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The Cyber Ranch Podcast

Allan Alford
Cybersecurity
CISO
Risk Management
Artificial Intelligence
Black Hat USA
Risk Assessment
Insider Threats
Commercial Software
SABSA
Application Security Posture Management
Community Building
Software Supply Chain Risk
Vendor Relationships
Security Architecture
Philosophy Of Security
Boardroom Dynamics
Personal Branding
Data Analytics
Governance
Secdataops

Ride the cyber trails with two CISOs (Allan Alford and Drew Simonis) and a diverse group of friends and experts who bring a human perspective to cybersecurity.

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Every trail ride ends at the, well, end of the trail.

This is the end of the trail for The Cyber Ranch Podcast.

Drew and Allan offer final parting thoughts and conduct brief interviews with 3 folks whose presence was vital to the show:  Chris Cochr... more

Howdy, y’all, and welcome to The Cyber Ranch Podcast.  Today we tackle WHY? 

Why do we have this show?  Why do we ask the questions we ask and host the guests we host?  Why does any of this matter?

More importantly, WHY do we all keep doing the sa... more

We have all had a vague sense that our world is being manipulated, informed and fed by various conscious manipulation tactics - influence on political campaigns on social media, culture wars, class wars, etc.  But we can glean out the facts and figur... more

Howdy, y’all, and welcome to The Cyber Ranch Podcast!  That’s Jon Green, an experienced CISO but also an experienced CTO.  Jon is currently the CSO and CTO at HPE’s Aruba.  He’s also a DefCon goon and a Team8 Villager.  He’s done the marketing engine... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Cochran
Former CEO of Hacker Valley Media
Hacker Valley Media
Episode: That's All, Folks, and THANK YOU!
Ronald Eddings
Current CEO of Hacker Valley Media
Hacker Valley Media
Episode: That's All, Folks, and THANK YOU!
Rich Salim
Editor of The Cyber Ranch Podcast
Episode: That's All, Folks, and THANK YOU!
Joe Stradinger
Founder and CEO at EdgeTheory focusing on leveraging conversations and narrative impact.
EdgeTheory
Episode: Narrative Intelligence with Joe Stradinger
Thomas Krane
Managing Director at Insight Partners
Insight Partners
Episode: Industry Introspective with Thomas Krane
Ruben Hara
Information security manager with 25 years of IT experience
Confidential
Episode: Hybrid Identity Protection - Amazing Interviews with Many Guests
Dr. Azuradie
Researcher at Microsoft
Microsoft
Episode: Hybrid Identity Protection - Amazing Interviews with Many Guests
Hampton Mills
Principal Solution Architect at an identity company
Confidential
Episode: Hybrid Identity Protection - Amazing Interviews with Many Guests
Johnny Bruster
CISO for Alchemy Technology Group
Alchemy Technology Group
Episode: Hybrid Identity Protection - Amazing Interviews with Many Guests

Hosts

Allan Alford
Host and cybersecurity expert with extensive experience in leadership and consulting in the cybersecurity realm.
Drew Simonis
Co-host and cybersecurity professional, providing insights alongside Allan Alford.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 63 ratings
  • Top notch podcast

    Allan is a fantastic podcast host. He brings a lot of value in his experience alone. Yet, he is rarely alone. He brings so many other experts to the podcast who expand or compliment him which always leads to a great episode.

    I truly believe I have learned something new on each episode that I have listened to, even the ones I wasn’t sure how relevant they’d be.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NotMeEither
    United States3 years ago
  • Enjoy the conversations!

    It’s an experience when you listen to Allan have heart to heart security based conversations with other security leaders in the industry. Not everyone in the show are like minded, which is great because it brings different perspectives.

    Another really great point is that if you are in the DFW area attending a local conference, walk up and introduce yourself to the man with cowboy hat - it will never disappoint! He has made a point to always say hi when I see him, and even taken a load off to ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bpf-Dallas
    United States4 years ago
  • How D

    Great job Allan! Love the work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tiggitytito
    United States5 years ago
  • Allan is a star in the lonely star

    Allan is a star keeping the Texan in security 😂 great show great insight and great pace

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fracipo
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Allan is the perfect learning leader!

    Allan is a brilliant leader with a humble mentality that pushes him to learn more. Love the podcast and the laid back style!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chris Hacker Valley Studio
    United States5 years ago

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The hosts, particularly Allan Alford, are recognized for their charismatic and approachable styles, enhancing audience connection.
Engaging and relatable discussions are highlighted, especially regarding complex cybersecurity issues.
Listeners appreciate the wealth of knowledge and insights shared by knowledgeable experts.

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#182
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Industry Introspective with Thomas Krane
Q: What are the things a VC is looking for?
VCs focus on innovation and aligning with customer demands, primarily relying on early-stage companies to drive new solutions in the cybersecurity space.
Hybrid Identity Protection - Amazing Interviews with Many Guests
Q: Why does identity matter?
Identity is central to everything in cybersecurity, as it defines access and privileges across systems.
The Negatives of Cybersecurity LIVE! at CISO XC with Dani Woolf and Guests
Q: If you could scream into the void or vent about security, what would it be?
We need to stop ingratiating ourselves to vendors personally and focus on a company-first approach.
The Negatives of Cybersecurity LIVE! at CISO XC with Dani Woolf and Guests
Q: What is one thing that you would scream into the void if you could?
Companies are afraid to spend money on cyber; they don’t get how important it is to invest in protecting data and people.
The Negatives of Cybersecurity LIVE! at CISO XC with Dani Woolf and Guests
Q: What is it that we're doing wrong in cybersecurity?
We are not addressing the human side enough and primarily focus on technology and processes.

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Content primarily focuses on cybersecurity, emphasizing critical topics such as narrative intelligence, identity management, regulatory frameworks, and the intersection of technology with everyday life. Engaging conversations span a variety of perspectives within the field, including practical implementations of generative AI, the challenges posed by social media, and the importance of ethical considerations. Noteworthy is the inclusion of voices from diverse backgrounds, reflecting a human-centric approach to complex cybersecurity issues, aiming to make the subject more accessible and relatable to a broader audience.

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Recent guests on The Cyber Ranch Podcast include:

1. Chris Cochran
2. Ronald Eddings
3. Rich Salim
4. Joe Stradinger
5. Thomas Krane
6. Ruben Hara
7. Dr. Azuradie
8. Hampton Mills

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