Cyber Distortion Podcast Series
Episodes
S4 - Episode 014 – CYBR.HAK.CON: The L33T DFW Hacker Conference (w/ Michael Farnum & Phillip Wylie)
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're diving deep into the evolution of one of the most respected cybersecurity community movements in the country. Michael Farnum, f...
S4 - Episode 013 – The Cyber Crystal Ball: Predictions & Pitfalls (w/ Paul Furtado from Gartner)
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Cyber Distortion Podcast, hosts Jason Popillion and Kevin Pentecost sit down with Paul Furtado, Vice President and Analyst at G...
S4 - Episode 012 – Zero Trust, Zero Confusion (w/ Rob Allen)
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this eye-opening episode of Cyber Distortion, hosts Kevin Pentecost and Jason Popillion sit down with Rob Allen from ThreatLocker to break down one...
S4 - Episode 011 – Faith, Fire, and Frameworks (w/ Gaelle Koanda)
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's guest is a true force in cybersecurity, governance, and leadership. She's a global voice for resilience, inclusion, and innovation — and her...
S4 - Episode 010 – The Making of I AM MACHINE – w/Chris Glanden & Len Noe
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Description: In this compelling episode of the Cyber Distortion Podcast, hosts Jason sits down with the extraordinary trio behind the groundbreaking d...
S4 - Episode 009 – Codewaves Rising – Surfing Latin Americas Talent Tide (w/ Roger Einstoss)
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Description: 🎙️ New Episode Alert – Cyber Distortion Podcast 🚨 Welcome back! In this episode we're diving deep into one of the most pressi...
S4 - Episode 008 – Unleashing Your Inner Hacker (w/ Ted Harrington)
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode welcomes Ted Harrington, a celebrated ethical hacker, TED‑X keynote speaker, and executive partner at Independent Security Evaluators (...
S4 - Episode 007 – Reality Distortion is so Freakin' Real! (w/ Winn Schwartau)
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this riveting episode of Cyber Distortion, hosts Kevin Pentecost and Jason Popillion sit down with none other than Winn Schwartau — the legendary...
S4 - Episode 006 – LULZSEC Mastermind Unmasked: The Sabu Story (w/ Hector Monsegur)
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to Cyber Distortion, the show where the shadows of the digital world come into focus. Today's episode dives deep into the mind of someone...
S4 - Episode 005 – The Art of the HVCK! (w/ Ryan Williams)
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this electrifying episode, we dive deep into the world of hacking, privacy, and offensive security with Ryan Williams, Editor of HVCK Magazine and ...
S4 - Episode 004 – Human IOT: Sub-Molecular DNA Cybersecurity (w/ Dr. Gregory Carpenter)
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this electrifying episode of the Cyber Distortion Podcast, hosts Kevin Pentecost and Jason Popillion dive into the fascinating crossroads of cybers...
S4 - Episode 003 – Hackers Love You...And Your Overshared Instagram Posts! (w/ Wes Kussmaul)
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this thought-provoking episode of the Cyber Distortion Podcast, we're joined by Wes Kussmaul, a visionary in the realm of secure online identities ...
S4 - Episode 002 - Staring Down the Barrel of a Loaded Gun (w/ Ricoh Danielson)
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this gripping episode of the Cyber Distortion Podcast, we sit down with Ricoh Danielson — a former U.S. Army Combat Veteran of Iraq and Afghanist...
S4 – Episode 001 – [CTRL-ALT-GEN] Resetting the Generational Tech Divide
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this episode of Cyber Distortion, where we explore the cutting edge of technology, security, and the future of humanity itself. In this ep...
S3 – Episode 014 – Navigating the Storm: Mastering Incident Response and Disaster Recovery
26 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this season finale of the Cyber Distortion Podcast, hosts Kevin Pentecost and Jason Popillion, tackle one of the most critical topics in modern cyb...
S3 – Episode 013 – Bridging the Cyber Skills Gap w/Jessie Bolton
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cybersecurity isn't just about technology—it's about people. In this eye-opening episode of the Cyber Distortion Podcast, we're joined by Jessie Bo...
S3 – Episode 012 – Slaying the Surveillance Capitalist Pigs w/Mark Weinstein
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Protecting Your Privacy Online with Mark Weinstein 🎙️ In this must-listen episode of the Cyber Distortion Podcast, we dive deep into the cri...
S3 – Episode 011 – The Hitchhacker's Guide to the Cyberverse!
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
So, do you think your business is secure? Think again. This October, Jason and Kevin met with CompTIA's Wayne Selk, to uncover what businesses and ...
S3 – Episode 010 – The Art of the Pivot w/Wirefall
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Cyber Distortion Podcast, we sit down with Dustin Dykes, better known as Wirefall, the founder of the Dallas Hackers Associat...
S3 – Episode 009 – He Robs Banks! w/FC (aka: Freaky Clown)
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this episode of Cyber Distortion, where we explore the cutting edge of technology, security, and the future of humanity itself. Today, ...
S3 – Episode 008 – The Transhuman
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to this episode of Cyber Distortion, where we explore the cutting edge of technology, security, and the future of humanity itself. Today, we ...
S3 – Episode 007 – The Sociosploit
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Kevin and Jason talk with a good friend Justin "Hutch" Hutchens. Hutch is a technology leader and visionary. He is the author...
S3 – Episode 006 – The Insane Impact of AI – (FireTalks 15)
14 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Kevin and Jason hit 15 different topics on the Insane Impact of AI on our businesses, in our daily lives, in healthcare, and beyond....
S3 – Episode 005 – The Great Cyber Divide (w/ Special Guests: The Bare Knuckles & Brass Tacks Podcast Team)
30 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Kevin and Jason sit down to talk shop with George Kamide and George Al-Koura the hosts of the awesome podcast "Bare Knuckles and Bra...
S3 – Episode 004 – The Dark Tale Teller with Jack Rhysider of Darknet Diaries
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jason and Kevin sit down with the one and only storyteller from the dark side of the internet, Jack Rhysider. Jack is the beloved vo...
S3 – Episode 003 – Alethe-Al Weapon with Alethe Denis
11 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
EPISODE DESCRIPTION: In this episode, we sit down with Sr. Security Consultant and Red Teamer, Alethe Denis. Alethe is a social engineer who excels i...
S3 – Episode 002 – Un-Bearably Dedicated!
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
EPISODE DESCRIPTION: In this episode, Kevin and Jason sit down to talk shop with Cyber-guru Phillip Wylie. Phillip is a friend and a member of t...
S3 – Episode 001 – Down the Deepfake Rabbit Hole
21 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Kevin and Jason kick of what we expect will be our most exciting season to date. We come out of the gate like two savage wildebeests...
S2 - Episode 014 - Lone Star Cyber Circus - LIVE @ Hop & Sting Brewery, Grapevine, TX
27 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready for an electrifying evening as the "Lone Star Cyber Circus" pitches its virtual tent at the renowned Hop & Sting Brewery in Grapevine, Texas...
S2 - Episode 013 – CISSP Success Stories with Luke Ahmed – Part II
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Description: 🎙️This is part two of our riveting two-part episode with the extraordinary Luke Ahmed. Luke, a best-selling author, CISSP instruc...
S2 - Episode 012 – CISSP Success Stories with Luke Ahmed – Part I
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this riveting two-part episode, join us as we dive deep into the world of cybersecurity with the extraordinary Luke Ahmed. Luke, a best-selling au...
S2 - Episode 011 – "Cybersecurity Happy Hour - with Chris Glanden (BARCODE Security)"
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Kevin and Jason shoot the breeze with fellow Cybersecurity podcaster Chris Glanden, a veteran cybersecurity professional passionate ...
S2 - Episode 010 – Quantum Branding: Turbocharge your Identity with AI
07 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this unconventional episode, Kevin and Jason are thrilled to welcome a true branding and growth specialist, Larry Roberts, famously known as the "...
S2 - Episode 009 – DEFCON – An Exhaustive Guide to Hacker Summer Camp – (with Dr. Louis DeWeaver)
04 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This very special episode is our contribution to all existing or soon-to-be DEFCON attendees! We go deep under the covers to crack the shell of a...
S2 - Episode 008 – Fighting Acronym Fatigue – Part II with Dr. Aaron Estes (CEO - Ironwood Cyber)
22 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this follow-up episode, we are honored to continue our spirited discussion with (Dr. Aaron Estes – Ironwood Cyber CEO "Chief Epic Officer") on wi...
S2 - Episode 007 – Fighting Acronym Fatigue – Part I with Dr. Aaron Estes (CEO - Ironwood Cyber)
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are honored to have one of these amazing gentlemen (Dr. Aaron Estes – Ironwood Cyber CEO "Chief Epic Officer") on with us to tal...
S2 - Episode 006 – You ARE the Weakest link!
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A long time in the making, this episode on the importance of User Awareness may just be the most important episode we've released so far. Kevin Pentec...
S2 - Episode 005 – Third Party Risk – It's not Me, It's You!
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
HE'S BAAAAAAACK!! In this episode, we RE-visit with our very first guest, Benjamin Hall. Ben has served as a virtual CISO, and serves as Sr. Informati...
S2 - Episode 004 - "AI and ChatGPT is Scary Sh*t! – Part II"
30 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this MUCH anticipated follow-up to our episode 003 on AI an ChatGPT, expect more mind-numbing and terrifying facts about this incredible new techno...
S2 - Episode 003 - "AI and ChatGPT is Scary Sh*t! – Part I"
20 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What in the world does AI and ChatGPT have to do with Cybersecurity? Well, this episode is going to answer that question for you, and so much more!! I...
S2 - Episode 002 – 2022 Breaches and Some Retrospection
03 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this exciting second episode of the new season, we're offering up a buffet of delicious options to feast your incessant little cybersecurity appeti...
S2 - Episode 001 – The Dark Web Revisited
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
WE ARE BACK! Happy 2023 friends… In this exciting episode of or BRAND NEW season 2, Kevin and Jason make good a promise from Season 1 where they go ...
S1 - Episode 014 – Women in Cybersecurity - Part II
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There is a worldwide shortage of over 3 million in the ranks of cybersecurity professionals, with half a million of that shortage in North America alo...
S1 - Episode 013 – Women in Cybersecurity - Part I
06 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There is a worldwide shortage of over 3 million in the ranks of cybersecurity professionals, with half a million of that shortage in North America alo...
S1 - Episode 012 – Unraveling the Zero Trust Mystery
07 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you're like many others in information security, you too may struggle with understanding the concept and basic premise of "zero trust." Well, we ha...
S1 - Episode 011 – The Fine Art of Social Engineering
18 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this exciting episode, we cover the very fascinating topic of "Social Engineering" aka: Human Hacking! Anyone that lives in Cybersecurity knows tha...
S1 - Episode 010 – Doomsday Breach Prepping - 101
15 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When the world comes crumbling down and your entire existence is burning to the ground, will you be prepared to handle it? What am I talking about any...
S1 - Episode 009 – #Badgelife ft. AND!XOR
07 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Electronic Blinky-Bling?!! What the heck is that?! Take a quick walk around the Las Vegas strip around mid-summer at the DEFCON Hacking/Security Confe...
S1 - Episode 008 – Cybersecurity Insurance Protecting Your "ASS-ets"
22 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jason and Kevin join guest Ross Ingersoll, Executive Risk & Cyber Account Executive at Holmes & Murphy & Associates. We discuss the t...
S1 Episode 007 – The CISSP "EXPERIENCE"
03 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, join Jason & Kevin as they discuss the journeys they both took to obtain the coveted CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Pr...
S1 - Episode 006 – Surviving Your First Regulatory Audit
14 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jason & Kevin join special guest Stacie Grimm, Principal at UHY. UHY is one of the Midwest's leading CPA, business advisory and M&A f...
S1 - Episode 005 - API Security Land Mines
24 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jason and Kevin join guest Adam Fisher, Principal Security Engineer at Salt Security. We focus on a very common threat vector and com...
S1 - Episode 004 - The Deep Dark Web
10 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What is this mysterious online enigma? Maybe you've heard about it and wondered, "What type of craziness would I find out there?" Cybersecurity profes...
S1 - Episode 003 - A Manager's Perspective on Cybersecurity
28 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jason and Kevin join guest Eric Lough, VP of Business Development at FCP Euro to discuss how managers think and make critical decisions around Cyberse...
S1 - Episode 002 - Ransomware Part II
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jason and Kevin, both CISSP's and seasoned cybersecurity professionals, join guest David Bonvillain, VP of Sales Engineering for Halcyon.ai. David sha...
S1 - Episode 001 - Ransomware Part I
14 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jason and Kevin, both CISSP's and seasoned cybersecurity professionals, join guest Benjamin Hall CISA, CDPSE, a cybersecurity consultant to break down...
S1 - Episode 000 - Welcome to the Cyber Distortion Podcast
14 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jason and Kevin, both CISSP's and seasoned cybersecurity professionals, breakdown 3 of the top Ransomware attacks of 2021. They give insights into w...