The Circuit Magazine Podcast

In this episode of The Circuit Magazine Podcast, we sit down with Mark Ledlow — founder of the Fearless Mindset Podcast and Ledlow Security Group — to talk about storytelling for the protector. The security profession has a visibility problem. Too many...

Executive Protection can no longer be treated as a purely physical discipline. In this episode, Phelim and Shaun are joined by Jason Bolwell, Global Executive Protection Manager at BP, to explore how AI is reshaping the threat landscape for senior lead...

Why is networking such an enduring topic for the protector community? Are we doing it 'right' and what does that actually look like? We are delighted to welcome John Morrison back to the Circuit Magazine podcast to look at key takeaways for the protect...

What if convergence wasn't a single security professional but an interoperable partnership? We are delighted to speak with Toro Solution's Cyber lead Katie Barnett and Physical and Corporate Security Lead Gavin Wilson on their amazing partnership and c...

Reading Between the Lines: Gary Simpson on Silent Signals That Could Save Lives What if the difference between life and death for your principal came down to a subtle shift in body language you almost missed? In this explosive episode, former military ...

Do you know who you are and why you do what you do? Knowing oneself is essential for protectors, especially as they transition from military or law enforcement to the private security sector. Many professionals might believe they understand their ident...

Are all Principals open to being educated by their protector? We are delighted to welcome Hector Robles Conde back to the Circuit Magazine Podcast for the second time to explore: What does effective principal training look like? Should the first approa...

Where do you know them from? For many it might be an occasional irritation but for 'Super Recognizers' never forgetting a face is a profession. We are delighted to speak with Kelly Desborough, founder of Face Detect and actual Super Recognizer to ask: ...

We are delighted to catch up with incoming ASIS International EP Chair Kevin Palacios to look at priorities for the coming year and also explore his wealth of regional experience. Join us as we ask: What career pathways are available for EP within the ...

Professionally, you might be doing the 'correct' thing but is it the right thing in the eyes of UHNW parents? You're the protector and not the nanny but you still need to gain compliance and cooperation when protecting children. And so it was a pleasur...

What if the modernization of EP is more about the protector themselves and less about the type of service offered? Following the last four years we have seen a push to include more desk based intelligence services but can anything replace the 'last ten...

Are Master's degrees designed for your employment prospects or personal fulfilment? This week, we’re joined by Craig Smith from Minerva Elite Performance, who shares his thoughts on the importance and value of higher education within the security indus...

Operating in Asia requires a cultural appreciation not just of your destination but of how you will be perceived in that geography. In this episode, our guest is Oliver JT Laurence, Director of Operations at I-OnAsia, headquartered in Hong Kong. We exp...

In this episode of the Circuit Magazine podcast, Armando Leon, Senior Manager of Security Infrastructure Protection at Washington Metropolitan Area Transport Authority, and Jonathan Pirillo, Manager of Security and Life Safety at Munich Re, discuss the...

In this episode, we deep-dive into the dynamic theme of Integrated Training and how this innovative approach is revolutionizing the way security professionals operate. Discover why mastering both the digital battleground and the physical frontline is n...

If they asked you, would you stab your boss? Even if you were confident they were wearing the latest in body armour and it was just a demonstration? Today's podcast guest Colin MacKinnon has demonstrated the benefit of effective body armour on several ...

Instead of a single super-security specialist, is the EP firm the home of convergence because as a business any service can be bundled or offered through a partnership? In this edition of the Circuit Magazine podcast, Shaun and Phelim speak with Andrew...

If your client is driving a Bugatti Veyron around the streets of London how can you, as a protector, deter threats, protect them from attacks and accidents, and provide a nimble safety blanket that can keep pace with a supercar? Welcome to the world of...

Why does the pinnacle in EP Standards still elude us? Why are standards a contentious issue? Hot on the heels of the recent BEPP Executive Protection Operations Conference in Kansas City we are very pleased to bring you key takeaways from James Cameron...

Does being 'Grey' mean you keep your opinions to yourself until someone is in danger? Does being 'Grey' mean not compromising OpSec at all times? What about keeping the Principal 'Grey'? We took the 'Grey Professional' in some fascinating directions at...

Where does the EP entourage stop? The family office? A K9 Asset? If the edge cannot be concretely defined is everyone a potential partner? This week we are delighted to welcome a great friend of the Podcast and Magazine Frank Cannon, Founder, Cannon As...

You might have overhead a few UHNW business conversations in your time but has it given you real 'intelligence'? This week we are very pleased to welcome Dr Treston Wheat, Red-teamer and Critical Thinker to the Circuit Magazine Podcast to ask: What is ...

You might have a good grasp of your principal's threat footprint but how much do you know about them as a current or prospective client? When do you need to call in legal or investigative help for due diligence? What are the worst case scenarios you mi...

Protectors might have an inclination to rush towards danger but what implications do active shooter incidents have for EP operations and protecting your principal? We are delighted to welcome Michael Julian, founder ALIVE Active Shooter Training to dis...

How can protectors get 'left of boom'? Is it even their job to collect pre-incident indicators? This week we are delighted to welcome Rick Shaw, CEO of Awareity to the Circuit Magazine Podcast to ask: Is every Protector a 'Sensor' which should gather p...