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The SafeHouse Podcast series is presented by The SafeHouse Initiative (safehouseinitiative.org). The SafeHouse Initiative was organized to provide education and awareness to businesses who are inundated with technical concepts, jargon and terms around the concepts of Business Continuity and Cyber Security. The SafeHouse Initiative is a collaborative organization where organizations can turn to gain a holistic view of solutions, education information, and cyber security insights. Reach out to any of the SafeHouse Initiative contributors to learn more. Be sure to rate us and leave some comments!

  1. When Cybersecurity became a state responsibility with James Saunders

    1 DAY AGO

    When Cybersecurity became a state responsibility with James Saunders

    Nearly a year after federal cybersecurity policy shifted responsibility and funding to the states, what does that change actually look like in practice? In this episode of The SafeHouse Podcast, host Jeff Edwards sits down with James Saunders, Chief Information Security Officer for the State of Maryland, to unpack how cybersecurity leadership, resilience, and public service are evolving at the state level. James shares his career journey from frontline technical support at Comcast to federal cybersecurity leadership during COVID, and now to safeguarding Maryland’s digital infrastructure. Along the way, he explains Maryland’s IT Master Plan, the state’s five-pillar cybersecurity strategy, and why partnerships, talent development, and resilience matter more than ever. The conversation goes beyond policy and architecture, touching on leadership, empathy, burnout, and what it really takes to sustain a career in cybersecurity. If you work in cybersecurity, IT leadership, government, or risk management, this episode offers a rare, candid look inside how states are adapting to a new national reality. Key topics include: The shift of cybersecurity responsibility from federal to state governmentsMaryland’s IT Master Plan and cybersecurity strategyCyber resilience beyond technology aloneBuilding and retaining cybersecurity talentInformation sharing across statesLeadership lessons from crisis moments like COVIDOne practical thing everyone can do to improve their security posture #SafeHousePodcast #CyberRisk #CyberSecurity  #StateCybersecurity #RiskManagement #CyberSecurityPodcast  #Resilience #PublicSectorIT

    30 min
  2. Why Cyber Warranties Are Not Insurance — and Why That Matters

    22 JAN

    Why Cyber Warranties Are Not Insurance — and Why That Matters

    Most people think warranties and insurance are interchangeable. They’re not Insurance transfers risk after loss. Warranties enforce behavior before loss. In this episode of The SafeHouse Podcast, Jeff Edwards speaks with Kirsten Bay, CEO and co-founder of Cysurance, about why warranties are becoming a critical layer in cyber risk management. We discuss: Why traditional cyber insurance struggles with preventionHow warranties tie security controls to real accountabilityThe role of embedded security and measurable outcomesHow warranties reduce loss severity and support underwritingWhat this shift means for insurers, brokers, CISOs, and boardsThis conversation reframes how cyber risk is reduced, not just insured. If you care about resilience, insurability, and prevention-first models, this episode is for you. #SafeHousePodcast #CyberRisk#CyberInsurance  #RiskManagement#CyberSecurityPodcast #Resilience #Cysurance

    41 min
  3. Cybersecurity Frameworks Made Practical: From Confusion to Clarity,

    9 JAN

    Cybersecurity Frameworks Made Practical: From Confusion to Clarity,

    In this episode of The SafeHouse Podcast, we’re joined by Ryan Ettridge, CEO of CyberCert, an Australian innovator helping SMBs and enterprises turn compliance into measurable cyber resilience. Titled “Cybersecurity Frameworks Made Practical: From Confusion to Clarity,” this conversation tackles a problem many organizations face: frameworks and standards that look good on paper but feel impossible to implement in the real world. Ryan breaks down how AI-driven cyber certification can help organizations predict where risk is most likely to emerge, prevent disruption before it becomes a claim, and protect both insureds and carriers by creating clear, defensible signals of cyber maturity. We also explore how certification data can bridge the long-standing gap between technology teams and the cyber insurance ecosystem — giving brokers, underwriters, and policyholders a shared language for risk, resilience, and insurability. If you’ve ever wondered how to move from framework fatigue to practical cyber readiness, this episode delivers clarity. Predict. Prevent. Protect. #CyberResilience #AI #CyberInsurance #SafeHousePodcast #PredictPreventProtect #CyberCert

    31 min
  4. Cybercrime Is a Human Problem: A Conversation with Charlotte Hooper of The Cyber Helpline

    18/12/2025

    Cybercrime Is a Human Problem: A Conversation with Charlotte Hooper of The Cyber Helpline

    When cybercrime hits, most people don’t know where to turn. In this episode of The SafeHouse Podcast, Jeff Edwards sits down with Charlotte Hooper, Co-Founder and Head of Operations at The Cyber Helpline, a nonprofit providing free, human-led support to victims of cybercrime in the UK, US, and beyond. Charlotte shares how a deeply personal experience with cyberstalking led her from policing into building one of the most practical cyber victim support models in operation today. We unpack how The Cyber Helpline handles more than 600 cases a month across 50+ categories of cybercrime using a mix of self-help tools, machine learning, and a global volunteer network. What we cover: • What actually happens after someone realizes they’ve been hacked, scammed, or stalked • Why most victims fall through the cracks of law enforcement and insurers • How a volunteer-driven model can scale without losing empathy or accuracy • Where AI and chatbots help and where they absolutely don’t • The fastest-growing cyber threats targeting individuals and small organizations • What “cyber victim support done right” should look like in the next five years This is a grounded, honest conversation about cybercrime at the human level and what it really takes to help people recover when prevention fails. If you work in cybersecurity, insurance, IT, incident response, or simply want to understand the reality victims face, this episode is worth your time. 🔔 Subscribe for more conversations on cyber resilience, incident response, and building a world without downtime. #TheSafeHousePodcast #CyberHelpline #CyberCrime #CyberVictims #IncidentResponse #CyberResilience #CyberSecurityAwareness #DigitalSafety #OnlineScams #CyberStalking #NonprofitTech #HumanCenteredSecurity #AIandCyber #CyberInsurance #BusinessContinuity

    20 min
  5. From Bootcamps to Battlefields: Keith Gologorsky on Modern Cyber Training

    04/12/2025

    From Bootcamps to Battlefields: Keith Gologorsky on Modern Cyber Training

    In this episode of the Safe House Initiative podcast, host Jeff Edwards welcomes Keith Gologorsky, Head of Public Sector at Hack the Box, for an in-depth conversation about building a successful career in cybersecurity. Keith shares his personal journey from computer science graduate to government analyst, recounting pivotal moments in military operations, threat analysis, and international collaboration. The discussion explores the limitations of traditional certifications, the importance of hands-on training, and the need for regularly updated, gamified learning experiences. Keith also addresses the cybersecurity skills gap, the evolving role of AI, and offers actionable advice for organizations of all sizes: prioritize cross-training and real-world practice to build resilient teams. Tune in for practical insights and strategies to future-proof your cybersecurity workforce. #CyberSecuirty #InfoSec #CyberSkillsGap #ContinuousLearning #HTB #HackTheBox #SafeHousePodcast

    25 min
  6. Cyber Decision Diagrams for OT/ICS: Turning Tribal Knowledge into Action w/ Sarah Flukes, CTO, Admeritia

    13/11/2025

    Cyber Decision Diagrams for OT/ICS: Turning Tribal Knowledge into Action w/ Sarah Flukes, CTO, Admeritia

    Host Jeff Edwards talks with Sarah Flukes, CTO of Admeritia, about a simple but powerful idea: cyber decision diagrams. Born from real-world work in water utilities and industrial sites, these function-oriented maps turn complex OT/ICS environments into clear, shared understanding—for security, operations, incident response, and design. In this episode Why traditional network/asset maps fail engineers—and what “function-first” fixesUsing diagrams for OT/ICS risk, IR restart plans, and security-by-designCognitive effectiveness: diagrams people actually understand and useFree, no-login tool and why data stays local (no tracking)How SMBs and critical infrastructure can start todayResources: Free tools & guides at SafeHouseInitiative.org (no tracking, no fees) Guest: Sarah Flukes • Host: Jeff Edwards 🎬 Production Team: Alan Gin – Executive Producer Jen Carpenter – Editor & Post Production Supervisor Keith Fukuhara – Production Manager & Technical Director Dorian Naveh – Marketing & Social Media Manager #️⃣ Hashtags: #CyberSecurity #OTSecurity #ICS #CriticalInfrastructure #IndustrialSecurity #RiskManagement #IncidentResponse #SecurityByDesign #WaterUtilities #SMB #Admeritia #CyberDecisionDiagrams #SafeHousePodcast

    32 min
  7. SMB Cybersecurity in the Age of AI — Practical Defense with Chuck Brooks (Georgetown | Brooks Consulting)

    30/10/2025

    SMB Cybersecurity in the Age of AI — Practical Defense with Chuck Brooks (Georgetown | Brooks Consulting)

    Host Jeff Edwards sitsdown with Chuck Brooks—adjunct professor at Georgetown andpresident of Brooks Consulting—to cut through the noise on SMB cybersecurity.From AI-supercharged phishing and IoT sprawl to zero trust, CMMC/NIST, and why MFAisthe #1 first step, Chuck translates complex threats into clear actions anysmall or midsize business can take today.   You’ll learn   Resources: Free guides at SafeHouseInitiative.org (notracking, no fees) Guest: Chuck Brooks • Host: JeffEdwards   🎬 Production Team: Alan Gin – Executive Producer Jen Carpenter – Editor & Post ProductionSupervisor Keith Fukuhara – Production Manager &Technical Director Dorian Naveh – Marketing & Social MediaManager   #️⃣ Hashtags: #CyberSecurity #SMB #SmallBusiness #AI#Phishing #MFA #ZeroTrust #CMMC #NIST #IoT #OTSecurity #RiskManagement#BusinessContinuity #IncidentResponse #SafeHousePodcast

    28 min
  8. SMB Cyber Insurance: Why Only 4% Buy — Myths, Budgets & Better Options (w/ Eric Cernak)

    16/10/2025

    SMB Cyber Insurance: Why Only 4% Buy — Myths, Budgets & Better Options (w/ Eric Cernak)

    Why do only ~4% of small and midsize businesses carry a standalone cyber policy? Host Jeff Edwards digs in with returning guest Eric Cernak (Hanover Insurance Group) to separate myth from reality and lay out practical next steps for SMBs, brokers, and MSPs. In this episode: “We’re too small to be a target” — how modern threat actors actually operateBolt-ons vs. standalone: where coverage (and limits) really differBudget tradeoffs in a hard insurance marketWhy early incident reporting helps outcomes (and renewals)Warranties, MSPs, and where to get trustworthy guidanceOne thing you can do today: start asking better questionsWho should listen: SMB owners, CISOs at resource-constrained orgs, MSPs, brokers/agents, and anyone shaping cyber risk decisions. Resources: Free guides & checklists at SafeHouseInitiative.org (no logins, tracking, or fees) Hosts & Guest: Jeff Edwards • with Eric Cernak #️⃣ Hashtags: #CyberInsurance #SMB #SmallBusinessSecurity #BusinessContinuity #Ransomware #RiskManagement #InsuranceBrokers #MSP #SupplyChainRisk #GenerativeAI #DataBreach #SafeHousePodcast

    26 min
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The SafeHouse Podcast series is presented by The SafeHouse Initiative (safehouseinitiative.org). The SafeHouse Initiative was organized to provide education and awareness to businesses who are inundated with technical concepts, jargon and terms around the concepts of Business Continuity and Cyber Security. The SafeHouse Initiative is a collaborative organization where organizations can turn to gain a holistic view of solutions, education information, and cyber security insights. Reach out to any of the SafeHouse Initiative contributors to learn more. Be sure to rate us and leave some comments!

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  • Creator
    The SafeHouse Initiative
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    89
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    Explicit
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