Cybersecurity isn’t just about firewalls and phishing filters; it’s about people. In this inaugural episode of Leading Out Loud, Chantell Manahan sits down with Bill Stein, district CTO and creator of the brilliant “Cyber Shorts” series, to explore why storytelling might be the secret weapon education leaders have been missing in their cybersecurity playbook.

From hilarious cautionary tales to practical strategies that actually stick with staff, Bill shares how he’s helping educators move beyond compliance to true cyber confidence. Together, we dig into the mindset shifts, leadership visibility, and human-centered strategies that make cybersecurity a shared responsibility, not just an IT issue.

Whether you’re a tech leader, school principal, or someone who’s ever clicked the wrong link, this conversation is full of insight, empathy, and a few laughs along the way.