World Domination, the Process, and Gaining Real World Cyber Skills

What this episode covers

The unstoppable Tennisha Martin joins the show this week! The Executive Director of BlackGirlsHack [https://www.blackgirlshack.org/] digs into what it really takes to build diverse cybersecurity talent pipelines in today's challenging environment. George K and George A talk to Tennisha about: * How BGH is using AI and hands-on labs to teach real-world hacking skills * Why traditional education often falls short on practical cybersecurity training * The economic barriers keeping talented people out of tech careers *  Building sustainable nonprofit programs when traditional funding gets rocky Plus we dive into some raw talk about staying focused on the mission even when external pressures try to knock you off course. As Tennisha puts it: "Our mission hasn't changed just because the administration has changed. We're still training people, still getting folks certified, still building that workforce." Whether you're interested in cybersecurity education, diversity in tech, or nonprofit leadership, this episode has something for you. ——— 🇨🇦 We'll be setting the stage on fire with the opening keynote at SecureWorld Toronto on April 8th. And…we'll be closing out the show with our signature event, the Cyber Pitch Battle Royale! Use our exclusive discount codes to save on registration for SecureWorld Toronto [https://reg.unityeventsolutions.com/se/SWTOR2025/ATT/en-CA/start/Process.aspx]: * BKBTSWC1 $50 off - BKBT Conference Pass * BKBTSWO1 $50 off - BKBT Open Session Pass * BKBTSWP1 $75 off - BKBT Plus Pass Register to attend the Cyber Pitch Battle Royale here: https://lu.ma/of952b1f ———— 👊⚡️BECOME A SHOW SUPPORTER https://ko-fi.com/bareknucklesbrasstacks For as little as $1 a month, you can support the show and get exclusive member benefits, or send a one-time gift! Your contribution covers our hosting fees, helps us make cool events and swag, and it lets us know that what we're doing is of value to you. We appreciate you!