S2 - Episode 009 – DEFCON – An Exhaustive Guide to Hacker Summer Camp – (with Dr. Louis DeWeaver)

S2 - Episode 009 – DEFCON – An Exhaustive Guide to Hacker Summer Camp – (with Dr. Louis DeWeaver)

Author: Jason Popillion and Kevin Pentecost August 4, 2023 Duration: 1:30:38
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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 all things Hacker Summer Camp in this definitive, ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW, and truly exhaustive guide. 

We join forces with our good friend, who we met at Hacker Summer Camp, Dr. Louis DeWeaver. Louis is a former professor and a seasoned cybersecurity expert who brings years of knowledge and many trips to DEFCON to this conversation. His upbeat personality is one of a kind! We like to say that Louis could definitely sell ice cubes to Eskimos! 

We start out with a brief history of DEFCON, talk about the basics on venue, cost, and of course the backstory on how founder Jeff Moss (a.k.a. Dark Tangent) started the largest hacker conference on the planet. 
Then, we round out this information packed episode with a definitive guide of the most important things you're going to WANT to know if you plant to head to the dessert to join in the fun. 

We really hope you like this episode as much as we enjoyed putting it together! 

Jason Popillion is a CISSP and serves as a CIO/CTO of a SaaS company and Kevin Pentecost is a CISSP, CISM, CEH, CPT, MPCS, MCSE, CCA, ITIL-F and serves as a Information Security Director for a Manufacturing company. 

 

 

DOWNLOADS: 

The Official DECFON webpage: 

https://defcon.org/  

DEFCON on Twitter: 

https://twitter.com/defcon 

The Official DC Documentary: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ctQOmjQyYg  

 

OTHER CONFERENCES IN VEGAS THE WEEK OF HACKER SUMMER CAMP: 

BLACKHAT USA CONFERENCE: 

https://www.blackhat.com/us-23/ 

 

B-Sides Las Vegas: 

https://bsideslv.org/registration  

 

Squadcon: 

https://www.blackgirlshack.org/event-5176921  

 

So, you want to BLOW SOME SHIT UP? 

https://deviating.net/firearms/defcon_shoot/  

 

Did you say "PARTIES?" – Find all the hopping social events in one spot: 

https://twitter.com/defconparties  

Look for their Google Calendar on the Twitter page! 

 

OH, you still want MORE? 

https://conferenceparties.com/hsc2023/  


Ever feel like the world of cybersecurity is explained in a language only experts understand? That's exactly why Cyber Distortion Podcast Series exists. Hosts Jason Popillion and Kevin Pentecost, both seasoned professionals who hold top certifications like the CISSP, cut through the jargon and distortion to talk about digital safety in clear, practical terms. Each episode feels like a conversation with two colleagues who have been in the trenches-Jason as a CIO/CTO and Kevin as an Information Security Manager-and who genuinely want you to walk away with something useful. You won't just hear abstract theories; you'll get actionable advice that applies whether you're protecting your personal data or responsible for an entire organization's security posture. This podcast demystifies the concepts that matter now, from everyday online habits to broader organizational strategies, making crucial knowledge accessible without oversimplifying the real challenges. Tune in for straightforward discussions that equip you with the understanding to navigate an increasingly complex digital landscape with more confidence.
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