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Cleared for Discussion Podcast | Episode 63 | Build the Program Without Writing It Yourself
October 21, 2026 · 19 minIn this episode, Tabetha Baume provides a practical guide for building and maintaining an effective industrial security program without unnecessarily rewriting regulations, training materials, or existing government resources. She explores…
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Cleared for Discussion Podcast | Episode 62 | Hold the Door
October 14, 2026 · 21 minIn this episode, Tabetha Baume highlights the importance of hiring veterans and supporting their transition into civilian careers, emphasizing the valuable skills, leadership, and experience they bring to the workforce. She explores the…
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Cleared for Discussion Podcast | Episode 61 | Petticoats on the Clothesline
October 7, 2026 · 21 minIn this episode, Tabetha Baume explores the critical role American women play in protecting their families, communities, and country, connecting the security of the American home to the broader security of the nation. She examines foreign…
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Cleared for Discussion Podcast | Episode 60 | The Open Door
September 30, 2026 · 19 minIn this episode, Tabetha Baume provides a practical roadmap for breaking into the industrial security field, including for people without a degree, security clearance, or previous security experience. She explores entry points such as…
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Cleared for Discussion Podcast | Episode 59 | Model Weights Are the New Crown Jewel
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Cleared for Discussion Podcast | Episode 58 | The Assessor Leaves, You Don't
September 16, 2026 · 21 minIn this episode, Tabetha Baume explains why security compliance is not a one-time assessment or certification, but an ongoing responsibility that requires continuous maintenance, judgment, and accountability. She explores the roles of…
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Cleared for Discussion Podcast | Episode 57 | Nobody Automates Trust
September 9, 2026 · 36 minIn this episode, Tabetha Baume explores why cleared security professionals may be among the most AI-resistant roles in today’s workforce and why human accountability remains essential to national security. She examines how federal…
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Cleared for Discussion Podcast | Episode 56 | Responding to Suspicious Contacts
September 2, 2026 · 24 minIn this episode, Tabetha Baume provides a practical guide for recognizing and responding to suspicious contacts that may be attempts to gain unauthorized access to sensitive or classified information. She explores warning signs…
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Cleared for Discussion Podcast | Episode 55 | Right Outside the Wire
August 26, 2026 · 22 minIn this episode, Tabetha Baume examines how foreign adversaries are exploiting hiring processes, personnel, business partnerships, and AI to gain access to sensitive organizations and government systems. She explores North Korean remote…
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Cleared for Discussion Podcast | Episode 54 | The Deal That Died at Diligence
August 19, 2026 · 25 minIn this episode, Tabetha Baume examines how mergers and acquisitions involving cleared companies can create significant national security and business risks because a facility clearance does not automatically transfer when ownership…
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Cleared for Discussion Podcast | Episode 53 | Inside the Agreement
August 12, 2026 · 25 minIn this episode, Tabetha Baume explains what it actually takes to operate a cleared company under a Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI) mitigation agreement and how these agreements reshape security, governance, and day-to-day…
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About the show
Cleared for Discussion is the premier national security podcast providing educational content for Facility Security Officers, cleared U.S. citizens, owners of cleared government contractors, and security professionals. Our mission is to enhance the security posture of the United States by elevating the knowledge, capabilities, and effectiveness of security professionals through accessible, actionable, and expertly-curated content.
Our dual-tier format delivers both free weekly episodes (10-15 minutes) covering essential security topics and premium extended episodes (30-40 minutes) with in-depth analysis and practical resources.