Why Great CISOs Are Never Bored

Why Great CISOs Are Never Bored

Author: BKBT Productions April 14, 2025 Duration: 43:01
Jake Bernardes, CISO at Anecdotes, brings a uniquely adventurous spirit to this week's show! And his ethos of "Don't be an a**hole" is certainly one we can get behind. George K and George A talk to Jake about: * Jake's "inherent risk-taker" philosophy that's guided his career moves * Why the best CISOs are "repulsed by the idea of being bored" and how that drives innovation * The changing face of security leadership - from risk-averse consultants to today's disruptive problem solvers * His refreshingly honest take on how CISOs should interact with vendors: "Just don't be an a**hole" Whether you're in the trenches, pitching security tools, or running a whole damn cyber program, Jake drops serious insights you can use. ———— 👊⚡️Support the show! For as little as $1 a month, you can support the show and get exclusive member benefits, or send a one-time gift! https://ko-fi.com/bareknucklesbrasstacks Your contribution covers our hosting fees, helps us make cool events and swag, and it lets us know that what we're doing is of value to you. We appreciate you!

There’s a lot of noise in the world of technology talk, but Bare Knuckles and Brass Tacks cuts through it with a focus on the people behind the products and the societal currents shaping our digital landscape. Hosts George K and George A steer conversations that are less about specs and hype, and more about real-world consequences. You’ll hear them dig into topics like the messy rollout of new AI tools, the often-invisible backbone of digital infrastructure, and why communities adopt or reject certain technologies. This podcast regularly features guests from various fields who offer unvarnished opinions on what’s genuinely functional and what’s fundamentally flawed in our tech-saturated lives. The discussions move beyond simple commentary to challenge the standard narratives promoted by the tech industry, examining the cultural and social ripples of every new development. It’s a show for anyone who feels that technology coverage often misses the human element-the frustrations, the adaptations, and the ethical dilemmas. Tune in for a grounded, critical, and consistently engaging dialogue that connects the dots between code and culture. This production from BKBT Productions lives up to its name, getting down to the brass tacks of how technology is built and used, with a bare-knuckle honesty that’s increasingly rare.
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