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Latest podcast episodes about chris hadnagy

The Social-Engineer Podcast
Ep. 306 - The 4th Monday Series - Changing The Game - New Sport Tech with Seth Daniels

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 28:19


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 Seth Daniels. Seth is the Director of Customer Experience and a founding employee of Rapsodo Inc., an industry leader in sports technology. Seth helped launch Rapsodo in the United States in 2015, particularly on the Diamond Sports side focusing on baseball and softball. He's worked with all 30 MLB clubs, more than 90% of all D1 college programs and thousands of other amateur teams and organizations. [May 26, 2025]   00:00 - Intro 00:49 - Mike Holfeld Intro 01:03 - Today's Guest: Seth Daniels 02:01 - 24 Hours to Singapore 05:33 - Immediate Instant Reactions! 07:23 - Setting a Baseline 08:43 - Data: A Piece of the Puzzle 11:21 - Ohtani 13:06 - Age Appropriate 15:22 - Women's Sports 17:16 - Spin Doctors 19:56 - For the Hitters 22:29 - Finding the Sweet Spot 24:31 - Future Evolution 25:50 - Find Seth Daniels Online -          rapsodo.com 26:14 - Don't Forget Golf 27:13 - Wrap Up 27:31 - Next Month: Congressman Darron Soto 27:58 - Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org   Find us online: -          Chris Hadnagy -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christopherhadnagy

The Social-Engineer Podcast
Ep. 305 - Security Awareness Series - Using Empathy to Not Become a Mushroom with Julie Chatman

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 36:37


Today on the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Security Awareness Series, Chris is joined by Julie Chatman. Julie is a distinguished cybersecurity executive with nearly two decades of experience in cybersecurity strategy, risk management, and AI governance.   She began her career in the U.S. Navy, serving on active duty as a Hospital Corpsman specializing in Medical Laboratory Science & Technology. Her transition into cybersecurity began at the FBI, where strong mentorship shaped her approach to leadership, problem solving, and talent development.   She currently serves as the Deputy Chief Information Security Officer for Finance at the Virginia Information Technologies Agency (VITA), where she is focused on driving risk reduction across state agencies. The role is part of a strategic engagement through her company, ResilientTech Advisors.   Julie leads CyberPath Coaching, where she draws on her experience as an active CISO to mentor cybersecurity professionals, accelerate their growth, and prepare them for executive roles. She works with individuals breaking into the field, mid-career professionals, aspiring CISOs, and cybersecurity entrepreneurs. [May 19, 2025]   00:00 - Intro 00:53 - Intro Links: -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/                                                02:03 - Julie Chatman Intro 03:14 - A Hungry Brain 04:25 - We Are Mushroomed 05:54 - Being an Enabler 10:13 - Speak Their Language 13:33 - Assigning Responsibility 16:05 - A Tool, Not a Replacement 20:35 - Career Challenges 22:40 - Strategic Empathy 23:46 - Setting Boundaries 24:15 - Narrative Control 25:38 - Staying Positive 29:39 - The Target is the Same 32:09 - Book Recommendations -          World War Z  - Max Brooks 33:20 - Mentors -          MB Kinder -          Martha Williams 35:14 - Find Julie Chatman Online -          Website: cyberpathcoaching.net -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/julie-chatman-mba-infosec 35:54     Wrap Up & Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org

The Social-Engineer Podcast
Ep. 304 - Human Element Series - Dr. Intergalactic and Using AI to Save The World with Dr. Jose Morey

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 39:45


Today we are joined by José Morey, M.D. Dr. Morey is Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Ad Astra Media LLC, an Eisenhower Fellow, and Co-Founder of Ever Medical Technologies. He is a health and technology keynote speaker, author, and consultant for NASA, Forbes, MIT, the United Nations World Food Program and the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. He is considered the world's first Intergalactic Doctor and is often featured on Forbes, Univision, CNBC, and NASA360. He coined Puerto Rico as the future "Silicon Island” as appeared in Forbes, The Weekly Journal, Reddit and Hispanic Executive. Additionally, he is co-author of "LatinX Business Success".  [May 12, 2025]   00:00 - Intro 00:19 - Intro Links -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/                                01:37 - Dr. Jose Morey Intro 02:30 - A Marriage of Pursuits 09:48 - What is an Intergalactic Doctor? 12:21 - S.T.E.A.M. 16:51 - Limited Trust of AI 23:49 - A Tool is Amoral 27:03 - Ad Astra 31:05 - The Power of Representation 33:13 - Find Dr. Jose Morey Online -          Website:   adastrasteammedia.org -          LinkedIn: in/drjosemorey -          Instagram: @adastramedia_org 33:55 - Book Recommendations -          Leonardo da Vinci Books -          I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings - Maya Angelou -          Quantum Mechanics Books 35:14 - Mentors -          Family -          Grandmother 37:36 - Helping in a Healthy Way 39:09 - Guest Wrap Up & Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org

The Social-Engineer Podcast
Ep. 303 - The Doctor Is In Series - Emotional Regulation in the Workplace

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 34:01


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 discussing Emotional Regulation in the Workplace.  They will talk about the different strategies that can be used to help, not just at work, but in most areas of our lives. [May 5, 2025]   00:00 - Intro 00:38 - Dr. Abbie Maroño Intro 00:57 - Intro Links -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/                                 02:30 - The Topic of the Day: Emotional Regulation in the Workplace 04:14 - Strategy 1: Deep Acting 14:10 - Strategy 2: Mindfulness & Acceptance 19:24 - Strategy 3: Social Sharing 26:40 - Strategy 4: Humor & Distraction 31:21 - Wrap Up 33:07 - Next Month: The Lonely Chapter 33:41 - Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org   Find us online: -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dr-abbie-maroño-phd -          Instagram: @DoctorAbbieofficial -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christopherhadnagy     References: Kalokerinos, E. K., Résibois, M., Verduyn, P., & Kuppens, P. (2017). The temporal deployment of emotion regulation strategies during negative emotional episodes. Emotion, 17(3), 450–458. https://doi.org/10.1037/emo0000248 Côté, S., & Hideg, I. (2011). The consequences of faking emotions: Emotional dissonance, relationship quality, and employee well-being. Emotion, 11(4), 803–815. https://doi.org/10.1037/a0023868 Lomas, T., Medina, J. C., Ivtzan, I., Rupprecht, S., & Eiroa-Orosa, F. J. (2019). The impact of mindfulness on well-being and performance in the workplace: An inclusive systematic review of the empirical literature. European Journal of Work and Organizational Psychology, 28(6), 782–804. https://doi.org/10.1080/1359432X.2019.1659420 Bono, J. E., Foldes, H. J., Vinson, G., & Muros, J. P. (2007). Workplace emotions: The role of supervision and leadership. Journal of Applied Psychology, 92(5), 1357–1367. https://doi.org/10.1037/0021-9010.92.5.1357 Clayton, S. (2024). Working well: The simple act of taking deep breaths can reduce stress and anxiety. Associated Press. Ordali, E., et al. (2024). Exhaustion at work can lead to difficulty controlling emotions, scientists say. The Guardian. Mesmer-Magnus, J., Glew, D. J., & Viswesvaran, C. (2012). A meta-analysis of positive humor in the workplace. Journal of Managerial Psychology, 27(2), 155–190. https://doi.org/10.1108/02683941211199554 Scheibe, S., & Zacher, H. (2013). A lifespan perspective on emotion regulation, stress, and well-being in the workplace. In The Oxford Handbook of Stress, Health, and Coping (pp. 291–306). Oxford University Press. https://doi.org/10.1093/oxfordhb/9780195375343.013.0017

The Social-Engineer Podcast
Ep. 302 - The 4th Monday Series - From Scam Victim to Investment Guru with Kayla Lussier

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 25:06


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 Kayla Lussier. Kayla is the co-founder of Money Match, a platform championing financial wellness by connecting real estate investors and small businesses with the capital they need to thrive. Her 15 years in healthcare as a nurse practitioner have instilled in her a deep understanding of holistic well-being – mind, body, and wallet. [April 28, 2025]   00:00 - Intro 00:16 - Mike Holfeld Intro 00:47 - Today's Guest: Kayla Lussier 01:53 - Jumping In Too Quickly 03:22 - Getting Burned 07:35 - Don't Mess with Kayla! 09:07 - Making a Match 13:21 - Play is the Way 15:17 - Mitigating the Risks 18:26 - Digital Nomads Welcome 21:25 - Find Kayla Lussier Online -          Website: moneymatchapp.com 22:30 - Silver Tsunami 24:26 - Wrap Up 24:40 - Next Month: Baseball Technology 24:50 - Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org   Find us online: -          Chris Hadnagy -          Twitter: @humanhacker -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christopherhadnagy

The Social-Engineer Podcast
Ep. 301 - Security Awareness Series - Leadership Relationships and Becoming a CISO with Travis Farral

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 30:16


Today on the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Security Awareness Series, Chris is joined by Travis Farral. Travis has been working in information security since the 90s at places such as Nokia, ExxonMobil, and XTO Energy. He is currently VP & CISO at Archaea Energy, a bp owned, renewable natural gas company based in Houston, Texas. He has spoken at events around world on topics such as Cyber Threat Intelligence, MITRE ATT&CK, and Incident Response. Notable activities during his career include everything from programming logic controllers, building and leading SOCs, driving forklifts, standing up cybersecurity teams, developing threat intelligence programs, and handling responses to incidents, among many other things over the last few decades. [April 21, 2025]   00:00 - Intro 00:18 - Intro Links: -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/                                                02:08 - Travis Farral Intro 02:58 - A Different Path than Today 05:25 - Healthy Hacking 08:08 - Anything Can Be Weaponized 10:54 - Questionable Behavior 14:31 - Smash That Report Button!!! 18:58 - Improving Our Odds 21:00 - You Have to Keep It Simple 22:25 - Letters to a Young CISO 24:20 - Find Travis Farral online -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/travisfarral 25:01 - Mentors -          Shawn Edwards -          Jay Leek 27:02 - Book Recommendations -          R. E. Lee: A Biography  - Douglas Southall Freeman 29:34 - Wrap Up & Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org

The Social-Engineer Podcast
Ep. 300 - Human Element Series - Celebrating 300 Episodes of The Social Engineer Podcast

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 54:23


Today we are celebrating our 300th episode! Chris will be joined by some friends as he discusses how the podcast got started - back in 2009, how it has evolved, including the creation of multiple series, and the direction for the future. [April 14, 2025]   00:00 - Intro 00:22 - Intro Links -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/                                02:45 - Social-Engineer Origin Story 03:59 - The Human Element Series 05:34 - The Security Awareness Series 06:03 - The Doctor Is In Series 06:12 - The SE ETC. Series 06:28 - The 4th Monday Series 07:05 - The Future 07:43 - Amanda Drops By 08:35 - Ooof! 09:12 - SE Trivia 13:17 - A Video Celebration! 21:16 - Neil Fallon Drops By 52:50 - Wrap Up 53:56 - Outro -           www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org

StaR Coach Show
437: Human Hacking: Insights on Empathy and Decision-Making with Chris Hagnagy

StaR Coach Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 34:28


Do you lead with empathy and kindness? What guides your decision-making process? Our show is packed with interesting information that is top-tier in relevance to what's happening in the world around us every day. Today's guest has amazing expertise gained from his unique perspective as a hacker and a social engineer. He's a trailblazer in the field with much to teach us. Join our conversation!Chris Hadnagy is the founder and CEO of Social-Engineer LLC, a company specializing in education and training in social engineering. In addition to training law enforcement officers and working with businesses, Chris works with some of the world's leaders in scientific research in social engineering. He wrote his book, Human Hacking: Win Friends, Influence People, and Achieve Your Goals, which delves into the intriguing world of human interaction and communication. In this conversation, we dive into Chris' profound insights about how empathy, generosity, and kindness can be harnessed to navigate these complexities in our modern society. Show Highlights:Chris' path to understanding how we make decisionsHackers, strong emotions, and a lack of critical thinkingGuarding against common scams in today's worldUsing empathy and kindness in the corporate worldUnmasking manipulation: “What is your intent?”Ways we communicate with othersIs your company ruled by fear?Analyzing possible breakdowns and vulnerabilities to find ways to build strengthCharacteristics of bad cultureChris' learnings about self-awarenessFinal takeaways from ChrisResources:Connect with Chris Hadnagy: Website, LinkedIn, Human Hacking: Win Friends, Influence People, and Achieve Your Goals, Facebook, and the Innocent Lives FoundationConnect with Meg:ENROLLING NOW FOR THE SPRING MENTOR PROGRAM BEGINNING IN APRIL 2025 and the FALL MENTOR PROGRAM beginning in August. Click here for more information and sign up now! Explore the STaR Coach Community and see what's available there for you!Visit the STaR Coach Show YouTube Channel! Subscribe today! Join our live show taping on the 3rd Thursday of every month at 1 pm CT. Explore past episodes and other resources at www.STaRcoachshow.com.

The Social-Engineer Podcast
Ep. 299 - The Doctor Is In Series - Why Do We Cry?

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 25:37


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 discussing Why Do We Cry? They will talk about the psychological and biological influence on our crying, as well as those that cry too much, too little, and how to get support to find the right balance. [April 7, 2025]   00:00 - Intro 00:16 - Dr. Abbie Maroño Intro 00:31 - Intro Links -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/                                 02:55 - The Topic of the Day: Why do we cry? 03:23 - An Emotional Release 04:50 - Biologically Speaking 06:15 - Crying Too Much? 10:14 - Chemical Reaction 12:12 - Let It Out! 15:25 - Suppression Depression 18:38 - Symptom, Not Cause 20:32 - The Hormone Effect 21:22 - Best Next Steps 23:53 - Wrap Up 24:23 - Next Month: Emotional Regulation in the Workplace 25:25 - Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org   Find us online: -          Twitter: @DrAbbieofficial -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dr-abbie-maroño-phd -          Instagram: @DoctorAbbieofficial -          Twitter: @humanhacker -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christopherhadnagy     References: Bagby, D. G. (1999). Seeing through our tears: Why we cry, how we heal. Augsburg Books. Bylsma, L. M., Gračanin, A., & Vingerhoets, A. J. (2019). The neurobiology of human crying. Clinical Autonomic Research, 29, 63-73. Feeny, N. C., Zoellner, L. A., Fitzgibbons, L. A., & Foa, E. B. (2000). Exploring the roles of emotional numbing, depression, and dissociation in PTSD. Journal of traumatic stress, 13, 489-498. Gračanin, A., Bylsma, L. M., & Vingerhoets, A. J. (2014). Is crying a self-soothing behavior?. Frontiers in psychology, 5, 82046. Holguín-Lew, J. C., & Bell, V. (2013). “When I Want to Cry I Can't”: Inability to Cry Following SSRI Treatment. Revista Colombiana de Psiquiatría, 42(4), 304-310. Lilley, M. (2019). Why We Cry: The Science of Tears. Compass Point Books. Millings, A., Hepper, E. G., Hart, C. M., Swift, L., & Rowe, A. C. (2016). Holding back the tears: Individual differences in adult crying proneness reflect attachment orientation and attitudes to crying. Frontiers in psychology, 7, 196642. Ramirez, S. M., Glover, H., Ohlde, C., Mercer, R., Hamlin, C., Goodnick, P., & Perez-Rivera, M. I. (2001). Relationship of numbing to alexithymia, apathy, and depression. Psychological Reports, 88(1), 189-200. Steer, R. (2011). Self-reported inability to cry as a symptom of anhedonic depression in outpatients with a major depressive disorder. Psychological reports, 108(3), 874-882. Trimble, M. (2014). Why humans like to cry: Tragedy, evolution, and the brain. Oxford University Press. Vingerhoets, A. J., & Bylsma, L. M. (2016). The riddle of human emotional crying: A challenge for emotion researchers. Emotion Review, 8(3), 207-217. Vingerhoets, A. J., & Scheirs, J. G. (2012). Crying and health. In Adult crying (pp. 227-246). Routledge. Vingerhoets, A. J., Cornelius, R. R., Van Heck, G. L., & Becht, M. C. (2000). Adult crying: A model and review of the literature. Review of General Psychology, 4(4), 354-377. Walter, C. (2006). Why do we cry?. Scientific American Mind, 17(6), 44-51.

Brain Matters Radio
Brain Matters S11.E15: Social Engineering: The Art of Human Hacking

Brain Matters Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 62:30


Dr Guenther interviews Chris Hadnagy, master hacker and author of the best-selling book Human Hacking. The post Brain Matters S11.E15: Social Engineering: The Art of Human Hacking first appeared on Capstone Voices Podcasting Network.

The Social-Engineer Podcast
Ep. 260 - The SE ETC Series - Suffering Through a Romance Scam with Nadja El Fertasi REPLAY

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 46:02


REPLAY (Original Air Date May 27, 2024) *Please note that this episode contains discussions regarding abuse that some may find disturbing. Welcome to the Social-Engineer Podcast: The SE Etc. Series. This series will be hosted by Chris Hadnagy, CEO of Social-Engineer LLC, and The Innocent Lives Foundation, as well as Social-Engineer.Org and The Institute for Social Engineering. Join Chris as he discusses topics and news pertaining to the world of Social Engineering. Today, Chris is joined by Nadja El Fertasi. Nadja is a leading figure in fostering emotional resilience within the digital age. Her comprehensive expertise spans crisis management, strategic stakeholder communication, and emotional intelligence, creating a unified approach to enhance the human side of digital advancements. Having spent nearly two decades at NATO, including a significant role in the NATO Communications and Information Agency focusing on Digital Transformation & Cybersecurity, Nadja has been a pivotal figure in strategic engagement and communications. This role highlighted her commitment to navigating and leading through the complexities of cybersecurity and digital transformation. With over 15 years dedicated to cybersecurity at NATO, Nadja has emerged as a respected expert in her field. Her contribution to the cybersecurity community was acknowledged in "Hacking Gender Barriers: Europe's Top Cyberwomen," by the Women4Cyber foundation, which recognized her as one of Europe's influential figures in cybersecurity. Today, Nadja is the voice behind the EQ Elevator Podcast, where she assists businesses in cultivating leadership that's resilient and equipped for the digital age's challenges. Her work is dedicated to shaping a safer, more emotionally intelligent digital landscape, where individuals and organizations can thrive amidst technological disruptions. [May 27, 2024]   00:00 - Intro 00:19 - 2024 State of Vishing Report 01:01 - Intro Links -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/                                                 03:11 - Nadja El Fertasi Intro 05:02 - The Importance of Sharing 07:14 - Romance Scam: Nadja's Story 13:51 - The Other Side 15:59 - The Red Flags 19:13 - A Gift and a Curse 23:22 - Taking Responsibility 25:24 - Love, Not Romance 27:05 - Navigating the Apps 32:28 - Reality Check 37:27 - Being Human 39:39 - Learning From "No" 41:28 - Where to Report 42:25 - Wrap Up 43:58 - Find Nadja El Fertasi Online -          LinkedIn: in/nadja-elfertasi -          Instagram: @nadjafertasi 45:17 - Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org   Find us online -          Chris Hadnagy -          Twitter: @humanhacker -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christopherhadnagy

The Social-Engineer Podcast
Ep. 298 - The 4th Monday Series - Top Tips for Investing Intelligently with Nancy Hecht

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 24:36


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 Nancy Hecht. Nancy started in the financial service business in 1983 as a registered Rep, moved to Certified Financial Group in 1988, and became a CFP in 1994. She is now a fee-based CFP where she provides comprehensive planning and investment management. [March 24, 2025]   00:00 - Intro 00:18 - Mike Holfeld Intro 00:46 - Today's Guest: Nancy Hecht 01:08 - Topic of the Day: Financial Advice 01:31 - The Ever-Changing Future of Taxes 02:51 - Roth IRA vs 401K 05:35 - The Difference Between Need and Want 07:54 - Prepping for Retirement 11:37 - Being Diversified 13:11 - Crypto 15:05 - Toe in the Sock Money 16:49 - The Big 5 17:41 - Pay Yourself First 18:37 - Basic Tips 19:11 - Don't Panic! 21:09 - Closing Advice 22:32 - Find Nancy Hecht Online -          Website: hechteffect.net -          Email: n.hecht@financialgroup.com -          Phone: 407-869-9800 22:52 - Wrap Up 23:19 - Next Month: Baseball Technology 24:12 - Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org   Find us online: -          Chris Hadnagy -          Twitter: @humanhacker -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christopherhadnagy

Networking Rx
Do This To Hack Into The Humanity Of Your Network (EPS 790)

Networking Rx

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 27:11


Author and social engineer Chris Hadnagy offers insights into how empathy, generosity, and kindness can be harnessed to navigate the complexities of modern society. Find his book at https://humanhackingbook.com/. For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at frankagin@amspirit.com.

Turmeric and Tequila
247. Social Engineering: Chris Hadnagy

Turmeric and Tequila

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 50:28


“Understanding the ways humans make decisions is integral in everything we do from maintaining security to communicating with the people in your life. Social engineering skills, when used properly, can make your life so much better.” – Chris Hadnagy  Welcome back to Turmeric & Tequila with your host, Kristen Olson, where we dive into the delicate balance of disruption and dialogue in pursuit of a better way. In this episode, we're thrilled to have Chris Hadnagy, a distinguished leader in the field of social engineering. Kristen and Chris explore the complexities of human behavior, uncovering the motives behind our actions and the profound influence of ethical social engineering. From Chris's diverse career path to his work in cybersecurity and his nonprofit organization, the Innocent Lives Foundation, this conversation is rich with insights on communication, ethical influence, and the intersection of human connection with modern technology. Tune in as we discuss the importance of emotional intelligence, the evolving landscape of AI, and the ways we can use social engineering practices for the greater good. If you're passionate about understanding and improving human interactions, this episode is a must-listen.   Time Stamps: 00:00 Sponsors Shoutout and Highlights 05:48 Ethical Hacking Framework Development 09:22 Creative Pretexts for Infiltration 11:01 Cybersecurity: Protecting, Educating, Enhancing Lives 14:47 Geolocating Dark Web Exploiters 17:22 Addressing Digital Sextortion Challenges 19:54 Supportive Parenting Through Mistakes 23:09 Instant Gratification's Hidden Costs 28:28 Podcaster on Human Stories & Challenges 30:48 Workshops on Elicitation and Non-verbals 34:12 Parental Safety Advice Scenario 36:28 Apologizing Builds Respect 40:00 AI: A Double-Edged Sword 43:30 Connect with Me on LinkedIn 47:10 Family Over Fortune 49:39 "Life Skills Through Sports"   Chris Hadnagy: Chris Hadnagy is the Founder and CEO of Social-Engineer, LLC. During Chris' 19 years in information security, he created the world's first social engineering framework and newsletter. He has also hosted the first social engineering-based podcast. Chris is the Founder, Executive Director, and Board Member, for the Innocent Lives Foundation, a nonprofit organization that identifies anonymous child predators and helps bring them to justice. Having written five books on social engineering, Chris is also a well-known author. His most recent book, “Human Hacking: Win Friends, Influence People and Leave Them Better Off for Having Met You,” was released January 5, 2021. Chris leads the way in educating people about social engineering. He created the world's first Social Engineering Capture the Flag (SECTF) to raise awareness of this serious threat. Chris is also an Adjunct Professor of Social Engineering for the University of Arizona's NSA designated Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Operations (CAE-CO). And he also lectures and teaches about social engineering around the globe. Moreover, he was invited to speak at the Pentagon and other high-security facilities. Chris works with some of the world's leaders in scientific research for the purpose of acquiring a deeper understanding of social engineering. Notably, Chris authored a book with Dr. Paul Ekman regarding the use of nonverbal communication by social engineers. Chris is certified as an Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP), as well as an Offensive Security Wireless Professional (OSWP). He is also the creator of the Social Engineering Pentest Professional (SEPP), Certified Ethical Social Engineer (CESE), and Master's Level Social Engineering (MLSE), certifications.   Chris' published books include: – Social Engineering: The Art of Human Hacking – Unmasking the Social Engineer: The Human Element of Security – Phishing Dark Waters: The Offensive and Defensive Sides of Malicious E-mails – Social Engineering: The Science of Human Hacking 2nd Edition – Human Hacking: Win Friends, Influence People, and Leave Them Better Off for Having Met You https://www.facebook.com/socialengineerllc/ https://www.instagram.com/socialengineerllc https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopherhadnagy/   Connect with T&T: IG: @TurmericTequila Facebook: @TurmericAndTequila Website: www.TurmericAndTequila.com Host: Kristen Olson IG: @Madonnashero Tik Tok: @Madonnashero Website: www.KOAlliance.com WATCH HERE   MORE LIKE THIS: https://youtu.be/ZCFQSpFoAgI?si=Erg8_2eH8uyEgYZF   https://youtu.be/piCU9JboWuY?si=qLdhFKCGdBzuAeuI https://youtu.be/9Vs2JDzJJXk?si=dpjV31GDqTroUKWH  

Black Hills Information Security
2025-05-24 - Get Political (With Jake Williams)

Black Hills Information Security

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 62:29


00:00 - PreShow Banter™ — Get Political05:27 - BHIS - Talkin' Bout [infosec] News 2025-02-2506:07 - Story # 1: Trump 2.0 Brings Cuts to Cyber, Consumer Protections37:57 - Story # 2: OpenAI Uncovers Evidence of A.I.-Powered Chinese Surveillance Tool49:48 - Story # 3: Apple pulls data protection tool after UK government security row55:00 - Story # 4: Judge dismisses Chris Hadnagy lawsuit against DEF CON

The Nonprofit Exchange: Leadership Tools & Strategies
Stopping Predators: The Mission of the Innocent Lives Foundation

The Nonprofit Exchange: Leadership Tools & Strategies

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 26:27


In this episode of the Nonprofit Exchange, I had the privilege of speaking with Chris Hadnagy, founder of the Innocent Lives Foundation (ILF). Chris shared his journey from being a cybersecurity expert to becoming a passionate advocate for child protection. He recounted a pivotal moment in his career when he discovered a child predator during a job, which opened his eyes to the severity of child exploitation in America. Chris explained the mission of the ILF, which focuses on stopping child predators before they can harm children. He emphasized the importance of working closely with law enforcement and shared the organization's unique approach to safely conducting research on the dark web without exposing volunteers to illegal content. Over the past seven and a half years, the ILF has successfully handed over 568 cases to law enforcement agencies, making a significant impact in the fight against child exploitation. We discussed the alarming statistics surrounding child abuse material, with millions of images reported each year, and the rise of sextortion, where predators manipulate children into sharing explicit content. Chris provided valuable insights for parents on recognizing the signs of grooming and the importance of open communication with their children about these dangers. Throughout our conversation, Chris highlighted the need for community involvement and support for organizations like the ILF. He encouraged listeners to take action, whether through donations, volunteering, or simply having crucial conversations with their children about safety and trust. This episode serves as a powerful reminder of the pervasive issue of child exploitation and the collective responsibility we all share in protecting our children. I hope you find this discussion as enlightening and motivating as I did. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Social-Engineer Podcast
Ep. 294 - The 4th Monday Series - Accidentally Wes Anderson with Wally Koval

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 21:54


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 Wally Koval. Wally is the founder and creator of Accidentally Wes Anderson (AWA), a popular visual storytelling platform inspired by filmmaker Wes Anderson's distinctive aesthetic. Since its launch on Instagram in 2017, AWA has grown into a global community of nearly two million people, leading to multiple bestselling books, and large-scale exhibitions on 5 continents. [Feb 24, 2025]   00:00 - Intro 00:33 - Mike Holfeld Intro 02:25 - Today's Guest: Wally Koval 04:05 - Topic of the Day: Accidentally Wes Anderson -          Accidentally Wes Anderson - Wally Koval 08:13 - From Your Phone to a Book 09:57 - Multiple Languages, Multiple Exhibitions 12:04 - Adventures -          Accidentally Wes Anderson: Adventures - Wally Koval 12:50 - From Wes, With Love 14:08 - The Community...plus Jeff Goldblum 16:05 - Remember to Pinch Myself 18:06 - Shifting Perspective 19:12 - Find Wally Koval Online -          Website: accidentallywesanderson.com -          Instagram: @accidentallywesanderson 19:29 - Wrap Up 20:58 - Next Month: Nancy Hecht 21:34 - Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org   Find us online: -          Chris Hadnagy -          Twitter: @humanhacker -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christopherhadnagy

The Social-Engineer Podcast
Ep. 290 - The In This Corner Series - Staying Safe in a Crazy World

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 28:05


Welcome to the Social-Engineer Podcast: The In This Corner 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 Sheriff Kevin Beary, a retired Sheriff from Orange County, Florida after sharing 49 years in law enforcement. He is a part of 5 generations of law enforcement and has worked for corporations such as the Kennedy Space Center. Throughout his career he has worked as a SWAT Commander and has served on a Domestic Security Task Force. In his personal life Sheriff Beary has been married for 42 years and has 4 children and 5 grandchildren.  [Jan 27, 2025]   00:00 - Intro 00:19 - Mike Holfeld Intro                                            00:54 - Topic of the Day: Safety in Today's World 02:26 - Today's Guest: Kevin Beary 04:57 - Preparing for the Pro Bowl 08:53 - An Evolving Threat 11:23 - The Role of the Web 14:37 - More Than Just Policing 18:45 - Individual Responsibility 23:38 - Say Something 25:37 - Wrap Up & Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org   Find us online: -          Chris Hadnagy -          Twitter: @humanhacker -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christopherhadnagy

The Social-Engineer Podcast
Ep. 289 - Security Awareness Series - The Good The Bad and The Ugly CISOs with David Holtzman

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 43:01


Today on the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Security Awareness Series, Chris is joined by David Holtzman. David has been the CTO for Network Solutions, Chief Scientist at IBM, CTO & Cybersecurity advisor to 2 presidential candidates, and a former intelligence agent. David is now advising on web3 and blockchain. [Jan 20, 2025]   00:00 - Intro 00:18 - Intro Links: -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/                                                02:01 - David Holtzman Intro 02:30 - The Ever-Changing Threat Landscape 05:35 - Insecure Software 08:57 - Not All CISO's are Equal 12:05 - Making a Good CISO 15:33 - It's About People 17:34 - Lack of Accountability 21:28 - Rise of the AI 26:31 - The Approach of Web3 29:23 - The Blockchain Fix (For Now) 32:39 - Stuck in the Cloud 36:34 - Find David Holtzman online -          Website: davidholtzman.com 36:55 - Book Recommendations -          Crossing the Chasm - Geoffrey Moore -          How to Survive Identity Theft – David Holtzman -          Privacy Lost - David Holtzman 38:46 - Mentors -          Steve Jobs -          John Perry Barlow 42:16 - Wrap Up & Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org

The Social-Engineer Podcast
Ep. 288 - Human Element Series - Making Difficult Conversations Easier with Andy Earle

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 30:06


Today we are joined by Andy Earle. Andy is the founder of the elite ghostwriting firm Write it Great. He and his team help people with Big Ideas write books that can change the way people think. He also hosts the Talking to Teens podcast, where he interviews authors about how to have difficult conversations with teenagers. [Jan 13, 2025]   00:00 - Intro 00:19 - Intro Links -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/ 02:36 - Andy Earle Intro 03:05 - The Path to Ghostwriting 06:14 - Talking to Teens Podcast 10:11 - Self Confrontation 14:33 - Don't Tell Me What to Do! 19:40 - Getting Ghosted 23:14 - Find Andy Earle online -          Podcast: talkingtoteens.com -          Website: writeitgreat.com 24:29 - Book Recommendations -          The Black Swan - Nassim Nicholas Taleb -          The Selfish Gene - Richard Dawkins 25:51 - Mentors -          Mark Goulston 28:38 - Guest Wrap Up & Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org

Tell Me Your Story
Chris Hadnagy - Human Hacking

Tell Me Your Story

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2025 64:32


Chris Hadnagy - Human Hacking by Richard Dugan

The Social-Engineer Podcast
Ep. 287 - The Doctor Is In Series - The Effects of Procrastination

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 38:10


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 discussing Procrastination. They will talk about what it is, the causes, and reasons of why we procrastinate and the many ways you can try to overcome it. [Jan 6, 2025] 00:00 - Intro 00:16 - Dr. Abbie Maroño Intro 00:41 - Intro Links -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/                                 02:47 - The Topic of the Day: Procrastination 03:05 - Defining Procrastination 04:00 - Lack of Motivation 05:20 - Regulating Emotions 06:20 - The Intention Matters 07:55 - Self Sabotage 09:59 - Realistic Expectations 13:40 - A Setback in NOT Failure! 17:09 - Smaller Goals for Larger Achievements 20:39 - Remaining Flexible 23:25 - Dig a Little Deeper 25:03 - Finding Balance From Others 28:10 - Being Held Accountable 33:00 - The Role of Self Compassion 37:30 - Wrap Up 37:40 - Next Month: The Bystander Effect 37:50 - Outro                     -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org   Find us online: -          Twitter: @DrAbbieofficial -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dr-abbie-maroño-phd -          Instagram: @DoctorAbbieofficial -          Twitter: @humanhacker -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christopherhadnagy     References: Abdi Zarrin, S., & Gracia, E. (2020). Prediction of academic procrastination by fear of failure and self-regulation. Educational Sciences: Theory and Practice, 20(3), 34-43. Beswick, G., Rothblum, E. D., & Mann, L. (1988). Psychological antecedents of student procrastination. Australian psychologist, 23(2), 207-217. Brownlow, S., & Reasinger, R. D. (2000). Putting off until tomorrow what is better done today: academic procrastination as a function of motivation toward college work. Journal of Social Behavior & Personality, 15(5). Cerino, E. S. (2014). Relationships between academic motivation, self-efficacy, and academic procrastination. Psi Chi Journal of Psychological Research, 19(4). Chun Chu, A. H., & Choi, J. N. (2005). Rethinking procrastination: Positive effects of" active" procrastination behavior on attitudes and performance. The Journal of social psychology, 145(3), 245-264. Haghbin, M., McCaffrey, A., & Pychyl, T. A. (2012). The complexity of the relation between fear of failure and procrastination. Journal of Rational-Emotive & Cognitive-Behavior Therapy, 30, 249-263. Jackson, T., Fritch, A., Nagasaka, T., & Pope, L. (2003). Procrastination and Perceptions of Past, Present, and Future. Individual Differences Research, 1(1). Katz, I., Eilot, K., & Nevo, N. (2014). “I'll do it later”: Type of motivation, self-efficacy and homework procrastination. Motivation and Emotion, 38, 111-119. Muñoz-Olano, J. F., & Hurtado-Parrado, C. (2017). Effects of goal clarification on impulsivity and academic procrastination of college students. Revista Latinoamericana de Psicología, 49(3), 173-181. Senécal, C., Koestner, R., & Vallerand, R. J. (1995). Self-regulation and academic procrastination. The journal of social psychology, 135(5), 607-619. Yosopov, L., Saklofske, D. H., Smith, M. M., Flett, G. L., & Hewitt, P. L. (2024). Failure sensitivity in perfectionism and procrastination: Fear of failure and overgeneralization of failure as mediators of traits and cognitions. Journal of Psychoeducational Assessment, 07342829241249784.

The Social-Engineer Podcast
Ep. 286 - Human Element Series - 2024 - Year of the SE

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 13:47


Welcome to the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Human Element Series. Today is our 2024 year-end wrap up, where we'll revisit some of the biggest stories of the past year as well as talk about some of our company's highlights. [Dec 9, 2024]   00:00 - Intro 00:17 - Intro Links -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/ 02:31 - This Years' Stories 07:05 - The SE Podcast Recap -          Ep. 253 - Understanding Human Behavior with Dr David Matsumoto -          Artificial Intelligence and Deep Fake | Managed Services | Social-Engineer, LLC -          Ep. 260 - Suffering Through a Romance Scam with Nadja El Fertasi 10:53 - Company Highlights -          The Human Behavior Conference Recap Video 12:27 - Wrap Up & Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org

The Social-Engineer Podcast
Ep. 224 - The SE ETC Series - Tips for Having Difficult Conversations with Chris and Patrick REPLAY

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2024 44:25


REPLAY (Original Air Date Aug 28, 2023) Welcome to the Social-Engineer Podcast: The SE Etc. Series. This series will be hosted by Chris Hadnagy, CEO of Social-Engineer LLC, and The Innocent Lives Foundation, as well as Social-Engineer.Org and The Institute for Social Engineering. Chris will be joined by his co-host Patrick Laverty as they discuss topics pertaining to the world of Social Engineering. [August 28, 2023]   00:00 - Intro 00:21 - Patrick Laverty Intro 00:55 - Intro Links -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/ 07:20 - Intro Chat 09:11 - Todays Topic: Tips for Having Difficult Conversations 10:00 - Outline for Parents 12:10 - Map Your Terrain 16:22 - Define Your Goal 17:40 - Decide on Your Pretext 20:05 - Imagine Your Rapport Building 21:50 - Identify Potential Influence Building Techniques 28:47 - Run a Quick Manipulation Check 31:31 - Pump Up the Nonverbals 36:30 - Conduct an Authenticity Check 39:21 - Prepare for Likely Contingencies 40:48 - Solidify Gains 43:40 - Next Month: ??? 44:00 - Wrap Up & Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org   Find us online -          Chris Hadnagy -          Twitter: @humanhacker -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christopherhadnagy -          Patrick Laverty -          Twitter: @plaverty9 -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/plaverty9

The Social-Engineer Podcast
Ep. 247 - Security Awareness Series - A Day In The Life of a Dark Web Threat Advisor with Mary D'Angelo REPLAY

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 34:32


REPLAY (Original Air Date Feb 19, 2024) Today on the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Security Awareness Series, Chris is joined by Mary D'Angelo. Mary helps clients understand the threats that exist on the dark web and how to use that intelligence to bolster their cybersecurity programs. With a solid foundation from the University of Washington, where she earned her Bachelor's degree, Mary has rapidly ascended as a global leader at SearchLight Cyber. Her expertise, honed over six years, delves deep into understanding the nuances of dark web threat actors and their intelligence. Mary's and her company's insights and analyses have been instrumental in shedding light on the shadowy aspects of cyber threats emanating from the dark web. Her work not only aids in neutralizing these threats but also contributes significantly to the broader understanding of cyber security dynamics. Additionally, Mary's passion is volunteering her talents into nonprofit organizations. She was a mentor for Big Brothers and Big Sisters. Recently, she has devoted her time to a nonprofit called, The Innocent Lives Foundation, which uses Dark Web Threat Intelligence to help law enforcement stop child traffickers. [Feb 19, 2024]   00:00 - Intro 00:41 - Intro Links: -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/                                                02:56 - Mary D'Angelo Intro 04:12 - What is a Dark Web Threat Intelligence Advisor? 04:36 - One Giant Leap 07:04 - On the Front Lines 11:53 - Deep Web, Dark Web, Clear Web...Oh My! 13:43 - Shifting to the Deep 14:58 - Crime Pays 17:39 - 2024 Forecast 19:00 - Left of Boom 20:53 - All in this Together 21:53 - An Ugly Example 25:19 - Timely 26:30 - Relevant 28:02 - Actionable 29:58 - What's Next? 30:54 - Mentors -          Siblings -          Larry Littleton 32:05 - Book Recommendations -          The Practitioner's Guide to the Dark Web - Searchlight Cyber -          The Ride of a Lifetime - Robert Iger -          Never Split the Difference - Christopher Voss &Tahl Raz 33:33 - Find Mary D'Angelo Online -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dangelomary 33:55 - Wrap Up & Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org

The Social-Engineer Podcast
Ep. 281 - The Doctor Is In Series - Sticks, Stones, Words and Broken Bones

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2024 43:48


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 discussing Bullying. They will talk about what bullying is, the difference between bullying and just being mean and the psychological impact it can have on people, as well as what we can do about it. [Nov 4, 2024]    00:00 - Intro  00:16 - Dr. Abbie Maroño Intro  00:42 - Intro Links  Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/  Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/  Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/  Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/  Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb  CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/  innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/   03:50 - The Topic of the Day: Bullying  04:17 - Defining Bullying  09:04 - Them or You  11:39 - Understanding Consequences  14:54 - Dehumanizing as an Excuse  17:18 - Symptoms of Being Bullied  21:10 - The Power of Support  23:40 - PTSD Similarities  31:04 - Names Can Hurt Me!  34:14 - Some Things to Help  37:00 - The Problems in Schools  41:41 - Reading, Writing & Empathy  42:50 - Wrap Up  43:17 - Next Month: Flow State and Self Compassion  43:34 - Outro   www.social-engineer.com   www.innocentlivesfoundation.org     Find us online:  Twitter: @DrAbbieofficial  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dr-abbie-maroño-phd  Instagram: @DoctorAbbieofficial  Twitter: @humanhacker  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christopherhadnagy      References:  Basharpoor, S., Molavi, P., Sheykhi, S., Khanjani, S., Rajabi, M., & Mosavi, S. A. (2013). The relationship between emotion regulation and emotion expression styles with bullying behaviors in adolescent Students. J Ardabil Univ Med Sci, 13(3), 264-75.  Conway, P. M., Høgh, A., Balducci, C., & Ebbesen, D. K. (2021). Workplace bullying and mental health. Pathways of job-related negative behaviour, 101-128.  deLara, E. W. (2019). Consequences of childhood bullying on mental health and relationships for young adults. Journal of Child and Family Studies, 28, 2379-2389.  Du Plessis, M. R., Smeekens, S., Cillessen, A. H., Whittle, S., & Güroǧlu, B. (2019). Bullying the brain? Longitudinal links between childhood peer victimization, cortisol, and adolescent brain structure. Frontiers in psychology, 9, 398857.  Foody, M., & Samara, M. (2018). Considering mindfulness techniques in school-based anti-bullying programmes. Journal of New Approaches in Educational Research (NAER Journal), 7(1), 3-9.  Landstedt, E., & Persson, S. (2014). Bullying, cyberbullying, and mental health in young people. Scandinavian journal of public health, 42(4), 393-399.  Mahady Wilton, M. M., Craig, W. M., & Pepler, D. J. (2000). Emotional regulation and display in classroom victims of bullying: Characteristic expressions of affect, coping styles and relevant contextual factors. Social development, 9(2), 226-245.  Moore, B., & Woodcock, S. (2017). Resilience, bullying, and mental health: Factors associated with improved outcomes. Psychology in the Schools, 54(7), 689-702.  Olweus, D. (2013). School bullying: Development and some important challenges. Annual review of clinical psychology, 9, 751-780.  Rigby, K. (2003). Consequences of bullying in schools. The Canadian journal of psychiatry, 48(9), 583-590.  Rivers, I., Poteat, V. P., Noret, N., & Ashurst, N. (2009). Observing bullying at school: The mental health implications of witness status. School Psychology Quarterly, 24(4), 211.  Rossouw, P. J. (2013). The effects of bullying on the developing brain. Strategies for effective interventions. PJ Rossouw (Ed.), 2, 102-112. 

The Social-Engineer Podcast
Ep. 280 - The SE ETC Series - What Can You Do If You Are Involved In A Breach?

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 10:48


Welcome to the Social-Engineer Podcast: The SE Etc. Series. This series will be hosted by Chris Hadnagy, CEO of Social-Engineer LLC, and The Innocent Lives Foundation, as well as Social-Engineer.Org and The Institute for Social Engineering. Join Chris as he discusses topics and news pertaining to the world of Social Engineering. [Oct 28, 2024]   00:00 - Intro 00:24 - Intro Links -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/                                                 03:25 - Gmail Takeover Scam 06:19 - Fidelity Data Breach 07:28 - Cisco Breach 08:45 - Actionable Tips 09:48 - Wrap Up & Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org   Find us online: -          Chris Hadnagy -          Twitter: @humanhacker -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christopherhadnagy

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Ep. 279 - Security Awareness Series - Dodging Turkeys and Security Awareness with Stacey Edmonds

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 36:52


Today on the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Security Awareness Series, Chris is joined by Stacey Edmonds. Stacey is a multi-disciplinary EdTech innovator and Digital Safety Pioneer, driven by a commitment to democratizing knowledge.  Stacey's expertise, encompassing social science, education, EdTech, and multi-platform screen production, culminated in the founding of Lively, which we will hear all about on this podcast.  Since 2002, Stacey has been designing and delivering enterprise-wide cyber safety upskilling programs.  In 2023, embodying her mission to make knowledge accessible, Stacey launched 'Dodgy or Not?' – a social enterprise offering an engaging approach to digital safety education.    She continues to bridge the gap between emerging technologies and practical education, driving innovation in AI ethics and digital literacy - she is also known for deepfaking herself.  [Oct 21, 2024]     00:00 - Intro  00:19 - Intro Links:  Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/  Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/  Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/  Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/  Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb  CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/  innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/   03:00 - Stacey Edmonds Intro  04:18 - Teaching, Trains & Turkeys  08:43 - Toilets vs Videos  11:16 - Dodgy or Not?  15:15 - Social Engineering for Good!  17:46 - Pause for the Cause  20:17 - Training in Real Time  24:11 - Real Time Threat Detection  27:49 - Culture is Everything  30:33 - Find Stacey Edmonds online  LinkedIn: in/staceyedmonds/  31:28 – Mentors  Carolyn Breeze  Chris Hadnagy  Janine Thompson  Steve Rowe  Shane Bell  33:58 - Book Recommendations  Feel The Fear and Do It Anyway - Susan Jeffers  The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy - Douglas Adams  1984 - George Orwell  Man-Made – Tracey Spicer  35:51 - Wrap Up & Outro  www.social-engineer.com  www.innocentlivesfoundation.org 

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Ep. 277 - The Doctor Is In Series - Developing Authentic Human Connections with Judd Shaw

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 46:14


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 Judd Shaw. Judd is an adventurer, storyteller, and agent of change, blending his background as a lawyer and President of Judd Shaw Injury Law with a passion for human connection. With over two decades in law, Judd initially chased professional success, only to discover its hollow rewards without genuine human bonds. Through introspection, therapy, and collaboration with professionals, Judd developed the Connection Cure framework—a compass guiding individuals toward authentic connections, essential for deep, meaningful relationships.    As a celebrated keynote speaker on authenticity and vulnerability, Judd shares his transformative journey to inspire others. As a proud father and advocate for personal growth, Judd continues to champion authenticity, urging others to embark on their own path to fulfillment through genuine connection and self-discovery. [Oct 7, 2024]    00:00 - Intro  00:17 - Dr. Abbie Maroño Intro  00:53 - Intro Links  Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/  Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/  Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/  Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/  Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb  CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/  innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/   03:55 - The Topic of the Day: Authenticity  04:04 - Judd Shaw Intro  05:18 - The Path to Being Enough  14:30 – Is Your Success Authentic?  16:01 – What is Authenticity?  18:08 - The Role of Authenticity  21:55 - Finding Your True Self  29:48 - Healing Is Hard!  31:30 - Good From Bad  36:33 - Protecting Yourself  43:33 - Find Judd Shaw Online  Website: www.juddshaw.com  YouTube: @juddshawofficial  44:47 - Wrap Up  45:43 - Next Month: Bullying  45:55 - Outro   www.social-engineer.com  www.innocentlivesfoundation.org    Find us online:  Twitter: @DrAbbieofficial  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dr-abbie-maroño-phd  Instagram: @DoctorAbbieofficial  Twitter: @humanhacker  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christopherhadnagy 

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Ep. 238 - Human Element Series - S.M.A.R.T Reading with Nick Hutchison REPLAY

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2024 40:22


REPLAY (Original Air Date Dec 11, 2023) Today we are joined by Nick Hutchison. Nick is the visionary force behind BookThinkers, a thriving 7-figure marketing agency bridging authors and readers. In just over 7 years, he has cultivated a platform reaching over 1,000,000 people monthly and hosts the top 2% global podcast, "BookThinkers: Life-Changing Books," featuring interviews with renowned authors like Grant Cardone and Lewis Howes. Nick's platform and services have empowered countless authors to reach millions of readers, driving substantial revenue growth. His services encompass video production, podcast booking, and social media brand building. With a mission to inspire readers to take action, Nick authored "Rise of the Reader," delving into mastering reading habits and applying newfound knowledge to unlock potential. [Dec 11, 2023]   00:00 - Intro 00:17 - Intro Links -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/ 02:27 - Nick Hutchison Intro 04:45 - Becoming a Reader 06:51 - Time Management 07:35 - Choosing the Right Book 09:05 - Implementation Over Retention 11:54 - S.M.A.R.T. Reading 14:35 - Which One?!? 18:18 - Action! 20:49 - Rise of the Reader -          Rise of the Reader - Nick Hutchison 24:22 - More of the Same 25:34 - Building Parachutes 29:52 - Book Recommendations -          The Compound Effect - Darren Hardy -          The 4-Hour Workweek - Tim Ferriss 33:43 - Mentors -          Kevin Horsley -          Parents 37:08 - Find Nick Hutchison online -          Instagram: @bookthinkers -          Website: bookthinkers.com -          Website: nickhutch.com 37:57 - Feedback for Impact 39:42 - Guest Wrap Up & Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org

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Ep. 276 - The SE ETC Series - Breaches Breaches and More Breaches What Can You Do?

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2024 13:05


Welcome to the Social-Engineer Podcast: The SE Etc. Series. This series will be hosted by Chris Hadnagy, CEO of Social-Engineer LLC, and The Innocent Lives Foundation, as well as Social-Engineer.Org and The Institute for Social Engineering. Join Chris as he discusses topics and news pertaining to the world of Social Engineering. [Sept 23, 2024]   00:00 - Intro 00:18 - Intro Links -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/                                                 02:44 - Payment System Attacks 05:40 - Now Freeze! 06:22 - New Email Scam -          Report the email - ReportFraud.ftc.gov 08:23 - NPD Breach Updates 10:47 - Prioritizing Security 12:28 - Wrap Up & Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org   Find us online: -          Chris Hadnagy -          Twitter: @humanhacker -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christopherhadnagy

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Ep. 275 - Security Awareness Series - Bringing Light to Sim Swapping with Mark Kreitzman

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 40:38


Today on the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Security Awareness Series, Chris is joined by Mark Kreitzman. Mark is a seasoned cybersecurity veteran with over two decades of experience building robust security solutions. As General Manager of Efani, he safeguards mobile phone users from the escalating threat of SIM swap attacks. Mark's deep understanding of the evolving mobile landscape makes him a trusted authority on protecting privacy and securing communications in our increasingly connected world. [Sept 16, 2024]   00:00 - Intro 00:19 - Intro Links: -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/                                                02:09 - Mark Kreitzman Intro 02:41 - Finding Some Good in the Horrible 07:29 - What's in a Name? 09:18 - Port Swapping: An Overview 14:22 - Let's Talk Solutions 18:49 - What Efani Does 24:35 - Odd Relationships 32:39 - Find Mark Kreitzman online -          Website: www.efani.com -          YouTube: www.youtube.com/@efani 34:57 - Mentors 38:25 - Book Recommendations -          How to Lie with Statistics - Darrell Huff 40:03 - Wrap Up & Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org

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Ep. 274 - Human Element Series - How a Ballet Dancer and AI Can Improve Your Nonverbals with Rachel Cossar

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2024 31:11


Today we are joined by Rachel Cossar. Rachel is a leader in the field of nonverbal communication and leadership presence facilitation. As a former nationally ranked athlete and professional ballet dancer, Rachel has a knack of translating unique skills into relatable business skills and competencies.   Virtual Sapiens comes as an evolution of Rachel's combined work as founder of Choreography for Business, a nonverbal communication consulting firm as well as a faculty member with Mobius Executive Leadership and as a leadership presence facilitator with Ariel Group. Rachel has worked with leaders from GE, BCG, Pfizer, Accenture, McKinsey, HBS and more. [Sept 9, 2024]   00:00 - Intro 00:17 - Intro Links -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/ 02:42 - Rachel Cossar Intro 03:28 - From Ballet to AI 05:53 - Getting Camera Ready 08:42 - Getting the Message Across 10:53 - The Hybrid Theory 12:30 - Reflection 16:37 - It Takes Time 18:22 - Coaching in Real Time 20:28 - Whatcha Looking At? 22:29 - Learn The Why! 25:06 - Find Rachel Cossar online -          Website: www.virtualsapiens.co -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/virtual-sapiens 25:43 - Mentors -          Lori Massad -          Janet Macaluso 27:29 - Book Recommendations -          Snow Crash - Neal Stephenson -          Peoplewatching - Desmond Morris 30:25 - Guest Wrap Up & Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org

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Ep. 273 - The Doctor Is In Series - Secure or Insecure - What Is Your Attachment Style?

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2024 42:34


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 discussing Attachment Styles. They will talk about the 4 different types, how they are caused and how to grow from an insecure to a secure style. [Sept 2, 2024]   00:00 - Intro 00:16 - Dr. Abbie Maroño Intro 00:49 - Intro Links -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/                                 03:49 - The Topic of the Day: Attachment Styles 05:01 - The Types 05:44 - Secure Attachment 07:32 - Anxious Preoccupied Attachment 09:27 - Primary and Secondary Influences 14:40 - Dismissive Avoidant Attachment 17:42 - Fearful Avoidant Attachment 20:01 - One at a Time 21:09 - Oxytocin Influence 26:30 - The Path Forward 29:51 - See It to Believe It 34:21 - Emotional Well-Being -          Work in Progress - Dr. Abbie Maroño 36:47 - Second Date Sharing 39:19 - Swipe Right 41:15 - Next Month: Judd Shaw 42:12 - Wrap Up & Outro                                              -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org   Find us online: -          Twitter: @DrAbbieofficial -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dr-abbie-maroño-phd -          Instagram: @DoctorAbbieofficial -          Twitter: @humanhacker -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christopherhadnagy     References: Ainsworth, M. D. S., Blehar, M. C., Waters, E., & Wall, S. N. (2015). Patterns of attachment: A psychological study of the strange situation. Psychology press. Bifulco, A., Moran, P. M., Ball, C., & Bernazzani, O. J. S. P. (2002). Adult attachment style. I: Its relationship to clinical depression. Social psychiatry and psychiatric epidemiology, 37, 50-59. Davila, J., Burge, D., & Hammen, C. (1997). Why does attachment style change?. Journal of personality and social psychology, 73(4), 826. Feeney, J. A. (2000). Implications of attachment style for patterns of health and illness. Child: care, health and development, 26(4), 277-288. Feeney, J. A., & Noller, P. (1990). Attachment style as a predictor of adult romantic relationships. Journal of personality and Social Psychology, 58(2), 281. Finzi, R., Cohen, O., Sapir, Y., & Weizman, A. (2000). Attachment styles in maltreated children: A comparative study. Child psychiatry and human development, 31, 113-128. Karbowa-Płowens, M. (2023). Attachment styles, coping with stress, and social support among cancer patients. Contemporary Oncology/Współczesna Onkologia, 27(2), 95-100. Levy, M. B., & Davis, K. E. (1988). Lovestyles and attachment styles compared: Their relations to each other and to various relationship characteristics. Journal of social and Personal Relationships, 5(4), 439-471. Mikulincer, M. (1995). Attachment style and the mental representation of the self. Journal of personality and social psychology, 69(6), 1203. Momeni, K., Amani, R., Janjani, P., Majzoobi, M. R., Forstmeier, S., & Nosrati, P. (2022). Attachment styles and happiness in the elderly: the mediating role of reminiscence styles. BMC geriatrics, 22(1), 349. Roisman, G. I., Holland, A., Fortuna, K., Fraley, R. C., Clausell, E., & Clarke, A. (2007). The Adult Attachment Interview and self-reports of attachment style: an empirical rapprochement. Journal of personality and social psychology, 92(4), 678. Salter Ainsworth, M. D., & Bell, S. M. (1981). Attachment, exploration, and separation: Illustrated by the behavior of one-year-olds in a strange situation. In The Life Cycle: Readings in Human Development (pp. 57-71). Columbia University Press. Smith, M., & South, S. (2020). Romantic attachment style and borderline personality pathology: A meta-analysis. Clinical psychology review, 75, 101781.

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Ep. 272 - The SE ETC Series - Ransomware, Phishing and iOS - SE in the News!

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2024 13:47


Welcome to the Social-Engineer Podcast: The SE Etc. Series. This series will be hosted by Chris Hadnagy, CEO of Social-Engineer LLC, and The Innocent Lives Foundation, as well as Social-Engineer.Org and The Institute for Social Engineering. Join Chris as he discusses topics and news pertaining to the world of Social Engineering. [Aug 26, 2024]   00:00 - Intro 00:20 - Intro Links -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/                                                 04:11 - Story 1: Keytronic Attack 05:46 - Story 2: CrowdStrike Aftermath 06:41 - What You Can Do 10:11 - Story 3: Apple Intelligence 12:19 - Wrap Up & Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org   Find us online -          Chris Hadnagy -          Twitter: @humanhacker -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christopherhadnagy

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Ep. 271 - Security Awareness Series - Advocating for Non-Adversarial Security with Kimberly Sims

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 30:10


Today on the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Security Awareness Series, Chris is joined by Kimberly Sims. Kimberly is the Deputy CISO, Director of Cyber Operations and Cloud Security for American Century Investments. Kimberly has over 17 years' experience in the Financial Services sector. Prior to joining American Century, Kimberly ran the Information Security Program for the second-largest capital market's desk in the world, responsible for securing systems that process a trillion-dollar debt portfolio.   Kimberly is an advisory member, and IT lead for the Charter for Veterans, a non-profit organization assisting recovering combat wounded veterans. She is an advocate for mentorship and coaching across the security industry and participates in several industry groups. [Aug 19, 2024]   00:00 - Intro 00:22 - Intro Links: -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/                                                03:01 - Kimberly Sims Intro 03:49 - Inspired by a Book 05:32 - Making a Giant Leap! 06:59 - Biggest Mistakes 09:14 - Lessons Learned 11:07 - Security Ambassador 13:23 - Overcoming the Fear 15:20 - Executive Order 17:06 - People, Process, Technology 18:38 - Back to Basics 20:11 - Resiliency Programs 23:14 - The Take Home 24:47 - Jump In! 25:46 - Book Recommendations -          Blink - Malcolm Gladwell -          Pitch Perfect - Bill McGowan -          Permission to Screw Up - Kristen Hadeed 27:49 - Mentors 29:12 - Find Kimberly Sims online -          LinkedIn: in/kimberly-sims-733510/ 29:26 - Wrap Up & Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org

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Ep. 270 - Human Element Series - Depression Success and Empathy with Adam De Micco from Lorna Shore

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2024 63:54


Today we are joined by Adam De Micco. Adam is best known as the NJ Native who is the guitarist for the band Lorna Shore, which has risen to fame recently, bringing a new genre of music into the spotlight. [Aug 12, 2024]   00:00 - Intro 00:16 - Intro Links -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/ 01:54 - Adam De Micco Intro 06:23 - Being Open 08:46 - Recognizing the Depths 11:34 - Changing Perspective 14:16 - Practicing Gratitude 20:31 - Remember Empathy 27:42 - Starting a Song 28:45 - Building Pain Remains 32:05 - Interpreting Emotion 34:04 - Lyrical Content 35:58 - Music Visuals 41:15 - Catharsis 45:23 - Find Adam De Micco online -          Instagram: @adamdemicco -          Website: adamdemicco.com 46:44 - Book Recommendations -          The Art of Living - Epictetus -          The Laws of Human Nature - Robert Greene -          The Power of Now - Eckhart Tolle -          A New Earth - Eckhart Tolle -          Depth Psychology and a New Ethic - Erich Neumann -          The Creative Act - Rick Rubin 56:16 - Books as Mentors 1:02:51 - Guest Wrap Up & Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org

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Ep. 269 - The Doctor Is In Series - The Fears That Drive Self-Sabotage

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2024 36:07


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 discussing Self-Sabotage. They will talk about the different ways people keep themselves from moving forward and how you can try to realign this misguided way of thinking. [Aug 5, 2024]   00:00 - Intro 00:17 - Dr. Abbie Maroño Intro 00:44 - Intro Links -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/                                 04:57 - The Topic of the Day: Self-Sabotage 05:35 - Definition & Types 09:09 - Fear of Failure 11:13 - Fear of Success 13:55 - Low Self-Esteem 17:11 - Fear of Scrutiny 19:22 - Avoidant Personalities 23:27 - Help! 26:21 - Fighting Back 30:13 - Write Away 33:55 - Wrap Up -          The Doctors Corner 35:18 - Next Month: Attachment Styles 35:44 - Outro                                                                     -          Work in Progress - Dr. Abbie Maroño -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org   Find us online: -          Twitter: @DrAbbieofficial -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dr-abbie-maroño-phd -          Instagram: @DoctorAbbieofficial -          Twitter: @humanhacker -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christopherhadnagy     References: Balkis, M., & Duru, E. (2018). Procrastination, self‐downing, self‐doubt, and rational beliefs: A moderated mediation model. Journal of Counseling & Development, 96(2), 187-196. Ferrari, J. R., & Díaz-Morales, J. F. (2007). Perceptions of self-concept and self-presentation by procrastinators: Further evidence. The Spanish journal of psychology, 10(1), 91-96. Martin, A. J., & Marsh, H. W. (2003). Fear of failure: Friend or foe?. Australian Psychologist, 38(1), 31-38. Pappo, M. (1983). Fear of success: The construction and validation of a measuring instrument. Journal of Personality Assessment, 47(1), 36-41. Peel, R. (2020). Relationship sabotage: an attachment and goal-orientation perspective on seeking love yet failing to maintain romantic relationships (Doctoral dissertation, James Cook University). Peel, R., & Caltabiano, N. (2021). The relationship sabotage scale: an evaluation of factor analyses and constructive validity. BMC psychology, 9, 1-17. Peel, R., McBain, K., Caltabiano, N., & Buckby, B. (2017, January). How is self-sabotage presented in romantic relationships?. In 16th Australian Psychological Society Psychology of Relationships Interest Group National Conference (APS-PORIG). University of Southern Queensland. Rippo, M. (2016). Minding the mind/body connection in moving beyond self-sabotage and resistance to change. Journal of Heart-Centered Therapies, 19(2), 39-62. Rosner, S., & Hermes, P. (2006). The self-sabotage cycle: Why we repeat behaviors that create hardships and ruin relationships. Bloomsbury Publishing USA. Rosner, S., & Hermes, P. (2006). The self-sabotage cycle: Why we repeat behaviors that create hardships and ruin relationships. Bloomsbury Publishing USA. Vennes, H. (2022). Overcoming Self-Sabotage: The Self-Sabotaging Behaviors that Impact the Career Development of Female Charter School Superintendent/CEOs (Doctoral dissertation, University of Massachusetts Global).

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Ep. 228 - The SE ETC Series - How to Protect Your Kids from Online Dangers with Shane McCombs REPLAY

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2024 45:19


REPLAY (Original Air Date Sept 25, 2023) Welcome to the Social-Engineer Podcast: The SE Etc. Series. This series will be hosted by Chris Hadnagy, CEO of Social-Engineer LLC, and The Innocent Lives Foundation, as well as Social-Engineer.Org and The Institute for Social Engineering. Chris will be joined by his co-host Patrick Laverty as they discuss topics pertaining to the world of Social Engineering.   Today, Chris and Patrick are joined by Shane McCombs. Shane leads the ILF with more than 25 years of experience in the tech industry, including more than a decade of experience in C-level roles. He led enterprise-wide initiatives within project management, customer relationship management and acquisition, policies and procedures, process improvement, and infrastructure. Shane is also an accomplished public speaker and trainer focused on change management, professionalism, social engineering, and corporate security. In the past, he volunteered for the Autism Hope Alliance and currently donates his time to businesses and non-profits as a trusted advisor. [Sept 25, 2023]   00:00 - Intro 00:22 - Patrick Laverty Intro 01:31 - Intro Links -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/ 06:30 - Shane McCombs Intro 07:33 - Intro Chat 09:07 - Today's Topic: How to Protect Your Kids from Online Dangers 09:51 - ILF Overview 11:19 - Can children protect themselves? 12:26 - Tips for Non-tech Savvy Parents 13:55 - Communication is Key 15:32 - Who is the bad guy? 17:06 - Rules for the Ages 20:47 - How it Happens 23:54 - The Truth of Stranger Danger 25:00 - The Long Con 27:14 - The Importance of Trust 28:28 - The Next Step 29:44 - Stability is Critical 32:27 - Stop. Block. Don't Delete!                                                             33:59 - The Power of Belief 35:09 - ILF Updates -          ILF Videos 38:47 - Helping the ILF 43:33 - Wrap Up & Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org   Find us online -          Chris Hadnagy -          Twitter: @humanhacker -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christopherhadnagy -          Patrick Laverty -          Twitter: @plaverty9 -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/plaverty9

The Social-Engineer Podcast
Ep. 268 - The SE ETC Series - Phishing, Impersonation and Bad Actors - Oh My!

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2024 12:01


Welcome to the Social-Engineer Podcast: The SE Etc. Series. This series will be hosted by Chris Hadnagy, CEO of Social-Engineer LLC, and The Innocent Lives Foundation, as well as Social-Engineer.Org and The Institute for Social Engineering. Join Chris as he discusses topics and news pertaining to the world of Social Engineering. [July 22, 2024]   00:00 - Intro 00:22 - Intro Links -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/                                                 03:28 - Story 1: Dynamic Phishing Link Attack 05:07 - Story 2: Crown Hack 06:12 - Story 3: Small Town Scam 07:06 - What Can Be Done 10:42 - Wrap Up & Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org   Find us online -          Chris Hadnagy -          Twitter: @humanhacker -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christopherhadnagy

Cyber Rants - The Refreshingly Real Cybersecurity Podcast
Episode #121 - Mastering the Art of Social Engineering with Chris Hadnagy

Cyber Rants - The Refreshingly Real Cybersecurity Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2024 53:31


In this episode of the Cyber Rants Podcast, we sit down with Chris Hadnagy, a prominent speaker at RSA, Black Hat, and DefCon's SE Capture the Flag events. Chris is the author of four influential books, including "Social Engineering: The Art of Human Hacking" and "Human Hacking: Win Friends, Influence People, and Leave Them Better Off for Having Met You." He is also the founder of the Innocent Lives Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to fighting the sexual abuse of children, and the CEO of Social-Engineer, LLC.Join us as we delve into Chris's extensive background in social engineering across corporate, government, and military sectors. Learn why social engineering is so effective and the kind of damage it can cause, along with the most common and sophisticated techniques used by cybercriminals today. Chris also shares the best strategies for protecting companies from malicious social engineering and discusses innovative personal security tips, such as human-based MFA and unique code words for family safety.Chris's Company: https://www.social-engineer.comInnocent Lives Foundation: https://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/The Human Behavior Conference 2024 (OCT 30 in Orlando): https://humanbehaviorcon.com/

The Social-Engineer Podcast
Ep. 267 - Security Awareness Series - Own your YES and Find Your Passion with May Brooks-Kempler

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 38:13


Today on the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Security Awareness Series, Chris is joined by May Brooks-Kempler. May is a cybersecurity expert who has transformed her early curiosity, hacking 90's computer games, into a distinguished cybersecurity career. As a board member of ISC2, an educator, a CISO and the founder of the Think Safe Cyber community, she is dedicated to making the online world a safer place for everyone. [July 15, 2024]   00:00 - Intro 00:19 - Intro Links: -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/                                                03:17 - May Brooks-Kempler Intro 03:55 - Twist of Fate 05:10 - A Moment of Silence 05:51 - Blame Grandma 08:15 - An Unclear Path 11:34 - It Takes a Village 13:40 - Considering the Other Side 16:10 - Start with "Why" 20:41 - "It's Never Personal -          CyberWise Parenting Course -          Listeners get 20% off with the coupon SOCIAL -          TEDx – Think Cyber 27:47 - Lifelong Learning 30:50 - Going Public 32:57 - Find May Brooks-Kempler online -          LinkedIn: in/may-brooks-kempler -          Instagram: @cybermaynia 33:46 - Mentors -          Avi Weissman -          Oren Bratt -          Itzik Kochav 35:54 - Book Recommendations -          Human Hacking - Christopher Hadnagy -          Countdown to Zero Day - Kim Zetter -          Do You Talk Funny? - David Nihill -          Start with Why - Simon Sinek 37:17 - Wrap Up & Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org

The Social-Engineer Podcast
Ep. 266 - Human Element Series - Work in Progress with Dr. Abbie Maroo

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 35:19


Today we are joined by Dr. Abbie Maroño. Bringing a unique level of experience and scientific validation to her work, Dr. Maroño is both a scientist and a practitioner in the field of human behavior. The United States Department of State has recognized her international acclaim and record of extraordinary achievements, placing her in the top 1% of her field. Underscoring her recognized expertise, Dr. Abbie has been invited to provide specialized behavior analysis training for elite units such as the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force. This prestigious group includes agents from the US Secret Service, FBI, Department of Homeland Security, and local law enforcement agencies.   Having completed her PhD in Psychology, Dr. Abbie became a Professor of Psychology by the age of 23. She is now the Director of Education at Social-Engineer, LLC, and specializes in behavior analysis. A regular contributor to Forbes and Apple News, Abbie has also been featured in WIRED and Forbes Breaking News. She is an active member of several internationally recognized research groups and was awarded Reviewer of the Year in 2020 for her significant contribution to the academic community. Additionally, she is an author, expert consultant, coach, and a TEDx speaker. [July 8, 2024]   00:00 - Intro 00:17 - Intro Links -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/ 04:07 - Dr. Abbie Maroño Intro 06:33 - A Need for Vulnerability 09:50 - The Purpose of Shame 13:43 - Empowerment for All 16:04 - Healing Hurts! 20:26 - Keeping it Approachable 24:29 - The Difficulty of Sharing 26:39 - Psychological Help 30:40 - Book Recommendations -          Work in Progress - Dr. Abbie Maroño -          The Gift of Fear - Gavin de Becker 31:24 - Mentors -          David Keatley -          Joe Navarro -          Chris Hadnagy 34:20 - Guest Wrap Up -          Website: abbiemarono.com -          Instagram: @DoctorAbbieofficial 34:50 - Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org

The Social-Engineer Podcast
Ep. 265 - The Doctor Is In Series - Psychology Says...

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 40:46


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 discussing Psychological Myths. They will talk about some of the most pervasive myths in our society and how you can separate fact from fiction. [July 1, 2024]   00:00 - Intro 00:17 - Dr. Abbie Maroño Intro 00:41 - Intro Links -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/                                             03:54 - The Topic of the Day: Psychological Myths 05:05 - Consider the Source 06:45 - Too Good To Be True? 09:43 - Myth 1: Reading Minds 11:45 - Myth 2: 10% 14:36 - Myth 3: Left vs Right Brained 18:11 - Myth 4: Venting Anger for Calmness 23:02 - Myth 5: Hypnosis Unlimited 31:05 - Myth 6: Perfect Memory 37:12 - Question Everything 39:02 - Next Month: Self-Sabotage 39:47 - Wrap Up & Outro                                                                         -          Work in Progress - Dr. Abbie Maroño -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org   Find us online: -          Twitter: @DrAbbieofficial -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dr-abbie-maroño-phd -          Instagram: @DoctorAbbieofficial -          Twitter: @humanhacker -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christopherhadnagy     References: Beyerstein, B. L. (1999). Whence cometh the myth that we only use 10% of our brains? In S. Della Sala (Ed.), Mind Myths: Exploring Popular Assumptions About the Mind and Brain (pp. 3-24). John Wiley & Sons. Bushman, B. J. (2002). Does venting anger feed or extinguish the flame? Catharsis, rumination, distraction, anger, and aggressive responding. Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, 28(6), 724-731. This study found that venting anger actually increases aggressive behavior and does not diminish anger. Derbyshire, S. W., Whalley, M. G., & Oakley, D. A. (2009). Fibromyalgia pain and its modulation by hypnotic and non-hypnotic suggestion: An fMRI analysis. European Journal of Pain, 13(5), 542-550. Horton, J. E., Crawford, H. J., Harrington, G., & Downs, J. H. (2004). Increased anterior corpus callosum size associated positively with hypnotizability and the ability to control pain. Brain: A Journal of Neurology, 127(Pt 8), 1741-1747. Jensen, M. P., Adachi, T., & Hakimian, S. (2015). Brain Oscillations, Hypnosis, and Hypnotizability. American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis, 57(3), 230-253. Kirsch, I. (1997). Suggestibility or Hypnosis: What Do Our Scales Really Measure? The International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis, 45(3), 212-225. Lilienfeld, S. O., Lynn, S. J., Ruscio, J., & Beyerstein, B. L. (2010). 50 Great Myths of Popular Psychology: Shattering Widespread Misconceptions about Human Behavior. Wiley-Blackwell. Loftus, E. F., & Palmer, J. C. (1974). Reconstruction of automobile destruction: An example of the interaction between language and memory. Journal of Verbal Learning and Verbal Behavior, 13(5), 585-589. doi:10.1016/S0022-5371(74)80011-3 Loftus, E. F., & Pickrell, J. E. (1995). The formation of false memories. Psychiatric Annals, 25(12), 720-725. doi:10.3928/0048-5713-19951201-07 Lohr, J. M., Olatunji, B. O., Baumeister, R. F., & Bushman, B. J. (2007). The psychology of anger venting and empirically supported alternatives that do no harm. Scientific Review of Mental Health Practice, 5(1), 53-64. This review challenges the catharsis hypothesis, providing evidence that venting may be harmful and not helpful. McGeown, W. J., Mazzoni, G., Venneri, A., & Kirsch, I. (2009). Hypnotic induction decreases anterior default mode activity. Consciousness and Cognition, 18(4), 848-855. Nielsen, J. A., Zielinski, B. A., Ferguson, M. A., Lainhart, J. E., & Anderson, J. S. (2013). An evaluation of the left-brain vs. right-brain hypothesis with resting state functional connectivity magnetic resonance imaging. PLOS ONE, 8(8), e71275. Oakley, D. A., & Halligan, P. W. (2017). Hypnotic suggestion and cognitive neuroscience. Trends in Cognitive Sciences, 21(6), 406-416. Raij, T. T., Numminen, J., Narvanen, S., Hiltunen, J., & Hari, R. (2005). Brain correlates of subjective reality of physically and psychologically induced pain. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 102(6), 2147-2151. Schacter, D. L. (1996). Searching for memory: The brain, the mind, and the past. New York, NY: Basic Books. Schacter, D. L. (2001). The seven sins of memory: How the mind forgets and remembers. Boston, MA: Houghton Mifflin. Tavris, C. (1989). Anger: The misunderstood emotion. New York: Simon and Schuster. Tavris' work discusses the misconceptions surrounding anger, including the myth of cathartic expression.

The Social-Engineer Podcast
Ep. 264 - The SE ETC Series - TicketMaster Healthcare and Threat Actors

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 13:23


Welcome to the Social-Engineer Podcast: The SE Etc. Series. This series will be hosted by Chris Hadnagy, CEO of Social-Engineer LLC, and The Innocent Lives Foundation, as well as Social-Engineer.Org and The Institute for Social Engineering. Join Chris as he discusses topics and news pertaining to the world of Social Engineering. [June 24, 2024]   00:00 - Intro 00:18 - Intro Links -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/                                                 04:18 - Ticketmaster Breach -          Breach Story 05:20 - Actionable Tips 07:22 - Healthcare Attacks -          Chicago Hospital Story 08:42 - Freeze! 10:31 - The Advancement of AI -          IdentifAI Partnership -          Deepfake Attack Story 12:46 - Wrap Up & Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org   Find us online -          Chris Hadnagy -          Twitter: @humanhacker -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christopherhadnagy

The Social-Engineer Podcast
Ep. 263 - Security Awareness Series - Attitude Is Everything In Security with Sigita Jurkynaitė

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 36:25


Today on the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Security Awareness Series, Chris is joined by Sigita Jurkynaitė. Sigita works as Information Security Manager at Nord Security, where she is responsible for company's Information Security Management System, ensuring compliance with international standards and regulations, and security training and awareness.   Previously, Sigita worked at Research and Education Network Association GÉANT, where she led a wide range of international projects and teams, information security community activities and Special Interest Groups. She organized cyber security trainings, conferences and workshops in Europe and Asian countries.  Sigita was Director of CyberSOC at NRD Cyber Security prior to joining Nord Security.   Sigita holds a Master's Degree of Business Management at the ISM University of Management and Economics, where she researched the relationships between people's knowledge, attitude and behavior towards cyber security in organizations. [June 17, 2024]   00:00 - Intro 00:18 - Intro Links: -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/                                                02:50 - Sigita Jurkynaitė Intro 04:03 - It's Not All Tech 06:24 - A Change in Attitude 09:26 - On the Same Team 13:51 - Back to Basics 14:52 - Reporting, Not Ratio 17:06 - Win Fabulous Prizes! 19:33 - The Toxic List 23:01 - Making it Fun -          SWITCH Security Awareness Activities 27:25 - The Power of Ownership 29:28 - One Size Does NOT Fit All! 31:21 - Mentors -          Aunshul Rege -          Nicole Harris -          Don't You Know That You're Toxic? -          Fleur van Leusden 34:10 - Book Recommendations -          The Security Culture Playbook - Kai Roer & Perry Carpenter 35:11 - Find Sigita Jurkynaitė online -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sigita-jurkynaite 35:38 - Wrap Up & Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org

The Bid Picture - Cybersecurity & Intelligence Analysis

Send Bidemi a Text Message!In this episode, host Bidemi Ologunde spoke with Chris Hadnagy, a prominent figure in the field of information security, particularly known for his expertise in social engineering. He is the founder and CEO of Social-Engineer, LLC, a company dedicated to security training and consulting. Chris has authored several influential books on social engineering, including "Social Engineering: The Art of Human Hacking" and "Human Hacking: Win Friends, Influence People, and Leave Them Better Off for Having Met You.”​In addition to his work with Social-Engineer, LLC, Chris is the founder and executive director of The Innocent Lives Foundation, a non-profit organization that works to unmask anonymous online child predators and assist law enforcement in bringing them to justice​. He also serves as an adjunct professor at the University of Arizona, where he teaches courses on social engineering at the NSA-designated Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Operations​.Chris' contributions to information security include creating the world's first social engineering framework and newsletter, and he has been involved in various high-profile speaking engagements at conferences like RSA and Black Hat. He is certified as an Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) and has developed several certifications related to social engineering, such as the Certified Ethical Social Engineer (CESE) and the Master's Level Social Engineering (MLSE) certifications​.Support the Show.

The Social-Engineer Podcast
Ep. 262 - Human Element Series - From Hero to Heroin To Hero with Shawn Livingston

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2024 35:29


Today we are joined by Shawn Livingston. Shawn, a combat veteran, battled heroin addiction after serving his country, as seen in "100 Miles to Redemption." Now, he's a symbol of hope and strength, excelling as an ultra-runner and in fitness. He hosts the "I Am Redemption" podcast, providing a platform for stories of triumph and fostering community. Shawn also inspires through motivational speaking, spreading the message of resilience and redemption. His journey proves that no matter how far one falls, they can always rise again. [June 10, 2024]   00:00 - Intro 00:18 - Intro Links -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/ 02:43 - Shawn Livingston Intro 03:23 - Path to Addiction 05:37 - The Need for Structure 07:27 - Some Hope 11:39 - The Physical Influence 17:34 - Choose Better, Be Better 20:39 - Discover Your "Why?" 24:55 - Staying Humble 26:54 - Path to Redemption 29:46 - Find Shawn Livingston online -          Website: iamredemption.com -          Instagram: @iam.redemption -          Instagram: @iam.shawnlivingston 30:24 - Mentors -          Penny Lane -          Stepfather 32:09 - Book Recommendations -          Work in Progress - Dr. Abbie Maroño -          Extreme Ownership - Jocko Willink 33:43 - Guest Wrap Up & Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org

The Social-Engineer Podcast
Ep. 261 - The Doctor Is In Series - Intrinsic vs Extrinsic Motivators

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2024 50:26


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 discussing Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivation. They will talk about the differences your source of motivation can have on your behavior and state of mind. [June 3, 2024]   00:00 - Intro 00:18 - Dr. Abbie Maroño Intro 00:35 - Intro Links -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/                                 03:35 - The Topic of the Day: Intrinsic vs Extrinsic Motivators 05:19 - Foundational Differences 07:19 - The Pitfalls of Extrinsic Motivation 09:29 - The Overjustification Effect 13:29 - The Intrinsic Difference 16:47 - Where Passion Lies 19:43 - Wellbeing is Intrinsic 22:07 - Situational Influence 27:57 - Passion and Warfare 30:04 - The Maladaptive Difference 33:02 - Avoidance 35:29 - High Risk! 38:31 - Self-reflection 40:31 - Smash That Extrinsic Button! 44:08 - ...A Life Well Lived 46:11 - We Should Grow! 49:15 - Wrap Up 49:40 - Next Month: Psychological Myths 50:06 - Outro                                                                     -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org   Find us online: -          Twitter: @DrAbbieofficial -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dr-abbie-maroño-phd -          Instagram: @DoctorAbbieofficial -          Twitter: @humanhacker -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christopherhadnagy     References:   Amabile, T. M. (1993). Motivational synergy: Toward new conceptualizations of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation in the workplace. Human Resource Management Review, 3(3), 185-201. https://doi.org/10.1016/1053-4822(93)90012-S Baum, J. R., & Locke, E. A. (2004). The relationship of entrepreneurial traits, skill, and motivation to subsequent venture growth. Journal of Applied Psychology, 89(4), 587–598. https://doi.org/10.1037/0021-9010.89.4.587 Curran, T., Hill, A. P., & Appleton, P. R. (2015). The mediating role of psychological need satisfaction in relationships between types of passion for sport and athlete burnout. Journal of Sports Sciences, 33(6), 597-606. https://doi.org/10.1080/02640414.2014.951952 Deci, E. L., Koestner, R., & Ryan, R. M. (1999). A meta-analytic review of experiments examining the effects of extrinsic rewards on intrinsic motivation. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 125(6), 627-668. https://doi.org/10.1037/0022-3514.125.6.627 Forest, J., Mageau, G. A., Sarrazin, C., & Morin, E. M. (2011). “Work is my passion”: The different affective, behavioural, and cognitive consequences of harmonious and obsessive passion toward work. Canadian Journal of Administrative Sciences/Revue Canadienne des Sciences de l'Administration, 28(1), 27-40. https://doi.org/10.1002/cjas.170 Ho, V. T., & Pollack, J. M. (2014). Passion Isn't Always a Good Thing: Examining Entrepreneurs' Network Centrality and Financial Performance with a Dualistic Model of Passion. Journal of Management Studies, 51(3), 433-459. https://doi.org/10.1111/joms.12062 Kohn, A. (1993). Punished by rewards: The trouble with gold stars, incentive plans, A's, praise, and other bribes. Boston, MA: Houghton Mifflin. Ryan, R. M., & Deci, E. L. (2000). Intrinsic and extrinsic motivations: Classic definitions and new directions. Contemporary Educational Psychology, 25(1), 54-67. https://doi.org/10.1006/ceps.1999.1020 Vallerand, R. J., Blanchard, C., Mageau, G. A., Koestner, R., Ratelle, C., Léonard, M., ... & Marsolais, J. (2003). Les passions de l'âme: On obsessive and harmonious passion. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 85(4), 756–767. https://doi.org/10.1037/0022-3514.85.4.756

The Social-Engineer Podcast
Ep. 260 - The SE ETC Series - Suffering Through a Romance Scam with Nadja El Fertasi

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2024 46:02


*Please note that this episode contains discussions regarding abuse that some may find disturbing.   Welcome to the Social-Engineer Podcast: The SE Etc. Series. This series will be hosted by Chris Hadnagy, CEO of Social-Engineer LLC, and The Innocent Lives Foundation, as well as Social-Engineer.Org and The Institute for Social Engineering. Join Chris as he discusses topics and news pertaining to the world of Social Engineering.   Today, Chris is joined by Nadja El Fertasi. Nadja is a leading figure in fostering emotional resilience within the digital age. Her comprehensive expertise spans crisis management, strategic stakeholder communication, and emotional intelligence, creating a unified approach to enhance the human side of digital advancements.   Having spent nearly two decades at NATO, including a significant role in the NATO Communications and Information Agency focusing on Digital Transformation & Cybersecurity, Nadja has been a pivotal figure in strategic engagement and communications. This role highlighted her commitment to navigating and leading through the complexities of cybersecurity and digital transformation. With over 15 years dedicated to cybersecurity at NATO, Nadja has emerged as a respected expert in her field. Her contribution to the cybersecurity community was acknowledged in "Hacking Gender Barriers: Europe's Top Cyberwomen," by the Women4Cyber foundation, which recognized her as one of Europe's influential figures in cybersecurity.   Today, Nadja is the voice behind the EQ Elevator Podcast, where she assists businesses in cultivating leadership that's resilient and equipped for the digital age's challenges. Her work is dedicated to shaping a safer, more emotionally intelligent digital landscape, where individuals and organizations can thrive amidst technological disruptions. [May 27, 2024]   00:00 - Intro 00:19 - 2024 State of Vishing Report 01:01 - Intro Links -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/                                                 03:11 - Nadja El Fertasi Intro 05:02 - The Importance of Sharing 07:14 - Romance Scam: Nadja's Story 13:51 - The Other Side 15:59 - The Red Flags 19:13 - A Gift and a Curse 23:22 - Taking Responsibility 25:24 - Love, Not Romance 27:05 - Navigating the Apps 32:28 - Reality Check 37:27 - Being Human 39:39 - Learning From "No" 41:28 - Where to Report 42:25 - Wrap Up 43:58 - Find Nadja El Fertasi Online -          LinkedIn: in/nadja-elfertasi -          Instagram: @nadjafertasi 45:17 - Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org   Find us online -          Chris Hadnagy -          Twitter: @humanhacker -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christopherhadnagy