The TribalHub Podcast

Top Podcast of 2025: The Arrival of AI and Practical Next Steps: A Discussion with Hart Brown at 5th Annual Cybersecurity Summit

This week, we’re featuring our top podcast of 2025! Recorded at the 2025 Cybersecurity Summit, the TribalHub team spoke with Hart Brown, CEO of Future Point of View, about what the future of artificial intelligence holds for tribes and tribal enterprises.
TribalHub's 6th Annual Cybersecurity Summit is taking place February 17-20, at the Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront, Jacksonville, FL.  For more information and to register, visit the TribalHub website!

Investing in Native Youth: Insights from AISES President Sarah EchoHawk

Join us as Sarah EchoHawk explores the evolving STEM landscape, the opportunities ahead for Native youth, and how tribes and tribal enterprises can strengthen their partnership with the American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES).
Tribal Share, the nonprofit governing body for the Tribal Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Tribal-ISAC), donated $1,500 to AISES following their annual golf outing that kicks off the TribalNet Conference & Tradeshow. Tribal-ISAC is proud to support Indigenous youth in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education.
Note:  The 2026 Canada Gathering is the 8th annual gathering in Toronto, ON, and registration is currently open to attend and sponsor the event: https://events.aises.org/website/91085/
The 2026 AISES National Gathering will be taking place in Portland, OR.
To learn more about AISES, visit https://aises.org/ .
To learn more about Tribal-ISAC, visit https://tribalisac.org/ .
 

Data-Driven Governance: A TribalNet Conversation with Doug Paget

Recorded live at TribalNet, this conversation with Doug Paget, Tribal Team Leader at Euna Solutions, dives deeper into his session on data-driven governance. Doug shares how tribal governments can create an environment where data is holistically collected and used, align data with strategic goals, and leverage technology to build more adaptive, informed, and resilient communities.
 
Connect with Doug on LinkedIn.

Your Data and AI: A Tribal Perspective on Security and Risk

In this episode, Michelle Bouschor sits down with Mark Bedal of Chumash Enterprises during the TribalNet Conference & Tradeshow to talk about the intersection of data and AI. Listen in as Mark breaks down how tribes can define what’s truly sensitive data, take the first steps toward proper classification, and evaluate the real risks of sharing data with AI vendors in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.

Inside the Tribal-ISAC: Cyber Insights and Conversations from TribalNet

In this episode, Michelle Bouschor sits down with Tribal-ISAC Steering Committee Members Toni Pepper, Adam Gruszcynski to discuss THE PULSE, The State of Cybersecurity Within Tribal Nations Cyber Report, the new tabletop exercise grant program available for ISAC members, and their session at TribalNet. They also share what they’ve been hearing from attendees about current cybersecurity challenges and—bonus—find out what Adam might be doing if he weren’t crushing it as an IT professional!
 
Links:
Tribal-ISAC webpage
The Pulse Report
Table Top Grant Application

Keeping Security Awareness Fresh: A Conversation with KC Petersen

Recorded live at TribalNet 2025, Michelle Bouschor chats with KC Petersen about her session on “Security Awareness—Keeping It New, Updated, and Engaging.” KC shares what’s been working for her casino property, how to make security training more effective, and creative ways to turn employee awareness into everyday action.

Incident Response & What’s the Buzz from the TribalNet Floor — A Quick Chat with Andy Jabbour

From the floor of TribalNet 2025, Michelle Bouschor catches up with Andy Jabbour of Gate 15 to talk incident response, why non-IT leaders need to be part of the conversation, and what’s trending across the conference. Plus, a fun pop-up question: what would Andy do if he weren’t working in tech?
 
Connect with Andy on LinkedIn and learn more about Gate 15!

Technology Leadership at Tribes: A Conversation with Mike Day on Magic in the Room

In this episode of the TribalHub Podcast, we’re sharing a conversation originally featured on Magic in the Room by Purpose & Performance Group. Host Luke Freeman sits down with our very own Mike Day, Founder and CEO of TribalHub. Together, they explore the fast-changing world of technology leadership in tribes and tribal enterprises and discuss the new Certified Tribal Technology Professional (CTTP) certification program, now open for registration.
 
Learn more about Purpose & Performance Group, the CTTP Program, and subscribe to Magic in the Room today!

Reshare- Unpacking 'Warrior Within': A Conversation with DJ Vanas at TribalNet's 25th Conference & Tradeshow

Don't miss out on this one for a second time!
In this episode, TribalHub sits down with DJ Vanas to explore Warrior Within, his powerful keynote delivered at TribalNet’s 25th anniversary conference. Join us as DJ shares insights into the message behind Warrior Within, the inspiration drawn from personal and collective strength, and how this keynote resonated with the audience, empowering tribal communities to harness their inner resilience and leadership.  
 
Connect with DJ Vanas on LinkedIn or on his website!
Reach out to the TribalHub team at contactus@tribalhub.com or on LinkedIn.
 

Reshare- Heard at TribalNet: Promoting Cybersecurity Awareness

Don't miss your second chance at this one!In this episode of the TribalHub podcast, Michelle Bouschor sits down with Patrick Tinklenberg, Vice President of IT, Sycuan Casino, Toni Pepper, CEO, Pepper Consulting LLC and Robin Villareal, CIO, Gila River Resorts & Casinos, to discuss how they promote cybersecurity awareness at their properties. From employee education and communication to fun games and newsletters, they explore creative ways to build a community focused on cybersecurity. They emphasize the importance of keeping the conversation alive and raising awareness. Plus, Toni, Patrick, and Robin share their insights on the role of Tribal-ISAC and why it’s essential to their efforts.