

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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Oct 21, 2025 • 45min
What's Next for Humanity with Artificial Intelligence?
What's Next for Humanity with Artificial Intelligence? David Mauro interviews Mike Acerra, the president and founder of Luxblox, about AI and its role in humanity. They discuss the evolution of technology, from typewriters to computers, and the impact of AI on various industries. Mike shares the story of how Luxblox was created and how it encourages creativity and problem-solving. They also touch on the importance of independent verification when using AI-generated information. The conversation explores the impact of automation and AI on various industries and society as a whole 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/ ===========================================================

Oct 19, 2025 • 58min
Why Hackers Target YOU. Dark Web EXPOSED.
Host David Mauro interviews Jeremy Samide, CEO of Blackwired, about why hackers target you. We expose the latest dark web secrets, and the latest social engineering risks. Find more about Blackwired here: https://www.blackwired.com/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/ ===========================================================

Oct 18, 2025 • 1h 11min
What Happened to UBER?! Story of Trust Broken.
This episode explores the rise and controversies of Uber, including its inception, expansion, rebranding, leadership changes, autonomous vehicle program, protests, toxic culture, and legal troubles. It also delves into the significance of a major data breach, the trial of Joe Sullivan, Uber's former chief security officer, and recent fines assessed against the company. Chapters00:00 Introduction: Uber's Data Breaches02:22 The Importance of Data Protection04:21 The Wake-Up Call for Companies05:44 The Damage to Uber's Reputation06:14 The Story of Uber: From Founding to Data Breaches31:51 The Trial of Uber's Chief Security Officer34:41 Criminal Charges and the Responsibilities of Internal IT Leaders45:09 The Uber Data Breach: Lessons in Security and Trust52:00 An 18-Year-Old Hacker's Access to Uber's Systems01:07:30 Implications for the Industry: Reevaluating Roles and LiabilityQuestion? 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/ ===========================================================

Oct 15, 2025 • 51min
Unlocking Online Safety for Families in an AI World
Unlocking Online Safety for Families in an AI WorldThis conversation delves into the critical intersection of child safety and artificial intelligence in today's digital landscape. The speakers discuss the importance of teaching children to navigate online spaces safely, the risks associated with social media, and the evolving nature of AI technology. They emphasize the need for common sense guardrails, the implications of identity theft, and the spread of misinformation. The discussion also touches on the future of AI regulation and the importance of education in safeguarding against cyber threats.Chapters00:00 Navigating Online Safety in an AI World02:35 The Intersection of AI and Child Safety05:29 Guardrails for Social Media and Parenting08:24 The Digital Footprint of Future Generations11:20 The Role of Social Media Companies14:18 The Risks of Identity Theft and Cybersecurity19:11 The Evolution of AI and Its Implications21:48 Jailbreaking AI: A New Frontier24:52 The Spread of Misinformation28:57 The Future of AI Regulation31:49 Preparing for an AI-Driven World34:43 AI and Cybersecurity35:30 AI, Cybersecurity, & Family Safety42:00 social media safetyQuestion? 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/ ===========================================================

Oct 14, 2025 • 57min
Attack of the Deepfakes. New AI Risks for Business.
Exclusive interview with Perry Carpenter, a multi-award-winning author, podcaster, and cybersecurity expert. Perry's latest book, FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated Deceptions, offers invaluable insights into navigating the complexities of AI-driven deception. 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/ ===========================================================

Oct 8, 2025 • 28min
When Ransomware Turns Deadly: Breaking Cyber Crime News and Essential Security Tips for Businesses
Cyber Flash Point on the following topics: how ransomware kills in real life and latest cyber crime news, 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/ ===========================================================

Oct 6, 2025 • 48min
Identity and Brand Protection. Things We NEED to Know.
Public speaker, educator, Dev Ops specialist and privacy advocate Hannah Sutor joins us in the Cyber Crime Junkies Studio discussing new insights for identity and brand protection, identity and brand protection , identity and brand protection online, and best practices for protecting personal data online.Connect with Hannah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-sutor@CCJ Music Credits: Two Guitars by Admiral Bob (c) copyright 2012 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license.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/ ===========================================================

Oct 4, 2025 • 53min
BIG LIES in Cybersecurity--Why We Need to Rebuild the Industry
Joshua Copeland, a seasoned cybersecurity leader and author of "Unpopular Opinion," uncovers the pervasive myths in cybersecurity, stressing the need for a fundamental overhaul. He critiques the false sense of security created by compliance and certifications, advocating for more practical, hands-on experience. Joshua also emphasizes the transformative potential of AI in enhancing security, calls for collaboration across departments to tackle vulnerabilities, and warns of the risks posed by shadow AI. His bold views challenge the status quo and aim for a more resilient cybersecurity future.

Oct 3, 2025 • 1h 3min
Cyber Attack Lawsuits: How to Avoid the Litigation
Jamey Davidson, Partner at international law firm O’Hagan Meyer concentrates on top ways to reduce risk in cyber breach litigation, defending businesses in cyber breach class-action law suits and how to build defenses to reduce cyber breach liability. We discuss: Cyber Attack Lawsuits: How to Avoid the LitigationHow Cyber Breach Litigation WorksWhy Security Layers Help Defend Against Law SuitsQuestion? 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/ ===========================================================

Oct 1, 2025 • 1h 4min
Hacking Big Tech. Bryan Seely Interview.
Bryan Seely joins us is a refreshing and hilariously entertaining episode. Bryan is a world-famous cyber security expert, ethical hacker and former U.S. Marine. He is known for his book (Web of Lies) and for intercepting calls to the U.S. Secret Service & FBI, as well as finding major exploits at LinkedIn and several government 3-Letter agencies. Connect with Bryan: www.bryanseely.comQuestion? 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/ ===========================================================


