Best From SocialEngineer Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 321 - Security Awareness Series - Trust But Verify Even Under Abnormal Circumstances: A Red Team Story with Chris and Faith 29:29

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Today on the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Security Awareness Series, Chris is joined by Faith Kent. Together, they delve into the critical role of effective communication, the art of role adaptation, and the psychological dynamics in crisis situations. The conversation highlights the importance of proactive preparedness and fostering trust within t…

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We Have All the Information, So Why Do We Know Less? | Analog Minds in a Digital World: Part 1 | Musing On Society And Technology Newsletter | Article Written By Marco Ciappelli 9:45

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⸻ Podcast: Redefining Society and Technology https://redefiningsocietyandtechnologypodcast.com _____ Newsletter: Musing On Society And Technology https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/musing-on-society-technology-7079849705156870144/ _____ Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/nFn6CcXKMM0 _____ My Website: https://www.marcociappelli.com _______________…

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Scan or Scam? - Is that QR code setting you up to get scammed? (Scams, Hacks and Frauds) 9:17

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This week on Scams, Hacks, and Frauds, we dive into the alarming rise of QR code scams that are turning a once-innovative technology into a tool for fraud. Remember when QR codes were heralded as the future of convenience? Unfortunately, they have now become a gateway for scammers to exploit unsuspecting victims. Join us as we recount the cautionar…

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Ep. 320 - Human Element Series - Using Gestures To Enhanced Communications with Lauren Gawne 33:03

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Today we are joined by Lauren Gawne. Lauren is a Senior Lecturer in linguistics at La Trobe University. Her work focuses on understanding how people use gestures and grammar, with a particular focus on cross-cultural gesture use. Lauren also does research on emoji, scicomm and the grammar of Tibetan languages in Nepal. [Sept 8, 2025] 00:00 - Intro …

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Cognitive Heist series #6: The Shill 9:23

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Some cons don’t succeed because of the smooth-talking seller. Instead, they succeed because of the crowd. Enter The Shill -- a hidden accomplice pretending to be just another customer, audience member, or lucky passerby. They're in the crowd, acting as a 'normal' audience member... all with the goal of bringing validation to the con-artist's claims…

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Tech Entrepreneur and Author's AI Prediction - The Last Book Written by a Human Interview | A Conversation with Jeff Burningham | Redefining Society And Technology Podcast With Marco Ciappelli 36:23

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⸻ Podcast: Redefining Society and Technology https://redefiningsocietyandtechnologypodcast.com ______Title: Tech Entrepreneur and Author's AI Prediction - The Last Book Written by a Human Interview | A Conversation with Jeff Burningham | Redefining Society And Technology Podcast With Marco Ciappelli ______Guest: Jeff Burningham Tech Entrepreneur. I…

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Ep. 319 - The Doctor Is In Series - Can You Trust Your Gut? - All About Intuition 27:05

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Welcome to the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Doctor Is In Series – where we will discuss understandings and developments in the field of psychology. In today’s episode, Chris and Abbie delve into the fascinating world of intuition and gut feelings. They explore whether these instincts are rooted in biology or shaped by past experiences and discuss t…

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Love and Fraud: The Heartbreak of Romance Scams 9:15

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This week on Scams, Hacks, and Frauds, we uncover the heart-wrenching reality of romance scams, where love can lead to devastating financial loss. Join us as we share the true story of Alison Peters, a British grandmother who fell victim to a fraudulent relationship, losing a staggering £120,000 to a man she believed was her soulmate. Alison's jour…

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The First Smartphone Was a Transistor Radio — How a Tiny Device Rewired Youth Culture and Predicted Our Digital Future | Musing On Society And Technology Newsletter | Article Written By Marco Ciappelli ... 14:02

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⸻ Podcast: Redefining Society and Technology https://redefiningsocietyandtechnologypodcast.com _____ Newsletter: Musing On Society And Technology https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/musing-on-society-technology-7079849705156870144/ _____ Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/OYBjDHKhZOM _____ My Website: https://www.marcociappelli.com _______________…

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Labor Laundering: How Threat Actors Infiltrate Remote Work with Wade Wells 33:48

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In Episode 8 of Simply Social Engineering, Eddie Miro talks with Wade Wells about the growing threat of “labor laundering” — where North Korean IT workers and other threat actors infiltrate remote jobs to funnel money, gain access, and bypass sanctions. Tune in to hear how these operations are carried out, the social engineering tactics used to gai…

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From Broadcasting to AI Agents: Mark Smith on Technology's 100-Year Evolution at IBC 2025 Amsterdam | On Location Event Coverage Podcast With Sean Martin & Marco Ciappelli 24:05

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I had one of those conversations that reminded me why I'm so passionate about exploring the intersection of technology and society. Speaking with Mark Smith, a board member at IBC and co-lead of their accelerator program, I found myself transported back to my roots in communication and media studies, but with eyes wide open to what's coming next. M…

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Ep. 318 - The 4th Monday Series - Finding Stable Employment in a Crazy Economy with Bobby Knost 29:10

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Welcome to the Social-Engineer Podcast: The 4th Monday Series with Chris Hadnagy and Mike Holfeld. Chris and Mike will be covering cutting edge global news to help people remain safe, secure and knowledgeable in a world where it is hard to know what is real and what is fake news. Today Chris and Mike are joined by Bobby Knost. Bobby is a proud memb…

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Teaser | Why Electric Vehicles Need an Apollo Program: The Renewable Energy Infrastructure Reality We're Ignoring | A Conversation with Mats Larsson | Redefining Society And Technology Podcast With Marco ... 3:09

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⸻ Podcast: Redefining Society and Technology https://redefiningsocietyandtechnologypodcast.com ______Title: Why Electric Vehicles Need an Apollo Program: The Reneweable Energy Infrastructure Reality We're Ignoring | A Conversation with Mats Larsson | Redefining Society And Technology Podcast With Marco Ciappelli ______Guest: Mats Larsson New book: …

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Do Encryption backdoors benefit Hackers and Scammers? Governments Vs Privacy. 10:16

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In this week's episode of Scams, Hacks, and Frauds, we explore the nuanced relationship between encryption backdoors and the activities of hackers and scammers. With the rise of end-to-end encryption, user privacy is at the forefront of technology discussions. However, governments are increasingly pushing for access to encrypted data, raising conce…

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Why Electric Vehicles Need an Apollo Program: The Renewable Energy Infrastructure Reality We're Ignoring | A Conversation with Mats Larsson | Redefining Society And Technology Podcast With Marco Ciappelli ... 43:01

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⸻ Podcast: Redefining Society and Technology https://redefiningsocietyandtechnologypodcast.com ______Title: Why Electric Vehicles Need an Apollo Program: The Reneweable Energy Infrastructure Reality We're Ignoring | A Conversation with Mats Larsson | Redefining Society And Technology Podcast With Marco Ciappelli ______Guest: Mats Larsson New book: …

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Navigating AI and Human Security: A Chat with ChatGPT 26:18

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In Episode 7 of Simply Social Engineering, Eddie Miro talks with ChatGPT, an AI language model. They explore the human element in AI, social engineering tactics, the psychology of influence, and practical ways to defend against emerging threats like deepfakes and AI-powered phishing. They also discuss non-judgmental validation, identity verificatio…

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The Narrative Attack Paradox: When Cybersecurity Lost the Ability to Detect Its Own Deception and the Humanity We Risk When Truth Becomes Optional | Reflections from Black Hat USA 2025 on the Marketing ... 13:30

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⸻ Podcast: Redefining Society and Technology https://redefiningsocietyandtechnologypodcast.com _____________________________ This Episode’s Sponsors BlackCloak provides concierge cybersecurity protection to corporate executives and high-net-worth individuals to protect against hacking, reputational loss, financial loss, and the impacts of a corpora…

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Online ID Checks: Safety or Scam and Hack Magnet? 10:38

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In this episode of Scams, Hacks, and Frauds, we explore the new internet age verification laws and their implications for online safety and potential scams. With the UK's Online Safety Act 2023 now in effect and similar legal rules in Australia (Online Safety Amendment (Social Media Minimum Age) Bill 2024) the USA (including the alarming decision b…

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Ep. 317 - Security Awareness Series - Are You Ready For A Breach? with Jowan and Chris 23:10

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Today on the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Security Awareness Series, Chris is joined by Jowan Joseph. Chris and Jowan discuss the importance of effective communication, role adaptation, and the psychological aspects of crisis situations. The discussion emphasizes the need for proactive preparedness and building trust within teams to navigate challe…

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The Woman in Red With Dorota Kozlowska 31:57

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In Episode 6 of Simply Social Engineering, Eddie Miro talks with Dorota Kozlowska—penetration tester, social engineer, content creator, and keynote speaker. They discuss the differences between team and solo work, tips for public speaking, essential hacking tools, and the underrated value of effective note-taking. Tune in for this insightful episod…

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Cognitive Heist series #5: The Long Con 11:24

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Welcome to Deceptive Minds - An audio newsletter about how we are fooled, how we fool ourselves, and what we can do about it. This one is all about "The Long Con." When the lie moves in next door. Not every con kicks down the door. Some knock politely, charm their way inside, and stay for dinner. In this issue , we explore the anatomy of the long c…

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Behind the keyboard - Espionage and Identity Theft 10:40

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This week on Scams, Hacks, and Frauds, we delve into the chilling world of cyber espionage, where unsuspecting companies become pawns in a dangerous game orchestrated by North Korean operatives. Join us as we unravel the harrowing tale of Christina Chapman, a woman who found herself entangled in an illegal operation that exploited her desperation t…

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Ep. 316 - Human Element Series - Do It Scared, But Do It Anyway with Shang Saavedra 27:32

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Today we are joined by Shang Saavedra, the Founder and CEO of Save My Cents, an influential personal-finance website and social-media platform. Saavedra teaches readers the key habits and behaviors needed to become less fearful of money and live life with joy. Saavedra was named one of the "25 Most Influential New Voices of Money" by TIME/NextAdvis…

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The Agentic AI Myth in Cybersecurity and the Humanity We Risk When We Stop Deciding for Ourselves | Reflections from Black Hat USA 2025 on the Latest Tech Salvation Narrative | A Musing On Society & Technology ... 17:03

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⸻ Podcast: Redefining Society and Technology https://redefiningsocietyandtechnologypodcast.com _____________________________ This Episode’s Sponsors BlackCloak provides concierge cybersecurity protection to corporate executives and high-net-worth individuals to protect against hacking, reputational loss, financial loss, and the impacts of a corpora…

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What Keeps a CISO up at Night With Glen Sorensen 32:00

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In Episode 5 of Simply Social Engineering, Eddie Miro talks with Glen Sorensen, a vCISO and managing director, about security culture, practical defenses, and the real-world challenges SMBs face in combating social engineering. Connect with Glen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/glen-sorensen/ https://bytewise.podbean.com/ ========================= Conn…

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VPNs: Protection from hacks or just a scam? 9:35

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This week on Scams, Hacks, and Frauds, we take a pause from our true crime stories and instead take a deep dive into the true crime world of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) to separate fact from fiction in the realm of online security. Are VPNs truly essential in protecting yourself from hacks and fraud, or are they just another marketing gimmick? …

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Ep. 315 - The Doctor Is In Series - Love at First Sight, Is it Possible? 33:54

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Welcome to the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Doctor Is In Series – where we will discuss understandings and developments in the field of psychology. In today’s episode, Chris and Abbie explore the complexities of attraction and the concept of love at first sight. They discuss the biochemical responses associated with attraction, the importance of un…

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Cognitive Heist series #4: The Ghost - Panic, Urgency, and the Speed of Deception 12:09

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👻 New Deceptive Minds issue: Cognitive Heist series issue #4 -- The Ghost The ghost doesn’t break in. It doesn’t even exist. It just panics you into acting-- fast, unthinking, exposed. This issue explores one of the most dangerous tools in a scammer’s toolkit: urgency. We unpack: 🧠 The psychology of panic and why urgency shuts down critical thinkin…

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Creative Storytelling in the Age of AI: When Machines Learn to Dream and the Last Stand of Human Creativity | A Conversation with Maury Rogow | Redefining Society And Technology Podcast With Marco Ciappelli ... 48:05

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⸻ Podcast: Redefining Society and Technology https://redefiningsocietyandtechnologypodcast.com Title: Creative Storytelling in the Age of AI: When Machines Learn to Dream and the Last Stand of Human Creativity Guest: Maury Rogow CEO, Rip Media Group | I grow businesses with Ai + video storytelling. Honored to have 70k+ professionals & 800+ brands g…

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I Bowl and I Break Things: SE Lessons from InfoSecPat 36:38

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In Episode 4 of Simply Social Engineering, Eddie Miro sits down with InfoSec Pat—pentester, content creator, and relentless community builder. Eddie and Pat discuss the real-world tactics of social engineering during red team engagements: how to practice SE, get past gatekeepers, and stay calm when things don’t go as planned. Then Pat shares field …

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Romance Scam Victim in foriegn prison - Police won't look for the scammer. 10:33

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A grandmother's life takes a harrowing turn as she finds herself imprisoned in a foreign country due to an elaborate international scam. In this gripping episode, we explore the tragic story of Donna Nelson, a victim caught in a web of deceit that led to her arrest for drug trafficking in Japan. Despite her efforts to protect herself, a single miss…

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Ep. 314 - The 4th Monday Series - What Can You Do If Your Accounts Are Hacked? with Congressman Darren Soto 31:27

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Welcome to the Social-Engineer Podcast: The 4th Monday Series with Chris Hadnagy and Mike Holfeld. Chris and Mike will be covering cutting edge global news to help people remain safe, secure and knowledgeable in a world where it is hard to know what is real and what is fake news. Today Chris and Mike are joined by Congressman Darren Soto. Darren So…

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Cognitive Heists series #3: The Call Is Coming from Inside Your Mind 12:12

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📞 The Call Is Coming from Inside Your Mind Welcome to #3 of the "Cognitive Heists" series. The Voice in Your Head -- Authority, Audio Deepfakes, and the Power of a Familiar Voice In 2019, a UK energy firm received a call. The voice on the other end sounded exactly like the CEO of their German parent company. The request? Transfer €220,000 immediate…

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How to Hack Global Activism with Tech, Music, and Purpose: A Conversation with Michael Sheldrick, Co-Founder of Global Citizen and Author of the book: “From Ideas to Impact” | Redefining Society And Technology ... 49:05

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⸻ Podcast: Redefining Society and Technology https://redefiningsocietyandtechnologypodcast.com Title: How to hack Global Activism with Tech, Music, and Purpose: A Conversation with Michael Sheldrick, Co-Founder of Global Citizen and Author of “From Ideas to Impact” Guest: Michael Sheldrick Co-Founder, Global Citizen | Author of “From Ideas to Impac…

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How to Be a Social Engineer (Or Just a Better Human) 14:25

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In Episode 3 of Simply Social Engineering, host Eddie Miro drops the theory and gets tactical. This solo episode is packed with real, actionable advice for improving your social skills—whether you're trying to get better at social engineering or just want to connect with people more effectively. No fluff, no gimmicks, just proven principles and fie…

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Is Booking.com a Booking.scam? Staying safe from Travel Fraud this summer. 9:24

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In the age of online bookings, planning a trip can be as easy as a few clicks. However, with convenience comes risk, especially when it comes to travel booking scams. In our latest podcast episode, we dive deep into the alarming rise of fraud associated with popular booking platforms like booking.com. Join us as we share the harrowing story of Dr. …

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Ep. 313 - Security Awareness Series - The Importance of Securing Virtual Events With Trent Waterhouse 27:56

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Today on the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Security Awareness Series, Chris is joined by Trent Waterhouse. Trent is the CMO of GlobalMeet, a leading virtual event technology company with a scalable, flexible, and secure hybrid event streaming platform built and supported by experienced event experts. Trent has a proven track record of driving growth…

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The Hybrid Species — When Technology Becomes Human, and Humans Become Technology | A Musing On Society & Technology Newsletter Written By Marco Ciappelli | Read by TAPE3 10:53

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⸻ Podcast: Redefining Society and Technology https://redefiningsocietyandtechnologypodcast.com _____________________________ This Episode’s Sponsors BlackCloak provides concierge cybersecurity protection to corporate executives and high-net-worth individuals to protect against hacking, reputational loss, financial loss, and the impacts of a corpora…

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The Human Side of Technology with Abadesi Osunsade — From Diversity to AI and Back Again | Guest: Abadesi Osunsade | Redefining Society And Technology Podcast With Marco Ciappelli 31:42

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⸻ Podcast: Redefining Society and Technology https://redefiningsocietyandtechnologypodcast.com Title: The Human Side of Technology with Abadesi Osunsade — From Diversity to AI and Back Again Guest: Abadesi Osunsade Founder @ Hustle Crew WebSite: https://www.abadesi.com On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abadesi/ Host: Marco Ciappelli Co-Found…

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Cognitive Heist series #2: The Bait Man 13:31

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Welcome to part 2 of the Cognitive Heist miniseries: The Bait Man 🗝️ He doesn’t pick the lock. 🚪 He doesn’t sneak in the back. 🪝 He just leaves something shiny on the ground and waits for you to pick it up. Enter "The Bait Man": the scammer who lets your own curiosity or greed do all the work. Part 2 of Cognitive Heist explores: 👉 Why bait-based sc…

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Professional Vishing and Threat Hunting with Edna Jonsson 41:19

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In this episode of Simply Social Engineering, host Eddie Miro is joined by Edna Jonsson, a cybersecurity engineer who applies social engineering in real-world operations. Edna shares insights from their work in threat hunting and detection engineering, as well as competitive experience as part of the Rizz Kitties team in the Social Engineering Comm…

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The Attack Cycle with James Hamilton Part 2 37:39

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Send us a text Send us a text In this compelling two-part episode, Philip Grindell welcomes back security expert James Hamilton to explore the "attack cycle" - a proven model used by criminals, terrorists, and assassins to target victims. Following the high-profile New York CEO assassination, Hamilton breaks down the eight critical phases: target s…

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Sim Swap Fraud: How a Phone Number hacker Scammed $24 Million in a Day 9:23

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In this gripping episode, Cee unravels the shocking tale of a $24 million heist stemming from a SIM swap fraud that left victim Michael Turpin reeling. As we delve into the events of 2018, we discover how a 15-year-old hacker managed to reset Turpin's Gmail password and access his cryptocurrency logins, leading to an astonishing windfall. Tune in a…

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Ep. 312 - Human Element Series - Having a Hunger to Serve with Doug Thorpe 33:04

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Today we are joined by Doug Thorpe. Doug is an experienced leadership coach, business advisor, and speaker who focuses on helping small to mid-size business owners and executives develop their leadership capabilities. With decades of experience in banking, finance, and business management, Thorpe transitioned to coaching and advisory services to he…

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Cognitive Heists series #1: The Insider -- Trust by Proximity, not Proof 13:08

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🕵️‍♂️ New Deceptive Minds mini-series: Behind the Scams (Cognitive Heists) 🕵️‍♂️ They didn’t pick the lock. They didn’t sneak in through the vents. You held the door open for them. This week’s issue kicks off a new 10-part series: Cognitive Heist—a deep dive into the psychological exploits behind the world’s most effective social engineering attack…

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What Makes a Social Engineer? 19:09

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In the first episode of Simply Social Engineering, host Eddie Miro shares his wild journey from a rough start in life to a career in cybersecurity. This episode kicks off a new show all about the human side of hacking: how people manipulate, persuade, and influence. Expect fresh takes, real stories, and interviews with social engineers and other sh…

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Scattered Spider Hack Qantas - Can Passwords really keep your account safe? 4:20

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Cee delves into the recent cyberattack on Australian airline Qantas, attributed to the notorious hacking group Scattered Spider. Cee also provides practical advice on protecting personal information, emphasising the dangers of password reuse and the benefits of using private relay email services and changing your passwords for passkeys. For more in…

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Ep. 311 - The Doctor Is In Series - The Scientific Keys To Happiness with Dr. Paul Zak 39:29

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Welcome to the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Doctor Is In Series – where we will discuss understandings and developments in the field of psychology. In today’s episode, Chris and Abbie are joined by Dr. Paul J Zak. Dr. Zak is in the top 0.3% of most cited scientists. For over two decades Paul’s research has extended the boundaries of behavioral neur…

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The Attack Cycle with James Hamilton Part 1 29:25

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Send us a text In this compelling two-part episode, Philip Grindell welcomes back security expert James Hamilton to explore the "attack cycle" - a proven model used by criminals, terrorists, and assassins to target victims. Following the high-profile New York CEO assassination, Hamilton breaks down the eight critical phases: target selection, surve…

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Ghost Broker Fraud - The Car insurance Scam targeting young drivers 7:46

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Cee investigates the alarming rise of ghost brokers in the UK, a scam that leaves unsuspecting young drivers like 18-year-old Wayne Simpson in dire straits. After a car accident, Wayne discovers that his seemingly legitimate insurance policy is nothing but a facade, putting him at risk of severe legal consequences. Through Wayne's story, we unravel…