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 Oct 19, 2021
Tuesday Oct 19, 2021
We’ve switched it up again to bring you 2 guests this week on this double header masterclass in education. Chris and Ron are joined up by Terri Oropeza and Shakera Moreland, two natural teachers in their field. Shakera, also known as the HIM concierge, has used her past to shape how she teaches future professionals. Terri explains how to grow to understand your authentic self in learning and teaching while encouraging young people to never mind the stereotypes and get into cyber. With the opinions and strategies laid out by these two educators, you can be sure that you won’t leave this episode taking away nothing.
Key Takeaways:
Shakera Moreland
03:31 Bio
05:56 What is H.I.M.?
10:03 Connecting with others to guide and mentor
11:58 Marrying your super-power with your purpose
13:10 Shakera’s journey into podcasting
16:01 What need does Shakera’s business solve?
17:34 What’s the goal of the podcast, and why?
Terri Orepeza
20:20 Intro
21:03 Bio
25:43 Influences from teachers in the past
27:05 What Terri is teaching today
28:58 What can be changed in technical education?
31:48 Empowering students to find their calling in the field
33:32 Why is it important to get involved in organizations?
37:20 Advice for a newcomer
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Shakera Moreland: LinkedIn | Podcast Terri Orepeza: LinkedIn | Twitter
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This episode is sponsored by Living Security
Monday Oct 11, 2021
Monday Oct 11, 2021
Maxie Reynolds is the author of The Art of Attack, subsea engineer and R.O.V. Pilot with an interesting perspective on offense. She is an expert in understanding the mindset of an attacker and using that to mold a communicative, responsive group of blue and red professionals in the constantly-evolving cyber security playground. Join Chris, Ron and Maxie as they dive into why shifting your mindset could be the determinant for understanding an attacker's motives and next moves.
Key Takeaways:
03:15 Bio
07:30 Same attacker mindset, just a different application
09:36 The mindset of an attacker; molding and shifting perspective
11:10 Encouraging curiosity - diving deep in Maxie’s past
14:22 Challenges with writing a book
17:50 Future predictions in cyber security
23:23 Why underwater?
26:38 The importance of observation and how to do it well
29:25 Defense should know about offense
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Maxie Reynolds: Book | Twitter | Instagram | Linkedin | Podcast
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Thursday Oct 07, 2021
Thursday Oct 07, 2021
Tre Nagella is a 3x grammy award-winning studio engineer, record mixer and music producer. With decades of experience in music, he started his studio in Dallas, Texas and has flourished as a craftsperson and leader. Serving clients like Kirk Franklin, Christina Aguilera, and contributing to several blockbusters, such as “The Hate You Give” and “Hidden Figures”, Tre knows a thing or two about what it takes to become a skilled craftsperson. Listen as Tre, Chris and Ron present a masterclass in all things art.
Key Takeaways:
02:47 Bio
04:20 The choice inn music- what was the reason? How did you do it?
07:35 Patience, humility and learning
08:30 Finding your own flow and following no rules
10:54 Lady Gaga, Snoop Dogg…..Kanye?!
14:00 Security & Music; Keeping up with the times
16:52 Passion + discipline = success
19:54 You don’t have to motivate passionate people
21:40 Get in touch with Tre!
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Tre Nagella : Website | Instagram Luminous Sound: Website | Instagram | Facebook
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This episode is sponsored by Axonius
Tuesday Oct 05, 2021
Tuesday Oct 05, 2021
This week, join Ron and Chris as they sit down for a raw conversation with Ian Murphy. Ian is a game-changing pioneer in cyber training resourcing, adding spice to a dull, outdated training market. His company, CyberOff, is the “antidote for dull cyber training.” The three dive deep into topics like comedy, creating and sourcing content, being vulnerable and the reason for it all.
Key Takeaways:
02:44 This is Rock n’ Roll
03:04 Bio
4:00 Content- where does it originate?
06:43 What is it like to be an entrepreneur in cyber?
08:20 Where does Ian draw the line?
11:55 What makes comedy? Chris and Ian deliberate
15:36 Working on vulnerability
17:23 Ian’s approach- Where did we go wrong in teaching?
20:31 The end goal
23:35 The most “popular” form
28:09 Ian’s inspiration
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Ian Murphy: LinkedIn | Twitter | Email | Website
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This episode is sponsored by Living Security
Thursday Sep 30, 2021
Thursday Sep 30, 2021
The average ransomware cost is $312,493. That number has increased 171% compared 2019. Why does it still work? What we have to do to stop it? How, in 2021, can a criminal organization have a customer service division? Yes, that’s right, customer service. Join Ron and Chris for this ransomware discussion.
Note: After additional research we discovered that an investigation determined that the woman that lost her life, did not die due to the ransomware and would have perished regardless of the attack.
Key Takeaways:
00:57 What is ransomware?
02:39 Who gets attacked?
04:53 Criminal service with customer service
07:43 The history of Ransomware
11:45 Immutable
14:40 Use 2-factor authentication!
16:32 Chris’ take on the future of ransomware
19:20 Ron’s future predictions
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