The Digital Trust Podcast

Christian Redshaw

Conversations with experts about establishing, increasing, and preserving digital trust.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Cyber-Security Partnership: Humans + AI | Gavin Roberts

    5 DAYS AGO

    Cyber-Security Partnership: Humans + AI | Gavin Roberts

    AI is making phishing smarter… are we becoming weaker?   On Season 2 Episode 16 of the Digital Trust podcast, host Christian Redshaw and co-host Zach(ary) Eikenberry sit down once again with Gavin Roberts, CTO of Topsec Cloud Solutions, to continue the conversation on the evolving realities of email security.   Drawing from decades of experience in fraud detection and cybersecurity, Roberts offers a grounded perspective on the industry’s growing reliance on AI, emphasizing the importance of maintaining strong technical foundations alongside emerging tools.   The discussion highlights how email continues to dominate as the primary attack vector, why improved phishing quality hasn’t necessarily translated to better detection outcomes, and how overdependence on automation can introduce new risks within security teams. Roberts also reinforces the need for layered security approaches, ensuring organizations aren’t relying solely on default protections.   If your organization is leaning heavily on AI without reinforcing fundamentals, this is a conversation worth tuning into.   #DigitalTrustPodcast #CyberSecurity #EmailSecurity #AI #Phishing #ITLeadership #RiskManagement #DigitalTrust #GavinRoberts #ChristianRedshaw #ZackEikenberry #PeopleProcessTechnology Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    15 min
  2. The Busiest Street in Cyber Security - Email | Gavin Roberts

    8 APR

    The Busiest Street in Cyber Security - Email | Gavin Roberts

    90% of cyberattacks still start with email yet most organizations are still underestimating it.   On Season 2 Episode 15 of the Digital Trust podcast, host Christian Redshaw and co-host Zach(ary) Eikenberry sit down with Gavin Roberts, CTO of Topsec Cloud Solutions, to unpack why email security remains one of the biggest and most misunderstood risks in cybersecurity.   With over 25 years of experience across fraud detection, financial systems, and email security, Roberts shares why AI is making phishing attacks more convincing than ever, while also warning against over-reliance on automation without maintaining strong technical fundamentals.   The conversation dives into: • Why email continues to be the #1 attack vector • The real impact of AI on both attackers and defenders • Why layered security beats “all-in-one” solutions • The growing risk of skill gaps in security teams   If you're relying on default email security alone… this episode is a must-watch.    #DigitalTrustPodcast #CyberSecurity #EmailSecurity #AI #Phishing #ITLeadership #RiskManagement #DigitalTrust #GavinRoberts #ChristianRedshaw #ZackEikenberry #PeopleProcessTechnology Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    15 min
  3. The Value of A Vendor: Advise → Support → Enable with Grady Johnston

    25 MAR

    The Value of A Vendor: Advise → Support → Enable with Grady Johnston

    On Season 2 Episode 14 of the Digital Trust podcast, host Christian Redshaw and co-host Zach(ary) Eikenberry welcome back Grady J. Global Director of Business Development at eSentire. Building on his experience across CIO, CSO, and product leadership roles, Johnston shares practical insights on how IT leaders can rethink vendor relationships; not as transactional exchanges, but as strategic partnerships that advise, support, and enable business growth. The conversation dives into how to evaluate vendors beyond price, why proof-of-concept testing in controlled environments is critical in today’s fast-moving AI landscape, and how organizations can leverage vendor ecosystems to reduce costs while strengthening internal capabilities. Johnston also highlights the importance of aligning technology decisions with broader business outcomes, helping IT teams move from reactive cost centers to proactive strategic drivers. #DigitalTrustPodcast #CyberSecurity #ITLeadership #VendorManagement #StrategicPartnerships #RiskManagement #ITStrategy #DigitalTrust #GradyJohnston #ChristianRedshaw #ZackEikenberry #PeopleProcessTechnology Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    15 min
  4. Invest in People & Build Relationships with Grady Johnston

    11 MAR

    Invest in People & Build Relationships with Grady Johnston

    On Season 2 Episode 13 of the Digital Trust podcast, host Christian Redshaw and co-host Zach(ary) Eikenberry sit down with Grady J. Johnston, Global Director of Business Development for eSentire. Drawing from experience as a CIO, CSO, IT director, and product leader, Johnston shares practical insights on building effective security teams and strengthening the relationship between IT and the broader business. The conversation explores why mentorship and continuous training are essential for growing IT talent, how IT leaders can leverage vendor ecosystems for free training and development resources, and why cultivating long-term professional networks creates lasting value across organizations. Johnston also explains how forming cross-department compliance committees can help IT leaders gain strategic buy-in for security initiatives and technology changes—transforming IT from a cost center into a strategic business partner. #DigitalTrustPodcast #CyberSecurity #ITLeadership #Mentorship #ChangeManagement #VendorPartnerships #ITStrategy #DigitalTrust #GradyJohnston #ChristianRedshaw #ZackEikenberry #PeopleProcessTechnology Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    16 min
  5. A World Without Downtime: Rethinking Business Continuity

    14 JAN

    A World Without Downtime: Rethinking Business Continuity

    On the Digital Trust Podcast, host Christian Redshaw sits down with Jeff Edwards and Alan Gin of Zero Down Software to explore how early ideas of virtual business continuity evolved into today’s application-first resilience. The takeaway: backups alone aren’t enough—true digital trust requires seamless availability and recovery that customers never notice. #DigitalTrustPodcast #DigitalTrust #OperationalResilience #BusinessContinuity #ApplicationFirst #ZeroDownSoftware #NoDowntime #CyberResilience #ITLeadership Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    12 min
  6. Building Cyber Resilience: Real-World Cyber Priorities with Laura Payne

    19/11/2025

    Building Cyber Resilience: Real-World Cyber Priorities with Laura Payne

    On the Digital Trust podcast, host Christian Redshaw interviews Laura Payne, CEO of White Tuque (Canada), to unpack major cybersecurity misconceptions and practical resilience strategies. Payne debunks the myth that cybersecurity must be expensive and stresses that security is a continuous discipline—not a one-time setup. She contrasts legacy CVSS-driven vulnerability management with modern risk-based approaches that prioritize real attacker behavior. The discussion also highlights the value of tabletop exercises for incident readiness and the role of neuroscience-informed security awareness in reducing human-factor risks. #DigitalTrustPodcast #CyberSecurity #RiskBasedVM #VulnerabilityManagement #IncidentResponse #SecurityAwareness #HumanFactors #CyberResilience #LauraPayne #ChristianRedshaw #ContinuousSecurity #PeopleProcessTechnology Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    13 min
  7. Finding the “Yes” in Security: Balancing Trust, Culture, and Leadership with Laura Payne

    05/11/2025

    Finding the “Yes” in Security: Balancing Trust, Culture, and Leadership with Laura Payne

    On the Digital Trust Podcast, host Christian Redshaw speaks with Laura Payne, CEO of White Tuque, about her journey from IT to cybersecurity leadership. Laura shares how security should enable—not block—business goals, highlighting the importance of a “we can find a yes” mindset, a culture of trust, and shared responsibility between IT and business. Her insights redefine cybersecurity as a balance of protection, collaboration, and business agility. #DigitalTrustPodcast #CybersecurityLeadership #CultureAndTrust #BusinessAlignment #CyberResilience #RiskManagement #ChristianRedshaw #LauraPayne #WhiteTuque ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Host LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-redshaw Guest LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-l-payne Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    13 min
  8. Bridging Technology and Business: Lessons in Cybersecurity Leadership with Neal Mullen

    15/10/2025

    Bridging Technology and Business: Lessons in Cybersecurity Leadership with Neal Mullen

    For this episode of the Digital Trust podcast, Host Christian Redshaw welcomes CISO Neal Mullen of the HSE (Ireland). Neal details his evolution from a biomedical electrical engineer to a Global Head of Operational Resilience and ultimately, a CISO. His journey highlights the critical need for technical experts to acquire business acumen (pursued through diplomas and Master's degrees) to shift from technical tasks to strategic leadership. Influenced by a protective ethos, Neal's focus shifted from technical fixes to operational risk and business continuity. His key advice for IT professionals entering security today: avoid jargon, learn to speak the language of business risk, and utilize clear control frameworks. #DigitalTrustPodcast #CISO #LeadershipJourney #OperationalResilience #BusinessAcumen #CybersecurityCareers #RiskManagement #Mentorship #TechToExec Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    14 min
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Conversations with experts about establishing, increasing, and preserving digital trust.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Christian Redshaw
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    45
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Christian Redshaw
  • Show Website
    The Digital Trust Podcast