CCN Conversations

CCN Conversations

Canadian Cybersecurity Network

Episodes 24
Avg. Duration 19m
Activity Highly Active
Since Dec 2025
Latest Episode Jun 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
97%
Hosting
feeds.captivate.fm

About This Podcast

CCN Conversations is the official podcast of the Canadian Cybersecurity Network, created to bring real voices and real experience directly to the cybersecurity community. Hosted by Francois Guay, founder of CCN, each episode opens the door to the people who are shaping how Canada protects, innovates, and grows. This show brings you candid conversations with practitioners, CISOs, founders, researchers, builders, and rising talent from Canada and beyond. You will hear honest insight and stories that cut through noise and focus on what truly matters in security and technology today. Whether you want to understand how modern security programs operate, learn what it takes to grow a cyber business, stay ahead of fast moving threats, or build a career that can thrive in a world of constant change, this is where you begin. Welcome to the conversation.

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Recent Episodes

Digital Trust, AI, and the Future of Cybersecurity with Amisha Parikh

Jun 09, 2026 15m

In this episode of CCN Conversations, host Francois Guay speaks with Amisha Parikh, Vice President of Product Management, Cyber Intelligence Solutions at Mastercard.Amisha shares her journey into…

Building Resilient Security Cultures with Tim McCreight

Jun 02, 2026 22m

In this episode of CCN Conversations, host Francois Guay speaks with Tim McCreight, CEO and Founder of TaleCraft Security.With more than four decades in the security industry, Tim shares insights…

Why Governance Matters More Than Ever in the Age of AI with Shruti Mukherjee

May 26, 2026 24m

In this episode of CCN Conversations, host Francois Guay speaks with Shruti Mukherjee, Director of GRC, about the growing importance of governance, risk, and compliance in today’s rapidly evolving…

From Game Console Hacking to Cybersecurity Consulting with William Mailhot

May 19, 2026 13m

In this episode of CCN Conversations, host François Guay speaks with William Mailhot about his unconventional path into cybersecurity and how curiosity, hands-on learning, and persistence shaped his…

From Adversity to Impact: Building a Cybersecurity Career and Community with Jason McKeen

May 12, 2026 16m

In this episode of CCN Conversations, host Francois Guay speaks with Jason McKeen, Founder of BlackSwan Cyber Group.Jason shares a deeply personal and powerful story of resilience, from overcoming a…

Digital Trust and the Future of Payments with Pamela Draper and Paul Twigg

May 05, 2026 24m

In this episode of CCN Conversations, host Francois Guay speaks with Pamela Draper, President of Digital Commerce Payments, and Paul Twigg, Chief Technology Officer at Digital Commerce…

From OT to AI: A Non Linear Cybersecurity Journey | Junior Williams

Apr 28, 2026 25m

In this episode of CCN Conversations, host François Guay speaks with Junior Williams about his unconventional journey into cybersecurity and the lessons learned along the way.From early exposure to…

Rethinking Cybersecurity: Moving Beyond Fear to Risk and Leadership with Michelle Balderson

Apr 21, 2026 21m

Cybersecurity is often driven by urgency and fear. But is that the right approach?In this episode of CCN Conversations, François Guay speaks with Michelle Balderson about her journey through the…

Why Quantum Will Reshape Cybersecurity Sooner Than We Think with Bruno Couillard

Apr 15, 2026 26m

In this episode of CCN Conversations, host Francois Guay speaks with Bruno Couillard, CEO and Co-Founder of Crypto4A Technologies.Bruno shares the origin story behind Crypto4A and the mission to…

From Non-Technical to Cybersecurity: Sophia Kudlyk’s Journey

Apr 07, 2026 15m

In this episode of CCN Conversations, host Francois Guay speaks with Sophia Kudlyk about her journey into cybersecurity and what it really takes to break into the industry today.Sophia shares her…

From Cold War to AI: A Cybersecurity Perspective with David Masson

Apr 01, 2026 24m

In this episode of CCN Conversations, host Francois Guay speaks with David Masson of Darktrace.With decades of experience spanning from early computer network exploitation to today’s AI driven…

Why Trust Is the Foundation of Cybersecurity and Manufacturing with Jayson Myers

Mar 24, 2026 20m

In this episode of CCN Conversations, host Francois Guay speaks with Jayson Myers, CEO of Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen).Jayson shares insights from his experience leading one of…

From English Lit to Cybersecurity Founder with Tracey Nyholt

Mar 17, 2026 12m

In this episode of CCN Conversations, host Francois Guay sits down with Tracey Nyholt, founder and CEO of TechJutsu.Tracey shares her unconventional path into cybersecurity, beginning with an English…

Curiosity, Community, and Creating Opportunity in Cybersecurity with Julien Richard

Mar 10, 2026 17m

In this episode of CCN Conversations, host Francois Guay speaks with Julien Richard, Vice President of Information Security at Lastwall.Julien shares his journey into cybersecurity more than two…

Networking, AI, and the Reality of Getting Hired in Cybersecurity with Anthony Green

Mar 03, 2026 26m

In this episode of CCN Conversations, host Francois Guay sits down with Anthony Green, CISO Consultant, Educator, and Founder of Green Hat Security.Anthony shares his journey from building computers…

Human-Centric Cybersecurity Awareness with Roberto Ishmael Pennino

Feb 24, 2026 15m

In this episode of CCN Conversations, host Francois Guay sits down with Roberto Ishmael Pennino to explore the power of human-centric cybersecurity.Roberto shares his unconventional journey from…

Collaboration, Community, and Cyber Resilience with Jennifer Quaid

Feb 17, 2026 14m

In this episode of CCN Conversations, host Francois Guay speaks with Jennifer Quaid, Executive Director of the Canadian Cyber Threat Exchange (CCTX).Jennifer shares her unconventional path into…

Cyber Risk, Privacy, and Accountability with Alexandre Blanc

Feb 10, 2026 33m

In this episode of CCN Conversations, host Francois Guay speaks with Alexandre Blanc, a cybersecurity and privacy leader with more than 25 years of experience across IT, security, and incident…

Cyber Resilience, Talent, and Building Community with Farzia Khan

Feb 03, 2026 14m

In this episode of CCN Conversations, host Francois Guay sits down with Farzia Khan, Senior Manager of Information Security at TD Bank, where she leads enterprise-wide cyber resiliency…

Building Malware Skills and Community with Neumann Lim

Jan 27, 2026 14m

In this episode of CCN Conversations, host Francois Guay sits down with Neumann Lim, Manager of Cybersecurity at Odlum Brown and founder of Malware Village.Neumann shares his path into cybersecurity,…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does CCN Conversations have?

CCN Conversations has published 24 episodes since December 2025, covering topics in Business, Entrepreneurship.

Is CCN Conversations still active?

CCN Conversations is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 19m.

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