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{{Short description|American | {{Short description|American voice actor, author, podcaster, and cybersecurity professional}} | ||
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| birth_place = San Antonio, Texas, U.S. | | birth_place = San Antonio, Texas, U.S. | ||
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| known_for = ''The Patrick Bass Show'' | | occupation = Voice actor, author, columnist, cybersecurity professional | ||
| known_for = ''The Patrick Bass Show'', ''Compute!'s Gazette'', InfoSecure Redteam | |||
| spouse = Traci Bass (m. 2013) | | spouse = Traci Bass (m. 2013) | ||
| website = {{URL|https://www.pwbass.com|pwbass.com}} | | website = {{URL|https://www.pwbass.com|pwbass.com}} | ||
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'''Patrick W. Bass''' (born February 22, 1969) is an American | '''Patrick W. Bass''' (born February 22, 1969) is an American voice actor, podcaster, author, columnist, and cybersecurity executive. He is best known as the host of ''The Patrick Bass Show'' and ''Open Mic Mavericks'', as well as the editorial director and columnist for the relaunched ''[[Compute!'s Gazette]]''. He is also the creator of [https://www.retrowikipedia.com RetroWikipedia.com] and president of the cybersecurity firm InfoSecure Redteam, Inc. | ||
== Career == | == Career == | ||
=== Cybersecurity and | === Cybersecurity and innovation === | ||
Bass | Bass is the president of InfoSecure Redteam, Inc., a boutique cybersecurity consultancy. He previously served as president of Conformance Cybersecurity, where he developed ''InConRadar'', a real-time monitoring and risk analysis tool for merchants. In May 2017, ''InConRadar'' received the **ETA PayPal Tech Innovation Award** from the Electronic Transactions Association for excellence in merchant risk monitoring and continuous KYC due diligence.<ref>{{cite web |title=Conformance Technologies Receives ETA's PayPal Tech Innovation Award |url=https://www.paymentsjournal.com/conformance-technologies-receives-etas-paypal-tech-innovation-award/ |website=Payments Journal |date=May 12, 2017 |access-date=July 25, 2025}}</ref> | ||
In 2016, Bass was recognized by **Worldwide Branding** for leadership in information security services. He was inducted into their Registry of Executives, Professionals and Entrepreneurs and acknowledged for more than 20 years of experience in risk mitigation and secure systems consulting.<ref>{{cite web |title=Patrick W. Bass Recognized by Worldwide Branding for Excellence in Information Security Services |url=https://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release/421511/patrick-w-bass-recognized-by-worldwide-branding-for-excellence-in-information-security-services |website=24-7 Press Release |date=April 13, 2016 |access-date=July 25, 2025}}</ref> | |||
=== Media and publishing === | |||
Bass is the host of the variety podcast ''The Patrick Bass Show'', which highlights personal improvement, inspiring guest stories, current events, and thought leadership. The show reached top 1% global rankings in podcast listenership and is available on platforms such as [https://open.spotify.com/show/6cb8FheWrZVdgKQdEQnB5g Spotify]. | |||
He also hosts ''Open Mic Mavericks'', a companion podcast with a focus on entrepreneurship, innovation, and voices from the tech and business community. | |||
He is the | In 2025, Bass became **editorial director** of the revived ''Compute!'s Gazette'', overseeing its modern return to covering retro computing culture. He is a contributing columnist and part of the leadership team behind its expanded digital and print editions.<ref>{{cite web |title=The Legend is Back |url=https://www.computesgazette.com/the-legend-is-back/ |website=Compute!'s Gazette |access-date=July 25, 2025}}</ref> | ||
=== Writing and authorship === | |||
Bass is a published author, writing on subjects ranging from self-improvement to generational behavior and cultural commentary. His works include: | |||
* ''Burn Your Ships: How to Conquer Doubt and Live Without Limits'' – ISBN 979-8325418631 | |||
* ''The Modern Gentleman: A Guide to Essential Manhood'' – ISBN 979-8894435930 | |||
* '''''The | * ''The Snowflake Generation: How Fragility is the New Norm'' – ISBN 979-8344006314 | ||
* '' | |||
=== | His books are available via [https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0D363LNRT Amazon's author store]. | ||
=== Entrepreneurship === | |||
Bass is the creator of [https://www.retrowikipedia.com RetroWikipedia.com], a collaborative digital archive for documenting the history of computing, retro software, and preservation projects. The site serves as a community-driven resource for enthusiasts and historians. | |||
== Personal life == | == Personal life == | ||
Patrick Bass was born in San Antonio, Texas, | Patrick Bass was born in **San Antonio, Texas**, and currently resides in **Fort Smith, Arkansas**. He married Traci Bass on May 3, 2013. | ||
== | == External links == | ||
* | * [https://www.pwbass.com Official website] | ||
* [https://www.retrowikipedia.com RetroWikipedia.com] | |||
* [https://open.spotify.com/show/6cb8FheWrZVdgKQdEQnB5g The Patrick Bass Show on Spotify] | |||
* [ | * [https://www.computesgazette.com Compute!'s Gazette] | ||
* [ | * [https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0D363LNRT Patrick Bass Author Page on Amazon] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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[[Category:1969 births]] | [[Category:1969 births]] | ||
[[Category:Living people]] | [[Category:Living people]] | ||
[[Category:American podcasters]] | [[Category:American podcasters]] | ||
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[[Category:American voice actors]] | [[Category:American voice actors]] | ||
[[Category:Cybersecurity professionals]] | [[Category:Cybersecurity professionals]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:Businesspeople from Texas]] | ||
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[[Category:People from Fort Smith, Arkansas]] | [[Category:People from Fort Smith, Arkansas]] | ||
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Revision as of 05:42, 26 July 2025
Patrick Bass | |
|---|---|
| Born | February 22, 1969 San Antonio, Texas, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation(s) | Voice actor, author, columnist, cybersecurity professional |
| Known for | The Patrick Bass Show, Compute!'s Gazette, InfoSecure Redteam |
| Spouse | Traci Bass (m. 2013) |
| Website | pwbass.com |
Patrick W. Bass (born February 22, 1969) is an American voice actor, podcaster, author, columnist, and cybersecurity executive. He is best known as the host of The Patrick Bass Show and Open Mic Mavericks, as well as the editorial director and columnist for the relaunched Compute!'s Gazette. He is also the creator of RetroWikipedia.com and president of the cybersecurity firm InfoSecure Redteam, Inc.
Career
Cybersecurity and innovation
Bass is the president of InfoSecure Redteam, Inc., a boutique cybersecurity consultancy. He previously served as president of Conformance Cybersecurity, where he developed InConRadar, a real-time monitoring and risk analysis tool for merchants. In May 2017, InConRadar received the **ETA PayPal Tech Innovation Award** from the Electronic Transactions Association for excellence in merchant risk monitoring and continuous KYC due diligence.[1]
In 2016, Bass was recognized by **Worldwide Branding** for leadership in information security services. He was inducted into their Registry of Executives, Professionals and Entrepreneurs and acknowledged for more than 20 years of experience in risk mitigation and secure systems consulting.[2]
Media and publishing
Bass is the host of the variety podcast The Patrick Bass Show, which highlights personal improvement, inspiring guest stories, current events, and thought leadership. The show reached top 1% global rankings in podcast listenership and is available on platforms such as Spotify.
He also hosts Open Mic Mavericks, a companion podcast with a focus on entrepreneurship, innovation, and voices from the tech and business community.
In 2025, Bass became **editorial director** of the revived Compute!'s Gazette, overseeing its modern return to covering retro computing culture. He is a contributing columnist and part of the leadership team behind its expanded digital and print editions.[3]
Writing and authorship
Bass is a published author, writing on subjects ranging from self-improvement to generational behavior and cultural commentary. His works include:
- Burn Your Ships: How to Conquer Doubt and Live Without Limits – ISBN 979-8325418631
- The Modern Gentleman: A Guide to Essential Manhood – ISBN 979-8894435930
- The Snowflake Generation: How Fragility is the New Norm – ISBN 979-8344006314
His books are available via Amazon's author store.
Entrepreneurship
Bass is the creator of RetroWikipedia.com, a collaborative digital archive for documenting the history of computing, retro software, and preservation projects. The site serves as a community-driven resource for enthusiasts and historians.
Personal life
Patrick Bass was born in **San Antonio, Texas**, and currently resides in **Fort Smith, Arkansas**. He married Traci Bass on May 3, 2013.
External links
- Official website
- RetroWikipedia.com
- The Patrick Bass Show on Spotify
- Compute!'s Gazette
- Patrick Bass Author Page on Amazon
References
- ↑ "Conformance Technologies Receives ETA's PayPal Tech Innovation Award". Payments Journal. May 12, 2017. Retrieved July 25, 2025.
- ↑ "Patrick W. Bass Recognized by Worldwide Branding for Excellence in Information Security Services". 24-7 Press Release. April 13, 2016. Retrieved July 25, 2025.
- ↑ "The Legend is Back". Compute!'s Gazette. Retrieved July 25, 2025.
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