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InfosecWhiskey

InfosecWhiskey

By ush1c

Information security with a whiskey filter.
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From Master Mechanic to Master Hacker the Journey of A Principle Security Analyst and Hacker

InfosecWhiskeyOct 27, 2023

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From Master Mechanic to Master Hacker the Journey of A Principle Security Analyst and Hacker

From Master Mechanic to Master Hacker the Journey of A Principle Security Analyst and Hacker

Join me as I interview my coworker Matt! We discuss how he went from a Master Mechanic to a Master Hacker, and employed as a Principal Security Analyst and even passing his OSCP in 3.5hrs on his first try! We have a bonus surprise with Matt’s fave hacking YouTuber John Hammond!!
Oct 27, 202347:30
Untitled Infosec Show Ep. 2

Untitled Infosec Show Ep. 2

Join us for our second episode of our new show, that we still haven't named...so we are going with Untitled Infosec Show for now (or forever who knows). It's our usual crew talking about Mental Health, stress management and self-care, and we even throw a little infosec in there for ya!

Jun 03, 202201:02:44
The Untitled Infosec Show

The Untitled Infosec Show

Guess What?!? We are starting a biweekly reoccurring show where you get to listen to regular hosts Ushi and Nick, joined by Nicole Beckwith and Steve (@geeksteev)! What you're going to get is a little booze, a little infosec and a whole lot of fun! Join us each week as we explore different infosec topics, share our drinks, and engage in general shenanigans!

Apr 25, 202201:18:49
Infosec and....Physics(?) with John Strand

Infosec and....Physics(?) with John Strand

In this episode of InfosecWhiskey, Nick (boxswapper) and I sit down with CEO and infosec expert, John Strand. We talk about getting into infosec, where to find free and reduced cost training, and even some physics! This is definitely an episode you don't want to miss.


We got to unveil our new logo recently and we are so excited! If you're looking for a pro with amazing design skillz definitely go check out Kate Ahern! You can reach her at kateahern.com

Dec 04, 202101:19:32
The Security Pro behind the Elliot Alderson (@fs0c131y) account!

The Security Pro behind the Elliot Alderson (@fs0c131y) account!

Last year, I was lucky enough to get to sit down with the real guy behind the @fs0c131y account on twitter, Baptiste Robert. The security pro who has reverse engineered most of our favorite apps....for fun and altruistic security! I got to ask him all about the TikTok news, how he got into doing what he does, and more! Grab your favorite beverage and join us for a fun convo!

Apr 30, 202140:46
Creating a kick butt team, BYFW and the Mandiant Security Validation Behavioral Research Team!

Creating a kick butt team, BYFW and the Mandiant Security Validation Behavioral Research Team!

This is hands down my favorite episode to date. I sit down and have a virtual happy hour with my entire team from Mandiant Security Validation. We have one of, if not the best teams I've ever been lucky enough to be apart of. This is easily our largest group to be interviewed...but we work so well together, you won't even notice ;) . The only rule was BYFW {bring your favorite whiskey (or water!)} and have a great time! Join us with *your* favorite whiskey and see how this team works hard and then plays hard as we each discuss funny stories, what we are drinking, and most importantly, how YOU can create an awesome, connected, and engaging team, even with the remote work of the times!

Mar 22, 202101:31:05
Do you wanna be a Pentester? Phillip Wylie and a little Old Forester

Do you wanna be a Pentester? Phillip Wylie and a little Old Forester

Join me in this episode as I get to interview the "Chuck Norris" of infosec, Mr. Phillip Wylie himself! Be sure to grab a glass of Old Forester 1920, and Phillip's new book, "The Pentester Blueprint," for a fun chat where we talk about everything from learning to hack to ....wrestling a bear??

Feb 20, 202101:09:36
Whisky from our homelands and Stress Management with Troy Hunt

Whisky from our homelands and Stress Management with Troy Hunt

In this episode I got to sit down and have a lovely chat with Troy Hunt! Best known for his website haveibeenpwned.com, his courses on Pluralsight, and so much else! But we took a different road for this chat. We talked about stress management during this turbulent times. Why woud we pick this topic? Grab scotch from your native land...or the liquor store...and join us and find out!

Nov 28, 202058:35
Angel's Envy and a fun chat with Curtis Brazzell

Angel's Envy and a fun chat with Curtis Brazzell

Unless you've been under a rock, you know I love the children's book "M is fo Malware," by my amazing guest, Curtis Brazzell. Grab a glass of your favorite port wine finished bourbon, and join Curtis, Nick, and I as we have a fun hangout. Stay tuned to the end for an awesome give-a-way!!

Oct 28, 202001:21:12
Imposter Syndrome and Smoky Lagavulin with Steve and Nick

Imposter Syndrome and Smoky Lagavulin with Steve and Nick

Join us for a smoky scotch and some talk about imposter syndrome. Wanna drink along? Grab some Lagavulin 8 year, kick up your feet, and chill with some friends who just think they aren't good enough.

Sep 28, 202001:50:26
Blanton's with the Unicorn

Blanton's with the Unicorn

One of my favorite epidodes to date! I got to catch up with my good friend, the Unicorn himself, Bryson Bort! Pull up a seat and a glass of your favorite whiskey, and join two friends as they chat about everything from Ted Bundy, Shenanigans, and just how he's able to do all the things! 

Sep 17, 202001:09:04
Uncle Nearest, Wirefall, and Mentoring in Infosec

Uncle Nearest, Wirefall, and Mentoring in Infosec

Grab a glass and a bottle as we enjoy a few glasses of Uncle Nearest as we learn the history of the first African American Master Distiller in the US and discuss mentorship with the man who started the infamous Dallas Hackars Association, Wirefall!

Jul 29, 202001:07:38
John McAfee and the McAfee 2020

John McAfee and the McAfee 2020

How do you intro the man who needs no intro?? Join us as we drink the McAfee 2020 with the man, the myth, the legend, John McAfee. My cohost, everyones favorite unicorn CEO, Bryson Bort of Scythe! (@BrysonBort on Twitter). We talk infosec, love, and listen to stories of John and Janice McAfee's adventures and dangers. (video of this interview will be on the InfosecWhiskey Youtube channel soon!)

Jun 20, 202057:49
Eagle Rare with Dave Kennedy

Eagle Rare with Dave Kennedy

Join us as we talk to the one and only Dave Kennedy! We share a glass of Eagle Rare and talk about bourbon, Mr Robot, and suggestions for those looking to get into infosec. This was an amazing and fun conversation with one of the nicest guys in the business. So grab a glass and pull up a seat!

May 24, 202001:06:26
Avionics hacking and Aviation Gin with Nick

Avionics hacking and Aviation Gin with Nick

Join as we do an InfosecWhiskey first and drink...gin!! We share an awesome glass of Aviation gin with Nick (@boxswapper). An avionics maintainer who talks about avionics hacking and more on getting into infosec! Grab a glass of Aviation Gin and join us for a nice relaxing chat.

Apr 21, 202002:01:39
A Little Larceny with TinkerSec

A Little Larceny with TinkerSec

Grab some Larceny Bourbon, and come learn to taste bourbon and share in an amazing 2 hours of story telling and advice from the internets favorite Social Engineer....TinkerSec

Mar 14, 202002:18:21
Woodford, Thinker, and being #ActuallyAutistic in infosec

Woodford, Thinker, and being #ActuallyAutistic in infosec

Grab a glass and let's get right to it.

Feb 12, 202001:46:30
Paths to Infosec

Paths to Infosec

It's finally here!! Our first podcast...be kind lol. In this episode we discuss our different paths to infosec and some suggestions for those trying to break in! We hope you enjoy as much as we enjoyed making it.
Guests: @ar4v3n and @SystemRogue, Host: @ush1c
Whiskey: Four Roses Single Barrel
PS The episode was meant to be a video and we ended up switching the format. That may explain some of our dialogue. Cheers!
Dec 22, 201901:41:02