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Mildly Informed

Mildly Informed
London
Jet Ski Rail
Burton Upon Trent
Party Conferences
Christmas
Quality Street
London City Airport
Cycling
Wimbledon
DLR
Threat Hunting
Cybersecurity
Arsenal Football Club
Under Salt Marsh
Cricket
Electric Cars
Tewkesbury
Portuguese Custard Tarts
Incident Response
Malware Analysis

Join Richie Firth and Chris Skinner as they dive headfirst into the art of decision-making—whether it’s rating the latest TV shows, dissecting bizarre life choices, or tackling the dilemmas their listeners throw their way. No topic is too big, too small, or too ridiculous. Armed with personal experiences, the news of the week, and an inbox full of questionable queries, Richie and Chris promise to ... more

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Richie Firth
Host of Mildly Informed with a penchant for travel anecdotes, humor, and bold opinions.
Chris Skinner
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Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 245 ratings
  • So good so so good thank you

    Love this Richie so good .I’m looking forward to listening to much more from both of you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Peterbees
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • My favourite show

    I love these guys, such lovable idiots

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    icki191
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • They are a couple of nutters…

    But in today’s world, I don’t mind the occasional bit of absurdity. 🇨🇦

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Crannogman
    Canada2 years ago
  • Complete waste of time. The episodes flying to Manchester via Southampton were ridiculous: as if cost and environmental factors are not worth considering !

    And even after blaming Chris for the delayed train to Southampton, and patronisingly dismissing the validity of the "control" because she knows someone who lives in Manchester, the protagonist claims a dubious "victory" by a mere 20 minutes or so.

    Arrogant and unlikeable host makes this a no-no. Chris Skinner the only plus. F*ck you!

    Podcast Addict
    2
    Sinfuego
    2 years ago
  • Brilliantly funny pod. Although still waiting for them to do my MK hack :)

    Podchaser
    5
    Zach (Sea of Gold)
    3 years ago

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Q: Which do you prefer?
Richie criticizes Halloween for being less culturally significant than Guy Fawkes Night, while Chris counters with the merits of Halloween's community spirit.
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Q: What qualities and skills do you believe are essential for your job as a threat hunter?
Ryan points out that critical thinking and the ability to relate previous experiences to current incidents are vital skills for a threat hunter.
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Q: How do your teams stay abreast of the latest threat trends, tactics and techniques?
Ryan explains they utilize a combination of Unit 42's resources, social media, OSINT, and closed-source threat intelligence feeds to stay updated.
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Q: Could you tell us a little bit about what drives your passion for this field?
Ryan discusses that his passion is largely driven by engagement in education and community contributions, such as leading conferences and participating in security education.
Jet Skis and a Train Franchise
Q: What is our USP?
This is for Richie and Chris to decide, as they brainstorm unique selling points for their hypothetical train operation.

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What is Mildly Informed about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A humorous, chatty duo shares weekly life updates, pop culture riffs, and light travel anecdotes, mixing personal stories with topical oddities and reader questions. Episodes bounce between everyday annoyances, culture quirks, and curious tech or transport tangents, all delivered with playful banter and a self-aware, affectionate tone. The show often features guests from media circles for cross-promotions and satirical banter, and regularly nudges listeners toward Patreon for extra content. Its charm lies in accessible, relatable storytelling, quick humor, and a penchant for turning mundane moments into entertaining debates and mini-epics.

Notable strengths include the hosts' strong chemistry, fast-paced topic shifting, and a penchant for ... more

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