The Social-Engineer Podcast (Human Element Series)

Kevin Roose is a business and technology writer for New York magazine and the Daily Intelligencer blog. He has written several books including The Unlikely Disciple: A Sinner's Semester at America's Holiest University and Young Money: Inside the Hidden World of Wall Street's Post-Crash Recruits.

In 2015, Kevin asked Chris and his team of expert social engineers to hack him.  There was no restrictions - phishing, vishing, impersonation and a complete d0x were all on the table.  If haven't seen the outcome you can view in on the YouTube Video that already has over 2 million views.

We thought it would be a great idea to invite Kevin on the show and ask him a few questions:

  • What gave you this crazy idea?
  • Did you think you would come out the victor?
  • How did you really feel as you realized you where pwned?
  • How has it affected you after the hack?
  • Anything you do differently now?
  • And so much more....
Direct download: Social-EngineerPodcastEp080.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 1:30pm EDT

What would you do if you were in a car accident that lowered your IQ and then had doctors basically tell you to throw in the towel?  Would you listen or would you fake it till you make and stay present? Find out what the truly inspirational Amy Cuddy did. March 14, 2016

Direct download: Social-EngineerPodcastEp079.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 10:58am EDT

Join us for another amazing episode with one of our favorite guests Robin Dreeke.

He helps us with:

  • Building on the 10 steps to rapport
  • How do we apply the 5 steps to trust?
  • Can this really make you more zen?
  • What is the name of his new book?
  • What is this?  We are HORNSBY FREE!!

 

Follow Robin on Twitter or visit his website www.peopleformula.com

Direct download: Social-EngineerPodcastEp078.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 2:00am EDT

Ok so if you haven't heard of Clutch you just have been living under a rock... but if you have come out to listen to this podcast today is your special day... Meet Neil Fallon, leader singer, poet and scotch lover... oh yah and chances are if you go to one of his shows you are getting watched! Jan 11, 2016

Direct download: Social-EngineerPodcastEp077.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 11:42pm EDT

Dec 18th Star Wars debuts its Episode VII!! And while all of geekdom is getting ready, is there Social Engineering Elements to Star Wars?  Join us with our guest Dr. Travis Langley, a psychologist who studies Star Wars characters for the answer! .... Dec 14, 2015

Direct download: Social-EngineerPodcastEp076.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 12:14am EDT

If you took 10 billion parts high energy, 10 billion parts social engineer and 10 billion parts raw awesome and blended them together, poured them in a mold and let them gel it would come out this month's guest.  Brian Brushwood is all that and more..... Nov 9, 2015

Direct download: Social-EngineerPodcastEp075.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 2:30am EDT

Phishing is the number one security threat to organizations around the globe.  Yet only a fraction of the companies that control our services, infrastructure and resources are educating their people how to combat this threat.  Why?  Lets discuss with Mark Chapman.... Oct 12, 2015

Direct download: Social-EngineerPodcastEp074.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 2:00am EDT

Another amazing year at DEF CON and the women have again dominated the SECTF.  Join us with our first and second place winners, Jen and Jon, to discuss strategy and how to win.... Sept 14, 2015

Direct download: Social-EngineerPodcastEp073.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 2:30am EDT

R. Paul Wilson is a good friend and we have been following his work for year.  This year he flies all the way to Vegas to join us for the podcast.... Aug 10, 2015

Direct download: Social-EngineerPodcastEp072-final.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 10:47pm EDT

70 months is a long time, wouldn't you agree?  Well after 70 months we have managed to get HD Moore on our podcast and what a treat it is for all you listeners... you won't want to miss this one.... July 13, 2015

Direct download: Social-EngineerPodcastEp071.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 12:02am EDT

Can you remember episode 07?  Our amazing guest, Dr. Ellen Langer, is back now on episode 70! Mindfulness, the effects of it on decision making and so much more....

From Podcast 07 to Podcast 70, Dr. Langer hasn't lost a beat and she continues to impress us, entertain us and educate us how to be more thoughtful, better critical thinkers and more productive.  Don't miss this one.

June 08, 2015

Direct download: Social-EngineerPodcastEp070.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 3:00am EDT

PSYOP, or psychological operations, is a fascinating topic that we will be delving into with our guest, Jimmy Do. May 11, 2015

Direct download: Social-EngineerPodcastEp069.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 2:30am EDT

Did you know that the unique little errors and style you have in writing can pinpoint you like a fingerprint, even in your anonymous online posts?  Join us as we discuss this exciting topic with Sadia Afroz. April 13, 2015

Direct download: Social-EngineerPodcastEp068.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 2:30am EDT

How important is physical security to your overall security posture? Should security people really know how to pick locks and hack elevators?

Join the SEORG Podcast panel with our guest Deviant Ollam to discuss these very important topics.

Direct download: Social-EngineerPodcastEp067.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 2:59am EDT

Our anonymous guest joins us this month from one of the companies that was breached in the last year.  He discusses what we all can learn and how to stay safe and what to do to avoid being the next headline. Feb 09, 2015

Direct download: Social-EngineerPodcastEp066.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 4:00am EDT

The Social Engineer Podcast crew comes back together to discuss 2015 and what we can expect to see in the world of Social Engineering and Security.  Jan 12, 2015

Direct download: Social-EngineerPodcastEp065.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 2:41pm EDT

John Mcafee has certainly been in the news over the last year or two. Now he joins the Social-Engineer Podcast crew and discusses his thoughts on social engineering and how he used it in Belize. Dec 8, 2014

Direct download: Social-EngineerPodcastEp064.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 10:45pm EDT

Each year the SECTF at DEF CON grows in popularity and this past year was no different.  Join us with the dynamic duo that won DEF CON 22's SECTF competition - The Schmooze Operators Nov 10, 2014

Direct download: Social-EngineerPodcastEp063.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 8:18pm EDT

Jorina von Zimmermann graduated from University College London (UCL) with a Master degree in Social Cognition in 2012. A year later she started her PhD in the department of Experimental Psychology at UCL to investigate group behaviour. She joins us to talk about influence and propaganda. Oct 13, 2014

Direct download: Social-EngineerPodcastEp062.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 9:40pm EDT

Ep. 061 –Krebs on Social-Engineer.Org

Join the SEORG Podcast crew as we are joined by Brian Krebs to discuss the most cutting edge breaches in the news today.

Direct download: Social-EngineerPodcastEp061.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 10:55pm EDT

Ep. 060 –Live From DEF CON 22 with Johnny Long

DEF CON 22 was an amazing year for us... 5 year anniversary, a packed house and Johnny Long... what more can we say.

Direct download: Social-EngineerPodcastEp060.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 8:55pm EDT

Self control is one thing we know little about, but thanks to new research we are understanding more of what it is and how we can control our self control.  Join the SEPodcast crew while they chat with Dr. Inzlicht as we discuss this fascinating topic.

Direct download: Social-EngineerPodcastEp058.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 4:03pm EDT

Join the SEORG Podcast crew and one of our favorite guests, Dr. Paul Ekman again this month to discuss his new research into mapping human emotions.  In addition, his research into compassion and understanding how emotions play a role in behavior.

Released May 12th

Direct download: Social-EngineerPodcastEp057.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 4:33pm EDT

We met Calvin at RSA in San Francisco, where he amazed us with a cold reading, mind reading, environmental control illusion that made us NEED to interview him.  Join us in a fascinating conversation with him.  April 14th, 2014

Direct download: Social-EngineerPodcastEp056.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 3:00am EDT

Nonverbal communication is a pretty hot topic lately, especially with the release of Chris' newest book.  This month we invite Paul Kelly, the technical editor of that book, friend and Ekman Group's main trainer to the podcast. Mar 10, 2014

Direct download: Social-EngineerPodcastEp055.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 5:16am EDT

White Canvas group is a small collection of social media geniuses.  We are talking with their front man, Chris Dufour about how social media is being and can be engineered for the good, the bad and the ugly. Feb 10, 2014

Direct download: Social-EngineerPodcastEp054.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 3:00am EDT

This month the panel and crew you know and love (well we hope) is banging our heads together to discuss the topic of the RSA and the NSA.  While we can't know for sure what is true or not, should we boycott the RSA Conference?  Should we boycott the products sold by RSA?  Is it fair that the NSA is spying on people from its own country?

We may not have any great answers, but that is what we are talking about this month.  Our usual banter, jokes and intelligent conversation ensue.

Direct download: Social-EngineerPodcastEp053.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 10:30am EDT

Join the Social-Engineer Podcast Crew with our guest, the interesting and eclectic, Richard Thieme as we discuss the very fabric of info sec and how social engineering will change in the future.

Direct download: Social-EngineerPodcastEp052.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 3:00am EDT

This month we talk to a conflict resolution expert that believes that any conflict can be resolved in a peaceful and positive manner.  He uses affirmation and positive methods to bring out the best for all involved.  Join us and our guest Joe Weston in an exciting discussion on positive framing. Nov 11, 2013

Direct download: Social-EngineerPodcastEp051.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 3:00am EDT

Join us as we discuss the idea of self framing with a very successful counselor who has devoted her life to helping children learn how to re-frame and cope with terrible circumstances in life.  Elizabeth Tracy joins the cast of the Social-Engineer Podcast in an intruiging podcast.  Oct 14, 2013

Direct download: Social-EngineerPodcastEp050.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 3:00am EDT

If you haven't heard of Clutch then shame on you.  One of the best rock bands around.  With deep lyrics, a strong family sense for the band and some of the most interesting methods for framing himself we have a great discussion with Clutch frontman, Neil Fallon.

Direct download: Social-EngineerPodcastEp049.mp3
Category:Human Element Series -- posted at: 12:00am EDT