Best Wide Open Stages Podcasts (2025)

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Critical GoAnywhere bug exposed. 29:13

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12m ago29:13

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Fortra flags a critical flaw in its GoAnywhere Managed File Transfer (MFT) solution. Cisco patches a critical vulnerability in its IOS and IOS XE software. Cloudflare thwarts yet another record DDoS attack. Rhysida ransomware gang claims the Maryland Transit cyberattack. The new “Obscura” ransomware strain spreads via domain controllers. Retailers’…

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✨Stop Goal Setting: Create Your Menu for Success✨ 19:01

6h ago19:01

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Let us know what you enjoy about the show! Are you tired of setting goals you can’t stick to? In this episode, Lisa Hopkins introduces The Menu — a flexible, practical tool designed to set you up for success no matter how busy life gets. Instead of rigid goals that often lead to guilt or frustration, The Menu offers bite-sized to main-course option…

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AI to the rescue. 29:46

8m ago29:46

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British authorities arrest a man in connection with the Collins Aerospace ransomware attack. CISA says attackers breached a U.S. federal civilian executive branch agency last year. Researchers uncover two high-severity vulnerabilities in Supermicro server motherboards. A Las Vegas casino operator confirms a cyber attack. Analysts track multiple lar…

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Espionage in the airwaves. 25:40

12h ago25:40

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The Secret Service dismantles an illegal network. Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) extends the shutdown production plants. The EU probes tech giants over online scams. Iranian APT Nimbus Manticore expands operations in Europe. North Korean Kimsuky deploys a shortcut-based espionage campaign. Github and Ruby Central roll out supply-chain security upgrades. L…

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Dating Apps, Red Flags, and Second Chances at Love | Ep. 115 40:24

1d ago40:24

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Dating after divorce can feel intimidating, overwhelming, and even hopeless — but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode, I sit down with Andrea McGinty, America’s top midlife dating expert and author of Second Acts: Winning Strategies for Dating Over 50. From founding It’s Just Lunch Matchmaking to facilitating over 33,000 dates and 10,000 marriag…

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The existing state of regulation. [CISO Perspectives] 39:30

1d ago39:30

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Regulation is a double-edged sword. While it helps create structure, establish accountability, and set standards, it also creates unnecessary hurdles, slower response times, and overly rigid systems. With every administration, policy goals and subsequently regulatory stances change, which can have major impacts on business operations. In this episo…

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Grounded by ransomware. 28:57

1d ago28:57

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A major ransomware attack disrupts airport operations across Europe. Congress is on the verge of letting major cyber legislation expire. A critical flaw nearly allowed total compromise of every Entra ID tenant. Automaker Stellantis confirms a data breach. Fortra patches a critical flaw in its GoAnywhere MFT software. Europol leads a major operation…

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🌟 Breathe Into Your Power & Shine🌟 A Meditation for Self-Confidence 11:10

3d ago11:10

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Let us know what you enjoy about the show! Take a journey into your inner landscape with this transformative guided meditation focused on reconnecting with your authentic power. Beginning with mindful breath awareness, this practice leads you to visualize your breath as golden light energy gathering in your solar plexus – your personal power center…

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Roselle Safran: So much opportunity. [Entrepreneur] [Career Notes] 8:37

3d ago8:37

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Please enjoy this encore of Career Notes. CEO and Founder of KeyCaliber, Roselle Safran, takes us on her circuitous career journey from startup to White House and back to startup again. With a degree in civil engineering, Roselle veered off into a more technical role at a startup and she says "caught the startup bug." After convincing a hiring mana…

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How to Please Her: Oral Sex Secrets Men Need to Know | Ep. 114 6:05

4d ago6:05

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In this episode, I unpacks the truths about oral sex that most men have never been taught. From understanding the female body to slowing down, asking the right questions, and focusing on connection instead of performance, this episode reveals how to move from being a good partner to a great one. Men who listen and apply this will transform not just…

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Browser attacks without downloads. [Research Saturday] 21:45

4d ago21:45

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Today we are joined by Nati Tal, Head of Guardio Labs, discussing their work “CAPTCHAgeddon” or unmasking the viral evolution of the ClickFix browser-based threat. CAPTCHAgeddon — Shaked Chen’s deep dive into the ClickFix fake-captcha wave — reveals how a red-team trick morphed into a dominant, download-free browser threat that tricks users into pa…

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The email that tricked an AI. 27:35

5d ago27:35

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OpenAI patches a ChatGPT flaw that could have exposed Gmail data. CISA documents malware exploiting two Ivanti Endpoint Manager Mobile (EPMM) flaws. WatchGuard patches a critical flaw in its Firebox firewalls. MI6 launches a dark web snitch site. The DoD looks to cut its cybersecurity job hiring time just 25 days. Researchers trick ChatGPT agents i…

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The Burnt Chef Project: Transforming Hospitality Through Mental Wellness with Chef Ben Goldman & Tom MItchell 57:58

6d ago57:58

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Mental health and work-life balance in the kitchen are of paramount importance within the hospitality industry, and this discussion is poignantly highlighted by our distinguished guests, Chef Ben Goldman and Tom Mitchell from The Burnt Chef Project. Chef Goldman, with his extensive experience across high-volume restaurants and advocacy work, illumi…

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Brute force break-in. 28:31

6d ago28:31

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SonicWall confirms a breach in its cloud backup platform. Google patches a high-severity zero-day in Chrome. Updates on the Shai-Hulud worm. Chinese phishing emails impersonate the chair of the House China Committee. The UK’s NCA takes the reins of the Five Eyes Law Enforcement Group. RevengeHotels uses AI to deliver VenomRAT to Windows systems. A …

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Kafka’s Traveling Doll: A Story About Letting Go 🕊️ 6:32

6d ago6:32

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Let us know what you enjoy about the show! What if the things we’ve lost aren’t really missing, but simply traveling? This tender retelling of a story attributed to Franz Kafka offers a profound perspective on change, transformation, and how we might relate differently to what we feel we’ve lost. Through the tale of a little girl whose doll goes mi…

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Code beneath the sand. 31:44

7d ago31:44

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A new self-replicating malware infects the NPM repository. Microsoft and Cloudflare disrupt a Phishing-as-a-Service platform. Researchers uncover a new Fancy Bear backdoor campaign. The VoidProxy phishing-as-a-service (PhaaS) platform targets Microsoft 365 and Google accounts. A British telecom says its ransomware recovery may stretch into November…

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AI chips flow east. 26:07

8d ago26:07

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A controversial Trump administration deal gives the U.A.E. access to cutting-edge U.S. AI chips. FlowiseAI warns of a critical account takeover vulnerability. A new social engineering campaign impersonates Meta account suspension notices. A macOS Spotlight 0-day flaw bypasses Apple’s Transparency, Consent, and Control (TCC) protections. Are cost sa…

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Does Size Really Matter? Breaking the Silence on Male Enhancement | Ep. 113 34:40

8d ago34:40

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In this episode, I dive into the world of male enhancement with William Moore, founder of PhalloFILL. We discuss the cultural silence around penis size, why girth is often more important for pleasure than length, and how fillers are changing the game. William explains the science behind hyaluronic acid injections, how long results last, and why mor…

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The return of CISO Perspectives. [CISO Perspectives] 3:21

8d ago3:21

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This season on CISO Perspectives—your host, Kim Jones is digging into the issues shaping the future of cybersecurity leadership. From the regulations every CISO needs to understand, to the unexpected places privacy risks are emerging, to the new ways fraud and identity are colliding—these conversations will sharpen your strategies and strengthen yo…

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FBI botnet cleanup backfires. 29:11

9d ago29:11

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FBI botnet disruption leaves cybercriminals scrambling to pick up the pieces. Notorious ransomware gangs announce their retirement, but don’t hold your breath. Hacktivists leak data tied to China’s Great Firewall. A new report says DHS mishandled a key program designed to retain cyber talent at CISA. GPUGate malware cleverly evades analysis. WhiteC…

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✨ 5-Minute Restorative Meditation: Quality Over Quantity 5:48

10d ago5:48

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Let us know what you enjoy about the show! This short, restorative meditation guides listeners through a heart-centered practice designed to help them center themselves and shift their energy in under five minutes. • Quality over quantity: even brief moments of focused breathing can be transformative • Simple body relaxation techniques including so…

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Helen Patton: A platform to talk about security. [CISO] [Career Notes] 10:45

12d ago10:45

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Please enjoy this encore of Career Notes. Advisory CISO at Cisco, Helen Patton, shares that a combination of dumb luck, hard work and serendipity that got her to where she is today. Growing up in the country in Australia, Helen notes that computers were not really a thing. She happened into technology after moving to the US, as she was the only per…

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Why Midlife Women Stop Having Sex (and How to Fix It) | Ep. 112 6:24

11d ago6:24

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Midlife women aren’t avoiding sex—they’re avoiding pain, boredom, and frustration. In this episode, I unpack the real reasons intimacy fades during midlife and what couples can do to reconnect. From hormone shifts and low libido to communication struggles and painful sex, Karen provides practical solutions and compassionate insights to help couples…

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Data leak without a click. [Research Saturday] 22:02

11d ago22:02

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Today we are joined by Amanda Rousseau, Principal AI Security Researcher from Straiker, discussing their work on "The Silent Exfiltration: Zero‑Click Agentic AI Hack That Can Leak Your Google Drive with One Email." Straiker’s research found that enterprise AI agents can be silently manipulated to leak sensitive data, even without user clicks or ale…

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WhatsAppened to Samsung? 27:36

12d ago27:36

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Samsung patches a critical Android zero-day vulnerability. Microsoft resolves a global Exchange Online outage. CISA reaffirms its commitment to the CVE program. California passes a bill requiring web browsers to let users automatically send opt-out signals. Apple issues spyware attack warnings. The FTC opens an investigation into AI chatbots on how…

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Shuttlecocks and Belly Laughs: Work, Play, and the Power of Pause 🌿🏸✨ 4:38

12d ago4:38

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Let us know what you enjoy about the show! What if the key to a more fulfilling life isn't about squeezing more productivity from every minute but rather making space for unscheduled joy? Join me as I share the surprising lessons I've learned from playing impromptu badminton games with my husband on the narrow green strip between our cottage and th…

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Chef Ciji Castro: Reviving Latin Culinary Heritage 47:42

12d ago47:42

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Ciji Castro, the founder of Domestic Gourmet, joins us on the Walk-In Talk Podcast to explore the profound significance of culinary heritage and its impact on contemporary cuisine. This episode centers around her exquisite dish, Bistec Empanizado, which embodies not only the flavors of her cultural roots but also the essence of family legacy and co…

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Cyber and AI take center stage. 25:32

13d ago25:32

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The House passes a defense policy bill that includes new provisions on cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. Senator Wyden accuses Microsoft of “gross cybersecurity negligence” after a 2024 ransomware attack crippled healthcare giant Ascension. The White House shelves plans to split U.S. Cyber Command and the NSA. The Pentagon finalizes its lo…

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86 reasons to update. 27:59

14d ago27:59

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Patch Tuesday. A data leak sheds light on North Korean APT Kimsuky. Apple introduces Memory Integrity Enforcement. Ransomware payments have dropped sharply in the education sector in 2025. A top NCS official warns ICS security lags behind, and a senator calls U.S. cybersecurity a “hellscape”. A Ukrainian national faces federal charges and an $11 mi…

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Chalk one up for defenders. 26:20

15d ago26:20

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The open source community heads off a major npm supply chain attack. The Treasury Department sanctions cyber scam centers in Myanmar and Cambodia. Scammers abuse iCloud Calendar invites to send callback phishing emails. Researchers discover a new malware variant exploiting exposed Docker APIs. Phishing attacks abuse the Axios user agent and Microso…

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The New Face of Menopause: Hormones, Supplements & GLP-1 Therapy with Jackie Giannelli | Ep. 111 26:00

15d ago26:00

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Menopause is no longer a silent struggle. From “millennipause” to cutting-edge treatments like GLP-1s, today’s conversation with Jackie Giannelli, a board-certified family nurse practitioner specializing in women's health with extensive expertise in hormonal health, menopause, women's sexual health, and urogynecology, dives into the evolving landsc…

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Big tech, bigger fines. 30:06

16d ago30:06

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The EU fines Google $3.5 billion over adtech abuses. Cloudflare blocks record-breaking Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks. The Salesforce-Salesloft breach began months earlier with GitHub access. Researchers say the new TAG-150 cybercriminal group has been active since March. Hackers use stolen secrets to leak more than 6,700 Nx private r…

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💫 Meeting Your Future Self: A Guided Visualization for Wisdom and Clarity 🌿 10:21

18d ago10:21

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Let us know what you enjoy about the show! Doorways to clarity await in this transformative guided meditation that connects you with the wisdom of your future self. The journey begins in a quiet, safe room—your inner sanctuary of possibility. With each breath, you're guided to open windows, inviting fresh air that symbolizes the clearing of mental …

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Senses wide open, with Tyreek McDole on The K Jazz Show 36:14

17d ago36:14

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It is always a joy on The K Jazz Show to bring you the sounds and stories of artists who are not just shaping the present, but also defining the future of jazz. This Sunday, we are honored to welcome one of the brightest rising stars on the global scene — a 25-year-old Haitian-American baritone whose voice is as rich in depth as it is in vision. Ty…

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The City of Roses with Thapelo Khumisi on The K Jazz Show 28:47

17d ago28:47

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South Africa’s jazz story is a living archive, and each artist adds a new chapter to this ongoing melody. Today on The K Jazz Show, as we open our Heritage Month series, I am truly delighted to be joined by a pianist whose music is both rooted and boundless, deeply African yet universally resonant. He is internationally acclaimed, a winner of the C…

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Andrew Maloney: Never-ending thirst for knowledge. [COO] [Career Notes] 9:35

17d ago9:35

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Please enjoy this encore of Career Notes. COO and Co-Founder of Query. AI, Andrew Maloney, shares how the building blocks he learned in the military helped him get where he is today. Coming from a blue collar family with a minimal knowledge of computers, Andrew went into computer operations in the Air Force. While deployed to Oman just after the st…

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How I Knew I Was Entering Menopause: The 5 Emotional Stages | Ep. 110 6:57

18d ago6:57

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In this episode, I share what I’ve learned after coaching women through menopause and living it myself. Through my own journey and countless conversations, I’ve identified what I call the five emotional stages of menopause: What the F**, Confusion, I Need Help, Acceptance,* and Empowerment. I walk you through each stage, the struggles and frustrati…

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Don’t trust that app! [Research Saturday] 20:41

18d ago20:41

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Today we are joined by Selena Larson, co-host of Only Malware in the Building and Staff Threat Researcher and Lead Intelligence Analysis and Strategy at Proofpoint, sharing their work on "Microsoft OAuth App Impersonation Campaign Leads to MFA Phishing." Proofpoint researchers have identified campaigns where threat actors use fake Microsoft OAuth a…

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Wheels left spinning after cyber incident. 29:42

19d ago29:42

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A cyberattack disrupts Bridgestone’s manufacturing operations. CISA warns of critical vulnerabilities in products used across multiple sectors. Additional cybersecurity firms confirm data exposure in the recent Salesforce–Salesloft Drift attack. A configuration vulnerability in Sitecore products leads to remote code execution. HHS promises stricter…

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Understanding Value in Dining with Chef Paul Gaskins from The Inn at Celebration 34:22

21d ago34:22

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Chef Paul Gaskins joins us today to delve into the pressing issue of rising food costs and their implications for both the culinary industry and consumers. As we explore the intricacies of ingredient pricing, it becomes evident that these financial dynamics not only influence how restaurants curate their menus but also significantly affect the dini…

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Aisha Jackson on Voice, Presence & the Joy of Sharing Her Gifts 56:58

20d ago56:58

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Let us know what you enjoy about the show! What does it really mean to honor your body’s wisdom in a high-pressure career? Broadway star Aisha Jackson (The Great Gatsby, Frozen, Waitress) takes us behind the curtain to reveal the delicate balance between artistic excellence and personal wellbeing. Fresh from celebrating the one-year anniversary of …

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China’s cyberstorm goes global. 27:10

20d ago27:10

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Salt Typhoon marks China’s most ambitious campaign yet. A major Google outage hit Southeastern Europe. A critical zero-day flaw in FreePBX gets patched. Scattered Lapsus$ Hunters claim the Jaguar Land Rover hack. Researchers uncover a major evolution in the XWorm backdoor campaign. GhostRedirector is a new China-aligned threat actor. CISA adds a pa…

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Ransomware in the rearview. 30:10

21d ago30:10

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Jaguar Land Rover suffers a major cyberattack. ICE gains access to a powerful spyware tool. Researchers find Fancy Bear snuffling around a new Outlook backdoor. Cloudflare and Palo Alto Networks confirm compromised Salesforce data. A researcher discovers an unsecured Navy Federal Credit Union (NFCU) server. A new ClickFix scam spreads MetaStealer m…

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Blizzard warning: Amazon freezes midnight hack. 32:11

22d ago32:11

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Researchers disrupt a cyber campaign by Russia’s Midnight Blizzard. The Salesloft Drift breach continues to ripple outward. WhatsApp patches a critical flaw in its iOS and Mac apps. A fake PDF editing tool delivers the TamperChef infostealer. A hacker finds crash data Tesla claimed not to have. Spain cancels a €10 million contract with Huawei. A fr…

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From Grief to Healing: The Science of Cuddle Therapy with Keeley Shoup | Ep. 109 25:39

22d ago25:39

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In this episode of Taboo to Truth, I sit down with Keeley Shoup — co-owner of CuddleList, director of CuddleXPro, and a certified Wheel of Consent facilitator — to explore the groundbreaking world of professional cuddle therapy. Keeley explains how platonic touch, rooted in boundaries and consent, can promote healing, reduce anxiety, ease grief, an…

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Hot sauce and hot takes: An Only Malware in the Building special. [OMITB] 36:37

24d ago36:37

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Welcome in! You’ve entered, Only Malware in the Building — but this time, it’s not just another episode. This is a special edition you won’t want to miss. For the first time, our hosts are together in-studio — and they’re turning up the heat. Literally. Join ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Selena Larson⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Proofpoint⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ intelligence analyst and host of their po…

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S2 Ep8: James Brown, Head Chef at Unilever Food Solutions Academy shares his thoughts on the importance of education across the food service industry, and how the organisation is looking to support Chefs ... 17:29

24d ago17:29

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The UFS Academy is a free, online training portal created for Chefs, by Chefs, covering everything from the art of plating to mental health in the kitchen. James Brown, Head Chef at the UFS Academy shares his passion for the hospitality sector and highlights what he wishes he had known about it at the start of his own career. Each month, Serving Su…

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Live from Black Hat: Ransomware, Responsible Disclosure, and the Rise of AI [Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast] 43:56

23d ago43:56

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While our team is observing the Labor Day holiday in the US, we hope you will enjoy this episode of The Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast . New episodes airs on the N2K CyberWIre network every other Wednesday. In this episode of the Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast, host⁠ ⁠⁠Sherrod DeGrippo is live from Black Hat 2025 with a special lineup…

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The labor behind the labor. [Special Edition] 35:26

23d ago35:26

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This Labor Day, we’re celebrating more than just a holiday. Join us in celebrating not just the work, but the people who make it possible — the labor behind the labor.We’re honoring the people who bring their creativity, dedication, and passion to every corner of N2K. The work you hear, read, and see from us doesn’t happen by accident. It’s the res…

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🌿 Meditation for Fresh Starts: Embrace Change & New Beginnings 8:28

24d ago8:28

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Let us know what you enjoy about the show! Life is full of transitions—some chosen, some unexpected. Fresh starts can feel both exciting and overwhelming, and often we forget to pause long enough to honor the shift. This guided meditation will help you release what no longer serves you, carry forward the wisdom of what’s behind you, and gently step…