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NextGen Cyber: The future of cybersecurityWhere Hands-On Meets HometownJeff Johnston, Program Director and Instructor at North Georgia Technical College, joins the podcast to share how he launched a brand-new cybersecurity program in the North Georgia mountains. Hear how the U.S. Cyber Range helped streamline hands-on learning, the impact it's had on student engagement and employability, and Jeff’s vision for scaling experiential cybersecurity education across departments and campuses. From building student confidence to preparing job-ready graduates, this episode dives into the real-world impact of bringing cyber skills to life in the classroom.2025-06-3024 min
CyberHub PodcastDaily Cyber News: WestJet Grounded by Hackers, 8.4M Zoomcar Users Exposed & 46,000 Grafana Sites at Risk🎙️ Daily Cyber News: WestJet Grounded by Hackers, 8.4M Zoomcar Users Exposed & 46,000 Grafana Sites at Risk 🚨 Join us daily on the CyberHub Podcast as we delve into the latest headlines for cybersecurity practitioners Ep – 928: Today’s episode will discuss the latest news as WestJet Grounded by Hackers more news below:· North Carolina & Georgia Cyber Attacks· Russian Researcher Hacked· Israel and Iran at War! For more information, please visit our website: https://www.cyberhubpodcast.com/ ✅ Story Links: https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/westj...2025-06-1615 min
Cyber Crime JunkiesFace of Cybercrime. How Cyber Attacks Kill Patients.Welcome to Bainbridge, Georgia—where a cyber attack turned Memorial Hospital into a warzone of blinking screens and silent phones. This isn't sci-fi. It's the chilling truth of how ransomware can lead to real-world deaths. In this episode, we unpack the battle between Embargo and Memorial Health, and reveal the emotional and life-threatening toll of cybercrime.Send us a textGrowth without Interruption. Get peace of mind. Stay Competitive-Get NetGain. Contact NetGain today at 844-777-6278 or reach out online at www.NETGAINIT.com Support the show...2025-06-0631 min
Coffee Break with the Chamber ChicksSecure Your BizSmall businesses are big targets when it comes to cyber threats. In this episode, we chat with Stephen Riser of Atomspeed about simple, smart ways to protect your business—everything from email scams to ransomware and backups!---Contact our guest!Stephen Riser | Atomspeed770-305-6192 | atomspeed.net2025-05-2719 min
Guard 2 Guard podcast🎙️ Season 2 Premiere – "No Excuses: Every MOS, Every Soldier"Welcome to Season 2 of the Guard 2 Guard Podcast — where we’re doubling down on what matters most: the soldiers. This season, we’re going beyond the surface. Every episode, every MOS, every soldier — , no excuses.From cannon crewmembers to cyber specialists, medics to mechanics, we’re sitting down with the people who keep the mission moving — one story at a time. Whether they joined straight out of high school, came through the Future Soldier Preparatory Course, or balanced college, combat training and business, we’re telling it all.This is more than a podcast...2025-05-0801 min
GCA HootworthyServe, Study, Soar: Omolade’s Hootworthy Rise to ValedictorianSend us a textOmolade is GCA’s 2025 Valedictorian—but her story goes beyond grades. She’s an encourager, an athlete, and a future nurse with a mindset built on faith, hard work, and heart. In this episode, she shares how she stayed grounded, what helped her push through, and why showing up as yourself matters most. Enjoy the show.🎙️ Hootworthy: The Podcast That Gives a HootWe’re all about spotlighting the incredible students and faculty of GCA—their achievements, passions, and stories that deserve to be heard. Watch full episodes on You...2025-04-1819 minGCA HootworthyMalaki's Hootworthy Mindset: From Doubt to Dominance in TaekwondoSend us a textMalaki didn’t even want to try Taekwondo at first. A year later, he’s undefeated and a national champ. In this episode, we talk about how he pushed past doubt, stayed focused under pressure, and built the mindset that took him from nervous beginner to confident competitor.🎙️ Hootworthy: The Podcast That Gives a HootWe’re all about spotlighting the incredible students and faculty of GCA—their achievements, passions, and stories that deserve to be heard. Watch full episodes on YouTube: Hootworthy Playlist 📲 Follow, subscr...2025-03-2818 minGCA HootworthyFalling, Failing, and Flying: Lily’s Hootworthy Path in Aerial ArtsSend us a textLily didn’t grow up dreaming of aerial silks—she just decided to give it a shot. What started as a Christmas gift quickly turned into a passion, but the journey wasn’t easy. From failed first attempts (she’s not submitting video proof) to pushing past self-doubt in a room full of trained aerialists, Lily’s story is about persistence, creativity, and proving to yourself that you’re capable of more than you think. Tune in as she shares the highs, the struggles, and the unexpected lessons she’s taking with her as she heads t...2025-02-2819 min
Stand Tall PodcastPART 1 - How Cyber Bullying Really Effects PeopleThis is a true, raw, real life story of Cyber Bullying and its effets on a person. Hosted by Amie Morris and our guest Georgia Cramp, who shares her heartbreaking Cyber Bullying experience and life changing advice on overcoming. Cyberbullying is when someone uses the internet to be mean to a child or young person so they feel bad or upset. It can happen on a social media site, game, app, or any other online or electronic service or platform. It can include: posts, comments, texts, messages, chats, livestreams, memes, images, videos and emails.These a...2025-02-2816 minGCA HootworthyHootworthy Students Ellie and Arwen Soar at GCA’s 2024 Science and Social Studies FairSend us a textHootworthy Students Ellie and Arwen Soar at GCA’s 2024 Science and Social Studies FairGeorgia Cyber Academy students Ellie and Arwen took home top honors for secondary grades at the 2024 Social Studies and Science Fair held at the Tellus Museum. Ellie’s science project explored how train weight impacts speed, while Arwen’s social studies project highlighted the innovations and impacts of World War I.Inspiration Behind the ProjectsEllie was inspired by a video in class on ele...2025-01-3119 min
Georgia Tech Research PodcastTech Connects: Paul Brancato and Moeiini ReillyYou are invited to listen to the next Tech Connects podcast on Friday, January 24th. The purpose of the Tech Connects series is to disseminate institutional knowledge of technical capabilities and portfolios across all of GTRI. The January 24th Tech Connects event will feature Paul Brancato and Moeiini Riley, researchers in the Electronic Systems Laboratory (ELSYS) Test Engineering Division (TEN). Low-Cost Jamming Solutions within Contested Radio Frequency Environments Modern warfare requires the use, control and dominance of the electromagnetic (EM) spectrum has become a critical domain for military operations. With the increasing reliance on wireless...2025-01-2414 min
DECAL DownloadEpisode 8 - Cybersecurity and Privacy Officer Sarah Dixon-MorganSend us a textIn today’s increasingly digital world, safeguarding personal data and securing online assets are more critical than ever. As cyber threats continue to evolve, the demand for legal experts who can navigate the complexities of cyber security and privacy law are on the rise. Joining us to talk about the complex world of cybersecurity and privacy is Sarah Dixon-Morgan, our new Cybersecurity and Privacy Attorney and Privacy Officer. Support the show2024-12-0425 min
Georgia TodayAvoiding Cyber Monday scams; Private school scholarship; Ga. Bulldog to coach BearsLISTEN: On the Monday, Dec. 2 edition of Georgia Today: On this Cyber Monday, cybersecurity experts say it's getting harder to detect scams; Georgia releases a list of public schools whose students qualify for its private school scholarship program; and a former UGA player will coach the Chicago Bears.
2024-12-0209 minGCA HootworthyKayleigh's Hootworthy Journey from Eventing to Entrepreneurship!Send us a textIn our recent Hootworthy interview, we chatted with Kayleigh, a 7th grader at GCA who's making waves in both the horse eventing and entrepreneurial worlds. Kayleigh started riding horses at the age of five, and her love for horses led her to the exciting sport of horse eventing. Her ten-year-old horse, Bold, has been her trusty companion for the past two years and is a big fan of the horse treats she makes.Kayleigh's horse treats business began four years ago when she wanted to make special goodbye...2024-11-2120 min
Hacked dAily13-Nov-2024 Bluesky Booms as X Users Exit; Data Breaches Hit Georgia Firms; Amazon Faces Employee Info LeakWelcome to Hacked dAily, the first AI-driven cybersecurity podcast by Cytadel Cyber, bringing you the latest in digital security with today's top stories.
In the shifting landscape of social media, Bluesky, a platform initially conceptualized by Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey, has welcomed 700,000 new users in just one week. This surge follows a mass exodus from X, formerly known as Twitter, highlighting user concerns over privacy and alternative platforms gaining favor.
In Georgia, two companies are now facing class action lawsuits following significant data breaches. Accused of inadequate data protection, these firms are at the center of legal actions with plaintiffs...2024-11-1303 minGCA HootworthyAbby's Hootworthy Work-Based Learning Success!Send us a textIn our latest Hootworthy interview, we chatted with Abby, a 2023 GCA graduate who found great success through GCA's work-based learning program at Zaxby’s. Abby’s journey began in 10th grade when she started working at Zaxby’s and later joined the Work-Based Learning Program thanks to a teacher’s suggestion. This program allowed her to balance work and school effectively, earning credit hours while gaining valuable on-the-job experience.Abby set her sights on becoming an assistant manager and achieved that goal shortly after graduation. She chose Zaxby’s because she loved the...2024-11-0615 min
In The WildAugusta University is securing tomorrow through cyber defense and creative innovationWe explore Augusta University’s role in the future of cybersecurity! Rodd Arthur, Director of Cybersecurity Operations, and Owen Mullins, a dedicated cybersecurity student, give us a glimpse into the fast-paced environment of the Security Operations Center (SOC) at the Georgia Cyber Innovation and Training Center.
Plus, Lynsey Steinburg and Aaron Cummings introduce us to the center’s new Makerspace, explaining how it can be a creative hub for students and the community to bring their innovative ideas to life.Learn more about the Georgia Cyber Innovation and Training Center: https://www.gacybercenter.org2024-10-2254 min
GaETC: The PodcastGaETC: The Podcast Episode 15 - Eric TolerPrepare for an insightful episode of GaETC: The Podcast as we welcome Retired Colonel Eric Toler, Executive Director of the Georgia Cyber Innovation & Training Center at Augusta University.Colonel Toler brings a wealth of experience in leadership and national security, having served over 27 years as a Military Intelligence Officer in the U.S. Army. A true pioneer in cyberspace operations, he held key positions within Army Cyber Command, U.S. Cyber Command, and the National Security Agency, shaping the future of cybersecurity for our nation.Now leading the Georgia Cyber Center, Colonel Toler is fostering collaboration...2024-10-1040 min
Classroom ConversationsEpisode 508: Cybersecurity Education: Be Discerning and Open to LearningTechnology-use in education is on the rise, so how can we keep our students safe from cyber attacks? Join us in conversation with cybersecurity expert Lakecia Gray of Gwinnett County Public Schools to learn more.2024-09-3029 minGCA HootworthyMeet 4 Hootworthy Students Who Became Published Authors!Send us a textIn our latest Hootworthy interview, GCA students Jack, Michael, Gabe, and Joey shared their exciting journey of becoming published authors. From adventurous frogs and missing brothers to a popcorn-obsessed boy and a fox finding its way home, their creative stories and unique challenges offer a glimpse into their imaginative worlds. Balancing school and writing, these young authors have shown that with drive and support, anything is possible.🎙️ Hootworthy: The Podcast That Gives a HootWe’re all about spotlighting the incredible students and fac...2024-09-2620 minGeorgia Tech Research PodcastTech Connects: Courtney CrooksThe September 27th Tech Connects event will feature Courtney Crooks, Principal Research Scientist and Senior Staff in SEAL’s Command, Control, Communications Division (C3D). Designing Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence for Decision Advantage in C3 Operations Courtney’s research expertise is in forensic cyberpsychology, behavioral analysis, and human-centered design of artificial intelligence (AI) and other technology with health and defense applications. Courtney’s research applies foundational psychoanalytic theory to understand the national security, ethical, and societal implications of psychological responses to cyber-enabled information ecosystems and emerging technology such as AI. She further specializes in understanding the mechan...2024-09-2416 min
Charter School Insider: Lessons from the Nation's Top Charter School Operators#30 From 8,000 to 10,000… enrollment marketing lessons from the largest virtual charter school in Georgia, with Maria BlencoweIn this episode, we chat with Maria Blencowe, Director of Communications & Marketing at Georgia Cyber Academy, about how they grew enrollment from 8,000 to 10,000 students. Maria breaks down the strategies behind their digital marketing success and how charter schools can drive growth in a competitive educational landscape.
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GRC AcademyGeorgia Tech Cybersecurity False Claims Scandal: Meet the WhistleblowersIntroducing the Georgia Tech Whistleblowers.In this episode, the whistleblowers explain how they tried to stop Georgia Tech from allegedly LYING to the government about their NIST 800-171 compliance and what they have faced since they blew the whistle!Whistleblower attorney Julie Bracker also shares what could come next and how much Georgia Tech may have to pay out!Here are a few highlights from this episode:Hear directly from the whistleblowers in this False Claims Act caseDetails on the "Fictitious" NIST 800-171 SPRS ScoreHow much money Georgia Tech might have to...2024-09-1041 minGCA HootworthyStudent is Hootworthy Junior National Champion Gymnast!Send us a textIn our latest Hootworthy interview, we caught up with Luke, a 10th grader at GCA, who’s making waves in the gymnastics world. Luke is not just any gymnast; he competes in Trampoline, Double-Mini, and Tumbling at the Junior Elite level. With only three other athletes in the U.S. achieving this level across all three events, Luke’s accomplishments are nothing short of extraordinary. You can check out Luke’s bio here.One of Luke’s standout achievements is being crowned the 2023 Tumbling National Champion at the USA Gymnastics Championships. He also...2024-08-2916 min
Outspoken with Shana CosgroveA Little Bit Louder Now: Capt. Lindsay Dady, Cyber Operations Officer at the United States Air Force.Send us a textCyber Defense, Mental Health, and HopeIn this episode of The Outspoken Podcast, host Shana Cosgrove talks to Capt. Lindsay Dady, Cyber Operations Officer at the United States Air Force working at US Cyber Command. Lindsay shares her journey from studying mechanical engineering at Georgia Tech to becoming a cyber operations officer. She discusses the challenges of her undergraduate years, her experience in ROTC, and how she unexpectedly ended up in cyber. Lindsay provides insights into the world of cyber warfare, the importance of defensive...2024-08-2752 minGeorgia TodayCyber attack suspect indicted; Athens to Savannah bike trail; Braves are Wild CardOn the Friday, July 26 edition of Georgia Today: A federal grand jury indicts the man allegedly behind a string of cyber attacks including one at Warner Robins Air Force Base; a bike trail linking Athens and Savannah will break ground tomorrow; and the Braves hold the National League Wild Card spot right now — but can they hang on?2024-07-2608 minGeorgia TodayGeorgia Today: Georgians react to Biden dropout from race; Delta deals with tech outage falloutOn the Monday, July 22 edition of Georgia Today: Georgians react to President Joe Biden dropping out of the race for president; Delta Air Lines continues to recover from the worldwide tech outage that caused havoc last week; And we'll have some tips for protecting your sensitive health information from cyber attacks.2024-07-2218 min
Cybersecurity GuideEric Toler | Georgia Cyber CenterRetired Colonel Eric Toler joined Augusta University in 2018 as Executive Director of the Georgia Cyber Innovation and Training Center (aka Georgia Cyber Center). Toler previously served in the U.S. Army as a Military Intelligence Officer, retiring with over 27 years of leadership and national security experience. In addition to seven combat tours in Afghanistan, Iraq, and the Balkans, Toler pioneered and developed cyberspace operations capabilities for the Army and Department of Defense, serving in key positions within Army Cyber Command, U.S. Cyber Command, and the National Security Agency.
In his role as Executive Director of the Georgi...2024-06-2053 minGCA HootworthyGCA's Hootworthy 2024 ValedictorianSend us a textIn our recent Hootworthy episode, we caught up with Yusuf, GCA's 2024 Valedictorian. He shared some interesting insights into his journey to the top, what motivates him, and his future plans.Yusuf’s uniqueness stems from his drive for excellence, rooted in his search for deeper meaning in life because he believes you can’t have excellence without purpose. He grounds his purpose in his faith and in making a positive impact on society. Despite facing personal challenges like his mom's battle with cancer during 9th grade, Yusuf remains focu...2024-05-1618 minHacked dAily10-May-2024: Major Cyberattacks Hit Ohio Lottery, University of Georgia, and MoreWelcome to today's episode of "Cyber War Room." Today, we delve into a series of alarming cybersecurity breaches and the emergence of new cyber threats.
First up, we discuss the recent ransomware attack on the Ohio Lottery system, which has affected over 500,000 people, exposing sensitive information and raising fears of identity theft and financial insecurity. We'll explore the ongoing investigation and the steps being taken to mitigate the damage.
Next, we shift our focus to the University System of Georgia, where a cyberattack by the Clop ransomware group has compromised the data of approximately 800,000 individuals. The breach involved crucial personal...2024-05-1002 min
The Cyber Nerds - Beyond The Sofa's PodcastCivil War (2024) Movie Discussion & ReviewShoot us a Message and It might feature on our next Podcast Episode!Civil War is a 2024 dystopian film written and directed by Alex Garland. It follows a team of journalists travelling across the United States during a civil war fought between an authoritarian federal government and several regional factions. The cast includes Kirsten Dunst, Wagner Moura, Cailee Spaeny, Stephen McKinley Henderson, Sonoya Mizuno, and Nick Offerman. Principal photography began in Atlanta, Georgia in 2022, with production moving to London later in the year. Civil War premiered at South by Southwest on March 14, 2024, and...2024-05-0715 minGCA HootworthyStudent is Hootworthy Explorer of the YearSend us a textIn our latest Hootworthy podcast episode, we had the pleasure of chatting with Noah, who recently earned the title of Sumter County Fire Rescue Post #343 Explorer of the Year. He noted that this award means that if he works hard, then he can accomplish great things in fire rescue. Noah's journey reveals that a strong purpose and work ethic can lead to success.Joining the fire department's explorer program and training for firefighting and emergency medical services was a thrill for Noah. Inspired by his great grandfather and...2024-04-2318 min
Cloud DialoguesSafeguarding the Skies: Cloud Security Essentials for ExecutivesIn this episode, Matt & Georgia are joined by Sarah Young, the superhero of cloud security at Microsoft. Listen in as they embark on an epic quest to conquer the challenges of keeping our digital skies safe. Here are the highlights:
1. The Great Balancing Act: Unravelling the mystery behind security principles, revealing that while they may seem like child's play, juggling them alongside competing business priorities is akin to mastering magic.
2. The Shared Responsibility Saga: Ever wondered who’s responsible for keeping your data safe in the cloud? Fear not! CD breaks down the shared responsibility mo...2024-04-0935 minGCA HootworthyStudent is Hootworthy Barrel Racer!Send us a textIn the latest episode of Hootworthy, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Emalee, an eighth-grader at GCA who is making waves in the world of horse barrel racing. Inspired by her love for horses and the thrill of the rodeo, Emalee embarked on her barrel racing journey in 2020 after attending a rodeo and being captivated by the event's speed and daring nature.For Emalee, barrel racing isn't just about racing around barrels; it's about building a deep connection with her horse, Yuma. Leading up to each...2024-03-2813 min
GRC AcademyThe False Claims Act and The DOJ's Civil Cyber Fraud Initiative with Julie BrackerIn this episode, Jacob speaks with attorney Julie Bracker!Julie is the whistleblower attorney for both the Penn State University and Georgia Tech University FCA complaints. These complaints essentially allege the defendants misrepresented their compliance with NIST 800-171!They discuss the False Claims Act and the DOJ's Civil Cyber Fraud Initiative, and what federal contractors can do to avoid being the subject of a whistleblower complaint!Here are some highlights from the episode:What is the False Claims Act?What is the DoJ's Civil Cyber Fraud Initiative?What are the risks and...2024-03-2640 minGCA HootworthyGCA's 2023 Hootworthy Teacher of the Year!Send us a textIn our most recent Hootworthy podcast episode, we had the privilege of sitting down with Ms. Marian Hoyt, GCA's 2023 Teacher of the Year. With over a decade of teaching experience, including three years at GCA, Ms. Hoyt brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to the classroom.When asked about her time-travel destination, Ms. Hoyt’s imagination took her back to the 1700s in the United States. She envisioned herself amidst the passionate debates surrounding the Constitution, intrigued by the historical significance and relevance of the discussions.Ms. Hoyt’s jo...2024-02-2919 minGCA HootworthyStudent Runs Hootworthy Cat Rescue!Send us a textIn our latest Hootworthy episode, we had the pleasure of chatting with Autumn, an eighth-grader at GCA who is also a compassionate cat rescuer. Her journey into the world of cat rescuing began when a family property became a refuge for a feral cat colony. Autumn, alongside her grandmother, embarked on a mission to rescue kittens and prepare them for their forever homes.With three years of professional cat rescue experience and a total of eight years dedicated to the cause, Autumn shared the details of their approach...2024-02-0117 minGCA HootworthyStudent Creates Hootworthy Lego Stop-Motion Videos!Send us a textIn our latest Hootworthy podcast episode, we had the pleasure of chatting with Braylen, a talented 10th grader who crafts captivating Lego stop-motion films. We first discovered Braylen's skill when he submitted a video for GCA's Got Talent, our annual virtual showcase. Little did we know, he already had a collection of over 130 videos on his YouTube channel, Epic Brick Films.Braylen's stop-motion process involves detailed steps: constructing sets, selecting figurines, scripting stories (or improvising), and meticulously capturing each frame. His talent show submission, a two-minute video, required a six-hour effort—a...2023-11-3014 min
The LeadSpecial: What the Hackathon, featuring Adam LevinMisinformation. Deepfakes. Scams. None of these are going away, and we need tools to figure out what’s true. This special episode of The Lead brings you into the What the Hackathon at the University of Georgia, where students learned in real-time how to navigate our disordered information ecosystem to produce and consume news responsibly.
It also features an interview with Adam Levin, a sponsor of the Hackathon and host of the What the Hack podcast, a no-shame zone for anyone who’s ever been scammed, hacked, phished or cyber-bushwhacked. Adam and I talk about how it’s more...2023-11-1516 minGCA HootworthyStudent Earns 3rd Place at Hootworthy 4H State Congress Competition!Send us a textOn the latest episode of Hootworthy, we had the pleasure of hosting Shawna, a 2023 graduate of GCA, who achieved 3rd place at the 4-H State Congress competition during the summer. In our conversation, we explored the world of 4-H youth clubs and the valuable experiences they offer. These clubs delve into a wide array of subjects, from STEM to healthy living and leadership, providing numerous opportunities for young learners to compete and engage in exciting activities.Shawna's journey into the 4-H world was unique. Typically startingin the 5th grade...2023-10-2615 minGCA HootworthyHootworthy GCA Sisters Form Rising Country Music Group, The BoyKinZ!Send us a textIn the latest episode of Hootworthy, we had the incredible opportunity to sit down with The BoykinZ, a sensational country music group that's been taking TikTok by storm. What sets them apart? Well, they're not just any band—they're four talented sisters, three of whom graduated from Georgia Cyber Academy (GCA), with one still making her way through GCA high school. In our chat, we uncovered how attending GCA influenced their extraordinary journey and the unique bond that makes their music so special.For The BoykinZ, the GCA experience has been mo...2023-09-2820 minGCA HootworthyGCA's New Hootworthy Superintendent Mike KooiSend us a textWe kicked off Season 3 of Hootworthy chatting with Mike Kooi, the new superintendent at Georgia Cyber Academy (GCA). The conversation gave us a glimpse into the personal and professional side of Mike. For example, if Mike could choose a superpower, he'd go for flying because he loves travelling. It would make family travels with his wife and 16-month-old son much easier.Mike's journey to GCA's superintendent is a different path from most superintendents. Starting as a litigation attorney, he gradually shifted to the education sector. From defending school choice programs to...2023-08-3117 minGCA HootworthyGCA's 2023 Hootworthy Valedictorian!Send us a textGeorgia Cyber Academy (GCA) has many amazing students including Natalia, who recently appeared on the school's podcast, Hootworthy, to share her achievement of earning the title of GCA's Class of 2023 Valedictorian. Natalia spoke about her journey to becoming valedictorian and what it means to her. She highlighted the long nights, dedication, and hard work that paid off to achieve this goal.Aside from being an excellent student, Natalia has a passion foradventure and exploring. She is a certified scuba diver and rates scuba divingas one of the...2023-05-1121 minGCA HootworthyStudent Earns Hootworthy Soccer Scholarship to Jackson State University!Send us a textOur latest Hootworthy episode highlights Elon, a 12th grade Georgia Cyber Academy (GCA) Champion who earned a scholarship from Jackson State University (JSU) to play soccer! She expressed how much earning this scholarship meant to her, and how it particularly showed her that hard work truly can pay off. Elon began her soccer journey at the age of nine playing in recreation leagues, but quickly moved on to the more competitive select and travel club teams. The travel teams were always the most competitive—the most difficult to ear...2023-05-0417 minGCA HootworthyStudent Creates Hootworthy YouTube Channel, Jumping Jack Productions!Send us a textWe loved having our latest hootworthy 5th grade Georgia Cyber Academy (GCA) Champion on the show, Jack! He created his own YouTube channel, Jumping Jack Productions, where he makes fun videos featuring toy photography or educational videos teaching science and social studies topics. One of the main goals of his YouTube Channel is to inspire others. He came up with the name of his channel one day playing hula-hoop with his brothers. They imagined themselves jumping through the hula-hoop to another dimension, so the logo and name was born. Toy photography i...2023-03-3015 minGCA HootworthyStudent Starts Hootworthy Wristlet Business!Send us a textWe love interviewing our incredible students at Georgia Cyber Academy (GCA) and showcasing them on our podcast: Hootworthy. Karen, a 10th grader at GCA, sat down and discussed her hobby that turned into a surprisingly successful business. In 2020, Karen created her own business, 2UNIQ Collection, where she makes and sells products such as key chains, wristlets, pens, and lanyards. She started with key chains and most recently added lanyards. Her best-selling product is the wristlet. Not many students start a business, so we discussed Karen’s“Why?”. Karen shared that she noti...2023-03-0214 minGCA HootworthyHootworthy Teacher of the Year 2023Send us a text Georgia Cyber Academy (GCA) is fortunate to have plenty of talented faculty; Mrs. Amy Blanchard is no exception. Third grade ELA teacher Mrs. Blanchard, who has been with GCA for four years, won the esteemed award of GCA District Teacher of the Year! Throughout her 21 years of teaching experience, this is her first Teacher of the Year title. Winning this award means so much to her; she still feels like it’s surreal. Mrs. Blanchard also noted that it was particularly meaningful because she was voted in by her peers—the very peopl...2023-01-2619 minGCA HootworthyStudent Is Hootworthy Bull RiderSend us a textMany of our Champions have hootworthy hobbies, and our most recent interview is no exception! Easton has attended Georgia Cyber Academy (GCA) for two years, and when he is not at school, he is busy riding bulls. Easton shared he has been a bull rider for over a year, but he has always wanted to be one ever since he was a kid. This is more than just a hobby for him because he hopes to be in the Professional Bull Riders Organization (PBR) one day. Even though b...2022-12-0113 minGCA HootworthyStudent Wins Hootworthy Investment CompetitionSend us a textWe get to interview many Hootworthy Champions at Georgia Cyber Academy (GCA), and our latest student is no exception! Xavier, an 11th grader at GCA who has attended since the 6th grade, won first place at the Wells Fargo Junior InvestmentNational Competition awarding him 1,500 dollars! Xavier highlighted thatwinning the competition taught him that if he puts in the work and limitsdistractions, he can accomplish anything. The competition was in partnership with a national organization heis involved in, the 100 Black Men of America. Xavier s...2022-10-2713 min
In The WildThe Georgia Cyber Center is ready to SIEGE 👾🌐Augusta University’s Security Operations Center (SOC) opened in October 2020 amid COVID-19 challenges and increased cyber threats. SOC is housed within the Georgia Cyber Center. It employs people, processes and technology to continuously monitor and improve the AU and AU Health security posture while detecting, analyzing and responding to cybersecurity incidents.
Dominic Klein and Kevin McIlwain join to share what's happening and how the center protects the AU enterprise.2022-10-1834 minGCA HootworthyStudent Crochets Hootworthy FigurinesSend us a textHootworthy had the pleasure of speaking with 10th grade GCA Champion Zeke, who crochets fictional character figurines as a hobby. He got into this unique hobby because of his mom, who created her own crocheting business and taught Zeke how to crochet when he was 7 years old. His crocheting enjoyment, interest, and skill hasn’t stopped growing since. During the show, he surprised us with a crocheted Champ figurine made for the podcast.Zeke highlighted the crocheting materials and process of creating a figurine. The main materials are his...2022-09-2915 min
Tam Su VoiTam Su Voi Episode #3 Cyber Bullying and Social Media insults amongst Viet community in GeorgiaTam Su Voi speaks on cyber bullying and Social Media insults amongst Viet community. Negative impact on the community, youths, and businesses. 2022-09-2631 minGCA HootworthyStudent Is Hootworthy Kart Racer!Send us a textWe had such a great time sitting down with our 5th grade GCA champion, Kai, to talk about his incredibly hootworthy hobby: Kart racing! Kai competes around the country in the Swift race class that includes go-karts which can reach up to 70 mph! He has participated in over 25 races so far with several top 5 finishes, but winning first-place continues to elude him. Kai got into racing after watching a tv show featuring a Formula One driver going 200 miles an hour. While watching the show, he thought to himself, “That sounds cool. I want to...2022-09-0621 minDECAL DownloadEpisode 48 - Cyber SecuritySend us a textThere’s no doubt about it…we are all living in a digital world and, since the start of the pandemic, more and more of what we do is virtual and online. With so much emphasis on smartphones and computers, cyber criminals are also at work trying to take advantage of businesses and individuals alike. Joining us to talk about cybersecurity is Dennis Brice, Chief Information Officer here at DECAL, and Radha Datla, Chief Information Security Officer and Chief Technology Officer for DECAL. Support the show2022-07-2635 minGCA HootworthyGCA's 2022 Hootworthy ValedictorianSend us a textWe were so happy to have our hootworthy Valedictorian, Matthew, come on the show to discuss his time at Georgia Cyber Academy (GCA), his accomplishments, and life outside of school. Matthew has attended GCA since Kindergarten, and he topped off his education with the highest honor. He shared that becoming Valedictorian validated the idea that hard work pays off. From the time he was 15 years old, he has worked 40-hour weeks at Chick-fil-A and played competitive tennis, all the while excelling in his academics. One of his favorite me...2022-05-1815 minGCA HootworthyStudent Inducted Into Hootworthy Senate Youth ProgramSend us a textWe had the pleasure of speaking with Darrese, one of our 12th grade Champions who has attended Georgia Cyber Academy (GCA) for the past 5 years. She achieved quite the hootworthy honor and award, as being selected as one of two delegates in the state of Georgia to participate in the United States Senate Youth Program. She was hesitant to apply after not being selected for the Governor's Honors Program the year before, but following a timely phone call from her Dual Enrollment Counselor, Ms. Debrody, who encouraged her to apply, Darrese decided...2022-04-2622 min