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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