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“David Spark and the hosts keep us entertain and aware of the most relevant cybersecurity topics. This is one of my favs podcasts”
sadgirrrl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/27/24
“Great content. The game show sounds are very loud.”
yopoctopus via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/30/24
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“I can't recommend this podcast enough! The discussions, tips, and debates are incredibly insightful. It's an invaluable resource for learning how to enhance security collaboratively, benefiting not only our organizations but the entire community. Thanks for putting out such a superb show,...”Read full review »
ArlieLP via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/19/23
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“This is the meatiest podcast I’ve ever listened to. Learning so much! I’m on the sales side but looking to take on a CISO role soon. What an amazing tool to be successful!!”
MikeVotaw via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/07/23
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“Entertaining, easy to listen to and probably the most educational podcast for cybersecurity sales reps. Also a great listen for security professionals. I am a big fan!”
hehehdhehehey via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/16/22
“As someone tied to a quota it’s easy to lose focus on the problems we’re all actually trying to solve. Highly recommend!”
Allllsouledout via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/21/21
“1. The topics are engaging, relatable.
2. The speakers on the show have a great amount of energy.
3. The added insights on Information Security are a real treat.
4. The importance on working collaboratively - as humans is a big reminder that you don't need to be the biggest most...”Read full review »
AloofButFunctional via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/04/21
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“As a leader of a security consulting firm I find this podcast the most useful. While there are other podcasts that keep you up to date on recent hacks and technical tools, this podcast covers the broadest topics in language everyone can understand. Not every buyer of Cybersecurity has deep...”Read full review »
Female Healthtech Leader via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/24/21
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“If you aren’t listening to these podcasts what are you even doing with your life. Security professionals add value to your core knowledge with these injections of absolutely vital industry knowledge and trends.”
roselinevelee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/03/21
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“I really like this show and have been listening to it since it began. Some of the things I enjoy the most is just how approachable the hosts are. If you send them questions they can go on the show.
I also enjoy the what’s worse. It’s a great risk management exercise where I get to see some...”Read full review »
Financialadventure via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/20/20
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“Would certainly be a lot more useful to better discuss the successes vendors have had in engaging with CISOs and what’s made them successful. In recent months were listening to the standard put-downs of vendors we see across industry.”
sputnick45 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/20/20
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“I thoroughly enjoy listening to these every week. The podcast is carefully segmented and entertaining while educational. The timing length of the shows are great. Keep up the good work, I hope it never finishes!”
DH74abc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/12/20
“As a sales engineer for a vendor, David’s opinion and the opinions shared by his guests is actually really vital to my role. I need to know what's actually important for my audience if I want to make sure my solutions help remediate their challenges. David’s show is *by far* the most...”Read full review »
grudge patron jodhpur vienna via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/06/19
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“I always enjoy listening to this podcast when driving to a meeting re-center myself in understanding what’s important to a cyber security professional and what they absolutely despise from reps. Great way to keep yourself in check and bring up topics that are important to them. Thank you David...”Read full review »
journeyman2K via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/03/19
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“This podcast is a wealth of insight and perspective for both CISOs and vendors. It is an absolute must for anyone who wants to succeed in this industry.”
Dudegggggggganj via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/05/19
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“Coming into a security leadership role I've found this a great help in dealing with/prioritizing the flood of incoming, really appreciate the effort put in to make it happen!”Read full review »
Paul_G_Aus via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/22/19
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“You have earn the words of praise as your podcast has helped me better understand how to further my career in cyber security so not to make the same mistake others have made ... Keep it up ... Always get excited when there is a new episode”
Cybersecurity Philosopher via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/18/19
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“Thanks David and Mike - your podcast has upped my game and sharpened my sword significantly! The struggle is as a seller is getting fed canned marketing messages, media zero days, and buzz words 24/7. Your podcast has helped me see more clearly into what actually matters for security leaders,...”Read full review »
Sebastian Engstrom via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/28/19
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“I hope to become a CISO one day and I really appreciate the how the conversations of the show bring different aspects, opinions, and insights of what being a decision maker at that level is all about.”
H-Squared-01 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/21/19
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“I have been listening to this podcast for about 3 months now. Coming from a non-technical background, it allowed me to immerse myself in the world of cyber security. It’s intriguing to hear from the perspectives of CISOs across a wide variety of industries. Highly recommend the subscribe!”
mph15063 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/07/19
“See above :)”
JZR-Varonis via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/19/19
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“One of the best podcasts on security that you can find nowadays. Keep up the great work!”
Ribibm via Apple Podcasts ·
Portugal ·
07/18/19
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“Thanks for taking time for creating impactful content.”
Bedstuysly via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/12/19
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“If you are an entrepreneur and want to hear about top Silicon Valley companies achieved greatness (and what not to do too), listen to this.
Great insights and I look forward to every episode!”
uukfrbkokbg via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/13/19
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“Easy to listen to podcast. Great mix of pertient topics and appreciated feedback back to the vendor side.”
SeanGRichards via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/06/19
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“I have listened to most of the CISO series podcasts. Much of the discussions are unfiltered with geniune advice from the hosts and guests on it. I appreciated this series and will continue to listen and support it.”
Wadester lives via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/03/19
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“A podcast with good attitude, fresh, funny and most important: useful & interesting. Good chemistry with the hosts and a professional post edition.”
OrioruSan via Apple Podcasts ·
Spain ·
04/02/19
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“My job is to convey our value to Ciso’s and positions alike. This podcast helps me better understand the other side as well as what they’d be looking for from me. It addresses many of the things i would want to ask a Ciso, but do not typically have the ability to do so.
My only feedback would be...”Read full review »
mrtruthful920 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/01/19
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“I am a salesperson for a security vendor and the reason why this podcast has been valuable for me is listening to David and Mike's feedback around what we shouldn't be doing when we reach out to our prospects.
We don't know what we're doing wrong until someone tells us, so these...”Read full review »
thunderfxnz via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/21/19
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“I’ve been following Mike Johnson on LinkedIn for awhile now after seeing a post about how he believes vendors should engage with him. I’m an avid listener and talked about this podcast in our security session at our national sales kickoff two weeks ago. Being on the vendor side, it’s so...”Read full review »
JennRhyu via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/16/19
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“Last weekend I figured that I can download podcasts to my old iPod Classic so I downloaded the entire series from iTunes (38 episodes). Now I am in listening marathon every day on my way to work and back.
This podcast is AWESOME!!!! It is very well done, the guests are great, and the...”Read full review »
Yaron L. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/16/19
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“For all those security vendors like I used to work with that are dying to find out what your target CISOs are thinking and what they are looking for, here's your answer! and for free! An amazing resource in my opinion, candid conversations about the good, bad, and the ugly in the vendor-CISO...”Read full review »
NickMcN via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/03/19
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“I’m a vendor for a leading identity governance company. It’s still SO hard to get the attention of the senior leaders, even when you know you have something of value to them. Your show gives a little glimpse behind the curtain of why it’s so hard, and practical tips for trying to make a more...”Read full review »
Jmcnamee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/29/19
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“David Spark is an enthusiastic interviewer and Mike Johnson offers candid feedback which together makes for a fun and balanced listening experience. Regardless of your role or experience, anyone interested in cybersecurity should listen and participate as it’s extremely valuable.”
Dutch Schwartz via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/27/18
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“Difficult to believe this podcast only started in 2018. Content and production quality are right up there with the very best security podcasts available.”
Simon Goldsmith via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/22/18
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“David and Mike have created a valuable resource for all of us working to make the online world more secure. Every episode includes useful insight you can put to use immediately- whether you are a CISO or vendor.”
bousqatx via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/21/18
“David Spark, an experienced broadcaster, partners with Mike Johnson, a savvy CISO with a firm grasp on modern technology trends, to take on the dysfunctional aspects of infosec sales in this weekly podcast. The shows last approximately 30 minutes and cover a variety of topics including commentary...”Read full review »
FSM_Toronto via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/19/18
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“This podcast is one that should be at the top of many IT professionals list of news feeds and/or information sources to review regularly. I like how the podcast is formal enough in its topics but informal in its format and overall delivery. This makes the podcast discuss REAL IT issues in a very...”Read full review »
BlessedDee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/18/18
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“This is a must listen for any sales professional in the information security industry. David and Mike do a great job giving insight into how security professionals make decisions when it comes to vendors as well as bringing together the top minds in the industry for relevant discussions.”
Zkalman10 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/13/18
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“What a great idea. This is exactly the type of insight that sales reps are looking for, delivered in an engaging and interesting podcast. Thank you Mike and David!”
CW-ibm via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/27/18
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“David and Mike are very engaging and really interesting content. Being on the vendor side, the advice provided and the conversations help make me better and my customers trust me more. Thank you David and Mike, really am grateful to you and the work that you're doing! Look forward to hearing...”Read full review »
Daniel West - cyber evangelist via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
11/16/18
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“Your podcast should be a requirement for all sales teams at every security company regardless of account status. The BDR team as well as the person who manages the “Wal-Mart” account should be listening to your podcast in my opinion. If every security company could force their teams to practice...”Read full review »
Schaefer M via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/16/18
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“I'm a regular listener- love the content!
This show has really helped provide great insights around top of mind topics for CISOs, and how to engage with them in a meaningful and helpful manner without landing in that dreaded place of being too "sales-sy" as a vendor.
Mike and David...”Read full review »
Q the Appsec guy via Apple Podcasts ·
Singapore ·
11/14/18
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“Great content, great humour, great "style". This is welcome remedy to vendor loaded "yet-another-podcast" and market cliches. It´s real for real security professionals, and not come across anything quite as good. A recommended antidote to the market snake oil!”Read full review »
paddy@cantab via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/09/18
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“It doesn’t matter if you are CISO or a vendor everyone learns something new every single episode!”
#4TH via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/04/18
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“A great, quick, and information packed 30 minutes! All relevant information for all current and budding CISOs about the current marketplace, security environment, and business drivers. Definitely a must listen!”
Rwmjr via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/02/18
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