The 30 Minute Hour™

Hosted by Eric Twiggs and Ted Fells

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The 30 Minute Hour is a top-ranked leadership podcast for CEOs and senior executives operating at the highest level. Each episode features candid conversations with leaders across business, technology, and government—revealing how they think, lead, and execute in high-stakes environments. Listeners gain practical insights on driving results and scaling impact, while guests expand their influence and connect with other decision-makers. If you’re responsible for outcomes—not just activity—this podcast gives you the edge.

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June 12, 202654 min

🔐#422 -- The Cybersecurity Secrets of a 3-Time Global CISO

What can 40 years on the front lines of cybersecurity teach today's leaders? 🤔Join us as James Gorman—3-time Top Global CISO, former Navy cryptographer, and CEO of Hard2Hack—reveals the biggest security mistakes organizations make, how AI is changing the threat landscape, and what every CEO needs to know to stay protected. 🚀💻⚡ Real-world insights.⚡ Practical strategies.⚡ No theory—just what works.🎧 Download and subscribe to The 30 Minute Hour Podcast!PS.🎥 Want to reach more people without creating more content?We use StreamYard to power The 30 Minute Hour Podcast. Stream live to Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and other social media platforms simultaneously—all from one place.👉 Check it out here: https://bit.ly/30minutehour#Cybersecurity #AI #Leadership #CISO #Technology #BusinessLeadership #The30MinuteHourPodcast

June 5, 202642 min

#421-- 🎯 The CEO Playbook for Turning AI Into Global Revenue

Most leaders are experimenting with AI… 🤖very few are turning it into real global revenue 💰🌍In this episode of The 30 Minute Hour, we sit down with Bryan Murphy, CEO of Smartling, the AI translation platform trusted by brands like Verizon, DoorDash, and Marriott. 🏆With 20+ years scaling companies—including leadership roles at eBay—Bryan breaks down the CEO playbook for using AI to expand into new markets, reach more customers, and drive measurable revenue growth 📈If you’re serious about turning AI from a buzzword into a competitive advantage… ⚡this is the episode you can’t afford to miss 🎧🔥PS.⚠️ Most Experts Stay Invisible Because They Never Create Content.If you want more influence, more opportunities, and more credibility, you need a simple way to show up consistently online.That's why we use StreamYard.See the platform behind The 30 Minute Hour Podcast:👉 https://bit.ly/30minutehour hashtag#ArtificialIntelligence hashtag#BusinessGrowth hashtag#SaaS hashtag#Leadership hashtag#GlobalExpansion

May 28, 202643 min

🚨#420-- How To Bulletproof Your Business, One Byte at a Time 🚨

What if the biggest threat to your business isn’t your competition… but your cybersecurity blind spots? 👀💻In this powerful replay of The 30 Minute Hour, cybersecurity expert Sammy Basu shares real-world lessons from protecting companies like Goldman Sachs, Pfizer, and Warner Bros. 🔐If you’re a business owner, executive, or entrepreneur, this episode will challenge how you think about leadership, risk, and protecting what you’ve built.🎧 Download NOW and hear the replay of this powerful conversation!#Cybersecurity #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneur #The30MinuteHour #AI #BusinessOwnerPS.🎙 Want to create professional live content and increase your visibility online?We use StreamYard to power The 30 Minute Hour Podcast. Check it out here: https://bit.ly/30minutehour

May 22, 202648 min

#419 --🚨 What Every CEO Needs To Know About AI And Cybersecurity 🚨

AI is moving faster than most companies can keep up with.The question is… is your business protected? 🔐🤖This week, we’re joined by Gavin Guttersen, Vice President of Global Security and Chief Information Security Officer at NetApp, for a powerful conversation on the cybersecurity risks, leadership challenges, and AI realities every executive must understand NOW.With over 40 years of experience leading through major technology shifts, Gavin has helped organizations navigate cloud transformation, enterprise security, incident response, AI risk, and emerging cyber threats at enterprise scale. 🌎💻In this episode, you’ll discover:✅ The biggest cybersecurity mistakes leaders are making with AI✅ How cybercriminals are targeting businesses today✅ What executives must do NOW to protect their companies✅ The leadership mindset required during rapid technology change✅ How elite organizations balance innovation with securityIf you’re a CEO, executive, business owner, or decision-maker, this is a conversation you cannot afford to miss. 💡🔥

May 14, 202643 min

#418 -- What Cybercriminals Hope You Never Learn 🔓

Most leaders think cyberattacks happen to “other companies.”Until it happens to theirs.This week on The 30 Minute Hour, we sit down with cybersecurity leader Gustavo Mastroianni — a seasoned CISO with nearly 20 years of experience helping organizations defend against ransomware, cyber threats, and costly security breaches.In this episode, you’ll discover:✅ The biggest cybersecurity mistakes businesses make✅ How ransomware attacks really happen✅ The hidden risks leaders often overlook✅ Why human behavior is the #1 vulnerability✅ The mindset every executive needs before a crisis hitsIf you lead a business, manage a team, or make critical decisions, this episode could help you avoid a devastating and expensive mistake.🎧 Download and listen and SUBSCRIBE to The 30 Minute Hour today!This is the kind of episode every leader needs to hear before it’s too late.

May 7, 202640 min

#417--Cybersecurity Secrets From The Man Who Secured Super Bowl 50” 🔥

In this replay episode of The 30 Minute Hour, Edward Liebig breaks down the cybersecurity lessons every business leader needs to hear.From protecting critical infrastructure… to leading high-stakes operations during Super Bowl 50… this conversation is packed with elite-level insights on leadership, resilience, and risk management. 💡⚡If you’re a CEO, entrepreneur, government leader, or tech executive… this episode is a MUST listen.🎧 Download NOW:

April 30, 20261 hr 11 min

# 416 -- Featuring Hampton University President Darrell Williams: Lead By Giving Back

What happens when elite leadership meets a mission bigger than yourself? 🚀In this powerful replay, we sit down with Darrell K. Williams—retired U.S. Army Lieutenant General and President of Hampton University—to break down what it really takes to lead with purpose. 🎯After nearly 40 years leading at the highest levels across the globe 🌍, President Williams returned to his alma mater—and sparked transformation:📈 31% enrollment growth🎓 84% freshman retention🏆 Top 8% of universities worldwideBut this episode goes beyond the stats.This is about legacy. service. impact.💡 How do you lead at a high level—and still give back?💡 What separates success from significance?💡 How do you build something that outlives you?If you’re a leader, entrepreneur, or decision-maker serious about scaling your impact—not just your income—this conversation will challenge and elevate you. 🔥🎧 Press play and discover how to move forward… by giving back.PS: Want to be part of the mission? 💙 Visit givetohamptonu.org and make an impact today.

April 20, 202648 min

🚨 #415--How Tech Leaders Turn AI Into $50M Deals 🚨

Most leaders are experimenting with AI…But very few are turning it into real revenue. 💰Today on The 30 Minute Hour, I’m joined by Bob McGinley—a sales-driven CTO/CISO at Onyx AI who’s helped close $50M+ deals by aligning AI, strategy, and business growth.If you want to stop chasing AI trends and start monetizing them… this is the episode.

April 9, 20261 hr 7 min

#414 --Why Talent Alone Won't Get You Ahead

You’re talented. You work hard.So why are others getting opportunities you’re not? 👀In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Kester Crosse—gastroenterologist, healthcare leader, author of Open Doors, and proud member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.—to break down the real reason success isn’t just about talent.And this one is personal…Dr. Crosse and I are both graduates of Hampton University, which makes this conversation even more powerful.Inside this episode:👉 Why talented people get overlooked👉 The people skills that actually open doors👉 How emotional intelligence accelerates your career👉 A practical framework to help you stand out immediatelyIf you’ve ever felt stuck, overlooked, or under-recognized—this conversation will change how you approach your career.Stop relying on talent. Start getting selected. 🎯

March 26, 202649 min

#413 -- Leading Under Pressure: Lessons From 650 Skydives

What does it take to stay calm when everything’s on the line?Joe Wyrwas has jumped out of planes 650+ times—and leads mission-critical teams where hesitation isn’t an option. In this episode, he reveals how top performers think, decide, and execute under pressure… and how you can do the same when the stakes are high.