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

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

Author: Social-Engineer, LLC June 9, 2025 Duration: 33:35

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

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

-          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

-          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.
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