Happy 2026!We’ve got two big updates we’re excited to share with you.Season 6 of the Cybersecurity Mentors Podcast officially premieres on January 15, 2026. This season goes deeper than ever into how cybersecurity really works in practice. Real incid...
In the season five finale of the Cyber Security Mentors podcast, hosts Steve and John reflect on the season's highlights, featuring insightful discussions with various cybersecurity experts. They recap key lessons learned, including leadership during...
In this episode of the Cyber Security Mentals podcast, hosts Steve and John delve into effective strategies for studying cybersecurity. They discuss the importance of structured learning, hands-on labs, and consistent practice, while exploring the ch...
In this episode of the Cybersecurity Mentors Podcast, Eric O'Neill shares his experiences as an undercover FBI agent who caught one of the most damaging spies in U.S. history, Robert Hansen. He discusses the evolution of cybercrime, the importance of...
Hi ,We’re thrilled to invite **you** to a special event — an exclusive livestream premiere with our guest, **Eric O’Neill** — on **Thursday, November 20 at 9:30 AM Eastern Time (8:30 AM Central / 6:30 AM Pacific)**.👉 [Click here to set a reminder an...
In this episode of the Cybersecurity Mentors Podcast, Charles Carmakal, CTO at Mandiant, discusses the current state of cybersecurity, the evolving threat landscape, and the importance of resilience in organizations. He emphasizes the ongoing arms ra...
In Part 2, we discuss how a routine firewall rollout at ANU accidentally severed the attackers’ C2, forcing them into noisy, rushed activity that revealed their tradecraft. Suthagar explains the balance between observing for intel and acting to minim...
In this episode of the Cybersecurity Mentors Podcast, Suthagar Seevaratnam, a former CISO at the Australian National University, shares his journey into cybersecurity and the challenges faced during a significant data breach. He discusses the importa...
In this episode of the Cybersecurity Mentors Podcast, we break down how to negotiate with confidence — whether you’re reviewing a job offer, asking for a raise, or chasing that next promotion.Drawing from years of leadership experience, they share re...
Magician, podcaster, and World’s Greatest Con creator Brian Brushwood joins us to talk about the coming Scampocalypse, where AI-powered deception meets human vulnerability. We dive into how magic, psychology, and “deceptive role play” can transform s...
What if the next great cybersecurity defense came from magicians?Our guest this week, Brian Brushwood, has spent 25 years studying how humans deceive — and how that same skill can be used to protect people instead of tricking them.He argues that the...
Hi ,Fall is here, and it’s also my birthday month—so I wanted to celebrate by giving you a gift.From now until September 30th, you can get 35% off our Networking is King Course. This course is designed to help you level up your career by building rea...
In the Season 4 finale of The Cybersecurity Mentors Podcast, Steve and John wrap up an incredible season with a special listener-driven Q&A. The episode opens with a recap of Episodes 1–7, revisiting key lessons on soft skills, leadership, resume...
In this episode of The Cybersecurity Mentors Podcast, Steve and John explore one of the most powerful career accelerators in cybersecurity: networking. While a strong resume might get you noticed, it’s meaningful relationships that truly open doors....
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