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The Security CircleEP 162 Guardrails, Justice, and Accountability in a Digital Age with Dean Armstrong KC King's Counsel (Barrister), Experienced Litigator, Chambers & Partners No.1 Silk for Cryptoassets 2025Send us a textPodcast SummaryIn this episode of The Security Circle Podcast, Yolanda “Yoyo” Hamblen is joined by Dean Armstrong KC, one of the UK’s leading barristers at the intersection of law, technology, and accountability.Dean brings rare clarity to some of the most complex and consequential issues facing society today — from AI regulation and agentic systems, to crypto and blockchain litigation, to safeguarding, abuse, and institutional responsibility.The conversation begins with the rapidly evolving landscape of artifici...
2026-01-2859 minThe Security CircleEP 161 Mind Sovereignty: A Former CIA Deputy Director on Trust, Deepfakes, and the New 'Trust' BattlefieldSend us a textEpisode SummaryIn this episode of The Security Circle Podcast, Yolanda “Yoyo” Hamblen is joined by Jennifer Ewbanks, former Deputy Director of the CIA for Digital Innovation, for a wide-ranging and deeply human conversation about intelligence, trust, and the evolving nature of security.Drawing on more than three decades in human intelligence and senior leadership at the CIA, Jennifer reflects on her career operating in complex, high-risk environments across the globe — including her experience leading enterprise IT, cybersecurity, AI, open-source intelligence, and secure global communications at a t...
2026-01-2154 minThe Security CircleEP 157 The Messy Middle of Leadership: Lessons from Scaling Pyramids with Chris StittSend us a textIn this episode of the Security Circle Podcast, Host Yolanda “Yoyo” Hamblen is joined by Chris Stitt, a highly respected security and leadership practitioner whose career spans crisis management, international security operations, and complex bureaucratic environments.Chris brings rare credibility to the leadership conversation — not from theory, but from lived experience in high-pressure, high-stakes security roles where decisions are made with imperfect information and real consequences. Drawing on his book Scaling Pyramids, Chris explores where leadership actually happens: in the messy middle between strategy and execution, authority and in...
2025-12-241h 01The Security CircleEP 156 “It’s Not in the Manual: Michael Gips on Writing the Leadership Book Security Needs”Send us a textIt’s Not in the Manual: Michael Gips on Writing the Leadership Book Security NeededIn this powerful and deeply human episode of The Security Circle Podcast, host Yolanda “Yoyo” Hamblen is joined by one of the most respected voices in global security leadership, Michael Gips, to explore why the security profession needed this leadership book—and why it needed it now.Michael shares the story behind It’s Not in the Manual, a book built not on abstract frameworks or academic theory, but on real exper...
2025-12-171h 03The Security CircleEP 154 When Sport, Strategy & Security Collide. Security Isn’t a Solo Sport — And Why That Needs to Change with Paul HarveySend us a text🎧 Podcast Summary — When Sport, Strategy & Security CollideSecurity Isn’t a Solo Sport — And Why That Needs to ChangeIn this powerful episode of The Security Circle, Yolanda “Yoyo” Hamblen sits down with security heavyweight Paul Harvey to explore the unexpected intersections between elite sport, leadership, crisis management, and modern protective security.Paul shares his early journey from rising cricket talent to the boardrooms of major security organisations — revealing how the lessons learned on the pitch shaped his approach to leadership, resilience, competition, and building hi...
2025-12-031h 03The Security CircleEP 151 Inside the Hiring Mind: What Security Recruiters Really Look For With Kathy LavinderSend us a textIn Conversation with Kathy LavinderIn this powerful and wide-ranging episode, Yolanda “YoYo” Hamblen sits down with Kathy Lavinder, one of the most respected and experienced global recruiters in the physical security sector. With 25 years at the helm of her specialist search firm, Kathy brings clarity, honesty, and deep industry insight into the evolving world of security hiring.Kathy reflects on the major shifts she’s seen across the industry: the diversification of candidate backgrounds, the rise of more inclusive leadership, and the growin...
2025-11-1253 minThe Security CircleEP 149 Saboteurs in the Boardroom: The Hidden Forces Behind Your Decisions and The Future of Human-Centric Leadership with Jennifer Selby-Long Founder & CEO Selby LLCSend us a text“Predictability doesn’t make you weak — it’s what frees your brain to lead with strength. The more predictability you build, the more resilient your people become.” JSL.🎙️ Podcast Summary: “Rewiring Resilience: From Surviving to Thriving”In this powerful episode of The Security Circle, Yolanda “YoYo” Hamblen sits down with Jennifer Selby Long, an executive coach and transformation leadership expert who has guided over 300 leaders through the toughest moments of their professional and personal evolution. Together, they unpack the real meaning of resilience — and why it’s not about “s...
2025-10-2949 minThe Security CircleEP 147 Dr Grant Van Ulbrich: Change Breaks You. Transformation Builds You.Send us a textBio:Dr Grant Van Ulbrich is an internationally recognised pioneer in Personal Change Management and the founder of Scared So What®, the world’s first personal change model, methodology, and app. His work empowers individuals and organisations to embrace transformation through leadership development, executive coaching, and scalable technology.A Forbes, Wall Street, Entrepreneur-featured thought leader and TEDx speaker with just over 2M views, Grant’s career spans over two decades in global leadership roles within the cruise and hospitality industry before dedicating his research and practice to sales transformation and c...
2025-10-1553 min
Charles Cook PodcastThere are more questions about the Hamblen County Justice Center and the county commission.The new Hamblen County Justice Center is up to 100 million dollars plus in cost and still is not open. The citizens of Hamblen County keep seeing their taxes go up and up, but no one seems to want to ask questions, why?Support the show
2025-10-1229 minThe Security CircleEP 125 Stu Bratt - 'Tough Enough to Talk' for Mental Health WeekSend us a text🎧 Episode Summary: “Tough Enough to Talk”In this deeply moving and candid conversation, host Yolanda Hamblen sits down with Stu Bratt—a military veteran, engineer, and founder of Tough Enough to Care, a mental health charity on a mission to break the stigma around men’s mental wellbeing. Stu shares his personal journey through loss, emotional growth, and ultimately, transformation into a fierce mental health advocate. Together, they explore how vulnerability, community, and meaningful conversation can be life-saving.🔥 Teaser Highlights:From RAF to Realisation: Stu opens up a...
2025-05-1448 min
The Education Blueprint with Dr. Jon RysewykService After School: Exploring Military Pathways with Four Star General and Hamblen County Superintendent Arnie BunchChoosing to serve is a big decision—and with the right guidance, it can open doors to education, purpose, and a host of long-term opportunities. In this episode of The Education Blueprint, Knox County Schools Superintendent Dr. Jon Rysewyk sits down with General Arnie Bunch, a Four-Star General and current Hamblen County Director of Schools, to talk about what it really means to enlist. With 38 years in the U.S. Air Force, General Bunch shares firsthand insight into military careers, the values that shape service members, and the many ways students can prepare for a future in uni...
2025-04-3046 min
Security Thought Leadership: in conversation with Martin GillYoyo Hamblen - Thought Leadership InterviewYoyo Hamblen, a former police detective who launched a career in the security sector developing an expertise that includes physical security, information security and transformational management. But Yoyo is perhaps best known for her evolving role as an international influencer in security, and via her Security Circle podcasts.Sign up to the Security & Risk Thought Leadership Newsletter and Event Updates
2025-02-1747 min
Business Owners Tell AllQuiet Strength: How Jill Hamblen Turned Personal Experience into Purpose-Driven Healthcare DesignGuest:Jill HamblenFounder and President, triARC architecture & designSpecializes in healthcare architecture, motivated by personal experiencesIntroverted leader who prioritizes empathy and values in businessTopics Covered:Jill’s Path to PurposeHow her daughter’s NICU experience led Jill to specialize in healthcare designThe role of physical spaces in supporting healing and human connectionFounding triARC architecture & designThe leap from architect to business ownerThe importance of grit and trusting the journey in entrepreneurshipLeadership as an IntrovertJill’s approach to leadership as an introvert in a relationship-driven industryStrategies for buildi...
2025-01-3024 min
Brave UX with Brendan Jarvis 🇺🇦Rob Hamblen - Behind the Scenes of World-Class Design SprintsRob Hamblen shares his insights on effective sprint facilitation, why he asks clients if they’re designing for today or tomorrow, and why design sprints have a PR problem.
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What do you do when senior leaders aren’t willing to be wrong?
What types of business challenges are most suited to a design sprint?
What have you learned from facilitating sprints with tricky team dynamics?
Does dot voting to enable effective group decisions to be made?
Does it matter if design sprints are performative if alignment is the result?
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K9s for CamoEpisode 27- "Joe Denti After JCCC"A teenaged Joe Denti committed a heinous crime, taking the lives of his mother and step-father. He served 34 years in the Jefferson City Correctional Center and was released last year. In this episode, he explains how three decades in prison changed him from an angry teen to a contrite and grateful man and how dogs healed him.
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2024-03-1338 minK9s for CamoEpisode 26- "The Warrior's Journey"Kevin Weaver has a huge job trying to meet the needs of thousands of US veterans who need a hand-up navigating life after service. In this episode, he talks with Lissa Hamblen about the challenge and the incredible people he's met leading The Warrior's Journey."
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2024-01-2437 minK9s for CamoEpisode 25- "2024 Goals with Mike Brown"New K9s for Camo board president, Mike Brown has big plans to launch the program forward including a massive public event to raise capital.
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2024-01-1135 minK9s for CamoEpisode 24- No BS with Jim FarrellLocal Podcaster Jim Farrell invites Lissa Hamblen to discuss K9s for Camo among other topics. Here's part of that episode. Catch the full version on No BS with Jim Farrell wherever you get your podcasts.
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2023-12-1524 minK9s for CamoEpisode 23- "Rocky & Cooper"From the outside looking in, Rocky Lippold appears to have an ideal life traveling the country in an RV with wife, Bridget. He still works as an accountant and they explore new campsites and cities as full-timers on the road. But after retiring from his military service, Rocky struggled with anxiety and couldn't sleep due to an extreme case of hyper-alertness. He learned a service dog might solve the problem but his wife is allergic to dogs so he dismissed the idea. That is, until Cooper came along.
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2023-11-0417 minK9s for CamoEpisode 22- "Howliday Inn Trunk or Treat"Dozens of dogs in great costumes, adorable children and candy? Why wouldn't K9s for Camo be there to spread our message? And we quickly learned most of the people at this Trunk or Treat do a lot to promote the love and care of dogs.
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2023-10-0511 minK9s for CamoEpisode 21 - "Bluegreen Machine"Many hands certainly make light work and that's our hope as a local sales force at Big Cedar steps up to fundraise for K9s for Camo. In this episode we take board members to attend a meeting of the Bluegreen Wilderness Vacations team who will spend 30 days bringing in cash for K9s. It starts with a very early morning trip down south.
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2023-08-3111 minK9s for CamoEpisode 20- "Save the Dogs, Save the World"Dr. Ellen Ratcliff spent 18 years in veterinary practice before finding a job that puts her at the center of a potential medical milestone. If her employer, Loyal, is successful, it will create a drug that will lengthen the lifespan of dogs. In today's episode, Lissa learns how this former Fair Grove, MO veterinarian is unlocking the keys of longevity for dogs.
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2023-07-2911 minThe Security CircleEP 028 John Rodriguez "The Guardian Within: Mental Health and Empathy in Business Security"Send us a textJohn Rodriguez is the founder of Empathic Security Cultures LLC based in Austin, TX John brings 41+ years of pure corporate security experience working for major corporations including General Motors, Kimberly-Clark, Levi Strauss & Co., and Cardinal Health. He previously was the CSO for Temple-Inland in Austin, TX. He also owned a consulting firm for 10 years with over 100 Fortune 500® clients from 1995-2004. John’s career started in 1982 as a third shift proprietary security officer with General Motors progressing to positions of higher responsibility up to CSO. He has also worked in Latin America and th...
2023-07-131h 02The Security CircleEP 027 The Dark Trade In AI Child Sexual Abuse Material: A Discussion With Journalist Octavia SheepshanksSend us a textNew article Nov 2023https://thecritic.co.uk/the-shadow-side-of-open-source-ai/Octavia Sheepshanks is an intrepid freelance journalist and researcher driven to uncover compelling and demanding stories. Her diverse subjects of interest include space travel, mental health, feminism, and AI. Octavia’s current focus is on the dangerous proliferation of AI-generated child sexual abuse material, and she has dedicated herself to extensive research on the problem throughout 2023.Her work first came to prominence through an investigation conducted with The Times, which provided a sobering insight into a subject that demands immediate attention.In a su...
2023-07-061h 35The Security CircleEP 026 Miranda Coppoolse, From Victim to Rescuer: A Heroine's Journey In The ShadowsSend us a textMiranda is a leading international operating security and behavioral analyst with over 25 years of experience.She has been an awarded Global Security Influencer for Security and Fire (via IFSEC) in June 2021 and for the International Security Journal in December 2022. She is the Founder of MC Global Security Consulting and the co-founder of Salus Operational. Next to that she serves as a Board member on several international Boards and is active on various international security groups and networks. Her free time she volunteers to fighting hum...
2023-06-2953 minK9s for CamoEpisode 19- "Three Lives Saved"On June 21st, Veteran Dan Holman arrived at the Jefferson City Correctional Center to share two things- a letter to an inmate inside and his service dog, Nico. The letter is brand new and explains how life-changing Nico has been in Dan's struggle against PTSD. The dog will reunite with handler Michael Boston who spent months getting him ready to serve.
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2023-06-2813 minThe Security CircleEP 025 Thorsten Neumann on Asset Protection in the Supply Chain 'Modern Technology Makes Your Life Easier, But It's Not More Secure'Send us a textBIO Thorsten NeumannPresident & CEO TAPA EMEAThorsten Neumann has 20 years’ experience in leadership roles in the Industrial Loss Prevention & Security industries.After joining the Transported Asset Protection Association’s (TAPA) Board of Directors in the Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) regionin 2003, he went on to serve as Chairman of TAPA EMEA between 2006 and 2019 before being appointed as the supply chain security and resilience Association’s first-ever full-time President & CEO in 2020.Since then, TAPA EMEA has built a full...
2023-06-2247 minThe Security CircleEP 024 Andy Bennett Discusses Tomorrows Security NowSend us a textAndy BennettVP of Technology, CISOMIS, BAAndy Bennett is a straight shooting, boot wearing native Texan who rolls up his sleeves to build business-centric information security solutions. Andy works with Apollo's clients to help them fully understand their risk exposure and create a strategy to mitigate those risks in alignment with the needs and risk appetite unique to their business. From developing a strategic roadmap to reviewing and designing security architectures and how they fit into the broader enterprise, Andy ensures Apollo's clients are able t...
2023-06-151h 05The Security CircleEP 023 Carolyn Pearson Safe Travels, Bold Tales: Inclusive Travel Risk UnravelledSend us a textBio: Carolyn is the CEO and founder of maiden-voyagage.com. Carolyn launched Maiden Voyage in 2008 after leading technology teams and travelling extensively for companies such as the BBC, ITV, easyJet and Sony Music. She combined her tech and entrepreneurial skills, coupled with her experience as a solo woman traveller to create a company that is now recognised as one of the world leaders in inclusive traveller safety. Maiden Voyage provides education and training services for companies sending their employees on business travel. Carolyn has become a well-known figure in th...
2023-06-0756 min
The Resilient JourneyEpisode 87 - I’ve Met My Match - Yoyo HamblenOkay, let’s see if we understand how podcasts work. I have a guest on – I ask them questions, they answer the questions, we spin off into follow up chatter and the whole thing works perfectly. Until today. This week’s guest has turned the tables on me.
Hello everyone and welcome to episode 87 of the Resilient Journey podcast presented by the Resilience Think Tank. This week, I've my my match as I’m joined by my new friend Yolanda – Yoyo Hamblen.
The wheels fell off this week’s episode before I asked my first question as...
2023-06-0532 minThe Security CircleEP 022 James Cameron - The Executive Protection Standard Didn't Exist So We Said 'Challenge Accepted'Send us a textBio: James Cameron is a Board Certified Protection Professional, and has over 15 years’ international security experience. James is a U.S. Army combat veteran and contracted with US government agencies providing diplomatic security around the globe. James is the owner of Security Concepts Group (www.scg-lv.com) which provides security services internationally. James’s focus has been providing high level Executive Protection which led him in 2021 to start The Board of Executive Protection Professionals (www.ep-board.org). Currently he manages 180 volunteers who are presently creating the first proposed American National...
2023-06-0151 minK9s for CamoEpisode 18- "I'm a Big Cheerleader for the Program"Jennifer Leibi has a unique role within the Department of Corrections in Missouri. She coordinates Puppies for Parole - utilizing incarcerated men and women to train dogs within 16 institutions. Many of the animals come from local shelters and the hope is, the offenders will get them trained to become sought-after pets once they return to the shelters and eventually a forever home. These same inmates train the K9s for Camo dogs and it's Jennifer that keeps all of it organized and successful. She would say she's "just a cheerleader" for the programs that restore the offenders who once...
2023-05-2913 minThe Security CircleEP 021 Travis Frain Surviving The Westminster Bridge Attack 22.3.17Send us a textAbout Travis..."Since sustaining injuries in the Westminster Bridge terror attack on 22nd March 2017, Travis has spent the years following campaigning for the rights of victims of terrorism to improved support from the state, and has committed to doing what he can to play a small part in preventing future attacks. He co-founded the pressure group Survivors Against Terror in 2018, was awarded a Young Leaders in National Security Fellowship by the Counter Extremism Group, and is currently studying for a PhD in the history of Islamist ideology at Edge Hill University...
2023-05-2357 minThe Security CircleEP 020 Figen Murray OBE and Nick Aldworth The Story From The Beginning Remembered On The Anniversary of Manchester Arena Bombing 22.5.17Send us a textFIGEN MURRAY OBEASyl , F.ISRMFigen Murray is the mother of Martyn Hett, who at 29 years of age was tragically killed alongside 21 others at the Manchester Arena terrorist attack in May 2017. Since the Manchester Arena attack, Figen has been working with the Government and the security industry to make the tangible changes that can help ensure no other family has to go through what hers has. She is the force behind Martyn’s Law (Protect Duty), a legislation requiring publicly accessible locations to...
2023-05-1833 minThe Security CircleEP 019 Lee Oughton and Tim Wenzel Talk About 'The Kindness Games'Send us a textAbout Lee...Lee Oughton is a Certified Security Management Professional - CSMP® & Chief Customer Officer to SPS based out of the UK & Ireland. Lee proudly presides as a Member of the board for ZFIS & The Relentless Revival Safe Haven. He is also the Co-Founder & Kindness Crusader for #thekindnessgames LLC, where Lee and his fellow Teammates of Kind Followers, are changing corporate cultures by fostering kindness and positivity within the workplace.An accomplished & championed speaker in-person and on the virtual stage.An entrepreneur and sec...
2023-05-0948 minThe Security CircleEP 018 Dr Gavriel Schneider talks about Resilience, Presilience and High Performance LeadershipSend us a textDr Gav is an acknowledged business leader, author and specialist in the field of human based risk management and the psychology of risk. He is the creator of the Presilience® approach and is a serial entrepreneur who has been running his own businesses since 2001. He has conducted business in over 17 countries and provided a wide range of services for a very diverse client base, ranging from heads of state, to schoolteachers. He is a leading academic and subject matter expert in his field and is a much-sought after International speaker. He has, o...
2023-05-041h 58The Security CircleEP 017 Andy Neal, Uncovering Intentions: Behavioural Analysis in Threat Detection and PreventionSend us a textAndy is the Associate Director of Global Security Solutions at Cardinus Risk Management where he provides a range of clients with training in corporate travel safety, lone working, hostile environments, conflict management and behaviour profiling. Throughout a career spanning 24 years, Andy has a proven track record in delivering outcomes across regional, national, and international projects in partnership with Government, Military, and non-Government agencies. Highly regarded in his field, Andy has extensive experience, specialist training and a unique style of delivery that gets results. He has de...
2023-04-2548 minThe Security CircleEP 016 Professor Lisa Wilson (Short) "Unraveling the Mysteries of Blockchain and Cryptocurrency: Your Ultimate Guide"Send us a textPROFESSOR LISA SHORTDUniv., FBCS., FRSA., Grad. Cert Sc., Bch T&D, Dip. T&A Sys., Adv. Dip. OHS, BA (Economics, Geog., Fin. Mgt.) Dip. Ed.Founder Areté Business PerformanceProfessor Extraordinaire, Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Digital Technology [Adjunct]Academic Advisory Board – International Association of Trusted Blockchain Applications [INATBA]Legal Advisory Council – UK ICC Centre for Digital Trade & InnovationGlobal Expert: Centre for Finance Technology & Entrepreneurship [Risk, Blockchain, Digital Assets, Cyber, Digital Transformation, Fintech] Programme Director: CFTE & Singapore Management University Blockchain & Digital Assets.Professor Lisa Short is in...
2023-04-2049 minThe Security CircleEP 015 "Caught in the Crossfire: A Security Professional's Personal Account of Surviving Putin's Invasion in Ukraine" by Andrii LukashenkoSend us a textAndrii Lukashenko BIO Andrii Lukashenko is a security and risk management professional with over a decade of experience in managing security and crisis situations. He has worked in various leadership roles for international organizations, private companies, and academic institutions. In November 2022, Lukashenko founded Smart Risk Solutions, Ukraine, a security consulting firm that specializes in travel risk management, crisis management, and security consulting. With his team of experienced consultants, analysts, and international partners, he provides support to clients facing risks that could affect their business....
2023-04-1353 minK9s for CamoEpisode 17- "Darin and Dozer"K9s for Camo provides service dogs for veterans but once a year, our bylaws allow a dog to go to a deserving member of law enforcement. Former Taney County, MO deputy Darin Carter received his dog, Dozer, in November of 2022. In this episode, he explains what happened on the job in 2016 that changed his life and how Dozer is now his own first responder.
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2023-04-0619 minThe Security CircleEP 014 Abigail Moss Discussing 'Why Are So Many Employees Tentatively Looking For Another Job?'Send us a textAbigail Moss is an Associate Director at Eames Consulting, where she heads up our growing Cyber Security, Information Security and Digital Trust Practice Abigail has been working in recruitment for over 15 years, always in high growth sectors. She has been with Eames for the past two years where she has grown and developed the Cyber Practice , personally leading on all senior cyber security hiring at Eames and her established team of cyber recruiters support a large number of Insurance/FS clients in building out complete cyber security teams. Abigail is...
2023-04-0647 minThe Security CircleEP 013 Global AI Influencer Gerhard Furter, Talks Chat GPT and AI - Can Humans Harness The Power Without HarmSend us a textNamed 3rd in Top 10 IFSEC Global influencers in AI for 2022. Gerhard says, 'I'm paid to play with ideas, toys and possibilities all day while flipping the bird at the industry's concept of 'impossible'. He is the founder and CTO of Iris AL (Pty) Ltd. Specialising in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning, Machine Vision, Deep Learning and Software Development. He is an innovator and problem solver, and he is passionate about Science and Technology, Animal Welfare, Children, Civil Rights and Social Action, Economic Empowerment, Education, Environment and Human Rights....
2023-03-2934 min
A Hymn for That#36: Hymn Story: Until Then by Stuart HamblenSend us a textListen to the hymn story behind Stuart Hamblen's gospel hymn, Until Then.More short hymn story episodes like this to come. Miss the longer format? Those are still coming, too. A little variety helps makes things interesting!Mentioned in this episode:Get your hymn recommendation for the day at HymnsIllustrated.com/quiz. Support the show
2023-03-2806 minThe Security CircleEP 012 The Legendary Charles 'Chuck' Andrews, We Discuss His Amazing Journey from Police to Global Security InfluencerSend us a textCharles "Chuck" Andrews, CPPGlobal Security Influencer Chuck (charles.andrews.cso@gmail.com), as he is known around the world, is the Founder of the well known FRIENDS OF CHUCK (FOC) security group (www.friendsofchuck.com)! His career in the Security & Law Enforcement industries exceeds 40 years! Probably one of the best known figures in the Security industry, it's hard to miss him at a conference or event with his custom fitted TEXAS cowboy hat....which incidentally has 250,000+ air miles on it...traveling the globe! From h...
2023-03-2346 minThe Security CircleEP 011 Alexandra Hoffman discusses Quitting Big Corporate, To Set Up Her Own Crisis Management ConsultancySend us a textQuitting big corporate and the comfort that comes with that to set up your own crisis management consultancy is a brave and gutsy move. We understand here talking to Alexandra, what motivated her and we learned about the challenges she had along the way including covid not long after she quit her big corporate role.Alexandra is so interesting and knowledgeable to listen to and she even provides great information on 5 key identifiers that companies need to deploy to stay strong during a crisis.Alexandra Hoffmann is the CEO...
2023-03-1644 minK9s for CamoEpisode 16 - "Tails & Ales"Behind every good fundraiser you'll find hardworking volunteers trying to turn fun into money. Taylor Hayes and Joy Weis are meeting for lunch to go over plans for Tails & Ales, one of K9s for Camo's biggest money makers. So many details have to be ironed out and Lissa wants to get a first look at what donors can expect when they arrive on April 11th. As it turns out, she's late to lunch because another fundraiser is starting to percolate.
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2023-03-1113 minThe Security CircleEP 010 Lucy Grimwade and Seetan Varsani Discuss Male AllyshipSend us a textSeetan Varsani MSc, BA (hons) – Divisional Director: London, Corps Security UK Ltd Seetan is an experienced security professional, he has worked within the security industry for more than nineteen years, holding a number of senior positions. He is Divisional Director for Corps Security’s London business. Seetan uncovers smarter ways of working and contract efficiencies is a key area of expertise for Seetan and within his contract portfolio he works with management teams to evolve security operations and constantly improve what we do.Seetan is supported by experie...
2023-03-0943 minThe Security CircleEP 009 Lisa Baskott Talks About Why Womens Safety needs to be Center StageSend us a textLisa talks about the evocative moment during the week of Sarah Everard's death that things changed for her, and why women's safety needs stronger focus for the night time economy. Women and girls continue to face sexual harassment and are subjected to the highest reported figures for their drinks being spiked. Lisa talks about her involvement in the bigger much needed solutions.Prior to starting 2nd Line of Defence, Lisa had a 20-year career in B2B media, specialising in publishing, tv, online and mobile advertising. She left advertising in 2014 to...
2023-03-0844 minThe Security CircleEP 008 Adriaan Bosch discusses Security in a Leadership Role in Extreme Risk EnvironmentsSend us a textAdriaan is a vastly experienced executive in Physical Security, Loss Prevention and Risk Management helping organisations become more resilient to complex threats. Around the campfire, he entertains others with accounts of adventure and adversity from a life boldly lived. With a career spanning two decades in safety and security, he lives out his passion for people by bringing together and leading teams of professionals, developing turnaround security strategies for multinational companies trading in complex environments. He is an independent thinker with a global perspective and a working background across fo...
2023-03-0245 minThe Security CircleEP 007 Cyber Security Influencer Jay Jay Davey discusses Secure Minds: Navigating Cyber Security and Mental WellnessSend us a textI was thrilled to be able to speak to Jay Jay Davey, super knowledgeable, very interesting to hear his views on both Cyber Security and his journey to mental health strength.The Cyber security threats we face are real and we take a deep dive into all the things you should know from those on the front line of cyber security.Jay Jay Davey is a developing leader in the field of security operations, with extensive experience in helping businesses build and optimise their SOCs. With a strong b...
2023-02-2332 minThe Security CircleEP 006 Philip Ingram discusses Security Around the World in 30 minutes.Send us a textWe were thrilled to have Philips time to get an understanding of the global security issues around the world, from the Ukraine, to Eco terrorism, Data terrorism, Hacking serotonin and Nuclear escalation. We could have talked to him for hours.Philip Ingram MBE BSc MA is a journalist specialising in the cyber, security, counter terror, defence and intelligence arenas. His knowledge is built from a long and senior military career as an intelligence and security officer, a strategic planner (who has helped take over a couple of countries or regions) with...
2023-02-1633 minThe Security CircleEP 005 Lee Doddridge - 'Mental Health, and Military into Security'Send us a text‘Let's come off mute and speak‘ says Lee Doddridge about how we are struggling with Mental Health and PTSD.We were delighted to speak to Lee and hear his story about his journey from the Military to Security, and his struggles with Mental Health and PTSD and why the Security Industry needs to do more to support colleagues with their Mental Health.As a former Counter Terrorism Security Officer and member of the National Counter Terrorism Security Office (NaCTSO) , Lee holds both Licentiateship and Graduateship in Counter Terrorism Security Management, lice...
2023-02-0929 min
K9s for CamoEpisode 15 - "He Was So Much More than this One Thing" -Kelly Brown's storyOn November 17th, 2021 Kelly Brown got a knock on her door and saw two police officers with stricken faces. They were there to tell her their colleague, her husband Matt, had taken his own life. He had served 21 years as a police officer, 25 years in the National Guard. This episode depicts Kelly's heartbreaking experience as she and her children learn to live without the man they loved- a soldier and officer who finally gave up fighting against his past trauma.
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2023-02-0337 minThe Security CircleEP 004 Claire Humble discusses Transformation in the UK Security IndustrySend us a textWe couldn't wait to speak to Claire Humble to find out why transformation in the UK Security Industry is so important. It's fair to say, there is a lot of great content here around real progressive security leadership, and Claire is a wonderful advocate when it comes to singing about the best that the Security Industry can offer. Claire say's "We've got to really cast off those shackles of being a legacy security service where we just look at buildings, walk around buildings, lock some doors and close windows with so muc...
2023-01-2627 minThe Security CircleEP 003 Martin Gill - Security and Awards are they a match made in heaven?Send us a textCreator of the OSPA's Professor Martin Gill, tells us why awards are so beneficial for individuals and businesses in the Security Industry.The UK OSPAs, now being held in 16 countries, takes place on 23 February in London. The gala dinner will be attended by leaders across the sector: https://uk.theospas.com/attend/. In the afternoon the 5th Security Thought Leadership Summit will be held which building on the Thought Leadership webinars Martin has hosted in recent years: https://theospas.com/thought-leadership-webinars/Professor Martin Gill (m.gill...
2023-01-2530 minThe Security CircleEP 002 David Rubens 'Security Risk Management' and the launch of his new book in 2023!Send us a textDavid Rubens talks to Yolanda and Ash about Global Crisis Management and why there are so many of the same problems all around the world.He talks about his new book Strategic Risk and Crisis Management, A handbook for modelling and managing complex risks.David never disappoints. This half an hour sped by for us.Security Circle ⭕️ is an IFPOD production for IFPO the International Foundation of Protection Officers
2023-01-2324 min
The Security CircleEP 001 John Sephton 'Security and Social Media Friend or Foe?'Send us a textSecurity Professional and Influencer John Sephton Fsyl talks to us about why Linked In is critical for engaging with his network, and how important it is to have a digital brand on line when working in the Security Industry. John talks frankly about the pitfalls to look out for and how to keep people interested in your online content.John Sephton's 'Sunday Debate' is published on Linked In every Sunday morning and features relevant topics for professionals in the Security Industry to debate. #Sundaydebate or look at his website Www.sephinsecurity...
2023-01-2220 min
K9s for CamoEpisode 14 - "He's Perfect." Can Niko calm the chaos?For 20 years, retired Army ranger, Dan Holman dreaded going to sleep. Nearly every night he would have terrifying nightmares caused by PTSD and they made sleep fitful and scary. Lissa met Dan and his wife, Julie, in April of 2022 and then again 10 months later, before and after they welcomed a dog named Niko into their home. Will Niko be the answer to calming Dan's sleep and alleviating his anxiety in public? We find out in this episode.
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2023-01-1112 min
THE PLEXUSS HIGH SCHOOL LEADERSHIP PODCAST SERIESEpisode # 34 - Arnold Bunch, Superintendent, Hamblen County Department of EducationArnold Bunch, Superintendent, Hamblen County Department of Education, joins David Linnevers!
2022-11-0142 min
K9s for CamoEpisode 13 - "The Sound of Cider Days"September 17th and 18th was hot in Springfield, Missouri and running a booth at Cider Days required shade, water and dog treats. Producer Lissa Hamblen is one of the board members spending time at the K9s for Camo booth where t-shirts, coloring sheets and stickers awaited our visitors. Even service dog, Banks joined in, looking dignified in his signature jacket. Several people who approached our tent had stories of service. Others had stories of struggle that keeps them fighting the same battle they thought they had left in the war zones.
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2022-10-1909 min
K9s for CamoEpisode 12 - "Who Can be a Trainer?"At the Sho-Me Jeepers event, drivers had coolers, radios, maps, etc. packed in their jeeps ahead of the three-hour run. One of them, Jessica Mooney, carried something else in her backseat - three puppies. In this episode, she describes to Lissa Hamblen how she wants to be a trainer for K9s for Camo and Founder John Lopez explains why people like Jessica are so desperately needed.
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2022-10-0209 min
Book StoriesS1 E1: Stephanie Hamblen, Dean of Curriculum and InstructionOn our first episode, we have an interview with Stephanie Hamblen, Dean of Curriculum and Instruction. We discuss books she loved as a kid, in her teenage years, advice for developing book habits, e-books vs. physical books, and more. Please enjoy our conversation!
2022-09-2909 min