Navigating Cyber Risk

About Navigating Cyber Risk

Cyber risk resilience for executives. Hackers are winning and lawmakers are taking action with new cyber risk mandates. In an increasingly internet delivered world, new cyberlaws and regulations with steep sanctions have been levied against leaders unable to prove their reasonable governance of the data privacy and cybersecurity problems. With cyber threats evolving at an alarming pace, cyber risk awareness and governance is needed as compliance alone is no longer enough for all businesses. Gone are the days of dry, technical jargon. At Navigating Cyber Risk, we understand the importance of making cybersecurity governance relevant to the executive suite and the board, as they can be held personally responsible for when hackers succeed. Our podcast combines expert insights with captivating storytelling, ensuring each episode is both educational and entertaining. From intriguing case studies and methods to monetize cyber risks to deep dives into emerging technologies and governance regul...

Publisher

John Riley and George Usi

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

9 Mar 2023

Latest episode

21 Jan 2026

Latest episodes

52 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   21 Jan 2026

   Preparing For The Cyber Storm: Insights On Risk, Insurance, And Reputation With Awais Farooq

   Cyber risk is no longer just about firewalls and passwords—it’s about reputation, trust, and preparation in a world where AI can amplify threats. Awais Farooq, Head of Digital Claim Solutions, Catastrophe, & Contractor Connection in Canada for Crawford & Company, joins John Riley to unpack the evolving cyber risk landscape, from phishing scams and “Shadow AI” to the growing role of cyber insurance. He explains why reputational damage can outweigh financial loss, how organizations should prepare for cyber disasters, and why proving preparedness matters more than promises.

2. 

   18 Dec 2025

   Cyber Risk Vs. Cybersecurity: Preparing For AI Threats With Leopold Lueddemann

   Cybersecurity and cyber risk are evolving faster than most organizations can keep up with, and understanding the difference is critical for leaders today. John Riley speaks with Leopold “Lee” Lueddemann about how companies can analyze risk through the lens of threats and vulnerabilities, prioritize limited resources, and prepare for the “collision course” between privacy laws and artificial intelligence. Lee explains why CEOs must focus on compliance and liability reduction, shares emerging trends from AI-powered phishing to global IP concerns, and stresses the importance of advanced incident response planning. He also reflects on his career in privacy and IP law, his global travel adventures, and his latest project helping a museum protect its digital assets.

3. 

   21 Nov 2025

   Preparing For A Cyber Disaster With Peter Busam

   The risk of experiencing a cyber disaster these days is steadily increasing as technology evolves. Therefore, you must get ready for anything and do not let yourself be caught off guard. John Riley chats with Peter Busam, founder and CEO of Equilibrium Consulting, about the importance of crafting and designing your own disaster recovery plan to mitigate cyber risks and handle threats accordingly. He shares how his training as a Navy veteran allows him to nurture a well-disciplined culture of security in his own team. Peter also talks about using AI for better market data analysis and taking note of every bit of customer feedback to constantly improve cybersecurity measures.

Who has been a guest on Navigating Cyber Risk

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Ashwin Rangan
• Domingo Guerra
• Valerie Cobb

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

3 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 28 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

44

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32