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What the Hack?

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Identity Theft
Cybersecurity
Cryptocurrency
Cybercrime
Scams
Fraud
Romance Scams
Financial Awareness
Sextortion
Financial Literacy
Family Dynamics
Online Dating
Youth Safety Online
Emotional Trauma
Mental Health
Privacy
Artificial Intelligence
Onboarding Scams
Online Dating Scams
SIM Swapping

"What the Hack?" is the award-winning true cybercrime podcast--the place to hear memorable stories and get good advice.

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Online fraud isn’t just annoying. It’s a national crisis, one that may have drained $158 billion from the U.S. economy last year alone. In this episode, AARP’s Kathy Stokes joins us to explain how fraud has evolved into a sophisticated, global operat... more

MGM lost $100 million in 2023. Then Caesars paid $15 million ransom. A few phone calls shut down Vegas, highlighting the destruction that one fast talker can unleash in a zero trust environment. This week we explore what that means in the here and no... more

This week, we're going to the movies. Virginia Heffernan joins us to talk about Groundhog Day (the movie), surveillance, and why online systems reward repetition over reflection and connection with a special cameo by marketing maestro Seth Godin. 

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After exposing the scam compounds and human trafficking behind today’s fraud economy, we follow the money, the power, and the few pressure points—from crypto seizures to sanctions—that might actually help spell the end of Southeast Asian scam compoun... more

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Charlotte Jump
VP of Customer Success at Outthink, an AI-driven cybersecurity company focusing on human risk management.
Outthink
Episode: Episode 238: The Phone Call that Broke the Bank
Virginia Heffernan
Writer, thinker, and author of the book 'Magic and Loss, The Internet as Art'.
The New Republic
Episode: Episode 237: The Internet is Groundhog Day
Jacob Sims
Expert on transnational crime and human trafficking in Southeast Asia.
Harvard University Asia Center
Episode: Episode 235: The Machine: Part One, Asian Scam Compounds
Api Tiantong
Works with human trafficking in Thailand.
Episode: Episode 235: The Machine: Part One, Asian Scam Compounds
Gary Warner
Studies cybercrime and human trafficking at a global scale.
Episode: Episode 235: The Machine: Part One, Asian Scam Compounds
Bob Lord
CISO and cybersecurity advocate
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)
Episode: Episode 234: The Ralph Naders of Cybercrime?
Lauren Zarik
Former director of Cyber Project at Harvard's Belfer Center
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)
Episode: Episode 234: The Ralph Naders of Cybercrime?
Brett Johnson
Former United States Most Wanted Criminal turned cybersecurity consultant.
Episode: Episode 233: How Brett Johnson Made $160,000 a Week
Marc Raphael
CEO of 911 Cyber.
911 Cyber
Episode: Episode 230: The Cursor Moved at 2 A.M.

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Beau Friedlander
Host of discussions pertaining to technology and cybercrime, providing insight and commentary.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 536 ratings
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    Harris Nguyen284
    United States2 months ago
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    United States2 months ago
  • What the Hack?

    What the Hack is a podcast telling about modern day cybersecurity crimes and scams.

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    United States2 months ago
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The expert guests and relatable personal stories are frequently noted as highlights, enhancing the podcast's credibility and engagement.
Some reviews indicate frustration with perceived political biases in discussions, while others emphasize the importance of raising awareness about cyber threats.
Listeners appreciate the informative nature of the podcast and its ability to make complex topics approachable and relevant to everyday life.

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#235
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#50
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#28
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#100
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Episode 238: The Phone Call that Broke the Bank
Q: What is cyber risk management and human cyber risk management in plain English?
It's about understanding and taking steps to reduce different cyber risks affecting a business, with the aim of preventing breaches.
Episode 239: Is AARP Doing More than the FBI to Stop Scams?
Q: What are some recent successes in legislation that give you hope?
Kathy mentions that there is increasing interest at the federal and state levels to address fraud, with bipartisan support for bills like the Guard Act, which aims to train local law enforcement to tackle scams.
Episode 239: Is AARP Doing More than the FBI to Stop Scams?
Q: How do you go about educating people to protect themselves and their hard-earned money?
Kathy emphasizes that fraud affects everyone and that the focus has traditionally been on older adults due to misconceptions. She states that education is essential, but a broader societal solution is required to tackle the fraud crisis effectively.
Episode 233: How Brett Johnson Made $160,000 a Week
Q: How often were your victims making choices they didn't even realize they were making?
Victims often do not recognize they're being manipulated into decisions influenced by a criminal.
Episode 233: How Brett Johnson Made $160,000 a Week
Q: What was the most money you were making when you were a criminal?
At my prime, I was making $160,000 a week.

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