The Social-Engineer Podcast

Find us online:

- Chris Hadnagy

- Twitter: @humanhacker

Ep. 333 - Security Awareness Series - DISC and Pivoting with Shelby Dacko

Direct download: Ep._334_-_The_4th_Monday_Series_-_Travel_Hacks_and_Tips_with_Christie_Hudson.mp3
Category:The 4th Monday Series -- posted at: 12:00am EST

Mon, 15 December 2025

Today on the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Security Awareness Series, Chris is joined by Shelby Dacko. Chris and Shelby delve into the intricacies of social engineering, focusing on the challenges of pivoting during on-site security assessments. Their discussion highlights the importance of adaptability and teamwork in overcoming unexpected obstacles, emphasizing how diverse communication styles can enhance the effectiveness of security operations. [Dec 15, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:34 - Shelby Dacko Intro

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelbydacko/

01:18 - Intro Links:

- Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/

- Offensive Security Vishing Services - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/vishing/

- Offensive Security SMiShing Services - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/smishing/

- Offensive Security Phishing Services - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/smishing/

- Call Back Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/call-back-phishing/

- Adversarial Simulation Services - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/adversarial-simulation/

- Social Engineering Risk Assessments - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/social-engineering-risk-assessment/

- Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

03:42 - The Importance of Pivoting

05:42 - DISC

06:59 - A Difference in Planning Styles

10:34 - Strength Through Diversity

12:40 - Over the River...

19:29 - And Through the Woods

20:24 - Being Onsite

21:40 - Pivot! Pivot! Pivot!

24:02 - What if?

25:29 - Stray From the Path

28:25 - Strength In Numbers

29:27 - Playing Into Biases

31:43 - Wrap Up & Outro

Ep. 332 - Human Element Series - Health, Fitness and Mindset with Toby Wright

Direct download: Ep._333_-_Security_Awareness_Series_-_DISC_and_Pivoting_with_Shelby_Dacko.mp3
Category:Security Awareness -- posted at: 12:00am EST

Mon, 8 December 2025

Today we are joined by Toby Wright. Toby is an online coach and personal trainer with a passion for mental health. Toby believes true wellness begins from the inside out. Blending evidence-based training with a focus on mental health and mindset. [Dec 8, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:26 – Dr. Abbie Maroño Intro

00:51 - Intro Links

- Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/

- Offensive Security Vishing Services - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/vishing/

- Offensive Security SMiShing Services - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/smishing/

- Offensive Security Phishing Services - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/smishing/

- Call Back Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/call-back-phishing/

- Adversarial Simulation Services - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/adversarial-simulation/

- Social Engineering Risk Assessments - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/social-engineering-risk-assessment/

- Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

02:17 - Toby Wright Intro

03:09 - Having a Purpose

04:02 - The Accountability Factor

05:36 - Mindset

07:02 - Finding What Works For You

08:37 - The Happiness Scale

12:40 - When to Push Through

15:53 - Finding Balance

17:39 - Masterclass Ad

- https://www.masterclass.com/socialengineer

19:12 - Focus on the 95%

21:33 - Know What You're Taking

23:34 - Cover Your Bases First

25:27 - You Just Gotta Go

29:54 - Find Toby Wright Online

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tobyywright/

31:08 - Mentors

32:24 - Book Recommendations

- SAS: Who Dares Wins - Ant Middleton

34:15 - Guest Wrap Up & Outro

Ep. 331 - The Doctor Is In Series - What Is Cognitive Dissonance?

Direct download: Ep._332_-_Human_Element_Series_-_Health_Fitness_and_Mindset_with_Toby_Wright.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 12:00am EST

Mon, 1 December 2025

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 Dr. Abbie explore cognitive dissonance, focusing on its impact on self-concept and emotional regulation. They discuss how dissonance occurs when actions conflict with core beliefs, creating psychological tension. Emphasizing self-awareness and reflection, they warn against rationalizing harmful behaviors and highlight the importance of embracing discomfort for personal growth and identity development. [Dec 1, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:26 - Dr. Abbie Maroño Intro

00:43 - Intro Links

- Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/

- Offensive Security Vishing Services - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/vishing/

- Offensive Security SMiShing Services - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/smishing/

- Offensive Security Phishing Services - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/smishing/

- Call Back Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/call-back-phishing/

- Adversarial Simulation Services - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/adversarial-simulation/

- Social Engineering Risk Assessments - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/social-engineering-risk-assessment/

- Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

02:40 - The Topic of the Day: What is Cognitive Dissonance?

05:53 - A Threat to Self-Concept

07:49 - Commitment to Consistency

09:51 - Freedom to Choose

10:51 - Changing Beliefs

14:19 - Trying to Escape

18:21 - Going From Bad to Worse

21:53 - Self-Awareness is Key!

24:55 - Growth Hurts

28:49 - Everything, Not All At Once

29:43 - It's Not A Flaw

31:11 - Wrap Up

31:36 - Next Month’s Topic: Is Everyone a Psychopath?

31:52 - Outro

Find us online:

- Instagram: @DoctorAbbieofficial

Ep. 330 - The 4th Monday Series - Is Your Pet In Pain? with Dr. Liz Moses

References:

Aronson, E. (1969). The theory of cognitive dissonance: A current perspective. Advances in Experimental Social Psychology, 4, 1–34.

Bandura, A. (1999). Moral disengagement in the perpetration of inhumanities. Personality and Social Psychology Review, 3(3), 193–209.

Brehm, J. W. (1956). Postdecision changes in the desirability of alternatives. Journal of Abnormal and Social Psychology, 52(3), 384–389.

Festinger, L. (1957). A theory of cognitive dissonance. Stanford University Press.

Kunda, Z. (1990). The case for motivated reasoning. Psychological Bulletin, 108(3), 480–498.

Schumann, K., & Dweck, C. S. (2014). Who accepts responsibility for their transgressions? Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, 40(12), 1608–1622.

Sherman, D. K., & Cohen, G. L. (2006). The psychology of self-defense: Self-affirmation theory. Advances in Experimental Social Psychology, 38, 183–242.

Staub, E. (1990). Moral exclusion, personal goal theory, and extreme destructiveness. Journal of Social Issues, 46(1), 47–64.

Steele, C. M. (1988). The psychology of self-affirmation: Sustaining the integrity of the self. Advances in Experimental Social Psychology, 21, 261–302.

van Veen, V., Krug, M. K., Schooler, J. W., & Carter, C. S. (2009). Neural activity predicts attitude change in cognitive dissonance. Nature Neuroscience, 12(11), 1469–1474.

Direct download: Ep._331_-_The_Doctor_Is_In_Series_-_What_Is_Cognitive_Dissonance.mp3
Category:The Doctor Is In Series -- posted at: 12:00am EST

Mon, 24 November 2025

Today Chris and Mike are joined by Dr. Liz Moses. Dr. Moses is an emergency veterinarian at Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) in South Tampa, where she helps pets and their families through some of their most urgent and stressful moments. A graduate of the University of Prince Edward Island’s Atlantic Veterinary College, Dr. Moses has a special passion for client education and loves explaining common pet emergencies in a way that helps owners feel informed and empowered. [Nov 24, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:39 - Mike Holfeld Intro

01:17 - Today's Guest: Dr. Liz Moses

01:47 - Always Call

02:57 - Always Loyal

04:20 - Don't Put it Off!

05:10 - Tough Love

07:19 - Understanding GDV

11:05 - The Causes

11:56 - MasterClass Ad

- https://www.masterclass.com/socialengineer

13:24 - Good Catch

16:11 - Exotics

16:58 - Warning Signs

19:26 - Dealing with Ear Infections

22:27 - Tips for Caregivers

23:04 - Tips for Little Aliens (Cats)

24:22 - Age (Not) Related

25:30 - Animal Pain Awareness Month

26:10 - Find Dr. Liz Moses Online

- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@liizniicole_

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/liizniicole_/

- Website: https://www.veg.com/

26:52 - Next Month: Christie Hudson

27:17 - Wrap Up & Outro

Find us online:

- Chris Hadnagy

- Twitter: @humanhacker

Ep. 329 - Security Awareness Series - Mistakes, AI and Empathy: Being a Powerful Leader with Michelle Li

Direct download: Ep._330_-_The_4th_Monday_Series_-_Is_Your_Pet_In_Pain_with_Dr._Liz_Moses.mp3
Category:The 4th Monday Series -- posted at: 12:00am EST

Mon, 17 November 2025

Today on the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Security Awareness Series, Chris is joined by Michelle Li. Chris and Michelle delve into the transformative role of AI in social engineering, highlighting both its potential and pitfalls. Their conversation emphasizes the critical need for empathy in leadership and the importance of maintaining human-centric processes in an increasingly automated world. [Nov 17, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:27 - Intro Links:

- Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/

- Offensive Security Vishing Services - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/vishing/

- Offensive Security SMiShing Services - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/smishing/

- Offensive Security Phishing Services - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/smishing/

- Call Back Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/call-back-phishing/

- Adversarial Simulation Services - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/adversarial-simulation/

- Social Engineering Risk Assessments - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/social-engineering-risk-assessment/

- Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

02:34 - Michelle Li Intro

03:14 - A Roundabout Journey

05:40 - The Importance of Legacy

07:26 - Using AI Honorably

10:00 - The Effects of AI on Social Engineering

11:52 - AI for Protection

13:47 - Still About the Human Role

14:49 - Masterclass Ad

16:27 - Origins of FASE

20:01 - Reflection of Self

25:52 - The Role of Core Principles

30:15 - New Kid in Town

34:08 - Find Michelle Li Online

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-li-mba-ssbb-0850b975/

- Website: https://www.bisblox.com/

34:47 - Book Recommendations

- Blink - Malcolm Gladwell

- The Book of Forgiving - Desmond Tutu

36:11 - Mentors

38:52 - Wrap Up & Outro

Ep. 328 - Human Element Series - Empathy Communication and Storytelling with Tanya Van Cott

Direct download: Ep._329_-_Security_Awareness_Series_-_Mistakes_AI_and_Empathy-_Being_a_powerful_leader_with_Michelle_Li.mp3
Category:Security Awareness -- posted at: 12:00am EST

Mon, 10 November 2025

Today we’re joined by Tanya Van Cott. Tanya is a New York–based architect, industrial designer, and educator whose work explores how design and storytelling can drive social change. A graduate of Pratt Institute, Tanya has been recognized by the National Endowment for the Arts with a Presidential Design Achievement Award and has been published for her innovative approach to interdisciplinary design. Before launching her own practice and press, WomanBecool PRESS, she honed her skills at world-renowned studios Pentagram and Lippincott.

Through both design and the written word, Tanya examines how disruptive technologies shape our lives — often through the eyes of powerful female protagonists. [Nov 10, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:25 - Intro Links

- Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/

- Offensive Security Vishing Services - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/vishing/

- Offensive Security SMiShing Services - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/smishing/

- Offensive Security Phishing Services - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/smishing/

- Call Back Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/call-back-phishing/

- Adversarial Simulation Services - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/adversarial-simulation/

- Social Engineering Risk Assessments - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/social-engineering-risk-assessment/

- Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

02:12 - Tanya Van Cott Intro

03:04 - The Path to Architecture

03:58 - Primal Screams

06:57 - Bandwidth

- Bandwidth - Tanya Van Cott

08:15 - The Human Element

10:42 - Lack of Empathy

16:51 - The Parent Trap

19:26 - Is Empathy an Action?

24:22 - We're the Problem!

29:14 - Mentors

32:50 - Book Recommendations

- Cat's Cradle - Kurt Vonnegut

35:13 - Find Tanya Van Cott Online

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanyavancott/

- Website: http://www.tanyavancott.com/

36:37 - Valuing Real Connections

39:35 - Guest Wrap Up & Outro

Ep. 327 - The Doctor Is In Series - Healthy vs. Obsessive Ambition

Direct download: Ep._328_-_Human_Element_Series_-_Empathy_Communication_and_Storytelling_with_Tanya_Van_Cott.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 12:00am EST

Mon, 3 November 2025

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 Dr. Abbie discuss the complexities of ambition, emphasizing its connection to identity and intrinsic motivation. They explore how ambition can be healthy or obsessive, influenced by personality traits and life experiences. Their conversation warns against destructive ambition, which can harm relationships and ethical standards, and stresses the importance of regularly redefining success to maintain a healthy balance. [Nov 3, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:45 - Dr. Abbie Maroño Intro

01:01 - Intro Links

- Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/

- Offensive Security Vishing Services - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/vishing/

- Offensive Security SMiShing Services - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/smishing/

- Offensive Security Phishing Services - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/smishing/

- Call Back Phishing - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/call-back-phishing/

- Adversarial Simulation Services - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/adversarial-simulation/

- Social Engineering Risk Assessments - https://www.social-engineer.com/offensive-security/social-engineering-risk-assessment/

- Social-Engineer channel on SLACK - https://social-engineering-hq.slack.com/ssb

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

02:35 - The Topic of the Day: Healthy vs. Obsessive Ambition

05:58 - Narcissism for Good

06:42 - Building Ambition

08:26 - Ambition the Destructor!

10:05 - Take the Long Road Home

15:18 - Development

17:02 - Social Obsession

19:02 - The Gift of Adversity

22:45 - From the Inside

26:35 - Dichotomies

29:02 - Redefining Success

31:27 - Growing Values

33:28 - Healthy or Obsessive???

34:44 - Wrap Up

34:57 - Next Moth: Cognitive Dissonance

35:10 - Outro

Find us online:

- Instagram: @DoctorAbbieofficial

Ep. 326 - The 4th Monday Series - Back From The Dead with Carrie Hatton

References:

Deci, E. L., & Ryan, R. M. (2000). The "what" and "why" of goal pursuits: Human needs and the self-determination of behavior. Psychological Inquiry, 11(4), 227-268.

Duckworth, A. L., Peterson, C., Matthews, M. D., & Kelly, D. R. (2007). Grit: Perseverance and passion for long-term goals. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 92(6), 1087-1101.

Judge, T. A., & Kammeyer-Mueller, J. D. (2012). On the value of aiming high: The causes and consequences of ambition. Journal of Applied Psychology, 97(4), 758-775.

Locke, E. A., & Latham, G. P. (2002). Building a practically useful theory of goal setting and task motivation. American Psychologist, 57(9), 705-717.

McClelland, D. C. (1961). The achieving society. Van Nostrand.

Wrosch, C., Scheier, M. F., Carver, C. S., & Schulz, R. (2003). The importance of goal disengagement in adaptive self- regulation. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 85(3), 503-508.

Direct download: Ep._327_-_The_Doctor_Is_In_Series_-_Healthy_vs._Obsessive_Ambition.mp3
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Mon, 27 October 2025

Today Chris and Mike are joined by Carrie Hatton. Carrie lives in Northeastern PA near Lake Wallenpaupack. A single mother of two boys, Carrie became disabled in 2021 after a severe case of COVID-19. She was hospitalized for three months, during which doctors had declared her clinically dead.

A former private music teacher and vocalist, Carrie can no longer sing but continues to teach private music lessons from her studio. She also collaborates with DNF Brass and Woodwind in Honesdale, Pennsylvania. In addition, she works as a substitute teacher for the local school district and is pursuing her Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction online through Eastern University.

Although her daily activities may seem normal, Carrie still relies on supplemental oxygen for exertion and while sleeping. [Oct 27, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:28 - Mike Holfeld Intro

01:02 - Today's Guest: Carrie Hatton

01:54 - Carrie’s Story

08:02 - Going Public

- Book: Clinically Dead - Carrie Hatton

11:53 - MasterClass Ad

13:39 - Declared Dead

17:42 - Long Covid

21:23 - Being Your Own Advocate

22:55 - Preventive Health

25:41 - The Future

27:36 - Sharing Stories

28:14 - Wrap Up

29:01 - Next Month: Elizabeth Moses

29:25 - Outro

Find us online:

- Chris Hadnagy

- Twitter: @humanhacker

Ep. 325 - Security Awareness Series - A Crystal Ball for Mitigating Threats With Chris and Carter

Direct download: Ep._326_-_The_4th_Monday_Series_-_Back_From_The_Dead_with_Carrie_Hatton.mp3
Category:The 4th Monday Series -- posted at: 11:00am EST

Mon, 20 October 2025

Today on the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Security Awareness Series, Chris is joined by Carter Zupancich. Chris and Carter explore the evolving landscape of social engineering threats, focusing on the rise of vishing attacks and the role of AI in enhancing these tactics. Their discussion underscores the importance of empowering employees as a human firewall and the need for continuous education and testing to strengthen organizational security. [Oct 20, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:31 - Carter Zupancich Intro

- Website: https://carterzupancich.com/

01:30 - 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

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

03:35 - Tools, Tactics and Procedures

05:19 - Tech Advances

08:16 - The Classics

10:01 - The Need for Testing

12:16 - Callback Phishing

17:26 - Setting Expectations

21:56 - Approved Language

23:56 - Verify!

25:16 - Empowerment

26:17 - And Now a Horrible Story

28:47 - Investing In Employees

31:19 - Wrap Up & Outro

Ep. 324 - Human Element Series - It Cant Be About Me with Jay Izso

Direct download: Ep._325_-_Security_Awareness_Series_-_A_Crystal_Ball_for_Mitigating_Threats_With_Chris_and_Carter.mp3
Category:Security Awareness -- posted at: 12:00am EST

Mon, 13 October 2025

Today we are joined by Jay Izso. Jay is a high-energy mindset and resilience coach, keynote speaker, bestselling author, and media personality. Known as “Coach Jay,” he helps people shift their thinking, master their mindset, and unlock their potential in business and life. Drawing on his background in psychology and years of coaching leaders, entrepreneurs, and athletes, Jay blends humor, science, and real-world stories that resonate with audiences everywhere. As the host of A New Direction and Real Estate Right Now, he’s built a reputation for engaging conversations that inspire action, growth, and results. [Oct 13, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:53 - 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

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

01:58 - Jay Izso Intro

02:48 - Lessons From the Farm

- Book: Lessons From the Farm - Jay Izso

09:11 - Kindness as a Core Value

14:37 - MasterClass Ad

16:16 - The Electric Fence

23:24 - I'll Figure It Out

29:16 - Losing Your Ego

34:40 - The Gift of Servitude

37:07 - 100% Rule

38:14 - I Was Wrong

39:17 - Find Jay Izso Online

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coach-jay/

40:14 - Book Recommendations

- Human Hacking - Christopher Hadnagy

- Iron-Sharpened Leadership - John L. Gronski

- Success Mindsets - Ryan Gottfredson

- The Creator Mindset - Nir Bashan

42:11 - Mentors

45:29 - Wrap Up & Outro

Ep. 323 - The Doctor Is In Series - Dreams Placebo and Deja Vu

Direct download: Ep._324_-_Human_Element_Series_-_It_Cant_Be_About_Me_with_Jay_Izso.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 12:00am EST

Mon, 6 October 2025

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 Dr. Abbie explore the intriguing phenomena of dreams, the placebo effect, and déjà vu. They delve into the mysteries of why dreams can feel more emotionally intense than reality, how belief can trigger real physiological changes, and the perplexing sensation of déjà vu that leaves us questioning our memories. Through engaging discussions, they uncover what science knows and the many questions that remain unanswered about these fascinating topics. [Oct 6, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:54 - Dr. Abbie Maroño Intro

01:14 - 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

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

03:17 - The Topic of the Day: Dreams, Placebo and Deja Vu

04:11 - Why Do We Dream?

07:01 - Information Integration

09:36 - Second-Hand Emotion

11:41 - What We Don't Know

14:28 - Uploading Your Dreams

17:26 - The Placebo Effect

22:57 - Context Dependent

26:09 - Non-Responders

28:21 - Deja Vu

30:01 - The Smell Trigger

31:31 - The Emotional Aspect

34:43 - What's Your Sign?

35:44 - Wrap Up

35:59 - Next Month: Ambition

36:34 - Outro

Find us online:

- Instagram: @DoctorAbbieofficial

Ep. 296 - Human Element Series - The Imagination Dilemma with Dr. Lydia Kostopoulos REPLAY

References:

Barrett, D. (2001). The committee of sleep: How artists, scientists, and athletes use dreams for creative problem solving—and how you can too. Oneiroi Press.

de la Fuente-Fernández, R., Ruth, T. J., Sossi, V., Schulzer, M., Calne, D. B., & Stoessl, A. J. (2001). Expectation and dopamine release: Mechanism of the placebo effect in Parkinson's disease. Science, 293(5532), 1164–1166. https://doi.org/10.1126/science.1060937

Hobson, J. A. (2009). REM sleep and dreaming: Towards a theory of protoconsciousness. Nature Reviews Neuroscience, 10(11), 803–813. https://doi.org/10.1038/nrn2716

Hobson, J. A., & McCarley, R. W. (1977). The brain as a dream state generator: An activation-synthesis hypothesis of the dream process. Cognitive Psychology, 5(4), 448–502. https://doi.org/10.1016/0010-0285(77)90005-9

Platek, S. M., Critton, S. R., Myers, T. E., & Gallup, G. G. (2003). Contagious yawning: The role of self-awareness and mental state attribution. Cognitive Brain Research, 17(2), 223–227. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0926-6410(03)00109-5

Revonsuo, A. (2000). The reinterpretation of dreams: An evolutionary hypothesis of the function of dreaming. Consciousness and Cognition, 9(2), 210–218. https://doi.org/10.1006/ccog.2000.0422

Stickgold, R., & Walker, M. P. (2013). Sleep-dependent memory triage: Evolving generalization through selective processing. Trends in Cognitive Sciences, 17(10), 501–507. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tics.2013.06.003

Voss, U., Holzmann, R., Tuin, I., & Hobson, J. A. (2009). Lucid dreaming: A state of consciousness with features of both waking and non-lucid dreaming. Sleep, 32(9), 1191–1200. https://doi.org/10.1093/sleep/32.9.1191

Wager, T. D., Scott, D. J., & Zubieta, J.-K. (2007). Placebo effects on human μ-opioid activity during pain. NeuroImage, 35(1), 253–264. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neuroimage.2006.11.026

Direct download: Ep._323_-_The_Doctor_Is_In_Series_-_Dreams_Placebo_and_Deja_Vu.mp3
Category:The Doctor Is In Series -- posted at: 12:00am EST

Mon, 29 September 2025

REPLAY (Original Air Date March 10, 2025)

Today we are joined by Dr. Lydia Kostopoulos. Dr. Kostopoulos is a globally recognized strategist that brings clarity and context as to what is on the horizon. Her unique expertise at the intersection of emerging technology, security and macro-trends has been sought by the United Nations, U.S. Special Operations, the European Commission, NATO, multi-nationals, tech companies, design agencies, academia, such as MIT and Oxford Saïd Business School, and foreign governments. She helps her clients understand new technologies, emerging value chains, and contextualizes the convergences of our time. She founded the boutique consultancy Abundance Studio and has experience working in the US, Europe, Middle East and East Asia. [March 10, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:19 - 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

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

02:10 - Dr. Lydia Kostopoulos Intro

03:30 - From Counter Terrorism to Conflict Landscapes

05:35 - The Imagination Dilemma

09:13 - Technological Tit for Tat

11:38 - Four Facets of Imagination

12:18 - Facet 1) Identity

13:36 - Facet 2) Convergence

15:38 - Facet 3) Humanity

16:48 - Facet 4) Dreams

18:18 - Turning Crisis Into Strategy

22:39 - Being Human

26:04 - Future-Proofing Organizations

29:51 - Real Value Proposition

31:26 - Webinar Series

- Website: imaginationdilemma.com

- YouTube: @ImaginationDilemma

32:12 - Find Dr. Lydia Kostopoulos online

- Website: abundance.studio

- LinkedIn: in/lydiak

- Instagram: @HiLydiak

32:46 - Book Recommendations

- The 100-Year Life - Andrew Scott & Lynda Gratton

- Imagination Dilemma - Dr. Lydia Kostopoulos

37:02 - Mentors

- Parents

- Women Suffragists

38:15 - Guest Wrap Up & Outro

Ep. 322 - The 4th Monday Series - Is Your Vintage Game Worth 30000? with Ryan Rosenzweig

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Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 12:00am EST

Mon, 22 September 2025

Today Chris and Mike are joined by Ryan Rosenzweig. Ryan is the 26 years old CEO of C10 Toys and Games, which he started when he was just 16 years old. Based out of Orlando FL, he specializes in Video games, Pokemon cards and Funko pops. [Sept 22, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:25 - Mike Holfeld Intro

00:47 - Today's Guest: Ryan Rosenzweig

01:09 - Collecting as a Business

03:25 - Something for Everyone

04:24 - Currently Hot!

04:55 - Going Vintage

06:41 - Arcade Consoles

07:33 - World Championships

08:52 - Following the Trends

10:30 - Who's the Customer?

11:40 - Inadvertent Exercise App

12:42 - Detective Work

15:30 - Road Life

16:18 - Trade-In

16:58 - Full Time Job

19:36 - Multi-Million Dollar Industry

20:28 - E-Sports

21:45 - Find Ryan Rosenzweig Online

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/c10_tng?igsh=N3pkdGl6OWFkODh2

22:15 - Beware of Fakes

23:02 - 10 Years Later

23:47 - Wrap Up

23:58 - Next Month: Carrie Hatton

24:24 - Outro

Find us online:

- Chris Hadnagy

- Twitter: @humanhacker

Ep. 321 - Security Awareness Series - Trust But Verify Even Under Abnormal Circumstances: A Red Team Story with Chris and Faith

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Category:The 4th Monday Series -- posted at: 12:00am EST

Mon, 15 September 2025

Today on the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Security Awareness Series, Chris is joined by Faith Kent. Together, they delve into the critical role of effective communication, the art of role adaptation, and the psychological dynamics in crisis situations. The conversation highlights the importance of proactive preparedness and fostering trust within teams to tackle challenges with confidence. [Sept 15, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:42 - Faith Kent Intro

01:21 - 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

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

03:09 - Breaking & Entering

04:45 - Blending In

07:45 - Frank's Computer

10:13 - Unusual Communications

12:17 - Cochlear Implant

14:19 - Ethical Boundaries

16:11 - Community Pride

18:00 - Leaning Into the Discomfort

21:57 - Not an Afterthought

23:08 - Diversity for Security

27:00 – Trust, But Verify (Always)

28:23 - Wrap Up

- Deaf Gain: Raising the Stakes for Human Diversity

- https://gallaudet.edu/deaf-president-now/

- https://www.lifeprint.com/

29:03 - Outro

Ep. 320 - Human Element Series - Using Gestures To Enhanced Communications with Lauren Gawne

Direct download: Ep._321_-_Security_Awareness_Series_-_Trust_But_Verify__Even_Under_Abnormal_Circumstances_A_Red_Team_Story_with_Chris_and_Faith.mp3
Category:Security Awareness -- posted at: 12:00am EST

Mon, 8 September 2025

Today we are joined by Lauren Gawne. Lauren is a Senior Lecturer in linguistics at La Trobe University. Her work focuses on understanding how people use gestures and grammar, with a particular focus on cross-cultural gesture use. Lauren also does research on emoji, scicomm and the grammar of Tibetan languages in Nepal. [Sept 8, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

01:40 - 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

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

02:40 - Lauren Gawne Intro

03:02 - Foreign Gestures

03:59 - Linguistical Mad Libs

05:37 - Universal Traits

07:47 - This Isn't Taught

10:07 - Head Shaking Confusion

12:41 - The Weirdness of Writing

14:31 - Deception Detection

17:46 - Got The Time?

21:39 - Assigning Space

23:06 - The Cross Culture Conundrum

27:31 - Find Lauren Gawne Online

- Website: https://lingthusiasm.com/

- Blog: https://www.superlinguo.com/

- Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/superlinguo.bsky.social

28:48 - Book Recommendations

- The Murderbot Diaries - Martha Wells

- Gesture - Lauren Gawne

30:39 - Mentors

- Barbara Kelly

31:58 - Guest Wrap Up & Outro

Ep. 319 - The Doctor Is In Series - Can You Trust Your Gut? - All About Intuition

Direct download: Ep._320_-_Human_Element_Series_-_Using_Gestures_To_Enhanced_Communications_with_Lauren_Gawne.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 12:00am EST

Mon, 1 September 2025

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 delve into the fascinating world of intuition and gut feelings. They explore whether these instincts are rooted in biology or shaped by past experiences and discuss the science behind how our brains process environmental cues to make quick decisions. [Sept 1, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:44 - Dr. Abbie Maroño Intro

01:02 - 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

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

02:23 - New Book Announcement

- Lilly the Brave Lion - Dr. Abbie Maroño

03:34 - The Topic of the Day: All About Intuition

06:04 - Is Intuition Always Right?

10:39 - Training Over Instinct

13:56 - Teaching Autonomy

16:39 - Facing Hard Truths

20:19 - Lack of Self Trust

24:06 - Intuition or Trauma Response?

26:16 - Wrap Up & Outro

Find us online:

- Instagram: @DoctorAbbieofficial

Ep. 318 - The 4th Monday Series - Finding Stable Employment in a Crazy Economy with Bobby Knost

References:

American Psychological Association. (n.d.). Intuition. In APA Dictionary of Psychology. Retrieved March 29, 2025, from https://dictionary.apa.org/intuition

Bechara, A., Damasio, H., Tranel, D., & Damasio, A. R. (1997). Deciding advantageously before knowing the advantageous strategy. Science, 275(5304), 1293–1295. https://doi.org/10.1126/science.275.5304.1293

Dane, E., & Pratt, M. G. (2007). Exploring intuition and its role in managerial decision making. Academy of Management Review, 32(1), 33–54. https://doi.org/10.5465/amr.2007.23463682

Gigerenzer, G. (2007). Gut feelings: The intelligence of the unconscious. Viking.

Hodgkinson, G. P., Langan-Fox, J., & Sadler-Smith, E. (2008). Intuition: A fundamental bridging construct in the behavioral sciences. British Journal of Psychology, 99(1), 1–27. https://doi.org/10.1348/000712607X216666

Kahneman, D. (2011). Thinking, fast and slow. Farrar, Straus and Giroux.

Lieberman, M. D. (2000). Intuition: A social cognitive neuroscience approach. Psychological Bulletin, 126(1), 109–137. https://doi.org/10.1037/0033-2909.126.1.109

Sadler-Smith, E., & Shefy, E. (2004). The intuitive executive: Understanding and applying 'gut feel' in decision-making. Academy of Management Executive, 18(4), 76–91. https://doi.org/10.5465/ame.2004.15268692

Direct download: Ep._319_-_The_Doctor_Is_In_Series_-_Can_You_Trust_Your_Gut__All_About_Intuition.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:00am EST

Mon, 25 August 2025

Today Chris and Mike are joined by Bobby Knost. Bobby is a proud member of the Iron Workers Local Union 808, which represents workers across eight counties in Central Florida. He has been a Union Iron Worker since 1985 and currently serves as the Business Manager of Local 808, a position he has held since June of 2018. [Aug 25, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:16 - Mike Holfeld Intro

01:02 - Today's Guest: Bobby Knost

01:28 - Let's Start with "Why?"

02:44 - Just Give Me a Chance

04:19 - The Union Advantage

06:13 - Journey to Journeyman

07:21 - What Do I Do?

- https://www.ironworkers808.com/

08:21 - Building Something

12:01 - An Act of Attrition

15:32 - Paying It Forward

17:39 - You're Gonna Want to Go Up!

19:16 - Google "Union Iron Workers"

20:17 - The Work is There

24:13 - Be A Cadillac

25:58 - Wrap Up

26:53 - Honoring Brother Mike

28:56 - Outro

Find us online:

- Chris Hadnagy

- Twitter: @humanhacker

Ep. 317 - Security Awareness Series - Are You Ready For A Breach? with Jowan and Chris

Direct download: Ep._318_-_The_4th_Monday_Series_-_Finding_Stable_Employment_in_a_Crazy_Economy_with_Bobby_Knost.mp3
Category:The 4th Monday Series -- posted at: 11:00am EST

Mon, 18 August 2025

Today on the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Security Awareness Series, Chris is joined by Jowan Joseph. Chris and Jowan discuss the importance of effective communication, role adaptation, and the psychological aspects of crisis situations. The discussion emphasizes the need for proactive preparedness and building trust within teams to navigate challenges effectively. [Aug 18, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:32 - Jowan Joseph Intro

00:44 - New Format

01:24 - 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

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

03:08 - Tabletop...Child's Play

04:36 - Phase One: Assigning Roles

07:11 - Going Rogue

08:05 - Measuring Tone

09:22 - A Few More Twists

09:57 - Some Heads Are Gonna Roll

10:41 - Communication Breakdown

12:17 - Post Mortem

13:44 - Alignment at Scale

14:57 - Divide and Conquer... Together

17:31 - Proactive Instead of Reactive

20:21 - The Communication Gap

21:22 - Trust Factor

22:15 - Wrap Up & Outro

Ep. 316 - Human Element Series - Do It Scared, But Do It Anyway with Shang Saavedra

Direct download: Ep._317_-_Security_Awareness_Series_-_Are_You_Ready_For_A_Breach_with_Jowan_and_Chris.mp3
Category:Security Awareness -- posted at: 12:00am EST

Mon, 11 August 2025

Today we are joined by Shang Saavedra, the Founder and CEO of Save My Cents, an influential personal-finance website and social-media platform. Saavedra teaches readers the key habits and behaviors needed to become less fearful of money and live life with joy. Saavedra was named one of the "25 Most Influential New Voices of Money" by TIME/NextAdvisor in 2022 and is an Expert Reviewer and Contributor at CNET Money. She received her bachelor's degree in economics from Harvard and her MBA from the University Of Chicago Booth School Of Business. Saavedra and her husband finished saving for their retirement by the age of 31 and now live a work-optional life in Southern California with their two boys and two cats. [Aug 11, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:37 - 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

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

01:27 - Shang Saavedra Intro

02:23 - Motivation for Success

04:03 - Save My Cents

07:29 - The Feelings Mutual

10:07 - It's Emotional

12:01 - Root Causes of Bad Money Habits

13:02 - Feast or Famine

13:45 - Adverse Events

15:26 - Scarce Immigrant

17:08 - Mind Over (Money) Matters

21:05 - Your Worth, More

24:07 - Book Recommendations

- The Power of Habit - Charles Duhigg

25:06 - Mentors

- Therapist

25:59 - Shang Saavedra Online

- Website: https://savemycents.com/

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/savemycents/

- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@savemycents

- Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/216282934-wealth-is-a-mindset

- Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Wealth-Mindset-Change-Your-Money/dp/B0D94QCZL6/

- Bookshop: https://bookshop.org/p/books/wealth-is-a-mindset/21633491

26:42 - Parting Advice

27:04 - Guest Wrap Up & Outro

Ep. 315 - The Doctor Is In Series - Love at First Sight, Is it Possible?

Direct download: Ep._316_-_Human_Element_Series_-_Do_It_Scared_But_Do_It_Anyway_with_Shang_Saavedra.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 12:00am EST

Mon, 4 August 2025

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 explore the complexities of attraction and the concept of love at first sight. They discuss the biochemical responses associated with attraction, the importance of understanding cognitive biases, and the role of familiarity in relationships. [Aug 4, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:35 - Dr. Abbie Maroño Intro

01:15 - 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

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

03:14 - The Topic of the Day: Love at First Sight

03:22 - Pulling Apart the Fairy Tale

04:26 - Knowledge is Power

05:49 - Why Can't This Be Love?

07:12 - More Than a Feeling

09:28 - May Impair Your Ability

10:59 - The Rickety Bridge Study

13:20 - Head or Heart?

15:04 - Cognitive Biases

16:16 - The Halo Effect

17:19 - Prototypical Matching

18:51 - I Want You to Want Me

21:54 - Retrospective Bias

23:34 - Feels Like Home

28:44 - Keep One Eye Open

30:32 - A Responsibility to Self-Awareness

32:53 - Wrap Up

33:11 - Next Month: Intuition

33:31 - Outro

Find us online:

- Instagram: @DoctorAbbieofficial

Ep. 314 - The 4th Monday Series - What Can You Do If Your Accounts Are Hacked? with Congressman Darren Soto

References:

Dutton, D. G., & Aron, A. P. (1974). Some evidence for heightened sexual attraction under conditions of high anxiety. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 30(4), 510–517.

Fisher, H. E., Aron, A., & Brown, L. L. (2006). Romantic love: A mammalian brain system for mate choice. Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B: Biological Sciences, 361(1476), 2173–2186.

Fletcher, G. J. O., Simpson, J. A., & Thomas, G. (2000). The measurement of perceived relationship quality components: A confirmatory factor analytic approach. Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, 26(3), 340–354.

Hazan, C., & Shaver, P. (1987). Romantic love conceptualized as an attachment process. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 52(3), 511–524.

Marazziti, D., & Canale, D. (2004). Hormonal changes when falling in love. Psychoneuroendocrinology, 29(7), 931–936.

Nisbett, R. E., & Wilson, T. D. (1977). The halo effect: Evidence for unconscious alteration of judgments. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 35(4), 250–256.

Sprecher, S., & Metts, S. (1989). Development of the "Romantic Beliefs Scale" and examination of the effects of gender and gender-role orientation. Journal of Social and Personal Relationships, 6(4), 387–411.

Sternberg, R. J. (1986). A triangular theory of love. Psychological Review, 93(2), 119–135.

Zeki, S. (2007). The neurobiology of love. FEBS Letters, 581(14), 2575–2579.

Zsok, F., Haucke, M., De Wit, C., & Barelds, D. P. (2017). What kind of love is love at first sight? An empirical investigation. Personal Relationships, 24(4), 869–885.

Direct download: Ep._315_-_The_Doctor_Is_In_Series_-_Love_at_First_Sight_-_Is_it_Possible.mp3
Category:The Doctor Is In Series -- posted at: 12:00am EST

Mon, 28 July 2025

Today Chris and Mike are joined by Congressman Darren Soto. Darren Soto is the representative for Florida’s Ninth Congressional District, covering Osceola and parts of Orange and Polk Counties. He currently serves on the House Committee on Energy and Commerce and the House Committee on Natural Resources. Additionally, Darren is the Deputy Chair of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus and a proud member of the New Democrat Coalition, Future Forum Caucus, Problem Solvers Caucus, Congressional Progressive Caucus, LGBTQ Equality Caucus, and others. [July 28, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:34 - Mike Holfeld Intro

01:32 - Today's Guest: Rep. Darren Soto

02:55 - The Shield Act

06:24 - The Take It Down Act

08:34 - A Duty of Care

12:03 - A Cat and Mouse Chase

13:12 - Violating Terms of Service

14:55 - Bad Nation States

16:02 - The Pendulum Swings

17:34 - Adjusting to the Evolution

19:08 - The SunPass Scam

20:07 - Protecting Our Seniors

22:53 - Millions a Second

24:41 - It's About Disclosure

26:40 - A Vulnerable Future

28:15 - Find Rep. Darren Soto Online

- https://soto.house.gov/

29:53 - Wrap Up

30:27 - Next Month: Bobby Knost

31:08 - Outro

Find us online:

- Chris Hadnagy

- Twitter: @humanhacker

Ep. 313 - Security Awareness Series - The Importance of Securing Virtual Events With Trent Waterhouse

Direct download: Ep._314_-_The_4th_Monday_Series_-_What_Can_You_Do_If_Your_Accounts_Are_Hacked_-_With_Congressman_Darren_Soto.mp3
Category:The 4th Monday Series -- posted at: 12:00am EST

Mon, 21 July 2025

Today on the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Security Awareness Series, Chris is joined by Trent Waterhouse. Trent is the CMO of GlobalMeet, a leading virtual event technology company with a scalable, flexible, and secure hybrid event streaming platform built and supported by experienced event experts. Trent has a proven track record of driving growth and innovation with 35 years of expertise leveraging a field sales marketing model that aligns sales, marketing, and R&D to think like a customer, act like a partner, and measure success through customer satisfaction and net promoters. Built for growth, Trent’s unique blend of technology understanding and B2B marketing skills have been proven to help companies grow revenue profitably, improve customer experiences, build new partnerships, and expand opportunity pipelines. [July 21, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:50 - 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

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

02:30 - Trent Waterhouse Intro

03:11 - Starting Out Pre-Video

04:53 - A Brave New World

08:07 - Going Public

10:21 - Rise of the DeepFakes

13:03 - Video Watermarking

15:23 - A Simple Warning Will Do

19:11 - Staying Up to Date

21:22 - Insider Threat

23:42 - Find Trent Waterhouse Online

- Website: https://www.globalmeet.com/

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/globalmeet/

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trentonwaterhouse/

24:44 - Book Recommendations

- Pattern Breakers - Mike Maples, Jr, Peter Ziebelman

27:16 - Wrap Up & Outro

Ep. 312 - Human Element Series - Having a Hunger to Serve with Doug Thorpe

Direct download: Ep._313_-_Security_Awareness_Series_-_The_Importance_of_Securing_Virtual_Events_With_Trent_Waterhouse.mp3
Category:Security Awareness -- posted at: 12:00am EST

Mon, 14 July 2025

Today we are joined by Doug Thorpe. Doug is an experienced leadership coach, business advisor, and speaker who focuses on helping small to mid-size business owners and executives develop their leadership capabilities. With decades of experience in banking, finance, and business management, Thorpe transitioned to coaching and advisory services to help others navigate their professional growth journeys. [July 14, 2025]

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

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

01:35 - Doug Thorpe Intro

02:20 - Consulting to Coaching

04:18 - Student of Leadership

07:40 - A Hunger to Serve

09:12 - Respond Rather Than React

12:11 - Controlling an Emotional Response

17:06 - Choosing the Right Club

22:43 - Thinking About Legacy

25:57 - Find Doug Thorpe Online

- Website: https://dougthorpe.com/

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dougthorpe/

- Instagram: https://instagram.com/dougthorpe_com

- Business Website: https://headwayexec.com

- YouTube: https://youtube.com/@dougthorpe

26:54 - Mentors

30:17 - Book Recommendations

- Lincoln on Leadership - Donald T. Phillips

32:06 - Guest Wrap Up & Outro

Ep. 311 - The Doctor Is In Series - The Scientific Keys To Happiness with Dr. Paul Zak

Direct download: Ep._312_-_Human_Element_Series_-_Having_a_Hunger_to_Serve_with_Doug_Thorpe.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 12:00am EST

Mon, 7 July 2025

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 joined by Dr. Paul J Zak. Dr. Zak is in the top 0.3% of most cited scientists. For over two decades Paul’s research has extended the boundaries of behavioral neuroscience and that has taken him from the Pentagon to Fortune 500 boardrooms to the rainforests of Papua New Guinea. Besides his academic appointment, he is a 4-time tech entrepreneur.

In 2017 he founded Immersion Neuroscience, a software platform that allows anyone to measure what the brain loves in real-time, that is used to improve outcomes in entertainment, education, advertising, and emotional health. He is a regular TED speaker and has appeared on many news programs and TV Shows. His newest book is The Little Book of Happiness and he’s here today to discuss more about that. [July 7, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:23 - Dr. Abbie Maroño Intro

01:11 - Dr. Paul Zak Intro

02:06 - The Little Book of Happiness

- pauljzak.com/books

04:52 - High-Value Experience

06:35 - Neuroscience x Stoicism

08:50 - We Are Interdependent

14:10 - We Can Adapt

16:41 - Single Rider Experience

21:29 - Out of the Comfort Zone

23:30 - It's the People

26:46 - The Hotel Hack

32:00 - Bring the Fun!

34:11 - Absorbing the Vibe

35:18 - We Don't Have to Suffer Alone

37:22 - Find Dr. Zak Online

- Website: getimmersion.com

- App: your6.com

- Email: paul@pauljzak.com

37:47 - Wrap Up

38:35 - Next Month: Love at First Sight

39:10 - Outro

Find us online:

- Instagram: @DoctorAbbieofficial

Ep. 250 - Human Element Series - Rationalize Minimalize and Project with Agent Brad Beeler REPLAY

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Category:The Doctor Is In Series -- posted at: 12:00am EST

Mon, 30 June 2025

REPLAY (Original Air Date March 11, 2024)

Today we are joined by Agent Brad Beeler. Assistant to the Special Agent in Charge Brad Beeler has been with the United States Secret Service for the past 25 years. He currently serves as instructor and Secret Service liaison at the National Center for Credibility Assessment (NCCA) at Fort Jackson, South Carolina. Over the past 8 years in this role, he has trained agents throughout the federal law enforcement and intelligence community in credibility assessment and elicitation techniques.

Prior to arriving at NCCA, he was a polygraph examiner in the Chicago and St. Louis Field Offices and served on the permanent protection detail of former President George HW Bush and numerous foreign heads of state. Over the past 17 years as a federal polygraph examiner Special Agent Beeler has secured hundreds of confessions on high-profile investigations, often leading to the identification of previously unknown victims of serial offenders of both child exploitation and homicide investigations. Agent Beeler holds a master’s degree in criminology and was previously selected as the U.S. Secret Service - Special Agent of the Year for his involvement in combating crimes against children.

Widely considered a communications expert in the U.S. federal law enforcement community, Agent Beeler has provided countless domestic and international presentations to law enforcement and intelligence agencies seeking to enhance their interviewing programs. [March 11, 2024]

00:00 - Intro

00:21 - 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

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

03:05 - Agent Brad Beeler Intro

05:05 - Part of a Team

07:58 - One of Lincoln's Final Acts

08:52 - Dual Mission

11:45 - The Broadband Effect

14:38 - Team Effort

17:35 - Worst of the Worst

21:13 - Common Ground

23:36 - Letting Them Be Heard

25:51 - Lyrics, Songs and Dance

28:49 - Mental Health Mandates

35:11 - Mentors

- Mrs. Bertran - Teacher

- Brian Leary - DHS Program Manager

37:21 - Book Recommendations

- The Interrogator - Hanns Scharff

- Spy the Lie - Philip Houston

- Captivate & Cues - Vanessa Van Edwards

39:24 - Find Agent Brad Beeler online

- Website: www.usajobs.gov

- Website: www.secretservice.gov

- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/bradbeeler1865/

40:47 - Guest Wrap Up & Outro

Ep. 310 - The 4th Monday Series - Are You Ready for the Storm? with Lisa Miller

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Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 12:00am EST

Mon, 23 June 2025

Today Chris and Mike are joined by Lisa Miller, a former Deputy Insurance Commissioner for Florida who is a disaster insurance and recovery expert. She consults with insurance companies that represent about a quarter of Florida’s six million personal and commercial residential policies.

Her Tallahassee, Florida-based firm, Lisa Miller & Associates, produces a twice-monthly newsletter on all these subjects. Lisa also hosts the Florida Insurance Roundup podcast. She also helped launch the Hurricane Claims Mediation Program, an initiative that has helped consumers expedite the settlement of residential and commercial insurance claims [June 23, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:43 - Mike Holfeld Intro

01:07 - Today's Guest: Lisa Miller

01:57 - It's Hurricane Season!

04:32 - Assurance of Insurance

07:23 - The Reasons for Rising Rates

10:52 - Know Your Agent

12:30 - In Come the Floods

14:45 - Openings & Roofs

18:24 - Hurricane Supply Tax Break

18:49 - Know Your Home

21:59 - Hanging Your Shingle

25:13 - Strapping the Roof

26:56 - Florida Office of Insurance Regulation

- www.floir.com

28:04 - Don't Answer the Door

29:18 - Find Lisa Miller Online

- lisamillerassociates.com

30:12 - Next Month: Congressman Darron Soto

30:28 - Outro

Find us online:

- Chris Hadnagy

- Twitter: @humanhacker

Ep. 279 - Security Awareness Series - Dodging Turkeys and Security Awareness with Stacey Edmonds REPLAY

Direct download: Ep._310_-_The_4th_Monday_Series_-_Are_You_Ready_for_the_Storm_with_Lisa_Miller.mp3
Category:The 4th Monday Series -- posted at: 12:00am EST

Mon, 16 June 2025

REPLAY (Original Air Date Oct 21, 2024)

Today on the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Security Awareness Series, Chris is joined by Stacey Edmonds. Stacey is a multi-disciplinary EdTech innovator and Digital Safety Pioneer, driven by a commitment to democratizing knowledge.

Stacey's expertise, encompassing social science, education, EdTech, and multi-platform screen production, culminated in the founding of Lively, which we will hear all about on this podcast.

Since 2002, Stacey has been designing and delivering enterprise-wide cyber safety upskilling programs.

In 2023, embodying her mission to make knowledge accessible, Stacey launched 'Dodgy or Not?' – a social enterprise offering an engaging approach to digital safety education.

She continues to bridge the gap between emerging technologies and practical education, driving innovation in AI ethics and digital literacy - she is also known for deepfaking herself.

[Oct 21, 2024]

00:00 - Intro

00:19 - 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

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

03:00 - Stacey Edmonds Intro

04:18 - Teaching, Trains & Turkeys

08:43 - Toilets vs Videos

11:16 - Dodgy or Not?

15:15 - Social Engineering for Good!

17:46 - Pause for the Cause

20:17 - Training in Real Time

24:11 - Real Time Threat Detection

27:49 - Culture is Everything

30:33 - Find Stacey Edmonds online

- LinkedIn: in/staceyedmonds/

31:28 – Mentors

33:58 - Book Recommendations

- Feel The Fear and Do It Anyway - Susan Jeffers

- The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy - Douglas Adams

- 1984 - George Orwell

- Man-Made – Tracey Spicer

35:51 - Wrap Up & Outro

Ep. 308 - Human Element Series - Finding Common Ground With Lonnie Marts

Direct download: 1748714620816_Ep._279_-_Security_Awareness_Series_-_Dodging_Turkeys_and_Security_Awareness_with_Stacey_Edmonds.mp3
Category:Security Awareness -- posted at: 11:00am EST

Mon, 9 June 2025

Today we are joined by Lonnie Marts. Lonnie is an American creator, entertainer, and host known for his magnetic charm and comedic storytelling. His unique ability to engage audiences has catapulted him to digital stardom, with nearly 3 million highly engaged fans tuning in daily for his comedic skits and feel-good content on social media.

A graduate of Embry-Riddle with an MBA, Lonnie’s impact goes beyond content creation. He’s been featured in “Forbes” and “Rolling Stone” and recently earned recognition for his work in DoorDash’s Cannes Award-winning Super Bowl campaign.

Lonnie continues to expand his reach and has received recognition for his work as a speaker and thought leader, representing major social platforms like TikTok, and Meta on stages like VidCon, and AdWeek. [June 9, 2025]

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

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

01:36 - Lonnie Marts Intro

03:21 - Attention-Seeking Behavior

05:17 - Don't Tell Mom!

07:47 - From the Super Bowl to Waffle House

11:07 - Building a Community

16:00 - Finding Common Ground

17:59 - Making it Count!

21:31 - People Need People

24:56 - A Tool to Use

27:22 - Mentors

- Parents

- Richard Thorpe Jr

- Gary Vaynerchuk

- Mitzi Gaitan

29:26 - Book Recommendations

- Why Nations Fail - Daron Acemoglu, James A. Robinson

- The Inheritance Cycle - Christopher Paolini

- A Promised Land - Barack Obama

- Rich Dad Poor Dad - Robert Kiyosaki

32:16 - Find Lonnie Marts Online

- Website: https://lonnieiiv.com/

- TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@lonnieiiv

- Facebook: https://facebook.com/Lonnieiiv

- Snapchat: https://snapchat.com/add/Lonnieiiv

- YouTube: https://snapchat.com/add/Lonnieiiv

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lonniemarts3/

- Instagram: https://instagram.com/lonnieiiv

33:00 - Guest Wrap Up & Outro

Ep. 307 - The Doctor Is In Series - Why is the Road to Self-Betterment So Lonely

Direct download: Ep._308_-_Human_Element_Series_-_Finding_Common_Ground_With_Lonnie_Marts.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 12:46pm EST

Mon, 2 June 2025

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 why change can feel so lonely? They will talk about what triggers growth in people, the amount a person can actually change and how loneliness plays a role in this growth. [June 2, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:47 - Dr. Abbie Maroño Intro

01:06 - 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

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

02:23 - Dr. Abbie Announcement

03:30 - The Topic of the Day: The Lonely Chapter

04:38 - Triggering Change

06:00 - People Don't Change?

11:30 - All Change Isn't Growth

13:15 - Why Growth Can Be Lonely

15:56 - What About Love?

17:16 - New You, Who Dis?

21:19 - Feelings Can REALLY Hurt!

22:15 - Choosing Who You Are

24:36 - Syncing Up

27:43 - A Constant Evolution

30:17 - Search For Meaning

32:31 - Making Connections

33:12 - Wrap Up

33:56 - Next Month: Love At First Sight

34:42 - Outro

Find us online:

- Instagram: @DoctorAbbieofficial

Ep. 306 - The 4th Monday Series - Changing The Game - New Sport Tech with Seth Daniels

References:

Eisenberger, N. I., Lieberman, M. D., & Williams, K. D. (2003). Does rejection hurt? An fMRI study of social exclusion. Science, 302(5643), 290–292. https://doi.org/10.1126/science.1089134

Ebaugh, H. R. F. (1988). Becoming an ex: The process of role exit. University of Chicago Press.

Festinger, L. (1957). A theory of cognitive dissonance. Stanford University Press.

Frankl, V. E. (1963). Man’s search for meaning: An introduction to logotherapy. Beacon Press.

Higgins, E. T. (1987). Self-discrepancy: A theory relating self and affect. Psychological Review, 94(3), 319–340. https://doi.org/10.1037/0033-295X.94.3.319

Mass, M. (1991). The theory of "identity dissonance": Mass. Dissertation Abstracts International, 52(1), 577B.

Sandstrom, G. M., & Dunn, E. W. (2014). Social interactions and well-being: The surprising power of weak ties. Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, 40(7), 910–922. https://doi.org/10.1177/0146167214529799

Uvnäs-Moberg, K., Arn, I., & Magnusson, D. (2005). The psychobiology of oxytocin: An integrative review. Psychoneuroendocrinology, 30(7), 610–626. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psyneuen.2005.02.008

Direct download: Ep._307_-_The_Doctor_Is_In_Series_-_Why_is_the_Road_to_Self-Betterment_So_Lonely.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 12:00am EST

Mon, 26 May 2025

Today Chris and Mike are joined by Seth Daniels. Seth is the Director of Customer Experience and a founding employee of Rapsodo Inc., an industry leader in sports technology. Seth helped launch Rapsodo in the United States in 2015, particularly on the Diamond Sports side focusing on baseball and softball. He’s worked with all 30 MLB clubs, more than 90% of all D1 college programs and thousands of other amateur teams and organizations. [May 26, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:49 - Mike Holfeld Intro

01:03 - Today's Guest: Seth Daniels

02:01 - 24 Hours to Singapore

05:33 - Immediate Instant Reactions!

07:23 - Setting a Baseline

08:43 - Data: A Piece of the Puzzle

11:21 - Ohtani

13:06 - Age Appropriate

15:22 - Women's Sports

17:16 - Spin Doctors

19:56 - For the Hitters

22:29 - Finding the Sweet Spot

24:31 - Future Evolution

25:50 - Find Seth Daniels Online

- rapsodo.com

26:14 - Don't Forget Golf

27:13 - Wrap Up

27:31 - Next Month: Congressman Darron Soto

27:58 - Outro

Find us online:

- Chris Hadnagy

Ep. 305 - Security Awareness Series - Using Empathy to Not Become a Mushroom with Julie Chatman

Direct download: Ep._306_-_The_4th_Monday_Series_-_Changing_The_Game_-_New_Sport_Tech_with_Seth_Daniels.mp3
Category:The 4th Monday Series -- posted at: 12:00am EST

Mon, 19 May 2025

Today on the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Security Awareness Series, Chris is joined by Julie Chatman. Julie is a distinguished cybersecurity executive with nearly two decades of experience in cybersecurity strategy, risk management, and AI governance.

She began her career in the U.S. Navy, serving on active duty as a Hospital Corpsman specializing in Medical Laboratory Science & Technology. Her transition into cybersecurity began at the FBI, where strong mentorship shaped her approach to leadership, problem solving, and talent development.

She currently serves as the Deputy Chief Information Security Officer for Finance at the Virginia Information Technologies Agency (VITA), where she is focused on driving risk reduction across state agencies. The role is part of a strategic engagement through her company, ResilientTech Advisors.

Julie leads CyberPath Coaching, where she draws on her experience as an active CISO to mentor cybersecurity professionals, accelerate their growth, and prepare them for executive roles. She works with individuals breaking into the field, mid-career professionals, aspiring CISOs, and cybersecurity entrepreneurs. [May 19, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:53 - 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

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

02:03 - Julie Chatman Intro

03:14 - A Hungry Brain

04:25 - We Are Mushroomed

05:54 - Being an Enabler

10:13 - Speak Their Language

13:33 - Assigning Responsibility

16:05 - A Tool, Not a Replacement

20:35 - Career Challenges

22:40 - Strategic Empathy

23:46 - Setting Boundaries

24:15 - Narrative Control

25:38 - Staying Positive

29:39 - The Target is the Same

32:09 - Book Recommendations

- World War Z - Max Brooks

33:20 - Mentors

- MB Kinder

- Martha Williams

35:14 - Find Julie Chatman Online

- Website: cyberpathcoaching.net

- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/julie-chatman-mba-infosec

35:54 Wrap Up & Outro

Ep. 304 - Human Element Series - Dr. Intergalactic and Using AI to Save The World with Dr. Jose Morey

Direct download: Ep._305_-_Security_Awareness_Series_-_Using_Empathy_to_Not_Become_a_Mushroom_with_Julie_Chatman.mp3
Category:Security Awareness -- posted at: 12:00am EST

Mon, 12 May 2025

Today we are joined by José Morey, M.D. Dr. Morey is Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Ad Astra Media LLC, an Eisenhower Fellow, and Co-Founder of Ever Medical Technologies. He is a health and technology keynote speaker, author, and consultant for NASA, Forbes, MIT, the United Nations World Food Program and the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. He is considered the world's first Intergalactic Doctor and is often featured on Forbes, Univision, CNBC, and NASA360. He coined Puerto Rico as the future "Silicon Island” as appeared in Forbes, The Weekly Journal, Reddit and Hispanic Executive. Additionally, he is co-author of "LatinX Business Success". [May 12, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:19 - 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

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

01:37 - Dr. Jose Morey Intro

02:30 - A Marriage of Pursuits

09:48 - What is an Intergalactic Doctor?

12:21 - S.T.E.A.M.

16:51 - Limited Trust of AI

23:49 - A Tool is Amoral

27:03 - Ad Astra

31:05 - The Power of Representation

33:13 - Find Dr. Jose Morey Online

- Website: adastrasteammedia.org

- LinkedIn: in/drjosemorey

- Instagram: @adastramedia_org

33:55 - Book Recommendations

- Leonardo da Vinci Books

- I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings - Maya Angelou

- Quantum Mechanics Books

35:14 - Mentors

- Family

- Grandmother

37:36 - Helping in a Healthy Way

39:09 - Guest Wrap Up & Outro

Ep. 303 - The Doctor Is In Series - Emotional Regulation in the Workplace

Direct download: Ep._304_-_Human_Element_Series_-_Dr._Intergalactic_and_Using_AI_to_Save_The_World_with_Dr._Jose_Morey.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 12:00am EST

Mon, 5 May 2025

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 Emotional Regulation in the Workplace. They will talk about the different strategies that can be used to help, not just at work, but in most areas of our lives. [May 5, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:38 - Dr. Abbie Maroño Intro

00:57 - 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

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

02:30 - The Topic of the Day: Emotional Regulation in the Workplace

04:14 - Strategy 1: Deep Acting

14:10 - Strategy 2: Mindfulness & Acceptance

19:24 - Strategy 3: Social Sharing

26:40 - Strategy 4: Humor & Distraction

31:21 - Wrap Up

33:07 - Next Month: The Lonely Chapter

33:41 - Outro

Find us online:

- Instagram: @DoctorAbbieofficial

Ep. 302 - The 4th Monday Series - From Scam Victim to Investment Guru with Kayla Lussier

References:

Kalokerinos, E. K., Résibois, M., Verduyn, P., & Kuppens, P. (2017). The temporal deployment of emotion regulation strategies during negative emotional episodes. Emotion, 17(3), 450–458. https://doi.org/10.1037/emo0000248

Côté, S., & Hideg, I. (2011). The consequences of faking emotions: Emotional dissonance, relationship quality, and employee well-being. Emotion, 11(4), 803–815. https://doi.org/10.1037/a0023868

Lomas, T., Medina, J. C., Ivtzan, I., Rupprecht, S., & Eiroa-Orosa, F. J. (2019). The impact of mindfulness on well-being and performance in the workplace: An inclusive systematic review of the empirical literature. European Journal of Work and Organizational Psychology, 28(6), 782–804. https://doi.org/10.1080/1359432X.2019.1659420

Bono, J. E., Foldes, H. J., Vinson, G., & Muros, J. P. (2007). Workplace emotions: The role of supervision and leadership. Journal of Applied Psychology, 92(5), 1357–1367. https://doi.org/10.1037/0021-9010.92.5.1357

Clayton, S. (2024). Working well: The simple act of taking deep breaths can reduce stress and anxiety. Associated Press.

Ordali, E., et al. (2024). Exhaustion at work can lead to difficulty controlling emotions, scientists say. The Guardian.

Mesmer-Magnus, J., Glew, D. J., & Viswesvaran, C. (2012). A meta-analysis of positive humor in the workplace. Journal of Managerial Psychology, 27(2), 155–190. https://doi.org/10.1108/02683941211199554

Scheibe, S., & Zacher, H. (2013). A lifespan perspective on emotion regulation, stress, and well-being in the workplace. In The Oxford Handbook of Stress, Health, and Coping (pp. 291–306). Oxford University Press. https://doi.org/10.1093/oxfordhb/9780195375343.013.0017

Direct download: Ep._303_-_The_Doctor_Is_In_Series_-_Emotional_Regulation_in_the_Workplace.mp3
Category:The Doctor Is In Series -- posted at: 12:00am EST

Mon, 28 April 2025

Today Chris and Mike are joined by Kayla Lussier. Kayla is the co-founder of Money Match, a platform championing financial wellness by connecting real estate investors and small businesses with the capital they need to thrive. Her 15 years in healthcare as a nurse practitioner have instilled in her a deep understanding of holistic well-being – mind, body, and wallet. [April 28, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:16 - Mike Holfeld Intro

00:47 - Today's Guest: Kayla Lussier

01:53 - Jumping In Too Quickly

03:22 - Getting Burned

07:35 - Don't Mess with Kayla!

09:07 - Making a Match

13:21 - Play is the Way

15:17 - Mitigating the Risks

18:26 - Digital Nomads Welcome

21:25 - Find Kayla Lussier Online

- Website: moneymatchapp.com

22:30 - Silver Tsunami

24:26 - Wrap Up

24:40 - Next Month: Baseball Technology

24:50 - Outro

Find us online:

- Chris Hadnagy

- Twitter: @humanhacker

Ep. 301 - Security Awareness Series - Leadership Relationships and Becoming a CISO with Travis Farral

Direct download: Ep._302_-_The_4th_Monday_Series_-_From_Scam_Victim_to_Investment_Guru_with_Kayla_Lussier.mp3
Category:The 4th Monday Series -- posted at: 12:00am EST

Mon, 21 April 2025

Today on the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Security Awareness Series, Chris is joined by Travis Farral. Travis has been working in information security since the 90s at places such as Nokia, ExxonMobil, and XTO Energy. He is currently VP & CISO at Archaea Energy, a bp owned, renewable natural gas company based in Houston, Texas. He has spoken at events around world on topics such as Cyber Threat Intelligence, MITRE ATT&CK, and Incident Response. Notable activities during his career include everything from programming logic controllers, building and leading SOCs, driving forklifts, standing up cybersecurity teams, developing threat intelligence programs, and handling responses to incidents, among many other things over the last few decades. [April 21, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:18 - 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

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

02:08 - Travis Farral Intro

02:58 - A Different Path than Today

05:25 - Healthy Hacking

08:08 - Anything Can Be Weaponized

10:54 - Questionable Behavior

14:31 - Smash That Report Button!!!

18:58 - Improving Our Odds

21:00 - You Have to Keep It Simple

22:25 - Letters to a Young CISO

24:20 - Find Travis Farral online

- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/travisfarral

25:01 - Mentors

- Shawn Edwards

- Jay Leek

27:02 - Book Recommendations

- R. E. Lee: A Biography - Douglas Southall Freeman

29:34 - Wrap Up & Outro

Ep. 300 - Human Element Series - Celebrating 300 Episodes of The Social Engineer Podcast

Direct download: Ep._301_-_Security_Awareness_Series_-_Leadership_Relationships_and_becoming_a_CISO_with_Travis_Farral.mp3
Category:Security Awareness -- posted at: 12:00am EST

Mon, 14 April 2025

Today we are celebrating our 300^th episode! Chris will be joined by some friends as he discusses how the podcast got started - back in 2009, how it has evolved, including the creation of multiple series, and the direction for the future. [April 14, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:22 - 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

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

02:45 - Social-Engineer Origin Story

03:59 - The Human Element Series

05:34 - The Security Awareness Series

06:03 - The Doctor Is In Series

06:12 - The SE ETC. Series

06:28 - The 4th Monday Series

07:05 - The Future

07:43 - Amanda Drops By

08:35 - Ooof!

09:12 - SE Trivia

13:17 - A Video Celebration!

21:16 - Neil Fallon Drops By

52:50 - Wrap Up

53:56 - Outro

Ep. 299 - The Doctor Is In Series - Why Do We Cry?

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Mon, 7 April 2025

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 Why Do We Cry? They will talk about the psychological and biological influence on our crying, as well as those that cry too much, too little, and how to get support to find the right balance. [April 7, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:16 - Dr. Abbie Maroño Intro

00:31 - 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

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

02:55 - The Topic of the Day: Why do we cry?

03:23 - An Emotional Release

04:50 - Biologically Speaking

06:15 - Crying Too Much?

10:14 - Chemical Reaction

12:12 - Let It Out!

15:25 - Suppression Depression

18:38 - Symptom, Not Cause

20:32 - The Hormone Effect

21:22 - Best Next Steps

23:53 - Wrap Up

24:23 - Next Month: Emotional Regulation in the Workplace

25:25 - Outro

Find us online:

- Twitter: @DrAbbieofficial

- Instagram: @DoctorAbbieofficial

- Twitter: @humanhacker

Ep. 260 - The SE ETC Series - Suffering Through a Romance Scam with Nadja El Fertasi REPLAY

References:

Bagby, D. G. (1999). Seeing through our tears: Why we cry, how we heal. Augsburg Books.

Bylsma, L. M., Gračanin, A., & Vingerhoets, A. J. (2019). The neurobiology of human crying. Clinical Autonomic Research, 29, 63-73.

Feeny, N. C., Zoellner, L. A., Fitzgibbons, L. A., & Foa, E. B. (2000). Exploring the roles of emotional numbing, depression, and dissociation in PTSD. Journal of traumatic stress, 13, 489-498.

Gračanin, A., Bylsma, L. M., & Vingerhoets, A. J. (2014). Is crying a self-soothing behavior?. Frontiers in psychology, 5, 82046.

Holguín-Lew, J. C., & Bell, V. (2013). “When I Want to Cry I Can’t”: Inability to Cry Following SSRI Treatment. Revista Colombiana de Psiquiatría, 42(4), 304-310.

Lilley, M. (2019). Why We Cry: The Science of Tears. Compass Point Books.

Millings, A., Hepper, E. G., Hart, C. M., Swift, L., & Rowe, A. C. (2016). Holding back the tears: Individual differences in adult crying proneness reflect attachment orientation and attitudes to crying. Frontiers in psychology, 7, 196642.

Ramirez, S. M., Glover, H., Ohlde, C., Mercer, R., Hamlin, C., Goodnick, P., & Perez-Rivera, M. I. (2001). Relationship of numbing to alexithymia, apathy, and depression. Psychological Reports, 88(1), 189-200.

Steer, R. (2011). Self-reported inability to cry as a symptom of anhedonic depression in outpatients with a major depressive disorder. Psychological reports, 108(3), 874-882.

Trimble, M. (2014). Why humans like to cry: Tragedy, evolution, and the brain. Oxford University Press.

Vingerhoets, A. J., & Bylsma, L. M. (2016). The riddle of human emotional crying: A challenge for emotion researchers. Emotion Review, 8(3), 207-217.

Vingerhoets, A. J., & Scheirs, J. G. (2012). Crying and health. In Adult crying (pp. 227-246). Routledge.

Vingerhoets, A. J., Cornelius, R. R., Van Heck, G. L., & Becht, M. C. (2000). Adult crying: A model and review of the literature. Review of General Psychology, 4(4), 354-377.

Walter, C. (2006). Why do we cry?. Scientific American Mind, 17(6), 44-51.

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Mon, 31 March 2025

REPLAY (Original Air Date May 27, 2024)

*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

- 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

Find us online

- Chris Hadnagy

- Twitter: @humanhacker

Ep. 297 - Security Awareness Series - Quantifying and Owning Risk with Roy Luongo

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Mon, 17 March 2025

Today on the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Security Awareness Series, Chris is joined by Roy Luongo. Roy is the Chief Information Security Officer for the United States Secret Service. He leads a team in the defense and information assurance of all USSS information systems and solutions. Prior to his current role he was the Director, Joint Mission Operations Center for Cyber Command, providing oversight of mission critical Cyber Operations infrastructures. He has also served as Chief, NSA Red Team and Technical Director for Interactive Operations for the NSA. Roy is a retired Army soldier with 20 years’ service within the Intelligence and Cyber career fields. [March 17, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:17 - 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

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

01:55 - Roy Luongo Intro

02:44 - The Path to CISO of the Secret Service

04:58 - Cybersecurity in Early Education

07:50 - The Entry Level Catch-22

12:24 - Quantifying Risk

14:27 - The Best Way Forward

16:51 - The Effects and Future of AI

20:06 - Understanding Your Needs

22:11 - Advise to Young Roy

24:56 - The Cost of Training

29:01 - Mentors

- Ed Skoudis

- Brigadier General Brian D. Vile

- Shawn Turskey

29:55 - Lollipop Moments

- TEDxToronto - Drew Dudley "Leading with Lollipops"

31:33 - Book Recommendations

- Cybersecurity Canon - Rick Howard

- Kingpin - Kevin Poulsen

- Turn the Ship Around! - L. David Marquet

33:49 - Wrap Up & Outro

Ep. 296 - Human Element Series - The Imagination Dilemma with Dr. Lydia Kostopoulos

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Mon, 10 March 2025

00:00 - Intro

00:19 - 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

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

02:10 - Dr. Lydia Kostopoulos Intro

03:30 - From Counter Terrorism to Conflict Landscapes

05:35 - The Imagination Dilemma

09:13 - Technological Tit for Tat

11:38 - Four Facets of Imagination

12:18 - Facet 1) Identity

13:36 - Facet 2) Convergence

15:38 - Facet 3) Humanity

16:48 - Facet 4) Dreams

18:18 - Turning Crisis Into Strategy

22:39 - Being Human

26:04 - Future-Proofing Organizations

29:51 - Real Value Proposition

31:26 - Webinar Series

- Website: imaginationdilemma.com

- YouTube: @ImaginationDilemma

32:12 - Find Dr. Lydia Kostopoulos online

- Website: abundance.studio

- LinkedIn: in/lydiak

- Instagram: @HiLydiak

32:46 - Book Recommendations

- The 100-Year Life - Andrew Scott & Lynda Gratton

- Imagination Dilemma - Dr. Lydia Kostopoulos

37:02 - Mentors

- Parents

- Women Suffragists

38:15 - Guest Wrap Up & Outro

Ep. 295 - The Doctor Is In Series - Bystander Effect

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Mon, 3 March 2025

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 the Bystander Effect. They will talk about the many different ways it presents itself as well as how to avoid it and what you can do if you find yourself victim of it. [March 3, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:14 - Dr. Abbie Maroño Intro

00:45 - 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

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

03:06 - The Topic of the Day: The Bystander Effect

03:16 - Defining the Bystander Effect

05:14 - The Smoke Filled Room

09:03 - The Advantage of CCTV

11:13 - The Ambiguity Factor

12:53 - Gender Dynamics

15:20 - Self-Construal

16:43 - Reverse the Roles

21:21 - Bystanding Online

22:59 - It's Easier to be Negative

25:34 - Fear Factor

27:53 - Assigning Responsibility

30:34 - Education is Key

31:19 - Just Ask!

32:40 - Wrap Up

32:49 - Next Month: Why Do We Cry?

33:12 - Outro

Find us online:

- Twitter: @DrAbbieofficial

- Instagram: @DoctorAbbieofficial

- Twitter: @humanhacker

Ep. 294 - The 4th Monday Series - Accidentally Wes Anderson with Wally Koval

References:

Bauman, S., Yoon, J., Iurino, C., & Hackett, L. (2020). Experiences of adolescent witnesses to peer victimization: The bystander effect. Journal of school psychology, 80, 1-14.

Fadilah, I. N., & Ansyah, E. H. (2022). The Relationship Between The Bystander Effect and Prososial Behavior in Students Of The Faculty Of Psychology And Educational Sciences At University. Academia Open, 7, 10-21070.

Ganti, N., & Baek, S. (2021). Why People Stand By: A Comprehensive Study About the Bystander Effect. Journal of Student Research, 10(1).

Havlik, J. L., Vieira Sugano, Y. Y., Jacobi, M. C., Kukreja, R. R., Jacobi, J. H. C., & Mason, P. (2020). The bystander effect in rats. Science Advances, 6(28), eabb4205.

Kettrey, H. H., & Marx, R. A. (2021). Effects of bystander sexual assault prevention programs on promoting intervention skills and combatting the bystander effect: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Journal of experimental criminology, 17, 343-367.

Levine, M., Philpot, R., & Kovalenko, A. G. (2020). Rethinking the bystander effect in violence reduction training programs. Social Issues and Policy Review, 14(1), 273-296.

Liu, D., Liu, X., & Wu, S. (2022, June). A Literature Review of Diffusion of Responsibility Phenomenon. In 2022 8th International Conference on Humanities and Social Science Research (ICHSSR 2022) (pp. 1806-1810). Atlantis Press.

Machackova, H. (2020). Bystander reactions to cyberbullying and cyberaggression: individual, contextual, and social factors. Current opinion in psychology, 36, 130-134.

Madden, C., & Loh, J. (2020). Workplace cyberbullying and bystander helping behaviour. The International Journal of Human Resource Management, 31(19), 2434-2458.

Szekeres, H., Halperin, E., Kende, A., & Saguy, T. (2022). Aversive Bystander Effect: Egalitarian bystanders’ overestimation of confronting prejudice.

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Mon, 24 February 2025

Today Chris and Mike are joined by Wally Koval. Wally is the founder and creator of Accidentally Wes Anderson (AWA), a popular visual storytelling platform inspired by filmmaker Wes Anderson's distinctive aesthetic. Since its launch on Instagram in 2017, AWA has grown into a global community of nearly two million people, leading to multiple bestselling books, and large-scale exhibitions on 5 continents. [Feb 24, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:33 - Mike Holfeld Intro

02:25 - Today's Guest: Wally Koval

04:05 - Topic of the Day: Accidentally Wes Anderson

- Accidentally Wes Anderson - Wally Koval

08:13 - From Your Phone to a Book

09:57 - Multiple Languages, Multiple Exhibitions

12:04 - Adventures

- Accidentally Wes Anderson: Adventures - Wally Koval

12:50 - From Wes, With Love

14:08 - The Community...plus Jeff Goldblum

16:05 - Remember to Pinch Myself

18:06 - Shifting Perspective

19:12 - Find Wally Koval Online

- Website: accidentallywesanderson.com

- Instagram: @accidentallywesanderson

19:29 - Wrap Up

20:58 - Next Month: Nancy Hecht

21:34 - Outro

Find us online:

- Chris Hadnagy

- Twitter: @humanhacker

Ep. 293 - Security Awareness Series - From Banker to Spy to Cyber Security Expert with Peter Warmka

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Mon, 17 February 2025

Today on the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Security Awareness Series, Chris is joined by Peter Warmka. Peter is a Former Senior Intelligence Officer with the CIA with over 20 years’ experience in breaching the security of organizations overseas.

Peter is the founder of the Orlando-based firm Counterintelligence Institute, LLC and an Adjunct Professor at Webster University’s Masters Cybersecurity Program. Peter is passionate about using his expertise in helping city, state, and federal government entities, non-profits, academic institutes, private companies, and individuals safeguard their sensitive proprietary and/or personal data. He is also the author of two books. [Feb 17, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:21 - 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

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

02:25 - Peter Warmka Intro

03:14 - Getting Recruited

12:11 - Working Above Cybersecurity

21:33 - Identifying Potential Candidates

23:20 - Tip to CISO's: Learn About AI

25:17 - The Importance of Guardrails

28:37 - Peter's Books

- Confessions of a CIA Spy - Peter Warmka

- Why Are You Messing With Me? - Peter Warmka

31:10 - Find Peter Warmka online

- LinkedIn: in/peterwarmka

- Website: counterintelligence-institute.com

32:18 - Wrap Up & Outro

Ep. 292 - Human Element Series - Rejection is Protection with Erica Rooney

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Mon, 10 February 2025

Today we’re joined by Erica Rooney, a leadership dynamo and gender equality advocate who’s breaking barriers and inspiring infinite possibilities. With over 15 years as an executive, Erica is renowned for tackling 'sticky floors'—the limiting beliefs that hold us back—and smashing through glass ceilings. She’s a sought-after speaker, bestselling author, and coach on a mission to help people rewrite their narratives and step boldly into their full potential. [Feb 10, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:21 - 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

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

02:19 - Erica Rooney Intro

03:16 - Redefining "Having It All"

04:24 - Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable

05:15 - You Can't Win! (So Don't Play)

08:16 - Equal Rights

16:24 - Sticky Floors

20:31 - The Pay Gap Conundrum

24:22 - The SNAP Method

30:43 - New Level, New Devil

34:26 - Don't Ignore Your Gut

37:02 - Book Recommendations

- Burnout - Emily & Amelia Nagoski

- Likeable Badass - Alison R. Fragale

- The Women- Kristin Hannah

39:07 - Mentors

- Dr. Jill Varnes

- Andrew Parker

41:33 - Find Erica Rooney online

- Website: ericaandersonrooney.com

- LinkedIn: in/ericarooney

- Instagram: @ericaandersonrooney

42:05 - Guest Wrap Up & Outro

Ep. 291 - The Doctor Is In Series - The Power of Shame with Megan Barry

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Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 12:00am EST

Mon, 3 February 2025

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, Abbie is joined by Megan Barry. Megan Barry is the former mayor of Nashville, TN, the first woman to be elected to the office. While she was in office, she lost her only son, Max, to a drug overdose. Since leaving her position, Barry is working to combat the shame and guilt that comes from the loss of her son and to help those who struggle with substance use disorder and their loved ones by speaking up and speaking out. Her memoir, “It’s What You Do Next: The Fall and Rise of Nashville’s First Female Mayor,” was released in November and is a USA Today Bestseller. [Feb 3, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:17 - Dr. Abbie Maroño Intro

00:49 - 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

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

02:50 - Megan Barry Intro

- Website: meganbarry.com

- Instagram: instagram.com/mayormeganbarry

- X/Twitter: x.com/MeganCBarry

04:39 - Choices Shaped by Shame

11:03 - Avoiding the Parent Trap

13:55 - It Only Takes One

18:30 - Opening Up

25:50 - Using Writing for Healing

28:05 - Some Bridges Stay Burned

31:52 - The Struggle for Parents

37:48 - Being a Role Model

40:46 - It's All a Choice

44:30 - It’s What You Do Next

45:13 - Wrap Up

45:45 - Next Month: Bystander Effect

45:53 - Outro

Find us online:

- X/Twitter: @DrAbbieofficial

- Instagram: @DoctorAbbieofficial

- X/Twitter: @humanhacker

Ep. 290 - The In This Corner Series - Staying Safe in a Crazy World

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Mon, 27 January 2025

Welcome to the Social-Engineer Podcast: The In This Corner Series with Chris Hadnagy and Mike Holfeld. Chris and Mike will be covering cutting edge global news to help people remain safe, secure and knowledgeable in a world where it is hard to know what is real and what is fake news.

Today Chris and Mike are joined by Sheriff Kevin Beary, a retired Sheriff from Orange County, Florida after sharing 49 years in law enforcement. He is a part of 5 generations of law enforcement and has worked for corporations such as the Kennedy Space Center. Throughout his career he has worked as a SWAT Commander and has served on a Domestic Security Task Force. In his personal life Sheriff Beary has been married for 42 years and has 4 children and 5 grandchildren. [Jan 27, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:19 - Mike Holfeld Intro

00:54 - Topic of the Day: Safety in Today's World

02:26 - Today's Guest: Kevin Beary

04:57 - Preparing for the Pro Bowl

08:53 - An Evolving Threat

11:23 - The Role of the Web

14:37 - More Than Just Policing

18:45 - Individual Responsibility

23:38 - Say Something

25:37 - Wrap Up & Outro

Find us online:

- Chris Hadnagy

- Twitter: @humanhacker

Ep. 289 - Security Awareness Series - The Good The Bad and The Ugly CISOs with David Holtzman

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Mon, 20 January 2025

Today on the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Security Awareness Series, Chris is joined by David Holtzman. David has been the CTO for Network Solutions, Chief Scientist at IBM, CTO & Cybersecurity advisor to 2 presidential candidates, and a former intelligence agent. David is now advising on web3 and blockchain. [Jan 20, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:18 - 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

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

02:01 - David Holtzman Intro

02:30 - The Ever-Changing Threat Landscape

05:35 - Insecure Software

08:57 - Not All CISO's are Equal

12:05 - Making a Good CISO

15:33 - It's About People

17:34 - Lack of Accountability

21:28 - Rise of the AI

26:31 - The Approach of Web3

29:23 - The Blockchain Fix (For Now)

32:39 - Stuck in the Cloud

36:34 - Find David Holtzman online

- Website: davidholtzman.com

36:55 - Book Recommendations

- Crossing the Chasm - Geoffrey Moore

- How to Survive Identity Theft – David Holtzman

- Privacy Lost - David Holtzman

38:46 - Mentors

- Steve Jobs

- John Perry Barlow

42:16 - Wrap Up & Outro

Ep. 288 - Human Element Series - Making Difficult Conversations Easier with Andy Earle

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Mon, 13 January 2025

Today we are joined by Andy Earle. Andy is the founder of the elite ghostwriting firm Write it Great. He and his team help people with Big Ideas write books that can change the way people think. He also hosts the Talking to Teens podcast, where he interviews authors about how to have difficult conversations with teenagers. [Jan 13, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:19 - 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

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

02:36 - Andy Earle Intro

03:05 - The Path to Ghostwriting

06:14 - Talking to Teens Podcast

10:11 - Self Confrontation

14:33 - Don't Tell Me What to Do!

19:40 - Getting Ghosted

23:14 - Find Andy Earle online

- Podcast: talkingtoteens.com

- Website: writeitgreat.com

24:29 - Book Recommendations

- The Black Swan - Nassim Nicholas Taleb

- The Selfish Gene - Richard Dawkins

25:51 - Mentors

- Mark Goulston

28:38 - Guest Wrap Up & Outro

Ep. 287 - The Doctor Is In Series - The Effects of Procrastination

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Mon, 6 January 2025

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 Procrastination. They will talk about what it is, the causes, and reasons of why we procrastinate and the many ways you can try to overcome it. [Jan 6, 2025]

00:00 - Intro

00:16 - Dr. Abbie Maroño Intro

00:41 - 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

- innocentlivesfoundation.org - http://www.innocentlivesfoundation.org/

02:47 - The Topic of the Day: Procrastination

03:05 - Defining Procrastination

04:00 - Lack of Motivation

05:20 - Regulating Emotions

06:20 - The Intention Matters

07:55 - Self Sabotage

09:59 - Realistic Expectations

13:40 - A Setback in NOT Failure!

17:09 - Smaller Goals for Larger Achievements

20:39 - Remaining Flexible

23:25 - Dig a Little Deeper

25:03 - Finding Balance From Others

28:10 - Being Held Accountable

33:00 - The Role of Self Compassion

37:30 - Wrap Up

37:40 - Next Month: The Bystander Effect

37:50 - Outro

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