{"podcast":{"title":"Razorwire Cyber Security & InfoSec Insights","slug":"razorwire-cyber-security-infosec-insights-5584923","podcast_index_feed_id":5584923,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/razorwire/","website_url":"https://www.razorthorn.com/blog/","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/89f1db8e-5a05-49ee-821b-0c04bccc9d51/HPsr3S8HmV9gqC-KNv2eLdvy.jpg","author":"Razorthorn Security | Cybersecurity & InfoSec","episode_count":101,"summary":"Cybersecurity is evolving — and so should you. Razorwire brings the open conversations that give you the edge. Welcome to the Razorwire podcast — your resource for practical advice, expert insights, and real-world conversations on cybersecurity, information security (InfoSec), risk management, governance, security leadership, human factors, and industry trends. Our mission is to help you build a stronger cybersecurity career while supporting a dynamic, agile community of professionals committed to continuous improvement. Each episode brings you actionable advice and real experiences from your host, James Rees — an information security specialist with over 25 years of experience — and from a range of respected guests across the cybersecurity industry. Together, we explore everything from technical strategies and compliance challenges to security culture, communication skills, and leadership development. James Rees is the founder of Razorthorn Security, providing expert consultancy and testing services to a wide range of organisations, including many Fortune 500 companies. His practical, no-nonsense approach helps organisations manage cybersecurity risks effectively while strengthen…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-01T14:21:18.261517+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/razorwire-cyber-security-infosec-insights-5584923"},"episode":{"title":"The Razorwire Christmas Special 2025: Looking Back, Looking Forward","slug":"the-razorwire-christmas-special-2025-looking-back-looking-forward","published_at":"2025-12-24T04:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/razorwire-cyber-security-infosec-insights-5584923/the-razorwire-christmas-special-2025-looking-back-looking-forward","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/razorwire-cyber-security-infosec-insights-5584923","url":"https://razorwire.captivate.fm/episode/the-razorwire-christmas-special-2025-looking-back-looking-forward","audio_url":"https://op3.dev/e/episodes.captivate.fm/episode/5ab90d54-993c-4020-8ba3-0356dd4636be.mp3","summary":"What happens when you gather some of the sharpest minds in cybersecurity for an end-of-year chat about where we've been and where we're heading? 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Oliver brings data showing that AI-driven threat intelligence has been more marketing than reality. Marius shares why his CISO resignation letter post hit over 300,000 impressions and 3,400 comments. Eve explores whether there could be legal protections for cybersecurity professionals experiencing occupational trauma. Bec questions why security teams are expected to work under military-level pressure with none of the training or support. We’re also looking ahead to 2026. Oliver predicts salaries will rise. Marius sees organisations scrambling to fix the mess that AI has created. Eve and Bec discuss what the younger generation might teach us about boundaries and refusing to put up with workplace n…","meta_description":"What happens when you gather some of the sharpest minds in cybersecurity for an end-of-year chat about where we've been and where we're heading? 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