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Darknet Diaries

Jack Rhysider
Cybersecurity
Fake Degrees
Social Engineering
Chris Rock
Fraud
Axact
9/11
Al-Qaeda
Pen Testing
FBI
Online Education
Islamic Extremism
Cyber Terrorism
Black Hat Hacking
Bank Hacking
D3f4ult
Pakistan
Shannen Rossmiller
Music Leaks
Victor Lustig

Explore true stories of the dark side of the Internet with host Jack Rhysider as he takes you on a journey through the chilling world of hacking, data breaches, and cyber crime.

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Latest Episodes

In 2019, Ola Bini, a Swedish programmer and privacy advocate, was arrested in Ecuador for being a Russian hacker.

Find Ola on X: x.com/olabini. Or visit his website olabini.se/blog/. Or check out his non-profit autonomia.digi... more

All Hieu Minh Ngo wanted was to make money online. But when he stumbled into the dark web, he found more than just opportunity, he found a global dark market. What started as a side hustle turned into an international crime spree.

Find Hieu on X: ht... more

In this episode we talk with mg (x.com/MG), the brilliant (and notorious) hacker and hardware engineer behind the OMG Cable. A seemingly ordinary USB cable with extraordinary offensive capabilities.

Learn more about mg at: o.mg.lol

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Greg Linares (AKA Laughing Mantis) joins us to tell us about how he became the youngest hacker to be arrested in Arizona.

Follow Greg on Twitter: x.com/Laughing_Mantis.

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Recent Guests

Ola Bini
Swedish programmer and privacy activist
Centro de Autonomía Digital
Episode: 163: Ola
Greg Linares
Hacker and cybersecurity expert with a background in macro viruses and penetration testing.
Episode: 160: Greg
Marcus Hutchins
Anonymous security researcher and malware analyst, known as MalwareTech.
Episode: 158: MalwareTech
Neil Weiler
Known as Grifter, a hacker and speaker with extensive experience in infosec and hacker culture.
Episode: 157: Grifter
Joe Grand
Hacker and electrical engineer recognized for his work in hardware hacking and contributions to the hacker community.
Episode: 155: Kingpin
Bryan Hance
A cyclist and founder of Bike Index, a platform for reporting stolen bikes.
Bike Index
Episode: 153: Bike Index
Jarett Dunn
Full-time cryptocurrency developer and hacker, known for his controversial heist on the Pump Fun platform
Pump Fun
Episode: 152: Stacc Attack
Chris Rock
Australian security researcher and hacker
Seamonster
Episode: 151: Chris Rock
Ill Will
Cybersecurity researcher and digital investigator
Episode: 150: mobman 2

Host

Jack Rhysider
Host and producer known for engaging storytelling and in-depth interviews with guests from the cybersecurity and hacking communities, often covering the ethical implications surrounding their work.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 42.7k ratings
  • Excellent half technical half story telling podcast about hacking events from the hackers and or victims themselves! Highly recommend

    Podcast Addict
    5
    geekonwheels
    16 days ago
  • ❤️❤️❤️

    I am a 10 year old but I love ❤️ technology and pen testing and all the things that this podcast covers ❤️❤️❤️🐈🐈‍⬛🐈

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I love this podcast ❤️❤️
    United Kingdom24 days ago
  • One problem

    This show is great and I look forward to it every month. There’s only one problem: There aren’t enough episodes. I have to listen to the same episodes over and over. Keep up the good work Jack!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lyons kid
    United Statesa month ago
  • Howdy! I’m in 8th grade and am interested in pen testing. How do i get from a 8th grader to pen test

    Awesome Podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RomoMonkey
    United Statesa month ago
  • Thank you, Jack

    This is by far the most intriguing podcast on the market today. I am not computer savvy, a coder, nor do I even know how to access the dark web. I look forward to your releases every month and hope you’re able to continue to do this for many years to come. Thanks for keeping a small town Kansas man entertained and abreast of the most interesting topics the podcast world has to offer. I que up episodes I’ve listened too several times just to play while I sleep. I appreciate you, sir. Thanks again... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Born-81-Leader
    United Statesa month ago

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Some critics mention a desire for more fact-checking after instances of misinformation reported by listeners.
Many appreciate how the host makes complex technical concepts accessible and engaging for a general audience.
Listeners rave about the compelling stories and in-depth interviews that pull them into the world of hacking and cybercrime.
Overall production quality is praised, including effective storytelling and engaging editing.
The podcast is often described as a must-listen for anyone interested in technology, security, and the ethical dilemmas within the hacking community.

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152: Stacc Attack
Q: Did you know what you were about to do? Like, were you aware of your actions at all?
Yes, I was aware of what I was doing, but I had no idea of the illegality of my actions.
152: Stacc Attack
Q: How did you get started with Pump Fun?
I launched the coin on April Fool's Day as something of a prank, not expecting it to be impactful.
152: Stacc Attack
Q: What do you want to be known as if I call you names?
It's fine. Jarett Dunn works. Most people would know me as the Stacc, I guess, or StaccOverflow.
143: Jim Hates Scams
Q: Is this now your full-time job as a content creator?
Yes, Jim confirms he gave up his IT job to focus full-time on making YouTube videos and combating scammers.
143: Jim Hates Scams
Q: What's your origin story with this whole scam thing?
Jim explains his journey began with receiving frequent scam calls, leading him to engage with scammers out of curiosity, eventually transforming his efforts into scambaiting.

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True stories from the hidden corners of the Internet are explored, focusing on hacking, data breaches, and the complexities of cybercrime. The host interviews various guests, sharing firsthand accounts and unique insights into their experiences within the cyber underworld. Episodes cover a broad spectrum of intriguing themes, from the evolution of hacking techniques to the ethical questions surrounding personal privacy and security in the digital age. This engaging format combines storytelling with technical depth, appealing to both tech enthusiasts and casual listeners alike.

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1. Ola Bini
2. Greg Linares
3. Marcus Hutchins
4. Neil Weiler
5. Joe Grand
6. Bryan Hance
7. Jarett Dunn
8. Chris Rock

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