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  • Working the Help Desk with Brad Woessner – IT in the D 543

    Working the Help Desk with Brad Woessner – IT in the D 543
    Jan 15 2026

    On this podcast, we often talk about getting started in the IT field by applying for help desk gigs, and we talk to C-suite and business owners, but this week, we’re filling in the middle of the story. Brad Woessner (you’ll recognize him from our meetups!) joins us to talk about his IT career and what it’s like to crew the help desk.
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    56 min
  • Selling Security with Michael Kennedy and Mel Kolinski of Ostra Security – IT in the D 542

    Selling Security with Michael Kennedy and Mel Kolinski of Ostra Security – IT in the D 542
    Dec 25 2025

    In this episode Bob and Randy ‘welcome Mike Kennedy, Founder and Chief Security Officer at Ostra Security, and Mel Kolinski, Sales and Channel Chief at Ostra. They dive into an open discussion about cybersecurity, highlighting the issues with transparency and honesty in the industry. Mike shares his experiences of starting Ostra and his motivations behind it, emphasizing the need for honest relationships and better security practices. The conversation also touches on the impact of AI on security, the problems of selling fear, uncertainty, and doubt (FUD), and the importance of a community-driven approach to improve cybersecurity standards. The episode wraps up with insights into the Truth in Cyber initiative, advocating for more ethical practices in cybersecurity.
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    41 min
  • CXO Forum Cyber Winter Wonderland, Part 4

    CXO Forum Cyber Winter Wonderland, Part 4
    Dec 23 2025
    This is part 4 of a 4-part series. Randy and I were recently invited to podcast on the floor of the 2025 Cyber Winter Wonderland at the beautiful Madison Loft. My guest host of the day was host of the Great Security Debate, Brian Schneble. Enjoy the listen, and THANK YOU to CXO Forum for partnering with us to podcast at your event! Part 1 Steve Monato and Ken Sowinski of UWM Part 1’s discussion focuses on the evolving role of AI within organizations, touching on AI use cases, data security, and the necessity for clean, organized data for effective AI modeling. The panelists emphasize the shift from understanding AI to implementing and deriving business value from it. They also discuss the importance of communication between IT and business units to promote effective AI adoption, the impact of automation on employee tasks, and the future role of AI in sectors like mortgage processing. The conversation explores the balance between AI-driven automation and human oversight to ensure efficiency and address challenges associated with new AI tools. Part 2 Eric Olmstead Palo Alto Networks and Jonathan Gough of Pellera Part 2 is a discussion of the evolution and current trends in IT security and technology integration. Pellera Technologies provides a detailed overview of their global operations, focusing on AI, data cloud, and cybersecurity solutions. The discussion covers Palo Alto Networks’ advancements in security, including the integration of AI in their security platforms and the concept of Zero Trust, emphasizing its continued relevance. The conversation also explores the complexities of AI implementation, the challenges of non-human identities (NHIs), and the importance of robust security measures in a rapidly evolving tech landscape. Both companies highlight the need for innovation and vigilance in managing current and emerging security threats. Part 3 Brandon Allen and Pete Sheldon of Prophet Security Part 3 focuses on the challenges faced by Security Operations Centers (SOCs) amid a growing volume of alerts and the role of AI and machine learning in addressing these challenges. Profit Security is utilizing AI-driven platforms to enhance alert investigation and reduce false positives, allowing analysts to focus on more critical issues. The conversation delves into topics like the evolution from traditional machine learning to modern AI, the importance of context and reasoning in alert processing, and the continuous need for human oversight and expert feedback in AI systems. Additionally, the discussion touches on industry-specific issues such as the energy costs associated with running AI and compute centers, the adaptability of AI to new threat vectors, and the potential for AI to improve operational efficiency within organizations. Part 4 Björn Olson of Pellera and Henry Samson of Palo Alto Networks. Part 4 covers the evolving landscape of technology and security. The discussion covers the prevalent issues in the automotive and manufacturing industries, including underutilization of tools, data protection challenges, and the impact of technological advancements on security practices. The conversation also touches on the importance of understanding customer needs, the necessity of solving real problems, and the need to plan for future challenges like quantum computing. The roundtable aims to provide insights into balancing sales with genuine problem-solving and advancing security measures while managing financial constraints.
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    36 min
  • CXO Forum Cyber Winter Wonderland, Part 3

    CXO Forum Cyber Winter Wonderland, Part 3
    Dec 23 2025
    This is part 3 of a 4-part series. Randy and I were recently invited to podcast on the floor of the 2025 Cyber Winter Wonderland at the beautiful Madison Loft. My guest host of the day was host of the Great Security Debate, Brian Schneble. Enjoy the listen, and THANK YOU to CXO Forum for partnering with us to podcast at your event! Part 1 Steve Monato and Ken Sowinski of UWM Part 1’s discussion focuses on the evolving role of AI within organizations, touching on AI use cases, data security, and the necessity for clean, organized data for effective AI modeling. The panelists emphasize the shift from understanding AI to implementing and deriving business value from it. They also discuss the importance of communication between IT and business units to promote effective AI adoption, the impact of automation on employee tasks, and the future role of AI in sectors like mortgage processing. The conversation explores the balance between AI-driven automation and human oversight to ensure efficiency and address challenges associated with new AI tools. Part 2 Eric Olmstead Palo Alto Networks and Jonathan Gough of Pellera Part 2 is a discussion of the evolution and current trends in IT security and technology integration. Pellera Technologies provides a detailed overview of their global operations, focusing on AI, data cloud, and cybersecurity solutions. The discussion covers Palo Alto Networks’ advancements in security, including the integration of AI in their security platforms and the concept of Zero Trust, emphasizing its continued relevance. The conversation also explores the complexities of AI implementation, the challenges of non-human identities (NHIs), and the importance of robust security measures in a rapidly evolving tech landscape. Both companies highlight the need for innovation and vigilance in managing current and emerging security threats. Part 3 Brandon Allen and Pete Sheldon of Prophet Security Part 3 focuses on the challenges faced by Security Operations Centers (SOCs) amid a growing volume of alerts and the role of AI and machine learning in addressing these challenges. Profit Security is utilizing AI-driven platforms to enhance alert investigation and reduce false positives, allowing analysts to focus on more critical issues. The conversation delves into topics like the evolution from traditional machine learning to modern AI, the importance of context and reasoning in alert processing, and the continuous need for human oversight and expert feedback in AI systems. Additionally, the discussion touches on industry-specific issues such as the energy costs associated with running AI and compute centers, the adaptability of AI to new threat vectors, and the potential for AI to improve operational efficiency within organizations. Part 4 Björn Olson of Pellera and Henry Samson of Palo Alto Networks. Part 4 covers the evolving landscape of technology and security. The discussion covers the prevalent issues in the automotive and manufacturing industries, including underutilization of tools, data protection challenges, and the impact of technological advancements on security practices. The conversation also touches on the importance of understanding customer needs, the necessity of solving real problems, and the need to plan for future challenges like quantum computing. The roundtable aims to provide insights into balancing sales with genuine problem-solving and advancing security measures while managing financial constraints.
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    29 min
  • CXO Forum Cyber Winter Wonderland, Part 2

    CXO Forum Cyber Winter Wonderland, Part 2
    Dec 23 2025
    This is part 2 of a 4-part series. Randy and I were recently invited to podcast on the floor of the 2025 Cyber Winter Wonderland at the beautiful Madison Loft. My guest host of the day was host of the Great Security Debate, Brian Schneble. Enjoy the listen, and THANK YOU to CXO Forum for partnering with us to podcast at your event! Part 1 Steve Monato and Ken Sowinski of UWM Part 1’s discussion focuses on the evolving role of AI within organizations, touching on AI use cases, data security, and the necessity for clean, organized data for effective AI modeling. The panelists emphasize the shift from understanding AI to implementing and deriving business value from it. They also discuss the importance of communication between IT and business units to promote effective AI adoption, the impact of automation on employee tasks, and the future role of AI in sectors like mortgage processing. The conversation explores the balance between AI-driven automation and human oversight to ensure efficiency and address challenges associated with new AI tools. Part 2 Eric Olmstead Palo Alto Networks and Jonathan Gough of Pellera Part 2 is a discussion of the evolution and current trends in IT security and technology integration. Pellera Technologies provides a detailed overview of their global operations, focusing on AI, data cloud, and cybersecurity solutions. The discussion covers Palo Alto Networks’ advancements in security, including the integration of AI in their security platforms and the concept of Zero Trust, emphasizing its continued relevance. The conversation also explores the complexities of AI implementation, the challenges of non-human identities (NHIs), and the importance of robust security measures in a rapidly evolving tech landscape. Both companies highlight the need for innovation and vigilance in managing current and emerging security threats. Part 3 Brandon Allen and Pete Sheldon of Prophet Security Part 3 focuses on the challenges faced by Security Operations Centers (SOCs) amid a growing volume of alerts and the role of AI and machine learning in addressing these challenges. Profit Security is utilizing AI-driven platforms to enhance alert investigation and reduce false positives, allowing analysts to focus on more critical issues. The conversation delves into topics like the evolution from traditional machine learning to modern AI, the importance of context and reasoning in alert processing, and the continuous need for human oversight and expert feedback in AI systems. Additionally, the discussion touches on industry-specific issues such as the energy costs associated with running AI and compute centers, the adaptability of AI to new threat vectors, and the potential for AI to improve operational efficiency within organizations. Part 4 Björn Olson of Pellera and Henry Samson of Palo Alto Networks. Part 4 covers the evolving landscape of technology and security. The discussion covers the prevalent issues in the automotive and manufacturing industries, including underutilization of tools, data protection challenges, and the impact of technological advancements on security practices. The conversation also touches on the importance of understanding customer needs, the necessity of solving real problems, and the need to plan for future challenges like quantum computing. The roundtable aims to provide insights into balancing sales with genuine problem-solving and advancing security measures while managing financial constraints.
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    23 min
  • CXO Forum Cyber Winter Wonderland, Part 1

    CXO Forum Cyber Winter Wonderland, Part 1
    Dec 23 2025
    This is part 1 of a 4-part series. Randy and I were recently invited to podcast on the floor of the 2025 Cyber Winter Wonderland at the beautiful Madison Loft. My guest host of the day was host of the Great Security Debate, Brian Schneble. Enjoy the listen, and THANK YOU to CXO Forum for partnering with us to podcast at your event! Part 1 Steve Monato and Ken Sowinski of UWM Part 1’s discussion focuses on the evolving role of AI within organizations, touching on AI use cases, data security, and the necessity for clean, organized data for effective AI modeling. The panelists emphasize the shift from understanding AI to implementing and deriving business value from it. They also discuss the importance of communication between IT and business units to promote effective AI adoption, the impact of automation on employee tasks, and the future role of AI in sectors like mortgage processing. The conversation explores the balance between AI-driven automation and human oversight to ensure efficiency and address challenges associated with new AI tools. Part 2 Eric Olmstead Palo Alto Networks and Jonathan Gough of Pellera Part 2 is a discussion of the evolution and current trends in IT security and technology integration. Pellera Technologies provides a detailed overview of their global operations, focusing on AI, data cloud, and cybersecurity solutions. The discussion covers Palo Alto Networks’ advancements in security, including the integration of AI in their security platforms and the concept of Zero Trust, emphasizing its continued relevance. The conversation also explores the complexities of AI implementation, the challenges of non-human identities (NHIs), and the importance of robust security measures in a rapidly evolving tech landscape. Both companies highlight the need for innovation and vigilance in managing current and emerging security threats. Part 3 Brandon Allen and Pete Sheldon of Prophet Security Part 3 focuses on the challenges faced by Security Operations Centers (SOCs) amid a growing volume of alerts and the role of AI and machine learning in addressing these challenges. Profit Security is utilizing AI-driven platforms to enhance alert investigation and reduce false positives, allowing analysts to focus on more critical issues. The conversation delves into topics like the evolution from traditional machine learning to modern AI, the importance of context and reasoning in alert processing, and the continuous need for human oversight and expert feedback in AI systems. Additionally, the discussion touches on industry-specific issues such as the energy costs associated with running AI and compute centers, the adaptability of AI to new threat vectors, and the potential for AI to improve operational efficiency within organizations. Part 4 Björn Olson of Pellera and Henry Samson of Palo Alto Networks. Part 4 covers the evolving landscape of technology and security. The discussion covers the prevalent issues in the automotive and manufacturing industries, including underutilization of tools, data protection challenges, and the impact of technological advancements on security practices. The conversation also touches on the importance of understanding customer needs, the necessity of solving real problems, and the need to plan for future challenges like quantum computing. The roundtable aims to provide insights into balancing sales with genuine problem-solving and advancing security measures while managing financial constraints.
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    34 min
  • The Data Center Debate with Brian Schneble – IT in the D 537

    The Data Center Debate with Brian Schneble – IT in the D 537
    Dec 18 2025

    Brian Schneble of The Great Security Debate podcast is back! We dive into a heated discussion about the recent protests against new data centers in Michigan. Topics cover various aspects such as the environmental impact, energy consumption, and the differences between data centers and compute centers. We also touch on the challenges of modern infrastructure and the complexities behind high energy demands.
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    43 min
  • AI Degree Programs with Suzy Siegle and Dave Schippers of Walsh College – IT in the D 536

    AI Degree Programs with Suzy Siegle and Dave Schippers of Walsh College – IT in the D 536
    Dec 11 2025

    This week, we explore the future of AI in education with guests Suzy Siegle, President and CEO of Walsh College, and Dr. Dave Schippers, the Chief Academic Officer/Provost. The conversation covers the introduction of new articial intelligence and machine learning degree programs, and the significance of practical, hands-on education. They discuss the importance of networking, the impact of AI on various industries, and the concept of AI digital twins in academia. The discussion also touches on the evolving role of AI in automotive and other traditionally structured sectors.
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    53 min