NEVERHACK Estonia
22. apr 2025
What do you get when you combine cybersecurity, a live stage, and a stand-up comedian? You get one of the most engaging episodes of CyberCast yet.
In this Security Summit Special, host Ronnie Jaanhold sits down with Louis Zezeran, the energetic voice behind the Nordic-Baltic Security Summit (NBSS). Louis has been hosting the event for over five years, and he’s not your typical tech moderator. With a background in IT consulting and a surprising career pivot into comedy, Louis has mastered the art of making complex topics feel approachable, even entertaining.
Tech, laughter, and real connection
Louis talks about how he went from training people on distributed systems to founding Comedy Estonia, and eventually blending those worlds on the NBSS stage. His superpower? Making cybersecurity human. He shares how simply listening well, asking the right follow-up questions, and even cracking a well-timed joke can completely change how people absorb technical content.
You’ll hear how Louis prepares for each event (spoiler: it’s more about being present than memorizing scripts) and why creating space for connection, not just information, is key to making conferences meaningful.
What makes NBSS different?
NBSS isn’t your typical “death by slides” cybersecurity event. Louis explains what makes this summit so special:
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It’s hands-on and practical — no endless vendor pitches.
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There’s room for deep technical talks, but also big-picture thinking.
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And yes, there’s a Capture the Flag (CTF) challenge that’s just as fun as it is eye-opening.
That CTF, designed by NEVERHACK’s own Georgie, is a major highlight. Louis describes how the challenges help demystify what hacking looks like. You don’t need to be a pro to get started — you just need curiosity and the willingness to poke around a bit.
AI: beyond the buzz
Of course, you can’t talk about cybersecurity in 2025 without touching on AI. But instead of more hype, Louis and Ronnie dive into how AI is actually changing the way we work. From auto-suggested code to smarter defenses, they explore how AI is becoming part of the day-to-day — and what that means for people working in security.
So this episode isn’t just about a summit — it’s about how we talk about security. Whether you’re a tech lead, a trainer, or someone who’s ever had to explain a firewall to your CEO, you’ll walk away with insights you can use.
You’ll learn:
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How to keep your audience engaged, even with technical content
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Why storytelling and listening are underrated security skills
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What makes NBSS a must-attend for security professionals
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How AI is making waves in practical, not just flashy, ways
