Shawn Ryan Show #56 Ryan Montgomery - #1 Ethical Hacker Who Hunts Child Predators Catches One Live On Podcast
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May 8, 2023 Ryan Montgomery, the world's top ethical hacker and child safety advocate, shares his mission to expose online child predators. He discusses shocking statistics on child exploitation and recounts a live sting operation that exposed a predator in under a minute. Ryan emphasizes the need for parental awareness and the importance of ethical hacking in protecting children. He shares his personal journey from addiction to cybersecurity, highlighting the vital role of community support in combating both addiction and child exploitation.
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Ryan's Discovery
- Shawn Ryan found Ryan Montgomery through a short Instagram video.
- The video showed Ryan exposing a father exploiting his daughter; this led Shawn to contact him.
Ryan's Childhood
- Ryan Montgomery had a challenging childhood, involving drug use and a difficult relationship with his father.
- Despite this, he remained close with his mother and grandfather, who was a positive influence.
Early Hacking
- Ryan, a high school dropout, began hacking at 11 after being inspired by a floppy disk and AOL.
- He learned from a hacker named Rob Moore and initially used his skills for marketing and minor hacks.