Cyber Crime Junkies

Cybersecurity expert, teacher and coach, TJ Houston, joins us to discuss what employers want for cybersecurity careers, and share real ways how to start a career in cybersecurity with no experience, how to get entry level cybersecurity job and other insights. We cover career options in cybersecurity, how to start a career in cybersecurity with no experience and even how to get entry level cybersec...

When technology can do everything for us, what is left? Imagination. That is the intrigue in a soon-to-be-released book coming by Dr Lydia Kostopoulos, who holds a PHD in International Relations, Security and Political Science, having attended the Harvard Kennedy school for Cybersecurity. We discuss: Harnessing Emerging Tech: Imagination and AI in Brand Growth, and the Perils of 'Too Big to F...

In today's fast-paced and ever-changing world, leadership is more crucial than ever. But what makes a GREAT leader in this new era? Is it their ability to adapt to change, their capacity to inspire and motivate their team, or their willingness to take calculated risks? We'll explore the key characteristics and qualities that define a GREAT leader in today's fast-changing world. From...

Jospeh Hudson, Director of Growth at TCM Security join sus in the studio. An experienced recruiter, former teacher, involved parent and thought-leader in the cyber security space Joe shares insight into how to avoid land minds in job searching. Topics: landminds in job searching, land minds in job searching, job searching in security, job searching in security. land minds to avoid, most notorious...

Host Dean Mauro interviews Amy Cappellanti-Wolf, CHRO with Dayforce, an experienced Chief Human Resources Officer, discussing the importance of AI in HR, HR Technology, Human Resource Strategy and Leadership Skills. Questions? Text our Studio direct. We read these and when helpful we give a special shout out for those to contact us. I wrote Moving Target because overconfidence is the enemy. Hardco...

🔥 Leadership Secrets REVEALED 🔥 AI in Health Sector. Unlock the secrets of to overcoming Healthcare IT's most pressing challenges! In this video, we'll dive into the leadership strategies and best practices that top healthcare organizations use to navigate the industry's biggest dilemmas. Dean Mauro and healthcare IT Director, and Sheriff deputy, Shawn Weldin, discuss the current...

In this episode of Cyber Crime Junkies, host Dean Mauro explores listener question of who do hackers target the most.  He explains the real truth about cyber crime,  recent examples of Cyber crime This year, Small business cyber attacks, and he evaluates FBI IC3 Report 2025 Questions? Text our Studio direct. We read these and when helpful we give a special shout out for those to contact us. I wrot...

Joining us is Matthew Rosenquist, a massively followed thought leader and Top Voice. A renowned CISO, Cybersecurity leader and strategist, we discuss the role of security leadership, cultural differences on data privacy, importance of choosing trustworthy vendors, and how to stop zero day attacks.   Questions? Text our Studio direct. We read these and when helpful we give a special shout out for t...

Dr. Sergio Sanchez—former leader and advisor at Apple, The Vatican, Activision and medical doctor—exposes how cybercriminals are using AI in healthcare and AI Social Engineering to clone voices, fake identities, and empty your savings without a trace . But that’s just the beginning… In this mind-blowing episode, we dive into: ·       The dark side of AI (you won’t believe how easily your identity...

David Mauro and DeWayne Hart explore the critical aspects of building a cyber security mindset, understanding cyber security awareness, internet governance in cyber security, and importance of culture in cybersecurity.  Questions? Text our Studio direct. We read these and when helpful we give a special shout out for those to contact us. I wrote Moving Target because overconfidence is the enemy. Ha...

Scott Augenbaum, retired FBI Agent in the Cyber Division shares his truths framework about the FBI vs Cyber Crime and the fbi perspective of cyber crime. Topics: fbi perspective of cyber crime, fbi view of cyber crime, explaining the fbi stance on cyber crime, lessons learned from fbi on cyber crime, lessons on cyber crime from fbi, war between the fbi and cyber crime, fbi vs cyber crime, truth ab...

Cybercrime Junkies Podcast interviews former NATO specialist and international intelligence expert, Nadja El Fertasi, about the role played by emotional intelligence in cyber security and Emotional Intelligence in AI. We discuss emotional firewalls, learning EQ (emotional intelligence) and how it can stop social engineering attacks, how international law enforcement leverages Emotional Intelligenc...

On this Cyber Crime Junkies deep-dive, we expose how deepfake job applicants , AI-powered resumes, and AI voice-cloning are turning remote hiring into the ultimate con. Real-world cases include executives duped by glitchy interview bots—and one bizarre scam channeling funds to international criminals. 👨‍💻 What you’ll discover: ·       AI resume generators that craft “perfect” fake backgrounds. ·...

Richard Hollis of Risk Crew ( https://www.riskcrew.com ) in London joins Cyber Crime Junkies studio ( https://cybercrimejunkies.com ) for exclusive discussion on: cyber security differences between US versus UK, how cybersecurity efforts usually fail and Difference between customers or enemies. Don't miss the video episode: https://youtu.be/5jjlJx_EyXI Questions? Text our Studio direct. We re...

In this episode of Cyber Crime Junkies, host David Mauro speaks with cybersecurity expert Adam Benwell, CEO of Challenge Word, about new ways to stop social engineering, Shocking New Ai Risks & How To Stop Them Questions? Text our Studio direct. We read these and when helpful we give a special shout out for those to contact us. I wrote Moving Target because overconfidence is the enemy. Hardcov...

This conversation delves into Hackers vs Businesses Leaders. Battle of Cyber Interruption. It delves into the alarming rise of ransomware attacks, their impact on businesses and healthcare, and the evolving landscape of cybercrime. It highlights the staggering financial costs, the organized nature of cybercriminal operations, and the legal implications for companies.  The discussion also emphasize...

 Today we discuss how deep fake videos increase security risks. Topics include: artificial intelligence risks in cyber, new ways to reduce risk of deep fakes, how are deep fakes made, how are deep fake videos made, how are audio deep fakes made, and how is ai making it harder to detect deep fakes. Takeaways Sample deepfakes are played. Can you tell? Over 85% of those tested could not. Deepfake tec...

Many leaders have concerns about employees using AI safely. We explain how to do so in this video. Today we sit with Bill Kleyman-founder of Apolo.us, a pioneer and leader in the space about his efforts for the safe use AI and how to reduce risks with employee use of AI. This is the story of Bill Kleyman and how AI can be used for good Find more here: https://www.apolo.us/ Questions? Text our Stud...

Interview of Host David Mauro on topics of How To Avoid Business Interruption. What Leaders Must do.  Covering true healthcare breaches which have killed and effected medical care along with small business guidance. Topics include: how to avoid business interruption, what business leaders need to know about cyber attacks, when ransomware kills, how ransomware kills business growth, healthcare cybe...

We explore the motives of cyber criminals, examples of cyber crime gang activities, risks of physical harm from ransomware, understanding cyber crime motive, and why its important to understand cyber crime MO (Modus Operandi).  Overview of the MO (Modus Operandi) of REVIL, CONTI, HIVE, DARKSIDE and other ransomware gangs and how they drive their operations. This allows us to better defend ourselve...

Teen Hacker EXPOSED! PowerSchool Breach Puts 60M Kids at Risk | Protect Your Children Online 🚨 60 Million Students Exposed in PowerSchool Cyber Attack — What Parents Need to Know NOW  A 19-year-old hacker named Matthew D. Lane pulled off one of the largest education data breaches ever, targeting PowerSchool and exposing the personal information of over 60 million students and educators across Nor...

🔥 New Episode Alert 🔥 In this exciting discussion, CISSP security leader Braxton Molton and host David Mauro on why you’re not too small to be hacked, the importance of detection and we explain How Small Business Can Catch Hackers. The message is clear on why small business needs better security. Exclusive insight from the front lines.  Questions? Text our Studio direct. We read these and when h...

Welcome to Bainbridge, Georgia—where a cyber attack turned Memorial Hospital into a warzone of blinking screens and silent phones. This isn't sci-fi. It's the chilling truth of how ransomware can lead to real-world deaths. In this episode, we unpack the battle between Embargo and Memorial Health, and reveal the emotional and life-threatening toll of cybercrime. Questions? Text our Studio...

Mishaal Khan, Best-selling Author of The Phantom CISO , Founder of Operation Privacy, and vCISO at Mindsight, joins David Mauro to discuss: how to keep your digital footprint safe, how to improve your digital hygiene, and how everyone is responsible for cyber security. https://www.phantomciso.com/ https://www.operationprivacy.com/   Questions? Text our Studio direct. We read these and when helpful...

The Williams Woods Story. What Happens when Your Identity is Stolen. Video Episode : https://youtu.be/mBU3J-4vKww Questions? Text our Studio direct. We read these and when helpful we give a special shout out for those to contact us. I wrote Moving Target because overconfidence is the enemy. Hardcover, paperback, Kindle, and audiobook . Amazon , Barnes and Noble , and more. I wrote the Moving Targe...