HSDF THE PODCAST

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum  Our panel unpack the two levers that change everything: faster acquisition and specialized training. Gear that works in rugged border terrain must be ready for stadium perimeters and complex RF environments, and it has to arrive...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum  The threat isn’t arriving someday; it’s already overhead. We pull back the curtain on how cartels are adapting small UAS tactics, what we’re seeing at the border in real time, and why chasing point solutions is a losing game. In...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum  From 10,800 apprehensions to record lows a few months later - Deputy Chief Slosar walks through the policies that shape the flow, tech that expands domain awareness, and people who deliver law enforcement outcomes where it count...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum  Goods don’t talk, but the data around them does—and that’s where the real border work begins. We take you inside how Customs and Border Protection secures modern commerce by pairing AI with seasoned human judgment to spot risky...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum  Trade just got harder, faster, and far more granular—and we’re on the hook to make it work at the border. With a surge of White House trade actions and hundreds of new tariff lines, the old duty math has evolved into a puzzle of...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum  What does it take to bring biometrics, non intrusive inspection tech, and AI to 328 ports of entry, hundreds of facilities, and far flung checkpoints you don’t even own? We pull back the curtain on modernization that works in th...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum  Billions in new funding can change an agency—or break it. We sit down with CBP leaders to unpack how a seismic investment is being translated into real capabilities for the frontline: smarter hiring, better facilities, modern ve...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum CBP Deputy Commissioner Modlin unpacks a rare moment of control at the border—and the ripple effects that follow. The conversation moves from raw field stats to strategic shifts, tracing how unprecedented removals, tighter intern...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum   Federal cybersecurity leaders discuss how they're measuring security outcomes beyond tool deployment, focusing on operational metrics like meantime to detect, respond, and recover. The panel shares insights on industry-gov...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum   Defense cybersecurity leaders discuss lessons learned from recent major cyber events and initiatives to transform outdated security processes. Government agencies are working to improve operational collaboration, speed up softw...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum   In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the complex world of cybersecurity oversight, revealing the delicate balance between streamlining CISA's operations and preserving its essential capabilities. This candid conver...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum   In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the complex world of cybersecurity oversight, revealing the delicate balance between streamlining CISA's operations and preserving its essential capabilities. This candid conver...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum The clock is ticking on America's cybersecurity infrastructure. With just 69 days until the Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act (CISA) of 2015 expires, congressional leaders are navigating a critical juncture for our natio...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum What's holding federal agencies back from fully embracing AI? This revealing panel discussion cuts through the complexity of technology adoption in government, showcasing how different agencies are navigating the delicate ba...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum The complex dance between government agencies and industry partners takes center stage in this revealing conversation with homeland security leaders. Rather than a transactional vendor-customer dynamic, these officials are seekin...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum The cybersecurity landscape is undergoing radical transformation, with artificial intelligence reshaping both attack vectors and defense strategies. This eye-opening discussion brings together experts from the FBI, HSI, CISA, and...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum   Artificial intelligence is radically transforming both cybersecurity threats and the government's response capabilities. This candid conversation with leaders from CISA, FBI Cyber Division, Homeland Security Investigations...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum   The federal procurement ecosystem stands at a crossroads of transformation, with sweeping changes to regulations, business processes, and technology integration reshaping how government and industry work together. This engaging...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum   Acquisition veterans Soraya Correa and Nina Ferraro bring unparalleled wisdom to the revolutionary FAR overhaul transforming federal procurement. Drawing from their combined 80+ years of experience and leadership at the Departm...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum The discussion continues focusing on how protecting children online requires collective action and strategic partnerships. The Department of Homeland Security's "Know to Protect" campaign represents a groundbreakin...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum   This eye-opening conversation unveils the alarming reality of online child exploitation and the innovative response being mounted by the Department of Homeland Security. The panel reveals how cyber tips reporting potential expl...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum Our panel of experts tackle one of their most pressing challenges: how to effectively sift through massive volumes of data flowing between CBP, TSA, and ICE to extract actionable intelligence while protecting privacy. They discus...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum Technology is revolutionizing how we secure our borders and facilitate legitimate travel, transforming the entire homeland security landscape. Our panel of leaders from CBP and DHS Science & Technology reveal this evolution a...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum   In this episode, our panel discusses the transformation of criminal cartels into designated terrorist organizations and the implications, bilateral agreements signed by Panama and China during a 5-year period, and Chinese &quot...

Welcome to “HSDF THE PODCAST,” a collection of policy discussions on government technology and homeland security brought to you by the Homeland Security and Defense Forum In this episode, General Laura Richardson (Ret.) pulls back the curtain on the complex geopolitical chess game happening in our own hemisphere. Drawing from her distinguished 40-year military career, including command of US South...