The Security Circle
An IFPOD production for IFPO the very first security podcast called Security Circle. IFPO is the International Foundation for Protection Officers, and is an international security membership body that supports front line security professionals with learning and development, mental Health and wellbeing initiatives.
Episodes
133 episodes
EP 133 "No Smoke, No Mirrors": The Truth About Executive Protection - Direct, Honest, and on Point with Mac Segals Anti-Fluff Vibe
Summary🎙️ Podcast Bio Summary – Episode 133: Mac SegalIn this episode of The Security Circle, Yolanda is joined by Mac Segal, Founder and CEO of AHNA Group, for an unfiltered look at the world ...
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EP 132 Nicky Perfect: International Hostage & Crisis Negotiator, "How One Conversation Can Change Everything"
Nicky is an international hostage and crisis negotiator turned world renowned trainer and speaker. She spent 31 years as a Metropolitan police officer and the last 10 of those years as an international hostage and crisis nego...
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EP 131 Tim Wenzel on "Targeted: CEOs, Culture, and the Fallout We Didn't Predict'
🔑 Top Talking Points: “Targeted: CEOs, Culture, and the Fallout We Didn't Predict”The Assassination of Brian Thompson– Overview of the attack, public reaction, and why so little is known about the case – The tran...
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EP 130 The Hidden Muscle Every Leader Needs: Resilience with Rick Cudworth
“Resilience doesn’t stop you falling off the bike — it helps you get back on.”– Rick CudworthIn this powerful episode of The Security Circle, host Yolanda is joined by organizational resilience expert Rick Cudworth, w...
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Episode 130
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EP 129 Fearless and On the Record: Mark Ledlow’s Mindset Mission The Security Circle Meets The Fearless Mindset” — a Clash of two Podcast Powerhouses
🎙️ Podcast Summary:In this dynamic episode, Yolanda welcomes fellow podcast host and security entrepreneur Mark Ledlow, founder of Fearless Mindset and CEO of Ledlow Security Group. From humble beginning...
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Episode 129
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EP 127 Secrets for Sale: Inside the Shadowy World of Corporate Espionage with former British Intelligence Officer Gavin Stone
✍️ Short Podcast Summary:In this gripping episode of The Security Circle, former British intelligence officer Gavin Stone lifts the veil on the murky world of corporate espionage. From railgun leaks in Korea to bugs in bo...
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EP 128 "The Silent Language of Danger: Decoding Nonverbal Threats" with Gary Simpson Former Royal Marine Commando and Non-Verbal Communications Expert
🕵️‍♂️ From war zones to waiting rooms — how behavioural cues, atmospheric shifts, and body language reveal hidden threats and emotions.🔍 What do pickpockets, Taliban operatives, and salespeople have in common?...
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EP 126 'Built for the Worst Day': A Life in Crisis Leadership with Craig Foster Chairman of The Asia Crisis & Security Group
BIOCraig Foster : Head of Corporate Real Estate, Safety & Security, Crisis Management & Resilience at Grab Craig is a member of Grab’s senior management team and leads real estate & facilities, safet...
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EP 125 Stu Bratt - 'Tough Enough to Talk' for Mental Health Week
🎧 Episode Summary: “Tough Enough to Talk”In this deeply moving and candid conversation, host Yolanda Hamblen sits down with Stu Bratt—a military veteran, engineer, and founder of Tough Enough to Care, a mental health char...
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EP 124 From Guantanamo to the Boardroom: Lena Sisco the no. 11 Body Language Expert: Building Trust During Interrogation, Not Fear
🎙️ Podcast Summary:In this compelling episode, Yolanda sits down with Lena Sisco — former Department of Defense interrogator, bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and body language expert. Lena shares her extraordinary and unexpected...
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EP 123 Alex Bomberg: Bugging, Bribery, and Battle Scars: Tales from the Shadows
Get ready for an adrenaline-charged deep dive into the world of espionage with Alex Bomberg — from army life and corporate spying to the psychology of secrets. Alex shares jaw-dropping stories, career lessons, and why the real battlefield today...
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EP 122 From Marine to Mentor: The Jonathan Perillo Code
Summary of Episode:🎙️ Episode Summary: Jonathan Perillo on Purpose, Mentorship, and the Evolving Security IndustryIntroduction & Background Jonathan shares his journey from joining the U.S. Marines post-...
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Episode 122
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EP 121 The Pretender: A Cops Descent into the Criminal Underworld. How One Under Cover Police Officer Risked Everything
Podcast Talking Points – Neil Woods EpisodeA raw look inside the life of an undercover cop: Neil Woods recounts his years infiltrating dangerous drug gangs across the UK, living double lives and navigating high-stakes ...
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EP 120 Presidents, Protection & Purpose: Inside the U.S. Secret Service with Michael R. Centrella
Exciting Topics Covered in the Michael Centrella Podcast🛡️ What it really means to serve in the U.S. Secret Service🇺🇸 Protecting Presidents, foreign dignitaries, and global events...
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EP 119 Daniel Garnham, Founder of the Security Federation on Guarding the Guardians: The Fight for Security Workers' Rights
Daniel Garnham• 20 years as a UK police cyber detective and digital trainer.• Lead implementor and auditor on ISO27001 cyber security standard.• International speaker in cybercrime, cyber security and digital forensics....
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EP118 Joe McDonald on Security, Strategy & Staying Ahead Through the Power of Learning
Podcast Episode Summary: Joe McDonald on Security, Training, and Thinking Outside the BoxThis week on the Security Circle Podcast, we’re joined by the incredible Joe McDonald—a man whose career spans from growing up ...
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Episode 118
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55:05
EP 117 Pauline Norstrom CEO Anekanta "Fact-Checking is Dead: Can We Still Trust Social Media?"
Podcast Summary: Security Circle Podcast with Pauline NorstromOverviewIn this episode of the Security Circle Podcast, host Yolanda welcomes back Pauline Norstrom, CEO of Anacanta Consulting, for a second appearance. ...
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Episode 117
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EP 116 Presilience® in Business: Making Risk an Opportunity with Dr Gavriel Schneider
Podcast Summary: Interview with Dr. Gavriel Schneider on Presilience and Risk ManagementIn this podcast, Dr. Gavriel Schneider discusses the concept of Presilience, a proactive approach to risk and resilience. He contrasts ...
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Episode 116
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EP 115 The 'Women In Security' Documentary Special for International Women's Day 2025
For media inquiries and sponsorship opportunities, please contact:Richard Ticho, Executive Producer of The WOMEN IN SECURITY Documentarycontact@womeninsecuritydocume...
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Episode 115
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EP 114 The Security Mindset: Protecting, Teaching, and Innovating with Christopher Stitt: Founder of CrisisLead,LLC
Christopher Stitt, CEO of CrisisLead, LLCChristopher Stitt founded CrisisLead, LLC, in 2023, leveraging over 25 years of expertise in converged security, risk management, crisis leadership, and organizational development. Through ...
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EP 113 Matt Todd, Hostage Negotiator. "Words That Save Lives: The Power of Tactical Listening"
In this episode of the Security Circle podcast, host Yolanda interviews Matt Todd, a seasoned hostage negotiator with 30 years of experience in the police force. Matt shares insights into the world of hostage and crisis negotiation, discussing ...
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Episode 113
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EP 112 IFPO CEO, Sandi Davies and ASIS CEO, Bill Tenney: A Powerful Alliance: Security Membership Leaders on "Elevating Security Standards"
BIO Sandi DaviesAs Chief Executive Officer of the International Foundation for Protection Officers it is my intention to meet and exceed the goals and objectives of this organization. Developing and making available the best security edu...
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EP 111 Manya Chylinski: Boston Marathon Bombing Survivor: The Cost Of Surviving A Crisis And The Human Impact Of Other Workplace Traumas
BIOManya Chylinski is a consultant who helps organizations build compassionate, mentally healthy workplaces that support well-being and resilience. Drawing from her experience as a survivor of the Boston Marathon bombings, Manya speciali...
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Episode 111
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55:53
EP 110 "Mad or Bad? The Psychology of Crime: Consultant & Forensic Psychologist and Sunday Times Best Selling Author Kerry Daynes
Kerry Daynes is one of the UK’s best known and well-respected psychologists and, as a Registered Forensic Psychologist, worked frontline in her field for over thirty years. Her remarkable career has involved everything from shoplifter...
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Episode 110
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EP 109 Tom Vazdar: Why Cyber Security & Geo-Politics are Intrinsically Linked
Tom Vazdar is a renowned expert in cybersecurity and artificial intelligence, as well as the founder of Riskoria Advising & Professional Services LLC, where he supports organizations in integrating AI, managing risks, and safeguarding data....
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Episode 109
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