In this week’s episode of Still Cyber, hosts Mitch Ashley and Alan Shimel sit down with cybersecurity veteran Kate Scarcella to explore one of the most pressing questions facing both government and industry today: How can they effectively work together to safeguard us all in an era of rising digital threats?Kate brings over 20 years of experience in cybersecurity and critical infrastructure protection, including leading roles in security architecture and as Chair of the CD Foundation’s Cybersecurity Special Interest Group, grounded in deep technical expertise and strategic insight. Against the backdrop of shifting political winds — from the recent appointment of Jen Easterly as CEO of RSA Conference to reports that the White House is considering pulling official support from RSAC events, and deep cuts to the CISA budget accompanied by leadership changes — this discussion digs into the consequences of waning government-private collaboration. Is the historic government–industry partnership under threat? What role do politics and policy play in shaping national cybersecurity posture? Can organizations like RSAC fill the gap and sustain community-driven security alliances? And ultimately, are we all the losers if those bridges break down?Join us for a candid conversation that asks the hard questions about trust, collaboration, and shared responsibility in protecting our digital ecosystem.