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We're Becoming Dumb and Numb: Why Black Hat 2025's AI Hype Is Killing Cybersecurity -- And Our Ability to Think | Random and Unscripted Weekly Update with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Sean and Marco expose Black Hat 2025's AI marketing problem on Random and Unscripted: every vendor claimed "agentic AI" while CISOs couldn't tell them apart. Using the Greek myth of Talos, they warn we're surrendering decision-making to imperfect systems, creating echo chambers that make us "dumb and numb" to reality.
When Artificial Intelligence Becomes the Baseline: Will We Even Know What Reality Is AInymore? | A Black Hat USA 2025 Recap | A Musing On the Future of Cybersecurity with Sean Martin and TAPE3 | Read by TAPE3
At Black Hat USA 2025, AI wasn’t the differentiator — it was the baseline. In this episode, I explore what happens when black-box automation takes over security decisions, the risks it creates for organizations and CISOs, and why defining and measuring “success” has never been more critical.
How Novel Is Novelty? Security Leaders Try To Cut Through the Cybersecurity Vendor Echo Chamber | Reflections from Black Hat USA 2025 | A Musing On the Future of Cybersecurity with Sean Martin and TAPE3 | Read by TAPE3
Black Hat USA 2025 brought countless vendor announcements — but how many will actually change the way security programs run? In this episode, Sean Martin explores several vendor press releases and recalls several conversations with CISOs to break down the real trends, the AI hype, and what both CISOs and vendors need t
How to Lose a CISO in 10 Words (or Less) | Straight Talk, Not Spin: Black Hat’s Hard Truths | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Our Black Hat USA 2025 coverage closes with candid conversations about what CISOs really want from vendors—clear, honest communication that connects directly to their operational needs. Sean and Marco share their reflections on the event, the pitfalls of buzzword-heavy marketing, and the importance of building trust th
Why We Can’t Completely Trust the Intern (Even If It’s AI) | An RSAC Conference 2025 Conversation with Alex Kreilein and John Sapp Jr. | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
What happens when AI writes your code—but you’re not sure you can trust it? In this episode, Sean Martin sits down with Alex Kreilein and John Sapp Jr. to unpack how zero trust thinking, threat modeling, and quality management are essential to building resilient, secure systems in an AI-driven world.
The Hidden Cost of Closing the Door on Innovation | An RSAC Conference 2025 Conversation with Phillip Miller | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Phillip Miller, CISO and founder of Qurple, shares how stepping outside the enterprise helped him reconnect with what security teams and startups really need—and why that perspective is critical for making better cybersecurity decisions. This episode explores how CISOs can better engage their teams, understand the busi
Security at a Crossroads: Innovation, Risk, and the Relationship Between the CISO and the Vendor Community | An RSAC Conference 2025 Conversation | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
This episode captures a candid reflection on how the cybersecurity community—particularly CISOs—are navigating risk, innovation, and decision-making in an environment saturated with noise and pressure. Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli explore why true progress may require shifting who gets to evaluate new ideas and how
Why CISOs Should Still Say Yes to the Role—Even Now | A RSAC Conference 2025 Conversation with Tim Brown | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Tim Brown, CISO at SolarWinds, shares why the CISO role—despite its pressures—is more important and rewarding than ever, offering a candid look at leadership, liability, and resilience in today’s cybersecurity environment. From personal lessons learned to critical conversations on stress, insider threats, and supply ch
RSAC 2025 Preview: All Aboard the Innovation Express: RSAC Conference 2025 On Track for Cybersecurity’s Future with Cecilia Mariner | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
From DARPA’s Cyber City to AI-infused startups, RSAC 2025 is more than a conference—it’s a full-on cyber journey. In this On Location episode, Sean and Marco catch up with Cecilia Marinier to talk trains (yes, literal ones), innovation, and how RSAC is building bridges between generations, industries, and communities t
RSAC 2025 Preview: Unite. Innovate. Shine. Join the RSAC 2025 Community. – Our Traditional Pre-Event Kick Off Conversation with Linda Gray Martin & Britta Glade | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Join Marco and Sean in their annual pre-RSAC conversation with Linda Gray Martin and Britta Glade. Discover what's new and exciting at RSAC 2025—expanded campuses, innovative programming, and compelling guest speakers like Magic Johnson and Ron Howard. Dive into special events, immersive experiences, and the launch of
From Overload to Insight: Are We Getting Smarter, or Just Letting AI Think for Us? | A RSA Conference 2025 Conversation with Steve Wilson | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Steve Wilson joins us for our first Chats on the Road to RSA Conference, breaking down how AI is reshaping cybersecurity—not by replacing humans, but by helping them see more, understand faster, and act smarter. This episode challenges assumptions about visibility, automation, and learning, offering a sharp look at wha
Establishing a New Standard for Cybersecurity Professionals Worldwide: Addressing Trust, Standards, and Risk for the CISO Role | CISO Circuit Series with Heather Hinton | Michael Piacente and Sean Martin | Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast
Join hosts Sean Martin and Michael Piacente as they sit down with cybersecurity leader Heather Hinton to discover how a pioneering organization is transforming the role of CISOs by introducing professional standards, accreditation, and advocacy to elevate cybersecurity as a recognized discipline. This episode explores
The Top 10 Skills Your Security Awareness and Culture Person Must Have (With No IT or Cyber Skills in Sight) | An Australian Cyber Conference 2024 in Melbourne Conversation with Daisy Wong | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
At the Australian Cyber Conference 2024 in Melbourne, Marco Ciappelli hosted an insightful conversation with Daisy Wong, diving into a topic often overshadowed in cybersecurity discussions—the human factor.
Strategies for Effective Cybersecurity Governance and Protection to Better Balance Innovation and Regulation in Cybersecurity | CISO Circuit Series with Mandy Huth and Whitney Merrill | Michael Piacente and Sean Martin | Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast
Join Sean Martin and Michael Piacente in this compelling episode of the Redefining CyberSecurity podcast, as they explore the complexities of cybersecurity leadership and liability with industry veterans Mandy Huth and Whitney Merrill. Discover pivotal insights on shared responsibility, regulatory expectations, and the
Building a CISO Office: Mastering Enterprise Risk Management and Aligning Cybersecurity with Business Goals | Part 3 of 3 | A Conversation with Kush Sharma | Redefining CyberSecurity with Sean Martin
Join Sean Martin and Kush Sharma for the third and final installment of this conversation as they provide invaluable insights into building an effective cybersecurity team, integrating business functions, and navigating executive-level communication. Discover practical strategies for elevating security within your orga
AI & Cybersecurity: Legal Risks and Solutions | A Conversation with Justin Daniels | The Soulful CXO Podcast with Dr. Rebecca Wynn
In this episode, we dive into expert insights with Justin Daniels on treating cybersecurity as a strategic business advantage. Tune in to learn how businesses can stay competitive and resilient in today's digital environment.
Enhancing Cyber Defense: AI Innovations and Challenges | A Black Hat USA 2024 Conversation with Rock Lambros | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Rock Lambros, Founder and CEO of RockCyber, joins Sean Martin at Black Hat USA 2024 to discuss the pervasive influence of AI in cybersecurity and its potential to accelerate threat response times. Dive into their enlightening conversation on balancing technological advancements with human oversight and the critical imp
Balancing Integrity and Sales: The Dual Role of Field CISOs | CISO Circuit Series: Episode 5 with Black Hat USA 2024 Event Coverage | Michael Piacente and Sean Martin on the Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast
In this episode of the CISO Circuit Series on the Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast, Sean Martin and Michael Piacente explore the evolving role of the Field CISO, highlighting their crucial responsibilities in customer engagement and sales enablement. They dissect into how integrity, technical expertise, and a strong co
Building a CISO Office: Mastering Enterprise Risk Management and Aligning Cybersecurity with Business Goals | Part 2 of 3 | A Conversation with Kush Sharma | Redefining CyberSecurity with Sean Martin
In this part two of the three-part series on The Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast, Sean Martin and Kush Sharma explore the strategic role of the CISO in business transformation, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and early involvement in project planning to build a secure, powerful organization. Listeners will
Achieving Cybersecurity Velocity: The Role of Culture and Leadership for Operational Excellence | A Conversation with Kim Jones | Redefining CyberSecurity with Sean Martin
In the latest episode of the Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast, host Sean Martin explores the importance of achieving velocity in cybersecurity operations with Kim Jones, a seasoned leader with nearly four decades of experience in intelligence, security, and risk.
Building a CISO Office: Mastering Enterprise Risk Management and Aligning Cybersecurity with Business Goals | Part 1 of 3 | A Conversation with Kush Sharma | Redefining CyberSecurity with Sean Martin
Kush Sharma joins Sean Martin on the Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast to explore the nuanced challenges of building a CISO office from the ground up, detailing his experiences across diverse sectors including government, private, and consulting. Tune in to this Part 1 of 3 Parts to gain actionable insights into managin
Dodging the Ball and ways for CISOs to avoid: Essential Strategies for CISOs | A Black Hat USA 2024 Conversation with Jess Nall | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Join Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli from ITSP Magazine as they talk with Jess Nall about strategies for CISOs to sidestep government fallout in the wake of major cyberattacks at the Black Hat 2024 conference in Las Vegas.
The Present and Future of Cybersecurity Culture | An Infosecurity Europe 2024 Conversation with Aston Martin's CISO Robin Smith | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
In this fascinating episode of "On Location With Marco and Sean," recorded at Infosecurity Europe 2024 in London, we talk about the intersection of cybersecurity and culture with Robin Smith, CISO of Aston Martin.
The Evolution of the CISO in Digital Enterprise | An Infosecurity Europe 2024 Conversation with Mun Valiji | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Join Sean Martin and guest Mun Valiji, CISO at Trainline, as they explore the evolving role of CISOs and the innovative future of Managed Security Service Providers ahead of Infosecurity London. Discover how cybersecurity leaders are embedding security by design and fostering community collaboration to meet today's fas