Structurally Sound - Institute for Homeland Security

Michael Aspland, Grant Threatt, and Marcus Funk

Structurally Sound is a podcast produced by the Institute for Homeland Security (IHS) at Sam Houston State University. The podcast will be a game-changer for small to medium-sized businesses looking for the latest best practices in security and resilience. We want to inspire professionals like you to help you achieve your goals. New episodes are available on first and third Mondays each month! read less

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Don't Shut Up, Nerd: Staying Ahead of Emerging Technology in Critical Infrastructure

Don't Shut Up, Nerd: Staying Ahead of Emerging Technology in Critical Infrastructure

Artificial intelligence, blockchains, quantum computing - complex emerging technologies promise to reshape critical infrastructure in the coming years. We're joined by Nick Reese, an emerging technology entrepreneur, and Robert Crane, a project manager at IHS, for strategies on embracing new tech while staying one step ahead.Enter promo code PODCAST for free enrollment in the Emerging Technology for Critical Infrastructure online course.Additional credits for this episode: The Funk Bot created using PlayHT generative audio software. Funky Uplifting Beat background music created by Underground Studios and purchased on Pond5.

Don't Shut Up, Nerd: Staying Ahead of Emerging Technology in Critical Infrastructure

Don't Shut Up, Nerd: Staying Ahead of Emerging Technology in Critical Infrastructure

Artificial intelligence, blockchains, quantum computing - complex emerging technologies promise to reshape critical infrastructure in the coming years. We're joined by Nick Reese, an emerging technology entrepreneur, and Robert Crane, a project manager at IHS, for strategies on embracing new tech while staying one step ahead.Enter promo code PODCAST for free enrollment in the Emerging Technology for Critical Infrastructure online course.Additional credits for this episode: The Funk Bot created using PlayHT generative audio software. Funky Uplifting Beat background music created by Underground Studios and purchased on Pond5.

Structurally Sound - Out of Tragedy Comes Purpose EP3

Structurally Sound - Out of Tragedy Comes Purpose EP3

Robert Crane joins Structurally Sound and recounts early influences that shaped his career toward critical infrastructure. We also talk about his experiences with the Coast Guard and DHS and consider the vulnerabilities of overreliance on GPS.

Structurally Sound - Managing Risks & Building Relationships EP2

Structurally Sound - Managing Risks & Building Relationships EP2

Gray Wars, Digital Privateers and Inter-Generational Collaboration: Reflections on the IHS Thought Leaders Conference How can businesses manage risks and build relationships in an era of global cybersecurity risks, potential gray wars and mistrust between industry and government? A recent IHS Thought Leaders Conference tackled that question. Mike and Grant reflect on the conference with Dr. Nadav Morag, chair of the department of security studies at Sam Houston State and former senior director at Israel's National Security Council, and Scott McHugh, IHS program executive for the private sector.

Structurally sound - Insight into the Gaza Crisis EP1

Structurally sound - Insight into the Gaza Crisis EP1

The Structurally Sound team chats with Dr. Nadav Morag and Scott McHugh about the unfolding crisis in Gaza. Dr. Morag is chair of security studies at Sam Houston State University and a former captain in the Israeli Defense Force; Scott McHugh is a program executive at the Institute for Homeland Security and a longtime expert on public and private intelligence and security.

Structurally Sound - The IHS Origin Story EP0

Structurally Sound - The IHS Origin Story EP0

Welcome to Structurally Sound. In this episode we meet our hosts, Michael Aspland, Grant Threatt, and Marcus Funk. Michael and Grant recount the beginnings of the Institute for Homeland Security at Sam Houston State and introduce listeners to the podcast.