Cybersecurity expert Joseph Cox discusses FBI's massive sting operation with an encrypted messaging app, ethical dilemmas in law enforcement, and creating a balanced true crime narrative. Plus, new podcast segments Agony Roo and Password Panic game add chaotic fun to the mix!
FBI conducted largest sting operation using a covert app for wiretapping.
Joseph Cox emphasizes importance of cybersecurity and privacy in investigative journalism.
Hosts advocate for minimal security software usage and creative password generation.
Deep dives
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Funny Highlights In the Podcast Episode
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Guest Book Author Experience
Joseph Cox discusses his investigative journalism journey and insights into cybersecurity and privacy through writing the book 'Darkwire' on the largest sting operation.
Resolution Strategies for Security Programs
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Fun Trivia Mishaps and Password Creation
Sarah and Roo engage in a fast-paced trivia game, stumbled on questions, and ended with Mars, Moonlight, 1945, K, Avocado, 1945, Canberra, Ass, Three password creation for fun and memories.
Strap yourselves in for a wild ride, as we kick off a new season with the incredible true story of the largest FBI sting operation ever. Cybersecurity author and journalist, Joseph Cox, unpacks his best-selling book, Dark Wire. Learn how the FBI built its own app to wiretap the world and turn the tide on the criminal underground, with privacy implications for everyone. Trust us, you won't want to miss this one. 🤯🎙️
We also launch a brand new Agony Aunt segment, where you can ask Roo anything! This is a chance to ask all your burning questions, from security recommendations to which laundry detergent to use. Roo will answer it all.
Plus, expect chaos with our latest security game: Password Panic! 🫨⏰ (And if you guessed a new jingle was coming... then you guessed correctly!🎶)