Episodios

  • Show changes and upcoming topics for 2026
    Apr 1 2026

    The Mindful Business Security Show is a call-in radio style podcast for small business leaders.

    Big changes are coming to the show that will make it easier than ever to participate! In this short update, Accidental CISO discusses those changes as well as the plan for episode topics for the remainder of 2026. Tune in and get the scoop!

    Are you struggling with how to deal with Cybersecurity, Information Security, or Risk Management in your organization? Be a caller on a future episode of the show. Visit our podcast page and sign up now!

    Show Merch: https://shop.mindfulsmbshow.com/

    Website: https://www.focivity.com/podcast

    Twitter: @mindfulsmbshow

    Hosted by: @AccidentalCISO

    Produced by: @Focivity

    Theme music by Michael Kobrin.

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  • The importance of application security in small businesses
    Dec 18 2025

    The Mindful Business Security Show is a call-in radio style podcast for small business leaders. Join our hosts as they take questions from business leaders like you!

    On this episode, Accidental CISO is joined by guest host Tanya Janca, @shehackspurple. Tanya is a hacker, software developer, author, and educator. She is passionate about application security and helping organization's build secure software. She is also an active contributor to the cybersecurity community.

    In this episode, Tanya mentioned many useful resources:

    Tanya's SDLC Cheat Sheet and Newsletter Tanya's Github Repo - Train the Trainer - Pushing Left Tanya's Github Repo - Train the Trainer - Security is Everybody's Job

    OWASP SAMM (maturity model) OWASP Top 10 - 2025 OWASP Training Videos on YouTube

    Bob and Alice Learn Secure Coding by Tanya Janca Bob and Alice Learn Application Security by Tanya Janca Software Supply Chain Security by Cassie Crosley

    You can find Tanya online via her website as well as LinkedIn, Bluesky, X, Mastodon, Tiktok, and YouTube. You'll also be able to connect with her via her new online community, DevSec Station, launching in early 2026.

    Additionally, you can find a playlist of Tanya's music on her YouTube channel.

    Are you struggling with how to deal with Cybersecurity, Information Security, or Risk Management in your organization? Be a caller on a future episode of the show. Visit our podcast page and sign up now!

    Show Merch: https://shop.mindfulsmbshow.com/

    Website: https://www.focivity.com/podcast

    Twitter: @mindfulsmbshow

    Hosted by: @AccidentalCISO

    Produced by: @Focivity

    Theme music by Michael Kobrin.

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    1 h y 11 m
  • Humanely managing IT and security teams
    Nov 27 2025

    The Mindful Business Security Show is a call-in radio style podcast for small business leaders. Join our hosts as they take questions from business leaders like you!

    On this episode, Accidental CISO is joined by guest host Mike Simmons. Mike is a consultant, leadership coach, speaker, and podcaster. He combines systems thinking with a people focused approach to help his clients achieve results through clear communication.

    You can find his videos about business and leadership on his YouTube channel, and you can contact him via his website, Find My Catalyst.

    Are you struggling with how to deal with Cybersecurity, Information Security, or Risk Management in your organization? Be a caller on a future episode of the show. Visit our podcast page and sign up now!

    Show Merch: https://shop.mindfulsmbshow.com/

    Website: https://www.focivity.com/podcast

    Twitter: @mindfulsmbshow

    Hosted by: @AccidentalCISO

    Produced by: @Focivity

    Theme music by Michael Kobrin.

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    1 h y 23 m
  • Incident Response planning and tabletop drills
    Oct 23 2025

    The Mindful Business Security Show is a call-in radio style podcast for small business leaders. Join our hosts as they take questions from business leaders like you!

    This episode was recorded live at the 2025 Blue Team Con conference in Chicago, Illinois.

    On this episode, Accidental CISO is joined by guest host 0DDJ0BB. 0J is the Director of Detection and Response for his employer. When he isn't working, he volunteers his time and expertise with non-profits, creates educational workshops about cybersecurity for local libraries, and produces videos about cybersecurity on his YouTube channel.

    You can find 0DDJ0BB online via his YouTube channel, Glass of 0J.

    Are you struggling with how to deal with Cybersecurity, Information Security, or Risk Management in your organization? Be a caller on a future episode of the show. Visit our podcast page and sign up now!

    Show Merch: https://shop.mindfulsmbshow.com/

    Website: https://www.focivity.com/podcast

    Twitter: @mindfulsmbshow

    Hosted by: @AccidentalCISO

    Produced by: @Focivity

    Theme music by Michael Kobrin.

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    53 m
  • Special Episode - SMB Security Awareness Training 2025
    Oct 1 2025

    The Mindful Business Security Show is a call-in radio style podcast for small business leaders.

    This time, Accidental CISO is joined by guest host Tailor Tolliver. Tailor is a cybersecurity consultant, fitness coach, and content creator with a passion for helping others succeed.

    In this special episode, they present a security awareness training session that small business leaders can use in their organizations to help teach their teams about cybersecurity.

    Topics covered in this security awareness training session include:

    • Why security matters in small businesses
    • Social Engineering
    • Email Security
    • Browser Security
    • Computer Security
    • Password Security
    • Software Sources
    • WiFi Security
    • Data Protection
    • Physical Security
    • Public Environments
    • Incident Response

    You can reach Tailor via her website, where you can find links to her social media profiles or book a penetration testing consultation.

    Are you struggling with how to deal with Cybersecurity, Information Security, or Risk Management in your organization? Be a caller on a future episode of the show. Visit our podcast page and sign up now!

    Show Merch: https://shop.mindfulsmbshow.com/

    Website: https://www.focivity.com/podcast

    Twitter: @mindfulsmbshow

    Hosted by: @AccidentalCISO

    Produced by: @Focivity

    Theme music by Michael Kobrin.

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    1 h y 34 m
  • Security prioritization, road mapping, and ROI in small businesses
    Aug 21 2025

    The Mindful Business Security Show is a call-in radio style podcast for small business leaders. Join our hosts as they take questions from business leaders like you!

    This time, Accidental CISO is joined by guest host Kevin Jackson. Kevin is another long-time industry veteran with experience in both the government and private sectors. He's a former vCISO turned startup founder. His company, Level 6 Cybersecurity has built a tool to help business leaders make better cybersecurity investment decisions.

    You can connect with Kevin online via LinkedIn, X, or Bluesky.

    You can find Level 6 Cybersecurity on LinkedIn.

    Are you struggling with how to deal with Cybersecurity, Information Security, or Risk Management in your organization? Be a caller on a future episode of the show. Visit our podcast page and sign up now!

    Show Merch: https://shop.mindfulsmbshow.com/

    Website: https://www.focivity.com/podcast

    Twitter: @mindfulsmbshow

    Hosted by: @AccidentalCISO

    Produced by: @Focivity

    Theme music by Michael Kobrin.

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    1 h y 7 m
  • Introducing penetration testing in small businesses
    Jul 28 2025

    The Mindful Business Security Show is a call-in radio style podcast for small business leaders. Join our hosts as they take questions from business leaders like you!

    On this episode, Accidental CISO is joined by guest host Tib3rius. Tib3rius is a hacker, penetration tester, and content creator. He is passionate about helping folks learn about cybersecurity, and he loves sharing his knowledge to help others secure their businesses and systems.

    You can find links to Tib3rius' website, content, and social media profiles on his Linktree page.

    Are you struggling with how to deal with Cybersecurity, Information Security, or Risk Management in your organization? Be a caller on a future episode of the show. Visit our podcast page and sign up now!

    Show Merch: https://shop.mindfulsmbshow.com/

    Website: https://www.focivity.com/podcast

    Twitter: @mindfulsmbshow

    Hosted by: @AccidentalCISO

    Produced by: @Focivity

    Theme music by Michael Kobrin.

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    1 h y 19 m
  • Measuring cybersecurity programs in small businesses
    Jun 26 2025

    The Mindful Business Security Show is a call-in radio style podcast for small business leaders. Join our hosts as they take questions from business leaders like you!

    On this episode, Accidental CISO is joined by guest host Alyssa Miller. Alyssa is the CISO of a multi-billion-dollar global company, board member, conference organizer, author, and speaker. Blending her deep technical expertise with sharp business acumen, she has taken her passion for hacking and turned it into a very successful 28-year career in the industry.

    During the episode, Alyssa mentioned a TEDx talk that she gave about sustainability in cybersecurity careers. A video recording of the talk is available on YouTube.

    You can connect with Alyssa on Bluesky: @alyssam-infosec.com, LinkedIn, or via her website, https://alyssasec.com.

    Are you struggling with how to deal with Cybersecurity, Information Security, or Risk Management in your organization? Be a caller on a future episode of the show. Visit our podcast page and sign up now!

    Show Merch: https://shop.mindfulsmbshow.com/

    Website: https://www.focivity.com/podcast

    Twitter: @mindfulsmbshow

    Hosted by: @AccidentalCISO

    Produced by: @Focivity

    Theme music by Michael Kobrin.

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    1 h y 4 m