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

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

Author: Social-Engineer, LLC April 14, 2025 Duration: 54:23

Today we are celebrating our 300th 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

-          CLUTCH - http://www.pro-rock.com/

-          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

-           www.social-engineer.com

-          www.innocentlivesfoundation.org


At its core, The Social-Engineer Podcast examines the most complex system in any security equation: people. Hosted by the team at Social-Engineer, LLC, this series digs into the psychology, communication patterns, and inherent vulnerabilities that shape human interaction. Each episode moves beyond dry technical analysis to explore real-world stories and expert conversations that reveal how social engineers operate-the subtle cues, the persuasive language, and the manipulation of trust that can lead to a security breach. You’ll hear discussions that sit at the fascinating intersection of behavioral science and modern technology, dissecting everything from phishing attempts and pretexting to the non-verbal tells that can give us away. This isn't just about warning against threats; it's a deep dive into understanding why we make the decisions we do, both online and off. By unpacking the mechanics of influence and connection, the podcast provides listeners with a clearer lens to see their own daily interactions, ultimately fostering a more critical and aware mindset. Tune in for a thought-provoking blend of research and practical insight that makes the art of human hacking both comprehensible and compelling.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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