
CMMC Compliance Guide
Our experiences inspired the creation of The CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast and its accompanying resources. The podcast began as a way to share what we learned through real-world challenges—like helping that aerospace machine shop—and to provide accessible education for businesses navigating DoD cybersecurity requirements.
The CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast breaks down complex topics like NIST 800-171 and CMMC into actionable, easy-to-understand steps. Whether you’re a subcontractor struggling to meet compliance deadlines or a business owner looking to secure your supply chain, the guide offers practical advice to help you take control of your cybersecurity journey.
Podcasting since 2024 • 20 episodes
CMMC Compliance Guide
Latest Episodes
What You Missed at CEIC West 2025: CMMC Culture, AI Labeling, and Subcontractor Risks
Missed CEIC West 2025 in Las Vegas? We’ve got your insider recap. In this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide, Austin and Brooke break down the most critical insights defense contractors need to know—from Katie Arrington’s keyn...
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Episode 20
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51:51

How to Identify and Fix Your NIST 800-171 Weak Spots
Are you sure you're NIST 800-171 compliant? In this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast, Austin and Brooke break down the most overlooked NIST 800-171 requirements that continue to trip up DoD contractors—and what you c...
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Episode 19
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36:38

CMMC Day 2025 Recap: Key Takeaways, Real-World Mistakes & What SMBs Must Fix Now
Get the latest insider takeaways from CMMC Day 2025 straight from Washington D.C. In this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast, Brooke and Austin break down the most critical updates small and midsized businesses (SMBs) in...
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Episode 18
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56:52

Decoding NIST 800-171: Your Plain English Path to CMMC Level 2 Compliance
Feeling overwhelmed by CMMC compliance and NIST 800-171’s 110 controls? You’re not alone — but you don’t have to be stuck.In this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast, Brooke and Austin break down NIST 800-171 Rev...
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Episode 17
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59:20

How to Improve Your SPRS Score Before It Costs You Contracts
Is your SPRS score putting your DoD contracts at risk? In this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide, we break down exactly what the SPRS score is, why it matters, and how to improve it fast—before you lose out on federal work.Whether yo...
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Episode 16
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