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In this episode, we delve into the concept of being "qualified" in the workplace, examining who gets labeled as such, who doesn't, and the underlying reasons. We explore "competency checking"—the practice of scrutinizing individuals' abilities—and how it disproportionately affects underrepresented groups, often going unnoticed or unchallenged. Our discussion aims to redefine qualifications in a fair, equitable, and actionable manner. Our guest, Shari Dunn , is an accomplished journalist, former attorney, news anchor, CEO, university professor, and sought-after speaker. She has been recognized as Executive of the Year and a Woman of Influence, with her work appearing in Fortune Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Ad Age, and more. Her new book, Qualified: How Competency Checking and Race Collide at Work , unpacks what it truly means to be deserving and capable—and why systemic barriers, not personal deficits, are often the real problem. Her insights challenge the narratives that hold so many of us back and offer practical solutions for building a more equitable future. Together, we can build workplaces and communities that don’t just reflect the world we live in, but the one we want to create. A world where being qualified is about recognizing the talent and potential that’s been overlooked for far too long. It’s not just about getting a seat at the table—it’s about building an entirely new table, one designed with space for all of us. Connect with Our Guest Shari Dunn Website& Book - Qualified: https://thesharidunn.com LI: https://www.linkedin.com/today/author/sharidunn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesharidunn Related Podcast Episodes: How To Build Emotionally Mature Leaders with Dr. Christie Smith | 272 Holding It Together: Women As America's Safety Net with Jessica Calarco | 215 How To Defy Expectations with Dr. Sunita Sah | 271 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! 🔗 Subscribe & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music…

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Ron Gula on entrepreneurship, cybersecurity, and fighting disinformation 1:40:22

πριν 6 μέρες1:40:22

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Ron Gula is a cybersecurity expert, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Tenable Network Security. Currently the President of Gula Tech Adventures, Ron has a wealth of experience, from his time as an NSA expert to his role as an investor 'adventurer' in cybersecurity companies. We dive into a wide range of topics, including AI, deepfakes, entrepreneurship, cybersecurity responsibility, and the Defense Industrial Base. Ron also shares the story of how he and his wife, Cyndi, launched three companies and reflect on the ever-evolving landscape of misinformation and social media. ------ MORE FROM RON GULA https://www.linkedin.com/in/rongula/ GULA TECH ADVENTURES https://www.gula.tech/ ------ -------------------------------------------------------------- FOLLOW THE WATCHERS Website: https://thewatchers.io LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/ JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD https://thewatchers.io/Discord GET THE AUDIO PODCAST RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes CONNECT WITH ANDY LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy PRODUCED BY https://www.sentinelblue.com PRODUCTION TEAM https://www.brandready.com/ -------------------------------------------------------------- #cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #nsa #csis #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa #tenable #entrepreneurship #ceo #investing #startup…

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Mark Montgomery on the Cyberspace Solarium Commission and our future 1:41:59

πριν 13 μέρες1:41:59

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Mark Montgomery is a retired Rear Admiral in the U.S. Navy and a renowned expert in national security, defense strategy, and cybersecurity, currently serving as Senior Director at the Center on Cyber and Technology Innovation (CCTI) at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD). Mark brings unmatched insights into cybersecurity policy where we explore his leadership in the Cyberspace Solarium Commission and CSC 2.0, his advocacy for a dedicated U.S. Cyber Force, and the bipartisan direction needed for effective cyber policy. Mark shares perspectives on addressing cyber talent shortages, the importance of action-oriented leadership in industry and government, and the steps required to maintain U.S. leadership on the global stage. ------ MORE FROM MARK MONTGOMERY https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-montgomery-b8932810/ ------ -------------------------------------------------------------- FOLLOW THE WATCHERS Website: https://thewatchers.io LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/ JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD https://thewatchers.io/Discord GET THE AUDIO PODCAST RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes CONNECT WITH ANDY LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy PRODUCED BY https://www.sentinelblue.com PRODUCTION TEAM https://www.brandready.com/ -------------------------------------------------------------- #cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #nsa #csis #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa #cyberspace #csc #cyberspacesolarium #government #cyberforce…

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Joyce Hunter on FEMA, supply chain security, and feeding the world 1:26:04

πριν 19 μέρες1:26:04

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Joyce Hunter is the Executive Director of Mission Critical and a dedicated innovator and strategic leader with experience across administrations, nonprofits, and industry boards. Appointed by President Obama as Deputy CIO of the Department of Agriculture, Joyce led efforts to bridge the agri-supply chain knowledge gap, building awareness around risk mitigation and food supply, understanding world hunger and famine on a deeper level. We discuss her Data Science Camp Inc. STEAM, now celebrating its 10th year, and how her journey to leadership took turns she never thought it would. Her legacy of innovation, youth empowerment, and IT transformation is truly inspiring, with her family serving as the foundation of who she is today. ------ MORE FROM JOYCE HUNTER https://www.linkedin.com/in/joycehunter/ ------ -------------------------------------------------------------- FOLLOW THE WATCHERS Website: https://thewatchers.io LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/ JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD https://thewatchers.io/Discord GET THE AUDIO PODCAST RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes CONNECT WITH ANDY LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy PRODUCED BY https://www.sentinelblue.com PRODUCTION TEAM https://www.brandready.com/ -------------------------------------------------------------- #cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #csis #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #agriculture #departmentofagriculture #foodsupply #supplychain #fema…

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Carley Salmon on military life, cyber policy, and transcending ‘technical’ 1:50:56

πριν 28 μέρες1:50:56

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Carley Salmon, a cybersecurity data leader at Microsoft Federal Defense and former U.S. Army National Guard Blackhawk pilot has played a large role in shaping the DIB assessment processes within DCMA's DIBCAC, after transitioning from military leadership to cybersecurity. She shares her mission-driven approach to cybersecurity policy widely in the DoD community, is passionate about protecting the warfighter, and can provide endless insights on CMMC’s impact on the DIB. Carley offers a fresh perspective on business ethics, societal pressures, and navigating life and professional development with a tenacity to both succeed and give back with undeniable purpose and determination. ------ MORE FROM CARLEY SALMON LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carley-s/ ------ -------------------------------------------------------------- FOLLOW THE WATCHERS Website: https://thewatchers.io LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod Instagram: / watcherspodcast JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD https://thewatchers.io/Discord GET THE AUDIO PODCAST RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes CONNECT WITH ANDY LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy PRODUCED BY https://www.sentinelblue.com PRODUCTION TEAM https://www.brandready.com/ -------------------------------------------------------------- #cybersecurity #datasecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #nsa #csis #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa…

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Alison King on national security, Volt Typhoon, and the APT threat 1:28:11

πριν 10 weeks1:28:11

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Alison King, VP of Government Affairs at Forescout Technologies, is a national security policy trailblazer bridging industry goals with government action. With a decade in federal service and key roles shaping landmark legislation like the FY21 NDAA and CIRCIA, her impact is both strategic and tangible. A 2024 FDD National Security Fellow and Senior Fellow at Auburn University, Alison champions critical infrastructure defense and OT cybersecurity awareness—leading the charge for a safer, more secure future. ------ MORE FROM ALISON KING https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisoneking/ ------ -------------------------------------------------------------- FOLLOW THE WATCHERS Website: https://thewatchers.io LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/ JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD https://thewatchers.io/Discord GET THE AUDIO PODCAST RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes CONNECT WITH ANDY LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy PRODUCED BY https://www.sentinelblue.com PRODUCTION TEAM https://www.brandready.com/ -------------------------------------------------------------- #cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #nsa #csis #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa #VoltTyphoon #Cyberspace…

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Candice Frost on leadership, military intelligence, and national security 1:28:33

πριν 11 weeks1:28:33

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Candice Frost, a military veteran with over 25 years of service, has built an exceptional career in Military Intelligence, including roles with the 82nd Airborne, 25th Infantry, and operations in Afghanistan, Iraq, and the Balkans. An Iowa native and West Point graduate, Candice’s groundbreaking work in a male-dominated field led her to command the Joint Intelligence Operations Center at Cyber Command, where she oversaw intelligence critical to protecting DoD networks and national infrastructure. Passionate about empowering women in combat and fostering forward-thinking leadership, Candice is also an adjunct professor at Georgetown University and a recipient of numerous prestigious awards, including the Bronze Star and Legion of Merit. Now, as the Director of Integrated DoD Accounts at Nightwing, she drives cyber and threat intelligence innovation across military branches. ------ MORE FROM CANDICE FROST LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/candicefrost1776/ ------ -------------------------------------------------------------- FOLLOW THE WATCHERS Website: https://thewatchers.io LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/ JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD https://thewatchers.io/Discord GET THE AUDIO PODCAST RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes CONNECT WITH ANDY LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy PRODUCED BY https://www.sentinelblue.com PRODUCTION TEAM https://www.brandready.com/ -------------------------------------------------------------- #cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #nsa #csis #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa…

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Diane Janosek on resilience, cybersecurity and security evolution 1:12:25

πριν 12 weeks1:12:25

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Diane Janosek is the CEO of JANOS and a true champion of the cyber industry. Evolving from her legal career, during which she served the Justice Department and Clinton White House, Diane has been blazing a trail of her own in the world of Cyber that includes a 12-year stint with the NSA. Her impact is immeasurable, serving as a mentor and role model to many, while uplifting several organizations that work to promote a more diverse, inclusive, and woman-friendly cyber industry. ------ MORE FROM DIANE JANOSEK LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diane-janosek-abc/ Website: https://dianejanosek.com/ ------ -------------------------------------------------------------- FOLLOW THE WATCHERS Website: https://thewatchers.io LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/ JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD https://thewatchers.io/Discord GET THE AUDIO PODCAST RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes CONNECT WITH ANDY LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy PRODUCED BY https://www.sentinelblue.com PRODUCTION TEAM https://www.brandready.com/ -------------------------------------------------------------- #cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #nsa #csis #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa…

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Glenn Gerstell on foreign threats, cyber resilience and conflict readiness 1:17:45

πριν 13 weeks1:17:45

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Glenn Gerstell is an American lawyer, technology writer, and former NSA General Counsel. Now a Senior Advisor at the Center for Strategic & International Studies (CSIS), he focuses on technology and national security. A former member of President Obama’s National Infrastructure Advisory Council and D.C.’s Homeland Security Commission, Gerstell is a leading voice on Russian disinformation, Chinese cyber threats, and securing U.S. defense supply chains. Known for op-eds in *The New York Times* and *The Washington Post* and frequent commentary on CNN, BBC, and NPR, he highlights risks to operational technology, China's misuse of digital technology, and the pernicious impact of misinformation. ------ MORE FROM GLENN GERSTELL LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/glenn-gerstell-6a6abb6/ NYT OpEd: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/03/04/opinion/ive-dealt-with-foreign-cyberattacks-america-isnt-ready-for-whats-coming.html ------ -------------------------------------------------------------- FOLLOW THE WATCHERS Website: https://thewatchers.io LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/ JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD https://thewatchers.io/Discord GET THE AUDIO PODCAST RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes CONNECT WITH ANDY LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy PRODUCED BY https://www.sentinelblue.com PRODUCTION TEAM https://www.brandready.com/ -------------------------------------------------------------- #cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #nsa #csis #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa…

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Matt Hayden on CISA, elections, and the national cybersecurity challenge 1:26:14

πριν 14 weeks1:26:14

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Matt Hayden is the Vice President of Cyber and Emerging Threats at General Dynamics Information Technology, or GDIT. In his role within GDIT’s Intelligence and Homeland Security division, Matt isn’t just guiding strategy; he’s building bridges—fostering trusted relationships between industry and government. During his tenure at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), he played a significant role in shaping election security policy and initiatives aimed at protecting U.S. election infrastructure. This episode delves into Hayden’s journey with DHS, an in-depth look at election security, and CISA’s impact on tackling national cybersecurity challenges. We explore his roles at GDIT and The McCrary Institute, his career's unique trajectory across industry and government, and his insights into today’s top cyber threats. With wit and candor, Hayden offers hope for the evolving global cybersecurity landscape. ------ MORE FROM MATT HAYDEN LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hayden-public/ ------ -------------------------------------------------------------- FOLLOW THE WATCHERS Website: https://thewatchers.io LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/ JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD https://thewatchers.io/Discord GET THE AUDIO PODCAST RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes CONNECT WITH ANDY LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy PRODUCED BY https://www.sentinelblue.com PRODUCTION TEAM https://www.brandready.com/ -------------------------------------------------------------- #cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa…

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Brandon Wales on election security, misinformation and nation state threats 2:10:38

πριν 17 weeks2:10:38

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Brandon Wales is the Vice President of Cybersecurity Strategy with SentinelOne, and the former Executive Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency. He’s a long-standing public figure, particularly within the field of cybersecurity and U.S. government operations. Known for shaping CISA's strategic direction, Wales has been one of the leading, instrumental change agents in enhancing federal cybersecurity defenses, coordinating responses to major cyber incidents, and raising national awareness on cyber resilience. Brandon was pivotal in the 2020 U.S. election security efforts, coordinating the agency’s efforts to protect election infrastructure, counteract misinformation, and establish CISA’s "Rumor Control" page to combat misinformation, a resource that proved critical in ensuring public trust and integrity in election processes. This work highlighted the value of public-private partnerships across critical infrastructure sectors. ------ MORE FROM BRANDON WALES LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-wales/ ------ -------------------------------------------------------------- FOLLOW THE WATCHERS Website: https://thewatchers.io LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/ JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD https://thewatchers.io/Discord GET THE AUDIO PODCAST RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes CONNECT WITH ANDY LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy PRODUCED BY https://www.sentinelblue.com PRODUCTION TEAM https://www.brandready.com/ -------------------------------------------------------------- #cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa…

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Michael McLaughlin on service, security, and the growing cyber threat 1:06:14

πριν 17 weeks1:06:14

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Michael McLaughlin is an attorney and author, who served in the United States Navy and now serves as a critical advisory to industry as we face a growing list of threats in the cyber domain. His book, Battlefield Cyber, brings these threats to light and paints a stark picture of where we need to focus our attention to defend our modern society going forward. ------ MORE FROM MICHAEL MCLAUGHLIN LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-g-mclaughlin/ Battlefield Cyber: https://www.amazon.com/Battlefield-Cyber-Undermining-Democracy-National/dp/B0CFM9K8H5 ------ -------------------------------------------------------------- FOLLOW THE WATCHERS Website: https://thewatchers.io LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/ JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD https://thewatchers.io/Discord GET THE AUDIO PODCAST RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes CONNECT WITH ANDY LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy PRODUCED BY https://www.sentinelblue.com PRODUCTION TEAM https://www.brandready.com/ -------------------------------------------------------------- #cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast…

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Robert Disney on service, sacrifice, artificial intelligence and our future 1:49:35

πριν 27 weeks1:49:35

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Robert Disney is a retired Air Force Pararescueman and emerging expert in artificial intelligence. After a military career that saw Robert deployed to combat, and suffering several combat injuries, Robert could have taken a quiet retirement. But as you'll find out, he's tireless in his desire to keep learning, and he's now turned toward a career as an artificial intelligence specialist. We appreciate Robert so much for sharing his story with us, and hope you'll enjoy! ------ MORE FROM ROBERT DISNEY LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertdisney/ ------ -------------------------------------------------------------- FOLLOW THE WATCHERS Website: https://thewatchers.io LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/ JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD https://thewatchers.io/Discord GET THE AUDIO PODCAST RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes CONNECT WITH ANDY LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy PRODUCED BY https://www.sentinelblue.com PRODUCTION TEAM https://www.brandready.com/ -------------------------------------------------------------- #cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #ai #airforce #pararescue #usaf #military…

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Bryan Ware on modern conflict, entrepreneurship and emerging technologies 1:01:37

πριν 28 weeks1:01:37

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Bryan Ware is an entrepreneur, innovator and technology business leader who served as the first Presidentially appointed Assistant Director of Cybersecurity at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). Bryan is deeply knowledgeable about the current threat and geopolitical landscapes, along with emerging technologies like AI. He's also a standout for his advocacy work in building a stronger, more diverse cybersecurity workforce, ------ MORE FROM BRYAN WARE LinkedIn: https://wtchs.us/5eawf4 ------ -------------------------------------------------------------- FOLLOW THE WATCHERS Website: https://thewatchers.io LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/ JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD https://thewatchers.io/Discord GET THE AUDIO PODCAST RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes CONNECT WITH ANDY LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy PRODUCED BY https://www.sentinelblue.com PRODUCTION TEAM https://www.brandready.com/ -------------------------------------------------------------- #cisa #cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast…

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Robert Potter on the war in Ukraine, cybersecurity, and the future of tech 1:33:01

πριν 30 weeks1:33:01

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Robert Potter is a renowned cybersecurity expert who has spent a career advising governments and institutions on fighting the growing threats in the cyber domain. For the past several years, Robert has been on the ground in Ukraine, helping the Ukrainians defend their assets in a new age of warfare. ------ MORE FROM ROBERT POTTER LinkedIn: https://wtchs.us/c6nfxa Twitter: https://x.com/rpotter_9 ------ -------------------------------------------------------------- FOLLOW THE WATCHERS Website: https://thewatchers.io LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/ JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD https://thewatchers.io/Discord GET THE AUDIO PODCAST RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes CONNECT WITH ANDY LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy PRODUCED BY https://www.sentinelblue.com PRODUCTION TEAM https://www.brandready.com/ -------------------------------------------------------------- #cybersecurity #infosec #ukraine #ukrainewar #nationalsecurity #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast…

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Renee Wynn on the important mission of NASA, leadership, and optimism 1:50:36

πριν 32 weeks1:50:36