Best Daniel Miessler Podcasts (2025)

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Thriving Beyond Human Labor with Context-Powered AI with Daniel Miessler 29:40

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12d ago29:40

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The real disruption isn’t AI replacing humans, it’s the shocking possibility that human labor was the economic bubble all along. In this episode, Ron Eddings sits down with Daniel Miessler, founder of Unsupervised Learning and longtime security leader, to break open why companies are hitting record profits with shrinking workforces, and what that m…

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Defending Your Cyber Systems and Your Mental Attack Surface with Chris Hughes 34:10

1d ago34:10

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When your firewall forgets to buckle up, the crash doesn’t happen in the network first, it happens in your blindspots. In this episode, Ron is joined by returning guest Chris Hughes, Co-Founder of Aquia and host of the Resilient Cyber podcast. Chris helps reframe vulnerability work as exposure management, connect technical risk to human resilience,…

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Building EDR for AI: Controlling Autonomous Agents Before They Go Rogue with Ron Eddings 19:36

3d ago19:36

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AI agents aren't just reacting anymore, they're thinking, learning, and sometimes deleting your entire production database without asking. The real question isn't if your AI agent will be hacked, it's when, and whether you'll have the right hooks in place to stop it before it happens. In this episode, Ron breaks down the ChatGPT Atlas vulnerability…

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Judge AI based on Output, Not Mechanism 6:58

23d ago6:58

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How we can use an output-based system to judge whether or not different kinds of technology achieve understanding or intelligence. Become a Member: https://danielmiessler.com/upgrade See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Daniel Miessler

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Judge AI based on Output, Not Mechanism 6:58

16d ago6:58

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How we can use an output-based system to judge whether or not different kinds of technology achieve understanding or intelligence. Become a Member: https://danielmiessler.com/upgrade See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Daniel Miessler

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Humans Need Entropy 4:20

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How humans and AI models both share the weakness of deterioration without novel inputs. Become a Member: https://danielmiessler.com/upgrade See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Daniel Miessler

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Humans Need Entropy 4:20

20d ago4:20

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How humans and AI models both share the weakness of deterioration without novel inputs. Become a Member: https://danielmiessler.com/upgrade See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Daniel Miessler

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Can AI Run Your SOC Better Than You? with Ahmed Achchak 32:48

22d ago32:48

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What if your security team never missed a single alert and actually had time to think strategically? In this episode, Ahmed Achchak, CEO and Co-Founder of Qevlar AI, reveals how autonomous SOCs are reshaping security operations worldwide. From tackling alert fatigue to empowering analysts with intelligent AI-driven investigations, Ahmed shares the …

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Making Cybersecurity Marketing Creative (and a Little Sexy) with Maria Velasquez 30:04

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Who said cybersecurity had to be serious? The future of cyber is creative, human, and even a little sexy. In this special 400th episode, Ron Eddings celebrates six incredible years of Hacker Valley Studio with one of cyber’s most creative voices, Maria Velasquez, Co-Founder of the Cybersecurity Marketing Society and Co-Host of Breaking Through in C…

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How to See Your Organization Like a Hacker with Chris Dale 25:18

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To defend like a human, you first have to think like a hacker. In this episode, Ron Eddings sits down with Chris Dale, Co-Founder and Chief Hacking Officer at River Security, to explore the human side of hacking, where curiosity, persistence, and vigilance meet defense. Chris shares how the traditional idea of penetration testing has evolved into a…

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Coding by Vibe: The Future of AI-Built Security with Ron Eddings 20:22

2M ago20:22

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When code meets intuition, innovation gets personal. But what happens when we let AI vibe with our ideas? In this episode, Ron Eddings covers the rise of AI-driven development from Vibe Coding, where natural language shapes real code, to the emerging Model Context Protocols (MCPs) that redefine how apps talk to AI. He breaks down the recent Figma M…

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Why I Think Karpathy is Wrong on the AGI Timeline 9:54

2M ago9:54

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Karpathy is confusing LLM limitations with AI system limitations, and that makes all the difference. Become a Member: https://danielmiessler.com/upgrade See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Daniel Miessler

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Why I Think Karpathy is Wrong on the AGI Timeline 9:54

2M ago9:54

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Karpathy is confusing LLM limitations with AI system limitations, and that makes all the difference. Become a Member: https://danielmiessler.com/upgrade See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Daniel Miessler

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Learning How to Learn: Mastering the Cyber Fundamentals with Rich Greene 25:38

2M ago25:38

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The real edge in cybersecurity isn’t found in new tools, it’s built through timeless fundamentals and a mindset that never stops learning. In this episode, Ron sits down with Rich Greene, Senior Solutions Engineer and Instructor at SANS Institute, to uncover how true cyber value starts with skills, curiosity, and mindset. Rich shares his remarkable…

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Novelty Exploration vs. Pattern Exploitation 3:44

2M ago3:44

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How going from exploration to exploitation can help you as both a consumer and creator of everything. Become a Member: https://danielmiessler.com/upgrade See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Daniel Miessler

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Novelty Exploration vs. Pattern Exploitation 3:44

2M ago3:44

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How going from exploration to exploitation can help you as both a consumer and creator of everything. Become a Member: https://danielmiessler.com/upgrade See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Daniel Miessler

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Magnifying Time 6:30

2M ago6:30

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Some thoughts on how novelty and attention magnify the time that we have. Become a Member: https://danielmiessler.com/upgrade See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Daniel Miessler

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Magnifying Time 6:30

2M ago6:30

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Some thoughts on how novelty and attention magnify the time that we have. Become a Member: https://danielmiessler.com/upgrade See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Daniel Miessler

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How AI Elevates Cyber Hygiene with Jason Rebholz 21:32

2M ago21:32

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What if protecting your digital twin becomes the new cyber hygiene? In this week's episode, Ron welcomes back cybersecurity leader Jason Rebholz, CEO of Evoke, to discuss how AI is reshaping the fundamentals of cyber hygiene. From data breaches and deepfakes to everyday habits that protect our digital lives, Jason shares how small actions and smart…

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Securing Software at AI Speed with Varun Badhwar 34:12

2M ago34:12

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The biggest security threat isn’t in the cloud, it’s hidden in the code you trust the most. In this episode, Ron sits down with Varun Badhwar, Co-Founder & CEO of Endor Labs, who shares why research shows that nearly 80–90% of application code comes from open source and third-party libraries, not your own developers. Varun discusses the unseen risk…

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The End of Search and the Rise of AI Browsers and Voices with Ron Eddings 18:16

2M ago18:16

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Search engines aren’t dying quietly, they’re being replaced in real time by AI browsers and voice agents. AI isn’t just answering questions anymore; it’s acting for us. In this episode, Ron Eddings explores how tools like NanoBrowser and Comet are reshaping browsing, why Google may be in trouble, and how AI voices are becoming the new interface for…

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A Conversation With Harry Wetherald CO-Founder & CEO At Maze 35:03

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➡ Stay Ahead of Cyber Threats with AI-Driven Vulnerability Management with Maze: https://mazehq.com/ In this conversation, I speak with Harry about how AI is transforming vulnerability management and application security. We explore how modern approaches can move beyond endless reports and generic fixes, toward real context-aware workflows that act…

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A Conversation With Harry Wetherald CO-Founder & CEO At Maze 35:03

3M ago35:03

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➡ Stay Ahead of Cyber Threats with AI-Driven Vulnerability Management with Maze: https://mazehq.com/ In this conversation, I speak with Harry about how AI is transforming vulnerability management and application security. We explore how modern approaches can move beyond endless reports and generic fixes, toward real context-aware workflows that act…

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A Conversation With Grant Lee CO-Founder & CEO At Gamma 21:48

3M ago21:48

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➡ Upgrade your presentations with Gamma, the best AI presentation maker: https://gamma.app In this conversation, I speak with Grant, co-founder of Gamma, about how their platform is transforming presentations and idea-sharing. Instead of starting with slides, Gamma helps you focus on the story first—then builds the visuals, structure, and delivery …

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A Conversation With Grant Lee CO-Founder & CEO At Gamma 21:48

3M ago21:48

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➡ Upgrade your presentations with Gamma, the best AI presentation maker: https://gamma.app In this conversation, I speak with Grant, co-founder of Gamma, about how their platform is transforming presentations and idea-sharing. Instead of starting with slides, Gamma helps you focus on the story first—then builds the visuals, structure, and delivery …

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Where Automation Ends, Cyber Ingenuity Begins with Phillip Wylie 33:59

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Some tools replace tasks. Others reshape the way we think about security. In this episode, Ron welcomes back Phillip Wylie, one of the most respected voices in offensive security, author, educator, and longtime friend of the Hacker Valley community. With over 27 years of experience across cybersecurity disciplines, Phillip has guided thousands of p…

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The Power of Showing Up: Daily Streams, Big Impact with Gerald Auger 34:04

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What if showing up with consistency could spark opportunities, create careers, and build a global movement? In this episode, Ron sits down with Gerald Auger, Ph.D., cybersecurity educator, content creator, and founder of Simply Cyber. Gerald shares how his daily livestream grew into a thriving community, why consistency is the key to influence, and…

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UL NO. 497: STANDARD EDITION | More NPM Shenanigans, I Open Sourced Kai, Blood Work Results, Finding Vulns in a 10-line Prompt, and more... 37:13

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UL NO. 497: STANDARD EDITION | More NPM Shenanigans, I Open Sourced Kai, Blood Work Results, Finding Vulns in a 10-line Prompt, and more... Read this episode online: https://newsletter.danielmiessler.com/p/ul-497 Subscribe to the newsletter at: https://danielmiessler.com/subscribe Join the UL community at: https://danielmiessler.com/upgrade Follow …

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UL NO. 497: MEMBER EDITION | More NPM Shenanigans, I Open Sourced Kai, Blood Work Results, Finding Vulns in a 10-line Prompt, and more... 39:27

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UL NO. 497: MEMBER EDITION | More NPM Shenanigans, I Open Sourced Kai, Blood Work Results, Finding Vulns in a 10-line Prompt, and more... Read this episode online: https://newsletter.danielmiessler.com/p/ul-497 Follow on X: https://x.com/danielmiessler Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielmiessler Become a Member: https://danielmie…

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UL NO. 496: STANDARD EDITION | New Video on Building my Personal AI System, Anthropic Reveals One-person Hacking Company using Claude, Pentagon Says China Keeps Penetrating, and more... 1:02:49

3M ago1:02:49

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UL NO. 496: STANDARD EDITION | New Video on Building my Personal AI System, Anthropic Reveals One-person Hacking Company using Claude, Pentagon Says China Keeps Penetrating, and more... Read this episode online: https://newsletter.danielmiessler.com/p/ul-496 Personal AI Video I'm so excited about Subscribe to the newsletter at: https://danielmiessl…

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UL NO. 496: MEMBER EDITION | New Video on Building my Personal AI System, Anthropic Reveals One-person Hacking Company using Claude, Pentagon Says China Keeps Penetrating, and more... 1:02:49

3M ago1:02:49

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UL NO. 496: MEMBER EDITION | New Video on Building my Personal AI System, Anthropic Reveals One-person Hacking Company using Claude, Pentagon Says China Keeps Penetrating, and more... Read this episode online: https://newsletter.danielmiessler.com/p/ul-496 Follow on X: https://x.com/danielmiessler Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan…

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The Rise of the Autonomous Blue Team with Vineet Edupuganti 37:24

3M ago37:24

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What if defenders had their own AI-powered task force, always on, always adapting, and finally one step ahead of attackers? In this episode, Ron welcomes Vineet Edupuganti, Founder and CEO of Cogent Security, to discuss how AI agents are rewriting the rules of cybersecurity. Vineet shares why traditional vulnerability management is fundamentally br…

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Turning AI Into Your Super Tool with Ron Eddings 22:52

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AI is neither friend nor foe, it’s both. The way we choose to use it determines whether it helps or harms. In this solo episode, Ron Eddings shares lessons from his first job at a grocery store, his early days in cybersecurity, and today’s AI-driven landscape. From productivity hacks like meeting transcription, to creative tools like content-aware …

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A Conversation with Michael Brown About Designing AI Systems 50:06

4M ago50:06

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In this episode of Unsupervised Learning, I sit down with Michael Brown, Principal Security Engineer at Trail of Bits, to dive deep into the design and lessons learned from the AI Cyber Challenge (AIxCC). Michael led the team behind Buttercup, an AI-driven system that secured 2nd place overall. We discuss: -The design philosophy behind Buttercup an…

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UL NO. 494: MEMBER EDITION | AI Finds a P1, I Missed Chartbeat So I Made My Own, XBow Open-Sources Their AI Bot, and more... 1:38:09

4M ago1:38:09

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UL NO. 494: MEMBER EDITION | AI Finds a P1, I Missed Chartbeat So I Made My Own, XBow Open-Sources Their AI Bot, and more... Read this episode online: https://newsletter.danielmiessler.com/p/ul-494 Follow on X: https://x.com/danielmiessler Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielmiessler Become a Member: https://danielmiessler.com/upg…

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UL NO. 494: STANDARD EDITION | AI Finds a P1, I Missed Chartbeat So I Made My Own, XBow Open-Sources Their AI Bot, and more... 1:38:09

4M ago1:38:09

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You are currently listening to the Standard version of the podcast, consider upgrading and becoming a member to unlock the full version and many other exclusive benefits here: https://newsletter.danielmiessler.com/upgrade Read this episode online: https://newsletter.danielmiessler.com/p/ul-494 Subscribe to the newsletter at: https://danielmiessler.…

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Mentorship to Mastery: AI and Community Lessons with Ron Eddings 32:22

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AI might analyze your logs in seconds, but only the community can put you in the room that changes your career. In this solo episode, Ron Eddings discusses the powerful balance between human connection and artificial intelligence in shaping the future of cybersecurity and beyond. From the sacrifices that sparked his career to the mentors who opened…

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From MCP Risks to AI Jailbreaks with Marco Figueroa 41:30

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When AI agents move faster than security teams, the game changes, and the risks multiply. Ron welcomes back Marco “Mystic Marc” Figueroa, Program Manager at Mozilla’s 0DIN Program, to continue the conversation and update on 2025’s most pressing AI and cybersecurity shifts. From the explosive rise of AI agents and OpenAI’s rumored browser to the hid…

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Debt vs. Risk: What the SharePoint Breach Taught Us with Ron Eddings 16:00

4M ago16:00

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The riskiest move in cybersecurity? Playing it too safe. In this solo episode, Ron Eddings redefines the way we think about technical debt, risk, and missed opportunities, in security and in life. Ron reframes the debt vs. risk paradigm through the lens of the SharePoint breach, personal milestones, and co-founding Hacker Valley. With sharp insight…