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The DC Beer ShowFlowable Hop Products? Shana Solarte Explains!Welcome back to The DC Beer Show, your hop-forward source for all things craft beer in the DMV! This episode finds our dynamic crew—Jake, Mike, Brandy, and Jordan—diving headfirst into the fascinating world of hops and modern brewing with special guest Shana Solarte, Marketing Communications Manager at John I. Haas.Kicking off with the usual “what’s in your glass?” roundtable, the hosts compare notes on a fresh selection of IPAs (with more than one nod to Other Half), a Peabody Heights pilsner, and shout-outs to local beer reps. Brandy brings a little Cinco de Mayo energ...2025-05-0629 min
The DC Beer ShowCelebrating Women in BrewingJacob Berg, Brandy Holder, and Michael Stein are here to celebrate the incredible women making waves in the brewing industry. We’re thrilled to have Anne Choe of Lost Generation join us to discuss her craft brewing journey and the impact of community engagement.Thanks to a fortuitous grant from DC, Anne shares her excitement about the brewery’s plans to expand distribution and gives us the inside scoop on some new brews hitting their taps soon. Spoiler alert: A West Coast Pilsner and a German-style Bock are in the lineup!The episode also dives into...2025-03-1436 min
The DC Beer ShowVine Street Brewing in Kansas CityToday on The DC Beer Show, Jake and Brandy keep the good brews flowing. First off, Brandy's fresh from a trip to Ardent Craft in Richmond, singing praises of their alt beer. Jacob joins in the cheer, holding a pint of Wheatland Spring's Common Grain—a tipple toasting women in the brewery world, like the incredible Bonnie.This week, we're catching up on the pulse of the March beer scene, full of exciting events like the Women's Panels at Lost Generation and Other Half, celebrating women with a blend of pizza, craft suds, and… shenanigans, obviously! March bein...2025-02-2825 min
Good Day for a Movie Podcast2025 Oscar Predictions // Michael Nipp, Garrison Ryfun, & Dr. EarlIt's time for GD4AM's Oscar Prediction show! Jacob is joined for the fifth year in a row by Michael Nipp from The Deucecast Movie Show, for the third year in a row, by Garrison Ryfun, and in his Oscar Prediction debut, Dr. Earl! Tate was unable to make it and Sage once again is boycotting due to Oscar hate. If you would like to join us in our Oscar Predictions, fill out the form below, please click here.If you would like to also watch this episode, go to our YouTube Channel or click...2025-02-281h 19
The DC Beer ShowLyon Hall: A Bit of Belgium in VirginiaWelcome back to The DC Beer Show! In this episode, our hosts Jacob, Jordan, Michael, and Brandy explore the freshest brews and upcoming craft beer events around the D.C. metro area.The spotlight is on Alyssa Hackbarth, Beer and Marketing Director for Lyon Hall in Arlington. She talks about reviving Lyon Hall’s beer dinner series, including the much-anticipated Black Brewers Beer Dinner on February 18th, featuring Soul Mega, Liquid Intrusion, and Bitter Fruit Brewing. Alyssa’s dedication to maintaining a balanced mix of Belgian staples and local favorites shines through, as does her knack for cura...2025-01-2433 min
The DC Beer ShowThe 2024 Beer In Review with Phil RuncoWelcome back to the DC Beer Show! In this episode, our hosts Mike, Brandy, and Jake dive deep into the heart of the DC craft beer scene with an engaging conversation and a touching farewell to a local brewery. The gang kicks things off with their beverages of choice—Brandy's savoring some leftover Prosecco, Michael is classily sipping on Schönramer Hell, and Jacob is enjoying a pre-Prohibition lager from Lost Generation.The episode takes an emotional turn as the hosts lament the closing of Hellbender Brewing Company, a neighborhood staple that's been a haven for beer lov...2024-12-2025 min
The DC Beer ShowFlights Across The Country with Joel GeierWelcome back to The DC Beer Show! This week, our hosts Michael Stein, Jacob Berg, and Brandy Holder take you on a flavorful journey with brewery aficionado Joel Geier. Renowned for his extensive "brewery travels," Joel shares his adventures and insights from visiting a staggering 1,367 breweries across all 50 states, and yes, that includes our very own Washington D.C.!Joel's new book, "Flights Across America" will be out December 17 and is available for pre-order now.Joel kicks off by reminiscing about his early love for craft beer, sparked by his father’s influence and further ig...2024-12-0636 min
The DC Beer ShowDrinkin' It Up In Hagerstown with Thick-N-ThinWelcome back to The DC Beer Show! Today, our hosts dive into the vibrant Hagerstown beer scene with special insights from Derek Siewert and Jake Beamer of Thick-N-Thin Brewing.The episode kicks off with our hosts sharing their current beer choices—Jordan Harvey is savoring the hop-loaded "Homecoming Volume 2" from Harvey Wilder and Third Hill, Brandy Holder is enjoying a robust porter from Dynasty, and Jacob Berg has just picked up a crisp Lakeview Lager from Hamburg Brewing Company in New York.We then express our deep gratitude for Veterans Day, acknowledging the sacrifices made by...2024-11-1529 min
Ship It! Cloud, SRE, Platform EngineeringKubernetes is an anti-platformAdam Jacob remains optimistic about the future for infrastructure and is building new ideas to make it better.
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The DC Beer ShowUpweller with Josh & Jenna ChapmanWelcome back to The DC Beer Show! Our lively hosts Michael Stein, Brandy Holder, and Jacob Berg are joined by special guests Josh and Jenna Chapman of Upweller for a flavorful and fascinating episode.Kicking things off, Michael sips on Plank beer Dunkle Weitzenbach, Brandy delights in a medley of 838 Irish stout, Proper IPA, and service Hellas Lager from Wheatland Spring, while Jacob explores Bright Side, an American style lager that might make it to Snally!In this episode, we dive deep into the world of Upweller and their innovative approach to brewing. Josh Chapman...2024-10-0431 minThe DC Beer ShowSilver Branch, Freigeist, and More!Welcome back to another deliciously engaging episode of The DC Beer Show! Join your hosts Jacob Berg and Brandy Holder as they dive deep into the world of craft beer, joined by an all-star lineup of guests: Sebastian Sauer, Brett Robison, Christian Layke, and Chris Bonnell!Today's episode kicks off with a quick rundown of Oktoberfest events. Then Jake and Brandy sit down with the guys from Silver Branch Brewing Company to talk about their evolution into a hospitality brand specializing in beer and pizza. Silver Branch is raising money to open a new location in Rockville...2024-09-2034 min
Writers Not WritingWriters Not Writing, Episode 93 with Brian U. GarrisonOn this episode, Benjamin Gorman gabs with Brian U. Garrison, author of NEW YESTERDAYS NEW TOMORROWS and MICROPOETRY FOR MICROPLANETS, about sci-fi poetry, Ultimate Frisbee, and a new telescope.Today’s secret word is: JukeboxFind Brian here: bugthewriter.com, @bugthewriter on Instagram, Bluesky, Pinterest (and that X thing)Special announcement! During 2024, we’re going to advertise author’s books FOR FREE! Just make a 30-60 second video about your book and send it to NotAPipePublishing@gmail.comToday’s show is brought...2024-09-171h 23
The Optispan Podcast with Matt KaeberleinThe Horribly Under-Researched Science of Menopause, Ovarian Aging & HRT | 60 - Jennifer Garrison
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We had a great time hosting Dr. Jennifer Garrison from the Buck Institute for Research on Aging to talk about her areas of expertise: reproductive aging and neuropeptide signaling. Jennifer and Matt go over the fascinating and chronically under-researched science of menopause, misconceptions about hormone replacement therapy, and the importance of considering the endocrine function of the ovaries alongside their role in reproduction. They also chat about evolutionary questions around menopause, changes they would like...2024-08-271h 36
The DC Beer ShowDry-Aged Fish and Special Lady Friends: Jailbreak Brewing & FoodworksWelcome back to the DC Beer Show! This episode, DCBS-106, is brimming with beer buzz and culinary delights as our hosts Brandy Holder, Michael Stein, and Jacob Berg dive into the vibrant beer scene with esteemed guests Chef Janny Kim and head brewer Rob Fink from Jailbreak Brewing Company. First, the hosts catch up on their latest beer escapades, with Brandy sharing her love for Other Half's boxcar and Mike toasting with a Dovetail pils. Jacob takes it up a notch with the Sunrider Imperial Pilsner from Dynasty Brewery, gearing up for their anniversary bash in Ashburn.2024-08-2325 min
The DC Beer ShowRandom Acts of Brewing KindnessWelcome back to The DC Beer Show, your go-to podcast for all things local brew and beyond! In our latest episode, "Random Acts of Brewing Kindness," hosts Michael Stein, Jacob Berg, and Jordan Harvey dive into some frothy conversations with special guests Branden Roth and Steve McIntyre from RAK Brewing. It's an episode brimming with brewing wisdom, heartwarming community vibes, and a few chuckles along the way!We kick off with Jacob and Michael reminding everyone about the sizzling summer events happening around DC. They can't stress enough—stay hydrated, folks! If you're heading to events like Su...2024-07-1229 min
The DC Beer ShowWhat's So Special About Allied?Welcome back to The DC Beer Show! This episode is a deep dive into the ever-evolving world of craft beer with your amiable hosts, Jacob Berg, Michael Stein, and Brandy Holder. They're joined by Justin Desmarais, our insightful guest from Allied Beverages, who has some exciting news and industry secrets to share.Brandy kicks things off by giving a warm shoutout to Justin and the fantastic reputation Allied has earned within the industry. Justin then takes the mic to introduce us to Allied's unique approach to distribution. He explains the notable difference Allied provides by offering release...2024-06-2834 min
The DC Beer ShowSojourn Fermentory (and Anniversary Extravaganzas)!Welcome back to The DC Beer Show, where our fabulous hosts Brandy Holder, Michael Stein, Jacob Berg, and Jordan Harvey whisk you away into the dynamic world of craft beer with special guests Jinson Chan and Michael Pawley. In this lively episode, the gang has a blast delving into some exciting developments and announcements in the DC beer scene.The episode kicks off with an open invitation to the beer-loving community to come out and support local breweries, highlighting several significant anniversaries. Of special note, there's a Juneteenth Brew-balee 2024 Culture and Beer Fest organized by Black B...2024-06-1429 min
In the Zone - with Garrison RoyEP 199: Jacob Turner's JourneySend us a textIn this episode of In the Zone, Jacob Turner discusses his transition from professional baseball to founding Moment Private Wealth, combining his love for sports and finance to assist athletes with financial management. He highlights the challenges athletes face, such as trusting advisors, balancing spending with saving, and understanding tax and investment strategies. Jacob addresses the difficulty of navigating online misinformation, particularly on social media, where valuable insights are mixed with misleading content. He contrasts the reality of hard work behind entrepreneurship with its often-glamorized image.Transitioning from sports...2024-06-1138 min
The DC Beer ShowThe Return of the Brew Pub: Beer and Food together againWelcome to another effervescent episode of The DC Beer Show! In this installment, hosts Brandy Holder, Michael Stein, and Jacob Berg dive into the ever-fascinating world of brew pubs, craft beers, and the culinary delights that pair with them.Brandy kicks off the episode under the warm DC evening, lamenting her current drink of choice (wine, due to allergies) while reminiscing about a recent exceptional Allagash rum barrel-aged brew she wishes she was enjoying instead. The conversation then swirls around seasonal and special brews enjoyed during past visits to local breweries like Bluejacket and Saison Day celebrations.2024-05-0317 min
The DC Beer ShowValley Malt: A Grain ChangerRoll out the barrels and pop open those NA brews, because The DC Beer Show hosts are back with an episode that's all malt, hops, and sober sips! Let's dive into episode "Valley Malt: A Grain Changer" with Michael Stein, Brandy Holder, Jacob Berg, and Jordan Harvey at the helm, sharing their love for barley and bubbles.Our hosts kick things off with lively banter over their current faves, including Dynasty's malty marvel, Bluejacket's Essex ESB, and a hoppy hug from Other Half. They're buzzing about the local scene, too, with a beer share Sunday at Third...2024-04-0529 min
The DC Beer ShowDr. J Jackson-BeckhamPop the top off your favorite brew and settle in for an enlightening episode of The DC Beer Show, as hosts Michael Stein, Brandy Holder, and Jacob Berg take you on another craft beer journey.We've got all the events coming up in DMV, but today's focus is on the incomparable Dr. J. Jackson-Beckham. In this special session, Mike Stein dives deep into the world of craft beer through the lens of academia, sustainability, and inclusivity. You're in for a treat as Dr. J. shares her insights and refreshingly candid perspective on the industry. She e...2024-03-2231 min
The DC Beer ShowDovetail Brewery from Chicago to DCWelcome to the latest episode of DC Beer, where hosts Michael Stein, Brandy Holder, and Jacob Berg are joined by the illustrious Jenny Pfafflin of Dovetail Brewery! The crew starts the show with a lively discussion of their current libations, offering tantalizing tasting notes and sharing anecdotes about their favorite brews.As the conversation unfolds, the hosts delve into the exciting news of Dovetail Brewery's expansion to DC, exploring the intricacies of the beer industry and the philosophy behind Dovetail's approach to crafting continental European-style beers. With keen attention to detail and a deliberate rollout strategy, Jenny...2024-03-0827 min
The DC Beer ShowThe Beery Godmother, LaTreace HarrisBuckle up, beer aficionados! In this frothy installment of The DC Beer Show, our jovial hosts Michael Stein, Brandy Holder, and Jacob Berg, along with our esteemed guest LaTreace Harris, take us on a sudsy journey that's as educational as it is intoxicating!Pouring into the conversation, LaTreace spills the hops on her vibrant experiences at Oktoberfest in New Hampshire and her flavorful interactions at beer conferences. As the Beery Godmother, she's brewing a mission to expand beer wisdom beyond the brewery walls into the realm of restaurants and hotels while championing women of color in the...2024-02-2340 min
The DC Beer ShowMoving Black Brews with Courtney Rominiyi and Bobby BumpWelcome back to The DC Beer Show, where the hosts, Michael Stein, Brandy Holder, and Jacob Berg, sit down with guests Bobby Bump and Courtney Rominiyi to discuss the exciting world of craft beer. This episode, "Moving Black Brews," is a deep dive into collaborations, flavors, and the ever-evolving craft beer scene.The conversation kicks off with Brandy, Michael, and Jacob discussing the delicious beers they're currently enjoying. Soon, the focus shifts to the collaboration between Black Brew Movement and Right Proper Brewpub. Bobby and Courtney share how they came to brew a butter pecan coffee stout...2024-02-0928 min
The DC Beer ShowDenizens' Winter Cask Classic is Back!Pop open a brew and settle in with The DC Beer Show! Special guests Julie Verratti and Jeff Ramirez from Denizens Brewing Co. join in to chat about their love for beer diversity and the return of the Winter Cask Classic.After a hiatus, Brandy returns, sipping and sharing her latest beer indulgences. Michael and Jacob aren't far behind, extolling the virtues of the DC Beer / Strange Fruit collab People's Pale Ale and debating an unconventional sour IPA.Hold onto your hats because Denizens Winter Cask Classic is rolling in with 15 unique cask al...2024-01-2634 min
Waves Business Coaching03. Have a Growth Mindset (with Garrison Bailey)Is a Fixed Mindset holding you back in your personal life and career? On this episode of Waves Business Coaching, Jacob talks with Garrison Bailey of Chick-fil-A, Inc. about the importance of having a Growth Mindset. When you have a Growth Mindset, you believe you can get better. When you have a fixed mindset, you believe you’re abilities are stagnant. Learn how to have a Growth Mindset, and how it can have a positive effect on your life.
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The DC Beer ShowWe Brewed A Beer!In this episode of The DC Beer Show, hosts Michael Stein, Jacob Berg, and Jordan Harvey kick off the New Year with a slew of upcoming events in the local craft beer scene.Jake sits down with Austin Eason and Justin Broady from Strange Fruit Brewing to discuss their rapid growth and collaboration with DC Beer to brew a Hazy Pale Ale with the help of Favio Garcia at Dynasty. They share their experiences with different beer styles, including their expansion and distribution partnerships, and plans for future beer releases. The hosts pay tribute to E...2024-01-1228 min
The DC Beer ShowSmoked Malts & New Hops: Mike Earle's Beer RevolutionWelcome back to The DC Beer Show. In this episode, Michael, Brandy, Jacob, and Richard delve into the intersecting worlds of craft beer and culinary finesse with guest Mike Earle.Mike discusses his approach to integrating food flavors directly from beer ingredients, highlighting his love of Sugar Creek Malting's distinctive smoked malts (and everything smoky). The conversation turns to different smoking techniques for both food and beer, with an amusing side mention of Nut Rolls.Mike shares his tale about unexpectedly coming across a brewery for sale, leading him to start a crowdfunding effort to...2023-12-2930 min
The DC Beer ShowDC Beer Parties All Weekend!Welcome back to The DC Beer Show, where we're raising our glasses and diving into the world of craft beer in the DMV. In this episode, we join hosts Michael Stein, Brandy Holder, Jacob Berg, Richard Fawal, and Jordan Harvey for a lively conversation about brews, breweries, and beer sellers in DC, Maryland, Virginia, and beyond (including Kroger?). They discuss what they're sipping this holiday season, from Albemarle Cider to Lost Generation's Dying Moons and Shadows. They also share excitement about the weekend's Maker's Market at Lost Generation and the 12 Beers of Christmas event at metrobar. And j...2023-12-1527 min
The DC Beer ShowEmily Brown Buys Your BeerWelcome back to another effervescent episode of DC Beer, where we tap into the heart of the region's craft brew scene! Jacob Berg, joined by our veritable encyclopedia of ale Michael Stein and Papa Beer Richard Fawal, leads us through an episode brimming with insights from the local beer world.We start by checking in with metrobar's John Groth, who fills us in on the 12 Beers of Christmas event. Veering away from the traditional and possibly overwhelming advent calendar format, he's curated a thoughtful selection of a dozen seasonal local beers that will resonate with beer aficionados...2023-12-0141 min
The DC Beer ShowPotter's Craft Cider: Leading Innovation in Virginia's Cider SceneWelcome to another episode of The DC Beer Show. Michael Stein, Brandy Holder, Jacob Berg, and Jordan Harvey discuss their beverage preferences for Thanksgiving, dive into their favorite brands and types of beverages, and even their plans to find the perfect table beer. The highlight of the episode is, of course, their esteemed guest, Andy Hannas. Andy heads up cider making at Potter's Craft Cider in Charlottesville, Virginia. Mike and Andy delve deep into the history of this pioneering cidery, the changes in the apple and agriculture industry, the influence of seltzers, and get specific about their w...2023-11-1741 min
The DC Beer ShowLost Generation Celebrates One YearAnother great episode of The DC Beer Show this week! Brandy Holder, Jacob Berg, and guest host Richard Fawal run through some upcoming events and provide a sneak peek into one of the panels we hosted at Snallygaster. Jake speaks with Jared Pulliam and Anne Cheo from Lost Generation in DC about their 1st Anniversary celebration on November 11, including the SIX beers they'll release that day. More information about that celebration at LostGenBrewing.com.Also coming up is Last Call: American Beer in a Changing Climate at the Smithsonian American History Museum on November 3...2023-11-0332 min
The DC Beer ShowBabyCat Brewery and More Great EventsWe have a jam-packed episode of The DC Beer Show, the podcast where we dive deep into the world of craft beer in the nation's capital. Our hosts, Michael Stein, Brandy Holder, Jacob Berg, and Jordan Harvey, cover a few key events and recap Snallygaster.First, Jordan sat down with the owners and head brewer of BabyCat Brewery in Kensington, Maryland. Terry Redmond and Sam Mussomeli talk about their vision for the hyper-local brewery in a town that was, until recently, dry. Head brewer Phil Zanello explains how he wanted to make beers from a fresh perspective...2023-10-2034 min
The DC Beer ShowBreeze Galindo, Snallygaster, and Streetcar 82Welcome back to another exciting episode of DC Beer, the podcast where we dive deep into the world of craft beer in the nation's capital. We have a fantastic lineup for you in today's episode, with our hosts Michael Stein, Brandy Holder, Jacob Berg, and Jordan Harvey — joined by special guest host Breeze Galindo! We're also joined by special guests Daniella Reyna and Andrew Fernandez from Streetcar 82 (voiced by Marvin Feggins).Today, we'll spotlight Breeze, former lead brewer at Other Half in New York, who has become a passionate advocate for inclusivity in our community. She's one of...2023-10-0634 min
The DC Beer ShowThe Whelans Do It AgainWelcome back to another exciting episode of DC Beer! On today's show, we're diving into the world of the Whelans and their brand-new bottle shop and pub in Potomac Village, Maryland. Join your hosts, Brandy Holder and Jacob Berg, as they chat with Emma and Greg Whelan about their journey in the beer industry and the amazing things happening at their establishment. From upcoming events to supporting black-owned breweries, there's plenty to discuss. So grab a cold one, sit back, and let's dive into Whelan's!
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Champions of SecurityCommon Pitfalls of Cloud Security w/ Michael Tayo (U.S. Bank) & Parveen SinghIn Episode 16 of Champions of Security, Jacob Garrison interviews Michael Tayo (U.S. Bank) & Parveen Singh. Michael is an Assistant Vice President and Principal Information Security Engineer at U.S. Bank where he is responsible for providing visionary guidance for the enhancement of cloud and application security product offerings. With over 10 years of experience as an Information Security Professional, Michael specializes in designing and deploying cutting-edge security solutions to enhance cloud security posture, prevent cyber-attacks, and mitigate risks to help organizations remain secure throughout the digital transformation. He is a security evangelist and author with his most re...2023-09-1343 minChampions of SecurityWhat Zero Trust Means for Applications w/ Amanda Alvarez (Trace3) & Brook Schoenfield (Resilient Software Security & True Positives)In Episode 15, Jacob Garrison interviews Amanda Alvarez (Trace3) & Brook Schoenfield (Resilient Software Security & True Positives).Amanda Alvarez is a DevSecOps Architect consultant at Trace3 with a passion for helping people learn more about software security. She is a highly-motivated practitioner who enjoys creating developer-oriented solutions with an emphasis on increasing effective feedback loops to help companies balance agility with security. Her mission is to spread awareness on scalable and sustainable software security programs so that people and their data remain protected from evolving threats. Outside of continuously learning more about cyber security, she enjoys gardening and hiking the...2023-08-2454 minChampions of SecurityHow to Make Security Sexy with Jeevan Singh (Twilio) & Abdul WahabIn Episode 14 of Champions of Security, Jacob Garrison interviews Jeevan Singh (Director of Product Security at Twilio) and Abdul Wahab. Jeevan enjoys building security culture within organizations and educating staff on security best practices. Jeevan is responsible for a wide variety of tasks including architecting security programs, driving security strategy and mentoring and growing security engineers and managers. Before life in the security space, Jeevan had a wide variety of development and leadership roles over the past 20 years.Abdul Wahab is a Senior Tech Lead who loves growing engineering teams that are i...2023-08-0342 minChampions of SecurityHow to Make Security Sexy with Jeevan Singh (Twilio) & Abdul WahabIn Episode 14 of Champions of Security, Jacob Garrison interviews Jeevan Singh (Director of Product Security at Twilio) and Abdul Wahab (Senior Tech Lead).Jeevan enjoys building security culture within organizations and educating staff on security best practices. Jeevan is responsible for a wide variety of tasks including architecting security programs, driving security strategy and mentoring and growing security engineers and managers. Before life in the security space, Jeevan had a wide variety of development and leadership roles over the past 20 years.Abdul Wahab is a Senior Tech Lead who loves growing engineering...2023-08-0242 minChampions of SecurityHow to Build an OWASP Chapter w/ Jeremiah Salamon & Tony QuadrosIn Episode 13 of Champions of Security, Jacob Garrison interviews Jeremiah Salamon and Tony Quadros. Jeremiah Salamon is the Information Security Director at one of the nation’s premier law firms. He has over a decade of experience in Security Operations, Security Architecture and Engineering, and Governance, Risk & Compliance working in small businesses and large enterprise environments with regulated data. Regardless of the size or complexities of the organization, Jeremiah has successfully influenced positive security culture and helped grow security teams.Tony Quadros is a 10+ year veteran of the cyber security vendor landscape fo...2023-07-1950 min
Techstrong 55Episode #105 - Techstrong 55, Friday, July 14, 2023Hello everyone and welcome to Techstrong 55. Today is Friday, July 14th, and I am your host William Willis. In today’s show, we will hear about advancing ASPM with Jacob Garrison from Bionic. Then, we will hear some highlights from Snowflake Summit 2023 with Torsten Grabs from Snowflake. Finally, we will hear about the ROI of platform engineering with Lambros Charissis from Wise.
Without further ado, let's get the show started. Enjoy.
In this Episode:
Advancing ASPM - Jacob Garrison, Bionic
Snowflake Summit 2023: Highlights and Enterprise Prior...2023-07-1450 minChampions of SecurityCI/CD Killed the Manual Code Review w/ Sean Wright, Principal Application Security Engineer at FeaturespaceIn Episode 12 of Champions of Security, Jacob Garrison interviews Sean Wright, Principal Application Security Engineer at Featurespace.Sean Wright is a veteran application security engineer with software development roots. Within security, he has a particular interest in TLS encryption and supply chain attacks. He believes security teams must be business enablers with a focus on efficiency.Sean and Jacob talk about:↳ Manual code reviews being unscalable↳ How transitive dependencies put you at risk↳ Security teams needing to be bus...2023-07-0549 minChampions of SecurityNavigating the Gatekeepers of Cybersecurity w/ Shanief Webb, Manager of Detection & Response at OktaIn Episode 11 of Champions of Security, Jacob Garrison interviews Shanief Webb, Manager of Detection & Response at Okta.Shanief is well-versed in the disciplines of computer science, cybersecurity, and digital forensics. He has over 8 years of diverse cybersecurity experience working for the FBI, Google, Cox Communications, IBM, Slack, Dropbox, and now Okta.Shanief and Jacob talk about:↳ Thoroughly resolving security incidents during post-mortems↳ Detection-as-Code reducing the cost of false positives↳ Practitioners can help others overcome security gatekeepers...2023-06-2143 minChampions of SecurityBuilding a Grassroots Security Champions Program w/ Dustin Lehr (Kerr Ventures) & Chris Romeo (Fivetran)In Episode 10 of Champions of Security, Jacob Garrison hosts a live Q&A with Chris Romeo, CEO and Co-founder of Kerr Ventures, and Dustin Lehr, Head of Platform Security at Fivetran.Dustin and Chris have each built thriving security champions programs - and today they’re helping the audience overcome objections.They talk about:↳ The necessary characteristics of a security champions program leader↳ Designing a sustainable program↳ Winning support from upper managementAnd so much more....2023-06-151h 03Champions of SecurityHow to Ensure Secure Governance for Generative AI w/ Walter Haydock, Founder & CEO of StackAwareIn Episode 9 of Champions of Security, Jacob Garrison interviews Walter Haydock, Founder & CEO of StackAware.Walter Haydock is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of StackAware, a cybersecurity risk management and communication platform. He is also the author of the blog Deploying Securely. Previously, he was a Director of Product Management at Privacera - a data governance startup backed by Accel and Insight Partners - as well as PTC - where he helped to secure the company’s industrial IoT product lines. Before entering the private sector, he served as a professional staff member for the Homeland Secu...2023-06-0749 minChampions of SecurityBecoming a Red Team Engineer with Micah Jackson, Sr. Red Team Engineer at VF CorporationIn Episode 8 of Champions of Security, Jacob Garrison interviews Micah Jackson, Sr. Red Team Engineer at VF Corporation. Micah Jackson is a Senior Red Team Engineer who was an application security lead when we filmed this episode. He’s a hacker who enjoys breaking things and building them back stronger. As a security enthusiast, he enjoys diving into every facet of security, from firewalls to malware reverse engineering.Micah and Jacob talk about:↳ Finding a cybersecurity mentor↳ Not being afraid to say "I don...2023-05-3146 minChampions of SecuritySocial Engineering of Salespeople in Cybersecurity w/ Tom Kanan, Sr. Strategic Account Executive at CobaltIn Episode 7 of Champions of Security, Jacob Garrison interviews Tom Kanan, Sr. Strategic Account Executive at Cobalt.Tom is a nine-year veteran of business-to-business security sales. He’s an active member of OWASP and the Cloud Security Alliance who believes in deeply understanding his customer’s business needs. Tom uses a customer-centric sales process that prioritizes quality over quality.Tom and Jacob talk about:↳ Salespeople see confidential data↳ Scammers target salespeople during crises↳ Reducing sales noise requires executive...2023-05-2349 minChampions of SecurityLeading Security Teams with Empathy and Creativity w/ Rajendra Umadas, Head of InfoSec at ActBlueIn Episode 6 of Champions of Security, Jacob Garrison interviews Rajendra Umadas, Head of InfoSec at ActBlue.Raj leads the security team over at Actblue. Over the years, he has been lucky to work with some great people and in some truly interesting organizations. From his time pentesting and focusing on embedded systems security at The Intrepidus Group, to being a security engineer securing systems over at Etsy and Spotify, to starting and running platform security teams over at WeWork and Compass, he has had an opportunity to secure all the things across all the stacks. A thread...2023-05-1747 minChampions of SecuritySpoofing Modern Car ECUs w/ Soufiane Alami, Cyber Security Specialist at Ford Motor CompanyIn Episode 5 of Champions of Security, Jacob Garrison interviews Soufiane Alami, Cyber Security Specialist at Ford Motor Company.Soufiane Alami is an application security engineer at Ford Motors with a passion for cybersecurity. With his expertise in offensive security, he has been able to identify vulnerabilities and protect critical systems and data from cyber-attacks. In addition to his work at Ford, he also enjoys pursuing bug bounties and has been successful in finding and reporting vulnerabilities in various software applications. His commitment to cybersecurity has been recognized with his certifications from Offensive Security, Portswigger, and Cisco. Through...2023-05-1042 minChampions of SecurityTeaching Developers to Code Securely w/ Vimalathithan Rajasekaran, Security Architect at PROSIn Episode 2 of Champions of Security, Jacob Garrison interviews Vimalathithan Rajasekaran, Security Architect at PROS.Vimal began his career as a software developer before moving into application security. He led development efforts at Visa, Safeway, and United Airlines. He’s currently working as a security architect at PROS where he helps build security into the software development culture.Vimal and Jacob talk about:↳ Developers benefiting from a security influence early in their careers.↳ Security teams should determine which developers care about security and th...2023-04-1248 minChampions of SecurityCommon Weaknesses Used By Cyber Attackers w/ David Ethington, Information Security Architect at ParamountIn Episode 3 of Champions of Security, Jacob Garrison interviews David Ethington, Information Security Architect at Paramount.David has more than 20 years of experience as an IT Security Manager, intelligence officer, cybersecurity team leader, and senior security consultant, and IT Security Manager. David served in the United States Army, specializing in intelligence operations and cybersecurity. He was also a senior information security consultant, with extensive experience in penetration testing and auditing financial institutions. He was also previously the Security Manager for 3Degrees. He is currently working at Paramount as a Security Engineer. David has experience in both offensive...2023-04-1248 minChampions of SecurityBuilding a Security Program with Developers in Mind w/ Justus Post, Principal Cybersecurity Architect at BoseIn Episode 4 of Champions of Security, Jacob Garrison interviews Justus Post, Principal Cybersecurity Architect at Bose.Justus is a seasoned security professional who brings his Secure by Design philosophy everywhere he goes. If you’ve ever wondered how to build an effective relationship between security and development, or if you’re looking into transformation projects to level up your security posture, Justus is ready to share his wealth of knowledge with you.Justus and Jacob talk about: ↳ It’s essential to take the initiative and learn security concepts...2023-04-1245 minChampions of SecurityWhere Security Fits into DevOps w/ Andrés Mayhew, Sr. Manager SRE at ApixioIn Episode 1 of Champions of Security, Jacob Garrison interviews Andrés Mayhew, Sr. Manager SRE at Apixio.Andrés brings over 25 years of experience with large scale Internet operations. He has worked in the trenches of Netscape, Napster, VeriSign, Rivian, and nearly a dozen start-ups. The teams he’s led have enabled developers to own their applications end-to-end through the entire software lifecycle. With an underlying mantra that “execution is a feature,” he has pushed development teams to consider a production-first mentality. This means considering the fault-tolerance, scaling, security, and costs requirements on equal terms as features and func...2023-04-1145 minIn the Zone - with Garrison RoyEP 29: Jacob Rand - Coaching Styles and Two Strike ApproachSend us a textOn this full length episode, Jacob Rand comes on to talk about his career, coaching styles he's played for and also how his coaching style has evolved overtime. Really enjoyed talking with him about his experience out at Wingate and how the 2021 team brought it all together! We touched on how there are common trends that all winning teams do to achieve great things! This is a must listen if you're a coach or player gearing up to lay down the foundation for your upcoming season. It doesn't start in...2022-07-2658 min