

Unsupervised Learning
Daniel Miessler
Unsupervised Learning is about ideas and trends in Cybersecurity, National Security, AI, Technology, and Culture—and how best to upgrade ourselves to be ready for what's coming.
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Sep 22, 2025 • 35min
A Conversation With Harry Wetherald CO-Founder & CEO At Maze
Harry Wetherald, co-founder and CEO of Maze, dives into how AI is revolutionizing vulnerability management and application security. He discusses the critical challenge of remediation, emphasizing that AI can bridge the gap between vulnerabilities and the developers who address them. Harry explains how linking vulnerabilities to specific teams and tools like GitHub can streamline workflows. The conversation also touches on the shrinking tolerance for vulnerability windows and the arms race between attackers and defenders in leveraging AI for cybersecurity.

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Sep 18, 2025 • 22min
A Conversation With Grant Lee CO-Founder & CEO At Gamma
In this engaging discussion, Grant Lee, Co-founder and CEO of Gamma, shares insights on revolutionizing presentations with AI-driven storytelling. He elaborates on why storytelling should precede slides, allowing creators to focus on the narrative flow. Grant highlights Gamma's role as a personal design partner, enhancing visual appeal in real time. The conversation also explores the platform’s versatility beyond traditional slides, including mobile and video formats, and hints at exciting automation features coming in the future.

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Sep 10, 2025 • 37min
UL NO. 497: STANDARD EDITION | More NPM Shenanigans, I Open Sourced Kai, Blood Work Results, Finding Vulns in a 10-line Prompt, and more...
The podcast dives into the critical role of user retention over acquisition, using a captivating physics analogy. It highlights personal growth through reflection on one’s ideal self. Listeners hear about exciting tech innovations and the changing landscape of AI recruiting. The host shares insights from personal health lab results and dietary plans for a better lifestyle. There's also a discussion on how private equity is reshaping suburban real estate, raising important societal questions.

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Sep 5, 2025 • 1h 3min
UL NO. 496: STANDARD EDITION | New Video on Building my Personal AI System, Anthropic Reveals One-person Hacking Company using Claude, Pentagon Says China Keeps Penetrating, and more...
Discover the journey of building a personal AI system and the challenges faced along the way. Delve into the role of AI in cybersecurity as it becomes both a tool and a weapon. Explore innovative educational models that address the discontent among younger generations, advocating for tech-driven approaches. Unpack the contrasting insights from classic literature versus modern digital content, revealing the depth of traditional texts. Lastly, reflect on personal growth in an era dominated by rapid technological advancements.

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Aug 22, 2025 • 50min
A Conversation with Michael Brown About Designing AI Systems
Michael Brown, Principal Security Engineer at Trail of Bits, reveals the innovative design behind Buttercup, an AI-driven cybersecurity system that earned 2nd place in the AI Cyber Challenge. He discusses how blending deterministic systems with AI can outperform traditional methods. The conversation delves into the importance of modular architectures, risk management in AI pipelines, and the complexities of using large language models for security tasks. Brown also shares insights on the future of AI in cybersecurity and its potential applications.

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Aug 21, 2025 • 1h 38min
UL NO. 494: STANDARD EDITION | AI Finds a P1, I Missed Chartbeat So I Made My Own, XBow Open-Sources Their AI Bot, and more...
Explore the potential of AI in boosting productivity and creativity while addressing its impact on knowledge workers. Discover how personal agency can reshape businesses and society. Learn about the integration of AI in penetration testing with innovative tools like Helios. The conversation touches on overcoming personal barriers to unleash creativity through technology. Delve into urgent cybersecurity threats and their implications for national security. Engage with themes of Universal Basic Income and the evolving landscape of remote work.

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Jul 29, 2025 • 26min
A Conversation With Sarit Tager from Prisma Cloud
Sarit Tager, VP of Product Management at Palo Alto Networks, is a pioneer in cloud and application security. In this conversation, she explores how Prisma Cloud unifies AppSec, Cloud, and SOC data into a single ecosystem for better risk management. Tager highlights the need for dynamic guardrails during development to prevent vulnerabilities before they escalate. She also delves into how AI enhances security postures and boosts developer collaboration, making security a seamless part of the workflow rather than a hindrance.

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Jul 17, 2025 • 22min
UL NO. 489: STANDARD EDITION | My personal toolchain updates, Google tracking through DuckDuckGo, Anthropic’s Pentagon Deal, Grok4 NSFW, Substack Crushes WSJ, and more...
Discover the latest in personal tool enhancements, including new dictation apps and streamlined video tools. Uncover how Google tracks users through DuckDuckGo and explore the Pentagon's AI investments amid cybersecurity risks. Substack's rise shakes up traditional media, while emerging technologies challenge the energy sector. Dive into social trends like investor home buying and the impact of sunlight on vision. This episode is packed with insights on AI innovations and the evolving digital landscape.

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Jul 10, 2025 • 30min
UL NO. 488: STANDARD EDITION | Google Granting Confusing Access to Gemini, A New Favorite Creator, Russia's new Autonomous Drones, Claude Code Madness and Neovim Config, and more...
Discover the complexities of AI, as personal insights on Cloud Code integration reveal its potential and challenges. Explore the thrilling yet daunting advancements toward Artificial General Intelligence and the pressing need for empathy in tech. Delve into geopolitical tensions surrounding autonomous drones and cybersecurity threats. The podcast also examines how AI reshapes workplace dynamics and job markets, alongside a fascinating minimalist approach to developer configurations that trims complexity. Tune in for thought-provoking discussions!

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Jul 2, 2025 • 42min
UL NO. 487: STANDARD EDITION: Iranian Critical Infra Attacks, Insane Recent Productivity, A Chinese Mosquito Drone, Marcus's Response to Our AI Debate, "Context Engineering" Ain't It, and more...
Explore how advanced tools are turbocharging productivity and creativity. Dive into vital cybersecurity updates amid geopolitical tensions, and examine the role of AI in content creation, with classic beliefs under scrutiny. Discover the delicate balance between technological innovation and personal life, while a unique Chinese mosquito drone adds a twist to the conversation. Finally, Marcus shares his thoughts on the contentious AI debate, questioning the reliability of established beliefs and how they impact our future.