For many, their soundtrack consists of upbeat playlists that are played just a little too loud during long commutes and road trips. For others, an informational podcast will do the trick. If you have any interest in the security and risk industry, get a pen and a piece of paper to write down our carefully curated playlist of security and risk podcasts. No research required! We’ve already done it for you.
SANS Internet Storm Center Podcast https://isc.sans.edu/podcast.html
If you’re looking to stay informed during your daily commutes, check out this daily podcast. It consists up of 5-10 minute updates on daily infosec threat happenings. This podcast is bite sized and sure to keep you in the know.
Take 1 Security Podcast https://danielmiessler.com/podcast/
Daniel Miessler spends anywhere from 5 to 20 hours a week sorting through security news only to compile the best of it all into a 30-minute podcast for you to enjoy. As Miessler says, “The goal is to catch you up on current events, show you the best content from around the web, and hopefully give you something to think about as well.”
Risky Business https://risky.biz/
One surefire way to stay in the know about current security concepts is by listening to this podcast by Patrick Gray. Each podcast comes complete with show notes for you to reference after listening to each episode.
The Cyber Wire https://www.thecyberwire.com/podcasts/daily-podcast
These podcasts take a look at what is happening in cyberspace. Listening to any of these episodes will provide you with concise summaries of current security news while offering commentary from industry experts.
Smashing Security https://www.smashingsecurity.com/episodes
From our friends across the pond, listen to views from the world of cybersecurity, hacking, and internet threats. They take a hilarious and helpful view on the weeks tech News.
Managing Uncertainty https://bryghtpath.com/category/publications/podcasts/
Looking for a podcast that discusses global risk, crisis management, business continuity, and crisis communications this is for you. Each podcast has even been transcribed.
Leader ReadyCast https://npli.sph.harvard.edu/resources-2/leader-readycast-podcast-archives/
A podcast from the Harvard’s National Preparedness Leadership Institute (NPLI) featuring real-world lessons, and action-oriented insights for the “You’re It” moments when you are called to lead. Each episode features insights from frontline leaders and the faculty of the NPLI.
Managing the Future of Work: https://www.hbs.edu/managing-the-future-of-work/podcast/Pages/default.aspx
Another great podcast from Harvard, this one focuses on how work has changed. Harvard Business School Professors Bill Kerr and Joe Fuller talk to leaders grappling with the forces reshaping the nature of work.
Cyber Risk Management: https://www.cyberriskopportunities.com/cyber-risk-resources/cyber-risk-management-podcast/
This podcast helps executives to become more proficient cyber risk managers. You’ll learn how to efficiently and effectively reduce your cybersecurity risks and how to continuously improve your cybersecurity management processes.
Business of Security: https://www.buzzsprout.com/154688
This podcast focuses on many non-technical aspects of cyber risk, cyber security and information security at the intersection of technology and managing to business expectations. Guests include CIOs, CEOs, and CISOs discussing the many facets of the information security industry, what matters, what needs to change and how to deal with modern-day challenges in this dynamic industry.
Cyber Security Interviews: https://cybersecurityinterviews.com/
This weekly podcast dedicated to digging into the minds of the influencers, thought leaders, and individuals who shape the cyber security industry. Douglas A. Brush discovers what motivates them, explore their journey in cyber security, and discuss where they think the industry is going. The show lets listeners learn from the experts stories and hear their opinions on what works and does not in cyber security.
Info Risk Today: https://www.inforisktoday.com/interviews.php
Looking for more interviews. This podcast gives you exclusive, insightful audio interviews with leading risk/security practitioners and thought leaders.
We know there are so many more great security and risk podcasts out there and we couldn’t possibly list them all! These are a few that made it to the top of our list. We would love to hear some of your favorites and if there are any you think we should add to our playlist! Comment below with your go-to security podcasts.
Smashing Security is my favorite podcast, as they talk about various things and not just stick to one boring topic. Anyways loved your article.