Welcome back to the show! Hacker Valley Studio podcast features Host Ron Eddings, as he explores the world of cybersecurity through the eyes of professionals in the industry. We cover everything from inspirational real-life stories in tech, to highlighting influential cybersecurity companies, and we do so in a fun and enthusiastic way. We’re making cybersecurity accessible, creating a whole new form of entertainment: cybertainment.
Episodes
Tuesday Mar 14, 2023
Tuesday Mar 14, 2023
In this episode of the Hacker Valley Studio podcast, hosts Ron and Chris tackle arguably one of the most difficult roles in cybersecurity: Incident Response. Drawing on his years of experience at organizations such as US Cyber Command, NSA, and Netflix, Chris shares his knowledge on what it takes to properly handle Severity 1, 2, and 3 level incidents. Together, Ron and Chris cover everything from the roles and responsibilities of an incident commander to the steps of bringing an incident to a close. Lastly, the two share their tips for improving incident response and steps that individuals and organizations can take to integrate incident command and communication efforts.
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Join our Patreon monthly creative mastermind
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Tuesday Mar 07, 2023
Tuesday Mar 07, 2023
In this episode, Chris and Ron are joined by author, TED Talk presenter, and Chief Research Officer at WithSecure, Mikko Hyppönen, to discuss the past, present, and future of cybersecurity. With over 30 years of experience in cybersecurity, Mikko shares his insights on everything from the importance of knowing and understanding the enemy to the security implications of smart devices.
Be sure to subscribe to Hacker Valley Studio, the premiere cybersecurity podcast for cybersecurity professionals
NetSPI has a team of skilled pen-testers that can help you find those critical vulnerabilities and become your partner in creating the right remediation game plan for you. Check them out at http://netspi.com/HVM
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Connect with our guest Mikko Hyppönen on LinkedIn
Check out Mikko's book If It's Smart, It's Vulnerable
Join our Patreon monthly creative mastermind
Connect with Ron Eddings on LinkedIn and Twitter
Connect with Chris Cochran on LinkedIn and Twitter
Purchase an HVS t-shirt at our shop
Continue the conversation by joining our Discord
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Tuesday Feb 28, 2023
Tuesday Feb 28, 2023
In this episode of the Hacker Valley Studio podcast, Chris Cochran and Ron Eddings discuss cybersecurity resources for learning and standing out in the field. In the episode, the two discuss SANS Institute posters for pentesting, purple teaming, and incident response. The two also showcase Google Hacking resources for finding domains of interest for cybersecurity.
Ron and Chris highlight how podcasts can be a great way to try out a book before buying it, as authors often share the best parts of their work when interviewed. Chris notes that the cybersecurity field is constantly evolving and that staying up-to-date is crucial. They emphasize that resources like books and podcasts can help professionals develop new skills and stay current with industry trends.
Be sure to subscribe to Hacker Valley Studio, the premiere cybersecurity podcast for cybersecurity professionals.
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Links:
Join our Patreon monthly creative mastermind
Connect with Ron Eddings on LinkedIn and Twitter
Connect with Chris Cochran on LinkedIn and Twitter
Purchase an HVS t-shirt at our shop
Continue the conversation by joining our Discord
Check out Hacker Valley Media and Hacker Valley Studio
Tuesday Feb 21, 2023
Tuesday Feb 21, 2023
Welcome to the Hacker Valley Studio podcast, Ron Eddings and Chris Cochran reflect on their most pivotal moments in the industry. The two share personal stories that shaped their careers, from Chris' journey to landing his dream role at Netflix to Ron's early years in cybersecurity and hitting his career goal of earning $100k.
But it's not all about the money – Ron and Chris delve into the importance of money management and the harsh realities of poor spending habits. They also discuss the philosophy of staying present, having gratitude, and being available for life-changing opportunities, especially in the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity.
You'll also hear Ron's tips for success, including the power of breathwork, consistent self-development routines, and reading. And, surprisingly, how these practices even helped him meet his wife!
Whether you're just starting out in cybersecurity or looking to take your career to the next level, this cybersecurity podcast episode is perfect for anyone interested in learning from two experienced professionals who have been there, done that, and are still going strong.
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Links:
Join our Patreon monthly creative mastermind
Connect with Ron Eddings on LinkedIn and Twitter
Connect with Chris Cochran on LinkedIn and Twitter
Purchase an HVS t-shirt at our shop
Continue the conversation by joining our Discord
Check out Hacker Valley Media and Hacker Valley Studio
Tuesday Feb 14, 2023
Tuesday Feb 14, 2023
In this episode of the Hacker Valley Studio podcast, hosts Ron Eddings and Chris Cochran explore the power of ChatGPT and attempt to build a Python script that scrapes BleepingComputer for the latest headlines.
Chris also takes a moment to reflect on the rise of the ‘Industry Creative’- a term he coined for individuals that leverage their practical industry experience into creating content for their community. The two share their predictions on the future of cybersecurity content creation, why the demand for content is higher than ever, and why they believe industry creatives are the most valuable practitioners in cybersecurity.
This cybersecurity podcast episode is perfect for anyone interested in advancing their understanding of the intersection between AI and cybersecurity. Enjoy!
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Links:
Join our Patreon monthly creative mastermind
Connect with Ron Eddings on LinkedIn and Twitter
Connect with Chris Cochran on LinkedIn and Twitter
Purchase an HVS t-shirt at our shop
Continue the conversation by joining our Discord
Check out Hacker Valley Media and Hacker Valley Studio