Filed under: Uncategorized | Tags: Combs & Company, davidtemple, Did You Know That?, Sean O'Rourke, top10list
“So many books, so little time.” Frank Zappa
2021:20
This might just be me, but I’ve often thought, the best reason to integrate a computer with my brain is so I could read 100 books a day. But then I think, that would defeat the whole purpose of the experience. While I don’t read as many physical books as I used to (Kindle & audio predominate), turning pages is still a joyful accomplishment.
David Temple and I met in 1996. Our friendship grew over talks about books, movies, TV, music, writing, etc., etc., etc. So there’s no one I wanted to kick off the Top 10 List of Did You Know That? episodes than him. David, being the author of many a novel, gets books.
Our lists are below (the episode highlights why we chose these). Let us know if any these would make your list or put your own list in the comments.
You can learn all about David and his works via the various channels below. His latest novel, “The Impostor,” will be released on July 1, 2021.
Books: https://geni.us/DavidTempleBooks
Podcast: https://davidtemplebooks.com/podcasts/naked-monday (or wherever you get your podcasts)
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidetemple/
Twitter: @davetemple
Instagram: davidtempleauthor
Music: “Easy Money” by Rex Banner via Artlist
David’s List:
1. The Four Agreements (Don Miguel Ruiz & Janet Mills)
2. The Force (Don Winslow)
3. Into the Black Nowhere (Meg Gardiner)
4. On Writing (Stephen King)
5. The War of Art (Steven Pressfield)
6. The Silence of the Lambs (Thomas Harris)
7. The Power of Now (Eckhart Tolle)
8. Savage Son (Jack Carr)
9. The Chain (Adrian McKinty)
10. Falling (T. J. Newman)
Sean’s List:
1. The Bourne Identity (Robert Ludlum)
2. The Road (Cormac McCarthy)
3. Alexander Hamilton (Ron Chernow)
4. Muhammed Ali (Thomas Hauser)
5. Days of Grace (Arthur Ashe)
6. Jurassic Park (Michael Crichton)
7. Arkham Asylum: A Serious House on Serious Earth (Grant Morrison & Dave McKean)
8. Man’s Search for Meaning (Viktor Frankel)
9. Into Thin Air (Jon Krakauer)
10. The Fountainhead (Ayn Rand)
Filed under: Uncategorized | Tags: Combs & Company, Cyber Liability, Cyber Resiliency, Did You Know That?, Sean O'Rourke
“Fall down seven times, stand up eight.” Japanese Proverb
Resilience is a foundational component of human nature and business. The ability to get up sometimes is all that separates the successful from the also-rans, because getting knocked down is unavoidable in many instances. Like cyber.
The phrase du jour about cyber is, it’s not if but when you’ll experience a cyber event. Unfortunately, this is not hyperbole; it’s 99.782% fact, especially for businesses. So what’s a business to do? Get resilient.
DYKT? Snippets Ep. 3 touches on cyber resiliency, cyber risks, and where cyber insurance fits into the picture. The five videos take less than 20 minutes but could prove invaluable in preparing your business for the inevitable.
Music: “Camaro” by Oliver Michael via Artlist
Filed under: Uncategorized | Tags: Addiction, Did You Know That?, Feature Friday, Jay Shifman, Sean O'Rourke
“The attempt to escape from pain, is what creates more pain.” Gabor Maté
2021:18
Addiction. I think it’s a topic misunderstood by all but the addict themselves. So who better to talk about addiction, misuse/abuse, and the road to recovery than someone who has lived it?
Jay Shifman’s story isn’t entirely unique or salacious. In some ways, it’s the typical roller coaster associated with addiction and recovery. But Jay Shifman’s view of his addiction, recovery, and how he helps others struggling with his former demons is very different from the common broadcasts around the topic. That’s why he’s joining me on this episode of Did You Know That?
You can reach out to Jay via his myriad of contact points:
Website: https://campsite.bio/cys_jay
Instagram: jayshifman
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayshifman/
Twitter: @CYS_Jay
Music: “Everybody Get Up” by Ian Post via Artlist
Filed under: Uncategorized | Tags: Combs & Company, Cyber Liability, Cyber Resiliency, Did You Know That?, Rebecca Rakoski, Sean O'Rourke
“No longer are technology and cyber issues confined to tech geeks in some backroom. In the digital age, IT issues are front and center.” Will Hurd
2021:17
During my 25+ years in and around technology, the most common refrain from those on the business side of a company when it came to cyber was, “It’s an IT problem.” That is not the case any longer. Your IT folks have to be involved in the discussion, but cyber is most definitely a business problem now. Don’t believe me? Maybe my next guest on Did You Know That? can convince you.
Rebecca Rakoski is a founding partner of XPAN Law Partners, a practice primarily dedicated to their client’s cyber welfare. Our conversation focuses on what that means for businesses; some best practices required to stay in “compliance;” and a host of other elements of a cyber program.
Website: https://xpanlawpartners.com/
LinkedIn (personal): https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-rakoski-esq-1460b116/
LinkedIn (firm): https://www.linkedin.com/company/xpan-law-partners/
Twitter: @XPANLawPartners
Email: rrakoski@xpanlawpartners.com
Filed under: Uncategorized | Tags: Cyber Liability, Cybersecurity, Did You Know That?, James Mottola, Sean O'Rourke
The United States Secret Service was established in 1865 to combat counterfeiting. In 1901, the agency was charged with protecting America’s political leaders, their families, and visiting heads of state or government.
2021:16
James Mottola is a frequent collaborator of mine on the Everything Cyber playlist, as well as other engagements revolving around cybersecurity and cyber liability. What some of you may not know is that Jim spent 20+ years in the United States Secret Service. That’s where he was indoctrinated into the world of cyber.
We’re taking this episode of Did You Know That? to explore Jim’s time with the Secret Service, talk about the agency’s mission, and discuss how it prepared him for the work he does today. While Jim doesn’t reveal any agency secrets, you will get a better idea of how it’s disparate mandates are handled and why there is intense competition among all government agencies.
You can learn more about Jim and his current job by visiting the sites below:
Porzio Compliance Services: https://porziocomplianceservices.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesmottola/
Music: “Come Get Yours – Instrumental” by Bunker Buster via Artlist
Filed under: Uncategorized | Tags: Cyber Liability, Cyber Resiliency, DFSPart500, Did You Know That?, nysdfs, Sean O'Rourke
“The five most efficient cyber defenders are: Anticipation, Education, Detection, Reaction and Resilience. Do remember: Cybersecurity is much more than an IT topic.” Stephane Nappo
And now Part 2 of the 2-part premiere of DYKT? Snippets. We’re closing out the conversation about the New York State Department of Financial Services (NYSDFS) Part 500 cyber regulations. Be sure to watch Part 1 before diving into these videos.
For context, here are some links for the regulations & the actual requirements:
Who NYSDFS Supervises: https://www.dfs.ny.gov/who_we_supervise
NYSDFS Industry Definitions: https://www.dfs.ny.gov/institution_definition
NYSDFS Cybersecurity Resource Ctr: https://www.dfs.ny.gov/industry_guidance/cybersecurity
Regulation Sections:
500.02 – Cybersecurity Program
500.03 – Cybersecurity Policy
500.04 – Chief Information Security Officer (exempt)
500.05 – Penetration Testing & Vulnerability Assessments (exempt)
500.06 – Audit Trail (exempt)
500.07 – Access Privileges
500.08 – Application Security (exempt)
500.09 – Risk Assessment
500.10 – Cybersecurity Personnel and Intelligence (exempt)
500.11 – Third Party Service Provider Security Policy
500.12 – Multi-Factor Authentication (exempt)
500.13 – Limitations on Data Retention
500.14 – Training and Monitoring (exempt)
500.15 – Encryption of Nonpublic Information (exempt)
500.16 – Incident Response Plan (exempt)
500.17 – Notices to Superintendent
Music: “Camaro” by Oliver Michael via Artlist
Filed under: Uncategorized | Tags: Did You Know That?, dyktsnippets, indulgeyourcuriosity, nysdfs, Sean O'Rourke
“The five most efficient cyber defenders are: Anticipation, Education, Detection, Reaction and Resilience. Do remember: Cybersecurity is much more than an IT topic.” Stephane Nappo
We’re shaking things up here at Did You Know That? We’re always looking to bring you informative conversations that could better your business and sometimes, your life. But that doesn’t always have to be in long-form interviews. So, may we present, drumroll please…
DYKT? Snippets.
DYKT? Snippets will be episodes featuring a collection of short videos on a particular topic. What that topic may be will always be a surprise. For this kickoff event, we’re going big with a 2-part premiere episode.
In 2017, the New York State Department of Financial Services (NYSDFS) Part 500 cyber regulations went live. These regulations apply to certain businesses licensed by the NYSDFS to operate in New York. While the regulations have their shortcomings, in the scope of state-backed cyber laws, they’ve proven to be quite reasonable. Episodes 1 & 2 will feature videos that outline how businesses can utilize these requirements to get their cyber houses in order.
For context around the videos, here are some links for the regulations & the actual requirements:
Who NYSDFS Supervises: https://www.dfs.ny.gov/who_we_supervise
NYSDFS Industry Definitions: https://www.dfs.ny.gov/institution_definition
NYSDFS Cybersecurity Resource Ctr: https://www.dfs.ny.gov/industry_guidance/cybersecurity
Regulation Sections:
500.02 – Cybersecurity Program
500.03 – Cybersecurity Policy
500.04 – Chief Information Security Officer (exempt)
500.05 – Penetration Testing & Vulnerability Assessments (exempt)
500.06 – Audit Trail (exempt)
500.07 – Access Privileges
500.08 – Application Security (exempt)
500.09 – Risk Assessment
500.10 – Cybersecurity Personnel and Intelligence (exempt)
500.11 – Third Party Service Provider Security Policy
500.12 – Multi-Factor Authentication (exempt)
500.13 – Limitations on Data Retention
500.14 – Training and Monitoring (exempt)
500.15 – Encryption of Nonpublic Information (exempt)
500.16 – Incident Response Plan (exempt)
500.17 – Notices to Superintendent
Music: “Camaro” by Oliver Michael via Artlist
Filed under: Uncategorized | Tags: Combs & Company, Did You Know That?, Jim Mottola, National ID, Sean O'Rourke
“They who can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety.” Benjamin Franklin
COVID-19 has certainly made its presence felt at the two-decade mark of the 21st Century (both negatively and positively). The current bent of the world toward vaccinations as a prerequisite for reopening naturally leads to a conversation about identification.
Jim Mottola and I talked about this very topic on the premier episode of Everything Cyber, so we’re returning to this fertile ground to address the changes since and possible future of dynamic identification.
James Mottola: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesmottola/
Sean O’Rourke: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scorcyber/
Music: “Tunnel Vision” by Stanley Gurvich via Artlist
Filed under: Uncategorized | Tags: Cyber Insurance, Cyber Resiliency, Cybersecurity, Did You Know That?, Indulge Your Curiosity, Judy Selby, Sean O'Rourke, You Tube Channel
“Rather than fearing or ignoring cyberattacks, do ensure your cyber resilience to them.” Stephane Nappo
Episode 2021:13
In a few decades, historians will write tomes explaining how the world evolved into its current state based on the 366 days that made up the year 2020. Among the explanations will be lessons learned during the intervening years and the mistakes repeated. Those in the technology arena don’t have the luxury of learning lessons over time or of repeated mistakes.
The next guest on Did You Know That? knows the perils of technology, but she’s more interested in how companies protect themselves from those perils. Judy Selby is an attorney, with a specialty in cyber insurance (a subject with which I’m familiar). Our conversation is about how businesses prepare for the inevitable cyber event and how they can thrive after being hit. This is a must watch/listen.
Find out more about Judy and her expertise via the links below:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/judyselby/
Hinshaw website: https://www.hinshawlaw.com/professionals-judith-selby.html
Music: “Caution” by Skrxlla via Artlist
Filed under: Uncategorized | Tags: Combs & Company, Did You Know That?, Homelessness, Mental Health, NYCHomeless, Sean O'Rourke, Shira Fisher
“We think sometimes that poverty is only being hungry, naked, and homeless. The poverty of being unwanted, unloved, and uncared for is the greatest poverty.” Mother Teresa
Episode 2021:12
Homelessness has been an issue for humans since a documented history was begun – and probably before. Like most complex societal issues, solutions have been tried, discarded, tried again, discarded again, and so on. Why would efforts in 2021 be different?
That and many other questions are addressed in this episode of Did You Know That? Shira Fisher has spent 13+ years of her life working for organizations using modern technologies, data, and approaches to put a dent in the 55,000 homeless in New York City. Despite the enormity of the effort and the incremental forward progress, she remains convinced this is one societal issue that can be solved. After you experience this conversation, you might as well.
Find out more about Shira and her background via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shira-fisher-8017667/.
Music: “What Makes Us Human” by Attila Erdelyi via Artlist
