Podcast Episodes

S2 E3: Unlocking the Potential of Blue Teaming with Microsoft Intel Analyst Simeon

Season 2

In this episode of Simply Defensive, hosts Josh Mason and Wade Wells talk with Simeon, an Intel Analyst at Microsoft. Listen as they explore his journey from aspiring doctor to cybersecurity expert, …

Published on 7 months, 1 week ago

S2 E2: From Military Police to Cyber Sleuth - Jess Bishop's Journey and Insights

Season 2

In this episode of Simply Defensive, hosts Josh Mason and Wade Wells are joined by SOC analyst Jessica Bishop. Jessica shares her unconventional journey into cybersecurity, transitioning from militar…

Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago

S2 E1: Cybersecurity Adventures with Dan Reardon - Memes, Blogging, and Community Insights

Season 2

Join hosts Josh Mason and Wade Wells in this episode of Simply Defensive as they welcome cybersecurity meme-maker and SOC analyst, Dan Reardon, also known as The HaircutFish.

Discover Dan's unconventi…

Published on 7 months, 3 weeks ago

S1 E8: From Cyber Beginnings to VP - An Interview with Melanie Thomas

Season 1

In this episode of Simply Defensive, hosts Josh Mason and Wade Wells sit down with Melanie Thomas, Vice President of Cyber Security at BridgePoint Technologies. Melanie shares insights from her role,…

Published on 9 months, 3 weeks ago

S1 E7: War Driving Adventures and Hard Hat Brigade Insights

Season 1

In this episode of Simply Defensive, hosts Josh Mason and Wade Wells welcome Ken, also known as MonkeyDragon, a member of Defcon 858 in San Diego and co-founder of Hard Hat Brigade. Ken introduces hi…

Published on 9 months, 4 weeks ago

S1 E6: Aligning Red and Blue Best Practices for Effective SOCs

Season 1

Welcome to Simply Defensive! Josh Mason and co-host Wade Wells sit down with special guest Ashley Knowles from Black Hills InfoSec. Dive into the world of pen testing, SOC management, and the complex…

Published on 10 months ago

S1 E5: Incident Response, Career Evolution, and the Importance of Soft Skills

Season 1

Blake Reagan on Incident Response, Career Evolution, and the Importance of Soft Skills

In this week's episode of Simply Defensive, host Josh Mason and co-host Wade Wells welcome incident response expe…

Published on 10 months, 1 week ago

S1 E4: Real Talk on Cybersecurity Careers with FedX

Season 1

In this episode of Simply Defensive, hosts Josh Mason and Wade Wells are joined by @TheFedXChannel, a seasoned security analyst from Central Florida. The conversation starts with FedEx discussing his…

Published on 10 months, 2 weeks ago

S1 E3: Watchmaker to Threat Hunter - Jibby's Remarkable Journey

Season 1

In this episode of Simply Defensive, hosts Josh Mason and Wade Wells interview their first guest of the season, Jibby. Jibby shares his incredible journey from a decade-long career in watch and jewel…

Published on 10 months, 3 weeks ago

S1 E2: Decoding Detection As Code - A Deep Dive with Wade Wells

Season 1

In this episode of Simply Defensive, host Josh Mason talks with co-host Wade Wells about the concept of 'detection as code,' a methodology in cybersecurity focusing on automating and enhancing detect…

Published on 11 months ago