being a startup founder. Alex shares his journey from concept to execution, emphasizing the importance of resilience and having a dedicated team. Tune in for a candid discussion on the realities of entr...

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Agile identity automation takes center stage in this sponsored episode of the Identity Jedi Show Podcast. Learn how shifting from cumbersome processes to quick, iterative solutions can save time and money. - Challenges of fulfillment and onboarding new employees - Agile identity automation reducing processing time and manual work - Criticism of complacent vendors in the identity software industry - Importance of integrating se...

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In this impactful episode of the Identity Jedi Show Podcast, we delve deep into the evolving challenges and strategies within the identity and security landscape. Join our hosts, Sameer and David, along with special guest Jeff and Jim of the Identity at the Center podcast, as they explore crucial topics shaping the industry.- Discover the strengths and gaps in current identity access management (IAM) programs and the political dyna...

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