The Social-Engineer Podcast

Today we are joined by Melanie Avalon. Melanie is an actress, health influencer, author, and host of "The Melanie Avalon Biohacking Podcast," "The Intermittent Fasting Podcast," and "The Mind Blown Podcast." Melanie created the top Apple app “Food Sense Guide,” and founded the supplement line AvalonX. Melanie has appeared on the cover of Biohackers Update Magazine, as a featured speaker in Dave Asprey’s Biohacking Conference, and in numerous publications including USA Today, Forbes, LA Weekly, Entrepreneur, CNBC and Fox.  [Oct 14, 2024]     00:00 - Intro   00:16 - Intro Links  Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/  Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/  Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/  Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/  Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb  CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/  innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/  02:12 - Melanie Avalon Intro  03:35 - Fasting to Podcasting  05:15 - What is Biohacking?  06:30 - A Few Favorite Hacks  10:00 - Drink Responsibly  14:19 - Wine for the Win!  18:27 - Hacking a Hangover  IonLayer: Unlock Your Mitochondrial Health with NAD+ Patches   22:32 - EMF Exposure  29:15 - Supplement Purity  34:52 - Find Melanie Avalon online  Website: MelanieAvalon.com  Instagram: @melanieavalon  Website: AvalonX.us  Coupon Code: HUMAN ELEMENT  37:15 - Mentors  Parents  Robb Wolf  Dave Asprey  39:29 - Book Recommendations  The Paleo Solution - Robb Wolf  Lifespan - David A. Sinclair  Becoming the Iceman - Wim Hof  Where the Sidewalk Ends - Shel Silverstein  41:09 - Guest Wrap Up & Outro  www.social-engineer.com  www.innocentlivesfoundation.org 

Welcome to the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Doctor Is In Series – where we will discuss understandings and developments in the field of psychology. In today’s episode, Chris and Abbie are joined by Judd Shaw. Judd is an adventurer, storyteller, and agent of change, blending his background as a lawyer and President of Judd Shaw Injury Law with a passion for human connection. With over two decades in law, Judd initially chased professional success, only to discover its hollow rewards without genuine human bonds. Through introspection, therapy, and collaboration with professionals, Judd developed the Connection Cure framework—a compass guiding individuals toward authentic connections, essential for deep, meaningful relationships.    As a celebrated keynote speaker on authenticity and vulnerability, Judd shares his transformative journey to inspire others. As a proud father and advocate for personal growth, Judd continues to champion authenticity, urging others to embark on their own path to fulfillment through genuine connection and self-discovery. [Oct 7, 2024]    00:00 - Intro  00:17 - Dr. Abbie Maroño Intro  00:53 - Intro Links  Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/  Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/  Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/  Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/  Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb  CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/  innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/   03:55 - The Topic of the Day: Authenticity  04:04 - Judd Shaw Intro  05:18 - The Path to Being Enough  14:30 – Is Your Success Authentic?  16:01 – What is Authenticity?  18:08 - The Role of Authenticity  21:55 - Finding Your True Self  29:48 - Healing Is Hard!  31:30 - Good From Bad  36:33 - Protecting Yourself  43:33 - Find Judd Shaw Online  Website: www.juddshaw.com  YouTube: @juddshawofficial  44:47 - Wrap Up  45:43 - Next Month: Bullying  45:55 - Outro   www.social-engineer.com  www.innocentlivesfoundation.org    Find us online:  Twitter: @DrAbbieofficial  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dr-abbie-maroño-phd  Instagram: @DoctorAbbieofficial  Twitter: @humanhacker  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christopherhadnagy 

Nick Hutchison, a visionary behind BookThinkers, discusses his journey in bridging authors and readers through his thriving marketing agency. He shares transformative reading habits using the S.M.A.R.T framework for better comprehension. Nick offers insights on selecting impactful books and emphasizes making notes actionable for personal growth. He also touches on embracing lifestyle design for freedom and the vital role of mentorship in success. His book, 'Rise of the Reader,' aims to inspire others to harness their reading potential.

Explore the evolving world of social engineering tactics, blending phishing simulations with innovative techniques. Discover recent cybersecurity breaches, including the alarming exposure of credit card details. Learn how to prioritize security and the vital role of community engagement through shared experiences. Tips on reporting scams and preventative measures highlight the importance of vigilance in the digital age.

Mark Kreitzman, a cybersecurity expert with over 20 years of experience, discusses the rising threat of SIM swapping as he heads Efani, a company dedicated to securing mobile users. He shares his personal journey from mobile carrier to security advocate, detailing his motivation for tackling mobile hacking. The conversation dives into protective measures against identity theft and the importance of multi-layered security strategies. Kreitzman also emphasizes the need for public education on cybersecurity issues, particularly for those lacking resources.

Today we are joined by Rachel Cossar. Rachel is a leader in the field of nonverbal communication and leadership presence facilitation. As a former nationally ranked athlete and professional ballet dancer, Rachel has a knack of translating unique skills into relatable business skills and competencies.   Virtual Sapiens comes as an evolution of Rachel’s combined work as founder of Choreography for Business, a nonverbal communication consulting firm as well as a faculty member with Mobius Executive Leadership and as a leadership presence facilitator with Ariel Group. Rachel has worked with leaders from GE, BCG, Pfizer, Accenture, McKinsey, HBS and more. [Sept 9, 2024]   00:00 - Intro 00:17 - Intro Links -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/ 02:42 - Rachel Cossar Intro 03:28 - From Ballet to AI 05:53 - Getting Camera Ready 08:42 - Getting the Message Across 10:53 - The Hybrid Theory 12:30 - Reflection 16:37 - It Takes Time 18:22 - Coaching in Real Time 20:28 - Whatcha Looking At? 22:29 - Learn The Why! 25:06 - Find Rachel Cossar online -          Website: www.virtualsapiens.co -          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/virtual-sapiens 25:43 - Mentors -          Lori Massad -          Janet Macaluso 27:29 - Book Recommendations -          Snow Crash - Neal Stephenson -          Peoplewatching - Desmond Morris 30:25 - Guest Wrap Up & Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org

In this engaging discussion, Dr. Abbie Maroño, a psychologist specializing in attachment styles, unpacks the intricacies of human relationships. She explains the four attachment styles—secure, anxious preoccupied, dismissive avoidant, and fearful avoidant—and their origins in childhood. Dr. Maroño highlights the role of oxytocin in forming bonds and emphasizes the potential for personal growth through understanding these styles. The conversation also sheds light on the impact of social media on modern relationships, advocating for open communication and self-awareness.

The rise of voice phishing is staggering, with a shocking 500% increase in the past year. Keytronic suffered a massive $17 million loss from ransomware, highlighting the urgency of cybersecurity. Listeners learn critical tips to verify email authenticity and avoid phishing scams. Apple's new AI email filtering faces scrutiny for failing to distinguish between legitimate and fraudulent communications. Community involvement in addressing social engineering challenges is strongly encouraged.

Today on the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Security Awareness Series, Chris is joined by Kimberly Sims. Kimberly is the Deputy CISO, Director of Cyber Operations and Cloud Security for American Century Investments. Kimberly has over 17 years’ experience in the Financial Services sector. Prior to joining American Century, Kimberly ran the Information Security Program for the second-largest capital market’s desk in the world, responsible for securing systems that process a trillion-dollar debt portfolio.   Kimberly is an advisory member, and IT lead for the Charter for Veterans, a non-profit organization assisting recovering combat wounded veterans. She is an advocate for mentorship and coaching across the security industry and participates in several industry groups. [Aug 19, 2024]   00:00 - Intro 00:22 - Intro Links: -          Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ -          Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/vishing-service/ -          Managed Email Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/se-phishing-service/ -          Adversarial Simulations - https://www.social-engineer.com/services/social-engineering-penetration-test/ -          Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb -          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/ -          innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/                                                03:01 - Kimberly Sims Intro 03:49 - Inspired by a Book 05:32 - Making a Giant Leap! 06:59 - Biggest Mistakes 09:14 - Lessons Learned 11:07 - Security Ambassador 13:23 - Overcoming the Fear 15:20 - Executive Order 17:06 - People, Process, Technology 18:38 - Back to Basics 20:11 - Resiliency Programs 23:14 - The Take Home 24:47 - Jump In! 25:46 - Book Recommendations -          Blink - Malcolm Gladwell -          Pitch Perfect - Bill McGowan -          Permission to Screw Up - Kristen Hadeed 27:49 - Mentors 29:12 - Find Kimberly Sims online -          LinkedIn: in/kimberly-sims-733510/ 29:26 - Wrap Up & Outro -          www.social-engineer.com -          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org

Adam De Micco, guitarist for the metal band Lorna Shore, shares his journey from musical obscurity to success. He candidly discusses his battles with depression and the importance of mental health awareness. Adam emphasizes empathy and gratitude as vital tools for emotional well-being, particularly in the wake of the pandemic. The podcast also dives into the creative process behind his music, revealing how personal experiences inform songwriting. Additionally, Adam highlights the transformative power of literature in personal growth and self-discovery.