Ming Chen (X/Twitter, Instagram, A Shared Universe PodcaStudio) is back to catch up with Bob and Randy. There are lots of stories and reminiscing, as well as discussion of Ming’s latest adventures and escapades. Ming is a long-time friend of the show and he’s always a blast ..read more

Astronomicon is back with their seventh installment! Astronomicon is a pop culture convention with something for fans of all ages. Bob and Randy talk to Astronomicon organizer Mikey about what makes the event unique, why it’s fun, and what guests will be in attendance this year. Plus, episodes like this alway devolve into fun stories of past encounters—always a good time! Astronomicon 7 is coming up April 12 – 14 at Burton Manor in Livonia ..read more

This week, Bob and Randy are joined by John Bingham, COO of Speak by Design. They discus John’s journey from high-stress CISO roles at major companies to consulting, shedding light on the skills necessary to succeed in the ever-evolving cyber security landscape. The conversation takes an intriguing turn towards sales principles, relationship building, and effective communication, revealing unconventional perspectives on what it truly means to be a CISO. Additionally, John shares personal anecdotes of working alongside his wife and juggling family life ..read more

In this episode, Bob and Randy hang out with special guest Brian “Schneebs” of Great Security Debate. First, Bob provides a review of Aquaman: The Lost Kingdom. Then, the topic shifts to data security with an emphasis on some of the security scams floating around like the pig butchering scam. Later, Brian gives advice on the types of scams and how to recognize them. Finally, cryptocurrency scams are discussed, such as the Centra Tech fraud and the movie Bitconned ..read more

Matt Van Italie of Sema is back (last visit). The conversation delves into the challenges and advantages of remote work, the need for strategic and operational innovation, the role of human input in AI, and the significance of clear and concise communication. We also talk about the balance between structured communication and the empowerment of workers to waste less time, ultimately highlighting the value of lifelong learning in honing effective communication skills. Bob recommends the movie BlackBerry ..read more

In this episode of ‘IT in the D’, Bob and Randy chat with Jason Brown, a renowned IT security manager from the Shyft Group. They discuss the influence of AI and security in today’s tech world and how it’s poised to change our future.  Jason also shares some insights about his book, the ‘Executive Cybersecurity Handbook’. The conversation also delves into vital issues like malware, ransomware, and identity management, offering listeners an in-depth understanding of the current cybersecurity landscape ..read more

This week, we were joined by IT in the D Legend Nuri Gocay, Chief Solutions Officer at Local Measure and former co-host of this very show. We kicked off talking about the Humane AI Pin, a wearable cell phone. Bob and Randy were not amused, however Nuri is intrigued by the notion of getting rid of his screen. It will be interesting to follow the journey and see if this turns out to be another Google Glass. We then got into emerging tech and what is the next big thing.  Lastly, Nuri goes to Burning Man every year. His stories are amazing and he really should h ..read more

This week, Alex Linebrink, CEO of Passage, is back to talk to Bob and Randy to about what’s new in the ticketing space as well as some milestones and recognition Passage has received lately. Alex was last on Episode 439. They discuss how ticketing processes have evolved, the use of AI in understanding audience preferences, and their experience with selling over 8 million tickets. They also touch on the impact of service fees and issues with transparency in the ticketing industry ..read more

I’m trying something new this week: These show notes were generated by putting a transcript into ChatGPT. Feedback is appreciated! —Randy We recently heard Jeff Marraccini on the “This Week in Enterprise Technology (TWiET)” podcast. Jeff, the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Altair, joined us this week to share insights into his background and the challenges Altair faces in cybersecurity as a globally acquisitive company. The conversation explores Jeff’s transition from a Vice President of IT to a CISO, underscoring the importance of continuous learning and formal courses from ISC ..read more

This week, we chatted with Jason Charnas from Gesher Human Services. They help thousands of people in areas of career development and training, and they also have a program helping those with disabilities find employment. We got into resume writing and their philosophy in helping showcase work history. The best part—they do it for free! We aren’t big fans of companies that charge for this. We also got into IT training and certifications that will attract employers in this market. Jason was a great interview and we hope you enjoy the listen! (Referenced episode: E ..read more