Best Party Center Software Podcasts (2025)

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Customer Spotlight: Meet Ryan, the Glow Behind GlowZone 360 - Episode 80 25:08

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In this special Customer Spotlight episode of Party Center Speaks, we chat with Ryan Vande Vooren, a true pioneer in the family entertainment industry and operator of GlowZone 360, with locations in Mississauga and Brampton, Ontario. 🎉 With over 20 years in the business, Ryan shares how he’s built guest loyalty, stayed ahead with must-try attractio…

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Privacy: Keep People At The Center of it All with Mishi Choudhary Rerun 23:37

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Joining the podcast this week is Mishi Choudhary, SVP and General Counsel at Virtru. Mishi shares with us some legal perspective on the privacy discussion including freedom of thought, the right to be forgotten, end-to-end encryption for protecting user data, finding a middle ground between meeting customer privacy demands and complying with legal …

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Anticipation and Preparation The Science Behind Cyber Threat Intelligence with Dmitry Bestuzhev Part 2 rerun 26:01

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Joining the podcast this week is Dmitry Bestuzhev, senior director of cyber threat intelligence (CTI) at Blackberry. He gives Petko an inside look into the key types of CTI and how the insights can be used to build context and determine response in specific circumstances, such as in the recent case of attempted targets at NATO. Dmitry also turns ou…

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Anticipation and Preparation The Science Behind Cyber Threat Intelligence with Dmitry Bestuzhev (Rerun) 23:28

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Joining the podcast this week is Dmitry Bestuzhev, senior director of cyber threat intelligence (CTI) at Blackberry. He gives Petko an inside look into the key types of CTI and how the insights can be used to build context and determine response in specific circumstances, such as in the recent case of attempted targets at NATO. Dmitry also turns ou…

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Cyber Attackers and The Powerful Allure of School Systems with Julia Fallon (Rerun) 53:28

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This week we’re joined by Julia Fallon, Executive Director of the State Educational Technology Directors Association (SETDA) and she shines a light on the appeal of school systems to cyber attackers. (HINT: it is access to PII to open credit cards, mortgages and more in the name of children that often is only detected many years later.) We also dis…

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Ransomware Evolution: From Business Nuisance to National Security Threat with Megan Stifel (Rerun) 33:43

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This week, Audra is joined by Megan Stifel, chief strategy officer for the Institute for Security and Technology, to discuss how ransomware has evolved from a business nuisance to now a threat to national security. Megan also shares how the United States' overall response to ransomware has the potential to impact the types of attacks faced by its o…

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Next-Gen Threats: Generative AI, Deepfakes, and Automated Cybersecurity Defense with Petko Stoyanov 35:39

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Welcome back to Forcepoint’s To the Point Cybersecurity podcast! In this episode, co-host Jonathan Knepher sits down with Petko Stoyanov—cybersecurity expert and former Forcepoint host—for a thought-provoking discussion about the evolving landscape of AI in cybersecurity. Together, they unpack the shifting trends seen at this year’s RSA conference,…

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PlayPalz Behind the Scenes: Tools for Operational Success - Episode 79 21:32

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Running a Smooth Indoor Playground with PCS – Featuring Emma McNeil from PlayPalz! 🛝🎉 Welcome back to Party Center Speaks, the podcast for family entertainment centers and event venues looking to level up their marketing, operations, and overall growth! 🚀🎯 In this episode, we’re taking a behind-the-scenes look at indoor playground operations with E…

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Inside Fintech Security: Erika Dean on Tackling AI Threats and Third-Party Risks Part 2 25:52

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Welcome back to To the Point Cybersecurity Podcast! In this week’s episode, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher continue their fascinating conversation with Erika Dean, Chief Security Officer at Robinhood. Erika brings over 20 years of experience in cybersecurity, including an impressive tenure at Capital One, where she held multiple cyber lead…

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Who Represents You? Choosing The Right Mascot for Your FEC - Episode 78 21:08

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🎙️ Who Represents You? Choosing The Right Mascot for Your FEC – Featuring Sheryl Bindelglass! 🎉 In this exciting episode, we’re joined by the incredible Sheryl Bindelglass of Sheryl Golf—FEC industry expert and marketing strategist—to dive into the often-overlooked powerhouse of branding: mascots! 🐾 From building brand recognition to creating unfor…

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Inside Fintech Security: Erika Dean on Tackling AI Threats and Third-Party Risks 27:31

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Welcome to another episode of the To the Point Cybersecurity podcast, brought to you by Forcepoint. This week, hosts Rachel Lyon and Jonathan Knepper sit down with Erika Dean, Chief Security Officer at Robinhood, to dive deep into the evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats facing the fintech industry. With over two decades of experience—includ…

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Small Market, Big Vision: Operating a Large FEC in a Small City - Episode 77 15:55

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What does it take to run a large-scale Family Entertainment Center (FEC) in a smaller market? In this episode, we sit down with the team from Atomic City in Paducah, Kentucky—an FEC powerhouse bringing big-city fun to a town of just over 25,000 people. We discuss the challenges and rewards of launching and operating a major entertainment venue in a…

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From Battlefield to Boardroom: Ricoh Danielson’s Lessons on Cyber Warfare and Digital Forensics 43:31

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Welcome back to To the Point Cybersecurity, where hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher take you inside the ever-evolving world of cyber threats, digital defense, and the impact of technology on our daily lives. In this episode, they sit down with Ricoh Danielson—national security expert, digital forensics pro, and US Army combat veteran of Iraq …

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Meet Steve: Pizza Ranch Pro + Arcade Aficionado - Episode 76 14:13

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Customer Spotlight: Pizza Ranch – Funzone Arcade in Rapid City, SD | Party Center Speaks Podcast In this special Customer Spotlight episode of Party Center Speaks, we sit down with Steve Cronin, long-time operator of multiple Pizza Ranch locations and a true community-builder in the family entertainment world. 🎮 From his journey into the FEC indust…

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Balancing Policy, Technology, and Security: Expert Advice from Former Deputy Federal CIO Maria Roat Part 2 23:59

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Welcome back to the "To the Point" cybersecurity podcast! In this episode, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher continue their enlightening conversation with Maria Roat, former US Deputy Federal Chief Information Officer and Small Business Administration CIO. Maria brings her wealth of experience from both government and private sectors to the t…

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The Power of Digital Advertising for FECs - Episode 75 11:57

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The Power of Digital Advertising for FECs | Party Center Speaks Podcast Are you running Facebook or Google Ads—or just thinking about it—and wondering if you're doing it right? In this episode of Party Center Speaks, host Nydia Milton sits down with Morgan Ball, Digital Marketing & PPC Specialist at Party Center Software, to talk all things digital…

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Balancing Policy, Technology, and Security: Expert Advice from Former Deputy Federal CIO Maria Roat 33:19

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Welcome back to To the Point Cybersecurity Podcast, brought to you by Forcepoint! In this week’s episode, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher are joined—once again—by the remarkable Maria Roat, former US Deputy Federal Chief Information Officer and past CIO of the Small Business Administration. With over three decades of federal IT and cybersec…

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Practical Strategies for Small Business Growth and Sustainability - Episode 74 26:55

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🎉 Practical Strategies for Small Business Growth & Sustainability 🚀 Welcome back to Party Center Speaks, the podcast for family entertainment center (FEC) and event venue professionals who are ready to grow, scale, and THRIVE! 🛝✨ In this episode, host Nydia Milton sits down with Andy Seeley, CEO & Co-Founder of Creatively Disruptive, to explore rea…

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From Cyber to Physical: Tackling Modern Hybrid Threats with John Cohen Part 2 36:10

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Welcome back to another episode of To the Point Cybersecurity, where hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher dig into the evolving world of cyber threats, national security, and the intersection of technology and society. In this episode, we continue our conversation with John Cohen, Executive Director of the Program for Countering Hybrid Threats a…

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Boost Your Bottom Line with Add-ons and Upselling - Episode 73 9:26

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🎉 Boost Your Bottom Line with Add-ons and Upselling | Party Center Speaks Podcast Looking to increase revenue without adding major operational strain? In this episode of Party Center Speaks, we’re diving into the world of party add-ons and upselling—the secret to maximizing birthday party profits while delighting guests. Host Nydia Milton is joined…

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From Cyber to Physical: Tackling Modern Hybrid Threats with John Cohen 33:53

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Welcome to a brand new episode of To the Point Cybersecurity! This week, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher are joined by John Cohen, Executive Director of the Program for Countering Hybrid Threats at the Center for Internet Security. With more than forty years of experience in law enforcement, counterintelligence, and homeland security, John …

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The Journey of Franchising Your FEC to Expand Business - Episode 72 23:50

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Running a Smooth Indoor Playground with PCS – Featuring Emma McNeil from PlayPalz! Welcome back to Party Center Speaks, the podcast for family entertainment centers and event venues looking to level up their marketing, operations, and overall growth! In this episode, we’re diving behind the scenes with Emma McNeil, founder of PlayPalz, a popular in…

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Preparing for Quantum Computing: Future-Proofing Cybersecurity with Bill Anderson 37:46

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Welcome back to the To the Point cybersecurity podcast! In this episode, co-hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher are joined once again by Dr. Bill Anderson, Principal Product Manager at Mattermost and founder of Oculus, for a deep dive into some of the most pressing cybersecurity topics of today. Bill draws on his background in cryptography and …

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Introducing Morgan Ball! The New Digital Marketing & PPC Specialist at PCS - Episode 71 8:12

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Introducing Morgan Ball – PCS’s New Digital Marketing & PPC Specialist! Welcome back to Party Center Speaks, the podcast for family entertainment centers and event venues looking to level up their marketing, operations, and overall growth! In this episode, we're thrilled to introduce you to Morgan Ball, our new Digital Marketing & PPC Specialist at…

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Bridging the Skills Gap: Effective Cybersecurity Leadership and Collaboration with Bill Anderson 23:09

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In this episode of the "To the Point Cybersecurity" podcast, hosted by Jonathan Knepher and Rachael Lyon, we delve into the intricate world of cybersecurity with Dr. Bill Anderson, the Principal Product Manager at Mattermost. With a focus on AI, quantum cryptography, and secure communications, Bill brings a wealth of experience from his time in the…

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Master Your 2025 Marketing Strategy: A Winning Plan for FECs - Episode 70 1:08:26

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In this episode of Party Center Speaks, we're replaying our webinar, Master Your 2025 Marketing Strategy: A Winning Plan for FECs, for you! We took a deep dive into one of the most important topics for Family Entertainment Centers in 2025: content marketing strategy. 🎤 Host Nydia Milton wass joined by Erik Weasenforth from Funworks Media to talk ab…

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Cyber Experience Matters: Tackling Industry Challenges with Saaim Khan Part 2 32:54

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In this exciting episode of "Forcepoint's To the Point Cybersecurity Podcast," hosted by Rachael Lyon and co-hosted by Jonathan Knepher, we dive back into conversation with Saaim Khan, founder, and principal adviser at Cyber Matters. Known for redefining the cyber consulting landscape with an "unconsults" approach, Saaim shares engaging stories and…

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Endless Fun for Everyone: Appeal to All Ages with Your Attractions - Episode 69 16:08

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How do you design a Family Entertainment Center that truly appeals to everyone—from toddlers to teens to adults? In this episode, we explore how Atomic City in Paducah, KY has built a powerhouse FEC with 10 attractions under one roof, each carefully chosen to reach a broad and diverse audience. We dive into: 🎳 Building a balanced mix of attractions…

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Cyber Experience Matters: Tackling Industry Challenges with Saaim Khan 32:45

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Welcome back to the Forcepoint podcast, where we bring you the latest in global cybersecurity. Today, we're diving into part one of our two-part series with Saaim Khan, founder and principal advisor at Cyber Matters. Saaim is redefining cyber consulting with an "unconsult" approach. In this episode, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepper engage Sa…

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Understanding Behavioral Biometrics with Zighra's Founder Deepak Dutt 45:57

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Welcome to another episode of "To the Point Cybersecurity," brought to you by Forcepoint. This week, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepper are joined by Deepak Dutt, the founder and CEO of Zighra. With over a decade of experience in behavioral biometrics, Deepak provides fascinating insights into the intersection of artificial intelligence, senso…

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Host Great Events with Frank from Birthday University - Episode 68 17:20

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🎉 How to Host Great Events with Frank Price from Birthday University 🎈 Want to take your birthday parties and group events to the next level? 🔝 In this episode of Party Center Speaks, host Nydia Milton sits down with Frank Price, the mastermind behind Birthday University, to discuss how FECs can create unforgettable and profitable events! 🔹 Learn w…

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Michele Rigby Assad on Cybersecurity: Tackling Modern Threats and Information Security Part 2 19:15

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Welcome back to the To the Point cybersecurity podcast, presented by Forcepoint! In this episode, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepper continue their engaging conversation with Michele Rigby Assad, a former CIA intelligence officer and renowned author of "Breaking Cover" and "Get Off the X." Join us as Michele shares her unique insights into the…

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Michele Rigby Assad on Cybersecurity: Tackling Modern Threats and Information Security 31:26

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In this episode of the "To the Point cybersecurity podcast," hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepper dive into a compelling conversation with Michele Rigby Assad, a former CIA intelligence officer with vast experience in The Middle East. Michele shares insights from her latest book, "Get Off the X," which explores the importance of getting out of o…

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AI for FECs?! How To Use AI In Your Content Marketing - Episode 67 20:04

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🤖 AI for FECs?! | How To Use AI In Your Content Marketing 💡 AI is everywhere! But how can it actually help family entertainment centers and event venues grow their businesses? 🤔 In this episode of Party Center Speaks, host Nydia Milton sits down with Erik Weasenforth, Founder of Funworks Media, to explore how AI-powered tools can enhance content ma…

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Unmasking Cybercrime: Trevor Hilligoss on Tackling Infostealers and Ransomware, Part II 25:39

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Welcome to Part 2 of this To the Point cybersecurity podcast episode, brought to you by Forcepoint. This week, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepper continue their conversation with Trevor Hilligoss, Senior Vice President at SpyCloud Labs. In this episode, Trevor provides an in-depth look at the rising use of infostealers, the changing tactics of…

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Unmasking Cybercrime: Trevor Hilligoss on Tackling Infostealers and Ransomware, Part I 34:58

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Welcome to another thrilling episode of the To the Point cybersecurity podcast brought to you by Forcepoint. This week, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepper dive deep into the world of cybercrime with Trevor Hilligoss, the Senior Vice President at SpyCloud Labs. Trevor brings his expertise to the table, sharing insights into the intricate workin…

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From Playtime to Profit: Boost Your Play Center's Success - Episode 66 1:28:39

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Are you looking to maximize revenue at your play cafe, kid’s play center, or soft play center? Our webinar, "From Playtime to Profit: Boost Your Play Center’s Success," shares proven strategies to help you grow your business. Featuring special guests from Peachy Playtown, a highly successful play center, this session dives into actionable tips and …

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The Role of Adversary Emulation in Modern Cyber Defense Strategies with Steve Kain 47:27

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Welcome to another engaging episode of the "To the Point Cybersecurity" podcast, brought to you by Forcepoint. This week, hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher delve into the intersection of sports and cybersecurity with a fascinating guest, Steve Kain, an adversary emulation manager with the Maryland Department of IT. With a background spanning …

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Navigating IT and OT Integration Challenges with Richard Robinson 47:36

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In this episode of the To the Point cybersecurity podcast, hosts Jonathan Knepher and Rachael Lyon dive into the complex world of IT and OT network integration with Richard Robinson, CEO of Cynalytica. Richard shares his expertise on the critical differences between IT and OT networks, highlighting their unique security priorities and life cycles. …

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Say YES to PCS! 2025 Updates and Releases - Episode 65 10:17

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In this episode, I, Nydia Milton, sit down with Jon Radcliff, VP of Product and Customer Experience at Party Center Software. He’s joining me to share some exciting updates and give all of our listeners an exclusive look at what Party Center Software has coming up. Listen as we discuss a few updates and releases that Party Center Software has as we…

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The Cloud, is it Really Secure? Rerun 30:05

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Trish Cagliostro, Head of Business Development for security - Worldwide Public Sector for Security Services at Amazon Web Services (AWS) explains Cloud security, how Threat Intelligence factors in and her Cloud wish for the future. For links and resources discussed in this episode, please visit our show notes at https://www.forcepoint.com/govpodcas…

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Bitcoin is Here to Stay (and it Would Like to Stop Being Blamed for Ransomware, Please) With Jeff Roberts Rerun 45:04

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Dive into the world of cryptocurrency with this week’s guest Jeff Roberts, executive editor at Decrypt and author of the book “Kings of Crypto: One Start-Up’s Quest to Take Cryptocurrency Out of Silicon Valley and On To Wall Street”. For those that are wondering, Jeff shares that cryptocurrency today is definitely mainstream and while it is still a…

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Re-Introducing Party Center Speaks featuring Rebecca Twomey - Episode 64 35:41

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In this episode, we are re-introducing our podcast. Party Center Software's President, Rebecca Twomey, joins us today to give a few tips to FECs and discuss what we have coming this time around!By Party Center Software

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Security Is A Team Sport With Leonard Bailey Rerun 43:00

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This week Leonard Bailey, Head of Computer Crime and Intellectual Property Section’s (CCIPS) Cybersecurity Unit for the Department of Justice (DOJ), Criminal Division, joins us this week. We dive into the role of the DOJ in addressing the vast and ever-changing landscape of cybersecurity. Bailey shares insights on partnering with federal agencies a…

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Tales of Frogs, Scorpions and AI/ML with Tony Dahbura Rerun 46:55

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This week joining the podcast is Anton (Tony) Dahbura, executive director of the Johns Hopkins University Information Security Institute and co-director of the Johns Hopkins Institute of Assured Autonomy. We deep dive into the realm of AI/ML technology and the exponential applications for it across every aspect of our lives. And the criticality of …

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Innovation, Convenience, Entertainment and Predicting Privacy with Jill Aitoro Part II Rerun 26:49

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We’re back with part-two of our discussion with Jill Aitoro, SVP for Content Strategy at CyberRisk Alliance where we pick the conversation up on privacy today and efforts by big tech and government to protect sensitive information. We also dive into the slippery slope of consumer apps and health information used for convenience and, for some, enter…

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Poking the Bear and a Cyber War Playbook with Jill Aitoro Rerun 29:16

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Jill Aitoro, SVP for Content Strategy at CyberRisk Alliance joins the podcast this week for a hot topics discussion across recent developments in the ongoing cyber war involving Ukraine, Russia and a supporting cast of many public and private entities including NATO, Microsoft, Lithuania and others. We also dive into recent exploits by China with s…

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E313 - Spotlight On The Center for Internet Security with Curtis Dukes Rerun 43:39

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Curt Dukes, Executive Vice President and General Manager for Security Best Practices at the Center for Internet Security (CIS) joins the podcast this week. He shares insights from his more than 30 years with the NSA and how that journey led to the CIS and the synergies between the two organizations in providing cyber resources and fostering threat …

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What, Me Worry? When Ransomware Gangs Issue News Releases…(Rerun) 59:27

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Welcome to our first SPECIAL EPISODE where we cover breaking news as it happens. Today we catch up with Joe Uchill, senior reporter at SC Media, to discuss the Colonial Pipeline ransomware attack making headlines this week and why we continue to see escalating attacks in frequency, ransom demands and high value targets such as critical infrastructu…

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Ethical Hacking Insights: Uncovering Vulnerabilities and Strengthening Security with Gemma Moore Part 2 26:59

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This week, Rachael Lyon and Vince Spina continue their riveting conversation with Gemma Moore, a renowned expert in pen testing and red teaming and cofounder of Cyberus, a leading cyber consultancy. In this second part of their discussion, Gemma delves deep into the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, touching on the complexities introduced by clo…