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KBKAST

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Cybersecurity
Ransomware
Artificial Intelligence
Risk Management
Quantum Computing
Australia
Cyber Security
Compliance
Netapp
Cyber Resilience
Data Protection
Critical Infrastructure
Small and Medium-Sized Businesses (smbs)
Post-Quantum Cryptography
Election Security
Cloud Security
Data Breaches
Agentic AI
Data Governance
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Unlike every other security podcast, we don’t get stuck down in the technical weeds. Our remit is to speak with experts around the globe at the strategic level – how security technology can improve the experience and risk optimisation for every organisation. The Voice of Cyber® - In Partnership with Vanta

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KB is on the ground at SAP Sapphire 2026 in Orlando, where AI has moved beyond experimentation and into the center of enterprise decision making. In this KB On The Go episode, Maura Hameroff (CMO, Cloud ERP Private and RISE with SAP) makes the case t... more

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In this episode, Anna Wheeler, CEO of SSAW LLC, joins KB as she explains why so many cyber teams are stuck in event-driven strategy while calling it the real thing, why the doers can’t climb out of it because their KPIs won’t let them, and why vision... more

Recorded at Cisco Live 2026 in Las Vegas, where 20,000 operators, engineers and executives gathered at Mandalay Bay to shape the future of networking, AI and cybersecurity. KB sits down with two Cisco leaders confronting the problems AI is creating a... more

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John leads customer success, presales, and professional services across APAC at Workato and serves as Field CTO for the region. With more than twenty-five years of experience, including roles at Oracle and TIBCO and as co-founder of Rubicon Red, he f... more

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Recent Guests

Tom Gillis
SDP and General Manager Infrastructure and Security Group at Cisco
Cisco
Episode: From Cisco Live 2026 Las Vegas – KB On The Go | AI-Speed Attacks and the Race to Quantum-Safe
Ramana Kompella
Head of Cisco Research and Cisco Fellow
Cisco
Episode: From Cisco Live 2026 Las Vegas – KB On The Go | AI-Speed Attacks and the Race to Quantum-Safe
John Deeb
Field CTO for APAC at Workato
Workato
Episode: Episode 375 Deep Dive: John Deeb | Governance Theater - Why Your AI Policy Is Really Just a Set of Documents
Chris Krebs
Former director of CISA, cyber policy expert
Krebs Group
Episode: From Atmos SPHERE 2026 – KB On The Go | Global Instability, Vendor Accountability, and Why the Energy Sector Is Already Ahead
Tom Huth
Specialist Energy Market Cyber Incident Coordination
Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO)
Episode: From Atmos SPHERE 2026 – KB On The Go | Global Instability, Vendor Accountability, and Why the Energy Sector Is Already Ahead
Ryan McLaren
Co-Founder, Chief Operating Officer
Retrospect Labs
Episode: From Atmos SPHERE 2026 – KB On The Go | Global Instability, Vendor Accountability, and Why the Energy Sector Is Already Ahead
Marielle Ehrmann
Chief Security Compliance and Risk Officer at SAP
SAP
Episode: From SAP Sapphire - KB On The Go | AI Theater vs the Real Thing
Martin Merz
President, Sovereign Cloud at SAP
SAP
Episode: From SAP Sapphire - KB On The Go | AI Theater vs the Real Thing
Mark Jones
Co-founder and deployed engineer at MosaicalAI
MosaicalAI
Episode: Episode 374 Deep Dive: Mark Jones | The Department of No Is Over - Why Cyber Has to Lead AI Adoption

Hosts

Carissa Breen
Host with multiple attributions across KBKAST / KB on the Go programs; senior figure in security media production.
Karissa Krysta
Host contributing to KB on the Go and KBKAST episodes; appears across several show formats.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • Candid conversations that demystify technology without the jargon

    Karissa skillfully offers a refreshing reminder that the most meaningful tech conversations aren’t about the code – they’re about the people shaping the future. KB guides discussions with Executive level technology experts around the world who share their thoughts on leadership, innovation, risk, trust and most importantly, their experiences and real-world impacts. No posturing, no soundbites. Listeners come away with perspective, not just information.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LisaRee
    United States3 months ago
  • Professional

    KB appreciates the podcast process like a fine art has put in exceptional effort to ensure the experience is smooth from the very first engagement right through to the publishing of the podcast episodes. The professionalism is unparalleled.

    The podcast episodes are also highly professional and direct. Cutting through corporate jargon and asking the questions which informatively dissect the implementation of cybersecurity across organisations, giving the audience clear insight and inspiration t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Christina Arcane
    Australia2 years ago
  • Good executive insights

    Conversations aren’t too in the weeds. A good view of cyber through the lens of business enablement and risk management.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ben.Lord
    United States2 years ago
  • Highly engaging, with an incredible array of guests. I thoroughly enjoy hearing about the current trends and insights from experts in our industry.

    Podchaser
    5
    cmchugh
    3 years ago
  • Great podcast with lots of detail. Thought-provoking topics of discussion with phenomenal expertise.

    Podchaser
    5
    buchanwe
    3 years ago

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The host maintains a professional, concise interview style that dissects strategy over jargon.
Reviews highlight the show's depth, relevance, and approachable delivery for non-technical audiences.
Guests are portrayed as high-caliber security leaders with practical, business-focused insights.

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From SAP Sapphire - KB On The Go | AI Theater vs the Real Thing
Q: How do you define the difference between responsible AI adoption and AI theater?
Responsible AI adoption can be demonstrated by clear visibility into where AI is used, what data it touches, who validates outputs, and established policies and monitoring; AI theater focuses on glossy rhetoric with little risk ownership.
From SAP Sapphire - KB On The Go | AI Theater vs the Real Thing
Q: What are boards asking today that wasn't discussed a year ago?
They're asking about AI risk exposure, data usage, governance ownership, and how to enable responsible AI at scale rather than just productivity gains.
From SAP Sapphire - KB On The Go | AI Theater vs the Real Thing
Q: Are boards now more concerned about governance than innovation when it comes to deploying AI?
Boards still want innovation but now prioritize deploying AI responsibly, aiming to avoid negative publicity and regulatory issues while maintaining competitive edge.
Episode 375 Deep Dive: John Deeb | Governance Theater - Why Your AI Policy Is Really Just a Set of Documents
Q: How should organizations balance AI-driven actions with deterministic processing to manage costs?
Use a hybrid approach where critical decision-making is AI-assisted but core, repetitive actions are deterministic through the integration layer; this reduces token usage while maintaining control and traceability.
Episode 375 Deep Dive: John Deeb | Governance Theater - Why Your AI Policy Is Really Just a Set of Documents
Q: What is the biggest risk when moving from proof of concept to production with AI agents?
The biggest risk is losing control over governance, security, and observability; without a central control plane, you can't monitor, audit, or enforce permissions as agents operate across many systems, which can lead to unsafe or unauthorized actions.

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Frequently Asked Questions About KBKAST

What is KBKAST about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This series focuses on strategic cybersecurity leadership, governance, and risk optimization for organizations. Episodes feature high-level conversations with security leaders, policymakers, and tech executives about how security technology and data governance can enable safer, more resilient enterprises. Topics span AI-enabled security, threat intelligence, incident response, data sovereignty, and the interplay between privacy regulations and practical security architectures. Unique strengths include a clear emphasis on leadership, human factors, and real-world business impact, with guest perspectives from global vendors, defense, and enterprise IT. The show tends to blend pragmatic frameworks with industry trends, offering actionable take... more

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4. Chris Krebs
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8. Martin Merz

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