Pwned is a no-nonsense podcast for cybersecurity leaders that examines real-world security challenges. Our tagline is: No bullsh*t, No excuses.
I host the podcast along with cybersecurity industry veteran and expert Jack Danahy. We discuss topics like cybersecurity technology, trends, current events in the space, how to make cybersecurity easier, and much more. We especially enjoy inviting industry leaders to join the podcast to share their experiences and perspectives.
Below, we have collected the most popular cybersecurity podcast episodes of 2023. We hope you find these casual and candid conversations informative and entertaining.
Here is a list of the most popular cybersecurity podcast episodes from Pwned in 2023.
1. Episode 170: Staying on Course When You've Got Headwinds
In this mailbag edition of Pwned, Justin and Jack are presented with a question from a listener who’s feeling pressured to justify continuing cybersecurity tooling spend. They've seen this happen repeatedly and offer recommendations for responding with well-articulated tradeoffs and benefits. They also touch on preparing for budget cuts during the proposal and acquisition process. Watch it now >
2. Episode 166: Rethinking Cyber Insurance to Help it Survive and Thrive
Following well-publicized comments from Zurich Insurance CEO Mario Greco on the potential demise of cyber insurance, Justin and Jack are digging deep. They describe the challenge to insurers, the potential for unlimited liability, and propose a new and more intentional model that benefits insurers, clients, and the CISO involved. Watch it now >
3. Episode 167: Cybersecurity Seat—Half-full/Half-empty, Have Patience
Following a listener request, Justin and Jack are talking about successful paths forward when a CISO finds themselves in a role that’s a little larger than they expected, or an organization has a well-meaning CISO that needs a little more time to get it right. This happens all the time, and it doesn’t have to end with burning out or throwing out an otherwise capable executive.
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4. Episode 165: Atonement and Autonomous Aggrandizement
In this episode, Justin and Jack are paying off the year’s debts from infractions against the Pit of Despair, while analyzing a Black Hat announcement by a leader in the market. There are debts to be paid, and there’s striking new examples of the old security tendency to obscure over-the-top messaging. Watch it now >
5. Episode 168: Roadmaps and Socializing Support for Security
Justin and Jack respond to a note from the mailbag. A listener inquires about successful approaches to recruiting support for security initiatives, and the team shares stories about educating stakeholders, developing champions, and encouraging security program collaborators, especially when planning a multiyear, multipronged strategy. Watch it now >
6. Episode 183: Making a New Cybersecurity Job Work
In this mailbag episode of Pwned, Justin and Jack respond to a listener question that has all the earmarks of a well-known security problem: a new leader starting in an organization with what feels like a random mix of products and problems. By talking through the different elements of the situation, the team offers proven and straightforward suggestions for making the transition more action-oriented, more measurable, and much less stressful. Watch it now >
7. Episode 169: The Lesson is in the Struggle
Justin and Jack discuss a recent CISO dialogue around the difficulties in replacing staff that move on, and strategies for easing the impact of losing talented folks to competitors or lottery wins. From educating other team members, to succession planning and developing close relationships with vendors, there are ways to prevent the unexpected loss of teammates from resulting in a corresponding loss of sleep. Watch it now >
8. Episode 182: The Next AI Episode—With Diana Kelley
Justin and Jack talk AI with one of the security industry’s most well-known experts and influencers, Diana Kelley of Protect AI. The topics, like the growth of AI, are all over the place, from the impacts of AI on security teams to secure AI development, and even a quick mention of the rights of sentient AI. Watch it now >
9. Episode 171: Balancing Security to the Left and Right of Boom
In this episode, Justin and Jack delve into the growing trend toward increased investment in detection and response. With the rise in successful attacks and public breaches, detection and response are getting plenty of love, sometimes at the expense of preventative measures. Tune in as the duo explore the current state of affairs, share their observations on various response tactics, and provide valuable insight for listeners who are considering investing in cybersecurity capabilities to reduce the likelihood or impact of inevitable threats. Watch it now >
10. Episode 180: Thales Not Impervious to Imperva's Charm
Multifaceted French security and defense firm, Thales, has acquired longtime application and availability cybersecurity pioneer, Imperva, in a major acquisition from U.S. cybersecurity private equity leader, Thoma Bravo. In this RightSwipes episode of Pwned, Justin and Jack review the histories of both Imperva and Thales, adding valuable context to the market analysis.
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We hope you enjoy these most popular podcast episodes and conversations of 2023. Tune in to the Pwned podcast as we continue to take on the biggest security challenges.
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