Best SGNL Podcasts (2025)

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#374 - Sponsor Spotlight - SGNL 59:39

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This episode is sponsored by SGNL. Visit sgnl.ai/idac to learn more. In this sponsored episode of Identity at the Center podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim discuss hot trends in the identity space, focusing on continuous identity with their guest Erik Gustavson, co-founder and CPO at SGNL. Erik shares his journey into the IAM space, exploratory projects, …

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#375 - Mailbag for September 2025 1:10:55

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Join Jeff Steadman and Jim McDonald for the September 2025 mailbag episode of Identity at the Center! This episode features listener questions from around the world about digital identity, trust, technology challenges, inclusion, biometrics, and even a candid discussion on air travel etiquette. Whether you're new to IAM or a veteran, you'll find pr…

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#373 - Going Passkey Phishing with Nishant Kaushik 57:45

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In this episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, Jeff and Jim discuss various aspects of identity access management (IAM) policies and the importance of having a solid foundation. They emphasize the need for automation, controls, and how IAM policies should be created without technology limitations in mind. The discussion also covers the impl…

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#372 - Exploring the Evolution of Identity Management with Darren Rolls 1:00:42

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In this episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim engage in an insightful conversation with Darren Rolls, a veteran in the Identity and Access Management (IAM) field. They discuss the complexities of identity fabrics, the evolving landscape of IAM, the impact of AI, and the challenges of integrating new technologies with leg…

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#371 - Sponsor Spotlight - Axonius 59:03

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Sponsored by Axonius. Visit https://www.axonius.com/idac to learn more. In this sponsored episode of the Identity at the Center Podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim talk with Amir Ofek, the CEO of AxoniusX, about the company's innovative solutions in identity and access management (IAM). The discussion covers Amir's journey into IAM, the unique challenges o…

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#370 - RSM & IDAC Present - The Intersection of Cloud Security and IAM 59:51

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In this episode of the Identity at the Center Podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim dive into the critical intersection of cloud security and identity and access management (IAM). They are joined by experts from RSM Justin Devine, Cloud Transformation Director, and Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan, Digital Identity Director, to discuss the challenges and strategies in…

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#369 - A Practitioner’s View on Identity with Anthony Viggiano 56:54

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Join Jeff and Jim in this special episode of the Identity at the Center podcast as they celebrate crossing 1 million downloads. The hosts share a major announcement, thank their supporters, and discuss the journey and future of the podcast. They also delve into the world of Identity and Access Management (IAM) with guest Anthony Viggiano, covering …

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#368 - Sponsor Spotlight - P0 Security 51:37

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This episode is sponsored by P0 Security. Visit p0.dev/idac to learn why P0 is the easiest and fastest way to implement just-in-time, short-lived, and auditable access to your entire infrastructure stack, like servers, databases, Kubernetes clusters, cloud consoles, and cloud services, for users as well as non-human identities. In this sponsor spot…

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#367 - RSM & IDAC Present - The Intersection of Attack Surface Management and Identity 51:47

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Join hosts Jeff Steadman and Jim McDonald as they explore the critical intersection of attack surface management (ASM) and digital identity with Dan Lauritzen, Director with RSM Defense - RSM’s Managed Security Team. This episode dives deep into how identity has become a key component of your organization's attack surface and why breaking down silo…

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#366 - The Digital Transformation of Healthcare IAM with Shawna Hofer 1:03:18

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In this episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim dive into an enriching discussion with Shawna Hofer, Chief Information Security Officer at St. Luke's Health System in Idaho. Discover the vital link between cybersecurity and patient safety, the evolving role of AI in healthcare, and the challenges of integrating new technol…

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#365 - Exploring the Future of Machine Identity with Felix Gaehtgens 1:01:54

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In this episode of the Identity at the Center Podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim are joined by Felix Gaehtgens, a former Gartner analyst, to discuss the evolving landscape of machine identity. Felix shares insights into the differences between human and machine identities, the challenges posed by legacy identity management practices, and the importance of…

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#364 - Building Bridges in Identity with IDPro Joni Brennan 57:55

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Welcome back to Identity at the Center! Jeff flies solo this week as Jim handles a cross-country move, bringing you an insightful conversation with Joni Brennan, the new Chair of the IDPro Board of Directors. In this episode, Joni shares her vision for IDPro's future, discussing what the organization does well and where improvements are needed. As …

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#363 - Sponsor Spotlight - Natoma 50:03

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This episode is sponsored by Natoma. Visit https://www.natoma.id/ to learn more. Join Jeff from the IDAC Podcast as he dives into a deep conversation with Paresh Bhaya, the co-founder of Natoma. In this sponsored episode, Paresh shares his journey into the identity space, discusses how Natoma helps enterprises accelerate AI adoption without comprom…

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#362 - Identiverse 2025 - Diane Vicezar, DIAF Kim Cameron Award Winner 37:32

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In this episode of Identity at the Center, recorded live from Identiverse 2025 in Las Vegas, Jim McDonald and Jeff Steadman are joined by special guests Diane Vicezar and Arynn Crow. Diane is a recent recipient of the Digital Identity Advancement Foundation's (DIAF) prestigious Kim Cameron Award, and Arynn is the Director of Governance and Transpar…

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#361 - Identiverse 2025 - Sean O'Dell on Harnessing CAEP Abilities with Event-Driven Identity 37:13

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In this episode of the Identity at the Center Podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim discuss highlights from Identiverse 2025, featuring special guest Sean O'Dell from The Walt Disney Company. They reflect on the importance of continuous identity management, event-driven architecture, and AI in identity and access management (IAM). The conversation covers a r…

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#360 - Sponsor Spotlight - Trusona 53:37

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This episode is sponsored by Trusona. Visit trusona.com/idac to learn more. In this episode of the Identity of the Center podcast, Jeff and Jim discuss identity verification challenges with Ori Eisen, the founder and CEO of Trusona. The conversation explores the problems surrounding help desk authentication and how Trusona's new product, ATO Protec…

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#359 - Identiverse 2025 - Andrew Shikiar’s FIDO Alliance Update 27:25

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In this episode of the Identity at the Center Podcast, Jeff and Jim broadcast live from Identiverse 2025. Special guest Andrew Shikiar from the FIDO Alliance joins to talk about efforts to push passkey adoption and reduce reliance on passwords. Topics covered include the technicalities of passkeys, their adoption by major banks like Wells Fargo, an…

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#358 - Identiverse 2025 - Identi-Squabble 21:17

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Welcome to a special game show edition of 'Identity at the Center,' hosted by Jeff Steadman! Recorded live at Identiverse 2025, this episode features two teams—Team IDPro (Heather Flanagan, Tina Srivastava, and Mike Kiser) and Team IDAC (Jim McDonald, David Mahdi, and Steven Rennick)—competing in a Family Feud-style trivia game focused on Identity …

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#357 - Sponsor Spotlight - Silverfort 1:02:45

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This episode is sponsored by Silverfort. Visit silverfort.com for more. In this sponsored episode of the Identity at the Center Podcast, Jeff and Jim sit down with Hed Kovetz, CEO and Co-founder at Silverfort. They discuss the rapid evolution in the identity security space, Silverfort's groundbreaking innovations, and the critical role of AI and no…

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#356 - Mr. NHI, Lalit Choda, on Securing the Exploding World of NHI 1:04:31

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Join Jim McDonald and Jeff Steadman on the Identity at the Center podcast as they welcome Lalit Choda, founder and CEO of the Non-Human Identity Management Group. Lalit, also known as "Mr. NHI," shares his journey from investment banking to becoming a leading expert in non-human identities. This episode delves into the critical and often overlooked…

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#355 - IdentiBeer Oslo & Berlin 2025 46:21

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This episode features various professionals discussing their experiences and journeys in the identity and access management (IAM) field during a meetup in Oslo, Norway, and Berlin, Germany. Participants include individuals from the Central Bank of Norway, Space Norway, and newcomers to the IAM space, among others. The event, promoted as 'IdentitBee…

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#354 - Kristina Yasuda & Torsten Lodderstedt on the EUDI Wallet and its Global Impact 51:50

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Join Jim McDonald and Jeff Steadman on Identity at the Center as they sit down with Kristina Yasuda, Product Owner, and Dr. Torsten Lodderstedt, Project Lead for the German EUDI Wallet project. Recorded at EIC 2025, this episode delves into the ambitious European Union initiative to create a digital identity wallet for all its citizens. Kristina an…

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#353 - Sponsor Spotlight - Duo 53:25

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This episode is sponsored by Duo. Visit duo.com to learn more. Join Jim McDonald and Jeff Steadman on this sponsored episode of the Identity at the Center Podcast, brought to you by Duo! We welcome back Matt Caulfield, VP of Duo and Identity at Cisco, to discuss the ongoing "identity crisis" in security, where 60% of attacks have identity as a key …

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#352 - Misinformation vs. Disinformation in IAM with Alejandro Leal 40:29

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In this episode of Identity at the Center, Jeff Steadman and Jim McDonald are joined by Alejandro Leal, Senior Analyst at KuppingerCole, live from the EIC 2025 stage in Berlin, Germany. Alejandro delves into the critical distinctions between misinformation and disinformation, exploring their historical context and how they manifest in today's techn…

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#351 - Jerome Thorstenson on B2B Identity First Security 35:14

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In this episode of Identity at the Center, hosts Jeff Steadman and Jim McDonald are joined by Jerome Thorstenson, IAM Architect with Salling Group, live from EIC 2025 in Berlin! Jerome shares his insights on B2B identity, the challenges of managing access for a complex supply chain, and the importance of an identity-first approach. Discover how Sal…

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#350 - Sponsor Spotlight - SlashID 46:56

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This episode is sponsored by SlashID. Visit https://www.slashid.com/idac to learn more. In this sponsored episode of the Identity at the Center Podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim interview Vincenzo Iozzo, CEO of SlashID, to discuss the current landscape and innovations they are making in Identity and Access Management (IAM). Vincenzo, who has a background…

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#349 - Identity, AI, and the Future with Henrique Teixeira 1:17:38

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In this episode of Identity at the Center, hosts Jeff Steadman and Jim McDonald welcome back Henrique Teixeira, SVP of Strategy at Saviynt, for his third appearance on the show. Henrique dives deep into his transition from Gartner analyst to IAM vendor executive, sharing candid insights on career changes, identity security trends, and what it's lik…

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#348 - The Identity Data Dilemma: Martech, Adtech, and IAM with Eve Maler 1:07:43

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Eve Maler returns to Identity at the Center for her seventh episode, bringing her signature insight and humor to a deep conversation about the state of digital identity. Jeff and Jim explore the gap between lagging IAM programs and next-gen technologies with Eve, who dives into her research on non-human identities, the power of identity services as…

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#347 - The Future of Identity: Analyzing and Forecasting IAM with Simon Moffatt 1:07:42

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In this episode of the Identity at the Center Podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim discuss with Simon Moffatt, founder of The Cyber Hut and identity researcher, the integral role of identity in security, productivity, and online services. They dive into Simon's journey in the identity space, the importance of fresh analytical tools, and his new book, 'IAM a…

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#346 - Sponsor Spotlight - Veza 56:29

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Sponsored by Veza. Visit veza.com/idac for more info. In this sponsored episode of the Identity at the Center Podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim welcome Tarun Thakur, the co-founder and CEO of Veza, and Phil Venables, a strategic security advisor with Google and board director for Veza. The discussion spans the critical role of identity security in modern…

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#345 - IDAC Mailbag - April 2025 Edition 56:19

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In this episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim dive into the complexities and challenges of Identity and Access Management (IAM). They discuss the cumbersome user experience of Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) setups, assess the value of IAM maturity programs, and highlight the changing landscape of authentication standa…

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#344 - IDAC + IDPro with Heather Flanagan 54:19

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In this episode of the Identity at the Center Podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim enthusiastically announce that their podcast is now the official podcast of IDPro. Heather Flanagan, the Executive Director of IDPro, joins the discussion to share insights about the previous IDPro Show, the time and resource constraints of producing it, and the transition to…

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#343 - Transforming Travel with Digital Identity featuring Kristin Olsen from Alaska Airlines 1:03:09

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In this episode of Identity at the Center, Kristin Olsen, Director of Product Management for the guest travel experience at Alaska Airlines, shares insights into the evolving world of digital identity in the travel industry. Kristin discusses the vision for seamless travel using face or phone for identity verification, collaboration with TSA, and f…

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#342 - Identity Management Day 2025 with Jeff Reich 53:11

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Join Jeff and Jim in this episode of the Identity at the Center Podcast as they delve into the upcoming Identity Management Day 2025. Featuring guest Jeff Reich, Executive Director at the Identity Defined Security Alliance (IDSA), this episode unpacks the significance of non-human identities, AI in identity management, and the existential questions…

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#341 - Alternative Realities and Dimensions of IAM in 2025 25:32

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Join AI Jeff and AI Jim on 'Identity at the Center' as they explore the most outrageous and entertaining innovations in identity and access management (IAM) for this special April Fools' episode. From 'Identity at the Center - After Dark' on Diz-Prime-flix to the rise of 'Carrier Pigeon Authentication,' this episode promises a wild ride through the…

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#340 - RSM & IDAC Present: Compliance & Digital Identity with Kia Smith 1:02:40

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In this episode of the Identity at the Center Podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim delve into the intricacies of compliance, governance, and cybersecurity with special guest and colleague Kia Smith, a director in RSM's Security and Privacy Risk Consulting practice. They explore the foundational role of compliance activities such as Sarbanes-Oxley, the cruci…

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#339 - Sponsor Spotlight - Permiso 56:38

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This episode is sponsored by Permiso. Visit permiso.io/idac to learn more. In this sponsored episode of the Identity at the Center Podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim sit down with Paul Nguyen, co-founder and co-CEO of Permiso, to discuss the critical role of identity security in modern information security. Paul shares insights into the history of identit…

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#338 - European Identity & Cloud Conference 2025 Preview with Warwick Ashford 1:02:00

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In this episode of the Identity at the Center Podcast, Jeff and Jim discuss the upcoming European Identity and Cloud Conference (EIC) with Warwick Ashford, Senior Analyst at KuppingerCole Analysts. Warwick outlines the differences between digital identity and identity and access management (IAM), emphasizing the importance of managing non-human ide…

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#337 - Adaptive Authentication and Fraud Prevention with Ping’s Patrick Harding 58:14

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In this episode of the Identity Center Podcast, Jim McDonald discusses policy enforcement, adaptive authentication, and fraud prevention with Patrick Harding, Chief Product Architect at Ping Identity. They delve into how policy enforcement can be managed locally to maintain performance for SaaS applications while ensuring greater flexibility using …

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#336 - IDAC Mailbag - March 2025 Edition 48:28

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In this episode of the Identity at the Center Podcast, Jeff and Jim tackle questions from listeners around the world, including: "What certifications or skills would you recommend focusing on in 2025?" "What are some of the most common mistakes companies make when rolling out MFA, and how can they avoid them?" and "How should small and mid-sized bu…

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#335 - Sponsor Spotlight - Beyond Identity 48:25

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This episode is sponsored by Beyond Identity. Visit https://www.beyondidentity.com/idac to learn more. In this sponsored episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, Jeff and Jim host Sarah Cecchetti, Director of Product Strategy at Beyond Identity. They discuss the transition away from password-based systems to more secure, passwordless authenti…

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#334 - Identiverse 2025 Preview with Andi Hindle 1:10:41

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Get an insider's look at Identiverse with special guest Andi Hindle, the conference chair, on this episode of 'Identity at the Center.' Andi joins Jeff and Jim to discuss the upcoming Identiverse 2025 in Las Vegas, highlighting key sessions, workshops, and keynote speakers. They explore the significance of industry conferences, delve into non-human…

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#333- Navigating Identity in the Automotive Industry with Andrew Cameron 1:04:03

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In this episode of the Identity as a Center podcast, Jeff and Jim interview Andrew Cameron, Technical Fellow in Identity and Access Management at General Motors. The discussion covers the importance of speed and security in mission-critical automotive applications, the evolution and impact of identity standards, and the integration of modern identi…

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#332 - Sponsor Spotlight - IAMONES 1:01:10

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This episode is sponsored by IAMONES. Visit https://iamones.ai/idac to learn more. In this sponsored episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, Jim welcomes Andrea Rossi from IAMONES, an innovative conversational identity governance platform. They discuss the revolutionary approach IAMONES takes in simplifying identity and access management (IA…

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#331 - RSM & IDAC Present - Risk Management & Digital Identity with Matt Franko 1:09:12

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Join Jeff and Jim on the Identity at the Center podcast as they speak with Matt Franko, Principal at RSM, about the critical role of identity in cybersecurity. Matt discusses how risk management and digital identity intersect, providing insights into top attack vectors like phishing and weak passwords. They delve into the importance of strong ident…

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#330 - Mastering Group Management with Microsoft's David Johnson 50:47

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In this episode of the Identity at the Center Podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim dive deep into group management, AI, and organizational governance with David Johnson, Principal PM Architect at Microsoft. Join the conversation as David shares his extensive experience managing Microsoft 365, Entra, and SharePoint permissions, and provides best practices fo…

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#329 - Discovering Effective User Access Reviews with Stephen Washington 1:09:44

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In this episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim discuss the vital role of user access reviews, device identity, and the evolving landscape of Identity Access Management (IAM) with guest Stephen Washington, Head of IAM at Discover Financial. The conversation delves into regulatory compliance, the use of AI in IAM, and pract…

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#328 - Continuous Identity with Sean O’Dentity 1:01:14

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Jeff and guest co-host Sean O'Dell, an identity expert from Disney, discuss the importance of knowing and cleaning data to optimize identity and access management. They delve into topics like Shared Signals Framework (SSF) and Continuous Access Evaluation Profile (CAEP), and how these standards are paving the way for event-driven IAM. They also tou…

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#327 - Sponsor Spotlight - Andromeda Security 58:57

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This episode is sponsored by Andromeda Security. Learn more at https://www.andromedasecurity.com/idac⁠ Join Jeff and Jim on the Identity at the Center podcast as they chat with Ashish Shah, co-founder and Chief Product Officer of Andromeda Security. In this sponsored episode, Ashish dives deep into the importance of solving identity security proble…

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#326 - IAM in 2025 with Martin Kuppinger 1:04:58

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In this episode of the Identity at the Center podcast, hosts Jeff and Jim welcome Martin Kuppinger, Founder and Principal Analyst at KuppingerCole, for his fifth appearance. The discussion delves into the evolving intersection of AI and identity, emphasizing the critical need for reliable identity verification as technology advances. The conversati…