The Social-Engineer Podcast

*Please note that this episode contains discussions regarding abuse that some may find disturbing.

 

Welcome to the Social-Engineer Podcast: The SE Etc. Series. This series will be hosted by Chris Hadnagy, CEO of Social-Engineer LLC, and The Innocent Lives Foundation, as well as Social-Engineer.Org and The Institute for Social Engineering. Join Chris as he discusses topics and news pertaining to the world of Social Engineering.

 

Today, Chris is joined by Nadja El Fertasi. Nadja is a leading figure in fostering emotional resilience within the digital age. Her comprehensive expertise spans crisis management, strategic stakeholder communication, and emotional intelligence, creating a unified approach to enhance the human side of digital advancements.

 

Having spent nearly two decades at NATO, including a significant role in the NATO Communications and Information Agency focusing on Digital Transformation & Cybersecurity, Nadja has been a pivotal figure in strategic engagement and communications. This role highlighted her commitment to navigating and leading through the complexities of cybersecurity and digital transformation. With over 15 years dedicated to cybersecurity at NATO, Nadja has emerged as a respected expert in her field. Her contribution to the cybersecurity community was acknowledged in "Hacking Gender Barriers: Europe’s Top Cyberwomen," by the Women4Cyber foundation, which recognized her as one of Europe's influential figures in cybersecurity.

 

Today, Nadja is the voice behind the EQ Elevator Podcast, where she assists businesses in cultivating leadership that's resilient and equipped for the digital age's challenges. Her work is dedicated to shaping a safer, more emotionally intelligent digital landscape, where individuals and organizations can thrive amidst technological disruptions. [May 27, 2024]

 

00:00 - Intro

00:19 - 2024 State of Vishing Report

01:01 - 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/                                                

03:11 - Nadja El Fertasi Intro

05:02 - The Importance of Sharing

07:14 - Romance Scam: Nadja's Story

13:51 - The Other Side

15:59 - The Red Flags

19:13 - A Gift and a Curse

23:22 - Taking Responsibility

25:24 - Love, Not Romance

27:05 - Navigating the Apps

32:28 - Reality Check

37:27 - Being Human

39:39 - Learning From "No"

41:28 - Where to Report

42:25 - Wrap Up

43:58 - Find Nadja El Fertasi Online

-          LinkedIn: in/nadja-elfertasi

-          Instagram: @nadjafertasi

45:17 - Outro

-          www.social-engineer.com

-          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org

 

Find us online

-          Chris Hadnagy

-          Twitter: @humanhacker

-          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christopherhadnagy


Today on the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Security Awareness Series, Chris is joined by Aaron Painter. Aaron is the CEO of Nametag Inc., the company who invented "Sign in with ID" as a more secure alternative to passwords.

 

After watching too many friends and family members fall victim to identity theft and online fraud, Aaron assembled a team of security experts to build the next generation of online account protection. Nametag has a mission to bring authenticity to the internet and enable people to build more trusted relationships. They believe security should be centered around you, the user, and that your identity - like your privacy - is a valuable asset worth protecting.

 

Having lived and worked in six countries across four continents, Aaron exemplifies a new generation of global leaders. In his 2017 best-selling book, LOYAL, he describes his key to leadership: fostering a culture of listening. Through codifying and implementing a business framework of listening, Aaron has built success across the world. [May 20, 2024]

 

00:00 - Intro

00:20 - 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/                                               

03:34 - Aaron Painter Intro

04:47 - The Road to Cybersecurity

07:45 - Protecting the Help Desk

10:44 - Fixing the Process

15:17 - The Person Behind the Screen

19:22 - A Matter of Trust

21:55 - Cultural Divide

24:17 - Culture Influencing Security

25:23 - Tips for a New CISO

29:50 - Mentors

32:16 - Book Recommendations

-          Elon Musk - Walter Isaacson

-          The Coming Wave - Mustafa Suleyman

-          Loyal - Aaron Painter

35:02 - Find Aaron Painter online

-          LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/aaronpainter

-          Website: www.getnametag.com

35:45 - Wrap Up & Outro

-          www.social-engineer.com

-          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org


Today we are joined by Dr. Jade Thomas, a Registered Psychologist in London, UK. By the age of 24, Dr. Jade became a university lecturer in Psychology and Mental Health and by the age of 25 she opened her own private psychological therapy practice, becoming the Clinical Director and Founder of Luxe Psychology Practice.

 

Luxe Psychology Practice strives to modernize mental health services by offering every client with high quality, ethical, bespoke mental health care. Putting the client’s experience first, ensuring all clients receive 5-star mental health care and a mental health treatment experience they can be proud of. Dr. Jade has experience working in both the NHS and the private sector in the UK, providing a wide range of client groups with high-quality therapeutic mental health care for a number of mental health issues, including trauma, relationships, depression, anxiety, and borderline personality disorder.

 

Lastly, Dr. Jade is a published researcher in psychology and often provides media expert commentary to national and international press on issues pertaining to mental health, psychology, and celebrity behavior. [May 13, 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/

02:36 - Dr. Jade Thomas Intro

03:55 - Slow Road to Trauma

08:38 - Bespoke Therapy

11:47 - Finding the Right Fit

14:10 - Turning Tides

17:46 - Judgement-Free Zone

23:45 - Meta-communication

25:31 - Valuing Assertiveness

27:50 - The ABC Method

32:37 - Find Dr. Jade Thomas online

-          Website: www.luxepsychologypractice.com

-          Instagram: @luxepsychologypractice

33:03 - Book Recommendations

-          Atomic Habits - James Clear

-          Games People Play - Eric Berne

36:21 - Mentors

-          Parents

37:57 - 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 discussing Overworking. They will talk about the causes, symptoms and what you can do to combat it. [May 6, 2024]

 

00:00 - Intro

00:17 - Dr. Abbie Maroño Intro

00:47 - 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/                                

04:37 - The Topic of the Day: Overworking

05:17 - Working vs Overworking

06:35 - Telltale Signs

08:47 - Keep Balanced

10:35 - Apples and Oranges

15:08 - Time for a Rest

19:52 - Do the Right Thing

21:49 - The Illusion of Control

24:58 - Bury the Bad

27:11 - Accountability of Emotions

28:58 - Lack of Boundaries

30:12 - Communication is Key!

35:58 - Tides are Turning

36:58 - Wrap Up

37:15 - Next Month: Internal Motivation

37:33 - 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

 

 

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