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The Bare Metal Cyber CRISC Audio Course is your complete, exam-focused companion for mastering the Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) certification. Built for IT and cybersecurity professionals, this Audio Course transforms ISACA’s CRISC domains into clear, structured, and practical lessons that make complex risk concepts approachable and actionable. Each episode covers essential areas such as risk governance, IT risk assessment, risk response and reporting, and control monitoring—delivering the insight and structure you need to succeed. Whether you’re studying on ...

This Week in History is a podcast dedicated to American military history, exploring the battles, leaders, decisions, and defining moments that took place during the same week in years past. Each episode revisits a specific point on the calendar to examine how military events helped shape the United States, its armed forces, and the broader course of history. From the Revolution and the Civil War to the world wars, Korea, Vietnam, the Global War on Terror, and beyond, the podcast brings listeners back to the events that tested courage, demanded leadership, and changed the nation. The focus ...

The Bare Metal Cyber CISA Audio Course is your complete, exam-focused companion for mastering the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification. Designed for IT auditors, security professionals, and governance specialists, this comprehensive Audio Course transforms the ISACA exam blueprint into over one hundred clear, structured, and engaging episodes. Each lesson delivers practical explanations and real-world context across all five CISA domains—ranging from audit processes and IT governance to systems acquisition, operations, resilience, and information asset protection. ...

The Bare Metal Cyber CISM Audio Course is your comprehensive, exam-focused audio companion for mastering the Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification. Designed to guide aspiring security leaders through all four domains of the CISM exam, this prepcast translates complex risk, governance, and incident response concepts into clear, structured, and easy-to-follow episodes. Whether you're transitioning from a technical role or already managing security programs, the series offers over 70 expertly crafted sessions to reinforce key principles, strengthen exam readiness, and ...

The A+ Audio Course is your full-spectrum audio study guide for the CompTIA A+ certification (Core 1 and Core 2). Whether you're brand new to IT or brushing up before exam day, this Audio Course breaks down every topic in the official exam objectives into clear, structured, and accessible episodes. Each lesson focuses on what matters most, helping you understand, retain, and apply essential IT concepts—from hardware and networking to operating systems, security, troubleshooting, and professional procedures. The CompTIA A+ certification is the industry’s foundational credential for ...

The CYSA+ Audio Course is your complete, exam-focused companion for mastering the CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CYSA+) certification. Designed for learners who are always on the move, this Audio Course transforms the official exam objectives into clear, structured, and easy-to-follow lessons. Each episode helps you understand, retain, and apply key cybersecurity analysis skills—covering threat detection, vulnerability management, security architecture, and incident response. Whether you’re studying during your commute, exercising, or reviewing between shifts, every session is crafted to ...

Welcome to Bare Metal Cyber, the podcast that bridges cybersecurity and education in a way that’s engaging, informative, and practical. Hosted by Dr. Jason Edwards, a seasoned cybersecurity expert and educator, this weekly podcast brings to life the insights, tips, and stories from his widely-read LinkedIn articles. Each episode dives into pressing cybersecurity topics, real-world challenges, and actionable advice to empower professionals, educators, and learners alike. Whether navigating the complexities of cyber defense or looking for ways to integrate cybersecurity into education, Bare ...

This DataX DY0-001 PrepCast is an exam-focused, audio-first course designed to train analytical judgment rather than rote memorization, guiding you through the full scope of the CompTIA DataX exam exactly the way the test expects you to think. The course builds from statistical and mathematical foundations into exploratory analysis, feature design, modeling, machine learning, and business integration, with each episode reinforcing how to interpret scenarios, recognize constraints, select defensible methods, and avoid common traps such as leakage, metric misuse, and misaligned objectives. ...

Cybersecurity is more than tools and threats — it’s the people who choose this path, and I’d love to hear how you found yours. Suppose you’re a student, early-career professional, veteran, career changer, or seasoned practitioner. In that case, you’re invited to share your story for a short, relaxed conversation that will be featured across Bare Metal Cyber channels. Use the form below to tell me a bit about your background, where you are in your journey, and what you’d like to talk about, and I’ll follow up to schedule an interview. Every path into cyber is different, and yours ...

Uniform: Stories of Service is a Trackpads.com podcast devoted to the lived experience of military life. Each episode features a veteran sharing what service looked and felt like from their side of the formation – the training, the day-to-day routines, the small moments with their unit, the deployments, and the quiet stretches in between. These are not scripted histories or celebrity profiles; they are real stories, told in plain language, that capture what it means to wear the uniform in any branch, job, or era. Developed by Trackpads.com and aligned with Dispatch: U.S. Military History ...

Welcome to The Bare Metal Cyber CISSP Audio Course—your comprehensive companion for mastering the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification. Built for serious cybersecurity professionals and aspiring leaders alike, this Audio Course transforms the eight domains of the CISSP Common Body of Knowledge into clear, structured, and engaging lessons you can learn anytime, anywhere. Each episode blends real-world context, expert insight, and exam-focused explanations to help you understand not just what to study, but how to think like a security professional. Whether ...

This audio-only CSSLP prep course is built for busy security professionals who want to study anywhere, without a screen. Across 70 tightly focused episodes, you’ll walk the full Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional exam blueprint, from requirements and architecture to implementation, testing, operations, and supply chain risk. Each episode is structured as a guided journey: clear concepts, concrete examples, pitfalls to avoid, and quick mental rehearsals you can follow along with in real time. You’ll hear practical takes on exam strategy, secure design principles, SDLC ...

Dispatch: U.S. Military History Magazine isn’t just something you read—it’s something you can listen to and experience. The Dispatch audio editions bring the print magazine to life in narrated form, so you can follow America’s military story on your commute, in the workshop, at the gym, or whenever you want history in your ears. Every episode is built from the same research-driven articles you’ll find on Trackpads.com, but voiced and paced for audio, so the details of a battle, a biography, or a weapon system feel vivid and easy to follow.

The Bare Metal Cyber CCISO Audio Course is your complete, executive-level training companion for mastering the Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO) certification. Built for experienced cybersecurity professionals and strategic leaders, this Audio Course delivers over seventy focused episodes covering every domain, concept, and competency area tested on the official EC-Council exam. From governance, risk, and compliance to strategic planning, vendor oversight, and technical control management, each episode provides structured, exam-aligned instruction that bridges theory with ...

The Project+ Audio Course is a complete, on-demand learning series built around the CompTIA Project+ (PK0-005) certification exam objectives. Each episode transforms key project management concepts into clear, practical, and easy-to-follow lessons you can absorb anytime, anywhere. Covering topics such as project life cycles, scheduling, budgeting, communication, risk management, and IT governance, this Audio Course helps you develop the knowledge and confidence to lead and support projects effectively. Whether you’re an IT professional managing technical initiatives or a newcomer learning ...

THIS is the podcast you have been looking for! "Doc Discussions" are just what the title says they are: physicians from a wide range of specialties, talking about relevant, up-to-date medical topics, not to mention tips on habits to help you live your best life. Your host, Jason Edwards, MD, is a board-certified radiation oncologist with a PhD in cellular and integrative physiology at St. Luke's Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Edwards explores not only diseases but also suggests techniques to optimize mental and physical health for a long and good life. Real people. Real advice. Real ...

Certified - Security+ 701 is your completely free audio companion for mastering the CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 certification exam. Developed by BareMetalCyber.com, this immersive Audio Course transforms every domain of the official exam objectives into clear, practical, and exam-ready lessons you can learn anywhere—whether commuting, exercising, or studying at home. Each episode delivers focused explanations, real-world examples, and proven study strategies designed to build confidence and help you pass on your first attempt. Structured for busy professionals and new learners alike, the ...

Beyond the Call: Medal of Honor Stories is a podcast dedicated to sharing the incredible true stories of the bravest soldiers, sailors, airmen, and Marines in American history. Each episode dives deep into the acts of extraordinary heroism that earned these individuals the Medal of Honor, the highest military award for valor in the United States. From the battlefields of the American Civil War to modern conflicts, we explore the battles they fought, the impossible decisions they made under fire, and the lasting impact of their courage. Whether they made the ultimate sacrifice or continued to ...

Mastering Cybersecurity is your narrated audio guide to the essential building blocks of digital protection. Each 10–15 minute episode turns complex security concepts into clear, practical lessons you can apply right away—no jargon, no fluff. From passwords and phishing to encryption and network defense, every topic is designed to strengthen your understanding and confidence online. Whether you’re new to cybersecurity or refreshing your knowledge, this series makes learning simple, smart, and surprisingly engaging. And want more? Check out the book at BareMetalCyber.com!

Step into the world of military history and strategy with Trackpads. This weekly podcast transforms insightful articles into engaging audio episodes, making it easier than ever to learn about the military, history, and beyond, wherever you are. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a military aficionado, or just curious about the stories and lessons behind the action, Trackpads delivers a compelling mix of education and entertainment. Listen on the go and stay connected to the past, present, and future of the military.