Cyber Crime Junkies
4.8(30)

Cyber Crime Junkies

by Cyber Crime Junkies. Host David Mauro.

334 episodesLatest 2 days agoEN-US

Entertaining & Sarcastic Podcast about dramatic stories on cyber and AI, which actually help people and organizations protect themselves online and stop cybercrime.

Find all content at www.CyberCrimeJunkies.com and videos on YouTube & Rumble @CyberCrimeJunkiesPodcast


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Recent reviews on Apple Podcasts (5)
  • My favorite cybersecurity podcast

    Love these guys. They make having natural conversations look easy.

    tweeterbnb ·

  • Entertaining and Educational!

    Awesome perspective and knowledge about cybersecurity. Each interview brings something different with a fun and easy listen!

    Jbird060808 ·

  • DR APPROVED

    This podcast rocks. We listen to it all day long at our clinic. Fun and makes us think about security things we never did before.

    CybercrimeJunkiesPodcast ·

  • Awesomeness

    Love the interview style, research and plain language your team uses. Fun and interesting. The interviews of experts are smooth and professional and your storytelling is great!

    Zackmn ·

  • Greatest cyber show

    We all enjoy this at the club. We laugh along and are shocked by the findings. Who knew there was so much on the dark web! Love it!

    XavierGate34 ·

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Episodes (334)

  1. From Easy Target to Fraud Proof: How a Former Cybercrime Godfather Reveals the Scams Most People Miss

    Jun 16, 202648m#46

    Can Brett Johnson Help You SPOT Fraud Before it's Too Late? Brett Johnson joins us to talk about spotting fraud before its too late. We discuss how to limit cyber risk for small business, ways to identify refund fraud, A

  2. Why Hackers Love When You Deploy Agentic AI

    Jun 14, 202652m#56

    New Episode🔥The Cybercrime Junkies show is nonfiction true crime with leadership interviews, diving into the world of cybercrime and cybersecurity, offering insights for cybersecurity for beginners and non-technical peo

  3. From Trusted Employee to Biggest Threat: How One Badge Turned Into a Nightmare

    Jun 14, 202620m#8

    🔥The Cybercrime Junkies show debunks the myth of the typical cyber villain, focusing on how everyday situations can lead to significant `cyber security` breaches. We discuss real-world `cybercrime` scenarios involving `

  4. Safeguarding Your Privacy: How to Delete Your Data

    Jun 12, 20261h 0m#13

    David Mauro interviews Merry Marwig, a data privacy advocate, and Jeff Jockisch, founder of Obscure IQ , about how data brokers work and how to delete your data by discussing the intersection of privacy and personal data

  5. What's Next for Humanity with Artificial Intelligence?

    Jun 10, 202646m#10

    What's Next for Humanity with Artificial Intelligence? David Mauro interviews Mike Acerra, the president and founder of Luxblox, about AI and its role in humanity. They discuss the evolution of technology, from typewrite

  6. Cybersecurity and Society | Insights from Lux Blox Inventor Mike Acerra

    Jun 6, 20261h 1m#8

    New Episode🔥This thought-provoking video explores the intricacies of human biology, detailing the trillions of unconscious decisions our bodies make daily, from immune responses to cell division. It raises questions abo

  7. Ransomware Negotiations EXPOSED: Inside Cyber Hostage Deals with Kurtis Minder

    Jun 1, 20261h 2m#3

    Kurtis Minder, seasoned ransomware negotiator, shares insights into the complex world of cybercrime negotiations. He discusses the psychological aspects of negotiating with cybercriminals, the role of AI in both offense

  8. CYBERCRIME: How Will You FIGHT BACK?

    May 31, 202628m#49

    New Episode🔥This one explores why news outlets focus on the aftermath of a data breach but rarely on the lives impacted. We discuss cybersecurity in the age of AI dangers and its impact on individuals. It's time we addr

  9. Cybersecurity is Bigger Than Hacking | Nate Butler on Career Pathways, Mentorship & GRC

    May 28, 202643m

    Cybersecurity is Bigger Than Hacking | Nate Butler on Career Pathways, Mentorship & GRC Chapters 0:00 Welcome to Cyber Crime Junkies 0:31 From IT to Cybersecurity | Nate's Career Shift 3:34 The Mentor Moment That Changed

  10. How Hackers Control You | AI Mind Control

    May 27, 202636m#5

    Dr Sergio Sanchez joins Cyber Crime Junkies to discuss the Know Be 4 convention and AI social engineering. A live demo of Deepfakes to show how easily it can be done. CHAPTERS 00:00 Dr. Sergio Sanchez 02:30 KnowBe4 Confe

  11. FBI Profiling & Negotiation.

    May 26, 202639m#11

    We are joined today by special guest, former FBI special agent Nancy Aguilar, who had worked the Boston Marathon Bombing and other high-profile investigations. She is also the host and creator of Baddass in heels: https:

  12. Secret Service Agents Reveal CRIMINALS' Most Shocking Mind Control Tricks

    May 25, 202650m#2

    This conversation with Brad Beeler about his new book Tell Me Everything (grab your copy: https://a.co/d/0187Wj1M) is crucial for understanding law enforcement techniques and effective crime prevention strategies. Stay i

  13. MOVING TARGET

    May 25, 20263m#4

    Exciting announcement for our podcast listeners. Our non-fiction True crime Book MOVING TARGET: ART OF ONLINE CAMOFLAUGE was just published. Moving Target: The Art of Online Camouflage is available now on Amazon — paperb

  14. AI's Innocent | Your Cyber Flaws Steal the Show!

    May 24, 202648m#17

    Have you ever noticed how we keep telling ourselves cyber risk is a “future problem” right up until it walks in the front door wearing a name badge? Because in this episode, we’re not talking about Hollywood hackers or h

  15. Higher Education under Cyber Attack. Clemson CISO John Hoyt.

    May 23, 202658m#67

    John Hoyt, the CISO of Clemson University, shares his journey into cybersecurity and discusses the top cyber risks in higher education. He recounts his first experience with an ethical hacker and how it sparked his inter

  16. 23andMe | Your DNA Was SOLD | What To Do NOW.

    May 17, 202614m#40

    23andMe | Your DNA Was SOLD | What To Do NOW. How people can delete their 23andMe data 23andMe has an automated account deletion process inside account settings. Practical steps, in human terms: Log in, go to Account Set

  17. Ransomware Real Life Stories Effect On People. PART 2

    May 16, 202648m#5

    Robert Cioffi, CEO of a leading NY MSP and discusses ransomware real life stories effect on people, ransomware shocking toll on people from a real life victim perspective, and the ransomware impact on real life small bus

  18. Ransomware Real Life Stories Effect On People. PART 1

    May 15, 202635m#4

    Robert Cioffi, CEO of a leading NY MSP and discusses ransomware real life stories effect on people, ransomware shocking toll on people from a real life victim perspective, and the ransomware impact on real life small bus

  19. Cambodia's Billion Dollar Scam | An FBI Agent's Jaw Dropping Peek Inside!

    May 13, 202653m#35

    New Episode🔥We dive into the world of cybercrime and cybersecurity with Retired FBI Agent Scott Augenbaum about Cambodia's Billion Dollar Scam complexes, offering insights for cybersecurity for beginners and seasoned pr

  20. What Powers a Leader LIKE Crowdstrike CTO to Climb to the TOP?

    May 9, 20261h 1m#42

    What Powers a Leader LIKE Crowdstrike CTO to Climb to the TOP? At 17, he left his Caribbean home and came to the US. After initial struggles she landed a job and after inserting his way into a tech issue, the trajectory

  21. Cybersecurity's Biggest Failure Is AI | Nobody's Talking About THIS

    May 8, 202659m#1

    New Episode🔥Cybersecurity's Biggest Failure Is AI | Nobody's Talking About THIS Chapters 00:00 Welcome to Cyber Crime Junkies Chaos Episode 02:30 Vatican IT Expert Teaches a Friar to Answer an iPhone 05:00 Tech Support

  22. Shadows Within: A Spy Unmasks How Insider Risk Affects Cyber Security

    May 5, 202656m#24

    Former Spy and intelligence officer, Shawnee Delaney, join us. She is the founder and CEO of Vaillance Group ( https://www.vaillancegroup.com ) and spent nearly a decade with the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) as a de

  23. US Secret Service in Action. Exclusive.

    May 1, 202650m#35

    Paul Eckloff was a US Secret Service Agent for 23 years. 14 of which were spent protecting the US Presidents. Before that? Paul was a High School Teacher. Today? Paul is one of the top cybersecurity, privacy and data exp

  24. This New Rule Can DESTROY Your Sales Overnight: CMMC's Wide Reach

    Apr 27, 202641m#51

    CMMC 2.0 explained in plain English — what it means for small businesses, defense contractors, and vendors across the DoD supply chain. Learn about Level 1 vs Level 2, self-attestation risks, C3PAO shortages, compliance

  25. Baby Al Capone. New Wave of Online Violence Stories.

    Apr 23, 202653m#6

    Shocking True Crime Stories. Baby Al Capone, Swatting & SIM Swaps Mind-blowing episode about Violence-as-a-service, Dark Web forums, Deadly Swatting events and the unbelievable story of a 15 year old affluent suburban ch