Best CVE Program Podcasts (2025)

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Epilepsy Awareness and People-First Programming with Dr. Courtney Dean, PhD, CRC, NCC 27:06

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According to the World Health Organization, around 50 million people worldwide have epilepsy, making it one of the most common neurological disorders globally. One of the challenges of epilepsy is that folks experiencing the disorder can’t always get a precise diagnosis. On top of that, many people misunderstand epilepsy, leading to stigma and a la…

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Battle Space: Cyber Pros Land on the Front Lines of Protecting US Critical Infrastructure 33:14

19d ago33:14

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Dark Reading Confidential Episode 10: It’s past time for a cohesive plan to protect vital US systems from nation-state cyberattacks, and increasingly, that responsibility is falling to cybersecurity professionals and asset owners across a vast swath of organizations, who likely never bargained for a full-blown international conflict landing in thei…

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Coreboot and Linux Hardware: Inside Star Labs with Sean Rhodes 49:41

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In this episode of "Nerding Out with Viktor," Viktor Petersson is joined by Sean Rhodes from Star Labs for a deep dive into coreboot and Linux hardware. The discussion explores how Star Labs builds Linux-first laptops and mini PCs that prioritize open firmware, long-term support, and user trust. Sean shares the company's journey from its early days…

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Vocational Services for Veterans with Monnie Rebecca Waltz, BS, MRC, VE, CRC, Christopher Briggman, MRC, CRC, CVE, LCMHC, LPC, and Keith Hosey 1:10:38

1M ago1:10:38

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An increasing amount of research is exploring the connection between work and wellness. This includes mental wellness and physical health, both of which can be positively impacted by having employment, particularly for those navigating a disability. Simply put, work is more than just a means to earn a living or spend a significant portion of your w…

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Lessons in Building Niche Hardware and Networks with Planet Computers' Marcus Taylor 59:28

1M ago59:28

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In this episode of Nerding Out with Viktor, host Viktor Petersson sits down with Marcus Taylor, co-founder at Planet Computers and veteran of IBM, Logica, and the GSM Association. Marcus brings decades of experience across telecom, hardware, and secure systems. The conversation traces his early work on natural language systems at IBM, his role in p…

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A Guided Tour of Today's Dark Web 32:39

1M ago32:39

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Join us for a look around today's Dark Web, and find out how law enforcement, AI, nation-state activities, and more are reshaping the way cybercriminals conduct their dirty business online. Keith Jarvis, senior security researcher at Sophos' Counter Threat Unit joins Dark Reading's Alex Culafi for a conversation you don't want to miss.…

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Nerding Out on Software Supply Chain Security with ITSPmagazine's Sean Martin 27:06

2M ago27:06

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In this crossover episode, Viktor Petersson sits down with Sean Martin, co-founder of ITSPmagazine, to unpack how software supply chain security is evolving under regulatory pressure, real-world incidents, and a fast-changing tooling landscape. They explore how SBOMs are moving from static artifacts to operational assets, why transparency beats bla…

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Mapping the Root Causes of CVEs 23:51

2M ago23:51

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“We Speak CVE” podcast host Shannon Sabens chats with CVE™/CWE™ Project Lead Alec Summers and CWE Top 25 task lead/CWE Root Causes Mapping Working Group lead Connor Mullaly about the importance of mapping CVE Records (vulnerabilities) to their technical root causes using Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE). Additional topics include the benefits of R…

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Funding the CVE Program of the Future 52:37

2M ago52:37

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Dark Reading Confidential Episode 8: Federal funding for the CVE Program expires in April and a trio of experts agree the industry isn't doing enough to deal with the looming crisis. Bugcrowd's Trey Ford, expert Adam Shostack, and vulnerability historian Brian Martin sit down with Dark Reading to help us figure out what a "good" future of the CVE P…

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Brain Injury Support Services with Lindsay Prenoveau, MS, QP, CRC, CBIS and Rachel Weber, MS, CRC 36:15

2M ago36:15

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Since the early 1980s, Community Partnerships has worked to create new opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Serving over 1,100 people a year, their cross-functional team includes job coaches, consultants, trainers, and of course, Certified Rehabilitation Counselors – two of whom I had the pleasure to talk to fo…

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Navigating SBOMs at Scale: Inside DependencyTrack with Niklas Düster 41:02

3M ago41:02

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In this episode, Viktor Petersson sits down with Niklas Düster, co-lead of OWASP DependencyTrack and contributor to CycloneDX, to explore the realities of managing software bill of materials (SBOMs) at scale. Drawing on real-world experience, Niklas explains how DependencyTrack helps engineering teams analyze, monitor, and act on risks buried deep …

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Rethinking Startups: Inside the Venture Studio Model with Thorbjørn Rønje 1:07:50

3M ago1:07:50

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In this episode, Viktor Petersson sits down with Thorbjørn Rønje, founder of Bifrost Studios, to unpack the venture studio model and why he believes it’s a smarter, faster way to build startups. Thorbjørn explains how Bifrost applies a playbook-driven approach to validate product ideas quickly, reduce risk, and bring businesses to life without wast…

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Top 10 Most Asked Questions about the CRC Exam with Jennifer Marcu 26:08

4M ago26:08

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Nobody gets more questions here at CRCC than our Certification Department. Certification Supervisor Jen Marcu works with her team to answer questions, clarify steps in the process, and connect with thousands of certificants and future CRCs across the US. Jen is our guest this week, and we will explore some of the questions she hears most from stude…

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CISA is Shrinking: What Does it Mean for Cyber? 34:30

4M ago34:30

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Dark Reading Confidential sits down with two cybersecurity leaders to find out what cuts at CISA mean for the business of cyber. Featuring: Tom Parker, CEO of Hubble Technology Jake Williams, aka "@malwarejake", VP of R&D at Hunter Strategy In today’s episode, we’ll cover… The impact of CISA's workforce reduction How the private sector can fill the…

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Inside System76: Building Open Hardware and a Linux-First Future 1:09:00

4M ago1:09:00

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In this episode of Nerding Out with Viktor, Viktor Petersson sits down with Carl Richell, founder and CEO of System76, to unpack how a small Linux-focused hardware company grew into a full-stack open source innovator.They explore System76's journey from shipping Ubuntu laptops to designing open firmware, building a factory, and launching their own …

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TBI Deep Dive for Rehabilitation Counselors with Shannon Juengst, PhD, CRC 44:58

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Traumatic Brain Injury is the leading cause of death and disability worldwide, with an estimated 5.3 million Americans living today with the disability. Of all types of injury, those to the brain are among the most likely to result in death or permanent disability, making research and a deep understanding of how to navigate services for those impac…

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The Systems Behind Managing High-Performing Remote Teams with Jon Seager 1:06:02

4M ago1:06:02

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In this episode of Nerding Out with Viktor, host Viktor Petersson welcomes back Jon Seager, VP of Engineering at Canonical, for a candid conversation about managing remote teams.They explore how Canonical structures its fully distributed engineering org, why hybrid meetings rarely work, and how to build systems that support clarity, autonomy, and a…

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Why Web3, Crypto, and Blockchain Still Struggle in the Real World 1:18:43

5M ago1:18:43

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In this episode of Nerding Out with Viktor, host Viktor Petersson sits down with Vlad Trifa, founder of Zimt and co-founder of EVRYTHNG, to explore why Web3, crypto, and blockchain often fail to deliver on their promises in the real world.Drawing from Vlad's extensive background in IoT, supply chain traceability, and decentralized systems, they div…

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The Day I Found an APT Group In the Most Unlikely Place 25:05

5M ago25:05

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Cyber researchers Ismael Valenzuela and Vitor Ventura share riveting stories about the creative tricks they used to track down advanced persistent threat groups, and the surprises they discovered along the way.By Dark Reading

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Inside the Yocto Project's Evolving Tooling: SBOMs, SPDX 3.0, and Secure Embedded Systems 50:37

5M ago50:37

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In this episode of Nerding Out with Viktor, host Viktor Petersson speaks with Joshua Watt of Garmin and Ross Burton of ARM to explore how the Yocto Project is evolving to meet the growing demands of software supply chain security, embedded Linux customization, and long-term product maintenance.As two long-time contributors to Yocto and OpenEmbedded…

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Startup Founder Lessons on Scaling Teams, Systems, and Culture with Kevin Henrikson 1:16:09

6M ago1:16:09

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In this episode of Nerding Out with Viktor, host Viktor Petersson is joined by Kevin Henrikson, an experienced engineering leader who's worked with Zimbra, Microsoft, and Instacart, to share real startup founder lessons on how to scale engineering teams, build resilient systems, and manage growth through acquisitions.Kevin explains what founders of…

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Reimagining CI/CD and Engineering Culture at Scale with Vlad A. Ionescu from Earthly 1:10:06

6M ago1:10:06

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In this episode of "Nerding Out with Viktor," host Viktor Petersson is joined by Vlad A Ionescu, founder and CEO of Earthly, to explore the realities of modern CI/CD pipelines, why developer experience remains fragmented, and how platform and security teams can work more effectively across organizations. Vlad outlines the origins of Earthly and how…

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The Intersection of Mental Health and Work with Dr. Xiaolei Tang, PhD, CRC, and Dr. David Strauser, PhD 38:32

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At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, the Illinois Institute for Rehabilitation and Employment Research (IIRER) is a hub for innovation and discovery that addresses vocational behavior, community integration, career development, and employment. Partnering with communities in Illinois and around the world, IIRER is continuously innovating …

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Europe's Battle for Tech Sovereignty: Why OpenStack Matters 1:12:11

7M ago1:12:11

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In this episode of "Nerding Out with Viktor," I'm joined by Johan Christenson, founder of Cleura, to dig into one of the most critical questions facing European tech today: how do we build a sovereign cloud that can actually compete? Johan brings decades of experience in open infrastructure and a front-row seat to the evolution of cloud computing. …

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Hoff’s Rules: People First 32:46

7M ago32:46

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Dark Reading Confidential Episode 5: Christofer Hoff, chief secure technology officer at LastPass, shares the human side of the story of how he led his team through a major cyber incident and built from the ground up a security team and security culture. In this frank conversation, Hoff has some valuable advice for how to handle and rebound from a …

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Starting a Private Practice as a CRC with Joseph Young, CRC, MS, LRC 48:46

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Joseph Young is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, an LRC in Massachusetts, and owner of JOSEPH YOUNG CONSULTING, L.L.C. In this conversation, Joe shares his perspective on the importance of credentials, his journey with an invisible disability, and how CRCs who want to start their own private practice can begin their journey to working for them…

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Physical Pen Testing Secrets: Covert Building Infiltration Explained 1:09:19

7M ago1:09:19

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In this episode of "Nerding Out with Viktor," Warren Houghton returns to pull back the curtain on the covert world of physical penetration testing. As a seasoned security expert from Pentest Partners, Warren shares his extensive experience in breaching physical security measures, offering listeners a rare glimpse into the methodologies and techniqu…

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Balena, IoT Security, and the Future of Connected Devices 1:06:14

8M ago1:06:14

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Join host Viktor Petersson as he sits down with Marc Pous of Balena to explore the ever-evolving world of IoT, from remote management and fleet updates to security legislation and software bills of materials (SBOMs). Marc reveals how Balena pioneered container-based deployments on devices like Raspberry Pi, explains why over-the-air (OTA) updates a…

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Disability Services for Community College Students with Pietrina Probst, MA, CRC 33:46

8M ago33:46

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Pietrina Probst is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and Director of ADA, Student Access & Disability Services at Elgin Community College. In this conversation, Pietrina shares insights into the unique considerations community colleges consider in providing disability services and why cross-departmental collaboration is a blueprint for success i…

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Dustin Kirkland on Chainguard, Zero-CVE Containers, and Supply Chain Security 59:15

8M ago59:15

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In this episode of Nerding Out with Viktor, host Viktor Petersson sits down with Dustin Kirkland from Chainguard for an illuminating discussion on modern supply chain security and container hardening. Drawing from his rich experience across tech giants like IBM, Red Hat, Canonical, and Google, Dustin shares invaluable insights into the evolution of…

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25 Years of CVE and What’s Next 47:29

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Host Shannon Sabens speaks with fellow CVE Board members Kent Landfield and Madison Oliver and CVE Program Lead Alec Summers about the 25th anniversary of the CVE Program. Topics include the history of the program, the program today, and what’s next.By CVE Program

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Pentesting 101: Hacking Legally with Warren Houghton 1:01:25

8M ago1:01:25

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In this episode of "Nerding Out with Viktor," Warren Houghton from Pentest Partners joins Viktor to explore the fascinating world of professional penetration testing. As they delve into the intricacies of "legal hacking," Warren shares invaluable insights into the methodologies, tools, and best practices that define ethical hacking in today's cyber…

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A deep dive into the SBOM format SPDX with Kate Stewart and Gary O'Neall 50:14

9M ago50:14

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In this episode of "Nerding Out with Viktor," Kate Stewart from the Linux Foundation and Gary O'Neall, a long-time SPDX contributor, join Viktor to explore the evolution and impact of SPDX (Systems Package Data Exchange) in software transparency. The conversation traces SPDX's journey from its origins in license compliance to its current pivotal ro…

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All things ZFS and FreeBSD with Allan Jude 1:18:17

10M ago1:18:17

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In a captivating deep dive into the world of advanced storage systems, Viktor welcomes ZFS expert and FreeBSD developer Allan Jude to explore the intricate landscape of modern filesystem architecture. This episode of Nerding Out with Viktor peels back the layers of enterprise storage solutions, offering listeners a masterclass in both theoretical f…

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Hacking airplanes, ships and IoT devices with Ken Munro 1:06:14

11M ago1:06:14

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In this thrilling episode of Nerding Out with Viktor, host Viktor Petersson is joined by Ken Munro, a leading figure in cybersecurity and an expert in penetration testing. Together, they dive into the hidden world of aviation cybersecurity, shedding light on the challenges, discoveries, and unexpected vulnerabilities that exist within modern aircra…

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Quantum Has Landed, So Now What? 30:48

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Episode 4: The National Institute of Standards and Technology's (NIST) release of its new post-quantum cryptography standards last summer was the quiet start of a new chapter in cybersecurity. Now no longer something that can be filed away for future reference, post-quantum encryption has officially landed on the desks of cybersecurity leaders worl…

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From Passwords to Passkeys: Exploring the Future of Authentication with Massi Gori 1:04:29

11M ago1:04:29

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In this enlightening episode of Nerding Out with Viktor, Viktor Petersson welcomes authentication expert Massi Gori to delve deep into the ever-evolving world of digital identity and security. Massi, a seasoned product manager at Canonical, brings over 17 years of experience in identity management, from foundational protocols like LDAP and Kerberos…

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SBOMs, CycloneDX, and Software Security with Steve Springett 1:12:05

12M ago1:12:05

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In this episode of Nerding Out With Viktor, host Viktor Petersson sits down with Steve Springett, a leading figure in the world of Software Bill of Materials (SBOMs) and the primary maintainer of CycloneDX, to explore the evolving landscape of software security and SBOMs. Steve shares his journey into the SBOM space, starting with his early experie…

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RFID Hacking with Iceman: Exploring the Intricacies RFID Security 1:07:03

1y ago1:07:03

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In this episode of Nerding Out with Viktor, I sit down with Iceman, a well-known figure in the RFID hacking community. You might have caught one of his DEFCON talks, where he's done some groundbreaking work in RFID security. Today, we're diving deep into RFID technology, hacking techniques, and security vulnerabilities that many of us take for gran…

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Veterans Career Program at the Paralyzed Veterans of America with Charles McCaffrey, MBA, and Genia Hachenberg, CRC, MS 45:28

1y ago45:28

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Taylor talks to Charles McCaffrey, MBA, and Genia Hachenberg, CRC, MS at the Paralyzed Veterans of America about their Veterans Career Program. The program employs CRCs located all over the country to provide free employment support and vocational counseling assistance to all veterans, transitioning service members, spouses, and caregivers. Learn m…

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CNA Onboarding Process Myths Versus Facts 24:33

1y ago24:33

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Shannon Sabens of CrowdStrike chats with Dave Morse, program coordination lead for the CVE Program, about the myths and facts of the CVE Numbering Authority (CNA) partner onboarding process. Truth and facts about the following topics are discussed: duration and complexity of the onboarding process; the fact that there is no fee to participate; ease…

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PREVIEW: Veterans Career Program at the Paralyzed Veterans of America with Charles McCaffrey, MBA, and Genia Hachenberg, CRC, MS 1:00

1y ago1:00

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In this preview of the next episode of Inside Rehabilitation Counseling, Taylor talks to Charles McCaffrey, MBA, and Genia Hachenberg, CRC, MS at the Paralyzed Veterans of America about their Veterans Career Program. The program employs CRCs located all over the country to provide free employment support and vocational counseling assistance to all …

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Uncovering Firmware Security: A Deep Dive with Binarly's Philipp Deppenwiese 1:00:20

1y ago1:00:20

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In this episode of Nerding Out with Viktor, host Viktor Petersson sits down with Philipp Deppenwiese, Head of Solution Engineering at Binarly, to delve into the critical yet often overlooked world of firmware security. As they explore the unique challenges of firmware and BIOS, Viktor and Philipp shed light on the importance of transparency in the …

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Pen Test Arrest: 5 Years Later 41:51

1y ago41:51

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Episode 3: On September 11, 2019, two cybersecurity professionals were arrested in Dallas County, Iowa and forced to spend the night in jail -- just for doing their jobs. Gary De Mercurio and Justin Wynn ultimately found themselves used as pawns in a very public and ugly power dispute between the local county Sheriff's office and the state, forced …

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Unpacking Docker's Journey: Justin Cormack on DevOps, Containerization, and the Future of Wasm 1:27:15

1y ago1:27:15

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In this episode of "Nerding Out with Viktor," Justin shares his unique insights on the evolution of Docker, the containerization pioneer. He reminisces about the early days of the London DevOps scene and its significant role in shaping the global community. The conversation delves into Docker's origins, highlighting the challenges and rapid rise to…

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Exploring the Future of AI: Luke Marsden Unveils Helix and the Open Source Revolution 1:20:42

1y ago1:20:42

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In this episode of "Nerding Out with Viktor," Viktor dives deep into the world of artificial intelligence with Luke Marsden, an AI expert and visionary behind Helix. The conversation explores the rapidly evolving landscape of large language models (LLMs), the impact of OpenAI's ChatGPT, and the rise of open-source AI alternatives. Luke sheds light …

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Daniel Stenberg on Curl's Journey: From C64 Demos to Internet Transfers 1:08:31

1y ago1:08:31

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On this engaging episode of "Nerding Out with Viktor", Viktor sits down with Daniel Stenberg, founder of the widely adopted command-line tool Curl, to discuss his fascinating journey from early programming days on Commodore 64 and Amiga to creating a tool that has become indispensable for developers worldwide. Daniel shares insights into maintainin…

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SBOMs and Cybersecurity: A Deep Dive with Allan Friedman 1:26:19

1y ago1:26:19

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On this episode of "Nerding Out with Viktor", we dive into the world of cybersecurity with special guest Allan. He shares his expertise on CISA, the civilian government's critical infrastructure defense and security agency, highlighting its role in safeguarding American society. We also explore the concept of Software Bill of Materials (SBOMs), the…

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Past, Present, and Future of Computing with Bryan Cantrill, CTO of Oxide Computer Company 1:23:29

1y ago1:23:29

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In this episode of "Nerding Out with Viktor," Bryan Cantrill, CTO and co-founder of Oxide Computer Company, joins Viktor Petersson for a thought-provoking conversation about the future of cloud infrastructure. Bryan shares his expertise on DTrace, a game-changing system monitoring tool he pioneered at Sun Microsystems, which emphasized observation …

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A Conversation with Sarah Price Hancock, MS, CRC 1:06:08

1+ y ago1:06:08

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On this episode of Inside Rehabilitation Counseling, Sarah Price Hancock joins us to discuss her journey as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor. Following a misdiagnosis of “treatment resistant” mental illness, Sarah received 116 bilateral electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) treatments resulting in Delayed Electrical Injury’s Myoneural Disorder. Sarah…