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AI Leadership Compass: Navigating AI Transformation with Priya Sarathy, PhD

In Episode 13 of E. B. Spoke - The Podcast, host Erik Boemanns interviews Priya Sarathy about her new book, 'AI Leadership Compass - Lead with Clarity: Seven Moves That Power AI Transformation.' They discuss the rapid advancements of large language models (LLMs) and their disruptive potential in the workplace, emphasizing the need for responsible experimentation.

Priya shares her motivation for writing the book, which aims to guide senior leadership in balancing innovation at the edge with effective governance. She highlights the importance of AI fluency, cultural adoption, and continuous education. The conversation also covers practical advice for executives, success stories from companies like John Deere and Mod Pizza, and the necessity of having humans in the loop to ensure AI is used ethically and effectively.

00:00 Introduction: The Rapid Evolution of AI

00:44 Guest Introduction: Priya Sarathy and Her New Book

01:11 Motivation Behind Writing the Book

05:34 The AI Leadership Compass: Seven Moves

06:08 Strategic Vision and Business Value in AI

07:43 The Importance of AI Culture and Fluency

09:06 Governance and Management in AI

13:33 Innovation at the Edge: Real-World Examples

22:46 Cautionary Tales and Responsible AI

25:34 Human in the Loop: Ensuring Quality and Accountability

28:28 Practical Advice for Executives

33:28 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Revolutionizing Cybersecurity: Lessons from 'Why Cybersecurity Fails in America' with Carter Schoenberg.

In this episode of E. B. Spoke - The Podcast, host Erik Boemanns converses with Carter Schoenberg, author of 'Why Cybersecurity Fails in America.' They delve into how cybersecurity can benefit from strategic recalibrations akin to those seen in professional sports like baseball's 'Moneyball.'

Schoenberg discusses the inefficiency of current cybersecurity practices, emphasizing the tendency to over-invest in underutilized technology, the impact of corporate politics, and the need for effective risk communication to C-suite executives.

Based on his career in law enforcement and extensive experience in cybersecurity, Schoenberg explains the importance of a well-rounded understanding of both classic risk metrics and modern data analytics.

The episode also addresses the need for continuous professional development and effective succession planning within cybersecurity teams.

00:00 Introduction: Rethinking Cybersecurity

00:53 Guest Introduction: Carter Schoenberg

01:21 The Problem with Current Cybersecurity Investments

02:12 The Overwhelming Number of Cybersecurity Products

02:48 Real-World Examples and Challenges

04:17 The Importance of Risk Evaluation

06:14 Carter's Background and Career Path

08:16 The Human Element in Cybersecurity

10:19 The Role of Math in Cybersecurity

11:20 Applying Moneyball Principles to Cybersecurity

13:01 The Cost of Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities

15:40 The Human Impact of Cybersecurity Failures

19:21 The Importance of Penetration Testing

20:24 Evaluating Cybersecurity Risk

21:20 Translating Technical Findings to Business Terms

25:36 The Role of Cyber Risk Quantification

29:23 Career Development in Cybersecurity

30:55 Communication and Corporate Politics

32:10 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Building Secure Software Through Habit Formation and Team Culture

In this episode of 'E.B. Spoke', host Erik Boemanns and guest Daniel Scheufler delve into the importance of building secure software by forming good habits. They discuss how software security depends not only on tools and automation but significantly on human behavior and team culture. Drawing from concepts in 'Atomic Habits' by James Clear and 'Sooner, Safer, Happier', they explore the importance of integrating security into daily practices and team values.

The episode also covers practical strategies for team leaders at different levels to foster a culture of security, the role of maintenance in security, and how to motivate developers to prioritize and integrate security into their coding practices.

00:00 Introduction to Building Secure Software Habits

00:50 Reflecting on Habit Formation and Team Culture

02:43 Challenges in Writing Secure Software

04:05 The Role of Habits in Secure Coding Practices

06:15 Team Dynamics and Security Practices

12:56 Maintenance and Security in Software Development

17:27 The Challenge of Legacy Code

18:12 Prioritizing Security in Development

19:09 The Role of Company Culture

20:03 Rewarding Security Efforts

21:22 Understanding Team Pain Points

22:38 Encouraging Secure Coding Practices

25:43 Leadership's Role in Security

31:20 Finding Security Resources and Communities

34:07 Conclusion and Future Discussions