Bytes of Wisdom

In this engaging episode, Veda Woods, the founder of Protect Us Kids and Global Cybersecurity Advisory Group, discusses her groundbreaking work. The conversation explores her journey in the information security industry and how it led her to establish organizations focused on protecting children and promoting sustainable cybersecurity efforts. This episode delves deep into the challenges of child exploitation and organizational culture in cybersecurity, and the importance of establishing genuine connections in the industry. It's a unique blend of technology, social impact, and the vital task of shaping a safer future for our children.

In this episode of 'Bytes of Wisdom', Ossie, Jeremy and John dive deep into the realm of cutting-edge technology. The episode begins with an important announcement about the podcast's name change to better align with its mission. The trio then delves into a discussion about Apple's Vision Pro and other potential applications of augmented reality technology. As they share personal experiences with technology, they touch on the evolution of mobile technology, the impact of the internet, and the rise of the iPhone and mobile apps. They explore the potential of devices like the Vision Pro to transform our interactions and experiences—whether it's redefining how we work or transforming the way we consume content. The conversation ends on a forward-thinking note, emphasizing the benefits of staying curious and open to new technological developments.

In this week's episode, live and in person, Jeremy, John, and Ossie discuss their personal experiences living with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), mainly focusing on how it affects them in their professional and personal lives. They discuss their different mechanisms for coping with ADHD and how they have sometimes found their symptoms to be advantageous in certain situations. The conversation also broaches the topic of stardom and its impact on personal lives, using athletes such as Tiger Woods as examples. The speakers also consider the effectiveness of certain ADHD medications and the changes they've noticed in their personality, focus, and behaviors after starting the treatment.

Mentoring Session EP16 M2 - Discussion on Career Growth in Cybersecurity In the second episode of the 'Mentoring Session' series, the special guest Jen Swan, a cybersecurity professional with an 11-year experience, discusses her growth and prospects in the field. Conversation covers her pathway from senior manager of incident response to the director managing three cybersecurity teams. The challenges of imposter syndrome and maintaining professional relationships are also discussed, with valuable advice on team management and mentoring. Jen expresses her future ambition to become a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and the team suggests strategies for her continued professional development.

The hosts discuss hoarding disorder, its link to ADHD and OCD, and the impact on living conditions. They also explore the different levels of hoarding and the challenges faced by severe hoarders. Additionally, they share their experiences with cleaning and organizing, attributing it to ADHD. The podcast concludes with a discussion on celebrating love throughout the year and humorous anecdotes about hoarding, Valentine's Day, and Charlie Sheen.

In this episode, host John Bellone, along with co-hosts Jeremy Rossi and Ossie Munroe, invite Gareth Watts, Co-Founder and CTO of Atolio, to discuss his passion for computing and his experiences in successful tech startups. From his early computer endeavors to founding his own venture, this conversation provides an insight into Gareth's exciting journey and a peek into the exciting world of cutting-edge AI technology.

In this episode Ossie, Jeremy, and John reflect on the year 2023. The discussion spans personal and professional milestones, what contributed to a successful year, and plans for improvement in 2024. They also discuss their evolving relationship with news and media, their struggle with work-life balance, and how they handle extraneous stresses.  The hosts dive into some potential challenges and growth for the next year while grappling with introverted tendencies, continuously developing oneself, and living a healthier lifestyle.

In this conversation, Ossie and John discuss the education requirements in the technology and security fields. They explore the struggles with self-esteem and imposter syndrome for individuals without higher education degrees. The conversation delves into the differences between technology and security education requirements, highlighting the nascent nature of the security industry and the shortage of talent. The hosts also discuss the lack of security-focused programs in universities and the need for the industry to challenge traditional hiring practices. They conclude by examining the chicken and egg dilemma of industry acceptance versus education availability. Takeaways Individuals without higher education degrees may struggle with self-esteem and imposter syndrome in the technology and security fields. The security industry has a shortage of talent, leading to a more flexible approach to education requirements. There is a lack of security-focused programs in universities, with most security professionals coming from other technology backgrounds. The industry needs to challenge traditional hiring practices and look for talent in non-traditional places to improve diversity and inclusion.

In this episode of Surprise Multiplayer Podcast, hosts Ossie, Jeremy, and John delve into the importance of effort in personal and professional growth. They discuss their individual perspectives on effort, willingness to learn, and the impact of societal perceptions. The hosts further explore how effort relates to change, the fear of failure, the process of decision-making, and setting and achieving goals. Jeremy and Ossie almost end with a challenge on the golf course!

Hosts discuss golf and AI-generated headshots, sharing funny observations. They explore the booming market of golf training aids, types of simulators, and the pros and cons of golf clubs. Etiquette in golf and expressing emotions for better performance are discussed. They also touch on the search for a driving range and relying on trusted instruction.