Random but Memorable

Jan 28 2025 145 ep. 40 mins 1.4k

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A Signal and Webby award winning security podcast that you can rely on for lighthearted, practical security advice, in-depth interviews with industry experts, deep dives into data breaches, and some random but fun security games. Join cybersecurity experts and podcast hosts, Matt Davey, Michael “Roo” Fey, Anna Eastick, and Sara Teare, every other Tuesday for fun banter and cybersecurity updates.

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