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
Wednesday Nov 11, 2020
Wednesday Nov 11, 2020
In this episode of the Hacker Valley Studio podcast, hosts Ron and Chris provide a very special episode as they interview Robin Black. Robin is a martial arts practitioner and commentator, and he is arguably the best martial arts analyst in the world. He believes secrets to the universe lie in the sacred moments of combat - and that couldn’t be any more true in cyber security. So what does cyber security have to do with martial arts and analysis? Ron and Chris invite listeners into the conversation to find out!
As the conversation begins, Robin shares about his background, emphasizing the fact that he has the privilege of doing what he loves. Robin’s work involves taking events and crafting a story in real time; the task is in many ways similar to that of cyber security, but as a general rule, it requires more speed. And so, Ron and Chris wonder, what is Robin’s mindset as an analyst? Robin explains how he developed his interest and skill as an analyst, slowly building skill, sharpening his ability with language, and consciously deciding to go back to the roots of martial arts in his analysis rather than approaching the work as a television announcer typically would. He is an art curator of violence, so to speak, and is committed to “nutrient rich” commentary.
Moving forward in the conversation, Ron and Chris wonder about what advice Robin would offer to the “little guy.” Using the example of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Robin explains the value of knowing more, having more knowledge, being able to change, and being confident. Such strengths help the apparent underdog in both fighting and cyber security. Much like they considered unhackability with previous guests, Ron and Chris also raise the notion of an unbeatable fighter, and Robin details the reasons why such a fighter is a myth. Listeners will learn about such things as the cracks and flaws in fighting (which are located in the root of fighting - within belief systems), the workings and danger of muscle memory, how Robin dissects fighters, and how Robin thinks about cyber security!
1:45 - This special episode features Robin Black!
3:19 - The conversation first turns to Robin’s background and what he’s doing today.
5:31 - What is Robin’s mindset as an analyst?
11:21 - Ron and Chris wonder what advice Robin would give to the “little guy.”
14:02 - Is there such a thing as an unbeatable fighter?
17:17 - The episode turns to the flaws and cracks within fighting.
20:54 - What is the component of muscle memory, and what role does it play?
24:31 - Ron and Chris want to know how Robin dissects fighters.
33:24 - Does Robin have any questions about cyber security?
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Monday Nov 02, 2020
Monday Nov 02, 2020
In this episode, our guest is Kiersten Todd, a cybersecurity innovator for small and medium sized businesses. Kiersten is also behind creating the legislation for Department of Homeland security. There are very few subjects that Kiersten doesn't have experience on in cybersecurity. She's also the managing director of the cyber readiness Institute. Chris and Ron had a great time speaking to Kiersten and she comes with a wealth of knowledge.
Email: ktodt@cyberreadinessinstitute.org
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Wednesday Oct 28, 2020
Wednesday Oct 28, 2020
In this one-of-a-kind episode of the Hacker Valley Studio podcast, hosts Ron and Chris interview two amazing founders who are disrupting the industry and bringing in unique perspectives. They are Corey White and Craig Goodwin, the founders of Cyvatar, a cybersecurity-as-a-service startup. The conversation centers on the business itself, Corey and Craig’s journey as founders, and more!
The conversation starts with Craig and Corey sharing a bit about their respective backgrounds. Craig has been a CISO for about 20 years, having moved into that line of work after spending the previous years working for the government of the UK and in security services. Corey has been in his current industry for about 25 years, and he details his work with companies such as Foundstone and Cylance that eventually led him to his present work. Craig and Corey share an entrepreneurial spirit that they’ve each had since childhood, but they have complementary backgrounds that help them to work well together, with Corey approaching the company from an industry perspective, and Craig from a CISO perspective.
Corey and Craig talk with their hosts about Cyvatar. They share about their first seed round, the gaining of their first customers, and their aim to be cyber avatars for their customers - putting customer needs first and taking a background role to make the customers look good. Further, Corey and Craig discuss the way they navigate dynamics of team synergy and collaboration when they live on different sides of the world, address their decision to include services with their startup, explain their slogan and the terminology they’ve developed, and finally share lessons they’ve learned from their journey.
0:56 - This is a one-of-a-kind episode!
2:05 - The conversation turns to Corey and Craig’s respective backgrounds.
5:18 - What is the background of the company?
8:45 - The focus shifts to Craig and Corey’s complementary skills.
13:19 - How did Corey and Craig realize they had an entrepreneurial spirit?
17:06 - A team needs synergy and collaboration.
20:40 - Corey and Craig decided to include services with their startup.
24:57 - The two founders introduced new technology.
27:21 - Corey and Craig are asked about lessons they’ve learned.
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Email Corey at corey@cyvatar.ai
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Learn about Cyvatar’s recent seed round and press release.
Thursday Oct 22, 2020
Thursday Oct 22, 2020
The Daniel Initiative was kind enough to involve us in a special event for CyberWeek. We produced a live podcast session called "Our Space". Ron and Chris, from the award-winning podcast Hacker Valley Studio, interviewed Congresswoman Yvette Clarke (NY-9th) and Laura Cathcart Robbins from "The Only One in the Room Podcast".
Both interviews focused on representation, people of color in technology leadership, and occupying our place in society.
Congresswoman Yvette Clarke's Social
https://www.instagram.com/repyvetteclarke/
https://twitter.com/VoteYvette
https://www.linkedin.com/in/yvette-clarke-9b3aa810/
Laura Robbins' Social
https://theonlyonepod.com/
https://www.instagram.com/lauracathcartrobbins/
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Wednesday Oct 21, 2020
Wednesday Oct 21, 2020
In this special 100th episode we dip into the Hacker Valley Studio vault to bring you never before heard content from some brilliant experts in their field. We will be releasing these episodes in their entirety on our Patreon page down below.
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