

The ITSPmagazine Podcast
ITSPmagazine, Sean Martin, Marco Ciappelli
Founded in 2015, ITSPmagazine began as a vision for a publication positioned at the critical intersection of technology, cybersecurity, and society. What started as a written publication has evolved into a comprehensive repository for all their content—podcasts, articles, event coverage, interviews, videos, panels, and everything they create.
This is where Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli talk about cybersecurity, technology, society, music, storytelling, branding, conference coverage, and whatever else catches their attention. Over a decade of conversations exploring how these worlds collide, influence each other, and shape the human experience.
This is where you'll find it all.
This is where Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli talk about cybersecurity, technology, society, music, storytelling, branding, conference coverage, and whatever else catches their attention. Over a decade of conversations exploring how these worlds collide, influence each other, and shape the human experience.
This is where you'll find it all.
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Mar 17, 2023 • 37min
Exploring Cybersecurity and Virtual Friendships with Ed Miro | The Hacker Factory Podcast With Phillip Wylie
Guest: Ed Miro, S2 Technical Trainer at Arctic Wolf [@AWNetworks]On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/theedmiroshow/On YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@theedmiroshowHost: Phillip WylieOn ITSPmagazine 👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/phillip-wylie______________________Episode SponsorsAre you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel?👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/sponsor-the-itspmagazine-podcast-network______________________Episode IntroductionIn this episode of the Hacker Factory Podcast, host Phil welcomes his friend and cybersecurity expert Ed Miro to the show. Ed is passionate about mentoring, education, and speaking at conferences to help others get started in cybersecurity. Phil and Ed talk about the benefits of virtual friendships and how the pandemic has provided opportunities for virtual speaking and sharing of content. They also discuss the upcoming Pancakes Con four, which will be entirely virtual, and recommend people to check it out. Ed shares his experience of giving a talk at Pancakes Con and how he themed it on Jurassic Park, which made it his favorite talk ever.______________________Resources ______________________For more podcast stories from The Hacker Factory with Phillip Wylie, visit: https://www.itspmagazine.com/the-hacker-factory-podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 16, 2023 • 54min
Book | Through the Glass Ceiling to the Stars: The Story of the First American Woman to Command a Space Mission | A Conversation With Astronaut Eileen Collins | Redefining Society Podcast with Marco Ciappelli
Guest: Col. Eileen M. Collins USAF (Retired)Retired NASA astronaut and United States Air Force (USAF) colonel. A former flight instructor and test pilot, Collins was the first woman to pilot the Space Shuttle and the first to command a Space Shuttle mission.On Linkedin | https://www.linkedin.com/in/eileen-collins-8a582351/Host: Marco Ciappelli, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining Society PodcastOn ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/marco-ciappelli_____________________________This Episode’s SponsorsBugcrowd 👉 https://itspm.ag/itspbgcwebBlackCloak 👉 https://itspm.ag/itspbcweb_____________________________Episode Introduction"The podcast episode is introducing Eileen Collins, the first woman to command a space shuttle mission, and discussing her book, which is aimed at inspiring young people to pursue careers in STEM and the military. The episode highlights Collins' background and the process of writing the book, as well as the importance of parental and educational influence in shaping a person's goals and aspirations."Welcome to the Redefining Society podcast, where we bring you inspiring stories of people who have made a positive impact in society. In this episode, we have the honor of having astronaut Eileen Collins as our guest. Eileen Collins was the first woman to command a space shuttle mission and has contributed significantly to space exploration. The episode is split into two parts, and this is part one, where we will dive into her book and her life journey.Host Marco Ciappelli begins by introducing Eileen and thanking Charlie Camarda for making the podcast possible. He describes Eileen's accomplishments as crucial to humanity and space exploration, and invites listeners to look her up if they don't already know her. Eileen then shares her life story, growing up in a lower-middle-class family in upstate New York and being encouraged by her parents to pursue her dreams. She discusses how she joined the Air Force, became an Air Force Test Pilot, an astronaut, and flew four times in space. She is now an author and has written a book to inspire young people to pursue STEM degrees and military careers.The book is set to be released in March 2023, and Eileen shares that it was written to inspire young people. She tells listeners that she wrote the majority of the book, which Jonathan Ward, her co-author, helped refine. Eileen shares that she has an extensive collection of notes from her life and work, which she used to write the book.Host Marco Ciappelli mentions that the book is emotional and technical, with Eileen sharing details about what went wrong and how many people work on a project. Eileen explains that she has a tremendous amount of notes from her life, including checklists, and logbooks of every flight she has flown. She credits her long-term memory for being able to remember so much from her life, including the day she decided she wanted to be an astronaut, which was when she was in Mrs. Whitmarsh's fourth-grade class.Eileen shares that her parents took her and her siblings to the library on Saturdays, and her father took them to the airport in the summer to watch airplanes take off and land. She credits parents and teachers everywhere, emphasizing that you never know which incident will have a lasting impact on a child.The episode is a captivating conversation that inspires listeners to pursue their dreams and strive to make a positive impact on society. The Redefining Society podcast is a platform for individuals to share their stories, and listeners are encouraged to subscribe to the podcast and YouTube channel.About the bookThe long-awaited memoir of a trailblazer and role model who is telling her story for the first time.Eileen Collins was an aviation pioneer her entire career, from her crowning achievements as the first woman to command an American space mission as well as the first to pilot the space shuttle to her early years as one of the Air Force’s first female pilots. She was in the first class of women to earn pilot’s wings at Vance Air Force Base and was their first female instructor pilot. She was only the second woman admitted to the Air Force’s elite Test Pilot Program at Edwards Air Force Base. NASA had such confidence in her skills as a leader and pilot that she was entrusted to command the first shuttle mission after the Columbia disaster, returning the US to spaceflight after a two-year hiatus. Since retiring from the Air Force and NASA, she has served on numerous corporate boards and is an inspirational speaker about space exploration and leadership.Eileen Collins is among the most recognized and admired women in the world, yet this is the first time she has told her story in a book. It is a story not only of achievement and overcoming obstacles but of profound personal transformation. The shy, quiet child of an alcoholic father and struggling single mother, who grew up in modest circumstances and was an unremarkable student, she had few prospects when she graduated from high school, but she changed her life to pursue her secret dream of becoming an astronaut. She shares her leadership and life lessons throughout the book with the aim of inspiring and passing on her legacy to a new generation. _____________________________ResourcesThe book: https://www.amazon.com/Through-Glass-Ceiling-Stars-American/dp/1950994058____________________________To see and hear more Redefining Society stories on ITSPmagazine, visit:https://www.itspmagazine.com/redefining-society-podcastWatch the webcast version on-demand on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnYu0psdcllTUoWMGGQHlGVZA575VtGr9Are you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel?👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/advertise-on-itspmagazine-podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 15, 2023 • 1h 4min
Owning your Place in a Foreign Land | A Conversation with CMU Graduate, Harini Ramprasad | Off the Record with Saman — Student Abroad Podcast
Guest: Harini Ramprasad, Product Security Engineer at Salesforce, Inc. [@salesforce]On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/harini-ramprasad/On Twitter | https://twitter.com/harinir_On YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@Harini.R________________________________Host: Saman FatimaOn ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/saman-fatima________________________________This Episode’s Sponsors Are you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel?👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/sponsor-the-itspmagazine-podcast-network________________________________Episode DescriptionAre you from India? Wishing to come to the USA for your studies? Is your dream university Carnegie Mellon University? If yes, grab a pen, paper, and water, and you are all good to know everything. From researching the dream university to getting selected and beating the elephant in the room (i.e. the VISA process) to settling up — you need to know EVERYTHING because, at the end of the day, it is a foreign land with a lot of newness, loneliness, and self-dependency.________________________________ResourcesJoin the BBWIC Foundation Community: https://www.bbwic.com/________________________________For more podcast stories from Off The Record With Saman: https://www.itspmagazine.com/off-the-record-with-saman-student-abroad-podcastWatch the video version on-demand on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0954PDs3hFI&list=PLnYu0psdcllS96iavkI5nQsErJ3795ow6 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 15, 2023 • 33min
Reinventing Cybersecurity Awareness and Marketing with Movies and TV | Cy Beat Podcast With Deb Radcliff
Guests:Alissa Knight, Hacker-turned-producer and founder of Knight Studios [@knightinkmedia]On LinkedIn | https://linkedin.com/in/alissaknightOn Twitter | https://twitter.com/knightinkmediaOn Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/knightalissaOn YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCejZj1i5m_UlwPqu_7IqBwQShannon Wilkinson, CEO and Founder of Tego Cyber, women in technology and STEM advocate, and formerly with the United Nations [@tegocyber]On Twitter | https://twitter.com/SWilkinsonCyberOn LinkedIn | https://linkedin.com/in/swilkinsoncyber____________________________Host: Deb RadcliffOn ITSPmagazine 👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/deb-radcliff____________________________This Episode’s Sponsors Are you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel?👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/sponsor-the-itspmagazine-podcast-network____________________________Episode DescriptionWe’re all familiar with sponsored whitepapers, webcasts and podcasts, but what about sponsoring movies, tv shows or digital streaming shows telling the story of fighting cybercriminals?On the heels of KnightTV’s release of the Dark Ops streaming video series, we look at a new way of telling cyber stories while also marketing cybersecurity. The series is based on true cases, starting with an FBI cyber unit taking down bad guys trying to steal critical national secrets from the U.S. and enlisting insiders to do their dirty work. It also includes special effects like explosions, and features one of our speakers, Alissa Knight, in the opening scene. In this show, we learn how these episodes were developed, produced, and sponsored, and how these shows are bringing awareness of security products around the globe.____________________________Resources ____________________________To see and hear more of the Cy Beat Podcast with Deb Radcliff content on ITSPmagazine, visit:https://www.itspmagazine.com/cy-beat-podcast-with-deb-radcliffAre you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel?👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/sponsor-the-itspmagazine-podcast-network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 15, 2023 • 51min
Unleashing the Power of Innovation: Inside the Mentor Project's Innovation Lab | The Mentor Project Podcast | Hosts: Dr. Susan Birne-Stone and Marco Ciappelli | Guests: Lily Osman, Bill Cheswick, and Bob Cousins.
Guests: Lily Osman, William (Bill) Cheswick, and Bob Cousins.The Mentor Project: https://mentorproject.org_____________________________Hosts:Dr. Susan Birne-Stone Ph.D., Host of The Mentor Project Podcast | Host of Perspectives | Systems Psychotherapist, International Coach, Talk Show Host & Producer, Professor | Mentor at the Mentor ProjectOn ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/dr-susan-birne-stoneMarco Ciappelli, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine, Host of Redefining Society Podcast, and other shows on ITSPmagazineOn ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/marco-ciappelli_____________________________This Episode’s SponsorsAre you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel?👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/sponsor-the-itspmagazine-podcast-network_____________________________Episode Introduction"Discover the incredible world of the Mentor Project's Innovation Lab, where mentors and mentees collaborate to bring innovative ideas to life and transform the future."Welcome to another fantastic episode of The Mentor Project podcast! Today, we have a thrilling discussion planned with the brilliant minds behind the Innovation Lab, a special project designed to foster creativity and bring together inventors, entrepreneurs, and innovators. Trust us, you won't want to miss this episode, so be sure to share it with your friends and subscribe to the show!In this episode, we'll be diving deep into the fascinating world of the Innovation Lab and discovering how this incredible community of mentors and mentees work together to bring ideas to life. We'll be joined by Bob Cousins, Lily Osman, and William Cheswick – a truly remarkable lineup of innovators with impressive backgrounds, experiences, and achievements.From the creation of safe spaces for innovation to the exciting and diverse goals of each member, this episode will give you an inside look into the world of the Innovation Lab. You'll hear firsthand how these passionate individuals are empowering the next generation of inventors and entrepreneurs to create, innovate, and change the world.Lily Osman, a young entrepreneur running a cookware company, shares how the Mentor Project has transformed her business and the importance of creating a supportive community for innovators. Meanwhile, Bob Cousins and William Cheswick – both boasting an impressive number of patents – discuss their hopes and expectations for the Innovation Lab, as well as their experiences mentoring bright and eager minds.This insightful conversation will touch on the need for safe spaces, the importance of collaboration and community, and the incredible impact of mentorship on the lives of young innovators. You'll hear captivating stories about the birth of new ideas, the growth of businesses, and the potential of the Innovation Lab to change the world.So, what are you waiting for? Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to hear from some of the most inspiring minds in innovation. Share this episode with your friends, family, and colleagues, and make sure you subscribe to the show to stay updated on all the latest episodes of The Mentor Project podcast. It's time to unleash your creativity, embrace innovation, and join the journey of these extraordinary individuals. Welcome to the world of the Innovation Lab – let the adventure begin!Watch the webcast version on-demand on YouTube:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnYu0psdcllQSyw1kVnIvnQh_DzpPSPDm_____________________________ResourcesLearn More About The Mentor Project: https://mentorproject.org_____________________________For more podcast stories from The Mentor Project: https://www.itspmagazine.com/the-mentor-project-podcastAre you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel?👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/sponsor-the-itspmagazine-podcast-network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 12, 2023 • 44min
Book | Happy Money: The Japanese Art of Making Peace with Your Money | A Conversation with Author Ken Honda | The Perspectives Podcast With Dr. Susan Birne-Stone and Marco Ciappelli
GuestKen Honda, AuthorOn Twitter | https://twitter.com/KenHondaHappyOn Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/kenhondahappymoney/Website | https://kenhonda.com/HostsDr. Susan Byrne Stone, Therapist, Coach, Professor, Consultant, Talk Show Producer & Host and MentorOn ITSPmagazine | https://itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/dr-susan-birne-stoneMarco Ciappelli, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining Society PodcastOn ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/marco-ciappelli____________________________This Episode’s SponsorsAre you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel?👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/sponsor-the-itspmagazine-podcast-network___________________________Episode Introduction"The Perspectives podcast is a new show on ITSPmagazine, co-hosted by Marco Ciappelli and Dr. Susan Birne-Stone. The first episode features Ken Honda, the author of "Happy Money," who discusses the different perspectives of happy money and the importance of having a positive relationship with money."Welcome to the first episode of the Perspectives podcast, hosted by Marco Ciappelli and Dr. Susan Birne-Stone. In this episode, they invite special guest Ken Honda to discuss the different perspectives of his new book Happy Money. The show takes a closer look at the various aspects of our lives, including technology, cybersecurity, relationships, personal experiences, books, life hacking, personal development, sociology, and psychology.Ken Honda is an entrepreneur and author whose passion for writing began after his retirement at the age of 29. He is known for his books on happy money, a concept that involves giving and receiving freely, and he has sold over 9 million copies of his books globally. In this episode, Ken shares his inspiring journey of self-publishing and how he gave away 2.3 million copies of his gift booklets for free, costing him around 2.5 to 3 million US dollars. His story is a testament to the principle of free giving and free receiving, which he believes is a universal law that works.Ken also emphasizes the importance of our relationship with money, which he believes touches every aspect of our lives, including our relationships with family, work, and our peace of mind. He asserts that having a positive relationship with money can transform our lives and lead to happiness and financial stability. Ken shares his approach to happy money and how it has helped millions of people worldwide.Listeners are invited to tune in to this exciting first episode and join the discussion on the perspectives of happy money. The hosts encourage listeners to share their thoughts and subscribe to the Perspectives podcast for more insightful conversations about various aspects of life.About the book:Ken Honda—Japan’s #1 bestselling personal development guru—teaches you how to achieve peace of mind when it comes to money with this instant national bestseller. Too often, money is a source of fear, stress, and anger, often breaking apart relationships and even ruining lives. We like to think money is just a number or a piece of paper, but it is so much more than that. Money has the ability to smile, it changes when it is given with a certain feeling, and the energy with which it imbues us impacts not only ourselves, but others as well.Although Ken Honda is often called a “money guru,” his real job over the past decade has been to help others discover the tools they already possess to heal their own lives and relationships with money. Learn how to treat money as a welcome guest, allowing it to come and go with respect and without resentment; understand and improve your money EQ; unpack the myth of scarcity; and embrace the process of giving money, not just receiving it.This book isn’t to fix you, because as Ken Honda says, you’re already okay!____________________________ResourcesBook: Happy Money: The Japanese Art of Making Peace with Your Money: https://www.amazon.com/Happy-Money-Japanese-Making-Peace/dp/1501188372____________________________To see and hear more The Perspectives Podcast content on ITSPmagazine, visit:https://www.itspmagazine.com/perspectives-podcastWatch the video version on-demand on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnYu0psdcllTkgK7HdPLCEtb-uEXkPfGM Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 11, 2023 • 29min
The Coming Age of Exoplanet Study with Caroline Piaulet | Stories From Space Podcast With Matthew S Williams
Guest | Caroline Piaulet, Ph.D. Student, Trottier Institute for Research on Exoplanets (iREx) [@iExoplanets]On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/caroline-piaulet/On Twitter | https://twitter.com/TSIMcGillOn Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/carolinePhy_____________________________Host | Matthew S WilliamsOn ITSPmagazine 👉 https://itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/matthew-s-williams______________________This Episode’s SponsorsAre you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel?👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/sponsor-the-itspmagazine-podcast-network______________________Episode DescriptionThis week, my guest was Caroline Piaulet, an exoplanet researcher with the Trottier Institute for Science and Public Policy at McGill University (Montreal). We discuss the coming era of exoplanet studies, her pioneering research with machine learning, and her education and mentorship efforts.______________________ResourcesTrottier Institute for Research on Exoplanets (iREx): https://exoplanetes.umontreal.ca/en/team-member/caroline-piaulet/Initiasciences (website): https://initiasciences.ca/en/caroline-piaulet/#______________________For more podcast Stories from Space with Matthew S Williams, visit: https://itspmagazine.com/stories-from-space-podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 10, 2023 • 32min
Understanding what a Research Culture Is | A Conversation with Dr. Michael P. Nemeth | Part II: How to fix NASA | Leading Edge Discovery Podcast with Astronaut Charlie Camarda Ph.D
Guest: Dr. Michael Nemeth, Senior Research Engineer, NASA [@NASA] Langley Research Center [@NASA_Langley], Ret.______________________Host: Charlie Camarda Ph.DOn ITSPmagazine 👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/dr-charlie-camarda______________________Episode SponsorsAre you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel?👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/sponsor-the-itspmagazine-podcast-network______________________Episode IntroductionIn Part II of his podcast, Dr. Michael P Nemeth discusses why he chose to leave NASA during its drift away from the science-based research culture he so loved. He also shares his message to upper management before he left which included his thoughts on how to fix NASA.______________________Resources______________________For more podcast stories from the Leading Edge Podcast with Charlie Camarda, visit: https://itspmagazine.com/leading-edge-discovery-podcastWatch the webcast version on-demand on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnYu0psdcllQZ9kSG7X7grrP_PsH3q3T3 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 10, 2023 • 34min
Geek Squad Double Agent Turned OSINT Expert | A Conversation with Rick Medina | The Hacker Factory Podcast With Phillip Wylie
Guest: Rick Medina, Lead Solutions Consultant at ZeroFox [@ZeroFox]On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/ricardomedinajr/On Twitter | https://twitter.com/medinacybersecHost: Phillip WylieOn ITSPmagazine 👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/phillip-wylie______________________Episode SponsorsAre you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel?👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/sponsor-the-itspmagazine-podcast-network______________________Episode IntroductionRick Medina shares his passion for mentoring in cybersecurity and his background and love for open source intelligence. Rick Medina, also known as Funky Cold, facilitates and co-hosts DC940 meetings (formerly Pwn School) in Denton, TX, and mentors cybersecurity enthusiasts. His interest in computers and technology began when his father taught him about cash registers and circuit boards. He worked his way up from desktop support to network administrator, kindling an interest in cybersecurity and ethical hacking. Rick focuses on OSINT and helping guide others interested in cybersecurity.______________________Resources ______________________For more podcast stories from The Hacker Factory with Phillip Wylie, visit: https://www.itspmagazine.com/the-hacker-factory-podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 10, 2023 • 40min
Why cybersecurity threats on schools have become more frequent in the past five years? | A Conversation With David Waugh | Redefining Society Podcast with Marco Ciappelli
Guest: David Waugh, VP and CRO at ManagedMethods [@managedmethods]On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidmwaugh/Host: Marco Ciappelli, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining Society PodcastOn ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/marco-ciappelli_____________________________This Episode’s SponsorsBugcrowd 👉 https://itspm.ag/itspbgcwebBlackCloak 👉 https://itspm.ag/itspbcweb_____________________________Episode Introduction"This Redefining Society Episode podcast explores the impact of cybersecurity threats on schools which have become more frequent in the past five years, mostly because they are understaffed and underfunded when it comes to cybersecurity, making them an easy target for hackers."In this episode of Redefining Society, the conversation centers around how cybersecurity is affecting education and schools. The podcast starts with an introduction by Marco Ciappelli, who sets the stage for the conversation about how technology is affecting society, and specifically, education. He highlights how cultural changes are driving technological changes, and how education is an important part of our society. David Waugh, the Chief Revenue Officer of Managed Methods, a cybersecurity company dedicated to K-12 educational organizations, then introduces himself and why he is passionate about the topic. David discusses how schools are under threat from cyber attacks, which have become more frequent in the past five years. He explains that schools are a target because of the sensitive personal information of students and staff that can be stolen and sold on the dark web. In addition, schools are understaffed and underfunded when it comes to cybersecurity, making them an easy target for hackers.Marco and David discuss the K-12 Cybersecurity Act of 2021, which was passed by the US Congress, and how the cybersecurity insurance industry has started to crack down on schools that are not taking basic measures to safeguard themselves. David highlights how the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has published a guide on partnering to safeguard K-12 organizations in the US, which provides guidelines for schools to follow to protect themselves.The podcast ends with a discussion on what needs to be done to safeguard schools against cyber attacks. David stresses the importance of education and awareness in cybersecurity, as well as having a solid cybersecurity plan in place. The conversation ends with a call to action for schools to take cybersecurity seriously and to take the necessary steps to protect themselves from cyber threats.Listen to the full conversation to learn more about the topic and be sure to share this episode and subscribe to Redefining Society Podcast for more on this subject and the many other ways that technology is affecting our modern societies. Knowledge is power, now more than ever! _____________________________Resources____________________________To see and hear more Redefining Society stories on ITSPmagazine, visit:https://www.itspmagazine.com/redefining-society-podcastWatch the webcast version on-demand on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnYu0psdcllTUoWMGGQHlGVZA575VtGr9Are you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel?👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/advertise-on-itspmagazine-podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


