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      <title>Matt Lee on the cybersecurity poverty line, insurance risk shifts, and systemic failure</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p><br>Matt Lee breaks down a hard truth: much of the market is operating below a viable cybersecurity baseline. He explains the concept of the “cybersecurity poverty line,” how managed service agreements often mask unmitigated risk, and why insurers are shifting responsibility downstream. This conversation explores the economic realities behind cyber risk and what it means for resilience across SMBs, MSPs, and the broader ecosystem.</p><p><strong><br>MORE FROM MATT LEE<br></strong><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/cybermattlee/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/cybermattlee/<br></a><br></p><p><strong><br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br></strong>Website:<a href="https://thewatchers.io/"> https://thewatchers.io<br></a>LinkedIn:<a href="https://thewatchers.io/linkedin"> https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br></a>Sentinel Blue:<a href="https://sblu.us/linked"> https://sblu.us/linked<br></a>Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/"> https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/<br></a><br></p><p><strong><br>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br></strong><a href="https://thewatchers.io/Discord">https://thewatchers.io/Discord<br></a><br></p><p><strong><br>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br></strong>RSS Feed:<a href="https://thewatchers.io/feed"> https://thewatchers.io/feed<br></a>Episodes:<a href="https://thewatchers.io/episodes"> https://thewatchers.io/episodes<br></a><br></p><p><strong><br>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br></strong>LinkedIn:<a href="https://sblu.us/Andy"> https://sblu.us/Andy<br></a><br></p><p><strong><br>PRODUCED BY<br></strong><a href="https://www.sentinelblue.com/">https://www.sentinelblue.com<br></a><br></p><p><strong><br>PRODUCTION TEAM<br></strong><a href="https://www.brandready.com/">https://www.brandready.com/<br></a><br></p><p><br>#TheWatchersPodcast #sentinelblue #cybersecurity #cyberdefense #cyberrisk #infosec #MSP #cyberinsurance #SMBsecurity</p>]]>
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      <itunes:episode>39</itunes:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Episode Description (75 words)<br>From helicopter gunner to cybersecurity strategist, Anna Wheeler’s career bridges the kinetic and digital battlefields. Andy and Anna explore her journey through the military, the lessons of leadership under pressure, and the evolving frontlines of cyber defense. She shares insight into breaking barriers, mentoring the next generation, and why optimism still drives her in a field defined by constant threats.</p><p>MORE FROM ANNA WHEELER<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-wheeler-ssaw/</p><p>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Sentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linked<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>Hashtags:<br>#veteransintech #cyberstrategy #womenincyber #militaryleadership #defenseinnovation #futureofwarfare #operationaltechnology #cyberresilience #thewatcherspodcast #sentinelblue #andysauer #annawheeler</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Episode Description (75 words)<br>From helicopter gunner to cybersecurity strategist, Anna Wheeler’s career bridges the kinetic and digital battlefields. Andy and Anna explore her journey through the military, the lessons of leadership under pressure, and the evolving frontlines of cyber defense. She shares insight into breaking barriers, mentoring the next generation, and why optimism still drives her in a field defined by constant threats.</p><p>MORE FROM ANNA WHEELER<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-wheeler-ssaw/</p><p>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Sentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linked<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>Hashtags:<br>#veteransintech #cyberstrategy #womenincyber #militaryleadership #defenseinnovation #futureofwarfare #operationaltechnology #cyberresilience #thewatcherspodcast #sentinelblue #andysauer #annawheeler</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Teresa Shea shares an insider’s perspective on national security, leadership, and trust after a 34-year career at the NSA. From surviving the intelligence failures of 9/11 to navigating the fallout of the Snowden disclosures, Teresa explains how institutions learn, adapt, and protect democratic values. The conversation also explores AI, cybersecurity, and why investing in people—through mentorship and mission-driven leadership—remains America’s greatest strategic advantage.</p><p>MORE FROM TERESA SHEA<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/teresa-shea-244594113/</p><p>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Sentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linked<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>Hashtags<br>#nationalsecurity #cybersecurity #intelligencecommunity #NSA<br>#AIandethics #cyberdefense #futureofwarfare #leadership<br>#trustininstitutions #TheWatchersPodcast #sentinelblue #andysauer #teresashea</p>]]>
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      <title>Jonny Gannon on CIA Operations, Leadership Under Fire &amp; AI Intelligence</title>
      <itunes:episode>36</itunes:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of The Watchers, Andy Sauer sits down with former CIA officer Jonny Gannon for an inside look at clandestine operations, from the front lines of post-9/11 Afghanistan, to leading elite teams in the world’s most high-stakes environments.</p><p><br></p><p>Gannon shares hard-earned lessons on trust, leadership under fire, and the realities of espionage, alongside firsthand insight into how artificial intelligence is transforming intelligence work today.</p><p><br></p><p>It’s a sharp, unfiltered conversation about service, risk, and what it truly takes to operate, and lead, in a world that refuses to stand still.</p><p><br></p><p>MORE FROM JONNY GANNON</p><p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonny-gannon-3818bb55/</p><p><br></p><p>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS</p><p>Website: https://thewatchers.io</p><p>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin</p><p>Sentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linked</p><p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p><br></p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD</p><p>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p><br></p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST</p><p>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed</p><p>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p><br></p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY</p><p>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p><br></p><p>PRODUCED BY</p><p>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p><br></p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM</p><p>https://www.brandready.com/</p><p>Hashtags</p><p>#nationalsecurity #cyberintelligence #CIA #intelligencecommunity #AIandsecurity</p><p>#leadership #specialoperations #counterterrorism #futureofwarfare #cybersecurity</p><p>#cyberdefense #TheWatchersPodcast #sentinelblue #jonnygannon #andysauer</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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      <itunes:duration>7338</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Bob Skinner on Presidential Communications, Cyber Leadership, and AI Accountability</title>
      <itunes:episode>35</itunes:episode>
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      <itunes:title>Bob Skinner on Presidential Communications, Cyber Leadership, and AI Accountability</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Retired Lieutenant General Bob Skinner joins Andy Sauer to unpack leadership at the highest levels of national security. From overseeing presidential communications to mentoring the next generation of military leaders, Skinner shares lessons on strategy, accountability, and decision-making under pressure. The conversation explores cybersecurity, identity, artificial intelligence, and why transparency and ethics will define the next era of defense and technology.</p><p><strong>MORE FROM BOB SKINNER<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-skinner-1a48aa22/<br></strong><br></p><p><strong>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS</strong><br>Website: <a href="https://thewatchers.io/">https://thewatchers.io</a><br>LinkedIn: <a href="https://thewatchers.io/linkedin">https://thewatchers.io/linkedin</a><br>Sentinel Blue: <a href="https://sblu.us/linked">https://sblu.us/linked</a><br>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/">https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/<br></a><br></p><p><strong>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD</strong><br><a href="https://thewatchers.io/Discord">https://thewatchers.io/Discord<br></a><br></p><p><strong>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST</strong><br>RSS Feed: <a href="https://thewatchers.io/feed">https://thewatchers.io/feed</a><br>Episodes: <a href="https://thewatchers.io/episodes">https://thewatchers.io/episodes<br></a><br></p><p><strong>CONNECT WITH ANDY</strong><br>LinkedIn: <a href="https://sblu.us/Andy">https://sblu.us/Andy<br></a><br></p><p><strong>PRODUCED BY</strong><br><a href="https://www.sentinelblue.com/">https://www.sentinelblue.com<br></a><br></p><p><strong>PRODUCTION TEAM<br></strong><a href="https://www.brandready.com/"><strong>https://www.brandready.com/<br></strong></a><br></p><p><strong>🏷️ Hashtags<br></strong><br></p><p>#nationalsecurity #cybersecurity #militaryleadership #AIandethics #cyberdefense<br>#criticalinfrastructure #defenseinnovation #strategicleadership #futureofwarfare<br>#TheWatchersPodcast #SentinelBlue #BobSkinner #AndySauer</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Retired Lieutenant General Bob Skinner joins Andy Sauer to unpack leadership at the highest levels of national security. From overseeing presidential communications to mentoring the next generation of military leaders, Skinner shares lessons on strategy, accountability, and decision-making under pressure. The conversation explores cybersecurity, identity, artificial intelligence, and why transparency and ethics will define the next era of defense and technology.</p><p><strong>MORE FROM BOB SKINNER<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-skinner-1a48aa22/<br></strong><br></p><p><strong>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS</strong><br>Website: <a href="https://thewatchers.io/">https://thewatchers.io</a><br>LinkedIn: <a href="https://thewatchers.io/linkedin">https://thewatchers.io/linkedin</a><br>Sentinel Blue: <a href="https://sblu.us/linked">https://sblu.us/linked</a><br>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/">https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/<br></a><br></p><p><strong>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD</strong><br><a href="https://thewatchers.io/Discord">https://thewatchers.io/Discord<br></a><br></p><p><strong>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST</strong><br>RSS Feed: <a href="https://thewatchers.io/feed">https://thewatchers.io/feed</a><br>Episodes: <a href="https://thewatchers.io/episodes">https://thewatchers.io/episodes<br></a><br></p><p><strong>CONNECT WITH ANDY</strong><br>LinkedIn: <a href="https://sblu.us/Andy">https://sblu.us/Andy<br></a><br></p><p><strong>PRODUCED BY</strong><br><a href="https://www.sentinelblue.com/">https://www.sentinelblue.com<br></a><br></p><p><strong>PRODUCTION TEAM<br></strong><a href="https://www.brandready.com/"><strong>https://www.brandready.com/<br></strong></a><br></p><p><strong>🏷️ Hashtags<br></strong><br></p><p>#nationalsecurity #cybersecurity #militaryleadership #AIandethics #cyberdefense<br>#criticalinfrastructure #defenseinnovation #strategicleadership #futureofwarfare<br>#TheWatchersPodcast #SentinelBlue #BobSkinner #AndySauer</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 13:05:17 -0500</pubDate>
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      <itunes:keywords>cybersecurity, information security, national security, infosec, ciso</itunes:keywords>
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      <title>General David Petraeus on Strategic Leadership, Great-Power Competition, and the AI Revolution</title>
      <itunes:episode>34</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>34</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>General David Petraeus on Strategic Leadership, Great-Power Competition, and the AI Revolution</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of <em>The Watchers</em>, Andy Sauer sits down with General David Petraeus to discuss leadership at the highest levels of war, intelligence, and global business. Petraeus reflects on lessons from Iraq and Afghanistan, the importance of strategic judgment, and how AI, productivity gains, and geopolitical risk are reshaping national power. A candid conversation on competition, preparation, and what gives him optimism about the future.</p><p><strong>MORE FROM DAVID PETRAEUS</strong><br>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidpetraeus/</p><p><strong>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS</strong><br>Website: <a href="https://thewatchers.io/">https://thewatchers.io</a><br>LinkedIn: <a href="https://thewatchers.io/linkedin">https://thewatchers.io/linkedin</a><br>Sentinel Blue: <a href="https://sblu.us/linked">https://sblu.us/linked</a><br>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/">https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/<br></a><br></p><p><strong>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD</strong><br><a href="https://thewatchers.io/Discord">https://thewatchers.io/Discord<br></a><br></p><p><strong>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST</strong><br>RSS Feed: <a href="https://thewatchers.io/feed">https://thewatchers.io/feed</a><br>Episodes: <a href="https://thewatchers.io/episodes">https://thewatchers.io/episodes<br></a><br></p><p><strong>CONNECT WITH ANDY</strong><br>LinkedIn: <a href="https://sblu.us/Andy">https://sblu.us/Andy<br></a><br></p><p><strong>PRODUCED BY</strong><br><a href="https://www.sentinelblue.com/">https://www.sentinelblue.com<br></a><br></p><p><strong>PRODUCTION TEAM<br></strong><a href="https://www.brandready.com/"><strong>https://www.brandready.com/<br></strong></a><br></p><p>#nationalsecurity #cyberintelligence #militaryleadership #AIandethics #defenseInnovation<br>#futureofwarfare #criticalinfrastructure #cybersecurity #cyberdefense<br>#geopolitics #TheWatchersPodcast #sentinelblue #davidpetraeus #andysauer</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of <em>The Watchers</em>, Andy Sauer sits down with General David Petraeus to discuss leadership at the highest levels of war, intelligence, and global business. Petraeus reflects on lessons from Iraq and Afghanistan, the importance of strategic judgment, and how AI, productivity gains, and geopolitical risk are reshaping national power. A candid conversation on competition, preparation, and what gives him optimism about the future.</p><p><strong>MORE FROM DAVID PETRAEUS</strong><br>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidpetraeus/</p><p><strong>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS</strong><br>Website: <a href="https://thewatchers.io/">https://thewatchers.io</a><br>LinkedIn: <a href="https://thewatchers.io/linkedin">https://thewatchers.io/linkedin</a><br>Sentinel Blue: <a href="https://sblu.us/linked">https://sblu.us/linked</a><br>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/">https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/<br></a><br></p><p><strong>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD</strong><br><a href="https://thewatchers.io/Discord">https://thewatchers.io/Discord<br></a><br></p><p><strong>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST</strong><br>RSS Feed: <a href="https://thewatchers.io/feed">https://thewatchers.io/feed</a><br>Episodes: <a href="https://thewatchers.io/episodes">https://thewatchers.io/episodes<br></a><br></p><p><strong>CONNECT WITH ANDY</strong><br>LinkedIn: <a href="https://sblu.us/Andy">https://sblu.us/Andy<br></a><br></p><p><strong>PRODUCED BY</strong><br><a href="https://www.sentinelblue.com/">https://www.sentinelblue.com<br></a><br></p><p><strong>PRODUCTION TEAM<br></strong><a href="https://www.brandready.com/"><strong>https://www.brandready.com/<br></strong></a><br></p><p>#nationalsecurity #cyberintelligence #militaryleadership #AIandethics #defenseInnovation<br>#futureofwarfare #criticalinfrastructure #cybersecurity #cyberdefense<br>#geopolitics #TheWatchersPodcast #sentinelblue #davidpetraeus #andysauer</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 08:06:39 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Sentinel Blue</author>
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      <title>Don Yeske on Public Service, Courage, and the Changing Face of Government</title>
      <itunes:episode>33</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>33</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Don Yeske on Public Service, Courage, and the Changing Face of Government</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>After more than two decades in uniform and public service, Don Yeske left his leadership post at the Department of Homeland Security over concerns that the moral core of government was being compromised. In this powerful conversation, he and Andy discuss the meaning of duty, the rule of law, the trauma within today’s federal workforce, and the lessons of Afghanistan that still haunt America’s conscience.</p><p><strong>MORE FROM DON YESKE</strong><br>🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/don-yeske-b7957510/ <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/don-dickinson-7025b4104"><br></a><br></p><p><strong>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS</strong><br>Website: <a href="https://thewatchers.io/">https://thewatchers.io</a><br>LinkedIn: <a href="https://thewatchers.io/linkedin">https://thewatchers.io/linkedin</a><br>Sentinel Blue: <a href="https://sblu.us/linked">https://sblu.us/linked</a><br>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/">https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/<br></a><br></p><p><strong>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD</strong><br><a href="https://thewatchers.io/Discord">https://thewatchers.io/Discord<br></a><br></p><p><strong>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST</strong><br>RSS Feed: <a href="https://thewatchers.io/feed">https://thewatchers.io/feed</a><br>Episodes: <a href="https://thewatchers.io/episodes">https://thewatchers.io/episodes<br></a><br></p><p><strong>CONNECT WITH ANDY</strong><br>LinkedIn: <a href="https://sblu.us/Andy">https://sblu.us/Andy<br></a><br></p><p><strong>PRODUCED BY</strong><br><a href="https://www.sentinelblue.com/">https://www.sentinelblue.com<br></a><br></p><p><strong>PRODUCTION TEAM</strong><br><a href="https://www.brandready.com/">https://www.brandready.com/<br></a><br></p><p><strong>🔖 Hashtags<br></strong><br></p><p>#publicservice #cybersecurity #ruleoflaw #integrity #governmentleadership #nationalsecurity #moralcourage #DHS #cyberpolicy #veterans #futureofgovernment #TheWatchersPodcast #SentinelBlue #AndySauer #DonYeske</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>After more than two decades in uniform and public service, Don Yeske left his leadership post at the Department of Homeland Security over concerns that the moral core of government was being compromised. In this powerful conversation, he and Andy discuss the meaning of duty, the rule of law, the trauma within today’s federal workforce, and the lessons of Afghanistan that still haunt America’s conscience.</p><p><strong>MORE FROM DON YESKE</strong><br>🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/don-yeske-b7957510/ <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/don-dickinson-7025b4104"><br></a><br></p><p><strong>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS</strong><br>Website: <a href="https://thewatchers.io/">https://thewatchers.io</a><br>LinkedIn: <a href="https://thewatchers.io/linkedin">https://thewatchers.io/linkedin</a><br>Sentinel Blue: <a href="https://sblu.us/linked">https://sblu.us/linked</a><br>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/">https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/<br></a><br></p><p><strong>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD</strong><br><a href="https://thewatchers.io/Discord">https://thewatchers.io/Discord<br></a><br></p><p><strong>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST</strong><br>RSS Feed: <a href="https://thewatchers.io/feed">https://thewatchers.io/feed</a><br>Episodes: <a href="https://thewatchers.io/episodes">https://thewatchers.io/episodes<br></a><br></p><p><strong>CONNECT WITH ANDY</strong><br>LinkedIn: <a href="https://sblu.us/Andy">https://sblu.us/Andy<br></a><br></p><p><strong>PRODUCED BY</strong><br><a href="https://www.sentinelblue.com/">https://www.sentinelblue.com<br></a><br></p><p><strong>PRODUCTION TEAM</strong><br><a href="https://www.brandready.com/">https://www.brandready.com/<br></a><br></p><p><strong>🔖 Hashtags<br></strong><br></p><p>#publicservice #cybersecurity #ruleoflaw #integrity #governmentleadership #nationalsecurity #moralcourage #DHS #cyberpolicy #veterans #futureofgovernment #TheWatchersPodcast #SentinelBlue #AndySauer #DonYeske</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 11:52:32 -0500</pubDate>
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      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Bill Cameron on partner nation cybersecurity, and cyberspace escalation</title>
      <itunes:episode>32</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>32</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Bill Cameron on partner nation cybersecurity, and cyberspace escalation</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Retired Navy officer and cybersecurity leader Bill Cameron joins Andy Sauer to discuss the evolving landscape of cyber conflict. From flying helicopters in the Cold War to advising U.S. presidents, Bill shares lessons in leadership, resilience, and mission focus. He explains why partner nations’ vulnerable networks matter to U.S. security, how adversaries like Russia and China wage daily cyber campaigns, and what escalation in cyberspace could mean for global stability. A candid, insightful, and eye-opening conversation.</p><p>------<br>MORE Bill Cameron <br> https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-cameron-6268524/ </p><p>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>Sentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linked<br>Instagram:   / watcherspodcast  </p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/</p><p>#CyberSecurity #CyberConflict #NationalSecurity #CyberLeadership #CyberDefense #InfoSec #VeteranLeadership #NavyVeteran #MilitaryToCyber #DefenseCommunity #MissionFocused #CyberWarfare #GlobalSecurity #RussiaChina #CyberDeterrence #AlliedDefense #CriticalInfrastructure #TheWatchersPodcast #SentinelBlue #WatchfulStewardship #DefendersOfTheDIB #WilliamCameron #AndySauer</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Retired Navy officer and cybersecurity leader Bill Cameron joins Andy Sauer to discuss the evolving landscape of cyber conflict. From flying helicopters in the Cold War to advising U.S. presidents, Bill shares lessons in leadership, resilience, and mission focus. He explains why partner nations’ vulnerable networks matter to U.S. security, how adversaries like Russia and China wage daily cyber campaigns, and what escalation in cyberspace could mean for global stability. A candid, insightful, and eye-opening conversation.</p><p>------<br>MORE Bill Cameron <br> https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-cameron-6268524/ </p><p>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>Sentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linked<br>Instagram:   / watcherspodcast  </p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/</p><p>#CyberSecurity #CyberConflict #NationalSecurity #CyberLeadership #CyberDefense #InfoSec #VeteranLeadership #NavyVeteran #MilitaryToCyber #DefenseCommunity #MissionFocused #CyberWarfare #GlobalSecurity #RussiaChina #CyberDeterrence #AlliedDefense #CriticalInfrastructure #TheWatchersPodcast #SentinelBlue #WatchfulStewardship #DefendersOfTheDIB #WilliamCameron #AndySauer</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 21:57:18 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Sentinel Blue</author>
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      <itunes:duration>5605</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Retired Navy officer and cybersecurity leader Bill Cameron joins Andy Sauer to discuss the evolving landscape of cyber conflict. From flying helicopters in the Cold War to advising U.S. presidents, Bill shares lessons in leadership, resilience, and mission focus. He explains why partner nations’ vulnerable networks matter to U.S. security, how adversaries like Russia and China wage daily cyber campaigns, and what escalation in cyberspace could mean for global stability. A candid, insightful, and eye-opening conversation.</p><p>------<br>MORE Bill Cameron <br> https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-cameron-6268524/ </p><p>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>Sentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linked<br>Instagram:   / watcherspodcast  </p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/</p><p>#CyberSecurity #CyberConflict #NationalSecurity #CyberLeadership #CyberDefense #InfoSec #VeteranLeadership #NavyVeteran #MilitaryToCyber #DefenseCommunity #MissionFocused #CyberWarfare #GlobalSecurity #RussiaChina #CyberDeterrence #AlliedDefense #CriticalInfrastructure #TheWatchersPodcast #SentinelBlue #WatchfulStewardship #DefendersOfTheDIB #WilliamCameron #AndySauer</p>]]>
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      <title>Jennifer Ewbank on the CIA, Innovation in AI, and the Race with China</title>
      <itunes:episode>31</itunes:episode>
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      <itunes:title>Jennifer Ewbank on the CIA, Innovation in AI, and the Race with China</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Jennifer Ewbank, former Deputy Director of the CIA for Digital Innovation, joins The Watchers to discuss the intersection of espionage and emerging technology. From her decades in the field to leading the Agency’s digital transformation, she shares insights on the race with China in AI, the challenges of intelligence in a sensor-rich world, and the importance of optimism in tackling impossible missions. A rare inside look at the future of intelligence and national security.<br>------<br>MORE FROM JENNIFER EWBANK<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-ewbank/</p><p>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>Sentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linked<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/</p><p>#TheWatchersPodcast #AndySauer #JenniferEwbank #CIA #NationalSecurity #Intelligence #Espionage #EmergingTechnology #AIandSecurity #DigitalInnovation #DefenseTech #CyberIntelligence #DigitalTransformation #AIFuture #GlobalSecurity #TechLeadership #DataStrategy #CyberStrategy</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Jennifer Ewbank, former Deputy Director of the CIA for Digital Innovation, joins The Watchers to discuss the intersection of espionage and emerging technology. From her decades in the field to leading the Agency’s digital transformation, she shares insights on the race with China in AI, the challenges of intelligence in a sensor-rich world, and the importance of optimism in tackling impossible missions. A rare inside look at the future of intelligence and national security.<br>------<br>MORE FROM JENNIFER EWBANK<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-ewbank/</p><p>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>Sentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linked<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/</p><p>#TheWatchersPodcast #AndySauer #JenniferEwbank #CIA #NationalSecurity #Intelligence #Espionage #EmergingTechnology #AIandSecurity #DigitalInnovation #DefenseTech #CyberIntelligence #DigitalTransformation #AIFuture #GlobalSecurity #TechLeadership #DataStrategy #CyberStrategy</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2025 09:21:21 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>Sentinel Blue</author>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Jennifer Ewbank, former Deputy Director of the CIA for Digital Innovation, joins The Watchers to discuss the intersection of espionage and emerging technology. From her decades in the field to leading the Agency’s digital transformation, she shares insights on the race with China in AI, the challenges of intelligence in a sensor-rich world, and the importance of optimism in tackling impossible missions. A rare inside look at the future of intelligence and national security.<br>------<br>MORE FROM JENNIFER EWBANK<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-ewbank/</p><p>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>Sentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linked<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/</p><p>#TheWatchersPodcast #AndySauer #JenniferEwbank #CIA #NationalSecurity #Intelligence #Espionage #EmergingTechnology #AIandSecurity #DigitalInnovation #DefenseTech #CyberIntelligence #DigitalTransformation #AIFuture #GlobalSecurity #TechLeadership #DataStrategy #CyberStrategy</p>]]>
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      <title>Jack Rhysider on Darknet Diaries, Privacy, and the Future of Cybersecurity</title>
      <itunes:episode>30</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>30</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Jack Rhysider on Darknet Diaries, Privacy, and the Future of Cybersecurity</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Jack Rhysider, creator of Darknet Diaries, joins The Watchers to talk privacy, hacking culture, and the evolving threats shaping our digital lives. From disguises at DEFCON to exploring hacker origins in video games, Jack shares insights on why breaches are inevitable, how underground communities evolve, and where optimism fits in the face of AI, nation-state cyberattacks, and increasing surveillance. This episode blends nostalgia for the early internet with a forward-looking perspective on cybersecurity’s future.</p><p>MORE FROM JACK RHYSIDER &amp; DARKNET DIARIES<br>www.darknetdiaries.com<br>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/<a href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCMIqrmh2lMdzhlCPK5ahsAg"> ⁨@JackRhysider⁩ </a> <br>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-rhysider-02922a167/</p><p>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>Sentinel Blue: https://www.sentinelblue.com<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/linked</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------</p><p>#SentinelBlue #TheWatchersPodcast #JackRhysider #DarknetDiaries #CybersecurityPodcast #HackingCulture #HackingStories #CyberThreats #CyberDefense #Cybercrime #InternetPrivacy #DataBreaches #CyberPolicy #AIandCybersecurity #CyberArmsRace #NationalSecurity #DEFCON #Stuxnet #XboxUnderground #HackerCommunity #HackerCounterculture #OnlineSecurity #DigitalPrivacy #InfoSec #CyberAwareness #TechSecurity #DigitalFuture #OptimismInCybersecurity #CyberCommunity</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Jack Rhysider, creator of Darknet Diaries, joins The Watchers to talk privacy, hacking culture, and the evolving threats shaping our digital lives. From disguises at DEFCON to exploring hacker origins in video games, Jack shares insights on why breaches are inevitable, how underground communities evolve, and where optimism fits in the face of AI, nation-state cyberattacks, and increasing surveillance. This episode blends nostalgia for the early internet with a forward-looking perspective on cybersecurity’s future.</p><p>MORE FROM JACK RHYSIDER &amp; DARKNET DIARIES<br>www.darknetdiaries.com<br>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/<a href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCMIqrmh2lMdzhlCPK5ahsAg"> ⁨@JackRhysider⁩ </a> <br>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-rhysider-02922a167/</p><p>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>Sentinel Blue: https://www.sentinelblue.com<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/linked</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------</p><p>#SentinelBlue #TheWatchersPodcast #JackRhysider #DarknetDiaries #CybersecurityPodcast #HackingCulture #HackingStories #CyberThreats #CyberDefense #Cybercrime #InternetPrivacy #DataBreaches #CyberPolicy #AIandCybersecurity #CyberArmsRace #NationalSecurity #DEFCON #Stuxnet #XboxUnderground #HackerCommunity #HackerCounterculture #OnlineSecurity #DigitalPrivacy #InfoSec #CyberAwareness #TechSecurity #DigitalFuture #OptimismInCybersecurity #CyberCommunity</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2025 14:49:17 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>Sentinel Blue</author>
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      <itunes:author>Sentinel Blue</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>4843</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Jack Rhysider, creator of Darknet Diaries, joins The Watchers to talk privacy, hacking culture, and the evolving threats shaping our digital lives. From disguises at DEFCON to exploring hacker origins in video games, Jack shares insights on why breaches are inevitable, how underground communities evolve, and where optimism fits in the face of AI, nation-state cyberattacks, and increasing surveillance. This episode blends nostalgia for the early internet with a forward-looking perspective on cybersecurity’s future.</p><p>MORE FROM JACK RHYSIDER &amp; DARKNET DIARIES<br>www.darknetdiaries.com<br>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/<a href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCMIqrmh2lMdzhlCPK5ahsAg"> ⁨@JackRhysider⁩ </a> <br>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-rhysider-02922a167/</p><p>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>Sentinel Blue: https://www.sentinelblue.com<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/linked</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------</p><p>#SentinelBlue #TheWatchersPodcast #JackRhysider #DarknetDiaries #CybersecurityPodcast #HackingCulture #HackingStories #CyberThreats #CyberDefense #Cybercrime #InternetPrivacy #DataBreaches #CyberPolicy #AIandCybersecurity #CyberArmsRace #NationalSecurity #DEFCON #Stuxnet #XboxUnderground #HackerCommunity #HackerCounterculture #OnlineSecurity #DigitalPrivacy #InfoSec #CyberAwareness #TechSecurity #DigitalFuture #OptimismInCybersecurity #CyberCommunity</p>]]>
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      <title>Tatyana Bolton on Cyber Policy, OT Security, and the Speed of Relevance</title>
      <itunes:episode>29</itunes:episode>
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      <itunes:title>Tatyana Bolton on Cyber Policy, OT Security, and the Speed of Relevance</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of The Watchers, Andy Sauer sits down with cybersecurity leader Tatyana Bolton. From her unexpected start in acting to shaping national policy at CISA, Google, and beyond, Tatyana shares her perspective on why U.S. cyber defenses must keep pace with adversaries moving at the “speed of relevance.” They discuss policy gridlock, supply chain risk, OT security, and the urgent cultural shift needed to treat cyber as a true national security priority.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM TATYANA BOLTON<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatyana-b-58358021/</p><p>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Sentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linked<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#nationalsecurity #cyberintelligence #militaryleadership #combatmedicine #AIandethics<br>#defenseInnovation #jointcommand #criticalinfrastructure #futureofwarfare #operationaltechnology  #cybersecurity #cybersecurityawareness <br>#techindefense #cyberthreats #cyberdefense #nationalsecurity #cyberwarfare  #TheWatchersPodcast #sentinelblue #tatyanabolton #andysauer</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of The Watchers, Andy Sauer sits down with cybersecurity leader Tatyana Bolton. From her unexpected start in acting to shaping national policy at CISA, Google, and beyond, Tatyana shares her perspective on why U.S. cyber defenses must keep pace with adversaries moving at the “speed of relevance.” They discuss policy gridlock, supply chain risk, OT security, and the urgent cultural shift needed to treat cyber as a true national security priority.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM TATYANA BOLTON<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatyana-b-58358021/</p><p>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Sentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linked<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#nationalsecurity #cyberintelligence #militaryleadership #combatmedicine #AIandethics<br>#defenseInnovation #jointcommand #criticalinfrastructure #futureofwarfare #operationaltechnology  #cybersecurity #cybersecurityawareness <br>#techindefense #cyberthreats #cyberdefense #nationalsecurity #cyberwarfare  #TheWatchersPodcast #sentinelblue #tatyanabolton #andysauer</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Oct 2025 16:05:01 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>Sentinel Blue</author>
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      <itunes:author>Sentinel Blue</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Gentry Lane on cyber weapons, national defense, and the race for global cyber power</title>
      <itunes:episode>28</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>28</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Gentry Lane on cyber weapons, national defense, and the race for global cyber power</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Cybersecurity strategist Gentry Lane joins The Watchers to unpack why cyber weapons should be treated as real weapons of war. She and Andy Sauer dive into the absence of a national cyber strategy, the vulnerabilities of America’s critical infrastructure, and the role of Europe in the global cyber power race. From the dangers of supply chain weaknesses to the need for deterrence by denial, this conversation reveals what’s at stake in today’s digital battlefield.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM GENTRY LANE<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/gentrylane/<br>https://www.nemesis-global.com/</p><p>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>FOLLOW SENTINEL BLUE<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/linked<br>Website: https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#nationalsecurity #cybersecurity #criticalinfrastructure #leadership #nato #eu #nationalresilience #publicsectorsecurity #leadershipinsecurity #airesilience #infrastructuresecurity #defensestrategy #missionfirst #techpodcast #cyberthreats #cyber #strategy #TheWatchersPodcast #sentinelblue</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2025 10:18:55 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>Sentinel Blue</author>
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      <itunes:duration>5842</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Cybersecurity strategist Gentry Lane joins The Watchers to unpack why cyber weapons should be treated as real weapons of war. She and Andy Sauer dive into the absence of a national cyber strategy, the vulnerabilities of America’s critical infrastructure, and the role of Europe in the global cyber power race. From the dangers of supply chain weaknesses to the need for deterrence by denial, this conversation reveals what’s at stake in today’s digital battlefield.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM GENTRY LANE<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/gentrylane/<br>https://www.nemesis-global.com/</p><p>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>FOLLOW SENTINEL BLUE<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/linked<br>Website: https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#nationalsecurity #cybersecurity #criticalinfrastructure #leadership #nato #eu #nationalresilience #publicsectorsecurity #leadershipinsecurity #airesilience #infrastructuresecurity #defensestrategy #missionfirst #techpodcast #cyberthreats #cyber #strategy #TheWatchersPodcast #sentinelblue</p>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords>cybersecurity, information security, national security, infosec, ciso</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Nick Andersen on national resilience, priorities, and leading with purpose</title>
      <itunes:episode>27</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>27</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Nick Andersen on national resilience, priorities, and leading with purpose</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Nick Andersen, President and COO of Invictus, joins Andy Sauer to unpack the hard truths about cybersecurity, critical infrastructure, and government readiness. With experience spanning the Marine Corps, DOE, and White House, Nick offers a brutally honest take on what it will take to build real resilience—starting with ruthless prioritization. From AI regulation to public utility gaps, this episode dives deep into the systems we rely on and the leadership it takes to protect them.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM NICK ANDERSEN<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/nmandersen/</p><p>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Sentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linked<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#nationalsecurity #cybersecurity #criticalinfrastructure #governmentreadiness #nationalresilience #publicsectorsecurity #leadershipinsecurity #airesilience #infrastructuresecurity #defensestrategy #thewatcherspodcast #nickandersen #andysauer #invictus #missionfirst #techpodcast #cyberthreats #cyber #strategy #TheWatchersPodcast #sentinelblue</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Nick Andersen, President and COO of Invictus, joins Andy Sauer to unpack the hard truths about cybersecurity, critical infrastructure, and government readiness. With experience spanning the Marine Corps, DOE, and White House, Nick offers a brutally honest take on what it will take to build real resilience—starting with ruthless prioritization. From AI regulation to public utility gaps, this episode dives deep into the systems we rely on and the leadership it takes to protect them.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM NICK ANDERSEN<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/nmandersen/</p><p>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Sentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linked<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#nationalsecurity #cybersecurity #criticalinfrastructure #governmentreadiness #nationalresilience #publicsectorsecurity #leadershipinsecurity #airesilience #infrastructuresecurity #defensestrategy #thewatcherspodcast #nickandersen #andysauer #invictus #missionfirst #techpodcast #cyberthreats #cyber #strategy #TheWatchersPodcast #sentinelblue</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2025 13:26:40 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>Sentinel Blue</author>
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      <itunes:author>Sentinel Blue</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>5939</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Nick Andersen, President and COO of Invictus, joins Andy Sauer to unpack the hard truths about cybersecurity, critical infrastructure, and government readiness. With experience spanning the Marine Corps, DOE, and White House, Nick offers a brutally honest take on what it will take to build real resilience—starting with ruthless prioritization. From AI regulation to public utility gaps, this episode dives deep into the systems we rely on and the leadership it takes to protect them.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM NICK ANDERSEN<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/nmandersen/</p><p>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Sentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linked<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#nationalsecurity #cybersecurity #criticalinfrastructure #governmentreadiness #nationalresilience #publicsectorsecurity #leadershipinsecurity #airesilience #infrastructuresecurity #defensestrategy #thewatcherspodcast #nickandersen #andysauer #invictus #missionfirst #techpodcast #cyberthreats #cyber #strategy #TheWatchersPodcast #sentinelblue</p>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords>cybersecurity, information security, national security, infosec, ciso</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Chase Cunningham on zero trust, AI hype, and strategic security thinking</title>
      <itunes:episode>26</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>26</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Chase Cunningham on zero trust, AI hype, and strategic security thinking</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Cybersecurity expert Dr. Chase Cunningham—aka Doctor Zero Trust—joins us for a frank, no-holds-barred discussion on the broken promises of the security industry, the myth of perfect defense, and how AI hype distorts real threats. From practical strategies for small businesses to federal policy failures, Chase brings a realist's lens to the most pressing challenges in cyber today. If you’re ready to look past buzzwords and dig into what actually works, this episode is for you.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM DR. CHASE CUNNINGHAM<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-chase-cunningham/</p><p>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Sentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linked<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#nationalsecurity #cybersecurity #infosec #zerotrust #ai #aiethics #techpodcast #cyberthreats #cyber #strategy #TheWatchersPodcast #sentinelblue</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Cybersecurity expert Dr. Chase Cunningham—aka Doctor Zero Trust—joins us for a frank, no-holds-barred discussion on the broken promises of the security industry, the myth of perfect defense, and how AI hype distorts real threats. From practical strategies for small businesses to federal policy failures, Chase brings a realist's lens to the most pressing challenges in cyber today. If you’re ready to look past buzzwords and dig into what actually works, this episode is for you.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM DR. CHASE CUNNINGHAM<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-chase-cunningham/</p><p>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Sentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linked<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#nationalsecurity #cybersecurity #infosec #zerotrust #ai #aiethics #techpodcast #cyberthreats #cyber #strategy #TheWatchersPodcast #sentinelblue</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 24 Jun 2025 11:58:32 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>Sentinel Blue</author>
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      <itunes:duration>6567</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Cybersecurity expert Dr. Chase Cunningham—aka Doctor Zero Trust—joins us for a frank, no-holds-barred discussion on the broken promises of the security industry, the myth of perfect defense, and how AI hype distorts real threats. From practical strategies for small businesses to federal policy failures, Chase brings a realist's lens to the most pressing challenges in cyber today. If you’re ready to look past buzzwords and dig into what actually works, this episode is for you.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM DR. CHASE CUNNINGHAM<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-chase-cunningham/</p><p>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Sentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linked<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#nationalsecurity #cybersecurity #infosec #zerotrust #ai #aiethics #techpodcast #cyberthreats #cyber #strategy #TheWatchersPodcast #sentinelblue</p>]]>
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      <title>Mary O’Brien on Joint Command, Combat Medicine Innovation, and the Ethics of AI</title>
      <itunes:episode>25</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>25</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Mary O’Brien on Joint Command, Combat Medicine Innovation, and the Ethics of AI</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Retired Lt. Gen. Mary O’Brien joins us to explore the future of national security, from modernizing combat medicine to the ethical boundaries of AI. With a career spanning cyber intelligence and joint command leadership, Mary shares insights on military transitions, critical infrastructure, and the importance of integrating technology across defense and civilian life. This episode dives deep into leadership, innovation, and the challenges facing the next era of warfare.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM MARY O'BRIEN<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryobrienarlingtonva/</p><p>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Sentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linked<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#nationalsecurity #cyberintelligence #militaryleadership #combatmedicine #AIandethics<br>#defenseInnovation #jointcommand #criticalinfrastructure #futureofwarfare<br>#veteranvoices #techindefense #cyberthreats #cyberdefense #nationalsecurity #digitalbattlefield #modernwarfareinsights #TheWatchersPodcast #sentinelblue</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Retired Lt. Gen. Mary O’Brien joins us to explore the future of national security, from modernizing combat medicine to the ethical boundaries of AI. With a career spanning cyber intelligence and joint command leadership, Mary shares insights on military transitions, critical infrastructure, and the importance of integrating technology across defense and civilian life. This episode dives deep into leadership, innovation, and the challenges facing the next era of warfare.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM MARY O'BRIEN<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryobrienarlingtonva/</p><p>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Sentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linked<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#nationalsecurity #cyberintelligence #militaryleadership #combatmedicine #AIandethics<br>#defenseInnovation #jointcommand #criticalinfrastructure #futureofwarfare<br>#veteranvoices #techindefense #cyberthreats #cyberdefense #nationalsecurity #digitalbattlefield #modernwarfareinsights #TheWatchersPodcast #sentinelblue</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Jun 2025 13:39:12 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>Sentinel Blue</author>
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      <itunes:duration>6064</itunes:duration>
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      <itunes:keywords>cybersecurity, information security, national security, infosec, ciso</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Lucian Niemeyer on operational technology, AI, and critical infrastructure</title>
      <itunes:episode>24</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>24</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Lucian Niemeyer on operational technology, AI, and critical infrastructure</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Lucian Niemeyer joins The Watchers to break down the hidden cyber threats embedded in our infrastructure, from water systems to smart homes. He discusses why operational technology (OT) attacks are the next frontier, how digital twins and AI can change the game, and why America’s energy grid—and national defense—must evolve fast. With experience spanning the DoD to nuclear advocacy, Lucian brings clarity, urgency, and hope to one of the biggest challenges of our time.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM LUCIAN NIEMEYER<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucian-niemeyer-307aa65/</p><p>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Sentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linked<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#cybersecurity #CMMC #nationalsecurity #technology #cisa  #criticalinfrastructure #cyberresilience #nationaldefense #insiderthreats #cyberthreats #cyberdefense #TheWatchersPodcast #SentinelBlue</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 20 May 2025 15:56:22 -0400</pubDate>
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      <itunes:episode>23</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>23</podcast:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Bridget Bean, Executive Director &amp; Senior Official Performing the Duties of the Director at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), joins us to talk about cyber threats, public-private partnerships, and the federal government's new "action-first" approach to securing critical infrastructure. She shares insights on supporting small businesses, strengthening federal networks, and preparing communities for nation-state cyberattacks. With a background spanning FEMA, SBA, and cybersecurity leadership, Bridget explains why trust, collaboration, and optimism are key to defending the homeland in an increasingly digital world.</p><p><br>------<br>MORE FROM BRIDGET BEAN<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/bridget-bean/</p><p>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Sentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linked<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#cybersecurity #CMMC #nationalsecurity #technology #cisa  #criticalinfrastructure #cyberresilience #nationaldefense #insiderthreats #cyberthreats #cyberdefense #TheWatchersPodcast #SentinelBlue</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Sean Stalzer on energy, cyber war, and securing America’s power grid</title>
      <itunes:episode>22</itunes:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Sean Stalzer, CISO, Director of Cyber Security at Dominion Energy, joins The Watchers to discuss how cyber threats from China and Russia target America’s energy grid, and what the energy sector's thankless work force is doing to combat it. We explore vulnerabilities in solar infrastructure, the growing risk of insider threats, and how utilities are adapting to cyber war realities. Sean shares insights on mutual aid, resilience, and how cyber defense protects critical infrastructure. A must-listen for anyone concerned about the intersection of energy, security, and national defense.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM SEAN STALZER<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-stalzer2/</p><p>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Sentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linked<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#cybersecurity #CMMC #nationalsecurity #technology #energysecurity #criticalinfrastructure #cyberresilience #gridsecurity #nationaldefense #insiderthreats #cyberthreats #utilitysecurity #mutualaid #solarsecurity #cyberdefense #energygrid #TheWatchersPodcast #SentinelBlue #DominionEnergy</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 11:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>Sentinel Blue</author>
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      <title>Scott Edwards on CMMC, national security, and the role of MSPs</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of The Watchers, host Andy Sauer sits down with Scott Edwards, CEO of Summit 7 Systems, to discuss the critical role cybersecurity plays in national security. From the challenges of securing the defense industrial base to the rise of AI as the next frontier in cyber warfare, Scott shares his journey, leadership lessons, and insights on navigating evolving threats. This must-watch episode explores innovation, risk, and the future of America’s cybersecurity landscape.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM SCOTT EDWARDS<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/mscottedwards/</p><p>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Sentinel Blue: https://sblu.us/linked<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#cybersecurity #CMMC #nationalsecurity #technology #leadership #podcasts #msp  #managedservices #managedsecurity #datasecurity #manageditservices</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Apr 2025 11:04:15 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Kat Wang on supply chain, AI, and the mad science of cybersecurity</title>
      <itunes:episode>20</itunes:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Kat Wang is a visionary at the forefront of cybersecurity and quantum innovation. With her background at Google and expertise in securing critical infrastructure, Kat dives into the challenges of supply chain threats, the role of AI in addressing workforce shortages, and the urgent need for public-private collaboration in the fight against cybercrime. Discover how quantum technology and bold strategies are shaping the future of data protection and national security.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM KAT WANG<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathryn-wang/</p><p>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #technology #leadership #podcast #SandboxAQ #operationalsecurity #OT #quantum #ai #aisecurity #datasecurity #cryptography</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Kat Wang is a visionary at the forefront of cybersecurity and quantum innovation. With her background at Google and expertise in securing critical infrastructure, Kat dives into the challenges of supply chain threats, the role of AI in addressing workforce shortages, and the urgent need for public-private collaboration in the fight against cybercrime. Discover how quantum technology and bold strategies are shaping the future of data protection and national security.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM KAT WANG<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathryn-wang/</p><p>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #technology #leadership #podcast #SandboxAQ #operationalsecurity #OT #quantum #ai #aisecurity #datasecurity #cryptography</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 20 Mar 2025 14:15:25 -0400</pubDate>
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      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Matthew O’Neill on the Secret Service, cybercrime, and disinformation</title>
      <itunes:episode>18</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>18</podcast:episode>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2025 16:26:39 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>Sentinel Blue</author>
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      <itunes:duration>6004</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Connie Uthoff on geopolitics, cyberwarfare, AI and emerging technologies</title>
      <itunes:episode>17</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>17</podcast:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Connie Uthoff is the Program Director of the Cybersecurity Strategy and Information Management Program at George Washington University and a frequent United States Cybersecurity Magazine contributor. Connie’s global journey in cybersecurity includes leading tabletop exercises, creating scenario-based courses, and focusing on emerging technologies, cyber intelligence, risk, and nation-state threats. We discuss geopolitics, cyberwarfare, AI, privacy, and the need for proactive leadership to navigate the challenges of the fourth industrial revolution.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM CONNIE UTHOFF<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/connieuthoff/</p><p>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #nsa #csis #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa #gwu #teaching</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Connie Uthoff is the Program Director of the Cybersecurity Strategy and Information Management Program at George Washington University and a frequent United States Cybersecurity Magazine contributor. Connie’s global journey in cybersecurity includes leading tabletop exercises, creating scenario-based courses, and focusing on emerging technologies, cyber intelligence, risk, and nation-state threats. We discuss geopolitics, cyberwarfare, AI, privacy, and the need for proactive leadership to navigate the challenges of the fourth industrial revolution.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM CONNIE UTHOFF<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/connieuthoff/</p><p>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #nsa #csis #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa #gwu #teaching</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2025 14:02:39 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Sentinel Blue</author>
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      <itunes:duration>5774</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Connie Uthoff is the Program Director of the Cybersecurity Strategy and Information Management Program at George Washington University and a frequent United States Cybersecurity Magazine contributor. Connie’s global journey in cybersecurity includes leading tabletop exercises, creating scenario-based courses, and focusing on emerging technologies, cyber intelligence, risk, and nation-state threats. We discuss geopolitics, cyberwarfare, AI, privacy, and the need for proactive leadership to navigate the challenges of the fourth industrial revolution.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM CONNIE UTHOFF<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/connieuthoff/</p><p>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #nsa #csis #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa #gwu #teaching</p>]]>
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      <title>Ron Gula on entrepreneurship, cybersecurity, and fighting disinformation</title>
      <itunes:episode>16</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>16</podcast:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Ron Gula is a cybersecurity expert, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Tenable Network Security. Currently the President of Gula Tech Adventures, Ron has a wealth of experience, from his time as an NSA expert to his role as an investor 'adventurer' in cybersecurity companies. We dive into a wide range of topics, including AI, deepfakes, entrepreneurship, cybersecurity responsibility, and the Defense Industrial Base. Ron also shares the story of how he and his wife, Cyndi, launched three companies and reflect on the ever-evolving landscape of misinformation and social media.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM RON GULA<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/rongula/</p><p>GULA TECH ADVENTURES<br>https://www.gula.tech/</p><p>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #nsa #csis #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa #tenable #entrepreneurship #ceo #investing #startup</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2025 10:31:06 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Sentinel Blue</author>
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      <itunes:duration>6022</itunes:duration>
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      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Mark Montgomery on the Cyberspace Solarium Commission and our future</title>
      <itunes:episode>15</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>15</podcast:episode>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 10:58:12 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Sentinel Blue</author>
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      <title>Joyce Hunter on FEMA, supply chain security, and feeding the world</title>
      <itunes:episode>14</itunes:episode>
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      <author>Sentinel Blue</author>
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      <title>Carley Salmon on military life, cyber policy, and transcending ‘technical’</title>
      <itunes:episode>13</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>13</podcast:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Carley Salmon, a cybersecurity data leader at Microsoft Federal Defense and former U.S. Army National Guard Blackhawk pilot has played a large role in shaping the DIB assessment processes within DCMA's DIBCAC, after transitioning from military leadership to cybersecurity. </p><p>She shares her mission-driven approach to cybersecurity policy widely in the DoD community, is passionate about protecting the warfighter, and can provide endless insights on CMMC’s impact on the DIB. Carley offers a fresh perspective on business ethics, societal pressures, and navigating life and professional development with a tenacity to both succeed and give back with undeniable purpose and determination.<br>------<br>MORE FROM CARLEY SALMON<br>LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/carley-s/<br>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod<br>Instagram:   / watcherspodcast  </p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#cybersecurity #datasecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #nsa #csis #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Carley Salmon, a cybersecurity data leader at Microsoft Federal Defense and former U.S. Army National Guard Blackhawk pilot has played a large role in shaping the DIB assessment processes within DCMA's DIBCAC, after transitioning from military leadership to cybersecurity. </p><p>She shares her mission-driven approach to cybersecurity policy widely in the DoD community, is passionate about protecting the warfighter, and can provide endless insights on CMMC’s impact on the DIB. Carley offers a fresh perspective on business ethics, societal pressures, and navigating life and professional development with a tenacity to both succeed and give back with undeniable purpose and determination.<br>------<br>MORE FROM CARLEY SALMON<br>LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/carley-s/<br>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod<br>Instagram:   / watcherspodcast  </p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#cybersecurity #datasecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #nsa #csis #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 03 Feb 2025 11:45:51 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Sentinel Blue</author>
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      <itunes:duration>6656</itunes:duration>
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      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Alison King on national security, Volt Typhoon, and the APT threat</title>
      <itunes:episode>12</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>12</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Alison King on national security, Volt Typhoon, and the APT threat</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Alison King, VP of Government Affairs at Forescout Technologies, is a national security policy trailblazer bridging industry goals with government action. With a decade in federal service and key roles shaping landmark legislation like the FY21 NDAA and CIRCIA, her impact is both strategic and tangible. A 2024 FDD National Security Fellow and Senior Fellow at Auburn University, Alison champions critical infrastructure defense and OT cybersecurity awareness—leading the charge for a safer, more secure future.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM ALISON KING<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisoneking/<br>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #nsa #csis #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa #VoltTyphoon #Cyberspace</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Alison King, VP of Government Affairs at Forescout Technologies, is a national security policy trailblazer bridging industry goals with government action. With a decade in federal service and key roles shaping landmark legislation like the FY21 NDAA and CIRCIA, her impact is both strategic and tangible. A 2024 FDD National Security Fellow and Senior Fellow at Auburn University, Alison champions critical infrastructure defense and OT cybersecurity awareness—leading the charge for a safer, more secure future.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM ALISON KING<br>https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisoneking/<br>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #nsa #csis #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa #VoltTyphoon #Cyberspace</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 23 Dec 2024 10:14:07 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Sentinel Blue</author>
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      <itunes:duration>5291</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Candice Frost on leadership, military intelligence, and national security</title>
      <itunes:episode>11</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>11</podcast:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Candice Frost, a military veteran with over 25 years of service, has built an exceptional career in Military Intelligence, including roles with the 82nd Airborne, 25th Infantry, and operations in Afghanistan, Iraq, and the Balkans. An Iowa native and West Point graduate, Candice’s groundbreaking work in a male-dominated field led her to command the Joint Intelligence Operations Center at Cyber Command, where she oversaw intelligence critical to protecting DoD networks and national infrastructure.</p><p>Passionate about empowering women in combat and fostering forward-thinking leadership, Candice is also an adjunct professor at Georgetown University and a recipient of numerous prestigious awards, including the Bronze Star and Legion of Merit. Now, as the Director of Integrated DoD Accounts at Nightwing, she drives cyber and threat intelligence innovation across military branches.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM CANDICE FROST<br>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/candicefrost1776/</p><p>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #nsa #csis #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Candice Frost, a military veteran with over 25 years of service, has built an exceptional career in Military Intelligence, including roles with the 82nd Airborne, 25th Infantry, and operations in Afghanistan, Iraq, and the Balkans. An Iowa native and West Point graduate, Candice’s groundbreaking work in a male-dominated field led her to command the Joint Intelligence Operations Center at Cyber Command, where she oversaw intelligence critical to protecting DoD networks and national infrastructure.</p><p>Passionate about empowering women in combat and fostering forward-thinking leadership, Candice is also an adjunct professor at Georgetown University and a recipient of numerous prestigious awards, including the Bronze Star and Legion of Merit. Now, as the Director of Integrated DoD Accounts at Nightwing, she drives cyber and threat intelligence innovation across military branches.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM CANDICE FROST<br>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/candicefrost1776/</p><p>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #nsa #csis #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 17 Dec 2024 11:14:21 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Sentinel Blue</author>
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      <itunes:author>Sentinel Blue</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>5313</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Diane Janosek on resilience, cybersecurity and security evolution</title>
      <itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>10</podcast:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Diane Janosek is the CEO of JANOS and a true champion of the cyber industry. Evolving from her legal career, during which she served the Justice Department and Clinton White House, Diane has been blazing a trail of her own in the world of Cyber that includes a 12-year stint with the NSA. Her impact is immeasurable, serving as a mentor and role model to many, while uplifting several organizations that work to promote a more diverse, inclusive, and woman-friendly cyber industry.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM DIANE JANOSEK<br>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diane-janosek-abc/<br>Website: https://dianejanosek.com/<br>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #nsa #csis #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Diane Janosek is the CEO of JANOS and a true champion of the cyber industry. Evolving from her legal career, during which she served the Justice Department and Clinton White House, Diane has been blazing a trail of her own in the world of Cyber that includes a 12-year stint with the NSA. Her impact is immeasurable, serving as a mentor and role model to many, while uplifting several organizations that work to promote a more diverse, inclusive, and woman-friendly cyber industry.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM DIANE JANOSEK<br>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diane-janosek-abc/<br>Website: https://dianejanosek.com/<br>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #nsa #csis #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 10 Dec 2024 16:17:15 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Sentinel Blue</author>
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      <title>Glenn Gerstell on foreign threats, cyber resilience and conflict readiness</title>
      <itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>9</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Glenn Gerstell on foreign threats, cyber resilience and conflict readiness</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Glenn Gerstell is an American lawyer, technology writer, and former NSA General Counsel. Now a Senior Advisor at the Center for Strategic &amp; International Studies (CSIS), he focuses on technology and national security. A former member of President Obama’s National Infrastructure Advisory Council and D.C.’s Homeland Security Commission, Gerstell is a leading voice on Russian disinformation, Chinese cyber threats, and securing U.S. defense supply chains. Known for op-eds in *The New York Times* and *The Washington Post* and frequent commentary on CNN, BBC, and NPR, he highlights risks to operational technology, China's misuse of digital technology, and the pernicious impact of misinformation.</p><p><br>------<br>MORE FROM GLENN GERSTELL<br>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/glenn-gerstell-6a6abb6/<br>NYT OpEd: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/03/04/opinion/ive-dealt-with-foreign-cyberattacks-america-isnt-ready-for-whats-coming.html<br>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #nsa #csis #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Glenn Gerstell is an American lawyer, technology writer, and former NSA General Counsel. Now a Senior Advisor at the Center for Strategic &amp; International Studies (CSIS), he focuses on technology and national security. A former member of President Obama’s National Infrastructure Advisory Council and D.C.’s Homeland Security Commission, Gerstell is a leading voice on Russian disinformation, Chinese cyber threats, and securing U.S. defense supply chains. Known for op-eds in *The New York Times* and *The Washington Post* and frequent commentary on CNN, BBC, and NPR, he highlights risks to operational technology, China's misuse of digital technology, and the pernicious impact of misinformation.</p><p><br>------<br>MORE FROM GLENN GERSTELL<br>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/glenn-gerstell-6a6abb6/<br>NYT OpEd: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/03/04/opinion/ive-dealt-with-foreign-cyberattacks-america-isnt-ready-for-whats-coming.html<br>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #nsa #csis #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 03 Dec 2024 14:26:58 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Sentinel Blue</author>
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      <itunes:author>Sentinel Blue</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>4665</itunes:duration>
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      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Matt Hayden on CISA, elections, and the national cybersecurity challenge</title>
      <itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>8</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Matt Hayden on CISA, elections, and the national cybersecurity challenge</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Matt Hayden is the Vice President of Cyber and Emerging Threats at General Dynamics Information Technology, or GDIT. In his role within GDIT’s Intelligence and Homeland Security division, Matt isn’t just guiding strategy; he’s building bridges—fostering trusted relationships between industry and government. During his tenure at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), he played a significant role in shaping election security policy and initiatives aimed at protecting U.S. election infrastructure.</p><p> </p><p>This episode delves into Hayden’s journey with DHS, an in-depth look at election security, and CISA’s impact on tackling national cybersecurity challenges. We explore his roles at GDIT and The McCrary Institute, his career's unique trajectory across industry and government, and his insights into today’s top cyber threats. With wit and candor, Hayden offers hope for the evolving global cybersecurity landscape.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM MATT HAYDEN<br>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hayden-public/<br>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Matt Hayden is the Vice President of Cyber and Emerging Threats at General Dynamics Information Technology, or GDIT. In his role within GDIT’s Intelligence and Homeland Security division, Matt isn’t just guiding strategy; he’s building bridges—fostering trusted relationships between industry and government. During his tenure at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), he played a significant role in shaping election security policy and initiatives aimed at protecting U.S. election infrastructure.</p><p> </p><p>This episode delves into Hayden’s journey with DHS, an in-depth look at election security, and CISA’s impact on tackling national cybersecurity challenges. We explore his roles at GDIT and The McCrary Institute, his career's unique trajectory across industry and government, and his insights into today’s top cyber threats. With wit and candor, Hayden offers hope for the evolving global cybersecurity landscape.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM MATT HAYDEN<br>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hayden-public/<br>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Nov 2024 06:41:54 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Sentinel Blue</author>
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      <itunes:author>Sentinel Blue</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>5174</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Matt Hayden is the Vice President of Cyber and Emerging Threats at General Dynamics Information Technology, or GDIT. In his role within GDIT’s Intelligence and Homeland Security division, Matt isn’t just guiding strategy; he’s building bridges—fostering trusted relationships between industry and government. During his tenure at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), he played a significant role in shaping election security policy and initiatives aimed at protecting U.S. election infrastructure.</p><p> </p><p>This episode delves into Hayden’s journey with DHS, an in-depth look at election security, and CISA’s impact on tackling national cybersecurity challenges. We explore his roles at GDIT and The McCrary Institute, his career's unique trajectory across industry and government, and his insights into today’s top cyber threats. With wit and candor, Hayden offers hope for the evolving global cybersecurity landscape.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM MATT HAYDEN<br>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hayden-public/<br>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa</p>]]>
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      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Brandon Wales on election security, misinformation and nation state threats</title>
      <itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>7</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Brandon Wales on election security, misinformation and nation state threats</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Brandon Wales is the Vice President of Cybersecurity Strategy with SentinelOne, and the former Executive Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency. He’s a long-standing public figure, particularly within the field of cybersecurity and U.S. government operations.</p><p>Known for shaping CISA's strategic direction, Wales has been one of the leading, instrumental change agents in enhancing federal cybersecurity defenses, coordinating responses to major cyber incidents, and raising national awareness on cyber resilience. Brandon was pivotal in the 2020 U.S. election security efforts, coordinating the agency’s efforts to protect election infrastructure, counteract misinformation, and establish CISA’s "Rumor Control" page to combat misinformation, a resource that proved critical in ensuring public trust and integrity in election processes. This work highlighted the value of public-private partnerships across critical infrastructure sectors.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM BRANDON WALES<br>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-wales/<br>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Brandon Wales is the Vice President of Cybersecurity Strategy with SentinelOne, and the former Executive Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency. He’s a long-standing public figure, particularly within the field of cybersecurity and U.S. government operations.</p><p>Known for shaping CISA's strategic direction, Wales has been one of the leading, instrumental change agents in enhancing federal cybersecurity defenses, coordinating responses to major cyber incidents, and raising national awareness on cyber resilience. Brandon was pivotal in the 2020 U.S. election security efforts, coordinating the agency’s efforts to protect election infrastructure, counteract misinformation, and establish CISA’s "Rumor Control" page to combat misinformation, a resource that proved critical in ensuring public trust and integrity in election processes. This work highlighted the value of public-private partnerships across critical infrastructure sectors.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM BRANDON WALES<br>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-wales/<br>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 05 Nov 2024 08:54:25 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Sentinel Blue</author>
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      <itunes:author>Sentinel Blue</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>7838</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Brandon Wales is the Vice President of Cybersecurity Strategy with SentinelOne, and the former Executive Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency. He’s a long-standing public figure, particularly within the field of cybersecurity and U.S. government operations.</p><p>Known for shaping CISA's strategic direction, Wales has been one of the leading, instrumental change agents in enhancing federal cybersecurity defenses, coordinating responses to major cyber incidents, and raising national awareness on cyber resilience. Brandon was pivotal in the 2020 U.S. election security efforts, coordinating the agency’s efforts to protect election infrastructure, counteract misinformation, and establish CISA’s "Rumor Control" page to combat misinformation, a resource that proved critical in ensuring public trust and integrity in election processes. This work highlighted the value of public-private partnerships across critical infrastructure sectors.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM BRANDON WALES<br>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-wales/<br>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #cisa</p>]]>
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      <title>Michael McLaughlin on service, security, and the growing cyber threat</title>
      <itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>6</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Michael McLaughlin on service, security, and the growing cyber threat</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Michael McLaughlin is an attorney and author, who served in the United States Navy and now serves as a critical advisory to industry as we face a growing list of threats in the cyber domain. His book, Battlefield Cyber, brings these threats to light and paints a stark picture of where we need to focus our attention to defend our modern society going forward.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM MICHAEL MCLAUGHLIN<br>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-g-mclaughlin/<br>Battlefield Cyber: https://www.amazon.com/Battlefield-Cyber-Undermining-Democracy-National/dp/B0CFM9K8H5<br>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast </p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Michael McLaughlin is an attorney and author, who served in the United States Navy and now serves as a critical advisory to industry as we face a growing list of threats in the cyber domain. His book, Battlefield Cyber, brings these threats to light and paints a stark picture of where we need to focus our attention to defend our modern society going forward.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM MICHAEL MCLAUGHLIN<br>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-g-mclaughlin/<br>Battlefield Cyber: https://www.amazon.com/Battlefield-Cyber-Undermining-Democracy-National/dp/B0CFM9K8H5<br>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast </p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 01 Nov 2024 15:44:49 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>Sentinel Blue</author>
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      <itunes:duration>3974</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Michael McLaughlin is an attorney and author, who served in the United States Navy and now serves as a critical advisory to industry as we face a growing list of threats in the cyber domain. His book, Battlefield Cyber, brings these threats to light and paints a stark picture of where we need to focus our attention to defend our modern society going forward.</p><p>------<br>MORE FROM MICHAEL MCLAUGHLIN<br>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-g-mclaughlin/<br>Battlefield Cyber: https://www.amazon.com/Battlefield-Cyber-Undermining-Democracy-National/dp/B0CFM9K8H5<br>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast </p>]]>
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      <title>Robert Disney on service, sacrifice, artificial intelligence and our future</title>
      <itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>5</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Robert Disney on service, sacrifice, artificial intelligence and our future</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Robert Disney is a retired Air Force Pararescueman and emerging expert in artificial intelligence. After a military career that saw Robert deployed to combat, and suffering several combat injuries, Robert could have taken a quiet retirement. But as you'll find out, he's tireless in his desire to keep learning, and he's now turned toward a career as an artificial intelligence specialist. We appreciate Robert so much for sharing his story with us, and hope you'll enjoy!</p><p><br>------<br>MORE FROM ROBERT DISNEY<br>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertdisney/<br>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast #ai #airforce #pararescue #usaf #military</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 29 Aug 2024 16:10:17 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>Sentinel Blue</author>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 21 Aug 2024 10:25:28 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>Sentinel Blue</author>
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      <itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 06 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Renee Wynn is a longtime public servant, having spent over 2 decades with the Environmental Protection Agency, before taking on the role of Chief Information Officer for America's favorite federal institution, NASA. During her four-year tenure at NASA, she oversaw some of it's biggest digital modernization work completed and established its first global cybersecurity program. Now retired, Renee continues her work as an advisor, board member, mentor, and community contributor. </p><p>------<br>MORE FROM RENEE WYNN<br>LinkedIn: https://wtchs.us/x1ctyt<br>------<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/<br>--------------------------------------------------------------<br>#nasa #cybersecurity #infosec #nationalsecurity #ciso #cio #technology #leadership #podcast</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jul 2024 09:16:18 -0400</pubDate>
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      <itunes:keywords>cybersecurity, information security, national security, infosec, ciso</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Andrew McCabe on Democracy, Cybersecurity, and the work of the FBI </title>
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      <itunes:duration>7278</itunes:duration>
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      <title>The Watchers | Podcast Launch Teaser</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>FOLLOW THE WATCHERS<br>Website: https://thewatchers.io<br>LinkedIn: https://thewatchers.io/linkedin<br>Twitter: https://x.com/Watchers_Pod<br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watcherspodcast/</p><p>JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON DISCORD<br>https://thewatchers.io/Discord</p><p>GET THE AUDIO PODCAST<br>RSS Feed: https://thewatchers.io/feed<br>Episodes: https://thewatchers.io/episodes</p><p>CONNECT WITH ANDY<br>LinkedIn: https://sblu.us/Andy</p><p>PRODUCED BY<br>https://www.sentinelblue.com</p><p>PRODUCTION TEAM<br>https://www.brandready.com/</p>]]>
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