The TechTual Talk

Episode 195 Cloudflare’s Outage, DoorDash hacked, Nvidia $57B revenue, and Tech Career Crashouts

Get into cybersecurity here : https://app.techtualconsulting.tech/bundles/57 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In this episode, HD and CyberShortieee dive into everything from navigating IT career moves and salary negotiation, to analyzing the recent Cloudflare outage, security breaches at DoorDash, and major trends in AI, cybersecurity, and digital identity—all while mixing in pop culture discussions and real-world advice for leveling up your career and protecting yourself in the digital world. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Get your It pro career package here : https://app.techtualconsulting.tech/bundles/57 Book your cyber consultation here: https://app.techtualconsulting.tech/sessions join the discord here: https://discord.gg/8jryx9CUxw ask your pod questions here: techtualquestions@thetechtualtalk.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ➡️ Follow us on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/techtualchatter/ TIkTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@techtualchatter Twitter: https://twitter.com/TechtualChatter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henri-davis/ Follow Cybershortieee  @Cybershortieee   Instagram @cybershortieee  Follow the Pod: https://www.instagram.com/techtualtalk/ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Don't get complacent in your career 12:14 Cloudflare Database update causes outage 16:59 Reasonable Doubt 21:27 New Student Loan Rule Highlights 34:44 Door Dash Social Engineering Attack 40:52 Job Search Crashout 52:41 North Korea remote IT worker fraud ring 01:09:42 Ghost in the Shell Cybersecurity Parallels 01:17:01 The Louvore heist 01:22:58 "How I Became a Wale Fan" 01:29:16 Nvidia's $57B AI-Driven Revenue Surge 01:36:04 Cybersecurity Challenges and Leadership Ethics 01:40:38 "Corporate Culture: Fear and Silence" 01:44:40 Class Warfare AI Edition: Thinkers vs. Scrollers FTC Legal Disclaimer - Some links found in the description box of my videos may be affiliate links, meaning I will make a commission on sales you make through my link. This is at no extra cost to you to use my links/codes, it's just one more way to support me and my channel! :)

Ep. 194 AfroTech Recap, Amazon Layoffs, Business Casual

Book your cyber consultation here: https://calendly.com/techtuaulconsulting ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In this episode of The TechTual Talk,  HD and Cybershortieee recap AfroTech and share insights on networking, business casual dress codes, and the challenges Gen Z faces in today’s tech industry. They discuss backup plans, remote job security, corporate layoffs, insider risks, and the evolving conflict between old-school and new-school tech mindsets. The episode ends with advice on kindness and resilience in turbulent times. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Get your It pro career package here : https://buy.stripe.com/bJe3cw3yh5oI6De4sZ1gs0h Book your cyber consultation here: https://calendly.com/techtuaulconsulting join the discord here: https://discord.gg/8jryx9CUxw ask your pod questions here: techtualquestions@thetechtualtalk.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ➡️ Follow us on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/techtualchatter/ TIkTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@techtualchatter Twitter: https://twitter.com/TechtualChatter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henri-davis/ Follow Cybershortieee  @Cybershortieee   Instagram @cybershortieee  Follow the Pod: https://www.instagram.com/techtualtalk/ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Introduction and Initial Banter 09:49 Podcast Introduction 11:01 Business Casual Debate 28:33 Backup Plans and Career Strategies 32:19 The Importance of College Conversations 36:04 Sygnia  & DigitalMint Ransomware Scandal 46:44 Old School vs. New School Tech Mindset 58:38 The Impact of Social Media on Genz Work Perception 01:07:21 Canada H-1B Visa  01:11:43 University of Pennsylvania Data Breach 01:15:07 LinkedIn as a Dating Site? 01:16:08 LinkedIn Etiquette and Professionalism 01:19:12 LinkedIn as a Professional Tinder 01:22:10 Amazon Layoffs and Corporate Culture 01:28:13 Employment Rights and Legal Advice 01:32:47 Full Sail University Scandal 01:36:12 Remote Jobs and Layoff Survival 01:43:34 Zero days sold to Russia FTC Legal Disclaimer - Some links found in the description box of my videos may be affiliate links, meaning I will make a commission on sales you make through my link. This is at no extra cost to you to use my links/codes, it's just one more way to support me and my channel! :)

Ep. 192 How we got into Cyber Security (tips for newbies)

Get your ticket to the BlackGirlsHack Gala here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/rise-and-reign-a-blackgirlshack-celebration In this episode, HD and co-host Cyber Shorty dive into their personal cybersecurity journeys, tackling the challenges newcomers face in the job market, and offering advice on the importance of degrees, internships, and certifications. They share detailed resume tips, discuss the impact of AI and recent tech layoffs, and analyze major security breaches like the Discord and Salesforce incidents. Listener questions on breaking into GRC, cloud careers, and education choices are answered, providing comprehensive guidance for those aspiring to thrive in the cybersecurity field. 00:00 Introduction and Industry Challenges 13:45 Personal Journeys into Cybersecurity 33:40 Interview Preparation and Tips 36:59 Mastering the Interview: Skills and Strategies 43:07 The Discord Data Breach: What You Need to Know 49:48 Teen Hackers and Ransomware: A New Era of Cybercrime 57:22 The Reality Behind Tech Layoffs 01:04:55 Megan Thee Stallion vs. Milagro Cooper: A Forensic Perspective 01:17:45 AI and Copyrights: A Growing Concern 01:19:18 Meta Glasses: Features and Pricing 01:26:16 Salesforce's Ransomware Dilemma 01:26:37 Cash Money vs. No Limit: A Versus Battle 01:34:54 Career Advice: Transitioning to GRC 01:38:12 Career Advice: Balancing Education and Work 01:41:29 Certifications and Career Growth in Cloud Computing 01:49:13 Voicemails: Career Questions Answered 01:57:04 Final Thoughts and Sign-Off

Ep. 191 Why Women love AI and not Men

Go to our sponsor https://aura.com/techtualchatter to get a 14- day FREE trial and see if your personal information has been leaked online ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In this episode  of The Techtual Talk, kicking off Cybersecurity Awareness Month, HD and Cybershortieee dive into timely security tips, high-profile breaches like Red Hat and Salesforce, the challenges of AI in the workplace, privacy concerns, and the real-life impacts of tech on everything from NFL playbooks to personal relationships. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Get your It pro career package here : https://buy.stripe.com/bJe3cw3yh5oI6De4sZ1gs0h Book your cyber consultation here: https://calendly.com/techtuaulconsulting join the discord here: https://discord.gg/8jryx9CUxw ask your pod questions here: techtualquestions@thetechtualtalk.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ➡️ Follow us on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/techtualchatter/ TIkTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@techtualchatter Twitter: https://twitter.com/TechtualChatter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henri-davis/ Follow Cybershortieee  ⁨@Cybershortieee⁩   ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Introduction  04:51 Password Managers Discussion 09:23 Red Hat Breach Analysis 14:37 AI Cost Overruns and Implications 21:18 AI Boyfriends and Wire Sexuals 27:46 ICE Surveillance and Privacy Concerns 35:43 Roblox and Online Safety for Kids 41:04 Online Safety for Kids 41:33 Job Market Manipulations 44:58 NFL Cybersecurity Challenges 50:43 Government Data Privacy Debate 55:34 Cybersecurity Awareness and Shutdown Impact 58:38 Salesforce Data Breach 01:04:20 AI and DeepFakes 01:13:28 Corporate Recruitment Secrets 01:17:05 Celebrating Milestones and Future Plans FTC Legal Disclaimer - Some links found in the description box of my videos may be affiliate links, meaning I will make a commission on sales you make through my link. This is at no extra cost to you to use my links/codes, it's just one more way to support me and my channel! :)

Ep 190 Why getting a job feels impossible right now

Go to our sponsor https://aura.com/techtualchatter to get a 14- day FREE trial and see if your personal information has been leaked online ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In this episode of The TechTual Talk, HD discusses the challenges and realities of job searching and hiring in tech, the impact of AI on cybersecurity and workplace productivity, the importance of soft skills for SOC analysts, and explores personal experiences and industry news related to career transitions, salary transparency, and the changing landscape of remote work. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Get your It pro career package here : https://buy.stripe.com/bJe3cw3yh5oI6De4sZ1gs0h Book your cyber consultation here: https://calendly.com/techtuaulconsulting join the discord here: https://discord.gg/8jryx9CUxw ask your pod questions here: techtualquestions@thetechtualtalk.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ➡️ Follow us on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/techtualchatter/ TIkTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@techtualchatter Twitter: https://twitter.com/TechtualChatter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henri-davis/ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Intro 06:32 The Hiring Process: A Rigged Game? 11:32 The Truth About Phantom Job Postings 14:00 Remote Work: Expectations vs. Reality 15:28 Reacting to a TikTok Resignation 19:08 Should You Give Two Weeks' Notice? 20:33 Electronic Arts' $50 Billion Acquisition 22:05 The Realities of Being a SOC Analyst 26:37 AI and Workplace Efficiency 29:17 AI in Cybersecurity: Opportunities and Threats 34:52 The Impact of Offshoring on Jobs 38:02 The Rising Cost of the American Dream 42:05 The Consequences of Weak Passwords 49:27 Moral Dilemmas in AI Development 51:48 Conclusion and Final Thoughts FTC Legal Disclaimer - Some links found in the description box of my videos may be affiliate links, meaning I will make a commission on sales you make through my link. This is at no extra cost to you to use my links/codes, it's just one more way to support me and my channel! :)