The Security Circle
Episodes
EP 070 Paul Nanson: From leading in difficult environments to Sandhurst and mastering the art of leadership
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textBIOA senior leader with extensive expertise based on operations, leadership development, recruiting, training and personnel management. ...
EP 069 Tracy Boylin "I was a successful award-winning HR Director, and yet I was bullied out of the job I loved"
17 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAboutHi, I'm Tracy, the CEO of Organisational Genetics.I know all about toxic workplaces and how they damage workforces.As an HR ex...
EP 068 A very frank conversation with our very own Frank Cannon
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textFrank Cannon is a distinguished Chartered Security Professional, boasting a remarkable career that spans over four decades. His unique b...
EP 067 Chuck Andrews "When life forces you from 147mph to 0 sometimes you got to slow down. I'm still under repair but finding ways to get shit done"
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textNamed IFSEC #1 Security Influencer Worldwide! Global SECURITY Advisor & StrategistBIOForty (40) years of Law Enforcement, Corporate ...
EP 066 Dan Kaszeta: Chemical and Biological Defense Specialist, Ex-Pentagon, Ex-White House Staff, Ex-Secret Service....(and he made Chat GPT safer)
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textDan Kaszeta is a specialist in defence against chemical, biological, and radiological weapons and warfare. Although he has lived in Lond...
EP 065 Justin Jackson an Ex-Detective with Atlanta PD. When law enforcement loses skilled talented personnel, its a gain for the Security Industry...
21 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textShoot don't shoot, Taser, Deadly force, George Floyd, Atlanta PD, Law Enforcement, Guns and Gangs, Deadly Force, Police Training, T...
EP 064 Eduardo Hurtado, GeoPolitics Unveiled: Navigating Political Assassinations, Narco Wars, and Border Security
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textPolitical Assassinations, Ecuador Executive Protection, ASIS Standard for Executive Protection, Narcos, Organised Crime, Border Crime, M...
EP 063 Karen Whybro - What Makes Women Afraid?
25 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textA fully loaded podcast about, Womens Safety, Safer Streets, Gender Gap, 'whataboutery', Sarah Everard, Male violence, Rape, Bo...
EP 062 Dr David Rubens: 'Complex Crises' on the Anniversary of Fukushima, Japan March 2011
25 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textBIOI am a recognised authority on the strategic management of complex events, particularly within a multi-agency crisis management frame...
EP 061 Guy Mathias - Security Awards Ceremonies - Judges Spotlight
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textSECURITY AWARDS CEREMONIES...JUDGES SPOTLIGHT: WE DISCUSS NOMINATIONS, SUBMISSIONS AND ARE THERE TOO MANY AWARDS CEREMONIES?Guy is a sub...
EP 060 Julian Talbot Author of ‘Tales from the Edge’ Discusses Risk v Decision Making and the Anatomy of Disasters
11 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textJulian has 35 years international experience up to and including Director level and C-Suite in the commercial, government, and not-for-p...
EP 059 'Keanu Reeves Is Not In Love With You' - A Deep Dive Into Financial Romance Fraud With Author Becky Holmes
03 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textBecky Holmes is the creator of and voice behind the popular Twitter account @deathtospinach. Having been on the receiving end of an anno...
EP 058 Michael Gips, Global Security Influencer - His Journey From Harvard Law School To Becoming One Of The Top Security Professionals In The World
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textMichael discusses his wonderful journey from Harvard Law, to being a Judges Clerk dealing with death row cases, to finding his niche as ...
EP 057 'The Bullied Brain' with Dr Jen Fraser and 'Institutional Betrayal' with Jonathan Wilson
21 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textLived experience and the true understanding of what happens to the bullied brain, by Dr Jennifer Fraser author of 'The Bullied Brai...
EP 056 Dr Paul Martin CBE: Former head of the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) and Author of ‘The Rules Of Security’
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textBiographyDr Paul Martin is a security practitioner with thirty years’ experience in the national security arena. During a career in UK...
EP 055 Social Media Harms, The Dark Side of Tik Tok, Blackmail Emails, Remote Access of Home CCTV and the Digital Profiling of Children
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textScott Holland, a seasoned cybersecurity expert, has dedicated his career to fortifying the digital landscapes of schools, charities, and...
EP 054 Carlos Francisco 'So You Want To Get Into Corporate Security?'
04 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textCarlos is an accomplished security customer-centric executive. He is an expert in building world-class customer-centric security experie...
EP 053 The Best Of The Best -The Top 10 Most Downloaded Security Circle Podcasts of 2023.
28 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textSecurity Circle ⭕️ is an IFPOD production for IFPO the International Foundation of Protection Officers
EP 052 Baroness Harris of Richmond 'Just Call Me Angela'
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAngela Harris, a distinguished figure in British politics, left an indelible mark on the landscape of public service over several decade...
EP 051 Mike Croll: The Rise of Security and Why We Always Want More
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textMike Croll is a Senior Lecturer in Security, Resilience, and Intelligence at Buckinghamshire New University. More a pracademic than an a...
EP 050 Garry Bergin Shares Insights Around Inspiration, Motivation, Ethics & Professionalism, Leadership, Teamwork, Strategic Security Management & Continuous Learning & Professional Development
03 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textOverview:An accomplished professional with over two decades of experience in strategic security management, operations, and training in ...
EP 049 Kai Roer Talks About Human Behaviour and Human Factors in Security
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textKai RoerCEOWidely considered as the leading authority on the topic of security culture, Kai Roer is a best-selling author, an award-winn...
EP 048 Darryn Frost 'Narhwal Tusk' Guy, Tackled a Terrorist, London Bridge Terrorist Attack Nov 2019
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textBio: Darryn Frost QGMMoved to UK from South Africa in 2005.Worked for PR Newswire, then moved to Northampton Probation as Business Deve...
EP 047 Thomas Pecora -24 years in the CIA and Every War Zone In Between
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThomas (Tom) Pecora has more than 30 years in the security profession and is a former CIA Senior Security Officer who retired after 24 y...
EP 046 Andre du Venage: Protecting Cargo In The Most Dangerous Environments In The World
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAboutWHAT I DO: I systematically analyze the risks in your operations, design and implement solutions in context covering the areas wher...
EP 045 Paul Timm, PSP 'How Safe is Your School?'
02 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textPaul Timm, Director of Education Safety at Allegion, is a board-certified Physical Security Professional (PSP) and the author of “Scho...
EP 044 Alex Wood: From Musical Child Prodigy, Infamous Imposter of The Aristocracy - And Perpetrator Of A Huge Banking Fraud to a Netflix Documentary
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAlex Wood is a Cybercrime, Social Engineering and Counter Fraud SpeakerAlex Wood’s early career was in the music industry. From the ag...
EP 043 Chris Cubbage 'Space Security', Protecting Our Critical Infrastructure In Space
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textChris CubbageDirector and Executive Editor With over 30 years experience, Chris is a leading security and technology journalist and a...
EP 042 Kate Brassington Trauma PT2 PTSD, Suicide, Responses to Trauma, Gender and Neurodiversity
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textBIOKate is a Coaching Psychologist, Trauma-Informed specialist, and British Psychological Society Graduate Member (GMBPsS). She actively...
EP 041 Andrew Salkeld: 'Life Is A Four Letter Word', A Special for World Mental Health Day
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a text"All I want is for those out there struggling to know that there is hope. There are ways through the darkest of times. There are wa...
EP 040 Ellie Hurst- Digital Guardians: Navigating Responsibility in Security, Data Protection, and the Online Safety Bill
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEllie is the Head of Marcomm & Media at Advent IM Ltd. She is a presenter of many years’ standing and joined the security industry...
EP 039 Teddy Burriss Everything You Want To Know About LinkedIn And Were Too Afraid To Ask
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textBio:Teddy Burriss is a LinkedIn Strategist, Trainer, and Google Workspace Advisor.Beginning in 2009 Teddy has been using his business ex...
EP 038 Sandi Davies IFPO CEO and Lifetime Achievement Award Winner (OSPA's) 2023
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textSandi J. Davies Sandi began her career in contract security in 1980 with a primary focus on personnel adm...
EP 037 Kate Brassington: The Trauma Journey, Psychological Safety and Brave Spaces
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textBIOKate is a Coaching Psychologist, Trauma-Informed specialist, and British Psychological Society Graduate Member (GMBPsS). She actively...
EP 036 Cy Oatridge President Elect ASIS International
04 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textCy A. Oatridge, CPPCEO/PresidentCy A. Oatridge, CPP has over 25 years of security management experience and has been a member of ASIS In...
EP 035 Todd Martin The Texas Rangers...A Career of Catching Bad Guys and a Dedication to Protect
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a text M. Todd MartinLieutenant, Texas Rangers (Retired)Todd previously co-founded 1823 (Protection Development Group) and RANGLUR (Archite...
EP 034 Pauline Norstrom 'It's Only a Matter Of Time Before Deep Fake Technology is Used To Send Someone To Prison'
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a text'Please note that the AI landscape is moving very quickly and information discussed in this podcast may have changed since its reco...
EP 033 Jonathan Wilson 'The Silent Threat in the Workplace'
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textJonathan has over 28 years’ experience working for the Metropolitan Police (United Kingdom) with much of that time in senior leadershi...
EP 032 Rollo 'I'm A Security Influencer, But Really, It's Security That Influences me'
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textRollo epitomizes a steadfast and devoted luminary within the realm of physical security, boasting a commendable tenure of over three dec...
EP 031 Michelle Russell CEO of the SIA: 'Those Who Don't Comply With The Rules Will Be Held To Account'
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textMichelle Russell BIO Michelle became the permanent Chief Executive of the SIA in November 2021 and has over 25 years’ experience of w...
EP 030 Nick Gicinto Security Insider: Intelligence Insights from a CIA Veteran
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textNick Gicinto is an executive security leader and veteran of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), Tesla, and Uber as an insider threat,...
EP 029 Scott Kidd: From Fraud Offender to Fraud Defender
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textProfessional Bio Scott Kidd is a highly accomplished professional with a diverse criminology, psychology, and finance background. Curre...
EP 028 John Rodriguez "The Guardian Within: Mental Health and Empathy in Business Security"
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textJohn Rodriguez is the founder of Empathic Security Cultures LLC based in Austin, TX John brings 41+ years of pure corporate security ex...
EP 027 The Dark Trade In AI Child Sexual Abuse Material: A Discussion With Journalist Octavia Sheepshanks
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textNew article Nov 2023https://thecritic.co.uk/the-shadow-side-of-open-source-ai/Octavia Sheepshanks is an intrepid freelance journalist an...
EP 026 Miranda Coppoolse, From Victim to Rescuer: A Heroine's Journey In The Shadows
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textMiranda is a leading international operating security and behavioral analyst with over 25 years of experience.She has been an awarded Gl...
EP 025 Thorsten Neumann on Asset Protection in the Supply Chain 'Modern Technology Makes Your Life Easier, But It's Not More Secure'
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textBIO Thorsten NeumannPresident & CEO TAPA EMEAThorsten Neumann has 20 years’ experience in leadership roles in the Industrial Loss ...
EP 024 Andy Bennett Discusses Tomorrows Security Now
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAndy BennettVP of Technology, CISOMIS, BAAndy Bennett is a straight shooting, boot wearing native Texan who rolls up his sleeves to buil...
EP 023 Carolyn Pearson Safe Travels, Bold Tales: Inclusive Travel Risk Unravelled
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textBio: Carolyn is the CEO and founder of maiden-voyagage.com. Carolyn launched Maiden Voyage in 2008 after leading technology teams and t...
EP 022 James Cameron - The Executive Protection Standard Didn't Exist So We Said 'Challenge Accepted'
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textBio: James Cameron is a Board Certified Protection Professional, and has over 15 years’ international security experience. James is a...
EP 021 Travis Frain Surviving The Westminster Bridge Attack 22.3.17
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAbout Travis..."Since sustaining injuries in the Westminster Bridge terror attack on 22nd March 2017, Travis has spent the years fo...
EP 020 Figen Murray OBE and Nick Aldworth The Story From The Beginning Remembered On The Anniversary of Manchester Arena Bombing 22.5.17
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textFIGEN MURRAY OBEASyl , F.ISRMFigen Murray is the mother of Martyn Hett, who at 29 years of age was tragically killed alongside 21 others...
EP 019 Lee Oughton and Tim Wenzel Talk About 'The Kindness Games'
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAbout Lee...Lee Oughton is a Certified Security Management Professional - CSMP® & Chief Customer Officer to SPS based out of the UK...
EP 018 Dr Gavriel Schneider talks about Resilience, Presilience and High Performance Leadership
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textDr Gav is an acknowledged business leader, author and specialist in the field of human based risk management and the psychology of risk....
EP 017 Andy Neal, Uncovering Intentions: Behavioural Analysis in Threat Detection and Prevention
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAndy is the Associate Director of Global Security Solutions at Cardinus Risk Management where he provides a range of clients with traini...
EP 016 Professor Lisa Wilson (Short) "Unraveling the Mysteries of Blockchain and Cryptocurrency: Your Ultimate Guide"
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textPROFESSOR LISA SHORTDUniv., FBCS., FRSA., Grad. Cert Sc., Bch T&D, Dip. T&A Sys., Adv. Dip. OHS, BA (Economics, Geog., Fin. Mgt....
EP 015 "Caught in the Crossfire: A Security Professional's Personal Account of Surviving Putin's Invasion in Ukraine" by Andrii Lukashenko
13 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAndrii Lukashenko BIO Andrii Lukashenko is a security and risk management professional with over a decade of experience in managing sec...
EP 014 Abigail Moss Discussing 'Why Are So Many Employees Tentatively Looking For Another Job?'
06 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAbigail Moss is an Associate Director at Eames Consulting, where she heads up our growing Cyber Security, Information Security and Digit...
EP 013 Global AI Influencer Gerhard Furter, Talks Chat GPT and AI - Can Humans Harness The Power Without Harm
29 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textNamed 3rd in Top 10 IFSEC Global influencers in AI for 2022. Gerhard says, 'I'm paid to play with ideas, toys and possibilitie...
EP 012 The Legendary Charles 'Chuck' Andrews, We Discuss His Amazing Journey from Police to Global Security Influencer
23 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textCharles "Chuck" Andrews, CPPGlobal Security Influencer Chuck ([email protected]), as he is known around the world...
EP 011 Alexandra Hoffman discusses Quitting Big Corporate, To Set Up Her Own Crisis Management Consultancy
16 Mar 2023
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Send us a textQuitting big corporate and the comfort that comes with that to set up your own crisis management consultancy is a brave and gutsy move. ...
EP 010 Lucy Grimwade and Seetan Varsani Discuss Male Allyship
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textSeetan Varsani MSc, BA (hons) – Divisional Director: London, Corps Security UK Ltd Seetan is an experienced security professional, he...
EP 009 Lisa Baskott Talks About Why Womens Safety needs to be Center Stage
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textLisa talks about the evocative moment during the week of Sarah Everard's death that things changed for her, and why women's sa...
EP 008 Adriaan Bosch discusses Security in a Leadership Role in Extreme Risk Environments
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAdriaan is a vastly experienced executive in Physical Security, Loss Prevention and Risk Management helping organisations become more re...
EP 007 Cyber Security Influencer Jay Jay Davey discusses Secure Minds: Navigating Cyber Security and Mental Wellness
23 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textI was thrilled to be able to speak to Jay Jay Davey, super knowledgeable, very interesting to hear his views on both Cyber Security an...
EP 006 Philip Ingram discusses Security Around the World in 30 minutes.
16 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWe were thrilled to have Philips time to get an understanding of the global security issues around the world, from the Ukraine, to Eco t...
EP 005 Lee Doddridge - 'Mental Health, and Military into Security'
09 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a text‘Let's come off mute and speak‘ says Lee Doddridge about how we are struggling with Mental Health and PTSD.We were delighted to...
EP 004 Claire Humble discusses Transformation in the UK Security Industry
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWe couldn't wait to speak to Claire Humble to find out why transformation in the UK Security Industry is so important. It's ...
EP 003 Martin Gill - Security and Awards are they a match made in heaven?
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textCreator of the OSPA's Professor Martin Gill, tells us why awards are so beneficial for individuals and businesses in the Security I...
EP 002 David Rubens 'Security Risk Management' and the launch of his new book in 2023!
22 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textDavid Rubens talks to Yolanda and Ash about Global Crisis Management and why there are so many of the same problems all around the world...
EP 001 John Sephton 'Security and Social Media Friend or Foe?'
22 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textSecurity Professional and Influencer John Sephton Fsyl talks to us about why Linked In is critical for engaging with his network, and ho...