Why I am Still Awake

Aug 29 2023 2
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Join Darren Gallop as he shares his unique perspective on entrepreneurship, cybersecurity, and the intersection of work, life, and travel. A linguist, musician, and world traveler, Darren brings a diverse background to his experiences building a startup. Tune in as he delves into the challenges and triumphs of being an entrepreneur, offers insights on the field of cybersecurity, and reflects on the ways in which his love of language and music have shaped his journey. Whether you're an entrepreneur, cybersecurity professional, or simply looking for an interesting and thought-provoking podcast, Why I am Still Awake has something for you.

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Human Resource Security and IAM

Aug 29 2023 34 mins  
In this week's episode of "Why I am Still Awake," host Darren Gallop delves into the critical domains of Human Resource Security and Identity and Access Management (IAM). Learn how these areas are essential for securing not just your business environment but also your personal life.Darren unpacks various controls and best practices within Human Resource Security, covering aspects s

Privacy and Data Management

Aug 09 2023 40 mins  
In this episode of "Why I am Still Awake," we delve into the essential realms of Privacy (PRV) and Data Management (DM), two core aspects of information security and data privacy tailored for small and medium-sized businesses. Join us as we explore the domain of data privacy, unpacking several common controls and key elements such as consent, accuracy, retention, disposal, and inte

Assets and Third Parties

Jul 26 2023 11 mins  
In this episode of "Why I am Still Awake," Darren Gallop explores the crucial domains of Asset Management and Third-Party Management for ensuring information security and privacy. Discover their significance in protecting organizations and mitigating risks.Listen as Darren discusses the key controls within each domain, provides practical examples, and highlights their benefits. Gai

Governance, Risk and Compliance

Jul 19 2023 19 mins  
Join Darren Gallop in the premiere episode of "Why I am Still Awake," where we explore the crucial concepts of Governance, Risk, and Compliance.In this weekly podcast series, we'll cover various information security and data privacy domains and controls relevant to small and medium-sized businesses. Without diving into specific standards or regulations, we'll focus on the principle

Chat GPT - A Practical Introduction

May 16 2023 21 mins  
In this episode of "Why I am Still Awake," Darren Gallop delves into the world of ChatGPT, sharing his experiences with the AI language model over the past six months. Starting with an overview of AI and ChatGPT, Darren discusses the cost of using ChatGPT, best practices for prompt engineering, and the platform's limitations. He shares some personal and professional use cases, touc

The AI Voice Scam

May 09 2023 8 mins  
In this final episode of the Scammers and Their Scams series, Darren Gallop discusses the AI Voice Scam. The AI Voice Scam uses artificial intelligence-based voice synthesizers to mimic the voice of someone the victim knows, such as a family member or business associate. Scammers then attempt to extract money or sensitive information by creating the illusion of authenticity.Darren

The Will You Be My Friend Scam

May 02 2023 14 mins  
In Episode 4 of "Why I am Still Awake," Darren Gallop discusses the "Will You Be My Friend" scam, which targets social media users and attempts to steal personal information or compromise their accounts. Gallop shares a personal experience of his own mother nearly fell victim to this scam, and walks listeners through the steps to take if they suspect they've been targeted.Throughou

The Too Good To Be True Loan Scam

Apr 27 2023 12 mins  
In Episode 3 of "Why I am Still Awake," Darren Gallop dives into the world of loan scams, with a focus on the deceptive "It's Too Good To Be True Loan Scam." This particular scam preys on those who are struggling financially, offering an incredibly attractive loan with low interest rates and minimal requirements. However, as Gallop explains, the loan is just a façade, designed to

The Grand Piano Scam

Apr 26 2023 18 mins  
In Episode 2 of "Why I am Still Awake," Darren Gallop delves into the world of scams once again, this time focusing on the notorious Baby Grand Piano Scam. As the near victim of this particular scam himself, Gallop has a personal stake in unraveling the details and uncovering the tell-tale signs of a scam in progress.Throughout the episode, Gallop takes listeners through his own ex

Scammers and Their Scams

Apr 24 2023 23 mins  
In the first episode of "Why I am Still Awake," Darren Gallop discusses the world of scammers and their scams. This episode serves as an introduction to the series and covers various topics related to scams, such as the anatomy of a scam, key indicators, and who the scammers are and why they do what they do. Additionally, Gallop provides practical advice on how to protect yourself