In this episode of Security Visionaries, host Emily Wearmouth and guest Samantha Swift delve into the world of BSides and CSides events. Samantha, who has experience as an organizer at BSides Lancashire, BSides Leeds, and BSides Newcastle, shares the origins of BSides, its community-driven ethos, and the unique aspects of these cybersecurity conferences. They also discuss the newer CSIDES initiative, which aims to bring cybersecurity knowledge to coastal towns, and the importance of fostering a welcoming environment for newcomers to the industry. If you’re interested in the way the broader cyber community brings in industry veterans and the “cyber curious” together, this episode is for you!