

Cyber Crime Junkies
Cyber Crime Junkies. Host David Mauro.
Entertaining & Sarcastic Podcast about dramatic stories on cyber and AI, which actually help people and organizations protect themselves online and stop cybercrime.Find all content at www.CyberCrimeJunkies.com and videos on YouTube & Rumble @CyberCrimeJunkiesPodcastDive deeper with our newsletter on LinkedIn and Substack. THE CHAOS BRIEF.
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May 27, 2025 • 43min
Overcoming Bias in Tech and Cybersecurity.
Lynn Dohm, head of Women in Cyber Security (WiCyS) and one of the top women in cyber security, joins us. Come learn benefits of attending security conferences, best ways to keep up to date on security news, and ways to stop bias in cyber security.Question? Text our Studio direct.Growth without Interruption. Get peace of mind. Stay Competitive-Get NetGain. Contact NetGain today at 844-777-6278 or reach out online at www.NETGAINIT.com Support the show🔥New Exclusive Offers for our Listeners! 🔥 1. Remove Your Data Online Today! Try OPTERY Risk Free. Sign up here https://get.optery.com/DMauro-CyberCrimeJunkies 2. Or Turn it over to the Pros at DELETE ME and get 20% Off! Remove your data with 24/7 data broker monitoring. 🔥Sign up here and Get 20% off DELETE ME 3. 🔥Experience The Best AI Translation, Audio Reader & Voice Cloning! Try Eleven Labs Today risk free: https://try.elevenlabs.io/gla58o32c6hq Dive Deeper: 🔗 Website: https://cybercrimejunkies.com 📰 Chaos Newsletter: https://open.substack.com/pub/chaosbrief ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daviddmauro/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cybercrimejunkies/ ===========================================================

May 26, 2025 • 51min
CRIMINAL MINDS, Entitlement & Accountability. Godfather Brett Johnson.
🚨 NEW EPISODE ALERT 🚨Joined by Brett Johnson, who EXPOSES the MIND of Cyber Crime.Once known as the "Original Internet Godfather" and US Most Wanted cybercriminal, Brett is now a cybersecurity consultant aiding law enforcement. Brett shares his remarkable journey of redemption, and we explore the mind of cyber crime and what drives criminals to commit cyber crimes.A must-watch for anyone interested in cybersecurity, the criminal mindset, and the transformative journey from crime to redemption.Question? Text our Studio direct.Growth without Interruption. Get peace of mind. Stay Competitive-Get NetGain. Contact NetGain today at 844-777-6278 or reach out online at www.NETGAINIT.com Support the show🔥New Exclusive Offers for our Listeners! 🔥 1. Remove Your Data Online Today! Try OPTERY Risk Free. Sign up here https://get.optery.com/DMauro-CyberCrimeJunkies 2. Or Turn it over to the Pros at DELETE ME and get 20% Off! Remove your data with 24/7 data broker monitoring. 🔥Sign up here and Get 20% off DELETE ME 3. 🔥Experience The Best AI Translation, Audio Reader & Voice Cloning! Try Eleven Labs Today risk free: https://try.elevenlabs.io/gla58o32c6hq Dive Deeper: 🔗 Website: https://cybercrimejunkies.com 📰 Chaos Newsletter: https://open.substack.com/pub/chaosbrief ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daviddmauro/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cybercrimejunkies/ ===========================================================

May 26, 2025 • 2min
New Alert 🚨 Beware of Your Next Google Search🚨
👀 Could your next Google search lead you into a cyber trap? 🔐 Are you sure that “HR login” link isn’t a fake?🚨 The FBI just issued a Public Service Announcement warning EVERYONE — yes, even you — that cybercriminals are now targeting employee self-service websites (like payroll, benefits, and HR portals).Here’s how it works: ⚠️ Fraudsters buy search engine ads that look legit ⚠️ The ad directs you to a fake login page ⚠️ You enter your info... and they steal it🔎 They’re after YOUR login, YOUR paycheck, and YOUR personal financial data.🛡️ What to do: ✅ Never click login links from search ads ✅ Always navigate directly to known URLs ✅ Use multi-factor authentication on everythingStay sharp. Stay secure. This isn’t just IT’s job — it’s everyone’s job now.#CyberSecurity #FBIWarning #OnlineSafety #CyberCrime #Phishing #Infosec #CyberAlert #DigitalSecurity #EmployeeSelfService #CyberCrimeJunkiesQuestion? Text our Studio direct.Support the show🔥New Exclusive Offers for our Listeners! 🔥 1. Remove Your Data Online Today! Try OPTERY Risk Free. Sign up here https://get.optery.com/DMauro-CyberCrimeJunkies 2. Or Turn it over to the Pros at DELETE ME and get 20% Off! Remove your data with 24/7 data broker monitoring. 🔥Sign up here and Get 20% off DELETE ME 3. 🔥Experience The Best AI Translation, Audio Reader & Voice Cloning! Try Eleven Labs Today risk free: https://try.elevenlabs.io/gla58o32c6hq Dive Deeper: 🔗 Website: https://cybercrimejunkies.com 📰 Chaos Newsletter: https://open.substack.com/pub/chaosbrief ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daviddmauro/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cybercrimejunkies/ ===========================================================

May 25, 2025 • 17min
Got AI? Fake Videos. Social Engineering.
🚨 NEW EPISODE ALERT! 🚨 🔒 Are you prepared for the risks of AI-powered deception? Got AI? What to watch for in Fake Videos and Social Engineering. 🤖 Are you ready to confront the dark side of AI? 🤖 Unmasking AI Deepfakes & Cyber Threats.Question? Text our Studio direct.Support the show🔥New Exclusive Offers for our Listeners! 🔥 1. Remove Your Data Online Today! Try OPTERY Risk Free. Sign up here https://get.optery.com/DMauro-CyberCrimeJunkies 2. Or Turn it over to the Pros at DELETE ME and get 20% Off! Remove your data with 24/7 data broker monitoring. 🔥Sign up here and Get 20% off DELETE ME 3. 🔥Experience The Best AI Translation, Audio Reader & Voice Cloning! Try Eleven Labs Today risk free: https://try.elevenlabs.io/gla58o32c6hq Dive Deeper: 🔗 Website: https://cybercrimejunkies.com 📰 Chaos Newsletter: https://open.substack.com/pub/chaosbrief ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daviddmauro/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cybercrimejunkies/ ===========================================================

May 21, 2025 • 33min
🔥 Truth About FYRE Festival🔥 How Online Fraud Works
We delve into the infamous Fyre Festival, exploring the truth about fyre festival and how online fraud works. The Fyre Festival became a symbol of , how online fraudsters work. We discuss the extravagant promises made by the organizers, the disastrous execution of the event, and the legal consequences faced by its founder, Billy McFarland. TakeawaysA single Instagram post from Kendall Jenner cost $250,000The Fyre Festival was a masterclass in social media deceptionThey spent millions on influencer marketing without disclosing it.Attendees found FEMA disaster relief tents instead of luxury villas.The cheese sandwiches became a symbol of the fiasco.Hundreds of local Bahamian workers never got paid for their work.McFarland was sentenced to six years in prison for fraudHe was released on August 30, 2023, after serving time.McFarland is attempting to launch Fyre Festival 2 in 2024.The legacy of Fyre Festival serves as a cautionary tale about social media influence.Chapters00:00 Truth About Fyre Festival: A Cautionary Tale02:14 What Actually Happened At Fyre Festival05:10 Fyre Festival Scandal09:10 How Online Fraud Works12:32 Life After Prison For Billy Mcfarland19:04 The Return of Fyre Festival: A Risky Gamble30:00 The Dark Side of Social Media InfluenceQuestion? Text our Studio direct.Growth without Interruption. Get peace of mind. Stay Competitive-Get NetGain. Contact NetGain today at 844-777-6278 or reach out online at www.NETGAINIT.com Support the show🔥New Exclusive Offers for our Listeners! 🔥 1. Remove Your Data Online Today! Try OPTERY Risk Free. Sign up here https://get.optery.com/DMauro-CyberCrimeJunkies 2. Or Turn it over to the Pros at DELETE ME and get 20% Off! Remove your data with 24/7 data broker monitoring. 🔥Sign up here and Get 20% off DELETE ME 3. 🔥Experience The Best AI Translation, Audio Reader & Voice Cloning! Try Eleven Labs Today risk free: https://try.elevenlabs.io/gla58o32c6hq Dive Deeper: 🔗 Website: https://cybercrimejunkies.com 📰 Chaos Newsletter: https://open.substack.com/pub/chaosbrief ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daviddmauro/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cybercrimejunkies/ ===========================================================

May 20, 2025 • 60min
Unlocking Unity: The Power of Civil Discourse and Protecting Online Privacy in America
Kurt Long, founder and CEO of a privacy-based messaging app BUNKR (https://www.bunkr.life/) join David Mauro to discuss: how civil discourse helps our country, Newest Ways To Take Control Over Data Privacy, and why protecting online privacy is important.SummaryThe conversation explores the topics of data privacy, government surveillance, and underreporting of crimes. Kurt Long, CEO of Bunker and an expert in privacy and information security, discusses the risks associated with leaving a digital footprint and the increasing power of governments in surveillance. He highlights the non-enforcement of laws and under-reporting of crimes by global governments, putting citizens at risk. The conversation also touches on the balance between privacy and surveillance, the impact of uncontrolled immigration, and the need for civil discourse and transparency in government actions. The conversation explores the correlation between underreported crime and the development of technology solutions. It delves into the challenges faced by law enforcement agencies in infiltrating criminal activities and how the tech industry has responded by creating encrypted and private platforms. The discussion also highlights the rise of cybercrime on platforms like the dark web and the importance of valuing personal privacy. The need for enforcement of existing laws and regulations, especially in areas like data privacy and security, is emphasized. The conversation concludes with practical best practices for individuals, including password management, reducing attack surfaces, and using secure communication tools.Question? Text our Studio direct.Growth without Interruption. Get peace of mind. Stay Competitive-Get NetGain. Contact NetGain today at 844-777-6278 or reach out online at www.NETGAINIT.com Support the show🔥New Exclusive Offers for our Listeners! 🔥 1. Remove Your Data Online Today! Try OPTERY Risk Free. Sign up here https://get.optery.com/DMauro-CyberCrimeJunkies 2. Or Turn it over to the Pros at DELETE ME and get 20% Off! Remove your data with 24/7 data broker monitoring. 🔥Sign up here and Get 20% off DELETE ME 3. 🔥Experience The Best AI Translation, Audio Reader & Voice Cloning! Try Eleven Labs Today risk free: https://try.elevenlabs.io/gla58o32c6hq Dive Deeper: 🔗 Website: https://cybercrimejunkies.com 📰 Chaos Newsletter: https://open.substack.com/pub/chaosbrief ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daviddmauro/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cybercrimejunkies/ ===========================================================

May 15, 2025 • 52min
Cyber Risk Unleashed. Latest Threats To Business.
Elizabeth Houser, Director of Cyber defense at Defense Storm, discusses her role in cybersecurity and her creation of the Security Intel Bulletin. We discuss what cyber risk means for business leaders today. She emphasizes the importance of translating cybersecurity topics into plain language to increase awareness and understanding among business leaders and the general public. Question? Text our Studio direct.Growth without Interruption. Get peace of mind. Stay Competitive-Get NetGain. Contact NetGain today at 844-777-6278 or reach out online at www.NETGAINIT.com Support the show🔥New Exclusive Offers for our Listeners! 🔥 1. Remove Your Data Online Today! Try OPTERY Risk Free. Sign up here https://get.optery.com/DMauro-CyberCrimeJunkies 2. Or Turn it over to the Pros at DELETE ME and get 20% Off! Remove your data with 24/7 data broker monitoring. 🔥Sign up here and Get 20% off DELETE ME 3. 🔥Experience The Best AI Translation, Audio Reader & Voice Cloning! Try Eleven Labs Today risk free: https://try.elevenlabs.io/gla58o32c6hq Dive Deeper: 🔗 Website: https://cybercrimejunkies.com 📰 Chaos Newsletter: https://open.substack.com/pub/chaosbrief ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daviddmauro/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cybercrimejunkies/ ===========================================================

May 13, 2025 • 49min
Cybercrime vs Small Business. Insider View of Cyber Crime.
Ron Sharon, a well-known cybersecurity & IT leader having served at such great companies as CANNON, LA Clippers, Universal Music, Mercedes, and more. Ron is a mentor to IT and cyber professionals across the globe and a friend of this show.Chapters00:00 The Journey into Cybersecurity04:58 Cyber Crime vs Small Business09:56 Insider View of Cyber Crime14:52 Entry-Level Opportunities in Cybersecurity19:55 The Broad Scope of Cybersecurity Roles26:15 Small Business Cyber Risk34:59 The Need for Governance in AI40:02 Understanding Modern CybercriminalsQuestion? Text our Studio direct.Growth without Interruption. Get peace of mind. Stay Competitive-Get NetGain. Contact NetGain today at 844-777-6278 or reach out online at www.NETGAINIT.com Support the show🔥New Exclusive Offers for our Listeners! 🔥 1. Remove Your Data Online Today! Try OPTERY Risk Free. Sign up here https://get.optery.com/DMauro-CyberCrimeJunkies 2. Or Turn it over to the Pros at DELETE ME and get 20% Off! Remove your data with 24/7 data broker monitoring. 🔥Sign up here and Get 20% off DELETE ME 3. 🔥Experience The Best AI Translation, Audio Reader & Voice Cloning! Try Eleven Labs Today risk free: https://try.elevenlabs.io/gla58o32c6hq Dive Deeper: 🔗 Website: https://cybercrimejunkies.com 📰 Chaos Newsletter: https://open.substack.com/pub/chaosbrief ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daviddmauro/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cybercrimejunkies/ ===========================================================

May 8, 2025 • 54min
Cyber Traps at Home! How to Keep Your Family Safe Online.🔥
Host David Mauro interviews Dr. Feleks Kravetz, US citizen who migrated from the former USSR and founder of Cuber Security Easy.We discuss:🎯protecting yourself online, 🎯cybersecurity risks for families, and 🎯the importance of cybersecurity awareness.Find Dr. Felix and his mission to raise awareness for all here:🌐 Website: https://www.CyberSecurityEasy.com – Learn more about our cybersecurity services▶️ YouTube Channel: https://www.YouTube.com/@CyberSecurityEasyDotCom – Over 60 free video clips for business training, seniors, and kids📚 Books & More: https://wQuestion? Text our Studio direct.Growth without Interruption. Get peace of mind. Stay Competitive-Get NetGain. Contact NetGain today at 844-777-6278 or reach out online at www.NETGAINIT.com Support the show🔥New Exclusive Offers for our Listeners! 🔥 1. Remove Your Data Online Today! Try OPTERY Risk Free. Sign up here https://get.optery.com/DMauro-CyberCrimeJunkies 2. Or Turn it over to the Pros at DELETE ME and get 20% Off! Remove your data with 24/7 data broker monitoring. 🔥Sign up here and Get 20% off DELETE ME 3. 🔥Experience The Best AI Translation, Audio Reader & Voice Cloning! Try Eleven Labs Today risk free: https://try.elevenlabs.io/gla58o32c6hq Dive Deeper: 🔗 Website: https://cybercrimejunkies.com 📰 Chaos Newsletter: https://open.substack.com/pub/chaosbrief ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daviddmauro/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cybercrimejunkies/ ===========================================================

May 1, 2025 • 58min
How Hackers Think.🔥Chris Roberts🔥Latest AI Risks for Business
Rural Healthcare and small/midsized businesses are being tipped over the edge. Not by Tariffs or high interest rates, but by investments needed into protecting their people and systems from disruption. How can you protect yourself from something you don’t know? A risk you don’t understand. What if you could think like a hacker… and use that power to protect your business?In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Chris Roberts, world-renowned cybersecurity expert, CISO and self-defined “Hacker” to explore:🤖 How Hackers Think — and why it matters more than ever🧠 New AI Risks facing small businesses & rural healthcare🎭 Deepfake Detection and the rise of synthetic threatsFrom AI-powered attacks to defending the digital frontlines, Chris breaks it all down with real stories, hacker secrets, and eye-opening strategies. Discover:🚨 The difference between hackers and cyber criminals (yes, there’s a BIG difference)🔒 The newest AI security protections available now🏥 Practical ways to protect rural healthcare and small orgsWhether you're a business leader, tech enthusiast, or just curious about how the hacker mind works, this conversation will change the way you see digital threats.This one’s eye-opening, practical, and unforgettable.🎧 Listen. Learn. Protect.👇 Watch/Listen now and arm yourself with exclusive insight only a world-renowned hacker can provide. #CyberSecurity #AIrisks #HackerMindset #ChrisRoberts #Deepfakes #SmallBusinessSecurity #RuralHealthcare #CyberCrimeJunkies #CyberProtectionQuestion? Text our Studio direct.Growth without Interruption. Get peace of mind. Stay Competitive-Get NetGain. Contact NetGain today at 844-777-6278 or reach out online at www.NETGAINIT.com Support the show🔥New Exclusive Offers for our Listeners! 🔥 1. Remove Your Data Online Today! Try OPTERY Risk Free. Sign up here https://get.optery.com/DMauro-CyberCrimeJunkies 2. Or Turn it over to the Pros at DELETE ME and get 20% Off! Remove your data with 24/7 data broker monitoring. 🔥Sign up here and Get 20% off DELETE ME 3. 🔥Experience The Best AI Translation, Audio Reader & Voice Cloning! Try Eleven Labs Today risk free: https://try.elevenlabs.io/gla58o32c6hq Dive Deeper: 🔗 Website: https://cybercrimejunkies.com 📰 Chaos Newsletter: https://open.substack.com/pub/chaosbrief ✅ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daviddmauro/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cybercrimejunkies/ ===========================================================


