“The Rise of Mirror Life” is a sci-fi thriller focusing on Dr. Olivia Bennett and her team's groundbreaking, yet ethically perilous, research into mirror molecules. As their experimental organisms escape containment and rapidly evolve, threatening to extinguish global life, the story intensifies into a desperate race to develop a counter-agent.Available from Amazon: https://amzn.to/455fMjK Get full access to Rod’s Blog at rodtrent.substack.com/subscribe
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From the case book: Beneath the Buried Sky
“Beneath the Buried Sky” is one of my latest Sci-fi novels. It’s available from Amazon: https://amzn.to/4o879xH Get full access to Rod’s Blog at rodtrent.substack.com/subscribe
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After the Blog Episode 24: Mid-2025 AI Security Update
Can you believe we’re halfway through the year already? It’s the perfect time to take stock of one of the most critical and fast-evolving areas in tech: AI Security and Responsible AI.In this episode we unpack how AI security has progressed, spotlight some recent incidents that have raised eyebrows, explore why the focus on these topics is accelerating, and dive into the unique risks posed by Agentic AI—those autonomous AI agents that are both game-changers and potential nightmares. Plus, we’ll wrap up with practical recommendations for organizations to stay ahead of the curve in the second half of 2025 Get full access to Rod’s Blog at rodtrent.substack.com/subscribe
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After the Blog Episode 23: Must Learn KQL Advanced Edition
For those who’ve been following along, you know that the Must Learn KQL book has been a game-changer for analysts, engineers, and security professionals looking to master Kusto Query Language. It’s been the go-to resource for breaking down complex queries, optimizing performance, and truly understanding how to wield KQL like a pro.And now, the next chapter—literally—is almost here. Get full access to Rod’s Blog at rodtrent.substack.com/subscribe
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After the Blog Episode 22: Microsoft Purview Summer Camp
By request, it’s Purview month! Join us for the month of July 2025 as we give the sometimes-forgotten Microsoft security platform product it’s proper due.Show Notes/Links* THE Microsoft Security Insights Show: https://www.microsoftsecurityinsights.com/* The Microsoft Purview schedule: https://www.microsoftsecurityinsights.com/i/144956233/july-purview-month* Summer Nostalgia: "Meatballs," Bill Murray, and Microsoft Purview Summer Camp https://www.microsoftsecurityinsights.com/p/summer-nostalgia-meatballs-bill-murrayMeatballs theme song lyricsAre You Ready for the Summer?Performed by Camp North Star Kids ChorusAre you ready for the summer?Are you ready for the good times?Are you ready for the sunshine?Gonna be, gonna be a fine time!No more pencils, no more books,No more teachers' dirty looks,Out for summer, out till fall,We might not go back at all!Are you ready for the summer?Are you ready for the good times?Are you ready for the sunshine?Gonna be, gonna be a fine time!Campfires burning, stars are bright,Singin' songs by the firelight,Swimmin', sailin', ridin' too,Lots of fun for me and you!Are you ready for the summer?Are you ready for the good times?Are you ready for the sunshine?Gonna be, gonna be a fine time! Get full access to Rod’s Blog at rodtrent.substack.com/subscribe
Welcome everyone to the After the Blog podcast!
You're probably familiar with TV shows like the Curse of Oak Island or Deadliest Catch that have "digging deeper" or "after the catch" episodes that take the audience into the efforts behind each episode to give extra nuggets of clarity. This podcast is exactly that.
In each episode, hear about the ideas and circumstances that drove the topic. Most of the time I'll go it alone. But don't be surprised if a guest or two show up because they helped influence the topic.
Let's have fun and learn something! rodtrent.substack.com
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