Best Cyber Hygiene Podcasts (2025)

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Al Meets Identity: A Conversation at the Cyber Frontier with Ed Amoroso 49:58

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On this Month's episode of Smells Like Identity Hygiene, we chat with Founder and CEO of TAG Infosphere Ed AmorosoDon't miss out!#IdentityHygiene #TechTalk #CyberSecurityCurious about how much risk your organizations AD Environment is in? Request your free cyber risk assessment here (https://www.sphereco.com) or visit our website to learn how SPHER…

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Cyber Hygiene Explained With Anais 53:38

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Digital Etiquette With Justin Santos 1:18:21

1d ago1:18:21

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Send us a text Hello hello darlings! In this episode, Erica Star and Justin Santos go down memory lane talking about their first cell phones, group chat etiquette and early social media platforms like Myspace. Reminisce with them in a conversation full of nostalgia laughs. Podcast Instagram: @yiptomyyap Host Instagram: @momentsbystar Guest Instagra…

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Cybersecurity News: Grok AI Hijacked for Malware, Wi-Fi Heart Rate Hacks, Starlink Competition 14:39

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Cybercriminals are exploiting X's Grok AI to bypass ad protections and spread malware to millions—while researchers discover your home Wi-Fi can now monitor your heart rate. This week's news breakdown covers the attack vectors you need to know about. Join co-hosts Joshua Schmidt, Eric Brown, and Nick Mellem as they dive into the latest cybersecurit…

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How Close Is Too Close? With Raimi Reyes 1:46:10

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Send us a text Hello hello darlings! In this episode Erica Star and Raimi Reyes have a very honest conversation about how close is too close. They get into topics of boyfriends, female friendships and situationships (or "lovers" as Raimi likes to call them). If you wanted to listen in on a conversation between two lifelong friends who might just be…

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Field Notes: Why Cyber Attacks Are Accelerating 26:04

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The threat landscape is moving faster than ever—and traditional response playbooks aren't keeping up. In this live Field Notes episode, Eric Brown and Nick Mellum dive into the surge of recent cyberattacks hitting state governments, transit systems, and critical infrastructure across the U.S. From Nevada's complete state office shutdown to Maryland…

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Let's Talk About People Who Lack Social Skills With Erica Star 31:26

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Send us a text Hello hello darlings! In this episode, Erica Star talks about her biggest pet peeve — people who cant read a room. She goes over the two kinds of confrontational people, frustrating happenings she’s exprienced or heard and the benefit of being assertive. Thanks for listening! Podcast Instagram: @yiptomyyap Host Instagram: @momentsbys…

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Healthcare Ransomware: When Cyberattacks Turn Deadly 32:08

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When ransomware hits a hospital, it's not just data that's at stake—patients are dying. Ed Gaudet, CEO of Censinet, reveals the shocking research proving what healthcare security professionals feared: cyberattacks on hospitals directly increase mortality rates and disrupt life-saving care. But Ed's biggest concern? The eerie quiet before what he be…

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A Reflection On Our College Experience With Jenasis 59:36

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Send us a text Hello hello darlings! In this episode Erica Star and Jenasis get into what their college experience was like, being two NYC students who decided to commute to school and got hit with a pandemic for most of their time there. They talk about the stresses that come with college including pressure to succeed, burnout and doing your best …

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The Deepfake Hiring Crisis: AI Fraud in Job Interviews 41:24

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What happens when your next hire isn't who they claim to be? In this eye-opening episode of The Audit, we dive deep into the alarming world of AI-powered hiring fraud with Justin Marciano and Paul Vann from Validia. From North Korean operatives using deepfakes to infiltrate Fortune 500 companies to proxy interviews becoming the new normal, this con…

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Certificates Gone Wild: 47 Days Later 54:05

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On this Month's episode of Smells Like Identity Hygiene, we chat with Justin Hansen, a Field CTO at CyberArk.Don't miss out!#IdentityHygiene #TechTalk #CyberSecurityCurious about how much risk your organizations AD Environment is in? Request your free cyber risk assessment here (https://www.sphereco.com) or visit our website to learn how SPHERE (ht…

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Jet Setting Through Identity Hygiene 38:51

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On this Month's episode of Smells Like Identity Hygiene, we chat with JetBlue Director IAM, Governance and Compliance, E. Angie WoodruffDon't miss out!#IdentityHygiene #TechTalk #CyberSecurityCurious about how much risk your organizations AD Environment is in? Request your free cyber risk assessment here (https://www.sphereco.com) or visit our webs…

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Nighttime Self Reflection With Erica Star 47:57

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Send us a text Hello hello darlings! In this episode, Erica Star self reflects with cards from the We're Not Really Strangers self-reflection pack because she felt like self reflecting that night. That's literally it. She got a little deeper than she thought she would, so enjoy watching her figure herself out in real time. Don't forget to live laug…

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How CTF Culture Gamifies Your Way to Unbreakable Security Teams 30:10

1M ago30:10

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Can you spot the difference between real cybersecurity talent and someone using ChatGPT to fake their way through interviews? In this episode of The Audit, Thomas Rogers from Meta CTF reveals how Capture the Flag competitions are becoming the ultimate litmus test for authentic cyber skills—and why traditional hiring methods are failing in the AI er…

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Are You Ready For A Relationship? With Herlene 1:12:27

2M ago1:12:27

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Send us a text Hello hello darlings! In this episode Erica Star and Herlene talk about what it means to actually be ready for a relationship. If you think you might be ready, but aren't 100% sure if you're willing to put in the work, or maybe you didn't even know there would be more work to come, this episode is for you. Hopefully you learn from so…

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How To Tell The Difference Between Trauma Bonds And True Friendships With Jess 1:11:54

2M ago1:11:54

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Send us a text Hello hello darlings! In this episode Erica Star and Jess get into the brutally honest truths of trauma bonds. They talk about the difference between real friendship and trauma bonds disguised as true friendship. The two bring up stories about when they feel they may have actually been the toxic one in the situation, but also what le…

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Cybersecurity News: Vikings Vishing Lost $240K, Scattered Spider & F1 Racing 22:13

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Dallas Turner's $240,000 fraud loss isn't just celebrity news—it's a wake-up call for anyone with a bank account. When even NFL linebackers fall victim to social engineering, what does that mean for the rest of us? In this episode of The Audit, co-hosts Joshua Schmidt, Eric Brown, and Nick Mellem break down the sophisticated tactics behind this mas…

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Zero Trust and Cowboy Boots: Marene Allison Rides Again 46:59

2M ago46:59

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On this Month's episode of Smells Like Identity Hygiene, we chat with Former Johnson & Johnson CISO Marene Allison and SPHERE board member.Don't miss out!#IdentityHygiene #TechTalk #CyberSecurityCurious about how much risk your organizations AD Environment is in? Request your free cyber risk assessment here (https://www.sphereco.com) or visit our w…

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A Look Back At Elementary School Experiences With Erica Star 40:23

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Send us a text Hello hello darlings! In this episode, Erica Star recounts some ridiculous stories from her elementary school years growing up in New York City. She talks about the time she met Spongebob in kindergaten, first grade crushes, 2nd grade leprachauns, getting let down by teachers in 3rd grade, more crushes in 4th grade and the reality of…

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All The Things You Don't Think About Until You're In A Solid Relationship With Amadou Andre 1:15:48

2M ago1:15:48

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Send us a text We're baaaaaaaaack! In this episode Erica Star and Amadou get into the nitty gritty of being in healthy relationships, the definition of a "high value man," managing expectations in relationships and all about nurturing a fulfilling relationship. If you want to see the difference between pre-relationship us and the lover girl and lov…

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Grassroots Cybersecurity: Protecting Communities Through Education 33:01

2M ago33:01

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What does it take to build real cybersecurity skills in underserved communities? In this episode of The Audit, Rasheed Alowonle shares his journey from Chicago to becoming a cybersecurity educator and community advocate. This isn't your typical career advice—it's about fortifying communities through practical security hygiene and hands-on learning.…

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The Last Car You'll Ever Drive 1:06:11

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On this Month's episode of Smells Like Identity Hygiene, we chat with Brandon Traffanstedt, a Field CTO at CyberArk, and Kristin Buckley a Principal Strategist at SPHERE! Don't miss out!#IdentityHygiene #TechTalk #CyberSecurityCurious about how much risk your organizations AD Environment is in? Request your free cyber risk assessment here (https://…

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It's Time To Crash Out With Taylor Coley 1:00:41

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Send us a text Hello hello darlings! In this episode Erica Star and Taylor let you in on some of their most crash out worthy moments. The crash outs range from friends following your ex on Instagram to obnoxiously loud cars and children who can't walk straight on a sidewalk. Disclaimer: The two are very much aware that some of these scenarios are r…

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Navigating Negativity Without Losing Your Light With Twiggy Versatile 1:00:25

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Send us a text Hello hello darlings! In this episode, Erica Star and Twiggy Versatile talk about their practices for staying positive in dark times, things they've learned about resisting negative self-talk and what owning their femininity looks like. Podcast Instagram: @yiptomyyap Host Instagram: @momentsbystar Guest Instagram: @twiggyversatile 🎧 …

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Tabletop Exercises 2.0: How OpsBook Is Changing the Game 38:36

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What happens when your carefully crafted incident response playbook becomes worthless? Cody Sullivan from OpsBook reveals the brutal truth about tabletop exercises: most organizations are practicing with medieval armor for a drone war. From 70-participant, 6-hour exercises spanning three continents to the harsh reality of insider threats, this conv…

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Low Maintenance Friendships vs. No Effort: How to Tell The Difference With Erica Star 32:23

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Send us a text Hello hello darlings! In this episode, Erica Star talks about low maintenance friendships and just how sweet and amazing they are. On the flip side, she also touches on instances where the low maintenance mentality is one-sided and is actually just a "friend" neglecting another. The realization sucks (trust me). She talks you through…

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The Harsh Reality Of Healing After A Long-Term Relationship With Melz 1:10:12

3M ago1:10:12

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Send us a text Hello hello darlings! In this episode Erica Star and Melz get into the details of her breakup with someone who she spent a big chunk of her youth with. The two get into how the end of a long relationship is more than just a breakup. It's lost friends, lost family and lost time that you can't get back. Listen to them chat about how to…

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The Invisible Threats: OT Meets IT in Modern Manufacturing 39:50

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Think you can manage industrial systems like your IT infrastructure? Think again. In this episode of The Audit, Dino Busalachi unpacks the high-stakes complexity of OT-IT convergence—and why your trusty IT playbook flatlines on the plant floor. Join the IT Audit Labs crew as we dive into the chaos of managing 10,000+ industrial assets across a spra…

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This Episode Was Not Generated by AI! 41:49

4M ago41:49

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On this Month's episode of Smells Like Identity Hygiene, we chat with Christina Richmond, the founder and principal analyst of Richmond Advisory GroupDon't miss out!#IdentityHygiene #TechTalk #CyberSecurityCurious about how much risk your organizations AD Environment is in? Request your free cyber risk assessment here (https://www.sphereco.com) or …

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Part 2: No Such Thing As Taboo Over Here With Joshua De La Cruz 1:15:43

4M ago1:15:43

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Send us a text Hello hello darlings! In this episode, Erica Star and Joshua De La Cruz get REAL about the things people are too uncomfortable to talk about. They get into their sex lives, discoveries and hypotheticals about dating outside of your sexuality. If you're an open-minded person, if you've ever wondered something and was too afraid to ask…

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Part 1: Growing Up Gay & Figuring It Out With Joshua De La Cruz 1:04:02

4M ago1:04:02

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Send us a text Hello hello darlings! In this episode, Erica Star and Joshua De La Cruz have a candid conversation about coming out, the road to self acceptance and how perceptions of different genders and sexuality shape our beliefs. They also get into the differences in experiences between heterosexual women and gay men with nothing but curiosity …

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Pwnagotchi: The AI Pet That Hunts Your Network Credentials 35:24

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What happens when you cross a Tamagotchi with a Wi-Fi hacking tool? You get the Pwnagotchi—a pocket-sized device that "feeds" on Wi-Fi handshakes and learns from its environment. In this episode, Jayden Traufler and Cameron Birkland join the crew to demonstrate how this deceptively cute device can passively capture encrypted Wi-Fi credentials from …

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Taking A Pilates Class With Erica Star 29:51

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Send us a text Hello hello darlings! In this episode, Erica Star talks about the emotional rollercoaster that was her first pilates class. She talks about it from her POV of being strictly a weightlifter and how that means nothing when you're in that room full of reformers. Halfway through, it becomes a lesson to put yourself in uncomfortable situa…

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Fintech to Healthcare, everyone needs Identity Hygiene! 41:40

4M ago41:40

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On this Month's episode of Smells Like Identity Hygiene, we chat with Jonathan Chan, a Healthcare Cybersecurity Executive.Don't miss out!#IdentityHygiene #TechTalk #CyberSecurityCurious about how much risk your organizations AD Environment is in? Request your free cyber risk assessment here (https://www.sphereco.com) or visit our website to learn h…

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Maintaining Authenticity On Social Media As A Skit Comedian Turned Musician With Lui Nai 1:06:44

4M ago1:06:44

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Send us a text Hello hello darlings! In this episode Erica Star and Lui Nai chat about Lui Nai's journey as a content creator and her shift from skits to music. The two discuss the power of the mind to reach one's goals even when mental health blocks and online personality maintenance gets in the way. Podcast Instagram: @yiptomyyap Host Instagram: …

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The Brains Behind Naiad's Luxury Crochet And Handbags With Dafne Duverge 1:03:40

4M ago1:03:40

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Send us a text Hello hello darlings! In this episode, Erica Star and Dafne Duverge get into the details of being a 23 year old female entrepreneur in the luxury fashion space. Dafne owns Naiad, a brand focused on reaching all ages with its sophisticated and modern designs. Dafne gets into what it's like making all her products by hand and her desir…

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Pi-hole: The Open Source DNS Firewall Revolutionizing Network Security 39:50

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Your network is talking behind your back—but Pi-hole is listening. Join The Audit as Pi-hole co-founders Dan Schaper and Adam Warner reveal how their open-source DNS sinkhole technology has become the secret weapon for over 200,000 privacy-conscious users worldwide. In this episode, we discuss: How Pi-hole evolved from a simple ad blocker to a crit…

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A Conversation With No Direction With Steven Rodriguez 1:04:18

5M ago1:04:18

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Send us a text Hello hello darlings! In this episode Erica Star and Steven Rodriguez yap with no directions whatsoever. Steven starts off with some stories about getting stood up, he judges Erica for her doom scrolls of choice and she judges him for watching Cailou. It's a good time! Podcast Instagram: @yiptomyyap Host Instagram: @momentsbystar Gue…

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Cybersecurity News: E-Z Pass Scam, Dead Internet Theory & $16.6B FBI Report 42:21

5M ago42:21

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Join The Audit for a news-packed episode as cybersecurity expert Matt Starland recounts a chilling near-miss with an E-Z Pass phishing scam—received just minutes after renting a car in Florida. His close call highlights how scammers exploit timing and context to deceive even seasoned professionals. In this episode, we discuss: How a security pro ne…

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Let's Talk About These "Over" Words With Erica Star 32:32

5M ago32:32

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Send us a text Hello hello darlings! In this episode, Erica Star talks about being overstimulated, overworked and overwhelmed while being an overachiever. She gets real about what these words look like for her and reassures you that this is just a wave, a season, a phase or whatever metaphor works for you. This vent session may be exactly what you …

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Agree To Disagree With Anthony Lara 50:22

5M ago50:22

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Send us a text Hello hello darlings! In this episode, Erica Star and Anthony Lara speak about his journey as a comedian, meeting your idols and their very different outlooks on life and friendships. Podcast Instagram: @yiptomyyap Host Instagram: @momentsbystar Guest Instagram: @anthonylaracomedy 🎧 Listen on: APPLE: https://open.spotify.com/show/5la…

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Inside InfraGard: How FBI Partnerships Attack Risks to Critical Infrastructure 33:50

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Join The Audit as we dive into the high-stakes intersection of critical infrastructure and cybersecurity with Tim Herman, President of InfraGard Minnesota. InfraGard is a unique public-private partnership with the FBI designed to protect the 85% of America's essential systems owned by the private sector. From power grids to transportation, the vuln…

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What It's Like To Be A Creative With JP 1:03:28

5M ago1:03:28

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Send us a text Hello hello darlings! In this episode, Erica Star and JP have get into the roses and thorns of being a videographer or photographer. They talk about what makes a perfect client, what makes a bad client and what they think comes with the title in an ever-evolving mediascape. Podcast Instagram: @yiptomyyap Host Instagram: @momentsbysta…

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Toxic Relationships And Habits With El Rey David 1:01:09

6M ago1:01:09

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Send us a text Hello hello darlings! In this episode, Erica Star and David talk about all things toxic, Gen Z's favorite word. They talk about people they've dealt with as well as their own toxic tendencies that they've either outgrown or are in the midst of working through. Make sure to listen to his latest project Jugando Con Fuego! Podcast Insta…

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The Future of Quantum: Majorana Particles, Encryption, AI, and Parallel Universes 36:42

6M ago36:42

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Join The Audit as we explore the cutting-edge world of quantum computing with information security architect, Bill Harris. Quantum technology is advancing at breakneck speed, pushing the boundaries of computation, while Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) is making encrypted communications nearly unbreakable. As multiple sectors race to integrate quantu…

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Wicked Retold From A New Yorker’s POV With Erica Star 35:01

6M ago35:01

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Send us a text Hello hello darlings! In this episode, Erica Star tells the story of Wicked in her own words after only seeing the play. She tells you what went on in her head during certain parts and gives her interpretation of the Broadway sensation from an honest and unfiltered perspective. Podcast Instagram: @yiptomyyap Host Instagram: @momentsb…

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Managing Adult Friendships With Holy Hippy 1:08:13

6M ago1:08:13

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Send us a text Hello hello darlings! In this episode, Erica Star and Laura have an unexpected heart-to-heart speaking about maintaining adult friendships, losing childhood friends and the importance of giving your friends grace to grow and learn themselves. Podcast Instagram: @yiptomyyap Host Instagram: @momentsbystar Guest Instagram: @holyhippy 🎧 …

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Eco-Security: The Intersection of Recycling and Technology 22:54

6M ago22:54

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What Really Happens to Your Trash? Inside Modern Waste Management Is your trash really being recycled, or is it ending up in a landfill? In this episode of The Audit, we sit down with Trista Martinson, Executive Director at Ramsey Washington Recycling & Energy, to uncover the surprising technology and cybersecurity challenges behind modern waste ma…

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Hermitting And Growing With Zay 53:44

6M ago53:44

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Send us a text Hello hello darlings! In this episode, Erica Star and Zay chat about the importance of solid friendships, the family you find along the way and knowing when to "hermit." Podcast Instagram: @yiptomyyap Host Instagram: @momentsbystar Guest Instagram: @gdpa_zayy 🎧 Listen on: APPLE: https://open.spotify.com/show/5lao3ApDG6tLWli6VpyXCj?si…

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St. Patty's Special: Luck, Money, Pickles And Slime With Steven Rodriguez 59:08

7M ago59:08

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Send us a text Hello hello darlings! In this episode Erica Star and Steven Rodriguez talk about all things green! They get into conversations about luck, jealousy, winning the lotto, and peculiar topics like the way pickles become pickles, the helium shortage and getting slimed on Nickelodeon. Podcast Instagram: @yiptomyyap Host Instagram: @moments…