Beste Cult Hackers podcaster (2024)

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The End is Nigh: Our last ever Cult Hackers Podcast. 34:44

17d ago34:44

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This is our last ever Cult Hackers podcast. We say goodbye and thank you to all our listeners and supporters over the years We also explore our final topic of the podcast, that of tribes, and ask whether we are experiencing the cultification of the internet through social media platforms. If you'd like to keep in touch you can contact us at: https:…

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Red Hot '90s Action Summer (2) UNDER SIEGE 1:14:49

4d ago1:14:49

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We're moving into the vehicle action of the '90s with Steven Seagal's early career film Under Siege, which uses the setup and popularity of Die Hard but on a Navy ship! This one's actually a lot of fun and we talk about the things that make this succeed, as well as the multiple submarines on display (wink). We're also drinking Sloop Brewing's Premi…

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Red Hot '90s Action Summer (1) RUMBLE IN THE BRONX 1:07:35

18d ago1:07:35

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We're kicking off Red Hot '90s Action Summer by returning to the Bronx, this time with Jackie Chan in his American debut from 1995! We talk about the film's dubbing, the nonsensical plot about a diamond heist, dirtbikes in the city, and a whole lot more. We're also drinking Beer Tree Brewing's Cerveza! Approximate timeline 0:00-9:00 Intro and Walke…

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Why are there riots in the UK? 36:05

21d ago36:05

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The UK has seen a week of rioting and civil disorder. What is the background, why are people rioting? And reflections from the previous episode about whether culture needs defending in light of these events. Contact us: https://www.culthackers.com/contactAv Cult Hackers

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A Senate Bill Would Radically Improve Voting Machine Security 6:31

27d ago6:31

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This year’s Intelligence Authorization Act would mandate penetration testing for federally certified voting machines and allow independent researchers to work on exposing vulnerabilities.Av SpokenLayer

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How Infostealers Pillaged the World’s Passwords 8:06

28d ago8:06

8:06

Infostealer malware is swiping millions of passwords, cookies, and search histories. It’s a gold mine for hackers—and a disaster for anyone who becomes a target.Av SpokenLayer

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New Jersey's $500 Million Bid to Become an AI Epicenter 8:17

29d ago8:17

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The Garden State has enacted a hefty new tax credit specifically for AI businesses. But tax incentives—particularly around data centers—haven’t always created large numbers of jobs.Av SpokenLayer

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EASY RIDER 1:17:11

1M ago1:17:11

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The doldrums of summer are upon us and so we wanted a nice easy, lazy film. So of course we're talking Dennis Hopper's Easy Rider, a thesis on the American dream and Americana of the late '60s. We discuss this idea of freedom throughout the movie, how the film handles it with its experimental approaches, and the different vignettes that we get thro…

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A Hacker ‘Ghost’ Network Is Quietly Spreading Malware on GitHub 6:25

1M ago6:25

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Cybersecurity researchers have spotted a 3,000-account network on GitHub that is manipulating the platform and spreading ransomware and info stealers.Av SpokenLayer

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Don't Fall for CrowdStrike Outage Scams 3:32

1M ago3:32

3:32

Swindlers are spinning up bogus websites in an attempt to dupe people with “CrowdStrike support” scams following the security firm's catastrophic software update.Av SpokenLayer

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How Russia-Linked Malware Cut Heat to 600 Ukrainian Buildings in Deep Winter 7:56

1M ago7:56

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The code, the first of its kind, was used to sabotage a heating utility in Lviv at the coldest point in the year—what appears to be yet another innovation in Russia’s torment of Ukrainian civilians.Av SpokenLayer

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The Pentagon Wants to Spend $141 Billion on a Doomsday Machine 9:11

1M ago9:11

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The DOD wants to refurbish ICBM silos that give it the ability to end civilization. But these missiles are useless as weapons, and their other main purpose—attracting an enemy’s nuclear strikes—serves no end.Av SpokenLayer

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From the Archives: How to Spot a Business Email Compromise Scam 8:07

1M ago8:07

8:07

In this common email scam, a criminal pretending to be your boss or coworker emails you asking for a favor involving money. Here's what do to when a bad actor lands in your inbox.Av SpokenLayer

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Does Culture Need Defending? 36:48

1M ago36:48

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Was my upbringing as a Jehovah's Witness a multicultural one? Does culture need defending? Should we accept all cultural differences? Is the UK an Islamic country as is claimed by J D Vance? Can different cultural practices live side by side? What is the link between culture and cults? Do businesses have cultures? All questions discussed in today's…

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Alleged ‘Maniac Murder Cult’ Leader Indicted Over Plot to Kill Jewish Children 6:00

1M ago6:00

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US prosecutors have charged Michail Chkhikvishvili, also known as “Commander Butcher,” with a litany of crimes, including alleged attempts to poison Jewish children in NYC.Av SpokenLayer

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The US Supreme Court Kneecapped US Cyber Strategy 10:53

1M ago10:53

10:53

After the Supreme Court limited the power of federal agencies to craft regulations, it’s likely up to Congress to keep US cybersecurity policy intact.Av SpokenLayer

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Hackers Claim to Have Leaked 1.1 TB of Disney Slack Messages 4:01

1M ago4:01

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A hacker group called “NullBulge” says it stole more than a terabyte of Disney’s internal Slack messages and files from nearly 10,000 channels in an apparent protest over AI-generated art.Av SpokenLayer

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The Sweeping Danger of the AT&T Phone Records Breach 5:53

1M ago5:53

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Telecom giant AT&T says a major data breach has exposed the call and text records of “nearly all” of its customers, epitomizing the dire state of data security.Av SpokenLayer

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Pressure Grows in Congress to Treat Crypto Investigator Tigran Gambaryan, Jailed in Nigeria, as a Hostage 7:42

1M ago7:42

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A new resolution echoes what 16 members of Congress have already said to the White House: It must do more to free one of the most storied crypto-focused federal agents in history.Av SpokenLayer

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ESCAPE FROM THE BRONX 1:09:51

2M ago1:09:51

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Since we've already covered Escape from New York, it was only right that we also do the Italian copycat film Escape from the Bronx, which, as we quickly point out, actually has nothing to do with escaping. This sequel to 1990: The Bronx Warriors certainly has a lot in common with its brethren but it does a number of things differently, and more imp…

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Rituals: The Mind's Magic Trick 37:52

2M ago37:52

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Rituals are powerful. They have been a part of our shared culture since the beginning - why? And how do cults use them? To talk to us: https://www.culthackers.com/contact To become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/culthackers/posts References: The Psychology of Rituals: An Integrative Review and Process-Based Framework Video of Speaker being dragg…

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Notorious Hacker Kingpin ‘Tank’ Is Finally Going to Prison 8:06

2M ago8:06

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The cybercrime boss, who helped lead the prolific Zeus malware gang and was on the FBI’s “most wanted” list for years, has been sentenced to 18 years and ordered to pay more than $73 million.Av SpokenLayer

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Google Is Adding Passkey Support for Its Most Vulnerable Users 3:47

2M ago3:47

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Google is bringing the password-killing “passkey” tech to its Advanced Protection Program users more than a year after rolling them out broadly.Av SpokenLayer

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Inside a Violent Gang's Ruthless Crypto-Stealing Home Invasion Spree 7:15

2M ago7:15

7:15

More than a dozen men threatened, assaulted, tortured, or kidnapped victims in likely the worst-ever crypto-focused serial extortion case of its kind in the US.Av SpokenLayer

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Deepfake Creators Are Revictimizing GirlsDoPorn Sex Trafficking Survivors 9:50

2M ago9:50

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The most notorious deepfake sexual abuse website is hosting altered videos originally published as part of the GirlsDoPorn operation. Experts say this new low is only the beginning.Av SpokenLayer

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How Apple Intelligence’s Privacy Stacks Up Against Android’s ‘Hybrid AI’ 9:50

2M ago9:50

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Generative AI is seeping into the core of your phone, but what does that mean for privacy? Here’s how Apple’s unique AI architecture compares to the “hybrid” approach adopted by Samsung and Google.Av SpokenLayer

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Getting pushed around: A tyranny of nudges 23:20

2M ago23:20

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Today's episode explores Nudge Theory, more correctly Behavioral Economics and how too many nudges can start to make us feel pushed around. Referenced paper https://www.nber.org/system/files/working_papers/w20007/w20007.pdf Contact us: https://www.culthackers.com/contactAv Cult Hackers

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Proton Is Launching Encrypted Documents to Take On Google Docs 5:13

2M ago5:13

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Proton is adding an end-to-end encrypted documents editor to its privacy tools, boosting its competition with Google’s suite of productivity apps.Av SpokenLayer

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Polestar Is Bracing for the EV Tariff Wars. It May Not Emerge Unscathed 10:15

2M ago10:15

10:15

The carmaker says that China tariffs will impact its core product, the Polestar 2, amid growing financial pressure.Av SpokenLayer

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The Problem the US TikTok Crackdown and Kaspersky Ban Have in Common 6:06

2M ago6:06

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While Kaspersky and TikTok make very different kinds of software, the US has targeted both over national security concerns. But the looming bans have larger implications for internet freedom.Av SpokenLayer

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Amazon Is Investigating Perplexity Over Claims of Scraping Abuse 5:20

2M ago5:20

5:20

AWS hosted a server linked to the Bezos family- and Nvidia-backed search startup that appears to have been used to scrape the sites of major outlets, prompting an inquiry into potential rules violations.Av SpokenLayer

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What We've Been Watching: The First Omen, Immaculate, 1995's Cult Classic Hackers, Sasquatch Sunset, Jim Henson: Idea Man, and More 1:45:58

2M ago1:45:58

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Mike and Angel, the ultimate movie buddies, are back with another exciting episode! This time, they dive into a fun conversation about the films and shows they've been watching lately, each recommending some cool picks for everyone to check out. During their chat, Mike and Angel share their thoughts on the nun horror flicks "The First Omen" and "Im…

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Why quitting can be good 31:42

2M ago31:42

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Quitting is often treated as a sign of a weak character, but for those of us who quit a toxic cultic group it was one of the best things we've ever done. In this episode Stephen looks at some of the research on quitting and why we need to get good at knowing when to do it. Stephen also uses the topic to consider the fallout from the first US Presid…

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HACKERS 1:11:13

2M ago1:11:13

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We never experienced Hackers when it came out in our glorious year of 1995, but man, the nostalgia still hits hard here. The dress, the aesthetic, the cyberspace visuals - all of that is so '90s it hurts sometimes, and we're here for it. We're talking all things cybertechnic here, from the techno score to the complex virus warfare to... Penn Jillet…

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Surprise! The Latest ‘Comprehensive’ US Privacy Bill Is Doomed 8:12

2M ago8:12

8:12

Gutted of civil rights protections by Democrats to woo pro-business Republicans, the American Privacy Rights Act was pulled from a key congressional hearing—and appears unlikely to receive a full vote.Av SpokenLayer

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War Crime Prosecutions Enter a New Digital Age 6:40

2M ago6:40

6:40

A custom platform created by SITU Research aided the International Criminal Court to prosecute a war crimes case for the first time. It could change how justice is enacted on an international scale.Av SpokenLayer

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The Mystery of AI Gunshot-Detection Accuracy Is Finally Unraveling 8:51

2M ago8:51

8:51

How accurate are gunshot detection systems, really? For years, it's been a secret, but new reports from San Jose and NYC show these systems have operated well below their advertised accuracy rates.Av SpokenLayer

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Red Tape Is Making Hospital Ransomware Attacks Worse 9:25

2M ago9:25

9:25

With cyberattacks increasingly targeting health care providers, an arduous bureaucratic process meant to address legal risk is keeping hospitals offline longer, potentially risking lives.Av SpokenLayer

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US Bans Kaspersky Software 5:43

2M ago5:43

5:43

Using a Trump-era authority, the US Commerce Department has banned the sale of Kaspersky’s antivirus tools to new customers in the US, citing alleged threats to national security.Av SpokenLayer

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The world votes and so do I 24:06

2M ago24:06

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In this episode Stephen reflects upon what it's like to be prevented from voting, the psychological consequences of being a social bystander and having no stake in society, and the feeling of then being able to be part of the democratic process. Also reflections on democracy under attack. Contact us https://www.culthackers.com/contact…

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How to Spot a Business Email Compromise Scam 8:11

2M ago8:11

8:11

In this common email scam, a criminal pretending to be your boss or coworker emails you asking for a favor involving money. Here's what do to when a bad actor lands in your inbox.Av SpokenLayer

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Hackers Detail How They Allegedly Stole Ticketmaster Data From Snowflake 11:22

2M ago11:22

11:22

A ShinyHunters hacker tells WIRED that they gained access to Ticketmaster’s Snowflake cloud account—and others—by first breaching a third-party contractor.Av SpokenLayer

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OpenAI-Backed Nonprofits Have Gone Back on Their Transparency Pledges 11:01

2M ago11:01

11:01

Two organizations that supported unconditional cash grants told WIRED that they will no longer disclose their financial statements and internal policies. Their stance follows a similar denial by OpenAI.Av SpokenLayer

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Amazon-Powered AI Cameras Used to Detect Emotions of Unwitting UK Train Passengers 8:20

2M ago8:20

8:20

CCTV cameras and AI are being combined to monitor crowds, detect bike thefts, and spot trespassers.Av SpokenLayer

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A Guide to RCS, Why Apple’s Adopting It, and How It Makes Texting Better 5:19

2M ago5:19

5:19

The messaging standard promises better security and cooler features than plain old SMS. Android has had it for years, but now iPhones are getting it too.Av SpokenLayer

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From the Archives: Oh Good, Hurricanes Are Now Made of Microplastics 7:02

2M ago7:02

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When Hurricane Larry made landfall two years ago, it dropped over 100,000 microplastics per square meter of land per day. It’s another ominous sign of how plasticized the environment has become.Av SpokenLayer

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FURIOSA: A MAD MAX SAGA 1:21:38

2M ago1:21:38

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Hot on the heels of George Miller's masterpiece Mad Max: Fury Road (only 9 years later), we get Furiosa, an origin story to the iconic character. Spanning a length of time and showcasing the vengeance driving her, Furiosa delves into the death-defying foibles of Anya Taylor-Joy as she attempts to get revenge on Dementus. We talk about the stunts, C…

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The Fight Against AI Comes to a Foundational Data Set 6:57

2M ago6:57

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Long-running nonprofit Common Crawl has been a boon to researchers for years. But now its role in AI training data has triggered backlash from publishers.Av SpokenLayer

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Medical-Targeted Ransomware Is Breaking Records After Change Healthcare’s $22M Payout 7:07

2M ago7:07

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Cybersecurity firm Recorded Future counted 44 health-care-related incidents in the month after Change Healthcare’s payment came to light—the most it’s ever seen in a single month.Av SpokenLayer

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The Infected Blood Scandal: Reflections of an Ex Jehovah's Witness 44:40

2M ago44:40

44:40

Stephen reflects upon the infected blood scandal affecting thousands of people and how it relates to his own former religious beliefs, conspiracies and questions about institutions. Kacey's Research Questionnaire and Information BBC Reporting into children being exposed to infected blood Copy of letter talking about uninfected patients being expose…

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