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What the Hack?

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Identity Theft
Cybersecurity
Cryptocurrency
Cybercrime
Scams
Fraud
Romance Scams
Financial Awareness
Sextortion
Family Dynamics
Financial Literacy
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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Forensic expert Heather Barnhart (SANS Institute) decoded Osama Bin Laden's phones and helped convict quadruple murderer Brian Kohberger. Learn how surviving her own harassment fueled her mission, plus the digital "pattern of life" hack and simple st... more

Marketing visionary Seth Godin explains how the Internet got hijacked by an attention-stealing spam economy that keeps us in an endless loop of badly targeted marketing. Godin's anti-spam playbook: demand companies earn your attention with awesomenes... more

A locked account. A call for help. What happened next left Tony questioning everything he thought he knew about the Internet. This week is about trust, technology, and how quickly things can unravel when those we count on aren’t who they seem.

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Former federal prosecutor Tom O’Malley takes us inside the strange, high-stakes world of modern fraud—where victims are presumed guilty, families lose fortunes, and the fight against global crime rings starts at home. Three lessons that could make a ... more

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Recent Guests

Heather Barnhart
Digital Forensics and Incident Response Curriculum Lead at the SANS Institute, recognized for her expertise in smartphone forensics and digital safety.
SANS Institute
Episode: Episode 222: Heather Barnhart Hunts Digital Ghosts
Tony Bongiovanni
A former musician and father of a colleague who shared a troubling experience with Facebook and scammers.
Episode: Episode 220: The $5,000 Mistake: Inside a Facebook Scam
Eva Velazquez
CEO of the Identity Theft Resource Center
Identity Theft Resource Center
Episode: Episode 218: The Data Grift Everyone Missed
Ken Westbrook
CEO and founder of Stop Scams Alliance, focusing on combating scams and fraud in the United States.
Stop Scams Alliance
Episode: Episode 215: They Targeted His Mom, He Went Full CIA
Kurtis Minder
Co-founder and CEO of Group Sense, cybersecurity intelligence expert, author of 'Cyber Recon, My Life in Cyber Espionage and Ransomware Negotiation.'
Group Sense
Episode: Episode 212: How to Talk to a Cybercriminal
Kathy Stokes
Director of Fraud Prevention at AARP
AARP
Episode: Episode 210: Cracking the Code of Fraud with AARP's Kathy Stokes
Ben Winters
Director of AI and Privacy for Consumer Federation of America
Consumer Federation of America
Episode: Episode 208: Will AI Write Its Own Laws?
Chris Hutchins
Life hacker, travel expert, and host of the podcast All the Hacks
All the Hacks
Episode: Episode 206: Chris Hutchins’s Travel Hacking Gets Hacked
Caitlin Sarian
Cybersecurity expert and educator known for her online persona.
Self-employed content creator
Episode: Episode 205: Cybersecurity Girl Caitlin Sarian Tries to Delete Herself Online

Hosts

Beau Friedlander
Host known for discussing various cybercrime topics, bringing the story of individuals affected by it to light and offering practical advice.
Adam Levin
Host and cybersecurity advocate known for sharing insights into protecting personal data and enhancing online safety practices.
Travis Taylor
Co-host who engages listeners with discussions surrounding fraud, scams, and cybersecurity awareness.

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 457 ratings
  • It's amazing to me how people who try to pass themselves off as bastions of integrity don't care a bit about Nancy pelosi and all of her insider trading to the tune of millions upon millions of dollars over the years. Or how they back the Constitution but don't really care about the second amendment which they try to destroy it every turn. I hate when podcasts like this have so biased people on

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    Leithal
    2 months ago
  • Just the facts would be nice

    Some good info but didn’t appreciate the Leftist slant.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    BDK15user1.
    United States2 months ago
  • Episode 203 is a repost of episode 178 from 6 months ago.

    Podcast Addict
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    Peylix
    5 months ago
  • Great show but is just repeating episodes for months now.

    It’s great but they just repost shows now. This has been going on for months and they don’t acknowledge that they are replaying the show like other podcasts do.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Harasmeant
    Australia6 months ago
  • Unbiased and Concise Messaging

    Long time listener, first time rater. What the Hack offers a less is more approach to technological hazards we as a species face in today’s world. The gang cover a vast array of topics that stray far from anecdotal. Meaningful content parents, teenagers, and just about anyone who touches a digital device on a daily basis… That’s the whole for us 1st world citizens.

    Apple Podcasts
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    OZLaroy
    United States7 months ago

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Some listeners express frustration over perceived biases and political undertones in discussions, suggesting a desire for neutral messaging in a tech-focused context.
The podcast is praised for its humor and practical advice, helping individuals navigate the complex world of cybercrime.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and educational nature of the stories shared, finding them both informative and entertaining.

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Episode 222: Heather Barnhart Hunts Digital Ghosts
Q: What are the key challenges investigators face today when trying to acquire and decode data from encrypted apps?
The biggest issue is not getting to the device soon enough, as the device may overwrite data if not accessed in a timely manner.
Episode 222: Heather Barnhart Hunts Digital Ghosts
Q: How did your personal experiences with harassment influence your work?
It absolutely influenced me in switching my messaging a little bit from just what I can recover when I do these cool jobs into how to protect yourself.
Episode 221: Seth Godin's Anti-Spam Playbook: Be Awesome
Q: How do we get out of the current ecosystem of data brokers?
We need community action and for people to come together consistently to address these issues collectively.
Episode 221: Seth Godin's Anti-Spam Playbook: Be Awesome
Q: Can you explain permission marketing?
It's the idea that if attention is valuable, marketers should earn the privilege of delivering messages instead of stealing it.
Episode 218: The Data Grift Everyone Missed
Q: What crimes now are you seeing the most? What's like the big thing these days?
The biggest scams currently involve job scams and misuse related to financial identity theft.

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Focused on the intriguing world of cybercrime, this podcast presents engaging stories that shed light on the danger and complexity of modern digital threats. Each episode features discussions with experts and victims, exploring topics such as identity theft, scams, online safety, and the intricacies of cybercriminal operations. The tone is accessible, combining real-life anecdotes with expert insights, making it not only informative but also entertaining. It's particularly unique for its emphasis on personal narratives that humanize the often impersonal nature of technology-related crimes, offering practical advice alongside eye-opening revelations.

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2. Tony Bongiovanni
3. Eva Velazquez
4. Ken Westbrook
5. Kurtis Minder
6. Kathy Stokes
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