

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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Sep 4, 2025 • 1h 3min
AI and Your Privacy. Digital Citizenship Today.
This is the story of AI and Your Privacy. Digital Citizenship Today. Antoinette King, Author of the book Digital Citizens Guide to Cybersecurity. She is the founder of Credo Cyber Consulting, LLC, who has over 20 years of experience in the security industry, from physical security to digital security. Grab her book: https://www.amazon.com/Digital-Citizens-Guide-Cybersecurity-Empowered/dp/1956464220Question? 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/ ===========================================================

Aug 31, 2025 • 55min
🔥Marketing Warfare: How A New Framework is IGNITING Small Business Growth
David Mauro and co-host Zach Moskow engage with Kevin McGrew, author of 'The New Rules of Marketing Warfare.' They discuss the intersection of marketing and leadership, emphasizing the importance of frameworks in business strategy. Kevin shares insights on the SMAC framework (Shoot, Move, Adapt, Communicate) and how it can help businesses navigate challenges. The conversation also explores the impact of AI on marketing, the necessity of adaptability, and the future of business leadership in a rapidly changing landscape.You can grab a copy of Kevin’s new book here: https://a.co/d/9bGjIBf 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/ ===========================================================

Aug 29, 2025 • 33min
Crypto Fraud Exposed - How Cyber Crime Turns Violent
This is the true cyber crime story of Lamborghini Carjackers Lured by a $243M Cyber heist, a dive into crypto fraud cases and how cyber crime turns violent. This episode explores the dramatic rise and fall of Ray Diaz, a young man entangled in a world of cybercrime, luxury, and violence. It delves into the consequences of doxxing, the ruthless nature of cybercriminal networks like the COM, and the failed kidnapping plot that led to a shocking $243 million cryptocurrency heist. The narrative highlights the dangers of living a flashy lifestyle built on crime and the lessons learned from these high-stakes situations.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/ ===========================================================

Aug 21, 2025 • 59min
Social Media Crimes EXPOSED🚨Internet Safety
They thought they found love… Instead, they walked straight into a digital slaughterhouse.In this shocking episode of Cyber Crime Junkies, host Dean Mauro and Dr. Sergio Sanchez expose the dark world of pig butchering scams — where victims are “fattened up” with trust before being bled dry financially and emotionally.We reveal:· The $1M “Brad Pitt” romance scam that fooled a highly educated professional.· How AI deepfakes and voice cloning make fraudsters nearly impossible to spot.· Crypto investment cons promising 80% annual returns that vanish overnight.💡 If it’s too good to be true… it’s a setup. Don’t become another headline. Learn the tactics before they learn YOU.#PigButcheringScam #RomanceScam #CryptoScam #Deepfake #VoiceCloning #SocialEngineering 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/ ===========================================================

Aug 17, 2025 • 1h 14min
From RUSSIA with Love. JAILED Hacker SPILLS Powerful Secrets!
In this exclusive interview, a former ransomware hacker reveals the shocking truth behind a devastating supply chain attack that brought a major organization to its knees. From the initial breach to the final ransom demand, our insider shares never-before-heard secrets about the tactics, techniques, and procedures used to pull off the heist. You won't want to miss this rare glimpse into the dark world of cybercrime.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/ ===========================================================

Aug 17, 2025 • 40min
How to Become a Top Hacker for Business
Maril Vernon joins us, sharing her inspiring story and how she became Top Hacker this year. Without a technical background she transformed her career and broker into cybersecurity, becoming a 1-person Purple Team.Topics: how to become a top hacker for business, how to become a top woman in cyber security, ways to break into cyber security from marketing.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/ ===========================================================

Aug 15, 2025 • 44min
Weird Dangerous Findings on The Dark Web
The dangers that lurk on the Dark Web. Many people who have visited have said they have seen things they never wanted to see. We take you there.We explain why it’s so important for everyone to know what’s there since we provide a roadmap to you, your family and the brands we all serve These are the true crime stories about what happens when we shine a light on the Dark Web. What’s Public & For Sale on the Dark WebRENT-A-HACKERApplying for a job with a Cybercrime Gang.Staggering new reports and shocking stats Practical ways to avoid your data being sold Hope you listen and hope you download all our episodes. New episodes on Mondays (plus bonus episodes!)*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/ ===========================================================

Aug 12, 2025 • 51min
Modern Ways to Improve Presentation Skills with Nausheen Chen.
Nausheen Chen joins us. She is a wildly popular professional public speaking coach with clients like leaders at Google, Amazon and huge brands like Timberland and more. Check out her site:www.speaking.coachNausheen has a free course we encourage you to check out! https://www.speaking.coach/free-course/She shares her insights on modern ways to improve presentation skills.From virtual (zoom etc) meetings to live public speaking in person, we touch on many little-known ways you can improve your communications.Topics:• why people fear public speaking, • is it possible to overcome fear of public speaking?• modern ways to improve communication skills , • little known ways to overcome fear of public speaking,• dangers of certain beverages, lighting errors and sound mistakes,• Methodologies which help build authenticity and clarity Chapters• 00:00 Introduction and Background• 02:57 Discovering a Passion for Public Speaking• 09:00 The Importance of Effective Communication• 13:07 Challenges in Presentation Skills• 21:02 Techniques for Effective Communication• 25:07 Assisting Leaders in Communication• 25:36 The Importance of Authentic Confidence• 26:27 Coaching Introverts in Public Speaking• 28:54 Overcoming Filler Words• 30:00 The Impact of Comfort Level on Delivery• 32:49 The Role of Coffee and Energy Drinks• 34:23 Camera Angles and Gestures for On-Camera Presentations• 41:36 The Importance of PracticeQuestion? 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/ ===========================================================

Aug 8, 2025 • 1h 17min
Cyber Careers Demystified. What Employers Want.
TJ Houston, a cybersecurity expert, teacher, and coach, shares his insights on launching a career in cybersecurity. He highlights essential steps like obtaining certifications and establishing daily study habits. Houston discusses how military experience can transition into IT roles and emphasizes the importance of networking. The conversation also dives into vendor-neutral certifications, their relevance for entry-level jobs, and the significance of understanding both offensive and defensive cybersecurity roles.

Aug 6, 2025 • 57min
Harnessing Emerging Tech: Imagination and AI in Brand Growth, and the Perils of 'Too Big to Fail"
When technology can do everything for us, what is left? Imagination. That is the intrigue in a soon-to-be-released book coming by Dr Lydia Kostopoulos, who holds a PHD in International Relations, Security and Political Science, having attended the Harvard Kennedy school for Cybersecurity. We discuss: Harnessing Emerging Tech: Imagination and AI in Brand Growth, and the Perils of 'Too Big to Fail".· ways to grow brands by adapting to emerging tech,· how to use imagination in brand growth,· risks in believing you are TOO BIG TO FAIL,· how AI is effecting brand imagination, · how technology has changed society, Chapters02:44 The Significance of Cybersecurity and Cybercrime05:04 Exploring Web3 and Digital Ownership08:23 The State of Web3 and the Metaverse12:21 Digital Assets and NFTs15:08 Apple's Vision Pro and Avatar Technology19:20 Challenges and Risks in the Metaverse20:41 Convergence of Technologies and Convergence Literacy24:27 Emerging Technologies and Strategic Advisory Services26:46 The Importance of Convergence Literacy27:15 Navigating Exponential Advancements27:44 The Need for Packaging Solutions30:19 The Imagination Dilemma33:01 The Impact of Emerging Technologies36:16 Packaging and the Circular Economy40:08 The Imagination Dilemma: Explained52:49 Reimagining Business Focus53:42 Protecting Competitiveness 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/ ===========================================================


