The TribalHub Podcast

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.

Email Bombing & Cyber Resilience with Brent Hutfless

In this episode of the TribalHub Podcast, we talk with Brent Hutfless about a lesser-known but highly disruptive threat: email bombing. Brent explains what it is, how it differs from other email-based attacks like phishing, and why technology leaders should take it seriously. He shares real-world examples, the warning signs to watch for, and how his team responded during an actual incident. We also cover the operational impact of email bombing, effective defense strategies, and why collaboration across the industry is key to staying ahead.Connect with Brent on LinkedIn.

Beyond the C-Suite: Grounding Tribal Tech in Real-World Input

In this episode, TribalHub sits down with Crystal Wilcox, CFO at Bay Mills Indian Community, to talk about why the best technology decisions don’t necessarily come from the top down. We discuss her unique path and how immediately involving front-line staff can lead to better outcomes, smoother implementations, and stronger long-term adoption. From lessons learned to practical ways to bridge leadership vision with user needs, this conversation highlights the power of trust, inclusion, and listening to the people closest to the work.Connect with Crystal on LinkedIn.

Wired for Sovereignty: Inside the Suquamish Tribe’s Fiber Rollout

In this episode, TribalHub sits down with Gabriel Cook, IT Director for the Suquamish Tribe, to explore the rollout process of a tribally owned fiber network—what inspired it, the internet challenges it aims to solve, and the unique tech helping reach rural areas. Along the way, we dig into funding, sustainability, and the nuts and bolts of deployment. Also, how the right service provider can make all the difference on a project like this.For more updates on the Suquamish Tribe, connect on LinkedIn.

SoCal Regional Spotlight: Cheryl Goodman on Building Responsible AI

In this episode of the TribalHub Podcast, we're joined by SoCal Regional speaker Cheryl Goodman, author of How to Win Friends and Influence Robots. Cheryl shares insights from her session, AI Roadmap: Building Blocks and Best Practices, diving into what it really means to develop a thoughtful, sustainable AI strategy. We explore her professional journey, the evolving definition of intelligence in the age of AI, and what “responsible AI” looks like in real-world practice.Purchase How to Win Friends and Influence Robots and connect with Cheryl on LinkedIn.