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 Apr 19, 2022
Tuesday Apr 19, 2022
DeJuan Strickland (DJ) is a huge superhero fan, but when he realized there weren’t many superheroes and comic book characters that looked like him, he decided to do something about it! Enter: Tech Boy! DJ joins hosts Ron and Chris to share his unique experiences as an 13 year old author, entrepreneur, and tech enthusiast.
Guest Bio:
DeJuan Strickland is a 13-old scholar born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri. He enjoys gaming, anime, reading, and indulging in comic books. He is a long-time honor roll student who thoroughly enjoys science and technology. He has recently been appointed as a youth member of STEMSTL's Strategic Advisory Board. Tech Boy is DeJuan's debut title and his mission is to inspire other youth to become tech-savvy entrepreneurs.
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A big thank you to our friends at PlexTrac and Axonius for sponsoring this episode!
Links:
Stay in touch with DJ on Instagram and Twitter
Connect with Ron Eddings on LinkedIn and Twitter
Connect with Chris Cochran on LinkedIn and Twitter
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Continue the conversation by joining our Discord
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Tuesday Apr 12, 2022
Tuesday Apr 12, 2022
Evan Mayfield, an award-winning 3D animator and founder of the Kingdom of Dwarves NFT project, joins Ron and Chris to talk about how his love of art allows him to experience life in new and creative ways. In this episode, Evan shares his story behind winning an Academy Award and starting a career in the film industry, what led him into creating NFT art and founding Kingdom of Dwarves NFT project, and the importance of being receptive to feedback in your career.
Guest Bio:
Evan Mayfield is an Academy Award winning 3D animator/Animation Director in the Film/Commercial/VideoGame/AR/VR field. He is also one of the founders of the Kingdom of Dwarves NFT project.
Sponsor Links:
A big thank you to our friends at PlexTrac and Axonius for sponsoring this episode!
Links:
Stay in touch with Evan Mayfield on LinkedIn , Twitter and Discord
Connect with Ron Eddings on LinkedIn and Twitter
Connect with Chris Cochran on LinkedIn and Twitter
Purchase a HVS t-shirt at our shop
Continue the conversation by joining our Discord
Check out Hacker Valley Media and Hacker Valley Studio
Tuesday Apr 05, 2022
Tuesday Apr 05, 2022
In this new age of remote work, people are able to live and work in ways that we never thought possible. In this episode Ron and Chris are joined by Isabel Leong, a full-time travel blogger and SEO marketing coach. Isabel shares how she turned her hobby into a career that allows her to fulfill her passion for travel and her tips for those attempting to do the same.
Guest Bio:
Full-time travel blogger and SEO marketing coach roaming the world at whim, Isabel draws energy from being outdoors. An explorer at heart, the world is her playground. She helps aspiring bloggers and brands get the most out of their online presence and financial freedom by ranking on Google faster with SEO and expose millennial travelers to experiences beyond their imaginations.
Sponsor Links:
A big thank you to our friends at PlexTrac and Axonius for sponsoring this episode!
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Stay in touch with Isabel Leong on LinkedIn, Twitter and Instagram
Connect with Ron Eddings on LinkedIn and Twitter
Tuesday Mar 29, 2022
Tuesday Mar 29, 2022
In this episode Ron and Chris are joined by the co-founder and CEO of SeclarityIO, David Pearson, to talk about his experience in building a company from the ground up. David shares the challenge of “building something from nothing,” seeking help, and the importance of having a solid support system. David explores the intricacies and inner workings of his mind and his tips on tapping into creativity and innovative thought.
Guest Bio:
David is the co-founder and CEO of SeclarityIO, the company building NetworkSage. During his career, he has spent time on the red team, blue team, and in deep research. He was formerly the Head of Threat Research at Awake Security. David has security degrees from the Rochester Institute of Technology and Carnegie Mellon, and has spoken and taught workshops at many top security conferences.
Sponsor Links:
A big thank you to our friends at PlexTrac and Axonius for sponsoring this episode!
Additional Links:
Stay in touch with David Pearson on LinkedIn and Twitter
Connect with Ron Eddings on LinkedIn and Twitter
Connect with Chris Cochran on LinkedIn and Twitter
Purchase a HVS t-shirt at our shop
Continue the conversation by joining our Discord
Check out Hacker Valley Media and Hacker Valley Studio
Tuesday Mar 22, 2022
Tuesday Mar 22, 2022
Anyone can start a podcast, but what about a successful podcast? What about a podcast that reaches, connects and impacts people for the better? In this episode, Ron and Chris are joined by Adam Adams to talk about what it takes to create a successful podcast. Adam touches on the importance of having quality equipment, a compelling and entertaining message, and great marketing. He explores the reasons why having a broad audience isn’t the best tactic when trying to stand out and why you shouldn’t be afraid to “draw a line in the sand.”
Guest Bio:
After selling his first podcast and seeing everything that his show did for his business, Adam Adams founded a company to serve podcasters in a whole new way. Knowing successful business owners have already learned to stay in their lane and focus on revenue generating activities Adam founded Grow Your Show, which is the easy button for podcasters. They make having a top rated podcast as easy as pressing “record”.
Sponsor Links:
A big thank you to our friends at PlexTrac and Axonius for sponsoring this episode!
Links:
Stay in touch with Adam Adams on LinkedIn and Instagram & check out his podcast and website
Connect with Ron Eddings on LinkedIn and Twitter
Connect with Chris Cochran on LinkedIn and Twitter
Purchase a HVS t-shirt at our shop
Continue the conversation by joining our Discord
Check out Hacker Valley Media and Hacker Valley Studio