UnHacked - Cybersecurity Made Simple for Small Businesses
When Russian hackers break into your business’s computers, what will they find and how much will it cost you? How long will it take you to recover? Can you recover? Here’s the sad truth: 97% of breaches could have been prevented with basic security measures; but once you’ve been hit… you can never get UnHacked! UnHacked is a weekly cybersecurity podcast for SMB business owners and leaders that helps them sort through the overwhelming security costs and recommendations, and focus on the best practices that give the highest ROI.
Episodes
Your Factory Is Wide Open: How to Lock Down Connected Machines Before It’s Too Late
Legacy machines were never designed to be connected—or protected. But in modern manufacturing, connectivity is a must. So how do you protect your business when the shop floor is now on the network?
In this episode, Justin talks with Tory Bjorklund, manufacturing consultant and author of Digital Transformation Guidebook, about the surprising w...
This week on UnHacked, we’re talking with Brad Groux (cybersecurity engineer, tech founder, and co-host of The Digital Meld podcast) about how AI is quietly shaping how we build, manage, and lead our businesses.
From SMBs to the enterprise, Brad has worked with it all. In this episode, we break down:
- Why we’re already outsourcing leadership decisions to AI (and what to do about it)
- How SMBs can avoid tech fatigue while st...
Password fatigue isn’t just annoying—it’s expensive and dangerous. In this episode of UnHacked, Raul Cepeda Jr. from rf IDEAS breaks down the hidden costs of password dependence and shows small businesses a better way forward. From clinicians wasting hours re-logging into systems to the real risk of password-related breaches, Raul makes the case for going passwordless—safely, securely, and affordably.
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In this episode of UnHacked, cybersecurity strategist Brett Gallant walks us through a real-world disaster—a manufacturing plant brought to its knees by an unsecured remote access tool. We break down what went wrong, how it could’ve been prevented, and why business leaders must stop assuming their IT support has cybersecurity covered.
If you’re a manufacturer—or any business relying on third-party tools and vendors—this is ...
What would happen if your entire business was encrypted overnight? No files. No access. No plan.
In this episode of UnHacked, we sit down with Michael Ritsema—cybersecurity strategist and President of i3 Business Solutions—who’s helped multiple companies survive full-scale breaches. Together with co-hosts Bryan Lachapelle and Mario Zake, we unpack what actually happens when things go sideways, why most CEOs think they're co...
Three small business owners are about to discover why their $150 inspection costs are bankrupting them—and how one diplomat's experience in Syrian war zones revealed the game-changing solution.
In this eye-opening episode, cybersecurity experts Justin, Bryan, and Mario sit down with Mounir Ibrahim, former US diplomat and Chief Communications Officer at TruePic. Mounir shares how witnessing fake images derail international i...
Are your cybersecurity gaps quietly devaluing your business? In this episode, entrepreneur and advisor Jim DuBos shares the top reasons buyers walk away—and how small business owners can protect their company’s value before it’s too late. Learn the 3 essential controls every buyer looks for, how to build a culture of security, and why cybersecurity is a business growth strategy, not just an IT concern.
In this episode, hosts Justin Shelley and Mario Zaki welcome Dr. Ilkay Damir, a deep fake detection expert who developed FakeCatcher at Intel. Dr. Damir explains how deepfakes threaten businesses through financial scams, political misinformation, and reputation damage. She discusses her groundbreaking technology that detects fake videos by analyzing blood flow signals in faces with 96% accuracy. The conversation covers pra...
In this episode of UnHacked, hosts Justin Shelley and Mario Zake are joined by Tim O'Hearn, author and former software engineer, to explore the darker side of social media engagement strategies. Tim shares insights from his personal journey of creating social media bots and discusses the implications of fake activity on platforms like Instagram. The conversation delves into the potential harm of artificial social proof, hi...
This episode focuses on the critical role people play in cybersecurity. The hosts discuss how most breaches (95-97%) involve human error, emphasizing that while technology defenses are important, humans remain the weakest link. They explore how hackers exploit human psychology through social engineering and why creating a positive security culture that rewards reporting and learning is crucial. The episode includes stories...
Today we bring in a guest who consults with solopreneurs who run their businesses on Macs. This question is debated all the time: Is Mac really more secure than Windows? Well, today we heat things up on UnHacked as we battle it out.
- Where is Windows more vulnerable?
- Where is Mac more vulnerable?
- What threats are the same (PC vs Mac)
I don't know that we ever solved the primary question... but here are some good tips ...
Dave Sobel is the host of The Business of Tech, a podcast that delivers the latest IT services and MSP-focused news and commentary. Curated to stories that matter with commentary answering ‘Why Do We Care?
Dave shocked me when he said, "I hate the cybersecurity industry!" So I said, "Let's discuss!" The bottom line is this: we as a society can and should do better.
- As consumers of cybersecurity products and services, we...
Lori Crooks is the Founder and CEO of Cadra, Inc. The organization focuses on security assessments and security management projects. With a career focused on information security assessments, developing policies and standards, and advising clients regarding their information security requirements, Lori brings a deep understanding of information security controls
Eric D. Brotman, CFP®, is the CEO of BFG Financial Advisors, President of Brotman Consulting Group, LLC, host of the Don’t Retire… Graduate! podcast, and author of the award-winning book, Don’t Retire… Graduate!
Use code "unhacked" for a 25% discount on Eric's book: https://dontretiregraduatebook.com/
In our pre-interview meeting, Eric said: “Very few things keep me up at night. Not stocks, not capital hill, but having my i...
We make a lot of assumptions in the world of tech and cybersecurity. The most common one I see is assuming that a vendor is properly protecting your data. And honestly, that feels like the only option since we can't really see behind the curtains. But what if I told you there is a way to verify that your vendors have the proper cybersecurity safeguards in place? Take a listen!
How will tariffs impact cybersecurity? As costs rise, we will be forced to make difficult decisions. Many will choose not to upgrade old technology which gives the bad guys a huge advantage. Here's what to do about it.
Last week we talked about how AI can improve processes and output. Today, we’re going to talk more about the security side of AI.
Like all things in tech, AI is a tool that can be used for good or bad. Today we talk with Chase Friedman, managing partner of Alpine Anchor, about leveraging AI to improve processes, outputs, and profitability.
Compared to 2023, ransomware attacks increased 4x in 2024. Why? Because it's EASY! With RaaS (Ransomware as a Service), anyone can be a successful bad guy. On average, it only takes someone 74 minutes to pull off a cyberheist. No skills required.
This is the problem. Take a listen to learn the solution.
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