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Bass Is the Backbone of Music | A Conversation with Bass Magazine Editor in Chief, Jon D’Auria | The NAMM Show 2026 Event Coverage — Bass Magazine Awards | Music Evolves with Sean Martin
Bass may sit low in the mix, but its cultural impact runs deep. This episode explores how community, technology, and restraint shape the future of music through the lens of the bass world.
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
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.
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
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
Celebrating 30 Years of Connection, Innovation, and Community at Infosecurity Europe in London | Our Traditional Pre-Event Kick-Off Conversation with Saima Poorghobad | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
As Infosecurity Europe celebrates its 30th anniversary, Portfolio Director Saima Poorghobad shares how the event has grown into a vital hub for innovation, policy collaboration, and community building across the cybersecurity ecosystem. From quantum computing and geopolitics to student engagement and AI-focused program
From Isolation to Collaboration: Rethinking Cyber Resilience for the Real World of Small and Medium Enterprise | Infosecurity Europe 2025 Pre-Event Conversation with Steven Furnell | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Small businesses are often left to navigate cybersecurity alone—but what if they didn’t have to? In this episode, Professor Steven Furnell shares how building local communities of support can empower SMEs to better understand, manage, and collaborate on cybersecurity without needing to be experts themselves.
From Sidewalks to Sousapaloozas: This Is Your Invitation to Play — Make Music Day Is for You | A Conversation with Aaron Friedman | Music Evolves with Sean Martin
On June 21st, anyone can step outside and make music—and Aaron Friedman, founder of the Make Music Alliance, shares how this global movement turns everyday spaces into stages and everyday people into performers. This episode is a reminder that music isn’t just for the few—it’s for all of us, and the invitation is wide
Breaking Sound Barriers: Music, Accessibility, and Innovation | A Conversation with Precious Perez | Music Evolves with Sean Martin
Singer, songwriter, and educator Precious Perez shares how she navigates the music industry as a blind artist, using technology, adaptive techniques, and community collaboration to compose, perform, and advocate for accessibility. As president of RAMPD, she discusses the fight for disability representation in music, pr
A Sneak Peek into SecTor 2024: AI, Open-Source, and Cybersecurity Trends | A SecTor Cybersecurity Conference Toronto 2024 Conversation with Steve Wylie | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Discover the highlights of the upcoming Black Hat SecTor Conference in Toronto, featuring insightful discussions on AI, open-source security, and more. Join Steve Wylie, Sean Martin, and Marco Ciappelli as they preview keynotes, summits, and unique aspects of this premier cybersecurity event.
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
Punch Cards, Steam Engines, 48 Volt Batteries, Platform Engineering, and the AI Revolution: The Ongoing Evolution of Language-Based Software Development | An OWASP AppSec Global Lisbon 2024 Conversation with Oleg Shanyuk | On Location Coverage
Join Sean Martin and Oleg Shanyuk at the OWASP AppSec Global conference as they delve into the transformative impact of AI on application security, development processes, and platform engineering. This episode offers nuanced perspectives on the balance between technological innovation and practical efficiency, making i
Decoding Human-Centered Cybersecurity with Security Attitudes | A Conversation with Julie Haney and Dr. Cori Faklaris | Redefining CyberSecurity with Sean Martin
Dive into this episode of the Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast where Dr. Cori Faklaris of UNC Charlotte reveals groundbreaking insights into the human factors shaping cybersecurity practices, from innovative tools for measuring security attitudes to combating smishing attacks. Explore how her team’s collaborative initi
Maximising Your Budget Effectively in Turbulent Times – An SME Focus | An Infosecurity Europe 2024 Conversation with Don Gibson and Emma Philpott | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
In this episode of On Location with Sean and Marco, hosts Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli, along with guests Emma Philpott and Don Gibson, dive into the complexities of cybersecurity budgeting, prioritization, and the importance of community support. Tune in to discover how security leaders navigate financial constrain
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
What Interviewing for a CISO Role Can Tell Us About the State of Cyber in Business | A Conversation with Phil Beyer | Redefining CyberSecurity with Sean Martin
In this episode of the Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast, host Sean Martin is joined by Phil Beyer, former Head of Security at Etsy, to dive into the nuanced dynamics of interviewing for Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) roles. The discussion provides a multifaceted exploration of the CISO job market from both t
Why the Industry Needs OpenSSF | A Conversation with Omkhar Arasaratnam, Adrianne Marcum, Arun Gupta, and Christopher Robinson | Redefining CyberSecurity with Sean Martin
Dive into the critical discussions around securing the open source software ecosystem with the latest episode from the Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast, featuring insights from leaders at OpenSSF. Learn about the collective efforts to enhance software supply chain security and the importance of community participation
The Art of Possible: Getting a Peek into the Future of Cybersecurity Innovations | An RSA Conference 2024 Conversation With Cecilia Murtagh Marinier | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
Sean Martin, Marco Ciappelli, and Cecilia Murtagh Marinier embark on a journey through the evolving landscape of technology and security, highlighting innovative programs and the transformative impact of AI at the RSA Conference 2024. Listen in for insightful discussions, personal anecdotes, and a glimpse into the futu
The OSCP, Imposter Syndrome and The Power of Community | A Conversation With Jason Watt | Hacking Your Potential Podcast with Frankie Thomas
Get ready, because today we've got a special guest who's a mastermind in cybersecurity and an absolute powerhouse in the community. Please welcome, my mentor and friend, Jason.
The Importance of Trust in Cybersecurity | Building Effective Teams and Communication | A Crucial Conversation With Billy Spears
By establishing trust, organizations can develop more efficient security programs and improve risk management outcomes. In this post, Billy Spears, CISO for Teradata, presents critical elements for building trust, such as adopting a results-oriented approach, clarifying intent, and actively listening to others.
Overcoming the 5 Areas Where CISOs Tend to Struggle | Discussing the Biggest Mistakes CISOs are Making | A Crucial Conversation With Matthew Rosenquist
Organizations are asking a lot of their CISOs. Matthew Rosenquist, the CISO at Eclipz.io, examines five areas of CISO misjudgment and presents strategies CISOs can apply to overcome the common mistakes made to instead provide cybersecurity value that can be measured in business terms at the C-suite table.
Developing Cybersecurity Leadership Capabilities And Scaling The Competency Of Your Team | A Crucial Conversation With Dutch Schwartz
In this episode, Dutch Schwartz—a Principal Security Specialist with Amazon Web Services—discusses how CISOs and other cybersecurity leaders need to expand upon their technical skills and include leadership competencies.
Military Experience Sets The Stage For Cybersecurity Success In Corporate Sector | A Crucial Conversation With Billy Pugh
In this episode, William Pugh, a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and a Security Consultant for AWS, examines why military veterans make for good cybersecurity leaders in the corporate sector. Pugh also provides advice for veterans looking to transition from the military to a career with a private company or public organi