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The Other Side Of The Firewall

The Other Side Of The Firewall

By: Ryan Williams
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 Cybersecurity is an ever growing field and representation within it matters more than ever! We here at The Other Side of the Firewall podcast, strive to highlight those movers and shakers and glass ceiling breakers. People of Color, who have made it to the other side of the proverbial firewall into those Senior and C-suite level positions. Aside from the interviews of IT Professionals, just like you, our crew will have fun discussing the latest and greatest news, measures to protect yourself from bad actors on the inter-webs and sprinkle in some games and entertainment as well. Enjoy! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theothersideofthefirewall/supportRyan Williams Politics & Government
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  • 16 Billion Passwords Leaked—Here's What You Must Do Right Now

    16 Billion Passwords Leaked—Here's What You Must Do Right Now
    Jun 23 2025
    In this episode of the Other Side of the Firewall podcast, hosts Ryan Williams Sr. and Shannon Tynes discuss a significant cybersecurity incident involving the leak of 16 billion passwords. They emphasize the importance of password security, the need for multi-factor authentication (MFA), and the adoption of passkey security to enhance protection against data breaches. The conversation also touches on the necessity of regularly changing passwords and educating others about cybersecurity risks. Article: 16 Billion Apple, Facebook, Google And Other Passwords Leakedhttps://www.forbes.com/sites/daveywinder/2025/06/20/16-billion-apple-facebook-google-passwords-leaked---change-yours-now/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExQVZYZklLVjZaQWdSMDNWWQEe2_WbIIsngeIn3Z8kCVsLGoSaPWRmACaOuEMi7ZuxQCrY9XzY9IvUuCnW0k0_aem_EkQvAfKP7ikDgkkN-mAg7Q Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Socials: Website - www.ramcyber.io Heroes Media Group: https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/ Audio - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/id1542479181 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@theothersideofthefirewall7511 ReppedFLIX - https://lnkd.in/eVis2CbS WDJY 99.1 FM: https://www.wdjyfm.com/ TuneIn: https://lnkd.in/e2crcZU8 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556539026086 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theothersideofthefw X (Twitter) - https://twitter.com/Ask_a_CISSP TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ryanwilliams683 Medium - https://medium.com/@ryanwilliamssenior Subscribe to LinkedIn Newsletter - https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7172626552545865728 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/ Ryan on Twitter, LinkedIn, Clubhouse, and Threads - @ryrysecurityguy Chris on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisabacon/ Chapters00:00 Introduction to Cybersecurity News00:58 Massive Password Leak: 16 Billion Compromised04:29 Importance of Password Security and MFA06:54 Conclusion and Resources #cybersecurity #password #compromise
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    8 mins
  • The Weekly Run Down 6/20/25

    The Weekly Run Down 6/20/25
    Jun 20 2025
    In this episode of The Other Side of the Firewall podcast, hosts Ryan Williams Sr. and Shannon Tynes discuss various topics ranging from gaming experiences with Madden 26 to family outings at amusement parks. They also review the live-action adaptation of Lilo and Stitch, touching on casting controversies and representation in film. The conversation wraps up with personal updates, including upcoming projects and reflections on fatherhood. Buy my book! https://theothersideofthefirewall.com Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Socials: Website - www.ramcyber.io Heroes Media Group: https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/ Audio - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/id1542479181 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@theothersideofthefirewall7511 ReppedFLIX - https://lnkd.in/eVis2CbS WDJY 99.1 FM: https://www.wdjyfm.com/ TuneIn: https://lnkd.in/e2crcZU8 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556539026086 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theothersideofthefw X (Twitter) - https://twitter.com/Ask_a_CISSP TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ryanwilliams683 Medium - https://medium.com/@ryanwilliamssenior Subscribe to LinkedIn Newsletter - https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7172626552545865728 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/ Ryan on Twitter, LinkedIn, Clubhouse, and Threads - @ryrysecurityguy Chris on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisabacon/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Hosts 01:07 Gaming News: Madden 26 Reveal and Franchise Mode 04:44 Family Adventures: Boondocks Amusement Park Experience 09:14 Movie Reviews: Lilo and Stitch Live Action 14:25 Representation in Film: Casting Controversies 18:42 Gaming Updates: Mario Kart and New Indie Games 23:07 Book Announcement: Guide Release and Future Plans #cybersecurity #movies #gaming
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    25 mins
  • Turning AI Hype into Intentional Protection

    Turning AI Hype into Intentional Protection
    Jun 18 2025
    In this episode, Ryan Williams Sr. and Shannon Tynes discuss the intersection of cybersecurity and artificial intelligence, focusing on how security teams can leverage AI while managing the associated risks. They explore the importance of communicating effectively with C-suite executives about AI's potential benefits and dangers, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach that neither downplays risks nor incites unnecessary fear. The conversation also touches on the evolving role of CISOs and the challenges they face in securing organizations against emerging threats. Article: Gartner: How Security Teams Can Turn Hype Into Opportunity https://www.darkreading.com/application-security/gartner-security-teams-hype-opportunity?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExT0JlSEwzY1VBbUVNeHFEUgEeO-2sfXLqLdOxW0btod6O_6fgjZ9TU4Y7LzaMTYQjnIZp3Mxpxh30gAnwh5Y_aem_GhFgETytg2SpBNr8uvUMJQ Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Socials: Website - www.ramcyber.io Heroes Media Group: https://www.heroesmediagroup.com/shows/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/ Audio - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/id1542479181 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@theothersideofthefirewall7511 ReppedFLIX - https://lnkd.in/eVis2CbS WDJY 99.1 FM: https://www.wdjyfm.com/ TuneIn: https://lnkd.in/e2crcZU8 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556539026086 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theothersideofthefw X (Twitter) - https://twitter.com/Ask_a_CISSP TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ryanwilliams683 Medium - https://medium.com/@ryanwilliamssenior Subscribe to LinkedIn Newsletter - https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7172626552545865728 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-other-side-of-the-firewall/ Ryan on Twitter, LinkedIn, Clubhouse, and Threads - @ryrysecurityguy Chris on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisabacon/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Cybersecurity and AI Discussions 00:46 The Role of AI in Security Posture 03:47 Balancing Fear and Opportunity in AI 08:50 Perspectives on CISO Responsibilities and Communication #cybersecurity #ciso #artificialintelligence
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    14 mins
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