Simple Cyber Defense

Join host Carl Wade on Simple Cyber Defense to discover how a "Minimalist Mindset" can transform your digital safety. In this episode, learn practical, non-technical steps to protect your privacy in 2026, including purging "ghost" apps, auditing smartphone permissions, and using the new California DROP platform. Secure your online life by closing "digital doors" and r...

Check the back of your router—is it "Made in China"? On March 23, 2026, the FCC changed the rules of the internet forever. Before you panic and toss your hardware in the trash, join Carl to find out what the foreign router ban actually means for your Wi-Fi, your wallet, and your digital security. In todays episode we will be talking about the US router ban. If you’ve been following the n...

Digital Security Reality Check: Should You Trust Your Password Manager in 2026? Feeling a little uneasy after recent headlines about password manager vulnerabilities? You aren't alone—but before you delete your vault and go back to sticky notes, let’s take a breath. In this episode of Simple Cyber Defense, we cut through the panic to explain why password managers are still the "safest hou...

Is a password enough to keep you safe? Usually, the answer is NO. 🔐 In this video, we’re breaking down the single most important thing you can do to protect your digital life: Two-Factor Authentication (2FA). If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by tech jargon, don’t worry—we’re skipping the "geek speak" and using simple analogies to show you how to lock down your accounts for good. Think of...

Welcome to Simple Cyber Defense, the channel where we strip away the jargon and the fear to give you practical, no-nonsense digital security advice. Do you reuse the same password for everything? Have you ever yelled at your screen because a website demanded a 16-character password including a symbol, a number, and your childhood pet’s middle name? We’ve all been there. Our mission is simple: to k...

🛡️ The 2025 Cybersecurity Hangover: 4 Hacks That Changed Everything | Simple Cyber Defense 2025 was a "dumpster fire" for our digital privacy. In this episode, host Carl Wade breaks down the 4 massive cybersecurity incidents from last year that hit regular people the hardest—and more importantly, how you can lock down your digital life for 2026. From 16-billion-record leaks to AI voice c...

The Internet as we know it is changing—and not for the better. In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on the wave of "Age Verification" laws sweeping the globe and why they might be the biggest threat to your digital privacy in a decade. While lawmakers claim they are "protecting the kids," the reality is a logistical nightmare of government-mandated data collection an...

The Internet as we know it is changing—and not for the better. In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on the wave of "Age Verification" laws sweeping the globe and why they might be the biggest threat to your digital privacy in a decade. While lawmakers claim they are "protecting the kids," the reality is a logistical nightmare of government-mandated data collection an...

Join host Carl and Brian as they investigate the severe security risks posed by AI chatbots, exploring why these tools may not be as secure as we assume. Drawing on recent findings, including Microsoft research, we reveal how easily personal information can be compromised and discuss practical defense strategies. Links:AI chat privacy at risk: Microsoft details Whisper Leak side-channel attack - h...

 Welcome to Simple Cyber Defense, the podcast where we break down complex cybersecurity topics into easy-to-understand language. Today, we're talking about a change that's quietly reshaping the internet, one age gate at a time.

In this episode we discuss the data breach of 23andMe and the recent bankruptcy that they announced. What might happen to your data and what should you do next?

In this episode, we explore  Firefox’s new Terms of Service  and its impact on your online privacy. We break down the cybersecurity risks, from anonymized data vulnerabilities to the lack of clear opt-out options, while offering practical tips to protect your information. Intro:Subterranean Howl by ELPHNT (c) copyright 2019 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjEK32QlJe0Dy4nXxelXrww

In this episode we talk about how car insurance maybe tracking you and how some EV cars may have some serious insecurities. Intro: Subterranean Howl by ELPHNT © copyright 2019 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjEK32QlJe0Dy4nXxelXrww Links: Is Your Insurance Tracking You? https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/legal/allstate-car-insurer-sued-for-tracking-drivers-without-permission/ Pwn2Own Automotiv...

Episode Highlights: Major Cyber Attacks of 2024 Join us as we dive into the most significant cyber attacks of 2024 and explore the lessons they hold for safeguarding our digital future. Topics we cover: The Internet Archive breach and its DDoS aftermath A surprising hiccup with the CrowdStrike Falcon update Insights into a massive data leak impacting the United States The escalating ransomware cri...

Simple Cyber Defense Interview with Sarah Dickerson In this episode Sarah and I discuss the link between Cyber Security and Mental Health. How does mental health effect people's ability to resist social engineering. Tips on what you can do to reduce your risk and more. Links: Suicide Prevention - https://afsp.orgMore about Mental Health - https://www.cdc.gov/mentalhealth/learn/index.htm Suppor...

We look into the LastPass Breach from August 2022 and their announcement in December 2022. What should you do now that your Password vault is in the hands of cyber criminals? Support US: Donations - https://simplecyberdefense.com/Donate Join our Community: https://simplecyberdefense.com/community Intro: Film Glitch by Snowflake (c) copyright 2017 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Nonco...

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Simple Cyber Defense Season 03 Episode 14 Interview with The Pop Historian about Physical Security. Support US: Donations - https://simplecyberdefense.com/Donate Join our Community: https://simplecyberdefense.com/community Intro: Film Glitch by Snowflake (c) copyright 2017 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial  (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/snowflake/56350...

Simple Cyber Defense Season 03 Episode 12 This week we go over the 8 ways you could be inviting a cyber attack. Support US: Donations - https://simplecyberdefense.com/Donate Join our Community: https://simplecyberdefense.com/community Intro: Film Glitch by Snowflake (c) copyright 2017 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial  (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/sno...

Do you really need an Anti-Virus? I give you my opinion on the matter fro Linux, Mac OS, and Windows. Support US: Donations - https://simplecyberdefense.com/Donate Join our Community: https://simplecyberdefense.com/community Intro: Film Glitch by Snowflake (c) copyright 2017 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial  (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/snowflake/563...

Simple Cyber Defense Season 03 Episode 10 In this episode we discuss how to buy crypto and some of the why you would need to buy crypto. Support US: Donations - https://simplecyberdefense.com/Donate Join our Community: https://simplecyberdefense.com/community Intro: Film Glitch by Snowflake (c) copyright 2017 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial  (3.0) license. http://d...

Simple Cyber Defense S03 E09 This week we talk about the dangers of Ransomware and how to prevent becoming a victom. Support US: Donations - https://simplecyberdefense.com/Donate Join our Community: https://simplecyberdefense.com/community Intro: Film Glitch by Snowflake (c) copyright 2017 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial  (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/file...

Simple Cyber Defense Season 03 Episode 08 In this epidsod I talk about my experience getting catfished. Support US: Donations - https://simplecyberdefense.com/Donate Connect with US: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SimpleCyberDefense/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/SimCyberDefense MeWe - https://mewe.com/join/simplecyberdefense Mastodon - https://mastodon.social/@SimpleCyberDefense Minds - http...

Simple Cyber Defense Season 03 Episode 07 In this episode we discuss what honey traps are, the dangers of them, and how to protect yourself. Support US: Donations - https://simplecyberdefense.com/Donate Connect with US: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SimpleCyberDefense/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/SimCyberDefense MeWe - https://mewe.com/join/simplecyberdefense Mastodon - https://mastodon.so...

Simple Cyber Defense Season 3 Episode 6.5 Support US: Donations - https://simplecyberdefense.com/Donate Connect with US: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SimpleCyberDefense/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/SimCyberDefense MeWe - https://mewe.com/join/simplecyberdefense Mastodon - https://mastodon.social/@SimpleCyberDefense Minds - https://mastodon.social/@SimpleCyberDefense LBRY - https://lbry.tv...