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OT Emergency Preparedness: When Disaster Recovery Meets Real-World Safety | A Conversation with Tobias Halmans | Redefining CyberSecurity with Sean Martin
How do you plan for recovery when the system you’re trying to protect can’t be shut down—and won’t wait for IT’s playbook? In this episode, Tobias Halmans, an incident responder at admeritia in Germany, shares how disaster recovery and business continuity must be rethought when applied to operational technology (OT) en
When AI Looks First: How Agentic Systems Are Reshaping Cybersecurity Operations | A Musing On the Future of Cybersecurity and Humanity with Sean Martin and TAPE3 | Read by TAPE3
In this episode, we break down how AI agents are quietly transforming cybersecurity — acting as tireless scouts that flag what matters before humans ever step in. Hear sharp perspectives on what these systems really do well, where they fall short, and how leaders are rethinking trust, speed, and human oversight in the
From Feed to Foresight: Cyber Threat Intelligence as a Leadership Signal | A Musing On the Future of Cybersecurity and Humanity with Sean Martin and TAPE3 | Read by TAPE3
Join Sean Martin, TAPE3, and a handful of guest contributors as they explore how cyber threat intelligence can become a leadership signal that drives real business decisions and strategic growth. Hear how security and risk leaders use CTI to shape investments, partnerships, and resilience where it matters most.
When We See Technology as a System of Systems, It Changes Everything — Us, Society… and Even the Robots | Random and Unscripted with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
In this Random and Unscripted episode, Marco Ciappelli and Sean Martin connect the dots between AI, robotics, connected systems, and human behavior. How do machines reshape society—and how do we reshape ourselves in response? A conversation born from their latest articles.
Inside the Mixtape Museum: Saving Cassettes and Stories to Preserve Our Musical DNA | A Conversation with Sommer McCoy | Music Evolves with Sean Martin
This episode reveals how mixtapes became more than just music—they shaped culture, fueled underground scenes, and now need saving before they’re lost forever. Discover how the Mixtape Museum turns personal memories into a collective legacy that honors the past and inspires the future.
“These Aren’t Soft Skills — They’re Human Skills” A Post–Infosecurity Europe 2025 Conversation with Rob Black and Anthony D'Alton
From storytelling to structured exercises, team communication to burnout prevention, this episode explores how communication, collaboration, and trust aren’t just “nice to have” in cybersecurity — they’re critical, measurable capabilities.
Inside the Mind of the UK’s Top Cyber Intelligence Officer: A Ransomware 3.0 Reality Check | An Infosecurity EU 2025 Conversation with William Lyne, Deputy Director and Head of Cyber Intelligence at the UK’s National Crime Agency (NCA)
William Lyne of the UK’s National Crime Agency joins us live at Infosecurity Europe to talk ransomware, AI threats, and the future of cybercrime disruption.
Understanding Cybersecurity Behavior: From Social Engineering to Shadow AI | An Infosecurity Europe 2025 Conversation with Jason Nurse | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Dr. Jason Nurse explores the critical role of human behavior in cybersecurity, revealing how psychological patterns and cultural influences impact everything from social engineering to the misuse of AI in the workplace. This conversation challenges listeners to rethink security not just as a technical issue, but as a d
From Code to Culture: Why Technical Tools Alone Won’t Save Cybersecurity | An Infosecurity Europe 2025 Conversation with Rob Black | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Cybersecurity leader Rob Black challenges the industry’s tech-first mindset by spotlighting the critical role of human behavior, soft skills, and psychological strategy in modern defense. From deception tactics to geopolitical intent, this episode reimagines cyber as a human-driven battleground where creativity may be
Beyond the Hoodie: Redefining Who Belongs in Cybersecurity with Community as the Missing Link in Cyber Resilience | An Infosecurity Europe 2025 Conversation with Amanda Finch | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Amanda Finch, Chief Executive Officer of the Chartered Institute of Information Security, shares how formalizing the cybersecurity profession and strengthening community support can address long-standing gaps in diversity, skills development, and small business protection. Her perspective blends career-spanning insight
The Digital Dark Alley: Teaching Cybersecurity Like Fire Safety by Building Cyber Habits That Stick | An Infosecurity Europe 2025 Conversation with Jemma Davis | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
What if your cybersecurity program started with your Nan—and ended with a generational shift in digital safety? In this episode, Jemma Davis shares why cultural transformation is the missing link in cybersecurity and how we can fix it through behavior, education, and story-driven awareness.
Stay Calm, But Be Ready: What Trust Looks Like in the Middle of a Breach | An Infosecurity Europe 2025 Conversation with Steve Wright | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
What does real crisis management look like beyond the headlines? Steve Wright brings 30 years of cybersecurity and privacy leadership to the mic, exploring how preparation, containment, communication, and culture shape today’s response to digital disruption.
Collaboration Isn’t Fluffy: It’s Fundamental to Cybersecurity—Rethinking the Role of Humans in Cyber Defense | An Infosecurity Europe 2025 Conversation with Purvi Kay and Rob Black | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Cybersecurity leaders Purvi Kay and Rob Black explore why technical controls alone aren’t enough—and how communication, empathy, and collaboration across diverse teams are critical to mission success. From defense projects to boardroom decisions, they show how human connection drives security forward.
The Billion-Dollar Blueprint: Following the Digital Trail of Criminal Cash and the Human Cost of Cybercrime | An Infosecurity Europe 2025 Conversation with Geoff White | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Investigative journalist Geoff White unpacks the true scale and structure of cybercrime, from lightning-fast billion-dollar crypto heists to the intricate global networks used to launder stolen funds. This episode reveals the hidden human toll behind ransomware attacks and explains why understanding these stories is ke
When Automation Meets Ethics, Budget, Data, and Risk: The Real Factors Behind AI Deployment | An Infosecurity Europe 2025 Conversation with Andrea Isoni | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Andrea Isoni shares how AI moves from research into real-world application, navigating practical choices around data, budget, and scalability to solve business and societal problems. From automating car accident rulings to forecasting where AI misuse might emerge, this episode explores what’s truly happening behind the
More Than Code: Why Human Skills Matter in AppSec | An OWASP AppSec Global 2025 Conversation with Maria Mora | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Maria Mora, Staff Application Security Engineer and OWASP events committee member, shares how contributing to the community has shaped her career and expanded both her technical and human skills. From first-time attendees to seasoned volunteers, this conversation highlights the power of showing up, getting involved, an
London: Random and Unscripted – Meditation, Music, Literature and many more reasons why we love this city | Random and Unscripted with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
From Hyde Park to Portobello Road, Marco and Sean share stories, memories, and some classic punk rock philosophy in this unscripted stroll through London. It’s not about cybersecurity — it’s about being in the moment.
From Fraud to Fixes: Designing Usable Security for Financial Applications | An OWASP AppSec Global 2025 Conversation with Wojciech Dworakowski | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Wojciech Dworakowski breaks down the hidden risks in mobile-only banking, where convenience often compromises transaction security. From real-world attack methods to practical solutions, this episode challenges FinTech leaders to rethink how they protect users in a smartphone-driven world.
From Dashboards to Decisions: Why Your Security Metrics Might Be Leading You Astray | An OWASP AppSec Global 2025 Conversation with Aram Hovsepyan | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Aram Hovsepyan challenges the security industry’s overreliance on tool-generated vulnerability metrics and advocates for a goal-driven approach grounded in risk and business context. In this episode, he shares how organizations can shift from reactive dashboards to purposeful measurement strategies that truly support s
Holding the Line on Quality in an AI-Driven SDLC | An OWASP AppSec Global 2025 Conversation with Sarah-Jane Madden | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Sarah-Jane Madden shares a practical and passionate take on how AI can enhance—not replace—secure software development, urging developers and business leaders alike to rethink how they balance speed, quality, and security. From architecture to code to culture, she challenges us to embrace change without leaving critica
Why Global Community-Led Innovation Is Driving Real Application Security Progress | An OWASP AppSec Global 2025 Conversation with Starr Brown | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Starr Brown, Director of Open Source Projects and Programs at OWASP, shares how the organization’s global community is powering over 130 open source initiatives aimed at eliminating insecure software. From AI-focused security projects to interactive tools and policy-shaping efforts, this conversation reveals the scale
Turning AppSec into a Workflow, Not a Roadblock – Building Security Programs That Teams Actually Want to Use | An OWASP AppSec Global 2025 Conversation with Spyros Gasteratos | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
What if your AppSec program could be both deeply technical and deeply human? In this On Location episode from OWASP Global AppSec EU 2025 Conference, Spyros Gasteratos shares how automation, open-source tools, and community collaboration can unify fragmented efforts and turn security into a strategic advantage, not a b
The API That Could Transform Software Transparency | An OWASP AppSec Global 2025 Conversation with Olle E Johansson | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Olle E Johansson shares how Europe’s Cyber Resilience Act is transforming the software industry by making manufacturers responsible for the security of their products—and how automation through the Transparency Exchange API can help meet that demand. Learn how this OWASP-backed project is reshaping supply chain transpa
Redefining What Secure Application Development Looks Like: Bringing Application Security into Focus with ASVS v5 | An OWASP AppSec Global 2025 Conversation with Josh Grossman | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Josh Grossman, co-leader of the OWASP ASVS project, shares how version 5 makes secure application development more accessible, actionable, and aligned with real-world engineering workflows. If you’re building or managing software security programs, this episode offers practical insight into how ASVS can become your fou